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

A discount store announced it will open 35 new locations in small towns across the countryResearchers found that lack of sleep can increase the risk of heart disease by 40%

The prime minister attended an international conference on climate change in ParisA fire at a shopping mall damaged 10 stores but no injuries were reportedA streaming service added a collection of classic movies from the 1950s and 1960s

Police used facial recognition technology to identify a suspect in a decades-old cold caseThe weather service warned of dangerous thunderstorms with hail and high winds

College students won a national science competition with their invention that purifies water

A bank introduced a new checking account with no monthly fees and cashback rewardsA heatwave in the western states pushed temperatures to 113°F forcing schools to close early

The Nobel Prize in Physics was awarded to two scientists for their work on black hole researchA local YMCA started offering free swimming lessons for children from low-income families

A retail giant raised its hourly wage to $20 benefiting over 35000 employees nationwideResearchers found that drinking herbal tea before bed can improve sleep quality in older adults

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• ·Scientists developed a lightweight material that is stronger than steel for use in cars
• ·A flood destroyed several roads and bridges in a rural area
• ·Scientists at a coastal research lab discovered higher levels of microplastics in deep-sea sediment than previously recorded
• ·Local schools added coding classes to their middle school curriculum starting this semester
• ·Scientists identified a new species of orchid in the mountains of Costa Rica
• ·The city council announced plans to reduce air pollution levels
• ·A new mobile app was launched that helps users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel experiences
• ·A survey found that 68% of consumers prioritize buying products from eco-friendly brands
• ·The university conducted a survey on student satisfaction with online courses
• ·A clothing brand donated a portion of its sales to environmental charities
• ·A study found that owning a pet improves mental health in seniors
• ·Scientists studied how light pollution affects the migration of birds
• ·A hotel started offering work from hotel packages with dedicated desks and high-speed internet
• ·The government introduced new laws to protect endangered bird species from habitat loss
• ·A tornado in the south destroyed a small town’s main street and injured 12 people
• ·Local schools organized a sports day for students and parents