The recent epidemic of diarrhea and vomiting that spread across Germany is a prime example of the lack of care taken when it comes to children’s nutrition. Even though experts have been calling for higher budgets for school meals for years, politicians, suppliers and parents alike continue to prioritize low prices over quality and health. It’s time to put the health of our children first and ensure that they get the nutrition they need. Read full article here
Oddities
Why Do Modern Pop Songs Have So Many Credited Writers?
The music industry has changed dramatically over the last few decades – with the number of songwriters credited on number one hits more than doubling. This is due to a combination of factors, including money, the computer and a changing definition of what songwriting is. For example, if The Beatles’ classic “I Feel Fine” was released today, it would likely have four writers credited instead of two, due to the influence of producers, samples and interpolations. With the rise of lawsuits, artists now preemptively add songwriter credits to their songs, even if the similarities between their song and the source material are coincidental. It all goes to show that the music industry is becoming more complex and competitive. Read full article here
Merv
March 29, 2023
