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Erin Go Broke: Corned Beef Costs Skyrocket; America Wastes More Food Than Most Other Countries

• Erin go broke: In the run-up to St. Patrick’s Day, the cost of corned beef is going through the roof. [KYW Newsradio]

• As of yesterday, feeding Philly’s homeless in the great outdoors is a crime. [Daily News]

• We’re not just saying this because it’s almost St. Patrick’s Day: Irish Whiskey is making a comeback. Think of it as somewhat along the lines of small-batch American bourbon. [Food Republic]

• Some guilt with your coffee? Around 30 to 50 percent of food in the world goes to waste, with Americans one of the worst culprits, tossing 33 pounds a week per person, on average. [MSNBC]

• Kate Upton eating a dripping Carl’s Jr. burger might be sexy, but that sandwich is going to lower sperm count, dude. [NYDN]

• Mon dieu: The French Right has caused a furor this week by claiming that most butchers in Paris are selling Halal meat to all customers, Muslim or no, without informing the non-Muslims of this. [Salt/NPR]

Erin Go Broke: Corned Beef Costs Skyrocket; America Wastes More Food Than Most