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28 Amazon Shoes That Help Prevent Blisters And Pain
A reissue of the iconic Steve Madden slinky sandal because the '90s called and demanded we *all* get back to our roots, i.e., try our best to look like Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Next purchase up: a leather trench. Promising review: "I've never had even an inkling of a blister nor any discomfort, stumbling, or anything even beginning to come apart. The stretchy upper fits snugly and comfortably, but not so stretchy as to allow your feet to slide around at all. They don't budge in these shoes, but instead are given a sort of foot-hug feeling as they're held in place." —JJ Price: $89 (available in sizes 5–11 and six colors) Ariat leather Western boots that require zero break-in time right out of the box and conform to your foot more and more with each wear. A glove in shoe form. Promising review: "I wore these boots for five hours and they were so comfortable--didn't even have to break them in and no blisters. I am sure the more I wear them, the more they will conform to my foot, but right out of the box? Perfect." —J. HarmanPrice: $159.95+ (available in sizes 5.5–9.5, wide fits, and four colors) Chunky platform sandals to zhuzh up any outfit, whether a white tee and denim shorts or a fancier mini dress. The fashion world = now your oyster. Promising review: "Comfortably soft leather without breaking in — I wore them for a girls' long weekend in Chicago where we walked 10+ miles a day. No blisters, no discomfort, good cushioning from the thick sole, and I really enjoyed the slightly chunky look." —Charlene AbramsPrice: $79 (available in sizes 5.5–10 and five colors) Sporty hiking sandals with a similar grip to your favorite hiking books but take up a *fraction* of the space in your carry-on. Over 20,000 reviews rave that these provide excellent arch support and durable traction. Adidas tennis shoes that are no-frills, no-fuss, and you'll never ever get sick of them. What more can we say? They're everywhere for a reason. Promising review: "Got it for Europe trip, three weeks. I had my old pair from five years ago, and I love how comfy it is; I wanted a new pair for our vacation. It was comfy, no looks good with everything and can go from day to night, even with a dress. I wore it walking the three cities in Cinque Terre, it got dusty but with a little soap and light brush/wash, it looks new again. Highly recommended. I would buy from here again." —ESJPrice: $70+ (available in sizes 4.5–14 and 26 colors) Knit flats you can toss in the wash when they need a good cleaning, and et voila, they'll emerge looking brand spankin' new. Bonus points: the flexible knit fabric means they're easy to pack in a cramped carry-on. Ankle strap flats capable of inspiring even Dorothy to ditch those ruby red slippers for a more practical (but still stylish) option. Chic London Fog rain booties that have me contemplating a cross-country move to Seattle, Washington for an excuse to don these daily. All I want to do is wear. these. boots. and jump! in! puddles! Water-resistant Dr. Scholl's slip-on sneakers we're dubbing our favorite travel shoe because not only are these great for hours-long walks through new cities, but they're also excellent for the airport security line — it takes a second to slip 'em off and put 'em back on. Cushionaire sandals that have amassed over 55,000 5-star ratings, many of which call out the passed insole for providing supreme comfort and support. The best part? A knockout pricetag, currently going for $34.99. Suede clogs with over 4,000 stellar reviews stating how undeniably comfortably these shoes are — your feet deserve nothing but the best comfort and support footwear can offer, and these deliver. Reebok walking sneakers dubbed by one reviewer as a Jerry Seinfeld shoe — they didn't mean it as an insult and frankly neither do we. Promising review: "I actually bought these after my co-worker let me borrow them during our trip to Vegas where I quickly realized my Vans were intolerable. Shoutout to her for putting me on these because I love them. They go with everything and they're my most comfortable shoe now." —MarleePrice: $79.99+ (available in sizes 5–11 and three colors) A pair of cowboy boots to put the "yee" in your "haw." Plus, reviewers note that these run wider than your average cowboy boots, i.e., your toes won't feel squished toward the front if you weren't born with a narrow footbed (neither was I, it's okay). Blondo Villa ankle booties you'll be able to pack for casual sightseeing in the morning and afternoon and fancier, chic evening outings. Consider this the epitome of a "day-to-night" fashion stape. A chunky ankle boot that should really start negotiating for PTO now considering you'll likely wear them every darn day. These babies are destined to become the ~little black dress~ of your shoe collection. Teva sandals crafted with quick-dry technology so you can walk for hours without having to worrying about slippage due to *ahem* sweaty feet. Promising review: "I bought these to wear on vacation to Japan. Walked in them every day for a week, about 20,000 steps a day in a very urban setting (using public transit etc.) and they were pretty great. When I first put them on there was a string rubbing around the toe area, but I trimmed it down and then had no problems. They didn't rub my feet or cause any blisters at all. I was amazed." —AriPrice: $55.73+ (available in sizes 5–14 and 51 colors) Pointed toe, ankle-strap pumps you can consider the first step in building your capsule footwear collection. These beauties are impeccable in their simplicity, are available in several neutral hues, and are comfortable to boot. Promising review: "I was hesitant to buy these heels. I decided to go for it, and I'm so glad I did!! They are super lightweight, comfortable, and stay on well without slipping. I love the adjustable strap around the ankle, too. They don't hurt my feet or ankles while walking. I'm probably ordering another color. I've gotten lots of compliments my first time wearing them!!" —Holly HobbsPrice: $33.29+ (available in sizes 5–11 and 13 designs) Ergonomic FitFlops designed with an air-foam material that retains a lightweight, cushiony feel so you feel like you're springing into each next step. Pillow-like slides so cloud-like, you'll forget you're not actually wearing clouds on your feet. Reviewers love how comfortable they are (look at that cushioning below 👀) and they'll be your go-tos for lounging at home or the pool. A pointed-toe flat that is basically a blazer in footwear form. Throwing these on with any old outfit = instantly profesh. Western boots I'd argue are better than a roundtrip ticket to Nashville (no security lines, no having to pay for a carry-on at the gate, etc.). A comfortable, chunky heel coupled with jersey lining, an anti-skid sole, and pull tabs make these knee-highs a dream. Promising review: "These boots are great! Very comfortable. I have thick calves and they fit great, not tight at all. They stay up and don't slouch, so they keep their shape well. I am a mama of very active children, and these boots are perfect for when I want to look a little more put together and not have to worry about them getting scuffed and costing me a lot of $$$. Great to wear casual or dressed up." —Amazon Customer Price: $62.99+ (available in sizes 6–11 and seven colors) Columbia hiking boots because perfection really does exist, and it's both stylish *and* functional. Reviewers can't stop raving about the solid quality, out-of-the-box comfort, and excellent traction that these waterproof babies offer. Psst, most reviewers recommend ordering a half size up! Promising review: "These shoes are phenomenal. The lacing holds tight, so if I wear light socks, my foot doesn't shift. However, there's plenty of room to wear wool or fluffier socks. For me, they DID NOT NEED BREAKING IN. This is huge. I hate buying any kind of shoe that has a 'breaking-in period.' These were great from the get-go. I tried them on a moderate 5-mile hike on a rugged Washington (state) trail. No blisters. I put them to the test today on an 8-mile hike up a steep incline, and holy cow. They were amazing." —Stevie Price: $48.14+ (available in sizes 5–12, including wide fits, and 10 colors) Doc Marten lace-up boots that I personally started wearing in high school and, well, never stopped. These require a short breaking-in period, but once completed, you'll be throwing on these all-weather shoes every day. New Balance Women's Fresh Foam Running Shoes with an ultra-supportive design for your cardio workouts and beyond — reviewers say they're comfy and don't require a break-in period. How great is it to have a shoe you can wear for running errands *or* actual running at the gym? Thigh-high boots that are the perfect compromise: They look ultra-dressy but manage to be unbelievably comfortable, ergo you can look chic and put together without having to feel like you're wobbling around on stilts. Promising review: "I decided to give these a try because of the price, and I'm so glad I did! I was very impressed by the quality of the material, as well as how comfortable they are. I am very picky about my shoes and typically do not buy shoes that are not name brand." —WhitneyPrice: $39.99+ (available in sizes 5.5–11 and 18 colors) Sanuk Yoga Mat flip-flops reviewers say "j'adore" to thanks to impressive durability and a cushioning that mimics yoga mat material. These babies have been worn by travelers throughout trips to Europe, Southeast Asia, and more, all with stellar marks. Strappy platform pumps for your next night out or special occasion. Imagine you on the dance floor in these comfy babies? You definitely wouldn't miss those uncomfy black heels sitting in your closet. Promising review: "I typically like to get shoes that are under three inches because I find high heels to be very uncomfortable. But these shoes are the exception. About 5 inches high, these heels are very comfortable and very, very cute. I wore these shoes during my graduation yesterday, and my feet did not hurt even after walking for much of the day. Note that I didn't even break these shoes in (it was my first time wearing them), and yet they were very comfortable on the first wear! I would 10 out of 10 recommend this! Get yourself these shoes if you are looking for an easy-to-wear pair of cute heels." —Danielle $41.99+ (available in sizes 5–12 and 18 colors) Chelsea boots that, despite having a generous heel, are comfortable enough to walk around in all darn day. These are perfect for weekends fueled by coffee runs and trips to the bookstore. Promising review: "I really like these shoes a lot — they're incredibly comfortable for being heeled boots and I can stand in them all day at work. While I've only gone through one winter with these so far (in Chicago), they still look great! I also sprayed them with water protectant, and it didn't affect the suede material at all, so I would 10/10 recommend these." —SarasriPrice: $32.99+ (available in sizes 5–11 and eight colors)
CBS News
02-06-2025
- Business
- CBS News
China says U.S. violated tariff truce as trade war heats up
China on Monday said the Trump administration is undermining the temporary May 12 trade agreement between the two nations by issuing AI chip export control guidelines, stopping the sale of chip design software to China and by planning to revoke Chinese student visas. The Trump administration's actions "seriously undermine the existing consensus reached at the Geneva economic and trade talks, and seriously damage China's legitimate rights and interests," China's Commerce Ministry said in the June 2 statement. China's claims come after President Trump on Friday said that Beijing is violating a trade agreement with the U.S., just weeks after the two countries announced on May 12 a temporary but significant easing of tariffs imposed on each other's imports earlier in the year. The escalation of rhetoric heightens concerns that the two largest global economies may encounter further stumbling blocks as they pursue trade negotiations, experts say. "Fresh hostilities between the U.S. and China show that the many questions left hanging after the Geneva ceasefire in mid-May still have no satisfactory answers," Arthur Kroeber, a China analyst at Gavekal Research, said in a report. "It is not clear whether U.S. trade policy is being run by President Donald Trump, his trade negotiators or his national security team." He added, "The overall objectives of the trade aggression, other than the display of raw power, are as muddled as ever." Meanwhile, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Sunday said he's "confident" a U.S.-China trade dispute "will be ironed out" when Mr. Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping have a conversation. "I believe we'll see something very soon," Bessent said on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan." May 12 tariff pause The May 12 deal lasts 90 days, creating time for U.S. and Chinese negotiators to reach a more substantive agreement. But the pause still leaves tariffs higher than before Trump started ramping them up last month. Businesses and investors must also contend with uncertainty about whether the truce will last. U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said the U.S. agreed to drop the 145% tax Mr. Trump had imposed on China to 30%. China agreed to lower its tariff rate on U.S. goods to 10% from 125%. On Monday, the Commerce Ministry said China held up its end of the deal, canceling or suspending tariffs and nontariff measures taken against the U.S. "reciprocal tariffs" following the agreement. But it alleged that the Trump administration has "unilaterally provoked new economic and trade frictions and exacerbated the uncertainty and instability" in trade relations between the two nations. The Trump administration stepped up the clash with China last week, announcing that it would start revoking visas for Chinese students in the U.S. American campuses host more than 275,000 students from China. The turmoil between the U.S. and China raises economic risks, given the links between the two nations and their importance in global trade, experts added. "If the United States and China were to disengage completely in another blitz of escalating tariffs, it would be a really big deal for the global economy," Carl Weinberg, chief economist at High Frequency Economics, told investors in a client note. "Demand for industrial commodities would plummet. Supply chains spanning multiple borders would shut down." contributed to this report.
Scottish Sun
18-05-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Scottie Scheffler picks up record prize money haul as he wins PGA Championship by five shots after fending off Jon Rahm
The American put in a scintillating performance across the back 9 GREAT SCOTT Scottie Scheffler picks up record prize money haul as he wins PGA Championship by five shots after fending off Jon Rahm Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SCOTTIE SCHEFFLER picked up the gauntlet thrown down by Masters winner Rory McIlroy, with a USPGA triumph that re-established the American as golf's dominant force. Scheffler, 28, saw off a determined challenge from Jon Rahm to romp home by five shots, and secure Major victory No 3, following his Masters triumphs in 2022 and 2024. 2 Scottie Scheffler has secured a third career major at the USPGA Championship Credit: Getty 2 The 28-year-old saw off a determined Jon Rahm to seal victory by six shots Credit: Getty This win followed an eight-shot victory in his previous outing in Dallas, and the freak injury that prompted a slow start to 2025 - Scheffler sliced his hand open when a wine glass he was using to cut pasta shattered - is becoming a distant memory. But at first it looked like Scheffler had picked up McIlroy's dodgy driver instead, as a dreadful driving display on the front nine threatened to wreck the world No 1's title bid. He tossed away a five-shot lead, with a fiery Rahm showing the talk of him going 'soft' since his £400 million move to LIV was way off the mark. But when Scheffler surged again, the Spaniard was forced to take a few risks - and after stumbling to his first bogey on 16 he found water on 17, and his double bogey allowed Scheffler to coast home. READ MORE ON GOLF TEE-RIFIC Rory McIlroy worth £260m as Sunday Times Rich List sees golf icon take top spot But before that, former Masters and US Open champion Rahm had shown enough to suggest it should not be long before also bags a third Major. Luke Donald said at the start of the week he had not given the Spaniard any guarantees that he would be in the Ryder Cup team in September. The European captain should pick up the phone this morning and end any doubt on that score. Scheffler set out with a three-shot lead at 11 under par, aiming to pick up where he left off 24 hours earlier, when he played the final five holes in five under par. BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK It did not turn out that way, as he bogeyed the first hole despite smashing a drive down the fairway - the only time he found the short stuff on a ragged front nine. But he made a 15-footer for birdie to get that shot back, and after a couple of gritty par saves he must have been shocked when he looked up at the scoreboard walking off the fifth green to see himself FIVE clear of the pack. Scottie Scheffler slammed for 'classless' gesture while putting green jacket on Rory McIlroy after Masters triumph Playing partner Alex Noren dropped two shots in the first four holes, and with Major champions Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau unable to get anything going over the opening stretch, it looked like developing into a procession. But Scheffler was missing everything to the left off the tee on the front nine. It caught up with him as he bogeyed the sixth and ninth holes, and failed to take advantage of seven and eight, two of the easiest holes on the course. Rahm opened with a run of seven pars, but the fact that he was actually gaining ground on the world No 1 seemed to ignite something. He birdied three of the next four holes, and at nine under par he was suddenly sharing the lead. The question now was whether the shaky Scheffler could regroup. The Texan is rightly renowned for his resilience, and he got his nose back in front with a much-needed birdie at the par-five tenth. And further birdies followed at 14 and 15. That shifted the pressure back onto Rahm, and it proved too much. His late stumble handed second place to journeyman J.T. Poston. But once again, Scheffler proved he is in a class of his own. This year's PGA Championship has an overall purse of $19million [£14.3m], a new record, while Scheffler will take home $3.42m [£2.5m].
The Hindu
18-05-2025
- Sport
- The Hindu
Royals' bowling has not been up to the mark: Dravid
Rajasthan Royals' batting crumbled under pressure while pursuing a target of 220 against Punjab Kings, stumbling in a run chase for the fifth time in IPL 2025, but head coach Rahul Dravid felt the bowlers shared the burden of the side's wretched run this season. 'It's been one of those seasons where we always feel that we probably gave 15-20 runs extra. If we look at the season, bowling has not been up to the mark. Neither in taking wickets nor in stopping runs. We've chased nearly 200 every game, even then we've managed to get close. 'Shimron Hetmyer at the back end, maybe missed out this season, which was a bit tough on us. But that can happen. He's done so well for us in that role in the past three seasons. That's the nature of the game. I don't really think we felt the need to tweak it [batting order] too much,' Dravid said. Kings' spin-bowling coach Sunil Joshi praised Harpreet Brar whose three scalps allowed the side to rein the opposition in despite conceding 89 runs while picking up a sole wicket in the PowerPlay. 'Brar has been consistent throughout the season. Last year also we saw how he bowled. Time and again, he's proven himself when he has had the opportunity. He was there to perform and got the wickets for us,' Joshi said. He also allayed any concerns around Shreyas Iyer suffering an injury after the PBKS captain was subbed out in the second innings. 'It was just a niggle when he was batting. That's it.'
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Rory McIlroy's newfound strength puts PGA Championship rivals on notice
First came the vulnerability over many years. Then the outpouring of emotion at the Masters – Rory McIlroy allowing us to witness one of the most intimate moments in sports for decades. Completing the grand slam and slipping on that green jacket banished the demons after so much heartache – that Augusta collapse; freezing at Royal Portrush before the Open had barely begun; stumbling over 18 holes on Sunday at St Andrews as Cam Smith snuck up on him; and then the torture of Pinehurst No. 2 last year. Now, though, with five career majors elevating himself back above Brooks Koepka as the definitive player of a generation, if there was any doubt beforehand, McIlroy is certainly emboldened ahead of this week's PGA Championship at Quail Hollow. And that is a dangerous quality for his rivals, too. The talk this week has mostly swirled around the Northern Irishman and an audacious calendar slam bid, sending fans into a frenzy. However, Scottie Scheffler remains the world No. 1 after romping to victory by eight shots at The CJ Cup Byron Nelson two weeks ago. There is an appetite from the fans for a generational rivalry, and if Scheffler's unassuming demeanour somewhat precludes him from forming golf's Ali vs Frazier or Federer vs Nadal, then Bryson DeChambeau might gleefully seize the spotlight, rejuvenated after this month's LIV Golf Korea victory and determined to contend once more here. DeChambeau was bullish after prevailing in the US Open against McIlroy at a raucous Pinehurst last year, mocking him for 'doing it to himself'. However, McIlroy could barely taste revenge at Augusta earlier this year, with the American melting long before Amen Corner. McIlroy teased DeChambeau for his indignant response to the lack of flowing conversation with his rival during that final round at the Masters. The response – what exactly did he expect? McIlroy, whose Thursday tee time for round one is 1.15pm BST alongside Scheffler and Xander Schauffele, has been in scintillating form over the last year and might well be the best player in the world, at least since the turn of the year. But a tied-seventh finish at the Truist Championship last week, won by Ryder Cup teammate Sepp Straka, was perhaps more revealing than his sensational best. 'Even my bad golf is still competitive,' McIlroy said. 'I'm in a good place, I didn't play that well and still finished seventh, a couple of tweaks at a place I love in Quail Hollow, I'm in a good place.' McIlroy has always been a compelling character, willing to divulge his candid views, even when it would better suit him to keep quiet. So it has been revealing how the Masters and, specifically, his work with sports psychologist Bob Rotella appear to have transformed him as a player and his outlook on the game. 'We didn't want to pay attention to what anyone else was scoring, or shooting, or swinging or how far they were hitting it – we just wanted Rory to play his game,' Rotella told Radio 4's Today show last month when discussing how McIlroy snapped a 10-year drought in the majors. 'The point is, if you believe you're going to win, just play your game and assume that if you do that anywhere near the way you're capable of, then you will end up number one.' More of that has rubbed off on McIlroy this week before a ball has been struck with genuine intent, and a playful question was posed to him in the preview press conference. Asked about the four elements of the game (driving, approach, putting and around the green), McIlroy was asked to pick a player to trade one part with his own. 'I wouldn't trade,' McIlroy rebuffed quickly with a shake of his hand. What if he was forced to? 'I'm not,' he maintained. A third attempt from the journalist at a fun discussion arrived, but no luck: 'I'm focused on my game.' A few uncomfortable chuckles from the media in attendance followed, but McIlroy remained steadfast on business this week. At a golf course stripped down by Justin Thomas to the goal of merely bombing one's driver as far and as straight as possible, no wonder McIlroy fancies a second major in quick succession — the Northern Irishman is first in strokes gained off the tee on the PGA Tour this season and third in driving distance (318.6 yards). With four career victories in this part of Charlotte, North Carolina, the stars might be aligning for a historic year, with a shot at redemption to come back at Royal Portrush too. And with each part of his game sturdy and for the first time in his career, McIlroy can revel in this newfound mindset to not only contend once again, but now thrive when the pressure rises.
