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 school started a robotics club where students build and program robots
• ·City officials revealed plans to build a new park in the downtown area featuring walking trails and a community garden
• ·A tech company released a new productivity app that helps users manage their to-do lists
• ·A university started a new graduate program in business administration
• ·A startup company launched an app that helps users track their daily calorie intake and exercise
• ·A hospital used telemedicine to provide medical consultations to patients in remote villages
• ·A coffee shop hosted a book reading with a local author, drawing 70 attendees
• ·Volunteers planted 12000 trees in a deforested area as part of a reforestation project
• ·Theater group performs children’s play at community centers for free
• ·A scientist developed a new method to clean up oil spills using naturally occurring bacteria
• ·Pet store offers grooming services for exotic pets like birds and reptiles
• ·A scientist developed a new way to test for food allergies using a small blood sample
• ·A city started planting trees along streets to reduce air pollution
• ·A major airline announced it will offer free Wi-Fi on all its flights starting next year
• ·Scientists created a new method to clean up oil spills using naturally occurring bacteria
• ·The World Bank approved a $720 million loan to help a country upgrade its rural schools