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Zelensky Urges Stronger U.S. Pressure After Strikes Freeze Kyiv

  People take shelter inside a metro station during a Russian missile and drone attack, in Kyiv. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is calling for intensified U.S. pressure on Russia after a new wave of missile and drone strikes left parts of Kyiv without heat, electricity, and water. The attacks, which targeted critical infrastructure during freezing winter temperatures, plunged several districts into darkness and disrupted essential services. Emergency crews worked through the night to contain fires and restore power, while city officials warned residents to brace for further outages. The strikes are part of Russia’s ongoing campaign against Ukraine’s energy grid, a strategy that has repeatedly exposed civilians to dangerous winter conditions. Zelensky urged Washington and other Western partners to respond with a unified and forceful message to Moscow, arguing that only increased diplomatic and economic pressure can deter further attacks. He emphasized that the latest stri...

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Almond Cookies


With their chewy texture, rich almond flavor, and just the right amount of sweetness, almond cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings, afternoon tea, or a cozy coffee break.


Ingredients

3 large egg whites

½ teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon almond extract

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup granulated sugar

2½ cups almond flour

About 1 cup confectioners’ sugar (for rolling)


instructions

1. Whisk egg whites, salt, almond extract, and vanilla extract until frothy.

2. Add granulated sugar and whisk until combined.

3. Stir in almond flour until the dough comes together.

4. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.

5. Roll dough into balls, coat with confectioners’ sugar, and place on baking sheets.

6. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until puffed with a crinkled appearance.

7. Let cool on baking sheets before transferring to a wire rack.




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