A study found that regular meditation can lower blood pressure by an average of 5.8 mmHg in adults with hypertension

The government started a program to help small businesses use digital technologyA tech startup launched an app to help people manage their personal finances

Doctors urged people to get regular eye exams to detect vision problems earlyThe local museum hosted a lecture series by famous expertsA new study showed that air pollution affects cognitive function in the elderly

The city council announced plans to add more bike lanes in the cityA major airline added new entertainment options on its flights

Scientists developed a new lightweight material for use in aircraft

The school district added a financial literacy course to the curriculumLocal police increased security at shopping malls during the holiday shopping season

A new restaurant specializing in vegan sushi opened to positive reviewsThe country’s inflation rate dropped to 1.8 percent due to lower energy prices

A charity launched a program to teach seniors how to use video calls to stay in touch with familyScientists reported that coral reefs in protected areas are recovering faster than expected

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• ·Local boutiques reported a surge in sales of handmade products during the holiday season
• ·Doctors developed a new treatment for asthma that works faster and has fewer side effects
• ·Book publisher signs deal with best selling author for three new novels
• ·A government program helped renters find affordable housing
• ·The national space agency shared new data about the surface of Mars collected by a rover
• ·Bakery gains viral attention for matcha-flavored sourdough bread
• ·The government introduced a new tax incentive for companies that invest in renewable energy projects
• ·A university research team found that social media use can increase feelings of loneliness in young adults
• ·A team of veterinarians opened a new clinic specializing in the care of exotic pets like reptiles
• ·A museum hosted a lecture by a historian about the civil rights movement
• ·A grocery store started selling plant-based meat alternatives in its frozen food section
• ·A local restaurant won a national award for its innovative cuisine
• ·A professional runner set a new national record in the marathon at a recent race
• ·Research indicates that laughter therapy reduces pain in patients with chronic conditions
• ·Engineers built a new bridge that can withstand earthquakes up to magnitude 8.0
• ·The transportation ministry added more security personnel to public transit stations to improve safety