Study finds that journaling reduces stress and anxiety in college students

A hotel chain announced it will stop using single-use toiletries to reduce plastic wasteThe country’s GDP grew by 2.1% in the first quarter driven by tech and manufacturing sectors

A historical society opened an exhibit featuring vintage toys from the 1950s and 1960sResearchers found that playing team sports improves teamwork skills in teenagersA music festival announced it will offer free tickets to volunteers who help with cleanup

The city council voted to increase funding for public art projects in downtown areasA car manufacturer revealed a new electric SUV with a range of 400 miles per charge

Local police started a program to distribute free bike lights to reduce accidents

Scientists discovered a new species of sea slug that can photosynthesize like plantsA research team studied the impact of climate change on local plant species

A bookstore started a program to read to children at local daycaresA farm began selling fresh flowers at the local farmers market

A museum hosted a special exhibition on space explorationA gym offered online fitness classes for people who can’t attend in person

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• ·A Grammy-winning musician announced a world tour to promote their new album
• ·Scientists find way to extend shelf life of fresh produce by two weeks
• ·Research finds that gardening increases physical activity in adults
• ·Scientists discovered a way to use bacteria to break down oil spills more quickly
• ·A new report showed that global tourism numbers have returned to pre-pandemic levels this year
• ·A local animal shelter rescued over 100 abandoned pets during a winter storm, appealing for foster homes.
• ·A study found that regular meditation can lower blood pressure by an average of 5.5 mmHg in adults with hypertension
• ·Local newspaper publishes special section on local businesses celebrating anniversaries
• ·A community center offered free yoga classes for seniors
• ·Research finds that drinking warm milk before bed improves sleep quality
• ·A hospital announced it will build a new pediatric wing with 40 beds and specialized equipment
• ·Local government installs new recycling bins in downtown parks
• ·Researchers developed a new type of fabric that repels stains and doesn’t require frequent washing
• ·A library started a storytime program for toddlers that meets twice a week
• ·A tech company announced a partnership with a leading university
• ·A hospital hired more doctors to reduce wait times for appointments