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Venezuela Shifts Diplomacy: Embassies in Norway and Australia to Close, Focus Turns to Africa

  Venezuela announced it will close its embassies in Norway and Australia as part of a sweeping diplomatic restructuring. The government of President Nicolás Maduro described the move as a “strategic re-assignation of resources,” aimed at strengthening alliances in Africa. In place of the closures, Venezuela will open new embassies in Burkina Faso and Zimbabwe , which officials called “sister nations and strategic allies” in the fight against colonial and hegemonic pressures. Consular services for Venezuelans in Norway and Australia will continue through other diplomatic missions, with details to be provided in the coming days. The decision comes amid heightened tensions with the United States and follows weeks of geopolitical maneuvering. Norway’s foreign ministry confirmed the closure of the embassy in Oslo, while Australian officials have yet to comment publicly on the development. This shift underscores Caracas’ intent to reconfigure its global presence, prioritizing regi...
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Best Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips.
  7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 9-11 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.

Tips:

  • For thicker cookies, chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before baking.
  • Use high-quality chocolate chips for the best flavor.

Enjoy these delicious chocolate chip cookies!

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