Ground beef is a staple in kitchens around the world, used in everything from burgers to tacos, meat sauces, and casseroles. Yet there is an ongoing debate among cooks: should you rinse ground beef after cooking, or is it unnecessary—and potentially risky? Some cooks rinse cooked ground beef to reduce fat content. By running hot … Read more
Moreover, rinsing removes flavorful juices and fat that contribute to the taste and texture of the meat. Dishes may turn out dry or less savory if too much is washed away. Instead of rinsing, experts recommend other ways to reduce fat: drain beef in a colander, blot with paper towels, or allow grease to settle … Read more
New York City woke up to history — and to a headline few saw coming. At just 34 years old, community organizer Zohran Mamdani pulled off one of the city’s most stunning political upsets, defeating heavyweights like Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa in a landslide. With more than a million votes to his name, Mamdani … Read more
That remark symbolized the tone of his campaign — confident, confrontational, yet rooted in ideas of inclusion and fairness. Mamdani has long positioned himself as a critic of Trump-era policies, pledging to defend New York’s diversity and working-class communities. His platform centers on affordability: rent freezes for tenants, free city transit, universal childcare, and a … Read more
Two weeks ago, I got invited to a baby shower. I volunteered to cook for 50 people. I spent the whole day cooking. But the night before the party, she sent me a cheerful message saying I was “uninvited” because of “space issues,” yet still expected me to drop off all the food I’d made. … Read more
Later that evening, I received a message filled with surprise and confusion about why the food hadn’t been delivered. I calmly repeated my earlier response. No anger, no bitterness — just boundaries. And honestly, it felt empowering. Sometimes life teaches us lessons in unexpected ways, and this one reminded me that kindness shouldn’t come at … Read more
For over forty years, the tragic death of Natalie Wood has remained one of Hollywood’s most enduring mysteries.
Fans, film historians, and the media alike have speculated about the circumstances surrounding her passing, which occurred on the night of November 28, 1981. The story captivated the world not only because of Wood’s extraordinary talent but also because of the enigmatic circumstances aboard the yacht Splendor, a night that would forever change the lives … Read more
The cops knocked just after dusk, radios humming in the quiet. “She’s been parked there for hours,” one said. “Says the car’s her home. Says she just wants to see you.” For a moment I was twelve again, staring out the window in the dark, waiting for a mother who never came back. She left … Read more
I told her no. But I paid for a motel so she wouldn’t sleep in her car. She said she’d earn back my trust. I didn’t believe it. Then came the lawyer’s letter. Old debt. A forged signature from years ago. On paper, collectors could take my home. I confronted her. She cried, promised she … Read more