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MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Nine individuals have been arrested for their alleged involvement in a drug trafficking organization operating in Newark, distributing fentanyl, heroin, cocaine, and methamphetamine, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced today.

16 Arrested in Major Drug Bust: Meth, Cocaine, Fentanyl & Heroin

Mashed

If your favorite pasta dishes are feeling a bit one-dimensional, it's time to expand your palate. There's an unexpected ingredient one expert advises you add.

The Expert-Approved Condiment You Never Thought To Use As Pasta Sauce

Belle Haven, VA

Cheryl E Preston

Alice Stewart was in Northern Virginia when she passed away. Belle Haven is in Fairfax County in Northern Virginia. It is located South of Old Alexandria, where actor Christopher Meloni was raised. To the West is Richmond Highway, and on the East is the Potomac River. This is the location where Mass Live says CNN commentator Alice Stewart, 58, was found deceased Saturday morning.

CNN comentator Alice Stewart was found dead in a home in Belle Haven in Northern Virginia

Summer is the best time to grab some popsicles at the store, but some popsicles are packed with unhealthy ingredients and are best left in the freezer.

10 Unhealthiest Popsicles You Can Buy

Chicken marinades promise flavor and convenience. But some are also strikingly unhealthy -- and these 12 options are the worst of the bunch.

12 Unhealthiest Store-Bought Chicken Marinades

Pepperoni isn't always made with the best ingredients, but some brands have perfected the craft of making pepperoni with using fewer additives or preservatives.

11 Pepperoni Brands That Use The Highest Quality Ingredients

We asked an expert if canned oysters can work in oyster stew, and he said yes - kind of. Here's how a pro would upgrade these canned mollusks.

How A Pro Would Upgrade Canned Oysters When Making Stew

Before you accidentally make your s'mores into a gooey mess, read some tips from experts for a more fun experience and take your s'mores to the next level.

Mistakes Experts Want You To Stop Making With S'mores

With the popularity of guacamole these days, it's sometimes difficult to sift out all the untruths about this dish and get to the facts. We're here to help.

Guacamole Myths You Should Stop Believing

Swapping the traditional Swiss for this crumbly cheese enhances the flavor of the Cuban sandwich while imparting a creaminess that takes it to a new level.

The Cheese Swap That'll Take A Classic Cuban Sandwich To The Next Level

NEWARK, N.J. — Thomas Manzo, the ex-husband of a star from Bravo's "The Real Housewives of New Jersey," was convicted today of planning an assault on his ex-wife’s current husband in exchange for a lavish wedding reception, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced. The 59-year-old Franklin Lakes resident was found guilty after a two-and-a-half-week trial before U.S. District Judge Susan D. Wigenton in Newark federal court.

Real Housewives Star's Ex Convicted of Violent Assault

Chicago, IL

Here at Mashed we like to be pretty food-positive, and we'd never yuck your yum. Plus, we understand that if you're from Chicago — or perhaps Sweden — it may be part of your cultural tradition to drink a bitter beverage such as Jeppsen's Malört or a similar brand of beskbrännvin. The polarizing flavor of such a liqueur comes from a plant called wormwood, which (despite its off-putting name) generally contains no actual worms. In Chicago, however, it seems as if some mixologists are introducing insects to Malört in the form of cicadas.

Cicada Shots: The Only Thing That Could Make Malört Even Less Appealing

Food trends always come and go, but there are many cafeteria foods we wish would make a comeback. Take a look at some nostalgic cafeteria foods of yesteryear.

Old-School Cafeteria Foods We Wish Would Make A Comeback

If you're in the mood for a sweet summer cocktail, make the Aperol rosé your go-to drink. You can personalize it with soda water, simple syrup, and more.

Mix Aperol With Rosé For A Sweet Summer Cocktail

You don't need to go to Carrabba's to enjoy a bowl of sausage lentil soup - make it at home with this easy copycat recipe.

Copycat Carrabba's Sausage Lentil Soup Recipe

Former MasterChef contender Nick DiGiovanni has returned to judge his generation. Here is what he says Gen Z lacks in the kitchen, and why it's not so bad.

MasterChef Judge Nick DiGiovanni Says Gen Z Lacks One Thing In The Kitchen - Exclusive Interview

If you really want to take your baked beans to the next level, you'll want to avoid these common mistakes, as outlined by culinary experts we spoke to.

11 Mistakes Experts Say You Should Never Make When Cooking Baked Beans

Denny's is widely held to be a casual dining, pancake-slinging, American institution. But a deep dive into its menu uncovers some potentially shady things.

Shady Things About Denny's Menu

Popsicles are the perfect treat on summer days, especially when it is hot. To help you narrow down your options, here's a list of the highest quality bars.

13 Popsicles Made With The Highest Quality Ingredients

Not all bread is equal, at least not if you look at the ingredients list. We spoke to experts to uncover red flag to look for when you're buying bread

Experts Reveal 9 Red Flags To Look For When Buying Bread At The Store

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The Devastating Death Of 'Super Size Me' Director Morgan Spurlock

During the peak of the Y2K era, water cooler chats and dinner parties everywhere were swept up in conversations about \"supersized foods.\" Certainly, looking back at...

During the peak of the Y2K era, water cooler chats and dinner parties everywhere were swept up in conversations about "supersized foods." Certainly, looking back at...

The Devastating Death Of 'Super Size Me' Director Morgan Spurlock

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