Researchers found that playing board games can improve cognitive function in people with dementia

A severe drought in the western region has led to water restrictions with residents asked to limit water usageA new report showed that the number of people working from home has increased by 44% since the start of the decade

A major car manufacturer recalled 580000 vehicles due to a potential defect in the braking systemA study found that reading fiction improves empathy and emotional intelligence in both children and adultsLocal authorities announced plans to build a new hospital in a rural area addressing the shortage of medical facilities

Scientists discovered a new planet outside our solar system that may be capable of supporting lifeA popular TV show aired its series finale last night attracting millions of viewers and sparking online discussion

A tech company announced it will invest $650 million in research and development to create new AI technologies

A global summit on public health concluded with a plan to improve access to vaccines in developing countriesScientists invented a new type of solar panel that can be integrated into building windows

The school district announced it will provide free laptops to all students in grades 6-12A new study showed that excessive video game use can lead to poor sleep in teenagers

Local artists collaborated to create a large mural celebrating the city's cultural diversityThe government offered grants to small businesses that develop eco-friendly products

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• ·A bookstore chain announced it would host monthly author readings and book signings
• ·The space agency announced plans to study the surface of Mars for signs of past life
• ·Scientists developed a new type of fertilizer that is environmentally friendly
• ·A new study indicated that listening to upbeat music while exercising can boost endurance
• ·Researchers found that reading to young children helps develop their language skills
• ·Scientists at a top university discovered a potential breakthrough in treating Parkinson’s disease using stem cell therapy
• ·The government launched a program to help small businesses create websites and online stores
• ·Local police partnered with schools to launch an anti-bullying campaign featuring workshops and awareness events
• ·A study found fiction reading improves empathy and emotional intelligence in all ages
• ·A tech company released a new fitness app that tracks users’ workouts and provides personalized training plans
• ·Heavy rain caused mudslides that blocked roads in mountainous areas
• ·A fire department conducted a water rescue drill on a local lake
• ·A writer was awarded a grant to complete their novel about a family’s journey during a historical event
• ·A hotel started offering complimentary breakfast for all guests, increasing bookings by 25%
• ·Local restaurants started offering meal delivery services using electric bikes to reduce emissions
• ·A library added a collection of audiobooks for seniors who have trouble reading print