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These cookies are warmly spiced, with crisp edges and soft centers—perfect for holiday decorating and eating. Ingredients 3 cups all-purpose flour ¾ teaspoon baking soda ¼ teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon ground ginger 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon ground cloves ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened ¾ cup packed dark brown sugar ¾ cup unsulfured molasses 1 large egg Instructions Mix dry ingredients : In a medium bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, salt, and spices. Cream butter & sugar : In a large bowl, beat butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Add molasses and egg. Combine : Gradually add dry mixture until dough forms. Chill dough : Divide into two disks, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Roll & cut : Roll dough to ¼-inch thickness. Cut into shapes with cookie cutters. Bake : Place on parchment-lined sheets and bake at 350°F for 8–10 minutes, until edges are set. Cool & decorate : Let cool com...
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Trump Leaves War Option with Venezuela on the Table

Peace and Freedom Party Candidate for California Governor Ramsey Robinson speaks at a demonstration against US military action against Venezuela, in San Francisco.

U.S. President Donald Trump has escalated tensions with Venezuela, declaring in a recent interview that he is not ruling out the possibility of war with the South American nation. Speaking to NBC News, Trump stated, “I don’t rule it out, no,” when asked about potential military action against President Nicolás Maduro’s government.

The remarks come after Trump ordered a blockade of sanctioned oil tankers entering and leaving Venezuela, a move designed to intensify economic pressure on Caracas. Washington has already seized vessels near Venezuelan waters and conducted strikes on what the administration describes as “drug boats.” These operations have reportedly killed more than 100 people across 28 strikes, sparking criticism in Congress over the legality and humanitarian impact.

Trump has accused Maduro’s government of “stealing oil” and financing narcotics trafficking through its exports. Venezuela, in response, condemned the U.S. actions as a “grotesque threat” and vowed to continue its crude shipments despite the blockade.

The possibility of war raises concerns across Latin America and beyond. Analysts warn that a military conflict could destabilize the region, disrupt global oil markets, and worsen Venezuela’s already dire humanitarian crisis. With U.S. forces reportedly increasing their presence in the Caribbean, the situation has left many observers questioning whether Washington is preparing for direct confrontation.

For now, Trump insists that the decision depends on Venezuela’s actions, saying that if Maduro’s allies continue to defy U.S. sanctions, “they’ll be sailing back into one of our harbors.” His comments underscore the administration’s hardline stance and leave open the prospect of a dangerous escalation.


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