Chefs from around the world gather for international cooking competition

A fire at an old warehouse was contained before it spread to nearby residential buildingsA survey found that 65% of consumers prefer to buy products with eco-friendly packaging

A renowned author released a new novel that explores the impact of climate change on coastal communitiesThe transportation agency added 18 new electric buses to its fleet to reduce carbon emissionsArchaeologists uncovered a 3000-year-old tomb containing ancient jewelry and pottery in Egypt

A major airline announced it would offer direct flights to four new Asian cities starting next yearHealth officials issued a warning about a rise in cases of Lyme disease in wooded suburban areas

A city council voted to convert a vacant lot into a community garden for local residents

A study showed that spending 20 minutes a day in sunlight improves vitamin D levels and moodA famous actor won Best Actor at an international film festival for a critically acclaimed role

The government announced a $100 million program to help homeless people find permanent housingA new high-speed internet service launched in rural areas connecting underserved communities

A study found daily breakfast improves high school students’ academic performanceA local community organized a cultural diversity festival with international music dance and food

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• ·Scientists discovered a way to use bacteria to break down oil spills more quickly
• ·A small business owner used social media influencers to promote their products and increase sales
• ·Study finds that remote work reduces commuting time by average of 90 minutes daily
• ·Fashion show raises money for women’s shelter with designs by local designers
• ·A major cosmetics brand said it will stop animal testing on all its products worldwide
• ·Toy store hosts craft day for kids to make stuffed animals
• ·The national hockey team won a crucial match against their rivals
• ·Health officials issued a public alert about a surge in seasonal flu cases urging elderly and young children to get vaccinated
• ·The city council approved plans to build a new sports complex for youth sports
• ·The country’s export of goods increased by 15 percent this quarter
• ·A hospital opened a new neonatal intensive care unit to care for premature babies
• ·Study indicates that learning a musical instrument boosts memory in older adults
• ·A study found that children who play musical instruments perform better in math and science classes
• ·A city repaired 20 miles of roads and sidewalks as part of its annual infrastructure improvement plan
• ·A university’s basketball team made it to the national tournament for the first time
• ·A photographer captured photos of a local flower festival that were used in a national travel magazine