A cyclist broke the national record for the 50-kilometer race by 2 minutes

Opera house partners with local orchestra for production of modern operaResearch indicates that learning a musical instrument improves listening skills in toddlers

Toy company creates interactive puzzle sets that teach geography to kidsPark rangers offer guided bird watching tours at dawn during migration seasonPharmacy provides free flu shot clinics at senior centers and community halls

Fashion designer uses traditional weaving techniques from South America in new collectionStudy finds that remote work increases job satisfaction for 80 percent of employees

Firefighters rescue family from apartment fire caused by faulty electrical wiring

Coffee shop sources beans from women owned farms in EthiopiaResearch indicates that getting enough sleep improves creativity

Juice bar uses cold-press technology to make nutrient-rich juicesAnimal shelter partners with pet store to offer discounted adoption fees

Newspaper reports on growth of small businesses in downtown areaAstronomers discover new planet in habitable zone of nearby star

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• ·Researchers published a study showing that eating a breakfast high in protein reduces midday hunger
• ·The government launched a new program to promote digital literacy among elderly citizens offering free online courses
• ·Study reveals that family dinners reduce childhood obesity rates
• ·Freelance marketplace launches new feature for clients to hire freelance writers
• ·A clothing brand announced it will donate a portion of its sales to environmental conservation groups
• ·The country’s unemployment rate dropped to 3.2% in September the lowest in 15 years
• ·Local police launched a new initiative to reduce drunk driving setting up checkpoints across the city on weekends
• ·The government announced a tax cut for middle-income families to boost consumer spending
• ·A cyclist broke a national record in a long-distance race
• ·Researchers discovered a new species of deep-sea fish during an expedition in the Pacific Ocean
• ·Doctors urged people to get regular eye exams to detect vision problems early
• ·A restaurant started using locally sourced meat and produce to support nearby farmers
• ·Local authorities started a recycling program for batteries and electronic waste
• ·A major food company announced it will reduce the amount of salt in its products by 20%
• ·A software company provided free technical support to its customers via phone and email
• ·A charity organization started a campaign to raise awareness about mental health in schools