Food

Washington, DC - The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the results of a sweeping series of audits that uncovered significant safety concerns in both the personal health and food sectors. The findings revealed troubling lapses in the manufacturing and storage of over-the-counter eye-care products and the presence of Listeria monocytogenes in a variety of prepackaged food items.

New York - The iconic weight-loss brand WeightWatchers has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, citing what many might have once considered an unthinkable reason: the declining number of overweight individuals in the United States.

"We never imagined we'd say this," said CEO Carla Linton in a somber press conference Tuesday morning, "but there simply aren't enough overweight people in this country anymore to sustain our business model."

Washington, D.C. — Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has ignited a national debate by asserting that petroleum-based synthetic food dyes are contributing to what he calls an "autism epidemic" in the United States. Kennedy’s claims, made during a series of press briefings and public events this week, accompany sweeping new federal measures to phase out eight artificial food dyes from the nation’s food supply by the end of next year.

Washington, D.C. — On Good Friday, April 18, 2025, President Donald Trump marked the solemn Catholic observance with a gesture that combined tradition and his well-known affinity for fast food. In a move reflecting both his personal tastes and his administration’s ongoing efforts to honor religious observances, Trump ordered McDonald’s Filet-O-Fish sandwiches for the entire White House staff.

Toms River, NJ — Jon Bon Jovi, celebrated rock star and philanthropist, is facing criminal charges in Toms River for providing food to homeless veterans through his nonprofit restaurant initiative, JBJ Soul Kitchen. The charges stem from a local ordinance that classifies feeding the homeless in public spaces as a Class A misdemeanor, a law aimed at reducing the visibility of homelessness in the community.

Calhoun, GA - Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) marked the end of Ramadan this week with a traditional Jordanian feast, extending well-wishes to her constituents with the phrase “Eid Mubarak.” The congresswoman’s participation in the Islamic holiday’s culmination, Eid al-Fitr, was met with both praise and criticism, drawing attention to the ongoing discussion about cultural inclusion and political symbolism.

Pierre, SD - Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced today that she will be visiting several Chipotle franchises across the country, following allegations of widespread employment of undocumented Venezuelan immigrants.

Washington, DC - Vice President JD Vance marked this year's St. Patrick’s Day with a fusion twist on the holiday's classic meal: corned beef tikka masala. Vance, who is known for his strong connection to his Appalachian roots, took to social media to share his celebration of the Irish holiday, blending a beloved American dish with an Indian culinary classic.

CINCINNATI – J.D. Vance, the author of Hillbilly Elegy and U.S. Senate candidate, is once again making headlines—but this time, it’s not for political commentary. Instead, Vance, a devout Catholic, has announced his decision to give up something near and dear to his heart: vindaloo tacos.

Rome, GA – Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene from Georgia’s 14th Congressional District marked the beginning of Ramadan by celebrating the diverse and enduring presence of the Muslim community in her district. In a statement issued Thursday evening, Greene acknowledged the longstanding contributions of Muslims in rural Georgia and praised the growing influence of halal food on Southern soul food.