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PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The mood in the Eagles' locker room was a bit more bleak than it should have been for a team riding a nine-game winning streak and celebrating a franchise rushing record. Former 1,000-yard receiver DeVonta Smith — who caught a touchdown pass and not much else — was exasperated at the offensive no-show. A.J. Brown, who holds a slew of team receiving records, had as much to offer in his sour postgame interview as he did on the field when he was held to four catches. This was the sullen attitude of a team still in the hunt for a top seed in the NFC? Here's the good news for the Philadelphia: Saquon Barkley rushed for 124 yards to break the Eagles season record , and Jalen Hurts threw two touchdown passes and ran for a score in Sunday's 22-16 win over the Carolina Panthers. Barkley's consistent brilliance aside, Hurts and the Eagles slogged through another rough offensive outing. “Everybody has a reason to want more,” Hurts said. The Eagles (11-2) maintained their position as the No. 2 team in the NFC, behind Detroit (12-1), after a mostly lethargic effort against the Panthers (3-10). Hurts’ passing numbers were a pedestrian 14 of 21 for 108 yards. Brown had four catches for 43 yards — and threw his helmet in anger after a three-and-out — and Smith had four catches for 37 yards. What do the Eagles need to improve on? “Passing,” Brown deadpanned. How tough was it for the receivers to find a rhythm? “Incredibly tough,” he said. Hurts didn't do enough to get Smith and Brown involved, one reason why the lowly Panthers stayed in striking distance until the final possession. He took four sacks. He held the ball too long as open receivers ran with their arms up trying to get their QB's attention. “I play my role in how we execute,” Hurts said. “But ultimately it's about what position we put ourselves in. It's not my choice.” That message will surely reverberate through coach Nick Sirianni and offensive coordinator Kellen Moore's offices this week. “I think that’s fair that the questions are about our pass game right now,” Sirianni said. The Eagles at least had Barkley to bail them out. Barkley added another milestone in his MVP push when he used a 9-yard run in the fourth quarter to surpass LeSean McCoy's Eagles record of 1,607 yards, set in 2013. Barkley now has 1,623 yards with four games left. “How cool is it that we have a team rushing record in Week 13?” Sirianni said. Hurts had flashes of form, like when he hit Grant Calcaterra with a 4-yard TD pass and Barkley ran in the 2-point conversion for a 22-16 lead early in the fourth. Bryce Young gamely moved the Panthers into Eagles territory on the final drive. He completed a 13-yard pass on fourth down that moved the ball to the 38, and a second-down pass to Xavier Legette gave the Eagles a brief scare when the receiver seemed to have the ball in the end zone. He didn't. Young eluded a pass rush on fourth down but his final attempt was incomplete. He finished 19 of 34 for 191 yards. Panthers coach Dave Canales said Legette “absolutely” had to make the catch. “That’s a big play we’re counting on. He’d be the first one to tell you he’s got to make that play,” Canales said. “Bryce steps up, makes a beautiful throw in the situation. We had the coverage we wanted, all that. Those are the plays that we’ve just got to find a way to make for us to get back on the winning column.” A 12 1/2-point underdog according to BetMGM Sportsbook, the Panthers played more like a team with playoff seeding at stake. Chuba Hubbard, who rushed for 92 yards and topped 1,000 on the season, made it 16-14 on a 1-yard run in the third quarter. 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Their challenge now is getting the receivers' production up — and getting them happy — headed into the postseason. “Let the dissatisfaction fuel you for more,” Hurts said. “I think that’s always a fair place to be. And so we know there’s more out there for us, and we’re in pursuit of trying to find it.” Panthers kickoff and punt returner Raheem Blackshear suffered a chest injury. ... RB Jonathon Brooks left with a right knee injury — the same knee in which he tore the ACL last year with Texas. The Panthers had been very cautious bringing the second-round pick along. ... CB Jaycee Horn hurt his groin. Panthers: Host Dallas next Sunday. Eagles: Host cross-state rival Pittsburgh next Sunday. AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl
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1. A Comfy that'll give them the comfort of a hoodie and the warmth of a blanket — who could possibly hate the epitome of coziness? Promising review: "I bought this for my dad for Christmas. He is extremely hard to buy for. I knew this would be something he loves or never wears. He is always really cold. He works from home and so I got him this in hopes he could stay warm and still be able to do video on his calls. I hit a home run! He loves it. It’s so soft and warm and it’s surprisingly stylish. It’s the perfect warmth for him so he doesn’t have to continually turn a space heater on and off to keep the room at the right temp. It would be perfect for relaxing around the house while staying warm and not having to continually readjust a blanket." — Katie M Get it from Amazon for $49.99+ (available in 28 styles). 2. A cult-favorite candle which radiates luxurious vibes without even being lit, thanks to the gorgeous jar and bold scent. When they *do* light this bad boy, it'll give off a captivating aroma of jasmine, oud, and sandalwood — giving their home a warm and delightful feeling. Lulu Candles is a US-based small business specializing in scented candles and perfumes. Promising review : "I’ve enjoyed these candles for almost five years. They are a delightful scent, and I will use no other. People often comment about how nice my house smells. Even when the candles aren’t lit, there is a lovely scent remaining ." — Jane Brown Get it from Amazon for $16.95+ (available in six sizes, gift box options, packs of two, and various other scents). 3. An original Kit-Cat clock that's a little expensive but will be 100% worth it when you see the smile on their face after they unwrap this lil' cutie. Promising review : "Wanted one of these since I was a child 65 years ago! Finally bought one for myself. Arrived in perfect condition which is what I expected from Museum of Modern Art. Will really enjoy having this on my wall!" — Ned C. MoMA Shipping Info: $7.95 Flat standard shipping fee on all orders. Express and Overnight delivery options are also available at an additional cost. See MoMA Design Store's full shipping policy here . Get it from MoMA Design Store for $50 or Amazon for $59.99 (available in 15 colors). 4. Emotional support plushies to comfort them when they're feeling a little down. There are so many options to choose from — like some ~berry~ adorable strawberries, cheery chickies, and (my fave) some juicy dumplings! Promising review: "I got this for a coworker who had been stressed out lately and happens to love chicken tenders/nuggets. She loves it and has kept it in her office. Everyone comments on how cute the nuggets are and can’t resist picking them up." — pantone76 Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in 14 styles). 5. Pillowy slippers that must have been made by the comfort gods themselves because over 700 reviewers say they're like walking on clouds ☁️ and as a proud owner of a pair myself, I wholeheartedly agree with that. I recently purchased a pair of these (but will not be including a pic because my feet are looking a lil' yeesh 😬 right now) and I swear it was the best purchase I've made this year — not to be dramatic or anything. I needed some summer shoes because I've been running errands in my Uggs, and in 90-degree weather...that's not very fun, to say the least. These babies are the softest things EVER; I'm not even exaggerating. Every step I take feels like I'm being cushioned by the spongiest cloud, and TBH, it's pretty freaking comforting. I wear them to run errands, during casual outings, and even on my hot girl walks! Promising review: "These are probably the most comfortable slippers I have ever worn. It's like walking on clouds. They are very soft but still give excellent support. When walking on hardwood or tile floors they are very quiet. No one will hear you coming. I purchased two pairs. One for me and one for my partner. We both love them and highly recommend them to anyone." — Robert Get them from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in women's sizes 4–16, men's sizes 3–14, and 14 colors). 6. The Book of Unusual Knowledge , a tome filled with quite entertaining and interesting facts. I mean, they don't NEED to know food name origins, but it sure would be a neat party trick for them to say, "Deviled eggs got their name because they were devilishly spicy." 🤓☝️ Promising review: "This book has more tidbits of information than you can shake a stick at. This is a large tome with information on some things you are already aware of and some that you are not. I didn't read this all at once; it's a good book to pick up for an hour just to relax the mind and get away from what is going on around you." — Gary M. Buyachek Get it from Amazon for $14.99 . 7. An instant camera so their only source of pictures aren't from their phone. It instantly prints pictures onto individual film sheets so they can hang them up on their wall right away. Plus, it comes with a selfie mode — I mean, who doesn't like a good selfie? It doesn't come with film, but you can check out options with a Toy Story border, a rainbow border, or plain ones ! Promising review: "Great picture quality and nice little updates to the body! Bought this as a gift for my 12-year-old daughter and it has been a huge time killer for quarantine. We love it and will be buying a second one for myself!" — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $75.92+ (available in five colors). 8. The famous nonstick ceramic Always Pan (the 2.0 version!) that's made with nontoxic ceramic materials. They'll be able to replace up to 10 pieces of their boring ol' cookware because this bad boy can do it all! The best part? The ~eye-catching~ colors they come in. It comes with a steamer basket, pouring spout, and a nesting spatula with a rest. They can even put it in the oven — talk about versatility! What makes the 2.0 version different? They've upgraded the nonstick to last 50% longer and it's oven-safe to 450°! Our Place is a POC-owned business based in Los Angeles. All of their boxes are packaged with biodegradable and recyclable materials, and the Always Pan is made in a woman-owned factory in China . Promising review: "My Always Pan is going to be my new favorite cooking ware. Super versatile and absolutely beautiful. Love the functionality that it possesses and the versatility range; someone really thought about all the best ways to cook with this! Safe, easy to clean, and beautiful to look at! Makes you want to cook more delicious meals all day long! Shipping took a while because I preordered, but I was happy to wait!" — Celyn V. Get it from Our Place for $150 (available in seven colors and also in mini and large). Shipping info: In-stock products take up to two business days for processing and typically 1–7 business days for delivery . Expedited 2–3 day shipping options are available at additional cost. Check out our Always Pan review (number four in the post) from one of my BuzzFeed colleagues to learn more! 9. A heated massager so they can relieve all their stress when they come home from work. They can use it on their back, neck, legs, and even their feet so they can knead out all those knots. Promising review: "I have horrific tension headaches and migraines. This thing melts them away so quickly. You can adjust the pressure by pulling on the handles or lying back into it. The heat is just enough to relax. I went around and around trying to decide if something like this was worth it and I finally just decided to try it. Trust me; buy the massager!" — Kelly Dyer Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (available in four colors). 10. A little journal that no one could be picky about, because it's a book filled with reasons why you love them. There are versions for all kinds of people in your life, from your parents to your bestie! They're filled with 50 fill-in-the-blank prompts so you can create sentimental, personalized gifts for the special people in your life! Promising review: "This makes an excellent gift for someone you care about. The more time you put into creating it the more special it is. It does take some time, so don't buy it unless you are committed to filling it out." — California Get it from Amazon for $9.95 (available in so many themes here , from mom to grandpa to teacher). 11. A set of affordable, highly popular wireless Bluetooth earbuds to bump to "Cruel Summer," and guess what?! These are completely waterproof. These pair easily and they'll get up to 10 hours of playtime (45 hours with the wireless charging case)! Promising review: "Best decision! These are the greatest headphones ever! I saw them on TikTok months ago and added them to my wishlist. I got a new phone that doesn't have the headphone port, so I decided it was time to finally buy them. They are amazing, and I probably won't ever take them out of my ears! 😂" — Kate Arnold Get it from Amazon $24.99+ (available in six colors). 12. And an AirFly Pro wireless transmitter so the next time they're on a plane, they don't have to pay for a pair of wired headphones if they only have AirPods or other wireless headphones. They just need Bluetooth to connect their listening device to the transmitter and insert it into any audio jack! Twelve South is a husband-and-wife-owned biz based in Charleston, South Carolina, with just 20 team members! They've been designing accessories inspired by and made for Apple products since 2009. Promising review: "Ever since I purchased my wireless Bose earbuds , I always hated having to use another set when I was on an airplane with the seat-back entertainment system. I tried many different models to connect the system to my Bluetooth headsets until I came across this one, and it is amazing! It seamlessly connects to my headset — very clear and reliable audio, and it takes the stress away from carrying multiple headsets! Thank you!!!" — Ryan Malloy Get it from Amazon for $54.99 (available in two colors and three other models). 13. A Christmas gift basket that's filled with the most scrumptious treats to fulfill anyone's sweet or savory tooth. The basket includes: a few pears, dark chocolate Moose Munch, raspberry-filled shortbread cookies, yogurt-covered pretzels, Gouda, tree-shaped crackers, milk chocolate-covered almonds, dark chocolate peppermint bark, and all kinds of chocolate truffles!! Did I just drool a little? Yes. Promising review: "My brother and his family really enjoyed the variety of items in the basket. He said there was something for everyone to enjoy!" — Sandra S. Shipping info: Products take up to 4–7 business days for delivery . Expedited 2–3 day shipping options are available at additional cost. Order by 12/19 to get orders by Christmas with standard shipping. Get it from Henry & David for $89.99 , and check out all their other baskets here ! 14. An Owala FreeSip tumbler offering all the benefits of a Stanley without the spills. What sets this bb apart from all the other bottles out there is its spout — they can either drink through a straw or tilt it back to chug. Plus, they'll never have to painfully sip on a lukewarm bev again because it keeps drinks cold for up to 24 hours with its triple-layer insulation. I've been wanting to get an Owala for the longest time because one, I'm a sucker for colorful things and two, I'm obsessed with water bottles. With that being said, I didn't need another bottle, and my friends kept telling me it was a waste of money to get one. Obviously, I didn't listen to them and caved and I'm not even kidding you, this is the one water bottle I bring with me EVERYWHERE. I've tried the Hydro Flask bottle and tumbler , HydroJug , and Stanley — I love them all, but I hate to say, the Owala just reigns supreme. My fave feature has to be the straw because not only does sipping require less effort, but it's so much easier to drink while walking or in the car (aka no more dribbles!). It's basically like having a tumbler with a lid. Seriously, whoever invented the Owala is an absolute genius. I recently went to the Bahamas and brought it everywhere with me and let me tell you, my water stayed cold the entiiiiire day. It's also so easy to carry around thanks to the loop and when you want to put it in your bag, just push the loop down and it'll lock the lid in place, GENIUS! Promising review: "Without a doubt everyone has heard the uproar over huge insulated cup brands using lead to make their cups. If that is a concern for you, then there is no need to worry about this one. This cup is made lead-free and works phenomenally! I always put ice in my Owala with my water and notice that all the ice is still there over a span of 48 hours and still freezing cold ." — DietDrKelp069 Get a 24-ounce tumbler from Amazon for $27.99 (available in three sizes and 22 colors ). 15. Or an insulated tumbler that comes in so many gorgeous designs, you'll no doubt find the perfect one for them. Aside from it looking absolutely ~fab~, it'll keep their drinks cold for up to 20 hours *AND* it's leakproof! Stanley Cup, who? It'll also keep drinks hot for up to five hours and comes with a straw lid with two straws as well as a flip lid! Promising review: "Love the spillproof lid so I can toss it in my bag after it's empty without leaking. Keeps things warm for a long time, and the lid is easy to open and drink from. Bought a few as gifts because I love mine so much. The B&W one is nice looking and has a matte finish. The teal/navy and pink/purple colors are beautiful." — AndieR Get it from Amazon for $19.94+ (available in 16 designs and three sizes). 16. A Birthdate candle because zodiacs are the talk of the town right now. They'll get a personalized label and scent based on what day of the year they were born! The label includes their star sign, ruling number, ruling planet, personality description, 2024 horoscope, tarot card, and their strengths and weaknesses based on the zodiac. Birthdate Co. is a small business hand-pouring candles in the Northeastern US. Promising review: "I ordered two of these and they were great hits with my friends. I’ve just ordered four more! They really make perfect personalized gifts!" — Pamela M. Shipping info: Since every candle is personalized to the day, it can take up to 1 week after ordering for them to ship . Expedited 1–2 day shipping is available for an additional cost. Get it from Birthdate Co. for $44.99 (originally $54.99). 17. A sophisticated glass that's etched with their home town to let them know home is always where the *drink* is. Promising review: "Great gift. Recipient was super excited and instantly started identifying places on the map!" — ks2019 Shipping info: Usually ships within 24 hours and shipping is free with Uncommon Perks membership. Expedited shipping also available for an additional cost. Get it from Uncommon Goods for $20 (available in a ton of major cities). 18. A splurge-worthy towel warmer to give your dear ones an at-home, 5-star spa experience because no one can turn down the feeling of a warm, snuggly towel. Who's winning gift-giving this year? You. It fits two large bath towels at a time and they can program the heat in 15-minute intervals up to an hour. Promising review: "Absolutely love this warmer. I got this as a Christmas present for myself and use it every time I shower. It is definitely worth the price. I usually put clothing inside first, unravel a towel, and place it in next, then turn the warmer on before I shower. In 15–20 minutes, the towel is HOT. If you’re contemplating purchasing this warmer, do yourself a favor and submit your payment ASAP!" — Brittvny Thomvs Get it from Amazon for $139.99 (available in gray and white). 19. A classic Kate Spade bangle that is inscribed with the cutest message that says "heart of gold," because that's what they have. Plus, it's such a simple piece of jewelry, it'll go with anything and everything. Promising review: "The perfect gift. If you are looking for a simple quality gift for the wife this is it. She loved this. I was impressed by the quality of the finish at this low price. I could not be happier about this purchase and highly recommend to anyone looking to make a big splash for a lower price point." — Andrew B Get it from Amazon for $32 (available in three finishes). 20. A cloud squiggle tray to keep their bits and bobbles safe on their bedside table so they don't have to search high and low for their jewelry when they're getting ready to go to work the next morning. Promising review: "Love this! I wanted a cute dish to sit keys and bracelets on. This works perfectly! The color and quality is perfect! Heavy enough not to slide off when my cat jumps next to it, too! Would make a cute gift too!" — Arizona Williams Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in eight colors/shapes). 21. Or an initial trinket dish because everything is better when it's personalized. Plus, the gold trim and letter are so gosh darn darling — eek, I'm obsessed! Promising review: "I recently purchased this jewelry tray for my girlfriend, and I must say, it exceeded my expectations. The personalized touch was a hit, adding a sentimental value that made the gift extra special. The color scheme is tasteful and adds a touch of elegance to her dresser. In terms of functionality, this tray is a winner. Despite its compact size, it holds all her favorite jewelry pieces without crowding the space. Plus, the quality is top-notch. It feels sturdy and well-made , reassuring me that it'll last a long time. Honestly, I couldn't find any downsides to this tray. I t's stylish, practical, and well-crafted — all at a reasonable price. If you're looking for a thoughtful gift or just want to organize your jewelry in style, I highly recommend. You won't be disappointed." — Steve J. Get it from Amazon for $15.99 (available in 26 letters). 22. A pom-pom throw that is EXTREMELY soft and fluffy, perfect for cozying up on the couch — that is, if they can steal it back from their dog, who's going to fall in love with it. Promising review: "I love this blanket! It’s incredibly soft, not overly heavy, and fits my tall husband. I bought this blanket to accent our bedding, and my husband has now claimed it as his. I also like that it hasn’t lost its softness even after washing, probably close to 10x now. Would definitely recommend and buy again!" — Hannah Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in three sizes and 20 colors). 23. A handheld milk frother to give them a deluxe cafe experience from the comfort of their own home. With just a push of a button, they'll be able to whisk up foamy goodness in seconds and save countless trips to Starbucks. They'll be thanking you a *latte*! Promising review: " Best frother that I've ever used...very comfortable to use and powerful, too. Got this to replace another branded one that zonked out on me after only a couple of months. Love love this frother. I use it to 'blend' my morning coffee with coconut oil . This frother is more powerful than my last. The stand is a nice little bonus to keep the frother off the table and from rolling off the counter. The handle is very comfortable to hold. The back (if the label is facing you), has an index finger rest. I highly recommend this frother." — N Duong Get it from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in 25 colors). 24. An *ingenious* fruit-infuser water bottle that adds a little ~twist~ on plain ol' water. It'll add a hint of fruity flavor to their agua and comes with a time marker so they can keep track of their hydration! It comes with an insulation sleeve, cleaning brush, and recipe booklet! Here's what BuzzFeed Shopping writer Brittany Ross has to say about it: "I am one of those people who has, until recently, gone through life thinking, 'Why would I drink water when there are other beverages that actually taste good to be had?' Well, I received this gizmo as a birthday gift from my water-loving husband as a not-so-subtle hint to change my ways, and lo and behold, it's been a revelation. I often have lemon remnants left over from cooking and baking, and they're the perfect things to throw into the infuser section of the bottle to liven things up. It's amazing what a little fruitiness can do — I can guzzle a whole bottle easily! Plus, it's much easier to clean than you'd think (each section comes apart and there's an included brush!), and there's a grippy section on the side so it doesn't slip out of your hand. Oh, and did I mention it has not ever leaked?! 10/10, no notes, buy it NOW!!!" Promising review: "This water bottle is my new best friend! Really, I don’t leave the house without it. It’s helping me drink more water and I love that I can use all the parts of a fruit to flavor my water, no waste! The bottle is easy to clean and the handle is perfect for when you have your hands full. Very happy with my purchase!" — Laura L. Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in six colors). 25. A heating pad for their sore neck, back, and honestly entire body that has been working too hard. It heats up in just 20 seconds and will help relieve any tension that's been living within them. Promising review: "This is the best heating pad I have ever bought. It is the perfect size and so soft. The 12 levels of temperature control are perfect. In the past I have had heating pads that are either surface of the sun hot or you can't tell they are even on. I would absolutely recommend this one!" — Kim Deal Get it from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in three styles). 26. A lustrous wine-chilling bucket that looks even better than the one at the Ritz (maybe). It'll keep their vino cold for up to two hours — that should be plenty of time, right? It can fit practically any 750-milliliter bottle of wine. Promising review: "Top marks! This wine/bottle cooler is both an elegant AND practical addition for any occasion where you want cooled wine, champagne, or other beverages close at hand. I used it at Thanksgiving for the first time and my company remarked how nice it looked. I like its 'clean' elegant design and it’s more effective than what I’ve used in the past. I also think it would make a lovely hostess or holiday gift!" — Bev Get it from Amazon for $30.99+ (available in stainless steel or a copper finish). 27. An artisan-crafted wooden tortilla press because the only thing better than street tacos are 100% homemade tacos, with ZERO rolling required. This is perfect if they're especially picky about their food (I'm looking at you, hard shell tacos). Central Coast Woodworks is a small biz based in Orcutt, California, that makes tortilla presses you'll want to keep out on your counter at all times just so you can admire them. Keep in mind that the tortilla press is meant for making corn tortillas, not flour ones. Promising review: "I’ve been watching the Mexican cooking class on MasterClass and after the lesson on tortillas, I knew I wanted to try to make my own. I’d read you can use two cutting boards, so I tried that first, and while it worked, it definitely wasn’t quick and easy. So I looked online to see what I could find. In the class, she uses a wooden press, so I knew what I wanted, but I did look at the cast iron ones as well. The reviews on the cast iron presses would have comments about the handle breaking off or other issues with the press, so I decided to look for something I’d enjoy using and that would look nice on my countertop. I knew I wanted this one as soon as I saw it, and the reviews just confirmed it. I could hardly wait during the week it took to receive my order, but it definitely was worth the wait. We’ve used this every day since receiving it and absolutely love the results. The tortillas come out perfect every time ." — T. Bramhall Get it from Central Coast Woodworks on Amazon Handmade for $79.99 . 28. A sleek diffuser and humidifier to make their home smell so amazing with essential oils . IDK what'll be more mesmerizing, the smell or how it'll look. According to Johns Hopkins , you may want to avoid diffusing oils around larger groups and young children because of the side effects of different oils. You may also want to avoid using an oil diffuser around pets with breathing problems, according to the ASPCA . It has seven different color settings! Promising reviews : "This is a really good little humidifier for a small office space. It's sleek and looks pretty sitting on my desk. Sometimes I just use it for the light because it's so pretty. I normally add a few drops of oil to it, and it diffuses the perfect amount." — Lacey C. Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in five styles). 29. A pack of hidden pocket scrunchies because watching them struggle to carry their necessities when they don't have pockets pains you. The hidden zipper in these will allow them to tuck their keys and cash inside! Who would want to carry a purse when they could bring this nifty thing with them? They're less likely to lose this than a coin purse, since they can wear it in their hair or on their wrist. Promising review: "I love this idea! These scrunchies are very convenient when I go to the gym since I hate carrying around my keys and chapstick. The colors are fun and the band that is used is great for thick hair! The scrunchies stretch very well and hold my hair without falling off. I am very satisfied with the product and I would recommend!" — Ossiris Acevedo Get a three-pack from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in six color assortments). 30. A stainless-steel rainfall showerhead for a luxurious at-home pamper for a *fraction* of the price of going to the spa. They can pretend they're standing in the Amazon Rainforest but with more warmth and less bugs. Promising review: "This is a beautiful showerhead, very thin, but feels quite sturdy and heavy. Installation took no more than five minutes. The showerhead has a very smooth, highly polished, mirror-like chrome finish. It gives a satisfying showering experience without wasting too much water. Absolutely no leaks whatsoever. Everybody in our family said they liked it. What else is there to say about a showerhead?" — Sadda Reddy Get it from Amazon for $21.74+ (available in four sizes and four finishes). 31. A three-pack of color drip candles that may look plain ol' boring at first, but when they're lit, they'll slowly melt to reveal more and more hues, creating a stunning masterpiece! Here are some holders that you can gift as a set! Promising review: "Love these candles! Don't be deterred by the candles out the box, though they are mostly white on the outside there are lots of primary color pockets on the inside. They do take a while to burn (three to four hours, by my count) but the results are by far worth being patient for. As the flame works through the candle, the primary color pockets blend with the white as well as with each other to create a wide range of colors...I've seen yellows, oranges, reds, pinks, greens, and blues on my finished bottles." — 5ammosh Get six candles from Amazon for $14.99 . Reviews in this post have been edited for length and clarity.
President-elect Donald Trump’s lawyers urge judge to toss his hush money convictionMENLO PARK, Calif. , Dec. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- GRAIL, Inc. (Nasdaq: GRAL ), a healthcare company whose mission is to detect cancer early when it can be cured, today announced that it has granted equity awards in the form of restricted stock units ("RSUs") underlying an aggregate of 115,093 shares of GRAIL's common stock to 46 recently hired non-executive employees as an inducement material to their acceptance of employment with GRAIL. The employment inducement awards were granted under GRAIL's Inducement Equity Incentive Plan and related form of restricted stock award agreement in accordance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4). The inducement plan is used exclusively for the grant of equity awards to individuals who were not previously employees of GRAIL, or following a bona fide period of non-employment, as an inducement material to such individuals entering into employment with GRAIL, pursuant to Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4). The RSUs vest over an approximately four year period, with 25% of the award vesting November 30, 2025 , and on each one year anniversary of those respective dates thereafter, subject to continued employment with GRAIL (or any successor to or subsidiary of the Company) through the vesting dates. About GRAIL GRAIL is a healthcare company whose mission is to detect cancer early, when it can be cured. GRAIL is focused on alleviating the global burden of cancer by using the power of next-generation sequencing, population-scale clinical studies, and state-of-the-art machine learning, software, and automation to detect and identify multiple deadly cancer types in earlier stages. GRAIL's targeted methylation-based platform can support the continuum of care for screening and precision oncology, including multi-cancer early detection in symptomatic patients, risk stratification, minimal residual disease detection, biomarker subtyping, treatment and recurrence monitoring. GRAIL is headquartered in Menlo Park, CA with locations in Washington, D.C. , North Carolina , and the United Kingdom . For more information, visit grail.com . SOURCE GRAIL, Inc.
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NEW YORK (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump’s lawyers formally asked a judge Monday to throw out his hush money criminal conviction, arguing continuing the case would present unconstitutional “disruptions to the institution of the Presidency.“ In a filing made public Tuesday, Trump’s lawyers told Manhattan Judge Juan M. Merchan that dismissal is warranted because of the extraordinary circumstances of his impending return to the White House. “Wrongly continuing proceedings in this failed lawfare case disrupts President Trump’s transition efforts,” the attorneys continued, before citing the “overwhelming national mandate granted to him by the American people on November 5, 2024.” Prosecutors will have until Dec. 9 to respond. They have said they will fight any efforts to dismiss the case but have indicated openness to delaying sentencing until after Trump’s second term ends in 2029. Following Trump’s election victory last month, Merchan halted proceedings and indefinitely postponed his sentencing, previously scheduled for late November, to allow the defense and prosecution to weigh in on the future of the case. He also delayed a decision on Trump’s prior bid to dismiss the case on immunity grounds. Trump has been fighting for months to reverse the conviction, which involved efforts to conceal a $130,000 payment to porn actor Stormy Daniels, whose affair allegations threatened to disrupt his 2016 campaign. He has denied any wrongdoing. Trump takes office Jan. 20. Merchan hasn’t set a timetable for a decision. A dismissal would erase Trump’s historic conviction, sparing him the cloud of a criminal record and possible prison sentence. Trump is the first former president to be convicted of a crime and the first convicted criminal to be elected to the office. Merchan could also decide to uphold the verdict and proceed to sentencing, delay the case until Trump leaves office, wait until a federal appeals court rules on Trump’s parallel effort to get the case moved out of state court or choose some other option.