Chemists develop new sunscreen that is safe for coral reefs

A study found that listening to nature sounds can lower stress hormones in the human bodyThe military announced it will host a public open house at its base next month

A blizzard hit the northeastern states dumping 2.3 feet of snow and closing major highwaysA software company announced it will allow employees to work from any location worldwideLocal authorities opened a new food bank to provide meals for families struggling with food insecurity

The Nobel Prize in Literature was awarded to a novelist from a small European countryA fast-food chain added vegan chicken nuggets and burgers to its permanent menu

Researchers found that students who take notes by hand retain information better than those who type

The mayor announced a plan to build 8500 affordable housing units over the next four yearsA local artist painted portraits of community members to display in a local gallery

The government announced plans to build a new airport in a growing coastal cityResearchers studied how different types of exercise affect heart health in seniors

A popular streaming service added a new category for family-friendly moviesLocal police partnered with community groups to prevent gang violence

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• ·A city installed new traffic lights with countdown timers to improve pedestrian safety
• ·A city started planting trees along streets to provide shade and reduce air pollution
• ·Study reveals that eating nuts daily reduces risk of heart disease by 20 percent
• ·A research study showed that spending time in nature can reduce anxiety
• ·Doctors discovered a new way to treat allergies that provides long-term relief
• ·A major film studio announced it will release 19 new movies next year including several sequels to popular franchises
• ·Gardening center offers workshops on growing herbs indoors during winter months
• ·A study found that regular yoga practice can improve flexibility and reduce back pain in office workers.
• ·A library started a teen book club focused on young adult fiction, drawing 20+ members
• ·Community hosts festival with food music and craft vendors
• ·A city launched a “no litter” campaign, distributing trash bags and installing more waste bins
• ·A sports brand launched a line of clothing made from recycled ocean plastic
• ·City officials revealed plans to build a new downtown park with walking trails and a community garden
• ·Astronomers discover new exoplanet in habitable zone of distant star
• ·The city announced plans to repave 50 miles of roads and repair potholes
• ·A community organized a holiday toy drive that collected 600 toys for kids in need