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6 days ago
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21 Target Home Products That Somehow Feel Indulgent *And* Practical
A recycled glass beverage pitcher you'll reach for all day long because you can fill it with flavored water, teas, or your fave at-home lemonade concoction. Promising review: "Love it! I think it's a great size and feels very study. Great to use to hold flowers or use for drinks!" —KatyPrice: $15.99 A Kitchenaid hand mixer so you can give all those recipes you've saved on TikTok a go without having to haul out the big stand mixer. (Plus, look at its perfectly indulgent GREEN color!) Price: $84.99 (originally $109.99) A mug tree that'll make you smile every time you see your fave mugs on proud display and will help keep your cupboards from making an avalanche of your mug collection. Promising review: "Saw this online first and had it in my cart, but then ran to the store and luckily I found it to hang my adorable mugs on. It's perfect looks more rustic in person which I was happy about." —IslandgirlPrice: $22 A Simplehuman touch-free soap dispenser to give your bathroom a futuristic ~touch~ while keeping you (and your fam) as sanitary as possible. This one runs off a rechargeable battery, too, so no bulky cord out on your counter at all hours! Promising reviews: "I like that you can rinse it off in the sink. I bought a cheap one on amazon and it stopped working once it got wet from falling in the sink. So definitely recommend this brand." —Spoilmybaby"Love it. We're using it in the kitchen. It's easy to use hands free and just the right size. Plan to get another for the bathroom." —BarbcsPrice: $69.99+ (available in three styles) An Our Place ceramic nonstick Always pan if you're short on cabinet space. I can PERSONALLY attest this pan can do it all because I'm ~obsessed~ with mine and am slowly building an Our Place empire. Easy to clean, cute, cute, cute, and the kind of item that makes you EXCITED to cook because of how easy it is on the eyes and the cleanup. Set includes an Always Pan 2.0 in original nonstick, a modular, steam-release lid, a nesting beechwood spatula that slots right onto the handle for easy holding, and a steamer basket and colander.I truly can't say enough nice things about the Always pan. I have a Very Fancy pan that has been living in the cabinet since I got this one because the Always is a joy to use and such a breeze to clean up when finished. Just be sure to let the pan TOTALLY cool before washing to extend the non-stick life, and you'll be just as obsessed as I am!Promising reviews: "Evenly cooks and easy clean up. Purchased on sale so I feel pricing was good." —JPrice: $129 (available in five colors) A brass-footed and handled tray perfect for catching your mail, holding your fave succulent plant, or anything else you can imagine! That antiqued brass color looks amazing no matter what you stack on it, so rest assured it'll find a cozy spot in your current home decor! Promising reviews: "It's so beautiful in person! Especially for a bar." —momof3j"Heavy and durable, doesn't look or feel cheap. Really beautiful and subtle antique brass color." —JMartinPrice: $25 A wood-top kitchen island your friends and fam will love to sit, lean, and gather around while they watch you whip up the perfect charcuterie board. (Plus, it's on wheels. So if you ever need it to be, say, a craft board in another room, that's an option!) Promising reviews: "We purchased this to use as a coffee cart, and it's such a great addition to our kitchen/dining area. It helps expand our space without being bulky. We use the top surface to place our espresso machine, hot water kettle, coffee grinder, and espresso tools. The drawer fits tea bags, additional tools, and coffee filters, with plenty of room to spare. And the lower storage/cabinet space fits plenty of additional items like mugs, containers, and a french press. We love this cart!" —joshb"I love this island! It's so pretty and really helped add storage and counter space to my kitchen." —KatherinePrice: $435 Matter compostable lidded hot cups which are a win for you and the planet. (AND your plants if you use your compost to nourish those!) Don't you want to bother fishing your thermos from the dishwasher on a Monday morning? Snag a 10-pack of these, so you always have an ecologically friendly grab-n-go-n-toss option! Matter is a company all about making compostable products from plants which is obviously so much better for the environment without sacrificing the convenience we love to have in our homes. I ~personally~ also love their earth-friendly sandwich baggies for lunches and snacks if you're looking to green-ify another daily habit! Promising review: "They were great and they didn't leak!" —KayPrice: $5.99 for 10 A microgel down alternative pillow if your old pillow is looking (and feeling!) a little worse for wear. This one is medium firm and the microgel will hold its shape over time so that you can come back again and again to your new perfect neck setup. Hell-o excellent sleep! Promising review: "Some of the best pillows I've owned so far. I love how the packaging has a meter on it as well. These pillows bounce back unlike any other pillow. I've slept on. For $15 each this is definitely a bargain." —oreofox22Price: $20+ (available in standard and king sizes) A beautiful floral quilt to help welcome sunny days with open arms and keep you at a perfectly pleasant temperature all year long. Promising reviews: "Love the colors! Love how lightweight it is!" —Sarah T"It's been a while now since purchasing and it's still holding up well. No piling and it does provide great coverage with it not making us super hot or cold." —AlexaPrice: $69+ (available in sizes full/queen and king and in three styles) A Nex Playground Active Play System that's ~supposedly~ designed for the small human crowd, but adults also LOVE this thing. If you remember the Xbox Kinect times, THIS IS THE SUPERIOR, CHEAPER, MORE COMPACT VERSION. With games like Fruit Ninja, Whac-A-Mole, and dancing galore, this handy size-of-your-hand device plugs directly into your TV or projector with an HDMI cable and is ready to go. Check out this TikTok of parents enjoying it just as much as the kids! We've had this in our home for about two months, now, and it is an INDISPENSABLE HOME GOOD. Need to tidy the house but don't want your kiddo staring at their 1000th hour of Bluey for the day? The Nex has GOT YOU. This genuinely requires kids to move in order to play the games, and it keeps them entertained while you get some stuff done. It is now a feature of our living room and everyone asks "What's that little colorful box?" when they visit. (We're very happy to convert them.)Promising reviews: "I bought this as a Christmas gift for my kids and wanted to try it out first, so my coworkers and I tried it and it was so much fun! It's a quick and easy setup and gets you moving! I can't wait to play with my kids. I'm highly satisfied with my purchase." —Ashley H"I have four kids (8 and under), and Nex Playground is saving my life in these indoor months. My 4- and 7-year-olds love to play these games, and my 7-year-old has no problem navigating through the games and playing. There is a great selection of games, and it can be played solo or multiplayer — which I love, and they are adding games to the library, which is so fun!" —MJPrice: $249.99 A Keurig K-Cafe smart single-serve coffee, latte, and cappuccino maker, I can testify, is the bougiest (and most affordable!) caffeine deliverer around. IT COMES WITH A MILK FROTHER. I can't emphasize what a game-changer this is. Plus, it's *actually* smart. It can read the barcode on the K-Cups and give you recipe options to fully personalize your morning brew. Promising review: "Great coffee maker with WiFi ability to start my cup of coffee while I get up." —VIPrice: $199.99 A framed vintage lemon print because when life gives you lemons, frame them and hang them on your wall. Got a couple spots on your walls where nails used to hang? COVER THEM UP WITH ON-TREND LEMON CUTENESS. Seriously, lemons are everywhere this year, and I'm not mad about it!Promising reviews: "Super cute picture. Picture and frame are well made. Overall the quality is great and the price is reasonable." —Meg"Love the bright yellow color on this art piece. Looks great in my living room." —VinksPrice: $32 Some solar LED outdoor string lights to bring a touch of whimsy to your outdoor nights. Just look at those little rattan light hats. And if you've been wondering how you're going to enjoy your dark outdoor space after the sun goes down, these will give you just enough light to vibe outside. Promising review: "Great addition to my balcony seating area. Gives off a nice soft light in the evening. The solar charge does wear off overnight, but recharges daily. I've had these up throughout the spring, summer, and fall with no problems." —Always ShoppingPrice: $20 A queen size pillow top air mattress with a headboard because your floor never looked so good as a guest spot. If you've got a full house (or just want the most EPIC of movie nights in front of the living room flatscreen), this luxurious air mattress wants to be a part of all your sleepovers. Promising reviews: "I like the fact that I can actually use the pillow headboard as a back support while doing my work and homework in bed." —QueenChi"I have had several different ones over the past several years. The headboard was such a bonus. It was easy to get in and out, too." —LoriPrice: $79.99 A 6-inch Kindle that's a new TikTok fave and Amazon's lightest, most compact e-reader yet. Have your link ready to share because there's LOTS of buzz in the cozy book world about how this is the perfect additional companion to your Paperwhite, so you (and those you influence!) will get a lot of use out of both! (I would say ask me how I know, Just trust me.) Here is one of my most FAVORITE cozy creators on TikTok talking about why she loves her new lil' Kindle!Plus, this little guy is EXTRA practical if you've been thinking about cleaning out some of the stacks of physical books you've got in every corner of your house. Promising review: "I love physical books, but as a working mom of four ( one being a baby), I wanted something I could throw into my bag and go. That was compact and charged well. I absolutely love my new Kindle. I'm on my fifth book this week!!!" —MamaoffourPrice: $109.99 (available in two colors) A Costway electric fireplace stand you'll love on those cooler nights and for the loads of extra storage it brings to your space. Promising reviews: "We are certainly enjoying our new fireplace. It looks really good in our living room and looks warm and cozy. It is just exactly what we wanted for our room." —Wade"It's is so beautiful and I've gotten compliments on the unit. It help heat our living room, as our house is poorly insulated. I love it! Nothing bad to say about it at all." —JamiePrice: $349.99+ (originally $699.99+, available in four styles) A curved wooden bookcase not only perfect for holding all those books you still want to read this year, but ALSO, it's laddered design is PERFECT for holding flower stems to give you the Bookstagram setup of your dreams. Promising review: "My daughter purchased one first, and I fell in love with hers. Such a great eclectic design — it blends seamlessly with any style from boho to mid-century. Absolutely love how it looks in my home. Despite what some have said in the reviews, I found it quite easy to assemble all by myself in about two hours. Very nice quality for the price." —BohomamaPrice: $375 A tufted shower curtain if your bathroom could use the quickest (and most effective!) of rebrands. I'm going to hold your hand gently when I say this, but if you still have a holiday-themed curtain up in July... it's time for a seasonal change. Promising reviews: "I love this shower curtain. It's so pretty. Much nicer in person. Brings out my guest bathroom." —F Schultz"This is a beautiful and classic fabric shower curtain. The neutral creamy texture adds character to our Guest bathroom. I highly recommend to anyone contemplating whether or not they should purchase." —SaavyOCShopperPrice: $29.99 A tiered Bentgo snack cup perfect for bringing your yogurt parfait on the go or simply giving yourself the freedom to add multiple different snacks in one cup without them cross-pollinating. (Nobody wants their pretzels all up in their cheese cubes' business, thank you very much.) Price: $19.99 (available in five colors) An Our Place knife trio as useful as it is eye catching. (And with colors like that, you know people will be 👀) Price: $145
Indian Express
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
I Know What You Did Last Summer movie review: A slasher sequel that can't escape its past
I Know What You Did Last Summer movie review: Clearly the men and women behind this slasher flick didn't think ahead. For, before this franchise ran out of steam, it ran out of words to add to its title. So you had I Know What You Did Last Summer, 1997; I Still Know What You Did Last Summer, 1998; and a straight-to-video sequel in 2006 that didn't feature the original's characters, I Will Always Know What You Did Last Summer. What comes after 'Always', and a TV series adaptation? This film, where 28 years after the 1997 serial killings, we are back to where – and how – it all started. In Southport. With a road incident leading to a death. And with a group of teenagers who look very, very groomed before they end up very, very dead. For old time's sake, Prinze Jr and Hewitt reprise their roles (even Sarah Geller gets a cameo), as the wizened survivors of the first film, here to offer their advice to their counterparts – for whatever it's worth, given that this is a killer who doesn't show mercy, explanation, face or discernment in either victims or weapons (but mostly a hook). Cline, Wonders, Hauer-King and Pidgeon have all done notable work in different TV series, but are not really required to do much here. If they actually were, a film of this kind probably would not survive the cold light of logic. Their characters along with Withers's Terry were involved last summer in a car accident caused more by silliness than any real malice. A year later, Cline who plays 'Croaker Queen' Danica has moved on from rich fiance Terry to another rich fiance. The new one is dispensed with by the killer quickly enough to not matter, though he dies in a manner that is the most blood-curdling (the film never comes close to that again). Back in Southport, Danica and Terry's friends-of-that-night Ava (Wonders), Milo (Hauer-King) and Stevie (Pidgeon) find themselves being haunted by the killer, who is out for revenge. Guessing who dies first, in what sequence, and who does not, may keep you hooked – no pun intended. Though clearly the killer hasn't spent much thought on planning, given how many times the victims fight back and get away. For the new audiences, there are some references to new-age therapy, particularly that provided by a 'claircognizant empath'. Also Read | Saiyaara movie review: Aneet Padda-Ahaan Panday show spark, but this is no Aashiqui 3 And then there is an interesting true crime podcaster, who is determined to peel the bandaid off the 1997 grisly killings, which could be bad for business for the now gentrified and tourist-friendly Southport. Rushing headlong into forbidden territory, she is just the kind of crazy this film needs. And not the cloaked, hooded crazy it would have us fear, who hasn't improvised in nearly 30 summers. I Know What You Did Last Summer movie director: Jennifer Kaytin Robinson I Know What You Did Last Summer movie cast: Madelyn Cline, Chase Sui Wonders, Jonah Hauer-King, Tyriq Withers, Sarah Pidgeon, Freddie Prinze Jr, Jennifer Love Hewitt I Know What You Did Last Summer movie rating: 1.5 stars
Newsweek
10-07-2025
- Business
- Newsweek
Economist Warns Wall Street of Big Mistake Over Donald Trump
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Economist Justin Wolfers believes markets may be underestimating President Donald Trump's "passion for tariffs" in assuming that he will renege on his latest trade threats. Speaking to CNN on Wednesday, Wolfers, a professor of economics and public policy at the University of Michigan, said: "People have convinced themselves that Trump is going to chicken out again." "For what it's worth, I think they're too confident about this," he added. "My reading of what Trump does and how he acts is [that] he really likes tariffs." Why It Matters Market reactions to major trade announcements have grown more muted since Liberation Day, when Trump's unveiling of "reciprocal" tariffs sent investors into a frenzy. This calmer response, despite potentially major economic consequences, has been attributed by some to investors anticipating that the administration will ultimately call off or postpone tariffs the president threatens to impose. This assumption has even spawned its own investment strategy—known as the TACO trade, an acronym for "Trump Always Chickens Out." But as Wolfers warns, premising financial decisions on the assumption Trump will backtrack underestimates the centrality of tariffs to his economic agenda. What To Know In his assessment, Wolfers mentioned Trump's decision to pause his "Liberation Day" reciprocal tariffs only a week after these were announced on April 2, telling CNN that this U-turn had led to investor's becoming overconfident in the TACO trade. The 90-day pause placed on these tariffs has again been extended, this time to August 1, at which point Trump says "everybody has to pay." The administration has consistently scaled back or postponed tariff plans since that time. On May 23, Trump threatened the European Union with a 50 percent tariff as negotiations with the bloc were "going nowhere." This was initially meant to go into effect on June 1, but two days later, Trump said he would be pushing this deadline back to July 9, a date that has again be postponed amid progress in trade talks between the pair. Wolfers' comments come following this week's tariff escalation, in the form of letters sent to over multiple countries including major trade partners such as Japan and South Korea, and which outline new tariff rates that will go into effect on August 1. On Wednesday, the president announced that he would be imposing a 50 percent tariff on copper, while taxing all of Brazil's imports at the same rate over the country's "witch hunt" of former president Jair Bolsonaro, currently on trial over attempting to overturn his 2022 election loss. U.S. President Donald Trump listens as African Leaders deliver remarks during a multilateral lunch in the State Dining Room of the White House July 9, 2025 in Washington, DC. U.S. President Donald Trump listens as African Leaders deliver remarks during a multilateral lunch in the State Dining Room of the White House July 9, 2025 in Washington, these far-reaching measures produced only a limited response in U.S. and global markets—when compared with the crashes that followed Trump's original Liberation Day speech—with all three major American indexes still trading modestly higher over the past five days. "Everyone has gotten used to this dance where Trump says something outrageous and then walks it back," Wolfers said on Wednesday. "And I think much of Wall Street is betting yes, he's saying big numbers and making big threats. But their bet is he's not going to follow through." He added that investors should be wary of assuming Trump will change course on his latest tariff announcements. "He meant to impose them on Liberation Day, it just so happened he allowed people to talk him out of it," he told CNN. "But there's a real chance he's not going to allow them to. In which case markets are going to wake up and see, and be worried about this damage all over again. For now they're just not taking it seriously." What People Are Saying Professor Justin Wolfers, via x: "Markets aren't freaking out about the Trump tariffs because they believe he's all talk and won't follow through. I fear that's under-estimating his passion for tariffs. It's no sure thing, but I think it's a pretty good bet that we're on the cusp of a Liberation Day moment (again)." Trump at a White House press conference on May 28: "I chicken out? Oh, I've never heard that. You mean because I reduced China from 145 percent that I set down to 100 and then to another number?" He added: "You call that chickening out? ... It's called negotiation." What Happens Next? It remains to be seen whether the Trump administration will scale back the tariff announcements made this week, postpone those already due to take effect, or enforce them by their new August 1 deadlines.
Yahoo
09-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
TACO Trump Makes Amazing Confession About His New Tariff Deadline
Donald Trump could spark more chaos and confusion in global markets after hinting that his latest deadline to impose major tariffs might once again shift on a whim. On Monday, Trump announced a sweeping new wave of 25 percent tariffs on more than a dozen countries, including key allies and trading partners such as Japan, South Korea, and Thailand. The proposed tariffs range from 25 to 40 percent unless those nations strike a deal with the U.S. by a new deadline of August 1—a delay from his original July 9 deadline. But speaking during a White House dinner with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump—nicknamed 'TACO' [Trump Always Chickens Out] by Wall Street traders for his notorious flip-flopping on trade threats—undercut his own new deadline, saying it is 'firm, but not 100 percent firm.' 'If they call up and they say, we'd like to do something a different way, we're going to be open to that,' Trump added. The White House confirmed Monday that the original 90-day pause on implementing Trump's most aggressive tariffs, which had been set to expire July 9, has now been extended to August 1. Trump's so-called 'Liberation Day' tariffs, which economists have long warned could have devastating effects on the U.S. economy, were initially paused to give countries more time to negotiate a new trade deal with the U.S. In letters sent to the leaders of the 14 targeted countries, Trump threatened to increase the tariffs they now face unless deals are struck by the new deadline. All 14 countries had been hit with a baseline 10 percent tariff under Trump's previous trade plans, which differed from the president's April 2 announcement. 'If you wish to open your heretofore closed trading markets to the United States, eliminate your tariff and non-tariff policies and trade barriers, we will perhaps consider an adjustment to this letter,' Trump wrote in near-identical notes to each leader. 'These tariffs may be modified, upward or downward, depending on our relationship with your country.' During a press briefing Monday, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt was asked whether Trump was concerned that world leaders who received the trade letters 'won't take them seriously,' given his track record of backing off from tariff threats and imposed deadlines since 'Liberation Day' on April 2. 'They will take the letters seriously because they have taken the president seriously,' Leavitt said. 'And that's why the president's phone, I can tell you, rings off the hook from world leaders all the time who are begging him to come to a deal.' Only two nations—the U.K. and Vietnam—agreed to new trade pacts with the U.S. within the original July 9 deadline, way below the 90 deals promised by the Trump administration. A partial deal was also reached with China amid a deepening trade war between the world's two largest economies. The White House did not immediately respond to a request for further comment from The Daily Beast.
Campaign ME
01-07-2025
- Health
- Campaign ME
Always and Noon Minutes partner to deliver peace of mind in 15 minutes
Always has launched a new campaign that addresses a persistent but often unspoken challenge for women: disrupted sleep during their period due to fears of leakage. Developed by Leo Burnett Beirut, the campaign puts a spotlight on the brand's Night XXL pads – and introduces a real-time solution through a first-time partnership with fast delivery app Noon Minutes. The campaign is built on insight drawn from the region: more than 75 per cent of women in the GCC wake up during the night to change their pad, fearing leaks. Always aims to change that experience with the reintroduction of its Night XXL pad, that provides a softer experience, extended coverage and enhanced absorbency. 'At Always, we believe every woman deserves uninterrupted sleep – even on her toughest nights,' said Lana Baaklini, Senior Director Feminine Care APL. 'That's why we created Always Night XXL, and partnered with Noon Minutes to make sure it's there exactly when she needs it.' This idea – that physical comfort and emotional confidence go hand in hand – informed both the creative direction and the brand partnership. The result is a campaign that doesn't just promote a product, but actively works to meet women at the moment they need support. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Always Arabia (@always_arabia) 'We're not just delivering products – we're delivering peace of mind,' said Maha Faraz, Manager Commercial Project at Noon Minutes. 'When you need something urgently, especially at night, waiting isn't an option. That's why this partnership with Always matters – it's about showing up when it counts.' The collaboration allows women in the UAE to receive period care essentials – including Always Night XXL – within 15 minutes, 24/7. The quick delivery support reinforces the core promise of the product: peace of mind, exactly when needed. 'This campaign was born from a deeply resonant truth – one that countless women experience every month but rarely speak about,' said Leo Burnett's Lana Khayat. 'By grounding our approach in real human insight and practical value, we created something that doesn't just connect emotionally – it delivers when it matters most. It's a clear example of how purposeful creativity can drive both relevance and impact.' The campaign launched with a social-first rollout, led by short-form content on Instagram. Influencer Nora Achmaoui (@noriyanori) was tapped as the face of the campaign, bringing relatability and emotional nuance to the work, and opening up dialogue around nighttime anxiety and period care. The social media-focused campaign continues to run across digital platforms.
