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Tejada scores 18, Towson beats Bryant 70-65Police arrested a “strong person of interest” Monday in the brazen Manhattan killing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO after a quick-thinking McDonald’s employee in Pennsylvania alerted authorities to a customer who was found with a weapon and writings linking him to the ambush. The 26-year-old man had a gun believed to be the one used in the killing and writings suggesting his anger with corporate America, police officials said. He was taken into custody after police got a tip that he was eating at a McDonald’s in Altoona, Pennsylvania, NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch said at a news conference. Police identified the suspect as Luigi Mangione. Mangione was born and raised in Maryland, has ties to San Francisco, and his last known address is in Honolulu, Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny said at a news briefing. Here's the latest: When an officer asked Mangione if he’d been to New York recently, he “became quiet and started to shake,” the court documents say. A police criminal complaint charged him with forgery, carrying firearms without a license, tampering with records or identification, possessing an instrument of crime and providing false identification to law enforcement. Video posted on the social platform X shows a handcuffed Mangione arriving at the Blair County Courthouse in Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania. For example, it took about 10 months to extradite a man charged with stabbing two workers at the Museum of Modern Art in 2022. The suspect, Gary Cabana, was also arrested in Pennsylvania, where he was charged with setting his Philadelphia hotel room on fire. Cabana was sent back to New York after he pleaded guilty to an arson charge in Pennsylvania. Manhattan prosecutors could seek to expedite the process by indicting Mangione for Thompson’s killing while he’s still in custody of Pennsylvania authorities. They could then obtain what’s known as a supreme court warrant or fugitive warrant to get him back to New York. Freddie Leatherbury hasn’t spoken to Mangione since they graduated in 2016 from Gilman School in Maryland. He said Mangione was a smart, friendly and athletic student who came from a wealthy family, even by the private school’s standards. “Quite honestly, he had everything going for him,” Leatherbury said. Leatherbury said he was stunned when a friend shared the news of their former classmate’s arrest. “He does not seem like the kind of guy to do this based on everything I’d known about him in high school,” Leatherbury said. One of his cousins is Republican Maryland state legislator Nino Mangione, a spokesperson for the delegate’s office confirmed Monday. Luigi Mangione is one of 37 grandchildren of Nick Mangione Sr., according to a 2008 obituary. Mangione Sr. grew up poor in Baltimore’s Little Italy and rose after his World War II naval service to become a millionaire real estate developer and philanthropist, according to a 1995 profile by the Baltimore Sun. He and his wife Mary Cuba Mangione, who died in 2023, directed their philanthropy through the Mangione Family Foundation, according to a statement from Loyola University commemorating her death. They donated to a variety of causes, ranging from Catholic organizations to higher education to the arts. A man who answered the door to the office of the Mangione Family Foundation declined to comment Monday evening. Mangione Sr. was known for Turf Valley Resort, a sprawling luxury retreat and conference center outside Baltimore that he purchased in 1978. The father of 10 children, Nick Mangione Sr. prepared his five sons — including Luigi Mangione’s father, Louis Mangione — to help manage the family business, according to a 2003 Washington Post report. The Mangione family also purchased Hayfields Country Club north of Baltimore in 1986. On Monday afternoon, Baltimore County police officers had blocked off an entrance to the property, which public records link to Luigi Mangione’s parents. A swarm of reporters and photographers gathered outside the entrance. “Our hope is that today’s apprehension brings some relief to Brian’s family, friends, colleagues and the many others affected by this unspeakable tragedy,” a spokesperson for UnitedHealth Group said Monday. “We thank law enforcement and will continue to work with them on this investigation. We ask that everyone respect the family’s privacy as they mourn.” In an email to parents and alumni, Gilman headmaster Henry P.A. Smyth said it “recently” learned that Mangione, a 2016 graduate, was arrested in the CEO’s killing. “We do not have any information other than what is being reported in the news,” Smyth wrote. “This is deeply distressing news on top of an already awful situation. Our hearts go out to everyone affected.” Mangione, a high school valedictorian from a Maryland prep school, earned undergraduate and graduate degrees in computer science in 2020 from the University of Pennsylvania, a spokesman told The Associated Press on Monday. He had learned to code in high school and helped start a club at Penn for people interested in gaming and game design, according to a 2018 story in Penn Today, a campus publication. His posts also suggest that he belonged to the fraternity Phi Kappa Psi. They also show him taking part in a 2019 program at Stanford University, and in photos with family and friends in Hawaii, San Diego, Puerto Rico, the New Jersey shore and other destinations. Police said the suspect arrested Monday had a ghost gun , a type of weapon that can be assembled at home from parts without a serial number, making them difficult to trace. The critical component in building an untraceable gun is what’s known as the lower receiver. Some are sold in do-it-yourself kits and the receivers are typically made from metal or polymer. Altoona police say officers were dispatched to a McDonald’s on Monday morning in response to reports of a male matching the description of the man wanted in connection with the United Healthcare CEO’s killing in New York City. In a news release, police say officers made contact with the man, who was then arrested on unrelated charges. The Altoona Police Department says it’s cooperating with local, state, and federal agencies. “This just happened this morning. We’ll be working, backtracking his steps from New York to Altoona, Pennsylvania,” Kenny said. “And at some point we’ll work out through extradition to bring him back to New York to face charges here, working with the Manhattan district attorney’s office,” NYPD Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny said. “As of right now, the information we’re getting from Altoona is that the gun appears to be a ghost gun that may have been made on a 3D printer, capable of firing a 9 mm round,” NYPD Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny said at a news briefing. The document suggested the suspect had “ill will toward corporate America,” police added. Mangione, 26, was born and raised in Maryland, has ties to San Francisco, and his last known address in Honolulu, Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny said at a news briefing. Police have arrested a 26-year-old with a weapon “consistent with” the gun used in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson , New York City’s police commissioner says. Thompson , 50, died in a dawn ambush Wednesday as he walked to the company’s annual investor conference at Manhattan hotel. Thompson had traveled from Minnesota for the event. A man being questioned Monday in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson had writings that appeared to be critical of the health insurance industry, a law enforcement official told The Associated Press. The man also had a gun thought to be similar to the one used in the killing, the official said. Police apprehended the man after receiving a tip that he had been spotted at a McDonald’s near Altoona, Pennsylvania, about 233 miles (375 kilometers) west of New York City, said the official, who wasn’t authorized to discuss details of the investigation and spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity. Along with the gun, police found a silencer and fake IDs, according to the official. — Michael R. Sisak That’s also according to the law enforcement official. — Michael R. Sisak That’s according to a law enforcement official. — Michael R. Sisak New York City Mayor Eric Adams is expected to address this development at a previously scheduled afternoon news briefing in Manhattan. While still looking to identify the suspect, the FBI has offered a $50,000 reward for information leading to his arrest and conviction. That’s on top of a $10,000 reward offered by the NYPD. That included footage of the attack, as well as images of someone at a Starbucks beforehand. Photos taken in the lobby of a hostel on Manhattan’s Upper West Side showed the person grinning after removing his mask, police said. NYPD dogs and divers returned to New York’s Central Park today while the dragnet for Thompson’s killer stretched into a sixth day. Investigators have been combing the park since the Wednesday shooting and searching at least one of its ponds for three days, looking for evidence that may have been thrown into it. Police say the shooter used a 9 mm pistol that resembled the guns farmers use to put down animals without causing a loud noise. Police said they had not yet found the gun itself. Ammunition found near Thompson’s body bore the words “delay,” “deny” and “depose,” mimicking a phrase used by insurance industry critics . A man with a gun thought to be similar to the one used in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was taken into police custody Monday for questioning in Pennsylvania, a law enforcement official told The Associated Press. The man is being held in the area of Altoona, Pennsylvania, about 233 miles (375 kilometers) west of New York City, the official said. The official was not authorized to discuss details of the ongoing investigation and spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity. The development came as dogs and divers returned Monday to New York’s Central Park while the dragnet for Thompson’s killer stretched into a sixth day. — Michael R. 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After two months since going on a labor strike, the union representing mental health workers and Kaiser Permanente will return to the bargaining table on Jan. 9, officials announced Monday. Nearly 2,400 Kaiser mental health therapists, social workers, psychiatric nurses and psychologists — represented by National Union of Healthcare Workers — began their strike on Oct. 21 and held their last negotiating session two days later. Due to mounting political pressure from state elected leaders within recent weeks, Kaiser is ready to renegotiate, union officials said during an online media briefing. “Kaiser is creating a patient care crisis by keeping patients away from their therapists, and there is still no sign that it sees any urgency in reaching a fair agreement to end the strike,” Sal Rosselli, president emeritus of the union, said. “It’s deeply troubling that Kaiser still seems intent on slow-walking negotiations when it has never been clearer that patients are suffering from Kaiser’s refusal to bargain in good faith,” he added. According to the union, the key issues remain Kaiser’s “unwillingness” to provides its mental health professionals in Southern California the “same amount of time for critical patient care duties that can’t be done during appoints as their counterparts in Northern California — as well as the same wage levels and retirement benefits as comparable workers throughout the Kaiser system.” In a statement, the company called the strike “unnecessary” and maintained patients are receiving timely access to mental health care and services through an “extensive, high-quality” network of 13,000 therapists across SoCal. Kaiser noted more than 45% of its therapists have returned to work and are caring for patients and members. “NUHW continues to demand that we settle a contract agreement so therapists would spend almost 50% of their time in non-patient care,” Kaiser said in its statement. “This is not logical and would result in 15,000 clinical appointments per month not being staffed.” The company argued that the union’s demand would result in its members receiving more than 40% above their peers in the market — describing it as “not logical.” Employees already earn at market or up to 10% above the market rate, according to Kaiser. Therapists are paid at 18% above the market, and the company is offering more. We have launched our year-end campaign. Our goal: Raise $50,000 by Dec. 31. Help us get there. Times of San Diego is devoted to producing timely, comprehensive news about San Diego County. Your donation helps keep our work free-to-read, funds reporters who cover local issues and allows us to write stories that hold public officials accountable. Join the growing list of donors investing in our community's long-term future. The company also refuted a claim made by the union that therapists do not receive a pension. Kaiser Permanente said they offer a pension plan in which they match up to 9% almost double the national average. A majority of state senators and assembly members have signed letters urging Kaiser CEO Greg Adams to settle negotiations. California Treasurer Fiona Ma and State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond have sent similar letters. Kaiser said it appreciates that “they have asked both sides to reconvene and seek a solution.” “We have been deeply disappointed by the union’s lack of engagement in bargaining to this point,” Kaiser said in its statement. “We are pleased that they have agreed to return to the bargaining table on Jan. 9.” “We hope that NUHW is returning to the bargaining table with a sincere interest in reaching an agreement that is good for our therapists and members,” the statement continued. According to the union, there will be no picket lines on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. Other than those days, picket lines will continue as scheduled weekdays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be a lunchtime rally with community and elected leaders at all strike locations including San Diego County. A full list of picket line locations is available here . 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The rapid advancement and adoption of generative artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the field of communications. AI-powered tools can now generate convincing text, images, audio and video from textual prompts. While generative AI is powerful, useful and convenient , it introduces significant risks, such as misinformation, bias and privacy. Generative AI has already been the cause of some serious communications issues. AI image generators have been used during political campaigns to create fake photos aimed at confusing voters and embarrassing opponents. AI chatbots have provided inaccurate information to customers and damaged organizations’ reputations. Deep-fake videos of public figures making inflammatory statements or endorsing stocks have gone viral. As well, AI-generated social media profiles have been used in disinformation campaigns . The rapid pace of AI development presents a challenge. For example, the increasing realism of AI-generated images has improved dramatically , making deterring deepfakes much harder. Without clear policies for AI in place, organizations run the risk of producing misleading communication that may erode public trust, and the potential misuse of personal data on an unprecedented scale. Establishing AI guidelines and regulation In Canada, several initiatives have been underway to develop AI regulation to varying reception. The federal government introduced controversial legislation in 2022 that, if passed, will outline ways to regulate AI and protect data privacy. The legislation’s Artificial Intelligence and Data Act (AIDA), in particular, has been the subject of strong criticism from a group of 60 organizations, including the Assembly of First Nations (AFN), the Canadian Chamber of Commerce and the Canadian Civil Liberties Union , which have asked for it to be withdrawn and rewritten after more extensive consultation. Recently, in November 2024, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) announced the creation of the Canadian Artificial Intelligence Safety Institute (CAISI). CAISI aims to “support the safe and responsible development and deployment of artificial intelligence” by collaborating with other countries to establish standards and expectations. CAISI’s development allows Canada to join the United States and other countries that have established similar institutes that will hopefully work collaboratively to establish multilateral standards for AI that encourage responsible development while promoting innovation. The Montreal AI Ethics Institute offers resources like a newsletter, a blog and an interactive AI Ethics Living Dictionary . The University of Toronto’s Swartz Reisman Institute for Technology and Society and the University of Guelph’s CARE-AI are examples of universities building academic forums for investigating ethical AI. In the private sector, Telus is the first Canadian telecommunications company to publicly commit to AI transparency and responsibility. Telus’s Responsible AI unit recently published its 2024 AI Report that discusses the company’s commitment to responsible AI through customer and community engagement. Read more: Bletchley declaration: international agreement on AI safety is a good start, but ordinary people need a say – not just elites In November 2023, Canada was among 29 nations to sign the Bletchley AI Declaration following the First International AI Safety Summit. The goal of the declaration was to find agreement about how to assess and mitigate AI risk in the private sector. More recently, the governments of Ontario and Québec have introduced legislation on the use and development of AI tools and systems in the public sector. Looking forward, in January 2025, the European Union’s AI Act will come into force — dubbed “the world’s first comprehensive AI law.” Turning frameworks into action As generative AI use becomes more widespread, the communications industry — including public relations, marketing, digital and social media and public affairs — must develop clear guidelines for generative AI use. While progress has been made by governments, universities and industries, more work is needed to turn these frameworks into actionable guidelines that can be adopted by Canada’s communications, media and marketing sectors. Industry groups like the Canadian Public Relations Society, the International Association of Business Communicators and the Canadian Marketing Association should develop standards and training programs that respond to the needs of public relations, marketing and digital media professionals. The Canadian Public Relations Society is making strides in this direction, partnering with the Chartered Institute for Public Relations, a professional body for public relations practitioners in the United Kingdom. Together, the two professional associations created the AI in PR Panel , which has produced practical guides for communicators who want to use generative AI responsibly. Establishing standards for AI To maximize the benefits of generative AI while limiting its downsides, the communications field needs to adopt professional standards and best practices. The past two years of generative AI use have seen several areas of concern emerge, which should be considered when developing guidelines. Transparency and disclosure. AI-generated content should be labelled. How and when generative AI is used should be disclosed. AI agents should not be presented as humans to the public. Accuracy and fact-checking. Professional communicators should uphold the journalistic standard of accuracy by fact-checking AI outputs and correcting errors. Communicators should not use AI to create or spread disinformation or misleading content. Fairness. AI systems should be regularly checked for bias to make sure they are respectful of the organization’s audiences along variables such as race, gender, age and geographic location, among others. To reduce bias, organizations should ensure that the datasets used to train their generative AI systems are accurately representative of audiences and users . Privacy and consent. Users’ privacy rights should be respected. Data protection laws should be followed. . Personal data should not be used for training AI systems without users’ expressed consent. Individuals should be allowed to opt out of receiving automated communication and having their data collected. Accountability and oversight. AI decisions should always be subject to human oversight. 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A set of two rechargeable emergency LED bulbs can function like regular ole light bulbs and then when a big storm hits and your power goes out, they'll stay lit for 3–4 hours. Promising review: "These little guys are so bright!! Got these on a whim after seeing it on a TikTok. These are super bright and charge when the light is turned on. These are worth the price." — Reid524 Get a two-pack from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in two colors and a four-pack). 12. Londontown Illuminating Nail Concealer that'll give you a no-mani mani that you can quickly brush on before an event. Or just on the reg for next-to-no effort. Check it out on TikTok . Promising review: "I’m a girl who works outside and I don’t mean I have a cute little herb garden. I live in the woods and am constantly hauling limbs that have fallen and processing them into firewood. I’m using power tools. I’m legit IN the dirt, filthy by the end of the day, and I can’t believe I’m saying this, but somehow, this polish lasted an entire WEEK of that abuse. I did use a base coat first, just FYI. But this stuff is AMAZING. It’s the perfect mani for gals who need a mani but don’t really want one, ya know? I can slap this on, work all day, scrub my manicured hands with a nail brush, and head out for cocktails, looking like I still live in LA. Great work, Londontown. 100 stars!!! " — Jessica Mayer Get it from Amazon for $19+ (available in five colors). 13. A set of toss-and-chop salad tongs , or "salad scissors," that'll help break your $16-salad habit from that place down the street. This chopping tool (that costs less than two of those salads, btw) will bring a little bit of action to food-prep while helping convince yourself that your homemade salads are delish. Check out a TikTok of the salad scissors in action. Promising review : "These are sturdy and easy to clean. I use it for salads, veggies, and even to make chicken salad, as the food processor breaks the chicken down way too much. I looked for these when I saw them at a Pampered Chef party, but I didn't want to pay the price . These are sturdy, and lock closed when not in use. Would buy again." — Just Me Get it from Amazon for $21.99 . 14. A Book Nook for those of us who are always in the middle of a book and have to keep it SOMEWHERE. This handy lil' dock fits on your nightstand and will hold your spot, your glasses, a coffee mug, and even a phone. So really, the essentials. This is an ~Uncommon Goods original~ and you can see more on their TikTok ! Promising review : "When I saw this Book Nook, I was thrilled. I bought it for myself and it's perfect. Not only can you use the round spot for a cup of tea or coffee, I put my candle on there. If you don't wear glasses, your remote might fit perfectly in that spot. There is a little triangular nook for your phone. But the best thing is that you can save your spot in your book. My books are always tossed around and I can't find my bookmarks. I'm going to buy one of these for all the rooms where I read. This makes an excellent gift." — MJ Get it from Uncommon Goods for $50 . 15. A pack of clinical-strength SweatBlock wipes could come in handy for hyperhidrosis, nervous sweating, and hormonal sweating any time of the year. But if summer really makes all that rear its ugly head, it's worth a try. You can apply it to your pits for bed and it's made to work for up to seven days. Psst — you should definitely "patch test" this on a small area of skin before putting it on to ensure you don't have any reaction! Promising review: "So happy I saw this on TikTok! I was skeptical about the product because I am a very heavy sweater. There has been no deodorant that has helped this problem, but these Sweat Block wipes have literally been the best thing I've found that has made the quality of my life so much better!" — Amazon Customer Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $19.99 (each box lasts two months). 16. A portable handheld fan that's also a power bank *and* flashlight. So you'll be sure to find all sorts of uses for it. Check out a TikTok of the portable fan in action. Promising review: "This fan works so well, keeps me cool when I’m on the beach or sitting outside in the sun. The battery life is amazing but it takes a while to charge up." — Amanda Clerk Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in four colors). 17. Some sheet fasteners if that fitted sheet won't stay put on your mattress, and you end up in a sheet burrito. These are exactly how they sound, so no matter how much you toss and turn, your fitted sheet comes loose in the middle of the night. See them on TikTok here . Promising review: "I love these! Since I started using them my sheets haven’t popped off once and that used to be a several-times-a-night problem because I toss and turn when I sleep. Thank you, TikTok! " — Gabby Get a set of four from Amazon for $8.99 (available in three colors). 18. A slide-away storage bag will help you clean up your kids' mess SO much faster because you can toss it all onto this mat and then slide it into the attached bag. Now (hopefully) you won't step on a Lego brick at 3 a.m. on the way to the bathroom. Again. Watch one parent's demo on TikTok . Promising review: "I love everything about this item. This is my second one. We use one for Lego Duplos and the other I got for our massive Fisher-Price Little People collection. It's expensive but worth every penny! If you have to scoop small toys into a bin daily...do it. It works exactly as it says and makes cleanup of small items a breeze." — R. Stratton Get it from Amazon for $53.99 (available in four colors). 19. A "Magic Tap" automatic drink dispenser so kids can help themselves to some OJ without them trying to pull the whole container out of the fridge (which has def spelled disaster in the past). It's battery-operated and spillproof! Check out a TikTok of the drink dispenser in action. Promising review: "Super happy with this purchase. Our two little ones (5- and 3-years-old) can now easily fill their own drinks. We also purchased a dual cereal dispenser from Amazon, so now the kids can get their own breakfast cereal with milk!" — April M. Ramos Get it from Amazon for $17.49 (available in four colors and in multipacks). 20. A set of Snug Plugs if your hair dryer plug keeps falling out of the bathroom outlet and you're starting to wonder if you need to pay for an electrician to get involved. These little contraptions make a snug fit between outlets and plugs to keep 'em where you want. Snug Plugs is a small business that specializes in home improvement products. I had THIS very problem (as a renter) in the top socket in my sole bathroom outlet and one of these little things was a perfect, cheap fix! Promising review: "I saw Snug Plug on TikTok and immediately ordered them. I have outlets at home AND at work that I couldn't keep anything plugged into because they're so loose. Snug Plug quickly and easily solved that problem and now I can finally have a phone charger in my den. Yay! I highly recommend this product." — KSay Get a pack of 10 from Amazon for $10.99 . 21. A fast-acting, refillable plug-in fly trap will cover up to 400 square feet of space to help lure in with a guiding light and ensnare those annoying little bugs that keep flying around you while you're cooking...and then when you're just trying to enjoy your home-cooked meal. It works on fruit flies, moths, gnats, and regular flies. Check out a TikTok of the plug-in fly trap in action. Promising review: "I can’t say enough wonderful things about these handy little bug catchers! They are simple to use, cheap to refill, and catch a ton of small bugs and flies. I have eight of them now, all around my house! It’s a little gross how many tiny flying insects are around...but it makes me feel a lot better now that I have these!" — Chris H. Get a two-pack from Amazon for $14.62 . 22. Eos' Shea Butter Vanilla Cashmere body lotion with an intoxicating scent and formula that'll soak in and keep you hydrated. Promising reviews: "Heaven sent for your skin; heavenly scent to enjoy. This feels absolutely amazing going on. Gets absorbed quickly for a lotion rich with oil. Doesn't leave a greasy feeling, as long as you give it a minute or two to fully absorb. The scent is, for me anyway, like aromatherapy. It smells like an iced sugar cookie, and is a great base layer for fragrance. Very relaxing. " — Dragonheart Jo "Better than TikTok said! OMRyan Gosling, this is an amazing lotion!!! Run, don’t walk, and buy this lotion! The name is vanilla cashmere and that is exactly what this is! Love love love!" — DeeDra Billings Get it from Amazon for $8.98 (available in various scents and in multipacks). 23. A set of legging organizing hangers where you can tell the differences between all your black leggings, like the number of pockets or waist height. It's hard to tell when they're folded up in a drawer! Each hanger holds 10 pairs of leggings. Check out a TikTok of the legging organizer hanger in action! Promising review: "Yes...I have too many clothes. I LOVE my leggings. These saved me soooo much room! Now I have much more space, AND I can see them all easier." — Larry Seymour Get a two-pack from Amazon for $12.47 (available in blue or gray and in packs of four, or individually). 24. A twist-front tube top as the perfect little top with a pair of high-waisted shorts for your tropical holiday vacation. Promising review: "I wore this on vacation, and it did not disappoint! It wasn’t pulling down or falling. I wasn’t constantly pulling it up. Literally perfect! Would buy in another color for sure!" — Jessica Lafollett "I saw so many videos of this on TikTok!! It did not disappoint. It’s super cute for this summer! It’s a must-have!!!!!! I’m wearing a large, and it has an amazing fit." — Tania Zabala Get it from Amazon for $18.99 (available in sizes XS–L and 17 colors). 25. Anua heartleaf pore-clearing cleansing oil will work for all skin types to prevent your pores from clogging while it goes to work to help get rid of blackheads, makeup, and sebum. There are MANY fans in the reviews, including some who say they can SEE the debris coming out of their faces. Oh! Anddd reviewers say they use this as a step in their double cleansing routine. What the heck is that, you may ask? Well, double cleansing is a method of cleansing your face twice — first with an oil-based cleanser, and then again with a water-based cleanser to help get all the gross stuff out of your pores. Promising review: "This is my first time ordering an oil-based cleanser and I’m so glad I purchased this one. I originally saw this product on TikTok and wanted to see what the hype was all about. After using the cleanser on my dry face for 2–3 minutes, I could see my white- and blackheads on my fingers. I was a little hesitant to try oil cleansing because I have acne-prone skin, however, my face has never looked better. After each use, my face is as soft as a baby's bottom and my scarring doesn’t look as deep! The cleanser has a light clean scent. Not super strong! I am currently pairing this cleanser with the Anua heartleaf soothing toner to achieve glass skin. #glassskinera" — Myshel Cagle Get it from Amazon for $17.69 . 26. Tape-in extensions can give you soooo much length for all kinds of fun styles...or just long and glamorous. You'll need 2–3 packs depending on thickness and you'll get 20 tapes in each. And check 'em out on TikTok ! BuzzFeed Shopping contributor Jordan Grigsby is a huge fan: "Okay, so, who's gonna tell me this isn't my hair? I am OBSESSED with these tape-in extensions. I *just* got them professionally installed for my birthday last week and they are simply perfection. So so versatile! I'm a clip-in girly but I got these and even though it's 98 degrees (no Nick Lachey) outside in Maryland, I could not wait for fall to put them in. These are so so freakin' beautiful, seamless, and it looks like it's growing out of my scalp. I do recommend that if you have curly hair, get the curly ones for summer! I have to take these out next week because the tape-ins are straight (I'm kicking myself for not getting the curly ones), my hair is naturally curly, I'm sweating bullets, and I wanna go to the pool without having curly hair and bone straight extensions after. So I sadly have to take 'em out early, but please believe when the temperatures drop in October, these are going right back in my head for all of fall and winter. I only want to use tape-ins from now on, clip-ins are lovely, but these?! Top tier. I used about two and a half packs for my thick hair which TOTALLY shocked me (I got four packs cuz I thought I'd need more). If you like extensions, I highly suggest trying these out!" Get a pack of 20 tape-in extensions from Irresistible Me for $119.90+ (originally $179; available in 14"–28" and in two base styles; also available in more colors and a 3a curly texture ). 27. A set of checkered cosmetic bags in case your current makeup bag is definitely a much darker color than it started, despite all the wiping off of bronzer you do on the reg. Promising review: "I bought these because of the famous TikTok video. All I have to say is that they are sooo cute. Great quality. And perfect size. 100% recommend." — angelina Get a set of two from Amazon for $5.99+ (available in 17 styles and combination). 28. A set of YogaToes Gems made to provide pain relief by *gently* separating your toes and distributing pressure from the balls of your feet. Check with your doctor before starting any new personal care regimen. Note: these should be worn barefoot, and not while wearing any shoes. You can start by wearing them 10–15 minutes a day and work your way up to an hour. Check out a TikTok of the Yoga Toes in action. Promising review: "I have an overlapping toe and a bunion that just started to form on one foot. I use the YogaToes daily for 15–30 minutes to help create space between the toes and relax the feet. I love how my feet feel when I take them off and start walking around. My feet feel stronger and more relaxed. I am a fitness instructor and also teach yoga. I use them before class for a few minutes. They help me feel more grounded as I move. " — Deirdre Sherman Get it from Amazon for $36.95 . 29. A belted portable cordless vibrating heating pad you can wear like a fanny pack when your menstrual cramps seem to be out for blood (lol) and curling up in a fetal position to watch TikToks all afternoon isn't an option. Check out a TikTok of the heating pad in action. Reviewers note you should definitely wear it *over* your clothes! Promising review : "Oh my god. This might be the best thing I have ever bought. It gets so incredibly warm. You do need to wear it over clothes to prevent burns but as someone who never finds any heat pack warm enough the lowest setting is exceptionally hot. As someone who has really bad menstrual cramps and chronic constipation this little belt does it all. The heat is so soothing and adjustable and heats up so fast . The vibration is my favorite part. It helps so much with trapped gas and bloating pains. It breaks up all the little bubbles and can even move things along if you’re having a hard time using the bathroom. The various patterns and heat combinations allow this to be truly customizable to however you feel at the time and it’s fantastic. Absolutely worth every cent." — Chloe Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in 11 colors). 30. Dandylion Clean Paws will instantly foam up for a paw-dicure sesh that's no mess, no rinse, and NO irritation. Just wipe off the foam with a dry towel and let your pup go back on his way to doing very important things, like standing on the couch and barking at every passerby. Check out a TikTok of the paw cleaner in action. Promising review: "Saw this product on TikTok so I had to try it. Love the soft bristles on top. My pup hates getting their paws cleaned and I’ve tried everything from wipes to paw cleaners. These were more comfortable for my pup while allowing for a good clean. I like that you can just use a towel to wipe off. Love that it's unscented and that you can remove the bristles ." — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $18 . 31. Some safe-locking magnetic duvet clips in case your decision to invest in a duvet has turned out to be the BANE of your existence but you're not a quitter. You can simply secure this pin to a duvet (that can weigh up to 10 pound) to keep everything in place. Then when it's wash time, you just remove with the included magnetic key. Check out a TikTok of the duvet clips in action. Pinion Pins is a small business specializing in home improvement products. Promising review: "I was super worried about if I would have enough of the Pinions, and I totally do! My duvet is kinda thick and the Pinions pierced through with no problems! Plus with a little extra room if I had some extra layers. I REALLY like how you have to have the magnet tool to pull them apart . Absolutely no moving! Don’t walk, RUN TO BUY THIS. I also like how unnoticeable they are." — Abigayle Mishler Get an eight-pack from Amazon for $17.95 (also available in a pack of 16). 32. A sleek flat travel water bottle so you'll have to stop sacrificing other things to fit your round water bottle into your work tote. Or even your purse! Yeah ya gotta work for a living, but you shouldn't have to feel like you're toting your whole desk with you. Promising review : "TikTok made me buy this water bottle and I’ve never been more pleased with a purchase. It was delivered exactly as expected, even better. The size is perfect for inside a purse, book bag, or suitcase. I ordered the gray and it's so understated. Beyond satisfied with this TikTok purchase." — Christina Carson Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in six styles). 33. A set of ingenious double shower curtain hooks that I own and adore because they make throwing back my shower curtains in the morning easy-peasy — even before I've had my coffee or put in my contacts. Promising review : "I hate changing out the liner on my shower because it meant I had to remove the curtain too. Not any more! I saw this set of hooks in a TikTok review. Now, I can swap out the liner with ease. The hooks also slide on the curtain rod very easily, no tugging." — Christina Get a set of 12 from Amazon for $6.99 (available in 10 colors). 34. A glasses lens cleaner so you can stop using your (dirty, kinda-sweaty) shirt when you realize things are looking a bit smudgy. AND it comes in a carrying case to help protect it from everything else floating around in your bag or pocket. Promising review : "I saw this on TikTok and wanted to get it. I wear glasses every day and often don't realize how dirty they are until I see a reflection through them. I've used cloths before but they get weirdly oily and then leave smear marks. This does not. I love it so much and I don't lose it in my purse." — Clair F Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in more colors here ). 35. A Grosche moka pot , which is a stovetop espresso maker that's simple and a classic for a reason. If you're trying to convince yourself to make coffee at home, this is a solid investment once you learn how to use it correctly. You can do it! Check it out on TikTok ! The reviewer demonstrates how they use it on the stove for making espresso for their lattes. Promising review : "Greatest purchase in the last five years!!! I have always been a coffee drinker but I recently purchased a moka pot to make iced espressos during the summer. Quickly it became an everyday thing! I love this moka pot more than any other item in my kitchen other than my actual coffee pot brewer! I had bought a cheap one elsewhere and that lasted about three weeks before falling apart. I spent a little more money for a quality product and have never looked back! I recommend this particular moka pot as it was slightly more than the cheap ones but less than some of the bigger name brands. It has lasted me two and a half years now without ever giving me a problem. Definitely a customer for life." — A. Arvy Get it from Amazon for $28.72+ (available in 12 colors and five sizes). 36. A progress-tracking jump rope that'll do the counting for you as you zone out and daydream that you're in an '80s movie workout montage. It counts calories burned and the number of jumps after you plug in your weight. Promising review: "It should come as no surprise that I bought this thanks to a TikTok influencer, and honestly, I'm glad I did. I wanted a way to exercise that was both fun and did not include going into a gym, and a jump rope seemed the perfect solution. I will say jumping rope is not as easy as I remember as a child, but I'm excited to continue using this product and get better and better at it. Definitely worth the purchase." — Nicole O. Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in four colors). 37. A *super* profile, portable, ink-free Bluetooth printer you can easily take with you and then connect to your computer, phone, or tablet to print out stuff in a snap. Don't forget to grab the thermal paper and you'll be set! Check out a TikTok of the portable ink-free Bluetooth printer in action. Promising review : "This specific printer is lightweight but very sturdy. The app is super easy to use ; it's got a media library that has layouts and other clipart styles. The printer is also relatively quiet and I have not had any issues with loading the paper straight, you just have to be dedicated to inserting the paper. Do not be super gentle with the paper or it will print on the paper crooked. Customer support is awesome and the quality if nice and worth the price, in my opinion. The paper, as stated in other reviews, is costly however I think not paying for ink evens it out." — Kapizanami Get it from Amazon for $159.99+ (available in two styles and four colors). 38. An undetectable mouse jiggler in case your workplace has adapted some Draconian measures and are actually paying attention to if you leave your computer for five minutes to pee. Or, forbid, you go on a stroll to get a coffee! This keeps you "active" on Slack or Teams or whatever else may be keeping track while letting you live a human life. Promising review: "Like everyone else, I stumbled upon this product because of a TikTok I saw. Setup was extremely easy and I'm pleased to say that my Teams green light is on all the time now. Workers of the world, unite." — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in eight styles). 39. A self-stirring mug if you'd rather die than take your coffee black, but hate how long it takes your creamer and sugar to actually blend. Check out a TikTok of the self-stirring mug in action. Promising review : "I'm a huge fan of coffee and I need it in daily life. Absolutely loving this new cup! Easy and quick to mix your coffee and milk, pretty handy! Cleaning the cup couldn't be easier with the self stirring function , just put a little dab of soap, fill the mug half way with water, turn it on and let it do its own thing." — Lina Get it from Amazon for $26.99 (available in five colors). 40. A SwitchBot Smart Switch Button Pusher you can program so the coffee machine cuts on each before you can zombie-walk to the kitchen. It also works with Alexa and Google Home! You won't need to "smart enable" other parts of your home. Plus, you'll be able to turn on your Keurig from the other room so it's ready for you when you get out of bed. Best way ever to wake up. Promising review: "This is exactly what I was looking for and had no idea it existed until I saw someone mention it on TikTok! Our front walkway gets pretty dark at night, and I was frustrated with trying to remember to turn on the light every evening and off every morning. I looked into those light sensors you can plug in, but our front porch light is under an awning with enough shade that it would have kept the light on 24/7. This little Switchbot solved the problem . I applied it to the indoor light switch and set the time on my phone. It has worked perfectly ever since." — Alecia McLochlin Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in two colors). 41. A magnetic microwave cover that'll stick around inside the appliance so your partner doesn't have to root around in drawers and call out to you asking where the microwave cover is before, ultimately, giving up on finding it and splattering pasta sauce all over the microwave anyway. Check out a TikTok of the microwave cover in action. Promising review: "If you live in a small space like I do, this will seriously change your life. No longer do I have to struggle to find somewhere to put my cover if I'm heating up a cup of coffee. Just attach it to the roof of your microwave. Hopefully, you have a flat surface; check before you buy. There is a slight learning curve as to where to put it or the force or lack thereof needed, but after a couple of times it's second nature. Love, love, love this product. I'm probably going to get some for Christmas presents next year, it's one of those items that you wouldn't necessarily buy for yourself but it will change your life ." — Rachel Get it from Amazon for $24.95 (also available in a two-pack). 42. A magnetic water bottle sleeve pouch to loft your water bottle up and off the gym floor so no one (including YOU) trips over it. Even better news? It has a spot to hold your phone, cards, cash, keys, and other little stuff you need for your lifting sesh. Gym Mate is a small business that specializes in magnetic gym accessories for water bottles and technology. Check out a TikTok of the water bottle magnet attachment in action. Promising review : "Hands down one of the best purchases I’ve made on Amazon. I can fit my iPhone 13 Pro with the case in the pocket and have plenty of room for my AirPods. Magnets are super strong and hold everything perfectly!" — Nalani Get it from Amazon for $27.99 . 43. A rotating whisk blender can help you quickly beat eggs when making scrambled eggs for an army. BTW, I take mine low and slow. Check out a TikTok of the whisk in action. Promising review: "This is one of the coolest gizmos I’ve purchased! And it works like a charm, especially for scrambled eggs. I’ve always struggled with getting the egg white and yoke blended well together. This tool does the trick. I found it most effective with liquids. Any kind of sauce or salad dressing can be well blended with this tool, too." — Austin Get it from Amazon for $11.84+ (available in three sizes and in a two-pack). 44. A retractable window sunshade because, well, it's blazing hot outside and you don't need the reminder of your thighs on hot leather seats. You're already well aware. Check out a TikTok of the sunshade in action. Promising review: "Love that I don't have to dig one out from behind a seat or something. You just grab the tab and pull it over to connect to the cup on the driver's side. Reduces the amount of heat in my car and steering wheel, and surfaces are cool to the touch after a 90- to 100-degree day . Caution: When disconnecting, hang on to the tab and slowly put it back into the closed position. Otherwise, you will mess up the accordion folds." — millie snow Get it from Amazon for $26.45+ (available in two colors/sizes). 45. A mini claw machine for a little at-home fun that won't entail waiting for others to wrap it up with the claw machine at an arcade for you to get your turn. Just note that with kids, the small pieces can be a choking hazard! (IMO, one of the best parts about adulthood is buying yourself stuff you wanted as a kid.) Promising review: "Impulse buy after laughing hysterically at the video of this going around on TikTok. This thing is cute and fun and very entertaining! Be forewarned: The clear top dome part does not attach firmly." — Szibarita Get it from Amazon for $5.99 (available in 15 colors and pack sizes). 46. A K-Cup storage drawer to declutter your cabinets and help streamline your coffee situation. No more cardboard boxes of K-cup taking over a whole cabinet shelf. That's your Cheez-Its shelf! Each of these holds up to 36 standard-sized K-Cups. Promising reviews: "Works great! The Kuerig sits right on top of the storage drawers and makes for ease of use in the morning! I wonder how high I can stack them! It's great having so much variety every morning! " — Mirm Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in four colors). 47. Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Moisturizing Face SPF 60 Serum , which reviewers ADORE as a priming moisturizer. Because sometimes, when you're doing a full face and your SPF isn't built into another product, even the BEST sunscreen users can forget it! Oh, and there's zero white cast! Check out a TikTok of the serum in action. Promising review: "I have been searching for a sunscreen like this for a long time. I really dislike putting anything heavy on my face and prefer a gel-like consistency. I am a big fan of the Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hyaluronic Acid serum and the texture of this sunscreen feels pretty close to that. I have tried much more expensive 'serum' sunscreens and find this one my favorite and for a much better price point ." — JHoch Get it from Amazon for $13.99 (fragrance- and oxybenzone-free). 48. A reviewer-beloved veggie chopper can make onion tears and food prep mess a thing of the past! This way you won't waste so much time energy on *evenly* spiralizing or chopping, a fool's errand! (Jk, but this'll make it way easier.) A plus is that this baby can slice through a potato BUT remember how sharp that means it is and BE CAREFUL touching the blades! You'll get four different blades including a small dicer, large dicer, a spiral blade, and a ribbon blade. Check out a TikTok of the veggie chopper in action. Promising review: "Makes life so much easier. I can't imagine chopping onions or bell peppers by hand anymore, and it does so much more. We used to have a Prepworks chopper which was a similar idea, but you had to press so hard to chop, and it broke after not too long. This one requires very little effort to cut through the food and it has a generous container. " — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in five sizes and three colors). 49. A touchscreen mist cleaner that'll help clear that smudged ketchup that just so happened to appear on your car's screen one day?! You don't know how. Not one clue. (And the mister also serves as a microfiber cloth for even more efficient cleaning.) Promising review : "When you think you don’t need it. But TikTok thinks you do. I definitely am glad that this product was what I needed. Works on laptop, tablets, and phones! Love it! Highly recommend this product!" — Laura Schlutt Get it from Amazon for $7.99 . 50. A set of cowboy straw toppers will keep your water cup straw safe AND remind you of Glen Powell in Twisters. If you feel it, chase it! Check out a TikTok of the straw toppers in action. Promising review: "So SO CUUUTE! 10/10!! Good product and keeps my straw from getting bugs or germs on it! Plus, it’s really cute." — JennA Get a set of four from Amazon for $6.99 . 51. A set of plant-based, unscented insect repellent sprays you can slip into your pocket for any upcoming tailgates or days on the park when it doesn't feel like you're walking on the surface of the sun. They work for up to 14 hours and won't leave you feeling sticky. Check out a TikTok of the insect spray. Stay Away is a small business that specializes in pest-removing and repelling products. Promising review: "Deet doesn’t work for me, but this does! I’m the person who gets bitten while everyone else is fine. They follow me, and most repellent isn’t very helpful. This worked great! They came near but didn’t bite. The smell isn’t bad either! I didn’t mind it, and my sister has requested some also (she gets bitten even more than I do). I would have preferred a continuous spray nozzle, but I’m very impressed with how well it kept those dang mosquitoes away in Texas! I did sweat a little, and it didn’t change how well it worked ." — eve Get a four-pack from Amazon for $26.99 (also available in a bottle). 52. A bottle of Meltdown acne oil to handle its obvious use with finesse while seriously cutting down on redness and irritation that comes with acne. You can mix it in with moisturizer, as a spot treatment, or wear under makeup. AND it's cruelty free! Blume is a woman-owned, POC-owned small business based in Canada that specializes in cruelty-free, vegan, and environmentally-friendly products for skin, body, and period care. Check out a TikTok of the Meltdown Acne Oil in action. Promising review : "This stuff is AMAZING and MAGIC. I ordered more out of fear of running out. All acne and fade products have dried or broken out my skin further but this stuff clears my skin, makes it glow, and hydrates it. Beyond beyond obsessed. THANK U BLUME! xoxo" — Kaitlin A. Get it from Blume for $28+ (available in two sizes) or Amazon for $26.50 . 53. The Owala Freesip — you've DEFINITELY seen people singing its praises on TikTok thanks to its built-in straw, wide-mouth spout, and push-button lid to protect your precious H2O while you're out and about...or just parked on your couch trying to get your daily water intake. Some are even saying it could dethrone The Stanley Cup?! It's also designed to be easy to disassemble and clean, and the lid and straw are dishwasher safe! Oh, and the 24-ounce bottles are designed to be universally cup holder-friendly. Get a closer look at it on TikTok of the Owala Freesip ! Promising review : "Stanley who??? I absolutely LOVE this water bottle. Way better than other name-brand tumblers with a straw that sticks up! Love that the straw is covered, and the water bottle has a carry loop, making it easy to carry when your hands are full. So much easier to drink from and you have the option to drink from the straw or sip. This is truly leakproof and keeps drinks cold for hours! It's also durable. I have dropped it a few times and there wasn't even a scratch on the bottle. I will definitely be ordering more!" — BAJ Get the 32-ounce size from Amazon for $32.99 (also available in 16, 24, and 40-ounce sizes, and in 22 colors). 54. Or if you've already got a water bottle you pledge your allegiance to, a car cup holder expander that'll fit the likes of a Hydro Flask or Yeti mug. No more letting your bottle roll around on your passenger side seat because it won't fit with the factory cupholder. Check out a TikTok of the car cup holder expander in action . Promising review: "This thing is amazing, how did I survive before??!!?! My 32-oz metal water bottle had a cozy lil' seat next to me on the passenger side for years. But then my boyfriend came along and stole her seat, so my poor water bottle would roll around in the back seat and knock into stuff while I was driving. Me and her go way back dude, so I'm glad I found a way to keep my manz and my trusty (knock off) hydroflask. He was gonna have to go tbh, gotta hydrate! (kidding, he's great too). I have a 2005 VW Jetta with the wimpiest cup holders, and this fits great. Could fit so many sizes and depths though — if you're worried about fit, don't be. This thing is super adjustable. I've had absolutely no problems with it wiggling or anything so far, despite the shallowness of my original cup"holders". Just make sure to twist it to fit tightly and you'll be set until ready to take it back out." — Alice Get it from Amazon for $26.99 (available in two sizes and in black or gray). 55. And a retractable car charger so you won't have to wrestle with (or remember to bring) your at-home chargers while trying to *safely* get from point to point. It has a retractable iPhone and Type C charging cable, AND two more charging ports! Check out a TikTok of the car charger in action. Promising review: "Didn't realize I had so many cables in my car until I put this in . Now I just keep a few wrapped up in the glove box that fit older connections. Great that the cables retract out of the way . Only complaint could be that it is rather large, but it is to be expected with four connections. Little car voltage display is nice to have as well (everyone should have one of these, by the voltage amount it shows if your alternator is working)." — Jaxmoto Get it from Amazon for $25.99 (also available in a version that *ONLY* has two Apple retractable chargers !). 56. An Airstik reusable suction mount so you can easily set up for that horror first-date storytime the world needs to hear. Or, it's good for just FaceTiming with your BFF if you don't wanna broadcast it to everyone on TikTok. (Like me. I love those stories.) You can use a phone or tablet in this, in landscape or portrait orientation — so it's great if you like to watch videos while getting ready in front of a mirror too! Check out this TikTok of the Airstik reusable suction mount ! Promising review : "I was skeptical and didn't think it would stick more than once, but I was WRONG! I was VERY impressed at the suction power. The back doesn't feel super sticky to me but it sure sticks to all the mirrors I tried it on (and I re-stuck it over four times). It even holds my bulky heavy iPhone with an Otterbox with plenty of room. I'm super happy with this purchase! It's going to make filming content and getting ready in the mornings SO much easier! HIGHLY recommend." — AV716 Get it from Amazon for $10.88 (available in white or black). 57. A TikTok-famous travel-friendly backpack you can pack like a suitcase but will still count as the personal item you put under your seat. It even has a shoe compartment, an easy-access pocket for portable charging, and bonus points: it's got a trolley passthrough in the back so you can secure it on your carry-on! *Swoon* This one checks all the boxes: super roomy, has plenty of pockets (including one for shoes and a separate wet bag!), and has a strap that slides down over your luggage handle for easy transport. And reviewers say it meets even Spirit and JetBlue 's personal item rules and fits under airplane seats! Promising review: "One bag handled a week of travel! This bag is like magic! I fit four pairs of shorts, four shirts, underwear, socks, and a couple of workout outfits with sports bras, two pairs of sandals, four bathing suits, a coverup, a sun hat, toiletries, cosmetics, a laptop, a notebook, three device chargers (computer, phone, and Fitbit) and an electric toothbrush. Even when packed to the max, the weight is comfortably distributed so it doesn’t break your back. It fits under the seat perfectly, too. I bought it when it was 50% off, but I’d pay full price knowing how awesome this bag is for travel." — AlexanderK Get it from Amazon for $43.99+ (available in three sizes and 26 colors/ styles) 58. A set of replaceable Nespresso sticker lids if you've been hunting for a way to reuse pods instead of using a new one for every single cup of coffee. With these, simply refill a used pod with ground coffee and then stick on one of these "lids," and they're g2g in your machine. Check out a TikTok of the Nespresso lids in action. Psst — check this company's Amazon storefront for more reusable coffee machine option s for Keurigs and Vertuoline! Promising review: "These were a great purchase! They're easy to use and allow us to customize pods with our own flavors and be more budget friendly as well. As long as you trim the foil edge so it doesn't cover the bar code under the rim of the pod, they'll give you no trouble. I'll definitely purchase these again and again." — Mary D Get a pack of 100 from Amazon for $8.78 (also available in packs of 52 or 200). Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.
Both new and returning temporary stores have cropped up at the super-regional mall at U.S. 30 and Mississippi Street. On the lower level, Hickory Farms, Go Calendar!, 3D Luxury Crystals, Picturesque, Infinity Lights, PolarX Ornaments and Bethlehem Gifts have opened. "There's quite a few," Southlake Mall Director of Marketing Kristyn Filetti said. Hickory Farms, which specializes in cheese, summer sausage and other artisan meats, opened outside Macy's. Go! Calendar, which sells a variety of wall and desk calendars, opened outside H&M. 3D Luxury Crystals opened outside Footlocker. Picturesque, a poster and wall art store that lets people hang their photos on the wall, opened a secondary location for the holiday outside Footlocker. The store, which sells wall art of athletes, movie stars and other pop culture characters, also as an inline location on the upper-level Center Court. Infinity Lights, Retro Games and PolarX Ornaments all opened in the Center Court. Bethlehem Gifts, which sells religious tchotchkes, opened outside Hollister. 3D Luxury Crystals, Infinity Lights and Retro Games are all new additions that have come to the mall for the first time. "There's a lot of new ones as well as returning," Filetti said. "It adds a variety of options for shoppers." On the upper level, Season of Giving, Indiana Whiskey and Native Sun all opened. Season of Giving is collecting charitable donations outside of Build-A-Bear. Indiana Whiskey and Native Sun are located on the Center Court. Native Sun also has an inline lower level by Macy's and is opening a secondary location for the holiday.
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By LISA MASCARO and FARNOUSH AMIRI WASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard faced fresh scrutiny Monday on Capitol Hill about her proximity to Russian-ally Syria amid the sudden collapse of that country’s hardline Assad rule. Gabbard ignored shouted questions about her 2017 visit to war-torn Syria as she ducked into one of several private meetings with senators who are being asked to confirm Trump’s unusual nominees . Related Articles National Politics | Trump promises to end birthright citizenship: What is it and could he do it? National Politics | Trump has flip-flopped on abortion policy. His appointees may offer clues to what happens next National Politics | In promising to shake up Washington, Trump is in a class of his own National Politics | Election Day has long passed. In some states, legislatures are working to undermine the results National Politics | Trump taps his attorney Alina Habba to serve as counselor to the president But the Democrat-turned-Republican Army National Reserve lieutenant colonel delivered a statement in which she reiterated her support for Trump’s America First approach to national security and a more limited U.S. military footprint overseas. “I want to address the issue that’s in the headlines right now: I stand in full support and wholeheartedly agree with the statements that President Trump has made over these last few days with regards to the developments in Syria,” Gabbard said exiting a Senate meeting. The incoming president’s Cabinet and top administrative choices are dividing his Republican allies and drawing concern , if not full opposition, from Democrats and others. Not just Gabbard, but other Trump nominees including Pentagon pick Pete Hegseth, were back at the Capitol ahead of what is expected to be volatile confirmation hearings next year. The incoming president is working to put his team in place for an ambitious agenda of mass immigrant deportations, firing federal workers and rollbacks of U.S. support for Ukraine and NATO allies. “We’re going to sit down and visit, that’s what this is all about,” said Sen. Mike Rounds, R-S.D., as he welcomed Gabbard into his office. Meanwhile, Defense Secretary pick Hegseth appeared to be picking up support from once-skeptical senators, the former Army National Guard major denying sexual misconduct allegations and pledging not to drink alcohol if he is confirmed. The president-elect’s choice to lead the FBI, Kash Patel , who has written extensively about locking up Trump’s foes and proposed dismantling the Federal Bureau of Investigation, launched his first visits with senators Monday. “I expect our Republican Senate is going to confirm all of President Trump’s nominees,” said Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Ark., on social media. Despite widespread concern about the nominees’ qualifications and demeanors for the jobs that are among the highest positions in the U.S. government, Trump’s team is portraying the criticism against them as nothing more than political smears and innuendo. Showing that concern, nearly 100 former senior U.S. diplomats and intelligence and national security officials have urged Senate leaders to schedule closed-door hearings to allow for a full review of the government’s files on Gabbard. Trump’s allies have described the criticisms of Hegseth in particular as similar to those lodged against Brett Kavanaugh, the former president’s Supreme Court nominee who denied a sexual assault allegation and went on to be confirmed during Trump’s first term in office. Said Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., about Hegseth: “Anonymous accusations are trying to destroy reputations again. We saw this with Kavanaugh. I won’t stand for it.” One widely watched Republican, Sen. Joni Ernst of Iowa, herself a former Army National Guard lieutenant colonel and sexual assault survivor who had been criticized by Trump allies for her cool reception to Hegseth, appeared more open to him after their follow-up meeting Monday. “I appreciate Pete Hegseth’s responsiveness and respect for the process,” Ernst said in a statement. Ernst said that following “encouraging conversations,” he had committed to selecting a senior official who will “prioritize and strengthen my work to prevent sexual assault within the ranks. As I support Pete through this process, I look forward to a fair hearing based on truth, not anonymous sources.” Ernst also had praise for Patel — “He shares my passion for shaking up federal agencies” — and for Gabbard. Once a rising Democratic star, Gabbard, who represented Hawaii in Congress, arrived a decade ago in Washington, her surfboard in tow, a new generation of potential leaders. She ran unsuccessfully for president in 2020. But Gabbard abruptly left the party and briefly became an independent before joining with Trump’s 2024 campaign as one of his enthusiasts, in large part over his disdain for U.S. involvement overseas and opposition to helping Ukraine battle Russia. Her visit to Syria to meet with then-President Bashar Assad around the time of Trump’s first inauguration during the country’s bloody civil war stunned her former colleagues and the Washington national security establishment. The U.S. had severed diplomatic relations with Syria. Her visit was seen by some as legitimizing a brutal leader who was accused of war crimes. Gabbard has defended the trip, saying it’s important to open dialogue, but critics hear in her commentary echoes of Russia-fueled talking points. Assad fled to Moscow over the weekend after Islamist rebels overtook Syria in a surprise attack, ending his family’s five decades of rule. She said her own views have been shaped by “my multiple deployments and seeing firsthand the cost of war and the threat of Islamist terrorism.” Gabbard said, “It’s one of the many reasons why I appreciate President Trump’s leadership and his election, where he is fully committed, as he has said over and over, to bring about an end to wars.” Last week, the nearly 100 former officials, who served in both Democratic and Republican administrations, said in the letter to Senate leaders they were “alarmed” by the choice of Gabbard to oversee all 18 U.S. intelligence agencies. They said her past actions “call into question her ability to deliver unbiased intelligence briefings to the President, Congress, and to the entire national security apparatus.” The Office of the Director of National Intelligence was created after the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks to coordinate the nation’s intelligence agencies and act as the president’s main intelligence adviser. 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Industrial Noise Control Market Size, Growth Drivers, and Forecast 2024-2031 11-23-2024 07:28 PM CET | IT, New Media & Software Press release from: SkyQuest Technology The Industrial Noise Control Market is a dynamic and rapidly growing sector, driven by technological advancements in hardware, software, and digital infrastructure. It covers a diverse range of services such as cloud computing, cybersecurity, data analytics, and artificial intelligence. The increasing need for digital transformation across industries is propelling market growth. Emerging technologies like 5G, blockchain, and IoT are further unlocking new opportunities. With continuous innovation, the IT sector is poised for significant expansion in the coming years, particularly in the areas of automation and remote work solutions. 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Kinetics Noise Control Inc. Knauf Insulation Inc. KSM Group (Malayasia) Merford Holding B.V. (Netherlands) Pyrotek (US) Quietstone United Kingdom Ltd. R. Kohlhauer GmbH (Germany) REBLOC GmbH Region-wise Sales Analysis: This chapter presents market data by region, including revenue, sales, and market share breakdowns. It also offers forecasts for sales growth rates, pricing strategies, revenue, and other key metrics for each analyzed regional market. 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