One spring, an apparently ordinary event unfolded in the city: a health inspection led to the removal of roughly 20,000 chicken eggs from local retailers. Most of the eggs were deemed unsuitable for sale, being expired, cracked, or dirty. They were taken to the city landfill, a site secured with barbed wire. Trucks dumped the…
President Donald Trump announced Saturday that a U.S. military operation in the Caribbean destroyed a large drug-carrying submarine, killing two suspected traffickers and capturing two others. The vessel reportedly carried mostly fentanyl and other narcotics along a known smuggling route. Trump shared video of the strike on Truth Social and claimed the interdiction may have…
Diabetes is often called a silent disease because it can develop slowly over years before obvious symptoms appear. While many focus on blood sugar and diet, some of the earliest signs may show up in your feet. Your feet bear your body weight every day and are often the first to reflect nerve or circulation…
President Donald Trump dismissed the upcoming “No Kings” protests planned for this weekend, taking aim at Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) over the ongoing government shutdown. He criticized Democrats for miscalculating their strategy amid nationwide demonstrations expected to draw tens of thousands of participants. Organized by progressive groups, the rallies are billed as a…
Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met at the White House last week, but the meeting reportedly ended in chaos. Sources say the discussion between the two leaders quickly turned heated, with the U.S. president losing his temper. The ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine was at the center of their talks. Zelenskyy had traveled…
Most people throw away empty tuna cans without realizing their potential. With a little cleaning and creativity, these small metal containers can be transformed into useful storage solutions for your kitchen. Reusing them helps reduce waste while keeping your fridge neat and eco-friendly. Begin by washing the cans thoroughly. Use hot, soapy water to remove…
Minnesota is grieving the tragic deaths of State Representative Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark Hortman, who were discovered dead in their Brooklyn Park home early Saturday morning. Authorities have confirmed that their deaths are linked to a series of targeted attacks that also left State Senator John Hoffman and his wife injured. Police were…
It began as an ordinary morning. I stepped outside to water my flowers, breathing in the crisp air and enjoying the quiet — until a sharp, unpleasant smell suddenly caught my attention. The odor was so strong it made me pause, uneasy and alert. I looked around, expecting to find spoiled food or perhaps a…
Itching is common and often harmless, caused by dry skin, bug bites, or irritants. However, persistent itching in specific areas without an obvious cause may indicate an underlying health issue, particularly in older adults. Itchy eyes that accompany yellowing skin or fatigue could signal liver problems or liver cancer. The liver’s role in filtering toxins…
Cloves, small dried flower buds, are more than a flavorful spice—they contain potent compounds with notable health benefits. Used for centuries in cooking and traditional medicine, they offer uses that extend far beyond seasoning foods like mulled wine or baked goods. Cloves come from the evergreen tree Syzygium aromaticum, native to Indonesia’s Maluku Islands. Today,…