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Today Is September 10
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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