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 fashion brand released a clothing line made from recycled fishing nets collected from oceans
• ·A city council approved a plan to build a new bike sharing program
• ·A community organization planted 200 saplings in a city park to replace trees lost to a storm
• ·Researchers calculated that recycling one ton of paper saves 17 trees and 7000 gallons of water
• ·A community garden donated 150 pounds of carrots to a local senior center
• ·A bookstore hosted a poetry reading featuring local poets and spoken word artists
• ·A new art museum opened in the city center featuring works by contemporary artists from around the world
• ·A community garden donated 300 pounds of tomatoes to a local food bank this summer
• ·A famous chef opened a new restaurant specializing in local cuisine
• ·A small boat capsized in a lake with all passengers rescued by a nearby rescue team
• ·Researchers found that regular exercise reduces the risk of type 2 diabetes by 40%
• ·Skateboard competition attracts professional riders from around the world
• ·Researchers found that social media use affects sleep patterns in young people
• ·Study shows that pets help reduce anxiety in college students
• ·Dietitian recommends adding quinoa to diets for plant-based protein
• ·A large bookstore opened a new location with a dedicated section for graphic novels and comics