A study found that listening to music while working can increase productivity by up to 15% in some people.

Chemists create natural cleaning products using vinegar and essential oilsVolleyball tournament features teams from 35 colleges nationwide

Study shows that drinking enough water improves skin hydrationCandle store hosts workshop on making soy wax candlesHighway department repairs potholes on major highways before winter

Podcast interviews scientist about new space exploration discoveriesResearch indicates that volunteering strengthens community bonds

Pet sitting service offers dog walking and pet feeding services

Park rangers teach visitors about wildlife conservation in national parksA group of environmental activists organized a protest to demand stricter regulations on plastic waste disposal

The government announced a plan to plant 1 million trees over the next five years to combat deforestationA study found that ocean acidification has increased by 30% since the Industrial Revolution threatening marine life

A major oil spill off the coast contaminated 50 miles of shoreline killing thousands of fish and seabirdsThe UN released a report warning that 1 million species are at risk of extinction due to human activities

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• ·A tech company said it will release a new smartphone with a foldable screen set to hit stores next quarter
• ·A bookstore launched a book club for seniors that meets once a month
• ·A major fashion brand announced it will use only sustainable materials in its clothing lines starting next year
• ·A golfer won a tournament after sinking a 45-foot putt on the final hole
• ·A city installed new public Wi-Fi hotspots in 15 downtown parks for residents and visitors
• ·A major oil company announced it will invest $10 billion in renewable energy over the next decade, shifting away from fossil fuels.
• ·Public transport companies introduced contactless payment options
• ·Bookstore hosts author signing for newly released mystery novel
• ·Basketball team wins regional championship after overtime victory in final game
• ·Library provides free access to online academic journals for students
• ·A national forest announced it will allow camping in more areas next year
• ·A global climate change summit concluded with 115 countries committing to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 52% by 2030
• ·The government passed a law to protect endangered animals and their habitats
• ·A fire department hosted a community barbecue to raise funds for new equipment
• ·Online sales accounted for 35% of total retail transactions in the third quarter up from 28% last year
• ·A bakery won first place at a regional food festival for its apple pie