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 severe cyclone hit a coastal town, destroying dozens of homes and leaving many residents without power or clean water.
• ·A tech company announced a new innovation in artificial intelligence
• ·A study found that reading fiction can improve empathy and understanding of others
• ·A photographer’s photos of a local sunset went viral on Instagram, gaining 100k likes
• ·The city’s public library added more e-books for users to borrow online
• ·A tennis player won their first Grand Slam tournament after defeating the top-seeded player in the final
• ·The government introduced new regulations to reduce food waste in restaurants
• ·A multi-car accident on a highway caused a 12-mile traffic jam during the morning commute
• ·A hospital announced it will build a new cancer treatment center with state-of-the-art equipment
• ·A city banned single use plastic straws in restaurants and bars
• ·A tech company launched a new smartwatch that monitors heart rate variability
• ·Research shows that yoga reduces symptoms of arthritis in older adults
• ·The city council approved plans to build a new sports complex for youth sports
• ·A major airline announced it will increase flights to popular vacation destinations during the summer months
• ·Juice bar adds seasonal menu items made with locally grown berries and fruits
• ·Researchers found that playing team sports improves teamwork skills in teenagers