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(CBS News) Theo Chocolate's team of chocolatiers created this special cookie recipe to highlight the company's Congo 65% Vanilla Nib chocolate. This double chocolate cookie is complemented by the floral notes of Congo vanilla and the crunch of roasted Congo cocoa nibs. For more recipes visit theochocolate.com . Theo Chocolate is partnering with Ben Affleck and the Eastern Congo Initiative (ECI) to launch a delicious new chocolate bar series that's helping Congolese farmers cultivate a brighter future. You can learn more about the Eastern Congo Initiative by clicking here . Gooey Double Chocolate Vanilla Nib Cookie Ingredients: 14 oz. Theo 70% dark chocolate Instructions: Melt the 14oz. of 70% dark chocolate and butter together in microwave or in a heat-proof bowl set over a pot of simmering water. Beat eggs and sugar together until thick and pale, either with a mixer or by hand, about 8 minutes. Mix vanilla into egg mixture. Fold in cooled chocolate … [Read more...] about Recipe: Gooey Double Chocolate Vanilla Nib Cookie

Published 28 minutes ago Share close Share page Copy link About sharing Prices are rising at their fastest rate for 40 years as higher energy bills hit millions of households. UK inflation, the rate at which prices are rising, jumped to 9% in the 12 months to April, up from 7% in March. The surge came as millions of people saw an unprecedented £700-a-year rise in energy costs last month. Higher fuel and food prices, driven by the Ukraine war, are also pushing the cost of living up, with inflation expected to continue to rise this year. Citizens Advice said "the warning lights could not be flashing brighter" for the government to issue more support for households than they are now and debt charities urged anyone finding it difficult to pay bills to seek help earlier rather than later in the year. Around three quarters of the rise in inflation in April came from higher electricity … [Read more...] about UK inflation hits 40-year high of 9% as energy bills soar

North Korean supreme leader Kim Jong Un missed another national holiday on Saturday, fueling rumors and reports of his health. But U.S. intelligence sees no sign of unusual military activity that would suggest something amiss. "Regional militaries in the Western Pacific and Asia, including those of our partner nations, remain at readiness levels consistent with historical norms," a senior Pentagon official told Newsweek because they were not authorized to speak on the matter. "We have observed no indications or received any additional information to make a conclusive assessment on the status of North Korean leadership or health of Kim Jong-un," the official added. "We continue to monitor the situation." But Kim Jong Un, believed to be 36 and usually the center of his society, was still nowhere to be seen Saturday as his country commemorated Military Foundation Day. The Stimson Center's 38 North monitor shared satellite imagery showing that a roughly 820-feet long train has … [Read more...] about Despite Kim Jong Un’s absence, military activity suggests nothing amiss in North Korea, U.S. intelligence says

"Open the curtains," Emma Eastham tells her son Alex, "shall we show them your oxygen and what we do with it?" Alex is a thriving 16-year-old who loves music, DIY and (of course, because this is Wigan) Rugby League. "I want to go to College," he tells me, "and become a joiner." But when he was a baby, Alex's mum was told by doctors that he would not survive. Alex was born prematurely and had liver failure. Advertisement He's developed epilepsy, chronic lung disease and sleep apnoea amongst a range of other difficult, and incurable, conditions. At night, he uses an oxygen machine. More on Cost Of Living City regulator to get new powers to protect public's access to cash Cost of living: Rishi Sunak says government's response to cost of living pressures will 'evolve' - but announces no immediate measures in CBI speech Dairy prices will continue to soar due to rocketing production costs, warns Lurpak producer Related … [Read more...] about ‘For Alex it’s a case of life or death’: For some the cost of living crisis is also a health crisis

Erik ten Hag's Man Utd in-tray Sign up HERE for the latest MUFC breaking news and transfer updates SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Manchester United think Erik ten Hag has taken an ‘important step’ by travelling to England to meet colleagues, according to reports. The 52-year-old has left Ajax in order to get started at Old Trafford. And he’s set to bring two trusted assistants with him as he looks to win the Premier League title. Related articles Man Utd can replace Cavani on the cheap by targeting four bargains Ten Hag’s response after Man Utd are ‘offered Dest transfer' Manchester United confirmed last month that Ten Hag would be their new boss. And, now, The Athletic have claimed the … [Read more...] about Manchester United already happy with Erik ten Hag and ‘important step’ after Ajax exit

Man Utd: Berbatov questions whether Dybala would suit league Sign up HERE for the latest MUFC breaking news and transfer updates SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info As the summer transfer window creeps closer, Manchester United continue to be linked with Juventus striker Paulo Dybala. The Argentina international has decided to leave the Serie A giants behind after seven years with the Old Lady. And, if he does end up moving to Old Trafford, it will come three years after United agreed to sign him in a swap deal. Related articles Man Utd: Glazers look set to break transfer tradition for Ten Hag Paul Pogba worried about playing for Man Utd against Crystal Palace Back in 2019, United were planning … [Read more...] about Manchester United once ‘agreed’ a swap deal involving Juventus star Paulo Dybala

Yellowstone: Cole Hauser says he doesn’t want to know 'the end' Sign up for the big storylines FIRST , star interviews and exclusive access SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Jamie Dutton (played by Wes Bentley) faces an uncertain future in Yellowstone season five given the chaotic fourth run’s finale. Heading into the fifth series of the Paramount drama, Jamie is being blackmailed by adoptive sister Beth (Kelly Reilly) and is now completely under John Dutton’s ( Kevin Costner ) order after being caught in the act of dumping his biological father Garrett Randall’s (Will Patton) body. Related articles Yellowstone season 5 theory: Monica to help Jamie escape blackmail? Yellowstone cast share … [Read more...] about Yellowstone season 5 theory: Jamie to take over from Rip as fans expose key evidence