The country’s renewable energy capacity increased by 20 percent

Engineers tested a new type of biodegradable building material for low-cost housingResearchers published a study linking regular fruit consumption to better skin health

City officials approved funding for a new public transit line connecting suburban areasA best-selling author announced a new book focusing on environmental activismFarmers reported higher demand for heirloom vegetables at local farmers’ markets

The stock market rose 2 percent following positive reports on consumer spendingA new animal shelter opened to provide care for stray cats and dogs in the city

Doctors warned about increased cases of seasonal allergies due to earlier pollen seasons

An international charity sent medical teams to support rural hospitals in developing countriesScientists invented a new type of battery that can store energy for longer periods of time

The school district announced it will hire more counselors to support students’ mental healthA new study showed that excessive use of smartphones can cause eye strain and headaches

Local artists painted colorful murals on the walls of a community center to brighten the spaceThe government offered grants to businesses that develop new technologies for clean energy

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• ·The transportation ministry added more security personnel to public transit stations to improve safety
• ·Police department uses body cameras to increase accountability
• ·Engineers designed a new type of bridge that can withstand earthquakes up to magnitude 8.5
• ·Major coffee chain commits to using 100 percent ethically sourced beans by next year
• ·A snowstorm in the northern states canceled over 500 flights and closed government offices
• ·Teachers are learning to use virtual reality tools to make history lessons more engaging
• ·A popular coffee chain introduced a new seasonal drink made with pumpkin spice
• ·A local café started serving plant-based milk options like oat almond and soy milk
• ·A popular coffee chain planned to open new stores in small cities
• ·Research team finds link between daily water intake and improved skin elasticity
• ·The city introduced a new parking app that lets users reserve spots in advance
• ·A famous actor won the Best Actor award at an international film festival for their role in a critically acclaimed movie
• ·A new survey found that 71% of parents support extended school hours for after-school programs
• ·A popular music artist released a new album which topped the charts in over 24 countries within 24 hours
• ·Scientists observed unusual activity on a distant planet
• ·Research shows that regular stretching reduces muscle pain after exercise