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NEW YORK (AP) — Sean “Diddy” Combs was denied bail on Wednesday as he awaits a May sex trafficking trial by a judge who cited evidence showing him to be a serious risk of witness tampering and proof that he has violated regulations in jail. U.S. District Judge Arun Subramanian made the decision in a written ruling following a bail hearing last week, when lawyers for the hip-hop mogul argued that a $50 million bail package they proposed would be sufficient to ensure Combs doesn’t flee and doesn’t try to intimidate prospective trial witnesses. Two other judges previously had been persuaded by prosecutors’ arguments that the Bad Boy Records founder was a danger to the community if he is not behind bars. Lawyers did not immediately respond to messages seeking comment on the decision. Combs, 55, has pleaded not guilty to charges that he coerced and abused women for years, aided by associates and employees. An indictment alleges that he silenced victims through blackmail and violence, including kidnapping, arson and physical beatings. A federal appeals court judge last month denied Combs’ immediate release while a three-judge panel of the 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Manhattan considers his bail request. Prosecutors have insisted that no bail conditions would be sufficient to protect the public and prevent the “I'll Be Missing You” singer from fleeing. They say that even in a federal lockup in Brooklyn, Combs has orchestrated social media campaigns designed to influence prospective jurors and tried to publicly leak materials he thinks can help his case. They say he also has contacted potential witnesses through third parties. Lawyers for Combs say any alleged sexual abuse described in the indictment occurred during consensual relations between adults and that new evidence refutes allegations that Combs used his “power and prestige” to induce female victims into drugged-up, elaborately produced sexual performances with male sex workers known as “Freak Offs.” Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission. Get local news delivered to your inbox!
Luke Humphries defeats Luke Littler to retain Players Championship Finals titleWASHINGTON — President Joe Biden faces a stark choice as he contemplates broad preemptive pardons to protect aides and allies from potential retribution by Donald Trump: Does he hew to the institutional norms he’s spent decades defending or flex the powers of the presidency in untested ways? The deliberations so far are largely at the level of White House lawyers. But the president discussed the topic with senior aides, according to two people familiar with the matter who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss. No decisions have been made, the people said, and it is possible Biden opts to do nothing at all. President Joe Biden speaks Thursday during a tree-lighting ceremony on the Ellipse near the White House in Washington. Biden is taking the idea seriously and has been thinking about it for as much as six months — before the presidential election — but has been concerned about the precedent it would set, according to another person familiar with the president’s discussions who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity. People are also reading... Statesville native Tomlin leads Delaware State to MEAC volleyball title, NCAA berth Top vote-getter Houpe: Why am I not chairman of Iredell board of commissioners? Trump, Musk can learn from North Carolina, Raleigh writer says 4 pounds of marijuana, gun seized by Mooresville police officers Letter to the editor: Charging kids to play baseball at Jennings Park is poor idea Iredell-Statesville Schools closed Tuesday due to snow, ice Tiny, 4 more dogs seeking homes at Iredell County Animal Services Iredell County deputies charge 7 people in drug trafficking investigation New school chairman rules 2 fellow board members out of order in Iredell North Dakota man brings shed-building expertise to Troutman 3 Eagle Scouts and 1 grateful Iredell County resident Get to know Mooresville basketball player Cadence Lane Mooresville’s bid to topple No. 3 seed East Forsyth comes up short in third round Iredell County woman celebrates $100,000 scratch-off win Lake Norman residents voice concerns with Marshall Steam Station changes Pardons are historically afforded to those accused of specific crimes — and usually to those who have already been convicted of an offense — but Biden’s team is considering issuing them for some who have not even been investigated, let alone charged. The president could, if he chooses, issue blanket pardons to specific people whom Trump and his allies threatened to punish. Or he could pardon a broad class of people — not unlike pardons issued to those convicted of federal marijuana offenses or those ensnared in the “don't ask, don't tell” military policies. A federal judge rebuked President Joe Biden's pardon for his son, Hunter, who the president claims was unfairly prosecuted. Either way, he'd be using the powers of the presidency in a new way. Some worry that Trump and his allies, who talked of enemies lists and exacting “retribution,” could launch investigations that would be reputationally and financially costly for targeted people even if they don’t result in prosecutions. Biden already extended a broad pardon to his son, Hunter , who was convicted and pleaded guilty in tax and gun cases. He explained that decision by saying he believed the prosecution of his son was poisoned by politics. White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said Friday that Biden plans additional pardons before leaving office, though she would not elaborate on the process. She referenced “changing factors” that motivated the president to pardon his son despite promising he wouldn’t. She said Republicans continued to try to see Hunter Biden investigated for an array of alleged offenses, a rationale that could support additional pardons for Biden aides and allies. White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre speaks Friday during the daily briefing at the White House in Washington. It was two weeks ago that one of the president’s closest allies in Congress, Rep, Jim Clyburn of South Carolina, encouraged Biden to pardon his son Hunter. The morning after that conversation, Clyburn told Biden’s staff that he believed the president should also pardon those being targeted by Trump. “I was very forceful in my discussions with him about what I thought he ought to do regarding his son,” Clyburn said Friday. “But I also told them that I thought he ought to go even further, because all the noise about Jack Smith and Liz Cheney and Doctor Fauci and all of that.” Special Counsel Jack Smith has been investigating Trump for his efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election and for accusations he hoarded classified documents at his home. Liz Cheney, a conservative Republican , was the vice chairwoman of the congressional committee investigating the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol insurrection and campaigned for Vice President Kamala Harris. Fauci, an infectious-disease expert, was instrumental in the government's response to the coronavirus. All raised the ire of Trump. President-elect Donald Trump criticized President Joe Biden's decision to pardon Hunter Biden for federal gun and tax convictions, calling it a "miscarriage of justice." Trump highlighted individuals imprisoned for the January 6th Capitol riots, questioning whether they were included in Biden's pardon. Trump suggested he might consider pardoning Hunter Biden during an interview in October, expressing concern over its impact on the country. Hunter Biden's pardon prevents significant prison time, as he faced nearly forty years for gun and tax-related convictions. Clyburn said he told Biden’s team, only half jokingly, that because the Supreme Court already said the president has certain immunities, “let’s give that same immunity to Jack Smith for carrying out his duties and to, Doctor Fauci, Liz Cheney, they were carrying out their duties.” Among those mentioned publicly for possible presidential pardons, there are different sentiments on whether pardons would even be wanted. Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi supported the president’s move to pardon his son, but was silent on the speculation that Biden is considering additional pardons for her or others. A top Pelosi ally, Rep. Adam Schiff, the Democratic congressman who led Trump’s first impeachment, panned the idea of pardoning Biden's allies. He says “the courts are strong enough to withstand” the worst of Trump’s threats. “I don’t think a preemptive pardon makes sense,” the incoming senator told NPR recently. “I would urge the president not to do that. I think it would seem defensive and unnecessary,” Schiff said. Several people on President-elect Donald Trump's team are reportedly supporting efforts to make an Edward Snowden pardon happen. Democratic Rep. Jamie Raskin, the lead manager on Trump’s second impeachment on the charge of inciting the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection at the Capitol, said the speech and debate clause in the Constitution already protects members of Congress from prosecution for participating in their legislative duties. Raskin said figures like Mark Milley, the former chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and John Kelly , Trump's former White House chief of staff, would similarly be protected by the First Amendment. Still, Raskin said the question is, “Should they go through the criminal investigation and prosecution for not doing anything wrong? I think that’s why this whole issue has erupted.” Raksin added that with Trump promising to pardon hundreds of people who assaulted police officers on Jan. 6, “I can hardly fault President Biden for exploring the use of the pardon to protect people from a fraudulent and unjust prosecution.” House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries said he’s had no conversations with the White House regarding any preemptive pardons for current or former members of Congress. Trump's FBI pick has plans to reshape the bureau. This is what Kash Patel has said he wants to do By ERIC TUCKER - Associated Press PHOTOS: The top images from the 2024 elections Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump is surrounded by U.S. Secret Service agents at a campaign rally, Saturday, July 13, 2024, in Butler, Pa. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci) President Joe Biden walks to the Oval Office after attending the House Democratic Caucus Issues Conference, Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024, in Washington. 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Last Word Before Aviva Perlo settled in Philadelphia, the author, educator and social worker described herself as a “wandering Jew.” After moving throughout the country, the Texas native decided one day to outline exactly what she wanted in the place she would settle down in and call home: she came up with diversity, creativity, a healthy Jewish community, universities, tradition and trees. She also wanted a place with plenty of museums, affordable housing and a healthy amount of social justice advocacy. “Philadelphia fit my bill,” she said, smiling. Perlo moved to the City of Brotherly Love about 20 years ago, fell in love with it quickly and has stayed in love with it since. As someone who comes from a state and region that isn’t exactly bustling with Jewish life, Perlo said she has found herself energized by the large Jewish community of Philadelphia. “I didn’t know that the options for Jewish life in Philadelphia were so extensive,” she said. “I love that I can hop on a train and go do Jewish stuff two hours north in New York, too, or two hours south in D.C.” Perlo said that the best part of the city she now calls home, however, is its status as a premier spot to study trauma. Trauma is Perlo’s focus, which she teaches and writes about, largely through a Jewish lens. In Philadelphia, she has gotten the chance to learn from the world’s best. “In 2010, there were two M.D.s who started a new Ph.D. program at Drexel in trauma studies that had no precedent — looking at how trauma is an epidemic through epidemiological and statistical analysis,” Perlo said. She studied under both of these physicians, named Dr. Sandra Bloom and Dr. John Rich. In addition to the work she has gotten to do at various Philadelphia area universities, Perlo has learned a lot from Philadelphia’s annual trauma studies conference that attracts hundreds of interested experts to the city. The work is heavy, but for Perlo, there was never another option. “I feel like Hashem called me to do this work,” she said. “My family was not your typical one with Bubbie’s brisket on the stove and one parent who is a doctor and one who is a lawyer, and so I always felt like helping to lift people up was my mission.” Perlo said that while her work isn’t exclusively for Jewish people or through a Jewish organization, it is still inherently Jewish because of the values it exemplifies. She said that the Jewish values of feeding the hungry, caring for the homeless and helping and visiting sick people are shared by social workers. “There are infinite correlations between the two,” she said. For Perlo, the appeal of the thriving Jewish community of Philadelphia is largely in the social aspect of the group. She said that there is one familiar Jewish tradition that really grounds her and reminds her often why she loves her new home. “Part of my gratitude to Philadelphia is for the Jewish activities, which I spend a lot of my time doing. Shabbos is one of the things that has really kept my life juicy and sustained. More than I keep Shabbos, Shabbos keeps me, and it enables me to do things like write a book,” she said. “I can step back and think, ‘What are the words I want to convey? What are the messages that I think will best lift someone up?’” Perlo has been all around and seen Judaism in practice in just about every corner of the country. She said that every community brings its own flair to modern interpretations of Judaism. In the West, she experienced vegan Shabbat dinners and Torah yoga. In Texas, she attended kosher barbecues and fundraisers to benefit the Jewish community and the state of Israel. In Philadelphia, the Jewish experience revolves around community, history and the appreciation of the rich tradition of Jewish community leaders. Perlo said that she thinks that she has gained so much from learning about other places and the people that call them home. “Some people aren’t interested in exploring the different parts of the Jewish community, but I am, and I think it makes us more whole to find out what everyone’s soul is wanting, and why,” she said. [email protected] TAGS Aviva Perlo Drexel University Philadelphia Texas Trauma StudiesNo. 9 Kentucky, focused on getting better, welcomes Jackson St.
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NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stock indexes reached more records after tech companies talked up how much artificial intelligence is boosting their results. The S&P 500 climbed 0.6% Wednesday to add to what looks to be one of its best years of the millennium. The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 0.7%, while the Nasdaq composite added 1.3% to its own record. Salesforce pulled the market higher after highlighting its artificial-intelligence offering for customers. Marvell Technology jumped even more after saying it’s seeing strong demand from AI. Treasury yields eased, while bitcoin climbed after President-elect Donald Trump nominated a crypto advocate to head the Securities and Exchange Commission. THIS IS A BREAKING NEWS UPDATE. AP’s earlier story follows below. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings.Christmas Books for Little Kids by various authors and illustrators; © 2024, various publishers; various page counts. ——— You’d better watch out. And you know why: pretty soon, you’re going to have a visitor come down your chimney or through a window or door of your house and leave you presents, if you’ve been good. No doubt, you’re excited for that, and for the twinkly lights and the holiday music. Christmas can’t some soon enough, so why not spend your time waiting by reading these great books... For any kid who’s asked for a new pet from Santa,“A Stray Dog for Christmas: How Suzy was Adopted” by Jack Jokinen, illustrated by Wendy Tan(Sourcebooks Kids, $14.99) is the book to read. It’s the story of a puppy without a name who was accidentally locked in a house. There are people who live there. Will they like her? Will they be her friend? Will they give her a name, once and for all, of her very own? Animal-loving kids ages three to six will want to find out! Be sure to check out the afterword, too, and meet the real Suzy. You can’t go wrong with a classic Christmas tale, and “‘Twas the Night Before Christmas,” adapted by the Poem by Clement C. Moore, illustrated by Jane Chapman (Sourcebooks Kids, $18.99) is that, with a twist. Here, Pa, and Ma in her kerchief are bears, as is Santa, whose sleigh is pulled by eight kinds of dogs sporting antlers on their heads. As the story unfolds, other animals join the tale and it’s adorable on steroids. Kids ages five to eight who love Christmas won’t want you to put this book away with the decorations. They’ll want to have it read to them year ‘round. Children who are familiar with the “Chicka Chicka Boom Boom” books will be happy to see “Chicka Chicka Ho Ho Ho” by William Boniface, illustrated by Julien Chung (Beach Lane Books / Simon & Schuster, $18.99) on the top of their Christmas book TBR pile. Here, A talks to B, and B convinces C to meet in the Christmas tree, which starts a tale of decorations and presents and “oh, no!” Kids ages two and three, those who are just learning their alphabet, will have fun with this picture book, and the shiny illustrations inside are very appealing. Older children (ages four and five) will love that the story reads so much like a jazzy, be-bop rhyme that they might even be tempted to make up a tune to go with it. And if these, and your personal favorite childhood Christmas books, aren’t enough for your youngster, be sure to check with your favorite bookseller or librarian and ask for new favorites and new traditions. Anyone at the bookstore or library can steer you toward even more picture books — literally, there are dozens of new ones for small children released ever year — and they’ll be happy to show you what’s new in holiday books for older kids and teens, and books for you, too. As for the above titles, though ... you’d better watch out for them.
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Three guests at the party ordered it on the spot. We did a comparison using the aerator and without and it was quite clear the wine using the aerator tasted far better . The wine really opened up. Highly recommend this." — kathyo Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in seven colors/styles). 4. And an electric bottle opener that's rechargeable for easy peasy bottle popping — or, well, opening. A single charge should open up to 30 bottles and easily removes corks in seconds. All they'll need to do is press a button and their wine is open with ease. They'll also get a foil cutter! I got this for Christmas in 2018 and I swear, I charged it for the first time since receiving it last December It's super easy to use, fast, and it charged extremely quickly, to my surprise (I mean, it only hadn't been charged in five years). I love it so much, it's hands down my favorite little gadget in my home. Promising review: "I have had one for several years and it works beautifully. 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This four-piece set will soften and condition their facial hair, and nourish and moisturize their skin with shea butter, argan oil, maracuja oil, and tons of vitamins. They'll love how soft and shiny their beards are feeling. Mrs. Claus, if you're reading, buy this for my guy St. Nick. This kit includes a beard wash, beard balm, beard conditioning oil, and a full beard detangler. Promising review: " My wife gave me this beard maintenance kit as a Christmas present and I fell in love with it after the first use . The scent is awesome and my wife and kids like it as well. I’ve tried many of the expensive brands that show commercial actors looking like Vikings or lumberjacks offering beard maintenance kits for $125 (each) and higher, even. This one is a fraction of the price, smells better than the overhyped competition, and does a much better job at keeping my beard looking amazingly maintained . No alcohol in the ingredients! Over the years I’ve easily spent over $3,000 in beard maintenance products, this one takes the lead by far. Even if it were the same price as the competition, this one would be my go-to brand. If you were considering buying the more expensive and popular brands, I urge you to please consider this brand for beard maintenance. I assure you, you’re going to be grateful you did. My hair is very frizzy. This product has conditioned my facial hair better than it’s ever been, since I began wearing a beard in 2012. I hope this review helps my fellow beard-bros out! This one performs better for a fraction of the cost. Best of luck!" — Raf Get it from Amazon for $38.99 . 8. A fast-acting HyperChiller for those who are *always* running a tad bit late but still need their iced coffee fix. Best part of all? They'll get a heavenly cold cup of coffee in only 60 seconds! Easy peasy! This 12.5-ounce cup chills all beverages except carbonated ones (think tea, juice, and even wine). Fill it with water and put it in the freezer for 12 hours before using it then the next morning you're all good to go! Plus, it's dishwasher safe! Promising review: "So after hearing all the hype about this product (radio promotions and online research), we bought a few for friends for Christmas. Since then, we have heard their feedback, used it with them, and let me tell you...this thing works. Coffee or tea or anything you want hot to cold — this is it! Also, it's perfect to chill down your wine to the ideal temp and other cocktails without having to use ice and risk watering down your drink! I became a believer...ended buying two more for our house!" — DR. Q Get it from Amazon for $17.49+ (available in five colors). 9. An unlock the wine escape room game with clues and puzzles that'll lead them to unlock their beloved vino. The wine bottle is *not* included butttt 54 escape room cards with over 160 puzzles/riddles and a score sheet are. The perfect party game for the next time they're hosting. Get it from Uncommon Goods for $28 . 10. A 10-in-1 phone camera lens kit for all their photographer aspirations and needs. The photo quality is soooo crisp and this seems like it'd be hundreds of dollars, right? Wrong — under $30, honeyyyy. It comes with a 0.63X wide angle lens, a 15X macro lens, a 2X telephoto lens, a 198°fisheye lens, a kaleidoscope lens, a CPL filter, a flow filter, a radial filter, and a star filter. All lenses will clip right onto their phones. It also includes a wireless remote, and the lenses work for most smartphones. Promising reviews: "I used to carry a heavy DSLR camera, but it's not convenient, especially when I travel. Recently, I found this cellphone telephoto lens kit and was very happy with the purchase. The lenses are very easy to install — basically, you just screw the lens on the clip and attach it to the cellphone, no extra tool needed. It's very sturdy. I've tried the telephoto lens and the macro lens, and I'm pretty happy with the results. The images are clear, and the macro lens can show details. " — Alicia " Was absolutely THE gift of the evening, my 17-year-old niece never put it down . Love love love it. Great price, speedy shipping, and a wonderful experience. Will definitely buy from this vendor again. Thank you." — Chris Get it from Amazon for $25.99 . 11. A freakin' PERFECT Christmas sweatshirt they'll think you had custom made just for them with their fave Michael Scott Christmas quote. If they're a fan of The Office , they'll obsess over this gift and you'll sit back and smile knowing you give the best gifts without breaking the bank. Promising review: "I love this, it exceeded my expectations! Every time I wear it, I hear 'I love your sweatshirt!' It is definitely a great conversation piece and it truly makes me happy to put on. I got the maroon color, and I am so happy I did. This is my favorite Christmas sweater, and that is saying a lot because I get a new one each year! It will be hard to top this one next year!" — MG Thies Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in sizes S–5XL and 42 colors/styles). 12. Cocktail drink bombs for yummy drinks and plenty of options. They kinda look like bath bombs, so be sure to let the recipient know not to bathe with them. No other ingredients — just add a little alcohol for a super simple and super yummy cocktail, orrr they can make it a mocktail if that's their thing. Each box contains six mouthwatering flavors — mimosa, margarita, mojito, piña colada, raspberry-orange, and peach bellini. Get it from Uncommon Goods for $30 (available in two styles). 13. A mug warmer because no one enjoys lukewarm coffee or having to drink their cappuccino super fast so that it's hot the entire time. This device will keep their Cup o' Joe warm until they drink the last drop. Note that the mug is not included! Promising review : " I got this as an office Christmas gift and have used it basically daily for the past year . The warmer keeps either coffee or tea at a perfect temperature for hours. It shuts off after four hours, which is a nice safety feature, as well as flashing red when it's still hot once you turn it off. It's a nice color and the cord is a pretty good length, I keep it on the edge of my desk where I won't accidentally turn it on or off (the touch button is very sensitive). If you have a cold beverage, it won't necessarily warm it up, unless you give it a long time, but it will keep a hot beverage perfectly hot , and it has three settings. If your cup gets to less than half full, on the highest setting it can even get a touch too hot. Since it works via surface area, it definitely works best with flat bottomed mugs, which can be difficult to find. There's a huge difference between the temperature of a mug with a completely flat bottom and a mug with just a small ring that touches the heating element — for those I recommend using a small mug cover on top. It also works well to melt candles if you want to have a nice scent but avoid soot from actual flame." — BC Get it from Amazon for $16.93+ (available in seven colors/styles). 14. A super warm, Shark Tank- approved wearable blanket, The Comfy — a hoodie with a blanket on the inside and soon to be their fave gift ever. If they're always cold, they'll LOVE this. Promising review: "My mom has absolutely everything and it is impossible to get her anything she says she wants before she buys it herself. When I saw this I knew it would be absolutely perfect for her and she would love it. And she did! It came and she immediately put it out and started raving how soft, warm, and comfortable it is. She’s 5’2" so it goes to about her knees, which she likes, extra perk her toy poodle also fits in the pocket for extra snuggles! Overall I couldn’t be happier I got my mom such an amazing gift and she’s so hard to get gifts for ! I will definitely buy more for myself and others for Christmas." — MsCake Get it from Amazon for $37.99+ (available in 28 colors). 15. A color-changing, remote-control moon lamp for anyone who's ever totally understood why Gru would wanna steal the moon. If someone gave him this as a gift, he maaaay have been satisfied. It's rechargeable and sure to be a fave gift of the day. It also comes with a stand! BuzzFeed Shopping writer Emma Lord says, "UMMMM I bought this because it was on one of Amazon's top selling products pages for so long that I was like 'Why are people so obsessed with this moon!!' And now, my friends, I know. First of all, it really does look hyper realistically like a small moon and adds a chill vibe wherever you plant it. But it's also just so soothing to watch and have in the periphery . You can control dozens of different colors for it and either keep it on those colors or have them alternate, fade quickly, or fade gradually. It's super easy to charge and controlled by a remote, so you can move it off its stand and have it light up wherever you want. These days I tend to turn it on for my designed ~me time~ night every week, in which I will light a candle, pour a glass of red wine, read a romance novel, and, of course, light my lil' moon. Definitely one of my favorite 'the internet made me do it' purchases." Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in six sizes). 16. A 10-piece bartender kit because being the host with the most is the title they love to claim. They'll be able to impress their guests with some ~fancy shmancy~ cocktails and look like a pro while mixing up some yummy concoctions. The kit includes a spoon, jigger, muddler, corkscrew, strainer, shaker, ice tongs, two liquid pourers, and a mahogany display. Promising review: "Christmas gift for my wife. She loves it. I think I have created a monster. Talking about buying a different house with a basement for a bar. She is exploring the mixology universe and making all types of cocktails . It's attractive, ORGANIZED, has high quality components, and is very useable. Customer service is fast and helpful." — Steven L DeBell Get it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in four colors). 17. A titanium flat iron that'll give them silky, shiny, straight hair with only one pass. They'll look fab and be so happy you bought them their new favorite hair tool. Promising review: "I am very impressed with this flat iron. I have been a Paul Mitchell fan for years and really don't like trying new things. I must say, I am very happy I purchased this straightener. Love the titanium plates and my hair didn't snag while being straightened. Vanessa Flat is my new favorite flat iron. Very pleased." — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $31.99 . 18. A pair of fuzzy slippers for those chilly mornings where the hardwood floors are frrrreezing. Perfectly cozy to keep their little piggies nice and warm. Promising review: " I got these for my mom as part of a 'home spa set' I gifted her for Christmas and I’m about to order a pair for myself. I was worried that they were going to be flat after shipping but they’re still SUPER DUPER FLUFFY. Instructions said you could blow dry them to fluff them up a little but there was no need. They’re perfect for the winter — soft, fuzzy, and warm. My mom wears them every day and she absolutely LOVES them. Not to mention the fact that they’re super cute and such a beautiful color. Great product for the price." — GiraffePie Get them from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in women's sizes 5–10 and 16 colors). 19. A Givenchy bracelet because o-m-FREAKIN-g — stunning! They'll never believe that you *didn't* pay HUNDREDS for this beauty. Promising review: "I returned a rather bulky rose gold bracelet at Macy's, and the salesperson recommended this bracelet. As soon as I saw it, I fell in love. It's delicate and yet makes a statement , well-made and fits very well. It can be dressed up or down, worn plain, or with a rose gold watch. I have received numerous compliments and wear it every day. Very happy with this purchase." — NYShopper99 Get it from Macy's for $36 (originally $48, available in three finishes). 20. A bartender-beloved book — Cocktail Codex: Fundamentals, Formulas, Evolutions that'll help them make drinks at home and improvise with what ingredients they already have. This gift will get all the "oohs" and "aahs" — everyone's gonna want one. Check out a TikTok of the cocktail book in action. The book breaks down six iconic "root" cocktails — the old-fashioned, martini, daiquiri, sidecar, whisky highball, and flip. Promising review: "This book has easily become one of my favorites. Great base knowledge and would recommend to anyone seeking to further educate themselves on spirits and cocktails. Even the first few pages is full of useful information. Purchase this for yourself or even as a gift. I cannot say enough good things about this book." — Adriana Get it from Amazon for $19.12 . 21. Or a charcuterie board book for your friend who loves nothing more than to bring a dish that shows everyone else up. Like, everyone else just grabbed a box of Popeyes for Friendsgiving but they made some elaborately gorgeous dessert. We all have that friend...I am that friend. This'll help them create the most stunning boards anyone ever did see. Promising reviews: "This book describes what size board to use and how to create decorative food boards. The illustrations take you step-by-step through how to build a board. It includes cute seasonal boards too. I purchased this as a Christmas gift, I wish I had purchased one for myself. Worth every penny. — Carolyn "I gave this book to my niece for Christmas and she was thrilled. She's 27 and enjoys making charcuterie boards for her friends and family. She loved the different board themes and can't wait to try them . She even told me that she had given the book as a gift to a friend herself and secretly wanted her own copy!" — Ithaca buyer Get it from Amazon for $13.31 . 22. And a fancy shmancy charcuterie board with knives, bowls, and servers *in some versions*. For the person in your life who loves to host, this baby is the perfect board equipped with everything they'll need to get their charcoocoo on. Promising review: "This product was a Christmas gift for my son's girlfriend. When it arrived, I considered keeping it for myself because it was so beautifully done. I was proud to give it as a gift and felt I got a great deal because the quality was outstanding and the price was more than reasonable . It arrived very quickly and was packaged very nicely. The recipient of the gift loved it and has told me she has used it several times since receiving it . I highly recommend this product and seller." — Lloyd Keller Get it from Amazon for $16.12+ (available in seven versions). 23. A Govee neon rope light that's bendable so they can shape it into whatever funky shape they'd like! It has an app that'll let them program it to different color combos and lighting effects. And of course, it'll add some seriously aesthetically pleasing decor to their plain walls. How freakin' cool is this? Oh! Plus, they can sync it to music — like, seriously, it just keeps getting better. Reviewers are comparing these to the popular Hue LightStrips and say these are even better, especially for such a great price! Check 'em out on TikTok — the reviewer shows how easy they are to put on the walls. This baby includes 10 clips and 10 screws so they'll have everything they need to hang it up! Promising review : "These lights are literally amazing!! Not only are they super vibrant and bright, but there are also so many ways to customize them. The app has a ton of settings and colors to choose from, and they work great with my Google Nest. They come with metal bracket-type things that adhere well to the wall without needing screws or nails, although they are provided if you need extra support. Installation and setup were so easy. I definitely recommend these and can't say enough good things about them!!" — Stephi Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in two lengths). 24. An expandable wooden bath caddy that'll hold their phone, tablet, book, beverages, candles, snacks, whatever they need to make their bath time an at-home spa time. They'll say "ooh la la" as soon as they set this baby up in their bathroom. Promising review: " I bought this for my mom for Christmas and she says it's one of her favorite gifts EVER!!! It is very sturdy and made well. I love that it has a stand for your phone or tablet, room for candles, and a drink holder. Great for a nice, relaxing bath after a stressful day." — Calley Everett Get it from Amazon for $27.88+ (available in five colors). 25. A Rare Beauty liquid blush by our girl, our fave wizard, Selena Gomez, available in both a matte and dewy finish, whatever they prefer! A little goes a long way and this blush is beautifully pigmented. Like seriously, I think she made this on Waverly Place with her brothers cuz it's actually magic. This is actually my fave blush. I became obsessed with blush a few years back and I love for my blush to be *BAM* in your face and this blush is perfect for that. It's soooo pigmented (so be careful, a few dabs will do the trick) and the colors are just beautiful on the skin. The shade Joy is just *chef's kiss*, a gorg orange color that I use for an everyday chill, bronzy look and my personal favorite shade. Easy to blend and build up and a straight-up beauty. Promising review: "I hope this never gets discontinued because it will take me forever to go through the bottle, but I love it. So pigmented. Honestly really fun to use. It seems overwhelming and like a lot of pigment, but it blends so well. TikTok made me buy it, and I definitely don’t regret it and will probably end up buying other colors." — AlexaX Get it from Sephora for $14+ (available in nine radiant shades, four matte shades, and two mini shades). 26. A boho-inspired macrame hanging plant holder to give their greenery a unique way to be displayed. Give the plant-obsessed person in your life exactly what they want — more things for their succulents and such. Promising review: "I bought this product as a gift and I am so happy with the quality. The plant hanger is well made and looks sturdy. It holds even smaller pots securely . I will be buying more for myself and for other gifts. Can't say enough good things about this product!" — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $7.64+ (available in four colors and in multipacks). 27. A portable Bluetooth speaker they'll love to use to blast their fave songs. Though it be but little, it is fiercely loud — seriously, it packs a real punch. The quality is so great no one would believe it's under $30. It's also waterproof, making it great for outdoor use as well. Promising review: "I bought one of these for myself and several more for gifts. I'm really amazed at the sound quality. It is easy to use. Easy to pair with my phone's Bluetooth. Attractive design. The tiny speaker fills my bedroom with bell-clear stereo from my phone. My family members will be delighted this Christmas." — Quarropas Get it from Amazon for $28.99+ (available in three colors). 28. A Revlon One-Stop Hair Dryer & Volumizer that'll cut their drying time in half and give them a blowout so good they'll probably be able to convince everyone they're a hairstylist. A blow-drying brush sounds like a winning gift to me. The brushes design smooths the hair, and the round edges create volume — leaving them with bomb hair without having to go to the salon. It also has two heat and speed settings, plus a cooling option. Oh! Revlon also has a One-Step Styler SPECIFICALLY FOR CURLY HAIR for $27.45 ! 47,000+ curly babes with hair from 2a– 4c are looooving this blow-dryer enough to give it 5-star ratings . Promising review: "I had heard raving reviews about this Revlon hair brush blow-dryer and I was skeptical to say the least. I have very very thick hair and never blow dry it because it takes entirely too long and I end up needing another shower after I'm finally done. I used it for the first time on Christmas Eve right before family was coming over and I was done in maybe 15 minutes! My hair was not frizzy at all , which is normally what I deal with after blow-drying. I couldn't believe how great my hair looked on my first attempt, it was full and bouncy . Love it so far!" — JlB Get it from Amazon for $31.75+ (available in three styles and four colors). 29. A collection of Spider-Man comics by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko. This book has 12 key stories from the first two years of Spider-Man's comics. If they love Marvel or even just comics, they'll flip over these OG Spidey stories. And check out the X-Men and Avengers versions, too! Promising review: "Huge Spider-Man fan and also love the old school comics. This is a great gift or collection item to pick up . The book is put together well and feels great to hold. Love the gold leafing, adds a a touch of quality to the overall book. Highly recommend getting it if you’re into comics, Marvel, or Spider-Man ." — Nox Get it from Amazon for $16.59+ (available in paperback or hardcover). 30. Or a box of 20 Marvel and DC comics to give to anyone who's always reminiscing about how they used to go to the comic book store as a kid. It's also the perfect gift for anyone who's just getting into superheroes — they will be ~super~ impressed seeing all these old comics. Promising reviews: "These are amazing! They were well packaged individually and were separated into two groups. My son wanted comics for Christmas and these were the first I found, and they are more than worth it. No doubles and I even knew many of the characters, only a few that I didn't." — kayla-ann "A really good Christmas present. I loved the variety, and my dad was really excited about it. He said that it was awesome, and he loved it." — Geena Get 25 comic books from Amazon for $20.99 . 31. A 27-piece sushi-making kit for beginners so they can make their spicy salmon roll whenever they want. If they're sushi obsessed, this'll be their new favorite gadget, and it'll be lots of fun to DIY some yummy rolls. I'm sensing a sushi party! They'll get a sushi bazooka roller, two bamboo sushi mats, a temaki roller, a gunkan sushi mold, a nigiri maker, a triangle mold, a musubi maker, a sushi ball maker, a sushi knife, five pairs of chopsticks, a rice paddle, a rice spreader, two sauce dishes, a sushi cutting mold, an avocado knife, four chopstick holders, an oil brush, and an instruction book. Promising review: "I bought this for my son at Christmas because he loves sushi and cooking. I was surprised that it came in such a giftable box, which was easy to wrap; it was truly beautiful. The products inside were great quality and exactly what he’s been wanting! This set makes sushi making a breeze! The pieces are easy to wash and store, and make professional-looking sushi for the whole family! The pieces are so easy to use! My son is able to make sushi for all of us, and he enjoys using this set so much! Thank you!!!" — Britt W.S. Get it from Amazon for $19.59 . 32. A TikTok-famous super hold setting spray that'll give them that matte look without their makeup fading away by midnight, like the magic that made Cinderella's dress and carriage. Coming home, looking in the mirror, and seeing that their face hasn't budged sounds like the gift that keeps on giving. Alrighty, friends, so I was an Urban Decay All Nighter girly through and through, but this stuff was ALWAYS on my FYP on TikTok. So I thought, what the heck, let me give it a try. Y'ALLLLLLLL!! This stuff — *THIS STUFF* it's witchcraft and I'm speechless. I have the most oily skin and not many products I've tried ~actually~ do what they say they do. I put it to the test on a very busy day — I went axe throwing, to a boat party, took a nap, and my makeup looked like it did when I first applied it 12 hours later . But the biggest test that wasn't even supposed to be a test was when I went to a funeral, literally sobbed all day, then looked in the mirror at the end of the day and saw that MY MAKEUP HAD NOT MOVED. Not even an inch! No tear streaks, nothing! I'm officially obsessed. This is now, for sure, my favorite setting spray and it deserves every bit of hype it gets because it lives up to it, honey. We love to see it. Plus, it's way less money, which is perfect cuz now that it's basically holiday season, this baddie is on a budget. Get it from Ulta for $10.50 or Amazon for $7.88 . 33. A stunning cast-iron teapot to make their cutie little afternoon teas ~that~ much cuter. It's got a removable infuser for loose tea and it's suuuper sturdy with a stable lid that won't fall off when pouring. Plus, it'll match their aesthetic, so likeeee, win win. Promising review: "My daughter and I are both BIG tea lovers; we sit down and drink a cup of tea every night and talk about our day. We absolutely adore this cast-iron tea kettle. The infusion basket inside makes it so easy to make our tea without the hassle of individual infusers for our loose leaf teas. The kettle heats up so quickly and the handle stays cool enough to maneuver the kettle without having to use a hot pad! Definitely a great gift idea for the tea lover in your life and it adds a beautiful aesthetic to my kitchen!" — Shauna Branstiter Get it from Amazon for $26.39+ (available in six colors and three sizes). 34. A scratch-off travel bucket list if they're always planning their next trip. This may contribute to them planning even more trips once they see all the awesome places they should explore. Choose from US adventures or world adventures for the one whose love language is seeing new sights. Kristin Douglas Art is a woman-owned small biz on Etsy that's located in Utah. They specialize in super cool handmade scratch off bucket lists, personalized maps, and journals, all tracking travel. Promising reviews: "I love this so much!! Can’t wait to give it to my husband for his birthday. It is such a great gift and I’m sure it will produce so many fun memories !" — Lexi W. "Wanted to gift my husband something that wouldn’t collect dust for his birthday and this was the perfect gift ! Acts as a sentimental item, wall art, bucket list and conversation piece !" — Emilie N. Shipping info: Orders typically take about 4–8 business days to arrive. Get it from Kristin Douglas Art on Etsy for $27+ (originally $36; available in three location bucket lists, with or without a frame, and in two color options). 35. Or a scratch-off poster so they can take their tastebuds on a world tour. It's got 100 dishes from different countries so they'll have plenty of fun surprise foods to try out in 2025. Their tongues will tingle with delight upon opening this so cool gift. This brand has a bunch of different scratch-off posters to choose from. Check out Mappiners' main page to find the perfect poster for every person on your holiday gift list! Promising review: "I purchased this as a fun gift for my husband on our anniversary and we were able to scratch one off while we were still at dinner. The poster is thick and nice quality. The scratch film comes away easily and cleanly. It will be fun to make our way through this list." — Vicki Theurer Crider Get it from Amazon for $18.99 . 36. A glamorous faux-pearl headband to instantly take their hair to the next level of chic and help them serve up some major looks this winter. Promising review : "Exactly as pictured, lightweight but still has some substance to it, and actually rounded so it will fit to the top of your head instead of pinching from the sides. Honestly looks so much more expensive than expected ." — Buyer Get it from Amazon for $7.19+ (available in five styles). 37. A doggone adorable nonstick mini griddle because who doesn't love a little breakfast? They can also use it to make cookies, eggs, grilled cheese, and more. Oh, and best of all? Nonstick surfaces for an even cook, consistent results, and easy cleanup. Yummmm. It comes with a book of recipes plus access to an online database with even more! Promising review: "My mom bought me my first little griddle and it has been used many times. I purchased one for her and she said to be sure to leave a good review. I originally bought her a different brand for Christmas but she said, 'it isn't like yours' (I have the Dash brand griddle); so I bought her this one. She loves how quickly it cooks on both sides without needing to be turned . I use mine regularly for eggs. It is the perfect size for an egg sandwich. I have used it to cook pancakes, burgers, and grilled sandwiches. When mine gives out I WILL DEFINITELY BE BUYING A NEW ONE!!! " — Carolyn Get it from Amazon for $11.95+ (available in six colors). 38. A set of Barbie-themed wineglasses that'll have them saying "come on Barbie, let's drink marg-ys" every time they take a sip. Dragon Glassware is a Sacramento, California–based small biz that specializes in modern drinkware and decor. Promising review: "These are such fun glasses, perfect for the Barbie lover in your life. 💗 I purchased these as an apartment warming gift for my daughter and ended up keeping one glass and giving her the other so we could have matching glasses. 😊 Dragon Glassware is such a fun company offering very cool glassware for everyday use , purchasing more!!" — Monica Tice Get a set of two from Amazon for $28.49+ (available in three colors). 39. A top-rated box of moisturizing bath bombs in 12 different scents they'll get to choose from to make their bath time like spa time. You could also use them as stocking stuffers and give a few to more than just one person! They've got over 39,000 5-star ratings, and reviewers say they're great for sensitive skin! Promising review: " I got these for a Christmas gift, and then REPURCHASED them for myself BEFORE my first box was finished because they are THAT GOOD! I love a nice hot bath, these bath bombs make it 100x better. Each bath bomb is individually wrapped with the sticker to indicate the scent. They ALL smell AMAZING! They don't just smell amazing in the box, and in your bath, but actually on your skin after your bath is over. The scent lingers on the skin in a very pleasant way. They are also very moisturizing! My skin is so soft and moisturized after my bath. You will notice the oil that is used in the bath bomb, in your bath, so if you're not into that I wouldn't purchase. There are a few bath bombs that have actual flower petals in them, so if you're not into that either, you can scrape them off the top of the bath bomb without doing much damage to the bath bomb itself. My only complaint is that there are only 12 in a box, and I have to take my hot bath every other day, instead of every day, to make my bath bombs last. But I'd rather just repurchase and enjoy my ME TIME with these awesome bath bombs!" — DominiqueSP Get a box of 12 from Amazon for $20.80+ (available in two styles). 40. A turtleneck sweater dress that looks just as cozy as it is gorgeous. It has pockets too! We love a dress with pockets!! BTW, these are popularly worn with over-the-knee boots. Check out this post for plenty of boot options! Promising reviews: "This sweater dress fits great! I wanted a dress that would be trendy but comfortable at the same time. I purchased this to wear on Thanksgiving Day, and I am very happy with the way the dress fits and feels. It’s loose and comfortable but has style at the same time. It’s warm, but the material is not too thick to where it’s too hot . The material is soft and not scratchy, and the dress is true to size! I love it." — Amadaia "I bought three, two burgundy and one white. I gave the two burgundy ones as a Christmas gift and they were a hit . We got so many compliments and they especially loved the pockets . I ordered three more!" — R. Will Get it from Amazon for $31.98+ (available in women's sizes S–3XL and 38 colors). 41. A bagel guillotine so they can feel like they've got Panera at home everyday. Perfectly cut bagels, muffins, buns, or rolls whenever they'd like and no more *embarrassingly* jacked-up breakfast pastries since they can't cut straight to save their life. Promising review: "My boyfriend can’t cut bagels. He literally butchers these poor baby bagels all up. I saw this on a TikTok and I was like oh we need that. So I bought it. And it was a good investment. Now we can enjoy nicely sliced bagels that fit in a toaster and aren’t jagged across. Yay bagel slicer!" — Ci DiPalma Get it from Amazon for $22.27+ (available in three colors). You when they open their new Givenchy bracelet and say "Wow, this must have cost you a fortune": Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.
The Chicago Bears once again fell to an NFC North opponent for the second consecutive week, this time to the Minnesota Vikings in overtime, 30-27 at Soldier Field on Sunday. Chicago was able to force overtime with a Cairo Santos field goal after it recovered an onside kick following a touchdown drive and successful two-point conversion. It took 22 total seconds for the Bears to tie the game. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Thanks for the feedback.
Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs are preparing for a divisional matchup in Week 13, set to face the Las Vegas Raiders on Black Friday. While a couple of teams will be playing on Thanksgiving Day, the Chiefs will have time to spend the holidays with their families before hitting the field. One important member of the Chiefs family off the field is Patrick Mahomes' wife, Brittany Mahomes. The Chiefs quarterback's wife took to social media on Wednesday, sharing a few photos of herself with her two children, Sterling Mahomes (3) and Bronze Mahomes (1). "Thanking the Lord everyday for making me a Mom," Brittany Mahomes captioned the post. "My most favorite role and biggest blessings." The photo also shows fans Brittany Mahomes' baby bump, months after she announced that the couple was expecting their third child. Some fans took to the post's comment section to send Brittany Mahomes a kind note about the photos with her children. "These pic are the best!! Love yall" said Patrick Mahomes' brother, Jackson Mahomes. "Beautiful in every way!!" said Chiefs owner Clark Hunt's wife, Tavia Hunt. "The most beautiful family, inside and out!!! Blessings on blessings!" said Brittany Mahomes' makeup artist, Bex Pichelmann. "These are priceless!! Love you," said Patrick Mahomes' mother, Randi Mahomes. "So adorable!" commented one fan. "Beautiful photos," mentioned one fan with three white heart emojis. Kirby Lee-Imagn Images While the focus lies on Brittany Mahomes and her heartwarming message on Wednesday, it will soon shift to the Chiefs' Black Friday game against the Las Vegas Raiders. The Chiefs are heading into Week 13 with a 10-1 record. They're entering a matchup against the Raiders as a 13-point favorite, per ESPN BET . Related: Erin Andrews Sends Three-Word Message About Brittany Mahomes' Chiefs Outfit Related: Brittany Mahomes Sends Four-Word Message to Jason Kelce's Wife