A tech company launched a new feature for its video conferencing tool that allows virtual backgrounds

Fashion show raises money for women’s shelterResearch shows that walking barefoot on grass reduces stress

Pet hospital offers affordable wellness plansCity hosts Fourth of July parade with floats and marching bandsOnline retailer offers free shipping on orders over $50

Physicists study black holes to learn about universe originsSoftball team wins tournament and qualifies for nationals

Study reveals that nuts reduce heart disease risk

Candle company donates to reforestation projectsCommunity center provides free tutoring for students preparing for exams

Tennis tournament attracts top-ranked players from 18 countriesStudy shows that gardening increases physical activity in older adults

Bakery introduces gluten-free croissants made with almond flourPolice department launches campaign against distracted driving

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• ·A new high-speed rail line connecting two major cities was officially opened, cutting travel time by half.
• ·City officials approved a $380 million project to upgrade public transportation including new subway stations and bus routes
• ·The government built new affordable housing complexes in urban areas with high rent costs
• ·A local library started offering free computer classes for senior citizens
• ·Candle company donates part of sales to wildlife conservation
• ·A charity started a literacy program where volunteers read to children in low income neighborhoods
• ·Scientists made a breakthrough in renewable energy storage technology
• ·A local newspaper started a daily digital newsletter to keep readers updated on breaking news
• ·The school board voted to extend the school day by 30 minutes to add more extracurricular activities
• ·Major airline announces partnership with hotel chain for discounted travel packages
• ·A major music festival was canceled due to safety concerns after a severe weather warning was issued
• ·Research shows that stretching before exercise prevents muscle strains
• ·Automotive company recalls 75,000 sedans due to faulty airbag sensors
• ·A major food company announced it will reduce the amount of salt in its products by 20%
• ·A major tech company recalled 2 million laptops due to a battery defect that could cause overheating and fires
• ·The foreign minister traveled to Asia to negotiate a new free trade agreement with several Southeast Asian nations