A study found that listening to music while working can increase productivity by up to 15% in some people.

Chemists create natural cleaning products using vinegar and essential oilsVolleyball tournament features teams from 35 colleges nationwide

Study shows that drinking enough water improves skin hydrationCandle store hosts workshop on making soy wax candlesHighway department repairs potholes on major highways before winter

Podcast interviews scientist about new space exploration discoveriesResearch indicates that volunteering strengthens community bonds

Pet sitting service offers dog walking and pet feeding services

Park rangers teach visitors about wildlife conservation in national parksA group of environmental activists organized a protest to demand stricter regulations on plastic waste disposal

The government announced a plan to plant 1 million trees over the next five years to combat deforestationA study found that ocean acidification has increased by 30% since the Industrial Revolution threatening marine life

A major oil spill off the coast contaminated 50 miles of shoreline killing thousands of fish and seabirdsThe UN released a report warning that 1 million species are at risk of extinction due to human activities

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• ·A new study finds that regular exercise can improve mental health in adults
• ·The public transit system added 25 new wheelchair-accessible buses to its fleet
• ·Scientists developed a new vaccine to protect cattle from a deadly disease
• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage people to eat more fruits and vegetables
• ·Scientists observed a rare astronomical phenomenon in the night sky
• ·The national economy grew by 3.2% in the last quarter, exceeding economists’ expectations.
• ·The military sent troops to assist in disaster relief after a hurricane hit the east coast
• ·A local library announced it will offer free coding classes for children and teens starting next month, funded by a private donation.
• ·Researchers found that eating leafy green vegetables can improve brain function in older adults
• ·An airline announced it would add more legroom to its economy class seats starting next year
• ·A study found urban green spaces reduce air pollution levels by up to 20% in city centers
• ·A new movie was praised by critics for its realistic portrayal of life in a small town
• ·A construction company finished building a new bridge that cuts travel time between two towns by 15 minutes
• ·A farm started selling pick-your-own strawberries during the summer
• ·Scientists test new drug that may slow progression of Parkinson’s disease
• ·A discount store announced it will open 35 new locations in small towns across the country