A study found that regular meditation can lower blood pressure by an average of 5 mmHg in adults with hypertension.

A city started a composting program for residents that turns food waste into garden fertilizerA snowstorm in the northwest dumped two feet of snow closing schools and government offices

A study showed that learning a second language at a young age improves cognitive developmentThe government passed a law to protect consumers from hidden fees on airline tickets and hotel staysA museum hosted a night event with live music and food trucks to attract young visitors

A local bakery started delivering fresh pastries to hotels and cafes in the downtown areaScientists discovered a new planet that orbits a star similar to our sun in the habitable zone

The transportation department announced plans to build a new bus terminal in the city center

A fashion brand released a limited-edition holiday collection featuring sustainable materialsA new movie starring a Hollywood A-lister broke box office records on its opening weekend

Researchers found that eating leafy green vegetables reduces the risk of age-related vision lossA city expanded its bike-sharing program to include electric bikes for longer trips

An airline announced it would offer free checked bags for passengers traveling with childrenA study showed that teachers who receive regular feedback improve their teaching skills faster

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• ·Local residents organized a protest against the closure of a neighborhood community center
• ·Scientists develop rapid test for detecting infectious diseases in 15 minutes
• ·Scientists discovered a new planet outside our solar system that may be capable of supporting life
• ·Scientists test new drug that may slow progression of Parkinson’s disease
• ·A city started a program to plant native flowers in public spaces to support pollinators
• ·A retail store announced it would stay open 24 hours a day during the holiday shopping season
• ·A hotel renovated its rooms to include eco-friendly amenities like bamboo toothbrushes and refillable shampoo bottles
• ·A school district announced it will provide free breakfast to all students next year
• ·A airline added new routes to small cities in the Midwest and Southeast
• ·A severe earthquake struck a coastal town causing significant damage to buildings and leading to several injuries
• ·Astronomers captured images of a rare supernova explosion in a distant galaxy
• ·A university research team developed a new battery that charges in 15 minutes and lasts longer
• ·A university opened a new career center to help students find internships and jobs
• ·An airline announced it would add more legroom to its economy class seats starting next year
• ·A community center offered free English classes to immigrants and refugees to help them integrate
• ·The police department launched a new initiative to reduce crime in residential areas