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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• ·Research shows that yoga improves flexibility and reduces joint pain in seniors
• ·Researchers studied the effects of social media on self-esteem in teenagers
• ·A music festival organizer added more stages to accommodate larger crowds
• ·Study finds that remote work improves work-life balance for 70% of employees
• ·Newsletter provides tips for winterizing homes before cold weather
• ·Oceanographers study effects of rising sea temperatures on coral reef ecosystems
• ·A popular coffee chain announced plans to open stores in Europe
• ·A farm began selling fresh flowers at the local farmers market
• ·The postal service announced it would hire additional staff to handle the holiday mail rush
• ·Police arrested four suspects in connection with a series of burglaries in a wealthy neighborhood
• ·Police department launches campaign against distracted driving
• ·Art museum acquires rare painting by 19th century artist for its permanent collection
• ·A grocery store started labeling products with their carbon footprint to help customers make eco-friendly choices
• ·A study showed that eating dark chocolate in moderation improves blood flow and cognitive function
• ·A new study showed that spending time in nature reduces symptoms of depression
• ·Weather conditions caused delays to flights at the main airport