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The spring season continues to change the scenery of the North Mississippi Hill Country woodlands with the dogwood trees in full bloom, and often the old home places have wisteria vines that are akin to the kudzu vines that seem to overtake the host trees in a strangling mass with their lilac flowers vividly capturing my attention on a drive this early Monday morning to Tupelo. My real wake-up call as I was driving to meet a ‘grandarlin’ at our halfway point was that Easter Sunday is upon us. It will be a day of church services for the entire family, and the meal following the morning service will feature the five April birthdays plus their favorite cakes. A good meal is for sure to meet all the favorite requests of the honorees. So thankful for a family feast and gathering plus the opportunity as an American to enjoy the freedom to attend church and to serve a risen Savior!
Birthday wishes are to the following for April: Haley Stewart, Jeannette Jones, Pam Thrasher, Cecil Russell, Sondra McGann, Barry Daniels, Amelia Robbins, Marsha Carnes, Elaine Mitchell, Adam Carnes, Crystal McBrayer, Ainsley Hale, Melena House, Jo Hale, Michelle Poe, Jill Frohn, Janet Robbins, Kim Sullivan, and Amanda Hicks.
April anniversary wishes are to the following:
Derek and Jenny Oglesby, 24; and Will and Laura Faust, 11.
Get-well wishes are to the following: Alta Graham, Mary Graham, Kathy Montgomery, Patsy Graham, Chauncey Terry, Mike Graham, and Jean Logan.
Georgia Claire Campbell of Pontotoc, the bride-elect of Collins Finch, was honored with a bridal shower at the fellowship hall of Buchanan Baptist Church for their upcoming May wedding. Some of the hostesses for the occasion were the following: Danae Horton, Donna Bramlitt, Angie Shettles, and Lori Williams. The groom is the son of Randy and Penny B. Finch of Hamilton, and the bride is the daughter of Preston and Melissa M. Campbell of Pontotoc. Grandparents of the groom are Johnny Bramlitt (Donna) of Buchanan and of the late Deanie Nix Bramlitt.
Faye Dillard attended the bridal shower of Callie Stokes of Ecru, the bride-elect of Corie Lucroy, held at the fellowship hall of Longview Baptist Church on Sunday, April 10. Faye was a guest of the groom’s mother, Carla Howe (Bernie).
Sandy and Ricky Williams of Memphis attended the Ole Miss vs. Alabama baseball game on Saturday as Ricky’s nephew is one of the pitchers for the Crimsom Tide. While there, Sandy talked to her Brandon family cousin, Brad
Montgomery of Hurricane, who works UM Security for home games. Sandy is the daughter of the late Nubern and Floyce Brandon Long.
On the lawn at Ethel Warren’s home on Thaxton Road is a beautiful, dogwood tree as it is a vision of white blooms awaiting Easter Sunday.
Bro. Gene and Mrs. Carolyn Neil of South Carolina were guests of Bro. Philip and Mrs. Perri Brock and their family during the week of spring revival.
Attending the morning services at Hurricane Baptist on April 10 were Nora and James Lynch of Oxford with their grandparents, Lynn and Nellie Robbins. They are the children of Jessica and Jay Lynch.
Sondra Montgomery McGann of Chattanooga is in Hurricane for a spring visit with Tranny and Zelda Montgomery. While here, she will visit with those in the Benjamin-Montgomery families.
Bro. Clifton Waldron of Hurricane had the honor of throwing out the first pitch to formally begin the senior night festivities for NPAC as his and Cindy’s daughter Abby is a senior player for the Lady Vikings. Another senior is Brooke McBrayer, the daughter of Crystal and Stephen. Brooke’s grandmother, a native of Hurricane community, Beverly Cummings (Rusty) attended also. Beverly’s youngest brother, retired Coach Shane Montgomery, was honored during the program for his team that won the State Championship at NPAC. Also, Coach Shane will be inducted into the MHSAA Hall of Fame for Coaches later in the summer in Jackson as he also had State Champions at Tremont High and Ripley High in basketball. Also, both Abby and Brooke will represent NPAC in the upcoming All-Star game for softball in June. Congratulations are to these young ladies and to their Coach Dana Rhea.
Last week a photo featured in the Progress was an action shot of Lady Warrior, Kelsey Spears, the daughter of Brent and Dana Spears of Pontotoc. Hurricane grandparents are Mike and Lynn Spears, and her great-grandmother is Sue Spears. The team was on a winning streak last week; so looking forward to this week’s DJ rating.
Aden Hooker of New Site was selected as an All-Star for the NEMBCA game in Tupelo on June 4. Congratulations are to Aden from Hurricane. We are looking forward to this event as she is a senior. Coach Byron Sparks of New Site will coach this game.
I enjoyed talking to Jo Sneed (1965) and Jack Hale (1962) recently who were dining at Coffey’s near Rocky Ford. They were both good athletes at Hurricane High during the early and mid-1960’s as we played several quarters of basketball as well as Kay Richardson Graham (1961), all graduates of the years listed. I was in the last graduating Class of 1971 before consolidation took all the northern county schools to the NPAC campus. I have a great newspaper clipping from DJ Sports writer, the late Bill Ross, who wrote about if...“those old abandoned gyms or schools could talk...now most are torn down. Most recently the old Pope High gym bit the dust after sitting vacant for 50 plus years as it is now in South Panola. A great trip back in time is that of the old Thaxton gym that has been kept intact and is currently used for community events and rentals. Recently I have begun another “rabbit to run” by collecting old, basketball or any sports photos in Pontotoc and Union counties. The three Williamson grandchildren of the late Coach Arthur Norwood gave me a priceless gift of copies of some of his “glory days” teams from the 1930s to the 1960s, and I have been busy just identifying those players from other sources plus his induction materials and photo into the MHSAA Hall of Fame for Coaches. Take time and write names on the back of all your photos as I have been helping researchers from Texas document a lot of family history from almost 200 years of collections including tintypes. | https://www.djournal.com/new-albany/hurricane-news/article_04d98e7d-6a03-5960-af9f-86414d84815d.html | 2022-04-13T15:46:17 | 0 | https://www.djournal.com/new-albany/hurricane-news/article_04d98e7d-6a03-5960-af9f-86414d84815d.html |
Itawamba Community College’s Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble will present a spring concert at 6:30 p.m., Apr. 21, in the W.O. Benjamin Fine Arts Center auditorium on the Fulton Campus.
The event is part of a week-long celebration of the arts at ICC.
Participants include
Symphonic Band – Sarah Gonzalez-Oribe, Eryn Dancy, Kaya Baker, McKenze Gates, Lera Winders, Eric Bryan, A.K. McNairy, all of Aberdeen; Alexis Bourland, Ally Sullivan, Jayvion Melton, Gabrianna Hill, Brooke Roberts, Collin Magill, Amiya Robinson, all of Amory; Jemecia Walker of Baldwyn; Gaib VanNostrand of Byhalia; Hilary Little of Collierville, Tenn.; Jeremiah Jethroe of Columbus; Gracie Whitt of Dorsey; Victoria King, Alyssa Pankow, both of Ecru; Tykez Daniels, Gavin Richardson, Mark Pass, all of Eupora; Brianna Clark of Falkner; Cheyenne Deakle, Jacob Blaylock, Mickey Hood, Jordan Laney, all of Fulton; Taya Baggett, Shemar Jones, both of Hamilton; Lakin Cantrell of Hamilton, Ala.; Marley Edwards of Hatley; Pearson Taylor, Allison Blansett, Sydney Freeman, Morgan Young, all of Houston; Clay Tyson of Lake Cormorant; Mason Ruffin, Shelby Morrison, Lindy Monts, all of Mantachie; Douglas Fleming of Mooreville; Michael Glenn of Nesbit; Jacquiline Lowe-Curtis, Sam Rowell, both of Nettleton; Nydia Nesbit of New Albany; JaDarius Wilson of Okolona; Cael Andrada of Olive Branch; Kinley Lindsay, Grayson Hitchcock, both of Oxford; Lanna Dozier, Ally Melendez, both of Plantersville; Bailey Jones, Phoebe Triplett, Yully Rocha, Anna Gregory, Karen Lopez, Celeste Clayton, Jeremiah Barrett, Jatzary Vielmas, Dulce Ramirez, William Quinones, Juan Bautista, all of Pontotoc; Zion Cooper, Mattee Berry, of Russellville, Ala.; Khloie Carter, Haley Tapp, Matthew Maggard, all of Saltillo; Alexanderia McCoy of Shannon; Savannah Beck, Brandon Harris, Robert Adams, all ofSmithville; Asia Tate of Starkville; Jeffrey Wells of Taylor; Taylor Britt, Alayna Hyland, of Toccopola; Jacqueline Christian, Chloe Lockridge, Dalton Williams, Gavin Gann, Aaliyah Jones, Tyler Dancy, Elijah Traylor, Kendrick Vaughn, all of Tupelo; Kenna Stockman, Logan Woods, both of Vernon, Ala.; Maddyson Fant of Woodland; Jade Bell, Ashton McIntosh, Madison McIntosh, all of Wren.
Wind Ensemble – Emily Lopez, Barrett Holton, both of Algoma; Sarah Webb, Madeline Martin, both of Amory; Alex Williams, Lilly McCully, Caleb Murrell, all of Baldwyn; Kodie O’Bannon of Bruce; Gaib VanNostrand of Byhalia; Anna Hogan of Columbus; Leslie Torres of Ecru; Tori Bradley, Lauren Johnson, Autumn McGuire, Destiny Holmes, Preston Cox, all of Fulton; Thomas Locastro of Guntown; Eliseo Fernandez of Houlka; Abbigale Blansett of Houston; Clay Tyson of Lake Cormorant; Justin Sykes of Mantachie; Cheyanne Cassler, Alex Hidalgo, both of Marietta; Luke Taylor, Sam Young, both of Millport, Ala.; Jared Brownlee, Emma Worsham, both of Mooreville; Sara Knowles, Mallory Dabbs, both of Nettleton; Jayde Richardson ofNew Albany; Madeline Mulkey, Kinley Lindsay, Landon Hitchcock, all of Oxford; Alycia Young, Rebecca Rodgers, Lillian Angle, Bryan Valentin-Colon, Andy Jones, Rene Martinez, Michael Franklin, Mikey Coleman, Elizabeth Willis, all of Pontotoc; Max Wright, Nathaniel Hawkins, both of Randolph; Megan Wise of Starkville; Abbey Mason of Sulligent, Ala.; Ella Kate Nichols of Thaxton; Daniel Torres of Tupelo; Gracie James of Vicksburg; Ryan Young of Walls; and Taylor Doss of Winfield, Ala.
Directors are Christy Colburn and Eric Simmons, Symphonic Band; and Ryan Todd and Brenon Eaton, Wind Ensemble.
Admission is free. | https://www.djournal.com/new-albany/local-students-to-perform-in-icc-spring-concert/article_47605049-f508-5fdb-a459-14dca049defb.html | 2022-04-13T15:46:23 | 1 | https://www.djournal.com/new-albany/local-students-to-perform-in-icc-spring-concert/article_47605049-f508-5fdb-a459-14dca049defb.html |
On March 17-20, Jason, Jaime and Bo Collier along with Barry, Marissa, Aiden, and Emma Jane Edwards went to Table Rock Lake and stayed in a condo. They visited Dolly Parton's Stampede, the Branson Landing, the Aquarium, and the Top of the Rock. While there, they celebrated Bo's fifth birthday.
On Saturday, April 2, Martha Owen attended the wedding of Christina and Victor Lawry at Cornerstone Baptist Church in Houston, Miss. Christina is Martha's niece and is Carolyn Owen Funderburk's daughter. Carolyn is the sister of Martha's late husband, Raymond Owen.
On Sunday, April 3, Wayne Wilson celebrated his 72nd birthday with a family gathering at his home. Marie served finger foods, chips and dip and cake and ice cream. About 16 people attended the celebration.
Jamie Garrett treated her mother, Robin Turner, and Gina Garrett to a weekend trip down south last week for their birthdays. The first leg of their journey took them to Natchez, which was the host of the annual pilgrimage. While in Natchez, they toured three antebellum homes: Stanton Hall, Roslie, and Longwood. The craftsmanship of these homes was spectacular. The live oaks were magnificent, and the azaleas were stunning. While there, they dined at a local hangout called Fat Mama's Tamales. The food was really good, and the atmosphere was enchanting. They spent the night at Holiday Inn Express in Natchez.
Their next stop took them to Laurel, home of Ben and Erin Napier, hosts of the HGTV show Hometown. While in Laurel, they shopped at some charming boutiques, as well as The Mercantile (owned by Erin) and the Scottsman (owned by Ben). In the Scottsman, there is a large window where you can watch when they are filming in the woodshop. They dined at Pearl's Diner and a delightful little place called 320. At 320, a wonderful brunch was served on Sunday morning. After brunch, they enjoyed a tour of the homes that have been renovated by the Napiers. They spent the night at the Holiday Inn Express in Laurel. Gina and Robin enjoyed the trip that Jamie planned for them.
Corey Howell and his older children, Reagan, Ethan, and Harper Howell came to Sharon and Larry Roberts' home on the weekend of April 2 to attend the 160th anniversary of the Battle of Shiloh and watch the reenactment. Also attending were Don Barton, Corey's father-in-law; Len Howell; Jason, Jessie, Sydney, Hatley and Farrah Howell; and Sharon and Larry Roberts. They enjoyed seeing the authentic clothes that the people were wearing-hoop skirts and uniforms made of woven material. Tents were set up that sold all types of Civil War memorabilia. Dress shops were available in which clothing could be purchased. Cannons and horses were used in the reenactment of the battle. It was an interesting and educational day for the adults and children.
On Monday, April 4, the Macedonia Women on Missions met at the home of Margaret Murphree. They had a program on missionaries in Germany and had the Prayer Calendar. Attending the meeting were Diane Downs, Linda Morris, Martha Owen, Cindy Sudduth, Patsy Grisham, Marie Wilson and Kaye Page.
On Thursday, April 7, The Joy Group went to the Cotton Warehouse Vendors Mall and Flea Market in Batesville. They ate at Chili's. Nineteen people attended this outing.
Nicole and Anna Claire McQuary and Diane Downs went to Jackson on Friday, April 8 with a group of ladies from the county and enjoyed supper at Georgia Blue. On Saturday they attended the Priscilla Shirer conference at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Miss. The worship was led by Priscilla's brother, Anthony Evans. Priscilla spoke three different times, and they had three worship times. In the first session, Priscilla spoke on the 10 lepers and how we are to come as we are, but don't stay as we came. The second session was on hearing the voice of God for yourself. The third session was how the manifest presence of God is available for all of us. They had lunch at Keifer's in between sessions.
Lou McQuary went to Crawford on Saturday, April 9, to the home of Veedie and Gary Gaines. Lou and Veedie celebrated Veedie's birthday by shopping at the Lodge in Starkville and attending the MSU vs LSU baseball game at the Dude. The Dawgs lost 4-3, but the ladies enjoyed spending time together and soaking up the sunshine.
Hunter McQuary and Wesley Jumper attended the MSU vs LSU baseball game on Sunday afternoon, April 11. The Dawgs didn't fare too well in the game, but the guys enjoyed seeing a college baseball game.
Thought for the Week: “It is better to deserve honors and not have them than to have them and not deserve them.” | https://www.djournal.com/new-albany/macedonia-news/article_33cad31a-5ca5-5f7e-b9bb-8e81debc5dce.html | 2022-04-13T15:46:29 | 1 | https://www.djournal.com/new-albany/macedonia-news/article_33cad31a-5ca5-5f7e-b9bb-8e81debc5dce.html |
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The Union County Development Association held a ribbon-cutting ceremony this past Thursday for MedPlus urgent care center at 180 Park Plaza Dr., in front of Wal-Mart.
The clinic has X-ray facilities and can help with urgent care, splinting or suturing, illness, wellness visits for physicals, Workman’s Comp, help for VA patients and are introducing hormone therapy. They offer monoclonal antibody treatment, medically-supervised weight loss programs, joint injections and trigger points, DOT physicals, drug screening and a wide variety of lab tests.
A ministry-based clinic with other offices in Tupelo and Starkville, they also offer help with adoptions.
Their staff includes Physician’s Assistant Brandi Patton and Family Nurse Practitioner-Board Certified Nick Elliott.
They have a drive-up door for Covid testing and other minor illnesses or injuries that can be dealt with without the patient having to leave the vehicle.
The urgent care center is open seven days a week except for four holidays: Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day.
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North East Mississippi Electric Power Association CEO/General Manager Keith Hayward (right) and Communication and Marketing Manager Sarah Brooke Bishop (left) present a check to Patti Parker, president of the United Way of Northeast Mississippi on Thursday. North East joined with TVA to provide a $5,000 grant to a non-profit in each of the counties it serves.
North East Mississippi Electric Power Association is announcing that it has partnered with the Tennessee Valley Authority to award grants to non-profits in the counties it serves.
Funding from North East will be matched by TVA’s Community Care Fund, which helps local power companies meet immediate needs in their communities by providing matching funds for local initiatives addressing hardships. Each non-profit organization selected received a total of $5,000.
“As a member-owned electric cooperative we must support the communities in which we serve. I am pleased TVA was able to continue their Community Cares Funds that matches North East to support a charity in each of the four counties we assist,” said Keith Hayward, CEO/General Manager at North East Mississippi Electric Power Association.
The donation recipients are:
• United Way of Northeast Mississippi was selected to receive funds for Union County. United Way of Northeast Mississippi fights for the health, education, and financial stability of every person in Northeast Mississippi.
• Interfaith Compassion Ministries (ICM) was selected as the recipient from Lafayette County. ICM assists individuals and families through crisis situations by providing for their basic needs: food, shelter, utilities, medications, and transportation.
• Hammers of Hope was selected as the grant recipient from Pontotoc County. Hammers of Hope repairs homes or builds wheelchair ramps for those in need, whether affected by natural disaster or life circumstances.
• Sacred Heart Southern Missions was selected as the grant recipient from Marshall County. Sacred Heart provides assistance on a case-by-case basis for low-income residents.
“In the spirit of public power, we are honored to partner with local power companies to address the unprecedented challenges facing those we serve,” said Jeannette Mills, TVA executive vice president and chief external relations officer.
For additional information about North East Mississippi Electric Power Association, see www.nemepa.org. For additional information about TVA, see tva.gov.
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Glenda Lou Lacy, 71, of Hickory Flat, MS passed away peacefully on Friday, April 1st, 2022, after a long battle with lung cancer. Glenda was born on February 11,1951, in New Albany, MS. She was the daughter of late Wesley Marcus and Frankie Lorene Gadd.
She was a member of Hickory Flat First Baptist Church. She served by working with the youth, Senior Citizens, and on various church committees through the years. She worked as an Assistant at Holly Springs High School. She worked at Merchants Truckline. She retired after 32 years from Wal-Mart, working as an invoice clerk. Upon her retirement, she cared for Roger for the last decade after he suffered a stroke.
Glenda was a great basketball player even after high school. She was asked to play on the All-American Redheads Women's traveling Basketball team. She continued to play basketball competitively until she had her second child. She started a Bunco group with her friends that has lasted over 40 years. She loved to entertain friends and family. Glenda loved serving others. She always had a gift ready to deliver in time of need. She had dinner plates ready for the Senior Citizens in town every holiday for her girls to deliver. She was present at every event her girls participated in. She never missed a game or activity for her children or grandchildren. She loved and supported them all. She enjoyed having her family all together. Glenda was a religious woman. She loved and believed in the Lord. She enjoyed watching Bible stories and movies with Roger. She taught her girls to always turn to God in all aspects of life. She was heart-broken after Roger passed away. She missed her companion of 52 years. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother.
She is survived by her two daughters, Sylenda Janes (Whit) of Olive Branch, MS, and Danielle Stagg (David) of Van Alstyne, TX; five grandchildren, Wesley and Will Janes, and Madison, Ella, and Kaden Stagg; one brother, Tommy Gadd of New Albany, MS. She was proceeded in death by her father and mother, W.M. and Lorene Gadd; three brothers, Charles Gadd, Frank Gadd, and Walter Gadd.
Visitation will be held at Hickory Flat First Baptist Church on Monday, April 4th, 5:00-8:00 pm, and Tuesday, April 5, at 1:00 pm. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, April 5, at 2:00 pm. Interment will be at McKay Cemetery in Hickory Flat, MS.
Vera Genelle Ford, 92, passed away Monday, April 4, 2022, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. She was born November 23, 1929, to Buck R. and Flora Olive. She was a lifelong member of Concord Baptist Church. She retired from Futorian Furniture, and was a homemaker. She enjoyed gardening, calling and checking on the sick, and participating in the Friendship Sunday School Class.
A Celebration of Life will be at 2:00 P.M. Thursday, April 7, 2022, at Concord Baptist Church with Bro. Marvin Robbins and Bro. Robert Walker officiating. Burial will be in Concord Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. at the funeral home, and Thursday from 1:00 P.M. until 2:00 P.M. at the church.
She is survived by two sons, Jackie (Sandra) Ford and Dr. Ricky (LuAnne) Ford; seven grandchildren, Mark Ford of Logansport, IN, Daniel Ford of Memphis, TN, John Peter Ford of Oxford, MS, Dr. Aaron (Kristy) Ford of Saltillo, MS, Lauren (Josh) Whitson of Booneville, Suzanne Ford of Moulton, AL, and Ben (Lindsey) Ford of Jackson, MS; and 11 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Gaston Ford in 2002; one sister, Marie Crawford, and two infant sisters.
Pallbearers are Mark Ford, Daniel Ford, John Peter Ford, Dr. Aaron Ford, Ben Ford and Josh Whitson.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Concord Baptist Church, 5490 CR 601, Booneville, MS 38829.
Condolences may be left at www.mcmillanfuneralhome.com.
Joe Dalton Brock, 67, long time resident of New Albany, and beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, entered into his eternal home on Monday, April 4, 2022, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis, TN.
Services honoring the life of Mr. Brock will be 2PM Saturday, April 9, 2022 at West Tallahachie Baptist Church with Bro. Keith Benefield officiating.
Born May 30, 1954 in New Albany, he was the son of the late James and Gladys Irvin Brock. He received his education from the Holly Springs Public School System.
At an early age Mr. Brock gained the passion and carpentry skills needed to eventually own and operate Brock Construction. He will be remembered as a master of the trade.
His love for motorcycles and old cars, which was a passion he shared with brothers. Mr. Brocks passion for coon hunting and his stories for always having a "good dog", was passed down to anyone who would "go a huntin" with him.
An epitome of respect for all mankind, Mr. Brock leaves a legacy of always seeing the good in everyone he met. A faithful member of West Tallahachie Baptist Church, His love for the Lord will still shine through in their daily activities.
Visitation will be from 10AM until 2PM, Saturday, April 9, 2022 at West Tallahachie Baptist Church. The burial will follow in the Enterprise Cemetery.
Blessed with a loving family, memories will continue to be shared by his wife of 36 years, Cheryl Horn Brock, three daughters, Tammy Jo Brock Rappa (Jamie) of Red Banks, Sarah Hope Brock Jarvis of Myrtle, Hanna Faith Brock Lam of Elkmon, AL, one son, Zachary Ray Brock (Gabbi) of Fort Wayne, IN, one sister, Joyce Brock Langston (Ricky) of Kissimmee, Fl, two brothers, Alton Brock (Denita) and Johnny Brock (Lisa) of New Albany.
New Albany Funeral and Cremation Care invites you to share memories with the Brock family at nafuneralsandcremations.com.
James Fred “Jim” Fitzpatrick, age 90, passed away on Monday, April 4, 2022, in Franklin, Tennessee. Jim was born in Cairo, Tennessee on March 18, 1932, to father Joseph Earl Fitzpatrick and mother Loucile McKee Fitzpatrick.
Jim grew up working alongside his family on the farm where he was born. After graduating from Gallatin High School in 1950, he served in the U.S. Army for three years before taking a job at Mount McKinley (Denali) National Park when Alaska was still a U.S. territory. There he met Miriam Cox, and they married in 1958.
Jim graduated from Bowling Green College of Commerce and did graduate studies at the University of Tennessee. His first career was with the U.S. Department of Transportation, where he specialized in highway safety. Later, he was a management consultant to trucking companies, a fulfilling career that allowed him to mentor many people toward profitability, both professionally and personally.
Jim’s career took him from Memphis, Tennessee, to Norman, Oklahoma, to Portland, Oregon, and back to Memphis in 1984, accumulating countless friends and colleagues throughout the years. A man of the land, he maintained a farm in Hickory Flat, Mississippi until age 88.
Jim’s Christian faith was the lens through which he viewed all of life. He loved telling stories, laughing, and making people feel important. He enjoyed every day, always stating that he was “Wonderful!” Characterized by humility and humor, those who knew him benefited greatly from his wisdom, sound advice, and encouragement.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers Joseph Earl Fitzpatrick, Jr. and Jack Brandon Fitzpatrick; his sister Mary Fitzpatrick Zambrano; and his first wife Miriam Cox Fitzpatrick. He is survived by his wife Patricia Binkley Clark Fitzpatrick; sister Ida Fitzpatrick Wallace; sisters-in-law Lucille Reddick Fitzpatrick and Bonnie Scott Fitzpatrick; children Millicent Adney (Tim) and Amy Hinrichs (Kurt); stepchildren Beth Clark and Lee Clark (Tracy); grandchildren Sarah Dunn, Lindsay Dunn, Martha Hinrichs, William Hinrichs, Joseph Hinrichs, Anna Clark, and Maggie Clark; great-granddaughter, Alana Grace; and a host of cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Visitation with the family will be Sunday, April 10 at 2:00 p.m. at Trinity Baptist Church in Cordova, Tennessee, followed by a memorial service at 3:00 p.m.
Memorials may be sent to Soddo Christian Hospital in Ethiopia (soddo.org) or to Trinity Baptist Church in Cordova, Tennessee. | https://www.djournal.com/new-albany/obituaries/article_fc8e08a4-0d2a-507d-b98d-78e6bdac5586.html | 2022-04-13T15:47:29 | 1 | https://www.djournal.com/new-albany/obituaries/article_fc8e08a4-0d2a-507d-b98d-78e6bdac5586.html |
Itawamba Community College’s Fashion Tribe will present a spring show during Celebration of the Arts Week, Apr. 20, at 6 p.m. in the W.O. Benjamin Fine Arts Center auditorium at the Fulton Campus.
The theme of the show is Designs of the Times, a look at fashion through the decades from 1920-2020.
ICC’s Fashion Tribe restarted in the fall 2021 after almost a decade to partner with college and community entities to provide fashion-based activities and services.
Those who will participate include Isaac Watson of Aberdeen; Natalie Beyea of Brandon; Donovan Lucas of Cleveland; JB Galloway of Eupora; Brady Peacock, Brianna Grice, both of French Camp; Kaitlyn Plunkett of Fulton; Katelynn Gaudet of Hamilton; Tayla White of Houston; Jacie Dickinson, Alisha Boren, Emory Reinhard, all of Mantachie; Cheyanne Cassler of Marietta; Lexi Lucas of Mathiston; Allison Moore, Jordan Dutcher, Laken Hood, Josie Sims, all of Mooreville; Anna Maldonado, Chloe Evans, both of Nettleton; Jodi Parks of New Albany; Zakhia Taylor of Olive Branch; Ann Lindsey Bolton of Oxford; Zoe Bigham of Philadelphia; Saniyah Shumpert of Plantersville; Maddie Pounders, Anna Claire Warren, Leah Pennington, Maclaine Griffith, all of Pontotoc; Lexi Tabbs of Red Bay, Ala.; Madison Weaver of Tremont; and Mary Morgan Lyle of Tupelo.
Sponsors are Taylor Tutor of Tupelo and C.J. Adams of Fulton.
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New Albany Elementary School
Monday, April 18
Chicken Spaghetti
Texas Toast
Ham and Cheese on Bun
Green Peas
Mixed Vegetables
Flavored Raisins
Mixed Berries
Cookie
Tuesday, April 19
Taco Salad with Whole Grain Chips
Chicken Fajita with Chips
Refried Beans
Whole Kernel Corn
Tomatoes and Carrots with Dip
Sliced Strawberries
Chocolate Chip Cookie
Wednesday, April 20
Macaroni and Cheese with Ham Slice
Turkey and Cheese on Bun
Cornbread
Southern Turnip Greens
Black-Eyed Peas
Fruit Cocktail
Chocolate Pudding
Thursday, April 21
Chicken Nuggets
Yeast Roll
Ham and Cheese on Bun
Mashed Potatoes
Cheesy Broccoli
Chilled Peach Slices
Strawberry Gelatin
Friday, April 22
Cheeseburger
Philly Cheese Steak Sandwich
Seasoned Potato Wedges
Baby Carrots with Dressing
Fresh Apples
Sliced Strawberries
Southern Mud
New Albany Middle School
Monday, April 18
Chicken Alfredo
Texas Toast
Ham and Cheese Sub with Chips
Green Peas
Mixed Vegetables
Fresh Oranges
Mixed Berries
Cookie
Tuesday, April 19
Beef and Bean Burrito
Turkey and Cheese Sub with Chips
Chef Slad
Refried Beans
Mexicali Corn
Tomatoes and Carrots with Dip
Sliced Strawberries
Wednesday, April 20
Macaroni and Cheese with Ham Slice
Texas Toast
Chef Salad
Ham and Cheese Sub with Chips
Green Beans
Black-Eyed Peas
Fruit Cocktail
Chocolate Pudding
Thursday, April 21
Chicken Nuggets
Yeast Roll
Turkey and Cheese Sub with Chips
Chef Salad
Mashed Potatoes
Bheesy Broccoli
Mixed Berries
Strawberry Gelatin
Friday, April 22
Pizza Variety
Ham and Cheese Sub with Chips
Yogurt and Fruit Parfait with Muffin
Whole Kernel Corn
Italian Sliced Carrots
Mixed Berries
Chilled Peaches
Frozen Fruit Juice Cups
New Albany High School
Monday, April 18
Chicken Alfredo
Texas Toast
Ham and Cheese Sub with Chips
Green Peas
Mixed Vegetables
Fresh Oranges
Mixed Berries
Cookie
Tuesday, April 19
Beef and Bean Burrito
Turkey and Cheese Sub with Chips
Chef Salad
Refried Beans
Mexicali Corn
Tomatoes and Carrots with Dip
Sliced Strawberries
Chocolate Chip Cookie
Wednesday, April 20
Macaroni and Cheese with Ham Slice
Texas Toast
Chef Salad
Hama and Cheese Sub with Chips
Green Beans
Black-Eyed Peas
Fruit Cocktail
Chocolate Pudding
Thursday, April 21
Chicken Nuggets
Yeast Roll
Turkey and Cheese Sub with Chips
Chef Salad
Mashed Potatoes
Cheesy Broccoli
Mixed Berries
Strawberry Gelatin
Friday, April 22
Pizza Variety
Ham and Cheese Sub with Chips
Yogurt and Fruit Parfait with Muffin
Whole Kernel Corn
Italian Sliced Carrots
Mixed Berries
Chilled Peaches
Frozen Fruit Juice Cups
(Assorted Fruit Juice, Fat-Free Chocolate Milk and One-Percent Milk available with each meal)
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Union County Schools breakfast
Monday, April 18
Breakfast Bagel/ Pizza
Breakfast Bread
Assorted Cereal
Fruit
Juice/Milk Variety
Tuesday, April 19
French Toast Sticks
Apple Frudel
Assorted Cereal
Fruit
Juice/Milk Variety
Wednesday, April 20
Sausage Biscuit
Breakfast Bread
Assorted Cereal
Fruit
Juice/Milk Variety
Thursday, April 21
Pancake on a Stick
Mini Cinni/Roll
Applesauce/Gram
Fruit
Juice/Milk Variety
Friday, April 22
Chicken Biscuit
Toaster Pastry/ String Cheese
Fruit
Juice/Milk Variety
Union County Schools lunch
Monday, April 18
Pizza
Corndog
Tater Tots
Glazed Carrots
Fruit
Chocolate Chip Cookie
Juice/Milk
Tuesday, April 19
Taco Salad
Chicken Quesadilla
With Chips
Black Beans
Whole Kernel Corn
Fruit
Juice/Milk
Wednesday, April 20
Turkey and Cheese
Uncrustable w/String Cheese
Whole Grain Chips
Veggies with Dip
Applesauce/Fruit
Juice/Milk
Treat/Cookies
Thursday, April 21
Chicken Nuggets
Chef Salad
Creamed Potatoes
Green Beans
Sweet Roll
Fruit
Juice/Milk
Friday, April 22
Hamburger
Pigs in a Blanket
Potato Wedges
Baked Beans
Fruit
Juice/Milk
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New Albany school officials are concerned that what could be called a bait-and-switch by the Mississippi Department of Education will make our schools’ test scores appear low artificially.
Superintendent Dr. Lance Evans told school board members about his concerns at their April meeting.
The MDE assesses districts and rates schools from the highest, A, to failing, F.
This past year, under Covid classroom uncertainties, Evans said that all teachers and students were told that ninth grade test scores would not count.
Now, he has learned MDE has decided to count the old scores after all.
“With two year’s instructional loss, this is punitive,” he said. “It’s naturally not what you want it to be.”
By law, the schools are to test 95 percent of the students. “We did 98 percent,” he said.
“Other districts didn’t,” he continued. “They tested 60 percent or less.”
What this means is that the schools who tested low numbers are bound to see “immense growth” in results this year,” inflated by the previous low participation. Judgment is not on just scores but, rather, improvement in scores over the past ones. New Albany did well enough before that there is virtually no room for improvement. That could make the rating look artificially bad, despite being high.
Also, New Albany teaches some English and math classes that other schools teach. These high scores could help our totals but MDE is not allowing the high scores to be used.
Evans and a group of nearly two dozen other superintendents have sent a letter to State Superintendent Carey M. Wright asking for relief but is not optimistic. “They don’t care,” he said.
“The lower accountability scores will lead to lower student and teacher morale,” the letter said. “This will, in turn, adversely affect every community and school in Mississippi. The decision to base a state-mandated ‘letter grade’ on scores during a year where the assumption was that every score would not count will only exacerbate the teacher shortage.”
“Finally, assigning letter grades using scores from assessments taken during a pandemic-riddled school year does not reliably convey the quality of each school and district in Mississippi.”
His suggestion is for everyone to test. If a school receives a better score, use it. If the score is lower than the current one, keep the current one.
He said the way MDE is handling this, schools that were rated F could move up to a C – but only until next year when they likely would fall again.
“Ultimately, test scores may become completely unreliable,” he said. “There may not be a single A in the state. It’s very discouraging.”
They are waiting to see what response, if any, they receive.
In general business, the board welcomed Lauran Bailey as a new trustee. She replaces Jill Shaw, whose term expired.
The board also recognized Jake Moore, the recipient of the school board association scholarship. Moore, the son of Lance and Allison Moore, plans to attend Mississippi State University and major in biomedical engineering.
In other business, trustees voted to renew the agreement using BNA Bank as the school depository for 2022-2023 school year at an interest rate of 0.31 percent. Board President David Rainey recused himself due to family ties to the bank.
Board members also approved the BNA Bank Park facilities agreement submitted to New Albany aldermen. The agreement, reported on in the story about the board of aldermen’s meeting, was approved by the city as well.
Trustees accepted a $10,000 grant for New Albany Elementary School grant for Kindergarten Academy and being awarded by CREATE-Toyota Wellspring Education Fund.
In personnel, school trustees approved the following resignations, followed by hirings and appointments:
Resignation Robert Hancock, Custodian, New Albany Elementary School effective March 18.
Resignation of Chris Duncan, Athletic Director/Head Football Coach, New Albany Middle School effective at the end of the school year due to retirement.
Resignation of Chris Duncan, Assistant Football Coach, New Albany High School effective at the end of the school year due to retirement.
Resignation of Jennifer Duncan, Teacher, New Albany Elementary School* effective at the end of the school year.
Resignation of Hope Brown, Teacher, New Albany Elementary School effective at the end of the school year.
Resignation of Karen Mayo, Teacher Assistant, New Albany Elementary School effective at the end of the school year due to retirement.
Resignation of Brooke Herring, Teacher Assistant, New Albany Elementary School.
Resignation of Kacie Sewell, Teacher, New Albany Middle School effective at the end of the school year.
Resignation of Summer Tyre, Teacher/Assistant Softball Coach/Science Department Chair, New Albany High School effective at the end of the school year.
Brittney Hudson, Custodian, New Albany Elementary School.
Hope Brown, Teacher Assistant, New Albany Elementary School.
Brooke Herring, Teacher, New Albany Elementary School.
Katie Moreland, Teacher, New Albany High School.
Summer Tyre, Director of Instructional Technology, Central Office
Certified staff at each of the five city schools.
John Ferrell, Assistant Superintendent, Central Office.
Matt Buchanan, Principal, New Albany High School.
Luke Tentoni, Assistant Principal, New Albany High School.
Paul Henry, Principal, New Albany Middle School.
Anna Kathryn Sloan, Assistant Principal, New Albany Middle School.
Gwyn Russell, Principal, New Albany Elementary School.
Wesley McCullough, Assistant Principal, New Albany Elementary School.
Grant Goolsby, Assistant Principal, New Albany Elementary School.
April Hobson, Director, Career & Technical School.
Dr. Avence Pittman Jr., Director, NASTUC.
Kristen Richey, Director, Special Services.
Sabrina Hall, Case Manager, Special Services.
Mike Robertson, Director of Child Nutrition.
Suzanne Coffey, Director of Accounting Services.
Melanie Shannon, Public Relations/Special Grants Coordinator.
Lecia Stubblefield, Director of Professional & Support Services (part-time).
Larry Pannell, Assistant Transportation Supervisor.
Terry Stidham, Director of Maintenance.
Jake Miller, Director of Technology.
Additions to substitute list.
The board also approved several donations to the district.
Kevin Charles Furniture donated two couches to the high school football field house.
The New Albany Master Gardeners donated $500 to the Ag Exploration Class at New Albany Elementary School.
The New Albany Pilot Club made an unspecified monetary donation to the New Albany School Special Olympics.
The United States Air Force donated technology equipment to the New Albany High School AFROTC.
Finally, the board approved the Child Nutrition Department 2022 Summer Feeding Program to provide breakfast and lunch to benefit any child eighteen years old and younger that would be attending any summer program or athletic training from June 6-June 24.
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I miss you, Buzz Lightyear, the one who stole so many children’s hearts over two decades ago, along with our grandson, Carson! You were a caring leader and used your powers to help your friends. You weren’t limited by gravity and could fly as high and far as a child’s imagination.
Carson met you on Toy Story, a Disney movie that won so many hearts. There were many memorable characters, but you were the one that Carson chose to love over all the others. When he realized that you weren’t just in movies but in toy stores, too, he put you at the top of his Christmas wish list. In fact, I think you were the only toy he wanted.
That’s when Santa had a problem. There were so many requests that Santa was having a problem filling them. Carson’s granddad and I offered to help while we were on a Christmas shopping trip in Memphis. We searched in every toy and department store we could find. The answers were all the same. Sold out!
Buzz, you possessed a unique drawing quality among children. Just when we had resigned to the fact that Carson would be disappointed, we found you at our very last stop. You were about to be loved by a special little boy!
Carson grew up and traded plastic, sit-on-the-shelf toys for a real family and children of his own. Sorry, Buzz, but you became a fond memory of his childhood.
Now, my animated friend from the past, you are fast becoming a topic of conversation again – not so much because of the powers you possess but the company you keep and the people who are modifying your original standards of friendships, courage and leadership.
You have been reintroduced into far-out (not as in outer space) times. Those who have gained access to entertainment among the masses have formulated a plan to rewrite morals and values. With less and less subtlety, they attempt to indoctrinate the younger generations with lifestyles that are contrary to Christian values and Biblical authority. Parents and grandparents must be sensitive to worldly influences in regard to their young ones and diligently teach God’s standards and foundational truths from the Word of God. As someone said, “We’re not dealing with Mickey anymore.”
Buzz, I’m sorry these misguided and blinded story tellers are masquerading you as a character that would be acceptable of values that are alien to the righteous laws that are given to protect and bless families and nations. If you could shed real tears, you would. We humans are living in sad times when toys like you are being used as allurements to children for profane conduct.
We who know the Savior and His plan of salvation must continue to pray and be Christ’s light in a world that seems to be growing steadily darker and darker. “Infinity and beyond” is actually a real place, Buzz, – a place God has prepared for all who follow His light and Way. We must pray for a great awakening and that our indwelling Light would grow brighter so that those who walk in darkness may someday may be drawn to that Light. | https://www.djournal.com/new-albany/the-playhouse/article_5d8b4b72-fed9-5640-a22d-c6d2462698fb.html | 2022-04-13T15:47:53 | 0 | https://www.djournal.com/new-albany/the-playhouse/article_5d8b4b72-fed9-5640-a22d-c6d2462698fb.html |
The Tippah County Development Foundation, with the support of the Ripley Main Street Association, is taking the next major step toward the development of an extension of the Tanglefoot Trail.
On Tuesday, March 22, Chris Lewellen, executive director of TCDF, and Elizabeth Behm, director of RMSA, announced at a gathering in the Paschal Student Center at Blue Mountain College that TCDF has recently signed a contract for professional services related to the preparation of a U.S. Department of Transportation RAISE Grant application. If awarded, this grant would fund the next phase of trail development, a Preliminary Engineering Report.
Lewellen and Behm thanked the Ripley Board of Aldermen, Tippah County Board of Supervisors and Peoples Bank of Ripley for providing the necessary funding for the preparation of the grant application and their forward-thinking support of the project. They also expressed appreciation to Pioneer Lines, the owner of the railroad, for continuing to partner on the initiative.
The proposed extension would be, at least in part and perhaps in its entirety, a “rail with trail” and run adjacent to the rail line and Highway 15 from downtown New Albany approximately 20 miles north to downtown Ripley. It would pass through the Town of Blue Mountain, home of Blue Mountain College.
College President Dr. Barbara McMillin, a member of the TCDF Board of Directors, said, “This trail could be a new economic driver for our county and provide outstanding recreational and wellness opportunities for our students, visitors and area citizens alike. We are fully committed to helping this project become a reality.”
Neel-Schaffer, Inc., with the assistance of Local Impact Analytics, will conduct the necessary research and prepare the required paperwork to submit to the 2022 Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) Transportation Discretionary Grant Program.
The official amount of the grant request will be determined during the application development process, but the minimum request allowed under the program is $1 million. If successful, the grant would provide planning funds to create a Preliminary Engineering Report, which would include a topographic and boundary survey, geotechnical report, 30% schematic design plans, environmental and National Environmental Policy Act
(NEPA) requirements, preliminary permitting (railroad and MS Department of Transportation), and an updated Opinion of Probable Cost.
The report will serve as a critical step in acquiring future funds for construction. It will identify and vet all associated property—as well as environmental and permitting requirements and associated costs—all of which are important factors in submitting future requests through RAISE or other applicable grants and funding programs.
The application for funding assistance will be developed using the criteria established in the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Infrastructure Investments under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act that was issued in January 2022. The deadline for the application is April 14, 2022.
The Tanglefoot extension trail project would effectively address RAISE funding criteria such as environmental sustainability, improved mobility and connectivity, and partnership and collaboration. The Mississippi Hills National Heritage Area assisted with the initial phase of the extension project, funding a recently released report entitled, “Preliminary Feasibility Study: Tanglefoot Trail Rails-with-Trails Northerly Extension.” | https://www.djournal.com/new-albany/tippah-county-community-leaders-pursue-tanglefoot-extension-funding/article_ce9345b7-52cb-5bb5-a48e-98101afec23e.html | 2022-04-13T15:47:59 | 1 | https://www.djournal.com/new-albany/tippah-county-community-leaders-pursue-tanglefoot-extension-funding/article_ce9345b7-52cb-5bb5-a48e-98101afec23e.html |
From left are Brittany Brock; Alison Moore; April Voyles; William Denton, New Albany Light, Gas and Water; Derek McGill, Tennessee Valley Authority; April Hobson, CTE Director; Jalon Bullock, Chris Russell and Latrina Walker.
The Tennessee STEM Innovation Network, in partnership with the Tennessee Valley Authority, New Albany Light, Gas and Water, and Bicentennial Volunteers Incorporated (a TVA retiree organization), recently awarded the New Albany School of Career & Technical Education, $5,000 for a STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) education project.
The grant program awarded a total of $1 million to 233 schools across TVA’s seven-state service territory. The New Albany School of Career & Technical Education was one of seven schools in Mississippi to receive a STEM grant.
“We are happy to begin a partnership with TVA to enhance our STEM activities in our CTE Center,” said April Hobson, CTE Director. “More than half of our CTE programs will benefit from this grant and be able to meet curriculum standards and explore career opportunities through exposure to hands-on learning and exciting STEM projects.”
“The Tennessee STEM Innovation Network is honored to partner with TVA in this exciting grant program to further STEM education endeavors across the state,” said Brandi Stroecker, Director of the Network. “This opportunity can make the difference for educators and students as they incorporate 21st century skills and real-world problem solving.”
The project the Career & Technical Education Center submitted was titled “Designing & Digitizing: Exploring with Embroidery”. Through funding from the TVA Mini-Grant, the Center will be able to provide an embroidery machine so that the Center’s teachers can utilize this technology to make lessons come alive.
The competitive grant program provided teachers an opportunity to apply for funding up to $5,000 for STEM projects that explore TVA’s primary areas of environment, energy, economic development and community problem solving. Schools who receive grant funding must receive their power from a TVA distributor.
“TVA is committed to supporting STEM education to help develop today’s students into tomorrow’s engineers, scientists, and IT professionals,” said Jeannette Mills, TVA executive vice president and chief external relations officer. “It’s inspiring to be able to contribute to the innovators of the next generation.”
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North East Mississippi Electric Power Association is proud to announce that it has partnered with the Tennessee Valley Authority to award grants to non-profits in the counties it serves.
Funding from North East will be matched by TVA’s Community Care Fund, which helps local power companies meet immediate needs in their communities by providing matching funds for local initiatives addressing hardships. Each non-profit organization selected received a total of $5,000.
“As a member-owned electric cooperative we must support the communities in which we serve. I am pleased TVA was able to continue their Community Cares Funds that matches North East to support a charity in each of the four counties we assist,” said Keith Hayward, CEO/General Manager at North East Mississippi Electric Power Association.
The donation recipients are:
• Interfaith Compassion Ministries (ICM) was selected as the recipient from Lafayette County. ICM
assists individuals and families through crisis situations by providing for their basic needs: food, shelter,
utilities, medications, and transportation.
• United Way of Northeast Mississippi was selected to receive funds for Union County. United Way of Northeast Mississippi fights for the health, education, and financial stability of every person in Northeast
Mississippi.
• Hammers of Hope was selected as the grant recipient from Pontotoc County. Hammers of Hope
repairs homes or builds wheelchair ramps for those in need, whether affected by natural disaster or life circumstances.
• Sacred Heart Southern Missions was selected as the grant recipient from Marshall County. Sacred Heart provides assistance on a case-by-case basis for low-income residents.
“In the spirit of public power, we are honored to partner with local power companies to address the unprecedented challenges facing those we serve,” said Jeannette Mills, TVA executive vice president and chief external relations officer.
For additional information about North East Mississippi Electric Power Association, see www.nemepa.org. For additional information about TVA, see tva.gov.
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WASHINGTON -- The Biden administration will extend for two weeks the nationwide mask requirement for public transit as it monitors an uptick in COVID-19 cases, according to a person familiar with the matter.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention was set to extend the order, which was to expire on April 18, by two weeks to monitor for any observable increase in severe virus outcomes as cases rise in parts of the country. The move was being made out of an abundance of caution, the person said, speaking on the condition of anonymity to preview the CDC's action.
The administration had been hoping to roll out a more flexible masking strategy this week that would have replaced the nationwide requirement.
The video in the media player above was used in a previous report.
CDC to extend federal mask mandate on airplanes, transit for 2 weeks: Source
The order was to expire on April 18.
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HOUSTON, Texas -- Megan Thee Stallion unveiled a fresh-faced photo of herself saying she doesn't plan to wear makeup for at least 10 days.
The "Hot Girl Summer" singer posted the picture on Instagram saying, "I'm really gonna try not to wear makeup until Coachella."
The California-based music and arts festival begins April 15, where the rapper will perform along with some of the hottest stars in music, including Doja Cat and Billie Eilish.
The post quickly got more than two million likes, with fans and celebrities commenting on the "Body" beauty's natural beauty.
Megan Thee Stallion joins other famous faces such as Jennifer Lopez and Alicia Keys who have publicly opted to go make-up free.
Board-certified dermatologist Dr. Rita Linkner explained during "Good Morning America" that there are benefits associated with wearing no makeup.
"People don't recognize there are a lot of allergens, preservatives, things that your skin can react to every single time you interact with an active ingredient," said Linkner. "If you are someone who has sensitive skin, that can definitely help you in keeping your skin healthy, allergy-free and clear."
Doctors have even recommended changing foundations for lighter textures such as tinted sunscreens, but experts agree moisturizer and sunscreen should be a part of your facial regime.
Megan Thee Stallion says she's not wearing makeup until Coachella Music Festival
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Amazon: IMDb TV will be renamed Amazon Freevee
(AP) - Amazon announced Wednesday its free streaming service IMDb TV will be renamed Amazon Freevee.
The new name will take effect on April 27, the company said in a news release.
The retailer said the streaming service will also expand its original programming by 70% in 2022, with spinoffs of shows such as “Bosh: Legacy” and other series. It will also add more original movies.
Amazon.com Inc. said the ad-supported service has tripled its monthly active users in the past two years and is expected to launch in Germany later this year.
“We’re looking forward to building on this momentum with an increasing slate of inventive and broadly appealing Originals, and are excited to establish Freevee as the premier AVOD (advertising-based video on demand) service with content audiences crave,” Jennifer Salke, head of Amazon Studios, said in the news release.
Wednesday’s announcement comes as the retail giant embraces a path to boost its streaming services. Last month, the company closed an $8.5 billion deal to acquire Hollywood studio MGM, making it Amazon’s second-largest acquisition following its $13.7 billion deal with Whole Foods in 2017. That acquisition was targeted to make the company better compete against Netflix and Disney+.
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AP source: CDC to extend travel mask mandate for two weeks
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration will extend for two weeks the nationwide mask requirement for public transit as it monitors an uptick in COVID-19 cases, according to a person familiar with the matter.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention was set to extend the order, which was to expire on April 18, by two weeks to monitor for any observable increase in severe virus outcomes as cases rise in parts of the country. The move was being made out of abundance of caution, the person said, speaking on the condition of anonymity to preview the CDC’s action. The requirement will now extend through May 3, 2022.
When the Transportation Security Administration, which enforces the rule for planes, buses, trains and transit hubs, extended the requirement last month, it said the CDC had been hoping to roll out a more flexible masking strategy that would have replaced the nationwide requirement.
The mask mandate is the most visible vestige of government restrictions to control the pandemic, and possibly the most controversial. A surge of abusive and sometimes violent incidents on airplanes has been attributed mostly to disputes over mask-wearing.
Critics have seized on the fact that states have rolled back rules requiring masks in restaurants, stores and other indoor settings, and yet COVID-19 cases have fallen sharply since the omicron variant peaked in mid-January.
There has been a slight increase in cases in recent weeks, driven by an even more contagious subvariant of the omicron strain, with daily confirmed cases nationwide rising from about 25,000 per day to more than 30,000. Those figures are an undercount since many people now test positive on at-home tests that are not reported to public health agencies.
Severe illnesses and deaths tend to lag infections by several weeks. The CDC is awaiting indications of whether the increase in cases correlates to a rise in adverse outcomes before announcing a less restrictive mask policy for travel.
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California lawmakers propose 4-day work week
(KOVR) - A California proposal to shorten the work week is gaining traction.
The measure would implement a four-day work week, dropping from 40 hours to 32 – and require overtime pay beyond that.
The four-day work week would apply to companies with 500 hundred employees or more.
California state Rep. Evan Low co-authored the bill.
“We’re hearing time and time again about greater worker flexibility. That’s what workers are demanding. And this provides us an opportunity to reimagine the workforce, uplifting the voice of workers while also helping to ensure that we can do the type of things in a more efficient manner, and also taking care of our families and our loved ones.”
Workers would still make the same amount of money, despite working less.
The California Chamber of Commerce has pushed back, saying the proposal would be a “job killer” by making hiring more expensive.
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California woman admits she faked her own kidnapping in 2016
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (KCRA) - The northern California woman accused of faking her own kidnapping in 2016 has signed a plea deal and will confess she made everything up.
Sherri Papini, now 39, said in a statement in part, “I am deeply ashamed of myself for my behavior and so sorry for the pain I’ve caused.”
Her attorney, William Portanova, confirmed that she signed a plea agreement Tuesday.
Papini’s husband reported her missing in November 2016 after she had gone out for a jog near her home. Three weeks later, on Thanksgiving, she was found alone on an interstate 140 miles from home.
She said she was kidnapped by two women who held her captive, chained in a closet. Her elaborate story included details about her supposed assailants wearing masks, holding her at gunpoint and branding her with a heated tool.
Federal prosecutors said Papini injured herself to back up her false statements.
The Justice Department said Papini had actually stayed with an ex-boyfriend in southern California for the three weeks she was reportedly missing.
Federal prosecutors said Papini received more than $30,000 in fraudulent victim assistance money based on the hoax. She is also facing charges of mail fraud and making false statements to a federal law enforcement officer.
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Children as young as 8 should be screened for anxiety, task force says
(CNN) - Mental health in children and adolescents has only worsened during the pandemic, experts say.
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force is set to recommend that children ages 8 and older should be screened for anxiety.
The task force is made up of an independent panel of experts who makes recommendations on screenings and preventative medicine.
The decision to recommend early screenings in children for anxiety was based on a review of studies that evaluated screening tests in adolescents and the benefits of early treatment.
The task force found with moderate certainty that screening for anxiety in children older than 8 would lead to improving outcomes.
The draft report was released on the task force’s website on Tuesday.
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Chris Tucker donates to high school choir’s Carnegie Hall performance
MCDONOUGH, Ga. (Gray News) - Comedian Chris Tucker surprised a high school choir program invited to perform at Carnegie Hall by helping them reach their goal of $201,579.25.
Tucker showed up at Ola High School on Wednesday to let the students know that the Chris Tucker Foundation was paying off the rest of the balance the choir needed to travel to New York City for their performance.
The program’s director, Mindy Forehand, posted a video on Facebook saying that the comedian “brought my kids a check for the Carnegie Hall balance.” The balance is due Friday.
“His quick action was an answer to prayer,” teacher Melissa Stroup said.
The high school announced their invitation to perform in February 2020. They have worked on raising the money through fundraisers and other events since then but still came up short.
Earlier this week, the choir still needed more than $16,000, according to their GoFundMe page.
Their performance is scheduled for June 20.
“These students will never forget his gift or that very teachable moment to carry with them,” Stroup said.
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Trucker blockade snarls US-Mexico border over Texas order
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — One of the busiest trade ports on the U.S.-Mexico border remained effectively closed Wednesday as frustration and traffic snarls mounted over new orders by Texas Gov. Greg Abbott requiring extra inspections of commercial trucks as part of the Republican’s sprawling border security operation.
Since Monday, Mexican truckers have blocked the Pharr-Reynosa International Bridge in protest after Abbott last week directed state troopers to stop and inspect trucks coming into Texas. Unusually long backups — some lasting 12 hours or longer — have stacked up elsewhere along Texas’ roughly 1,200-mile (1,930-kilometer) border.
Not even a week into the inspections, the Mexican government said that Abbott’s order was causing “serious damage” to trade, and that cross-border traffic had plummeted to a third of normal levels. On Wednesday, White House spokeswoman Jen Psaki called Abbott’s order “unnecessary and redundant.”
The gridlock is the fallout of an initiative that Abbott says is needed to curb human trafficking and the flow of drugs. But critics question how the inspections are meeting that objective, while business owners and experts complain of financial losses and warn U.S. grocery shoppers could notice shortages as soon as this week.
Frustration is also spreading within members of Abbott’s own party: Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller, a Republican, called the inspections a “catastrophic policy” that is forcing some trucks to reroute hundreds of miles to Arizona.
“I do describe it as a crisis, because this is not the normal way of doing business,” said Hidalgo County Judge Richard Cortez, whose county includes the bridge in Pharr. “You’re talking about billions of dollars. When you stop that process, I mean, there are many, many, many, many people that are affected.”
The shutdowns and slowdowns have set off some of the widest backlash to date of Abbott’s multibillion-dollar border operation, which the two-term governor has made the cornerstone of his administration. Texas already has thousands of state troopers and National Guard members on the border and has converted prisons into jails for migrants arrested on state trespassing charges.
Abbott warned last week that inspections would “dramatically slow” border traffic, but he hasn’t addressed the backups or port shutdowns since then. His office didn’t reply to a message seeking comment left Tuesday, but the governor planned a press conference for Wednesday afternoon in Laredo.
The disruptions at some of the world’s busiest international trade ports could pose economic and political threats to Abbott, who is seeking a third term in November. Democrat Beto O’Rourke, the former presidential candidate who is running against Abbott for governor, said during a stop in Pharr on Tuesday that the inspections were doing nothing to halt the flow of migrants and were worsening supply chain issues.
He was joined by Joe Arevalo, owner of Keystone Cold, a cold-storage warehouse on the border. He said that although Texas state troopers have always inspected some trucks crossing the border “they’ve never, ever, ever held up a complete system or a complete supply chain.”
An estimated 3,000 trucks cross the Pharr bridge on a normal day, according to the National Freight Transportation Chamber. The Pharr bridge is the largest land port for produce, such as leafy green vegetables, entering the U.S.
Mexico supplies about two-thirds of the produce sold in Texas.
“We’re living through a nightmare, and we’re already suffering through a very delicate supply chain from the pandemic and to try to regrow the business,” Arevalo said.
The additional inspections are conducted by the Texas Department of Public Safety, which said that as of Monday, it had inspected more than 3,400 commercial vehicles and placed more than 800 “out of service” for violations that included defective brakes, tires and lighting. It made no mention of whether the truck inspections had turned up migrants or drugs.
The order’s impact quickly spread beyond Texas: U.S. Customs and Border Protection officials confirmed Tuesday that there was another blockade at the Mexican customs facility at the Santa Teresa port of entry in southern New Mexico, not far from El Paso. Those protests are misguided since New Mexico has nothing to do with Texas’ inspection policies, said Jerry Pacheco, executive director of the International Business Accelerator and president of the Border Industrial Association.
He said the protests were costing businesses millions of dollars a day.
“Everybody down here is on a just-in-time inventory system,” Pancheo said. “It’s going to affect all of us, all of us in the United States. Your car parts are going to be delivered late, your computer — if you ordered a Dell or HP tablet, those are going to be disrupted.”
Ed Anderson, a professor at the McCombs School of Business at the University of Texas at Austin, compared the disruptions to those caused by February’s trucker blockade in Canada that forced auto plants on both sides of the border to shut down or scale back production. During that protest, trucks looking for other entries to cross into the U.S. wound up causing congestion at other bridges, a scenario that Anderson said might now be repeated on the southern border.
Anderson said consumers would likely begin noticing the effects by the end of this week, if not sooner.
“Either prices are going to spike or shelves are going to be low,” he said.
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Associated Press reporters Acacia Coronado. Susan Montoya Bryan in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and Mark Stevenson in Mexico City contributed to this report.
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How to tell you’re being phished and 9 other common online scams to watch out for
(Twingate) - The internet can feel packed with scams sometimes, especially for anyone who’s had their credit card or other information stolen. But most scams fall into a small variety of types that are easy to identify and avoid once you know about them.
There are only so many ways to reinvent the wheel—scammers will usually fall into a set number of categories. Twingate assembled a list of common online scams that internet users should be wary of, drawing on research from government organizations, payment processors, and tech companies.
One of the major categories of scamming is called social engineering. An old-fashioned method that still works surprisingly well, social engineering is any fraud where a human being communicates with you to obtain information in person, online, or over the phone. Scammers will use manipulative, deceptive, or psychological tactics to get someone to reveal confidential information.
As our lives increasingly have shifted online, scammers have followed, posing as everything from fake online boyfriends to made-up charities. So the next time you get a voicemail claiming to be from Microsoft, an email that says your antivirus service is out of date, or a pop-up ad from “newy0rktimes.com,” take a few seconds and think about whether it’s a genuine message before doing anything. Continue reading to learn about the most common online scams today.
Phishing
Phishing is one of the most common online scams. It’s a form of social engineering, meaning a scam in which the “human touch” is used to trick people. One offline form of phishing is when you receive a scam phone call where someone claims to be calling from the fraud department at your bank and requests your account number as verification.
With online phishing, scammers do the same kind of thing but use emails and links to fraudulent websites to fool users. In your spam folder, you’ll often see messages claiming to be from Bank of America and others. These links lead to imitation bank sites designed to capture your personal banking information.
Advanced fee scam
These email messages are notorious—and the stuff of internet legend: “Hello sir, I have a huge sum to send you!” In this scam, a forlorn prince, bank manager, church reverend, or otherwise reputable-sounding stranger has a large amount of money that they need you to hold for them. All you have to do is send them several hundred or thousand dollars to cover some kind of transactional cost upfront.
Never believe any stranger who wants to send you money, and listen to your gut. If something sounds too good to be true, it is highly likely that it is a scam.
Romance scam
Romance scams are one of the darkest and most sinister scams because of the time investment and emotions involved. Romance scammers pretend to be regular people, often older people, who are looking for love and want to meet eligible singles in other countries. They’ll build an emotional connection with their target by exchanging romantic messages and pretending to be in love.
The scam comes in when, eventually, a series of misfortunes befall the romantic partner. They might plan a visit to finally meet—but suddenly won’t have money to pay for the plane ticket. Then they’re hospitalized with a mystery illness and need money to pay the bill. This continues until the victim grows suspicious of the mounting costs.
Formjacking
Formjacking is a web scam that works the same way as a credit card skimmer does in real life. You go to a website to place an order and enter your information as usual. The transaction even goes through and seems to be fine, except that some code hacked into the website has copied your financial data to someone else.
The owners of the website may not even realize something is happening because they don’t pay close attention to their infrastructure. Make sure the websites you deal with are secure.
Phony tech support
Phony tech support is a form of social engineering. This scam may come as an email or a phone call, claiming that your computer has been compromised in some way and that you must call a number or visit a website to fix it.
From there, the scammer may install malware like keyboard capture software (or worse). On the phone, they may request remote access to your computer to help you. These scammers often claim to be from Microsoft or Apple as a way to establish legitimacy.
Ransomware
Ransomware is a kind of malicious software that is installed without your knowledge. This is usually from an email or fraudulent site, meaning it also uses phishing to imitate your bank or another institutional website. Someone calls or emails with a link that installs the ransomware on your machine. What makes ransomware different is what comes next.
The software locks certain kinds of information on your machines, like your saved documents, photos, and other files. You have to pay to unlock the data and get your files, although the FBI cautions against actually paying.
Scareware
Scareware is a form of manipulative scamming that threatens users by making them believe they need new software on their machines. One of the common forms is to tell users they need new antivirus software and to offer that software from a fraudulent source.
It’s often easy to tell these websites or emails apart from real ones: Look closely at the URLs or email addresses, which usually have strange spellings or other clues that signal you’re not dealing with legitimate companies.
Sextortion
Sextortion is an especially grim crime that targets minors, although it can also affect adults. Now that so many people meet romantic partners online, it’s common to exchange explicit photos. That’s also true of teenagers or even of younger children, who can find themselves in online relationships with people who ask for personal information and photos.
Once someone has this material, they can use it as a way to demand more and will threaten to share info or post photos publicly if their target refuses. Unlike the other crimes on this list, sextortion doesn’t always have financial goals.
Charity and disaster fraud
Crowdfunding and mutual aid are becoming more common as a way for people to share resources and help others pay for medical bills and other costs, or to donate following natural disasters. Unfortunately, this well-meaning way to help others in the community has also been targeted by scammers through charity and disaster fraud.
Scammers can make fake Twitter accounts to imitate people in need. They’ll even set up bots to make new accounts that look like your friend’s account to reply with Paypal links that redirect to the scammer. If you aren’t sure about the credibility of a group or crowdfunding page, it is always best to seek more information.
Work from home
This scam is simple and it’s a variation of an age-old, real-life scam. Think of those signs you see on street corners that say, “I make $16,000 a month working from home!” When you call, these people want you to buy training materials to become a real estate agent or something similar.
The same is true of many online ads that say you can work from home and make $500 a day or some other attractive amount. The best advice is also the oldest: If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.
This story originally appeared on Twingate and was produced and distributed in partnership with Stacker Studio.
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Nestle Toll House to roll out stuffed cookie dough
Published: Apr. 13, 2022 at 11:46 AM EDT|Updated: 11 minutes ago
(CNN) - Nestle Toll House is stuffing its cookie dough.
The iconic brand has been baking up some tasty new creations with its first-ever stuffed cookie dough.
You’ll have two flavors to choose from – chocolate chip cookie dough with fudge filling and double chocolate cookie dough with salted caramel filling.
The new dough delights are expected in the refrigerated aisle in July.
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The President makes short and long-term proposals to curb fluctuating gas prices
Gas companies say no single firm sets the price for a gallon of gas.
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - As gas prices fluctuate across the nation, the President has a plan to lower costs in both the long and short term. But, some oil and gas companies claim they need policy stability in Washington to feel confident to invest.
AAA pegs the national average for gas at $4.10. That’s down from one month ago when gas was $4.33. One year ago, the national gas average stood at $2.86.
“We’re coming off a pandemic that really scrambled supply and demand but what we’re seeing right now is Putin’s price hike on gasoline prices,” said Ali Zaidi, White House Deputy Climate Advisor.
The President is focused on increasing supply.
On Tuesday, he announced a plan to expand the sale of E15 gasoline, a 15% ethanol blend, this summer. The Environmental Protection Agency plans to issue the national emergency waiver to increase the fuel supplies. The White House claims E15 can save families 10 cents per gallon on average. It’s currently sold at 2,300 gas stations.
The president also announced a plan that includes a proposed fee on companies that lease federal land but are not producing from the wells. Companies that produce on the leased acres and existing wells would not face the higher fees.
Mike Sommers of the American Petroleum Institute said that fee sounds like an additional tax.
“It certainly would be the first case of someone increasing taxes and expecting more in return. In terms of development, we would have great concerns about an increased tax on American companies that are trying to produce American energy during this time of high oil and gas prices. We’re focused on making sure that there’s long term development here in the United States so that we can provide energy security not just for Americans, but for the world,” he said.
Sommer said, in the long-term, the Biden administration is pushing for a larger reliance on renewable energy and electric cars. However, he noted that idea competes with the notion that companies need to improve production.
“A number of members of Congress that are saying that oil and gas industry here in the United States isn’t producing enough while at the same time they’re saying that we should stop producing and make a faster transition to renewables. This is a huge concern, I think, that we have about what the world should be doing right now to advance oil and gas, because the world is going to continue to consume these products for decades and decades to come,” said Sommers.
Chairmen, CEOs, and presidents of oil and gas companies from bp America, Chevron, ExxonMobil, Devon Energy, Shell, and Pioneer Natural Resources Company testified via teleconference on Capitol Hill in April. They told the Energy and Commerce committee that increasing production on wells that are not currently in use requires more workers and equipment.
They said they are willing to increase production and invest in renewable energy. But, they said they need predictability and stability in the policy-making in Washington in order to feel confident to invest.
They also said they are not hoarding or price gouging gas.
“We know that today’s high prices at the pump are hurting Americans, the impact of high energy costs, underscores the importance of reliable and affordable energy supplies,” said Darren Woods of Exxon. He added, “no single company, sets the price of oil or gasoline, the market establishes the price based on the available supply and the demand for that supply.”
Meantime, the President has moved forward on a plan to increase supply by dipping into the Strategic Petroleum Reserve. In March, he announced the largest release in history, putting one million additional barrels on the market per day for the next six months. Zaidi calls the 6-month release a ‘bridge’ to give oil and gas companies the time needed to increase their production.
“That is just a dramatic exercise of the president’s authority in a way that we’ve never done before in the history of the United States. And, it is directly designed to counter the supply challenges that come from Putin’s war and aggression in Europe,” he said.
Zaidi said the president is also focused on new fuel economy standards, electric car production, and technology to weatherize and retrofit homes.
“The long-term play here, and it’s not a long-term play we start in the long term, it’s something we’ve got to get doing right now is to accelerate the adoption of zero emissions vehicles like electric cars and trucks. And, what we know is that if we do that, that means for the average family, 900 bucks per year that they would have spent on gasoline that they no longer have to. And for the economy, that means over a million barrels per day of oil that won’t need to be consumed or purchased from somewhere else,” said Zaidi.
Republicans held their own press conference in April to discuss gas prices. They raised concern over dipping into the national reserve. They also accuse the President of handcuffing oil and gas companies by not granting more permits and leases for pipelines and pumping on federal land. They say the president should focus on how more American oil and natural gas can be drilled and delivered.
Republicans want the President to once again start construction on the Keystone XL Pipeline. That pipeline was the subject of protest by several environmental groups.
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Amazon: IMDb TV will be renamed Amazon Freevee
(AP) - Amazon announced Wednesday its free streaming service IMDb TV will be renamed Amazon Freevee.
The new name will take effect on April 27, the company said in a news release.
The retailer said the streaming service will also expand its original programming by 70% in 2022, with spinoffs of shows such as “Bosh: Legacy” and other series. It will also add more original movies.
Amazon.com Inc. said the ad-supported service has tripled its monthly active users in the past two years and is expected to launch in Germany later this year.
“We’re looking forward to building on this momentum with an increasing slate of inventive and broadly appealing Originals, and are excited to establish Freevee as the premier AVOD (advertising-based video on demand) service with content audiences crave,” Jennifer Salke, head of Amazon Studios, said in the news release.
Wednesday’s announcement comes as the retail giant embraces a path to boost its streaming services. Last month, the company closed an $8.5 billion deal to acquire Hollywood studio MGM, making it Amazon’s second-largest acquisition following its $13.7 billion deal with Whole Foods in 2017. That acquisition was targeted to make the company better compete against Netflix and Disney+.
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School board to discuss 'Parental Rights In Education' law
For the first time since its passage, the Palm Beach County School Board on Wednesday will discuss the controversial "Parental Rights In Education" law, dubbed by critics the "Don't Say Gay" bill.
Top school district officials are scheduled to present the specific details of the newly passed law to school board members during a workshop on Wednesday afternoon.
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The bill, which was signed into law by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on March 28 and will go into effect on July 1, bans classroom instruction on "sexual orientation or gender identity" in kindergarten through third grade, or "in a manner that is not age appropriate or developmentally appropriate for students in accordance with state standards."
In addition, parents and guardians must be notified of all health services offered at their child's school and can decline to receive those services if they wish.
Schools must also provide health screening forms to parents and get their permission before the screening is given to a student.
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DeSantis and supporters said the "Parental Rights In Education" law will give parents more control and authority over how their children learn about sexuality and gender identity.
Critics, however, feel the measure is discriminatory and threatens the acceptance and inclusion of LGBTQ students in public schools.
Back in February — before the bill was passed by the Florida Legislature — the Palm Beach County School Board voted to send a letter to Florida lawmakers, officially denouncing the measure and calling it "worrisome."
In the letter, Superintendent Mike Burke and all seven school board members said they "stand firmly against any legislation that would compromise acceptance and respect for our students based on race, religion, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other demographic targeted for discriminatory exclusion."
The group added in the letter that "LGBTQ matters are conversations for older students" and are not discussed in primary grades — meaning elementary school — within the School District of Palm Beach County.
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Following the passage of the "Parental Rights In Education" law last month, the School District of Palm Beach County said it will follow the direction of the Florida Department of Education and is now conducting a curriculum review and will remove any books or materials that don't align with the legislation.
The school district confirmed at least two children's books have been removed so far for district review.
The books "I Am Jazz" and "Call Me Max" discuss transgender themes and are no longer accessible to students.
The district said schools will be notified once the review process is complete.
According to Palm Beach County School Board documents, discussions on sexual orientation or gender identity in grades 4 through 12 "will be age appropriate and developmentally appropriate."
Wednesday's discussion is the first step as the School District of Palm Beach County works to create its own policy to align with the "Parental Rights In Education" law. The school district's policy is scheduled to be officially adopted on June 15.
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AP source: CDC to extend travel mask mandate for two weeks
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration will extend for two weeks the nationwide mask requirement for public transit as it monitors an uptick in COVID-19 cases, according to a person familiar with the matter.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention was set to extend the order, which was to expire on April 18, by two weeks to monitor for any observable increase in severe virus outcomes as cases rise in parts of the country. The move was being made out of abundance of caution, the person said, speaking on the condition of anonymity to preview the CDC’s action. The requirement will now extend through May 3, 2022.
When the Transportation Security Administration, which enforces the rule for planes, buses, trains and transit hubs, extended the requirement last month, it said the CDC had been hoping to roll out a more flexible masking strategy that would have replaced the nationwide requirement.
The mask mandate is the most visible vestige of government restrictions to control the pandemic, and possibly the most controversial. A surge of abusive and sometimes violent incidents on airplanes has been attributed mostly to disputes over mask-wearing.
Critics have seized on the fact that states have rolled back rules requiring masks in restaurants, stores and other indoor settings, and yet COVID-19 cases have fallen sharply since the omicron variant peaked in mid-January.
There has been a slight increase in cases in recent weeks, driven by an even more contagious subvariant of the omicron strain, with daily confirmed cases nationwide rising from about 25,000 per day to more than 30,000. Those figures are an undercount since many people now test positive on at-home tests that are not reported to public health agencies.
Severe illnesses and deaths tend to lag infections by several weeks. The CDC is awaiting indications of whether the increase in cases correlates to a rise in adverse outcomes before announcing a less restrictive mask policy for travel.
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California lawmakers propose 4-day work week
(KOVR) - A California proposal to shorten the work week is gaining traction.
The measure would implement a four-day work week, dropping from 40 hours to 32 – and require overtime pay beyond that.
The four-day work week would apply to companies with 500 hundred employees or more.
California state Rep. Evan Low co-authored the bill.
“We’re hearing time and time again about greater worker flexibility. That’s what workers are demanding. And this provides us an opportunity to reimagine the workforce, uplifting the voice of workers while also helping to ensure that we can do the type of things in a more efficient manner, and also taking care of our families and our loved ones.”
Workers would still make the same amount of money, despite working less.
The California Chamber of Commerce has pushed back, saying the proposal would be a “job killer” by making hiring more expensive.
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California woman admits she faked her own kidnapping in 2016
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (KCRA) - The northern California woman accused of faking her own kidnapping in 2016 has signed a plea deal and will confess she made everything up.
Sherri Papini, now 39, said in a statement in part, “I am deeply ashamed of myself for my behavior and so sorry for the pain I’ve caused.”
Her attorney, William Portanova, confirmed that she signed a plea agreement Tuesday.
Papini’s husband reported her missing in November 2016 after she had gone out for a jog near her home. Three weeks later, on Thanksgiving, she was found alone on an interstate 140 miles from home.
She said she was kidnapped by two women who held her captive, chained in a closet. Her elaborate story included details about her supposed assailants wearing masks, holding her at gunpoint and branding her with a heated tool.
Federal prosecutors said Papini injured herself to back up her false statements.
The Justice Department said Papini had actually stayed with an ex-boyfriend in southern California for the three weeks she was reportedly missing.
Federal prosecutors said Papini received more than $30,000 in fraudulent victim assistance money based on the hoax. She is also facing charges of mail fraud and making false statements to a federal law enforcement officer.
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LIVE: Funeral for Elwood Fire Chief Darren Krull
ELWOOD, Neb. (KSNB) - Elwood Fire Chief Darren Krull will be laid to rest on Wednesday following his death in the line of duty less than a week ago.
Funeral services will be at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Elwood at 10:30 a.m. You can watch it live in the video player above.
The burial will follow after a luncheon at the Hanover Cemetery near Glenvil. Murray Wilson Funeral Directing of Hastings is serving the family.
On Monday, Krull’s body was transported from the Livingston Butler Volland Funeral Home in Hastings back to Elwood ahead of his service. Hastings Police along with other first responders helped lead his hearse out of town.
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Governor Pete Ricketts ordered flags to fly at half-staff on Wednesday to honor the passing of Chief Krull.
“Susanne and I were heartbroken to receive news of the passing of Fire Chief Krull,” said Gov. Ricketts. “Our prayers go out to his family and community as they mourn his loss. The bravery shown by Fire Chief Krull exemplifies the selfless service that makes our state great. As we reflect on his heroic sacrifice, we’re reminded of the courageous firefighters working in harm’s way across Nebraska to protect lives and property. We salute their dedication and pray for their safety.”
Krull was killed in a deadly crash while responding to a large fire southeast of Elwood last week.
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Children as young as 8 should be screened for anxiety, task force says
(CNN) - Mental health in children and adolescents has only worsened during the pandemic, experts say.
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force is set to recommend that children ages 8 and older should be screened for anxiety.
The task force is made up of an independent panel of experts who makes recommendations on screenings and preventative medicine.
The decision to recommend early screenings in children for anxiety was based on a review of studies that evaluated screening tests in adolescents and the benefits of early treatment.
The task force found with moderate certainty that screening for anxiety in children older than 8 would lead to improving outcomes.
The draft report was released on the task force’s website on Tuesday.
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Chris Tucker donates to high school choir’s Carnegie Hall performance
MCDONOUGH, Ga. (Gray News) - Comedian Chris Tucker surprised a high school choir program invited to perform at Carnegie Hall by helping them reach their goal of $201,579.25.
Tucker showed up at Ola High School on Wednesday to let the students know that the Chris Tucker Foundation was paying off the rest of the balance the choir needed to travel to New York City for their performance.
The program’s director, Mindy Forehand, posted a video on Facebook saying that the comedian “brought my kids a check for the Carnegie Hall balance.” The balance is due Friday.
“His quick action was an answer to prayer,” teacher Melissa Stroup said.
The high school announced their invitation to perform in February 2020. They have worked on raising the money through fundraisers and other events since then but still came up short.
Earlier this week, the choir still needed more than $16,000, according to their GoFundMe page.
Their performance is scheduled for June 20.
“These students will never forget his gift or that very teachable moment to carry with them,” Stroup said.
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Trucker blockade snarls US-Mexico border over Texas order
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — One of the busiest trade ports on the U.S.-Mexico border remained effectively closed Wednesday as frustration and traffic snarls mounted over new orders by Texas Gov. Greg Abbott requiring extra inspections of commercial trucks as part of the Republican’s sprawling border security operation.
Since Monday, Mexican truckers have blocked the Pharr-Reynosa International Bridge in protest after Abbott last week directed state troopers to stop and inspect trucks coming into Texas. Unusually long backups — some lasting 12 hours or longer — have stacked up elsewhere along Texas’ roughly 1,200-mile (1,930-kilometer) border.
Not even a week into the inspections, the Mexican government said that Abbott’s order was causing “serious damage” to trade, and that cross-border traffic had plummeted to a third of normal levels. On Wednesday, White House spokeswoman Jen Psaki called Abbott’s order “unnecessary and redundant.”
The gridlock is the fallout of an initiative that Abbott says is needed to curb human trafficking and the flow of drugs. But critics question how the inspections are meeting that objective, while business owners and experts complain of financial losses and warn U.S. grocery shoppers could notice shortages as soon as this week.
Frustration is also spreading within members of Abbott’s own party: Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller, a Republican, called the inspections a “catastrophic policy” that is forcing some trucks to reroute hundreds of miles to Arizona.
“I do describe it as a crisis, because this is not the normal way of doing business,” said Hidalgo County Judge Richard Cortez, whose county includes the bridge in Pharr. “You’re talking about billions of dollars. When you stop that process, I mean, there are many, many, many, many people that are affected.”
The shutdowns and slowdowns have set off some of the widest backlash to date of Abbott’s multibillion-dollar border operation, which the two-term governor has made the cornerstone of his administration. Texas already has thousands of state troopers and National Guard members on the border and has converted prisons into jails for migrants arrested on state trespassing charges.
Abbott warned last week that inspections would “dramatically slow” border traffic, but he hasn’t addressed the backups or port shutdowns since then. His office didn’t reply to a message seeking comment left Tuesday, but the governor planned a press conference for Wednesday afternoon in Laredo.
The disruptions at some of the world’s busiest international trade ports could pose economic and political threats to Abbott, who is seeking a third term in November. Democrat Beto O’Rourke, the former presidential candidate who is running against Abbott for governor, said during a stop in Pharr on Tuesday that the inspections were doing nothing to halt the flow of migrants and were worsening supply chain issues.
He was joined by Joe Arevalo, owner of Keystone Cold, a cold-storage warehouse on the border. He said that although Texas state troopers have always inspected some trucks crossing the border “they’ve never, ever, ever held up a complete system or a complete supply chain.”
An estimated 3,000 trucks cross the Pharr bridge on a normal day, according to the National Freight Transportation Chamber. The Pharr bridge is the largest land port for produce, such as leafy green vegetables, entering the U.S.
Mexico supplies about two-thirds of the produce sold in Texas.
“We’re living through a nightmare, and we’re already suffering through a very delicate supply chain from the pandemic and to try to regrow the business,” Arevalo said.
The additional inspections are conducted by the Texas Department of Public Safety, which said that as of Monday, it had inspected more than 3,400 commercial vehicles and placed more than 800 “out of service” for violations that included defective brakes, tires and lighting. It made no mention of whether the truck inspections had turned up migrants or drugs.
The order’s impact quickly spread beyond Texas: U.S. Customs and Border Protection officials confirmed Tuesday that there was another blockade at the Mexican customs facility at the Santa Teresa port of entry in southern New Mexico, not far from El Paso. Those protests are misguided since New Mexico has nothing to do with Texas’ inspection policies, said Jerry Pacheco, executive director of the International Business Accelerator and president of the Border Industrial Association.
He said the protests were costing businesses millions of dollars a day.
“Everybody down here is on a just-in-time inventory system,” Pancheo said. “It’s going to affect all of us, all of us in the United States. Your car parts are going to be delivered late, your computer — if you ordered a Dell or HP tablet, those are going to be disrupted.”
Ed Anderson, a professor at the McCombs School of Business at the University of Texas at Austin, compared the disruptions to those caused by February’s trucker blockade in Canada that forced auto plants on both sides of the border to shut down or scale back production. During that protest, trucks looking for other entries to cross into the U.S. wound up causing congestion at other bridges, a scenario that Anderson said might now be repeated on the southern border.
Anderson said consumers would likely begin noticing the effects by the end of this week, if not sooner.
“Either prices are going to spike or shelves are going to be low,” he said.
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Associated Press reporters Acacia Coronado. Susan Montoya Bryan in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and Mark Stevenson in Mexico City contributed to this report.
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How to tell you’re being phished and 9 other common online scams to watch out for
(Twingate) - The internet can feel packed with scams sometimes, especially for anyone who’s had their credit card or other information stolen. But most scams fall into a small variety of types that are easy to identify and avoid once you know about them.
There are only so many ways to reinvent the wheel—scammers will usually fall into a set number of categories. Twingate assembled a list of common online scams that internet users should be wary of, drawing on research from government organizations, payment processors, and tech companies.
One of the major categories of scamming is called social engineering. An old-fashioned method that still works surprisingly well, social engineering is any fraud where a human being communicates with you to obtain information in person, online, or over the phone. Scammers will use manipulative, deceptive, or psychological tactics to get someone to reveal confidential information.
As our lives increasingly have shifted online, scammers have followed, posing as everything from fake online boyfriends to made-up charities. So the next time you get a voicemail claiming to be from Microsoft, an email that says your antivirus service is out of date, or a pop-up ad from “newy0rktimes.com,” take a few seconds and think about whether it’s a genuine message before doing anything. Continue reading to learn about the most common online scams today.
Phishing
Phishing is one of the most common online scams. It’s a form of social engineering, meaning a scam in which the “human touch” is used to trick people. One offline form of phishing is when you receive a scam phone call where someone claims to be calling from the fraud department at your bank and requests your account number as verification.
With online phishing, scammers do the same kind of thing but use emails and links to fraudulent websites to fool users. In your spam folder, you’ll often see messages claiming to be from Bank of America and others. These links lead to imitation bank sites designed to capture your personal banking information.
Advanced fee scam
These email messages are notorious—and the stuff of internet legend: “Hello sir, I have a huge sum to send you!” In this scam, a forlorn prince, bank manager, church reverend, or otherwise reputable-sounding stranger has a large amount of money that they need you to hold for them. All you have to do is send them several hundred or thousand dollars to cover some kind of transactional cost upfront.
Never believe any stranger who wants to send you money, and listen to your gut. If something sounds too good to be true, it is highly likely that it is a scam.
Romance scam
Romance scams are one of the darkest and most sinister scams because of the time investment and emotions involved. Romance scammers pretend to be regular people, often older people, who are looking for love and want to meet eligible singles in other countries. They’ll build an emotional connection with their target by exchanging romantic messages and pretending to be in love.
The scam comes in when, eventually, a series of misfortunes befall the romantic partner. They might plan a visit to finally meet—but suddenly won’t have money to pay for the plane ticket. Then they’re hospitalized with a mystery illness and need money to pay the bill. This continues until the victim grows suspicious of the mounting costs.
Formjacking
Formjacking is a web scam that works the same way as a credit card skimmer does in real life. You go to a website to place an order and enter your information as usual. The transaction even goes through and seems to be fine, except that some code hacked into the website has copied your financial data to someone else.
The owners of the website may not even realize something is happening because they don’t pay close attention to their infrastructure. Make sure the websites you deal with are secure.
Phony tech support
Phony tech support is a form of social engineering. This scam may come as an email or a phone call, claiming that your computer has been compromised in some way and that you must call a number or visit a website to fix it.
From there, the scammer may install malware like keyboard capture software (or worse). On the phone, they may request remote access to your computer to help you. These scammers often claim to be from Microsoft or Apple as a way to establish legitimacy.
Ransomware
Ransomware is a kind of malicious software that is installed without your knowledge. This is usually from an email or fraudulent site, meaning it also uses phishing to imitate your bank or another institutional website. Someone calls or emails with a link that installs the ransomware on your machine. What makes ransomware different is what comes next.
The software locks certain kinds of information on your machines, like your saved documents, photos, and other files. You have to pay to unlock the data and get your files, although the FBI cautions against actually paying.
Scareware
Scareware is a form of manipulative scamming that threatens users by making them believe they need new software on their machines. One of the common forms is to tell users they need new antivirus software and to offer that software from a fraudulent source.
It’s often easy to tell these websites or emails apart from real ones: Look closely at the URLs or email addresses, which usually have strange spellings or other clues that signal you’re not dealing with legitimate companies.
Sextortion
Sextortion is an especially grim crime that targets minors, although it can also affect adults. Now that so many people meet romantic partners online, it’s common to exchange explicit photos. That’s also true of teenagers or even of younger children, who can find themselves in online relationships with people who ask for personal information and photos.
Once someone has this material, they can use it as a way to demand more and will threaten to share info or post photos publicly if their target refuses. Unlike the other crimes on this list, sextortion doesn’t always have financial goals.
Charity and disaster fraud
Crowdfunding and mutual aid are becoming more common as a way for people to share resources and help others pay for medical bills and other costs, or to donate following natural disasters. Unfortunately, this well-meaning way to help others in the community has also been targeted by scammers through charity and disaster fraud.
Scammers can make fake Twitter accounts to imitate people in need. They’ll even set up bots to make new accounts that look like your friend’s account to reply with Paypal links that redirect to the scammer. If you aren’t sure about the credibility of a group or crowdfunding page, it is always best to seek more information.
Work from home
This scam is simple and it’s a variation of an age-old, real-life scam. Think of those signs you see on street corners that say, “I make $16,000 a month working from home!” When you call, these people want you to buy training materials to become a real estate agent or something similar.
The same is true of many online ads that say you can work from home and make $500 a day or some other attractive amount. The best advice is also the oldest: If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.
This story originally appeared on Twingate and was produced and distributed in partnership with Stacker Studio.
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LSO: Man arrested for sexually assaulting developmentally disabled teen
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - The Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man they say sexually assaulted a developmentally disabled teen for years.
According to Sheriff Terry Wagner, deputies were detailed to a Lincoln school on Tuesday following a report from a student who said they’d been sexually assaulted by someone they know.
LSO said the teenager was interviewed by the Child Advocacy Center and a search warrant was drafted to inspect the suspect’s home.
Sheriff Wagner said the teenager is developmentally disabled and explained to investigators that the assaults had been happening over the last three to four years.
A search warrant at the 53-year-old man’s home was served Tuesday around 10:15 p.m. and he was arrested around 11:45 p.m.
Sheriff Wagner said the man is a convicted felon and had two firearms in his home.
The man was arrested for 1st degree sexual assault, abuse of a vulnerable adult, strangulation and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.
According to Sheriff Wagner, the 53-year-old man had been arrested in Texas back in 2005 for indecency with a child: sexual contact but the charge was later dismissed in 2006.
10/11 is not releasing the man’s name to better protect the victim’s identity.
If you or someone you know has been the victim of sexual assault, you can report it to the anonymous Child Abuse Hotline by calling (800) 652-1999.
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Nestle Toll House to roll out stuffed cookie dough
Published: Apr. 13, 2022 at 10:46 AM CDT|Updated: 11 minutes ago
(CNN) - Nestle Toll House is stuffing its cookie dough.
The iconic brand has been baking up some tasty new creations with its first-ever stuffed cookie dough.
You’ll have two flavors to choose from – chocolate chip cookie dough with fudge filling and double chocolate cookie dough with salted caramel filling.
The new dough delights are expected in the refrigerated aisle in July.
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The President makes short and long-term proposals to curb fluctuating gas prices
Gas companies say no single firm sets the price for a gallon of gas.
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - As gas prices fluctuate across the nation, the President has a plan to lower costs in both the long and short term. But, some oil and gas companies claim they need policy stability in Washington to feel confident to invest.
AAA pegs the national average for gas at $4.10. That’s down from one month ago when gas was $4.33. One year ago, the national gas average stood at $2.86.
“We’re coming off a pandemic that really scrambled supply and demand but what we’re seeing right now is Putin’s price hike on gasoline prices,” said Ali Zaidi, White House Deputy Climate Advisor.
The President is focused on increasing supply.
On Tuesday, he announced a plan to expand the sale of E15 gasoline, a 15% ethanol blend, this summer. The Environmental Protection Agency plans to issue the national emergency waiver to increase the fuel supplies. The White House claims E15 can save families 10 cents per gallon on average. It’s currently sold at 2,300 gas stations.
The president also announced a plan that includes a proposed fee on companies that lease federal land but are not producing from the wells. Companies that produce on the leased acres and existing wells would not face the higher fees.
Mike Sommers of the American Petroleum Institute said that fee sounds like an additional tax.
“It certainly would be the first case of someone increasing taxes and expecting more in return. In terms of development, we would have great concerns about an increased tax on American companies that are trying to produce American energy during this time of high oil and gas prices. We’re focused on making sure that there’s long term development here in the United States so that we can provide energy security not just for Americans, but for the world,” he said.
Sommer said, in the long-term, the Biden administration is pushing for a larger reliance on renewable energy and electric cars. However, he noted that idea competes with the notion that companies need to improve production.
“A number of members of Congress that are saying that oil and gas industry here in the United States isn’t producing enough while at the same time they’re saying that we should stop producing and make a faster transition to renewables. This is a huge concern, I think, that we have about what the world should be doing right now to advance oil and gas, because the world is going to continue to consume these products for decades and decades to come,” said Sommers.
Chairmen, CEOs, and presidents of oil and gas companies from bp America, Chevron, ExxonMobil, Devon Energy, Shell, and Pioneer Natural Resources Company testified via teleconference on Capitol Hill in April. They told the Energy and Commerce committee that increasing production on wells that are not currently in use requires more workers and equipment.
They said they are willing to increase production and invest in renewable energy. But, they said they need predictability and stability in the policy-making in Washington in order to feel confident to invest.
They also said they are not hoarding or price gouging gas.
“We know that today’s high prices at the pump are hurting Americans, the impact of high energy costs, underscores the importance of reliable and affordable energy supplies,” said Darren Woods of Exxon. He added, “no single company, sets the price of oil or gasoline, the market establishes the price based on the available supply and the demand for that supply.”
Meantime, the President has moved forward on a plan to increase supply by dipping into the Strategic Petroleum Reserve. In March, he announced the largest release in history, putting one million additional barrels on the market per day for the next six months. Zaidi calls the 6-month release a ‘bridge’ to give oil and gas companies the time needed to increase their production.
“That is just a dramatic exercise of the president’s authority in a way that we’ve never done before in the history of the United States. And, it is directly designed to counter the supply challenges that come from Putin’s war and aggression in Europe,” he said.
Zaidi said the president is also focused on new fuel economy standards, electric car production, and technology to weatherize and retrofit homes.
“The long-term play here, and it’s not a long-term play we start in the long term, it’s something we’ve got to get doing right now is to accelerate the adoption of zero emissions vehicles like electric cars and trucks. And, what we know is that if we do that, that means for the average family, 900 bucks per year that they would have spent on gasoline that they no longer have to. And for the economy, that means over a million barrels per day of oil that won’t need to be consumed or purchased from somewhere else,” said Zaidi.
Republicans held their own press conference in April to discuss gas prices. They raised concern over dipping into the national reserve. They also accuse the President of handcuffing oil and gas companies by not granting more permits and leases for pipelines and pumping on federal land. They say the president should focus on how more American oil and natural gas can be drilled and delivered.
Republicans want the President to once again start construction on the Keystone XL Pipeline. That pipeline was the subject of protest by several environmental groups.
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WHAT ARE THE 10 BEST BUYBUYBABY CAR SEATS?
A car seat is an absolute must-have for all babies and toddlers. In many places, parents and caretakers are required to use a car seat or booster for kids up to 10 or 11 years old.
Since these seats are so important for keeping a child safe, it’s worth it to take the time and find a quality car seat. That said, you don’t need to spend a fortune to buy a seat that’s safe and comfortable.
Baby-products retailer BuyBuyBaby sells top-notch car seats at a range of price points, so you’re sure to find one that works for you and your child.
INFANT CAR SEATS VS. CONVERTIBLE CAR SEATS
Infant car seats are rear-facing car seats designed for newborns up to around 1 year of age. They generally have carry handles so you can move a sleeping baby from the car to the house easily. They also often fit into a travel-system stroller, so they’re perfect for going out and about.
Convertible car seats cover several stages of a child’s life, so you can use them for longer periods before your child outgrows them. Some convert from infant seats to toddler seats and eventually boosters, while others convert from toddler seats to boosters. Make sure to check the product details before making a purchase. Some are forward-facing only, while others can remain in the rear-facing position into toddlerhood and beyond.
WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN A CAR SEAT
Quality car seats should undergo rigorous crash testing for safety. Car seats should have a sturdy five-point harness to keep your child secure while still being easy for adults to release when they need to take it out of the car. They should have good padding with the option for extra padding for newborns, which you can remove as your child grows. Also, look for removable, washable covers since they get dirty easily.
BEST INFANT CAR SEATS
Graco SnugRide SnugFit 35 DLX Infant Car Seat
A safe, secure choice for infants, this car seat features five recline positions and connects to its LATCH base with ease. The “Graco ProtectPlus” engineering ensures this design withstood a range of rigorous crash tests to make it as safe as possible. The anti-rebound bar offers an extra layer of protection in the rear-facing position.
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Chicco KeyFit 30 Infant Car Seat
Lightweight yet strong, this versatile seat for infants is compatible with Chicco strollers to create a handy travel system. The strong shell and EPS energy-absorbing foam provides exceptional impact protection. And the leveling foot helps you find the right base installation for a secure foundation. Thanks to the SuperCinch LATCH tightener, it’s easier than ever to get a secure fit.
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Peg Perego Primo Viaggio Nido Infant Car Seat
It might be on the pricier side, but this seat has several excellent features that make it worth the cost. You can move the adjustable side impact protection into six different positions without rethreading the seat. The dual-stage cushion system helps you position your baby’s head in the right spot. It has a fully adjustable seat recline, allowing you to adjust the angle.
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This light car seat only weighs 10 pounds, but it offers exceptional protection for your little one, thanks to clever engineering. It features impact-absorbing foam and an adjustable headrest with side impact protection. The SMARTSecure System makes it extremely easy to fit the seat into place, and it includes an indicator that changes from red to green when you install it properly.
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Maxi-Cosi Mico 30 Infant Car Seat
Well-padded and comfortable, your baby will be snug and secure in this seat. It’s easy to install with a one-click LATCH system, so you won’t need to wrestle it into place. Also, the harness holders conveniently keep the straps out of the way as you put your baby down in the seat.
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BEST CONVERTIBLE CAR SEATS
Graco Extend2Fit Convertible Car Seat
This seat accommodates various weights and ages, from 4-pound babies to toddlers to 2-year-old kids. It converts from rear-facing to a forward-facing toddler seat and holds up to 65 pounds. It has a steel-reinforced frame and uses EPS energy-absorbing foam to absorb the impact in an accident.
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Baby Jogger City Turn Convertible Car Seat
Kids can stay in this convertible car seat for years. It’s suitable for babies, toddlers and kids from 4-65 pounds. It has rear- and forward-facing modes, and the steel-reinforced frame keeps them safe. The press-button LATCH system is easy to use, too.
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Chicco NextFit Max ClearTex Convertible Car Seat
This seat fits children from newborns (including babies weighing as little as 4 pounds) right up until they are 65 pounds and 49 inches tall. You can use it in the rear-facing mode for kids up to 50 pounds, and it offers up to 25% more legroom to keep kids feeling comfortable in the rear-facing setup for longer.
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Cybex Sirona S SensorSafe Convertible Car Seat
Due to its innovative load leg, this seat minimizes the force of impact in the event of a collision. Plus, the linear side-impact protection absorbs up to 25% more shock. The rear-facing mode is suitable for kids between 4-50 pounds, and the forward-facing mode is best for children between 22-65 pounds. The design makes it easy to switch between the two modes, too.
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UPPAbaby KNOX Convertible Car Seat
This car seat could see kids throughout their entire childhood, especially since it can accommodate children up to 45 pounds in rear-facing mode and 65 pounds in forward-facing mode. It uses Koroyd technology to offer maximum-impact absorption in the event of a collision.
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Which RV sewer hose extension is best?
The ability to travel around the country with your home on your back is an incredible gift. Just like stationary homes, it doesn’t come without effort and upkeep. One of the least enjoyable tasks is emptying your toilet tank at designated spots. Making matters worse, sometimes you can’t reach those designated spots with your standard sewer hose.
In these cases, you’ll wish you had the Lippert Waste Master Extension Hose Kit For RV Sewer System. It’s expensive, but you can’t beat its quality.
What to know before you buy an RV sewer hose extension
How frequently will you use it?
Some people live in their RV year-round. Others take it on an extended vacation once or twice a year. RVs are expensive enough as it is, so save some money by buying an RV sewer hose extension with a price tag that fits your expected usage. For example, if you travel once a year, you don’t need a top-dollar, max-durability hose, just something that gets the job done.
Contraction
Most RV sewer hoses contract when not in use to save storage space. Some hoses will attempt the contract on their own at all times. These will put undue pressure on the couplings and lead to broken hoses and disgusting messes. So, you’ll want to purchase a hose that expands and shrinks manually. Better hoses will usually be able to constrict further than lesser hoses.
Flexibility
There’s no way of knowing what situation you’ll find at your RV campground until you get there. You’ll want to have a hose that’s flexible enough to bend and twist around obstacles with just enough rigidity to remain durable. Highly rigid hoses may last longer, but it’s only a matter of time before you find yourself in a situation that your unbending hose can’t handle.
What to look for in a quality RV sewer hose extension
Interior
The best RV sewer hose extensions have the smoothest interiors. This allows the waste to flow smoothly and prevents, or at least limits, clogs. Smooth interiors are also less likely to hold onto small amounts of waste that can leak out in storage.
Durability
There are many elements to an RV sewer hose extension’s durability, but crush and UV resistance are two of the most important.
- Crush-resistance: If something lays on the ground, inevitably, someone or something will eventually step on it. Better hoses have enough strength to hold their shape and prevent flattening or breaks from a few accidents. All will eventually succumb, though.
- UV-resistance: PRV sewer hose extensions tend to become weaker the longer it remains in direct contact with the sun. Hoses with UV resistance will last far longer than a hose without UV resistance.
How much you can expect to spend on an RV sewer hose extension
RV sewer hose extensions can cost as little as $10, which is perfect if you rarely use your RV. Most extensions cost $25-$50. The best extensions can easily exceed $100, a tier reserved for constant RV travelers.
RV sewer hose extension FAQ
How often do I need to empty the waste tank?
A. That depends on many factors, such as the size of your RV’s waste tank, the number of people traveling in the RV and how often each person uses the onboard bathroom. Some RVs have metered tanks, so you can be informed of exactly how full your tank is. In these cases, you’ll want to empty the tank once it hits two-thirds full to be safe. If you don’t have a metered tank, dumping once you arrive or before you leave your RV campground is a good policy.
Do I really need to cap my waste hoses when not in use?
A. Yes. No matter how thoroughly you flush a used hose with clean water, there’s no way to be sure there isn’t still a little something nasty hiding in an interior crevice. Capping your hoses before storing them is the best way to prevent any nasty spills or seepage from ruining your storage compartments.
What’s the best RV sewer hose extension to buy?
Top RV sewer hose extension
Lippert Waste Master Extension Hose Kit for RV Sewer System
What you need to know: This is among the highest quality kits you can find.
What you’ll love: It adds up to 20 feet to your main sewer hose. It is highly resistant to most weather conditions and has high UV resistance. The interior is smooth enough to prevent clogs and to limit waste being left inside after dumping.
What you should consider: It’s among the priciest options. Some consumers had issues with the glue connections being improperly connected or totally lacking in glue, leading to leaks.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top RV sewer hose extension for the money
Camco RhinoFLEX Heavy Duty 10-Foot RV Sewer Hose Extension Kit
What you need to know: This budget pick is excellent for infrequent travelers.
What you’ll love: It uses a swiveling bayonet design to lock the connectors into place, and the locking rings are reusable. It can contract to over 3 feet long when not in use, and it’s made of steel wire-reinforced polyolefin for durability.
What you should consider: The 10-foot size isn’t enough for some situations. Some consumers had issues with the connections suddenly separating during a dump.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon and Home Depot
Worth checking out
Valterra EZ Coupler RV Sewer Hose Kit
What you need to know: This is a great midrange pick.
What you’ll love: The kit includes a universal sewer adapter that’s transparent so you can monitor the draining process, rotating fittings and two 10-foot collapsible hoses that can add up to 20 feet to your main sewer hose. When collapsed, the hoses measure just over 2 feet long.
What you should consider: Some consumers had issues not reaching its listed maximum of 20 feet. It has fewer connectors and thus a higher chance of failure.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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What do you decorate on Easter?
Springtime pastel hues, flower-adorned wreaths, artistically-designed eggs and more — there are numerous ways to showcase your Easter spirit with lovely decorations for both inside and outside your home. From your front door to your dining room table, decorations that are both classy and reasonably priced will make your place inviting for the upcoming holiday. Whether you prefer simplistic or whimsical designs, our favorite decorative ideas will help you celebrate the holiday with style.
Focus on color
With sprouting greenery and blooming flowers, spring is all about color. When it comes to Easter, soft, subdued shades are always on trend. White bunnies, yellow chicks and pastel blue, green and pink eggs are all cheerful icons of the holiday.
Colors that represent the death and resurrection of Christ are symbolic of the religious meaning of the holiday. Purple has long been the color associated with Lent and sorrow, while gold and white represent rebirth and joy.
Add spring flowers
Flowers representing renewal and rebirth go hand in hand with springtime and the Easter holiday. Tulips, lilies, daffodils, crocuses and hyacinths are popular blooms for the season. Adding a live arrangement to special events like Easter dinner creates a special touch. If you prefer flowers that can be displayed year after year, these Easter blooms are also available in artificial bouquets, centerpieces and wreaths.
Include your entryway
Easter decorations for your front porch and door will create festive curb appeal. Wreaths and door art are affordable and easy to put in place. Baskets, signs, figures and statues are available with spring and bunny themes that appeal to Easter enthusiasts of all ages.
Create festive tables
Seasonal bouquets add a classy touch to accent and end tables in your home this time of year. Centerpieces are a nice touch for a dining table for Easter gatherings. Runners and tablecloths with Easter graphics are also available.
Don’t forget the eggs
Coloring eggs is one of the easiest and most affordable ways to decorate for Easter. There are more options than ever for turning eggs into colorful art, including pens, paints, decals, stencils and dyes. Many of these items come in sets that include everything you need for eye-catching eggs.
Best Easter decorations
Glitzhome Wooden Easter Welcome Porch Sign with Bunny Ears
This welcome sign sports a sweet bunny face that kids and the young at heart will appreciate when they stop by for Easter visits. It’s crafted of firwood and fiberboard that’s durable, making it suitable for use year after year.
Sold by Macy’s
National Tree Company Easter Egg Garland
Garland isn’t just for Christmas. This pretty strand includes springtime blooms with pastel-colored eggs, and it can be placed on a shelf, mantle or table. It’s made of quality materials that will last for many Easters to come.
Crowned Beauty Spring Easter Garden Flag
A spiritual message with colorful graphics makes this garden flag a nice addition to seasonal outdoor decorations. It’s made of strong polyester that holds up well to outdoor conditions.
Sold by Amazon
Adding fresh flowers to your Easter decor is easy with this beautiful flower-filled basket. It features roses, daisies, carnations and eggs in pastel shades that pair perfectly with the season. Small, medium and large displays are available.
Sold by 1-800Flowers.com
Winston Porter Charlestown Peter Rabbit Statue
This adorable rabbit statue features realistic details. It’s crafted of durable resin and makes a nice addition to a porch or garden.
Sold by Wayfair
Celebrate Easter Together Easter Bunny Tablecloth
Setting an Easter table starts with a tablecloth like this one that’s covered in bunnies and pastel flowers. It is available in two sizes and is machine-washable for easy care.
Sold by Kohl’s
EverBloomingOriginal Tulip Wreath
Greet your Easter guests with this unique handmade door wreath that’s packed with colorful faux tulips in a bucket and topped with a bow. There are several size options, and you can pick both the bow color and tulip color.
Sold by Etsy
National Tree Company Easter Tree
This artificial tree is designed for spring, as it showcases flowers and eggs in colors that are ideal for the Easter season. It has a sophisticated appearance that complements any room’s decor.
Sold by Home Depot
Flowers, pastel eggs and a cute bunny — this wreath has an unmistakable Easter theme. It can be used to decorate a front door but works just as well as part of an indoor Easter display.
Sold by 1-800Flowers.com
Anyone who prefers to decorate with earth-friendly products will appreciate this natural Easter egg dye kit that produces beautiful colors with dyes derived from fruits and vegetables. Even the packaging is safe for the environment, as it’s recycled and biodegradable.
Sold by Amazon
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Which men’s base layers are best?
Whether you live in a cold climate, plan on taking a trip to a chilly destination or just like to be prepared for the winter months, wearing a base layer is one of the surest ways to keep warm. They’re thin, insulated pants and long-sleeve shirts that don’t add uncomfortable bulk underneath your main bottoms and tops. Some come in top and bottom pairs, but most clothing companies separate the two.
The best men’s base layer is the Helly-Hansen HH LIFA Crew Baselayer Top. It is a little on the costly side, but it is breathable and thin without sacrificing warmth.
What to know before you buy men’s base layers
Material
Most men’s base layers are blends of one majority material to provide warmth and a small amount of stretchy material for fit and function. However, some top-dollar layers might be made entirely of one material. The most commonly used majority materials are polyester, nylon, acrylic and rayon. High-end layers may use polypropylene. Cotton is occasionally used as well, though rarely. The stretchy material is usually elastane, which is also known as Lycra or spandex.
Size
Men’s base layers go by the same sizing standards as most clothing. Some base layers come in big and tall options. The complication comes from the elasticity of most base layers. This means a shirt that’s normally your size may restrict your body to the point of discomfort. Most brands also use different sleeve and pant leg lengths than a similarly sized option from a different brand. All of which to say, you’ll likely need to try on multiple base layers before you find a comfortable fit.
What to look for in quality men’s base layers
Weight
Men’s base layer weights are closely tied to the degree of heat retention they provide. Lightweight layers provide minimal retention, making them best for cool morning runs and the like. Heavyweight layers are thick enough to trap a huge amount of body heat and keep you warm in frigid environments. Medium-weight layers have the widest range of weights and heat retention. Weather conditions between cool and frigid will be covered here, but you may need to shop for a while to find the perfect weight.
Cuffs and collars
To facilitate maximum heat retention, most men’s base layers have highly elastic cuffs and collars to prevent body heat from escaping through these weak points. The goal is to be snug enough that the cuff won’t be pulled away during average movement but not tight enough to constrict. You’ll also want to look for thin cuffs — if they’re too thick, they’ll make your outer layers feel bunched and uncomfortable.
How much you can expect to spend on men’s base layers
The cheapest men’s base layers cost no more than $20, though their effectiveness may be questionable. The priciest options start at $60 and can exceed $100 in some cases. Most men’s base layers cost between $30-$50.
Men’s base layers FAQ
What else can I wear with men’s base layers?
A. Many additional articles of clothing can be worn to increase your comfort in cold weather. Starting at the top and moving down:
- Warm hats that cover the ears, such as beanies or even balaclavas for especially frigid weather.
- Long-sleeve shirts or T-shirts made from warm materials like fleece and flannel.
- Jackets, sweatshirts and hoodies for additional top-area coverage.
- Sweatpants and other similar styles for extra bottom layers.
- Wool socks and insulated shoes for the feet.
How long do men’s base layers last?
A. Most men’s base layers last up to three years, even with regular use. Once they start to be noticeably stretched or develop any holes or thin sections, it’s time to consider a replacement. Don’t bother with repairs, as the stretchy construction of most base layers is impossible to fix once stretched or torn.
How should I wash men’s base layers?
A. Most men’s base layers require special care when washing to prevent damage. For many, this means machine-washing in cold water with bleach-free detergent and no fabric softeners. Most base layers, even machine-washable ones, shouldn’t be machine-dried.
What are the best men’s base layers to buy?
Top men’s base layer
Helly-Hansen HH LIFA Crew Baselayer Top
What you need to know: This top is warm and stylish, and it comes from an excellent brand.
What you’ll love: It’s entirely polypropylene with high degrees of breathability, flexibility and warmth retention. It comes from Scandinavia. It feels ultra-light on the body at only 0.3 pounds and uses flatlock seams for comfort. It’s available in black and two shades of white.
What you should consider: It’s among the priciest tops. The zebra-stripe accents can be too much for some consumers. Some consumers found them to run small, so it is best to purchase a size up.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top men’s base layer for the money
Starter Athletic Light-Compression Leggings
What you need to know: This bottom layer piece is effective for a low price.
What you’ll love: It’s made of 88% woven polyester with 12% Spandex for compression and fit. It dries quickly and wicks moisture. Plus, mesh inner legs allow for maximum breathability, which make these well-suited for runners. It is machine-washable and comes in black or gray.
What you should consider: With a low cost and mesh on the inner leg comes low heat retention, and some consumers found the compression to be too strong.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Under Armour Packaged Base 2.0 Crew-Neck T-Shirt
What you need to know: This shirt traps body heat to keep the wearer warm in cool weather.
What you’ll love: It comes in sizes small to 3XL. It has four-way stretch construction and a soft interior for maximum comfort in any direction. Light and breathable, this top dries quickly and wicks moisture.
What you should consider: This top is also among the priciest picks. It runs a little small, so make sure to order a size up. Additionally, it has minimal heat retention.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon and Dick’s Sporting Goods
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What are the best gifts for 11-year-olds?
No longer little kids but not quite teenagers, 11-year-olds often want to be more grown-up than they are, and will appreciate gifts that make them feel this way. It can be a tricky age group to buy for, but once you get down to it, you can find plenty for tweens to enjoy.
You know the 11-year-old you’re buying for, so thinking about their likes and interests will help you choose the perfect gift. And it’s useful to look at popular products for inspiration.
Best tech gifts for 11-year-olds
Top tech gift
WobbleWorks 3Doodler Create+ 3D Printing Pen
What you need to know: Creative 11-year-olds who love tech will be wowed by this 3D printing pen.
What you’ll love: It lets users create 3D models out of plastic rods that are inserted into the pen and melt as they come out of the tip. Users can craft all kinds of wonderful creations, both big and small.
What you should consider: Although sensible 11-year-olds will be able to use it safely, it’s recommended for ages 14-plus.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top tech gift for the money
Sphero Mini App-Enabled Programmable Robot Ball
What you need to know: This is an excellent choice if you’re buying for an 11-year-old who loves tech and is interested in programming.
What you’ll love: This tiny robot can teach users how to code with the Sphero app for smartphones, tablets or laptops. It also acts as a controller to play a variety of mini games and has a drive mode that lets users drive it around from the app.
What you should consider: It suffers from a few glitches, such as easily becoming uncalibrated and disconnecting from Wi-Fi.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Best gifts for 11-year-olds who love music
Top music gift
Fender Squier Bullet Stratocaster Starter Pack
What you need to know: It’s a reasonably priced electric guitar that’s great for beginners as it comes bundled with other essentials.
What you’ll love: This guitar is on the higher end of basic, so it will serve a new player for at least a few years before they want to upgrade. It comes with accessories including a strap, lead, tuner and small practice amp.
What you should consider: If you’re not sure your 11-year-old wants to learn guitar, it’s a pricey gift to take a risk on.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top music gift for the money
What you need to know: This portable Bluetooth speaker is perfect for music lovers, letting them play music from a phone, tablet or laptop.
What you’ll love: It’s waterproof and durable, so it’s a good choice for kids who aren’t known for taking the best care of their belongings. The sound quality is excellent considering its compact size.
What you should consider: Kids who don’t have their own phone or tablet will get limited use from it.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Best gifts for creative 11-year-olds
Top creative gift
Prismacolor Premier Colored Pencils
What you need to know: Art-lovers can level up their drawing game with these colored pencils.
What you’ll love: They have soft cores, are highly pigmented and easily blendable, so they’re a huge step up for tweens who only have basic colored pencils. You can choose a range of pack sizes, from small 36-pencil sets to huge 150-pencil ones.
What you should consider: Their high price point means they’re not ideal for kids who aren’t seriously into art.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top creative gift for the money
Fujifilm Instax Mini 11 Instant Camera
What you need to know: This camera lets the tween in your life experience the magic of instant Polaroid pictures, but in a modern package.
What you’ll love: It’s great for 11-year-olds into photography, easy to use and comes in a range of appealing colors: blue, pink, lilac, charcoal and white. It automatically adjusts the shutter speed to get the best results in any lighting.
What you should consider: The film is relatively pricey and kids may go through it quickly when they’re used to taking snaps on digital cameras.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Best gift for adventurous 11-year-olds
Top adventurous gift
What you need to know: This mini drone is made by a reputable drone manufacturer, but has cheaper components and hardware to bring the cost down.
What you’ll love: It has a decent build quality and is easy to control, which is great for young drone pilots. It comes with a camera that can capture still photos and videos.
What you should consider: The maximum flight time is only 13 minutes, but it’s still fun to play with.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top adventurous gift for the money
What you need to know: A skateboard is a great gift for adventurous young people who are longing to hang out at the skatepark with their friends.
What you’ll love: This is a complete board, so it’s ready to ride out of the box. It’s a decent setup for new skaters that they’ll take a while to grow out of. The 7.5-inch width is a good size for young skaters.
What you should consider: You’ll need to buy the right safety gear for the 11-year-old in your life to skate safely.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Best gifts for 11-year-olds into games and gaming
Top game and gaming gift
What you need to know: This Marvel version of the strategy game Splendor is complex enough to keep 11-year-olds interested without being too hard to play.
What you’ll love: It’s a great choice for Marvel fans, board-gamers and young people you’re trying to encourage to spend less time staring at screens. It’s a relatively quick game, taking around 30 minutes from start to finish once players have the hang of the mechanics.
What you should consider: It can be tough to get some 11-year-olds to agree to family game time.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top game and gaming gift for the money
Paladone Playstation Icons Light
What you need to know: Young people of this age often want to start asserting their identity, so a keen gamer would love to display this in their bedroom or game room.
What you’ll love: It has three lighting modes: one displaying solid colors, one phasing among colors and one music-reactive mode that flashes along with a beat. It’s officially licensed by PlayStation and is solidly made.
What you should consider: Kids who are more into Xbox or Nintendo than PlayStation might not like it.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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What are the best bassinets at BuyBuyBaby?
Lightweight and compact enough to position at your bedside, bassinets make excellent first beds for babies. Having your baby right next to you at night will help you both rest easier — and make it easy to breastfeed right away or console your newborn when they wake up. The trouble is finding the perfect bassinet for you and your newborn.
A good bassinet is, above all else, safe for babies. It should give you easy access to your baby at night so nocturnal disturbances aren’t so stressful. Once you know what you’re looking for, it’s less challenging to find the right bassinet.
Best bassinets from BuyBuyBaby
Halo Bassinest Luxe Swivel Sleeper
This deluxe bassinet is not only safe and comfortable for babies but highly convenient for parents. The swivel design brings your baby even closer to you when you need it to, which is perfect when you have to feed or soothe your child in the night but don’t want to get out of bed. The lowering bedside wall also allows you easier access while keeping your little one safe. What’s more, the bed portion is easy to remove from the base for naps in other parts of your home.
Sold by BuyBuyBaby
You don’t have to spend a fortune to get a decent bassinet, as proved by this affordable model. The mesh sides are breathable and allow you to see in and check on your baby without getting up from bed. Thanks to the quick-fold mechanism, it’s easy to pack and move for travel or naps outside or in other parts of your home. The hammock-style shelf below the sleeping area is perfect for holding changing or feeding essentials that you need on hand.
Sold by BuyBuyBaby
Ingenuity Dream and Grow Bedside Bassinet
A common complaint about bassinets is how quickly babies grow out of them. Most bassinets are no longer safe to use once your baby can sit up. This model has an adjustable depth, so you can use it until your child reaches 12 months. What’s more, it has a convenient storage caddy to hold diapers, wipes, muslins and other essentials.
Sold by BuyBuyBaby
Baby Delight Beside Me Dreamer Bassinet and Bedside Sleeper
You can either use this as a standard bassinet or as a co-sleeper bassinet with the side down and the base properly anchored to your mattress. The latter is great for parents who like the idea of co-sleeping but are concerned about the potential risks as it gives babies their own space where there’s no chance you could roll onto them. It’s easy to adjust the height so it’s at the right level for your bed.
Sold by BuyBuyBaby
With four ways to use this bassinet, it’s perfect for parents who want something that will grow with their child. You can use it as a raised bassinet so your baby’s at eye level when you’re in bed, as a standard crib-level bassinet, as a portable bassinet separate from the base and as a crib or play yard for older babies and toddlers. It folds down and comes with a convenient carry case for travel use.
Sold by BuyBuyBaby
Delta Children Wave Vibrating Bassinet
Thanks to its built-in wave vibration, this bassinet can help soothe fussy infants, either to get them off to sleep at bedtime or to settle them down if they wake in the night. It has a toy bar suspended above the sleeping area, giving babies something to look at. Below is a shelf that you can use for storage of all those items you need to care for your baby.
Sold by BuyBuyBaby
DaVinci Archie Portable Bassinet
If you like the classic crib look, this is the bassinet for you. It’s made from wood with slats down the sides for breathability; this also allows you to easily look in and see your baby from bed or another low angle. It’s available in a brown wood finish or painted white or gray. It’s on wheels so you can easily move it from one spot to another, as needed. The large shelf at the base gives you plenty of space to hold what you need for changing, feeding and so on.
Sold by BuyBuyBaby
Skip Hop Cozy-Up 2-in-1 Bedside Sleeper and Bassinet
This height-adjustable bassinet can be used either in a regular freestanding fashion or as a bedside co-sleeper, anchored to your mattress for safety. Whichever option you choose, it’s safe to use and performs well. The mesh sides are breathable and offer great visibility. Some buyers found it hard to find sheets to fit, so it’s worth checking that before you buy.
Sold by BuyBuyBaby
Fisher-Price Soothing Motions Bassinet
A perfect choice for fussy babies or difficult sleepers, this bassinet has a range of options to help soothe infants to sleep. It has a gentle swaying motion, gentle vibrations and soothing sounds, all of which combine to help babies and parents get more rest. Of course, these are optional, so you don’t have to use them if your child isn’t a fan. It also has a mobile with stars and a lion, providing visual stimulation. The storage shelf below the sleeping area is also nice to have.
Sold by BuyBuyBaby
Ingenuity FoldAway Rocking Wood Bassinet
Thanks to its rocking abilities, you can more easily soothe your baby off to sleep with the help of this bassinet. You can also lock it into stationary mode to keep it safe and stable when you need. It has an attractive dark wood frame and a gray and white sleeping area with breathable mesh sides that are removable and machine washable. It also folds extremely quickly and easily, so it’s great for travel or simply taking to different rooms in your house so your baby can nap near you.
Sold by BuyBuyBaby
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Should you buy a Graco jogging stroller?
If running is important to you, having a baby or toddler to look after doesn’t mean giving up on it. With a jogging stroller, you can safely and easily run with your child. However, choosing the stroller is important, and you may be wondering if Graco strollers can provide the durability and features you want.
Many people love them, but it’s up to you to decide if they’re worth it for you. Learning more about their features, pros and cons will help you decide if a jogging stroller from Graco is what you need.
Graco jogging stroller features
Locking front wheel
When jogging with a stroller, the front wheel must be fixed in a forward-facing position for safety reasons. While some dedicated jogging strollers have front wheels permanently fixed in place, this makes them impractical for non-jogging use, as they’re difficult to maneuver at a walking pace. Instead, all Graco jogging strollers have locking front wheels so you can lock them in place for jogging and unlock them when you want to use the stroller for standard day-to-day activities.
Child tray
Every jogging stroller from Graco has a child tray with a cup holder and a compartment for snacks. This is an excellent feature to keep toddlers happy and hydrated while you’re on the go.
Adult cup holder
You also need to keep yourself hydrated while you’re running, which is why you’ll appreciate the adult cup holder attached to the handles of these strollers. It can fit two standard water bottles or coffee cups and has a recess that can be used for snacks or as a phone holder.
Large wheels
Jogging strollers’ wheels are larger than those of standard strollers, which makes jogging strollers roll along more smoothly. The large wheels can roll right over obstacles that standard strollers can’t, making them less likely to be caught by potholes or other bumps in the road.
Under-seat storage
The large under-seat baskets on these strollers provide ample storage. Even when you’re out for a run, you still need to bring diapers, bottles, snacks and all those other baby and toddler essentials. Plus, you might decide to grab a few groceries on the way back from your jog, in which case the extra storage space comes into its own.
Air-filled tires
Air-filled tires provide some natural shock absorption to give your child a smoother ride while you’re running. Although not all Graco strollers have suspension systems, these tires do a decent job of absorbing bumps in the road so your little one will feel more comfortable.
Sun canopy
There’s no need to worry about your baby on a sunny day with the sun canopy providing UV50 sun protection. Of course, you’ll still need to apply baby sunscreen on any exposed skin that isn’t shaded by the canopy, but it still offers your child a decent level of protection.
How much do Graco jogging strollers cost?
Compared to high-end jogging strollers, they’re fairly affordable. Expect to pay roughly $150-$250, depending on your chosen model.
Graco jogging stroller pros
- Compatibility: You can buy Graco jogging stroller travel systems if you want to be able to fit an infant car seat to your jogging stroller base.
- Features: They’re thoughtfully designed with features parents and caregivers want, such as storage and cup holders.
- Foldability: These strollers fold easily even when you’re only using one hand, a huge relief when you’re trying to hold a baby with one arm and adjust your stroller with the other.
- Air-filled tires: All Graco strollers have them, providing some natural shock absorption and, therefore, giving your little one a smoother ride.
- Sneak peek: The peekaboo window in the canopy lets you check in on your baby while keeping the canopy up for sun protection.
Graco jogging stroller cons
- Singles only: While you can buy standard double strollers from Graco, the company doesn’t make double jogging strollers.
- Spot-clean only: The seat pads are spot-clean only, so they can get grubby once you’ve had the stroller for a while.
- Pavement only: Only one features a suspension system, so the others aren’t suitable for off-road use.
- Leaks possible: While the air-filled tires provide a smoother ride, there is a chance they could get punctured.
Are Graco jogging strollers worth it?
While they have a handful of flaws and features that could be improved upon, they’re solid, reliable strollers for an affordable price. This makes them an attractive choice for many buyers. They’re versatile enough to use day-to-day, as well as for jogging or running, so you could make one your only stroller.
If you’re looking for a high-end stroller, on the other hand, you may prefer to pay more to have a stroller with all the bells and whistles, along with a trendy brand name.
Ultimately, you’ll need to weigh the pros and cons, take a closer look at the models available and decide whether a Graco jogging stroller is the best one for you.
Best Graco jogging strollers
Graco FastAction Fold Jogging Stroller
This affordable, lightweight jogging stroller is quick and easy to hold with just one hand. The air-filled tires provide excellent shock absorption to give your baby a smooth ride.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Graco Modes 2.0 Jogging Stroller
With seven ways to position your baby or toddler, this is a versatile jogging stroller. It has a suspension system as well as air-filled tires, which is great for use on bumpy trails.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon and BuyBuyBaby
Graco FastAction Jogger LX Stroller
It works as both a stroller for toddlers and older babies and is compatible with any Graco infant car seat for newborns. It folds quickly and has plenty of storage.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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Sephora’s bestselling eye masks
When outlining how to have glowing and smooth skin, the first tip dermatologists and skin care experts always offer is to get more sleep and drink water. While there’s no replacement for staying hydrated, there is a way to look like you got eight hours of sleep, even after spending all night in the office or out with friends.
Under-eye masks are no longer the beauty industry’s best-kept secret. Whether you have puffy eyes, dark circles or dehydrated skin, eye masks offer a miracle solution in just 15 minutes. If you’re wondering which choice is best for you, here are the eight most popular eye masks at Sephora.
Eye mask considerations
Styles of eye masks
There are several styles of eye masks. The most popular is an under-eye patch, which is usually soaked in a serum full of quality ingredients. The patches themselves are made from paper, cloth, fibers or gel and don’t provide too much benefit. The most important part of an eye mask patch is the serum it’s soaked in.
Some eye masks come with dry patches and a separate gel or serum. In this case, you apply the gel or serum and place the mask on top. There are also eye masks in the form of a cream or a balm that are used without a patch, similar to an eye cream.
When using the patch style, the thinner, tapered end is the side that goes next to the inner corner of your eye. This leaves the thick end to wrap around the outer side of your eye and target any fine lines. While some hydrating masks can be used every day, masks with actives and powerful ingredients may only be recommended for use once or twice a week.
Benefits of eye masks
Eye masks can have numerous benefits, which are primarily dependent on the ingredients. For example, some eye masks are targeted toward those with puffy eyes, while others are designed to brighten or smooth fine lines and wrinkles. Some of the most common ingredients used in eye masks include:
- Caffeine: One of the most popular ingredients found in eye masks is caffeine. Caffeine is known to restrict blood vessels, which can significantly reduce puffiness.
- Hydrating ingredients: Some under-eye issues like fine lines and texture are caused by a lack of moisture, which can be improved by using a hydrating eye mask. A few hydrating ingredients found in eye masks include hyaluronic acid, ceramides and squalane.
- Antioxidants: One of the primary ways to brighten the under-eye area is by using ingredients rich in antioxidants, including vitamin C, vitamin K and niacinamide.
- Actives: Actives are powerful ingredients that go deeper into your skin to address a specific issue. A few actives include retinol, which targets fine lines and wrinkles, and chemical exfoliants like BHAs and AHAs that encourage skin cell turnover.
Most popular eye masks at Sephora
Best eye masks with retinol
Shiseido Benefiance WrinkleResist24 Pure Retinol Express Smoothing Eye Mask
Packed with retinol, these powerful eye masks brighten and smooth the under-eye area in as little as 15 minutes. Over time, the active ingredients also target fine lines around the eyes. As a bonus, these masks can also be used for laugh lines around the mouth.
Sold by Sephora
Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Retinol Eye Sleeping Mask
Those who prefer a cream instead of a patch will love this sleeping mask formulated with encapsulated retinol and avocado. The encapsulated retinol is gentler around the eyes than other forms because it releases smaller amounts at a time. This cream is also packed with antioxidants that help to brighten and de-puff.
Sold by Sephora
Best gold eye masks
Wander Beauty Baggage Claim Eye Masks
After seeing shiny gold masks on celebrities around the world, this eye mask became a skin care favorite. It doesn’t just look pretty but also contains peptides, amino acids and hyaluronic acid. Together, these ingredients work to hydrate, diminish the appearance of fine lines and improve the texture of your skin.
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Peter Thomas Roth 24-Karat Gold Pure Luxury Lift and Firm Hydra-Gel Eye Patches
Everyone loves a gold mask, and they’re even better if they work. These luxurious eye patches are infused with 24K and colloidal gold to lift and firm the under-eye area. The formula also includes caffeine and hyaluronic acid to reduce the look of puffiness and deliver hydration.
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Best eye masks for puffiness and bags
Peace Out Puffy Under-Eye Patches
With powerhouse ingredients like caffeine, niacinamide and hyaluronic acid working together, your sleepy eyes don’t stand a chance. If you want to reduce puffiness and brighten and hydrate your under-eye area, put these patches on for just 15 minutes. They’re also vegan and free of parabens, mineral oil, sulfates, and gluten and contain less than 1% synthetic fragrance.
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Tarte SEA Pack Your Bags Under-Eye Patches
Those looking for eye masks with unique ingredients will appreciate these clear, contoured patches that use jellified algae and coconut to brighten and hydrate. They’re also vegan and hypoallergenic and, most importantly, won’t slide around your face. The pack includes four sets of two patches.
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Best visibly hydrating eye masks
Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair Concentrated Eye Treatment Mask
Estee Lauder has been creating top skin care for years, and these eye masks are no different. The patches are soaked in an intensely concentrated treatment that delivers effective and powerful results. It’s so effective that it’s only recommended to use these eye masks once a week.
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Dior Backstage Eye Reviver Patches
If you want to look fancy, these eye patches with the iconic Dior logo printed all over them are the way to go. Unlike most eye masks, the serum and eye patches are separate. After smoothing the eye serum on your under-eyes, place the patches on for 10 minutes. If you run out of patches before serum, you can use other patches and get the most bang for your buck.
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What’s the best eye primer at Sephora?
If you haven’t been using eye primer, you’re lucky you’ve never needed one, but most likely you aren’t getting the best performance out of your eyeshadow. Starting your eye look with a primer creates a smooth, flawless base that can actually make it easier to apply and blend your eyeshadow. Plus, a good eyeshadow primer can help your makeup stay as crease-free and brilliant as the moment you put it on. Here are the most popular Sephora eye primers to try out for lasting, perfect eye makeup.
Eye primer considerations
Do I need eye primer?
Have you ever caught a glimpse of your makeup a few hours after applying and noticed it creasing, fading or smudging? Even eyeshadow formulas touting their long-lasting capabilities are prone to wearing away over time. Applying an eyeshadow primer first can help your eye makeup look freshly done for hours. Eyeshadow primers create a smooth, even canvas that lets eyeshadows blend more easily, avoiding patchiness. Primers can also capture the true color of your eyeshadow and prevent it from being altered by your skin tone showing through.
How to choose an eye primer
Most eye primers are formulated to create a grippy base for your eyeshadow, but some offer color-correcting or skincare benefits as well. When it comes to color coverage, some primers dry down transparent, while others are tinted. Shop carefully to pick one that suits your skin tone and your makeup goals, and keep in mind that the lighter your primer, the more your eyeshadow’s pigment will pop. If you have oily eyelids, look for an eyeshadow primer formula that’s described as long-lasting to avoid creasing. For dry eyelids, choose a formula with hydrating ingredients like vitamin E.
Can I use concealer as eye primer?
Probably not. Some people with drier eyelids might be able to make their under-eye concealer multitask as an eye primer, but in general, concealers just don’t have the same ability to grip pigments and prevent creasing the way an eye primer can. Concealer can act as a good eyeshadow base and help eyeshadow color look truer and brighter, but it won’t last as long. You can set your concealer with a translucent setting powder or an eyeshadow that matches your skin tone, which helps turn it into a better base for blending. But in general, an eyeshadow primer is going to give you the same flawless base plus much longer-lasting staying power.
How to use eye primer
Eye primer is a quick and easy step to add to your makeup routine. To use eye primer, apply a small amount to your eyelid using your fingers (or the primer’s applicator, if it has one) and lightly pat with your ring finger to blend. Fill in your eyelid area from corner to corner and up to your brows. Start small, because it’s easier to build up product than it is to remove it. Let the primer dry down completely before applying your eyeshadow. To help your makeup last even longer, use a setting spray when you’re done with your makeup to lock everything in place.
Most popular Sephora eye primers
Urban Decay Original Eyeshadow Primer Potion
This sheer beige primer can help heavily pigmented eyeshadows stay bright, colorful and crease-free for up to 24 hours. It blends out and dries down well, leaving your eyes ready for your makeup. This primer is vegan and cruelty-free.
Smashbox 24-Hour Photo Finish Eyeshadow Primer
This powerful, long-wearing formula is sweat- and humidity-resistant so your eyeshadow can stay vibrant up to 24 hours, no matter what climate you’re in. Users with hooded and/or oily eyelids report excellent results. It comes in one shade that dries clear.
Nars Pro-Prime Smudge-Proof Eyeshadow Base
This highly rated primer applies smoothly and keeps eyeshadow looking crease-free and true to color for hours, even on oily eyelids. The unique formula combines polymers and minerals for a grippy canvas that’s so lightweight, you’ll forget it’s there. It’s ophthalmologist- and dermatologist-tested and comes in four color choices, including untinted.
Urban Decay Eden Eyeshadow Primer Potion
This opaque beige formula offers the same crease-free primer power as the original, but with a pale tint that can make eyeshadow colors look more vibrant. If you have a shimmery eyeshadow that looks too glittery, use this primer to soften it. This formula tends to feel a little thicker than the original, so only use a very small amount and build up as needed.
Benefit Cosmetics Stay Don’t Stray 360-Degree Stay Put Eyeshadow Primer
Apply this primer in a circle around your eye to conceal under-eye dark circles and create a base for eyeshadow. It’s a great choice for those with drier eyelids because it’s formulated with vitamins C and E as well as sodium hyaluronate, a hydrating, more lightweight derivative of hyaluronic acid.
Urban Decay Anti-Aging Eyeshadow Primer Potion
Another variation of the popular Urban Decay Primer Potion, this formula smooths the appearance of fine lines thanks to blurring pigments. Hydrating ingredients also help nourish the eye area, especially on dry eyelids. It needs a little longer to dry down than other Urban Decay formulas, but eye makeup still lasts hours without creasing.
Anastasia Beverly Hills Pro Pencil
Perfect for makeup minimalists looking for a multitasking product, this pencil can highlight and carve out brows, conceal dark circles, highlight the inner eye area and act as a grippy eyeshadow primer. The pencil point also makes it handy for priming for eyeliner and cat-eye flicks. It blends easily and comes in three shades.
Rare Beauty Always An Optimist Weightless Eyeshadow Primer
This primer is formulated to boost the color of your eyeshadow, and its hydrating ingredients help create a smoother, silky canvas for makeup. The custom doe-foot applicator has a pointed tip to help you get primer wherever it’s needed. The hydrating formula performs better on drier eyelids.
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Which queen-size bedspreads are best?
When you’re looking for a clean, polished look in your bedroom, few items can instantly transform your room like a good bedspread. With its ability to conceal any clutter under the bed to its crisp construction, a bedspread is an easy and fast solution. If you’re looking for a bedspread that instantly dresses up your bedroom, Madison Park Quebec 3-Piece Queen Quilted Bedspread Set is the top choice.
What to know before you buy a queen-size bedspread
Mattress thickness
There can be a wide disparity between thicknesses in different mattresses. This is important in how your bedspread falls and how far down it reaches. If you have a pillow-top mattress or another deep-pocket variety, this may affect the fall of your bedspread. Bedspreads are intended to give crisp edges and a straight fall down the sides of the bed, so getting the measurements right is key.
Bed height and width
After measuring the thickness of your mattress, next tackle the measurement of the distance of its top from the floor. Next, measure the width of your mattress. (If it is a queen mattress, this measurement should equal 60 inches.) Subtracting this amount from the overall width of the bedspread, then dividing this number by two will give you a measurement of how far the bedspread will fall on your bed. If you like the look of a bedspread that just skirts the floor, be precise in your sourcing of a bedspread.
Bed type
Bedspreads give a great, well-made look to a bed, but they aren’t for every bed. They tend to not fit snugly on beds with posts, for example, or those with a tall, pronounced footboard. Even if the foot of your bed is lower but ornate (e.g., a carved wood footboard), a bedspread will both obscure this detail and also fail to fall straight down, which is one of the key benefits of a bedspread. If any of these are true about your bed, you may be better off with either a patterned comforter or, for greater flexibility, a plain white comforter and a duvet cover.
What to look for in a quality queen-size bedspread
Washability
It’s great when a bedspread looks good right out of its packaging, but it’s even better when it still looks good after being washed many times. Fabrics like cotton and linen look great after repeated wear and washing, for example. Be sure to read the care instructions on the packaging or the online listing to be sure the recommended care is something you can easily keep up with.
Weight
Do you tend to like snug, heavy bedding while you sleep? Or do you like to “feel free” and tend to kick off the covers? Bedspreads come in a variety of weights, so pay attention to the description as you consider a bedspread. Light or summer-weight bedspreads will be best for sleepers who don’t like a lot of weight.
Visual interest
Whether it’s an embroidered design, appliques, or patterned fabric, a bedspread can add to the appeal of your bedroom by including detailing that’s pleasing to you. Matelasse bedspreads, which can have raised embroidered detail, offer both the visual appeal of a pattern but the calmness of a solid color.
How much you can expect to spend on a queen-size bedspread
Depending on material, expect to pay between $50-$200 for a queen-size bedspread.
Queen-size bedspread FAQ
Bedspread, comforter, coverlet, quilt … what’s the difference?
A. The basic differences between the various types of bed coverings are size and thickness. Bedspreads are single-layer coverings that are intended to cover the whole bed and its sides down to the floor. A quilt and a coverlet both are designed to cover only to the point where the mattress meets the box spring or the platform of your bed (for beds without box springs, a coverlet would lay flat like a bedspread, but a quilt would contain batting). A comforter also covers the area to the box spring but has thicker filling, giving it a puffy look.
Do people still use bedspreads?
A. Bedspreads were once the go-to bed covering, but they have lost ground to comforters in recent decades due to fashion as well as the latter’s ease of use and superior warmth. However, bedspreads are making a comeback, and they are particularly suited for bedrooms with a retro or boho feel.
What’s the best queen-size bedspread to buy?
Top queen-size bedspread
Madison Park Quebec 3-Piece Queen Quilted Bedspread Set
What you need to know: Available in a dozen color options, this quilted, classic bedspread is sure to make any room look dignified and put together.
What you’ll love: This bedspread looks high-end but is easily machine-washable. It is designed to drape well on pillow-top mattresses.
What you should consider: Some shoppers report that the colors aren’t exactly as seen onscreen, so choose yours carefully.
Where to buy: Sold by Macy’s
Top queen-size bedspread for the money
Mellanni Bedspread Coverlet Set
What you need to know: Available both in solid and patterned fabric, this budget-friendly option adds polish to your bedroom.
What you’ll love: The microfiber construction is soft and durable, and the stitching is sturdy and beautiful.
What you should consider: This bedspread is on the thinner side and most suited for summertime use.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Martha Stewart Collection Midland Vine Queen Bedspread
What you need to know: Dainty floral embroidery gives this bedspread an air of a time gone by.
What you’ll love: The soft, beige cotton washes easily and spring back into shape on your bed with a minimum of fuss.
What you should consider: Depending on the height of your bed, this bedspread may not fall all the way to the floor, so measure carefully.
Where to buy: Sold by Macy’s
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Which Bluetooth headphones are the best for calls?
It’s relatively easy to find an acceptable pair of headphones for listening to music. Making phone calls, though, relies a little more on specific aspects of Bluetooth connectivity and microphone capabilities. There are some Bluetooth headphones that are decidedly poor at making voice and video calls, but luckily, there are plenty of great choices if you need dependable voice capabilities compatible with your phone or PC. Many of those great models are even available at reasonable prices.
What to know about Bluetooth headphones and phone calls
There are two types of noise cancellation
The most well-known form of active noise cancellation (ANC) helps to eliminate noise that you hear around you. Headphones with ANC will let you turn the feature on and off, and generally offer significantly different sound quality and battery life depending on whether ANC is activated or not. This type of ANC isn’t incredibly important to making phone calls, although it can help if you frequently call from busy locations.
The more important type of noise cancellation in terms of making calls, though, has everything to do with your primary microphone. Specifically referred to as Clear Voice Capture (CVC) noise cancellation, it uses algorithms to isolate your voice and remove echo and background noise that might otherwise distract the person you’re calling. This type of noise isolation goes so far as to reduce the sound of keyboard keystrokes and mouse button clicks (when it’s implemented well, at least). In contrast to ANC, CVC noise canceling is especially important when choosing wireless headphones for making calls.
Over-ear headphones vs. earbuds for making calls
Over-ear headphones almost universally sound better when listening to music and true wireless earbuds are practically infinitely more convenient. Both of those items hold true in terms of calls, and there are even more definite considerations. It’s harder to find earbuds (whether true wireless or tethered) that offer pristine call quality, simply because earbuds have smaller and fewer microphones that are essentially located in the ear canal, nowhere near your mouth.
For that reason, you’ll notice that over-ear headphones get the majority of recommendations for voice and video calls. Nonetheless, there are some earbuds that are great at picking up your voice, and we’ve gone to great lengths researching which models are best.
What Bluetooth version do you need for phone calls?
Headphones’ call quality isn’t directly tied to their Bluetooth version, but look for headphones with version 4.2 or later. Bluetooth 5.0 to 5.2 is ideal because it ensures a robust connection and advanced connectivity options like multipoint pairing (which lets you connect to two devices at once and switch between them at will). However, you’ll notice that some models from big-name manufacturers like Sony and Bose still use Bluetooth 4.2, and ultimately it doesn’t cause any significant drawbacks when making calls.
Best Bluetooth headphones for voice and video calls
These are some of the best headphones on the market in nearly every facet, including sound quality, Bluetooth codec support, active noise cancellation and microphone isolation and effectiveness. They also have a great battery life and charge quickly via USB-C.
Sold by: Amazon
Don’t be fooled by their low price; these high-quality headphones punch well above their class and deliver surprisingly good audio quality. In particular, they’re better at making phone calls than such cheap headphones have any right being.
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Bose has made industry-leading wireless headphones for years, and the 700s are no exception. They’re exceedingly simple to use and offer great background noise removal, although they’re not ideal for Android phones due to subpar Bluetooth codec support.
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While true wireless earbuds can be hit or miss when it comes to microphone capabilities, these are an excellent option for both listening to music and talking on the phone. Since they’re also waterproof and have secure ear hooks, they’re great for everyday use like during workouts at the gym.
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The evolution of Bose’s famous QC35 II headphones, the QuietComfort 45 offer arguably the most effective active noise cancellation on the market with advanced features such as transparency mode, which lets you hear your surroundings when needed.
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Since they’re marketed as a gaming headset, these headphones are specially designed with a flexible boom and a microphone engineered for peak clarity, even in crowded environments. In case you do plan on gaming with them, they use a low-latency proprietary wireless connection in addition to Bluetooth 5.0 and wired support.
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If you need professional-grade performance, consider this headset from corporate audio giant Jabra. Their flip-up boom mic ensures you’ll be heard clearly and their on-ear design helps to ventilate and cool your ears during a long workday.
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If you want unobtrusive headphones that are made specifically for phone calls on your iPhone, these are the best on the market. They even work well with some Android phones, but unfortunately not all of them.
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These are some of the most affordable true wireless earbuds available, but in spite of their affordable cost, they sound great with most genres of music and enable clear communication over the telephone as well as Zoom and other PC-based voice and video calling.
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Most people buy these because they’re especially stylish and deliver pristine audio when listening to music. Their lesser-known feature is that they pick up and reproduce voices on phone calls as good as or better then almost anything else.
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If you need headphones for both work and play, it’s hard to beat this pair from a leader in telecommunications. Their active equalizer and noise cancellation algorithm go into effect only when needed, ensuring the best possible audio quality at all times.
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A four-microphone array allows the Voyager 8200 to reduce background noise for you and your call’s recipient better than most of the competition. They even include a USB-A Bluetooth adapter in case there isn’t one built into your PC.
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How to get a flagship smartphone and one of the top smart displays in a bundle
Once upon a time, OnePlus was an entry-level and midrange smartphone company trying to get a foothold in a crowded industry. With its latest release, the OnePlus 10 Pro, it’s clear that this former upstart company deserves its place among high-end mobile device manufacturers.
While the OnePlus 10 Pro is an excellent phone in its own right, Amazon is offering to sweeten the deal by including its popular and convenient Alexa-enabled Echo Show 8 smart display. It’s an especially noteworthy deal because the OnePlus 10 Pro is already one of the best-value flagship smartphones today. Adding a free smart display that normally costs $100 or more makes it that much more worthwhile.
To take advantage of the bundle, just head over to Amazon and add both the OnePlus 10 Pro pre-order and Amazon Echo Show 8 to your cart. Upon purchase, Amazon will apply the discount.
The OnePlus 10 Pro officially launches on April 14th.
Why is the OnePlus 10 Pro such a good phone?
The latest OnePlus is designed to go toe-to-toe with heavy-hitting flagships, such as the iPhone 13 Pro and Galaxy S22 Ultra. Early benchmarks actually prove that the OnePlus is no slouch up against the industry leaders’ best. It performs at a similar level to both when under a heavy load while multitasking, and even exceeds them in some graphics-intensive testing.
It currently comes in a single configuration, with 128 gigabytes of storage and 8GB of RAM. There’s no microSD card slot, unfortunately, but that’s becoming par for the course with the most high-end smartphones.
What is unusual is the inclusion of a 65-watt fast charger in the OnePlus 10 Pro’s box, so you can go from zero to 100% battery without an aftermarket charger. In addition to the premium charger, the 5,000-mAh battery inside should last most users an entire day without issue.
It ships with Android 12, which finally provides a stable experience after a relatively buggy launch. OnePlus has already committed to three new Android OS updates in addition to 4 years of security patches.
As you might expect from such a costly phone, the 10 Pro doesn’t skimp when it comes to the camera array. OnePlus offers a number of impressive photography features, including a high-efficiency HDR image format and a proprietary RAW mode for precise control. There’s a decent list of other camera features, such as professionally tuned color filters and a long exposure mode. Whether you’re a seasoned photographer or novice Instagram artist, you’ll be highly satisfied with the OnePlus 10 Pro’s photos.
What makes the Amazon Echo Show 8 great
The big selling point of Amazon’s 8-inch smart display is its advanced Alexa integration. If you want to control your smart home by activating the stereo system, changing the lighting, locking and unlocking doors or adjusting the thermostat, the Echo Show 8 can help you do so without lifting a finger.
While the screen isn’t exactly huge, it’s big enough to be seen from partway across the room if, for example, you’re working in the kitchen and need to keep an eye on a recipe. Its speakers also sound surprisingly good considering their small size. The whole package doesn’t take up much space and has a modest design, so it won’t stand out for being too gaudy or high-tech in an otherwise normal living room.
An unusual but worthwhile pair
The OnePlus 10 Pro is the perfect option for lovers of flagship smartphones who want something other than a Samsung or iPhone. It is not as expensive as its competitors and offers similar or better performance on most tasks.
On the other hand, the Amazon Echo Show 8 is a versatile smart display that can make your life considerably easier through voice control and smart home integration. Together, they’ll make calls, provide entertainment, help with cooking and simplify home management on a daily basis.
OnePlus 10 Pro
This premium smartphone offers high performance at a respectable price. Sold by Amazon
Amazon Echo Show 8
The Echo Show 8 is one of the most convenient smart displays available. Sold by Amazon
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Which Kendra Scott earrings are best?
Looking for a pair of versatile earrings with beautiful gemstones at a reasonable price? Kendra Scott is known for gold earrings that are accessible, comfortable and affordable. The Kendra Scott Sophee Drop Earrings are a great one-tone pair suitable for any occasion.
What to know before you buy Kendra Scott earrings
What Kendra Scott is
Kendra Scott is a company that’s all about family, fashion and philanthropy. It has spent the last two decades creating inspiring, well-made jewelry, from bold statement earrings to subtle, sophisticated studs. While it sells pricier solid gold jewelry, it’s best known for its gold-plated pieces.
Assorted styles
It can be hard to find a pair of gold earrings that’s right for you, but Kendra Scott has a lot of styles — great for picky shoppers who are looking for that perfect piece.
The most popular styles at Kendra Scott include:
- Studs: These are small earrings that rest snugly against the earlobe.
- Drop earrings: These hang below the earlobe and can be long or short, but do not offer much in terms of movement.
- Dangle earrings: Similar to drop earrings, these also hang below the earlobe, but they “dangle” and dance around as the head moves.
- Hoop earrings: These hang off the ear but in a curved circular design. Hoops can be big or small, thick or thin.
- Huggie earrings: These are like hoops, only smaller and thicker. They “hug” the ear, putting the metal in closer contact with the earlobe.
Earring-back types
Kendra Scott uses both open and closed backing types for their earrings. Consider which style you like the look of and what feels most comfortable on your earlobe.
- Closed-back earposts feature a straight point that is put through the earring hole with a push, screw or tube snap backing to keep it in place.
- Other earrings are made with earwire. These have bows of looped wire that slip through the earring hole and hang loose with no added backing. It’s a style most popular with dangle earrings.
Gemstones and crystals
Kendra Scott is known for vibrant, colorful gemstones. In fact, the company was founded because its namesake, Kendra Scott, struggled to find the gemstone colors she wanted at an affordable price.
Earrings at Kendra Scott feature natural gemstones as well as custom colors created by crushing stones and mixing them with metallic powders. In some cases, real or lab-created crystals are worked into the designs.
What to look for in quality Kendra Scott earrings
Gold plating
Some great Kendra Scott earrings are made from brass with gold plating. Gold plating is more affordable than solid gold but still offers a luxurious finish that makes a piece look more high-end. Brass alone can tarnish easily and turn skin green. Gold plating offers protection against signs of excessive wear.
Lightweight feel
Kendra Scott often makes bold earrings with large stones or long designs. These stylistic choices can make earrings feel bulky or heavy as they hang from the lobe. A good pair of Kendra Scott earrings feels lightweight and comfortable, no matter how large the faceted stone looks.
Vibrant colors
Since Kendra Scott is known for bringing beautiful colors to its designs, it’s important that their earrings look fresh and vibrant. Metals shine and stones sparkle, with rich color and detail in each. Kendra Scott frequently uses rose quartz and mother-of-pearl, both of which offer rich tones. It also uses a lot of crystals that are bright and eye-catching.
How much you can expect to spend on Kendra Scott earrings
Most cost $50-$150, but solid gold Kendra Scott earrings with real diamonds can cost up to $450.
Kendra Scott earrings FAQ
What stones are used for Kendra Scott ‘drusy’ earrings?
A. “Drusy” refers to the clustered crystals on a rock surface. Kendra Scott is known for centering these crystalized formations as textured centerpieces in its jewelry.
Do gold-plated earrings tarnish?
A. Gold-plated jewelry can fade or tarnish over time, but it tarnishes less than the metals used beneath it. Kendra Scott usually plates brass in gold, and the gold plating prevents the metal from turning green.
How do you clean gold-plated earrings?
A. Gold-plated earrings are easy to clean. All you have to do is mix a mild liquid soap with warm water and leave your earrings to soak for a few minutes. When that’s done, simply remove them from the mixture and wipe them dry.
What are the best Kendra Scott earrings to buy?
Top Kendra Scott earrings
Kendra Scott Sophee Drop Earrings
What you need to know: These bestselling dainty drop earrings are gold-plated over brass with earwire backs.
What you’ll love: This simple curved design can be paired with any outfit for any occasion. The earrings are large but lightweight. They come in gold, rose gold, gunmetal and rhodium tones.
What you should consider: They hang long.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon and Macy’s
Top Kendra Scott earrings for the money
Kendra Scott Elle Drop Earrings
What you need to know: These drop earrings feature large stones framed in gold-plated brass with earwire backs.
What you’ll love: A real stone is faceted as the centerpiece for each, available in genuine rose quartz, abalone or mother-of-pearl. They are versatile, with bright, vibrant colors.
What you should consider: They come in gold or silver tones but not rose gold.
Where to buy: Sold by Macy’s
Worth checking out
Kendra Scott Faceted Illusion Stone Drop Earrings
What you need to know: These drop earrings feature large glass “illusion stones” faceted in thin gold-plated brass with earwire backs.
What you’ll love: There’s depth and dimension to the colors, especially the black “pyri” stone. Other available colors include an “iridescent oxford” with pinks and yellows as well as a purple stone. They look stunning and are lightweight.
What you should consider: They don’t come in rose gold tones.
Where to buy: Sold by Macy’s
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Which rose quartz heart necklace is best?
Rose quartz is a pale pink stone that’s all about love, making it a perfect accent or centerpiece for heart-themed jewelry. And it’s as much about self-love as it is about promoting loving relationships with those you care about. So whether you’re looking to treat yourself to something special or want to give a loved one a gift with meaning, a rose quartz heart necklace is a tender, thoughtful choice.
The Macy’s Heart-Shaped Rose Quartz Necklace In Sterling Silver is a gorgeously designed necklace made from excellent materials.
What to know before you buy a rose quartz heart necklace
Raw vs. tumbled crystals
When a piece of rose quartz is “rough” or “raw,” it’s in the same shape in which it naturally formed. The edges are rough, and no two pieces of raw quartz will match because each grows with its own unique details and imperfections.
A tumbled crystal, on the other hand, has been smoothed out and polished, often worked into a specific shape. Most rose quartz hearts are tumbled so that they can be heart-shaped, though raw rose quartz can be incorporated into alternative heart designs.
Settings
There are several ways for a piece of rose quartz to be attached to a pendant. The most popular include:
- Prong setting: This is a classic stone setting with four to six metal prongs that wrap around the edges of the stone to hold it in place. It works with both raw and tumbled crystals.
- Bezel setting: This features a vertical strip of metal that wraps all the way around the stone’s edge. It works for raw and tumbled crystals but is more popular with tumbled ones. It can cost a little more because it uses more metal.
- Wire wrapped: This one sees thin wires wrapped around the stone several times to secure it in place. It is one of the less expensive settings, popular with those who like to make their own pendants with jewelry-making kits.
- End cap: A small piece of metal is glued or fastened to the top of the stone, with a hole at the top for securing the pendant to a rope or chain.
- Drilled hole: This is when a hole is drilled into the stone so it can be directly attached to a rope or chain. Sometimes a top drilled setting is used so that a post can be inserted.
Stone size
The size of the crystal depends on the necklace. Some pendants feature large heart-shaped rose quartz stones about an inch in both width and height. Other pendants are small and dainty, around a quarter of a inch in width and height. Smaller stones are also more popular for necklaces that feature multiple crystals instead of one big centerpiece.
What to look for in a quality rose quartz heart necklace
Authentic quartz
The best rose quartz stones are transparent, or at least translucent. One way to tell if a piece of rose quartz is genuine or fake is to look for air bubbles inside the stone. Fake rose quartz usually has air bubbles inside, because it is made from dyed glass, while natural rose quartz has imperfections or cracks developed as the stone forms. Real rose quartz feels heavier in the hand than glass fakes.
Resilient chain
The chain should match the stone in quality and resilience. Solid silver or gold chains must be sturdy, and cords or less expensive chains must stand up to daily use and wear. A good cord won’t fray, and a good chain won’t snap with the weight of the pendant.
If you don’t want to spend the money on silver or gold, consider silver-plated or gold-plated chains that are more affordable without sacrificing that high-end look.
Mix and match options
The best rose quartz jewelry gives you choices, especially when it comes to the chain. It’s much easier to find a necklace to match your wardrobe when there are gold, rose gold and silver-toned versions. It’s also great to have options when it comes to the length of the chain.
How much you can expect to spend on a rose quartz heart necklace
A simple rose quartz heart necklace costs $10-$30, while ones that use upscale metals or settings can cost $60-$200.
Rose quartz heart necklace FAQ
Is rose quartz a precious stone?
A. Rose quartz is considered a semi-precious stone. While quartz in general is a common mineral, the pale pink rose color is a little harder to come by.
Is rose quartz a healing crystal?
A. People who believe in the healing power of crystals say it has healing properties and strong love vibrations. This makes it a particularly comforting stone, especially for those who like their jewelry to have specific meaning.
What’s the best rose quartz heart necklace to buy?
Top rose quartz heart necklace
Macy’s Heart-Shaped Rose Quartz Necklace In Sterling Silver
What you need to know: This necklace features a tumbled, heart-shaped rose quartz centerpiece that measures a little under an inch in width and length. It comes fastened to a 17.5-inch sterling silver chain with a spring ring clasp.
What you’ll love: The rose quartz is smooth, with a delicate “X”-shaped design across the surface in sterling silver. The chain comes with a 2-inch extender.
What you should consider: Because of the way it is set, it cannot be removed from the chain.
Where to buy: Sold by Macy’s
Top rose quartz heart necklace for the money
Lotus Metta Asana Love Rose Quartz Heart Pendant
What you need to know: This necklace features a tumbled, heart-shaped rose quartz pendant on an 18-inch silver chain or sterling-silver filled chain.
What you’ll love: The pendant comes in four types ranging from half an inch to a little over an inch in size. The stone is smooth with lovely light pink tones. It can be purchased with or without a chain. For a few dollars more, it comes with a gift box.
What you should consider: It only comes on a rolo chain, made of thick interlocking round links, but you can put it on a chain of your own with ease.
Where to buy: Sold by Etsy
Worth checking out
Cotacoco Rose Quartz Minimalist Heart Necklace
What you need to know: This necklace features a five-eighths-inch piece of heart-shaped rose quartz framed in gold-plated brass on a matching chain.
What you’ll love: It’s delicate and elegant, with dimension and depth you don’t find with smoother pieces of quartz. The chain comes in three lengths. A free gift box is included.
What you should consider: There is no silver-plated option.
Where to buy: Sold by Etsy
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Which protein shake is best?
If you’re hitting the gym consistently, it’s crucial to keep your body’s protein levels up. Protein is one of the most vital macronutrients required for efficient muscle repair and growth, so if you’re working out a lot, you need to make sure you’re getting enough of it.
There’s a lot of conflicting information about dietary supplements, especially protein powder, but the truth is, there’s no conclusive science surrounding them because everyone’s body reacts differently.
That said, they can help facilitate your progress, but which shake is the right one for you?
What you should consider before buying a protein shake
How much protein do you need?
If you’re unsure about how much protein you need, there is a baseline you can use as a starting point. The average adult needs 0.8 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight. If you exercise often, you’ll need roughly 1.1 to 1.5 grams per kilogram of body weight, while weightlifters require 1.2 to 1.7 grams per kilogram.
Types of protein powders
Whey protein powders are the most popular choice among athletes and weightlifters. There are three main types: concentrate, isolate and hydrolysate. Whey protein concentrate has low levels of carbohydrates and fats, while whey protein isolate doesn’t have any at all. Whey protein hydrolysate is the least common of the three, but it’s the most easily digestible, which is why it’s primarily found in infant formulas.
Most protein powders contain one type of whey protein, but others include a blend of two, and some even incorporate other types of proteins like soy. Also, it’s important to note that all kinds of whey protein contain essential amino acids for muscle regeneration.
Casein protein is usually extracted from cow’s milk and is absorbed and digested by the body at a much slower rate than whey protein. Some athletes prefer it, as it allows for slow but steady absorption of amino acids, but it’s not as common as whey protein powders.
If you don’t want any animal by-products in your protein shake, you can do away with whey and casein protein and opt for a vegan protein powder. The protein in these powders is usually derived from eggs, soy, rice, hemp or peas.
Are protein shakes necessary?
Some skeptics believe that protein powders and other dietary supplements are a waste of money, and the truth is that they can be — but it depends on your diet. According to the Mayo Clinic, protein shakes and powders aren’t needed if you’re getting enough protein in your regular diet from whole foods.
Side effects
As previously mentioned, everyone’s body reacts differently to supplements. So, while some may experience side effects after drinking a protein shake, it really depends on each individual and the type of protein powder.
Any side effects from consuming protein shakes are usually minor and can include bloating, stomach cramps and nausea. Some protein powders can also cause acne, but it’s not very common.
What are your fitness goals?
Weight loss
If your main fitness goal is to lose weight, look for protein shakes containing low or no amounts of sugars or sweeteners. Also, any protein powders with extra quantities of amino acids, specifically branch-chain amino acids (BCAA), can be detrimental to your weight loss goals, as they do the opposite and facilitate muscle growth and weight gain in general.
Muscle gain
On the flip side, if you’re looking to increase muscle mass, you want protein powders loaded with BCAA. Whey protein isolate is digested quickly by the body and helps speed up the muscle recovery process, so it’s your best bet if you want to build your muscles at an efficient rate.
Best protein shakes
Best whey protein shakes
Dymatize Iso100 Hydrolyzed Whey Protein
This powder incorporates a combination of whey protein isolates and hydrolysate to deliver 25 grams of protein and 5.5 grams of BCAA per serving. It’s easy to mix and digest, and it’s available in more than 15 delicious flavors, including Cinnamon Bun and Orange Dreamsicle.
Sold by iHerb
Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey
Whey protein isolate is the main ingredient in this budget-friendly protein shake. You’ll get 24 grams of protein and 5.5 grams of BCAA per serving. Plus, it’s gluten-free and available in 18 flavors.
Sold by iHerb and Bodybuilding.com
Isopure Zero Carb Protein Powder
This whey protein isolate powder packs a whopping 50 grams of protein and 10.9 BCCA per serving and contains zero carbohydrates, gluten and lactose. It has an unpleasant aftertaste, but it offers an efficient way to get your daily protein intake.
Sold by iHerb
Best casein protein shakes
Bodybuilding.com Signature Casein Protein
If you want a protein shake that’ll help your muscles recover hours after your workout, this casein solution will do the trick. It contains 25 grams of protein per serving with just 0.5 grams of sugars and 2 grams of total carbohydrates.
Sold by Bodybuilding.com
Kaged Muscle Kasein Casein Protein
With this delicious vanilla-flavored protein shake, you’ll get 26 grams of protein and 10.5 grams of BCAA per serving. It mixes easily and is easy to digest, making it an excellent option for those with sensitive stomachs.
Sold by Bodybuilding.com
Best vegan protein shakes
This organic protein will provide you with the protein you need without the animal by-products found in whey protein shakes. Its protein is derived from chia seeds, acacia, peas and brown rice and each serving contains 21 grams of it.
Sold by iHerb
Garden of Life Organic Protein Powder and Greens
This vanilla-flavored, plant-based protein shake is ideal for those following a strict diet and offers 20 grams of protein per serving at just 100 calories. It’s easy to mix with water, but it also goes great with unsweetened almond milk.
Sold by Kohl’s
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What should I add to a protein shake to make it taste better?
Protein shakes help you meet your protein requirements and gain muscle, but they can taste awful. If you’re fed up with dutifully forcing them down, you might be wondering how to make protein shakes taste better.
There are several ways to achieve this, whether you change your mixing technique or add extra ingredients to improve the flavor.
Mix your protein shake the right way
If it isn’t so much the flavor of your protein shake that you find offensive, but a lumpy or grainy texture, changing the way you mix it can help. If you’re making it at home or somewhere with access to a kitchen, you’ll get a far better texture if you blend it with a stick blender or bullet blender than you will mixing it in a shaker bottle. That said, not all shaker bottles give you equally poor results. The BlenderBottle has a patented whisk that makes lumpy shakes a thing of the past.
If you’re looking for a thicker texture, consider blending your protein powder with some ice for a frappe-like drink. This is especially great on hot days.
What makes protein shakes taste better
Another secret to making your shake taste better is as simple as throwing a few extra ingredients into the blender. Think about the flavor of your protein powder, as some additives work better with certain flavors than others. Once you’ve found a few combinations you like, your days of lackluster protein shakes will be behind you.
Cocoa powder
Cocoa powder is the ultimate addition for chocolate lovers. It can cover a multitude of sins without adding many extra calories, as a little goes a long way. It blends nicely with vanilla protein powder or coffee protein powder to make a mocha flavor. You can even add a little to chocolate protein powders that aren’t chocolatey enough.
If mixing it with an unsweetened protein powder, add some sweetener or you’ll be left with a muddy, bitter shake.
Sweeteners
Some shakes can be improved with just a little extra sweetness. While this can come from fruit or juice, sometimes it makes sense to simply add some sweetener.
You have a wide range of options when it comes to sweeteners. Artificial sweeteners add sweetness without sugar or calories, but they can have bitter notes or taste overly sweet, and some people prefer to avoid them altogether. Stevia is a natural sweetener that contains no calories and is a good alternative to artificial sweeteners, but some people don’t like the flavor.
Then you have sugar-based sweeteners. These add calories and can cause blood-sugar spikes, so they aren’t everyone’s first choice. Agave nectar is a great alternative to granulated sugar and honey, as it has a significantly lower glycemic index, meaning it’s less likely to cause blood-sugar spikes.
Nut butters
Not only can nut butters improve the flavor of your shake, but they also add extra protein and other nutrients. They’re relatively high in fat and calories, ideal for people looking to bulk up or for drinking after heavy exercise sessions. Plus, they thicken shakes, so if you find your protein powder too thin, nut butter is a great option.
You can choose classic peanut butter (which technically isn’t even a nut butter) or other nut butters, such as almond, cashew or macadamia butter. It’s a great idea to switch every now and then to change up your nutrient intake. Nut butters taste great with chocolate, vanilla or even plain protein powders.
Juice
Using juice instead of water (or half juice and half water) when you mix your protein powder adds sweetness from a natural source. It tastes good with fruity protein powders, but most juices don’t work well with chocolate powders and vanilla can be hit or miss. That said, orange juice and chocolate protein powder makes a chocolate-orange flavor some people love.
Fruit
Blend fresh or frozen fruit with your protein powder and either juice or water to make a protein smoothie. This thickens your shake, as well as flavoring it and adds all kinds of nutrients and a great dose of sweetness from the fruit. Banana makes a pleasant addition to chocolate- or peanut-butter-flavored protein drinks, while berries can liven up a strawberry-flavored powder. If you want to use a blend of fruits, it works best with unflavored or fruity protein powders.
Consider changing your protein powder
If you’ve only tried one or two varieties, it doesn’t necessarily mean that you don’t like the taste of protein powder — you might just not like the ones you’ve tried. Some people don’t like the taste of whey protein powders, so it’s worth trying a vegan protein powder if you haven’t already. Orgain Organic Plant-Based Protein Powder has a creamy chocolate fudge flavor that melds well with chocolate coconut and peppermint hot cocoa and is ideal for chocolate lovers.
What you need to buy to make protein shakes taste better
Barney Bare Smooth Almond Butter
This nutritious organic almond butter contains nothing but almonds and oil. It’s free from added salt and sugar and is made from skinned almonds, so it’s an ideal additive for smooth, healthy protein shakes.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Certified organic by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and rich in antioxidants, this cacao powder makes a perfect addition to protein shakes for a chocolatey kick.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Agave in the Raw Organic Agave Sweetener
Thanks to its low glycemic index, agave nectar is great for adding to protein shakes that need some extra sweetness. This brand is non-GMO and has USDA organic certification.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
If you want to add some natural sweetness and fruity flavor to your shakes, look no further. It’s made from pure concentrated orange juice with no added sugar.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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Which mustard throw pillow is best?
Whether you want to match a throw or comforter, or add some color to a black or gray couch, sometimes only mustard throw pillows will do. And it’s important your pillows are as practical as they are attractive. Think about the size, shape, material and whether you want a plain mustard pillow or something with a decorative design.
The JWH Handmade 3D Decorative Sunflower Pillow is sunny and bright and will add a fun flavor to your decor.
What to know before you buy a mustard throw pillow
Size
Most square throw pillows measure either 18 by 18 or 20 by 20 inches, but you can find larger and smaller options. Pillows of other shapes often measure 16-18 inches across at their widest point but, again, larger and smaller versions are available.
Consider the size of the couch, chair or bed you intend to put your pillows on when picking the size, as well as the size of other throw pillows you already own. Some people like a mismatched look, with pillows of varying sizes, while others prefer the same size across the board.
Material
Cotton and polyester are some of the most common materials for pillows. Both are easy to care for and clean, making them obvious choices. You’ll also find many velvet pillows as it’s an on-trend fabric right now. Then there are less-common fabrics such as satin, faux fur and fleece. There’s no right or wrong fabric for a cushion, so choose one you like the look of.
Design
Consider whether you want a plain mustard pillow or one that features a pattern or design. For example, you could choose a throw pillow with mustard and white stripes or chevron zigzags, or you might want a pillow with a mustard background and a bumblebee design in the center. You’ll find many pillows that use mustard as a key color and you might even choose a few kinds of mustard pillows to display.
What to look for in a quality mustard throw pillow
Washable cover
If you’re worried about getting your pillows dirty, choose ones with covers that are removable and machine-washable. This is especially important if you have pets or young children on your couch.
Shape
In addition to standard square and rectangular mustard throw pillows, you’ll also find some that are round, oval and flower-shape. Assuming they have removable covers, it’s harder to find replacement inserts for pillows with non-standard shapes.
Hidden zipper
A hidden zipper gives a seamless appearance to a throw pillow. Because there’s no noticeable closure, it makes pillows effectively reversible.
How much you can expect to spend on a mustard throw pillow
Basic throw pillows cost less than $10, while designer ones can cost $200 and up. That said, you usually won’t need to pay more than $50 for a single pillow, and often much less.
Mustard throw pillow FAQ
Why is it called a throw pillow?
A. It’s called a throw pillow because you “throw” it on your couch or bed (although actual throwing is optional). Throw pillows are both decorative and used for comfort and support while you sit. The term helps differentiate this type of pillow from the pillows you rest your head on at night.
Are throw pillows necessary?
A. Throw pillows certainly aren’t essential, but they can add color to rooms otherwise dominated by neutrals and tie together elements of rooms that might otherwise make them look disjointed. For example, if you have an open- plan living room/dining area and you’ve chosen mustard yellow chairs for your table, adding mustard throw pillows on the couch carries over the color palette and helps bring a cohesive look.
How many throw pillows is too many?
A. There’s no hard and fast rule, so place as many as looks good to you. If you can’t see the back of your couch or it takes you minutes to get them off your bed at night, you may have gone overboard.
What’s the best mustard throw pillow to buy?
Top mustard throw pillow
JWH Handmade 3D Decorative Sunflower Pillow
What you need to know: This cute and sunny sunflower pillow cover comes with an insert.
What you’ll love: The pillow would fit in perfectly with farmhouse decor and measures 12 inches in diameter. You can also buy a 14-inch version. The zipper blends in well with the fabric.
What you should consider: Some thought the pillow was smaller than they expected.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top mustard throw pillow for the money
Amazon Basics Velvet Decorative Throw Pillows
What you need to know: Made from a soft polyester velvet fleece, these pillows look and feel good.
What you’ll love: They’re suitable for machine-washing or hand-washing. Both the color and fabric are on trend. They look full and plush when they arrive.
What you should consider: They don’t have removable covers, so you can’t replace the filling if it gets flat.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Roslynwood Shelly Round Yellow Pillow
What you need to know: This round throw pillow makes a change from square ones and can double as a floor pillow.
What you’ll love: It comes in golden yellow, a rich mustard hue, but there’s also a brighter lemon yellow that’s similar to English mustard for buyers who prefer it. The polyester filling is plush and comfortable.
What you should consider: The cover isn’t removable and the pillow is hand-wash only.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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Which throw pillow cover is best?
An economical and easy way to refresh your interior design is to swap out your throw pillow covers. You can even do this seasonally, such as buying festive covers for the holidays and summery ones for warmer months.
Before you buy a new throw pillow cover, you’ll need to know the size of your existing pillow or buy the correct-sized insert. If you’re looking for a square cover, Willa Arlo Interiors Edgar Square 100% Cotton Pillow Cover is a top choice and comes in three sizes.
What to know before you buy a throw pillow cover
Material
Throw pillows are both decorative and functional. They are also known as “toss pillows” for their loose placement on couches, armchairs, beds and even floors. The material of the cover can add texture and a pop of color to furnishings. You can find covers in a wide variety of textiles, including cotton, velvet, corduroy, flannel, linen, microfiber, chenille, suede, leather and faux fur.
Size
Throw pillow covers come in a variety of sizes, such as 16 by 16 inches, 18 by 18 inches, 20 by 20 inches, 22 by 22 inches, 24 by 24 inches and 12 by 20 inches. Select manufacturers may offer smaller and larger covers. The majority of covers are 18 by 18 inches and you’ll find plenty of options in those dimensions.
Shape
Square and rectangular covers are widely available for throw pillows. Cylindrical and circular throw pillows may be harder to find covers for that fit properly, other than the one that came with the insert. Circular inserts come in a range of diameters, from 14-36 inches, so be sure the cover has the correct dimensions to fit the pillow.
Count
You can buy throw pillow covers individually or in packs of two. Some manufacturers only offer covers in sets of two or four, especially when buying 18 by 18-inch covers.
What to look for in a quality throw pillow cover
Color
Throw pillow covers do not need to match bedding and upholstery exactly in color (or in textile). In fact, you can opt for a contrasting color, such as a dark color to contrast lighter furnishings for an aesthetic statement. Or pick a complementary shade that goes with color accents in a room. You can find throw covers in every color under the sun, from neutral hues to pastels to bold gem tones.
Pattern
Covers not only come in solid colors but also in patterns. Geometric patterns are popular as well as floral, plaid and striped designs. You can also find covers with graphics and words, such as “love” or “home sweet home.” During holiday time, there are plenty of Christmas-themed throw pillow covers to spruce up your living space with the holiday spirit.
Texture and decorations
Depending on its material, a throw pillow cover can also be textured. Some materials are naturally textured, like corduroy or faux fur, while other covers add tufted materials, yarn, fur or raised material that provide both texture and a decorative element. In addition, throw pillow covers can have tassels, pom-poms or piping.
Closure
Throw pillow covers feature either a concealed envelope or a hidden zipper closure. Both use zippers to close the opening of the pillow cover. Envelope-style closures conceal a hidden zipper behind it and use an extra piece of fabric to do so. Hidden zipper openings are located along the bottom edge of the pillow and the zipper is concealed on the inside of the cover.
How much you can expect to spend on a throw pillow cover
Expect to pay between $4-$58 for an 18- by 18-inch cover.
Throw pillow cover FAQ
Should the pillow insert be the same size as the throw pillow cover?
A. You can certainly buy a cover that is the same size as the insert. For a full look, try buying a pillow insert that’s 2 inches bigger than the size of the cover. For instance, for a 20- by 20-inch cover buy a 22- by 22-inch insert for a plump appearance.
Can I machine-wash my throw pillow cover?
A. It really depends on the fabric. Some fabrics can only be dry-cleaned or hand-washed while others can only be spot-cleaned. If you want a throw pillow that can be cleaned easily, especially if you live in a household with children and pets, select a throw pillow cover that is machine washable.
What’s the best throw pillow cover to buy?
Top throw pillow cover
Willa Arlo Interiors Edgar Square 100% Cotton Pillow Cover
What you need to know: To add a pop of color to your bed or couch, this simple cotton cover has a velvety finish.
What you’ll love: This cover comes in three square sizes: 18 by 18 inches, 20 by 20 inches and 22 by 22 inches. The velvety-soft material is perfect to cozy up to and is high quality. The zipper closure makes changing out inserts easy. It comes in a plethora of solid color choices.
What you should consider: The cover is not machine-washable.
Where to buy: Sold by Wayfair
Top throw pillow cover for the money
Miulee Velvet Soft Solid Decorative Square Throw Pillow Covers Set
What you need to know: This two-pack of covers comes in every color imaginable and has many size options, all at a great value.
What you’ll love: The polyester material is soft and plush with a velvety feel. The colors are rich and saturated. The covers look luxurious and expensive but cost under $20 for a pair of 18-inch by 18-inch covers.
What you should consider: The zipper handle is noticeable and on the big side, even though the zipper itself is hidden.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Wlnui Set of 2 Fluffy Pillow Covers
What you need to know: This fluffy, faux fur design adds coziness to any room.
What you’ll love: These covers have shaggy fur on one side and a plush velvet backing on the other. You can brush the faux fur to keep it looking fresh. This pair of covers comes in pink, light gray, black and white.
What you should consider: The fur can shed. For some, the material comes apart in the wash.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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Which outdoor ceiling fan is best?
If you want to enjoy your outdoor space to its fullest in every season, you need a way to keep cool when the weather turns warm. The best way to do that is by installing an outdoor ceiling fan that can keep the air circulating, even when Mother Nature isn’t providing you with much of a breeze.
While many aspects of choosing an outdoor ceiling fan will be similar to picking an indoor model, such as aesthetics and extra features, you’ll also need to consider its weatherproof rating to ensure it is suitable for your installation location. It’s a good idea to pick a model that can move a lot of air, too, since there may be crosswinds that can affect how much of the fan’s cooling breeze actually reaches you.
What to consider when purchasing an outdoor ceiling fan
Weatherproofing
Outdoor ceiling fans have two ratings — damp rated and wet rated. It is important to understand the difference between these two ratings, as that will determine where you can install a particular fan. Damp rated models can be installed outdoors where the air may be damp, but only in places where they will not be exposed directly to the elements, such as in covered patios and garages.
Wet rated fans can be installed in locations that are completely exposed to the elements, like gazebos and open decks. These have a sealed motor casing that protects their electrical components from water damage even if they are constantly rained on.
Aesthetics
Everyone wants their fan to look nice in their home or business and match well with the existing decor. With that in mind, aesthetics should play a major role in your decision making process. Consider what kind of style you have already cultivated, whether that be contemporary, tropical, rustic, industrial chic or anything else, and look for a fan that will blend in well with it.
Mounting location
Some fans are designed to be flush mounted. These are ideal for areas with a low ceiling. Other models install on a downrod that may be as short as 4 inches or as long as 60 inches. These work best in locations with a high ceiling. There are also outdoor fans that allow for both installation methods as per your needs.
Blades
Many people assume the number of blades matters in determining air flow, but this actually only has a negligible effect on it. More important is the length and the pitch or tilt of the blades. The longer the blades and the deeper the pitch, the more air they will move. You can read more about what blade length best fits spaces of various sizes in this outdoor ceiling fan guide.
Settings
Fans differ in the number of speed settings they have. You may find some that have just two speeds while others may have as many as seven. The more speeds a fan has, the more control you will have over the air flow. There are also fans that feature a reversible motor that can spin backwards. This is useful for pulling warm air up and away from the ground.
The best outdoor ceiling fan
Best overall outdoor ceiling fan
Kathy Ireland Home Batalie Breeze Outdoor Ceiling Fan
This attractive wet-rated fan can be installed in gazebos and other outdoor locations where it will be exposed to the elements, and it boasts the classic palm leaf style blades that many people love so much. It is backed by a limited lifetime warranty too, so you can rest assured you’ll get plenty of years of use out of it.
Sold by Amazon
Best outdoor ceiling fan for the money
When it comes to bang for the buck, it’s hard to beat the Merrimack II, which offers all the style of a premium model and many of the same features but for a much more palatable price. It can be installed flush to the ceiling or on the included downrod, making it suitable for low and high ceilings alike. It fits in well with many decor schemes too, and the blades are reversible with a different color on each side.
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Best smart outdoor ceiling fan
Trifecte 60-inch Indoor Outdoor Ceiling Fan
If you are searching for a high-tech model that can be controlled via a smartphone or even by voice when paired with an Alexa device, look no further than this sleek model from Trifecte. You can even set schedules and timers for both the fan component and it’s dimmable light. Plus, despite moving a lot of air, it is very quiet so it won’t disturb you when running.
Sold by Amazon
Best modern outdoor ceiling fan
Monte Carlo Maverick Outdoor Fan
This eye-catching ceiling fan has a unique shape to the blades that really makes it stand out. It is available in a wide variety of colorways, including options like aged pewter and weathered oak or brushed steel and dark walnut, and comes with a six-speed handheld remote control. The fan is pricey, but the bold style statement makes it worth every penny.
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Best tropical-inspired outdoor ceiling fan
Concord Fans Fernleaf Breeze Tropical Ceiling Fan
You can bring that tropical resort feel into your outdoor space with this fern leaf-inspired fan. It is damp rated for covered areas, has three speed settings and can be upgraded with a light with the purchase of an optional adapter kit. Note that the blades are actually plastic, but many will mistake them for wood unless closely inspected.
Sold by Amazon
Best outdoor ceiling fan for large spaces
Big Air 72-Inch Industrial Indoor/Outdoor Ceiling Fan
If you are trying to cool a large space, this 72-inch, nine-blade model can do the trick. It has six speed settings, and at its highest it moves 10,200 cubic feet of air per minute. The motor is reversible, so it can be used to push cold air towards the ground or draw hot air away. Sadly, it is only backed by one-year warranty.
Sold by Amazon
Best outdoor ceiling fan for small spaces
Vox Indoor and Outdoor 5-Blade Smart Flush Mount Ceiling Fan
Falling into the opposite end of the spectrum as the Big Air 72-inch is this short-bladed smart fan from Vox. It measures just 26 inches in diameter, so it can fit almost anywhere, yet still moves a respectable 5,084 cubic feet of air per minute. It is quieter than many other models too. You can control it by an app or, when paired with an Alexa device, by voice.
Sold by Amazon
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Which Lavazza espresso machine is best?
The Lavazza name is nearly synonymous with quality espresso, and its single-serve consumer machines hold true to those standards. These sleek machines are perfect for the coffee connoisseur who wants excellence without the labor or cleaning involved in a manual espresso machine. They are also ideal for serving multiple people with different drink preferences.
For an easy-to-use espresso machine that brews a variety of single-serve drinks on demand, the Lavazza Expert Classy Plus is the perfect choice.
What to know before you buy a Lavazza espresso machine
A machine’s number and amount of drink settings, size, compatibility and maintenance requirements are all key things to think about when choosing the right one for your coffee habits.
Drink settings
Lavazza machines come with varying drink options. The more advanced ones offer up to six drinks — espresso, lungo, coffee, cappuccino, macchiato and latte. Simpler models typically offer two settings — espresso and lungo.
Some models also let you program a delayed brew time or save your favorite setting. These extra conveniences can make brewing your favorite drinks at home even easier.
Size and capacity
All Lavazza machines are small compared to others on the market. That said, some may fit better in your kitchen than others, and their capacities vary.
Lavazza water reservoirs can hold anywhere from 25 to 42 fluid ounces. To avoid lots of water refills. look for a model that caters to how often you plan to brew.
Many good Lavazza models are less than 24 inches tall. However, if you enjoy a variety of drinks, those features may add to the machine’s height and depth.
Compatibility
Lavazza machines only accept branded coffee pods from Lavazza. They can be either from the Blue or Expert lines of coffees, and are shaped differently than any other brand of pods, making them hard to confuse.
Maintenance
Lavazza technology helps you maintain your machines regularly with LED alerts. These lights or flashing indicators tell you when it’s time to refill the water reservoir, empty the used-capsule container or clean and descale individual parts.
You can remove the drip tray, capsule container and water reservoir for easy cleaning. Some parts are dishwasher-safe — check the manufacturer’s instructions for more information on cleaning.
What to look for in a quality Lavazza espresso machine
A Lavazza machine always delivers quality espresso. However, a few extra capabilities make certain machines stand out.
Milk frother
If you enjoy your espresso drinks with milk, a machine with a built-in frother may be worth the investment. These machines have a small frother at the front to whisk your milk. It’s one less step for you, and one less gadget you need to buy.
Programmable settings
Many Lavazza machines let you select the quantity of coffee you want to brew per cup and save your settings as favorites. Some even let you program a delayed brew cycle to schedule your drinks.
Accessories
Small but helpful additional features can include a removable drip tray for easy cleaning, adjustable cup sizing for brewing multiple types of drinks, automatic capsule disposal, and a standby function for instant brewing.
How much you can expect to spend on a Lavazza espresso machine
Single-serve Lavazza espresso machines range in price from $100-$275, with more settings and features available at the higher prices.
Lavazza espresso machine FAQ
Can I use other coffee pods in Lavazza espresso machines?
A. No. Lavazza espresso machines only work with Lavazza brand capsules. Be sure to confirm if there is a specific type of capsule you need to buy, such as Blue or Expert model capsules. Lavazza capsules are smaller and shaped differently than any others, so you can’t accidentally install the wrong type.
Does the milk frother steam milk, make froth or both?
A. An attached milk frother both heats the milk with steam wand and froths it with a mini whisk. To brew a milk-based drink, add the appropriate amount of milk for the drink you want, place the lid with the frother attachment on the mug and place it on the drip tray. Select your drink and watch the machine steam the milk, froth it and brew your espresso, all at the touch of a button.
What’s the best Lavazza espresso machine to buy?
Top Lavazza espresso machine
What you need to know: This single-serve machine is small but mighty, able to craft the best barista-style espresso drinks at the push of a button.
What you’ll love: It includes a milk frother, which makes it easy to brew a variety of espresso drinks such as a latte, macchiato or cappuccino. The slim profile can fit on most countertops and tables, while the 42-fluid-ounce capacity can brew many cups of espresso before needing a refill. This was the first all-in-one espresso and coffee machine.
What you should consider: It’s only compatible with Lavazza Expert capsules.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top Lavazza espresso machine for the money
What you need to know: This small single-serve espresso machine brews your favorite Lavazza shots for a reasonable price.
What you’ll love: The drink selection module gives visual alerts when the water tank is empty or the capsule drawer is full. The cup support ledge is adjustable for any type of cup or mug. Standby mode lets you save energy when not in use.
What you should consider: Some customers noted it’s louder than other espresso machines.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
What you need to know: The Lavazza Blue is a scaled-down version of the Blue Classy Mini, offering the best of Lavazza espresso in one simple machine.
What you’ll love: The interface is straightforward and easy to use, with a programmable brewing option. The drip tray keeps your counters clean and is adjustable for different cup sizes. The smallest of the Lavazza options, this single-serve espresso machine will easily fit in any size kitchen, pantry or office.
What you should consider: Some customers notice functionality issues when resetting it.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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Which smart device is best for cats?
Advances in technology have made life for humans a lot easier over the last few decades. Few things in your house can’t be automated with faster phones, powerful computers and smarter devices.
That advancement can also extend to your cats (and pets in general) as there are plenty of smart gadgets to feed, track, hydrate and play with your furry friends. A good option for food-obsessed cats is the Petlibro Automatic Cat Feeder, which allows you to monitor their intake and regulate their portion sizes.
What to know before you buy a smart device for cats
It will take time for your cat to be comfortable
Few cats take to intelligent gadgets quickly around the house. It might take some time to get comfortable with the new device. Don’t feel discouraged if they don’t immediately use it, but try to show them what it’s for.
Consider the needs of your cat
While it might be cute to humans when cats use smart devices, consider your feline friend’s needs. For example, if they don’t cover their waste (or have difficulty doing so), then a self-cleaning litter box is more important than a remotely controlled mouse. And while a smart water fountain keeps them hydrated, overweight cats will benefit more from a smart pet feeder.
Most require an internet connection
A smart device in your home is a great idea, but you should be aware of the limitations. Most require a constant connection to a Wi-Fi network for pets or humans. This is so you can monitor the device through your mobile phone and change settings. Without an internet connection, the gadget may continue working with limited functionality.
What to look for in a quality smart device for cats
Reputable brand
When it comes to gadgets your pets need to use without your supervision, the device mustn’t get damaged. In most cases, reputable brands use robust materials for the construction and can take a few knocks. Unfortunately, unknown brands might not have the same level of quality checks as others, and you might put your cat at risk.
Easy to set up and operate
It can get incredibly frustrating when you want to set up a new gadget, but it doesn’t work. Making it overly complicated isn’t a good thing, so a good-quality cat device will have detailed instructions for setup and operation. Many reputable brands will also have a webpage that you can turn to for help.
A smart device that they can’t outsmart
Cats are brilliant, and even the most cuddly or docile felines can be highly inquisitive. So while they will undoubtedly try to outsmart the device, a good-quality gadget will quickly stop any attempts. For example, a smart feeder has a lid that closes tightly with a latch at the top, so no cat without opposable thumbs can click it open.
How much you can expect to spend on a smart device for cats
The average cost of a smart device for your cat will largely depend on what the device is designed to do and how the manufacturer is. An entry-level smart device such as a tracker can retail for $10-$20, while a more complex gadget such as an automatic feeder can retail for $100-$200.
Smart device for cats FAQ
What happens when there is a power failure?
A. Most smart devices require a wall socket connection to operate. However, some models can use shop-bought batteries to remain operational with the electricity fails. So while it won’t be connected to the internet, it can still perform as needed, possibly with limited functions.
How do you train a cat to use a smart device?
A. Depending on what the device is for, you might want to slowly introduce your cat to the gadget. For example, a smart litter box shouldn’t be a problem, but a feeder can be intimidating. Try to show your cat what is happening so that they don’t assume it will hurt them.
What’s the best smart device for cats to buy?
Top smart device for cats
What you need to know: This automatic feeder is the perfect device to monitor your cat’s daily food intake and regulate their portion sizes. This feeder can hold up to 17 cups of dry cat food and has a built-in LCD screen.
What you’ll like: This feeder takes the hassle out of your cat waking you up for breakfast. It features customizable feeding times that can dispense four meals a day. The food tray is angled so kibble doesn’t accumulate in front of the outlet. In addition, you can record a 10-second voice clip to play before each feed.
What you should consider: The feeder uses a 5-volt adapter to connect to a wall socket but can also be operated on three D-cell batteries.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon and Chewy
Top smart device for cats for the money
What you need to know: Cats will always wander around as they expand their territory. This can be stressful to owners, but an intelligent pet tag lets you keep track of where they are.
What you’ll love: The “smarter” cat tag easily clips onto their collar, and when you set up a safe zone around your property through the app, the tag alerts you if they move beyond that. Other Pawscout users can get notifications when your cat moves into their safe zone, allowing you to track their movements.
What you should consider: The tag doesn’t give you the precise GPS location of your cat, but rather an alert if it is within 300 feet of you.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon and Chewy
Worth checking out
PetSafe ScoopFree Smart Self-Cleaning Cat Litter Box
What you need to know: Unremoved cat waste has a powerful odor and can quickly permeate a room. A self-cleaning litter box takes the hassle out of the process by rapidly removing undesired particles.
What you’ll love: This litter box initiates the cleaning process 20 minutes after use by automatically removing the waste and raking the crystal granules. It comes with a prefilled disposable tray, which only needs to be changed out once a month. By connecting the litter box to your mobile phone, you can keep track of your cat’s health from anywhere and see daily statistics of litter box usage.
What you should consider: It is not recommended to use any other brand of cat litter crystals as the ScoopFree crystals are specifically designed not to overstress the cleaning motors.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon and Chewy
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When should you bathe your puppy?
Getting your puppy used to baths will stand you in good stead as they get bigger and harder to control. But how often should you bathe them? It’s important to strike the right balance between keeping them fresh and clean and potentially over-bathing them.
Whether you’re a first-time dog owner or you need a refresher, it’s important to learn how regularly to bathe a puppy and what you need to get the job done well.
Puppy bathing questions
When should you give a puppy their first bath?
Some breeders and shelters give puppies their first baths before they send them off to their new homes, as it’s safe to do so from the age of 4-6 weeks. When you get a puppy as a pet, they should be at least 8 weeks old, at which point it’s perfectly safe to bathe them right away. That said, it’s a good idea to give your new puppy a week or two to settle in before you attempt to bathe them, because you’re a stranger to them at first and baths can be stressful for dogs.
Whether it’s their first bath ever or their first bath in their new home, start slowly to avoid putting them off bathing for life. Invite them into the bathroom and give them treats for a few days before you attempt a first bath to create a positive association with the bathroom. Never bathe young puppies outside with cold water, as they get chilled easily.
Can you bathe a puppy too much?
Yes, you absolutely can bathe a puppy too much. Dogs have natural oils in their coats that do a great job of self-cleaning. Overly frequent bathing disrupts these oils and can dry out the skin. It’s fine to give your puppy an occasional extra bath if they roll in something nasty, but avoid excessive bathing just for the sake of it.
How often should you bathe a puppy?
Bathe your pup once every 4-8 weeks. It’s fine to go as long as 3 or 4 months between baths in adult dogs, but getting your puppy used to them at a young age will make it easier when they’re older.
What you need to give a puppy a bath
Now that you know how often to bathe your puppy, you just need to gather the right supplies. Having everything you need on hand makes the bathing process much simpler.
Puppy shampoo
You should use puppy shampoo rather than standard dog shampoo when bathing your pup. These are designed to be extra gentle so they won’t irritate your puppy’s delicate skin. Many have “tear-free” formulas that don’t sting the eyes, though you should avoid shampooing their face anyway. Don’t use human shampoos on puppies, if you can avoid it. In an emergency, it’s OK to use baby shampoo as a one-off, as it’s gentler than shampoo for adults, but it still doesn’t have the correct pH balance for canine skin.
Towels
Assuming you don’t want to dry your puppy on the same towels you use to dry yourself, you should have a selection of towels just for your dog. It’s fine to use any old towels you have lying around, but if you don’t have towels you’re no longer using, dedicated dog towels are often made from microfiber, so they’re extra absorbent.
Treats
The first few times you bathe your puppy, you might need an extra person on hand to feed them treats as a distraction. This helps keep them calm and happy and can create a positive association if they know every time they get a bath, they also get plied with treats. If you don’t have someone who can continuously feed your pup treats, you can get lick mats with suction cups so you can adhere them to your bathroom tiles. You smear pastes such as peanut butter on them and it keeps your dog entertained.
Brush
Although it’s not 100% essential, you might want a rubber brush to help work the shampoo through your puppy’s coat, especially if they have medium or long fur. These brushes also massage the skin to improve blood flow and scratch any itches your pup might have.
Shower attachment
You can buy shower attachments specifically for dogs. These have longer heads than regular shower attachments so you can wet and rinse your canine companion more quickly. The less time it takes to bathe your dog, the easier it will be, so they’re worth investing in. You can use them in your bathroom or outside, but remember not to bathe young puppies with cold water, even on a hot day.
What to buy to bathe a puppy
Its extra-gentle, tearless formula makes it the ideal choice for puppies. It leaves their coat soft, shiny and smelling great.
Where to buy: Sold by Chewy and PetSmart
Kong Dog ZoomGroom Multi-use Brush
This rubber brush helps work shampoo through the coat and gives your puppy’s skin a massage at the same time.
Where to buy: Sold by Chewy and Amazon
Waterpik Pet Wand Pro Dog Shower Attachment
This shower attachment gives you better coverage so you can rinse your puppy off more quickly and easily. You can use it indoors or outdoors, but only attempt the latter on hot days with older puppies and adult dogs.
Where to buy: Sold by Chewy and Amazon
Frisco Microfiber Towel for Cats and Dogs
This is a large, highly absorbent towel that’s perfect for drying puppies off after a bath. It’s machine washable and fast drying, so it’s easy to clean between uses.
Where to buy: Sold by Chewy
Aquapaw Slow Treater Silicone Lick Mat
If you need a distraction for your pup, simply smother this lick mat in peanut butter or similar, stick it to a tiled wall and keep them entertained while you bathe them.
Where to buy: Sold by Chewy and Amazon
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Are hard or soft golf travel cases better?
Golf clubs are not only expensive, but can be irreplaceable if the manufacturer discontinued a model you really like. So it makes sense golfers want to do everything possible to keep them safe when traveling.
Hard models offer the most protection but soft travel cases are lighter weight and can be more convenient to store. There are also several other pros and cons to consider that will make one more suitable for your needs than the other.
Hard golf travel cases
Hard golf travel cases have a rigid structure similar to hard-sided luggage. Nearly all feature thick interior padding and have wheels for easy maneuverability. They can also be carried like a suitcase if needed. Hard cases close securely via latches, often with locks approved by the Transportation Security Administration and are available in styles that accommodate just your clubs or your clubs and golf bag. Most cost $200-$350.
Hard golf travel case pros
- Highest level of protection
- Secure latches
- Thick interior padding
- Often equipped with TSA-approved locks
- Some have spinner wheels
Hard golf travel case cons
- Heavier than soft cases
- Require a lot of storage space
- Can be difficult to fit inside vehicles
Best hard golf travel case
Samsonite Hard-Sided Golf Travel Case
Combining a high level of protection with a conveniently portable design, this case does a good job of keeping your clubs safe without being a hassle to roll around. It features multidirectional spinner wheels and has a quilted interior with extra foam at the top, where it’s most needed.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Best hard golf travel case for the money
SKB Cases ATA Standard Hard-Shell Wheeled Golf Bag Carrier
This case is made from a sturdy, high-density polyethylene and is equipped with industrial-strength latches and a TSA-approved lock so your clubs will arrive safely at their destination. Despite this, it’s a pound or so lighter than many other hard cases.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Ram Golf Ultimate Hard-Sided Travel Cover
This hard-sided case has many of the same features as the most popular luggage, including a tough thermoplastic shell, compression straps, spinner wheels and a TSA-approved lock. It’s equipped with plenty of interior padding and two handles for convenient lifting.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Soft golf travel cases
Soft cases lack a rigid structure and, instead, are made entirely of durable fabrics such as polyester or nylon. There are also hybrid cases that feature a rigid shell around the club head area, but are soft fabric everywhere else. Some have interior padding. Some of the cheapest lack wheels.
Unlike hard cases, soft cases close via a zipper, which some people feel makes them more likely to open up during travel. You can prevent this by attaching a small TSA-approved luggage lock if your bag allows for that. Most soft travel cases cost $50-$300.
Soft golf travel case pros
- More affordable
- Lightweight construction
- Commonly feature an easy-to-access exterior pocket
- Fold up for storage when not in use
Soft golf travel case cons
- Uninsurable with many airlines
- May have little to no padding
- Leave clubs more susceptible to damage
Best soft golf travel case
Sun Mountain Golf ClubGlider Meridian Club Cover Travel Bag
Thanks to flip-out support legs and smooth-rolling wheels, this case eliminates most of the hassle of traveling with your clubs. It comes in several colors and features an ID window so you can label it with your personal information.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Best soft golf travel case for the money
This lightweight case is a good choice for those who are on a budget but lacks some of the padding found in many of the more expensive options. It’s both weather- and tear-resistant, and features internal compression straps to hold your clubs in place.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Sun Mountain Kube Golf Travel Cover
The Kube combines elements of hard and soft cases to give you the best of both worlds. It offers extra protection and durability where it’s most needed, yet still maintains a lightweight construction. Plus, it folds down into a cube barely larger than 1 cubic foot when not needed.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Should you buy a hard golf travel case or a soft golf travel case?
The decision comes down to your budget, storage space and how much protection you want for your clubs. If budget and storage between uses aren’t issues, and you want the maximum protection for your clubs, hard cases are the way to go. If money or storage is a bit tight, and you can make do with less protection, you’ll likely prefer a soft case.
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Which indoor playset for toddlers is best?
Many toddlers love playing outdoors on backyard playsets, but sometimes Mother Nature just doesn’t want to cooperate. On those cold, rainy or snowy days, you need another option to keep your children occupied. Rather than plopping them in front of the TV or a tablet, consider providing them with an indoor play set to expel that endless energy they are so full of.
Indoor playsets often feature several of the most beloved activities of outdoor ones but are smaller and more manageable. For example, the Costzon Toddler Climber and Swing Set has a climbing wall, slide and even a small basketball hoop, yet it only measures 66 by 59 by 47 inches, so it should fit in most bedrooms and living rooms.
What to know before you buy an indoor playset for toddlers
Skills
There are many kinds of play sets for toddlers, and not all help develop the same skills. Some are similar to outdoor swing sets and feature high-energy activities. These are good for developing strength, balance and speed. Others have activities that focus more on imaginative play, developing hand-eye coordination and even musical abilities.
Consider both what skills your child needs to work and what kinds of activities they find most enjoyable.
Space
When deciding how much room in your home you want to dedicate to the set, don’t forget to account for additional space around it for your child to play in. Sets that include intense activities — such as jumping, sliding and tumbling — require more space around them than those that focus on educational or imaginative play.
Placement
Indoor play sets should only be used under adult supervision. They should be set up where you can always keep an eye on your child. This area should be clear of objects that could cause harm, including sharp furniture and decorations, and of delicate items that are easily damaged if a child accidentally bumps into them.
If you’ll be setting up the play set on hard flooring such as tile or wood, consider purchasing a large foam play mat or thick rug to place underneath it. These reduce the chance of injury if your child falls off.
What to look for in a quality indoor playset for toddlers
Activities
The most basic playsets only have two or three activities. Others can have 10 or more. The more activities a playset has and the greater their variety, the longer it can keep a toddler entertained. Common activities include ball pits, slides, swings, basketball, climbing walls, jungle gyms, target tosses and spinning gears. Some also feature numbers and letters to help teach counting and reading.
Sounds
Though less common, you can find models that play music and sounds when buttons are pressed or that feature simple tap instruments such as pianos and xylophones.
Bright colors
Colors affect people’s moods, and that’s true of children as well as adults. According to the National Institutes of Health, children have positive reactions to bright colors and negative emotions attached to dark colors. It is also easier for kids to recognize bright colors, which makes them more likely to capture kids’ attention. So your child is likely to be drawn to a brightly colored set and spend more time playing with it than with one in muted colors.
Reconfigurable
No matter how brightly colored a play set is or how many activities it has, toddlers will eventually tire of them. Purchasing one that is reconfigurable helps mitigate this. These modular sets can be constructed in different ways after a child gets bored with a particular setup.
Multi-child play
If you have two young children in your home, or want your toddler to be able to use their playset with a friend, look for one that allows multi-child play. These have a higher weight capacity and at least two separate play stations.
How much you can expect to spend on an indoor playset for toddlers
Most indoor playsets for toddlers cost $50-$400.
Indoor playset for toddlers FAQ
Are indoor playsets difficult to assemble?
A. It varies by the model, but most are designed to be easy for one person to assemble on their own. Many don’t require any tools and simply snap together.
Can I use an indoor playset outdoors?
A. Some indoor playsets are also suitable for use outdoors. If so, this should be specified somewhere in the product details.
What’s the best indoor playset to buy for toddlers?
Top indoor playset for toddlers
Costzon Toddler Climber and Swing Set
What you need to know: This 4-in-1 model replicates all the fun of an outdoor play set and offers plenty of activities to keep tots occupied.
What you’ll love: It’s made of a sturdy, high-density polyethylene material that can last through several children and also be used outside. Plus, it does a great job of tiring kids out so you’ll get a little peace and quiet afterward.
What you should consider: It’s a bit short and isn’t ideal for older or taller toddlers.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top indoor playset for toddlers for the money
Little Tikes Activity Garden Playhouse
What you need to know: This budget-priced option helps foster a child’s imagination, yet hardly requires any floor space.
What you’ll love: It expands to grow with a baby or be used by two kids simultaneously. There is a shape sorter and tap-a-tune piano for mental development.
What you should consider: It’s best for toddlers under age 2.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Reliancer Six-Piece Climb and Crawl Foam Activity Play Set
What you need to know: Made entirely of soft, CertiPUR-US-certified foam and covered in faux leather that’s free of potentially harmful phthalates, this set is a smart and safe choice for toddlers of any size and age.
What you’ll love: It can be configured in a nearly limitless number of ways to keep kids from getting bored. Toddlers can use it to learn color recognition and matching, too.
What you should consider: Because it is made from multiple components that will be spread out across the floor, it can make rooms look a bit messy.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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Which ‘Toy Story’ Jessie doll is best?
As the first film franchise ever established by Disney Pixar, “Toy Story” has become a cultural phenomenon and has spawned many memorable characters. The most popular are sheriff Woody and the space ranger Buzz Lightyear, but characters such as Jessie, Woody’s cowgirl companion, are just as beloved by fans.
If you have a little one who’s a Jessie fan, there might not be a better way to see them smile than by gifting them a doll of the spunky cowgirl. The Disney Pixar Toy Story 4 Jessie Figure is a crowd favorite because of her elaborate detail and posable body parts.
What to know before you buy a ‘Toy Story’ Jessie doll
Age
“Toy Story” is one of those franchises with fans of all ages, but you should consider your child’s age before buying them any toy. Most Jessie dolls have basic designs and are safe for children of all ages, but if you spot one with small accessories or peripherals, it’s best to avoid them if you have a toddler, as they can be dangerous.
For a small child, a toy larger than their mouth is always the best choice since it decreases the chances of choking. In any case, you can read the label to determine the suitable age range of any “Toy Story” doll.
Quality
Jessie dolls are usually made of plastic, but some are thicker than others. Thin plastic can break easily, potentially posing a hazard, especially for younger children. Sturdy plastic toys can take more of a beating without breaking.
Plush
Traditional dolls and figures are made of plastic, and if they’re inspired by a famous movie, they’re designed to resemble their appearance in their respective film as closely as possible.
It’s easy to recreate a figure that’s to scale when using materials such as plastic, but if you want the safest toy possible and don’t mind a reduction in likeness, a plush toy is your best bet. Plush dolls are super-soft and the best choice for younger children, especially those under 3 years old.
What to look for in a quality ‘Toy Story’ Jessie doll
Height
There’s nothing wrong with a mini-Jessie doll, but if you want something where she looks similar to her appearance in the films, you’re going to want it to be at least 7 inches tall when standing. The most common size for a “Toy Story” doll is 6-12 inches, but you can find plush toys as small as 2 inches and as large as 4 feet.
Design
Jessie has braided red hair in the movies and sports an outfit like Woody’s. She wears a western-style shirt with blue jeans, black-spotted chaps, a red hat with white laces and cowboy boots.
You might stumble upon a Jessie doll where she’s sporting a different outfit, but for an authentic figure, you’re going to want her to look like she does in the films.
Collectible
“Toy Story” is such a popular franchise that it’s not uncommon for some adults to have a collection of toys inspired by the franchise. Most Jessie dolls are designed for children, but some exclusive or limited-edition figures are expensive and treated as valuable collectibles.
How much you can expect to spend on a ‘Toy Story’ Jessie doll
More miniature Jessie dolls and plush toys usually go for anywhere from $10-$30, but collector or special edition dolls can cost $30-$100.
‘Toy Story’ Jessie doll FAQ
Can plush toys be dangerous for small children?
A. Unless they’re very small, plush toys are among the safest options for children under 3 years old.
Do Jessie dolls always have a smiling facial expression?
A. In the films, Jessie’s motionless facial expression is a smile showing her teeth. Most dolls attempt to recreate that, but you can find some that feature her with a sad-looking facial expression or a more subdued, close-lipped smile.
What’s the best ‘Toy Story’ Jessie doll to buy?
Top ‘Toy Story’Jessie doll
Disney Pixar Toy Story 4 Jessie Figure
What you need to know: Inspired by the latest film in the franchise, this doll accurately reflects Jessie’s appearance in the movies and is a worthy addition to any “Toy Story” toy collection.
What you’ll love: It’s a highly posable Jessie figure, as the head, arms and legs can move, and it features a classic design, outfit and her endearing smiling facial expression. It’s large, standing at 8.8 inches tall, but suitable for children ages 3 and up.
What you should consider: It’s somewhat sensitive, as light scratches can scuff the plastic and paint.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top ‘Toy Story’ Jessie doll for the money
Disney Pixar Jessie and Bullseye
What you need to know: This is an excellent bargain pick, since you get a Jessie doll along with a figure of Bullseye, her faithful horse companion.
What you’ll love: These figures boast movie-scale sizes at 7 inches and have impressive detail inspired by the films. They’re suitable for children as young as 3 years old and can be positioned in many ways for different pose setups.
What you should consider: Although they’re sturdy, Jessie’s hat often slips off her head, and she cannot firmly sit on Bullseye to ride him.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Disney Pixar Toy Story 4 Jessie Plush
What you need to know: This plush makes for a cuddly bedtime companion and is appropriate for younger “Toy Story” fans.
What you’ll love: It stands 16.5 inches and has meticulously detailed plush sculpturing and high-quality embroidered features such as Jessie’s belt buckle and back pull-string. The hat is made of soft velour fabric, and the bottom of her boots have “Andy” written on them, just like in the movies.
What you should consider: Some find it too stiff for a plush doll.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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Amazon: IMDb TV will be renamed Amazon Freevee
(AP) - Amazon announced Wednesday its free streaming service IMDb TV will be renamed Amazon Freevee.
The new name will take effect on April 27, the company said in a news release.
The retailer said the streaming service will also expand its original programming by 70% in 2022, with spinoffs of shows such as “Bosh: Legacy” and other series. It will also add more original movies.
Amazon.com Inc. said the ad-supported service has tripled its monthly active users in the past two years and is expected to launch in Germany later this year.
“We’re looking forward to building on this momentum with an increasing slate of inventive and broadly appealing Originals, and are excited to establish Freevee as the premier AVOD (advertising-based video on demand) service with content audiences crave,” Jennifer Salke, head of Amazon Studios, said in the news release.
Wednesday’s announcement comes as the retail giant embraces a path to boost its streaming services. Last month, the company closed an $8.5 billion deal to acquire Hollywood studio MGM, making it Amazon’s second-largest acquisition following its $13.7 billion deal with Whole Foods in 2017. That acquisition was targeted to make the company better compete against Netflix and Disney+.
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Tips for picking the best carpet cleaner
If you love the plush, cozy feeling carpets bring to your home but hate how dirty they get over time, it only makes sense to buy a carpet cleaner. It will soon pay for itself compared to hiring someone to do the job, and you have it ready to use whenever you need.
Some cleaners are perfect for deep cleans, whereas others are better for spot cleaning and cleaning smaller areas. Learn how to pick the best carpet cleaner for you so yours will give you everything you need.
Questions to ask yourself before buying a carpet cleaner
How dirty do your carpets get?
You’ll need more impressive cleaning power if you have kids or dogs than if you have a small, adult-only, pet-free household. Some carpet cleaners are specifically designed for homes with pets and have the extra oomph needed to get rid of pet odors, muddy paw prints and other pet-related messes. Think about whether there are any high-traffic areas in your home in which your carpets tend to get extra dirty. If so, it’s worth paying more for a powerful cleaner that will do its job well.
How often will you use your carpet cleaner?
Are you likely to use a carpet cleaner once every couple of months, once a year or once in total before relegating it to the back of a closet somewhere? It makes sense to spend more if you’ll use your cleaner regularly, getting more bang for your buck. For occasional use, an inexpensive one will do the trick.
Do you want to clean upholstery?
Most carpet cleaners also work on upholstery, with the help of the right attachments. However, some are specifically geared toward upholstery and do a better job with it than they do with carpets and rugs.
What to look for in a carpet cleaner
Upright vs. canister
You’ll find two main types of carpet cleaners: upright and canister. Upright ones have the water tanks, motor and cleaning head all in one unit, with most looking similar to upright vacuum cleaners. Canister models have the motor and water tanks in the body of the unit with a separate cleaning head attached to the body by a hose. It’s generally quicker to clean with an upright model, so they’re suitable for cleaning large areas, while canister options are better for spot cleaning and upholstery.
Quick-dry mode
When you deep clean your carpet, it can take as long as 24 hours to fully dry, but this isn’t always practical or necessary. Quick-dry mode is a lighter cleaning mode that doesn’t get your carpet as wet, so it will fully dry within 1-2 hours. After an initial deep clean, you should only need to use the quick-dry mode to refresh your carpets if you clean them regularly.
Tools
Carpet cleaners should come with at least a couple of tools or attachments. The main cleaning head is what you’ll use for cleaning large areas, such as big rugs or wall-to-wall carpet, but you’ll also want a crevice tool for getting into tight corners and an upholstery brush for cleaning couches and other soft furnishings. Other tools are less essential, but it’s nice to have a good range just in case.
Dual tanks
Ideally, your carpet cleaner should have two water tanks: one that holds clean water only and one that holds dirty water after it’s been sucked out of the carpet. Without dedicated tanks for each, you’ll be cleaning your carpet with grubby water and you’ll need to empty and refill the tank regularly to keep the water clean.
Tank capacity
Check the capacity of both the clean water tank and the dirty water tank. Larger capacities allow you to clean more of your home before needing to empty the dirty water and replenish the fresh water. Compact models may only hold 1.5-2 liters of water, while large models can hold as much as 3.5-4.5 liters. If you have a large home with fitted carpets, you’ll thank yourself for choosing a model with a decent tank capacity.
Cleaning solutions
Check what kind of cleaning solution is required before buying. Some work with any cleaning solution designed for use with carpet cleaning machines, while others only work with the manufacturer’s proprietary solution, which can be limiting.
Best carpet cleaners
Bissell TurboClean PowerBrush Pet Carpet Cleaner
This inexpensive, lightweight carpet cleaner is great for occasional use but still powerful enough to clean up after pets.
Sold by Amazon
Bissell Big Green Professional Carpet Cleaner
This professional-quality carpet cleaner leaves rugs, carpets and upholstery looking as good as new. It’s pricey, so it’s best suited for people who will use it regularly or who have large homes with fitted carpets in most rooms.
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Hoover PowerDash Pet Compact Carpet Cleaner
With quick-drying technology, this is a great choice for quick cleans to tackle pet messes as well as more thorough deep cleans. It’s compact and easy to use and maneuver.
Sold by Amazon
Hoover Smartwash Automatic Carpet Cleaner
Thanks to its automatic cleaning technology, it’s extremely simple to use — just push it forward to clean and pull it backward to dry. Its power brushes clean deep into the pile of your carpet.
Sold by Amazon
Rug Doctor Pet Portable Spot Cleaner
This compact canister spot cleaner is perfect for cleaning up pet-related stains on carpet and upholstery but isn’t well-suited to cleaning whole rooms worth of carpet.
Sold by Amazon
Vacmaster Wet/Dry Shampoo Vacuum Cleaner
A wet/dry model, the Vacmaster is suitable for dry vacuuming, wet vacuuming and carpet shampooing. It’s good for low pile rugs and carpets but really shines when it comes to upholstery cleaning.
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AP source: CDC to extend travel mask mandate for two weeks
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration will extend for two weeks the nationwide mask requirement for public transit as it monitors an uptick in COVID-19 cases, according to a person familiar with the matter.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention was set to extend the order, which was to expire on April 18, by two weeks to monitor for any observable increase in severe virus outcomes as cases rise in parts of the country. The move was being made out of abundance of caution, the person said, speaking on the condition of anonymity to preview the CDC’s action. The requirement will now extend through May 3, 2022.
When the Transportation Security Administration, which enforces the rule for planes, buses, trains and transit hubs, extended the requirement last month, it said the CDC had been hoping to roll out a more flexible masking strategy that would have replaced the nationwide requirement.
The mask mandate is the most visible vestige of government restrictions to control the pandemic, and possibly the most controversial. A surge of abusive and sometimes violent incidents on airplanes has been attributed mostly to disputes over mask-wearing.
Critics have seized on the fact that states have rolled back rules requiring masks in restaurants, stores and other indoor settings, and yet COVID-19 cases have fallen sharply since the omicron variant peaked in mid-January.
There has been a slight increase in cases in recent weeks, driven by an even more contagious subvariant of the omicron strain, with daily confirmed cases nationwide rising from about 25,000 per day to more than 30,000. Those figures are an undercount since many people now test positive on at-home tests that are not reported to public health agencies.
Severe illnesses and deaths tend to lag infections by several weeks. The CDC is awaiting indications of whether the increase in cases correlates to a rise in adverse outcomes before announcing a less restrictive mask policy for travel.
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California lawmakers propose 4-day work week
(KOVR) - A California proposal to shorten the work week is gaining traction.
The measure would implement a four-day work week, dropping from 40 hours to 32 – and require overtime pay beyond that.
The four-day work week would apply to companies with 500 hundred employees or more.
California state Rep. Evan Low co-authored the bill.
“We’re hearing time and time again about greater worker flexibility. That’s what workers are demanding. And this provides us an opportunity to reimagine the workforce, uplifting the voice of workers while also helping to ensure that we can do the type of things in a more efficient manner, and also taking care of our families and our loved ones.”
Workers would still make the same amount of money, despite working less.
The California Chamber of Commerce has pushed back, saying the proposal would be a “job killer” by making hiring more expensive.
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California woman admits she faked her own kidnapping in 2016
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (KCRA) - The northern California woman accused of faking her own kidnapping in 2016 has signed a plea deal and will confess she made everything up.
Sherri Papini, now 39, said in a statement in part, “I am deeply ashamed of myself for my behavior and so sorry for the pain I’ve caused.”
Her attorney, William Portanova, confirmed that she signed a plea agreement Tuesday.
Papini’s husband reported her missing in November 2016 after she had gone out for a jog near her home. Three weeks later, on Thanksgiving, she was found alone on an interstate 140 miles from home.
She said she was kidnapped by two women who held her captive, chained in a closet. Her elaborate story included details about her supposed assailants wearing masks, holding her at gunpoint and branding her with a heated tool.
Federal prosecutors said Papini injured herself to back up her false statements.
The Justice Department said Papini had actually stayed with an ex-boyfriend in southern California for the three weeks she was reportedly missing.
Federal prosecutors said Papini received more than $30,000 in fraudulent victim assistance money based on the hoax. She is also facing charges of mail fraud and making false statements to a federal law enforcement officer.
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Children as young as 8 should be screened for anxiety, task force says
(CNN) - Mental health in children and adolescents has only worsened during the pandemic, experts say.
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force is set to recommend that children ages 8 and older should be screened for anxiety.
The task force is made up of an independent panel of experts who makes recommendations on screenings and preventative medicine.
The decision to recommend early screenings in children for anxiety was based on a review of studies that evaluated screening tests in adolescents and the benefits of early treatment.
The task force found with moderate certainty that screening for anxiety in children older than 8 would lead to improving outcomes.
The draft report was released on the task force’s website on Tuesday.
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Chris Tucker donates to high school choir’s Carnegie Hall performance
MCDONOUGH, Ga. (Gray News) - Comedian Chris Tucker surprised a high school choir program invited to perform at Carnegie Hall by helping them reach their goal of $201,579.25.
Tucker showed up at Ola High School on Wednesday to let the students know that the Chris Tucker Foundation was paying off the rest of the balance the choir needed to travel to New York City for their performance.
The program’s director, Mindy Forehand, posted a video on Facebook saying that the comedian “brought my kids a check for the Carnegie Hall balance.” The balance is due Friday.
“His quick action was an answer to prayer,” teacher Melissa Stroup said.
The high school announced their invitation to perform in February 2020. They have worked on raising the money through fundraisers and other events since then but still came up short.
Earlier this week, the choir still needed more than $16,000, according to their GoFundMe page.
Their performance is scheduled for June 20.
“These students will never forget his gift or that very teachable moment to carry with them,” Stroup said.
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Trucker blockade snarls US-Mexico border over Texas order
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — One of the busiest trade ports on the U.S.-Mexico border remained effectively closed Wednesday as frustration and traffic snarls mounted over new orders by Texas Gov. Greg Abbott requiring extra inspections of commercial trucks as part of the Republican’s sprawling border security operation.
Since Monday, Mexican truckers have blocked the Pharr-Reynosa International Bridge in protest after Abbott last week directed state troopers to stop and inspect trucks coming into Texas. Unusually long backups — some lasting 12 hours or longer — have stacked up elsewhere along Texas’ roughly 1,200-mile (1,930-kilometer) border.
Not even a week into the inspections, the Mexican government said that Abbott’s order was causing “serious damage” to trade, and that cross-border traffic had plummeted to a third of normal levels. On Wednesday, White House spokeswoman Jen Psaki called Abbott’s order “unnecessary and redundant.”
The gridlock is the fallout of an initiative that Abbott says is needed to curb human trafficking and the flow of drugs. But critics question how the inspections are meeting that objective, while business owners and experts complain of financial losses and warn U.S. grocery shoppers could notice shortages as soon as this week.
Frustration is also spreading within members of Abbott’s own party: Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller, a Republican, called the inspections a “catastrophic policy” that is forcing some trucks to reroute hundreds of miles to Arizona.
“I do describe it as a crisis, because this is not the normal way of doing business,” said Hidalgo County Judge Richard Cortez, whose county includes the bridge in Pharr. “You’re talking about billions of dollars. When you stop that process, I mean, there are many, many, many, many people that are affected.”
The shutdowns and slowdowns have set off some of the widest backlash to date of Abbott’s multibillion-dollar border operation, which the two-term governor has made the cornerstone of his administration. Texas already has thousands of state troopers and National Guard members on the border and has converted prisons into jails for migrants arrested on state trespassing charges.
Abbott warned last week that inspections would “dramatically slow” border traffic, but he hasn’t addressed the backups or port shutdowns since then. His office didn’t reply to a message seeking comment left Tuesday, but the governor planned a press conference for Wednesday afternoon in Laredo.
The disruptions at some of the world’s busiest international trade ports could pose economic and political threats to Abbott, who is seeking a third term in November. Democrat Beto O’Rourke, the former presidential candidate who is running against Abbott for governor, said during a stop in Pharr on Tuesday that the inspections were doing nothing to halt the flow of migrants and were worsening supply chain issues.
He was joined by Joe Arevalo, owner of Keystone Cold, a cold-storage warehouse on the border. He said that although Texas state troopers have always inspected some trucks crossing the border “they’ve never, ever, ever held up a complete system or a complete supply chain.”
An estimated 3,000 trucks cross the Pharr bridge on a normal day, according to the National Freight Transportation Chamber. The Pharr bridge is the largest land port for produce, such as leafy green vegetables, entering the U.S.
Mexico supplies about two-thirds of the produce sold in Texas.
“We’re living through a nightmare, and we’re already suffering through a very delicate supply chain from the pandemic and to try to regrow the business,” Arevalo said.
The additional inspections are conducted by the Texas Department of Public Safety, which said that as of Monday, it had inspected more than 3,400 commercial vehicles and placed more than 800 “out of service” for violations that included defective brakes, tires and lighting. It made no mention of whether the truck inspections had turned up migrants or drugs.
The order’s impact quickly spread beyond Texas: U.S. Customs and Border Protection officials confirmed Tuesday that there was another blockade at the Mexican customs facility at the Santa Teresa port of entry in southern New Mexico, not far from El Paso. Those protests are misguided since New Mexico has nothing to do with Texas’ inspection policies, said Jerry Pacheco, executive director of the International Business Accelerator and president of the Border Industrial Association.
He said the protests were costing businesses millions of dollars a day.
“Everybody down here is on a just-in-time inventory system,” Pancheo said. “It’s going to affect all of us, all of us in the United States. Your car parts are going to be delivered late, your computer — if you ordered a Dell or HP tablet, those are going to be disrupted.”
Ed Anderson, a professor at the McCombs School of Business at the University of Texas at Austin, compared the disruptions to those caused by February’s trucker blockade in Canada that forced auto plants on both sides of the border to shut down or scale back production. During that protest, trucks looking for other entries to cross into the U.S. wound up causing congestion at other bridges, a scenario that Anderson said might now be repeated on the southern border.
Anderson said consumers would likely begin noticing the effects by the end of this week, if not sooner.
“Either prices are going to spike or shelves are going to be low,” he said.
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Associated Press reporters Acacia Coronado. Susan Montoya Bryan in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and Mark Stevenson in Mexico City contributed to this report.
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Homebuyers stymied by fewer homes, high prices, rising rates
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Shortly after moving to South Florida for a new job with the U.S. military, Shannon Kaufman and his wife, Wendy, signed up for a whole other mission: buying a home.
For months, they scoured listings, strategizing late into the night on which homes to target and working out how much they could afford, even if it meant using some of their retirement savings.
After visiting 200 listings and making offers on 15 homes that ultimately didn’t pan out, the Kaufmans finally found a home that fits at least some of their needs. They’ll be renting it, however.
“We found a place that’s smaller than we want, but it’ll work until we have something built or until the market cools off,” said Shannon Kaufman, 47.
America’s housing market has grown increasingly frenzied, and prices are out of reach for many buyers, especially first-timers. This spring, traditionally the busiest season for home sales, is more likely to deliver frustration and disappointment for aspiring homebuyers than it is homeownership.
The number of homes for sale nationally remains near record lows, fueling fierce competition among buyers vying for fewer homes. From Los Angeles to Raleigh, North Carolina, when a house does hit the market, it typically sells within days.
Bidding wars are common, often driving the sale price well above what the owner was asking. And would-be buyers planning to finance their purchase with a home loan are often losing out to investors and others able to buy a home with cash. A quarter of all homes sold in February were purchased with cash, up from 22% a year ago, according to the National Association of Realtors. Real estate investors accounted for 19% of transactions in February, up from 17% a year ago.
Nichol Khan, a project manager, and her husband Ed moved to Mesa, Arizona, from Phoenix two years ago to shorten their commute to work. Home prices in the Phoenix area have jumped 20% from a year ago to $500,000, according to Realtor.com.
“The prices just keep going up and up,” Khan said.
The couple has lost out on more than a dozen homes they bid on. Some of the homes ended up selling for less in cash than the couple had offered.
“We don’t have $500,000 in cash,” said Khan, 42. “We just could not be competitive with that.”
Fewer homes on the market and high prices have been the hallmark of the housing market for the past 10 years or so. Now, rising mortgage rates further complicate the homebuying equation. Higher rates could limit the pool of buyers and cool the rate of home price growth — good news for buyers. But higher rates also weaken their buying power.
The average rate on a 30-year home loan has climbed to around 4.7%. A year ago, average rates hovered just above 3%, according to mortgage buyer Freddie Mac. The increase follows a sharp move up in 10-year Treasury yields, reflecting expectations of higher interest rates overall as the Federal Reserve moves to hike short-term rates in order to combat surging inflation.
Would-be buyers who applied for a home loan in February faced a median monthly mortgage payment of $1,653, including principal and interest, an increase of 8.3% from a year ago, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.
“It’s hard to believe, but I do think it’s going to be tougher this year, in some respects, than it was in previous years,” said Danielle Hale, Realtor.com’s chief economist. “So far, at least, we have seen the number of homes for sale continue to decline and prices continue to rise. Those two factors combined suggest that the competitive market is going to keep buyers on their toes.”
Buyers should set their sights on homes that are listed well within what they can afford, experts say.
“You should be looking 15%-20% below their limit; that gives them room for appraisal gaps, it gives them room for negotiating,” said Tracy Hutton, a broker with Century 21 in Indianapolis.
Being well prepared sometimes isn’t enough when a homeowner prefers to accept an all-cash offer, rather than sell to a buyer with financing.
Wendy Kaufman in South Florida couldn’t even get into an open house for a property on the market after she revealed the couple had a mortgage backed by the Veterans Administration.
“When they saw I had a VA preapproval they said, ‘Sorry we don’t want to work with you.’” she said.
Sometimes, buyers don’t have a chance to make an offer before a home is snapped up, sight unseen.
In the Miami area, so-called “blind offers” have become common as a way to get around other buyers, said Rafael Corrales, a Redfin agent.
One reason is the ultra-low level of homes for sale, which for the greater Miami metropolitan area, was down 55% in February from a year ago, according to Realtor.com.
While every market is unique, there is one common hurdle across the U.S.: affordability. The median U.S. home price jumped 15% in February from a year earlier to $357,300, according to the National Association of Realtors.
The San Jose, California, metro area had 40% fewer homes for sale in February than a year ago, according to Realtor.com. Buyers there have to navigate some of the most expensive home prices in the nation. The median home listing price climbed 13.3% to about $1.36 million in February from a year earlier.
The market trends are a bit more welcoming for buyers in the Midwest, including the Indianapolis metropolitan area, where the number of homes for sale was down about 23% from a year ago. The median home price there stood at $287,000 in February, up 8.5% from a year earlier.
In Raleigh, home listings were down a whopping 55% in February from a year earlier. Competition for fewer homes helped push the median home price to $430,000, a 9% increase from February 2021.
Those trends made for a more competitive market for first-time buyers like Lisa Piercey and her husband, Alex Berardo. First-time buyers made up 29% of all homes sold nationally last month. That share has averaged 31% annually over the past 10 years.
The couple began looking in December for homes at $350,000 or below. They offered $5,000 over the asking price on two properties but lost out to rival bidders.
“That was all we could afford,” said Lisa Piercey, a 32-year old project manager. “It’s really defeating, really disappointing.”
In the end, the couple bought a townhome in a new construction community, though they see it as a stepping stone to a more spacious house with a big yard.
“Its big enough that we can still start our family and then move when the market hopefully dies down in a couple of years,” she said.
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How to tell you’re being phished and 9 other common online scams to watch out for
(Twingate) - The internet can feel packed with scams sometimes, especially for anyone who’s had their credit card or other information stolen. But most scams fall into a small variety of types that are easy to identify and avoid once you know about them.
There are only so many ways to reinvent the wheel—scammers will usually fall into a set number of categories. Twingate assembled a list of common online scams that internet users should be wary of, drawing on research from government organizations, payment processors, and tech companies.
One of the major categories of scamming is called social engineering. An old-fashioned method that still works surprisingly well, social engineering is any fraud where a human being communicates with you to obtain information in person, online, or over the phone. Scammers will use manipulative, deceptive, or psychological tactics to get someone to reveal confidential information.
As our lives increasingly have shifted online, scammers have followed, posing as everything from fake online boyfriends to made-up charities. So the next time you get a voicemail claiming to be from Microsoft, an email that says your antivirus service is out of date, or a pop-up ad from “newy0rktimes.com,” take a few seconds and think about whether it’s a genuine message before doing anything. Continue reading to learn about the most common online scams today.
Phishing
Phishing is one of the most common online scams. It’s a form of social engineering, meaning a scam in which the “human touch” is used to trick people. One offline form of phishing is when you receive a scam phone call where someone claims to be calling from the fraud department at your bank and requests your account number as verification.
With online phishing, scammers do the same kind of thing but use emails and links to fraudulent websites to fool users. In your spam folder, you’ll often see messages claiming to be from Bank of America and others. These links lead to imitation bank sites designed to capture your personal banking information.
Advanced fee scam
These email messages are notorious—and the stuff of internet legend: “Hello sir, I have a huge sum to send you!” In this scam, a forlorn prince, bank manager, church reverend, or otherwise reputable-sounding stranger has a large amount of money that they need you to hold for them. All you have to do is send them several hundred or thousand dollars to cover some kind of transactional cost upfront.
Never believe any stranger who wants to send you money, and listen to your gut. If something sounds too good to be true, it is highly likely that it is a scam.
Romance scam
Romance scams are one of the darkest and most sinister scams because of the time investment and emotions involved. Romance scammers pretend to be regular people, often older people, who are looking for love and want to meet eligible singles in other countries. They’ll build an emotional connection with their target by exchanging romantic messages and pretending to be in love.
The scam comes in when, eventually, a series of misfortunes befall the romantic partner. They might plan a visit to finally meet—but suddenly won’t have money to pay for the plane ticket. Then they’re hospitalized with a mystery illness and need money to pay the bill. This continues until the victim grows suspicious of the mounting costs.
Formjacking
Formjacking is a web scam that works the same way as a credit card skimmer does in real life. You go to a website to place an order and enter your information as usual. The transaction even goes through and seems to be fine, except that some code hacked into the website has copied your financial data to someone else.
The owners of the website may not even realize something is happening because they don’t pay close attention to their infrastructure. Make sure the websites you deal with are secure.
Phony tech support
Phony tech support is a form of social engineering. This scam may come as an email or a phone call, claiming that your computer has been compromised in some way and that you must call a number or visit a website to fix it.
From there, the scammer may install malware like keyboard capture software (or worse). On the phone, they may request remote access to your computer to help you. These scammers often claim to be from Microsoft or Apple as a way to establish legitimacy.
Ransomware
Ransomware is a kind of malicious software that is installed without your knowledge. This is usually from an email or fraudulent site, meaning it also uses phishing to imitate your bank or another institutional website. Someone calls or emails with a link that installs the ransomware on your machine. What makes ransomware different is what comes next.
The software locks certain kinds of information on your machines, like your saved documents, photos, and other files. You have to pay to unlock the data and get your files, although the FBI cautions against actually paying.
Scareware
Scareware is a form of manipulative scamming that threatens users by making them believe they need new software on their machines. One of the common forms is to tell users they need new antivirus software and to offer that software from a fraudulent source.
It’s often easy to tell these websites or emails apart from real ones: Look closely at the URLs or email addresses, which usually have strange spellings or other clues that signal you’re not dealing with legitimate companies.
Sextortion
Sextortion is an especially grim crime that targets minors, although it can also affect adults. Now that so many people meet romantic partners online, it’s common to exchange explicit photos. That’s also true of teenagers or even of younger children, who can find themselves in online relationships with people who ask for personal information and photos.
Once someone has this material, they can use it as a way to demand more and will threaten to share info or post photos publicly if their target refuses. Unlike the other crimes on this list, sextortion doesn’t always have financial goals.
Charity and disaster fraud
Crowdfunding and mutual aid are becoming more common as a way for people to share resources and help others pay for medical bills and other costs, or to donate following natural disasters. Unfortunately, this well-meaning way to help others in the community has also been targeted by scammers through charity and disaster fraud.
Scammers can make fake Twitter accounts to imitate people in need. They’ll even set up bots to make new accounts that look like your friend’s account to reply with Paypal links that redirect to the scammer. If you aren’t sure about the credibility of a group or crowdfunding page, it is always best to seek more information.
Work from home
This scam is simple and it’s a variation of an age-old, real-life scam. Think of those signs you see on street corners that say, “I make $16,000 a month working from home!” When you call, these people want you to buy training materials to become a real estate agent or something similar.
The same is true of many online ads that say you can work from home and make $500 a day or some other attractive amount. The best advice is also the oldest: If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.
This story originally appeared on Twingate and was produced and distributed in partnership with Stacker Studio.
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Nestle Toll House to roll out stuffed cookie dough
Published: Apr. 13, 2022 at 11:46 AM EDT|Updated: 17 minutes ago
(CNN) - Nestle Toll House is stuffing its cookie dough.
The iconic brand has been baking up some tasty new creations with its first-ever stuffed cookie dough.
You’ll have two flavors to choose from – chocolate chip cookie dough with fudge filling and double chocolate cookie dough with salted caramel filling.
The new dough delights are expected in the refrigerated aisle in July.
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The President makes short and long-term proposals to curb fluctuating gas prices
Gas companies say no single firm sets the price for a gallon of gas.
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - As gas prices fluctuate across the nation, the President has a plan to lower costs in both the long and short term. But, some oil and gas companies claim they need policy stability in Washington to feel confident to invest.
AAA pegs the national average for gas at $4.10. That’s down from one month ago when gas was $4.33. One year ago, the national gas average stood at $2.86.
“We’re coming off a pandemic that really scrambled supply and demand but what we’re seeing right now is Putin’s price hike on gasoline prices,” said Ali Zaidi, White House Deputy Climate Advisor.
The President is focused on increasing supply.
On Tuesday, he announced a plan to expand the sale of E15 gasoline, a 15% ethanol blend, this summer. The Environmental Protection Agency plans to issue the national emergency waiver to increase the fuel supplies. The White House claims E15 can save families 10 cents per gallon on average. It’s currently sold at 2,300 gas stations.
The president also announced a plan that includes a proposed fee on companies that lease federal land but are not producing from the wells. Companies that produce on the leased acres and existing wells would not face the higher fees.
Mike Sommers of the American Petroleum Institute said that fee sounds like an additional tax.
“It certainly would be the first case of someone increasing taxes and expecting more in return. In terms of development, we would have great concerns about an increased tax on American companies that are trying to produce American energy during this time of high oil and gas prices. We’re focused on making sure that there’s long term development here in the United States so that we can provide energy security not just for Americans, but for the world,” he said.
Sommer said, in the long-term, the Biden administration is pushing for a larger reliance on renewable energy and electric cars. However, he noted that idea competes with the notion that companies need to improve production.
“A number of members of Congress that are saying that oil and gas industry here in the United States isn’t producing enough while at the same time they’re saying that we should stop producing and make a faster transition to renewables. This is a huge concern, I think, that we have about what the world should be doing right now to advance oil and gas, because the world is going to continue to consume these products for decades and decades to come,” said Sommers.
Chairmen, CEOs, and presidents of oil and gas companies from bp America, Chevron, ExxonMobil, Devon Energy, Shell, and Pioneer Natural Resources Company testified via teleconference on Capitol Hill in April. They told the Energy and Commerce committee that increasing production on wells that are not currently in use requires more workers and equipment.
They said they are willing to increase production and invest in renewable energy. But, they said they need predictability and stability in the policy-making in Washington in order to feel confident to invest.
They also said they are not hoarding or price gouging gas.
“We know that today’s high prices at the pump are hurting Americans, the impact of high energy costs, underscores the importance of reliable and affordable energy supplies,” said Darren Woods of Exxon. He added, “no single company, sets the price of oil or gasoline, the market establishes the price based on the available supply and the demand for that supply.”
Meantime, the President has moved forward on a plan to increase supply by dipping into the Strategic Petroleum Reserve. In March, he announced the largest release in history, putting one million additional barrels on the market per day for the next six months. Zaidi calls the 6-month release a ‘bridge’ to give oil and gas companies the time needed to increase their production.
“That is just a dramatic exercise of the president’s authority in a way that we’ve never done before in the history of the United States. And, it is directly designed to counter the supply challenges that come from Putin’s war and aggression in Europe,” he said.
Zaidi said the president is also focused on new fuel economy standards, electric car production, and technology to weatherize and retrofit homes.
“The long-term play here, and it’s not a long-term play we start in the long term, it’s something we’ve got to get doing right now is to accelerate the adoption of zero emissions vehicles like electric cars and trucks. And, what we know is that if we do that, that means for the average family, 900 bucks per year that they would have spent on gasoline that they no longer have to. And for the economy, that means over a million barrels per day of oil that won’t need to be consumed or purchased from somewhere else,” said Zaidi.
Republicans held their own press conference in April to discuss gas prices. They raised concern over dipping into the national reserve. They also accuse the President of handcuffing oil and gas companies by not granting more permits and leases for pipelines and pumping on federal land. They say the president should focus on how more American oil and natural gas can be drilled and delivered.
Republicans want the President to once again start construction on the Keystone XL Pipeline. That pipeline was the subject of protest by several environmental groups.
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Homebuyers stymied by fewer homes, high prices, rising rates
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Shortly after moving to South Florida for a new job with the U.S. military, Shannon Kaufman and his wife, Wendy, signed up for a whole other mission: buying a home.
For months, they scoured listings, strategizing late into the night on which homes to target and working out how much they could afford, even if it meant using some of their retirement savings.
After visiting 200 listings and making offers on 15 homes that ultimately didn’t pan out, the Kaufmans finally found a home that fits at least some of their needs. They’ll be renting it, however.
“We found a place that’s smaller than we want, but it’ll work until we have something built or until the market cools off,” said Shannon Kaufman, 47.
America’s housing market has grown increasingly frenzied, and prices are out of reach for many buyers, especially first-timers. This spring, traditionally the busiest season for home sales, is more likely to deliver frustration and disappointment for aspiring homebuyers than it is homeownership.
The number of homes for sale nationally remains near record lows, fueling fierce competition among buyers vying for fewer homes. From Los Angeles to Raleigh, North Carolina, when a house does hit the market, it typically sells within days.
Bidding wars are common, often driving the sale price well above what the owner was asking. And would-be buyers planning to finance their purchase with a home loan are often losing out to investors and others able to buy a home with cash. A quarter of all homes sold in February were purchased with cash, up from 22% a year ago, according to the National Association of Realtors. Real estate investors accounted for 19% of transactions in February, up from 17% a year ago.
Nichol Khan, a project manager, and her husband Ed moved to Mesa, Arizona, from Phoenix two years ago to shorten their commute to work. Home prices in the Phoenix area have jumped 20% from a year ago to $500,000, according to Realtor.com.
“The prices just keep going up and up,” Khan said.
The couple has lost out on more than a dozen homes they bid on. Some of the homes ended up selling for less in cash than the couple had offered.
“We don’t have $500,000 in cash,” said Khan, 42. “We just could not be competitive with that.”
Fewer homes on the market and high prices have been the hallmark of the housing market for the past 10 years or so. Now, rising mortgage rates further complicate the homebuying equation. Higher rates could limit the pool of buyers and cool the rate of home price growth — good news for buyers. But higher rates also weaken their buying power.
The average rate on a 30-year home loan has climbed to around 4.7%. A year ago, average rates hovered just above 3%, according to mortgage buyer Freddie Mac. The increase follows a sharp move up in 10-year Treasury yields, reflecting expectations of higher interest rates overall as the Federal Reserve moves to hike short-term rates in order to combat surging inflation.
Would-be buyers who applied for a home loan in February faced a median monthly mortgage payment of $1,653, including principal and interest, an increase of 8.3% from a year ago, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.
“It’s hard to believe, but I do think it’s going to be tougher this year, in some respects, than it was in previous years,” said Danielle Hale, Realtor.com’s chief economist. “So far, at least, we have seen the number of homes for sale continue to decline and prices continue to rise. Those two factors combined suggest that the competitive market is going to keep buyers on their toes.”
Buyers should set their sights on homes that are listed well within what they can afford, experts say.
“You should be looking 15%-20% below their limit; that gives them room for appraisal gaps, it gives them room for negotiating,” said Tracy Hutton, a broker with Century 21 in Indianapolis.
Being well prepared sometimes isn’t enough when a homeowner prefers to accept an all-cash offer, rather than sell to a buyer with financing.
Wendy Kaufman in South Florida couldn’t even get into an open house for a property on the market after she revealed the couple had a mortgage backed by the Veterans Administration.
“When they saw I had a VA preapproval they said, ‘Sorry we don’t want to work with you.’” she said.
Sometimes, buyers don’t have a chance to make an offer before a home is snapped up, sight unseen.
In the Miami area, so-called “blind offers” have become common as a way to get around other buyers, said Rafael Corrales, a Redfin agent.
One reason is the ultra-low level of homes for sale, which for the greater Miami metropolitan area, was down 55% in February from a year ago, according to Realtor.com.
While every market is unique, there is one common hurdle across the U.S.: affordability. The median U.S. home price jumped 15% in February from a year earlier to $357,300, according to the National Association of Realtors.
The San Jose, California, metro area had 40% fewer homes for sale in February than a year ago, according to Realtor.com. Buyers there have to navigate some of the most expensive home prices in the nation. The median home listing price climbed 13.3% to about $1.36 million in February from a year earlier.
The market trends are a bit more welcoming for buyers in the Midwest, including the Indianapolis metropolitan area, where the number of homes for sale was down about 23% from a year ago. The median home price there stood at $287,000 in February, up 8.5% from a year earlier.
In Raleigh, home listings were down a whopping 55% in February from a year earlier. Competition for fewer homes helped push the median home price to $430,000, a 9% increase from February 2021.
Those trends made for a more competitive market for first-time buyers like Lisa Piercey and her husband, Alex Berardo. First-time buyers made up 29% of all homes sold nationally last month. That share has averaged 31% annually over the past 10 years.
The couple began looking in December for homes at $350,000 or below. They offered $5,000 over the asking price on two properties but lost out to rival bidders.
“That was all we could afford,” said Lisa Piercey, a 32-year old project manager. “It’s really defeating, really disappointing.”
In the end, the couple bought a townhome in a new construction community, though they see it as a stepping stone to a more spacious house with a big yard.
“Its big enough that we can still start our family and then move when the market hopefully dies down in a couple of years,” she said.
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Research led by Louisiana Public Health Institute and Children's National Hospital focuses on outcomes-based research, supported by the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute
MIAMI, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nicklaus Children's Hospital is partnering with institutions around the United States to study how gaps in health care affect the health and well-being of adults with congenital heart disease (CHD).
The research, which is supported by a $4.9 million award from the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI), will gather data on patients aged 18 years or older who have a CHD diagnosis, via the 14 participating research sites. The study draws on the vast health data resources of PCORnet®, the National Patient-Centered Clinical Research Institute, to conduct this study more efficiently. With health records for 66 million patients available for observational studies, the PCORI-funded PCORnet provides vast scale to power research on conditions affecting even small numbers of people.
This project leverages the first patient-powered registry for adults with CHD—the Congenital Heart Initiative (CHI). Patients who are recruited for this research will participate via enrollment in the registry, which will allow researchers to ask patients directly about health, wellness and any specific barriers to care. The effort is led by Children's National Hospital and Louisiana Public Health Institute.
"The long-term wellbeing of our patients is a top concern for all physicians who provide care for those born with congenital heart defects," said Dr. Ronald Kanter, Director of Electrophysiology at Nicklaus Children's. "It is our sincere hope that the study helps us gain understanding that will improve the care management for these individuals."
As identification, understanding and treatment of CHD have improved over the last few decades, the number of adults living with CHD now exceeds the number of children born with these various structural defects today, but little is known about long-term outcomes for these adults. The new research study will combine clinical data with patient-reported data to help guide health care providers in how best to care for the unique needs of this population throughout their lives.
PCORI is an independent, nonprofit organization authorized by Congress in 2010 to fund research that will provide patients, their caregivers and clinicians and other healthcare decision makers with the evidence-based information needed to make better-informed healthcare choices.
About Nicklaus Children's Hospital
Founded in 1950 by Variety Clubs International, Nicklaus Children's Hospital is South Florida's only licensed specialty hospital exclusively for children, with nearly 800 attending physicians, including more than 390 pediatric subspecialists. The 309-bed hospital, known as Miami Children's Hospital from 1983 through 2014, is renowned for excellence in all aspects of pediatric medicine with many specialty programs routinely ranked among the best in the nation by U.S. News & World Report since 2008. The hospital is also home to the largest pediatric teaching program in the southeastern United States and has been designated an American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Magnet facility, the nursing profession's most prestigious institutional honor. For more information, please visit www.nicklauschildrens.org
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305-663-8476
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- National scholarship awards $3,000 to 40 students living with cystic fibrosis (CF) for academic excellence, creativity and community involvement
- Top 40 scholarship recipients are also eligible to receive one of two $25,000 Thriving Student Scholarships, awarded to an undergraduate and a graduate student
- AbbVie CF Scholarship program awarded over $3.6 million in scholarships to CF students since 1993
NORTH CHICAGO, Ill., April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AbbVie today announced that the AbbVie Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Scholarship program is now accepting applications for the 2022-2023 academic school year. This year's program marks 30 years of honoring and supporting young adults with CF as they pursue their educational dreams. Eligible undergraduate and graduate students are invited to apply for the scholarship until May 25, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. U.S. Eastern Time by visiting www.AbbVieCFScholarship.com. Students can apply online or by downloading an application on the official scholarship website.
"The AbbVie CF Scholarship has changed my life by providing the means to pursue my academic goals," said Melissa W., 2021 Thriving Graduate Student. "I was honored to be recognized and have the chance to share my story with other students living with CF. A lot of people might not think they deserve recognition, but I'm proof to never underestimate yourself and reach for your dreams – great things can follow!"
AbbVie will award 40 students living with CF a $3,000 scholarship for use toward higher-education expenses during the 2022-2023 academic school year. Those 40 students will also be given the opportunity to compete for an additional $22,000 through one of two AbbVie CF Scholarship award categories: Thriving Undergraduate Student and Thriving Graduate Student.
The 2022 Thriving Undergraduate and Thriving Graduate Scholarship recipients will be announced by AbbVie in the fall. Both awards are granted based on a combination of exceptional academics and achievements, essays and creative presentations, as well as public votes.
"It has been a remarkable 30 years of celebrating the creativity, brilliance and determination of students living with CF. Year after year, we are inspired by their stories and ambition to leave a lasting impact on their communities while following pursuit of their dreams," said John Duffey, Vice President, U.S. Specialty, AbbVie. "We are committed to upholding this legacy with the same strength and passion shown to us every year by our CF Scholars."
The AbbVie CF Scholarship is part of the company's ongoing commitment to the CF community, which is comprised of more than 30,000 people in the United States. Today, more than half of the CF population are age 18 or older.1 For more information about the scholarship, please visit www.AbbVieCFScholarship.com.
About Cystic Fibrosis
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is an inherited chronic disease that affects the lungs, pancreas, and other organs of those living with this condition.1 In patients with CF, a thick, sticky mucus is produced in certain organs throughout the body, most commonly the lungs and digestive system. The mucus build-up in the lungs can cause difficulty breathing and may lead to life-threatening lung infections. In the pancreas, the thick mucus may prevent the release of digestive enzymes and proper food digestion, potentially leading to malabsorption and malnutrition.
About the AbbVie CF Scholarship
The AbbVie CF Scholarship was established 30 years ago in recognition of the financial burdens many families touched by CF face and to acknowledge the achievements of students with CF. Since its inception, the scholarship program has awarded over $3.6 million in scholarships to over 1,000 students. The AbbVie CF Scholarship is part of AbbVie's ongoing commitment to the CF community, which is comprised of more than 30,000 people in the United States. Today, more than half of the CF population are age 18 years or older.1
It is not necessary for scholarship applicants to have taken, currently take, or intend to take in the future, any medicine or product marketed by AbbVie, and this is not a consideration in the selection criteria. More information about the AbbVie CF Scholarship criteria and application can be found at www.AbbVieCFScholarship.com.
About AbbVie
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, virology, women's health and gastroenterology, in addition to products and services across its Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn or Instagram.
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- Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. About Cystic Fibrosis. https://www.cff.org/What-is-CF/About-Cystic-Fibrosis/. Accessed April 2022.
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Siemens' SIRIUS 3SK series safety relays are flexible, consistent, cost-effective, and user-friendly and help simplify the planning, commissioning and expansion of today's modern industrial plants.
FORT WORTH, Texas, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Allied Electronics & Automation supplies Siemens' SIRIUS 3SK safety relays, which deliver flexible, consistent, cost-effective and user-friendly solutions for a comprehensive range of autonomous safety applications, as well as simplify the planning, commissioning and expansion of today's modern industrial plants.
Siemens' SIRIUS 3SK safety relays have a compact, modular design with replaceable terminals for enhanced plant availability, yellow terminal covers that clearly identify the devices as safety components and sensor cables up to 2,000m long. They are designed for quick implementation and, without any programming, enable the fail-safe monitoring of mechanical and electronic sensor safety functions, sensor leads and shutdown circuit actuators, as well as their own functionality, and execute safety-related disconnections when dangers arise. SIRIUS 3SK safety relays can be used as both standalone and integrated solutions and are certified to the internationally recognized IEC 62061 and ISO 13849-1 standards, as well as compliant with the industry's highest safety requirements, SIL 3 and PL e. The series also supports extensive parameterization, enabling universal employment and outstanding system design flexibility with a lean portfolio of compact evaluation units that reduces device variance and eases device selection and inventory management. Ideal applications for the SIRIUS 3SK series safety relays include emergency stop functionality and protective door monitoring up to SIL 3 and PL e, light arrays, laser scanners, presses and punches.
SIRIUS 3SK series safety relays are available in 3SK1 and 3SK2 versions to meet a vast range of application requirements. SIRIUS 3SK1 safety relays are optimized for quick and easy implementation in simple autonomous safety applications that require detect, evaluate and react functionality and are not connected to a safety-related bus system. They are used to evaluate the sensors and the safety-related shutdown of hazards, as well as to monitor the sensors, actuators and safety-oriented functions of the safety relay. SIRIUS 3SK2 safety relays are optimized for more complex autonomous safety applications that require additional functionality, such as independent shutdown functions or the integration of higher-level control systems for diagnostics via fieldbus protocols like PROFIBUS and PROFINET. Both versions feature relay outputs that allow different voltages to be switched through their floating contacts and support currents up to 5A at 230VAC or 24VDC in addition to wear-free semiconductor outputs that are insensitive to dirt and vibration, exhibit good electrical endurance and are suitable for operation in frequently switching applications.
Siemens' SIRIUS 3SK1 Standard safety relays are characterized by their compact design, simple operation, relay and semiconductor outputs, wired connections, cost effectiveness and output expansions, which provide additional fail-safe, potential-free relay contacts for controlling actuators. They also feature DIP switches for parameterization, a wide voltage range and a special power supply unit designed for devices rated for 24VDC operation.
Siemens' SIRIUS 3SK1 Advanced safety relays are characterized by their time-delayed outputs, input expansions that negate the need for individual basic devices to be interconnected if more than one sensor is required and output expansions that provide additional fail-safe, potential-free relay contacts for controlling actuators, as well as their compatibility with device connectors and their universal application possibilities. They also feature DIP switches for parameterization, a wide voltage range and an optional power supply unit designed for devices rated for 24VDC operation.
Siemens' SIRIUS 3SK2 safety relays are characterized by their SIRIUS Safety ES (TIA Portal) software, which — when used in combination with an external diagnostics module — enables the quick, easy and extensive parameterization, commissioning and diagnostics of these safety relays, as well as the communication and visualization of device configuration, functionality and diagnostic data to ease troubleshooting and reduce plant downtimes. SIRIUS 3SK2 safety relays can also be integrated into the overall safety application for higher-level diagnostics and control capabilities via PROFINET or PROFIBUS and optionally available interface modules that can exchange information with the plant controller. SIRIUS 3SK2 safety relays are available with up to six independent, fail-safe shutdown functions and feature flexible configuration software, powerful semiconductor outputs and output expansions that provide additional fail-safe, potential-free relay contacts for controlling actuators. They also employ device connectors and support universal application possibilities and offer compatibility with Siemens' SIRIUS Sim simulation software, which allows users to quickly and easily create and test digital applications that behave just like real devices, create and test parameter settings for subsequent applications and load tested configurations directly onto real devices to reduce engineering time and costs.
"SIRIUS 3SK1 safety relays offer high-quality replacements for the largely discontinued SIRIUS 3TK28 safety relays," said Glenn Symonds, Product Manager at Siemens. "They have a narrower design, are equipped with greater functionality and can replace every SIRIUS 3TK28 device except 3TK2810 devices. These modular safety relays are extremely flexible, consistent and user-friendly and offer an excellent price-performance ratio. They're certified to internationally recognized safety standards and the industry's highest safety requirements, which enables universal employment in safety applications all around the world, and they're key to simplifying the planning, commissioning and expansion of autonomous safety applications including e-stops, protective doors, light arrays, laser scanners, presses and punches."
The SIRIUS 3SK series is also available with several additions. Siemens' 3ZY12 device connectors allow users to quickly construct safety functions involving several sensors and actuators. They reduce the amount of time required to configure and wire components, eliminate wiring errors and considerably reduce the amount of testing required for fully assembled applications, and they are designed for standard rail mounting, which enables flexible connectivity and quick and easy expansion. Siemens' force-guided 3RQ1 coupling relays can be used as output expansions for 3SK series safety relays up to SIL 2 and PL c and are compatible with both wired connections and device connectors. Siemens' SIRIUS 3SK1213 power output expansions allow different voltages to be switched through the floating contacts, employ power relay contacts that support switching at up to 10A at 230VAC and 6A at 24VDC, as well as a protective separation between safe outputs and electronics, and exhibit high mechanical and electrical endurance. Siemens' SIRIUS 3RM1 motor starters combine the benefits of semiconductor and relay technologies to simplify and ease collective assembly shutdowns. The device connectors in these fail-safe, hybrid motor starters shut down the control supply voltage for expansion components in emergency stop situations, eliminating the need for complex connection cables between the safety relays and the motor starters. Their semiconductors briefly conduct the inrush current for motorized load, which protects the relay contacts from arc exposure, mitigates wear and increases service life, while their relay contacts conduct uninterrupted current and generate less heat than semiconductors.
For more information about Siemens' SIRIUS 3SK safety relays, visit Siemens' 3SK safety relays product page. Siemens safety relays, as well as additional Siemens products, can be purchased on Alliedelec.com, through your local sales office or thorough an Allied sales rep at 866-433-5722. For technical product expertise, reach out to Allied's technical support team online or email them at TechnicalProductSupport@alliedelec.com.
About Siemens
Siemens Corporation is a subsidiary of Siemens AG, a technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to cleaner and more comfortable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, the company creates technology with purpose adding real value for customers. By combining the real and the digital worlds, Siemens empowers its customers to transform their industries and markets, helping them to transform the everyday for billions of people. Siemens also owns a majority stake in the publicly listed company Siemens Healthineers, a globally leading medical technology provider shaping the future of healthcare. In addition, Siemens holds a minority stake in Siemens Energy, a global leader in the transmission and generation of electrical power. Siemens has been supporting the industries and creating the infrastructure forming the backbone of America's economy for more than 160 years, with 40,000 employees, 17,000 suppliers, and customers in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. In fiscal 2020, Siemens Group USA generated revenue of nearly $20 billion.
About Allied Electronics & Automation
We are a part of Electrocomponents plc, an FTSE 100 global leader in the omni-channel distribution of products and services for industrial equipment and operations that also includes the RS Components, RS PRO, OKdo, DesignSpark, IESA, Synovos, Needlers and Liscombe brands. With sales offices across the Americas, a focus on digital customer experience and more than 3.5 million parts available for purchase online, engineers, designers, maintainers and purchasers trust Allied to provide a wide range of solutions across the entire product lifecycle. Connect with us at www.alliedelec.com or via social media on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
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Register for the World Standards Week Event on May 19, 2022
NEW YORK, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of its spring 2022 World Standards Week (WSW) series of events, the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) will host a Legal Issues Forum on the theme, Forensic Standards and Conformity Assessment. The forum will take place on May 19 at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center in Washington, DC. A virtual attendance option is also available. REGISTER HERE.
The Legal Issues Forum will address the unique interplay between forensic standards, conformity assessment, and the law. The event will kick off with a keynote address by Judge Pamela King, District Court Judge, Minnesota's 3rd Judicial District. The Hon. Pamela King is currently on the Board of Directors for the American Academy of Forensic Sciences and a member of the Academy Standards Board. She was previously a Commissioner on the National Commission on Forensic Sciences, Federal Advisory Commission.
Two panels will engage legal, forensic, and accreditation professionals, focused on two issues:
Panel One: How Performance Can Be Assessed Against Forensic Standards – The Lab Perspective
- This panel of forensic science experts will discuss how performance can be assessed against forensic standards from the lab perspective. The experts will explore both the history and current state of forensic standards as well as the real-world impact of accreditation on the field.
- Moderated by Dr. Mary McKiel, ANSI Board Vice Chair and Standards Consultant with the American Academy of Forensic Sciences – Academy Standards Board, panelists will include: Linda Jackson, Director, Virginia Department of Forensic Sciences; Scott Oulton, Associate Deputy Assistant Administrator, Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Office of Forensic Sciences; Brad Putnam, Senior Director of Accreditation, Forensics, ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB); and Peter Stout, President and CEO, Houston Forensic Science Center, LLC.
Panel Two: How This Plays Out in the Courtroom
- This panel of legal experts will address the role of forensic standards in the administration of justice, the forensic standards currently used in the courtroom, and the profound impact these standards (and the evidence to which they apply) can have on the outcome of cases in our judicial system.
- Moderated by Pamela Sale, Vice President, Forensics at ANAB, panelists will include: Sarah Chu, Senior Advisor on Forensic Science Policy, Innocence Project; Ted Hunt, Special Counsel - Science and Technology Branch, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI); Terri Rosenblatt, Chief of Post-Conviction Justice Unit, Manhattan District Attorney's Office; and Raymond Valerio, Assistant District Attorney and Director of Forensic Sciences, Office of the Queens County District Attorney.
The agenda and registration details are available at www.ansi.org/wsweek.
World Standards Week is an annual gathering that brings together ANSI members and private- and public-sector stakeholders from across the standards and conformity assessment communities to engage on priority issues and celebrate standardization achievements.
The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) is a private non-profit organization whose mission is to enhance both the global competitiveness of U.S. business and the U.S. quality of life by promoting and facilitating voluntary consensus standards and conformity assessment systems, and safeguarding their integrity. Its membership is comprised of businesses, professional societies and trade associations, standards developers, government agencies, and consumer and labor organizations.
The Institute represents and serves the diverse interests of more than 270,000 companies and organizations and 30 million professionals worldwide. ANSI is the official U.S. representative to the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and, via the U.S. National Committee, the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). For more information, visit www.ansi.org.
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New Facility Brings to the U.S. Critical Capabilities for the Design, Engineering and Testing of ApiJect's High Volume Manufacturing Process for Making Single-Dose, Prefilled Syringes.
STAMFORD, Conn., April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ApiJect Systems, Corp., a medical technology public-benefit corporation that will transform how injectable vaccines and medicines are filled, finished, and delivered, announced today the launch of the ApiJect Technology Development Center in greater Orlando, FL.
This new facility is devoted to working with pharmaceutical companies to design, engineer and test how to fill and finish their injectable drug products in a new type of scalable, single-dose prefilled injector that is made using the ApiJect Platform. By bringing together the high-speed, high-volume Blow-Fill-Seal (BFS) manufacturing process with attachable components, including Needle Hubs, the ApiJect Platform is designed to make it possible for more injectable medicines and vaccines to efficiently be filled and delivered to patients in a prefilled injection device. This facility provides capabilities to shorten supply chains and bring the development of critical injection device technologies back to the U.S.
With the public-private partnership support of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services – Office of the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response (ASPR), and the U.S. Department of Defense, the ApiJect Technology Development Center (the ApiJect Center, for short) brings to the U.S. critical capabilities for device design, engineering, testing, BFS mold development, and small-scale manufacturing of single-dose, prefilled injectors and other parenteral devices under one roof. The ApiJect Center also enables the fill-finish of smaller batch sizes for feasibility testing and device use testing, leading to commercial development.
ApiJect Chief Executive Officer Jay Walker commented: "The ApiJect Center is where the future of injection technology will be created. The Center adds a critical development capability that supports ApiJect's existing fill-finish lines at our manufacturing partner site in South Carolina, which currently has the capacity to produce up to 540 million single-dose prefilled injectors annually. Together, these facilities expand the domestic pharmaceutical supply chain and catalyze our ability here in the U.S. to respond to key public health issues such as syringe shortages, syringe safety, and the critical need for surge fill-finish capacity not only for this pandemic worldwide, but also for future pandemics and bio-emergencies."
Mr. Walker continued: "There has been much discussion in recent years, rightly focused in my judgment, about the need to shorten supply chains and have critical technology here in the U.S. Our partners in the U.S. Government have strongly emphasized this priority from the pandemic's very beginning. The ApiJect Center has been created to serve just such a purpose. Its current footprint of 16,000 sq. feet is just a start. Over the next year, the ApiJect Center will double in size. The current BFS machines will be supplemented by an additional two machines. The ApiJect Center, here in Central Florida, will be launchpad for the future of injectable device technology."
"Strengthening our nation's health supply chain and expanding domestic manufacturing capacity are key priorities for ASPR," said Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response Dawn O'Connell. "We are pleased to support ApiJect's efforts to develop new and innovative approaches to how injectable vaccines and medicines are filled, finished, and delivered so that the nation is prepared for future pandemics and health emergencies."
The ApiJect Technology Development Center is made possible in part thanks to $9.6 million in funding from the HHS Office of the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response. ASPR leads the federal government's health care and public health preparedness, response, and recovery efforts.
Bob Ward, President and CEO, Florida Council of 100, a not-for-profit organization of Presidents and CEOs, commented: "We are excited to welcome ApiJect as another great example of a medical technology company expanding the health innovation sector in Florida. ApiJect is exactly the kind of company that builds a strong economic future for our state and its citizens."
ApiJect completed the ApiJect Center's initial phase of design and construction within 9 months and on budget. When fully built out, The ApiJect Center will contain infrastructure for device prototyping and development through U.S. FDA Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) compliant commercial scale fill-finish and production.
The first potential device made on the ApiJect Platform is the Prefilled ApiJect Injector, a single-dose prefilled injector designed to efficiently deliver a 0.5mL dose into a patient with a simple squeeze of the BFS container by the health professional. This new type of prefilled syringe will be ApiJect's first product submitted for regulatory review and approval. The Prefilled ApiJect Injector and its manufacturing process include:
- An aseptically filled single-dose container, designed to enable efficient and intuitive injection administration.
- Pen needle-style hub (including a patented connector for BFS container interface and Needle Hub mounting).
- Innovations in temperature management to expand the range of medicines and vaccines suitable for BFS packaging.
The ApiJect Center's team includes BFS experts, device engineers, machinists, and scientists, each with years of field-related experience. The team will provide ApiJect with the capability to provide process and product proof-of-concept and small-scale manufacturing supporting commercial development. For a fuller description of Best-in-Class Services and the technology supporting them, please click the following link: https://apiject.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/70820_Data-Sheet-only_3.pdf.
About ApiJect Systems
ApiJect Systems, Corp. is a public-benefit medical technology company working to use our platform to bring more prefilled, single-dose injections to patients everywhere. The ApiJect Platform enables pharmaceutical and biotech companies to design scalable prefilled injectors and efficiently fill-finish them with their injectable drug products. This can be done either on one of their own ApiJect-licensed Blow-Fill-Seal packaging lines or at one of our world-class manufacturing partners.
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PLYMOUTH, Mich., April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Don Manvel, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of AVL Americas, is pleased to announce the recent appointment of Will Bonnici to Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of AVL Michigan Holding Corporation and its subsidiaries. AVL Michigan Holding Corporation is responsible for the operations of AVL List GmbH in the United States of America.
AVL List GmbH (AVL) is the world's largest independent company for development, simulation and testing in the automotive industry, and in other sectors. Drawing on its pioneering spirit, the company provides customer with the concepts, solutions, and methodologies to shape future mobility trends.
As CFO of AVL Michigan Holding Corporation, Will Bonnici will be responsible for the entire range of finance, accounting, tax and financial planning and analysis activities.
Prior to joining AVL, he worked for Horizon Global Corporation as the Senior Director of Operations Finance and Director of Financial Planning & Analysis. After ten years practicing public accounting, Will Bonnici has held various financial leadership roles including Vice President of Finance, Director and Controller roles at Vari-Form Group, Dura Automotive Systems and Global Automotive Systems. He is a Certified Public Accountant and holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree with a concentration in accounting from the University of Michigan – Dearborn.
"We are proud to welcome Will Bonnici to the AVL team," commented Manvel. "He brings a wealth of knowledge and more than 25 years of financial leadership experience."
About AVL
With more than 11,000 employees, AVL is the world's largest independent company for development, simulation and testing in the automotive industry, and in other sectors. Drawing on its pioneering spirit, AVL provides concepts, solutions, and methodologies to support customers in shaping their future mobility trends.
AVL creates innovative and affordable technologies to effectively reduce CO2 by applying a multi-energy carrier strategy for all customer applications—from hybrid to battery electric and fuel cell technologies. The company supports customers throughout the entire development process from the ideation phase to serial production. To accelerate the vision of smart and connected mobility, as well as advancing propulsion systems, AVL has established competencies in the fields of ADAS, autonomous driving, and digitalization.
AVL's passion is innovation. Together with an international network of experts that extends over 26 countries and with 45 Tech- and Engineering Centers worldwide, AVL drives sustainable mobility trends for a greener future.
AVL Michigan Holding Corporation is headquartered in Plymouth, MI, and has additional locations in Plymouth, Ann Arbor, MI, and Lake Forest, CA. Visit www.avl.com for more.
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Pete Zophy has been promoted to Senior Vice President of E-Commerce for the company.
BIRMINGHAM, Ala., April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Books-A-Million executive Pete Zophy has been promoted to Senior Vice President of E-Commerce for the company.
In his six years serving as the industry-leading book retailer's Vice President of E-Commerce, Zophy has driven exponential growth of the company's online division.
Zophy leverages more than 20 years of experience in the omnichannel retail environment as an expert in digital marketing, brand enhancement, database management, and online development.
"Pete's creative approach to online marketing and strategic planning have made him an invaluable asset to Books-A-Million, and I am delighted to recognize his significant contributions to our success," said CEO Terrance G. Finley.
ABOUT BOOKS-A-MILLION
Books-A-Million operates more than 200 stores in 32 states as well as its e-commerce site, Booksamillion.com. A leading retailer of books, toys, games, and collectibles since 1917, the company has grown to be the nation's second largest bookstore chain.
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Vida Boyd
Vice President, Human Resources
205.909.9267
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AUBURN HILLS, Mich., April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
- Chrysler unveils an alter-ego version of its all-electric Chrysler Airflow Concept at the 2022 New York International Auto Show
- Chrysler Airflow Graphite Concept embodies Chrysler's new contemporary, tech-forward design, showcasing a sleek, sophisticated Galaxy Black exterior body color paired with Cyprus Copper accents inside and out
- Combination of Galaxy Black exterior and Cyprus Copper features throughout the spacious interior, along the panoramic glass roof and on select surfaces of the 22-inch wheels work together to create a refined, sophisticated design
- Chrysler reinforces commitment to launch its first battery-electric vehicle (BEV) by 2025 and full battery-electric portfolio by 2028
- All-electric Chrysler Airflow Concept integrates leading-edge drive-system technology with intuitive AI and connected-vehicle technology that delivers up to 400-mile range and fast-charging functionality
- Airflow's seamlessly connected STLA SmartCockpit, powered by STLA Brain, enables an extension of digital, work and home environments, all in sync to create a personalized experience for every passenger
- Chrysler Airflow's STLA Brain platform is fully over-the-air (OTA) capable; designed to quickly deliver new and upgraded features and functions that enhance and improve the vehicle throughout the ownership experience
- The Chrysler Airflow includes STLA AutoDrive to deliver Level 3 autonomous driving capabilities, which will also be upgradable via OTA updates
Chrysler today unveiled a Graphite variation of its all-electric Airflow Concept at the 2022 New York International Auto Show.
The Chrysler Airflow Concept originally debuted at the 2022 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, but with the new Graphite, Chrysler offers a reimagined look at the brand's journey to a fully electric future.
The Chrysler Airflow Graphite Concept features a new Galaxy Black exterior and Cyprus Copper interior and exterior accents to bring out a sleek, refined new personality for the Airflow Concept's official global auto show debut.
Chrysler also announced in January at CES that the brand will launch its first battery-electric vehicle (BEV) by 2025 and offer an all-electric Chrysler vehicle lineup by 2028.
"The Chrysler Airflow Graphite Concept, the latest version of our all-electric concept, represents the many possibilities on our brand's road to an all-electric future," said Chris Feuell, Chrysler brand CEO - Stellantis. "This new persona of the Airflow highlights the flexibility of the Chrysler brand's future design direction and our ability to create personalities reflective of our diverse customers. As our brand evolves to offer a full battery-electric vehicle portfolio, we are completely rethinking and reinventing the customer experience. Project Ingenuity is an initiative in which we collaborate with customers on our future innovations and services, offering uniquely personalized and delightful customer experiences throughout the purchase, service and ownership journey."
Chrysler Airflow Graphite Concept
The early development of the Airflow included several potential design expressions for the all-electric concept, including the Chrysler Airflow Graphite Concept.
The Chrysler Airflow Graphite Concept features a Galaxy Black exterior body color, inspired by a sophisticated urban mindset that feels at home navigating amid big city skylines. The Galaxy Black hue also provides a vivid contrast to the Arctic White exterior previously shown on the Airflow Concept at CES.
The Galaxy Black exterior unites with Cyprus Copper accents both inside and out to imprint the latest Airflow iteration with its own refined, sophisticated design. Cyprus Copper accents highlight the top of the panoramic glass roof as well as select surfaces of the 22-inch wheels.
The Chrysler Airflow Graphite Concept interior is modern and spacious, integrating the lightness of Ice Grey and warmth of Cyprus Copper accents to achieve a rich interior feel. Evoking the appeal of a first-class lounge that delivers a comfortable space between home and work, the interior boasts premium features and finishes, using sustainable materials and a calming color palette, creating a greater feeling of spaciousness and comfort.
Visit the Chrysler newsroom to read the full release.
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Benefit Options Include Child and Pet Care, and Inpatient Specialty Care
WHITEHOUSE STATION, N.J., April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Chubb Workplace Benefits, a Chubb business that partners with benefits brokers, agents, and consultants to offer voluntary benefits to the employees of middle-market and large companies in the U.S., has launched a new hospital indemnity product, Hospital Cash. This product includes more than 40 optional benefits designed to provide coverage beyond what many traditional hospital indemnity products offer, providing employers greater flexibility to customize employee benefits.
Hospital indemnity products have seen a steep increase in popularity among employers as businesses seek to broaden their voluntary benefit packages to attract and retain top talent in a tough labor market. These benefits can be used to help employees fill critical gaps in traditional medical coverage, particularly with High Deductible Health Plans, for costs incurred due to hospitalization.
Hospital Cash offers options for:
- Inpatient Specialty Care for psychiatric illness and substance abuse.
- Newborn Nursery Care and Maternity Follow-Up Visits.
- Pet Care and Family Care (for children and aging parents) while an employee is in the hospital.
- In addition: Because even a short hospital stay can have financial impact, Hospital Cash features Chubb's Deductible Buffer plan design, offering a compressed benefit period to minimize financial exposure.
"As employers seek competitive value through investments in employee recruitment and retainment, it is important to ensure the availability of a robust benefits package that goes beyond the status quo," said Alex Faynberg, Chubb Workplace Benefits' Division President. "We're pleased to introduce an innovative solution that can help organizations better address overall well-being and provide even greater financial security for their employees."
Chubb Workplace Benefits is one of the nation's fastest-growing voluntary benefits worksite carriers over the last several years.
"We're proud to expand our product portfolio to include a broader range of customizable plan options for businesses and brokers," said Janet Buzil, Chubb Workplace Benefits' Senior Vice President of Product Innovation and Delivery. "Both employers and employees have diverse and complex benefits needs, particularly during uncertain times. Hospital Cash offers a more holistic approach to insurance protection in case of hospitalization."
Hospital Cash is a supplement to health insurance and is not a substitute for Major Medical or other minimal essential coverage. Hospital indemnity coverage provides a benefit for covered loss; neither the product name nor benefits payable are intended to provide reimbursement for medical expenses incurred by a covered person or to result in any payment in excess of loss.
About Chubb
Chubb is the world's largest publicly traded property and casualty insurance company. With operations in 54 countries and territories, Chubb provides commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, personal accident and supplemental health insurance, reinsurance and life insurance to a diverse group of clients. As an underwriting company, we assess, assume and manage risk with insight and discipline. We service and pay our claims fairly and promptly. The company is also defined by its extensive product and service offerings, broad distribution capabilities, exceptional financial strength and local operations globally. Parent company Chubb Limited is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: CB) and is a component of the S&P 500 index. Chubb maintains executive offices in Zurich, New York, London, Paris and other locations, and employs approximately 31,000 people worldwide.
Additional information can be found at: www.chubb.com.
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Circumference Group's Venture Studio to Oversee Investment, Arthur Orduña To Serve as Advisor
LITTLE ROCK, Ark., April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Circumference Group, a unique, operationally-focused investment firm led by former Endurance International CEO Jeff Fox, today announced the firm's Venture Studio, CG Ventures, has invested in Recurrent, a platform that generates reports on electric vehicle battery usage for prospective and current electric vehicle owners, as part of the startup's fundraising round.
The investment highlights CG Ventures' mission of identifying, developing and funding early-stage companies poised to benefit from Circumference Group's unique operational and strategic management expertise. As part of the investment, Arthur Orduña, Chief Innovation Officer of Circumference Group and Head of CG Ventures, will serve as an advisor to Recurrent with his background in commercial fleet innovation at Avis Budget Group.
"Our partnership with Recurrent is a prime example of our ongoing focus on investing in talented people building strong businesses" said Jeff Fox. "Through our investment, we will provide both capital and hands-on operational expertise to support Recurrent's long-term growth and strategic value creation in the emerging EV marketplace."
Founded in 2020, Recurrent currently services 8,000 active drivers across 50 states. The company seeks to provide valuable and transparent data surrounding electric vehicle usage and allows both current and prospective EV owners to generate various reports that detail overall EV battery health. By accessing this information, shoppers and owners can better monitor EV range and better determine when to purchase or sell an EV vehicle with confidence.
"The CG Ventures team is already leaning in with their technical and strategic expertise. This is exactly the kind of investors we love to work with" said Scott Case, CEO and co-founder of Recurrent.
Backed by Circumference Group's team of highly experienced C-suite operators, technologists and investors, alongside the team's global relationships and advisory roles, CG Ventures supports innovative and disruptive early stage companies as they scale their businesses in preparation for future funding and growth. For more information on CG Ventures please visit www.circumferencegroup.com/early-stage-cg-ventures/
Circumference Group is an investment firm designed to deliver superior risk-adjusted performance for its capital partners. The firm leverages the broad and deep operational experience of its team to thoroughly understand a target investment's current competitiveness and performance and the execution risks that may prevent it from reaching its performance potential. Circumference Group invests when its organizational insight, operational intelligence and strategic perspective identify pathways to significant value creation with mitigated risk.
Circumference Group was founded in 2009 by a team of veteran business operators and investors led by Jeff Fox, a proven executive who has served in multiple leadership roles including CEO of Endurance International Group, CEO of Convergys Corp. and COO of Alltel Wireless. For over a decade, Circumference Group has successfully invested in the public and private markets utilizing its Core Value Assessment (CVA), a proprietary framework that evaluates a company's growth and cash flow potential, as well as its organizational and operational strengths and weaknesses. The CVA underpins all of Circumference Group's investment strategies. For more information please visit www.CircumferenceGroup.com.
Recurrent was founded in 2020 to provide transparency and confidence in pre-owned electric cars. Through its comprehensive battery reports for EV owners, buyers and sellers, it aims to accelerate the overall adoption of electric vehicles.
For more information on Recurrent, visit https://www.recurrentauto.com/.
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Former Chicago White Sox manager and player Ozzie Guillen and his wife, Ibis, in December sold a two-bedroom condominium on the third floor of a Near West Side condo building for $410,000.
Now an in-studio analyst for NBC Sports Chicago, Guillen played for the Sox from 1985 until 1997 and then managed the team from 2004 until 2011, including leading the club to the 2005 World Series title.
Guillen and his wife now live in southwest suburban Homer Glen, where they paid $465,000 in 2020 for a house. The Guillens previously owned a house in the Northwest Side Bucktown neighborhood, where they lived from 2011 until 2020.
However, the couple also owned two multifamily units on the Near West Side. One was a three-bedroom town home, which they owned and lived in from 2003 until 2011, while the other was the condo unit that they just sold.
Located in a six-story brick building that was built in 2000, the two-bedroom condo unit that the Guillens just sold was a unit that they purchased in 2005 for $390,000. They had bought the unit for their children to live in, listing agent Emily Santos of @properties told Elite Street.
Located in an elevator building, the unit has two bathrooms, 11-foot ceilings, polished concrete floors throughout, an open kitchen, a primary en-suite bedroom with a walk-in closet, and a formal dining area. The couple first listed the condo in April 2021 for $445,000 and then cut their asking price to $435,000 in June and then to $415,000 in August before finding a buyer.
The unit had a $7,943 property tax bill in the 2020 tax year.
Goldsborough is a freelance writer.
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GÖTEBORG, Sweden, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Concordia Maritime's Annual Report for 2021 in Swedish is now available at www.concordiamaritime.com.
The full Annual Report, which also includes Concordia Maritime's Sustainability Report, is available to download as a PDF document. A summary web version of the Annual Report is also available to read on the Company's website.
The English translation of the Annual Report will be published in late April 2022. The Annual General Meeting will be held on 5 May 2022.
This information is information that Concordia Maritime Aktiebolag (publ) is obliged to make public pursuant to the Swedish Securities Market Act. The information was submitted for publication at 17.30 CEST on 13 April 2022.
For more information, please contact:
Martin Nerfeldt
CFO, Concordia Maritime AB
Tel: +45 88 938 661
Mob: +46 704 85 50 07
Email: martin.nerfeldt@concordiamaritime.com
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