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Fiber is essential for overall health, promoting feelings of fullness, helping to regulate blood sugar and cholesterol levels, and supporting digestion and gut health.  Among the richest sources of fiber are pears, with a medium-sized fruit offering about six grams—roughly 20 percent of the Daily Value (DV), based on the recommended intake of 28 grams per day for adults. But plenty of other foods pack even more fiber per serving than pears. Here are 10 of them. Fiber Content: 10 grams per one cup canned or 35% of the DV Health Benefits: Chickpeas offer an impressive amount of fiber, but…

It was unclear when Maj. Gen. Mohammed al-Ghomari was killed, or by whom, but Israel appeared to claim the killing. Source link

On Tuesday, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) gave a recall of over 6 million eggs the highest risk level—Class I. Some of the recalled eggs, produced by the Black Sheep Egg Company of Arkansas, tested positive for seven strains of Salmonella, including several that can cause foodborne illness. The Class I status means there’s a “reasonable probability” that eating the recalled eggs may cause “serious adverse health consequences or death.” The FDA initially announced the egg recall on Sept. 29 and has since updated it with the risk level and additional products. The total list of affected products from…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Apple has officially launched iOS 26, and with it comes a fresh look and one standout new feature: the Preview app. If you’ve updated your iPhone and noticed a new icon that looks like it belongs on a Mac, you’re not imagining things. Preview has finally arrived on iOS, and it’s more useful than you might think. Many iPhone users have long wanted an easier way to edit, annotate and scan documents without relying on third-party tools. Now, Apple’s built-in Preview app fills that gap, combining features from the Files app, Markup…

The blaze and arrests of protesters highlight the strife in the country, whose longtime president faced rare electoral opposition. Source link

He was one of the most pivotal public figures in Kenya. He died this week after fighting against tribalism for decades. Source link

Though Pyongyang has largely pulled its soldiers off the front lines in Ukraine, it is expanding the types of ammunition it supplies to Russia. Source link

Getty ImagesGreece’s parliament has approved a contested labour bill that would allow 13-hour workdays, despite fierce opposition and nationwide strikes.The government said it will modernise Greek labour laws, but a spokesperson for the left-wing opposition Syriza party called the bill a “legislative monstrosity”.Under the new law, annual overtime is also capped at 150 hours, and the standard 40-hour week remains in place.The government insists that the longer workday is optional, only affects the private sector, and can only be applied up to 37 days a year.Thursday’s vote was backed by MPs from the ruling centre-right New Democracy party, with centre-left…

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas has said a planned anti-drone system should be “fully operational by the end of 2027″, as part of a drive to toughen defences against Russia and be fully prepared for possible conflict by 2030.”Drones are already redefining warfare. Having drone defences is no longer optional for anyone,” Kallas said, referring to Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine and fears that Moscow may attack the EU.The “defence roadmap” by the European Commission also proposes strengthening the EU’s eastern borders and creating European air and space “shields”.Several European countries have faced repeated incursions into their airspace and…

Unresolved issues — mainly over the exchange of hostage and prisoner remains — threaten to destabilize the fragile agreement. Source link

If you’re looking for a portable, sweet, quick and easy pre-workout snack, you can’t beat bananas. Bananas provide energy in the form of carbs, plus vitamins and minerals to help you power through your workout. But what actually happens in your body when you eat a banana before exercising?  Here’s what eating a banana before a workout does inside your body, plus when to eat bananas for the best results. When you eat a banana, your body breaks it down into its individual parts, using it for fuel and more.  Digestion, or the process of your body breaking down foods…

Joshua Plotnik worked to prevent deadly encounters between people and elephants. Then the funding froze. Source link

Packed with potassium and vitamins A and C, sweet potatoes are as nutritious as they are versatile. With the season in full swing, here’s how dietitians said they recommend preparing them for maximum health benefits. Compared to many vegetables, sweet potatoes are rich in carbohydrates, containing around 9 grams of sugar in a medium-sized spud. But if you’re looking to reduce a potential blood sugar spike—especially if you have prediabetes or type 2 diabetes—boiling them may help, said Seema Shah, MPH, MS, RD. “Boiling sweet potatoes can lower their glycemic index,” she explained, referring to the rate at which a…

Joshua Plotnick worked to prevent deadly encounters between people and elephants. Then the funding froze. Source link

AFP via Getty ImagesSébastien Lecornu has had a turbulent start to his job, having resigned last week as prime minister before being reappointedFrance’s new prime minister, Sébastien Lecornu, has bought himself breathing space after winning two no-confidence motions tabled by the opposition.In the tightest vote, a motion sponsored by the far left fell 18 votes short of the 289 needed to bring him down. It means that after just five days in office, Lecornu has survived a first major ordeal in parliament and can now focus on the task of passing the 2026 budget.Any relief for the prime minister is…

Clashes between anti-government protesters and riot police in the Peruvian capital, Lima, have left a 32-year-old man dead and more than 100 people injured, including many police officers.The protests come less than a week after José Jerí was sworn in as the interim president following the impeachment of his predecessor in office, Dina Boluarte.Wednesday’s demonstrations were organised by mainly young Peruvians who demand that the country’s political class do more to combat high levels of crime and corruption. President Jerí said the protest had been infiltrated by criminals set on causing chaos and launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding…

Period cramps (dysmenorrhea) happen when muscles in the uterus, the organ that helps with menstruation, pregnancy, and childbirth, contract (tighten and relax) before and during your period. Hormone changes during your menstrual cycle or conditions such as endometriosis, where uterine tissue grows outside of the uterus, can cause period cramps. If you’re experiencing period cramps, there are several options available that can help. Most home remedies work well on their own for period cramp relief by relaxing the uterine muscles. Some options include: Use a heating pad: Hot water bottles and heating pads are great options to use at home to…

The government subtly rebuffed the president’s comments that it would stop buying Russian oil, as it tries to avoid a public fight and end a trade dispute with Washington. Source link

President Donald Trump has said Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has agreed to stop buying Russian oil, as the US seeks to put economic pressure on the Kremlin to end the war in Ukraine.Trump told reporters he had received assurances from Modi that India would halt its purchases “within a short period of time”, which he called “a big stop”.The US president has sought to leverage India’s purchases of Russian oil in his trade war, but Delhi has so far resisted.Reacting to the Trump remarks, an Indian government spokesman said discussions were “ongoing” with the US administration which had “shown…

Ceremonies took place on Thursday to commemorate two years since the surprise attack on southern Israel, according to the Jewish calendar. Source link

Five men have been arrested on suspicion of running crypto scams that may have cost victims more than £1m.Detectives from the Met Police’s economic crime team said the scams allegedly involved several websites claiming to offer pre-sale investment opportunities in new cryptocurrencies. Investors were promised cash returns that could more than double in value when listed on major exchanges, according to the police.However, the websites rarely had any intention to list them on exchange websites and could not guarantee returns in cash, the Met said.A London-based “boiler room” operation was then suspected of making follow-up calls to victims to encourage…

Untere Schleuse wooden bridge in Thun, Switzerland.Education Images | Universal Images Group | Getty ImagesSwitzerland’s government on Thursday cut its 2026 economic forecast for the country, citing the Trump administration’s punitive tariffs as a “heavy burden” on its industries.Officials held their forecast for the Swiss economy to expand by 1.3% this year, but noted that this level of economic growth was “significantly below-average” for the country. For next year, they are now forecasting gross domestic product (GDP) growth will slow to 0.9% – down from a previous 2026 forecast of 1.2% growth.”Higher U.S. tariffs have further clouded the outlook for…

Uruguay has legalised euthanasia, becoming the first country in Latin America to pass a law that allows assisted suicide.The Dignified Death bill was passed in the senate on Wednesday, with 20 out of 31 legislators present voting in favour.The bill allows mentally sound adults in the terminal stage of an irreversible disease to choose euthanasia to be performed by a healthcare professional.Uruguay has a history of passing socially liberal laws, legalising marijuana, same-sex marriage and abortion long before many others.While the 10-hour debate was mostly respectful, some onlookers watching the debate cried out “murderers” after the bill passed.”Public opinion is…

Chinese state media is rallying the public and posting old propaganda footage, but officials are also careful to leave room for talks with President Trump. Source link