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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• ·A study found that listening to upbeat music improves mood and energy levels
• ·Researchers found that using natural cleaning products reduces allergies
• ·Bakery debuts new line of sourdough breads made with heirloom wheat
• ·A survey found that 60% of businesses plan to increase their tech spending next year to improve efficiency
• ·A famous athlete announced they will donate a portion of their salary to support youth sports programs
• ·A city council discussed plans to make public transit more accessible for people with disabilities
• ·An airline announced it would add more movies TV shows and games to its in-flight entertainment
• ·A new study showed that students who get enough sleep have better academic performance
• ·A construction company finished building a new apartment complex with affordable housing units
• ·A referendum on constitutional amendments will take place in June allowing citizens to vote on political reform
• ·Power company offers rebates to customers who install solar panels
• ·A multinational company said it will relocate its headquarters to a smaller city to cut costs and support local economies
• ·A clothing brand collaborated with a popular social media influencer to design a limited edition line
• ·The city council approved the construction of a new public library in the western district
• ·Astronomers captured new images of a distant galaxy showing signs of star formation
• ·Scientists discovered a new method to purify water that is cheaper and more effective than current methods