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Business Insider
29-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Insider
A former 'Real Housewives' star just sold her waterfront home for a record-breaking $40 million. Take a look inside.
Dr. Nicole Martin, former star of "The Real Housewives of Miami," has sold her Coral Gables home. The seven-bed, nine-bathroom mansion has 435 feet of waterfront real estate. British pop legend Robbie Williams reportedly purchased it for $40 million. Have you ever wondered what it takes to hold a mojito alongside the stars of " Real Housewives of Miami"? In terms of real estate, it's simple: a $40 million waterfront mansion in one of the city's most exclusive suburbs. Dr. Nicole Martin, who starred on "RHOM" from 2021 to 2024 before stepping away due to postpartum anxiety, recently sold her 19,000-square-foot house she shared with fiancé Anthony Lopez. The property in Coral Gables, one of the US' most expensive neighborhoods, was on the market for just three days before selling for a cool $40 million, reported. Martin was represented by Dennis Carvajal of ONE Sotheby's International Realty. The home isn't leaving the Bravo family, though. Per reports, "Housewives" fan Robbie Williams purchased the property. The New York Post reported the sale set a record for Old Cutler Bay, as the price comes out to $5,000 per square foot. That's not too shabby for Martin and Lopez, who purchased the home in 2022 for $21.5 million with the intention of doing a gut renovation. Here's a closer look at the home. The mansion is in the Old Cutler neighborhood of Coral Gables, around 13 miles south of Miami. At over 19,000 square feet, the home has seven bedrooms, seven full bathrooms, and two half-baths. But the real draw is the 435 feet of waterfront property. There's even a 75-foot dock for any boating needs. Let's check out the inside. The house was built in 2016, but it was completely remodeled in 2025. The interior is almost all-white, including this family room with an in-wall TV. The family room is attached to a bar and lounge. It's a perfect spot for entertaining. There's also a more formal living room with a fireplace. The kitchen continues the all-white aesthetic. It includes three Sub-Zero refrigerators. As we make our way toward the backyard, there's plenty of indoor/outdoor seating to beat the heat. There's also a large resort-style pool at the edge of the property. This looks like it could be a five-star hotel. There's also a full gym attached to an 18-car garage. Unfortunately, the Porsche is not included. If you want to live like a Bravo star, all it takes is $40 million — and the ability to stir up drama, of course.
Yahoo
12-02-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Here's how long eggs stay fresh in the fridge, cooked or frozen, plus tips amid bird flu fears
As avian flu continues to spread across the U.S., wiping out egg-laying chicken flocks and creating a shift in consumer habits, grocery stores have reported dwindling supplies and skyrocketing prices on the fragile protein source. More than 150 million poultry birds have been killed across the U.S. since 2022, part of an effort to limit the spread of H5N1 bird flu, outbreaks of which have been identified in both commercial and backyard flocks in multiple states, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. That culling has impacted grocery store supplies, prompting a rise in prices and, in some cases, limits on egg purchases. While some shoppers have gone in search of egg alternatives, others have chosen instead to buy ahead or stockpile where possible. Whether you buy eggs by the five-dozen family-sized packs at Costco -- which along with other major retailers has implemented purchase limits -- and are left scratching your head about the best way to store eggs for maximum shelf life or are simply curious about how long eggs actually last in the fridge or what you should know about consuming eggs during the H5 bird flu outbreak, "Good Morning America" has you covered. In addition to egg laying chickens, hundreds of dairy cow herds have also been impacted by H5 bird flu, and reports have emerged of bird flu virus fragments found in milk products. Despite this, experts from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, as well as the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service, say the risk of bird flu to the general public is still low and that they're "confident in the safety of the food supply." Health officials have also reiterated that when eggs are stored and cooked properly, risk of H5 bird flu infection through the food chain is "extremely low." The USDA's FSIS, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, and Agricultural Research Service "have completed multiple studies to confirm that poultry and eggs that are properly prepared and cooked are safe to eat," the agency stated in a press release on Jan. 17. Dr. Nicole Martin, an assistant research professor in dairy foods microbiology in the department of food science at Cornell University in New York, told ABC News that "pasteurization has been shown to be very effective at eliminating the virus from milk." She added that "on the poultry and egg side, [there is] very low risk that eggs make it to the marketplace with the avian flu." Most egg cartons sold in stores get stamped with a "best if used by" or "best before" date for stores to control and rotate inventory. The FSIS explains on its website that the printed "expiration date" is there so consumers know how long the eggs will be at their highest quality and best taste when stored in ideal conditions. MORE: Egg cooking questions answered! Hard-boiled to pan fried and other tips and tricks Eggs purchased at the store should be brought straight home and refrigerated immediately at 40 degrees or colder, the USDA states, adding that eggs should be kept in their carton and placed "in the coldest part of the refrigerator, not in the door." Typically, the coldest part of the fridge is lower shelves and towards the back of the unit. Due to risk of bacteria growth and salmonella, don't leave store-bought eggs out of the refrigerator for more than 2 hours. Any bacteria present in an egg can multiply quickly at room temperature, according to the USDA. When a cold egg sweats at room temperature, it can cause bacteria to move into the egg and spread more easily. Because bacteria can enter eggs through cracks in the shell, the USDA says to never purchase an egg that's cracked. "If eggs crack on the way home from the store, break them into a clean container, cover it tightly, keep refrigerated, and use within two days," the agency states. "If eggs crack during hard cooking, they are safe. Remember that all eggs should be thoroughly cooked." Despite a "best by" or "packed on" date -- or if you have a couple extra eggs out of their carton in the fridge and don't remember when they got there -- this sink or float test is a good baseline to determine if an egg is still fresh. First, fill a bowl with enough cold water to cover the egg, and gently lower the egg in. If it sinks to the bottom and stays on its side, the egg is very fresh, according to The Spruce Eats, the food publication that regularly tests common kitchen and cooking tricks like this one. An egg that sinks to the bottom but floats on an angle or upright is slightly older but still safe to eat. Eggs that float completely should be discarded as they're too old to safely consume, The Spruce Eats notes. As eggs age, the shell becomes more porous so more air is able to flow through and can create a larger air pocket between the egg membrane and shell. That small sack of air, once large enough, is what makes the egg float. Cooked eggs and dishes made with eggs should be eaten immediately after cooking. They can also be stored in a shallow container for quick cooling and then refrigerated for later use within three to four days. When it comes to hard boiled eggs, the USDA states that the shell's protective coating, or "bloom," which is produced by a hen when it lays an egg, gets washed away "leaving bare the pores in the shell for bacteria to enter and contaminate it." For that reason, the USDA recommends hard-cooked eggs be refrigerated within two hours of cooking and used within a week. Because farm stands and farmers aren't bound by the same USDA requirements to be washed, these eggs are often sold unrefrigerated and protected by their bloom. According to The Happy Chicken Coop -- an online publication and "group of chicken enthusiasts from around the world who have been raising chickens in their backyards for decades" -- farm fresh eggs can be left unrefrigerated for up to a month, though after that, should be stored in a refrigerator, where they can be kept for up to six months. Yes, you can freeze eggs, just not in their shell because they will expand and break. So if you know you won't finish an entire carton before the expiration, this is a great way to cut down on food waste. According to The American Egg Board, there is a simple way to freeze eggs. Crack the eggs into a bowl, gently whisk until whites and yolks are combined (not so much that air is introduced), and pour the eggs into an ice cube tray to freeze in individual servings. One cube is approximately half an egg. Once the cubes are frozen solid, transfer from the tray into a freezer-friendly, air-tight plastic bag. Chef Jürgen David, director of pastry R&D at the Institute of Culinary Education, told "Good Morning America" that he suggests separating the whites from the yolks first "because many pastry applications call for just yolks or an unequal amount of yolks and whites." Gently beat the yolks until it forms a liquid and freeze and store as explained in the first method. One cube equals two egg yolks. For the whites, pour directly into an ice cube tray, then freeze and store accordingly. Frozen eggs keep best for two to three months, but can last up to a year in the freezer. When ready to use the frozen eggs, thaw them in the refrigerator overnight or under running cold water and use them as intended. Here's how long eggs stay fresh in the fridge, cooked or frozen, plus tips amid bird flu fears originally appeared on
Yahoo
06-02-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
As bird flu spreads, what is the risk from eggs and milk?
As bird flu continues to spread across the United States, questions have emerged about the risk of contracting the virus from milk and eggs. More than 150 million poultry birds have been killed in an attempt to combat the virus, known as H5N1, which has caused egg prices to soar and supply to be limited. Additionally, hundreds of dairy cow herds have been affected, and reports have emerged of bird flu virus fragments found in milk products. MORE: US dairy cows infected with 2nd form of bird flu for the 1st time: USDA Health experts tell ABC News that the risk of bird flu to the general public is still low and it's unlikely that eggs or milk products available in stores are contaminated with bird flu, but there are steps people can take to mitigate their risk. "The risk to the public to contract bird flu from items that they get in the grocery store is exceptionally low," Dr. Nicole Martin, an assistant research professor in dairy foods microbiology in the department of food science at Cornell University in New York, told ABC News. "We know that pasteurization has been shown to be very effective at eliminating the virus from milk. ... And then on the poultry and egg side, [there is] very low risk that eggs make it to the marketplace with the avian flu." Government regulations currently require egg processors to wash and sanitize eggs that are graded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture to remove germs from the shell. Additionally, some pasteurized eggs are available in grocery stores as long as the processor has approved the process with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Even if bird flu manages to make its way into an egg, "the normal cooking process would kill that virus," Dr. David Cennimo, an associate professor of medicine at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, told ABC News. "So, the only theoretical risk is if you're eating raw or undercooked eggs, and again, the flocks are being monitored for bird flu." Once bird flu is detected in poultry or a bird species, the only way to stop the virus from spreading further is to de-populate, or cull, the entire flock. MORE: US dairy cows infected with 2nd form of bird flu for the 1st time: USDA Dr. Cameron Wolfe, a professor of infectious diseases at Duke University in North Carolina, told ABC News the eggs related to that culled flock are then discarded. However, he said it's unclear how recently the eggs would need to have been laid to be discarded. "If you find today that your flock is affected, and this week we're going to cull that flock and we'll take the eggs out, I don't know how far you can go back to understand which eggs might have been affected," he said. "But we do take them out of circulation." Experts say most milk products present little risk, due to the process of pasteurization. Pasteurization involves heating liquids to a high temperature for a short time to kill harmful viruses and bacteria. Pasteurized dairy products, such as yogurt and cheese, are also deemed safe. In April 2024, reports emerged of bird flu fragments found in samples of pasteurized milk. However, because the commercial milk supply undergoes pasteurization, the fragments are inactive remnants of the virus and cannot cause infection. "Pasteurization has been shown to completely kill the virus, so the normal milk that you're buying off a shelf in the grocery store that is pasteurized is safe," Cennimo said. "So I wouldn't worry about that either." However, unpasteurized milk, or raw milk, could be dangerous The FDA has previously warned of the dangers of drinking raw milk, which does not undergo pasteurization The agency currently considers consuming unpasteurized milk and milk products a "high-risk choice." "With the avian influenza virus that's currently circulating in dairy cattle in the United States, the raw milk itself has a very high concentration of this virus," Martin said. "And so what we know is that there have been many demonstrated cases of animals becoming ill and dying from drinking this contaminated milk." Martin said there is not a clear indication if any humans have become ill from drinking contaminated raw milk but there is no intervention strategy to reduce the virus in raw dairy products without pasteurization. The experts say that freezing is ineffective when it comes to killing bird flu. MORE: US dairy cows infected with 2nd form of bird flu for the 1st time: USDA Many pathogens can actually survive at low or freezing temperatures, including H5N1. Cennimo said one way to think about this is when someone travels to a country and they receive health advice to not drink the water in that country. "If you've gotten good travel advice, they'll tell you, 'Don't drink anything with ice in it,' because the ice cubes are things that are infected because they were made by local water," he said. "So that just shows you right there, a literal ice cube can harbor bacteria. So freezing meat or eggs or whatever is not going to help. As far as we know, freezing does not inactivate influenza." ABC News' Youri Benadjaoud contributed to this report. As bird flu spreads, what is the risk from eggs and milk? originally appeared on
