Troy Warren

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25
2021
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NATIONAL STRAWBERRY PARFAIT DAY

NATIONAL STRAWBERRY PARFAIT DAY

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Troy Warren for CNT   NATIONAL STRAWBERRY PARFAIT DAY National Strawberry Parfait Day on June 25th comes around each year during the perfect time – peak strawberry season.  In fact, parfait is French for perfect. The traditional parfait is a dessert of ice cream or frozen custard layered with fruit and whipped cream in a tall stemmed glass. An additional topping of whipped cream garnishes the dessert. Today, we often replace the ice cream with yogurt or pudding and layers of granola.   Strawberries are not only in season during June, but they are also an excellent source of Vitamin C, folic acid,…
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Jun
25
2021
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Royal Caribbean Reports Positive COVID-19 Cases Onboard Adventure of the Seas

Royal Caribbean Reports Positive COVID-19 Cases Onboard Adventure of the Seas

COVID-19, Travel, , ,
JANEEN CHRISTOFF | TravelPulse.Com Troy Warren for CNT   Royal Caribbean has found two cases of COVID-19 onboard Adventure of the Seas, which is currently sailing out of the Bahamas. The two cases were found during routine testing before their return home to the U.S. The passengers were immediately quarantined, according to a statement from the cruise line. One of the guests is asymptomatic while the other is showing mild symptoms. Both guests were under the age of 16 and unvaccinated. Their immediate travel party were all vaccinated and have all tested negative. Close contacts of the group have all been identified…
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Jun
25
2021
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BuzzFeed Going Public, Valued At $1.5B In SPAC Merger

BuzzFeed Going Public, Valued At $1.5B In SPAC Merger

Business, Digital,
BY ALEX WEPRIN | HollywoodReporter.Com Troy Warren for CNT The digital media company, merging with a blank check firm named after the headquarters of Marvel's Avengers, plans to use the fresh cash to acquire Complex Networks. Digital media giant BuzzFeed is merging with a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) and going public in a bid to roll up and consolidate some of the digital media industry. The deal will value the company at $1.5 billion. The company says that it has agreed to merge with 890 5th Avenue Partners, a SPAC which raised $250 million in an IPO earlier this year. 890 5th…
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Jun
25
2021
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RECIPE: Make J. Alexander’s Not Your Ordinary Macaroni and Cheese

RECIPE: Make J. Alexander’s Not Your Ordinary Macaroni and Cheese

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By C.W. Cameron / For the AJC Troy Warren for CNT I would love to have the recipe for J. Alexander’s Not Your Ordinary Macaroni and Cheese. I hope they will share their recipe with all of us. — Jennifer Mesaros, Alpharetta J. Alexander’s corporate executive chef James Filaroski was happy to provide the recipe for this rich version of macaroni and cheese. One of the things that makes this recipe qualify as “not your ordinary” is the ratio of sauce to pasta. No dry macaroni here. This is also a recipe that lends itself to make-ahead preparation. Prepare the sauce…
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Jun
25
2021
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When do I still need to wear a mask?

When do I still need to wear a mask?

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By The Associated Press Troy Warren for CNT It depends, mostly on whether or not you’re vaccinated. If you’re fully vaccinated, the latest guidance from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says you no longer need to wear a mask or physically distance in most situations. That includes when you’re outside and in many indoor spaces like restaurants, though you still need to follow any local or business rules. Americans also still need a mask when traveling, including on buses, subways and planes and at airports. The guidance on masks will differ by country. Some experts say the CDC…
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Jun
25
2021
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UPS zeroes in on most profitable packages to deliver

UPS zeroes in on most profitable packages to deliver

Business, In The News,
By Kelly Yamanouchi, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Troy Warren for CNT With more goods being delivered to doorsteps by an increasing number of companies, shipping giant UPS is zeroing in on the most profitable types of deliveries and customers. “UPS operates in a large and growing marketplace,” said CEO Carol Tomé said during an investor presentation Tuesday The company aims to bring in $98 billion to $102 billion in revenue in 2023, up from $84.6 billion last year. Meanwhile, the small package delivery industry worldwide is expected to bring in $600 billion a year by 2023, up from $452 billion in 2020. “Our focus is…
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Jun
25
2021
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Court suspends Rudy Giuliani’s law license over false election claims

Court suspends Rudy Giuliani’s law license over false election claims

In The News, Politics,
By The Associated Press Troy Warren for CNT An appeals court suspended Rudy Giuliani from practicing law in New York because he made false statements while trying to get courts to overturn Donald Trump’s loss in the presidential race. An attorney disciplinary committee said in its motion to suspend Giuliani’s license that there was “uncontroverted evidence” that Giuliani had made false statements to the courts, the public and lawmakers as he pushed theories that the election was stolen through fraud. “This country is being torn apart by continued attacks on the legitimacy of the 2020 election and of our current president,…
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Jun
24
2021
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Another ‘The Blacklist’ Shake-Up as Series Creator Exits NBC Drama

Another ‘The Blacklist’ Shake-Up as Series Creator Exits NBC Drama

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BY LESLEY GOLDBERG | HollywoodReporter.Com Troy Warren for CNT Jon Bokenkamp had served as co-showrunner for all eight seasons, with the news coming a day after star Megan Boone signed off.  The Blacklist is losing another integral member of its team. A day after female lead Megan Boone departed the series after an eight-season run, creator Jon Bokenkamp announced that he, too, would not be back for the NBC drama’s previously announced ninth season. NBC and producers Sony TV confirmed his departure. “[I]t’s been an incredible journey, but after eight years I feel it’s time for me to step out of my comfort zone and try…
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