Food fad or science – or both

Dean Phillips: Trump 'more than a passing fad'

Rep. Dean Phillips (D-Minn.) argued that President-elect Trump is “more than a passing fad” who has become a “historical” political figure and created a movement that Democrats did not see coming. ...

Politics - The Hill - November 8

The new Republican war on science

Robert F Kennedy Jr’s appointment is characteristic of Trump’s hostility to expertise

Business - Financial Times - 4 days ago

The Science That Makes Baseball Mud ‘Magical’

Scientists dug up the real dirt on the substance applied to all the baseballs used in the major leagues.

Science - The New York Times - November 5

America’s visa system is stifling science and innovation

Americans who are used to simply flashing their passports and waltzing into a foreign country may not realize how hard it is going in the other direction.

Politics - The Hill - November 1

The biometric retreat: executive getaways that fight stress with science

High-tech programmes use detailed health screening as the latest tool to reduce burnout

Business - Financial Times - November 3

Climate Science Can’t Keep Up With the Warming Planet

We need more timely updates in response to the rapid changes to the climate.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 14

Harvard professor Arthur Brooks on the science of happiness

Harvard professor and bestselling author Arthur Brooks breaks down to David Begnaud how understanding enjoyment, satisfaction, and meaning can transform well-being.

Charting a course for science during Trump's second term

Scientists and policy experts are concerned about the implications of a second term for Donald Trump on the future of science, as the challenges facing society and the world are increasingly ...

Politics - The Hill - Yesterday

The mind-bending new science of measuring time

In windowless labs in Colorado sit the 20 atomic clocks the world sets its watch by. They’re barely keeping up

Business - Financial Times - Yesterday

Are food recalls and outbreaks on the rise?

The FDA says America's food supply is still "one of the safest in the world," despite some recent high-profile recalls and outbreaks.

Dishing up space food

At the Johnson Space Food Systems Laboratory in Houston, NASA scientists develop dishes – freeze-dried, heat-stabilized, or irradiated – to serve on the International Space Station. Correspondent ...

Ozempic Could Crush the Junk Food Industry. But It Is Fighting Back.

As revolutionary new weight-loss drugs turn consumers off ultraprocessed foods, the industry is on the hunt for new products.

Health - The New York Times - 4 days ago

Why the U.S. is growing less food

Fruit production is down nearly 36% in 2024 from 2003, while vegetable production is down 6.3%, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Business - CNBC - 2 days ago

Firefighters battle wildfires on both coasts

From New Jersey to California, wildfires are continuing to rage on both coasts and despite current weather conditions offering some relief, the situation is far from over. NBC News’ George Solis ...

‘Five to ten seconds appears to be optimal’: the science behind hugs

As an airport limits goodbye cuddles to three minutes, here’s a guide to different embraces, and their positive effects. Be it a brief squeeze or a bone-crushing bear hug, few can deny the comfort ...

World - The Guardian - October 26

Cargo ship launched to space station with science gear, holiday treats

With an Election Day docking, the cargo ship will deliver 3 tons of supplies and equipment, including an unusual wooden satellite.

Reasons to be hopeful: five ways science is making the world better

If Trump’s re-election is getting you down, these innovations in medicine and technology should cheer you up. Ian Sample Continue reading...

World - The Guardian - November 9

Bayer’s stock slumps after warning on crop-sciences unit

Bayer’s stock slumped on Tuesday as the German giant gave a profit warning on agricultural demand.

Business - MarketWatch - November 12

Why do we cry? An expert explains the science behind it.

Why do we cry? There's actually some good reasons for it — and an explanation for why shedding some tears can make us feel better.

Junk science provides legal ammo for mass lawsuit deception

Plaintiffs' lawyers are using junk science to manipulate mass tort cases, causing a chilling effect on scientific innovation and a hidden "tort tax" of $3,965 per family.

Politics - The Hill - November 16

Bestselling author explains the science of happiness: "You can do the work"

Bestselling author and Harvard professor Arthur Brooks opens up about how enjoyment, satisfaction and meaning in life can increase a person's wellbeing.

'It's not rocket science': Senate Democrats detail lessons from their victories

Senate Democrats who pulled off victories even as President-elect Donald Trump won their states believe the Democratic Party can learn some lessons from their races as it grapples with losing ...

Politics - NBC News - 4 days ago

Weed for PTSD? Eager for Better Cannabis Science, F.D.A. Clears Study.

The decision is the latest sign that federal health officials want more research on medical marijuana as its use grows.

Top stories - The New York Times - 3 days ago

Group rescues food that would otherwise go to waste

The Washington, D.C.-based World Bank is helping with the transfer of a crucial currency, health food, ensuring it goes to people in need instead of in a landfill. Natalie Brand explains.

Woolworths Cuts Expectations for Australian Food Earnings

Australian grocer Woolworths expects fiscal first-half earnings in its key Australian food division to be below previous expectations, as customers continue to be price conscious when facing cost ...

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 29

Hidden sugars in Asia’s baby food spark concerns

The BBC takes a closer look at the products more and more parents are turning to for their children.

Growing Food Instead of Lawns in California Front Yards

Front yards transformed to tiny crop farms in Los Angeles provide vegetables to dozens of families and use a fraction of the water needed by grass.

World - The New York Times - November 6

King champions food poverty project on working birthday

The King is spending his 76th birthday opening new hubs to redistribute food which would otherwise be thrown away.

Fast-Food Franchisees Hope for a Turnaround Year in 2025

Signs an inflation-driven slump in 2024 is slowly turning into a rebound include stable pricing and increased sales.

Business - Inc. - 5 days ago

WATCH: Bear scavenges for food in Tennessee wine shop

A black bear in Tennessee barged into a wine shop in search of food. After knocking over a few items, the bear gave up.

A taste of Latin-American Miami with chef Michelle Bernstein

Where the celebrity chef and restaurateur heads in her hometown for Cuban, Central and South American cuisine

World - Financial Times - 3 days ago

The Founders of Sweetgreen and Ghia on Shaking Up the Food and Beverage Industry

At the Inc. 5000 Conference, Sweetgreen’s Nicolas Jammet and Ghia’s Melanie Masarin shared their tips for disrupting consumer tastes in fast-casual dining and beverages.

Business - Inc. - 2 days ago

What to expect for Thanksgiving food prices this year

The American Farm Bureau Federation's annual survey found a difference between 2024 and 2023 Thanksgiving dinner prices. Business Insider senior personal finance reporter Jennifer Streaks discusses ...

This week on "Sunday Morning" (November 24): The Food Issue

Jane Pauley hosts our annual "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" holiday broadcast exploring all things epicurean! Check out our menu...

"Sunday Morning" 2024 "Food Issue" recipe index

Delicious menu suggestions from top chefs, cookbook authors, food writers, restaurateurs, and the editors of Food & Wine magazine.

A craving for good food flips gender roles in Italy

Around the world, women cook more meals per week than men, but Italy serves as the exception to the rule.

World - CBS News - Yesterday

Serving up home-cooked dog food

In the U.S., commercially-produced pet food is a $50 billion a year industry. But some advocate for healthier meals for your beloved dog – food that's in line with what canines have eaten for ...

Soldiers who lost both legs in Afghanistan reunite

David Jack Plant and Antony “Coops” Cooper lost both their legs within minutes of each other in Afghanistan.

Election map shows path to winning for both candidates

Using an election map, NBC News' Tom Llamas explains how Vice President Harris and former President Trump could win tomorrow's election.

Train safety system failed before fatal crash, report says

David Tudor Evans died after the crash and four others were seriously injured.

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