A popular pizza chain announced plans to open 40 new locations in midwestern states next year

A new report showed that global tourism numbers have returned to pre-pandemic levels this yearA local theater company announced a new season featuring classic plays and original works by local playwrights

A study found that drinking plenty of water improves concentration and productivity in office workersThe government announced plans to upgrade rural internet infrastructure to match urban speedsA major cosmetics brand said it will stop animal testing on all its products worldwide

A team of explorers discovered a hidden cave system with ancient rock paintings inA team of marine researchers documented a significant increase in sea turtle nesting sites along the southern coast

Major grocery store chains announced plans to stock more locally grown produce to reduce carbon emissions

Scientists identified a new compound in tropical plants that may help treat antibiotic-resistant infectionsA photographer hosted a "family photo day" that offered affordable sessions for 50 families

A hotel started offering "pet-friendly rooms" with beds and bowls for guests’ animalsA musician recorded a song for a movie soundtrack that was nominated for an award

A construction company used recycled materials to build a new shopping centerA study showed that drinking green tea regularly can improve brain function

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• ·A study in a top medical journal found daily exercise can improve mental health by reducing anxiety and depression symptoms
• ·A gym offered personal training sessions
• ·The government provided grants to small businesses affected by the pandemic
• ·The national volleyball team won the continental championship for the first time
• ·A coffee roaster partnered with a fair-trade organization to source beans from small-scale farmers
• ·A local library started offering free computer classes for senior citizens
• ·A software company updated its program to work with new operating systems
• ·A museum unveiled a new exhibit showcasing rare historical documents that shed light on the country’s founding.
• ·The city council voted to increase funding for public libraries to stay open later
• ·The school board approved plans to build a new middle school in the fast-growing northern neighborhood
• ·The government invested $400 million in building new solar farms in the southwest
• ·A study showed that students who study in groups retain information better than those who study alone
• ·A hospital opened a new rehabilitation center
• ·The WHO launched a campaign to eliminate malaria in five remaining countries
• ·Soccer team wins regional championship and advances to nationals
• ·A famous musician performed a charity concert for disaster relief