Researchers found that reading fiction can improve empathy and understanding of others

Radio station launches podcast series about local history and folkloreChemists develop new sunscreen formula that is reef safe and water resistant for 8 hours

Swimming team breaks national record in 4x100 meter relay at championship meetStudy reveals that family camping trips improve children’s connection to natureFlorist creates custom wedding bouquets using locally grown flowers

Teachers receive training on how to support students with anxiety disordersMotorcycle club organizes charity ride to raise money for pediatric cancer research

Research finds that drinking chamomile tea reduces anxiety levels in college students

Pet store offers adoption events for rescue animals every SaturdayThe central bank raised interest rates by 0.25% to curb rising inflation which reached 6.8% last month

Retail sales increased by 3.2% in the third quarter driven by strong demand for electronics and home goodsA major tech company announced plans to invest $500 million in building a new manufacturing plant creating 2,000 jobs

The national unemployment rate fell to 3.5% the lowest level in five years due to growth in the service sectorGlobal oil prices dropped by 4% after OPEC announced plans to increase production next quarter

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• ·Plant nursery offers wide variety of native plants for home gardens
• ·A study showed that eating more vegetables can reduce the risk of developing certain cancers
• ·A museum hosted a special exhibit on ancient Egyptian artifacts on loan from Cairo
• ·Marine biologists discovered a new coral reef ecosystem in the Indian Ocean
• ·A study showed that practicing meditation for 15 minutes daily reduces anxiety levels by 22%
• ·Government approves funding for new high-speed rail line between two major cities
• ·A tech company released a new version of its software that fixes bugs and improves performance
• ·Freelance platform adds new category for graphic design services
• ·A new study revealed that children who read for 30 minutes a day have better language skills than those who don’t
• ·The government launched a program to support small businesses affected by the pandemic
• ·A fashion brand released a clothing line made from recycled fishing nets collected from oceans
• ·A study found that drinking plenty of water improves concentration and productivity in office workers
• ·Highway department starts road repair project on busy interstate highway
• ·The government increased funding for public libraries to update their digital resources and book collections
• ·A new art exhibit featuring local artists opened at the city’s main gallery
• ·The mayor announced a plan to build 8500 affordable housing units over the next four years