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What’s a rain backyard and the way do you make one?

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Rain gardens are one of those rare examples of something that is useful, sustainable, inexpensive, and beautiful too. If you’re not familiar with the concept of rain gardens, they might look like a small (in some cases) randomly placed garden in a garden, but it’s actually the opposite. Rain gardens require planning, precision, and a little math. Here’s what you need to know about rain gardens, including what they are and how to create one.

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What is a rain garden?

First things first, a rain garden is a garden where native shrubs, perennials, and flowers are planted in the ground on a small slope, usually formed on a natural slope Groundwater foundation explained. The goal of a rain garden is to temporarily hold and absorb rainwater that comes from roofs, driveways, terraces or lawns. Sounds good, but do they work? We leave that Groundwater Foundation break it open:

Rain gardens effectively remove up to 90% of nutrients and chemicals and up to 80% of sediments from rainwater runoff. Compared to a conventional lawn, rain gardens allow 30% more water to penetrate the soil.

Remember that a rain garden is not a water garden, pond, or wetland. In fact, it is dry most of the time, with the exception of during and within 12-48 of a rainfall Groundwater Foundation explained. In contrast to areas with standing water, rain gardens do not provide a breeding ground for mosquitoes.

Great, but how does it make a difference to plant a garden in a recess in your yard? According to Jeanne Huber in this old house::

Rain gardens allow the water to collect during a downpour and then slowly seep into the soil. The shallow catch basin is more of a flowerbed for water than an itinerary like a swallow. A fast-draining soil mix promotes water immersion and lush plant growth. The drain can flow into a rain garden from a swallow or pipe, or simply run in from a sloping yard.

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How to make a rain garden

Before you start digging, find a spot that’s at least 10 feet from your home and at least 40 feet from a sewer system or a steep slope. While creating a rain garden involves several steps, the project should take anywhere from three to four hours. Here is exactly what you need to do: per Huber in this old house::

  1. Before digging, call the utility’s location service to mark underground pipes and wires.
  2. Use marker paint to draw borders for the rain garden.
  3. Scrape off existing grass and roots in the garden with a shovel.
  4. Dig 18 inches out with shovels and discard the removed soil. A pickaxe can be used to break up heavier soil.
  5. Add 1-2 “coarse sand to the hole and use a metal rake to spread it evenly.
  6. Take the plants out of their nursery pots and set them up.
  7. Use a hand claw to tease the roots and encourage outward growth.
  8. Fill the hole with a soil mixture of 1/3 coarse sand, 1/3 compost and 1/3 bark mulch.
  9. Water the plants thoroughly and cover with a layer of bark mulch.
  10. Continue watering for a month until the plants are established. Then the plants should only survive with rainwater.

And what should you plant in a rain garden? Huber recommends planting species that can tolerate moist conditions – native sedges and lady ferns – in the center of the garden, surrounded by plants that can occasionally absorb stagnant water, such as B. Dogwood from red branches. On the outer edge of the garden, opt for plants that prefer drier soil, such as native evergreen and deciduous shrubs.

You can find more information about the rain garden at This page on the Environmental Protection Agency website probably has what you need.

Westinghouse 42″ Roku TV, AutoFull Rabbit Ears Gaming Chair, Nutale Bluetooth Trackers, Mophie Energy Banks, Dyson Humidifier + Fan, and Extra

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A Dyson humidifier and fan and a 42-inch Westinghouse Roku TV lead Saturday’s best deals.

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Promoted Deal: 65% off Basic Prescription Lens Frames* | GlassesUSA | Promo code KINJA65

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Now that we’re at home all the time, slowly losing our minds, it’s crucial, now than ever, that we start taking our vision seriously. I mean, without the right pair of glasses, how are you going to finally binge-watch the entirety of The Sopranos over the next few weeks—without overworking your retinas? How are you going to comfortably see every bright, raytraced pixel on your new PS5 or Xbox Series X?

You’re going to need a fresh pair of prescription frames for 65% off, and we’re going to give that to you, courtesy of GlassesUSA. Right now. Take a moment. Find your next pair of glasses, look at the price, and slash that by two thirds. Now check out and enter the promo code KINJA65, and add blue light blocking lenses while you’re at it, for 50% less with the code BLUE50. Whether you’re staring at Good Screen or Bad Screen, your eyes will thank you for the added layer of protection. You don’t necessarily even need a prescription.

To further sweeten the deal, GlassesUSA is giving Kinja Deals readers a 20% discount on designer brands including Gucci, Prada, Armani, and more. Just drop the promo code PREMIUM20 in at checkout and watch the numbers shrink. No matter your standards, you’re bound to find a new pair of eyes that suit you well. If not, there’s a 100% money-back guarantee on ALL GlassesUSA orders. Before you check out with a fresh pair of frames, however, I do recommend uploading a photo of yourself and trying them on your virtual face—a real thing you can do on this website.

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We get it: You’re very busy, you have many seasons of many excellent television shows to watch. You don’t have time to shop around for the best TV deals.

You just want something big that can stream your shows with ease? This Westinghouse 42-inch Full HD tv will get the job done for a super reasonable $170 right now at Best Buy.

This Roku TV can hook up to all of your favorite streaming apps right out of the box, and you can even use your phone as a remote with it— since you already have that device on you 24/7 anyway.

This is Best Buy’s featured Deal of the Day, which means it is not likely to be here tomorrow. Jump on it while it’s still good!

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You’re sick of wasting time looking for your keys, your wallet, the TV remote, your cat— I get it. Track whatever it is you keep losing sight of with a 4-pack of these Nutale Findthing trackers for 31% off today!

You can snag this set of Nutale Findthing trackers for just $28 when you apply coupon code 31M8SE38 at checkout. These Bluetooth trackers allow you to find items using the associated app or the alarm function.

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What’s nice about these trackers, too, is you can replace the long-lasting batteries yourself when needed, unlike some other trackers which you have to replace completely.

Jump on this deal while it’s still good and reclaim your lost time searching for things!

This deal was originally published by Elizabeth Lanier on 2/28/21 and was updated with new information on 3/13/21.

Things are starting to look up. More and more people are getting vaccinated. It’s warm enough outside for us to safely meet friends (while masked, of course). There seems to be a light at the end of the tunnel!

If this hopeful shift has you venturing outside more, you may be surprised to remember the need for a backup charge for your mobile devices once you’re no longer at home all day and just three feet from the nearest outlet. Be prepared with this 2-pack of Mophie PowerStation power banks for just $14 over at Meh right now!

You can get your set of portable chargers in either millennial pink or in indigo.

If you want one of each color, you’ll just have to find a use for four power banks I guess. Good thing these make great gifts!

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If you like the deals at Meh, consider joining their monthly membership program. For $5 a month, you get unlimited free shipping at not only Meh, but also at SideDeal, Mediocritee, and MorningSave.

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I’ve tested Mpow products in the past and was always pleasantly surprised at the value to price ratio. They’re quality without breaking the bank. A real treat from the company is their M30 Earbuds. They’re just $20 when you clip the coupon and use the code RTWHPT4P. This discount will appear once you start the checkout process. This code expires Sunday, and it only works on the black color.

$20 is a great price for an extra set of earbuds. If you’re running errands or just running and you don’t want to take your most expensive buds on the go, these are for you. Quick to pair and easy to bounce between tunes and calls. The M30’s are noise-canceling, so ideal for travel, and just because they are small and fit snuggly doesn’t mean there’s no power in them. Little buds, big bass. They’re sweat-proof, so sport it up and fear not about ruining them. You’ll get about 5 hours off of one charge but 25 hours with the charging case. The only blip is if you’re an Android user, you have to adjust the volume on your phone to “maximum” first to get the highest volume out of these. Other than that, it’s a solid audio device at a solid price.

Free shipping on this item for Prime members. This deal will expire on March 14.

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The Apple Watch SE is a pretty nifty watch. At 30% less than the latest Series 6 model, you can now get an Apple Watch with speedy guts and most of the features without paying the premium. Today, you can get the 40mm model for $20 off, bringing the price down to $259, and the 44mm model is similarly marked down to $289. Multiple color options are available, so check the listings at Amazon to see what’s still in stock.

Those prices only count if you go for the Sport Band, although there are other configurations that let you save as much as $30 off, including the 44mm Apple Watch SE with standalone LTE support and the fabric Sport Loop for $329.

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If you’ve had your eye on the Beats Solo Pro headphones and don’t mind a shade of blue, today is your lucky day. The full retail on these babies is $300, but Woot is currently offering them for just $150 in light blue or dark blue right now. Woot has free shipping for Amazon Prime subscribers, too.

Of course, these have all hovered a good chunk lower than full retail for a while now, but this is still $60-70 less than we have often seen ‘em in stock in recent months, and $10 cheaper than the previous low we saw last week. Now is your chance to listen to your music and podcasts in style and with active noise canceling for a better price—don’t miss it!

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For a first-gen Apple product, the new MacBooks featuring the company’s own custom chipset reviewed surprisingly well, even from our friends at Gizmodo. And now, the M1-equipped 13″ MacBook Pro is discounted $150 for the 512GB SSD model at Amazon, with the full savings shown at checkout. Meanwhile, the 256GB base model sees a stellar $99 drop, as well.

Here’s what Gizmodo’s Joanna Nelius had to say in her review of the powerful new MacBook Pro:

I do all my work and play on PC, but Apple’s M1 processor has me wondering if I really need a Windows PC for my next laptop. This is the first time in all my years of computing—ever since my dad sat me in front of a keyboard as a toddler—that I’ve ever considered getting a Mac.

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The Apple Watch Series 6 rolled out last fall with enhancements over the previous edition, including a blood oxygen sensor to join the ECG test and other health smarts. We saw some pretty compelling discounts during the holiday season, but not so much since, sadly.

Luckily, if you’ve been waiting for a bargain on a new Apple Watch, you might find it amidst the listings at Amazon right now. Amazon is currently offering as much as $80 off an Apple Watch Series 6 depending on configuration, although the larger savings come with the pricier, more luxurious versions.

At the entry level, the 40mm Series 6 Wi-Fi edition is $374 ($25 off) in certain colors, while the 44mm edition goes as low as $380 ($49) off. Want a version with LTE functionality so you can stay connected without your phone in range? The LTE edition is as low as $430 ($69 off) in 40mm and $474 ($55 off) in 44mm, depending on color choice.

Meanwhile, the fancier Stainless Steel LTE model with a Milanese Loop sees the $80 discount 44mm ($719). Whether you’re most interested in the health features, notifications, style customization, or a little bit of everything, now’s the time to strike.

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Calling all workout fiends! Take $11 off these new wireless earbuds from TrebLab until March 15 and get stereo quality sounds no matter where you are.

These X3 Bluetooth earbuds are built for comfort with expandable silicone tips (three sets for size) that reduced noise and keep things crisp. You’ll get up to forty-five hours of listening pleasure off of a full charge, and it usually takes around an hour to refill the charging case fully. The charging case will get you an additional nine hours of tunes. Pairs quick and easy with your phone via Bluetooth 5.0 tech. The built-in microphone allows for hands-free calls no matter where you are, and their noise-canceling feature ensures you’ll never miss a word or lyric. These fit snuggly in the ear and are ideal for jogs and gym time.

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Are you the friend constantly asking if anyone has a charger? Or pre-pandemic, were you asking bartenders if you could plug your phone in somewhere? The second option is probably not on the table now, so what better way to solve the problem than by grabbing this Aukey Wireless Power Bank. The 10,000mAh capacity version is just $27 when you clip the coupon on the page and use the code FJO8VLJH at checkout.

I’ve had Aukey products before and really like them. I personally like to have a portable charger with me at all times. I’m not too fond of seeing the battery level go to red, not knowing where or when I can charge it next. This power bank shines with its foldable stand, which allows for hands-free phone viewing while it charges, which it can do cable-free thanks to the built-in Qi wireless functionality. But you can also plug in devices via the USB-A and USB-C ports.

This will ship for free for Prime members.

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In his roundup of the best VPNs at Gizmodo, Andrew Couts called NordVPN “fast and easy to use,” citing accessibility and affordability as reasons to subscribe. Though it’s almost always marked down from its $287 list price, the 2-year plan is nonetheless the cheapest option to get started with the service and continue using it long-term. For a limited time only, though, it’s not only 68% off, bringing your total to just $89 for 730 days, but it also comes with an extra 1-month, 1-year, or 2-year plan, randomly applied by the Nordic gods at checkout, through the end of February.

Couts says in his abbreviated review:

No matter what you pay, you’ll get access to more than 5,400 servers in more than 60 countries, a bunch of features you may or may not want, and, because the company is based in Panama, assurances that your data—or lack of data, as the case may be—is outside of U.S. and European jurisdictions. Like every other VPN on this list, NordVPN claims to have a “strict no-logs policy,” so most of your data isn’t collected, the company says. It does still collect your email address, payment information, and the timestamp of the last time you launched the VPN.

But NordVPN isn’t without its downsides. “…some researchers have found that it sends your email address and Google Ad ID to a marketing company when you register through the Android app and contains some trackers,” Couts explained. “Another downside is that some of NordVPN’s servers are rented, which means another company you need to trust is in the mix. And yes, one of those servers got hacked in 2018.”

Still, if you want one of the most reliable VPN clients, with the budget to support its robust infrastructure, you can’t go wrong with NordVPN. Plus, with availability on virtually every platform imaginable—from macOS to Android TV—this private networking tool is equal parts ubiquitous and acclaimed. Endorsed by PCMag, Wired, CNET, Business Insider, and more, it may be time to board the Nord train if you’re somehow unwedded to a VPN already.

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The Oculus Quest is the best VR headset for the vast majority of people, offering a fully self-contained, wireless experience with solid performance and great games and apps, all for an affordable price. It’s really that simple—and shockingly good for the price tag.

Right now, you can snag the original Quest model refurbished direct from Oculus for just $199, which is half-off the original new price. That gets you the headset itself and the Oculus Touch motion controllers, all cleaned and tested to act like new. This is a fantastic deal if you’re looking to dabble in VR, and again, you don’t need to hook it up to a gaming PC or console or even slot in a smartphone. It’s like a portable game console, albeit one you strap to your head.

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Note that the Oculus Quest 2 came out last fall at $299, and it brings both enhancements and a couple of compromises. It’s cheaper and lighter than the original, and benefits from the tandem of better screens and improved performance. The downside, however, is that the new straps aren’t nearly as good at keeping the headset in place and the less-precise IPD (interpupillary distance) settings might result in lower-quality experiences for some users.

Overall, the Quest 2 is a worthwhile upgrade for most prospective buyers—but at half-price, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend buying a refurbished Oculus Quest while supplies last.

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The 12.9” iPad Pro provides a lavish landscape for both consumption and creation, whether you use that huge, beautiful screen to watch videos and play games or perhaps sketch or lay down some beats. The 120Hz ProMotion display delivers smooth animations, plus this Pro model has Face ID, a LiDAR scanner, and compatibility with the Apple Pencil and the laptop-esque Magic Keyboard attachment.

Right now, you can save $50 on the base 128GB model and $100 off the 256GB and 1TB models from Amazon, while the 512GB edition sees an even larger $150 discount. Discounts vary on the Wi-Fi + Cellular models, with the 1TB model also seeing a $150 discount, and the Magic Keyboard is $99 off right now (full savings shown at checkout).

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If you’re looking to treat yourself to a new gaming chair, this AutoFull pink gaming chair is an adorable and deal-worthy price at $254— and yes, that includes the rabbit ears, don’t worry.

Not pictured: The floofy little bunny tail on the back of the chair (but we promise it’s there).

If you are looking for ergonomics, this chair boasts a lumbar support cushion and it also has fuzzy armrests—which counts for something, right? Get it at Newegg while it’s 15% off and you’ll also receive a $10 digital gift card for a limited time.

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Way back in the day, the original Animal Crossing for GameCube was so big that it came with its own memory card. My precious little 59 slot card had a picture of Rover on it and could not have anything other than Animal Crossing on it. I was just hit with that childhood memory seeing this Switch compatible 512GB SanDisk microSD card, branded to match New Horizons’ chill aesthetic. It comes in that cool, light green color and features the same leaf icon that’s found on Tom Nook’s vacation-dad button down. Other than looking extremely cute, it’s actually a pretty practical deal. The card, which is down to $100 on Amazon today, is perfect for Switch owners who buy a lot of games. A 512GB card can hold much more than just Animal Crossing, so you’ll get a lot of mileage out of this precious storage device.

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At this point, you’ve hopefully had a chance to try out the Outriders demo. The third-person shooter is a new joint by People Can Fly and it features some fun ability-based gameplay. The full game is coming on April 1 (no joke), so you won’t have to wait very long to get back into it. If you liked what you played, you can pre-order the game from Newegg today and save a little cash. The retailer has the Day One Edition down to $50 if you use the code EMCETHS38 at checkout. This only works for the Xbox version of the game, so PlayStation and PC players will have to wait for their day. Remember that your progress from the demo will carry over to the full game, so you won’t have to do all that plot setup again. I hope you chose the right character class.

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Monster Hunter Rise is just around the corner. The latest in Capcom’s monster-slashing RPG series is coming at the end of the month, so you only have a few weeks to sharpen your skills. If you’re looking to revisit some older entries in the series before then or just want to know if you’d like the Monster Hunter games, here’s a deal for you: Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate is $25 at Amazon. This Switch game is a great introduction to the game’s massive scale, hunting mechanics, co-op multiplayer, and more. Considering that Rise is likely going to make waves among series faithful, this is a cheap way to learn what the fuss is all about.

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There are plenty of arcade sticks out there built for hardcore fighting fans, but how many of them have games installed on them? The NeoGeo Arcade Stick Pro is a wonderful little contraption that’s both a standalone controller and a sort of NeoGeo Classic. It comes with 20 SNK fighting games, including six entries in the King of Fighters franchise. That’s a nice little gimmick as is, but the fact that this is actually a fully functional fight stick that works with PC and Android devices rules. Take a look at that shiny red joystick and eight face buttons! That’s a cute little arcade stick right there! If you’re interested in grabbing one, it’s currently $101 over at Amazon today.

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It’s been quite a while since the last BioShock game came out. BioShock Infinite came out seven years ago and everyone wants to know where the series will go next. We went underwater. We flew up to the sky. What’s next? Prey is already BioShock in space. Maybe we could go to the center of the Earth, like the movie The Core.

While you all think on that million-dollar idea, BioShock: The Collection is just $20 on Nintendo Switch over at Amazon. The package features BioShock, BioShock 2, and BioShock Infinite, so you can revisit all of your favorite philosophical questions and decide if they’re very outdated now. You can also grab a digital download of Bioshock 2 and Bioshock Infinite for $10 each if you’re just looking to play one of those. or Would you kindly grab a copy?

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If you haven’t jumped on the Hitman 3 bandwagon yet, you might want to. Critics and fans alike praised the stealth action game, calling it a perfect capper to the World of Assassination trilogy that features some of the series’ best murder playgrounds yet. If that’s enough to convince you to pick up a copy, Eneba currently has the Xbox version down to $30 with the code HITMONPLS, which might be a new low. The deluxe edition is also discounted to $46 with that same code. The weirdness with cross-progression with previous games on PC due Epic Games Store exclusivity seems to be over, but the console version might still be the way to go here if you’re worried something like that will happen again.

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Ubisoft is known to drastically slash the price on games. Just look at Watch Dogs: Legion, Just Dance 2021, and even Assassin’s Creed Valhalla. Here’s yet another example of that in action. You can now grab Immortals: Fenyx Rising for $25 on Xbox, PS5, and Switch at Amazon. Meanwhile, the PS4 version is $30. This is one of the lowest prices the game has gotten yet. Ubisoft’s latest open world game looks like it takes many cues from The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, with free climbing, gliding, and rune-like abilities that can be used to solve puzzle shrines. Except it’s about Gods. If that sounds up your alley, you can grab the PS4, Xbox, and Switch versions at a discount now.

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If PC gaming is life, you should check out the Aukey 45″ RGB gaming desk. It’s down to $125 when you enter the code NC2RORZR at checkout, which is a significant drop from its $180 usual price. It’s a T-shaped desk with a cup holder, hooks to place headphones, and lights on either side so it can light up at night. Well. What are you waiting for? Grab this bad boy, now. I know you want to!

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For fighting game aficionados, a fightpad is a must. These peripherals trade in your standard controller design some something closer to an arcade experience. That usually means more face buttons for players to slam down on. If you’ve been thinking about making the jump to a fightpad, but are but off by how big they can be, this might be an option for you: the Razer Raion is down to $60 at Amazon. This PS4 and PS5 compatible controller mimics the design of a PlayStation controller, but morphs it into a fightpad. You’ve got six slightly larger face buttons with Razer mechanical switches. It trades in a joystick for an eight way D-pad, allowing for precise combo execution. It even has a “competition mode” that’ll let you disable buttons you don’t need. All in all, it’s a very modern spin on the fightpad concept, which is about what you’d expect from Razer who thrive on cool peripheral ideas like this.

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We haven’t really seen any discounts on PlayStation 5 accessories since the console launched. Everything has been in such high demand that it didn’t really make sense to lower prices. Luckily, one of the first shots in the price cut war has been fired. Woot has the DualSense controller for $60, which is $10 off its original price. Considering that players are already reporting that their controllers have slight drift after a few months, you might be needing one soon. or perhaps you just want a second one to play Tony Hawk in split screen. Whatever the reason, this is the cheapest we’ve seen it yet and Amazon Prime members even get free shipping. We don’t expect this to be the norm, so act fast!

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All LEGO sets can be fantastic projects for all ages, but the LEGO Architecture sets hold special appeal for some adults, letting you build real-life sights and favorite destinations and end up with a classy-looking result to place on your shelf or desk.

We don’t usually see a lot of discounts on these sets, but right now Amazon has a trio of ‘em at 20% off the list price. That means the 740-piece Dubai skyline set is $48, the 547-piece Tokyo skyline is also $48, and the 565-piece San Francisco skyline set is just $40.

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Looking for more options? There are a couple other LEGO Architecture sets at lesser discounts, too. The huge 1,685-piece LEGO Statue of Liberty is $100 ($20 off), while the 1,197-piece LEGO Trafalgar Square is $71 ($9 off).

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Look, we can stop pretending. It’s just you and me here, and neither of us have to act cool. The Mario LEGO set? Actually kind of lit. The toys allow you to create physical Mario levels with interactive toys. I’m not too proud to admit it’s rad and if you aren’t either, know that it’s on sale for $48 today. The kit comes with 231 pieces, complete with warp pipes, an end level flag, question blocks, and more. Plus, you get a big LEGO of my boy Bowser Jr and a Mario toy that makes a gleeful noise when you stomp on his little head. Get it for your kids, get it for yourself, whatever, there’s no judgement here. Enjoy life, you do you, LEGOs are cool.

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Some of us have been working from home for 12 months now, and I don’t know about you but my space is looking… rough. I’m probably going to be organizing my home office this afternoon so I can concentrate better for another week of working and graduate-schooling-from home.

To get your desk free of crumbs, dust, and other debris in a snap, you can use this 2-in-1 mini desk vacuum to suck up the mess quickly. Get this tool which also functions as a fuzz remover (the kind on your sweatshirts, not the police) for just $13 when you use promo code ALLVE25P.

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You can make any chair more comfortable with this CosyTech orthopedic seat cushion for just $16 when you add promo code 50YIMDK7 at checkout.

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If you want more of an upgrade than just a cushion, check out the super cute and discounted AutoFull deal today.

We are finally down to the end of winter— well, most of America is anyway. Here in Minnesota, we are still anticipating at least one or two more snowfalls before it’s suddenly summer. But for most of the country, we are starting to hit that weird space of the year where the weather can’t decide what it is. That’s when I imagine something like this Dyson AM10 humidifier and fan would be most handy.

You can use it to add much-needed moisture to the air, but the fan is also great for adding a nice breeze once the warm temps start up again for just $200 right now at Newegg, a 20% discount.

If you’ve used a Dyson product, you know that these appliances come with a certain bar of quality that makes a higher price tag easier to swallow, so don’t miss out on a great discount!

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Sitting is the new smoking, or so they say. (I’d personally argue vaping more so fits that bill, but to each their own.) And in the event you’re trying to quit while on that work-from-home grind—let’s face it, who isn’t now that our commuting exercise has been axed completely—an adjustable standing desk offers quite the elegant, versatile solution. While we haven’t reviewed this specific model, our own Andrew Hayward took the Flexispot EC9 for a spin earlier this year, and while he was reluctant to reach a definitive verdict on the experience, he did have the following to say:

This particular desk meets my own relatively undemanding needs, given that it’s sturdy and tall enough for me (being 6’2”), but it’s the only standing desk I’ve used so far. There are other options around this price point, as well as much, much more expensive standing desks with additional features and added style, not to mention standing desk converters that can sit atop your existing desk. If you’ve been thinking about a standing desk, there’s probably an option out there that can fit your budget and meet your needs.

Both the 48″ x 24″ EC9 and its larger 48″ x 30″ counterpart are on sale, the latter is discounted a whole 20% when you opt for the white on white colorway. All you have to do is clip the coupon on the page and you’re well on your way to achieving new heights.

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If you’re in the market for a super-sharp set of knives, look no further than Henckels 14-Piece Knife Set. It’s 20% off, bringing the price down from $100 to $80 which is saving you $20! Yes, I am amazing at simple math.

In the Knife Block Set, you’ll receive an 8-inch chef knife and bread knife, a 3-inch paring knife, as well as a serrated utility, Santoku, a straight-edge utility knife, as well as six steak knives and kitchen shears. They are ergonomic, so you’ll be able to have a comfy grip while you’re getting dinner together. What are you waiting for?

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If you’re looking for a dash cam that can be your new driving companion, the Rexing V3 Plus is on sale for $180 at Best Buy today. This is a pretty robust device that features a lot of useful perks. It captures in HD at 30 frames per second and a 170 degree viewing angle. It has a 2.7″ LCD display that you can interact with. It gets deeper after that. This bad boy has a built-in GPS, an advanced driver assistance system, night vision, a parking mode, and more. Especially useful is it’s looping functionality that’ll overwrite old footage on your SD card if it runs out of space. That way, you can just keep the recording running as long as you need to. Collision detecting tech also means that the camera won’t rewrite any accidents. I’ll leave whether or not this is a great camera to you auto heads out there, but it certainly sounds appealing on paper.

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If you’ve been one of the more motivated in the new year and overhauled your diet and exercise plan, this is a deal for you. This Blendtec Fit 120 Volt Blender could be just the thing you need to jump-start a whole new routine. But honestly, we won’t judge if you just use it for margaritas too.

This ten-speed durable and beautifully designed blender is easy to use and clean. There are preprogrammed buttons to help with smoothies, batters, soups, juices, and crushing ice. But it’s not all healthy fun and games; treat yourself to a little ice cream and make a shake too. Blendtec is a quality product and will have no problem pulverizing fruits and veggies for whole juices. The jar is BPA-free and clearly marked to aid in getting the right measurements no matter what you’re mixing.

If you’ve read a few of our pieces on MorningSave before and you like what you’ve seen, they offer a $5 monthly fee to get free shipping on all of your orders, no matter how many. That membership also gets you free shipping at Meh, Mediocritee, and SideDeal. Otherwise, shipping is $8 per order.

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I’m not a fancy chef or even really know what I’m doing in the kitchen. But I’m told owning good knives with control and grip is important. This sturdy and stunning set from Cuisinart is just that and a little more. These colorful knives bring some whimsy to your cooking. They are a perfect upgrade to a dull kitchen and only $19.

The handles are sleek and ergonomic, giving you comfort and charge over what you need to slice and dice. The stainless steel blades are ceramic coated and nonstick, making these easy to clean. Steel is sophisticated, but all this pop of color makes preparing your next meal a little quirky. I’m sure these will blend in with any kitchen or whatever else you have in your culinary arsenal. This set includes a chef knife, a slicing knife, a bread knife, a santoku knife, a utility knife, and a paring knife. All come with blade guards, and the quality Cuisinart has come to be known for. Precision and safety get a ridiculous makeover.

If you’ve read a few of our pieces on SideDeal before and you like what you’ve seen, they offer a $5 monthly fee to get free shipping on all of your orders, no matter how many. That membership also gets you free shipping at Meh, Mediocritee, and MorningSave. Otherwise, shipping is $8 per order.

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Spring is nearly in the air, and with vaccines spreading far and wide and positivity rates steadily dropping, many of us are dreaming of reuniting with friends and family in the months ahead. Prepare for your next outdoor gatherings with Tacklife’s tabletop fire pit, which is marked down 40% off the list price today when you use promo code 6K3IGLBF at checkout.

This handy glass, concrete, and metal fixture can easily move between outdoor surfaces, providing a decorative and warming flame fueled by bioethanol. It’s just $30 today when you use the promo code.

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Our clocks spring forward this Sunday, and since you’ll lose an hour of sleep in the process, why not grab of free bag of pick-me-up to start the day off right, courtesy of Kinja Deals? Using the promo code KINJACOFFEE, you can do exactly that for a limited time only. That link above (and below!) should automatically mark your first bag down to $0, but you will need to cover shipping. For me, the shipping charge was around $5. You can choose whether to get your bag ground and ready to go or as whole beans you grind yourself.

This subscription, which you can cancel anytime, brings you a fresh bag of new coffee every 2 or 4 weeks depending on your preferred schedule. You can get caffeinated conveniently and on your terms by indicating your preference for lighter or darker roasts, or have Atlas surprise you with each delivery.

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Add a pop of color and class to your bathroom with these Lacoste Legend Cotton Rugs. There are eight vibrant hues to pick from, and they’re currently 50% off. Embroidered with the brand’s iconic crocodile, this mat is plush and made of 100% tufted cotton. This will keep your feet warm and your floors bone dry. There’s a definite whimsy to these but still very much stylish. This will certainly revitalize a dull lavatory. Its dimensions are 20″ x 32″, so a sizable tapestry for decent floor coverage. Machine wash to keep it fresh and clean. This deal will run until March 14.

Free shipping on all orders over $25.

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If you read my piece on great indie coffee companies to support, you might have upgraded your java maker. Well, now it’s time to revamp those coffee cups. You can grab these two double-wall thermal mugs that are visually pleasing and keep your joe at the perfect temperature for just $14 today.

The type of glass these are made from use incredibly durable elements and keep warm beverages heated longer. And there’s no need to worry able a hot handle; they designed that right out of these. It’s actually not too hot to handle. The glass is gorgeous, making these an excellent housewarming gift or present for an espresso aficionado. They are dishwasher safe, and if you prefer the microwave to the kettle, no worries, they’re safe there too.

Free two-day shipping for all Prime members.

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For many of us, we are coming up on a year since some of us have seen our friends or family in person or since we’ve eaten in a restaurant. Isn’t this a good time to treat yourself for that resilience?

I know when I’m looking to treat myself to a little something, I love to check out iHerb to see what they’ve got on special.

This week, iHerb has some great deals for those looking to add some nourishment to their beauty routine.

You can grab Julep With a Twist mascara for half off right now. That means you’ll get this vitamin E and bamboo extract-enriched mascara for just $8.

I don’t know about you, but I have really upped my skincare game this past year. If you want to give your skin a boost, catch up with this Mad Hippie Skin Care Triple C night cream, down to only $8 as the “Try It” price for the 20ml size over at iHerb right now— that means this deal is only a one-time thing per customer.

This much-loved night cream is packed with “a combination of 3 bioactive forms of vitamin C that revitalize sun-damaged, aging skin.” It is also packed with Reishi and other antioxidant-filled ingredients to give your skin a much-needed boost.

Need some Mad Hippie face cleanser to pair with it? That’s on sale over at Amazon right now for $16.

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Winter blues are difficult to contend with, especially now so with many of us stuck working from home, dealing both with isolation and soaking in even less healing daylight over the course of each day. Whether you’ve been diagnosed with seasonal affective disorder (SAD) or just know the lows that come with the season, a light therapy lamp can provide some daily relief.

Right now, Amazon has this TaoTronics light therapy lamp for just $22 when you clip the coupon on the page and enter promo code KINJAO59 at checkout. That’s $28 off the list price. The LED panel provides 10,000 lux intensity while filtering out UV rays, giving you the blast of healthy light on command as needed.

Amazon customers give it a glowing 4.7-star rating from 4,300+ reviews.

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Drink more water is easy advice to give, not so easy to follow. But hell, when you can mix it with CBD for maximum chillaximum, you’ve got more of an incentive stay hydrated. The only problem is, mixing CBD oil into your drinks is often more trouble than it’s worth—take it from me, a guy who used to make CBD tea by dissolving the oil into melted butter, stirring it along the way, and then pouring that new solution into a hot cup o’ H20 with a steeped tea bag inside. Caliper CBD, on the other hand, cuts out that middle step, is completely tasteless, and blends in perfectly to any drink. And if you want a little flavor, Caliper Swiftsticks come in Cool Mint, Lemon Lime, and Mixed Berry variants to pack the ultimate cannabis-infused punch.

Take it from me, someone who’s tried it out and loves the concept but was initially skeptical of the execution—could CBD powder be as effective as oils or edibles? Although it has been vetted by scientists, I remained unconvinced until I was sent a pack myself. After mixing it into water, tea, and even La Croix, I can vouch for Caliper CBD. It serves its function, helping you relax and relieving chronic pain, with a pre-measured 20mg of cannabidiol in every pack. And for a limited time, Caliper is $10 off for Kinja Deals readers (with free shipping) using the promo code KINJA10. If you’re a frequent CBD user, my guess is you won’t regret it. But in case you do, Caliper offers full refunds for anyone unsatisfied with the product. Try it out while it’s on sale.

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Have the harsh cold months left your complexion in need of recovery? Clinique’s Dewy For Days Set is just what you need. Let this three-piece pack give your skin the moisture boost you need and get it ready for sunny spring. Take $42 off right now and turn back the clock on a dry, dull face.

Branded the Moisture Surge collection, it’s one of Clinique’s best-selling bundles. Each item in this set will vibe with all skin types, so no worries if you tend to be on the oilier side. These products were made for your dry spots and won’t upset the balance. The Hydrating Lotion is lightweight and has a watery consistency, so you don’t need a lot and glides easily. This also means the bottle will last awhile. The Hydrating Supercharged Concentrate is more like a gel and soothes features that have dealt with snow, freezing wind, and drying indoor heat. The antioxidant formula will reverse a lot of chilly damage in mere days by pumping hydration back into your pores. Last, the 72-Hour Auto-Replenishing Hydrator will get your glow back. Concoquited from hyaluronic acid and aloe water, this floods your face with everything you need to brighten and thrive for the rest of the bitter months.

Free shipping on all orders over $35.

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Had a long week.? Same. Why not kick it with some CBD goods to bring your weekend relaxation to another level? We will even help you out with an exclusive offer of 20% off their Cornbread Hemp’s CBD oil with the code SLEEP. It’s in celebration of sleep awareness week, so I’d definitely hop on that as I’m the queen of naps and self-care. The site claims this is the strongest CBD oil you can find that is also USDA-certified whole plant organic. It’s only $52 with the 20% discount, which is $13 off the original list price.

Cornbread Hemp ships to all 50 states and offers a 30-day money-back guarantee if you’re not happy with their products, making this purchase the least stressful thing about your weekend.

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If your muscles are just as stressed as you are, grab a TaoTronics massage gun. Down to $70 with a coupon clip, you’ll have six gun attachments and 20 adjustable speeds to really get into the deep tissue of your legs, shoulders, and wherever else you’ve got a little tension.

All told, it’s $60 off the list price right now when you clip the coupon on the page and use promo code KINJAMAGI at checkout. It has a 4.8-star rating from 2,100+ reviews, too, so customers love the relief it brings.

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While there have been teases of warmer weather, chilly temperatures are still very much here. JACHS is basically giving it all away, so make sure you stay comfortable and stylish while waiting for spring. There are some items up to 90% off in this blowout sale. Use the code CLEANUP at checkout and watch the dollars melt away like the winter snow. This sale will run until March 17. Expect an additional 15% off already discounted pieces.

I love the look of these sherpa-lined jackets ($33). There’s something a little classic, a little vintage but very stylish about them. The stretch corduroy fabric comes in this beautiful charcoal color and will keep you very toasty when temperatures drop.

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I’m partial to a henley and think it looks great on everyone. This olive green one is $25 and made of cozy merino wool. The long sleeve makes it ideal for layering, and the traditional waffle stitch pattern gives it a nice texture.

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I’m actually a fan of their crewneck sweatshirts and can say they are super comfy. Buying two is a good idea because you might have a significant other who will steal yours. It’s me, and I stole my boyfriend’s. They’re also 67% off, so hard to pass up.

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If working from home is doing a number on your back—or seating pain is a sadly recurring feature, no matter where you are—then here’s a potential solution that can provide some relief.

ComfiLife’s gel-enhanced seat cushion has been dubbed the “Cadillac of coccyx cushions” by one Amazon reviewer, but it has received glowing endorsements from many more buyers: it has a 4.4-star rating from 46,000+ reviews.

This ergonomically-designed seat cushion is designed to reduce pressure on your tailbone while supporting recovery from various back conditions, plus it’s easily portable and has a non-slip rubber base. Snag the gray version at Amazon right now for 35% off the list price.

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Spring is almost here, and we’re all ready to spend some more time outdoors. But whether you’ve still got a few more days of winter or you like to kick back under the sun and turn a few pages, it’s nice to have a good book to keep you company. If you’ve already got a Kindle, it’s never a bad idea to load it up with a few more books to keep you company, and there’s always a good deal to jump on.

Right now, you can get books like The Future of Feeling: Building Empathy in a Tech-Obsessed World by Kaitlin Ugolik Phillips for just $1, and Jen Sincero’s You Are a Badass: How to Stop Doubting Your Greatness and Start Living an Awesome Life is down to $3.

If you’re up for a good mix of humor and science nerdery, Mary Roach’s books are all on sale for the Kindle right now, too. Stiff: The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers and Packing for Mars: The Curious Science of Life in the Void are down to $9, and Grunt: The Curious Science of Humans at War is down to $10.

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If you’re up for a good mix of humor and science nerdery, Mary Roach’s books are all on sale for the Kindle right now, too. Stiff: The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers and Packing for Mars: The Curious Science of Life in the Void are down to $9, and Grunt: The Curious Science of Humans at War is down to $10.

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We see a lot of video game art books, but they’re usually reserved for beautiful modern games. These tend to be full of elaborate concept art or breathtaking landscapes. This Final Fantasy art book is much different. FF Dot: The Pixel Art of Final Fantasy captures the sprite work from the old games, treating old-school sprites with the respect they deserve. For fans of retro gaming, it’s a 280 page treasure trove that celebrates limitation. You can grab a copy for just $14, so put this on your coffee table next to your Art of Last of Us Part II book and see which one your guests open first. I know which one I’d pick up.

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The Last of Us Part II may have been a divisive game in 2020, but it’s hard to deny that it’s a technical marvel. The environments are richly detailed and the game features some of the most impressive interior spaces to grace gaming. If you want to revisit the world of Last of Us 2 without the trauma, you can currently grab the game’s official art book for $45. It’s the deluxe edition as well, which includes the 200-page book, a slipcase, and a lovely lithograph. Perhaps the best way to experience the game is through its art book, filled with lovely images of scenic Wyoming.

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I’ve had the pleasure of trying this out the last few days and can say it is, in fact, a great alternative to an Apple watch in many ways. If you don’t need many bells and whistles, the Aukey Smart Watch is a worthy entry into the category. It is currently 30% off and ready to make life a little easier.

The most significant feature I was impressed by is the battery. The company claims a twenty-day battery life. But even at that, I’m finding I only need to charge this once a week. Obviously, the less you have it sending alerts and doing extra work for you, the longer it’ll last. The display is vibrant, easy to read, and even looks a bit like that trendy watch all my friends have. It synched up with my phone seamlessly, and it was a breeze to get my texts sent too. This watch is compatible with Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram, Twitter, WeChat, etc., so you can receive a variety of chat messages. Using this on runs and even just for errands was excellent to track steps, distance, and calories burnt. And if you are a super active person, there are twelve total modes for monitoring running, cycling, mountain climbing, to name a few. As with most of these, you can also look after your sleep patterns and real-time heart rate. And don’t worry about sweat ruining your pristine watch; it’s waterproof. Now the only very tiny grip is that everything reads in the metric system, so there’s a bit of a learning curve. I’ve been pleasantly surprised so far at how much this watch can do. It’s not elite, but it certainly deserves consideration if you’re looking for a low-budget option.

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If you’re looking for an affordable phone that is ready to take advantage of 5G speeds, there’s no smarter option right now than the Google Pixel 4a 5G. This unlocked Android 11 handset is smooth and responsive and works with all of the US carriers, has an excellent dual-camera setup on the back, a crisp 6.2” AMOLED screen, and a long-lasting battery.

It’s already a great deal at the list price of $499, but Amazon is currently slashing $50 off the list price. Gizmodo’s Sam Rutherford called the Pixel 4a 5G “hands down the best $500 phone” in his review last fall, and I can echo that sentiment from my own experience with the handset and other recent phones. It’s a super sensible 5G pick, especially at $446.

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ExpressVPN is one of the best-reviewed virtual private network (VPN) services around, called out as the top service by publications such as CNET, TechRadar, and Tom’s Guide. Whether you want a VPN for anonymizing your internet connection to evade potential snoopers, or want the ability to get around regional restrictions imposed by websites and content services, ExpressVPN is one of your best options.

Right now, you can snag a full year of ExpressVPN service for $100, which is 35% off the usual month-to-month price. ExpressVPN has more than 3,000 servers around the world to route your connection through, including servers in 160 locations across 94 different countries. You can use up to five simultaneous devices via ExpressVPN, too, and they keep no activity or connection logs. There’s a 30-day money back guarantee, too, in case it doesn’t meet your needs.

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The US tries to contact Aung San Suu Kyi after civilians die in navy custody

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Myanmar State Councilor Aung San Suu Kyi will watch her hearing on the Rohingya genocide case at the United Nations International Court of Justice on December 11, 2019 in the Peace Palace of The Hague on the second day of her hearing on the Rohingya genocide case.

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The US is still working to contact Aung San Suu Kyi and other civilian inmates in Myanmar, the State Department said Friday after two officials from its National League for Democracy party died in military custody last week.

Suu Kyi was Myanmar’s state advisor, the civilian head of government, before she was ousted from power and arrested by the military in a coup on February 1. Her NLD party won an all-out victory in the general election last year that led the military to accuse fraud and oust them from power.

“We have a pending request to contact the State Council, which is of course unjustly arrested by the military at the moment,” State Department spokesman Ned Price told reporters during a press conference on Friday.

“We have continuously inquired about their health and safety, as well as the health and safety of all detained leaders and civil society actors, and are working through appropriate channels to contact the detainees,” Price said.

The US has tried to contact Suu Kyi since the coup in February but has been turned away by the military, which has increasingly used violence against protesters in recent weeks.

There are growing concerns about the well-being of Suu Kyi and other detainees after two members of her party died last week after security forces arrested them. Suu Kyi was last seen at a court hearing on March 1st. It is unclear where she is being held. There were reports held at their home before they were taken to an undisclosed location.

More than 70 Burmese civilians have been killed and more than 2,000 people have been arrested, charged or convicted by the military regime since the coup. This is based on data compiled by the Assistance Association for Political Prisoners.

Last week the US Department of Commerce imposed export controls on the Myanmar Defense and Interior Departments and two military-affiliated companies. Washington has threatened further sanctions against the military regime if it does not stop operations.

The US has also urged China to use its leverage over Myanmar to bring the democratically elected government back to power. Beijing blocked a UN Security Council resolution in February condemning the coup. However, China backed a Security Council statement this week condemning the violence against demonstrators and expressing support for the democratic transition in Myanmar.

The president’s statement on Wednesday is a step under a resolution but still becomes part of the United Nations’ permanent record. The UN Security Council can impose sanctions, but such a measure would likely fail against the Chinese and Russian opposition.

US and Chinese officials meet in Anchorage, Alaska on March 18 to discuss a wide range of topics. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken told Congress this week that future meetings with Chinese officials would only take place if concrete progress was made on issues affecting Washington.

“There are currently no plans for a number of follow-up contracts. These commitments, if they are to follow, must really be based on the thesis that we are seeing tangible progress and tangible results with China on issues of concern for us,” said Blinken.

Spring ahead with these 12 tremendous enjoyable out of doors merchandise

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Summertime is here!

As you move your clocks forward an hour, it’s time to think about all the ways you can get the most out of the extra daylight. And after a cold winter and an extension at home, we are excited to go outside and have fun!

From durable bikes and running trackers to garden sets and outdoor games for the whole family, we’ve put together 12 fun outdoor products to make your spring and summer days even more beautiful.

For our full guide to daylight saving time, scroll down!

Methods to watch the 2021 Grammy Awards

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With everything else, you may not have noticed that the Grammy Awards are tomorrow, Sunday, March 14th – two months behind schedule. There will be music, there will be awards, and since the nominees will take part in the ceremony virtually, there will likely be technical difficulties. Here’s how to watch the 63rd annual Grammy Awards.

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What’s going on with the Grammys this year?

Aside from a two-month delay, the 63rd annual Grammy Awards will have some notable differences from previous years. First, this year’s ceremony is taking place in their usual location – the Staples Center in downtown LA – in a secret building in LA that has been thoroughly cleaned to make it as COVID-safe as possible. Rolling Stone reports. Apart from a few media representatives, there will also be no audience, as all nominees can safely tune in from home. Trevor Noah will be the host.

How to see the Grammy Awards

It’s an awards show, which means there will be hours of coverage before the event officially begins. The so-called “63. GRAMMY Awards Premiere Ceremony, ”which will begin streaming at 3pm EST Grammy.com. Half an hour later, red carpet coverage begins and will be broadcast on both Grammys website and his facebook page.

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And now for the main event. If you have a cable or TV antenna that you can use to watch local area networks, tune in to CBS at 8:00 p.m. EST. Otherwise you will need access to a Streaming service with live TV with CBS like YouTube TV, Hulu With Live TV, Fubo TV or AT&T TV Now. CBS All Access – which will soon be revamped as the new version of Paramount Plus – is also an option. Each of these comes with the usual free trial version (in case you haven’t used up yours).

Sean George, CEO of Invitae, on the way forward for genetic testing and healthcare

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Invitae’s shares rose over 25% this week, a sharp rise after Ark Invest’s Cathie Wood called the company one of their most underrated stocks in a CNBC interview on Monday.

Invitae was the eleventh largest holding in Wood’s flagship fund, the Ark Innovation ETF (ARKK), as of Thursday, giving it a heavier weight than better-known companies like DocuSign and PayPal.

The closely watched investor and company are known for their strategy of investing in “disruptive innovation” and a strong performance over the past year has resulted in billions of new dollars pouring into Ark’s family of funds.

In a CNBC interview on Friday, Invitae’s CEO outlined the genetic testing company’s mission and long-term goals, and provided some insight into why Wood is optimistic about its prospects.

“Genetic information is fundamental to improving people’s health outcomes and reducing costs. We tirelessly pursue the idea of ​​integrating this information into general medical care and daily use,” said Sean George on Closing Bell. He co-founded the San Francisco-based company in 2010, which went public in 2015.

Invitae achieved total annual sales of USD 279.6 million in 2020, compared to USD 216.8 million in the previous year. Net loss increased $ 608.9 million last year compared to $ 242 million in 2019.

While genetic information can be an effective tool in combating a variety of diseases, George says high costs have historically limited availability, and therefore potential impact. However, recent innovations in gene sequencing would have laid the foundation for better accessibility. He compared it to semiconductor improvements that helped boost the computer and networking industries in the 1970s and early 1980s.

“That has … enabled application providers like us to change what was considered a rationed good in healthcare in the past – genetic information, a kind of niche, test by test, sample by sample building of the laboratory industry – to something that looks a lot more like an information industry, “said George.

George, who holds a Ph.D. In molecular genetics, Invitae hopes to take its tests to the point that patients and doctors can proactively use them in large numbers. That way, even if the cost of each test is cheaper, Invitae can generate enough resources to be successful as a company, he said.

“The enormous importance and central importance of genetic information in health care will – I am sure in the next five to ten years – be in the foreground in order to receive the right therapy earlier for people who can benefit from it.” , identify people at risk and put in place surveillance and prevention modalities to safely delay, if not prevent, disease outbreaks and, in general, provide a basic understanding of the risk that exists in families, “he added.

Ark Invest has positions in a number of companies working on medical innovation beyond Invitae. Wood’s company has dedicated an ETF, the Genomic Revolution ETF (ARKG). As of Thursday, these will include Teladoc, Regeneron Pharmaceuticals and CRISPR Therapeutics. Invitae is also represented in this fund, currently the 16th largest participation.

Invitae’s shares closed Friday’s session down 0.5% at $ 42.70. Despite the stock’s big gains this week, it remains below its all-time high of $ 61.59 on December 14. It has grown by almost 260% in the past 12 months.

Die 10 besten Angebote vom 12. März 2021

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Es ist der 12. März und wir von Kinja Deals sind hier, um Ihnen die 10 besten Angebote des Tages zu präsentieren. Benötigen Sie einen Koffeinschub? Bekomm dein erste Tasche frei von Atlas Coffee. Füge hinzu ein Tacklife Tischfeuerstelle zu Ihrer Terrasse. Und rüsten Sie Ihr Auto mit einem auf Rexing V3 Plus Schaltnocke.

Wenn Sie immer noch nach mehr Angeboten suchen, werfen Sie einen Blick darauf Die besten Angebote für Freitag insgesamt.

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Unsere Uhren springen diesen Sonntag nach vorne, und da Sie dabei eine Stunde Schlaf verlieren, warum nicht? Schnapp dir eine kostenlose Tüte Muntermacher um den Tag richtig zu beginnen, mit freundlicher Genehmigung von Kinja Deals? Mit dem Promo-Code KINJACOFFEE können Sie genau das nur für eine begrenzte Zeit tun. Dieser Link oben (und unten!) Sollte Ihre erste Tasche automatisch auf 0 US-Dollar reduzieren, aber Sie müssen den Versand abdecken. Für mich betrug die Versandkosten ca. 5 US-Dollar. Sie können wählen, ob Sie Ihre Tasche zermahlen und einsatzbereit machen möchten oder ob Sie als ganze Bohnen selbst mahlen möchten.

Dieses Abonnement, das Sie jederzeit kündigen können, bringt Ihnen je nach Ihrem bevorzugten Zeitplan alle 2 oder 4 Wochen eine frische Tüte neuen Kaffees. Sie können bequem und zu Ihren Bedingungen koffeinhaltig werden, indem Sie Ihre Präferenz für hellere oder dunklere Braten angeben oder sich von Atlas bei jeder Lieferung überraschen lassen.

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Dieser Deal wurde ursprünglich von Elizabeth Lanier veröffentlicht.

Es gibt viele Arcade-Sticks für Hardcore-Fans, aber wie viele von ihnen haben Spiele installiert? Das NeoGeo Arcade Stick Pro ist ein wunderbarer kleiner Apparat, der sowohl ein eigenständiger Controller als auch eine Art NeoGeo Classic ist. Es enthält 20 SNK-Kampfspiele, darunter sechs Einträge im King of Fighters-Franchise. Das ist eine nette kleine Spielerei, aber die Tatsache, dass dies tatsächlich ein voll funktionsfähiger Kampfstock ist, der mit den Regeln für PC- und Android-Geräte funktioniert. Schauen Sie sich diesen leuchtend roten Joystick und die acht Gesichtsknöpfe an! Das ist genau dort ein süßer kleiner Arcade-Stick! Wenn Sie daran interessiert sind, sich eines zu schnappen, sind es heute bei Amazon 101 US-Dollar.

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Dieser Deal wurde ursprünglich von Giovanni Colantonio veröffentlicht.

Das Apple Watch SE ist eine ziemlich raffinierte Uhr. 30% weniger als spätestens Modell der Serie 6Jetzt können Sie eine Apple Watch mit schnellem Mut und den meisten Funktionen erwerben, ohne die Prämie zu zahlen. Heute können Sie die bekommen 40mm Modell für $ 20 Rabatt, den Preis auf $ 259 zu senken, und die 44mm Modell ist ähnlich auf 289 $ herabgesetzt. Es stehen mehrere Farboptionen zur Verfügung. Überprüfen Sie daher die Angebote bei Amazon, um festzustellen, was noch auf Lager ist.

Diese Preise zählen nur, wenn Sie sich für das Sportband entscheiden, obwohl es andere Konfigurationen gibt, mit denen Sie bis zu 30 US-Dollar sparen können, einschließlich der 44 mm Apple Watch SE mit eigenständiger LTE-Unterstützung und Sport Loop aus Stoff für 329 $.

G / O Media kann eine Provision erhalten

G / O Media kann eine Provision erhalten

G / O Media kann eine Provision erhalten

Dieser Deal wurde ursprünglich von Jordan McMahon veröffentlicht.

Der Frühling liegt fast in der Luft, und da sich die Impfstoffe weit und breit ausbreiten und die Positivitätsraten stetig sinken, träumen viele von uns davon, sich in den kommenden Monaten wieder mit Freunden und Familie zu vereinen. Bereiten Sie sich mit auf Ihre nächsten Treffen im Freien vor Tacklife’s Tischfeuerstelle, der heute 40% des Listenpreises reduziert wird, wenn Sie den Promo-Code verwenden 6K3IGLBF beim Checkout.

Diese handliche Befestigung aus Glas, Beton und Metall kann sich leicht zwischen Außenflächen bewegen und bietet eine dekorative und wärmende Flamme, die mit Bioethanol betrieben wird. Heute sind es nur 30 US-Dollar, wenn Sie den Promo-Code verwenden.

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Dieser Deal wurde ursprünglich von Andrew Hayward veröffentlicht.

Der Frühling ist fast da und wir sind alle bereit, mehr Zeit im Freien zu verbringen. Aber ob Sie noch ein paar Wintertage haben oder sich unter der Sonne zurücklehnen und ein paar Seiten umblättern möchten, es ist schön, ein gutes Buch zu haben, um Ihnen Gesellschaft zu leisten. Wenn du schon einen hast EntzündenEs ist nie eine schlechte Idee, ein paar weitere Bücher zu laden, um Ihnen Gesellschaft zu leisten, und es gibt immer ein gutes Geschäft, auf das Sie springen können.

Im Moment können Sie Bücher wie bekommen Die Zukunft des Gefühls: Empathie in einer von Technik besessenen Welt aufbauen von Kaitlin Ugolik Phillips für nur 1 USD und Jen Sincero’s Du bist ein Badass: Wie du aufhörst, an deiner Größe zu zweifeln und ein fantastisches Leben zu führen ist auf 3 $ gesunken.

G / O Media kann eine Provision erhalten

G / O Media kann eine Provision erhalten

Wenn Sie Lust auf eine gute Mischung aus Humor und wissenschaftlichem Nerdery haben, sind Mary Roachs Bücher derzeit auch für den Kindle erhältlich. Steif: Das neugierige Leben menschlicher Leichen und Packen für den Mars: Die neugierige Wissenschaft vom Leben in der Leere sind bis zu 9 $ und Grunzen: Die neugierige Wissenschaft der Menschen im Krieg ist auf 10 $ gesunken.

G / O Media kann eine Provision erhalten

G / O Media kann eine Provision erhalten

G / O Media kann eine Provision erhalten

Dieser Deal wurde ursprünglich von Jordan McMahon veröffentlicht.

Wenn Sie auf dem Markt nach einem superscharfen Messerset suchen, sind Sie hier genau richtig Henckels 14-teiliges Messerset. Es ist 20% Rabatt und senkt den Preis von 100 $ auf $ 80 Das spart Ihnen 20 Dollar! Ja, ich bin erstaunlich in einfacher Mathematik.

Im Messerblock-Set erhalten Sie ein 8-Zoll-Kochmesser und ein Brotmesser, ein 3-Zoll-Gemüsemesser sowie ein gezacktes Hilfsmittel, Santoku, ein geradliniges Universalmesser sowie sechs Steakmesser und Küchenschere. Sie sind ergonomisch, sodass Sie beim gemeinsamen Abendessen einen bequemen Griff haben. Worauf wartest du?

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Dieser Deal wurde ursprünglich von Ignacia Fulcher veröffentlicht.

Wenn Sie nach einer Dash-Cam suchen, die Ihr neuer Fahrbegleiter sein kann, ist die Rexing V3 Plus ist heute für 180 US-Dollar bei Best Buy erhältlich. Dies ist ein ziemlich robustes Gerät, das viele nützliche Vorteile bietet. Es erfasst in HD mit 30 Bildern pro Sekunde und einem Betrachtungswinkel von 170 Grad. Es verfügt über ein 2,7-Zoll-LCD-Display, mit dem Sie interagieren können. Danach wird es tiefer. Dieser böse Junge verfügt über ein eingebautes GPS, ein fortschrittliches Fahrerassistenzsystem, Nachtsicht, einen Parkmodus und vieles mehr. Besonders nützlich ist die Schleife Funktionen, die altes Filmmaterial auf Ihrer SD-Karte überschreiben, wenn nicht genügend Speicherplatz zur Verfügung steht. Auf diese Weise können Sie die Aufzeichnung so lange laufen lassen, wie Sie möchten. Die Kollisionserkennungstechnologie bedeutet auch, dass die Kamera keine Unfälle neu schreibt. Ich werde überlassen, ob dies eine großartige Kamera für Sie ist oder nicht, aber es klingt auf dem Papier auf jeden Fall ansprechend.

G / O Media kann eine Provision erhalten

Rexing V3 Plus Dash Cam

Dieser Deal wurde ursprünglich von Giovanni Colantonio veröffentlicht.

Die langjährige Samsung Galaxy Note-Reihe hat im Laufe der Jahre einige ernsthafte große und funktionsreiche Android-Handys ausgeliefert. Sie waren durchweg super teuer und mit einem herausklappbaren S Pen-Stift ausgestattet. Im letzten Herbst Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G ist der Höhepunkt der Linie: größer, luxuriöser und noch funktionsreicher als je zuvor. Auch das teuerste überhaupt.

Wie Sam Rutherford von Gizmodo schrieb::

„Ehrlich gesagt ist der S-Pen nur ein Bonus, und wenn es darum geht, während eines Meetings Notizen zu machen oder nur alberne Bildunterschriften auf Fotos zu zeichnen, bin ich froh, dass es ihn immer noch gibt. Aber auch ohne es ist das Galaxy Note 20 Ultra noch viel durchdachter und raffinierter als das S20 Ultra oder jedes andere Super-Premium-Handy. Ja, selbst bei 1.300 US-Dollar ist dieses Ding immer noch außerordentlich teuer, aber endlich hat Samsung endlich etwas wirklich Wertvolles für dieses ‘Ultra’-Tag gemacht. “

Wenn Sie jedoch das Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G im Auge behalten haben, ist es jetzt möglicherweise an der Zeit, Folgendes zu tun: Woot nimmt 500 Dollar ab der Listenpreis in Mystic Bronze nur heute, solange der Vorrat reicht. Bei 800 US-Dollar für ein freigeschaltetes High-End-Superphone scheint es fast ein Schnäppchen zu sein. Fast. Du kannst auch Schnappen Sie sich das weniger robuste Galaxy Note 20 5G (kein Ultra) bei $ 600 in Mystic Green von demselben Link. Für Amazon Prime-Mitglieder ist der Versand mit beiden Optionen kostenlos.

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Dieser Deal wurde ursprünglich von Andrew Hayward veröffentlicht.

Sitzen ist das neue Rauchen, sagen sie. (Ich persönlich würde argumentieren, dass Vaping mehr zu dieser Rechnung passt, aber zu jeder für sich.) Und für den Fall, dass Sie versuchen, während der Arbeit von zu Hause aus aufzuhören – seien wir ehrlich, wer ist das jetzt nicht? Unsere Pendelübung wurde komplett eingestellt – ein verstellbarer Stehpult bietet die elegante und vielseitige Lösung. Während wir nicht überprüft haben dieses spezifische Modell, unser eigenes Andrew Hayward nahm die Flexispot EC9 für eine Spritztour Anfang dieses Jahres, und obwohl er nicht bereit war, ein endgültiges Urteil über die Erfahrung zu fällen, er hatte folgendes zu sagen::

Dies bestimmter Schreibtisch Erfüllt meine eigenen relativ anspruchslosen Bedürfnisse, da es robust und groß genug für mich ist (6’2 ”), aber es ist der einzige Stehpult, den ich bisher benutzt habe. Es gibt andere Optionen rund um diesen Preis sowie viel, viel teurere Stehpulte mit zusätzlichen Funktionen und zusätzlichem Stil, ganz zu schweigen von Stehpultkonvertern, die auf Ihrem vorhandenen Schreibtisch sitzen können. Wenn Sie über einen Stehpult nachgedacht haben, gibt es wahrscheinlich eine Option, die dies kann Passen Sie Ihr Budget an und erfüllen Sie Ihre Bedürfnisse.

Sowohl die 48 “x 24” EC9 und sein lArger 48 “x 30” Gegenstück sind im Angebot, letzteres wird um ganze 20% reduziert, wenn Sie sich für die Farbe Weiß auf Weiß entscheiden. Alles was Sie tun müssen, ist den Gutschein auf der Seite zu befestigen und Sie sind auf dem besten Weg zu neue Höhen erreichen.

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Dieser Deal wurde ursprünglich von Gabe Carey veröffentlicht.

Die Verpackung für Ahornsirup von Bushwick Kitchen ist äußerst verwirrend. Ich war mir sicher, dass dies schicke handwerkliche Shampoos sind, wie sie in Brooklyn hergestellt werden. Aber ich war angenehm überrascht, als ich herausfand, dass es sich tatsächlich um glutenfreie und paläofreundliche Ahornsirupe handelt.

Sobald Ihr Gehirn die Art und Weise verarbeitet hat, wie es beschlossen hat, diese zu bündeln, beurteilen Sie nicht das Äußere. Das Innere ist eine reichhaltige Mischung aus traditionell bernsteinfarbenem, reichhaltigem Sirup. Es gibt zwei leckere Sirupe, um jede Mahlzeit zu erhöhen. Erstens ist der klassische Butterahorn. Dieser Bio-Buttergenuss verbessert nicht nur Pfannkuchen. Slather es auch auf eine Platte Schweinekoteletts. Es ist ein bisschen süß und ein bisschen salzig, perfekt für Frühstück und Abendessen. Für diejenigen, die ihren Geschmack verbessern möchten, gibt es zwei Flaschen Spicy Maple. Hergestellt aus einer Mischung aus Chilischoten und Habanero, werfen Sie diese hinein, wenn Sie Gemüse braten oder wenn Sie anfangen, Ihren Morgenspeck zu braten. Jede Flasche ist fast 13 Unzen Güte direkt von den Catskills.

Wenn Sie bereits einige unserer Artikel über Meh gelesen haben und Ihnen gefällt, was Sie gesehen haben, bieten sie eine monatliche Gebühr von 5 USD, um alle Ihre Bestellungen kostenlos zu versenden, egal wie viele. Mit dieser Mitgliedschaft erhalten Sie außerdem kostenlosen Versand bei MorningSave, Mediocritee und SideDeal. Andernfalls beträgt der Versand 8 USD pro Bestellung.

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Dieser Deal wurde ursprünglich von Sheilah Villari veröffentlicht.

What justice actually means to Breonna Taylor now

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At 12:40 p.m., three officers from the Louisville Subway Police Department showed a no-knock search warrant at their seat, Unit # 4, on the first floor. They say they “knocked and announced”, knocked on the door and identified themselves as police.

The couple was knocked out of bed by the beating. Walker would remember both calling and asking who was there, but no one answered and the knocking continued. The police said they had not heard from inside and used a battering ram to tear down the front door, expecting to find an unarmed woman at home alone. Taylor and Walker, dressed so quickly that he put on his girlfriend’s pants, were in the hallway at this point. Walker, a licensed gun owner, had packed his 9mm Glock.

Walker, who told police at the time he thought Taylor’s ex had broken in, fired what he thought was a warning shot to deter him. Sgt. Jonathan Mattingly was hit in the thigh.

Mattingly and Detectives Myles Cosgrove and Brett Hankison He then fired 32 rounds, with some of the bullets penetrating two neighboring apartments. As they retired to take care of Mattingly outside, where another handful of officers were stationed as part of the operation, Walker called 911 at 12:47 am and told the operator, “Somebody kicked the door and shot my friend. “

Taylor, who was hit six times, one shot fatal, died right there.

5 Sensible Methods To Use Your Property For Retirement, Cash Information

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It is quite common to hear that “real estate is a good old-age asset”. In practice, however, not every homeowner is aware of the role their property plays in their retirement portfolio. Many have no considerations beyond selling and demoting, or even assuming they will move in with children.

There are other ways real estate can boost retirement planning, however, and here are some other methods:

Reservation:

The following is not financial advice, and proper retirement planning must be done on a case-by-case basis. These are just general concepts of how real estate can and has been used to support a homeowner’s retirement.

Always speak to a qualified financial planner, money manager, etc., or other professional you trust before attempting any retirement strategies. Remember, what works for one homeowner may not work for another.

Five Ways To Add Your Property To Your Retirement:

  • Sale and downgrade in retirement
  • Look for cash flow positive real estate
  • Partial letting
  • Pledging your property for CPF
  • Lease Buyback Scheme (for HDB real estate)

1: Sale and downgrade in retirement

This is probably the most common approach: the idea is that when you retire, you sell your home, move to a smaller one, and then use the remaining sales proceeds to retire (e.g., sell your home for $ 1.5 million, an apartment buy for $ 400,000 and $ 1.1 million for retirement).

However, there are some risks here.

The first is that you don’t really know the future prices for your property. While real estate generally increases in value over time, it’s hard to know by how much and if the total return will be enough for your retirement plan.

Chances are the real estate market may be in a downturn at your particular time of retirement.

For example, consider the price movement of resale homes since the early 2000s. In the run-up to the financial crisis from 2008 to 2013, the resale flat rates were as follows:

Immediately thereafter, the HDB resale flat rates fell for around seven years before picking up again recently:

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Of course, a drop in property values ​​is unlikely to destroy retirement. and in the above case, even if they sold in 2009 or 2010, most homeowners still made much more than they lost. It is worth noting, however, that your property value could fall below expectations closer to retirement.

In addition, other factors – such as the remaining lease on a property – can also affect the resale value. This could be a consideration when choosing a condo, despite the price premium (for more in-depth advice on whether a particular property can achieve your goals, contact us directly).

Ultimately, our experience shows that some homeowners ultimately fail to implement this plan for reasons other than financial.

If you are in your sixties and have lived most of your life in a specific area, how ready are you to move?

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All of your friends and hangouts are already in close proximity, and the location may not be interchangeable.

If you’ve lived on property all your life and are used to keeping certain pets or having a yard, you may not be able to adapt to HDB living. This has resulted in some retirees refusing to sell under even the craziest of conditions.

If you have no income but have a high quality property that you don’t want to sell, there is a good chance you won’t get a lot of government support (e.g. the annual value of your property alone could exclude you from certain aid programs).

2. Look for cash flow positive traits

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Another viable strategy is to focus less on the property’s potential gains and just focus on the raw rental income. This means investing in strategies in which the rental income can cover recurring costs (e.g. property tax, maintenance fees) and generate excess money at the same time.

(You may want to make sure sooner that the home loan is also covered by rental income, but since the property is likely to pay off in full by the time you retire, it is a consideration to remove this.)

We have selected a few properties that could potentially do this.

Some buyers looking for these properties only buy properties that are already rented or properties with a track record of 10 to 15 years (despite the age problem).

New start-up properties are usually a no-go for these buyers, since (1) new launches can only be rented after completion and (2) rental prices are very volatile in the first few years; Not to mention the cash flow element is a lot more speculative to begin with.

3. Partial rent

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Some condos have dual-key layouts. This means that there are two separate halves of the same unit. Dual-key units, while more expensive per square foot, can serve retirees in two ways.

The first is that you can comfortably rent half of the unit while you live in the other half. Dual-key units make this much more convenient than renting out rooms in the same shared apartment, for example.

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Each sub-unit even has separate functional areas such as its own bathroom, pantry, etc.

This could be a source of rental income with minimal frustration and without owning a second property.

The second reason is not purely financial. Think about whether you want to sell and downgrade (see point 1). One variation is to sell your house and then move in with your children, siblings, etc.

However, doing so is risky as you may not get along or have no privacy later. In these cases, you might consider selling with your kids, siblings, etc, and then moving to a two-key unit. With the units separated, you would protect your privacy.

4. Mortgaging your property for CPF

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Once you reach the minimum age of 55, you will be able to withdraw CPF funds in excess of your full retirement pension. The remainder must remain in your CPF to form your Retirement Account (RA).

(Your retirement pension will vary based on age. You can check it on the CPF website.)

However, if you own a property, you can choose to mortgage your property. This means you only need to keep your basic pension amount (half of your full pension amount) in your CPF and you can withdraw more.

Pledging your property does not mean losing your property. All it means is that if and when you sell the property, the pledged amount must be returned from the sales proceeds into your CPF.

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You can pledge a property as long as the value of your property is sufficient to cover the full retirement pension and the property is rented for at least 30 years.

Your property may not be a two-room flexi apartment or has been set up for the Lease Buyback Scheme (LBS) below. If you only own the property together, you can of course only pledge up to your share of the property’s value.

This frees up more money to invest as you see fit. However, speak to a finance professional about the assignment. Please don’t buy a big screen TV or a car with it.

5. Lease Buyback Scheme (LBS) for HDB real estate

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With LBS you can sell back part of your unused leasing contract to HDB.

For example, if you are 65 years old, you do not need 60 years of residual rent for your apartment. For this reason, you could decide to sell back a 30 year lease. The payout you receive is determined based on market value (however, be aware that the back end of a lease is less valuable than the front end).

The payout goes to your CPF first. Any excess of your retirement pension can be paid out in cash.

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Recall that in point 1 we said that one of the problems was that older homeowners were unwilling to sell despite a lack of retirement plans. The LBS is designed to fix this because you can get money out of your property without selling and moving.

However, the disadvantage is that you can no longer sell your apartment on the open market. Even if someone comes with a better deal, you won’t be able to sell anymore (you can still rent out the vacant bedrooms).

It also means that you don’t have an apartment to leave with the kids or other family members (although this is not a problem if they already have a home and can’t own your HDB apartment anyway).

If this is of interest to you, the conditions of participation are listed here:

criteria Eligibility to participate
Age All owners must be of eligibility age (currently set at 65) or older
citizenship At least one owner must be a Singapore citizen
income Gross monthly household income of $ 14,000 or less
Flat type All apartment types * (except rental apartments, HUDC and EC units)
property No simultaneous ownership of second properties
Minimum duration of employment All owners have lived in the apartment for at least 5 years
Minimum rental period At least 20 years lease for the sale to HDB

First, quantify your age goals, then analyze your real estate options

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Almost any property will “go up in value,” it’s a generic statement that doesn’t mean much. For retirement, the first thing you need to do is determine an amount required for your retirement and the required rate of return. This is a chore for any financial planner you trust.

Once these numbers are known, it is possible to shortlist properties that could produce the required profits. For this problem, we are always ready to help you identify the right potential customers.

This article was first published in Stackedhomes.

Tesla makes use of prospects to check AV know-how on public roads: NTSB

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A Tesla Model S with autopilot

David Paul Morris | Bloomberg | Getty Images

A federal agency is calling for stricter requirements for testing autonomous driving, and the proposed changes could eventually force Tesla to change the way it introduces features for customers.

The National Transportation Safety Board is calling for stricter federal requirements for the design and use of automated driving systems on public roads. In an unreported letter to its sister agency, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, dated last month, NTSB chief Robert Sumwalt called Tesla 16 times to call for sweeping changes.

“Tesla recently released a beta version of its Level 2 autopilot system, which is described as fully self-driving. With the release of the system, Tesla is testing a highly automated AV technology on public roads, but with limited monitoring or reporting requirements.” wrote Sumwalt. “NHTSA’s hands-off approach to monitoring AV tests carries a potential risk for drivers and other road users.”

While both the NTSB and NHTSA are watchdogs of vehicle safety in the U.S. government, their roles are different.

The NTSB is investigating accidents to determine the underlying causes of harmful incidents, including fatal Tesla autopilot accidents in Mountain View, California in March 2018 and Del Ray Beach, Fla., March 2019. The board also makes safety recommendations to regulators and the auto industry.

It is up to their sister agency, the NHTSA, to initiate recalls of vehicles, systems, or parts that are deemed defective or unsafe for use. It is also the responsibility of the NHTSA to set standards and reporting requirements for the safety and design of vehicles, including standards for fuel economy.

Federal action could affect Tesla’s ability to test its full self-driving systems as they do today – using customers and public roads as test pilots and proving grounds.

In the past, NHTSA has been reluctant to regulate automated driving systems from Tesla, GM, Volvo, and a host of other automakers and tech companies such as Amazon’s Zoox, Alphabet’s Waymo, and a number of startups.

Agency assistant administrator James Owens said he did not want to “hamper” innovation through premature regulation. Instead, the agency left the task mostly to the states.

Tesla’s self-driving contradictions

Today Tesla sells a premium software package for $ 10,000 and markets it as “Full Self Driving” (or FSD). The company said it will soon make FSD available on a subscription basis to those who want it but don’t want to pay the upfront fee.

Tesla is also offering select customers early access to a beta version of FSD – Effectively turn customers into software testers. CEO Elon Musk recently encouraged customers with FSD to sign up for beta access.

In addition to FSD, Tesla vehicles have a standard set of automated driving functions, the so-called autopilot.

Despite those names – which for some drivers mean they can operate Tesla electric vehicles hands-free – the company warns in its owner’s manual that autopilot and FSD require active monitoring.

Musk repeatedly persuades Autopilot and FSD to gain massive following on Twitter and in media interviews, but in accordance with regulators and in the fine print of Tesla’s financial reports, the company’s legal team is referring to these systems in a muted and more precise tone.

On April 22, 2019, at the company’s Autonomy Day presentation, the CEO promised that Tesla’s self-driving technology would be so good that in two years’ time Tesla would be making cars without steering wheels or pedals. At this event, he talked about a customer-specific chip that is supposed to enable self-driving functions.

On May 2, 2019, Musk confidently announced to investors in a fundraiser that autonomous driving would transform its electric vehicle business into a company with a market cap of $ 500 billion. A few days later, Tesla completed an oversubscribed offering of stocks and convertible bonds valued at $ 2.7 billion. At the time, its market cap was under $ 50 billion. Now it’s more than $ 600 billion.

That year, on the Feb.11 episode of the Joe Rogan Experience podcast, Musk said, “I think autopilot gets good enough that you don’t have to drive most of the time unless you really want to.”

And yet, in sharp contrast to Musk’s promises, Tesla calls its autopilot and full self-driving options just “advanced driver assistance systems,” according to the company’s latest financial file. And in accordance with the California Department of Motor Vehicles last year, Tesla rated its fully self-driving option as just “Level 2”.

“Level 2” refers to vehicles with some automated functions, but which require the driver to remain alert and keep their hands on the steering wheel. The highest level, level 5, would be a fully autonomous vehicle that never requires driver intervention.

DMV correspondence was first obtained from the Think Computer Foundation and published by Plainsite, an online database of public records and court documents that are otherwise difficult to access.

CNBC approached Tesla and the company’s acting general counsel, Al Prescott, for comment, but they did not respond immediately.

Clear rules could help the industry

Sumwalt’s inquiries to the NHTSA seem straightforward: he asked the agency to ask the automakers to do so Integrate collision avoidance systems into all vehicles – the NTSB has investigated several Tesla autopilot incidents – to provide robust driver monitoring systems and add protective measures that ensure drivers do not use automated driving systems that go beyond the conditions and areas in which they are safe You this.

For Tesla specifically, he recommended that the NHTSA investigate Tesla autopilot vehicles to determine if the system’s operating limitations, the predictability of driver abuse, and the ability to operate the vehicles outside of the intended ODD [operational design domain] pose an unreasonable security risk. “He added,” To date, NHTSA has shown no indication that it is ready to respond effectively and in a timely manner to potential security flaws from AV. “

Sumwalt also wants the NHTSA to make the safety reports to the federal government more specific and binding. Autonomous vehicle developers can currently provide their data voluntarily, but do not have to report it.

Despite Sumwalt’s criticism of the current processes, he commended the NHTSA for working with his agency and state and local governments to strike the right balance between rules and regulations regarding emerging vehicle technologies.

Having clear rules from a central location could help the autonomous vehicle industry in the US at large, said Taylor Ogan, CEO of Snow Bull Capital. Federal rules, even if strict, could align states and local authorities and reduce the patchwork of separate autonomous vehicle regulations in each region, he said.

Ogan is a longtime Tesla owner and proponent of Tesla and electric vehicles. His company, Snow Bull, is a long-time Tesla hedge fund that doesn’t sell stocks short.

He personally drives a 2020 Model Y Performance Tesla, which is equipped with the full self-driving option. It is his fourth Tesla. The investor said, based on his personal use of the vehicle, that he believes Tesla is the best Level 2 system on the US market today.

However, Ogan said, “My car can’t autonomously navigate a parking lot so I don’t know why people think these are working as a robotic axis. We don’t think Tesla can achieve level 3 or 4 autonomy – which means that there is no robot axis. ” – anytime soon with your current hardware. “

In his view, competitors are already outperforming Tesla in self-driving in China, where the company faces competition from Nio, Xpeng, and a joint venture between Didi Chuxing and BYD that is developing a driving “robotaxi” called the D1.

Here is the full letter from NTSB to NHTSA:

Correction: An earlier version of this article incorrectly stated that the NTSB is part of the US Department of Transportation. It was made independent from the DOT in 1974.

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