By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Each year, The National Dog Show, presented by Purina, brings families together by celebrating their beloved furry canine companions. While millions tuned in for the highly anticipated Best in Breed and Best in Show awards, another exciting competition has captured the spotlight: Thanksgiving’s Top Dog Contest, where America’s pups show
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Contenido patrocinado y proporcionado por Walgreens Es la temporada de fiestas —época de pasteles de frutas, fiestas con suéteres feos, hacer girar la pirinola y la infaltable tarjeta navideña. Incluso en la era digital actual, según el Servicio Postal de los Estados Unidos, los estadounidenses envían más de 1,100 millones
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By NewsPress Now (NAPSI)—Durante las fiestas, cuando los hogares se llenan de risas, alegría y seres queridos, organizar una alegre reunión puede ser una gran forma de ponerse al día con los amigos y la familia, y no tiene por qué ser abrumador. Con el plan adecuado, podrá gestionar el ajetreo navideño con
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By NewsPress Now (NAPSI)—Over 12.5 million Americans are eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid, but many don’t realize this and could be missing out on some valuable benefits. People who qualify for both health care programs can enroll in a type of Medicare Advantage plan called a Dual Eligible Special Needs Plan (D-SNP), offered by
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – The best holiday gifts keep kids engaged and creatively entertained for hours. So, if you’re looking for exciting new gifts to spark the imagination of the kids in your life, check out the latest offerings from Crayola, the #1 creative arts brand on wish lists for kids.* Parents and kids
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Finding the perfect gift for everyone on your list doesn’t have to add to the holiday season’s hustle and bustle. Flip that stressful script by picking one theme and sticking to it. Smartphones are a hot trend for gift giving this year — wouldn’t your friends and family love a
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By NewsPress Now by Doug Anderson, ENERGY STAR Certified Products (NAPSI)—Your home’s heating and cooling account for nearly half of your annual energy use—which, for the average American household, costs approximately $900 per year. Improving your heating and cooling efficiency can go a long way toward saving energy and money in the long
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – As the holiday season approaches, cybercriminals are ramping up their efforts to exploit both businesses and individuals. Cybercriminals know the biggest vulnerability in any organization isn’t the technology — it’s the people behind it. Whether you’re working late to finish up projects or just trying to get some last-minute holiday
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Did you know the cost of a four-year college education has increased 38% at private schools and 32% at public colleges/universities over the past decade?[1] Between these increasing college costs, lingering inflation and market uncertainties, many families are rethinking the gifts they’re giving for the holidays, birthdays, graduations and more.[2]
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – The holiday season is the perfect time to create lasting memories with family and friends, whether at an intimate dinner or a lively gathering. One of the simplest ways to impress your guests and celebrate the season is by incorporating craft cocktails into your festivities. This year, tequila-based drinks are
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – From big brunches to cozy dinners, get ready for holiday gatherings with kitchen tools that will delight your guests and make hosting easier. Here are five products that will elevate your holiday hosting season. Start the Day Right with the JURA J8 twin Are you hosting overnight guests during the
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – El objetivo principal de la temporada festiva es reunir a amigos y familiares, y no hay mejor manera de disfrutar de esa compañía que en un brunch. Con un poco de planificación y toques creativos, ¡ser anfitrión puede ser tan agradable como la celebración en sí! Jessie James Decker, cantante,
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By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) Ensuring that financial service providers reflect the diversity of the people they serve is key to creating an inclusive financial system that offers everyone a chance to thrive. That’s according to the authors of a new report. The case study, created by the Aspen Institute Financial Security Program and supported by
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By NewsPress Now DEAR ABBY, I’ve recently discovered that my mother-in-law has two life insurance policies on me, neither of which I knew about, and one of which is close to 20 years old. I never asked nor authorized her to take out these policies, and I am very concerned. We do not have a
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By NewsUSA (NewsUSA) – As the holiday season approaches, people around the world unite in a Global Day of Giving—Giving Tuesday—on December 3rd to support the charitable causes they respect and admire. For the Marine Toys for Tots Program, this day is Giving TOYSday, and we want to ensure that every child across our Nation
Continue ReadingBy NewsUSA (NewsUSA) – July and Everything After by Allie Nava A modern tale of resilience and transformation against extraordinary odds, for fans of Paolo Coelho, Amy Tan, and Khaled Hosseini. As Maya turns 22, civil war breaks out in her birth country Sri Lanka while on a visit from America. Maya is targeted and
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By NewsUSA (NewsUSA) – Advances in technology, particularly in the areas of artificial intelligence (AI) are reshaping the geopolitical landscape. At the Ash Carter Exchange in Cambridge, Massachusetts, nearly 30 distinguished speakers discussed how emerging technologies are pushing the scientific frontier, transforming national security, and necessitating new partnerships between academic institutions, government agencies, and the
Continue ReadingBy Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Has it been a while since you purchased a new TV? You might be surprised by how far TV technology has come since you bought your last set! Today’s smart televisions offer dramatic improvements in picture quality and home screens that are far easier to navigate. Plus, they come with
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – As the holiday season approaches, it’s important to remember that it often comes with a heightened risk for respiratory viruses like COVID-19.1 Data from the past four years suggest COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations, and deaths consistently peak during the winter months.1 Immunity from your last COVID-19 infection may not protect you
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Americans are evenly split on their shopping habits, shopping both big and small — 29% favor local or small businesses, while 29% prefer national retailers. Though price remains top-of-mind for many shoppers (62%), speed is a major factor, too: 53% say they want to get an item as fast as
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – The fall semester is wrapping up, which means your student will soon be coming home for winter break. During this time, they’ll leave plenty of important items in their dorm, like a mini-fridge, TV, bike or skateboard, and textbooks. They’ll also likely bring back some thoughtful and useful gifts to
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Winter is nearly here, and the almanacs predict it will be snowier and colder than last year for much of the country. Before those flakes fly and the ground freezes hard, get ahead of the season and make sure your home is snug, cozy and ready for the long winter.
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Ready to host for the holidays? Whether you’re planning parties and/or welcoming visitors to your home during this festive season, you probably want to make a great impression. Ahead of this busy time of year, you’ll be glad to know there are some easy upgrades you can make to those
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By NewsPress Now (Family Features) Being financially secure in retirement starts while you’re still working. Because you likely don’t want to remain in the workforce forever, creating a plan can help ensure you’re confident in living comfortably in retirement when the time comes. Retirement plans and financial aspirations are deeply personal and often tied to
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By NewsPress Now (Family Features) During the holiday season, few things bring the same enjoyment as finding the perfect gift and watching in excitement as your loved one opens it up. If you’re still searching for the right gift and you’ve got gamers, someone curious to try gaming or a loved one who needs a
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By NewsPress Now (Family Features) The holidays are a time of celebration, cheer and reflection; though for some, they are overshadowed by conflict and emergencies worldwide. From the Middle East to Haiti, Sudan and beyond, children are facing unparalleled crises. You can make an impact through your holiday traditions and festivities, and create a life-changing
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By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) Los estadounidenses enfrentan tiempos de espera sin precedentes para ver a sus médicos. Esta presión es particularmente crítica en la atención primaria, pero también se está sintiendo en especialidades como neurología, psiquiatría, obstetricia y ginecología. Según la American Medical Association (AMA), estas son las razones principales por las que es más
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By NewsPress Now Indulge Your Sweet Tooth with a Better-for-You Swap (Family Features) If you’ve ever come home from a crisp, cool day craving a warm, indulgent treat, you’re not alone. Trouble is, sometimes those baked goodies are a bit too much work when you’re ready to just cozy up on the couch. There’s good
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By NewsPress Now Perfect Homemade Holiday Decor with a Pop (Family Features) ’Tis the season to bring family and friends together for some festive fun. When it comes to decorating and hosting parties, popcorn can make it easy to create edible decor for the dessert table, parting gifts for loved ones and munchable snacks to
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By NewsPress Now DEAR ABBY, My husband and I have a beautiful soon-to-be 2- year-old daughter. Before her birth, my parents and his all were eagerly awaiting her arrival and discussing their plans for what life as new grandparents would be. We just “knew” they would be involved so much it would drive us crazy.
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