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Highly processed foods are linked to addictive eating

New research confirms what most people know: highly processed foods, including certain types of chocolate, pizza, burgers and French fries are among the most addictive and trigger an inclination to overeat.

Police officer delivers pizza after arresting delivery driver

The Illinois Oswego Police Department has recounted details of an event earlier this week where an officer who had arrested a pizza delivery driver proceeded to complete the delivery to the customer.

The remarkable chemistry of pizza (video)

Naples - Everyone enjoys pizza, right? As you tuck in to a slice, have you ever wondered what is happening in order make the slice so tasty? A new video explores the chemistry behind the cheese, tomato and dough.

Pizza Hut New Zealand to offer new Mexican-inspired pizza flavors

Italians may have invented the pizza, but an industry staple in New Zealand takes the concept in a decidedly different direction with the release of its new series of flavors.

Pizza Hut announces major brand overhaul

Dallas - Pizza giant Pizza Hut has announced plans to expand its offerings and personalize its menu, increasing everything from available toppings to the types of cheeses it uses.

Is a Canadian company developing cannabis-infused pizza sauce?

Vancouver - The latest foodie trend adds weed to the pizza pie equation. Is "Weed Pizza" coming to Canada by way of Colorado? Here's what you need to know.

Arrested man allegedly ordered pizza to police station

Michael Harp was having a bad enough day on Tuesday when he was locked up in Corbin, Kentucky's jail for allegedly being intoxicated in public and shoplifting.

Frontier Airlines pilot treats delayed passengers to pizza

Cheyenne - Passengers on a Frontier Airlines flight from Washington DC to Denver probably thought their trip could not get much worse after their plane was diverted to Wyoming because of bad weather.

Pilot buys pizza for all passengers on delayed plane

Cheyenne - A manager at a Domino's Pizza in Cheyenne, Wyoming, received an order from a Frontier Airlines pilot, who wanted to feed passengers that were stuck on a delayed plane.

Op-Ed: Zombie bees terrorize Bushwick

Brooklyn - Near Roberta’s in Bushwick, Brooklyn, the bees, like the freaks, come out at night. Earlier today the whole neighborhood was abuzz with talk of swarming bees near Roberta’s Pizza at 261 Moore St.

Pizza delivered by drone in India; Domino's is also testing idea

Mumbai - Did you ever dream that one day your pizza might be delivered by an unmanned drone? Last week one was delivered in that manner in India by a little known company. Domino's, however is also testing the feasibility of using the same concept.

Pizza Hut does it again with new pineapple bun stuffed pizza

Just when you think Pizza Hut can't come up with any more ideas for its consumers, the company has announced the launch of a brand new stuffed pizza.

Could pizza herb prevent winter vomiting disease?

Need an excuse to order pizza? Scientists have found that carvacrol — the substance in oregano oil that gives the pizza herb its distinctive warm, aromatic smell and flavour — is effective against the winter vomiting bug.

Papa John’s investigating 'dough monster' in recycling bin

Edinburgh - Pizza chain Papa John’s says it’s investigating a mysterious “pizza explosion” in one of its recycling bins in Scotland, after pictures of the overflowing dough went viral on social media site, Twitter.

Pizza box revolution from India

A Mumbai businessman has improved the decades old pizza box to make the food remain fresh. His solution: making sure the packaging has proper ventilation.

Pizza Hut to start selling pizza by the slice

Pizza Hut, one of the top-three U.S. pizza chains, started selling single-slice pizza Tuesday at two of its newest locations in two new locations in York, Neb. and Pawtucket, R.I.

Where is Macaulay Culkin now? Playing in pizza-themed Velvet Underground tribute band

The child actor synonymous with the Christmas-themed Home Alone films has formed a tribute band playing Velvet Underground songs, with lyrics solely devoted to pizza. Well, Kevin DID like his pizza.

Time-lapse POV video showing how to make a pizza

Sarasota - A tasty little insight into how to make a pizza, from tossing and shaping the dough right through to boxing the finished article. Wondering what to have for dinner? This will get the juices flowing.

Boy finds dead cockroach on pizza, restaurant shut down

Pizzas come with a variety of toppings and crust sizes, but having a dead cockroach baked into the crust is surely not one of them. One UK pizzeria in Leeds is attracting attention for all the wrong reasons.

Papa John's deliveryman allegedly delivered cocaine with pizza

Police in New York arrested on Wednesday a Papa John's deliveryman Ramon Rodriguez, 45, after he allegedly sold a kilogram of cocaine worth $27,500 to undercover police officers outside the Brooklyn restaurant where he worked.

Domino's Pizza introduces donut shaped pizzas

If pizza isn't good enough for you, hopefully Domino's Pizza's solution will accommodate your needs by putting together all the classic fast food restaurant menu items.

Pizza to become cheaper in Canada

Ottawa, as well as other dairy farms across Canada, have decided to allow thousands of pizza restaurants to buy mozzarella cheese at a heavily discounted price.

Pizzas delivered by fire trucks in Vermont

Essex Junction - Domino's Pizza in Essex Junction, Vermont, is partnering with the Essex Fire Department to deliver pizzas. This is part of an initiative to promote fire safety.

Singapore Pizza Hut introduces 'Double Sensation' pizza

Singapore's Pizza Hut introduces their "Double Sensation Pizza" featuring two rings of crust and a decadent array of unique toppings.

Pizza Hut Canada makes limited edition perfume

What originally started out as a gag ended up becoming a reality as Pizza Hut Canada introduced a limited edition Pizza Hut Perfume to 110 lucky winners.

Local business owners welcomes Papa John's price hike

Papa John's is in the news once again, and this time the competition is actually thanking the pizza giant for its stance on Obamacare.

Pizza resto in NYC stays open during hurricane Sandy

New York - Uncle Paul's pizza located on 46th St. and Vanderbilt Ave. in New York City decided to stay open during Hurricane Sandy.

Get a free garlic pizza at the Dove & Olive pub in Sydney Special

Sydney - Digital Journal’s resident Sydney myth buster has busted the myth that there is no such thing as a free lunch. There is and it can be found at the Dove & Olive Hotel (pub/bar), 156 Devonshire Street, Surry Hills.

Papa John CEO Schnatter says Obamacare will increase pizza price

Papa John's CEO John Schnatter, says Obamacare will force a $0.11 to $0.14 price increase per pizza or $0.15 to $0.20 per order because the company, the third-largest pizza chain in the US, will have to offer coverage to more of its 16,500 employees.