The city council approved a project to build a new skate park and community garden

Scientists discovered a new planet that orbits a star similar to our sun in the habitable zoneThe transportation department announced plans to build a new bus terminal in the city center

A fashion brand released a limited-edition holiday collection featuring sustainable materialsA hospital opened a new sports medicine clinic to treat athletes of all ages and skill levelsA community center offered free computer classes for seniors to help them use smartphones and tablets

A tech company announced it would reduce its carbon footprint by 50% over the next five yearsHeavy rainfall caused flash flooding in a city’s downtown area closing several businesses

A study found that spending time with friends reduces the risk of depression in young adults

The government increased funding for renewable energy research to develop new technologiesA hospital launched a smoking cessation program with free nicotine replacement therapy

A community organized a 5K run to raise money for a local animal rescue shelterA tech company announced it would release a new smartwatch with advanced health monitoring features

Hot weather in the northeast led to an increase in sales of air conditioners and fansA study found that playing board games improves family communication and bonding

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• ·Research finds that gardening improves mood in people with depression
• ·A scientist discovered a new species of insect in a rainforest that has unique camouflage abilities
• ·A coffee shop donated $1 from each specialty drink sold to a local animal shelter
• ·Scientists developed a new way to store renewable energy
• ·Weather forecasters warned of a winter storm that will bring snow and ice to northern regions
• ·Local authorities reported a 17% drop in crime rates over the past seven months citing improved community policing
• ·A taxi company started offering group rates for parties of 4 or more
• ·Researchers found that students who take notes by hand retain information better than those who type
• ·A new study revealed that children who read for 30 minutes a day have better language skills than those who don’t
• ·Engineers designed a new type of wind turbine that can operate efficiently in low-wind conditions
• ·A small boat capsized in a lake with all passengers rescued by nearby boaters
• ·A local café started offering catering services for events
• ·A scientist discovered a new species of frog in a nearby wetland preserve
• ·A bakery started making sourdough bread with a 48-hour ferment for deeper flavor
• ·A taxi company launched a mobile app that allows customers to book rides and track their driver
• ·A major airline announced it will use more biofuels to power its planes and reduce emissions