Sri Lankan President Disanayaka begins 3-day India visitVia With the growing imperative of a global clean energy transition, many nations face deficits in reserves of mineral resources. In response to this, a significant number of them are turning their focus to the African continent, but that’s old news. For the last year or so, Saudi Arabia has taken major steps beyond its traditional oil sector, investing heavily in the exploration and development of its extensive domestic mineral resources. This effort is two-pronged. On the one hand, the country wants to develop its own mineral resources in the long term. On the other hand, it hopes to strike foreign partnerships with countries like the U.S., some African nations and India to become a global mineral hub. The overall aim is to slowly move away from its oil-dependent economy and capitalize on the growing global demand for transition minerals, specifically lithium, cobalt and nickel. Such mineral resources are critical for the shift from fossil fuel-dependent economies to more sustainable, carbon-neutral systems. By leveraging its abundant mineral resources and strategic initiatives, the mining sector in Saudi Arabia is poised to become a cornerstone of economic diversification and sustainable development. That is, if everything goes according to plan. Media reports indicate that mining now plays a central role in Riyadh’s strategy to reduce oil dependency, with a focus on utilizing its significant reserves of phosphate, gold, copper and bauxite. The reports claim that holds considerable amounts of minerals necessary for the energy transition, such as aluminum, copper and rare earth elements. According to Arab News, the published by UK-based consultancy MineHutte last year pointed out that Saudi Arabia’s mining sector had been one of the world’s fastest-growing regulatory and investment-friendly environments for five years. The report added that after the passing of a new Mining Investment Law in 2021, there was a 138% increase in the number of exploitation licenses issued. The kingdom has been adamant about its “Vision 2030” initiative, which seeks to diversify its economy from an over-reliance on oil. This diversification will prove crucial as the demand for transition minerals surges due to advancements in renewable energy technologies and electric vehicle production. By expanding its mining sector, Saudi Arabia not only seeks to secure a foothold in these vital resource supply chains, but also aims to position itself as a global hub for minerals critical to the worldwide energy transition. In order to facilitate this transformation, Saudi Arabia has opened new mining exploration licenses and established foreign partnerships, further underlining its commitment to developing its vast mineral reserves. Such investments include not just potential extraction of mineral resources like copper, zinc and gold, but a focus on strategic minerals essential for battery production and renewable energy technologies. Saudi Arabia recently revised its estimate of untapped mineral resources, raising the value from the US $1.3 trillion forecasted eight years ago to $2.5 trillion. According to a report from Reuters, Saudi Arabia’s minister, Bandar Al-Khorayef, stated that the Kingdom’s reserve potential had grown by nearly 90%. This $1.2 trillion increase was attributed to the discovery of higher reserve quantities, the addition of new minerals like rare earths to the list and a reassessment of commodity prices. In late November, Saudi Arabia announced in the metals and mining sector valued at over US $9 billion (35 billion riyals). The deals, which involve companies such as India’s Vedanta and China’s Zijin Group, were unveiled during the World Investment Conference in Riyadh. The Global Supply Chain Resilience Initiative, a key component of Saudi Arabia’s National Investment Strategy, organized that conference. Where copper is concerned, Saudi Arabia presently imports about 365,000 tons of copper each year in order to meet domestic demand. The current prediction is that these imports will double by 2035. Vedanta, the metals powerhouse led by Indian billionaire Anil Agarwal, has also unveiled plans to invest $2 billion in Saudi Arabia to establish cutting-edge copper-processing facilities. The new facilities will feature a smelter and refinery with an annual capacity of 400,000 metric tons, along with a plant capable of producing up to 300,000 tons of copper rods, which are essential for electric cables. The Jabal Sayid copper project, a joint venture between the Saudi Arabian Mining Company (Ma’aden), Barrick Gold and the Al-Jalamid phosphate mine, is just one of several other key domestic initiatives currently underway. Saudi Arabia is also investing heavily in , using advanced technologies and global expertise to uncover new mineral deposits. In line with the new Mining Investment Law, the government recently announced an auction for six mining licenses covering lead, zinc, copper and iron deposits. A few years ago, the country set up Manara Minerals, an jointly owned by Ma’aden and the Public Investment Fund (PIF), with the goal of acquiring global assets. In 2023, the fund made its first major overseas investment, acquiring a 10% stake in Vale Base Metals, a $26 billion copper and nickel spin-off of Vale S.A. Saudi Arabia’s ambitious pivot toward mineral resource development marks a critical point in its journey to diversify its economy and lead the global energy transition. By tapping into over $2.5 trillion in untapped reserves and building strong foreign partnerships, the kingdom positions itself as a key supplier of transition-critical minerals. The Vision 2030 initiative showcases a forward-thinking strategy that reduces oil dependency while establishing Saudi Arabia as a central hub in the sustainable resource economy. By Sohrab Darabshaw
BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Robert Lewandowski converted a first-half penalty kick to become the third player to score 100 goals or more in the Champions League, behind Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. Lewandowski calmly sent a low shot into the net from the spot in the 10th minute to give Barcelona a 1-0 lead against Brest. He scored his 101st goal from inside the area in second-half stoppage time to seal the Catalan's club 3-0 victory. Lewandowski trails the 129 goals of Messi and the 140 of Ronaldo, according to UEFA. Lewandowski needed 125 games to reach his milestone — two more games than Messi and 12 fewer than Ronaldo, who also scored once in the qualifying round. “I'm delighted, it's a nice number,” Lewandowski said. “In the past I didn’t think I could score more than 100 goals in the Champions League." It was Lewandowski's sixth and seventh Champions League goals this season. It's the ninth season in which the Poland striker has scored six or more goals. The 36-year-old Lewandowski is having a standout campaign, having scored 22 goals for Barcelona in 19 appearances. He is the Spanish league’s scoring leader with 15 goals from 14 matches. AP soccer: https://apnews.com/hub/soccer
Phoenix CEO Eyal Ben Simon told the Globes Israel Business Conference that the Israeli market is priced cheaply compared with the US market. "Foreign investors are a very important element for the Israeli economy, and are one of the biggest bases for our development. Beyond that, collaborations create many more opportunities and this should not be underestimated for a moment. The greater the confidence foreign investors have in Israel, the greater the number of deals there will be," Phoenix Holdings (TASE: PHOE) CEO Eyal Ben Simon told Globes editor-in-chief Naama Sikuler at the Globes Israel Business Conference. Ben Simon explained "In recent months, we’ve seen a decline in Israel's (level of) risk. For many years, we lived in a bubble and didn’t think there was an enormous risk all around us. Ever since the change in trend in the war in Lebanon, Israel's risk premium has fallen. It hasn’t decreased to zero, but there is a decrease. The most important thing is to ensure that we will be protected from a security point of view. Only after that, will we be able to talk about investments." Ben Simon's remarks followed the handsome returns on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange since the start of 2024, with the TASE performing better than Wall Street, and significantly better than the European and Asian markets. "In recent months, we maneuvered to bring billions of shekels to Phoenix shares (referring to the sale of Phoenix shares by foreign funds Centerbridge and Gallatin).The Phoenix is one of the best ambassadors of the State of Israel in the world. It affords a very large expression of confidence in Israel because the Phoenix is actually an option for investment in Israel. When I look at foreign investments in Israel, and Bank of Israel Governor Prof. Amir Yaron said it, without security there is no economy. It's also true the other way around, but it starts with security." According to Ben Simon, most of the change has taken place since September. "Because risk has begun to fall, we’re starting to see a return of foreign investors and an upsurge in the capital market. A month ago, a foreign investor told me that the economic value of Los Angeles is $1.25 trillion. The Israeli economic value is $530 billion, and there’s no reason in the world that Israel should not be the size of Los Angeles. There is an extraordinary level of human capital in Israel. As Shimon Peres once said, the Jews brought to the world a dissatisfaction, a desire to improve and do better, [and] entrepreneurial people. This culture does not exist anywhere else in the world, and it is very appealing and attractive. Israel is democratic and has a rising demographic." RELATED ARTICLES Insurance cos to gain from banking competition changes Centerbridge and Gallatin sell control of Phoenix Too much regulation, but Israel’s potential exists and is positive Still, what worries foreign investors and harms Israel is "The security reality, along with the fact that there have been five or six election cycles here in just a few years. There’s also the problematic regulation in Israel. For example, in our context, there are three supervisors: the Capital Market Authority, the Securities Authority and the Bank of Israel. Add to that the Budgets Department at the Ministry of Finance, and the Competition Authority - and each one has the right to veto. Take the example of Harel-Isracard. After everyone confirmed [the acquisition], the Competition Authority said ‘no,’ and the deal fell through. A foreign investor does not want to enter this sort of reality, and a change must be made. However, Ben Simon believes that Israel has potential and that it is positive. "Israel is priced low, the multipliers here are less than half of those in America, even though the market here has good financial depth by a large margin, compared with the rest of the world." During Ben Simon's interview, the audience was asked which index in Israel has shown the highest return this year. In first place is the retail index (48%), followed by finance (36%), gas and oil (31.5%) and real estate (21%). Ben Simon noted, "The Israeli economy returned to consumption spending after the first difficult quarter of the war. Most of Shufersal's shareholders, for example, are the public, pension-holders, and they therefore profit." Believes financial stocks will continue to soar Financial stocks have recorded increases in recent months, and Ben Simon believes this is just the start. "In the US market, the total value of the financial players, the companies that are traded, such as banks, insurance companies, and asset management companies, is $4 trillion. The division of value between banking and non-banking entities is 50/50. But in Israel, the combined value of all the financial companies is NIS 260 billion, while all entities that are not banks are only worth about NIS 45 billion, less than Bank Leumi or Bank Hapoalim alone. It won’t always be this way, there is still a long way to go for rises in financial shares. Financial investors understand this." Ben Simon is aware of how complex it is to understand insurance companies financial reports, noting that, "Up until two years ago, no one understood what this animal called an insurance company is. We did significant work to clarify this and talk about clear indicators. It generates a very large value and the market sees that." On the question of why the public still has not switched from bank deposit savings to savings in investment houses and insurance companies, he says, "Israel has only existed for 75 years. It’s impossible to expect that a process that took 30 years in America will happen here in a matter of weeks. And by the way, Israel will exist for thousands of years more, I have no doubt." "Another reason for staying with banks is that interest rates have risen. When interest rates fall, people switch to the best yield. But more than that, after closing management fees, our interests align completely with the client. Our performance is their performance. With banks, there is a conflict: the bank is interested in giving the client as little as possible, and the client is interested in getting as much as possible. In Israel, this hasn’t happened yet, but in other places the world, consumers are going to financial institutions." "Budget offers no hope" Regarding the state budget, which is in the process of being approved, Ben Simon said, "There are political constraints that are really not easy and I don't envy anyone in the government. The fact is that the budget approved is already good. But I would build it differently, with a much broader horizon. We need hope in the state budget and I didn't see hope in it. The public needs to see that they are looking 10 years ahead, or even 50 years." Ben Simon did not specify what he meant, hinting that "Much more hope is needed, and the people who make these decisions understand what is meant by ‘hope in the budget.’" On fears of political interference in investments by institutional investors, Ben Simon was adamant, explaining, "Institutions invest for their savers. Not for the state. Institutional investors are loyal to their savers: pensions and financials. If this changes, it will be a catastrophe. We must not cross this threshold," he warned. "But beyond that, there is no doubt that Phoenix has a clear interest in Israel succeeding, because all our customers are domestic. That is why investing in Israel's infrastructure improves the situation of both the Phoenix and the savers. But it’s clear that if there are better investments in Israel - that is what we will do." The Globes Israel Business Conference is held in collaboration with Bank Hapoalim and The Phoenix Holdings, and is sponsored by El Al, Bezeq, Nespresso, Wolt, Dell, the Israel Medical Association, Energean, the Jewish National Fund, BlackRock, Playtika, Meta, Strauss Group, BAZAN Group, and MSCI, with the participation of Mekorot, The Port of Ashdod, and the Israel Innovation Authority. Published by Globes, Israel business news - en.globes.co.il - on December 8, 2024 © Copyright of Globes Publisher Itonut (1983) Ltd., 2024None
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If history is an indicator, Utah’s role in President-elect Donald Trump’s promise to deport undocumented immigrants isn’t likely to be a big part of the national effort, according to federal data. Gov. Spencer Cox pledged on Tuesday to support the new Trump administration in “deporting illegal immigrants who have committed crimes and pose a threat to public safety.” But deportions from Utah account for a minuscule portion of those by Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Between December 2002 and February 2024, ICE deported 995 immigrants from Utah, according to federal data collected by the Transaction Records Access Clearinghouse , a data gathering and research tool from Syracuse University. That’s around 0.02% of the 5.5 million ICE deportations during that time. According to that federal data, the number of deportations dipped significantly since President Joe Biden took office, with 64 people deported since January 2021. That’s four fewer than in 2020 and about half of the 123 individuals deported by ICE in 2018. On average, ICE has deported two people from Utah a month since January 2021. The average from January 2018 to December 2020 was seven people a month — and as high as 22 in July 2018. [READ: Utah Gov. Cox plans to help Trump deport undocumented immigrants who commit crimes ] Deportations by ICE also have dropped nationally from more than 200,000 annually in 2018 and 2019 to fewer than 100,000 since 2021 — with the exception of 2023, when the federal agency deported 182,412 people. The data does not include deportations by Customs and Border Protection — of which there are millions each year — unless an individual was transferred into ICE custody. One piece of the Republican governor’s five-part plan to aid the Trump administration includes creating additional training and guidance to assist “local and state authorities as they attempt to identify criminal illegal immigrants who should be turned over to [ICE] for deportation proceedings.” “Federal immigration authorities have failed in their duty to the American people and they’ve left states and localities to independently manage the fallout of those failures,” Cox said in a statement Tuesday. “We’re grateful to have an administration coming in who will take these problems seriously.” Megan Banta is The Salt Lake Tribune’s data enterprise reporter, a philanthropically supported position . The Tribune retains control over all editorial decisions.( MENAFN - PR Newswire) NEW YORK, Dec. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Report with market evolution powered by AI - The global trampoline market size is estimated to grow by USD 978.4 million from 2024 to 2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 5.12% during the forecast period. The report provides a comprehensive forecast of key segments below- Segmentation Overview Get a glance at the market contribution of rest of the segments - Download a FREE Sample Report in minutes! 1.1 Fastest growing segment: The round trampolines segment dominates the global trampoline market due to their widespread popularity and basic design. Round trampolines are the most common type, featuring steel frames and spring coils for bouncing. They offer a focused bouncing area, making them suitable for both backyard recreation and professional use. JumpSport's DoubleBounce round trampolines, with extra mats for safety, cater to both beginners and professionals. Round trampolines' lightweight circular frames ensure durability and ease of construction. Their availability and affordability contribute to their heavy sales. However, the segment may face competition from rectangular, square, and smart trampolines, leading to steady but slower growth. Analyst Review Trampolines are popular recreational and fitness equipment known for their strong fabric and frames, typically made of steel. The folding mechanism allows for easy storage and transport. Elasticity is provided by springs or a springless design, making bouncing fun and effective for astronauts training and gymnasts honing their skills. Trampolines have gained popularity in various settings, from the Olympics to trampoline parks, catering to both children and adults. With increasing health consciousness, trampolines offer numerous physical activity benefits, promoting fitness and well-being. Safety enhancements ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all. Trampoline parks feature wall-to-wall trampolines, foam pits, and dodgeball arenas, providing opportunities for social interaction, entertainment, and digital integration. Despite the risks, injury rates are relatively low due to continuous improvements in design and technology. Market Overview Trampolines are a popular source of fun and physical activity for people of all ages, from children to adults. The core components of a trampoline include a strong fabric mat, supportive frames made of steel, and elasticity provided by springs or a folding mechanism. Trampolines have gained popularity due to their association with astronauts and gymnasts, who use them for training. The Olympics have featured trampolining as a sport since 2000, bringing it into the limelight. Trampolines offer numerous health benefits, such as improving lung capacity, muscle tone, heart health, and enhancing coordination and muscular strength. However, safety is a concern, and trampoline parks and e-commerce platforms have responded with kid safety technology, water resistance, climate resistance, and injury rate reduction measures. Innovations in trampoline technology include springless trampolines, smart trampolines with sensors, and interactive experiences like foam pits and dodgeball arenas. Trampolines provide a unique blend of physical fitness, social interaction, entertainment, and learning opportunities for individuals seeking an active lifestyle. With the Olympic spotlight on trampolining and the growing awareness of health benefits, the trampoline market continues to evolve, offering new and exciting experiences for aspiring athletes and fitness enthusiasts alike. To understand more about this market- Download a FREE Sample Report in minutes! Key Topics Covered: 1 Executive Summary 2 Market Landscape 3 Market Sizing 4 Historic Market Size 5 Five Forces Analysis 6 Market Segmentation 7 Customer Landscape 8 Geographic Landscape 9 Drivers, Challenges, and Trends 10 Venodr Landscape 10.1 Springfree Trampoline Inc 10.2 Stamina Products Inc 10.3 Multiplay International Ltd 10.4 Sino Fourstar Group Co. Ltd 10.5 Eurotramp Trampoline Kurt Hack GmbH 10.6 Vuly Trampolines Pty Ltd 10.7 Airmaster Trampoline (U.S.) 10.8 Domi Jump Inc 10.9 Skywalker Holdings LLC 10.10 JumpSport Inc 11 Vendor 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. Their client base consists of enterprises of all sizes, including more than 100 Fortune 500 companies. 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Maschmeyer's 34 saves carry Ottawa Charge past New York Sirens, 3-1 NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Emerance Maschmeyer turned in 34 saves on 35 shots on goal and the Ottawa Charge held off the New York Sirens 3-1 on Sunday for their second win in six games. Canadian Press Dec 29, 2024 1:39 PM Dec 29, 2024 2:05 PM Share by Email Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Print Share via Text Message NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Emerance Maschmeyer turned in 34 saves on 35 shots on goal and the Ottawa Charge held off the New York Sirens 3-1 on Sunday for their second win in six games. Playing their first game in 10 days, the Charge got a first-period goal from Emily Clark and Shiann Darkangelo and Kateřina Mrázová added second-period goals to build a 3-0 lead through two periods. Ottawa has scored at least three goals in all five of its meetings with New York over two seasons. Alex Carpenter earned a third-period assist to extend her scoring streak to nine straight games dating to last season. Sarah Fillier's goal moved her into a tie for the league lead with eight points in her first eight games after being drafted No. 1 by the Sirens. Ottawa's defense neutralized much of New York's speed advantage and used a strong penalty kill to take a 1-0 lead after one period after Clark tipped home a wrist shot from the point by Brianne Jenner six minutes into the game. The Charge added two goals in the first seven minutes of the second period but could not capitalize on a pair of power plays late in the period. Fillier wasted little time getting New York on the board in the third period, firing a shot past Maschmeyer 23 seconds into the period, but the keeper saved the next dozen shots, including an almost three-minute finish when the Sirens pulled goalkeeper Corinne Schroeder to gain a player advantage. New York's Jill Saulnier was activated off long-term injured reserve following an upper body injury sustained in the opening game December 1. ___ AP hockey: https://apnews.com/hub/hockey The Associated Press See a typo/mistake? Have a story/tip? This has been shared 0 times 0 Shares Share by Email Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Print Share via Text Message More National Sports Willander scores twice to lead Sweden to 7-5 win over Switzerland at world juniors Dec 29, 2024 1:08 PM Moeller earns first World Cup win as another injured skier is airlifted off 2026 Olympics slope Dec 29, 2024 10:39 AM Raptors-Knicks trade a year ago reshaped both teams, but who won the trade? Dec 29, 2024 10:34 AM Featured FlyerSAR444656 is a small molecule commercialized by , with a leading Phase II program in Hidradenitis Suppurativa. According to Globaldata, it is involved in 3 clinical trials, of which 1 was completed, and 2 are ongoing. 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CONOR MCGREGOR has appeared to suggest a shock showdown with Logan Paul has been finalised. The Notorious revealed earlier this month that he was in preliminary talks over an exhibition boxing match with the YouTube sensation. And the 36-year-old has suggested the fight - which is set to be financed by Indian billionaire Anant Ambani - is on the brink of being announced. Veteran MMA journalist Emmett Glenn reported on Sunday that McGregor is now gearing up to face the social media sensation in a Mumbai melee next year. Glenn also reveale d both men are set to earn a whopping £200MILLION ($250m) each for the South Asian slugfest. The crossover clash is said to be set to take place at the Wankhede Stadium and will be part of the country's "Visit India ' tourism campaign. READ MORE ON MCGREGOR And McGregor seemingly confirmed Glenn's report by quoting his post on X with a Indian flag and a love-heart emoji . Casual and hardcore fight fans were quick to comment on the seemingly done deal, with one saying: "$250M each for an exhibition fight? "That's more than most world title fights pay!" Another said: " Money talks, $250M is crazy for each." Most read in Boxing BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKER S And another said: "I'm tired of these gimick fights. Dude is scared to go back into the UFC ." One remarked: "Holy s**t that will be wild! $250 mil each??" Another chimed in: "Lots of money for a boring fight." YouTube phenom Paul added even more fuel to the fire by liking an Instagram post citing the report. It was revealed last week that neither the UFC nor the WWE, who McGregor and Paul are respectively contracted to, have been approached about the bout. Both entities, however, are under the TKO Group Banner - meaning the possible punch-up would be incredible easy to make. Former two-division champion McGregor hasn't fought since breaking his left leg in his trilogy fight with Dustin Poirier in July 2021. His next outing be his first since being found civilly liable for assaulting Nikita Hand at a Dublin Hotel in December 2018. The Irishman - who was accused of "raping and battering" Ms Hand - has vowed to appeal the verdict of last month's civil trial at Dublin 's High Court . THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY.. The Sun is your go to destination for the best football, boxing and MMA news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video . Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheSunFootball and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSunFootball .SUNDAY, Dec. 8, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Shingles can strike anyone who had chickenpox when they were young, and the intense pain that can accompany this body rash has sidelined many a senior. Here, one expert explains how and why shingles can surface, and what you can do to treat it, or better yet, avoid it. Shingles can happen at any age, but it most typically affects people over 50 who have stress and compromised immunity. “Shingles is caused by the varicella-zoster virus. It’s the same virus that causes chickenpox,” said Dr. Eugene Fellin , a family medicine physician at Penn State Health Medical Group – Fleetwood. “For most of us who grew up before the 1990s, when children began being immunized against chickenpox, we’ve been exposed to the virus and are at risk for shingles.” How can shingles surface? After lying dormant in the nervous system for years, the virus can reemerge as shingles, which causes painful rashes that typically surface on the face or around the side of the torso, Fellin explained. “It’s like a poison ivy rash that won’t go away,” he added in a Penn State news release. “It can occur in patches, but along that same nerve root. A lot of times, people feel some tingling or a burning sensation prior to the rash actually breaking out,” Fellin noted. “When we’re looking for the rash, it will be in a string on the torso because the nerves wrap around the torso. You get a line around you, from the back to the front.” “The other issue we worry about is if it breaks out on the face and involves the eye because this can lead to blindness,” Fellin said. “Shingles around the eye is considered dangerous, and an instant referral to an ophthalmologist is always recommended.” More from this section What can you take to treat shingles? Antivirals such as Valacyclovir can be prescribed, but they’re time-sensitive and need to be taken within 36 hours of the start of the rash because they work by slowing the spread of the virus, Fellin said. While symptoms subside after three to five weeks, pain can sometimes return in the form of postherpetic neuralgia , he said. This long-term nerve pain occurs where the shingles rash appeared and can last for months or even years. Older adults are more likely to develop postherpetic neuralgia and have longer lasting and more severe pain, Fellin said. Luckily, there is something you can do to avoid shingles altogether: get vaccinated. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends the Shingrix vaccine, given in two doses, with the second dose given two to six months after the first. People who get shingles can still receive the vaccine, which can lower the chances of another outbreak, Fellin noted. Most family doctors and pharmacies stock the vaccine, which is covered by Medicare, he added. “Most insurance programs are covering it because it has been out long enough and shows a real benefit,” Fellin said in a Penn State news release. “There’s a lot of misinformation about vaccines circulating out there. My message is this: Don’t be afraid of this or any vaccine.” SOURCE: Penn State Health, news release, Dec. 5, 20241. The Book of Unusual Knowledge — a perfect gift option for your love who is forever rattling off random facts without rhyme or reason. Add some fuel to their fire with this 750-page (!!!) book that's packed to the brim with facts and trivia. Promising review: "My best friend is always telling me new facts about the most random things so when I saw this, I knew it had to be added to his bookshelf. And let me tell you the list of random facts keeps on coming. Yeah, yeah, I know... the internet... but sometimes it’s nice to disconnect from technology and read a real book. Couldn’t be happier with this purchase." — Gregory Get it from Amazon for $9.99 and if they already have it there are other versions to check out, such as: The Book of Extraordinary Facts , The Book of Incredible Information , The Book of Useless Information , The Book of Answers , The Book of Weird and Unusual Trivia and The Book of 10,000 Incredible Facts . 2. A slouchy faux-suede bag you might not be able to resist adding one into your cart for yourself as well (it is nearly the holidays, after all) — I'd apologize, but I'm truly not sorry because this bag is fab-u-lous, JW Pei is an Asian- and family-owned small biz with minimalist accessory designs made with sustainable and vegan materials. TikTok is LOVING this bag — check it out here ! BuzzFeed shopping editor Kayla Boyd is a huge fan and has written about her JW Pei collection so check it out! Get it from Amazon for $79.20 (available in four colors). 3. A jar of Momofuku's chili crunch they can use to jazz up everything from eggs to ice cream. It's made with three types of Mexican chilis, crunchy garlic, and shallots to add heat and texture to every bite — their tastebuds won't know what hit 'em. BuzzFeed editor Bek O'Connell really adores this jar of goodness: "I put this stuff on everything! It just makes food taste better. I highly recommend to any fellow spicy lovers looking for the perfect topping. This chili oil comes with seasoned salts, Mexican chilis, dried garlic, and shallots." Get it from Amazon for $10.39 (available in four flavors and as a multipack). 4. Rainbow drip taper candles that'll transform before their very eyes into a magical masterpiece as they burn — they can go ahead and put those boring old birthday candles aside. Promising review: " These have to be the coolest thing I have ever purchased. I have them in an empty wine bottle. I will be buying many more to cover the entire bottle in wax." — Bre Get them from Amazon for $6.99 . 5. COSRX Snail Mucin 96% Power Repairing Essence that’ll have them wondering if Gary the Snail has been the reason SpongeBob has been looking GOOOOOD for all of these years — it soothes damaged skin while also repairing dark spots and improving skin vitality. Promising review: "Um...WOW! I have used so many products to help with my dry, red, and inflamed skin. During the winter it is so hard to keep my skin moisturized through out the day. Within two days I saw such a huge difference. So calming and gives you a nice, moisturized glow. I feel so much better knowing my skin is healing. I will use this in my routine for the rest of my life!" — Christina A. Get it from Amazon for $19.50 . 6. A dimmable sad duck night-light guaranteed to bring a smile to their face each time they glance down at it. He'll not-so-happily become their daily desk companion. (We all need one, honestly.) Promising review : "I ordered this lamp because of its appearance. I didn't NEED a depressed duck lamp ... but it has totally filled a void in my life I didn't know existed. Everyone who sees it pokes it. The lamp is actually very functional. It's got a really nice set of brightness options and the glow is yellowish, which is much nicer than white in a dim/dark room. One thing that isn't mentioned in the description is that its legs are utterly floppy. It's terrific." — Literated Get it from Amazon for $15.99 . 7. Claw clips made to work with *all* hair types — yes, even if they've broken their hairbrush while trying to comb through your bedhead, they can rock one of these beauties! Promising review: "I have a LOT of hair and it’s pretty wavy and thick. I have a very hard time finding clips that can hold all of it. What’s nice about these particular clips is that the material is a little bit flexible . Usually the big clips are hard plastic and they’re constantly breaking. These won’t do that as they have some give to them and they clasp well. They have several colors that can coordinate with wardrobe. Glad I got them!!" — LeighAnn Get a pack of four from Amazon for $8.99+ (also available as a pack of eight and in three styles). 8. A set of the *new* lightweight wireless "floating" open-air earbuds designed to settle just over your ear instead of inside it. It might just be the perfect gift to your brother who's infamous for losing his headphones — and gets too in the zone when actually wearing said headphones. These keep you ~aware~ of what's going on around you. Reviewers who run or sweat a lot during workouts especially swear by these, because the flexible ear loops lock them in place! Check out a TikTok of the open air ear buds in action. Promising review: "Amazing sound quality! I have owned many headphones and none have been as good as these. There's always the problem with the in-ear ones that they tend to fall off, and the over-ear-ones are just too bulky or hurt to wear for long periods of time. And most importantly being able to wear them not only for audio but for calls too and have a good microphone. These headphones cover all of the above and more . They are lightweight, they don't bother my ears in any way, they don't fall off, they have a good mic, and no sound leaking at all!!!! Best purchase I've done! Now I'm tempted to try other headphones from Tozo ." — Cliente de Kindle Get it from Amazon for $45.99 (clip the $10 off coupon on the product page for this price; available in four colors). 9. A mug warmer because when it's cold outside there is nothing better than being able to wrap your hands around a hot bev — this lil' gadget won't take up much room at all and will ensure that their drink remains the perfect temperature. Promising review: "It's so nice to work on the computer and reach for the coffee ☕️ and it's still hot or warm your choice. Great buy." — Chip Wood Get it from Amazon for $19.98 . 10. And a Gilmore Girls mug if their life's goal is to drink as much coffee as Lorelai and Rory (good luck). Enter the Kirk TikTok sound : "I love your daughter" "What do you have to offer her?" "Nothing. Only this." This , being the mug, of course. Additionally, Silver Buffalo is a small business! Promising review: "It's a cup of happiness. LOL i believe there is a science in the mug you choose every morning for your coffee. Product wise, it is very good quality, colorful, dishwasher safe. Worth the purchase," — Dana Get it from Amazon for $25.99 . 11. An updated version of the Taylor Swift Little Golden Book fans will take one look and say I'm "enchanted to meet you." The new *~style~* comes with 22 (ooOoOh ooOoOh) bonus pages including stickers and fill-in-the-blank activities. You might find see a lil' Travis cameo within. 😉 I have this book (as pictured above) and by that I mean the second I saw it available for pre-order I added it to my cart faster than you could say "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together." As the parent of a 2-year-old and a 6-month-old, I have many Little Golden Books in my home. However, this one is just STUNNING. I'm a big fan of Taylor (obviously) but was really enamored by how beautiful the pages in the first version was — so, naturally, I had to get the updated version! It's a short book, looks cute on my daughter's shelf, and is a hit for bedtime story time with my son who has, ahem, been mildly encouraged to *also* love Taylor Swift. What more could you want??? Get it from Amazon for $8.78 . Note: If they're a diehard Taylor fan here are some other book options they might enjoy: The Story of Taylor Swift: An Inspiring Biography for Young Readers You Are Fearless: A Book for the Littlest Taylor Swift Fans Let's Meet Taylor: Story of the Superstar Taylor Swift Taylor Swift Style: Fashion Through the Eras 12. A set of LED lightsaber chopsticks that'll make their weekly sushi lunches just a bit more fun. Promising review: "I purchased these for a friend's birthday present (he is a sushi waiter) and these are flippin' AMAZING. I ordered two sets by mistake, but I am totally keeping the second pair for another gift (or for myself!). These are sure to be great conversation pieces and attention-getters. Way to go!" — T. Redwood Get two pairs from Amazon for $12.97 . 13. A sleek time-marked water bottle they'll love for its aesthetic — must-have for anyone who has been very meticulous about what they display on their desk. Arcana is a small business that sells stylish, practical water bottles. Promising review: "Saw it on TikTok and thought it would be a great bottle for work. It is very sleek and lightweight enough to carry when you have other items in your hand. I love the modern look and cleans very easily! The time increments really do motivate, definitely ordering again for myself and gifts. Fast delivery and very nice packaging." — Rosa Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in three colors and two sizes). 14. An "Awakened Artifacts" puzzle from the TikTok-famous Magic Puzzle Company for the hardcore puzzler in your life *or* someone who just needs to zone out and lock into something fun. And this is even better than a regular puzzle because once it's assembled, you can use the easter eggs to solve the puzzle 's puzzle. Promising review: "Bought this as soon as I got the email that it dropped on Amazon! Love this series and will continue to purchase them. Was it the most challenging puzzle? No, but that didn't take away from the fun of putting it together. Great artwork, wacky pieces, two posters, you just can't go wrong with a magic puzzle!" — Jennifer Lawton Get it from Amazon for $22.99 . This is one of 14 puzzles from the Magic Puzzle Company , so there's lots of other ~puzzling~ possibilities once this one's finished! 15. Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza — a card game they can play with their squad (turn it into a drinking game?!) on cold winter nights. You deal all the cards out to your two to four players, and everyone keeps their mini-deck face down. Everyone takes a turn putting a card down in the middle of the table, saying one of the words "taco," "cat," "goat," "cheese," and "pizza," in that order. If the picture on your card matches the word that's said, everyone slaps their hand on the card in a pile as quickly as possible. The last person on the pile has to take the stack and add 'em to their cards, and whoever runs out of cards first wins! Get it from Amazon for $9.95 . 16. A cleverly designed rechargeable electric candle lighter with a flexible neck to light every candle in their house to create the *perfect* ambiance without concern they'll run out of lighter fluid. Promising review: "I cook outside, and lighting a fire during wet and windy weather was a real pain. This lighter was a game changer! As long as the material is dry, this lighter will light regularly, consistently, and easily. Plus, it’s rechargeable! Love it!" — Sandra Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in seven colors and as a two-pack). 17. And a zodiac-inspired candle you can count on to make their home smell divine while also adding a pretty piece of decor to the room. Each one is adorned with three healing crystals and a crackling wood wick. Dancing Bear is a small business! Promising review: "I bought as a gift. Looks pretty, smells good and the crystals are lovely! Nice size and a great gift idea for someone hard to buy for. I will definitely be getting myself one!" — Lisa Menor Get it from Amazon for $19.95 (available in 24 styles). 18. A Birthdate pendant featuring gemstones and crystals based on their astrology and day of birth (obvs) because who doesn't love something customized JUST for them? Birthdate Co. is an Asian-owned small business! I have one of these necklaces and it really is gorgeous. I love layering it with other pieces of jewelry that I already own. I love that it comes with a complete explainer of each stone that is included in the necklace and why it was chosen. For example, my specific birth date features a sapphire (for presence of mind), a pearl (for purity), a white topaz (for focus and vision), and an emerald (my birth stone).Such a fun and special necklace anyone would be delighted to get as a gift! Get it from Birthdate Candles for $149 (available in gold or silver). 19. A " Grievance Journal ," aka a "burn book for the discerning misanthrope" that your friend with the darkest humor will find especially cathartic thanks to 52 prompts to express irritations over what's bothering them the most. Promising review : "Bought this intending to gift it to a friend but ended up getting really into the prompts and decided to keep it for myself. WOW, what an awesome way to vent and articulate the negativity you're feeling by actually forcing yourself to form coherent thoughts around your emotions. Cheaper and more effective than therapy, buying several more for friends and fam. " — Alex Get it from Amazon for $27.99 . If your recipient wants something a little less grim, check out this Burn After Writing book with a similar but lighter sentiment. 20. A handheld lamp they will surely find themselves *mooning* over each night. It'll bring a magical ambience to their room, just you wait. Check out a TikTok of the moon lamp in action. BuzzFeed writer Emma Lord is obsessed with this gadget: "UMMMM I bought this because it was on one of Amazon's top selling products pages for so long that I was like 'Why are people so obsessed with this moon!!' And now, my friends, I know. First of all, it really does look hyper realistically like a small moon and adds a chill vibe wherever you plant it. But it's also just so soothing to watch and have in the periphery . You can control dozens of different colors for it and either keep it on those colors or have them alternate, fade uickly, or fade gradually. It's super easy to charge and controlled by a remote, so you can move it off its stand and have it light up wherever you want. These days I tend to turn it on for my designed ~me time~ night every week, in which I will light a candle, pour a glass of red wine, read a romance novel, and, of course, light my lil' moon. Definitely one of my favorite 'the internet made me do it' purchases." Get it from Amazon for $19.98+ (available in six sizes). 21. A One Line a Day journal to provide anyone with a place to jot down a quick daily memory they can look back on for years to come — it'll last them five years! I was given one of these five years ago and it's become a cherished part of my nightly routine. The best part is when you get to the second year and can look back at what you did a year ago from that day. Promising review: "I am loving these journals! I got two — one for each of my boys (a baby and a toddler), and each day, I am writing down a short memory with each of them. I feel like it's the perfect solution for a tired mama who doesn't have time to journal pages and pages, but wants to hold onto sweet memories from when the kids are little . Can't wait to see how they grow over the five years contained in the journals!" — Kathy W. Kuegler Get it from Amazon for $15.26 . 22. A selfie-worthy carbonated clay mask that exfoliates blackheads along with other skin impurities while it bubbles up and looks downright hilarious. Promising review: "Wow! I purchased this on a whim after seeing one of my favorite YouTubers try it out. I didn't expect a lot from it. I tried it out and was shocked!!! The mask was simple (and fun) to use. I wasn't sure I felt a lot happening while it was on, but it was pretty cool how the bubbles started to grow off of my face. Upon inspection after using this mask I was completely amazed. My face felt cleaner than it has in a very long time AND my pores looked amazing! I don't remember a time when I felt like my pores looked great before using this mask. I would highly recommend this mask to anyone. It's also so much cheaper than the GlamGlow ones I have been using (and didn't see near these results from)." — Phil Textor Get it from Amazon for $8.65+ (available in multipacks). 23. Laneige glowy lip balm in a variety of delectable scents — regardless of whether you commit to "Gummy Bear" or "Grapefruit" you'll be rewarded with hydrated and soft lips all day long. Promising review: "I’ve been searching for the holy grail of lip balms, and THIS IS IT. Seriously. I’ve been on the hunt for years, using everything from fancy French balms to plain organic nut butter, and have always needed to reapply hourly. This stuff is magic. Just the tiniest dot is needed to keep my lips super soft and hydrated for hours, even through drinking and eating. The grapefruit smells great but isn’t overwhelming. I’ll never go back to anything else." — Spectacle Get it from Amazon for $19 (available in nine formulas). 24. A "Cup Cozy Pillow" — aka an absolute essential for achieving peak comfort goals in your pal's living room. It features a spot to hold their remote, two mugs, and two additional beverages. They honestly may never want to leave their couch again. Cup Cozy Pillow is a small business that specializes in family-friendly snack and drink organizers. Check out a TikTok of the Cup Cozy Deluxe Pillow in action. Promising review: "This thing is great! I’m home on maternity leave with my new baby and spend most of my time on the couch under a sleeping baby. This product makes it easy for me to keep my drinks, remote, etc close by even with dogs running around . It’s a little more expensive than I would have liked but it works and I love it so money well spent!" — Amber Get it from Amazon for $34.99 (available in eight styles). 25. A chunky knit chenille blanket to bury themselves under because it's simply that time of year – it comes in so many colors you'll absolutely be able to snag one that matches their room's vibe. It's also hypoallergenic *and* machine washable! It's big enough that the two of you can snuggle under it. Samiah Luxe is a small business! Promising review: "Love this look. Makes the room look and feel cozy. But then the blanket ACTUALLY is cozy! Super soft. Heavy. Warm. Worth the money." — Tracy W. Get it from Amazon for $49.99+ (available in three sizes and eight colors). 26. A foot heater for anyone with perpetually cold tootsies — fire this bad boy up, turn on The Great British Baking Show , and enjoy the warmth you’re guaranteed to feel from head-to-toe (literally). Promising review: "I love this product. It's well built, nice neutral colors to blend into my carpet so it's not an eyesore wherever I have it sitting. The fuzziness lends a cozy feel to it, as well. It offers a heat or no-heat setting and two directions for the shiatsu style massagers to work on your heels. The inside is roomy enough that you can even turn your feet on their side to get extra massage there as well. It's a gentle yet deep massage, so it's great for days where you've been standing for hours or walking on your feet a lot. I would recommend to anyone looking for a nice foot massager." — Gardener Get it from Amazon for $45.99 (available in two colors). 27. A self-stirring mug they can count on to flawlessly blend their sugar and creamer into their freshly brewed coffee. Check out a TikTok of the self-stirring mug in action. Promising review : "I'm a huge fan of coffee and I need it in daily life. Absolutely loving this new cup! Easy and quick to mix your coffee and milk, pretty handy! Cleaning the cup couldn't be easier with the self stirring function , just put a little dab of soap, fill the mug half way with water, turn it on and let it do its own thing." — Lina Get it from Amazon for $26.99 (available in five colors). 28. A sunrise alarm clock to wake them up so pleasantly they'll forget that they're supposed to be cranky about heading off to work. This lovely lil' gadget has seven different light settings, calming "wake up" noises, and can be set to gradually get brighter at 30, 20, or 10 minutes. Promising review: "I got this recommendation from TikTok and it really has helped especially with Oregon winters where the sun is not out by the time the alarm rings. It has several peaceful alarm settings and even has night music to put you to sleep. The sunrise with the alarm piano is what I play to wake me up every morning and it is a way better way than to wake up to an annoying phone alarm." — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $39.98 . 29. A Kindle for any lit lover whose main goal at all times is to plow through a *ton* of books on their TBR list — this will ensure they can have *tons* of books at their fingertips at all times. I have a Kindle and surprisingly have become a big fan of it — especially when traveling. While I absolutely prefer a hardcover book, it's nearly impossible to put more than two (which is a stretch in itself) in my suitcase along with my clothes, shoes, toiletries, etc. I read most of my books these days through the Libby app (all you need is a library card for access) which can be used via your phone or Kindle. No need to spend tons of money on novels when I simply am not someone who rereads them! This latest version sports a 7-inch glare-free screen and a battery that'll last WEEKS! Get it from Amazon for $159 (available in three colors and with/without lock screen ads). 30. A subscription to Book of the Month because there are few things as soothing to a bibliophile as cracking open a hardcover book while kicking back in the sunshine. They also offer audiobooks if that's more their speed! I was gifted a BOTM subscription many years ago and I've stayed loyal since! It's the only subscription service I've kept up with and gifted to different people. Each month your gift recipient will be permitted to choose from a selection of books (and more recently, audiobooks!), all of which are different genres. Then the book they select will be delivered to their door. Half of my beautifully color coordinated bookcase is filled with books from BOTM and I couldn't be happier! Get three months from Book of the Month for $59.99 . 31. A Renpho percussion massager — a must-have if they're forever complaining about the knots in their back and wishing they could take a daily trip to the spa. Check out a TikTok of the massager in action. Promising review: " I have tried EVERYTHING for my feet, nothing works and I am always in pain. It came, I tried it out, and I thought wow, that feels AWESOME. But the true test is how do you feel the next day right? You cannot always walk around with a massage gun in your hand. The next day, I felt AMAZING. AMAZING. I used it on my hubby's back too, and he said he felt so much better today as well! In addition, this one is way QUIETER than my original massage gun. It's just really a quality piece. You won't be disappointed in this one. It really is what it says. I know it is hard to choose from all the models on the internet, but this one is the real deal. It's worth the money if you have pain." — L Johnson Get it from Amazon for $89.99 (available in three colors). 32. A reviewer-beloved ~croc~ veggie chopper they can use to dice onions in a flash — save the uncontrollable crying for the next Hallmark holiday movie. It can also spiralize, slice, and chop! Promising review: "I bought this as a gift for my husband, who loves cooking AND crocodiles! He loves it! Best of all, it works great too. We’ve used it so many times, and the blades are still sharp. It’s easy to use and clean. Love it!" — Niki Mitchell Get it from Amazon for $34.99 . 33. Crayola Globbles , a fun lil' toy they can use to burn off some steam in between meetings or when they just need a quick mental break. Don't worry, they won't leave residue on their walls. Check them out on TikTok ! Promising review : " My daughter is 4 and plays with these DAILY! YES they do attract dirt and hair HOWEVER they are so easy to rinse off, it's not a big deal! We took these to a family gathering and ended up giving two away because they were SO loved! The two we gave away went to a 12-year-old and my 19-year-old brother. They discovered throwing them at the ceiling fan and watching them shoot across the room which was pretty entertaining! None of these have busted or ripped and they are definitely NOT gentle with them! I will definitely be buying more! " — Kindle Customer Get a pack of six from Amazon for $9.53+ (also available in a pack of 16). 34. A Baby Nessie Loose Leaf Tea Infuser they'll want to show off to everyone and anyone, but especially their roommate who doesn't "believe in silly fairytales." Promising review: "So stinking cute and works great. I had no loose tea in my cup at all. Easy to clean." — Adriane R. Get it from Amazon for $14.95 . 35. AirPod cases designed to look like a classic roll of Hubba Bubba Bubble Tape and a mini can of Arizona Green Tea — aka what they likely spent all of their allowance on in the '90s. Promising review: "I love these so freaking much!! They look exactly like the pictures. They fit and work great. They are protective and I love the fact that there’s already a clip on them. Great quality, the details and text are clear." — Raven Get them from Amazon for $8.99 . 36. Lightning earrings with flat backing so they can lay down on the couch for a snooze without being poked with every turn of their head. I have a number of piercings in my ears (including these!) and wear my Maison Miru earrings daily. They don't tarnish or feel too heavy — it's not even an issue to sleep or workout in them! They're one of my go-to brands for delicate jewelry. Get them from Maison Miru for $85+ (available in 18-karat gold or silver). 37. A ceramic mug and saucer set that'll help them get their head out of the clouds and come back down to earth with every sip of coffee they take. Caffeine is queen, baby. The mug and saucer are dishwasher and microwave safe. Promising review: "Perfect. I am literally obsessed!! I saw this in a TikTok video and the reality is even better." — Sev Luke Get it from Amazon for $23.98+ (available in 17 styles). 38. Butterfly bandages , because they're an adult and know a kiss won't actually make their scrape better, but a bandage that looks a hug from a butterfly just might. Hug-a-BooBoo is a small business — check their other fun themed bandages here! Promising review: "The cutest and strongest bandaids I ever bought! My niece loves butterflies so I figured these are the perfect ones for her. It comes in a variety of colors and are super easy and comfortable to put on. They are excellent for young kids and adults who love butterflies. 🦋❤️" — Michelle Get a box of 24 from Amazon for $7.99 . 39. A "Gracula" garlic crusher they might accidentally mistake for a children's toy — but it's so much more! With a few twists they can use it to mince garlic, ginger, nuts, chilis, and herbs. See, no need to be afraid of this mythical creature. Promising review: "I love this little guy. I found him on a BuzzFeed list and had to have it as soon as I saw it! I’ve minced as many as five cloves in it in seconds. It’s a little tricky getting all of the garlic out once minced (I use a silicone basting brush to get most of it but I always use more than the recipe calls for anyway so it’s not a deal breaker). Cleanup is a breeze because he goes right in the dishwasher! " — Barbie Get it from Amazon for $18.95 . 40. A Bluetooth speaker with an adorable '90s feel to it they can program with fun pixelated messages, a clock, and animations galore! This lil' gadget has RGB-backlit buttons and, of course, has the ability to play music and podcasts. Check out an unboxing TikTok from @thatkawaiigrl ! BuzzFeed editor Jenae Sitzes loves hers! You can read more on why it's one of her favorite pieces of desk decor here . Promising reviews : "I actually impulsively purchased this because I saw it on TikTok. I have had it for a little over a month now, and it is actually the best item I have purchased in a while. I admit, there is a slight learning curve when setting it up because there is not a clear-cut instructions guide for all of the features, but once you figure it out, it’s so worth it. It is really multifunctional and you can customize it to your liking. I really love the mini games feature on here, like Tetris and Snake , because they all bring back childhood memories for me. My favorite part is the fact that it works as a speaker and when I play music, I can have little videos sync to the music. Who knew a tiny little speaker could bring me so much joy. It is a bit pricy though, but it is just so cute. If you’re looking for a sign to buy this, here’s your sign." — Khuyen Nguyen Get it from Amazon for $79.99 (available in five colors). 41. A darling glass water jug adorned in daisies that are s'cute they'll make them long for springtime all the time. Promising review: "Bought this to encourage my girlfriend to drink more water and it worked lol. And she's always telling me how she gets compliments from the 'girlies' in college lol. A great purchase." — Azi Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in six styles). 42. A set of moisturizing animal-themed sheet masks they won't be able to resist belly laughing over when they apply them — they can team up with their friends for a very strange spa night and get those giggles out! Promising review : "I bought these to do a spa day with my niece. We had so much fun, and my face was soft for days afterward. I enjoyed them so much that I bought them again and gave them out for Christmas. Then I bought another set for myself and even shared with co-workers. I don't think it is just the facemask that makes my face look brighter, but also the joy and fun of the prints when you wear them with family and friends. " — Nina M Munoz-Najera Get a set of six from Amazon for $13.75 (available in six packs). 43. A jewelry box designed to look like a frosted cake you'd imagine a toddler diving into hands-first on their birthday. It's likely what you would find in the dictionary next to "pretty in pink" and simply deserves a spot in their home. 2FACEDCAKES is a small business that sells nostalgic, handmade jewelry boxes. Promising review: "It’s even better than I could have hoped!!! I am obsessed with it" — kateeherald Get it from 2FACEDCAKES on Etsy for $46+ (available with or without glitter and with customization of the piping color/wording). 44. A pair of Apple AirPods Pro with noise cancellation to ensure their next flight is, in fact, a peaceful one. Thanks to these bad boys they can blast Taylor Swift for hours, watch endless episodes of Real Housewives and block out the sound of their annoying neighbor's snoring. They come with three sizes of silicone tips to comfortably fit your ears and a charging case that provides more than 24 hours of listening time. I absolutely could not live without these — the noise canceling is absolutely essential for working from home (with kids). I swear by these babies. BuzzFeed Shopping writer Emma Lord loves these: "I have a pair of these, and they're not playing around. Once they're securely in your ear, you can toggle the headphones between noise-cancelling and regular sound, depending on your situation. I've been working from home, and the noise canceling is so effective that I can work next to a window where my neighbor is doing heavy construction and I don't hear anything louder than a faint buzzing. It's quieter than if I'd just plugged my ears with my own fingers. I'm also a runner, and these don't budge when you're sweating, which is nice. It's also handy that these toggle out of noise-cancellation mode, because I feel better being able to hear traffic and other people around me when I'm out and about. The TL;DR is: I love these so much I have zero interest in owning another pair of headphones for as long as I live. " For more, read her full AirPod Pros review ! Get them from Amazon for $245 . 45. Or a pair of Beats Studio Pro wireless headphones you might want to say "screw it" and buy for yourself while you’re already filling your cart with gifts for everyone else. *Extremely Martin Short voice* "I like your Beats." Promising review: "Sounds quality is so good, sometimes it made my head hurt and ears bc of the fit, but it’s kinda comfortable, it’s very loud, and the bass is good. Noise-canceling is so good, I be thinking the earth is quiet, but it’s just the headphones that make it sound like that." — Lolo Get them from Amazon for $249.99 (available in eight colors) 46. A Nintendo Switch OLED with a 7-inch screen, a wide adjustable stand, enhanced audio, and an overall pleasant gaming experience they'll be thrilled to play. They can kickstart their "cozy gamer" lifestyle by purchasing soothing games like Disney Dreamlight Valley or take a more ambitious approach with The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom . I have the Nintendo Switch OLED and am a big fan! My husband has the original Switch and I have the Switch Lite, but this newest version has definitely made a good impression on me. I wasn't always enthused with the original version (my hands are small!) but, despite this one being similar in size, the OLED feels a lot lighter and easy to hold. The colors are the screen are beautiful and *so* clear. It connects very easily to the TV, so you can play multiplayer games at any time! Promising review: "Starting off The OLED switch takes things to the next level. I used to play a lot of Mario games many years before, and I didn’t think I’d ever go back to playing Mario again. Nintendo has made it easy to play a lot of my favorite Mario games from back in the day through the online store. Amazon helped ensure that I had confidence with the delivery of my package, they sent me an OTP password through email to help ensure my package was delivered to the right person. I am very grateful to Amazon for helping provide me with a wonderful experience." — Jose A. Hernandez Get it from Amazon for $349 (available in two styles). 47. An iconic espresso martini phone case so they can look the part when they send out the weekly group text to rally the troops for tinis. Promising review: "Absolutely love this case! Looks even cuter in person that it does already online and I know my phone is well protected with it. A win win!" — Mary G. Get it from Velvet Caviar for $28 (available for iPhone and Galaxy devices and in four other designs). 48. A Ninja Creami they can use to pretend they're Cinderella's Fairy Godmother and turn a handful of ingredients into a delectable frozen treat. My apologies to Ben and Jerry, because they'll be whipping up their own dessert from here on out. Yuuuum! Check out a TikTok of the Ninja Creami in action. All you have to do put your fave foods into the containers and freeze them. After 24 hours in the freezer, hook up your machine, select the appropriate preset, and you'll have a yummy treat. Oh! And the containers, lids, and paddle are top-rack dishwasher safe. Check out what BuzzFeed Shopping contributor Jessica Hall thinks of it: "As a wannabe fitness girly, I have started paying a bit more attention to the foods I eat, specifically in terms of how much protein I eat. I find it to be somewhat difficult to consume my full day's worth of protein, and I am not a huge fan of protein bars or protein shakes. I decided to give this thing a try after seeing it literally all over TikTok and how people were making lower calorie protein ice cream in it. The TikTok influencers are *not* lying, you should absolutely get this thing. It comes with little pints, you mix up all your ingredients, pop it in the freezer for 24 hours and then put it in the machine. It legit makes a delicious treat with such a ~creamy~ texture. I have found my best recipe so far is a vanilla protein shake, a little bit of sugar free pudding mix (the fats in it help the texture...at least that's what the Internet told me, so obvi I believe it), and a dash of vanilla extract. Once that's all mixed, I'll throw in some Oreos or M&Ms to have myself a high-protein version of a McFlurry. You can also make delicious smoothie bowls, sorbets, milkshakes, and more. I definitely imagine I'll be using it even more often in the summer when it's hot and I want something cold and refreshing." Promising review: "Everyone needs a Ninja Creami. We love ours! I have made cherry, banana, raspberry, and blueberry sorbets plus churro and chocolate ice cream. The recipe book is full of easy-to-make recipes. Easy to clean and simple to use . Just push a button and then a minute later you have ice cream!" — julie krueger Get it from Amazon for $179.99 . 49. And a delicate initial necklace for anyone who prefers simple jewelry they can wear every day. Get your own initial, your partner's, your little one's, or allllll of the above! ...or so you can scream-sing the Taylor Swift lyrics "I want to wear his initial on a chain 'round my neck not because he owns me but 'cause he really knows me." Either way! Fab item. Promising review: "The best necklace I’ve ever had!!! It’s the perfect size and length, so dainty! I was worried about the gold fading (because it’s so wonderfully affordable) but it hasn’t — not even a little bit!!! I’ve worn it every single day for about a month now, even accidentally wore it in a pool for a little bit but nothing happened and it’s never been damaged! Has become such a staple for me and my everyday outfit, don’t feel complete without it anymore. Would highly recommend and will be buying another if this one ever breaks!!" — Brittany Burrahm Get it from Amazon for $13.99 (available in 26 letters and 2 styles). Some reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.
How a crash on New Year’s Day 2021 has led to attempts to equip vehicles with blood alcohol monitoring systems. Related Articles Crime and Public Safety | Five facts about electric vehicles in 2024 Crime and Public Safety | Thinking of buying an EV? You might want to move quickly Crime and Public Safety | ‘Alarming’ new car prices push Bay Area buyers toward used vehicles, but they’re pricey, too Crime and Public Safety | Car insurance premiums are rising: Which Bay Area cities pay more? Crime and Public Safety | California’s lemon law changes mean fewer protections for car buyers On Friday Jan. 1, 2021, a sport utility vehicle was traveling near Avenal in central California while a pickup truck — occupied by a driver and seven passengers, ranging in age from 6 to 15 years old — was traveling north on State Route 33. The SUV accelerated to a speed between 88 and 98 mph, then it ran off the shoulder to the right. The driver overcorrected to the left and the SUV crossed the centerline into the other lane, directly in front of the oncoming pickup truck. The SUV and pickup truck collided head-on and the truck immediately caught fire. The SUV driver and all eight (seven children) pickup truck occupants died. National Transportation Safety Board investigators found that the SUV driver had a high level of alcohol intoxication and was operating at an excessive speed. The issues of impaired driving and excessive speeding are both on the NTSB’s Most Wanted List of Transportation Safety Improvements. “Technology could’ve prevented this heartbreaking crash — just as it can prevent the tens of thousands of fatalities from impaired driving and speeding-related crashes we see in the U.S. annually,” said NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy. “We need to implement the technologies we have right here, right now to save lives.” With all the public service announcements and money spent on education and prevention, alcohol-related fatalities in the U.S. have increased over the past several years. The NTSB pushed legislation in the Investment and Infrastructure and Jobs Act (of 2021) that new vehicles sold in the U.S., as soon as 2026, to be equipped with passive alcohol detection systems . Passive alcohol detection systems are still in the developmental stages. The Department of Transportation is allowed to extend the period for mandatory implementation of these sensors, if technically necessary.Several legal groups such as the ACLU have voiced concern over how the data from these systems would be used. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says on its website that “in order to be considered for widespread deployment, the Driver Alcohol Detection System technology must be seamless, accurate, and precise, and unobtrusive to the sober driver. It must also be proven reliable to be installed in the vehicle fleet and publicly favorable.” Unlike the systems currently mandated by states for drivers convicted of DUI offenses, which require them to breathe into a tube before starting their vehicles, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and 17 automakers have been developing and testing a passive breath test and a touch-based system that uses infrared light to measure the blood alcohol level through the skin as part of the Driver Alcohol Detection System for Safety program. These systems would work by continually monitoring the alcohol level of the driver with sensors located near the steering wheel. The system would constantly monitor the driver’s breath in an unobtrusive manner. If the unit detects an elevated blood alcohol content level, the vehicle will become inoperable. Alcohol-impaired-driving fatalities were highest in Texas (1,495), followed by California (1,159) and Florida (871), and lowest in the District of Columbia (7). The percentage of alcohol-impaired-driving fatalities among total traffic fatalities in states ranged from a high of 45% (Montana) to a low of 21% (the District of Columbia, Mississippi and Utah), compared to the national average of 30%. Of the 42,514 traffic fatalities in 2022, there were an estimated 13,524 people (32%) killed in alcohol-impaired-driving crashes. The number of people killed in the U.S. by alcohol-related accidents in 2022 is more than 46 fully-loaded Boeing 757s (289 passengers each). Cannabis: As of April 2023, 38 U.S. states had legalized medical marijuana and 23 had legalized its recreational use. It’s illegal everywhere to drive impaired by the drug. Sources: University of Indiana; California Department of Motor Vehicles; MADD, NTSB, The Associated Press, Driver Alcohol Detection SystemKorea set to maintain on-year export gains in December: trade minister