A photographer captured photos of a local parade that were featured on the city’s official website

A new study showed that meditating before work improves focus and productivityThe city hosted a beer festival featuring local breweries and food trucks

Scientists identified a new gene that affects how people respond to certain medicationsThe government announced plans to build more clinics in rural areas without nearby hospitalsA popular online retailer offered free gift wrapping during the holiday season

Researchers found that spending time in nature reduces the risk of depression in adultsThe police department added more officers to patrol shopping centers during the holiday rush

A luxury hotel chain announced it will offer free breakfast to all guests starting next month

Doctors recommended that people limit their intake of processed meats to reduce cancer riskThe city held a cultural festival featuring traditional dances, music, and food from various countries

A new study revealed that practicing mindfulness meditation reduces symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorderThe government announced plans to repair over 500 miles of damaged highways this year

A tech company donated 1,000 tablets to a school district serving low-income studentsResearchers found that students who participate in sports have higher graduation rates

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• ·A airline improved its on time performance by changing its scheduling system
• ·A city installed new recycling bins in 20 public parks to reduce littering
• ·A restaurant started offering take-and-bake meals for customers to cook at home
• ·Scientists found that a certain plant can be used to treat allergies
• ·The government provided loans to small businesses to help them recover from a recent crisis
• ·A retail store launched a loyalty program offering exclusive discounts to regular customers
• ·Researchers detected a new planet in the same solar system as a potentially habitable world
• ·The local museum hosted a lecture by a famous historian about ancient civilizations
• ·Archaeologists uncovered a collection of ancient artifacts at a dig site including pottery and jewelry
• ·Library offers free access to online language learning platform for cardholders
• ·A local school district announced it will introduce coding classes for elementary school students starting next semester
• ·Golf tournament raises money for local youth mentorship program
• ·Doctors developed a new vaccine to protect children from a common childhood virus
• ·A farm started growing herbs and spices to sell to local restaurants
• ·A major hotel chain announced plans to open 40 new hotels in Asia over the next three years
• ·The space agency announced plans to study the surface of Mars for signs of past life