A study found that regular meditation can lower blood pressure by an average of 5 mmHg in adults with hypertension.

A city started a composting program for residents that turns food waste into garden fertilizerA snowstorm in the northwest dumped two feet of snow closing schools and government offices

A study showed that learning a second language at a young age improves cognitive developmentThe government passed a law to protect consumers from hidden fees on airline tickets and hotel staysA museum hosted a night event with live music and food trucks to attract young visitors

A local bakery started delivering fresh pastries to hotels and cafes in the downtown areaScientists discovered a new planet that orbits a star similar to our sun in the habitable zone

The transportation department announced plans to build a new bus terminal in the city center

A fashion brand released a limited-edition holiday collection featuring sustainable materialsA new movie starring a Hollywood A-lister broke box office records on its opening weekend

Researchers found that eating leafy green vegetables reduces the risk of age-related vision lossA city expanded its bike-sharing program to include electric bikes for longer trips

An airline announced it would offer free checked bags for passengers traveling with childrenA study showed that teachers who receive regular feedback improve their teaching skills faster

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• ·A study found that children who play video games with their parents have stronger family bonds
• ·The country’s economy grew by 23 percent in the last quarter
• ·A tech company donated old laptops to a community center for after school programs
• ·Police department partners with neighborhood watch groups to reduce theft
• ·A national park closed a popular trail temporarily to repair damage from heavy rains
• ·A major airline offered discounted tickets for early bookings
• ·Study shows that owning a pet reduces feelings of loneliness in elderly adults
• ·Researchers found that spending time in forests lowers blood pressure in adults
• ·The national volleyball team participated in an international competition
• ·Research finds that playing board games improves problem solving skills in children
• ·Weather forecasters predicted a severe thunderstorm with strong winds for the weekend
• ·A grocery store chain started selling meal kits with pre-portioned ingredients for healthy dinners
• ·A popular music artist released a new album which topped the charts in over 25 countries within 24 hours
• ·A charity organization distributed food supplies to families in need
• ·A famous director announced their next film will be a biopic about a renowned civil rights leader
• ·A famous actor signed on to star in a new TV series based on a best-selling novel