A study found that volunteering 2 hours a week can improve overall happiness

A bookstore started a book club for parents and kids that focuses on children’s literatureResearchers developed a new vaccine that provides protection against three different viruses

The railway service announced it would offer free travel to students during school breaksA new TV show based on a popular video game became one of the most-watched series of the yearA study revealed that eating nuts as a snack helps maintain healthy cholesterol levels

A city installed more security cameras in parks to prevent vandalism and crimeAn airline announced it would add more legroom to its economy class seats starting next year

Scientists found that a certain type of algae can be used to produce clean biofuel

The government launched a campaign to encourage people to reduce their energy use at homeCamping store expands selection of eco friendly camping gear and supplies

Marine biologists launch project to restore damaged coral reefs in tropical oceansSchool newsletter highlights student achievements in academics and sports

Chemists create non toxic cleaning products safe for use around children and petsVolleyball tournament features teams from 25 colleges competing for championship

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• ·The city council voted to increase the minimum wage for workers
• ·Study reveals that family dinners reduce childhood obesity rates
• ·The transportation department announced expanded bus services to connect rural areas to urban centers
• ·A small business owner started a podcast about entrepreneurship, gaining 8,000 monthly listeners
• ·A museum displayed a rare collection of historical letters from a famous political leader
• ·A group of environmental activists organized a peaceful protest in the capital, calling for stricter laws to protect endangered species.
• ·Art museum hosts exhibit of ancient Egyptian artifacts on loan from global museums
• ·The United Nations held a conference to discuss ways to protect endangered marine species
• ·A popular burger chain announced it will open 35 new locations in western states next spring
• ·Swimming team breaks three national records at recent competition
• ·Researchers developed a new vaccine for livestock
• ·A new study revealed that children who read for 30 minutes a day have better language skills than those who don’t
• ·City officials approved a proposal to build more affordable housing units in downtown neighborhoods
• ·Research finds that drinking green tea improves focus and concentration
• ·Magazine features interview with famous actor about upcoming film
• ·Doctors successfully performed a rare organ transplant on a 5-year-old child giving them a new chance at life