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Disney’s on the hunt for a new CEO. The house of mouse appointed former Morgan Stanley exec James Gorman to lead the search, and some names are already up for consideration.
U.S. companies could suffer from Canada’s rail service shutdown. Canadian freight railroads handle around $380 billion worth of goods annually.
The super-rich prefer precious metals. Some extremely wealthy individuals are investing in gold and storing it, and it’s giving the gold storage business a big boost.
Liquor heir Edgar Bronfman Jr. raised his bid for Paramount Global to a hefty $6 billion. That prompted the company’s board to extend merger talks with Skydance Media by another 15 days.
Elon Musk’s X boasts a roster of well-known investors. Nearly a hundred shareholders including Diddy and a Saudi Prince made the list.
What are the deadliest food recalls in history? Well, cheese is one.
Food poisoning is no fun. It’s even worse when a food item turns deadly.
This summer’s food recalls have been anything but chill, with beloved items such as ice cream and hotdogs being yanked from shelves across the U.S. The worst so far has been a deli meat recall linked to three deaths.
Past global mishaps, some of which include cheese, bean sprouts, and more, reflect just how serious foodborne hazards can be. Quartz’s Bruce Gil breaks down which food items made the list, and why sanitation from farm to fork is key.
These 6 airlines handle seat sales like a side gig
Some airlines (yes, Spirit, we’re looking at you) want passengers to get from point A to point B, but how they facilitate such travel can be quite revealing.
While it may be easy to assume budget carriers earn a large chunk of their revenue from ticket sales, the reality is often different. Many bank on steep fees for extras, including checked bags and seat selections.
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Surprising discoveries
Halloween could get pricey. Cocoa prices have increased 100% since the start of the year, and supply-chain disruptions and unfavorable weather conditions are to blame, a Smart Cube study found.
Intermittent fasting has its cons. A new study raises concerns about the possible link to colon cancer, underscoring the need for further research.
The Ozempic advocates. Some doctors are in support of those 65 and older using the popular weight loss and diabetes drug.
Cannabis could potentially reverse cognitive and physical aging. Research in mice has shown that low-dose, long-term use of THC, a key cannabis component, may help slow brain aging.
Baby foods might need a nutrition boost. 60% of U.S. commercially sold baby foods, including snacks, pouches, and purees, failed to meet the World Health Organization’s nutritional standards.
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