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Health

More than 150 in U.S. became sick due to a possible salmonella outbreak in cucumbers

Ayana Archie

More than 150 people across more than 20 states have fallen ill after being exposed to cucumbers that were possibly contaminated with salmonella, the CDC said Wednesday. No deaths have been reported.
Economy

Costco hot dogs have cost $1.50 since the 1980s. Here's why prices aren't changing

Rachel Treisman

Costco's new leadership says the $1.50 price tag on its beloved hot dog combo is "safe." Experts explain how the retailer has defied inflation — and why it's willing to eat the cost.
International

This chef in Rwanda wants to create a revolution in African cuisine

Matt Ozug

Juana Summers

Tinbete Ermyas

Meza Malonga, a restaurant in Rwanda's capital Kigali, serves innovative Afro-fusion cuisine. Chef Dieuveil Malonga opened it in 2020, after years of working in high-end European restaurants.
From Pop-Tarts to Happy Meals, a food writer recreates American classics with an Asian flavor

Juliana Kim

While the restaurant world diversifies, Taiwanese American food creator Frankie Gaw saw American grocery stores still stocked with the same ingredients and flavors from decades ago. So, he came up with his own versions of Cheerios and Pop-Tarts.
Economy

A lawsuit accuses Hershey's of using 'deceptive' packaging on Reese's products

Jonathan Franklin

Four plaintiffs in Florida say Hershey falsely represented several Reese's Peanut Butter products by showing "explicit carved-out artistic designs" on the wrappers being sold.
Economy

Red Lobster files for bankruptcy after missteps including all-you-can-eat shrimp

Alina Selyukh

The seafood chain is in hot water after a series of bad choices by a parade of executives. Almost 580 restaurants will stay open, after dozens closed abruptly last week.
Economy

Egg and milk prices fall, fueling hope for interest rate cuts

Scott Horsley

Inflation eased last month, according to a report Wednesday from the Labor Department, which means people feeling stretched by high prices and high borrowing costs could feel a little relief soon.
Economy

Aldi and Hy-Vee stores recall cream cheese varieties for possible salmonella risk

Ayana Archie

There have been no reports of negative reactions as a result of the recall, the FDA said last week. The products should be thrown away, or returned to either an Aldi or HyVee store for a full refund.
Economy

Panera says it will stop serving 'Charged Sips' drinks at center of lawsuits

The Associated Press

Panera Bread said it's discontinuing its Charged Sips drinks that were tied to at least two wrongful death lawsuits due to their high caffeine content.
Cicadas are back on the menu. One chef shares his dish ideas — and an easy recipe

Paige Waterhouse

Jan Johnson

Leila Fadel

Chef Joseph Yoon plans to transform dual emerging cicada broods into edible delicacies.