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In most households, carrot peels are often discarded without a second thought, but you will be amazed to know that the peels of carrot are as nutritious as the vegetable. In fact, they are packed with nutrients like fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants that make their peel super healthy. So, if you too have been throwing away carrot peels, then pause and follow these simple tips and resume these peels at home to make some creative delicacies. Carrot Peel Soup One of the best ways to reuse carrot peels is to add them into a flavorful vegetable soup. By simmering the peels with other vegetable scraps like onions, garlic, and celery, you can create a savory broth that’s rich in nutrients. Once cooked, blend the ingredients to make a smooth and creamy soup, perfect for a cozy winter meal. Not only does this recipe make use of the peels, but it also enhances the soup’s flavor with the earthy sweetness of the carrots. Carrot Peel Chips If you are looking for a healthy and crispy snack, carrot peel chips are a fantastic option. Simply toss the peels with a bit of olive oil, salt, and your favorite seasonings, then bake them in the oven until they're golden brown and crunchy. Carrot peel chips are a great way to turn food scraps into a delicious, low-calorie snack, and they provide a satisfying crunch that can be enjoyed on their own or paired with a dip. Carrot Peel Stir-Fry Carrot peels can be added to stir-fries, adding a nutritious boost to your dish. Just heat a little oil in a pan and sauté the carrot peels with other vegetables like bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms. The peels contribute an extra layer of texture and flavor while also providing fiber and vitamins. Toss in soy sauce or your favorite stir-fry sauce to complete the dish, and you’ve got a quick and tasty meal that reduces food waste. Carrot Peel Smoothie Carrot peels are an excellent addition to smoothies, providing extra fiber and a natural sweetness. Simply blend them with other fruits like apples, bananas, or oranges, and add a liquid base like almond milk or coconut water. The peels help thicken the smoothie, making it more satisfying while boosting its nutritional value. For an added boost, you can combine the peels with ginger or turmeric for an anti-inflammatory kick. Carrot Peel Vegetable Stock Carrot peels, along with other vegetable scraps like onion skins and celery stalks, can be used to create a rich and flavorful vegetable stock. Simply add the peels and other scraps to a pot with water, season with herbs like thyme and bay leaves, and let it simmer for about an hour. Strain the stock and use it as a base for soups, stews, or risottos. This method allows you to extract the nutrients from the peels while making a versatile kitchen staple.
BETHESDA, Md. , Dec. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AGNC Investment Corp. (Nasdaq: AGNC) announced today that its Board of Directors has declared a cash dividend of $0.12 per share of common stock for December 2024 . The dividend is payable on January 10, 2025 to common stockholders of record as of December 31, 2024 . For further information or questions, please contact Investor Relations at (301) 968-9300 or IR@AGNC.com . ABOUT AGNC INVESTMENT CORP. Founded in 2008, AGNC Investment Corp. (Nasdaq: AGNC) is a leading investor in Agency residential mortgage-backed securities (Agency MBS), which benefit from a guarantee against credit losses by Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, or Ginnie Mae . We invest on a leveraged basis, financing our Agency MBS assets primarily through repurchase agreements, and utilize dynamic risk management strategies intended to protect the value of our portfolio from interest rate and other market risks. AGNC has a track record of providing favorable long-term returns for our stockholders through substantial monthly dividend income, with over $13 billion of common stock dividends paid since inception. Our business is a significant source of private capital for the U.S. residential housing market, and our team has extensive experience managing mortgage assets across market cycles. To learn more about The Premier Agency Residential Mortgage REIT , please visit www.AGNC.com , follow us on LinkedIn and X , and sign up for Investor Alerts . CONTACT: Investor Relations - (301) 968-9300 View original content: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/agnc-investment-corp-declares-monthly-common-stock-dividend-of-0-12-per-common-share-for-december-2024--302329440.html SOURCE AGNC Investment Corp.NEW YORK , Dec. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Scholastic Corporation (NASDAQ: SCHL) announced today that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.20 per share on the Company's Class A and Common Stock for the third quarter of fiscal 2025. The dividend is payable on March 14, 2025 , to all shareholders of record as of the close of business on January 31, 2025 . About Scholastic For more than 100 years, Scholastic Corporation (NASDAQ: SCHL) has been meeting children where they are – at school, at home and in their communities – by creating quality content and experiences, all beginning with literacy. Scholastic delivers stories, characters, and learning moments that empower all kids to become lifelong readers and learners through bestselling children's books, literacy- and knowledge-building resources for schools including classroom magazines, and award-winning, entertaining children's media. As the world's largest publisher and distributor of children's books through school-based book clubs and book fairs, classroom libraries, school and public libraries, retail, and online, and with a global reach into more than 135 countries, Scholastic encourages the personal and intellectual growth of all children, while nurturing a lifelong relationship with reading, themselves, and the world around them. Learn more at www.scholastic.com . SCHL: Financial View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/scholastic-corporation-announces-third-quarter-dividend-302329290.html SOURCE Scholastic Corporation
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On the night of Sunday, December 15, Kyriakos Mitsotakis’ government emerged stronger from the three-day debate on the 2025 state budget proposal. The prime minister dominated the parliamentary debate and was able to focus on his policy in support of citizens on middle and lower incomes. Also, the proposal was supported by more voters than those who belong to New Democracy. The following day, in Berlin, Chancellor Olaf Scholz lost a vote of confidence, opening the way for federal elections on February 23. For Scholz, the defeat was expected and welcome, as early elections had been announced soon after the chancellor expelled the liberal Free Democratic Party (FDP) from his coalition. Both leaders were satisfied by very different outcomes in the vote of confidence in their governments, as each had different expectations and fears. For Mitsotakis, the vote’s outcome was a welcome development after the European Parliament result (where he himself had placed the bar high, for no apparent reason), and after the expulsion of Antonis Samaras from New Democracy. The former prime minister was absent for the vote, and the political space to the right of ND does not seem to be expanding at the government’s cost. ND is recovering in the polls – but not to the extent that it could hope for a one-party government if elections were held today. The prime minister has two and a half years at his disposal to apply the policy which he believes will strengthen his party. The general indifference towards the fate of Samaras (as recorded in a recent Pulse poll for Skai Television) strengthens the impression that the most fertile ground for ND to regain its electoral strength is the center – where most of the voters who have moved away from the government seem to belong. The person that Mitsotakis will nominate for president of the republic, and policy on issues such as high prices, justice, education and protection of the environment, will determine whether ND can hope for a clear win at the end of its four-year term. Till then, Mitsotakis has the privilege of leading a country that is stable and part of the discussion on the evolution of Europe, and which for the next two years will be a member of the UN Security Council. In Germany, the FDP’s persistence with monetary dogma, in conjunction with the constitutionally mandated “debt brake” (since the time of Angela Merkel), highlights the system’s inertia in the face of a rising tide of challenges. Without investment in infrastructure and education, without support for growth, without social programs in favor of the weak, Germany will face an ever stronger challenge from extremist political forces. Today the conservative CDU is ahead in the polls, followed by the extreme-right AfD, and then Scholz’s SPD. The AfD, which expresses Putin’s views, has lately gained the approval of Elon Musk. It will keep growing stronger as elections approach. In other words, while Germany stuck to outdated dogma, the “unorthodox” forces of the extreme-right and extreme-left have been gaining in power. Many SPD members were relieved by the jettisoning of the FDP, even though this brought down the government. But now, even the CDU is no longer subservient to the debt brake. After the election, this new pragmatism may benefit Germany and, in turn, the European Union. A stable Greece with a strong center, and a Germany determined to evolve to deal with the time’s challenges, may find themselves to be invaluable partners on their common course in Europe.When Andrew Westphal's Costa Rica honeymoon was over last May, you could say the honeymoon was really over. "Traveler's trots. Let's just say again, gastrointestinal distress," Westphal said. He and his new bride were experiencing the same stomach symptoms and decided to go to an urgent care near them. "And it ended up being a $4 antibiotic that solved the issue completely in a day," Westphal recalled. But then, Westphal said, the real pain began when he received his first bill: $1,888. What really stood out, though, was the difference between what his insurance covered compared to his wife's insurance for the medical testing. "So mine ended up being just about $1,700 to $1,800, and she paid $21 for those labs," Westphal said. "I'm trying to just wrap my head around how I could get such a large bill for such a simple service." His insurance carrier is Anthem while hers is Cigna. They both have high-deductible plans, and neither has met their deductibles. RELATED STORY | Murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO ignites online fury over health insurance industry "I, unfortunately, am not surprised," said Adam Fox, the deputy director of the Colorado Consumer Health Initiative. Fox said Westphal's story underscores the idea that insurance plans are not negotiating better costs for the people they are serving, putting consumers at risk of unpredictably high bills. Additionally, Fox said, there is a larger issue with the rates being charged at so-called "Hospital Outpatient Departments." In a letter to Westphal regarding his urgent care bill, UC Health stated that he had "received these services within a Hospital Outpatient Department." Fox said Medicare charges about $440 for the same tests Westphal was billed $1,840. "They're basically charging four times what Medicare does," said Fox. "I think those services can be provided at a much lower cost. And I think what we are seeing is as hospitals acquire more facilities and doctors offices, they are charging higher costs for the same level of service to patients. And that puts Coloradans at financial risk." A UCHealth spokesperson clarified that its urgent care centers are not Hospital Outpatient Departments, but the labs in certain cases are at the hospital. UCHealth and Anthem declined our requests for interviews, but in an email, a UCHealth spokesman pointed to high-deductible health insurance plans, stating, "This shifts more of the burden of paying medical bills onto patients." UCHealth said it offers billing estimates for anyone who wants to know individual responsibility for a service. An Anthem statement also references high-deductible plans, stating that Westphal's "claim was therefore processed correctly." Anthem said, "We are transparent with Anthem members about the price of health care services." Westphal said he had no idea that what he thought was a simple doctor's visit for antibiotics could cost so much. After his appeals were denied, he said he is learning a frustrating lesson. "You need to find out how much your services are going to cost, even if you think it's something that should be very simple, cost so little," Westphal said. "And yet this insurance company or this provider can really do whatever they want." Full statement from Anthem: "We can confirm this member receives employer-sponsored coverage and selected a high-deductible plan option with a $6,000 deductible. Our reviews affirmed that the member’s annual deductible had not been met at the time of service, and his claim was therefore processed correctly according to his benefit plan. While Anthem’s specific negotiated rates with health systems are confidential, we are transparent with Anthem members about the price of health care services. Before selecting a care provider, members can quickly and easily compare prices for health care services from various care providers through the Sydney Health app." This story was originally published by Jaclyn Allen at Scripps News Denver .Arm lawsuit ends in mistrial with Qualcomm securing key win
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