Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic made from corn starch

City officials approved a $400 million project to upgrade public transport including new subway stations and bus routesA study published in a top medical journal found daily exercise can boost mental health by reducing anxiety and depression symptoms

A famous actor said they will star in a new movie based on a best-selling novel scheduled to start filming next monthThe national soccer team qualified for the World Cup after winning their final qualifying game against a rival teamFirefighters contained a large wildfire in the western region after six days of hard work

A new study showed that social media use among teenagers has fallen by 10% in the past year with more time spent on outdoor activitiesA multinational corporation announced it will move its headquarters to a smaller city to cut costs and support local economies

Health experts released new guidelines suggesting adults get at least seven hours of sleep each night for good health

A local community center opened its doors to homeless people offering shelter food and job training programsA tech company announced plans to expand its business to other countries

A national park started a program to protect endangered birdsA bakery used sustainable packaging for its products

A construction project to renovate an old theater beganA research study found that eating nuts can reduce the risk of certain diseases

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• ·Geologists study impact of melting glaciers on sea level rise in Arctic region
• ·The country’s inflation rate remained stable
• ·Experts warned that prolonged drought could lead to water shortages in several western states
• ·A local middle school’s debate team won the state championship after defeating 30 competing teams
• ·Study finds that reading aloud to kids improves their reading skills
• ·A group of students organized a protest to demand action on climate change and more sustainable policies in schools.
• ·A local bookstore hosted a author signing event for a newly released novel
• ·A wildfire in a national forest burned 14000 acres with firefighters working to protect nearby towns
• ·City officials announced a ban on single-use plastics in public parks
• ·Engineers completed construction of a new tunnel under the river to reduce traffic
• ·Scientists identified a new species of frog in a tropical rainforest in South America
• ·Car manufacturer unveils electric car with self-driving features
• ·Bird watchers spot rare bird species in local wetland preserve
• ·Scientists developed a new vaccine to protect livestock from a disease
• ·The postal service announced it would deliver packages on Sundays during the holiday season
• ·A hospital opened a new rehabilitation center for patients recovering from strokes