Which areas must evacuate after the fire at the Central California power plant?

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People residing near the area of the Moss Landing Power Plant in Central California, one of the world’s largest battery storage plants in Northern California, have been asked to evacuate after the facility caught on fire.

According to the Monterey County Sheriff’s Office, the fire of the power plant isn’t related to the fires that are causing destruction in LA. 

As reported by the CNN, the fire at the power plant started around 3 p.m., and evacuation order for over 1,700 citizens was issued at approximately 6:30 p.m. due to concerns over hazardous materials and potential chemical releases.

The power plant, that has been left to burn on its own, contains tens of thousands of lithium batteries. 

“There’s no way to sugar coat it. This is a disaster, is what it is,” Monterey County Supervisor Glenn Church told KSBW-TV. 

Vistra Energy, the company that owned the power plant, finished the latest stage of construction on the energy storage facility in 2023.

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Following the expansion, the power plant held a capacity of 750 megawatts and 3,000 megawatt-hours, enough to power around 562,000 homes for up to four hours.

The fire started in one of the plant’s lithium-ion batteries, and according to a spokesperson of Vista Energy, Jenny Lyon, the cause has not yet been determined. She added that an investigation will be launched once the fire is extinguished. 

“Our top priority is the safety of the community and our personnel, and Vistra deeply appreciates the continued assistance of our local emergency responders,” Lyon said. 

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Following the fire, several roads were closed to ensure public safety, including both directions of Highway 1 at Salinas Road, as well as Dolan Road and Castroville Boulevard.

Monterey County Spokesperson Nicholas Pasculli said the fire’s severity and the air quality is being monitored by drones. 

The burning power plant is surrounded by sensitive ecosystems, including the Moss Landing Wildlife Area, Elkhorn Slough State Marine Reserve, and Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve.

As of now, the fire is still on and residents are urged to stay home with windows closed, and not to use the ventilation systems. 

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Woman dying of cancer shares her biggest regret

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Amanda Hedges, a 31-year-old woman who was diagnosed with cancer, opens up about how she would have lived her life differently.

Thinking about life, we believe we have plenty of time ahead of us, but the truth is that things happen that prevent us from living it to the fullest and achieve everything we hoped for.

For Amanda, the thing that turned her life upside down has been her cancer diagnosis.

It all started last year when she started experiencing mild headaches she believed were triggered by her anxiety medications.

“I asked my psychiatrist about it. They weren’t bad headaches and went away with Panadol,” she explained.

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Unfortunately, after undergoing an MRI, she learned that the headaches were caused by an aggressive brain tumor that left her with only months to live, and now, she won’t forgive herself for “forgetting to live.”

The tumor is inoperable and according to her, the endless rounds of chemotherapy and radiotherapy will not make the tumor disappear, they can only prolong her life.

Amanda would have changed a lot of things about her life had she had the chance.

“None of my old bosses or colleagues are sitting with me while I do chemo.

“It’s my mum and dad and friends that are here supporting me through this,” she told FEMAIL.

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“I wish I could live again so I could stop worrying about the little things and enjoy myself.

“‘I would spend more time with the people who actually mattered, make more of an effort to meet someone and have kids, to travel.

“If I had my time again I would do everything different.”

She continued: “I really want to stay at a hotel on the beach and just listen to the waves and forget that I am dying. Forget that I am me. Be someone else for a few days and just relax and have fun.

“I have also always wanted to head back to Australia Zoo and see Robert Irwin do a show. I saw his dad do one when I was a kid but I have always just put off going.

“And I really want to go to an all-you-can-eat buffet. I guess hotels would have that covered.”

Amanda said it is her parents, especially her mom, who helps her stay positive despite the grim diagnosis.

“They don’t know how long the cancer has been there or when it will start to happen, but it will happen,” she said.

“I haven’t processed it all yet.

“I wasted 30 years of my life doing nothing and I still have cancer.”

She’s hoping she would use the time she’s left to make the most out of her days.

In order to achieve this, Amanda started a GoFundMe page.

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When going to the market to buy pork

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Pork is the number one meat consumed in the world, as per the Food Safety and Inspection Service.

During the 70’s, however, the consumption of pork among Americans dropped due to their growing awareness of the need for a healthier lifestyle, and with that, opting for leaner meats.

When buying pork, it is of great importance to pay attention to its color, which ranges from pale pink to dark red.

Knowing how the color affects the quality of the meat can help you choose the best pieces.

As per the Animal Range Extension, high-quality pork has a bright, reddish-pink hue. This color suggest freshness.

Of course, the color also depends on the part of the animal. There are parts that include more blood vessels, such as the neck area, the shoulders, and the front legs, which leads the meat from these parts to be darker.

The parts with less blood vessels, including the loin, hind leg, and rump meat, have a lighter color.

If the pork has purple or dark red color, it may suggest that the pig wasn’t alive when slaughtered for its meat.

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In case the animal was sick, there would be dark bruises due to blood clots when you cut through it.

If the color of the pork is slightly dark, it may refer that it is fresh and sold shortly after slaughter.

When the color is rather light, and there are signs of bubbling, be sure to know that the meat isn’t fresh, but has been injected with water in order to increase in weight.

When buying pork, opt for pieces with pink or bright red color. The nice white color of the fat is another indicator that the meat is fresh.

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In case the color is not enough indicator of the freshness of the meat, the smell certainly is. Fresh pork has a faint fishy smell. If the odor is too strong, don’t buy it.

At the end, touch it. Good meat shouldn’t feel sticky, but slightly moistly.

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Meghan Markle reveals a photo of her daughter Lilibet

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle stepped down from their royal duties some four years ago, yet the public is still speculating about the exact reasons behind this decision that affected their relationship with the rest of the royals. One of the reasons, as per the couple themselves, was their attempt to get out of the limelight.

This, however, wasn’t something the wide public had fallen for, since both Harry and Meghan continued enjoying the media exposure in the States, giving interviews, publishing a book, and even taking on tours that resemble official royal engagements.

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However, although they remained in the spotlight, they do try their best to keep their children away from the media.

The truth is that Harry’s relationship with the media has always been a complex one, especially because he believes the media, especially the paparazzi, pushed his mother, Princess Diana, to her death.

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When Archie was born, Harry wasn’t much interested in revealing details surrounding the birth of the baby. However, he was forced into sharing with the people that Archie arrived into the world due to the breach of the “unwritten contract between the royals and the public.”

Harry and Meghan posed with him in front of the Portland Hospital in London, where he was born, as is the tradition.

“Today The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are delighted to share their first public moment as a family,” the Sussexes wrote.

Since then, not many photos of Archie have seen the light of the day.

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The same goes for Lilibet, Harry and Meghan’s daughter, who was born in the United States.

However, that changed when the Netflix documentary about Harry and Meghan, consisting of six episodes, aired. In the first episode of the documentary, the Sussexes provided people from all over the world with an intimate look into the family life at their home in Montecito, California, which was previously described as “Fort Knox,” and security is tight.

 
 
 
 
 
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With that said, fans were able to take a closer look at Archie and Lilibet as well.

When Lili turned one, the Sussexes had a small picnic party at Frogmore Cottage, their now-former UK home. Photos of the celebration was posted on the social media.

However, other than that, the public doesn’t get to see neither Archie, nor Lili. At least until recently, when they got to take a glance at the young prince and princess.

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When they released the family’s Christmas Card in December 2024, featuring six personal photos, there was a photo showing Archie and Lili.

The photo showed the little ones running into their parents’ open arms.

What caught the attention of many was Lili’s long auburn locks.

The family’s three adorable pet pooches, Guy, Pula and Momma Mia, are also shown on the photo.

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The rest of the photos included family trips, including their recent trips to Nigeria and Colombia.

The caption read: “On behalf of the office of Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. Archewell Productions and Archewell Foundations. We wish you a very Happy Holiday Season and a joyful new year.”

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What it means when your body jerks as you fall asleep

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Hypnic jerks, or sleep starts, are the falling sensation we sometimes feel while drifting off to sleep.

The term hypnic, which is the short form of the word hypnagogic, represents the transition between wakefulness to sleep. This is the phase when these jerks occur. Researchers don’t know the exact reason why these jolts happen, but they do provide various theories.

These jerks are involuntary, meaning the person is not making their body to move willingly. In fact, they are described as muscle contractions felt in the entire body, or certain areas, like the arms or the legs.

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When falling asleep, the muscles relax entirely so the brain mistakenly assumes the person is really falling and reacts by twitching the muscles.

Although these jerks are harmless, they can sometimes affect the person’s quality of sleep.

Researchers suggest that stress, caffeine, or physical exhaustion can make these jerks more frequent.

Additionally, hypnic jerks can be triggered by sleep deprivation, vigorous exercise at night, and excessive nicotine consumption.

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Around 75% of the population has experienced these hypnic jerks during their lifetime.

However, if they persist and you believe they are caused by another reason, seek medical advice.

In order to reduce and get rid of these jerks make sure you adopt better sleeping habits, such as going to bed at the same time during the weeks, including weekends, keep your room temperature at around 65 to 68 degrees Fahrenheit, don’t use electronics at least an hour before going to bed, keep the room dark.

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Further, exercise regularly, reduce the alcohol and nicotine intake, as well as the caffeine intake.

To avoid hypnic jerks, try to complete your workout at least 90 minutes before bed to give your heart rate time to return to normal.

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10 benefits of elderberries (boosts immunity, supports heart health, and beyond)

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Elderberries are celebrated for the various health benefits they offer, especially for enhancing the immune system and promoting heart health.

They have been used for their medical properties for centuries. Even the ancient civilizations and the Indigenous communities used these berries to treat various conditions, such as fever and rheumatism. These people believed that elderberries can enhance the skin health, too.

Even today, they remain one of the key components of the traditional medicine.

Although the therapeutic properties of elderberries haven’t been researched into depth, there are a number of benefits they offer.

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Rich in nutrients

Among the rest, elderberries are rich in vitamin C, fiber, phenolic acids, and anthocyanins. At the same time, like most berries, they are low in calories but high in fiber. All of this helps boost the immune system.

Antioxidants

Their antioxidant properties make the elderberries the perfect fruit for fighting inflammation, reducing the risk of a number of chronic diseases, and supporting cellular health.

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May help against the cold and the flu

When it comes to fighting the flu, elderberries should be the first fruit to reach for, as their consumption reduces the severity and the duration of the infection.

Alternative medicine offers various syrups and capsules to help against the flu, with elderberries as the key component.

Good for the health of the heart

Research suggests that elderberries may offer heart health support by lowering blood fats and cholesterol. The flavonoids, such as anthocyanins, found in elderberries play a role in cardiovascular health and help reduce the risk of heart disease.

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Helps eliminate harmful bacteria

Elderberries possess natural antimicrobial qualities that help in fighting harmful bacteria and infections. Their bioactive compounds help prevent pathogen growth and boost the body’s immune defenses.

Helps fight cancer

These sweet berries that we all enjoy so much may be tiny, but they are powerful enough to help fight cancer. That’s all thanks to their ability to inhibit tumor growth and protect against DNA damage.

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Can protect against UV rays

By reducing oxidative stress and inflammation caused by sun exposure, elderberries may help protect the skin from harmful UV rays and reduce the risk of premature aging and sunburn.

Immune system support

All of the vitamins and antioxidant properties elderberries contain may help in supporting the immune system. That is one the reasons why we should include them in our diet.

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May help with depression

These berries contribute to the mental well-being, and with that, in the fight against depression.

May increase urination

Their diuretic properties make elderberries the perfect fruit to increase urine production and help flush out toxins from the body.

As with any fruit and food, we should consume elderberries in moderation.

Having them raw and in large quantities may affect the digestive system and even lead to poisoning because of certain toxic compounds they have.

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Mel Gibson proposed a ‘crazy’ conspiracy theory about the LA wildfires after his home was destroyed, which left many baffled

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Actor Mel Gibson has presented his own theory regarding the LA wildfires, and it left many baffled.

The Mad Max star lost his £12million Malibu home in the fires. That prompted a reaction from him that led to backlash.

“I can make all kinds of horrible theories up in my head – conspiracy theories and everything else – but it just seemed a little convenient that there was no water.

“And that the wind conditions were right and that there are people ready and willing and able to start fires,” he said, believing that the destruction could have been “commissioned” to clear homes off valuable land.

Following the reports that a suspect was arrested in relation to starting one of the fires, the actor asked if that person, whose identity hasn’t been revealed, was acting on their own or he could have been “commissioned” to do what he had done.

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“They seem pretty well equipped, some of these people that they’re catching.

“I know they were missing with the water, letting reserves go for one reason or another,” Gibson said in a recent interview with Fox News’ Laura Ingraham for The Ingraham Angle.

“They’ve been doing that a while. California has a lot of problems that sort of baffle the mind as far as why they do things.”

“And then in events like this, you sort of look, well, it is on purpose?

“Which, it’s an insane thing to think. But one begins to ponder whether or not there is a purpose in mind. What could it be? You know, what do they want? The state empty? I don’t know,” he added.

“But they seem pretty well equipped, these people that they are catching.”

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His claims sparked controversy among people.

“Conspiracy theories are his last claims to fame,” someone wrote on Twitter. “While people in California are fighting fires, these two are busy lighting fires,” another added. “Shameful,” a third posted.

Ingraham commented on what Gibson had to say, saying there have already been rumblings about high-density housing in the areas affected by the fires. The award-winning actor compared the situation with “old cattle barons clearing people off the land.”

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What happened to this 70s TV icon

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Until this very day, An Officer and a Gentleman remains one of the most iconic romantic dramas there are and a benchmark of what true love should stand for. However, the film wouldn’t be what it is without the stunning performances of Richard Gere and beautiful Debra Winger.

Even today, at the age of 69, Winger looks as enchanting as ever.

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At the age of 18, the actress was involved in a life-threatening accident. While working at an amusement park, she fell off a truck, resulting in a cerebral hemorrhage that left her partially paralyzed and blind for 10 months. Despite the odds, she had regained her sight and pursued career in acting.

Winger’s acting career started back in 1976 with the film Slumber Party ‘57. What followed was the role of Drusilla, the younger sister to Lynda Carter’s Diana Prince in Wonder Woman.

During the 1980’s, Winger landed three roles in three movies which took her to stardom and helped her make a name for herself.

In 1980, she starred in Urban Cowboy, with John Travolta, who the world went crazy about following his smooth dance moves in Saturday Night Fever (1977) and Grease (1988); she then starred as Paula in An Officer and a Gentleman (1982) and as Emma in Terms of Endearment (1983), alongside Shirley MacLaine.

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Amid her success, Winger took some time off Hollywood, and today, four decades later, there are still speculations of the reasons for her hiatus.

Rumor has it that she had it enough of Richard Gere on set.

According to an excerpt published on ABC News from the book, “An Actor and a Gentleman,” by co-star, Louis Gossett Jr., who played Sgt. Emil Foley: “The onscreen chemistry between the two of them was terrific, but it was a different story once the camera was turned off. They couldn’t have stayed farther apart from each other.”

Further, Gossett claimed that Winger described Gere as “a brick wall” when it came to his acting and referred to the director Taylor Hackford as to “animal.”

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When she played Emma, Winger’s free-spirited character clashed with that of prolific MacLaine. “To see how my character would feel I was wearing all my leftover movie-star fur coats,” MacLaine said in an interview with People of her first meeting with her co-star on the set of Terms of Endearment. “There was Debra dressed in combat boots and a miniskirt…I thought, ‘Oh my goodness.’”

“Indeed, the set became the source of Hollywood’s most relished rumors. Winger wanted top billing. One reportedly slugged the other,” People wrote.

Things between MacLaine and Winger turned even more heated when both actresses were nominated for an Academy Award which MacLaine received. In her acceptance speech, the veteran actress said, “I deserve this!”

Winger, however, said that her break for Hollywood was due to personal reasons and had nothing to do with her relationship with some of her co-stars.

“The parts that were coming, I wasn’t interested in. I’d already done that or I’d already felt that. I needed to be challenged. My life challenged me more than the parts, so I dove into it fully,” Winger told People.

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Following her role in Forget Paris, 1995, Winger took a six-year break during which she tied the knot with actor Arliss Howard with whom she shares a son. She also became a step-mother from his son from a previous relationship. Winger herself had a child from her first marriage to Timothy Hutton.

Winger reappeared in the 2001 film Big Bad Love, which was directed and produced by her husband, who also co-starred alongside Winger and Rosanna Arquette, who’s next project was 2002 film Searching for Debra Winger. As director of the documentary, Arquette attempts to answer why Winger temporarily abandoned her career at the peak of her career.

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Other films Winger took part in are Rachel Getting Married (2008) with Anne Hathaway, the 2017 romcom The Lovers, and the crime-comedy, Kajillionaire (2020), among the rest.

“I don’t know what Hollywood is. I’m living under the freaking sign now, and I just stare at it and laugh. Los Angeles is a place, but the idea of Hollywood doesn’t really exist for me,” Winger said. She added: “…although there must be some in-crowds that I just don’t know about.”

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Winger remains a significant part of the movie industry and looks as stunning as ever.

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