Research shows that meditation practice lowers blood pressure in hypertensive patients

Car manufacturers announced a joint effort to develop a universal charging network for electric vehiclesA heatwave in the western states pushed temperatures to 113°F forcing schools to close early

The Nobel Prize in Physics was awarded to two scientists for their work on black hole researchA local YMCA started offering free swimming lessons for children from low-income familiesA retail giant raised its hourly wage to $20 benefiting over 35000 employees nationwide

Researchers found that drinking herbal tea before bed can improve sleep quality in older adultsThe prime minister met with the president of a neighboring country to discuss border security

A chemical spill at a factory in the industrial area was contained with no reported health risks

A new podcast platform launched featuring exclusive content from award-winning journalistsPlant nursery sells native plants that support local pollinators

Lifeguards teach CPR to beachgoers during summer monthsBloggers attend conference to learn about social media trends

Mathematicians develop new formula to solve complex equationsSoccer team wins regional title and moves to national playoffs

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• ·A bookstore chain announced it would host monthly author readings and book signings
• ·The school district changed the school start time to allow students more sleep
• ·An airline announced it would add more legroom to its economy class seats starting next year
• ·A new animal rescue center opened to care for injured wildlife in the countryside
• ·The government passed a law to protect consumers from false advertising and scams
• ·The local fire department held a fire safety training session for residents
• ·Scientists at a top research institute discovered a new species of butterfly in the Amazon rainforest
• ·A software company launched a new app that helps users track their fitness goals
• ·A local farmers’ market started selling homemade jams and honey
• ·A team of explorers discovered a hidden cave system with ancient rock paintings in
• ·The government announced plans to build a new airport in a fast-growing city in the south
• ·The Nobel Prize in Literature was awarded to a novelist from a small African country
• ·A cyclone in the Indian Ocean caused widespread flooding and power outages in coastal towns
• ·Health officials advised people to get vaccinated against the flu ahead of the winter season
• ·A new study showed that exercise can improve self-esteem and confidence in teenagers
• ·Local police launched a program to educate teens about the dangers of drunk driving