‘Conclave’ Has Become a Primer Into the Election of a New Pope
“Conclave,” an Oscar nominee, has provided a peek at the Vatican’s secret rituals at a time when the faithful are praying that life will not imitate art.
‘I’ve just changed my life’: ex-biker gang member books place at the Open
- Australian Ryan Peake served five years in jail for assault
- Former Rebels gang member wins New Zealand Open
Former motorcycle gang member Ryan Peake described his New Zealand Open triumph as a life-changing moment after victory booked his spot at the Open Championship.
The Australian claimed a one-shot win at Millbrook Resort in Queenstown, shooting a final-round 66 to finish on 23 under par. Peake’s victory comes after he served five years in prison for assault when he was a part of the Rebels biker gang.
Continue reading...Nigel Slater’s recipes for onion tart, and sweet potato, with miso and maple syrup dressing
Sticky onion tarts and sweet potatoes that can’t be rushed
There’s a pan of onions on the hob. Slices of fat, brown-skinned onions, now peeled and sliced and on their long, long journey from crisp, white and pungent to sweet, golden and soft enough to crush between thumb and forefinger.
I am not exaggerating when I say the process is slow. Try to hurry, or forget the occasional stir, and your onions will end up hard and singed. Take your time and they will emerge sticky and golden, with the bonus of a thin layer of sweet goo on the bottom of the pan.
Continue reading...What Would the Church Say About End-of-Life Decisions for a Pope?
Francis has weighed in publicly before on ethics for end-of-life medical situations, but it is unknown whether he has made known his own wishes should he face such a crossroads.
Vesuvius Turned One Victim’s Brain to Glass
Heat from the eruption in A.D. 79 was so intense that it vitrified the brain tissue of one unfortunate Herculaneum resident, a new study confirms.
Mexico’s Response to Trump’s Tariffs: Troops, Cartels and China
Aiming to appease President Trump, Mexico is hitting China with tariffs, handing cartel leaders over to the United States and using C.I.A. intelligence to hunt down others.