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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• ·Tennis star wins grand slam tournament for the third time in career
• ·The government announced a ban on the sale of single-use plastic straws and utensils starting next year
• ·Research finds that gardening increases physical activity in adults
• ·The school district added a financial literacy course to the curriculum
• ·A photographer released a book of photos showcasing the natural beauty of the region
• ·A fashion boutique started selling handmade jewelry from local artisans to support the community
• ·A team of scientists published a study on climate change and sea levels
• ·Local residents celebrated the opening of a new community center which includes a gym library and youth club
• ·A school district hired a new nutritionist to oversee school meal programs and educate students about healthy eating
• ·A musician went on a tour of small towns to support local music venues
• ·Scientists at a leading university have discovered a potential new treatment for a rare genetic disorder, with clinical trials set to begin next year.
• ·A severe earthquake hit a coastal town causing significant building damage and several injuries
• ·A global trade agreement was signed by 21 countries to reduce tariffs and boost economic cooperation
• ·Researchers found that playing the piano improves hand-eye coordination in children
• ·The national parliament passed a new law to protect consumers from false advertising imposing heavy fines on violators
• ·Study shows that audiobooks help struggling readers