A major bank announced it will offer low-interest loans to small businesses owned by women and minorities.

The Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying labor market inequalityA fast-food chain announced it will reduce the amount of sugar in its children’s meals

Researchers found that gardening can improve mental health and reduce symptoms of depressionThe mayor announced a plan to add more benches and public restrooms in city parksA hotel chain started offering discounts to travelers who choose to stay during off-peak seasons

A study revealed that owning a pet can help reduce feelings of social isolation in seniorsThe government announced grants for companies developing new renewable energy technologies

A wildfire in a national park was fully contained after firefighters worked for 10 days

A social media platform added new tools to help users manage their screen timeA charity raised $1 million to build schools in Asia

Scientists developed a new type of fabric that is eco-friendlyThe city council voted to increase funding for science programs in schools

Researchers found that listening to music helps reduce anxietyA major retailer announced plans to offer free shipping on all orders

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• ·A research study found that spending time gardening can lower blood pressure in adults
• ·The city council voted to increase funding for public parks and recreational areas
• ·Juice bar adds seasonal menu items made with locally grown berries and fruits
• ·Bookstore hosts book reading event with best selling children’s author
• ·Research indicates that gratitude journaling reduces stress hormones in adults
• ·A new TV series based on a popular book became a hit with viewers around the world
• ·Hikers document rare wildflower species in remote mountain region
• ·Engineers designed a new dam to prevent flooding in a river basin
• ·Local residents celebrated the opening of a new community center which includes a gym library and youth club
• ·A famous chef released a new cookbook featuring restaurant recipes which quickly sold out its first print run
• ·A study published in a medical journal found that drinking green tea regularly improves skin health by reducing inflammation
• ·The railway service announced it would upgrade its ticketing system to allow mobile check-in
• ·Scientists invented a new type of battery that can store energy for longer periods of time
• ·College students invented a device that turns food waste into fertilizer for home gardens
• ·A major retailer announced plans to offer free shipping for all online orders
• ·Community organizes cleanup event that removes 5 tons of trash from local river