Local boutiques reported a surge in sales of handmade products during the holiday season

Doctors discovered a new blood test that can detect early signs of liver diseaseThe local zoo announced plans to build a new habitat for its group of endangered pandas

A new study showed that listening to upbeat music while working out increases enduranceThe city hosted an international soccer tournament with teams from 12 different countriesScientists found a new planet that could support life due to its distance from its star

The government invested $500 million in wind energy projects across the western statesA tech company donated $1 million to support science and math programs in public schools

Researchers found that eating a handful of nuts daily reduces the risk of heart attacks

The police department started a campaign to teach people how to protect themselves from scamsA tech startup launched an app that connects people with volunteer opportunities

Researchers found that spending time in forests lowers stress levelsA famous singer performed a concert to raise money for a children’s hospital

The city’s public library added more e-books for users to borrow onlineLocal businesses joined a campaign to reduce their carbon footprint

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• ·Researchers found that using natural cleaning products can reduce indoor air pollution and improve health
• ·A best-selling author announced a new fantasy novel set in a fictional medieval world
• ·Marine biologists launch project to protect sea turtles from plastic pollution
• ·Scientists developed a rapid test for a bacterial infection that works without lab equipment
• ·A study found that drinking plenty of water can improve skin health and reduce the appearance of wrinkles
• ·The university announced a new research center focused on finding solutions to plastic pollution
• ·A bakery launched a line of vegan cupcakes that were featured in a local lifestyle magazine
• ·The government invested in the development of wind and solar energy projects
• ·A charity organization started a campaign to raise awareness about mental health in the workplace
• ·A tech startup raised $30 million to develop AI tools for climate research
• ·A tech company announced a new feature for its streaming service that allows offline viewing
• ·A charity organization started a program to help homeless people find jobs
• ·A wildlife sanctuary rescued 20 animals from a zoo that was forced to close due to financial issues
• ·A farm began using solar panels to power its irrigation systems
• ·A major airline announced it will partner with a renewable energy company to power its flights with biofuel
• ·The city banned single-use plastic utensils in all food service establishments