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

A local animal shelter rescued over 150 abandoned pets during a winter storm appealing for foster homesA tech company said it will release a new smartphone with a foldable screen set to hit stores next quarter

A global summit on gender equality ended with a pledge to close the gender pay gap by 2030A major airline announced it will offer free Wi-Fi on all its flights starting next yearA study found that regular meditation can lower blood pressure by an average of 6 mmHg in adults with hypertension

Local residents celebrated the opening of a new community center which includes a gym library and youth clubArchaeologists uncovered a collection of ancient artifacts at a dig site including pottery and jewelry

A severe heatwave swept across the southern region prompting health officials to open cooling centers for vulnerable residents

A new mobile game was released quickly becoming the most downloaded app in over 60 countriesA hospital opened a new pediatric emergency room with child friendly decor

A school district purchased new science lab equipment for middle and high schoolsA tech company launched a new virtual reality game set in a fantasy world

A national park closed some backcountry trails during bear mating season for safetyA bakery received a certificate of excellence for its sustainable business practices

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• ·The government passed a law to increase the minimum wage by $1.50 next year
• ·Survey reveals most travelers prefer staying in boutique hotels over chain hotels
• ·A charity organization provided free medical check - ups to elderly residents
• ·The national parliament passed a new law to protect endangered species imposing stricter penalties on illegal hunting
• ·A research team developed a new vaccine for a common animal disease
• ·The national opera company went on a tour to other cities in the country
• ·Study reveals that family meals reduce childhood obesity rates
• ·Researchers found that air pollution can increase the risk of asthma in children
• ·Lifestyle magazine includes tips for saving money on utility bills
• ·The space agency successfully deployed a new satellite to study climate change
• ·A new report showed that renewable energy jobs have increased by 29% over the past two years
• ·A major music festival announced a cashless payment system to reduce food and drink wait times
• ·A farm started a petting zoo with goats, sheep, and chickens, welcoming school groups and families
• ·The government launched a campaign to teach people about the importance of recycling
• ·Scientists at a coastal research lab discovered higher levels of microplastics in deep-sea sediment than previously recorded
• ·A medical study found that drinking plenty of water improves skin hydration and elasticity