‘Gladiator II’ review: Are you not moderately entertained?Our Experts With 5+ years of mattress testing experience, we use our different sleeping position and body type perspectives to offer well-rounded, honest reviews. Score Breakdown Pros and Cons One of the biggest budget bed-in-a-box brands is Tuft & Needle. In a time when mattress shopping was largely done at brick-and-mortar locations, Tuft & Needle was one of the brands that brought the shopping experience online and offered affordable options that were convenient to make your home comfortable. The products can also be found at Target and Crate and Barrel. The Tuft & Needle Nod, exclusive to Amazon, is the epitome of affordable mattresses and will fit just about any budget. It's simple and doesn't come with any fancy bells and whistles, but that's all a part of its charm. If you want a comfortable, budget-friendly mattress that won't cost an arm and a leg, read our Tuft & Needle Nod mattress review to find out more. First impressions The original Tuft & Needle Nod is what you'd expect a basic mattress to look like. It does come with a cover, a feature that some low-budget mattresses go without. It's on the thinner side and made only with foam, so it doesn't have steel coils in the base to add extra support like the Tuft & Needle Nod Hybrid. I'd say this mattress is ideal for a dorm room, a kid's room or as a temporary option when you're in a bind and need a cheap mattress. It's comfortable and feels quality, but I don't see it lasting as long as the Tuft & Needle bed. I could see a lot of people liking its feel, though -- it's soft but it doesn't suck you into the bed like memory foam does. It's a lot more neutral and responsive to pressure, a plus for people who switch positions during the night. The Tuft & Needle Nod boasts an impressive 4.5 out of 5 on Amazon. Reviewers like that it's an affordable mattress with great motion isolation and no off-gassing, that unboxing is easy and it's comfortable. Some say this mattress may require a mattress topper to adjust to the preferred firmness level, however, and that it may not provide proper support for heavy people. Firmness Tuft & Needle did a good job giving this mattress a balanced feel that appeals to a wide range of sleeping positions. It has a medium firmness level (or a 5 out of 10, with 10 being the firmest). It's soft enough for side sleepers but firm enough for most back and stomach sleepers who need proper spinal support. It cradles your hips and shoulders and simultaneously keeps your lower back from sagging into the bed. Comfort A lot of online mattresses that come in a box are around 10 inches thick or more, but the Tuft & Needle Nod comes in two height options: either 6 or 8 inches tall. It's also only two layers: a bottom layer for support and density with comfort foam in the top layer. The two layers that make up Tuft & Needle Nod. Here's a breakdown of the 8-inch Tuft & Needle Nod mattress's layers: It's a simple, straightforward design -- like pretty much everything else about this mattress. Feel Some people dislike the restricting feel and resistance of memory foam, especially when trying to move positions. Luckily for those people, the Tuft & Needle Nod mattress doesn't feel like memory foam at all. Poly foam is a more responsive, lighter foam with better aeration and less density. It gives the comfort of memory foam without the "stuck" feeling, and it's a generally comfortable foam that most people end up liking. It's like cloud foam found in slide sandals; it molds to your body and provides pressure relief with ample support. Motion isolation Considering the fact this bed is all foam, I wasn't surprised to see that it was great at stopping movement across the mattress. It absorbs motion from your partner (or pet), so you won't bounce and jiggle every time they change positions or get up in the middle of the night. Edge support This is where the Tuft & Needle Nod mattress takes a back seat. It's thin and not great for support, so the edges aren't as sturdy as the Tuft & Needle Nod Hybrid or the regular Tuft & Needle mattress. If you share a mattress with a partner and you usually have to sleep near the very edge, you won't feel like you're falling off. Still, you probably aren't going to feel comfortably supported unless you're more petite. Temperature I have good news and bad news. The bad news is that the Tuft & Needle Nod mattress isn't going to actively cool you down. The good news is it's not going to heat you up, either. I think it's good at keeping most people's temperature neutral because it doesn't retain heat like a traditional memory-foam mattress. If sleeping hot is a problem for you, make sure to check out our best cooling mattress to get a more comfortable night's sleep. Who is this bed best for? When deciding whether or not a mattress is right for you, take your sleeping position and weight into consideration. Believe it or not, it matters. Side sleepers typically like medium to soft mattresses that provide pressure relief to the hips and joints, while back and stomach sleepers often sleep best on medium to firm beds that provide ample back support. Tuft & Needle Nod has a medium firmness level that appeals to each of these sleeping positions. Remember, though, the lighter you are, the firmer a mattress is going to feel, and vice versa. For example, if you're a petite side sleeper, you will probably want a softer mattress because this will feel more like a medium-firm. I recommend Tuft & Needle Nod to people under 230 pounds. It's only two layers and 8 inches thick, so it won't be very supportive or durable for a heavier individual. It also won't last as long as a mattress should, which is an important consideration when you're spending hundreds of dollars on something. People over 230 pounds should consider the Tuft & Needle Nod Hybrid bed. It's still a budget mattress but is made with steel coils in the foundation to provide a bit more support. Price Here's the main reason why you'd want to buy a Tuft & Needle Nod mattress: the attractive price tag. It's one of the most reputable low-cost mattresses on the market, so you can trust you're getting a quality mattress for cheap. It has over 3,000 reviews on Amazon and almost a five-star rating, so the proof is in the pudding. A queen size 8-inch Tuft & Needle Nod is about $499, almost $400 cheaper than the Original Tuft & Needle model. Tuft & Needle Nod Pricing Shipping, trial and warranty Even though you're buying from Amazon, you'll get the perks that Tuft & Needle offers its mattress-buying customers. You'll receive: Be forewarned, the mattress will have a new-car like smell when you first open it from the box. It happens with every bed-in-a-box mattress unless it's made with organic materials, and the smell goes away after a few days. You can sleep on it right away, but your Nod mattress will take around 48 hours for the bed to fully inflate. Final verdict Not everyone wants a big, fancy mattress with high-tech abilities or new cooling technology. Some just want a simple, affordable bed that'll help you sleep well at night, and that's exactly what the Tuft & Needle Nod offers. It's a safe pick for anyone on a tight budget. It's also a great starter mattress for your kid who outgrew their toddler bed because of its value and simple construction.
A series of violent threats have been directed toward incoming members of Donald Trump’s cabinet and other political appointees, a spokeswoman for the transition team revealed on Wednesday, November 27. Karoline Leavitt, the spokesperson, stated, “Last night and this morning, several of President Trump’s Cabinet nominees and Administration appointees were targeted in violent, unAmerican threats to their lives and those who live with them.” Nature of Threats and Law Enforcement Response Leavitt detailed the range of threats, which included bomb threats and incidents of “swatting.” Swatting refers to false emergency calls intended to provoke a heavy police response at the target’s location. “In response, law enforcement and other authorities acted quickly to ensure the safety of those who were targeted,” Leavitt continued. “President Trump and the entire Transition team are grateful for their swift action.” She emphasized that despite these threats, the transition team remains focused on its work. “President Trump and the Transition are focused on doing the work of uniting our nation by ensuring a safe and prosperous future. With President Trump as our example, dangerous acts of intimidation and violence will not deter us.” Cabinet Appointees Announced Amid Threats Following Trump’s November 5 election victory, his team has been gradually unveiling appointments to cabinet positions and other senior roles. The list includes notable figures such as Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, leading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), John Ratcliffe as CIA Director, William McGinley as White House Counsel, Mike Huckabee as Ambassador to Israel, Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense, and Susie Wiles as White House Chief of Staff, among others. The statement from Leavitt did not specify which individuals were targeted in these incidents. Threats Follow Assassination Attempts on Trump These threats come in the wake of two assassination attempts on Trump himself. One incident involved Thomas Matthew Crooks, who attacked Trump at a Pennsylvania rally, resulting in the death of one attendee and injuries to others, including Trump. Crooks was killed by the Secret Service during the attack. In a separate incident, Ryan Wesley Routh was apprehended at Trump National Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida. Armed with an AK-47, a GoPro camera, and other items, Routh was discovered before he could act and is currently in custody. Transition Team Undeterred Despite these challenges, the Trump team continues its efforts to establish the incoming administration. The recent threats underscore the heightened tension surrounding the transition period, but the swift response by authorities has ensured the safety of those involved. Read More : Aditya Pancholi Converted To Islam? Zarina Wahab Shares Details After 36 Years Of Interfaith Marriage
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