Mountain View, CA

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NewsNinja

An Aldi shopper recently shared her disturbing experience with a moldy rice package from the supermarket, sparking debate. A TikTok user named @defonotlils posted a video on June 6 that quickly became popular, accumulating more than 674,600 views. In the video, she shares what happened after finding out about something.

This is why I don’t shop at Aldi: Woman can’t believe what she found in her packaged rice from Aldi

Wisconsin State

The Packers and Stockyard Division is actively investigating Tyson Foods, one of the largest meat companies in the nation, according to interviews with contract growers and a USDA employee. The PSD, an arm of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, is tasked with investigating violations of the Packers and Stockyard Act...

Tyson Foods is being investigated by the USDA

Upworthy

For those of us who grew up in the United States eating lunch in a cafeteria, the idea of looking at a bunch of trays of school food may be less than compelling. But what's surprisingly interesting, however, is what children from the rest of the world are eating instead. Check out these common lunch dishes from around the globe and let us know they seem accurate.The photos were part of a project entitled "School Lunches Around the World" by Sweetgreen In Schools, a program "that educates kids about healthy eating, fitness, and sustainability through fun, hands-on activities."
  
  
  

  
  
  

  
  
  

  
  
  

  
  
  

  
  
  

  
  
  

  
  
  

  
  
  

  
  
  

  
  
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This is what school lunches look like around the world

Melbourne, FL

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Akeena

A Burger King location in Melbourne, Florida, has been temporarily shut down for the third time following since 2023 after a recent state inspection that identified multiple health violations. This incident underscores ongoing concerns regarding the restaurant's adherence to health and safety standards.

A dead lizard, dead roaches, rodent droppings - Florida fast food restaurant closed again

Health

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOMMedically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOMThough finding healthy options at coffee shops can be difficult while you're on the go, Starbucks offers several menu items, such as snacks and sandwiches made with healthy ingredients such as eggs, cheese, fruit, and beans, that can keep you full and nourished until your next meal.Plus, some menu items are appropriate for people following certain dietary patterns, such as plant-based and low-carb diets.1. Kale and Mushroom Egg BitesEgg bites are a protein-packed snack or light meal. Starbucks offers several egg bite flavors, including Kale and Mushroom Egg Bites. These...

What Are the Healthiest Foods at Starbucks?

South Carolina State

Florida State

Recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau reveals a significant trend: Florida is experiencing a substantial outflow of residents. According to the latest figures, over 275,000 individuals left Florida for other states in 2022.

Florida Sees Surge in Departures as Hundreds of Thousands Move Out

Real Simple

These foods must be thoroughly cooked before consumption.

7 Foods You Should Never Eat Raw, According to Registered Dietitians

The Healthy 

With school starting back up and schedules filling as we ease toward the fall, frozen, ready-to-eat meals can be quick and easy favorites. If your family is a fan of frozen chicken nuggets or chicken tenders, though, be sure to give the label a careful look, as a popular brand is recalling products across the country because of possible contamination with a foreign object.

More Than 167,000 Pounds of a Major Grocery Brand’s Chicken Have Been Recalled Nationwide

Reader's Digest

Picture it: You’ve just been seated at your favorite restaurant. You’re looking over the menu while the server describes the delicious specials, and your stomach is already rumbling. You just need to decide which tasty dish you’d like to order. As you think about it, what do you do? If you’re like most people, you touch your face, cradling your cheek in your palm or tapping a finger to your lips, nose or chin. These common “thinking gestures” wouldn’t be a problem—except the germiest item in the restaurant was probably just in your hands.

This Is the Germiest Item in a Restaurant, According to a Microbiologist

shefinds

A recent recall has affected thousands of cases of Great Value brand 100% Apple Juice sold at Walmart stores across 27 states due to dangerously high levels of inorganic arsenic.
On August 15, Refresco Beverages U.S. voluntarily recalled 9,535 cases ...

Apple Juice Pulled From Walmart Stores In 27 States After Being Classified ‘Highest Threat Level’ For Arsenic

On August 16, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that Perdue Foods LLC voluntarily recalled about 167,171 pounds of popular chicken breast and chicken tender products because they may have been contaminated with metal pieces. The issue was discovered after consumers complained about metal wires found in chicken products. No injuries or illnesses have been linked to the recall.

Perdue Recalls Nearly 170,000 Pounds of Its Most Popular Chicken Products—It May Contain Metal Wires

Deltona, FL

Aldi, the popular discount grocery chain, is facing significant pushback from shoppers as it moves forward with plans to convert several Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarket locations into Aldi stores. The move follows Aldi’s acquisition of Southeastern Grocers, the parent company of these iconic southern grocery chains, earlier this year.

Aldi Faces Backlash as It Converts Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarket Locations in Florida

Georgia State

DeanLand

Three earthquakes were recorded in Georgia during August, the strongest a 2.4 magnitude which occured far outside of the area where Georgia earthquakes most often occur. The quakes were recorded and reported by the US Geological Survey, which maintains seismograph stations throughout the US.

Rare SE Georgia Earthquake Recorded in August, State's Farthest South in 10 Years

Salem, OH

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Northern Kentucky Tribune

Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

Richmond, VA

Margaret Minnicks

WRIC 8 News reported that Richmond officials have confirmed that the city’s Greyhound Bus Service, located at 2910 N Arthur Ashe Blvd, Richmond, VA 23230, will close in October 2024.

Greyhound Bus Service is moving in October from current location in Richmond, Virginia

Virginia State

Irish Star

The death in Virginia follows fatalities in New Jersey and Illinois, with nine new cases of listeria confirmed since July 31

Third person dies from Listeria after eating contaminated deli meats

Wyoming State

WyoFile

Wyoming’s U.S. Sen. John Barrasso and Rep. Harriet Hageman handily staved off Republican challengers in Tuesday’s primary election. The Associated Press called the race at 8 p.m.

Barrasso, Hageman handily defeat Republican challengers

Tega Cay Sun

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announed a nationwide public health alert for various meat and poultry products that were illegally imported from the Republic of the Union of Myanmar, a country not authorized to export such products to the United States.

USDA Issues Nationwide Public Health Alert for Illegally Imported Meat and Poultry Products from Mya

Kentucky State

Jefferson County, KY

Louisville, KY

Federal, state and local public health officials have confirmed the first case of the Oropouche virus in Kentucky and Jefferson County in a person who had returned to Louisville after traveling to the Caribbean.

Health officials report first case of Oropouche virus, aka ‘Sloth Fever,’ confirmed in Kentucky

Cheyenne, WY

WHITE MOUNTAIN—“That’s a lot of horses,” lamented Cheyenne resident Robyn Smith from a high-desert ridgeline. It wasn’t her first exasperated exclamation. “Argh, oh crap,” was her immediate reaction to learning a federal judge had given the Bureau of Land Management the OK to proceed with plans to fully remove two wild horse herds from the landscape in southwest Wyoming.

BLM wins two lawsuits, clearing way for elimination of two Wyoming wild horse herds

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USDA makes changes to school lunch menus in the 2025-2026 school year

DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - Changes are coming to school cafeterias. The U.S. Department of Agriculture is updating school menus with healthier options, limiting sugar and sodium....

USDA makes changes to school lunch menus in the 2025-2026 school year

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