Study finds that remote work improves work-life balance for 70% of employees

A community center offered free computer classes for seniors to help them use smartphones and tabletsA tech company announced it would reduce its carbon footprint by 50% over the next five years

Heavy rainfall caused flash flooding in a city’s downtown area closing several businessesA 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 viruses

The 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 new TV show based on a popular video game became one of the most-watched series of the year

A study revealed that eating nuts as a snack helps maintain healthy cholesterol levelsA 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 yearScientists found that a certain type of algae can be used to produce clean biofuel

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• ·A fire at a chemical plant in the industrial district forced the evacuation of nearby neighborhoods; no toxic leaks were reported.
• ·The city announced plans to repave 60 miles of roads and fix potholes
• ·A major fashion show was held in the city showcasing the latest designs from top designers around the world
• ·A community organized a 5K run to raise money for a local animal rescue shelter
• ·Dance studio hosts summer camp for kids interested in hip hop and ballet
• ·A new study showed that social media use among teenagers has decreased by 11% in the past year with more time spent outdoors
• ·Firefighters rescue family from house fire caused by faulty space heater
• ·A global climate change summit concluded with 118 countries committing to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 53% by 2030
• ·Local businesses sponsored a community event to raise money for charity
• ·A high school robotics team won first place in a state competition with their autonomous delivery robot
• ·The national opera company performed a new production to critical acclaim
• ·A study found that reading before bed can improve sleep quality
• ·A new study indicated that owning a cat can reduce the risk of stroke in older adults
• ·Study indicates that playing team sports improves leadership skills in teens
• ·Engineers designed a new type of wind turbine that is 25% more efficient than older models
• ·A bookstore expanded its collection of books in foreign languages