A new report showed that the number of people working from home has increased by 42% since the start of the decade

The school board approved plans to build a new middle school in the fast-growing northern neighborhoodResearchers found that petting a dog for 10 minutes lowers blood pressure in stressed adults

The government started a program to help small businesses set up online storesA tech startup launched an app that tracks spending and helps users save money for goalsDoctors urged people to get eye exams every two years to check for vision problems and eye diseases

The local museum hosted a lecture series with historians talking about the city’s historyA new study revealed that air pollution from factories affects memory in older adults

The city council announced plans to add more bike lanes on main roads to promote cycling

A major airline added new in-flight movies and TV shows to keep passengers entertainedFlorist delivers free flowers to senior centers on Mother’s Day

Fire department gives away free fire safety kits to familiesBook publisher launches new series of adventure books for middle schoolers

Research finds that outdoor play improves motor skills in young childrenCar dealership offers test drives of new hybrid vehicles

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• ·A pet store started offering pet wellness checks with a licensed vet to help owners monitor their pets’ health
• ·The WHO launched a training program for nurses in developing countries to improve maternal health
• ·A team of engineers completed a project to upgrade the city’s water supply system
• ·A global summit on public health concluded with a plan to improve access to vaccines in developing countries
• ·A new design museum opened with exhibits on modern architecture
• ·Marine biologists launch project to restore damaged coral reefs in tropical oceans
• ·A library added e-books and audiobooks to its collection for users to borrow online
• ·Scientists developed a new method to convert plastic waste into fuel
• ·City officials approved a $390 million project to upgrade public transportation including new subway stations and bus routes
• ·A small business owner expanded their online presence by launching a YouTube channel to showcase their products
• ·Research indicates that laughter therapy reduces pain in patients with chronic conditions
• ·Researchers found that sleep deprivation can impair decision-making skills
• ·Scientists developed a new type of battery that lasts twice as long as traditional ones
• ·The government announced plans to upgrade rural internet infrastructure to match urban speeds
• ·Researchers found that spending time in nature reduces symptoms of anxiety and depression
• ·The national parliament passed a new law to protect endangered species imposing stricter penalties on illegal hunting