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The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries’ Animal Health and Production General Directorate on June 3 destroyed 100 pigs seized from two slaughterhouses in the capital after they were found to be infected with African swine fever (ASF).
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‘The Ribs Of God’ Return to McDonald’s
After an
annus horribilis for the ages, the last month of 2020 has finally finally! brought us four magic words bringing joy, hope, and salvation to a restless world.
The. McRib. Is. Back. (What, you were expecting “Vaccine authorized for coronavirus”?)
On Dec. 2, McDonald’s reintroduced its pork sandwich nationwide for the first time in eight years. The McRib’s reappearance prompted cheers from fans, who had developed websites dedicated to finding the savory sandwich, and questions from others who don’t understand the commotion. To both connoisseurs and critics, the McRib brings a welcome respite, however brief, from the horrors of this pandemic year.