Research finds that regular family game nights reduce screen time for kids by 40 percent

Environmental activists organized a march in the capital to demand stricter plastic waste lawsA renowned journalist announced the release of a new book about global political changes

Local schools started offering after-school robotics programs for middle school students this weekA large telecom company invested $2.2 billion in expanding 5G network coverage to remote areasA tropical depression formed in the Pacific prompting storm warnings for coastal communities

The World Health Organization updated its list of essential medicines to include new diabetes treatmentsA professional baseball player signed a six-year contract worth $195 million with a new team

A new public hiking trail opened connecting three state parks spanning 18 miles

Marine researchers documented a rare sighting of blue whales in a coastal sanctuaryWeather experts predicted that this year’s hurricane season will be less severe than average

A team of historians discovered previously unknown letters written by a famous 19th-century authorLocal police increased patrols in shopping districts during the holiday season to prevent theft

A new restaurant specializing in plant-based burgers opened to long lines of customersThe country’s inflation rate decreased slightly due to lower fuel prices

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• ·The government announced grants for companies developing renewable energy technologies
• ·Scientists discovered a new species of marine life in the deep ocean using a remotely operated underwater vehicle
• ·A major comedy festival announced its lineup featuring 45 stand-up comedians from 10 countries
• ·An oil company announced it will invest $4 billion in geothermal energy projects
• ·Local residents celebrated the opening of a new community center which includes a gym library and youth club
• ·The city council voted to increase funding for math and science programs in schools
• ·The national basketball team won a key game to advance to the tournament finals
• ·A museum hosted a lecture by a famous historian about ancient civilizations
• ·A software company announced plans to expand its team by hiring 50 new employees
• ·A musician toured small towns, performing at local venues to support independent music
• ·A major fashion brand announced it will use only sustainable materials in its clothing lines starting next year
• ·A tech company said it will adopt a 4-day workweek for all employees starting next quarter
• ·The government launched a new initiative to promote tourism in rural areas
• ·Doctors reported an increase in patients seeking mental health support
• ·A national park closed temporarily due to severe drought conditions that increased the risk of wildfires
• ·Hardware store sells compost bins to encourage home recycling