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Daily Mirror
6 days ago
- Health
- Daily Mirror
Genius food storage method means bananas stay fresh for '3 months'
Bananas are a great source of vitamins and minerals, but they can be quick to spoil - but WRAP has shared a clever food storage hack to keep them fresh for up to three months. Bananas, while full of goodness, can be tricky to store and quick to spoil. But smart shoppers have stumbled upon a trick to stop them rotting and keep the bananas usable for as long as three months. With food costs skyrocketing and the pinch on purses getting tighter, this method could help you save money and cut down on those extra trips to the grocer. It's also a solid step towards cutting down on food waste, a mission that WRAP (The Waste and Resources Action Programme) champions. That's why they're sharing tips to keep your bananas fresh. WRAP – which runs the Love Food Hate Waste initiative – suggests that by freezing bananas in a sealed bag or an airtight box, you can stave off spoilage for a whopping three months. So when those banana skins begin to show spots and soften, don't bin them – peel and freeze them instead. Frozen, these bananas become the star ingredient for smoothies, banana bread mixes, or a moreish healthy ice cream option, reports the Express. Bear in mind that you should safely defrost them in the fridge, not at room temperature, to ensure they remain safe to consume. WRAP saus: "Bananas can be frozen in a sealed bag or container for up to three months." They also emphasise the need for safe defrosting, saying that after being taken out of the freezer "it's important to defrost it safely". WRAP recommends defrosting the banana in the fridge and using it "within 24 hours". If time is short, put those bananas in your microwave's "defrost setting" to thaw them more quickly. If you're not keen on freezing bananas, store them in "somewhere nice and cool, in a cupboard or on the side" for safekeeping. But whatever you do, don't put bananas in the fridge unless you want them to turn brown at breakneck speed. Why should you freeze bananas? For a nice sweet treat, put some frozen bananas into the oven with a splash of honey for a toasty treat that'll have you feeling all warm and fuzzy inside. For the more adventurous, try tossing bananas into a vegetable curry or smash them into a sandwich filling.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
WRAP EU leads textile extended producer responsibility talks
The WRAP EU talks brought together European Commission officials, executives from the textile and fashion industry, representatives from non-profit organisations, trusts, foundations, and additional stakeholders. The agenda for the event was to explore strategies for the EU to transition from the traditional linear model of consumption, characterised by the pattern of take, make, and dispose, to a Circular Living approach that emphasises reuse, repair, and remanufacturing. Textiles, and other manufactured goods are collectively responsible for approximately 45% of global greenhouse gas emissions, making the change relevant in these sectors. The special meeting was convened following the postponement in the final vote on the revised Waste Framework Directive. Due to this delay, member states have started accumulating large quantities of used textiles in compliance with requirements effective from January 2025, said WRAP. However, they are doing so without adequate infrastructure to process these materials and with a lack of comprehensive national textile Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) schemes to facilitate development or growth. WRAP, which focuses on EPR development across the textiles and fashion sector, presented its analysis on varying EPR policies across Europe concerning plastics and its collaboration with the Irish Government to establish a textile EPR scheme in anticipation of the Directive. The summit featured keynotes and discussions led by Catherine David and David Rogers, director of international development at WRAP. Notable speakers included Klaus Berend from DG SANTE at the European Commission, Laura Lourdelle from Sodexo, Paul Kerssens from United Repair Centre, and Stéphane Leroux from IFWC. Catherine David was introduced as the new CEO of WRAP during the meeting, along with Sofie Schop as executive director of WRAP EU. Catherine David assumed the role effective 1 June 2025 to propel the charity's sustainability initiatives globally. 'The incoming textiles EPR will touch every member from Copenhagen to Milan and change how countries make and manage clothes for good. Its Waste Framework Directive is world-leading in ambition for transformative collaborative action, underscored by its long track record of sustainable leadership. Driving Circular Living models on this scale will have a profound impact on global actions to cut greenhouse gas emissions. I am delighted to convene this meeting to show how this should be a blueprint for more action from more countries, more businesses and more governments to secure a prosperous and sustainable future for us all,' said David. Sofie Schop has over two decades of experience in ESG and circular economy principles and having held significant roles at various organisations including Versuni, PVH, Tommy Hilfiger, Karl Lagerfeld, G-STAR RAW, Cascale, Schuttelaar & Partners and Fair Wear Foundation. Under this new role, Schop will lead WRAP EU's efforts to integrate sustainability practices into business operations throughout Europe. "WRAP EU leads textile extended producer responsibility talks" was originally created and published by Just Style, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
Powys County Times
29-05-2025
- Business
- Powys County Times
Penrhos Farm distillery launches 'wonky' strawberry gin
AN AWARD-WINNING farm distillery near the Powys border has launched a new limited-edition gin by tackling an annual problem agriculture faces. Penrhos Farm near Kington have made a limited-edition strawberry gin made entirely from "wonky" strawberries that would otherwise go to waste. With UK farmers losing £648 million annually from rejected horticultural crops according to WRAP global environmental action group, this initiative tackles food waste while creating a premium product just in time for tennis season. New nationwide research released by Penrhos suggests almost one in five 18 to 44 year olds plan to drink cocktails when watching the tennis this summer which is more than the one in seven of the same age group who will drink traditional wine and beer at this summer's events such as Wimbledon. Each bottle saves 100g of strawberries from waste, addressing the 10,000 tonnes of UK strawberries rejected annually for cosmetic reasons. Harriet Evans, co-founder of Penrhos Gin, said: "We're proving that sustainability and sophistication aren't mutually exclusive. Our strawberry gin recipe has been perfected over the last year and the final recipe has been selected by our Penrhos gin taster panel, made up of members of the British public."
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Wisconsin plays part in FDA-approved Alzheimer's blood testing
The Brief The FDA recently approved the first-ever blood test to help confirm Alzheimer's disease. Plasma samples that the FDA analyzed came from a pair of UW Health studies. The FDA only cleared this test for people ages 55 and older who are already showing signs of cognitive decline. MILWAUKEE - Doctors describe current tests for Alzheimer's disease as invasive and expensive. Now, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has cleared a new one: a blood test that looks to change that. What we know Before last week, those living with cognitive decline had two options: a spinal tap or a PET scan on the brain. There's a cheaper, low-barrier third option, thanks in a large part to willing Wisconsinites. FREE DOWNLOAD: Get breaking news alerts in the FOX LOCAL Mobile app for iOS or Android It was the talk of the night at a Wednesday event for the Wisconsin Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association. This group walks every year to end the disease. Dionne Ojeda joined a few years ago after her mom was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. Her dad's mother also died from it. It's why she signed up for a UW Health study, the Wisconsin Registry for Alzheimer's Prevention (WRAP), to get tested. "We don't know yet if it's hereditary — so I wanted to know," Ojeda said. "Oh, I just wanted to jump up and down. It's amazing." On Wednesday, the health provider shared that roughly 40% of the plasma samples that the FDA analyzed to clear this new blood test for Alzheimer's came from a pair of UW Health studies. What they're saying Dr. Nathaniel Chin is the medical director for both studies. He notes the blood test was 92% accurate when compared to the spinal tap. For samples with the Alzheimer's-related proteins, the accuracy jumped to 97% for negative samples. Chin said this will allow earlier testing, which leads to other benefits. "It's really because of the great Wisconsin participants that we now have something, that's pretty revolutionary," Chin said. "So, just earlier care, so people can make lifestyle interventions — that would be exercising, sleep, diet, social engagement." Though it's unclear if her data was used, Ojeda said she's excited for the results this test could bring down the road. "I am so elated, because I don't like doing things where I feel like it's not making a difference," she said. "We actually made a difference." SIGN UP TODAY: Get daily headlines, breaking news emails from FOX6 News The FDA only cleared this test for people ages 55 and older who are already showing signs of cognitive decline. What you can do We talked about accuracy numbers, but the cost is impressive too. A PET scan can run up to $6,000 without insurance; it's around $1,000 with insurance and co-pay. The spinal tap is around $1,000, too. Chin estimates this blood test will be in the $100-200 range. The Source The information in this post was collected and produced by FOX6 News with information from UW Health.
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Woman arrested for attacking officer with scissors in RC
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – Rapid City police were dispatched at around 5:05 a.m. on Wednesday for a report of a suspicious individual at 1314 Luna Avenue, according to a news release. Rosebud Sioux Tribe declares state of emergency Reportedly, an unknown woman had gone behind the hotel's front desk without permission from employees, and was refusing to leave. On arrival, police located her after she'd entered a back office of the hotel. She was later identified as 28-year-old Jobeth Morrisette of Batesland. As an officer began escorting her out of the office and made their way towards the exit, Morrisette lunged for a pair of scissors on a nearby desk, grabbed them, and turned towards the officer. Jackley targets $525 million for prison spending The officer then grabbed her and brought her to the ground, commanding her to drop the scissors. Another officer arrived to assist in getting Morrisette detained. According to the news release, she was non-compliant, and subsequently placed in a WRAP safety restraint system. She was placed under arrest for aggravated assault on law enforcement, impersonation to deceive law enforcement, resisting arrest, and a probation hold. She was transported to the Pennington County jail. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
