Engineers developed a new solar panel 50% more efficient than current models

Study finds that remote work improves work-life balance for 70% of employeesFirefighters rescue family from house fire caused by faulty space heater

Coffee shop sources beans from fair-trade farms in ColombiaOceanographers study effects of ocean acidification on shellfish populationsBookstore hosts storytime for kids with local children’s author

Research shows that tai chi improves balance in seniors and reduces fall riskCar manufacturer unveils electric car with self-driving features

Volunteer group distributes blankets and food to homeless people during cold snap

Radio station launches podcast about local history and folkloreA hospital opened a new sports medicine clinic to treat athletes of all ages and skill levels

A community center offered free computer classes for seniors to help them use smartphones and tabletsA tech company announced it would reduce its carbon footprint by 50% over the next five years

Heavy rainfall caused flash flooding in a city’s downtown area closing several businessesA study found that spending time with friends reduces the risk of depression in young adults

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• ·A study revealed that eating fish twice a week can improve brain health and memory
• ·A fashion store started a clothing swap program where customers trade old clothes for store credit
• ·A city council discussed plans to improve water quality in local lakes
• ·The government announced tax deductions for businesses that donate to food banks
• ·The government started a program to help small businesses set up online stores and sell products digitally
• ·A famous musician performed at a charity concert to raise funds
• ·A city hosted a sports tournament that brought teams from 10 different states
• ·Researchers discovered a new species of lizard in a remote desert region of Australia
• ·A survey found that 60% of people prefer working from home at least two days a week
• ·Study indicates that playing chess improves problem solving skills in elementary students
• ·A tech company released software that helps small businesses manage online payments
• ·Train company reduces ticket prices for students and senior citizens
• ·A famous actor announced plans to star in a new historical drama next year
• ·The city banned single-use plastic utensils in all food service establishments
• ·A construction company used recycled steel to build a new office building
• ·An environmental group reported endangered sea turtle numbers increased by 25% over the past decade