axiebet88
US ambassador praises charity founded by Gordon Brown29 House Republicans Ask Trump to End IRS Direct File via ‘Day-One Executive Order’Rick Palacio, the former chair of the Colorado Democratic Party, violated the state’s ethics law when he became a consultant for Gov. Jared Polis in late 2020 because he had too recently served as the governor’s chief of staff, the state’s Independent Ethics Commission ruled. The commission did not levy any financial penalties against Palacio, who led Colorado Democrats from 2011 to 2017. That is because commissioners determined he had not “violated the public trust,” according to a report issued by the commission last week. A complaint was filed against Palacio in 2021 by Defend Colorado, a conservative group, alleging he’d violated ethics rules the year before when he was hired as a consultant for Polis’ office immediately after serving as the governor’s interim chief of staff. Palacio served as interim chief in late 2020, while the governor’s permanent chief of staff was on maternity leave. After then-chief Lisa Kaufmann returned to work in November 2020, Palacio remained on staff for the rest of the month. He was then given a contract as a consultant beginning Dec. 1, 2020, to continue working on pandemic-related issues. Colorado’s ethics law requires recently separated state employees to wait six months before they can be contracted by a state agency to work on anything they had previously been directly involved with, as Palacio was with pandemic efforts. Still, the commission found that Palacio did not need to face any penalties because he had not violated the public trust. Commissioners found that he did not violate a state law barring state employees from using official acts to enrich themselves. According to the report, Defend Colorado agreed that “Mr. Palacio’s consulting contract did not create a conflict of interest or a potential for unfair advantage in Mr. Palacio’s favor.” In an emailed statement Friday, Palacio said the state was “confronted with a once-in-a-century pandemic” during his work with Polis’ office. When “my state needed help, I was honored to step up and serve,” he wrote. “In moments of crisis, I have always believed it is our duty to contribute however we can, and I would hope that anyone else would do the same if called upon by their governor or president.” In a statement, Polis spokesman Eric Maruyama said the governor’s office was “deeply grateful for (Palacio’s) exceptional contributions” and said the office was pleased that the ethics commission found that “Palacio’s actions never compromised the public trust or caused harm to the state.”WITH the festive season now officially here, people across the country have already excitedly put up their Christmas decorations. According to tradition, Christmas trees shouldn't be put up until the beginning of Advent, which starts on the fourth Sunday before December 25. This year, Advent began over the weekend - December 1. But if you're still to hunt your tree out of the loft or hall cupboard then we've got a clever hack to make it look better than ever. A savvy Christmas fan left social media users stunned on Saturday after revealing her very simple trick that gives her artifical tree a fuller look. Posting on the Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK Facebook group, which boasts 2.6million members, Sandra said: "The lower third of my tree, I move the branches over to the front. "This helps me place the tree closer to the wall and always makes the tree look fuller. "Not a bargain just a hack. I've done this for a few years now." Sharing a before and after picture of the tree, Sandra's tree looks immediately fuller with no gaps visible between the branches. Her post quickly racked up almost 1,000 likes with other Christmas fanatics revealing they also use the same trick. "I always do this, it saves some space", gushed one. A second wrote: "Yes I do this. It works a treat." A third added: "I do this. I then use the left over branches to make an arrangement for my TV unit." And a fourth chimed in: "This is what I always do but mine starts to lean forward from the weight of the braches at the front, so I use a kettle bell to anchor it down." Others, meanwhile, were shocked that this is the first they've heard of the festive hack. One person exclaimed: "Why have I never thought of this? Thank you." Someone else echoed: "Omg how did everyone else know about this and I didn't thank you." Another said: "I didn’t know you could do this but glad I saw this post when I did because I am just getting my tree out. Thank you." A fourth gushed: "Thank you I was having a fight with my tree and wall this morning so I will be doing this later." "This is such a good idea and one I'll definitely be trying once ours is out tomorrow", added a fifth. And a sixth wrote: "Never thought of that will try it this year, thanks for tip." Before you head out to find the perfect tree for the season, there are some things to consider, the experts at Christmas Tree World reminded. HERE'S what you need to know if you're buying a real Christmas tree: First thing's first: buy a pot (if it doesn't come in one already). You'll need to treat your tree just like a houseplant and give it water and attention. Make sure the container has good drainage - and it's a good idea to put something underneath to catch the excess water. Check the soil everyday to make sure it's not drying out. If it feels dry, give it some water. If it still feels moist, leave it alone as too much water can also kill a tree. Also check the LED bulbs on your tree lights aren't too hot as they could burn it, and keep your tree away from radiators. When Christmas is over, try planting it in the garden so you can dig it up and use it again next year. It's a good idea to take it out of its pot when you do re-plant it though, as large trees don't survive well in pots as their roots need space to grow.
NoneA WOMAN has landed a lottery jackpot after a simple suggestion. She was in disbelief over the sweet payday , and her family could hardly believe what had happened. The Baltimore, Maryland , resident was not a frequent player but decided to try her luck after a family member's suggestion, per a November 25 release from the Maryland Lottery. Earlier this month, the family member told the woman, a waitress at a local restaurant, that he was going to buy some tickets on his drive home from work. Taking his advice that it's fun to take chances every once in a while on the lottery , she told him to buy her a ticket using the last $5 in her purse. "I told him I didn't care which game, any would do," the woman told officials. Read More on the Lottery He chose the $5 Deluxe Crossword scratch-off game and gave it to her to scratch that evening. When she did, it revealed the game's grand prize amount of $50,000. "When I scratched the ticket that night, I was amazed," she recalled. "Totally in shock." Most read in Money LUDICROUS LUCK The woman said she ran into the other room to show her family the big win, and they all thought she'd "gone crazy" initially. After confirming it for themselves, she said they "all went a little bit crazy." Maryland Lottery officials confirmed that the woman purchased the scratch-off at the Carroll Fuel gas station in Baltimore. The gas station will get a bonus for selling the winning ticket. Since the prize was over $25,000, the woman must have made an appointment with the Lottery Claim Center in Baltimore to get the cash. While there, she would've been confronted with two options to collect the money — a lump sum distribution or annuity payments. Players who win big on lottery tickets typically have a choice to make: lump sum or annuity? The two payout methods can impact how much money you get from your prize. Annuities pay out slowly in increments, often over 30 years. Lump sums pay all at once but in a smaller amount, as taxes are withheld in one go. That means 24% of your prize goes to Uncle Sam right away. Many states tax winnings as well. Annuities can provide winners time to set up the financial infrastructure required to take in a life-changing amount of money, but lump sums have the benefit of being taxed only once. Inflation is also worth considering when making a choice, as payouts do not adjust with the value of a dollar. That means that you'll likely be getting less valuable money towards the end of an annuity. Each state and game pays out prizes differently, so it’s best to check with your state’s lottery to confirm payment policies. A financial advisor can also help you weigh the pros and cons of each option. Experts have varying opinions on whether to take the lump sum or take the annuity . GONE IN A FLASH Annuity payments split the money through distributions over several years with less tax implications. The lump sum allows a winner to get the prize all at once but sees significant taxes placed on it upfront. The federal government imposes a 24% tax on all lottery winnings above $5,000, and states set their rates. Maryland's is 8.75% for state residents and 8% for non-residents. That means instead of $50,000, the woman will walk away with around $33,625. Taxes taken out total around $16,375. Read More on The US Sun A Michigan player recently won $2 million from a scratch-off ticket but was forced to hand over $700,000 immediately for taxes. In Massachusetts, a man who won $1 million also instantly lost $300,000 due to his decision.
NFM Family of Lenders Named a Top Workplace by the Baltimore Sun for 13th Consecutive Year
35 Magic Potions Disguised As Beauty Products, No Big DealSeahawks have taken a bumpy path to first place in the NFC West
MADRID (AP) — Real Valladolid beat Valencia 1-0 and rose off the bottom of La Liga on Friday. Moroccan forward Anuar scored with a solo effort after 19 minutes. “It's a sense of relief because we needed the three points,” Anuar said on broadcaster DAZN. “It was like a final, and fortunately, we managed to come out on top.” Valladolid's Juanmi Latasa was sent off 12 minutes from time after a video review showed he used an elbow, but the home side managed to hold on for the win against a toothless rival. It was a welcome three points for caretaker coach Álvaro Rubio and his first since replacing Paulo Pezzolano, who was fired at the start of December. Valencia replaced Valladolid on the bottom of the table. Valencia has only two wins in 15 league games, but two games in hand. AP soccer: https://apnews.com/hub/soccer
LeBron James decided to take a break from social media on Wednesday due to the excess “negativity” it generates. The Lakers star took to X to share a post to declare his temporary absence from the internet. However, that didn’t spare the NBA’s all-time leading scorer from criticism from infamous LeBron critic Skip Bayless. Before LeBron announced his break from social media, he shared a lengthy post from Kevin Durant’s longtime agent, Rich Kleiman. In the post, he expressed his feelings toward the current landscape of sports media, which is centred around “negative takes .” Bayless didn’t hold any problems with Kleiman’s comments. However, he criticized James for the irony in his method of announcing his break from social media. He said , The former Fox Sports media personality called out James for following Kleiman’s advice when his client, Kevin Durant, didn’t. In 2017, Durant was exposed for using a burner account to defend himself against fans on X (formerly known as Twitter). Durant’s actions led Bayless to call the two-time champion “thin-skinned” for being irritated by others’ words. He didn’t hold back from criticizing James for announcing a break from social media. “You’re pissy about a few people on the internet? Are you kidding me? You’re so beneath your kingly royal dignity,” Bayless said. “What is happening to you? Thin-skinned.” James’ current break from social media is different from his once famous “Zero Dark Thirty-23 Mode” ahead of the postseason. In addition, he hasn’t taken such a break since 2020. Bayless’s confusion stems from James taking advice from Kleiman when Durant isn’t abiding by it. The NBA analyst is implying that the advice can’t be worthy of the weight LeBron is giving it since it hasn’t worked with Durant. LeBron James addressed claims that he always lies An ongoing joke within NBA circles is that LeBron is a chronic liar. The accusation comes from his outlandish stories, such as predicting Kobe Bryant would score 81 points against the Raptors. However, he seemingly had enough of the claims when asserting his truth. Following the Lakers 124-118 victory over the Jazz, rookie Dalton Knecht finished with a career-high 37 points. LeBron gave high praise to the rookie out of Tennessee before the start of the season. He used his performance to clear the air on the claims of his lies. “Everybody on the internet calls me a liar all the time,” James said. “They say I lie about every f**king thing. So, what am I now? I’ve been said it.” His comments to the media eventually sparked his announcement on X regarding his break from social media. Looking at his track record, LeBron James doesn’t engage in back-and-forth interactions with Bayless. It’s safe to assume he’ll let the sports analyst’s words enter the void of X without responding.
NEW YORK (AP) — After acquiring Juan Soto for a one-year rental and failing to keep him as a free agent, the New York Yankees are taking the same chance with Devin Williams. New York acquired the All-Star closer from the Milwaukee Brewers for left-hander Nestor Cortes and infield prospect Caleb Durbin on Friday. The Yankees will send $2 million to the Brewers as part of the trade. “He's a year away from free agency but someone that we’ve tried to acquire for a number of years,” Yankees general manager Brian Cashman said. “I’m sure we weren’t the only bidders here in the end.” A 30-year-old right-hander, Williams is eligible for free agency after the 2025 season. He was diagnosed during spring training with two stress fractures in his back and didn’t make his season debut until July 28 . “Certainly not trying to downplay the impact the Devin had, but we feel like we still have a good amount of strength there with our bullpen,” Brewers general manager Matt Arnold said. Williams was 14 for 15 in save chances with a 1.25 ERA, striking out 38 and walking 11 among 88 batters over 21 2/3 innings. His fastball averaged 94.7 mph and he threw it on 53.5% of his pitches, mixing in 45% changeups — known as the “Airbender” — and around 1.5% cutters. William's 43.2% strikeout percentage was the highest in the major leagues among pitchers with at least 20 innings. “Certainly doesn’t seem to be afraid,” Cashman said. “You can’t do that job if you’re afraid of the big stage.” An All-Star in 2022 and 2023, Williams was a second-round pick in the 2013 amateur draft. He is 27-10 with a 1.83 ERA and 68 saves in 78 chances over six seasons, striking out 375 and walking 112 in 235 2/3 innings over 241 games. Milwaukee declined a $10.5 million club option in favor of a $250,000 buyout last month, making Williams eligible for arbitration. Williams joins a bullpen that includes Luke Weaver, who took over as closer from Clay Holmes in September, Jake Cousins and Ian Hamilton. The Yankees don’t have a left-handed reliever on their 40-man roster. “If you have right handers that can neutralize lefties, that’s a benefit. It limits your desperation for immediately a left on left,” Cashman said. Cortes, who turned 30 on Tuesday, was an All-Star in 2022 when he went 12-4 with a career-best 2.44 ERA in 28 starts. He made just one start after May 30 in 2023 because of a strained left rotator cuff and was sidelined late in the 2024 season by a flexor strain in his left elbow. He returned for the World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers and entered in the 10th inning of the opener, retiring Shohei Ohtani on a foulout with his first pitch and giving up a game-ending grand slam to Freddie Freeman on his second. "He’s had a fully healthy offseason," Arnold said. “We expect him to come into camp ready to go as normal.” Story continues below video Known for his many deliveries, Cortes is 33-21 with a 3.80 ERA in 86 starts and 49 relief appearances over seven seasons. He is eligible for arbitration and also can become a free agent after next season. “He brings a real stability, I think, to our rotation,” Arnold said. “Somebody that's been a major piece of a really good championship-caliber team in the New York Yankees, I think will fit us very well, especially after the loss of Willy Adames .” New York had an excess of starters after reaching a $218 million, eight-year agreement with left-hander Max Fried that is pending. The rotation also is projected to include ace Gerrit Cole, Carlos Rodón, Luis Gil and Clarke Schmidt, with Marcus Stroman also available. Durbin, who turns 25 in February, hit .287 with 10 homers, 60 RBIs and 29 stolen bases this year at Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. “We just felt it was harder to acquire someone at the level of Devin Williams than it would be to try to figure out the infield circumstances,” Cashman said. Durbin was with the big league team last spring training “I think he’s a stud,” Yankees manager Aaron Boone said last month. “Great bat-to-ball, elite ability on the bases as a base stealer, good defender in the middle of the diamond, second base. He’s really started over the last year-plus to create some position flexibility, too. He’s played some short, he’s played some third. We introduced him to some outfield this year.” Durbin hit .312 with five homers, 21 RBIs and 29 steals in 24 games at the Arizona Fall League. “We love the style of game that he brings to our team,” Arnold said. “I think that’s going to be a really nice fit with Pat Murphy's style of baseball.” Cashman said he's spoken with Scott Boras about the agent's remaining free agent clients, who include third baseman Alex Bregman and first baseman Pete Alonso. “Certainly respect the player and his ability and how much winning he’s been a part of,” Cashman said of Bregman, “but that’s about as far as I will say at this point.” This story has been corrected to note New York is sending cash to Milwaukee, not the other way around. AP MLB: https://apnews.com/hub/mlbOpenAI whistleblower found dead in San Francisco apartment
LYNCHBURG, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec 2, 2024-- BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT) is pleased to announce an award from the U.S. Department of Energy for cleanup operations at the West Valley Demonstration Project in West Valley, New York. The Phase 1B contract was awarded to West Valley Cleanup Alliance, LLC (WVCA), which is a joint venture led by BWXT Technical Services Group, Inc. and includes Jacobs Technology, Inc. and Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. WVCA also includes teaming subcontractors Perma-Fix Environmental Services, Inc. and North Wind Portage, Inc. The IDIQ contract has a 10-year ordering period with a maximum value of up to $3.0 billion that can be performed for up to 15 years. Under the contract, WVCA will continue the current cleanup mission to include, but not be limited to, the demolition of remaining near- and below-grade components of the main plant process building; additional facility deactivation and demolition; contaminated soils remediation and disposition; waste management and legacy waste disposition; safeguards and security; environmental monitoring; surveillance and maintenance; and program support activities. “BWXT has played an important role in D&D at West Valley since August 2011 as a member of the current cleanup contractor. Having personally worked at the site several years ago, I’m especially pleased to continue our collaboration with the customer and the community on this important effort,” said Heatherly Dukes, president of BWXT Technical Services Group. “While we have made significant progress, there remains more to do under this phase of the project, and we’re looking forward to continuing the successful cleanup in the years to come.” The West Valley Demonstration Project (WVDP) is an approximately 150-acre area located 35 miles south of Buffalo, New York. The site is owned by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority and is home to the only commercial spent nuclear fuel reprocessing facility to operate in the United States. Operating from 1963 to 1972, the site processed 640 metric tons of spent nuclear fuel and generated over 600,000 gallons of liquid high-level waste. In 1980, Congress passed the WVDP Act, which required the Department of Energy to conduct a high-level waste management demonstration project at the site and transport it to a federal repository for disposal. Forward Looking Statements BWXT cautions that this release contains forward-looking statements, including statements relating to the performance, timing, impact and value, to the extent contract value can be viewed as an indicator of future revenues, of the cleanup contract at the West Valley Demonstration Project, future work at the West Valley Demonstration Project, and the award or exercise of any contract options or orders. These forward-looking statements involve a number of risks and uncertainties, including, among other things, modification or termination of the cleanup contract and delays. If one or more of these or other risks materialize, actual results may vary materially from those expressed. For a more complete discussion of these and other risk factors, please see BWXT’s annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023 and subsequent quarterly reports on Form 10-Q filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. BWXT cautions not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this release, and undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement, except to the extent required by applicable law. About BWXT At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With approximately 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. In addition, BWXT joint ventures provide management and operations at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. For more information, visit www.bwxt.com . Follow us on LinkedIn , X , Facebook and Instagram . View source version on businesswire.com : https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241202964228/en/ CONTACT: Media Contact Suzy Sterner Chief Corporate Affairs Officer 202-428-6905ssterner@bwxt.comInvestor Contact Chase Jacobson Vice President, Investor Relations 980.365.4300investors@bwxt.com KEYWORD: UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA CANADA NEW YORK VIRGINIA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: WHITE HOUSE/FEDERAL GOVERNMENT PUBLIC POLICY/GOVERNMENT ENVIRONMENT ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH ENERGY NUCLEAR SOURCE: BWX Technologies, Inc. Copyright Business Wire 2024. PUB: 12/02/2024 04:30 PM/DISC: 12/02/2024 04:32 PM http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241202964228/enORIC Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:ORIC) Shares Gap Down – Here’s Why
American and European stock markets mostly rose on Wednesday after inflation data cemented expectations that the US Federal Reserve will trim interest rates next month. While the Dow fell slightly, the other two major US indices advanced, led by the tech-rich Nasdaq, which piled on almost two percent to close above 20,000 points for the first time. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings.None
Holiday cooking can feel like a high-stakes game, especially when juggling multiple dishes, guests with dietary restrictions, and kids who just won't listen when you say, "Get out of the kitchen!" As a culinary professional, I know holiday feasts can be as daunting as a busy night on the line, but it doesn't have to be. Recently, I asked the BuzzFeed Community to share with me, a culinary school graduate and experienced cook, what they were worried about while cooking during the holidays. Their responses gave me ample opportunity to offer some advice and kitchen wisdom that might take some stress out of holiday hosting! 1. Q: "I always make WAY too much food. How do you decide which dishes you're going to cook for Thanksgiving? I usually make everything I can think of, and we end up with leftovers until the New Year, but I always worry about pleasing everyone." — rnd13001 A: Thanksgiving leftover sandwiches are one of my favorite parts of the holiday season — but having leftovers until New Year’s? That’s a bit much! As someone with a background in hospitality, I get the desire to take care of everyone and make them happy. But remember, your guests are just that — guests. As the host, focus on making dishes that excite you for the Thanksgiving table. Most people are simply grateful to be welcomed into a home and treated to a meal! Instead of cooking “everything you can think of,” go into the holiday with a plan — or, more specifically, a menu plan. Here’s an example menu: Once you know how many guests to expect, choose an appropriately sized turkey (or whatever main dish you plan to serve). A good rule of thumb is about 1.5 pounds of turkey per person. To keep guests happy while you finish preparing dinner, a cheese and charcuterie board is a simple, crowd-pleasing appetizer. For the board, pick one firm cheese like manchego and one soft cheese like Camembert*; add a cured sausage like soppressata, a cured meat like bresaola, and some fall fruits like sliced apples or figs. I prefer serving these with torn or sliced fresh bread rather than a variety of crackers — fresh bread is visually inviting and avoids leaving you with half-empty boxes of stale crackers after the holidays. For the main meal, serving one main dish with three sides, a sauce, and some kind of bread offers guests plenty of options to mix and match without overwhelming yourself. As for dessert, pie is a must on Thanksgiving in my book. When I host, I always bake an apple pie, but desserts are also a great thing to outsource! If a guest offers to bring something, suggesting a dessert is an easy way to lighten your load. *Both cheeses can easily be swapped for plant-based alternatives to accommodate vegan or dairy-free guests! 2. Q: "Every year for Thanksgiving, I cook my family's dressing and deep fry a turkey, and my wife makes her family recipe for carrot puff (it's closer to a sugary dessert that nearly everyone raves about). However, I try to make something different and more innovative each year. For instance, a few Thanksgivings back, I made green bean steamed dumplings with a creamy mushroom sauce (my take on green bean casserole). I am struggling this year to come up with something, and I suspect the family will expect me to produce another different dish, but I am at a loss this season. Any ideas?" —Harry, Alexandria, 51 A: I love having both annual cooking traditions and new, creative dishes at the Thanksgiving table! If you are looking for an unexpected vegetable side dish that is still cozy and indulgent, as all great Thanksgiving dishes should be, I would recommend something like these pomegranate-glazed Brussels sprouts, which I made for Thanksgiving last year. To make Pomegranate-Glazed Brussel Sprouts for 8 people, I trimmed and halved 2 lbs. sprouts and roasted them with roughly 3 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 teaspoon of kosher salt on a sheet pan in a 400°F oven for about 30 minutes until tender, giving the pan a shake every 10 minutes or so. While the sprouts roasted, I made the glaze in a saucepan over medium heat, pouring 2 tablespoons of olive oil into the pan. Once the oil began to shimmer, I added a teaspoon of finely minced garlic and 1 teaspoon of ground Aleppo pepper. I stirred to coat the garlic and chili in oil before turning off the heat and adding 1/3 cup of pomegranate molasses and 2 tablespoons of honey. I poured this glaze over the roasted sprouts and tossed them before tasting and seasoning them with more salt. I garnished it with fresh pomegranates and served it! Note: The glaze is delicious but thin, and may pool towards the bottom; make sure to serve with a large spoon to scoop up all that pomegranate-y goodness! 3. Q: "If you could help with dinner rolls that don't come out dense and potato chip-like, I would appreciate it. Thanks." —Harry, Alexandria, 51 A: Let’s make sure your rolls come out fluffy and golden this time! Before you dive into your next bread project, check your yeast. Fresh active dry yeast is key — when activated with warm water, it produces carbon dioxide, which helps the dough rise. Expired yeast, however, won’t do the job, leaving you with a dense, hard dough like the one you're describing. Once you have some fresh yeast, get started on this dinner roll recipe by Tasty. I love it for two reasons: First, it’s an enriched dough, meaning it includes fat and protein-rich ingredients like dairy and eggs. These enrichments enhance the flavor, moisture, and structure, giving the rolls a tender, pillowy texture and a lightly buttery taste. Second, this recipe is quick. It can be made from start to finish in under three hours! For that perfect finishing touch, an egg wash creates a gorgeous golden crust and doubles as a glue for any toppings you’d like to sprinkle on. One reviewer jazzed up their rolls with honey, sesame, and poppy seeds. 98% of people say they would make these rolls again, and the recipe has hundreds of positive reviews. Definitely give this one a shot! 4. Q: "How to make the perfect, basic, 'even a fool couldn't mess up' turkey?" —Karen, Texas, 24 A: Do not let the turkey intimidate you! I find that, as in most things in life, success in the kitchen is 40% knowledge and 60% mindset. Attack prepping and roasting the turkey with confidence, and a plan, and dinner guests will sing your poultry cooking praises! But you want advice from a chef, not a life coach, so here are some practical tips for a good turkey. My first recommendation is to start early. Prepping your turkey a day ahead is the key to juicy, flavorful meat; brining is the magic trick. A brine , either wet or dry, seasons the turkey and helps retain moisture during roasting. For a dry brine (the most effective and easiest method, in my opinion): Rub kosher salt (not table salt, as it's too refined and concentrated) all over a turkey and let it rest uncovered in the fridge overnight. And don't just take my word for why dry-brining is so great; back in 2015, BuzzFeed conducted a blind taste test of turkeys and found dry-brining made the best turkey. For a wet brine: Soak the turkey overnight (up to 24 hours) in a solution of water, salt, and optional seasonings like apple cider vinegar or herbs. While effective in imparting flavor, this method takes more space in the fridge and a bit more effort than a dry brine. I love Samin Nosrat's buttermilk brine method. More turkey tips in the following question! 5. Q: "I’ve been in charge of cooking Thanksgiving dinner since my grandma passed away two years ago. How do I cook the perfect turkey that’s juicy and not dry?" —Anonymous A: As mentioned above, brining is a great first step to making a great turkey, but there are a few additional tricks to keep it moist. One of my favorites is coating the bird in a compound butter.* Rubbing the butter underneath the turkey's skin infuses the meat with flavor and moisture as it cooks. The butter melts and bastes the meat from the inside, while the skin keeps it locked in, preventing it from dripping off. This Tasty recipe breaks down the step-by-step process. *Compound butter is made of soft butter combined with aromatic ingredients, like citrus zest, herbs, and spices. Also, I strongly suggest having a calibrated meat thermometer on hand during roasting. I was taught to cook to temperature, not time, which I always recommend. Depending on the size of your turkey and the oven you're using, the bird may take more or less time than a recipe states. Check the thickest part of the thigh, breast, and wing periodically as the turkey roasts. Poultry should reach 165°F, but pull the bird out at 157-160°F — it will rise to perfection as it rests (we call this carryover cooking ). I like to start roasting my turkey in a hot oven at 425°F for the first 30 minutes, then lower the temperature to 325°F for the remainder of the cooking time. This initial burst of heat helps develop a beautiful, golden exterior while speeding up the cooking process. Lowering the heat afterward ensures the interior cooks evenly and stays moist without overcooking or burning the skin. 6. Q: "What’s the best seasoning for the turkey?" —Anonymous A: When it comes to seasoning your turkey, fresh, woody herbs like thyme, sage, and rosemary are classics for a reason — they add depth and warmth that pair beautifully with poultry. Layering herbs with other seasonings is key to a standout savory turkey. Lemon zest adds a bright, citrusy kick, minced garlic for savory richness, and a touch of Dijon mustard to add tang and complexity. Black pepper and kosher salt are essential for bringing out all the flavors, and a hint of nutmeg or allspice can add more warmth and spice that's perfect for the season. There are so many flavor profiles to try; turkey is a savory blank slate, so feel free to get creative! Sumac and coriander? Star anise and soy? Fennel, apple, and allspice? It's your turkey; make it special! 7. Q: "How often should you baste the turkey?" —Anonymous A: Here's my hot take: You don't need to baste your turkey. I'll butter-baste a filet of beef or cod in a pan, but basting doesn't really contribute much moisture or flavor to an oven-roasted turkey. Plus, it can be dangerous! Opening a sweltering oven repeatedly to ladle sizzling fat and juices onto a heavy bird is not worth the risk. Plus, if you're anything like me, once the turkey is in the oven, you'll want to focus on the side dishes. If you are worried about going baste-free, try Martha Stewart's cheesecloth hack. Soak a square of cheesecloth large enough to cover your turkey in butter and white wine, and then cover your brined and buttered turkey in the soaked cheesecloth. The extra layer of fatty protection can help the bird retain moisture while allowing the skin to brown. This method has also gone TikTok-viral in the past few years. 8. Q: "What drink goes best with a Thanksgiving meal?" —Anonymous A: Festive mocktails and cocktails can elevate any Thanksgiving gathering, especially as a pre-dinner treat. The Rosemary Pom Spritzer, featured in our November recipe roundup , is the perfect drink to set the holiday mood. This versatile option can be enjoyed as a mocktail or easily transformed into a cocktail by adding an ounce of gin to the glass. For wine lovers, a dry Riesling or Pinot Grigio are good choices, as both pair beautifully with turkey and often offer great value. If you'd like to offer red wine as well, consider a Beaujolais — a Thanksgiving classic — or Lambrusco, a sparkling red I can only describe as flirty. These selections are sure to delight your guests and complement the holiday feast. 9. Q: "How do you make your own cranberry sauce?" —Anonymous A: I am in the homemade cranberry sauce camp because it is easy to make ahead of the big day, takes just a few minutes and fewer ingredients, and yields a much tastier product than the canned stuff! I make cranberry sauce the same way I make other fruit jams. First, zest and juice two oranges. Then, in a heavy-bottomed* saucepan, I combine one 12-ounce bag of fresh (or frozen) cranberries with a cup of sugar, the orange juice, and a 1/4 teaspoon of kosher salt. A cinnamon stick or sprig of thyme would add another lovely aroma to this sauce, but it isn't necessary. *Why do I use a heavy-bottomed saucepan? Because sugar can burn quickly when in direct contact with heat (in this case, a gas stove flame), and the thick metal prevents certain parts of the pan from scorching the sauce. 10. Q: "What's the best recipe for a simple pumpkin pie? I have a version that I absolutely love — it's a buttermilk pumpkin pie with streusel topping — but unfortunately, this year, it has been requested that I do something 'simpler.' Should I use my beloved recipe and just leave off the topping, or can you suggest something equally scrumptious?" —Anonymous A: Your special pumpkin pie recipe sounds DELICIOUS! If you have many guests coming, perhaps you could make double the pie filling and serve one pie with the streusel, and one without. While it's nice to accommodate the guests, as the host, you should make the food you want to eat the most! Especially around the holidays! Still, if you're looking to try a different classic pumpkin pie recipe, try this Old-Fashioned Pumpkin Pie . Evaporated milk is the key ingredient in the pumpkin filling, ensuring a luscious custard that holds its shape when cut. While the crust in this recipe uses shortening, you can easily substitute it for butter! What are your holiday cooking questions? Drop your queries and holiday conundrums in the comments or anonymously with this form .ATLANTA, Nov. 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Oxford Industries, Inc. (NYSE: OXM) today announced that it plans to release its third quarter fiscal 2024 financial results after the market close on Wednesday, December 11, 2024. Following the news release, the company will also hold a conference call starting at 4:30 p.m. ET, hosted by Thomas C. Chubb lll, Chairman, Chief Executive Officer, and President, and K. Scott Grassmyer, Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, and Chief Operating Officer, to discuss its financial results. A live webcast of the conference call will be available on the Company's website at www.oxfordinc.com . A replay of the webcast will be available on the Company's website through Wednesday, December 25, 2024 and by phone by dialing (412) 317-6671 access code 13750235. About Oxford Oxford, a leader in the apparel industry, owns and markets the distinctive Tommy Bahama ® , Lilly Pulitzer ® , Johnny Was ® , Southern Tide ® , The Beaufort Bonnet Company ® , Duck Head ® and Jack Rogers ® brands. Oxford's stock has traded on the New York Stock Exchange since 1964 under the symbol OXM. For more information, please visit Oxford's website at www.oxfordinc.com .Yankees get closer Devin Williams from Brewers for Nestor Cortes, Caleb Durbin
HOUSTON , Dec. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- OptiSigns, a leader in digital signage software solutions, is thrilled to announce its participation as a Platinum Sponsor in this year's Digital Signage Experience (DSE) 2024, taking place this December in Las Vegas, Nevada . The highly anticipated event, a premier gathering for digital signage innovators, professionals, and enthusiasts, will provide the perfect stage for OptiSigns to unveil its latest advancements and engage with industry leaders. Visitors of DSE 2024 will have the opportunity to experience firsthand how OptiSigns' powerful and user-friendly platform is transforming how businesses communicate, engage, and inform their audiences. From dynamic content scheduling to seamless integrations and real-time updates, OptiSigns' solutions are designed to meet the needs of businesses across industries, including retail, hospitality, healthcare, and more. "At OptiSigns, we are passionate about empowering businesses with technology that engages audiences and drives results," said Head of Sales John Shelley. "We are excited to connect with industry professionals at DSE 2024, showcase our solutions, and demonstrate how digital signage can transform communication strategies." DSE 2024 will take place from December 9, 2024 , to December 10, 2024 , at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada , and promises to bring together key players and thought leaders in digital signage, offering a unique platform to explore the latest technologies and network with industry professionals. What to Expect from OptiSigns at DSE 2024: Live Demonstrations: Visitors of DSE can visit OptiSigns booth #3134 to explore the intuitive features of the OptiSigns platform and learn how it can simplify and enhance digital signage management. Using OptiSigns innovative technology like the Pro Player and Android Stick, visitors will be treated to LIVE Demos of unique OptiSigns features like Audience Intelligence, the OptiSync Data Management System, and the Lift and Learn Interactive Kiosk Experience. New Product Announcements: Stop by OptiSigns booth #3134 and be the first to see the newest innovative Pro Max technology designed by OptiSigns and learn more about unique updates that will redefine the digital signage landscape. Our newest Pro Max technology is our most powerful digital signage player that supports 8K or 4x4K video walls. With OptiSigns experts onsite, visitors will have the opportunity to discuss trends, best practices, and strategies for maximizing the impact of digital signage. Exclusive Giveaways and Promotions: Attendees visiting OptiSigns booth #3134 will have access to special offers, giveaways, and prizes. This year, OptiSigns will unleash their interactive Opti Claw Machine, tantalizing visitors with a chance to win OptiSigns Android Sticks, Pro Players, Optibot Keychains, and more. One lucky winner will win a brand new PS5 Pro via a LinkedIn competition, and the winner will be announced LIVE at DSE! For more information on the PS5 giveaway, check out OptiSigns' LinkedIn page. About OptiSigns OptiSigns is a leading digital signage software provider dedicated to helping businesses create engaging, impactful content experiences. Focusing on simplicity, scalability, and innovation, OptiSigns empowers organizations to communicate their message effectively and captivate their audience through digital displays. For more information on OptiSigns, visit www.optisigns.com or follow us on all social media @OptiSignsInc. Media Contact: Aisha Albritton Director of Trade Show Strategy and Event Marketing Aisha.Albritton@OptiSigns.com | (404) 641-0613 View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/optisigns-to-showcase-cutting-edge-digital-signage-solutions-at-the-digital-signage-experience-2024-in-las-vegas-302320107.html SOURCE OptiSignsGOLD Coast has invited Southport half-back Ben Jepson to train with Damien Hardwick’s squad during the pre-season supplemental selection period (SSP). The 23-year-old will join delisted Sun Hewago Oea and start training in Carrara on Wednesday morning. Jepson was on the radar of multiple clubs ahead of the Mid-Season Rookie Draft, including Brisbane, after being lured north following a breakout VFL campaign in 2023. The Oakleigh Chargers product won Coburg’s best and fairest last year, but has risen to another level with the Sharks, earning VFL team of the year honours at half-back. Jepson played in the state game against the SANFL in April before finishing runner-up in Southport’s best and fairest behind former Port Adelaide midfielder Boyd Woodcock, who trained with Gold Coast during last year’s SSP. After moving from a struggling Coburg outfit, Jepson thrived behind the ball at Southport, averaging 24.7 disposals at 82.9 per cent efficiency across 22 appearances in his first season in the sunshine state. Southport has plenty of links to the Suns. The Sharks were coached by Steve Daniel this year, who spent two seasons coaching Gold Coast’s NEAFL side. Port Adelaide great Matthew Primus will take the reins next year after being an assistant at Southport, following a stint as an assistant at the Suns. Of the 24 players picked in the 2024 VFL team of the year, two have been drafted – Riley Bice to Sydney last week and Saad El-Hawli to Essendon mid-year – while Liam McMahon (Carlton), Dom Brew (Western Bulldogs) and Jack Watkins (Port Adelaide) have all been invited to audition during the SSP.The US attorney general tried to block Sinn Fein leader Gerry Adams from fundraising in the country in 1995 over a belief the IRA was still trying to source weapons, newly released records show. Janet Reno, the attorney general at the time, had previously opposed then-US president 's decision to grant visas for and former IRA chief Joe Cahill in 1994 - months after the declared a ceasefire. Mr Adams was president of , which was regarded as the political wing of the IRA paramilitary group, between 1983 and 2018, but has always denied being a member of the IRA. Mr Clinton overruled Ms Reno by giving him a three-month visa, which included permission to raise funds for the party - a move that provoked anger from then-UK prime minister . The US attorney general's continuing opposition is revealed by the annual release of documents from the National Archives in . In a February 1995 letter to Mr Clinton's national security advisor Tony Lake, she expressed frustration "by the latest effort" to modify restrictions that stopped Mr Adams raising money from Irish American donors, having looked at the matter "barely six weeks" earlier. "No evidence has been brought to my attention (since) that suggests progress has been made towards the disarmament and demobilisation of the IRA," she told Mr Lake. "In addition, I am aware of evidence that suggests that (the IRA) has continued to identify potential sources for arms procurement and to make inquiries concerning availability and terms of purchase." She also said the State Department, the US Treasury and the US Department of Justice had "recently intensified their efforts and public commitments to combatting international terrorism", which "could be undermined by removing the Adams visa restriction at this time". The Sinn Fein leader applied for a visa that included fundraising permission on 22 February 1995, which Mr Clinton granted because of the progress he felt had been made. "We have made clear our expectation that all and any funds raised will be used for legitimate political party purposes which serve to reinforce Sinn Fein's commitment to the peace process," a US note held in the Irish state papers shows. According to other newly-released documents: effectively told then UUP leader David Trimble to "get lost" over a plan to hold a referendum on Irish reunification in 2002. Diplomatic delays tied up the return of a portrait of Daniel O'Connell - an Irish nationalist campaigner known as The Liberator - for more than two years, after concerns that the Irish parliament was only receiving a copy of the original. The Irish government took a dim view of some of the proposed candidates to lead key negotiations leading into the Good Friday Agreement, describing some as ineffective politicians, bad lawyers and in one case having a "bitchy temperament". Separate files shed new light on then deputy foreign minister 's visit to Dublin in 1990, years before he became Israeli prime minister, in a bid to establish a diplomatic presence. In a meeting with then Irish foreign affairs minister Gerry Collins, he suggested there was a "natural feeling of sympathy towards Israel among the Irish people". But he said relations had not been helped by Irish soldiers who had been killed in Lebanon while serving with UN peacekeeping forces - many of which had been blamed on Lebanese militias supported by Israel. An Israeli embassy in Ireland was opened in December 1993, but Israel . The Israeli foreign minister accused Ireland of "antisemitic rhetoric" and of crossing "every red line in its relations with Israel". Ireland has recognised Palestinian statehood and announced an intention to intervene in South Africa's case against Israel for genocide at the International Court of Justice. Irish premier Simon Harris has rejected the claims and accused Israel of "distracting" from the deaths of children in the Gaza conflict.
Halifax security forum: United States senator questions Canada's military spendingQuantum Computing (NASDAQ:QUBT) Shares Gap Down – What’s Next?
SAN FRANCISCO , Nov. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK) today announced the appointment of Janesh Moorjani as the company's chief financial officer, effective December 16, 2024 . Moorjani brings over 20 years of experience in the technology industry, with deep expertise in driving growth and efficiency at scale. Most recently, Moorjani served as CFO and COO of Elastic NV (NYSE: ESTC), the Search AI Company. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings.Middle East latest: UN General Assembly demands a ceasefire in Gaza
- Previous:
- Next: bet88
