Research finds that outdoor play improves vision in young children

A famous singer released a charity album to raise money for disaster relief effortsLocal schools reported a 95% pass rate on state standardized tests this year

Engineers developed a new type of asphalt that absorbs rainwater to reduce floodingThe government released a report showing a 24% increase in renewable energy jobsA supermarket chain started selling pre-packaged meal kits for four people at $25 each

A study found that spending time with friends can lower stress hormones by 27%The military announced it will host a youth leadership camp for high school students

A winter storm dumped 20 inches of snow on northern cities closing schools for three days

A tech company allowed employees to choose their own work schedules with flexible hoursA singer’s new album debuted at number one on global music charts

Local schools installed air purifiers in classrooms to improve indoor air qualityEngineers designed a new dam to prevent flooding in a river basin

The government released data showing a 3.2% increase in household incomeA supermarket chain started donating unsold produce to local food banks daily

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• ·Researchers found that regular strength training reduces the risk of osteoporosis in women
• ·Clothing brand creates line of clothing using recycled plastic bottles from oceans
• ·Research finds that learning to play an instrument improves hand eye coordination
• ·Paramedics receive new life saving equipment to improve emergency response
• ·A grocery store added a zero-waste section with bulk foods and package-free products
• ·A famous actor announced they will star in a new film based on a best-selling novel set to start filming next month
• ·The city council announced plans to add more bike lanes in the city
• ·Volunteers planted over 3000 trees in a urban park as part of a citywide reforestation effort
• ·A construction company built a new middle school to accommodate a growing student population
• ·An airline announced it will offer free checked bags for passengers traveling internationally
• ·A national park reported an increase in the number of visitors during the summer
• ·A new study revealed that excessive social media use is linked to feelings of loneliness in teens
• ·A smartphone manufacturer announced a new model with a foldable screen and 5G connectivity
• ·A study found that children who play outside daily have better eyesight than those who don’t
• ·Opera company performs new production of well known classic
• ·A gym added a new section for weight training equipment