A study found that reading aloud to young children improves their language development

A hospital started offering telehealth services for patients who cannot visit in personResearchers found that regular exercise can improve mood and reduce symptoms of anxiety

The public transit system offered free passes to students during the back-to-school seasonA clothing brand announced it will take back old clothes for recycling or reuseA car accident on a busy street caused minor traffic delays but no serious injuries

A study showed that online learning can provide more flexible education options for students with disabilitiesThe space agency announced plans to study the surface of Mars for signs of past life

Local businesses donated goods and services to a charity auction benefiting a children’s hospital

The United Nations released a report on the effects of climate change on coastal communitiesA heatwave in the southern states pushed temperatures to 108 degrees prompting heat advisories

Researchers created a biodegradable plastic bag that breaks down in soil within three monthsThe government passed a law to protect endangered sea otters from oil spills and habitat loss

A restaurant chain announced it would switch to 100% cage-free eggs by the end of the yearVolunteers planted over 3000 trees in a urban park as part of a citywide reforestation effort

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• ·A new study showed that excessive use of smartphones can cause eye strain and headaches
• ·A severe hurricane made landfall on the southeastern coast bringing strong winds and heavy rain
• ·A local bakery started delivering fresh bread to local restaurants and cafes every morning
• ·A bookstore offered a monthly book subscription service with curated selections
• ·A restaurant started offering chef’s table experiences where customers dine in the kitchen
• ·A new study indicated that reading aloud to young children helps develop their listening skills
• ·A local animal shelter organized an adoption event, finding homes for over 50 dogs and cats.
• ·A team of researchers developed a new vaccine that is effective against multiple strains of a common virus.
• ·Weather experts warned of severe thunderstorms expected to hit the eastern region
• ·A survey found that 60% of people prefer working from home at least two days a week
• ·Local farmers reported a 28% increase in corn yields thanks to new drought-resistant seeds
• ·The government passed a law that requires companies to clearly label all ingredients in products
• ·Study shows that audiobooks help people with dyslexia improve reading skills
• ·Researchers discovered a new species of frog in the Amazon rainforest
• ·Firefighters use drones to monitor wildfire spread in forest area
• ·A museum displayed a collection of vintage cameras dating back to the 1800s