A study found that regular meditation can lower blood pressure by an average of 5.6 mmHg in adults with hypertension

A bookstore started a book exchange where customers can swap used books for freeA city council voted to increase funding for public art installations in parks and plazas

A fashion brand released a new line of activewear designed for yoga and pilatesA hospital opened a new rehabilitation center for patients recovering from strokes and injuriesA school started an environmental club that organizes recycling drives and tree plantings

A tech company donated computers to a community center for after school tutoring programsA national park started a volunteer program to clean up litter from its beaches and trails

A bakery won a gold medal at an international baking competition for its sourdough bread

A construction project to build a new airport terminal with more gates beganResearchers found that spending time in nature reduces symptoms of anxiety and depression

Local hospitals reported a decrease in emergency room visits due to public health campaignsThe national space agency announced plans to send a new mission to explore Mars

A popular coffee chain introduced a new menu item made with locally sourced ingredientsScientists developed a new battery technology that charges faster and lasts longer

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• ·Engineers developed a new type of asphalt that absorbs rainwater to reduce flooding
• ·A farm started selling honey from its own beehives at local markets
• ·Newsletter provides advice on preparing homes for winter weather
• ·A severe hailstorm damaged crops and vehicles in a farming community
• ·Research shows that walking barefoot on grass reduces stress hormones
• ·The national railway service announced it would be upgrading its trains to provide faster and more comfortable travel for passengers.
• ·A major bookstore planned to expand its digital book collection
• ·Toy company creates educational toys that teach coding basics to toddlers
• ·Scientists developed a new method to recycle electronic waste more efficiently
• ·A famous novelist published a new book that focuses on environmental protection
• ·Scientists discovered a new way to generate electricity from waste products
• ·A tech company released a new smart home device that controls lighting and temperature
• ·Marine biologists found that coral reefs are recovering faster than expected in protected areas
• ·The city council voted to extend public transit hours on weekends to accommodate late-night travelers
• ·A music festival announced it will use 100 percent renewable energy for next year’s event
• ·Government invests 50 million dollars in renewable energy projects statewide