Researchers found a link between regular meditation and improved focus

The police department started a campaign to teach seniors how to avoid phone scamsA major bookstore announced it will host monthly book clubs for different age groups

Doctors recommended that people with high blood pressure monitor their salt intakeThe community center offered free yoga classes for people with chronic painA new study showed that people who live in walkable neighborhoods have lower obesity rates

The city council voted to add more bike parking spaces in downtown areasA popular coffee chain announced it will open 20 new locations in small towns this year

Scientists created a new way to recycle old batteries into new ones

The school district decided to start the school day later to improve student attendanceA fire department responded to a small wildfire in a rural area and contained it before it spread to homes

A software company launched a new app that helps users learn a new language through interactive gamesA community garden hosted a "harvest festival" with live music and food made from garden produce

A fashion boutique started selling vintage clothing alongside new items to promote sustainable fashionA library hosted a "tech help" session for seniors that taught 50 people how to use smartphones and tablets

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• ·Researchers found that listening to classical music while studying can improve test scores
• ·A city started a composting program for residents to turn food waste into fertilizer
• ·A scientist developed a new type of battery that is safer for the environment
• ·A museum displayed a collection of famous paintings on loan from another museum
• ·Teachers receive new tablets to integrate digital lessons in classrooms
• ·Research shows that yoga reduces symptoms of arthritis in older adults
• ·The government introduced new laws to protect old-growth forests from logging
• ·Study reveals that nuts reduce risk of type 2 diabetes
• ·Scientists developed a process to turn agricultural waste into biodegradable packaging
• ·The stock market recovered quickly after a short period of uncertainty
• ·Swimming team wins national championship for third year in a row
• ·A group of volunteers organized a clean - up event along the riverbank
• ·Electronics brand launches wireless headphones with 40 hour battery life
• ·Scientists developed a new battery technology that charges faster and lasts longer
• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage people to get vaccinated against a new virus strain
• ·A credit union announced it will offer student loans with no application fees or prepayment penalties