100+ 4th of July sales I'd shop as a deals editor: Allbirds, Sephora, and more
If you are looking for a dependable Dutch oven that can handle any recipe for years to come, turn to the Le Creuset Signature Enameled Cast-Iron 5-1/2-Quart Dutch Oven.
The 6-quart is a great choice for those who want to cook decent quantities without occupying the whole counter.
The Breville Barista Touch takes the great design and high-quality espresso of the Barista Express and adds the tech to help you create and save your favorite drinks.
The Breville the Barista Express is the best all-in-one, semi-automatic espresso machine you can find. Though newer, more expensive models have been released, this one is still our favorite.
The Nespresso VertuoPlus takes all the work out of making espresso at home. It's a sleek and user-friendly machine that brews coffee and espresso at the touch of a button and has an adjustable water tank so it can fit wherever you need it to.
A convenient coffee maker for two beverages: freshly brewed long-cup Coffee with naturally formed crema, and traditional Espresso
For small kitchens and dorm rooms, this GE microwave is the perfect size. It has 6 presets and express cook buttons, and it measures under a foot tall.
The Midea Duo Smart Inverter Portable Air Conditioner has a feature-rich app that pairs with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant for voice control, and it does an outstanding job of cooling while operating quietly.
For a Dyson at the lowest price possible, you can't go wrong with the basic but mighty Dyson V8 Plus Cordless Vacuum. It offers two cleaning modes, three attachments, and a cleaning time of up to 40 minutes.
The pricey Miele Classic C1 Cat & Dog Vacuum picked up messes better than any other vac in our tests, and the disposable vacuum bag keeps you out of contact with the debris.
While its core business is cotton bedding, Brooklinen also sells limited-edition twill and linen collections.
The Big Fig Mattress is constructed for heavier individuals with firm support and a high weight capacity for both the bed and the foundation that comes with it.
Though people who sleep in various positions have positive things to say about it, the Leesa Mattress provides an exceptional balance of comfort and support for stomach sleepers. Take $25 off when you use promo code INSIDER25.
A hot sleeper's dream, this bed combines cooling technology and top-notch pressure relief to help you get your best sleep yet. It helps you feel up to 10 degrees cooler, no matter the weather.
Saatva's newest all-memory foam mattress is described as cooling and instantly contouring, available in medium and firm options. Its construction melds various high-density nontoxic CertiPUR-US certified memory foam layers with lumbar support infused with phase change material.
Zinus makes some of our favorite budget mattresses. The Ultra Cooling Gel Memory Foam Mattress is made in the USA of high-quality materials and is designed to keep you cool.
Casper has redesigned its classic hybrid mattress into the Dream, which offers a medium-firm feel that sleeps cool and has zone support.
The Leesa Sapira Hybrid Mattress provides great edge support and motion isolation. Its mix of memory foam and pocket springs produces an average firmness, making it an outstanding solution for back pain sufferers of any sleeping style. Save an extra $25 with our exclusive promo code INSIDER25.
This brown wicker sectional comes with a round table that's perfect for outdoor gatherings.
The Tyler Chair is a classic design that can be customized to fit your space and style, with more than 100 different upholstery options to choose from.
Modular sofas are beloved for their versatility and ability to shift, shrink, and grow according to your space or desired shape. This roomy U-shape sectional includes four seats and two ottomans. Bonus, there is hidden storage space under each seat and all the covers are machine-washable.
One of our editor's recently tested this human-sized dog bed, calling it a "dream come true" and "like laying in a supportive cloud."
Pottery Barn's 48-inch Abbott Concrete Round Dining Table is suitable for indoors and outdoors and is made of concrete and acacia wood. It offers a unique and blocky design that makes a statement wherever you use it.
This Allewie storage bed has four sliding drawers for ample storage, easy assembly, and a stylish, timeless design. It has over 8,000 5-star ratings, so we have a good feeling about this bed. It's available in full, queen, and king.
The Jackery Explorer 300 Portable Power Station can power or charge six small devices at a time and recharges using a solar panel (not included), wall outlet, or car port. Right now, it's at an all-time low price when hitting the coupon box at Amazon.
This six-person tent offers beautiful 360-degree views and large awnings for keeping you shaded.
The ideal outdoor tote, this carryall has a structured shape so it will sit up on its own and a waterproof and durable outer so you never have to stress about setting it on wet, muddy ground. The inside is incredibly spacious to hold everything from towels and water bottles, to your entire camp kitchen supplies.
The Osprey Fairview is available in two torso sizes. Each includes a wide hip belt and contoured back panel, making it an incredibly comfortable carry and a great choice for every body type.
The Thermacell E55 Rechargeable Mosquito Repeller is a convenient way to keep mosquitoes at bay without any sprays or odors. The compact device works immediately and quietly, and we were impressed by its ability to keep these biting insects away from our outdoor living space.
The Kelty Cosmic 20 is not only very affordable, it offers solid all-around performance too, making it the best option for backpackers and campers on a tight budget.
The lululemon Align line of clothing is always weightless and buttery soft with a little bit of support. It's perfect for yoga and other low-impact workouts.
The lululemon Align leggings have a cult following for their second-skin feel and high-rise fit. You'll want to wear this pair of leggings every day of the week.
The lululemon Everywhere Belt Bag is our top belt bag pick because of its sleek and smart design, affordability, and wide range of colors and sizes.
The Performance Joggers have a slim but relaxed fit with a slightly cropped leg, side pockets and a drawstring. Designed with DreamKnit™, our softest premium stretch fabric, they're your new go-to.
These statement hoops, paired with a slicked-back bun and tortoiseshell sunnies, are an undefeated combo this summer .Their sculptural shape feels both sophisticated and artsy.
This popular tee has a buttery soft, second-skin feel that makes it the perfect layering piece. It has a flattering fit that can be dressed up or down.
Thanks to the exceptionally soft, breathable, and lightweight fabric, which features four-way stretch, this is the kind of work dress you won't be rushing to change out of as soon as you get home. Its versatility is pretty unmatched, too.
This boatneck sweater would look beautiful and understated with a delicate necklace.
Levi's 711 Skinny Jean has a bit more give and stretch for a curve-hugging fit that's as cozy as leggings with the chic look of denim.
Universal Standard's ultra-comfortable Seine High-Rise Skinny Jeans come in an impressive size range that goes from 0-40, each with your choice of a 27-inch or 32-inch inseam.
Though they don't come cheap, Tommy John's underwear consistently ranks among the best we've ever tried. The Second Skin fabric in particular — a blend of smooth micro modal and Spandex — is a standout that's always breathable and never pills.
The arch support and super flexible soles on these collapsible loafers were the most comfortable walking shoes on our list.
Renamed the Wool Runner Go, these are Allbirds' most popular shoes. With a comfortable wool upper and sugarcane midsoles, they're designed for casual wear.
Crafted from soft leather with a padded insole, the square-toe buckle sandals come in four neutral hues. The leather is sourced from a tannery rated Gold by the Leather Working Group. We suggest styling these with jeans and a casual tee or a flowy sundress.
If you're all about the summer look but aren't keen on open-toed sandals, these breathable flats are an alternative you can actually use. They fit like a sneaker and can be worn with or without their ankle ribbons.
Dagne Dover makes some of our favorite backpacks, beloved for their comfortable and sleek design. The Dakota Neoprene is water resistant and shock absorbent, and has internal pockets galore.
Monos' carry-on bags consistently impressed us when put to the test. They fall firmly in the mid-tier range of luggage, meaning that while they aren't the most affordable option out there, they offer solid performance without a luxury price.
This bag is perfect for short trips and fits in carry-on space for international and domestic flights.
American Tourister is one of our favorite affordable luggage brands, and in addition to more classic styles, it makes a fun line of Disney and Star Wars-themed luggage. This check-in suitcase makes a great gift for any Disney fanatic, especially if they're also being gifted a trip to Disney this holiday.
The Outline Pro replaces the Centric as our favorite hard-sided suitcase from Samsonite. It features thoughtful touches, like expandability and a USB port you can connect to a portable battery.
The Delsey Chatelet Hard Carry On is designed with sophisticated contrast coloring that will stand out from the sea of regular black rollaboards.
The Dagne Dover Classic Tote packs a ton of features in a slim, compact space so you can carry your entire life in the bag and no one will be the wiser.
This updated version of the brand's debut product is a smartly designed shoulder bag with a suitcase-handle sleeve for easy transportation.
The classic 3D Whitestrips take only 20 days of use to complete a full treatment and also come with two sets of "1 Hour Express" strips for more last-minute whitening sessions.
Created by the famous Spanish perfumer Alberto Morillas, Gucci Bloom is a complex tropical floral fragrance that is meant to be overpowering.
The Peter Thomas Roth Water Drench moisturizer delivers intense 72-hour hydration, making it a prime pick for those with severely dehydrated skin.
BHAs are a great place to begin if you're starting to add chemical exfoliants into your routine. With the addition of niacinamide, the BHA 4% Blackhead Power Liquid keeps skin clear and balanced.
Oat is known to calm irritated and dry skin. The Nourishing Oat Face Cleanser hydrates and preserves the skin's barrier while leaving your skin feeling clean.
Developed with dermatologists, this refreshing gel-cream formula - with 3 essential ceramides, our highest concentration of hyaluronic acid, and vitamin B5 - replenishes skin hydration while helping restore the protective skin barrier and improve the appearance of dry lines for instantly smoother, softer skin.
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Retinol Oil Serum is a gentle-yet-effective alternative to traditional retinols that may be too harsh for sensitive skin.
We wrote a piece comparing this to the Airwrap and were blown away by how a product that is nearly a tenth of the price could give the Airwap a serious run for its money.
The Dyson Airwrap may get all the hype for doling out salon-quality blowouts at home, but the Shark FlexStyle is another wonderful multi-styling tool, and it's about half the price. The system comes with a powerful hair dryer and five attachments to help style hair with ease.
Gillette developed a razor that delivers heat directly to your face while you're shaving. It has 5 blades, a warming bar with two heat settings, and FlexDisc technology to contour your face and neck.
The AirPods Pro 2 are a big upgrade from their predecessors, with improved noise cancellation and battery life. They also support new aural health features to assess your hearing and function as hearing aids. This model comes with a USB-C charging case and added dust resistance.
The seventh-generation iPad Mini runs on Apple's powerful A17 Pro processor, which spun the wheels in the iPhone 15 Pro models. It's compatible with Apple Intelligence and supports the Apple Pencil Pro and the Apple Pencil (USB-C). It also has a base 128GB storage, compared to 64GB in the previous generation.
STARZ offers blockbuster movies and popular original series like Outlander, Party Down, and Power. Deals on annual plans make the service more than half-off for an entire year.
Paramount Plus is perfect for viewers who want to stream CBS TV shows, local NFL games, and tons of content from Nickelodeon, Comedy Central, BET, and MTV. For a limited time, get your first two months for $0.99 each.
In addition to the excellent VPN features found on the Basic tier, the Plus tier of NordVPN includes great additions like enhanced browsing protection, anti-malware, ad blockers, a password manager, and a monitor for any personal data breaches. Act fast, as this version also comes with a free Amazon gift card in the US, UK, Canada, and Australia for a limited time.
The Kindle Scribe redesign features white borders for a more spacious writing surface, plus Active Canvas, a feature that lets you write notes directly on a book page. For most people, a tablet offers more utility for a comparable price, but this e-reader offers an undeniably smooth experience for notetaking.
The new Amazon Echo Spot features a brand-new display face and functions best as an alarm clock smart speaker. It offers rich sound and can control your smart home's other devices with the help of Alexa.
The most affordable of the Amazon Echo lineup is designed to fit into small spaces without standing out. It's available in four different colors.
The Omni Mini LED is Amazon's flagship smart TV model. It uses a Mini LED backlight to provide a bright, high-contrast image. The display also has a fast 144Hz refresh rate for smoother gaming performance.
The G5 is LG's flagship OLED TV for 2025. It's one of the brightest OLED TVs we've ever seen, delivering high-end image quality and an elegant design that can hang flush on your wall.
Samsung's Frame TV can be mounted flush against your wall like a hanging piece of art. It also features a matte screen to make it look more like canvas, and you can purchase optional magnetic frame bezels in different colors and designs.
Denon's high-end AV receiver can support up to 9.4 channels of audio with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X capabilities, along with HDMI 2.1 support.
Perfect for tracking anything, especially lost luggage, Apple's wireless AirTag tracker is compatible with the FindMy app on iPhone and iOS devices. The 4-pack is a better value, but you can save a bit on a single AirTag right now if you only need one or two.
The 44mm Apple Watch SE is simply a larger model than the 40mm SE, and is otherwise identical. The Apple Watch SE is the perfect blend of features and affordability.
Apple's refreshed AirPods Max headphones support USB-C charging and come in five new colors. Otherwise, the hardware delivers the same excellent audio quality we heard on the original model from 2020. A firmware update in April 2025 will enable wired audio support with lossless sound.
The end date for each Independence Day sale varies by retailer, but for the most part, I'm seeing deadlines set for Monday, July 7. Some stores may extend their sales while others can potentially run out of stock; it's difficult to confirm, so I recommend acting on any deals you like once you've found them.Prime Day does kick off the day after, but will be limited to products sold on Amazon's website.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
USA Today
32 minutes ago
- USA Today
4 reasons Longhorns may have dodged a bullet by losing 5-star Felix Ojo to Texas Tech
On the afternoon of Independence Day, five-star offensive tackle Felix Ojo committed to Texas Tech. Thought to be a heavy Longhorns lean, the Mansfield, TX native reportedly accepted a late deal from the Red Raiders for $5.1 million dollars over three years. The 6-foot-6, 275-pound prospect didn't even list Tech as a final four and told Rivals last week it was between Ohio State and Texas. In the end, Ojo took the big money from Texas Tech mega-booster and Matador Club founder Chad Campbell. Could this end up being a blessing for Texas? Ojo was reportedly the Longhorns No. 1 target during this recruiting cycle. Texas spent a lot of time, effort and capital to get him to Austin. No one blames a 17 or 18 year old for taking the biggest offer. But it is how Ojo handled himself over the past 10 days that should put up red flags. Cash over player development While taking the biggest offer is understandable, it is shortsighted. No one would say the player development at Texas Tech is as good as the Longhorns have been under Steve Sarkisian. Texas has the most NFL Draft picks over the past two years and have a great record of getting offensive lineman drafted high. Kelvin Banks Jr. went No. 9 to the Saints in the most recent draft. Ojo simply won't get the quality of coaching at Tech as he would at UT. Most agents want the biggest deal possible. It seems logical. But sometimes that goal is at odds with the player's future. The agent wants his percentage of the money to be as much and as soon as possible. Ojo's representative Derrick Shelby probably won't be his agent when it comes time to negotiate his first NFL contract. But the cost for the client, in this case Ojo, is player development. Disingenuous in the final days Bobby Burton has covered the Longhorns for decades. The media legend helped found Rivals and 247Sports. Burton says Ojo purposely strung the coaching staffs of Texas and Ohio State along in the waning stages of his recruitment, even though his camp had made the decision to head to Lubbock. Playing coy in the press and on social media is one thing. Being less than truthful with other coaching staffs for spot is another level. Disrespectful commitment ceremony Many recruits play the old "hat switcheroo" at their commitment announcement. A lot of prospects, and even fans, find it funny. But coaches HATE it and they remember it. It is patently disrespectful to the staff that spent their time, effort, money and emotions to recruit you. Of course, the losing school has a lot of self interest each time they recruit a prospect. But unless you were treated poorly, there's no need to rub it in their faces at the end. Ojo did a real song and dance with the Longhorns cap at his commitment ceremony. Recent struggles on the field Ojo really struggled at the Rivals Five-Star Challenge last week. I have been to several of these events. When a guy struggles as bad as Ojo struggled, it can mean the player is over-ranked. High School players can spend most of their career dominating the opposition in their own district. Mansfield Lake Ridge High School is in a district with other Mansfield, Crowley and Weatherford schools. It is a district with decent, but not great, opposition. Sometimes when a prospect meets elite talent for the first time at a national event, they are overwhelmed. The Five-Star challenge has the hundred best players in the nation and the defensive lineman Ojo faced ran over, around and through him all day. It was so bad Ojo had to issue a national statement after the camp. Ojo looked slow and lackadaisical and flat-out bullied. Ojo might be incredible in Lubbock. He might be the No. 1 pick in the 2028 NFL Draft. He is certainly guaranteed to make a lot of money for himself and his family. But his entire recruitment does send up some warning signs that make it less likely Texas missed out on a generational talent and more likely the Horns dodged a bullet. Follow us on X (formerly Twitter) at @LonghornsWire.
Yahoo
2 hours ago
- Yahoo
Bombers and a 'beautiful bill' -- Trump celebrates US Independence Day
US President Donald Trump signed his flagship tax and spending bill into law Friday, capping a grandiose White House Independence Day ceremony featuring a stealth bomber fly-by. "America is winning, winning, winning like never before," Trump said before signing the so-called "One Big Beautiful Bill" while flanked by Republican lawmakers who helped push it through Congress. Trump also played down criticism by Democrats that the unpopular legislation will slash social welfare programs, saying: "You won't even notice it." With First Lady Melania Trump at his side, Trump watched from the White House balcony as two B-2 bombers -- the same type that recently struck Iranian nuclear sites -- roared overhead, accompanied by F-35 and F-22 fighter jets. The 79-year-old's victory lap came a day after Republicans fell into line and passed the sprawling mega-bill, allowing him to sign it as he had hoped on the Fourth of July holiday. The bill honors many of Trump's campaign promises: extending tax cuts from his first term, boosting military spending and providing massive new funding for Trump's migrant deportation drive. - 'Never been anything like it' - The legislation's signing caps two weeks of significant wins for Trump that have seen him tighten his grip on power and his party alike. The successes include the recent Iran-Israel ceasefire that was sealed after what he called the "flawless" US air strikes on Iran. Pilots who carried out the bombing on Iran were among those invited to the White House event, which included a picnic for military families on the South Lawn. "The last two weeks, there has never been anything like it, as far as winning," said Trump. Trump had however forced through the tax bill despite deep misgivings in the Republican Party that it would balloon the national debt. The legislation is expected to pile an extra $3.4 trillion over a decade onto the US deficit. It squeezed past a final vote in the House of Representatives 218-214 after Republican Speaker Mike Johnson worked through the night to corral the final group of dissenters. Trump thanked Johnson at the White House event, saying: "What a job." - 'Horrible day' - Trump's billionaire former ally Elon Musk was among the most vocal critics, and he has pledged to set up a new political party to oppose Republicans who backed the bill. Democrats and many voters have meanwhile expressed concerns that the "big beatuiful bill" will gut health and welfare support. The bill will force through the largest cuts to the Medicaid health insurance program for low-income Americans since its 1960s launch, while also shrinking federal food assistance programs. Up to 17 million people could lose their insurance coverage under the bill, according to some estimates. Scores of rural hospitals are expected to close as a result. But Trump played down the concerns. "They've developed a standard line, and we can't let them get away with it. 'Oh, it's dangerous. Oh, everybody's going to die.' It's actually just the opposite," said Trump. Democrats hope public opposition to the bill will help them flip the House in the 2026 midterm election, pointing to data showing that it represents a huge redistribution of wealth from the poorest Americans to the richest. People attending the Fourth of July parade in Washington on Saturday had mixed feelings. "Yesterday was a horrible day, today is the best part of America," said Elisabeth Hubir, 70. dk/jgc
The Hill
2 hours ago
- The Hill
Musk doubles down on third party threat with Independence Day poll
Tech billionaire Elon Musk on Friday leaned into his proposal for a third party amid his growing feud with President Trump over the 'big, beautiful' spending and tax bill with an Independence Day poll online. Hours before Trump signed the sprawling reconciliation package into law, Musk asked followers on social platform X whether he should move forward with creating the 'America Party.' He first floated the idea after his first public spat with the president early last month. 'Independence Day is the perfect time to ask if you want independence from the two-party (some would say uniparty) system!' he wrote. 'Should we create the America Party?' The Tesla CEO, who also owns X, reupped the survey several times throughout the day and even gave a glimpse into his potential strategy. 'One way to execute on this would be to laser-focus on just 2 or 3 Senate seats and 8 to 10 House districts,' he shared in a subsequent post. 'Given the razor-thin legislative margins, that would be enough to serve as the deciding vote on contentious laws, ensuring that they serve the true will of the people.' The poll, similar to one he set up for followers last month, is just the latest way Musk sought to get under Trump and GOP lawmakers' skin as the bill made its way to Trump's desk. The House passed the final bill on Thursday, after hours of tense negotiations with GOP holdouts. While the Senate worked to pass its own version of the megabill earlier this week, Musk threatened to back primary challengers of those who supported the legislation. In response, the president warned the billionaire that he could cut government contracts for his many companies and also left open the possibility of deporting the South African CEO. Musk left his senior Trump administration adviser position in late May, after his special government employee designation lapsed. He had originally been tapped to lead the president's Department of Government Efficiency — a commission created to root out waste and fraud within the federal government. While many questioned how long the relationship between the world's richest man and Trump would last, the rift only began after Musk criticized the reconciliation package as a 'disgusting abomination' and said it would be 'political suicide' for Republicans. The president said he was disappointed with the billionaire's analysis, which led to a tense back-and-forth between the men online. Tesla sales have plunged since the squabble. Musk admitted at one point that his comments 'went too far' and the ice seemed to be thawing, but the feud was reignited earlier this week over the bill — which includes an extension on Trump's 2017 tax breaks and sweeping cuts to Medicaid and energy tax credits. During a signing ceremony at the White House Friday, Trump said, 'We made promises, and it's really promises made, promises kept, and we've kept them.' 'This is a triumph of democracy on the birthday of democracy,' he continued. 'And I have to say, the people are happy.'
