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More than 25,000 cases of pizza and focaccia bread products from Trader Joe’s and HelloFresh are being recalled due to possible metal contamination in an ingredient. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has classified the recall as a Class II, meaning there is a low risk of serious harm.
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The recall involves pizza and focaccia products sold at major retailers including Trader Joe’s and through HelloFresh meal kits.
Bakkavor, a food manufacturer, initiated the recall because of potential metal fragments found in slow-roasted tomatoes.
The FDA classified the recall as Class II, implying low risk of serious harm.
Affected products include HelloFresh Basil Pesto & Mozzarella Pizza with use-by dates from June to September 2026.
Recalled focaccia breads under brands like Trader Joe’s have use-by dates from April to October 2026.
Distribution of these products occurred in 10 states including Arizona, California, and Texas.
Consumers are advised not to eat these products and may return them for a refund.
No illnesses or injuries have been reported related to this recall.
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A painting by the 19th-century Indian artist Raja Ravi Varma sold for $17.9 million at an auction in Delhi, setting a new record for Indian artwork. The painting was purchased by Cyrus Poonawalla, a billionaire businessman. The sale highlights the rising demand and value of Indian and South Asian art.
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Raja Ravi Varma's painting "Yashoda and Krishna" was sold for $17.9 million.
The artwork broke the previous record set by MF Husain's painting, which sold for $13.8 million.
The buyer was Cyrus Poonawalla, a prominent businessman and founder of Serum Institute of India.
Varma's works are labeled as "art treasure" under Indian law, meaning they can't be exported and must be sold to Indian buyers.
Varma is known for blending European art techniques with Indian themes.
The painting shows a scene from Hindu mythology, depicting Krishna and his foster mother Yashoda.
The sale indicates a growing market for Indian art as a financial asset.
The auction was conducted by Saffronart in Delhi.
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The article explains why certain states in the U.S. are not ideal for starting an Airbnb business. It highlights five states where strict regulations, high taxes, and market challenges make it hard for Airbnb hosts to make a profit.
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Airbnb hosts in 2023 earned an estimated average of $14,000.
States with strict rules on short-term rentals can make hosting difficult.
High taxes and fees can reduce the earnings of Airbnb hosts.
Market saturation, where many Airbnbs exist, leads to more competition and lower prices.
The five states considered worst for starting an Airbnb are listed, with New York City having specific challenges due to recent regulations.
High home prices and mortgage costs compared to rental income can affect profitability.
Other factors include HOA rules, insurance costs, and public attitude towards short-term rentals.
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An American traveler who planned a trip to Hong Kong found that airline ticket prices had nearly tripled in less than a year, making the trip seem unaffordable. The increase in airfare is part of a larger trend where prices rise due to factors like demand, seat availability, and higher jet fuel costs fueled by global events.
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Airfare prices for a trip from New York to Hong Kong went from about $900 to between $1,800 and $2,500 in less than a year.
Airlines use pricing systems that change ticket costs based on demand, seat availability, timing, and competition.
Global events, including rising oil prices, have led to increased jet fuel costs, influencing higher airfares.
Jet fuel prices reached $197 per barrel in March, nearly double from the previous month, according to the International Air Transport Association.
AirAsia CEO stated that fare increases are unavoidable due to higher operational costs.
Travelers are advised to book flights when they see a favorable price, as waiting can lead to higher costs.
Airlines often release a limited number of cheaper seats initially, with prices increasing as seats sell out.
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A woman shared her experience of going through seven rounds of job interviews, a case study, and a meeting with HR, only to be rejected. Her story highlights the frustration that many job seekers feel with long and intensive hiring processes that don't always lead to a job offer. The article discusses how these demanding processes can be emotionally draining and sometimes involve unpaid work.
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A 34-year-old woman went through seven interview rounds over nearly two months and was ultimately rejected.
Her experience reflects a broader frustration with lengthy and complex hiring processes.
Some commenters noted the emotional toll and the need to stay neutral despite repeated rejections.
The interviewed candidate mentioned feeling confused by the rejection email after extensive preparation.
Another individual faced a similar situation, noting satisfaction that a well-qualified candidate got the job.
Concerns arise about companies requiring candidates to do assignments resembling unpaid labor.
Career guidance suggests some interviews may overstep by asking for complex projects and presentations.
The company in the woman's case reposted the job position shortly after her rejection.
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In-N-Out, a popular fast-food chain, is expanding by opening new locations in five U.S. states. This expansion includes new restaurants in several states and marks the first-ever In-N-Out opening in Arizona's Buckeye and a significant branch on the Las Vegas Strip.
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In-N-Out will open new branches in five states.
Arizona's town of Buckeye will get its first In-N-Out.
A large three-story In-N-Out will open on Las Vegas Boulevard.
Tennessee will soon have a fifth In-N-Out location.
The company will open branches in St. George, Utah, and Vancouver, Washington.
In-N-Out plans to hire 75 workers per new restaurant at $17.50 per hour.
In-N-Out still has more than 65 percent of its locations in California.
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Walmart is offering a three-course Easter meal for about $9 per person through Sam’s Club. The meal, designed to be convenient and budget-friendly, includes a salad, a choice of lamb or ham, a coconut cake, and various sides. The Easter meal package is for about 15 people and can be ordered in advance for home delivery.
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Walmart is offering a holiday meal for Easter priced at about $9 per person.
The meal is available through Sam’s Club, Walmart's membership-based warehouse.
It includes a salad, main dish choice of lamb or ham, a coconut cake, and various sides like green beans and mashed potatoes.
The package serves about 15 people.
Most items in the meal require minimal preparation.
The meal can be ordered in advance for home delivery, depending on location.
This offering is part of Walmart's strategy to attract budget-conscious shoppers.
The Easter meal promotion is part of a larger campaign that includes discounts on décor and holiday essentials.
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The Hotel Monroe in Monroe, Louisiana, is the first full-service hotel in the United States to be certified completely gluten-free by the Gluten-Free Food Program, with endorsement from the National Celiac Association. This means everything in the hotel, including its restaurant and event spaces, is made without wheat, barley, rye, and oats. Although all dishes are gluten-free, some drinks might still contain gluten and are prepared separately.
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The Hotel Monroe is the first 100% gluten-free certified full-service hotel in the US.
The certification was given by the Gluten-Free Food Program and endorsed by the National Celiac Association.
The hotel does not allow any foods with gluten in its kitchens.
The hotel features a restaurant, a bar, and event spaces, all of which follow gluten-free practices.
Some beverages, like certain beers and vodkas, might contain gluten but are prepared separately.
Gluten can cause issues for people with intolerance, such as stomach pain and fatigue.
Other gluten-free options in Monroe include local restaurants with gluten-free menus.
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On National Burrito Day, April 2, various restaurant chains in the U.S. are offering special deals and promotions on burritos. These promotions include buy-one-get-one offers, discounts, and complimentary items for rewards members.
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National Burrito Day falls on April 2.
Qdoba offers a free burrito or bowl with the purchase of an entrée and drink for rewards members.
Moe’s Southwest Grill has a BOGO free burrito or bowl deal, requiring a rewards account for online orders.
Torchy’s Tacos provides a $5 Breakfast Burrito deal until 2 p.m. in-store.
Farmer Boys offers a BOGO 50% off breakfast burritos for app users.
Tocaya gives a free side of chips and guacamole to rewards members with a burrito purchase.
Baja Fresh offers $5 chicken burritos in-store, one per customer.
Chipotle runs a code-breaking game for rewards members to win burrito-related rewards.
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JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon warns that the U.S. is facing more global risks than it has since World War II. He highlights threats such as the rise of artificial intelligence and geopolitical tensions, calling for business leaders to actively help address these challenges. Despite the risks, Dimon remains somewhat hopeful about the country's ability to handle these issues.
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Jamie Dimon is the CEO of JPMorgan Chase.
Dimon says the U.S. is dealing with the most risks in 80 years.
He identifies issues like AI displacing workers and increasing cyberattack risks.
Other risks include tensions with China, Iran, and Russia, as well as economic challenges.
Dimon urges business leaders to take a more active role in solving societal problems.
He acknowledges difficulties in openly criticizing political leaders.
Dimon also speaks on the importance of acknowledging problems to solve them.
He mentions the history of JPMorgan Chase's settlements related to Jeffrey Epstein.
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Families in the UK, including those in Shropshire and Birmingham, are dealing with rising living costs. This has led some people to reduce spending on basic needs due to increases in bills like council tax, food, and petrol. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer mentioned the Iran conflict as a factor affecting prices but assured that measures are being taken to help with the cost of living.
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Families in Shropshire and Birmingham are feeling the strain from rising living costs.
People are cutting back on everyday expenses to cope with increased prices.
Costs have risen for essentials like council tax, food shopping, and petrol.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer noted the Iran conflict impacts UK prices.
Measures are being taken to address the increased cost of living.
Some people, like Dan James, find it hard to afford even on a good wage.
Karen Fear is working three part-time jobs but struggles to get by.
Lisa Hirst reports her council tax increased by £10 a month, affecting her budget.
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President Donald Trump introduced tariffs that have changed global trade over the past year. The tariffs have affected the relationship between the US and China, caused some countries to look for new trade partners, and altered the overall flow of imports and exports.
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President Trump raised US tariff rates from about 2.5% to around 10%.
The trade tensions primarily impacted the US and China, causing a significant reduction in trade.
US imports from China decreased by roughly 30% last year.
Shipments from the US to China also fell by more than 25%.
Chinese goods dropped to less than 10% of America's overall imports, down from more than 20%.
Other countries, like Mexico and Vietnam, saw increased US imports, partly due to Chinese investments there.
Global trade partners, like the UK and Canada, are looking for new buyers beyond the US.
Despite increased tariffs, US imports grew by more than 4% last year.
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Oil prices went up, and stock markets fell after President Donald Trump gave a speech about the ongoing conflict with Iran. He mentioned that the U.S. does not rely on Middle Eastern oil and urged other countries to keep the Strait of Hormuz open for shipping. The speech has led to uncertainty about when oil shipments might return to normal, affecting global markets.
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President Trump gave a speech about the Iran conflict from the White House.
After the speech, oil prices increased significantly.
Brent crude oil rose by 4.8% to $106.02 per barrel.
West Texas Intermediate oil rose by 4% to about $104 per barrel.
Stock markets in Asia fell, including Japan's Nikkei and South Korea's Kospi.
The Strait of Hormuz is crucial for global oil transport, with about 20% of the world's oil passing through it.
President Trump suggested that countries needing Middle Eastern oil should ensure the Strait stays open.
Uncertainty over the duration of the conflict and oil supply stability has affected investor confidence and market trends.
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President Donald Trump spoke about the Middle East conflict and noted the stock market's high performance, but shortly after, stock market futures dropped. This decline happened amid ongoing uncertainty about the war in Iran and economic concerns in the U.S.
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President Trump noted record-high stock market levels during his speech.
Stock market futures fell shortly after Trump's speech, with Dow Jones dropping by about 0.8%.
Trump said military actions in Iran would continue for two to three more weeks.
Investors expected signs of the conflict de-escalating but did not get them from the speech.
Oil prices rose sharply, increasing fears of inflation.
Concerns are growing that the ongoing conflict could harm the U.S. economy and Republican political power.
A Harvard/CAPS poll shows most people think the economy is worse now than under former President Biden.
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New laws are set to make it easier for people to cancel subscription services with just one click. The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) announced that these changes will help save money and avoid "subscription traps." The laws are expected to be active by spring 2027.
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New laws will let people cancel subscriptions easily with a single click.
The changes will include a 14-day cooling-off period to allow refunds after subscriptions auto-renew.
The laws aim to prevent consumers from being automatically moved to more expensive contracts without notice.
Companies must inform customers before free or discounted trials end.
The DBT estimates the changes could save the public around £400 million a year.
Some types of memberships, like those for charities, cultural, and heritage organizations, won't be covered by these rules.
Approximately 10 million unwanted subscriptions are active in the UK.
Over 3.5 million people in the UK are unexpectedly moved from free trials to full contracts.
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Some Motability drivers under 30 are unhappy with a new rule requiring black-box trackers in their vehicles. These boxes monitor driving patterns, and multiple negative ratings could result in losing access to the Motability vehicle leasing scheme. The organization says this is to keep costs down and ensure safety, but some users feel it compromises their freedom.
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Motability will install black-box trackers in vehicles driven by people under 30.
The black boxes track driving habits such as speed and braking.
Accumulating more than four red ratings in a year might lead to removal from the Motability scheme.
The Motability scheme allows disabled individuals to lease a vehicle using part of their benefits.
Keron Day, an actor with cerebral palsy, voiced his concerns about the black boxes.
Motability argues the black boxes help reduce insurance costs and improve safety.
Since September, 300 drivers have been removed from the scheme in Northern Ireland.
The black box requirement also applies to any driver under 30 named on a policy, including family or personal assistants.
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SpaceX plans to sell its shares to the public, a move that might make Elon Musk the first trillionaire. The IPO could raise about $75 billion and make SpaceX one of the largest public offerings in history. The company has already attracted interest from investors due to its successes in space and satellite technology.
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SpaceX is preparing for an IPO, potentially in June or July.
The IPO is expected to raise approximately $75 billion.
SpaceX is currently the most valuable privately held company in the world.
Elon Musk's vision for SpaceX includes ambitious goals like moon bases and Mars missions.
SpaceX merged with the AI firm xAI in February.
Starlink, part of SpaceX, is the largest satellite communications service globally.
SpaceX's IPO could potentially increase its valuation to nearly $1.5 trillion.
The proposed public offering might surpass the previous largest IPO by Saudi Aramco in 2019.
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At the Women's Global Impact Forum 2026, leaders from various industries, including finance, healthcare, infrastructure, and paint, discussed strategies for decision-making in uncertain situations. They emphasized different skills important for leadership, such as storytelling, language, and influence management.
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The event took place at the Women's Global Impact Forum 2026 in Los Angeles.
Leaders from finance, healthcare, infrastructure, and paint industries participated.
Megan Selby, former president of BEHR Paint Company, was a panelist.
The discussion focused on making decisions with limited information.
Panelists highlighted important leadership skills: storytelling, language use, self-awareness, and influence management.
Megan Selby stressed the importance of influence management to lead effectively.
The forum aimed to share advice on handling risks and changes in business.
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Stock markets around the world are rising, and oil prices are going down as people hope the war with Iran might end soon. However, there are mixed signals about these hopes, and previous positive market reactions have been disrupted by ongoing conflict.
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Global stock markets saw significant gains on Wednesday.
Oil prices are dropping amid discussions of a possible end to the Iran war.
The S&P 500 index in the U.S. rose by 0.7%.
The S&P 500 had one of its best days since last spring on Tuesday before continuing to climb on Wednesday.
Stock markets in Europe and Asia also rose, showing bigger gains than U.S. markets.
South Korea's stock market surged by 8.4%, reacting to Wall Street's positive movement.
There are conflicting reports and signals about the end of the Iran war despite market optimism.
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Federal regulators have approved a new weight-loss pill made by Eli Lilly. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) gave quick approval to the pill, called orforglipron, which helps people control their appetite and feel full.
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The FDA approved a new weight-loss pill from Eli Lilly.
The pill is named orforglipron.
It is the second daily oral medication approved for obesity.
Orforglipron is a GLP-1 drug.
GLP-1 drugs mimic a natural hormone in the body.
This hormone helps control appetite and feelings of fullness.
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