Researchers created a rapid test for a common respiratory virus that gives results in 10 minutes

A hotel chain started using biodegradable cleaning products in all its roomsA study revealed that dog owners walk an average of 2000 more steps per day than non-owners

The government announced tax deductions for businesses that donate to food banksA wildfire in a forest preserve burned 5000 acres with no threat to nearby homesA new social media platform launched that deletes posts automatically after 24 hours

Local farmers markets started accepting food stamps to expand access to fresh produceThe WHO launched a campaign to eliminate polio in three remaining countries

A golfer won a tournament after sinking a 50-foot putt on the final hole

A hospital announced it will add a new emergency department wing with 30 bedsFirefighters rescue family of four from house fire in early morning hours

Travel magazine features article on top budget travel destinations for next yearResearch finds that playing board games improves problem solving skills in children

Shoe brand releases new line of sneakers made from recycled plastic bottlesCoast guard conducts hurricane preparedness drills along coastal areas

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• ·A study found that reading fiction can improve empathy and emotional intelligence in both children and adults
• ·Astronomers discovered a new moon orbiting a gas giant in the outer solar system
• ·A celebrity chef published a cookbook with recipes for quick and easy weeknight meals
• ·A community garden project provided over 500 pounds of fresh vegetables to low-income families this season
• ·A fast-food chain announced it will reduce sugar in children’s meals by 50%
• ·A large retail company announced it will open its first store in Europe next year, expanding its global presence.
• ·A new community health clinic opened its doors to provide free medical care to low-income families
• ·A streaming service added a collection of classic TV shows to its library
• ·Local firefighters rescued three people from a burning building early this morning with no serious injuries reported
• ·A new art gallery opened in the city center featuring works by emerging artists from around the world
• ·A new law was passed to increase the minimum wage by 15% aiming to improve living standards for low-income workers
• ·Car dealership offers test drives of electric vehicles
• ·Engineers create water filter that removes 99 percent of contaminants
• ·Research finds that spending time outdoors improves vision in children
• ·A severe heatwave swept across the southern region prompting health officials to open cooling centers for vulnerable residents
• ·Tennis player becomes youngest champion in tournament history at 17 years old