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High levels of arsenic found in some rice varieties, report says

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July 9, 2026

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Brown rice averaged higher levels than white rice, tests done by Consumer Reports suggests

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WRAL News

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· Jul 8, 2026

Consumer Reports investigation finds arsenic levels in everyday rice products

Rice can carry a risk: inorganic arsenic, a dangerous form of a heavy metal and known carcinogen.

Quartz

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· Jul 6, 2026

Publix is recalling frozen blueberries across 8 states after an E. coli outbreak

12 confirmed cases of E. coli O145 have been reported; the recall covers a single lot of 10-ounce GreenWise Organic IQF Blueberries

EUobserver

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· Jul 6, 2026

Most European strawberries contain ‘forever chemical’ pesticides that disrupt hormones, study finds

New research has found that most strawberries contain significant residues of pesticides that disrupt the body's natural hormones.

Utusan Malaysia

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· Jul 4, 2026

R&D varieti benih padi gagal tingkat hasil?

KANGAR: Kegagalan meningkatkan hasil padi menimbulkan persoalan keupayaan penyelidikan dan pembangunan (RD) varieti benih padi di negara ini. Pengerusi Suara Tani Malay­sia, Mohd. Shazwan Suban ber­kata, pembentangan Institut Penyelidikan dan Kemajuan Pertanian Malaysia (MARDI) dalam seminar agromakanan sebelum ini menunjukkan varieti padi MR297 mempunyai potensi hasil sehingga 9.1 tan metrik sehektar. Namun hakikatnya purata hasil ... Read more The post RD varieti benih padi gagal tingkat hasil? appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

ArcaMax

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· Jul 9, 2026

Do metals found in tampons pose a health risk? A new FDA study provides an answer

A new study from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration detected heavy metals, including lead and arsenic, in popular tampon brands, but not enough to raise health concerns. “While trace metals are present in tampons, the amount released during ...

Inc.com

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· Jul 8, 2026

4 People Have Been Hospitalized. Now a Major Outbreak Tied to Frozen Berries Spreads Across the South

Federal health officials are investigating 12 illnesses linked to recalled organic frozen blueberries.

Borneo Bulletin

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· Jul 6, 2026

Japan rice prices expected to fall due to high inventories

Japan rice prices expected to fall due to high inventories

101GREATGOALS.COM

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· Jul 12, 2026

Tuchel reveals Rice bedbound for three days before World Cup win over Norway

Declan Rice was suffering with illness ahead of England's World Cup win over Norway.

The Rising Nepal

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· Jul 5, 2026

Price of Maldaha variety of mango on the rise

Dhanusha, July 5: As the production of Maldaha variety of mangoes in Madhesh Province has decreased its price has double...

Times of India

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· Jun 29, 2026

Rice farming warning: Scientists say the world's most important food is pushing Earth beyond safe environmental limits

Rice farming warning: Scientists say the world's most important food is pushing Earth beyond safe environmental limits

Focus Taiwan

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· Jul 13, 2026

2 more batches of edible oil found to contain excessive carcinogen

Taipei, July 13 (CNA) The Taichung City government on Monday identified two additional batches of edible oil products contaminated with excessive levels of the carcinogen benzo[a]pyrene (BaP), along with hundreds of downstream businesses that received products made from the tainted oil.

CDC Online Newsroom

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· Jul 7, 2026

CDC warns of <em>E. coli</em> outbreak linked to frozen blueberries.

CDC alert: Recall of frozen blueberries linked to E. coli outbreak; do not eat recalled product.

UPI

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· Jul 2, 2026

Utz potato chip recall listed as highest risk category for salmonella

Utz potato chip recall listed as highest risk category for salmonella

Hindustan Times

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· Jul 1, 2026

What is the cause behind Michigan’s sudden Cyclospora outbreak? Officials investigate 174 cases; details

Michigan is investigating a major Cyclospora outbreak after 174 cases emerged in days, while officials work to find the source.

Investing.com

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· Jul 7, 2026

Wheaton Precious Metals to report Q2 results on August 6

Wheaton Precious Metals to report Q2 results on August 6

Eye Radio

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· Jun 24, 2026

Farmers urged to boost production as Aweil rice planting season begins

The National Minister of Agriculture has called on farmers in Northern Bahr el Ghazal State to take charge of rice production, saying the Aweil rice ccheme remains central to the government’s food security agenda. Speaking during the official launch of the Aweil Rice Scheme, Clement Juma Mbugoniwia said the project is a national priority under [] The post Farmers urged to boost production as Aweil rice planting season begins appeared first on Eye Radio.

The Epoch Times

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· Jun 26, 2026

Trump Signs Regenerative Agriculture Order to Boost Food Supply

The order instructs officials to research the effect of cumulative exposure of chemicals in the nation's food supply.

Medical Daily

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· Jul 9, 2026

One Contaminated Dairy Ingredient Triggered Chips, Cocoa Mixes, and Dozens More Food Recalls

A California Dairies Salmonella recall triggered a cascade affecting Zapp's, Dirty chips (Class I), Ghirardelli, and dozens more. Check your pantry with best-by dates in summer 2026.

Ariana News

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· Jul 13, 2026

Mango growers suffer heavy losses as exports fall and climate takes its toll

Last year, Pakistan exported about 109,600 tonnes of mangoes, with Afghanistan accounting for 22,500 tonnes, or more than 20 of total exports. The post Mango growers suffer heavy losses as exports fall and climate takes its toll first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News.

CNET

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· Jul 2, 2026

Popular Potato Chips Face FDA's Most Serious Recall: What to Know

Utz Quality Foods voluntarily recalled select varieties of potato chips due to potential salmonella contamination in the seasoning powder.

ANTARA News

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· Jul 10, 2026

Prabowo expects five new dams to increase 1 million tons of rice

The government expects rice production to increase by up to 1 million metric tons through the addition of five newly ...

Latestly.com

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· Jul 6, 2026

What Is Cyclosporiasis? Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention as US Outbreak Grows

The US is investigating a growing cyclosporiasis outbreak after Michigan reported 572 cases, with the source still unknown. Health officials suspect contaminated fresh produce based on previous outbreaks. Here's what cyclosporiasis is, how it spreads, its symptoms, treatment, and the precautions experts recommend to reduce the risk of infection.

Fox Business

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· Jul 6, 2026

Fruit sold at major grocery chain recalled after 12 sickened with E. coli

Consumers are urged to check for recalled GreenWise Organic IQF Blueberries sold at Publix after reports of illnesses tied to possible E. coli contamination.

Kitchn

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· Jun 25, 2026

Hainanese Chicken Rice

Pure comfort. READ MORE...

RTÉ News

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· Jul 10, 2026

FSAI recalls some Capri-Suns over incorret sugar label

The Food Safety Authority of Ireland has issued a recall notice for three batches of Capri-Sun Orange over the incorrect labelling of sugar content.

NaturalHealth365

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· Jun 26, 2026

Thyroid nodule risk triples due to a trigger that Western medicine ignores

(NaturalHealth365) Thyroid nodules are extraordinarily common. In fact, studies suggest between 20 ... Thyroid nodule risk triples due to a trigger that Western medicine ignores The post Thyroid nodule risk triples due to a trigger that Western medicine ignores appeared first on NaturalHealth365.

Associated Press

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· Jul 10, 2026

What to know about cyclospora, the parasite linked to severe diarrhea

Michigan is experiencing its largest outbreak of a parasitic infection that causes severe diarrhea. Cyclospora spreads through contaminated food and water, often linked to fresh produce. As of early July, the source remains unidentified. Here are ways to reduce your risk when eating fruits and vegetables. AP Video/Shelby Lum

UrduPoint

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· Jul 8, 2026

NA body reviews Potato crop crisis,Mango export strategy

NA body reviews Potato crop crisis,Mango export strategy

Korea Times News

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· Jul 3, 2026

Korea identifies FMD outbreak at farms in North Gyeongsang Province

Korea identifies FMD outbreak at farms in North Gyeongsang Province

Sports Mole

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· Jul 2, 2026

England injury news vs. Mexico: Declan Rice's "terrible" pain explained as World Cup 2026 fears emerge before round of 32

England boss Thomas Tuchel delivers an injury update on Declan Rice, who is reportedly dealing with terrible pain ahead of his side's World Cup clash with Mexico.

Gizmodo

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· Jul 9, 2026

Explosive Diarrhea Outbreak Hits Grim New Milestone as Cases Top 1,000

Health officials are reporting record numbers of the unpleasant gastrointestinal infection in southeastern Michigan.

ABC News

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· Jul 2, 2026

Flavored noodles linked to more than 100 salmonella infections in Europe

European food safety and health officials have reported a salmonella outbreak linked to flavored-noodle products, with 106 confirmed cases across 14 countries

The Japan Times

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· Jul 4, 2026

China’s Xi taps new military anti-graft chief as he rebuilds top command

Under a yearslong anti-corruption campaign initiated by the Chinese leader, scores of senior officials and top generals have been investigated, ​removed and purged.

KROF – 960 AM – Lafayette

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· Jul 6, 2026

Rinse Your Rice - Sure You Do, but Do You Know Why?

Rinse Your Rice - Sure You Do, but Do You Know Why?

Bon Appétit

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· Jun 25, 2026

My Favorite Zojirushi Rice Cooker Is on Sale for Prime Day (2026)

Now’s the time to upgrade to the king of rice cookers.

KMJNow – Fresno

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· Jul 7, 2026

Yankees’ Ben Rice joins field for Home Run Derby

New York Yankees slugger Ben Rice announced his participation in the upcoming Home Run Derby over social media on Tuesday.Rice posted a video on Insta...

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