The country’s renewable energy capacity increased by 20 percent

Engineers tested a new type of biodegradable building material for low-cost housingResearchers published a study linking regular fruit consumption to better skin health

City officials approved funding for a new public transit line connecting suburban areasA best-selling author announced a new book focusing on environmental activismFarmers reported higher demand for heirloom vegetables at local farmers’ markets

The stock market rose 2 percent following positive reports on consumer spendingA new animal shelter opened to provide care for stray cats and dogs in the city

Doctors warned about increased cases of seasonal allergies due to earlier pollen seasons

An international charity sent medical teams to support rural hospitals in developing countriesScientists invented a new type of battery that can store energy for longer periods of time

The school district announced it will hire more counselors to support students’ mental healthA new study showed that excessive use of smartphones can cause eye strain and headaches

Local artists painted colorful murals on the walls of a community center to brighten the spaceThe government offered grants to businesses that develop new technologies for clean energy

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• ·A local café partnered with a nearby school to provide free coffee to teachers during the week
• ·A new study revealed that getting enough exercise can improve mood and energy levels
• ·The city hosted an international food festival featuring dishes from different cultures
• ·A fashion brand released a clothing line made from recycled denim and organic cotton
• ·Art gallery features works by local high school art students
• ·The government started a program to help small businesses create online stores
• ·The weather service warned of extreme cold temperatures for northern states
• ·Wildlife sanctuary releases rehabilitated birds of prey
• ·A large-scale music festival will take place in the park next summer
• ·A school district bought new textbooks for students in all grades
• ·Bakery introduces new line of gluten free products
• ·The city’s public transport system introduced a new app for tracking buses and trains
• ·A small business owner started a loyalty program where customers earn points for referrals
• ·A gym added an indoor pool
• ·The government announced a $100 million program to help homeless people find permanent housing
• ·Coast guard rescues boaters in stormy waters