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 tech firm announced it will open a new research lab focused on developing quantum computing
• ·A government agency updated its website to make information more accessible
• ·The city introduced a new parking app that lets users pay for parking with their phones
• ·The police department launched a campaign to educate residents about preventing home burglaries
• ·A tech company donated money to a charity that helps homeless children
• ·Scientists developed a new test that can detect early signs of a common type of cancer
• ·A study found that reading aloud to young children improves their language development
• ·Marine researchers documented a rare sighting of humpback whales in a coastal bay
• ·A new report showed that the number of people working from home has increased by 42% since the start of the decade
• ·Experts warned that rising temperatures could lead to more frequent heatwaves this summer
• ·Research indicates that practicing gratitude journaling improves mental health
• ·The city banned single-use plastic utensils in all restaurants and food service establishments
• ·An environmental organization reported that the number of endangered sea turtles has increased by 28% over the past decade
• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage people to get vaccinated against a seasonal virus
• ·Magazine publishes exclusive interview with Oscar winning actress about new film
• ·A team of engineers completed a project to upgrade the city’s wastewater treatment system