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Washington Post reporter on trial in Iran for spying

Washington Post correspondent Jason Rezaian went on trial behind closed doors in Iran Tuesday on charges of spying, in a case that has clouded a rapprochement with the United States. Rezaian’s wife, Yeganeh Salehi, who is also a journalist, appeared in court alongside her husband and a female press photographer, Iran’s official IRNA news agency reported. Rezaian was presented with the charges against him, including espionage, the report said.

Pizza Hut, Taco Bell to remove artificial colors, flavors from foods

(Reuters) – Taco Bell and Pizza Hut, two of Yum Brands Inc’s largest restaurant chains, said they would remove artificial colors and flavors from their food as consumers shift to products perceived as healthier. Taco Bell said on Tuesday it planned to replace all artificial flavors and colors and some additives such as trans-fats in its foods with natural alternatives by the end of this year. The Mexican food chain