A study found that spending time with friends can lower stress hormones by 27%

Hospital reports decrease in emergency room visits for seasonal illnesses this monthAutomotive company reveals plans to build electric vehicle charging stations across the country

Survey shows majority of employees want more flexible work hours post pandemicArt museum acquires rare painting by 19th century artist for its permanent collectionLocal bakery wins national award for best artisanal bread in regional competition

Scientists develop new method to recycle plastic waste into building materialsPublic library starts new program to teach seniors how to use smartphones

Football team names former player as head coach for upcoming season

Weather agency predicts above average rainfall for summer months in coastal regionsA new survey found that 63% of employees prefer hybrid work models combining remote and in-office work

An international aid organization delivered 13000 tons of food to a country facing severe famine due to conflictA major fashion brand announced it will use only sustainable materials in its clothing lines starting next year

A study published in a science journal found that exposure to natural sunlight improves cognitive function in childrenLocal firefighters rescued three people from a burning building early this morning with no serious injuries reported

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• ·Scientists found a link between lack of sleep and increased stress levels
• ·Researchers found that walking in forests reduces stress hormones in the body
• ·Schools added mental health days to the academic calendar for students and staff
• ·Researchers found regular consumption of a certain fruit may lower heart disease risk by 20%
• ·Researchers studied the impact of social media on teen self-esteem
• ·A local school held a charity event to raise money for children with cancer collecting over $62000
• ·A study revealed that social media use before bed can delay sleep by an average of 90 minutes
• ·A fire department hosted a community barbecue to raise funds for new emergency gear
• ·A drought in the southwest led to the cancellation of outdoor water use for landscaping
• ·Coffee shop sources beans from fair-trade farms in Colombia
• ·A rise in violent crime in urban areas prompted the police to increase patrols at night
• ·A professional basketball player signed a five-year contract worth $210 million with a hometown team
• ·The government announced a ban on the sale of single-use plastic straws and utensils starting next year
• ·A fashion store started selling accessories made by local artisans to support the community
• ·A farm installed a new irrigation system that uses rainwater collected in barrels
• ·A fashion designer created a line of clothing using recycled ocean plastic to raise environmental awareness