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The role cigarettes and chocolates played in tackling a TB epidemic

In 1957, Glasgow had the highest death rate from TB in Europe so health officials offered free prize draws for those who got X-rayed.

Halloween chocolate lovers are about to get some good news

The price of cocoa has nearly doubled this year. Here’s why chocolate lovers aren’t likely to see a huge price hike this Halloween.

Business - MarketWatch - October 18

Why Trick-or-Treaters May Miss Out on Chocolate Candy This Halloween

Houses trick-or-treaters visit this year could be handing out fewer chocolate bars in favor of other confectioneries or snacks as cocoa-based candies are more expensive than ever.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 30

Europe’s chocolate groups lead opposition to EU deforestation law delay

Nestlé, Ferrero and more than 50 other companies say the uncertainty is putting investment at risk

World - Financial Times - 2 days ago

Starbucks Is Bringing Back the Condiment Bar

Coffee chain’s CEO calls for decisive steps including a pledge not to raise U.S. prices over the next year.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 30

Crisps, nuts, pastries, chocolate – put me at the wheel of a car and I will eat the lot | Adrian Chiles

There is something about hitting the road that makes me act as if it’s my birthday or I’m on an arduous hike. I’m driven by forces I cannot fathom. Tim Spector, the doctor and diet bloke behind the ...

World - The Guardian - October 16

Kamala Harris Wears a Dark Suit and Weary Smile in Concession Speech

In her concession speech, Kamala Harris offered an image for a long fight.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - Yesterday

Why are Costco's gold bars selling out?

Investors are still buying up Costco's supply of gold bars — and there are a few big reasons behind this trend.

Pro-Israel Columbia professor barred from campus

An assistant professor at Columbia University was barred from campus starting Tuesday night, with the school accusing him of harassment and intimidation directed at other employees. Shai Davidai, ...

Politics - The Hill - October 16

Why bars and restaurants are shedding 'Sunday Ticket' subscriptions

As most NFL fans know, Google’s YouTube replaced DirecTV last year as the exclusive provider of “Sunday Ticket.”

Are 1-ounce gold bars a safe investment this October?

Adding gold to your portfolio can be a wise move, but there are still risks that come with this type of investing.

Pensioner barred from Butlin's weekday solo visit

Malcolm says he is upset as he and his family have been going to Butlin's for years.

Two Bar Patrons Step Into a Twitter Feed

Tina Survilla Lindell and Cesar Kuriyama, who met at the start of the pandemic, connected over the temporary closing of their favorite bar.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - 15 hours ago

The Dark Spiral of a Modern Sports Gambler

He thought he had found a hack. Then the losses piled up, and Jordan Holt “couldn’t stop.”

Sports - The New York Times - October 14

Brianna was immersed in darkness, inquest told

An inquest into the death of murder victim Brianna Ghey, 16, heard details of her mental health struggles.

The Jets Have Entered the Dark Ages

A road game against the Patriots was supposed to be a respite. Instead, New York reached a new low, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

Sports - The New York Times - October 28

Elon Musk was not barred from UK investment summit, says cabinet minister

SpaceX owner would be invited in future if he had investment streams the UK could bid for, says Peter Kyle. Elon Musk would be welcome at future UK investment summits if and when he had investment ...

World - The Guardian - October 14

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