Astronomers observed a rare celestial event, as a comet passed close to Earth for the first time in 200 years.

The police department launched a new program to combat cyberbullying among teenagersScientists cloned a rare species of coral to help restore damaged coral reefs

Local boutiques reported a surge in sales of handmade products during the holiday seasonThe university announced a new research partnership with a leading tech company to study AI ethicsA powerful tornado destroyed dozens of homes in a small town in the midwest

Researchers detected a new planet in the same solar system as a potentially habitable worldThe city introduced a new program to give rebates to residents who install solar panels

A well-known actress announced she will produce and star in a new TV series about women's history

Doctors advised people with respiratory conditions to stay indoors during a recent air quality alertDoctors created a new surgical procedure that shortens recovery time for knee replacements

The local museum hosted a “science day” with hands-on experiments for kids and familiesA new study showed that meeting friends regularly reduces stress and improves mental health

The national park service announced plans to repair hiking trails damaged by last year’s stormsA major snack company recalled a batch of chips due to possible salmonella contamination

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• ·A school district started a program to help students with learning disabilities
• ·The transportation department repaired a section of highway that had been damaged by flooding
• ·Global researchers find new link between gut bacteria and immune system strength
• ·A library added a collection of books about mental health to support community members struggling with mental illness
• ·A research team developed a new vaccine for a common childhood illness with 95% effectiveness
• ·Amazon unveiled a new delivery drone that can carry packages weighing up to 5 pounds and deliver them in 30 minutes or less
• ·Local businesses reported a 24% increase in sales during the holiday season compared to the previous year
• ·A city launched a bike sharing program to reduce traffic congestion
• ·A coffee shop introduced a new seasonal drink made with local ingredients
• ·A community garden hosted a tomato growing contest with prizes for the largest and sweetest fruits
• ·A tech company announced plans to expand its operations to three new countries next year
• ·A public library announced it will loan out power tools and gardening equipment to residents
• ·Scientists developed a rapid test for a viral infection that provides results in 10 minutes
• ·Research finds that playing board games improves problem solving skills in children
• ·A new museum dedicated to modern art opened its doors to the public
• ·The World Bank approved a $900 million loan to help a developing country build new schools