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BreakingNews.ie
6 hours ago
- BreakingNews.ie
'Cowboy steaks' and sugar-free Monster drinks among items hand-delivered to prisoners
'COWBOY steaks,' avocados, and sugar-free Monster drinks were among the items hand-delivered to subversive prisoners in the country's highest-security jail. Special arrangements for inmates at Portlaoise Prison allow republicans to order any food or drink they like from local shops except for booze. Advertisement The Irish Prison Service originally refused access to the records saying they could be used to identify the handful of remaining prisoners on the notorious 'E' block of the jail. However, order sheets detail inmates who were often health-conscious with frequent requests for Liberte natural yoghurts, mixed berries, and frozen broccoli. A popular dish on the subversive menu was Mexican cuisine with regular orders for fajita kits, with peppers, onions, grated cheese, and fresh chillies. Carefully selected coffee was on the menu too with one order sheet seeking 'Frank & Honest Coffee Beans Only' along with a bag of Italian and Colombian beans. Advertisement Other items ordered included a pack of Amber Leaf tobacco, a bottle of honey, a pack of Lemsip, and a farewell card. On one occasion, the subversives wanted to celebrate a special occasion and made a request for a birthday cake. They also had plans to make their own cake with an order for self-raising flour, yeast, bags of sugar, and three Terry's Chocolate Oranges. Another sheet said the prisoners wanted a three-for-€5 deal on Dairy Milk Whole Nut, Caramel, and Dark Milk. Advertisement A handwritten note added: 'Any bars will do if some [not available].' On some occasions, the prisoners splashed out with one order sheet looking for 'four fillet or rib eye steaks.' On the same day, they also looked for a pack of frozen onion rings, a box of Magnum ice creams, and a multi-pack of Pepsi. The Irish Prison Service had, for the first time, refused to disclose the records under Freedom of Information laws. Advertisement They said the number of subversive prisoners in jail was now so low that the details could make individuals identifiable. A summary of their position outlined: '[The Irish Prison Service] said the subversive prisoners are high-profile prisoners and their names would be well known to the public. 'It added that these prisoners would be well known to other prisoners and prison officers within both Portlaoise Prison and the wider prison estate.' However, in an appeal decision, the Information Commissioner disagreed saying there was no way to connect the information to an individual. The decision said: 'It would not disclose precisely what items each prisoner ordered. The individual must be identifiable from the information disclosed.' A spokesman for the Irish Prison Service said that subversives in Portlaoise had a 'somewhat different regime' to others in the system. He said: 'The facility to purchase goods over and above what is available in the tuck shop is not a new concession and has been available to subversive prisoners in Portlaoise since 1973. 'It is important to note, additional goods requested by subversive prisoners are paid through their own personal money and not funded by the Irish Prison Service.'
RNZ News
05-08-2025
- Business
- RNZ News
Harricado - a new varietal of avocado, grown in Nelson
business food 31 minutes ago Depending on where you shop, avocados are generally cheaper than tomatoes but pricier than apples so it makes sense to grow your own if you can. Imagine then being lucky enough to not only buy a property with an established tree but to discover that it was a little bit ... well ... special. Harry Pearson has since lent his name to the fruit borne from this tree - the Harricado - and has worked with the New Zealand Tree Crops Association to make it more widely available.
The Independent
31-07-2025
- Science
- The Independent
The vegetable that grew to become a social media phenomenon
Avocados, which originated in Central America around 10 million years ago, narrowly avoided extinction after the megaherbivores that dispersed their seeds died out. Early human civilisations, including the Olmecs and Maya, played a crucial role in the avocado's survival by cultivating and selecting for desirable fruit traits. Initial attempts to establish avocados in the United States, particularly in Florida, were unsuccessful, but later efforts in California introduced cold-hardy varieties like the Fuerte. The globally popular Hass avocado was developed by Rudolph Hass in the late 1920s, named after him because his children favoured its unique fruit. Despite patenting the Hass tree in 1935, Rudolph Hass earned very little from his invention, even as his variety became the dominant avocado in the market.
Yahoo
08-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Calavo Growers (CVGW) Reports Q2 and First-Half 2025 Financial Results
Calavo Growers, Inc. (NASDAQ:) is . On June 9, 2025, the company reported Q2 net sales of $190.5 million, a 3.3% year-over-year increase, with growth in the fresh segment driven by higher avocado prices. However, overall gross profit fell 11.9% to $18.1 million due to lower avocado and tomato volumes. SG&A costs declined 20.9%, helping net income from continuing operations rise to $6.9 million, or $0.38 per diluted share. A field of freshly picked avocados, ready to be shipped to customers. Prepared foods sales dropped 9.9%, and gross profit dipped 6.3%, mainly from reduced volume. Gross profit per carton improved, aided by better avocado margins despite a $0.9 million tariff impact. Adjusted net income declined to $7.1 million, or $0.40 per share, while adjusted EBITDA was $11.4 million. A $0.20 dividend was declared, payable on July 30. For the six-month period ending April 30, net sales rose 10.6% to $344.9 million, with fresh segment revenue up 12.4%. Gross profit increased 8% to $33.8 million, and SG&A costs fell 22.3%. Net income reached $11.3 million, or $0.63 per share, reversing a loss from the prior year, while adjusted net income climbed to $13.1 million and adjusted EBITDA hit $20.7 million. Calavo Growers is a global supplier of fresh produce, best known for its avocados, papayas, tomatoes, and ready-to-eat guacamole. Operating under its Grown and Prepared segments, Calavo serves major retailers and food service customers worldwide. The company markets products under several brands, including Calavo, Avo Fresco, and RIPE NOW! It also offers USDA Certified-Organic Hass avocados and organic guacamole, supporting the rising demand for organic produce. While we acknowledge the potential of CVGW as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock. READ NEXT: 13 Best Blue Chip Stocks to Buy According to Analysts and 10 Most Undervalued Gold Stocks to Buy According To Analysts. Disclosure: None. This article is originally published at Insider Monkey. Sign in to access your portfolio
Daily Mail
30-06-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
Dietician shares 6 cheap foods that work like Ozempic to curb appetite
When it comes to avocados, millennials may have actually got it right. The green fruit works in the same way as jabs like Ozempic, Mounjaro, and Wegovy, one expert has claimed. Slimming injections have ushered in a new era in the war on obesity. The treatment spurs weight loss by mimicking the actions of a hormone released in the gut after eating - GLP-1. As well as telling the pancreas to make more insulin, the GLP-1 hormone feeds back to the brain and makes us feel full - stopping patients from over-eating. But the jabs are not without side effects, with users commonly complaining of nausea, constipation, and diarrhoea after taking the medication. Yet, Maria AbiHanna, a Dubai-based dietician said six certain food groups 'can do the same thing naturally, without the nausea'. The first, healthy fats, includes foods like avocados, nut butters, and fatty fish like mackerel. Despite often being seen as 'bad', she said, a small amount of fat is an essential part of a healthy balanced diet and prove beneficial for weight loss. These fats help the body absorb key minerals and vitamins, such as vitamin D, and reduce the risk of heart disease. Protein, meanwhile, specifically eggs, Greek yoghurt, and edamame beans, can help people feel fuller for longer and 'turns off cravings before they even start', she added. One serving of Greek yoghurt boasts an impressive 20g of protein, whilst three large eggs pack in 18g. Guidelines suggest that most adults need around 0.75-1g of protein per kilo of body weight, which is around 45g for women and 55g for men or two portions of meat, fish, nuts or tofu per day. High-fibre foods, such as chia seeds, lentils, and oats, equally have a similar effect, Ms AbiHanna said. Fibre is a type of carbohydrate found in plants that can help regulate digestion and curb huger pangs. Unlike other carbohydrates, fibre isn't easily broken down in the gut and absorbed by the body as sugar. Rather, it travels down the gut, through the intestines, slowing down digestion and keeping blood sugar steady. Chia seeds expand in your gut, while lentils and oats pack fibre and resistant starch for long-lasting satisfaction, she said. Recent studies have also found that dieters who have fibre rich diets report greater weight loss than their peers. One 2023 study published in the journal Science, found those who followed a high-fibre diet lost more weight than those on a control diet, despite their overall calorie intake being similar. Another food group Ms AbiHanna suggested was leafy green vegetables such as broccoli or cucumber to every meal, 'to feel fuller on lower calories'. Loading up on these high-volume, low-calorie options, such as leafy greens and cucumbers, will trick the body into feeling full as the stomach stretches, she said. Only specific carbohydrates, however, will have a similar effect as GLP-1s, she noted. Slow-burning carbohydrates such as sweet potatoes and quinoa, digest more slowly, helping to maintain energy levels without the dreaded sugar crash. 'Think long-term fuel, not fast-burning fire', she said. 'If it stabilises your blood sugar, it stabilises your hunger.' For this reason, certain snacks also work well. For anyone looking to lose weight, she advised opting for green tea or matcha to help suppress hunger pangs, or fat-fibre combinations like apple slices with nut butter to ward off sugar cravings. 'This isn't about dieting or willpower', the nutrition expert said. 'It's about working with your biology, not against it.'
