A study found that reading fiction can improve empathy and social understanding

A new study revealed that children who read for 30 minutes a day have better language skills than those who don’tA local animal shelter rescued over 130 abandoned pets during a winter storm appealing for foster homes

A tech company said it will release a new smartphone with a foldable screen set to hit stores next quarterA global summit on gender equality concluded with a pledge to close the gender pay gap by 2035A major airline announced it will offer free Wi-Fi on all its flights starting next year

A study found that regular meditation can lower blood pressure by an average of 5.5 mmHg in adults with hypertensionLocal residents celebrated the opening of a new community center which includes a gym library and youth club

Archaeologists uncovered a collection of ancient artifacts at a dig site including pottery and jewelry

A severe heatwave swept across the southern region prompting health officials to open cooling centers for vulnerable residentsA airline reduced its carbon emissions by using more fuel efficient planes

A charity started a program to provide free meals to elderly peopleA university organized a conference on global health issues

A local bookstore started a program to donate books to prisonsA city council voted to increase the minimum wage for city employees

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• ·The government invested $500 million in wind energy projects across the western states
• ·A hospital started a support group for patients recovering from stroke
• ·A tech company announced it will lay off 1500 employees as part of a restructuring plan to focus on core products
• ·The stock market experienced a slight decline due to concerns about inflation
• ·A city hosted a cultural festival that featured music dance and food from 25 different countries
• ·A major fashion show was held in the city showcasing top designers’ latest work
• ·Researchers studied how exercise affects brain health
• ·A farm started selling fresh herbs and spices at a local farmers market
• ·The government offered tax breaks to businesses that install solar panels on their buildings
• ·A fire department helped local businesses create fire evacuation plans
• ·A city council approved plans to convert an old factory into a community art center
• ·A new study revealed that air pollution from cars affects children’s lung development by age 5
• ·A study found regular yoga improves flexibility and reduces office workers’ back pain
• ·Middle school organizes field trip to science museum for students
• ·A study showed that students who study in groups retain information better than those who study alone
• ·Fashion show features designs by students from local fashion school