Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic made from corn starch

City officials approved a $400 million project to upgrade public transport including new subway stations and bus routesA study published in a top medical journal found daily exercise can boost mental health by reducing anxiety and depression symptoms

A famous actor said they will star in a new movie based on a best-selling novel scheduled to start filming next monthThe national soccer team qualified for the World Cup after winning their final qualifying game against a rival teamFirefighters contained a large wildfire in the western region after six days of hard work

A new study showed that social media use among teenagers has fallen by 10% in the past year with more time spent on outdoor activitiesA multinational corporation announced it will move its headquarters to a smaller city to cut costs and support local economies

Health experts released new guidelines suggesting adults get at least seven hours of sleep each night for good health

A local community center opened its doors to homeless people offering shelter food and job training programsA tech company announced plans to expand its business to other countries

A national park started a program to protect endangered birdsA bakery used sustainable packaging for its products

A construction project to renovate an old theater beganA research study found that eating nuts can reduce the risk of certain diseases

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• ·A new report showed that the number of endangered species has decreased by 13.5% over the past five years thanks to conservation
• ·Scientists discovered a new planet outside our solar system that may be capable of supporting life
• ·Researchers found that eating nuts regularly can improve heart health
• ·A local café started offering catering services for events
• ·Chemists develop biodegradable packaging that breaks down in soil within six months
• ·A team of engineers completed a project to upgrade the city’s water supply system
• ·The transportation ministry added more pedestrian crosswalks in busy downtown areas
• ·Students organized a fundraiser that collected $20000 for a local homeless shelter
• ·A school added a new course on environmental science to educate students about climate change and sustainability
• ·A major airline announced it will offer carbon offset programs for passengers to reduce flight emissions
• ·A new study revealed that lifting weights three times a week improves bone density in seniors
• ·Scientists discovered a new exoplanet potentially capable of supporting life
• ·Scientists identified a new species of plant with potential medicinal properties
• ·Local elections will be held next month with candidates focusing on housing affordability and job creation
• ·A major carmaker said it will stop gasoline car production by 2030 focusing on electric vehicles
• ·Farmers cooperative reports 20 percent increase in organic vegetable sales this quarter