Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic made from corn starch

City officials approved a $400 million project to upgrade public transport including new subway stations and bus routesA study published in a top medical journal found daily exercise can boost mental health by reducing anxiety and depression symptoms

A famous actor said they will star in a new movie based on a best-selling novel scheduled to start filming next monthThe national soccer team qualified for the World Cup after winning their final qualifying game against a rival teamFirefighters contained a large wildfire in the western region after six days of hard work

A new study showed that social media use among teenagers has fallen by 10% in the past year with more time spent on outdoor activitiesA multinational corporation announced it will move its headquarters to a smaller city to cut costs and support local economies

Health experts released new guidelines suggesting adults get at least seven hours of sleep each night for good health

A local community center opened its doors to homeless people offering shelter food and job training programsA tech company announced plans to expand its business to other countries

A national park started a program to protect endangered birdsA bakery used sustainable packaging for its products

A construction project to renovate an old theater beganA research study found that eating nuts can reduce the risk of certain diseases

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• ·The national basketball team won a key game to advance in the tournament
• ·A city council approved the construction of 320 new affordable housing units in the downtown area
• ·Researchers studied the effects of air pollution on children’s lung development, finding long-term impacts
• ·A popular fashion brand announced a sustainable clothing line
• ·Local farmers markets started accepting digital payments to make transactions easier for customers
• ·Track and field athletes set personal bests at regional invitational meet
• ·A study showed that playing classical music for plants helps them grow 15% faster than usual
• ·An airline announced it would add more movies, TV shows, and games to its in-flight entertainment
• ·A community garden donated 250 pounds of zucchini to a local food bank this summer
• ·A farm started selling pick-your-own strawberries during the summer
• ·Doctors performed the first successful face transplant in the country giving a patient a new identity after a severe accident
• ·Study shows that adding turmeric to meals reduces inflammation in the body
• ·A photographer hosted a family photo day that offered affordable sessions for 50 families
• ·A small boat capsized in a lake with all passengers rescued by a nearby rescue team
• ·A study found that reading fiction can improve empathy and social understanding
• ·A tech startup launched a smart thermostat that learns user habits and reduces energy costs by up to 25%