A new study showed that meditation can help improve focus and concentration

A study revealed that 70% of people feel lonely at least once a week highlighting a growing social issueA group of activists campaigned for better access to healthcare for people with disabilities

A school introduced a program to teach students about financial literacy to prepare them for adulthoodA famous museum opened a new exhibition featuring 100 ancient artifacts from around the worldA popular music festival attracted 50,000 attendees with performances from top international artists

A new movie broke box office records earning $100 million in its first weekend of releaseA city hosted a literary festival with readings and workshops from award-winning authors

A traditional cultural festival was held to celebrate the harvest season drawing crowds from across the region

A famous painter’s latest collection sold out within hours of going on display at a galleryA hotel started offering "pet-friendly rooms" with beds and bowls for guests’ animals

A musician recorded a song for a movie soundtrack that was nominated for an awardA construction company used recycled materials to build a new shopping center

A study showed that drinking green tea regularly can improve brain functionA small business owner started selling handmade candles that were featured in a lifestyle magazine

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• ·The stock market jumped 3% after a key company reported higher-than-expected quarterly profits
• ·A construction company used 3D printing technology to build the walls of a new office building
• ·Cross country team sets new school record at state meet
• ·Coffee shop sources beans from fair-trade farms in Colombia
• ·Farmers reported higher crop yields thanks to improved irrigation systems
• ·Researchers found that learning a second language improves cognitive function in children
• ·Researchers found that playing board games improves cognitive function in the elderly
• ·Coast guard conducts training exercises in preparation for hurricane season
• ·A university opened a new career center to help students find internships
• ·A team of engineers completed a project to upgrade the city’s sewage system
• ·The city introduced a new parking system that uses sensors to guide drivers to available spots
• ·Radio station holds fundraiser to support local homeless shelter
• ·Researchers developed a new blood test that can detect early signs of Parkinson’s disease
• ·The country’s education budget was increased by 10 percent
• ·A fashion brand released a limited-edition holiday collection made from sustainable materials
• ·Study finds that learning a second language improves memory in adults