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U.S. stock markets kicked off the week in the red as renewed trade tensions sparked by former President Donald Trump sent shockwaves through Wall Street. The Dow Jones Industrial Average tumbled over 400 points, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite dropped 0.8% and 0.9% respectively. The sell-off followed Trump’s announcement of sweeping new tariffs set to take effect on August 1. In a series of public letters posted to social media, Trump warned that countries including Japan, South Korea, South Africa, and Malaysia would face levies ranging from 25% to 40% unless trade agreements are finalized by a self-imposed July 9 deadline. Adding to the market jitters, Trump declared that any nation aligning with the “Anti-American policies of BRICS” would be hit with an additional 10% tariff, escalating tensions with key trading partners like China and India. The tech sector bore the brunt of the downturn, with Tesla shares plunging nearly 7% amid political controversy surrounding CEO Elo...

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Antipasto Salad

 



Here’s a delightful Antipasto Salad recipe that’s bursting with Italian flavors. It’s a medley of sliced meats, cheeses, olives, and bright cherry tomatoes, all tossed in a light lemon olive oil dressing. Perfect for any occasion!

Ingredients:

  • 3 cups chopped romaine lettuce
  • 1/2 cup green olives (halved)
  • 1/2 cup medium black olives
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1/2 cup mini pepperoni
  • 1/4 cup jarred roasted red peppers (chopped)
  • 8 ounces Genoa Salami (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese balls
  • 13 ounces artichoke hearts (quartered)
  • 8 ounces provolone cheese (cut into bite-size pieces)

Lemon Olive Oil Dressing:

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, combine the romaine lettuce, olives, tomatoes, pepperoni, red peppers, salami, mozzarella, artichoke hearts, and provolone.
  2. To make the lemon olive oil dressing, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, and Italian seasoning in a small bowl.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to coat.
  4. Serve and enjoy this flavorful Italian salad! 

Feel free to adjust the ingredients to your taste, and savor the vibrant blend of textures and flavors. 

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