Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell endorsed Donald Trump for president Wednesday‚ making him the last top GOP leader in Congress to back the former president.

These thick‚ bakery style Chocolate Chunk Cookies are super soft‚ loaded with pieces of chocolate‚ and come together in under a half hour! WARM‚ SOFT‚ HOMEMADE COOKIES You can’t go wrong by making chocolate chip cookies! Is there anything more comforting than a warm cookie just out of the oven? Dunk it in a cool glass of milk and you are in heaven! Trust me when I say these Chocolate Chunk Cookies will be one of your new favorites. These large and in charge cookies are better than any cookies you’d get at your local bakery. Plus‚ they are ready in under 30 minutes‚ making them perfect for any sudden cravings! FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ’S): Should you serve these cookies room temperature or warm? You can serve these either at room temp or warm. They’ll be delicious either way. What else can I add to Chocolate Chunk Cookies? Change up the flavor profile of these chocolate chunk cookies by adding some chopped pecans‚ chopped walnuts‚ toffee bits‚ peanut butter chips‚ or butterscotch chips to the cookie dough batter. Is the flaky salt on top absolutely necessary? Nope‚ but‚ that flaky salt does give these cookies another dimension of incredible flavor. Plus‚ it helps to cut back on the sweetness factor while adding that sweet and salty flavor profile. If you don’t have it or don’t want to use it‚ feel free to omit it. What’s the best way to reheat these cookies? There’s something just perfect about a nice bite of a warm cookie. Use the microwave for 10 seconds to gently heat the cookies‚ or place them in a preheated oven for about 3 minutes to get them nice and warm. How to store leftover chocolate chunk cookies? Leftover cookies should be stored in a container at room temperature for up to 5 days. You can freeze them in a freezer safe container for up to 3 months. INGREDIENTS NEEDED: (SEE RECIPE CARD BELOW FOR THE FULL RECIPE) all-purpose flour – it’s very important that you do not overmeasure your flour or you will get dry muffins. Do not ever measure directly from the flour bag. You will end up packing in the flour to your measuring cup which will result in too much flour. Pour some flour into a bowl and stir with a fork. Then dip the measuring cup in and scoop (don’t pack) then swipe off any excess with the flat side of a butter knife. fine sea salt – just regular table salt is fine. cornstarch – this helps keep those cookies nice and soft baking soda – double check that your baking soda is fresh. Most cookies do not turn out properly wither because there is too much flour in the dough or the baking soda is no longer active. unsalted butter – if you forgot to take the butter out to get it to room temperature‚ be sure to see my instructions on How to Soften Butter Fast. granulated sugar and light brown sugar – if you’ve ever made chocolate chip cookies in the past‚ you’ll know that these too work in harmony for the perfect chewy cookie. large eggs – if you have time‚ let the eggs come close to room temperature. This will help them incorporate into the batter much easier. vanilla extract – feel free to try peppermint extract‚ almond extract‚ strawberry extract‚ or coffee extract instead of vanilla extract. semi-sweet chocolate chunks– These can be swapped out for other chocolate chip varieties if desired. Chocolate chips‚ semi-sweet‚ milk‚ or dark chocolate baking chips will all work nicely in this cookie recipe. Just make sure to use a 12-ounce bag of chips altogether‚ no matter what you choose. flaky sea salt– this is optional. We love the sweet and salty together. HOW TO MAKE CHOCOLATE CHUNK COOKIES Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line sheet trays with parchment paper‚ set aside. In a large bowl stir together the flour‚ cornstarch‚ baking soda‚ and salt‚ set aside. In the body of a stand mixer with the paddle attachment (or in a bowl and an electric hand mixer) cream the butter with both sugars for 3 minutes until light and fluffy. Add the eggs in one at a time making sure the first one is fully mixed in before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract. Add the dry ingredients you mixed earlier and slowly stir them in until combined. Scrape down the sides as needed. Reserve ½ cup of the chocolate chunks and set aside side. Add the remaining chocolate chunks to the cookie dough and mix until just combined. Portion the cookie dough into 18 portions (about 2.5 ounces each.) Roll the cookie dough between your hands to form a smooth ball. Place them onto the sheet trays making sure they are about 4 inches apart. Top each cookie with the reserved chocolate chunks (roughly 3 chunks per cookie) and gently press them into the tops. Bake for 12-13 minutes until the cookies are puffed up‚ they do not appear moist in the center and they start to very lightly brown along the edges. Only bake one sheet at a time for even baking. Immediately sprinkle them with some flaky sea salt if using. Let them cool completely on the sheet tray.  CRAVING MORE RECIPES? Chocolate Chip Cookie in a MugTollhouse Cookie PieButter Pecan CookiesCherry Blossom CookiesPotato Chip CookiesTwix CookiesS’mores Cookie CupsTrail Mix CookiesBlueberry Cookies Print Chocolate Chunk Cookies Homemade‚ thick cookies from scratch packed with semi sweet chocolate chunks. Course DessertCuisine American Prep Time 15 minutes minutesCook Time 13 minutes minutesTotal Time 28 minutes minutes Servings 18 servings Calories 350kcal Author Brandie @ The Country Cook Ingredients3 cups all-purpose flour2 Tablespoons cornstarch1 teaspoon baking soda¾ teaspoon fine sea salt1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter‚ softened to room temperature¾ cup granulated sugar¾ cup light brown sugar‚ packed2 large eggs1 Tablespoon vanilla extract11.5 ounce bag semi-sweet chocolate chunks divided useflaky sea salt‚ for topping (optional) InstructionsPreheat the oven to 350°F. Line sheet trays with parchment paper‚ set aside.In a large bowl stir together the flour‚ cornstarch‚ baking soda‚ and salt‚ set aside.In the body of a stand mixer with the paddle attachment (or in a bowl and an electric hand mixer) cream the butter with both sugars for 3 minutes until light and fluffy.Add the eggs in one at a time making sure the first one is fully mixed in before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract.Add the dry ingredients you mixed earlier and slowly stir them in until combined. Scrape down the sides as needed.Reserve ½ cup of the chocolate chunks and set aside side. AAdd the remaining chocolate chunks to the cookie dough and mix until just combined.Portion the cookie dough into 18 portions (about 2.5 ounces each.)Roll the cookie dough between your hands to form a smooth ball. Place them onto the sheet trays making sure they are about 4 inches apart.Top each cookie with the reserved chocolate chunks (roughly 3 chunks per cookie) and gently press them into the tops.Bake for 12-13 minutes until the cookies are puffed up‚ they do not appear moist in the center and they start to very lightly brown along the edges. Only bake one sheet at a time for even baking.Immediately sprinkle them with some flaky sea salt if using. Let them cool completely on the sheet tray. Notes Please refer to my FAQ’s (Frequently Asked Questions) and ingredient list above for other substitutions or for the answers to the most common questions. NutritionCalories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 18g | Sodium: 171mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 24g

ALDERAAN—In a groundbreaking development‚ photographic evidence has been unearthed that reveals the true origins of the elusive “Jewish space lasers.” The images‚ which bear a striking resemblance to the Death Star from the Star Wars franchise‚ have sent shockwaves through the scientific community and sparked a renewed interest in the study of extraterrestrial weaponry.  The photographs‚ which were discovered in a hidden archive deep within the Vatican Library‚ depict a massive‚ spherical structure floating ominously above the Earth. According to experts‚ the structure appears to be equipped with a powerful laser beam capable of causing significant damage to its target. Jewish Space Lasers aka DEW When your own Government comes out &; admits to owning Laser technology it’s not really a conspiracy is it?Direct Energy Weapons are very real.Here’s a few ‘alleged’ examples captured recently on camera pic.twitter.com/5uTCjCaS02— Concerned Citizen (@BGatesIsaPyscho) March 6‚ 2024 Dr. Sarah Johnson‚ a leading expert in extraterrestrial technology‚ explained the significance of the discovery‚ stating that “these images provide definitive proof that Jewish space lasers do‚ in fact‚ exist. The similarities to the Death Star are undeniable‚ and it’s clear that this weapon is capable of causing immense destruction.”  However‚ not everyone is convinced that the images are genuine. Skeptics argue that the photographs could be the result of a clever hoax or a misinterpretation of the data. Nevertheless‚ the discovery has sparked a renewed interest in the possibility of extraterrestrial weaponry and has led to a flurry of new research projects aimed at uncovering the truth behind the mysterious space lasers.  In a statement to the press‚ a spokesperson for the Jewish community expressed both surprise and concern over the discovery‚ stating that “while we are intrigued by the possibility of Jewish space lasers‚ we want to make it clear that we do not condone the use of such weapons for any purpose.”  As scientists and conspiracy theorists alike continue to debate the authenticity of the photographs‚ one thing is certain: the search for the truth behind the Jewish space lasers has only just begun. Will the world finally uncover the secrets of this powerful weapon‚ or will the mystery continue to elude us? Only time will tell. The post BREAKING: Origin of Jewish space lasers identified appeared first on Genesius Times.

WALTHAM‚ MA — A somber mood fell over one of the nation's foremost defense contractors this morning‚ as Raytheon lowered its flags to half-staff after Nikki Haley announced she was dropping out of the 2024 presidential race.

Archaeologists have unearthed human remains thought to date to the 14th or 15th century in a newly discovered cemetery that likely belonged to a demolished medieval abbey in Northern Ireland.

Rising sea levels and sinking land threaten 32 U.S. coastal cities with worsening floods‚ including New York‚ Boston‚ San Francisco‚ New Orleans and Miami.

Paul Alexander is a living testament to a period when the global populace was gripped by trepidation over the pervasive threat of infectious diseases. Diagnosed with polio at the tender age of six‚ Alexander’s life took a drastic turn as the disease left him paralyzed from the neck down. Subsequently‚ his existence became intertwined with the mechanical contraption known as the iron lung‚ a life-sustaining device he has relied upon since 1952 to facilitate breathing. Despite the formidable obstacles imposed by his physical condition‚ the Dallas‚ Texas resident has steadfastly utilized his TikTok platform‚ @ironlungman‚ to impart valuable health updates and to share personal anecdotes that serve as a beacon of hope to his audience. However‚ a recent update concerning Alexander’s health‚ disseminated via his social media channels‚ has become a concern for his fans. Lincoln‚ Paul Alexander’s Social media manager‚ shares an emotional update about his health @ironlungman Please keep Paul in your thoughts and prayers! #conversationswithpaul #ironlung #poliopaul #PaulAlexander ♬ Chopin Nocturne No. 2 Piano Mono – moshimo sound design Alexander’s social media manager‚ Lincoln‚ took to Alexander’s TikTok page to share a significant health update. In the video post‚ Lincoln disclosed that the Texas resident had been hospitalized after contracting COVID-19. “Paul was rushed to the emergency room in the hospital. He tested positive for Covid‚ which is obviously really‚ really dangerous for someone with his condition‚” he said in the clip. “Fortunately‚ they have an iron lung at the hospital set up for him‚ and he was able to come home this weekend‚ but unfortunately‚ he’s still kind of weak. He’s still got some confusion going around‚ and he’s been struggling to eat and hydrate‚ so for that reason‚ we’ll be holding off on uploading videos for a little longer.” RELATED: Meet ‘Polio Paul’ One Of The Last Men Left With An Iron Lung TikTok He also urged Alexander’s followers to actively contribute in whatever capacity they could by engaging with his content on TikTok or supporting his fundraising efforts on GoFundMe. “Please keep Paul in your thoughts and prayers!” he added. Fans flooded the comment section of the video to express their concerns for Alexander’s health and wish him a speedy recovery. “Who on earth put this precious man in jeopardy. I hope he has a speedy recovery and no lasting harm‚” a fan wrote. “Best wishes‚ Paul.” TikTok “Paul‚ take your time. Glad you are okay‚ take your time to rest and get better!!!” another person commented‚ while a third wrote. “Paul‚ you have given me many words of support when I needed them. Just know that I am thinking of you‚ your health‚ and wellbeing.” Click for next Article The post ‘Polio Paul’ The Man Who’s Lived In An Iron Lung For 70 Years Rushed To Hospital appeared first on DoYouRemember? - The Home of Nostalgia. Author‚ Peace A

Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan played mother and daughter in 2003’s Freaky Friday‚ and they will be gracing the big screen again in the upcoming sequel. Lohan confirmed this on SiriusXM’s Andy Cohen Live Monday‚ saying she does not “want to say too much‚” but “we’re both excited.” Jamie Lee Curtis was all for the comeback after her recent press tour where fans suggested a reunion. “As I went around the world with Halloween Ends‚ people wanted to know if there was going to be another Freaky Friday. Something really touched a chord‚” she revealed. Jamie Lee Curtis pushed for a ‘Freaky Friday’ sequel FREAKY FRIDAY‚ Jamie Lee Curtis‚ Lindsay Lohan‚ 2003‚ (c) Walt Disney/courtesy Everett Collection After her time on the road‚ Curtis “called my friends at Disney and said‚ ‘It feels like there’s a movie to be made.’” RELATED: Jamie Lee Curtis Raises Concerns After Posting That She Is ‘Not Dead’ “Jamie and I are both open to that. So we’re leaving it in the hands that be‚” Lohan quipped. They then reminisced on their time together and the lessons learned from the script. Lohan learned to “have more patience‚” while Curtis learned to “suspend the judgment‚ open the ear‚ listen more.” FREAKY FRIDAY‚ Lindsay Lohan‚ Jamie Lee Curtis‚ 2003‚ (c) Walt Disney/courtesy Everett Collection Lohan‚ who became a parent last July‚ said Freaky Friday also taught her “to let them explore and live the way they need to live— with boundaries.” “Also‚ as a parent‚ we’re sizing up all the time: shoes‚ clothes‚ foods. It’s all future thought. My lesson from Freaky Friday was to be where your feet are‚” 65-year-old Curtis quipped. Curtis found a friend in Lohan after their time on set for Freaky Friday; per Curtis’ chat with PEOPLE’s Adrianna Costa in 2022‚ the ladies still keep in touch after many years. “We’re in contact‚ and the fact that she can poke fun at herself a little means we can all poke fun at ourselves‚ believe me‚ so God bless her‚” the scream queen said of her former film daughter. FREAKY FRIDAY‚ Lindsay Lohan‚ Jamie Lee Curtis‚ 2003‚ (c) Walt Disney/courtesy Everett Collection She also expressed her admiration for Lohan‚ saying the 37-year-old is a great talent. “I’m just happy that she’s happy…and she’s had a lot on her plate at a very young age. It seems like she is settling into a really happy domestic life— she’s engaged‚” Curtis added. The second part of the original based on Mary Rodgers’ 1972 novel was first announced by Disney last May‚ and fans can expect more information soon. Click for next Article The post Jamie Lee Curtis Confirms ‘Freaky Friday’ Sequel Officially In The Works appeared first on DoYouRemember? - The Home of Nostalgia. Author‚ Peace A

TV personality Heidi Klum was a Victoria’s Secret Angel from 1998 to 2010‚ and one of her classic ensembles from the era featured white fluffy angel wings that spanned from head to toe. She recently posed with the prop in a satin white Elenareva dress for the latest cover of Glamor Germany. She posted various looks from the shoot and behind-the-scenes on her Instagram page with the caption‚ “Wow‚ my wings still fit.” Although she disabled comments on the reel‚ fans expressed their delight with tens of thousands of likes on her posts showing off the gorgeous dress‚ a two-piece bikini‚ and a cut-out Maison Valentino mini dress. Victoria’s Secret paved the way for Heidi Klum   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Heidi Klum (@heidiklum) In a recent chat on the Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard podcast‚ Klum revealed that being a Victoria’s Secret model opened doors for her entertainment career. She became the brand’s show host‚ anchoring her first in 2002 and then from 2006 to 2009. She recalled being “always super nervous” but seeing her role as an opportunity to “overcome something that was not super easy.” RELATED: Heidi Klum Ushers In 50 Years With Braless‚ Sheer Look On Special ‘Vogue’ Cover 20 November 2022 – Los Angeles‚ California – Heidi Klum. Disney+ “Elton John Live: Farewell From Dodger Stadium” Yellow Brick Road Event at Dodger Stadium. Photo Credit: Billy Bennight/AdMedia In 2010‚ Klum retired her wings and joined America’s Got Talent as a judge three years later until 2019. “They called me and they’re like‚ ‘actually we’re going to have four judges and we do want you also.’ That’s 10 years ago‚ and I did 10 seasons‚” she recalled. She returned to the talent show in 2020 and just wrapped up season one of America’s Got Talent: Fantasy League.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Heidi Klum (@heidiklum) Heidi turned 50 last June‚ and she announced her age yet again with one of the posts from her Glamor Germany shoot. She shared a clip of her twirling in white swimwear and the angel wings with the caption‚ “This is 50. Thank you @morellibrothers for making me feel great. Yes‚ I’m 50‚ but I’m far from dead. I just love colorful‚ loud things. Maybe that will change at some point‚ but it can also remain my decision‚” she told the magazine during her interview. She also admitted that her “vision is getting worse and worse‚ and I can no longer see everything so clearly.” “I just accept it—- there’s nothing you can do about it anyway. Should we rack our brains? It is what it is‚” she continued. Interestingly‚ Klum was the first German model to earn angel wings‚ and she described her time with the lingerie brand as “the best time ever” in 2022. Click for next Article The post 50-Year-Old Heidi Klum’s Victoria’s Secret ‘Angel Wings’ Still Fit 14 Years Later appeared first on DoYouRemember? - The Home of Nostalgia. Author‚ Peace A

Father of four Michael Strahan has been supporting his daughter Isabella since the start of a serious health scare that traces back to last year. Isabella was diagnosed with brain cancer and she has been sharing updates through the difficult treatment journey‚ most recently revealing that she was hospitalized after her first chemotherapy treatment. Strahan first discussed Isabella’s diagnosis on Good Morning America back on January 11. The official diagnosis is medulloblastoma‚ a pediatric brain tumor that manifests in the cerebellum‚ which is located at the base of the skull and accounts for coordination. Isabella Strahan gives updates on her chemo treatment‚ which drove her to be hospitalized Isabella Strahan revealed that she was quickly hospitalized after her first chemo treatment / YouTube screenshot In the midst of her ongoing treatment‚ 19-year-old Isabella has created videos for social media documenting her experience. One of her latest YouTube videos reveals that Isabella was hospitalized after experiencing a high fever. “I’ve just been getting a lot of fevers. If you get a fever of 100.4‚ you have to come in‚” she explained. She underwent her first blood transfusion‚ had her chemo port cleaned‚ and had an MRI done of her eyes; in between treatments‚ she passed the time with bingo and mobile games. RELATED: Michael Strahan Shares A Rare Glimpse Into His Family Life But uncertainty has been a theme‚ as Isabella ended up hospitalized just hours later. “I catfished everyone‚” she went on. “We left the hospital after three or four days and now we’re back less than 12 hours later because I have a fever again‚” she shared. “I got a fever of 102 and had to come back in. So‚ we’re trying to figure out what’s wrong.” She added‚ “This is the worst fever I think I’ve had. I don’t feel as horrible as I did the first time…I have a really bad headache so I thought nothing of it and now we’re in the ER.” Isabella and her family try to maintain optimism through the harrowing circumstances   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by michaelstrahan (@michaelstrahan) Isabella has become very familiar with symptoms such as these‚ as they are what eventually tipped her and her family off that something was amiss. “I definitely noticed headaches‚ nausea‚ couldn’t walk straight‚” she shared of her experience last autumn on Good Morning America‚ leading up to her diagnosis. By October 25‚ her condition deteriorated so badly‚ she woke up “throwing up blood.” She puts up a positive front in her viral content‚ giving updates like “I have my cute gown on. Trying to look fashionable!” When asked how she feels‚ she answers with candor‚ “I don’t feel great. I don’t feel horrible. I’ve felt worse but I don’t feel good. I feel like I can barely walk now.” In her latest video update‚ she revealed she was off to a procedure meant to drain fluid from the back of her skull. Michael Strahan has voiced his awe at Isabella’s strength and positivity / Instagram via PEOPLE While worrying for his daughter‚ Strahan has also voiced his awe at her attitude. “I’m very proud of her and she’s always been strong and this is something that is so personal that I didn’t know if it would be something that she’d want to share‚” he said. He went on to reason‚ “I think‚ for her‚ so many people have reached out and said‚ ‘I’m glad you’re doing this‚’ ‘Thank you for doing this‚’ ‘This has really helped us‚’ and all that support that she is getting from people she doesn’t know‚ on top of people that she does know‚ has kept her in a very positive space. So thank you to everybody.” Click for next Article The post Michael Strahan’s Daughter Isabella Hospitalized After First Chemo Session appeared first on DoYouRemember? - The Home of Nostalgia. Author‚ Dana Daly