Coca-Cola, Pepsi Pledge To Reduce Americans' Intake Of Sugary Drink Calories
A number of top beverage makers have pledged to take steps to reduce the amount of calories Americans consume each day via sugary drinks.
New Software Helps Farmers Cash In On Taxpayer-Funded Farm Bill Subsidies
Two universities have introduced a new computer program to help American farmers get the most out of national farm subsidy programs.
UN: H5N6 Avian Flu Strain 'Particularly Worrisome' As It Sweeps Southeast Asia
The U.N. is warning about A(H5N6), a new strain of avian flu that is striking chicken and geese from China to Vietnam.
National Bohemian Sells Out: Russians Buy 'Natty Boh' Beer Maker In Deal For Pabst Brewing
The brewer of the iconic National Bohemian beer -- or "Natty Boh" as Marylanders like to call it -- has been sold with Pabst to a Russian conglomerate.
Iconic American Beer Pabst Blue Ribbon Jumps Ship For Russia
Pabst Brewing Company, maker of hipster symbol Pabst Blue Ribbon beer, has been sold to a Russian beverage conglomerate.
Scottish Independence Could Mean More Expensive Scotch Whisky
Scotch whisky prices could see a spike if Scotland votes for independence from the U.K. Thursday.
San Francisco Politician Admits Truvada Use In Push To Combat HIV
San Francisco official Scott Wiener said that he takes Truvada, and urged gay men to take the antiviral drug to combat the spread of HIV.
Biden Says 'Shylocks' Was 'Poor Choice Of Words' After Criticism From Jewish Group
The Anti-Defamation League criticized Biden's use of the anti-Semitic slur but said the vice president had "no ill intent."
Police Report Details Of NFL Player Jonathan Dwyer Arrest On Domestic Violence Charges
The Phoenix Police Department released details of Arizona Cardinals running back Dwyer's arrest on charges including domestic violence.
Arizona Cardinals' Jonathan Dwyer Arrested For Alleged Domestic Violence: Report
Arizona Cardinals running back Jonathan Dwyer has reportedly been arrested for alleged domestic violence.
Kerry Says No US Combat Troops Will Fight ISIS On The Ground
The assertion that "U.S. troops will not have a combat mission” lands a day after a general seemed to suggest we may one day see the opposite.
EV D68 Enterovirus Cases Confirmed In New York City, New Jersey
Enterovirus D68 (EV-D68) has officially been confirmed in patients in New York City and New Jersey, health officials said.
Food Safety Loophole Remains Intact Under New FDA Standards: Experts
Experts say an overhaul of the FDA's process for determining food-additive safety will do little to close a crucial loophole.
Ebola: House Republicans Fund Obama's $88 Million Response Request In Spending Bill
House Republicans agreed to fund the White House's request for Ebola response in their proposed spending bill.
US Milk Prices Hit Record High As Domestic Dairy Consumption Surges
Milk and cheese consumption in the U.S. is booming, but record dairy prices may not be here for the long run.
Ebola Outbreak: 'Huge Need' For Funding, Supplies, Says UN Agency
With the death toll over 2,000 and still climbing, the Ebola fight faces major shortfalls in funding, equipment and logistical capabilities.
Dozens Of Protesters Arrested As Fast-Food Workers Strike In NYC, Chicago
Dozens of people were arrested Thursday morning at rallies in American cities, where protesters demanded better pay for fast food workers.
Florida's Economy & Immigrants Reel As 'Greening' Ravages Orange Juice Industry
The economy and tens of thousands of guest workers are likely to take a hit as the "greening" disease decimates the vital crop.
Why CVS Pulled Tobacco To Rebrand As Health Care-Focused Company
CVS pharmacies have stopped selling tobacco products, a move that will lose money at first but help rebrand the chain as a health care company.
Saudi Arabia Stops Issuing Visas To Workers From Ebola-Stricken Nations
Saudi Arabia announced it has stopped issuing visas to workers from three countries at the center of the ongoing Ebola outbreak.
Russia And China Kick Off Construction Of Massive Gas Pipeline
Russia and China launched construction of an almost-2,500-mile natural-gas pipeline between themselves Monday.
Pro-Democracy Protests Erupt In Hong Kong Over Controversial Electoral Decision
Pepper spray was used to break up pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong over China's decision to vet candidates.
Big Food Acquires Green Companies To Boost Sustainability, But Does It Work?
Major food corporations buy small companies dedicated to sustainability in order to help their own practices -- and their images. Does it work?
Big Food Must Invest In Social Responsibility To Thrive, Experts Say
Major food companies need to invest heavily in corporate social responsibility if they hope to continue to thrive.
Burger King-Tim Hortons Deal Generates Tax Inversion Controversy
Some analysts say Burger King is buying Tim Hortons and moving to Canada to reap the tax benefits, but not everyone agrees.
U.S. Cheesemakers Raise Stink Over Geographic Labeling Restriction Proposals
U.S. cheesemakers fear plans to limit the use of "gouda" and "feta" to cheeses made only in specific European regions.
Russia's Food Import Restrictions Will Create Mix Of Winners & Losers
As the ban rolls out, nations not affected by the prohibition have an opportunity to step in and fill the gap left behind by economic giants.
Eric Garner Fallout: Support For Police Slowdown Strong On Popular NYPD Forum
Many users of a forum popular with the NYPD support a "work-to-rule" slowdown as protest in the wake of Eric Garner's death.
No Meat Used In V8 & Tomato Soup: Campbell's Addresses Controversy
Campbell's Soup addressed a brewing controversy Wednesday, stating that the company uses no meat or animal-derived ingredients in its V8 or tomato soup products.
Russia To Ban Some Agricultural Imports In Response To Sanctions
Under the decree, the Russian government will generate a list of all products to be restricted or banned from entering the country.