A tech company launched a new feature for its video conferencing tool that allows virtual backgrounds

Fashion show raises money for women’s shelterResearch shows that walking barefoot on grass reduces stress

Pet hospital offers affordable wellness plansCity hosts Fourth of July parade with floats and marching bandsOnline retailer offers free shipping on orders over $50

Physicists study black holes to learn about universe originsSoftball team wins tournament and qualifies for nationals

Study reveals that nuts reduce heart disease risk

Candle company donates to reforestation projectsCommunity center provides free tutoring for students preparing for exams

Tennis tournament attracts top-ranked players from 18 countriesStudy shows that gardening increases physical activity in older adults

Bakery introduces gluten-free croissants made with almond flourPolice department launches campaign against distracted driving

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• ·Research finds that playing piano improves reading skills in kids
• ·Soccer team wins regional title and advances to national playoffs
• ·A grocery store chain raised its employee discount to 30% for all full-time staff
• ·Researchers discovered that eating dark chocolate daily may improve brain function in adults
• ·A famous author released their first novel in five years to critical acclaim
• ·A museum displayed a collection of famous impressionist paintings on loan from a European museum
• ·Farmers report record harvest of heirloom tomatoes due to ideal summer rainfall
• ·A tech company released a new smartphone with a better camera
• ·A best-selling author announced their next book will focus on climate change activism
• ·A new movie was praised by critics for its realistic portrayal of life in a small town
• ·Researchers developed a new type of battery that is recyclable and better for the environment
• ·The school district decided to start classes 30 minutes later to help students get more sleep
• ·Research shows that art therapy helps children cope with trauma
• ·A new survey found that 65% of employees prefer hybrid work models combining remote and in-office work
• ·A farm started selling honey sticks as a healthy snack for kids at local schools
• ·A hospital started a program to help patients manage chronic pain