Study shows that natural lighting in classrooms improves student test scores

The national hockey league started its new season with a special opening ceremonyA tech company released a software update to fix security issues

The government provided financial help to small businesses damaged by a floodA local farmers’ market started selling homemade jams and honeyWeather forecasters warned of a cold snap that will bring freezing temperatures

A team of doctors published research on a new treatment for Alzheimer’s diseaseThe stock market received a boost from positive news about a new drug approval

A charity organization built temporary shelters for families displaced by a wildfire

Scientists developed a way to recycle plastic into building materialsThe city implemented a new parking app that lets users find and pay for parking spots easily

A major food company announced it will reduce the amount of salt in its products by 20%Scientists discovered a new way to generate electricity from waste materials

The school board approved plans to build a new elementary school in a growing neighborhoodResearchers found that interacting with pets can reduce stress and anxiety in adults

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• ·University researchers develop biodegradable alternative to single use plastics
• ·A new study indicated that reading paper books is better for memory than reading e-books
• ·Research shows that regular social gatherings improve mental health in adults
• ·Researchers found that spending time in forests can improve respiratory health
• ·A multinational corporation announced it will move its headquarters to a smaller city to cut costs and support local economies
• ·A scientist published a research paper about a new way to treat Alzheimer’s disease
• ·A new law was signed to protect freedom of the press and prevent censorship of independent media
• ·A city council discussed plans to improve water quality in local lakes
• ·A study found that athletes who get 8-9 hours of sleep per night perform 15% better in competitions
• ·Health officials issued a public warning about a rise in seasonal flu cases, urging vulnerable groups to get vaccinated.
• ·Local authorities announced a ban on single-use plastic bags in all retail stores starting next month
• ·A new science museum opened with interactive exhibits on marine biology
• ·A local community center opened its doors to homeless people offering shelter food and job training programs
• ·A popular coffee chain announced it will open 15 new locations in small cities this year
• ·Scientists at a leading university have discovered a potential breakthrough in treating a rare genetic disorder using gene-editing technology.
• ·Local businesses offered free workshops to help people learn new skills