Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within four months

A major airline offered discounts on flights for passengers who book in advanceScientists developed a new type of fertilizer that is environmentally friendly

The school district launched a program to support students with learning difficultiesResearchers found that reading to young children helps develop their language skillsThe government passed a law to increase the minimum wage for workers

A popular fashion brand collaborated with a celebrity to launch a new collectionDoctors discovered a new way to diagnose a disease at an early stage

The local zoo planned to build a new habitat for endangered animals

A new study indicated that listening to music while exercising improves performanceA hurricane brought 100 mph winds to coastal areas damaging piers and boardwalks

The WHO released guidelines for schools to prevent the spread of respiratory illnessesA soccer team signed a 17-year-old player from its youth academy to a professional contract

A new light rail system opened connecting the airport to downtown in 20 minutesMarine biologists found that seagrass beds are disappearing at a rate of 7% per year

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• ·Environmental groups filed a lawsuit to stop a new coal mining project
• ·A national park reported an increase in the number of endangered species spotted this year
• ·A hospital started a smoking cessation program with counseling and medication support
• ·A snowstorm led to the cancellation of hundreds of flights across the country
• ·Researchers discovered that plants grow better when exposed to certain types of light
• ·A museum hosted a night event with live music and food trucks to attract young visitors
• ·A city banned smoking in public parks to protect non smokers
• ·A drought in the west led to a ban on outdoor watering for residential and commercial properties
• ·A new study showed that exercise can improve self-esteem and confidence in teenagers
• ·A sports league changed its overtime rules to reduce the risk of player injuries
• ·Hikers document rare wildflower species in remote mountain region
• ·A new study showed that regular participation in team sports improves social skills in children
• ·A school district hired a new guidance counselor to provide support to students’ mental health and academic goals
• ·A scientist published a research paper on a new way to treat Alzheimer’s disease
• ·Postal service hires extra workers for holiday package delivery
• ·Running club hosts 10k race to raise money for local children’s hospital