Stampede in Yemen’s Capital Kills Dozens Seeking Food Aid, Houthis Say
Hundreds of people had gathered at a school for an event organized by merchants, according to the Houthi-run Interior Ministry.
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Canada shuts baby eel fishery after string of attacks on harvesters
Officials announce 45-day ban on harvesting elvers in provinces of Nova Scotia and New BrunswickCanada has temporarily shut down its baby eel fishery following a string of attacks on harvesters, as well as mounting concerns over widespread poaching of …
Cost of British food basics increases by up to 80% in a year
Cheddar and budget sausages sold by Asda were highest risers, with supermarkets’ prices for oats and skimmed milk also soaringThe price of staple foods such as cheddar cheese, white bread and pork sausages has soared by up to 80% in some shops over the…
King Charles and Camilla choose coronation quiche as signature dish
Recipe follows coronation chicken and platinum pudding as suggested centrepiece for parties and eventsFrom coronation chicken to platinum pudding, royal occasions demand a signature dish and King Charles III’s coronation is no exception.The “coronation…
In Pakistan, Economic Crisis Mutes Ramadan Celebrations
Rampant inflation, damaged crops and the war in Ukraine have sent food prices soaring during the Muslim holy month of daytime fasting and nighttime feasting.
Is ice-cream good for you? Scientists divided on claims about health benefits
Suggestions in the US that eating the dessert can be beneficial have been greeted by a ripple of scepticism from British expertsDelicious, sweet and full of saturated fat, the concept of ice-cream as a health food is as ridiculous as it is compelling.B…
How African Restaurant Baobab Fare Found Success in Detroit
Hamissi Mamba, a refugee from Burundi, knew little of American culture when he arrived eight years ago and learned English watching the “Peppa Pig” cartoon. But he opened his dream restaurant, and the accolades have rolled in.
‘Booker’s remorse’: Australian fine dining cancellations up 88% last year as punters turn to pubs
Schnitzels are in and souffle is out as the cost-of-living crisis bites and diners seek more affordable, flexible dining optionsGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcastAustralian diners are trading souffle for schnitzel…
Cracking method or recipe for disaster? The science behind Senator Helen Polley’s TikTok microwave egg-in-foil hack
The Labor senator says she’s been boiling eggs wrapped in foil in the microwave for 25 years or more, ‘and I’ve never had a mishap’Get our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcastLabor senator Helen Polley has raised eyebrows w…
Shoppers in Great Britain switch to frozen food amid cost of living crisis
Such products doing ‘notably better’ than fresh items, data from Kantar reported by BBC showsBritish shoppers are switching from fresh to frozen food as they try to keep down spending amid the cost of living crisis, retail data suggests.The soaring cos…