A new study indicated that meditation can improve concentration and focus

Research finds that gardening improves mood in people with depressionPlant store offers tips for keeping houseplants alive

Park officials close certain trails to protect nesting wildlifeNewsletter gives advice on preparing for winter stormsScientists work with other countries to study global weather patterns

The government announced a new $520 million funding package to support small businesses affected by recent economic shiftsScientists at a top university discovered a potential breakthrough in treating Parkinson’s disease using stem cell therapy

A major airline revealed plans to add 22 new international routes next year to meet rising travel demand

Local authorities reported a 19% drop in crime rates over the past eight months citing enhanced community policingResearchers found that petting a dog for 10 minutes lowers blood pressure in stressed adults

The government started a program to help small businesses set up online storesA tech startup launched an app that tracks spending and helps users save money for goals

Doctors urged people to get eye exams every two years to check for vision problems and eye diseasesThe local museum hosted a lecture series with historians talking about the city’s history

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• ·An international aid group delivered 10000 tons of food to a country facing famine due to conflict
• ·A new report showed that the number of people working from home has increased by 42% since the start of the decade
• ·Dance school puts on holiday performance with live music
• ·A zoo opened a new exhibit featuring pandas from China
• ·A new report showed that global tourism numbers have returned to pre-pandemic levels this year
• ·A photographer won a contest for their photo of a rare bird spotted in a local nature reserve
• ·A construction company used recycled steel to build a new office building
• ·A public library announced it will loan out power tools and gardening equipment to residents
• ·Research finds that learning to play an instrument improves hand eye coordination
• ·Researchers found a new oil spill cleanup method
• ·Opera company performs new production of well known classic
• ·A study showed that listening to nature sounds can improve sleep quality in people with insomnia
• ·Archaeologists found ancient coins dating back to the Roman Empire in a small British village
• ·Research indicates that getting seven to eight hours of sleep improves athletic performance
• ·A local newspaper started a column featuring local business owners
• ·A study revealed that social media use can affect self-esteem in young adults