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The Gunners delivered the statement Champions League victory their manager had demanded to bounce back from a narrow defeat at Inter Milan last time out. Goals from Gabriel Martinelli, Kai Havertz, Gabriel Magalhaes, Bukayo Saka and Leandro Trossard got their continental campaign back on track, lifting them to seventh place with 10 points in the new-look 36-team table. It was Arsenal’s biggest away win in the Champions League since beating Inter by the same scoreline in 2003. “For sure, especially against opposition we played at their home who have not lost a game in 18 months – they have been in top form here – so to play with the level, the determination, the purpose and the fluidity we showed today, I am very pleased,” said Arteta. “The team played with so much courage, because they are so good. When I’m watching them live they are so good! They were all exceptional today. It was a big performance, a big win and we are really happy. “The performance was there a few times when we have played big teams. That’s the level that we have to be able to cope and you have to make it happen, and that creates belief.” A memorable victory also ended Sporting’s unbeaten start to the season, a streak of 17 wins and one draw, the vast majority of which prompted Manchester United to prise away head coach Ruben Amorim. The Gunners took the lead after only seven minutes when Martinelli tucked in Jurrien Timber’s cross, and Saka teed up Havertz for a tap-in to double the advantage. Arsenal added a third on the stroke of half-time, Gabriel charging in to head Declan Rice’s corner into the back of the net. To rub salt in the wound, the Brazilian defender mimicked Viktor Gyokeres’ hands-over-his-face goal celebration. That may have wound Sporting up as they came out after the interval meaning business, and they pulled one back after David Raya tipped Hidemasa Morita’s shot behind, with Goncalo Inacio netting at the near post from the corner. But when Martin Odegaard’s darting run into the area was halted by Ousmane Diomande’s foul, Saka tucked away the penalty. Substitute Trossard added the fifth with eight minutes remaining, heading in the rebound after Mikel Merino’s shot was saved. A miserable night for prolific Sporting striker Gyokeres was summed up when his late shot crashed back off the post.The Eagle's 2024 Top 10 Sports Stories, No. 2: A&M baseball's rollercoaster season ending
Mufti Mohammad Kased, a student at the Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET), sacrificed his life during the Liberation War, yet he has not been officially recognised as a martyred freedom fighter. Kased, who was the first martyr from Gafargaon upazila in Mymensingh, died in combat in the Paithol area on June 15, 1971. Inspired by Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's speech on March 7, Kased decided to join the Liberation War, arriving in Mymensingh the following day. After returning to his ancestral home in Niguari, Gafargaon, he took refuge at Sarkarbari in Kandipara to train fellow freedom fighters in their struggle against the occupying Pakistani Army. Kased and his comrades later moved to the house of Dr Kali Babu in the Paithol area on June 14, 1971. On June 15, local collaborators informed the Pakistani Army of their presence, leading to a surprise attack on Paithol village. The Pakistani forces were taking away the then-chairman of the Paithol Union Parishad, Abdus Samad, when Kased and his fellow fighters, divided into three groups, launched an attack to rescue him. During the confrontation, Kased was shot in the chest and leg, dying instantly. His co-fighters and local residents performed his last rites, and he was buried in a graveyard in Joydarkhali, Gafargaon. Abul Kashem, a fellow fighter, recalled the tragic moment of Kased's death, describing how Kased was shot in the leg but continued to fight until he was struck by a fatal bullet. Three days after his burial, the Pakistani Army raided the area again, identified Kased's grave, and exhumed his body, transporting it by helicopter to Mymensingh. When the Pakistani forces learned that Kased was the son of Mohammad Wahid, the secretary of Mymensingh Municipality, they brought Wahid in to identify the body. However, he was unable to recognise Kased's decomposed remains. The body was ultimately handed over to the Mymensingh municipal authorities and reburied at Kalibari Graveyard in the city. The Pakistani Army also destroyed Kased's ancestral home in Niguari, he said. His co-fighter Abdul Hamid said Kased's bravery and dedication had not been properly honoured, despite various initiatives over the years. Kased's name is inscribed on memorial walls at BUET and Faujdarhat Cadet College. A souvenir published in 1972 during the inaugural ceremony of BUET's Titumir Hall recognised Kased alongside six other students who were martyred, with Chief of Army Staff MAG Osmani as the chief guest, he said. Family sources reveal that Kased was a provincial chess champion in East Pakistan, a devoted student of chess master Dr Qazi Motahar Hossain, and the joint-secretary of the East Pakistan Chess Council. He also had a passion for music and was skilled with the violin. Following the Liberation War, BUET held regular chess competitions in Kased's memory, and since 1983, a chess competition organised by "Shaheed Mufti Smiriti Daba Parishad" has been held in Mymensingh. In 2016, a road in Mymensingh city was named after him. In January 2021, local residents, including fellow freedom fighters, formed a human chain in Gafargaon and submitted a memorandum to the upazila nirbahi officer (UNO), Md Tajul Islam, requesting that Kased be recognised as a freedom fighter. The UNO forwarded the application to the Jatiyo Muktijuddha Council (JAMUCA) through the district commissioner in the same year, but it has yet to be gazetted, according to family sources. Mufti Mohammad Kased, a student at the Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET), sacrificed his life during the Liberation War, yet he has not been officially recognised as a martyred freedom fighter. Kased, who was the first martyr from Gafargaon upazila in Mymensingh, died in combat in the Paithol area on June 15, 1971. Inspired by Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's speech on March 7, Kased decided to join the Liberation War, arriving in Mymensingh the following day. After returning to his ancestral home in Niguari, Gafargaon, he took refuge at Sarkarbari in Kandipara to train fellow freedom fighters in their struggle against the occupying Pakistani Army. Kased and his comrades later moved to the house of Dr Kali Babu in the Paithol area on June 14, 1971. On June 15, local collaborators informed the Pakistani Army of their presence, leading to a surprise attack on Paithol village. The Pakistani forces were taking away the then-chairman of the Paithol Union Parishad, Abdus Samad, when Kased and his fellow fighters, divided into three groups, launched an attack to rescue him. During the confrontation, Kased was shot in the chest and leg, dying instantly. His co-fighters and local residents performed his last rites, and he was buried in a graveyard in Joydarkhali, Gafargaon. Abul Kashem, a fellow fighter, recalled the tragic moment of Kased's death, describing how Kased was shot in the leg but continued to fight until he was struck by a fatal bullet. Three days after his burial, the Pakistani Army raided the area again, identified Kased's grave, and exhumed his body, transporting it by helicopter to Mymensingh. When the Pakistani forces learned that Kased was the son of Mohammad Wahid, the secretary of Mymensingh Municipality, they brought Wahid in to identify the body. However, he was unable to recognise Kased's decomposed remains. The body was ultimately handed over to the Mymensingh municipal authorities and reburied at Kalibari Graveyard in the city. The Pakistani Army also destroyed Kased's ancestral home in Niguari, he said. His co-fighter Abdul Hamid said Kased's bravery and dedication had not been properly honoured, despite various initiatives over the years. Kased's name is inscribed on memorial walls at BUET and Faujdarhat Cadet College. A souvenir published in 1972 during the inaugural ceremony of BUET's Titumir Hall recognised Kased alongside six other students who were martyred, with Chief of Army Staff MAG Osmani as the chief guest, he said. Family sources reveal that Kased was a provincial chess champion in East Pakistan, a devoted student of chess master Dr Qazi Motahar Hossain, and the joint-secretary of the East Pakistan Chess Council. He also had a passion for music and was skilled with the violin. Following the Liberation War, BUET held regular chess competitions in Kased's memory, and since 1983, a chess competition organised by "Shaheed Mufti Smiriti Daba Parishad" has been held in Mymensingh. In 2016, a road in Mymensingh city was named after him. In January 2021, local residents, including fellow freedom fighters, formed a human chain in Gafargaon and submitted a memorandum to the upazila nirbahi officer (UNO), Md Tajul Islam, requesting that Kased be recognised as a freedom fighter. The UNO forwarded the application to the Jatiyo Muktijuddha Council (JAMUCA) through the district commissioner in the same year, but it has yet to be gazetted, according to family sources.
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1. A bottle of Miss Jessie's Pillow Soft Curls — a soft styling lotion that'll have your curls looking better than they ever have. You can break up with crunchy locks and say hello to soft, gorgeous, defined curls with surprisingly amazing hold. Holy grail hair product? I think so. Promising review: "I just washed my hair and I am officially in LOVE with this product! It smells SO good and makes my curls feel so soft, while also boosting curl definition and volume. There’s no film, and my curls aren’t crunchy after they dry post-application. My grays are usually always frizzy after I wash my hair, no matter what I use for my curls, but I’m not witnessing that at all with this product. Absolutely love this and recommend it highly to anyone with natural curls." — Tati Get it from Amazon for $21.97 . 2. A pair of rechargeable hand warmers with four heating levels since the toros have definitely entered the atmosphere for winter — BRRRR, it's cold out here. Instead of letting your fingertips feel like *ice, ice, ice* get yourself some of these and be glad you did all season long. Promising review: "I bought these for a weekend trip to NYC. These things were amazing! They give off so much heat and even on high, they last 4-6 hours. I did figure out they work best with a fresh charge right before using. They are very hot too. Put one in a pocket for your hands and another in your chest pocket and you will stay warm. I was honestly shocked at how well they worked for the price. Very small too. About the size of a credit card and about 1/4" thick. These would make a great stocking stuffer." — Alan C. Pasch Get a pair from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in six colors and in a four-pack). 3. A jar of "Nice Melons" boob butter by Truly Beauty that'll help to smooth, firm, tighten, and hydrate your booby skin. It's ~loaded~ up like Dora's backpack with a buttery blend of melon, kiwi, and ginseng to help even hyperpigmentation and boost collagen and elasticity. Your boobs already look ahhh-mazing but if you add this into your skincare routine, your melons will look even more incredible. Plus it smells delightful! Promising review: "I absolutely love this boob butter! I have sensitive skin and thus, have a hard time finding products that don’t irritate me. Truly Beauty products are amazing for my sensitive skin. This butter helped with hydration and the overall look of my boobs without causing irritation! " — Brandi S. Get it from Truly Beauty or Ulta for $32. 4. A set of Snug Plugs since your phone charger sits as loose as a goose in the outlet and you constantly wake up with your phone still on 13% after thinking that you charged it all night. Plus you won't have to bother with your landlord or any electrician! Snug Plugs is a small biz that specializes in home improvement products. Promising review: "These are SUCH a game changer. We rent, so I can't do much about the loose outlets around the house. These have made several outlets usable again!" — Minerva G. Get a 25-pack from Amazon for $20.99 (available in two colors). 5. A heated wearable blanket with a battery pack because although the cold never bothered Elsa, it's bothering the heck outta you. If your back is starting to hurt from shivering so hard and the temperatures are officially smaller than your age, this'll *so* come in handy. Promising review: "Softball mom here, living in Oklahoma, where you know, 'the wind comes sweeping down the plains.' This is ridiculously thick, soft, and actually cuts off the wind. The heated part is awesome. I may look ridiculous wearing this (another mom has one too, so united in being warm!) but this is THE BEST for keeping me warm . LOVE LOVE LOVE!" — Janette Roberts-Mahy Get it from Amazon for $139.99+ (available in 11 colors). 6. A six-pack of Marée face masks so you can get some hardcore ~relaxation~ on. These'll help restore the moisture balance in your skin with hyaluronic acid and pearl extract (oooh, fancy!) so you can glow, baby, glow. Promising review: " If you want the texture of your face to feel and look like a newborn baby, these face masks are a must-have. I only have good things to say about them. They have clean ingredients and are great for any type of skin. They leave my face hydrated for days and make my face look bright and young. I've been using them for a month and i’ll be repurchasing, to say the least." — Valeria Pavon Get a six-pack from Amazon for $19.95 (available in another style in a four-pack). 7. A massaging ergonomic bed base to put under your mattress that'll be the ultimate gift to yourself — the greatest sleep of your life. This little miracle has adjustable elevation positions for your head and feet, USB ports, head and foot massages, LED lights under the bed, an anti-snore position, and a wireless remote to deliver you the kind of rest you dream about. If you thought you had trouble getting out of bed before , get this and you may actually reside on your mattress after this bb puts you in a blissful trance. No tools required! Simply screw the legs on and plug it in! *Or* if you've got a platform bed , you can lay it right on top of the platform without the legs. Promising review: "I originally bought this frame to use where I reside temporarily with a broken back. However, it made such a difference in my life I will order another one for my NYC apartment. Along with my Tempurpedic mattress on top, I've never slept better in my life . The zero gravity feature and anti-snore position make this an amazing bed for those with various health issues. I feel like I settle into a cloud before I drift off to dreamland. This frame adds a luxury lifestyle to anyone’s bed and is great for reading, writing, and watching TV . The under-bed light, USB outlet, and massage features make this furniture more like a 'lifestyle convenient station' rather than just a bed for your bedroom. The remote control is also designed in a first-class manner. Love it! I can't say enough positive things about it. The zero gravity and light button may be all that you ever need. Great product!" — Matuschka Get it from Amazon for $650+ (available in Twin XL–California King Split sizes and five styles; some styles include a mattress). 8. An innovative "Laundry Turtle" that'll help you grab everything out of the dryer easy peasy. Don't you just hate when you try to pull everything out of the dryer and walk with your arms full of clothes to your folding area and socks, undies, and sports bras keep falling behind you like the trail of breadcrumbs Hansel left behind? So annoying. This collapsible, flexible bb will scoop your laundry up without a problem. Check out a TikTok of the Laundry Turtle in action. Promising review: "I saw this product on a 'Best of Amazon' YouTube video. I instantly saw the value of being able to switch laundry from the washing machine to the dryer in one easy motion, so I ordered it. It makes switching laundry so easy! It's also a great replacement for laundry baskets. I recently stayed with an ill family member, knowing that I'd be doing laundry at her house. I hauled along my Laundry Turtle, which folded up into a small bundle, and used it at her house. No matter the size of the load, one revolution of the washing machine put all of the damp clothes in the Turtle and made transferring laundry so easy! I agree that it is one of Amazon's best household items." — Jeril Get it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in two sizes). 9. Some K-Beauty rice water makeup removing wipes ~infused~ with cleansing milk to help you remove stubborn oil and makeup without *also* removing your skin's moisture. Your future is bright and thanks to these, your skin will be bright too. Promising review: "I wasn't expecting very much from this product because of it's inexpensive price point, but I was pleasantly surprised. I would compare it to high-end products. It made my skin so glowy and healthy-looking after using it once a day for a couple of days. My face feels so moisturized, as well. I now use it at least once a day. Removes eye makeup well. I had not tried any rice bran extract products before, but I will definitely be repurchasing these as they have become my holy grail . I had sebum problems in my T-zone and dryness on my cheeks and corners of my lips. This has helped to control those areas. The smell is pleasant to me. Perfect travel size." — Stephany Get 50 wipes from Amazon for $10 . 10. A foil pan protector because that flimsy little piece of foil covering your famous candied yams dish isn't enough to keep the juices from spilling all over your backseat. Throw that yummy bad boy into this and don't worry about having a sticky mess to clean up later. Plus, you can stack 'em and they come in nine colors! It also has a riser so you can use it for both shallow and deep foil trays! Promising review: "We tailgate a lot because our granddaughter is on the Ohio State soccer team! Traveling with this pan in the back of the car keeps the contents safe from spilling. Can fit the whole thing in our cooler or insulated tote. I also plan on using it at Christmas to make my food table look 'fancier'. I love the red!" — Becky Cornella Get it from Amazon for $26.99 (available in nine colors). 11. A set of three jumbo heatless curling rods for an epically magical blowout . Best part is that these hook together so they stay in place. Roll up your hair into three big sections at night and when you wake up, *voila*, you'll be giving ~a new bombshell has entered the villa~ vibes. Promising review: "I saw this exact product online, but it is much more expensive, and I’m so glad I got these ones! Trust me, they work; you don’t need the expensive ones! If you have layers in your hair, it will be more difficult to get them rolled up, but once you get the hang of it, I promise it’s worth it. They’re easy to sleep in, and I woke up with supermodel hair. The best part is that the curls lasted all day, and I didn’t have to use any heat on my hair. Love them!!" — Kayla Get them from Amazon for $13.99 (available in nine colors). 12. A lidded charcuterie board — as if your cheese spread could get any more fancy. It'll be much easier to carry and it'll further prove that those *you always bring the most wow-worthy dish to the party* allegations are downright, 100% true. Reviewers also use it to store their cut up fruits and veggies. Promising review: "I bought these for a party and it was so easy to prep them and pop them into the fridge with the lid on. Same goes for staring leftovers afterward. It was also great to use for fresh fruit we cut up to enjoy all weekend. Looks lovely and is solid quality. " — AmJam Get it from Amazon for $35.13 . 13. A Solawave red light therapy wand that'll help reduce dark spots and fine lines, and stimulate and lift the skin (thanks to microcurrents), all while giving you a delightful as heck facial massage and some ~therapeutic~ warmth. Your skincare products will absorb better and puffiness won't stand a chance. Sounds like an amazing spa-like facial treatment is waiting for you and you can do it from the comfort of your couch! This plus a glass of pinot?! Reason number 532 of why leaving your house sounds less and less appealing. Solawave is a LGBTQ-owned small biz based in Los Angeles. BuzzFeed Shopping editor Amanda Davis loves it! "This. gadget. is. worth it! 👏🏾 Using the Solawave was my first time introducing red light therapy into my skincare routine and the difference in my hyperpigmentation is honestly mind-blowing. The tone of my face is much more even and the dark circles around my eyes have nearly disappeared. Essentially, it's like a mix of a jade roller (which I already love using anyway) and an LED mask in one...with microcurrent/vibration therapy, too. You can apply the specific Solawave activating serum or any conductive gel of your choice (I use a different one, myself!) and it will really absorb the benefits when used with the wand. I only use it once every other day (at night) and it's super relaxing. My skin is always ✨glowing✨ the next day!" Get it from Amazon for $114.99+ (available in four colors). 14. A tube of silicone grout whitener so that you can finally stand to look at your shower again. If the unsightly mold and mildew that refuses to leave like it pays rent or something has been irritating you more than your younger sibling did when you were a teen, grab this and let it work it's magic. The gel formula is safe to use on/around windows, sinks and baths, shower heads, pools, tiles, silicone sealant, and more. Leave it on the area you're looking to clean for six to eight hours (no scrubbing required). Some reviewers with really bad mold/mildew note that leaving it on for longer and/or doing a second round of cleaning made a huge difference! Promising review: "I live in a rental home and was a little hesitant to use this at first, so I tested it in a small corner of my bathroom. The directions say to leave the gel on for 5 to 6 hours, but I only let it sit for 3 hours just to make sure nothing bad would happen. Wow! I was so impressed. I literally just applied a small amount of this gel to the corner and wiped it off with a wet sponge — the stain was gone! I didn’t even have to scrub or anything. I was so amazed by the results that I then applied the gel to the inside of my shower and most of the tiles on the floor (and let the gel sit for the full 6 hours as directed this time). This stuff is legit. Buy it! You won’t regret it! " — Sarah W. Get it from Amazon for $14.99 . 15. A self-expanding shower curtain because if your current one touches you one more time, you're throwin' hands. This'll give you a much more room to scrub-a-dub-dub, prevent curtain cling, and doesn't need a curved rod to do it all! Plus you won't need to bother with those pesky rings. Space is a small biz that specializes in shower curtains that eliminate curtain cling and give people more shower space! Their design is also machine-washable! Promising review: "Wow! This is exactly what I was looking for! I have a tiny bathroom in an old apartment building, so I have an untreated window that needs to be covered with a shower curtain inside my shower. Every time I'd shower, I'd be attacked by curtains from both sides. That is until I purchased this curtain. It gives so much more room in the shower, like a curved shower rod, but without all that hardware and work associated with it. It's weighted enough so it doesn't move, either. I'm no longer attacked by my shower curtains. 100% would purchase again. " — Brittany Hopkins Get it from Amazon for $41.50+ (available in seven colors). 16. Some soot sprite dryer balls that'll help make your clothes softer, reduce wrinkles, and finally get that lint and pet hair off. your. freakin'. LEGGINGS. Plus they're oddly adorable. Dryer balls are both eco-friendly *and* budget-friendly since you can use 'em over and over. Friendsheep is a small biz that sells dryer balls handmade by women in Kathmandu, Nepal. Promising review: "These are so incredibly cute! I love that they look like soot sprites! I used them today and noticed a significant decrease in drying time. No static, and able to be scented with essential oils. A great alternative to polyester, single-use dryer sheets." — Daria Get a pack of three from Amazon for $18 (also available in nine other designs). 17. A stove-top pizza oven *specifically for gas stoves, not electric* because brick oven pizza right at home sounds like a dream come true but you don't have the space and don't wanna spend a ton of $$$. Move over Hannah Montana, this is giving "Best of Both Worlds" energy — budget-friendly and that yummy, wood-fired, restaurant-quality taste whenever you want. Promising review: "The stove-top oven is a great investment if you're trying to create thin-crust pizza in a high heat environment. We regularly get the temperature up to 700 degrees, which is notably better than our oven or grill. The engineering on the device is straightforward, two stones underneath the pizza and a low ceiling." — Traveller Get it from Amazon for $69.99 . 18. A pair of meat shredder claws so you can quickly pull that pork apart for your sandwich. I mean, do you enjoy trying to shred your meat for 10 minutes with two little forks? Didn't think so. Promising review: "I just made 26 pounds of pork butt for a large family gathering. Several months ago, I did the same thing, and my husband and I shredded it together with four forks. We scorched our hands repeatedly, and it took over 70 minutes. I looked at several shredding forks and settled in on these and I sure am glad I did! They are solid, light, and sharp. They are not hollow on the back side, so meat doesn't get stuck in them. It didn't take long to get the hang of them. They double as handles to pick the large 8.5 pounds of butts, which was very nice. They really do become extensions of your hands! I had read reviews that said that these don't let you get meat shredded finely, but that was certainly not my experience. Although I haven't used them on other sorts of meat yet, this pork was fall-off-the-bone tender, and it shredded very finely for me. And it did it so fast! I shredded all 26 pounds by myself in less than 30 minutes and didn't burn my hands once. I wish I hadn't waited so long to get these...It really does beat the two-fork system!" — L. Smith Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in four colors). 19. An electric heated mattress pad with timed auto shutoffs and 10 heat settings. And don't worry if you're always freezing and your partner is always sweating bullets in their sleep, the queen and king sizes have dual controls! Whoever said "there's no such thing as perfect" obviously hadn't seen this bad boy yet. Promising review: "We live in Wisconsin where it gets very cold at night. We like to crack the bedroom windows open at night because we prefer a cold room to sleep in. But this makes getting in bed with freezing cold sheets brutal. Not anymore! This mattress pad is a game changer! Turning the mattress pad on before getting in bed makes all the difference in the world; no more freezing cold sheets. The dual controls are great since I like my side warmer than my husband does his side. The mattress pad is soft and comfortable ; you cannot feel the wires at all. It has nice deep pockets that fit on our mattress and memory foam pad very nicely." — Linda Stranzl Get it from Amazon for $69.95+ (available in sizes Twin–California King). 20. A pack of reusable toaster bags because, hey, sometimes you just need a 1 a.m. toastie, right? When you're craving an ooey, gooey grilled cheese sammie but don't wanna have to clean the pan after, these will defffff come in clutch. These reusable bags are good for 50 to 100 washes and can hold pizza, chicken nuggets, and pastries. They're also great for helping to prevent cross-contamination if anyone in your house happens to have food allergies. Promising review: "I love using these! Since I live alone, I don't like having to dirty a skillet to make just one sandwich. This makes a great sandwich in the toaster without any muss or fuss. They're easy to clean; just wipe it out or use a little soap and water if needed. The nonstick feature is very helpful." — Branwynmars Get a set of four from Amazon for $4.50 (available in a 10-pack). 21. A TikTok-viral Medicube facial device that creates ~electro-passageways~ that'll allow your skincare products to reaaaaally absorb for maximum effectiveness. Uhm, game changer much? Plus!! You may have seen *the* Hailey Bieber use it on TikTok. Your skin will be as glossy as a freshly hot Krispy Kreme glazed donut. Promising review: "I’ve never used any kind of device like this before but decided to give it a try. I put a lot of effort and money into my skincare regimen and this device is making sure all those expensive ingredients get absorbed deep into my skin. It’s easy to use and works with your current skincare products. It only tingles a tiny bit once you start to use level 4 and 5, but you quickly get used to it. I’ve had it for over a month now and still haven’t needed to recharge it. After a five-minute session with this device, my skin is so soft and hydrated and stays that way for hours. Plus, the sessions I do before bed keep me super hydrated through the whole night. I wake up with soft, plump, hydrated, glowing skin. It’s been the best investment I’ve ever made for my skin, hands down. You won’t be disappointed." — Serina Jones Get it from Amazon for $132 . 22. A cast-iron scrubber because, yeah, the pan needs it's seasoning, but the big chunk of burnt on chicken has gotta go. This'll lift leftover food mess *without* getting rid of the precious seasoning. Plus, you won't have to get a second arm workout in by trying to scrub those stains away with a puny little sponge. BTW, since it's metal, avoid using it on nonstick pans as it can scratch and damage the surface. And check out this reviewer's tips about this scrubber! Promising review: "I love the product. I wish I had known about it when I first got my cast-iron skillet over a year ago. It is really easy to use and did a great job getting the crud off of the skillet without stripping the seasoning away and it was fast. I find myself using my cast-iron more frequently since purchasing this product because I no longer dread the cleanup process. If you have cast-iron cookware, then you need one of these babies. I will definitely recommend it to others." — KeCaRi Get it from Amazon for $17.99 . 23. A wine dispenser that'll serve you up a lovely glass of vino at the touch of a button. It has a built-in battery, can be charged, and is also self-cleaning! It's got a universal fit that can attach to any bottle, so whether you like prosecco or pinot, this will work. This little wine faucet softens tannins and will enrich your wine for a luxurious taste. Reviewers are raving about how this device somehow makes their wine taste even better ! Promising reviews: "Bought this for my parents, who are all about their wine and gadgets! They loved this thing and had already shown it off when they had guests over. Cleaning isn't as bad as I thought it might be. Just run some water through it after you're done with the wine. It even keeps the wine fresh while it's on, so added benefit there . Plus, there's a nice USB charger, so you don't have to fuss with batteries ." — Troy W. "Wow. This was a gift, and my husband loves it. Three guests at the party ordered it on the spot. We did a comparison using the aerator and without and it was quite clear the wine using the aerator tasted far better . The wine really opened up. Highly recommend this." — kathyo Get it from Amazon for $32.99+ (available in seven colors/styles). 24. A magnetic laundry guard because you're still not over the fact that you lost your favorite top to that itty bitty space between the wall and your washer/dryer. If you're of losing your socks to this dang unreachable corner, you need these! Avenge that crop top, babe, that corner will never be able to swallow up a pair of panties again. Promising review: "Oh, how I love this laundry guard! I have very little counter space in my laundry room and this allows me to use all that space on top of the washer and dryer for folding clothes. No more fishing socks and underwear from behind the machines! I love it, and so does everyone else who visits and sees it for the first time. The magnets hold it in place very well. There is not a lot of shifting unless I throw something large and heavy up there, but it's an easy adjustment to get it back in place. Good quality, not flimsy at all. I highly recommend this product." — Christa Get it from Amazon for $34.95 (available in two colors). 25. An adjustable, collapsible, microwavable, dishwasher-safe, and Shark Tank- featured Pizza Pack container that'll hold up to five slices of 'za for an effective way to store that pie you ordered and plan to eat for the next two days. 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The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.Economy tough, Nigerians facing challenges – TinubuWatching “ Nawi ,” two things become quickly evident. First, a wonderful lead performance carries the film. Michelle Lemuya Ikeny plays the eponymous character, a 13-year-old who yearns to go to high school but instead must face the patriarchal traditions of her community. She’s set to be married off for a substantial dowry in livestock. Second, the creative team of Toby Schmutzler, Kevin Schmutzler, Vallentine Chelluget and Apuu Mourine is so determined to make a salient point about child marriage that they deprive the film of its cinematic and entertainment value. In shifting focus to their political statement, the four co-directors fail to give their lead actor the showcase her strong performance demands. Selected to represent Kenya at the Oscars, “Nawi” takes place in the rural region of Turkana in the northern part of the East African nation. It’s based on true events and begins with its steadfast and studious young protagonist earning top marks in her high school entrance exams. As she’s being celebrated by her teacher and friends, and as a TV news crew interviews her for her academic accomplishments, a plan is hatched by her father Eree (Ochungo Benson) to marry her off to a much older man. Being the only daughter in her family, it falls upon her to save them and sacrifice herself in order that the price paid for the dowry can help sustain them. As she writes in her journal and the audience hears in voiceover, the price is “60 sheep, eight camels, 100 goats. No more, no less.” Before the wedding, the film spends time showing Nawi’s patriarchal family construct and the complicated interrelationships within it. As head of household, Eree has two wives: Ekai (Nungo Marrianne Akinyi) and Rosemary (Michelle Chebet Tiren). Nawi was born to Rosemary, the second and younger wife. These early scenes build real drama and tension in the family. Both women believe Nawi’s place is as a wife and mother, totally buying into their community’s traditions. Ekai is forthright and matter of fact about it, while Rosemary lovingly tries to convince Nawi to see the bright side, believing she could end up with a smart daughter just like she did. This mother-and-daughter dynamic is warmly portrayed, and the actors show palpable affection that explains how Nawi grew up to become courageous and graceful — she had lots of love and support. Additionally, Nawi has a poignant and playful relationship with her brother, Joel (Joel Liwan), even if they come from different mothers. Throughout this setup, Ikeny holds the film together with a performance rich in emotional clarity. The directors choose to play many scenes on her face, capturing her reactions to whatever’s unfolding in copious close-ups. Ikeny is always watchable and manages to convey silently what her character is feeling. For such a young actor, she comfortably and seemingly easily does what some actors take decades to achieve: fill the frame and single-handedly elevate their film’s artistic quality. Even as the screenplay runs out of ideas and resorts to obvious melodrama, Ikeny remains the sole reason to engage with “Nawi.” The character goes through a lot: she escapes, she tries to hitchhike to Nairobi, she becomes a mentor and teacher to a group of boys her age, and she has to make many critical decisions. Throughout this long journey, Ikeny shows Nawi as courageous, defiant, scared and lost all at once. Both character and actor mature onscreen and show real grit and conviction. However, even Ikeny’s performance cannot save the film once it hurtles to its conclusion. Where it had begun as a character study, “Nawi” fades out to become a rather rote PSA. The film loses artistic merit and dramatic credence as it desperately tries to make a point about child marriage. While this is a grave issue that needs to be addressed and loudly amplified to the audience, such an obvious approach is not how the issue should be tackled onscreen. The filmmakers resort to hammy techniques, such as having the actor address the camera, and in the process forget their main character and the story they set up to tell. Clearly, the filmmakers had good intentions, collaborating with various NGOs to tell the story, but the film ultimately becomes no more than an educational tool — something that could have directly come from one of these humanitarian institutions.
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