The school district launched an anti-bullying program that teaches students empathy and respect

Volunteers planted 12000 trees in a deforested area as part of a reforestation projectA famous musician announced a farewell tour with concerts in 45 cities across the globe

Local schools reported a 93% attendance rate this year up from 86% the previous yearEngineers created a new type of solar panel that is 42% more efficient than current modelsThe government released a report showing a 18% reduction in air pollution in major cities

A grocery store chain started selling meal kits with pre-portioned ingredients for healthy dinnersA study found that listening to nature sounds can lower stress hormones in the human body

The military announced it will host a public open house at its base next month

A blizzard hit the northeastern states dumping 2.3 feet of snow and closing major highwaysA popular coffee chain introduced a new vegan latte made with oat milk

The city council approved plans to build a new skate park in a community parkScientists identified a new species of frog in a tropical rainforest in South America

A classic rock band announced a farewell tour after 40 years of performingThe country’s export of technology products increased by 18 percent this year

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• ·Research shows that yoga improves flexibility and reduces joint pain in seniors
• ·Local police started a program to distribute free bike lights to reduce accidents
• ·A software company released a free version of its app to attract more users
• ·A library started a book club for teens that focused on young adult fiction
• ·Researchers discovered that plants grow better when exposed to soft music for a few hours a day
• ·A government program helped homeowners install energy-efficient windows
• ·Researchers developed a new type of solar panel that can be integrated into building materials
• ·A gym offered online fitness classes
• ·Art museum hosts first-ever exhibition of digital art by indigenous artists
• ·A construction project to build a new airport terminal began
• ·The local fire department held a open house to teach residents about fire safety
• ·The government increased funding for mental health clinics in rural areas
• ·Coffee shop sources coffee beans directly from small farms in Central America
• ·Scientists have discovered a new species of deep-sea shrimp that can survive in extremely high-temperature vents
• ·A new study showed that drinking water regularly can improve skin health
• ·Golf tournament raises money for local youth mentorship program