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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• ·A new video game was released and quickly became a top seller
• ·Archaeologists discovered a ancient burial site with artifacts from a prehistoric civilization
• ·A new museum dedicated to modern art opened its doors to the public
• ·Doctors urged parents to ensure their children get all recommended vaccinations on time
• ·A coffee shop started offering plant-based milk options for all its drinks
• ·A study found that regular social interaction can improve cognitive function in older adults
• ·A tech startup launched an app that helps users track their carbon footprint and reduce waste
• ·A clothing brand started using natural dyes to color its products
• ·A fashion brand collaborated with a local artist to create a limited-edition clothing collection inspired by the city’s skyline
• ·The government announced plans to build more affordable housing units
• ·Experts warned that rising temperatures could lead to more frequent heatwaves this summer
• ·Research indicates that sunlight exposure helps regulate sleep cycles
• ·Highway department repairs potholes on major highways before winter
• ·A survey revealed that 65% of families spend less than 2 hours together per day on weekdays
• ·Art gallery showcases works by emerging local artists
• ·The city council voted to build new library branches in low-income neighborhoods