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Missile Fire from Yemen's Houthi Rebels Triggers Sirens in Central Israel for the Second Night

  For the second consecutive night, air raid sirens blared across central Israel as a missile launched from Yemen's Houthi rebels was intercepted by Israeli air defenses early Wednesday morning. The missile, aimed at the Tel Aviv area, was successfully intercepted before crossing into Israeli territory, though shrapnel from the interception fell in several towns.  This marks the fourth time in a week that missile fire from the Houthi rebels has set off sirens in Israel. On Saturday, a missile hit a playground in Tel Aviv, injuring 16 people after Israel's air defense system failed to intercept it. In response, Israeli jets struck Yemen's rebel-held capital and a port city, resulting in nine casualties.  Israel's foreign minister has requested an emergency meeting of the U.N. Security Council to condemn the Houthi attacks and their alleged Iranian allies for providing the rebels with weapons. The situation remains tense as both sides continue to exchange fire, with the H...
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Holiday Ginger Cookies Recipe

 

Ingredients:

- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

- 2 tsp ground ginger

- 1 tsp baking soda

- 1 tsp ground cinnamon

- 1/2 tsp ground cloves

- 1/4 tsp salt

- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened

- 1 cup granulated sugar

- 1 large egg

- 1 tbsp water

- 1/4 cup molasses

- 1/4 cup additional granulated sugar for rolling


Instructions:


1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.

3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the butter and 1 cup of sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg, water, and molasses, and beat until well combined.

4. Mix Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

5. Form Dough Balls: Roll the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter. Roll each ball in the additional granulated sugar to coat.

6. Bake: Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, about 2 inches apart. Flatten each ball slightly with the bottom of a glass. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops are crackled.

7. Cool:  Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

8. Enjoy: These ginger cookies are perfect for sharing with family and friends, or just for enjoying with a cozy cup of tea or coffee. 



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