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Sweet and Sour Chicken Recipe

  Crispy, tangy, and just the right amount of sweet—this sweet and sour chicken is a family favorite that’s easy to make at home. Ingredients For the Sauce: 1 cup pineapple juice ½ cup distilled white vinegar ½ cup sugar 3 tablespoons ketchup 2 tablespoons soy sauce ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1½ tablespoons cornstarch For the Chicken: ½ cup all-purpose flour ½ cup cornstarch 1 teaspoon baking powder ¼ teaspoon baking soda 1 heaping teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper ⅔ cup water 1½ tablespoons vegetable oil (plus more for cooking) 1 pound chicken tenderloins or boneless, skinless chicken breasts, trimmed and cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) chunks For Finishing the Dish: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 2 red bell peppers, cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces 1 small red onion, cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) chunks Instructions Make the Sauce: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, whisk together pineapple juice, vinegar, sugar, ketchup, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes. Bring to...

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Bloc Québécois Initiates Talks to Topple Liberal Government After Missed Deadline

 

The Bloc Québécois is poised to initiate discussions with other political parties to bring down the minority Liberal government. This move comes after the Liberals failed to meet a crucial deadline to pass two key bills. Bloc Leader Yves-François Blanchet had set the deadline last month, warning that failure to comply would lead to serious political consequences.

The two bills in question are pivotal for the Bloc, with one focusing on safeguarding supply management in trade negotiations. Despite having government support, this bill is still under Senate review. The Bloc’s decision to proceed with talks signals a significant escalation in political tensions, potentially leading to a vote of no confidence and triggering an election.

Blanchet’s firm stance underscores the Bloc’s commitment to its legislative priorities and its readiness to challenge the Liberal government’s stability. As discussions begin, the political landscape in Ottawa is set for a period of heightened uncertainty and strategic maneuvering.

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