Dying lobsters, laudable legislation, and more.

Why Eleanor Roosevelt—one of the most memorable first ladies in American history and an unshakably gracious person—refused to offer dinner guests a decent meal.

The EPA finally enacts regulations on five common fumigants that kill virtually every living thing in the soil.

An inside look at the political education of the legendary Chez Panisse founder.

Candidates’ wives are high-level political operatives without a lot of free time. So why do we expect them to don aprons and bake?

Kelly Senyei shares the scoop on the Oscar-nominated star’s off-screen life, including family meals and her work with Mario Batali

A court decision comes as good news for opponents of genetically modified crops. But is it the beginning of a political sea change, or just a blip?

Will insects and manufactured meat be on our menus in 40 years? Robert Sietsema asked scientists, chefs, and other experts about the future of food

In the ongoing battle between organic farmers and Monsanto, the mega-company recently won a significant round in court. Now what? Julia Savacool reports on the state of the suit and investigates...

Recent reports indicate that the emerging epidemic could be linked to unsanitary conditions at a factory hog farm.