Frozen food company closes California plant, resulting in 260 job losses
A well-known organic-food company is stepping back from its California operations, deciding to close its original factory in Santa Rosa. This move will affect around 260 jobs as part of a significant restructuring plan. Amy’s Kitchen, a family-owned business with annual retail sales near $1 billion, will transition production from Santa Rosa to manufacturing sites […]
25,000 pounds of frozen buffalo chicken items recalled due to inspection problem
Approximately 25,000 pounds of frozen buffalo chicken products are being recalled because they were made without proper inspection, according to the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) of the Department of Agriculture, which made the announcement on Wednesday. The Boston-based company, Shanghai Ravioli Corporation, is involved in recalling nearly 24,900 pounds of these not-ready-to-eat buffalo […]
New York’s ‘frozen zone’ around unstable high-rise leaves many stuck
On Tuesday, residents, workers, and tourists evacuated the area around a buckled building in Midtown and are now uncertain about when they can safely return to what has become a “frozen zone.” Nine buildings were cleared out around 8 a.m. due to critical issues at the 37-story former Pfizer headquarters on East 42nd Street. City […]
Frozen funds will not “reach Iran” under MOU supported by Trump, US official says
The Trump administration is asserting that billions in frozen Iranian assets will not actually reach Iran, countering claims that the White House is set to finance one of its biggest adversaries. “This money will never impact Iran,” a senior U.S. official stated. Officials clarify that the funds will be treated like an escrow account; payments […]
Trump and Iran dispute control over billions in overseas frozen assets, expert states
U.S.-Iran Negotiations in Switzerland Over Frozen Assets During talks in Switzerland on Sunday, U.S. and Iranian negotiators faced significant disagreements regarding billions in potentially unfrozen Iranian assets, a situation that could challenge the strength of their recent interim agreement. The U.S. and Iranian governments are just starting to implement a memorandum of understanding signed on […]
U.S. Considers Using Frozen Iranian Funds to Help Gulf Allies After Attacks
U.S. Considers Using Frozen Iranian Assets for Gulf Allies’ Recovery The Trump administration is looking into the possibility of using frozen Iranian assets to assist Gulf allies that have been affected by missile and drone attacks from Iran. This review is happening as Iranian officials demand the release of billions from the same funds, tying […]
Costco recalls frozen food product due to salmonella concerns
Recall of Frozen Cheese Bread Products at Costco Costco is recalling frozen cheese bread products due to potential salmonella contamination, and they have been advised to inform customers who bought these items. The recall, initiated by Champion Foods LLC, involves select batches of Motor City Pizza Company’s 5-Cheese Bread. This decision came after an ingredient […]
Frozen pizzas recalled due to salmonella risk
A recall has been issued for frozen pizzas sold at Walmart and Aldi due to potential salmonella contamination. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) released a health alert on April 30, which includes various meat and poultry items as well as certain FDA-regulated dairy products. The recall specifically affects two […]
Scientists thaw 24,000-year-old frozen ‘zombie worm,’ and it surprisingly began to reproduce.
Reviving the Zombie Worm It thawed and then it grew. Researchers have managed to revive a so-called ‘zombie worm’ that was frozen for an incredible 24,000 years. This remarkable feat sheds light on how life can endure prolonged periods in some of the most extreme environments. A study in Current Biology focuses on the microbe, […]
Frozen fried rice from Trader Joe’s recalled due to glass fragments in 43 states
Recall of Trader Joe’s Frozen Vegetable Fried Rice The USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service has announced an extensive recall involving nearly 10 million pounds of frozen vegetable fried rice sold at Trader Joe’s across numerous states. Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. initiated the recall after discovering small glass shards in the product. These glass […]