The school district decided to start classes 30 minutes later to help students get more sleep

A bookstore chain announced it would host monthly book swap events for community membersScientists warned that ocean acidification is threatening coral reefs and marine life

A local basketball team won the national championship after a thrilling overtime victoryA study showed that eating nuts daily can improve heart health and reduce cholesterolThe transportation department began repaving a 15-mile stretch of highway to improve safety

A fashion brand released a clothing line made from recycled plastic bottles collected from oceansA hospital opened a new neonatal intensive care unit with state-of-the-art medical equipment

Researchers discovered a new species of frog in the rainforests of Costa Rica

The government offered grants to small businesses that adopt renewable energy solutionsThe government announced a new $300 million fund to support small businesses affected by recent economic changes

Scientists at a top research lab discovered a way to make solar panels 20% more efficient using recycled materialsA major tech firm unveiled a new smart home device that connects all household appliances into one system

Heavy snowfall in the northern states closed highways and canceled over 200 flightsInternational aid groups sent medical supplies and food to a region hit by a severe earthquake

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• ·A study found regular meditation lowers blood pressure by 5 mmHg on average in hypertensive adults
• ·The city’s public transport system launched an app to track buses
• ·A study found that playing video games can improve problem-solving skills
• ·Car manufacturer unveils hydrogen fuel cell vehicle with zero emissions
• ·Scientists found that spending time in forests can improve respiratory health by reducing air pollution exposure
• ·Gymnastics team wins first place at regional competition
• ·Engineers designed a new type of window that keeps homes cooler in summer and warmer in winter
• ·A software developer created a new app that helps users track their water intake and set hydration goals
• ·A local theater company performed a musical adaptation of a classic children’s book
• ·A pet rescue organization held a puppy yoga event to raise funds
• ·A software company launched a project management tool that integrates with Google and Microsoft apps
• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage citizens to get vaccinated
• ·A university awarded honorary degrees to two leaders in environmental science
• ·The country’s export of tech products increased by 25 percent in the last quarter
• ·The country’s inflation rate remained stable at 2.3% for the second month in a row
• ·Researchers studied the effects of social isolation on mental health