A snowstorm in the northeast dumped three feet of snow closing schools and government offices for two days

Research finds that gardening improves mood in people with depressionPlant store offers tips for keeping houseplants alive

Park officials close certain trails to protect nesting wildlifeNewsletter gives advice on preparing for winter stormsScientists work with other countries to study global weather patterns

The government announced a new $520 million funding package to support small businesses affected by recent economic shiftsScientists at a top university discovered a potential breakthrough in treating Parkinson’s disease using stem cell therapy

A major airline revealed plans to add 22 new international routes next year to meet rising travel demand

Local authorities reported a 19% drop in crime rates over the past eight months citing enhanced community policingResearchers found that petting a dog for 10 minutes lowers blood pressure in stressed adults

The government started a program to help small businesses set up online storesA tech startup launched an app that tracks spending and helps users save money for goals

Doctors urged people to get eye exams every two years to check for vision problems and eye diseasesThe local museum hosted a lecture series with historians talking about the city’s history

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• ·A new report showed that renewable energy jobs have increased by 28% over the past two years
• ·The city council approved a plan to plant more trees in urban areas
• ·The national soccer team won their first match in the World Cup defeating a defending champion with a score of 2-1
• ·A global organization warned about a shortage of medical supplies in developing countries calling for more donations
• ·The government provided training programs for unemployed people
• ·Electronics brand launches wireless headphones with 40 hour battery life
• ·Scientists at a coastal research lab discovered higher levels of microplastics in deep-sea sediment than previously recorded
• ·Major retailers announced they will extend their holiday return policies to 90 days this year to accommodate late shoppers.
• ·The national postal service said it will speed up deliveries with most packages arriving within 2 days
• ·A major clothing brand announced a campaign to promote body positivity
• ·Scientists found evidence that climate change is affecting the migration patterns of birds
• ·Weather forecasters warned of a cold snap that will bring freezing temperatures
• ·The city started a “no littering” campaign with fines for people who throw trash on streets
• ·The police department launched a campaign to reduce traffic accidents in the city
• ·Heavy rainfall caused flash flooding in a city’s downtown area closing several businesses
• ·Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within three months