A popular music award show revealed its list of nominees including several independent artists

A popular fast-food chain added plant-based burger options to its permanent menuScientists created a new type of battery that can charge electric cars in under 30 minutes

The school district announced it will replace all old textbooks with digital tablets for studentsA new study revealed that excessive social media use is linked to feelings of loneliness in teensLocal artists painted murals on the walls of an abandoned factory to brighten the neighborhood

The government offered tax breaks to businesses that install solar panels on their buildingsA large bookstore opened a new location with a children’s play area and book club meetings

Researchers found that learning a musical instrument improves math skills in elementary students

The city started a composting program to turn food waste into fertilizer for public gardensA city started a composting program for restaurants to turn food waste into fertilizer

A snowstorm in the northeast dumped three feet of snow closing schools and government offices for two daysA study showed that learning a musical instrument improves memory and brain function in kids

The government passed a law to protect consumers from high fees charged by banks and credit card companiesA museum hosted a night event with live music art displays and food trucks

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• ·A taxi company started offering pet-friendly rides to allow customers to travel with their furry companions
• ·A new study revealed that social media use can affect sleep quality in teenagers
• ·A bakery started making custom wedding cakes with hand-piped designs
• ·A local fire department held a fire safety workshop for residents teaching them how to prevent and respond to fires
• ·A major airline added new in-flight snacks and meals made with organic ingredients
• ·The city council voted to increase funding for public art projects around the city
• ·Library provides free access to online academic journals for students
• ·A university football team won its first conference championship in 10 years
• ·The city council voted to increase funding for after-school programs in public schools
• ·Researchers found a way to use AI to predict natural disasters (like earthquakes) up to 72 hours in advance
• ·Weather conditions forced the cancellation of a music festival due to heavy rain
• ·A city organized a cultural parade to celebrate its diversity with floats representing different ethnic groups
• ·Researchers developed a new battery that is smaller lighter and more powerful than current ones
• ·A charity organized a toy drive for children in low income families during the holidays
• ·Astronomers share new images of Saturn’s rings
• ·A study showed that walking 30 minutes a day can lower the risk of type 2 diabetes