Researchers found that reading fiction can improve empathy in people

A severe thunderstorm hit the city causing damage to trees and power lines and delaying airport flightsResearchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within four months

A famous chef released a new cookbook featuring restaurant recipes which quickly sold out its first print runLocal residents voted in favor of a new tax to fund public school improvements including classrooms and technologyA tech giant announced it will launch a new streaming service competing with existing platforms by offering exclusive content

A study found that getting enough exercise improves memory and cognitive function in older adultsA major airline announced it will increase flights to popular vacation destinations during the summer months

A new report showed that the number of endangered species has decreased by 14% over the past five years thanks to conservation

Local firefighters responded to a chemical spill at a factory evacuating nearby residents as a precautionThe local museum hosted a lecture by a famous historian about ancient civilizations

A new study showed that air pollution from traffic affects lung health in cyclistsThe city council announced plans to build more pedestrian crosswalks in busy areas

A major airline added new in-flight Wi-Fi service to all its planesScientists developed a new lightweight metal that is used in aircraft construction

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• ·A charity raised funds to provide college scholarships for students studying healthcare
• ·The postal service announced it would hire 10000 temporary workers for the holiday season
• ·A taxi company added a lost and found feature to its app to help customers recover lost items
• ·A new study finds that regular exercise can improve mental health in adults
• ·A new study showed that drinking plenty of water can improve skin hydration and elasticity
• ·Health officials issued a public alert about a surge in seasonal flu cases urging elderly and young children to get vaccinated
• ·Softball team wins tournament and qualifies for national games
• ·A national park closed a popular trail temporarily to repair damage from heavy rains
• ·A fashion store donated 10% of its holiday sales to a local children’s hospital
• ·A hurricane warning was issued for eastern coastal areas as a storm approaches from the Atlantic
• ·A popular sandwich chain announced it will switch to 100% compostable packaging by next year
• ·Researchers developed a new vaccine for livestock
• ·Researchers found that social media use affects sleep patterns in young people
• ·A basketball player was named the most valuable player (MVP) of the season after averaging 30 points per game
• ·The government announced plans to build a new airport in a small town to boost local tourism
• ·The World Bank approved a $800 million loan to improve water supply systems in a poor country