Sheldon Lavin, the chairman of the Aurora, Illinois meat producer at the center of a reported safety scandal that has dragged in McDonald’s in mainland China, Hong Kong and Japan, has arrived in Shanghai and is due to join a press conference with other senior company officials this afternoon, government-published Shanghai Daily said today.
Sunday, July 27, 2014
New Study Says Probiotics May Help People With High Blood Pressure
A new study in the American Heart Association journal Hypertension suggests that probiotics (a.k.a., “good” bacteria) might offer another interesting benefit: Reduced blood pressure. Probiotics are well known to benefit gut health, the immune system, and possibly even brain health. More recent evidence has shown that the benefits may also extend to metabolic measures like cholesterol and insulin sensitivity. And it’s likely through these avenues that the benevolent microbes exert their effect on blood pressure, particularly in people who have high blood pressure to begin with.
The 3 Keys to Surviving Major Life Transitions
You might think that the most important work a financial advisor can do is related to allocating a client’s investment portfolio, or perhaps helping secure a timely insurance policy or drafting the optimal estate plan. In fact, their most important work is done when clients are in the midst of navigating life’s major transitions.
Would You Go This Far To Win A Project Or Job?
Would you ship yourself to a prospective employer in a crate, dressed in a Superman suit? “Hi, my name is Steve Schussler and I’m your new salesperson.” The stunt nearly killed this ambitious entrepreneur, but the risk paid off: He eventually became one of the most successful creators of theatrical experiences in the restaurant and retail world.
Hurricane Hernan forms in Pacific off Mexican coast
The storm Hernan strengthened into a Category 1 hurricane far off Mexico’s western coast Sunday as it headed out into the Pacific Ocean and posed little threat to land.
Lightning strikes 9 people on L.A. beaches
Authorities say eight people have been struck by lightning on Los Angeles’ popular Venice Beach boardwalk, with a ninth person hit on Southern California’s Catalina Island.
What It's Like To Own Your Very Own Harrier Jump Jet
The Harrier Jump Jet is known for vertical take-offs and landings. It also has an accident-prone track record, but that didn’t dissuade one pilot from buying his dream plane.
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