BEIJING (AP) — Liu Shaoang of Hungary won Olympic gold in 500-meter short track speedskating on Sunday.He led all the way and crossed the line in 40.338 seconds at Capital Indoor Stadium. It was Liu’s third medal of the Beijing Games, having earned bronze in the 1,000 and the mixed team relay.Russian skater Konstantin Ivliev…Continue Reading

WINDSOR, Ontario (AP) — Police moved in to clear and arrest the remaining protesters near a key U.S.-Canadian border bridge early Sunday, trying to end one of the main demonstrations that have broken out across Canada and the world against COVID-19 vaccine mandates and other restrictions.Windsor police said arrests were being made and vehicles were…Continue Reading

Calling all carb-lovers, the ultimate gig for foodies has just opened up as one lucky person will now get paid to eat potatoes.Boiled, fried, baked, sautéed, mashed, scalloped, cubed, crisped and roasted, there are countless ways to enjoy the versatile vegetable, and that’s not even mentioning flavors of chips.Normally hungry customers shell out for their…Continue Reading

When not pumping iron or working up a sweat on the treadmill, exercise enthusiasts are often seen drinking protein shakes before or after a workout.The science of sport has advanced in recent years, meaning even amateurs are now aware of the importance of these amino acids when working out.However, there is also a growing understanding…Continue Reading

Simmer cream with sugar, add citrus juice, and then wait for chemistry to kick in. The acidity in the citrus juice works to gently thicken and set the cream into a rich and velvety pudding. With no distracting eggs, cornstarch, or gelatin needed to thicken the possets, you get pure dairy richness primed to showcase…Continue Reading

Swordfish is perfect for hot-and-fast applications like this springy skillet from Ali Slagle’s cookbook I Dream of Dinner (So You Don’t Have To) because it cooks quickly without drying out. Swap in another fatty fish—like mahi-mahi or salmon—and whatever crunchy vegetables (like green beans or snap peas) and small white beans (like navy or Great…Continue Reading

The chicken burgers from Ali Slagle’s cookbook I Dream of Dinner (So You Don’t Have To) have a little secret—they’re cooked in bacon fat, which adds flavor and moisture to the ground meat. And that’s not all: The chicken meatballs are smashed into a thin layer and topped with thinly sliced onion and jalapeño, yielding…Continue Reading