The 16 Best Cookbooks of Fall 2023
New books by Sohla El-Waylly, J.J. Johnson, Molly Baz, and more provide plenty of inspiration to return to the kitchen
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What are the most common causes of food poisoning in Canada?
What are the most common types of bacteria, parasites and viruses that cause food poisonings in Canada?
Stop using these unauthorized health products, Health Canada warns
Health Canada has issued a public advisory about multiple unauthorized health products, warning the public about potential health risks linked to these items.
Calgary daycare E. coli outbreak families to receive compassionate care funds
Families affected by a massive E. coli outbreak in Calgary linked to daycares will be receiving financial help from the Alberta government.
Basketball-loving boy with autism grateful after wrong made right in a meaningful way
When her son started showing an interest in basketball this year, after a lifetime of suffering from serious medical issues and being on the autism spectrum, Betty Wade was overjoyed.
This amount of coffee a day is tied to a lower risk of depression and anxiety: study
Researchers have found that the number of coffee cups an individual consumes reveals their risk of developing depression and anxiety, according to a recent study.
They Played Football as Children. Now Their Families Mourn
They gave up the game after high school, but the damage seemingly was already done. Now, their families mourn and look for answers
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Hopes cancer-killing treatment will annihilate most aggressive tumours
Scientists in Nottingham have discovered a new way to use nanoparticles to induce cell death, known scientifically as apoptosis, in glioblastoma cells - one of the most aggressive forms of brain cancer.
Arkansas toddler dies from brain-eating amoeba at country club pool
An Arkansas toddler named Michael Alexander Pollock III has died after being infected with a rare brain-eating amoeba after being exposed in a Little Rock country club.
Mother's warning as 'white ring' in toddler's eye is a sign of cancer
Danielle Prior, from Surrey, was feeding 18-month-old daughter Evie a meal earlier this year when she spotted an usual 'white ring' and 'cloudiness' in her eye.
Fentanyl-laced cocaine & meth overdose deaths rise 50-fold since 2010
Overdoses caused by combined fentanyl and stimulants have spiked 50-fold in 11 years, according to researchers from the University of California Los Angeles.
Boy, two, saved after he swallowed eight needles on his family farm
The toddler, who was not named, swallowed the needles at a farm in Tarapoto, Peru, where his mother works. The needles were meant for injecting cows.
Man, 21, has two 6ft iron rod removed from chest
The man, who is from India and has not been named, had one pole through the left side of his chest and another penetrating across his lower stomach.
Tennessee piano starlet has hands AMPUTATED after flu-like illness
Mathias Uribe, 14, from Sumer County, became ill with what appeared to be just a regular cold in mid-June but within weeks could barely breathe and was rushed to the ER.
Man beats extremely rare cancer years after toxic exposure during 9/11
Gerard Vanderberg, from New Jersey, was a 47-year-old bond trader in good shape in 2001. He was working in a building directly opposite the Twin Towers at the time of the attacks.
California lawmakers pass bill requiring schools to test for lead in drinking water
Assembly Bill 249 would require schools built before 2010 to test for lead in potable water outlets. Gov. Newsom has until Oct. 14 to sign or veto the measure.
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Terror of long COVID remains common even as pandemic eases, data show
Data increasingly suggest getting vaccinated reduces long COVID risk, a factor officials have cited in recommending most everyone get a reformulated vaccine this year.
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Opinion: I'm the Black owner of a California cannabis company. Here's why there aren't many others
The SAFE Banking Act would help legal cannabis firms access financial services, creating opportunities for people of color, writes former NBA player Al Harrington.
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Thousands sign up to experience 'magic mushrooms' in Oregon's psilocybin experiment
After Oregon took the unprecedented step of offering psilocybin, also known as 'magic mushrooms,' to the public, thousands of people have signed up.
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Yes, fast-food soft serve is still the best soft serve. These are the top 7 brands, ranked
McDonald's, Burger King or something called 'Icedream'? As our summer of ice cream comes to a close, we rank the best fast-food soft serve brands.
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California lawmakers approve key changes to landmark mental health law
Sacramento lawmakers approved changes to California's landmark behavioral health law. The measure now goes to Gov. Gavin Newsom.
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Column: Mr. Ayers ends up in the hospital, a reminder that problems with nursing home oversight remain
A miscommunication about medication and treatment leads to a hospitalization for Nathaniel Ayers-- who keeps on playing
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California woman loses all four limbs after eating undercooked fish
A California mother has suffered the loss of all four limbs after contracting a bacterial infection from undercooked Tilapia fish.
This is what's behind your knee pain and how to treat it
In most cases knee pain is caused by trauma due to a sports injury or at work, says Professor Philip Conaghan, an expert in Rheumatic and Musculoskeletal Medicine, University of Leeds.
Controversial cardiologist claims you SHOULDN'T ever eat oatmeal
Dr Jack Wolfson (left), a cardiologist in Arizona, has sparked controversy among doctors and dietitians on TikTok for claiming that oatmeal has 'no nutritional benefit' and 'is just propaganda.'
Three portions of whole grains a day 'can reduce your waist size'
Eating foods such as whole-grain bread, rolled oats cereal or brown rice may also protect against heart disease, according to researchers at Tufts University in Massachusetts.
How a Family of Scammers Made Millions Off Fake 5-Hour Energy
Counterfeit energy drinks were lightning in a bottle for Adriana and Joseph Shayota, netting them a million dollars a month until the feds closed in. But they had one chance to clear their name: President Donald Trump.
How to Cook Your Way Through Chaotic Weeks
The best meals and strategies for mastering the art of weeknight dinners.
How Dopamine Shapes Our Lives
What you need to know about the neurotransmitter on everyone’s mind these days.
The new rules of working out
Short shorts? Risky. Flirting with your gym crush? Fine, actually. From unexpected ways to get fit to taking the thirstiest thirst trap, we asked the experts for the ultimate guide to sweating it out right now
The No. 1 Way To Fight Inflammation and Boost Your Gut Health Through Food, From a Functional Medicine RD
A diverse gut equals a healthy gut.
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Should we be worried about older politicians?
With the top contenders for the US presidential election in 2024 both well past the typical retirement age, debate is raging over the trade-offs of being led by older politicians
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Rocks, insects, plastic and other foreign objects often end up in our food. Here's how it happens
Recent food recalls have been spurred by foreign objects like rocks, insects and plastic. The U.S. Department of Agriculture says this type of contamination is one of the top reasons for food recalls.
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A cook from Okinawa, Japan — where many live to be over the age of 100 — explains the healing powers of 7 traditional foods
In the Blue Zone of Okinawa, Japan, foods like purple sweet potatoes and squid-ink soup may help lower people's risk of developing cancer or diabetes.
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4 Food Ingredients That Weaken Your Bones, According To Osteoporosis Specialists
Orthopedic specialists say bone health has less to do with drinking tons of milk and more to do with avoiding ingredients that can impact our bone density.
I 'self-experimented' to compare a vegan diet with eating meat – this is what I found out
Self-study has a rich history in science that dates back hundreds of years.
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This Hummus Holds Up After 800 Years
First written down in the 13th century, this recipe has an enduring simplicity — but no garlic.
Inside the very strange, very expensive race to "de-age"
"Young blood," starvation, fruit-only diets: How the rich are striving to "age in reverse"
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“I learned to relieve my neck pain with five stretches that target the adjoining muscles”
If you want to ease neck pain, don't forget to stretch your back and chest too.
How to overcome fitness anxiety, according to an ‘unfit’ pilates instructor
Past sporting experience is irrelevant.
Marie Kondo and the Manhattan Project
What does the author and lifestyle guru have in common with the mathematician Stan Ulam—and Benjamin Franklin?
Everything You Need to Know About Nutritional Yeast, Nature’s Cheeto Dust
Here’s why this cheesy, savory seasoning deserves a spot in your pantry.
The body mass index can't tell us if we're healthy. Here's what we should use instead
The BMI does not distinguish between excess body fat, bone mass or musculature. It also does not interpret the distribution of fat, which is a predictor of health.
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What Canadians need to know about West Nile virus, a mosquito-borne infection that can be life-threatening
West Nile virus arrived in North America in 1999 and spread across the continent by 2005. Here’s what you need to know about this mosquito-borne pathogen.
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Older Canadians' savings are shaped by their long-term care preferences
While both nursing homes and home care impose financial burdens, their differing structures can influence how older Canadians save money.
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How to overcome repetitive negative thinking through meditation
Mindfulness, through focused attention meditation, can help overcome repetitive negative thinking, thus improving mental and physical health.
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Older adults with dementia but without close family: Who are they? And who cares for them?
New research affords a rare window into the circumstances and needs of a potentially very vulnerable group that until now has remained largely invisible: people with dementia who have no close kin.
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Meet Lena Richard, the Celebrity Chef Who Broke Barriers in the Jim Crow South
Lena Richard was a successful New Orleans-based chef, educator, writer and entrepreneur.
Meet Lena Richard, the First Black Woman to Have Her Own TV Show
Lena Richard was the original Martha Stewart, with a cooking show, a cookbook, restaurants, and even a frozen foods empire.
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Lena Richard Was A Celebrity Chef Before Celebrity Chefs Were A Thing - Mashed
Before there was Julia Child, there was Lena Richard; and we should all be talking about her a lot more. Take a deeper dive into her story to understand why.
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The First Ever Celeb Chef Dates Back To 1940—15 Years Before Julia Child
Lena Richard hosted a cooking show in New Orleans, wrote a popular cookbook, and was an all-around culinary legend.
10 Women Who Have Led the Fight Against Climate Change
In honor of Climate Week, we look at women in recent history – scientists, lawyers, writers and politicians – who share one title: environmental leaders.
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The Founder of Afghanistan’s First All-Girls Coding School
Fereshteh Forough opened Afghanistan's first coding school for girls and women – but the Taliban's ban on education prevents students from learning in-person.
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Using Supercomputers and Wearables to Monitor Air Pollution
Fusing modeling, wearable sensors and new science, Cesunica Ivey hopes to improve outcomes for disadvantaged communities.
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Flying Over L.A. to Study the Dirtiest Air in America
Eva Pfannerstill and her team at Berkeley have taken 16 flights to pinpoint the most dangerous pollutants that Angelenos breathe.
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A Definitive Ranking Of Every Coffee At McDonald's
It's a lot of work, but someone's gotta do it.
Mashed Survey Uncovers The Burger Topping Fans Can't Live Without - Mashed
More than 40,000 people voted in our burger topping survey, and 49% of voters agreed that a burger without this ingredient just isn't worth enjoying.
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McDonald's Quarter Pounder Vs. Burger King's Whopper: The True Winner - Mashed
We conducted a taste test between McDonald's Quarter Pounder and Burger King's Whopper with Cheese. Find out how these two 4-ounce burgers measured up.
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We Tried Dunkin' Donuts' Entire Fall Menu So You Don't Have To - Mashed
We tried everything on the Dunkin' fall menu so that you wouldn't have to. Here are our findings so you can start your fall mornings off right.
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Burger King Whopper: We Compared The Real Thing To The Ads To See How It Stacks Up - Mashed
Burger King's Whopper has been a fast food mainstay for decades, but do the ads live up to the real thing? We grabbed a Whopper to compare it to the marketing.
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Curious Kids: What happens to your brain if you don't get enough sleep?
We live in a world where we frequently do not get enough sleep, but we need sleep if our brains are going to stay healthy and function efficiently.
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Make a Brain-Dump Meal Plan
Embrace the midpoint between "no clue what we’re eating tonight" and "on Tuesday we’re having spaghetti."
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Why Do We Crave Sweets When We’re Stressed?
A brain researcher explains our desire for chocolate and other carbs during tough times.
The Real-Life Diet of Bryan Danielson, Who Has Mastered the Vegan Protein Shake
The professional wrestling veteran caught up with GQ about his (mostly) plant-based diet, how he's learned to take care of his body, and his lessons for the next generation of wrestlers.
“I Shall Not Be Moved”: Inside a New York City Sumo Wrestling Club
Slowly but surely, sumo wrestling is growing in America. Meet the men finding meaning in the ancient art of pushing each other around.
Meet the Guy in Charge of Cleaning Up Burning Man
Dominic Tinio has been helping restore Black Rock for over two decades now. And after this year’s torrential rainstorms that left revelers trapped in the mud, he has his work cut out for him.
The Incredible Story of the Lifeguard Who Won the Biggest Surf Competition in the World
Earlier this year, a North Shore local named Luke Shepardson paddled out during his break and won the most prestigious big-wave competition on the planet, beating some of surfing’s brightest stars. So we went to Hawaii to figure out how Luke pulled off the damn near impossible.
Five-Foot-Nine Ravens Receiver Zay Flowers Knows “Size Don't Mean Shit”
The Baltimore rookie joining a rebooted Ravens attack talks about being underestimated, talking trash, and playing with Lamar Jackson.
30-year-old firefighter stunned to discover large tumor, then stunned to discover toxic chemicals in his work gear
Cancer has replaced heart disease as the biggest killer of firefighters, and the IAFF attributes 66% of firefighter deaths between 2002 and 2019 to cancer.
Starbucks wants to eliminate its disposable cups by 2030—but last year only 1.2% of its sales were in reusable ones
By 2030, Starbucks wants to move away completely from disposable cups, which represent big portions of the company’s overall waste and greenhouse gas emissions.
Grocery costs: Why are stores owned by the same companies charging different prices?
The names on the outside are different, but most grocery stores are owned by the same companies — yet CTV News shopped around and found they charge significantly different prices for the same items.
Vancouver varsity football team dedicates homecoming game to quarterback paralyzed in diving accident
The homecoming game is always a big deal for the Notre Dame Jugglers. But this Saturday’s match has taken on extra importance for the Vancouver varsity football team. It’s being dedicated to a star quarterback who suffered a life-altering spinal cord injury in early August.
What happened to the family doctor?
Primary care is the foundation of American medicine — and it’s withering.
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The dangers of virus hunting
DEEP VZN aimed to discover viruses in wildlife that could threaten humans, but the risks weren’t worth the rewards.
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Is there anything Ozempic can’t do?
Semaglutide, the main ingredient in Ozempic and Wegovy, could soon be used for a lot more than weight loss.
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How America became a nation of gamblers
The biggest sports gambling season ever is kicking off. Are states ready for the consequences?
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America Counts: Stories Behind the Numbers
Tells the stories behind the numbers in a new inviting way. It features stories on various topics such as housing, employment and population.
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This 10-minute hack could make you feel like you’ve had 44 minutes extra sleep
Sleep and mindfulness go hand-in-hand.
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The seven types of rest: I spent a week trying them all. Could they help end my exhaustion?
When we feel fatigued most of us focus on sleep problems. But proper relaxation takes many forms. I spent a week exploring what really works
What If Texas Kids Got Spring Vacation Instead of Summer?
It sounds extreme, but so is our weather.
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How to Cool Down a City
Singapore is rethinking its sweltering urban areas to dampen the effects of climate change. Can it be a model?
Why health insurance is poised to make inflation jump
The health insurance inflation index has fallen each month since October. That trend is set to reverse, economists said.
What happens if you call 911 and get put on hold?
In many places across Canada, outdated 911 systems are strapped for operators and barely holding on to functionality. That has led to some people calling with emergencies—like a Brampton, Ont. family dealing with a home invasion—not being able to get through to an operator. It should go without...
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