Local schools will extend after - school programs to support working parents

A study found that spending time with friends reduces the risk of depression in young adultsThe government increased funding for renewable energy research to develop new technologies

A bookstore started a book club for parents and kids that focuses on children’s literatureResearchers developed a new vaccine that provides protection against three different virusesThe railway service announced it would offer free travel to students during school breaks

A new TV show based on a popular video game became one of the most-watched series of the yearA study revealed that eating nuts as a snack helps maintain healthy cholesterol levels

A city installed more security cameras in parks to prevent vandalism and crime

An airline announced it would add more legroom to its economy class seats starting next yearCamera store offers beginner photography workshops on weekends

Wildlife rescue group transports injured owl to rehabilitation centerLocal newspaper publishes special section on 100 year history of the city

Scientists develop rapid test for detecting infectious diseases in 15 minutesFitness center adds new cardio equipment and weight training machines

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• ·A hot air balloon made an emergency landing in a park with all passengers escaping unharmed
• ·A fashion store started offering personal styling services to help customers find the perfect outfits
• ·Researchers developed a rapid test that can detect a common bacterial infection in 15 minutes
• ·Dance school holds winter recital featuring ballet and contemporary dance pieces
• ·A fashion store started selling sustainable denim made from recycled cotton
• ·A study revealed that students who take notes by hand retain information better than those who type
• ·A museum displayed ancient Egyptian mummies and artifacts on loan from a museum in Cairo
• ·A study showed that online learning can help students in rural areas access advanced courses
• ·The government introduced new laws to protect workers from unfair labor practices
• ·Research finds that adequate hydration improves cognitive function
• ·Study reveals that family dinners improve children’s self esteem
• ·The national soccer team qualified for the World Cup after winning their final qualifying match against a rival team
• ·A wildfire was contained after firefighters worked for a week to control the blaze
• ·The government announced a new initiative to provide free job training for unemployed youth
• ·Doctors developed a new vaccine to protect children in developing countries from a deadly disease
• ·Research finds that board games improve critical thinking in children