The government released data showing a 4.2% increase in exports during the last quarter

The government announced plans to repair aging roads in rural areasA tech company unveiled a new virtual reality headset for gaming and education

Weather experts predicted that this year’s hurricane season will be milder than usualA team of historians found a letter written by a famous president during the Civil WarLocal police increased patrols in shopping centers during the holiday season

A new restaurant specializing in plant-based burgers opened to long linesThe country’s inflation rate dropped to 2 percent due to lower food prices

A charity launched a program to teach seniors how to use smartphones

Scientists reported that coral reefs in some areas are starting to recoverThe city held a street festival with live music, food stalls, and craft vendors

A new study revealed that practicing yoga can improve flexibility and reduce back painThe government announced plans to repair and renovate old public schools in rural areas

A tech company donated 200 computers to a school district serving low-income communitiesResearchers found that eating a balanced breakfast helps students stay focused during class

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• ·Researchers found that spending time in green spaces improves mental health
• ·Researchers developed a new treatment for a rare medical condition
• ·A software company released an update to its app that fixed bugs and added new features
• ·Researchers found that eating breakfast regularly improves children’s academic performance
• ·Researchers published a study showing that eating a breakfast high in protein reduces midday hunger
• ·A startup launched an app that helps users find local farmers markets and farm stands
• ·A construction company used 70% recycled materials to build a new community center
• ·A museum displayed a collection of ancient artifacts from a foreign country
• ·A tech company released a new version of its software with improved features and performance
• ·A famous singer announced a world tour starting in the fall
• ·A taxi company added electric vehicles to its fleet reducing its carbon footprint by 30%
• ·Study finds that reading to young children increases their vocabulary by 30 percent
• ·Dance troupe performs at international festival in Paris
• ·The transportation department announced it would make all buses wheelchair-accessible by next year
• ·A local community center hosted a free health screening event for residents over 65
• ·A museum hosted a lecture by a renowned historian