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Time of India
09-05-2025
- General
- Time of India
National Butterscotch Brownie Day: The sweetest excuse to ditch your diet
Look, we're not saying you should throw your fitness tracker out the window today, but if there's ever been a cheat day the universe wants you to take, May 9 is that glorious, caramel-kissed moment. It's National Butterscotch Brownie Day — the unsung hero of dessert holidays — and it's the perfect time to loosen that belt and indulge in fudgy, golden deliciousness that tastes like a warm hug from your mom. There's no official birth certificate for the butterscotch brownie, but legend has it they emerged in American kitchens sometime in the mid-20th century. Possibly by accident — which, let's be honest, is how most great food was invented. Someone probably ran out of chocolate chips and had to improvise with brown sugar and butter. Operation Sindoor Operation Sindoor: Several airports in India closed - check full list Did Pak shoot down Indian jets? What MEA said India foils Pakistan's attack on Jammu airport: What we know so far And bless that person, because the result is a soft, chewy square of gold that makes your tastebuds throw a dance party. Fast-forward to today, and these are finally getting the spotlight they deserve — with a whole national day dedicated to their gooey greatness. In a world of emails, traffic jams, unread texts, and social media doomscrolling, the universe is practically begging us to slow down and treat ourselves. What better way to celebrate life's tiny pleasures than with a golden, buttery square of joy? Plus, think of the benefits: Mood boost: Butterscotch brownies don't judge. They understand. Social currency: Bring a tray of these to work and become Employee of the Month. Self-care: You deserve joy. And maybe a second brownie. Okay fine, a third. Sweet nostalgia: One bite takes you back to your mom's kitchen circa 1998. What makes them so addictive? It's that perfect trifecta: butter, brown sugar, and a touch of vanilla. When baked just right, it's chewy at the edges, soft in the middle, and smells like heaven moved into your oven. Optional (but highly encouraged) add-ins include white chocolate chips, toasted pecans, sea salt sprinkles, and a drizzle of caramel that'll make your dentist weep. Pro tip: Use dark brown sugar for deeper flavor. And don't overbake them — unless you enjoy chewing cardboard with hints of sadness. How to celebrate National Butterscotch Brownie Day Whether you're a seasoned baker or a microwave master, there's more than one way to honor the glorious day. Here are a few fun ideas: Break out your mixing bowls and treat your kitchen like the set of a TV show. Classic butterscotch brownie recipes are super easy and don't require anything fancy — just a love for butter and zero fear of calories. Invite your friends or coworkers and let everyone bring their own version of the butterscotch brownie. Award prizes for "Most Gooey," "Best Surprise Ingredient," and "So Good I Blacked Out While Eating It." Coffee? Yes. Bourbon? Even better. Vanilla ice cream? Now we're talking. Butterscotch brownies pair beautifully with rich, creamy, or slightly bitter drinks that complement their sweetness. Think espresso shots, chai lattes, or even a dark stout. Fun Butterscotch Brownie twists you need to try Butterscotch Brownie Cheesecake Bars: Because two desserts are better than one. Salted Caramel Swirl brownies: A salty-sweet punch to your face, in a good way. Espresso-Infused Butterscotch Brownies: For when dessert also needs to wake you up. Vegan or Gluten-Free Options: Yes, they exist. Yes, they're shockingly good. No, they don't taste like sadness. In the grand scheme of life, taking a day to celebrate a chewy square of brown sugar and buttery goodness might seem trivial. But isn't that the point? In a world that often moves too fast, National Butterscotch Brownie Day reminds us to slow down, savor, and take a bite out of something just because it makes us happy. So here's your permission slip to indulge. Bake it, eat it, share it, or hoard it — just don't let May 9 pass without at least one delicious, melt-in-your-mouth moment. Your soul (and your sweet tooth) will thank you. Happy Butterscotch Brownie Day! Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
The Hindu
21-04-2025
- General
- The Hindu
SCR to fence tracks at vulnerable locations to prevent trespass
South Central Railway (SCR) is planning to complete the fencing of track at identified vulnerable locations to minimise trespassing of cattle, vehicles so as to increase the trains speeds plus punctuality. SCR General Manager Arun Kumar Jain, on Monday (April 21), held a video conference with the six divisional railway managers — Secunderabad, Hyderabad, Vijayawada, Guntakal, Guntur and Nanded — at the Rail Nilayam where he was briefed about the progress of work which will also enhance safety. He called for special drives to be carried out by the officials/supervisors on precautions to be followed by the employees/contract workers while executing the track maintenance works and on loading/unloading activities etc. In view of summer, Mr. Jain also discussed on fire safety precautions to be strictly followed like ensuring sufficient quantity of fire safety equipment like fire extinguishers, smoke detecting devices and ensure proper working of fire alarm system in the trains and station premises. With regard to the crew working hours, the duty rosters of loco pilots, assistant loco pilots and guards should be prepared in a such manner that it minimizes their working hours and enables proper rest at a proper time. The crew lobbies/running rooms over the zone should be regularly checked, said the GM. He later gave away 'Employee of the Month' safety awards to six employees — three from Vijayawada Division, two from Secunderabad Division and one from Guntur Division — for showing alertness and taking swift action to prevent unsafe conditions. These employees were from categories like station masters, point mans, track maintainers and technicians. Mr. Jain has congratulated the awardees and appreciated them for the commitment in discharging their duties with utmost dedication, said a press release.
Yahoo
15-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Huckstep named Employee of the Month at correctional facility
Angela Huckstep has been named Employee of the Month for February at the Danville Correctional Facility. Huckstep works as an Account Tech I and has been employed in the business office since Feb. 1, 2024. 'Account Tech I Angela Huckstep had multiple nominations for Employee of the Month, all citing her positive attitude and willingness to go above and beyond her job duties to assist a coworker or complete a task given to her. She has stepped up and volunteered to take over large projects that have required a lot of time an attention, which she has complete efficiently and without complaint,' Warden Felicia Adkins said. 'She is determined, organized, and thorough when completing a task, and can be counted on to do things right. 'Ms. Huckstep is helpful, kind and is respected and admired by her peers. She is a positive addition to the Business Office and to the Danville Correctional Center.'
Yahoo
15-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Jessica Simpson Shared an Update on Her Eric Johnson Split During a Surprise Concert
Jessica Simpson is embracing her new chapter as a 'very single lady.' The 'I Wanna Love You Forever' singer has been hard at work in the recording studio amid her split from estranged husband Eric Johnson, and on Friday, she revealed how her breakup inspired her latest album as she made a surprise appearance at a music festival. Just days after performing at South by Southwest–her first concert in 15 years–Simpson opened up about her life being 'turned upside down' as stepped out in her second animal print look of the week. The Employee of the Month actress took to the stage at the Luck Reunion festival on Friday in a sleeveless animal print bustier dress with a sweetheart neckline–a similar look to the leopard print jumpsuit she wore at the airport a few days earlier. She styled the bold midi-length style with a low-slung silver and turquoise belt featuring an ornate buckle, a cream crochet cardigan, and statement turquoise rings and bracelets. Simpson topped off her look with layers of necklaces including a choker and a large ornamental silver and turquoise piece, middle-parted blonde waves, and a bronzed complexion. Ahead of the release of her first album in 16 tears, Nashville Canyon, Pt. 1, on March 21, Simpson performed "Use My Heart Against Me," "Leave," and "Sunday Lover' from her upcoming EP, as well as her Dukes of Hazzard cover of Nancy Sinatra's 'These Boots Are Made for Walkin'.' Her surprise appearance on Friday comes just hours after she debuted four new tracks at the Recording Academy's Austin Chapter Block Party on March 12. Simpson reportedly opened up about her marriage with Johnson during the show as she shared that her 'heart [was] wide open' while recording her upcoming album in Nashville. 'I was in a very intuitive state and I had asked some very personal questions on the home front and I found out that my world had been turned upside down and that life was now very different,' she told the crowd. 'You know, when we open our hearts, sometimes we're vulnerable and it just gets broken and maybe sometimes we forget that we've been broken for a really long time,' she added. Emphasizing that she was currently a 'very single lady,' Simpson revealed that she'd found healing by getting back into writing music. Before performing her son 'Leave,' which she introduced as a 'kind of a heartbreak, pissed-off song,' she shared, 'When we meet ourselves, when we write, when we sing, when we connect with ourselves, we find all the answers." Read the original article on InStyle
Ya Biladi
20-02-2025
- Ya Biladi
Gunman charged with murder of Moroccan delivery driver in Bronx shooting
A gunman has been charged with the murder of a 28-year-old Moroccan, New York police said on Tuesday. Jailyn Wagner was charged with second-degree murder and first-degree manslaughter after members of the NYPD's Violent Felony Squad descended on his home Monday morning, reports the New York Post. On July 23, Wagner shot Moroccan national Idriss Cherif El Farissy in the head outside his Bronx apartment building in New York, authorities said. Wagner was the son of a tenant who lived in the same building, according to El Farissy's fiancée, Maria. «This person has destroyed our family», Maria told The Post. El Farissy was shot as he was returning from work as a delivery driver. He had just parked his car when he encountered the shooter. «When he got to the house, I was with him on the phone, and he told me, 'Baby, I'm going to park the car. Let me hang up on you, just so that I can park, and I'm coming inside'», Maria recalled. «And I thought, like, OK, but by the time he hung up the phone and got out of the car, all I heard were shots outside the house». After the shooting, Wagner searched the victim's pockets before running away on a bike. El Farissy had been living in the U.S. since he was 17. He attended an international high school in New York before enrolling at Medgar Evers College, and later at Baruch College, where he obtained a bachelor's degree in finance. Hours before the murder, he visited his parents to say goodbye because he and Maria were planning an upcoming vacation. However, Papa John's, where he worked, called him in for help because they were short-staffed. The Moroccan previously worked as a provider contracts manager at Emblem Health for five years but later took a job as a delivery driver at Papa John's. At Papa John's, he was even named «Employee of the Month» twice.
