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Blame Food Network, Alice Waters or Whole Foods — but food has become the one of the few consumer products by which we measure status both social and economic.

Today in the news: why the world isn’t getting enough sleep; teaching texting in schools; Canada Post warns of email virus; Joseph Gordon-Levitt goes bad for Batman; and the United States drops bombs on Libya.

Last week the New York Times’ health blog Well reported on a small U.S. study about bike seats and sexual health that may have a few women re-thinking their weekly spin class.

What is the one thing that your beloved wants more of from you? According to a recent poll by the dating site Zoosk.com (via The Vancouver Sun), it’s not your time, attention or money they desire most—it’s your irreplaceable and utterly unique kisses.

Studies show men’s sperm count on steady decline; 11 tips for cheaper travel; the homeless man with the golden voice gets a job; Costa Book Award winners; and more scary unexplained animal deaths.