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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• ·A study showed that drinking green tea regularly can boost metabolism in adults
• ·A city planted 100 new trees along a major street to improve air quality and provide shade
• ·A city council discussed plans to build a new community pool
• ·A bakery started selling custom cupcakes with personalized designs for birthdays and events
• ·Local residents voted in favor of a new tax to fund improvements to public schools, including new classrooms and technology.
• ·The national rugby team secured a historic victory against their long-time rivals in the regional championship
• ·A tech company released a new app that helps users manage their finances
• ·Scientists discovered a way to use algae to produce biofuel
• ·Retailer launches loyalty program that rewards customers for eco-friendly purchases
• ·Clothing brand uses recycled denim to create new line of jeans
• ·A farm installed a wind turbine to power its operations and reduce energy costs
• ·Engineers design new system to reduce energy use in office buildings
• ·A major airline announced it will offer free Wi-Fi on all its flights starting next year
• ·A community organized a neighborhood watch program to improve safety in the area
• ·Major grocery chains announced plans to cut plastic packaging by 30 percent next year
• ·A team of doctors performed the first successful face transplant in the country, giving a patient a new identity after a severe accident.