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Check Your Pantry: USDA Warns Against Eating A Canned Food Sold in 5 States

Two varieties of Grace canned chicken sausages sold in five states are the subject of a federal public health alert -- and shoppers are being urged to check their pantries. The USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service issued the alert on October 6 after discovering that the products were illegally imported from Jamaica, which is not eligible to export meat or poultry products to the United States.

Georgia · 7d

Thomas Smith

Check Your Freezer: Ice Cream Recalled Due to Concerns Over Deadly Bacteria

Lidl shoppers should check their freezers after the retailer recalled one lot of gelato over possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The company's October 16 recall announcement, published by the FDA, says routine testing detected the bacteria in a laboratory sample. No illnesses had been reported when the notice was issued.

Washington, DC · 2d

Dianna Carney

Itty Bitty 2 lb Shih Tzu Puppy Searching For Home After Being Born Locally

Great Dog Rescue New England (GDRNE), a dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, would like you to meet Pinch Pudding, a joyful young puppy who is in need of a place to call home. According to the rescue, “Born locally, the PUDDING litter are more than ready to share their famous pudding recipes with a lucky family. Grab a spoon and bring your appetite!” She is now living safely with a loving foster family while she awaits what comes next.

Massachusetts · 12d

FlurrySports

user · 9.1K followers

Sophie Cunningham Singles Out WNBA Valkyries Star

Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham has offered high praise for Golden State Valkyries forward Gabby Williams, highlighting the star’s leadership and impact as Golden State competes in the 2026 WNBA Finals.

Indianapolis, IN · 1d

Thomas Smith

A 'Planetary Wave' Is Heading for California and Could Cause Major Effects

A sprawling ocean disturbance moving toward California could temporarily raise coastal water levels by several inches, increasing the potential for flooding and beach erosion as fall turns to winter.

California · 29d

Thomas Smith

1.5+ Million Lbs of Hot Dogs, Bacon and Deli Meat Recalled Nationwide -- Check Your Fridge

Kayem Foods Inc., a Massachusetts-based meat producer, is recalling approximately 1,584,361 pounds of ready-to-eat meat and poultry products, according to an October 17 announcement from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS).

Eat Like No One Else

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Before You Buy Russet Potatoes, Here Are 5 Things to Know

Fred Meyer - $.99 a pound or $2.99 for a 5lb bag. ALDI - $4.09 for a 5lb bag or $4.95 for a 10lb bag. H-E-B - $.82 a pound or $3.18 for a 5lb bag or $5.64 for an 8lb bag of King-Size.

28d

Dianna Carney

This Tiny 2 lb Shih Tzu Mix Puppy is Ready to Start Next Chapter

An adventurous little puppy named Dash is searching for the humans who will show him the world, or at least his place in it. Great Dog Rescue New England (GDRNE), a dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced Dash Pudding after he came into their care alongside several siblings. According to the rescue, “Born locally, the PUDDING litter are more than ready to share their famous pudding recipes with a lucky family. Grab a spoon and bring your appetite!”

Massachusetts · 12d

Thecookinchicks

user · 35.5K followers

Easy One-Pan Pork Chop and Rice Casserole: A Comforting Family Dinner

This easy Pork Chop and Rice Casserole is a hearty, old-fashioned comfort food dinner the whole family will love. Tender baked pork chops and fluffy rice cook together in one pan with Lipton Onion Soup Mix and simple pantry staples for a flavorful meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights.

14h

CJ Coombs

Missing for nearly a decade: Donna Kay Cloud mysteriously disappeared at age 19 from Spring, Texas

Donna Kay Cloud has been missing from Spring, Texas (Montgomery County), since October 25, 2016, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). She would now be 29.

Spring, TX · 19d

ChefManiac

user · 22.7K followers

The Stew Families Made When Dinner Had to Stretch One More Night

Mulligan stew comes from the kind of cooking that didn’t waste much. A little beef, whatever vegetables were available, and a good long simmer could turn odds and ends into a pot substantial enough to feed everyone. That practical spirit is still what makes it appealing. The beef becomes tender, potatoes and vegetables soak up the savory broth, and everything cooks together until the liquid turns rich enough to demand a piece of bread for wiping the bowl clean. It isn’t fussy food—it’s the sort of old-fashioned, use-what-you-have supper that made sense when stretching groceries was simply part of running a household.

ChefManiac

user · 22.7K followers

The Cut of Meat Our Grandparents Knew Not to Overlook

Neckbones don’t get the attention of ribs, chops, or roasts, but generations of home cooks knew exactly what could happen when you gave them enough time. In the slow cooker, they have hours to become tender while seasoning the broth with deep, meaty flavor—the kind that makes a simple country soup taste like it has been simmering on Grandma’s stove all afternoon. Add hearty vegetables and you’ve got a steaming bowl built for cold evenings, stretched grocery budgets, and anyone who appreciates old-fashioned cooking where nothing useful went to waste. It isn’t flashy food. It’s the kind of meal where the rich broth and fall-apart meat do all the convincing.

Kateable

user · 8.8K followers

This Common Weed Supports Better Sleep Naturally

If lemon balm has taken over a corner of your garden, don't pull it. It's a member of the mint family that spreads like crazy, and it's been used for generations as a calming evening herb.

23d

Kateable

user · 8.8K followers

This Clears Up Ear Wax Buildup—No Drops Needed

Earwax buildup is such an annoying, muffled feeling, and I always reach for plain olive oil before anything else. It's actually a doctor-recommended, low-risk way to soften stubborn wax so it can work its way out naturally, no need for anything fancy from the store. 😊

28d

nickscookingclub

user · 11.6K followers

Four Ingredients Make This Roast Fall Apart by Itself

A slow-cooker roast that practically shreds itself sounds like the result of careful seasoning and a long ingredient list, but this version needs only four ingredients to reach that tender finish. The slow cooker provides time and gentle heat, allowing the beef to soften while the simple seasonings concentrate into a rich cooking liquid. By dinner, the meat pulls apart beneath a fork and the entire house smells as though someone spent all day actively preparing the meal. The short ingredient list makes it realistic for busy mornings, limited grocery budgets, and anyone who wants comfort food without a complicated recipe. It is hearty, familiar, and impressive in the effortless way slow-cooker dinners often are. Few things feel better than opening the lid after a long day and discovering the main course already tender, hot, and waiting to be served.

CJ Coombs

Infant Andrew Caballeiro, still missing since 2020, after tragic domestic violence in Miami, Florida

Andrew Caballeiro has been missing from Miami, Florida (Miami-Dade County), since January 28, 2020, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). He would now be six years old if alive.

Miami, FL · 5d

intentionalhospitality

user · 14.1K followers

I Make Southern Collard Greens Without Ham Hocks or Bacon, and Here's How

Collard greens are about as Southern as it gets, and most of us grew up with them simmered alongside a ham hock or a spoonful of bacon fat. These are made without either one. A little maple syrup, a splash of apple cider vinegar, and some red pepper flakes give them that sweet, tangy, slightly spicy flavor, and an optional dash of liquid smoke brings the smoky note.

FlurrySports

user · 9.1K followers

Seahawks Linked to 3-Time Pro Bowl RB to Improve Backfield

The Seattle Seahawks have not resembled the Super Bowl LXI champions early in the 2026 NFL season, and much of the frustration centers on the offseason departure of Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker. The organization allowed Walker to leave in free agency, where he signed with the Kansas City Chiefs.

Seattle, WA · 2d

Dianna Carney

Meet Justice West: The Tiny 4.6 lb Puppy in Need of Home

Great Dog Rescue New England (GDRNE), a dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, would like you to meet Justice West, a sweet little puppy who is searching for the family who will give her a place in this world. According to the rescue, “Rescued from a shelter in Tennessee, these pups are looking for a deputy that'll be with them through thick and thin!” She is now living safely with a loving foster while she awaits what comes next.

Massachusetts · 8h

CJ Coombs

Missing since 1973 from Petaluma, California: Timothy Gerard Mckernan was 16 when he vanished

Timothy Gerard Mckernan has been missing from Petaluma, California (Sonoma County), since April 23, 1973, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC).

Petaluma, CA · 17d

CJ Coombs

Missing since 2019 from Rapid City, South Dakota: Serenity Dennard was only 9 when she vanished

Serenity June Dennard has been missing from Rapid City, South Dakota (Pennington County), since February 3, 2019, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). Serenity's photo above is an age-progressed likeness of how she might have looked at 13, though she would now be 17 if alive.

Rapid City, SD · 9d

Dianna Carney

2.5-Month-Old Puppy Searching For Family after Rescue From Streets

Meet Elenor, a gentle little puppy who is ready to start the next chapter of her life, and hopes it could be with you. Great Dog Rescue New England (GDRNE), a dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, has introduced Elenor Elementary after she came into their care alongside several siblings. According to the rescue, “The ELEMENTARY litter were strays in Tennessee, teaching anyone who would listen about the fundamentals of phonics and grammar. Get ready for a dose of cuteness because school is in session!”

Massachusetts · 4d

Butter and Baggage

user · 17.4K followers

The frosting you'll want on every cake this holiday season

If you're going to spend the holidays baking, you might as well have one frosting recipe you can count on for everything. This one comes together with just four ingredients and five minutes of mixing, no candy thermometer, no cooking on the stove. It's rich, tangy, and holds its shape well enough to pipe onto cupcakes or spread thick over a layer cake.

21d

Greg Wilson, CFA

user · 24.8K followers

Jobs That Break Hearts: 30 Careers Most Likely to End in Divorce

This article was originally published on ChaChingQueen.com, a site my wife and I own. AI was used for light editing, formatting, and readability. But a human (me!) wrote and edited this.

SurviveHack

user · 6.9K followers

Southern Hoecakes Bring Crispy Cornmeal Comfort to the Skillet

Southern hoecakes transform a short list of cornmeal-based ingredients into thin, golden rounds with crisp edges and warm, tender centers. Cooking them directly in a skillet gives every cake the browned surface that separates them from oven-baked cornbread. Their flavor is simple and comforting, which allows them to work equally well with savory meals and sweet breakfast toppings. Fresh from the pan, they have the rustic texture that makes traditional recipes endure.

19d

Dianna Carney

Special Young Pup Abandoned at Dump Still Looking For Home

Great Dog Rescue New England (GDRNE), a dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, would like you to meet Bonnie, a special young pup who is hoping to put her difficult past behind her and find a bright future. According to the rescue, “Bonnie was part of a litter that was found abandoned at a garbage dump in Mississippi.” She is now living safe and sound with a loving foster family.

Massachusetts · 6d

Kateable

user · 8.8K followers

This Herb Was Used for Joint Stiffness in Cold Weather Before Pain Gel Existed

Frankincense, the resin from the Boswellia tree, has been used for thousands of years for joint pain and stiffness. It's held up remarkably well under modern research, a meta-analysis of seven clinical trials found it eases pain and stiffness and improves joint function, and one trial even tested it as a topical rub with real results. I reach for a frankincense-infused oil on cold, achy mornings. 😊

21d

Dianna Carney