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The Hill
28-04-2025
- Politics
- The Hill
Trump zags on Ukraine with Putin criticism, Zelensky meeting
President Trump fired off rare public criticism of Russian leader Vladimir Putin and sat for a dramatic one-on-one talk with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in the Vatican over the weekend, marking a starkly pro-Ukraine tilt for the president as he pushes for a peace deal. But it comes after details emerged last week of a U.S. peace proposal that tracks largely with Putin's interests and demands, including Ukraine staying out of NATO and global recognition of its occupied Crimean Peninsula as Russian territory. And Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio have threatened to walk away from talks entirely if a deal doesn't materialize soon, with no indication of whether the U.S. would continue funding Ukraine's war against Russia's invading forces. Danielle Pletka, distinguished senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, said Ukraine's leader would be well advised to focus on getting security guarantees within the framework of Trump's proposal before it's too late. 'Ukraine is out of options right now. If it wants to prosecute the war, it needs sufficient weaponry, and America is the only source for a good deal of it,' she wrote in her Substack, 'What the Hell is Going On.' 'And America, in the person of our President, does not want the war to continue. We can jump up and down and say that's wrong, but it's his view, and he's not going to change it.' Trump has suggested some sort of watershed moment in Russia-Ukraine talks coming soon, though he's provided few hints on scope or details. 'You can ask that question in two weeks, and we'll see,' Trump said about whether the U.S. would continue supporting Ukraine, speaking from the Oval Office last week. Putin, who has so far rejected U.S. proposals for peace, announced Monday that Russia would pause fighting for three days next month, and asked Ukraine to do the same. After Putin in February rejected a U.S. plan for a broad 30-day ceasefire, the Trump administration pushed more limited ceasefires focused on energy infrastructure and shipping lanes in the Black Sea, as well as a separate bilateral deal with Ukraine on future mineral extraction revenue. Talks with both are ongoing. It's unclear if Congress and European leaders will swallow the deal, which effectively cedes much of eastern Ukraine to Russia and makes various other concessions to Putin. Pletka said it didn't matter, in terms of realpolitik. 'There's no issue about whether Congress accepts it, because Congress isn't a player here,' said the former Senate foreign relations staffer, speaking with The Hill. 'And as to the Europeans, if they want to continue to do more to help Ukraine, that is absolutely their option.' Trump expressed his frustration with Zelensky early last week, after the Ukrainian leader publicly said Kyiv would draw a red line at recognizing Crimea as Russian. But Trump shifted his ire to Putin later in the week, writing on Thursday that he was 'not happy' with Russian strikes on Kyiv, and telling Putin to 'stop it.' Then on Saturday, Trump offered his harshest criticism yet of the Russian leader in a Truth Social post. 'With all of that being said, there was no reason for Putin to be shooting missiles into civilian areas, cities and towns, over the last few days. It makes me think that maybe he doesn't want to stop the war, he's just tapping me along, and has to be dealt with differently, through 'Banking' or 'Secondary Sanctions?' Too many people are dying!!!' Ukraine was dismissive of Putin's three-day ceasefire proposal, which would last from May 8-11, coinciding with World War II Victory Day commemorations on May 9. 'If Russia truly wants peace, it must cease fire immediately. Why wait until May 8th? If the fire can be ceased now and since any date for 30 days—so it is real, not just for a parade. Ukraine is ready to support a lasting, durable, and full ceasefire. And this is what we are constantly proposing, for at least 30 days,' said Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha on X. Heorhii Tykhyi, spokesperson of Ukraine's Foreign Ministry, on Monday said Trump was 'very serious' about achieving peace during his meeting with Zelensky on the sidelines of Pope Francis's funeral. 'And again, we think it was constructive, a good one, but to really measure the results of this meeting, of course, we need to see how the situation evolves further in the coming days and weeks,' Tykhi said. Republicans in Congress have given Trump wide latitude in his approach to Russia and Ukraine, even as he reportedly proposed terms that have long been a red line both for past administrations and many Ukraine hawks on both sides of the aisle. Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), a staunch backer of both Ukraine and Trump, has dangled legislation that would levy secondary tariffs on any country that purchases Russian oil, gas, uranium or other products if Putin doesn't halt the war. 'The Senate stands ready to move in this direction and will do so overwhelmingly if Russia does not embrace an honorable, just and enduring peace,' he wrote on X on Saturday. David Kramer, executive director of the George W. Bush Institute, expressed some hope that Trump was starting to realize that the blame for the war and its related atrocities lies squarely with Putin. 'Putin continues to defy the United States through endless bombings — the latest call for a ceasefire is nothing more than a smoke screen to deflect attention,' he said. 'Trump needs to follow up with Russia — tightening sanctions, secondary sanctions, moving from freezing to seizing frozen assets, resumption of military assistance to Ukraine — for Putin to feel the pinch. So far, he's not feeling it.'
Yahoo
08-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Small Business Week: Jamey Tucker to speak at Wichita Falls event
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — National Small Business Week is May 4 through 10 and KFDX has teamed up with America's Small Business Development Center at Midwestern State University to host Small Business, BIG Tech. The event, with What the Tech's? Jamey Tucker will be held on Wednesday, May 7, at the Sikes Lake Center from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased online. Lunch is included. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
New York Times
29-03-2025
- Sport
- New York Times
Brighton told to follow All Blacks mantra ahead of Nottingham Forest reunion
Head coach Fabian Hurzeler says Brighton & Hove Albion need the cool heads of New Zealand's famous rugby union team to make amends in the FA Cup for a recent league drubbing by rivals Nottingham Forest. Brighton face today's quarter-final opponents at the Amex Stadium eight weeks after losing 7-0 when the teams met at the City Ground in the Premier League in February. Advertisement They have won six matches and drawn the other, away to Manchester City, since that defeat but Hurzeler believes there are lessons to be learned from a book he has read, 'What the All Blacks Can Teach Us About the Business of Life' for the revenge mission against Forest. 'They talk about the red head and the blue head, the cool head,' Hurzeler said during his press conference on Friday for Forest's visit. 'And if you are always in the red head and acting with too much emotion, saying 'We have to make a revenge, we are angry that they beat us seven-zero,' I think then you are too much in the emotional part of your mind and that's why it's so important to stay in the blue phase, in the cool head. 'Make decisions without emotions, stay rational, try to understand the rhythm of the game, try to make decisions with the right timing. So, it's important not to go with too much emotion to it, but of course there should be some emotion. 'Some reminders of the game we had after the big loss, where we have to replace them those memories, especially for our fans.' Hurzeler, 32, has revealed previously that he plays padel, has taken up boxing and watches darts. 'I love to learn from different kinds of sports,' he said. 'Especially rugby here is much bigger than in Germany so I follow it even more. 'I think rugby teams show a lot of togetherness, they are quite good with their mindset and how they take responsibility, especially the individual players. Therefore, I think we can learn a lot in football from them. That is why I am really interested in it and because of that I read the book. 'Especially this phrase between finding the red and the blue and the cool head was impressive for me and I can use it for my approach. That is also how I see my style.' (Top photo of Lewis Dunk:)
Yahoo
07-02-2025
- Yahoo
Maine Mall shoppers, workers concerned but resolved in wake of shooting
Feb. 6—SOUTH PORTLAND — Shoppers and workers returned to The Maine Mall with mixed emotions on Thursday, after a shooting injured one person and led to the evacuation of the shopping center on Wednesday afternoon. "It's kinda freaky," said Ann Marie King, 69, as she munched on pepperoni pizza from Amato's in the food court. King was at the mall just before noon Thursday, as she is most days, riding the bus from her home in Portland. She wasn't there Wednesday, but she saw the news about the shooting and it frightened her. She described the mall as her "home away from home." The shooting threatened that sense of comfort, she said, but it couldn't keep her away. "I was a little nervous coming here today because I didn't know what to expect," King said. "The bus was a little late, so I thought the mall might have been closed." The mall was open as usual from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, although some stores closed early because of a midday snowstorm. By Thursday morning, police announced that they had identified a shooting suspect, Ahmed Basheer Awad, 20, of Westbrook, and had issued a warrant for his arrest on a charge of elevated aggravated assault. The shooting happened shortly before 3:45 p.m. Wednesday, when one man was shot in a bathroom near the food court. Awad was captured on surveillance video leaving through the food court exit, police said. Awad was still at large Thursday. The man who was shot underwent surgery Wednesday night for a wound in his upper right leg and is expected to survive, police said. Kathy Welle isn't sure whether she heard shots fired Wednesday afternoon, but she was at work Thursday regardless. The owner of What the Actual Fudge said she saw people running past her shop and other store operators closing their doors. She saw security personnel passing by and police arriving. She left when the mall was evacuated around 4:20 p.m. "Clearly something had happened, but we never felt in danger," said Welle, 59, of Freeport. "It could have happened anywhere. It didn't happen here because the mall is an unsafe place." Welle returned to her gourmet sweet shop on Thursday, unwilling to let the shooting further diminish her business or her spirit. "This is our place," she said. "This is where we do business. This guy came in yesterday and hurt someone and scared a lot of people and destroyed our business day. We've given him enough. He doesn't get to take more. That's it." Akash Patel manages two kiosks in the mall — one selling crystal items and the other selling Croc charms. He didn't work Wednesday, but he admits he had some reservations going to work Thursday. His boss advised him to be calm and stay safe, he said. "You sort of have to be comfortable," said Patel, 23, of Portland. "It's the only option we have." Andrew Plummer, 20, stopped by to grab lunch to go from Panda Express in the food court on Thursday. The Limington resident recently switched jobs and used to work at a restaurant near the mall. Plummer said he was shocked when he heard about the shooting on Wednesday. He immediately thought of the shooting that occurred last December outside Kobe Japanese Restaurant, which is next to the mall. No one was injured in that incident. A suspect was arrested in January. "I was like, 'What's happening to Maine?' " Plummer said. "When I was growing up, these things didn't happen here." Plummer shops at the mall at least weekly and was drawn there Thursday to see if it was even open, he said. He wondered whether anyone would be shopping or having lunch. He found the food court pretty quiet just before noon, with snow starting to fall as he returned to his car. The shooting has left him feeling unsettled and vulnerable, he said. "It makes you realize there's not a lot of security in places like this," Plummer said. "Maybe there should be more. Maybe not metal detectors, but more security guards." Copy the Story Link
Buzz Feed
28-01-2025
- Health
- Buzz Feed
34 Affordable, Indulgent Products You'll Try Once And Swear By Forever
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. Shopping · Here are some words in a sentence you're gonna love: instant cold-stirred foam caramel iced lattes ... straight out of a packet you can make at home 👀. 1. A weighted eye mask that's basically like a weighted blanket for your human eyes, designed to decrease stress and encourage ~deep sleep~. They also feature a 3D contour, so they're hollowed out in the middle and won't rest right on top of your eyes. Amazon Promising review: "Love these. These are soft and very comfortable, and they seriously black out every bit of ligh t. I love them. I would highly recommend. I'll probably never sleep without them again." — AJ Get a pack of two from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in four sets). 2. A pack of instant cold-stirred foam caramel iced lattes so you can get all that delicious, decadent ~froth~ you love so much right from the comfort of your own home. Considering the price of a fancy bev these days, this is a STEAL at a buck per drink. All you need to do to create the foam is stir it with a spoon, but reviewers note it gets an even BIGGER froth with a cheap hand frother! Promising review:"I was presently surprised by the taste, the latte foam, and how easy it is! This product is awesome!! If you are looking for a great tasting latte at home, this really is perfect." — Kathleen Suarez Get a pack of six from Amazon for $7.79+ (available in three flavors). 3. Essence's "What the Fake!" Plumping Lip Filler to give your lips a lil' extra ~vavoom~ — this tingly formula not only volumizes your lips, but it's made with hyaluronic acid and vitamin E to leave them extra moisturized and hydrated. Check out a TikTok of the plumping lip filler in action. Promising review: "I got this as an add-on last minute because of the price. It's small, but wow, it's impactful. A little goes a long way, and you can feel it working instantly. There is a tingle, not quite a burn. I'd def use a bit at a time when starting, but it works great right away." — Bt2turntup Get it from Amazon for $4.99 (available in five tints). 4. An affordable cult-favorite luxury-scented candle with a scent reminiscent of Le Labo's Santal 33, and a throw so satisfying that reviewers can't stop gushing about it. If you're in the market for a signature scent for your space, look no further than this jasmine, oud, and sandalwood blend. Lulu Candles is a US-based small business that specializes in scented candles and perfumes. Promising review: "This is such a great candle that fills the room quickly with a really nice strong smell that is soothing and relaxing. I was looking for a less expensive Le Labo Santal 33 scent candle, and this one is very, very close! It's a bit stronger, but I love it! The shipment arrived fast, and I just love how fast it fills up the room without being lit for so long!" — Cristina Bertolotto Get it from Amazon for $19.95+ (available in three sizes, in gift box options, in packs of two, and in a variety of scents). 5. Eos' Shea Butter Vanilla Cashmere body lotion, which TikTok is going *feral* over both because of the lightweight, long-lasting moisture, and the soothing, delicious smell that reviewers compare to more expensive brands like Philosophy and Bath & Body Works. Promising review: "Heaven sent for your skin; heavenly scent to enjoy. This feels absolutely amazing going on. Gets absorbed quickly, for a lotion rich with oil. Doesn't leave a greasy feeling, as long as you give it a minute or two to fully absorb. The scent is, for me anyway, like aromatherapy. It smells like an iced sugar cookie, and is a great base layer for fragrance. Very relaxing." — Dragonheart Jo Get it from Amazon for $8.98. 6. A lil' polar bear hydrating eye stick for some sweet, sweet relief when you wake up with puffy, aching eyes. This formula is blended with Iceland glacial water to help tighten skin and tackle dark circles so you look and feel more ~refreshed~. Promising review:"I have always had serious dark circles and bags under my eyes and this has really changed this for me. The results are incredible. The puffiness is gone. The dark circles are hardly noticeable. My sensitive skin has not broken out. I never write reviews, but this was so good that I had to write a review. This actually works." — Ben Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in six styles). 7. Plus Catrice "Instant Awake" Under Eye Brightener, an "invisible," color-adaptive holy grail product for concealing and brightening dark circles under your eyes. This works so fast that everyone's old concealers are doing double takes. The color-adaptive formula is designed so one of two shades will work on any skin tone. Promising review: "Took years off my eyes! This product is so reasonably priced. I came across a TikTok promoting this and decided to take a chance since the price was super reasonable. My eyes looked brighter in a good way, and the concealer worked so well that I felt I looked younger. I got compliments from friends asking what I did differently with my makeup. I recommend it." — Monica T. Get it from Amazon for $6. 8. A set of delightfully ~~tingly~~ self-heating soothing foot masks made with Epsom salts, lavender, and peppermint perfect for anyone whose recent step count is "too many." Nothing like a lil' self-care on those aching feet to lift your spirits! Check out a TikTok of the foot masks in action. I'm a long-ish distance runner, and these were certainly an interesting experience for my feet! You slide them on and, after a few minutes, feel a tingling, mildly burning (in a good way) sensation. It doesn't quite numb your feet, but it relaxes them. I kept them on for 30 minutes and then toweled my feet off, and the tingling sensation slowly faded over the next 30 minutes. After that, my feet felt very refreshed and relaxed at a time of day when they're usually aching from all the miles I put in. The whole thing was a mess-free, easy process, and I will definitely keep them on hand for longer run days! Promising review:"Very soothing. My husband and l used these on our European vacation, and they definitely felt good on our feet!" — KS2018 Get a set of three pairs from Amazon for $10.77. 9. A decorative rainbow window film that says, "Yes, I want my privacy, but I also want to be extremely glamorous about it." Not only does this refract beautiful rainbows in your space, but reviewers mention that it's handy for pet owners whose dogs love to bark at things outside, and that they also used them to outfit the sunroofs of their cars to prevent glare. Promising review:"I had no privacy in the evenings and was looking for an alternative solution that was not only effective but that would look good, too. After putting these up, I finally have some really effective privacy. It's so nice without everybody being able to see into my windows whenever they please at night. The amazing amount of rainbow effect that happens during the daytime when the sunlight streams through is so neat! My place is flooded with rainbows everywhere. It is better than I pictured!" — Sally Skeleton Get it from Amazon for $5.94+ (available in four colors and 11 sizes) 10. Acure Brightening Facial Scrub to help gently (and delightfully!) exfoliate and soften your skin with its unique blend of sea kelp and French green clay. Reviewers note that unlike a lot of competitors, this scrub keeps its grittiness through the cleansing, and that a little bit goes a looong way. Promising review: "It's a pleasant, gritty scrub that doesn't hurt my face with salt or anything that feels like sandpaper. It's moisturizing, exfoliating and lovely. I follow up with my skin oil, serums and moisturizer. My makeup goes on like butter. I'll buy this again." — JBF Get it from Amazon for $10.99. 11. E.l.f.'s Holy Hydration! Lip Mask for anyone who wants to go TURBO on ensuring they lock in enough moisture for the perfect pout. This silky, hyaluronic acid-infused formula is designed not to stick, so it plays nice with other lip products at all times of the day. Amazon Promising review:"If I could give this lip mask 100 stars, I would. What is there not to love about this product? It's beyond moisturizing and quite soft as you put it on, like butter. The scent has me perplexed, not sure that's the correct word to use. I know that scent, it reminds me of something from the '70s or '80s. The scent takes me back, but to where I do not know. AAAA++++, it's a must-buy!" — Stina Get it from Amazon for $7. 12. A bottle of Elizavecca Hair Treatment, an Olaplex-like repairing mask infused with collagen ingredients and protein extracts that will help restore hair health and reduce shedding. All you gotta do is apply it on wet hair after a shampoo, wait five minutes, and rinse it out. This is designed to work on all hair types, with reviewers with 2b to 4c curls mentioning it worked for them! Promising review:"Like many others, I tried this as a replacement for Olaplex. Honestly, Olaplex never had a great effect on my hair and certainly wasn't worth the price. This did an unreal job on my hair!! I was skeptical (tried a little bit first because I was petrified it would burn off my hair and I would end up bald!) but, lo and behold, it was magic! My hair is so strong, silky, and healthy looking after just one use. Plus, you can't beat the price! Have already ordered another box. I should also add I have curly/wavy hair that's been colored to a light brown. Buy it!!" — BB Check out BuzzFeed's full review of the Elizavecca hair treatment for more deets! Get a bottle from Amazon for $8.40. 13. A set of instant cocktail packets for anyone who craves the vibe of having a cocktail in hand, but doesn't want to see the evidence littered all over their credit card statement at the end of the month. Reviewers love these quick, delicious, super portable mixes for cocktails and mocktails at home, in the park, or even camping. Craftmix is a small business that specializes in instant drink mixers. These are all vegan and gluten-free — all you have to do is add booze, water, or the seltzer of your choice! Reviewers also love it as a party favor. Promising review:"These margarita mixes are absolutely perfect for hanging out with your girlfriends. They are so refreshing when mixed with tequila and sparkling soda. There were enough drink mixes for 12 margaritas. I also dipped the glasses in rock salt. Great value for your money. I'm going to purchase more for our taco night." — Suze Get a pack of 12 from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in 13 different flavors and a variety pack). 14. A set of wildly popular moisture-wicking double-brushed microfiber sheets with a softness so luxurious that you'll be like, "Cotton whomst??" Reviewers especially love that the "cooling" effect of these is no joke, particularly for people in hot climates or people experiencing night sweats and hot flashes. LuxClub is a small business that specializes in soft, durable, luxury-style sheets. P romising review: 'LOVE THESE!! I was searching for a sheet set that would help me sleep more comfortably at night and found these. I have terrible hot flashes with night sweats and get up in the morning just miserable. Of course, these do not eliminate my hot flashes as no sheets will, but they definitely make my nights much more comfortable by eliminating wet bedding, and I definitely appreciate that! Aside from their moisture-wicking abilities, they are very soft, easy to look at, and launder extremely well. I would highly recommend these for anyone shopping for sheet sets and especially for anyone experiencing night sweats!! ' — Shannon Warfel Get it from Amazon for $22.36+ (available in sizes Twin—California King, with deep pockets, and in 40 styles). 15. E.l.f.'s new Stay Cool Primer Stick for a double dose of hydration and ~coolness~ that will not only help your makeup glide on like a dream, but give your skin a much-needed refresh. Amazon Promising review: "Just tried this primer along with the E.l.f. Soft Glam Satin Foundation, and I cannot say enough good things! The primer felt clean and light going on. This is hands down the best primer I have used. The two products are amazing. Def my new favs! Love love love!" — Cozette Get it from Amazon for $7. 16. A layered necklace set to add such instant sophistication to any outfit that it might just be worth keeping an "emergency" one in your purse for days when you make last-minute plans and need to jazz up your post-office look. ✨ Amazon Promising review:"I love the ways these layering necklaces look! I haven't taken them off since I received them and they look brand new still. I've worn them in the shower, pools, and beach and they are still perfect." — Allison Kwong Get it from Amazon for $15.29+ (available in three finishes and 15 other styles). 17. And a stackable oval gem ring so gorgeous and well-made that reviewers use it as a temporary wedding ring when they're traveling. Psst — people love stacking it with other high quality Pavoi rings! TBH, I bought this ring after seeing it blow up on TikTok, and I love it. I wear it every single day, and I've gotten SO many compliments on it — friends are always stunned when I tell them how cheap it is! I've been wearing it for months now without any wear and tear that a quick cleaning won't fix. Pictures don't do it justice; it really does ✨gleam✨ like real jewels. (Bonus: I use this as a fake wedding ring when I travel to encourage humans to leave me alone, lolololol.) Get it from Amazon for $14.95+ (available in three plates and sizes 5–10). 18. A set of Glamnetic's press-on nails for anyone who's short on time or money but not on glamour — these standard and colorful sets are easy to reshape and apply, *plus* are reusable, so it's really an investment not just in one flawless manicure, but multiple. Glamnetic is a small business that specializes on uniquely-designed, reusable press-on nails. Promising review:"I saw these all over my TikTok FYP and was so curious to try them. They are absolutely beautiful, and just after two days I have gotten so many compliments. The glue holds super well and the application process was super simple. I don't think that I will ever get acrylic nails again, as a set like this would likely be three times the price." — Leslie and Paige Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in 43 styles). 19. An easy-to-apply one-hour (!!) self-tanner so much cheaper and more effective than its competitors that your medicine cabinet will laugh at the old versions you used. This vegan blend is easy for beginners to use without streaking or uneven patches, and although the tan is instant, the fade is nice and gradual. Promising review: 'If you use St. Tropez tan products or any fake tanner, do yourself a favor and try this. This stuff is AWESOME. Dries quickly, lasts longer, does NOT make your skin stinky, applies evenly, and you get a fair amount of product!! Other tanners I've used become VERY noticeable when they start fading. Gross hand lines, patchy white spots, etc., but not this stuff. The best one-hour tan I have ever used!' — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $9.50+ (available in 10 styles). 20. A hydrating, plumping lip glow oil reviewers compare to the cult-fave Dior Lip Oil ... that is, if it were a FRACTION of the price 👀. Promising review: "This is by far my favorite lip gloss on Amazon. The lip gloss keeps your lips moisturized and plump throughout the day. Highly recommend if you haven't tried already!" — Brianna Clark Get it from Amazon for $4.99+ (available in six shades and in two-packs). 21. A Dash mini maker with so much fast cooking potential that your tastebuds will *sing* — reviewers use this for anything from whipping up eggs to grilled cheese to pancakes to cookies. People who live alone or in small kitchens swear by this as a fast, easy cooking hack. Promising review: "This is the perfect easy breakfast sandwich maker. It cooks the egg perfectly (I used jumbo eggs, and it worked perfectly just like regular eggs). It's honestly one of my personal favorite appliances. I just had a baby, and having something I can crack an egg into and let it sit to cook without having to flip and it's done within five minutes is honestly a lifesaver, and it cleans super easy! 10/10 I love this thing; it's just like my George Foreman!" — Emily Get it from Amazon for $12.99 (available in six colors). 22. The cult-favorite Tree Hut Coco Colada Body Scrub, which is basically a vacation in a jar — this exfoliating, hydrating scrub will not only leave your skin super smooth, but have you smelling like human sunshine. Check out a TikTok of the Coco Colada body scrub. Promising review:"Heavenly. The scent is amazing and makes your legs feel so good after shaving. If you close your eyes while using, you think you are on tropical island!!!" — SBlanks Get it from Amazon for $7.97. 23. L'Oréal Paris Makeup True Match Lumi Glotion designed to enhance your skin's natural glow ✨ — perfect for anyone who wants a lightweight alternative to foundation or just a lil' extra low-effort, ethereal shimmer in their lives. Promising review:"Love love love this stuff. This is such a stellar product that is so versatile. Can be worn alone to put some glowy life to skin. Add to foundation or layer it. Beautiful. Use it as a base where you put highlighter on top. Mix some with moisturizer. This, in my opinion, is better than so many high-luxury brands that make similar products. And I am pretty sure it can be used by all skin types. It's not oily feeling at all, and it doesn't dry out skin either. Just a total package. Can't beat the price either." — Figgy08 Get it from Amazon for $13.98+ (available in six shades). 24. A nine-pair set of hypoallergenic golden hoop earrings because sometimes you have to get the outfit vibe just! right!!! which means mixing things up from your usual go-to hoops (bless their overworked hearts). This gives you plenty of affordable, chic options so you can try out a different set every day of the week. Amazon Promising review:"I'm picky when it comes to jewelry and love these. They haven't tarnished on me at all or hurt my ears, and the gold isn't tacky looking. Love the variety and you can't beat the pricing. Also, a great gift!" — Marisa Get a set of nine from Amazon for $15.99 (also available in three colors). 25. A shaker of Thin Mint seasoning you need to buy as a favor to all your taste buds immediately. Allow me to paint a picture for you: Thin Mint coffee, Thin Mint pudding, Thin Mint popcorn, Thin Mint anything your dessert gremlin heart desires. I stared at this for months online before caving and buying it, and when I tell you!! It jazzes up my morning coffee in a way that makes my little '90s baby heart sing. I've also loved it on Greek yogurt, oatmeal, and mug cakes. Plus, when I am feeling lonely for a real Thin Mint, and we're not in Girl Scout cookie season, I'll shake this on an Oreo Thin to stave off the despair. Get it from Amazon for $4.98 (and try their s'mores seasoning blend, too!). 26. A set of wineglass charcuterie toppers to make you the ultimate host of wine and cheese nights ... *or* just an elite experience curating your own snack-and-vino vibe at home. (Friday night cheese is the most sacred cheese of all.) Amazon Promising review: "These are so cute! I hosted a wine tasting at my house and the coasters fit into many different wine glasses. I had about three to four fairly decent size chocolates on top. These were a hit and everyone thought they were in a nice restaurant with the setup!!" — Melanie M. Get a set of four from Amazon for $9.99 (also available in a set of eight). 27. A deep exfoliating shower back scrubber so soothing and effective that it won't be long before all your friends are like, "Wow, remember when they talked about something other than how squeaky clean their back feels?" A lot of reviewers with dry skin and keratosis pilaris swear by this for relief! Amazon Dermasuri is a small business that specializes in skincare and personal care products. Check out a TikTok of the back scrubber in action. Promising review: "I used this back scrubber the day after it arrived, and I love it. Finally, I have an easy-to-use and more effective way to scrub my back. I saw the dead skin fall to the shower floor. Wow! And it easily rinsed cleaned, too." — Naomi M. Get it from Amazon for $18.79. 28. A set of itty bitty vintage-inspired spoons that are just BEGGING to be used for all your coffee, tea, dessert, and yogurt needs. (Is it just me, or do we all have an Emotional Support Tiny Spoon?) Promising review: "The perfect little coffee spoons on my coffee bar! They go with my modern vintage thrifted decor and make me smile. 🥰" — Lindsey Get a set of six from Amazon for $7.99. 29. A two-slice touch screen toaster with all the fanciness of the $350 TikTok-famous version and none of the "YIKESSSSS" of the price tag. This lets you select seven different toastiness levels for your bread, and specify if you're putting other carbs in there, like bagels, English muffins, waffles, and even gluten-free bread. Promising review:"I love this toaster! It has all the options I need: lifter, countdown timer, visual icon of the toast colors, and all the toast varieties anyone could want, from white to grain to bagel to waffle to English muffin to gluten-free. It not only has reheat and defrost options, you can even add more toasting time, too. Truly, it has all the bells and whistles anyone could want and is easy to use." — Tanya Feddern-Bekcan Get it from Amazon for $50.13+ (available in four colors). 30. A reviewer-beloved electric fondue set for an investment in your future happiness, because I'm hard-pressed to think of anything a vat of melted cheese and chocolate *won't* fix. Kusini is a small business that specializes in kitchen products. Promising revie w: "I absolutely love fondue and this made at-home fondue easy and mess free! Warms up quickly and holds the perfect amount of fondue plus dippers." — Ruby Pagel Get it from Amazon for $27.99 (available in two colors). 31. A buildable Space Glow Color-Changing Lipstick with a sheer, subtle shimmer and a unique blue-based pink tint formulated with pH technology so it will adapt to a personalized shade so perfect you'll look stellar 💫. Amazon Check out a TikTok of the Space Glow Color-Changing Lipstick in action. Promising review: "I liked the first one I bought so much that I went back and ordered another for my purse. It's smooth and the color, on me, develops into a soft rose. Give it a try!" — MarieTherese Get it from Amazon for $4.99. 32. A mini weighted blanket perfect for people who want a quick dose of calm and relaxation, but don't want to overheat or commit to the whole heavy shebang of a full-size weighted blanket. This one's the perfect size to easily drape over yourself on the couch. Amazon, Read more about how to choose a weight and what these blankets help with and how from Cleveland Clinic. Promising review:"I love weighted blankets, but I always get way too hot with them. This is perfect because I can cover up the half of my body that I want the weighted feeling on while the rest do my body gets to stay cool. It is perfect for me." — Patricia Newt Get it from Amazon for $26.98+ (available in three weights and four colors). 33. A chic wax melt warmer that blends so seamlessly with the rest of your decor that it will give a vibe of ~quiet luxury~. Amazon Promising review: "It warmed up really quick and looks nice in my laundry room! It's small enough to hide and still make a big impact on the area it was in! It's sturdy and easy to use. The wax I have in here smells amazing!" — Cassandra Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in four styles). 34. An affordable, Lululemon-esque longline sports bra so comfy, supportive, and versatile that reviewers love it both for outdoor workouts, gym use, *and* errand running. This is designed be supportive without being too compressive, with lightweight fabric that keeps you breezy in the heat. Promising review:"LOVE. It is super comfortable to wear and is great for supporting my chest when I go on a run. Doesn't collect sweat. Very nice and cool material for hotter environments. I have it in so many colors because I love them so much. HIGHLY recommend!" — Cheyenne Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in women's sizes XS–3XL and 29 colors). Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.
