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🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

I was flipping burgers, now I'm a manager. Crazy queues and Big Macs for the Bagaglino

The article discusses the journey of a former crew member from McDonald's who became a manager, highlighting challenges and public perceptions.

Mar 15 • 00:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

We are worried about oil, but the global food market is also at risk

The article discusses the challenges faced by the global oil market and its implications for the food market in the context of current geopolitical tensions.

Mar 13 • 16:15 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A new DNA: a new model is proposed for the agricultural contractor business

At Expoagro, Hernán Ferrari emphasized the need for agricultural contractors to adapt their business model to meet the challenges of future food demands.

Mar 12 • 21:25 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Everyday Life in War: Having Pizza in Tehran

Despite the ongoing war, people in Tehran are still ordering food, as illustrated by the experiences of two delivery drivers who confront dangers and personal challenges while working.

Mar 12 • 13:41 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Price Cap on Food: Who Benefits and Who Loses from the Government's Measure

The Greek government plans to introduce a price cap on profit margins for food and fuel, aiming for price reductions soon, but businesses face challenges in adapting to the new regulations.

Mar 12 • 04:18 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The long-repeated rule about fatty food was a lie: doctors advise changing habits

Recent research challenges the long-standing advice to avoid all fats, especially saturated fats, suggesting a reevaluation of dietary guidelines for healthier eating.

Mar 12 • 03:51 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Ghana: in the Tarikom refugee camp, despite the warm welcome, precariousness remains

The article discusses the conditions faced by Burkinabé refugees in the Tarikom camp in northern Ghana, highlighting both the welcoming local communities and the ongoing challenges of food shortages and essential supplies.

Mar 11 • 23:07 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Laura Romano, nutritionist and diet specialist: "Neither croissants make you fat nor light toast make you lose weight"

Nutritionist Laura Romano challenges societal perceptions about food labels and the misconceptions surrounding their impact on weight gain or loss.

Mar 11 • 06:50 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Artificial intelligence cannot eat seeds, but it has learned to eat spaghetti

A new advertising campaign illustrates the difficulties AI faces in generating images of people eating seeds, sparking a discussion about the challenges AI encounters with food imagery.

Mar 11 • 04:25 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Great British Bake Off's Nadiya Hussain addresses 'physically and mentally hard' year

Nadiya Hussain, winner of the Great British Bake Off, reflects on a challenging year marked by the cancellation of her food show and her new role as a teaching assistant.

Mar 9 • 08:05 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Islam Qala Crossing: When Food Supply Routes Tighten for Afghan Markets

The article discusses the challenges faced by Afghan merchants at the Islam Qala border crossing due to the decreased supply of trucks arriving from Iran, impacting local markets significantly.

Mar 8 • 04:21 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

"To a Hungry Latvia": The Number of Food Packet Recipients Increased by 20%

The number of people receiving food packets in Latvia has risen by 20%, highlighting the increasing need for food assistance amid economic challenges.

Mar 7 • 16:50 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Stavrianí Zervakáku – Cooking memories, places, and freedom

Stavrianí Zervakáku reflects on her culinary journey emphasizing simplicity, nature's relationship with food, and gender challenges in her career.

Mar 7 • 05:04 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Food Challenges: How Much Can the Stomach Endure and What Are the Risks?

Food challenges have become a viral phenomenon on social media, raising concerns about their potential health risks.

Mar 6 • 15:05 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Remote community families going hungry despite grocery subsidy scheme

Residents in remote communities of the Northern Territory are facing challenges in affording basic food items, even with government support through a grocery subsidy program.

Mar 5 • 22:11 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

‘Downturn diet’? The crunch on fast food chains as consumers seek deals

Canadian fast food chain A&W reports increased sales as consumers focus on value deals amidst economic challenges.

Mar 5 • 20:56 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

EU: The New European Strategy for Shipping is Crucial

The Greek Shipowners' Association welcomed the European Strategy for the Shipping Industry, highlighting its significance for the EU in the face of rising challenges for the sector.

Mar 5 • 06:11 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Just Eat will soon stop delivering food to hungry Danes

Just Eat has announced plans to cease its food delivery services in Denmark due to strategic re-evaluations and market challenges.

Mar 4 • 09:05 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
World

Russia stops grain exports to Iran – Reuters

Russia has halted grain exports to Iran despite already supplying approximately 95% of its expected wheat deliveries for the season, amid ongoing challenges in Iran's agricultural sector.

Mar 3 • 17:40 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Learn about the cost of the Ramadan table 2026 in 10 Arab countries

The article examines the rising costs of food items in ten Arab countries during Ramadan 2026 amid economic challenges affecting households.

Mar 3 • 10:54 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The costs of fighting hackers may lead to higher food prices

The recent amendment to the Cyber Security Act in Poland poses financial challenges for food producers, impacting food prices.

Mar 2 • 03:09 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
World

So 'friendly': Trump proposes to take Cuba 'in a friendly way': 'They have no money or food'

Donald Trump suggested the possibility of a 'friendly takeover' of Cuba, claiming the country faces significant challenges due to U.S. energy sanctions.

Feb 27 • 20:12 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Life & Tech

Love sushi? Here are six perfect wines for sushi

The article offers tips and recommendations for selecting the perfect wines to accompany sushi, addressing the common challenges faced by sushi enthusiasts.

Feb 27 • 08:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Action and Pepco nibble at Lidl and Biedronka. Unusual popularity in Poland

Discount non-food chains like Action and Pepco are increasingly popular in Poland, posing challenges for traditional hypermarkets.

Feb 26 • 12:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Tomato, butter, and rice drive increase, and the basic basket in Campinas has the highest value since July

The cost of the basic food basket in Campinas, Brazil has reached its highest value since July 2025, driven by increases in the prices of tomatoes, butter, and rice.

Feb 26 • 11:17 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Just Like in a Sci-Fi Movie: Medicinal Mushrooms Grown in Tõrva

In Tõrva, Estonia, the company Shroomwell cultivates medicinal mushrooms in controlled conditions, emphasizing its role in food security amidst global challenges.

Feb 25 • 22:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Traders: The Manufacturer's Offer Also Delays the Fulfillment of All Low Price Basket Requirements

The article discusses the challenges grocery stores face in maintaining a low price food basket with ten product categories, highlighting disagreements between retailers and regulatory body PTAC.

Feb 25 • 16:11 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Is there any sense in this health trend? Straight talk from an expert: 'Cool your jets'

An expert challenges the logic behind a recent health food trend gaining popularity in Finland.

Feb 25 • 09:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Crowds at industrial discount stores. They attract customers with prices and diverse offerings

Discount non-food retail chains in Poland are increasingly drawing customers due to competitive pricing and varied product range, posing challenges for hypermarkets.

Feb 25 • 03:07 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

How much do you know about cooking? If you score more than 9 in this test, Gordon Ramsay wouldn't shout at you

A quiz challenges home cooks on their knowledge of food ingredients and dishes, published again by Me Naiset.

Feb 24 • 16:30 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Rwanda: New Bill Sets Stage for Modern, Market-Led Farming

Rwanda is proposing a new plant production bill aimed at modernizing agricultural practices and ensuring food security in response to population growth and climate challenges.

Feb 24 • 05:50 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Finally, there is life in the beautiful premises. Or?

The article discusses the challenges faced by the restaurant Yokoso despite its appealing location and ambiance.

Feb 23 • 18:17 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
Life & Tech

TESTS ⟩ Can you recognize a dish by four ingredients?

A culinary quiz challenges participants to identify 15 dishes based on a combination of just four key ingredients.

Feb 23 • 13:04 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'No One is Hungry Under Our Rule' - CM Rekha Gupta

Delhi's Chief Minister Rekha Gupta stated that the city hosts thousands of people daily for work, trade, healthcare, and education, including laborers who struggle to prepare meals due to their busy work schedules.

Feb 23 • 02:20 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Where free food is distributed in Texas from February 23 to 28, 2026

Texas will provide numerous free food distribution sites across the state during the last week of February 2026 to assist families in need.

Feb 23 • 01:24 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The famous fast food chain in the U.S. confirms the closure of more than 300 stores in 2026

Wendy's has confirmed plans to close over 300 locations in the U.S. in response to economic challenges as part of a recovery strategy.

Feb 22 • 08:02 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

The absence of Ramadan life in the major markets of Khan Yunis in Gaza

The vibrant Ramadan atmosphere is notably absent from Khan Yunis' well-known food market due to damage from conflict and economic challenges.

Feb 22 • 07:52 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Ramadan in Damascus: The Resilience of the 'Table Setting' and the Decline of 'Serving' Due to Inflation

Ramadan in Damascus witnesses bustling markets filled with shoppers seeking traditional foods and drinks, despite economic challenges affecting practices around serving and feasting.

Feb 22 • 06:03 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Popular food blogger dies a torturous death after eating poisonous seafood

A 51-year-old food blogger, Emma Amita, has died after consuming a poisonous devil crab for a social media video.

Feb 21 • 22:02 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Jordanian Study: Turning Kitchen and Garden Waste into Organic Fertilizer

A Jordanian study proposes turning kitchen and garden waste into organic fertilizer to address the growing organic waste crisis and food security challenges in the Arab region.

Feb 21 • 04:19 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Blue-black-white on our plate

The article discusses the rising interest in preparing national colors-themed dishes for Estonia's Independence Day, particularly focusing on the challenges of incorporating blue in food preparation.

Feb 20 • 22:02 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Escape Room 'Suitu Enchanted Forest' - How to Excitingly Teach Local Cultural History

A local escape room game themed around Suitu culture provides an interactive way for students to learn about their heritage, through challenges related to local food, music, and geography.

Feb 19 • 15:03 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

KUKU ⟩ Trapped in Ice Prangli Resident: I also freeze milk, but the child misses the fresh produce

A resident of Prangli Island describes the challenges faced due to the island's ferry being under repair, affecting access to fresh food and medical care.

Feb 19 • 13:53 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Parents Are Not the Problem

The article discusses how contemporary food environments and aggressive marketing create challenges for parents trying to provide healthy meals for their children.

Feb 19 • 12:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

A. Žvagulis, who opened a new pizzeria, talks about lessons from his famous father: 'He is very demanding'

Entrepreneur Ą. Žvagulis is opening a new pizzeria in Vilnius, showcasing a wood-fired oven and a variety of offerings beyond pizza, despite the challenges of the small space.

Feb 19 • 09:52 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
Sports

"I haven't eaten warm food for two weeks" - Elīna Ieva and Mārtiņš Boti about their diet in Milan and Cortina

Latvian athletes Elīna Ieva Bota and Mārtiņš Bota discuss their experiences and challenges regarding food and nutrition during the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.

Feb 18 • 22:02 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Kaupo Meiel: about food and the state, which can sometimes be hard to digest

Kaupo Meiel reflects on the challenges of digesting both national cuisine and the complexities of statehood in Estonia ahead of the anniversary of the Republic.

Feb 18 • 12:13 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Bankruptcies of popular sandwich chain locations. The brand is facing problems

Subway is experiencing significant challenges, leading to the bankruptcy of several of its locations in Germany.

Feb 18 • 11:17 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Food and Drinks Become Stars in International Markets

Greek food and beverage exports have surged, nearly doubling over the last decade to approach 7 billion euros as businesses seek new revenue sources amidst economic challenges.

Feb 17 • 19:44 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Editorial: The Restaurant Industry Throws in the Towel

The Finnish restaurant industry is undergoing significant changes due to shifting consumer habits and the rise of delivery services, resulting in both creative destruction and economic challenges.

Feb 17 • 19:00 UTC

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