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 professional cyclist won the Tour de France for the first time in their career
• ·The federal reserve stated it will keep interest rates stable to support small business growth
• ·A new study revealed that air pollution can affect cognitive function in older adults
• ·A new study showed that drinking water instead of sugary drinks can reduce the risk of obesity in children by 40%.
• ·A wildfire in a national forest was contained after burning 17000 acres
• ·Scientists discovered a new method to clean oil spills more effectively
• ·The education department launched a program to provide free school supplies to low-income students
• ·A school district started offering free breakfast to all students regardless of family income
• ·A software company launched a new tool that helps small businesses create professional invoices
• ·Researchers studied the effects of air pollution on children’s lung development, finding long-term impacts
• ·A new science museum opened with interactive exhibits on space exploration
• ·Local schools installed new security systems including metal detectors and surveillance cameras
• ·The stock market received a boost from news of a new trade agreement between two countries
• ·A city started a program to help homeless individuals find housing and employment
• ·The government provided grants to businesses that develop eco-friendly products
• ·A charity organization launched a drive to collect books for schools in developing countries