Researchers found that reading fiction can improve empathy in people

A severe thunderstorm hit the city causing damage to trees and power lines and delaying airport flightsResearchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within four months

A famous chef released a new cookbook featuring restaurant recipes which quickly sold out its first print runLocal residents voted in favor of a new tax to fund public school improvements including classrooms and technologyA tech giant announced it will launch a new streaming service competing with existing platforms by offering exclusive content

A study found that getting enough exercise improves memory and cognitive function in older adultsA major airline announced it will increase flights to popular vacation destinations during the summer months

A new report showed that the number of endangered species has decreased by 14% over the past five years thanks to conservation

Local firefighters responded to a chemical spill at a factory evacuating nearby residents as a precautionThe local museum hosted a lecture by a famous historian about ancient civilizations

A new study showed that air pollution from traffic affects lung health in cyclistsThe city council announced plans to build more pedestrian crosswalks in busy areas

A major airline added new in-flight Wi-Fi service to all its planesScientists developed a new lightweight metal that is used in aircraft construction

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• ·The government launched a campaign to promote tourism in small towns with historic sites
• ·A school started a student-run garden where vegetables are grown and donated to local food banks
• ·The city’s mayor announced a plan to build 10,000 affordable housing units over the next five years to address the housing crisis.
• ·A pet store started offering pet wellness checks with a licensed vet to help owners monitor their pets’ health
• ·A tech company announced it will lay off 1200 employees as part of a restructuring plan to focus on core products
• ·Pet groomer uses organic products for pets with allergies
• ·City officials announced a ban on single-use plastics in public parks
• ·Theater hosts special screening of classic film with live orchestra accompaniment
• ·Engineers successfully tested a new earthquake-resistant building material in a simulated disaster scenario
• ·Research indicates that spending time with friends improves overall well being
• ·Local farmers markets reported a surge in customers looking for organic produce
• ·Firefighters rescue family from house fire in early morning hours
• ·A study showed that eating more whole grains can reduce the risk of stroke by 18%
• ·A best-selling author announced a book tour with 25 stops across North America
• ·The national weather service issued a warning for heavy snow in northern areas
• ·Physicists make breakthrough in understanding quantum computing