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The danger is not only that systems fail, but that failures spread quickly when they do.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

Resilience is shaped not only by how food moves across borders, but also by how data and decisions are managed within the system.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

Even though food was physically available, it could not move through the system.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

In effect, food that is not "seen" by these systems becomes unusable.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

Maggie tried not to appear too eager, but she took a big drink.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith