As It Happens6:05What killed and ate a really big shark? An even bigger shark, scientists say When marine biologist James A. Sulikowski started monitoring the migration and mating habits of porbeagle sharks, he didn’t expect he would end up investigating a murder mystery. But when Penelope, a 2.4-metre-long porbeagle, dropped off his research team’s radar, … Read more
Health inspectors discovered dozens of disturbing violations including the presence of bugs, pools of blood on the floor and growing mold on equipment inside the Boar’s Head plant linked to a deadly nationwide listeria outbreak. Deli meats produced at the Boar’s Head factory in Jarratt, Virginia were recalled last month after officials identified it as … Read more
Chop robbers and steak stealers are being thwarted with new security boxes that contain GPS trackers in them. Co-op shoppers spotted lamb chops being sold for £6 along with Sirloin steaks for just £3.99 were both encased in new plastic containers with the label: “Caution. Security Device Muust be removed at checkout before leaving the … Read more
Loblaw is piloting a new ultra-discount grocery store in Ontario that promises to deliver even lower prices by stripping away even more frills. The first three No Name stores will open in September in Windsor, St. Catharines and Brockville, capitalizing on Loblaw’s existing discount brand known for its simplified, bright-yellow packaging and marketing. “The No Name … Read more
When Sarah Landry first heard a fishing line fly off its reel, she never imagined a 385-kilogram tuna was on the other end. The co-owner of fish market Poissonnerie Gagnon in Rimouski, Que., had travelled to the Baie-des-Chaleurs, wedged between the Gaspé Peninsula and New Brunswick, with two fishermen hoping of catching a bluefin tuna typically weighing … Read more
As It Happens7:10Not only are Komodo dragon teeth razor sharp; they’re also iron coated Not only do Komodo dragons have serrated, razor-sharp teeth that constantly replenish themselves — they’re also iron-coated, according to a new study. It’s the same protective coating found in the mouths of beavers. But while the industrious dam builders use their … Read more
Steak isn’t a cheap cut of meat. It’s often a bit pricier and more luxurious, so we all want to make sure we are cooking it correctly. Thankfully though, there are chefs out there who are willing to divulge their top tips and tricks. One of these professional cooks is Mike Alfarah, known by his … Read more
UK supermarkets and high street shops have issued recalls for several products amid concerns they may be unsafe for consumption. The Food Standards Agency has been alerting consumers about a variety of popular food items in recent weeks, advising shoppers not to eat them. Instead, customers should return the products to the place of purchase … Read more
If you’re looking to wow your dinner guests with a culinary masterpiece that doesn’t take hours to prepare, we have just the recipe for you. There’s nothing quite like hosting a gathering of your nearest and dearest, particularly when it involves a mouth-watering spread. If you’re in the mood to whip up a tantalising dish, … Read more
“Eight euros for a doner!” one man yelled at German Chancellor Olaf Scholz in Munich in a video posted to TikTok. “Talk to Putin! I want to pay four euros for a doner. Please!” It’s become such an issue, that some politicians belonging to the far-left Die Linke, or the Left party, are calling for … Read more
