Local bookstores reported increased sales of self-help books during the start of the new year

A social media platform added a tool that lets users schedule posts for later publicationAn energy company announced it would close two coal-fired power plants and switch to wind energy

A drought in the west led to restrictions on water use for agricultural and residential purposesA study found that children who play outside daily have better eyesight than those who don’tThe government increased funding for after-school programs to support working parents

A museum displayed a rare collection of ancient coins from the Roman EmpireA local bakery started selling sourdough bread made with a 100-year-old starter

Engineers designed a new type of bridge that can expand and contract with temperature changes

The postal service announced it would introduce a new package size option for small itemsA team of scientists completed a study on ocean pollution

Local police solved a series of thefts in the downtown areaA new smartphone app helps users track their carbon footprint

The government announced plans to improve road safety measuresA popular actor starred in a new television series that premiered yesterday

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• ·A study published in a medical journal found that drinking green tea regularly can improve skin health by reducing inflammation.
• ·Scientists developed a new type of battery that lasts twice as long as traditional ones
• ·Ice cream shop introduces new flavors made with local dairy products
• ·A community garden started a youth program to teach kids about gardening and healthy eating
• ·A grocery store started labeling products with their carbon footprint to help customers make eco-friendly choices
• ·A study showed that online learning can help students with disabilities access education
• ·The national volleyball team won a decisive victory securing their spot in the Olympic Games
• ·A hospital hired more nurses to improve patient to nurse ratios
• ·Local residents voted in favor of a new tax to fund improvements to public schools, including new classrooms and technology.
• ·A team of archaeologists uncovered ancient jewelry in a tomb in Egypt
• ·The national volleyball team won the continental championship beating their opponent in three sets
• ·A charity provided medical supplies to hospitals in poor areas
• ·A research study showed that regular meditation can reduce stress levels
• ·A sports league held an all star game in a small city for the first time
• ·A wildlife sanctuary rescued 20 animals from a zoo that was forced to close due to financial issues
• ·A musician’s new album topped the charts in 15 countries within its first week of release