A study found that reading aloud to young children improves their language development

A hospital started offering telehealth services for patients who cannot visit in personResearchers found that regular exercise can improve mood and reduce symptoms of anxiety

The public transit system offered free passes to students during the back-to-school seasonA clothing brand announced it will take back old clothes for recycling or reuseA car accident on a busy street caused minor traffic delays but no serious injuries

A study showed that online learning can provide more flexible education options for students with disabilitiesThe space agency announced plans to study the surface of Mars for signs of past life

Local businesses donated goods and services to a charity auction benefiting a children’s hospital

The United Nations released a report on the effects of climate change on coastal communitiesA heatwave in the southern states pushed temperatures to 108 degrees prompting heat advisories

Researchers created a biodegradable plastic bag that breaks down in soil within three monthsThe government passed a law to protect endangered sea otters from oil spills and habitat loss

A restaurant chain announced it would switch to 100% cage-free eggs by the end of the yearVolunteers planted over 3000 trees in a urban park as part of a citywide reforestation effort

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• ·A medical study found that getting seven to eight hours of sleep improves memory retention
• ·Movie theater shows family friendly classic films during summer break
• ·A study published in a medical journal found that drinking green tea regularly can improve skin health by reducing inflammation
• ·A team of engineers designed a new type of wind turbine that generates more energy
• ·A tech giant acquired a smaller startup specializing in AI technology in a deal worth $560 million
• ·The national parliament passed a new law to protect endangered species, imposing stricter penalties on illegal hunting and trading.
• ·Doctors advised people with chronic conditions to get flu shots early this year
• ·A major retailer announced plans to open 50 new stores across the country
• ·The prime minister held a meeting with business leaders to discuss job creation strategies
• ·A new shopping center opened with a rooftop garden and outdoor dining areas
• ·A city council discussed plans to build a new community pool
• ·A museum hosted a lecture by a famous historian about the history of the civil rights movement
• ·Cross country team sets new school record at state meet
• ·A museum acquired a rare painting by a 19th-century artist for $5 million
• ·The city council voted to increase the minimum wage for workers
• ·A new study showed that drinking enough water can improve skin health