A new study indicated that meditation can improve concentration and focus

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 stormsScientists work with other countries to study global weather patterns

The government announced a new $520 million funding package to support small businesses affected by recent economic shiftsScientists at a top university discovered a potential breakthrough in treating Parkinson’s disease using stem cell therapy

A major airline revealed plans to add 22 new international routes next year to meet rising travel demand

Local authorities reported a 19% drop in crime rates over the past eight months citing enhanced community policingResearchers found that petting a dog for 10 minutes lowers blood pressure in stressed adults

The government started a program to help small businesses set up online storesA tech startup launched an app that tracks spending and helps users save money for goals

Doctors urged people to get eye exams every two years to check for vision problems and eye diseasesThe local museum hosted a lecture series with historians talking about the city’s history

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• ·Archaeologists uncover ruins of ancient temple in Southeast Asia
• ·A new study showed that students who get 8 hours of sleep a night get better grades
• ·Coast guard rescues sailors from sinking boat in stormy seas
• ·A luxury hotel chain planned to renovate all its hotels in the next two years
• ·Researchers found that eating nuts regularly can improve heart health and reduce cholesterol
• ·A farmer’s market added 10 new vendors selling handmade soaps and candles this season
• ·Engineers completed a new bridge connecting two cities that had been separated by a river
• ·The local community center opened a new fitness facility for residents of all ages
• ·Art museum hosts exhibit of ancient Egyptian artifacts on loan from global museums
• ·Hardware store sells compost bins and gardening supplies for home gardeners
• ·A major airline announced it will add 20 new international routes by the end of the year to meet growing travel demand.
• ·Podcast releases new episode featuring interview with industry expert
• ·The government announced tax credits for companies that hire veterans
• ·Researchers studied the impact of social media use on teenage mental health, finding a link between excessive use and anxiety
• ·A farm started selling homemade jams, jellies, and preserves made from its own fruit
• ·Engineers completed a new water treatment plant that provides clean drinking