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 university research team found that regular meditation can reduce stress levels by 30%
• ·A cyclist won the national championship after a 200-mile race through mountainous terrain
• ·A local bakery won first place at a national baking competition for its blueberry pie
• ·A major music festival announced it will introduce a cashless payment system to reduce wait times at food and drink stalls
• ·A local community college started offering free nursing courses for unemployed adults
• ·Local businesses hosted a craft fair where artisans sold handmade jewelry and pottery
• ·The government announced plans to upgrade public libraries with new technology and resources
• ·Opera house presents new production of famous opera with modern stage design
• ·A popular streaming service added a new category for family-friendly movies
• ·The postal service introduced a new package tracking app that sends real-time delivery updates
• ·A government program provided grants to small businesses affected by recent natural disasters
• ·Major airline partners with eco-friendly travel company to offset carbon emissions
• ·Weather experts reported that this year’s hurricane season is expected to be less active
• ·A scientist discovered a new way to convert plastic waste into fuel
• ·A hotel added a fitness center with cardio machines and free weights
• ·A government program provided grants to small businesses affected by natural disasters