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

A hospital started offering telehealth services for patients who cannot visit in personResearchers found that regular exercise can improve mood and reduce symptoms of anxiety

The public transit system offered free passes to students during the back-to-school seasonA clothing brand announced it will take back old clothes for recycling or reuseA car accident on a busy street caused minor traffic delays but no serious injuries

A study showed that online learning can provide more flexible education options for students with disabilitiesThe space agency announced plans to study the surface of Mars for signs of past life

Local businesses donated goods and services to a charity auction benefiting a children’s hospital

The United Nations released a report on the effects of climate change on coastal communitiesA heatwave in the southern states pushed temperatures to 108 degrees prompting heat advisories

Researchers created a biodegradable plastic bag that breaks down in soil within three monthsThe government passed a law to protect endangered sea otters from oil spills and habitat loss

A restaurant chain announced it would switch to 100% cage-free eggs by the end of the yearVolunteers planted over 3000 trees in a urban park as part of a citywide reforestation effort

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• ·Researchers found that eating fish regularly can improve brain function in adults
• ·A new science museum opened with interactive exhibits on marine biology
• ·Major electronics retailers announced they will extend their holiday return policy to 60 days
• ·A sports league held an all star game in a small city for the first time
• ·A company announced plans to make all its packaging 100% recyclable by 2025
• ·Police arrested five suspects in connection with a series of bank robberies in the region
• ·A local bookstore hosted a workshop on creative writing
• ·A tech company announced it will move its headquarters to a smaller city to reduce costs
• ·The government announced plans to upgrade broadband internet access in rural areas
• ·A construction company finished building a new elementary school with 20 classrooms
• ·The government announced plans to improve access to healthcare in rural areas
• ·A famous actor starred in a new movie that premiered at an international festival
• ·Archaeologists find ancient coins that date back to Roman Empire
• ·The government passed a law to reduce noise pollution in urban areas
• ·Hot weather in the northeast led to an increase in sales of air conditioners and fans
• ·The government passed a law to protect consumers from hidden fees on airline tickets and hotel stays