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Jets aren't ready to send Aaron Rodgers to the sideline as a lost season reaches the home stretchAaron Rodgers celebrated his 41st birthday with the news he’s still the New York Jets’ starting quarterback . That’s hardly a surprise gift, but it ends some of the speculation that has been growing in recent days from some fans and media who were clamoring for change. “We have great belief in Aaron, we really do,” interim coach Jeff Ulbrich said Monday. “And we think he gives us the best opportunity to win.” That’s why the Jets aren’t turning to Tyrod Taylor at this point. Or perhaps even giving practice squad QB Adrian Martinez, the UFL’s MVP last season, a long look. The locker room, from all indications, has remained positive despite the firings of coach Robert Saleh and general manager Joe Douglas a month later. And there’s still belief from his teammates that Rodgers can help them pull out some victories as the season hits the home stretch. “Aaron Rodgers is Aaron Rodgers,” linebacker Jamien Sherwood said. “At the end of the day, he’s still a Hall of Famer to all of us.” But victories have been few and far between for the struggling Jets, who fell to 3-9 on Sunday with a 26-21 loss to Seattle . It was New York’s third straight defeat and eighth in nine games. And it put the Jets perilously closer to the seemingly inevitable reality that they’ll miss the postseason for the 14th straight year, the NFL’s longest active drought. RELATED COVERAGE Justin Tucker’s erratic season isn’t getting any better, and it’s hurting Baltimore’s outlook Rams claim CB Emmanuel Forbes off waivers from Washington Buccaneers are back to .500 and in position to control their playoff hopes down the stretch Not exactly the results the Jets and their frustrated fans expected when New York acquired Rodgers from Green Bay last year. “There are 11 guys on the field,” Rodgers said after the game. “Sometimes it’s my fault. Definitely multiple times today. And then the details aren’t there in some other spots, too.” The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! Get the poll delivered straight to your inbox with AP Top 25 Poll Alerts. Sign up here . The four-time NFL MVP has dealt with a few injuries to his left leg after coming off the torn Achilles tendon that limited him to four snaps in his Jets debut last year. That, Ulbrich said, has contributed to the struggles of Rodgers and the offense. But Rodgers headed into the game Sunday off the injury report for the first time since Week 4. Some of his scrambles provided proof he was feeling much better. But his overall play was still hurting. Rodgers was 21 of 39 for 185 yards with two touchdown passes and had an interception returned 92 yards for a score by Leonard Williams. Rodgers also failed to get the Jets in position for a winning score in the closing minutes, something he has been unable to do regularly this season. Despite all that, Ulbrich insists he doesn’t have any questions about whether Rodgers can still do the job. “I don’t,” he said, “because I see enough evidence on tape of him still being capable of playing high level football for us.” What’s working Special teams. The Jets got a 99-yard kickoff return for a touchdown from Kene Nwangwu, who was elevated from the practice squad before the game, and he also forced a fumble on a kickoff. New York signed him to the active roster Monday. The Seahawks fumbled three times on kickoffs, with the Jets recovering two, including one by kicker Anders Carlson. Quinnen Williams also blocked an extra point. About the only thing that didn’t go right for the Jets’ special teams unit was Carlson having an extra point of his own blocked. What needs help Everything else. The offense finally had a fast start with three touchdowns in New York’s first four drives, but the Jets didn’t score again after that. The defense had some stops but was called for penalties in some big spots, helping extend drives for Seattle. Stock up LT Olu Fashanu. In his second start in place of the injured Tyron Smith, Fashanu excelled by allowing no pressures in 42 pass blocking snaps, according to Next Gen Stats. The first-rounder out of Penn State is likely to start at left tackle the rest of the season. “The more ops to play, the better he gets,” Ulbrich said. “He just builds on each performance and in both phases, both in the run game and pass protection, so, just so excited about the future this guy has.” Stock down Rodgers. He has thrown for 2,627 yards and 19 touchdowns with eight interceptions, but his 6.3 yards-per-pass attempt is the lowest of his career as a starter. Rodgers also has had the ball five times with a chance to lead the Jets to a victory in their final possession. They’re 0-5 in those situations. Injuries CB Sauce Gardner (hamstring) and RT Morgan Moses (shoulder) left the game with injuries and Ulbrich had no immediate updates on either. ... LB C.J. Mosley is getting closer to returning from the herniated disk in his neck that has sidelined him for five games. Key number 12 — That’s how many accepted penalties the Jets had against the Seahawks, with four coming on Seattle’s go-ahead touchdown drive. They actually had a fifth after the score for unsportsmanlike conduct, but it was offset by the same call on Seattle. What’s next Rodgers and the Jets look to end their three-game skid when they travel to Miami to face the AFC East rival Dolphins next Sunday. ___ AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/NFLVikings will host Vanden on Saturday night in north state title game
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has dismissed a fake list of ambassadorial nominees currently making rounds on social media, urging the public to disregard the misinformation. In a statement issued on Sunday and signed by the ministry’s spokesperson, Kimiebi Ebienfa, it was made clear that no ambassadorial appointments have been announced. The ministry also reminded the public that such appointments remain the exclusive responsibility of the President of Nigeria. “The Ministry of Foreign Affairs wishes to inform the general public to kindly disregard the fake list of ambassadorial nominees which is currently in circulation on some social media platforms,” the statement read. Read also: Chelsea come from two-goal down to beat Spurs in thriller The ministry further emphasized, “The ministry wishes to state unequivocally that the appointment of ambassadors is the prerogative of Mr. President, and no such appointments have been made in that regard. The purported list should, therefore, be discountenanced.” This clarification comes in response to the circulation of unverified claims about ambassadorial appointments, which the ministry has categorically debunked. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs urged citizens to rely only on official announcements and verified sources for information regarding such matters. Opinions Balanced, fearless journalism driven by data comes at huge financial costs. As a media platform, we hold leadership accountable and will not trade the right to press freedom and free speech for a piece of cake. If you like what we do, and are ready to uphold solutions journalism, kindly donate to the Ripples Nigeria cause. Your support would help to ensure that citizens and institutions continue to have free access to credible and reliable information for societal development. Donate Now
1. A NeeDoh Nice Cube , aka a sensory fidget toy made for all kinds of squishing and squeezing, but won't pick up dirt and debris. Give 'em some of that goo! Schylling is a small biz that makes a variety of sensory fidget toys. Promising review: "High quality and very durable! This cube is fantastic for any age and any need. The cube provides slight resistance when compressed, which is both stress-relieving and satisfying!!! Once squeezed, it quickly returns to its natural shape. A great choice!" — Joe stevenson Get it from Amazon for $9.68 the color is either blue, pink, or purple and gets selected for you at random. Also check out a fun gumdrop style . 2. A set of french fry clips because, well, no one wants stale chips! (This'll likely benefit you, too.) Promising review : "These are very cute and I love the magnet holder to stick on my fridge so they are easily accessible. Not sure about the durability, haven't used very long." — Save the Bees Get a set of 12 clips from Amazon for $14.90 . 3. A hydrating candy cane–flavored Laneige lip mask they've definitely seen on TikTok because people are obsessed with it as the cult-fave Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask . Even people who kinda just do SPF, moisturize, lip balm, and call it a day will appreciate this lightweight, hydrating formula and yummy flavors (like Gummy Bear)! Promising review: "If you suffer from chapped lips, or wake up to super dry lips, I highly recommend this product. It's very soft, a little goes a long way and lasts throughout the entire night. My lips always feel so soft and smooth. Been using it for a year, will never go back!" — Kelly Get it from Amazon for $24 (available in 15 options). 4. A pair of funny can coozies that'll be useful but won't FEEL so practical. Oh, and they'll also be great for your sister's beloved Diet Cokes. (I'm your sister.) Daisy Lane Company Store is a small biz that makes a bunch of great giftable items, from coozies and ornaments to keychains and more. Promising review: "I absolutely love these, all year long. The color looks white in the picture, but they're actually gray. Not that I care; in fact I think that's better anyway." — Tori Get a pack of two from Daisy Lane Company Store on Amazon Handmade for $14.95 (or snag a set of four for $22.99 ). 5. A *mini* ChomChom they can use for their clothes on the go because how many times have they texted you that they left the house and then realized that there's fur allllll over their black pants? One too many. Promising review : "I love this lint roller/dog hair remover. I always have fluffy dog hair on my clothes and have tried different devices to remove it. A lot of them have worked pretty well, but I think this one is more effective. The two rollers pick up the hair and it collects between them and behind them in the compartment. There’s nothing sticky about it. It rolls over your clothes smoothly and picks up the hair. It’s easy to use. I thought it was a little expensive, but I had to give it a try to see if it works as well as they said it did. It does. I recommend it." — Diana S. Get it from Amazon for $26.99 . 6. A Star Wars lightsaber chopsticks set they can call their own as they do their annual week-between-Christmas-and-New-Years rewatch of the whole franchise. (Yep, even The Phontom Menace. ) Promising review: "I purchased these for a friend's birthday present (he is a sushi waiter) and these are flippin' AMAZING. I ordered two sets by mistake, but I am totally keeping the second pair for another gift (or for myself!). These are sure to be great conversation pieces and attention-getters. Way to go!" — T. Redwood Get four pairs from Amazon for $19.97 . 7. A decorative cat towel because, come on, it's time to replace those stained kitchen towels. This is the perf replacement for a Cat Person with a sense of humor. Promising review : "Purchased for my mom as a gift to hang on her stove. It was very cute, and the snaps held up very well. There are a ton of different cat colors and breeds, so it is fun to find your favorite or one most similar to your own feline roommate! She loved it. Her cat enjoys swatting at the hanging tail. Adorable!" — Tiffany Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in 28 designs). 8. Plus, some kitty cat oven mitts will help protect their paws from sizzling cookie sheets. Promising review: "We are hard on our oven mitts, and these are holding up well after a year." — The Elated Emu Get them from Amazon for $14.29 . 9. A quirky Sasquatch 12-in-1 multitool that'll lend a hand (and Big Foot) the next time they need to pop open a bottle. This TSA-friendly beast will be the perfect ~elusive~ addition to your handy, cryptid-obsessed partner's stocking. Each tool includes a 1-inch ruler, 1.5-inch carabiner, bottle opener, cord cutter, flat head screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver, butterfly wrench, can opener, and four hex wrench positions. Promising review: "No joke, I was out with my husband after I got him this multitool. Three different times, guys came up complimenting him on this and asked where he got it and talked a few times about how handy this Big Foot tool is. 10/10 would buy for him again." — N. Bower Get it from Amazon for $10.89 (available in dozens of other fun styles). 10. Or a set of two super helpful multitools / pens that'll help 'em complete ALL sorts of tasks. These heavy-duty aluminum wonders will cover the following between the two of 'em: a flathead and Phillips screwdriver, a ruler, a bubble level, a touchscreen stylus, a bottle opener, an LED light, and well, a retractable pen! It's important to note that this is a *set* of pens with different functions, so don't plan on splitting them up between different stockings. Each pen comes with ink installed plus an additional ink refill. Promising reviews : "Bought for a stocking stuffer. My daughter-in-law is a house appraiser and loved this. It has many functions that she can use without having to bring a large tool with her. She was very happy with it." — Kindle Customer "A great gadget gift for the handyman or handywoman! This tiny tool fits in a pocket, tool kit, car, purse, etc. It is great to have so many accessories accessible in one small tool. The hammer is perfect when you are hanging nails on the wall; the locking mechanism is great to make sure that children can’t access any of the tools. It’s heavy-duty but not heavy. Very easy to use, and it's been a lifesaver during the holidays and birthdays with kids toys." — Courtney Schendel Get a two-pack from Amazon for $19.99 . 11. The Saem Iceland Hydrating Eye Stick is a cooling eye stick made with *actual* Icelandic glacial water to depuff their tired under eyes. It'll feel super refreshing during their (scarce) holiday down time. Promising review: "I have always had serious dark circles and bags under my eyes and this has really changed this for me. The results are incredible. The puffiness is gone. The dark circles are hardly noticeable. My sensitive skin has not broken out. I never write reviews, but this was so good that I had to write a review. This actually works." — Ben Get it from Amazon for $9.99 . 12. A handy-handy mushroom funnel can help transfer viscous liquids from one container to another in a ridiculously adorable way. Promising review: "Lovely. Great for decanting wine or filling soy sauce jars and oil dispensers. Not for thick things like ketchup. So cute I keep it in the window." — MicheleS Get it from Amazon for $13.95+ (available in two sizes). 13. A set of 2-in-1 magnetic rechargeable hand warmers to keep their hands nice and toasty while on the go. AND they're also device chargers so they'll come in ~handy~ more than one way. Promising review: "These are amazing! I use them when I volunteer at the outdoor food bank and they keep my hands nice and toasty. I keep them in my coat pocket and they warm me right up! They are easy to charge and easy to use!" — Karen Get it from Amazon for $23.09+ (clip the 30% off coupon on the product page for this price; available in eight colors). 14. A jar of Momofuku's famously delicious chili crunch if they're really trying to make more homemade meals but the dinners just aren't...dinnering. This concoction is made of three types of Mexican chilis, crunchy garlics, and shallots for a super satisfying topping to level up dishes. BuzzFeed Shopping editor Bek O'Connell says, "I put this stuff on everything! It just makes food taste better. I highly recommend to any fellow spicy lovers looking for the perfect topping. This chili oil comes with seasoned salts, Mexican chilis, dried garlic, and shallots." Get the original flavor from Amazon for $10.39 (also available in black truffle, hot honey, and spicy flavors as well as multipacks). 15. A genius amber reading light that'll be much nicer for bedtime reading (it's 99.94% free of blue spectrum light) when your partner decides to start a thriller at 9:35 p.m. again and you just want some shuteye. Promising review: "This is a fantastic light! I use it every evening to continue reading while my son sleeps, it does not wake him or impede my sleep after I’m ready to go to bed. Great product." — Brian Masters Get it from Amazon for $12.99 . 16. A pickle wine stopper perfect for anyone who adores both wine *and* brine. Also, it'll be easier to spot in a kitchen drawer than a boring ole' black traditional wine stopper. Promising review: "I bought this pickle wine stopper for my nephew and his partner. It keeps air out of the bottle with a snug fit and it cleans up easily after use. The fact that they love 'pickle' anything is an added bonus!" — Cynthia Get it from Amazon for $15 (available in four other styles). 17. A Carhartt beanie because they're forever leaving the house in cold weather *without* a hat and then ~mysteriously~ getting a cough. Hmmm. This also comes in a satin-lined version . You can get your mini-me one here , BTW. There are few things cuter than a baby in a Carhartt beanie!! Promising review: "Wow, just wow. I wore this out today while walking the dogs after work. It was 29 degrees outside. My head was toasty warm while wearing this hat. Perfect. Just perfect. The one issue, if it's an issue at all, I like to wear hats inside the house during the winter. So I put this guy on tonight and in the house. My ears and head got so warm I had to remove the hat. Great outdoor hat. If you want a hat for inside of the house this ain't it. Buy this hat. Buy it now." — Lynn & Dougie Get it from Amazon for $15.49+ (available in 18 colors). 18. A "flossing toothbrush" with two layers of bristles that'll be a serious step up from the regular brushes you normally slip in their stocking. It has regular firm bristles PLUS longer ones that are ten times thinner to *really* get in between teeth and gums, mimicking flossing. Psst, it's also safe for sensitive teeth. Mouthwatchers is a small business by Ronald Plotka, DDS, that specializes in antimicrobial toothbrushes designed to get deeper cleans — which are great for targeting stuff often missed with traditional brush and floss routines. I've used and LOVE these. Dare I say that my teeth feel cleaner after using one of these than when I use my electric toothbrush? Yep, I DARE. Get a two-pack from Amazon for $9.90 . 19. A 12-pack of water bottle-cleaning tablets to make sure everyone's go-to container actually gets cleaned. (Cleaning water bottles is hard!) Promising review: "I wasn't sure if this was a gimmick or not. Turns out it works really well. I have four metal thermos-like containers that are used to keep tea warm every day. Over time, the tea stained the insides and was very difficult to remove. I added one of these tablets to the container, filled it with hot water, and let it sit for a few hours. When I came back to rinse it out, I was literally amazed at how clean it was. I think it looked cleaner than when they were new. I called my wife over to show her, and she was equally impressed. Awesome product!" — Robert A Moreno II Get them from Amazon for $7.99 . 20. Mini screwdrivers that'll become indispensable in their tool kit for eyeglasses, appliances, and lots of other essential bits. My dad gave me a similar set a few years ago and I probably use this more than anything else in my (rather large) tool bag. My friends are always borrowing the set for eye and sunglasses repairs, too! Includes six magnetic mini screwdrivers. Promising review: "This is a great set of small, precision screwdrivers. Maybe they aren't small enough to dismantle the innards of your watch, but they are perfect for the small screws I so often encounter on appliances, computer cases, small electronics, etc. This set will replace a cheap set I purchased last year (and it didn't last). This tool set is in a quality built case that has a sliding latch to keep it closed. I really like the hard anodized finish and the tool shafts and ends appear to be quality steel. The different colors help me to find the one I want. These are a great product at a great price. They arrived quickly and were well package for shipment. I may even give some as gifts to my friends who are tool geeks!" — Seacidal Get them from Amazon for $14.99 . 21. A set of vinyl coasters as a not-so-subtle hint that they need to stop parking their coffee mugs and water glasses on your bare-naked wood furniture. Promising review : "I absolutely adore these!!! They are so cute and definitely do the job! They keep the surface free from water rings and make me giggle!" — johnny williams Get a set of six from Amazon for $5.99 . 22. A dog bark deterrent device in case everyone in your home has had it up to HERE with the constant yapping while you work from home, eat dinner, or merely try to catch up on Real Housewives . So really, it'll be a gift for the WHOLE family. This device comes from a family-run small business called NPS ! To use, make sure you're within 16–25 feet of your dog, point the device at your dog, and make sure there are no obstacles between you. There's a great video on their store page explaining more about how to use the device and its different modes! Promising review : "Wasn’t sure if this would work for my dog Barkley. As you can tell by my dog’s name, he definitely barks a lot. My groomer told me about this product. She uses it every day at her business, so I thought I would try it. To my surprise, it worked very quickly. It’s awesome to use something that doesn’t hurt my dog." — Johnny B Get it from Amazon for $32.29 . 23. A Shark Tank– featured Click & Carry Grocery Bag Carrier that'll help 'em Hulk it from the car to the house after a big grocery-shopping trip before your teenager can even slip on shoes to help. It lets you hook your bags and carries up to 80 pounds without throwing out your shoulder or cutting off the circulation in your fingertip from weighed-down bags. Click & Carry is a Shark Tank and QVC-featured small business. Promising review : "TikTok made me buy it. This is great when you have a few bags and a box — for example, if you balance the bags, you can throw it over your shoulder and walk inside and have two free hands to carry the box, which is great. Product seems well built, and is comfortable on your shoulder or hand because of the padding." — Hung Get it from Amazon for $13.99 (available in seven colors). 24. A pair of plaid touchscreen gloves that you can point out Santa eyed on last year's list of Oprah's Favorite Things. They'll be able to toggle back and forth between podcast options and text you back without pulling their glove off on a *frigid* January walk. And while you're at it, check out some of the coolest things from *this* year's Oprah's Favorite Things list ! Top It Off is a woman-owned accessories business with a mission to women everywhere the perfect mix of style, quality, and price. Promising review : "I was checking out the list of Oprah’s Favorite Things in hopes of finding a reasonably priced gift for my sister. Bingo!!! These are so pretty. The colors (deep pink and complimentary jewel tones) are gorgeous and the inside of the gloves are smooth and not scratchy. She was so happy when she opened the gift bag. Temperatures don’t get much below 30 where she lives so these will keep her hands warm on fashionable outings." — S Lindsey Get them from Amazon for $24.99 (available in nine colors) 25. A s'mores-themed ChapStick collection because they're forever losing theirs and then *you're* finding them in pants' pockets while you're on laundry duty. Perhaps these fun flavors will inspire some memory improvement. Each set comes with three flavors: a Milk Chocolate, a Marshmallow, and a Graham Cracker flavor. Promising review: "My mom and I are ChapStick fans, so I bought us each a pack of these. The marshmallow is clear, the chocolate is brown, and the graham cracker is tan. The color isn’t too extreme, but it will leave a little bit of tint on your lips. The flavors are DELICIOUS. Graham cracker reminds me of Golden Grahams cereal and chocolate is just perfect. I love the marshmallow best because it tastes slightly toasted." — Elle Ardee Get it from Amazon for $5.19 . 26. A tub of O'Keeffe's hand cream as a serious dose of moisture for dry, cracked hands. Anyone who you do any hand-holding with will certainly appreciate the tactile improvement. Promising review: " I have suffered from splitting and cracking fingers every fall and winter for years. I tried Eucerin, Lubriderm, and Gold Bond creams, but none seemed to relieve the splitting from reoccurring. I tried O'Keeffe's Working Hand Cream and within two-and-a-half days, the splitting and cracking were no longer a factor. Since using the cream, I have not suffered any more cracking or splitting. I am on a busy schedule and only use it at night when I go to bed. It says it's nongreasy but you can definitely feel a slick texture on your hands once applied. That's why I use it at night before bed when I don't have to open door knobs, touch smartphones, or shake hands. It has the texture of cake icing, goes on smooth and works into the skin quickly. It has no smell I can detect. I am so glad I found this cream, it has ended years of split and cracked fingers/hands. " — T.H. Get it from Amazon for $8.87 . Our deep dive into O'Keeffe's Working Hands Cream goes into more details, so be sure to check it out. 27. Death Wish Instant Coffee Packets in case they basically need caffeine injected straight into their veins. (AKA, anyone who's in school or has a baby, or maybe both!) It does have 300 mg of caffeine per cup, so tell them to proceed accordingly. Check out a TikTok of the Deathwish Instant Coffee in action. Death Wish Coffee is a small business that specializes in coffee pods, grounds, whole beans, and more. I've tried basically all their flavors and love them. As someone who drinks a lot of coffee, I find it def adequate caffeine-wise! According to the Mayo Clinic , “up to 400 milligrams of caffeine appears to be safe for most healthy adults,” but you should talk to your doctor about what’s right for you. Promising review : "So let me start by saying that this coffee is delicious and works if you’re someone like me who wants to stay awake. I work night shifts at a hospital, and in the mornings, when I get home, I’m quite tired and sleepy. I made myself a cup of coffee and waited for it to work. Now let me tell y’all!!! This coffee kept me awake for hours!! BOY, WAS I WOWED INDEED ... best believe I went ahead and ordered three more boxes. This is now my to-go coffee if I need a BOOST!!!!!! If you like coffee and want to stay awake, then BUY THIS COFFEE!!! I’m happy I no longer have to take naps to get re-energized." — nancy Get a pack of eight from Amazon for $10.99 . 28. Nearly invisible earplugs that'll reduce extra noise at concerts, loud events, and more! Anyone who plans their social life around music festivals needs a pair. I own a pair of these and they're super comfortable, unlike other earplugs I've tried for concerts (I've been to lots of shows in my day). I wore my pair at an arm hair-shaking EDM show and can report back that they work SO well. Promising review: "I have search for something like this for 10 years, because of my tinnitus I have not been able to go to concerts or even movie theaters . Thanks to your product I am able to enjoy my favorite pastimes including karaoke with my friends with out my ears ringing all night not allowing me to sleep. Yes I was able to just use a pice of wet napkin to protect my ears but it was all or nothing. Your filters allow me to enjoy sound without damaging my ears." — Amazon Customer Get them from Amazon for $28.95 . 29. A cleaning pen can *gently* revive the look of their jewels that they DIDN'T EVEN REALIZE have grown cloudy over time. Don't worry, it's made with micro-fine cleansers, polishing agents, and a polymer for a pro-level shine at the price of your morning coffee order. Promising review: "I worked several years in a fine jewelry store that sold this product. We used the Dazzle Stik from time to time to add a quick shine to merchandise that was just tried on and on days our jeweler was not there to professionally clean items. I was always impressed with the instant shine the diamond stick provided. The brush tip is very helpful for getting under the stones and in the setting where gunk builds up reducing that brilliant shine. I recently got engaged and immediately purchased a Diamond Dazzle Stik of my own. It's the perfect way to quickly give my ring some shine before leaving the house. You simply brush, rinse, dry and go. I don't feel this product replaces the need to professionally clean your jewelry every now and then, but it does help with the maintenance of that new shiny sparkle." — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $8.02 . Check out our full review of Diamond Dazzle Stik here ! 30. A pack of moldable glue they could use a million different ways around the house, from corralling wires to sealing cracks in rain boots to mounting hardware on tile walls. Advanced silicone technology bonds permanently to almost anything, then sets strong by turning into a durable, tactile silicone rubber overnight. Bonds to glass, ceramic, wood, metal, most plastics, and more. Forms a strong bond, and allows you to mount and hang things without drilling. Holds up to 4.4 lbs. Promising review: "Got this as a gift for my gadget-crazy kids for their stockings. It was a HIT! A broken foot on the bottom of a new bathroom scale was replaced with one molded from this — and it was easy to shape well enough to maintain the level balance the scale required! Amazing stuff. Instructions are easy to follow, product it easy to use, and it works!" — A Mom Get an eight-pack from Amazon for $19.99 (available in a variety of color combos ). 31. A detangling brush made for folks with 3a–4c hair types who've more or less resigned to super painful brushing. As reviewers point out, it doesn't have to be the case! Promising review: "But my son has really thick and curly hair, no brush would be of much help with it. They would pull out his hair no matter how I brushed it. He would scream from the time he seen me coming with the brush until I was done. This brush has helped soooooo much. He will sit and watch TV every night while I brush through his hair and not mind it at all. The way the brush is designed and separates it don’t pull out his hair I love it and he loves it he even brushed his own hair with it. I definitely recommend this brush for anyone with thick curly hair!" — Danielle Beller Get it from Amazon for $7.99 (available in five colors). 32. A lil' efficient mug warmer that'll eliminate their trips to the microwave just to heat up their tea or coffee that's been sitting out awhile. Never change, slow-sippers! Promising review: "It's so nice to work on the computer and reach for the coffee ☕️ and it's still hot or warm, your choice. Great buy." — Chip Wood Get it from Amazon for $19.98 . 33. A set of eight claw clips can make getting their dirty hair outta their face THAT much easier. Or just make doing their hair period a total cinch. Reviewers with thick hair especially love these! (Psst, you could even split these up amongst several stockings.) Reviewers with all different hair types (curly, straight, thin, thick, etc.) love these clips! Promising review: "These are the best clips for long, thick hair that I've ever had. They don't let your hair slip, and hold all day. And they're very attractive. Good price, too. You won't be sorry if you buy them!" — Joanne M. Werick Get them from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in three color combinations). 34. A milk frother to help them whip up all the delish coffee drinks they're always sending you on Instagram and TikTok. Promising review: "OMG, this milk frother makes my homemade latte taste like it was made by a barista. It was perfect. So perfect that I bought a second one for my brother who loves coffee to use. I've already recommended it to some coworkers. It has changed my coffee-drinking life . This comes highly recommended." — Michelle Pirestani Get it from Amazon for $15.29 (available in 18 colors). 35. A zombie face mask will make them (briefly) look like a zombie while it goes to work tightening pores and minimizing the appearance of wrinkles. Perhaps a perfect gift for the horror *and* beauty obsessive. Promising review: "This really works. I am always skeptical of products I buy online because you can't be sure who is posting reviews but I will say that this mask does what it says it will do. I will definitely purchase again." — JEaston Get a box of eight masks from Amazon for $25 . 36. Or a six-pack of cutesy animal sheet masks if they refused to watch The Substance with you but are into a pampering sesh. You could even split these up between the whole fam's stockings! Promising review: "I use these and have bought them as gifts for friends who also love them. They are cute, and my skin looks and feels good afterward. I have extremely sensitive skin and have had no redness or problems at all with these masks! Good value." — Winter Nightsong Get them from Amazon for $13.85+ (available in six character combos). 37. An ingenious pair of *claw* gardening gloves to help 'em dig a bit more efficiently. But only after they've chased you around the house while wearing them. Promising review: "These are a game changer for gardening and the most brilliant invention ever! I love that the thumb doesn’t have a claw because I can still keep these on and pull off dead leaves. It also makes removing the plant from its planter to put in the ground easier with no thumb claw. The plastic tips are comfortable and easy to maneuver. They make digging a breeze. These pointy tips also help in pulling off dead leaves/limbs from thicker plants/bushes. My claws have yet to show signs of separation between the hard plastic tips and the rubbery fabric of the glove. So I’d absolutely say the durability surpasses most expectations. I absolutely love these gloves so much that I may even use them for doing dishes. Those claws could so easily scrape off that gunk that’s shellacked on to the dishes your teenager has stashed in their room. " — Shopaddict Get it from Amazon for $7.95+ (available in two colors and as a pack of two). 38. A six-pack of "sprout" bookmarks will keep their place(s) in the books they just got for the holidays that they're reading all at once. Promising review: "I gave these out as a gift for one of the book clubs I’m in, and they all LOVED them! I love them because they’re bendy but stiff enough to stay between the pages, if I need to put my book down quickly, it’s easy to just throw the little leaf in. It’s perfect🍃😍" — Shannon White Bear Get a six-pack from Amazon for $7.99 . 39. A set of book-shaped sponges can YES be a HINT that they could lend a hand in washing the cookie sheets later. But also, how cute! Promising review: "These sponges are adorable!! I've gotten so many compliments on them from friends and family. They're bright and look great along my sink. I haven't used them yet because I don't want to ruin them but they look like decent sponges. They're so pretty though you probably won't want to use them either! They would make a great housewarming gift!! " — EC Get a set of three from Amazon for $10 . 40. A roll-on migraine stick for anyone who's particularly headache-prone. This is small enough to keep in their pocket, bag, car, or even desk drawer for when they need it. It's made of peppermint, spearmint, and lavender oils to help deliver some cooling relief in their time of need. They just roll this stick on the back on their neck, forehead, and temples for some relief from the most annoying head pain. And don't worry about residue; the stick rolls on clear and won't leave a greasy shine. Promising review: "This stuff is my go-to fix when I feel a migraine coming on. I suffer from sinus headaches and migraines usually once or twice a week. This product I put on each temple, under my nose and on my wrists when I feel the pressure starting and it cuts the pain to a minimum. It seems to stop the worst pain before it has a chance to start. Thank you for a great product! I will buy again and again!" — Brenton1985 Get it from Amazon for $12.95 . Check out our full Migrastil Migraine Stick review for more deets! 41. A pair of ceiling fan charms to help finally settle the (mostly) internal debate of which pull string is which. They're also great if they have trouble reaching the pull strings! Promising review: "This is the definition of 'product you didn't know you needed because you didn't know it existed.' I was FOREVER pulling the wrong chain on our bedroom ceiling fan. (Want the light off? Oh no...now the fan's on high. Need to change the fan speed? Eek...now you're in the dark.) They're much better quality than I expected. They're actually quite heavy-duty pull chains, and they add a bit of fun to the decor." — LHD Get them from Amazon for $5.88+ (available in three colors and two sizes). 42. An ingenious sandwich cutter and sealer if they yearn for Uncrustables but are trying to stick to a budget. With these, they can whip 'em up and freeze them as quite possibly the best version of meal prep EVER. Promising review: " These have been a GAME CHANGER in this house!! My son has always begged me for Uncrustables but my wallet didn’t agree with them. I LOVE being able to make them at home and customize them to exactly what they would like them filled with! I make two weeks' worth of sandwiches at a time and store them in sandwich bags in the freezer so in the morning during the school year we can just grab and go! Love them!" — Katherine Smaczniak Get it from Amazon for $16.97 . 43. And a four-pack of Starbucks gift cards so everyone has something to do once they get restless from being in the house together for too long. Get them from Amazon for $40 . Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.
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Schmicko Melbourne Expands Premium Mobile Car Care Services Across Greater MelbournePostmaster General Louis DeJoy covered his ears when faced with criticism from Rep. Rich McCormick (R-GA) over his handling of the U.S. Postal Service , a move the Republican mocked and emphasized after it happened. DeJoy was testifying before the House Oversight and Accountability Committee when McCormick asked him “some very tough questions,” specifically over the USPS’s decline in efficiency delivering mail . McCormick cited how he himself had experienced difficulty in his letters getting delivered under DeJoy’s watch and detailed how businesses are now choosing not to use USPS. “I don’t understand why you give yourself an A grade, as you just stated when it comes to the delivery,” McCormick said . The lawmaker argued that DeJoy could not give himself an A grade when looking at his record, to which DeJoy claimed, “I just did.” This prompted McCormick to state that DeJoy is “graded by the United States people” who choose not to use USPS anymore, with DeJoy claiming that “the same stuff happened” before he became postmaster general and covering his ears as McCormick continued talking. "I hope you got that on camera,” McCormick said. “This is the response that the postmaster just gave Congress when he doesn't like what he hears. Literally covered his ears and gave himself the grade of A." . @RepMcCormick : "I hope you got that on camera. This is the response that the Postmaster just gave Congress when he doesn't like what he hears. Literally covered his ears and gives himself the grade of A." pic.twitter.com/sWNbQaa4xq — CSPAN (@cspan) CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM THE WASHINGTON EXAMINER After this comment, McCormick rested from speaking, with DeJoy stating “good” in response. Earlier this month, USPS suggested states change their election deadlines after 150,630 ballots went to voters too close to deadlines to be counted . Out of the 3.37 billion pieces of political mail and election mail from 2024, more than 97% of ballots got to local election officials in fewer than three days.Arkansas visits skidding Miami in battle of veteran coachesBEIRUT (AP) — Insurgents' stunning march across Syria accelerated Saturday with news that they had reached the gates of the capital and that government forces had abandoned the central city of Homs. The government was forced to deny rumors that President Bashar Assad had fled the country. The loss of Homs is a potentially crippling blow for Assad. It stands at an important intersection between Damascus, the capital, and Syria’s coastal provinces of Latakia and Tartus — the Syrian leader’s base of support and home to a Russian strategic naval base. The pro-government Sham FM news outlet reported that government forces took positions outside Syria’s third-largest city, without elaborating. Rami Abdurrahman who heads the Britain-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, said Syrian troops and members of different security agencies have withdrawn from the city, adding that rebels have entered parts of it. The insurgency announced later Saturday that it had taken over Homs. The city's capture is a major victory for the rebels, who have already seized the cities of Aleppo and Hama , as well as large parts of the south, in a lightning offensive that began Nov. 27. Analysts said rebel control of Homs would be a game-changer. The rebels' moves around Damascus, reported by the monitor and a rebel commander, came after the Syrian army withdrew from much of southern part of the country, leaving more areas, including several provincial capitals, under the control of opposition fighters. For the first time in the country’s long-running civil war, the government now has control of only three of 14 provincial capitals: Damascus, Latakia and Tartus. The advances in the past week were among the largest in recent years by opposition factions, led by a group that has its origins in al-Qaida and is considered a terrorist organization by the U.S. and the United Nations. In their push to overthrow Assad's government, the insurgents, led by the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham group, or HTS, have met little resistance from the Syrian army. The rapid rebel gains, coupled with the lack of support from Assad's erstwhile allies, posed the most serious threat to his rule since the start of the war. The U.N.’s special envoy for Syria, Geir Pedersen, on Saturday called for urgent talks in Geneva to ensure an “orderly political transition.” Speaking to reporters at the annual Doha Forum in Qatar, he said the situation in Syria was changing by the minute. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, whose country is Assad's chief international backer, said he feels “sorry for the Syrian people.” In Damascus, people rushed to stock up on supplies. Thousands went to Syria's border with Lebanon, trying to leave the country. Many shops in the capital were shuttered, a resident told The Associated Press, and those still open ran out of staples such as sugar. Some were selling items at three times the normal price. “The situation is very strange. We are not used to that,” the resident said, insisting on anonymity, fearing retributions. “People are worried whether there will be a battle (in Damascus) or not.” It was the first time that opposition forces reached the outskirts of Damascus since 2018, when Syrian troops recaptured the area following a yearslong siege. The U.N. said it was moving noncritical staff outside the country as a precaution. Syria’s state media denied social media rumors that Assad left the country, saying he is performing his duties in Damascus. He has had little, if any, help from his allies. Russia, is busy with its war in Ukraine . Lebanon’s Hezbollah, which at one point sent thousands of fighters to shore up Assad's forces, has been weakened by a yearlong conflict with Israel. Iran has seen its proxies across the region degraded by regular Israeli airstrikes. U.S. President-elect Donald Trump on Saturday posted on social media that that the United States should avoid engaging militarily in Syria. Pedersen said a date for talks in Geneva on the implementation a U.N. resolution, adopted in 2015, and calling for a Syrian-led political process, would be announced later. The resolution calls for the establishment of a transitional governing body, followed by the drafting of a new constitution and ending with U.N.-supervised elections. Later Saturday, foreign ministers and senior diplomats from eight key countries, including Saudi Arabia, Russia, Egypt, Turkey and Iran, along with Pederson, gathered on the sidelines of the Doha Summit to discuss the situation in Syria. In a statement issued late Saturday, the participants affirmed their support for a political solution to the Syrian crisis “that would lead to the end of military activity and protect civilians.” They also agreed on the importance of strengthening international efforts to increase aid to the Syrian people. Rami Abdurrahman, who heads the Britain-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, an opposition war monitor, said insurgents were in the Damascus suburbs of Maadamiyah, Jaramana and Daraya. Opposition fighters were marching toward the Damascus suburb of Harasta, he added. A commander with the insurgents, Hassan Abdul-Ghani, posted on the Telegram messaging app that opposition forces had begun the “final stage” of their offensive by encircling Damascus. HTS controls much of northwest Syria and in 2017 set up a “salvation government” to run day-to-day affairs in the region. In recent years, HTS leader Abu Mohammed al-Golani has sought to remake the group’s image, cutting ties with al-Qaida, ditching hard-line officials and vowing to embrace pluralism and religious tolerance. The shock offensive began Nov. 27, during which gunmen captured the northern city of Aleppo, Syria’s largest, and the central city of Hama , the country’s fourth largest city. Opposition activists said Saturday that a day earlier, insurgents entered Palmyra, which is home to invaluable archaeological sites had been in government hands since being taken from the Islamic State group in 2017. To the south, Syrian troops left much of the province of Quneitra including the main Baath City, activists said. Syrian Observatory said government troops have withdrawn from much of the two southern provinces. The Syrian army said in a statement that it carried out redeployment and repositioning in Sweida and Daraa after its checkpoints came under attack by “terrorists." The army said it was setting up a “strong and coherent defensive and security belt in the area,” apparently to defend Damascus from the south. The Syrian government has referred to opposition gunmen as terrorists since conflict broke out in March 2011. The foreign ministers of Iran, Russia and Turkey, meeting in Qatar, called for an end to the hostilities. Turkey is a main backer of the rebels. Qatar's top diplomat, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, criticized Assad for failing to take advantage of the lull in fighting in recent years to address the country’s underlying problems. “Assad didn’t seize this opportunity to start engaging and restoring his relationship with his people,” he said. Sheikh Mohammed said he was surprised by how quickly the rebels have advanced and said there is a real threat to Syria’s “territorial integrity.” He said the war could “damage and destroy what is left if there is no sense of urgency” to start a political process. Karam reported from London. Associated Press writers Albert Aji in Damascus, Syria; Qassim Abdul-Zahra in Baghdad; Josef Federman and Victoria Eastwood in Doha, Qatar; and Ellen Knickmeyer in Washington contributed to this report.