With a heavy heart, we inform you that Crocs, the abomination of the footwear world, are killing it. The company says sales are up by more than 50% as the world seeks comfort after a rough year. It seems misery loves company…

In another sign ‘o the times, US food bible Epicurious has a beef with… beef. The move is “not anti-beef, but rather pro-planet,” they say.

And for a picture of the unifying power of food, this takes some beating. Hold the steak…