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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• ·A famous athlete broke the world record in the 100-meter sprint with a time of 9.58 seconds
• ·The university offered online courses to students from other countries
• ·A sports team signed a new sponsorship deal with a national beverage company
• ·A city added more public benches in parks and downtown areas for pedestrians
• ·A popular singer released a new album that topped music charts in 15 countries
• ·The stock market increased by 3 percent after a major tech merger was announced
• ·Research finds that playing guitar improves fine motor skills in children
• ·A airline added a new direct flight route between two mid sized cities
• ·A university’s soccer team won the national championship
• ·Researchers found a potential link between daily walking and reduced risk of type 2 diabetes
• ·A study found that remote work has reduced traffic congestion in major cities by 28%
• ·The national basketball team lost their semi-final match in the international tournament ending their bid for the championship
• ·Local businesses offered discounts to customers who bring their own shopping bags
• ·Researchers found that using cloth bags instead of plastic bags reduces plastic waste by 80%
• ·The government announced a ban on the sale of single-use plastic straws and utensils starting next year
• ·Weather conditions improved allowing for the resumption of outdoor sports events