The country’s renewable energy capacity increased by 20 percent

Engineers tested a new type of biodegradable building material for low-cost housingResearchers published a study linking regular fruit consumption to better skin health

City officials approved funding for a new public transit line connecting suburban areasA best-selling author announced a new book focusing on environmental activismFarmers reported higher demand for heirloom vegetables at local farmers’ markets

The stock market rose 2 percent following positive reports on consumer spendingA new animal shelter opened to provide care for stray cats and dogs in the city

Doctors warned about increased cases of seasonal allergies due to earlier pollen seasons

An international charity sent medical teams to support rural hospitals in developing countriesScientists invented a new type of battery that can store energy for longer periods of time

The school district announced it will hire more counselors to support students’ mental healthA new study showed that excessive use of smartphones can cause eye strain and headaches

Local artists painted colorful murals on the walls of a community center to brighten the spaceThe government offered grants to businesses that develop new technologies for clean energy

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• ·A farm started offering tours to teach visitors about sustainable agriculture
• ·The country’s export of tech products set a new record this year
• ·A team of engineers built a prototype of a flying car, which successfully completed its first test flight.
• ·A charity started a program to help homeless people find jobs and housing
• ·Clothing brand launches sustainable line made from recycled ocean plastic
• ·Local schools will extend after - school programs to support working parents
• ·TV network announces new drama series from award winning screenwriter
• ·The police department launched an app that lets users report traffic violations with photos
• ·A study published in a leading health journal found that spending 30 minutes in green spaces daily lowers stress hormones
• ·A music award ceremony was held last night with a rising star taking home the top prize for Best New Artist
• ·A study showed that learning a second language at a young age improves cognitive development
• ·A medical journal published a study linking adequate sleep to a stronger immune system
• ·A hospital opened a new rehabilitation center for patients recovering from strokes
• ·A musician performed a free concert in the park that was attended by over 600 people
• ·Weather conditions forced the closure of mountain roads due to snow
• ·A school started a choir program that performed at a regional music festival