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lifestyle1 year ago

Viral TikTok Shows How to Make a $20 Thanksgiving Feast from Dollar Tree

Rebecca Chobat's $20 Thanksgiving dinner recipe using Dollar Tree ingredients has gone viral on TikTok, resonating with those facing food insecurity or seeking affordable meal options. Her video, which includes recipes for Mac & Cheese croquettes, a "Best of Thanksgiving" casserole, and caramel apple cookie bars, has garnered over 10 million views. Chobat's initiative has been praised for helping people provide a festive meal on a tight budget, with fellow creators and viewers expressing gratitude for her impact.

via USA TODAY|
#budgetcooking#foodinsecurity#lifestyle
world-news2 years ago

"UN Officials Warn of Imminent Famine and Uninhabitable Conditions in War-Torn Gaza"

The UN emergency relief chief, Martin Griffiths, has warned of an impending famine in Gaza, with the highest levels of food insecurity ever recorded. Gaza is facing a public health disaster, with tens of thousands dead, hospitals attacked, and infectious diseases spreading. The situation has been exacerbated by the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, with continued rocket attacks and a dire need for international intervention to protect civilians and provide essential needs.

via CNN|
##foodinsecurity#gazafamine
world-news2 years ago

"UN Reports Significant Drop in Global Food Prices for 2023, Despite Staple Exceptions"

The U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization reported a decline in global food commodity prices in 2023 from the record highs of 2022, with a 13.7% decrease in the FAO Food Price Index. However, prices for sugar and rice increased due to climate impacts and trade restrictions. Despite the overall drop, the cost relief has not fully reached consumers, particularly in developing nations. Over 333 million people experienced acute food insecurity in 2023. While grain prices fell, rice and sugar prices rose, with rice up 21% due to India's export restrictions and El Niño concerns, and sugar hitting a 26.7% increase from 2022 levels because of dry weather affecting crops in major exporting countries. Meat, dairy, and vegetable oil prices also decreased, with vegetable oil reaching a three-year low.

via The Associated Press|
##agriculture#commodityprices
humanitarian-crisis2 years ago

"UN Warns of Catastrophic Hunger and Disease Crisis in War-Torn Gaza"

The United Nations relief agencies, including UNRWA and WFP, have issued dire warnings about the widespread hunger and potential for disease outbreaks in Gaza amidst ongoing conflict. Over a million people are displaced, with many facing starvation and inadequate shelter. The health system is under severe strain with numerous casualties and attacks on healthcare facilities. The death toll has surpassed 22,000, mainly civilians, and thousands more are missing. Despite the challenges, some hospital services have resumed. The situation is compounded by tensions and casualties in the West Bank, where the first demolition of Palestinian property in 2024 has been reported, continuing a trend of increasing violence and home demolitions.

via UN News|
##conflict#foodinsecurity
social-issues2 years ago

"Vermont Food Shelves Face Surge in Demand Amid Rising Food Insecurity"

Vermont's food shelves are experiencing unprecedented demand, with some locations serving up to three times more people than the previous year. The surge is attributed to the end of pandemic-era benefits, inflation, a substance abuse crisis, and recent catastrophic flooding. The Vermont Foodbank has seen a significant increase in food distribution, with numbers still well above pre-pandemic levels. The situation highlights the broader issue of food insecurity exacerbated by rising living costs and insufficient wages.

via VTDigger|
##floods#foodinsecurity
world-news2 years ago

"Desperation in Gaza: Dire Conditions and Displacement Crisis Deepen"

The humanitarian situation in southern Gaza has deteriorated significantly due to Israel's military offensive in response to Hamas' attacks. Displaced Palestinians in Rafah are facing extreme food shortages, unaffordable prices, and poor living conditions, with many relying on begging and inadequate aid. The United Nations warns of a looming famine, with all 2.2 million residents of Gaza facing acute hunger and children at high risk of severe malnutrition. The UN Secretary General has called for a ceasefire to allow for the delivery of aid and to prevent a potential catastrophe.

via CNN|
##displacement#foodinsecurity
world-news2 years ago

"Famine and Disease Escalate Humanitarian Crisis in War-Torn Gaza"

The Gaza Strip is facing a severe famine, with conditions in the al-Mawasi encampment highlighting the dire situation. Families are resorting to eating rotten food and hunting cats for survival. Children are too weak to play, suffering from malnutrition and related health issues, while mothers like Camellia Subeh are unable to provide for their infants due to a lack of nourishment. The crisis is a result of the region's economic hardships and blockades, leading to extreme poverty and food scarcity.

via The Times|
##foodinsecurity#gazafamine
politics-social-issues2 years ago

Nebraska Governor Firm on Refusing Federal Child Nutrition Funds

Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen has reaffirmed his decision to reject $18 million in federal funding from the Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer for Children program, which would provide food assistance to children during the summer months. Despite criticism and a petition with over 6,100 signatures, Pillen argues that the state will continue to support food-insecure children through the Summer Food Service Program and believes that pandemic-era relief programs should end. Advocates argue that the on-site program is not accessible to all, especially in rural areas, and that the federal program's benefits far outweigh the administrative costs.

via ABC News|
##childnutrition#federalfunding
world-news2 years ago

"Gaza Crisis Escalates: Urgent Aid Required as Health Risks and Food Shortages Intensify Amid Conflict"

Reports and visual evidence from the Gaza Strip indicate a dire humanitarian situation with widespread famine, disease, and a critical lack of medical supplies. Gazans are resorting to collecting weeds for food, and the extreme conditions are affecting the health of mothers and children. The severity of the crisis raises questions about the moral and legal implications for Israel, suggesting that even staunch supporters may reconsider their stance in light of potential war crimes due to the minimal sustenance provided to Gazans.

via Haaretz|
##foodinsecurity#gazacrisis