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 national park taught visitors about wildlife conservation
• ·Juice bar adds seasonal menu items made with locally grown berries and fruits
• ·A national forest announced it will open 20 new camping sites next year to accommodate more visitors
• ·A startup created a new smart thermostat that learns user habits to save energy
• ·A national park started a program to protect endangered sea turtles nesting on its beaches
• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage people to reduce their energy use at home
• ·A famous author released a highly anticipated new novel that quickly became an international bestseller
• ·A tech company announced it will invest $620 million in research and development to create new AI technologies
• ·A historic hotel in the city center was renovated and reopened with modern amenities
• ·Coffee shop sources beans from fair-trade farms in Colombia
• ·Middle school students designed a solar-powered backpack that charges mobile devices
• ·Study shows that drinking enough water improves athletic performance by 10 percent
• ·A public library announced it will loan out gardening tools and seed packets to residents
• ·Scientists at a leading university discovered a new compound that may inhibit the growth of cancer cells
• ·A celebrity chef cooked a special meal for a charity event that raised $120000 for hunger relief
• ·A large retail company announced it will open its first store in Europe next year expanding its global presence