Hardware store offers classes on basic home repairs

A fast-food chain announced it will remove artificial flavors from all menu itemsResearchers found that spending time in urban parks can reduce anxiety by 30%

The mayor announced a plan to add more crosswalks and pedestrian bridges downtownA hotel chain offered free stays to first responders during the holiday seasonA study revealed that pet therapy can reduce anxiety by 25% in hospital patients

The government announced tax credits for companies that hire people with disabilitiesA wildfire in a national forest was contained after burning 17000 acres

A social media platform added a feature to hide comments with harmful content

Local farmers markets started selling homemade cheese and dairy products from local farmsA study revealed that excessive screen time can reduce attention spans in children by 25%

The government launched a program to provide free internet access to low-income householdsMudslides in mountainous areas blocked three major highways stranding thousands of motorists

A startup developed a new device that monitors air quality and sends alerts to users’ phonesLocal restaurants reported a 38% increase in customers during the summer tourist season

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• ·Wildlife sanctuary releases rehabilitated foxes back into natural habitat
• ·A airline added new routes to small cities in the Midwest and Southeast
• ·Hospital introduces new robotic surgery system to improve precision in orthopedic procedures
• ·The national basketball team lost their semi-final match in the international tournament ending their bid for the championship
• ·A restaurant started offering happy hour specials on appetizers and drinks from 4 to 6 PM daily
• ·The government launched a program to help small businesses create websites and online stores
• ·The school district decided to replace old school buses with electric ones
• ·Bakery introduces gluten free croissants made with rice flour and tapioca starch
• ·Chemists make cleaning products from natural ingredients like vinegar
• ·A sports team won a regional tournament to qualify for the national championship
• ·A pharmaceutical company received approval to market a new drug for treating type 2 diabetes
• ·Researchers found that spending time in nature reduces symptoms of anxiety and depression
• ·A survey found that 80% of people believe social media has a negative impact on mental health
• ·A hotel started offering discounted rates for guests who stay for more than three nights
• ·A research study found that listening to music while working can improve productivity
• ·Local farmers reported higher crop yields this season thanks to a new irrigation system