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 winter storm dumped 18 inches of snow on northern cities closing schools for two days
• ·Photography exhibition showcases images of endangered wildlife
• ·A construction company used recycled steel to build a new office building
• ·A famous actress announced she will direct her first feature film next year
• ·A government agency updated environmental regulations
• ·Archaeologists uncovered a ancient tomb containing artifacts from a little-known civilization
• ·A major oil spill off the coast contaminated 50 miles of shoreline killing thousands of fish and seabirds
• ·Car dealership offers test drives of new electric vehicles
• ·A construction company used solar power for equipment
• ·An airline announced it would offer free checked bags for military personnel and their families
• ·Bird watchers record sighting of endangered eagle in state park
• ·A government agency updated its tax filing website to make it more user friendly
• ·A airline reduced its carbon emissions by using more fuel efficient planes
• ·Local authorities launched a campaign to clean up a polluted river, with volunteers collecting over 5 tons of trash.
• ·Public library starts new program to teach seniors how to use smartphones
• ·A tech company donated money to a local charity that supports education