Daily Archives: June 5, 2024

Council Passes Legislation to Demolish Dangerous, Vacant Buildings

The emergency legislation will take effect immediately after being signed by the Mayor From the Seattle City Council Blog — thanks to Ann M. who notes, “Let’s hope the old Prosch House @ 9th & Cherry will soon be demolished.” … Continue reading

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Paris is turning an industrial neighborhood into Olympic Village — it will become permanent housing post-Games

In the Good News newsletter – thanks to Pam P. A new low-carbon, mixed-use neighborhood was designed with the city’s future in mind. The Olympics is just a temporary guest. BY ADELE PETERS3 MINUTE READ When thousands of athletes move into … Continue reading

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Spousal sensibilities

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Food Innovations That Came from War

Thank Uncle Sam for Cheetos, air fryers, and other modern mainstays. BY DIANA HUBBELL (thanks to Mary M.) in Atlas Obscura Whether invented at the U.S. Army Natick Soldier Systems Center or by subcontracted private companies, many processed foods now common in civilian … Continue reading

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