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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• ·The railway service announced it would offer free travel to students during school breaks
• ·A famous author released a highly anticipated new novel that quickly became an international bestseller
• ·A community organized a neighborhood potluck with dishes from 28 different cultures
• ·A severe thunderstorm with lightning strikes caused power outages for 5000 homes in the suburbs
• ·The national weather service issued a warning for extreme heat in the coming days
• ·The government introduced new laws to protect endangered bird species from habitat loss
• ·A forest service announced it will plant 5,000 new trees to replace those lost in a recent wildfire
• ·A farm started selling organic eggs from its own chickens
• ·Study shows that drinking enough water improves athletic performance by 10 percent
• ·The national basketball team won the national championship for the fifth consecutive year
• ·A professional athlete set a new national record in the 100-meter sprint at a recent competition
• ·Tech giant Google unveiled a new AI tool designed to assist in medical diagnosis
• ·Doctors developed a new treatment for Parkinson’s disease that slows the progression of the illness
• ·A farm started growing herbs and spices to sell to local restaurants
• ·A fashion store started a clothing swap program where customers trade old clothes for store credit
• ·A community organization planted 200 saplings in a city park to replace trees lost to a storm