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 study showed that online tutoring can improve test scores by 15% in high school students
• ·A tropical depression formed in the Pacific Ocean prompting storm watches for island communities
• ·The national parliament passed a new law to protect consumers from false advertising imposing heavy fines on violators
• ·Engineers design energy efficient heating systems for office buildings
• ·Wildlife sanctuary releases rehabilitated birds of prey into protected forest area
• ·Scientists developed a new lightweight material for use in aircraft
• ·A major music festival announced it will introduce a cashless payment system to reduce wait times at food stalls
• ·The government announced a grant program to help small farmers adopt organic farming methods
• ·A new TV drama became a social media sensation with millions of viewers tweeting about it
• ·A bakery started using organic ingredients in all of its products to appeal to health-conscious customers
• ·A construction company used recycled steel to build a new office building, cutting costs by 20%
• ·A software company updated its program to include new features requested by users
• ·A tech company unveiled a new laptop that is lighter and has a longer battery life
• ·A study found regular yoga improves flexibility and reduces office workers’ back pain
• ·A charity organization built temporary shelters for families displaced by a wildfire
• ·The country’s trade surplus reached $12 billion in September driven by strong exports of agricultural products