Researchers discovered that plants grow 15% faster when exposed to soft classical music

Travel magazine lists top eco friendly resorts for sustainable vacationsResearch finds that playing board games improves social skills in autistic children

Shoe brand makes sneakers from recycled ocean plastic and natural rubberCoast guard conducts search and rescue drills in preparation for hurricane seasonBook club discusses novel about climate change and environmental activism

Engineers design new flood protection system for coastal citiesGolf tournament raises funds for after school programs in low income neighborhoods

Study shows that owning a dog increases physical activity levels in seniors

Tea shop imports rare white tea from remote regions of ChinaA fashion store launched a "swap and save" program where customers can trade old clothes for discounts on new items

A library added a collection of graphic novels and comic books to attract younger readersA farm invested in a new irrigation system that reduced water usage by 30% while increasing crop yields

A fire department hosted a community barbeque to raise funds for new emergency response gearA software company released a language learning app that uses gamification to make lessons more engaging

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• ·Research shows that regular socializing reduces risk of dementia in seniors
• ·A study revealed that spending too much time on social media can reduce face-to-face social skills
• ·A smartphone company announced a new partnership with a wireless carrier to offer better deals
• ·Survey reveals most travelers prefer staying in boutique hotels over chain hotels
• ·A gym added new weight training equipment
• ·Weather service issues warning for heavy rain in coastal areas
• ·City officials approved a plan to plant 5000 new trees in urban parks
• ·Engineers designed a new type of window that keeps homes cooler in summer and warmer in winter
• ·A museum hosted a workshop on traditional crafts for local residents
• ·City officials approved a $380 million project to upgrade public transportation including new subway stations and bus routes
• ·A severe snowstorm disrupted air travel with hundreds of flights canceled or delayed
• ·A study showed that eating breakfast within 90 minutes of waking can boost energy levels
• ·Study finds that reading to infants helps develop early language skills
• ·Pet hospital offers affordable pet insurance plans
• ·A national park reported an increase in the number of bald eagle sightings
• ·The city installed a new traffic light system to reduce congestion during rush hour