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17-05-2025
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27 Genius Father's Day Gifts From Uncommon Goods
A bubble tea–making kit for the dad who says, "Now this is my kind of bubbly" every time you pass a boba shop (dad jokes: the spice of life). If he can't get enough of those tapioca pearls, he'll love this kit, which will allow him to make two different flavors of bubble tea at home, to his exact specifications. The kit comes with two loose leaf teas (classic black royal milk and rooibos chai), chewy tapioca pearls, and two steel boba review: "The gift is super high quality and really impressed my wife. She loves boba and bubble teas and has been wanting to make her own for some time, so this was the perfect gift for her!!" —Jett the programmerPrice: $35.99 (originally $40) A set of six prehistoric whiskey stones because yes, your dad enjoys a nice glass of golden liquor cooled with a classic whiskey stone, rather than an ice cube that will melt and dilute the has he ever imbibed a drink chilled with stones from the Precambrian era aka THE TIME BEFORE THE DINOSAURS?? It's great for science nerds, cocktail enthusiasts, and any dad who loves something sorta random and incredibly cool. Promising review: "I purchased these beautiful whiskey stones, along with a 16-year-old bottle of Scotch, Lagavulin, and another Uncommon Goods gift, the New York Times Birthday Edition, for my boyfriend's 'big' birthday. Special birthdays call for special gifts. These stones are classy with their gorgeous black and mint green colors. And a huge plus regarding their age and history." —NicoPrice: $60 Or a pair of shark attack ice molds, for the dad who takes his cocktail hour a little less seriously. If your dad queues up Jaws at the start of every summer, this is a no-brainer. Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water... well, whiskey and water, that is. Promising review: 'SHARK ATTACK! Incredibly easy to use, great shark aesthetic. As a shark lover, these are great in shark appearance when the ice is made, easy to remove the cube and refill. Super easy to clean if something in the freezer leaks onto them or you make ice pop (flavored) sharks. May need a second set. Fair warning (these don't bother me): The size of these cubes is fairly large, so a) it takes a while in the freezer before the shark is solid ice, and b) the shark cubes do not fit in every glass or water bottle. If you are bothered by the above, calm down and order a set anyway.' —K and P the adventurerPrice: $17 A rainbow bagel–making kit, so you can delight the dad who really thought you couldn't teach him any new tricks in the kitchen. Blow his mind when you bust out this kit, which has everything he needs to make 12 (!!!) delicious rainbow bagels at home. Then volunteer to make them with him, just because you're a wonderful child (and not because you're trying to get sent home with extra bagels, of course). The kit includes bagel mix, yeast, and red, yellow, and blue liquid gel food reviews: "I got this for myself, but this would make a great gift for a baker or fan of making things and carbs!" —Hilary"Three generations of my family made these together. They came out so great." —TulsaSuziePrice: $35 A literary clock, for the pop who's been bonding with you over his favorite books since back in your Cat in the Hat era. This truly amazing clock doesn't just tell time — it also displays a literary quote with that time mentioned in it every single minute of the day. If you give this one, prepare for him to text you roughly one bazillion photos of it in action. Promising review: "So fun to see what quote pops up. It's definitely become a conversation piece in my house. It's especially awesome when it's a quote from a book you've read. I have the smaller version, which I worried would be too small, but it's perfect." —Avid_ReaderPrice: $199+ (available in two sizes) A personalized word-search blanket because your dad already spends all day with his beloved crossword he can spend all night wrapped in them, too. Pick 15 words and the blanket's creator will weave them into an actual, solvable word search that he can also wrap himself in whenever he feels chilly (or just wants to show off the amazing gift his kid got him). Note: this ships three weeks after final approval. Promising reviews: "This is the BEST customizable present EVER! Who doesn't love a throw blanket that provides entertainment and is a conversation piece? I bought one for each of my adult children, and they were so excited to receive them Christmas morning. They spent the morning trying to find all the words hidden in the graphic. It was amazing!" —Lowehere"My 90-year-old mother loves word searches, and she is always cold. I saw this, and my brother, sister, and I got it for her for Christmas. All of us love it! We put her last and first name, my dad's first name, and her 12 great-grandchildren's (it helps her memory!). It is well made and the perfect weight for warmth and coziness. I am overjoyed I found it! Thank you!" —DeniPrice: $160 A karaoke microphone that will transform your shower-singing papa into an at-home karaoke troubadour. The mic has built-in speakers and connects to most karaoke apps, so there will be almost zero seconds between your dad unwrapping it and your dad belting out the theme from Grease (only you can decide if that's a good thing). Promising review: "Found a couple of karaoke apps that work well with this. My husband had a good time making me laugh, and I can't wait to sing my first happy birthday." —BowchickiwbowbowPrice: $50 (available in two colors) A personalized National Parks scratch-off poster, because you know how you and your dad always talk about visiting every National Park together? You two can get some motivation with this incredibly cool poster — instead of just deleting park names from a Google doc after you visit them, you can have the satisfaction of scratching off the icons on this poster and revealing unique artwork by artist Alyssa Kauanoe. Promising review: 'Such a great gift for National Park lovers! This was the perfect gift for my neighbors, whose bucket list contains all of the National Parks. The personalization made it feel even more thoughtful, and they were thrilled with it. Great idea for a gift recipient who has everything!!' —Desert DwellerPrice: $42 A handheld bowl for the dad who's in motion from the second he wakes up — and yes, that includes while he's eating breakfast. This bowl, with an easy-to-grip handle and spoon notch, makes it easy for your pops to take his oatmeal or cereal with him while he makes his morning rounds around the house. What exactly is he doing in the garage at 7 a.m.? You may never know, but at least now you can be confident that he's doing it while eating a healthy breakfast. Promising review: "Whether it be ice cream, oatmeal, or soups, this is my happy mug. Love how I can hold the mug in a snug way when I'm on the couch. I don't need a plate underneath it, and if eating warm food, I get the pleasure of a little heat on a cold day. Loved it so much bought three total so far — two as gifts!" —MaryPrice: $36 (available in two styles) A set of mistaken lyrics coasters because there's nothing that almost every dad loves more than 1. not leaving condensation rings on the coffee table, and 2. getting the lyrics to almost every ever-loving pop song on Earth slightly wrong. If your dad thinks TLC is urging you to not call Jason Waterfalls, this is the gift for you. Promising review: 'Perfect gift! These make gifting SO EASY! Repeat customer here...I went with Greatest Hits for a team gift, and boy were they a hit! Unique, fun, and great quality. I've also purchased these previously for holiday gifts for family.' —RobinPrice: $32 for six coasters (available in six styles) A Book Nook reading valet for the dad whose perfect Sunday involves sitting in his chair for eight hours of peaceful, uninterrupted reading. In addition to giving him a gentle way to save his page, the Book Nook also has space to hold his phone, glasses, and a tasty beverage. Now, if only you could give him the gift of a whole Sunday where his neighbors don't spend all day blasting their leaf blower... Promising review: "This Book Nook valet is a solid, beautiful wood piece with several functions in a small space. Now, my mother-in-law always knows where she is in her book and where her readers are sitting, and she has a cutout circle that nestles her mug of tea while protecting the wood table the Nook sits on. What a great gift for anyone who loves to curl up with a good book!" —KerryPrice: $50 A nitro cold-brew coffee maker because you literally don't remember what your dad looks like without an iced coffee in his hand. Help him save a few bucks on his chilled bean juice and learn about the art of coffee with this kit, which also froths up lattes, teas, and even cocktails. Does that mean he could make... a nitro cold-brew coffee cocktail? You either really want to be there for that, or really, really don't. Promising review: "This was the perfect gift for my coffee-loving husband. It was easy to set up and use with the instructions provided. The replacement parts to make more batches still keep our coffee costs well below budget and what we would pay going to a coffee shop." —Sam BPrice: $249 A pair of personalized hometown map glasses for the dad who's always telling you tales about where he grew up. Bring him a taste of his hometown (which may also be your hometown) with these glasses, which can be customized to any city or town in the US. You can even have them show the street he grew up on, but once you hand them over, prepare for about 15 minutes of stories about a neighbor he had 40 years ago named Marty. Promising review: 'Fun gift! I bought a set of the wineglasses for my brother and sister-in-law who live in Aiken, SC. First, I was thrilled I could select Aiken, because it isn't a huge city. They loved them — they were even able to find the street where they live on the glasses. This is such a fun, personal gift. I'm thinking of doing more of these next year.' —Great SisterPrice: $54 (available in three glass types) A box of 24 customizable shortbread cookies that were MADE to surprise your dad with your favorite family inside jokes. Each cookie can be printed with three lines of text and 12 characters per line — so, basically just enough space for that one bit that makes you and your parents die with laughter, but makes zero sense to anyone outside your gene pool. Promising review: "I sent these personalized shortbread cookies to my mom for her birthday. She got such a kick out of the message on each cookie, and she said the shortbread was delicious — perfect with her morning coffee." —PA in NMPrice: $40 A customized pet sweater for the dad who considers his dogs and/or cats his "other children." Show that you're not at all jealous by uploading a photo of his lil' bundle of fur, and bam! A customized (and frankly, quite fashionable!) sweater for him to enjoy. Note: this takes seven weeks to ship after photo approval. Promising review: "I bought a bunch of these custom sweaters for our employees as Christmas gifts. They absolutely loved them! High quality and pretty fast shipping given the customization. I appreciated the proof process too, so I could check for any errors. Everyone loved them!" —HR LadyPrice: $128 (available in unisex sizes S–XXL and three colors) A pair of MLB cap ceramic sundae bowls that are practically guaranteed to delight any dad who remembers picking up the plastic versions of these with you at the mall back in the day. Only these are way better, because you can choose from 18 different teams! Promising review: "While the nostalgic throwback look of the hats is the main appeal, they're bigger than I thought, making them the perfect size for a few scoops of ice cream." —TelluridePrice: $48 (available in 18 team options) A Murder Most Puzzling jigsaw puzzle because your dad's a champion puzzler — but has he ever tried a (gasp!) murder-mystery story puzzle? Instead of just assembling an image, he'll also be looking for clues to solve the mystery of the included story. Once he gets all 500 pieces in place, all will be revealed! Agatha Christie, eat your frickin' heart out! Promising review: 'Must-have!! Fun, relaxing, with an unexpected surprise! This item was a gift for my wife! She loved it! The unique, decorative, mysterious packaging was what caught my eye. We spent quality time together on the first puzzle, which was quiet, relaxing, and fun!! We spent about three evenings on the first puzzle. We didn't know what the image was going to be until the end. Why do I keep saying the first puzzle? I bought the second one as well!! (A month later.) I recommend buying both at once! The second purchase was part of Valentine's Day to spend more quality time with my wife! Wife loves the book-look packaging, and it looks great on our shelf.' —Unique Gift ShopperPrice: $17 (available in two styles) A 100 Essential Horror Movies scratch-off poster for the dad who believes that the family that jump-scares together, stays together. The films on the poster, which run the gamut from classic ghost stories to chainsaw chaos, can help your horror-loving pops expand his palette — or you could watch them all together as a family project. (Hey, we're already more than halfway to Halloween!) And each time he scratches off a film, he'll reveal a piece of amazing art by artists Ben Gibson and Patrick Mulligan. Promising review: "Not full of common horror films. These were interesting enough for the biggest fan. I gifted this to a film student and he loved it!" —Just mePrice: $25 A history-by-mail subscription, because your dad isn't just a history buff — he also misses the days when people actually got fun things in the mail (instead of just bills and coupons for stores you don't go to). Speak to both his interests with this set, where each month, he'll receive an exciting historical replica letter — past picks have included everything from Albert Einstein's correspondence with FDR to the US War Department's WWII notice, to business owners about hiring women. Promising review: 'Excellent gift! I'm always looking for something different, especially for our adult family members. We got this subscription for our nephew, who is just starting his career as a history teacher. He was really excited about it and shared it with another teacher already.' —The lover of historyPrice: $42+ (available in 6-, 12-, or 24-month subscriptions and four volumes) A Bluetooth-powered banana phone and speaker for the dad who's been making you laugh since back when you thought fart sounds were the peak of humor (okay, maybe you still think that). This is both a real working phone and a great way to crack up anyone watching him take another boring work call. Promising review: "This product became the hit of our family White Elephant gift exchange this year. The whole family tried to get their hands on the banana that could be used to answer Zoom meetings! All laughs and great smiles when receiving this practical yet gag-like gift!" —Mark the SharkPrice: $40 A personal planetarium, because your dad moved to the country from the city, and can finally see all the um, which one's the bear constellation again? This planetarium uses a smartphone to help identify constellations in the real night sky. It's great for current astronomy buffs as well as dads who are in the market for a new hobby — drop this off, and expect him to be texting you about Ursa Minor within the week. Promising reviews: "You normally can get planetarium software for your mobile phone, but this one allows you to see the real sky at the same time." —car"So fun to look up at the night sky!!!" —BriPrice: $50 A Hot Sauces of America gift box for the dad who loves to travel to new immediately search out the absolute spiciest food available there. This set of five regional hot sauces will introduce your pops to brand-new hot sauce styles, which he can then use to absolutely set fire to his tastebuds, just the way he likes. Promising review: "My husband is a big hot sauce guy, and he really enjoyed this. Shipping was timely and the packaging was good quality." —KMPrice: $45 A create-your-own-video-game set so your dad can relive his classic '90s Game Boy glory days (you know, the ones that he conveniently can't replicate because he says he can't find his old console). This kit comes with everything he needs to build his own handheld console — and once he does, he can either download classic games to play on it, or even create his own! Promising review: 'Great gift! Got way more than expected from this 'toy.' The recipient explained all the options and the quality of it, and jumped right into programming a maze game with a Pikachu character. They said the tutorial is super easy to follow, endless options, and fun!' —GifterPrice: $85 A couch caddy that'll vastly improve the life of any dad who is always balancing his coffee/soda/priceless vase on the sofa arm. This acacia wood number has space for cups, books, remotes, papers, random doo-dads, and raised edges to prevent spills, so no one's shows get interrupted by a paper-towel-and-carpet-cleaning break. Promising review: 'Neat and functional! Got this as a gift for my husband, and he loves it — so do I! It's a great spot to keep the remote, your phone, a drink, etc. Recommend!' —LizPrice: $48 A set of cryptid construction magnets for the dad who knows exactly what he'd say to the Mothman if he met him. These magnetic body parts allow your dad to craft the perfect mythical creature — or is it mythical? And what was that sound outside? Is it is Bigfoot going through your trash again? Promising review: 'Heavy duty, bright, and high quality — I would buy this again! My son-in-law (who has everything) absolutely loved this gift. He is a fun and quirky guy and plans to use it daily with his 21-year-old nephew, who lives with him, and his 8-year-old son. They all have a great sense of humor and couldn't wait to get it home and on their refrigerator.' —AndiPrice: $25 A set of upcycled record coasters that will delight the dad who can't pass a record store without running in to thumb through their vinyl bin. These coasters are made from actual found vinyl, so every set is unique — expect a lot of opinions on every album in the batch. Promising review: 'Perfect gift! I bought this for a coworker who loves vinyls. Each coaster is so unique! The set looks really nice and well-made. It's a perfect gift for yourself or for someone else to make a space uniquely yours!' —SarahPrice: $24 A pair of wooden long-distance "friendship" lamps for the dad who doesn't live close enough to do Sunday brunch every weekend. These lamps will remotely mirror each other — so when you dim your lamp, his lamp will dim, too. It's a great way to know you're thinking about each other when you can't call or text. Alexa, play "Somewhere Out There." Oh god, I just...I just have something in my eye, okay? Promising review: "I bought this gift for my best friend and we couldn't be happier! We've known each other for almost 40 years, and he said it was the best gift I've ever gotten him. We are having so much fun using it, and it's a frequent reminder that you are thinking of each other. I also like that you can choose 'your' color. Wonderful and thoughtful gift that keeps on giving and giving." —BowiePrice: $85+ (available solo or in a pair)
RTÉ News
16-05-2025
- RTÉ News
Ireland's Islands: 15 stunning locations to discover
If you really want to see the magic of Ireland, you should take a trip out to some of the many islands speckled across our coastline. Some are treasure troves of adventure, some are the best places to spot puffins, some are dotted with trendy cafés, and some are so rugged and wild that only the remains of a community that once inhabited them are left. Whatever you're into, make it your mission to explore at least one island around the Emerald Isle before the summer is up. Here are some of my favourites: Achill, Co Mayo Achill has it all. From the highest sea cliffs in Ireland to one of the top-rated beaches in the world, Keem Bay. Come rain or shine, you'll find something to do here from kitesurfing on Keel Lake with Life is Pure Magic, to enjoying a coffee while perusing the best of Irish craft at the Beehive Cafe. One of my favourite ways to get to Achill is via the Great Western Greenway, which spans 49km, and leads out to Westport (if you're going that far, I recommend renting an electric bike). Garnish Island, Co Cork Did you know that there is a secret tropical island off the coast of West Cork? It's called Garinish Island and you can get there by boat from Glengarriff. The boat journey there is amazing, you'll see seals, sea eagles and various other wildlife along the way. Garnish Island truly is a magical place, and this time of year it's bursting with colour. Once you get to the island, you can walk around the grounds and gardens, taking in the stunning botanicals and landscapes from this romantic setting. Boat tickets cost €12.50pp and access to the island is €5pp. For more information, visit Iniskea Islands, Co Mayo The Inishkea Islands (Oileáin Inis Cé) are located off the coast of the Belmullet Peninsula in Co Mayo. It was once home to a Gaeltacht community, however, they have been uninhabited since the 1930s. Now the only locals you'll see on these islands are flocks of sheep. You can access the islands through local boat tours like Blacksod Sea Safari. Along the way (especially this time of year), you may spot some incredible sea life like basking sharks, grey seals, sperm whales and barnacle geese. On the islands, you'll see the remains of stone cottages and monastic life from the 1800s. Saltee Islands, Co. Wexford It's puffin season right now, and if you're interested in spotting these unique-looking birds, one of the best places in the country to do so is the Saltee Islands, just off the coast of Wexford. The Saltee Ferry operates daily from Kilmore Quay. This scenic journey provides a chance to witness diverse wildlife, with puffins being the highlight. The Saltees are among the ancient islands of Europe, based on Precambrian bedrock that is between 600 and 2,000 million years old. Inisbofin, Co Galway Inisbofin is an enchanted island off the coast of Connemara. If you're into history and folklore, this is the one for you. The name "Inishbofin" is derived from the Irish "Inis Bó Finne", meaning the "Island of the White Cow". It is a truly spectacular place with sweeping vistas and breathtaking landscapes. Valentia Island, Co Kerry Valentia Island is accessible by bridge or boat and is located in County Kerry. It's an idyllic fishing village with a few restaurants, a hotel and bar. We visited last year in the campervan and spent most of our time walking and taking in the natural landscapes. Whilst on Valentia Island, I recommend checking out the Valentia Trackway - one of the oldest and longest tetrapod trackways on Earth. They are the oldest evidence of a walking animal, so well worth checking out. Clare Island, Co Mayo Travel to County Mayo and take the boat from Roonagh Pier to picture-perfect Clare Island. En route, you'll spot the castle of Ireland's Pirate Queen, Granuaile. Bring your walking books and set out on the waymarked looped trails, and be sure to look out for the Napoleonic signal tower, which was built in 1904. Skelligs, Co Kerry One of the most iconic locations of the Wild Atlantic Way has to be Skellig Michael. A millennium ago, the island was inhabited by monks; since then, it has appeared in Star Wars and was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Skellig Michael is a place that has an against-all-odds tale of endurance, survival and architectural artistry. You can access the Skelligs by boat with Skellig Islands Tours from Portmagee Marina. The landing tours - which allow you to walk on the island - are extremely popular and book up pretty quickly, so try to book well in advance to avoid disappointment. Book your visit with Skellig Islands Tours. Dalkey Island, Co Dublin Dalkey Island is an uninhabited island 3km south of Dun Laoghaire Harbour. The best way to visit is by kayak with who run daily tours. Starting at Dalkey harbour, you'll paddle your way across the Irish Sea, spotting local seals along the way who love to swim alongside the kayaks. Once you make it to Dalkey Island, you'll be able to pull up your kayak onto the beach and walk freely around. On the island, you'll see St. Begnet's Church, thought to have originated as a timber structure in the 9th or 10th century and a Martello Tower. Tory Island, Co Donegal This magical island is located at the northernmost point of Donegal. Here you'll find a thriving Gaeltacht culture, made up of talented musicians, storytellers and artists. If you're into history, there are also Iron Age fords and medieval round towers. Arranmore, Co Donegal The largest of County Donegal's Islands, Árainn Mhór is a rugged place with golden sandy beaches, stunning cliffs and sea caves. The crystal clear waters surrounding Arranmore are great for sea angling. Boats for sea angling can be hired on the island, where you'll find cod, ling, conger eel, pollock, wrasse, skate, turbot and plaice. Sherkin, Co Cork Located in West Cork, just 2km from Baltimore, Sherkin Island is home to the Dunalong Castle and the ruins of a 15th-century Franciscan abbey. Stroll along banks of red fuchsia and old stone walls, or along the three sandy beaches where you'll spot seals, dolphins and porpoises, which gave the island its name. Dursey Island, Co Cork Dursey is one of the few inhabited islands that lie off the southwest coast of Ireland, and you can visit it by travelling on Ireland's only cable car. Dolphins and whales are regular visitors to the rich waters that surround Dursey. There are no shops, pubs or restaurants, so be sure to bring a picnic along with you. Blaskets The Blasket Islands, off the coast of the Dingle Peninsula, have such magic to them. The island was previously the home of literary icon Peig Sayers. Her home is now an Airbnb, which you can book into. Ferries to the island operate on a seasonal basis from Dunquin Pier, Dingle Marina and Ventry Pier. When back on the mainland, check out the Blasket Island Centre for great insight into the lives of the islanders who once called the Blaskets home. Aran Islands The Aran Islands are probably Ireland's most well-known islands. Made up of Inis Mór, Inis Oirr and Inis Meáin, you can visit either using Doolin Ferry Co from Doolin Harbour. I particularly love renting bikes and cycling around Inis Oirr - there's nothing quite like it on a sunny day. Inis Mór is the largest of the three and has more pubs and restaurants, a seal colony, the iconic Dún Aonghasa and Poll na bPéist. Inis Meáin is great for those who love a slower pace.
NZ Herald
12-05-2025
- Politics
- NZ Herald
Law & Society: UK Supreme Court decision reverberates around the world
Whether NZ courts adopt a similar approach to the UK remains to be seen. Photo / Getty Images One of the important judicial functions is the interpretation of statutes. Judges must determine what Parliament meant when it used certain words in a statute. The UK Supreme Court recently undertook an example of that exercise in the case: For Women Scotland Ltd v The Scottish Ministers. The statute under consideration was the Equality Act 2010, which prohibits discrimination based on age, gender, disability, race and other characteristics. Its decision has reverberated around the world. The question before the court was straightforward: whether the act treats a trans woman who has a full gender recognition certificate (as opposed to the sex stated on a birth certificate) as a woman for all purposes within the scope of its provisions, or, when it speaks of a 'woman' and 'sex,' does it simply refer to a biological woman and biological sex? The court unanimously decided that the terms 'man', 'woman' and 'sex' in the act refer to biological sex. 'The definition of sex in the Equality Act 2010 makes clear that the concept of sex is binary,' it ruled. 'A person is either a woman or a man.' Some provisions in the act refer to biological women. The Scottish court suggested that in provisions relating to pregnancy and maternity, Parliament was referring to biological sex only. However, the Scottish appeal court suggested that in other situations, 'woman' and 'sex' could refer to certificated sex as well. The Supreme Court decision last month disagreed with this second point. Interpreting 'sex' as certificated sex would cut across the definitions of 'man' and 'woman,' creating inconsistencies that, in some instances, the law would struggle to deal with. The court ruled the act must be interpreted in a clear and consistent way. This ensures groups such as employers can identify people with relevant characteristics and meet their obligations under the act. The effect of the decision is that the biological interpretation of 'sex' is necessary for the act to function sensibly. This applies across numerous contexts and examples, including separate spaces and single-sex services such as changing rooms and medical services, and communal accommodation. It also affects single-sex higher education institutions, single-sex associations and charities. The same is true for women's participation in sport, the public sector's duty of employment equality, and the armed forces. English commentator Joshua Rozenberg KC observes that 'the thrust of the judgment … is that trans women cannot insist on being treated in the same way as biological women, even if they have a gender recognition certificate. So the ruling is likely to make it harder for trans people to insist on being treated in exactly the same way as those who have not transitioned.' Evolutionary biologist Richard Dawkins was more acerbic. In a post on X, he said, 'Yes, the science was settled in the Precambrian [era]. Nice that the law has finally caught up.' The court did make an important observation: 'It is not the role of the court to adjudicate on the arguments in the public domain on the meaning of gender or sex, nor is it to define the meaning of the word 'woman' other than when it is used in the provisions of the Equality Act 2010. It has a more limited role which does not involve making policy.' Once upon a time, decisions of the UK Supreme Court (formerly the House of Lords) were highly persuasive for our courts. Whether our courts (including our Supreme Court) adopt a similar approach remains to be seen. However, this clear precedent on the limits of judicial policymaking provides a powerful reminder of proper judicial restraint. It might hopefully stem the tide of judicial overreach in New Zealand. David Harvey is a retired district court judge.
Buzz Feed
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
27 A+ Uncommon Goods Gifts To Help You Finally Outdo The Pro Gifter In Your Life
We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed and its publishing partners may collect a share of sales and/or other compensation from the links on this page. They had their run at the top, but now it's your time... time to be known as "The Best Gifter In The World." 1. A bubble tea-making kit for the friend who basically turns any outing into a scouting expedition for their new favorite boba shop. This kit will allow them to create bubble tea in two different flavors, to their exact specifications. Have you helped them discover that their new favorite boba shop is... their kitchen?? Uncommon Goods The kit comes with two loose leaf teas (classic black royal milk and rooibos chai), chewy tapioca pearls, and two steel boba straws. Promising review:"The gift is super high quality and really impressed my wife. She's loves boba and bubble teas and has been wanting to make her own for some time so this was the perfect gift for her!!" — Jett the programmer 2. A literary clock that doesn't just tell time — it also displays a literary quote with that time every single minute of the day. If you have someone in your life who would rather be reading than doing, well, pretty much anything else on earth, give them this and prepare to blow their book-loving mind. Uncommon Goods Promising review: "So fun to see what quote pops up. It's definitely become a conversation piece in my house. It's especially awesome when it's a quote from a book you've read. I have the smaller version, which I worried would be too small, but it's perfect." — Avid_Reader 3. A weighted emotional support sloth, because really, you're never too old to get stuffed animals as a gift. And this little stuffie does more than just look cute — it's 4.5 pounds and filled with glass beads, just like a weighted blanket, so it can provide the same comforting weight when placed on the lap or chest. Give it to your friend who loves cute stuff and could use a break (which is, like, everyone). Promising reviews: "My 15-year-old granddaughter, who was experiencing some emotional trauma, stated that she needed something to hug her back when she felt alone and sad. I had seen the weighted sloth, and it looked ideal. She was ecstatic to find it under the Christmas tree and has made good use of it. Sleeping with it, hugging it and letting it hug her when needed. She loves that it hugs her back. I know that the sloth has been a great help to her in her healing, and I am grateful every day that you had just what I needed to help her." — Linda "Can't believe I ordered this, but I've been struggling to sleep well and figured, why not? It is definitely weighted; it is not a fluffy, lightweight stuffed toy. And it really does feel comforting when I hold it as I lay down and fall off to sleep." — ssc1220 4. A set of six prehistoric whiskey stones that are exactly what they sound like — stones from the Precambrian era that will chill your pal's evening cocktail. If you know someone who loves whiskey and Jurassic Park... congratulations, you have just won the Gift Giver Olympics. Uncommon Goods Promising review: "I purchased these beautiful whiskey stones, along with a 16-year-old bottle of Scotch, Lagavulin, and another Uncommon Goods gift, the New York Times Birthday Edition for my boyfriend's 'big' birthday. Special birthdays call for special gifts. These stones are classy with their gorgeous black and mint green colors. And a huge plus regarding their age and history." — Nico 5. A personalized word-search blanket that will leave your crossword puzzle-loving friend wordless. Pick 15 words and the blanket's creator will weave them into an actual, solvable word search that your buddy can also wrap themselves in whenever they feel chilly (or just want to show off their amazing gift). Note this ships 3 weeks after final approval. Promising reviews: "This is the BEST customizable present EVER! Who doesn't love a throw blanket that provides entertainment and is a conversation piece! I bought one for each of my adult children, and they were so excited to receive them Christmas morning. They spent the morning trying to find all the words hidden in the graphic. It was amazing!" — Lowehere "My 90-year-old mother loves word searches, and she is always cold. I saw this, and my brother, sister, and I got it for her for Christmas. All of us love it! We put her last and first name, my dad's first name, and her 12 great-grandchildren's (it helps her memory!). It is well made and the perfect weight for warmth and coziness. I am overjoyed I found it! Thank you!" — Deni 6. A set of mistaken lyrics coasters for your high school bestie who always mishears lyrics, and is still infamous in your friend group for thinking that Britney was singing about her "lonely car" in "Lucky." Uncommon Goods Promising review: 'Perfect gift! These make gifting SO EASY! Repeat customer here...I went with Greatest Hits for a team gift and boy were they a hit! Unique, fun, and great quality. I've also purchased these previously for holiday gifts for family.' — Robin 7. A personalized "intersection of love" photo print to celebrate your fave couple (or your partner). The photo showcases both names and can display any important dates in the relationship — like when they met, when they married, when they adopted a precious little weirdo dog who now drools on everything... Uncommon Goods Promising review:"I was surfing online to find things for my wife for our 25th wedding anniversary, and I stumbled upon this. It is a long story about how our paths crossed 25 years ago, but when I saw this I knew it was perfect. When I received it, it was very well crafted and I was thrilled." — GuitarLute 8. A rainbow bagel-making kit, so you can delight the person in your life who has never met an Instagram food trend they didn't like. This kit has everything they need to make 12 (!) delicious rainbow bagels at home. This gift isn't a secret way to get invited over to eat also, so what if it is?? Uncommon Goods The kit includes bagel mix, yeast, and red, yellow and blue liquid gel food coloring. Promising reviews:"I got this for myself but this would make a great gift for a baker or fan of making things and carbs!" — Hilary "Three generations of my family made these together. They came out so great." — TulsaSuzie 9. A pair of shark attack ice molds, because if your buddy loves sharks so much that they already know how they're going to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Jaws, this is a no-brainer. Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water... well, whiskey and water, that is. Promising review: 'SHARK ATTACK! Incredibly easy to use, great shark aesthetic. As a shark lover, these are great in shark appearance when the ice is made, easy to remove cube and refill. Super easy to clean if something in the freezer leaks onto them or you make popsicle (flavored) sharks. May need a second set. Fair warning (these don't bother me): The size of these cubes is fairly large so a) it takes a while in the freezer before the shark is solid ice, b) the shark cubes do not fit in every glass or water bottle. If you are bothered by the above, calm down and order a set anyways.' — K and P the adventurer 10. A Book Nook reading valet for your loved one who doesn't dream of owning their own enchanted castle, but *would* like that Beauty and the Beast library. In addition to giving them a gentle way to save their page, the Book Nook also has space to hold their phone, glasses, and a tasty beverage. Uncommon Goods Promising review:"This Book Nook Valet is a solid, beautiful wood piece with several functions in a small space. Now, my mother-in-law always knows where she is in her book and where her readers are sitting, and she has a cut-out circle that nestles her mug of tea while protecting the wood table the Nook sits on. What a great gift for anyone who loves to curl up with a good book!" — Kerry 11. A pair of glasses that are etched with an image of the exact night sky that was visible on an important night of your pal's life. The day their first child was born? The day they finished writing their first novel? The day they finally won your town's 4th of July hot dog–eating contest? Whatever moment truly matters to them, here's a way to honor it forever. Promising review: "The glasses were beautifully etched with my niece's wedding details and the view of constellations from that special night. This Christmas gift is one that, in our family, we call 'keepers'!" — Greatest Auntie 12. A handheld bowl for your bestie who starts every day with a big bowl of oatmeal (and/or ends every day with a big bowl of ice cream). The easy-to-grip handle and spoon notch make it easier to eat on the couch or on the go — plus, since you bring this bowl up to your face as you eat, it will majorly cut down on spills. Promising review: "Whether it be ice cream, oatmeal, soups this is my happy mug. Love how I can hold the mug in a snug way when I'm on the couch. I don't need a plate underneath it and if eating warm food I get the pleasure of a little heat on a cold day. Loved it so much bought three total so far--2 as gifts!" — Mary 13. A personalized National Parks scratch-off poster, because you know your relative's dream is visiting every National Park in the United States. Help them get even more psyched to achieve their goal with this poster; every time they visit a new one, instead of just crossing it off a list, they can scratch it off here and reveal unique artwork by artist Alyssa Kauanoe. Uncommon Goods Promising review: 'Such a great gift for National Park lovers! This was the perfect gift for my neighbors, whose bucket list contains all of the National Parks. The personalization made it feel even more thoughtful, and they were thrilled with it. Great idea for a gift recipient who has everything!!' — Desert Dweller 14. A karaoke microphone that automatically connects to any karaoke app, for your friend who loves to sing but gets overwhelmed by karaoke bars... or your friend who loves karaoke bars so much that they need an extra option for nights when they can't get to the karaoke bar. Either way, they're gonna be absolutely killing their version of "Since U Been Gone," all because of you. Uncommon Goods Promising review:"Found a couple of karaoke apps that work well with this. My husband had a good time making me laugh and I can't wait to sing my first happy birthday." — Bowchickiwbowbow 15. A set of six adorable kitty snack dishes, because you already know at least one person who loves both of these things. Uncommon Goods 16. A pair of personalized hometown map glasses for your friend who loves their hometown so much, they'd never leave — or your friend who's currently far from home and missing it. These glasses can be customized to any city or town in the US — you can even have them show the street where they live now or grew up on. Promising review: 'Fun gift! I bought a set of the wine glasses for my brother and sister-in-law who live in Aiken, SC. First, I was thrilled I could select Aiken, because it isn't a huge city. They loved them — were even able to find the street where they live on the glasses. This is such a fun, personal gift. I'm thinking of doing more of these next year.' — Great Sister 17. A pair of wooden friendship lamps, because they're a great way to show love across distances. When you dim or illuminate your lamp, your friend's will do the same. You can even set up a group and assign different colors to each friend. Uncommon Goods Promising review: "I bought this gift for my best friend and we couldn't be happier! We've known each other for almost 40 years, and he said it was the best gift I've ever gotten him. We are having so much fun using it and it's a frequent reminder that you are thinking of each other. I also like that you can choose 'your' color. Wonderful and thoughtful gift that keeps on giving and giving." — Bowie 18. A glow-in-the-dark 'doodle pillowcase' to give the littlest artist in your life an extremely fun and unexpected new canvas. They can just take the included light pen and draw anything they like in the middle of the pillowcase — and the pillow will show their glowing image for roughly five minutes before fading. Not only is it better than drawing on the walls — it might get them to actually look forward to bedtime (this will make their parents crown you Best Gift Giver of All Time). Uncommon Goods Promising review: 'Love this! Bought it for my 5-year-old daughter as a stocking stuffer — she LOVES it! She's taken to staying up a bit in her room at bedtime if she's not tired and this was the perfect thing for her to do quietly in the dark. And the best part is she's practicing her writing, drawing, even doing math problems. One of the best gifts this year! ' — Tara 19. A nitro cold-brew coffee maker for your friend who drinks so much of the stuff, you might not recognize them if they weren't clutching a cup. Help them save a few bucks and learn about their favorite beverage with this kit, which also froths up lattes, teas, and even cocktails. Does that mean they could make... a nitro cold-brew coffee cocktail? You either really want to be there for that, or really, really don't. Uncommon Goods Promising review:"This was the perfect gift for my coffee-loving husband. It was easy to set up and use with the instructions provided. The replacement parts to make more batches still keep our coffee costs well below budget and what we would pay going to a coffee shop." — Sam B Price: $249 20. A box of 24 customizable shortbread cookies, that were MADE so you could send your friends the most delicious inside jokes of all time. Each cookie can be printed with three lines of text and 12 characters per line — so, basically enough space for your best group-text quips. Uncommon Goods Promising review: "I sent these personalized shortbread cookies to my mom for her birthday. She got such a kick out of the message on each cookie, and she said the shortbread was delicious — perfect with her morning coffee." — PA in NM Price: $40 21. A 100 Essential Horror Movies scratch-off poster for the spooky cinema mega-fan in your life. They can expand their tastes by trying to see every film on the poster, which runs the gamut from classic ghost stories to chainsaw chaos. And each time they scratch off a film, they'll reveal a piece of amazing art by artists Ben Gibson and Patrick Mulligan. Uncommon Goods Promising review: "Not full of common Horror films.... these were interesting enough for the biggest fan. I gifted this to a film student... and he loved it!" — Just me Price: $25 22. A customized pet sweater, so you can give your friend a way to rep their pet love besides just showing up everywhere covered in cat hair. All you have to do is upload a photo of their lil' bundle of fur, and bam! They get a customized (and frankly, quite fashionable!) sweater to treasure. Uncommon Goods Note that this takes 7 weeks to ship after photo approval. Promising review: "I bought a bunch of these custom sweaters for our employees as Christmas gifts. They absolutely loved them! High quality and pretty fast shipping given the customization. I appreciated the proof process too so I could check for any errors. Everyone loved them!" — HR Lady Price: $128 (available in unisex sizes S–XXL and three colors) 23. A tiny tarot deck necklace complete with an actual full mini deck (!) for your friend who loves to consult the wisdom of the cards, but doesn't want to lug a full-sized deck all over town. Don't you love being a problem solver?!? Uncommon Goods Promising review:"This is such a beautiful little treasure! It's much smaller than expected, like maybe an inch tall, but its details are fine, beautiful, and quality-crafted. The Tarot Cards are an exact replica of the original, traditional set and are so special. It's truly the perfect gift for anyone who loves a unique, beautiful jewelry piece." — Buddha Bliss Price: $55 24. A handmade resin-and-gold-flake necklace that looks like a stylized Earth, and is perfect for your friend who's always dreamed of seeing our planet from above. Uncommon Goods The chain is 24-karat gold-plated and hypoallergenic. Each piece is unique and handmade in Colombia. Promising review: "This necklace is such a fantastic statement piece at a size that makes it great for dressing up or down. I get a compliment from a stranger nearly every time I wear it out; about half of the people kind of recognize it as the earth and ask me for the story. The adjustable chain makes it even more versatile. Love this piece!" — Mel Price: $42 25. A floating moon lamp for your pal who loves to gaze up at the cosmos. Using the magic of magnets, this illuminated, 3D printed moon replica floats over its base and slowly rotates. It's a great gift for any age — but if you buy it for a younger sibling, niece, nephew, or cousin, prepare to be declared Coolest Old Person Alive. Uncommon Goods Promising review: "I bought one for my nephew but after seeing it also bought one for myself and have it in my living room where it instantly draws approving investigation from guests. Beautiful as a night light for the area. I have friends in the Space industry and have bought this for them as well." — Joe Price: $199 26. A pair of MLB cap ceramic sundae bowls practically guaranteed to blow the mind of any ~millennial of a certain age~ who remembers picking up plastic versions of these at the mall back in the day. Perfect for baseball fans, perfect for ice cream fans, and perfect for anyone who begins a lot of sentences with "Back in the '90s..." Uncommon Goods Promising review: "While the nostalgic throwback look of the hats is the main appeal, they're bigger than I thought, making them the perfect size for a few scoops of ice cream." — Telluride Price: $48 (available in 18 team options) 27. A puppy hair claw because these are the facts: not all of your friends would appreciate this, but the ones who would WOULD ADORE IT. The hand-painted clips come in 13 different breeds, so you can pick their favorite... or order a few and give them a whole pack (pun intended). Uncommon Goods Promising review: "I gifted this to my BFF for her birthday. The detail work is stunning. The item is very big/sturdy. Pictures are accurate and she loved the present. Comments have been received to her from others on how unique it is." — Merissa the Scientist Price: $24 (available in 13 breeds) Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.
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West Point Gold Expands Gold Chain Land Package by 30%
Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - February 19, 2025) - West Point Gold, (TSXV: WPG) (OTCQB: WPGCF) (FSE: LRA0) ("West Point Gold" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it has staked an additional 113 lode claims on Bureau of Land Management ("BLM") land at its Gold Chain Project in Arizona. The Gold Chain project now consists of 492 lode claims on BLM land covering 9,840 acres (3,982 hectares) and 15 patented claims, covering a total of 282 acres (114 hectares). The new claims expand the Gold Chain project to the northwest along the regionally important Union Pass Fault where it merges with the Frisco Mine Fault which forms the southwest limit of the Frisco Graben (Figure 1). "This expanded area adds additional large-scale targets at Gold Chain. While our near-term focus remains on the Tyro Main Zone, we plan to continue advancing the many targets on the project to determine the scale potential of Gold Chain," stated Quentin Mai, CEO, "The highest priority targets are the Tyro Extensions to the South (Sunset and Sunrise Veins) and the Frisco Graben to the North, which are expected to be the next targets drilled." Figure 1: Gold Chain Project Claim Map with Geology To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: New Claims Added on the Northwest of Gold ChainThese new claims (Figure 1) mostly cover the northwest extension of a major NNW-trending structural corridor which hosts numerous rhyolite flow domes, rhyolite dikes, local volcanic centers and several underexplored gold occurrences in the Black Mountain range. This structural corridor, referred to as the Union Pass fault, is a broad zone of parallel structures including the Frisco Mine fault which is the primary target at the Company's Frisco Graben target. In brief, this fault zone defines the northern boundary of the Katherine Horst where Miocene volcanic rocks have been offset and juxtaposed onto Precambrian rocks (Figure 1). The corridor has been invaded by rhyolite dikes and subsequently mineralized by several quartz events including up to three stages of gold bearing quartz events. Preliminary mapping and sampling have revealed broad zones of quartz veining in the Precambrian rocks and local hydrothermal breccia bodies. The mineralized zone has been roughly defined over 7 kilometres where it disappears under Quaternary gravel to the west. Numerous pits and small shafts (<20m) have been identified and testify to the presence of gold mineralization. Previous sampling has returned up to 2.07 g/t Au. The inclusion of this highly prospective structural corridor into the Company's exploration portfolio provides a very accessible, likely shallow target. Next steps include mapping and sampling of the quartz veining and breccia bodies to better define near-term targets. Qualified Person / Quality Control and Quality Assurance Robert Johansing, Econ. Geol., P. Geo., the Company's Vice President, Exploration is a qualified person ("QP") as defined by NI 43-101 and has reviewed and approved the technical content of this press release. Mr. Johansing has been responsible for all phases of work conducted to date at Gold Chain by Gold79. About West Point Gold Point Gold Corp. (formerly Gold79 Mines Ltd.) is a publicly listed company focused on gold discovery and development at four prolific Walker Lane Trend projects covering Nevada and Arizona, USA. West Point Gold is focused on developing a maiden resource at its Gold Chain project in Arizona, while JV partner Kinross is advancing the Jefferson Canyon project in Nevada. For further information regarding this press release, please contact: Aaron Paterson, Corporate Communications ManagerPhone: +1 (778) 358-6173Email: info@ Stay Connected with Us: LinkedIn: (Twitter): @westpointgoldUSFacebook: FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS: This press release may contain forward-looking statements that are made as of the date hereof and are based on current expectations, forecasts and assumptions which involve risks and uncertainties associated with our business, including any future private placements, the uncertainty as to whether further exploration will result in the target(s) being delineated as a mineral resource, capital expenditures, operating costs, mineral resources, recovery rates, grades and prices, estimated goals, expansion and growth of the business and operations, plans and references to the Company's future successes with its business and the economic environment in which the business operates. All such statements are made pursuant to the 'safe harbour' provisions of, and are intended to be forward-looking statements under, applicable Canadian securities legislation. Any statements contained herein that are statements of historical facts may be deemed to be forward-looking statements. By their nature, forward-looking statements require us to make assumptions and are subject to inherent risks and uncertainties. We caution readers of this news release not to place undue reliance on our forward-looking statements as a number of factors could cause actual results or conditions to differ materially from current expectations. Please refer to the risks set forth in the Company's most recent annual MD&A and the Company's continuous disclosure documents, which can be found on SEDAR at West Point Gold does not intend, and disclaims any obligation, except as required by law, to update or revise any forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. To view the source version of this press release, please visit Sign in to access your portfolio
