2 Slice off the top of the artichoke: Slice about 3/4 inch to an inch off the tip of the artichoke. A serrated bread knife works great for this. 3 Remove small petals at the base: Pull off any smaller petals towards the base and on the stem.
Authorities say Ralston, who gained widespread attention when he cut off his forearm to free himself after becoming trapped by a dislodged boulder in a Utah canyon, was arrested Sunday, Dec. 8, 2013 in Denver for domestic violence. (AP/Evan Agostini, File)
Uncle wrestles shark to save boy's severed arm. A BOY of eight has had his arm sewn back on after it was bitten off by a shark. His uncle wrestled with the 7ft bull shark and dragged it to shore where it was shot and the arm retrieved from its gullet.