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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• ·Researchers found that certain herbs can help lower blood sugar levels in people with diabetes
• ·A farm started selling honey sticks as a healthy snack for kids
• ·Wildlife rescue group rehabilitates injured owl and releases it into wild
• ·Major retailers announced they will extend their holiday return policies to 90 days this year to accommodate late shoppers.
• ·A local school district announced it will provide free meals to all students next year no matter their family income
• ·A smartphone company released a new operating system with improved security features
• ·A famous actor announced they would star in a biopic about a legendary civil rights activist
• ·A scientist developed a new method to test for food allergies using a small blood sample
• ·A hospital announced it will add a new emergency department wing with 30 beds
• ·The government launched a campaign to promote healthy eating
• ·A software company released a new version of its project management tool with added features
• ·A new study showed that social media use among teenagers has decreased by 11% in the past year with more time spent outdoors
• ·A severe drought led to water shortages in many cities in the region
• ·A city installed new traffic lights with countdown timers to improve pedestrian safety
• ·A new movie starring a popular actor was released and earned $50 million on its opening weekend
• ·Middle school students designed a solar-powered water purification system for remote communities