The government announced a new plan to reduce student loan debt

A new science museum opened with interactive exhibits on space explorationResearchers found that playing puzzle games can improve memory in older adults

The city council voted to ban disposable e-cigarettes in public spacesAn oil company announced it will invest $4 billion in geothermal energy projectsA small boat capsized in a lake with all passengers rescued by nearby boaters

A study showed that eating breakfast within an hour of waking can boost metabolismThe postal service announced it will add 100 new delivery trucks to handle package volume

Volunteers cleaned up 6 miles of hiking trails in a national park removing trash and debris

A famous singer released a charity single to raise money for disaster relief effortsLocal farmers markets started accepting food stamps to expand access to fresh produce

The WHO launched a campaign to eliminate polio in three remaining countriesA golfer won a tournament after sinking a 50-foot putt on the final hole

A hospital announced it will add a new emergency department wing with 30 bedsResearchers found that breathing exercises can lower blood pressure in hypertensive patients

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• ·Weather experts reported that this year’s summer has been the hottest on record
• ·Research shows that meditation practice lowers blood pressure in hypertensive patients
• ·Bookstore hosts book reading event with best selling children’s author
• ·Local businesses joined a campaign to reduce their carbon footprint by using renewable energy
• ·A major airline revealed plans to add 22 new domestic routes by the end of the year
• ·The national soccer team won their first match in the World Cup defeating a defending champion with a score of 2-1
• ·Furniture store launches line of furniture made from reclaimed wood and metal
• ·The mayor announced a plan to build 9000 affordable housing units over the next five years
• ·A music band announced a reunion tour after a 10-year hiatus
• ·Researchers found that regular strength training reduces the risk of osteoporosis in women
• ·Renewable energy sources (solar wind hydro) accounted for 25% of global electricity generation last year
• ·A fire department hosted a safety workshop that taught 300 residents how to prevent home fires
• ·Scientists discovered a way to use bacteria to break down oil spills more quickly
• ·A fashion store donated unsold clothing to a nonprofit that helps homeless individuals
• ·A study found that regular meditation can lower blood pressure by an average of 5.8 mmHg in adults with hypertension
• ·A grocery store started labeling products with their carbon footprint to help customers make eco-friendly choices