China embraces American fast food during London trade discussions
At the conclusion of the second day of US-China trade talks in London, the Chinese negotiators threw in the towel. Sources indicated that the Chinese delegation, feeling a bit peckish, opted for takeout from McDonald’s, Burger King, and KFC, placing their order around 7:30 PM local time. In contrast, the US team—comprised of Treasury Secretary […]
Sam’s Club’s ‘Made Without’ program approaches its aim to eliminate synthetic dyes from food and beverages
Sam’s Club Joins Effort to Remove Synthetic Dyes from Foods Responding to a call from HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Sam’s Club is actively working to eliminate synthetic dyes from its food and beverage offerings. The company’s “Made Without” initiative has made significant progress, achieving 96% of its goal to remove artificial colors, additives, […]
Government approves $50 million for Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Food support
US Suspends Contract for Therapeutic Foods Amid Humanitarian Commitment The US Department of State has put a hold on the contract for ready-to-use therapeutic foods (RUTF), but officials emphasize a continued dedication to providing humanitarian assistance. A senior State Department official stated that, as USAID shifts in alignment with the State Department, the focus remains […]
Canned food prices may increase by up to 30 cents each because of tariffs on steel.
Prices for cans of soup, beans, and even pineapples are likely to rise—not necessarily because of the food inside, but due to the can itself. The Trump administration’s recent decision to increase tariffs on imported steel by 50% is projected to elevate the cost of tin-coated steel, a crucial component for food cans. Experts in […]
New Costco food court beverage featuring real fruit sparks mixed reactions among members
New Drink at Costco Food Court: A Mixed Reception Costco’s Food Court has introduced a new frozen strawberry lemonade just in time for summer, and reactions from members are rolling in. Shared on Instagram by a popular page focused on the wholesale giant, the frozen strawberry lemonade is priced at $2.99 and contains 250 calories. […]
How many unapproved ingredients ended up in our food and what the FDA can do about it
Around 1,000 ingredients found in grocery store foods have never undergone safety checks by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This has raised significant safety concerns among experts. So, how did the FDA allow this to happen? The answer seems to stem from a somewhat flexible understanding of lesser-known regulatory bodies. Companies can often decide […]
Alabama officials suggest securing food stamp cards to stop fraud from other states.
Alabama DHR Encourages EBT Cardholders to Use Lock Feature The Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR) is urging EBT card users to utilize the new lock/unlock feature available through the Connectebt app and website. Particularly, the “Lock Cards Anywhere” option is recommended to help prevent state fraud. From May 2023 through December 20, 2024, the […]
Federal officials claim that a supposed scheme by Chinese researchers to bring a harmful fungus into the US is an assault on the nation’s food supply.
National security officials, along with some members of Congress, have raised alarms over allegations involving two Chinese researchers who were romantically linked and allegedly smuggled samples of harmful fungi into the United States. Jiang, 33, a steadfast Communist Party supporter and researcher at the University of Michigan, has claimed she transported the pathogen unlawfully alongside […]
Emma Kate Boyd, a TikTok user, reveals her method for getting free food on the Uber Eats app.
A woman claims that Uber finds ways to offer free food when people make their orders, suggesting all it takes is a little kindness. Emma Kate Boyd, a content creator on TikTok, shared her experience, saying that a nice caption can work wonders. For her order from Miss Chu, a Vietnamese restaurant in Melbourne, she […]
DNC’s anti-Trump ‘TACO’ food truck event receives criticism from conservatives
DNC’s Food Truck Stunt Targets Republican Party The Democratic National Committee (DNC) parked a food truck wrapped in a custom design outside the Republican National Committee headquarters in Washington, D.C., as a jab at their customs policy. This prank drew significant backlash from conservative circles. The DNC cleverly used the acronym “Taco,” which stands for […]