A university’s basketball team made it to the national tournament for the first time

A well-known clothing brand announced it will stop using fur in all its products by next yearResearchers found that walking in forests for 20 minutes a day boosts immune system function

Local hospitals started offering telehealth services for patients who can’t visit in personThe national space agency shared new images of a distant galaxy captured by its latest telescopeA popular fast-food chain added plant-based burger options to its permanent menu

Scientists created a new type of battery that can charge electric cars in under 30 minutesThe school district announced it will replace all old textbooks with digital tablets for students

A new study revealed that excessive social media use is linked to feelings of loneliness in teens

Local artists painted murals on the walls of an abandoned factory to brighten the neighborhoodA city installed 50 new electric vehicle charging stations in parking lots around the city

An airline partnered with a hotel chain to offer discounted travel packages for couplesScientists found that spending time in parks can improve mental health and reduce anxiety

The government launched a campaign to encourage people to reduce food waste at homeA museum hosted a workshop on how to paint landscapes like a famous 19th-century artist

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• ·A study found that socializing with friends at least once a week improves mental well-being in older adults
• ·Softball team wins tournament and qualifies for national games
• ·A new study found that reading for 30 minutes each day can reduce stress levels by 68%, according to research from a psychology institute.
• ·A study showed that 30% of workers experience burnout due to long hours and high stress
• ·A school district started a mentorship program where high school students tutor elementary school students
• ·An energy company announced it would close three coal-fired power plants and invest in solar energy
• ·A city started a program to plant flowers in public spaces to improve the urban environment
• ·A city installed more public restrooms with accessible facilities for people with disabilities
• ·Researchers found that playing team sports improves teamwork skills in teenagers
• ·A musician released a folk album inspired by local history that topped regional music charts
• ·A tech company announced a partnership with a car manufacturer to develop self-driving technology for future vehicles.
• ·The national rugby team won the regional championship for the third time
• ·Community group organizes festival to celebrate local culture and traditions
• ·The city council voted to increase funding for science and math programs in public schools
• ·A government agency launched a campaign to prevent drunk driving
• ·A airline improved its customer service by adding more staff at check in counters