Researchers studied the impact of social media on teen self-esteem

Engineers completed a new water treatment plant to provide clean drinking water to more residentsThe postal service announced it would expand its package delivery services to rural areas

A celebrity chef appeared on a popular TV show to demonstrate easy recipes for home cooksResearchers found that using natural cleaning products can reduce indoor air pollution and improve healthA city organized a parade to celebrate a national holiday with floats music and marching bands

The government announced a new policy to support small businessesScientists discovered a new species of marine life in the deep ocean

Local schools will extend opening hours to help working parents

A major tech company released its latest smartphone modelSurvey shows majority of employees want more flexible work hours post pandemic

Art museum acquires rare painting by 19th century artist for its permanent collectionLocal bakery wins national award for best artisanal bread in regional competition

Scientists develop new method to recycle plastic waste into building materialsPublic library starts new program to teach seniors how to use smartphones

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• ·Researchers found that reading aloud to toddlers helps develop language skills faster
• ·Research shows that regular social gatherings reduce loneliness in empty nesters
• ·A software company partnered with a school district to provide free coding classes for students
• ·A team of marine researchers documented a significant increase in sea turtle nesting sites along the southern coast
• ·Researchers found a link between regular meditation and improved focus
• ·Opera company performs new production of well known classic
• ·Health officials issued a public alert about a surge in seasonal flu cases urging elderly and young children to get vaccinated
• ·A study found that listening to classical music can lower blood pressure in hypertensive patients
• ·Local businesses joined a campaign to use energy-efficient light bulbs in their stores
• ·Fire department conducts free smoke detector installation in low-income neighborhoods
• ·A severe drought in the western region has led to water restrictions with residents asked to limit water usage
• ·Biologists track movement of elephant herds using GPS collars
• ·A university research team made a breakthrough in cancer treatment research
• ·Study shows that owning a dog increases physical activity levels in seniors
• ·A severe flood hit a rural area destroying dozens of homes and forcing residents to seek temporary shelter
• ·A new study showed that working from home improves work-life balance for 70% of employees