Practical gift-giving is a great way to make sure you’re giving friends and family things that will actually benefit their lives, instead of getting regifted or shoved in a closet. However, it requires a delicate balance. You don’t necessarily want to give a boring practical gift like paying their phone bill or bringing a few bags of groceries (which, while useful, don’t exactly channel holiday cheer). These gifts offer the best of both worlds: they’re useful and life-enhancing, while still feeling like gifts. Find them sorted into practical gifts for everyone, for her, for him, and for white elephants or…
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The state of Georgia has reported a record turnout on the first day of early voting in the United States elections, revealing a high level of engagement in the key battleground state. Hours after polls opened in the southern state on Tuesday, election officials reported that more than 251,000 voters had already cast their ballot in person. One of several races on the ballot is the high-profile showdown for the White House: Vice President Kamala Harris — the Democratic presidential candidate — is set to face off against her Republican rival, former President Donald Trump. Tuesday’s voter tally in Georgia…
This ballot question guide is part of our full explainer article on all of the six proposals on the ballot in New York City this November.What is Ballot Question 6?Ballot Question 6 is the last of the ballot questions, and is actually three questions bundled into one. Here’s how it’ll look on your ballot:This proposal would amend the City Charter to establish the Chief Business Diversity Officer (CBDO), authorize the Mayor to designate the office that issues film permits, and combine archive boards.”The first one would establish a permanent Chief Business Diversity Officer. The CBDO is a new position added…
GEORGETOWN, Guyana (DPI) – A new high-yielding rice variety known as ‘GRDB 18,’ was launched on Monday by the Guyana Rice Development Board (GRDB), at a rice field in Nooten Zuil, East Coast Demerara, where a trial was conducted by A. Sabastian, a farmer who owns 4.5 acres of land. At the launch, minister of agriculture, Mustapha, stated that this new variety reflects the government’s commitment to keeping agriculture at the forefront of modernisation and sustainability through innovation and technology. “This variety is very tolerant to water lodging which is crucial for maintaining high-quality harvest…Additionally, it has developed superior grain…
Home / Videos / WORLD VIDEO PREMIERE: Ras Fraser Jr. & Anthony B “Most High Protect” Fellow Rastafarians Ras Fraser Jr. and Anthony B debut the world video premiere of “Most High Protect”, a single available everywhere as of September 27th via Wide Awake Music, Big Mill Productions, and Rebel Sound Records. An ode to Jah, the single gives thanks and praise to Jah for not leading them astray in the face of temptation. Although life is never linear, your faith can be. Protection of one’s true self is only achieved through self-actualization and expression of spirituality. Despite roadblocks, dedicating…
Nana Owusu-Achau is the founder of rice producer Agro Kings. By cultivating rice, processing shea nuts, and drying fruit, these three entrepreneurs are tapping into Ghana’s agricultural potential. 1. Entrepreneur grows rice brand to over $1m in annual sales Entrepreneur Nana Owusu-Achau is the founder of Agro Kings, a Ghana-based company that produces the Nana’s Rice brand, among other food products. Last year, the business sold over $1 million worth of rice. Owusu-Achau was born and raised in Ghana but completed his university degree in the US. He secured a position at a Wall Street firm after graduation but chose…
The body governing football in the world, FIFA has banned the President of the Cameroonian Football Federation ( Fecafoot), Samuel Eto’o for six months from all football-related activities.FIFA disciplinary panel confirmed the decision on its official website on Monday, September 30, 2024, after he was found guilty of violating fair play rules and misconduct of players. The decision means that Samuel Eto’o will not attend any game that involves Cameroon’s national team for both men and women.Why did FIFA ban Samuel Eto’o?Samuel Eto’o was sanctioned by FIFA following breaches of two articles of the world governing body’s disciplinary code. The…
The Bengals will be the first team this season to activate a player from IR. As it happens, a punter will be the first such transaction. Brad Robbins is coming off IR and will move back onto Cincinnati’s active roster.Cincinnati’s full-time punter last season, Robbins already received a return designation after suffering an injury this summer. A quad injury sidelined the young specialist, but he will return to the Bengals’ 53-man roster, which now houses two punters. Because the Bengals designated Robbins for return before upon their initial 53, he already counted toward their eight-activation limit. Today’s move does not…
Suspect Ryan Routh faces several charges, including attempted assassination of a major US presidential candidate.The man charged with attempting to assassinate Republican presidential candidate and former United States President Donald Trump earlier this month has pleaded not guilty to federal charges. Ryan Routh, 58, entered the plea to charges that include attempted assassination of a major presidential candidate during a hearing before US Magistrate Judge Bruce Reinhart on Monday. Wearing a beige prison uniform and shackles on his wrists and ankles, Routh answered “yes, your honour” when the judge asked him if he was aware of the charges against him.…
Broadway is mourning the loss of a beloved and accomplished theater performer. Gavin Creel, known for his acclaimed stage work in “Thoroughly Modern Millie,” “Hair,” and “Hello Dolly!”, died at the age of 48. Publicist Matt Polk said Creel died at his home in Manhattan of metastatic melanotic peripheral nerve sheath sarcoma. The actor and singer was nominated for a Tony Award for each of the aforementioned works, the latter of which finally earned him the Best Featured Actor prize in 2017. Three years earlier, he had picked up an Olivier Award for his work in “The Book of Mormon”…