Book publisher releases biography of iconic civil rights leader

Photography exhibit featuring images of endangered species opens at science centerScientists test new drug that may slow progression of Parkinson’s disease

Community center provides free summer camps for kids from low-income familiesTennis tournament attracts top players from 25 countries to coastal resortStudy shows that gardening improves hand-eye coordination in young children

Bakery introduces vegan donuts made with coconut milk and fruit sweetenersPolice department launches campaign to raise awareness about bicycle safety

Opera house stages modern adaptation of classic opera with digital sets

Research indicates that early reading programs reduce literacy gaps in preschoolersA new survey found that 85% of employees value work-life balance more than a high salary

A major hotel chain announced it will implement a zero-waste policy in all its hotels reducing landfill waste by 95%A study found that spending time with pets lowers stress hormones and improves mood in adults

A local animal shelter organized an adoption event finding homes for over 78 dogs and catsA tech startup released a new software tool that helps businesses manage remote teams more efficiently

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• ·The government announced a new grant program to support artists and cultural organizations affected by the pandemic.
• ·Astronomers observed a rare celestial event, as a comet passed close to Earth for the first time in 200 years.
• ·A global summit on gender equality ended with a pledge to close the gender pay gap by 2030
• ·Wages grew by 4.1% in the past year outpacing inflation for the first time in three years
• ·Major airline partners with eco-friendly travel company to offset carbon emissions
• ·Engineers developed a new type of solar panel that is 60% more efficient than current models
• ·The government announced plans to repair aging roads in rural areas
• ·Engineers completed a new water treatment plant that provides clean drinking water to 200
• ·A survey found that 65% of consumers prefer to shop online rather than in physical stores due to convenience.
• ·The government announced plans to upgrade rural internet infrastructure to match urban speeds
• ·The government passed a law requiring all new buildings to meet green energy standards
• ·A new report showed that the number of people working from home has increased by 43% since the start of the decade
• ·The national weather service issued a warning for heavy snow in northern areas
• ·The school district decided to start the school day later to improve student attendance
• ·A software company released an update to its app that fixed bugs and improved loading speed
• ·A local theater hosted a festival featuring plays by emerging playwrights