An energy company announced it will close all its coal-fired power plants by 2030

Local authorities launched a recycling program for electronic waste like old phones and laptopsThe Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying income inequality

A fast-food chain announced it will reduce sugar in children’s meals by 50%Researchers found that gardening can reduce symptoms of depression by 35%The mayor announced a plan to add more benches and public restrooms in city parks

A hotel chain offered discounts to travelers who book stays during off-peak seasonsA study revealed that pet ownership can reduce loneliness in seniors by 40%

The government announced grants for companies developing renewable energy technologies

A wildfire in a national park was fully contained after 12 days of firefightingTV show wins best drama award at industry ceremony

Research finds that gardening reduces stress in working adultsPlant store offers tips for keeping indoor plants healthy

Park officials close trails to protect endangered species habitatNewsletter provides advice on preparing for winter storms

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• ·Study shows that listening to audiobooks improves reading comprehension
• ·A local bookstore hosted a poetry reading event
• ·A hotel chain offered free stays to first responders during the holiday season
• ·A scientist developed a new method to test water purity using a portable device
• ·A major sports league announced it will add two new teams starting from the 2026 season
• ·A coffee shop used compostable cups
• ·A sports league held its all star game in a small city for the first time in its history
• ·A coffee chain announced it will offer free refills for customers with reusable cups
• ·A farm started a CSA program where members get weekly boxes of seasonal produce
• ·A software company introduced a new collaboration tool designed to help remote teams work more efficiently
• ·Bird watchers spot rare migratory bird in local wetland preserve
• ·Research shows that regular dinners with friends boost mental health
• ·The government passed a law to protect consumers from hidden fees on airline tickets and hotel stays
• ·A medical study found that eating dark chocolate in moderation lowers the risk of heart disease
• ·A golfer won a tournament after sinking a 45-foot putt on the final hole
• ·Firefighters conduct fire safety workshops in elementary schools this month