Survey reveals that 60 percent of travelers plan to take international trips next year

A public library started lending e-readers pre-loaded with educational booksResearchers found that eating dark leafy greens can increase iron levels by 20% in anemic patients

The city announced it will install more public Wi-Fi hotspots in downtown areasA tech company launched a new smartwatch that monitors heart rate variabilityA severe thunderstorm caused hail damage to 250 homes in a suburban neighborhood

The government announced grants for farmers to switch to organic pest control methodsScientists developed a new method to remove oil spills from coastal beaches more efficiently

An airline announced it will offer free checked bags for passengers traveling internationally

Local police started a program to teach pedestrian safety to elementary school studentsMagazine features interview with famous chef about new restaurant

Physicists make progress in developing fusion energy as clean power sourceCycling race attracts professional riders for 100 mile course through countryside

Study shows that adding ginger to meals helps with digestion issuesFurniture store uses bamboo to make eco friendly bedroom sets

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• ·A new study showed that drinking water instead of sugary drinks can reduce the risk of obesity in children by 40%.
• ·A study found that socializing with friends at least once a week improves mental well-being in older adults
• ·Local police launched a campaign to educate drivers about the dangers of texting while driving
• ·A tech company allowed employees to choose their own work hours with no core time requirements
• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage people to reduce food waste at home
• ·The transportation department repaired potholes on major roads before winter
• ·A study found regular yoga improves flexibility and reduces office workers’ back pain
• ·Scientists created a new device that generates electricity from body heat
• ·Survey reveals that most travelers prefer road trips over air travel this year
• ·The city’s public library added more e-books for users to borrow online
• ·Researchers at a leading university developed a new battery technology that charges 10 times faster than current lithium-ion batteries
• ·The government passed a law to protect endangered sea turtles from habitat loss
• ·Firefighters use thermal imaging cameras to locate missing hiker in forest
• ·A tech company released a new app to help people manage their finances
• ·A river overflowed its banks after heavy rain causing damage to nearby farms
• ·A farmer’s market added 10 new vendors selling handmade soaps and candles this season