Researchers found that listening to music while studying helps improve test scores

A new survey found 80% of employees value work-life balance over high salariesA major hotel chain announced a zero-waste policy cutting landfill waste by 90%

A study found pet time lowers adult stress hormones and improves moodA local animal shelter held an adoption event finding homes for 50 dogs and catsA tech startup released software to help businesses manage remote teams efficiently

The national basketball team lost its international tournament semi-final ending its championship bidA western region drought led to water restrictions asking residents to limit usage

A new report showed remote work increased by 40% since the decade began

A major carmaker recalled 500000 vehicles over a potential brake system defectA hotel started offering "early check-in" for guests who arrive before the standard check-in time

A musician recorded a song with a local choir that was played on a regional radio stationA construction company won a contract to build a new hospital wing for pediatric care

A study found that eating nuts regularly can reduce the risk of heart diseaseA small business owner started a podcast about small business ownership that gained 5,000 listeners

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• ·The World Bank approved a $900 million loan to help a developing country build new schools
• ·A new mobile game was released quickly becoming the most downloaded app in over 60 countries
• ·A popular coffee chain announced it will phase out plastic cups entirely by the end of next year
• ·A photographer won a national award for a series of photos highlighting the impact of climate change on small towns
• ·A major car manufacturer announced it will stop producing gasoline-powered cars by 2035 focusing on electric vehicles
• ·A drought in the southern states led to mandatory water restrictions for all residents
• ·The country’s inflation rate remained stable at 2.3% for the second month in a row
• ·Scientists discovered a new species of insect in a tropical rainforest
• ·Firefighters contained a large wildfire in the western region after six days of hard work
• ·A clothing store launched an online website, allowing customers to shop from anywhere in the country
• ·A research team developed a new method to detect early-stage lung cancer using a simple blood test
• ·Plant nursery offers wide selection of native plants for home gardens
• ·A local bookstore offered a discount for students with a valid ID
• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage people to reduce their energy use at home
• ·Researchers found that eating dark chocolate improves blood flow to the brain
• ·City officials announced plans to build a new park in the downtown area, featuring walking trails and a community garden.