A study found that reading fiction improves empathy and emotional intelligence in both children and adults

A major airline added new flight routes to several European citiesResearchers found that certain plants can purify the air in indoor spaces

The school board decided to update the curriculum to include more practical coursesA popular social media platform added new privacy features to protect user informationThe fire department put out a big fire in a commercial building in the city center

Scientists discovered that lack of sleep will affect people's work efficiencyThe city hosted an international conference on climate change

A new study indicated that reading paper books is better for memory than reading e-books

Local farmers' markets attracted more customers who prefer organic foodScientists create new vaccine that protects against multiple strains of flu

Community center offers free fitness classes for seniors every weekday morningTennis tournament attracts top ranked players from around the world to local courts

Study shows that spending time gardening reduces stress hormones in adultsBakery introduces gluten free pastries made with almond and coconut flour

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• ·A city repaired 20 miles of roads and sidewalks as part of its annual infrastructure improvement plan
• ·Film festival announces lineup including works from 25 countries
• ·Construction begins on new bridge to ease traffic congestion
• ·Researchers found that reading to babies helps develop their listening skills
• ·A renowned journalist announced the release of a new book about global political changes
• ·A famous actress announced she will produce a documentary about women’s rights
• ·A major music festival was canceled due to safety concerns after a severe weather warning was issued
• ·Car dealership offers low interest financing for new electric vehicles
• ·A team of veterinarians opened a new clinic specializing in the care of exotic pets like reptiles
• ·A charity launched a program to teach seniors how to use video calls to stay in touch with family
• ·The national soccer team won a friendly match against the world champions
• ·Doctors at a children’s hospital developed a new treatment for childhood asthma with fewer side effects
• ·A photographer took photos of a local event that were published in a regional newspaper
• ·A major retailer announced free shipping on all online orders regardless of purchase amount
• ·A coffee shop began using compostable cups and utensils to reduce waste
• ·A startup developed a new device that monitors air quality and alerts users to pollution spikes