The pandemic forced fashion to reflect on its speed, its waste — and other flaws. And while it got people talking more than ever before about too much product, delivered and marked down too soon, did anything really change? As 2020 draws to a close, the participants in a grassroots […]
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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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These Personalized Christmas Ornaments Make Great Gifts for Friends and Family
You know how you like to have your mug at work? Or, how you have your seat in the living room. Well, the same applies to Christmas ornaments these days, and as much you want yours, everyone else wants theirs, too. To make this happen and achieve total tree customization, […]
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Shawn Mendes says ‘In Wonder’ shower scene was a result of great trust with director
TORONTO — Canadian pop star Shawn Mendes says the much buzzed-about shower scene that opens his new Netflix documentary was a result of great trust between himself and the director. © Provided by The Canadian Press The singer-songwriter from Pickering, Ont., did a Q-and-A with director Grant Singer via video […]
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The Best Way to Make Brooks Brothers Great Again? Let Michael Bastian Be Michael Bastian.
Photo credit: Elaine Chung – Hearst Owned From Esquire In 2010, Gant debuted the inaugural collection from what would become a years-long partnership with the American designer Michael Bastian. It was a heady year for menswear—and #menswear, the extremely online movement fueled by a love of heritage, tailoring, and Tumblr—and […]
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Why AirPods Pro Are A Great Holiday Gift For iPhone Owners
AirPods Pro are already being used by many with an iOS phone and that’s not surprising considering they are perfect for anyone with an iPhone. Apple‘s AirPods Pro will make a great gift for any friends or family members that already use an iPhone. These are the best wireless earbuds […]
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How ‘The Great British Baking Show’ Overcame COVID-19, But Revealed the Franchise’s Unsavory Side
The temperature in the tent reached fever pitch this season, and it wasn’t just chocolate mirror glazes that melted in the heat. Every season of “Great British Baking Show” (or “The Great British Bake Off” to folks across the pond) has included controversial eliminations, baking disasters and emotional highs, but […]
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At $3,500, Is This 1984 Buick Skyhawk T-Type A Great Deal Or Just A Leftover Turkey?
Nice Price Or No DiceIs this used car a good deal? You decide! Black Friday may be touted as the day for deals, but because of the pandemic most shoppers are finding those deals online. Today’s Nice Price or No Dice Skyhawk is online and described as extremely rare. Could […]
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A great alternative to real-world car shopping
While we now have a sense of normalcy, going out of your houses should still be the least of priorities—after all, we can now order almost everything and even shop for cars online . As Kia Philippines now offers a virtual showroom on its website, this enjoyable, worry- and risk-free […]
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A season on the road: Triad football players go to great lengths | HSXtra | Greensboro High School Sports
East Forsyth’s Jacob Fletcher (left) and L.J. Whisnant played football this fall for Jireh Prep while living out of a hotel room in Charlotte. “It was kind of weird at first,” Whisnant said. “We didn’t know too many people and everybody was kind of quiet at the beginning. It was […]
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Like Overproved Bread, ‘Great British Bake Off’ Has Lost Some Of Its Form
Why ruin steamed buns by making them look like cheeseburgers? This sacrilege was one of many egregious moments on the Japanese Week episode of the latest season of “The Great British Bake Off” (known as “The Great British Baking Show” in the U.S., where it airs on Netflix). The bakers […]
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Disputes Between The Great Eros and Danielle Bernstein Continue
The battle between indie brand The Great Eros and Danielle Bernstein’s label WeWoreWhat is getting increasingly messy. The Brooklyn-based lingerie shop has filed a complaint in a central district of California court for copyright and trademark infringement against Bernstein, her brand and several retailers that have sold the designs. The […]
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Kevin Feige Wants James Gunn to Make a Great Suicide Squad Movie
James Gunn reveals that after he told Kevin Feige he’s doing The Suicide Squad, the MCU architect said he really wanted him to make a great film. Marvel Studios boss Kevin Feige wants James Gunn to make a great film in The Suicide Squad. In 2018, Gunn was briefly ousted […]
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Great British Bake Off branded ‘offensive’ by Japanese actress in row over ‘racist’ buns
Great British Bake Off’s race row over Japanese week has continued after a Japanese actress Naoko Mori waded into the debate over the show’s steamed buns. Social media was awash with fans in furore over the “mildly racist crossovers” between Japan and China on Great British Bake Off on Tuesday. […]
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A grand tour of great European bakes, from Viennese coffee cake to chocolate souffle
Deposed royal families, world wars, and communist occupation have all left their mark on the former Austro-Hungarian Empire, but there, in the middle of Europe, the culture of cake still reigns supreme. Citizens of Vienna and Budapest think no more of having their afternoon coffee and pastry (jause, which simply […]
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How to get great streaming services and keep your budget in check.
CLOSE Streaming services are experiencing large profits as the COVID-19 continues to force us to sit at home on the couch. (Photo: Getty Images) What’s the most expensive video streaming service? College. You might think otherwise looking at your credit card statements. Streaming entertainment services are experiencing unprecedented profits as the […]
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Great Ways to Earn Extra Cash in Retirement | Second Careers
Bringing in a few more dollars each month can make a difference, especially if you’re living on a fixed budget. Finding ways to earn extra cash in retirement often takes a bit of time and creativity. Here are some ideas to make money in retirement: RELATED CONTENT Assist the elderly. […]
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The Great Biscuit Fake Off: Homemade Chocolate Hobnobs
A store-bought chocolate Hobnob and a homemade Hobnot. Can you tell the difference? My teenage Anglophilia started with music—The Smiths, New Order, The Wedding Present—and quickly spread to sweets, particularly the Brits’ delightful array of candy and cookies, or biscuits. As I was about to order some sugary imports during […]
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28 Best Bedroom Benches: Great End of Bed Benches 2020 | The Strategist
Lauren Ro is interested in baby gear (she’s a new mom) and the ins-and-outs of decorating a home. Prior to the Strategist, she was a writer at Curbed, and before that was Wes Anderson’s assistant. Photo: Retailers If your bedroom has the space for it, a bedroom bench (also known […]
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These Sculpting Jeans Will Make Your Butt Look Great
There’s nothing like putting on a pair of amazing jeans that instantly transforms your look and boosts your confidence. But we know all too well that with so many styles, fits, and fabrics out there, finding the perfect pair of jeans that flatters your figure, contours your assets, and fits […]