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1. A tub of O'Keeffe's hypoallergenic hand cream that will make dry, cracked wintry hands feel as if they were just treated to a 5-star manicure (without having to leave the house and brave the cold). Promising review: "Does this product need another 5-star review? Nope. But I had to. This is truly a miracle product!! I have the driest skin in the winter . To the point where I will look down at my hands to notice they are bleeding from all the various cracks. This product made a major difference after just one use! Here I am weeks later, and my hands have no cracks, look younger, and are no longer red. Can O'Keeffe's fix potholes too?!" — Ms. Chamomile Get it from Amazon for $8.07 . 2. An electric foot heater to give your feet the warm relief they crave that even the thickest, coziest socks can't even provide on the coldest of winter days. Promising review : "Super comfortable and cozy. I work from home, and this keeps my feet warm under my desk all day. The 'bag' itself is kind of big but it allows you to push your feet in all the way up to your ankles or even mid-calf. The control box is even easy to push with my toes :). It has a simple display with a small green light for low, yellow for medium, and red for high, so you can tell at a glance what level temperature you have selected. The pad heats up quickly and at a good temperature for all three levels — not too hot, not too cold. I also enjoy putting this on my lap and pushing my hands inside it as it warms up my hands and core. I recommended this to all my coworkers who now want to get one as well. It's been a great purchase." — BJ Hughes Get it from Amazon for $31.99+ (available in four colors). 3. A foot file if your biggest struggle each winter is annoying, uncomfortable cracked heels that snag on your bedding, socks, carpet, etc. Smoother feet are possible, and they're on their way. Promising review: "OMG, these should be standard issue for every human. I’ve bought them all — the cheap foot files and the expensive ones. None of them remotely compare to this one. I thought I was doomed to have coarse heels forever, but no more! With just one use, my heels are fabulous! The calluses this thing removed were absolutely disgusting, but I couldn’t be happier. You won’t be disappointed!" — JMart Get it from Amazon for $9.95 . 4. An acupressure anti-nausea wristband claiming to ward off motion sickness and nausea, minus the drowsiness side effect found in most nausea medications. These babies are gonna come in handy for any holiday family road trips or winter break vacations you may have coming up. Read more about acupressure and nausea at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center . Promising review: "THESE ARE A MUST BUY!!!! I was having horrible pregnancy nausea that lasted all day — I was hardly eating. These arrived and within minutes I felt instantly better and was able to eat a bit. I would recommend these to everyone! Lifesaving purchase!! " — Amazon Customer Get a pack of two from Amazon for $8.43 (available in four colors, and a version for kids ). 5. An adorable little space heater deserving of a spot on your desk this winter because it'll be pretty dang difficult to respond to all of those emails or have a report ready for your boss in time if your fingers are too cold to comfortably type. Promising review : "I bought this to use under my desk to keep my feet warm. It's perfect, and as you can see, it's little (about the size of a medium coffee), so it's not in the way of me hitting it with my feet. There's a safety button on the bottom, so the heater stops working when it's tipped over, picked up, or not on a level surface. I like that feature a lot, definitely recommend purchasing if you need a little heater at a decent price!" — Ta2dmom Get it from Amazon for $14.89+ (available in four colors). 6. A pair of blackout curtains to help block out light (and the early morning brightness that wakes you up when it's a winter wonderland outside your window), while also helping to prevent the heat you pay wayyyyy too much for each winter from getting out of the room. Also, you know those first few late spring/early summer weekends when you have to adjust to the sun rising earlier yet again, and you start to wonder why you ever wanted winter to end? Well, you'll be thankful these exist when that time of year comes around again. Promising review : "We have a bank of seven windows, which makes the area cool in the fall and winter. Such a great help in warming the area. Superb quality. Color is true to the picture. Extremely pleased with this purchase." — Jeanne Get them from Amazon for $17.95+ (available in various colors and sizes). 7. A pair of fleece-lined tights that'll make wearing a dress or skirt in the colder months something you actually...look forward to?! Groundbreaking! Promising review: "I do not know how I managed to live 39 years before discovering fleece-lined tights. I purchased a pair of black and navy to take home to Wisconsin for the holidays. They are incredible. The fleece is beyond soft, and it doesn't add any bulk to the tights (which I was concerned about). I was able to wear dresses in 20-degree weather without my legs turning into icicles, and they really helped keep my feet warm as well. I haven't washed them ye,t but I am confident that they will continue to wear beautifully." — Blondie, Esq. Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in several colors and packs of two). 8. And a pair of fleece-lined leggings you can bet you'll live in all season. Working from home? Wear these leggings. Going for a run? Wear these leggings. Being brave and going grocery shopping in negative wind chill? WEAR THESE LEGGINGS!! Promising review : "These are by far my favorite leggings that I own! I initially bought the unlined version about a year ago and decided to get these fleece-lined leggings to wear under dresses at work. They are thick enough to wear on their own without being see-through, and they are warm enough to wear as the weather gets cold. They are my go-to for running errands on the weekend and the material looks so nice. l wouldn't say that it's shiny, but the material looks more like a compression/athletic material than the thin, cottony leggings you get for cheap. Love, love, love them! I would absolutely buy again!" — Andrea Get them from Amazon for $34.99 (available in women's sizes XS–3XL, 34 colors, and with one or three pockets). 9. A set of door strips to help prevent warm air in your room from escaping in the winter (because you deserve for your little haven to be niiiice and toasty). On top of that, they also help to keep sounds outside your door at a lower level because noisy family members and pets disrupting your holiday weekend slumber is soooo not the vibe. Promising review: "Just received and installed. Quick and easy to install. One roll split in two covers one standard doorway. It works great at keeping the cold draft out. Stopped it completely. I’ll be using the other roll to fill gaps around a couple of window AC units. I would recommend this to friends and family." — Amazon Customer Get a two-pack of 33-foot-long rolls from Amazon for $7.97+ (available in four colors and two sizes). 10. A pair of fuzzy cross-band slippers you'll never wanna take off, and we can't say we blame you. Just look at how comfy these babies look. Promising review: "I’m 100% not gonna lie but I saw these on TikTok and was interested...needed new house slippers so I ordered. OMG! YES. YAAAAS. I recommend. So soft. So plush. I ordered them in black and a half size up based on other reviews...I just enjoy how they feel on my toes. 🖤🖤 buy! Do it now! Even if TikTok told you to!" — ashdav Get them from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in women's sizes 5–10 and 16 colors). 11. An ultra-hydrating lip balm rich in antioxidants, vitamin E, and green tea that your dry-as-heck lips are gonna be so very thankful for. Not to mention, it will be great to have on hand as fall and winter bring about even MORE dry weather. Promising review: "My lips usually crack and bleed in the winter no matter what I put on them. This is literally the first winter ever that my lips are perfect. This is the best product I've ever used! It's nice and soft, not greasy. I've bought it for several coworkers who also suffer like I do. I hope they never stop making this!" — Mel Belle Get it from Amazon for $10 (available in six flavors and packs of three). 12. A portable electric hand warmer your hands would thank you for if they could speak. Promising review: "This hand warmer is amazing! My hands are constantly cold, and I've tried all sorts of products to help keep them warm, but nothing has worked until now. I charge the hand warmer every night with a standard USB charger, and the next day, I have hours of warmth. The three temperature settings are very helpful — I use the highest setting when I'm outdoors for long periods of time and the lower settings when I'm indoors (e.g., sitting at my desk or in a cold movie theater). I've already given hand warmers as gifts to several cold-handed friends and family members, and they love them as well. I hope Ocoopa comes out with a foot warmer next!" — RK Get it from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in a variety of colors/styles and two-packs). 13. A fluffy comforter that'll pretty much transform your bedroom into the coziest, most luxurious suite at a 5-star hotel. Literally, all you have to do is put it on top of your bed. You're welcome. Promising review: "This comforter is awesome. The quality is great, especially for the price! It is warm, so I probably wouldn't use it in the summer months, but definitely perfect for fall and winter. It is so comfortable, cozy, and warm, yet breathable and lightweight at the same time . Perfect duvet insert." — Meghan O'Keefe Get a queen-size from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in six colors and eight sizes). 14. And this faux-fur duvet cover to upgrade your new comforter. Or pair it with a duvet you already own to make your bed a place you'll wanna hibernate in all winter long. One side is faux fur, and the other side is plush velvet; the twin set comes with one pom-pom-fringed pillow sham, and the other set sizes include two. Promising review: "If my house caught on fire, this is the first thing I’d grab. But seriously, this is one of my favorite things in my whole house. I feel like it tied my entire room together. I get so many compliments on it, and it's seriously so cozy and well-made. My only complaint would be how hard this thing makes it to get out of bed in the mornings. It’s incredibly soft and isn’t the type of 'fur' that will mat and get gross-looking over time. I rely heavily on reviews when I buy things, so I’m here to tell you — if you’re on the fence about buying this...do it!! Also, the pillowcases are amazing. Super soft, and the pom-pom fringe is adorable." — Sk Get it from Amazon for $51.99+ (available in sizes Twin–King and 34 colors). 15. A windshield cover because leaving the house in the winter is bad enough, but add having to scrape snow and ice off your car into the mix? Crying just thinking about it. Plus, it's heat-resistant, so whenever summer eventually comes back around, you'll be able to get into your car without your leather seats burning your skin. Promising review: "This is the best thing I could have ever bought! I bought one for myself, my mom, and my sister. New England just got slammed with a Nor'easter, and let me tell you...this thing works! It only took about five minutes to put on my car and like five seconds to get it off this morning. No snow or ice anywhere on the wiper well or windshield. I highly recommend this!" — Shelley Get it from Amazon for $26.95 . 16. An Amazon-famous thickened down jacket you'll be extra grateful for whenever you have to leave your warm home and step outside into cold temps. This coat features large pockets, a fleece-lined hood, and comes in an awesome array of colors. Let's face it, cold weather szn is awful. BUT this jacket does make it a teensy bit better. I finally bought one for myself last year and I'm so glad I did. It's THICC!!! So warm, so cozy, and those pockets? Talented, brilliant, incredible, amazing, show stopping, spectacular, never the same, totally unique. Be sure to read our Orolay down jacket review ! FYI, this is included in Prime Try Before You Buy so you can test it out before committing if you’re a Prime member! Promising review: "Let me start by saying, my husband says that I am obsessed with coats. Out of probably 20 winter coats, this is now my absolute favorite! I can't even begin to tell you how much I love this coat; I love everything about it! The quality is outstanding! I have had every expensive brand-name winter coat, but have never ever had one that has kept me this warm! I'm not even looking forward to the warmer months because I don't want to put this coat away!! Every time I wear it, I get at least one, 'I love your coat!'" — Suzi Linthorst Get it from Amazon for $129.99+ (available in women's sizes XXS–5X and 13 colors) 17. And if a long coat isn't your thing, this cropped puffer jacket is another excellent option. It's bound to make all of your coats SOOOO JELLY because it's all you're gonna want to wear when It arrives on your doorstep. Promising review: "Super cute and keeps you warm. I only got to wear it a few times before my sister stole it from me. She wore it basically every day for two winters, and it’s still in good condition. It’s definitely puffy, but that’s the style, so it’s to be expected." — Adri Get it from Amazon for $49.98+ (available in women's sizes XS–L and eight colors). 18. A suede brush cleaner that'll save you from having to spend your money on bringing your salt-ruined suede shoes to get repaired, or worse...REPLACED. Good for cleaning boots, shoes, coats, jackets, furniture, dance shoes, and sneakers and is compatible with sprays, foams, erasers, and cleaning kits. Promising review: "I got this product recently to clean multiple pairs of suede boots I have. All the salt and snow of winter did quite a job of making my boots look dirty and unkempt. This brush is easy to use and has multiple styles of brushes to clean the various parts of the boot. I cleaned three pairs of boots and they look like new. I would recommend this item." — Celeste Get it from Amazon for $6.99 (available in four styles). 19. A portable paw cleaner to prevent your little mush from tracking dirty snow, mud, and other yuckiness into the house or car. Promising review: " I’ve been using this for a few weeks, and I love it. It cleans the salt off my dogs’ paws so easily. When it’s super dirty, and the streets are covered in salt, I’ll refresh the water supply. I add a few drops of doggie shampoo, and it works great. This product is not a replacement for a bath. I have four dogs in NYC. I have to wash their feet after every walk because the streets are so filthy. It would take me about 10–15 minutes to clean their paws with a spray bottle and towel. Now it takes about 5 minutes. And the towel doesn’t end up filthy. The dirt gets caught in the cup. Plus, the dogs seem to like it. The silicone bristles must feel good. A huge thumbs-up!" — Sandra Get it from Amazon for $14.40+ (available in three sizes and eight colors). 20. A reviewer-loved knit beanie for keeping your head warm and toasty allllll season long. Plus, it comes in tons of cute colors! Promising review: "Saw this hat on TikTok and decided to place my order! It can get very cold where I live, especially during morning time when I’m walking my dog. I need to keep my ears warm! The material is so soft, and there are many color options." — MHF Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in 17 colors). 21. A jetted bathtub cleaner — fill up your luxurious bath, add a quarter of the bottle, and watch it work its magic by removing gross residue from inside your tub's jets. It only takes about 15 minutes to clean and when you're done, you can look forward to taking so many cozy baths this winter. Oh Yuk is a family-owned small biz based in Minnesota that sells home cleaning products Promising review: "They don't call this 'Oh Yuk' for no reason. I previously used Jacuzzi's two-part system, and this worked sooo much better. I was totally embarrassed not to mention grossed out at how much funk came out. It was NASTY! It definitely cleans your tub. You will probably have to clean the sides of your tub after it's finished because of how much stuff might come out. I swear I clean my tub on a regular basis, but I was amazed at how much better this worked. Highly recommend!" — Erica Get it from Amazon for $18.73 . 22. And now that you have a clean tub, you should treat yourself to this bath pillow ASAP so all of your baths are as comfy as can be. Bath Haven is a small biz! Promising review: "Absolutely love this!!! Five stars all the way! I love soaking in baths but always had to use two or more towels every time to cushion my tailbone/neck from crunching against the hard tub. With this bath bed, though, I relax in delightful comfort the entire time and no longer have any pressure on my tailbone or head against the hard surface. Feels like I’m laying on a cloud." — Ashley Get it from Amazon for $37.99 . 23. A unique and scrumptious hot chocolate bomb that's so pretty, you may never want to take it out of the package, but they're so yummy and will make your taste buds so very happy, so please do. Big Bear Chocolates is a small biz based in Spokane, Washington, that sells gourmet caramel apples and fresh fudge. Promising review: After missing the hot chocolate bomb trend last year, I decided that I had to have some this year. It arrived quickly and in perfect condition, and was the perfect size for my mug! It was also one of the best cups of cocoa I've had in a long time, and I'm already thinking of getting more." — Ishita Bose Get it from Big Bear Chocolates on Etsy for $6.20+ (available in 11 flavors). 24. The Comfy — a sweatshirt/blanket combo that might just be one of the coziest things ever invented. It'll allow you to do important things like change the channel or play video games and stay toasty at the same time! I originally bought this for my mom who always gets cold at night when she's watching TV and she loves it, but it may or may not have ended up in my room one night, and now belongs to me — oops. I LOVE this thing. It truly is so warm and so perfect for cold winter nights when I wanna reach that level of toasty warm my sweatshirts alone cannot accomplish. Plus, you can do things while wearing it! I mean, how else am I gonna keep the entire length of my arms warm while trying to play The Sims ? Get it from Amazon for $49.99 (available in 32 styles and o/s). 25. A lightweight jacket equipped with a battery pack to heat it because sweating the second you put on a bulky winter coat is undeniably one of the worst parts of winter. Promising review: "I was honestly kind of skeptical about this at first because it took a bit of time to heat up all the way, but once it did I was absolutely in love. It gets so warm and is absolutely perfect. It’s very very well made and luxurious feeling. 10/10." — Ezra Adair Get it from Amazon in two styles: $159.99 (available in six colors and women's sizes XS–3XL) and $159.99 (available in three colors and men's sizes S–3XL). 26. HelloFresh — a service that will save you snowy trips to the grocery store and send you pre-portioned ingredients and simple instructions so you can quickly cook up fun and innovative meals. Bye, grocery store, see you when it gets warmer outside.* *Just kidding, because you're gonna love having ingredients sent right to your doorstep so much, you're never gonna wanna leave the house again! My colleague Maitland Quitmeyer is a HelloFresh subscriber and swears by it! Here's what she has to say: "For me, there are three great reasons to try a meal kit like HelloFresh right now: 1. to reduce trips to the grocery store without having to forgo fresh produce, 2. to get out of the same-dinner ruts, especially when we're cooking at home more than ever, and 3. to learn new cooking skills in a basically foolproof setting. Here's how it works: You can select from the four preferences: meat and veggie, veggies, low-calorie, and family-friendly. Recipes come portioned to two or four people (but I find the portions to be generous), and you can get either three or four recipes per week (for the two-person plan) or two or three recipes a week (for the four-person plan). And, of course, you can skip weeks, upgrade to ~premium~ recipes (think surf and turf) for an additional fee, or change the number of meals at any time. When your box arrives, you get everything you need to make the recipe, chilled to perfection and portioned accordingly (you just need to provide pantry staples like butter, oil, salt, and pepper). And the instructions? Totally foolproof. My fave recipe so far exemplifies how helpful HelloFresh is for trying out new recipes and techniques — say hello to my little friend, tempura shrimp. I have thought about making at-home tempura for like...years, but it seemed like a lot of work, and I'd burn myself on the hot hot oil. But this recipe took all the scariness out of it — turns out I *didn't* need a whole pot of oil to fry these bbs up, a shallow fry worked PERFECTLY. And when I feel done with HelloFresh, when we're no longer social distancing from the grocery store and I feel like I've learned enough, I will 10000000000% make this again on my own. And I've been thinking about the sauce (an easy mix of mayo, Sriracha, and apricot jam) ever since, and will put it on just every single thing from here on out — including just a spoon. And the portions are IMO, very generous — I could not eat what they'd consider one portion in a single night, and the leftovers always reheated just as deliciously as they were the first night. And the best part = you can access their database of over 2,500 recipes even when you're not a subscriber, so you can just use it as a cookbook when you're done subscribing." Subscribe to HelloFresh starting at $9.99/serving . 27. A towel warmer you can use to heat up more than just towels — robes, throw blankets, pajamas, sheets, pillowcases, etc. This is gonna be your new favorite toy this season. Promising review: "Absolutely my favorite thing purchased from Amazon. You will never be able to take a shower without this once you have it. Just like right-out-of-the-dryer towels!" — Erin Get it from Amazon for $169.99 . 28. A thermal set great for layering underneath outfits so you can rock trendy looks and stay warm at the same time! This is also great if you have any outdoor winter activities planned like skiing, skating, or snowboarding. You may also just wanna wear it around the house as comfy loungewear! Many reviewers say this set tends to run a little big, especially the shirt, so if you're buying this with the intention of layering underneath clothing, you may want to keep that in mind and size down! Promising review: "Purchased these to wear under my ski gear. They were better than expected. The material is buttery and not scratchy. Super comfortable and warm. They do run large. I would suggest sizing down. The shirt is a little big, but works for me!" — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $22.49+ (available in women's sizes 2XS—3XL, 15 colors, and in crewneck, scoop neck, and V-neck). 29. A Book of the Month subscription so you can enjoy a juicy read whilst snuggled up at home minus the trip to the book store or the guess work of picking from an overwhelming selection of books. I joined Book of the Month three years ago because I wanted to read People We Meet on Vacation and my local library had a waitlist. I thought I'd sign up for one month and cancel my subscription right after, but I am here to say that was not the case. I'm obsessed with my BOTM subscription and can't recommend it enough. At the start of each month, they add five to seven new books to the app. These books span all sorts of genres, include reads from new authors and returning favorites, and some even have a theme (aka: spooky reads for October, holiday reads in December). You can choose up to three books per month. All three of your selections can be from that month's book picks or you can pick a book or two from that month's selections and choose add-on books — I did this in the beginning when I was working on creating my own little ~home library bookshelf~. If you don't like any of their monthly selections that is A-OK! Simply skip that month and a credit will be applied towards future months. It's such a fun thing to treat myself to each month and makes for a perfect gift (both to yourself and to loved ones). Happy reading! Sign up for Book of the Month for $17.99/month ! 30. Or a Kindle Paperwhite that'll basically serve as your own little at-home library. Thanks to this baby, you'll be able to purchase or rent virtually all the books on your TBR without having to leave the house! Plus, the glare-free display makes reading in brighter conditions a squint-free experience, while night mode allows you to unwind before bed sans brightness. AND!!! This lovely device is ALSO waterproof! I did it. I caved on October Prime Day and bought myself this older model of the Kindle Paperwhite, and boy, am I glad I did. For starters, I always thought of myself as someone who preferred physical books over e-books. There's just something SO exciting to me about unboxing a book order or walking into a bookstore and spending way too much money. I even spent two years creating a rainbow library on my bookshelf in my apartment. BUT! After taking two vacations this year and realizing how annoying it is to pack physical books and move somewhere that requires a long train ride to get to the city (aka increased boredom), I decided to just get myself a Kindle. For starters, I'm reading more on this Kindle in the past month than I have all year. It is incredibly lightweight (it fits into my small little BELT BAG WITH ROOM TO SPARE!!!), easy to use, and not to mention a really great investment! I have three free months of Kindle Unlimited , which means access to tons of great books for free, but the best is Libby! I just go on the Libby app from my phone, choose a Kindle book to check out through my local library, and boom, it's instantly delivered to my Amazon account to add to my Kindle library. It's safe to say I'm obsessed. Get it from Amazon for $129.99+ (available in three colors and with or without ads). Reviews in this post have been edited for length and clarity.
Michigan, Ohio State fight broken up with police pepper spray after Wolverines stun Buckeyes 13-10 COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — A fight broke out at midfield after Michigan stunned No. 2 Ohio State 13-10 as Wolverines players attempted to plant their flag and were met by Buckeyes who confronted them. Police had to use pepper spray to break up the players, who threw punches and shoves in the melee that overshadowed the rivalry game on Saturday. Ohio State police said in a statement “multiple officers representing Ohio and Michigan deployed pepper spray.” Ohio State police will investigate the fight. Ohio State coach Ryan Day said he understood the actions of his players. Michigan coach Sherrone Moore said everybody needs to do better. Sellers' 20-yard TD run with 1:08 to go lifts No. 16 South Carolina to 17-14 win over No. 12 Clemson CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — LaNorris Sellers' 20-yard TD run with 1:08 to play lifted No. 16 South Carolina to a 17-14 victory over No. 12 Clemson. The Gamecocks won their sixth straight game, including four over ranked opponents, and may have played themselves into the College Football Playoff's 12-team field. They wouldn't have done it without Sellers, who spun away from a defender in the backfield, broke through the line and cut left on his way to the winning score. Sellers rushed for 166 yards and threw for 164 in South Carolina's second straight win at Clemson. Gus Malzahn is leaving UCF to become Florida State's offensive coordinator, AP source says Gus Malzahn is resigning as Central Florida’s head coach to become Florida State’s offensive coordinator. That's according to a person familiar with the hire who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Saturday because the Seminoles have not confirmed Malzahn’s move, which is pending a background check. The Knights made official that Malzahn is leaving in a statement released a day after UCF concluded its season with a 28-14 loss to Utah. Malzahn finished with a 28-24 mark in four years at UCF, the last two ending with losing records. He coached at Auburn for eight seasons before being fired in 2020. Mikaela Shiffrin suffers abrasion on hip during crash on final run of World Cup giant slalom KILLINGTON, Vt. (AP) — American skier Mikaela Shiffrin says she suffered an abrasion on her left hip when crashing during her second run of a World Cup giant slalom race. Shiffrin was going for her 100th World Cup win when she crashed, did a flip and slid into the protective fencing. The 29-year-old was taken off the hill on a sled and waved to the cheering crowd before going to a clinic for evaluation. She said later in a video posted on social media that there wasn't “too much cause for concern at this point.” She plans to skip the slalom race Sunday, writing on Instagram she will be “cheering from the sideline.” Andrew Luck returns to Stanford as the GM of the football program STANFORD, Calif. (AP) — Andrew Luck is returning to Stanford in hopes of turning around a struggling football program that he once helped become a national power. Athletic director Bernard Muir announced that Luck has been hired as the general manager of the Stanford football team and tasked with overseeing all aspects of the program that just finished its fourth straight 3-9 season. Luck will work with coach Troy Taylor on recruiting and roster management, and with athletic department and university leadership on fundraising, alumni relations, sponsorships, student-athlete support and stadium experience. Luck has kept a low profile since his surprise retirement from the NFL at age 29 in 2019. Saka stars in Arsenal rout at West Ham as Van Nistelrooy watches new team Leicester lose Arsenal was inspired by Bukayo Saka in scoring five goals in a wild first half before settling for a 5-2 win over West Ham that lifted the team into second place in the Premier League. Arsenal is attempting to chase down Liverpool and is now six points behind the leader. Saka was one of five different scorers for Arsenal at the Olympic Stadium and also had a hand in three goals, by Gabriel, Leandro Trossard and Martin Odegaard. Ruud van Nistelrooy witnessed at first hand the scale of his task to keep Leicester in the league. Leicester was beaten at Brentford 4-1 in front of Van Nistelrooy, who watched from the stands after being hired on Friday. Michigan upsets No. 2 Ohio State 13-10 for Wolverines' 4th straight win over bitter rival COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Dominic Zvada kicked a 21-yard field goal with 45 seconds left and Michigan stunned No. 2 Ohio State 13-10, likely ending the Buckeyes’ hopes of returning to the Big Ten title game next week. Late in the game, Kalel Mullings broke away for a 27-yard run, setting up the Wolverines at Ohio State’s 17-yard line with two minutes remaining. The drive stalled at the 3, and Zvada came on for the chip shot. Ohio State got the ball back but couldn’t move it, with Will Howard throwing incomplete on fourth down to seal the Wolverines’ fourth straight win over their bitter rival. US and England women draw 0-0 in Emma Hayes' homecoming LONDON (AP) — Emma Hayes witnessed a dominant display from her players at a packed Wembley stadium, but the U.S. coach could not taste victory on her return to England. Hayes, who led the U.S. women team to the Olympic gold medal this summer after winning 14 major trophies at Chelsea, came back to her home country on Saturday for a friendly against England. The U.S had the best chances but the game ended in a goalless draw. Jared Porter acknowledges he sent inappropriate text message to reporter, leading Mets to fire him Jared Porter acknowledged he sent an inappropriate text message to a reporter while he was a Chicago Cubs executive in 2016, which led to the New York Mets firing him as general manager in 2021 after just 38 days. Porter made his first public comments on his firing during an episode of the “Baseball Isn’t Boring” podcast released Friday. Porter was hired by the Mets on Dec. 13, 2020, and fired on Jan. 19, 2021, about nine hours after an ESPN report detailing that he sent sexually explicit, uninvited text messages and images to a female reporter. Norris defies orders to help Piastri and Verstappen loses the Qatar pole to Russell LUSAIL, Qatar (AP) — Lando Norris ignored team orders as he handed his McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri the win the sprint race at the Qatar Grand Prix in a one-two finish for the team. Norris started on pole position and kept the lead at the start as Piastri squeezed past the Mercedes of George Russell for second. Norris gave the lead to Piastri with the finish line in sight, paying back Piastri for gifting him a win in a sprint race in Brazil when Norris was still fighting Max Verstappen for the drivers’ title. Champion Max Verstappen was fastest in qualifying but was penalized, elevating Russell to first on the grid.1. A tub of O'Keeffe's hypoallergenic hand cream that will make dry, cracked wintry hands feel as if they were just treated to a 5-star manicure (without having to leave the house and brave the cold). Promising review: "Does this product need another 5-star review? Nope. But I had to. This is truly a miracle product!! I have the driest skin in the winter . To the point where I will look down at my hands to notice they are bleeding from all the various cracks. This product made a major difference after just one use! Here I am weeks later, and my hands have no cracks, look younger, and are no longer red. Can O'Keeffe's fix potholes too?!" — Ms. Chamomile Get it from Amazon for $8.07 . 2. An electric foot heater to give your feet the warm relief they crave that even the thickest, coziest socks can't even provide on the coldest of winter days. Promising review : "Super comfortable and cozy. I work from home, and this keeps my feet warm under my desk all day. The 'bag' itself is kind of big but it allows you to push your feet in all the way up to your ankles or even mid-calf. The control box is even easy to push with my toes :). It has a simple display with a small green light for low, yellow for medium, and red for high, so you can tell at a glance what level temperature you have selected. The pad heats up quickly and at a good temperature for all three levels — not too hot, not too cold. I also enjoy putting this on my lap and pushing my hands inside it as it warms up my hands and core. I recommended this to all my coworkers who now want to get one as well. It's been a great purchase." — BJ Hughes Get it from Amazon for $31.99+ (available in four colors). 3. A foot file if your biggest struggle each winter is annoying, uncomfortable cracked heels that snag on your bedding, socks, carpet, etc. Smoother feet are possible, and they're on their way. Promising review: "OMG, these should be standard issue for every human. I’ve bought them all — the cheap foot files and the expensive ones. None of them remotely compare to this one. I thought I was doomed to have coarse heels forever, but no more! With just one use, my heels are fabulous! The calluses this thing removed were absolutely disgusting, but I couldn’t be happier. You won’t be disappointed!" — JMart Get it from Amazon for $9.95 . 4. An acupressure anti-nausea wristband claiming to ward off motion sickness and nausea, minus the drowsiness side effect found in most nausea medications. These babies are gonna come in handy for any holiday family road trips or winter break vacations you may have coming up. Read more about acupressure and nausea at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center . Promising review: "THESE ARE A MUST BUY!!!! I was having horrible pregnancy nausea that lasted all day — I was hardly eating. These arrived and within minutes I felt instantly better and was able to eat a bit. I would recommend these to everyone! Lifesaving purchase!! " — Amazon Customer Get a pack of two from Amazon for $8.43 (available in four colors, and a version for kids ). 5. An adorable little space heater deserving of a spot on your desk this winter because it'll be pretty dang difficult to respond to all of those emails or have a report ready for your boss in time if your fingers are too cold to comfortably type. Promising review : "I bought this to use under my desk to keep my feet warm. It's perfect, and as you can see, it's little (about the size of a medium coffee), so it's not in the way of me hitting it with my feet. There's a safety button on the bottom, so the heater stops working when it's tipped over, picked up, or not on a level surface. I like that feature a lot, definitely recommend purchasing if you need a little heater at a decent price!" — Ta2dmom Get it from Amazon for $14.89+ (available in four colors). 6. A pair of blackout curtains to help block out light (and the early morning brightness that wakes you up when it's a winter wonderland outside your window), while also helping to prevent the heat you pay wayyyyy too much for each winter from getting out of the room. Also, you know those first few late spring/early summer weekends when you have to adjust to the sun rising earlier yet again, and you start to wonder why you ever wanted winter to end? Well, you'll be thankful these exist when that time of year comes around again. Promising review : "We have a bank of seven windows, which makes the area cool in the fall and winter. Such a great help in warming the area. Superb quality. Color is true to the picture. Extremely pleased with this purchase." — Jeanne Get them from Amazon for $17.95+ (available in various colors and sizes). 7. A pair of fleece-lined tights that'll make wearing a dress or skirt in the colder months something you actually...look forward to?! Groundbreaking! Promising review: "I do not know how I managed to live 39 years before discovering fleece-lined tights. I purchased a pair of black and navy to take home to Wisconsin for the holidays. They are incredible. The fleece is beyond soft, and it doesn't add any bulk to the tights (which I was concerned about). I was able to wear dresses in 20-degree weather without my legs turning into icicles, and they really helped keep my feet warm as well. I haven't washed them ye,t but I am confident that they will continue to wear beautifully." — Blondie, Esq. Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in several colors and packs of two). 8. And a pair of fleece-lined leggings you can bet you'll live in all season. Working from home? Wear these leggings. Going for a run? Wear these leggings. Being brave and going grocery shopping in negative wind chill? WEAR THESE LEGGINGS!! Promising review : "These are by far my favorite leggings that I own! I initially bought the unlined version about a year ago and decided to get these fleece-lined leggings to wear under dresses at work. They are thick enough to wear on their own without being see-through, and they are warm enough to wear as the weather gets cold. They are my go-to for running errands on the weekend and the material looks so nice. l wouldn't say that it's shiny, but the material looks more like a compression/athletic material than the thin, cottony leggings you get for cheap. Love, love, love them! I would absolutely buy again!" — Andrea Get them from Amazon for $34.99 (available in women's sizes XS–3XL, 34 colors, and with one or three pockets). 9. A set of door strips to help prevent warm air in your room from escaping in the winter (because you deserve for your little haven to be niiiice and toasty). On top of that, they also help to keep sounds outside your door at a lower level because noisy family members and pets disrupting your holiday weekend slumber is soooo not the vibe. Promising review: "Just received and installed. Quick and easy to install. One roll split in two covers one standard doorway. It works great at keeping the cold draft out. Stopped it completely. I’ll be using the other roll to fill gaps around a couple of window AC units. I would recommend this to friends and family." — Amazon Customer Get a two-pack of 33-foot-long rolls from Amazon for $7.97+ (available in four colors and two sizes). 10. A pair of fuzzy cross-band slippers you'll never wanna take off, and we can't say we blame you. Just look at how comfy these babies look. Promising review: "I’m 100% not gonna lie but I saw these on TikTok and was interested...needed new house slippers so I ordered. OMG! YES. YAAAAS. I recommend. So soft. So plush. I ordered them in black and a half size up based on other reviews...I just enjoy how they feel on my toes. 🖤🖤 buy! Do it now! Even if TikTok told you to!" — ashdav Get them from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in women's sizes 5–10 and 16 colors). 11. An ultra-hydrating lip balm rich in antioxidants, vitamin E, and green tea that your dry-as-heck lips are gonna be so very thankful for. Not to mention, it will be great to have on hand as fall and winter bring about even MORE dry weather. Promising review: "My lips usually crack and bleed in the winter no matter what I put on them. This is literally the first winter ever that my lips are perfect. This is the best product I've ever used! It's nice and soft, not greasy. I've bought it for several coworkers who also suffer like I do. I hope they never stop making this!" — Mel Belle Get it from Amazon for $10 (available in six flavors and packs of three). 12. A portable electric hand warmer your hands would thank you for if they could speak. Promising review: "This hand warmer is amazing! My hands are constantly cold, and I've tried all sorts of products to help keep them warm, but nothing has worked until now. I charge the hand warmer every night with a standard USB charger, and the next day, I have hours of warmth. The three temperature settings are very helpful — I use the highest setting when I'm outdoors for long periods of time and the lower settings when I'm indoors (e.g., sitting at my desk or in a cold movie theater). I've already given hand warmers as gifts to several cold-handed friends and family members, and they love them as well. I hope Ocoopa comes out with a foot warmer next!" — RK Get it from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in a variety of colors/styles and two-packs). 13. A fluffy comforter that'll pretty much transform your bedroom into the coziest, most luxurious suite at a 5-star hotel. Literally, all you have to do is put it on top of your bed. You're welcome. Promising review: "This comforter is awesome. The quality is great, especially for the price! It is warm, so I probably wouldn't use it in the summer months, but definitely perfect for fall and winter. It is so comfortable, cozy, and warm, yet breathable and lightweight at the same time . Perfect duvet insert." — Meghan O'Keefe Get a queen-size from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in six colors and eight sizes). 14. And this faux-fur duvet cover to upgrade your new comforter. Or pair it with a duvet you already own to make your bed a place you'll wanna hibernate in all winter long. One side is faux fur, and the other side is plush velvet; the twin set comes with one pom-pom-fringed pillow sham, and the other set sizes include two. Promising review: "If my house caught on fire, this is the first thing I’d grab. But seriously, this is one of my favorite things in my whole house. I feel like it tied my entire room together. I get so many compliments on it, and it's seriously so cozy and well-made. My only complaint would be how hard this thing makes it to get out of bed in the mornings. It’s incredibly soft and isn’t the type of 'fur' that will mat and get gross-looking over time. I rely heavily on reviews when I buy things, so I’m here to tell you — if you’re on the fence about buying this...do it!! Also, the pillowcases are amazing. Super soft, and the pom-pom fringe is adorable." — Sk Get it from Amazon for $51.99+ (available in sizes Twin–King and 34 colors). 15. A windshield cover because leaving the house in the winter is bad enough, but add having to scrape snow and ice off your car into the mix? Crying just thinking about it. Plus, it's heat-resistant, so whenever summer eventually comes back around, you'll be able to get into your car without your leather seats burning your skin. Promising review: "This is the best thing I could have ever bought! I bought one for myself, my mom, and my sister. New England just got slammed with a Nor'easter, and let me tell you...this thing works! It only took about five minutes to put on my car and like five seconds to get it off this morning. No snow or ice anywhere on the wiper well or windshield. I highly recommend this!" — Shelley Get it from Amazon for $26.95 . 16. An Amazon-famous thickened down jacket you'll be extra grateful for whenever you have to leave your warm home and step outside into cold temps. This coat features large pockets, a fleece-lined hood, and comes in an awesome array of colors. Let's face it, cold weather szn is awful. BUT this jacket does make it a teensy bit better. I finally bought one for myself last year and I'm so glad I did. It's THICC!!! So warm, so cozy, and those pockets? Talented, brilliant, incredible, amazing, show stopping, spectacular, never the same, totally unique. Be sure to read our Orolay down jacket review ! FYI, this is included in Prime Try Before You Buy so you can test it out before committing if you’re a Prime member! Promising review: "Let me start by saying, my husband says that I am obsessed with coats. Out of probably 20 winter coats, this is now my absolute favorite! I can't even begin to tell you how much I love this coat; I love everything about it! The quality is outstanding! I have had every expensive brand-name winter coat, but have never ever had one that has kept me this warm! I'm not even looking forward to the warmer months because I don't want to put this coat away!! Every time I wear it, I get at least one, 'I love your coat!'" — Suzi Linthorst Get it from Amazon for $129.99+ (available in women's sizes XXS–5X and 13 colors) 17. And if a long coat isn't your thing, this cropped puffer jacket is another excellent option. It's bound to make all of your coats SOOOO JELLY because it's all you're gonna want to wear when It arrives on your doorstep. Promising review: "Super cute and keeps you warm. I only got to wear it a few times before my sister stole it from me. She wore it basically every day for two winters, and it’s still in good condition. It’s definitely puffy, but that’s the style, so it’s to be expected." — Adri Get it from Amazon for $49.98+ (available in women's sizes XS–L and eight colors). 18. A suede brush cleaner that'll save you from having to spend your money on bringing your salt-ruined suede shoes to get repaired, or worse...REPLACED. Good for cleaning boots, shoes, coats, jackets, furniture, dance shoes, and sneakers and is compatible with sprays, foams, erasers, and cleaning kits. Promising review: "I got this product recently to clean multiple pairs of suede boots I have. All the salt and snow of winter did quite a job of making my boots look dirty and unkempt. This brush is easy to use and has multiple styles of brushes to clean the various parts of the boot. I cleaned three pairs of boots and they look like new. I would recommend this item." — Celeste Get it from Amazon for $6.99 (available in four styles). 19. A portable paw cleaner to prevent your little mush from tracking dirty snow, mud, and other yuckiness into the house or car. Promising review: " I’ve been using this for a few weeks, and I love it. It cleans the salt off my dogs’ paws so easily. When it’s super dirty, and the streets are covered in salt, I’ll refresh the water supply. I add a few drops of doggie shampoo, and it works great. This product is not a replacement for a bath. I have four dogs in NYC. I have to wash their feet after every walk because the streets are so filthy. It would take me about 10–15 minutes to clean their paws with a spray bottle and towel. Now it takes about 5 minutes. And the towel doesn’t end up filthy. The dirt gets caught in the cup. Plus, the dogs seem to like it. The silicone bristles must feel good. A huge thumbs-up!" — Sandra Get it from Amazon for $14.40+ (available in three sizes and eight colors). 20. A reviewer-loved knit beanie for keeping your head warm and toasty allllll season long. Plus, it comes in tons of cute colors! Promising review: "Saw this hat on TikTok and decided to place my order! It can get very cold where I live, especially during morning time when I’m walking my dog. I need to keep my ears warm! The material is so soft, and there are many color options." — MHF Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in 17 colors). 21. A jetted bathtub cleaner — fill up your luxurious bath, add a quarter of the bottle, and watch it work its magic by removing gross residue from inside your tub's jets. It only takes about 15 minutes to clean and when you're done, you can look forward to taking so many cozy baths this winter. Oh Yuk is a family-owned small biz based in Minnesota that sells home cleaning products Promising review: "They don't call this 'Oh Yuk' for no reason. I previously used Jacuzzi's two-part system, and this worked sooo much better. I was totally embarrassed not to mention grossed out at how much funk came out. It was NASTY! It definitely cleans your tub. You will probably have to clean the sides of your tub after it's finished because of how much stuff might come out. I swear I clean my tub on a regular basis, but I was amazed at how much better this worked. Highly recommend!" — Erica Get it from Amazon for $18.73 . 22. And now that you have a clean tub, you should treat yourself to this bath pillow ASAP so all of your baths are as comfy as can be. Bath Haven is a small biz! Promising review: "Absolutely love this!!! Five stars all the way! I love soaking in baths but always had to use two or more towels every time to cushion my tailbone/neck from crunching against the hard tub. With this bath bed, though, I relax in delightful comfort the entire time and no longer have any pressure on my tailbone or head against the hard surface. Feels like I’m laying on a cloud." — Ashley Get it from Amazon for $37.99 . 23. A unique and scrumptious hot chocolate bomb that's so pretty, you may never want to take it out of the package, but they're so yummy and will make your taste buds so very happy, so please do. Big Bear Chocolates is a small biz based in Spokane, Washington, that sells gourmet caramel apples and fresh fudge. Promising review: After missing the hot chocolate bomb trend last year, I decided that I had to have some this year. It arrived quickly and in perfect condition, and was the perfect size for my mug! It was also one of the best cups of cocoa I've had in a long time, and I'm already thinking of getting more." — Ishita Bose Get it from Big Bear Chocolates on Etsy for $6.20+ (available in 11 flavors). 24. The Comfy — a sweatshirt/blanket combo that might just be one of the coziest things ever invented. It'll allow you to do important things like change the channel or play video games and stay toasty at the same time! I originally bought this for my mom who always gets cold at night when she's watching TV and she loves it, but it may or may not have ended up in my room one night, and now belongs to me — oops. I LOVE this thing. It truly is so warm and so perfect for cold winter nights when I wanna reach that level of toasty warm my sweatshirts alone cannot accomplish. Plus, you can do things while wearing it! I mean, how else am I gonna keep the entire length of my arms warm while trying to play The Sims ? Get it from Amazon for $49.99 (available in 32 styles and o/s). 25. A lightweight jacket equipped with a battery pack to heat it because sweating the second you put on a bulky winter coat is undeniably one of the worst parts of winter. Promising review: "I was honestly kind of skeptical about this at first because it took a bit of time to heat up all the way, but once it did I was absolutely in love. It gets so warm and is absolutely perfect. It’s very very well made and luxurious feeling. 10/10." — Ezra Adair Get it from Amazon in two styles: $159.99 (available in six colors and women's sizes XS–3XL) and $159.99 (available in three colors and men's sizes S–3XL). 26. HelloFresh — a service that will save you snowy trips to the grocery store and send you pre-portioned ingredients and simple instructions so you can quickly cook up fun and innovative meals. Bye, grocery store, see you when it gets warmer outside.* *Just kidding, because you're gonna love having ingredients sent right to your doorstep so much, you're never gonna wanna leave the house again! My colleague Maitland Quitmeyer is a HelloFresh subscriber and swears by it! Here's what she has to say: "For me, there are three great reasons to try a meal kit like HelloFresh right now: 1. to reduce trips to the grocery store without having to forgo fresh produce, 2. to get out of the same-dinner ruts, especially when we're cooking at home more than ever, and 3. to learn new cooking skills in a basically foolproof setting. Here's how it works: You can select from the four preferences: meat and veggie, veggies, low-calorie, and family-friendly. Recipes come portioned to two or four people (but I find the portions to be generous), and you can get either three or four recipes per week (for the two-person plan) or two or three recipes a week (for the four-person plan). And, of course, you can skip weeks, upgrade to ~premium~ recipes (think surf and turf) for an additional fee, or change the number of meals at any time. When your box arrives, you get everything you need to make the recipe, chilled to perfection and portioned accordingly (you just need to provide pantry staples like butter, oil, salt, and pepper). And the instructions? Totally foolproof. My fave recipe so far exemplifies how helpful HelloFresh is for trying out new recipes and techniques — say hello to my little friend, tempura shrimp. I have thought about making at-home tempura for like...years, but it seemed like a lot of work, and I'd burn myself on the hot hot oil. But this recipe took all the scariness out of it — turns out I *didn't* need a whole pot of oil to fry these bbs up, a shallow fry worked PERFECTLY. And when I feel done with HelloFresh, when we're no longer social distancing from the grocery store and I feel like I've learned enough, I will 10000000000% make this again on my own. And I've been thinking about the sauce (an easy mix of mayo, Sriracha, and apricot jam) ever since, and will put it on just every single thing from here on out — including just a spoon. And the portions are IMO, very generous — I could not eat what they'd consider one portion in a single night, and the leftovers always reheated just as deliciously as they were the first night. And the best part = you can access their database of over 2,500 recipes even when you're not a subscriber, so you can just use it as a cookbook when you're done subscribing." Subscribe to HelloFresh starting at $9.99/serving . 27. A towel warmer you can use to heat up more than just towels — robes, throw blankets, pajamas, sheets, pillowcases, etc. This is gonna be your new favorite toy this season. Promising review: "Absolutely my favorite thing purchased from Amazon. You will never be able to take a shower without this once you have it. Just like right-out-of-the-dryer towels!" — Erin Get it from Amazon for $169.99 . 28. A thermal set great for layering underneath outfits so you can rock trendy looks and stay warm at the same time! This is also great if you have any outdoor winter activities planned like skiing, skating, or snowboarding. You may also just wanna wear it around the house as comfy loungewear! Many reviewers say this set tends to run a little big, especially the shirt, so if you're buying this with the intention of layering underneath clothing, you may want to keep that in mind and size down! Promising review: "Purchased these to wear under my ski gear. They were better than expected. The material is buttery and not scratchy. Super comfortable and warm. They do run large. I would suggest sizing down. The shirt is a little big, but works for me!" — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $22.49+ (available in women's sizes 2XS—3XL, 15 colors, and in crewneck, scoop neck, and V-neck). 29. A Book of the Month subscription so you can enjoy a juicy read whilst snuggled up at home minus the trip to the book store or the guess work of picking from an overwhelming selection of books. I joined Book of the Month three years ago because I wanted to read People We Meet on Vacation and my local library had a waitlist. I thought I'd sign up for one month and cancel my subscription right after, but I am here to say that was not the case. I'm obsessed with my BOTM subscription and can't recommend it enough. At the start of each month, they add five to seven new books to the app. These books span all sorts of genres, include reads from new authors and returning favorites, and some even have a theme (aka: spooky reads for October, holiday reads in December). You can choose up to three books per month. All three of your selections can be from that month's book picks or you can pick a book or two from that month's selections and choose add-on books — I did this in the beginning when I was working on creating my own little ~home library bookshelf~. If you don't like any of their monthly selections that is A-OK! Simply skip that month and a credit will be applied towards future months. It's such a fun thing to treat myself to each month and makes for a perfect gift (both to yourself and to loved ones). Happy reading! Sign up for Book of the Month for $17.99/month ! 30. Or a Kindle Paperwhite that'll basically serve as your own little at-home library. Thanks to this baby, you'll be able to purchase or rent virtually all the books on your TBR without having to leave the house! Plus, the glare-free display makes reading in brighter conditions a squint-free experience, while night mode allows you to unwind before bed sans brightness. AND!!! This lovely device is ALSO waterproof! I did it. I caved on October Prime Day and bought myself this older model of the Kindle Paperwhite, and boy, am I glad I did. For starters, I always thought of myself as someone who preferred physical books over e-books. There's just something SO exciting to me about unboxing a book order or walking into a bookstore and spending way too much money. I even spent two years creating a rainbow library on my bookshelf in my apartment. BUT! After taking two vacations this year and realizing how annoying it is to pack physical books and move somewhere that requires a long train ride to get to the city (aka increased boredom), I decided to just get myself a Kindle. For starters, I'm reading more on this Kindle in the past month than I have all year. It is incredibly lightweight (it fits into my small little BELT BAG WITH ROOM TO SPARE!!!), easy to use, and not to mention a really great investment! I have three free months of Kindle Unlimited , which means access to tons of great books for free, but the best is Libby! I just go on the Libby app from my phone, choose a Kindle book to check out through my local library, and boom, it's instantly delivered to my Amazon account to add to my Kindle library. It's safe to say I'm obsessed. Get it from Amazon for $129.99+ (available in three colors and with or without ads). Reviews in this post have been edited for length and clarity.
State MPs to raise pending Split issues, Polavaram in ParliamentNow four years removed from his Cy Young Award in the shortened 2020 season, Shane Bieber will return to the Guardians after agreeing to a one-year, $10 million deal with a $16 million player option for 2026 that includes a $4 million buyout, according to a league source. The contract comes with the clear potential for upside as Bieber looks to return from Tommy John surgery and reestablish himself as one of the game’s best pitchers. Bieber may not be ready for major-league action until early summer at best, but he remains an intriguing addition despite his injury. Before surgery, Bieber had a 3.13 ERA over 70 starts after his Cy Young Award-winning season. Although his fastball velocity declined to an average of 92 mph in 2024, he has a reputation for top-notch command and a swing-and-miss slider. Bieber also throws a tumbling knuckle curveball and began honing a trendy “splinker” to complement his arsenal before the injury. Advertisement Now 29 years old, this will be a prove-it deal for a pitcher who did show evidence of decline in 2023, when his average exit velocity allowed (91.6 mph) ranked in the bottom 2 percent of all MLB pitchers and he struck out only 7.5 batters per nine innings. Bieber made only two starts and threw 12 scoreless innings with 20 strikeouts last season before his injury. Bieber told The Athletic in October that he’s targeting a June/July return next season. As he returns to the mound, there will be uncertainty, but an unpredictable arsenal and a track record of success could help Bieber remind everyone why he can be among the best starting pitchers in the game. GO DEEPER MLB Top 40 Free Agent Big Board: Welcome to the Juan Soto sweepstakes (Photo: Ezra Shaw / Getty Images)
NEW YORK , Nov. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Report on how AI is driving market transformation - The global artificial intelligence (AI) chips market size is estimated to grow by USD 389.25 billion from 2024-2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of over 68.13% during the forecast period. Increasing adoption of ai chips in data centers is driving market growth, with a trend towards convergence of AI and IoT. However, dearth of technically skilled workers for ai chips development poses a challenge.Key market players include Advanced Micro Devices Inc., Alphabet Inc., Baidu Inc., Broadcom Inc., Cerebras, Fujitsu Ltd., Graphcore Ltd., Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd., Intel Corp., International Business Machines Corp., MediaTek Inc., Microchip Technology Inc., NVIDIA Corp., NXP Semiconductors NV, Qualcomm Inc., SambaNova Systems Inc., Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., SenseTime Group Inc., Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. Ltd., and Tesla Inc.. 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The Internet of Things (IoT) market is experiencing significant growth due to the numerous advantages it offers in various industries such as aerospace and defense, automotive, consumer electronics, healthcare, and others. IoT devices, which include cameras, drones, smart speakers, smartphones, smart TVs, and more, are making decisions based on data they receive without human intervention. To enable power-efficient data processing and machine learning computation in these devices, IoT manufacturers are integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) chips. This integration allows IoT devices to perform complex tasks and learn from data, enhancing their functionality and value to users. The demand for AI chips in IoT devices is expected to continue growing as the market expands. Request Sample of our comprehensive report now to stay ahead in the AI-driven market evolution! Market Challenges Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing industries from healthcare to retail, finance, and automotive. However, the growth of AI technologies relies heavily on the development of efficient AI chips. These hardware components, including CPUs, GPUs, FPGAs, and ASICs, power deep learning and machine learning algorithms. Companies like Advanced Micro Devices and Nvidia are leading the AI chip market with their Trainium2 chip and A100 chip, respectively. However, challenges persist. Energy efficiency is a major concern as AI applications require high computing power, leading to increased energy consumption. Quantum computing and generative AI are pushing the boundaries of AI technologies, requiring even more powerful chips. Ethical concerns also arise as AI is integrated into various industries, from healthcare to manufacturing. Major cloud providers like Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services, and Google Cloud are investing in AI data centers, while edge computing gains popularity for real-time applications. Edge devices, such as IoT devices and autonomous vehicles, require specific integrated chips for data processing. As AI applications expand, so do the challenges. System failure and malfunctioning are concerns for mobile applications, while big data requires advanced parallel computing capabilities. Patent filing and theoretical/algorithmic basis are crucial for the development of AI technologies. In conclusion, the AI chip market is evolving rapidly, with companies investing in high-performance chips to meet the demands of various industries. However, challenges such as energy efficiency, ethical concerns, and system failure must be addressed to ensure the continued growth of AI technologies. The AI chips market is witnessing significant expansion due to the potential financial gains that businesses can reap from artificial intelligence. However, the absence of a sufficient workforce with technical expertise in AI is posing a significant challenge to market growth. Companies are keen on integrating AI into their operations but face high research and development costs and the need for information from experienced AI professionals. The scarcity of talent with the necessary knowledge of AI technology is currently impeding the growth of enterprise AI applications. Discover how AI is revolutionizing market trends- Get your access now! Segment Overview This artificial intelligence (ai) chips market report extensively covers market segmentation by 1.1 ASICs 1.2 GPUs 1.3 CPUs 1.4 FPGAs 2.1 Media and advertising 2.2 BFSI 2.3 IT and telecommunication 2.4 Others 3.1 North America 3.2 Europe 3.3 APAC 3.4 South America 3.5 Middle East and Africa 1.1 ASICs- Artificial Intelligence (AI) chips, specifically Application-Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs), are becoming increasingly popular in data center applications due to their superior performance and speed. ASICs are customized, non-configurable chips that offer an instruction set and libraries for local data processing, acting as an accelerator for parallel algorithms. Google's Tensor Processing Unit (TPU) is a prime example, designed for deep neural networks and already in use for Google Search and Google Street View. ASICs provide faster performance than GPUs, FPGAs, and CPUs, making them a preferred choice for data centers. TPUs have an instruction set that allows TensorFlow programs to be modified and new algorithms to be developed, making them a valuable asset for managing data effectively. The use of ASIC -based AI chips is expected to witness significant growth in the forecast period. Download a Sample of our comprehensive report today to discover how AI-driven innovations are reshaping competitive dynamics Research Analysis Artificial Intelligence (AI) Chips Market: The global AI Chips Market is experiencing significant growth due to the increasing adoption of AI technologies in various industries. Deep learning and machine learning algorithms are driving the demand for AI chips, which are specialized hardware components designed to accelerate AI computations. These chips are essential for robotics, quantum computing, and advanced AI applications. The market includes CPU, FPGA, GPU, System on Chip (SoC), and Multichip Module (MCM) solutions. AI chips are finding applications in sectors like healthcare, retail, finance, automotive, autonomous vehicles, IoT devices, and more. High-performance AI chips are crucial for training generative AI models and powering supercomputers. Ethical concerns surrounding AI are also fueling the development of specific integrated circuits. Key technologies include highbandwidth memory and Trainium2 chip. The market is evolving with the shift from cloud to edge computing. Market Research Overview Artificial Intelligence (AI) Chips Market: Overview The AI Chips Market is witnessing significant growth due to the increasing demand for advanced AI technologies such as deep learning and machine learning in various industries. AI chips are specialized hardware components designed to accelerate AI algorithms and technologies, including neural networks, quantum computing, and cognitive computing. These chips are essential for powering AI applications in robotics, computer vision, natural language processing, and other fields. The market for AI chips includes various types of hardware components, such as CPUs, GPUs, FPGAs, ASICs, DSPs, and microcontrollers. Companies are investing heavily in the development of AI chip lines, including Nvidia's A100 chip, Ascend 910B chipset, and H200 chipset, to meet the growing demand for energy-efficient and high-performance AI solutions. AI applications are widespread across industries, including healthcare, retail, finance, automotive, and manufacturing. The use of AI in healthcare for health monitoring, health information access, personalized health, and treatment devices is gaining popularity, especially for the elderly population. In retail, AI is used for customer behavior analysis, inventory management, and personalized marketing. In finance, AI is used for fraud detection, risk assessment, and algorithmic trading. The automotive industry is also adopting AI technologies for autonomous vehicles, advanced driver assistance systems, and connected cars. The use of AI in manufacturing machines, smart homes, and IoT devices is increasing, leading to the growth of AI data centers and edge computing. However, ethical concerns surrounding AI and the potential for system failure or malfunctioning are major challenges for the market. The development of specific integrated chips and multichip modules is a potential solution to address these challenges. The AI Chips Market is expected to continue growing due to the increasing demand for real-time applications, low latency, and big data processing. The market is also being driven by the development of generative AI, large language models, and other advanced AI technologies. The use of AI in mobile applications, gaming consoles, and personal computers is also expected to drive market growth. In conclusion, the AI Chips Market is a rapidly growing market, driven by the increasing demand for advanced AI technologies and applications across various industries. The market is expected to continue growing due to the development of energy-efficient and high-performance AI solutions, the increasing use of AI in various industries, and the growing demand for real-time applications and low latency. However, ethical concerns and the potential for system failure or malfunctioning are major challenges that need to be addressed. Table of Contents: 1 Executive Summary 2 Market Landscape 3 Market Sizing 4 Historic Market Size 5 Five Forces Analysis 6 Market Segmentation Product ASICs GPUs CPUs FPGAs End-user Media And Advertising BFSI IT And Telecommunication Others Geography North America Europe APAC South America Middle East And Africa 7 Customer Landscape 8 Geographic Landscape 9 Drivers, Challenges, and Trends 10 Company Landscape 11 Company Analysis 12 Appendix About Technavio Technavio is a leading global technology research and advisory company. Their research and analysis focuses on emerging market trends and provides actionable insights to help businesses identify market opportunities and develop effective strategies to optimize their market positions. With over 500 specialized analysts, Technavio's report library consists of more than 17,000 reports and counting, covering 800 technologies, spanning across 50 countries. 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