A new study showed that online learning can be just as effective as in-person classes for college students, according to a education research group.

A small bakery started selling gluten-free croissants that were featured in a local food blogA tech startup released a new app that helps users find and book affordable local workshops

A farmer’s market added 10 new vendors selling handmade soaps and candles this seasonA city installed new public Wi-Fi hotspots in 15 downtown parks for residents and visitorsA university research team found that daily stretching can reduce back pain by 25% in office workers

A pet groomer opened a second location after their first shop had a 60% increase in bookingsA bookstore hosted an author Q&A event that drew over 120 attendees interested in fantasy novels

A construction company began work on a new community center with a gym and after-school space

A coffee roaster started selling small-batch beans sourced from family farms in ColombiaLocal schools held a sports day for students to promote physical activity

Scientists discovered a new source of renewable energy in the desertA major airline announced a new route to a popular tourist destination

The national handball team won the national championshipA new photography exhibition displayed images of wildlife from around the world

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• ·Research indicates that volunteering improves job prospects for recent graduates
• ·A tech company unveiled a new laptop with a flexible screen
• ·Public libraries extended their opening hours to meet community demand
• ·A museum offered free admission to all visitors on national holidays
• ·A team of marine biologists discovered a new coral reef
• ·A major tech firm released a new laptop with a longer battery life and lighter design
• ·International space agency shares images of recent asteroid flyby near Earth
• ·A restaurant added a vegan menu option that quickly became one of its most popular choices
• ·A software company announced it will allow employees to work from home indefinitely
• ·A gym offered free trial memberships that helped it gain 200 new members in one month
• ·A professional basketball player signed a four-year contract worth $190 million with a new team
• ·Fire department hosts safety training for residents in wildfire-prone areas
• ·Local schools organized a cultural exchange program with schools abroad
• ·Study shows that owning a pet reduces feelings of loneliness in elderly adults
• ·Plant nursery sells pollinator-friendly plants to support bees
• ·A heat advisory was issued for southern states with temperatures expected to reach 106°F