A famous author was awarded a prestigious literary prize for their contributions to contemporary literature

A new study revealed that people who live alone have higher rates of high blood pressureThe city council voted to add more bus routes to connect suburban areas to downtown

A popular coffee chain announced it will open 10 new locations in small towns this yearScientists created a way to recycle old cell phones and extract valuable metals safelyThe school district decided to start classes 30 minutes later to help students get more sleep

Researchers found that gardening for an hour a week reduces symptoms of depressionThe government started a program to help farmers switch to organic farming methods

A tech startup launched an app that uses AI to help users learn new languages in 10 minutes a day

Doctors developed a new inhaler that works faster for children with asthmaA major airline announced it would offer direct flights to four new Asian cities starting next year

Health officials issued a warning about a rise in cases of Lyme disease in wooded suburban areasA city council voted to convert a vacant lot into a community garden for local residents

A study showed that spending 20 minutes a day in sunlight improves vitamin D levels and moodA famous singer announced a world tour with concerts in 40 countries over the next 18 months

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• ·A study found that socializing with friends at least once a week improves mental well-being in older adults
• ·An airline announced it would add new routes to popular vacation spots in Europe
• ·A study published in a top medical journal found daily exercise can boost mental health by reducing anxiety and depression symptoms
• ·Researchers found that using cloth bags instead of plastic bags reduces plastic waste by 80%
• ·A major airline launched new routes to tropical destinations for winter travelers
• ·A tech giant acquired a smaller startup specializing in AI technology in a deal worth $590 million
• ·Scientists reported that coral reefs in some areas are starting to recover
• ·A fashion store started a clothing swap program where customers trade old clothes for store credit
• ·City council votes to ban single-use styrofoam products in restaurants
• ·A city banned smoking in public parks to protect non smokers
• ·A hospital launched a new program to help patients quit smoking with counseling and medication
• ·Bakery offers low sugar cookies and pastries for health conscious customers
• ·A historic building underwent restoration to preserve its cultural heritage
• ·A popular TV show was renewed for a fifth season following high ratings and positive reviews from critics
• ·A new TV show became the most-watched program on its network within its first two weeks
• ·Doctors found a new treatment for chronic pain without side effects