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  Fish tacos are a delightful and flavorful dish. Here's a simple recipe to prepare them: ### Ingredients : #### For the Fish: - 1 pound white fish fillets (such as cod or tilapia) - 1 teaspoon ground cumin - 1 teaspoon chili powder - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder - Salt and pepper to taste - Olive oil for cooking #### For the Slaw: - 2 cups shredded cabbage or coleslaw mix - 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro - 1 tablespoon mayonnaise - 1 tablespoon lime juice - Salt and pepper to taste #### For Assembling: - Corn or flour tortillas - Avocado slices - Lime wedges - Hot sauce (optional) ### Instructions : 1. **Prepare the Fish:**    - In a small bowl, mix cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.    - Rub the spice mixture over both sides of the fish fillets.    - Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Cook the fish for 3-4 minutes per side or until it flakes easily with a fork. 2. **Make the Slaw:**    - In a bowl, combine shredded cabbage, cilantro, mayonnaise, lime

  Avocado toast is a simple yet delicious dish that has gained popularity for its combination of creamy avocado and toasted bread. To prepare avocado toast, start by selecting a ripe avocado. Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the green flesh into a bowl. Mash the avocado with a fork and add a pinch of salt and pepper for seasoning. Optionally, you can add a squeeze of lemon juice for a citrusy kick. Meanwhile, toast your preferred type of bread until golden brown. Once toasted, spread the mashed avocado evenly over the bread. Some variations include topping it with cherry tomatoes, radishes, poached eggs, or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for added flavor. Avocado toast makes for a versatile and satisfying dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, brunch, or as a quick and nutritious snack. To make a basic avocado toast, you'll need the following ingredients: 1. **Ripe Avocado:**    - Choose a ripe avocado with a creamy texture. 2. **Bread:**    - Use your preferred

 The United States of America, often referred to as the USA or simply the U.S., is a vast and diverse nation located in North America. Established through a revolutionary spirit, it gained independence from British rule in 1776 and subsequently crafted a pioneering constitution in 1787. Home to a population of diverse cultures and backgrounds, the U.S. is characterized by its democratic governance, economic prowess, and global influence. From the iconic landscapes of the Grand Canyon to the bustling metropolis of New York City, the country boasts a wide range of attractions. Throughout its history, the U.S. has faced and overcome challenges, evolving into a beacon of freedom, innovation, and opportunity on the world stage. Certainly! The United States offers a diverse range of destinations for every type of traveler. Here are some notable places to visit: 1. **New York City, New York:**    - Explore iconic landmarks like Times Square, Central Park, and the Statue of Liberty.    - Enjoy

  While we take stocks on various events of 2023 as we come to the end of another year , the way Australian cricket shaped up in 2023 was mind blowing .  2023 has certainly been one of the greatest years of Australian cricket ever particularly from June onwards .  The year started with Australia winning their home test series vs South Africa which was on expected lines .  Then of course they had their disappointment in the Border Gavaskar series of 4 test matches in India losing it by 2-1 and thus failing in their quest of conquering their final frontier .  However that one test win at Indore confirmed their final spot for the World test Championship vs India .  The turnaround started when Australia beat India in 3 match ODI series by 2-1  giving them the belief for the world cup later in the year .  The World test Championship final was held at the Oval London and Australia played outstanding cricket in another final beating India by 209 runs to win the World test Championship for 202

  Another year passes as we usher in a new year 2024 . Looking back at 2023 for Indian cricket , it was certainly another disappointing year . Indian men's team had their chances to script great history and make 2023 as probably the greatest ever year  in Indian cricket history but it was not to be . The year did start well with the home test series win over Australia in the Border Gavaskar trophy  by 2-1 margin but it was on expected lines as it was a home series and India wins at home regardless.  However that series win confirmed India's place in the high profile WTC final . In the ODI series that followed soon after  , India went on to lose to Australia by 2-1 .  The much awaited WTC final of the 2021-23 cycle was played at the Oval London between India and Australia  . India had a chance to create history after their loss in the previous cycle but magnificent batting by the Aussies on day one put India on the backfoot  from which they never recovered and went on to lose by

   The Indian women's cricket team had to face defeat in the second consecutive match of the three-match ODI series against Australia and lose the same.  Even wicketkeeper Richa Ghosh's mature innings of 96 runs could not help the team win.  After winning the toss and batting first, the Australian team scored 258 runs for 8 wickets due to some good Indian spin bowling .  The Indian team failed to achieve this target and could score only 255 runs at the loss of 8 wickets.  By winning the match by 3 runs, the visiting team took an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series.  From India's side, young wicketkeeper batsman Richa Ghosh kept the team in the match by playing a brilliant innings of 96 runs.  Coming close to her first ODI century, she missed completing it by just 4 runs.  Richa played this innings hitting 13 fours in 117 balls.  For India, Jemimah Rodrigues played a crucial innings of 44 runs and had a fruitful stand with Richa  while opener Smriti Mandhana scored a sparkli

  Gordon Banks was an English goalkeeper born on December 30, 1937, and passed away on February 12, 2019. His career spanned from the late 1950s to the early 1970s, and he is widely regarded as one of the greatest goalkeepers in the history of football. Key achievements in Gordon Banks' career include: 1. **World Cup 1966:** Banks played a crucial role in England's victory in the 1966 World Cup. He was the goalkeeper in the final against West Germany, making important saves and contributing to England's historic 4-2 triumph. 2. **Save against Pelé:** In the 1970 World Cup quarter-final match between England and Brazil, Banks made an iconic save against Pelé's powerful header. Despite England eventually losing the match, Banks' save is often considered one of the greatest in the history of the sport. 3. **FIFA Goalkeeper of the Year:** Banks was named FIFA Goalkeeper of the Year six times between 1966 and 1971, highlighting his consistent excellence in the position.

  The year 2023 is drawing to a close . This is a time to reflect back and take stock of the positive happenings and achievements made by India .  We look back briefly as under :  First country to reach the South Pole of the Moon:  India became the first country in the world to reach the South Pole of the Moon in the year 2023.  ISRO has brought glory to India in the entire world.  With this, India became the fourth country in the world to successfully land on the Moon along with the United States, Russia and China.  Chandrayaan-3 mission was launched on July 14, 2023 from the Satish Dhawan Space Center in Sriharikota.  After which Vikram Lander made a successful landing near the south pole of the Moon on August 23, 2023.   Record for fastest 5G rollout:  The 2,00,000th 5G site in Gangotri, Uttarakhand was launched by Union Minister for Communications, Railways and Electronics and IT Ashwini Vaishnav and Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami.  In fact, with this, a record was

   As the year 2023 draws to a close it is time for us to take stock of India's Sporting achievements for the year which saw several international events where Indians excelled .  The top mention has to be for javelin maestro at just 25 years , Neeraj Chopra who went into the 2023 World Championships in Budapest as the outright favourite to clinch the gold medal and Neeraj completed a great victory to get crowned the world champion . He thus became just the third javelin thrower in history,  to simultaneously hold their continental, World and Olympic titles simultaneously. Neeraj then went on to defend his Asian Games gold medal as well later in the year to achieve the feat . The next achievement  was an unprecedented haul for the Indian contingent at the Hangzhou Asian Games. India ended with a total of 107 medals which included 28 gold, 38 silvers and 41 bronze. Never before had India's medal tally at the Asiad crossed 100.  In  badminton  , Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag

  Pakistan fought hard but  finally lost the 2nd test to Australia after a tense 4th day .  The team collapsed on the fourth day in the Melbourne Test final session after a fighting contest .  Australia won the test match by 79 runs and with this also won the 3 test match series.  In Melbourne, Australia had set a target of 317 runs for Pakistan, in response to which it could score only 237 runs in the second innings.  Earlier, Australia had scored 318 runs in the first innings.  In reply, Pakistan could score 264 runs.  The Australian team had scored 262 runs in its second innings.  After a huge defeat by 360 runs in the first Test played in Perth, Pakistan had a golden opportunity to win the Melbourne Test.  The target was 317 runs, for which he had two full days to achieve.  But, all the planning of Pakistan went in vain in front of Australian bowlers.  The result was that they could not save the series from losing. The day 4 started with Alex Carey playing a fluent knock of 52 runs

  The Indian team visit to South Africa for several years  to play Tests but the picture does not change.  Rohit Sharma's team is not winning the series this time either.  In the first Test, India ended in a batting failure at Centurion and lost by 32 runs and an innings to a 10 man South Africa.  Temba Bavuma could not bat for South Africa.  That did not stop India from losing.  On the first day of the Test, captain Bavuma had a leg strain while fielding.  He could no longer enter the field and did not even bat.  After that, South Africa won the match by batting only one innings.  India batted for 245 runs in the first innings.  If Lokesh Rahul had not played an innings of 101 runs in that innings, India would have finished with fewer runs.  In that innings, Rohit,  Jaiswal, Shubman Gill and others failed to handle the South African pacers.  The second innings was no different.  Jaiswal edged the first ball.  Wicketkeeper Kyle Verreyene dropped that catch.  Apart from this, three

  Indian mens and womens  cricket team lost in cricket on the same day.  Rohit Sharma's team  lost Test against South Africa in Centurion.  Harmanpreet Kaur & Co  lost within a few minutes of that match.  They lost against Australia in one day cricket.  Bengal's Saika Ishaque made her debut in that match.  India batted first in the women's match on Thursday.  Shefali Verma and Yastika Bhatia opened the day as Smriti Mandhana was unwell.  But the pair did not succeed.  Shefali got out after scoring only 1 run bowled by Darcie Brown .  Yastika however scored an impressive  49 runs studded with lovely straight drives , cuts and flicks  .  Harmanpreet went cheaply but Jemima Rodrigues batted great on this day.  She scored 82 runs off 77 balls showing her fluency on sweeps and offside strokes .  India scored 282 runs with Jemima's bat.  Deepti Sharma (21),  Amanjyot Kaur (20) and earlier Richa Ghosh (21) batting at 3 played useful cameos . However the final thrust came f

   Pakistan vs Australia Boxing Day Test match has reached an exciting phase.  There are still 2 full days of play left in the second test match of the 3-match series.  The total lead of the Australian team has become 241 runs.  Right now they have  4 wickets in hand .  The host team had a lead of 54 runs in the first innings.  Australia looked in big trouble when the Pakistani pacers ripped through their top order in the 2nd innings  to send them reeling at 16/4  but then the century partnership of Mitchell Marsh and Steve Smith brought Australia into the contest.  However, Pakistan's hopes are still alive.  The Pakistan team led by Shan Masood will have to quickly take the remaining four wickets of Australia on the fourth day.  Australia had lost the top 4 wickets for just 16 runs in their second innings. Khawaja (0) was caught behind off an unplayable delivery of Shaheen Afridi who soon had Marnus (4) caught down the leg side . Soon after lunch Hamza had Warner (6) played on and

 Beavertails are a Canadian pastry, shaped like a beaver's tail, and typically served with various toppings. Here's a simple recipe: ** Ingredients :** **For the Dough:** - 1 cup warm water (110°F/45°C) - 1 tablespoon active dry yeast - 1/4 cup granulated sugar - 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour - 1/2 teaspoon salt - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted - Vegetable oil for frying **For Toppings:** - Traditional: Powdered sugar and a squeeze of lemon - Other options: Cinnamon sugar, chocolate hazelnut spread, maple syrup, or your favorite toppings ** Instructions :** **1. Activate the Yeast:**    - In a bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy. **2. Make the Dough:**    - In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center.    - Pour the yeast mixture and melted butter into the well. Mix until a soft dough forms.    - Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth. **3. Rise:**    - Place the dough in

  Nanaimo Bars are a classic Canadian dessert with three layers: a crumbly, coconut and nut base, a custard-flavored middle layer, and a smooth chocolate topping. Here's a simple recipe: ** Ingredients :** **For the Base:** - 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted - 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar - 5 tablespoons (30g) cocoa powder - 1 large egg, beaten - 1 3/4 cups (175g) graham cracker crumbs - 1 cup (85g) shredded coconut - 1/2 cup (60g) chopped nuts (walnuts or almonds work well) **For the Middle Layer:** - 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened - 2 cups (250g) powdered sugar - 2 tablespoons (30g) vanilla custard powder (such as Bird's) - 2 tablespoons (30ml) milk **For the Top Layer:** - 4 ounces (115g) semi-sweet chocolate, chopped - 2 tablespoons (30g) unsalted butter ** Instructions :** **1. Base Layer:**    - In a medium-sized bowl, combine melted butter, sugar, cocoa powder, beaten egg, graham cracker crumbs, shredded coconut, and chopped nuts.    - Press the mixture

  India is under increasing pressure in the first Test.  South Africa have already led by 11 runs.  Five wickets still in hand.  Dean Elgar is at the crease and batting solidly .  It will be difficult for India to maintain the momentum of the match if they fail to pick up wickets at the start of the third day.  South Africa score 256/5 at the end of the second day.  India scored 245 runs in the first innings.  India started the second day's play with 208 runs for 8 wickets.  At that time Rahul was batting for 70 runs.  Siraj was with him.  It was not easy to make fast runs in cloudy weather.  Kagiso Rabada was bowling on the first day.  So Rahul plans to run against the rest of the bowlers.  He was playing like that.  Siraj accompanied him.  Rahul reached 95 runs by hitting sixes from 89 runs.  It looked like he would get his century in the next over.  But Siraj got out in that over.  The only one left was Prasidh Krishna.  Somehow he held his own.  Rahul hit the last ball of that

  Australia bowlers make crucial inroads in final session of the 2nd test as Pakistan batters mess up a great start .  Pakistan cricket team's struggles continues on its tour to Australia.  After losing the first Test, on the second day of the Boxing Day Test, the team lost 6 wickets before 200 runs in the first innings.  New captain Shan Masood played an enterprising half-century innings but former captain Babar Azam could score only 1 run.  Australia captain and fast bowler Pat Cummins on Wednesday dealt a blow to Pakistan's chances of returning to the second Test cricket match by taking 2 wickets in 4 balls.  The team had started well but after that its innings faltered and by the end of the second day's play, it was struggling at 194 runs for 6 wickets.  Australia had scored 318 runs in its first innings and thus it is now 124 runs ahead of Pakistan.  The second day of the game was very eventful and a total of 13 wickets fell on this day.  So far, Cummins has taken thre

  Butter tarts are a classic Canadian dessert known for their gooey, sweet filling encased in a buttery pastry shell. Here's a detailed overview of how they are typically made: ** Ingredients :** For the pastry: - 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed - 1/4 cup ice water - Pinch of salt For the filling: - 1/2 cup unsalted butter - 1 cup packed brown sugar - 1/4 cup corn syrup - 2 large eggs - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract - 1/2 cup raisins or pecans (optional) ** Instructions :** 1. **Prepare the Pastry:**    - In a food processor, combine the flour and salt.    - Add the chilled, cubed butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.    - Gradually add the ice water and pulse until the dough comes together.    - Shape the dough into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. 2. **Roll and Cut Pastry:**    - Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).    - On a floured surface, roll out the chilled pastry and cut it int

  Poutine is a Canadian dish originating from Quebec. It typically consists of french fries topped with cheese curds and smothered in gravy. Here's a basic breakdown of how it's made: 1. **Prepare the Fries:**    - Cut potatoes into thick strips for fries.    - Fry them until golden brown and crispy. Season with salt. 2. **Make the Gravy:**    - Prepare a beef or chicken gravy. You can use a pre-made mix or make it from scratch with broth, flour, and seasonings. 3. **Cheese Curds:**    - Use fresh cheese curds for authenticity. They should be at room temperature. 4. **Assembly:**    - Place the hot fries on a plate or in a dish.    - Sprinkle the cheese curds over the fries, allowing them to slightly melt from the heat. 5. **Pour the Gravy:**    - Pour hot gravy generously over the fries and cheese curds, ensuring everything is well-covered. 6. **Serve Immediately:**    - Poutine is best enjoyed immediately while the fries are crispy and the cheese is melting. Remember, there a

  Kagiso Rabada's high class bowling  tormented India's batting.  Lokesh Rahul fought hard .  His half-century ended the day at 208 for 8 for India .  The first day's play ended earlier due to rain.  Only 59 overs were played on the first day due to rain.  India lost 8 wickets in between.  Apart from Lokesh Rahul, none of India's batsmen could score big runs.  As a result, India is under pressure on the first day of the first Test against South Africa at Centurion.  At the end of the game, India were 208 for 8.  Kagiso Rabada took 5 wickets out of these 8 wickets.  Without Rahul, India would have been more ashamed.  South African captain Temba Bavuma won the toss and decided to bowl first.  India's two openers Rohit Sharma and Yashaswi Jaiswal were struggling from the start.  Kagiso Rabada and Marco Jansen were swinging the ball.  They were getting extra advantage from the pitch due to rain before the start of the game.  Rohit was out after 5 runs as he couldn't

  Solid batting by the top 3 batters in challenging conditions helped Australia to reach 187/3 on a rain marred day one of 2nd test vs Pakistan . After the openers batted solidly , Labuschagne ensured that the hosts stay ahead of the tourists.  Put in to bat in good bowling conditions Australia had a scare when Warner was dropped off a sitter very early . Both openers batted solidly thereafter to put on 90 before lunch before Warner (38) was caught in the slips off Salman on the stroke of lunch.  Post lunch , the Pakistani bowlers stepped up after a flat showing in the earlier session . Khawaja who was batting solidly and fluently , lost concentration at 42 as his cut shot off Hasan Ali was snapped up in the slips . With cloud cover developing the conditions favoured the bowlers but Labuschagne and Smith held firm till Smith (26) was caught behind off Jamal. At close Labuschagne (44*) and Head (9*) were batting as the hosts look the happier team .

  Jairzinho, whose full name is Jair Ventura Filho, is a retired Brazilian footballer who gained prominence for his contributions to the sport during the 1960s and 1970s. Born on December 25, 1944, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Jairzinho played as a forward and was known for his speed, skill, and goal-scoring ability. He is particularly celebrated for his role in Brazil's national team that won the 1970 FIFA World Cup in Mexico. Jairzinho played a crucial part in Brazil's success, scoring in every match of the tournament, including the final against Italy. His performance earned him the nickname "The Hurricane." Jairzinho also had a successful club career, playing for several teams in Brazil and internationally. His clubs included Botafogo in Brazil, Marseille in France, and Cruzeiro in Brazil. After retiring from professional football, Jairzinho ventured into coaching and has been involved in various capacities within the football community. His legacy as one of Brazil&