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12 Oct 2010 23:40

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World: Chilean miner rescue: Think the media coverage is a bit much?

  • Maybe we’re a bit sarcastic and all, but we almost feel like this rescue is getting the coverage it is because it’s a piece of red meat. We’re very happy to see the story slowly work its way towards an improbable ending, but we don’t like the way the media coverage is playing out. The is the kind of story that 24-hour news networks love, because it means ratings (especially if you’re CNN). But this? It’s like baby Jessica fell down the well all over again. source

04 Oct 2009 12:24

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Biz: Daily Poll: On E. Coli and the dangers of eating meat

  • In today’s major E. Coli expose in the New York Times, we were stunned by this line: “A test by The Times found that the safe handling instructions are not enough to prevent the bacteria from spreading in the kitchen.” Which makes us feel like we need to pose this question. What do you think? source

15 Sep 2009 10:15

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Biz: WE WANT BIGGER BURGERS (and smaller ones)

  • 47% of people want more burger choice; they heart red meat source

24 Mar 2009 09:50

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U.S.: The red meat: Eat too many burgers, you die sooner.

A new study says too much red meat is bad for you. Duh. source