Researchers found that playing musical instruments can improve hand-eye coordination in kids

A local café offered free coffee to customers who bring their own reusable cupsEngineers designed a new type of window that keeps homes warm in winter and cool in summer

The postal service introduced a next-day delivery service for packages sent within the same stateA celebrity chef cooked a special meal for a charity event that raised $100000 for hunger reliefResearchers calculated that using public transit instead of driving reduces carbon emissions by 45%

A city started a composting program for restaurants to turn food waste into fertilizerA snowstorm in the northeast dumped three feet of snow closing schools and government offices for two days

A study showed that learning a musical instrument improves memory and brain function in kids

The government passed a law to protect consumers from high fees charged by banks and credit card companiesTheater shows classic movie with introduction by film historian

Research finds that playing piano improves memory in older adultsCamping store sells lightweight gear for backpackers

Marine biologists plant new coral to restore damaged reefsSchool newsletter shares student artwork and poetry

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• ·The stock market recovered after a short downturn caused by international tensions
• ·Doctors discovered a new blood test that can detect early signs of liver disease
• ·City officials announce closure of main street for weekend music festival
• ·The prime minister attended a summit on global food security in Rome
• ·Chocolate shop releases limited edition truffles for holiday season
• ·The school district launched a program to support students with learning difficulties
• ·A small business owner started selling handmade jewelry at craft fairs
• ·Researchers found that reading to young children helps develop their language skills
• ·A research team developed a new method to purify water more efficiently
• ·A coffee chain announced it will offer free coffee to customers who bring their own reusable cups
• ·A library started offering book rentals by mail for homebound patrons
• ·Scientists developed a rapid test for a bacterial infection that gives results in 12 minutes
• ·Researchers found that lack of sleep can increase the risk of developing high blood pressure
• ·A popular coffee chain launched a new series of drinks made with local ingredients
• ·The military sent troops to assist in disaster relief efforts after a hurricane hit the coast
• ·The city council voted to extend public transit service to 24 hours on weekends