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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• ·The national football team won a key match to qualify for the upcoming world cup
• ·The city council voted to give $1 million to fund public art projects like murals and sculptures
• ·A local bookstore hosted a workshop on creative writing
• ·A tech company released a new app that helps users manage their finances
• ·A charity organization distributed hot meals to homeless people during winter
• ·Scientists discovered that a common herb has properties that help with digestion
• ·The local theater held a charity performance to raise money for the poor
• ·A coffee chain announced it will offer free coffee to customers who bring their own reusable cups
• ·Electronics store offers trade in program for old phones and tablets
• ·The country’s export of tech products increased by 25 percent in the last quarter
• ·Animal shelter organizes adoption event to find homes for 50 pets
• ·Study reveals that reusable water bottles reduce plastic waste by 80%
• ·Geologists study effects of climate change on mountain glaciers
• ·A new museum exhibit about space exploration opened today
• ·A study found that remote work has increased employee satisfaction by 35% in tech firms
• ·The city introduced a bike-sharing scheme to promote green transport