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Tragedy Strikes: Death Toll Rises to Five in Magdeburg Christmas Market Attack

  The death toll from the horrific car attack at the Christmas market in Magdeburg has risen to five, with over 200 people injured. The attack, which occurred on Friday evening, has left the city in mourning and prompted an extensive police operation. Authorities have arrested a 50-year-old Saudi doctor, identified as Taleb A., who has lived in Germany for nearly two decades. The suspect, who is a specialist in psychiatry and psychotherapy, was taken into custody shortly after the incident. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Interior Minister Nancy Faeser have both expressed their condolences and assured the public that every effort is being made to support the victims and their families. The attack has shaken the community, especially coming just days before Christmas. Mourners have gathered near the market, leaving candles and flowers in memory of the victims. The suspect has been described as having Islamophobic views, and authorities are investigating his motives. As the investi...

Mediterranean Braised Chicken Thighs

 

Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 6 bone-in chicken thighs (about 2 pounds)
  • 1 can (14 ounces) water-packed small artichoke hearts, drained
  • 3 shallots, halved
  • 1/3 cup dry white wine
  • 1/2 cup pitted Greek olives
  • 1/3 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 garlic clove, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon drained capers
  • 1 teaspoon ground sumac or za’atar seasoning

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°.
  2. In a 12-in. cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, heat butter and oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Brown chicken, skin side down. Turn thighs over; arrange artichokes and shallots around chicken. Cook 1 minute longer.
  4. Add wine to pan; cook 1 minute longer, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan.
  5. Add remaining ingredients to pan.
  6. Bake 15-20 minutes or until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 170°-175°.


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