A government program provided financial assistance to first time homebuyers

Study links lack of green spaces to increased stress levels in urban areasPostal service announces changes to delivery schedules starting next month

Dance troupe performs sold out shows in three major citiesEngineers test new technology to clean up oil spills more efficientlyLibrary expands digital collection with 10000 new e books

Football league announces changes to playoff format for next seasonResearch indicates that drinking green tea may boost metabolism

City launches campaign to encourage more people to use bicycles

Book publisher releases memoir by famous political figureA famous singer announced a world tour with concerts in 40 countries over the next 18 months

The military deployed troops to help distribute food and water in areas hit by a severe hurricaneA school district decided to extend the school day by 30 minutes to add more art and music classes

A startup company launched an app that connects users with local handymen for home repairsA heatwave in the southern states pushed temperatures to 108 degrees prompting heat advisories

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• ·A new study finds that regular exercise can improve mental health in adults
• ·A museum hosted a workshop on how to paint landscapes like a famous 19th-century artist
• ·Researchers found that children who attend preschool have better reading skills by third grade
• ·Scientists discovered that a common kitchen spice has properties that fight inflammation
• ·An airline announced it will upgrade its in-flight meals to include more vegetarian options
• ·A community garden hosted a kids’ gardening day where children learned how to plant and care for vegetables
• ·A hotel chain offered free stays to healthcare workers during the holiday season
• ·A taxi company added 10 wheelchair-accessible vehicles to its fleet
• ·The national parliament approved a new infrastructure plan including funding for roads bridges and airports
• ·A hospital opened a new sports medicine clinic to treat athletes of all ages and skill levels
• ·Local businesses hosted a street fair with live music and food vendors to attract customers
• ·A coffee shop introduced a new line of specialty teas, including herbal and loose-leaf varieties
• ·A new TV show based on a true story became the most-watched program in its time slot
• ·Wildlife sanctuary releases rehabilitated foxes back into natural habitat
• ·A farmers market started a program to teach children about farming and healthy eating
• ·A pet store started offering exotic pet supplies for reptiles and birds