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Black pepper, native to Malabar, India, is a versatile spice that adds heat and flavor to dishes. The peppercorn, picked ripe, consists of a white seed with piperine for heat and a black husk for aroma. Best when freshly crushed, black pepper should be added towards the end of cooking or at the table for maximum flavor. Full Article

In February, Disney+ will premiere "Win Or Lose," a new Pixar series about a middle-school softball team preparing for a championship game. Voice actor Chanel Stewart, who is transgender, expressed disappointment after Disney removed a storyline involving her character's gender identity from the show. While her character will still be a part of the series, she will now be depicted as a straight cis girl, sparking discussions about representation and inclusion in media.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ONFrGjdzhfs Full Article

Gavin & Stacey fans are eagerly anticipating the show's final episode airing on BBC One over Christmas, resolving the epic festive cliffhanger from five years ago. The characters' surnames, Shipman and West, are a nod to infamous British serial killers Fred and Rose West, as well as Dr. Harold Shipman, with the show subtly referencing these dark connections in its script. Additionally, Pete's surname in the show, revealed in the Christmas special, pays homage to...

In today's PMQs, Keir Starmer and Kemi Badenoch clashed over Labour's policies towards the elderly, with Badenoch accusing Starmer of trying to take away Brexit freedoms and making callous decisions that could impact the economy and pensioners. Badenoch also criticized Labour for not compensating the Waspi women and reducing winter fuel payments, while Starmer pointed out the government's £22bn black hole and record NHS waiting lists. The exchange also saw Badenoch making a bizarre comment...

Fine Gael councillor Emma Blain has been elected as the 357th Lord Mayor of Dublin, succeeding James Geoghegan. She is the 12th woman to hold the position and received support from Fine Gael, Fianna Fáil, Green Party, and Labour councillors. Seven new councillors were co-opted to replace members elected to the Dáil last month, including replacements for Geoghegan and other party colleagues. Full Article

The BBC is facing pressure to play the song "Freezing This Christmas" criticizing Keir Starmer and Labour's decision to cut winter fuel payments. The song, a parody of a 1974 Christmas hit, is climbing the charts and raising money for those affected by the cuts. Despite its popularity, the BBC has not played the song, sparking backlash from Tory MPs who see it as a powerful form of satire against political decisions. Full Article