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Campbell Soup to Buy Maker of Rao’s Pasta Sauce for $2.7 Billion
Campbell Soup to Buy Maker of Rao’s Pasta Sauce for $2.7 Billion
Campbell Soup Co. agreed to buy Sovos Brands Inc. in a deal valued at $2.7 billion, expanding the
2023-08-07 20:19
MrBeast's new video breaks YouTube record
MrBeast's new video breaks YouTube record
YouTuber MrBeast claims to have broken a new YouTube record. The popular star, who is
2023-08-07 18:17
Save $45 on an Amazon Fire HD tablet at Best Buy until August 5
Save $45 on an Amazon Fire HD tablet at Best Buy until August 5
Save $45: As of August 4, the Amazon Fire Tablet HD (32GB, 8-inch) is on
2023-08-05 04:26
Back to the future for India's rice farmers
Back to the future for India's rice farmers
India, the world's biggest rice exporter, is turning to old varieties and new farming techniques.
2023-08-15 05:29
BOE Governor Signals UK’s Inflation Fight Has Further to Run
BOE Governor Signals UK’s Inflation Fight Has Further to Run
Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey hinted policy makers can’t let up yet in their fight against inflation
2023-10-20 16:26
Steep drop puts S.Africa inflation back within target range
Steep drop puts S.Africa inflation back within target range
South African inflation dropped to the lowest level in 20 months in June, slipping back within the central bank's target...
2023-07-19 17:54
Moroccanoil’s New Spray Is My $14 Secret For Perfect Hair Wherever I Go
Moroccanoil’s New Spray Is My $14 Secret For Perfect Hair Wherever I Go
Ever since I got a perm last year, Moroccanoil has been firmly on my beauty radar. The brand is known for putting argan oil — a nourishing ingredient rich in Vitamin E — on the map, and remains a popular treatment for damaged hair since its inception in 2008.
2023-09-16 06:22
Bolivia seeks files on pedophile priests from Pope
Bolivia seeks files on pedophile priests from Pope
Bolivia's president has asked Pope Francis for files on sexual abuse committed by Catholic priests in the South American country following revelations of...
2023-05-24 04:55
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 14:15
Lab-grown meat is coming. Here's everything you need to know
Lab-grown meat is coming. Here's everything you need to know
Soon, Americans are going to able to try chicken that comes directly from chicken cells rather than, well, a chicken.
2023-06-23 19:26
Climate Change Is Devastating Puerto Rico. Women Environmentalists Are Fighting Back
Climate Change Is Devastating Puerto Rico. Women Environmentalists Are Fighting Back
A block away from a disused fishing village, Anabela Fuentes García found the ideal place to teach sustainable fishing practices to children in Loíza, Puerto Rico. The structure was an abandoned, white-walled building. Piles of dry leaves filled its interior because there was no roof to protect it from the wind or rain. Surrounded by deterioration, all Fuentes saw was potential, a resource to nurture the next generation of marine biologists, lifeguards, divers, fishermen, and captains.
2023-10-04 23:59
K-12 students can now get Figma for free
K-12 students can now get Figma for free
Students across the United States now have access to one of the design industry's favorite
2023-06-23 00:54