A study found that spending time with pets can lower stress hormones and improve mood in adults.

A famous actor announced they will star in a new film based on a best-selling novel scheduled to start filming next monthThe national soccer team qualified for the World Cup after winning their final qualifying match against a rival team

Firefighters contained a large-scale wildfire in the western region after seven days of intensive effortsA new study showed that social media use among teenagers has decreased by 12% in the past year with more time spent outdoorsA multinational company said it will relocate its headquarters to a smaller city to cut costs and support local economies

Health experts released new guidelines recommending adults get at least seven hours of sleep per night for optimal healthA local community center opened its doors to homeless individuals offering shelter food and job training programs

Researchers announced a breakthrough in battery technology with a new design that charges electric vehicles in 12.5 minutes

The national parliament passed a new law to protect endangered species imposing stricter penalties on illegal huntingDoctors provided tips on how to stay healthy during the winter season

A famous musician performed at a charity concert to raise fundsThe government announced plans to build more affordable housing units

Scientists have discovered a new species of deep sea fish living near hydrothermal ventsThe government announced a new policy to reduce carbon emissions by 30% over the next decade

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• ·International space agency shares images of recent asteroid flyby near Earth
• ·A pet rescue organization found homes for 300 dogs and cats in the past six months
• ·The police department started a campaign to teach seniors how to avoid phone scams
• ·Local residents signed a petition against the closure of a community garden to build a parking lot
• ·Pharmacy offers walk in flu shot clinics for busy professionals during lunch hours
• ·Researchers found that eating a small amount of dark chocolate daily improves blood flow
• ·Researchers found that eating leafy green vegetables can improve brain function in older adults
• ·A toy company released a line of educational toys designed to teach young children math skills
• ·Doctors developed a new vaccine to protect children from a common childhood virus
• ·A global public health summit concluded with a plan to improve vaccine access in developing countries
• ·A university launched a new online course on climate change for global students
• ·Coast guard seizes illegal cargo of endangered sea turtles off southern coast
• ·A library added a graphic novel section that became popular with teens
• ·Scientists developed a new treatment for eczema that reduces symptoms in 90% of patients
• ·The national opera company announced a tour of small towns to make opera more accessible
• ·A taxi company added wheelchair-accessible vehicles to its fleet to serve more customers