Chicken Coops Surge, Candy Faces U.K. Ban, and a 1983 Message in a Bottle Washes Up

Clucking Trend: Across the U.S., folks are flocking to backyard chicken coops, driven by a desire for fresh, home-grown eggs. Experts, however, are scratching their heads, warning that poultry parenting isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. The costs of feed, shelter, and care can pile up faster than feathers in a henhouse, and the commitment rivals that of a pet dog. Still, the appeal of self-sufficiency is hard to resist in these egg-citing times.

Candy Controversy: A beloved American sweet has landed in hot water across the pond. The U.K. has issued a safety advisory, citing hidden chemicals in the treat that don’t pass muster. This transatlantic tussle over tasty confections has left candy lovers wondering if their favorite indulgence is more trick than treat.

Bottle from the Past: On a remote island, a man stumbled upon a gin-soaked time capsule—a 1983 message in a bottle. Inside, a faded letter and some Canadian coins told a tale of maritime nostalgia. This discovery proves the ocean still has a knack for delivering history, one wave at a time.