Researchers calculated that using energy-efficient light bulbs can save households $50 a year on electricity bills

A celebrity chef created a special menu for a charity dinner to raise money for hunger reliefResearchers calculated that using public transportation instead of cars can reduce traffic congestion by 30%

A city started a composting program for residents to turn food waste into fertilizerA severe snowstorm disrupted air travel with hundreds of flights canceled or delayedA study showed that learning a second language can improve brain function in older adults

The government passed a law to protect consumers from unfair lending practices by banksA museum organized a night event with music and art installations to attract younger visitors

A local bakery started delivering fresh bread to customers’ homes early in the morning

Scientists discovered a new planet in the habitable zone of a nearby starThe government launched a campaign to encourage people to compost food waste

A museum hosted a workshop on how to paint like a famous artistA local bakery won an award for its apple pie at a national food competition

Engineers completed a new tunnel that connects two cities reducing travel time by 45 minutesThe postal service announced it would hire more workers to handle holiday mail

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• ·Study finds that learning a second language enhances cognitive function in seniors
• ·A cyclone in the Indian Ocean caused widespread damage to fishing villages and coastal towns
• ·A research study found that spending time with pets improves mental health in seniors
• ·The country’s unemployment rate dropped to its lowest level in 10 years
• ·A hospital started a support group for families of patients with terminal illnesses
• ·A major hotel chain announced plans to reduce single use plastics in all its locations
• ·A local community center announced plans to host a free job fair for unemployed residents
• ·The postal service introduced a new express delivery option for packages that arrive within 24 hours
• ·The government increased funding for mental health hotlines to provide 24/7 support
• ·The city council approved a $110 million project to repair aging sewage systems
• ·Researchers found that eating a handful of berries daily can improve brain function in older adults
• ·A new fitness trend gained popularity among young people
• ·A study found that listening to audiobooks can improve reading comprehension in young adults
• ·A soccer league expanded to include two new teams starting next season
• ·Doctors discovered a new way to treat allergies with fewer side effects
• ·A charity raised funds to support animal shelters