A new study showed that meditating before work improves focus and productivity

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 ratesThe police department launched a new app that allows users to report suspicious activity anonymously

A luxury hotel chain announced it will install solar panels on the roofs of all its propertiesScientists discovered a new way to clean up oil spills using a special type of foam

The community center opened a new senior center with fitness classes and social activities

A new study showed that air pollution from power plants affects children's academic performanceA fire department taught residents how to use fire extinguishers in a hands-on workshop

A software company launched a new app that helps users track their fitness goalsA community organized a holiday toy drive that collected 600 toys for kids in need

A grocery store started selling gluten-free snacks like chips and granola barsA photographer captured photos of a local sunset that went viral on social media

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• ·An energy company announced it would invest $3 billion in solar power projects over the next decade
• ·Astronomers discover new planet in habitable zone of nearby star
• ·Local bakery wins national award for best artisanal bread in regional competition
• ·A major cosmetics brand said it will stop animal testing on all its products worldwide
• ·Health officials issued a public warning about a rise in seasonal flu cases urging vulnerable groups to get vaccinated
• ·The city launched a program to give free bike helmets to children in low-income neighborhoods
• ·A city added more public restrooms
• ·A construction project to renovate an old public library began, with plans to add more digital resources
• ·Doctors developed a new vaccine for a disease that affects children in developing countries
• ·A farm transitioned to organic farming methods, eliminating the use of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides
• ·The country’s export of electronic goods increased by 20 percent in the last quarter
• ·Hardware store offers classes on basic home repairs
• ·A drought in the southwest led to the restriction of outdoor water use for businesses
• ·Local authorities announced a ban on single-use plastic bags in all retail stores starting next month
• ·Motorcycle show features custom bikes from local builders and national brands
• ·A research study found that using public transit instead of driving can reduce an individual’s carbon footprint by 60%.