Study finds that remote work improves work-life balance for 70% of employees

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 adultsThe government increased funding for renewable energy research to develop new technologies

A bookstore started a book club for parents and kids that focuses on children’s literatureResearchers developed a new vaccine that provides protection against three different viruses

The railway service announced it would offer free travel to students during school breaks

A new TV show based on a popular video game became one of the most-watched series of the yearA new TV show based on a popular video game became one of the most-watched series of the year

A study revealed that eating nuts as a snack helps maintain healthy cholesterol levelsA city installed more security cameras in parks to prevent vandalism and crime

An airline announced it would add more legroom to its economy class seats starting next yearScientists found that a certain type of algae can be used to produce clean biofuel

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• ·A hotel started offering eco-stays with energy-efficient rooms and complimentary bike rentals
• ·The city council banned the use of plastic bags in all retail stores
• ·Researchers found that listening to classical music while studying can improve test scores
• ·A charity started a job training program for homeless individuals, helping them find employment in local businesses
• ·A local middle school’s science team won first place at a national STEM competition
• ·The national handball team won the national championship
• ·A fire department responded to a small wildfire in a rural area and contained it within hours
• ·A community center offered free English classes to immigrants and refugees to help them integrate
• ·Bakery introduces new line of gluten free products
• ·A study showed that eating a breakfast high in protein can reduce hunger cravings throughout the day
• ·A river in the midwest overflowed its banks causing damage to homes and farmland
• ·A hospital hired 30 additional nurses to reduce patient-to-nurse ratios and improve care quality
• ·A farm started selling homemade jams and jellies at the farmers market
• ·Local schools held a cultural fair showcasing traditional dances and foods from around the world
• ·The school district decided to start classes 30 minutes later to help students get more sleep
• ·A hospital opened a new rehabilitation center for patients recovering from injuries