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WIRED
7 hours ago
- Health
- WIRED
The Nike x Hyperice Hyperboots Will Give You a Heated Foot Massage While You Walk
Everybody loves a good foot massage. As an avid runner with plantar fasciitis, I often need a good foot massage. So when I heard about the Nike x Hyperice collaboration to develop a shoe with compression and heating capabilities built in, I was eager to learn more. The Hyperboots feature the same air compression technology as the beloved-by-runners-everywhere Hyperice Normatec boots ($899). The only downside to the Normatec boots are the fact that you have to chill out and remain horizontal while you wear them (which, maybe isn't exactly a downside, but it still means you can't multitask much during your recovery period). With the Hyperboots, you can enjoy the same squeezing and releasing sensation around your feet and ankles while you go about your life. Thanks to Nike's input, you can wear something that looks more like a sleek, modern sneaker than a recovery device. Retro Appeal Photograph: Kristin Canning Photograph: Kristin Canning The first time I tried on—and turned on—the Hyperboots, I was immediately giddy. There's something very exciting about a shoe with extras built in. It reminded me of Heelys and the popular light-up tennis shoes of my '90s youth. When you turn them on by pressing a power button on the inside of the heel, the shoe automatically inflates to offer a better fit and some mild compression. The compression portion covers the mid-foot at the top and sides, the sides and back of the heel, and the ankle. I got small Hyperboots (they come in small, medium, large, XL, and XXL) and they were too big for my size-8 feet, but turning on the shoe made comfortable enough to walk around in them without my foot slipping around. From there, you have the option to adjust the level of compression and heat, with three settings each, and you can press a play button to start an active air-compression massage. The boots sync settings when you have them both on. The air filling up the ankle wrap and releasing does make a droning noise, almost like an airplane flying overhead—nothing too obnoxious. You can charge them up with the two USB-C cords and wall charger they come with, and the charge lasts for up to an hour and a half. The massage and heat felt wonderful while I did chores around the house. I noticed the plush foam soles and their rocker bottoms, which helped propel me forward with little effort. The forefoot and heel provide grippy traction. The shoes don't offer much in terms of arch support, so I wouldn't recommend walking far in them if you have high, fussy arches like me (without adding some inserts), but they were comfortable enough all the times I wore them. The upper feels extremely durable, and even with the built-in tech, they can handle splashes and rain (though they aren't fully waterproof). I liked the highest compression setting for my feet, but that setting felt like a bit much around my ankles when I was walking. The top of the ankle wrap dug in a bit when I moved, but it wasn't uncomfortable if I was sitting. The massage runs for 20 minutes, and you can just press play again to start over if your dogs need some more TLC. The heat settings go all the way up to 125 degrees Fahrenheit, which was way too hot for me—I found the lowest setting of 111 degrees to be plenty to feel therapeutic. Post Workout Photograph: Kristin Canning After trying the shoes around the house, I was excited to use them after an activity that was harder on my feet. I put them on after a long day snowboarding where I racked up over 13,000 feet of vert, and I was able to drive home through the mountains while my feet warmed up and got a relaxing massage—incredible. The boots flushed out the lactic acid that had built up in my feet and ankles from all the maneuvering they were doing inside my bindings, and I was able to keep the massage going after I got home and while I did laundry and dishes.
Yahoo
8 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
L.A. wildfire victims uncertain about returning to their burned neighborhoods
A new survey of victims of the Palisades and Eaton fires shows most would like to return to their old neighborhoods, but they're worried that government officials can't make it happen soon enough. The vast majority of burned-out homeowners surveyed said they intend to rebuild the homes destroyed in the devastating January fires — yet half say they are unwilling to wait more than three years to return. Urgency on all fronts is paramount to a successful revival of the lost neighborhoods, Los Angeles real estate developer Clare De Briere said. She helped oversee the survey conducted by Project Recovery, a group of public and private real estate experts who compiled a report in March on what steps can be taken to speed revival as displaced residents weigh their options to return to Pacific Palisades, Altadena, Malibu and other affected neighborhoods. The report was compiled by professors in the real estate graduate schools at USC and UCLA, along with the Los Angeles chapter of the Urban Land Institute, a real estate nonprofit education and research institute. Read more: After L.A. wildfires, experts offer a road map for how to speed up recovery For the follow-up survey, Project Recovery tracked down nearly 350 homeowners who experienced total loss or significant damage to their properties to determine their preferences for the future. Most would like to return, but are skeptical about their chances to get back in the near future and will only wait so long before settling in elsewhere. "For every year it takes to at least start the rebuilding, 20% of the population will find another another place to go," De Briere said. "If that statistic is right, then after five years, you're going to have a whole new community there, so it won't be the same. "You won't have the same people remembering the same parades and the same soccer teams, or the librarian who used to have story hour in the local library. All that sort of cultural memory gets, gets wiped out," she said. The Project Recovery report outlines a plan to get homes rebuilt within three years after the land is cleared for redevelopment, but it requires close, constant cooperation between builders and public officials overseeing construction approval and restoration of infrastructure such as water and power. In the recent survey, the top concern of displaced homeowners "was about the lack of leadership, both on the city and the county side to get it done," she said. That response came as a surprise to De Briere, who expected affordability to be the chief concern, since many homeowners are indeed worried that they won't have enough money to rebuild the way they want. But it typically takes up to 18 months to get a building permit in Los Angeles, a process that needs to be reduced to one to two months, Project Recovery said. Read more: 'The stress keeps you up at night': Emotional devastation lingers in L.A. fire zones That would require using an expedited process being explored by Los Angeles officials that would allow licensed architects, engineers and design professionals to 'self-certify' building plans and specifications as compliant with objective building code requirements. Artificial intelligence could crosscheck their assertions far faster than human staff would be able to do it. Other major concerns among homeowners surveyed was that rebuilding would take too long and that their communities may never be the same. Homeowners also worry about being in a fire zone or a landslide zone, she said. Read more: As L.A. rebuilds from the Palisades fire, residents ask: What's the plan? The report authors hope that the rebuilding process will bring better knowledge about managing the ways homes interact with the potentially combustible environment around them. "If we don't do it differently, we're going to have the same thing happen in Beverly Hills, and Bel Air, in Silver Lake, Los Feliz and Echo Park," De Briere said. "This is what happens when we're living this close to nature and we're not managing it right." Other findings of the survey included: Two-thirds of those affected by the Palisades fire say they are uncertain they will have sufficient resources to fully cover rebuilding expenses and additional living costs that are not covered by insurance. In the Eaton fire area, 82% either do not have or are uncertain they will have sufficient resources. In the Palisades area, 70% of homeowners may not return if it takes more than three years to rebuild. In the Eaton fire area, 63% may not return after three years. A "look-alike" rebuild within 110% of their prior home size is planned by 77% of people who want to return to the Palisades fire area, while 84% plan a similar rebuild in the Eaton fire area. On average, homeowners in both areas expect about 70% of their rebuilding costs to be covered by insurance. On the low end of anticipated insurance support, 13% from the Palisades fire area and 19% from the Eaton fire area expect that between zero and 50% of their rebuilding costs will be covered by insurance. Owners estimate it will cost about $800 per square foot to rebuild in the Palisades fire area and $570 per square foot in the Eaton fire area. Cost is the top concern for owners in the Palisades fire area with a net worth of less than $5 million, and quality is the No. 1 concern for those with a net worth of less than $1 million in the Eaton fire area. More than 60% of homeowners in both areas are willing to forgo customization of their new homes if financial compromises are necessary. Sign up for our Wide Shot newsletter to get the latest entertainment business news, analysis and insights. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
BBC News
9 hours ago
- Business
- BBC News
Spudman thanks Ipswich recovery service after A14 breakdown
A TikTok chef who broke down on a dual carriageway late at night has thanked a recovery service as well as police for their help in getting him whose real name is Ben Newman, has more than 4.3 million followers and is known as a street vendor selling jacket potatoes in Tamworth, attending the Suffolk Show near Ipswich, he revealed on his social media page that his van had broken down on the A14 late on Thursday. Jack Parker, owner of RB Commercial based in Ipswich, helped Spudman home and said his team was always happy to help. Spudman was first helped to a service station near Sproughton by Suffolk Police and said on TikTok he "wasn't expecting a tow" from thanked the officers for their efforts in a video on Friday."We called out a recovery firm, they originally said they'd be half an hour and we paid a deposit, then they said they're going to be two-and-a-half hours," he added in his video."These guys (RB Commercial) just turned up randomly because they saw us on the side of the road and they are fans." Mr Parker explained he had seen Spudman's TikTok and decided to help. "Because we work that road a lot I knew roughly where he was just from his video," he said."At that time as well, lots of people were just turning up madly to the services where he was and taking pictures with him."The poor bloke just worked hard for two days and wanted to get home." Mr Parker sent two of his drivers down to the service station and after some discussions it was decided they would take Spudman back to Tamworth, where they arrived at 03:00 BST on on his TikTok, Spudman added: "We had an amazing [Suffolk] Show."Shame about the van, these things happen... it's going to need a new engine."Mr Parker said Spudman was "a really nice bloke, really sound" and stressed he would "help anyone" in need. Follow Suffolk news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
Yahoo
9 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Miller Industries, Inc. (MLR): A Bull Case Theory
We came across a bullish thesis on Miller Industries, Inc. (MLR) on Flyover Stocks' Substack. In this article, we will summarize the bulls' thesis on MLR. Miller Industries, Inc. (MLR)'s share was trading at $44.34 as of 23rd March. MLR's trailing P/E was 9.45 according to Yahoo Finance. nitinut380 / Miller Industries, headquartered in the small town of Ooltewah, Tennessee, is the world's largest manufacturer of towing and recovery equipment, serving a critical but often overlooked niche. Founded in 1990 by William Miller, the company aggressively consolidated the fragmented towing equipment market by acquiring major brands like Holmes, Century, and Vulcan International during a depressed market, streamlining operations and boosting efficiency. Since going public in 1994, Miller has grown steadily with revenue, EBITDA, and net income increasing at annual rates of 8.2%, 11.4%, and 13.3%, respectively. Despite low analyst coverage and operating in an unglamorous industry, the company maintains a clean balance sheet and has recently increased focus on returning value to shareholders through dividends and buybacks. Miller's specialized heavy-duty equipment is essential for roadside recovery, disaster response, and off-highway equipment transport, making it a key player in an essential infrastructure sector. Current challenges for Miller include navigating California's stringent Advanced Clean Technology (ACT) regulations, managing inventory cycles, and dealing with supply chain and tariff complexities. These regulatory and operational factors will influence near-term performance, but Miller's entrenched market leadership, ongoing consolidation strategy, and focus on shareholder returns position it well for sustainable growth. The company's niche expertise and steady expansion in a stable industry offer investors a classic 'Flyover Stock' profile: solid fundamentals, modest but consistent growth, and limited market hype, making Miller Industries a compelling candidate for those seeking long-term exposure to a resilient industrial equipment manufacturer with attractive valuation and clear growth prospects. Miller Industries, Inc. (MLR) is not on our list of the 30 Most Popular Stocks Among Hedge Funds. As per our database, 14 hedge fund portfolios held MLR at the end of the fourth quarter which was 15 in the previous quarter. While we acknowledge the risk and potential of MLR as an investment, our conviction lies in the belief that some AI stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns, and doing so within a shorter timeframe. If you are looking for an AI stock that is more promising than MLR but that trades at less than 5 times its earnings, check out our report about the cheapest AI stock. READ NEXT: 8 Best Wide Moat Stocks to Buy Now and 30 Most Important AI Stocks According to BlackRock. Disclosure: None. This article was originally published at Insider Monkey. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
12 hours ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Teen son of 'The Wire' actor Tray Chaney recovering after being thrown by tornado
The Brief Tray Chaney's home was destroyed by an EF-2 tornado, leaving his son hospitalized with serious injuries after being thrown 300 feet into the woods. Chaney expressed gratitude for his neighbors' assistance and shared that his son is showing early signs of recovery, including the ability to squeeze his father's hand. The family has lost everything in the storm, prompting a shift in Chaney's perspective on life, and a GoFundMe campaign has been launched to support their recovery and rebuilding efforts. HENRY COUNTY, Ga. - Actor Tray Chaney, best known for his role on HBO's The Wire, is speaking publicly about the powerful tornado that destroyed his Henry County home and left his 18-year-old son hospitalized with serious injuries. The EF-2 tornado struck on Thursday afternoon in the Locust Grove subdivision of Laurel Creek off of Fresh Laurel Lane, leveling the home Chaney and his family had built five years ago. SEE ALSO: Henry County tornado critically injures son of 'The Wire' actor, damages homes What we know The actor said he and his son, Malachi, had been relaxing around 3 p.m. when the storm hit with little warning. "Then I started seeing the rain come down extra hard and before you know it, I look to my right and my walls were headed towards my face, my TVs, my dressers, and I levitated," Chaney said. Chaney said he woke up buried under debris, bricks and appliances. "Just coming from under my house, having bricks of my house and appliances on top of me, and waking up with just this scar on my head, this gash." His immediate concern turned to his son, who he discovered had been thrown about 300 feet into the woods behind their house. "He was thrown 300 feet away from the house, in the backyard, in the woods," Chaney said. "I have some of the best neighbors in the world. They came to our aid. They made sure that my son was found." Chaney said his son has shown early signs of recovery, including reduced swelling and the ability to squeeze his father's hand. "Every time they say, 'Malachi, can you squeeze your father's hand?' he does it," Chaney said. "But the pain, you know, too, as a father to watch your child, your son go through what he's dealing with right now... I'll never be the same again." Chaney said the family has lost everything in the storm. But after surviving such a traumatic event, he says his perspective has shifted. "Everything is gone. But I'm still living and breathing to be able to tell the story," he said. "That's what matters the most... my perspective on life has changed. I don't look at nothing the same no more. Now I'm all about life." What's next Malachi, a freshman theater student at Savannah State University, remains in the intensive care unit at Grady Memorial Hospital with multiple injuries, including facial fractures and broken ribs. What you can do A GoFundMe campaign has been launched to assist with Malachi's recovery and the family's efforts to rebuild. The Source FOX 5's Eric Mock spoke with Tray Chaney for this article. Previous FOX 5 Atlanta reporting was also used.
