just now (230+ words) Heap your plate and hunker down. By Rachel Myerson | November 25, 2025 We made it! To soup season, bowl food season, snow season, the season to be jolly, etc., etc. December is all about hunkering down with hearty dinners, indulging in rich desserts and " of course " celebrating Hanukkah with festive fried food. So put on your stretchy pants and knitted sweater (or Hanukkah pyjamas!), curl up in your favorite armchair and feast your eyes on these seven cozy Jewish dinners. From a grandmother-approved chicken paprikash recipe to beloved Syrian cherry meatballs; a rustic Balkan vegetable stew that keeps for days in the fridge to a decadent eggnog challah bread budding, there's something here for everyone. And, on that note: Please rate any recipes that you try. It helps to grow our community and we love to hear from you! A simple take…...

just now (271+ words) An aviation museum is to close temporarily for a refurbishment. Cranwell Aviation Heritage Museum, near Sleaford, Lincolnshire, will shut its doors on 1 December for three months. Work will include a refresh of the site, including the layout and exhibition areas, cafe and shop, North Kesteven District Council said. The museum is also looking to recruit more volunteers for when it reopens in the spring. The centre opened in 1992 and charts the history of the nearby Royal Air Force college, which trains officers. It houses a number of displays, including a flight simulator. Council leader Richard Wright said: "As an RAF veteran myself, the Cranwell museum is a personal favourite of mine. "This refresh is vital to further improve the customer experience and I would like to thank the public for their understanding whilst we complete these necessary works. "Despite its…...

1+ min ago (1019+ words) We all love a festive houseplant, from vibrant red poinsettias and colourful Christmas cacti, to elegant orchids and showstopping amaryllis. But sometimes things don't go to plan, when buds fail to open and bracts shrivel and drop. So, why are your festive houseplants not flowering? "You've got to consider what our homes are like at Christmas," says Jane Perrone, expert gardener, author and host of award-winning houseplant podcast On The Ledge. "We've got the fire roaring or the radiators up to max and these hot, dry environments are not good for a lot of plants." When you're buying plants, wrap them up well when you are taking them home, because it's easy for a lot of tropical plants purchased at Christmas to go into shock, she continues. "Don't buy them and then put them in your freezing cold car and…...

1+ min ago (631+ words) Mercedes driver George Russell George Russell joked Toto Wolff had been "very generous" during contract discussions for the British driver to stay at Mercedes. With his previous deal set to expire at the end of this year, Russell's future was becoming an increasingly talked about subject in the F1 paddock but any speculation was put to bed after he signed a new deal in October. Having lost Lewis Hamilton the year previously, Wolff and Mercedes would have been keen to avoid the same fate with Russell but the longer his negotiations wore on, the more credibility any rumours of him leaving appeared to have. All of that though has proven to be unfounded with Russell committing to a multi-year deal at Brackley and a pay rise to boot. Asked on Sky Sports about the deal and Russell's ability to get money…...

1+ min ago (631+ words) Mercedes driver George Russell George Russell joked Toto Wolff had been "very generous" during contract discussions for the British driver to stay at Mercedes. With his previous deal set to expire at the end of this year, Russell's future was becoming an increasingly talked about subject in the F1 paddock but any speculation was put to bed after he signed a new deal in October. Having lost Lewis Hamilton the year previously, Wolff and Mercedes would have been keen to avoid the same fate with Russell but the longer his negotiations wore on, the more credibility any rumours of him leaving appeared to have. All of that though has proven to be unfounded with Russell committing to a multi-year deal at Brackley and a pay rise to boot. Asked on Sky Sports about the deal and Russell's ability to get money…...

1+ min ago (139+ words) Driscoll to present Trump's modified plan to Russia, partially agreed with Ukraine in Geneva - PoliticoAccording to the publication, the plan was reduced from 28 points to about 19, it changed the requirements for the withdrawal of the Armed Forces of... Driscoll to present Trump's modified plan to Russia, partially agreed with Ukraine in Geneva - Politico According to the publication, the plan was reduced from 28 points to about 19, it changed the requirements for the withdrawal of the Armed Forces of Ukraine from Donbass "and other sensitive issues related to the territory of Ukraine." These issues were left up for discussion by Trump and Zelensky. "We don't know how the situation will develop further, but some progress has been made in Geneva. There is still a long way to go, and the Russians will certainly push," the source said....

1+ min ago (754+ words) Evanston's City Council appears ready to help Family Focus find a new owner and use for its historic property at 2010 Dewey Ave., but it held off on approving an agreement on how to move forward until next month to gather additional community. The social services organization has officially relocated to a nearby space at 1601-07 Simpson St. and is preparing to search for a buyer who will "redevelop it [2010 Dewey] to address community needs," likely including affordable housing. The plan put up for approval Monday involves reallocating financial support committed to Family Focus years ago that was already swapped around earlier this year, but it wasn't this funding change that gave councilmembers pause. Instead, a last-minute amendment proposed by Councilmember Bobby Burns (5th Ward) formally gave nearby residents a role in evaluating future proposals for the site. "Fifth Ward residents will have…...

1+ min ago (126+ words) US Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll allegedly met with Russian officials in Abu Dhabi on Monday and plans to continue talks on Tuesday, CBS reported, citing an unnamed US official.Driscoll's meeting with members of the Russian delegation in Abu Dhabi on... US holding talks with Russian delegation in UAE " report US Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll allegedly met with Russian officials in Abu Dhabi on Monday and plans to continue talks on Tuesday, CBS reported, citing an unnamed US official. Driscoll's meeting with members of the Russian delegation in Abu Dhabi on Monday evening lasted for several hours, the broadcaster said. He plans to meet with them again later in the day on Tuesday to discuss the peace process and accelerate progress in the talks, it added....

2+ min ago (74+ words) French President Emmanuel Macron said a US plan to end the war between Ukraine and Russia had elements worth discussing but warned against "capitulation" by Kyiv, in an interview broadcast Tuesday. 'We Want Peace' But Not Ukraine's 'Capitulation': Macron AFP - Agence France Presse French President Emmanuel Macron said a US plan to end the war between Ukraine and Russia had elements worth discussing but warned against "capitulation" by Kyiv, in an interview broadcast Tuesday....

2+ min ago (295+ words) General Motors Company [NYSE: GM] gained 0.95% on the last trading session, reaching $71.0 price per share at the time. General Motors Company represents 933.00 million in outstanding shares, while the company has a total market value of $66.23 billion with the latest information. GM stock price has been found in the range of $70.25 to $71.2201. If compared to the average trading volume of 8.75M shares, GM reached a trading volume of 13524810 in the most recent trading day, which is why market watchdogs consider the stock to be active. The Price to Book ratio for the last quarter was 1.00, with the Price to Cash per share for the same quarter was set at 34.89. General Motors Company [GM] gain into the green zone at the end of the last week, gaining into a positive trend and gaining by 4.55. With this latest performance, GM shares gained by 1.92% in…...