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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• ·Local schools organized a fundraiser to buy new musical instruments for the school band
• ·A major airline announced plans to replace its older planes with more fuel-efficient models
• ·Study finds that remote work reduces commuting time by average of 90 minutes daily
• ·The government launched a campaign to promote healthy eating habits
• ·The school district announced it will offer free after-school tutoring for students struggling in math
• ·The United Nations released a report urging countries to increase funding for global vaccine access
• ·A government program helped first-time homebuyers
• ·A tech firm announced it will open a new research lab focused on developing quantum computing
• ·The country’s inflation rate remained stable at 2 percent this month
• ·A new report showed that the number of people working from home has increased by 45% since the start of the decade
• ·The government built new schools in growing suburbs to reduce overcrowding in existing schools
• ·A tech company released a new software update with improved security features
• ·Volunteers organized a community food drive to help families in need during the holiday season
• ·Video game developer announces release date for highly anticipated sequel
• ·A fire department responded to a small wildfire in a rural area and contained it before it spread to homes
• ·The city introduced a new bike-sharing program with more than 50 stations across the city