The postal service introduced a next-day delivery service for packages sent within the same state

The city announced plans to repave 50 miles of roads and repair potholesA tech company launched a new smartphone with a better camera and longer battery life

A thunderstorm knocked down trees and power lines in several residential neighborhoodsThe government provided drought relief to farmers struggling with crop lossesScientists discovered a new species of frog in a rainforest with unique coloration

An airline announced it will upgrade its in-flight Wi-Fi to provide faster internet accessLocal police hosted a safety fair to teach residents about home security and crime prevention

Global health organization releases new guidelines for preventing respiratory illnesses

Local farmers market introduces weekly workshops on organic gardening techniquesHot weather in the northeast led to an increase in sales of air conditioners and fans

A study found that playing board games improves family communication and bondingThe government built new affordable housing complexes in urban areas with high rent costs

A museum displayed ancient Egyptian mummies and artifacts on loan from a museum in CairoA local farm offered u-pick strawberry days where families could harvest their own fruit

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• ·Researchers found that reading fiction can improve empathy in people
• ·A photographer hosted an exhibition of black-and-white photos of the city’s historic downtown
• ·The national soccer team won a friendly match against the world champions
• ·Researchers developed a vaccine for a previously untreatable disease
• ·The country’s inflation rate dropped to 2 percent due to lower food prices
• ·A new study showed that listening to upbeat music while working out increases endurance
• ·Pet store expands selection of natural pet foods and eco friendly toys
• ·Study reveals that family vacations improve parent-child bonding
• ·Local police launched a program to educate teens about the dangers of drunk driving
• ·A city installed more public restrooms in parks and downtown areas
• ·A famous poet published a new collection of works centered on themes of hope and resilience
• ·A fashion store donated 10% of its holiday sales to a local children’s hospital
• ·A fashion store started offering alteration services to ensure proper fit
• ·Researchers found that eating dark leafy greens improves eye health in children
• ·Skateboard park hosts competition with prizes for best tricks
• ·A school started a debate club that won a regional competition