The holidays are supposed to be the most wonderful time of year, but they’re also one of the most expensive. And it’s not just gifts that we’re spending money on. It’s flights to visit family, ingredients to prepare a special dinner and a glittery new dress for our office’s holiday party. Of course, you want to enjoy the holidays, but you also don’t want to find yourself staring at your bank statement afterwards, wondering just where all that money went. There’s one way to seek solace: Find free activities for everyone to enjoy. Round up Grandma and Grandpa or your gaggle of nieces and nephews and take them to one of these complimentary happenings. You just might find a new side of your neighborhood to explore. The holidays often mean endless eating, binging movies on the couch and generally vegging out. But a holiday race — yes, we mean running — is a great way to jump start those fitness resolutions. Registration for these races is sometimes free, meaning you can take your whole family out to the event for no cost. Just expect to break a sweat. At The Penny Hoarder, free is our favorite word. These companies give you food and other products for free. If your idea of a fun holiday activity is something a little more passive, then a parade is the thing to do. Tune in on Jan. 1 to the Rose Parade to watch beautiful floats roll through Pasadena, California. And if you’d rather take your friends and family out to something in person, look for local holiday parades in your area. Make sure to bring a folding chair and a warm mug and you’re ready to go. This holiday activity requires a bit of work to get off the ground but will come with a big payoff, we promise. If you want to feel like a tourist in your own hometown, then devise a scavenger hunt with clues that will send your guests scrambling around the city. Consider clues that aren’t just object-based — like find the giant blue statue — but require your group to actually do something — for example, take a picture on someone’s porch. Who doesn’t love Bingo? But did you know that holiday Bingo exists? And better yet, it’s completely free. You can create your own version online and print out cards for the whole family to enjoy. Any day off from work or school is a good excuse to go to the library. And what better way to get in the holiday spirit than dusting off a favorite seasonal book? Make an activity of it by allowing each person in your group to choose their favorite book and take turns reading their favorite parts. Whether you live by the mountains or the sea, in the city or in the plains, we know your town has a beautiful place to park or spend a little time. As you feel the essence of the season wash over you, gather up your family or friends, unfurl a blanket and choose a scenic spot to discuss what you’re most grateful for this holiday time of year. If you want to exercise but intense cardio is not your thing, yoga is a low-impact activity that can have a big impact on your mental health. Free yoga courses abound across the country. And Youtube videos mean it’s easy to partake without spending a buck. The spirit of the holiday season is more than gifts and baked goods. It’s about giving back. Treat your neighbors to a treat and create a fun experience by organizing a neighborhood clean-up. Beautifying the place you live will energize you and make your life a little bit easier. Want more money-saving secrets like this? Here are eight more you should try. Twinkling lights are a visual reminder that the holiday season is here. And like snowflakes, each light display has its own unique beauty. Take a stroll around your neighborhood, drive by other lit-up streets or check out the streetscapes and decorated storefronts downtown. The weather may be chilly but that doesn’t mean it’s not a good time for a festival. Many cities host winter festivals to celebrate the holiday season. As long as you have enough willpower not to shop from the booths, attending a local festival can be a nice, no-cost weekend outing. Check your local newspaper or community social media pages to see what events will take place in your town or a nearby city. Gather up a merry band of friends and family and sing all your favorite holiday tunes. Some mugs of hot cocoa afterward make for an even better experience. Get your family together to write thank-you notes to relatives and friends who sent gifts. Amid the flurry of unwrapping, it’s particularly easy for kids to “forget” they even got a present. And this gives everyone a chance to send holiday wishes to those who may be far away. Capture the moment with an informal, seasonal photoshoot. Use your seasonal home decor as a nice backdrop — or select a beautiful snowy spot for outdoor photos. If you live in an area where it snows, take advantage of all the frozen fun. Make a snowman, have a snowball fight, go sledding and enjoy every snow day you get. You don’t have much longer to listen to the holiday hit parade. So put on some holiday music and rock out around the Christmas tree. Bring out all your arts and craft supplies and turn your Pinterest dreams into reality. Consider this holiday activity if you’re looking for something to do with the kids over winter break. A quick Google search will help you find craft projects to do with kids of all ages. Another life hack? Stop spending too much money on these five dumb things. Still need a gift for someone on your list? Presents don’t have to come from a store. A homemade gift can be just as special. Check out this list of 100 free gift ideas . ‘Tis the season for cookies and pies and cinnamon rolls! Bake up batches of your best holiday treats to give to loved ones or to munch on throughout the season. If you like taking on a project, try baking and assembling a gingerbread house from scratch. Perfect a new dish — or a passed-down recipe — to bring to the upcoming holiday get-together. Or experiment in the kitchen to put your own twist on a family favorite. The holidays aren’t cheap. Try one of these 50 ways to make extra money this month. Call up all your friends who love to bake and task them with whipping up a few dozen of their best cookies. Then gather everyone together to swap and taste each other’s culinary creations. If your kids have a bunch of toys they’ve grown out of or lost interest in, organize a toy exchange with other families in your social circle. Each kid can walk away with something “new” to them and you won’t have to pay a dime. Instead of cooking all the food for a holiday dinner — and spending a bunch of money at the grocery store — host a potluck-style meal. Each person can bring a dish (or drinks or even paper plates) so that no one person is stuck with the financial burden of feeding everyone. December is the time of year when many organizations have their holiday concerts. Even if you don’t know people in the band or chorus, you can come out to support your community. Many performances are free. You don’t have to be a talented singer to sing karaoke. You just have to be up for having a fun time. If you and your friends don’t have a karaoke machine at home, you can always play instrumental lyric videos on YouTube. We know you’re a saver. If you have more than $1,000 in your checking account, it’s time to make these eight moves. Break out the board games and decks of cards and invite your friends over for game night. Ask your pals to bring their favorite games so you have a nice selection to choose from. Winner gets bragging rights for the rest of the year. Make a list of your favorite holiday movies and organize a movie night. Or skip the holiday theme and select movies based on your favorite film genre. Don’t forget the popcorn and snacks! Get to know your loved ones better using conversation cards as discussion prompts. While you can purchase card decks online, you can also Google free printable conversation cards. Bring out the conversation cards when everyone’s together for the big holiday dinner. Give back during the holiday season by volunteering your time to a local charity. You could serve meals at a soup kitchen, deliver presents for kids in need or try another giving activity. With the new year approaching, it’s the perfect time to create your resolutions for the year ahead. Make your goals visual by creating a vision board using magazine clippings, stickers, photos and more. Gather friends and family for a vision board party where everyone can create their vision boards together. This was originally published on The Penny Hoarder , a personal finance website that empowers millions of readers nationwide to make smart decisions with their money through actionable and inspirational advice, and resources about how to make, save and manage money.Child Advocacy Center to partner with ThorpeWood for nature-based therapy

Trae Young, Hawks hoping to win big in Vegas at the NBA Cup semifinalsFORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — TCU leading scorer Frankie Collins will miss the rest of the season because of a broken bone in his left foot, the school said Friday. The 6-foot-2 senior guard, in his first season at TCU after spending the past two at Arizona State, is scheduled to have surgery Tuesday in Dallas. Collins leads the Horned Frogs (5-4) with 11.2 points and 4.4 assists per game. He also averages 4.4 rebounds per game. TCU said Collins broke his foot in the first half of its 83-74 loss to Vanderbilt last Sunday. He still played 35 minutes, finishing with six points and seven assists. Collins played 31 games as a freshman for Michigan's NCAA Sweet 16 team in 2021-22 before transferring to Arizona State. He started all 32 games last season for the Sun Devils, averaging 13.6 points, 4.4 rebounds and 3.2 assists per game. He could potentially get another college season through a medical redshirt. Arizona State is in its first Big 12 season. It will host TCU on Feb. 15. AP college basketball: https://apnews.com/hub/college-basketball and https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-basketball-poll"Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu fugiat nulla pariatur. Excepteur sint occaecat cupidatat non proident, sunt in culpa qui officia deserunt mollit anim id est laborum." Section 1.10.32 of "de Finibus Bonorum et Malorum", written by Cicero in 45 BC "Sed ut perspiciatis unde omnis iste natus error sit voluptatem accusantium doloremque laudantium, totam rem aperiam, eaque ipsa quae ab illo inventore veritatis et quasi architecto beatae vitae dicta sunt explicabo. Nemo enim ipsam voluptatem quia voluptas sit aspernatur aut odit aut fugit, sed quia consequuntur magni dolores eos qui ratione voluptatem sequi nesciunt. Neque porro quisquam est, qui dolorem ipsum quia dolor sit amet, consectetur, adipisci velit, sed quia non numquam eius modi tempora incidunt ut labore et dolore magnam aliquam quaerat voluptatem. Ut enim ad minima veniam, quis nostrum exercitationem ullam corporis suscipit laboriosam, nisi ut aliquid ex ea commodi consequatur? Quis autem vel eum iure reprehenderit qui in ea voluptate velit esse quam nihil molestiae consequatur, vel illum qui dolorem eum fugiat quo voluptas nulla pariatur?" 1914 translation by H. Rackham "But I must explain to you how all this mistaken idea of denouncing pleasure and praising pain was born and I will give you a complete account of the system, and expound the actual teachings of the great explorer of the truth, the master-builder of human happiness. No one rejects, dislikes, or avoids pleasure itself, because it is pleasure, but because those who do not know how to pursue pleasure rationally encounter consequences that are extremely painful. Nor again is there anyone who loves or pursues or desires to obtain pain of itself, because it is pain, but because occasionally circumstances occur in which toil and pain can procure him some great pleasure. To take a trivial example, which of us ever undertakes laborious physical exercise, except to obtain some advantage from it? But who has any right to find fault with a man who chooses to enjoy a pleasure that has no annoying consequences, or one who avoids a pain that produces no resultant pleasure?" 1914 translation by H. Rackham "But I must explain to you how all this mistaken idea of denouncing pleasure and praising pain was born and I will give you a complete account of the system, and expound the actual teachings of the great explorer of the truth, the master-builder of human happiness. No one rejects, dislikes, or avoids pleasure itself, because it is pleasure, but because those who do not know how to pursue pleasure rationally encounter consequences that are extremely painful. Nor again is there anyone who loves or pursues or desires to obtain pain of itself, because it is pain, but because occasionally circumstances occur in which toil and pain can procure him some great pleasure. To take a trivial example, which of us ever undertakes laborious physical exercise, except to obtain some advantage from it? But who has any right to find fault with a man who chooses to enjoy a pleasure that has no annoying consequences, or one who avoids a pain that produces no resultant pleasure?" Thanks for your interest in Kalkine Media's content! To continue reading, please log in to your account or create your free account with us.Media Advisory: UnitedHealth Group Responds to Misinformation

Published 5:03 pm Saturday, November 30, 2024 By Data Skrive The Marshall Thundering Herd (4-2) meet the Ohio Bobcats (2-5) at 4:00 PM ET on Saturday, December 14, 2024 airing on ESPN+. Looking for men’s college basketball tickets? Head to StubHub today and see your team live. Marshall Stat Ohio 76.2 Points For 76.6 67.5 Points Against 81.9 42.6% Field Goal % 43.1% 40.5% Opponent Field Goal % 49.6% 26.9% Three Point % 32.8% 26.7% Opponent Three Point % 47.1% Catch tons of live college basketball , plus original programming, with ESPN+ or the Disney Bundle. Watch college basketball, other live sports and more on Max. Use our link to sign up today. Date Opponent Score Arena 12/4/2024 Morehead State – Cam Henderson Center | Get tickets for this game at StubHub 12/7/2024 @ UNC Wilmington – Raiford G. Trask Coliseum | Get tickets for this game at StubHub 12/11/2024 @ Wright State – Nutter Center | Get tickets for this game at StubHub 12/14/2024 Ohio Watch this game on ESPN+ Cam Henderson Center | Get tickets for this game at StubHub 12/16/2024 West Virginia Wesleyan – Cam Henderson Center | Get tickets for this game at StubHub 12/21/2024 @ Southern Miss – Reed Green Coliseum | Get tickets for this game at StubHub Date Opponent Score Arena 11/24/2024 Texas State L 74-65 HTC Center 11/30/2024 Robert Morris – Convocation Center Ohio | Get tickets for this game at StubHub 12/7/2024 Morehead State – Convocation Center Ohio | Get tickets for this game at StubHub 12/14/2024 @ Marshall Watch this game on ESPN+ Cam Henderson Center | Get tickets for this game at StubHub 12/18/2024 Austin Peay – Convocation Center Ohio | Get tickets for this game at StubHub 12/30/2024 Muskingum – Convocation Center Ohio | Get tickets for this game at StubHub Watch men’s college basketball, other live sports and more on Fubo. What is Fubo? Fubo is a streaming service that gives you access to your favorite live sports and shows on demand. Use our link to sign up for a free trial.SACRAMENTO, Calif. — California, home to some of the largest technology companies in the world, would be the first U.S. state to require mental health warning labels on social media sites if lawmakers pass a bill introduced Monday. The legislation sponsored by state Attorney General Rob Bonta is necessary to bolster safety for children online, supporters say, but industry officials vow to fight the measure and others like it under the First Amendment. Warning labels for social media gained swift bipartisan support from dozens of attorneys general, including Bonta, after U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy called on Congress to establish the requirements earlier this year, saying social media is a contributing factor in the mental health crisis among young people. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings.

Introducing Fortunes Faze: An Eclectic Fusion of Country and Rock from Ohio's Talented Songwriter 12-09-2024 11:32 PM CET | Leisure, Entertainment, Miscellaneous Press release from: Getnews / PR Agency: ArtistPR.com Image: https://www.getnews.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/1733736127.jpeg Dive into the innovative sound of Fortunes Faze and explore a rich mosaic of music influenced by both tradition and technology. In a world where musical genres often pigeonhole artists, Fortunes Faze emerges as a refreshing blend of country and rock, fusing eclectic storytelling and modern technology. Fortunes Faze represents the artistic endeavors of Wendy Westhoven, who has channeled her passion for writing and stained-glass artistry into the creation of her unique musical identity. Her music, characterized by its vibrant textures and resonant themes, invites listeners on a journey that defies conventional boundaries. What sets Fortunes Faze apart is its embrace of computerization to develop distinct sounds. "I use computerization to enhance voices and music," Wendy explains. "This is just an extension of what artists have been doing for decades with synthesizers and technology. I'm not here to pretend. I'm a songwriter utilizing the tools at my disposal to present my music honestly." Fortunes Faze is not merely about creating tracks but crafting experiences that inspire imagination and evoke emotion, resonating with a wide array of audiences. Wendy's musical journey began in the solitude of Northeast Hungary, where she found peace and inspiration for her songwriting. Despite her modest beginnings, she has achieved significant strides by releasing albums on platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal, and YouTube Music. Fortunes Faze's presence extends beyond these platforms, welcoming collaborations with established musicians and opportunities for her music to enhance visuals in advertising and film. Her dedication and flexibility make her music adaptable and engaging, promising a future filled with creative collaborations and new musical adventures. Let your curiosity lead you to this compelling musical project. Explore Fortunes Faze's website [ https://fortunesfaze.com/ ] for more immersive music experiences, follow her on social media, and consider purchasing her CDs to support a rising star dedicated to sharing her unique sound with the world. Video: https://www.youtube.com/embed/mh7kutP4Sec?si=5-9PahvaghKvrsr6 ABOUT Fortunes Faze is the artistic project of Wendy Westhoven, a multifaceted creative based in Ohio. Known for her imaginative stained-glass artistry, Westhoven discovered her passion for music by transforming her poetry into songs. She uses cutting-edge computer technology to create compelling vocals and instrumentals, crafting a sound that bridges rock, hard rock, and country genres. Unconstrained by traditional methods, Westhoven sees computerized music as a natural evolution in artistic expression. Her lyrics are rooted in authenticity, drawing from a lifetime of introspection and creativity. Though she doesn't perform live, she envisions Fortunes Faze evolving into a performance band or inspiring established artists to reinterpret her work. Westhoven's music is distributed across Spotify, YouTube, and major streaming platforms. With her debut album already garnering positive feedback, her second release, Shadows Into Light , signals her commitment to exploring new artistic horizons. As she prepares for future projects, including a country-focused album, Fortunes Faze is becoming a beacon of innovation in independent music. LINKS Main Website: https://fortunesfaze.com [ https://fortunesfaze.com/ ] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fortunesfaze/profilecard/?igsh=ZDB3ZXd5cnJxc2Zw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Edd7MHJKu/ Kunaki: https://kunaki.com/msales.asp?PublisherId=208209&pp=1&fbclid=PAY2xjawGy2iVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABpt3JqQT9eKKUK03mkWByai4laXVX-2jGskovM1WOlklK_OlEvFv82MR5UQ_aem_bzg4AIt2tc_pyDbIrQUV1A YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fortunesfaze Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6jQBl5FqikFds1NmQRVKaP?si=P3MrYr_VSN-_dLzmugQ_Fw Media Contact Contact Person: Wendy Westhoven Email: Send Email [ http://www.universalpressrelease.com/?pr=introducing-fortunes-faze-an-eclectic-fusion-of-country-and-rock-from-ohios-talented-songwriter ] Phone: 800-983-1362 State: Ohio Country: United States Website: https://fortunesfaze.com/ This release was published on openPR.International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2024Is Enron back? If it’s a joke, some former employees aren’t laughing

Real vs. fake: Can you spot AI-generated images?NYC councilman demands judge’s resignation for freeing career criminal who later shot cop: ‘Lack of judgment’TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Brandon Stroud led South Florida past Webber International on Saturday with 16 points off of the bench in a 106-49 victory. Stroud shot 6 of 7 from the field and 4 for 4 from the line for the Bulls (7-6). Kobe Knox scored 15 points, going 5 of 8 (3 for 6 from 3-point range). Quincy Adekokoya went 5 of 11 from the field (3 for 6 from 3-point range) to finish with 14 points, while adding seven rebounds. Gabriel Sorensen finished with 14 points for the Warriors and Khalyl Simmons added 12 points. South Florida took the lead with 12:25 remaining in the first half and did not relinquish it. The score was 54-26 at halftime, with Stroud racking up 12 points. South Florida extended its lead to 98-43 during the second half, fueled by a 16-2 scoring run. Knox scored a team-high 10 points in the second half as their team closed out the win. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by and data from .

S&P Dow Jones Indices Announces Dow Jones Sustainability Indices 2024 Review ResultsCalifornia to consider requiring mental health warnings on social media sitesTAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Two-time Pro Bowl linebacker Shaquil Barrett is rejoining the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Read this article for free: Already have an account? To continue reading, please subscribe: * TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Two-time Pro Bowl linebacker Shaquil Barrett is rejoining the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Read unlimited articles for free today: Already have an account? TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Two-time Pro Bowl linebacker Shaquil Barrett is rejoining the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs signed the two-time Super Bowl champion on Saturday, while also announcing safety Jordan Whitehead was activated from injured reserve ahead of Sunday’s home game against the Carolina Panthers. Barrett spent five seasons with Tampa Bay from 2019 to 2023. He led the NFL with a franchise-record 19 1-2 sacks in his first year with the Bucs, then helped the team win its second Super Bowl title the following season. In all, Barrett started 70 games with Tampa Bay, amassing 45 sacks, 15 forced fumbles, two fumble recoveries and three interceptions. He was released last winter in a salary cap move, signed a one-year contract with the Miami Dolphins in free agency, then abruptly announced his retirement on social media before the start of training camp in July. Barrett, who also won a Super Bowl during a four-season stint with the Denver Broncos, decided to unretire last month. He signed with the Bucs after clearing waivers earlier in the week. Whitehead has missed the past four games with a pectoral injury. His return comes of the heels of the Bucs placing safety Christian Izien on IR with a pectoral injury. On Saturday, the Bucs also activated rookie wide receiver Kameron Johnson from IR and elevated punter Jack Browning to the active roster from the practice squad. ___ NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl Advertisement

Argentine President Javier Milei insisted from Italy that Thursday's session during which Senator Edgardo Kueider was expelled from the Upper House after being arrested in Paraguay with US$ 200,000 of undeclared cash was not valid because it was chaired by Vice President Victoria Villarruel, who, at that time, was in charge of the Executive. Other analysts shared that view. In addition, a complaint was filed against Villarruel for breach of duty, it was also reported in Buenos Aires on Friday. It was established that the Vice President, who according to the Constitution, presides over the Senate and replaces the President in his absence, was aware of Milei's trip and could have not discharged any Legislative duties at that time. “If she presides over a Congress session, she is working in the Legislative Branch but at the same time she is President, albeit interim, of the Nation so she would be holding two offices, and that violates the division of powers,” Milei explained in a radio interview with a Buenos Aires broadcaster. The President also admitted there should be no problem holding a new session because, given the overwhelming majority favoring Kueider's dismissal, the outcome would not change. Congressman Damián Arabia of former President Mauricio Macri's Propuesta Republicana (PRO) went even further and claimed that Villarruel could have incurred in “usurpation of office.” An X account (“Milei Emperador”) believed by local media to belong to Presidential Advisor Santiago Caputo mentioned that Villarruel committed a “gross breach of his duties.” This new conflict once again rekindled . Villarruel's secretary Guadalupe Jones was reported to have received a document from Casa Rosada announcing Milei's departure on Thursday at around noon, so it is argued that she should have not been at the Senate. Jones received the message at 8:37 am Tuesday and replied “ok” twice. However, there was no formal ceremony transferring the presidential functions to Villarruel. “Until they do not transfer power to me, I am vice president,” she wrote on X. Former Senate Provisional President Eduardo Menem explained that any legislator, including Kueider himself, could request the nullity of the session. “It was irregular and can be challenged,” he said. However, Menem also stressed that the decision to expel Kueider, approved by a broad majority that included votes from Kirchnerism, PRO, UCR, and LLA, “must be respected.” The seasoned lawyer Menem, a brother of former President Carlos Menem and the father of current Lower House Speaker Martín Menem, also recalled that in 1996 then-Senator Eduardo Angeloz was suspended but reinstated after being acquitted. Hence the importance of respecting the Judiciary's times, Menem also noted. Meanwhile, Macri claimed that the measure against Kueider was an “outrage to the Republic”, in which the institutional processes were skipped, so that “the wild beasts would calm down.” Kueider's legal team insisted that the Senate should have been chaired by its Provisional President, Senator Bartolomé Abdala of Milei's La Libertad Avanza (LLA). They also pointed out that Kueider was deprived of his right to defend himself before the Constitutional Affairs Committee, which he ironically chaired. Also Friday, Kueider's solicitors filed an injunction citing “irregularities” in their client's dismissal. Kueider is under house arrest in Asunción and Paraguayan prosecutors estimate that the procedure against him could last up to six months. According to some Buenos Aires political analysts, the current scenario is similar to the one in the early 2000s. Fernando de la Rúa had defeated Eduardo Duhalde in the elections the year before and became President on Dec. 10, 1999. But his running mate Carlos Chacho Álvarez resigned the Vice Presidency on Oct. 6, 2000, amid the “Banelco” scandal involving the alleged bribery of several lawmakers to pass some labor reforms. Argentina's crisis deepened and with no fixed successor De la Rúa was forced to resign. By 2002, Duhalde -who became a Senator in 2001- was appointed President by the Legislative Assembly to fill the vacancy. In other words, as Argentines struggle to make ends meet under Milei's remorseless economic reforms, there is no social unrest because it would at most lead to Villarruel's promotion. Without a Vice President, the opposition would be inclined to stir the masses and favor Milei's impeachment. According to some political analysts in Buenos Aires, the current scenario is similar to that of the early 2000s. Fernando de la Rúa had defeated Eduardo Duhalde in the previous year's elections and became president on Dec. 10 1999. But his running mate, Carlos Chacho Álvarez, resigned as vice-president on Oct. 6, 2000, amid the “Banelco” scandal, in which several lawmakers were allegedly bribed to pass some labor reforms. Argentina's crisis deepened and, with no successor in place, De la Rúa was forced to resign. In 2002, Duhalde - who had been a senator since 2001 - was appointed president by the Legislative Assembly to fill the vacancy. In other words, as Argentines struggle to make ends meet under Milei's ruthless economic reforms, there is no social unrest because at most it would lead to Villarruel's promotion. Without a Vice President, the opposition would be inclined to stir up the masses and promote Milei's impeachment. It is suspected that the money that Kueider could not explain to the Paraguayan authorities comes from “compensations” from the libertarian government for approving the so-called Bases Law. Former President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner said it bluntly. (See also: and )

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Accelerating climate action through AI2025 will be the year of "Mocha Mousse" and "mocha moments," and Peet's Coffee is celebrating the color with free mochas on New Year's Day. "You deserve a sweet treat!" Peet's said in a post on Instagram . "Ring in 2025 with a FREE small Caffe Mocha on 1/1/25 from 12pm – close when you mention 'Mocha Mousse' at checkout at participating Peet’s retail coffeebar locations ." As noted in caption, free mochas will be available at Peet's retail coffeebar locations starting 12 p.m. local time on Jan. 1, 2025 with the code "Mocha Mousse." The offer is limited to one beverage per customer and is valid which stock lasts. It cannot be redeemed or used online or for in-app purchases. Peet’s locations within airports, supermarkets, etc. are excluded from the offer, the company said. Peet's says the deal is being offered to "celebrate mocha lovers everywhere." Holiday deals: Shop this season’s top products and sales curated by our editors. What is Mocha Mousse? Last week, the Pantone Color Institute announced " Mocha Mousse " as the shade for 2025. PANTONE 17-1230 (Mocha Mousse's government name), is a serene, lightly pigmented color. It's "a mellow brown infused with a sensorial and comforting warmth," Pantone Color Institute vice president Laurie Pressman previously told USA TODAY . Pressman explained the color is meant to engage multiple senses and was inspired in part by "little treat culture" − a growing trend in which people punctuate their day with small pleasures like a store-bought coffee. Saman Shafiq is a trending news reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at sshafiq@gannett.com and follow her on X and Instagram @saman_shafiq7.

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