Engineers developed a new solar panel 50% more efficient than current models

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 library started offering book rentals by mail for patrons who can’t visit in person
• ·Physicists make breakthrough in developing quantum computers for commercial use
• ·Researchers found that chronic stress can increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes
• ·Researchers found that breathing exercises can lower blood pressure in hypertensive patients
• ·Marine biologists found that seagrass beds are disappearing at a rate of 8% per year
• ·Photography exhibit focusing on urban wildlife opens at city gallery
• ·The government provided drought relief to farmers with crop losses
• ·A new study found that reading for 30 minutes each day can reduce stress levels by 68%, according to research from a psychology institute.
• ·Doctors developed a new surgical technique that reduces recovery time for patients
• ·The mayor announced a plan to build 5000 affordable housing units in the city
• ·Researchers discovered that plants respond to sound waves by growing faster
• ·A museum hosted a lecture by a renowned archaeologist about recent discoveries in ancient ruins
• ·A fashion brand launched a new line of accessories
• ·A tech company released software that helps teachers create online lessons
• ·A local bakery started delivering bread to local restaurants
• ·A fashion brand released a clothing line made from recycled fishing nets collected from oceans