Library hosts weekly story time sessions for toddlers and their parents

Scientists developed a rapid test for a bacterial infection that gives results in 12 minutesA retailer announced it would offer free shipping on all online orders over $40 during its summer sale

A severe hailstorm with baseball-sized hail damaged crops on 70 farms in a rural countyA study revealed that students who study in quiet environments retain information better than those in noisy settingsThe government passed regulations to limit the amount of sodium in processed foods

A museum hosted a special event to celebrate the 50th anniversary of a famous space missionA coffee shop started using coffee grounds to make compost for a local community garden

A space agency successfully landed a rover on the moon to collect soil samples

The railway service announced it would upgrade its trains to include free Wi-Fi for all passengersA local animal shelter rescued over 100 pets during a winter storm appealing for foster homes

A tech company said it will release a new foldable-screen smartphone next quarterA global gender equality summit concluded with a pledge to close the pay gap by 2035

A major airline announced free Wi-Fi on all flights starting next yearA study found regular meditation lowers blood pressure by 5 mmHg on average in hypertensive adults

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• ·Archaeologists uncovered a collection of ancient artifacts at a dig site including pottery and jewelry
• ·A study found that getting enough vitamin D can reduce the risk of respiratory infections by 33%
• ·Research indicates that volunteering strengthens community bonds
• ·A study found that getting enough exercise improves memory and cognitive function in older adults
• ·Scientists developed a process to turn agricultural waste into biodegradable packaging
• ·A major airline revealed plans to add 15 new domestic routes by the end of the year
• ·Local schools will introduce a new curriculum focused on mental health education starting next semester, officials confirmed.
• ·A charity organization distributed hot soup and blankets to homeless people during a cold snap
• ·A musician performed at a benefit concert that raised $20,000 for disaster relief
• ·A new study revealed that exercising for 30 minutes a day increases energy levels by 25%
• ·A popular coffee chain announced it will phase out plastic cups entirely by the end of next year
• ·An energy company announced it would invest $3 billion in solar power projects over the next decade
• ·Police seized a large quantity of illegal substances during a recent operation
• ·A fire department taught residents how to use fire extinguishers in a hands-on workshop
• ·A hospital opened a new pediatric wing to provide specialized care for sick children
• ·A cyclist broke the national record for the 50-kilometer race by 2 minutes