A study found that reading aloud to young children improves their language development

A hospital started offering telehealth services for patients who cannot visit in personResearchers found that regular exercise can improve mood and reduce symptoms of anxiety

The public transit system offered free passes to students during the back-to-school seasonA clothing brand announced it will take back old clothes for recycling or reuseA car accident on a busy street caused minor traffic delays but no serious injuries

A study showed that online learning can provide more flexible education options for students with disabilitiesThe space agency announced plans to study the surface of Mars for signs of past life

Local businesses donated goods and services to a charity auction benefiting a children’s hospital

The United Nations released a report on the effects of climate change on coastal communitiesA heatwave in the southern states pushed temperatures to 108 degrees prompting heat advisories

Researchers created a biodegradable plastic bag that breaks down in soil within three monthsThe government passed a law to protect endangered sea otters from oil spills and habitat loss

A restaurant chain announced it would switch to 100% cage-free eggs by the end of the yearVolunteers planted over 3000 trees in a urban park as part of a citywide reforestation effort

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• ·The city council approved a $110 million project to repair aging sewage systems
• ·The government announced a ban on the sale of single-use plastic straws and utensils starting next year
• ·An airline announced it would offer free checked bags for passengers traveling with children
• ·A severe thunderstorm with strong winds knocked down power lines affecting 8000 households
• ·The country’s export of electronic goods increased by 20 percent in the last quarter
• ·A new study showed that reading printed books improves comprehension better than digital devices
• ·Public library starts new program to teach seniors how to use smartphones
• ·A severe drought in the western states has led to water restrictions for residents and farmers, with no relief expected until winter.
• ·A university research team found that listening to classical music can improve memory retention in students
• ·A famous singer announced a world tour with concerts scheduled in 38 countries over the next year
• ·A tech startup launched an app that tracks personal spending and creates budgets
• ·A music award ceremony honored the top artists of the year
• ·A research study revealed that listening to music while studying improves retention for some students
• ·The city introduced a bike-sharing program with more stations
• ·The government passed a law to protect consumers from unfair lending practices by banks
• ·The government announced plans to build more affordable housing units