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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• ·Scientists created a new method to clean up oil spills using naturally occurring bacteria
• ·A space agency successfully landed a rover on Mars to search for signs of ancient life
• ·A fast-food chain added plant-based fish sandwiches to all its locations nationwide
• ·The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded to researchers studying cell regeneration
• ·A software company released an update to its app that added a dark mode feature
• ·Firefighters rescued a family of four from a burning house in the early hours of the morning
• ·A hospital started a support group for patients with chronic illnesses
• ·A best-selling author released a new mystery novel that quickly topped international book lists
• ·The government provided financial assistance to small businesses affected by a tornado
• ·The United Nations released a report on the impact of climate change on wildlife
• ·A pet rescue organization started a foster-to-adopt program to help animals find permanent homes
• ·A tech startup developed a new device that monitors the quality of drinking water at home
• ·A tech company unveiled a new laptop with a lightweight and durable design
• ·Heavy rain caused mudslides that blocked roads and isolated small communities in mountainous areas
• ·A fast-food chain announced it will reduce sodium levels in its menu items
• ·A tech company allowed employees to choose their own work hours with no core time requirements