Author: catfish

Italian cuisine, with its rich flavors and tradition-steeped recipes, offers a culinary experience like no other. At the heart of many beloved Italian dishes is meat, prepared in ways that have been refined over centuries. From the succulent simplicity of a perfectly cooked steak to the complex layers of flavor in slow-cooked sauces, Italian meat dishes are a testament to the culture’s culinary expertise and passion for food. Whether you’re an experienced cook looking to delve deeper into Italian cooking or a beginner eager to try your hand at these classics, understanding the fundamentals is key. This article will guide…

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Saratu Dauda had been kidnapped. It was 2014, she was 16, and she was in a truck packed with her classmates heading into the bush in northeastern Nigeria, a member of the terrorist group Boko Haram at the wheel. The girls’ boarding school in Chibok, miles behind them, had been set on fire.Then she noticed that some girls were jumping off the back of the truck, she said, some alone, others in pairs, holding hands. They ran and hid in the scrub as the truck trundled on.But before Ms. Dauda could jump, she said, one girl raised the alarm, shouting…

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Best New Audiobooks for Little Listeners, Selected by AudioFile Magazine for The Children’s Book Review. This month’s best audiobooks for the littlest listeners among us are full of variety, from a history of Brazilian capoeira to a picture book all about berries! These diverse books provide plenty of audio delights for all kinds of young readers. Listen to a Sample André Santana artfully re-creates Brazil in the 1920s as he introduces capoeira, a blend of martial arts, dance, acrobatics, music, and spirituality. Santana enthusiastically delivers lyrical descriptions accompanied by spirited background music, with Indigenous and Portuguese words adding atmosphere. Heartbreaking histories…

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The Mike Turtur Bikeway is one of Adelaide’s most popular off-road bike routes and it’s right in the city, following the Glenelg tramline from South Terrace. Review by Carla Caruso You’ve probably heard of cycling paths in the country that follow old railway lines, like Clare’s Riesling Trail and McLaren Vale’s Shiraz Trail. (While we’re at it, there’s also the Amy Gillett Bikeway in the Adelaide Hills.) But did you know that there’s a bikeway, right in the city, which follows the Glenelg tramline? It’s called the Mike Turtur Bikeway in honour of a local cyclist, who competed in the Olympic…

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In Northern Ireland, Belfast showcases its industrial heritage and lively arts scene. The Titanic Belfast museum, on the historic shipyard’s site, delves into the Titanic’s story. A drive from Belfast leads to the Giant’s Causeway, a geological phenomenon with its unique basalt columns, enveloped in myths and offering spectacular coastal trails. For those seeking a more personalized experience, private tours to Ireland provide an intimate way to explore the region’s natural wonders, historical sites, and cultural highlights, ensuring a memorable journey tailored to individual interests.London: The Cosmopolitan CapitalOur adventure commences in London, where history intertwines with modernity. Iconic landmarks like…

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Thousands of protesters gathered in the capital of Niger on Saturday called for the withdrawal of U.S. armed forces personnel stationed in the West African nation, only days after Russia delivered its own set of military equipment and instructors to the country’s military.The demonstration in the capital, Niamey, fit a well-known pattern in some countries in the region, run by military juntas, that have severed ties with Western nations in recent years and turned to Russia instead to fight extremist insurgencies.“U.S. Army, you leave, you move, you vanish,” read one sign brandished by a protester. “No bonus, no negotiation.”About 1,000…

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FREE Come ‘N’ Try Day for Kids at Woodville Lacrosse Club All young athletes are invited to dive into lacrosse excitement at the Woodville Lacrosse Club’s FREE Come ‘N’ Try event during the April school holidays. Lacrosse is a fast and fun team sport played with a netted stick and ball. It combines the best elements of hockey, basketball, and soccer. Players use the head of the lacrosse stick to carry, pass, catch, and shoot the ball into their opponents’ goal. The Woodville Lacrosse Club welcomes boys and girls aged 5 to 15 years to represent the Warriors, with teams…

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The saga commences in the pivotal year of 1066 with the Norman Conquest, an event that forever altered the course of English history. Duke William of Normandy’s audacious crossing and subsequent claim to the English throne introduced a new era of Norman influence, evident in England’s architectural marvels such as the iconic Tower of London and the majestic Durham Cathedral. Across the Channel, the Bayeux Tapestry, a masterpiece of medieval craftsmanship, narrates this conquest with extraordinary detail, symbolizing the deep-rooted shared history and cultural exchange that began with this invasion. For those traveling from Scotland to explore this rich history,…

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LAGOS, Nigeria — For the past decade, Nigeria’s best-known ambassadors have, arguably, been its musicians: Burna Boy, WizKid, Davido, Tiwa Savage Asake and Tems, who have popularized Afrobeats beyond West Africa. At a moment when music, literature, visual art and food from across the African continent continue to gain global popularity, fashion designers, particularly those from Nigeria, are ready for their industry to take center stage.“Designers have become better and more confident, said Reni Folawiyo, owner of Alara, a popular concept store in Lagos. “Some have come back from different parts of the world and are creating things that are…

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