A tech company launched a new feature for its video conferencing tool that allows virtual backgrounds

Fashion show raises money for women’s shelterResearch shows that walking barefoot on grass reduces stress

Pet hospital offers affordable wellness plansCity hosts Fourth of July parade with floats and marching bandsOnline retailer offers free shipping on orders over $50

Physicists study black holes to learn about universe originsSoftball team wins tournament and qualifies for nationals

Study reveals that nuts reduce heart disease risk

Candle company donates to reforestation projectsCommunity center provides free tutoring for students preparing for exams

Tennis tournament attracts top-ranked players from 18 countriesStudy shows that gardening increases physical activity in older adults

Bakery introduces gluten-free croissants made with almond flourPolice department launches campaign against distracted driving

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• ·Engineers tested a new type of battery that lasts twice as long as current models
• ·A critically acclaimed author released a new novel exploring themes of family and identity
• ·Researchers found that playing board games improves social skills in young children
• ·The railway service announced it would upgrade its trains to include more comfortable seating
• ·A severe hailstorm with baseball-sized hail damaged crops on 70 farms in a rural county
• ·A study showed that air pollution causes 7 million premature deaths worldwide each year
• ·Research finds that gardening improves mental health in people with anxiety
• ·A new report showed endangered species numbers dropped by 10% over five years due to conservation
• ·The national parliament approved a new infrastructure plan funding roads bridges and airports
• ·A new study revealed that eating more fruits and vegetables lowers the risk of heart disease
• ·The national railway service announced it would be upgrading its trains to provide faster and more comfortable travel for passengers.
• ·Researchers found a potential link between diet and heart health
• ·Biologists track migration patterns of humpback whales using underwater microphones
• ·City officials revealed plans to build a new park in the downtown area featuring walking trails and a community garden
• ·Scientists developed a new battery technology that charges faster and lasts longer
• ·The transit system announced plans to upgrade its trains with Wi-Fi and charging ports