Marxist Dissanayake wins Sri Lanka’s presidential election as voters reject old guard

Marxist Dissanayake wins Sri Lanka’s presidential election as voters reject old guard

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka — Marxist lawmaker Anura Kumara Dissanayake won Sri Lanka’s presidential election, the Election Commission announced Sunday, after voters rejected the old political guard that has been widely accused of pushing the South Asian nation into economic ruin. Dissanayake, whose pro-working class and anti-political elite campaigning made him popular among youth, secured victory … Read more

The Nutrition, Taste, And Benefits

The Nutrition, Taste, And Benefits

Olive oil is good for your digestive and immune health  Olive oil is generally considered good for you; it’s a mainstay of the heart-healthy Mediterranean diet, which may help prevent cardiovascular disease. It has antioxidants (as does coffee) so that’s a good thing. And olive oil is rich in monounsaturated fats, said Jamie Stang, the … Read more

Growing Barberries for Cooking

Growing Barberries for Cooking

In the world of culinary delights, there are ingredients that not only tantalize the taste buds but also carry a rich history. Enter Berberis, the genus of shrubs known for producing the barberry, a prominent ingredient in many Ottolenghi recipes.  It wasn’t until I became an obsessive fan of the ottolenghi recipes (and own all … Read more