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Senator Rand Paul expressed his support for President-elect Trump's Cabinet nominees, stating he will work to quickly confirm them. As the chair of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, Paul aims to push through key picks like Kristi Noem and Russ Vought. Despite controversial selections like Kash Patel and Tulsi Gabbard, Paul remains optimistic about the incoming administration's Cabinet choices. Full Article

Mary Berry suggests adding semolina to roast parsnips and potatoes for extra crispiness. The moisture content of the vegetables and semolina creates a fluffy interior and crispy exterior when baked. To achieve the perfect roast, par-boil the vegetables, coat them in oil, salt, pepper, and semolina, then bake until golden and crisp. Full Article

During a “Saturday Night Live” skit, Colin Jost roasted his wife Scarlett Johansson, joking about their relationship and their newborn son. The couple, who met on the set of “SNL” in 2017 and wed three years later, welcomed their son, Cosmo, in August 2021. Jost also cracked jokes about Johansson in previous episodes, including one written by Michael Che that referenced Johansson's AI character in 'Her.' Full Article

President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Mark Burnett, the British producer of The Apprentice, as his special envoy to the UK, citing his diplomatic skills and international recognition. Burnett, known for his work on popular TV shows like Survivor and The Voice, played a key role in raising Trump's profile in the US. In his new role, Burnett will focus on enhancing diplomatic relations between the US and the UK, with a focus on trade, investment...

Two US Navy pilots were shot down over the Red Sea in a "friendly fire" incident while the US military targeted Yemen's Houthi rebels, highlighting the dangers in the region. The pilots were recovered alive, with one sustaining minor injuries. The incident involved the USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier and a guided-missile cruiser, leading to questions about the mission and the overall safety of the Red Sea corridor. Full Article

The bird flu outbreak has seen a rise in human cases, with at least 64 confirmed infections and concerning indicators of the virus' spread, including detections in wastewater and dangerous mutations. Experts warn that the situation is becoming increasingly precarious, with the virus evolving to better fit human receptors and potentially leading to a pandemic. The widespread circulation of the virus in animals, such as cows and poultry, raises the risk of exposure to humans,...