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 new movie starring a Hollywood A-lister broke box office records on its opening weekend
• ·Bookstore hosts author signing event for newly released mystery novel
• ·A new study revealed that children who read for 30 minutes a day have better language skills than those who don’t
• ·A scientist published a research paper about a new way to treat Alzheimer’s disease in a top medical journal
• ·A sports team hired a new coach with experience in international competitions
• ·Oceanographers study effects of rising sea temperatures on coral reef ecosystems
• ·A tech startup released a new software tool that helps businesses manage remote teams more efficiently
• ·The government announced plans to increase military spending by 5% next year to enhance defense capabilities
• ·A study revealed that dog owners are more likely to meet daily exercise goals
• ·A famous fashion designer launched a new clothing line inspired by ancient civilizations
• ·A study found that reading fiction can improve empathy and understanding of others
• ·A city banned smoking in outdoor dining areas of restaurants
• ·Study shows that gardening increases physical activity in older adults
• ·The city banned single-use plastic utensils in all restaurants and food service establishments
• ·A music award ceremony was held last night with a rising star taking home the top prize for Best New Artist
• ·A tech company released a software update to fix bugs in its popular app