A study found that reading for 30 minutes a day can reduce stress levels by 20%

A major food company planned to reduce the amount of sugar in its productsScientists discovered a new way to generate electricity from waste

The school board approved the construction of a new elementary schoolResearchers found that interacting with pets can lower blood pressureThe government started a program to help small businesses use digital technology

A tech startup launched an app to help people manage their personal financesDoctors urged people to get regular eye exams to detect vision problems early

The local museum hosted a lecture series by famous experts

A new study showed that air pollution affects cognitive function in the elderlyA major airline launched new routes to tropical destinations for winter travelers

A local artist created a series of murals highlighting the city’s history of civil rightsThe stock market experienced a small dip after news of a potential trade dispute

A charity raised $1.5 million to build wells in villages without clean waterScientists developed a faster test for COVID-19 that delivers results in 10 minutes

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• ·A scientist discovered a new species of coral in the Great Barrier Reef that can withstand warmer ocean temperatures
• ·The national basketball team lost their semi-final match in the international tournament ending their bid for the championship
• ·A study found that remote work has reduced commuting time by an average of 90 minutes daily
• ·The national hockey league started its new season with a special charity game
• ·Researchers found that playing musical instruments improves memory in older adults
• ·A hotel started offering early check-in for guests who arrive before the standard check-in time
• ·A hospital started a program to help patients with chronic pain manage symptoms without opioids
• ·The transit system announced plans to replace old trains with newer more efficient models
• ·A hotel offered staycation packages for local residents, including discounts and free breakfast
• ·A local artist painted a mural to celebrate the city’s cultural diversity
• ·A popular music festival announced it would feature headlining performances from three Grammy-winning artists
• ·Volunteer group distributes blankets and food to homeless people during cold snap
• ·A construction company used recycled materials to build a new community center, reducing waste by 50%
• ·A wildlife sanctuary opened a new exhibit featuring native animals
• ·Weather forecasters warned of a cold snap that will bring freezing temperatures to the northern states
• ·The transportation department repaired a section of highway that had been damaged by flooding