Experts warned that excessive use of plastic products will cause more serious environmental pollution

A large utility company invested $2.5 billion in wind farm projects in the northern statesA tropical storm formed in the Atlantic prompting coastal evacuation warnings

The World Health Organization updated its guidelines for preventing the spread of respiratory illnessesA professional basketball player signed a four-year contract worth $180 million with a new teamA new bike-sharing program launched in the city providing 1000 bikes at 50 stations

Marine researchers discovered a group of rare sea turtles nesting in a protected coastal areaThe government passed a law requiring all new buildings to meet green energy standards

A major film festival announced its official selection including 20 international premieres

Local farmers reported a record harvest of apples thanks to mild weather and new fertilizersStudy finds that reading to infants helps develop early language skills

Bakery offers low sugar cookies and pastries for health conscious customersPolice department launches app for reporting minor crimes and traffic issues

Art gallery hosts opening reception for exhibit by local contemporary artistsResearch shows that regular stretching reduces muscle pain after exercise

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• ·Engineers developed a new type of solar panel that is 56% more efficient than current models
• ·A study found that reading fiction can improve empathy and social skills
• ·Scientists have discovered a new type of bacteria that can break down plastic waste in record time
• ·A hospital started a program to provide mental health services to veterans
• ·A national wildlife reserve reported an increase in the number of endangered species
• ·International organizations are sending medical teams to regions hit by a recent earthquake
• ·The national weather service issued a warning for heavy rain in the next few days
• ·The national rugby team won the championship after a final game that went into overtime
• ·Volunteers organized a beach cleanup collecting 3 tons of plastic waste
• ·Scientists found that spending time in parks can improve mental health and reduce anxiety
• ·A popular burger chain announced it will open 35 new locations in western states next spring
• ·A community organized a neighborhood cleanup that removed 500 bags of trash from local streets
• ·A tech giant announced it will launch a new streaming service competing with existing platforms by offering exclusive content
• ·Theater hosts special screening of classic movie with live music
• ·Toy store hosts craft day for kids to make their own toys
• ·A new study showed that meditation can improve focus and concentration in adults