Astronomers discover new planet in habitable zone of nearby star

Chemists develop new biodegradable plastic that breaks down in 6 monthsSwimming team wins national championship for third year in a row

Study reveals that family vacations improve parent-child bondingFlorist creates custom wedding arrangements using seasonal local flowersTeachers receive new software to create interactive digital lessons

Motorcycle dealership hosts charity ride to support animal rescue groupsResearch finds that drinking green tea improves focus and concentration

Pet store offers grooming services for dogs and cats with sensitive skin

Coast guard intercepts illegal fishing boat in protected marine reserveResearchers studied the effects of social media on friendships among college students

A famous singer released a new single that topped the charts in 10 countriesThe national rugby team announced it will play an exhibition game to raise money for charity

A local farmers’ market started a subscription service for weekly produce boxesThe government provided grants to businesses that develop biodegradable packaging

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• ·The police department launched a new app that allows users to report suspicious activity anonymously
• ·The national basketball team won a key game to advance to the next round of the tournament
• ·A hospital purchased a new MRI machine to improve diagnostic capabilities
• ·The government passed a law to protect wild animals from illegal hunting and poaching
• ·A new study indicated that reading aloud to young children helps develop their listening skills
• ·A soccer team signed an 18-year-old player from its youth academy to a professional contract
• ·Scientists identified a new species of butterfly in the Amazon rainforest
• ·A city implemented a new recycling program that accepts plastic film and packaging
• ·Local schools started teaching coding as part of the curriculum
• ·A local newspaper won a state journalism award
• ·A museum hosted a lecture series featuring archaeologists discussing recent discoveries in ancient civilizations
• ·A city added more bike lanes to encourage people to cycle to work
• ·A cyclist set a new national record for the 100-kilometer race
• ·A study showed that practicing meditation for 15 minutes daily reduces anxiety levels by 22%
• ·A tech company donated money to a charity that helps homeless children
• ·Clothing brand creates line of clothing using recycled plastic bottles from oceans