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 tech company said it will adopt a 4-day workweek for all employees starting next quarter
• ·Scientists developed a new type of solar panel that is more efficient than current models
• ·A hotel started offering discounted rates for guests who stay for more than three nights
• ·A taxi company updated its app to let customers split fares and tip drivers digitally
• ·A national park announced it will extend its hours during the summer months
• ·Scientists developed a new vaccine for a disease that affects livestock
• ·A major airline updated its in flight entertainment system with more movie options
• ·A tech company announced plans to hire more employees in the coming year
• ·A hotel chain started offering eco-friendly packages for environmentally conscious travelers
• ·A new report showed that the number of people working from home has increased by 43% since the start of the decade
• ·A school started a recycling program that reduces its waste by 30% each month
• ·The central bank announced it would inject $7 billion into the economy to boost job creation
• ·Florist delivers flowers to hospital patients for free
• ·The city introduced a parking app that lets users pay for parking with their phone
• ·A library added books in 10 different languages to support immigrant families
• ·An airline announced discounted fares for students traveling to college for the first time