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 library started offering digital literacy classes for adults learning to use computers
• ·Researchers found a link between regular meditation and improved focus
• ·A community garden received a grant to build a new greenhouse that extends its growing season
• ·A photographer captured photos of a local sports team’s championship win that were used in the team’s yearbook
• ·An oil company announced it will invest $8 billion in hydrogen fuel technology over the next decade
• ·A photographer collaborated with a local business to create promotional photos
• ·Local police partnered with community groups to prevent gang violence
• ·A famous musician announced a farewell tour with concerts in 40 cities across the globe
• ·A study showed that walking 30 minutes a day can lower the risk of type 2 diabetes
• ·A global climate change summit concluded with 100 countries committing to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030
• ·A bookstore read to kids at daycares
• ·The government announced grants for companies developing new renewable energy technologies
• ·Scientists identified a new gene that affects how people respond to certain medications
• ·A tech company announced $500 million in AI research and development investment
• ·A grocery store started selling gluten-free snacks like chips and granola bars
• ·A popular social media platform launched a new feature for creating and sharing photo reels