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Easy Malteser Tray Bake

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Malteser tray bake Total: 30 mins | Serves: 12 The Malteser tray bake - a sweet treat that's often reserved for store-bought indulgence. But why settle for a mass-produced version when you can make a homemade Malteser tray bake that's not only delicious, but also tailored to your taste? By making it at home, you can control the quality of the ingredients, like the rich milk chocolate and crunchy digestive biscuits, and add your own personal touch. For instance, you can use an extra 100g of milk or white chocolate as topping to give it an extra layer of flavor. With just a few simple ingredients, including 200g of milk chocolate, 250g of crushed digestive biscuits, and 225g of Maltesers, you can create a Malteser tray bake that's fresher, cheaper, and more satisfying than anything you'd find in a store. Plus, you get to enjoy the fun of crushing those digestive biscuits and ...

Stripe Acquires OpenRouter

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I've been following the news about Stripe's reported $7B acquisition of OpenRouter, and one thing that really caught my attention is how it's going to affect the valuation of similar businesses. Take fal.ai, for example - they recently raised funds at an $8B valuation, which seems pretty steep considering they have significantly less traffic than OpenRouter. It makes me wonder, what's driving these valuations, and are they really justified? The more I think about it, the more I'm not sure I buy into the idea that these valuations are entirely rational. I mean, we've seen this story play out before - a company gets a high valuation, and then suddenly everyone else in the space is worth just as much, if not more. It's like the whole industry is playing a game of valuation limbo, where the goal is to see how high you can go without getting knocked off. But what happens when the music stops, and these companies actually have to start delivering on their ...

Qwen 3.8 27B Performance

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I've been playing around with the Qwen 3.8 27B model, and I've got to say, it's a beast when it comes to generating high-quality pelican SVGs. The level of detail is impressive, and it's clear that the model has a deep understanding of what makes a pelican look like a pelican. But, as I dug deeper, I started to notice that it's not all sunshine and rainbows - the model's tendency to overthink can significantly impact speed. It's like it's trying too hard to be perfect, and that can be a real problem when you're working on a project with a tight deadline. What's interesting is that this isn't the only model that Qwen has released recently. Just last week, they dropped the Qwen 3.8 2.4T-A95B, which is an even larger model. I haven't had a chance to play around with it yet, but I'm curious to see how it compares to the 27B model. One thing that's caught my attention, though, is the md by WorkOS feature, which allows agents to...

Easy Oat Crumble Topping

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Oat crumble topping Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 20 mins | Total: 30 mins | Serves: 4 Oat crumble topping Ingredients Porridge oats (140g) Golden caster sugar (50g) Butter (100g) Ground cinnamon (optional) – a good pinch Instructions Step 1 In a large bowl, combine the oats and sugar, using your fingers or a whisk to break up any clumps. Toss everything for about 30 seconds until the sugar is evenly speckled through the oats and no dry streaks remain. That’s your crumble base, ready for the next step. Step 2 ...

Easy Savoury Rice

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Savoury rice Total: 40 mins | Serves: 3 The first time I had Savoury Rice, I was at a friend's dinner party and I was blown away by the depth of flavour in such a simple dish. It was as if the combination of sautéed onion, mushrooms, and red pepper had infused the long grain rice with a richness that was both comforting and exciting. I remember going back for seconds, and even thirds, of that Savoury Rice, and wondering how something so straightforward could be so delicious. As I later found out, the key to this recipe lies in the balance of ingredients, including the addition of a juicy tomato and a sprinkle of vegetable stock powder, which adds a subtle boost to the overall taste. Now, whenever I make Savoury Rice, I'm reminded of that initial surprise and delight, and I love how the aroma of onion and mushrooms fills my kitchen as the rice cooks to perfection with 550ml of boili...

Firefox iOS Ad Blocker Update

I've been waiting for Mozilla to bring a native adblocker to Firefox for iOS, and it's finally here. The latest update is a significant improvement, enhancing both user experience and security. What's interesting, though, is that this move isn't just about blocking ads - it's also a response to the reality that some websites just don't load properly with certain browser extensions enabled. I've lost count of how many times I've encountered a site that wouldn't load, only to find out that it was due to a browser extension or a quirky network issue. The issue of websites failing to load is more common than you'd think. Sometimes it's a browser extension that's causing the problem, other times it's a network issue or a browser setting that's gotten in the way. I've seen it happen on multiple occasions, and it's frustrating - you're trying to get to a particular site, and instead, you're stuck with an error message....

Claude System Prompts Improve Language Generation Models

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I've been following the developments in language generation for years, and I have to say, Claude's latest models have caught my attention. The way their system prompts are designed is genuinely surprising - it's not just about tweaking existing algorithms, but rather a fundamental shift in how they approach language generation. I'm not sure if it's going to revolutionize the field, but it's definitely worth taking a closer look. What's interesting about Claude's latest models, including Claude 4.6 and Claude Opus 5, is how they're pushing the boundaries of what's possible with language generation. I've seen some impressive demos, but I'm also aware that impressive demos don't always translate to real-world applications. So, I've been digging deeper to understand what's actually going on under the hood. It's clear that Claude is trying to solve some of the long-standing issues with language models, but I'm not c...

Oreo Truffle Bliss

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Easy peasy Oreo truffles Total: 1 hrs 15 mins The allure of Oreo truffles from a fancy bakery or store can be tempting, but have you ever stopped to think about the magic of making them at home with a recipe like Easy peasy Oreo truffles? Not only will you save a pretty penny, but you'll also get to enjoy the satisfaction of creating something truly special in the comfort of your own kitchen. With just a few simple ingredients like Oreo cookies, cream cheese, and white chocolate, you can whip up a batch of these decadent treats that are sure to impress. The best part? You get to control the quality and freshness of each component, ensuring that your Easy peasy Oreo truffles turn out rich, creamy, and utterly addictive - and with the addition of a hint of vanilla extract, they're sure to be a hit. By making Easy peasy Oreo truffles at home, you'll discover that the process is ju...