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MY THERAPIST SAYS I need to be more assertive. I’m a ‘people pleaser’, apparently. I’m not sure if I agree with her, but I nodded and smiled anyway. I probably got it from my mother, who wasn’t a single parent but did the lion’s share of the parenting. Cart-wheeling through the house, deliriously performing multiple tasks at once, a domestic Tasmanian devil. She put the needs of everyone else ahead of her own and we took it entirely for granted. There’s a cultural dimension too. Something written deep with the Irish genetic code abhors a fuss. We start small and then pack our needs even tighter, giving up physical and emotional space for whoever might need it. Negative emotions are bottled up, only to explode later at something unrelated. When the European Central Bank imposed austerity on the bold children of the Mediterranean after the 2008 banking collapse, the Greeks demonstrated in the street. In Ireland, we grumbled, accepted the terms without a quibble, then years later staged mass demonstrations when the government tried to upgrade our national water infrastructure. Politically, it was like having a bad day at the office, not standing up to your boss, and then shouting at your kids when you get home from work. The woman I’m dating finds it frustrating when I’m not direct. She’s from Spain, so she has no difficulty expressing how she feels. In her culture, people are not self-conscious about telling you what they’re thinking, as they’re thinking it. The whole body becomes an instrument of communication – words alone are insufficient. They come from a once great empire that collapsed under the weight of its own silver, only to be strangled by years of repressive fascist rule. Flailing limbs and agonised facial expressions are not just about conveying a message, but a means to etch out your place in the public sphere. ‘Here I am!’ the Spanish appear to be telling the world. ‘Observe me as I complain about the weather, the food, whatever. I exist, I have needs, and I want you to see me’. Being honest with myself and the people around me is something I’m trying to work on. But when is being too truthful with someone also a little unkind? I went on a first date years ago with a French woman, who texted me afterwards to say she wouldn’t like to see me again. After years of getting ghosted, I was taken aback by the blunt feedback. Open communication is one thing, but no one needs a withering Google review after a bad date. It’s a matter of personal opinion as to whether it’s more polite to text someone to say you’d rather not see them again, or just disappear. My view is that the former is more mature, but there’s nothing wrong with a little white lie. Something like ‘Lovely to meet you tonight. But I’ve been framed for a murder I didn’t commit, so I’m escaping to Paraguay via cargo ship in the morning.’ You’re getting your message across while protecting the other person’s ego. Being honest with ourselves and the people around us is good spiritual hygiene. It’s good for your professional life too. In the workplace, it’s usually the most assertive person who goes farthest. You know the type, the person who sings loudly about their achievements, whether they’re responsible for the labour or not. In my past life working in an office, I nicknamed myself ‘the human toilet’. Other people’s crap inevitably ended up swirling around my desk. I never pushed back. I lacked the confidence to say no, but more than that – I wasn’t really sure what it was I should be doing. I let others decide what it was I should be focusing on, and – surprise surprise – what they felt I should be working on was usually the dull tasks that they didn’t want to do themselves. Knowing what you want, then, is the hard part. You don’t need a five-year plan, but saying ‘no’ to friends, colleagues or your partner when your plate is full is a good start. If you feel someone is you down, let them know in a measured way. In other words, don’t push the feeling down into your stomach, bathe it in a layer of red wine, leave it to stew over time, and then throw it up everywhere at the office Christmas party. Not that I ever did that.Keokuk High Schools has received a lot of excitement about its boys basketball team with 6-foot-10 Jaxon Clark getting noticed. Meanwhile the Keokuk girls basketball team is ranked No. 13 in Class 4A in the Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union preseason poll. The Chiefs 2023-34 season ended at the hands of the eventual state champion Clear Creek-Amana Clippers. The Clippers are ranked fifth. Keokuk returns three starters from last year's team which had just two seniors in the Altgilbers twins, Makenna and Makayla. This year's team has six seniors and one junior as well as five sophomores and three freshman. The one junior, Kendra Boatman, was a third team all-state selection last year when the Chiefs finished 19-4 and won the Southeast Conference with a perfect 10-0 record. Boatman was among the Class 4A leaders in several categories and first in steals per game and total steals. She averaged 18.6 points a game, 5.0 assists, 4.9 rebounds, 4.4 steals while shooting 46.2 percent from the field, 38.5 percent from 3-point range and 72.9 percent on free throws. She was third in Class 4A in assists, eighth in points per game, ninth in assist-to-turnover ratio at 2.23, and 18th in 3-point field goal percentage. 2024-25 Preseason Basketball Rankings compiled by the Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union Class 5A School 2023-24 Record 1 Johnston 26-0 2 West Des Moines Dowling Catholic 21-5 3 Ankeny Centennial 14-9 4 Davenport North 22-3 5 Pleasant Valley 19-5 6 Cedar Falls 23-2 7 Cedar Rapids Prairie 16-5 8 Ankeny 13-10 9 West Des Moines Valley 13-11 10 Waukee 19-5 11 Waukee Northwest 11-12 12 Bettendorf 11-11 13 Iowa City West 13-10 14 Iowa City High 8-15 15 Cedar Rapids Washington 11-12 Class 4A School 2023-24 Record 1 Sioux City Bishop Heelan 23-2 2 North Polk 23-3 3 Sioux Center 17-7 4 Norwalk 18-5 5 Clear Creek-Amana 26-0 6 Gilbert 15-10 7 Maquoketa 21-4 8 Cedar Rapids Xavier 10-14 9 Central DeWitt 15-6 10 Dallas Center-Grimes 17-17 11 Storm Lake 14-8 12 Carlisle 13-10 13 Keokuk 19-4 14 Waverly-Shell Rock 25-1 15 Oskaloosa 11-11 Class 3A School 2023-24 Record 1 Estherville-Lincoln Central 24-3 2 Mount Vernon 22-4 3 Dubuque Wahlert 19-6 4 Monticello 20-4 5 Forest City 21-4 6 Algona 19-5 7 Humboldt 18-5 8 Roland-Story 22-2 9 Cherokee 15-8 10 Williamsburg 14-9 11 PCM 15-7 12 Center Point-Urbana 10-14 13 Harlan 20-4 14 West Delaware 10-13 15 Clarinda 15-9 Class 2A School 2023-24 Record 1 Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont 23-2 2 Westwood 22-1 3 Cascade 17-7 4 North Mahaska 19-5 5 Central Lyon 20-4 6 Rock Valley 11-9 7 Exira-EHK 16-7 8 MVAOCOU 17-5 9 Iowa City Regina 19-5 10 Denver 16-8 11 West Lyon 14-8 12 Hudson 12-11 13 Hinton 20-3 14 Jesup 17-6 15 Emmetsburg 13-10 Class 1A School 2023-24 Record 1 Algona Bishop Garrigan 23-3 2 North Linn 26-1 3 Montezuma 20-5 4 Riceville 22-2 5 Mount Ayr 16-7 6 Newell-Fonda 24-3 7 Dunkerton 18-6 8 Akron-Westfield 14-8 9 Kee 18-6 10 Lone Tree 19-4 11 East Buchanan 15-8 12 Fremont-Mills 23-1 13 Council Bluffs St. Albert 23-2 14 Springville 18-7 15 Gladbrook-Reinbeck 15-10WARRINGTON, Pa., Nov. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Windtree Therapeutics, Inc. ("Windtree” or "the Company”) (NasdaqCM: WINT), a biotechnology company focused on advancing early and late-stage innovative therapies for critical conditions, today reported financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024 and provided key business updates. "The third quarter of 2024 was marked with significant progress. We were very pleased with the SEISMiC B study results in early cardiogenic shock showing significant improvement in many measures of cardiac function and blood pressure along with a favorable safety profile in patients with heart failure and cardiogenic shock. There have been four positive Phase 2 studies with over 300 patients treated with istaroxime resulting in a consistent, unique and attractive drug profile across a wide range of severities,” said Craig Fraser, Chairman and CEO. "With trial execution and active operations comes the need for capital and we successfully completed transactions providing resources for our near-term needs as well as secured an equity line of credit to potentially support future requirements,” Mr. Fraser added. "Looking forward, we plan to accelerate enrollments in the istaroxime SCAI Stage C cardiogenic shock study with a planned interim data read out in early Q2 2025 as well as providing guidance on our strategy and planned activities with our oncology preclinical aPKCi inhibitor assets. Given what we believe to be strong data and market need, the Company is turning attention to business development activities to secure additional licenses and partnerships for our multi-asset cardiovascular platform with the objective to secure non-dilutive capital and partner resources to advance the assets to potential commercialization.” Key Business Updates For the third quarter ended September 30, 2024, the Company reported an operating loss of $4.7 million, which was comparable to an operating loss of $4.7 million in the third quarter of 2023. Included in our operating loss for the third quarter of 2024 is $2.2 million related to the change in fair value of our common stock warrant liability and $0.7 million in expenses related to the two private placements completed in July 2024 which were allocated to the warrants issued in those transactions and expensed immediately. Research and development expenses were $2.0 million for the third quarter of 2024, compared to $2.1 million for the third quarter of 2023. Research and development expenses for both periods primarily relate to the SEISMiC Extension trial of istaroxime for the treatment of early cardiogenic shock which completed enrollment during the third quarter of 2024. General and administrative expenses for the third quarter of 2024 were $2.8 million, compared to $2.6 million for the third quarter of 2023. For the third quarter of 2024, general and administrative expenses include $0.7 million in expenses related to the two private placements completed in July 2024 which were allocated to the warrants issued in those transactions and expensed immediately. The Company reported a net loss attributable to common stockholders of $3.8 million ($4.23 per basic share) on 0.9 million weighted-average common shares outstanding for the quarter ended September 30, 2024, compared to a net loss of $4.4 million ($15.47 per basic share) on 0.3 million weighted average common shares outstanding for the comparable period in 2023. As of September 30, 2024, the Company reported cash and cash equivalents of $2.3 million and current liabilities of $14.4 million, which includes an $8.6 million warrant liability. Included in prepaid expenses and other assets as of September 30, 2024 is $0.7 million in receivables related to ELOC Purchase Agreement gross proceeds for sales made during the quarter for which we had not yet received the cash payment. The related net proceeds after the redemption of the Series C Preferred Stock was $0.5 million. In addition, subsequent to September 30, 2024 and through November 22, 2024, we sold an additional 4.3 million shares of Common Stock under the ELOC Purchase Agreement for net proceeds of $2.4 million following mandatory redemption payments on our Series C Preferred Stock. Following these financings, we believe that we have sufficient resources available to fund our business operations through January 2025. Readers are referred to, and encouraged to read in its entirety, the Company's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2024, which was filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 26, 2024, and includes detailed discussions about the Company's business plans and operations, financial condition, and results of operations. Nasdaq Update On November 21, 2024, the Company received a letter from the Nasdaq Listing Qualifications Staff ("Staff”) of The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC stating that it was not in compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5250(c)(1) as a result of it not having timely filed its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q ("Form 10-Q”) for the quarter ended September 30, 2024 with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Based on the November 26, 2024 filing of the Company's Form 10-Q and a subsequent letter received from Nasdaq on November 27, 2024 stating the Staff has determined that the Company complies with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5250(c)(1), this matter is now closed. About Windtree Therapeutics, Inc. Windtree Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on advancing early and late-stage innovative therapies for critical conditions and diseases. Windtree's portfolio of product candidates includes istaroxime, a Phase 2 candidate with SERCA2a activating properties for acute heart failure and associated cardiogenic shock, preclinical SERCA2a activators for heart failure and preclinical precision aPKCi inhibitors that are being developed for potential in rare and broad oncology applications. Windtree also has a licensing business model with partnership out-licenses currently in place. Forward Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The Company may, in some cases, use terms such as "predicts," "believes," "potential," "proposed," "continue," "estimates," "anticipates," "expects," "plans," "intends," "may," "could," "might," "will," "should" or other words that convey uncertainty of future events or outcomes to identify these forward-looking statements. Such statements are based on information available to the Company as of the date of this press release and are subject to numerous important factors, risks and uncertainties that may cause actual events or results to differ materially from the Company's current expectations. Examples of such risks and uncertainties include, among other things: the Company's ability to secure significant additional capital as and when needed; the Company's ability to achieve the intended benefits of the aPKCi asset acquisition with Varian Biopharmaceuticals, Inc.; the Company's risks and uncertainties associated with the success and advancement of the clinical development programs for istaroxime and the Company's other product candidates, including preclinical oncology candidates; the Company's ability to access the debt or equity markets; the Company's ability to manage costs and execute on its operational and budget plans; the results, cost and timing of the Company's clinical development programs, including any delays to such clinical trials relating to enrollment or site initiation; risks related to technology transfers to contract manufacturers and manufacturing development activities; delays encountered by the Company, contract manufacturers or suppliers in manufacturing drug products, drug substances, and other materials on a timely basis and in sufficient amounts; risks relating to rigorous regulatory requirements, including that: (i) the U.S. Food and Drug Administration or other regulatory authorities may not agree with the Company on matters raised during regulatory reviews, may require significant additional activities, or may not accept or may withhold or delay consideration of applications, or may not approve or may limit approval of the Company's product candidates, and (ii) changes in the national or international political and regulatory environment may make it more difficult to gain regulatory approvals and risks related to the Company's efforts to maintain and protect the patents and licenses related to its product candidates; risks that the Company may never realize the value of its intangible assets and have to incur future impairment charges; risks related to the size and growth potential of the markets for the Company's product candidates, and the Company's ability to service those markets; the Company's ability to develop sales and marketing capabilities, whether alone or with potential future collaborators; the rate and degree of market acceptance of the Company's product candidates, if approved; the Company's ability to maintain compliance with the continued listing requirements of Nasdaq; the economic and social consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic and the impacts of political unrest, including as a result of geopolitical tension, including the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, the People's Republic of China and the Republic of China (Taiwan), and the evolving events in the Middle East, and any sanctions, export controls or other restrictive actions that may be imposed by the United States and/or other countries which could have an adverse impact on the Company's operations, including through disruption in supply chain or access to potential international clinical trial sites, and through disruption, instability and volatility in the global markets, which could have an adverse impact on the Company's ability to access the capital markets. These and other risks are described in the Company's periodic reports, including its Annual Report on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and Current Reports on Form 8-K, filed with or furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission and available at www.sec.gov. Any forward-looking statements that the Company makes in this press release speak only as of the date of this press release. The Company assumes no obligation to update forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, after the date of this press release. Contact Information: Eric Curtis [email protected] Consolidated Balance Sheets (in thousands, except share and per share data) Consolidated Statements of Operations (in thousands, except per share data)

Former Fresno State quarterback Mikey Keene is transferring to Michigan with one year of eligibility remaining. Confirming earlier reports, Keene posted an image of himself in a Wolverines uniform on social media on Monday. Keene passed for 2,892 yards with 18 touchdowns and 11 interceptions in 12 games for the Bulldogs in 2024. Fresno State opened the season with a 30-10 loss at Michigan on Aug. 31, with Keene throwing for 235 yards with one touchdown and two picks. Including two seasons at UCF (2021-22), Keene has completed 67.8 percent of his passes for 8,245 yards with 65 TDs and 28 interceptions in 39 games. Keene's competition for the starting job at Michigan includes incoming freshman Bryce Underwood, the 247Sports Composite's No. 1 overall player in the 2025 recruiting class. --Field Level Media5-star WR Dallas Wilson flips from Oregon to Florida

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(All times Eastern) Schedule subject to change and/or blackouts Saturday, Nov. 23 AUSTRALIAN RULES FOOTBALL (WOMEN’S) 3:30 a.m. FS2 — AFL Playoffs: Adelaide at Brisbane, Preliminary Final AUTO RACING 12:55 a.m. (Sunday) ESPN — Formula 1: The Heineken Silver Las Vegas Grand Prix, Las Vegas Strip Circuit, Las Vegas COLLEGE BASKETBALL (MEN’S) Noon FS2 — St. Francis (Pa.) at Georgetown 5 p.m. FS2 — N. Illinois at DePaul COLLEGE BASKETBALL (WOMEN’S) 4 p.m. NBC — Notre Dame at Southern Cal PEACOCK — Notre Dame at Southern Cal COLLEGE CROSS COUNTRY (MEN’S and WOMEN’S) 9:30 a.m. ESPNU — NCAA Championships: From Verona, Wis. COLLEGE FOOTBALL Noon ABC — Mississippi at Florida ACCN — UConn at Syracuse BTN — Iowa at Maryland CBSSN — Sam Houston St. at Jacksonville St. CW — North Carolina at Boston College ESPN — Wake Forest at Miami ESPN2 — SMU at Virginia ESPNU — Yale at Harvard FOX — Indiana at Ohio St. PEACOCK — Illinois at Rutgers 12:45 p.m. SECN — UMass at Georgia 3:30 p.m. ABC — Kentucky at Texas ACCN — Stanford at California BTN — Wisconsin at Nebraska CBS — Penn St. at Minnesota CBSSN — San Diego St. at Utah St. CW — The Citadel at Clemson ESPN — BYU at Arizona St. ESPNU — UCF at West Virginia FOX — Colorado at Kansas FS1 — Northwestern at Michigan 4 p.m. ESPN2 — Pittsburgh at Louisville 4:15 p.m. SECN — Missouri at Mississippi St. 7 p.m. CBSSN — Boise St. at Wyoming CW — Washington St. at Oregon St. FS1 — Baylor at Houston NBC — Army vs. Notre Dame, New York PEACOCK — Army vs. Notre Dame, New York 7:30 p.m. ABC — Alabama at Oklahoma ESPN — Texas A&M at Auburn ESPNU — Marshall at Old Dominion FOX — Iowa St. at Utah 7:45 p.m. SECN — Vanderbilt at LSU 8 p.m. ACCN — Virginia Tech at Duke ESPN2 — Cincinnati at Kansas St. 10:15 p.m. NBC — Southern Cal at UCLA 10:30 p.m. CBSSN — Colorado St. at Fresno St. FS1 — Air Force at Nevada 11 p.m. ESPNU — Florida A&M at Bethune-Cookman (Taped) COLLEGE VOLLEYBALL (WOMEN’S) 8 p.m. BTN — Wisconsin at Nebraska GOLF 1 p.m. GOLF — PGA Tour: The RSM Classic, Third Round, Sea Island Golf Club - Seaside Course, Sea Island, Ga. 4 p.m. GOLF — LPGA Tour: The CME Group Tour Championship, Third Round, Tiburon Golf Club, Naples, Fla. (Taped) 9:30 p.m. GOLF — DP World Tour: The BMW Australian PGA Championship, Final Round, Royal Queensland Golf Club, Brisbane, Australia 1 a.m. (Saturday) GOLF — Asian Tour: The LINK Hong Kong Open, Final Round, Hong Kong Golf Club, Hong Kong HORSE RACING 11:30 a.m. FS1 — NYRA: America’s Day at the Races 3:30 p.m. FS2 — NYRA: America’s Day at the Races 1 a.m. (Sunday) FS2 — The Japan Cup: From Tokyo Racecourse, Tokyo NBA BASKETBALL 5 p.m. NBATV — New York at Utah 8 p.m. NBATV — Memphis at Chicago 10:30 p.m. NBATV — Denver at L.A. Lakers NHL HOCKEY 1 p.m. NHLN — Chicago at Philadelphia 7 p.m. NHLN — Vegas at Montreal SAILING 5 a.m. CBSSN — Sail GP: The Emirates Dubai Sail Grand Prix - Day 1, Dubai, United Arab Emirates 5 a.m. (Sunday) CBSSN — Sail GP: The Emirates Dubai Sail Grand Prix - Day 2, Dubai, United Arab Emirates SOCCER (MEN’S) 7:30 a.m. USA — Premier League: Chelsea at Leicester City 9 a.m. CBSSN — Serie A: Inter Milan at Hellas Verona 10 a.m. USA — Premier League: Brighton & Hove Albion at Bournemouth Noon CBS — USL Championship: Rhode Island at Colorado Springs, Final 12:30 p.m. NBC — Premier League: Tottenham Hotspur at Manchester City 7 p.m. FS2 — Saudi Pro League: Al Hilal at Al Khaleej (Taped) SOCCER (WOMEN’S) 8 p.m. CBS — NWSL Playoffs: Orlando vs. Washington, Final, Kansas City, Mo. TENNIS 7 a.m. TENNIS — Davis Cup Finals Semifinal The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive TV listings provided by LiveSportsOnTV . (All times Eastern) Schedule subject to change and/or blackouts Sunday, Nov. 24 COLLEGE BASKETBALL (MEN’S) 10:30 a.m. ESPNU — ESPN2 — Myrtle Beach Invitational: TBD, Seventh-Place Game, Conway, S.C. 11 a.m. CBSSN — St. John’s vs. Georgia, Nassau, Bahamas 1 p.m. CBSSN — Rutgers at Kennesaw St. ESPN — Villanova vs. Maryland, Newark, N.J. ESPN2 — Myrtle Beach Invitational: TBD, Third-Place Game, Conway, S.C. 3 p.m. CBSSN — Greenbrier Tip-Off: TBD, Third-Place Game, West White Sulphur Springs, W.V. ESPN — Charleston Classic: TBD, Third-Place Game, Charleston, S.C. 3:30 p.m. ESPN2 — Florida St. vs. UMass, Uncasville, Conn. 5:30 p.m. CBSSN — Greenbrier Tip-Off: TBD, Championship, West White Sulphur Springs, W.V. ESPN — Myrtle Beach Invitational: TBD, Championship, Conway, S.C. 6 p.m. ESPN2 — Charleston Classic: TBD, Fifth-Place Game, Charleston, S.C. ESPNU — Yale vs. Delaware, Uncasville, Conn. 8 p.m. ESPN2 — Myrtle Beach Invitational: TBD, Fifth-Place Game, Conway, S.C. 8:30 p.m. ESPN — Charleston Classic: TBD, Championship, Charleston, S.C. COLLEGE BASKETBALL (WOMEN’S) 1 p.m. PEACOCK — South Florida vs. Louisville, Lake Buena Vista, Fla. 4 p.m. ACCN — Bethune-Cookman at Virginia BTN — Washington St. at Iowa FS1 — South Carolina at UCLA COLLEGE FIELD HOCKEY 1:30 p.m. ESPNU — NCAA Tournament: TBD, Championship, Ann Arbor, Mich. COLLEGE FOOTBALL 12:30 p.m. ESPNU — FCS Football Selection Show COLLEGE VOLLEYBALL (WOMEN’S) Noon ACCN — Stanford at North Carolina 2 p.m. ACCN — California at Duke SECN — South Carolina at Tennessee 3:30 p.m. ESPNU — Southwestern Athletic Tournament: TBD, Championship, Grambling, La. 4 p.m. SECN — Arkansas at Kentucky 6 p.m. SECN — Auburn vs. Oklahoma 7:30 p.m. BTN — Indiana at Ohio St. 8:30 p.m. ESPNU — Mid-Eastern Athletic Tournament: TBD, Championship, Dover, Del. 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Matt Gaetz sitting in on meetings with Trump’s controversial choice for attorney general. On Thursday, Vance was back, this time accompanying Pete Hegseth. Vance is expected to accompany other nominees for meetings over the coming weeks as he tries to leverage the two years he has spent in the Senate to help push through Trump’s picks. Beyond evangelicals, Trump and his allies courted smaller faith groups, from the Amish to Chabad Donald Trump’s lock on the white evangelical vote is legendary, but he didn't focus exclusively on large religious voter blocs. He and his allies also wooed smaller religious groups, away from the mainstream. He posted a tribute to Coptic church members on social media and met with members of Assyrians for Trump — two smaller Christian communities with Middle Eastern roots. He visited the grave of the revered late leader of an Orthodox Jewish movement. His allies sought votes from the separatist Amish community. While Trump won decisively, the outreaches reflected aggressive campaigning in what was expected to be a tight race. NATO and Ukraine to hold emergency talks after Russia's attack with new hypersonic missile KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — NATO and Ukraine will hold emergency talks Tuesday after Russia attacked a central city with a hypersonic ballistic missile that escalated the nearly 33-month-old war. Ukraine's parliament canceled a session Friday over the security threat. In a stark warning to the West, President Vladimir Putin said in a nationally televised speech Thursday that the attack with the intermediate-range Oreshnik missile was retaliation for Kyiv’s use of U.S. and British longer-range missiles capable of striking deeper into Russian territory. Putin said Russia is launching production of the Oreshnik, saying it's so powerful that several of them fitted with conventional warheads could be as devastating as a strike with strategic — or nuclear — weapons. Texas education board approves optional Bible-infused curriculum for elementary schools AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas’ education board has voted to allow Bible-infused teachings in elementary schools. The approval Friday follows other Republican-led states that have pushed this year to give religion a larger presence in public classrooms. The curriculum adopted by the Texas State Board of Education is optional for schools to adopt, but they’ll receive additional funding if they do so. Parents and teachers who opposed the curriculum say the lessons will alienate students of other faith backgrounds. Supporters argue the Bible is a core feature of American history and that teaching it will enrich learning. 2 men convicted of charges related to human smuggling after scheme led to an Indian family’s death FERGUS FALLS, Minn. (AP) — A prosecution spokesperson says a jury has convicted two men of charges related to human smuggling for their roles in an international operation that led to the deaths of a family of Indian migrants who froze while trying to cross the Canada-U.S. border during a 2022 blizzard. Harshkumar Ramanlal Patel and Steve Shand each faced four charges related to human smuggling before being convicted Friday. Patel is an Indian national. Shand is an American from Florida. They were arrested after the family froze while trying to cross the desolate border during a 2022 blizzard. Northern California gets record rain and heavy snow. Many have been in the dark for days in Seattle FORESTVILLE, Calif. (AP) — A major storm with heavy snow and record rain that's moving through Northern California has toppled trees, closed roads and prompted evacuations in some areas after knocking out power to hundreds of thousands of people in Washington and Oregon. Forecasters warn that the risk of flash flooding and rockslides will continue through Friday. The National Weather Service has extended a flood watch for areas north of San Francisco as a plume of moisture known as an atmospheric river inundates Northern California and the Pacific Northwest. Up to 16 inches of rain is forecast in Northern California and southwestern Oregon. The storm system unleashed winds earlier this week that left two people dead and hundreds of thousands without power in Washington. Colorado funeral home owners accused of letting 190 bodies decay plead guilty to corpse abuse COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AP) — Colorado funeral home owners accused of stashing 190 decaying bodies and giving grieving families fake ashes have pleaded guilty to corpse abuse. Jon and Carie Hallford entered the plea on Friday. Prosecutors say the owners of the Return to Nature funeral home began improperly storing bodies in a building outside Colorado Springs as far back as 2019. They allege the couple gave grieving families dry concrete in place of their loved ones’ cremains. Over the years, the Hallfords spent lavishly, buying luxury cars and laser body sculpting. That ended when the bodies were discovered last year. What do hundreds of beavers have to do with the future of movies? NEW YORK (AP) — The low-budget movie “Hundreds of Beavers” has turned into a lo-fi legend. Mike Cheslik’s film, made for just $150,000 and self-distributed in theaters, has managed to gnaw its way into a movie culture largely dominated by big-budget sequels. It’s a wordless black-and-white bonanza of slapstick antics about a stranded 19th century applejack salesman at war with a bevy of beavers, all of whom are played by actors in mascot costumes. It’s been called “the future of cinema” — a proclamation that may sound extreme for a movie about a guy with a giant beaver hat. But in a shrinking movie industry, DIY microbudget filmmaking may increasingly be left to fill some of the void left by risk-adverse, corporate-driven Hollywood. Noodles and wine are the secret ingredients for a strange new twist in China's doping saga Blame it on the noodles. That's what one Chinese official suggested when anti-doping leaders were looking for answers for the doping scandal that cast a shadow over this year's Olympic swim meet. Earlier this year, reports that 23 Chinese swimmers had tested positive for a banned heart medication emerged. None were sanctioned because Chinese authorities determined the swimmers were contaminated by traces of the drug spread about a hotel kitchen. In a strange twist, the leader of China's anti-doping agency suggested this case could have been similar to one in which criminals were responsible for tainting noodles that were later eaten by another Chinese athlete who also tested positive for the drug.

THE country’s biggest gold buyer, Pedzai ‘‘Scott’’ Sakupwanya, has warned that there are scammers targeting unsuspecting people using his name and forged contacts. This comes as the crooks have been duping people through scams that involve the South African Rand and United States Dollars — all in the name of the businessman-cum-politician. Sakupwanya last night confirmed to the Daily News that his images, forged contacts — including bona fide bank details and a South African number — were being used by scammers to dupe people. People who deal with me know how I conduct my business “My business is not conducted on social media. Those that we interact with know where our offices are, who to contact and who to consummate their dealings with,” Sakupwanya said. “People must take heed of this message. Today (yesterday) someone prominent became the latest victim of these scammers. People are falling for these tricks and sadly, they realise they have been cheated when it is too late,” Sakupwanya added. This is not the first time that Sakupwanya’s name has been used by crooks to try and dupe unsuspecting people. In 2022, Sakupwanya and BetterBrands Jewellery were forced to issue notices in the mainstream media, warning corporates and individuals against crooks who were purporting to be his representatives. All this comes as Sakupwanya has in the last few years built a business empire straddling mining, jewellery, petroleum, construction and property development. Sakupwanya has also been very active in sport, where his football club — Scottland — won promotion to the Premier Soccer League at the first time of asking. Sakupwanya is also a benefactor of many premier soccer league clubs and his company, BetterBrands Gold, is the sponsor of the Zimbabwe senior men’s soccer team — the Warriors.

Today show host Sarah Abo pulled out of hosting Carols By Candlelight on Christmas Eve after having to undergo a last minute emergency surgery to remove her appendix. Set to co-host the festive musical event alongside David Campbell, Abo was absent from the festivities on Tuesday evening and instead watched it from her hospital bed. In a social media post, Abo said hospital was not where she thought she be, but her “appendix had other ideas”. “Unfortunately surgery has kept me from being at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl sharing this magical evening with you all,” she wrote to her almost 50k followers. “Doctor’s orders!! “Thankfully all is good and I’ve been very well cared for by an incredible team of doctors and nurses.” Abo said she would watch Carols By Candlelight from her bed, calling the special evening a “beautiful cause” which helped support the work of Vision Australia. Campbell told the crowd of 10,000 people his host had been struck down by appendicitis and had been told to stay home to rest. “Apparently hosting a three hour national TV show is not taking it easy,” he said. “I have seen her (Sarah) host the Today show in her sleep but this – too much. “I just want to say Sarah, get better. I miss you pal, right here.” Campbell then rallied the thousands of people in the audience to wish his bedridden co-star a Merry Christmas. “We miss you a lot,” he said. On social media, Abo reacted to the shout out with a heart emoji. It is the 87th year Carols By Candlelight has taken place, with artists such as Tim Campbell, Casey Donovan and Denis Walter, among many others, performing a list of much-loved Christmas songs.1. A versatile chop, slice, and dice unit so you can drastically *cut* down on food prep and cleanup time with interchangeable blades that can each be popped into the dishwasher. You've been around long enough to know you never want to chop an onion by hand again. Promising review: "Makes life so much easier. I can't imagine chopping onions or bell peppers by hand anymore, and it does so much more. We used to have a Prepworks chopper which was a similar idea, but you had to press so hard to chop, and it broke after not too long. This one requires very little effort to cut through the food, and it has a generous container." — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in four colors and three other styles). 2. A durable honeycomb drawer for eliminating the time-consuming drawer excavation you perform every time you're looking for a specific scarf, tie, or pair of underwear before it's time to head out the door. Thanks to its super simple design, the organizer can be assembled simply by snapping the pieces together. Plus, they can expand to fit the size of your drawers. Promising review: "I am a man of many socks, and these helped organize them much better than what I was doing. It's easy to do by color and style." — Think Blue Get it from Amazon for $7.99 . 3. A budget-friendly SkinSmart facial cleanser spray that reviewers compare to the pricier Tower 28 SOS Spray for its ability to target redness and bacteria without drying out your skin. It's suitable for all skin types and is ideal for busy bodies who still want to take good care of their skin. Just spray and go — no scrubbing needed! See it in action on TikTok . Promising review: "I rarely write reviews, but I am already in love with whatever sorcery is in this bottle! This was a TikTok-influenced buy, so I was skeptical. When I got the product, I was having a horrible breakout with a HUGE irritated pimple in the crevice of my nose, and after two days of using it before and after work, it’s gone! It immediately helped the redness and irritation as well, and I'm blown away! After less than a week, my breakout has almost cleared up completely." — Catherine bunch Get it from Amazon for $17.46 . 4. A set of reusable Wad-Free tools you might recognize from Shark Tank if you're tired of laundry day getting derailed by tangled bedsheets. These help maintain a balanced washer drum, reduce dry times, and prevent wet clothes from getting trapped in the sheets. Wad-Free is a small biz that was launched during the pandemic by Cyndi Bray, who had a wadding problem and no available solutions. So they did what anyone would do (JK) — learned CAD (computer-aided design) and invented a genius solution! Promising review: "Wow!!! You wonder if things like this really work and, well, I can absolutely confirm it does! First, I was impressed that the package came with two of the devices because I was only expecting one. So there was one for the fitted sheet and the flat sheet. Finally, I tried it out, and my sheets not only did NOT wad up, but they came out of the dryer feeling fresher, more dry, and unwrinkled! I will be buying a set of these for each of my immediate family members and close friends! What a great gift!!!" — katy Get a pair from Amazon for $19.99 (also available in a four-pack). 5. A nonaerosol dry shampoo powder packed in a travel-friendly compact to prolong wash day and revive greasy locks so you can basically roll right out of bed and into the office and STILL have coworkers complimenting your fabulous hair. Promising review: "I am so glad I gave this product a try, as it works amazingly well on my fine, oily hair. I have used just about every dry shampoo product on the market, and this is by far the best one yet . My hair looks beautiful, and I can now go nearly a week without washing (while still having absolutely gorgeous hair)! I used to have to wash my hair every other day when I was using my former favorite dry shampoo (and it made my scalp itch on day two). This product is definitely worth a try, and it may soon be your favorite!" — Melanie Havert Get it from Amazon for $18 (available in eight styles). 6. Some Sock Ons because no one told you that putting (and keeping) socks on your kid was such a time-consuming, daily ordeal. These stretchy sleeves sit over their sock to keep them exactly where they belong — on their feet. These are designed for ages 6–12 months. Promising review: "These things are GREAT! I normally wouldn't spend money on something that seemed kind of silly like this, but my sister-in-law gave me a box of baby stuff when I had my second kid, and there were two pairs of Sock Ons in there, and I had no idea what they were, but l et me tell you...they are HANDY to have ! So much so that I got on Amazon and bought a pink pair for my daughter. They keep the socks from falling off nonstop. Without these, her socks will fall off like...100 times a day, and with these, they only come off maybe once or twice if she is kicking a lot. It is cold here right now, so I love that they keep her socks on and keep her feet warmer. These would be a good purchase by a parent and a GREAT purchase for a gift because it's something a lot of people won't buy themselves unless they know that they work ! The ONLY downfall is that they cover up part of the sock design...which some of the little baby socks are cute...but it's worth it!" — zoey1012 Get them from Amazon for $14.77 . 7. A convenient automatic cat feeder so your favorite feline never misses a meal, even when a million other things are vying for your attention. Create a personalized meal schedule, and this feeder will dispense a pre-set amount of food up to four times a day. You can even add a cute little mealtime voice memo for when you're away! It plugs into the wall, but it also accepts batteries in case of power outages. Promising review : " We held off for years, telling ourselves our cat would eventually accept his feeding time if we were consistent in ignoring him. Well, here we are. Wish we bought this sooner; best money I've ever spent. Plus, we can more easily leave our cat for a few days without worrying as much. The battery backup is a nice feature, and it's easy to program, and once you get it set up you basically don't need to do anything except monitor the amount of remaining food . My only slight complaint is that the bowl itself is a hollow plastic, so the food hitting the bowl was actually loud enough in the other room to wake us up. So we now just have it dispense onto the mat we have." — Jen E Get it from Amazon for $55.99+ (available in two sizes and four colors). 8. A bleach-free Wet & Forget shower cleaner for not only cleaning but preventing soap scum buildup with minimal effort. Once a week, simply give your shower a spray, let it sit overnight, rinse, and — BOOM — you're done and didn't even break a sweat. Promising review: "I have been having shower draining issues, so there was a buildup of soap scum in my shower. I have a very weak stomach, and cleaning the shower makes me physically ill. I have tried several products that have claimed to be no scrub/wipe but this has been the only one that has worked. I sprayed it after my shower and left it to sit until the next night. Found that A LOT of the grime had disappeared. Now, was it perfect? No. But I think with consistent use, it will get there. Highly recommend this product." — KZ Get it from Amazon for $20.98+ (available in two sizes and two scents). 9. A Dawn Powerwash spray bundle that eliminates the time-consuming dish pre-soak so you can clear out your sink sooner. Just spray, wait a few minutes while it works it's magic, and wipe the stains away. This bundle includes one spray bottle and three refills. It also works great for any other greasy messes you have around the house! Promising review: “The first place I tried this was in my air fryer basket. It gets caked with the grease that comes from the food. The dishwasher doesn't get it clean. I sprayed this on it, and within a few minutes, the soap started turning a brownish color. I sprayed a little more and let it sit for an hour. All of the grease came off with a rinse!! Bonus use: I just used it to get resin off of my and my daughter's hands!! How did I ever live without this??" — A D Get it from Amazon for $18.22 . 10. Or a pack of carborundum sponges if your normie sponge is failing to clear away the burnt-on bits your pans like to hold onto. Promising review: "Nice and thin. You'll find so many more uses for these around the house than just getting stuff off the underside of cookware! I had hard, scaly water deposits on the glass surrounding our powder room faucet (one of those fancy, highfalutin, modern-looking things). I've tried everything for 4 years to get this stuff off. One day, I thought, 'Maybe I'll try my sponges.' Took it all off super easily!!!! The faucet looks like new. My only rec is to spot-test your item first before using it because it will scratch certain surfaces if you scrub too aggressively (for example, it gets the burned-on, weird stuff off of the bottom of my fave Our Place pan, but I rubbed too hard in one spot and it took the color right off lol)." — Hoarder Get an eight-pack from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in two sponge thicknesses). 11. A Shark Tank -approved Souper Cubes freezer tray designed to fit a serving (1 cup) of soup or sauce per cube so you can freeze and then reheat when you need a quick meal instead of defrosting an entire big container. Souper Cubes is a family-run small business with a passion for better frozen meal prep and food waste reduction! Plus, their products are BPA-free and dishwasher-safe. This tray has fill lines on the side of the compartments for half and full cups. Promising review: "LOVE LOVE LOVE. My freezer is so much more organized now. Gone are the days of having to defrost an entire bag of chicken broth for one cup for a recipe. I now have perfectly portioned 1/2-cup and 1-cup blocks ready to go. They fit easily in freezer bags, take up less space, and make me incredibly happy. There was a lot of attention to detail put into the design, and I particularly appreciate the wire inside the rim that holds everything steady — no more worrying about spilling all the liquid on the way to the freezer. Just a fantastic product all around. I purchased this and a cheaper version from another manufacturer at the same time but returned the other product. This one is definitely worth the added cost." — Kate Get it from Amazon for $19.95 (available in four colors and a two-pack). Check out my colleague's Souper Cubes review to learn more! 12. These rust-resistant double-sided shower hooks because changing out your curtain or liner doesn't have to be such a time-consuming ordeal. Plus, they're engineered with tiny roller balls that glide over the rod without the usual tugging and pulling. Promising review: "Wow. Game changer. I have to change my shower curtain liner a lot because of a humid bathroom (yes, even with a fan on 😬). Though there are greater issues in the world, why wouldn’t you want to save yourself some time with these hooks! Not having to take the curtain off each time I change the liner has really been more satisfying than I had anticipated. Added bonus are the rings themselves; the balls that were added hug the shower curtain rod so they never pop off. Something I never knew I needed either. Love these!" — Jdbouchart Get 12 hooks from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in 12 colors). 13. An air-dry leave-in cream so you can get touchable, crunch-free curls and enjoy less frizz without getting the blow-dryer or other heat styling tools involved. It's wash and go, just like you've always dreamed. This cream helps define your natural texture and works best on those with wavy, curly, or coily hair!! Promising review: "I'm so grateful that I found this product. My hair is wavy and frizzy. Every once in a great while, my waves resemble curls, but the frizz is always there. I've only used this product once so far, and I never want to be without it. I put some on after towel-drying (no brushing) my hair, and my waves actually resembled curls! It wasn't instant, so I was skeptical, but after about 15 minutes, I caught a glimpse of my hair in the mirror, and I was amazed. It looked styled rather than a ratty mess. I slept on it, and it still looked great in the morning!!!" — mich0610 Get it from Amazon for $8.39 . 14. A beloved tub of pink cleaning paste for performing small cleaning miracles on virtually any surface in your home without endless scrubbing or constant switching between products. Try it out on those "forever" stains other solutions could never handle, and fly through your cleaning in a fraction of the time. Promising review: "Found this product on TikTok. I don’t think I’ve ever seen value like I do with this product! Literally, use it on EVERYTHING!! Kids and teens have dirt, grime, and grease on their walls? This will make it look like a new paint job. Baseboards need some love? A pea-sized amount of this makes them look brand new. Need a shoe cleaner? PERFECT for sneakers. I could name a million more uses, but I can ASSURE you this is worth every penny. What’s more? You need so LITTLE of this product that it will last a VERY long time. Thank you, TikTok! !!" — Rachel in CLT Get it from Amazon for $5.29 . 15. A genius WD-40 pen that packs all the squeak-quieting, lubricating powers of the tried-and-true formula into a precision-tip pen that's easy to use and even easier to keep on hand for quick fixes, so you don't let that squeaky door live on for far too long. Promising review: "I love WD-40 products and use them for everything. I spray on shovels to keep dirt or snow from sticking, spray around windows and thresholds to deter bugs, clean Sharpies off wood and walls, and, of course, stop squeaky doors. These small direct-point application pens are great. Keep one in the glove box, my kitchen 'junk' drawer, and the house toolbox." — BBP623 Get a three-pack from Amazon for $12.99 . 16. A pack of stain-lifting pads to take care of stains like freshly spilled wine or old pet accidents on your carpet without you even having to touch it. Simply lay down the pad, stomp, and let it sit. Promising review: "WOW! Honestly, I was a little skeptical of the promise of these pads, but I bought them just to try them out. THEY WORKED AMAZINGLY WELL! Seriously. I have some stains that are 1.5–2 years old. I've tried everything to get them out. I put these pads on the stains (two to cover the spot), let them sit for about an hour, pulled them up, and the stain was gone. I truly couldn't believe it. The pad was yellow. Somehow, the old urine was soaked up into the pad. My carpet looks like new. I couldn't recommend these any higher for what I wanted and what I got. Wish I could give this more than 5 stars. " — Matt Get a pack of 20 from Amazon for $27.48 . 17. A 40-pound bag of dust-free clumping litter because somehow you feel like all your time is spent hunched over the cat's litter box digging for gold. Make the chore quicker and easier with litter that's low tracking and quickly clumps for easy scooping. BuzzFeed Shopping editor Chelsea Stuart has this stuff on auto-ship: "I live in a third-story apartment in NYC, so I really don't have many options when it comes to cat litter. With Amazon's subscribe and save, though, I can get a 40-pound bag delivered right to my door, so I don't have to carry it back from a store or even up my own stairs! If you live in a multi-cat household, I think it's especially worthwhile because while those little two-pound bags are easy to carry, they go reallyyyy fast. This stuff also clumps up SO well and keeps odor at bay, which is a major blessing." Promising review : "I can hardly believe how well it does the job. It eliminates odors and absorbs excellently. I will only buy this litter from now on, and my cat 💘s it. P.S.: I've tried at least 10 kinds of cat litter, and they are very costly. This one's price is just right and works in every way I need it to. Thank you!" — Paula Stokes Get it from Amazon for $20.99 . 18. A Shark Tank -approved timed lock box so tempting distractions are LITERALLY inaccessible for a designated amount of time — from 1 minute up to 10 days! Pre-commitment devices like this one are a proven method for combatting decision fatigue and conserving willpower so you can fly through your to-do list and still have time for that oh-so-vital R&R. Kitchen Safe is a small business that previously appeared on Shark Tank pitching their locked timer as an effective way to handle temptations and distractions. Promising review: "This really helps to end chronic procrastination and avoid temptations. For me, I would always get distracted by my phone, but now I can finally stay on schedule and finish what I need to." — Lorenz Get it from Amazon for $59+ (available in three sizes and nine styles). 19. A nonstick microwave pasta cooker for the need-it-now noodle lover. This easy-to-use container cooks and drains so you get perfect al dente pasta every time without waiting for the water to boil or getting several dishes involved. Read our Fasta Pasta Microwave Cooker review ! Promising review: "One of those 'why didn't I think of this?' kind of things. It makes cooking pasta so easy and foolproof! No trying to bend/break pasta to get it to fit into a round pan. The instructions tell you exactly how long to microwave it for the different size proportions." — EQUUS Get it from Amazon for $16.99 . 20. A detangling kids leave-in conditioner that'll tame frizz, hydrate curls, reduce breakage, and just generally decrease the amount of time spent fussing over your kid's hair — something you'll both be grateful for. Promising review: "My daughter’s curly hair is usually filled with tangles in the morning because she tosses and turns in her sleep, but this leave-in has been an absolute lifesaver. It is lightweight, adds shine and definition to her ringlets, and best of all, it’s much easier to run a brush through her hair in the morning. This spray also has a fruity scent that my little girl loves. I highly recommend it to other moms." — AME Get it from Amazon for $9.99 . 21. A patented ChomChom pet hair remover if Fido's shedding is taking over your home and you're sick of lugging out the vacuum every three seconds. This uses bristles, not sticky tape, to catch lint meaning you can clean and reuse it over and over and over again. ChomChom Roller is a Massachusetts-based small biz creating an eco-friendly, reusable alternative to sticky lint rollers. Promising review: " TikTok made me buy this, and it is money well spent!! I’m convinced my beagle sheds a full coat of hair and regrows it daily! I use this on my bed every single day, and it blows my mind how well it works. Before this, I was going through four to five disposable sticky rollers a month and spending three times longer to remove dog hair. I am buying these for everyone in my family as Christmas gifts this year! ❤️" — tiff4short Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in multiple styles). 22. An upholstered armless task chair featuring a wide seat for anyone who simply cannot function without sitting like a pretzel and needs a fidget-friendly setup to help them in that the flow. Promising review: "LOVE THIS CHAIR! So comfortable I strangely look forward to sitting at my desk now." — Anonymous Get it from Wayfair for $92.99+ (available in seven colors) 23. A gel toilet cleaning stamp to keep your porcelain throne looking and smelling clean between scrub sessions with approximately zero effort. Cleansing gel releases with every flush, leaving behind a fresh scent and preventing stain buildups. Each stamp lasts for around 12 days! Promising review: "I love these 'stamps.' They keep your toilet clean and make the entire bathroom smell fantastic, clean, and deodorized at all times. They are very easy to use; don't over-complicate the instructions. I did, thinking there had to be more to it than that. You just stick it on the inside of the toilet and it will stay in place and clean the toilet each time it is flushed. I love these!" — J. D. Robinson Get six stamps from Amazon for $5.49 . 24. A windshield cover with a thermal protective layer because it'll defend your car from snow and frost before it ever has a chance to settle in and delay your commute. You'll be happy to skip the scraping, and your boss will be even happier when you actually roll in on time for once. Promising review: "I decided I wanted a windshield cover this winter for my 2012 Dodge Journey — let me just tell you — best investment ever! I live in Lincoln, Nebraska, and our winters tend to be pretty harsh. Right now, our weather is mild, but I have saved minutes of scraping in the morning when there was frost. The best thing about this product is it has elastic to go over mirrors and then flaps to go inside the car to prevent theft. It has worked fantastic. I put my windshield wipers over the material just to help it stay in place, especially when windy, and that has worked great!!" — Katherine K. Get it from Amazon for $19.95 . 25. A pair of nonstick silicone baking mats so you can say "buh-bye" to burnt-on bits that make your sheet pans impossible to clean. AND these have all the same slick, nonstick benefits of single-use parchment paper and foil but without the waste! Promising review: "I was recommended this product by a friend and all I can think is, 'Where has this been all my life?!' Nothing so far has stuck to these, and they are so easy to clean. I bought new baking sheets to go with them, and they keep them so clean!! Food still gets beautifully done but without the need to scrape the residue off your baking sheets afterward. I love this product!!!" — Charmed316 Get a pair from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in two styles). 26. A 52-sheet to-do list pad for when you're overwhelmed with all the things that need doing and just don't know where to start. Blank legal pads do not inspire, but this cutie sure does! Promising review: "I LOVE this product! I live off lists every day at work, and this keeps me super organized! I have my daily list, top three priorities, things I need to remember for the next day, and miscellaneous notes all on the same page!" — Ldsappy Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in six colors/styles). 27. A handy bag holder featured on Shark Tank that'll get all your groceries from the car to the house in ONE run. It easily holds up to 80 pounds and can be carried by hand or tossed over your shoulder (it's padded) for hands-free ease. Click & Carry is a Los Angeles-based, woman-owned small biz founded by Kim Meckwood as a way to solve her own struggles lugging shopping bags around. Since then, the Click & Carry has been utilized for a range of uses, from carrying paint cans to sports equipment. Promising review: "I heard about this product from a friend and had been meaning to check it out. My only regret about this purchase is not getting it earlier! I used to dread going to the grocery store due to the hassle of struggling with all my bags and the multiple trips to and from the car. Now, those days are a thing of the past because of this ESSENTIAL product. After realizing my newfound love of this product, I did some research and found all sorts of other uses for it, such as using it to secure my purse to my shopping cart and hooking my dog leashes together to walk both dogs at the same time. I love this product and love gifting it to others as well!" — Lisa Gilroy Get it from Amazon for $13.99 (available in seven colors). 28. A wall-mounted shower hair catcher if too much of your shower time is spent working to free your fingers from a nest of loose hair. Instead of shaking it off to clog your drain or smearing it on the wall, simply run your fingers through this cat's silicone "teeth" to trap that hairball and move on. Shower Cat is the small business behind this...well..shower cat. Promising review: " This little thing has saved us so much time and effort when cleaning the shower! Just stick it up with the included adhesive, and every time you wash your hair you can just rub your finger along the silicone nubs to catch it. Holds quite a bit of hair, and has outlasted even bleaching the shower. Super simple to clean, and stood up to being sprayed directly with cleaner and rinsed out." — Gwynne Bee Get it from Amazon for $14.95 (available in white and pink). 29. A convenient waterless pet shampoo to quickly freshen up your furry friend when it's been a tad too long since their last bath. Simply spray it on, towel it off, and enjoy your dog's silky, shiny, freshly scented coat. Promising review: "This product has a somewhat strong lavender smell while applying, instructions say spray — let sit for a minute — towel off excess and brush your dog. The smell is lovely and leaves my dogs' fur feeling clean and soft. I have three large dogs and have used it three times on each dog's full body and still have half a bottle left! Will for sure order again. I have never experienced a product that works so well! " — Sarah Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in three sizes and in three scents). 30. A slide-away storage bag because you're tired of feeling like every waking moment is spent picking up stray Lego blocks and other tiny (aka painful) toys. This drawstring compartment doubles as a play mat and, when your kid is done, closes in on itself to whisk away toys quicker than you can say, "Put your toys away." Promising review: "I really like this for my kid's Duplo Lego bricks, but I think it could be used for a lot more than that. I want to get one for my kid's train track. The fabric part is really large and would fit the track on it. I found the cleanup is extremely easy ; all you do is lift up the fabric and it all goes in the bin. An added bonus: My 2-year-old can dump over the bin, and it stays on the fabric part. I also would like to add that I like the fabric on the outside of the bin; it looks durable and good quality ." — KFundy Get it from Amazon for $52.99 (available in four colors). Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.

A contentious race for the White House dominated national headlines in 2024, but there wasn’t much ballot suspense in Eagle County. Kamala Harris secured nearly 61 percent of the vote among local voters, while races for two seats on the Eagle County Board of Commissioners weren’t close. Incumbent Democrat Matt Scherr earned nearly 59% of the vote, and Democrat Tom Boyd cruised to victory in the general election with no Republican challenger vying for the seat vacated by Kathy Chandler-Henry, who opted not to seek a third term. Amid the charged national and statewide debates, such as ballot measures to ban big cat hunting or a sweeping overhaul of Colorado’s electoral system, Eagle County residents found plenty else to argue about. Large developments, school safety, taxpayer-funded art in public spaces and the return of wolves to the Western Slope dominated local headlines and generated piles of letters to the editor. There was also plenty of news to celebrate, from low-cost carriers finally landing at the local airport to Lindsey Vonn returning to World Cup racing at 40 — more than five years after injuries chased her into retirement. Also, the mystery of a hiker who went missing on Eagle County’s highest peak 19 years ago finally saw a major break in the case. What did Vail Daily readers find important in 2025? We pored over all the stories that drew the most engagement from our digital audience to arrive at this year-end list. Here’s a look back at the year that was, based on the stories you clicked the most and the ones you spent the most time reading. The Eagle County Board of Commissioners in December had in-person seats for a case before the U.S. Supreme Court in which Eagle County was the lead plaintiff. The case, Seven County Infrastructure Coalition v Eagle County, Colorado, invalidated a U.S. Surface Transportation Board decision that cleared the way for a proposed Uinta Basin Railway. If approved, the rail line would have linked oilfields pumping “waxy” crude oil to the Union Pacific Railroad’s main east-west line that roughly parallels Interstate 70 and the Colorado River. That line runs through Glenwood Canyon and along the river through much of Eagle County, and ultimately through the Moffat Tunnel to the Front Range. Eagle County was the lead plaintiff in what became a broad-based case against the Utah coalition. An appellate court overturned the Surface Transportation Board’s decision, and the Utah coalition appealed that decision to the nation’s high court. The appeal asks whether the federal National Environmental Policy Act required the Surface Transportation Board to consider the potential environmental harm of the waxy crude cargo. In addition to Commissioners Jeanne McQueeney, Kathy Chandler-Henry and Matt Scherr, county attorneys Beth Oliver and Christina Hooper also attended the oral arguments in the case. A decision is expected by the end of the court’s current term in June . — Scott Miller When Lindsey Vonn officially announced her return to the U.S. Ski Team and World Cup racing five years after her 2019 retirement, she was greeted by a mix of excited anticipation and justified doubts. After all, the 82-time World Cup winner cited chronic injuries as her main reason for leaving the sport in the first place. Plus, she’s 40. At a team press conference the night before the Birds of Prey World Cup races — where Vonn acted as a forerunner — the eight-time downhill Crystal Globe champion addressed both concerns. “The last few years of my career were I think a lot more challenging than I let on,” she said. “But I feel stronger now than I did in my mid to late 20s ... now that I have the chance to physically do what I love, why would I not try?” Concerning her age, Vonn pointed to gymnast Simone Biles as one example of an athlete who exists “outside of the confines of what we believe is the right age” for a particular sport. “I’m just doing what I feel is right for me but at the same time continuing on what other women have done before me,” she added. Vonn nervously stepped into the starting gate in St. Moritz, Switzerland, on Dec. 21, rocketing to a 14th-place finish in her first World Cup race in five years. Fans who’ve followed the Minnesota-born, Ski and Snowboard Club Vail-raised star since the beginning likely were encouraged by the result. They also probably aren’t surprised by Vonn’s ambitious definition of success for her second go-round. “Success is not just participating,” she said. “I know my way back to a competitive level might take a race or two, but I certainly intend on getting back to where I was before.” — Ryan Sederquist For nearly two decades, Vail has been working to build a residency program for artists, and in 2024, it was beginning to look like that was going to come together with Danielle SeeWalker, a citizen of the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe in North Dakota, receiving an invitation to participate in the program. SeeWalker was to create a mural, participate in a workshop and an artist talk, and exhibit a photo documentary project. Much of SeeWalker’s work contains themes that focus on the loss of language her people are experiencing, with many of her pieces showing a native Indigenous person with no mouth, or pixelation occurring over the mouth of her subject. In February, SeeWalker created one of those pieces for an exhibition in Denver, titling the piece “G is for Genocide.” It depicts a native woman with no mouth, wearing a keffiyeh. In a March post on Instagram that displayed the piece, SeeWalker wrote a caption saying “Some days, I have overwhelming grief + guilt for walking around privileged while people in Gaza are suffering.” On May 9, she received a call from a representative from the town of Vail, saying the town was canceling her artist-in-residency program due to the political nature of her work. The announcement sent shockwaves through the art community in Colorado, with one former muralist in Vail saying it was wrong for Vail to pull the residency out from under SeeWalker instead of having a conversation. Many agreed, but the town stuck by its decision , saying Art in Public Places did not want to “use public funds to support any position on a polarizing geopolitical issue.” SeeWalker later appeared at a Vail Symposium event in Vail , saying she was grateful that the Symposium had invited her to visit and “have a voice, which was something I wasn’t given the opportunity to do.” In October, the American Civil Liberties Union announced that it had filed a suit against the town of Vail on SeeWalker’s behalf. “G is for Genocide” had no relationship with the AIPP program or SeeWalker’s residency, the ACLU said, “Nonetheless, the town of Vail decided to cancel SeeWalker’s residency because of the views SeeWalker expressed in her post. Vail’s invidious viewpoint discrimination — which violates the First Amendment and Colorado Constitution — perpetuates a history of censorship of Indigenous people’s perspectives in Colorado and the United States.” — John LaConte The Eagle County Board of Commissioners on Sept. 9 closed out a summer of hearings by approving the massive West End project , a 275-unit apartment project in Edwards. Just west of the Gashouse Restaurant, the West End will be developed by East West Partners. It is being built without government subsidies and will have 275 studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments, with deed restrictions on 207 of the units. While supporters cited the need for workforce housing in the valley, many residents opposed the plan , expressing concerns about the size of the building and the impact it and its residents would have on the adjacent Eagle River Preserve open space. Critics also questioned the parking plan and the impacts of traffic on local roads, particularly on a proposed loop road intended to direct traffic to only right turns into and out of the complex, and through the roundabout at the intersection of U.S. Highway 6 and the Edwards Spur Road. Other residents, and the commissioners, also asked about the potential affordability of the units. Several businesses, including Vail Health, intend to master lease units at the West End. Other units will be price-capped, geared toward those making no more than 80% to 100% of the area median income. With the Sept. 9 approvals in hand, East West must now submit a “final plat application.” That application requires a public hearing. As of late November, East West had submitted that application but it had not yet been deemed “sufficient” by county planners. The application cannot move forward until any deficiencies have been addressed. — Scott Miller The reintroduction of gray wolves in Colorado has faced mixed reviews since 10 wolves were relocated from Oregon to the Western Slope in December 2023. The restoration, mandated by voters, aims to reinstate wolves to a region where they were eradicated over 80 years ago. While Colorado Parks and Wildlife officials report positive biological outcomes, such as the birth of five wolf pups in the first established pack from the reintroduced wolves, the first year of reintroduction was fraught with tension, particularly among ranchers who describe the experience as painful and stressful, aggravated by livestock conflicts and management challenges. There have been calls for a pause in future reintroductions until effective conflict mitigation measures are implemented. Environmental advocates argue the reintroduction supports wildlife biodiversity and ecosystem health, asserting that the program is on track despite reports of livestock conflicts and three wolf deaths. Yet, ranchers feel overwhelmed by the added stress and financial burdens, leading to heightened concerns about the safety of their herds. There are also worries over politics interfering with science-backed decision-making and a lack of support for ranchers from state officials. Earlier this month, Colorado Parks and Wildlife and the Eagle County Board of Commissioners hosted a listening session regarding wolf reintroduction efforts . They got an earful. District Wildlife Manager Matt Yamashita presented plans for introducing more wolves to the area, prompting a strong response from ranchers advocating for a pause in the program due to ongoing concerns over livestock safety and wildlife management. Rancher James Bair emphasized the need for improved management strategies for both livestock and wildlife, especially in cases of depredation — echoing requests made by agriculture and livestock groups seeking a pause in reintroduction. He also expressed worry that wolf reintroduction could potentially harm the growing moose population and negatively impact out-of-state hunters. Other ranchers voiced their anxiety about the presence of wolves near their cattle, arguing that Western Slope dynamics differ significantly from the successful wolf management seen in Yellowstone. Jill Schlegel, along with others, highlighted the loss of property rights and the necessity of allowing ranchers to protect their livestock with lethal force if necessary. Some ranchers dismissed preventive measures like range riders and drones as ineffective against the vast grazing areas they manage. Commissioner Kathy Chandler-Henry affirmed the ranchers’ vital role in the community and assured them that their concerns would be taken seriously. Yamashita acknowledged the composure of the ranchers during discussions, praising their commitment to responsible management in Eagle and Garfield counties. Looking forward, CPW plans to introduce up to 15 additional wolves this winter, alongside new initiatives to address challenges faced by the agricultural community. The agency has said it is committed to enhancing educational programs and improving communication with impacted stakeholders.” — Ali Longwell and Scott Miller For just about as long as the Eagle County Regional Airport has brought countless visitors to the valley, locals have asked, “What’s in it for me?” We saw an answer to that question this year, with the announced arrival of Alaska Airlines and Frontier Airlines. Frontier flights arrived first on Dec. 16 , with flights from Denver and Dallas. A flight from San Francisco followed a few days later. Frontier is flying into Eagle County with full-size Airbus A320 jets. Alaska Airlines followed suit on Dec. 20 , when a pair of 76-seat “regional” jets arrived from Seattle and San Diego. Alaska is coming to Eagle County with a “minimum revenue guarantee” common to airlines starting new routes. Those guarantees backstop airlines against losses if flights don’t have enough flights to be profitable. Frontier is coming to Eagle County without those guarantees and is instead putting various deals onto both its social media channels and its website, with fares to Denver as low as $19. Locals were taking advantage of the initial flights. One Eagle resident was getting aboard the first Frontier flight back to Denver to catch a connecting flight to Arizona, while an East Vail resident was ready to board the Alaska flight back to Seattle to visit family there. The Alaska flight will be through the winter. The Frontier flight may stretch past the winter, with some seasonal interruptions. — Scott Miller In September, the Eagle County School District was rocked by the dissemination of several messages that contained threats to students’ safety. While the initial messages came through social media, follow-up threats were called in directly to the Vail Public Safety Communications Center. Law enforcement agents from the Eagle County Sheriff’s Office, the Eagle Police Department, the Avon Police Department and the Vail Police Department worked with state and federal agents to investigate the source of the threats and determine their credibility. The majority of the threats were identified as “swatting” incidents, in which illegal prank messages are sent to emergency services falsely reporting a serious crime or criminal threat to initiate an armed police turnout to a specific location. While the threats were under investigation, Eagle County School District Superintendent Phil Qualman opted to keep schools open. Students’ safety “is always our top priority,” Qualman said during the Sept. 11 school board meeting, which came in the middle of the week of threats. “In an effort to provide support and normalcy for our students, we made the decision to continue with classes and extracurriculars today with an increased police presence out of an abundance of caution.” Qualman cited the lack of credibility of the threats, and the need to keep students in school to prevent learning loss from online classes similar to that which occurred during the COVID-19 pandemic, and said that although many students and families did ask to switch to remote learning, many also thanked him for the approach he took. “This district is not going to shut down again because of some random, anonymous threats that come across social media, a forum that is too easy to make anonymous threats,” Qualman said during the school board meeting. In an interview with the Vail Daily the week following the majority of the threats, Qualman stood by his decision. “For the most part, we believe that our actions were appropriate,” he said. Still, students, teachers and families expressed concerns for their own and their children’s safety to the school board and on social media, and some families chose to keep their students home from school. “I have never been more scared to attend school (than) this past week ever, in my 16 years of school,” said Victor Lopez, a student at Battle Mountain High School, during the school board meeting. “I was thinking ‘I would rather skip class and be alive than be in a hallway where there’s an active shooter.'” The majority of threats were tracked down by law enforcement. While some came from outside of the United States, in Eagle, a juvenile was identified and arrested within days in connection to threats made to Eagle Valley Middle School students. — Zoe Goldstein After years of fighting over a piece of land in town, the town of Vail and Vail Resorts agreed to settle the dispute for the greater benefit of the community. The controversy surrounded a parcel of land in East Vail which is home to a native herd of bighorn sheep. The parcel was long thought to be state, but in 2016 the Eagle County assessor determined that the true owner of the land was Vail Resorts. Vail Resorts paid back taxes for the property and in 2017 received new zoning for housing and conservation, followed by Town Council approval in 2019 for the construction of 61 units, including 49 deed-restricted apartments However, a referendum vote that reshaped the Town Council eventually led the town to pursue acquiring the land through eminent domain. That resulted in a legal battle which was finally settled in 2024, with Vail Resorts agreeing to drop all appeals regarding the eminent domain acquisition, and the town agreeing to prioritize the redevelopment of the West Lionshead area. The town agreed to partner with Vail Resorts to support the development of a base village on the site, which is anticipated to feature access to Vail Mountain along with new lodging, restaurants, boutiques, and skier services as well as community benefits such as workforce housing, public spaces, transit and parking. Vail Mayor Travis Coggin, who grew up in Vail, said the plan represents a shared goal for all parties involved. “We are in an era of renewed collaboration between the town and Vail Resorts,” Coggin said. “The entire Vail Town Council and I are excited to partner with Vail Resorts and East West Partners in a process to enable this exciting new base village for Vail Mountain, which will bring significant benefits to our guests and community.” Beth Howard, vice president and chief operating officer of Vail Mountain, said the development of the West Lionshead base village will benefit the community as well as the resort’s employees and guests. “We look forward to this next chapter of building the future together,” Howard said. “And we appreciate that East West Partners is a part of the partnership, given they are known for creating meaningful places that bring people together, with creativity and expertise.” After almost 19 years, the mystery of Michelle Vanek’s disappearance may have been solved by an all-female search team. Vanek, a 35-year-old mother of four, went missing on Sept. 24, 2005 while on a hike to Mount of the Holy Cross — Eagle County’s tallest peak and only 14’er. An intense, eight-day search in 2005 failed to turn up any signs of the missing woman before it was called off due to inclement weather. In October 2022 a local man and his son were hiking off trail in a boulder field when they found a boot that was later identified as belonging to Vanek. That discovery prompted another search, but no other clues were found. In the fall of 2023, Vanek came in a dream to Vail Mountain Rescue Group Board President Scott Beebe, who told him she didn’t want to be found by men. Beebe turned over the case to the group’s growing number of female members. Those women took a deep dive into maps and files from previous years of searching, and set Aug. 20 as the date of its first organized search. On Sept. 13, team member Erika German and Zack Smith went into an area where they believed Vanek may have been, and found what are believed to have been Vanek’s belongings. While Eagle County Coroner Cara Bettis has not yet confirmed that the remains found at the site are those of Vanek, her family has been notified, and the belongings match those Vanek took into the backcountry with her.Trump has pressed for voting changes. GOP majorities in Congress will try to make that happen ATLANTA (AP) — Republicans in Congress plan to move quickly in their effort to overhaul the nation’s voting procedures, seeing an opportunity with control of the White House and both chambers of Congress. They want to push through long-sought changes such as voter ID and proof-of-citizenship requirements. They say the measures are needed to restore public confidence in elections. That's after an erosion of trust that Democrats note has been fueled by false claims from Donald Trump and his allies of widespread fraud in the 2020 election. Democrats say they are willing to work with the GOP but want any changes to make it easier, not harder, to vote. Americans are exhausted by political news. TV ratings and a new AP-NORC poll show they're tuning out NEW YORK (AP) — A lot of Americans, after an intense presidential election campaign, are looking for a break in political news. That's evident in cable television news ratings and a poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research. The poll found nearly two-thirds of Americans saying they've found the need recently to cut down on their consumption of political and government news. That's particularly true among Democrats following President-elect Donald Trump's victory, although a significant number of Republicans and independents feel the same way. Cable networks MSNBC and CNN are really seeing a slump. That's also happened in years past for networks that particularly appeal to supporters of one candidate. Israel strikes Houthi rebels in Yemen's capital while the WHO chief says he was meters away JERUSALEM (AP) — A new round of Israeli airstrikes in Yemen have targeted the Houthi rebel-held capital of Sanaa and multiple ports. The World Health Organization’s director-general said the bombardment on Thursday took place just “meters away” as he was about to board a flight in Sanaa. He says a crew member was hurt. The strikes followed several days of Houthi attacks and launches setting off sirens in Israel. Israel's military says it attacked infrastructure used by the Houthis at the international airport in Sanaa, power stations and ports. The Israeli military didn't immediate respond to questions about the WHO chief's statement. The US says it pushed retraction of a famine warning for north Gaza. Aid groups express concern. WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. officials say they asked for — and got — the retraction of an independent monitor's warning of imminent famine in north Gaza. The internationally Famine Early Warning System Network issued the warning this week. The new report had warned that starvation deaths in north Gaza could reach famine levels as soon as next month. It cited what it called Israel's “near-total blockade” of food and water. The U.S. ambassador to Israel, Jacob Lew, criticized the finding as inaccurate and irresponsible. The U.S. Agency for International Development, which funds the famine-monitoring group, told the AP it had asked for and gotten the report's retraction. USAID officials tell The Associated Press that it had asked the group for greater review of discrepancies in some of the data. India's former prime minister Manmohan Singh, architect of economic reforms, dies aged 92 NEW DELHI (AP) — India’s former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, widely regarded as the architect of India’s economic reform program and a landmark nuclear deal with the United States, has died. He was 92. The hospital said Singh was admitted to New Delhi’s All India Institute of Medical Sciences late Thursday after his health deteriorated due to “sudden loss of consciousness at home." He was “being treated for age-related medical conditions,” the statement added. A mild-mannered technocrat, Singh became one of India’s longest-serving prime ministers for 10 years and earned a reputation as a man of great personal integrity. But his sterling image was tainted by allegations of corruption against his ministers. What is known about a plane crash in Kazakhstan that killed 38 of 67 people on board The crash of an Azerbaijani airliner in Kazakhstan has killed 38 of 67 people on board. Azerbaijan Airlines’ Embraer 190 was en route from Azerbaijani capital Baku to the Russian city of Grozny in the North Caucasus on Wednesday when it was diverted for reasons that aren’t fully clear yet. It crashed while making an attempt to land in Aktau in Kazakhstan after flying east across the Caspian Sea. Officials in Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan and Russia haven't commented on a possible cause of the crash pending an official investigation. Some commentators pointed out holes in the plane's tail section pictured after the crash as a sign that it could have been fired upon by air defense systems. Ukraine's military intelligence says North Korean troops are suffering heavy battlefield losses KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukraine's military intelligence says North Korean troops are suffering heavy losses in Russia's Kursk region and face logistical difficulties as a result of Ukrainian attacks. The intelligence agency said Thursday that Ukrainian strikes near Novoivanovka inflicted heavy casualties on North Korean units. Ukraine's president said earlier this week that 3,000 North Korean troops have been killed and wounded in the fighting in the Kursk region. It marked the first significant estimate by Ukraine of North Korean casualties several weeks after Kyiv announced that North Korea had sent 10,000 to 12,000 troops to Russia to help it in the almost 3-year war. How the stock market defied expectations again this year, by the numbers NEW YORK (AP) — What a wonderful year 2024 has been for investors. U.S. stocks ripped higher and carried the S&P 500 to records as the economy kept growing and the Federal Reserve began cutting interest rates. The benchmark index posted its first back-to-back annual gains of more than 20% since 1998. The year featured many familiar winners, such as Big Tech, which got even bigger as their stock prices kept growing. But it wasn’t just Apple, Nvidia and the like. Bitcoin and gold surged and “Roaring Kitty” reappeared to briefly reignite the meme stock craze. Holiday shoppers increased spending by 3.8% despite higher prices New data shows holiday sales rose this year even as Americans wrestled with still high prices in many grocery necessities and other financial worries. According to Mastercard SpendingPulse, holiday sales from the beginning of November through Christmas Eve climbed 3.8%, a faster pace than the 3.1% increase from a year earlier. The measure tracks all kinds of payments including cash and debit cards. This year, retailers were even more under the gun to get shoppers in to buy early and in bulk since there were five fewer days between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Mastercard SpendingPulse says the last five days of the season accounted for 10% of the spending. Sales of clothing, electronics and Jewelry rose. Why this Mexican American woman played a vital role in the US sacramental peyote trade MIRANDO CITY, Texas (AP) — Amada Cardenas, a Mexican American woman who lived in the tiny border town of Mirando City in South Texas, played an important role in the history of the peyote trade. She and her husband were the first federally licensed peyote dealers who harvested and sold the sacramental plant to followers of the Native American Church in the 1930s. After her husband's death in 1967, Cardenas continued to welcome generations of Native American Church members to her home until her death in 2005, just before her 101st birthday.

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