Researchers found that reading fiction can improve empathy and understanding of others

Radio station launches podcast series about local history and folkloreChemists develop new sunscreen formula that is reef safe and water resistant for 8 hours

Swimming team breaks national record in 4x100 meter relay at championship meetStudy reveals that family camping trips improve children’s connection to natureFlorist creates custom wedding bouquets using locally grown flowers

Teachers receive training on how to support students with anxiety disordersMotorcycle club organizes charity ride to raise money for pediatric cancer research

Research finds that drinking chamomile tea reduces anxiety levels in college students

Pet store offers adoption events for rescue animals every SaturdayThe central bank raised interest rates by 0.25% to curb rising inflation which reached 6.8% last month

Retail sales increased by 3.2% in the third quarter driven by strong demand for electronics and home goodsA major tech company announced plans to invest $500 million in building a new manufacturing plant creating 2,000 jobs

The national unemployment rate fell to 3.5% the lowest level in five years due to growth in the service sectorGlobal oil prices dropped by 4% after OPEC announced plans to increase production next quarter

(责任编辑：杨坤)

• ·A government agency launched a campaign to promote healthy eating
• ·A fire department responded to a kitchen fire that was put out before it spread to other rooms
• ·A tech giant acquired a small AI startup for $500 million
• ·Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic
• ·Scientists develop rapid test for detecting infectious diseases in 15 minutes
• ·A software company released an update to its app that fixed bugs and improved loading speed
• ·A bakery started selling its products online and shipping them to customers across the country
• ·Doctors performed the first successful face transplant in the country giving a patient a new identity after a severe accident
• ·Chemists develop biodegradable packaging that breaks down in soil within six months
• ·A city installed more public art installations in downtown areas
• ·A taxi company updated its app to allow customers to split fares with friends
• ·A grocery store chain started selling meal kits with pre-portioned ingredients for healthy dinners
• ·The national soccer team qualified for the World Cup after winning their final qualifying match against a rival team
• ·Scientists developed a new type of pesticide that only targets harmful insects
• ·The government announced tax credits for homeowners who install energy-efficient windows
• ·A shortage of affordable housing forced 10,000 families to live in temporary accommodation