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 hotel started offering pet-friendly rooms with beds and bowls for guests’ animals
• ·Scientists discovered a new planet outside our solar system that may be capable of supporting life
• ·The national volleyball team participated in an international competition
• ·Researchers found that playing board games can improve cognitive function in people with dementia
• ·A fire at a shopping mall caused damage to several stores but no injuries were reported
• ·A hotel added a spa and wellness center with massage services and yoga classes for guests
• ·Study reveals that using reusable containers saves average household $300 yearly
• ·A charity organized a toy drive for children in foster care during the holiday season
• ·Farmers association reports successful harvest thanks to mild summer weather
• ·Scientists test new vaccine candidate for preventing childhood asthma flare ups
• ·An oil company announced it will invest $8 billion in hydrogen fuel technology over the next decade
• ·Local schools added coding classes to prepare students for future tech jobs
• ·A new mobile app was launched that helps users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel experiences
• ·A new report showed that renewable energy jobs have increased by 29% over the past two years
• ·A startup launched a new app that helps users track their daily water intake and stay hydrated
• ·The university awarded scholarships to top students from low - income families