The postal service announced it would hire 12000 temporary workers for the holiday season

A severe drought in the western region has led to water restrictions with residents asked to limit water usageA new report showed that the number of people working from home has increased by 42% since the start of the decade

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 adultsLocal authorities announced plans to build a new hospital in a rural area addressing the shortage of medical facilities

Scientists 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 technologies

A global summit on public health concluded with a plan to improve access to vaccines in developing countriesScientists developed a way to grow vegetables in deserts using limited water resources

The school district installed high-speed internet in all schools to support online learningResearchers found that reading fiction books helps people understand others’ emotions better

The government launched a campaign to encourage people to eat more fruits and vegetablesA popular fashion brand announced it will take back old clothes to recycle into new items

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• ·An automaker released an electric truck with a range of 500 miles and a towing capacity of 12000 pounds
• ·The government passed a law to raise the minimum age for buying tobacco products to 21
• ·Study finds that listening to classical music while studying increases test scores
• ·Research finds that family dinners improve academic performance in teens
• ·Train company adds weekend service to popular tourist destinations
• ·The national opera company performed a new production to critical acclaim
• ·A photographer published a book of photos documenting the history of a local neighborhood over the past 50 years
• ·A national park started a program to remove invasive plant species from its grounds
• ·A new study indicated that listening to music while exercising improves performance
• ·A tech company released a new device that helps monitor health metrics like heart rate
• ·A hospital started a support group for families of patients with terminal illnesses
• ·Scientists test new drug that may slow progression of Parkinson’s disease
• ·A renowned artist’s latest exhibition opened to critical acclaim attracting over 12500 visitors on its first weekend
• ·A popular streaming service added a new category of documentaries about science and technology
• ·A city launched a recycling program for plastic film and bags, which were previously not accepted
• ·A software company launched a new app that helps users track their fitness goals