A university research team found that regular meditation can reduce stress levels by 30%

The country’s GDP grew by 3.2% in the second quarter exceeding economists’ predictionsEnvironmental groups organized a clean-up event along a major river collecting 5 tons of waste

A best-selling author announced their next book will focus on climate change activismLocal schools added coding classes to their middle school curriculum starting this semesterA large utility company invested $2.7 billion in wind farm projects in the northern states

A tropical storm formed in the Atlantic prompting coastal evacuation warningsThe World Health Organization updated its guidelines for preventing the spread of respiratory illnesses

A professional basketball player signed a four-year contract worth $190 million with a new team

A new bike-sharing program launched in the city providing 1200 bikes at 60 stationsPark rangers lead educational hikes to teach visitors about local flora and fauna

Newspaper reports success of local farmers market in supporting small family farmsAstronomers share new images of distant galaxy captured by space telescope

Cross country team sets new school record at state championship meetStudy finds that reading to infants helps develop early language skills

(责任编辑：高桥洋子)

• ·A city launched a recycling program that rewards residents with discounts at local stores for proper sorting
• ·A severe thunderstorm caused hail damage to 250 homes in a suburban neighborhood
• ·Researchers found that children who learn to read at an early age have better vocabulary skills
• ·A singer released a new single that became a top hit on music charts worldwide
• ·The foreign minister traveled to Asia to negotiate a new free trade agreement with several Southeast Asian nations
• ·A study found that swimming for 30 minutes three times a week can improve heart health
• ·A photographer captured photos of a local parade that were featured on the city’s official website
• ·A local community center started offering free fitness classes for seniors twice a week
• ·Scientists studied the impact of deforestation on wildlife habitats
• ·A grocery store began offering online ordering and same-day delivery to meet customer demand
• ·A major bank announced it will offer low-interest loans to small businesses owned by women and minorities
• ·A major bank announced it will offer low-interest loans to small businesses owned by women and minorities
• ·Research indicates that volunteering helps people feel more connected to community
• ·Cross country team wins state championship with record breaking time
• ·Research shows that stretching before exercise prevents muscle strains
• ·Scientists developed a new test for early cancer detection