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Monday's Best Deals: Branch Home Office Furniture, Sega Genesis Mini, Magic Chef Air Fryer, Garmin Forerunner 645 Music, and More

A work-from-home sale on Branch premium office furniture , a Sega Genesis Mini gaming console , a 5.6qt Magic Chef air fryer , and a Garmin Forerunner 645 Music smartwatch round out Monday ’ s best deals .
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The Garmin Forerunner 645 Music launched to a crowd of runners and fitness buffs with the best built-in GPS and workout tracking you ’ ll find .
The watch debuted at $ 450 and the price has rarely dipped over the couple of years it ’ s been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to $ 230 , and you ’ ll be hard-pressed to find it any cheaper .
Beyond Garmin ’ s navigational expertise and advanced workout functions , the Forerunner 645 equips you with a host of smartphone functions that not all their other running watches sport , such as smartphone notifications and music controls .
This price will only persist through the end of the day , so order one as soon as you can .
If during quarantine you ’ ve found it difficult to keep the pictures on social media fresh @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the same places or angles where you have space or good light has made things a bit dull .
SideDeal is giving you the chance to boost your selfie game with this ten-piece set for just $ 19 .
If you ’ re a bit of a solo photo taker this is a great set .
I personally have bought a few of these individually and I wished I had seen something like this first .
I can absolutely say the remote for the shutter is worth it alone .
The tripod is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of OOTD ( that ’ s outfit of the day ) shooting .
But get creative and play around with the three lenses too .
You ’ re getting a wide-angle , fisheye , and macro zoom lens in this pack so plenty to shoot in pursuit of the perfect picture .
If you ’ ve read a few of our pieces on SideDeal before and you like what you ’ ve seen they offer a $ 5 monthly fee to get free shipping on all of your orders no matter how many @ @ @ @ @ @ @ flat rate of $ 8 .
Whether you want a private jam session or something to fill a room , you can stock up on JBL ’ s wireless audio products for cheap .
You have portable speakers to fill moderate-sized rooms , like the $ 120 JBL Charge 4 , plus the much more aggressive PartyBox 200 and 300—a pair of portable amp-sized speakers with dazzling light shows built-in—at $ 350 and $ 400 , respectively .
For personal listening , you can also pick up a pair of JBL Live 500BT @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 50mm drivers , 30-hour battery life , and ambient aware mode .
NordVPN is one of the most widely-acclaimed VPN services out there and has been downloaded en masse by our readers during past deals .
The service lets you connect up to six simultaneous devices and access 5,871 servers worldwide , with no logs kept of your actions .
Right now , the best deal is to spring for three years of service and save 70 % off of the regular monthly price .
You ’ ll have to spend $ 126 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ then you won ’ t have to think about it again until 2023 !
This story was originally published by Gabe Carey on 4/17/2020 and updated by Andrew Hayward with new information on 5/7/2020 .
Sure , sometimes it seems like you ’ ve reached the end of Netflix ’ s good content , but there ’ s still plenty of great movies and TV shows to watch while we ’ re stuck indoors .
Now ’ s a good time to get started on FX ’ s Mrs. America , or you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ try if you need a good laugh .
Right now , you can get a Roku Ultra HDR 4K for $ 80 at B & H Photo , saving you $ 20 , which you could always use to rent Uncut Gems and watch it with the family this weekend .
If you ’ re looking for a handy pair of workout headphones to get you in the zone , I dare you to consider Monster iSport Bluetooth headphones .
It ’ s a cheap , cheap $ 10 , down from the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Just remember that these are certified refurbished , but if you ’ re going for a run or lifting some weights , you can really make the most of these .
It has five hours of playtime , a secure clip to keep the buds from falling out , and is sweatproof for added comfort .
Grab a pair before they ’ re gone !
Feeling nostalgic ?
You can feed that 16-bit void in your heart with a Sega Genesis Mini , a reincarnation of the classic console that helped save the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lowest we ’ ve ever seen , but close—it comes with 42 games , including crowd favorites like Sonic , Mega Man , Ecco the Dolphin , Earthworm Jim , Virtua Fighter , Shinobi III , Street Fighter 2 , Toe Jam & Earl , Altered Beast , Gunstar Heroes ... need I go on ?
If you ’ re an Animal Crossing fan , you ’ ve probably been looking forward to the Animal Crossing : New Horizons Official Companion Guide .
This book from Future Press is practically an encyclopedia for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for a while ( no doubt because of COVID ) , and then eventually sold out .
However , you can now order the $ 30 guide again !
It ’ s still listed as out of stock , but if you ’ re more patient than the Amazon users that review bombed the page , you can order now and get a copy as soon as it ’ s back in stock .
The Nintendo Switch is finally getting its first Paper Mario RPG July 17 .
Dubbed Paper Mario : The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as Mario and his new pal Olivia in a classic search-and-rescue story for none other than—you guessed it—Princess Peach .
Seriously , can someone get her some self defense lessons already ?
Pre-order Paper Mario : The Origami King for $ 60 at Amazon , and you ’ ll be in line to receive it the day the game launches .
Don ’ t forget that if the price drops between now and release date , Amazon will automatically adjust your total for the discount .
Plus , Amazon doesn ’ t charge @ @ @ @ @ @ @ enough time to rush through a couple more of your current games before you ’ ll need to trade them , especially since you won ’ t be able to put this one down .
Need to beat some people up ?
Beat down some enemies and practice proper social distancing standards with Soulcalibur VI !
The fighting game is on sale on the PS4 for just $ 20 on Amazon , and better yet , the PS4 Season Pass if $ 15 ( usually $ 25 ) !
So , you can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 35 , and that ’ s a pretty nice price .
One of the premier “ fighting people with weapons ” series , Soulcalibur VI is a blast to play , but it ’ s probably most well-known for its extensive character creator .
People have ... uh , made some pretty interesting things in it : If character creation isn ’ t your thing , though , this fighting game has two meaty story modes to work through—one of them long enough to more than justify the purchase price .
And , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ afterwards and probably get trashed by the competition !
What ?
That ’ s just me ?
Well ... it ’ s still fun .
If you ’ re buying LEGO for a young kid , start with one of the LEGO Classic boxes .
This Large set gives you a sizable pile of 790 pieces to start with .
Without step-by-step directions , this set is ideal for getting kids familiar with the tiny blocks and unlocking a bit of creativity in the process .
Of course , there are larger Duplo @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , but LEGO suggests this is ideal for ages 4+ .
It ’ s $ 16 off right now .
This is a fact—those of us who are privileged to work from home will be doing so for the foreseeable future .
Even once we start going back into the office , chances are you ’ ll only be going in a couple of days a week .
That ’ s why , if you ’ re anything like me , you ’ ve been desperately looking for better WFH equipment without breaking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the fast-growing startup offering premium office furniture for less .
Their staple bestseller , the Branch Ergonomic Chair , equips you with comfort and quality while remaining on budget .
You can buy it right now for 20 % off at just $ 279 , with free ( and fast ) shipping included !
Their even more budget-friendly option , the Branch Task Chair , is down to $ 199 from $ 269 with free shipping .
And , if you make a purchase and refer a friend , you ’ ll get @ @ @ @ @ @ @ courtesy of Branch , which includes a sleek hardcover notebook and pen .
If those options don ’ t do it for you , you can also choose from an office desk that is $ 495 , a supercharged standing desk for $ 815 , a small filing cabinet for $ 155 , and a modern Guest Chair for $ 395 .
Grab these before they ’ re gone !
This handsome , hand-carved teak bookshelf could be a perfect accent to any room , whether it ’ s by a couch , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ own .
According to Anthropologie , this online exclusive “ grows even more beautiful with use , love , and time.
” Ready to put that claim to the test ?
Ju st give it a few years .
It ’ s discounted from the original $ 898 price point .
If you ’ re itching for a kitchen upgrade right about now , you can snag this All-Clad four-slice Belgian waffle maker at a significant discount .
It ’ s 33 % off the regular price for a 1600-watt device with stainless @ @ @ @ @ @ @ finish inside .
I have four little dogs , and while I do walk them and love them a bunch , they make a hell of a mess—especially on my area rugs .
Recently , one of my pups , Benjamin Alexander Cuddles , named by a younger cousin , had a bit of stomach flu and got sick on said area rug .
What did I do ?
Pulled out my full-sized Bissell to take care of it .
Which leads me to this baby .
For a decent $ 70 , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s messes easily with the Bissell ’ s spray , scrub , and suction modes .
Since it ’ s cordless , it ’ ll take less time to get your carpet back to working order .
Grab one before it ’ s gone !
Parenthood is sweet , but not knowing what your newborn is doing ( they ’ re probably sleeping ) while you ’ re in another part of the house is anxiety-inducing .
With the Eufy SpaceView baby monitor for $ 110 , which is 30 % off @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , you can keep an eye on your baby without marching up and down the stairs or hallway every time you think you hear a peep .
You get automatic alerts if your baby is crying , so you ’ ll really , REALLY know if something is wrong .
It also has a 1000ft range so you can watch your little creation anywhere in your home !
Grab it before it is gone .
We ’ re a week away from Memorial Day , which many Americans regard as the official day @ @ @ @ @ @ @ season kickoff .
To prepare , get yourself some staple items at ThermoWorks where you can take 20 % off any one item , including pro-grade thermometers and ThermaPens , alarms and timers , and more .
Unfortunately , this sale doesn ’ t apply to the WAND forehead thermometer , which you should probably buy anyway to screen anyone who wants to attend your cookout for the ‘ rona .
Today at Meh , you can buy a queen-sized Restorology air mattress for $ 39 , complete with a built-in pump .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ they don ’ t tell you when buying an air mattress is that they ’ ll give you a nice , firm sleep at the beginning of the night only to deflate into a glorified sleeping bag by sunrise .
Despite all the foretelling by The Jetsons that technological progression would culminate with flying cars and teleportation devices , it ’ s the air fryer that has the world going nuts .
If you haven ’ t already jumped aboard the for the revolution , you can do so now for $ 59 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a Magic Chef 5.6qt air fryer with enough room to feed the whole family .
Cast-iron skillets are like , the most versatile things ever .
You can cook something on the stove and throw the skillet in the oven afterwards , and with proper care , the thing will last years .
A cast-iron skillet is an investment , so while they can be a little expensive , they ’ re worth it .
But if you need one , you ’ re in luck today , as Bed Bath & Beyond @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 100 .
Since this order ’ s above $ 39 , you ’ ll get free shipping with your skillet , too .
Which is nice , considering everything .
You might want to pick one up fast , though , as the blue colored skillet is already sold out .
Who knows how long the red and black ones will last ?
Maybe you ’ ve been feeling some FOMO watching all your friends dive deep into cooking in quarantine , or maybe you ’ ve been whipping up some tasty meals @ @ @ @ @ @ @ some new gear to spice things up .
Cast iron gear will cook things a little differently than , say , a Teflon surface , but they ’ re a great investment that can make a huge difference in things like cooking steaks or a hash on the stove .
Right now at Amazon , you can get 22 % off a 7 QT casserole dish , or even a 12-inch chicken fryer .
They might be a bit more niche than say , a skillet , but you can still get a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
If you ’ re unfamiliar with the world of lawn care , you might think a chainsaw on a pole is an absolutely terrible idea .
Or an awesome zombie apocalypse weapon .
Either or .
But a pole saw can be great for taking care of pesky bowing branches , especially if you live in an area where a strong storm can rip those branches off the trees and cause serious damage .
If you need a pole saw to protect your home from trees and zombies , you can pick @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for just $ 49 at Home Depot .
Not bad at all !
Tired of breathing in the filthy quarantine air pervading your home ?
You don ’ t HAVE to keep torturing yourself : the Vava EE008 air purifier , which just came out recently , is down 27 % to $ 110 with by clipping the coupon on the page and entering our exclusive promo code KINJAAP8 at checkout .
Made to cover rooms up to 323 square feet ( more than half the size of my apartment ) , it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ minutes , thanks to the bulit-in anions mode .
A smart air quality monitor shows air quality in real time while adjusting fan speed depending on results .
You can also customize the fan speed yourself , with four options to choose from and two modes .
After a while , though , the 4-in-1 HEPA filter will need replacing over time as indicated by a filter change light .
Fortunately , we ’ re a one-stop shop .
SideDeal ’ s sale on this European Cordless Steamer Mop couldn ’ t come @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the house more we are cultivating more mess , that ’ s just a fact .
And if you have multiple people or animals it ’ s probably a smidge more chaotic .
Don ’ t worry you ’ ll be cleaning up more than savings with this Polti mop in no time for $ 69 .
SideDeal has discounted this more than 50 % off its original price of $ 170 .
What ’ s cool about this cordless mop is that you don ’ t need any chemicals or detergents @ @ @ @ @ @ @ worry about extra safety for kids and/or pets .
The steam kills 99.9 % of germs and bacteria wherever you use it .
It ’ s lightweight and easy to move especially if you live in an upstairs/downstairs situation .
And best of all the charging station re-sanitizes the cleaning cloth for you .
No additional messes .
If you ’ ve read a few of our pieces on SideDeal before and you like what you ’ ve seen they offer a $ 5 monthly fee to get free shipping on all of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Otherwise , it ’ s a flat rate of $ 8 .
Are you trying to be a budding chef ?
Do you have plans to start a YouTube channel , or are you just looking for some quality pots and pans ?
Well , look no further than the Epicurious 11-piece cookware set .
It ’ s made of stainless steel , non-stick , and is dishwasher safe .
The $ 152 set also has cool-touch handles so you won ’ t have to worry about burning your hands while making a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the oven .
You ’ ll get one stockpot , two saucepans , one frying pan , one saute pan , and four lids .
Grab this before it ’ s gone !
Look , duffel bags are useful .
You can use them for fitness , for travel , for storing stuff in the car .
But get a flimsy duffel bag and it can be more frustrating than useful to mess with .
With Under Armour ’ s Duffle Bag , though , you ’ re assured quality , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ $ 25 .
That should be big enough for most gym-goers ’ workout gear , or an overnight bag for a business trip .
If you have ever been curious about trying Fenty now is the time .
They have never run a sitewide sale before but from now until May 18 you can get 25 % off anything .
This even includes sale items and value sets .
You can snag the best seller pro filt ’ r longwear foundation for almost $ 9 less .
I love my Moroccan Spice palette @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
This is absolutely the deal you ’ ve been waiting for and if it goes well maybe we will get another one this year .
Free shipping on all orders and the discount comes off once you add the items to your cart .
If we ’ ve learned one thing from quarantine , it ’ s that our urges don ’ t stop even though a pandemic is currently going on .
Luckily for you , I have a solution .
For a low $ 49 , you bae can get @ @ @ @ @ @ @ toy bundle that includes a g-spot vibe and a masturbation sleeve for anyone with a penis , as well as sex tarot cards and a power bank to keep everything charged up and ready to go ( and get off ) .
Grab this deal and climax again and again !
Luxury shoe designer Stuart Weitzman famously said , “ I design shoes to make women happy.
” And filling his collection with a variety that checks both form or function he has done that .
Now yes , these are a bit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ deal like 40 % off comes around you take notice .
From now until June 7 you can take advantage of that sale .
There ’ s plenty of strappy sandals , snazzy sneakers , and flattering flats .
A handful of purses and boots from the winter collection remain if you ’ re feeling like you want to prep for next season .
The classic Gabby flat is a best seller and super versatile .
If you have the urge to splurge the Analeigh sandal would be a great addition to a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of self-care is faces masks .
It ’ s true !
Look at any definition of self-care and it ’ s there .
Ok .
It may not be .
Truth is there is no right or wrong way to treat yourself on self-care day but you can do it in a fun way .
Until tomorrow the SkinStore is giving you 30 % off a selection of face mask products and there are some great companies in this sale .
Just use code MASK30 at checkout .
I am a huge fan @ @ @ @ @ @ @ absolutely tops in this realm .
The Peaches and Roses set has six items for $ 10 less with the code .
Snow Fox is a company right on the heels of them and has been growing in popularity .
Their Arctic Breeze set is a great purchase to grab before summer as it helps cool and calms the skin after a sunburn .
Dr. Hauschka ’ s products have been in rotation for me for years and this firming mask is excellent if you have a few lines you want to have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Sale ends tomorrow and there ’ s free shipping on all orders over $ 49 .
I heard that Joker was good , or something .
I can ’ t really comment as I haven ’ t seen it myself .
But , who am I to deny Joker fans a good deal on their movies ?
The Blu-Ray for last year ’ s Joker is on Amazon for just $ 15 , and that ’ s pretty darn good .
Blu-Ray movie deals are selling out fast too ( one sold out @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ! )
, so grab this before it ’ s gone .
Also , definitely don ’ t dance down the stairs .
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 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ - Parabellum , is $ 8 .
Altogether , 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 ?
• None Save up to 30 % on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ • None 20 % Off Any One Item | ThermoWorks • None Start a new series on Kindle at $ 1 & up | Amazon DEALS YOU MAY HAVE MISSED Maybe I ’ m just nostalgic for travel but when I saw this sale I thought about every hotel I visited during my con travel .
I ’ m sure you ’ ve come across Molton Brown in the hotels you ’ ve stayed in over the years too .
I actually asked housekeeping for more hand lotion each day when I was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 18 get 25 % off all Molton Brown products at Lookfantastic with code MOLTON25 .
Their lotion is absolutely something I covet .
But the soap is equally amazing .
The black peppercorn body wash is one of Lookfantatitic ’ s top-selling items .
Molton Brown has been creating quality products for 49 years so whatever you choose you won ’ t be disappointed .
Free shipping on all orders over $ 30 .
Popping pills to numb the pain shouldn ’ t always be your first and only resort .
Sometimes , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ need , and with a $ 29 Vivaspa shiatsu massager at MorningSave , there ’ s no reason not to keep this helpmate on standby .
Although it ’ s advertised as being perfect for the neck and lumbar , you could technically use this on any of your aching muscles .
With two heated kneading nodes working out all the kinks , you can afford to put off a couple of those expensive spa days .
If the aforementioned blender alone won ’ t do the trick , then consider the Ninja @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can see above , this bundle comes with a lot more kitchen gadgets that could come in handy .
Not only do you get more power from this 1500W system , but it also comes with a 64oz food processing bowl for chopping up food and even mixing together dough .
It also has a pair of 16oz Nutri Ninja cups with lids , perfect for smoothies .
All told , this beastly bundle is $ 40 off right now .

Gabe Carey, Ignacia, Jordan McMahon, Quentyn Kennemer,  and Sheilah Villari on Kinja Deals, shared by Gabe Carey to The Root

A work-from-home sale on Branch premium office furniture, a Sega Genesis Mini gaming console, a 5.6qt Magic Chef air fryer, and a Garmin Forerunner 645 Music smartwatch round out Monday’s best deals.
Bookmark Kinja Deals and follow us on Twitter to never miss a deal!
The Garmin Forerunner 645 Music launched to a crowd of runners and fitness buffs with the best built-in GPS and workout tracking you’ll find. The watch debuted at $450 and the price has rarely dipped over the couple of years it’s been out, but Amazon has it down to $230, and you’ll be hard-pressed to find it any cheaper.
Beyond Garmin’s navigational expertise and advanced workout functions, the Forerunner 645 equips you with a host of smartphone functions that not all their other running watches sport, such as smartphone notifications and music controls.
This price will only persist through the end of the day, so order one as soon as you can.
If during quarantine you’ve found it difficult to keep the pictures on social media fresh you’re not alone. Using the same places or angles where you have space or good light has made things a bit dull. SideDeal is giving you the chance to boost your selfie game with this ten-piece set for just $19.
If you’re a bit of a solo photo taker this is a great set. I personally have bought a few of these individually and I wished I had seen something like this first. I can absolutely say the remote for the shutter is worth it alone. The tripod is also essential if you do a bit of OOTD (that’s outfit of the day) shooting. But get creative and play around with the three lenses too. You’re getting a wide-angle, fisheye, and macro zoom lens in this pack so plenty to shoot in pursuit of the perfect picture.
If you’ve read a few of our pieces on SideDeal before and you like what you’ve seen they offer a $5 monthly fee to get free shipping on all of your orders no matter how many. Otherwise, it’s a flat rate of $8.
Whether you want a private jam session or something to fill a room, you can stock up on JBL’s wireless audio products for cheap. You have portable speakers to fill moderate-sized rooms, like the $120 JBL Charge 4, plus the much more aggressive PartyBox 200 and 300—a pair of portable amp-sized speakers with dazzling light shows built-in—at $350 and $400, respectively. For personal listening, you can also pick up a pair of JBL Live 500BT on-ear headphones for $80 featuring head-shaking 50mm drivers, 30-hour battery life, and ambient aware mode.
NordVPN is one of the most widely-acclaimed VPN services out there and has been downloaded en masse by our readers during past deals. The service lets you connect up to six simultaneous devices and access 5,871 servers worldwide, with no logs kept of your actions.
Right now, the best deal is to spring for three years of service and save 70% off of the regular monthly price. You’ll have to spend $126 to do so, but at least then you won’t have to think about it again until 2023!
This story was originally published by Gabe Carey on 4/17/2020 and updated by Andrew Hayward with new information on 5/7/2020.
Sure, sometimes it seems like you’ve reached the end of Netflix’s good content, but there’s still plenty of great movies and TV shows to watch while we’re stuck indoors. Now’s a good time to get started on FX’s Mrs. America, or you could always give MIddleditch and Schwartz a try if you need a good laugh. Right now, you can get a Roku Ultra HDR 4K for $80 at B&H Photo, saving you $20, which you could always use to rent Uncut Gems and watch it with the family this weekend.
If you’re looking for a handy pair of workout headphones to get you in the zone, I dare you to consider Monster iSport Bluetooth headphones. It’s a cheap, cheap $10, down from the original list price of $70. Just remember that these are certified refurbished, but if you’re going for a run or lifting some weights, you can really make the most of these. It has five hours of playtime, a secure clip to keep the buds from falling out, and is sweatproof for added comfort. Grab a pair before they’re gone!
Feeling nostalgic? You can feed that 16-bit void in your heart with a Sega Genesis Mini, a reincarnation of the classic console that helped save the gaming industry. For $50—not the lowest we’ve ever seen, but close—it comes with 42 games, including crowd favorites like Sonic, Mega Man, Ecco the Dolphin, Earthworm Jim, Virtua Fighter, Shinobi III, Street Fighter 2, Toe Jam & Earl, Altered Beast, Gunstar Heroes ... need I go on?
If you’re an Animal Crossing fan, you’ve probably been looking forward to the Animal Crossing: New Horizons Official Companion Guide. This book from Future Press is practically an encyclopedia for the game, but it was delayed for a while (no doubt because of COVID), and then eventually sold out. However, you can now order the $30 guide again! It’s still listed as out of stock, but if you’re more patient than the Amazon users that review bombed the page, you can order now and get a copy as soon as it’s back in stock.
The Nintendo Switch is finally getting its first Paper Mario RPG July 17. Dubbed Paper Mario: The Origami King, you’ll play as Mario and his new pal Olivia in a classic search-and-rescue story for none other than—you guessed it—Princess Peach. Seriously, can someone get her some self defense lessons already?
Pre-order Paper Mario: The Origami King for $60 at Amazon, and you’ll be in line to receive it the day the game launches.
Don’t forget that if the price drops between now and release date, Amazon will automatically adjust your total for the discount. Plus, Amazon doesn’t charge until it ships, so you have enough time to rush through a couple more of your current games before you’ll need to trade them, especially since you won’t be able to put this one down.
Need to beat some people up? Beat down some enemies and practice proper social distancing standards with Soulcalibur VI! The fighting game is on sale on the PS4 for just $20 on Amazon, and better yet, the PS4 Season Pass if $15 (usually $25)! So, you can get the complete Soulcalibur experience for $35, and that’s a pretty nice price.
One of the premier “fighting people with weapons” series, Soulcalibur VI is a blast to play, but it’s probably most well-known for its extensive character creator. People have... uh, made some pretty interesting things in it:
If character creation isn’t your thing, though, this fighting game has two meaty story modes to work through—one of them long enough to more than justify the purchase price. And, of course, you can go online afterwards and probably get trashed by the competition! What? That’s just me? Well... it’s still fun.
If you’re buying LEGO for a young kid, start with one of the LEGO Classic boxes. This Large set gives you a sizable pile of 790 pieces to start with.
Without step-by-step directions, this set is ideal for getting kids familiar with the tiny blocks and unlocking a bit of creativity in the process. Of course, there are larger Duplo blocks for the really young’uns, but LEGO suggests this is ideal for ages 4+. It’s $16 off right now.
This is a fact—those of us who are privileged to work from home will be doing so for the foreseeable future. Even once we start going back into the office, chances are you’ll only be going in a couple of days a week. That’s why, if you’re anything like me, you’ve been desperately looking for better WFH equipment without breaking the bank.
Enter Branch Furniture, the fast-growing startup offering premium office furniture for less. Their staple bestseller, the Branch Ergonomic Chair, equips you with comfort and quality while remaining on budget. You can buy it right now for 20% off at just $279, with free (and fast) shipping included! Their even more budget-friendly option, the Branch Task Chair, is down to $199 from $269 with free shipping. And, if you make a purchase and refer a friend, you’ll get a FREE stationery set from Baronfig, courtesy of Branch, which includes a sleek hardcover notebook and pen.
If those options don’t do it for you, you can also choose from an office desk that is $495, a supercharged standing desk for $815, a small filing cabinet for $155, and a modern Guest Chair for $395. Grab these before they’re gone!
This handsome, hand-carved teak bookshelf could be a perfect accent to any room, whether it’s by a couch, a bed, or standing on its own. According to Anthropologie, this online exclusive “grows even more beautiful with use, love, and time.” Ready to put that claim to the test? Ju st give it a few years. It’s discounted from the original $898 price point.
If you’re itching for a kitchen upgrade right about now, you can snag this All-Clad four-slice Belgian waffle maker at a significant discount. It’s 33% off the regular price for a 1600-watt device with stainless steel on the outside and a non-stick finish inside.
I have four little dogs, and while I do walk them and love them a bunch, they make a hell of a mess—especially on my area rugs. Recently, one of my pups, Benjamin Alexander Cuddles, named by a younger cousin, had a bit of stomach flu and got sick on said area rug. What did I do? Pulled out my full-sized Bissell to take care of it. Which leads me to this baby. For a decent $70, you can also clean up your doggie’s messes easily with the Bissell’s spray, scrub, and suction modes. Since it’s cordless, it’ll take less time to get your carpet back to working order. Grab one before it’s gone!
Parenthood is sweet, but not knowing what your newborn is doing (they’re probably sleeping) while you’re in another part of the house is anxiety-inducing. With the Eufy SpaceView baby monitor for $110, which is 30% off its original list price of $160, you can keep an eye on your baby without marching up and down the stairs or hallway every time you think you hear a peep. You get automatic alerts if your baby is crying, so you’ll really, REALLY know if something is wrong. It also has a 1000ft range so you can watch your little creation anywhere in your home! Grab it before it is gone.
We’re a week away from Memorial Day, which many Americans regard as the official day of summer and the annual grand barbecue season kickoff. To prepare, get yourself some staple items at ThermoWorks where you can take 20% off any one item, including pro-grade thermometers and ThermaPens, alarms and timers, and more. Unfortunately, this sale doesn’t apply to the WAND forehead thermometer, which you should probably buy anyway to screen anyone who wants to attend your cookout for the ‘rona.
Today at Meh, you can buy a queen-sized Restorology air mattress for $39, complete with a built-in pump. That feature is important, because what they don’t tell you when buying an air mattress is that they’ll give you a nice, firm sleep at the beginning of the night only to deflate into a glorified sleeping bag by sunrise.
Despite all the foretelling by The Jetsons that technological progression would culminate with flying cars and teleportation devices, it’s the air fryer that has the world going nuts. If you haven’t already jumped aboard the for the revolution, you can do so now for $59 at SideDeal, where you can get a Magic Chef 5.6qt air fryer with enough room to feed the whole family.
Cast-iron skillets are like, the most versatile things ever. You can cook something on the stove and throw the skillet in the oven afterwards, and with proper care, the thing will last years. A cast-iron skillet is an investment, so while they can be a little expensive, they’re worth it. But if you need one, you’re in luck today, as Bed Bath & Beyond has some high-quality skillets for just $100.
Since this order’s above $39, you’ll get free shipping with your skillet, too. Which is nice, considering everything. You might want to pick one up fast, though, as the blue colored skillet is already sold out. Who knows how long the red and black ones will last?
Maybe you’ve been feeling some FOMO watching all your friends dive deep into cooking in quarantine, or maybe you’ve been whipping up some tasty meals yourself and you’re ready for some new gear to spice things up. Cast iron gear will cook things a little differently than, say, a Teflon surface, but they’re a great investment that can make a huge difference in things like cooking steaks or a hash on the stove. Right now at Amazon, you can get 22% off a 7 QT casserole dish, or even a 12-inch chicken fryer. They might be a bit more niche than say, a skillet, but you can still get a lot of good dishes out of these.
If you’re unfamiliar with the world of lawn care, you might think a chainsaw on a pole is an absolutely terrible idea. Or an awesome zombie apocalypse weapon. Either or. But a pole saw can be great for taking care of pesky bowing branches, especially if you live in an area where a strong storm can rip those branches off the trees and cause serious damage. If you need a pole saw to protect your home from trees and zombies, you can pick up this Martha Stewart ten-foot pole saw for just $49 at Home Depot. Not bad at all!
Tired of breathing in the filthy quarantine air pervading your home? You don’t HAVE to keep torturing yourself: the Vava EE008 air purifier, which just came out recently, is down 27% to $110 with by clipping the coupon on the page and entering our exclusive promo code KINJAAP8 at checkout.
Made to cover rooms up to 323 square feet (more than half the size of my apartment), it’ll reduce dust in just 9 minutes, thanks to the bulit-in anions mode. A smart air quality monitor shows air quality in real time while adjusting fan speed depending on results. You can also customize the fan speed yourself, with four options to choose from and two modes.
After a while, though, the 4-in-1 HEPA filter will need replacing over time as indicated by a filter change light. Fortunately, we’re a one-stop shop.
SideDeal’s sale on this European Cordless Steamer Mop couldn’t come at a better time. With being in the house more we are cultivating more mess, that’s just a fact. And if you have multiple people or animals it’s probably a smidge more chaotic. Don’t worry you’ll be cleaning up more than savings with this Polti mop in no time for $69. SideDeal has discounted this more than 50% off its original price of $170.
What’s cool about this cordless mop is that you don’t need any chemicals or detergents so you don’t need to worry about extra safety for kids and/or pets. The steam kills 99.9% of germs and bacteria wherever you use it. It’s lightweight and easy to move especially if you live in an upstairs/downstairs situation. And best of all the charging station re-sanitizes the cleaning cloth for you. No additional messes.
If you’ve read a few of our pieces on SideDeal before and you like what you’ve seen they offer a $5 monthly fee to get free shipping on all of your orders no matter how many. Otherwise, it’s a flat rate of $8.
Are you trying to be a budding chef? Do you have plans to start a YouTube channel, or are you just looking for some quality pots and pans? Well, look no further than the Epicurious 11-piece cookware set. It’s made of stainless steel, non-stick, and is dishwasher safe. The $152 set also has cool-touch handles so you won’t have to worry about burning your hands while making a roux or taking your browned chicken out of the oven. You’ll get one stockpot, two saucepans, one frying pan, one saute pan, and four lids. Grab this before it’s gone!
Look, duffel bags are useful. You can use them for fitness, for travel, for storing stuff in the car. But get a flimsy duffel bag and it can be more frustrating than useful to mess with. With Under Armour’s Duffle Bag, though, you’re assured quality, and right now a medium one is only $25. That should be big enough for most gym-goers’ workout gear, or an overnight bag for a business trip.
If you have ever been curious about trying Fenty now is the time. They have never run a sitewide sale before but from now until May 18 you can get 25% off anything. This even includes sale items and value sets.
You can snag the best seller pro filt’r longwear foundation for almost $9 less. I love my Moroccan Spice palette which is just $35 right now. This is absolutely the deal you’ve been waiting for and if it goes well maybe we will get another one this year.
Free shipping on all orders and the discount comes off once you add the items to your cart.
If we’ve learned one thing from quarantine, it’s that our urges don’t stop even though a pandemic is currently going on. Luckily for you, I have a solution. For a low $49, you bae can get your hands on a couples’ sex toy bundle that includes a g-spot vibe and a masturbation sleeve for anyone with a penis, as well as sex tarot cards and a power bank to keep everything charged up and ready to go (and get off). Grab this deal and climax again and again!
Luxury shoe designer Stuart Weitzman famously said, “I design shoes to make women happy.” And filling his collection with a variety that checks both form or function he has done that. Now yes, these are a bit on the expensive side so when a deal like 40% off comes around you take notice. From now until June 7 you can take advantage of that sale.
There’s plenty of strappy sandals, snazzy sneakers, and flattering flats. A handful of purses and boots from the winter collection remain if you’re feeling like you want to prep for next season. The classic Gabby flat is a best seller and super versatile. If you have the urge to splurge the Analeigh sandal would be a great addition to a warmer weather wardrobe.
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An actual tenant of self-care is faces masks. It’s true! Look at any definition of self-care and it’s there. Ok. It may not be. Truth is there is no right or wrong way to treat yourself on self-care day but you can do it in a fun way. Until tomorrow the SkinStore is giving you 30% off a selection of face mask products and there are some great companies in this sale. Just use code MASK30 at checkout.
I am a huge fan of Tony Moly, their masks are absolutely tops in this realm. The Peaches and Roses set has six items for $10 less with the code. Snow Fox is a company right on the heels of them and has been growing in popularity. Their Arctic Breeze set is a great purchase to grab before summer as it helps cool and calms the skin after a sunburn. Dr. Hauschka’s products have been in rotation for me for years and this firming mask is excellent if you have a few lines you want to have magically disappear for a few hours.
Sale ends tomorrow and there’s free shipping on all orders over $49.
I heard that Joker was good, or something. I can’t really comment as I haven’t seen it myself. But, who am I to deny Joker fans a good deal on their movies? The Blu-Ray for last year’s Joker is on Amazon for just $15, and that’s pretty darn good. Blu-Ray movie deals are selling out fast too (one sold out AS I was writing the post—how rude!), so grab this before it’s gone. Also, definitely don’t dance down the stairs.
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. Altogether, 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?
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Maybe I’m just nostalgic for travel but when I saw this sale I thought about every hotel I visited during my con travel. I’m sure you’ve come across Molton Brown in the hotels you’ve stayed in over the years too. I actually asked housekeeping for more hand lotion each day when I was in Baltimore. From now until May 18 get 25% off all Molton Brown products at Lookfantastic with code MOLTON25.
Their lotion is absolutely something I covet. But the soap is equally amazing. The black peppercorn body wash is one of Lookfantatitic’s top-selling items. Molton Brown has been creating quality products for 49 years so whatever you choose you won’t be disappointed.
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Popping pills to numb the pain shouldn’t always be your first and only resort. Sometimes, a good heat massage is all you need, and with a $29 Vivaspa shiatsu massager at MorningSave,there’s no reason not to keep this helpmate on standby. Although it’s advertised as being perfect for the neck and lumbar, you could technically use this on any of your aching muscles. With two heated kneading nodes working out all the kinks, you can afford to put off a couple of those expensive spa days.
If the aforementioned blender alone won’t do the trick, then consider the Ninja Mega Kitchen System instead. As you can see above, this bundle comes with a lot more kitchen gadgets that could come in handy.
Not only do you get more power from this 1500W system, but it also comes with a 64oz food processing bowl for chopping up food and even mixing together dough. It also has a pair of 16oz Nutri Ninja cups with lids, perfect for smoothies. All told, this beastly bundle is $40 off right now.


theroot--2020-05-18--'They Broke My Son’s Face in 5 Places’: Des Moines Black Man Beaten in Potential Hate Crime

A black man was found brutally beaten in Des Moines , Iowa on Saturday , and he identified his assailants as three white men who used racial slurs during the attack .
Now , his father and members of the Des Moines NAACP chapter are urging investigators to look into the possibility that a hate crime was committed .
The Des Moines Register reports that 22-year-old DaQuan Jones was headed to his girlfriend ’ s house when he was attacked at around 3:25 a.m. on Saturday , according to the police report .
Tyia Campbell , a witness who said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ she and her friends were nearby , found Jones lying on the ground .
“ He told us [ the suspects ] were trying to kill him , ” Campbell said .
“ He was bloody .
He said he couldn ’ t breathe and thought he was dying.
” Campbell told the police the suspects were still at the scene when she and her friends arrived and that the men used racial slurs against them as well .
She said she heard one of them yell out , “ G et out @ @ @ @ @ @ @ going to get all of you out of here.
” DaQuan ’ s father , Daryl Jones , Jr. spoke at a news conference alongside members of the NAACP on Sunday to talk about what happened to his son .
“ They broke my son ’ s face in five places .
Five , ” he said .
“ [ The suspects ] know what they did .
I don ’ t want an uproar , I just want justice.
” On Saturday evening , Des Moines NAACP president Kameron Middlebrooks sent out @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ look out for each other ” and requesting that police not ignore the racist nature of the attack against Jones ’ attack and others like it .
“ We strongly urge the DMPD and the city ’ s elected officials to investigate these attacks to bring about equitable outcomes for the victims , ” Middlebrooks wrote .
Middlebrooks also spoke at the news conference Sunday , saying : “ After speaking with [ Da ] Quan , his family and the witnesses that have come forward , if the story is as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ occurred yesterday should be nothing less than a hate crime.
” Jones was immediately taken to the hospital after police arrived at the scene and found him on the ground .
He is expected to make a full recovery from his injuries .

A black man was found brutally beaten in Des Moines, Iowa on Saturday, and he identified his assailants as three white men who used racial slurs during the attack. Now, his father and members of the Des Moines NAACP chapter are urging investigators to look into the possibility that a hate crime was committed.
The Des Moines Register reports that 22-year-old DaQuan Jones was headed to his girlfriend’s house when he was attacked at around 3:25 a.m. on Saturday, according to the police report. Tyia Campbell, a witness who said she heard Jones screaming for help while she and her friends were nearby, found Jones lying on the ground.
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“He told us [the suspects] were trying to kill him,” Campbell said. “He was bloody. He said he couldn’t breathe and thought he was dying.”
Campbell told the police the suspects were still at the scene when she and her friends arrived and that the men used racial slurs against them as well. She said she heard one of them yell out, “G et out of our area; we’re going to get all of you out of here.”
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DaQuan’s father, Daryl Jones, Jr. spoke at a news conference alongside members of the NAACP on Sunday to talk about what happened to his son.
“They broke my son’s face in five places. Five,” he said. “[The suspects] know what they did. I don’t want an uproar, I just want justice.”
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On Saturday evening, Des Moines NAACP president Kameron Middlebrooks sent out a press release urging black residents to “look out for each other” and requesting that police not ignore the racist nature of the attack against Jones’ attack and others like it.
“We strongly urge the DMPD and the city’s elected officials to investigate these attacks to bring about equitable outcomes for the victims,” Middlebrooks wrote.
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Middlebrooks also spoke at the news conference Sunday, saying: “After speaking with [Da] Quan, his family and the witnesses that have come forward, if the story is as they state it is, then what occurred yesterday should be nothing less than a hate crime.”
Jones was immediately taken to the hospital after police arrived at the scene and found him on the ground. He is expected to make a full recovery from his injuries.


theroot--2020-05-18--Trump Just Claimed He’s Taking Hydroxychloroquine. He's Probably Lying and 2 More Ways to View This

Trump Just Claimed He’s Taking Hydroxychloroquine. He's Probably Lying and 2 More Ways to View This Revelation

The president of the United States ran out here and purchased a Cadillac Escalade full of hydroxychloroquine , the drug that , at one point , showed a glimmer of hope against the coronavirus , but new research showed that it may be more fatal for some , especially those with heart conditions , and for those it didn ’ t kill , it was deemed useless .
Yet none of this—not science , not deaths , not results or non-results , for that matter—has stopped the president from moving full-speed ahead with his ringing endorsement of the drug used @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Monday , the president told a group of stunned reporters that he ’ s not only a spokesperson for the drug , he ’ s also a member as he admitted that he started taking the controversial drug some weeks ago .
Trump claimed that people would be surprised at how many people were taking the drug , which the Food and Drug Administration has warned against taking outside a hospital environment or clinical trial .
Then , he admitted that he ’ s been taking the drug .
What in the holy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can look at this : • The president is lying .
I don ’ t know why he ’ s lying , but I know that he ’ s a liar and I know that liars lie .
That ’ s their job in the same way that haters hate .
• He is a white man , which is the equivalent of staying at Holiday Inn Express , which means that you don ’ t have to listen to science or doctors or anyone else , because you just know more than @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this guy who worked as a surgeon .
• He ’ s batshit crazy and has so many drugs in his system that , much like Keith Richards and Ozzy Osbourne before him , his body is going to be studied by scientists once he passes .
No word on whether the president is drinking bleach , but this is surely going to have a huge impact on his voters , who have ignored science , Dr. Anthony Fauci , black people with science degrees and women to follow Golden Corral Jesus ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a global pandemic .

The president of the United States ran out here and purchased a Cadillac Escalade full of hydroxychloroquine, the drug that, at one point, showed a glimmer of hope against the coronavirus, but new research showed that it may be more fatal for some, especially those with heart conditions, and for those it didn’t kill, it was deemed useless. Yet none of this—not science, not deaths, not results or non-results, for that matter—has stopped the president from moving full-speed ahead with his ringing endorsement of the drug used to treat malaria.
Well, on Monday, the president told a group of stunned reporters that he’s not only a spokesperson for the drug, he’s also a member as he admitted that he started taking the controversial drug some weeks ago.
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Trump claimed that people would be surprised at how many people were taking the drug, which the Food and Drug Administration has warned against taking outside a hospital environment or clinical trial. Then, he admitted that he’s been taking the drug.
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What in the holy fuck?
There are three ways we can look at this:
The president is lying. I don’t know why he’s lying, but I know that he’s a liar and I know that liars lie. That’s their job in the same way that haters hate. He is a white man, which is the equivalent of staying at Holiday Inn Express, which means that you don’t have to listen to science or doctors or anyone else, because you just know more than the rest of the world. Like this guy who worked as a surgeon He’s batshit crazy and has so many drugs in his system that, much like Keith Richards and Ozzy Osbourne before him, his body is going to be studied by scientists once he passes.
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No word on whether the president is drinking bleach, but this is surely going to have a huge impact on his voters, who have ignored science, Dr. Anthony Fauci, black people with science degrees and women to follow Golden Corral Jesus’ word on medications and their effectiveness during a global pandemic.


theroot--2020-05-18--Just in Time for Memorial Day BBQs, Save 20% on Any One Item at ThermoWorks

20 % Off Any One Item | ThermoWorks We ’ re a week away from Memorial Day , which many @ @ @ @ @ day of summer and the annual grand barbecue season kickoff .
To prepare , get @ @ @ @ @ ThermoWorks where you can take 20 % off any one item , including pro-grade thermometers @ @ @ @ @ timers , and more .
Unfortunately , this sale doesn ’ t apply to the @ @ @ @ @ you should probably buy anyway to screen anyone who wants to attend your cookout for @ @ @ @

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We’re a week away from Memorial Day, which many Americans regard as the official day of summer and the annual grand barbecue season kickoff. To prepare, get yourself some staple items at ThermoWorks where you can take 20% off any one item, including pro-grade thermometers and ThermaPens, alarms and timers, and more. Unfortunately, this sale doesn’t apply to the WAND forehead thermometer, which you should probably buy anyway to screen anyone who wants to attend your cookout for the ‘rona.


theroot--2020-05-18--Georgia Keeps Releasing Misleading Data About Its COVID-19 Cases

Georgia ’ s Department of Public Health is being called out by epidemiology experts , elected officials and residents for releasing misleading information about COVID-19 numbers in the state , which was one of the first in the country to reopen in the midst of the pandemic .
The DPH published a graph to its website last week that appeared to show Georgia ’ s COVID-19 cases decreasing—because the data was organized in a way that no reasonable ( or honest ) person would think makes sense : In fact , there was no clear downward trend .
The data @ @ @ @ @ @ @ held steady or dropped slightly in the past two weeks .
Experts agree that cases in those five counties were flat when Georgia began to reopen late last month .
DPH changed the graph Monday after more than a day of online mockery , public concern and a letter from a state representative .
Gov .
Brian Kemp ’ s office issued an apology and its spokespeople said they ’ d never make this kind of mistake again .
Candice Broce , communications director for Kemp , tweeted an explanation after the state @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for the misleading graph : Sounds like a lot of gibberish to say , “ we lied.
” According to AJC , the same DPH has also been caught reporting more confirmed cases than actual tests performed and is currently displaying Georgia ’ s COVID-19 deaths with a chart on its website that makes the number appear to be almost zero .
Experts in Georgia are now calling foul on the pattern of shoddy data coming from the DPH during coronavirus .
A clinical associate professor at the Georgia State University School of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ mix-up “ criminal ” and said DPH has shown a pattern of reporting misleading data .
“ I have a hard time understanding how this happens without it being deliberate , ” said State Rep. Jasmine Clark , D-Lilburn , who received her doctorate in microbiology and molecular genetics at Emory University .
“ Literally nowhere ever in any type of statistics would that be acceptable.
” While Kemp has said he is using data to guide decision-making about lifting coronavirus-related restrictions in Georgia , it ’ s probably a good idea for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to question any assurances from a governor who has been under investigation for stealing the last election through voter suppression .

Georgia’s Department of Public Health is being called out by epidemiology experts, elected officials and residents for releasing misleading information about COVID-19 numbers in the state, which was one of the first in the country to reopen in the midst of the pandemic.
The DPH published a graph to its website last week that appeared to show Georgia’s COVID-19 cases decreasing—because the data was organized in a way that no reasonable (or honest) person would think makes sense:
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From AJC:
In fact, there was no clear downward trend. The data is still preliminary, and cases have held steady or dropped slightly in the past two weeks. Experts agree that cases in those five counties were flat when Georgia began to reopen late last month. DPH changed the graph Monday after more than a day of online mockery, public concern and a letter from a state representative. Gov. Brian Kemp’s office issued an apology and its spokespeople said they’d never make this kind of mistake again.
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Candice Broce, communications director for Kemp, tweeted an explanation after the state’s health department was called out for the misleading graph:
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Sounds like a lot of gibberish to say, “we lied.”
According to AJC, the same DPH has also been caught reporting more confirmed cases than actual tests performed and is currently displaying Georgia’s COVID-19 deaths with a chart on its website that makes the number appear to be almost zero.
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Experts in Georgia are now calling foul on the pattern of shoddy data coming from the DPH during coronavirus.
From AJC:
A clinical associate professor at the Georgia State University School of Public Health, called the most recent mix-up “criminal” and said DPH has shown a pattern of reporting misleading data. “I have a hard time understanding how this happens without it being deliberate,” said State Rep. Jasmine Clark, D-Lilburn, who received her doctorate in microbiology and molecular genetics at Emory University. “Literally nowhere ever in any type of statistics would that be acceptable.”
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While Kemp has said he is using data to guide decision-making about lifting coronavirus-related restrictions in Georgia, it’s probably a good idea for black people who reside in the state to question any assurances from a governor who has been under investigation for stealing the last election through voter suppression.


theroot--2020-05-18--Eryn Allen Kane's Song 'Fragile' Is One of The Most Beautifullest Things In This World

I don ’ t know what I was doing awake on the Saturday before Easter ( April 12 ) , at midnight , but whatever it was , I Shazam ’ d a song at 12:05 A.M. My best guess is that , per usual , I was watching a movie , or some television show and heard a snippet of a song that tickled my fancy .
( I n my life , Shazam is the greatest life hack to ever do it . )
The song I Shazam ’ d , though , was Eryn Allen Kane ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from 2019 ’ s a tree planted by water EP .
Eryn Allen Kane is an artist who I ’ ve heard of but whose music didn ’ t exactly hit me the way I was told it would .
I was made aware of her Aviary Act I EP by several folks who told me to check her out because of her voice .
I ’ m a voice guy ; there ’ s a certain tone to the singing voices of most of my favorite female singers like Amel Larrieux and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sent me in her direction , but I wasn ’ t compelled .
None of this is to say that I don ’ t think her music was good , it just didn ’ t grab me .
Also , I ’ m pointing this out to explain why I ’ m writing , today , about a song that came out in 2019 , that I Shazam ’ d over a month ago in April .
Like most art , where you are and what you ’ re doing determines how music @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Fragile , ” hit me like a comet .
And now , I ’ m different .
“ Fragile ” is one of the most beautifullest songs I ’ ve ever heard .
It is well-written .
It is personal .
The music perfectly matches the words .
Her voice and the vocal arrangement on the song are so sympatico that I ’ m mad that I ’ m so late to discovering this song .
I was pissed last night when I listened the first time .
I was mad at people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ me harder to keep listening .
I was mad at myself .
I was mad that it was midnight in May and I couldn ’ t blast this song from speakers loudly so that I could truly feel the magnitude of the song .
In case you can not tell , I am in love with this song .
Here ’ s how I fell in love with a song at midnight in May .
For the past five weeks , ESPN has been running the biopic-like documentary on Michael Jordan , The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of it .
This is only consequential because it means that for the past five weeks , I have not watched a single episode of HBO ’ s Insecure in real-time .
Last night , around 11:30 P.M .
I pulled Insecure up on the DVR and started to watch it and some song or another came on that I liked and as I was about to Shazam , I looked at my list of Shazam ’ d songs .
There were several from Insecure , mostly because before the season started I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
I can tell when I finished because the song that ended season 3—Victoria Monet ’ s “ The Glow , ” a remix of the Willie Hutch song from The Last Dragon soundtrack—is on my list .
I have no idea what I watched after and can ’ t seem to figure it out .
Anyway , though I didn ’ t remember it , because I assumed “ Fragile ” was from the show ( I hadn ’ t looked at the time stamp ) , I figured I ’ d @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are amazeballs , shouts out to Raphael Saadiq—and hit play .
Maybe it ’ s because I was sitting on my couch in the dark and the mood was right or something , her voice hit me differently than it had before .
I know Eryn had some sort of vocal injury that impacted her singing voice , but I don ’ t know that I had such a vivid reminder of her voice before that but this time I had a reaction .
I stopped watching Insecure and listened to the song @ @ @ @ @ @ @ before listening to the words .
I was entirely caught up in the sound of her voice against the instrumental .
Over the next two hours , I literally spent the entire time reading every article online I could about the song , watching the video , and reading the lyrics and being entirely enraptured by the relatability and depth of the songwriting .
The song is about generational trauma being transferred from person to person , and in this case , from her grandmother to her mother to her and what that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hope to break free from them .
When she starts out the song say , “ My mother was a blind architect , her mother was too….designing huge walls no man could ever get through… ” I stopped the song and was like , “ Bruuuuuuuuuuh .
Woooooooow.
” The “ blind architect ” phrasing is some Frank Ocean , god-level phrasing .
The second verse starts with “ My mother taught me the way to operate a crane , carrying heavy loads with a smile through pouring rain… ” Listen , I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ like a lot of other people are .
I typically listen for how a song makes me feel , musically and emotionally .
But these words took me clean out .
On the hook , she warns , “ don ’ t you build it too tall , it may never fall , ” and I wanted to hug her so badly .
I was basically having a whole moment of empathy and amazement .
I was so impressed with every part of this song that I got mad that it wasn ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Adele wrote this song , it would have been a number one song for weeks .
While the song is obviously written for women , the very idea of becoming what you see and what you ’ re taught is one that I sit with , especially because I have children and as my wife reminded me , just yesterday , “ more is caught than taught.
” I want to make sure I don ’ t teach my kids how to function with traumas that aren ’ t their own .
My @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , but there are things that I realize and recognize about myself now that aren ’ t my fault , that require ( and have required ) unlearning over time in order to succeed ( when I have ) in relationships and especially with my children .
I ’ d hate for my children to build up metaphorical walls because of me , especially when I can see the cracks and fragilities .
It ’ s hard to be human , and we ’ re all a work in progress .
“ Fragile @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and for the past umpteen hours since hearing this song , it has been on repeat .
I get the message and the packaging is beautiful .
I hope that the song achieved its purpose for Eryn .
I can say , indisputably , this song hit me like a brick ( no pun intended ) and it , that simply , moved its way onto the list of songs that are both beautiful and that will be part of my life from here on out .

Panama Jackson on Very Smart Brothas, shared by Panama Jackson to The Root

I don’t know what I was doing awake on the Saturday before Easter (April 12), at midnight, but whatever it was, I Shazam’d a song at 12:05 A.M. My best guess is that, per usual, I was watching a movie, or some television show and heard a snippet of a song that tickled my fancy. ( I n my life, Shazam is the greatest life hack to ever do it.) The song I Shazam’d, though, was Eryn Allen Kane’s song, “Fragile, ” from 2019’s a tree planted by water EP.
Eryn Allen Kane is an artist who I’ve heard of but whose music didn’t exactly hit me the way I was told it would. I was made aware of her Aviary Act I EP by several folks who told me to check her out because of her voice. I’m a voice guy; there’s a certain tone to the singing voices of most of my favorite female singers like Amel Larrieux and Phyllis Hyman. I understood why folks sent me in her direction, but I wasn’t compelled. None of this is to say that I don’t think her music was good, it just didn’t grab me. Also, I’m pointing this out to explain why I’m writing, today, about a song that came out in 2019, that I Shazam’d over a month ago in April. Like most art, where you are and what you’re doing determines how music will impact.
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Last night, “Fragile,” hit me like a comet. And now, I’m different. “Fragile” is one of the most beautifullest songs I’ve ever heard. It is well-written. It is personal. The music perfectly matches the words. Her voice and the vocal arrangement on the song are so sympatico that I’m mad that I’m so late to discovering this song. I was pissed last night when I listened the first time. I was mad at people who told me about her not pressing me harder to keep listening. I was mad at myself. I was mad that it was midnight in May and I couldn’t blast this song from speakers loudly so that I could truly feel the magnitude of the song.
In case you cannot tell, I am in love with this song.
Here’s how I fell in love with a song at midnight in May.
For the past five weeks, ESPN has been running the biopic-like documentary on Michael Jordan, The Last Dance. You may have heard of it. This is only consequential because it means that for the past five weeks, I have not watched a single episode of HBO’s Insecure in real-time . Last night, around 11:30 P.M. I pulled Insecure up on the DVR and started to watch it and some song or another came on that I liked and as I was about to Shazam, I looked at my list of Shazam’d songs. There were several from Insecure, mostly because before the season started I binged the first 3 seasons in preparation. I can tell when I finished because the song that ended season 3—Victoria Monet’s “The Glow,” a remix of the Willie Hutch song from The Last Dragon soundtrack—is on my list. I have no idea what I watched after and can’t seem to figure it out.
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Anyway, though I didn’t remember it, because I assumed “Fragile” was from the show (I hadn’t looked at the time stamp), I figured I’d probably like it—Insecure’s musical selections are amazeballs, shouts out to Raphael Saadiq—and hit play. Maybe it’s because I was sitting on my couch in the dark and the mood was right or something, her voice hit me differently than it had before. I know Eryn had some sort of vocal injury that impacted her singing voice, but I don’t know that I had such a vivid reminder of her voice before that but this time I had a reaction. I stopped watching Insecure and listened to the song over and over, and this was before listening to the words. I was entirely caught up in the sound of her voice against the instrumental.
Over the next two hours, I literally spent the entire time reading every article online I could about the song, watching the video, and reading the lyrics and being entirely enraptured by the relatability and depth of the songwriting. The song is about generational trauma being transferred from person to person, and in this case, from her grandmother to her mother to her and what that looks and feels like, and the hope to break free from them. When she starts out the song say, “My mother was a blind architect, her mother was too….designing huge walls no man could ever get through…” I stopped the song and was like, “Bruuuuuuuuuuh. Woooooooow.” The “blind architect” phrasing is some Frank Ocean, god-level phrasing. The second verse starts with “My mother taught me the way to operate a crane, carrying heavy loads with a smile through pouring rain…”
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Listen, I’m not even a lyrics person like a lot of other people are. I typically listen for how a song makes me feel, musically and emotionally. But these words took me clean out. On the hook, she warns, “don’t you build it too tall, it may never fall,” and I wanted to hug her so badly. I was basically having a whole moment of empathy and amazement. I was so impressed with every part of this song that I got mad that it wasn’t all over the charts. If Adele wrote this song, it would have been a number one song for weeks.
While the song is obviously written for women, the very idea of becoming what you see and what you’re taught is one that I sit with, especially because I have children and as my wife reminded me, just yesterday, “more is caught than taught.” I want to make sure I don’t teach my kids how to function with traumas that aren’t their own. My parents did a wonderful job with me, but there are things that I realize and recognize about myself now that aren’t my fault, that require (and have required) unlearning over time in order to succeed (when I have) in relationships and especially with my children. I’d hate for my children to build up metaphorical walls because of me, especially when I can see the cracks and fragilities. It’s hard to be human, and we’re all a work in progress. “Fragile” is a stark reminder of that and for the past umpteen hours since hearing this song, it has been on repeat. I get the message and the packaging is beautiful.
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I hope that the song achieved its purpose for Eryn. I can say, indisputably, this song hit me like a brick (no pun intended) and it, that simply, moved its way onto the list of songs that are both beautiful and that will be part of my life from here on out.
It is, simply, beautiful.


theroot--2020-05-18--Let’s Stay (In) Together’: The Apollo Theater and DJ D-Nice Will Kick Off Black Music Month With Liv

Let’s Stay (In) Together’: The Apollo Theater and DJ D-Nice Will Kick Off Black Music Month With Livestream Dedications [Corrected]

June is nearing and that means it ’ s time to celebrate yet another Black Music Month .
We may be stuck inside , but Da Rona won ’ t stop no show !
As part of a month-long celebration called Apollo Sound , the Apollo Theater presents “ Let ’ s Stay ( In ) Together : A Benefit to Support the Apollo Theater , ” with guest artists performing songs by Apollo legends such as Stevie Wonder , Patti LaBelle , B.B .
King and more .
Those guest artists are still hush-hush for now , but what @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will kick off the month by hosting his popular Club Quarantine on his Instagram Live channel , with a special dedication to the Apollo Theater on June 1 .
D-Nice already has a relationship with the theater , serving as the DJ for its annual benefit for eight years .
Per the press release sent to The Root , the month-long event is “ part of the non-profit Theater ’ s campaign to raise $ 4 million in critical support to safeguard the iconic institution ’ s future following the unprecedented cancellation of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a portion of the resources raised will also be used to assist a micro-grant initiative for local small businesses .
“ For more than eight decades , the Apollo Theater ’ s strength and resiliency have been as constant as the talent on our stages , but like non-profit organizations around the world , we are facing an unparalleled challenge .
Immediate additional funding is critical for us at this time , and I am incredibly grateful to the generous donors and friends who have supported the Theater since we closed our doors @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Apollo Theater President & CEO , said in a statement .
“ I hope this online celebration inspires people across the globe to come together and enjoy the sounds of the Apollo , as well support the Theater ’ s mission to champion Black culture and the arts of the African diaspora .
Through such generosity we will be able to give back directly to the vibrant Harlem community that has supported us for many years.
” “ Music is one of the world ’ s enduring gifts , and its power to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ always been center stage at the Apollo , ” Kamilah Forbes , Apollo Theater Executive Producer , added .
“ Although our stages remain dark , the Apollo sound has never been more vibrant , and I ’ m grateful to DJ D-Nice for sharing it , and to Gibson for its support in helping us amplify our musical soundtrack while also raising funds for the Theater and our neighbors in Harlem.
” Keep your eyes peeled because the month will also bring more special treats , as part of Apollo Sound , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from the Apollo Theater Archives , Black Music Month teacher and resource guides and special conversations with Apollo artists.
” “ Let ’ s Stay ( In ) Together : A Benefit to Support the Apollo Theater ” will begin June 2 at 7:30 p.m. , ET and will stream live at apollotheater.org .
Correction : 5/18/2020 , 5:03p.m .
ET : An earlier version of this article noted that DJ D-Nice will be DJ-ing at the “ Let ’ s Stay ( In ) Together : A Benefit to Support the Apollo @ @ @ @ @ @ @ actually be hosting his Club Quarantine on his own platform and will dedicate the night to the Apollo Theater .
The story has been updated to reflect the correct information .

Tonja Renée Stidhum on The Grapevine, shared by Tonja Renée Stidhum to The Root

June is nearing and that means it’s time to celebrate yet another Black Music Month. We may be stuck inside, but Da Rona won’t stop no show!
As part of a month-long celebration called Apollo Sound, the Apollo Theater presents “Let’s Stay (In) Together: A Benefit to Support the Apollo Theater,” with guest artists performing songs by Apollo legends such as Stevie Wonder, Patti LaBelle, B.B. King and more. Those guest artists are still hush-hush for now, but what we do know is that DJ D-Nice will kick off the month by hosting his popular Club Quarantine on his Instagram Live channel, with a special dedication to the Apollo Theater on June 1. D-Nice already has a relationship with the theater, serving as the DJ for its annual benefit for eight years.
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Per the press release sent to The Root, the month-long event is “part of the non-profit Theater’s campaign to raise $4 million in critical support to safeguard the iconic institution’s future following the unprecedented cancellation of more than 100 programs.” Plus, a portion of the resources raised will also be used to assist a micro-grant initiative for local small businesses.
“For more than eight decades, the Apollo Theater’s strength and resiliency have been as constant as the talent on our stages, but like non-profit organizations around the world, we are facing an unparalleled challenge. Immediate additional funding is critical for us at this time, and I am incredibly grateful to the generous donors and friends who have supported the Theater since we closed our doors in March,” Jonelle Procope, Apollo Theater President & CEO, said in a statement. “I hope this online celebration inspires people across the globe to come together and enjoy the sounds of the Apollo, as well support the Theater’s mission to champion Black culture and the arts of the African diaspora. Through such generosity we will be able to give back directly to the vibrant Harlem community that has supported us for many years.”
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“Music is one of the world’s enduring gifts, and its power to connect, transform, and heal have always been center stage at the Apollo,” Kamilah Forbes, Apollo Theater Executive Producer, added. “Although our stages remain dark, the Apollo sound has never been more vibrant, and I’m grateful to DJ D-Nice for sharing it, and to Gibson for its support in helping us amplify our musical soundtrack while also raising funds for the Theater and our neighbors in Harlem.”
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Keep your eyes peeled because the month will also bring more special treats, as part of Apollo Sound, such as “never-before-seen photographs and video from the Apollo Theater Archives, Black Music Month teacher and resource guides and special conversations with Apollo artists.”
“Let’s Stay (In) Together: A Benefit to Support the Apollo Theater” will begin June 2 at 7:30 p.m., ET and will stream live at apollotheater.org.
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Correction: 5/18/2020, 5:03p.m. ET: An earlier version of this article noted that DJ D-Nice will be DJ-ing at the “Let’s Stay (In) Together: A Benefit to Support the Apollo Theater” event, however he will actually be hosting his Club Quarantine on his own platform and will dedicate the night to the Apollo Theater. The story has been updated to reflect the correct information.


theroot--2020-05-18--Level up Your Selfie Game for Just $19 With This Ten Piece Bundle

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Sheilah Villari on Kinja Deals, shared by Ignacia to The Root

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If you’re a bit of a solo photo taker this is a great set . I personally have bought a few of these individually and I wished I had seen something like this first. I can absolutely say the remote for the shutter is worth it alone. The tripod is also essential if you do a bit of OOTD (that’s outfit of the day) shooting . But get creative and play around with the three lenses too . You’re getting a wide-angle , fisheye, and macro zoom lens in this pack so plenty to shoot in pursuit of the perfect picture .
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