US, EU to impose Russia sanctions amid Ukraine crisis
The White House says President Joe Biden is ordering new sanctions on Moscow after Russia moved to recognize separatist eastern Ukraine regions.
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The weather on this exoplanet includes metal clouds and rain made of precious gems
A massive gas giant orbiting a star about 855 light-years from Earth, WASP-121b may have metal clouds and rain made of liquid gems, according to new research.
Trump's social media app launches year after Twitter ban
The site encountered technical glitches shortly after launch, with reports that subscribers were shut out for hours. Others had trouble signing on.
California tribe confronts crisis of missing, murdered women
In the past 18 months there have been 5 instances where Indigenous women have gone missing or been killed in an isolated expanse of Pacific coastline.
8PM: All American “Walk This Way”
With Spencer’s determination to protect his teammates from unjust punishment, he puts his own future at risk, at 8PM tonight on WCCB Charlotte’s CW.
Ponzi schemer Bernie Madoff's sister, her husband found dead
They were found unresponsive with gunshot wounds inside their residence.
Think you know about rum? Think again
An early U.S. import that at one point was even used as a form of currency, this sugar-based spirit has a packed history.
Rum is having a moment — here are 4 cocktails to try at home
Do you have rum on your bar cart? If not, it may be time to get some. The beverage director at a popular New Orleans restaurant and bar shows us how to make trendy rum cocktails at home.
Pecan Rum Cake
Pecans are added for both texture and flavor to this traditional Caribbean dessert.
Spike your dessert with 3 rum-filled recipes
A New Orleans baker offers her favorite rum-flavored desserts, featuring new takes on both tiramisu and rum cake. Perfect for your Mardi Gras celebration.
One New Orleans distillery is giving rum a home in the U.S.
Louisiana’s hot and humid climate lends perfectly to growing sugarcane — rum’s main ingredient — allowing an up-and-coming distillery to predict the spirit’s successful future.
Issue No. 49: Rum in New Orleans
Known for its sweet notes and tropical roots, rum isn’t often thought of a U.S.-based spirit. Turns out, we may have a “rum trail” forming in our very own South.
Hurricane
Learn how to make the famous cocktail of New Orleans that’s packed with plenty of light and dark rum.
Let Mardi Gras come to you with these celebratory treats
You don’t have to go to New Orleans to experience the age-old holiday. Celebrate at home by delivering king cakes, beignets, chicory coffee and more right to your door.
Tiramisu
You have multiple cookie options to achieve this classic Italian staple that features a shot of rum.
Broiled Louisiana Citrus with Rum
Perfect for winter citrus season, this tart treat uses both cinnamon and cayenne to complement the fruit’s flavors.
Spiced Mai Tai
Swapping traditional egg whites for aquafaba makes this popular cocktail a vegan option.
Mojito
Just a few simple ingredients result in a refreshing, minty cocktail that never disappoints.
Cuba Libre
A splash of amaro takes the classic rum and coke to a new level.
10 health benefits of grooming your dog
Here are 10 ways that regular grooming benefits a dog’s health. Pet organizations and licensed veterinarians were consulted to compile this list.
The end of another Olympics in the COVID era, cases and hospitalizations on the decline, and more COVID-19 news
With COVID cases declining and protests near the U.S.-Canada border phasing out, there are some successes to celebrate. But some, like those who are immunocompromised, are still facing an uphill battle. Here's that and more COVID news.
25 of the best towns to live in on the East Coast
Here a look at the best East Coast locations with under 5,000 residents, according to Niche’s 2021 Best Places to Live study.
Beijing's Olympics close, ending a safe but odd global moment
Through all its ups and downs, a very strange Olympics ended Sunday with fireworks and fanfare.
For bullied teens, online school offered a safe haven
Bullied teens reported heightened anxiety when they were attending in-person school, but not when they were attending online school.
