RODNEY COOK JR

Apr 12 2026OPINION

A year of eating like it's 1950

Cooking with beef tallow sounds like a time machine to the Eisenhower era. Back then, heart disease was the top killer and doctors blamed fatty foods. Today, scientists still warn that tallow is packed with artery-clogging saturated fat—six times more per spoonful than canola oil. Yet some wellness

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Mar 24 2025SPORTS

Texas Basketball: The Search for a New Leader

Rodney Terry's time as the Texas Longhorns' head coach came to a sudden end. After just two full seasons, he was let go. The news broke after the Longhorns' disappointing loss to Xavier in the First Four of the NCAA Tournament. This loss was the final straw for a season filled with missed chances an

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Feb 07 2025LIFESTYLE

Mastering the Art of Soft Boiled Eggs: A Science-Fueled Approach

Cooking a soft-boiled egg might seem simple, but getting the textures right can be tricky. The yolk needs to be smooth and creamy, while the white should be firm but not rubbery. This isn't always easy because the yolk and the white cook at different temperatures. Cooking an egg for too long re

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Oct 26 2024ENTERTAINMENT

The Dating Game Gone Wrong: A True Crime Story

Rodney Alcala, known for his appearances on "The Dating Game" show, was a serial killer who fooled many. He even tricked show producers and contestants into thinking he was harmless. A recent Netflix movie, "Woman of the Hour, " directed by Anna Kendrick, is causing a stir. One of Alcala's survivors

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Oct 19 2024CRIME

The Serial Killer Who Won a TV Date

Rodney Alcala was a charming man who won a date on a popular TV show. But little did the show’s producers know, he was already a serial killer. In 1978, he appeared on "The Dating Game, " charming the bachelorette Cheryl Bradshaw. However, she felt something wasn't right and refused the date. This d

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Oct 18 2024FINANCE

Microsoft's Untapped Potential: A Turnaround Story

JR Research, a top analyst in the tech and software sectors, sees Microsoft as a promising investment opportunity. He focuses on finding growth stocks with strong potential and bargain prices. Microsoft, once a high-flyer, has taken a hit recently. But JR Research believes this could be a chance to

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Oct 07 2024FINANCE

Big Budget Problem for Cook County in 2025

Cook County has a big problem on its hands. The county is looking at a $218 million budget gap next year. Why such a huge gap? Well, it's mainly because of the raises given to county employees and the increasing pension payments that come with those raises. But here's an interesting twist – this yea

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