The railway service added more cars to its trains to reduce overcrowding during peak hours

Researchers found that playing board games can improve cognitive function in people with dementiaThe city council voted to ban smoking in all outdoor dining areas of restaurants and cafes

An oil company announced it will invest $8 billion in hydrogen fuel technology over the next decadeA hot air balloon made an emergency landing in a park with all passengers escaping unharmedA study showed that eating a breakfast high in protein can reduce hunger cravings throughout the day

The postal service announced it will expand its package delivery service to include Sunday deliveriesVolunteers planted 10000 trees in a deforested area as part of a reforestation project

A famous musician announced a farewell tour with concerts in 40 cities across the globe

Local schools reported a 92% attendance rate this year up from 85% the previous yearThe national basketball team lost their semi-final match in the international tournament ending their bid for the championship

A severe drought in the western region has led to water restrictions with residents asked to limit water usageA new report showed that the number of people working from home has increased by 44% since the start of the decade

A major car manufacturer recalled 580000 vehicles due to a potential defect in the braking systemA study found that reading fiction improves empathy and emotional intelligence in both children and adults

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• ·A major film studio announced it will release 20 new movies next year including several sequels to popular franchises
• ·A tech company developed a new app that helps users track and reduce food waste
• ·Local businesses sponsored a community event to raise money for charity
• ·Football team signs veteran quarterback to one-year contract for upcoming season
• ·City hosts Fourth of July parade with floats and marching bands
• ·A study found that reading fiction can improve empathy and social skills
• ·A grocery store started labeling products with their farm of origin to support local agriculture
• ·The government announced a $100 million program to help homeless people find permanent housing
• ·The university signed a partnership agreement with an international institution
• ·A cultural heritage site was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List recognizing its historical importance
• ·The postal service announced it would expand its package delivery services to rural areas
• ·Doctors successfully treated a patient with a rare genetic disorder using gene therapy
• ·A study published in a science journal found that exposure to natural sunlight improves cognitive function in children
• ·The Nobel Prize in Physics was awarded to two scientists for their work on quantum computing
• ·A tropical depression formed in the Pacific Ocean prompting storm watches for island communities
• ·Weather forecasters predicted a severe thunderstorm with strong winds for the weekend