How slow-fermented tomato confit brings umami and heritage to the table
A short, sensory guide to making and understanding slow-fermented tomato confit that connects kitchen technique to territory and tradition.
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How a US-Iran military clash could unsettle the Strait of Hormuz and oil supply
A U.S. attack on Iran would risk wider conflict, possible closure of the Strait of Hormuz and major shocks to global oil and gas flows
Coastal saffron risotto: balancing umami and terroir for a memorable plate
A sensory portrait of saffron and sea in a risotto that honors terroir, seasonality and simple culinary technique
Discover the umami of fermented vegetables for sustainable cooking
A sensory exploration of fermented vegetables: taste, technique and the story behind the jar
Resident Evil Requiem review: capcom balances horror and action
After multiple playthroughs, Resident Evil Requiem emerges as a bold attempt by Capcom to reconnect with the series’ roots while juggling modern action elements
How tiny injuries and bold style choices are defining 2026 trends
Explore three seemingly unrelated phenomena—one medical note from baseball and two major fashion movements—that together reveal how small choices and details influence culture in 2026
Spanberger to deliver Democratic response as Padilla speaks to Spanish-language audiences
President Trump delivered a combative State of the Union portraying the nation as safe and winning; Democrats chose Abigail Spanberger for the main rebuttal and Alex Padilla for the Spanish response, while some members skipped the address in protest
Venezuela reorients foreign partnerships while opening judicial talks with the U.S.
Venezuela is reconfiguring relationships with Cuba and the United States: the government has ordered many Cuban advisers to leave, its attorney general has proposed formal penal cooperation with the U.S., and sprawling illegal mining operations controlled by armed groups complicate governance
Trump’s record-setting State of the Union highlights achievements and avoids direct mention of China
President Trump used a marathon State of the Union to promote his agenda and portray an economic ‘golden age,’ while Democrats offered a cost-focused rebuttal and the president notably omitted direct references to China ahead of a planned visit
BritBox leads international pre-sales for George Kay’s Gone ahead of London showcase
George Kay’s six-part drama Gone, featuring David Morrissey and Eve Myles, has drawn strong pre-sale interest from BritBox, NRK, Stan and other international partners ahead of the Feb. 26 London Screenings
Inside the 2026 American Black Film Festival Honors: awards, fashion and tributes
See how the 2026 American Black Film Festival Honors celebrated Angela Bassett, Jennifer Hudson, Dwayne Johnson and the creative team behind Sinners while serving notable fashion moments
Eroding support in northeastern Pennsylvania complicates Trump’s State of the Union outlook
Northeastern Pennsylvania’s once-solid backing for President Trump is showing strain, with younger voters, Latinos and recent converts cooling and Democrats scoring unexpected local victories ahead of the February 24, 2026 State of the Union.
How a generation shaped by war thinks about Russia and the future
Four young Russians—Polina, Makar, Marina, and Sergey—share how the ongoing war and state pressure have altered their studies, relationships, and hopes
How streaming hubs reorder action and pacing to keep viewers glued
A shift in movie structure is emerging as platforms ask for early thrills to retain distracted viewers while some audiences still hunger for patient storytelling
How Survivor season 1 reshaped television and still resonates today
Fifty seasons after its debut, Survivor season 1 is remembered by finalists Kelly Wiglesworth, Jenna Lewis and host Jeff Probst as the moment reality television evolved and altered their lives
How a final-week gold surge, neighborhood calendars and clay shooting wins boosted local spirit
A narrative linking Team USA’s record 12 gold medals, the practical reach of the Town Planner calendar, and Italy’s Universal Trench World Championship achievements