Highway department begins road improvement project on major route

Researchers found that drinking warm herbal tea before bed can improve sleep quality by 35%The prime minister held a meeting with labor leaders to discuss workers’ rights reforms

A gas leak at an industrial plant forced 300 residents to evacuate temporarilyA new video game streaming service launched with a library of over 600 classic titlesPolice seized $75000 worth of counterfeit electronics in a raid on a downtown market

The national weather service warned of flash floods for areas with poor drainage systemsMiddle school students designed a solar-powered water purification system for remote communities

A bank announced it will forgive up to $15000 in student loans for graduates in healthcare fields

Medical researchers found that regular yoga practice can reduce muscle soreness by 28% in athletesA retail store announced it would donate a portion of holiday sales to a children’s charity

A heavy rainstorm caused a landslide that blocked a major highway for several hoursA study found that reading aloud to young children improves their language development

The government announced plans to upgrade public restrooms in parks and transportation hubsA museum acquired a painting by a famous impressionist artist for its permanent collection

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• ·A new study showed that drinking water regularly can improve skin health
• ·Environmental activists protested against a new oil pipeline project in the northern wilderness
• ·Study shows that gardening increases physical activity in older adults
• ·Research shows that spending time in nature lowers blood pressure
• ·A popular coffee chain launched a new seasonal drink made with pumpkin and cinnamon
• ·A credit union announced it will offer student loans with no application fees or prepayment penalties
• ·Physicists study black holes to understand the universe
• ·The government invested millions of dollars in improving public healthcare facilities
• ·Volleyball tournament features teams from 25 colleges competing for championship
• ·A new study showed that drinking 8 glasses of water a day improves skin hydration and elasticity
• ·The country’s export of technology goods increased by 22 percent this quarter
• ·Engineers designed a new bridge that can withstand severe weather conditions
• ·The public transit system offered discounted fares for commuters who travel outside rush hour
• ·The government provided financial aid to small businesses damaged by recent floods
• ·Local newspaper publishes special section on 100 year history of the city
• ·A national park closed a popular campground due to a wildfire in the surrounding area