The U.S. and Britain launch missile strikes against Houthi rebels in Yemen, who have been attacking ships in the Red Sea. Plus, the "sticker hack" that can get young children to eat their vegetables, and how to master proper form when doing squats to strengthen your legs. |
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The United States and Britain launched missile strikes against the Houthi rebels in Yemen yesterday after weeks of mounting attacks by the Iran-backed militant group in the Red Sea. The Houthis, who say their actions are aimed at supporting Hamas, vowed retaliation. The rebel group has been attacking commercial ships in the Red Sea, damaging vessels and disrupting more than $200 billion of global trade, according to CNBC. Yesterday's missile strikes by the U.S. and Britain threatened to expand the conflict in the Middle East beyond Israel's war in Gaza. Here's what to know about the Houthi rebel group. |
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Getting young children to eat their vegetables is an age-old problem, but one Utah dad may have found the solution. In a video he shared on Instagram, Levi Jensen applies kid-friendly stickers to fruits and vegetables in a bid to get his 2-year-old daughter, Aria, to choose a healthy option. She surveys her choices and takes a bite of a pepper with a sticker of Elsa and Anna from "Frozen" on it. "Food marketers have known this for years and have used this to attract kids to highly processed foods," Jensen captioned the video. "So why not use this to make healthier food options more attractive to our kids?" Science agrees, as researchers found in a study last year that cartoon characters influence kids' food preferences. Keep reading. |
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Are you ready to try some flowers in your food? Edible petals and bold floral flavors like lavender and rose are among the trends that chefs and food experts predict will show up in cocktails, salads and desserts this year. Also on the list: ultra-spicy condiments for adventurous eaters, and a wider variety of quality non-alcoholic cocktails for anyone looking to keep the Dry January vibe going into the coming months. See all the food trends here. |
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Squats are a strength-building exercise that can make picking up the groceries or scooping up a toddler easier on your back, but using proper form is crucial. Common mistakes like starting a squat at the knees or bending too far forward can reduce their effectiveness. TODAY fitness contributor Stephanie Mansour has tips to master the correct squat form, plus 4 exercises to help you squat better if you're just learning. |
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Forget the frigid winter and imagine a warm Miami breeze as you snack on these Cuban sandwiches with potato sticks from chef and Caja Caliente owner Mika Leon. Combine the traditional ingredients of marinated pork, sliced ham, cheese and pickles with some potato sticks for added crunch. If you can't find Cuban bread, slider buns work just fine. Get the recipe. |
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A little pick-me-up before you go. |
It's been nearly 15 years since pilot Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger (above right) guided US Airways Flight 1549 to a safe landing on New York's Hudson River after its engines were damaged by a bird strike. Sully wasn't the only hero of the "Miracle on the Hudson," as a group of divers with the NYPD's Elite SCUBA team also made sure all 150 passengers survived. Michael Delaney, Robert Rodriguez and Michael Hendrix swam inside the sinking plane to help rescue anyone stuck in the icy waters. The hero pilot and divers all reunited on TODAY a few days before the anniversary of an ordeal they'll never forget. "Thank you for everything you did for us that day," Sullenberger told them. See the heartwarming moment here. |
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