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For more than a century, folklore and cartoons have warned us: eat cheese before bed, and you’re in for a strange night. Winsor McCay’s 1904 comic strip Dream of the Rarebit Fiend famously turned the spicy cheese toast called Welsh rarebit into a portal for surreal, unsettling dreams. Now, a new study suggests McCay may have been on to something. Researchers led by Dr. Tore Nielsen at the University of Montreal report a striking link between certain food sensitivities (especially lactose intolerance) and experiencing nightmares. Drawing on a large survey of over a thousand university students, the study uncovers how...

Plastic wrap may seem convenient, but it shortens your cheese's shelf life. Think twice before wrapping your cheese in plastic and tossing it in the fridge. If you want your favorite block or wedge to stay flavorful and last longer, how you store it matters - a lot. Most people unknowingly shorten the life of their cheese by sealing it in airtight plastic, which suffocates the product, ruins its texture and dulls its taste. Instead, take a cue from the pros. We spoke with John Montez, certified certified cheese professional lead at Murray's Cheese in New York, who shared how...

NATIONAL CHEESECAKE DAY National Cheesecake Day on July 30 offers a slice of one of America’s favorite desserts. Order up a cheesecake with your favorite topping. Get it delivered or make it at home. #NationalCheesecakeDay This smooth dessert hits the spot when the end of the meal rolls around. While most cakes have a crumb, cheesecake’s texture is nothing like cake. Indeed, its creamy, thick pudding-like character comes from the soft cheese used as the main ingredient. Depending on the recipe, either cream cheese or cottage cheese is used. When the cheese is mixed with sugar, eggs, and other ingredients,...

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<p>MONTEROSI, Italy (Reuters) -Producers of Pecorino Romano cheese, one of Italy's best known food exports, are lobbying to be spared new U.S. tariffs that could raise consumer prices and take a chunk out of their export market.</p><p>Gianni Maoddi, president of the Consorzio di Tutela del Pecorino Romano, said the cheese has for more than 140 years been popular in the United States, which accounts for around 40% of annual exports.</p>

A covert ring of journalists and fact-checkers—tasked with discrediting and burying the Pizzagate story—has been exposed. But they weren’t just protecting the pedophile elite. They were part of it. This wasn’t just media manipulation. It was complicity. And as the arrests begin, the world is finally seeing the truth: the very people who called it a “conspiracy theory” were committing the crimes all along. Pizzagate was never a theory. It was a cover-up. And now, their cover is blown justice is coming down like a hammer. Before we dive in, a quick word about our partner VP.net—the next generation of...

The Dubrovnik Times reports that an archaeological team from the Dubrovnik Museums recently uncovered 4,000 years of human occupation in the Crno Jezero ("Black Lake") Cave. The 780-foot-long cavern snakes its way 300 feet underground near the village of Ponikve on the Pelješac peninsula. The excavations highlighted the different ways that local peoples used the cave from the Bronze Age to the Middle Ages. During the second millennium b.c., the cave was mostly used for temporary or seasonal housing, especially during periods of conflict or inclement weather. From the ninth to the sixth century b.c., the space was transformed into...

PARIS/JERUSALEM, June 16 (Reuters) - France shut down the main Israeli company stands at the Paris Airshow on Monday for refusing to remove attack weapons from display, sparking a furious response from Israel and inflaming tensions between the traditional allies. Stands including those of Elbit Systems (ESLT.TA), opens new tab, Rafael, IAI and Uvision were blocked off with black partitions before the start of the world's biggest aviation trade fair. Smaller Israeli stands, which didn't have hardware on display, and an Israeli Ministry of Defence stand, remained open. France, a long-time Israeli ally, has gradually hardened its position on the...

Police said a man was angry about the type of cheese on a sandwich he ordered at Momty's Grill on 111th Street. He got into a shouting match with an employee, who called her son to help.

Apple transported five planes full of iPhones and other products from India to the US in just three days during the final week of March, a senior Indian officials confirmed to The Times of India. The urgent shipments were made to avoid a new 10% reciprocal tariff imposed by US President Donald Trump’s administration that took effect on April 5. Sources said that Apple currently has no plans to increase retail prices in India or other markets despite the tariffs. To mitigate the impact, the company rapidly moved inventory from manufacturing centres in India and China to the US, even...

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent explained why he fully supports Elon Musk, DOGE, and their speed of operation. “I am completely aligned with what Elon’s doing, and everyone said, do you have to do it so fast … like I said, I’ve only been in this business for seven weeks, I’ve only been in DC for eight weeks, but the thing I can tell you is if you don’t move fast the vested interest will weigh you down like the quicksand will come up, or the claws ..everybody’s got lobbyists … “I mean, think about it. Within a 10-mile radius of...

MADISON, Wis. - 'Fromagination' Cheese Shop has sat across the street from the Capitol for 17 years. But the owner says this year, with executive orders and federal policies, he's concerned about the future of his business and the dairy industry. “We want to showcase Wisconsin's rich treasure, and that's cheese,” owner and founder Ken Monteleone said. And for 17 years, Ken Monteleone has been the final stop in that treasure's long journey. “You know, from our dairy farmers, from our cheesemakers to the people that sell the cheese, it's a big industry that's not only important in Wisconsin, but...

ARCHES NATIONAL PARK, Utah (KUTV) — A trailer carrying thousands of pounds of shredded cheese split open after the semi-truck hauling it tipped over near the entrance to Arches National Park in Grand County, spilling its contents across the roadway. Utah Highway Patrol Sgt. Cameron Roden said the semi, traveling southbound on US-191, veered off the road for an unknown reason around 6 a.m., striking two light poles. The trailer tipped over upon impact and spilled shredded cheese across the highway. All southbound lanes were closed while two tow trucks worked to remove the semi from the scene. Northbound traffic...

Behind that aroma is a complex cheese packed full of flavor.Just because an ingredient or dish is polarizing doesn’t mean it’s not worth your time. As a child I didn’t like mushrooms — their somewhat slippery texture can be off-putting — but learning to love them over the years has opened up new opportunities to enjoy a meaty, umami-packed, and versatile ingredient. What would I do without buttery mushroom pastas and crispy fried fungi in my life now? Among the world of misunderstood ingredients, perhaps none is as renowned stinky cheeses. Taleggio, Limburger, Époisses, raclette, and Gruyère are all varieties...

NATIONAL CHEDDAR DAY National Cheddar Day adds some cheesy goodness on February 13th! #NationalCheddarDay Grilled cheese would be buttered bread without melt-able slices piled high; burgers would be lackluster without a perfect ooze; mac & cheese would just be…mac, to be frank. So many of our iconic American dishes simply wouldn’t be the same without a slice of cheddar’s deliciousness. CHEDDAR HISTORY There’s some history to this love of cheddar as well. How exactly did cheddar become a staple in so many of our favorite foods? Let us tell you! Cheddar first rolled into being in the village of Cheddar...

NATIONAL CREAM CHEESE BROWNIE DAY On February 10, National Cream Cheese Brownie Day shines a spotlight on an irresistible dessert bar. Combining chocolate and cream cheese has long been a favorite in the bakery. When it's added to a brownie recipe the results are spectacular. #CreamCheeseBrownieDay The brownie has been around since the 1800s but was first documented in 1906 in the cookbook The Boston Cooking School Cook Book. There are hundreds of cream cheese brownie recipes. However, we also enjoy them cut up into parfaits or mixed into ice cream. Add a dollop of whipped cream, berries or a...

The commercial shows Gemini wrongly stating that Gouda makes up ‘50 to 60 percent of the world’s cheese consumption.‘ Google just debuted a series of Super Bowl ads showing how small businesses use Gemini AI across all 50 states, but the cheese lovers out there might notice something a little off about its Wisconsin one. As spotted by @natejhake on X, the ad shows Gemini AI generating text that says Gouda accounts for “50 to 60 percent of the world’s cheese consumption” — a stat that isn’t quite accurate. The cheese is undoubtedly popular in Europe, but the same can’t...

Researcher Alejandro Marangoni demonstrates the stretchy properties of his team’s plant-based cheese analog. Credit: Alejandro Marangoni Researching the interactions between plant-based proteins and fat matrices can enhance the texture and nutritional quality of vegan cheeses. Plant-based dairy products offer a popular alternative for those who avoid animal products, but manufacturers struggle to replicate the rich, creamy texture that makes traditional dairy so appealing. To address this challenge, scientists from the University of Guelph in Ontario and Canadian Light Source Inc. in Saskatchewan are developing plant-based cheese that closely mimics the taste and texture of real cheese while providing improved health...

A Redditor was stunned to discover that a packet of Swiss cheese contained holes only in the display section visible through the packaging. The user, u/pianoshootist, shared their unusual find in the subreddit Mildly Infuriating, where the post quickly amassed over 40,000 upvotes. "They only put holes in the display part of the Swiss cheese," the OP wrote in the title of their post. Accompanying it was an image of a square slice of Swiss cheese with holes strategically placed along the edge. These holes were visible through the transparent portion of the packaging, creating the illusion of a "hole-y"...

Camel milk may be better for our immune health than cow's milk. (Leo Morgan/Shutterstock) In a nutshell * Camel milk contains significantly more immune-supporting proteins than cow’s milk (1,143 vs. 851) and lacks the main protein that triggers dairy allergies * Its bioactive compounds may help fight harmful bacteria, support heart health, and create a healthier gut environment, though more research is needed * While production is currently limited (camels produce about 5L/day vs. cows’ 28L), camel milk’s ability to be produced in arid climates makes it promising for regions where traditional dairy farming is challenging JOONDALUP, Australia — Move...