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Advice for dealing with seasonal viruses during the holidays

Americans are navigating seasonal viruses as they come together for the holidays. Dr. Céline Gounder, an internist, epidemiologist and infectious disease specialist, joins CBS News with more.

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Gingerbread City exhibition unveils candy-themed landmarks

The Museum of Architecture is again welcoming The Gingerbread City in 2025 in London. The exhibition invites architects, engineers and designers to create urban landscapes entirely from baked goods.

France 24

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Butterball hotline expert shares cooking tips for Thanksgiving turkey

For those taking the lead in the kitchen this Thanksgiving, it can be a lot of pressure to deliver that juicy, well-seasoned turkey. Mary Alice Coffey, an expert with Butterball's Turkey Talk-Line, joins CBS News with cooking tips.

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Who are the heaviest drinkers in the EU?

Most EU countries drank less between 2013 and 2023, but Portugal, Spain and Romania bucked the trend, with per-capita alcohol use climbing by two litres or more.

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UN says food distribution in Sudan improving but areas remain cut off

The World Food Programme says despite promising signs, the country remains one of the world's largest hunger crises.

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How to handle awkward or aggressive Thanksgiving dinner conversations

Americans gathering for Thanksgiving may face some tough topics of conversation at the dinner table. Dr. Gail Saltz, an associate professor of psychiatry at the Weill Cornell Medical College, joins CBS News with advice.

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Great Thanksgiving debate: Turkey or ham?

Turkey has long been the undisputed heavyweight champion of Thanksgiving. Now, another holiday underdog is making a play.

CBS America

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Health benefits of matcha tea winning over consumers in Morocco

Health benefits of Japanese matcha tea winning over consumers in Morocco.

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Alabama restaurant ends stigma around eating alone

Solo diners are fleeing to the Bayonet seafood restaurant in Birmingham, Alabama, as the restaurant caters to the "party of one." CBS News' Jan Crawford scored a seat at the joint, and spoke to chef Rob McDaniel about the experience for ...

CBS America

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Are Dutch pancakes really the best?

Sweet or savory, morning or evening: In the Netherlands, pancakes are served around the clock - in every variation imaginable- even as a main course!

DW News

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Korean fried chicken: The other KFC

The growing popularity of Korean fried chicken reflects a greater familiarity with Korean culture. But its origins can be traced to an American cookbook dating back to when African American soldiers fought in the Korean War. Nancy Giles ...

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The beauty of charcuterie

Culinary content creators have turned charcuterie into a visual art form. For Marissa Mullen, founder of "That Cheese Plate," designing a resplendent cheese board or array of sliced meats is a passion project.

CBS News

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Trump removes 40% tariffs on Brazilian coffee and beef

President Trump has eased tariffs on Brazilian coffee, fruit and beef to help lower U.S. consumer costs, aligning previous trade policies.

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Is Thanksgiving the original seasonal meal?

Your Thanksgiving meal only comes once a year and there’s a good reason for that. The foods we associate today with this holiday season were all shaped by the weather patterns that make for an ideal harvest season.

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'California Sober' for the Holidays

More Americans are opting for a different kind of buzz to go with food and family this Thanksgiving. As state laws around cannabis have loosened, it's spread into everything including holiday dinner.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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...

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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.

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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,...

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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.

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