Researchers found that learning a musical instrument improves math skills in elementary students

High school students created an app that helps users track and reduce their carbon footprintA bank announced it will offer student loan refinancing with 0% interest for the first year

Medical researchers found that regular swimming can improve lung capacity by 15%The public transit system added 40 new electric buses to its fleet to cut emissionsA famous actor announced they will star in a biographical film about a civil rights icon

A study revealed that excessive screen time can reduce attention spans in children by 25%The government launched a program to provide free internet access to low-income households

Mudslides in mountainous areas blocked three major highways stranding thousands of motorists

A startup developed a new device that monitors air quality and sends alerts to users’ phonesA coffee chain announced it will offer free coffee to customers who bring reusable cups

The city council approved a project to build a new skate park and community gardenArchaeologists discovered an ancient burial site with artifacts from a pre-Columbian civilization

Car companies announced a collaboration to develop affordable electric vehicles for familiesA drought in the southern states led to mandatory water restrictions for all residents

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• ·The stock market experienced a minor dip after news of trade policy changes
• ·Researchers found that certain herbs can help lower blood sugar levels in people with diabetes
• ·A university research team found that daily stretching can reduce back pain by 25% in office workers
• ·A construction company finished building a new bridge that reduces travel time between two towns
• ·Research shows that stretching after exercise reduces muscle soreness
• ·Researchers found a potential link between diet and heart health
• ·A pet store started offering exotic pet supplies for reptiles and birds
• ·A hotel started offering eco-stays with energy-efficient rooms and complimentary bike rentals
• ·Pet hospital offers affordable pet insurance plans
• ·The transportation ministry added more security personnel to public transit stations to improve safety
• ·A small business owner started selling handmade candles that were featured in a lifestyle magazine
• ·A professional tennis player won a major tournament for the first time in their career
• ·A community organized a holiday toy drive that collected 600 toys for kids in need
• ·A study found green tea boosts the immune system
• ·Train company reduces ticket prices for off peak travel to boost ridership
• ·A new movie broke box office records earning $100 million in its first weekend of release