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European lawmakers urge for Olympics ban on Russia, Belarus

European lawmakers have urged the International Olympic Committee to exclude Russian and Belarusian athletes from the 2024 Paris Games because of the war in Ukraine. Lawmakers at the 46-nation Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe say it's preferable to the IOC continuing to seek ways to let individual athletes from the two countries compete as neutrals in international sport. A PACE committee hearing in Strasbourg, France, will help draft a future report on the question of barring athletes and officials from the Olympic movement because of the military invasion of Ukraine.

Birthdays – April 25

Actor Al Pacino is 83. "Dancing With the Stars" judge Len Goodman is 79. Bassist Stu Cook of Creedence Clearwater Revisited is 78. Singer Bjorn Ulvaeus of ABBA is 78. Actor Talia Shire is 78. Actor Jeffrey DeMunn ("The Green Mile") is 76. Country singer-songwriter Rob Crosby is 69. Actor Hank Azaria ("The Simpsons") is 59. Singer Andy Bell of Erasure is 59. Bassist Eric Avery of Jane's Addiction is 58. Guitarist Rory Feek of Joey and Rory is 58. Former "Early Show" host Jane Clayson is 56. Actor Gina Torres ("I Think I Love My Wife") is 54. Actor Renee Zellweger is 54. Actor Jason Lee ("My Name Is Earl," "Almost Famous") is 53. Actor Jason Wiles ("Third Watch") is 53. Actor Emily Bergl ("Southland") is 48. Actor Marguerite Moreau ("The O.C.," "Life As We Know It") is 46. Singer Jacob Underwood of O-Town is 43. Actor Allisyn Snyder ("A.P. Bio," "Sonny With a Chance") is 27. Actor Jayden Rey ("The Conners") is 14.

Devils win again at MSG to tie first-round series with Rangers

NEW YORK — Jonas Siegenthaler scored the tiebreaking goal in the third period, Akira Schmid had 22 saves in another shutdown start and the New Jersey Devils beat the New York Rangers 3-1 Monday night to even their first-round playoff series at two games apiece.

1. Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel Bites

If you can’t take a trip to the mall without hitting the pretzel stand, this recipe from Handle the Heat is for you. These homemade cinnamon sugar pretzel bites are a spot-on Auntie Anne’s dupe. Serve them with cream cheese frosting for a sweet treat.

2. Soft Pretzels Filled with Spinach and Feta

Pretzels aren’t just a delicious snack. They can also be a filling meal when done right. Quiet Baking Day’s spinach and feta stuffed pretzels are a fantastic adult and kid-friendly make-ahead meal. You can serve these elevated soft pretzels with soup or salad for a more balanced plate.

3. Homemade Pretzel Rolls

These tasty and chewy homemade pretzel rolls from Bless This Mess can be served in a variety of ways. Grab one as a snack, dip them in cheese or mustard, or use them as sandwich buns for sliders or egg and cheese breakfast rolls.

4. Garlic and Herb Pretzel Sticks

Move over, breadsticks. Pretzel sticks are where it’s at. These herby, garlicky pretzel sticks from The Chunky Chef are decadently buttery and downright delicious. Pair them with a cheesy soup and your favorite IPA for a homemade take on your favorite pub food.