A study found that regular meditation can lower blood pressure by an average of 5.8 mmHg in adults with hypertension

The government started a program to help small businesses use digital technologyA tech startup launched an app to help people manage their personal finances

Doctors urged people to get regular eye exams to detect vision problems earlyThe local museum hosted a lecture series by famous expertsA new study showed that air pollution affects cognitive function in the elderly

The city council announced plans to add more bike lanes in the cityA major airline added new entertainment options on its flights

Scientists developed a new lightweight material for use in aircraft

The school district added a financial literacy course to the curriculumLocal police increased security at shopping malls during the holiday shopping season

A new restaurant specializing in vegan sushi opened to positive reviewsThe country’s inflation rate dropped to 1.8 percent due to lower energy prices

A charity launched a program to teach seniors how to use video calls to stay in touch with familyScientists reported that coral reefs in protected areas are recovering faster than expected

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• ·The government announced a new plan to reduce student loan debt
• ·A new coffee shop opened downtown offering specialty drinks made with locally sourced beans
• ·The national basketball league announced it will expand to include two new teams next season
• ·A new opera based on a historical event opened to critical acclaim from music critics
• ·A study found that children who play team sports develop better communication skills
• ·The government announced a $390 million fund to support small businesses affected by recent market changes
• ·A city banned plastic bags in retail stores to reduce waste
• ·A study found that playing video games in moderation can improve hand-eye coordination
• ·The school district announced it will replace all old textbooks with digital tablets for students
• ·A large bookstore opened a new branch with a coffee shop inside
• ·The space agency announced plans to build a research station on the moon by 2036
• ·A city added more public benches in downtown areas for pedestrians
• ·Firefighters use drones to find missing hiker in remote wilderness area
• ·A major cosmetics brand said it will stop animal testing on all its products worldwide
• ·A study revealed that excessive use of social media can increase anxiety in young adults
• ·A music award ceremony was held last night with a rising star taking home the top prize for Best New Artist