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  President Trump said the Peace Board 'will embark on a new approach to resolving global conflict'. Reports surrounding President Donald Trump’s proposed Board of Peace have ignited global debate after claims surfaced that countries may be asked to contribute $1 billion to secure or maintain permanent membership. The board, envisioned as a body overseeing governance and reconstruction efforts in Gaza, would reportedly be chaired by Trump himself, who would hold authority over which nations are admitted. A draft charter circulating among diplomats outlines three‑year membership terms, renewable only with the chairman’s approval. It also suggests that nations contributing $1 billion within the first year could bypass term limits and secure a permanent seat. The White House has pushed back on the reports, calling them misleading and insisting that no mandatory membership fee exists. Officials acknowledged that major financial contributors could receive greater influence but ...
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Chocolate Chip Cookies

 

 Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

 Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Stir in chocolate chips.
  7. Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are golden but centers are still soft.
  9. Cool on the sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Tips 

  • Texture balance: The mix of brown and white sugar gives chewiness plus crisp edges.
  • Butter temperature: Softened butter (not melted) ensures the cookies hold their shape.
  • Resting dough: Optional, but chilling for 30 minutes can enhance flavor and thickness.

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