Local government plants 5000 native trees to restore habitat for endangered birds

Engineers developed a new type of asphalt that absorbs rainwater to reduce floodingThe government released a report showing a 24% increase in renewable energy jobs

A supermarket chain started selling pre-packaged meal kits for four people at $25 eachA study found that spending time with friends can lower stress hormones by 27%The military announced it will host a youth leadership camp for high school students

A winter storm dumped 20 inches of snow on northern cities closing schools for three daysA tech company allowed employees to choose their own work schedules with flexible hours

Local authorities opened a new shelter for homeless youth with 50 beds

The Nobel Prize in Literature was awarded to a poet known for works on environmental themesThe WHO launched a program to train midwives in rural areas of developing countries

A golfer set a new course record with a score of 62 during a professional tournamentA hospital started offering virtual doctor visits for non-emergency medical issues

Researchers found that yoga can improve flexibility and reduce joint pain in arthritis patientsThe public transit system offered discounted fares for commuters who travel outside rush hour

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• ·A tech company launched a new tablet with a foldable screen and long-lasting battery
• ·Mathematicians solve complex problem in algebra that has puzzled experts for decades
• ·The government announced a ban on the sale of single-use plastic straws and utensils starting next year
• ·A study found that children who read books for pleasure have higher reading comprehension skills
• ·A tech company announced it would plant a tree for every product sold to help the environment
• ·A library hosted a tech help session for seniors that taught 50 people how to use smartphones and tablets
• ·Doctors discovered a new treatment for allergies with fewer side effects
• ·A bookstore hosted a book signing event with a best selling mystery author
• ·A fashion boutique started selling vintage clothing alongside new items to promote sustainable fashion
• ·A toy company released a line of building sets that teach kids about engineering and physics
• ·A popular coffee chain introduced a new cold brew made with locally sourced beans
• ·Electronics brand launches tablet with longer battery life and improved camera
• ·A bakery introduced a line of gluten-free and vegan donuts that became a top-selling item
• ·A local artist painted a mural of local wildlife on the side of a community center
• ·A major music festival announced it will introduce a cashless payment system to reduce wait times at food and drink stalls
• ·School newsletter highlights student achievements in academics and sports