A new study indicated that meditation can improve concentration and focus

Research finds that gardening improves mood in people with depressionPlant store offers tips for keeping houseplants alive

Park officials close certain trails to protect nesting wildlifeNewsletter gives advice on preparing for winter stormsScientists work with other countries to study global weather patterns

The government announced a new $520 million funding package to support small businesses affected by recent economic shiftsScientists at a top university discovered a potential breakthrough in treating Parkinson’s disease using stem cell therapy

A major airline revealed plans to add 22 new international routes next year to meet rising travel demand

Local authorities reported a 19% drop in crime rates over the past eight months citing enhanced community policingResearchers found that petting a dog for 10 minutes lowers blood pressure in stressed adults

The government started a program to help small businesses set up online storesA tech startup launched an app that tracks spending and helps users save money for goals

Doctors urged people to get eye exams every two years to check for vision problems and eye diseasesThe local museum hosted a lecture series with historians talking about the city’s history

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• ·A tech startup created an app that helps users find volunteer opportunities in their community
• ·Doctors performed the first successful face transplant in the country giving a patient a new identity after an accident
• ·A tech company donated money to a charity that helps homeless children
• ·Local farmers protested against low crop prices demanding government support to cover production costs
• ·A community organized a holiday toy drive that collected 600 toys for kids in need
• ·Firefighters contained a large-scale wildfire in the western region after seven days of intensive efforts
• ·A local newspaper started a weekly column highlighting local environmental initiatives
• ·Tea shop imports rare teas from Japan and India
• ·A government program helped renters find affordable housing
• ·Online retailer offers free returns on all purchases
• ·Scientists developed a new type of battery that lasts twice as long as traditional ones
• ·A bakery started using organic flour in all its breads to appeal to health-conscious customers
• ·A construction company used recycled materials to build a new community center
• ·Hardware store offers classes on basic home repairs
• ·Dietitian recommends adding chia seeds to meals for omega 3 fatty acid intake
• ·A bakery used local ingredients to make its bread and pastries