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Japanese restaurateurs in China lament diplomatic tensions

Japanese restaurant owners had hoped China would lift a ban on imports of Japanese seafood, but that's now looking unlikely amid an increasingly heated diplomatic spat between Beijing and Tokyo.

Reuters

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Which reigns supreme? Favorite Thanksgiving sides by state

We’re usually dividing up the country by the kind of weather you’re having, but a new list shows people across the country have strong feelings about their favorite Thanksgiving foods. Watch this video to see which side dishes made it in...

The Weather Channel

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New study warns of dangers of ultra-processed foods

New research is linking ultra-processed foods to higher risks of obesity, diabetes, heart disease and early death. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder explains what to know.

CBS News

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Why it can be hard to avoid ultra-processed foods

Research has shown how bad ultra-processed foods can be for people’s health, but factors including the cost of fresh foods and food literacy can make them harder to avoid for some Canadians.

CBC News

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Deep-fried turkeys pose fire danger ahead of Thanksgiving

As Thanksgiving nears, safety experts warn that deep-frying turkeys can spark dangerous fires if precautions aren't followed.

AccuWeather

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Trump cuts tariffs on some foods as inflation concerns mount

U.S. President Donald Trump has rolled back tariffs on more than 200 food products, including such staples as coffee, beef, bananas and orange juice, in the face of growing angst among American consumers about the high cost of groceries.

Reuters

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Brewing up Kenya’s coffee culture with barista champion

At just 28, Esther Atieno is a two-time barista champion, breaking barriers, and now she’s brewing pride and passion through her coffee school.

DW News

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Kelp forest off Cape Town provides inspiration for local chef

Kelp is essential to oceans, providing a habitat for numerous marine life and keeping the ocean clean by trapping carbon. It's also long been a part of Asian cuisine, but now a chef in Cape Town is turning seaweed into a gastronomic expe...

Africanews

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Swiss Gruyere crowned 2025 World Cheese Champion

A Swiss Gruyere was crowned the 2025 World Cheese Champion on Thursday, seeing off competition from more than 5,000 rivals from 46 countries.

France 24

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Eating ultra-processed foods linked to early colorectal cancer

A new U.S. study published in JAMA Oncology links eating more ultra-processed foods with developing early colorectal polyps, which could be one answer for the rising rates of colorectal cancer in younger adults.

CBC News

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Ultra-processed foods linked to colon cancer risk in new study

Dr. Celine Gounder explains a new study that found a possible link between ultra-processed foods and a higher risk of colon cancer.

CBS News

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Trump proposes tariffs on Italian pasta companies

A new wave of tariffs could cause many Italian pastas to disappear from grocery shelves. A report from the Wall Street Journal details the Trump administration's plan to impose duties of 107% on Italian pasta imports.

CBS America

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Artificial food dyes under fire: A health win or pricey change?

The Make America Healthy Again initiative is driving a nationwide push to phase out petroleum-based artificial food dyes by 2026. Big brands pledge changes, but experts warn natural colors are costlier, less stable, and harder to source,...

Scripps News

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Lobster – a delicacy that divides the room

What makes this sea creature so special? And why is eating it controversial? We visited Cornwall, where lobster is a feature of daily life.

DW News

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Inside a dads' hunt for the perfect burger

A California group of dads made it their mission to find the perfect burger. Itay Hod shows how they take the search to a new level.

CBS America

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Who is most in need of food assistance right now

A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to fully fund Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits this month. Stephanie Kingsbury, the executive director of Mustard Seed Ministries, joins 'The Daily Report" to discuss...

CBS America

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Texas Food Banks spending $1 Mn per week to keep up with shutdown

The Central Texas Food Bank serves 21 counties in the state, and CEO Sari Vatske told CBS News' Omar Villafranca that they've gone from spending $1.3 million monthly to $1 million weekly on food as the government shutdown drags on.

CBS America

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Alberta whisky could become a thing – legally

Kentucky bourbon, French champagne or even Mexican tequila are all iconic drinks known for their region of origin. Does Alberta whisky deserve a place on that shelf?

CBC News

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Disney Chefs breakdown the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival

The biggest Festival is here, EPCOT’s International Food and Wine Festival. What better way to explore it then by speaking directly with one of the Chefs. He reveals some of his favorites like the Korean BBQ.

IGN

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Listeria outbreak linked to grocery pasta meals leaves six dead

Most of the recalled pasta products have already passed their expiration dates, except for Scott & Jon’s Shrimp Scampi with Linguini bowls.

Scripps News

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SNAP benefits could resume on Wednesday, Treasury Secretary says

Some recipients of the federal food aid funding said they'll believe it when they see it.

News 12

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Candy companies subbing out real chocolate to beat cocoa prices

A new report from The New York Times explores why companies are substituting real chocolate with other ingredients due to climate change.

CBS America

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Investigation finds possible lead contamination in some baby formulas

A Consumer Reports investigation found that about half of 41 samples of infant formula contained potentially harmful levels of at least one contaminant, including lead and arsenic.

CBS America

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Popup food banks offer lifeline to military families amid shutdown

With the government shutdown causing uncertainty for service members who already struggle to make ends meet, popup food banks could be a lifeline.

CBS America

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How a SNAP funding lapse will affect Americans

More than 42 million Americans across the country who rely on the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, also known as SNAP, will lose the benefit Saturday as the shutdown continues.

CBS America

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Why won't Trump call lapsing food aid an emergency?

President Trump has declared a number of emergencies in his second term, but lapsing food assistance is not one of them.

CBS America

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What makes pumpkin soup the perfect fall comfort food?

Creamy, spicy, or mild – pumpkin soup brings color, warmth, and comfort to chilly days. A golden classic you can’t skip in fall.

DW News

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Unemployed cancer survivor fears food aid cutoff as shutdown drags on

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has posted a notice on its website saying federal food aid will not go out on Nov. 1, raising the stakes for families nationwide as the government shutdown drags on.

CBS America

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Shutdown hits flights and food aid as pressure builds for a deal

With the shutdown approaching nearly a month, there are no signs a solution to opening the government is any closer. Nikole Killion reports there are more pressure points emerging in the coming days.

CBS America

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SNAP funds to run out as shutdown stalemate enters 5th week

Nearly 42 million Americans will not receive benefits from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, starting Saturday (November 1), due to the ongoing government shutdown.

CBS America