theroot--2020-05-11--Maryland Inmate Who Was Granted Parole Twice but Denied by Governors Has COVID-19

Eraina Pretty , Maryland ’ s longest-incarcerated woman , has spent 42 years of her 60-year sentence behind bars for a violent crime .
Since she ’ s been in prison , Pretty has acted as a mentor to fellow inmates and has been approved for parole twice by the Maryland Parole Commission only to be denied her freedom by two of the state ’ s governors .
Now , the 60-year-old has been diagnosed with COVID-19 and her daughter , with the help of representatives from the University of Maryland School of Law , is seeking her release .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ and abused as a girl , according to her advocates .
In early 1978 , at age 18 , Pretty became involved with a man , five years her senior , who committed two separate but equally hideous crimes : the robberies and execution-style killings of Preston Cornish , a social worker , and Louis Thomas , the owner of an all-night grocery store and the father of four children .
Pretty did not do the shootings , her boyfriend did .
But Baltimore prosecutors said Pretty was party to both crimes : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the Cornish case and , two months later , helped set up the armed robbery that ended with Thomas ’ s murder in his Reisterstown Road store .
Later that year , Pretty , her boyfriend and her boyfriend ’ s accomplice pleaded guilty to first-degree murder and other charges .
Each received sentences of life plus 15 years .
Pretty has been in the Maryland Correctional Institution for Women in Jessup ever since .
Pretty ’ s daughter , Kecha Dunn , said she found out about her mother ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with the prison ’ s warden .
Dunn has teamed up with Professor Leigh Goodmark and attorney Lila Meadows in urging Gov .
Larry Hogan—one of two governors who previously rejected the parole board ’ s approval of Pretty ’ s release—to commute her sentence .
“ We are submitting a request to the governor asking that he commute Ms.
Pretty ’ s sentence and release her , ” Goodmark said .
“ The governor can grant that request on his own at any time .
We continue to be very concerned about @ @ @ @ @ @ @ why either governor denied Pretty parole in the first place , but , apparently , it happens often .
In Maryland , the governor can reject a parole commission recommendation that a man or woman serving life be released .
It has happened a lot .
Some , if not most , of the men on the 50-plus list I mentioned at the start probably were recommended for parole at some point but rejected by governors .
Amid reports of the coronavirus spreading in Maryland prisons , Hogan ordered the commission to speed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and over who were convicted of non-violent crimes .
Pretty isn ’ t eligible for release under that order because she was convicted of a violent crime , but one would think that after a parole board cleared her for release—not once , but twice—she would be an obvious candidate for special consideration .
In fact , Pretty has been praised by fellow inmates—including some who have been paroled—who say they are “ grateful for Pretty ’ s guidance behind bars , ” as well as a former warden who lauded Pretty for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” according to the Sun .
Pretty ’ s prison record shows that she ’ s committed only three rules infractions in the 42 years that she ’ s been in prison .

Eraina Pretty, Maryland’s longest-incarcerated woman, has spent 42 years of her 60-year sentence behind bars for a violent crime. Since she’s been in prison, Pretty has acted as a mentor to fellow inmates and has been approved for parole twice by the Maryland Parole Commission only to be denied her freedom by two of the state’s governors. Now, the 60-year-old has been diagnosed with COVID-19 and her daughter, with the help of representatives from the University of Maryland School of Law, is seeking her release.
From the Baltim ore Sun:
Pretty grew up in Baltimore, poor and abused as a girl, according to her advocates. In early 1978, at age 18, Pretty became involved with a man, five years her senior, who committed two separate but equally hideous crimes: the robberies and execution-style killings of Preston Cornish, a social worker, and Louis Thomas, the owner of an all-night grocery store and the father of four children. Pretty did not do the shootings, her boyfriend did. But Baltimore prosecutors said Pretty was party to both crimes: She allegedly disposed of the murder weapon in the Cornish case and, two months later, helped set up the armed robbery that ended with Thomas’s murder in his Reisterstown Road store. Later that year, Pretty, her boyfriend and her boyfriend’s accomplice pleaded guilty to first-degree murder and other charges. Each received sentences of life plus 15 years. Pretty has been in the Maryland Correctional Institution for Women in Jessup ever since.
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Pretty’s daughter, Kecha Dunn, said she found out about her mother’s diagnosis through Facebook and later confirmed it with the prison’s warden. Dunn has teamed up with Professor Leigh Goodmark and attorney Lila Meadows in urging Gov. Larry Hogan—one of two governors who previously rejected the parole board’s approval of Pretty’s release—to commute her sentence.
“We are submitting a request to the governor asking that he commute Ms. Pretty’s sentence and release her,” Goodmark said. “The governor can grant that request on his own at any time. We continue to be very concerned about her health.”
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It’s unclear why either governor denied Pretty parole in the first place, but, apparently, it happens often.
In Maryland, the governor can reject a parole commission recommendation that a man or woman serving life be released. It has happened a lot. Some, if not most, of the men on the 50-plus list I mentioned at the start probably were recommended for parole at some point but rejected by governors.
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Amid reports of the coronavirus spreading in Maryland prisons, Hogan ordered the commission to speed up consideration for all inmates age 60 and over who were convicted of non-violent crimes. Pretty isn’t eligible for release under that order because she was convicted of a violent crime, but one would think that after a parole board cleared her for release—not once, but twice—she would be an obvious candidate for special consideration.
In fact, Pretty has been praised by fellow inmates—including some who have been paroled—who say they are “grateful for Pretty’s guidance behind bars,” as well as a former warden who lauded Pretty for her “quiet leadership among inmates,” according to the Sun.
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Pretty’s prison record shows that she’s committed only three rules infractions in the 42 years that she’s been in prison.


theroot--2020-05-11--Fill Up on Philips Shavers, Hue Lights, Toothbrushes, Air Fryers, and More—for Less

It ’ s time for the best Philips deals for May 2020 .
You ’ ll find the Philips brand across a variety of products , including smart lighting , electric toothbrushes , shavers , and even baby bottles .
Luckily , all of that stuff also has a strong reputation for quality , so you ’ re likely to get something great when you see the Philips name .
Many of Philips ’ top products are on deep discount right now , and we ’ ve collected today ’ s best Philips deals below .
Have a look !
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ handy kit , which contains the Philips Hue hub and three of the A19 smart bulbs that can be tuned to any color you please .
Hue ’ s colorful bulbs are pricey ; anything cheaper is typically one of the white bulbs instead .
This starter set is $ 11 off the list price right now , making it easy for you to get up and running .
You can even control them with Amazon ’ s Alexa , Apple ’ s HomeKit , and the Google Assistant .
• None Buy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ epic brushing with Philips ’ Sonicare DiamondClean Classic , one of the company ’ s higher-end electric toothbrushes .
It ’ s $ 60 off the list price right now in black , with white and pink colors also available ( check prices on those ) .
It promises to clean your teeth up to seven times better than a manual toothbrush , with multiple brushing settings available .
It also comes with a carrying case and a glass that you can both drink from and charge the toothbrush within .
Handy !
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ 140 This kids ’ edition of the Philips Sonicare toothbrush is notable for more than just its colorful finish , chunkier plastic grip , and cartoonish character images .
It ’ s also meant to be used with a smartphone app , which not only helps encourage good brushing habits in kids but also tracks and rewards their progress .
It ’ s $ 10 off the list price right now at Amazon and available in aqua and pink .
• None Buy it now for $ 40 Philips promises a “ close @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 5100 Electric Shaver Wet & Dry , which sounds pretty great to me .
Even better : it ’ s $ 15 off right now .
The 5-direction flex heads are here to get the job done , and for the hairier individuals out there , the precision trimmer will come in handy too .
• None Buy it now for $ 75 Capable of removing 7x more plaque than a manual brush , your teeth will thank you for snagging this electric toothbrush .
It also has a host of features built @ @ @ @ @ @ @ including an alert that lets you know when you ’ re pressing too hard .
It ’ ll also keep a two minute timer for you with QuadPacer , letting you know when it ’ s time to move to the next quadrant of teeth .
All the while , it keeps track of how long you ’ ve been using your brush head ( and how often you press too hard ) to recommend when to get a new head .
Plaque beware !
• None Buy it now for $ 4 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , it turns out Philips makes an indoor barbecue grill .
The grill is smoke-less , relying instead upon infrared technology to heat the cooking grid .
As a result , the drip dry remains cool underneath , further preventing smoke .
But don ’ t let infrared fool you— the grill heats up quickly to 446 degrees Fahrenheit .
And unlike a regular grill , this Philips indoor grill is not a nightmare to clean .
Just wipe it down or toss it in the dishwasher .
Or bundle the grill with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
• None Buy it now for $ 120 You don ’ t need to spend a bundle to get a Philips Sonicare electric toothbrush .
The company ’ s entry-level rechargeable model promises a 2x improvement in clearing plaque compared to manual brushing .
However , this one ’ s much cheaper than some others—it ’ s half-off right now at $ 20 .
Note that it uses Philips ’ screw-on heads rather than the snap-on versions used by some higher-end models .
• None Buy it now for $ 20 Philips @ @ @ @ @ @ @ smart lights and electric toothbrushes , but the company still makes headphones—and pretty great ones , too , if Amazon customer reviews are to be believed .
The Philips Audio SHP9500 HiFi Precision Stereo Headphones have 50mm neodymium drivers that are angled to match your ear shape , and they ’ re currently down $ 15 from the list price .
• None Buy it now for $ 75 Prepare for an impending infant arrival ( or help a friend or family member get ready ) with the Philips Avent Natural Baby Bottle @ @ @ @ @ @ @ gives you three smaller bottles and two larger ones , along with two additional specialized nipples , seven sealing disks , two pacifiers , and a specialized cleaning brush .
It ’ s knocked down 46 % right now .
• None Buy it now for $ 26 Seeing as air fryers are all the rage these days , I had to find one to include .
And this one by Philips takes the cake at $ 120 off .
If you ’ re out of the loop , air frying uses the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
This method doesn ’ t use oil , resulting in a lot less fat .
And these seem to be popular results seeing as they ’ ve sold over 8 million units .
• None Buy it now for $ 179

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Featured Deal: Philips Hue LED Starter Kit | $179
It’s time for the best Philips deals for August 2020.
You’ll find the Philips brand across a variety of products, including smart lighting, electric toothbrushes, shavers, and even baby bottles. Luckily, all of that stuff also has a strong reputation for quality, so you’re likely to get something great when you see the Philips name.
Many of Philips’ top products are on deep discount right now, and we’ve collected today’s best Philips deals below. Have a look!
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Get the ultimate in home tooth-brushing technology with the Philips Sonicare DiamondClean Smart 9300 rechargeable toothbrush—and yes, there’s an app for that.
In addition to multiple intensity settings and modes, this toothbrush pairs with a mobile app that provides real-time brushing feedback. If you’ve been unsure about your brushing technique, this smart toothbrush could help make a difference. It’s $30 off the list price.
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Get a slick trim without breaking the bank thanks to this Philips Norelco Multigroom All-in-One Trimmer. It’s just $35 from Amazon right now, and comes with 17 attachments (including an ear and nose trimmer) to ensure a clean look throughout. The built-in battery will give you three hours of wireless usage, too.
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This bundle is a great way to get started in the Philips Hue system if you’re looking to bring its vibrant colors into your home. You get a trio of the color-changing Gen 3 LED bulbs, along with the latest-gen Hue Bridge and wireless dimmer switch. Hue deals don’t come very regularly, but this set is $21 off the list price at Amazon.
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Pesky nose hairs popping out and bothering you? No worries: employ the Philips Norelco Nosetrimmer 1000, which at least sounds futuristic and menacing.
In reality, though, it’s just a really basic and useful electric device that can gently clear out your nose hairs, ear hair, and eyebrows in a matter of minutes. This battery-powered trimmer is just $10 at Walmart.
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Prepare for an impending infant (or help a friend or family member get ready) with the Philips Avent Natural Baby Bottle Newborn Starter Gift Set.
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This bundle gives you three smaller bottles and two larger ones, along with two additional specialized nipples, seven sealing disks, two pacifiers, and a specialized cleaning brush. It’s knocked down 40% right now.
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Big fan of soup? Why wouldn’t you be? If you’re keen on making your own soups of all sorts but want to avoid the usual mess that comes along, check out the Philips Soup Maker.
Currently $20 off list at Amazon, it… well, it makes soup. You’ll load in your ingredients, choose the settings, and then it handles the rest: blending and heating, and getting it ready to pour in as little as 18 minutes. It’ll make cold soups and smoothies, too.
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Save $20 on this Walmart-exclusive Philips Norelco 6850 electric shaver, which comes with a pair of handy attachments: a precision trimmer and nose hair trimmer.
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All told, you’ll be able to get a reliably close shave, not to mention a smooth one thanks to the 72 self-sharpening SkinProtect blades and ComfortGlide rings.
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Philips’ TVs aren’t sold too widely these days, but Walmart carries ‘em and is currently offering an excellent deal on this crisp 43” 4K HDR Smart TV. Powered by the Android TV interface, this sizable set is currently $40 off the list price at Walmart.
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Add a couple of handy white bulbs to your Philips Hue smart home array for $5 off the list price right now at Amazon.
These A19 bulbs aren’t the fancy color-changing ones, but Hue bulbs of all types rarely see much of a discount. These can link into the same Hue Hub setup you already have at home, extending the voice- and app-activated illumination into more corners of your space.
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Here’s some serious savings on some serious cans. Philips’ Audio Fidelio X2HD over-ear, open-air headphones are built for hi-res audio, although they’ll also work just fine with streaming music and other sources.
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With 50mm drivers and memory foam earcups, these premium headphones usually cost a bundle… but right now, they’re more than 50% off the usual $300 list price.
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You don’t need to spend a bundle to get a Philips Sonicare electric toothbrush. The company’s entry-level rechargeable model promises a 2x improvement in clearing plaque compared to manual brushing.
However, this one’s much cheaper than some others—it’s $9 off right now. Note that it uses Philips’ screw-on heads rather than the snap-on versions used by some higher-end models.


theroot--2020-05-11--Nashville Police 'Dismissive' After NAACP President Reports Finding Bullseye in His Front Yard

The killing of Ahmaud Arbery as well as the effort to re- open states despite COVID-19 ravaging black communities has displayed how little America values black life .
Now , an NAACP chapter president in Nashville has revealed that police didn ’ t take him seriously when he found a threatening sign on his property .
According to NBC News , Keith Caldwell found a bullseye displayed on the fence around his home on Saturday night .
Caldwell is a pastor and has been president of the Nashville chapter of the NAACP for two years now .
Caldwell filed a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ but said he was met with dismissiveness from the responding officer .
The officer inquired as to who put the bullseye on his fence .
“ I said , ‘ That ’ s what I ’ m calling you for , ’ ” Caldwell told NBC News .
“ He said , ‘ It ’ s pretty cool.
’ ” Caldwell went on to express how , as a black man and NAACP president , the sign felt threatening .
Caldwell told the officer : “ ‘ I ’ m a black man @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the president of the NAACP.
’ He was still dismissive.
” The officer didn ’ t seem to care and left , Caldwell said .
It was only after Caldwell posted an image of the target on Facebook that the police department decided to take any kind of action .
“ It ’ s been a complete 180 , ” Caldwell told NBC News .
The department released a statement saying that the officer ’ s conduct is under review .
Why do we have to work so hard to receive any kind @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to put the department on blast for them to finally do their job ?
That question was rhetorical ; sadly , we know why .

The killing of Ahmaud Arbery as well as the effort to re- open states despite COVID-19 ravaging black communities has displayed how little America values black life. Now, an NAACP chapter president in Nashville has revealed that police didn’t take him seriously when he found a threatening sign on his property.
According to NBC News, Keith Caldwell found a bullseye displayed on the fence around his home on Saturday night. Caldwell is a pastor and has been president of the Nashville chapter of the NAACP for two years now. Caldwell filed a report with the Metro Nashville Police Department but said he was met with dismissiveness from the responding officer. The officer inquired as to who put the bullseye on his fence. “I said, ‘That’s what I’m calling you for,’” Caldwell told NBC News. “He said, ‘It’s pretty cool.’” Caldwell went on to express how, as a black man and NAACP president, the sign felt threatening.
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Caldwell told the officer: “ ‘I’m a black man in this country. I’m the president of the NAACP.’ He was still dismissive.” The officer didn’t seem to care and left, Caldwell said.
It was only after Caldwell posted an image of the target on Facebook that the police department decided to take any kind of action. “It’s been a complete 180,” Caldwell told NBC News. The department released a statement saying that the officer’s conduct is under review.
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Why do we have to work so hard to receive any kind of justice? Why did Caldwell have to put the department on blast for them to finally do their job?
That question was rhetorical; sadly, we know why.


theroot--2020-05-11--Battle of the Dons: A Compilation of Don Lemon's Pettiest Trump Moments

“ What is it about Obama that really gets under your skin ?
” — CNN anchor , Don Lemon @ @ @ @ @ Trump is probably still rage tweeting about the first black president .
We all wish @ @ @ @ @ the mic just one more time and roast him like he did at that White @ @ @ @ @ But until then , we ’ ll take what we can get .
It ’ @ @ @ @ @ CNN ’ s Don Lemon is also annoyed with Trump ’ s constant obsession with @ @ @ @ @ president .
Most of us witnessed the ether Lemon delivered last week .
However , @ @ @ @ @ first time he had to flame King Joffrey .
We decided that with all the @ @ @ @ @ it might be entertaining to look back at some of Don Lemon ’ s best @ @ @ @ @ See some of his hilariously shady moments above .

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theroot--2020-05-11--Monday's Best Deals: Ella Paradis Vibrator Giveaway, Game Pass BOGO, Eufy RoboVacs, 20% Off Ulta Pro

Monday's Best Deals: Ella Paradis Vibrator Giveaway, Game Pass BOGO, Eufy RoboVacs, 20% Off Ulta Products, and More

A Kyoko 8 '' chef knife , a Game Pass BOGO deal , Leaf & Clay subscription , an Eufy robovac sale , a sleep sound machine , an Ella Paradis giveaway , Airpods 2 , and more headline Monday ’ s best deals .
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Are you in need of a personal TV or were you already in the market for one after this pandemic started ?
Well , you ’ re in luck because for a cheap $ 150 , you can get your hands @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 32 '' LED TV .
It ’ s $ 60 off B & H Photo ’ s original list price , and it ’ s completely smart !
It has voice control , added apps , and screen-mirroring technology to make your TV time off the wall !
Grab this before it ’ s gone !
Are you on your computer all day ?
Do your hands just hurt ?
Well , this vertical mouse could be the solution to all of your problems .
Only $ 15 with the promo code “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ through Google doc after Google doc and click , click away all day long .
The mouse is wireless and also enters power-saving mode automatically , so it ’ ll save you on batteries .
Grab this before it ’ s gone .
If you still haven ’ t secured yourself a battery bank , consider snapping up RAVPower ’ s 26,800mAh three-port model , now down to $ 30 when you clip the coupon at Amazon and use exclusive promo code KINJA412 .
This one has three USB-A ports , all of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ It won ’ t offer the fastest charging speeds for your smartphones and tablets ( there ’ s no Qualcomm Quick Charge ) , but it ’ s better than having an $ 800 paperweight when you can ’ t find an outlet .
Just because you ’ re using cruise control in the car doesn ’ t mean your phone ’ s battery has to .
Grab an Aukey car charger with two USB ports—one is USB-C—and Power Delivery .
It ’ s now just $ 12 at Amazon with promo code @ @ @ @ @ @ @ total power , supporting up to 18W in each port to charge almost any smartphone and some tablets at their fastest possible speeds .
You know , despite writing for Kinja Deals , and despite our consistent posting of headphone and earbud deals , I haven ’ t picked up any wireless headsets .
Well , maybe this deal will convince me , as grabbing these Anker wireless earbuds for $ 79 is quite the deal .
These noise reducing earbuds will help you focus on your work without being so big and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for the duration of the work day .
Just use code AKSC3910 at checkout to bring it down to $ 79—at the moment that ’ s only a whopping one dollar off , but a dollar saved is a dollar earned , right ?
Having to work from home can be frustrating for any number of reasons .
Among them can be the uncontrollable noise from other family members who are just trying to get through the day .
The best thing to do is to find a way to tune out the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ trouble .
Noise cancelling headphones , like Bose ’ s QuietComfort 35 ‘ s , which are $ 50 off at B & H Photo today , can be a great help in keeping you focused and helping the outside world fade into the background .
Sure , they might not actually stop the little ones from banging on pots and pans , but they ’ ll make sure you can hear what ’ s going on in that definitely important Zoom meeting while it ’ s happening .
Times are tough right @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a new computer might be difficult , even if you really need one .
Luckily , you can get a pretty great computer without spending an obnoxious amount of money .
Apple ’ s Mac Mini , which packs a lot of power into a small , more affordable package , is down to $ 690 today at B & H Photo .
For your money , you ’ ll get a 3.6 GHz Intel Core i3 quad-core processor , 8 GB of RAM , and a 128 GB SSD .
That isn @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can always add a portable SSD later for some more storage .
It ’ s powerful enough for most casual tasks , so you can get work done without too much stress , and it ’ ll look great sitting on your desk .
While they ’ re great for doing sketches on a computer , tablets have some other nifty features that many might find useful .
For example , those with RSI issues might find that using a tablet in place of a mouse , while tricky at first , can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a bit more manageable .
In either case , Wacom ’ s tablets are some of the best you can get , and right now B & H Photo is selling the Intuos Pro Tablet for $ 120 off , bringing it down to just $ 150 .
For anyone looking to up their digital art game , or just bring their hands some relief in their new home office , this is a great tablet to get started .
By now , you ’ re probably familiar with the silhouette of your @ @ @ @ @ @ @ out their work-from-home lighting yet .
If you ’ re among them , all hope is not lost .
You can grab Ledgo ’ s LED ring light for $ 160 today on B & H Photo , saving you $ 90 .
It ’ ll light up your face so that even in the darkest room , your colleagues will be able to see you while you have your weekly check-in .
If you ’ re tired of having to order new SD cards to fit all your Switch games , or @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the pictures you ’ ve been taken , you might want to consider an SD card with more storage .
Right now , you can get SanDisk ’ s 512 GB microSD card for just $ 110 at B & H Photo .
The card typically sells for $ 230 , so grab it while you can .
Save $ 90 off of the new price with this renewed ( refurbished ) Vizio 5.1 surround sound system , which Amazon guarantees will look and act like new .
If your TV ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it , this multi-speaker system ought to offer a significant upgrade .
You ’ ll get a soundbar , a subwoofer , and a pair of wired satellite speakers to deliver an immersive soundscape for your media .
Get started with smart lighting with this handy kit , which contains the Philips Hue hub and three of the A19 smart bulbs that can be tuned to any color you please .
Hue ’ s colorful bulbs are pricey ; anything cheaper is typically one of the white bulbs instead .
This starter set @ @ @ @ @ @ @ right now , making it easy for you to get up and running .
You can even control them with Amazon ’ s Alexa , Apple ’ s HomeKit , and the Google Assistant .
People love succulents because they are low maintenance , hard to kill , and pretty to look at .
They are the dream plant for forgetful people .
Succulents were kind of gateway plants with my friends who are now crazy flower mommas and plant daddies .
Leaf and Clay want to help get you into greenery guardianship @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to your home each month .
When you become a Plant Club Member at Leaf and Clay they pick three distinctly different succulents each moth .
They stand by each of them being lively and vibrant .
For the month of May , they are offering an Anacampseros rufescens , Crassula ‘ Money Tree ’ , and Kalanchoe ‘ Chocolate Soldier ’ .
What weird fun names .
They ship on the seventh of every month unless you start your subscription after , then it ’ s within three days of purchase .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s fee shipping for all subscriptions .
Who has time to sweep with all the kids home ?
Especially when they ’ re running around the house , tracking in dirt from the outside , spilling cheerios , and frightening the family dog into shedding record amounts of fur .
Just let a robot help you out .
Eufy RoboVacs are a great alternative to Roomba , and they ’ re 30 % off today .
Your picks : The RoboVac 15C Max for $ 200 , and the RoboVac 11S for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of kitchen knives you picked up from Walmart work well for most things , but if you ’ re looking for consistent cuts—and , somehow , a safer blade—you ’ ll want something a bit more serious .
Take a look at KYOKU ’ s 8 '' Daimyo chef knife , which uses an 8- to 12-degree edge .
You know how a hot knife glides so effortlessly through butter ?
Well , that ’ s how this cuts , but for EEEEEVERYTHING .
Get one for $ 77 with promo code KYOKU2QL @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is gorgeous , as opined by Shep McAllister in his review : If you ’ ve been having trouble sleeping during these trying times you ’ re not alone but Magicteam might be able to help .
Today their sleep sound machine is on sale for $ 21.24 .
This noise machine has 4o non-looping sounds like rain , bird , waves , bonfire , crickets , and more.I ’ m a thunderstorm girl myself .
It has 32 levels for volume which you may need to play with depending on sound choice @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to set timer or you can let it run for continuous play .
This is perfect for any fussy sleeper be it you , a significant other or even a baby .
This deal runs for only a few hours today or until they are sold out .
It also comes with an 18-month warranty from the date of purchase .
And Prime members get free shipping .
It ’ s time to update Fido or Kitty ’ s lounging space while quarantine redecorating .
Why ?
Because we owe them for being @ @ @ @ @ @ @ few weeks .
( We know they love it though . )
Wayfair currently has over 2,500 pieces of pet furniture on sale with discounts as much as 80 % off .
Mats , cat trees , pens , stairs , and gates are all included in this sale .
I ’ ve got an old pupper so I know the time is coming to get him a set of stairs to get in and out of bed more easily .
Whatever you choose we know your pets will love it for a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ whatever disregarded box is in your home or the pile of laundry in your room .
Free two-day shipping on all orders over $ 35 .
I know I ’ m not the only one who has spent a great deal in and on my bed over these last few weeks .
Looking at the same bedding and bathroom decor gives me that me Marie Kando feel of these do not spark joy .
Wayfair ’ s semi-annual sale has started and just in time .
Get up to 70 % off anything @ @ @ @ @ @ @ This includes everything you can think of in those realms .
Plenty of nightstands or dresses , area rugs , and even headboards .
If you ’ ve been indulging in a little retail therapy you might want to check out the cute and stylish options to store new wares not yet ready to be used .
And of course , there are sheets and comforters galore , over 250 pieces to spruce your space .
This ultra soft comforter is over 50 % off and these checkered sheets are discounted by almost @ @ @ @ @ @ @ over $ 35 .
This sale ends May 20. Who here is tired of sweeping their own floors ?
It ’ s ok , you can admit it .
Luckily for you , Morning Save has come through with a dope deal—for $ 149 , you can get an Ecovacs robotic vacuum .
It ’ s 57 % off the original list price ( $ 350 ) .
It comes with three different cleaning modes , as well as amazing suction to get crumbs , ants and whatever else up off your floor @ @ @ @ @ @ @ house in peace .
You can also control your vacuum ( because the future is HERE ) with the touch of your phone when you download the app .
Grab this deal before it ’ s gone !
This week at Target , you can save up to 25 % on patio furniture , which is pretty good timing .
It ’ s getting warm , so finally you can spend some time outside ... even if it ’ s by yourself in quarantine .
At least it ’ s outside !
This @ @ @ @ @ @ @ like these fun lights and some heavy-duty planters .
You can probably redo your whole backyard area for cheap—a nice little project to keep you busy while you stay at home .
Have you been buying up all those sweet tool deals ?
Good on you !
Tools are important !
You might realize there ’ s one problem—you need a place to store all these shiny new tools .
Instead of getting a plastic or steel tool box , why not get a tool bag instead ?
Plastic toolboxes can break easily @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the bag is easy to carry around and waterproof .
This WORKPRO bag will definitely hold a lot of your tools , and you can grab it now for a low $ 20 .
There ’ s no better time to organize your tools !
This bright and colorful short trench jacket is perfect for spring .
Made from stretch cotton twill , it has an array of variously-sized stripes with an eye-catching color palette , and this Halogen x Atlantic-Pacific new arrival is currently 30 % off the list price .
This @ @ @ @ @ @ @ toothbrush is notable for more than just its colorful finish , chunkier plastic grip , and cartoonish character images .
It ’ s also meant to be used with a smartphone app , which not only helps encourage good brushing habits in kids but also tracks and rewards their progress .
It ’ s $ 10 off the list price right now at Amazon and available in aqua and pink .
Get an epic brushing with Philips ’ Sonicare DiamondClean Classic , one of the company ’ s higher-end electric toothbrushes .
It @ @ @ @ @ @ @ price right now in black , with white and pink colors also available ( check prices on those ) .
It promises to clean your teeth up to seven times better than a manual toothbrush , with multiple brushing settings available .
It also comes with a carrying case and a glass that you can both drink from and charge the toothbrush within .
Handy !
It ’ s Monday the best day of the week .
Ok , it ’ s probably one of the worst but on this Monday your pals @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with a contest .
In celebration of Masturbation May , they will be awarding 25 special readers with the Rabbit Lily .
This is one of their top products and retails for $ 79 .
Ella Paradis is also so running a bit of a cheeky sale at the moment .
Enter code WOW at check out and get up to 50 % off , although most discounts will be around 20 % .
But you never know !
Free shipping on all products is still available .
You can enter until May @ @ @ @ @ @ @ U.S. and be over the age of 18 .
The winners will be announced on May 25 , to coincide with International Masturbation Day .
From now until the end of May , Ulta is offering 20 % off any regularly priced item .
This is a great way to grab a few extra dollars off a product that doesn ’ t normally go on sale or a more hot ticket piece you ’ ve had your eye on .
Use code 842569 at check out .
I will personally recommend Ulta ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Widow movie which still has items left in the line .
I am using the eye shadow palette almost daily now .
If it ’ s on-trend with their Avengers collab it won ’ t be available much longer and not likely to be discounted .
Anything Ulta brand is good for this code but many name brands are excluded .
This code works until May 30 and free shipping on orders over $ 35 still applies .
So , you have the dreaded Quarantine Hair .
It ’ s happening to all @ @ @ @ @ @ @ see-through purple that Nintendo used on its Game Boy Color back in the day .
Which is cool right now , but that ’ s only a step away from platinum blonde , and that ’ s way less cool .
Anyway , if your Quarantine Hair is just something that needs a trim to be looking good again , Daily Steals can help with the ConairMAN Haircut Kit .
I don ’ t know why Conair had to tack MAN onto the name , but this set includes a clipper for the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ those edges clean , and a trimmer to shove up your nose and into your ears .
To be honest , I didn ’ t think about Quarantine Nose Hair until now , and I wish I remained ignorant of it .
If you use the code KJCNAIR at checkout , you can get this three piece set ( which also comes with the appropriate attachments ) for $ 53 .
Not bad at all !
Most of us might be under Stay At Home orders , but for many , that doesn @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bit of camping .
Even if you don ’ t want to go out now , once everything ’ s over you ’ ll want to be prepared !
Either way , Chrome Industries has some awesome gear on clearance , and if you like the Great Outdoors at all , you ’ ll want to give this sale a look .
This sale includes things like this easy to pack windbreaker ( just $ 51 ) , and the heavy-duty Vigil Backpack , which is on its final sale for $ 72 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for all sorts of purposes—they have special pocket fro laptops as well as hiking gear , so they ’ re perfect for the tech-savvy camper .
For some of these items , when they sell out , they ’ re gone , so grab what you want before it ’ s too late !
Do you or someone you know need a new pair of kicks ?
Select Adidas shoes are currently only $ 30 , so there ’ s really no better time to stock up than now !
By using GRAND @ @ @ @ @ @ @ adult Adidas that are part of the promotion , and that ’ s quite the steal .
Better yet , the Toddler ’ s and Kid ’ s shoes are only $ 20 !
Given that kids grow out of their shoes fast , it ’ s always good to save money on those .
What are some of the shoes that are a part of this sale ?
There are the classic Grand Court Shoes , or you can check out the Advantage Shoes instead .
There are a few different styles @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to check the promotion page for everything available !
The fact that Too Faced has their mascara , primer , and dream cream minis in this deal makes it almost too good to pass up .
Until May 12 grab four deluxe minis with any purchase over $ 45 .
You can also take advantage of another sale to get to that magic amount .
Mix and match either three Rich & Dazzling Lip Glosses or three Juicy Fruits Lip Glosses for $ 30 .
This is essentially a half off deal for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ products .
Free shipping on all orders .
No code needed for any of these , the cart will prompt you to select the minis when you click to fully checkout .
Depending on where you live , it ’ s still a little chilly , and let me just say—I ’ m jealous of y ’ all .
If you ’ re finding your chilly spring wardrobe lacking , though , you ’ re in luck , as JACHS NY is running a 60 % off sale on its hoodies .
By @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you can pick up something like this Henley hoodie for $ 32 , or this Varsity hoodie for $ 48 .
JACHS NY has a lot of different hoodies available , so make sure to give their selection a look !
I know DOOM is all about tearing some demons limb from limb , but books are delicate things !
If you want to enjoy The Art of DOOM : Eternal , which is 20 % off on Amazon , you ’ ll need to be a little more careful .
Turn the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for the characters of Bethesda ’ s latest .
Use a bookmark to keep track of your favorite pages .
You know , gently .
Who knows how long this sale will last , so if you ’ re a DOOM fan , make sure to grab a copy before someone inexplicably rips them all apart .
Shame that Fast & Furious 9 ( or F9 , to properly confuse everyone ) got delayed a year , but do you know what that means ?
It ’ s time to catch up on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ series .
Yes , those are all official car words , and yes , I love Fast & Furious .
Thankfully for all the family-oriented gearheads , the Fast & Furious 8-Movie Blu-Ray Collection is just $ 50 .
That ’ s $ 6.25 a movie !
This , of course , includes all the mainline movies , from the original The Fast and The Furious to The Fate of the Furious , which certainly sounds like a title that would end the series .
But it didn ’ t end , obviously @ @ @ @ @ @ @ What this collection doesn ’ t include the latest spin-off ( ? )
movie Hobbs & Shaw , but you can pick that one up for $ 15 .
I mean , it have Dwayne Johnson AND Idris Elba .
What else can you ask for ?
The lore of From Software ’ s games are supposed to be complex , in-depth , and a joy to uncover , Bloodborne included .
The problem is , THE GAMES ARE SO HARD .
How am I supposed to delve into the environmental story-telling if @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ?
How am I supposed to survive anything beyond the Cleric Beast if it took 55 tries to beat it !
?
Thankfully there ’ s somewhat a solution to my conundrum ... the Bloodborne comics , and ComiXology currently has them on sale !
You can get the series ’ 12 issues for $ 1 a piece , making it a cool $ 12 for some fun and dark weekend reading .
The first two volumes are also on sale for $ 7 a piece , but given that would be $ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 3 isn ’ t part of this sale ) , it ’ s better to buy the issues separately .
This deal last until the 26th , but make sure to grab these before you forget and get to reading !
Have you watched the John Wick trilogy this month ?
No ?
Then what are you doing with yourself ?
If you want to enjoy the adventures of the world ’ s most intense animal lover , you can buy all three movies for cheap—under $ 10 a piece on Amazon Video @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Chapter 2 are $ 7 a piece , while the newest movie , John Wick : Chapter 3 - Parabellum , is $ 8 .
All together , that ’ s only $ 22 !
Now , the third movie is available on HBO if you have that subscription , but HBO is lacking the first two movies for whatever reason .
Additionally , while the first John Wick goes on sale fairly often , the second chapter does not .
Why not save the headache of trying to find the right subscriptions @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on Amazon now ?
A Kindle reader is still a good buy in 2020 , and the latest model front-lit model is nearly 30 % off .
You can get one for just $ 65 following the discount , Note that this price only applies if you opt for special offers , which are unobtrusive ads that appear periodically on the standby screen .
( You can always pay to remove them later . )
It packs everything you love about Kindle Paperwhite at a reduced cost , including amazing battery life and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ density of 167 ppi ) to simulate real ink on real pages .
It has half the starting storage at 4GB , but that ’ s still a lot of books .
It also supports Audible ’ s audiobooks and has waterproof construction .
All buyers get three months of Kindle Unlimited for free , too , so you ’ ll have plenty to read even if you don ’ t plan to buy a ton of books right away .
It ’ s back !
You can once again get an extra @ @ @ @ @ @ @ when you buy three months , this time at Best Buy .
You can opt for either physical or digital delivery of your expanded pool of time on a subscription that grants you free and discounted games , access to an ever-growing list of Game Pass games , online play , and more .
Both are $ 45 , so figure out your delivery preference and go for it .
Haven ’ t played DOOM Eternal yet ?
Then what the HELL are you waiting for ?
It ’ s up at Amazon @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for PS4 , Xbox One , and PC .
( Sadly , the Nintendo Switch version is left out of this deal . )
So get ready to kill a HELL of a lotta demons , shooting , ripping and tearing your way through a dystopian apocalypse .
Or you could just stare out your window .
Same effect , really .
This story was originally published by Gabe Cary and updated by Quentyn Kennemer with new information on 5/11/2020 .
Also known as “ Lil ’ baby PlayStation , ” the PlayStation @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on the tiny NES and Super NES that Nintendo released a couple years back , packing 20 original PSone games into a pint-sized , plug-and-play console .
It ’ s pretty no-frills in execution , but legendary games such as Final Fantasy VII , Metal Gear Solid , and Tekken 3 onboard , you can get a lot of fun out of it—especially now that it ’ s more than $ 40 off the list price .
At this point the lore of the Assassin ’ s Creed franchise is so convoluted that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Assassin ’ s Creed Origins in 2017 .
While I didn ’ t play more than an hour or two of that one , I did play the latest Assassin ’ s Creed Odyssey , and let me tell you , the experience is worth paying full price .
Still , if you ’ re an Xbox One owner and you haven ’ t already , pick up the Deluxe Edition for $ 20 and save yourself more than a few bucks later on as we approach the unspecified release date of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ RPG-ified post-Syndicate Assassin ’ s Creed series breathes new life into what was becoming an increasingly stale , rinse/repeat formula .
Now I love experimenting with different weapon types—beyond the Hidden Blade—and discovering what works for me vs. what doesn ’ t in the combat .
My only regret is that I didn ’ t play as Kassandra , who I ’ m told is the canonical protagonist of the two playable characters .
That said , I made plenty of queer love as Alexios , thanks to the inclusion of gender-neutral romance @ @ @ @ @ @ @ $ 100 on Western Digital Red / Red Pro NAS | B & H Photo • None Save up to 25 % on Patio Items | Target DEALS YOU MAY HAVE MISSED If you ’ re tryna git wicked smaht listening to NPaaaaaahhh , Wicked Aaudio ’ s Hum 900 wireless headphones are just $ 29 ovah at SideDeal .
This is a scorcha of a deal , so grab ‘ em while they ’ re hauut and don ’ t miss aaut .
If you ’ re in the market for a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ all your gadgets juiced up while you ’ re on the go , look no further than the Anker Powercore 10000 .
It ’ s only $ 15 with the promo code “ KINJA1263.
” It ’ ll help you out if you ’ re on a hike , out for a long bike ride , or other activities where you find yourself lacking a proper outlet .
I would grab this deal before it ’ s gone .
Hey there , are you itching for something new to read ?
Dark Horse @ @ @ @ @ @ @ % off at Comixology until June 1st !
You can choose from Stranger Things , Hellboy , The Witcher , and even American Gods .
All on a discount !
You can fill your mornings and afternoons with adventure .
Hop on this deal before it ’ s gone !
This week the Bundesliga announced they will resume play , without fans in the stands of course .
Perhaps England is following suit with asking players to return to the country .
In the U.S. the MLS was given the green light to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of at least , soccer returning Ebbets released a new line of American soccer tees .
Get 20 % off these with code MAY20 .
Ebbetts specializes in throwback gear across baseball , football , soccer , and hockey focusing on America ’ s history through these sports .
There are some absolutely gorgeous throwback recreations .
I would take any from the vintage hockey sweater collection .
This code will work sitewide and only excludes items in the NFL section .
Flat rate shipping is $ 5.95 and is free if you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ beauty subscription boxes are hit or miss with what you pay and what you get .
But with GlossyBox you get 5 to 6 products whose value usually equates to $ 100 .
This month they are offering two specially curated boxes for just $ 16 with code WILD16 .
There is also an option for $ 10 off a 3-month subscription with code WILD10 .
You already save a bit when you choose to pay more upfront but here your total savings are 24 % .
It ’ s a great gift @ @ @ @ @ @ @ see what a box is like before you commit .
And $ 16 is a lot more palatable upfront .
I can tell you there is an eyeshadow palette from Steve Laurant and the Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm in May ’ s box .
It ’ s being called the “ Wild Box ” and is coming in tiger or zebra print packaging .
This deal runs until May 17 .
It still boggles my mind that people revere the monstrosity that is the original Xbox controller .
I mean , the Controller @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and black buttons where they belong , and it wasn ’ t a literal brick .
But if you ’ re an Xbox purist who swear by six face buttons , grab Hyperkin ’ s Duke for $ 66 , an officially licensed wired Xbox One controller in see-through green that ’ ll set off all your nostalgia dopamine .
It even has the white and black buttons on the front , but don ’ t fret if you can ’ t gel with that : We still have bumpers to go along @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be playing Cyberpunk 2077 right around this time , but like the good studio it is , CD Projekt Red delayed the game until September 17 to polish up .
There are far too many games to play to still be upset about that , but if you ’ ve been jonesing for Cyberpunk 2077 , perhaps this pre-order deal will make you feel a bit better .
CDKeys is offloading PC pre-orders for $ 45 a pop , which is the lowest we ’ ve seen so far .

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A Kyoko 8" chef knife, a Game Pass BOGO deal, Leaf & Clay subscription, an Eufy robovac sale, a sleep sound machine, an Ella Paradis giveaway, Airpods 2, and more headline Monday’s best deals.
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Are you in need of a personal TV or were you already in the market for one after this pandemic started? Well, you’re in luck because for a cheap $150, you can get your hands (and eyes) on the Vizio 32" LED TV. It’s $60 off B&H Photo’s original list price, and it’s completely smart! It has voice control, added apps, and screen-mirroring technology to make your TV time off the wall! Grab this before it’s gone!
Are you on your computer all day? Do your hands just hurt? Well, this vertical mouse could be the solution to all of your problems. Only $15 with the promo code “AKMUS7852,” you can effortlessly scroll through Google doc after Google doc and click, click away all day long. The mouse is wireless and also enters power-saving mode automatically, so it’ll save you on batteries. Grab this before it’s gone.
If you still haven’t secured yourself a battery bank, consider snapping up RAVPower’s 26,800mAh three-port model, now down to $30 when you clip the coupon at Amazon and use exclusive promo code KINJA412. This one has three USB-A ports, all of which are capable of 2.4A charging. It won’t offer the fastest charging speeds for your smartphones and tablets (there’s no Qualcomm Quick Charge), but it’s better than having an $800 paperweight when you can’t find an outlet.
Just because you’re using cruise control in the car doesn’t mean your phone’s battery has to. Grab an Aukey car charger with two USB ports—one is USB-C—and Power Delivery. It’s now just $12 at Amazon with promo code 5P3SOFIG. This charger outputs 36W of total power, supporting up to 18W in each port to charge almost any smartphone and some tablets at their fastest possible speeds.
You know, despite writing for Kinja Deals, and despite our consistent posting of headphone and earbud deals, I haven’t picked up any wireless headsets. Well, maybe this deal will convince me, as grabbing these Anker wireless earbuds for $79 is quite the deal. These noise reducing earbuds will help you focus on your work without being so big and bulky, and these will stay charged for the duration of the work day.
Just use code AKSC3910 at checkout to bring it down to $79—at the moment that’s only a whopping one dollar off, but a dollar saved is a dollar earned, right?
Having to work from home can be frustrating for any number of reasons. Among them can be the uncontrollable noise from other family members who are just trying to get through the day. The best thing to do is to find a way to tune out the noise without having to cause too much trouble. Noise cancelling headphones, like Bose’s QuietComfort 35‘s, which are $50 off at B&H Photo today, can be a great help in keeping you focused and helping the outside world fade into the background.
Sure, they might not actually stop the little ones from banging on pots and pans, but they’ll make sure you can hear what’s going on in that definitely important Zoom meeting while it’s happening.
Times are tough right now, and that means that buying a new computer might be difficult, even if you really need one. Luckily, you can get a pretty great computer without spending an obnoxious amount of money. Apple’s Mac Mini, which packs a lot of power into a small, more affordable package, is down to $690 today at B&H Photo.
For your money, you’ll get a 3.6 GHz Intel Core i3 quad-core processor, 8 GB of RAM, and a 128 GB SSD. That isn’t much storage, but you can always add a portable SSD later for some more storage. It’s powerful enough for most casual tasks, so you can get work done without too much stress, and it’ll look great sitting on your desk.
While they’re great for doing sketches on a computer, tablets have some other nifty features that many might find useful. For example, those with RSI issues might find that using a tablet in place of a mouse, while tricky at first, can relieve some hand cramping and make things a bit more manageable. In either case, Wacom’s tablets are some of the best you can get, and right now B&H Photo is selling the Intuos Pro Tablet for $120 off, bringing it down to just $150. For anyone looking to up their digital art game, or just bring their hands some relief in their new home office, this is a great tablet to get started.
By now, you’re probably familiar with the silhouette of your coworkers who haven’t quite figured out their work-from-home lighting yet. If you’re among them, all hope is not lost. You can grab Ledgo’s LED ring light for $160 today on B&H Photo, saving you $90. It’ll light up your face so that even in the darkest room, your colleagues will be able to see you while you have your weekly check-in.
If you’re tired of having to order new SD cards to fit all your Switch games, or maybe just need a backup for all the pictures you’ve been taken, you might want to consider an SD card with more storage. Right now, you can get SanDisk’s 512 GB microSD card for just $110 at B&H Photo. The card typically sells for $230, so grab it while you can.
Save $90 off of the new price with this renewed (refurbished) Vizio 5.1 surround sound system, which Amazon guarantees will look and act like new.
If your TV’s built-in speakers just aren’t cutting it, this multi-speaker system ought to offer a significant upgrade. You’ll get a soundbar, a subwoofer, and a pair of wired satellite speakers to deliver an immersive soundscape for your media.
Get started with smart lighting with this handy kit, which contains the Philips Hue hub and three of the A19 smart bulbs that can be tuned to any color you please. Hue’s colorful bulbs are pricey; anything cheaper is typically one of the white bulbs instead. This starter set is $11 off the list price right now, making it easy for you to get up and running. You can even control them with Amazon’s Alexa, Apple’s HomeKit, and the Google Assistant.
People love succulents because they are low maintenance, hard to kill, and pretty to look at. They are the dream plant for forgetful people. Succulents were kind of gateway plants with my friends who are now crazy flower mommas and plant daddies. Leaf and Clay want to help get you into greenery guardianship with a subscription of three plants delivered to your home each month.
When you become a Plant Club Member at Leaf and Clay they pick three distinctly different succulents each moth. They stand by each of them being lively and vibrant. For the month of May, they are offering an Anacampseros rufescens, Crassula ‘Money Tree’, and Kalanchoe ‘Chocolate Soldier’. What weird fun names.
They ship on the seventh of every month unless you start your subscription after, then it’s within three days of purchase. You can cancel anytime. And there’s fee shipping for all subscriptions.
Who has time to sweep with all the kids home? Especially when they’re running around the house, tracking in dirt from the outside, spilling cheerios, and frightening the family dog into shedding record amounts of fur. Just let a robot help you out. Eufy RoboVacs are a great alternative to Roomba, and they’re 30% off today. Your picks: The RoboVac 15C Max for $200, and the RoboVac 11S for $160.
That $10 box of kitchen knives you picked up from Walmart work well for most things, but if you’re looking for consistent cuts—and, somehow, a safer blade—you’ll want something a bit more serious. Take a look at KYOKU’s 8" Daimyo chef knife, which uses an 8- to 12-degree edge. You know how a hot knife glides so effortlessly through butter? Well, that’s how this cuts, but for EEEEEVERYTHING. Get one for $77 with promo code KYOKU2QL.
By the way, the knife is gorgeous, as opined by Shep McAllister in his review:
At around $100, this isn’t a budget knife by any means, but it’s not an outrageously expensive one either, and it has a lot to offer for that price, both aesthetically and practically.
If you’ve been having trouble sleeping during these trying times you’re not alone but Magicteam might be able to help. Today their sleep sound machine is on sale for $21.24.
This noise machine has 4o non-looping sounds like rain, bird, waves, bonfire, crickets, and more.I’m a thunderstorm girl myself. It has 32 levels for volume which you may need to play with depending on sound choice and preference. There is an easy to set timer or you can let it run for continuous play. This is perfect for any fussy sleeper be it you, a significant other or even a baby.
This deal runs for only a few hours today or until they are sold out. It also comes with an 18-month warranty from the date of purchase. And Prime members get free shipping.
It’s time to update Fido or Kitty’s lounging space while quarantine redecorating. Why? Because we owe them for being so cool to us over these past few weeks. (We know they love it though.) Wayfair currently has over 2,500 pieces of pet furniture on sale with discounts as much as 80% off.
Mats, cat trees, pens, stairs, and gates are all included in this sale. I’ve got an old pupper so I know the time is coming to get him a set of stairs to get in and out of bed more easily. Whatever you choose we know your pets will love it for a few days before they ultimately return to whatever disregarded box is in your home or the pile of laundry in your room.
Free two-day shipping on all orders over $35.
I know I’m not the only one who has spent a great deal in and on my bed over these last few weeks. Looking at the same bedding and bathroom decor gives me that me Marie Kando feel of these do not spark joy. Wayfair’s semi-annual sale has started and just in time. Get up to 70% off anything in their bed and bath sale.
This includes everything you can think of in those realms. Plenty of nightstands or dresses, area rugs, and even headboards. If you’ve been indulging in a little retail therapy you might want to check out the cute and stylish options to store new wares not yet ready to be used.
And of course, there are sheets and comforters galore, over 250 pieces to spruce your space. This ultra soft comforter is over 50% off and these checkered sheets are discounted by almost 80%.
Free shipping on orders over $35. This sale ends May 20.
Who here is tired of sweeping their own floors? It’s ok, you can admit it. Luckily for you, Morning Save has come through with a dope deal—for $149, you can get an Ecovacs robotic vacuum. It’s 57% off the original list price ($350). It comes with three different cleaning modes, as well as amazing suction to get crumbs, ants and whatever else up off your floor so you can walk barefoot throughout your house in peace. You can also control your vacuum (because the future is HERE) with the touch of your phone when you download the app. Grab this deal before it’s gone!
This week at Target, you can save up to 25% on patio furniture, which is pretty good timing. It’s getting warm, so finally you can spend some time outside... even if it’s by yourself in quarantine. At least it’s outside!
This sale includes all sorts of things, like these fun lights and some heavy-duty planters. You can probably redo your whole backyard area for cheap—a nice little project to keep you busy while you stay at home.
Have you been buying up all those sweet tool deals? Good on you! Tools are important! You might realize there’s one problem—you need a place to store all these shiny new tools. Instead of getting a plastic or steel tool box, why not get a tool bag instead? Plastic toolboxes can break easily, steel ones are heavy, but the bag is easy to carry around and waterproof. This WORKPRO bag will definitely hold a lot of your tools, and you can grab it now for a low $20. There’s no better time to organize your tools!
This bright and colorful short trench jacket is perfect for spring. Made from stretch cotton twill, it has an array of variously-sized stripes with an eye-catching color palette, and this Halogen x Atlantic-Pacific new arrival is currently 30% off the list price.
This kids’ edition of the Philips Sonicare toothbrush is notable for more than just its colorful finish, chunkier plastic grip, and cartoonish character images. It’s also meant to be used with a smartphone app, which not only helps encourage good brushing habits in kids but also tracks and rewards their progress. It’s $10 off the list price right now at Amazon and available in aqua and pink.
Get an epic brushing with Philips’ Sonicare DiamondClean Classic, one of the company’s higher-end electric toothbrushes. It’s $60 off the list price right now in black, with white and pink colors also available (check prices on those).
It promises to clean your teeth up to seven times better than a manual toothbrush, with multiple brushing settings available. It also comes with a carrying case and a glass that you can both drink from and charge the toothbrush within. Handy!
It’s Monday the best day of the week. Ok, it’s probably one of the worst but on this Monday your pals at Ella Paradis want to brighten it with a contest. In celebration of Masturbation May, they will be awarding 25 special readers with the Rabbit Lily.
This is one of their top products and retails for $79. Ella Paradis is also so running a bit of a cheeky sale at the moment. Enter code WOW at check out and get up to 50% off, although most discounts will be around 20%. But you never know! Free shipping on all products is still available.
You can enter until May 24, you must live in the U.S. and be over the age of 18. The winners will be announced on May 25, to coincide with International Masturbation Day.
From now until the end of May, Ulta is offering 20% off any regularly priced item. This is a great way to grab a few extra dollars off a product that doesn’t normally go on sale or a more hot ticket piece you’ve had your eye on. Use code 842569 at check out.
I will personally recommend Ulta’s collaboration with Marvel for the Black Widow movie which still has items left in the line. I am using the eye shadow palette almost daily now. If it’s on-trend with their Avengers collab it won’t be available much longer and not likely to be discounted. Anything Ulta brand is good for this code but many name brands are excluded.
This code works until May 30 and free shipping on orders over $35 still applies.
So, you have the dreaded Quarantine Hair. It’s happening to all of us—my hair has faded to that see-through purple that Nintendo used on its Game Boy Color back in the day. Which is cool right now, but that’s only a step away from platinum blonde, and that’s way less cool. Anyway, if your Quarantine Hair is just something that needs a trim to be looking good again, Daily Steals can help with the ConairMAN Haircut Kit.
I don’t know why Conair had to tack MAN onto the name, but this set includes a clipper for the hair, a personal trimmer for keeping those edges clean, and a trimmer to shove up your nose and into your ears. To be honest, I didn’t think about Quarantine Nose Hair until now, and I wish I remained ignorant of it.
If you use the code KJCNAIR at checkout, you can get this three piece set (which also comes with the appropriate attachments) for $53. Not bad at all!
Most of us might be under Stay At Home orders, but for many, that doesn’t include a nice hike or bit of camping. Even if you don’t want to go out now, once everything’s over you’ll want to be prepared! Either way, Chrome Industries has some awesome gear on clearance, and if you like the Great Outdoors at all, you’ll want to give this sale a look.
This sale includes things like this easy to pack windbreaker (just $51), and the heavy-duty Vigil Backpack, which is on its final sale for $72. The backpacks in particular are great for all sorts of purposes—they have special pocket fro laptops as well as hiking gear, so they’re perfect for the tech-savvy camper.
For some of these items, when they sell out, they’re gone, so grab what you want before it’s too late!
Do you or someone you know need a new pair of kicks? Select Adidas shoes are currently only $30, so there’s really no better time to stock up than now! By using GRAND at checkout, you will get any adult Adidas that are part of the promotion, and that’s quite the steal. Better yet, the Toddler’s and Kid’s shoes are only $20! Given that kids grow out of their shoes fast, it’s always good to save money on those.
What are some of the shoes that are a part of this sale? There are the classic Grand Court Shoes, or you can check out the Advantage Shoes instead. There are a few different styles to look at, so make sure to check the promotion page for everything available!
The fact that Too Faced has their mascara, primer, and dream cream minis in this deal makes it almost too good to pass up. Until May 12 grab four deluxe minis with any purchase over $45.
You can also take advantage of another sale to get to that magic amount. Mix and match either three Rich & Dazzling Lip Glosses or three Juicy Fruits Lip Glosses for $30. This is essentially a half off deal for one of Too Faced’s best products.
Free shipping on all orders. No code needed for any of these, the cart will prompt you to select the minis when you click to fully checkout.
Depending on where you live, it’s still a little chilly, and let me just say—I’m jealous of y’all. If you’re finding your chilly spring wardrobe lacking, though, you’re in luck, as JACHS NY is running a 60% off sale on its hoodies.
By using the code HDY at checkout, you can pick up something like this Henley hoodie for $32, or this Varsity hoodie for $48. JACHS NY has a lot of different hoodies available, so make sure to give their selection a look!
I know DOOM is all about tearing some demons limb from limb, but books are delicate things! If you want to enjoy The Art of DOOM: Eternal, which is 20% off on Amazon, you’ll need to be a little more careful. Turn the pages to see some cool concept art for the characters of Bethesda’s latest. Use a bookmark to keep track of your favorite pages. You know, gently. Who knows how long this sale will last, so if you’re a DOOM fan, make sure to grab a copy before someone inexplicably rips them all apart.
Shame that Fast & Furious 9 (or F9, to properly confuse everyone) got delayed a year, but do you know what that means? It’s time to catch up on the high-octane, high-speed, vroomy vroom series. Yes, those are all official car words, and yes, I love Fast & Furious. Thankfully for all the family-oriented gearheads, the Fast & Furious 8-Movie Blu-Ray Collection is just $50. That’s $6.25 a movie!
This, of course, includes all the mainline movies, from the original The Fast and The Furious to The Fate of the Furious, which certainly sounds like a title that would end the series. But it didn’t end, obviously. Fast & Furious is forever.
What this collection doesn’t include the latest spin-off (?) movie Hobbs & Shaw, but you can pick that one up for $15. I mean, it have Dwayne Johnson AND Idris Elba. What else can you ask for?
The lore of From Software’s games are supposed to be complex, in-depth, and a joy to uncover, Bloodborne included. The problem is, THE GAMES ARE SO HARD. How am I supposed to delve into the environmental story-telling if the Cleric Beast killed me AGAIN!? How am I supposed to survive anything beyond the Cleric Beast if it took 55 tries to beat it!? Thankfully there’s somewhat a solution to my conundrum... the Bloodborne comics, and ComiXology currently has them on sale!
You can get the series’ 12 issues for $1 a piece, making it a cool $12 for some fun and dark weekend reading. The first two volumes are also on sale for $7 a piece, but given that would be $14 for an incomplete collection (Volume 3 isn’t part of this sale), it’s better to buy the issues separately.
This deal last until the 26th, but make sure to grab these before you forget and get to reading!
Have you watched the John Wick trilogy this month? No? Then what are you doing with yourself? If you want to enjoy the adventures of the world’s most intense animal lover, you can buy all three movies for cheap—under $10 a piece on Amazon Video. John Wick and John Wick: Chapter 2 are $7 a piece, while the newest movie, John Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum, is $8. All together, that’s only $22!
Now, the third movie is available on HBO if you have that subscription, but HBO is lacking the first two movies for whatever reason. Additionally, while the first John Wick goes on sale fairly often, the second chapter does not. Why not save the headache of trying to find the right subscriptions and deals and just grab them all on Amazon now?
A Kindle reader is still a good buy in 2020, and the latest model front-lit model is nearly 30% off. You can get one for just $65 following the discount, Note that this price only applies if you opt for special offers, which are unobtrusive ads that appear periodically on the standby screen. (You can always pay to remove them later.)
It packs everything you love about Kindle Paperwhite at a reduced cost, including amazing battery life and a backlit 6" display (pixel density of 167 ppi) to simulate real ink on real pages. It has half the starting storage at 4GB, but that’s still a lot of books. It also supports Audible’s audiobooks and has waterproof construction. All buyers get three months of Kindle Unlimited for free, too, so you’ll have plenty to read even if you don’t plan to buy a ton of books right away.
It’s back! You can once again get an extra three months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate when you buy three months, this time at Best Buy. You can opt for either physical or digital delivery of your expanded pool of time on a subscription that grants you free and discounted games, access to an ever-growing list of Game Pass games, online play, and more. Both are $45, so figure out your delivery preference and go for it.
Haven’t played DOOM Eternal yet? Then what the HELL are you waiting for? It’s up at Amazon for $40, and that goes for PS4, Xbox One, and PC. (Sadly, the Nintendo Switch version is left out of this deal.)
So get ready to kill a HELL of a lotta demons, shooting, ripping and tearing your way through a dystopian apocalypse. Or you could just stare out your window. Same effect, really.
This story was originally published by Gabe Cary and updated by Quentyn Kennemer with new information on 5/11/2020.
Also known as “Lil’ baby PlayStation,” the PlayStation Classic is basically Sony’s take on the tiny NES and Super NES that Nintendo released a couple years back, packing 20 original PSone games into a pint-sized, plug-and-play console.
It’s pretty no-frills in execution, but legendary games such as Final Fantasy VII, Metal Gear Solid, and Tekken 3 onboard, you can get a lot of fun out of it—especially now that it’s more than $40 off the list price.
At this point the lore of the Assassin’s Creed franchise is so convoluted that it necessitated a reboot in the form of Assassin’s Creed Origins in 2017. While I didn’t play more than an hour or two of that one, I did play the latest Assassin’s Creed Odyssey, and let me tell you, the experience is worth paying full price. Still, if you’re an Xbox One owner and you haven’t already, pick up the Deluxe Edition for $20 and save yourself more than a few bucks later on as we approach the unspecified release date of Assassin’s Creed Valhalla.
The RPG-ified post-Syndicate Assassin’s Creed series breathes new life into what was becoming an increasingly stale, rinse/repeat formula. Now I love experimenting with different weapon types—beyond the Hidden Blade—and discovering what works for me vs. what doesn’t in the combat. My only regret is that I didn’t play as Kassandra, who I’m told is the canonical protagonist of the two playable characters. That said, I made plenty of queer love as Alexios, thanks to the inclusion of gender-neutral romance options.
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Hey there, are you itching for something new to read? Dark Horse books and comics are up to 50% off at Comixology until June 1st! You can choose from Stranger Things, Hellboy, The Witcher, and even American Gods. All on a discount! You can fill your mornings and afternoons with adventure. Hop on this deal before it’s gone!
This week the Bundesliga announced they will resume play, without fans in the stands of course. Perhaps England is following suit with asking players to return to the country. In the U.S. the MLS was given the green light to head back to training. In celebration of at least, soccer returning Ebbets released a new line of American soccer tees. Get 20% off these with code MAY20.
Ebbetts specializes in throwback gear across baseball, football, soccer, and hockey focusing on America’s history through these sports. There are some absolutely gorgeous throwback recreations. I would take any from the vintage hockey sweater collection.
This code will work sitewide and only excludes items in the NFL section. Flat rate shipping is $5.95 and is free if you spend over $125.
I find beauty subscription boxes are hit or miss with what you pay and what you get. But with GlossyBox you get 5 to 6 products whose value usually equates to $100. This month they are offering two specially curated boxes for just $16 with code WILD16.
There is also an option for $10 off a 3-month subscription with code WILD10. You already save a bit when you choose to pay more upfront but here your total savings are 24%. It’s a great gift option but I totally understand wanting to see what a box is like before you commit. And $16 is a lot more palatable upfront.
I can tell you there is an eyeshadow palette from Steve Laurant and the Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm in May’s box. It’s being called the “Wild Box” and is coming in tiger or zebra print packaging.
This deal runs until May 17.
It still boggles my mind that people revere the monstrosity that is the original Xbox controller. I mean, the Controller S was alright—they actually put the white and black buttons where they belong, and it wasn’t a literal brick. But if you’re an Xbox purist who swear by six face buttons, grab Hyperkin’s Duke for $66, an officially licensed wired Xbox One controller in see-through green that’ll set off all your nostalgia dopamine.
It even has the white and black buttons on the front, but don’t fret if you can’t gel with that: We still have bumpers to go along with the triggers.
We were supposed to be playing Cyberpunk 2077 right around this time, but like the good studio it is, CD Projekt Red delayed the game until September 17 to polish up. There are far too many games to play to still be upset about that, but if you’ve been jonesing for Cyberpunk 2077, perhaps this pre-order deal will make you feel a bit better. CDKeys is offloading PC pre-orders for $45 a pop, which is the lowest we’ve seen so far.


theroot--2020-05-11--Rep. Maxine Waters' Sister Dies From COVID-19

The past couple months have been an unprecedented time for the country as we grapple with the wide-ranging effects of COVID-19 .
Sadly , the devastating toll of the virus has hit close to home for Rep. Maxine Waters ( D-Calif. ) .
The St. Louis Post Dispatch reports that Rep .
Waters has lost her sister to COVID-19 .
Waters grew up in a home with 13 siblings , and it is unclear which sister had died as no name was given .
Her sister was elderly , as Waters had alluded to her being in a nursing home @ @ @ @ @ @ @ two weeks ago , Waters revealed that her sister was in a hospital dying from the virus in a moving speech on the House floor .
She dedicated legislation introduced to provide relief from the virus to her sister .
A service will be held in St. Louis , where Waters is originally from .
As of Monday , there have been more than 1.3 million cases of COVID-19 in America with 80,000 deaths .
Some states have already begun easing restrictions despite there being no significant downturn in case numbers .
In @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hospitalizations due to COVID-19 were black people .
Despite that , the state still chose to re open two weeks ago .
The p resident himself has continued to push for the country to re-open even as more people in his administration contract the disease .
Rep .
Waters has been particularly critical of the p resident ’ s response to the pandemic , frequently calling out his inane decisions on Twitter .
She has also been one of the key figures behind the economic relief measures for civilians and small business .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ would provide $ 175 billion in relief for renters and homeowners .
Our thoughts are with her during this difficult time .

The past couple months have been an unprecedented time for the country as we grapple with the wide-ranging effects of COVID-19. Sadly, the devastating toll of the virus has hit close to home for Rep. Maxine Waters (D-Calif. ).
The St. Louis Post Dispatch reports that Rep. Waters has lost her sister to COVID-19. Waters grew up in a home with 13 siblings, and it is unclear which sister had died as no name was given. Her sister was elderly, as Waters had alluded to her being in a nursing home when she contracted the disease. Over two weeks ago, Waters revealed that her sister was in a hospital dying from the virus in a moving speech on the House floor. She dedicated legislation introduced to provide relief from the virus to her sister. A service will be held in St. Louis, where Waters is originally from.
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As of Monday, there have been more than 1.3 million cases of COVID-19 in America with 80,000 deaths. Some states have already begun easing restrictions despite there being no significant downturn in case numbers. In Georgia, more than 80 percent of hospitalizations due to COVID-19 were black people. Despite that, the state still chose to re open two weeks ago. The p resident himself has continued to push for the country to re-open even as more people in his administration contract the disease.
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Rep. Waters has been particularly critical of the p resident’s response to the pandemic, frequently calling out his inane decisions on Twitter. She has also been one of the key figures behind the economic relief measures for civilians and small business. She’s proposed a plan that would provide $175 billion in relief for renters and homeowners . Our thoughts are with her during this difficult time.


theroot--2020-05-11--The Root Is Going Live on Instagram With Politicians to Discuss the 2020 Elections and COVID-19

Most of America ’ s 2020 political press corps is braving COVID-19 inside of their homes , so we aren ’ t reporting the on-the-ground coverage we ’ d ordinarily be giving you .
But that isn ’ t stopping The Root from bringing you regular 2020 coverage and interviews with elected officials at every level of government .
For the past two weeks , The Root has been hosting Instagram Live interviews with members of the Congressional Black Caucus on a range of subjects and will continue doing so throughout this year .
Our first two interviews were Reps. @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Jackson Lee ( D-Texas ) .
This week , we ’ re hosting another CBC member and two former and currently elected officials doing critical work in their respective areas .
Tuesday at 12 p.m .
ET , we will be hosting U.S. Rep. Steven Horsford ( D-Nev. ) , who will be discussing the 2020 census and the priorities of CARES Act 2.0 .
Wednesday , former Housing and Urban Development Secretary Julián Castro will drop by at 2 p.m .
ET to discuss how elected officials should be addressing police brutality @ @ @ @ @ @ @ beyond .
At the state level , Pennsylvania State Rep. Chris Rabb ( D-Phila . )
will come by Thursday at 2 p.m .
ET to tell us how his state is handling the COVID-19 pandemic and what he is doing to protect elections and voter rights .
Each week , The Root will feature elected officials and political activists at every level to to inform you on what ’ s happening with the 2020 election , COVID-19 and other pressing issues .
Tune with with your questions ; The Root will take @ @ @ @ @ @ @

Most of America’s 2020 political press corps is braving COVID-19 inside of their homes, so we aren’t reporting the on-the-ground coverage we’d ordinarily be giving you. But that isn’t stopping The Root from bringing you regular 2020 coverage and interviews with elected officials at every level of government.
For the past two weeks, The Root has been hosting Instagram Live interviews with members of the Congressional Black Caucus on a range of subjects and will continue doing so throughout this year. Our first two interviews were Reps. Robin Kelly (D-Ill.) and Sheila Jackson Lee (D-Texas).
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This week, we’re hosting another CBC member and two former and currently elected officials doing critical work in their respective areas.
Tuesday at 2 p.m. ET, we will be hosting U.S. Rep. Steven Horsford (D-Nev.), who will be discussing the 2020 census and the priorities of CARES Act 2.0.
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Wednesday, former Housing and Urban Development Secretary Julián Castro will drop by at 2 p.m. ET to discuss how elected officials should be addressing police brutality and criminal justice issues during COVID-19 and beyond.
At the state level, Pennsylvania State Rep. Chris Rabb (D-Phila.) will come by Thursday at 2 p.m. ET to tell us how his state is handling the COVID-19 pandemic and what he is doing to protect elections and voter rights.
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Each week, The Root will feature elected officials and political activists at every level to to inform you on what’s happening with the 2020 election, COVID-19 and other pressing issues.
Tune with with your questions; The Root will take questions from viewers during the interviews.
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Update: 5/12/2020 11:43 a.m. ET: Today’s interview with U.S. Rep. Steven Horsford on The Root’s Instagram Live has been canceled.
Update: 5/12/2020 10:17 a.m. ET: Today’s interview with U.S. Rep. Steven Horsford on The Root’s Instagram Live has been rescheduled for 2 p.m. ET.


theroot--2020-05-11--'Miss You So Much': Karl-Anthony Towns Shares Beautiful Mother's Day Tribute After Losing Mom to COV

'Miss You So Much': Karl-Anthony Towns Shares Beautiful Mother's Day Tribute After Losing Mom to COVID-19

There are two surefire ways to make grown men cry : either deprive them of a haircut for two months and counting—thanks , coronavirus !
—or play Boyz II Men ’ s “ A Song for Mama.
” On Sunday , as social media was flooded with loving tributes to mothers all across the globe , Minnesota Timberwolves star Karl-Anthony Towns took the time to recognize his own .
Set to “ A Song for Mama , ” the two-time NBA All-Star posted a beautiful , four-minute Mother ’ s Day montage that put their once-inseparable bond on full display @ @ @ @ @ @ @ also shared a text message he had once received from his mother , Jacqueline Cruz-Towns , on Christmas morning .
“ My son , It seemed like I closed my eyes for just a moment and suddenly a man stood where a boy used to be , ” she wrote .
“ I [ may ] not carry you in my arms anymore but I always carry you in my heart .
You are the sweetest present life has ever given me.
” In April , the 24-year-old lost his mother after a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 58 .
Prior to her death , Towns posted a video on YouTube urging the public to take the virus seriously .
“ This disease needs to not be taken lightly .
Please protect your families , your loved ones , your friends , yourself , ” he pleaded at the time .
“ Practice social distancing .
Please don ’ t be in places with a lot of people .
[ ... ] It ’ s deadly .
And we ’ re going to keep fighting on my side , me and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to keep fighting this .
We ’ re going to beat it .
We ’ re going to win.
” Such an inconceivable loss is difficult for many of us to fathom , but our thoughts and prayers remain with Towns and his family .

There are two surefire ways to make grown men cry: either deprive them of a haircut for two months and counting—thanks, coronavirus!—or play Boyz II Men’s “A Song for Mama.”
On Sunday, as social media was flooded with loving tributes to mothers all across the globe, Minnesota Timberwolves star Karl-Anthony Towns took the time to recognize his own. Set to “A Song for Mama,” the two-time NBA All-Star posted a beautiful, four-minute Mother’s Day montage that put their once-inseparable bond on full display.
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On his Instagram stories, he also shared a text message he had once received from his mother, Jacqueline Cruz-Towns, on Christmas morning.
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“My son, It seemed like I closed my eyes for just a moment and suddenly a man stood where a boy used to be,” she wrote. “I [may] not carry you in my arms anymore but I always carry you in my heart. You are the sweetest present life has ever given me.”
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In April, the 24-year-old lost his mother after a lengthy battle with COVID-19. She was 58.
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Prior to her death, Towns posted a video on YouTube urging the public to take the virus seriously.
“This disease needs to not be taken lightly. Please protect your families, your loved ones, your friends, yourself,” he pleaded at the time. “Practice social distancing. Please don’t be in places with a lot of people. [...] It’s deadly. And we’re going to keep fighting on my side, me and my family, we’re going to keep fighting this. We’re going to beat it. We’re going to win.”
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Such an inconceivable loss is difficult for many of us to fathom, but our thoughts and prayers remain with Towns and his family.


theroot--2020-05-11--Savage x Summer: Rihanna's Lingerie Line Celebrates Its 2nd Birthday With a Selfie-Based Campaign

It ’ s hard to believe it ’ s already been two years to the day since Rihanna launched Savage x Fenty , the lingerie leg of her now-multifaceted beauty and fashion empire .
Of course , at the time of its 2018 debut , no one could ’ ve predicted we ’ d be spending quite this much time at home just two short years later , but as those of us working from can attest , loungewear—and yes , even lingerie—have recently taken new precedence in our lives .
Simultaneously , the fashion industry has been scrambling to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ already-struggling retailers are sounding their own death knells due to prolonged closures , while others are trying to figure out what effective advertising looks like when it ’ s no longer safe to stage a conventional photoshoot to promote new products .
But ever the innovator , Rihanna and company have come up with an ingenious way to show us how to enjoy her inventory in the comfort of our own homes .
As reported by Fashionista , the subscription-based brand is collaborating with “ its crew of brand ambassadors , friends and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ campaign , putting some much-needed coquettishness in our quarantine ; Already a work-in-progress , May ’ s product promos feature influencer-models Ayesha Perry-Iqbal , Corie Rayvon , Denise Bidot , Jazzmyne Jay , Jordan Emanuel—and of course , the entrepreneurial bad gal herself .
And while we may have hesitated to commit to a Savage x Fenty subscription in the past , our newfound commitment to staying home has us seriously reconsidering , since , with a size range from 32A to 42H and XS to 3X , there ’ s something in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ our self-isolation just a little bit sexier .
Will we pull the trigger and become part of the Savage Squad ourselves ?
Possibly .
After all , a subscription is almost guaranteed to provide more instant gratification than continuing to wait on that ninth album to drop .

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

It’s hard to believe it’s already been two years to the day since Rihanna launched Savage x Fenty, the lingerie leg of her now-multifaceted beauty and fashion empire. Of course, at the time of its 2018 debut, no one could’ve predicted we’d be spending quite this much time at home just two short years later, but as those of us working from can attest, loungewear—and yes, even lingerie—have recently taken new precedence in our lives.
Simultaneously, the fashion industry has been scrambling to adapt to our new normal. Several already-struggling retailers are sounding their own death knells due to prolonged closures, while others are trying to figure out what effective advertising looks like when it’s no longer safe to stage a conventional photoshoot to promote new products. But ever the innovator, Rihanna and company have come up with an ingenious way to show us how to enjoy her inventory in the comfort of our own homes. As reported by Fashionista, the subscription-based brand is collaborating with “its crew of brand ambassadors, friends and even customers” for its selfie-based summer campaign, putting some much-needed coquettishness in our quarantine;
Titled Savage x Summer, the campaign is meant to convey “community, connection and celebration” through self-photographed images of the models in Savage x Fenty’s newest pieces, which are then reimagined with creative borders, treatments and illustrations by mixed-media artist Rafatoon.
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Already a work-in-progress, May’s product promos feature influencer-models Ayesha Perry-Iqbal, Corie Rayvon, Denise Bidot, Jazzmyne Jay, Jordan Emanuel—and of course, the entrepreneurial bad gal herself. And while we may have hesitated to commit to a Savage x Fenty subscription in the past, our newfound commitment to staying home has us seriously reconsidering, since, with a size range from 32A to 42H and XS to 3X, there’s something in store for most of us to make our self-isolation just a little bit sexier.
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Will we pull the trigger and become part of the Savage Squad ourselves? Possibly. After all, a subscription is almost guaranteed to provide more instant gratification than continuing to wait on that ninth album to drop.


theroot--2020-05-11--These Open-Box AirPods 2 Are Practically New, And They're Only $125 at Woot

We don ’ t blame you for being hesitant on pulling the trigger for a pair of AirPods 2 with @ @ @ @ @ charging case .
They start at $ 160 , and you can usually find them @ @ @ @ @ sale , but that ’ s still a bit pricey for a tiny pair of @ @ @ @ @ TO LOSE .
Trust me , I know .
But with this insane deal at @ @ @ @ @ just be worth it .
They ’ re only $ 125 !
Granted , this @ @ @ @ @ , but Woot says they ’ re pretty much new .
Considering they ’ re @ @ @ @ @ than used and refurbished listings , this is one deal you can ’ t afford @ @ @ @

Quentyn Kennemer on Kinja Deals, shared by Ignacia to The Root

AirPods 2 w/ Charging Case (Open-Box, Like New ) | $125 | Woot
We don’t blame you for being hesitant on pulling the trigger for a pair of AirPods 2 with their standard (non-wireless) charging case . They start at $160 , and you can usually find them around $14 0 on sale, but that’s still a bit pricey for a tiny pair of cans that are SO EASY TO LOSE. Trust me, I know. But with this insane deal at Woot, it miiii ght just be worth it. They’re only $125!
Granted, this is an open box item, but Woot says they’re pretty much new. Considering they’re only a few bucks more than used and refurbished listings , this is one deal you can’t afford to pass up .