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Are boiled eggs good for you? Here's what experts have to say. by Caroline C. Boyle If you’re after a nutrient-dense breakfast, boiled eggs are a quick and easy way to pack in a few essential nutrients –from antioxidants to  B vitamins  to choline. Because you’re not adding extra oils or fats into the cooking process, boiled eggs are considered to be one of the healthiest kinds of eggs to eat, says  Jeremy O'Neal,  a board-certified specialist in obesity and weight management, and licensed dietitian nutritionist specialist in the UI Health  Bariatric Surgery Program . All around, boiled eggs are a low calorie, protein-rich food. What else is there to know about this  breakfast staple ? We asked the experts to break down all the nutrients found in boiled eggs, how much protein they  actually  contain and why (for most people) they’re a great food to incorporate into an everyday, balanced diet. How many calories in an egg? One large boi...
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  True Crime Sundays: “Rust” armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed released from prison after serving sentence for involuntary manslaughter“” by Raechal Shewfelt The weapons supervisor had been sentenced to 18 months behind bars in connection with the on-set death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, the armorer who was  convicted of involuntary manslaughter  in connection with the fatal shooting of cinematographer  Halyna Hutchins  on the set of the Western film  Rust , is no longer behind bars. New Mexico authorities confirmed to  Entertainment Weekly  that Gutierrez-Reed was released from prison Friday, after having been  sentenced to 18 months  in April 2024. As part of her parole, Gutierrez-Reed is required to report immediately to an officer in Bullhead City, Ariz., according to a parole certificate reviewed by EW. Her early release comes with stipulations including no contact with the victim's family...
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  7 most likely successors to Trump in 2028 by Caroline Vakil While President Trump says it’s too soon to back a successor for his party’s 2028 presidential nod, the jockeying and tea-leaf reading has begun in the search for the next GOP leader. The president himself suggested Vice President Vance and Secretary of State  Marco Rubio  are possible contenders. Trump’s eldest son,  Donald Trump Jr.,   suggested this past week  that he was keeping the door open to a possible run after his father leaves the White House, acknowledging “Maybe one day, you know, that calling is there.” Some swing state governors have also made moves that stoked speculation of presidential ambitions this cycle. Here are the seven most likely successors to Trump in 2028: Vice President Vance Talk of Vance as Trump’s heir apparent began as soon as the president named him his running mate last year. The former Trump critic-turned-acolyte was already a leading messenger of Tru...

Review: American Predator: The Hunt for the Most Meticulous Serial Killer of the 21st Century

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American Predator: The Hunt for the Most Meticulous Serial Killer of the 21st Century by Maureen Callahan My rating: 5 of 5 stars View all my reviews

Historical Tuesdays: THIS ABANDONED MCDONALD’S WAS ONCE A TARGET OF THE STRIP SEARCH PHONE CALL SCAM

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  Although this site might not boast centuries of architectural significance, it carries its own unique narrative. Once a busy McDonald’s that shuttered its doors in 2004, which coincidentally marked the 25th anniversary of the iconic Happy Meal, the story with this structure lies in an event that happened 10 years prior to its closure. During the late 1900s (or the 1990s; I just wanted wanted to make you feel older), something known as the Strip Search Phone Call Scam began happening around the country. The strip search phone call scam was a series of deceptive incidents that predominantly took place in the quieter, rural regions of the United States. Spanning over a decade from 1994 into the early 2000s, these unsettling events involved an unidentified male who would phone restaurants or grocery stores, posing convincingly as a law enforcement officer. With disturbing precision, he manipulated store managers into performing invasive strip searches on their employees and, in at l...

Opioid Crisis Fridays: Tragic Overdose in Kuna Reveals An Epidemic on the Rise in Idaho

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Main Photo: Ridley's Grocery Store in Kuna, Idaho. Photo courtesy of https://www.kunacity.id.gov by Parker   A tragic incident unfolded in the Ridley's parking lot in Kuna when an individual lost their life to a drug overdose. Police officers were on the scene in response to the distressing incident, and it wasn't long before this became a topic of discussion throughout the community. The news was posted on a popular Facebook Group,  Kuna Must Know , when a concerned member posted, "Everyone wondering about the cops in the Ridley’s parking lot in Kuna. person overdosed and died. Prayers for the family." The post quickly gained traction and prompted an outpouring of condolences for the family. We can learn 3 things from this tragedy, and from the comments on that post. Naloxone Accessibility and Education: Locals were advocating for free access to Naloxone, a life-saving medication that can reverse opioid overdoses, along with education on its use. Concerns About...

Travel Thursdays: The Enchanting Historical Park In Oregon Is One Of The Best Places To Enjoy Autumn

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Lewis and Clark National Historical Park by Sarah Vanbuskirk  There are many fabulous ways to celebrate autumn in Oregon. Hike through majestic forests or walk down neighborhood streets to revel in the vibrant colors of fall leaves. Or visit a pumpkin patch and get lost in a corn maze. Another great option is to revisit Oregon’s history at Lewis and Clark National Historical Park ! Why visit this park in the fall? Well, if you’re a history buff, you’ll know that Lewis and Clark and their Corps of Discovery crew were at Fort Clatsoff in the fall and winter months. So, you’ll get to experience a bit of what they did, particularly if it’s cold, wet, and windy! Located on the coast near Astoria in a temperate rainforest, the park also offers immense natural beauty. So, really this destination has it all: history, adventure, and nature all in one outing.Visiting the Lewis and Clark National Historical Park is great any time of year but in fall you get to experience it as the Le...