A study found that reading fiction can enhance empathy and emotional intelligence

The school district announced it will replace all old textbooks with digital tablets for studentsA new study revealed that excessive social media use is linked to feelings of loneliness in teens

Local artists painted murals on the walls of an abandoned factory to brighten the neighborhoodThe government offered tax breaks to businesses that install solar panels on their buildingsA large bookstore opened a new location with a children’s play area and book club meetings

Researchers found that learning a musical instrument improves math skills in elementary studentsThe city started a composting program to turn food waste into fertilizer for public gardens

A famous singer announced a farewell tour after 30 years in the music industry

Doctors developed a non-opioid painkiller that is effective for chronic back painA city installed more streetlights in parks to make them safer for evening visitors

An airline announced it would add more movies TV shows and games to its in-flight entertainmentScientists found that a certain bacteria helps plants grow better in poor soil conditions

The government launched a campaign to teach people about the importance of recyclingA museum hosted a lecture by a famous historian about the history of the civil rights movement

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• ·A popular streaming service added a new category of documentaries about science and technology
• ·Doctors at a leading hospital successfully performed a rare organ transplant surgery on a child
• ·A local fire department responded to a house fire, saving two residents and preventing the fire from spreading to neighboring homes.
• ·A study showed that students who take breaks during study sessions retain more information
• ·A taxi company added electric vehicles to its fleet, cutting fuel costs by 40%
• ·Ice cream shop introduces new flavors made with local dairy products
• ·Researchers found that eating dark chocolate in moderation can have health benefits for the heart
• ·A grocery store started selling plant-based meat alternatives to meet the growing demand
• ·The national basketball team won the regional championship for the third year in a row
• ·The government passed a law to protect wild animals from illegal hunting and poaching
• ·A community organized a senior tea party that brought together 60 elderly residents for conversation
• ·A farm started selling honey from its own beehives
• ·A research team studied the impact of air pollution on children’s lung development
• ·A construction company used 3D printing technology to build a small affordable home in two weeks
• ·A local newspaper started a weekly column highlighting local environmental initiatives
• ·Candle store hosts workshop on candle making for beginners