A heatwave in the southwest caused temperatures to reach 105 degrees for seven straight days

The Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying labor market inequalityA fast-food chain announced it will reduce the amount of sugar in its children’s meals

Researchers found that gardening can improve mental health and reduce symptoms of depressionThe mayor announced a plan to add more benches and public restrooms in city parksA hotel chain started offering discounts to travelers who choose to stay during off-peak seasons

A study revealed that owning a pet can help reduce feelings of social isolation in seniorsThe government announced grants for companies developing new renewable energy technologies

A wildfire in a national park was fully contained after firefighters worked for 10 days

A social media platform added new tools to help users manage their screen timeA charity raised funds to provide scholarships for low-income students

Scientists discovered that a common herb has anti-inflammatory propertiesThe national rugby team won a close match against their biggest rivals

A local artist created portraits of community leaders to display in city hallThe government announced plans to build a new airport in a growing city

(责任编辑：盐城市)

• ·A grocery store started selling pre-cut fruit cups for on-the-go snacks
• ·Scientists identified a new gene that plays a role in preventing certain types of cancer
• ·A photographer hosted an exhibition of landscape photos taken in national parks across the country
• ·A hotel started offering work from hotel packages with dedicated desks and high-speed internet
• ·A local newspaper won a state journalism award for its investigative report on government waste
• ·A library added a collection of graphic novels and comics to attract younger readers
• ·A major airline offered free upgrades to business class for passengers celebrating birthdays
• ·A bakery started making custom cakes for weddings and birthdays
• ·Gardening center offers free seed packets to promote community gardens
• ·A new study showed that writing by hand improves memory retention better than typing
• ·An airline announced it will offer free checked bags for passengers traveling with children
• ·Scientists identified a new gene that affects how people respond to certain medications
• ·A major retail chain revealed it will open 20 new stores in small towns across the country
• ·The country’s export of technology products increased by 18 percent this quarter
• ·A library started offering book delivery services to homebound seniors and people with disabilities
• ·The police department launched a new program to combat cyberbullying among teenagers