A major film studio announced it will release 18 new movies next year including several sequels to popular franchises

A major airline added direct flights to two new Asian cities starting in the fallResearchers found that certain fungi can break down toxic chemicals in contaminated soil

The school board decided to add more mental health counselors to all middle and high schoolsA popular social media app introduced a feature that lets users control how long they scrollThe fire department rescued several families from a burning apartment building overnight

Scientists discovered that poor posture while working at desks contributes to back painThe city hosted a global summit on reducing plastic waste in oceans and waterways

A new study showed that writing by hand improves memory retention better than typing

Local farmers markets started accepting food stamps to make fresh produce more accessibleThe country’s export of tech products increased by 22 percent in the last quarter

A charity organization built a new community center with a library and gymScientists discovered a new species of insect in the Amazon rainforest

The city council approved plans to build a new sports complex for youth sportsResearchers studied the effects of social media on relationships among teenagers

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• ·A global gender equality summit concluded with a pledge to close the pay gap by 2035
• ·A new study revealed that drinking green tea may have health benefits for the immune system
• ·A study found that reading for 30 minutes a day can reduce stress levels by 20%
• ·Scientists developed a new vaccine to protect livestock from a deadly virus
• ·A local theater hosted a festival featuring plays by emerging playwrights
• ·A library started offering free Wi-Fi to visitors who don’t have internet access at home
• ·Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic
• ·A clothing brand announced a recycling program for old clothes to reduce waste
• ·A referendum on constitutional amendments will take place in June allowing citizens to vote on political reform
• ·A professional sports team hired a new head coach with a history of leading teams to championship wins
• ·A new study finds that regular exercise can improve mental health in adults
• ·Soccer team wins regional title and moves to national playoffs
• ·A medical journal published a study linking adequate sleep to a stronger immune system
• ·A tech company announced plans to open a new office in a smaller city
• ·Florist creates custom flower arrangements for wedding season
• ·A software company released a new tool that helps businesses track their inventory