Spider-Man: Far From Home doesn’t hit theaters for another two weeks, but early reactions from critics promise we’re in for a web-slingin’ good time.
Marvel’s second standalone Spidey film and the final chapter in the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s Phase Three, Far From Home chronicles Peter Parker’s first heroic venture following the death of his beloved mentor Iron Man in Avengers: Endgame.
Tom Holland and Zendaya return as Peter and MJ, alongside MCU newcomer Jake Gyllenhaal as comic book character Mysterio.
Of course, no Marvel movie is complete without the appearance of S.H.I.E.L.D. agents Nick Fury and Maria Hill, played by Samuel L. Jackson and Cobie Smulders. As an added bonus, Jon Favreau will reprise his role as Happy Hogan. Read more…
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Alphabet’s annual shareholder meeting concluded with predictable results: every shareholder proposal was voted down despite protesting workers and increasingly pointed criticism.
At Google parent company Alphabet’s annual meeting Wednesday, shareholders advocated for a number of proposals meant to address numerous issues at the company, from sexual harassment and diversity, to the company’s policies regarding China and forced arbitration. As with Facebook’s recent shareholder meeting, there was also a proposal to limit Alphabet’s power by breaking up the company.
And, as with Facebook, these shareholder proposals had no chance of passing since Google’s two founders, Larry Page and Sergey Brin, control a majority of the most powerful shares. Read more…
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Cords were meant to be wrapped up like a burrito, according to JanSport.
The popular backpack supplier has dished out a savory array of food-inspired storage items. It’s 2019 and we can have our tech accessories and eat them, too.
Feast your eyes on these playful pouches:
Digital burrito pouch
Fear not, tangled cord owner! The JanSport digital burrito pouch is here to save the day. According to the description, it “folds up perfectly to fit inside a JanSport backpack featuring an innovative wrap style design that securely stores electronic cords, power bricks, and daily essentials.”
My cords NEED this.
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The flicker of tiny lighter flames once illuminated dimmed concert arenas during heart-wrenching numbers. Then it was phone flashlights waving brightly for all to see. But now K-pop fandoms have invented something much more high-tech to demonstrate their love for their idols: lightsticks.
These bright, beautiful lights are an essential part of any K-Pop concert-going experience. But why would fans pay top dollar for a glorified glow stick they’ll only use once in a blue moon?
K-Pop fans at an NCT 127 show in Coral Gables, Florida.
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To be honest, I didn’t quite understand it, being relatively new to the K-Pop wave myself. Until I saw BTS’ “Love Yourself: Speak Yourself” tour earlier this year. For the first time, I got to experience up close and personal an extraordinary phenomenon — what fans call “the ocean.” A sea of concert attendees, switching their lights on in the dark, bathing the arena in a blanket of color and light. Magical. Mesmerizing. Memorable. Read more…
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TL;DR: Get the Embark Breed + Health Kit for just $169 with promo code WORK30 and save $30.
They might not look like it as they lounge on your couch, but your dog is a complex creature. Just like humans, dogs have pretty complicated family treesDog DNA tests can help clear up the matter by distinguishing breeds and other helpful facts.
SEE ALSO: 8 of the best dog toys for some epic playtime with your pup
Unlock your dog’s ancestral roots with an Embark Dog DNA Test for only $169 when you enter the coupon code WORK30 at check out. That $30 discount is better than Amazon’s current price of $189, and you’d have to wait until Black Friday to likely get a better deal. On top of that, every order from Embark qualifies for free standard shipping in the U.S. Read more…
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Rug repair isn’t an easy task, especially when you’re fixing to fix a massive rug outside with high winds involved. Watch what happens to this man as he is quite literally swept under the rug.
He survives the incident intact — even as he crawls out from underneath the rug on his hands and knees. Read more…
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As all pet owners — excuse us, paw-rents — can attest, there’s nothing like coming home to a wagging tail or a purring, biscuit-making ball of fluff. That being said, there’s nothing as jarring as expecting to come home to said tail/ball of fluff, only to be greeted by a few wimpers accompanied by a limp, a puddle of vomit, or — even worse — unsettling silence.
When a pet isn’t acting like themselves, the last thing you want to be worrying about in the moment is how you’re going to pay for their emergency care. That’s why pet insurance plans exist: They cover your pet’s medical care in the case of an unexpected health problem so you don’t have to choose between your pet’s wellbeing and your savings account. Read more…
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BEST CHOICE OVERALL
Healthy Paws
A few minor restrictions aside, dog and cat owners would be hard-pressed to find a better bang for their buck.
Price: Cats start at $15/month and dogs start at $30/month
Enrollment : Enrolls pets 8 weeks and older; eligibility ends at 14 years
Underwritten: Chubb
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BEST FOR PUREBRED PETS
Trupanion
Revolutionary payment system for pet medical care that’ll have you asking, “Why didn’t anyone think of this sooner?”
Price: Rates start around $30 to $40 and vary by breed, species, age at enrollment, gender, and location
Enrollment: Puppies and kittens at birth; eligibility ends at 14 years
Underwritten: American Pet Insurance Company
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BEST FOR EXOTIC PETS
Nationwide Pet Insurance
Avian and exotic owners have few good options for pet insurance, so it might be worth ignoring some reviewers’ warnings.
Price: Coverage starts anywhere from $12 to $20 based on the pet’s species and other factors
Enrollment: Enrolls exotic pets and birds 3 months and older; no upper age limit for eligibility
Underwritten: National Casualty Company
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BEST FOR PETS WITH CHRONIC CONDITIONS
PetFirst
Price: Cats start at $26/month and dogs start at $32/month
Enrollment: Enrolls pets 8 weeks and older; no upper age limit for eligibility
Underwriters: The New Hampshire Insurance Company (NHIC) and Independence American Insurance Company (IAIC)
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BEST FOR PLUGGED-IN PET OWNERS
Figo
Price: Cats start around $28/month and dogs start around $50/month (plans average out to less than $1.50/day, according to Figo)
Enrollment: Enrolls pets 6 weeks and older; no upper age limit for eligibility
Underwritten: Markel Specialty Insurance Company
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BEST FOR YOUNG PETS
Embrace Pet Insurance
Price: Coverage starts anywhere from $13 to $20/month depending on your plan
Enrollment: Enrolls pets 8 weeks and older; eligibility ends at 14 years
Underwritten : American Modern Insurance Group
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BEST FOR SENIOR PETS
Petplan
Price: Cats start at $18/month and dogs start at $29/month
Enrollment: Enrolls pets 6 weeks and older; no upper age limit
Pride Month is officially here and that can only mean one thing: time to load up your reading list with stellar queer stories.
Of course, you should be mixing gay books into your to-be-read pile no matter what time of year, but this month, as you celebrate Pride, queer books can be the perfect way to explore the breadth and diversity of the LGBTQ community.
Fortunately for anybody looking for a great gay read, the book world is filled with a bevy of queer stories of all genres.
Whether you’re looking for a meditative poetry collection about queer identity and mental health, a deep dive into the New York City’s ballroom culture in the ’80s and ’90s, a comic about a group scouts who find themselves plagued by supernatural creatures at camp, or a coming-of-age story about a shapeshifter who is navigating life and dating, there is a queer book out there for you. Read more…
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A new iOS 13 feature could address one of the most annoying aspects of the App Store: unwanted subscriptions.
The iPhone maker is once again trying to tame overly aggressive subscriptions with a new feature that will make it far easier to unsubscribe from subscriptions. The feature was spotted in the iOS 13 developer beta, so it won’t be widely available until iOS 13 officially launches later this year.
With the update, which was noticed by MacStories editor Federico Vitcci, deleting an app that you’ve previously purchased a subscription for will remind you of your subscription and allow you to cancel it. Read more…
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