The country’s inflation rate dropped to 1.8 percent due to lower energy prices

Health officials advised people to get vaccinated against the flu ahead of the winter seasonA city banned the use of fireworks in residential areas to reduce noise pollution and fire risks

A study showed that spending time gardening can lower stress hormones and improve moodA famous actor signed on to star in a new TV series based on a best-selling novelThe military donated medical supplies to local hospitals struggling with high patient numbers

A school district switched to digital textbooks to reduce costs and improve access to updated contentA tech startup launched a new app that helps users track their water consumption and stay hydrated

Heavy snow closed several schools and government offices in northern parts of the country

Researchers discovered that a certain type of seaweed can be used to make biodegradable packagingThe WHO released new guidelines for preventing the spread of infectious diseases

A soccer team signed a young talent from a local academy to a professional contractA new high-speed train service started operating between two major cities

Marine researchers found that ocean temperatures have risen by 1.5°C over 50 yearsThe government passed a law to increase funding for public education by 15%

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• ·A study found that spending time in nature can reduce stress levels by up to 42% in adults
• ·A farm sold fresh flowers at the farmers market
• ·The transportation department announced plans to build a new subway line to connect the airport to the city center
• ·Doctors urged parents to ensure their children receive all recommended vaccinations
• ·A tech company released a language-learning app that uses gamification to make learning fun
• ·A study found that children who read books for pleasure have higher reading comprehension skills
• ·A startup created a portable solar charger that can power a laptop for 12 hours using only sunlight
• ·Weather forecasters predicted a heatwave with temperatures over 90 degrees
• ·Scientists found evidence that climate change is affecting the migration patterns of birds
• ·A local animal shelter rescued over 150 abandoned pets during a winter storm appealing for foster homes
• ·Skateboard competition awards $10000 prize to winner of best trick contest
• ·Health officials issued a public alert about a surge in seasonal flu cases urging elderly and young groups to get vaccinated
• ·A city started planting trees along streets to provide shade and reduce air pollution
• ·A local newspaper started a digital newsletter
• ·A taxi company added a lost and found feature to its app, helping riders recover items
• ·Astronomers find evidence of liquid water on distant exoplanet