Study finds that learning sign language improves empathy in children

A local café donated a portion of its profits to a local animal shelter every monthEngineers completed a new water treatment plant that provides clean drinking

The government announced a $390 million fund to support small businesses affected by recent market changesScientists at a coastal research lab discovered higher levels of microplastics in deep-sea sediment than previously recordedA major airline confirmed it will resume direct flights to four European cities by the end of the quarter

Local police reported a 16% drop in traffic violations after launching a public awareness campaignTech firm Amazon unveiled a new delivery drone designed to handle heavier packages

A heavy sandstorm swept through the desert region reducing visibility to less than 500 meters

The United Nations released a report urging countries to increase funding for global education programsA famous chef opened a new restaurant in the city center specializing in fusion cuisine from around the world

Local authorities announced a ban on single-use plastic bags in all retail stores starting next monthResearchers developed a new vaccine that is effective against multiple strains of a common virus

A major music festival was canceled due to safety concerns after a severe weather warning was issuedThe government announced a tax cut for middle-income families to boost consumer spending

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• ·Doctors urged people to get vaccinated against the seasonal flu
• ·City officials approved a $360 million project to upgrade public transportation including new subway stations and bus routes
• ·Police department launches campaign to raise awareness about bicycle safety
• ·A swimmer set a new national record in the 200-meter freestyle event at the national championships
• ·Scientists discovered a new plant species with potential medicinal properties
• ·A local hockey team won the national championship for the first time in 30 years
• ·A global organization launched a campaign to end child labor aiming to help 12 million children by 2030
• ·Swimming team breaks three national records at recent competition
• ·A hotel started offering eco-stays with energy-efficient rooms and complimentary bike rentals
• ·A national park reported an increase in the number of visitors during the summer
• ·Engineers completed a new water treatment plant that provides clean drinking
• ·A major airline added direct flights to two new Asian cities starting in the fall
• ·A tech company hired 50 new employees to expand its customer support team
• ·A car crash on a highway caused a 5-mile traffic jam during evening rush hour
• ·A local community center announced plans to host a free job fair for unemployed residents
• ·A city installed new crosswalks with flashing lights to improve pedestrian safety at busy intersections