Study finds that journaling about gratitude improves mental health

A tech startup created an app that helps users track their food waste at homeLocal schools held a science competition where students presented inventions for sustainability

A famous chef opened a new restaurant focusing on traditional dishes from the Mediterranean regionWeather forecasters predicted heavy rainfall and possible flooding for coastal areasA hotel chain announced it will stop using single-use toiletries to reduce plastic waste

The country’s GDP grew by 2.1% in the first quarter driven by tech and manufacturing sectorsA historical society opened an exhibit featuring vintage toys from the 1950s and 1960s

Researchers found that playing team sports improves teamwork skills in teenagers

A music festival announced it will offer free tickets to volunteers who help with cleanupA wildlife conservation group worked with local communities to protect natural habitats

A software company offered a free trial of its program to attract new customersA city council approved plans to build a new water treatment plant

A charity organized a concert to raise money for a local children’s hospitalA research study revealed that reading printed books improves comprehension better than e books for some people

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• ·Researchers found that reading fiction can improve empathy and understanding of others
• ·Wildlife rescue group transports injured owl to rehabilitation center
• ·Car companies announced they will collaborate on developing affordable electric vehicles
• ·Farmers adopted new irrigation techniques to conserve water during dry spells
• ·A fashion brand announced it would start using recycled polyester in all its clothing
• ·A tech company said it will adopt a 4-day workweek for all employees starting next quarter
• ·Local police started a program to teach bicycle safety to elementary school students
• ·A museum displayed ancient Greek artifacts including statues vases and coins
• ·A winter storm dumped 20 inches of snow on northern cities closing schools for three days
• ·Football team hires former national champion coach to lead next season’s roster
• ·Wrestling team wins state championship for fifth year
• ·Experts warned that prolonged drought could lead to water shortages in several western states
• ·Local firefighters rescued four people from a burning building early this morning with no serious injuries reported
• ·The school district provided high-speed internet access to all schools to support online learning
• ·A sports team won the national championship and held a victory parade through the city
• ·A famous poet was awarded a lifetime achievement award for their contributions to literature