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27 Target Products That Will Save You Money Longterm
A 6-cup Brita water filter pitcher, which claims to replace "up to 1,800 16.9 fluid-ounce single-use plastic water bottles a year." That's a whole lotta H2O! Price: $19.89 (available in five colors) A magnetic dry-erase whiteboard that won't waste paper and makes it super easy to keep grocery lists, which should cut down on a few extra trips to the supermarket. Promising review: "We purchased this to put on the fridge for shopping/task lists, and it's perfect. It came with magnets to adhere to the back of the board, and the magnets and adhesive pads are of great quality and adhere well. The marker works great and comes with an eraser on the cap (handy), and the board comes with a bonus magnet." —KateSPrice: $5.49 Or a 32-page eco-friendly smart spiral reusable notebook to send all your handwritten notes to cloud services like Google Drive, Dropbox, Evernote, OneNote, Slack, iCloud, email, and more using the Rocketbook app for iOS and Android. Promising review: "I've really appreciated this notebook so far. My favorite feature is actually getting to wipe it clean, which is a huge help in decluttering and using up other notebooks! I like the functionality of uploading the notes if needed. Sometimes I don't upload at all and just use my hand-written notes to type up notes via email after Zoom meetings. For other projects, I've found it really useful to upload and have a record of my notes!" —meaganwhitPrice: $31.49 Reel Paper bamboo paper towels for all of those times you forgot to go to the store for regular paper towels and you're forced to use fast-food napkins and dish towels to blot out and soak up household messes. Promising review: "These exceeded my expectations. They obviously won't be as absorbent or soft as Bounty, but for bamboo, they're amazing! Go look at other bamboo paper towel reviews; you'll quickly realize that these exceed the quality of any others. They're strong, lint-free, and clean well. Yes, they're not that soft, but they're not wiping your butt, so you'll be fine." —Summer WilksPrice: $7.39+ (available in packs of two and six) A gentle-use at-home dry cleaner kit to steam clean, deodorize, and remove wrinkles from more delicate clothes. All it takes is 20 minutes in the dryer, which costs so much less time, money, and effort than going to an actual dry cleaner. Promising review: "This was my first time purchasing this kit, and it really worked! It refreshed my sweater without spending money at the dry cleaners." —LBPrice: $13.89 An 80-piece Johnson & Johnson first aid kit for any boo-boos that might happen while out and about or indoors. This pack has it all, and the case can be reused and refilled. What's included: 30 adhesive bandages in assorted sizes, 21 sheer adhesive bandages, hand-cleansing wipes, 10 gauze all-purpose dressings, and one full-sized Neosporin antibiotic review: "This is the perfect on-the-go first aid kit. It fits great in the glove compartment of my Honda Odyssey and has everything I need. I will definitely be getting this again when I need to get another one. I would recommend this for all parents to keep in their cars." —TinaTargetMamaPrice: $13.79 A 6-quart digital window air fryer because the oven takes too long to warm up and the microwave doesn't always leave food tasting its best. Plus, that window lets you see exactly how everything is cooking. Promising review: "I wish I had bought one sooner. I love the quick cleanup. And the fact that it has a clear window. It also has a recipe book included. In one week, I have used it several times. I am going to get through the learning curve on this. I love this!" —1MadhatterPrice: $69.99 A set of three reusable canvas tote bags to take grocery shopping (or any shopping for that matter). You can never have too many multi-use bags (just remember to clean them from time to time). Promising review: "These are beautiful and high quality! Each of my kids has one that they grab before heading out for activities. I love that they have thickly woven straps and ample room!" —ChristinePrice: $15.50 (originally $23.99) Clorox drain cleaners that'll clear out those clogs and hair monsters without having to employ chemicals that most of the time don't get the job done. Promising review: "Just used one of these for the first time and I was able to clear two drains (bathroom sink and tub/shower) with many uses of just the one tool. I have long hair, known to be an issue in drains, and I'm pretty sure I pulled out some remnants of past tenants as well. The teeth didn't start significantly bending or threatening to break until I was basically done with the second drain. It was definitely gross but incredibly effective." —EmiPrice: $6.29 for three A 12-pack of 32-ounce wide-mouth Mason jars with lids — they have countless applications. I, for one, use them to extend the lives of certain fruits and veggies. No more throwing away half a carton of strawberries after two days! Promising review: "I use these as often as possible instead of plastic containers for food storage as these do not stain, don't get distorted in the dishwasher, and can be reused for years." —HatLadyNCPrice: $13.19 (originally $16.49) An airtight, water-resistant Vaultek LifePod X Rugged Electronic Lockbox with a keypad lock to keep your valuables — like smartphones, cash, passports, or medicine — safe while you're at the beach, pool, or anywhere that allows you to concentrate on fun instead of potential theft. Price: $84.99 A pack of dishwasher-safe stainless-steel and silicone straws that'll cut down on single-use plastics and work way better than paper straws. Promising review: "Love these straws! Easy to clean as they come with a cleaning brush, and the silicone tops are removable. Definitely would recommend :)" —bklovestargetrunsPrice: $4.24 (originally $4.99) A three-pack of Tide To Go stain remover pens for those trips where you're packing light and there's no washing machine. Kiddo clothes will most likely get stained, so you'll be glad you have this on hand for sauce and juice spills. Promising review: "Handy and easy to use to remove stains on the go or to spot treat stains at home." —Target GirlPrice: $8.99 A pack of three size-assorted biodegradable, washable, and reusable beeswax food wraps to tear plastic wrap use out of your life for good. Promising review: "I love these! Better option than plastic. I like to use them to wrap sandwiches so I can wipe them clean after and reuse them." —Mamax4 Price: $15.89 A fast-charging, long-running portable wet/dry vacuum cleaner ideal for keeping in your car and saving you some money on springing for the Executive Gold Package at the carwash. Promising review: "I initially bought this for my car, but now I use it around the house too. It's powerful and easy to clean — great value for the price!" —MyraPrice: $59.99 (originally $199.99). An Energizer charger for NiMH rechargeable AA and AAA batteries, so you'll never run out of juice again. Promising review: "I decided to get this battery charger because I play video games and have spent quite a bit on batteries. Purchasing this was the best decision. It's worth it. Charging time is perfect. I charge the batteries at the same time, use two, and have two to spare, and continue playing when the previous batteries need to be charged. Good investment." —NAFPrice: $15.99 A spray bottle of water-based Folex instant carpet spot remover because if you've got a carpet or rug (that you care about), you best believe it's gonna get stained. Take a look right now; there's probably a new stain already waiting for you! Promising review: "I've been using Folex for many years. This is the only thing that can get stains out of my carpet pretty fast. Sometimes, they do return, but if you just want something that's quick and you don't have to scrub so hard, then this is going to be the thing for you." —VmurphyPrice: $8.59 A Lego Botanicals mini orchid building set that'll add a never-need-to-water-or-worry-about-dying floral touch to any room, all for the cost of one actual bouquet of flowers. Promising reviews: "A really fun build. It didn't take very long. A great set for anyone that won't take hours or days to put together." —Baxterdad"Looks life-like from across the room!" —OtherPrice: $23.99 An easy-to-clean, dishwasher-safe, odor-containing, and pest-reducing plastic OXO compost bin, so now you have no excuse not to compost on the reg. Promising review: "I originally had a one-gallon metal can-style compost bin with charcoal filters in the lid. It worked for a while, but just got sooo gross, and was hard to clean. Switching to this one has been great. Things I love…. 1) The bag stays in place with the rim to hold it. 2) The lid is attached. No more gross lid sitting on the counter while you're peeling potatoes. 3) The lid also detaches for easy cleaning. 4) The lid is not deep. Our old one had a deep, rimmed lid that resulted in it pressing into the nasty compost and getting stuff stuck all over the edges. 5) Comfortable carry handle. 6) EASY to clean. 7) Somehow, despite no filter, it hasn't gotten stinky." —Ticky85Price: $32.99 A set of silicone baking mats that eliminate the need for butter, grease, oils, sprays, parchment paper, or disposable foil. Promising review: "No complaints. Very slight staining after running them through the dishwasher. I should have checked the dimensions so they match my baking sheets exactly, but no biggie." —CHPrice: $13.19 A portable clothesline, because the sun's rays are always the most cost-effective way to dry your wet laundry. Attach it anywhere from a balcony to a tree, on an RV, or even in a hotel room. Price: $11.49+ (available in three sizes and seven colors) A travel container set for all of the lotions and potions that you require on your journey. No need to spend money on travel-size versions or packing full-size bottles, taking up extra space and weight in your luggage. Price: $15.39 A Bialetti Moka 6-cup espresso maker to make a strong, rich brew and save you some cash since you won't need to make any more daily trips to over-priced Starbucks. Niiiice! (Read in Sabrina Carpenter's voice). Promising review: "We love our Moka pot! We bought this six years ago now, and it's still holding strong. We've had three other coffee makers (pour over, French press, etc.) over this same time period that have since broken, but not this Moka pot! We've been using it daily for the last two years because it's the most convenient way to make coffee in the morning. And it tastes great!" —JenPrice: $39.99 (originally $44.99). And if you're a Keurig-user, a four-pack of reusable K Cups that'll cut down on plastic waste and give you more options to drink your favorite flavors of brew. Promising review: "Works perfectly in our Keurig. How nice to choose your favorite blend of coffee and not have to use just what's offered in the disposable plastic pods. Note: The manufacturer suggests a coarse grind as the finer grind clogs up. I especially like that it's BPA-free and easy to clean after each use. The price for four is reasonable compared to some of the others that are not as easy to use and have questionable manufacturing." —FlamingoPinksPrice: $11.99 (originally $18.99). A battery-operated LED toilet bowl nightlight, because in the middle of the night, one's aim is not always true, and the last thing you want to spend any time or money on is cleaning up floor pee. Promising review: "Works well and very well made. Love having this! No need to turn on the light each time through the night." —Love this rugPrice: $10.39 A two-pack of Stasher reusable food bags that not only help to phase out non-recyclable single-use plastics, but can be used to keep almost anything from snacks and toys to medicine and changing supplies contained. Price: $29.49 A 3-in-1 multi-charging cable so you can cut down on having/buying an excessive amount of cords, always have the right plug, and be able to juice up several devices at once. Promising review: "We live in an Apple /Android home, so we need all three types of plugs. I was concerned that the two adaptors would break off or the connections would become useless, but four and a half months later, they're as good as new. It might be nice if they offered a bit longer version, but that is not a real issue for us." —ArbyPrice: $16.08 (originally $27.28)
TechCrunch
04-06-2025
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It's layoff ‘season' at Phil Libin's Airtime
Airtime, the video startup from Evernote's founder Phil Libin, has laid off dozens of employees, TechCrunch has learned, and Airtime confirmed. According to the company, 25 people were let go from the 58-person team — a change Airtime described as 'bigger than usual.' While Airtime characterizes the departures as part of its typical seasonal approach to employment, sources inside the company said staff were surprised by the announcement. Many were under the impression the startup intended to raise funds this year and were previously told no cuts were planned, they said. Formerly known as mmhmm, Airtime was launched in 2020 by Libin, whose Evernote, a note-taking startup, was valued at nearly a billion at its height before being sidelined by newer competitors like Notion. (The company later sold to Bending Spoons in 2022 for a decidedly smaller figure.) First launched amid the COVID pandemic, when all office work had suddenly shifted to video, Airtime today offers two key tools for online meetings. Its 'AirTime Creator' lets users present a deck while appearing on screen at the same time, while its 'AirTime Camera' allows users to create custom looks to stand out in meetings. Image Credits:Airtime The startup introduced a 'seasons'-focused employment structure in late 2022, following a layoff of around 10%-15% of the staff, which had capped the company's headcount at 100 while it searched for product-market fit. The idea was introduced so staff wouldn't face any surprise firings or layoffs. Instead, the company would decide roughly every six months who would be invited back for the next 'season.' This plan allowed Airtime to give staff a longer heads-up if they weren't going to return, so they had time to seek other employment. And ideally, employees would work throughout a full season before choosing to quit. Techcrunch event Save now through June 4 for TechCrunch Sessions: AI Save $300 on your ticket to TC Sessions: AI—and get 50% off a second. Hear from leaders at OpenAI, Anthropic, Khosla Ventures, and more during a full day of expert insights, hands-on workshops, and high-impact networking. These low-rate deals disappear when the doors open on June 5. Exhibit at TechCrunch Sessions: AI Secure your spot at TC Sessions: AI and show 1,200+ decision-makers what you've built — without the big spend. Available through May 9 or while tables last. Berkeley, CA | REGISTER NOW Such a structure, as you can imagine, was controversial. But until now, the deal had been honored on both ends. The recent layoffs have frustrated staff because, typically, their 'season' would have ended on the last day of June, according to what their managers told them. But impacted employees have been given an end date of Friday, June 6. That means their severance covers at least some of what would have normally been offered if they were employed through the period they were promised under the 'seasons' arrangement. Airtime declined to respond to questions about severance. The layoffs themselves were hashed out by leadership over two 8-hour sessions at Nobu in Palo Alto, sources claim. Staff were told on Tuesday, June 3, while their managers were told the night prior. An unknown number of independent contractors were also let go, they said. As to what necessitated the cuts, company insiders said Airtime's product never really took off and experienced quite a bit of churn. User acquisition ad spend also cost Airtime high tens of thousands of dollars per month, and employees report that Libin was often absent from day-to-day decisions as he focused his attention on his restaurant in Arkansas. Airtime, meanwhile, said the larger cuts had to do with the company's changing focus. In an emailed statement attributed to Libin, Airtime said the following: 'Since 2022, Airtime has operated on a 'seasonal' structure: two five-and-a-half-month work seasons per year, with a shared two-week break in between. Near the end of each season, we decide who comes back based on plans for the following season. The company invites some people back, and they decide whether they want to return. There's a mutual commitment that people who return will not leave mid-season and that the company won't terminate anyone mid-season other than for serious misbehavior. We treat everyone who departs at the end of a season equally, whether or not they were invited back. Product releases, hiring, departures, promotions, and other events are also timed around the seasons to provide people with a predictable cadence. We're currently in our sixth seasonal transition, and we've made changes to the team every time. This change is bigger than usual because our focus changed more than usual. Of 58 employees, we've asked 33 to come back next season to work on our new products and partnerships.' To date, Airtime has raised nearly $235 million in venture funding across multiple early-stage rounds. Some of those funds were used for M&A, as with the deal to acquire filter-maker Mexmix in 2020, then acquire Macro, a maker of filters and reactions for online meetings, in 2021. The latter deal was focused on bringing in founders with product chops, Ankith Harathi and John Keck. (The pair has since left Airtime, according to their LinkedIn profiles.) Airtime parent All Turtles also brought in Alexander Pashintsev, who previously worked on AI at Evernote, but Airtime itself has not yet made a significant AI push. Sarah Perez can be reached at sarahp@ and @sarahperez.01 on Signal. TechCrunch also offers secure tip lines here.
Fashion Value Chain
26-05-2025
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- Fashion Value Chain
Bar Council of India Gives Nod to Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh to Offer LLB and Five Years Integrated Law Courses
The Bar Council of India (BCI) the apex body in India which gives approval to Universities and Institutions has given nod to the newly established Chandigarh University Lucknow campus to offer 120 seats in LL.B and 240 seats in five-year integrated programmes from 2025 session. BCI recently issued approval letter to Chandigarh University Lucknow in this regard. Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh Officials After Receiving the Approval Letter from Bar Council of India for Kick Starting Programs in Law at CU UP Campus With this approval, Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh, recognized as India's first AI-Augmented Multidisciplinary University, has entered into the legal education landscape, reaffirming its commitment to delivering transformative, future-ready legal education rooted in tradition and elevated through technology. The School of Legal Studies at CU Uttar Pradesh will now offer three comprehensive programmes: BA LL.B (Hons), BBA LL.B (Hons), and the three-year LL.B-each designed to blend foundational legal principles with 21st-century technological skills and global perspectives. The curriculum will cover key areas such as Criminal Laws, Civil Laws, Taxation Laws, Corporate Laws, International Arbitration, Cyber Laws, IT Laws, and E-Commerce Laws. Chandigarh University would also introduce students to the tools of Artificial Intelligence immersion in the field of Legal Studies, where they will learn to use AI tools like Lexis Nexis, Evernote, AI Lawyer, etc. Dr. Abhishek Kumar Singh has joined as the academic head of the School of Legal Studies at Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh. Dr. Abhishek Kumar Singh, Associate Professor and Head of the School of Legal Studies at Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh, is a seasoned legal academic with over 12 years of experience. Holding an LL.B. (Hons), LL.M., and a Ph.D. in Cyber Crime, his expertise lies at the intersection of law and technology. He has authored and edited three books and published over 20 research papers in reputed journals. Dr. Singh is also actively involved in curriculum design and research mentorship, driving a future-ready legal education rooted in both academic rigor and practical relevance. On joining, Dr. Abhishek Singh emphasized on the dynamic transformation underway in the legal profession. 'Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh will be setting new benchmark in legal education through an industry-aligned, AI-integrated curriculum. Developed with inputs from national and international legal experts, the curriculum emphasizes critical analysis, real-world application, and interdisciplinary learning.' He further added that, 'The School of Legal Studies has embedded cutting-edge technologies into its pedagogy. Courses such as 'AI and Law' and 'AI and Intellectual Property Laws' ensure that students are equipped to understand and navigate complex issues emerging at the intersection of law and technology-ranging from data privacy to automation and digital rights.' The integration of AI-powered legal research tools and legal analytics platforms empowers students to conduct efficient, high-precision legal analysis, positioning them competitively for careers in evolving legal sectors. Dr. Thipendra P Singh said, 'The students would be offer multiple specializations in the emerging domains of legal education which includes, International Arbitration, Environmental Laws, Corporate & Business Laws, Cyber Laws, International Business Laws, E-commerce laws.' He further added that, 'The legal framework in Indian Judiciary has recently undergone major reforms with the introduction of Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS). Speedy Justice approach in the Indian Justice System has offered new hope to a common man. Chandigarh University will offer comprehensive practical hands-on learning approach for its students in legal studies where students will learn through Moot Courts, Internships with top law firms. In addition, preparation for Judiciary Examinations will be integral part of the academic learning at Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh.' About Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh (Lucknow) Envisioned to foster a culture of sustainability and empower future global leaders, Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh, immerses 21st-century learners in a personalised and experiential learning experience, integrating an AI-powered academic model and a multidimensional, futuristic perspective on education. Our Uttar Pradesh campus carries forward the venerable legacy of more than a decade of Chandigarh University, Punjab, which has established itself as Indias No. 1 Private University and a torchbearer of groundbreaking pedagogy and research-driven innovation. The AI-augmented new campus offers a broad spectrum of industry-driven futuristic academic programs encompassing data-driven insights, virtual reality experiences, real-world simulations, corporate mentorship, international perspective, interdisciplinary research, cultivation of entrepreneurial spirit, and professional competencies. For more information, please visit
Hindustan Times
24-05-2025
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- Hindustan Times
‘Dear diary, he's doing it again': Charles Assisi on journaling in third-person
Every night, just before sleep, he gets into bed. The house is quiet. The lights are dim. As his family sleeps, he opens Evernote, to write in his diary. The man is me. What follows is a story about how, after 12 years of maintaining a diary, I found that something had changed. The habit started quietly, as so many life-altering things do. Not in a blaze of insight or a firm resolve, but during a season when nothing felt right. I didn't know whom to talk to, or what to say if I did. So I started to write things down. At first, the notes were simple facts of the everyday. What I ate. Whom I met. What irked me. Over time, I began to put down more of my day: feelings, conflicts, regrets. Revisiting these notes, it intrigued me to see how time had frozen on the page. In these pages, I found a mirror that didn't flatter, but certainly reflected. And allowed me to reflect. For years, I wrote the diary in the first-person. 'I should've spoken up.' 'I'm anxious about this project.' 'I miss her.' It was a confessional booth where the only priest was me. Then a friend, leadership coach Vivek Singh, suggested I write in the third-person instead. It would allow me look at myself more dispassionately, he said. I wasn't sure, but I tried it anyway. 'He felt the anger rising. A part of the him asked him to stay put. But he lost his head and the plot. Why does he do that again and again?' The line rewired everything for me. The diary turned from a monologue into a conversation. I could now observe myself as if I were a character in a novel, or a colleague I'd grown used to but never truly seen. From that distance, something curious happened: the storms inside started to look distant. He, the man in the pages, wasn't always noble. He ducked when he should've stepped forward. He laughed when it was time to tell the truth. He took comfort in indecision and called it caution. But he also made quiet decisions no one saw, stayed when it would have been easier to walk away, and protected things fragile and precious with a kind of stubborn tenderness. As the voice changed, the tone of the notes did too. 'Why didn't he say yes to that opportunity? Why does he always wait for certainty?' It didn't accuse. It didn't absolve. It observed. It noticed. It nudged. There were times I wanted to throw the diary across the room. Because it caught me. Revealed me. Saw me lie to myself. It recorded what I wasn't ready to read. But curiously, it also seemed to forgive, and it helped me learn to forgive myself. The voice in the diary is my voice, and yet it isn't. It speaks to me like no one else ever could. The third-person allows me to see my multiple selves. I see a man who sometimes fails, yes, but is also persistent. A man always trying to be better. Soon enough, the book began to serve as a source of advice, and not the friendly pat-on-the-back version either. This was hard-won counsel drawn from the bruises I rarely admit to off the page. The notes from the past serve as somewhat-dispassionate reminders: 'He's done this before. And he knows how it ends.' Or: 'He handled that better than last time. Not bad!' There's a reason we trust old friends. They know the backstory. The third-person diary has become one such friend. The kind that shows up even when you're sick of yourself. Knows when to call your bluff, and when to hold your hand. Writing in the third-person has helped me name things I wasn't ready to own. Regret. Hope. Longing. That secret pride I feel watching someone I love grow into themselves. The gnawing fear of becoming irrelevant. The pride and quiet joy of doing the right thing when no one's watching. I don't know if this practice is for everyone. But I know this: I'm not the man I was when I began. That feels like reason enough to continue. So yes. He still writes. Quietly. At night. And every now and then, the diary writes back. Not with answers, but with better questions. If I'm right, those questions are shaping the man who turns out the lights and lies down a little lighter. They're readying him for tomorrow. (Charles Assisi is co-founder of Founding Fuel. He can be reached on assisi@
