An energy company announced it will close all its coal-fired power plants by 2030

Local authorities launched a recycling program for electronic waste like old phones and laptopsThe Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying income inequality

A fast-food chain announced it will reduce sugar in children’s meals by 50%Researchers found that gardening can reduce symptoms of depression by 35%The mayor announced a plan to add more benches and public restrooms in city parks

A hotel chain offered discounts to travelers who book stays during off-peak seasonsA study revealed that pet ownership can reduce loneliness in seniors by 40%

The government announced grants for companies developing renewable energy technologies

A wildfire in a national park was fully contained after 12 days of firefightingTV show wins best drama award at industry ceremony

Research finds that gardening reduces stress in working adultsPlant store offers tips for keeping indoor plants healthy

Park officials close trails to protect endangered species habitatNewsletter provides advice on preparing for winter storms

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• ·The police department added more officers to patrol shopping centers during the holiday rush
• ·A community garden received a grant to build a new greenhouse that extends its growing season
• ·A famous director announced plans to film a documentary about endangered wildlife in the Arctic
• ·A tech startup launched an app to help users track carbon footprints and make eco-friendly choices
• ·A photographer captured photos of a local sunset that went viral on social media
• ·A school started a chess club that competed in a regional tournament and placed third
• ·The government invested in wind energy projects to reduce reliance on fossil fuels
• ·A famous actor won the Best Actor award at an international film festival for their role in a critically acclaimed movie
• ·The national weather service issued a tornado warning for several counties in the southern state
• ·A new high-speed train service was launched reducing travel time between two major cities from 3.5 hours to 1.2 hours
• ·A tech giant announced it will launch a new streaming service competing with existing platforms by offering exclusive content
• ·Researchers created a device that turns saltwater into clean drinking water using solar power
• ·A celebrity chef opened a new restaurant specializing in farm-to-table cuisine
• ·Researchers found that exercise can improve mental health in people with depression
• ·A flood in a small town damaged over 100 homes and forced residents to seek shelter
• ·A study found that listening to music while working increases productivity by up to 20% in some people