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June 8, 2026

Dates gain popularity as health-conscious shoppers seek cleaner snacks

Consumers are increasingly turning to dates for natural sweetness and versatility, fueling a trend that could help push the market to new highs over the next decade.

June 8, 2026

Why do some people get sepsis while others don't? Scientists point to the gut

A healthy gut microbiome may protect against severe sepsis, experts say, as new research links certain gut bacteria to stronger inflammatory responses.

June 8, 2026

Americans are ditching ultra-processed snacks for an ancient fruit that's exploding in popularity

U.S. dates sales surged 33% in 2025 as the ancient fruit gains popularity among Americans on social media as a whole-food alternative to ultra-processed snacks.

June 7, 2026

Popular summer destination ravaged by Lyme disease bets on radical new solution

MIT researchers are exploring whether specially bred mice could help reduce Lyme disease on Nantucket by preventing ticks from becoming infected.

June 7, 2026

Owner of viral $1.34 burger stand shares secret to keeping prices unchanged since 2006

A popular burger stand in Blackpool, England, has kept its signature burger at a little over $1.34 for nearly 20 years. Owner Chris Higgitt credits bulk buying and social media.

June 7, 2026

Scientists reveal surprising brain benefit of laughter: 'It's a mental workout'

New research suggests laughter is a vital catalyst for child development, enhancing the brain growth, emotional well-being and social bonding of children.

June 7, 2026

Owner reveals how he's kept a burger priced at $1.34 despite years of rising costs

Chris Higgitt discusses how bulk purchasing, efficiency and strong customer demand have helped him maintain one of Britain's best-known bargain food deals since launching the business in 2006.

June 7, 2026

Family's $1,800 savings is turned into confetti after child grabs stack of cash for craft project

An unsupervised 3-year-old child turned nearly $2,000 in $100 bills into an arts-and-crafts project — stunning her father. The man said he was "shocked and angry" when he first saw it.

June 7, 2026

Unsupervised toddler shreds family's $1,800 stash of hundred-dollar bills

A father recounts discovering that his unsupervised toddler had transformed a stack of cash into a craft project, leaving nearly $2,000 in damaged currency scattered across the living room.

June 7, 2026

Deadly bacteria found in waters near luxury vacation destination ahead of summer

Experts urge caution after flesh-eating bacteria was found in Long Island's Hamptons waters, warning beachgoers to cover open wounds before swimming.