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☆ NASA flyby reveals lava lake, ‘Steeple Mountain’ on Jupiter’s moon Io
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-23 | by ( Ashley Strickland | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +6 min

CNN —Close flybys of Io, one of Jupiter’s moons and the most volcanically active world in our solar system, have revealed a lava lake and a towering feature called “Steeple Mountain” on the moon’s alien surface. “We also got some great close-ups and other data on a 200-kilometer-long (127-mile-long) lava lake called Loki Patera. Juno detected the mountain with the help of the sun shining on Io’s surface, which created dramatic shadows that revealed a very sharp peak. NASA/JPL-Caltech/SwRI/MSSSAs an outdoors enthusiast, Bolton joked that Io’s Steeple Mountain should be one of the solar system’s skiing and snowboarding destinations. The mission team used Juno’s Microwave Radiometer instrument to create maps of Io’s surface, showing how incredibly smooth it is.

Persons: ”, Scott Bolton, “, Loki Patera, Gerald Eichstädt, Thomas Thomopoulos, ” Bolton, Bolton, Galileo Galilei, Hera Organizations: CNN, Southwest Research Institute, NASA, JPL, Caltech, Bolton, European Geophysical Union General Assembly, Juno, Science, “, Galileo Locations: Vienna, Chile

☆ From Miami to Melbourne, a quiet revolution is underway to fend off a silent and invisible killer
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-02 | by ( Sam Meredith | In Samuelmeredith | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +7 min

Javier Torres | Afp | Getty ImagesA quiet revolution is underway to address a widely underestimated climate challenge: extreme heat. Myrivili said she believes that extreme heat is often overlooked because it lacks the visible drama of roofs being ripped from homes or streets being turned into rivers. Most people wouldn't know that in Australia, extreme heat kills more people than bushfires and floods and storms. Tiffany Crawford Co-chief heat officer of Melbourne, AustraliaThe CDC defines extreme heat as summertime temperatures that are significantly hotter and/or more humid than average. Melbourne, AustraliaTiffany Crawford, co-CHO of Melbourne, told CNBC that extreme heat kills more people in Australia than bushfires, floods and storms.

Persons: Javier Torres, Eleni Myrivili, CHO, Myrivili, Tiffany Crawford Co, Jane Gilbert, We've, Gilbert, Giorgio Viera, Afreen, Dhaka North's CHO, Bushra, Australia Tiffany Crawford, Crawford, Krista Milne, Diego Fedele Organizations: Afp, Getty, CNBC, Centers for Disease Control, CDC, Dade, Dhaka North, Dhaka North's, Nurphoto, Environmental, Station Locations: Quilpue comune, Valparaiso region, Chile, Athens, U.S, Australia, Melbourne, Miami, Miami , Florida, Dhaka, Bangladesh, Australian

☆ Why do we toss coins into fountains?
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-30 | by ( Samantha Murphy Kelly | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +5 min

CNN —All over the world, and for centuries, people have thrown coins into fountains, wishing wells and rivers for good luck. Some fountains collect thousands, or even millions, of dollars worth of coins each year. George Rose/Getty ImagesWhere the money goesSome well-known fountains can collect thousands of dollars in coins each year. According to an NBC report from 2016, the Trevi Fountain accumulated about $1.5 million in coins that year. A spokesperson for the Mall of America in Minneapolis told CNN the fountains collect about $25,000 each year.

Persons: It’s, “, Trevi, Bill Maurer, Maurer, “ It’s, ”, Stefan Krmnicek —, —, Pen Rhys, Ganesha, George Rose, Basil E, ” Maurer Organizations: CNN, UC Irvine, University of California Irvine’s School of Social Sciences, Century Fox, University of Tuebingen, Bellagio, Casino, NBC, Trevi, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York City, of, Disney Parks Locations: Rome, England’s Northumberland County, England, Turkey, Rome's, Germany, East Asia, Shanghai, Oxford, Las Vegas , Nevada, New York, of America, Minneapolis, America

☆ The genius Roman creations that still amaze us today
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-23 | by ( Guy Kesteven | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +13 min

That’s because Roman passions for outrageous, oversized architecture went hand in hand with detailed record-keeping and relentless imperial PR. We should warn you that the lines to get in now are likely even longer than the Roman ones though. While it was forgotten for over 1,000 years, this UNESCO World Heritage site now gets over 2,500,000 visitors a year. Mahmud Turkia/AFP/Getty ImagesWhat: Spectacularly preserved Roman portWhere: Libyan coastWhoa: Seeing is still not believingThe undoubted winner of the “most incredible Roman site you’ve never heard of” award is Lepcis Magna. That’s made this dramatic structure a designated UNESCO World Heritage site and well worth a visit on any Roman road trip across Europe.

Persons: Genghis, Marco Cantile, Volcanically, Pliny, hadn’t, That’s, Pont du, Pont, it’s, Mahmud Turkia, you’ve, Magna, Septimus Severus, “, Emperor Augustus, Tiberius, Domitian, Nero, Maximus, Don’t, Augustus, Vindolanda, Hadrian, Antonine, Aphrodisia, Caracalla, Caracalla aren’t, Diocletian, Guy Kesteven, Sarah, Freya Organizations: CNN, Scottish Borders, UNESCO, Heritage, Lepcis Magna, Getty, Coliseum, YouTube, Royal Holloway University Locations: Rome, Africa, Scottish, Italy, Herculaneum, Naples, Mount, Gardon, France, AFP, Libyan, Libya, Palatine Hill, Trier, Germany, Europe, England, Roman, Scotland, Anatolia, Turkey, Aphrodisia, Caracalla

A volcano erupted with little notice in southern Iceland on Saturday night, the latest in a string of eruptions in the area, threatening local infrastructure and leading the authorities to declare a state of emergency. Lava fountains burst out of the ground, and a nearly two-mile-long fissure opened up on the Reykjanes Peninsula around 8:30 p.m., the Icelandic Meteorological Office said. The meteorological office said that it had received indications of a possible eruption only about 40 minutes before it happened. The Blue Lagoon and Grindavik were evacuated shortly after the eruption, according to RUV, the national broadcaster. About 700 visitors were staying at the Blue Lagoon.

Persons: Grindavik Organizations: Icelandic Meteorological Locations: Iceland, Grindavik

☆ Tensions over Israel-Hamas war loom over Irish Taoiseach’s usually jovial annual visit to White House
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-15 | by ( Kevin Liptak | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +8 min

There will still be shamrocks this year, but Israel’s war in Gaza is lending a darker backdrop to the occasion. While he rebuffed calls by some Irish politicians to boycott the annual White House stop, he has made plain the Gaza war lends fresh urgency to this year’s talks. “I’ll use that opportunity to put across Ireland’s perspective on this and tell them how Irish people feel. Last year, Varadkar declared Biden “unmistakably a son of Ireland” and announced the president’s forthcoming visit to the island. Barry’s opposition to Biden’s foreign policy predated the war in Gaza; he boycotted Biden’s address to the Dáil in April.

Persons: Patrick’s, Joe Biden, —, Leo Varadkar, Biden, “, ”, Varadkar, “ I’m, Ireland ”, Israel ”, Jane Ohlmeyer, Arthur Balfour, Mick Barry, Biden’s, Michelle O’Neill, O’Neill, Sinn Fein, Carter, Clinton Organizations: Washington CNN, shamrocks, Irish, RTE, White, Muredach’s, Hamas, Trinity College Dublin, Socialist Party, Capitol, Northern, St, ”, Irish Republican Army, Biden Locations: United States, Ireland, Gaza, Boston, St, Ballina ., Israel, Dublin, Palestine, British, Ireland’s, Northern Ireland, Northern

☆ I've been a tour guide in Rome for 16 years. Here are 9 of the biggest mistakes tourists make.
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-09 | by ( Sarah May Grunwald | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Read previewMy husband and I have 25 and 16 years, respectively, of guiding experience in Rome. As we say in Rome, "Roma, non basta una vita" ("In Rome, a lifetime is not enough"). One of my favorite websites for up-to-date advice for travelers planning trips to Rome is Rome Wise. Italian food is seasonal. I recommend following advice from the local food experts at Casa Mia.

Persons: —, He's, we've, Kirk Fisher, it's, Trevi, doesn't, It's, Vasilii, Rome Wise Organizations: Service, Business, Chapel, Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Moderna, Rome, Roman, Casa Locations: Rome, Italy, Ostia

LAS VEGAS (AP) — A visit from a rare, fine-feathered tourist has interrupted one of Las Vegas’ prominent shows. Initially, the Bellagio's fountain shows were paused while officials figured out how to proceed, an MGM Resorts International spokesperson told the Las Vegas Review-Journal. Wildlife officials determined that the bird wasn't bothered and the show was cleared Tuesday to resume, but a spokesperson later said the shows would remain on hold. The Associated Press sent an email Wednesday seeking updated information from an MGM spokesperson, including when the shows might resume. The bird likely sought shelter from a storm, Nielsen said, noting that it isn’t uncommon for migratory birds to visit the valley.

Persons: birders, Doug Nielsen, Nielsen, We’re, Gee, I’m Organizations: LAS VEGAS, Bellagio, Vegas, National Park Service, MGM Resorts International, Las Vegas, . Wildlife, Associated Press, MGM, Nevada Department of Wildlife’s Locations: Las Vegas, U.S, Nevada

☆ 10 of the biggest mistakes I saw tourists make when I worked at Disney World
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-06 | by ( Sofía Olivar | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: 1 min

Buying bottles of water in the parks is a waste of money. I bring my own water bottle to the parks. hurricanehank/ShutterstockInstead of buying water at the parks, I like to bring a reusable bottle that I can easily refill at one of the many water fountains. If you don't have a bottle, any quick-service food location on the property will also be able to give you a free cup of ice water. Either way, it's a great way to save money because the single-use water bottles at Disney are at least $3.50 each.

Persons: it's Organizations: Disney

☆ Where Old Vegas is still alive today
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-03 | by ( Matt Villano | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +11 min

MuseumsMuseums are obvious celebrations of the past, and in Las Vegas, these two museums have direct links to the Vegas of old. At the Neon Museum, Old Vegas is showcased in the form of neon signs. Other attractionsSeveral other sights and destinations around Las Vegas keep the city’s past alive in this modern age. At one point every casino in Las Vegas had a machine like this one; today this is the only coin-operated iteration left. Finally, the most recognizable throwback to Old Vegas might be the neon “Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas” sign at the south end of the Las Vegas Strip near Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino.

Persons: upstage Travis, Taylor, Usher, Jackie Gaughan, Kenny Epstein, Epstein, Gaughan, “, ”, you’ve, Bugsy Siegel, Meyer Lansky, La Concha, Caesar, Chris Welsch, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr, Sinatra, Hugo’s, El Cortez, Barbara Streisand’s, Bauer, Griffin, Vegas Vickie, Vickie, Derek Stevens, Vic, Betty Willis, YESCO Organizations: CNN, Sin, Bellagio, Vegas, Eiffel, El, Fremont Street, National Register of Historic Places, Casino, Hotel, Museums, Mob Museum, National Museum of, US Post Office, Commerce, Neon Museum, Las, Virgin Hotels, Minneapolis Star Tribune, Italian American, Four Queens Casino, Las Vegas, Sigma Derby, Fremont Locations: Sin City, Las Vegas, Paris, Vegas, Hotel Nevada, Fremont Street, America, Old Vegas, Sahara, Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, Las, Fremont, Mandalay

☆ A bizarre Willy Wonka-themed children's event became a viral disaster. Here's everything that went wrong.
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-01 | by ( Beatrice Nolan | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

A disastrous Willy Wonka-themed children's event went viral for all the wrong reasons. NEW LOOK Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. Instead, the bizarre Willy Wonka-themed event in Glasgow, Scotland, featured a sparse warehouse filled with low-budget props and drew comparisons with the similarly ill-fated Fyre Festival. Videos of customers confronting event organizers have since been shared on social media. "I ended up playing Willy Wonka for three and a half hours straight," Paul Connell told The Independent.

Persons: Willy Wonka, Here's, —, Stuart Sinclair, Sinclair, Paul Connell, Wonka, Connell, BI's Katie Notopoulos Organizations: Service, Illuminati, The Daily Mail Locations: Glasgow, Scotland

☆ A Willy Wonka-style 'Chocolate Experience' advertised with AI images turned out to be an 'absolute shambles'
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-27 | by ( Beatrice Nolan | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Read previewA "Willy's Chocolate Experience" last weekend turned out to be a whole lot less satisfying than people had hoped. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. AdvertisementStuart Sinclair, who took his children to the event, called it an "absolute shambles." Several of the images featured on the website have tell-tale signs of AI art, but Business Insider was unable to independently confirm if the images were generated with AI. Stuart Sinclair called the event an "absolute shambles."

Persons: —, Stuart Sinclair, Sinclair, Willy Wonka, Crave, elly Organizations: Service, Illuminati, Business, Wonka, Warner Bros, Police Scotland, Sky News, Police Locations: Glasgow, Scotland, ried

☆ Roman egg still intact found in UK in ‘amazing’ discovery
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-12 | by ( Issy Ronald | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

CNN —Researchers have cracked one of the mysteries hidden within a Roman egg, discovering that it still contains its liquid almost two millennia after it was first laid. Pottery and other finds uncovered alongside the egg were dated to the late 3rd century AD, allowing archaeologists to estimate its age too, Biddulph added. A woven basket, thought to have contained bread, was found alongside the eggs. A micro-CT scan of the egg showed it still had liquid inside. “Nobody has seen anything like this before so every stage of the research into this is creating new moments of amazing potential,” he said.

Persons: ” Douglas G.D Russell, Edward Biddulph, Biddulph, Dana Goodburn, Brown, “ I’ve, ” Biddulph, “, Chris Dunmore, University of Kent “, ” Russell, ” Organizations: CNN —, CNN, Oxford, Oxford Archaeology, University of Kent, Imaging, Life Sciences Locations: Egypt, Aylesbury, England, London, Oxford

☆ She arranged a date with a guy she met on a plane. When he didn’t show, she unexpectedly met her future husband
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-09 | by ( Francesca Street | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +20 min

“I loved London,” Cristina tells CNN Travel today. Matt’s family was staying at Claridge’s, the historic, swanky five star hotel in Mayfair. Matt’s parents knew he was going on a spontaneous date. “And then they would never forward the mail.”Cristina’s idea of writing to Matt’s parents’ address was a good one. After years of working and living in Italy, Matt’s fluent in Italian.

Persons: she’d, Cristina Farina, Cristina, ”, “ Let’s, they’d, “, ” Cristina, Trafalgar Square’s, William Shakespeare’s “ Romeo, Juliet, London Here's Cristina, Matt, Matt Reinecke, Cristina gestured, he’d, Cristina couldn’t, Here's Matt, Cristina he’d, ‘, ’ ”, welling, you’ll, wouldn’t, Weeks, Claridge’s, Matt hadn’t, Read, Matt’s, Matt wasn’t, Florence Matt, Matt reckons they’d, ” Matt, Cristina’s, Davide, Francesca, Cristina Farina Matt, they’re, ” Here's Matt, Ludovica Barone, They’ve, – Organizations: CNN, Florence, Heathrow Airport, CNN Travel, Bond, Cristina’s Locations: London, Trafalgar, California, Claridge’s, Mayfair, Hyde, Italy, Europe, ”, Florence, Greece, San Francisco, Francisco, San Francisco’s, Prato , Tuscany, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Australia, Milan, Turin, Tuscany, American, “, Italian

☆ As homelessness spikes nationwide, at least 4 major cities have found ways to get people off the streets
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-08 | by ( Allie Kelly | Eliza Relman | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Plans that strengthen infrastructure for temporary and permanent affordable housing, and increase local support for demographics most vulnerable to homelessness, were consistently successful. Building paths to permanent housing in those cities improved overall housing access, researchers said. But Seattle has higher rates of unsheltered homelessness, so resources were better directed to building more temporary housing options. Chicago and New York have seen longer-term success in reducing homelessness, but both saw a spike between 2022 and 2023. The main driver of homelessness is the severe housing shortage across the country, so the most fundamental solution is creating more affordable housing.

Persons: There's Organizations: Brookings Institution, Department of Housing, Urban, Seattle, Brookings Locations: Chicago, New York, Seattle, Philadelphia, Los Angeles , Oregon, New Jersey

☆ Iceland volcano erupts again, molten rocks spew from fissures
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-08 | by ( Story Reuters | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

Live video from the area showed fountains of bright-orange molten rock spewing from fissures in the ground, in sharp contrast to the still-dark night sky. “Warning: A volcanic eruption started north of Sylingarfell,” the country’s meteorological office said on its website. Marco Di Marco/APIntense earthquake activity began around 5:30 a.m. and the outbreak itself started some 30 minutes later, it added. Thursday’s eruption took place some way from Grindavik and was unlikely to pose a direct threat to the town, Icelandic geophysicist Ari Trausti Gudmundsson told Reuters. Icelandic authorities in November started building dykes that can help divert burning lava flows away from homes and critical infrastructure.

Persons: Marco Di Marco, Ari Trausti Gudmundsson, ”, Isavia Organizations: CNN, AP, Met Office, Reuters, Keflavik Locations: Iceland, Reykjanes, Sylingarfell, Grindavik, Icelandic, U.S ., Kentucky

☆ 10 things airport passengers should stop wasting money on, according to a former flight attendant
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-08 | by ( Arina Bloom | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

I worked as a flight attendant for two years and picked up tips for saving money while traveling. Don't waste your money on food and water at the airport or the overpriced snacks on the plane. But don't wait until you get on the plane — flight attendants don't usually have that much power. You already paid for the ticket, taxi, and luggage, so don't waste your money on overpriced airport water. It's almost never worth it to exchange money at the airportIt's usually cheapest to exchange your money at a bank.

Persons: —, I've, F, it's, Nicolas Economou, It's Organizations: Service, Kennedy International Airport, Transportation Security Administration, TSA, Getty Locations: York City

☆ Volcano Erupts in Iceland for Third Time Since December
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-08 | by ( Egill Bjarnason | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: 1 min

A volcano system in southwestern Iceland erupted on Thursday, for the third time since December, with fountains of bright orange lava visible from Iceland’s capital, Reykjavík, about 30 miles away. The eruption occurred at 6 a.m., according to the country’s Meteorological Office, on a mountain ridge on the Reykjanes Peninsula, where a significant share of Iceland’s population of about 375,000 lives, although they did not appear to be at risk. Iceland’s civil defense agency said the nearby Blue Lagoon, a geothermal spa that is a popular tourist destination, had been evacuated on Thursday morning. Grindavik, a small fishing town of 3,800 that is the closest population center to the volcano, was evacuated before the volcano last erupted in January and destroyed part of the town. It remains empty.

Organizations: country’s Meteorological Locations: Iceland, Reykjavík, Blue

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Las Vegas proposed to the NFL in December 2021. “Let’s just marry these brands, and let’s bring the Super Bowl here,” Steve Hill, president and CEO of the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, recalled telling a room of NFL franchise owners. The betrothal culminates Sunday in a not-so-intimate ceremony at Allegiant Stadium, where the city will host its first-ever Super Bowl. He isn’t alone in his excitement: Parking spots for private jets in and around Las Vegas have all been spoken for. Strolling across that span after a major event like the Super Bowl makes for a memory that can't be recreated, Naft said.

Persons: “ Let’s, let’s, Steve Hill, Elvis Presley impersonators, Vince Lombardi, ”, Seth Kaplan, Kaplan, Guy Fieri, Jeff Frederick, isn’t, “, Michael Naft, Mark Davis, Naft, Ty O'Neil Organizations: LAS VEGAS, NFL, Las Vegas Convention, Visitors Authority, Vegas, San Francisco 49ers, Kansas City Chiefs, Maxim, Royale, Resorts, Chapel, Bellagio, Aria, MGM Resorts International, ”, Las Vegas Raiders, Super Locations: Las Vegas, Bellagio, Australia, Clark, Vegas, Nevada

☆ New NASA photos offer a close look at Jupiter's fiery moon with erupting volcanos that dwarf anything on Earth
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-06 | by ( Ellyn Lapointe | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

NASA's Juno spacecraft snapped detailed images of the most volcanically active world in our solar system on Saturday. During this close fly-by, the spacecraft spotted plumes of volcanic activity erupting from Io's surface in real-time. This encounter was the second in a set of two close fly-bys designed to provide new insight into the fiery phenomena that lurk beneath Io's surface. The twin flybys are designed to provide new insight into how Io’s volcanic engine works and whether a global magma ocean exists under Io’s rocky surface. NASA / JPL-Caltech / SwRI / ASI / INAF / JIRAMThe Juno spacecraft has orbited Jupiter every 38 days since 2016.

Persons: JunoMission, Scott Bolton, it's, Juno, Andrea Luck, Patera, Jan Dryák Organizations: NASA, JPL, Caltech Locations: Mauna Loa

☆ Tour Sofia Vergara’s sumptuous LA home
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-06 | by ( Harmeet Kaur | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

“I’m not afraid to spend money, but it has to be for something practical, not just things that are there to look good,” Vergara told Architectural Digest. "There’s just something about this place that makes guests want to stay," Vergara told Architectural Digest of her home. “I don’t like crazy jolts of color,” Vergara told the magazine of her preferred color scheme. "Every room has special flourishes to add depth and interest to the composition,” Vergara's interior designer Olivia Davies-Gaetano explained. “My friends from Colombia find any excuse to visit,” Vergara told AD.

Persons: “ I’m, ” Vergara, “, Griselda Blanco, Sofía Vergara, Amy Astley, ”, Vergara, Ohara Davies, Gaetano, Sofía, ’, Olivia Davies, Stephen Block Organizations: CNN, Netflix, Hollywood, Vergara Locations: Los Angeles, Beverly, Spanish, Transylvania, Colombia

☆ I'm a travel expert and often travel with my family. These 5 romantic destinations are surprisingly great for families.
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-04 | by ( Taryn White | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

In fact, the world is brimming with destinations that effortlessly cater to both lovebirds and jet-setting families, merging fine dining, lavish lodging, and kid-approved activities. Go adventuring in St. LuciaSt. Lucia holds a special place in my family's hearts, as one of our first international destinations. Taryn White says that while CrossKeys Vineyard is great for couples, families with kids can also enjoy the atmosphere. Courtesy The Trip Wish ListFor those seeking a luxurious family retreat, there are many options, like Salamander Middleburg in Loudoun County. It also has family suites complete with bunk beds or twin beds, ensuring that everyone has plenty of space to unwind after a day of sightseeing.

Persons: —, I've, Lucia St, Lucia, Bean, there's, Walsh, Taryn White, CrossKeys, Paris isn't, Gigi, Angelina Organizations: Service, des Pitons, Gros, Petit, Resorts, Aurora, Aurora Entertainment, Virginia Wine, Veritas, Keswick Hall, Michelin, Jardin du, Jardin des, Louvre Museum, Fish Locations: Maldives, French Polynesia, Caribbean, St, Sulphur Springs, New Jerusalem, Morne, des, Anguilla, Little Bay, Sandy Islands, Zemi, Aurora, Morais, Salamander Middleburg, Loudoun County, Albemarle County, Clifton, Paris, Jardin, Jardin du Luxembourg, Jardin des Tuileries, Hana, Makena

☆ 'Everything Is Melting': Argentines Seek Cool as Heat Wave Strikes
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-01 | by ( Feb. | At P.M. | ) www.usnews.com time to read: +1 min

BUENOS AIRES (Reuters) - Argentines sought shade and tried to cool off in public fountains on Thursday as a heat wave hitting the country saw temperatures rise towards 40 degrees Celsius (104°F). "Everything is melting, everything is melting," said Diego Gatti, a 34-year-old merchant in Buenos Aires, adding that at least near the coast there was some access to water and a breeze. The South American country is home to some 45 million people and an important grains producer of soy, corn and wheat. "The heat spreads from the roof through the house, you just can't stay there. (Reporting by Miguel Lo Bianco and Horacio Soria; Writing by Adam Jourdan; Editing by Sandra Maler)

Persons: Diego Gatti, Sergio Pavon, Miguel Lo Bianco, Horacio Soria, Adam Jourdan, Sandra Maler Organizations: BUENOS AIRES, Reuters Locations: BUENOS, Buenos Aires

☆ You don't need to buy a $8 Blue Zone frozen meal. Here's how to make your own for under $2 a serving.
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-16 | by ( Hilary Brueck | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

The Blue Zones meals were tasty and convenient but left me hungryThis is not enough lunch for me. One of the most exciting discoveries in Blue Zones research is that the ingredients linked to longevity aren't expensive , exotic, or hard to prepare, and they are satiating too. The Blue Zones Kitchen Minestrone Casserole is currently on sale at Whole Foods for $6.99, almost five times that price. Building flavor for healthy food you'll actually be excited to eat is also easier than you might think. All in all, I'm thrilled we have the option for Blue Zones cooking to-go, but am still hungry for more.

Persons: —, Hilary Brueck, Gabby Landsverk, she's, Dan Buettner, I've, Casserole, you've, I'm Organizations: Service, Business, Foods Locations: Italy, Greece, Japan, Costa Rica, Okinawa

☆ Why America hates its children
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-07 | by ( Lydia Kiesling | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +17 min

Time and again, I was struck by a public attitude toward children I seldom encountered in America: unequivocal support. In America, we socialize our children to see strangers not as helpers but as threats. Virtually every other industrialized nation provides more government aid for their children than America does. Children who are neglected — a loose term inextricably tied to poverty — are thrown into a foster-care system known for its propensity to harm children. From the tumult of the pandemic, the calls for America to care more for its children are getting louder.

Persons: George Washington, Jesse Zhang, Charlie Shepherd, Shepherd, Richard Nixon, Nixon, Franklin Roosevelt, leery, unironically, Sen, Joe Manchin, Serabi Medina, Serabi, Sandy, —, Lydia Kiesling Organizations: United Nations, hasn't, UN, Senate, National Government, Social Security, Jet, Centers for Disease Control, Business, Child Protective Services, Pediatrics, Black Panthers, National Domestic Workers Alliance, State, Mobility, New York Times Magazine, New Yorker Locations: Greece, America, Sweden, Oregon, Idaho, Athens, Chicago, Sandy Hook , Connecticut, Uvalde , Texas, Portland , Oregon, New Mexico

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