The organizers of Stillwater Harvest Fest have found the perfect recipe for a successful fall festival: giant pumpkins, giant pumpkins and, yes, even more giant pumpkins. “Giant pumpkins make people smile,” said Cassie McLemore, event coordinator. “They are a smashing … Continued
By Beth Dooley, The Minnesota Star Tribune I adore beets of all kinds: the earthy sweet, the lurid magenta, the striped pink and the goldens. Sure, they’re not to everyone’s taste, but their strong character stands up to a range … Continued
By Gretchen McKay, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Pork is a versatile and nutritious alternative to chicken or beef, lending itself to everything from stir-fries and tacos to gyoza and barbecue sandwiches. Yet when it comes to one of its most recognizable and … Continued
By JUSTIN SPIKE BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — Vigils, commemorations and acts of remembrance were planned across the world on Monday to mark one year since the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel as world leaders called for an end to … Continued
By ELLEN KNICKMEYER WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States has spent a record of at least $17.9 billion on military aid to Israel since the war in Gaza began and led to escalating conflict around the Middle East, according to … Continued