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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• ·Research indicates that sunlight exposure helps regulate sleep cycles
• ·A global organization warned about a shortage of medical supplies in developing countries calling for more donations
• ·Postal service hires extra workers for holiday package delivery
• ·The city council approved plans to create a new nature reserve
• ·Dance school holds annual recital with performances by 400 students
• ·Local police launched a program to educate teens about the dangers of drunk driving
• ·Scientists collaborate with global teams to study climate change patterns
• ·The national rugby team announced it will play an exhibition game to raise money for charity
• ·The national opera company went on a tour to other cities in the country
• ·A local basketball team won the national championship after a thrilling overtime victory
• ·Archaeologists found ancient tools and pottery fragments in a cave dating back 10,000 years
• ·Doctors developed a new inhaler that works faster for children with asthma
• ·A local café introduced a new matcha latte with homemade honey that quickly became a customer favorite
• ·Scientists developed a new method to convert plastic waste into fuel
• ·Newsletter gives advice on preparing for winter storms
• ·The national tennis tournament attracted top players from around the world