Researchers found that reading fiction can improve empathy and understanding of others

Radio station launches podcast series about local history and folkloreChemists develop new sunscreen formula that is reef safe and water resistant for 8 hours

Swimming team breaks national record in 4x100 meter relay at championship meetStudy reveals that family camping trips improve children’s connection to natureFlorist creates custom wedding bouquets using locally grown flowers

Teachers receive training on how to support students with anxiety disordersMotorcycle club organizes charity ride to raise money for pediatric cancer research

Research finds that drinking chamomile tea reduces anxiety levels in college students

Pet store offers adoption events for rescue animals every SaturdayThe central bank raised interest rates by 0.25% to curb rising inflation which reached 6.8% last month

Retail sales increased by 3.2% in the third quarter driven by strong demand for electronics and home goodsA major tech company announced plans to invest $500 million in building a new manufacturing plant creating 2,000 jobs

The national unemployment rate fell to 3.5% the lowest level in five years due to growth in the service sectorGlobal oil prices dropped by 4% after OPEC announced plans to increase production next quarter

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• ·Ambulance service expands coverage to rural areas
• ·Research shows that regular socializing improves mental health in seniors
• ·A new study revealed that children who read for 30 minutes a day have better language skills than those who don’t.
• ·A tech company unveiled a new laptop that is lighter and has a longer battery life
• ·A small boat capsized in a lake with all passengers rescued by a nearby rescue team
• ·A fashion store started a clothing swap program where customers trade old clothes for store credit
• ·Hot weather led to an increase in visits to public pools and beaches across the region
• ·The government launched a campaign to promote healthy eating habits
• ·Doctors advised people to get vaccinated ahead of flu season
• ·A study revealed that excessive use of social media can increase anxiety in young adults
• ·A construction project to widen a major highway began, with expected completion in two years
• ·Study reveals that eating breakfast reduces snacking on unhealthy foods
• ·Researchers found that reading to babies daily helps develop their language skills faster
• ·The stock market declined slightly due to inflation concerns
• ·A new report showed renewable energy now accounts for 35% of the country’s total energy production
• ·Freelance marketplace launches new feature for clients to hire freelance writers