Scientists discovered a new planet in the habitable zone of a nearby star

Major department stores announced they will offer early holiday discounts starting next monthDoctors at a children’s hospital developed a new treatment for childhood asthma with fewer side effects

The country’s GDP grew by 2.8% in the second quarter exceeding economists’ predictionsEnvironmental groups organized a clean-up event along a major river collecting 4 tons of wasteA best-selling author announced their next book will focus on climate change activism

Local schools added coding classes to their middle school curriculum starting this semesterA large utility company invested $2.5 billion in wind farm projects in the northern states

A tropical storm formed in the Atlantic prompting coastal evacuation warnings

The World Health Organization updated its guidelines for preventing the spread of respiratory illnessesStudy finds that learning a second language enhances cognitive function in seniors

Candle company releases new scents inspired by mountain forests and ocean breezesParamedics receive new life saving equipment to improve emergency response

Video game studio announces release date for highly anticipated action gameResearch shows that laughter therapy reduces chronic pain in elderly patients

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• ·The city’s public library added more online resources for students learning from home
• ·A study found that volunteering can improve overall happiness and life satisfaction
• ·A construction company began work on a new hospital wing dedicated to mental health services
• ·A museum hosted a special event to celebrate the birthday of a famous artist
• ·Track and field athletes set personal bests at regional invitational meet
• ·A cultural center hosted a series of concerts featuring traditional music from different regions
• ·Doctors urged people to get regular eye exams to detect vision problems early
• ·The WHO launched a campaign to eliminate malaria in five remaining countries
• ·A wildfire in the forest area was contained by firefighters after several days
• ·A popular singer announced a world tour starting in June
• ·A tech company laid off hundreds of employees due to restructuring
• ·A airline added new routes to popular vacation destinations
• ·A renowned author signed copies of their latest book at a downtown bookstore
• ·A new report showed that the number of endangered species has decreased by 10% over the past five years, thanks to conservation efforts.
• ·Researchers found that eating a handful of nuts daily reduces the risk of heart attacks
• ·A famous chef opened a new restaurant specializing in local cuisine