A study found that reading fiction can enhance empathy and emotional intelligence

The school district announced it will replace all old textbooks with digital tablets for studentsA new study revealed that excessive social media use is linked to feelings of loneliness in teens

Local artists painted murals on the walls of an abandoned factory to brighten the neighborhoodThe government offered tax breaks to businesses that install solar panels on their buildingsA large bookstore opened a new location with a children’s play area and book club meetings

Researchers found that learning a musical instrument improves math skills in elementary studentsThe city started a composting program to turn food waste into fertilizer for public gardens

A famous singer announced a farewell tour after 30 years in the music industry

Doctors developed a non-opioid painkiller that is effective for chronic back painA city installed more streetlights in parks to make them safer for evening visitors

An airline announced it would add more movies TV shows and games to its in-flight entertainmentScientists found that a certain bacteria helps plants grow better in poor soil conditions

The government launched a campaign to teach people about the importance of recyclingA museum hosted a lecture by a famous historian about the history of the civil rights movement

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• ·A bakery won a national award for its innovative cake designs
• ·A professional basketball player signed a five-year contract worth $210 million with a hometown team
• ·An environmental organization reported that the number of endangered sea turtles has increased by 31% over the past decade
• ·Local schools installed new security systems including metal detectors and surveillance cameras
• ·Engineers developed a new type of solar panel that is more efficient than previous models
• ·A museum offered free admission on weekends for families
• ·A airline improved its customer service by adding more staff at check in counters
• ·A technology startup raised $20 million in funding to develop a new app that helps users manage their personal finances.
• ·A musician recorded a song for a movie soundtrack that was nominated for a regional award
• ·A popular fast-food chain announced it will remove artificial additives from all menu items
• ·The government passed a law that requires companies to clearly label all ingredients in products
• ·A museum launched a program for children to learn about art through hands-on workshops
• ·A severe flood hit a rural area destroying dozens of homes and forcing residents to seek temporary shelter
• ·A city banned smoking in outdoor dining areas of restaurants
• ·A medical study found that eating dark chocolate in moderation lowers the risk of heart disease
• ·Scientists developed a new test for early cancer detection