Source: Elle.com Lara Stone, the Dutch supermodel, has captivated audiences around the world with her stunning looks and undeniable talent. With her unique features and undeniable charm, Lara has become a prominent figure in the fashion industry, gracing the covers of countless magazines and walking the runways for the biggest fashion houses. But there is more to Lara Stone than meets the eye. Beyond her glamorous exterior lies a fascinating life filled with intriguing stories and achievements.

Bitter melon is a polarising plant. Some people love it, others abhor its bitter flavour. Despite the name, the taste is actually not too overwhelming. In Chinese cuisine, bitter melon is sometimes called a “gentleman’s vegetable” because it doesn’t impart its bitterness on other ingredients when cooked. You’ll often find it stir-fried with fermented black beans or gently tossed with salted duck eggs. Its bitter taste is lent by compounds called cucurbitacins, substances that can be found in watermelon, squash, cucumber and other gourds.

The Manila company that operates the Ringside and a number of other hotels and bars in the same area clearly does extremely well out of the quirky attraction it advertises on billboards outside as “midget boxing”. At a time when many neighbouring bars are empty as a result of President Rodrigo Duterte’s bloody war on drugs, the Ringside’s boxing dwarfs are pulling in money-spinning crowds. But while the benefits for the bar owners are obvious, the rewards for the dwarfs are comparatively minuscule.

A juicy McDonald's hamburger is a common go-to lunch for many folks who are attempting to stay within their monthly budget. One TikTok user claims that because of its skyrocketing prices, the fast food business McDonald's should now be regarded as one of America's most 'luxury' restaurants. Customer slams McDonalds' rising prices TikTok user Freddie Smith brought this to light in his viral video regarding the price hikes at McDonald's, where hash browns now cost $3 per.

Trigger Warning: This article contains references to suicide Prince William attended the private funeral service of his cousin, Lady Gabriella Kingston’s husband, Thomas Kingston, on Tuesday without his wife Kate Middleton. The royal family came together to honor Kingston, who passed away on February 25, 2024, at the age of 45. Over 100 friends and family members gathered for the private service at the Chapel Royal in St. James’ Palace in London.