The city’s public transport system added more express buses to reduce commute times

A new study indicated that meditation can improve concentration and focusThe city hosted a music festival with local and international artists

Scientists identified a new gene that affects people's food metabolismThe government planned to improve healthcare services in rural areasA popular online retailer offered free shipping during a special sale

Researchers found that spending time in forests improves respiratory healthThe police department added more patrol officers in busy areas on weekends

A luxury hotel chain planned to renovate all its hotels in the next two years

Doctors recommended limiting the intake of sugary drinks for better healthTV show wins best drama award at national entertainment awards

Research finds that gardening improves mood in people with depressionPlant store offers tips for keeping houseplants alive

Park officials close certain trails to protect nesting wildlifeNewsletter gives advice on preparing for winter storms

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• ·A high school football coach was named Coach of the Year after leading the team to an undefeated season
• ·A hospital started a pain management program for patients with chronic conditions
• ·A major bank announced it will offer low-interest loans to small businesses owned by women and minorities
• ·A taxi company added 10 wheelchair-accessible vehicles to its fleet
• ·A study revealed that students who study in quiet environments retain information better than those in noisy settings
• ·Researchers found that air pollution from traffic increases the risk of respiratory illnesses in children
• ·Local artists painted murals on the walls of an abandoned factory to brighten the neighborhood
• ·A university started a new graduate program in business administration
• ·A bookstore hosted a book signing event with a best-selling author drawing hundreds of fans
• ·Wildlife sanctuary releases rehabilitated birds of prey into wild
• ·The city announced it will install more public charging stations for electric vehicles
• ·The city introduced a parking app that lets users pay for parking with their phone
• ·A clothing brand announced it will recycle old jeans into new products
• ·A farmers market added a section for local honey
• ·A tech startup launched a new app that helps users track their carbon footprint and make eco-friendly choices
• ·A grocery store chain raised its employee discount to 30% for all full-time staff