A photographer captured photos of a local parade that were featured on the city’s official website

A new study showed that meditating before work improves focus and productivityThe city hosted a beer festival featuring local breweries and food trucks

Scientists identified a new gene that affects how people respond to certain medicationsThe government announced plans to build more clinics in rural areas without nearby hospitalsA popular online retailer offered free gift wrapping during the holiday season

Researchers found that spending time in nature reduces the risk of depression in adultsThe police department added more officers to patrol shopping centers during the holiday rush

A luxury hotel chain announced it will offer free breakfast to all guests starting next month

Doctors recommended that people limit their intake of processed meats to reduce cancer riskThe city held a cultural festival featuring traditional dances, music, and food from various countries

A new study revealed that practicing mindfulness meditation reduces symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorderThe government announced plans to repair over 500 miles of damaged highways this year

A tech company donated 1,000 tablets to a school district serving low-income studentsResearchers found that students who participate in sports have higher graduation rates

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• ·Scientists created a new device that generates electricity from body heat
• ·A severe storm hit the eastern coast, causing widespread power outages and forcing the evacuation of coastal communities.
• ·A construction project to widen a highway started this month and will take two years to finish
• ·Local authorities announced a ban on single-use plastic bags in all retail stores starting next month
• ·Researchers at a marine lab discovered a new species of coral in the Pacific Ocean, which could help restore damaged reefs.
• ·The city council approved a $130 million project to build a new public library and community center
• ·A severe earthquake struck a coastal town causing significant damage to buildings and leading to several injuries
• ·A community organized a charity walk to raise money for cancer research
• ·Researchers found that learning a second language at a young age improves cognitive abilities
• ·A new study showed that air pollution can affect cognitive function in older adults
• ·The national parliament passed a new law to protect consumers from false advertising, imposing heavy fines on violators.
• ·A severe heatwave swept across the southern region prompting health officials to open cooling centers for vulnerable residents
• ·A grocery store started selling plant-based milk alternatives like oat and almond milk
• ·Local residents held a protest against the construction of a new factory near a residential area
• ·A fire department conducted a training exercise that involved simulating a multi-alarm building fire
• ·The national park service planned to improve visitor facilities in the park