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46 Products That Work So Well You'll Feel Powerful
An un-spill-able drink tray so you can bring everyone's drinks, along with a heaping bowl of guacamole, out to the backyard BBQ all at once. No Cirque Du Soleil balancing abilities needed! A shoe stretch spray because autumn is sneaking up on us, and this'll keep your feet blister-free when you start breaking in those brand-new boots. But this isn't just for boots! With this stuff your loafers, sandals, and even gloves are gonna fit like a (ahem) glove. CeraVe eye repair cream, which is cooked up with their famous blend of ceramides (a skincare "secret sauce" if you will) and a healthy dose of hyaluronic acid to boost hydration and niacinamide to help tighten and brighten the appearance of skin. If you're revitalizing your skincare routine, add this to the mix and reduce the appearance of dark circles, under-eye puffiness, *and* fine lines. ~Eye~ love to see it. A pack of Crest 3D Whitestrips with 44 strips total (meaning you'll have enough products for 20 regular treatments and two one-hour express treatments) so you can have your coffee and drink it too *without discoloring your teeth*. A Shark Tank-favorite Click & Carry Grocery Bag Carrier that'll give you Herculean strength in an instant. Hook your bags to the clip, place it around your shoulder, and lift up to *80 pounds!!!* without bag straps literally breaking your back. A ChomChom pet hair remover roller — this is gonna pick up fur and lock it inside the roller, making cleanup a breeze. Plus, it doesn't lose its effectiveness with heavy use. We love our pets but woof, shedding is their greatest skill. A pack of leather cleaning wipes made with a nontoxic, grease-free formula that'll condition, clean, and protect leather without leaving residue behind. A TikTok-famous Little Green upholstery cleaner from Bissell — this spiffy (and portable!) system uses warm water and a special formula to save the day when slips turn into spills, which turn into stains. Cosrx's snail mucin repairing essence reviewers love for the extra boost of hydration it gives their skin, helping clear up acne, inflammation, peeling, fine lines, and even eczema! Stop being ~sluggish~ about investing in your skincare routine and get this on your face. Fast. A pack of two Downy fabric sprays — with this, you're *finally* gonna rid your caftans and pants of those stubborn crinkles and creases. A bottle of professional-grade callus-removing gel for feet that feel positively caked in callouses. A single-serving Ninja blender that's gonna make hitting your smoothie goals simple. The cups are dishwasher-safe and cleaning is a breeze! No more getting out/washing an entire blender just to get your greens in for the day! A carpet shampoo solution to get your floors and rugs back to their original color without any toxic chemicals. Who knew your brown carpet was actually a WHITE carpet? A tomato knife that'll make chopping up this pesky piece of produce tomat-oh so easy! A clip-on polarized sun visor sure to be a must if you're always squinting into the sun on your daily commute. Just clip the extender onto your existing sun visor! A drip dry cleaner so you can get your chandelier shining with just a spritz of spray. There's no need to take the dang thing down and clean each individual crystal any longer! A TubShroom that'll protect you from the things lurking in your drain, because soap-covered hair goo is too scary for even Stephen King to put down the pipes. An anxiety-eliminating baby gate — this gate features a pressure mount, so you won't have to drill holes into your wall to keep it secure. It's easy to install and easy for adults to open with one hand, which you'll definitely be thankful for when you're trying to carry your toddler and open it at the same time. A handy Souper Cubes freezer tray to make it ~souper~ easy to store notoriously hard-to-freeze things like soups and sauces. Being able to defrost individual portions of soup has my all-too-adult heart all aflutter. A jar of The Pink Stuff (the internet's favorite cleaning product) so you can clean everything from pots and pans to blotches in your bathtub. Move over firefighters, I want a calendar of THIS sexy stuff and its shiny results. A Scrubbing Bubbles toilet cleaning stamp to polish your toilet without you ever having to touch a dirty toilet brush. With each flush, the stamp releases the cleaning gel, which foams and cleans your toilet. A purse organizer for folks who fill their bag with every item they could possibly need while compromising on organization. A versatile chop, slice, and dice unit so you can prep (and cleanup!) in no time at all. The interchangeable blades just pop out and then you can pop them right into the dishwasher! A dishwasher safe garlic peeler — simply toss your garlic in, press down, and roll to get perfectly peeled garlic in seconds. This is gentle enough to keep your freshly peeled garlic cloves intact while the grip from the material will keep the peelings inside as your cloves pop out, making meal prep simple. And a garlic rocker that'll, ahem, rock your world. This tool is so much easier than a traditional garlic press. A set of hidden magnetic locks to keep your pint-sized cat burglar from breaking into your secret candy stash (and thus, leaving wrappers *everywhere*). An overnight tank cleaner for making your toilet tank clean as the day you bought it, while *you* enjoy a snooze. Catch some ZZZs and wake up to a task that's completely taken care of. A laser leveler that has one 360-degree horizontal beam and one 140-degree vertical beam that'll guarantee your taxidermy collection looks its very best. Oh wait, you don't have one of those? You're missing out. A can of fire extinguishing spray designed for sparking your muscle memory, because nothing sounds scarier than not knowing how to use an extinguisher when you notice a fire start to spark. A drywall repair kit that can save your walls from the "save" your goalie made the *one* time you let your kids play ball in the house. A fabric defuzzer that'll clean up sweaters, sofas, and other aging fabrics that have been a real ~pill~ lately. A storage bean bag so your kid can use their signature "shove the mess where people can't see it" technique and still make their room look, you know, *actually* clean. An ingenious sandwich cutter and sealer for making crust-free sandwiches in a cinch. As all toddlers know (and I still can't figure out why), crusts are the enemy. A touchless vacuum — go ahead and throw that dust pan in the GARBAGE where it belongs. With this, you'll no longer have to bend and snap every time you sweep. A microfiber dusting glove, because microfiber is the very best material to use when picking up pesky dust particles, and you're gonna see why when you use this! Whoever thought to turn a cleaning cloth into a glove is a true genius. A length-adjustable pet hair broom can pull the years of hidden fur your vacuum never grabs (no matter how many times you plug in that clunker and run it over the carpet). A multi-use car hammer can help you escape from your car in an emergency — the safety edge slicer can cut through your seatbelt and the rounded hammer breaks through windows and windshields. An overflow cap for anyone who wants a long soak in a bath that's as full as possible! A much-needed peanut butter knife with a brilliantly shaped blade that'll guarantee not a *drop* of your perfect peanut putty goes to waste. Hate getting peanut butter all over your knuckles when scraping out the container with a standard knife? Get this in your life. A pack of "Food Cubby" dividers designed for picky eaters of all ages. These suction to your plate, preventing foods and sauces from intermingling while you eat. A set of wad-free pads for keeping your bedsheets from tangling in the wash. Get this and keep those laundry clods from wasting precious drying time! A soothing behavioral aid toy with a faux heartbeat that'll be your puppy's ~dream~ toy and help *you* finally get to sleep while crate training. A bag re-sealer I'd personally buy for the looks alone (it's basically a tiny hair straightener! CUTE!), for anyone who would love the chance to reseal their snacks and keep them feelin' fresh. A stick of NerdWax to keep your glasses on your face no matter how much you move. Well, my four-eyed face is gonna love this stuff. A "Shower Cat" for folks who spend half their time in the shower making hair art on the walls, which inevitably ends up clogging the drain. TMI? This makes catching your hair *much* easier and gives it a proper place while you finish sudsing up. And finally, a fleece-lined pouch hoodie that'll be so darn cozy even your surliest cat won't be able to resist snuggling the day away with you! FINALLY.
Yahoo
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Bradley University introduces entertainment engineering major
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — This fall, students at Bradley University can focus their studies on Entertainment Engineering, a new major for those with 'a scientific mind with a creative heart.' Bradley said the new major, which starts this fall, will be under the Slane College of Communications and Fine Arts and the Caterpillar College of Engineering and Technology, will offer either a bachelor's degree Entertainment Engineering as well as an ABET accredited bachelor of science in a field of engineering. The college described the new major like this: 'From hydraulics and pneumatics to rigging, motor and winch design, and structural engineering for theatrical productions, students will gain hands-on training in the fast-paced, high-demand world of scenic automation. Graduates will be prepared to work behind the scenes in film, television, theatre, theme parks, concert venues, touring productions, cruise ships, and immersive entertainment experiences like Cirque du Soleil, a Bradley industry partner.' Johanna Pershing, associate professor of Theatre Technology at Bradley, said, 'The safety of performers and audiences is on the line. This is life or death work, and the technology is advancing faster than the industry can train people. That's where we come in.' Scenic automation is currently the fastest growing discipline in technical theatre. Bradley's program is unique as it's one of the first to be based in engineering rather than theatre that includes ABET accredited engineering degrees. 'The industry is desperate for engineers who understand the physics of motion and the artistry of storytelling,' said Pershing. 'Our graduates will enter the field fully prepared to build the magic behind the curtain.' The Entertainment Engineering program officially launches on Aug. 27. For more information about the program, click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Daily Mail
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Ocean's 11 is turning 25! Movie's hotel is just as splendid as it was when Clooney, Roberts and Pitt roamed its casino
Ocean's 11 with Brad Pitt and George Clooney was filmed at the Bellagio in Las Vegas almost 25 years ago. The opulent resort with its massive chandeliers and dancing fountains provided the perfect backdrop for the slick crime film that also starred Julia Roberts and Matt Damon. And today the Italianesque palace is just as breathtaking as ever as it comes close to its Silver Anniversary. One of the top highlights is the Conservatory & Botanical Gardens with 22,000 potted plants, shrubs and trees. This summer it has as its theme Glam Menagerie: A Surrealist Summer, which is on view through September 6. Created by designer Ed Libby and Bellagio's Horticulture team, the 'illusory experience' transforms the Conservatory into a European garden party like no other, where baroque elegance meets 'whimsical fantasy, and luxury collides with imagination,' according to the Bellagio. Another highlight is the O, Cirque du Soleil show and the ever-classic Spago restaurant which has a view of the festive fountains out front. The gardens are one of the first things guests see as they walk into the Bellagio lobby. The exhibit blends dreamlike creativity with opulence, sweeping visitors into a world where the extraordinary reigns supreme. Here are the numbers: There is 125,000 pounds of ivy weaved throughout the display, 22,000 potted plants, shrubs and trees, 5,000: Square feet of boxwood sculpted into topiaries, 120 feet of live hedges throughout the display, 80 visionary artists, horticulturists and engineers collaborating to bring the summer display to life, 17 hanging lanterns illuminating the display, 4 flamingos in the East Bed, 2 Giraffes draped in moss standing at 22 feet tall and 1 grand marble chess board in the West Bed. Towering topiaries, couture animals and multi-sensory surprises dazzle and disorient, while intricate trompe-l'oeil illusions challenge perception at every turn. Throughout the display, surrealism takes shape in fanciful animal figures adorned in French Renaissance-inspired costuming, adding a whimsical flair to the escape from reality. 'Designing the summer display was more than just creating a beautiful garden - it was about transporting guests into an extraordinary realm where nature and opulence intertwine, surreal art comes to life and elegance blooms with every step,' said Libby. 'Each element was chosen to challenge perception and celebrate luxury, imagination and the beauty of summertime.' West Bed The West Bed showcases a life-sized chessboard with moss-covered figures poised for a fantastical duel. On the left, a soaring archway crowned with the Bellagio 'B' welcomes guests into a fairytale garden, where an elegant pink cockatoo swings gracefully beneath. Inspired by Fragonard's iconic painting 'The Swing,' the cockatoo brings a touch of 18th-century romance to the scene. To the right, a towering chess piece houses The Garden Table, where guests can indulge in a lavish Sadelle's brunch. Overheard, grand chandeliers illuminate pink botanicals and oversized topiaries that fill the bed below. In the North Bed, two topiary giraffe sisters are joined by Tigress Giovanna, gracefully perched on a swing and dressed in a striking black-and-white haute couture ensemble inspired by the high fashions of the French Renaissance. Nearby, two cherub fountains add a sense of gentle tranquility, while surrounding lavender, pink, blue and white flowers evoke the elegance of classic European gardens. LED screens filled with illusionary art brighten the bed from behind as a harmonious soundtrack and a delicate jasmine scent fill the air. Guests can bring home a piece of the Conservatory with a bespoke candle available for purchase at the Giardini Store. East Bed A captivating gazebo stands at the heart of the East Bed, where pedestal columns support a wrought iron dome adorned with pink and white blossoms. A flock of elegant flamingos wade in shimmering waters surrounding the structure, illuminated by antique-style lanterns embossed with the Bellagio 'B' hanging high above. Throughout the bed, lush topiaries and boxwood creations add allure within a landscape. In the South Bed, zebras Sir Pierre and Lady Colette lounge amidst sculpted greenery. A pirouetting water feature pays tribute to the iconic Fountains of Bellagio, set beneath baroque chandeliers shimmering overhead. There are several pools at the Bellagio; this is one of the smaller ones with a center fountain Behind the bed, carefully detailed doors invite admiration, framed by an array of pastel botanicals and topiaries of geometric shapes. Visitors are invited to embark on a one-of-a-kind culinary journey at The Garden Table, hosted within an opulent chess piece at the heart of the Bellagio Conservatory. Guests can experience an exclusive dining experience within the summer wonderland with brunch service from Sadelle's at $125 per person and dinner from MICHAEL MINA Bellagio at $195 per person. Sustainability at the Conservatory Water used in Bellagio's Conservatory and Botanical Gardens comes from on-site underground wells that use rain and recycled water from the resort, avoiding the use of municipal potable water. 'The water in the Conservatory is also recycled throughout the exhibit and reused at the resort. Bellagio's water conservation efforts are part of MGM Resorts International's overall sustainability commitment,' the hotel shared. This method of recycling keeps thousands of pounds of waste out of local landfills and turns it into something that improves the region's soil, air and water quality. Inspired by the beautiful villages of Europe, Bellagio Resort & Casino overlooks a Mediterranean-blue, 8 ½-acre lake in which fountains perform a magnificent aquatic ballet. Award-winning dining including Prime Steakhouse and The Mayfair Supper Club, a world-class art gallery, the stunning performance of 'O' by Cirque du Soleil, a spa and salon and shopping are there too. Bellagio is operated by MGM Resorts International.
CTV News
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CTV News
What's happening in Ottawa this weekend: July 4-6
looks at things to do in Ottawa and eastern Ontario this weekend. Cirque du Soleil See Cirque du Soleil's Ovo until Sunday at the Canadian Tire Centre. 'The show plunges the audience into the hidden universe alive at our feet; an ecosystem teeming with life and unseen beings – insects that work, eat, crawl, flutter, feast, fight and court among each other in an ongoing explosion of energy and movement,' says the Canadian Tire Centre website. For tickets, visit Barrhaven Midway Enjoy a day on the midway in Barrhaven this weekend. Visit Clarke Fields for rides and games Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Gatineau Comedy Festival The Gatineau Comedy Festival continues until Saturday at City Square in Gatineau. Friday's lineup includes Christine Morency and Katherine Levac. On Saturday, see Liliane Blanco-Binette, Justin Morissette, Laurent Paquin and Louis Morissette. Ottawa Equestrian Tournaments The RBC Summer Tournament is this weekend at Wesley Clover Parks. See top-tier show jumping until Sunday. Almonte Celtest It's a weekend of historical Celtic traditions with today's local performers. Almonte Celtfest runs Friday, Saturday and Sunday in Gemmill Park. The event includes Celt College Workshops, performances and more. For more information, visit National Arts Centre Friday: The New Brunswick Youth Orchestra – Project TITAN (Free concert) Saturday: NAC Orchestra WolfGang Sessions at Club SAW NCC bike days National Capital Commission's weekend bikedays continue all weekend. The NCC will close the parkways and Queen Elizabeth Driveway to vehicles for active use. Here is a look at what's open for cyclists, runners, walkers and other active use: Kichi Zībī Mīkan (Vimy Place to Carling Avenue): 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday Sir George-Étienne Cartier Parkway (Aviation Parkway to St. Joseph Boulevard): 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday Queen Elizabeth Driveway (Somerset Avenue to Fifth Avenue: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday Pirate Fest It's a day of fun, games and tales on the high seas. Spend a day as a pirate at Pirate Fest at Mooney's Bay on Saturday. For more information, visit 613Flea The popular 613flea returns to Lansdowne on Saturday. Checkout 150 vendors from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free. Lansdowne Farmers Market The Lansdowne Farmers Market is back at Lansdowne on Sunday. Connect with over 85 local vendors in the historic Aberdeen Square from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Main Street Farmers Market The Main Street Farmers Market is open for the season. The market is open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Grande Allee Park. Carp Farmers Market The Carp Farmers Market is open every Saturday 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The market is at the Carp Fairgrounds. Metcalfe Farmers Market The Metcalfe Farmers Market has kicked off a new season. The market is every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Metcalfe Fairgrounds. Westboro Farmers' Market The Westboro Farmers Market is open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The market is located in Byron Linear Park. Barrhaven Farmers Market The Barrhaven Farmers' Market is every Sunday at the Nepean Woods Park and Ride. The market is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Museums Click on the links for the schedule at museums in Ottawa and eastern Ontario: Parliament of Canada Tours Enjoy a free, guided tour of the Senate at the Senate of Canada Building, the House of Commons in the West Block and the East Block. For tickets and tour times, visit Parliament: The Immersive Experience Explore the main Parliament Building, also called Centre Block, in this innovative experience. Parliament: The Immersive Experience at 211 Sparks Street includes an exhibition and a 360-degree multimedia show that takes you on a tour through Centre Block, which has been closed since 2019. The self-guided tour is 45 minutes. Tickets are available at no cost at visit Events in Kingston Here is a look at events happening in Kingston this weekend. Friday-Saturday: Come Play by the Lake at the Domino Theatre Prescott Beer Fest The first ever Prescott Beer Fest is Saturday on the waterfront in Prescott. There will also be pop-up shops at the festival near the marina. Brockville Ontario Speedway Saturday night is race night at the Brockville Ontario Speedway. Racing starts at 7 p.m. Cornwall Motor Speedway Sunday is race night at the Cornwall Motor Speedway Enjoy racing around the quarter-mile dirt track, with the first race at 6 p.m.
CBC
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CBC
Cirque du Soleil returns to Ottawa to present 'OVO'
Cirque du Soleil is launching a five-day run at the Canadian Tire Centre, reprising one of its most enduring shows.
