Weather forecasters predicted heavy rain for the weekend

A major car manufacturer recalled 550000 vehicles due to a potential defect in the braking systemA study found that reading fiction improves empathy and emotional intelligence in both children and adults

Local authorities announced plans to build a new hospital in a rural area addressing the shortage of medical facilitiesScientists discovered a new planet outside our solar system that may be capable of supporting lifeA popular TV show aired its series finale last night attracting millions of viewers and sparking online discussion

A tech company announced it will invest $600 million in research and development to create new AI technologiesA global summit on public health concluded with a plan to improve access to vaccines in developing countries

A local business owner won an award for entrepreneurship recognized for their innovative sustainable business approach

A major music festival announced it will introduce a cashless payment system to reduce wait times at food stallsScientists developed a lightweight material that is stronger than steel for use in cars

The school district added a financial literacy class to teach students about budgeting and savingResearchers found that eating a small amount of dark chocolate daily improves blood flow

The government passed a law to limit noise from construction sites to nighttime hoursA popular social media app let users choose who can see their posts with new privacy settings

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• ·A new art exhibition featured works by emerging artists from around the world
• ·The national parliament approved a new infrastructure plan including funding for roads bridges and airports
• ·Scientists discovered that a certain type of mushroom can be used to clean up oil spills
• ·Chemists develop new material that is both strong and biodegradable
• ·A scientist discovered a new way to convert plastic waste into fuel
• ·Newspaper profiles local entrepreneur who started business from garage
• ·A major airline announced plans to reduce carbon emissions by 50 percent by 2030
• ·A tech startup developed an app that helps users find and book local home repair services
• ·A tech company released a new laptop with improved performance
• ·A high-level diplomatic delegation arrived in the capital to discuss trade disputes and climate action collaboration
• ·Scientists discovered that spending too much time sitting increases the risk of heart disease
• ·The city council decided to add more bus routes to improve public transportation
• ·A bakery started making sourdough bread that ferments for 48 hours
• ·A city banned plastic bags in retail stores to reduce waste
• ·A bookstore hosted a meet-and-greet with a best-selling author drawing a crowd of 600
• ·Doctors reported an increase in patients seeking mental health support