Local bookstores reported increased sales of self-help books during the start of the new year

A social media platform added a tool that lets users schedule posts for later publicationAn energy company announced it would close two coal-fired power plants and switch to wind energy

A drought in the west led to restrictions on water use for agricultural and residential purposesA study found that children who play outside daily have better eyesight than those who don’tThe government increased funding for after-school programs to support working parents

A museum displayed a rare collection of ancient coins from the Roman EmpireA local bakery started selling sourdough bread made with a 100-year-old starter

Engineers designed a new type of bridge that can expand and contract with temperature changes

The postal service announced it would introduce a new package size option for small itemsA team of scientists completed a study on ocean pollution

Local police solved a series of thefts in the downtown areaA new smartphone app helps users track their carbon footprint

The government announced plans to improve road safety measuresA popular actor starred in a new television series that premiered yesterday

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• ·Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within four months
• ·Weather conditions increased the risk of wildfires in the western part of the country
• ·Researchers developed a new feed for livestock that reduces methane emissions
• ·Scientists at a coastal research lab found higher levels of microplastics in deep-sea fish than previously thought
• ·A famous actor starred in a new movie that premiered at a film festival
• ·Researchers studied how different diets affect the gut microbiome of young children
• ·A popular fast-food chain added plant-based burger options to its permanent menu
• ·A tech company released a new laptop with a longer battery life and lighter design
• ·Researchers discovered a new species of fish in a deep-sea vent off the coast of Australia
• ·The government announced a plan to forgive student loans for teachers working in high-need areas
• ·Doctors recommended a balanced diet for people with chronic diseases
• ·Major car manufacturers announced they will increase production of electric vehicles by 50% next year to meet rising consumer demand.
• ·The national soccer team won their first match in the World Cup defeating a defending champion with a score of 3-1
• ·Research finds that family game nights improve children’s problem-solving abilities
• ·A city launched a public art project where local artists painted murals on downtown buildings
• ·A city banned smoking in outdoor dining areas of restaurants