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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• ·Camera store offers beginner photography workshops on weekends
• ·Doctors developed a new cream that reduces pain and swelling from arthritis
• ·Volunteers cleaned up over 2000 pounds of trash from a popular beach over a weekend cleanup event
• ·The central bank announced it would raise interest rates by 0.25% to combat rising inflation
• ·A new photography exhibition displayed images of wildlife from around the world
• ·A city council approved funding to repair and repave potholed roads in residential areas
• ·A university research team developed a new battery that charges in 15 minutes and lasts longer
• ·Local authorities announced a ban on single-use plastic bags in all retail stores starting next month
• ·A community organized a charity walk that raised $20000 for a local children’s hospital
• ·Researchers found that listening to music helps reduce anxiety
• ·A coffee shop started offering bring your own mug discounts to reduce disposable waste
• ·A global public health summit concluded with a plan to improve vaccine access in developing countries
• ·A study showed that drinking black tea can help lower cholesterol levels in adults
• ·A school district purchased new science lab equipment for middle and high schools
• ·A city started a composting program for residents that turns food waste into garden fertilizer
• ·Doctors performed the first successful face transplant in the country giving a patient a new identity after an accident