Common cooking methods may destroy broccoli’s important health benefits
Broccoli is nutritious whether it’s steamed, roasted or tossed into a stir-fry. It contains vitamins A, C and K, minerals including calcium and potassium, fiber, and glucoraphanin, a compound that has been studied for possible health benefits. But how you cook it can affect some of those nutrients. Boiling may cause water-soluble nutrients to seep […]
Trump meets important mediator in Iran war as UAE reports a major rise in oil exports despite the conflict
President Donald Trump met Qatar’s prime minister, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani, at the White House on Monday as efforts to end the war with Iran continued. The meeting came amid mixed signals: U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said negotiations were nowhere near a breakthrough, while Iran’s president said Tehran was open to talks […]
Democrats’ victory only makes the fight for life more important
On Tuesday, Nov. 3, voters shifted control of Congress away from lawmakers aligned with the pro-life movement. That result may feel discouraging, especially after two years of strong pro-life leadership and a historic effort to cut federal Medicaid funding to many abortion providers. Still, the movement has faced difficult political conditions before and found ways […]
A Today segment may clarify an important Apple Watch detail in Nancy Guthrie’s ransom note, an expert says
A year after Savannah Guthrie shared stories about her Tucson roots on the “Today” show, investigators and outside experts are considering whether the broadcast may have drawn attention to her mother, Nancy Guthrie, who remains missing after being abducted. The segment introduced viewers to Nancy and featured some of Savannah’s favorite places in her hometown. […]
Affordability becomes a top concern as Americans vote in important midterm elections
As voters headed to the polls for Tuesday’s midterm elections, concerns about the cost of living were weighing heavily on their decisions. A survey conducted Oct. 9–12 found that six in 10 voters considered living costs their biggest economic concern. In the same poll, 74% rated the economy negatively, 53% expected it to worsen over […]
Brittany Mahomes is angry with NFL officials over an important call at the end of the Broncos game, a fight between Redskins fans, and NFL memes
The right guard flinched. It looked like a clear penalty to me. Brittany Mahomes disagreed, saying the call was incredibly weak and joking that officials only made it because it was against her family’s team. But the player did move early, and Kansas City also lost out on what could have been a game-winning touchdown. […]
How to watch important 2026 midterm election races in TX, OH, MI, WI, GA, IA, NV, ME, and FL
Control of Congress is at stake Tuesday, as voters weigh in on competitive House and Senate races across the country. Several closely watched governor’s contests will also help shape state politics during President Donald Trump’s second term. Republicans are working to hold their congressional majorities while Democrats target competitive races in states including Texas, Georgia, […]
NBC and USA Sports say WNBA Finals ratings set a record, but the comparisons leave out important context
USA Sports said Saturday that Game 6 of the WNBA Finals drew an average of 1.5 million viewers on Thursday. I’ll admit, that figure caught my attention. The game started at 12:30 p.m. Eastern — 9:30 a.m. in the Golden State Valkyries’ home market — yet reportedly drew more viewers than last year’s primetime championship-deciding […]
Dem Rep. Crow on the Electability of Democratic Socialists: Many Are Expressing ‘Important Ideas’
Rep. Jason Crow on Democratic Socialists and 2028 Presidential Election During a recent episode of CNN’s “The Arena,” Representative Jason Crow (D-CO) was asked whether a Democratic socialist could be elected president in 2028. He suggested that, “I think there are great communicators,” highlighting that the specific labels attached to candidates might not be as […]
Arab parties take on important role in coalition-building following Israel’s election results
TEL AVIV, Israel: Israel’s two Arab political parties are positioned to influence the next prime minister and government, but Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is attempting to prevent that. He has claimed there were significant criminal activities during the voting in Arab regions. Preliminary results suggest the two Arab parties could secure a total of 19 […]