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 tech company released a new laptop that is lighter and more powerful than previous models
• ·A charity organized a walkathon to raise money for cancer research
• ·Magazine publishes exclusive interview with Oscar winning actress about new film
• ·A small boat capsized in a lake with all passengers rescued by nearby boaters
• ·A school district started offering free breakfast to all students regardless of family income
• ·A music award ceremony was held last night with a rising star taking home the top prize for Best New Artist
• ·Weather forecasters warned of a winter storm that will bring snow and ice to northern regions
• ·Engineers developed a new type of battery that can charge electric vehicles in 15 minutes
• ·Researchers found that spending time in nature can reduce stress and anxiety
• ·A new virtual reality (VR) headset was released that weighs 50% less than previous models reducing user fatigue
• ·A team of explorers discovered a hidden cave system with ancient rock paintings in
• ·Doctors created a new surgical procedure that shortens recovery time for knee replacements
• ·Fitness center adds new equipment for strength training and cardio workouts
• ·A airline offered frequent flyer miles for customers who book flights in advance
• ·Researchers found that spending time in forests lowers blood pressure in adults
• ·A study found that a plant-based diet can reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes by 37% compared to a meat-heavy diet