Researchers found that reading fiction can improve empathy in people

A severe thunderstorm hit the city causing damage to trees and power lines and delaying airport flightsResearchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within four months

A famous chef released a new cookbook featuring restaurant recipes which quickly sold out its first print runLocal residents voted in favor of a new tax to fund public school improvements including classrooms and technologyA tech giant announced it will launch a new streaming service competing with existing platforms by offering exclusive content

A study found that getting enough exercise improves memory and cognitive function in older adultsA major airline announced it will increase flights to popular vacation destinations during the summer months

A new report showed that the number of endangered species has decreased by 14% over the past five years thanks to conservation

Local firefighters responded to a chemical spill at a factory evacuating nearby residents as a precautionThe local museum hosted a lecture by a famous historian about ancient civilizations

A new study showed that air pollution from traffic affects lung health in cyclistsThe city council announced plans to build more pedestrian crosswalks in busy areas

A major airline added new in-flight Wi-Fi service to all its planesScientists developed a new lightweight metal that is used in aircraft construction

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• ·A major cosmetics brand said it will stop animal testing on all its products worldwide
• ·Marine researchers documented a rare sighting of humpback whales in a coastal bay
• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage people to vote in the upcoming election
• ·A major film festival announced its lineup including 25 international films making their debut
• ·A famous singer announced a farewell tour after 30 years in the music industry
• ·Local hospitals started offering free flu shots to senior citizens and low-income families
• ·The national volleyball team won the continental championship beating their opponent in three sets
• ·A local theater showed classic movies every Friday night during the summer
• ·The national weather service issued a warning for heavy snowfall in the northern regions
• ·Geologists predict increased seismic activity in volcanic region over next year
• ·A local bakery started delivering bread to local restaurants
• ·A heatwave in the southwest pushed temperatures to 106 degrees for six consecutive days
• ·The school district launched an anti-bullying campaign to create a safer school environment
• ·Tea shop creates new blends using herbs grown in local community gardens
• ·A historic lighthouse on the coast underwent a six-month restoration to fix structural damage
• ·A famous author won a national literary award for their latest novel about the Civil Rights Movement