Public transport companies introduced contactless payment options

Gymnastics team wins first place at regional competitionStudy finds that using lavender essential oil reduces anxiety symptoms

Coffee shop sources coffee beans directly from small farms in Central AmericaMiddle school organizes field trip to science museum for studentsFashion show features designs by students from local fashion school

Research shows that walking barefoot on grass reduces stress levelsPet hospital offers 24 hour emergency care for pets

City holds parade to celebrate national holiday with local marching bands

Online retailer offers free shipping for orders over $50Survey finds 65% of employees want more professional development opportunities

Bakery gains viral attention for matcha-flavored sourdough breadScientists discover ancient shipwreck with well-preserved artifacts in Mediterranean Sea

Public library partners with local bookstore to host monthly author eventsTennis player withdraws from tournament due to minor knee injury

(责任编辑：Story Highlights)

• ·A city launched a program to help homeless people find temporary housing and job training
• ·The city council announced plans to add more bike lanes to promote cycling as a mode of transportation
• ·A city banned single-use plastic utensils in all restaurants and food trucks
• ·Study finds that journaling about positive experiences boosts happiness levels
• ·A blizzard hit the northeastern states dumping 2 feet of snow and closing major highways
• ·A tech startup launched an app that helps users find local volunteer opportunities
• ·Researchers discovered a new species of fish in a deep-sea trench off the coast of Japan
• ·A airline improved its customer service by adding more staff at check in counters
• ·A coffee chain announced it will offer free refills for customers with reusable cups
• ·A tech giant acquired a smaller startup specializing in AI technology in a deal worth $590 million
• ·Researchers found that regular consumption of green tea may reduce the risk of heart disease by up to 20%, according to a 10-year study.
• ·The government offered tax incentives to companies that adopt environmentally friendly practices
• ·A renowned journalist announced the release of a new book about global political changes
• ·Local authorities installed new traffic cameras to reduce speeding and improve road safety
• ·A university research team studied how rising sea levels will affect coastal communities
• ·The stock market reached a new all-time high with tech and renewable energy stocks leading the gains