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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• ·Scientists developed a new method to remove oil spills from coastal beaches more efficiently
• ·A popular streaming service added a new category of documentaries about science and technology
• ·A charity organized a beach cleanup
• ·A farm started selling honey sticks as a healthy snack for kids
• ·The national tennis tournament attracted top players from around the world
• ·A popular online retailer offered free shipping on all orders during its annual sale
• ·A small town organized a annual festival celebrating local heritage and crafts
• ·Local authorities launched a recycling program for electronic waste like old phones and laptops
• ·Golf tournament raises funds for after-school programs
• ·A sports equipment brand released a new line of eco-friendly gear made from recycled plastic
• ·A local artist painted a mural of local wildlife on the side of a community center
• ·Scientists found that a certain type of plant can be used to treat skin conditions naturally
• ·A pet rescue organization started a pet food bank for low-income pet owners
• ·A tech startup launched an app that connects people with local farmers for home delivery
• ·A hospital successfully performed a liver transplant on a 12-year-old patient using a donor organ from a family member
• ·A famous chef opened a new restaurant in the city center specializing in fusion cuisine from around the world