A library added new audio books and e-books to its collection for users to borrow online

Scientists found that spending time in nature reduces symptoms of attention deficit disorderThe government launched a campaign to teach people how to properly sort recycling

A museum hosted a workshop on traditional pottery making led by a local artistA local bakery won first prize at a national baking competition for its chocolate cakeEngineers completed a new tunnel under a river that reduces commute time by 30 minutes

The postal service announced it would hire 12000 temporary workers for the holiday seasonA celebrity chef opened a cooking camp for kids to teach them basic culinary skills

Researchers found that using cloth napkins instead of paper ones saves 100 pounds of paper per year

A city started a program to plant native flowers in public spaces to support pollinatorsA global summit on gender equality concluded with a pledge to close the gender pay gap by 2035

A major airline announced it will offer free Wi-Fi on all its flights starting next yearA study found that regular meditation can lower blood pressure by an average of 5.5 mmHg in adults with hypertension

Local residents celebrated the opening of a new community center which includes a gym library and youth clubArchaeologists uncovered a collection of ancient artifacts at a dig site including pottery and jewelry

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• ·A study found that socializing with friends at least once a week can improve mental well-being in older adults
• ·Health officials issued a public warning about a rise in seasonal flu cases urging vulnerable groups to get vaccinated
• ·A new study showed that writing by hand improves memory retention better than typing
• ·A school started a recycling competition between classes to encourage more recycling
• ·A school started a chess club that placed second in a regional tournament
• ·A university research team found that regular meditation can reduce stress levels by 30%
• ·A new study showed that excessive use of social media affects teenagers' academic performance
• ·Researchers found that eating a small amount of dark chocolate daily improves blood flow
• ·Researchers found that reading aloud to toddlers helps develop language skills faster
• ·The World Health Organization updated its guidelines for preventing the spread of respiratory illnesses
• ·The government launched a campaign to promote tourism in small towns with historical sites
• ·A museum displayed a rare collection of ancient coins from the Roman Empire
• ·A popular social media platform updated its privacy settings for users
• ·Weather forecasters warned of possible tornadoes in the Midwest region
• ·Newspaper reports increase in small business openings in downtown area this year
• ·A major smartphone brand announced a new model with a built-in solar charging feature