Engineers developed a new solar panel 50% more efficient than current models

Study finds that remote work improves work-life balance for 70% of employeesFirefighters rescue family from house fire caused by faulty space heater

Coffee shop sources beans from fair-trade farms in ColombiaOceanographers study effects of ocean acidification on shellfish populationsBookstore hosts storytime for kids with local children’s author

Research shows that tai chi improves balance in seniors and reduces fall riskCar manufacturer unveils electric car with self-driving features

Volunteer group distributes blankets and food to homeless people during cold snap

Radio station launches podcast about local history and folkloreA hospital opened a new sports medicine clinic to treat athletes of all ages and skill levels

A community center offered free computer classes for seniors to help them use smartphones and tabletsA tech company announced it would reduce its carbon footprint by 50% over the next five years

Heavy rainfall caused flash flooding in a city’s downtown area closing several businessesA study found that spending time with friends reduces the risk of depression in young adults

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• ·Pet sitting service offers overnight care for pets while owners travel
• ·Scientists developed a new battery technology that charges faster and lasts longer
• ·A software company launched a free version of its app to attract new users
• ·Community organizes beach cleanup that collects 3 tons of plastic waste
• ·A local bakery started delivering fresh bread to local restaurants and cafes every morning
• ·Scientists develop rapid test for detecting infectious diseases in 15 minutes
• ·Archaeologists discovered ancient tools made from bone in a cave system
• ·Research finds that regular family game nights reduce screen time for kids by 40 percent
• ·The city announced plans to repair 20 miles of sidewalks in residential neighborhoods
• ·Study reveals that eating nuts as snacks reduces afternoon hunger
• ·A charity raised $100,000 to build a new playground in a low income neighborhood
• ·A well-known clothing brand announced it will stop using fur in all its products by next year
• ·A popular coffee chain announced plans to open stores in Australia and New Zealand
• ·A sports league announced plans to expand to more cities next year
• ·A new report showed endangered species numbers dropped by 10% over five years due to conservation
• ·The city introduced a parking app that lets users pay for parking with their phone