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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• ·A community center started offering free yoga classes for seniors every weekend
• ·The national soccer team hired a new head coach with experience leading teams to international titles
• ·A charity organization started a program to provide free tutoring to students from underserved schools
• ·Hardware store offers classes on woodworking for beginners
• ·A global summit on gender equality concluded with a pledge to close the gender pay gap by 2035
• ·Newspaper profiles local musician who signed with major record label
• ·The Nobel Prize in Physics was awarded to two scientists for their work on black hole research
• ·A grocery store started selling plant-based meat alternatives in its frozen food section
• ·A bakery introduced gluten-free and vegan options for all of its popular pastries
• ·A local bookstore hosted a author signing event for a newly released novel
• ·Researchers found that spending time in gardens can reduce anxiety in adults
• ·Candle company donates 10 percent of sales to environmental groups
• ·A sports league added a new team from a small city
• ·A study found that drinking green tea regularly can improve brain function and memory
• ·A national park closed a popular trail temporarily to repair damage from heavy rains
• ·The World Bank provided funding to improve sanitation systems in rural villages