theroot--2020-04-21--White People Continue to Stand Alone in Their Support of Trump, Survey Confirms

As part of their storied tradition of doing the absolute least when more is required of them , white people remain demographic outliers in their support of Donald Trump , according to a new NBC/Wall Street Journal poll that pits Trump against his presumptive Democratic rival , former Vice President Joe Biden .
According to the new poll , Biden maintains a sizable ( and expected ) lead among black American voters , leading 85 percent to Trump ’ s 7 percent .
Self-identified Latinx voters also supported the former Barack Obama veep , at 60 percent to 26 percent @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Trump still maintained an edge over Biden , with 51 percent of white voters giving their support to the president .
Biden polled at 42 percent for white voters .
NBC analysts helped put some of these numbers in context , pointing out that Obama and Hillary Clinton actually polled more poorly with white voters during the 2012 and 2016 election ( 39 percent for 2012 Obama , and between 37 and 39 percent for Clinton in 2016 ) .
There was also a clear education split , particularly among white women : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ college degree supported Biden , as opposed to 37 percent of white women who didn ’ t go to college .
There was a similar , albeit smaller , split among white male voters in the survey .
Those without a college education voiced slightly more support for Biden ( 46 percent ) than Trump ( 44 percent ) , but white men with lower levels of education showed a strong preference for Trump , at 65 percent .
This has been the pattern for the entirety of Trump ’ s presidency , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ notable now for several reasons .
If Americans are at all split about Trump ’ s handling of the coronavirus , that division is primarily among white Americans .
On the whole , Biden is polling lower now than Clinton did in the final exit polls for the 2016 election , in which she won the popular vote but still lost to Trump .
Among verified voters in 2016 , 66 percent of self-identified Hispanic voters and 91 percent of black voters supported Clinton .
But as NBC analysts note , Trump should @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this point : Historically , elected officials see a boost in their approval ratings when times are unstable , and incumbent presidents , in particular , tend to be viewed more favorably than their challengers when polled about their ability to handle crises .
The fact that Biden edges Trump on this metric ( at 47 percent vs Trump ’ s 38 percent ) is actually a major anomaly .
The disproportionate impact of the coronavirus is also suggested in the numbers .
A majority of respondents said they didn ’ t know @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 59 percent ) , but more than three-quarters of participants said they worried a loved one would get it .
With many places in the country not expected to see a peak in coronavirus cases for another couple weeks , this is a number we can only expect to see increase—especially if states choose to loosen stay-at-home restrictions too early .
Driven by these fears , 58 percent of those polled said they are more worried about stopping the spread of the virus than the economic fallout of shelter-in-place measures .
Here , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ differentiate respondents by race .
But with early research showing great disparities in rates of sickness and death among black Americans and other communities of color ( specifically , Latinx and indigenous populations ) , it ’ s safe to expect black voters will be more likely to know someone who has the virus than white voters .
This raises a few key follow-up considerations , especially when taking into account the optics of the anti-shutdown protests erupting in multiple states ( there ’ s a whole lot of white in that red @ @ @ @ @ @ @ black communities and other communities of color weren ’ t facing the most severe impacts of the coronavirus , would white people be more inclined to be critical of Trump ’ s handling of the crisis ?
To put it in even blunter terms : if white people were just as likely to die from COVID-19 as black people were , would 51 percent of them still support Trump ?
Joe Biden Needs to Make Himself Heard While the news appears mostly good for Biden—solid support among reliable Democratic voting blocs and greater @ @ @ @ @ @ @ some data points to be alarmed about .
Generation Z and Millennial voters hold a net-negative personal opinion of Biden , with just a quarter of young voters viewing him favorably ( 44 percent view him unfavorably ) .
He ’ s still more popular than Trump—holding a 20-plus point advantage over his Republican opponent—but this really isn ’ t saying much among young voters .
And even though the voters polled in this survey say they prefer Biden ’ s leadership during a crisis , they don ’ t seem to be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ saying so far during this pandemic .
This could be evidence that saying nothing is far preferable to the mixed messages and misinformation Trump has been putting out during his briefings , but it also establishes a clear directive for Biden—getting more visible , and more vocal , in the face of this pandemic .

As part of their storied tradition of doing the absolute least when more is required of them, white people remain demographic outliers in their support of Donald Trump, according to a new NBC/Wall Street Journal poll that pits Trump against his presumptive Democratic rival, former Vice President Joe Biden.
According to the new poll, Biden maintains a sizable (and expected) lead among black American voters, leading 85 percent to Trump’s 7 percent. Self-identified Latinx voters also supported the former Barack Obama veep, at 60 percent to 26 percent.
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But among all white voters, Trump still maintained an edge over Biden, with 51 percent of white voters giving their support to the president. Biden polled at 42 percent for white voters.
NBC analysts helped put some of these numbers in context, pointing out that Obama and Hillary Clinton actually polled more poorly with white voters during the 2012 and 2016 election (39 percent for 2012 Obama, and between 37 and 39 percent for Clinton in 2016). There was also a clear education split, particularly among white women: 64 percent of white women with a college degree supported Biden, as opposed to 37 percent of white women who didn’t go to college. There was a similar, albeit smaller, split among white male voters in the survey. Those with a college education voiced slightly more support for Biden (46 percent) than Trump (44 percent), but white men with lower levels of education showed a strong preference for Trump, at 65 percent.
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This has been the pattern for the entirety of Trump’s presidency, though it’s all the more notable now for several reasons. If Americans are at all split about Trump’s handling of the coronavirus, that division is primarily among white Americans.
Coronavirus Impact on Voters
On the whole, Biden is polling lower now than Clinton did in the final exit polls for the 2016 election, in which she won the popular vote but still lost to Trump. Among verified voters in 2016, 66 percent of self-identified Hispanic voters and 91 percent of black voters supported Clinton.
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But as NBC analysts note, Trump should actually be flying with a tailwind at this point: Historically, elected officials see a boost in their approval ratings when times are unstable, and incumbent presidents, in particular, tend to be viewed more favorably than their challengers when polled about their ability to handle crises. The fact that Biden edges Trump on this metric (at 47 percent vs Trump’s 38 percent) is actually a major anomaly.
The disproportionate impact of the coronavirus is also suggested in the numbers. A majority of respondents said they didn’t know anyone who had gotten the virus (59 percent), but more than three-quarters of participants said they worried a loved one would get it. With many places in the country not expected to see a peak in coronavirus cases for another couple weeks, this is a number we can only expect to see increase—especially if states choose to loosen stay-at-home restrictions too early.
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Driven by these fears, 58 percent of those polled said they are more worried about stopping the spread of the virus than the economic fallout of shelter-in-place measures.
Here, the release doesn’t appear to differentiate respondents by race. But with early research showing great disparities in rates of sickness and death among black Americans and other communities of color (specifically, Latinx and indigenous populations), it’s safe to expect black voters will be more likely to know someone who has the virus than white voters.
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This raises a few key follow-up considerations, especially when taking into account the optics of the anti-shutdown protests erupting in multiple states (there’s a whole lot of white in that red, white and blue). If black communities and other communities of color weren’t facing the most severe impacts of the coronavirus, would white people be more inclined to be critical of Trump’s handling of the crisis? To put it in even blunter terms: if white people were just as likely to die from COVID-19 as black people were, would 51 percent of them still support Trump?
Joe Biden Needs to Make Himself Heard
While the news appears mostly good for Biden—solid support among reliable Democratic voting blocs and greater confidence in handling a crisis—there are also some data points to be alarmed about.
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Generation Z and Millennial voters hold a net-negative personal opinion of Biden, with just a quarter of young voters viewing him favorably (44 percent view him unfavorably). He’s still more popular than Trump—holding a 20-plus point advantage over his Republican opponent—but this really isn’t saying much among young voters.
And even though the voters polled in this survey say they prefer Biden’s leadership during a crisis, they don’t seem to be aware of what he’s been saying so far during this pandemic.
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From NBC News:
When asked if they trust his statements about the coronavirus, a plurality of voters—42 percent—said they weren’t aware of his statements or didn’t have an opinion, while 26 percent said they trusted him and 29 percent didn’t. (By comparison, Trump is at 36 percent trust, 52 percent don’t trust, and 10 percent not aware/no opinion.)
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This could be evidence that saying nothing is far preferable to the mixed messages and misinformation Trump has been putting out during his briefings, but it also establishes a clear directive for Biden—getting more visible, and more vocal, in the face of this pandemic.


theroot--2020-04-21--Michael Jordan Will Reportedly Make Millions in Proceeds from ESPN's The Last Dance and Donate Every

Michael Jordan Will Reportedly Make Millions in Proceeds from ESPN's The Last Dance and Donate Every Dime to Charity

When you ’ re worth billions of dollars , people love to tell you what you should do with your money in order to improve society .
But when it comes to living legend Michael Jordan , he apparently has a pretty good idea on where his proceeds from ESPN ’ s wildly-popular docuseries , The Last Dance , should go : to charity .
As Forbes reports , H is Airness will be going the philanthropic route when it comes to spending the millions of dollars in proceeds he ’ d otherwise collect from The Last Dance , which @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Bulls .
There ’ s been no word on which charities the six-time NBA champ has in mind , but presumably , at least some of that money will go toward a cause that ’ s become increasingly popular in recent weeks : providing financial relief to those impacted by COVID-19 .
Since retiring from the NBA in 2003 , Jordan has involved himself in a number of charitable foundations .
In October , the Charlotte Hornets unveiled the Michael Jordan Family Medical Clinic to provide “ vital access to care ” to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Charlotte area .
Maybe he ’ s not such a “ horrible guy ” after all .
The third and fourth installments of The Last Dance are scheduled to air on ESPN this Sunday , April 26 .

Jay Connor on The Grapevine, shared by Jay Connor to The Root

When you’re worth billions of dollars, people love to tell you what you should do with your money in order to improve society . But when it comes to living legend Michael Jordan, he apparently has a pretty good idea on where his proceeds from ESPN’s wildly-popular docuseries, The Last Dance, should go: to charity.
As Forbes reports, H is Airness will be going the philanthropic route when it comes to spending the millions of dollars in proceeds he’d otherwise collect from The Last Dance, which chronicles his final season with the Chicago Bulls.
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From Forbes:
$0: The amount Jordan will bank from The Last Dance. He’s donating his entire share of the proceeds, which should reach at least $3 million to $4 million, to charitable causes.
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There’s been no word on which charities the six-time NBA champ has in mind, but presumably, at least some of that money will go toward a cause that’s become increasingly popular in recent weeks: saving Teddy Riley from himself providing financial relief to those impacted by COVID-19.
Since retiring from the NBA in 2003, Jordan has involved himself in a number of charitable foundations. In October, the Charlotte Hornets unveiled the Michael Jordan Family Medical Clinic to provide “vital access to care” to individuals who are uninsured or underinsured in the Charlotte area.
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Maybe he’s not such a “horrible guy” after all.
The third and fourth installments of The Last Dance are scheduled to air on ESPN this Sunday, April 26.


theroot--2020-04-21--Investigation Finds Culture of Racism, Sexism and Homophobia In Austin Police Department

At this point , it ’ s not terribly surprising to find out a police department is filled with the same kind of people that see a virus as the perfect excuse to bust out some racism .
KVUE reports that an investigation into the Austin Police Department in Texas has revealed a culture where instances of racism , sexism and homophobia are prevalent .
Lisa Tatum of Tatum Law Partners led the investigation and published her findings on April 17 in a 46-page report .
A virtual press conference was held between city officials and activist groups on Monday @ @ @ @ @ @ @ needs to be done next .
“ Through all of these interviews it became clear that issues of race lie just below the surface , ” the report said .
“ Reports came to us , from different ranks , races and genders , advising of the fact that the racist and sexist name-calling and use of derogatory terms associated with race and sex persists.
” Multiple city officials have spoken out on the report .
Austin City Council member Jimmy Flanagan was disturbed by how racism and white supremacy were embedded within @ @ @ @ @ @ @ That is damning not only on the department but on the officers who are doing the work of protecting the public .
[ They ] are trying to do the right thing , but their executive leadership does not have their back.
” Mayor pro tem Delia Garza has called out APD for its lack of involvement in the city ’ s efforts to improve inclusion and diversity .
“ I have not seen APD step up and become the partners our community needs them to be , ” Garza said .
She @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hiring freeze .
“ I am confident seeing this report , consistently hearing from constituents , that now is not the best time to be bringing new employees into the APD , ” Garza said .
“ I hope this investigation brings the pressure to address these issues and there need to be systematic changes made.
” The Austin Police Department issued a statement to KVUE on Monday in response to the report .
“ The Austin Police Department remains committed to working within our department , as well as within the community @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the Tatum Law Independent Investigation in a collaborative and solution-based approach.
” the statement read .
While the report revealed a disturbing culture at APD , it did not find that the department violated any policies that could be punishable by law .

At this point, it’s not terribly surprising to find out a police department is filled with the same kind of people that see a virus as the perfect excuse to bust out some racism.
KVUE reports that an investigation into the Austin Police Department in Texas has revealed a culture where instances of racism, sexism and homophobia are prevalent. Lisa Tatum of Tatum Law Partners led the investigation and published her findings on April 17 in a 46-page report. A virtual press conference was held between city officials and activist groups on Monday to discuss the findings and outline what needs to be done next.
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From KVUE:
“Through all of these interviews it became clear that issues of race lie just below the surface,” the report said. “Reports came to us, from different ranks, races and genders, advising of the fact that the racist and sexist name-calling and use of derogatory terms associated with race and sex persists.”
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Multiple city officials have spoken out on the report. Austin City Council member Jimmy Flanagan was disturbed by how racism and white supremacy were embedded within the highest levels of leadership. “That is damning not only on the department but on the officers who are doing the work of protecting the public. [They] are trying to do the right thing, but their executive leadership does not have their back.”
Mayor pro tem Delia Garza has called out APD for its lack of involvement in the city’s efforts to improve inclusion and diversity. “I have not seen APD step up and become the partners our community needs them to be,” Garza said. She also called for APD to institute a hiring freeze.
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From KVUE:
“I am confident seeing this report, consistently hearing from constituents, that now is not the best time to be bringing new employees into the APD,” Garza said. “I hope this investigation brings the pressure to address these issues and there need to be systematic changes made.”
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The Austin Police Department issued a statement to KVUE on Monday in response to the report. “The Austin Police Department remains committed to working within our department, as well as within the community, to address the issues brought forward in the Tatum Law Independent Investigation in a collaborative and solution-based approach.” the statement read. While the report revealed a disturbing culture at APD, it did not find that the department violated any policies that could be punishable by law.


theroot--2020-04-21--My Mama Kicked My Ass In Mortal Kombat—And Every Other Fighting Game

Back when I was a kiddo , there were three absolutes I lived by .
First , Batman was the coolest person in human history .
Second , Dragon Ball Z was the pinnacle of storytelling .
Lastly , parents aren ’ t good at video games .
Like , they just aren ’ t .
Games were our domain .
So you can imagine my surprise the first time I caught my mom ’ s hands in Mortal Kombat .
In my earliest gaming years , my gaming diet consisted of Final Fantasy games , arcade-y sports games like @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fighting games .
I loved fighting games ; in fact , it ’ s a love that continues to this day .
One of my favorites as a kid was Mortal Kombat .
This probably stemmed from having a VHS of the movie on repeat simply because the theme song went hard .
I wasn ’ t allowed to play rated-M games as a kid but I inexplicably had Mortal Kombat games .
Upon reflection , I realize this was probably just because my mom rocked heavy with them .
I remember chilling @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Just a 7-year-old boy happily stomping dudes in Mortal Kombat Trilogy , then m y mom came in the room just to check in on me and she asked if she could play .
Pft .
Mom wants to see me in MK ?
OK , she can get this work .
We started playing , and I was shook .
I put all these hours into this game only for my mom to come in and wipe the floor with me .
I thought she just got lucky , so we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ boy got stomped .
She had to have been practicing .
Somehow when I was sleeping she snuck into my room and got on the Playstation .
That ’ s the only explanation .
I wasn ’ t quite off , as my mom did have experience playing Mortal Kombat in the arcade when I was but a wee child stunting in the stroller .
This wouldn ’ t be the last time this happened .
Fast forward a few years to 2001 .
My pops sent me a copy of X-Men Mutant @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was my main and I put in work to learn his combos and his super move .
Like clockwork , here comes my mom .
This time she had no idea what she was doing , she just wanted to play as Storm .
This really should ’ ve been easy work .
Round after round , character after character , I got worked .
It didn ’ t even make sense !
I put in the time to get good and here she comes just getting off these combos .
Even worse @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that , I ’ d get hit with “ I don ’ t know I ’ m just pressing buttons.
” Honestly , I think my love of JRPGS was spurred by the fact my mom couldn ’ t beat my ass in them .
Granted , I wouldn ’ t be surprised if my mom could throw hands in Dissidia : Final Fantasy .
This trend would only continue throughout my life .
The year is 2011 .
I ’ m 18 , a freshman in college and still living at home @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Marvel vs Capcom 3 has finally released , and your boy is in the lab trying to find the best team composition .
My mom enters the living room .
“ Oooo , can you play as Storm ?
” I closed my eyes and took a deep breath , as ass beatings of the past washed over me .
This time , I actually could hold my own , and there was a solid back and forth between wins .
For once , I could actually compete with my mom .
MvC @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fighting games by virtue of the fact I can hold my own in it more often than not .
I recently purchased Mortal Kombat 11 during Playstation ’ s spring sale .
I ’ ve been steadily playing the game , trying to get good with Spawn because I know , madre , that when quarantine is over , hands will inevitably be thrown .
This time though , I will be prepared .

Back when I was a kiddo, there were three absolutes I lived by. First, Batman was the coolest person in human history. Second, Dragon Ball Z was the pinnacle of storytelling. Lastly, parents aren’t good at video games. Like, they just aren’t. Games were our domain.
So you can imagine my surprise the first time I caught my mom’s hands in Mortal Kombat.
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In my earliest gaming years, my gaming diet consisted of Final Fantasy games, arcade-y sports games like Ready 2 Rumble and NBA Street and fighting games. I loved fighting games; in fact, it’s a love that continues to this day. One of my favorites as a kid was Mortal Kombat. This probably stemmed from having a VHS of the movie on repeat simply because the theme song went hard. I wasn’t allowed to play rated-M games as a kid but I inexplicably had Mortal Kombat games. Upon reflection, I realize this was probably just because my mom rocked heavy with them.
I remember chilling in my room in Kettering, Ohio. Just a 7-year-old boy happily stomping dudes in Mortal Kombat Trilogy, then m y mom came in the room just to check in on me and she asked if she could play.
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Pft. Mom wants to see me in MK? OK, she can get this work. We started playing, and I was shook. I put all these hours into this game only for my mom to come in and wipe the floor with me. I thought she just got lucky, so we ran it back.
Again, your boy got stomped.
She had to have been practicing. Somehow when I was sleeping she snuck into my room and got on the Playstation. That’s the only explanation. I wasn’t quite off, as my mom did have experience playing Mortal Kombat in the arcade when I was but a wee child stunting in the stroller.
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This wouldn’t be the last time this happened. Fast forward a few years to 2001. My pops sent me a copy of X-Men Mutant Academy 2 on the Playstation. Cyclops was my main and I put in work to learn his combos and his super move. Like clockwork, here comes my mom. This time she had no idea what she was doing, she just wanted to play as Storm. This really should’ve been easy work.
It wasn’t.
Round after round, character after character, I got worked. It didn’t even make sense! I put in the time to get good and here she comes just getting off these combos. Even worse, when I asked how she did that, I’d get hit with “I don’t know I’m just pressing buttons.” Honestly, I think my love of JRPGS was spurred by the fact my mom couldn’t beat my ass in them. Granted, I wouldn’t be surprised if my mom could throw hands in Dissidia: Final Fantasy.
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This trend would only continue throughout my life.
The year is 2011. I’m 18, a freshman in college and still living at home to save money on living expenses. Marvel vs Capcom 3 has finally released, and your boy is in the lab trying to find the best team composition. My mom enters the living room.
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“Whacha playing?”
“Marvel vs. Capcom 3,”
“Oooo, can you play as Storm?”
“...yes.”
“Can uh. Can I play?”
I closed my eyes and took a deep breath, as ass beatings of the past washed over me.
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“Sure madre, you can play.”
This time, I actually could hold my own, and there was a solid back and forth between wins. For once, I could actually compete with my mom. MvC 3 might be one of my favorite fighting games by virtue of the fact I can hold my own in it more often than not.
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I recently purchased Mortal Kombat 11 during Playstation’s spring sale. I’ve been steadily playing the game, trying to get good with Spawn because I know, madre, that when quarantine is over, hands will inevitably be thrown.
This time though, I will be prepared.


theroot--2020-04-21--Tuesday's Best Deals: Cyberpunk 2077, Vizio P-Series TVs, Forever 21 Flash Sale, Aukey Dual Dash Cam

Tuesday's Best Deals: Cyberpunk 2077, Vizio P-Series TVs, Forever 21 Flash Sale, Aukey Dual Dash Cam, and More

A Cyberpunk 2077 pre-order discount on PS4 , Xbox One , and PC , a price slash on Vizio P-Series 65 '' and 75 '' TVs , a Forever 21 flash sale , and an Aukey dual dash cam round out Tuesday ’ s best deals .
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To pay forward the support they saw in our respective Co-Op two short years ago , they ’ re offering 3 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a 1-year sub .
Their high favorability among readers across the Giz/Onion ( that ’ s what G/O stands for ! )
network is evident .
In 2014 , Private Internet Access topped off Lifehacker ’ s Hive Five list of the best VPNs on the market .
Four years later , our readers voted the same way .
Though closed-source VPNs have sparked controversy over the years , PIA has set itself apart as a trailblazer in the space .
Now go ahead and start following internet privacy best practices today so @ @ @ @ @ @ @ your extra time spent at home .
You never know how long we ’ ll be stuck at home ; in the meantime , play it safe and subscribe for a year to snap up your freebie while the deal ’ s still active .
None of us can travel right now ... which makes it a great time to stock up on travel stuff !
If you ’ re planning to travel out of the country , you ’ ll learn quick that other countries will have different outlets than the US @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lesson to learn when your phone is dying !
So be prepared with this monster of a travel adapter , which covers four major power types with ease .
Use the code EF5S76U6 at checkout and grab it for only $ 9 .
Wish your car had a dash cam ?
you don ’ t have to initiate another auto loan for the privilege .
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Beyond the live feed , the dash cam will automatically record auto incidents thanks to an integrated accelerometer , as well as anytime someone comes within view of the cameras , giving you proof and protection in cases of theft , accidents , and police encounters .
Looking for a new TV ?
If you ’ re willing to pay the premium , Vizio is offering its 4K Quantum Dot models @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can get a 65 '' P-Series set for $ 898 at either Amazon or Best Buy .
The 75 '' model is also cheaper than usual today at $ 1,422 ( Best Buy ) .
So , what ’ s a Quantum TV ?
Simply put , it uses a layer of tiny dots—or , quantum dots—that emit different colors of light whenever a certain amount of light is shone on them .
Long story short , it results in brighter , more accurate colors and better overall picture clarity .
You may @ @ @ @ @ @ @ store to see a Quantum TV in action up against regular ol ’ LED ( the underlying technologies are the same ) to really see the difference for yourself .
We ’ ll see you here when you get back .
Are you in the market for a new MacBook , but don ’ t want to break the bank ?
iTechDeals is selling a refurbished 13 '' Apple MacBook Pro for just $ 799 , if you use the code MACB799 at checkout .
What will you get with this laptop ?
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If you ’ re a Mac Head , you ’ ll love it .
But you only have until the 25th to take advantage of this deal , so act fast !
If you ’ ve opted for full-on no-contact isolation , a video doorbell is a must .
It ’ ll let you see who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ them , all without lifting the veil of protection ( the door ) between you and whatever contagious droplets sit on the other side of it .
Why not give Eufy ’ s a try ?
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The $ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ already a good deal lower than the typical going price these days ( around $ 160 ) , so you ’ d better jump on this quick if you ’ ve been waiting for the perfect discount .
Once things have gone at least a bit back to normal , you may feel the urge to venture out into the world and see the things you missed .
If you ’ re planning on lugging a couple devices with you , say your phone and a Kindle or maybe your iPad , you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ don ’ t run out of juice mid-trek .
RAVPower ’ s 20100mAh portable charger , which Kinja readers can get for $ 59 using the code KINJA415 , has plenty of power to keep all your gear going .
In addition to one USB-A port and one USB-C port , this charger also has one AC power port , for when a Lightning cable won ’ t do the job .
Sure , 4/20 is technically over , but the pandemic isn ’ t , and smoking can put you at higher @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lots of people rely on THC and CBD to ease their anxiety or relieve some pain , so going cold turkey isn ’ t always an option .
Luckily , with things like edibles and oils , you can still get what you need without inhaling anything , and right now the LEVO II oil infuser is 20 % off with the promo code LEVO420 , bringing it down to just $ 200 .
While it ’ s not cheap , the LEVO II can easily turn your dry herb into oil that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ brownie mixture , or anything else your pandemic baking experiments have led you to .
There ’ s plenty of settings to fiddle around with , so you can get just what you need out of your herb , and there ’ s even an app so you can control and monitor everything right from your phone .
The best Dell and Alienware deals for April 2020 are here .
If you ’ re running an old laptop or desktop , then you might be facing a harsh reality now that you ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s especially true if you ’ re trying to play Fortnite or Call of Duty Warzone and not getting the performance you need to stay entertained right now .
Thankfully , there ’ s a wide array of Dell and Alienware deals out there right now , whether you need a cheap entry-level laptop , a no-doubt gaming rig , or some accessories to improve your home computing setup .
These are the best deals we ’ ve seen .
I don ’ t know if you know , but you ’ re @ @ @ @ @ @ @ out of the plastic bag before you place em ’ inside of your fridge .
But , sometimes we don ’ t have the luxury of protecting our produce from bruises , otherwise !
Luckily , for a cheap $ 8 , you can get 15 produce bags of different sizes that ’ ll hold your oranges , limes , and bell peppers without breaking a sweat .
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For a low $ 10 , you can get a Dash mini waffle maker , which essentially cooks waffles to sweet , sweet perfection , plus they ’ re TINY .
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I ’ m not afraid to admit that .
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Grab em ’ before they ’ re gone !
There ’ s nothing worse than getting all ready for the day and your car battery being out of commission .
And yet , this is something we deal with all the time .
Well , no more !
In 2020 we ’ re getting ahead of our problems and buying a jump starter .
This one is only $ 30 when you type in the promo code FFSDWQ4Y at checkout and can be able @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
It also comes with a dual USB-port to charge all of your electronic devices if you ’ re in a pinch .
Plus , the jump start is equipped with a handy flashlight just in case you ’ re in the middle of nowhere .
For those of us stuck inside right now , cooking has been a comforting source of distraction that ’ s doubled as a way to pick up or perfect a new hobby .
Nobody saw this coming , though , so maybe your kitchen gear isn ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ dicing you ’ re about to do .
Kyoku ’ s Damascus chef ’ s knife , normally $ 89 , is available for $ 79 with the promo code KYOKUL2I .
Being Damascus steel , it should be durable enough to weather a bit of wear and tear in the kitchen without getting too dull .
Use this beautiful knife for chopping up some veggies to toss in tonight ’ s tasty dish .
Listen , sometimes your space doesn ’ t smell as great as you would like it .
It @ @ @ @ @ @ @ did , but these air purifying bags can help .
They ’ re only $ 14 with a promo code , and come in a pack of eight , so you can spread them throughout your apartment or house for some sweet-smelling relief .
But how do they even work ?
Well , the charcoal basically absorbs bad-smelling particles in the air , while at the same time , releasing a nice smell from the open , mesh fabric .
You can reuse these for up to two years , depending on how @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bathroom smells .
Do what you got ta do and snatch ‘ em before they ’ re gone !
Just make sure to type in “ XW4UYYIK ” at checkout .
I ’ m all for self-love and pampering ourselves , especially during a pandemic where stress is ... high .
My personal favorite of self-care is my skincare routine , but specifically these $ 18 24K gold under-eye masks .
They moisturize and treat the sensitive skin underneath your eyes with collagen and hyaluronic acid to make them nice and plump after @ @ @ @ @ @ @ comes with 16 pairs of masks so you can sit back with a glass of wine while finally getting a chance to just ... chill .
Okay , so you have shirts .
You have ties .
You have pretty much everything you want for your wardrobe , right ?
Wrong !
What about jeans ?
!
You can go pantsless now , but you can ’ t go pantsless to the grocery store .
So head on over to Express and pick up some jeans , at 50 % off .
This @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Dark Wash Hyper Stretch Jeans , which is a mouthful , but a short way to put it is “ a nice pair of jeans ” .
If you ’ re jacked from the day and you don ’ t skip leg day , then the Athletic Tapered Slim Black Rinse Hyper Stretch Jeans , another mouthful of a jean name , will be more to your liking .
Whatever your jean poison , you ’ ll need to pick it and buy these jeans this week , before this sale ends !
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ are here .
Nordstrom ’ s stores might be closed right now , but the deals continue online .
We ’ ve picked out some of the best deals below , including major savings on apparel , bags , home gear , and plenty more .
Nordstrom also offers free shipping and free returns across the board , so don ’ t hestitate to snag something new and see if you like it .
Sorely ( and I do mean sorely ) missing your spa treatments ?
You ’ d be surprised how @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you .
While it probably can ’ t get into all your nooks and crannies like a pair of talented hands could , a portable massager can get pretty close .
Theragun ’ s products are on steep discounts at Best Buy today , including $ 150 off the G3PRO , bringing your total to $ 450 .
You ’ ll also get a $ 100 discount on the Hyperice Hypervolt Plus , plus leg and shoulder wraps , massage balls , and more .
Just be careful using it around your kids @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they ’ re in for a really strange doctor ’ s visit .
For the next two days , Forever 21 is having a flash sale , and you can save up to 50 % on all sorts of clothing .
If there ’ s been something you ’ ve had your eye on and thought it was too expensive , check again—it might be part of this flash deal !
I ’ m personally a fan of this Plaid A-Line Skirt and this Boxy Sweater .
They ’ re both pretty cute @ @ @ @ @ @ @ product sold by a third party .
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Life is pretty terrifying right now , if I ’ m being honest .
But , on the bright side , it is 4/20 which means it ’ s my birthday .
To celebrate my birthday and nothing else , Sunday Scaries is giving our readers an exclusive 50 % discount on its “ Dawn To Yawn ” package using the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ mix are two types of gummies and a nighttime tincture , all of which contain vitamins and/or energy supplements .
Keep your head up ( during the day ) and down at night !
The plain “ Gummies for Chillin ’ ” comprised in this bundle are blessed with Vitamin B12 , D3 , and broad spectrum CBD with 0 % THC .
The second batch , “ Sour Gummies for Chillin ’ ” incorporates organic sunflower oil , vitamin B12 , and broad spectrum CBD .
Last , the nighttime oil tincture @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and broad spectrum CBD for a night well rested .
Whatever your mood or preferred time of day to enjoy your daily dose , Sunday Scaries has got you covered .
Subscribe for $ 50/month or try it once for $ 65 with our exclusive KINJA50 coupon .
NEEEEEEEEEEEEERD .
Just kidding .
Humble ’ s Applied Math Productivity Bundle will teach you some good stuff .
It ’ s especially great for engineers to pick up and brush up on some knowledge .
There are three tiers here—a $ 1 tier , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 15 tier .
All of them are chock-full of math books for you to work through in your free time .
I even see one for Excel in there , which is fantastic for the average office goer .
If you can show your 60-year-old boss how to make an Excel sheet work for you , you ’ ll be going places .
When I was younger , I loved watching Xena : Warrior Princess .
Xena was badass !
That being said , I didn ’ t know the Xena story lived @ @ @ @ @ @ @ my surprise and delight to not only learn about them , but also learn that they ’ re on sale on Amazon ?
Both Xena : Warrior Princess and Battlestar Galatica comics are on sale , so whether your poison is fantasy or sci-fi , you ’ re covered .
These are digital copies , however , so make sure you have a good device to read them on !
I think we all need a little bit of a laugh right now .
Amazon seems to agree , so they have some @ @ @ @ @ @ @ own , just in time for the weekend .
There are a number of them on sale , from classics like The Big Lebowski to more modern titles like Superbad , but you will have to go on a bit of a search for them , since there ’ s no deals page !
What ’ s with that , Amazon ?
Regardless , the three movies above will be a great place to start , whether it ’ s to chill out this weekend ... or to enjoy on the holiday Monday @ @ @ @ @ @ @ away three months of access to its increasingly impressive music service , after which you ’ ll be asked to pay $ 8 monthly to continue .
That ’ s cheaper than most others , though , and you may like what you find after signup .
Amazon has one of the most extensive catalogs with over 60 million tracks , and the mobile app supports Alexa and all the devices she loves to dwell in , so you don ’ t have to move an inch in bed to start that morning @ @ @ @ @ @ @ t already upgraded to the Xbox One X , we don ’ t blame you for holding out .
The Series X is right around the corner , after all .
But at $ 230—the going price for a refurbished model at Woot today—maybe you should just get your 4K gaming on in the here and now .
It comes with a 90-day warranty and the option to expand to one year with SquareTrade protection .
The Xbox One X plays all the same games the original model does , but at up @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of titles .
More than just a bump in resolution , the Xbox One X-enhanced games tend to have better graphical fidelity , faster loading times , and performance tuning that allows you to sacrifice some of those pixels for better framerates .
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 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Cyberpunk 2077 , perhaps this pre-order deal will make you feel a bit better .
Amazon is offering the game for $ 50 today ( PS4 and PC , too ) , and it ’ ll arrive at your doorstep on launch day .
What ’ s better , you ’ ll get all sorts of nice extras included : And as you may be aware , pre-ordering at Amazon guarantees you any further price drops between now and whenever your item ships .
I used to hate mechanical keyboards .
Hate them @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were garish , and my normal $ 10 bluetooth keyboard worked just fine , thank you very much !
Well , until it didn ’ t , and when I needed a new keyboard , my tech friend somehow convinced me to pick up this silver and white Roccat keyboard .
Now , I ’ m a convert .
The Vulcan 122 uses Cherry MX Brown switches , which are one of the quieter switch choices on the market .
So , I still am clacking away , but I ’ m not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ m doing it .
The backlight of the keys reflects very nicely on the silver of the keyboard too , makes for a much more pleasing look without having to mess with custom keycaps or the typical LED lights that are super bright .
Anyway , now you , too , can grab this super awesome keyboard for the low price of $ 90 .
Considering how much I ’ ve put this keyboard through these past six months without so much as a squeaky key , that ’ s a hell @ @ @ @ @ @ @ clip the coupon on the page to get the full discount !
• None Up to $ 150 Off Theragun and Hyperice Massagers | Best Buy • None How To Train Your Dragon Trilogy ( Digital 4K Ultra HD ) | $ 18 | VUDU • None The Lord of the Rings : Extended Editions Bundle ( Digital HD ) | $ 25 | Apple iTunes DEALS YOU MAY HAVE MISSED Your home office is due for an upgrade , and there ’ s no better time than the present to give your @ @ @ @ @ @ @ deserves .
To help you along on your search , Nomad Goods is giving you 15 % off its entire gamut of work-from-home products including base station wireless charging mats and stands , mousepads , and premium-quality braided USB-C cables .
Simply plug in our exclusive promo code KINJA15 at checkout and experience the savings for yourself .
While I can ’ t speak on the quality of the mousepads , our commerce editor Jordan McMahon recently praised Nomad ’ s customer service for providing a second Kevlar cable when the first one @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can both attest to the heft and durability of these cables .
I recently started testing the Nomad Base Station Apple Watch Edition for myself , and it ’ s infinitely better looking and more reliable than the Mophie charging station I was using before .
That said , it also costs a great deal more even with this discount .
If you have the spare cash , though , it ’ s worth the steep price hike for a product that is built to last and blend in with the furniture .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ flights right now , but you know what ’ s one of the worst things about them ?
Lots of noise when you ’ re trying to concentrate or sleep .
It can be hell , especially on long flights .
What if I told you that these Sony WH1000XM3 headphones could block out the loud talking and babies crying ?
You ’ d say that ’ s worth the price of admission , right ?
Well , you ’ re in luck , as Amazon has these amazing headphones for just $ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ In addition to true noise cancelling , this headset offers up to 30 hours of listening time between charges and a Quick Attention feature where you can quickly turn down the volume for conversation .
It ’ s a nifty set of headphones !
If Amazon sells out , you can also pick them up from Best Buy for $ 280 .
Even on sale , smartwatches can be really expensive .
But , eventually smartwatch makers want to move stock , and that ’ s when you get some really deep discounts @ @ @ @ @ @ @ their Gen 4 smartwatches , and now is a perfect time to strap up ( your wrist ) .
The Gen 4 Fossil watches do all that you would expect from a smartwatch like giving you notifications and counting steps , as well as a heart rate monitor .
Sure , it doesn ’ t have a million bells and whistles like Garmin and Fitbit watches have , but do you really need a watch to tell you how stressed you are ?
I ’ m well aware of my existential dread Garmin @ @ @ @ @ @ @ home , everyone ’ s loud , and everything is terrible , but not with the right pair of active noise-cancelling ( ANC ) headphones .
Last year , TaoTronics proved itself a worthy contender to the budget ANC throne with a $ 110 pair of hybrids , which cost less than half the price of Sony ’ s amazing WH-1000XM3 's .
Now it has a $ 55 pair that ’ s 32 % off with the onsite coupon combined with our exclusive promo code KINJA9E6 , bringing the final price to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ headphones just came out two months ago , this is the deal to beat on the 2020 version of TaoTronic ’ s active noise-cancelling headphones .
With 40 hours of battery life , USB-C charging , Bluetooth 5.0 , and a CVC 8.0 mic , it ’ s time to shut out all the bad stuff and focus on your inner-healing with the vibration of music , or perhaps some soothing ASMR .
These headphones will help you do just that , if only for a fleeting moment : Anyone could use a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ workers having to work during these difficult times .
For anyone that needs it , Naipo ’ s Shiatsu Foot Massager is down from its usual $ 300 price all the way to $ 95 , if you use code 3AHL7I4P at checkout .
I have used Naipo ’ s back and shoulder massager in the past , and I can attest to how awesome that is—if this foot massager is anything like that , this will be worth the price .
Whether you ’ re out and about on social distancing walks @ @ @ @ @ @ @ just in another room doing WFH stuff , you still need to keep a close eye on the happenings inside your house .
Lucky for you , Eufy is running a sale on its 2K indoor security cameras , both the standard and pan/tilt models .
Straight from the company ’ s site , you can fetch yourself a stationary indoor cam for $ 26 using the promo code WSEUFYIDC1 or the upgraded pan and tilt version for $ 37 if you enter the coupon WSEUFYIDC2 at checkout .
It might take some @ @ @ @ @ @ @ orders won ’ t ship until late May , but hey , it never hurts to think ahead , especially at these impulse-buy prices .
Did you grab that face scrubber ?
Good !
Now , take your skincare routine to a new level with some Philosophy beauty products .
This week , use code 30OFF to get , you guessed it , 30 % off your order .
Not sure what to get ?
Why not give your lips a little TLC with the Ultimate Miracle Worker Lip Serum ?
Or , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ routine and aren ’ t sure what to do , the Purity Made Simple facial cleanser is a simple addition to your mornings .
Make sure to give Philosophy ’ s best-sellers list a look and figure out what product is best for you .
While you sit around waiting on the federal government to sign every outstanding paper check before it ’ s postmarked , consider testing out Ella Paradis ’ take on the “ stimulus package.
” This gift box , which comprises two waterproof clitoral stimulators , will have you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ like that .
Although physical dates are off limits due to social distancing guidelines from the CDC , sex toys are the perfect outlet for your sexual deprivation .
Just charge it up via USB and you ’ re ready to get your rocks off .
Maybe even try it on your next Zoom call with a fuckbuddy or a longtime partner .
Order a set today and see if it gets here before my check does .
The sad thing is , it probably will .
Maybe you ’ re bored of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ re bunkered down in your childhood home with old clothes you haven ’ t worn since college , a little change in your attire can make social distancing at least a little more exciting , and cozy .
Right now you can get fleece crewneck shirts from JACHS NY for just $ 20 each using the promo code C20 .
DOOM Eternal ?
Never met her .
If you own an Xbox One , get the best demon ass-kicking game , Devil May Cry V , for just $ 16 on Amazon @ @ @ @ @ @ @ last year , it ’ s great this year , and it doesn ’ t give me motion sickness and has all the butt-rock you could ever want .
Unfortunately , the PlayStation 4 version is sold out on Amazon , but you can grab it at Best Buy for the same price .
If you ’ re super clumsy like I am , you might want to take steps to protect your handheld electronics .
Well , you ’ re in luck .
For a low $ 9 , you can get @ @ @ @ @ @ @ glass screen protectors , that ’ ll keep your precious Nintendo Switch from the bumps and bruises of constant playing and sometimes falling off your couch or bed .
I would hop on this deal before it ’ s gone !

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A Cyberpunk 2077 pre-order discount on PS4, Xbox One, and PC, a price slash on Vizio P-Series 65" and 75" TVs, a Forever 21 flash sale, and an Aukey dual dash cam round out Tuesday’s best deals.
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The best VPN, according to our readers here on The Inventory, is Private Internet Access. To pay forward the support they saw in our respective Co-Op two short years ago, they’re offering 3 extra months FREE with the purchase of a 1-year sub.
Their high favorability among readers across the Giz/Onion (that’s what G/O stands for!) network is evident. In 2014, Private Internet Access topped off Lifehacker’s Hive Five list of the best VPNs on the market. Four years later, our readers voted the same way.
Though closed-source VPNs have sparked controversy over the years, PIA has set itself apart as a trailblazer in the space. Now go ahead and start following internet privacy best practices today so you can browse and stream worry-free in your extra time spent at home.
You never know how long we’ll be stuck at home; in the meantime, play it safe and subscribe for a year to snap up your freebie while the deal’s still active.
None of us can travel right now... which makes it a great time to stock up on travel stuff! If you’re planning to travel out of the country, you’ll learn quick that other countries will have different outlets than the US. That’s not a fun lesson to learn when your phone is dying! So be prepared with this monster of a travel adapter, which covers four major power types with ease. Use the code EF5S76U6 at checkout and grab it for only $9.
Wish your car had a dash cam? you don’t have to initiate another auto loan for the privilege. Just buy AUKEY’s dual dash camera instead, which gives you a 1080p view of both your front and rear sides, complete with infrared kits for night vision. Usually $150, you can chop 30% off your order with exclusive coupon code KINJA72G, your final total being $105.
Beyond the live feed, the dash cam will automatically record auto incidents thanks to an integrated accelerometer, as well as anytime someone comes within view of the cameras, giving you proof and protection in cases of theft, accidents, and police encounters.
Looking for a new TV? If you’re willing to pay the premium, Vizio is offering its 4K Quantum Dot models at a steep discount today. You can get a 65" P-Series set for $898 at either Amazon or Best Buy. The 75" model is also cheaper than usual today at $1,422 (Best Buy).
So, what’s a Quantum TV? Simply put, it uses a layer of tiny dots—or, quantum dots—that emit different colors of light whenever a certain amount of light is shone on them. Long story short, it results in brighter, more accurate colors and better overall picture clarity. You may need to head to your local electronics store to see a Quantum TV in action up against regular ol’ LED (the underlying technologies are the same) to really see the difference for yourself. We’ll see you here when you get back.
Are you in the market for a new MacBook, but don’t want to break the bank? iTechDeals is selling a refurbished 13" Apple MacBook Pro for just $799, if you use the code MACB799 at checkout.
What will you get with this laptop? Well, this baby has an Intel Core i7, a 500 GB Solid State drive, Intel Iris 6100 graphics processor, and more things that I can read off the product page.
In short, it’s a MacBook! If you’re a Mac Head, you’ll love it. But you only have until the 25th to take advantage of this deal, so act fast!
If you’ve opted for full-on no-contact isolation, a video doorbell is a must. It’ll let you see who’s knockin’ and even communicate them, all without lifting the veil of protection (the door) between you and whatever contagious droplets sit on the other side of it. Why not give Eufy’s a try? Made by Anker’s budding smart home arm, the Eufy Security Wi-Fi doorbell can keep an eye on your front porch in crisp 2K resolution, and for a limited time, you can get one at Newegg for $108. You’ll just need to use coupon code 4GFSMLV69.
The $135 base price Newegg is showing is already a good deal lower than the typical going price these days (around $160), so you’d better jump on this quick if you’ve been waiting for the perfect discount.
Once things have gone at least a bit back to normal, you may feel the urge to venture out into the world and see the things you missed. If you’re planning on lugging a couple devices with you, say your phone and a Kindle or maybe your iPad, you’ll wanna make sure they don’t run out of juice mid-trek. RAVPower’s 20100mAh portable charger, which Kinja readers can get for $59 using the code KINJA415, has plenty of power to keep all your gear going. In addition to one USB-A port and one USB-C port, this charger also has one AC power port, for when a Lightning cable won’t do the job.
Sure, 4/20 is technically over, but the pandemic isn’t, and smoking can put you at higher risk of contracting Covid-19. Still, lots of people rely on THC and CBD to ease their anxiety or relieve some pain, so going cold turkey isn’t always an option. Luckily, with things like edibles and oils, you can still get what you need without inhaling anything, and right now the LEVO II oil infuser is 20 % off with the promo code LEVO420, bringing it down to just $200 .
While it’s not cheap, the LEVO II can easily turn your dry herb into oil that can quickly be tossed into a tasty brownie mixture, or anything else your pandemic baking experiments have led you to. There’s plenty of settings to fiddle around with, so you can get just what you need out of your herb, and there’s even an app so you can control and monitor everything right from your phone.
The best Dell and Alienware deals for April 2020 are here.
If you’re running an old laptop or desktop, then you might be facing a harsh reality now that you’re stuck at home. That’s especially true if you’re trying to play Fortnite or Call of Duty Warzone and not getting the performance you need to stay entertained right now.
Thankfully, there’s a wide array of Dell and Alienware deals out there right now, whether you need a cheap entry-level laptop, a no-doubt gaming rig, or some accessories to improve your home computing setup. These are the best deals we’ve seen.
I don’t know if you know, but you’re supposed to take your fruits and vegetables out of the plastic bag before you place em’ inside of your fridge. But, sometimes we don’t have the luxury of protecting our produce from bruises, otherwise! Luckily, for a cheap $8, you can get 15 produce bags of different sizes that’ll hold your oranges, limes, and bell peppers without breaking a sweat. These produce bags are able to breathe while in the fridge, which means your fruits and veggies can last way longer. Grab a set before they’re gone.
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, especially when there’s eggs, bacon, and WAFFLES involved. For a low $10, you can get a Dash mini waffle maker, which essentially cooks waffles to sweet, sweet perfection, plus they’re TINY. It has a dual non-stick surface which makes it super easy to clean, and because it’s so small, you can place it in the most tiny kitchen and it won’t take up so much room. You know you want it. Grab one before it’s gone.
Listen. This pandemic has made us germaphobes. I’m not afraid to admit that. And real germaphobes clean surfaces as often as they see fit. That’s were this $5 pack of Scotch Brite sponges come into play! Along with your favorite disinfectant or dish soap, you can scrub down dishes, appliances, as well as counters without scratching or ruining the surfaces themselves. Did I mention the pack is only $5?! I don’t know, sounds like a deal to me. Grab em’ before they’re gone!
There’s nothing worse than getting all ready for the day and your car battery being out of commission. And yet, this is something we deal with all the time. Well, no more! In 2020 we’re getting ahead of our problems and buying a jump starter.
This one is only $30 when you type in the promo code FFSDWQ4Y at checkout and can be able to resurrect any 4.5L gasoline engine easily. It also comes with a dual USB-port to charge all of your electronic devices if you’re in a pinch. Plus, the jump start is equipped with a handy flashlight just in case you’re in the middle of nowhere.
For those of us stuck inside right now, cooking has been a comforting source of distraction that’s doubled as a way to pick up or perfect a new hobby. Nobody saw this coming, though, so maybe your kitchen gear isn’t ready for all the slicing and dicing you’re about to do. Kyoku’s Damascus chef’s knife, normally $89, is available for $79 with the promo code KYOKUL2I.
Being Damascus steel, it should be durable enough to weather a bit of wear and tear in the kitchen without getting too dull. Use this beautiful knife for chopping up some veggies to toss in tonight’s tasty dish.
Listen, sometimes your space doesn’t smell as great as you would like it. It might not even be anything that you did, but these air purifying bags can help. They’re only $14 with a promo code, and come in a pack of eight, so you can spread them throughout your apartment or house for some sweet-smelling relief. But how do they even work? Well, the charcoal basically absorbs bad-smelling particles in the air, while at the same time, releasing a nice smell from the open, mesh fabric. You can reuse these for up to two years, depending on how bad your closet, car, or bathroom smells. Do what you gotta do and snatch ‘em before they’re gone! Just make sure to type in “XW4UYYIK” at checkout.
I’m all for self-love and pampering ourselves, especially during a pandemic where stress is...high. My personal favorite of self-care is my skincare routine, but specifically these $18 24K gold under-eye masks. They moisturize and treat the sensitive skin underneath your eyes with collagen and hyaluronic acid to make them nice and plump after you’re through. The pack comes with 16 pairs of masks so you can sit back with a glass of wine while finally getting a chance to just...chill.
Okay, so you have shirts. You have ties. You have pretty much everything you want for your wardrobe, right? Wrong! What about jeans?! You can go pantsless now, but you can’t go pantsless to the grocery store. So head on over to Express and pick up some jeans, at 50% off.
This sale includes styles like the Slim Straight Dark Wash Hyper Stretch Jeans, which is a mouthful, but a short way to put it is “a nice pair of jeans”. If you’re jacked from the day and you don’t skip leg day, then the Athletic Tapered Slim Black Rinse Hyper Stretch Jeans, another mouthful of a jean name, will be more to your liking.
Whatever your jean poison, you’ll need to pick it and buy these jeans this week, before this sale ends!
The best Nordstrom sales for April 2020 are here.
Nordstrom’s stores might be closed right now, but the deals continue online. We’ve picked out some of the best deals below, including major savings on apparel, bags, home gear, and plenty more.
Nordstrom also offers free shipping and free returns across the board, so don’t hestitate to snag something new and see if you like it.
Sorely (and I do mean sorely) missing your spa treatments? You’d be surprised how far a personal massage device will take you. While it probably can’t get into all your nooks and crannies like a pair of talented hands could, a portable massager can get pretty close. Theragun’s products are on steep discounts at Best Buy today, including $150 off the G3PRO, bringing your total to $450.
You’ll also get a $100 discount on the Hyperice Hypervolt Plus, plus leg and shoulder wraps, massage balls, and more. Just be careful using it around your kids, lest you scare them into thinking they’re in for a really strange doctor’s visit.
For the next two days, Forever 21 is having a flash sale, and you can save up to 50% on all sorts of clothing. If there’s been something you’ve had your eye on and thought it was too expensive, check again—it might be part of this flash deal!
I’m personally a fan of this Plaid A-Line Skirt and this Boxy Sweater. They’re both pretty cute!
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Life is pretty terrifying right now, if I’m being honest. But, on the bright side, it is 4/20 which means it’s my birthday. To celebrate my birthday and nothing else, Sunday Scaries is giving our readers an exclusive 50% discount on its “Dawn To Yawn” package using the promo code KINJA50. Included in the mix are two types of gummies and a nighttime tincture, all of which contain vitamins and/or energy supplements.
Keep your head up (during the day) and down at night! The plain “Gummies for Chillin’” comprised in this bundle are blessed with Vitamin B12, D3, and broad spectrum CBD with 0% THC. The second batch, “Sour Gummies for Chillin’” incorporates organic sunflower oil, vitamin B12, and broad spectrum CBD. Last, the nighttime oil tincture combines Vitamin D3, coconut oil, and broad spectrum CBD for a night well rested.
Whatever your mood or preferred time of day to enjoy your daily dose, Sunday Scaries has got you covered. Subscribe for $50/month or try it once for $65 with our exclusive KINJA50 coupon.
NEEEEEEEEEEEEERD. Just kidding. Humble’s Applied Math Productivity Bundle will teach you some good stuff. It’s especially great for engineers to pick up and brush up on some knowledge.
There are three tiers here—a $1 tier, an $8, and a $15 tier. All of them are chock-full of math books for you to work through in your free time. I even see one for Excel in there, which is fantastic for the average office goer. If you can show your 60-year-old boss how to make an Excel sheet work for you, you’ll be going places.
When I was younger, I loved watching Xena: Warrior Princess. Xena was badass! That being said, I didn’t know the Xena story lived on in comic books. So consider my surprise and delight to not only learn about them, but also learn that they’re on sale on Amazon? Both Xena: Warrior Princess and Battlestar Galatica comics are on sale, so whether your poison is fantasy or sci-fi, you’re covered. These are digital copies, however, so make sure you have a good device to read them on!
I think we all need a little bit of a laugh right now. Amazon seems to agree, so they have some comedies on sale for $5 to own, just in time for the weekend. There are a number of them on sale, from classics like The Big Lebowski to more modern titles like Superbad, but you will have to go on a bit of a search for them, since there’s no deals page! What’s with that, Amazon?
Regardless, the three movies above will be a great place to start, whether it’s to chill out this weekend... or to enjoy on the holiday Monday. Either or.
Amazon is giving away three months of access to its increasingly impressive music service, after which you’ll be asked to pay $8 monthly to continue. That’s cheaper than most others, though, and you may like what you find after signup.
Amazon has one of the most extensive catalogs with over 60 million tracks, and the mobile app supports Alexa and all the devices she loves to dwell in, so you don’t have to move an inch in bed to start that morning routine playlist.
If you haven’t already upgraded to the Xbox One X, we don’t blame you for holding out. The Series X is right around the corner, after all. But at $230—the going price for a refurbished model at Woot today—maybe you should just get your 4K gaming on in the here and now. It comes with a 90-day warranty and the option to expand to one year with SquareTrade protection.
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The Xbox One X plays all the same games the original model does, but at up to 4K HDR for an evergrowing list of titles. More than just a bump in resolution, the Xbox One X-enhanced games tend to have better graphical fidelity, faster loading times, and performance tuning that allows you to sacrifice some of those pixels for better framerates.
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. Amazon is offering the game for $50 today (PS4 and PC, too), and it’ll arrive at your doorstep on launch day.
What’s better, you’ll get all sorts of nice extras included:
Digital:
Cyberpunk 2077 Soundtrack
Cyberpunk 2077 Art Booklet
Cyberpunk 2020 Sourcebook
Wallpapers for desktop and mobile
Physical:
World Compendium detailing Cyberpunk’s setting and lore
Postcards from Night City
Map of Night City
Stickers
And as you may be aware, pre-ordering at Amazon guarantees you any further price drops between now and whenever your item ships.
I used to hate mechanical keyboards. Hate them. They were loud, the backlights were garish, and my normal $10 bluetooth keyboard worked just fine, thank you very much! Well, until it didn’t, and when I needed a new keyboard, my tech friend somehow convinced me to pick up this silver and white Roccat keyboard.
Now, I’m a convert. The Vulcan 122 uses Cherry MX Brown switches, which are one of the quieter switch choices on the market. So, I still am clacking away, but I’m not waking up the entire house while I’m doing it. The backlight of the keys reflects very nicely on the silver of the keyboard too, makes for a much more pleasing look without having to mess with custom keycaps or the typical LED lights that are super bright.
Anyway, now you, too, can grab this super awesome keyboard for the low price of $90. Considering how much I’ve put this keyboard through these past six months without so much as a squeaky key, that’s a hell of a steal. Make sure to clip the coupon on the page to get the full discount!
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Your home office is due for an upgrade, and there’s no better time than the present to give your workstation the aesthetic and functional treatment it deserves. To help you along on your search, Nomad Goods is giving you 15% off its entire gamut of work-from-home products including base station wireless charging mats and stands, mousepads, and premium-quality braided USB-C cables.
Simply plug in our exclusive promo code KINJA15 at checkout and experience the savings for yourself. While I can’t speak on the quality of the mousepads, our commerce editor Jordan McMahon recently praised Nomad’s customer service for providing a second Kevlar cable when the first one was lost in the mail. We can both attest to the heft and durability of these cables.
I recently started testing the Nomad Base Station Apple Watch Edition for myself, and it’s infinitely better looking and more reliable than the Mophie charging station I was using before. That said, it also costs a great deal more even with this discount. If you have the spare cash, though, it’s worth the steep price hike for a product that is built to last and blend in with the furniture.
I know none of us are taking flights right now, but you know what’s one of the worst things about them? Lots of noise when you’re trying to concentrate or sleep. It can be hell, especially on long flights. What if I told you that these Sony WH1000XM3 headphones could block out the loud talking and babies crying? You’d say that’s worth the price of admission, right?
Well, you’re in luck, as Amazon has these amazing headphones for just $278, or $72 off. In addition to true noise cancelling, this headset offers up to 30 hours of listening time between charges and a Quick Attention feature where you can quickly turn down the volume for conversation. It’s a nifty set of headphones!
If Amazon sells out, you can also pick them up from Best Buy for $280.
Even on sale, smartwatches can be really expensive. But, eventually smartwatch makers want to move stock, and that’s when you get some really deep discounts. Fossil is having a sale on their Gen 4 smartwatches, and now is a perfect time to strap up (your wrist).
The Gen 4 Fossil watches do all that you would expect from a smartwatch like giving you notifications and counting steps, as well as a heart rate monitor. Sure, it doesn’t have a million bells and whistles like Garmin and Fitbit watches have, but do you really need a watch to tell you how stressed you are? I’m well aware of my existential dread Garmin, thank you.
Everyone’s home, everyone’s loud, and everything is terrible, but not with the right pair of active noise-cancelling (ANC) headphones. Last year, TaoTronics proved itself a worthy contender to the budget ANC throne with a $110 pair of hybrids, which cost less than half the price of Sony’s amazing WH-1000XM3's.
Now it has a $55 pair that’s 32% off with the onsite coupon combined with our exclusive promo code KINJA9E6, bringing the final price to $37 before tax. Considering these headphones just came out two months ago, this is the deal to beat on the 2020 version of TaoTronic’s active noise-cancelling headphones.
With 40 hours of battery life, USB-C charging, Bluetooth 5.0, and a CVC 8.0 mic, it’s time to shut out all the bad stuff and focus on your inner-healing with the vibration of music, or perhaps some soothing ASMR.
These headphones will help you do just that, if only for a fleeting moment:
Anyone could use a good foot massager, especially any essential workers having to work during these difficult times. For anyone that needs it, Naipo’s Shiatsu Foot Massager is down from its usual $300 price all the way to $95, if you use code 3AHL7I4P at checkout. I have used Naipo’s back and shoulder massager in the past, and I can attest to how awesome that is—if this foot massager is anything like that, this will be worth the price.
Whether you’re out and about on social distancing walks or essential grocery runs, or even just in another room doing WFH stuff, you still need to keep a close eye on the happenings inside your house. Lucky for you, Eufy is running a sale on its 2K indoor security cameras, both the standard and pan/tilt models.
Straight from the company’s site, you can fetch yourself a stationary indoor cam for $26 using the promo code WSEUFYIDC1 or the upgraded pan and tilt version for $37 if you enter the coupon WSEUFYIDC2 at checkout. It might take some time to arrive as the website says orders won’t ship until late May, but hey, it never hurts to think ahead, especially at these impulse-buy prices.
Did you grab that face scrubber? Good! Now, take your skincare routine to a new level with some Philosophy beauty products. This week, use code 30OFF to get, you guessed it, 30% off your order.
Not sure what to get? Why not give your lips a little TLC with the Ultimate Miracle Worker Lip Serum? Or, if you need to complete your facial routine and aren’t sure what to do, the Purity Made Simple facial cleanser is a simple addition to your mornings. Make sure to give Philosophy’s best-sellers list a look and figure out what product is best for you.
While you sit around waiting on the federal government to sign every outstanding paper check before it’s postmarked, consider testing out Ella Paradis’ take on the “stimulus package.” This gift box, which comprises two waterproof clitoral stimulators, will have you feeling gooooood through the weekend. Just like that.
Although physical dates are off limits due to social distancing guidelines from the CDC, sex toys are the perfect outlet for your sexual deprivation. Just charge it up via USB and you’re ready to get your rocks off. Maybe even try it on your next Zoom call with a fuckbuddy or a longtime partner. Order a set today and see if it gets here before my check does. The sad thing is, it probably will.
Maybe you’re bored of your quarantine wardrobe, or maybe you’re bunkered down in your childhood home with old clothes you haven’t worn since college, a little change in your attire can make social distancing at least a little more exciting, and cozy. Right now you can get fleece crewneck shirts from JACHS NY for just $20 each using the promo code C20.
DOOM Eternal? Never met her. If you own an Xbox One, get the best demon ass-kicking game, Devil May Cry V, for just $16 on Amazon. The fast-paced action title was great last year, it’s great this year, and it doesn’t give me motion sickness and has all the butt-rock you could ever want.
Unfortunately, the PlayStation 4 version is sold out on Amazon, but you can grab it at Best Buy for the same price.
If you’re super clumsy like I am, you might want to take steps to protect your handheld electronics. Well, you’re in luck. For a low $9, you can get your hands on a two-pack of tempered glass screen protectors, that’ll keep your precious Nintendo Switch from the bumps and bruises of constant playing and sometimes falling off your couch or bed. I would hop on this deal before it’s gone!


theroot--2020-04-21--Burrow's Modular Index Wall Shelves Can Be Assembled 'In Just 15 Minutes, With Only Eight Screws'

Of the many pain points involved in revamping your work-from-home setup , shelving is perhaps the most cumbersome .
For those looking to expedite the process , Burrow has released its new Index wall shelves , starting at $ 325 for one and capping out at $ 1,950 for a set of six .
This announcement comes the same day as the launch of its $ 295 Bento side table , available in oak and walnut .
More than an ordinary , minimalist congregation of wooden slabs , Burrow claims its shelves can be put together in 15 minutes using @ @ @ @ @ @ @ because it ’ s an adaptable shelving system , no tools are required outside what ’ s in the box .
Each shelf measures 32 '' x 10 '' x 32 '' and comes in one of three finishes : oak , walnut , and whitewash .
Burrow , known best for its modular sofa , has designed the Index shelving to accompany the rest of its Nomad lineup , milling them from solid ash , or “ responsibly forested wood , ” according to a press release .
Like its seating collection @ @ @ @ @ @ @ customizable .
Hang a single unit with the included template poster , and it ’ ll blend in no less than the six-part combo .
“ We ’ re expanding our solutions and furthering our mission to serve all of our customers ’ needs , ” said CEO and co-founder Stephen Kuhl .
“ Index Wall Shelves are the company ’ s first foray into shelving , using the same design ethos that has made its existing products , including its most-wanted Nomad Sofa , popular.
” You can buy the Index wall @ @ @ @ @ @ @

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Index Wall Shelves | $325+ | Burrow
Of the many pain points involved in revamping your work-from-home setup, shelving is perhaps the most cumbersome. For those looking to expedite the process, Burrow has released its new Index wall shelves, starting at $325 for one and capping out at $1,950 for a set of six. This announcement comes the same day as the launch of its $295 Bento side table, available in oak and walnut.
More than an ordinary, minimalist congregation of wooden slabs, Burrow claims its shelves can be put together in 15 minutes using just eight screws. Better still, because it’s an adaptable shelving system, no tools are required outside what’s in the box. Each shelf measures 32" x 10" x 32" and comes in one of three finishes: oak, walnut, and whitewash.
Burrow, known best for its modular sofa, has designed the Index shelving to accompany the rest of its Nomad lineup, milling them from solid ash, or “responsibly forested wood,” according to a press release. Like its seating collection, the shelves, too, are customizable. Hang a single unit with the included template poster, and it’ll blend in no less than the six-part combo.
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“We’re expanding our solutions and furthering our mission to serve all of our customers’ needs,” said CEO and co-founder Stephen Kuhl. “Index Wall Shelves are the company’s first foray into shelving, using the same design ethos that has made its existing products, including its most-wanted Nomad Sofa, popular.”
You can buy the Index wall shelves from Burrow on its website.


theroot--2020-04-21--Black Journalist Launches Newsletter to Keep Black People Informed About the Coronavirus Pandemic

It ’ s important to have news platforms that are specifically tailored to fit the needs of black people who wish to stay informed .
This is more true now than ever before , as the current global health crisis has proven to infect and kill black people disproportionately in the U.S. Thankfully , one black journalist was innovative enough to provide a space where we can stay informed and updated on the pandemic .
Black Enterprise reports that veteran journalist Patrice Peck recently launched the newsletter “ SpeakPatrice Presents : Coronavirus News for Black Folks ” —a publication dedicated @ @ @ @ @ @ @ latest news involving the health emergency .
Peck says the newsletter will publish about three stories a week , which will include opinion essays and any other news pertaining to the coronavirus pandemic and the effects it has on the black community .
“ As a black woman and freelance journalist passionate about writing stories for us , I ’ ve been desperately brainstorming constructive ways to lend my writing skills to help suppress the coronavirus disease ( COVID-19 ) and pandemic , ” Peck wrote .
“ At the same time , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ve been wanting to write more original stories independent from any publication , for my own audience , and to start a newsletter as a way of practicing that .
So I decided to combine all of these ideas and dedicate my newsletter SpeakPatrice to highlighting coronavirus news for black folks , both stories written by other journalists and by me , Patrice Peck.
” This is a good look , not only for black people who need to stay informed but for black writers and journalists .
The more space we have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , the better .
And , with all the misinformation surrounding the outbreak—such as the thoroughly debunked myth that persisted in the early stages of the pandemic saying that black people are immune to the virus—we need news we can trust coming from our own people .

It’s important to have news platforms that are specifically tailored to fit the needs of black people who wish to stay informed. This is more true now than ever before, as the current global health crisis has proven to infect and kill black people disproportionately in the U.S. Thankfully, one black journalist was innovative enough to provide a space where we can stay informed and updated on the pandemic.
Black Enterprise reports that veteran journalist Patrice Peck recently launched the newsletter “SpeakPatrice Presents: Coronavirus News for Black Folks”—a publication dedicated to keeping black people up on the latest news involving the health emergency.
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Peck says the newsletter will publish about three stories a week, which will include opinion essays and any other news pertaining to the coronavirus pandemic and the effects it has on the black community.
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“As a black woman and freelance journalist passionate about writing stories for us, I’ve been desperately brainstorming constructive ways to lend my writing skills to help suppress the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) and pandemic,” Peck wrote. “At the same time, for a *long* time, I’ve been wanting to write more original stories independent from any publication, for my own audience, and to start a newsletter as a way of practicing that. So I decided to combine all of these ideas and dedicate my newsletter SpeakPatrice to highlighting coronavirus news for black folks, both stories written by other journalists and by me, Patrice Peck.”
This is a good look, not only for black people who need to stay informed but for black writers and journalists. The more space we have to share our voices with the world, the better. And, with all the misinformation surrounding the outbreak—such as the thoroughly debunked myth that persisted in the early stages of the pandemic saying that black people are immune to the virus—we need news we can trust coming from our own people.


theroot--2020-04-21--This Is History: Niles Fitch to Portray Disney's 1st Black Live-Action Prince

Niles Fitch , who is best known for portraying the teenage version of Sterling K. Brown ’ s Randall Pearson in NBC ’ s This Is Us , has a new gig , and it ’ s history-making .
Fitch will portray the first black live-action prince in Disney canon .
The project ?
Disney ’ s Secret Society of Second-Born Royals , which “ follows Sam ’ s adventures at a top-secret training program for a new class of second-born royals tasked with saving the world.
” According to Entertainment Weekly , Fitch will be portraying the “ charismatic @ @ @ @ @ @ @ part of the elite second-born royal squad .
The 18-year-old shared the news on both his Twitter and Facebook pages , writing , “ Welcome Disney ’ s first live action Black prince !
Coming to your home screens as Prince Tuma , streaming on Disney+ in Summer 2020 !
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” EW has your exclusive first look at Disney+ ’ s new sci-fi fantasy film Secret Society of Second-Born Royals that introduces Sam ( Andi Mack ’ s Peyton Elizabeth Lee ) , a rebellious teen living in the kingdom of Illyria @ @ @ @ @ @ @ older sister Princess Eleanor ( Ashley Liao ) , who is next in line for the throne .
“ Sam has always felt like not only is she second born , but she is also second best , ” Lee tells EW .
“ She is struggling to find where she can shine and where she belongs.
” But Sam soon finds out that being a second-born royal has its own perks : Not only does the birth order mean she scores superpowers , but she ’ s also drafted into a top @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who are charged with keeping the world safe.
” This is great news for Fitch , who I happen to find equally adorable and nice .
With that contagious smile , he ’ s sure to be a charming prince .
I mean , he already has that dreamy look down pat ; just revisit the scene depicting the moment t een Randall first met t een Beth ( Rachel Hilson ) in Season 3 of This Is Us .
When Randall Met Beth - This Is Us ( Episode Highlight ) / @ @ @ @ @ @ @ some love to his character ’ s younger version on Instagram commenting , “ When did you squeeze this in , Slim ?
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# Werk.
” Secret Society of Second-Born Royals will stream this summer on Disney+ .

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Niles Fitch, who is best known for portraying the teenage version of Sterling K. Brown’s Randall Pearson in NBC’s This Is Us, has a new gig, and it’s history-making.
Fitch will portray the first black live-action prince in Disney canon. The project? Disney’s Secret Society of Second-Born Royals, which “follows Sam’s adventures at a top-secret training program for a new class of second-born royals tasked with saving the world.”
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According to Entertainment Weekly, Fitch will be portraying the “charismatic and self-centered Prince Tuma” who is part of the elite second-born royal squad.
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The 18-year-old shared the news on both his Twitter and Facebook pages, writing, “Welcome Disney’s first live action Black prince! Coming to your home screens as Prince Tuma, streaming on Disney+ in Summer 2020!!”
EW reports:
EW has your exclusive first look at Disney+’s new sci-fi fantasy film Secret Society of Second-Born Royals that introduces Sam (Andi Mack’s Peyton Elizabeth Lee), a rebellious teen living in the kingdom of Illyria — and in the shadow of her older sister Princess Eleanor (Ashley Liao), who is next in line for the throne. “Sam has always felt like not only is she second born, but she is also second best,” Lee tells EW. “She is struggling to find where she can shine and where she belongs.” But Sam soon finds out that being a second-born royal has its own perks: Not only does the birth order mean she scores superpowers, but she’s also drafted into a top secret group of other gifted young recruits who are charged with keeping the world safe.”
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This is great news for Fitch, who I happen to find equally adorable and nice. With that contagious smile, he’s sure to be a charming prince. I mean, he already has that dreamy look down pat; just revisit the scene depicting the moment t een Randall first met t een Beth (Rachel Hilson) in Season 3 of This Is Us.
When Randall Met Beth - This Is Us (Episode Highlight) / YouTube
Speaking of which, Brown showed some love to his character’s younger version on Instagram commenting, “When did you squeeze this in, Slim?! #Werk.”
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Secret Society of Second-Born Royals will stream this summer on Disney+.