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For The Freedom Of People - Bayard Rustin's American Dream

Emmy Award winner Colman Domingo’s Oscar-nominated performance as Civil Rights activist and LGBTQ+ forefather Bayard Rustin highlights Hollywood’s spotty history of recognizing, portraying, and marketing Black life and culture.

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A Sound Investment — My Experience With Audien Hearing Aids

Editor’s Note: I recently celebrated my 60th birthday. Although I still feel like a 30 year old on the inside — my hearing ability was starting to decline. I discovered Audien and couldn’t be happier with the results.

Here’s What My Life Sounded Like Before Audien:

“Can you repeat that?”


“What? I can’t hear you!”

“Huh???”

These are only some of the phrases plaguing my life these days. My husband will tell you that my hearing ability is not what it once was.

I knew my hearing loss was a real issue when we went to eat at our favorite Italian restaurant and everything sounded muffled. The waiter had to practically yell in my ear to tell me about the specials. As much as I hated to admit it, I definitely needed a hearing aid.

After some internet research and talking with friends, I was completely overwhelmed by conventional hearing aid options. Without knowing how well they’d work for me, shelling out upwards of $5,000 was not something I was ready to do…

Hearing loss has already taken a toll on my day-to-day activities, so the last thing I wanted to do was deal with stressful doctor appointments and an involved fitting process uncertain of what the results would be. Plus, as a self-proclaimed fashionista, I didn’t want a clunky, attention-drawing hearing aid to detract from my fabulous outfits.

I needed something affordable, simple to set up, and discreet — Enter Audien.

Here’s What My Life Sounds Like After Audien:

For only $289, I got the Audien Atom Pro 2 hearing aids delivered right to my door. I was immediately blown away by the super compact size and modern design. With 4 versatile listening modes — Conversation, Noisy Environment, Road Vehicle, and Outdoor — simply hold down the button to switch between them.

After a quick charge, I chose the conversation mode and popped my hearing aids in. They even come with 3 different ear tip sizes (Medium works best for me) to ensure a comfortable fit. I put them to the test by talking with my husband and everything sounded crystal clear. I honestly couldn’t believe the sound quality for such a terrific price.

Audien’s 45 day money back guarantee gave me total peace of mind when ordering. Although it’s safe to say that I won’t be returning these!

Another amazing feature of the Atom Pro 2 is the self-cleaning UV technology within the case. The pandemic definitely turned me into a bit of a germaphobe, so I love the peace of mind that these stay clean automatically.

The real test was going out to dinner with my sweetie — he sounds just like he did on our first date. By amplifying speech and reducing background noise, the Atom Pro 2s totally transformed our dinner dates. No more repeating, no more shouting in my ear, and no more straining to understand. I chose the Noisy Environment mode for our local bistro, and it worked perfectly.

They’re really easy to charge and the battery lasts for 24 hours. This also means no pesky battery changing involved!

Final Thoughts:

The Atom Pro 2, makes the world sound crystal clear again. Talking on the phone’s a breeze and my husband’s vocal chords can finally relax. I truly wish I knew about Audien sooner, as my quality of life is so much better with them.

If you’re noticing signs of hearing loss, I’d totally recommend checking out Audien — with the 45 day money back guarantee, you’ve got nothing to lose!

Should You Boil Your Drinking Water? Microplastics Are A Hidden Menace

In the iconic film TheGraduate, Benjamin Braddock (Dustin Hoffman), a young man wondering what do to with his life, is approached by a well-meaning family friend who advises: “There’s a great future in plastics. Think about it.”

That’s the difference between then and now. In 1967 Braddock was urged to get into plastics; in 2024 we’re looking for ways to get the plastics out of us.

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The Worst Thing We Can Do Is Stop Hoping — The Loss of Alexey Navalny

Written by Stanislav Kucher

With the brutal death of Alexey Navalny, there's a lot of pain, anger, and despair on the Internet. I’m talking about normal people, not moral monsters, scoundrels, and prostitutes — and people feel powerless. Many are crying not only over Alexey Navalny but also over the loss of hope: “Hope has died”, they write. But these words are a manifestation of self-pity — a quality that Alexey would least like to see in his compatriots.

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Real People, Real Results — Uqora Customers’ Honest Reviews

Did you know that "urinary tract infections (UTIs) are one of the most frequent clinical bacterial infections in women, accounting for nearly 25% of all infections”?* Hard to believe, right?!

Our editors were shocked but not surprised. We wondered what it would be like not to suffer. Imagine enjoying life without the discomfort, frustration, the ineffective home remedies, and cranberry juice hacks. Not in our lifetime.

But we wanted to get to the bottom of this common issue and help our readers. After much research, we came across a brand dedicated to spreading awareness of UTIs and tackling urinary health with a fresh approach. Meet Uqora, they specialize in UTI Education and make UTI relief products. In collaboration with physicians and scientists, they also created best-selling urinary tract health supplements that are designed to support women through the life stages that can impact urinary tract health.

If looking to get proactive about your urinary health, Uqora’s most popular bundle the Complete Regimen has three products, designed to support your urinary health from multiple angles:

Flush— an easy-to-drink beverage mix with a mild pink lemonade flavor. It offers a quick method to literally flush your urinary tract. It alkalizes your urine, reducing its acidity through a blend of unique ingredients. Flush aims to provide urinary support when you need it most, like after sex, exercise, or while traveling.

Defend— this daily supplement is designed to cleanse biofilm and support bladder wall integrity. Biofilm is a collection of microorganisms bound together that attach to surfaces, like the bladder wall. Defend is packed with active ingredients like turmeric root and green tea extract. It also contains Vitamin D, to help tighten junction proteins in the bladder, essentially connecting cells.

Promote — not your typical probiotic — Promote is a probiotic designed to support "good" bacteria that are specific to the vagina. It features three strains—Lactobacillus Acidophilus, Lactobacillus Rhamnosus, and Lactobacillus Reuter—which live naturally in a healthy vagina. It's great for individuals seeking additional support in maintaining vaginal health, which has been closely linked to urinary health.

From periods to menopause — and through all life’s changes — when one’s urinary health might need extra support, Uqora’s there for you.

Still need convincing? Uqora's site has a library of over 30,000 uncurated reviews** that can be filtered according to age ranges. But here are a few that caught our editors’ eyes.

If you’re still on the fence, Uqora’s happiness guarantee gives you time to try their products risk-free for 60 days. If you’re not satisfied, simply contact their customer success team for a refund. And you can opt out anytime you want — no commitment. A— a safety net you won’t be needing. But how nice to know it’s there!

While you can buy each product individually, we recommend a subscription for the best value. Uqora's best-selling Complete Regimen starts at only $52 (a $90 value), and automatically renews every 4 weeks. Plus, Uqora will email you 3 days before each shipment, just in case you want to adjust anything.

It’s time to say hello to better urinary tract health. Uqora’s got you covered.


*”https://uqora.info/blogs/learning-center/recurrent...
**These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.
Uqora's dietary supplement products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. Results may vary.

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Equelle — Real Users Share Their Menopause Miracle Moments

One moment you're shivering in the freezer section of the grocery store, and the next, you're fanning yourself like you’re melting in a sauna. Menopause is a challenging journey that catches many off guard.

Symptoms can start as early as your 40s and before you know it, you’re suffering from sleep issues, mood swings, hot flashes, vaginal irritation, and muscle aches.

While hormone replacement treatment (HRT) can be effective for some, some. people avoid it due to potential side effects. So our editors hunted down a non-hormonal alternative that helps address the root cause of menopause symptoms.

Readers, meet Equelle, your companion on this transformative journey.

You’re probably wondering how Equelle can treat symptoms related to estrogen decline without hormones.

Equelle is backed by decades of efficacy and safety research by scientific experts. Its key ingredient, S-equol, is plant-based and has a similar structure to estrogen, so it can mimic some of its beneficial effects and help reduce menopause symptoms.

By taking two tablets, once a day, you may see results in as soon as 4 weeks, with optimal relief in 2-3 months. Plus, it ships directly to your door. So no need for a doctor’s visit or prescription!

Sounds almost too good to be true, right?! Well, here’s what real users are saying…

“I’m going on my 3rd month using Equelle and I can feel a big difference. I barely get one hot flash a day, Equelle works!”

-Barbara

“My hot flashes are barely noticeable now compared to how intense they used to be. I’m grateful that I found this. It does take time to work, but it works for me. Thank you, Equelle!”

-Ruth

“I just started my third month and WOW! My symptoms are almost completely gone! This is the first product that’s actually worked!”

-Shannon

“I was suffering from hot flashes and night sweats, but after taking Equelle, they stopped. It’s a miraculous product and I’m so grateful to have discovered it.”

-Hilary

“I’ve been taking the Equelle for about 3 months now, and I can see decreased incidents of hot flashes/sweats. The product has really improved my daily life”

-Dawn

Still unsure? Have a look at the results of Equelle’s clinical trials:

  • Month 1 – Women with frequent hot flashes reported daily hot flash relief* and improvements in sleep quality in poor sleepers.**
  • Month 2 – Women reported an average of 5 fewer hot flashes* per day and experienced significant relief from menopausal muscle and joint aches.**
  • Month 3 – Women reported an average of 50 minutes more sleep per night**, improved vaginal symptoms like irritation, itching, and soreness.*** Plus, significant improvements in overall mood.**
  • Months 3+ – After 12 weeks, 92% of women reported they were satisfied with Equelle.

S-equol has minimal side effects and is shown to have no association with breast cancer; no changes in sex or thyroid hormones; and no negative effects on endometrial health.

In general, botanicals or plant-based supplements may result in possible gastrointestinal upset – just something to be aware of when taking Equelle.

A one-month supply of Equelle costs $50, but if you subscribe you save 20% — that’s only $40 — and you never have to worry about running out. Plus, if you’re not happy with your results after 90 days, Equelle will refund you in full.

Some of our editors tried Equelle, and we can confirm it works. Our mood and sleep have improved dramatically. And the hot flushes have vanished — no more arguing over the temperature in the office!

Equelle is a safe, research-backed, non-hormonal solution to menopause. For anyone suffering from unpleasant symptoms or are worried about the risks of using HRT, we highly recommend Equelle’s Menopause Multi-Symptom Relief.

Our Friends At Equelle Are Offering 15% Off With Code NEW15

*In women with greater than 8 hot flashes at baseline
** Versus baseline
***In patients with >9 hot flashes at baseline.

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Retail sales from Nov. 1 to Dec. 24 increased 3.1 percent from 2022, according to data from Mastercard SpendingPulse, which measures in-store and online retail sales across all forms of payment. Here's a snapshot of scenes around Miami just before and just after Christmas from big-name stores in malls to independent shops.

Written by Samantha Phillips

It's over. Strolling around December 26th we see the fortunate kids riding their new bikes, gleaming helmets featuring animal ears or dinosaur spikes, and oversized Messi t-shirts freshly unwrapped for Christmas, Hanukah, or Kwanzaa.

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When Life Gets Tough – Uqora Is There For You

Whenever my life gets hectic, I seem to lose sight of my goals and things fall by the wayside. So, I set aside time to get grounded. I sit by myself, slow down, and reflect on what's going on. Are there any issues I need to pay attention to? What habits do I want to break? What's working?

A few months ago, I went through another bout. I was taking an account of things and realized that I was dealing with a ton. I got a promotion and relocated to the other side of the country where I met my new partner. What with setting up my apartment and settling in at work, my diet and personal routines had taken a back seat.

Specifically, I struggled with several UTIs that wrecked my life for weeks at a time. Then I had a thought, could I get proactive about supporting my urinary health. So, I jumped on my phone and quickly searched for “urinary tract health” and up popped Uqora.

Uqora specializes in UTI education and UTI relief products. They also make best-selling urinary tract health supplements that are designed to support me through the changes that can affect urinary tract health. That’s from periods to menopause, and even through the aging process, when one’s urinary health might need more support. For me, a new partner and the stress of a new city was really taking its toll on my urinary health.

I love that Uqora’s site is so informative! They have a library of 25+K unfiltered, uncurated reviews** showcasing real stories of people finding success with their products.

Now, I was super intrigued. And when I saw that Uqora has a money-back guarantee, I was sold. I have 60 days to test their products risk-free and get a full refund if I’m unsatisfied.

When I got my package, I couldn’t wait to get started. I’d ordered Uqora’s best-selling Complete Regimen bundle which features three unique supplements designed to support urinary health from several angles. This bundle is designed for those looking for Uqora’s maximum urinary tract support, so of course I had to give it a try.

  • Flush is a drink mix that flushes the urinary tract, keeping you clear when you need it most. It takes effect upon urination and has a delicious pink lemonade flavor. Uqora’s website recommends drinking a full glass once every 3 days or in those moments you need extra support like after sex, when traveling, or just being in a wet swimsuit too long.
  • Defend supports urinary tract health in the face of everyday life. Defend cleanses biofilm, which helps to keep the urinary tract clear on a day-to-day basis. It also supports bladder wall integrity.
  • Finally, Promote is a vaginal probiotic taken orally that helps maintain healthy vaginal bacteria. Vaginal health is tightly linked to urinary tract health, so addressing vaginal health is key. You can also take Promote alongside other probiotics you may be taking.

When I ask myself now about what's working in my life? What helps me stay grounded? I have to say it's Uqora’s Complete Regimen. With a subscription, it starts at only $52 (a $90 value!) and automatically renews every 4 weeks. And should I want to change anything or need assistance, I can reach out to their customer success team and hear from a real person!

If you’re ready to take a proactive approach to your urinary tract health, check out Uqora!

Our Friends At Uqora Are Offering 35% Off Your First Month Subscription

*https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3749018/

**These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease.

Uqora's dietary supplement products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. Results may vary.

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Norman Lear – Comedy With A Social Conscience

Pogues frontman Shane McGowan was an ancient 65 when he died on November 30. Television producer Norman Lear was a youthful 101 when he left this realm on December 5. No doubt his zest for life kept him going for so long – and his zest for controversy.
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Sandra Day O'Connor's Nuanced Legacy

The Supreme Court judge who refused to enshrine her personal morality as law

Sandra Day O’Connor died today. The first woman to serve on the Supreme Court was 93 and had suffered from dementia for a number of years.
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