theroot--2020-09-21--A Unique, Slowed Down Approach to Warfare: Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War Alpha Impressions

Call of Duty has seen an unexpected resurgence this year .
The March release of Warzone , the battle royale addition to last year ’ s Modern Warfare , has generated a wave of enthusiasm for the franchise not seen since its peak years during the Xbox 360-era .
There has been much curiosity about how the Treyarch-developed Cold War would continue Warzone ’ s momentum and the alpha , released last weekend exclusively for the PS4 , provided some answers .
The Black Ops series has always had a unique pace in comparison to the Modern Warfare games .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ first time I played the original Black Ops .
While Black Ops II-IIII ( Treyarch ’ s stylization , not mine ) continually sped up the gameplay , Cold War feels very much in line with the slower , heavier feel of the original Black Ops .
Given that it ’ s being positioned as a direct sequel to the original game , that ’ s not surprising .
While it took me a minute to adjust to the much slower pace , once I fell into a solid rhythm I really found @ @ @ @ @ @ @ off , the game looks gorgeous on PS4 Pro so I can only imagine how good it ’ s going to look on the PS5 and Xbox Series X .
The neon streets of ‘ 80s Miami and the brutalist architecture of Russia are brought to vivid life .
The three maps I played on during the alpha , Moscow , Miami and Satellite were all solid .
Satellite and Moscow in particular really fed into the “ deniable operations ” feel the game is aiming for .
While prior entries in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ guns , fighting through back alleys in Moscow and battling around a downed satellite in the middle of the desert really evoked a spy thriller feel for me .
The actual minute-to-minute gameplay makes some significant changes from its predecessors .
Most notably , killstreaks are now scorestreaks .
What this means is that even when you die , your score still counts towards your unlockable streaks .
A cooldown timer has been added to scorestreaks to make this fair and ensure that more skilled players aren ’ t just spamming the map @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of my biggest gripes was that time-to-kill felt a little too long in this game ; it took a few too many bullets for me to take down an enemy .
While I eventually got used to it and started racking up double and triple kills , I still wouldn ’ t mind a second or two being shaved off how long it takes to die .
While I tend to favor the faster-paced gameplay of the Infinity Ward and Sledgehammer Games- developed entries , Treyarch ’ s approach to loadout customization has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ no different .
The game gives players an incredible amount of freedom in crafting the ideal loadout and since the Cold War is rarely depicted in games , let alone first-person shooters , the use of ‘ 80s weaponry and technology creates a unique gameplay dynamic .
The guns all feel great and I could see a good chunk integrating fairly well into Warzone .
This brings us to the elephant in the room : Cold War plays dramatically different from Modern Warfare and Warzone .
Deadass , I put the controller down @ @ @ @ @ @ @ because it just felt so different from the gameplay I ’ ve spent the last year getting used to .
Players , high off the thrills of Warzone deciding to give Cold War a try , may struggle to get into the slower , more methodically paced game .
I think specifically about my friend Andy , for whom Warzone was one of the first games they ’ ve really played extensively .
Warzone , similarly to Fortnite , has crafted a unique player audience where there are many folks who only play @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in this audience I would suggest waiting to see both how extensively Cold War will factor into Warzone and how the game plays in general .
Judging from my time with the alpha , Call of Duty : Black Ops Cold War is shaping up to be a fun , if potentially alienating game in the franchise .
There are a lot of interesting gameplay ideas in Cold War and it boasts a truly unique setting with some solid production values .
It remains to be seen how the game will change in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ so far , Cold War looks to be a great launch title for next-generation consoles and a solid return to the franchise ’ s roots .

Call of Duty has seen an unexpected resurgence this year. The March release of Warzone, the battle royale addition to last year’s Modern Warfare, has generated a wave of enthusiasm for the franchise not seen since its peak years during the Xbox 360-era. There has been much curiosity about how the Treyarch-developed Cold War would continue Warzone’s momentum and the alpha, released last weekend exclusively for the PS4, provided some answers.
The Black Ops series has always had a unique pace in comparison to the Modern Warfare games. Cold War reminds me vividly of the first time I played the original Black Ops. While Black Ops II-IIII (Treyarch’s stylization, not mine) continually sped up the gameplay, Cold War feels very much in line with the slower, heavier feel of the original Black Ops. Given that it’s being positioned as a direct sequel to the original game, that’s not surprising.
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While it took me a minute to adjust to the much slower pace, once I fell into a solid rhythm I really found a lot to like here. First off, the game looks gorgeous on PS4 Pro so I can only imagine how good it’s going to look on the PS5 and Xbox Series X. The neon streets of ‘ 80s Miami and the brutalist architecture of Russia are brought to vivid life.
The three maps I played on during the alpha, Moscow, Miami and Satellite were all solid. Satellite and Moscow in particular really fed into the “deniable operations” feel the game is aiming for. While prior entries in the series just felt like standard run and guns, fighting through back alleys in Moscow and battling around a downed satellite in the middle of the desert really evoked a spy thriller feel for me.
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The actual minute-to-minute gameplay makes some significant changes from its predecessors. Most notably, killstreaks are now scorestreaks. What this means is that even when you die, your score still counts towards your unlockable streaks. A cooldown timer has been added to scorestreaks to make this fair and ensure that more skilled players aren’t just spamming the map with airstrikes and attack choppers.
One of my biggest gripes was that time-to-kill felt a little too long in this game; it took a few too many bullets for me to take down an enemy. While I eventually got used to it and started racking up double and triple kills, I still wouldn’t mind a second or two being shaved off how long it takes to die.
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While I tend to favor the faster-paced gameplay of the Infinity Ward and Sledgehammer Games- developed entries, Treyarch’s approach to loadout customization has always been great and Cold War is no different. The game gives players an incredible amount of freedom in crafting the ideal loadout and since the Cold War is rarely depicted in games, let alone first-person shooters, the use of ‘ 80s weaponry and technology creates a unique gameplay dynamic. The guns all feel great and I could see a good chunk integrating fairly well into Warzone.
This brings us to the elephant in the room: Cold War plays dramatically different from Modern Warfare and Warzone.
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Deadass, I put the controller down after my first match of Cold War because it just felt so different from the gameplay I’ve spent the last year getting used to.
Players, high off the thrills of Warzone deciding to give Cold War a try, may struggle to get into the slower, more methodically paced game. I think specifically about my friend Andy, for whom Warzone was one of the first games they’ve really played extensively.
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Warzone, similarly to Fortnite, has crafted a unique player audience where there are many folks who only play Warzone. Should you happen to fall in this audience I would suggest waiting to see both how extensively Cold War will factor into Warzone and how the game plays in general.
Judging from my time with the alpha, Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War is shaping up to be a fun, if potentially alienating game in the franchise. There are a lot of interesting gameplay ideas in Cold War and it boasts a truly unique setting with some solid production values. It remains to be seen how the game will change in the leadup to its November release but so far, Cold War looks to be a great launch title for next-generation consoles and a solid return to the franchise’s roots.


theroot--2020-09-21--Save Up to 87% in the JACHS NY Summer Closeout Sale

These are the best JACHS NY deals of September 2020 .
JACHS NY promos usually focus on a certain segment of the site ’ s collection , whether it ’ s shorts or blazers , but right now just about everything on the site is on sale during the JACHS Summer Closeout Sale .
You ’ ll save up to 87 % on items throughout the JACHS NY catalog , with shorts as low as $ 10 each and other huge bargains in the mix .
There are more than 150 items on sale right now , so whether it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to your fall and winter wardrobe , take advantage of these sizzling deals !
Grab a warm piece for your autumn wardrobe with this grey stripe cotton/linen-blend hooded henley , which has a classic fit and flip-up hood to keep you covered once the leaves turn and the wind gets brisk .
It ’ s marked down from $ 89 right now .
Slap some salmon color all over your legs with these “ red ” stretch light denim pants from JACHS NY .
It ’ s a classic straight leg medium rise @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 23 % poly , 2 % spandex blend , all currently marked down $ 50 off the list price .
This orange floral print stretch cotton shirt evokes a summer look , but at $ 74 off the list price , it might be worth getting a couple late-season wears out of it—and at the very least , snag a sweet deal on something you ’ ll get a lot of use out of next summer .
Ready for both work and play , these eye-catching wheat bowie stretch cropped chinos have a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cotton , with the rest composed of spandex to aid with fit .
They ’ re $ 50 off the list price .
Stock up on shorts for the summer months at JACHS NY , where the site is blowing out its entire selection of comfy , pull-on , three-pocket shorts .
These rust-colored twill shorts are a standout option if you ’ re eyeing something without a pattern , and they ’ re knocked down from the $ 79 list price right now .
Why stop at one pair ?
We know @ @ @ @ @ @ @ summer , but you can ’ t pass up these deals .
Here are some eye-catching white stretch button-up chinos with a blue zig-zag pattern .
These gold-printed stretch twill pull-on dock shorts are significantly marked down thanks to the Labor Day sale , dropping all the way down from $ 70 to just $ 16 right now .
Button-down shirts are cheap at JACHS NY too right now .
Right now , you can grab this navy and red stripe short-sleeve oxford shirt for a mere $ 25 , plus there ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for $ 15 on final sale .
This looks like exactly the kind of cozy shirt I want to wear right now , whether out and about or just chilling with the dog on the couch .
It ’ s a classic fit tri-blend shirt with red stripes , and you can save $ 40 off right now .
You ’ ll pop in this single-pocketed poplin button-up , which has pink fabric adorned with little white shapes that kinda-sorta look like razor blades .
Huh .
This one drops down $ 64 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sale .

Sheilah Villari, Andrew Hayward,  and Molly Horan on Roundups, shared by Gabe Carey to The Root

Featured Deal: Labor Day Sale
With Labor Day upon us, JACHS NY is bringing you one of the best sales year-round. For the annual Labor Day Sale, prices are being slashed on over 270 styles for up to 85% off sitewide! You can even get some styles starting at $10. And if the item doesn’t work out, then you can return it for FREE!
Why not snag items that are versatile enough to go from the office to your local bar (when it reopens that is) without missing a beat?
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The Grey Striped Linen TriBlend Short Sleeve Henley is made from a super soft, lightweight fabric. It has three buttons, so you have a variety of different ways to wear the garment. Plus, the henley body is such a classic look.
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The White Micro Print Stretch Poplin Short Sleeve Shirt is an ultra-flattering one-pocket short sleeve. With a button-down collar and inner chambray trimmings, this shirt is a great look to round out the summer. Note that the fabric stretches for comfort.
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Every guy needs a smart blazer. The Micro Brushed Stretch Herringbone Blazer has a double vent back and notch lapels. It also comes with shoulder padding and is half-lined with chambray. Note that it comes with six pockets overall and has functional buttonholes.
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JACHS NY is bringing you the Light Wash Stretch Denim from the online exclusive Denim Capsule Collection. It’s a stretch slim straight fit with a 13.5-inch leg opening. It even has custom metal hardware! Pair this with a button-down for a super sharp look.
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The Tan Stretch Chino Short is a classic cotton twill short cut in a standard fit. This pair is made with stretchable fabric for the shoppers’ comfort and mobility. Note that it is a Bleeker fit and thus has a nine-inch inseam.
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An update to the classic Oxford shirt? Hell yeah! JACHS NY’s Red Knit Oxford Polo has fabric that was engineered to create the perfect stretch and make you feel like you’re wearing the world’s most comfortable t-shirt. Note that this popover polo is accented with snaps, rather than buttons, and was cut with a classic fit.
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The Navy Straight Fit Stretch Bowie Chino is made with unique sateen finished stretch cotton fabric for the ultimate soft feel. The Bowie Chino also has a straight fit and is mid-rise with a slim, straight leg. Pair it with a polo to for a casual day on the weekend.
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The Light Blue Stretch Slub Chambray Shirt has the texture and versatility of denim but in a lighter fabric. Chambray is a plain weave fabric that is woven with colored and white yarn with threads alternating as they’re being woven. This shirt is the causal anecdote the casual button shirt but with added stretch and comfort for the summer.
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A short-sleeve button-down shirt is a casual, yet versatile wardrobe essential. The Green Block Print Stretch Short Sleeve Shirt is a classic, super comfortable piece that will be a great asset to you come spring. It’s 98% cotton for breathability and 2% spandex for stretch.
This story was originally published by Sheilah Villari on 03/27/2020 and updated with new information by Juliana Clark on 08/26/2021.


theroot--2020-09-21--Can These Shoes Help You Run Sub-2 Hour Marathon?

No matter what Air Jordan commercials may have convinced us of in the ‘ 90s , no shoe can single-handedly transform you into an elite athlete .
It feels safe to say we ’ re all well aware of this , that nothing but hard work will help you achieve your fitness or sports goals in the grand scheme of things .
However , when you ’ re talking about the literal and proverbial game of inches that is running , details like shoes do make a difference .
If you ’ re looking to shave some time off your @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Nike recently released a groundbreaking new running sneaker that can make that happen ( if you use it right ) .
That shoe , the Nike Alphafly NEXT % , has been making headlines in the running world ever since it debuted last year on the feet of Eliud Kipchoge , a legendary marathoner who wore a pair when he made history by running a marathon in under 2 hours .
The 2-hour barrier has long been the high bar serious marathoners have worked toward breaking .
Kipchoge ’ s accomplishment began @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to work in collaboration with Nike to do just that .
His world-record marathon in Vienna last year was the result of not only a lifetime of training but of the partnership between Kipchoge and the athletic-wear juggernaut .
Kipchoge ’ s sub-2 hour marathon made waves throughout the world of competitive runners and came with just as much controversy as it did acclaim—controversy that , you guessed it , started with the shoes he was wearing when he did it .
In order to understand the advantage the Alphaflys can bring to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to understand the groundbreaking tech they utilize—and why it ’ s become so polarizing in the running world .
Alphaflys are a maximalist running shoe , a far cry from those weird barefoot-esque runners that were so popular a decade ago .
The flyknit upper is super lightweight ; in fact , it ’ s a new weave dubbed Atomknit , even lighter than Nike ’ s already barely-there flyknit material .
Lighter shoes mean less weight to lug around on your run , so you ’ re already starting out at a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is in the soles , though .
Alphaflys feature a sole system made up of three crucial parts that aid in shaving minutes off of your run time .
First there ’ s the dual Zoom Air Pods ( no , not AirPods ) in the forefoot .
These pods maximize your energy return when your foot strikes the ground and pushes off , but they don ’ t work alone .
The heel is comprised of a hefty unit of Zoom foam , a lightweight foam that delivers explosive energy return and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ component that has garnered so much controversy in the running world .
The shoe features a carbon fiber plate running across the sole of the shoe , creating a spring that propels you with each stride .
It ’ s a game-changer for sure , and a word of caution for those who try ‘ em out : it might be a little too intense for those just starting out on their running journeys .
That added boost the carbon plate provides has been called unethical by some in the running world , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an unfair advantage .
I ’ m not personally here to make that call for you .
I ’ m a hobbyist runner and the most I can pull on a good day is a 10K .
But I ’ m a full-time sneaker writer ( well , writer who on many occasions has written about sneakers ) and from that position , I can ’ t recommend the shoe highly enough .
Finding a pair to try out , however , has been a bit tricky since the shoe was made available @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Every Alphafly drop has been an instant sellout , fetching hefty prices on resale sites .
Nike seems to be making moves to make the shoe more widely accessible , though .
There are a number of upcoming colorways , one of which pays tribute to Kipchoge ’ s original accomplishment of breaking the 2-hour marathon barrier .
Lacing up a pair of Alphaflys is like strapping a rocket booster to your feet .
It ’ s not an everyday runner by any means but for the days when you ’ re @ @ @ @ @ @ @ off your time , it ’ s a stunning technological advancement .
It might be a while before anyone else is able to break the sub-2 hour marathon , but when they do , chances are they ’ ll be doing it either in a pair of Alphafly NEXT % ’ s or at the very least a pair of shoes they inspired .

Tres Dean on The Inventory, shared by Gabe Carey to The Root

Nike Alphafly NEXT% | StockX
No matter what Air Jordan commercials may have convinced us of in the ‘90s, no shoe can single-handedly transform you into an elite athlete. It feels safe to say we’re all well aware of this, that nothing but hard work will help you achieve your fitness or sports goals in the grand scheme of things. However, when you’re talking about the literal and proverbial game of inches that is running, details like shoes do make a difference. If you’re looking to shave some time off your next 10K, half-marathon, or marathon, Nike recently released a groundbreaking new running sneaker that can make that happen (if you use it right).
That shoe, the Nike Alphafly NEXT%, has been making headlines in the running world ever since it debuted last year on the feet of Eliud Kipchoge, a legendary marathoner who wore a pair when he made history by running a marathon in under 2 hours. The 2-hour barrier has long been the high bar serious marathoners have worked toward breaking. Kipchoge’s accomplishment began way back in 2017 as he decided to work in collaboration with Nike to do just that. His world-record marathon in Vienna last year was the result of not only a lifetime of training but of the partnership between Kipchoge and the athletic-wear juggernaut. Kipchoge’s sub-2 hour marathon made waves throughout the world of competitive runners and came with just as much controversy as it did acclaim—controversy that, you guessed it, started with the shoes he was wearing when he did it.
In order to understand the advantage the Alphaflys can bring to your running game, you first have to understand the groundbreaking tech they utilize—and why it’s become so polarizing in the running world. Alphaflys are a maximalist running shoe, a far cry from those weird barefoot-esque runners that were so popular a decade ago. The flyknit upper is super lightweight; in fact, it’s a new weave dubbed Atomknit, even lighter than Nike’s already barely-there flyknit material. Lighter shoes mean less weight to lug around on your run, so you’re already starting out at a significant advantage there.
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The real magic is in the soles, though. Alphaflys feature a sole system made up of three crucial parts that aid in shaving minutes off of your run time. First there’s the dual Zoom Air Pods (no, not AirPods) in the forefoot. These pods maximize your energy return when your foot strikes the ground and pushes off, but they don’t work alone. The heel is comprised of a hefty unit of Zoom foam, a lightweight foam that delivers explosive energy return and responsiveness.
It’s the third component that has garnered so much controversy in the running world. The shoe features a carbon fiber plate running across the sole of the shoe, creating a spring that propels you with each stride. It’s a game-changer for sure, and a word of caution for those who try ‘em out: it might be a little too intense for those just starting out on their running journeys.
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That added boost the carbon plate provides has been called unethical by some in the running world, their reasoning being that it’s an unfair advantage. I’m not personally here to make that call for you. I’m a hobbyist runner and the most I can pull on a good day is a 10K. But I’m a full-time sneaker writer (well, writer who on many occasions has written about sneakers) and from that position, I can’t recommend the shoe highly enough.
Finding a pair to try out, however, has been a bit tricky since the shoe was made available to the public a few months back. Every Alphafly drop has been an instant sellout, fetching hefty prices on resale sites. Nike seems to be making moves to make the shoe more widely accessible, though. There are a number of upcoming colorways, one of which pays tribute to Kipchoge’s original accomplishment of breaking the 2-hour marathon barrier.
Lacing up a pair of Alphaflys is like strapping a rocket booster to your feet. It’s not an everyday runner by any means but for the days when you’re really making an effort to cut minutes off your time, it’s a stunning technological advancement. It might be a while before anyone else is able to break the sub-2 hour marathon, but when they do, chances are they’ll be doing it either in a pair of Alphafly NEXT%’s or at the very least a pair of shoes they inspired.


theroot--2020-09-21--‘We’re Demanding Equal Justice’: Jacob Blake Sr. Leads March in Charlotte, NC for Victims of Police

‘We’re Demanding Equal Justice’: Jacob Blake Sr. Leads March in Charlotte, NC for Victims of Police Violence

The family of police shooting victim Jacob Blake is keeping the discussion about the 29-year-old ’ s shooting as well as what is happening around the country with regards to systemic racism in policing alive .
Jacob Blake Sr. , along with other family members , led a march for racial justice Sunday afternoon in Charlotte , N.C. , where Blake Sr. lives .
WBTV 3 reports that Blake Sr. focused on the aggressive handling of Black citizens by police as he spoke during the demonstration saying that changing that behavior in police officers is “ the only way we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ We ’ re not asking anymore .
We ’ re demanding equal justice ... equal rights , ” Blake Sr. said .
Blake ’ s family , joined by many others , started at Romare Bearden Park and marched to the “ Black Lives Matter ” mural painted on South Tryon Street .
The chants started with family members shouting “ Say His Name , ” and others responded with “ Jacob Blake.
” “ ( Police ) tried to throw my brother away like he was a piece of trash , like @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he has six sons that need him , six sons that need his guidance , ” Blake ’ s sister , Letetra Wideman , said .
Blake Sr. spoke with WBTV reporter Dedrick Russell Friday about the march he organized and he was understandably emotional when he talked about visiting his son—who , at one point , was handcuffed to the hospital bed after the shooting left him paralyzed from the waist down—in Kenosha .
“ I kissed him on his forehead and he grabbed my hand and he just began to weep @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that time now , rage was in my wheelhouse , because this guy laying here is paralyzed from the waist down— what was that shackle— what was the purpose of that shackle on a paralyzed leg ?
” The demonstration also focused on other victims of police violence like Keith Lamont Scott , a Black man who was fatally shot by Charlotte police on September 20 , 2016 .
Sunday ’ s march was held on the fourth anniversary of Scott ’ s death .
“ We don ’ t have an opportunity @ @ @ @ @ @ @ don ’ t have an opportunity to have a conversation with Keith Lamont Scott , ” one protester told WBTV .
“ But we do have an opportunity to build and think through ... with the actual victim of this type of police brutality.
” Blake Sr. also spoke about the police brutality victims who weren ’ t as fortunate as his son was to live to tell their stories .
“ This is not just a journey for one person , ” he said .
“ This is a journey for Brown @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be harmed by justice and injustice .
”

The family of police shooting victim Jacob Blake is keeping the discussion about the 29-year-old’s shooting as well as what is happening around the country with regards to systemic racism in policing alive. Jacob Blake Sr., along with other family members, led a march for racial justice Sunday afternoon in Charlotte, N.C., where Blake Sr. lives.
WBTV 3 reports that Blake Sr. focused on the aggressive handling of Black citizens by police as he spoke during the demonstration saying that changing that behavior in police officers is “the only way we can push the door down.”
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“We’re not asking anymore. We’re demanding equal justice...equal rights,” Blake Sr. said.
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From WBTV:
Blake’s family, joined by many others, started at Romare Bearden Park and marched to the “Black Lives Matter” mural painted on South Tryon Street. The chants started with family members shouting “Say His Name,” and others responded with “Jacob Blake.” As the march continued, participants chanted “Black Lives Matter.” “(Police) tried to throw my brother away like he was a piece of trash, like he was a rag, not like he has six sons that need him, six sons that need his guidance,” Blake’s sister, Letetra Wideman, said.
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Blake Sr. spoke with WBTV reporter Dedrick Russell Friday about the march he organized and he was understandably emotional when he talked about visiting his son—who, at one point, was handcuffed to the hospital bed after the shooting left him paralyzed from the waist down—in Kenosha.
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“I kissed him on his forehead and he grabbed my hand and he just began to weep,” he said. “At that time now, rage was in my wheelhouse, because this guy laying here is paralyzed from the waist down— what was that shackle— what was the purpose of that shackle on a paralyzed leg? ”
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The demonstration also focused on other victims of police violence like Keith Lamont Scott, a Black man who was fatally shot by Charlotte police on September 20, 2016. Sunday’s march was held on the fourth anniversary of Scott’s death.
“We don’t have an opportunity to talk with George Floyd. We don’t have an opportunity to have a conversation with Keith Lamont Scott,” one protester told WBTV. “But we do have an opportunity to build and think through...with the actual victim of this type of police brutality.”
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Blake Sr. also spoke about the police brutality victims who weren’t as fortunate as his son was to live to tell their stories.
“This is not just a journey for one person,” he said. “This is a journey for Brown people, people who are more likely to be harmed by justice and injustice.”


theroot--2020-09-21--3 More Louisville Metro Cops Under Investigation for Role in Breonna Taylor's Death

The Louisville Metro Police Department announced on Monday that its Professional Standards Unit is currently investigating six officers for their role in Breonna Taylor ’ s death .
The Courier Journal reports the unit , which investigates whether officers have violated department policies , has launched a probe into the case .
Should the officers be found to have violated department police they could face disciplinary action that ranges from receiving a write-up to being terminated .
The LMPD did not say what policies they believe the officers may have violated .
“ Due to state law , investigators are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the investigation until the criminal case is complete , department spokeswoman Jessie Halladay said .
It should be noted that this is a different investigation from the one conducted by the Public Integrity Unit .
That investigation , which forwarded its findings to Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron , was to determine whether criminal charges should be filed against the officers involved in the shooting .
Cameron has yet to provide a timeline on when that decision will be made .
Detective Myles Cosgrove and Sgt .
Jonathan Mattingly , who fired @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , were under investigation by the Public Integrity Unit , as was detective Joshua Jaynes , the man who swore out the warrant to search Taylor ’ s home .
All three are being investigated by the Professional Standards Unit , as are detectives Tony James , Michael Campbell and Michael Nobles .
All six officers , save for Jaynes , were present at Taylor ’ s home when the warrant was being carried out .
Campbell , who had been tasked with surveilling Taylor ’ s apartment before the raid , is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that conducted the probe that led police to Taylor ’ s apartment .
Nobles and James were members of the criminal Interdiction Squad , according to a log provided by LMPD that showed officers ’ sworn assignments on March 13 .
The officers at Taylor ’ s apartment said they knocked on her door and announced their presence .
Taylor ’ s boyfriend , Kenneth Walker , however , says he and Taylor didn ’ t know who was knocking at the door .
When police broke down the front door of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ his firearm , which police say struck Mattingly in the thigh , severing his femoral artery .
Three officers — Mattingly , Cosgrove and detective Brett Hankison , who was fired in June — returned fire , striking Taylor five times .
Kentucky law states that “ no public statements shall be made concerning the alleged violation by any person or persons of the consolidated local government or the police officer so charged , until final disposition of the charges , ” when it comes to investigations into policy violations by police officers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ being investigated by the PSU , came under controversy when a picture taken of him following the shooting shows a body camera on the right shoulder of his vest .
Former LMPD police chief Steve Conrad said at a press conference following Taylor ’ s shooting that there was no footage from the shooting due to “ no body-worn video cameras.
” It is unclear whether James had his body camera active or not during the shooting .

The Louisville Metro Police Department announced on Monday that its Professional Standards Unit is currently investigating six officers for their role in Breonna Taylor’s death.
The Courier Journal reports the unit, which investigates whether officers have violated department policies, has launched a probe into the case. Should the officers be found to have violated department police policy they could face disciplinary action that ranges from receiving a write-up to being terminated. The LMPD did not say what policies they believe the officers may have violated.
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“Due to state law, investigators are prevented from [discussing] crucial aspects of the investigation until the criminal case is complete, department spokeswoman Jessie Halladay said.
It should be noted that this is a different investigation from the one conducted by the Public Integrity Unit. That investigation, which forwarded its findings to Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron, was to determine whether criminal charges should be filed against the officers involved in the shooting. Cameron has yet to provide a timeline on when that decision will be made.
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Detective Myles Cosgrove and Sgt. Jonathan Mattingly, who fired their guns at Taylor’s home, were under investigation by the Public Integrity Unit, as was detective Joshua Jaynes, the man who swore out the warrant to search Taylor’s home. All three are being investigated by the Professional S tandards Unit, as are detectives Tony James, Michael Campbell and Michael Nobles. All six officers, save for Jaynes, were present at Taylor’s home when the warrant was being carried out.
From the Courier Journal:
Campbell, who had been tasked with surveilling Taylor’s apartment before the raid, is a member of the Place-Based Investigations Unit that conducted the probe that led police to Taylor’s apartment. Nobles and James were members of the criminal Interdiction Squad, according to a log provided by LMPD that showed officers’ sworn assignments on March 13. The officers at Taylor’s apartment said they knocked on her door and announced their presence. Taylor’s boyfriend, Kenneth Walker, however, says he and Taylor didn’t know who was knocking at the door. When police broke down the front door of the apartment, Walker fired one shot from his firearm, which police say struck Mattingly in the thigh, severing his femoral artery. Three officers — Mattingly, Cosgrove and detective Brett Hankison, who was fired in June — returned fire, striking Taylor five times. She died in her hallway.
Kentucky law states that “no public statements shall be made concerning the alleged violation by any person or persons of the consolidated local government or the police officer so charged, until final disposition of the charges,” when it comes to investigations into policy violations by police officers.
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James, who’s currently being investigated by the PSU, came under controversy when a picture taken of him following the shooting shows a body camera on the right shoulder of his vest. Former LMPD police chief Steve Conrad said at a press conference following Taylor’s shooting that there was no footage from the shooting due to “no body-worn video cameras.” It is unclear whether James had his body camera active or not during the shooting.


theroot--2020-09-21--AirPods, MacBooks, and iPads (Oh My!): Today’s Best Apple Deals

If you ’ re an Apple fan , then you know that the company ’ s popular iPhones , iPads , MacBooks , Apple Watch , and AirPods don ’ t come cheap ... and sales can be sporadic .
Luckily , we watch Apple bargains like a hawk here at The Inventory and Kinja Deals , always keeping an eye out for the best deals on across the Cupertino ecosystem .
Scope out low prices on AirPods Pro , the MacBook Air , and Apple Watches below , and stay tuned : we ’ ll be updating this roundup @ @ @ @ @ @ @ earbuds are currently on sale for $ 30 off the list price as of writing , which isn ’ t the lowest we ’ ve seen but is still a solid discount on some stellar ‘ buds .
The AirPods Pro come with noise canceling , silicone tips for a comfortable fit , and a wirelessly-chargeable case , making them a solid upgrade over the standard versions .
Save $ 100 off the list price of Apple ’ s thin current-gen MacBook Air laptop right now .
You can grab it at this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ or Rose Gold , each with a 10th-generation Intel Core i3 processor , 8GB RAM , 256GB storage , and a 13.3 ” high-res Retina display .
This is a stellar deal for an everyday laptop , assuming you don ’ t need the high-end computing power of a pricier MacBook Pro .
If you like your tablets on the smaller side , you can snag the latest-generation iPad Mini for $ 50 off the list price at Amazon right now .
This lil ’ guy has a 7.9 '' display , an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ storage , and support for Apple ’ s Pencil stylus .
Apple ’ s newer and pricier iPads may pack more power , but none are as compact as the Mini .
Don ’ t want to go Pro ?
Apple ’ s standard current-model AirPods are also discounted at Amazon , and are marked down $ 30 right now for the standard edition .
These buds are super-handy allies for any jaunt , large or small , and the case can be recharged with the included cable .
A version with a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 155 ( that ’ s $ 44 off ) .
New Apple Watches are on the horizon , whether it ’ s the Series 6 or budget-friendlier Apple Watch SE , but both are much more expensive than this Apple Watch Series 3 at Amazon .
It ’ s not the fastest or more perk-packed edition , but it ’ s still a stellar wearable to pair with your iPhone for fitness tracking , notifications , and more .
It ’ s just $ 169 for the 38mm model .
Save $ 100 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Pro headphones right now at Amazon in a variety of colors .
They pair easily with iOS devices thanks to Apple ’ s H1 chip and promise a stellar 22 hours of battery life on a full charge .
It ’ s not a huge savings , but it i s an uncommon one : right now you can save $ 50 off the price of Apple ’ s largest current-gen iPad , the iPad Pro 12.9 ” .
With a massive ProMotion screen , serious speed onboard , and even a LIDAR @ @ @ @ @ @ @ perk-packed tablet in Apple ’ s stable .
And if you want Apple ’ s pricey Magic Keyboard for this model , it ’ s also $ 20 off at Amazon .
If you ’ re on the hunt for a large , semi-recent iPhone that you can take to any network , this iPhone XR deal might be up your alley .
It has a sizable 6.1 ” screen , is available in a handful of eye-catching colors , and the A12 Bionic processor is still plenty speedy compared to the top-end @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more than $ 300 off the original new list price when you buy this certified renewed version from Amazon , which is unlocked .
The price varies slightly based on which color you choose .
Apple ’ s largest and newest MacBook Pro model certainly isn ’ t cheap , but you ’ ll save big on the notebook at Amazon right now .
Amazon is taking $ 25 0 off the $ 2,400 list price right now , gaining you a high-end laptop ideal for creative work thanks to the Intel Core @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a sizable 512GB SSD .
If you want an enormous iPad and don ’ t mind going back a generation to save some solid cash , consider this B & H deal on the previous-gen iPad Pro 12.9 ” tablet .
This Verizon unlocked version has both Wi-Fi + Cellular capabilities , and can work with AT & T and T-Mobile too ( according to B & H ’ s listing ) .
It ’ s $ 350 off the original list price .
The last-gen iPhone XS was still $ 1000 brand @ @ @ @ @ @ @ but now it ’ s massively discounted .
You can get this 64GB renewed ( refurbished ) version for $ 484 right now from Amazon , with other color options and higher-capacity models available for a little bit more cash .
If you ’ re keen on cans instead of earbuds , Apple ’ s Beats brand has a solid deal on Solo3 wireless headphones right now .
They ’ re $ 41 off the list price right now at Amazon in this stylish Club White style , and a few other color @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you choose , you ’ ll get wireless headphones that pair easily with an iPhone and offer up to 40 hours of battery life .
Love a slim MacBook but got a tighter budget ?
If you can deal with few-year-old tech , then Amazon has a stellar deal on a refurbished MacBook Air from early 2015 .
It ’ s a less-powerful processor than you ’ ll find on the current models and a low-resolution screen , but this is a slim and solid MacBook for $ 51 9 .

Andrew Hayward on Roundups, shared by Gabe Carey to The Root

Featured Deal: Apple Watch Series 7 (Green) | $339 | Amazon
The best Apple deals and discounts of the month are here.
If you’re an Apple fan, then you know that the company’s popular iPhones, iPads, MacBooks, Apple Watch, and AirPods don’t come cheap—and sales can be sporadic.
Luckily, we watch Apple bargains like a hawk here at Kinja Deals, and we’re always keeping an eye out for the best deals across all Apple devices. Scope out some great prices on AirPods Pro, iPad Pro, and M1 Macs below, and stay tuned: we’ll be updating this roundup regularly.
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Have you been just itching to get an Apple Watch Series 7, but the full price of $399 is a bridge too far? Well, lucky you, it’s on sale at Amazon right now for $339—that’s $60 off, or enough to pick up an Apple Watch accessory like a new sport loop band. This deal is only on the base GPS watch, and only the green one, but listen, if you’re on a budget and you haven’t invited an Apple Watch into your life yet, I can attest to it being one of the most useful pieces of tech on the market right now.
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If you’re one to work in one fixed location, the 2020 iMac is on sale for $150 off. The 21.5" all-in-one 1080p desktop computer and monitor has 8GB of memory and a 256GB SSD. As is standard, it comes with the Apple Magic Mouse which can scroll in all directions like a touchpad on top and is just a delight to use—especially for artists. That discount brings it down to $950.
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Sick of your phone dying on you when you’re out and about? Well if you’ve got an iPhone 12 or later, you can just slap a MagSafe battery pack onto the back of it. No cables dangling around to connect to a powerbank. This uses the wireless charger in the back of the phone and stays magnetically connected to it. The whole thing fits right in your pocket, just bit more snug. Normally goes for $99, but you can get it for 9% off right now.
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Discounts on Apple’s new MacBook Air model with the powerful M1 chip have been steadier lately, and right now you can save a strong $100 off the 512GB model in silver or space gray. The M1 chip makes the MacBook Air “extraordinary,” thanks to fantastic battery life and better performance than some much pricier Windows-based rivals. If you’re on the hunt for a speedy, reliable new laptop, jump on this bargain! For folks who don’t need that much storage, the 256GB version is also $100 off bringing it to just $899.
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The deluxe AirPods Max are the over-the-ear option from Apple which normally run for $549. Right now, Amazon is offering roughly $70 off for a selection of different colors. If you’re looking for a comfy, fashionable, great-sounding set of headphones to seamlessly work with your other Apple tech, now may be the time to jump on board.
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The latest Apple TV in 4K is discounted over at Amazon. Only by $10, but hey. If you were in the market for an Apple TV and haven’t pulled the trigger yet, you might as well save $10. Get the 32GB version for $169 or the 64GB version for $190. I will say, the Siri remote is excellent to use so you can avoid typing in the shows or movies you want to pull up with just the arrow buttons and on screen keyboard.
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If you’re an iPhone user with some cash to blow, skip the pretenders and even the lesser AirPods to go for something better. The AirPods Pro step the game up with rubber tips, active noise cancellation, better overall audio quality, and a wirelessly-chargeable case as standard. They’re a bit expensive normally, but right now you can get ‘em for $59 off the list price.
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Just looking for something simple? Apple’s standard 2nd gen model AirPods are also on sale at Amazon. You can snag yourself a pair for $50 off. These earbuds are rechargeable via the case and cable and produce quality sound. If you don’t need the latest and greatest, you can save quite a bit of dough going with this previous generation version.
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Apple released the latest set of Bluetooth wireless earbuds in its AirPods 3. With an original price point of $179, you would expect it to fall somewhere between their old AirPods 2 and the $249 AirPods Pro. Well, you’d be exactly right. The AirPods 3 are a step up from the 2, adding some of the features we saw come with the Pro like spatial audio support and water resistance. They also have a redesign aesthetically. The most notable absent feature from the Pro is the lack of active noise canceling. Right now Amazon has them for $10 off.


theroot--2020-09-21--By a Show of Hands, Who Else Hates Anthony Davis?

Like millions of other people , I watched with delight as the Lakers squandered a 16-point lead in the third quarter of Sunday ’ s Western Conference Finals against the Denver Nuggets .
And with 20.8 seconds left in the fourth quarter , that delight had transformed into an unparalleled bliss that I only experience when the Lakers suffer a humiliating defeat .
Nikola Jokic had just nailed a nasty hook shot over Anthony Davis , and in scoring the Nugget ’ s final 12 points , had seemingly secured the win .
But hoop heads know that that ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the clock , and there ’ s always the likelihood for some late game heroics when you ’ re facing players like Davis and LeBron James .
Rondo , or Playoff Rondo as he ’ s known in basketball lore , strolled his happy ass over to Davis and uttered these fateful words : “ That ’ s all right , he scored on you .
Now you go get it back.
” With 2.1 seconds left on the clock , and Denver ’ s win all but sown up , the 2008 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the bassline to Davis .
Then this happened : From my lavish Downtown Los Angeles dwelling all of two blocks from the epicenter of Lakers universe , the Staples Center arena , I fell to my knees and screamed at the heavens in anguish .
The Lakers emerged victorious and pulled out the 105-103 win .
“ I think I made eye contact with every player on my team on that play , ” Rondo told reporters after the game .
“ My first look was [ Kentavious Caldwell-Pope ] backdoor .
That @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Green ] backdoor .
That wasn ’ t there .
Bron and I looked eye-to-eye , but he didn ’ t move , and then I saw AD coming on the outside and just tried to get it to him on time , on target .
I had [ Jokic ] on me , so obviously , I couldn ’ t throw the lob pass , and [ Davis ] did the rest.
” And yes , Davis yelled “ Kobe !
” after he snatched the still-beating heart out of the Nuggets @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the entire organization has been hyperfocused on a championship ever since Bryant ’ s tragic death in January , but mainly because the Lakers are more inspired than ever to build on Bryant ’ s legacy .
“ Obviously , we ’ re representing him , ” Davis said .
In true Black Mamba form , he scored 10 of his 31 points in the fourth quarter .
“ Especially in those jerseys .
It ’ s his jersey , one he created , and any time we put it on , we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Nuggets in the their alternative “ Black Mamba ” uniforms , which they ’ re undefeated in while wearing so far this postseason .
Kobe helped designed them years ago prior to his death .
And not only are they dope as hell , but the team has drawn inspiration from Kobe while wearing them .
“ He said , ‘ Look at the jerseys you have on .
He would have made big-time plays .
So it ’ s time for us to make big-time plays , ’ ” Davis said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the team late in the fourth quarter .
“ Just looking down at the jersey and Coach telling us , it ’ s a constant reminder that Kobe is with us , and we kind of have the spirit in those jerseys.
” With Sunday ’ s defeat , the Nuggets fell to 0-2 in the best of seven series .
But don ’ t think my disdain for all things Lakers has wavered because I have the utmost faith that the Nuggets will win the next four straight .
This Lakers hatred @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals goes down on Tuesday .

Like millions of other people, I watched with delight as the Lakers squandered a 16-point lead in the third quarter of Sunday’s Western Conference Finals against the Denver Nuggets. And with 20.8 seconds left in the fourth quarter, that delight had transformed into an unparalleled bliss that I only experience when the Lakers suffer a humiliating defeat.
Nikola Jokic had just nailed a nasty hook shot over Anthony Davis, and in scoring the Nugget’s final 12 points, had seemingly secured the win. But hoop heads know that that’s entirely too much time left on the clock, and there’s always the likelihood for some late game heroics when you’re facing players like Davis and LeBron James.
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Enter grizzled vet Rajon Rondo.
Rondo, or Playoff Rondo as he’s known in basketball lore, strolled his happy ass over to Davis and uttered these fateful words: “That’s all right, he scored on you. Now you go get it back.”
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Dammit, Rondo.
With 2.1 seconds left on the clock, and Denver’s win all but sown up, the 2008 NBA champ made the inbound pass from the bassline to Davis. Then this happened:
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From my lavish Downtown Los Angeles dwelling all of two blocks from the epicenter of Lakers universe, the Staples Center arena, I fell to my knees and screamed at the heavens in anguish.
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The Lakers emerged victorious and pulled out the 105-103 win.
Anthony Davis is a fucking asshole.
“I think I made eye contact with every player on my team on that play,” Rondo told reporters after the game. “My first look was [Kentavious Caldwell-Pope] backdoor. That wasn’t there. Danny [Green] backdoor. That wasn’t there. Bron and I looked eye-to-eye, but he didn’t move, and then I saw AD coming on the outside and just tried to get it to him on time, on target. I had [Jokic] on me, so obviously, I couldn’t throw the lob pass, and [Davis] did the rest.”
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And yes, Davis yelled “Kobe!” after he snatched the still-beating heart out of the Nuggets’ chest. In part, because the entire organization has been hyperfocused on a championship ever since Bryant’s tragic death in January, but mainly because the Lakers are more inspired than ever to build on Bryant’s legacy.
“Obviously, we’re representing him,” Davis said. In true Black Mamba form, he scored 10 of his 31 points in the fourth quarter. “Especially in those jerseys. It’s his jersey, one he created, and any time we put it on, we want to win.”
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The Lakers crushed the Nuggets in the their alternative “Black Mamba” uniforms, which they’re undefeated in while wearing so far this postseason. Kobe helped designed them years ago prior to his death. And not only are they dope as hell, but the team has drawn inspiration from Kobe while wearing them.
“He said, ‘Look at the jerseys you have on. He would have made big-time plays. So it’s time for us to make big-time plays,’” Davis said, paraphrasing what coach Frank Vogel told the team late in the fourth quarter. “Just looking down at the jersey and Coach telling us, it’s a constant reminder that Kobe is with us, and we kind of have the spirit in those jerseys.”
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With Sunday’s defeat, the Nuggets fell to 0-2 in the best of seven series. But don’t think my disdain for all things Lakers has wavered because I have the utmost faith that the Nuggets will win the next four straight.
This Lakers hatred coursing through my veins refuses to relent.
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Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals goes down on Tuesday.


theroot--2020-09-21--Caravan of Trump Supporters Shouted Slurs and Other Obscenities at Bystanders During NC Parade

I imagine it must be inconvenient for Trumpsters who swear to Has-a-Black-Friend-Jesus that not all Trump supporters are racist , that nearly every loud and proud bigot who ends up getting widespread attention for one reason or another turns out to be a raging MAGA enthusiast .
I , for one , can not imagine what it is about the jack-o ’ lantern-in-chief that attracts such a strong neo-Nazi following .
It ’ s a whole mystery .
Anyway , in Alamance County , N.C. , a caravan of flag-humping Trump-wavers ( I said that backwards but I feel like @ @ @ @ @ @ @ streets Saturday in a parade organized by local pro-Trump citizens .
Newsweek reports that the event was put together by the Alamance County Taking Back Alamance County ( ACTBAC ) group and the Young Republicans of N.C. Of course , the Young Republicans are now trying to distance themselves from ACTBAC and not just because what their acronym stands for “ sounds redundant and stupid as fuck.
” Turns out the ACTBAC—which t he Southern Poverty Law Center has classified as a “ neo-Confederate hate group , ” according to Newsweek—are *gasp* a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Lives Matter supporter Megan Squire recorded the pro-Trump drivers and passengers in the parade shouting “ f**k Black lives ” and labeling her a “ c**t ” as they moved through Alamance County near Elon , North Carolina .
As participants in the pro-Trump caravan of cars drove by Squire and various bystanders they can be seen pointing to her Black Lives Matter sign and exclaiming , “ no they f**king don ’ t , b**ch.
” The parade in support of the president took place near Elon University but was condemned by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
“ Go back to your home , c**t , ” another motorist in the pro-Trump parade can be heard as they honked and sped through an intersection in vehicles decked out with Trump 2020 campaign flags .
“ White power , confederate power !
” Elon News Network also published video footage that showed paraders shouting slurs and other obscenities at onlookers .
Listen : I ’ m not sure how the Young Republicans of N.C. Trump supporters are expecting us to look at these videos and make distinctions between their group @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to organize their event with .
In my humble opinion , they all look like “ very fine people.
” The question all these “ not racist ” Trump supporters need to ask themselves is this : If all these neo-Nazis , white nationalists and other Klan-like organizations share your political views , what does that say about you ?

I imagine it must be inconvenient for Trumpsters who swear to Has-a-Black-Friend-Jesus that not all Trump supporters are racist, that nearly every loud and proud bigot who ends up getting widespread attention for one reason or another turns out to be a raging MAGA enthusiast. I, for one, can not imagine what it is about the jack-o’lantern-in-chief that attracts such a strong neo-Nazi following. It’s a whole mystery.
Anyway, in Alamance County, N.C., a caravan of flag-humping Trump-wavers (I said that backwards but I feel like it still works) drove through the streets Saturday in a parade organized by local racist ass motherfuckers pro-Trump citizens.
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Newsweek reports that the event was put together by the Alamance County Taking Back Alamance County (ACTBAC) group and the Young Republicans of N.C. Of course, the Young Republicans are now trying to distance themselves from ACTBAC and not just because what their acronym stands for “ sounds redundant and stupid as fuck.” Turns out the ACTBAC—which t he Southern Poverty Law Center has classified as a “neo-Confederate hate group,” according to Newsweek—are *gasp* a bunch of racist morons.
From Newsweek:
Local Black Lives Matter supporter Megan Squire recorded the pro-Trump drivers and passengers in the parade shouting “f**k Black lives” and labeling her a “c**t” as they moved through Alamance County near Elon, North Carolina. As participants in the pro-Trump caravan of cars drove by Squire and various bystanders they can be seen pointing to her Black Lives Matter sign and exclaiming, “no they f**king don’t, b**ch.” The parade in support of the president took place near Elon University but was condemned by several students and members of the faculty. “Go back to your home, c**t,” another motorist in the pro-Trump parade can be heard as they honked and sped through an intersection in vehicles decked out with Trump 2020 campaign flags. “White power, confederate power!”
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Elon News Network also published video footage that showed paraders shouting slurs and other obscenities at onlookers.
Listen: I’m not sure how the Young Republicans of N.C. Trump supporters are expecting us to look at these videos and make distinctions between their group and the bigoted Trump supporters they chose to organize their event with. In my humble opinion, they all look like “very fine people.”
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The question all these “not racist” Trump supporters need to ask themselves is this: If all these neo-Nazis, white nationalists and other Klan-like organizations share your political views, what does that say about you?


theroot--2020-09-21--Africa Is Experiencing Some of the Worst Climate Disasters, But the World Watches California Burn. A

Africa Is Experiencing Some of the Worst Climate Disasters, But the World Watches California Burn. America Needs to Lead on Climate Change

Editor ’ s Note : This story is being published as part of Covering Climate Now , a global journalistic collaboration to strengthen coverage of the climate story .
This summer , on my social media feeds , I ’ ve been watching the hellish pictures of California burning , of Louisiana being torn down by hurricanes , of extreme temperature changes hitting Colorado , as these images spread around the globe .
The whole world pays attention when climate disasters hit the U.S. or when the nation faces up to the systemic racism in its society or when it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ climate activist from Uganda and don ’ t have any say in what happens in American politics .
But , people in my country and climate activists around the world are watching , because whether the U.S.—by far the world ’ s biggest historic emitter of carbon dioxide—decides to lead on climate or not , what happens in America will impact all our futures .
While the world watched as California burns , deadly flash floods hit my home city of Kampala .
No one paid very much attention , but countries in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the climate crisis , and events like this are now taking place year-round .
Sudan has declared a state of emergency due to record flooding ; the Nile River rose almost 17.5 meters in places , and more than 100,000 homes have been destroyed .
In East Africa , a plague of locusts threatens the food supply of 20 million people , and extreme weather , including a powerful cyclone season last year , created the wet conditions that fueled the outbreak .
In Southern Africa , drought is threatening millions with food @ @ @ @ @ @ @ death as crop yields plummet .
And yet , money still pours in from abroad to fund the burning of fossil fuels in Africa .
Breaking news : We can not eat coal or drink oil .
These are just a mere handful of examples of what climate change is doing to Africa already .
I started a solo climate strike in January 2019 because I was witnessing people losing their homes , families , and the dreams they had for the future .
I tried to take the message of our suffering @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Switzerland , to encourage action from political and business leaders in the wealthiest , most polluting countries , but I was ignored .
We in the global south are the ones who have been suffering most until now , but it is becoming clear to everyone that no country , no person , will escape the impacts of the climate crisis , no matter how rich .
The climate crisis is also a racist crisis , but not only because your leaders ignore the suffering in countries like mine .
We have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ too , where communities most vulnerable to extreme weather are more likely to be communities of color .
There were the failures to protect these communities before and after Hurricane Katrina and the fact that direct pollution from oil and gas facilities disproportionately affects African Americans .
To truly understand this problem , we must listen to the voices of those suffering , both around the world and at home .
Speaking of listening , the last time a sitting president visited Uganda , I was 6 years old .
It was in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ three hours in my country .
People in my country said that the trip was for television audiences back in the United States rather than for Ugandans .
The AIDS crisis was the focus of the visit , though the Bush administration had just cut the relief package that was meant to help fight that epidemic .
It feels strange now to think of a time when the problems of one country could be treated as a photo opportunity , separated so easily from political priorities at home .
COVID-19 has underlined the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Like the climate crisis , COVID-19 affects everyone .
But also , like the climate crisis , it is hitting people of color and people in developing countries the hardest , and like the climate crisis , the lack of international leadership has cost us time and countless lives .
Youth climate activists around the world are desperate to see leadership on the climate crisis .
We have been praised over the past two years for “ standing up for our future ” by precisely the people who refuse to do so @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will strike around the world again this Sept. 25 , but we don ’ t have time to wait until we are old enough to replace the people in power today .
The climate crisis is here , and we have such little time to avoid locking in the worst consequences .
We , and the world , have been watching the U.S. this summer as it wrestles with incredibly uncomfortable truths about racial injustice and global heating , but being at the center of the international spotlight is also a chance to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ build back our economies and our societies so that they are greener , more just , and more resilient after COVID-19 is one that needs to be taken in 2020 .
There is no time left to waste .
Vanessa Nakate is a 23-year-old climate activist from Uganda .
She began a solo strike for the climate in her home town of Kampala in January 2019 after witnessing the impacts of the climate crisis first hand .

Editor’s Note: This story is being published as part of Covering Climate Now, a global journalistic collaboration to strengthen coverage of the climate story.
This summer, on my social media feeds, I’ve been watching the hellish pictures of California burning, of Louisiana being torn down by hurricanes, of extreme temperature changes hitting Colorado, as these images spread around the globe. The whole world pays attention when climate disasters hit the U.S. or when the nation faces up to the systemic racism in its society or when it elects a president. I am a climate activist from Uganda and don’t have any say in what happens in American politics. But, people in my country and climate activists around the world are watching, because whether the U.S.—by far the world’s biggest historic emitter of carbon dioxide—decides to lead on climate or not, what happens in America will impact all our futures.
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While the world watched as California burns , deadly flash floods hit my home city of Kampala. No one paid very much attention, but countries in Africa are on the front lines of the climate crisis, and events like this are now taking place year-round. Sudan has declared a state of emergency due to record flooding; the Nile River rose almost 17.5 meters in places, and more than 100,000 homes have been destroyed. In East Africa, a plague of locusts threatens the food supply of 20 million people, and extreme weather, including a powerful cyclone season last year, created the wet conditions that fueled the outbreak. In Southern Africa, drought is threatening millions with food shortages; many are facing starvation and death as crop yields plummet. And yet, money still pours in from abroad to fund the burning of fossil fuels in Africa. Breaking news: We cannot eat coal or drink oil.
These are just a mere handful of examples of what climate change is doing to Africa already. I started a solo climate strike in January 2019 because I was witnessing people losing their homes, families, and the dreams they had for the future. I tried to take the message of our suffering to the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, to encourage action from political and business leaders in the wealthiest, most polluting countries, but I was ignored. We in the global south are the ones who have been suffering most until now, but it is becoming clear to everyone that no country, no person, will escape the impacts of the climate crisis, no matter how rich.
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The climate crisis is also a racist crisis, but not only because your leaders ignore the suffering in countries like mine. We have seen it in the United States, too, where communities most vulnerable to extreme weather are more likely to be communities of color. There were the failures to protect these communities before and after Hurricane Katrina and the fact that direct pollution from oil and gas facilities disproportionately affects African Americans. To truly understand this problem, we must listen to the voices of those suffering, both around the world and at home.
Speaking of listening, the last time a sitting president visited Uganda, I was 6 years old. It was in 2003, and George W. Bush spent three hours in my country. People in my country said that the trip was for television audiences back in the United States rather than for Ugandans. The AIDS crisis was the focus of the visit, though the Bush administration had just cut the relief package that was meant to help fight that epidemic. It feels strange now to think of a time when the problems of one country could be treated as a photo opportunity, separated so easily from political priorities at home. COVID-19 has underlined the reality of our times of global crises. Like the climate crisis, COVID-19 affects everyone. But also, like the climate crisis, it is hitting people of color and people in developing countries the hardest, and like the climate crisis, the lack of international leadership has cost us time and countless lives.
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Youth climate activists around the world are desperate to see leadership on the climate crisis. We have been praised over the past two years for “standing up for our future” by precisely the people who refuse to do so for us. The youth climate movement will strike around the world again this Sept. 25, but we don’t have time to wait until we are old enough to replace the people in power today. The climate crisis is here, and we have such little time to avoid locking in the worst consequences. We, and the world, have been watching the U.S. this summer as it wrestles with incredibly uncomfortable truths about racial injustice and global heating, but being at the center of the international spotlight is also a chance to inspire and lead. The chance to build back our economies and our societies so that they are greener, more just, and more resilient after COVID-19 is one that needs to be taken in 2020. There is no time left to waste.
Vanessa Nakate is a 23-year-old climate activist from Uganda. She began a solo strike for the climate in her home town of Kampala in January 2019 after witnessing the impacts of the climate crisis first hand.


theroot--2020-09-21--Well, This Is Major: Jonathan Majors Covers October's GQ

There are many qualities to love in HBO ’ s Lovecraft Country .
There ’ s the centering—and survival—of Black characters and other nonwhites in the horror/fantasy genre ; there ’ s the magnificent acting ; there are the jaw-dropping special effects and period costuming ; not to mention the historically relevant Easter eggs peppered throughout .
It ’ s no wonder showrunner and co-creator Misha Green is one of our 2020 Root 100 honorees ; the show is like nothing we ’ ve ever seen before .
Something else we ’ ve never seen before ?
A hero like @ @ @ @ @ @ @ played by Jonathan Majors .
Built like an action figure with soulful eyes and a mercurial yet magnetic personality , Majors , who describes himself as “ highly physical , ” is as easily as enigmatic and enticing as any episode ’ s plotline .
This is especially true considering that in each episode , we ’ re treated to glimpses of his incredible arms—and then , there are those love scenes , which , well ... whew .
So it was with no small amount of delight that we discovered Majors is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Shaniqwa Jarvis , no less—for an issue rightly titled the “ Quality Issue ” ( because , yes , he is ) .
In the issue , Majors discusses his dedicated and deeply spiritual journey into acting—which has , as of late , resulted in a recent string of high-profile projects , including Lovecraft , mentor Spike Lee ’ s Da 5 Bloods , and the upcoming The Harder They Fall , alongside Idris Elba .
Obviously , progress on the production , like many others , was affected by the outbreak of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ philosophical about in his cover story .
“ There ’ s a COVID test , and it ’ s not what you think , ” Majors says .
“ It ’ s not a matter of are you positive or negative for COVID , but how are you going to make it through this moment ?
” I mean , I ’ d just planned on watching Lovecraft on a loop until I understood what the hell was going on , but I think he ’ s asking us to dig deeper .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ growing up poor just outside of Dallas ( “ My shit was raggedy , man , ” he says .
“ Payless and hand-me-downs ” ) , he related to the Jim Crow-era terror of the series deeply .
“ It ’ s almost as if Texas was happening in Lovecraft Country , ” he tells GQ .
“ You get pulled over by the cops .
They harass you .
They call you a nigger .
They make you call yourself a nigger , in front of the girl you ’ ve @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be like the worst day in Texas .
I ’ ve experienced that day.
” Perhaps that ’ s why Majors found himself at the ready when conversations about racial injustice once again reached the forefront of our national conversation earlier this year .
“ This is our war right now , ” says Majors .
“ And I feel very activated , and kind of enlisted.
” To hear him tell it , Majors ’ greatest weapon may well be his art .
“ We ’ ve hit a point where we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” he says .
“ We want the narrative to be told .
We want it to be truthful .
The age of authenticity is upon us now.
” “ We got the ball now , ” he adds .
“ I don ’ t give a fuck how you get in the door .
Rob , steal , kill , hook , crook , whatever you got to do .
And you ’ re in there , you ’ re in now .
Go to work .
Make it undeniable .
It @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stay bold .
To continue the protest , continue the year of authenticity .
”

Maiysha Kai on The Glow Up, shared by Maiysha Kai to The Root

There are many qualities to love in HBO’s Lovecraft Country. There’s the centering—and survival—of Black characters and other nonwhites in the horror/fantasy genre; there’s the magnificent acting; there are the jaw-dropping special effects and period costuming; not to mention the historically relevant Easter eggs peppered throughout. It’s no wonder showrunner and co-creator Misha Green is one of our 2020 Root 100 honorees; the show is like nothing we’ve ever seen before.
Something else we’ve never seen before? A hero like Atticus “Tic” Freeman, as played by Jonathan Majors. Built like an action figure with soulful eyes and a mercurial yet magnetic personality, Majors, who describes himself as “highly physical,” is as easily as enigmatic and enticing as any episode’s plotline. This is especially true considering that in each episode, we’re treated to glimpses of his incredible arms—and then, there are those love scenes, which, well...whew.
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So it was with no small amount of delight that we discovered Majors is GQ’s October cover star—photographed by Shaniqwa Jarvis, no less—for an issue rightly titled the “Quality Issue” (because, yes, he is).
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In the issue, Majors discusses his dedicated and deeply spiritual journey into acting—which has, as of late, resulted in a recent string of high-profile projects, including Lovecraft, mentor Spike Lee’s Da 5 Bloods, and the upcoming The Harder They Fall, alongside Idris Elba. Obviously, progress on the production, like many others, was affected by the outbreak of COVID-19; a catastrophe Majors is somewhat philosophical about in his cover story.
“There’s a COVID test, and it’s not what you think,” Majors says. “It’s not a matter of are you positive or negative for COVID, but how are you going to make it through this moment?”
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I mean, I’d just planned on watching Lovecraft on a loop until I understood what the hell was going on, but I think he’s asking us to dig deeper. In fact, Majors discloses that after growing up poor just outside of Dallas (“My shit was raggedy, man,” he says. “Payless and hand-me-downs”), he related to the Jim Crow-era terror of the series deeply.
“It’s almost as if Texas was happening in Lovecraft Country,” he tells GQ. “You get pulled over by the cops. They harass you. They call you a nigger. They make you call yourself a nigger, in front of the girl you’ve got a crush on. It would be like the worst day in Texas. I’ve experienced that day.”
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Perhaps that’s why Majors found himself at the ready when conversations about racial injustice once again reached the forefront of our national conversation earlier this year. “This is our war right now,” says Majors. “And I feel very activated, and kind of enlisted.”
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To hear him tell it, Majors’ greatest weapon may well be his art. “We’ve hit a point where we’re all kind of hungry,” he says. “We want the narrative to be told. We want it to be truthful. The age of authenticity is upon us now.”
“We got the ball now,” he adds. “I don’t give a fuck how you get in the door. Rob, steal, kill, hook, crook, whatever you got to do. And you’re in there, you’re in now. Go to work. Make it undeniable. It’s our job as artists to stay bold. To continue the protest, continue the year of authenticity.”


theroot--2020-09-21--Florida Gov. Just Made It Easy for Drivers to Run Over Black Lives Matter Protesters

If the Devil hawked a loogie and that mound of phlegm grew feet and arms it would be Florida Gov .
Ron DeSantis .
He might be the only man in politics who is literally dumber than Trump .
Trust me , I know exactly what I ’ m saying .
In a move that can only be called “ Am I doing it right , Daddy ?
” DeSantis just introduced legislation that will make peaceful protesting more difficult because he wants nothing more than a pat on his head from someone , anyone , in the Trump administration @ @ @ @ @ @ @ briefing at the Polk County Sheriff ’ s Office the bill would charge protesters with felonies for damaging property and inflicting injuries , as well as sentence them to mandatory jail time for hitting a law enforcement officer .
The bill , which state lawmakers will consider during next year ’ s legislative session , would also bar protesters who commit crimes from receiving state benefits or working for the state .
“ We ’ re not going to go down the road that other places have gone , ” DeSantis said .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ you know that a ton of bricks will rain down on you , then I think people will think twice about engaging in this type of conduct.
” The bill would also allow drivers to no longer be liable for injuries or death caused in fleeing to safety from a mob .
Yep , you read that correctly .
Oh , and if you organize or fund a protest that happens to turn violent because armed men with gas masks and weapons are there and paid for with tax dollars , then you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the infamous mob law that argues that an individual is a part of a corrupt organization .
Despite the majority of protests being peaceful , DeSantis and his father President Trump have insisted that the problem isn ’ t the police killings of unarmed Black people but rather the senseless murders of statues and property .
DeSantis ’ fuckboi bill would also “ block Florida localities that defund police from receiving state grants , ” Politico reports .
“ If you own a business and someone is looting your business , you ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” Simpson said .
“ They deserve the backing to the fullest extent of the law.
” This further proves the widely held belief that America loves everything but Black lives .

If the Devil hawked a loogie and that mound of phlegm grew feet and arms it would be Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis. He might be the only man in politics who is literally dumber than Trump.
Trust me, I know exactly what I’m saying.
In a move that can only be called “Am I doing it right, Daddy?” DeSantis just introduced legislation that will make peaceful protesting more difficult because he wants nothing more than a pat on his head from someone, anyone, in the Trump administration.
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From Politico:
DeSantis told reporters during a news briefing at the Polk County Sheriff’s Office the bill would charge protesters with felonies for damaging property and inflicting injuries, as well as sentence them to mandatory jail time for hitting a law enforcement officer. The bill, which state lawmakers will consider during next year’s legislative session, would also bar protesters who commit crimes from receiving state benefits or working for the state. “We’re not going to go down the road that other places have gone,” DeSantis said. “If you do it, and you know that a ton of bricks will rain down on you, then I think people will think twice about engaging in this type of conduct.”
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The bill would also allow drivers to no longer be liable for injuries or death caused in fleeing to safety from a mob. Yep, you read that correctly. Oh, and if you organize or fund a protest that happens to turn violent because armed men with gas masks and weapons are there and paid for with tax dollars, then you could be charged with RICO liability—yes, the infamous mob law that argues that an individual is a part of a corrupt organization.
Despite the majority of protests being peaceful, DeSantis and his father President Trump have insisted that the problem isn’t the police killings of unarmed Black people but rather the senseless murders of statues and property.
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DeSantis’ fuckboi bill would also “block Florida localities that defund police from receiving state grants,” Politico reports.
“If you own a business and someone is looting your business, you’re going to call law enforcement,” Simpson said. “They deserve the backing to the fullest extent of the law.”
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This further proves the widely held belief that America loves everything but Black lives.


theroot--2020-09-21--The 10 Best Deals of September 21, 2020

The 10 Best Deals of September 21, 2020

It ’ s September 21 , and we at Kinja Deals are celebrating Zendaya ’ s Emmy win with DEALS on DEALS on DEALS , so you can too !
Create a Euphoria-themed photoshoot in the car with Vava ’ s 108op d ash c am .
Film your next bike ride through East Highland with a VTe ch Kidizoom a ction c am .
Rewatch the first season on an upgraded Samsung s mart TV .
However you choose to celebrate , we ’ re here to help !
If you ’ re still craving more Rue-inspired deals , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ overall .
If you can even find it in stock , Samsung ’ s 75 '' QLED Q60 is still runs close to its $ 1,500 MSPR in most places , but today only , Samsung is rocking the cheapest price at $ 1,200 , a $ 300 cut .
This massive 2019 set has Samsung ’ s smart TV platform with OneRemote , which gives you voice control for your TV and smart home with Amazon Alexa , Google Assistant , or Samsung ’ s own Bixby .
More than that , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ impressive in the 4K market .
Samsung ’ s quantum dot LED panels support Samsung ’ s HDR10+ technology , which offers scene-by-scene picture optimization in select supported content .
This TV also has Samsung ’ s REal Game Enhancer , which is a fancier term for the frame-synching technology AMD FreeSync .
You ’ ll have a smoother gaming experience on supported PCs and consoles as a result .
This deal was originally posted by Quentyn Kennemer .
Some games just can ’ t be played on anything other than a GameCube @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you , Super Smash Bros .
Ultimate .
If you can ’ t find an adapter for your old GameCube controller to use on the Nintendo Switch and you ’ re not an insufferable purist , give PowerA ’ s wireless controller a shot , which sits at $ 42 on Amazon right no as part of its Big Fall Sale .
It ’ s a little ordinary in black , but some people like that , and PowerA does well to preserve the classic GameCube feel by staying true to the buttons @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lasts 30 hours on just two AA batteries , so you should never have to suffer gaming downtime with a set of rechargeables rotating in and out .
The only downside is you ’ ll be missing out on rumble and any features that require NFC , such as amiibo .
It ’ s also Bluetooth , so PC use is fair game .
This deal was originally published by Quentyn Kennemer .
If your little one ’ s been listening to Ska , asking you to buy them Etnies , and telling @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in real life , well , they ’ re probably just playing Tony Hawk ’ s Pro Skater 1 + 2 .
Before long , they ’ ll want to start filming their tricks as evidence to their classmates they can do an ollie .
We ’ ve all been there .
The good news is you don ’ t have to spend a lot on an action cam to help them make their pro skater dream a reality—the VTech Kidizoom action cam is a mere $ 42 today as part of Amazon @ @ @ @ @ @ @ $ 17 from the $ 60 list price .
In addition to capturing 640 x 480 SHD video , the Kidizoom rocks a 1.4 '' LCD screen to play back your kid ’ s sickest moves .
While the Kidizoom includes a microSD slot for up to 32GB of storage , you will need to buy the memory card itself .
I recommend this one from SanDisk , which hits the sweet spot between quality and value .
With it and the built-in li-ion polymer battery combined , you can expect a steady @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Dual mounts make it possible to attach the camera not only to skateboards but bikes and other recreational outdoor gear , including snowboards , thanks to the bundled waterproof case .
When equipped , the Kidizoom can survive up to 6 feet underwater .
Transferring the photos and videos taken on the device is as easy as plugging it into a computer via the microUSB cable found in the box .
Treat your youngin ’ to their very own kid-proof camera while it ’ s still on sale .
This deal was originally @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in March where everyone was buying toilet paper like it was their job and it was actually going to protect them against Covid-19 ?
Yeah , me too .
Well , if you still feel like stacking up , you Amazon Commercial is offering 80 rolls of toilet paper as a part of their fall sale for $ 46 .
I don ’ t know what you ’ re going to do with 80 rolls , but I ’ m sure you ’ ll find a use for it , especially if you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wipes your ass .
But , if you are feeling picky , Amazon is offering a Bio Bidet for a low , low $ 27 with a clipped coupon .
Apparently you don ’ t need a plumber to install this bad boy and you can get dual nozzle spray options for a clean backside .
Nothing more to say really .
Just practice good hygiene .
This deal was originally published by Ignacia Fulcher .
Making the most delicious smoothie is an art .
Not only do you have to worry about @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the work of achieving the right balance .
But there ’ s also the endeavor of blending it all to perfection .
Ninja is one of if not the best at this .
Today take $ 20 off on their Nutri Auto-IQ Blender and never worry about messing up a smoothie or shake again .
The Auto-IQ tech ensures the pro extractor blades for extracting the vitamins and nutrients you ’ re going through all this for .
In the quest to get the most elite blend of veggies , fruits , and/or @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in your concoctions .
The 1000 watt motor helps with that and the high speed can liquefy pretty much anything in seconds .
The Ninja is easy to clean and comes with everything you need on your journey to fruit fusion .
You ’ ll get the eighteen ounce Nutri Ninja cup , a twenty-four ounce Nutri Ninja cup , two sip & seal lids , and an instruction book full of recipes to get you started so you ’ ll never be without ideas .
This deal was originally published by Sheilah @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for a way to sizzle your veggies and other foods , look no further than the CSK 11 '' Frying Pan , down to $ 29 with a clipped coupon code .
It ’ s compatible with all kinds of stovetops and can withstand heat up to 428 degrees .
Grab it before it ’ s gone .
( If this doesn ’ t tickle your fancy , I would check out my roundup of non-stick skillets here ) .
This deal was originally published by Ignacia Fulcher .
I know dashcams are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ never really understood exactly how useful they are until I saw one in action .
Last week a biker hit my pal ’ s car head-on while he was at a stoplight .
While the footage was unpleasant it helped him and the police see exactly where the guy came from and how he cut across lanes of traffic and just didn ’ t even seen that the light was red and traffic was stopped .
This morning you can grab this Vava 1080P 3 '' Dash Cam and protect you and those @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The Vava Dashcam has a wide viewing angle with crisp quality even in high-speed driving .
The wide recording angle and LCD screen can capture the whole road with a clear definition .
The built-in battery lets the cam monitor your car 24/7 .
It ’ s got a G-senor which automatically locks , saves video upon collision , and can ’ t be overwritten .
It ’ s small enough to not obstruct your view of the road but powerful enough to still get a full scope .
It includes everything @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as you open the box : 8GB SD card , charger , window mount , and prybar .
Peace of mind at 70 % off .
If you ’ ve read a few of our pieces on SideDeal before and you like what you ’ ve seen they offer a $ 5 monthly fee to get free shipping on all of your orders no matter how many .
Otherwise , it ’ s a flat rate of $ 8 .
This deal was originally published by Sheilah Villari .
When I asked our @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for my next cordless vacuum , Bissell stood out as an affordable alternative to premium brands like Dyson and , well , let ’ s face it , Dyson and Dyson .
And while neither of these is cordless , the Bissell upright vacuum and hard floor mop cleaners are both on sale today , for $ 170 and $ 100 , respectively .
The former emphasizes pet hair cleanup , with a tangle-free brush roll said to mitigate hair wrap stuckage .
Bissell even donates a portion of their proceeds to the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an end to pet homelessness once and for all .
The same goes for the hard floor mop , which intuitively and nigh-automatically scrubs up the dirt and grim vacuum cleaners tend to miss .
The perfect pairing for a fall deep-clean , both utilities take some of the load off your weekly housekeeping chores , ensuring greater discipline in sticking to a routine .
For those of us who ’ ve gotten lazy in quarantine , believe me , you ’ re not alone .
The boxes , kitty litter , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as well , and I could probably use more robust tools to eliminate some of the befoulment .
If you ’ re in the same boat , consider these big-ticket items from Amazon ’ s Big Fall Sale .
Keep in mind , this deal won ’ t last beyond this week , so snap it up while supplies last .
Otherwise they ’ ll be gone before you know it .
This deal was originally published by Gabe Carey .
One of the best Batman renditions of all time , you can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Series on Blu-ray for just $ 38 .
Between the original animated series and The New Batman Adventures , you ’ ll get 12 discs packed with 106 episodes of animated Batman , which somehow gets more respect as a cartoon than Val Kilmer ’ s masterful performance in Batman Forever ever will .
( Don ’ t fight me on this ! )
You ’ ll also get a digital copy to go along with the Blu-rays .
This deal was originally published by Quentyn Kennemer .
Yep , I ’ m @ @ @ @ @ @ @ all are .
Even a Tesla-filled Christmas couldn ’ t save 2020 for me .
I don ’ t often wear my emotions on my sleeve , but technically , this Animal Crossing Tom Nook beanie goes on my head , and it says oh so much without a peep required of me .
The best part is you ’ ll get his cute little nose to show no matter which style you prefer to wear it .
Only $ 13 at Amazon after a $ 6 discount .
This deal was originally @ @ @ @ @

Juliana Clark on Kinja Deals, shared by Gabe Carey to The Root

Monday’s Best Deals | Kinja Deals
It’s September 21, and we at Kinja Deals are celebrating Zendaya’s Emmy win with DEALS on DEALS on DEALS, so you can too!
Create a Euphoria-themed photoshoot in the car with Vava’s 108op d ash c am. Film your next bike ride through East Highland with a VTe ch Kidizoom a ction c am. Rewatch the first season on an upgraded Samsung s mart TV. However you choose to celebrate, we’re here to help!
If you’re still craving more Rue-inspired deals, check out Monday’s best deals overall.
#1: samsung 75" QLED Smart TV
If you can even find it in stock, Samsung’s 75" QLED Q60 is still runs close to its $1,500 MSPR in most places, but today only, Samsung is rocking the cheapest price at $1,200, a $300 cut. This massive 2019 set has Samsung’s smart TV platform with OneRemote, which gives you voice control for your TV and smart home with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, or Samsung’s own Bixby.
More than that, this QLED set is among the most impressive in the 4K market. Samsung’s quantum dot LED panels support Samsung’s HDR10+ technology, which offers scene-by-scene picture optimization in select supported content. This TV also has Samsung’s REal Game Enhancer, which is a fancier term for the frame-synching technology AMD FreeSync. You’ll have a smoother gaming experience on supported PCs and consoles as a result.
This deal was originally posted by Quentyn Kennemer.
#2: PowerA’s Gamecube-style controller for Nintendo Switch
Some games just can’t be played on anything other than a GameCube controller. We’re looking at you, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. If you can’t find an adapter for your old GameCube controller to use on the Nintendo Switch and you’re not an insufferable purist, give PowerA’s wireless controller a shot, which sits at $42 on Amazon right no as part of its Big Fall Sale.
It’s a little ordinary in black, but some people like that, and PowerA does well to preserve the classic GameCube feel by staying true to the buttons’ original colors. Plus, it lasts 30 hours on just two AA batteries, so you should never have to suffer gaming downtime with a set of rechargeables rotating in and out. The only downside is you’ll be missing out on rumble and any features that require NFC, such as amiibo. It’s also Bluetooth, so PC use is fair game.
This deal was originally published by Quentyn Kennemer.
#3: VTech Kidizoom Action camera
If your little one’s been listening to Ska, asking you to buy them Etnies, and telling their friends they can do a manual in real life, well, they’re probably just playing Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 + 2. Before long, they’ll want to start filming their tricks as evidence to their classmates they can do an ollie. We’ve all been there. The good news is you don’t have to spend a lot on an action cam to help them make their pro skater dream a reality—the VTech Kidizoom action cam is a mere $42 today as part of Amazon’s fall blowout sale, down $17 from the $60 list price. In addition to capturing 640 x 480 SHD video, the Kidizoom rocks a 1.4" LCD screen to play back your kid’s sickest moves.
While the Kidizoom includes a microSD slot for up to 32GB of storage, you will need to buy the memory card itself. I recommend this one from SanDisk, which hits the sweet spot between quality and value. With it and the built-in li-ion polymer battery combined, you can expect a steady 2.5 hours of recording/still photography time. Dual mounts make it possible to attach the camera not only to skateboards but bikes and other recreational outdoor gear, including snowboards, thanks to the bundled waterproof case. When equipped, the Kidizoom can survive up to 6 feet underwater. Transferring the photos and videos taken on the device is as easy as plugging it into a computer via the microUSB cable found in the box. Treat your youngin’ to their very own kid-proof camera while it’s still on sale.
This deal was originally published by Gabe Carey.
#4: Toilet Paper 80-Pack or bio Bidet
Remember back in March where everyone was buying toilet paper like it was their job and it was actually going to protect them against Covid-19? Yeah, me too. Well, if you still feel like stacking up, you Amazon Commercial is offering 80 rolls of toilet paper as a part of their fall sale for $46. I don’t know what you’re going to do with 80 rolls, but I’m sure you’ll find a use for it, especially if you’re not picky about what exactly wipes your ass.
But, if you are feeling picky, Amazon is offering a Bio Bidet for a low, low $27 with a clipped coupon. Apparently you don’t need a plumber to install this bad boy and you can get dual nozzle spray options for a clean backside. Nothing more to say really. Just practice good hygiene.
This deal was originally published by Ignacia Fulcher.
#5: Ninja Nutri Auto-IQ Blender
Making the most delicious smoothie is an art. Not only do you have to worry about the freshest best ingredients there’s the work of achieving the right balance. But there’s also the endeavor of blending it all to perfection. Ninja is one of if not the best at this. Today take $20 off on their Nutri Auto-IQ Blender and never worry about messing up a smoothie or shake again.
The Auto-IQ tech ensures the pro extractor blades for extracting the vitamins and nutrients you’re going through all this for. In the quest to get the most elite blend of veggies, fruits, and/or protein powders taste and fusion are important in your concoctions. The 1000 watt motor helps with that and the high speed can liquefy pretty much anything in seconds. The Ninja is easy to clean and comes with everything you need on your journey to fruit fusion. You’ll get the eighteen ounce Nutri Ninja cup, a twenty-four ounce Nutri Ninja cup, two sip & seal lids, and an instruction book full of recipes to get you started so you’ll never be without ideas.
Free one-day shipping for Prime members.
This deal was originally published by Sheilah Villari.
#6: Granite Frying Pan
If you’re looking for a way to sizzle your veggies and other foods, look no further than the CSK 11" Frying Pan, down to $29 with a clipped coupon code. It’s compatible with all kinds of stovetops and can withstand heat up to 428 degrees. Grab it before it’s gone.
(If this doesn’t tickle your fancy, I would check out my roundup of non-stick skillets here).
This deal was originally published by Ignacia Fulcher.
#7: Vava 1080p Dash cam
I know dashcams are popular for a number of reasons but never really understood exactly how useful they are until I saw one in action. Last week a biker hit my pal’s car head-on while he was at a stoplight. While the footage was unpleasant it helped him and the police see exactly where the guy came from and how he cut across lanes of traffic and just didn’t even seen that the light was red and traffic was stopped. This morning you can grab this Vava 1080P 3" Dash Cam and protect you and those around you no matter where you travel.
The Vava Dashcam has a wide viewing angle with crisp quality even in high-speed driving. The wide recording angle and LCD screen can capture the whole road with a clear definition. The built-in battery lets the cam monitor your car 24/7. It’s got a G-senor which automatically locks, saves video upon collision, and can’t be overwritten. It’s small enough to not obstruct your view of the road but powerful enough to still get a full scope. It includes everything you need to start surveillance as soon as you open the box: 8GB SD card, charger, window mount, and prybar. Peace of mind at 70% off.
If you’ve read a few of our pieces on SideDeal before and you like what you’ve seen they offer a $5 monthly fee to get free shipping on all of your orders no matter how many. Otherwise, it’s a flat rate of $8.
This deal was originally published by Sheilah Villari.
#8: Bissell upright vacuum and mop
When I asked our readers back in June their buying advice for my next cordless vacuum, Bissell stood out as an affordable alternative to premium brands like Dyson and, well, let’s face it, Dyson and Dyson. And while neither of these is cordless, the Bissell upright vacuum and hard floor mop cleaners are both on sale today, for $170 and $100, respectively. The former emphasizes pet hair cleanup, with a tangle-free brush roll said to mitigate hair wrap stuckage. Bissell even donates a portion of their proceeds to the Pet Foundation in its efforts to put an end to pet homelessness once and for all. The same goes for the hard floor mop, which intuitively and nigh-automatically scrubs up the dirt and grim vacuum cleaners tend to miss.
The perfect pairing for a fall deep-clean, both utilities take some of the load off your weekly housekeeping chores, ensuring greater discipline in sticking to a routine. For those of us who’ve gotten lazy in quarantine, believe me, you’re not alone. The boxes, kitty litter, and pet hair are pervasive in my apartment as well, and I could probably use more robust tools to eliminate some of the befoulment. If you’re in the same boat, consider these big-ticket items from Amazon’s Big Fall Sale. Keep in mind, this deal won’t last beyond this week, so snap it up while supplies last. Otherwise they’ll be gone before you know it.
This deal was originally published by Gabe Carey.
#9: Batman Beyond Blu-ray
One of the best Batman renditions of all time, you can now score Batman Beyond: The Complete Series on Blu-ray for just $38. Between the original animated series and The New Batman Adventures, you’ll get 12 discs packed with 106 episodes of animated Batman, which somehow gets more respect as a cartoon than Val Kilmer’s masterful performance in Batman Forever ever will. (Don’t fight me on this!) You’ll also get a digital copy to go along with the Blu-rays.
This deal was originally published by Quentyn Kennemer.
#10: animal crossing Tom nook Beanie
Yep, I’m just over it. I think we all are. Even a Tesla-filled Christmas couldn’t save 2020 for me. I don’t often wear my emotions on my sleeve, but technically, this Animal Crossing Tom Nook beanie goes on my head, and it says oh so much without a peep required of me. The best part is you’ll get his cute little nose to show no matter which style you prefer to wear it. Only $13 at Amazon after a $6 discount.
This deal was originally published by Quentyn Kennemer.