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Cascatelli pasta success story and innovative solutions in the food industry
TLDR Cascatelli pasta, developed by Dan Pashman, gains popularity and recognition, while innovative solutions in the food industry, like a French fry technology company's crispy fries, help meet consumer demands and address challenges faced by farmers in India.
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A new shape of pasta called Cascatelli is finally being tried out after years of development by Dan Pashman.
04:36
Biden administration implements a fix using pandemic authority to help borrowers qualify for loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
07:52
A special education teacher in Camden, New Jersey had over $80,000 in student debt forgiven, allowing her to retire with financial relief and a refund check of nearly $8,000.
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A French fry technology company stepped in to help restaurants deliver crispy fries by shifting manufacturing to special crispy fries and providing tips on ventilation to prevent sogginess, leading to increased demand for their product.
15:26
Prime Minister Modi withdrew controversial farm laws in India after facing protests from farmers, leading to a victory for nonviolent protest and people power.
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Farmers in India are desperate for reform due to the challenges faced by small-scale subsistence farmers stuck in cycles of debt, despite the need for shifting workers away from agrarian work into manufacturing.
22:34
A campaign organizer is considering retiring an iconic inflatable rat used in protests, suggesting the need for new creative symbols to challenge employers in different ways.
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Dan's pasta, Cascatelli, has gained significant success, with over 300,000 pounds sold and being named one of Time Magazine's best inventions of 2021, despite facing skepticism from Italians in the pasta industry.
