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The Strait of Hormuz blockade is causing a slow-moving food crisis
The Strait of Hormuz blockade is causing a slow-moving food crisis
The Verge
Abigail Bassett
Mon Apr 13 2026

Farmers are very busy in the spring, under pressure to get crops into the ground just as the Northern Hemisphere begins to thaw. But this year has been different for many, thanks in large part to the escalating war in Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hor…

Gemini task automation is slow, clunky, and super impressive
Gemini task automation is slow, clunky, and super impressive
The Verge
Allison Johnson
Sat Mar 21 2026

I've been testing out Gemini's new task automation on the Pixel 10 Pro and the Galaxy S26 Ultra, which for the first time lets Gemini take the wheel and use apps for you. It's limited to a small subset right now - a handful of food delivery and rideshare serv…

New Garmin Training Features (2026): Nutrition Tracking, Lifestyle Logging, and More
New Garmin Training Features (2026): Nutrition Tracking, Lifestyle Logging, and More
Wired
Michael Sawh
Fri Apr 03 2026

Nutrition tracking? Gear tracking? Garmin’s latest software updates aim to add value to the company’s line of premium sports watches.

Scientists Have Made French Fry Breakthrough
Scientists Have Made French Fry Breakthrough
Wired
Marta Musso
Fri Apr 03 2026

Researchers have developed a method of making french fries that results in a healthier bite without sacrificing crispiness.

I've lived in Shanghai for 10 years. Tourists often overlook these 3 local dishes.
I've lived in Shanghai for 10 years. Tourists often overlook these 3 local dishes.
Business Insider
Sophie Steiner
Fri Apr 10 2026

Sophie Steiner got the opportunity to taste some "real Chinese food" when she moved to Shanghai in 2015.

Costco's CEO chows down on a $1.50 hot dog combo in the latest riff on the McDonald's burger meme
Costco's CEO chows down on a $1.50 hot dog combo in the latest riff on the McDonald's burger meme
Business Insider
Dominick Reuter
Thu Mar 19 2026

After McDonald's CEO's burger bite was roasted online, food CEOs are lining up to show off their big noms.

I Took RFK Jr.’s Advice and Ate Nothing but High-Protein Foods for a Week
I Took RFK Jr.’s Advice and Ate Nothing but High-Protein Foods for a Week
Wired
Miles Klee
Thu Apr 02 2026

From forcing down chewy, bacon-flavored Man Cereal to vomiting at the office, buying into the MAHA protein craze was a challenging endeavor.

TSA lines in Las Vegas aren't long. Casinos are donating food and basics to agents to keep it that way.
TSA lines in Las Vegas aren't long. Casinos are donating food and basics to agents to keep it that way.
Business Insider
Taylor Rains
Fri Mar 20 2026

Las Vegas' casino industry is sending food and care items to its local TSA agents as a way to keep tourists flowing to and from the Strip.

I've traveled to Italy annually for the past 13 years. This under-the-radar city is my favorite spot to visit.
I've traveled to Italy annually for the past 13 years. This under-the-radar city is my favorite spot to visit.
Business Insider
Mark Marino
Sun Mar 22 2026

Puglia's capital city has beach access, rich culture, history, and delicious food and wine — hence why it's my favorite spot to travel in Italy.

34 quirks, myths, rules, and traditions that make the Masters unique
34 quirks, myths, rules, and traditions that make the Masters unique
Business Insider
Cork Gaines,James LaForge
Sat Apr 11 2026

No birds, cheap food, and artificial dye in the water are just a few of the Masters' quirks. See everything that makes the tournament unique.

I'm a dietitian married to a personal trainer. Here are 10 of our favorite groceries to buy at Aldi.
I'm a dietitian married to a personal trainer. Here are 10 of our favorite groceries to buy at Aldi.
Business Insider
Jasmine Westbrooks
Mon Apr 13 2026

As a registered dietitian married to a personal trainer, we try to buy healthy, protein-rich food at Aldi on a budget. Here are our favorite buys.

The Iran war could haunt grocery bills long after the fighting stops
The Iran war could haunt grocery bills long after the fighting stops
Business Insider
Katherine Tangalakis-Lippert
Wed Apr 01 2026

The war in Iran has driven up fertilizer prices and disrupted a key planting season, which supply chain scholars say will affect food prices globally.