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Why is Victoria's Secret being slammed? Lingerie giant signs Doja Cat as headliner for rebooted fashion show
Why is Victoria's Secret being slammed? Lingerie giant signs Doja Cat as headliner for rebooted fashion show
'Nobody's gonna support them if she's the face of their campaign or whatever'
2023-08-04 20:29
Russian, Turkish ministers talk after Turkey sends Ukrainian commanders home
Russian, Turkish ministers talk after Turkey sends Ukrainian commanders home
The foreign ministers of Russia and Turkey spoke by telephone on Sunday, a day after Ankara angered Moscow
2023-07-10 00:15
West Village stabbing - live: Multiple people injured in attack near NYC’s Magnolia Bakery
West Village stabbing - live: Multiple people injured in attack near NYC’s Magnolia Bakery
Multiple people have been injured in a stabbing in New York City’s West Village that took place on Thursday morning, reports say. Initial reports suggest that the incident occurred outside the famous Magnolia Bakery on the corner of W11th Street and Bleecker Street in the heart of the wealthy neighbourhood on the west side of Manhattan. It is not clear how many people have been injured in the stabbing, but their injuries are not believed to be life-threatening. Reports on the Citizen app indicate that police quickly apprehended a suspect shortly after releasing a brief description of him as an African American male in a navy shirt and gold chain. More follows...
2023-07-27 23:22
The most unhygienic things in your kitchen revealed – and how to get them clean
The most unhygienic things in your kitchen revealed – and how to get them clean
It’s likely there are countless things in your kitchen which look clean, but actually, they’re filthy. Could your dishcloths be making you sick? When was the last time you washed your tea towels? And do we really need to bleach the sink more than once a month? We asked an expert to find out. Knobs, door handles, and buttons The buttons and dials on your kitchen appliances could be a germ-fest. “People often neglect to clean these areas of the kitchen,” says Danielle Mason, a cleaning content creator – or ‘cleanfluencer’ – who creates tutorials and videos on TikTok and Instagram. “Most of the time, they don’t think it is important, but as you’re commonly handling raw meat and food, it’s extremely important to keep these areas clean, due to cross-contamination. “Always sanitise with a cloth – I like to do this with Zoflora, as it leaves a great smell afterwards, and kills bacteria from dirty fingers.” Cloths If what you clean with isn’t clean, chances are, your kitchen isn’t either. “I always leave my cloth to soak in bleach before going to bed every night,” says Mason. “This enables a new start in the morning with no bacteria. Also, make sure you’re replacing the cloths – I would suggest a new one every two weeks, whilst still bleaching every night. And make sure you’re not using this cloth on anything other than the kitchen, as you do not want to cross-contaminate.” Sponges Mason stresses sponges are unhygienic, as they’re constantly damp and can carry E. coli. “People tend not to use sponges, as they carry so many more germs, and even putting them in the microwave will not kill all of them. Avoid a sponge where possible.” Dish towels Dish towels and tea towels may not be changed anywhere near often enough. “You should have one for every day of the week, as they carry so many bacteria and germs, which get spread across the kitchen. If you’re drying pots and pans, and then wiping down your surfaces, it’s not good,” she says. Chopping boards Chopping boards – particularly wooden ones – could be a haven for bacteria. “You should have a different colour for different types of food, one for meat, fruit, and other foods,” advises Mason. “The best way to clean them is in a dishwasher, as it’s good to get rid of all the germs due to the very high heat. If you don’t like the dishwasher, then boil the kettle water and leave the chopping boards to soak in it. I use a steam cleaner on mine, as it kills 99.9% bacteria and there are no chemicals.” It is best to avoid wooden chopping boards altogether, as these cleaning methods may damage them. Kitchen sink “This is a massive breeder of bacteria and grime; a distinct microbiome is found in sinks. “The plumbing area found beneath sinks revealed microbial communities dominated by a group of bacteria called Proteobacteria. This phylum includes pathogens such as Salmonella and E. coli, which can cause serious disease,” Mason shares. “I’ve always been taught never to wash my hands in the sink, and to never throw dirty water down the sink. You wash your cups and plates in the sink and prepare food, so it should always be kept clean, and nothing from outside the kitchen should cross-contaminate that. For example, never wash your floors and put dirty water in your kitchen sink, always throw it down the toilet.” How do you possibly clean the inside of your sink and drains? “Baking soda and vinegar is the best way to clean your sink out, or bleach, but you must be careful with bleach, as it can stay in the bottom of your sink, depending on the material it’s made of. I clean my sink out every day.” Pipes and cupboards around your sink could be leading you to have a rodent problem. “You can prevent mice and rodents from entering the kitchen by covering any small crevices or cracks. It is also important to repair leaks as soon as they happen, as they can come through the pipes,” she says. Fridges “Deep clean [your fridge] every two months. A normal cleaning – the wiping of shelves – should be done every other day with soapy water. For any bad smells, use baking soda, which will absorb the smell from the fridge,” Mason continues. “The fridge is a breeding ground for salmonella, E. Coli and other bacteria.” Bins Where you throw your waste away could be a breeding ground for germs. “Make sure you keep [outdoor] rubbish bins away from your house, and make sure you empty your bin as soon as it’s full,” advises Mason. “I personally do not keep a bin in the kitchen, I use a bag and I take that out by the end of the day, but if you are using a bin, make sure you bleach it with hot kettle water, to keep it smelling fresh.” Read More Charity boss speaks out over ‘traumatic’ encounter with royal aide Ukraine war’s heaviest fight rages in east - follow live Laura Whitmore: I feel unsafe as a woman Meet the professional cuddler charging £70-an-hour to hug ‘the big spoons in life’ New warnings about ‘concerning’ rise in at-home cosmetic dentistry
2023-07-27 14:19
Paraguay president-elect says committed to Taiwan, pitches investment
Paraguay president-elect says committed to Taiwan, pitches investment
TAIPEI Paraguay President-elect Santiago Pena said on Wednesday that he is committed to a relationship with Taiwan as
2023-07-12 14:54
French Open hopes AI can help tennis players block death threats, other social media hate
French Open hopes AI can help tennis players block death threats, other social media hate
The group that runs the French Open tennis tournament has hired an artificial intelligence company to monitor players' social media accounts in a bid to try to protect athletes from cyberbullying
2023-06-01 18:19
Scott Johnson: Gay US student's killer jailed for 1988 manslaughter
Scott Johnson: Gay US student's killer jailed for 1988 manslaughter
A student's body was found at the base of cliffs amid a spate of attacks on gay men.
2023-06-08 15:22
On a US tour, Ukrainian faith leaders plead for continued support against the Russian invasion
On a US tour, Ukrainian faith leaders plead for continued support against the Russian invasion
A bishop from Ukraine has a succinct message for Americans: “Please, hear our cry.”
2023-11-01 00:28
India LGBTQ wedding sparks controversy in Punjab
India LGBTQ wedding sparks controversy in Punjab
The marriage was solemnised in a Sikh temple, with the couple performing all traditional rituals.
2023-09-26 08:50
Join the military, become a US citizen: Uncle Sam wants you and vous and tu
Join the military, become a US citizen: Uncle Sam wants you and vous and tu
The U.S. military has struggled to overcome recruiting shortfalls and as a way to try to address that problem, it's stepping up efforts to sign up immigrants
2023-06-11 19:28
Kroger to pay up to $1.2 billion to US states and subdivisions in opioid settlement
Kroger to pay up to $1.2 billion to US states and subdivisions in opioid settlement
Kroger on Friday said it would pay up to $1.2 billion to U.S. states and subdivisions and $36
2023-09-08 20:55
Gwendlyn Brown believes 'Sister Wives' fame fueled dad Kody Brown's shift towards being 'more patriarchal'
Gwendlyn Brown believes 'Sister Wives' fame fueled dad Kody Brown's shift towards being 'more patriarchal'
Gwendlyn Brown upset with Kody Brown's choice of words, voiced her dissatisfaction with him labeling her mother and stepmothers as 'chicks'
2023-05-27 12:46