Research shows that walking barefoot on grass reduces stress

Study finds that remote work improves work-life balance for 70% of employeesFirefighters rescue family from house fire caused by faulty space heater

Coffee shop sources beans from fair-trade farms in ColombiaOceanographers study effects of ocean acidification on shellfish populationsBookstore hosts storytime for kids with local children’s author

Research shows that tai chi improves balance in seniors and reduces fall riskCar manufacturer unveils electric car with self-driving features

Volunteer group distributes blankets and food to homeless people during cold snap

Radio station launches podcast about local history and folkloreA hospital opened a new sports medicine clinic to treat athletes of all ages and skill levels

A community center offered free computer classes for seniors to help them use smartphones and tabletsA tech company announced it would reduce its carbon footprint by 50% over the next five years

Heavy rainfall caused flash flooding in a city’s downtown area closing several businessesA study found that spending time with friends reduces the risk of depression in young adults

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• ·A team of researchers found a new way to purify water using sunlight that is 50% more efficient than existing methods
• ·A small city hosted its annual music festival, attracting over 10,000 attendees
• ·The national rugby team secured a historic victory against their long-time rivals in the regional championship
• ·A famous actor starred in a new movie that premiered at a international film festival
• ·An airline announced it would add new routes to tropical destinations for winter travelers
• ·A major airline announced it would add three new international routes to popular vacation destinations
• ·A musician’s new album topped the charts in 12 countries within its first week of release
• ·A study found music while working increases productivity by up to 15% for some people
• ·A new study showed that regular exercise can improve bone density in older adults
• ·A professional soccer player donated $500000 to build a sports complex in his hometown
• ·A fire department responded to a small apartment fire that left no injuries but damaged two units
• ·A school district started a mentorship program for new teachers
• ·A city implemented a new recycling program that accepts more types of plastic
• ·The city council approved plans to build a new sports complex with fields and courts for youth teams
• ·Archaeologists found evidence of an ancient civilization in a cave system
• ·A research team studied the effects of diet on heart health