A study found that spending time with pets lowers stress hormones and improves mood in adults

A new study showed that students who get 8 hours of sleep a night get better gradesThe city installed a new parking app that lets users reserve spots and pay for parking online

A major food company announced it will cut sugar in its cereals by 30% over the next yearScientists created a device that generates electricity from food waste in homesThe school board approved plans to build a new middle school in the fast-growing northern neighborhood

Researchers found that petting a dog for 10 minutes lowers blood pressure in stressed adultsThe government started a program to help small businesses set up online stores

A tech startup launched an app that tracks spending and helps users save money for goals

Doctors urged people to get eye exams every two years to check for vision problems and eye diseasesChocolate shop creates artisanal chocolates with local ingredients

Ambulance service expands coverage to rural communities with new vehiclesTV network announces new reality show about farm life

Research shows that regular socializing improves mental health in seniorsPlant nursery sells native plants that support local pollinators

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• ·Marine biologists launch project to restore damaged coral reefs in tropical oceans
• ·Researchers developed a new method to turn seawater into drinking water
• ·Scientists developed a rapid test for a bacterial infection that works without lab equipment
• ·Car dealership offers low interest financing for new electric vehicles
• ·A tech company announced plans to expand its operations to three new countries next year
• ·A music festival organizer announced that all proceeds from next year’s event will go to wildlife conservation
• ·Researchers found that eating avocados regularly can lower bad cholesterol levels
• ·Art museum acquires rare painting by 19th century artist for its permanent collection
• ·Meta announced plans to invest $10 billion in its metaverse project aiming to launch a fully immersive virtual world by 2027
• ·A study found that urban green spaces reduce air pollution levels by up to 23% in city centers
• ·A social media platform introduced new features to protect user privacy
• ·The national weather service warned of a possible hurricane in the coastal areas
• ·The city council approved a project to build a new public pool in the southern neighborhood
• ·The country’s unemployment rate fell to its lowest level in 15 years due to job growth in tech and healthcare
• ·Survey reveals that most travelers prefer eco friendly hotels when planning trips
• ·Scientists discovered that a certain type of mushroom can be used to clean up oil spills