Food manufacturer Cento is committing “tomato fraud,” lawsuit alleges

Two California residents are suing Cento Fine Foods, alleging the company engaged in “tomato fraud” by claiming that the tomatoes in one of its canned products are the authentic San Marzano variety from Italy. The plaintiffs claim that Cento’s “Certified San Marzano” labeling is “false, misleading and unfair,” alleging that the tomatoes in the product …

Read more

40-ton whale dies amid wave of strandings off coast of Washington state

A 40-ton whale died after becoming stranded on Washington’s Samish Island, becoming the latest in a string of whale deaths along the state’s coastline. The whale became stranded on the island’s gravel beach on Monday night, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association’s regional branch said on social media. Researchers from local organizations responded on Tuesday …

Read more

What are today’s mortgage interest rates: May 6, 2026?

Homebuyers and owners looking to refinance should start by reviewing their mortgage rate options. Getty Images/iStockphoto While mortgage interest rates this month may not start in the position many borrowers would prefer, they’re still better than what they were in May 2025. And better than they were in May 2024, too. The average rate on …

Read more