Pizza Hut selling snake pizza in Hong Kong
Pizza Hut, an American corporation, has partnered with a century-old Hong Kong restaurant to create a modern take on a classic dish called snake on a pizza. The new dish includes Chinese dried ham, black mushrooms, and shredded snake meat—all essential components of a real snake stew—and is a cornerstone of the Hong Kong franchise's internet marketing strategy. For a long time, certain diners in Hong Kong and the surrounding areas of southern China have loved snake stew, particularly in the winter. A local Cantonese tradition states that the greatest time to eat snake is "when the autumn wind begins to blow," which refers to when the snakes have gained weight in anticipation of hibernating. Many people think that eating snake flesh can treat skin ailments. Hong Kong resident Mabel Sieh, a self-described…
Italy divided over new pineapple pizza
Anyone who has traveled to Italy knows that there are unwritten conventions that must be followed, and the most significant of these are related to food. After 11 a.m., a cappuccino? only visitors should use. Bolognese spaghetti? A terrifying idea. On your pizza, pineapple? Heresy, that is, up until this point. But according to Gino Sorbillo, the famed Naples pizzaiolo (pizza maestro), who has introduced the dreaded "ananas" to his menu in Via dei Tribunali, the most famous pizza street in the pizza capital of the world, 2024 may just be the year that pineapple pizza finally makes its way to Italy. "Margherita con Ananas," a creation by Sorbillo, costs seven euros ($7.70). However, this isn't your typical Hawaiian pizza—rather, it's a bianca, stripped of its tomato layer
US government’s proposal to boost EV sales is challenging but not impossible
The US government intends to modify vehicle pollution regulations in a way that would force automakers to market a greater number of electric vehicles. By 2032, around two-thirds of all new cars sold in the United States will need to be electric. According to Matthias Heck, an industry analyst at Moody's, electric vehicles would have achieved that kind of market share sometime beyond 2035 if not for these regulations. He claimed that although the EPA's aims are achievable, they will not be simple, and significant financial outlays will be required. Heck noted that the plan is still only that—a proposal—and that it may change before it is approved. Things will shift significantly over the next ten years, including the infrastructure for charging.
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Hyundai and Kia thefts have risen more than 1000% since 2020
In just the last three years, thefts of specific Hyundai and Kia models have increased tenfold. This sharp rise in thefts is believed to be the result of several social media posts that demonstrate how to steal cars. Data from the Highway Loss Data Institute, an industry association that records insurance information, shows that between the first half of 2020 and the first half of 2023, the number of theft insurance claims for susceptible Hyundai and Kia vehicles grew by more than 1000%. Roughly 1.6 of every 1,000 insured Hyundais and Kias were reported stolen in the first half of 2020. That was comparable to every other car brand. However, by the first half of 2023, that number had increased to 11.2 per 1,000. In the interim,According to Matt Moore, senior vice president of HLDI, there is likely a connection between the sharp rise in thefts and increased public knowledge of the vulnerability and methods for taking advantage of it. Although the theft trend first gained traction on social media, articles about it in traditional media also highlight how susceptible these cars are. However, news coverage by the media can help inform the public about car protection measures. "I believe that at this point, it's crucial to educate consumers about the availability of a remedy for the people who own these vehicles that are vulnerable," the man stated. Up to 9 million car owners and Hyundai and Kia reached a $200 million settlement earlier this year to address allegations.
Rare 1966 Ford GT40 MkI is valued at $7 million and thunders into the auction.
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