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Competitive eating legend Joey Chestnut claimed his third consecutive title at the Ultimate Bologna Showdown, proving once again why he's the undisputed champion of the sport. The beloved competitor continues to push the boundaries of what's possible in competitive eating.
Legendary competitive eater Joey Chestnut added another world record to his collection by defeating four Tampa Bay Buccaneers players in a cake-eating showdown. The victory marks his 55th competitive eating world record in a career spanning over two decades.
After missing last year's contest, competitive eating legend Joey Chestnut returned to Coney Island and claimed his 18th Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest title. The 10-time consecutive champion downed 66 hot dogs and buns on the Fourth of July, proving his dominance in the sport remains unshaken.
A surprising new study reveals that restaurant calorie labels, often criticized for harming people with eating disorders, actually help those with binge eating disorder feel more in control. The research challenges assumptions about one-size-fits-all mental health impacts.
Competitive eaters will race to devour bananas for 10 minutes on the Wildwood boardwalk next May, creating the very first world record in this fruity category. The winner takes home $3,500 and their name in the history books.
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Scientists say tuning into your body's hunger signals beats counting calories for better health. This approach improves mental wellbeing, physical health, and helps people enjoy food again.
Scientists discovered people eating unprocessed foods consumed 57% more food by weight yet took in 330 fewer calories than those eating ultra-processed foods. The findings reveal humans have built-in "nutritional intelligence" that guides us toward balanced diets when we eat whole foods.
Scientists discovered a simple trick that helps people resist junk food when life gets overwhelming. The secret? Decide what you'll eat before stress hits.
Young classical musicians around the world now have a chance to launch their careers at one of the most prestigious competitions in the field. The George Enescu International Competition in Bucharest is accepting applications through May, offering not just prize money but life-changing career opportunities.
A Cairo developer is giving startups something most competitions don't: actual buildings to test their ideas in. The 7th Tatweer Misr Innovation Competition partners entrepreneurs with real construction sites and mentor networks.
A new Tel Aviv University study proves that startup competitions genuinely boost company survival and funding access, not just reward teams already destined to win. The secret lies in how the competitions are designed and integrated into broader entrepreneurial ecosystems.
Indian students can now apply to design, build, and launch real rockets and satellites in a national competition that teaches them how space missions actually work. The deadline is April 30, 2026.
A video game designer turned her teenage struggle with calorie counting into a healing tool for others. "Consume Me" uses gentle gameplay to show how eating disorders quietly affect daily life.
Princeton now offers specialized eating disorder care through a new collaboration that brings together expert teams. The program provides intensive support for people who need more than weekly appointments but don't require hospital stays.
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Twelve student teams from Hong Kong just earned spots at a national innovation finals, showcasing solutions to real-world challenges. The competition brought together young entrepreneurs ready to turn creative ideas into impact.
A new continental competition invites young Africans aged 15 to 35 to create AI and robotics solutions that could transform the continent's economy. Winners connect with investors and policymakers to turn their innovations into real-world impact.
A Queensland couple who helped their own daughters survive eating disorders just opened Australia's first recovery village with eight tiny homes for people transitioning back to everyday life. The village will support 60 families each year, filling a critical gap between hospital care and going home.
Fourteen young Ghanaian entrepreneurs competed for cash prizes totaling $1,900 to launch and grow their businesses at a national talent competition. The winner, a sustainable soap company, took home $1,200 to expand operations.
Angolan high schoolers just proved their skills on an international stage, taking third place in a four-nation STEM competition. Their success reflects a growing national commitment to science education that's preparing the next generation for tomorrow's challenges.
Researchers in Melbourne have successfully tested a breakthrough treatment for ARFID, a complex eating disorder affecting up to 2% of young people. The therapy combines family support with emotional coping skills to help teens overcome severe food avoidance.
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