Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin As the U.S. deals with a baby formula shortage, actress and author Bette Midler posted a tweet that led to a bit of a feeding frenzy on Twitter. On Thursday, Midler tweeted, “TRY BREASTFEEEDING! It’s free and available on demand,” in response to a holy oligopoly, Batman-tweet from Stephanie Ruhle, the host of The 11th Hour and a Senior Business Analyst for NBC News : Midler’s tweet certainly didn’t go unnoticed on the Twittersphere and got quite a response, as in thousands of responses. One potential reason for the attention is that Midler is quite well-known for things ranging from singing “The Rose” and “Wind Beneath My Wings” to acting in movies such as Ruthless People and Beaches to advocating for LGBTQ+ rights. When a celebrity tweets anything, even if it’s about farting or art or both, it’s rare that no reaction will occur. But another reason was probably the specific wording of Midler’s tweet and the fact … [Read more...] about Bette Midler Tweets ‘Try Breastfeeding, It’s Free,’ Amidst Baby Formula Shortage, Here’s The Reaction
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The Secret Ingredient to Finding Your Next Million-Dollar Innovation Idea
Companies inattentive to innovation get left behind--or worse, fail altogether. While those of us over 40 fondly remember starting our weekends with a trip to the video store, for example, the experience pales in comparison to conveniently streaming blockbuster entertainment from the comfort of your couch. While hailing a cab in New York City was fun the first time, there's nothing like the certainty of watching the map on your screen as a dedicated driver heads your way to pick you up. In other words, though one experience may have delighted us initially, a more innovative--and perhaps industry altering--option could be waiting in the wings vying for our business. Successful brands are those that out-innovate the competition. They never settle for the status quo, always seeking the next differentiator for their category. They survive in today's highly competitive landscape by continually evolving to deliver better products, better services, and--most importantly--better customer … [Read more...] about The Secret Ingredient to Finding Your Next Million-Dollar Innovation Idea
McConnell Makes Secret Trip To Ukraine With Delegation Of Republican Senators
Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Topline Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) led a delegation of Republican senators to Kyiv to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Saturday, making them the latest group of lawmakers to secretly travel to the embattled country as the Senate works to pass a nearly $40 billion aid package. Key Facts McConnell was joined by Sens. John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), John Cornyn (R-Texas) and Susan Collins (R-Maine). Zelensky said in a statement the visit was a “powerful signal of bipartisan support,” and he thanked the U.S. for their strong sanctions, specifically banning Russian oil imports and the suspension of trade with Russia and Belarus. Zelensky said he looked forward to additional sanctions from the U.S., and he urged lawmakers to declare Russia a state sponsor of terrorism. Sens. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) and Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) introduced a resolution earlier this week, … [Read more...] about McConnell Makes Secret Trip To Ukraine With Delegation Of Republican Senators
In a post-‘Roe’ world, abortion pills won’t be enough
Christie Pitney is a certified nurse midwife who was working at a federally funded health center in California’s Central Valley when the pandemic struck. In those early months, several of her patients struggled to get abortions. Under normal circumstances, the closest abortion clinic is 45 minutes away, but during the pandemic, clinics around the country suffered staff shortages and canceled services. Patients were having trouble getting to clinics even when they were open. advertisement advertisement This is part of a series of articles on the business case for abortion access. See the full package here. “My patients and the population in that area, they don’t have reliable transportation. They are working six to seven days a week,” she says. “They have childcare needs and don’t have reliable income. Most of them are either working in a packing house or in the fields.” And that’s in California, one of the most accessible states to get an … [Read more...] about In a post-‘Roe’ world, abortion pills won’t be enough
Aiza Seguerra, Liza Diño wed a second time
AIZA Seguerra (left) and Liza Diño get giggly at their “symbolic” wedding in Batangas on Thursday. INQSnap this page for more photos! SAN JUAN, Batangas—The bride, actress and beauty titlist Liza Diño, was aware enough to call it “a symbolic ceremony” rather than a wedding rite, since same-sex marriage is still not legal in the Philippines. But the giggles, tears and that final kiss were all heartfelt—as though Diño indeed got married to actress-singer Aiza Seguerra. The event, held in Kota Keluerga here in Laiya on Thursday afternoon, was witnessed by the bride’s parents, Martin Diño and Marissa Bautista, and the groom’s, Dick and Caring Seguerra, as well as over 500 relatives and friends. AIZA and her family (from right): Dad Dick, brother Juanchi and mom Caring US wedding The couple was first married on Dec. 8 in San Francisco, California, where same-sex marriage was legalized in June 2008 (retracted in November that same year, and resumed in 2013). “We’re doing … [Read more...] about Aiza Seguerra, Liza Diño wed a second time
How Korean Drama ‘Pachinko’ Is Making Waves In Tattoo Design
Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Pachinko is Apple’s most compelling K-drama. The acclaimed drama based on the bestselling novel by Min Jin Lee, in the series created by Soo Hugh, which is being called “one of the best adaptations of all time. The series was recently picked up for a second season (the season finale of the first season made its debut on April 29). Hugh is also creating a new Apple Original series called The White Darkness. With May being Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month , recognizing the contributions of the AAPI community, it’s no surprise that Pachinko is one of the most talked about series on Apple TV+. Pachinko—told across three languages, Korean, Japanese, and English—tells the story of a Korean immigrant family across four generations. They leave their homeland in South Korea during the Japanese occupation, survive through the Second World War, and discrimination. The story is told through the eyes of … [Read more...] about How Korean Drama ‘Pachinko’ Is Making Waves In Tattoo Design
For Pride Month, Target is Selling Compression Tops And Packing Underwear
Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Ahead of Pride Month, Target has announced new collaborations with two LGBTQ+ clothing designers. The brands TomboyX and Humankind will both bring queer-friendly, limited-edition options to Target’s shelves. LGBTQ+ people deserve a wider selection of underwear and swimsuits. Most clothing brands create underwear and swimwear in distinct “male” and “female” categories. For example, swimsuits are often limited to board shorts marketed to men, while bikinis or form-fitting one-pieces are marketed to women. TomboyX makes underwear that are comfortable for people of any and all genders. Humankind sells swimwear like swim shirts and board shorts. Both of these brands help LGBTQ+ customers feel more comfortable in their own skin. Customers can find TomboyX clothing online and in some stores throughout May. Target plans to start sell Humankind garments on May 25th. What can shoppers expect from these … [Read more...] about For Pride Month, Target is Selling Compression Tops And Packing Underwear
Pelosi Calls The Supreme Court ‘Dangerous To The Freedoms Of Our Country’
Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi had harsh words for the Supreme Court, Sunday, telling CNN’s Dana Bash on “State of The Union” that Trump-appointed justices had made the judiciary “dangerous” to freedom. “Who would have ever suspected that a creature like Donald Trump would become president of the United States, waving a list of judges that he would appoint, therefore, getting the support of the far-right, and appointing those anti-freedom justices to the court?” Pelosi exclaimed after Bash asked her why Democrats hadn’t anticipated an eventual overturn of Roe v. Wade. “Let’s not take our eye off the ball. The ball is this court, which is dangerous to the freedoms of our country,” Pelosi added, further suggesting that the court would also rule against marriage equality in the future. WATCH: Her words come after protestors have descended upon the homes of Trump-appointed justices, protesting the possible overturn of the 49-year-old Roe v. Wade decision. … [Read more...] about Pelosi Calls The Supreme Court ‘Dangerous To The Freedoms Of Our Country’