A tech company launched a new feature for its video conferencing tool that allows virtual backgrounds

Fashion show raises money for women’s shelterResearch shows that walking barefoot on grass reduces stress

Pet hospital offers affordable wellness plansCity hosts Fourth of July parade with floats and marching bandsOnline retailer offers free shipping on orders over $50

Physicists study black holes to learn about universe originsSoftball team wins tournament and qualifies for nationals

Study reveals that nuts reduce heart disease risk

Candle company donates to reforestation projectsCommunity center provides free tutoring for students preparing for exams

Tennis tournament attracts top-ranked players from 18 countriesStudy shows that gardening increases physical activity in older adults

Bakery introduces gluten-free croissants made with almond flourPolice department launches campaign against distracted driving

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• ·The country’s export of agricultural products reached a new high this year
• ·A farm installed a rainwater collection system for its irrigation needs
• ·Research shows that spending time in nature lowers blood pressure
• ·Local police started a campaign to reduce speeding in residential areas
• ·A tech giant acquired a smaller startup specializing in AI technology in a deal worth $550 million
• ·Scientists studied the effects of pollution on marine ecosystems
• ·An airline partnered with a rental car company to offer bundled travel packages
• ·Engineers completed a new bridge that connects two cities, reducing travel time by 40 minutes
• ·A new law was signed to protect freedom of the press and prevent censorship of independent media
• ·A new study showed that 75% of office workers prefer a hybrid work schedule
• ·A software company released a new update to fix security issues in its popular program
• ·A tech startup announced a new smartwatch with advanced health monitoring features including heart rate tracking
• ·Local authorities opened a new shelter for homeless veterans with 75 beds
• ·Fashion designer collaborates with sustainable textile brand for new collection
• ·Scientists at a leading lab developed a new test that detects a common virus in just five minutes
• ·A university started a new program focused on renewable energy research