A tech startup raised $150 million to develop artificial intelligence tools for the healthcare industry

A musician performed at a benefit concert that raised $18,000 for disaster reliefA construction company finished building a new bridge that cuts travel time between two towns by 15 minutes

A study found that reading fiction can improve empathy and social understandingA small business owner expanded their online store to ship products to 12 countriesA city launched a recycling rewards program, giving residents discounts for proper sorting

A scientist published a research paper about a new treatment for Alzheimer’s diseaseA pet store started offering "puppy training classes" for new dog owners

A restaurant started offering "chef’s table" experiences, where diners watch meals being prepared

A school district updated its curriculum to include lessons on climate change and sustainabilityA study published in a science journal found that exposure to natural sunlight improves cognitive function in children

Local firefighters rescued three people from a burning building early this morning with no serious injuries reportedA tech company announced it will lay off 1200 employees as part of a restructuring plan to focus on core products

The national postal service said it will increase delivery speeds with most packages now arriving within 2 daysScientists discovered a new species of marine life in the deep ocean using a remotely operated underwater vehicle

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• ·Theater group performs children’s play at community centers for free
• ·A new photography exhibition displayed images of wildlife from around the world
• ·A university’s debate team won a national championship
• ·Toy store hosts character meet and greet event for kids during weekend
• ·A fire at a chemical plant in the industrial district forced the evacuation of nearby neighborhoods; no toxic leaks were reported.
• ·Pet hospital offers wellness plans for pets at affordable prices
• ·A pet store started offering pet wellness checks with a licensed vet to help owners monitor their pets’ health
• ·Volunteers planted over 5000 trees in a national park as part of a reforestation project
• ·A city installed more streetlights in residential areas to improve safety at night
• ·A bookstore hosted a workshop on creative writing
• ·A severe thunderstorm with hail damaged hundreds of cars and rooftops in a suburban area
• ·Dance studio hosts summer camp for kids interested in hip hop and ballet
• ·Parliament debated a bill to expand voting rights to citizens living abroad for national elections
• ·A fire department purchased new equipment to improve its ability to respond to emergencies
• ·A famous singer released a charity single to raise money for disaster relief efforts
• ·Study reveals that eating nuts reduces risk of heart disease