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Francesca Hong defends call to ‘cancel Thanksgiving,’ but says ‘views can evolve’
Democratic socialist and former Wisconsin state Rep. Francesca Hong (D) on Monday defended a past social media post urging the country to “cancel Thanksgiving” further leaning into her progressive agenda that’s gained traction for her Wisconsin gubernatorial campaign. Hong, a professional chef, said Thanksgiving is a “time that’s incredibly painful for many people in our…
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Grieving chef issues heartbreaking message to the elderly driver who mowed down and killed his wife at a pedestrian crossing: “Why?’
A husband has spoken out after his wife was struck and killed by an elderly driver while crossing the road at a pedestrian crossing in Lakemba, Sydney. The chef issued an emotional plea directed at the driver, asking simply “why?” as he grapples with the sudden loss of his wife in the tragic incident. The…
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Whole Foods didn’t violate labor law with Black Lives Matter clothing ban, board rules
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) ruled that Whole Foods did not violate federal labor law by prohibiting its employees from wearing apparel that said “Black Lives Matter,” handing Amazon’s grocery chain a victory in the yearslong dispute over workplace dress codes. In a 2-1 decision issued Friday, the Republican-led board found that employees who…
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In-N-Out Burger shooter Chad Williams, 24, was IMPEACHED while at college, as former classmate reveals what sent him off the rails
A former classmate of Chad Williams, the 24-year-old identified as the gunman in a shooting at an In-N-Out Burger restaurant, has spoken out about the shooter’s background, revealing that Williams was impeached from a position while at college. The classmate’s account offers insight into events that reportedly preceded the shooting, though full details of the…
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The best microwaves in the UK for every kitchen and budget – tested
The Guardian’s consumer technology reviewer tested 10 microwave ovens from leading brands across various price points, evaluating them on everyday tasks such as reheating drinks, cooking jacket potatoes, defrosting and popping popcorn. The review aims to help shoppers pick a model suited to how they actually use a microwave, noting the appliances’ speed and lower…
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In the kitchen with RFK Jr. … bon appetit?
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. recently launched a new cooking show on HBO called “The Real Food Show.”
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‘Foolish’ restaurant manager accused of sparking mass panic in Sydney’s Entertainment Quarter with a fake gun was in costume
A restaurant manager in Sydney’s Entertainment Quarter at Moore Park sparked panic among the public after being spotted carrying what appeared to be a firearm, prompting alarmed onlookers to flee the area and alert police. It later emerged that the object was a fake gun forming part of a costume, and the man has been…
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Purple Carrot Meal Kit Review: Tastier Than Meal Kits With Meat
Wired’s review of Purple Carrot, a US vegan meal-kit delivery service, gives it a strong 8/10, arguing that its recipes rival or beat many meat-based meal-kit competitors on taste and culinary ambition. The reviewer, an omnivore and experienced food critic, singles out dishes such as pecan-topped, five-spice butternut squash dumplings as standout meals, praising the…
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Fridge blunders over what food should go in the fridge leaves Britons hot under the collar
A report highlights widespread confusion among Britons over which foods genuinely need to be kept in the fridge, with many households apparently getting it wrong. The mix-up matters because incorrectly storing food can affect its taste, texture and safety, potentially leading to unnecessary waste or, in some cases, spoiled produce being eaten. Common points of…
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The sneaky economics of healthwashing
“Healthwashing” describes the marketing tactics food companies use to make products appear healthier than they really are, often to justify premium prices. The Planet Money piece explains this through the economic concept of asymmetric information: because buyers cannot easily verify a product’s true nutritional content, sellers have an incentive to mislead them with buzzwords, appealing…