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Today Is September 30 Ask a Stupid Question Day Check These Out: http://justsomething.co/27-hilarious-yahoo-questions/ http://www.jokes4us.com/barjokes/smartassquestions.html Chewing Gum Day Consumption of chewing gum/bubble gum in the U.S. 173.41m Americans Most chewed flavor of chewing gum/bubble gum in the U.S. Spearmint Number of Americans who have chewed 16 or more pieces of chewing gum in the last 7 days 23.39m Orange Shirt Day https://www.orangeshirtday.org/ Extra Virgin Olive Oil Day International Blasphemy Rights Day International Podcast Day International Thunderbirds Day International Translation Day National Hot Mulled Cider Day National Love People Day National Mud Pack Day National PrepareAthon! Day National Women's Health and Fitness Day The Time for Yoga World School Milk Day Fun Fact When they were first released, Q-tips were initially called 'Baby Gays.' Trivia Q: 13% of guys say this is one of their fondest memories of growing up. What is it? A: Shaving for the first time! Food For Thought Enjoy life today, because yesterday is gone, and tomorrow is never promised. HAHAHAHA In 2006, William Shatner raised $25,000 for Habitat for Humanity by selling his kidney stone. Holidays/Special Events Tidbits Let’s Link Up LinkedIn averaged 8.7 million monthly visitors—or 27.1% of internet users—in Canada across all platforms, including the mobile app Sniif Sniff 17% of women have fallen asleep with a tissue in their hand. GUILTY!!!! A recent survey says that the main things we feel guilty about throwing away are greeting/birthday/anniversary cards. Ahhhh Life Four in 10 Gen Z women have experienced a wake-up call during quarantine that made them realize what they want to pursue in life, according to new research. As 44% of respondents have experienced a wake-up call during this time, and a further 41% shared they’ve reevaluated their professional career goals because of the coronavirus pandemic. Hmmmmm On average, you'll have 3000 thoughts every day. Entertainment Disney is developing a follow-up to its 2019 photo-realistic remake of The Lion King with filmmaker Barry Jenkins attached to direct. The sequel will touch on the early years of Mufasa, who was originally voiced by James Earl Jones in the 2019 film and the animated film from 1994. Disney has not announced a release date or production start date for the sequel. It remains unknown if any of the cast from the 2019 film will be returning. The new Saved By the Bell series will premiere on Peacock on Nov. 25, the streaming service said Tuesday. The sequel of the original 1989 sitcom of the same name about high school rivalry and friendships at California's Bayside High School will have a new twist, but also reprise some roles of the original cast. In the sequel to premiere on NBC Universal's Peacock streaming service, Mark-Paul Gosselaar, a main character as the student Zack Morris on the original, will now play Gov. Morris. The new series also reprises the roles of Mario Lopez and Elizabeth Berkley as A.C. Slater and Jessie Spano, respectively. Lopez's Slater, a high school jock in the original, is now the Bayside High gym teacher, and Berkley's Spano, a feminist, is now the guidance counselor. Odd News Airline offering free flights to Orlando for people named Orlando A budget airline is offering free flights in the month of October to central Florida-bound passengers who share the name of the city of Orlando. Frontier Airlines announced it partnered with Visit Orlando, the city's tourism authority, to offer free flights to Orlando between Oct. 13 and Oct. 20 for anyone with the first or last name Orlando. The airline said passengers not named Orlando can buy tickets for the same period of time for discounted prices starting at $39. Applications for the free flights are being accepted through Oct. 5. Food 'Hocus Pocus'-themed wines arriving in time for Halloween “Hocus Pocus”-inspired wine is here. Wine-maker Besa mi Vino teamed up with beverage and design shop Eliqs for the beverages which come in two varieties—a rosé and a white wine—with a 12.5% ABV. The Hocus Pocus rosé comes in cans that each feature a different witchy Sanderson sister, played by Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy, with punny takes on lines from the Halloween-themed film. The Winifred can, inspired by Bette Meddler’s character, reads: “I put a spell on you, and now you’re wine!” And a can inspired by Sarah Jessica Parker’s character says, “My lucky rose! Just where I left it.” The rosé wine is said to be “bright and lightly bubbly with flavors of cherry, dried roses, and lychee.” The "Hocus Pocus"-inspired white wine is described as having “fragrant aromas with a smooth blend between dry and sweet on the palate.” Six-packs are $36, but fans may have to act fast -- the wines are already selling out. Fox Lifestyle Many US Adults Plan to Keep Digital Subscriptions They Started in March Subscription services are still holding strong amid the pandemic. According to an April 2020 survey from The Harris Poll, many US adults said they plan to keep their music subscriptions (72%), exercise/fitness/wellness subscriptions (64%), and digital learning subscriptions (54%). News outlets are also seeing success, as 58% of US adults cited that they will maintain their subscription post-pandemic. The New York Times gained 669,000 digital subscribers in Q2 2020 Millions of shoppers believe being green is too expensive Millions of shoppers believe being green is too expensive. A study of adults found 17 per cent think it costs more money to be sustainable, claiming they can’t afford to be more eco-conscious with their purchases. And 23 per cent think green produce is too expensive for most people. Shoppers are more likely to consider price, convenience and the brand ahead of whether a product is sustainable when deciding what to buy. As a result, just a third of adults consider themselves to be green, although 62 per cent said it has become more of a consideration during the past five years. HOWEVER The study also found the average adult estimates 38 per cent of the groceries they purchase are eco-friendly – along with 23 per cent of gadgets and 32 per cent of clothes. And food is the main area in which they actively try to shop sustainably (55 per cent), ahead of clothing (31 per cent), cleaning products (26 per cent) and gardening supplies (18 per cent). But the amount of packaging used is also a hindrance with 81 per cent believing shop-bought items are ‘still’ over-packaged. Almost six in 10 (58 per cent) also said packaging influences their purchase decision, with 69 per cent consciously buying items which have less packaging – if there’s a choice. And 75 per cent of those polled, via OnePoll, feel they would be ‘much more’ sustainable if more companies made their packaging eco-friendly. The Quarantine Face According to a poll from Neutrogena, a survey found that all of this uncertainty about the future has caused 67% of respondents to feel more stressed than ever before. And as women are experiencing increased stress levels, 27% shared their acne has increased along with it. Thirteen percent of women surveyed shared that quarantine was the first time they’ve experienced acne. 43% said the key to keeping their confidence up during quarantine was their skincare routine. 74% of respondents are reevaluating their skincare routines while they self-isolate. The average Gen Z woman surveyed has tried seven new products during quarantine, specifically three new skincare products, two new acne-specific products and they’ve tried an average of two DIY-products. The survey found that Gen Z women do tread lightly when trying new skincare products, however, as 59% shared their top concern when trying something new is whether it will actually do more harm than good and make their acne worse. Over half of women surveyed also shared they worry that they’ll have a bad reaction to the product and 51% worry the product will be a dud and not be as successful as they hoped. TOP CONTRIBUTORS TO ACNE & BREAKOUTS DURING ISOLATION 1. Increased stress levels - 51% 2. Inconsistent sleep schedules - 43% 3. Hormonal changes related to my menstrual cycle - 43% 4. Change in diet - 38% 5. Use of protective face-coverings / masks - 37% 6. Uncertainty about my day-to-day routines - 30% Lists People's top five biggest gripes with new tech: according to a poll from musicMagpie’s Annual Phone Depreciation Report: 1. It’s overpriced 2. New charging cables no longer fitting old tech 3. It stops software updates on older devices 4. Having to upgrade other tech items to be compatible – for example, speakers 5. It leads to more e-waste Technology More than half of us are now officially ‘bored’ of trying to keep up with the latest releases and ‘must-have’ gadgets More than half of us are now officially ‘bored’ of trying to keep up with the latest releases and ‘must-have’ gadgets, a survey has found. Research found three quarters are no longer willing to pay ‘extortionate’ amounts for the newest tech when it’s released. Eight in 10 don't like to feel pushed by manufacturers into moving with the times – opting instead to get their tech as and when they need it. 62 per cent feel their hands are often forced as they believe the lifespan of tech has become shorter and shorter. 88 per cent of adults think it's financially wasteful buying or upgrading to the latest smartphone the moment they’re released. Three in 10 of the adults polled intend to spend less on smartphones and other forms of tech over the next two years. 73 per cent are happy to buy older models at a lower price, while nearly half are content to pick-up refurbished or second-hand tech items to reduce cost. Eight in 10 adults believe new models often aren't noticeably different to older ones, while 71 per cent avoid newer types of tech because they believe there’s a tendency for them to have bugs initially. And 42 per cent find it difficult to learn how to use new tech and would rather stick to what they’re familiar with. Stats:I’m BORED Kids have said 'I'm bored' at least this many times a day since the pandemic began The average parent has heard their child announce “I’m bored” six times per day since the beginning of quarantine, according to new research. They’ve also dealt with five temper tantrums each day, as well as six “career-best” messes from their kids over the course of the past few months. Eighty-four percent of parents said that they’ve allowed their child to have more screen time than usual during quarantine. Eight in ten say their child has morphed into “a bit of a screen zombie.” And while 69% are concerned that remote or hybrid schooling isn’t conducive to their child’s learning style, 78% agree they are optimistic that the time their child has spent at home gave them the opportunity to learn and experience things they might not have been able to in a classroom setting. Seventy-seven percent of respondents agreed with the statement “I know my child is up to something when they are too quiet.” Eighty-one percent of respondents say that, at least once during quarantine, their child has made an inexplicable thud or similar noise, followed by “It’s nothing!” or silence. The average parent will wait seven minutes before investigating the noise. Four in 10 parents actually say that their child's behavior has improved during quarantine. The ways that parents and kids have gotten creative together just might have something to do with it. Nearly half of respondents (48%) recreated an intended vacation destination at home through crafts, decorations, special food or other means. Four in 10 have camped in the backyard as a family. Thirty-seven percent have recreated summer camp activities at home, and 33% have recreated summer sports leagues or competitions at home as well. On days when parents were home with their child since the beginning of the pandemic, they’ve made them laugh seven times. And 81% say they’ve bonded more with their child than they would have otherwise during this time. TOP KID CREATIVITY IN QUARANTINE 1. Completed a painting or drawing (84%) 2. Completed a puzzle (81%) 3. Wrote a story (73%) 4. Built a pillow fort (73%) 5. Created an obstacle course or indoor game (72%) 6. Whipped up a concoction, edible or otherwise, in the kitchen (72%) 7. Performed a show for other family members (71%) 8. Completed the Mentos-in-soda experiment (65%) 9. Built a baking soda volcano (64%) 10. Disassembled an electronic device to modify or experiment with it (64%) 11. Made jewelry (61%) According to MSN Poll:Time Travel We're traveling back in time. What's your favorite '80s movie? 10%Airplane! 7%Terms of Endearment 29%Back to the Future 31%Caddyshack 23%Other Now, let's talk music. Which '80s musician or band is your favorite? 15%U2 3%Run-DMC 8%Madonna 18%Prince 56%Other Which fashion trend from the '80s should make a comeback? 6%Mullets 15%Acid-wash jeans 3%Shoulder pads 3%Neon tracksuits 73%None of the above, please Which '80s TV show do you like the most? 21%Magnum, P.I. 37%Cheers 5%Dynasty 16%Golden Girls 21%Other What do you think is the greatest invention from the '80s? 14%MS-DOS 13%Doppler radar 21%Compact discs 38%DNA fingerprinting 14%Other Which famous person from the '80s would you most like to meet? 34%Ronald Reagan 11%Freddie Mercury 10%Nelson Mandela 27%Princess Diana 18%Other Tips Want to Fall Asleep Faster? Try This Breathing Technique One way to trick yourself into falling asleep fast is finding something to concentrate on other than how long you've been awake. For nights when your thoughts just won't stay quiet, try the 4-7-8 technique. According to Simplemost, the 4-7-8 breathing method is meant to combat anxiety, restlessness, and other enemies of a good night's sleep. The actual technique is simple: Just inhale for four seconds, hold your breath for seven seconds, and exhale for eight seconds. Like counting sheep, measuring out your breaths gives your brain something to do that isn't obsessing about your hectic day or the day ahead. The 4-7-8 breathing technique functions as both a distraction from your thoughts and a way to combat any anxious sensations that may be keeping you awake. Simplemost Did You Know? Good Call With birth rates plunging in South Korea, rural schools are running low on kids. In order to have more students, several schools have invited illiterate grandmas to the classroom, where they learn how to read and write. Things of Interest This One Thing Can Tell You If a Man Wants Love or Sex, Study Says When it comes to dating, your potential partner's intentions are often shrouded in mystery. You may be wondering whether a man is interested in you as a potential relationship partner, or if instead, he's only interested in sex. The answer, scientists say, is simple and observable: what a man wants is all in the eyes. According to researchers at the University of Chicago, tracking a man's eye movements can reveal "whether love or lust is in the cards." They claim that in as little as a half a second, a person's brain makes a snap judgement about others as part of an "automatic attentional process" to biomarkers in that person's appearance. If the basis of a person's attraction is solely physical, their eye patterns should reveal that they spend more time stealing glances at their date's body. If instead they're interested in romantic love, they're likely to focus on their date's face. Tel Aviv To Become First City With Electric Road That Charges Public Transportation The construction of an electric road will make Tel Aviv the first city worldwide to institute the large-scale rollout of a technology that can charge vehicles as they drive. Tel Aviv-Yafo Municipality, in partnership with ElectReon and Dan Bus Company, has launched a pilot to install wireless electric roads for charging public transportation in the city. The project will be carried out between Tel Aviv University Railway Station and Klatzkin Terminal in Ramat Aviv—a two-kilometer route including 600 meters of electric road. According to a statement, the project will enable specially equipped electric buses, capable of being charged directly from under-road electric infrastructure, to travel on the route. This means the buses won’t need expensive, heavy batteries. They won’t need to go to charging or gas stations. When traveling along the necessary infrastructure, they’ll actually have unlimited journey times. GoodNews This Day In Music https://www.thisdayinmusic.com/search/?keyword=&date=30&month=9 Looking Ahead Today Is October 1 Bring Your Bible to School Day® CD Player Day Homemade Cookie Day International Coffee Day International Day of Older Persons International Music Day International Raccoon Appreciation Day Less Than Perfect Day Lincolnshire Day Model T Day National Black Dog Day National BOOK It! Day National Fire Pup Day National Hair Day National Lace Day National Poetry Day (UK) Native Women's Equal Pay Day World Vegetarian Day Nearly half of Americans have become at-home baristas during quarantine Half of Americans have become “quaristas” during 2020, according to new research. A survey of coffee drinkers revealed 49% of respondents have become at-home baristas during quarantine, using their time inside to develop their coffee-making skills. Two-thirds (66%) of those have so much faith in their newfound talent, they plan to continue using their barista knowledge to make coffee in their own kitchen — even once the pandemic is over. Conducted by OnePoll and commissioned by the Mr. Coffee® brand ahead of International Coffee Day, the survey revealed the dedication it takes to get a perfect cup and the skills needed to make your favorite brew – cold or hot. Seventy-six percent of respondents spent time perfecting their coffee drink of choice during quarantine — and, of those, the average respondent spent two hours and 10 minutes on the endeavor. What were they working on? Results revealed 57% of respondents picked up a new coffee-related skill, and of those, 18% learned how to make iced coffee. And in the process, many found iced coffee was harder to make at home than hot coffee (38% vs. 19%). The top concern while making iced coffee at home was that it wouldn’t taste right (39%) — followed by it being too watered down (38%). Twenty-eight percent thought it would end up too warm, and 21% believe it’s too much of a process to make iced coffee at home. Still, some respondents love their iced caffeine, and 63% believe iced coffee season is year-round. Other respondents focused on a hot cup adding new skills to their barista abilities. Of those who picked up a new coffee-related skill (57%) — 25% learned how to use an espresso machine and another 20% learned how to use a traditional drip coffee machine. And results found 42% of respondents would now consider themselves a “coffee connoisseur,” a slight increase from before quarantine began. In addition to exploring the increase in at-home coffee making, the survey looked at what had been holding respondents back from making their own coffee prior to the pandemic. Results found 38% of respondents said they had been ill-equipped to make coffee at home. Part of that is not having the right tools — results found 24% didn’t have the right equipment, while others worried it wouldn’t taste good (22%) or that they would mess it up (21%). Referral Program For every client you refer that subscribes, you get 2 weeks added onto your account. -- Shika Rebecca Pepper Prep Creator This email and any attached files are confidential and intended solely for the intended recipient(s). If you are not the named recipient you should not read, distribute, copy or alter this email. Any views or opinions expressed in this email are those of the author and do not represent those of Pepper Prep. Warning: Although precautions have been taken to make sure no viruses are present in this email, the company cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage that arise from the use of this email or attachments. To unsubscribe from further e mails please respond with Unsubscribe.
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Today Is September 11 "I Want to Start My Own Business" Day Libraries Remember Day Make Your Bed Day National 401(k) Day National Day of Service and Remembrance National Emergency Responders Day National Hot Cross Bun Day National No News Is Good News Day Patriot Day Remember Freedom Day Stand up to Cancer Day Women's Baseball Day Fun Fact Vacationers can stop seagulls stealing their food by staring at them, according to researchers. Trivia Q: The average person learned how to do this at the age of 8. What is it? A: Swim! HAHAHAHA According to a 2012 study published in the Journal of Consumer Research, both men and women are more interested in watching romantic movies during the fall than at any other time of the year. The researchers chalk it up to the fact "that physical coldness activates a need for psychological warmth, which in turn leads to an increased liking for romance movies." Tidbits Bus Life The notion of packing all your stuff into a van and hitting the road for good has long appealed to restless millennials, and #vanlife is now its own subculture. But what if your life won’t fit in a van? The pandemic is driving an increasing number of people to convert old school buses into homes. Known as “skoolies,” they can make for a pretty cost-effective abode: Used school buses can be had for $3,500, and the conversion into a living space can cost about $10,000. Screen Time Social media has a dramatic influence on many young people and poses unique challenges for parents. a new survey reveals that 63 percent of parents in the U.S. say that their teenage children are using social media far more during COVID-19. It’s Over Dang It!!! According to a recent poll, parents of children under the age of 18 are particularly likely to name the start of the school year as the end of summer. However, the summer is not quite over for some. Labor Day, September 7 this year, marks the end of summer for a quarter of the public. More than a third choose September 21, when the season officially changes. For one in five, the summer is over when school starts Move Yo Bum New research shows people who set aside time to exercise are actually happier than those who don’t. Not only are they happier (75% vs. 25%), but they also report being more successful (74% vs. 26%), as revealed by the survey of 2,000 Americans who exercise at least once a week. And The average workout session for respondents lasted 45 minutes and most often took place on their own (42%) in the gym (38%) — and respondents were most likely to exercise in the morning (33%). Of those, 64% prefer exercising early as it prepares them for their day, while 63% said they feel more energized for work after a morning workout and 47% say it puts them in a better headspace. Entertainment Veteran British actor Dame Diana Rigg, whose storied career included roles as Olenna Tyrell in the Game of Thrones and James Bond's only wife, died on Thursday. She was 82. Rigg died "peacefully" at home surrounded by family, her agent Simon Beresford told BuzzFeed News. Her daughter, Rachael Stirling, said in a statement that Rigg died of cancer, having been diagnosed in March. The Grammy Museum announced on Friday that it will be launching a new streaming service, named Collection: Live, on Sept. 17. The service will include exclusive performances, interviews, live streams and content from the museum archive, which were previously only available for viewing at The Grammy Museum in Los Angeles. Collection: Live will present on release day an interview with Billie Eilish, her producer and brother Finneas and composter Hans Zimmer about their work on new James Bond theme, "No Time To Die." Unreleased interviews and performances featuring Selena Gomez, The Avett Brothers, Run the Jewels and more will available on launch day. BTS content will then arrive to the service on Sept. 24. Collection: Live will cost $2.99 a month or $29.99 for a year. Saturday Night Live will resume filming new, in-studio episodes in October. NBC confirmed Thursday that the cast and crew will return to Studio 8H in New York, beginning with the Season 46 pre Tom Hanks will resume filming Baz Luhrmann's new film Elvis this month. Luhrmann confirmed Wednesday that production will restart Sept. 23 in Queensland, Australia, six months after Hanks and his wife, producer Rita Wilson, tested positive for COVID-19. The untitled film explores the life and career of late rock and roll legend Elvis Presley. Austin Butler stars as Presley, with Hanks as Presley's manager Colonel Tom Parker. Odd News Orville Redenbacher's And Swiss Miss Are Teaming Up With The Hallmark Channel To Offer Someone A Movie Role Orville Redenbacher's and Swiss Miss are teaming up with the Hallmark channel to give out prizes—with the grand prize being a walk on role in a Hallmark Channel original movie! The "Snack, Watch, and Win" sweepstakes is returning for its second year. It's become even more relevant given how much time people have been spending at home watching movies, Orville Redenbacher's brand director, Carrie Swanson, said in a press release. In mid to late 2021 the grand prize winner will have a role in an upcoming Hallmark Channel film and will when a year long supply of Orville Redenbacher's popcorn. Along with that grand prize, 50 secondary prizes of a year's worth of popcorn and 50 weekly prizes of Swiss Miss hot chocolate and Hallmark Channel mugs will be given out. To enter, all you have to do is head over to snackwatchandwin.com and fill out an online entry form. No purchase is necessary, and you can enter daily through December 31, 2020. Delish Rare white diamond mined in Canada up for auction A flawless 102-carat oval diamond will head to auction on October 5 in Hong Kong at Sotheby's. The auction house has not given an official price estimate for the egg-shaped stone of exactly 102.39 carats, which has the highest color grade, D, for a white diamond and is rated Type IIA for its chemical purity and exceptional transparency. Quig Bruning, Sotheby's New York head of jewelry, said the house is "letting the market decide what the value of this diamond is." Collectors will be able to start bidding on September 15, with a starting price of only one Hong Kong dollar, or 13 US cents. The diamond will be offered in a stand-alone, single lot live auction in Hong Kong, which collectors will be able to attend in person. The gem was cut from a 271-carat rough stone discovered in Ontario's Victor Mine, where production ceased last year. AFP Virginia man gets permission to be buried in Juicy Fruit-themed casket A 94-year-old Virginia man with a lifelong love of Juicy Fruit has received permission from the Mars Wrigley Company to have his casket painted to resemble a pack of the chewing gum. Sammy Oakey, president of Oakey's Funeral Service, was asked by friend Suttie Economy, 94, to be buried in a casket painted to resemble a pack of Juicy Fruit. Economy, who was hospitalized due to a heart condition three weeks ago, is currently being treated at the Virginia Veterans Care Clinic, where his condition was reported to be improving. The nonagenarian developed a love for Wrigley's chewing gum while serving in World War II, when the company took Juicy Fruit and other varieties of gum off the market so there would be enough to distribute to U.S. service members. He brought his love of Juicy Fruit home with him, friends and family said. Oakey, who has been friends with the Economy family for about 45 years, said he determined that he would need permission from the Mars Wrigley Company to use the Juicy Fruit imagery on a casket. The company initially refused the request, leading the funeral home to post about the efforts on Facebook. The post went viral and a member of the public was able to get Oakey contact information for the company's president. Oakey said he received a call from the vice president of Mars Wrigley a few days later giving permission to use the logo on the casket. The president reached out the next week to tell Oakey he was being sent some products for the Economy family. upi Woman eats 10 jelly doughnuts in 3 minutes for Guinness record A British speed-eater achieved a Guinness World Record when she ate 10 jelly doughnuts in 3 minutes. Leah Shutkever, whose world record titles include fastest time to eat a cucumber, most lasagna eaten in 30 seconds and fastest time to drink 1 liter of gravy, took on the jelly doughnut record in Birmingham. Shutkever was required to eat sugar-frosted doughnuts and was not allowed to lick her lips during the attempt. She was also required to open her mouth after finishing each doughnut to prove she had swallowed. The speed-eater finished 10 doughnuts in the 3 minute time limit, enough to capture the record.Shutkever said she is aiming to set 10 Guinness records by the end of the year. https://youtu.be/VS0VCgKLn_M UPI Food McReuseable McDonald’s said it would start testing a reusable cup in some U.K. restaurants next year as part of a global partnership with the recycling company TerraCycle’s Loop service. The service will enable customers to choose a durable Loop-created cup for a small deposit. The deposit can be redeemed by returning the cup to participating restaurants to be washed through the Loop cleaning system and be reused again. The partnership is part of McDonald’s effort to increase its use of reusable cups around the globe, and follows a similar program in Germany called the “Recup” system. In the U.S., McDonald’s is part of the NextGen Cup Challenge along with the Seattle-based coffee giant Starbucks. That effort is designed to find a fiber takeout cup that is recoverable and to test reusable cup systems. Restaurant Business New Limited Edition 'Rick and Morty' Pringles Arrive At Walmart Earlier this year, Pringles partnered up with Adult Swim's Rick and Morty to unveil a special edition Pickle Rick flavor. Not only is Pickle Rick returning to the chips aisle but it's bringing along two new Rick and Morty Pringles flavors. Honey Mustard Morty and Look At Me! I'm Cheddar & Sour Cream have now joined the Rick and Morty Pringles line-up. The tangy Honey Mustard features an exclusive Morty design while the Cheddar & Sour Cream is based upon the popular blue character Mr. Meeseeks. These two new flavors will be joining last year's Pickle Rick in the new Adult Swim line-up. You can find the special edition Rick and Morty Pringles chips this September exclusively at Walmart snack aisles and Walmart.com. Foodbeast Peeps not producing Halloween, Christmas Peeps due to pandemic Halloween and Christmas may not be canceled, but they won’t be as Peeps-ful as usual. Due to complications caused by the coronavirus pandemic, holiday versions of Peeps will not be released for either Halloween or Christmas. The decision came after the company temporarily halted production earlier this year. Just Born, the company that produces Peeps, confirmed that the holiday marshmallow treats will not be produced this year, along with holiday varieties of Mike And Ikes and Hot Tamales. The company usually produces the marshmallow candies in a variety of shapes to coincide with the end-of-year holidays. Health Red meat even worse for you when you cook it on the grill, study says For most meat eaters, there’s nothing better than a perfectly cooked steak. Unfortunately, a new report says grilling red meat is also cooking up trouble for your heart. A University of South Australia study finds certain cooking methods produce a compound that may increase the risks for heart disease, stroke, and diabetic complications. “When red meat is seared at high temperatures, such as grilling, roasting or frying, it creates compounds called advanced glycation end products – or AGEs – which when consumed, can accumulate in your body and interfere with normal cell functions,” researcher Dr. Permal Deo says in a university release. Researchers reveal red and processed meats which undergo high-heat caramelization see a significant rise in AGEs. Eating these meats can increase a person’s daily AGE intake by 25 percent. The study warns this increase can contribute to “vascular and myocardial stiffening, inflammation and oxidative stress – all signs of degenerative disease.” Study Finds Lifestyle Knit It! Autumn is the perfect time to learn how to whip up some wooly pieces and help your mental wellbeing in the process. According to a 2014 survey by the Craft Yarn Council, almost 90 percent of knitters and crocheters say that the craft improves their mood, and nine in 10 report that the hobby helps them relax. Eighty-one percent of respondents say knitting decreases stress, and 57 percent say it decreases anxiety. Common Painkiller May Make You a Daredevil Take at your own risk. A new Ohio State University study suggests that acetaminophen, also known as paracetamol or Tylenol, causes users to feel more positive about risky activities like skydiving, bungee jumping or changing careers. Further studies show acetaminophen — the most common painkiller worldwide, with 1 in 4 Americans using it in any given week — can also reduce empathy and decrease hurt feelings. Researchers now worry that the drug, which is recommended to treat mild symptoms of the coronavirus, may encourage people to risk leaving the house and infecting others. ScienceAlert, Yahoo Was it the worst summer ever? Despite coronavirus, most Americans say no It may not have been the best summer on record — between COVID-19, natural disasters, hardly any sports, social distancing, and a presidential election — but for most Americans, it actually wasn’t the “worst summer ever.” Just 16 percent of Americans describe their summer as a good one, while nearly three time that many call it a bad summer (or the worst ever). Nearly two-thirds of respondents in the latest Economist/YouGov Poll haven’t taken a summer vacation — including more than four in 10 of those who usually take one. Those who usually take a summer vacation, but haven’t had one this year, are especially grumpy. Two-thirds of them either call 2020 a bad summer (41%) or the worst ever (26%). YouGov Parents spend $2,738 a year on ‘making memories’ for their children Parents spend $2,738 a year on ‘making memories’ for their children – including birthday parties, trips to theme parks and outings to the zoo. A study of parents of six-16-year-olds revealed the true cost of family time – with Easter, Halloween and Christmas adding up to $864 a year alone. Trips to the zoo, theme parks and the cinema come in at $643 annually for the average family, with activities such as bowling, mini golf or pottery painting setting parents back a further $221. Going on a day trip to somewhere different is a favourite way to make memories for half of mums and dads, while 44 per cent enjoy going to the cinema. And more than a third love to host elaborate birthday parties for their children – spending a total of $691 on hosting their own and attending other people’s get-togethers. However, 78 per cent of those polled worry about being able to afford these precious family moments. Half of adults are determined to change the way they live as a consequence of Covid-19 Half of adults are determined to change the way they live as a consequence of Covid-19 – by developing closer bonds with neighbours, supporting small businesses and giving to those less fortunate. A study found 56 per cent are re-evaluating everything about their lives, with 47 per cent consciously choosing to value the smaller things in life. A further 52 per cent believe the pandemic has made them appreciate the work of the local community and charities, and a fifth have also connected with a new charitable cause as a result. More than a quarter of adults have volunteered for a particular charity during the pandemic, with one in 10 doing so for the first time. Other ways adults have made positive changes include improving their work-life balance, exercising more and taking better care of their health in general. Arguing before bed, exercising late and checking work emails really do affect your sleep – but eating cheese and taking daytime naps may make no difference, according to experts Arguing before bed, exercising late and checking work emails really do affect your sleep – but eating cheese and taking daytime naps may make no difference, according to experts. TV medical professional Dr Ranj has debunked some of the popular myths about sleep, including claims that everyone needs to get a full eight hours a night. Eating a light snack before bed is also unlikely to affect your quality of sleep. However, tucking into a full meal shortly before going to sleep, using a phone at night and the temperature of a room will affect your chances of getting a decent kip. It comes after a study of adults, by Furniture Village, found being too hot or cold, needing to go to the toilet and stress levels are among the top reasons for having a bad night’s sleep. According to Dr Ranj, there is little evidence to support the idea that eating cheese before bed gives you vivid dreams or nightmares, and that in fact, cheese is a source of B vitamins which can help you sleep. But 11 per cent of those polled believe tucking into cheese last thing at night will result in poor sleep. Baby name 'Karen' falling in US popularity, Social Security Administration says In baby name news that may come as no surprise to pop culture enthusiasts, the name “Karen” is plunging in popularity across the U.S., the Social Security Administration (SSA) has confirmed. The agency recently released its annual list of the most popular baby names in America, plus new statistics on how hundreds of other names have trended through the last year.While fan-favorites like Olivia, Emma, Ava, Sophia and Isabella continued to reign supreme on the girl’s list, Karen continued to tumble, falling from the 637th most popular name for girls in 2018 to 660th place in 2019; down even further from 557th place in 2017. According to the SSA data on the name’s popularity through the last 113 years, Karen’s 2019 rank marked its lowest standing since 1930. The now-pejorative term "Karen," which is often used to describe a white, usually middle-aged woman thought to be acting entitled or exercising privilege, began trending in recent months after it had previously emerged as a disparaging term for such women following the infamous “Central Park Karen” incident, among other headlines. Fox Lists Just one in five workers use their lunch break to actually eat lunch every day – with others using the time to catch up on personal errands and browse social media instead. A study of 2,000 UK professionals found 79 per cent will tuck into their food as they work, so they can use their ‘lunch break’ to do other things. Watching YouTube videos, walking the dog and playing on apps on their phones are also among some of the ways people spend their lunch break. Almost four in 10 would even like to make more time to pursue their hobbies and interests during their lunch break as they feel work has taken over, while nearly half wish the midday break was more fun. But 67 per cent will frequently skip their midday meal altogether, with the average person only managing to take a proper break from their work three days a week. Top 20 ways professionals typically spend their lunch breaks: 1. Go for a walk 2. Go on social media 3. Do personal admin 4. Read a book 5. Read the news/newspaper 6. Listen to music 7. Play on apps on their phone 8. Cook lunch/make lunch 9. Catch up with family/friends 10. Go shopping 11. Watch YouTube videos 12. Watch an episode of something 13. Listen to a podcast 14. Do a crossword 15. Play computer games 16. Walk the dog 17. Go for a run 18. Prep food for my evening meal 19. Go for a cycle 20. Paint/draw on a device Social Media TikTok Sees Major Growth in the UK TikTok’s future may be uncertain in the US, but its UK operations continue to grow robustly despite security concerns. According to an e marketer UK social network forecast, the Chinese-owned video platform will have several milestone moments this year and next. TikTok will grow its UK user base by 75.2% this year, reaching 8.5 million users, after triple-digit growth last year. Both 2020 and 2021 will be years of notable firsts: Usage will exceed 10% (12.7%) of the UK population this year, and total users will surpass 10 million next year. Stats Millennials have racked up the most streaming hours of any generation in quarantine The average person has watched 20 movies in the past two months, according to new research. The study examined the part streamers have played this summer amidst the pandemic. Over half of respondents (52%) agree that they streamed more than they would in a normal summer due to stay-at-home restrictions with COVID-19. The survey conducted by OnePoll on behalf of Tubi revealed Americans ages 25-34 increased their streaming the most this summer with the average respondent watching an additional four hours of content a day on top of what they were watching at the start of quarantine in March or April. The average person has binged four shows in the past two months with Americans 18-24 and 25-34 binging five shows in that same time frame. Two in five parents (47% of respondents) estimated their child is streaming more now than when the pandemic started. With typical activities off the table because of COVID-19, a third of parents were dependent on streamers to keep their child busy this summer. As the months inside continue, parents and kids alike are on the hunt for new content. Thirty-seven percent of respondents would try a new streaming service with ads to watch something they haven’t seen. Many Americans are also turning to ad-supported streaming services as a way to save money, as others look for additional ways to cut their subscription streaming costs. Nearly one in four (24%) respondents ages 18-34 have canceled a streaming service they pay for in favor of using a free service in the past few months. Three in ten respondents are facing financial difficulties that are causing them to reevaluate which streaming services they subscribe to. One in four have gotten extra crafty to save some cash and have started a free trial and canceled it before having to pay the subscription fee. The average person to subscribe and cancel before paying has done it three times. Meanwhile, 17% have shared passwords with others in order to gain access to streamers they don’t subscribe to with 38% of respondents 18-24 and 31% of 25-34 participating in password swaps. With Americans continuing to follow stay-at-home orders, one thing is clear—the demand for new content remains high. Over half of parents (55%) think TV has become an educational tool to keep their child learning when school is not open. Two in five respondents (39%) are struggling to find new content on streamers after exhausting their options earlier in quarantine, which has led 35% to try a new streaming service to find different content options. Two in five (44%) are also taking advantage of the extra screen time to catch-up on shows they’ve missed. SWNS According to MSN Poll:Fall???? Are you excited for cooler fall weather? 70%Yes 24%No 6%Not sure Do you live in a place where the leaves change color? 76%Yes 14%No 10%Kind of What's your favorite fall activity? 42%Viewing the changing leaves 3%Picking apples 6%Going to a pumpkin patch 14%Cozying up with a good book 35%Not sure Time to get serious. Do you like pumpkin spice lattes? 16%Yes, absolutely 57%No way 15%Not sure 12%What's a pumpkin spice latte? What's your favorite fall-themed treat? 34%Pumpkin pie 35%Apple crisp 13%Caramel apples 18%Not sure Tips Here's the Very Best Time to Buy a New Car—and the Very Worst Time Shopping for a new car can be a challenge. In addition to figuring out what make and model suits your lifestyle best, features and accessories can make the decision even more confusing. All of it affects the sale price, and even if the seller is willing to negotiate, it can be hard to know if you’re getting the best deal possible. As it turns out, the time of year can have an enormous influence on the cost of the vehicle. If you want the greatest amount of leverage, try to buy in December. Here’s why. According to MarketWatch, dealers are offered incentives by automobile manufacturers based on their sales volume. The dealer might receive a cash rebate, or they might get an opportunity to continue selling popular models. Depending on the manufacturer, they might even get a bonus for every car sold, making it worthwhile to sell a car at or below cost if it means getting hundreds of dollars more for every other car moved off the lot. Whatever the incentive, it benefits the dealer to move inventory. The worst time to buy? Avoid going early in the month. Dealers aren’t as concerned with meeting quotas. And avoid Saturdays. Because people tend to go car shopping on weekends, the rush of customers means dealers have less time to negotiate and more opportunities to sell. Market Watch Did You Know? The Smart Bird The fall has some odd effects on animals. For the adorably tiny black-capped chickadee, this season causes its hippocampus—the part of the brain that handles spatial organization and memory—to swell about 30 percent. According to Colin Saldanha, assistant professor of biological sciences at Lehigh University, all these new nerve cells help it to collect and hide massive amounts of seeds, that it will rely on during the barren winter months. "Our hypothesis is that this exaggerated growth occurs when the birds need it the most," he told Science Daily at the time his findings were announced. It has a name?? The sound of leaves and trees rustling in the wind is one of the most satisfying noises of the season. And the next time you hear it, you'll know it has a name: psithurism, which comes from the Greek word psithuros, meaning whispering (the s is silent). Why Do Milk Jugs Have Those Inverted Circles? Whether you buy whole milk, 2 percent, or skim, the plastic containers it comes in all share something in common: There's an inverted circle built into one side of the jug where a smooth, flat plane would normally be. According to Distractify, the concave circle on the side of a milk jug provides structural integrity. A full gallon of milk with flat, rigid sides may be fine sitting in your fridge, but if you were to drop it on the floor, it would likely rupture. The dimple can prevent that from happening. When a jug hits the ground, the circle warps outward and gives the milk a place to go when it expands on impact. Incorporating some literal wiggle room into the design makes the container more flexible, and therefore more durable. The same feature comes in handy as the milk approaches its expiration date. Milk contains non-harmful microbes that expel gases over time. As these gases accumulate, pressure in the jug builds, and the flexible dimple stops the jug from exploding. Mental Floss Things of Interest Yum Autumn brings tons of seasonal treats (we're looking at you, apple cider donuts!). But in Japan, you can essentially taste the season itself by nibbling on crispy tempura-fried maple leaves. The delicacy is called momiji and it's typically served in Minoh City, Osaka. Global Wildlife Populations Show Steep Decline The World Wildlife Fund’s new report on the planet’s animals says overall populations have declined 68 percent in just 50 years — and it blames humans alone for the devastation. The report warns that expansion into wildlife habitats isn’t just bad for animals, but also exacerbates climate change and encourages the development of pandemics like COVID-19, which often jump from animals to humans. Still, another new study suggests the 15 known extinctions since 1993 could have been a lot worse: An estimated 48 extinctions were prevented during that period by focused conservation efforts. 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Blame It on the Large Hadron Collider Day International Creepy Boston Dynamics Robotic Horse Day International Make-Up Day National Hot Dog Day National Swap Ideas Day R U OK Day (Australia) Sew Be It Day TV Dinner Day World Suicide Prevention Day TV Dinners The term TV dinner, or more accurately "TV Brand Frozen Dinner," has been a registered trademark to C.A. Swanson & Sons since 1954. According to a 2012 report by AMG Strategic Advisors, TV dinners have entered 99% of American households over the seven decades. 1. Three parties claim to be the inventors. Although Swanson has been credited with inventing TV dinners by the American Frozen Food Institute, the first frozen meal was manufactured in 1945 by Maxson Food Systems, Inc. Known as "Strato-Plates," the meals were reheated on airplanes for military and civilian passengers. However, they were never sold on the retail market. Four years later, Albert and Meyer Bernstein created Frozen Dinners, Inc., which packaged frozen dinners on aluminum trays with three compartments and sold them under the One-Eyed Eskimo label. In 1952, after selling more than 400,000 dinners, the Bernstein brothers formed the Quaker State Food Corporation. Then in 1954, Swanson, a nationally-recognized brand name, developed its own frozen dinners, strategically advertising them as "TV dinners." 2. Swanson's first TV dinner was a Thanksgiving feast. Consumers were treated to turkey, sweet potatoes, peas, and cornbread dressing all for 98 cents. The original tray was made of aluminum with items nestled in separate compartments. Meals had to be heated in the oven for about 25 minutes until microwave oven-safe trays were marketed in 1986. 3. The original tray was inducted into the Museum of American History. In the same year as the debut of the microwave tray, Swanson's aluminum tray was inducted into the Smithsonian Institution. Yup, right next to Benjamin Franklin's cane, Indiana Jones' hat, and Dorothy's ruby slippers, lies a tray that once held mushy Salisbury steak. 4. "Mean" Joe Greene was Hungry-Man's first spokesman. You might remember the legendary defensive lineman's Coca-Cola commercial where he tells his biggest fan, "Hey kid, catch!" What you might not remember is the former Pittsburgh Steeler's commercial in the 1980s promoting Swanson's new Hungry-Man platter: an extra large frozen platter with an emphasis on the extra meat. 5. Technically, they haven't been called "TV dinners" in more than 50 years! Swanson removed the catchy phrase from packaging in 1962, but Americans refuse to acknowledge the revolutionary meal as anything but the comforting, pull out a folding tray, Jeopardy! is on in three minutes, TV dinner. https://www.al.com/ Fun Fact In a study published in the 2008 issue of Perception, researchers discovered that men found women more attractive during cooler months than warmer ones, likely due to the "contrast effect." This theory holds that since men see more of women's bodies during the warmer months of the year, it takes less stimuli to catch their attention once the weather causes them to start layering up. Trivia Q: 21% of us will lose this at least once this year. What is it? A: A credit/debit card! Food For Thought Success is getting what you want. Happiness is wanting what you get. – W. P. Kinsella HAHAHAHA John Lennon was so annoyed by people who "read in" to Beatles' songs, searching for hidden meanings, he purposely began writing nonsense lyrics to confuse them. Like "the walrus was Paul." Tidbits Soupy!!! Fall is the perfect time to sit down with a hot bowl of soup. So many people enjoy broths, bisques, and hearty stews, that by the year 2025, it's forecasted that the soup industry in the United States will be valued at $7.7 billion dollars. Upgrade!!! According to a 2020 study published in The Journal of Real Estate Finance and Economics, homes with greater curb appeal typically sell for 7 percent more than their less-manicured counterparts—and for up to 14 percent more in areas with more housing inventory. According to home design and styling expert Adele Beiny, there's one easy way to boost your curb appeal in no time: upgrade your mailbox. Sure Ya Can!!! In 2022 Who needs the shore when you’ve got a pool? Homeowners spent the summer shelling out for pools and hot tubs. Problem is, given the crush of demand, they may not get to enjoy them anytime soon. One pool saleswoman in Illinois recently told a client she’d have to wait until spring … 2022. Entertainment Your guide to the fall 2020 TV premiere dates https://ew.com/tv/fall-2020-tv-premiere-dates/ Elsewhere: AMC announced on Wednesday that its flagship series The Walking Dead, will be coming to an end following an expanded, two-year 11th season. The final season will span 24 episodes. Season 10 is receiving six extra episodes in early 2021, which means that 30 episodes are left of the zombie drama. The Walking Dead, based on the comic book series of the same name from creator Robert Kirkman, was first launched in 2010. AMC has also ordered a spinoff series that will focus on star Norman Reedus' Daryl and Melissa McBride's Carol that will premiere in 2023 Hilaria Baldwin is a mom of five. Baldwin, 36, welcomed her fifth child, a son, with her husband, actor Alec Baldwin, 62, on Tuesday. Baldwin shared the news Wednesday on Instagram alongside a photo of herself with Alec Baldwin and their baby boy. "We had a baby last night. He is perfect and we couldn't be happier. Stay tuned for a name," she captioned the post. Alec Baldwin's brother Billy Baldwin, actor Mario Lopez, journalist Katie Couric and actress Jaimie Alexander were among those to congratulate the couple in the comments. Odd News Family sent to quarantine in luxury hotel: 'We hit the jackpot' One mom lucked out when she and her toddler were sent to quarantine in a Ritz-Carlton hotel upon arriving in Singapore, in accordance with the country’s 14-day isolation orders amid the coronavirus pandemic. Joy Van Dee recently arrived on the island from Amsterdam, and was shocked to be shuttled to the Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore for the government-mandated quarantine, The woman and her baby son stuck out the two weeks in a cushy 549-square-foot room with river views. They were sent at random to the five-star hotel for Singapore’s “quarantine lottery.” Most travelers have to cough up about $1,600 per person per hotel room and COVID-19 test for the 14-day quarantine. The swanky stay that Van Dee and her son enjoyed, however, is reportedly valued at an even prettier penny; the cheapest room offered at the hotel for two weeks in early October is priced at almost $5,850 with taxes and fees. Fox Health Dentists Are Seeing an Epidemic of Cracked Teeth. When Tammy Chen reopened her dental practice in early June, the tooth fractures started coming in: at least one a day, every single day since she’s been in the office. She has seen more tooth fractures in the last six weeks than in the previous six years What’s going on? Her Answer: One obvious answer is stress. From Covid-induced nightmares to “doomsurfing” to “coronaphobia,” it’s no secret that pandemic-related anxiety is affecting our collective mental health. That stress, in turn, leads to clenching and grinding, which can damage the teeth. Americans are suddenly working from home, often wherever they can cobble together a makeshift workstation: on the sofa, perched on a barstool, tucked into a corner of the kitchen counter. The awkward body positions that ensue can cause us to hunch our shoulders forward, curving the spine into something resembling a C-shape. If you’re wondering why a dentist cares about ergonomics, the simple truth is that nerves in your neck and shoulder muscles lead into the temporomandibular joint, or TMJ, which connects the jawbone to the skull. Poor posture during the day can translate into a grinding problem at night. Second, most of us aren’t getting the restorative sleep we need. Since the onset of the pandemic, I’ve listened to patient after patient describe sudden restlessness and insomnia. These are hallmarks of an overactive or dominant sympathetic nervous system, which drives the body’s “fight or flight” response. Tammy Chen/NY Times Tammy Chen is a prosthodontist and the owner of Central Park Dental Aesthetics in Midtown Manhattan. Lifestyle The Toxic Male Sociologists in a recent study analyzed whether hegemonic ideals of masculinity, or toxic masculinity, can cause social isolation in older men. The research shows this mentality can lead to problems with health, well-being, and general happiness. Toxic masculinity comes in many forms, but most social scientists identify it as attitudes and beliefs that create unrealistic and non-inclusive ideals of what being a “real man” is. They add the belief that men have to be strong, tough, and independent is detrimental to men’s social lives later in life. The Study says “When we age, there are certain ways that we can ensure we maintain our health and well-being. Having people with whom we can talk about personal matters is a form of social support. If people only have one person that they can share information with, or sometimes even no people, they don’t really have an opportunity to reflect and share. When serious problems arise, such as health or financial issues, people who don’t have anyone to help them or simply to share their problems with are more susceptible to mental health problems.” Study Finds The Single Biggest Regret People Have in Their 40s, Study Says You may tell yourself you have no regrets, but it's all too human to wonder if you've really lived your best life. Could things have turned out better with a different set of decisions? What if you had taken that job? Or confessed your love? What if you'd packed up your life and moved abroad? What if, what if, what if? Now, a study published by the American Psychological Association has examined this very question, probing people's most common regrets to identify the ones we're most likely to look back on unfavorably. As it turns out, the majority of people in their 40s regretted one thing: instances of not being true to themselves. Researchers have discovered the secret ingredient to high achievement: your partner Choose your partner carefully: The person you live with will deeply impact your future goals and achievements. This is the finding of a study at the University of Basel, where over the course of a year, researchers twice assessed the daily goals of long-term couples for two weeks. The researchers found that over time, partners share both the same avoidance goals and achievement goals. For example, if one partner sought personal growth or meaningful experiences, so too did the other; if one partner avoided conflicts or stress, so too did the other. Lists 13 Things That Always Go on Sale in September 1. Grills 2. Summer plants 3. Halloween costumes and decorations 4. Work from home gear 5. School supplies 6. Furniture 7. Mattresses 8. Smartphones 9. Patio furniture 10. Appliances 11. Cars 12. Maternity clothes 13. Vacuums Sports Now you can own a piece of David Beckham’s e-sports business Former soccer superstar David Beckham’s e-sports business is going public. Guild Esports will float 40% of its shares via a London Stock Exchange listing. Doing so will raise £20 million, which is a little less than $26 million—cash the company will use to invest in the business and to hire 20 pro players by the end of 2021. Guild teams will play in four popular games: Fortnite, CS: Go, Rocket League, and Fifa. E-sports is a rapidly growing form of entertainment, not just for players but for spectators. Close to 500 million people around the world watch it, generating almost $1 billion in revenues in 2019, according to the e-sports analytics and market research company Newzoo. Beckham has been president of the Major League Soccer club Inter Miami CF since 2018. Fast Company Stats:Take A BREAK A study found 46 per cent of those polled find their job is simply too busy to take time out of their day to rejuvenate, whereas 15 per cent get so side-tracked they FORGET to take a break or lunch break. Another 13 per cent claimed the culture of their workplace makes them feel as though they shouldn’t have a break, with one in 10 even feeling guilty for having some time to themselves. 37 per cent said they don’t know what to do with their time so they just don’t bother to take a lunch break. And nearly one in 10 don’t have the right tools at their disposal if they were to do more enjoyable activities, such as playing games on a laptop or headphones to listen to music in peace. People would prefer to spend their downtime with things like watching episodes of their favourite series, playing computer games and even getting creative by painting, drawing or making music on a device. 43 per cent will usually spend their allocated break time at their desk or work area, with just a fifth stepping away to chill in the designated break area. As a result, seven in 10 confessed to checking work emails or taking calls during their lunch time, rather than enjoying themselves. But although the average worker is allowed as long as 40 minutes to take a break from work, employees are only taking a third of this time with less than a quarter of an hour a day spent taking a rest. A third would like to be able to spend more time stretching their legs and going for a walk during this time, while a fifth want to listen to music more often. And to give them something to do, more than a fifth would also happily attend a virtual event or seminar during their break, all from the comfort of their own home. According to MSN Poll:Footprints Have you tried any of these unusual foods? 9%Insects 1%Lab-grown meat 3%Algae 87%None of these Have you tried growing your own produce? 13%Yes, I do year-round 45%Yes, but just for fun 12%I tried and failed 30%No, that's what grocery stores are for Have you considered adding any of these to your home? 24%Solar power 8%Rainwater collection 3%Convert lawn to native plants 11%All of these 54%None of these To reduce consumption would you try... 23%Meatless days 8%Low/no-electricity days 17%Going plastic-free 9%Low/no-waste house 43%None of these How big is your carbon footprint? 16%Tiny 35%Medium 4%Huge 4%I don't leave one 41%I don't know Tips Stop scratching that itch! Rubbing is best way to achieve itch-relief If you have an itch you just can’t seem to scratch away, a new study has some helpful advice: rub, don’t scratch! Research just published by the Society for Neuroscience finds that rubbing one’s skin activates an “anti-itch pathway” within the spinal cord. So, not only is rubbing better for your skin, it’s also a more efficient way of attaining elusive itch relief. The natural first reaction to an itch is to immediately start scratching. But, scratching can be quite harmful to the skin, and especially damaging for sensitive bodily areas. All that, combined with these new findings, make a compelling argument to stop scratching altogether. This Is the Absolute Worst Time to Shop at Walmart, Employees Say if you want to head to the store when you won't run into crowds of fellow customers—to avoid both a headache and coronavirus—then there's a certain time of day you'll want to stay away from the store at all costs. According to employees, the best time to shop at Walmart is anytime before noon on a weekday and the worst is anytime after lunch. Did You Know? Catching a falling leaf can bring you good luck. All those falling leaves don't just look beautiful, they may also bring you good luck. That is, if you're a superstitious person. According to The Encyclopedia of Superstitions, there's a popular belief that "as many falling leaves as can be caught in the hand in autumn, so many happy months will follow." Children's author Alison Uttley writes in her memoir A Year in the Country, "We try to catch a dancing leaf, for every leaf caught is a 'happy day.'" Whatever the actual timeline, we could all use a little bit more luck. Best of Luck The fall is when birth rates are at their highest, so you can expect to see an increase in newborn baby pics filling your feed. But according to Facebook's own data, it's also the time of year when a higher number of singles update their status to "in a relationship" or "engaged" compared to the yearly average. AND Drawing on a massive study from Bristol University on the health development of more than 14,000 children born during the 1990s, researchers reported in the British Medical Journal that children delivered in the autumn and winter months were nine percent more active than the average. The study's lead author suggested to The Guardian that the timing may relate to when autumn-born children begin school: "If you're born later in the school year, you're likely to be smaller than your peers and that could disadvantage you in sports and other activities, such as playing," Calum Mattocks said. ALSO If you were born in the fall, you have a better chance of celebrating your 100th birthday than those who were born in any other season. In a 2011 study published in the Journal of Aging Research, researchers analyzed the birth months of 1,574 American centenarians and compared them to the birth months of their shorter-lived siblings. The data showed that people born between September and November were more likely to become centenarians. The good news is a proportionately high number of us have a chance of making it to the big 1-0-0 because September is the most common birth month. Specifically, September 9th is the most common birthday for those born between 1994 and 2014. For people born between 1973 and 1999, the most common birthday is September 16th, according to The New York Times. Best Life Things of Interest Home-schooling ... at Disney World? With millions of kids going to school remotely this fall, the Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort has a proposition for parents: take a “schoolcation.” The luxury resort is offering supervised schoolwork sessions to guests with physical distancing between desks, small “class” sizes and recess trips to Disney World. It’s just one of the ways hotels are getting creative to lure back customers amid the pandemic, in addition to new work-from-home amenities and housing options for college students. Another dilemma for working parents As schools begin to reopen across Canada, many parents are facing a difficult choice: they can either return to the office and risk sending their children back to classrooms, or take an unpaid leave of absence to keep their kids at home amid the pandemic. Remote work flexibility is running out as businesses grapple with the turbulent economy. More firms are looking to bring employees back to the workplace, to the dismay of working parents who feel they’re being forced to choose between protecting their children’s safety and maintaining financial stability. Kelli Nguyen Why Is the Moon Rusting? Blame the neighbors. A new study in scientific journal Science Advances has found that hematite, a type of iron oxide, has formed on the moon. To create rust, you need both water and oxygen, and while the moon is known to have small quantities of the former, there’s very little of the latter. But the study found that oxygen is likely hopping from Earth’s upper atmosphere to the moon, raising questions about whether this could happen to nearby asteroids. Shuai Li, the lead author on the study, believes this process has been happening on the moon for billions of years. Axios, CNET Yahtzee, Baby Nancy, My Little Pony up for Toy Hall of Fame Breyer Horses and My Little Pony are neck-and-neck in the race to the U.S. National Toy Hall of Fame, making the list of 12 finalists for the Class of 2020, announced Wednesday. Baby Nancy, an ethnically correct Black doll unlike those produced before her debut in 1968, is also up for the honour. The games Risk, Sorry, Yahtzee, bingo and Jenga also made the list, which is rounded out by Lite-Brite, Masters of the Universe, sidewalk chalk and the 1990s virtual pet, Tamagotchi. Three of the finalists will be inducted into the hall Nov. 5. CTV Web Articles People Are Sharing Examples Of How Men Apologize And It's Hitting Home https://www.buzzfeed.com/ryanschocket2/apologize-like-a-man-tweets (Yeap!!) This Day In Music https://www.thisdayinmusic.com/search/?keyword=&date=10&month=9 Looking Ahead Today is September 11 "I Want to Start My Own Business" Day Libraries Remember Day Make Your Bed Day National 401(k) Day National Day of Service and Remembrance National Emergency Responders Day National Hot Cross Bun Day National No News Is Good News Day Patriot Day Remember Freedom Day Stand up to Cancer Day Women's Baseball Day Referral Program For every client you refer that subscribes, you get 2 weeks added onto your account. -- Shika Rebecca Pepper Prep Creator This email and any attached files are confidential and intended solely for the intended recipient(s). If you are not the named recipient you should not read, distribute, copy or alter this email. 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Today Is September 9 Care Bears Share Your Care Day Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Awareness Day International Buy a Priest a Beer Day International Sudoku Day National Steak au Poivre Day National Teddy Bear Day National Wiener Schnitzel Day Tester's Day Wonderful Weirdos Day HISTORY OF NATIONAL CARE BEARS Care Bears #ShareYourCare Day was submitted by American Greetings Entertainment in April 2015. The Registrar of National Day Calendar originally declared September 9th as Care Bears Share Your Care Day in May 2015. Fun Fact Eminem, Lady Gaga, Megan Fox, Liam Payne, Taylor Swift, Justin Bieber, Miley Cyrus and Demi Lovato were all bullied when they were kids. Trivia Q: Surprisingly, a new study found that 60% of kids have never experienced this. What is it? A: Cooked marshmallows over a fire! Food For Thought You can destroy your now by worrying about tomorrow. - Janis Joplin HAHAHAHA The Aztecs thought avocados were so sexually powerful; virgins were banned from eating them. More Tidbits Quick Step People who walk at a quicker pace are generally seen as more confident and happier than those who walk at a slower pace. Hide and Seek The average American spends about 2.5 days a year looking for lost items. The Woofs Have It Women get a better night's rest when they're sleeping next to do dogs as opposed to men, according to researchers from Canisius College. Think Fast!! Playing video games can help train your brain to make faster real-life decisions with equal accuracy. Entertainment Adult Swim has canceled animated action-comedy series The Venture Bros. after seven seasons. Series creator Christopher McCulloch, who uses the pseudonym Jackson Publick on social media and on the show, confirmed the program's cancellation on Twitter Monday. Odd News Florida chapel houseboat selling for $400G: 'Chapel on the Bay' If you find God on the open water, a dream home called the “Chapel on the Bay” can be yours for a cool $400,000.The former floating chapel has hit the market in Florida, where it is currently docked on the Manatee River in Palmetto. The one-of-a-kind watercraft was once a wedding chapel and has since been converted into an open concept, two-bedroom houseboat. The luxury nautical digs measure 1,050 square feet, on a 1,800 square foot barge. Over $1.3 million was spent on the trendy transformation including the preservation of original features like a 30-foot steeple and seven stained-glass windows. The floating home has two bathrooms and can sleep four; dreamy amenitites include gorgeous outdoor decks with seating and a gas grill. Interested buyers need not ask the heavens for a sign that the houseboat might be right, as the Chapel on the Bay is currently available to rent on Airbnb for $250 a night. Fox Lifestyle One in 10 university students are already running their own business – alongside their studies One in 10 university students are already running their own business – alongside their studies. Researchers found 162,000 undergraduates have a side hustle on the go, up from 108,000 in 2018 – a 50 per cent increase. And on average, each venture turns over $483 a month – around $5,900 a year or almost $17,701 in total over the course of a three-year degree. 18 per cent of students have plans to begin their own business venture in the near future. This means 27 per cent of current undergraduates either have a business up and running or intend to start one in the coming years. But just 16 per cent of those who have set up their own business were motivated due to a lack of money, with a third influenced by their family and one in five by their friends. A third simply built up a hobby or personal interest while 10 per cent wanted to be their own boss. It comes after the study also found more than four in 10 university students are rethinking their careers in the wake of the pandemic, as 78 per cent fear Covid-19 will impact their job opportunities once they graduate. As a result, of those considering an entire career shift, six in 10 are now looking to work in a role which has a clear sense of purpose and makes a difference. While 55 per cent admit they have a ‘plan B’ in case their top career choice doesn’t work out. More than a third turned to their parents for help and almost one in five went to a careers advisor, with one in 20 going to the bank. And of those looking to start a business in the future, 28 per cent would seek advice from their university or college and 22 per cent would get support from a bank or financial advisor. The average home is five years and five months away from being ‘finished’ The average home is five years and five months away from being ‘finished’ – with painting, a garden revamp and redecorating the living room topping the nation’s ‘to do’ lists. Researchers who polled 2,000 adults found 43 per cent are a perfectionist when it comes to their dwellings – desperate to get their décor and furnishings just right. And 14 per cent even have a ‘vision’ for their homes - including everything from the wallpaper to the windows. But despite their best efforts, 39 per cent admitted they don’t think their homes will ever be truly complete. AND: The Proud Owner A study found that three quarters of homeowners described themselves as house proud, with 71 per cent adding that their homes are more important to them now than ever before. 54 per cent are more motivated ‘than ever before’ to improve their homes. And there is no sign this drive to finish off their homes will slow anytime soon with 85 per cent wanting to get more jobs done this year. Among them are painting walls and ceilings, giving the garden a revamp and getting the living room done. Despite this, 70 per cent of those polled are happy with their homes, with a fifth claiming to be most proud of their bathroom. However, the living room is the area of the home they are most proud of, followed by the kitchen and the garden. Four in 10 admitted they are so proud of their homes they ‘can’t wait’ to invite people over as restrictions are reduced – so they can give them a grand tour of all the improvements they’d made. SWNS A very different Labor Day weekend It’s usually the last party of the summer, but the pandemic is turning Labor Day into a much different holiday in 2020. Last year, a report by Airlines for America predicted a record 17.5 million passengers traveling on U.S. airlines for Labor Day. This year, WalletHub’s survey reveals 75 percent of respondents were not traveling during the holiday weekend. Over half the poll (52%) say they are spending less money this summer than last. One in four people say they are actually spending more cash this year. Despite being a big weekend for sales traditionally, six in 10 people add they are not going shopping on Labor Day either. Shoppers Have Become Less Concerned About Single-Use Plastics A team of researchers conducted two surveys of roughly 1,000 people each time, one in 2019 and one during the 2020 pandemic, on Canadian shoppers' attitudes toward single-use plastics. The team found that the number of Canadians actively shopping for non-plastic-packaged goods remained essentially the same – 58% in 2019 and 60% in 2020. There was, however, a "small but measurable" decline in the level of environmental concern about these plastics, dropping from 91% to 87%, and in shoppers' motivation to avoid plastics (from 89% to 85%). The decline was much sharper in men than in women. COVID-19 made people feel less guilty about buying items wrapped in plastic. Twenty-nine percent of respondents said they were buying more plastic packaging now than in pre-pandemic times, with the biggest consumers being women (possibly because they do more household shopping) and young people between the ages of 18 and 25 In 2019 there was 90% agreement for stronger plastic regulation, and 70% supported a ban on single-use plastics. In 2020, support for stronger regulation had declined to 79% and support for a ban was down to 58%. Working parents weigh in When it comes to job security, personal finances and career outlook, the pandemic has left women in Canada feeling less optimistic than their male counterparts, according to new LinkedIn data. The latest edition of the Workforce Confidence Index, based on a survey conducted between July 27 and August 23, found women averaged overall scores of +27, compared with +42 for men. Women also reported higher levels of social isolation and anxiety as a result of the virus than men, although working parents reported similar levels of childcare responsibilities over the pandemic. Among other findings in the latest report: ⦁ Overall workforce confidence in Canada rebounded slightly after a dip in recent weeks, hitting +35 from +31 in the previous wave. ⦁ Members of Gen Z saw the biggest jump in confidence of any generation as universities and businesses reopened. ⦁ Nearly half of men and women reported being unable to focus on work while their kids are home, and over half struggled with providing education for their children. ⦁ Those who worked in engineering roles were the most confident of all. Riva Gold Lists 20 Things in Your Home You Didn't Realize You Should Be Cleaning According to Best Life 1. Your windowsills 2. Under your shower door 3. Your shower head 4. Your bathroom décor 5. Your toothbrush holder 6. Your hairbrush 7. Your pet's food and water dishes 8. Your pet's toys 9. Under your sofa 10. Behind your stove 11. Your kitchen sponge 12. Inside and behind your fridge 13. Your coffee maker 14. Your ice maker 15. Your dish rack 16. Your reusable grocery bags 17. Your trash cans 18. Your washing machine 19. Your yoga mat 20. Your keys Style Princess Beatrice’s wedding dress to be displayed in Windsor Castle Princess Beatrice’s wedding dress already made history — and now it’ll be on full display. The young royal, 32, married Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi on their wedding day on July 17 wearing an original gown her grandmother Queen Elizabeth originally wore in 1961. Now, as is tradition in the royal family, the Sir Norman Hartnell design will be put on display at Windsor Castle for visitors to see up-close. The ivory taffeta gown features a satin trim on the skirt and geometric hand-embroidery and crystals on the bodice. The original design was altered for Princess Beatrice to include the addition of shoulder straps, sheer sleeves and additional embroidery at the waist — as well as a slimmer, more contemporary silhouette — under the direction of Angela Kelly, the queen’s personal dresser and wardrobe curator, and designer Stewart Parvin. Stats:Fix er Up How homeowners are using extra time inside to improve their houses Millennials are getting handier around the home since lockdown measures began, according to new research. In fact, a poll homeowners found that compared to other generations, millennials have been the busiest, with 81% having tackled a home improvement project since March. 65 percent of those polled, a project was done to save money while 49 percent simply needed something to keep themselves busy while being in lockdown. Overall, the average homeowner has already attempted four different home improvement projects since March — guesstimating a savings of over $160 just by trying a project themselves. All this, without the help of an outside contractor (47% opted not to), taking these homeowners from DIY-ers to “figure it out yourself-ers.” From painting in the house (32%) and working on landscaping projects outside (29%) to re-caulking (27%) and re-tiling kitchens and bathrooms (24%), homeowners have kept themselves busy these past six months. Seventy-three percent of those who tackled a home improvement project on their own revealed that afterward they felt resilient enough to keep taking on more projects and 67 percent of homeowners look forward to tackling more projects in the future. 71% of homeowners still say their home is a ‘work in progress’. It’s no wonder that half of the homeowners surveyed (50 percent) plan on doing a DIY home improvement project before the end of this year. Twenty-nine percent plan to work on landscaping projects outside, while 57% plan on taking on projects ahead of the holiday season. HOME IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS AMERICANS TACKLED DURING COVID-19 1. Painting in the house 32% 2. Working on landscaping project outside 29% 3. Re-caulking 27% 4. Re-tiling kitchen or bathroom 24% 5. Plumbing 23% 10 HOME IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS AMERICANS LOOK FORWARD TO CREATING FOR THE HOLIDAYS 1. New lighting system 2. Bathroom renovation 3. Kitchen renovation 4. Fill a driveway crack 5. Create handmade gifts 6. Improving patio landscape 7. Complete woodworking projects 8. Replacing flooring 9. Replace the windows 10. Replacing countertops According to MSN Poll: Up and At'em What's your ideal time to wake up? 61%Before 7 AM 30%Before 9 AM 7%Before noon 2%Never Do you set an alarm to wake up? 43%Yes 42%No 15%Sometimes How often do you eat breakfast? 39%Every morning 22%Most mornings 30%Sometimes 9%Never Do you exercise in the morning? 13%Yes 71%No 16%Sometimes Do you like to sleep in on the weekends? 38%Yes 34%No 28%Sometimes Do you consider yourself a morning person? 52%Yes, I'm up and ready to go 27%No way…5 more minutes 21%It depends Just for Fun TOP 20 SIGNS OF A PET FANATIC - Creating a social media account for a pet - Throwing a pet a birthday party - Buying a pet clothes or fancy accessories - Spending more money on a meal for a pet than a meal for themselves - Allowing a pet to regularly sleep on the bed with them - Matching their outfit to a pet’s outfit - Turning down plans because their pet couldn’t come along - Having more photos of a pet on their phone than any person - Taking a pet to a pet-friendly spa - Calling their pet their “child” or “baby” - Making a pet their own little room in the house - Calling a pet their best friend - Saying hello to a pet before a significant other/roommate when getting home - Owning animal-themed clothes or accessories - At a party, being more likely to be found with the animal(s) than the people - Setting up DOGTV for a pet to watch - Using technology to watch a pet when they’re not home - Purchasing essential oils for a pet - Bringing a pet to the store and letting them pick their own toy - Taking time off work to care for a pet Like Duh French tourist fined nearly $1,200 for taking bottle of sand home from Italian beach Authorities reportedly caught a French tourist stealing sand from an Italian beach. Due to the unique nature of the sand at that particular beach, there are strict laws preventing its removal and the traveler is reportedly facing a steep fine. The unnamed individual was recently caught with a plastic bottle full of sand from one of the island of Sardinia’s beaches. The Italian island, located in the Mediterranean Sea, is famous for its pristine beaches covered in fine sand. The tourist reportedly had about four-and-a-half pounds of the sand in their luggage when they were caught by authorities at Elmas airport on the island. For that amount of sand, the tourist has reportedly been fined nearly $1,200. The sand from Sardinia’s beaches has been federally protected since 2017, Travel and Leisure reports. Punishments for stealing sand from the beaches can range from fines all the way up to several years’ worth of jail time. Fox Movie Trailers Rebecca https://youtu.be/LFVhB54UqvQ Tips Sugar Coating It Putting sugar on a wound or cut will greatly reduce pain and speed up the healing process. Things of Interest Board games are making a comeback Pandemic-related stay-at-home orders have fueled a significant surge in board game and jigsaw sales as families look for ways to entertain themselves indoors. Hasbro Inc. — creators of Jenga, Connect 4 and Monopoly — saw a 25% surge in the first quarter, and jigsaw puzzle sales from the leading maker Ravensburger climbed 370% year-over-year. To meet demand, game makers have also been forced to pivot, harnessing their creativity and recreating board game experiences in a virtual setting. Juliette Faraut The Queen Is Turning Her Sandringham Residence Into A Drive-In Movie Theater While movie theaters have mostly been shut down since COVID-19, drive-ins have regained popularity, becoming the go-to socially distant activity amid the pandemic. Now, the Queen herself is turning one of her royal estates into a drive-in movie theater this month. Located in Norfolk, England, the Sandringham House is Queen Elizabeth II's country estate. The drive-in experience is set to take place from Friday, September 25 through Sunday September 27. Tickets cost £32.50 (abut $38) per car. Guests also have the option to purchase an upgrade that includes a deck chair, table, popcorn, and separate area to the side of your vehicle. There will also be street food vendors at each screening. The screenings will include a wide variety of popular films, from Grease to Bohemian Rhapsody. What Your Sleeping Position Says About Your Relationship 1. Liberty Couples who are connected yet independent lie back to back without any physical contact, this position is known as liberty. 2. Lover’s Knot You can tell by reading the name that this position is for the couples who love the independence, intimacy and sexually active. This position requires the couple to lie face to face with their legs intertwined for 10 minutes or till they fall asleep. It is the ultimate sleeping position for those lovey dovey couples. 3. Hollywood The best position to sleep in for those who are new to sleeping together. In this position the man lies on the back and the woman lays her head on the man’s chest, this position is a signal that the couple is in a new relationship. 4. Pillow Talk This requires both the partners to lie face to face without touching. It means that the relationship requires one on one contact and conversation. Have that conversation before it’s too late. 5. Shingles Shingles is known as a position where both male and female lie on their back where the woman rests her head on the crevice of the man’s shoulder, this shows that the woman is dependent on the man. Let’s not take it in the wrong way, there’s nothing wrong with depending on your partner for a bit. 6. The Crab In this position the couple does not touch one another no matter which position they sleep in, this signals that there are issues in the relationship and that one partners need space while the other needs more intimacy. The only way to fix this position would be to talk with each other openly about what you want from them, take the step and your sleeping position will change sooner than you think. 7. The Cliff Hanger This position requires both the partners to face outwards, meaning on opposite sides of the bed. The position means there’s distance in the relationship or that it’s a seldom one, this also means that the couple needs a good night sleep. There Are 5 Types of Cat Owners, Researchers Say University of Exeter researchers surveyed 56 cat owners in the U.K. in both rural and urban areas. They presented them with 62 statements on cat owner perspectives such as "Cats hunting doesn't bother me" and "Keeping cats indoors keeps them safe." The cat owners ranked each statement. Researchers analyzed the survey answers and found five distinct types of cat owners. The study results were published in Frontiers in Ecology and the Environment. 5 Types of Cat Owners Here are the five types and some of their key beliefs. Concerned Protector ⦁ Worries about roaming cats being lost, stolen, or killed ⦁ Believes keeping cats indoors keeps them safe ⦁ Doesn't have strong feelings about hunting, but wouldn't keep a cat inside just to keep it from hunting Freedom Defender ⦁ Believes cats should be able to roam wherever they want, like a wild animal ⦁ Thinks hunting is a normal part of cat behavior and helps control rodent population ⦁ Opposes any restrictions that would limit cat access to the outdoors Tolerant Guardian ⦁ Believes the benefits of roaming outweigh any risks ⦁ Loves wildlife and believes hunting is unattractive, but thinks that is what cats do ⦁ Doesn't know how owners can reduce hunting behavior Conscientious Caretaker ⦁ Believes cats should have outdoor access but doesn't oppose some containment ⦁ Hunting really bothers them and they are particularly concerned about birds ⦁ Believes owners have some responsibility to manage cats' hunting behavior Laissez-faire Landlord ⦁ Believes it's natural for cats to go out and natural if trouble happens because of it ⦁ Has never really thought about the effects of cats on the wildlife population ⦁ Would be more inclined to manage cat's behavior if it were killing things all the time Cats Outside the U.K. Because the study was done only in the U.K., the responses might shift in locations where people have different attitudes toward outdoor cats and letting them roam. 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