Stressed? It’s Christmas– of course I’m stressed. Like so many others, I am trying to navigate the latest lockdown rules versus what’s safe for my family: I have parents who are both in their 90s, a partner who works in the NHS, and two adult sons who, despite being bah-humbugs, […]
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10 Famous Artists Refashion Dior’s Iconic Lady Dior Bag
If fine art can help further elevate the allure of luxury fashion, then Dior seems to be taking that concept to new heights. Recently, the French fashion house debuted not one but a slew of fresh versions of its famed Lady Dior handbag, designed by 10 cutting-edge contemporary artists. (Now […]
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Mississippi former Gov. Winter dies; pushed education reform
FILE – In this Feb. 19, 2013 file photo, former Gov. William Winter speaks at a symposium on the Future of Mississippi and the South on his 90th birthday, at the Old Capitol Museum in Jackson, Miss. The former governor, a Democrat who pushed to strengthen public education and improve […]
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50 amazing gifts that men actually want
50 awesome gifts men actually want this year — Recommendations are independently chosen by Reviewed’s editors. Purchases you make through our links may earn us a commission. Neckties, whiskey stones, another Amazon gift card—while “traditional” gifts for men are always a safe bet, this year, take your gift-giving up a […]
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3 Stocks to Profit From the Pet Economy
Small, continual changes often go unnoticed until they are too big to ignore. One such consequential shift in America has been the concept of the nuclear family, notably as it relates to parenthood. In 1950, the U.S. birth rate was approximately 24 children per 1,000 people, versus 12 children per […]
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8 tips for balancing career and family while working from home
Professional women are facing even more challenges during the pandemic, say well-being experts and authors Liz Koehler and Clare Davenport. At the University of Pennsylvania, they conducted research into the unique macro and micro transitions faced by women in their careers and their impact on overall job satisfaction and quality […]
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another great lost in 2020
The 305-metre radio telescope at the Arecibo Observatory in Puerto Rico survived decades of hurricanes, including Hurricane Maria in 2017, and earthquakes, including unusually strong ones in early January 2020. It also survived attempts by its owner, the US National Science Foundation, to reduce its funding. But in the early […]
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My son keeps stealing my flavored condoms.
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11 experts explain how our digital world is fueling polarization
Michael B. Thomas/Getty Images Tech companies built social media networks to connect us and search engines to give us better information about the world, yet Americans are becoming more divided than ever. The tech industry isn’t entirely to blame for polarization, but there are influential economic, psychological, technological, and political […]
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I’m A Scientist. I Can’t Even Get My Own Family And Friends To Follow COVID-19 Rules.
Like many of you, I’ve been having COVID-19 nightmares. The general theme is always the same. In my dream, I’m somehow exposed to the coronavirus, either because I’m put in a risky situation I can’t avoid, like being in a hospital, or because I’m around others who aren’t taking precautions. […]
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14 best log burners that will keep you cosy through winter
Make sure yours is ecodesign ready so it complies with new regulations coming in 2022 (Independent/iStockphoto) The humble log burner has been in for some bad press of late with research proving a link between older models and their impact on health and the environment. However, modern wood burners are […]
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A Covid-19 Surge and Conspiracy Theories Roil Pakistan
KARACHI, Pakistan — Iqbal Shaheen, a taxi driver, drove his sick father to this city’s three main hospitals. All of their intensive care beds and ventilators were occupied. Mr. Shaheen was told there might be room at a private hospital, for $625 a day, far above what his earnings of […]
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DPS announces temporary waiver for DL/ID expirations ending in April 2021
AUSTIN, TX (CW39) The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) today announced that the waiver on expiration dates for driver licenses (DLs) and identification cards (IDs) ends on April 14, 2021. Customers who need to renew are urged to make an appointment today. The waiver, granted by Governor Greg Abbott […]
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Take Your Kids on Vacation, At Home
So You Miss Actually Seeing Your Children’s Faces. Between distance learning and Zoom karate, kids have been heads-down on devices for months. But it’s easy to get them on the other side of the screen, said Carol Greenwald, director of children’s media for Boston public media producer G.B.H. “What does […]
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18 Last-Minute Gifts You Can Buy Online
18 Last-Minute Gifts You Can Buy Online Microsoft may earn an Affiliate Commission if you purchase something through recommended links in this article. E-Gift Cards One of the very best last-minute gifts, electronic gift cards […]
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Sponsored segment: | CW39 Houston
HOUSTON (CW39) Lifestyle expert, Megan Thomas Head joined us with some exciting holiday gifts to share with family and friends. Don’t miss out on these must have products for this coming holiday season. Weed Cellars www.WeedCellars.com I think it’s safe to say we’re all ready for 2020 to be over, […]
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Transform While Transacting M&A Deals – CMO Today.
× Ten foundational levers can help shape and guide an effective transformation effort during integration. An acquirer or seller entering into a significant M&A transaction has many decisions to make, ranging from what brands to keep to what systems to adopt. One of the most important considerations is how transformation […]
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GTA Online Players Discover Shocking Connection Between Cayo Perico Update and Red Dead Redemption 2
GTA Online players have discovered a shocking connection between the new Cayo Perico Update and Red Dead Redemption. Rockstar Games is famous for teasing and connecting its games. For example, in Red Dead Redemption 2, there are a few Bully easter eggs. Meanwhile, there’s mounting evidence GTA and Red Dead […]
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Samsung expands Texas chip plant in investment race with TSMC
SEOUL — Samsung Electronics will expand its semiconductor factory in Texas to make room for next-generation manufacturing equipment as it seeks to wrestle the title of the world’s biggest contract chipmaker away from Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. TSMC has already announced a plan to build a new plant in the state […]
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Amazon Gifts That Will Arrive By Christmas
Scrambling to grab last-minute gifts for the holidays? Make your way to Amazon as the online retailer is still stocked with great gifts that will arrive in time for Christmas Day. Their gift guide section makes it incredibly easy to shop for all kinds of gifts at every price point […]