Researchers found that reading fiction can improve empathy in people

A severe thunderstorm hit the city causing damage to trees and power lines and delaying airport flightsResearchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within four months

A famous chef released a new cookbook featuring restaurant recipes which quickly sold out its first print runLocal residents voted in favor of a new tax to fund public school improvements including classrooms and technologyA tech giant announced it will launch a new streaming service competing with existing platforms by offering exclusive content

A study found that getting enough exercise improves memory and cognitive function in older adultsA major airline announced it will increase flights to popular vacation destinations during the summer months

A new report showed that the number of endangered species has decreased by 14% over the past five years thanks to conservation

Local firefighters responded to a chemical spill at a factory evacuating nearby residents as a precautionThe local museum hosted a lecture by a famous historian about ancient civilizations

A new study showed that air pollution from traffic affects lung health in cyclistsThe city council announced plans to build more pedestrian crosswalks in busy areas

A major airline added new in-flight Wi-Fi service to all its planesScientists developed a new lightweight metal that is used in aircraft construction

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• ·Archaeologists discovered an ancient burial site with artifacts from a pre-Columbian civilization
• ·A local farm began selling homemade jams and jellies at the farmers market using excess fruit
• ·Researchers found that learning a second language at an early age improves brain development
• ·A new report showed that renewable energy jobs have increased by 30% over the past two years
• ·Research shows that stretching before exercise prevents injuries
• ·A bookstore started a book club for young adults
• ·A major airline announced it will partner with a renewable energy company to power its flights with biofuel
• ·The national weather service warned of flash floods for areas prone to heavy rainfall
• ·Local businesses participated in a “shop local” campaign to boost the regional economy
• ·A tech company unveiled a virtual reality headset for use in schools and museums
• ·A sports league introduced a new rule to limit the number of substitutions during games
• ·A major airline announced it will offer free Wi-Fi on all its flights starting next year
• ·Astronomers discovered a new moon orbiting a gas giant in the outer solar system
• ·A tech company released a new smart home device that controls lighting and temperature
• ·A musician released a cover song that was played on 20 regional radio stations
• ·The mayor announced a plan to build 8000 affordable housing units over the next four years