Researchers found that a plant-based diet can lower cholesterol levels in adults

Study links lack of green spaces to increased stress levels in urban areasPostal service announces changes to delivery schedules starting next month

Dance troupe performs sold out shows in three major citiesEngineers test new technology to clean up oil spills more efficientlyLibrary expands digital collection with 10000 new e books

Football league announces changes to playoff format for next seasonResearch indicates that drinking green tea may boost metabolism

City launches campaign to encourage more people to use bicycles

Book publisher releases memoir by famous political figureA famous singer announced a world tour with concerts in 40 countries over the next 18 months

The military deployed troops to help distribute food and water in areas hit by a severe hurricaneA school district decided to extend the school day by 30 minutes to add more art and music classes

A startup company launched an app that connects users with local handymen for home repairsA heatwave in the southern states pushed temperatures to 108 degrees prompting heat advisories

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• ·Engineers designed a new type of insulation that reduces home energy use by 40%
• ·The Nobel Prize in Chemistry was awarded to three scientists for their work on quantum dots
• ·The local zoo announced the birth of a baby elephant as part of its conservation program
• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage people to get vaccinated against measles
• ·Car manufacturers announced a joint effort to develop a universal charging network for electric vehicles
• ·Teachers receive training on how to integrate climate education into lessons
• ·Fitness center adds new cardio equipment and weight training machines
• ·Police department launches app for reporting traffic hazards
• ·A farm started selling grass fed beef directly to consumers
• ·A farmers market hosted a cooking demonstration featuring local chefs
• ·A city installed new public restrooms downtown to improve amenities for visitors
• ·Chemists develop new material that is both strong and biodegradable
• ·Scientists at a leading university discovered a new compound that may inhibit the growth of cancer cells
• ·Car dealership offers test drives of new hybrid vehicles
• ·A community held a cultural festival with food music and dance from different countries
• ·A museum offered free admission to students and teachers during the school year