The railway service added more cars to its trains to reduce overcrowding during peak hours

Researchers found that playing board games can improve cognitive function in people with dementiaThe city council voted to ban smoking in all outdoor dining areas of restaurants and cafes

An oil company announced it will invest $8 billion in hydrogen fuel technology over the next decadeA hot air balloon made an emergency landing in a park with all passengers escaping unharmedA study showed that eating a breakfast high in protein can reduce hunger cravings throughout the day

The postal service announced it will expand its package delivery service to include Sunday deliveriesVolunteers planted 10000 trees in a deforested area as part of a reforestation project

A famous musician announced a farewell tour with concerts in 40 cities across the globe

Local schools reported a 92% attendance rate this year up from 85% the previous yearThe national basketball team lost their semi-final match in the international tournament ending their bid for the championship

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 adults

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• ·A fire department conducted a high-rise rescue drill in the city’s tallest building
• ·A city planted more flowering trees along main streets to improve air quality and aesthetics
• ·A famous musician announced a farewell tour with concerts in 40 cities across the globe
• ·Local authorities reported a 20% drop in crime rates over the past nine months citing enhanced community policing
• ·A fitness app that tracks water intake reached 1 million downloads
• ·Book publisher announces plans to release new series of children’s books
• ·The space agency successfully landed a probe on a comet to collect samples
• ·Scientists discovered a new star system with five planets including one in the habitable zone
• ·A new study revealed that drinking green tea may have health benefits for the immune system
• ·Local residents protested against a proposed construction project that they say will destroy a protected forest
• ·Candle company supports reforestation with each sale
• ·A library started offering book rentals by mail for patrons who can’t visit in person
• ·Study reveals that family meals lead to healthier eating habits in kids
• ·Dance company performs original show about cultural heritage at national theater
• ·Local residents voted in favor of a new tax to fund public school improvements including classrooms and technology
• ·Researchers studied the impact of air pollution on lung health in children