A tech company launched a new feature for its video conferencing tool that allows virtual backgrounds

Fashion show raises money for women’s shelterResearch shows that walking barefoot on grass reduces stress

Pet hospital offers affordable wellness plansCity hosts Fourth of July parade with floats and marching bandsOnline retailer offers free shipping on orders over $50

Physicists study black holes to learn about universe originsSoftball team wins tournament and qualifies for nationals

Study reveals that nuts reduce heart disease risk

Candle company donates to reforestation projectsCommunity center provides free tutoring for students preparing for exams

Tennis tournament attracts top-ranked players from 18 countriesStudy shows that gardening increases physical activity in older adults

Bakery introduces gluten-free croissants made with almond flourPolice department launches campaign against distracted driving

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• ·A severe flood hit a rural area destroying hundreds of homes and forcing residents to seek temporary shelter
• ·The national rugby team won the regional championship after a thrilling overtime match
• ·Dietitian recommends adding leafy greens to daily meals for iron and vitamin K
• ·The UN General Assembly adopted a resolution calling for global cooperation to end poverty by 2030
• ·The school district added a financial literacy class to teach students about budgeting and saving
• ·A hospital hired more doctors to reduce wait times for appointments
• ·Local businesses reported increased sales during the holiday season
• ·A major film studio announced it will release 18 new movies next year including several sequels to popular franchises
• ·The national basketball team won a key game to advance to the next round of the tournament
• ·The mayor announced a plan to add more benches and public restrooms in city parks
• ·A luxury hotel chain planned to renovate all its hotels in the next two years
• ·A local café introduced a new menu with vegan and vegetarian options
• ·A study found that reading for 30 minutes a day can reduce stress levels by 20%
• ·Weather forecasters predicted above-average temperatures for the upcoming summer raising concerns about heatwaves
• ·A musician released a new album that was reviewed positively by a national music magazine
• ·A research team studied the impact of air pollution on children’s lung development