Mario Ríos Montt, Bishop and Brother of Genocidal General, Dies at 94
In Guatemala, he led the Catholic Church’s human rights office. His brother, a dictator who took power in a coup, was convicted of crimes against humanity. Source link
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US blockade of Iranian ports explained in two minutes
A US blockade of Iran’s ports has began on Monday after peace talks between the two countries ended without a deal over the weekend. In a social media post, US President Donald Trump warned that any Iranian “fast attack ships” caught trying to approach the blockade “will be immediately ELIMINATED”. But what will the blockade…
The cold truth: Why your fridge is quietly killing the flavour of your tomatoes |
Storing tomatoes in the refrigerator can destroy their flavour and texture. Scientific evidence shows that cold temperatures cause irreversible damage to the volatile compounds responsible for a tomato’s taste and aroma. There’s a certain disappointment in taking a big bite out of a beautifully red tomato that lacks any taste whatsoever. While it appears perfect…
Ruben Gallego alleges Eric Swalwell ‘lied’ and ‘betrayed’ him, says he never saw inappropriate behavior
Sen. Ruben Gallego, D-Ariz., said Tuesday that his close friendship with Rep. Eric Swalwell obscured his judgment about rumors that the California Democrat had engaged in potentially inappropriate behavior with women over the years. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. “My friendship with him, our family’s…
Hamas rejects Gaza disarmament plan, Palestinian official says
He accused Nickolay Mladenov, the high representative for Gaza on the US-led Board of Peace, of bias towards Israel. Last month, Mladenov outlined a framework for Gaza’s demilitarisation as part of the second phase of the ceasefire deal agreed by Hamas and Israel in October. Source link
The frosty fix: Why vinegar ice cubes are the ultimate secret to a fresh kitchen |
Tired of lingering kitchen smells? Forget chemical cleaners! A simple, eco-friendly trick involves freezing white vinegar into ice cubes. The kitchen has been tidied up, the counter has been wiped, and you have even managed to light your favourite fragrance, but some unpleasant smell refuses to leave. This usually comes from a place right below…
Another early heat wave hits, this time in Northeast
Record-breaking heat is expected to take hold across states from the Plains to the Northeast this week, causing temperatures to soar to unseasonable highs. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. The early heat wave comes less than a month after oppressive heat choked much of the…
JD Vance defends backing 'great guy' Orbán's campaign after landslide defeat
Hungary’s leader was a “great guy” who did a “very good job”, the US vice-president said, but he was sure he could work with Péter Magyar. Source link
How Gen Z investors can cope with stock market volatility
Specker/vedfelt | Digitalvision | Getty Images Amid the U.S. war with Iran, some young investors have gotten their first taste of market volatility. “An early decline can make the market feel unusually dangerous when volatility is a normal part of long-term investing,” said certified financial planner Douglas Boneparth, president and founder of Bone Fide Wealth, a…
Nvidia stock on a 10-day winning streak, up 18% over that stretch
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang delivers the keynote address at the GTC AI Conference in San Jose, California, on March 18, 2025. Josh Edelson | Afp | Getty Images Nvidia stock is on a tear, rising more than 18% over the past ten days. It’s the longest winning streak the artificial intelligence chip giant has seen…