It may be known for its years of housing dangerous criminals — but Alcatraz, the infamous federal prison that sits on a rocky island in us-regions is also known for the dangerous currents that surround it. How dangerous? Thirty-six men tried 14 separate escapes from the maximum-security prison over the years …
Read More »Summer fun in the yard: Try these 14 outdoor games for the whole family
Boost your outdoor joy with these amazing games for both adults and kids alike. From giant block-stacking to bocce ball, there’s something for the whole family this summer. These interesting and fun choices for the whole family don’t require getting in the car for any long drives! BEYOND DISNEY: 10 …
Read More »Western US at risk for widespread blackouts through dog days of summer
Across most of the western half of the U.S., electric companies are bracing for a heightened risk of blackouts during high usage periods due to rising temperatures and lower-than-expected energy production, according to a recent report by an energy industry watchdog. The North American Energy Reliability Corporation’s (NERC) 2022 Summer …
Read More »What can I use Nutella with? Some recipes for the chocolaty treat
There are lots of different ways to use Nutella from simply using it as a spread or dip to using it as an ingredient in dessert. You can dip pretzels, strawberries or cookies into the hazelnut cocoa spread, or you can use it as an ingredient in cake, cookies or …
Read More »Check that charcuterie board? Consumption of nitrites, nitrates may be linked to colon cancer: report
Do you know why cured meats are pink? France’s national Agency for Food, Environmental and Occupational Health & Safety (ANSES) recently confirmed cancer” target=”_blank”>a link between colon cancer< and recommend limiting as much as possible the addition of nitrites/nitrates to foodstuffs: The aim is to limit their use as strictly …
Read More »Selfies without sense: People keep risking their lives for the 'perfect' photo
News that a 23-year-old American reportedly fell into the crater at the summit of Italy’s Mount Vesuvius last Saturday after trying to take a selfie does not surprise some people, given today’s so-called “selfie culture.” The tourist reportedly dropped his phone while attempting to take a selfie. The young man …
Read More »Meet the American who invented the gas mask and the modern traffic signal
Garrett A. Morgan is emerging as a larger-than-life figure in American history. Finally. International recognition for the brilliant Cleveland entrepreneur comes a century after his life-saving inventions helped reshape the modern world — from world-war-one” target=”_blank”>the battlefield< The son of former slaves, Morgan conceived and patented the three-signal traffic control …
Read More »Full buck supermoon captured around globe
Stunning images were captured around the world of July’s full buck supermoon on Wednesday night. Shots of the celestial event were captured in Russia, Greece, Cyprus, Iraq and Wisconsin. In some photos, air-and-space appeared with an orange tint. Also known as the thunder moon and the hay or mead moon, NASA …
Read More »Our American flag: How to fold it properly and other courteous care tips
personal-freedoms is about more than putting our hands to our hearts. Showing respect for our nation’s greatest symbol also means handling it with care — and there’s a method of doing so appropriately when it comes to procedures such as folding the flag. National Flag Foundation board member and historic …
Read More »State Dept official: ISIS 'resurgence' more likely if American, other foreign fighters stay detained in Syria
A State Department official warned that the large number of non-Syrian fighters currently detained in Northeast Syria would pose less of a risk to global security if they went back to their home countries – including the U.S. – than if they stayed there. Speaking to the world-regions Institute on …
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