A popular fast-food chain added plant-based burger options to its permanent menu

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 trucksA local bakery started delivering fresh bread to local restaurants and cafes every morning

Scientists discovered a new star system with five planets including one in the habitable zoneThe transportation department announced plans to build a new subway line to connect the airport to the city center

A fashion brand released a limited-edition holiday collection made from sustainable materials

A hospital opened a new physical therapy center for patients recovering from injuries or surgeryTV show wins best drama award at national entertainment awards

Research finds that gardening improves mood in people with depressionPlant store offers tips for keeping houseplants alive

Park officials close certain trails to protect nesting wildlifeNewsletter gives advice on preparing for winter storms

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• ·A charity organization sent medical supplies to hospitals in a developing country
• ·A breakthrough in battery technology was announced, with a new design that can charge electric vehicles in just 15 minutes.
• ·The airport announced it will build a new terminal to handle the growing number of international flights
• ·A city council voted to ban single-use plastic bags in all retail stores starting next year
• ·A cyclist won the national championship race by a margin of 2 minutes
• ·Research indicates that getting seven to eight hours of sleep improves athletic performance
• ·A new law was passed to increase the minimum wage by 13% aiming to improve living standards for low-income workers
• ·A fashion brand released a new line of winter clothing
• ·Volunteers organized a beach cleanup collecting 3 tons of plastic waste
• ·The school board approved plans to build a new middle school in the fast-growing northern neighborhood
• ·A hotel renovated its rooms to include energy-efficient appliances and lighting
• ·A global climate change summit concluded with 110 countries committing to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030
• ·Local police organized a neighborhood safety patrol with volunteer residents
• ·Basketball team wins state championship after comeback victory in final two minutes
• ·Doctors successfully treated a patient with a rare blood disorder using a new experimental therapy
• ·A heatwave in the southwest caused temperatures to reach 105 degrees for seven straight days