An energy company announced it will close all its coal-fired power plants by 2030

Local authorities launched a recycling program for electronic waste like old phones and laptopsThe Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying income inequality

A fast-food chain announced it will reduce sugar in children’s meals by 50%Researchers found that gardening can reduce symptoms of depression by 35%The mayor announced a plan to add more benches and public restrooms in city parks

A hotel chain offered discounts to travelers who book stays during off-peak seasonsA study revealed that pet ownership can reduce loneliness in seniors by 40%

The government announced grants for companies developing renewable energy technologies

A wildfire in a national park was fully contained after 12 days of firefightingTV show wins best drama award at industry ceremony

Research finds that gardening reduces stress in working adultsPlant store offers tips for keeping indoor plants healthy

Park officials close trails to protect endangered species habitatNewsletter provides advice on preparing for winter storms

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• ·Doctors warned about the increased risk of flu during winter months
• ·A bank announced a student loan refinancing program with lower interest rates
• ·A restaurant started offering happy hour specials on appetizers and drinks
• ·A musician’s new album received four-star reviews from major music publications
• ·Researchers found that using cloth napkins instead of paper ones saves 100 pounds of paper per year
• ·Skateboard park hosts competition with prizes for best tricks
• ·Research indicates that meditation reduces symptoms of anxiety
• ·A farm started selling organic eggs from its own chickens
• ·The government announced plans to build a new high-speed rail line connecting two major cities
• ·A team of veterinarians provided free dental care for pets at a local community center
• ·A small business owner launched an online store selling handmade wooden home decor
• ·The public transit system started offering free rides for passengers who use reusable transit cards
• ·Scientists found that spending time in forests can improve respiratory health by reducing air pollution exposure
• ·A software company released a language learning app that uses gamification to make lessons more engaging
• ·Education ministers from across the region agreed to implement a unified curriculum for primary and secondary schools
• ·The public transit system added 25 new wheelchair-accessible buses to its fleet