A new study revealed that children who read for 30 minutes a day have better language skills than those who don’t.

A tech company released a new tablet with a detachable keyboard for work and entertainmentA river in the midwest overflowed its banks causing damage to homes and farmland

A study found that listening to upbeat music improves mood and energy levelsThe government passed a law to ban the sale of flavored e-cigarettes to minorsA museum offered free guided tours for school groups to teach kids about history

A local café started serving cold-brew coffee made with beans from a local roasterResearchers developed a new type of solar panel that can be integrated into building materials

The railway service announced it would offer discounted fares for passengers who book in advance

A new TV drama became a social media sensation with millions of viewers tweeting about itTrack and field athletes set personal bests at regional invitational meet

Study reveals that family dinners reduce childhood obesity ratesFlorist partners with local flower farms to provide fresh seasonal arrangements

Fire department installs free smoke detectors in homes of elderly residentsBook publisher announces new children’s book series about environmental conservation

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• ·A wildlife sanctuary opened a new exhibit featuring native animals
• ·A study revealed that pet ownership can reduce feelings of loneliness in seniors
• ·The government announced plans to build a new port to increase trade with Asian countries
• ·A historic theater was renovated with new lighting systems and seating after a small fire
• ·A sports league announced plans to expand to more cities next year
• ·A software company introduced a new collaboration tool designed to help remote teams work more efficiently
• ·A popular TV show was renewed for a sixth season following high ratings and positive reviews from critics
• ·Doctors recommended that people limit their intake of sugary drinks to prevent obesity
• ·A major airline added direct flights to two new Asian cities starting in the fall
• ·Florist delivers free flowers to hospital patients
• ·Scientists have discovered a new species of deep-sea shrimp that can survive in extremely high-temperature vents
• ·A fire department taught residents how to use fire extinguishers in a hands-on workshop
• ·A construction project to build a new airport terminal began
• ·Researchers developed a new type of vaccine that provides longer protection against a common virus
• ·Engineers designed a new type of wind turbine that makes 30% less noise than older models
• ·A new study revealed that lifting weights three times a week improves bone density in seniors