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Why are ultra-processed food firms panicking and suing? Because they know time is running out | Felicity Lawrence
Felicity Lawrence argues that ultra-processed food companies are increasingly using lawsuits and denial to delay regulations as evidence of health harms strengthens. She compares their tactics with those previously used by tobacco and fossil-fuel industries, warning that legal challenges can deter governments from introducing measures to reduce obesity and diet-related disease. Since 2010, food and…
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Why was Taiwan’s president evacuated in the middle of the night?
Taiwan’s president, William Lai, took part in an overnight emergency evacuation drill as part of the island’s annual Han Kuang military exercises, prompting questions about the reasoning behind moving the head of state in the middle of the night. The exercises, running from 5 to 14 August, are designed to test Taiwan’s readiness for a…
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Significant update on Aussie tradie who nearly died after his robot vacuum exploded – as new details about the rarity emerge
A Perth tradesman who was critically injured when a robot vacuum cleaner reportedly exploded has received a significant update on his recovery. The case has drawn attention to the potential fire risks associated with lithium-ion batteries in household devices, although such incidents are understood to be uncommon. The man, Lachie, suffered serious burns and was…
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Parker’s positive test for cocaine caused by nutritionist
Former world heavyweight champion Joseph Parker’s nutritionist was the reason traces of cocaine were found in a UK Anti-Doping (Ukad) test, according to investigation report.
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Bombs, heists and big cats: TV’s 25 best true-crime shows ever
This Guardian article rounds up what its writers consider the 25 best true-crime television shows ever made, spanning cold-case murders, elaborate scams, cults and heists. It comes as Netflix releases A Toxic Love Story, a new documentary about a California couple who framed an innocent woman, which critics are calling a return to form for…
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The 8 healthiest beans you should be eating more often, according to nutrition expert
Health experts are urging Americans to eat more beans and legumes, noting they are cheap, nutrient-dense foods that remain underused despite their wide-ranging health benefits. New York-based nutrition and wellness expert Samantha Cassetty, founder of Sam’s Plate, says fewer than 14% of American adults eat beans on any given day, which she calls a missed…
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Aaron Donald takes major step toward Los Angeles Rams return; decision expected soon
Aaron Donald has taken a significant step towards an NFL comeback, holding a formal workout with the Los Angeles Rams as speculation grows over a possible return to the team he starred for throughout his career. The move fuels ongoing talk that the star defensive lineman, who retired after the 2023 season, could rejoin the…
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Miranda Kerr’s ultra-specific diet includes venison for breakfast, no eggs or seed oils
Model Miranda Kerr has shared details of her strict daily diet, telling Kristin Cavallari on the “Let’s Be Honest” podcast that food became “medicine” for her after she became unwell. Her regimen notably excludes eggs and seed oils, foods she avoids for health reasons, while embracing more unconventional choices such as venison in the morning.…
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Lindsay Clancy strikes evidence deal as fingerprint gap opens trial debate, expert says
Lindsay Clancy, the Massachusetts mother charged with killing her three children, agreed in court to a stipulation accepting certain forensic facts as established, sparing prosecutors from having to prove them at trial. The move came shortly before a state police trooper testified that investigators found no usable fingerprints on a knife or three exercise bands…