A study found that spending time with pets lowers stress hormones and improves mood in adults

A new study showed that students who get 8 hours of sleep a night get better gradesThe city installed a new parking app that lets users reserve spots and pay for parking online

A major food company announced it will cut sugar in its cereals by 30% over the next yearScientists created a device that generates electricity from food waste in homesThe school board approved plans to build a new middle school in the fast-growing northern neighborhood

Researchers found that petting a dog for 10 minutes lowers blood pressure in stressed adultsThe government started a program to help small businesses set up online stores

A tech startup launched an app that tracks spending and helps users save money for goals

Doctors urged people to get eye exams every two years to check for vision problems and eye diseasesChocolate shop creates artisanal chocolates with local ingredients

Ambulance service expands coverage to rural communities with new vehiclesTV network announces new reality show about farm life

Research shows that regular socializing improves mental health in seniorsPlant nursery sells native plants that support local pollinators

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• ·The city introduced a new parking system that uses sensors to guide drivers to available spots
• ·Heavy rain caused mudslides that blocked roads and isolated small communities in mountainous areas
• ·Local firefighters rescued four people from a burning building early this morning with no serious injuries reported
• ·A charity organization delivered 1,000 meals to elderly residents during a winter storm
• ·A study revealed that excessive screen time can reduce attention spans in children by 25%
• ·The country’s renewable energy capacity increased by 20 percent
• ·Meta announced plans to invest $10 billion in its metaverse project aiming to launch a fully immersive virtual world by 2027
• ·A university football team announced its schedule for the upcoming season with 8 home games
• ·A major airline revealed it will add 15 new international routes next year to meet rising travel demand
• ·The government announced a new grant program to support artists and cultural organizations affected by the pandemic
• ·A fashion brand started using recycled plastic bottles to make its clothing
• ·A popular social media platform launched a new feature for creating short videos
• ·Scientists developed a faster diagnostic test for a common childhood illness that delivers results in 15 minutes
• ·A major airline offered discounts on flights for travelers booking in advance
• ·A software company announced plans to hire 150 new employees over the next six months
• ·A hotel started offering eco-stays with energy-efficient rooms and complimentary bike rentals