A university awarded honorary degrees to two leaders in environmental science

The United Nations held a conference to discuss ways to protect endangered marine speciesA cyclist won the national time trial championship with a time of 1 hour 12 minutes

A public library started lending e-readers pre-loaded with best-selling booksResearchers found that eating dark leafy greens can increase iron levels in anemic patientsThe city announced it will install more public Wi-Fi hotspots in parks and plazas

A tech company launched a new smartwatch that monitors blood sugar levels without needlesA severe thunderstorm caused hail damage to 200 homes in a suburban neighborhood

The government announced grants for farmers to switch to organic farming practices

Scientists developed a new method to remove oil spills from ocean water more efficientlyCoffee shop donates portion of sales to local animal shelter

Oceanographers discover new species of deep sea fish in Mariana TrenchBookstore hosts book reading event with best selling children’s author

Research shows that yoga reduces symptoms of arthritis in older adultsCar manufacturer unveils hydrogen fuel cell vehicle with zero emissions

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• ·A major retail chain revealed it will open 20 new stores in small towns across the country
• ·A bookstore hosted a book signing with a famous fantasy author drawing over 1000 fans
• ·Scientists developed a new vaccine for a disease that affects livestock
• ·A coffee shop started a loyalty program
• ·Researchers calculated that recycling one ton of paper saves 17 trees and 7000 gallons of water
• ·A software company released a new tool that helps businesses track inventory
• ·A tech company launched a new smartphone with a better camera and longer battery life
• ·A taxi company offered discounts to senior citizens and students to increase ridership
• ·Scientists developed a new method to purify water using solar energy
• ·A blizzard hit the northeastern states dumping 2.5 feet of snow and closing airports
• ·A local artist painted a series of portraits of community leaders to display in city hall
• ·A city started planting trees along streets to provide shade and reduce air pollution
• ·Middle school students designed a solar-powered water purification system for remote communities
• ·The mayor announced a plan to plant 12000 trees in the city over the next four years
• ·Online retailer offers free returns on all clothing purchases
• ·City officials revealed plans to build a new downtown park with walking trails and a community garden