RFK Jr. is correct: Prohibit soda and candy from being purchased with food stamps
Political courage is hard to find these days, and common sense often seems to be dismissed as just another conspiracy theory. However, this week, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made a statement that should have been made long ago. He addressed Big Soda, saying, “It’s not a taxpayer dime.” He emphasized […]
Consumers will face increased prices on items from toilet paper to candy as companies transfer tariff costs.
Shoppers at supermarkets can expect to shoulder higher costs due to President Trump’s tariffs on everyday items such as toilet paper, toothpaste, chocolate bars, and ketchup. Procter & Gamble, a key player in household products, has revealed plans to increase prices on around 25% of its U.S. offerings to counteract the effects of the $1 […]
76-year-old gave kids candy with sedatives at nearby summer camp, leading to 9 hospitalizations: police
76-Year-Old Man Arrested for Allegedly Giving Sedative-Laced Candy to Children at Summer Camp A 76-year-old man has been taken into custody following accusations of distributing sedative-laced candies to children at a rural summer camp in the UK. This troubling incident occurred last Sunday at Statan Lodge, where reports surfaced of several children feeling unwell. Officers […]
Stephen Colbert’s Strangers With Candy at the NY Comedy Festival: How to purchase tickets
Amid the buzz surrounding Stephen Colbert’s recent cancellation, there’s exciting news about a reunion. Colbert is set to celebrate another project, marking a special event. The host of the “Late Show” on CBS, which is slated to conclude in May 2026 for financial reasons, will join Amy Sedaris and Paul Dinello. Together, they’ll commemorate the […]
Trump’s tariffs dampen the launch of a candy store in NYC by a Zabar heir
The turbulence stemming from President Trump’s tariffs has posed significant challenges for new restaurant ventures in New York City, notably for establishments like the renowned Zabal family’s sweet shops. Currently, candy prices remain stable, aligning with other popular dining spots. It seems that food entrepreneurs are absorbing increased costs amid ongoing tariff uncertainties and various […]
The secret ‘Cotton Candy Sprite’ on McDonald’s menu has become a sensation; here’s the reason.
McDonald’s Secret Menu Hack: Cotton Candy Sprite Many fans of McDonald’s are excited about the possibility of hacking into their secret menu. For instance, there’s something called the “Cotton Candy Sprite” that you won’t find listed anywhere in the restaurant. So, how do you make it? It’s simple: just order a medium Sprite with three […]
Former executive of Mars candy subsidiary charged with stealing $28 million from company
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Before Wednesday's arrest, Paul Steed was a respected sugar market expert for a subsidiary of famous Candimaker Mars Inc. He served on the US Trade Advisory Committee for Sweeteners and Industry Associations while making presentations at conferences. Paul Steed of Stamford, Connecticut, has been accused of stealing more than $28 million […]
Under Biden, Zelensky Took Money Out of U.S. ‘Like Candy from a Baby’
President Donald Trump said on airing this week's Sunday Morning Futures that Ukrainian President Voldy Mirzelensky stole money from the United States “like baby candy” during the Biden administration. Host Maria Bartiromo said, “Let's go back to what happened in the oval office the other day. I call it Zelensky's Smackdown. It looked really rough, […]
Massachusetts Gov. Healey’s tax-heavy budget targets candy, tobacco, and charitable deductions
Governor Maura Hirey (D) announced the $ 62 billion year in 2026. Budget proposalIt contains a large number of tax hike, including candy and cigarettes. Hierley's proposed budget introduced in January has increased the overall expenditure of the state by 7.4 % compared to the previous year. “The priority of Governor Healey is clear. Increased […]
In cold and flu season, chicken noodle soup-flavored candy sells out upon launch
There's a new way to consume chicken noodle soup this cold and flu season. Progresso announced last week that it had launched a hard candy version of its chicken noodle soup called Soup Drops, but the soup-flavored candies quickly sold out. But the company assured curious customers that the candy would be back soon. “Well, […]