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 Margarita Forés’s lasting impact on the Philippine culinary scene is now being carried forward by her son, Amado, who shares her passion for food and deep respect for tradition and heritage. Jorge Amado Forés, nephew of a former Philippine senator, initially pursued political science at the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, Massachusetts, possibly following a path into politics. However, as his mother, the award-winning chef Margarita Forés, reflects, “The wind did not blow Mar’s way, and Amado did not get a chance to build a career in government.” Yet, beyond political influence, the bond between mother and son proved stronger, leading Amado toward a different passion—food. His journey into the culinary world unfolded gradually through three pivotal moments. First, after graduating, he worked at Jeepney, a Filipino restaurant in New York, where he was deeply involved in daily operations. “There, I discovered my passion,” he recalls. The second turning point came during a...

  1 Dead, 3 Injured in Plane Collision at Scottsdale Airport One person was killed in a crash involving two planes at Scottsdale Airport on Monday afternoon. Three others sustained injuries and were transported to nearby hospitals, while emergency crews worked to rescue a fifth victim trapped inside one of the aircraft. The crash occurred around 2:30 p.m., prompting the closure of the runway. The Scottsdale Fire Department responded with multiple fire trucks to the scene. Scottsdale Fire Capt. Dave Folio stated that the runway remained an active scene and that additional details would be released after 6 p.m. This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.

  No immediate damage was reported following the earthquake. The Cayman fault line, located near the Cayman Islands, marks the boundary between the North American and Caribbean tectonic plates. Powerful Earthquake Strikes Caribbean, Tsunami Threat Subsides A 7.6-magnitude earthquake struck between Honduras and the Cayman Islands in the Caribbean Sea on Saturday evening , prompting a tsunami advisory for Puerto Rico and nearby islands. Authorities warned of potential sea-level fluctuations and strong ocean currents , which could pose risks to boaters and beachgoers . However, no significant damage was reported in the immediate aftermath. Minimal Tsunami Impact Reported According to the U.S. National Tsunami Warning Center (NTWC) , the highest recorded sea-level rise was just 1.2 inches at an observation site on Isla Mujeres , a Mexican island off the Yucatán Peninsula. Despite the small increase, the event was still classified as a tsunami by experts. Widespread Tremors Felt ...

 Is Elon Musk's DOGE task force being granted unrestricted access to U.S. government computers, risking system failures and data leaks, as experts warn? Elon Musk's access to highly classified government data, including sensitive information collected about and from the American public, has become a major battleground in the rapidly evolving legal struggle over President Donald Trump’s efforts to drastically reshape the federal bureaucracy. Several lawsuits accuse the administration of violating privacy laws and other legal protections by allegedly permitting affiliates of Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to take control of highly restricted government IT systems. Judges have moved swiftly—sometimes scheduling hearings on short notice—to assess the extent of DOGE’s reach into the digital infrastructure that supports critical government functions. “We don’t have many facts beyond what’s been reported in the media,” Judge Colleen Kollar-Kotelly told administrat...

 Eight years ago this week, Steve Bannon appeared on Time magazine's cover—shortly before leaving the White House. Could it be Elon Musk’s turn now? Eight years ago this week, Time magazine ran a memorable cover story on Steve Bannon, posing a provocative question: “Is Steve Bannon the Second Most Powerful Man in the World?” At the time, Bannon was widely seen as the mastermind behind Donald Trump’s White House. Comedian Stephen Colbert quipped in April 2017, “Steve Bannon was removed from the National Security Council. No word on when he’ll step down from his role as president.” Trump, however, wasn’t amused. According to The New York Times , he was privately frustrated with the attention Bannon was receiving, particularly the “President Bannon” narrative pushed by the media. But what reportedly bothered him most was Time’s cover—a magazine he has long viewed as a measure of influence. (He even displayed a fake Time cover featuring himself at multiple properties worldwide.) By ...

  Prepare for Tax Season: Key Information for Filing Your 2024 Tax Return Filing your taxes might not be your favorite task, but preparing in advance can help you avoid unnecessary stress. When Are 2024 Taxes Due? The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) began accepting federal tax returns in late January. Federal income tax returns are due on Tuesday, April 15 . New York state income taxes are also due on April 15. To file for an extension on your federal income tax, taxpayers must submit Form 4868 by April 15. This grants an additional six months to complete your tax return, extending the deadline to Tuesday, October 15 . Tax returns can still be filed after April 15 without an extension, but you may incur penalties if you owe taxes. To file for an extension on your state income tax, fill out the appropriate form, such as Form IT-201 for New York residents. However, if you owe taxes, your extension payment must still be made by the original due date. How to File Your 2024 Tax...