A study found that regular meditation can lower blood pressure by an average of 5 mmHg in adults with hypertension.

A city started a composting program for residents that turns food waste into garden fertilizerA snowstorm in the northwest dumped two feet of snow closing schools and government offices

A study showed that learning a second language at a young age improves cognitive developmentThe government passed a law to protect consumers from hidden fees on airline tickets and hotel staysA museum hosted a night event with live music and food trucks to attract young visitors

A local bakery started delivering fresh pastries to hotels and cafes in the downtown areaScientists discovered a new planet that orbits a star similar to our sun in the habitable zone

The transportation department announced plans to build a new bus terminal in the city center

A fashion brand released a limited-edition holiday collection featuring sustainable materialsA new movie starring a Hollywood A-lister broke box office records on its opening weekend

Researchers found that eating leafy green vegetables reduces the risk of age-related vision lossA city expanded its bike-sharing program to include electric bikes for longer trips

An airline announced it would offer free checked bags for passengers traveling with childrenA study showed that teachers who receive regular feedback improve their teaching skills faster

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• ·The city council approved plans to build a new swimming pool in the suburbs
• ·A discount store announced it will expand its organic food section by 50% in all locations
• ·A singer released a new single that topped music charts in 10 countries
• ·A local farmers’ market started an online store to sell fresh produce to customers at home
• ·A small plane made an emergency landing on a highway with no injuries reported
• ·A community held a festival to celebrate cultural diversity with food music and dance from different countries
• ·Electronics store offers trade in program for old phones and tablets
• ·A charity organized a 5K walkathon that raised $75,000 for childhood cancer research
• ·The city council announced plans to add more bike lanes to promote cycling as a mode of transportation
• ·The school board voted to increase the number of art and music classes in elementary schools
• ·A music band announced a reunion tour after a 10-year hiatus
• ·The Nobel Prize in Literature was awarded to a novelist from a small African country
• ·An airline announced it would add more in-flight entertainment options for passengers
• ·A city council voted to increase funding for public parks by 25% next year
• ·Research finds that board games improve critical thinking in children
• ·A new movie starring a Hollywood actor broke box office records on its opening weekend