A tech company announced it will lay off 1300 employees as part of a restructuring plan to focus on core products

Doctors developed a new inhaler that works faster for children with asthmaThe local theater put on a special performance to raise money for a children’s hospital

A new study showed that drinking 8 glasses of water a day improves skin hydration and elasticityThe national weather service warned of a possible tornado in the central states this weekendScientists discovered a new type of bee that pollinates crops more efficiently than others

The city started a “no littering” campaign with fines for people who throw trash on streetsA major clothing brand announced it will offer sizes from XS to 6XL to be more inclusive

Researchers found that playing the piano improves hand-eye coordination in children

The government announced plans to build 10,000 new affordable housing units next yearThe government announced plans to upgrade public restrooms in parks and transportation hubs

A museum acquired a painting by a famous impressionist artist for its permanent collectionA local farm started selling fresh eggs and honey at a weekly farmers market

Engineers built a new dam to provide flood control and hydroelectric power to a regionThe postal service announced it would extend holiday shipping deadlines for online orders

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• ·A study found that teachers who receive additional training are more effective at helping students learn and achieve their goals.
• ·Ambulance service trains local residents in CPR and first aid
• ·A grocery store started selling pre-made meal kits with step-by-step recipes
• ·A government agency launched a campaign to encourage people to recycle electronic waste
• ·Research indicates that getting seven to eight hours of sleep improves athletic performance
• ·A study found that spending time with friends reduces the risk of depression in young adults
• ·A pet rescue organization held a puppy adoption fair that found homes for 45 puppies in one day
• ·A study found that getting enough vitamin D can reduce the risk of respiratory infections by 30%.
• ·Farmers are experimenting with new crop varieties to withstand drought
• ·A government program provided homeowners with rebates up to $2,000 for installing solar panels
• ·A museum offered free admission to students on weekends
• ·A study published in a top medical journal found that daily exercise can improve mental health by reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression.
• ·A bakery donated 500 pastries to a local homeless shelter during the holiday season
• ·Clothing brand releases limited edition line made from recycled fishing nets
• ·Local police increased security at shopping malls during the holiday shopping season
• ·A local community started a community garden to provide fresh produce to low-income families