NoneNEW YORK , Dec. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Report with market evolution powered by AI - The global stock music market size is estimated to grow by USD 650.4 million from 2024 to 2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 8.09% during the forecast period. The report provides a comprehensive forecast of key segments below- Segmentation Overview License Model 1.1 Royalty-free 1.2 Rights managed End-user 2.1 Television 2.2 Film 2.3 Radio 2.4 Advertising 2.5 Others Geography 3.1 North America 3.2 Europe 3.3 APAC 3.4 South America 3.5 Middle East and Africa Get a glance at the market contribution of rest of the segments - Download a FREE Sample Report in minutes! 1.1 Fastest growing segment: Royalty-free (RF) music refers to the permission to use copyrighted materials without paying recurring royalties or license fees. RF music allows for one-time payment, regardless of usage frequency, number of copies sold, or timeframe. Traditionally, RF music was popular for TV productions due to its ease of use and elimination of complex licensing processes. With the rise of digital distribution, RF music adoption, benefiting both composers and buyers. Numerous websites offer a vast selection of RF music across various genres, making it a convenient choice for producers. RF music's affordability fuels the growth of the global stock music market, as it offers legal access to a wide range of musical content without the need for copyright infringement. Analyst Review The Stock Music Market is a dynamic and evolving industry that caters to the diverse audio needs of various sectors, from Millennials to corporations. Technology and social media have revolutionized the way we consume and create music, making music libraries an essential resource for content creators in the entertainment business. From TV and films to advertisements, video games, and corporate production, the demand for authentic and high-quality music is at an all-time high. The gig economy has given rise to a new generation of multimedia artists, providing them with an opportunity to monetize their creations through stock music platforms. Genres and styles vary widely, catering to the unique needs of different industries and audiences. The user base of streaming services and digital advertising continues to grow, making online marketing and podcasting increasingly important channels for reaching consumers. The Stock Music Market is a thriving business that is here to stay. Market Overview The Stock Music Market is a dynamic and evolving industry that caters to the growing demand for authentic and high-quality music in various sectors. With millennials leading the charge, technology and social media have revolutionized the way music is consumed and shared. Music libraries have become essential resources for content creators in TV, films, advertisements, video games, corporate production, and the entertainment business. Stock music producers offer licenses, attribution, and exploitable rights to market participants, enabling a diverse range of businesses to access original music for their brand assets. Affluent consumers, cultural change agents, touring musicians, and local musicians all contribute to this vibrant ecosystem. Brands like Coca-Cola and Budweiser have embraced music as a powerful branding tool, creating iconic brand anthems and sponsoring music festivals. The digital element has transformed the industry, with streaming services, podcasting, and online marketing leading the charge. Editing tools and platforms have made it easier for professionals to integrate music into their multimedia content, from magazines and newspapers to instore activations and digital efforts. The market continues to grow, fueled by media spending and the unified approach to platform integration. To understand more about this market- Download a FREE Sample Report in minutes! 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 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. This growing client base relies on Technavio's comprehensive coverage, extensive research, and actionable market insights to identify opportunities in existing and potential markets and assess their competitive positions within changing market scenarios. Contacts Technavio Research Jesse Maida Media & Marketing Executive US: +1 844 364 1100 UK: +44 203 893 3200 Email: media@technavio.com Website: www.technavio.com/ View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/stock-music-market-to-grow-by-usd-650-4-million-from-2023-2028--report-on-ai-redefining-market-landscape---technavio-302328795.html SOURCE Technavio © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.
Carvana CVNA has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 7.82% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 21.53%. Currently, Carvana has a market capitalization of $32.25 billion. Buying $1000 In CVNA: If an investor had bought $1000 of CVNA stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $2,629.95 today based on a price of $250.95 for CVNA at the time of writing. Carvana's Performance Over Last 5 Years Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time. This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor. © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.Another National Women’s Soccer League team announcement is imminent, with commissioner Jessica Berman announcing the three finalists for the league’s 16th team on Friday. Ahead of the NWSL championship, Berman sat down with reporters to speak on the state of the league. During that time, she revealed that Cincinnati, Cleveland and Denver are all finalists for expansion. The announcement comes on the heels of Cincinnati announcing on Thursday that WNBA superstar Caitlin Clark had joined its ownership group . Prior to the Clark announcement, ESPN had reported that Cincinnati is being considered a favorite due to its ownership group being led by MLS side FC Cincinnati and existing infrastructure. Already, a stadium purpose-built for soccer, the 26,000-seat TQL Stadium, exists and has played host to a number of USWNT games in the past. “Her accomplishments and contributions to women’s sports is incredible, historic. It’s changed the game for everyone, and she’s amazing,” Berman told reporters Friday, about Clark. “Having her interest in the NWSL is an honor. We couldn’t be more excited about her having shared her own personal story about having been a young soccer player and loving the game. “Her messaging around being a multi-sport athlete is so important for young kids who aspire to be just like her, and the future is bright for how we could potentially work with her or others who are influencers and interested in engaging and growing our league.” Should either Cleveland or Denver be selected, they would begin play in temporary stadiums with intent to build permanent homes. Already, the Cleveland group has partnered with Cleveland Metroparks to acquire a 13.6-acre lot near Progressive Field, home to the MLB’s Cleveland Guardians, to build a stadium. No such plans have been revealed for Denver, and Berman did not provide an update on potential details surrounding a stadium in the Mile High city. No matter which team is selected, the 16th expansion team will launch in 2026 along Boston’s previously announced expansion team. On Friday, Berman said all three teams have begun operating under the assumption that they would be awarded said expansion team in order to make such a launch — with a 15-month runway — possible. “We don’t have any concerns about their ability to be ready,” she said. “And the league is resourced to be able to support for that launch period to ensure that they have a successful launch.” With the expansion draft being eliminated under the league’s new Collective Bargaining Agreement, Berman said that club’s are learning how to adapt to the new system. The league, meanwhile, is “developing mechanisms to ensure that those teams can be competitive.” In other topics from Friday’s press conference... On growth: For the third-straight year, the NWSL experienced rapid growth on all fronts. Berman announced on Friday that the league’s addressable audience has reached 46 million people — a 36 percent increase YOY. Additionally, the league broke the attendance record with 2 million people attending throughout the season, a 47% increase from last year. That averaged out to roughly 11,250 people per game. In the first year of the league’s new media rights deal, which included games being available to watch on national television for the first time, viewership reached more than 14 million total across every single game. Across six matches in the playoffs so far, more than 2 million people tuned in. From a social perspective, the league grew its followers by 111% and engagement by 57%. On support for minority groups post-election: “Whether Trump was president or Kamala was President, we’re committed to the values of our league, and we stand for inclusivity, excellence and unity, and we’re going to continue to live by our values and support everyone in our ecosystem, inclusive of our fans, our players, our employees in every community where we operate. “We’re committed to ensuring that our players and our staff get all of their needs met, whether that’s health care, other protections around mental health, any support that anyone in our ecosystem needs, they will get.” Leagues “have to create stars” like Caitlin Clark: When asked about takeaways from the WNBA’s banner year, Berman cited the need to create stars like Clark and relatability for fans. “I think the takeaways from the WNBA’s success are clear. Number one, you have to create stars. You have to help fans to relate to these incredible athletes, in order to drive people to prioritize watching and attending games and really reach beyond your core audience. That happened for them, and it’s resulted in incredible growth for the WNBA, which has effectively been a rising tide for all of women’s sports. “I think the second takeaway, which is also really important, is that this didn’t come out of nowhere. I know I’ve heard Commissioner Engelbert and others at the WNBA talk about the fact that Caitlin Clark has been emerging as a star for three straight seasons. Of course, she transcended this year and reached the average American. Everyone, I think, knows who she is and knows where she plays, which is incredible. But it was a build over several years. These things don’t happen overnight. It takes time to build the kind of authentic stars and stories that will resonate the way that she has.” On the future of the Summer Cup: “As it relates to Liga MX Femenil, we’re really excited for the beginnings of what we have done together, and we think the future is bright for us to be able to continue working together. We are the foundational drivers of the professional game in this region, and we collectively take that responsibility very seriously. We continue to work closely with them on the ways in which we can continue to build on the momentum that we began this year, which was a first of its kind in the women’s game, and we think there are a lot of opportunities with them. Otherwise, we have regular conversations with the Northern Super League, who’s launching in the spring in Canada. “I’ll give a shout out to Diana Matheson, who’s a former NWSL player, who we support and are excited to see be successful. It’s not easy to launch a league, so we will be here to make sure that we do everything we can to create the environment that she can create a league that will allow for our entire region to continue to rise as we think about the international game.” On San Diego Wave FC: “Across our ecosystem, our policies and our procedures are available to everyone, players, technical staff and employees, and through our processes, we investigate and take action on any complaints that are brought to our attention. We remain committed to ensuring that those policies are enforced and education exists for everyone to make sure that they know that we are here to support them in all ways that they need. ... The investigations that we’ve done in the past, universally, to the extent there was any misconduct identified, it was actioned.” On North Carolina Courage sale and allegations of sexual harassment against Mark Lasry: “Ownership that comes into the league is vetted through our robust process and due diligence and that would be no different for that circumstance. We don’t have any news to report about that transaction.” On growing infrastructure: “There’s probably nothing more important than our teams controlling their own destiny, both from a stadium and a training facility perspective. It is very high priority for me and my office to identify ways to continue to create more circumstances where CPKC Stadium is not the only or the last purpose built stadium. “There’s a strong interest in investing in infrastructure for women through the recognition that men’s sports have grown the way they have over the last 50 years because of that seed investment that went into infrastructure. Although I don’t have any specific news to share, we will be issuing and are currently working on a white paper that will make clear what the community benefit is, both from a social as well as economic perspective, to investing in purpose built infrastructure for women’s sports. “We’re also thinking about it from a training facility perspective, and when we look at the changes that have happened just in recent years, only this season, we actually brought in three situations, three cities, where our teams are now in dedicated buildings and training facilities in Utah, Seattle and Angel City recently announced, and it’s also, I believe, been announced, and to come in the coming years, in the short term, Portland, Bay and Boston. It’s going to become the norm from a training facility perspective, and on the stadium front we’re going to work to solve it as quickly as we can.” On the future of club academies: “I think what you’ll see in the NWSL beginning as soon as 2025 is a stake in the ground around the pathway to pro and an iterative process year over year where we’ll be really intentional about the place in the ecosystem where our investment will make the biggest impact.” Berman also cited Michele Kang’s recent $30 million investment in U.S. Soccer , which will primarily target the youth development system, saying that the league will “work really hard to ensure that we’re working in lockstep with U.S. Soccer, making sure to complement and not compete in any places.” This article first appeared on The Equalizer and was syndicated with permission.
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Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — In losing Sunday’s battle with the Buffalo Bills, perhaps the best team in football, Jerod Mayo won the war. Best I can tell, he’s staying put. For 2025, and maybe beyond. To his angry fan base and incredulous pockets of the New England Patriots’ media corps, remember Mayo’s future doesn’t hinge on winning this season. It’s not about what you want, or what I think. It’s about the Krafts, who hand-picked Mayo to succeed Bill Belichick four and a half years before he actually did, believing in him, and finding reasons to maintain that belief. In the eyes of someone who wants to believe, Sunday supplied enough reason. The Patriots led at halftime, then lost by three as 14-point underdogs. They became the first team since mid-October to hold the Bills under 30 points. 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If that sounds like a low bar, that’s because it is. Such is life in Year 1 of a rebuild, a multi-year process ownership has committed to seeing through to the end with their organizational pillars now in place: Mayo, Maye and de facto GM Eliot Wolf. As frustrating as this 3-12 campaign has been, there are always nuggets of optimism amid the rubble of a losing season; particularly if you want to find them. The Krafts do, and so does Maye, who loves his head coach, by the way; calling questions about Mayo’s job security “BS.” “We’ve got his back,” Maye said post-game. Maye’s voice matters. Certainly more than any number of fans or media members. Ever since media-fueled speculation that Mayo could get canned at the end of his first season began rising, the caveat has always been the same: if, a Gillette Stadium-sized “if,” the Patriots bomb atomically down the stretch, ownership could pull the plug on Mayo. NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport became the latest to join that chorus Sunday with this pregame report: “The Krafts want to keep Jerod Mayo,” he said. “They believe he is the leader for the organization for the future, and they knew it would be a multi-year process to get this thing right. Now if things go off the rails, if they really start to struggle and he loses the locker room the last couple games of the season, we’ve seen this thing turn. “But as of now, the Patriots believe Jerod Mayo is their leader for the future.” Well, Mayo hasn’t lost the locker room. That’s a fact. To a man, both in public and from those I’ve spoken to in private, Patriots players believe in their head coach. Mayo might be a players’ coach, yes, in the best and worst senses. But the Patriots were a few plays away Sunday from pulling off their largest upset since Super Bowl XXXVI. “I think we’re building something good,” Maye said. The Patriots also played their best half of football this season against their toughest opponent yet. Another fact. Now, to the frustrated, I am with you. To the shocked, I understand. But to the trigger-happy, lay down your arms. Mayo, by all accounts, is returning in 2025. Alex Van Pelt, however, is another story. In the same vein that the Krafts could have viewed Sunday’s performance as a reason to save Mayo — despite his pathetic punt at midfield, down 10 with just eight and a half minutes left — they could have convinced themselves their offensive coordinator is the real problem. After all, team president Jonathan Kraft was visibly exasperated over Van Pelt’s play-calling during the Pats’ loss at Arizona a week earlier. Four days later, Van Pelt told reporters he had yet to hear from his boss. Well, that time may be coming. Trailing by three in the fourth quarter Sunday, Van Pelt called a pass that resulted in an unnecessary lateral and game-winning touchdown for Buffalo. His offense later operated like it was taking a Sunday drive with the game on the line, using up 3:16 of the final 4:19 en route to its final touchdown. Van Pelt, finally, weaponized Maye’s legs in critical situations, something that arguably should have been done weeks ago. Not to mention, Van Pelt’s top running back can’t stop fumbling, and the offensive line remains a hot mess. Call him Alex Van Fall Guy. Because Van Pelt’s offense, for the first time in a while, under-performed relative to Mayo’s defense. On merit, he deserves to stay; a case that’s harder to make for defensive coordinator DeMarcus Covington. But it’s not about merit this season. It’s not about what you want. It’s not about what I think. It’s about the Krafts; what they see, what they want, what they believe. Even in defeat. ____ Sent weekly directly to your inbox!TALKING TRASH: LUCKY ENERGY DEBUTED AT ART BASEL
"We found no evidence in the materials we reviewed or the testimony we received showing or suggesting that the FBI had undercover employees in the various protest crowds, or at the Capitol, on January 6," Justice Department inspector general Michael Horowitz said in an 88-page report. Thousands of Trump supporters stormed the US Capitol on January 6 in a bid to prevent congressional certification of Democrat Joe Biden's election victory. Right-wing media and even some Republican lawmakers have spuriously claimed that undercover FBI agents provoked the attack on Congress, which followed a fiery speech by Trump in which he falsely claimed the election had been stolen. The inspector general said that while no undercover FBI agents were present at the Trump rally or the Capitol, 26 FBI informants known as confidential human sources (CHS) were in Washington at the time. Three of the informants had been tasked with reporting on domestic terrorist suspects while the others were there on their own. "None of these FBI CHSs were authorized to enter the Capitol or a restricted area, or to otherwise break the law on January 6, nor was any CHS directed by the FBI to encourage others to commit illegal acts on January 6," the report said. The inspector general also said there had been an intelligence-gathering failure by the FBI ahead of the January 6 attack. "While the FBI undertook significant efforts to identify domestic terrorism subjects who planned to travel to the Capital region on January 6," the report said, "the FBI did not take a step that could have helped the FBI and its law enforcement partners with their preparations. "Specifically, the FBI did not canvass its field offices in advance of January 6, 2021, to identify any intelligence, including CHS reporting, about potential threats to the January 6 Electoral Certification," it said. FBI deputy director Paul Abbate was quoted as saying this was a "basic step that was missed" in "understanding the threat picture prior to January 6." Trump was impeached by the Democratic-majority House of Representatives following the attack on the Capitol, but acquitted by the Senate. He is to return to the White House on January 20 after defeating Vice President Kamala Harris in the November presidential election. More than 1,500 people have been charged in connection with the assault on Congress. Trump has lauded them as "patriots" and "political prisoners" and pledged to pardon many of them when he returns to the White House. cl/stPublic Storage stock underperforms Wednesday when compared to competitors
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SIR Mo Farah has allegedly been hounded for money by the man whose name he took. The Olympic hero, 41, offered to help the other Mo, after a 2022 TV show but it ended in emotional blackmail, it is claimed. A source said: “It’s so sad.” Sir Mo claims he has had to change his phone number after “incessant demands” for cash from his namesake. The four-time Olympic gold medallist took the name of a child called Mo Farah when he was illegally trafficked to the UK aged nine. Sir Mo promised to stay in touch, and it is understood he has sent up to £5,000 to his namesake. READ MORE ON SIR MO FARAH But the other Mo, 40, and around ten others are alleged to have hassled him for money after getting hold of the long-distance star’s mobile number. Sources say Sir Mo sees it as emotional blackmail, and has not spoken to his namesake for months. A source said: “Sir Mo felt he was being harassed and hounded. “He has taken a step back. He didn’t want to make a big fuss but thought it better to not engage. Most read in Athletics “He has had to change his phone number. It’s unfair Sir Mo is having to deal with this. “He feels he’s the victim. He is just tired, and thinks it’s so sad.” The pair were brought together in BBC’s The Real Mo Farah in which Sir Mo revealed he was trafficked to the UK after his dad died in Somalia’s civil war and his mum sent him and twin Hassan to live with family. The athlete revealed his name is actually Hussein Abdi Kahin and that he took “Mo Farah” from a child’s passport used to fly him to Heathrow in 1993 . He has had to change his phone number. It’s unfair Sir Mo is having to deal with this. He feels he’s the victim Later in the show, Sir Mo tracked his namesake to Istanbul, Turkey, where he was studying. But the real Mo now says they have not spoken since December 2023 and claims Sir Mo reneged on a promise to get him a visa. Speaking from his home in Somalia’s capital Mogadishu, the other Mo said: “Mo got what he wanted and now he doesn’t care whether I live or die. He made a lot of promises and said he would stop using my name and give me my name back. “He told me he wanted to stop living a lie, but he is still living a lie. “He said he would help me get a tourist visa so I could visit my mum in England , but I’ve spent two years waiting and nothing has happened.” Sir Mo became the world’s greatest long-distance runner winning double golds in London 2012 and Rio 2016, and shares four children with wife Tania. But his namesake’s life has been beset with tragedy. The other Mo said: “My mother left, I was left with her older sister Amina in Nairobi, and when she died from kidney failure in 2005, my world fell apart. “I wanted to become a cricketer. I went for trials for Kenya under-19s and would have had much more opportunity if I’d taken the visa and moved to England .” The other Mo only discovered his link with Sir Mo after the 2012 Olympics. He said: “Some uncles were visiting from the UK, they said, ‘Do you know the athlete, Mo Farah? Do you know he is using your name?’ I couldn’t believe it. “I’d watched him on TV and clapped for him when he was heading to the finish saying, ‘Go, Mo’. “I was a big fan. But even then I didn’t try to get in touch with him. “The first time we spoke was when Sir Mo’s adopted aunt Kinsi contacted me on Facebook and said, ‘‘Mo is looking for you. He is going to give you everything. He’s going to give you back your name and take you abroad’. It is not Mo’s responsibility to be looking after the son of people who mistreated him and trafficked him to the UK “We kept in touch by phone after that and, after the documentary came out the TV crew kept me hidden in a hotel for six weeks to make sure no one could find me. “One BBC producer even discussed making a second documentary in which I would get to meet Sir Mo in London, but that didn’t happen.” Last night sources close to Sir Mo painted a different picture of why the relationship has broken down. An insider said: “Sir Mo has sympathy. This man was also a casualty of events out of his control as a child. But it is not Mo’s responsibility. The people who were adults and responsible for them clearly didn’t do their jobs properly. “But it certainly wouldn’t be appropriate for Mo to use his influence on any UK immigration policy or process. Quite the opposite. “This isn’t Mo’s job to sort out. That said, on a personal level, Mo has been in contact with Somali Mo for a number of years. “Communication ceased in the summer when Mo had to distance himself. Anytime there’s something on Mo’s socials, when it might look like he has had some kind of financial gain, a deal with Nike or whatever, they are demanding why has he not sent money.” Last night the other Mo insisted: “I’m not a bad person. There is no way I would tell anyone to hound him. I didn’t give anyone his number so I don’t know who has been doing this. It’s not anyone in my family. Read More on The US Sun “The last time I messaged him I said, ‘If you don’t want to answer my call, it’s OK. You do what is best for you, I’ll do what’s best for me’.” Sir Mo was approached for comment. By Joe Morgan NATIONAL treasure Sir Mo Farah shocked the country when he admitted lying about his identity all his life, saying: “The truth is I’m not who you think I am.” He revealed on TV two years ago that his real name was Hussein Abdi Kahin and he was trafficked into the UK as a child after his dad was killed in Somalia’s civil war. The running great and father of three told BBC1 documentary The Real Mo Farah: “I want to feel normal and not feel like you’re holding on to something.” The Sun, right, reported Sir Mo feared being stripped of his citizenship for lying on his application but politicians joined celebrities in rallying round.Oladimeji Mercy Esther, a 19-year-old 300-level Science Laboratory Technology student of the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso, has been crowned Miss Oyo State 2024. She won the prize on Sunday night at a ceremony attended by several dignitaries, including the First Lady of Oyo State, Mrs. Tamunominini Makinde, and other prominent figures like Hon. Adedeji Dhikirulah Olajide; Senator Monsurat Sunmonu; Dr. Yinka Ayefele; Asiwaju Nurudeen Akinade who represented the Chairman of Ilaji Hotel and Sports Resort, Engr., Dotun Sanusi, among others. Sanusi, the billionaire businessman donated an Hummer h3 SUV Jeep for the event including bags of rice and chickens to lucky raffle ticket winners in their hundreds. The panel of judges comprised the State Commissioner for Energy, Barrister Seun Ashamu; Director General of FRIN, Ibrahim Lawal; Actress Toyin Adegbola, and Princess Abeo Folashade Nurudeen. The event was organized by Mayor Isaac Brown, CEO of Silverstone Communications Event in collaboration with Fresh FM Ibadan and several other media Partners. The First Lady in her remarks charged the organizer to introduce mentorship programme in the annual event while encouraging the contestants not to rely only on their beauty but must also acquire necessary skills and education in order to make way in life. The sponsors of the 21st edition of Miss Oyo 2024 include Oyo State ALGON; Coca-Cola; Signal 7000; UI Hotels; Dupsy Stores; Naira Bet; Zartech; 7up Plc; Pacesetter Transport Service; Foodco and Ultima Foods.By CLAIRE RUSH President-elect Donald Trump has once again suggested he wants to revert the name of North America’s tallest mountain — Alaska’s Denali — to Mount McKinley, wading into a sensitive and decades-old conflict about what the peak should be called. Related Articles National Politics | Inside the Gaetz ethics report, a trove of new details alleging payments for sex and drug use National Politics | An analyst looks ahead to how the US economy might fare under Trump National Politics | Trump again calls to buy Greenland after eyeing Canada and the Panama Canal National Politics | House Ethics Committee accuses Gaetz of ‘regularly’ paying for sex, including with 17-year-old girl National Politics | Trump wants mass deportations. For the agents removing immigrants, it’s a painstaking process Former President Barack Obama changed the official name to Denali in 2015 to reflect the traditions of Alaska Natives as well as the preference of many Alaska residents. The federal government in recent years has endeavored to change place-names considered disrespectful to Native people. “Denali” is an Athabascan word meaning “the high one” or “the great one.” A prospector in 1896 dubbed the peak “Mount McKinley” after President William McKinley, who had never been to Alaska. That name was formally recognized by the U.S. government until Obama changed it over opposition from lawmakers in McKinley’s home state of Ohio. Trump suggested in 2016 that he might undo Obama’s action, but he dropped that notion after Alaska’s senators objected. He raised it again during a rally in Phoenix on Sunday. “McKinley was a very good, maybe a great president,” Trump said Sunday. “They took his name off Mount McKinley, right? That’s what they do to people.” Once again, Trump’s suggestion drew quick opposition within Alaska. “Uh. Nope. It’s Denali,” Democratic state Sen. Scott Kawasaki posted on the social platform X Sunday night. Republican Sen. Lisa Murkowski , who for years pushed for legislation to change the name to Denali, conveyed a similar sentiment in a post of her own. “There is only one name worthy of North America’s tallest mountain: Denali — the Great One,” Murkowski wrote on X. Various tribes of Athabascan people have lived in the shadow of the 20,310-foot (6,190-meter) mountain for thousands of years. McKinley, a Republican native of Ohio who served as the 25th president, was assassinated early in his second term in 1901 in Buffalo, New York. Alaska and Ohio have been at odds over the name since at least the 1970s. Alaska had a standing request to change the name since 1975, when the legislature passed a resolution and then-Gov. Jay Hammond appealed to the federal government. Known for its majestic views, the mountain is dotted with glaciers and covered at the top with snow year-round, with powerful winds that make it difficult for the adventurous few who seek to climb it. Rush reported from Portland, Oregon.The Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and New Media to the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Lere Olayinka, has challenged social media activists alleging land grabbing against the Minister to show evidence. Olayinka noted that the people have been using cyberspace to peddle falsehoods against the Minister. He said that the amount of time the critics committed to their trade in stocks would have been enough to do proper investigations to come up with evidence on the matters they were making baseless allegations. The Aide said, “Referring to a recent video being circulated on land located Life Camp, particularly Plot No. 2241, Gwarimpa District, Cadastral Zone C02, Abuja, the FCT Minister’s Spokesperson challenged those claiming ownership of the land to provide Right of Occupancy or Certificate of Occupancy granted by the FCTA. “A construction company, Paulosa Nigeria Limited occupied the land as a temporary office, under a Temporary Right of Occupancy arrangement granted in 1984 (40 years ago). “For 36 years, the company occupied the land, built permanent structures on it and rented them out without any approval from the government. “On November 18, 2020, after occupying the land for 36 years without approval, Paulosa Nigeria Limited applied to the then Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, for the conversion of the Temporary Right of Occupancy to a Statutory Right of Occupancy. “On February 1, 2023, approval was granted to Paulosa Nigeria Limited for a Statutory Right of Occupancy, subject to certain terms and conditions. “Some of the terms and conditions are; payment of Ground Rent Per Square Meter Per Annum, which was N50K/m2 from 2022 to 2023, amounting to N2,332,143; payment of Premium of N500/m2, amounting to N11,660,715 and payment of Ground Rent from 1984 to 2021 (37 years), amounting to N43,144,645. “However, for 20 months, Paulosa Nigeria Limited refused to comply with the terms and conditions for the approval. “Consequent upon the failure of Paulosa Nigeria Limited to comply with the terms and conditions for approval granted for a Right of Occupancy on the said land, the approval was revoked on October 10, 2024, more than 20 months after it was given. “From the above, it should be clear that Paulosa Nigeria Limited never at any time, owned the land. “For instance, if a student who was offered admission to a university, refused to pay the fees stipulated in the offer of admission, and fulfil other terms and conditions for the admission, can the student have any claim to the studentship of the university?”
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1. A grassland, knitted jumper that'll have everyone ~m~ooing and aahing when they see it! This cutie has the perfect oversized look for anyone who wants to stay warm and cozy. One reviewer said, "Moo-ve over sweater competition!" and I felt it was an obligation to share that with the world. Promising review: "Basically perfect. The sweater's design is beautiful, and the materials are very soft and thick, definitely has some weight to it folded up, and it makes it feel very nice and high quality. It can get fuzzy but, fortunately, doesn’t fall off and get everywhere, so it looks great. Keeps you pretty warm and [very] comfortable, and it’s a bit oversized, which is great!" — Erik Price: $28.99+ (available in men's sizes S–XL and in two colors/designs) 2. A zigzag martini glass set because it looks like something you may have scored at a flea market, but surprise! Amazon for the win. Promising reviews: "Omg I love these martini glasses!! Really elevates your bar cart and adds a fun and modern feel!! The price is so good, and the quality is amazing." — Elizabeth "Was thrilled with the quality of these glasses given the price point. They look great and seem sturdy. They have a nice weight to them as well - I would recommend!" — Natalie Alshouse Price: $29.99 (for a set of four) 3. A top-rated Baroque mirror truly fit for royalty. So get out your Bridgerton dress, strike a ~pose~ for a selfie, and be prepared to brag about how you found this gem for under $150! Promising review: "All I can say is woooow! This mirror is not only affordable, but the quality is amazing. It’s heavy and not cheap-looking. The gold color is not so tacky, and it’s done just right. My main concern was receiving a broken mirror, but the packaging was great and arrived in one piece. Don’t hesitate to buy this gem; you need it!" — Celeste C Price: $89+ (available in nine sizes and five colors) 4. A ceramic cone mug because it's basically a functional piece of art. This is a unique dish you definitely won't mind leaving out on the kitchen counter, side table, or nightstand. BuzzFeed Shopping writer Mallory Mower loves these cups!: "I just bought these! I love ceramic decor. When I find some that are also functional? It will likely end up straight in my shopping cart! These are a conversation piece on their own. When people realize I can drink out of them? They go throw them in their OWN shopping carts!" Promising review: "Very nice and different cups! Each one is different with the markings which make them very unique. They fit in the base perfectly!" — G. M. Kraus Price: $15.99+ (available in seven colors and also in sets of two) 5. An all-in-one multipurpose pan from BuzzFeed's Goodful collection because it's less than half the price of the popular Always Pan but just as cute. This beaut also has a non-stick coating and is whopping 11 inches deep, making it super easy to fry, saute, braise, and even use a wok pan. The pan and its nonstick coating are manufactured without PFOA, lead, cadmium, toxic metals, or nanoparticles. It also comes with a beechwood turner! Promising review: " Bought this kind of on a whim , its one of my favorite pans. It is large and takes up some real estate in the cabinet, but well worth it!! Distributes heat evenly, cooks up meals so well. It is super easy to clean !!" — Christine O. Price: $49.99 (available in eight colors) 6. A roll of app-controlled LED rope lights so you can create a unique design to fit *your* space. These lights can change colors, be controlled by your phone, and can connect to Alexa and/or Google Assistant, too! Promising review: "I wanted lights for my new bedroom, but I didn’t want the traditional LED strip lights that are super popular. These are so sleek and customizable , I had to take the plunge!... The package came with 25 adhesive clips ...Overall, I really love this product, and I hope it lasts a long time!" — Gabriel Price: $69.99+ (available in two sizes) 7. A pair of puffy kitten heels you can confidently step out in knowing you'll be dressed to the nines with unique accessories to match. Honestly, these mules are an Amazon hidden gem, so you might just be starting a new trend. JW Pei is an Asian-, family-owned brand with minimalist purses that are made with sustainable vegan materials. Promising review: "I absolutely love these sandals! The block heel gives the perfect amount of height without being too high, and the mule style makes them easy to slip on and off. The white color is crisp and clean, and they look great with so many different outfits. Plus, they're really comfortable — I can wear them all day without any pain or discomfort. Overall, I highly recommend these sandals to anyone looking for a stylish and comfortable pair of shoes! 🤍" — Mo Price: $89 (available in women's sizes 5–11 and 13 colors) 8. A tissue box cover that'll really make you feel at home (ha, get it?) while covering up the boring patterns that seem to be on all tissue boxes. Here's why BuzzFeed editor Elizabeth Lilly loves these: "I, an adult woman, cannot remember the last time I bought a box of tissues for my home. (Though I have several purse packs?!) It may have been when I most recently had a sinus infection, which I guess was two-plus years ago. But now that I’m playing house as a grown-ass person in an apartment to myself, I’m trying to be *responsible*. So, obviously, buying this whimsical tissue box cover we’ve featured in a million BuzzFeed shopping posts is peak adulting. Perhaps the reason I’ve been so bad at keeping around a box of tissues is because tissues just look...kind of ugly out in the open. But not with this lil’ cover! Now, it’s a ~design element~ that I’ll hopefully remember to keep full. For now, it’s filled with a square box of tissues I unearthed from my old apartment’s closet while packing; it's presently neatly housed inside the tissue box cover, providing the 'smoke' for the tiny chimney. The only downside to committing to this box is that I'll have to buy square-shaped tissue boxes only now. But I can live with that. And with my not-snotty nose." Price: $7 9. A hanging macrame cat bed so your bohemian theme isn't disturbed by your lounging kitty. It's comfortable, cute, and can hold up to 40 pounds! This includes all the hardware you'll need to hang it, the macrame hanger, and a cushion. Promising review: "This is worth every penny! My kitten loves sleeping and playing in it! The bed is really good quality, and it's the perfect fit !" — Rachel Eggers Price: $47.99 10. A pair of darling bookcase earrings handmade for the bookworms who just can't get enough. These dangling beauties are lightweight compliment magnets just waiting to be added to your jewelry collection! Pammytail is a woman-owned, Connecticut-based small business with a specialty in handmade charm bracelets, necklaces, and other jewelry. Promising review: "These are really nice earrings. The artwork is crisp and detailed, very cool. It arrived in a pretty pink bubble wrap bag and within the pink bag was a pink sheer gift bag with a pretty box inside. So it is gift-ready. Love these." — Leanne S Price: $16.95 11. A set of velvet color block pillow covers if you're in need of some extra color in your home. Your couch, bed, and accent chairs will never be the same without 'em! Psst, these are pillow covers . You can grab a set of pillow inserts for $16.99 . Promising review: " These are gorgeous, soft, and well made. I chose the orange and teal combination. Perfect! No loose strings at all, which is rare in itself when you order textiles. I want to get some more. Just luscious!... They are a different color on the other side, which adds more interesting contrast. I definitely recommend these. They can work in a casual or more formal setting. The colors are unique as well. I suggest getting inserts the same size if you want a soft pillow, and size up the insert if you want a firmer, puffier look." — A. Jerry Price: $29.50 for a set of four standard 14x14 covers (also available in six other sizes and 12 other color combos) 12. A pair of LED stained glass bulbs to fill a room with colorful and inviting lighting. Be prepared for tons of "Where did you get that!?" questions. Promising review: "I love these bulbs. They make any room all warm and cozy. Also a fantastic night-light for the little ones. :) Get you some!" — Amazon Customer Price: $17.99+ (available in three styles) 13. A quilted chenille floor pillow that looks worthy of Anthropologie prices, but surprise! These stunning cushions are under $40 bucks, and they're from Amazon. They're a must for any small homes without room for giant seating furniture or for anyone who just loves to relax on a good floor fort. Promising review: "This comes just as pictured and described. It is comfortable and looks luxurious. It's great for floor seating." — AKhan Price: $27.19+ (available in six colors and two styles) 14. A Bluetooth typewriter keyboard with a holding slot for your iPad or tablet! Reviewers also use it for their laptops and entire WFH stations too, and just use the slot as a phone holder. If there were anything that'd motivate you after hours in front of a screen, it'd be this! Promising reviews: "This little keyboard is awesome! Just like typing on a retro typewriter. I love the feel of the keys. Super easy to pair up with my phone and iPad. Highly recommend this!" — Michele Sanises "Definitely worth the purchase. My favorite quality is that it holds my phone up too!! The keys stick up higher than a normal keyboard and it took some getting used to, but I love it. I’ve gotten so many compliments on it and it makes that satisfying clicky sound when you use it. it’s super easy to connect and it is compatible with a Mac, which can be a pain if you know anything about Macs lol. buy it!" — Abby Victoria Price: $51.99 (available in three sizes and five colors) 15. An acrylic book-shaped flower vase perfect for bookworms who want to decorate with their favorite pastime in any way they can. This piece deserves a place on your bookshelf! Promising reviews: "I’ve always been a big reader and when I saw this on #bookstagram I knew I had to have it. It’s so pretty and easy to use. I’m going to be ordering at LEAST one more to have in my office. It’s a great addition to anyone’s shelves." — Alyssa "Beautiful and unique design. Doesn’t leak water. I am very happy with my purchase." — Fernando Perepechkin Price: $9.99 (available in four colors) 16. A peel-and-stick wallpaper if you want beautiful Mediterranean details throughout your home. It looks *just* like real tile but is a fraction of the price. And this on stairs? Genius! Promising review: "I am IN LOVE. I bought this to use as a backsplash in my rented studio apartment kitchen, which has potential to be pretty but really needs some help. I ordered two rolls thinking that if I liked it in my kitchen, I’d order more to use on the wall behind my bar cart. I loved it so much when it came in that I decided to go ahead and put it up on the big wall and deal with the kitchen later. The pattern is so easy to line up and it looks so good! My tiny, dark apartment instantly looked bigger and brighter. Even up close I can’t tell where the seams are. It was super easy to put up by myself, though I would recommend having another person to help if possible because it would have taken a lot less time if I’d had someone to hold it steady while I lined up the edges. If I could give six stars I would. It’s expensive but worth every penny!" — Lizzy Price: $24+ (available in three colors) 17. An elegant blouse you'll want to wear for your next fancy event...and probably just on your next coffee run because it's just *that* good. The puff sleeves are the drama you've been missing in your closet! Promising review: "Looks like the picture! This is a very cute blouse and I’m happy with my purchase. I usually wear a medium however ordered a large because of the crop fit and dressy style. This blouse is very stretchy but supportive ....I definitely would recommend this product!" — Dkwj Price: $35.99 (available in women's sizes XS–XL and in 14 colors). 18. A sleek and slender olive oil dispenser set that won't take up as much space as those big, bulky bottles it usually comes in. These hidden gems also come with 37 (!!) labels for things like avocado oil, balsamic vinegar, French vanilla syrup, and much more — because, yes, the dispensers work perfectly for those items, too! Promising reviews: "These are so unique from the standard oil storage containers. They also hold a good amount of liquid and come with lots of labels, funnel, and topper. They look so sleek, sturdy, and fit the aesthetic! I love them." — Mikaela O "I have been waiting for-ev-er for these to come back in stock. As soon as they arrived, I unpacked them and immediately ordered two more! They are space-saving and perfect for those random oils that you keep but only need a couple of times a year. Now they won't take up as much space, AND they're cute 😊" — Jordan Birch Price: $34.95 (available in three colors) 19. A seashell night light to add some extra ambiance in the evening without looking out of place during the day. This ceramic lamp is battery-operated and the pearl inside can be removed for separate use! Batteries are included! Promising review: "Absolutely beautiful novelty item! ...The shell is nicely formed, and a good quality. It is substantial, a good weight, not flimsy... It's covered with a heavy pearlescent finish that makes light and color flow across it. It's very pretty! The pearl light is a solid cream white ceramic and looks wonderful in the shell, with or without the light on...The batteries are replaceable and are easy to replace. I am very happy with the one I got, and will be buying another." — Michele Lyons Price: $23.88+ (available in pink and white). 20. A fun three-pack of silicone AirPod cases shaped as your fave nostalgic food and beverages! It's thick and durable to keep your earpieces safe — and it's also just too cute for words. You'll get tons of compliments and will *definitely* be less likely to lose your AirPods in a sturdy case like this! This set comes with a Takis, Gatorade, and Hubba Bubba Bubblegum-shaped case. They each fit AirPods 1 and 2! Promising review: "These cases feel very durable and fit perfectly!! I highly recommend these...If you're hesitating, then don't; these are just too cute!!! A tool [is included] to help you take them out of the rubber case, which is VERY useful and makes changing cases super easy!" — va Price: $8.99 for three 21. A handmade bar soap set because the blandly shaped white bar soaps won't give you the same endorphins these beauties will. These soaps are made with naturally moisturizing ingredients like shea butter and coconut oil and feature scents of lavender, lemon, honeysuckle, cherry blossom, and more! Finchberry is a small business that was founded in a kitchen in Washington, D.C. by Ashley Robertson. As demand grew for her handcrafted products, she moved the operation to Gainesville, Florida to turn a hobby into a business. All Finchberry products are vegan, sulfate-free, paraben-free, and cruelty-free. Promising reviews: "WOW! These are the prettiest, most unique, great-smelling soaps I've ever bought! I got one for my mom, one for my in-law, and one for myself. No regrets." — Jeanette "Smells are luxurious, cleans well, and nothing irritating in the ingredients. Moms, sisters, and besties would love this gift. Nice storage tin." — C. Reum Price: $40 for eight sample-sized bars 22. A retro toaster that's so cute, it'll make you want to redecorate your entire kitchen to fit the same theme. Will it be a lot of work? Yes. Will it be 100% worth it? Also yes. Promising review: "The color is perfect and my first slices of toast were too. It’s easy to adjust. I used the included guide with pictures to adjust the knob based on how dark I like my toast. It was exactly how I like it. My old toaster was basically giving me warm bread. Not this little baby. I’m so happy I found it, and that I didn’t wait to buy it." — Shytel Price: $38.99+ (available in 10 colors) 23. A 2-in-1 satin/microfiber towel pillowcase so you can go to bed with wet hair and not have to worry about ruining your pillow or waking up with a cold, thanks to the super absorbent yet gentle microfiber towel side. The satin side, on the other hand, will help keep your dry hair frizz-free for more wake-up-and-go kind of mornings. P.S. these covers fit standard size pillows! DryZzz is a woman-owned small biz founded by two sisters in Miami, Florida. A portion of their proceeds goes to Sofia’s Hope Inc. to fund pediatric cancer research. Promising review: "The pillowcase is hands down, the best I have ever used! I always take night showers and go to bed with wet hair. I've used a towel over my old pillowcases for years and I always wake up with a damp pillow and the towel on the bed. With this pillowcase, I don't have that problem! The microfiber side absorbs the moisture from my hair and the other side is a nice soft satin for those nights I don't go to bed with wet hair. I will never go back to a normal pillowcase again! I never write product reviews, but I just had to with this product. It was that good! Basically, BUY THIS PILLOWCASE!!!!" — Kristen Chorney Price: $35.95+ (available in three satin colors, two cotton colors, and a white double-sided microfiber towel case) 24. A drip accent table because it'll melt your heart with how unique it is. It comes in multiple metal finishes, so you're sure to find one that matches existing decor. Promising review: "I think this is a beautiful, well made table that is sturdy and has a lot of style. I’m very happy with my purchase. It looks more expensive than it is and the combination of the reflective silver and black glass is a designers dream...This is completely worth the money. I was looking for an interestingly piece and this was it." — Ashley Sinclair Price: $159.99+ (available in five colors) P.S. the matching candle holders are just as stellar! 😍 25. Vintage bookshelf games like Scrabble and Candy Land because they'll blend in beautifully with your home. I mean, it looks like a book, for Pete's sake! As soon as a fellow coworker shared these with me, they became an instant favorite. Promising review : "Adorable vintage designs! Sturdy pieces... Definitely more pricey than the cheap version you could get for $10 at any big store, but honestly, it’s worth it to me. It lasts so much longer and easier to store. Having it in our front room on the bookshelf makes it easily accessible and blends in with our other books. You can see in my photo [the bookshelf on the right] we also have Boggle and Chutes and Ladders . Big fan of these." — Spooky Hobbit Price: $39.99+ for Scrabble , Candy Land , and 10 others 26. A super durable retro-inspired Bluetooth speaker that's small in size but mighty in sound. It's the perfect addition to your kitchen, shelf, or desk space (and it's pretty adorable too!). Promising reviews: " This speaker really does add more fun & joy into my life. I previously owned an Anker brand speaker that stopped working. The Muzen button isn’t as loud as the Anker speaker but still holds a clear sound. I absolutely love the design and color!" — Onika Donnay Incorporated "Got this speaker as a gift for my super trendy & fashionable sister, quite honestly wasn't expecting it to be more than a cute fashion accessory. To say I was shocked at the quality of sound is an understatement. It's louder than my regular speaker - and it's less than a fifth of the size. Not to mention, it's soooo pretty and everyone always comments about how tiny it is. Surprisingly heavy and durable metal, not cheap plastic , which was a relief. My sister is obsessed with it and it's already her new favorite (and frequently Instagrammed) accessory. She has found a way to wear it with her outfits and brings it with her everywhere...10/10 would recommend as a gift for any fashionista/music lover or even if you just want to treat yourself." — Nina Price: $59.99+ (available in five colors) 27. A stunning tulle dress you can wear to any wedding, fancy dinner, or ~extravagant~ birthday party to feel (and look!) like the belle of the ball. No one would believe it's from Amazon! Promising reviews: "I got this dress for my engagement photo shoot and I love it! My fiancé loved it, our photographer loved it, and I’ve gotten countless compliments about it when I posted some of our pictures on social media . It’s surprisingly comfortable for a dress with a corset, that I couldn’t wear a bra with (not the norm for me)... This dress made me feel like a princess! It was a very windy day, but it just made the dress flow and billow in all the right ways. I’m seriously obsessed with it!" — Kate R "This dress is made of dreams. The quality of the dress is incredible. I even gave them my measurements and had it custom-made. It fits like a glove! The shipping speed is accurate as well! I felt like a fairy princess for my birthday! For all you cottagecore [fans] this is a must! 🥹❤️" — Alex Price: $62.99+ (available in women's sizes 2–26 and in 28 colors) 28. A decorative match holder to ~stylishly~ hold the second most important decor item in your home (the first are candles, obviously). Promising review: "I have been looking for a unique matchstick holder for my guest rooms and coffee table and this was just what I was looking for! It is much larger than I expected (about the size of an average candle) but it is still beautiful! The bottle is glass and filled with white tip matches." — SINGHSingh Price: $23.99 29. An insulated wine-pouring handbag so you're stocked up on your favorite beverage no matter where you are. It's perfect to take along on picnics, beach days, or walks with a view. Check it out on TikTok here ! Promising review : "Took this purse to casino and everyone fell in love with it!!!!! Discreet!!! Absolutely no mess when refilling glass and easy to pour entire bottle of wine into. It makes an awesome birthday gift for girlfriends!!!" — kfair Price: $39.99 30. A set of crystal-inspired makeup brushes that'll make applying your makeup way more of a ~magical~ experience. The set comes with 10 brushes — everything from a powder brush to an eyeshadow brush. Promising review: "The quality of these brushes is great. No shedding and they are soft and firm where they need to be. They’re pleasant to hold and overall just beautiful brushes. You can’t beat this quality for the price! I highly recommend to anyone who likes make up. Would make a great gift!!" — Erika Price: $5.99+ for a set of 10 (available in seven colors) 31. A vintage-looking dimmable candle warmer , a must have for the candle-loving person that probably doesn't have room for more (I mean, same here). This warmer will evenly melt your candles — no flame necessary. 🎶 It's me, hi. I'm the impulsive buyer, it's me. 🎶 After seeing this gooorgeous candle warmer online time and time again (and trying to ignore the urge to buy what I absolutely didn't need)...I finally did it, and WOW am I glad I did. This lamp looks even better in person, it's warms all of my candles evenly , and after moving it to my desk, I figured out it can be used as the cutest mug warmer, too! It comes with two compatible 50-watt warming bulbs that melt candles from top to bottom. The dimming feature is also really convenient for both the brightness of the light and for how fast or slow you want your candle to melt! This would definitely be a 12/10 gift. Price: $28.99 32. A wooden alarm clock because it's ~time~ to expand your love of the mid-century aesthetic to more aspects of your home...even a little spot on your nightstand. It features two alarm settings and brightness control and displays the temperature and day of the week! Promising review: "This clock is worth the money! Buy it. Bright display, stylish, good material. It was easy for me to set up. It really took no time because the instructions were very simple! It keeps time, date, and even temperature accurately! Buy this!" — Robin Price: $24.99 (available in four colors) 33. A stunning floor-length mirror that's 100% drool-worthy and will no doubt be your go-to for selfies. This elegant mirror is mountable, too! So if you want to save some floor space, you've got that option. Promising review: "Beautiful and very high-end. I am shocked by the quality of this mirror for under $200. The velvet is gorgeous in person and it is incredibly sturdy ... It is really heavy so if you want to hang it make sure you have a stud. Its weight allows it to stay tilted on the ground too without moving around... I was really hesitant but it looks like something from West Elm. " — Dan Schwalbe Price: $139.99+ (available in two sizes and seven colors) 34. A small, heart-shaped frying pan because who wouldn't love a heart-shaped pizza, omelet, or pancake?? And yep, it's nonstick, too! 💗 Promising review: " I like it so much I am buying a second one. I mostly use it to cook a double-fried egg from two large eggs...I use it much more than I expected. I frequently make three double-fried eggs in a row without needing to clean them in between. The nonstick is that good. It is very lightweight and easy to manage. Ordering my second now!" — A parent Price: $19.99+ (available in three colors) 35. A set of punny and durable vinyl coasters that are a must-have in any music lover's home. Coasters aren't the most fun thing to shop for, but these are pretty dang cute! They even feature hilarious twists on music classics like "Tea Time: Don't Spill This." Who would've thought Amazon could be this cool? Promising review : "They are perfect representations of records and look very cool while protecting the furniture... It has a non-slip bottom so they don't slip and slide. Even the packaging is worth saving. He loves them and I love not having rings on my table.." — ajmets Price: $5.99 for a set of six 36. And lastly, a mid-century starburst chandelier you can place above your dining table for all to see or in your bedroom for the perfect finishing touch to your favorite room in the house. Promising reviews: "Absolutely 💯 in love with my purchase! Exactly what I wanted and after shopping around and seeing prices ranging from $1k to $700 the price is unbeatable! Turned my dining room into a room out of a model home! " — Janice Haywood "Wow, I just hung up this ceiling light, and my room’s got a whole new vibe! It’s got a great look, feels sturdy, and the quality’s seriously impressive. It gives off the perfect amount of cozy light, and it’s pretty stylish, too. Super happy with this find!" — Jon Price: $139+ (available in two sizes and five colors) Your friends after you tell them your Baroque mirror is from Amazon and not West Elm: Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — In losing Sunday’s battle with the Buffalo Bills, perhaps the best team in football, Jerod Mayo won the war. Best I can tell, he’s staying put. For 2025, and maybe beyond. To his angry fan base and incredulous pockets of the New England Patriots’ media corps, remember Mayo’s future doesn’t hinge on winning this season. It’s not about what you want, or what I think. It’s about the Krafts, who hand-picked Mayo to succeed Bill Belichick four and a half years before he actually did, believing in him, and finding reasons to maintain that belief. In the eyes of someone who wants to believe, Sunday supplied enough reason. The Patriots led at halftime, then lost by three as 14-point underdogs. They became the first team since mid-October to hold the Bills under 30 points. Drake Maye outplayed the next MVP of the league for most of the game and took another step toward his destiny as a franchise quarterback, If that sounds like a low bar, that’s because it is. Such is life in Year 1 of a rebuild, a multi-year process ownership has committed to seeing through to the end with their organizational pillars now in place: Mayo, Maye and de facto GM Eliot Wolf. As frustrating as this 3-12 campaign has been, there are always nuggets of optimism amid the rubble of a losing season; particularly if you want to find them. The Krafts do, and so does Maye, who loves his head coach, by the way; calling questions about Mayo’s job security “BS.” “We’ve got his back,” Maye said post-game. Maye’s voice matters. Certainly more than any number of fans or media members. Ever since media-fueled speculation that Mayo could get canned at the end of his first season began rising, the caveat has always been the same: if, a Gillette Stadium-sized “if,” the Patriots bomb atomically down the stretch, ownership could pull the plug on Mayo. NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport became the latest to join that chorus Sunday with this pregame report: “The Krafts want to keep Jerod Mayo,” he said. “They believe he is the leader for the organization for the future, and they knew it would be a multi-year process to get this thing right. Now if things go off the rails, if they really start to struggle and he loses the locker room the last couple games of the season, we’ve seen this thing turn. “But as of now, the Patriots believe Jerod Mayo is their leader for the future.” Well, Mayo hasn’t lost the locker room. That’s a fact. To a man, both in public and from those I’ve spoken to in private, Patriots players believe in their head coach. Mayo might be a players’ coach, yes, in the best and worst senses. But the Patriots were a few plays away Sunday from pulling off their largest upset since Super Bowl XXXVI. “I think we’re building something good,” Maye said. The Patriots also played their best half of football this season against their toughest opponent yet. Another fact. Now, to the frustrated, I am with you. To the shocked, I understand. But to the trigger-happy, lay down your arms. Mayo, by all accounts, is returning in 2025. Alex Van Pelt, however, is another story. In the same vein that the Krafts could have viewed Sunday’s performance as a reason to save Mayo — despite his pathetic punt at midfield, down 10 with just eight and a half minutes left — they could have convinced themselves their offensive coordinator is the real problem. After all, team president Jonathan Kraft was visibly exasperated over Van Pelt’s play-calling during the Pats’ loss at Arizona a week earlier. Four days later, Van Pelt told reporters he had yet to hear from his boss. Well, that time may be coming. Trailing by three in the fourth quarter Sunday, Van Pelt called a pass that resulted in an unnecessary lateral and game-winning touchdown for Buffalo. His offense later operated like it was taking a Sunday drive with the game on the line, using up 3:16 of the final 4:19 en route to its final touchdown. Van Pelt, finally, weaponized Maye’s legs in critical situations, something that arguably should have been done weeks ago. Not to mention, Van Pelt’s top running back can’t stop fumbling, and the offensive line remains a hot mess. Call him Alex Van Fall Guy. Because Van Pelt’s offense, for the first time in a while, under-performed relative to Mayo’s defense. On merit, he deserves to stay; a case that’s harder to make for defensive coordinator DeMarcus Covington. But it’s not about merit this season. It’s not about what you want. It’s not about what I think. It’s about the Krafts; what they see, what they want, what they believe. Even in defeat. ____ Get in the game with our Prep Sports Newsletter Sent weekly directly to your inbox!