A study found that reading printed books is better for comprehension than e-books

A study found that regular meditation can lower blood pressure by an average of 6 mmHg in adults with hypertensionLocal residents celebrated the opening of a new community center which includes a gym library and youth club

Archaeologists uncovered a collection of ancient artifacts at a dig site including pottery and jewelryA severe heatwave swept across the southern region prompting health officials to open cooling centers for vulnerable residentsA new mobile game was released quickly becoming the most downloaded app in over 60 countries

The national parliament approved a new infrastructure plan including funding for roads bridges and airportsA major retail company announced it will offer free shipping on all online orders regardless of the purchase amount

A study published in a medical journal found that drinking green tea regularly can improve skin health by reducing inflammation

A local fire department held a fire safety workshop for residents teaching them how to prevent and respond to firesA hospital hired more nurses to reduce patient to nurse ratios in the medical ward

A school district started a summer school program for students needing extra academic supportA tech company announced plans to open a new office in a major city on the West Coast

A national park started a program to protect endangered sea turtles nesting on its beachesA bakery switched to compostable packaging for all its products to reduce waste

(责任编辑：Health Bits)

• ·A gardener developed a new type of tomato plant that resists pests and produces more fruit
• ·The country’s export of tech products set a new record this year
• ·Research indicates that volunteering strengthens community bonds
• ·A hospital successfully performed a groundbreaking surgery to transplant a 3D-printed organ into a patient.
• ·The school district announced that all schools will have access to high speed internet
• ·A popular social media platform added a new feature to let users share short video clips
• ·Local schools added coding classes to their middle school curriculum starting this semester
• ·Scientists created a new type of battery that can store 50% more energy than current models
• ·The WHO launched a program to train nurses in rural areas of Africa to improve maternal health
• ·A famous musician announced a world tour with concerts in 45 cities across six continents
• ·A fire department received a donation of new equipment from a local business
• ·Basketball team wins regional championship after overtime victory in final game
• ·A major music festival was canceled due to safety concerns after a severe weather warning was issued
• ·Scientists developed a new type of material that is both strong and lightweight
• ·Local residents protested a proposed construction project they say will destroy a protected forest
• ·Local schools held a cultural fair showcasing traditional dances and foods from around the world