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A look inside the daily routine of first lady Melania Trump, who eats 7 pieces of fruit a day, is a 'full-time mom', and is finally stepping into the spotlight as first lady

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While her husband has sought out a very public life, first lady Melania Trump has chosen to remain fairly private.

She spends a lot of her time caring for their 12-year-old son Barron, calling herself a "full-time mom." Since moving to the White House last June, Trump has also taken on the many duties required of first ladies, from decorating the residence to planning official events.

Deviating from her usual schedule this week, the first lady had surgery at Walter Reed Hospital on Monday to treat a benign kidney condition.

Here's what Trump's daily routine at the White House is usually like:

SEE ALSO: Incredible facts about Melania Trump that show she's completely unlike any other first lady

DON'T MISS: Report claims Melania and Trump spend 'little to no time together' as she shoots down rumors that she doesn't actually live in the White House

Trump rises not long after 5:30 a.m., when her husband wakes up. The couple sleeps in separate bedrooms.

Source: The Washington Post



Trump then gets their 12-year-old son, Barron, ready for school, which often entails ensuring he has his homework in his backpack.

Sources: ParentingThe Washington Post



Trump considers raising her son her "first job." Along with getting Barron up and ready for school every day, she has also made his breakfast and lunch.

Source: Parenting



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20 products and apps we swear by to fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and wake up well-rested

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underarmour sleepwearEver since I graduated high school and college, I've been steadily getting more hours of sleep per day, and boy do I appreciate those extra hours. I've realized how important sleep is for everything from skin health and mood to energy and memory retention (turns out all-nighters usually don't help you ace the final), which is why I'm now especially frustrated on those nights when I can't fall asleep right away and clock in my precious eight hours. 

Your body should be in the optimal state to rest — calm, relaxed, warm (but not too warm), and still — not tossing, turning, and getting yourself worked up. Everyone has their own little tricks to help them achieve this ideal sleeping state, so I consulted the rest of the Insider Picks team to learn about their secrets. 

It's not surprising that many of their essential products are the ones directly related to sleeping: pillow, comforters, and mattress toppers, for example. Auxiliary products and apps also help our team out, whether they fill the air with soothing scents and sounds or make your body feel extra comfortable. 

For some of the top products that can help you get the best sleep, check out these in-depth Insider Picks buying guides: 

These are the 20 products and apps the Insider Picks team uses to fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and wake up well-rested. 

A soft, cooling mattress topper

KLOUDES Mattress Topper (Queen), $225, available at Amazon

"Even though I have back pain and logically understand that I should be sleeping on a firm mattress, I live by a mantra of 'the squishier, the better.' My partner finds this mattress topper to be a little too soft for her liking — especially on top of an already pretty plush mattress — but I love it.

Normally I have a hard time falling asleep because it takes me forever to figure out how I want to configure my sheets and blankets to account for our room's ever-changing temperature. But because this topper is made from a cooling foam that helps regulate warmth, I have a much easier time getting comfortable and settling in. It also diffuses some of the body heat we each give off at night so neither of us wake up sweaty anymore."—Sally Kaplan, Insider Picks editor



A convenient pillow spray you can bring anywhere

ThisWorks Deep Pillow Spray, 75ml, $29, available at Amazon

"I’ve lent this spray out to friends, roommates, and family to help them sleep, and I’ve always had trouble getting it back from them. The power blend of lavender, vetivert and chamomile is unbelievably soothing, and it helps set up a sleep routine for me that signifies to my body it’s time to relax." —Mara Leighton, Insider Picks reporter



A travel pillow so you can finally fall asleep on your flight

Trtl Pillow, $29.99, available at Amazon

"At first glance, the Trtl pillow looks nothing like a pillow. It seems more like a scarf or blanket, and in some ways, that’s actually what it is. A soft, lightweight fleece wrap hides and cushions a plastic neck support on one side, which rests on either shoulder or your chest to keep your head in a comfortable position.

The neck support consists of a few stiff ribs on one end of the scarf. To use the Trtl, simply place the ribs in the position you find most comfortable, then wrap the scarf around your neck. Velcro on the other end of the ribs holds the wrap in place while you doze off. The ribs have a little bit of flexibility to eliminate any pressure points or discomfort."David Slotnick, Insider Picks senior reporter



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The 7 men we know are on a 'cleared list' who can call Trump at the White House directly

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When certain people call the White House, they get put straight through to President Donald Trump.

This list of "cleared callers" includes Trump's kids, but also billionaire businessmen he's counted as his friends for years.

Here are the names we know can bypass the White House switchboard to go directly to the president, according to New York Magazine:

SEE ALSO: Trump reportedly talks to Sean Hannity most nights before bed

DON'T MISS: 10 celebrities, CEOs, and conservative provocateurs we know have been dinner guests at Trump's White House

The president's eldest son, Donald Trump Jr.

Trump Jr., 40, assumed leadership of the Trump Organization along with his brother Eric after the 2016 election and has no formal role in the White House.

During the campaign, Trump Jr. met with a Russian lawyer at Trump Tower— a meeting that the Senate Intelligence Committee and the special counsel Robert Mueller are investigating as part of their probes into Kremlin meddling in the election.

As a staunch and loyal advocate for his father, Trump Jr. also frequently stirs up controversy and offense on social media.



The president's son, Eric Trump

Eric, 34, was active in the Trump 2016 campaign and has since remained a top executive at the Trump Organization with his brother.

Trump campaign associate Brad Parscale called Eric a "joint deputy campaign manager" along with his brother-in-law Jared Kushner, whose approvals were required for every decision before the 2016 election.

He, too, is a loyal advocate for his father, occasionally appearing on news programs and also defending him on social media.



Private-equity billionaire Stephen Schwarzman

The Blackstone Group CEO, who counts Mitt Romney and other billionaires as his friends, came under fire for advising the Trump administration after the white supremacist rally in Charlottesville, Virginia in August.

Schwarzman recruited CEOs to join Trump's business advisory council shortly after he took office and chaired the group. Nearly the entire group resigned following the Charlottesville backlash.

Trump disbanded the council, but Schwarzman still informally advises him.



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We shopped at Barnes & Noble and saw a key shortcoming that's hurting the chain in its battle against Amazon (AMZN)

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  • Barnes & Noble is struggling to compete with Amazon.
  • Barnes & Noble stores have become places where customers read, hang out, and have a cup of coffee rather than just shop.
  • Revenue from the Nook e-reader, which Barnes & Noble released to compete with Amazon's Kindle, has reportedly dropped 85% since 2012. 
  • We visited a Barnes & Noble and saw why the chain is struggling. 

Barnes & Noble is struggling to keep up with Amazon

The bookstore giant, which has more than 630 locations in the United States, is losing steam in its competition with Amazon. And, some analysts say, its failure to adapt to changing shopping habits could be to blame. 

"People may drop in for a browse but they won't make a dedicated trip to a bookstore," GlobalDataRetail analyst Neil Saunders told The Guardian. "They don't have the need and they don't have the time. The way people shop changed, and that's been detrimental for Barnes & Noble."

Barnes & Noble has tried to combat people's shifting attitudes towards shopping by creating a great in-store experience, but in doing so, they seem to have become more like libraries than bookstores. People come to browse books, study, have a cup of coffee, and meet up with their friends — not necessarily to buy books.

In the past five years, Barnes & Noble has lost more than $1 billion in value. It cut 1,800 full-time jobs earlier this year.  

The Nook, the e-reader Barnes & Noble launched to compete with the Kindle, hasn't helped the situation.The New York Times reported that revenue from sales of Nook devices has dropped a whopping 85% since 2012. When we visited a Barnes & Noble store in New York City, the section of the store dedicated to the Nook was completely empty of customers. 

"That was a massive distraction for Barnes & Noble that should now be abandoned," Saunders said to The Guardian.

Keep scrolling to see why the chain is struggling:  

SEE ALSO: We compared Amazon and Walmart-owned Jet.com to see which site was easier to shop — and the winner was clear for a key reason

I visited the four-floor Barnes & Noble store in Manhattan's Union Square in the middle of a weekday.



To the right of the entrance were displays of new releases ...



... and to the left was a collection of New York-themed books.



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Scientists spent three weeks exploring the Gulf of Mexico's uncharted ocean habitats — and the images they captured are fascinating

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Scientists from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration conducted an expedition to explore uncharted waters in the deepest parts of the Gulf of Mexico — and the images they're bringing back are astonishing.

During the mission, scientists spent three weeks aboard NOAA's Okeanos Explorer exploring and documenting some of the little-understood species who call the seafloor home. 

Using a mix of remote-operated submersibles (ROVs), and shore-based instruments, the team brought back stunning images of these previously unexplored areas.  

Check out what they brought back from the inky depths below: 

SEE ALSO: Submarine drones are exploring shipwrecks thousands of feet below the Gulf of Mexico — and what they've found is astonishing

SEE ALSO: Scientists spent a month exploring the Gulf of Mexico's deep sea habitats — and the images they brought back are astonishing

Here's the Okeanos Explorer in port. On this expedition, the scientists spent three weeks exploring the Gulf of Mexico, trying to understand the rarely visited depths.



This trip follows an expedition NOAA conducted last year to explore the Gulf of Mexico. On this most recent trip, the scientists sought to explore deep coral and sponge communities, bottom fish habitats, undersea canyons, shipwrecks, and a rich variety of ecosystems on the seafloor.

See images from the previous expedition in December 2017. 



The scientists used remotely -operated submersibles, like the Deep Discoverer pictured here, to access the deepest parts of the Gulf and to film and photograph rarely seen species.



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Here's what the cast of 'Deadpool 2' looks like in real life

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Following the success of "Deadpool" in 2016, the anti-hero is back for a sequel. Ryan Reynolds, Morena Baccarin, and a few others reprise their roles — but there are plenty of new additions this time around.

"Deadpool 2" features a star-studded cast that includes "Avengers: Infinity War" star Josh Brolin, "It" star Bill Skarsgård, and Terry Crews.

In real life, some cast members look quite similar to their characters. Others couldn't be more different, and require a double take. 

Keep reading to see what the stars of "Deadpool 2" look like in real life, compared to their characters.

Ryan Reynolds once again wears his red and black costume to play Wade Wilson/Deadpool.

Aside from starring in the movie, Reynolds also produced and co-wrote "Deadpool 2."



Ryan Reynolds' face is far from disfigured in real life.

He's married to Blake Lively and they have two children, daughters James and Ines. 



Josh Brolin stars as Nathan Summers/Cable, who poses a big threat to Deadpool.

In interviews, Brolin has been outspoken about his love for co-star Reynolds and his rom-com "The Proposal."



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9 details you might have missed on the latest episode of 'Westworld'

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Warning: Spoilers ahead for HBO's "Westworld" season two, episode five, "Akane No Mai."

"Westworld" charged into its second season's halfway point with the thrilling introduction of Shogun World. As Maeve gained new powers and Dolores made a drastic decision in her relationship with Teddy, more mysteries were uncovered. 

Keep reading to see nine important details you might have overlooked in Sunday's episode of "Westworld."

Strand and Costa's conversation about Bernard gave more weight to a popular theory about what's happening in the future time frame.

When speaking at the Mesa during the episode's opening scene, Strand told Costa something important about Bernard.

"That's quite a story you gave him. And one hell of an ending," Strand said. "How did all these disparate threads come together to create this nightmare? If we figure that out, we'll know how the story turns."



This likely means that Bernard waking up on the beach two weeks after Ford's death was a set up. The Delos team know he's a host, and they gave him coded "story."

Ever since the first episode of this season established at least two time frames — immediately after Ford's death and then two weeks later — people have picked up on inconsistencies with Bernard. 

As many on the "Westworld" subreddit have pointed out, Bernard doesn't always have a scar on his temple in the "two weeks later" scenes. He also appeared to see multiple sets of hosts getting executed, leading some to think that Bernard was on a loop of sorts. 

Now with Strand saying that Costa gave Bernard a "story," it would make sense that the Delos group has somehow found out the truth about Bernard being a host. And now they're using that to try and make him reveal what happened in the park during the two weeks Delos wasn't there.



This also brings the whole "sea of dead hosts" scene into question.

At the end of the first episode this season, Bernard and the Delos team arrived at a mysterious body of water where a bunch of dead hosts — including Teddy — were floating. Bernard said he "killed them all," but now it seems as if that might be a false memory Costa planted.

"That's quite a story you gave him," Strand said on Sunday's episode. "And one hell of an ending."

Strand said "ending" as the camera panned over Teddy's body. So we might be back to square one with understanding how those hosts came to be in the water, since now it seems as if Strand and Costa staged it for Bernard.

(By the way, if you're having trouble tracking both the new characters and the timeline, read INSIDER's character guide here and see our master timeline of events here.)



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The best strollers you can buy

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The Insider Pick:

  • With the right stroller, you and your young one are ready for anything, from a quick trip to the stores to a week-long overseas vacation. The Bugaboo Cameleon Stroller is our top choice because of its versatile configuration, its ease of steering, and its many handy accessories and enhancements that let you customize it for your family.

Our son recently had his four and a half year "birthday," and in those 4.5 years, he has used four different strollers. Two of them now rest in the garage, relics of those bygone infant and toddler years, one has been rolled along on its way, and one still gets frequent use. We didn't stop using any of our strollers because we wanted some fancy new one or because any of them couldn't accommodate the weight of a growing child or anything like that, we stopped using each of the other strollers because they broke. But why do we have that fifth stroller? Because now we have a newborn, too, and our newest stroller works with her car seat. Yeah, kids get pricey.

While expecting our first child, my wife and I did exhaustive stroller research online, in catalogs, and through talking to parents with young kids. We also tested out multiple strollers before selecting one. Or, to be accurate, two. You will quickly find that having two strollers for one child is neither luxury nor necessity but is certainly a convenience.  

I recommend getting one larger, rugged stroller used for the daily walks or for larger excursions (Disneyland, for example), and one smaller, compact stroller used when you need to travel light (flying to Europe or taking the train to New York City) or for use on quick shopping trips when you need the stroller to fit into the trunk beside the groceries.

But even with two strollers, and even if you use them strategically, you'll be lucky if even one is still in perfect operating condition after the half-decade or so in which a child will use it. And if you have two or more kids, forget about it: You're going through at least two strollers. Or three or four. That's why we've put together this guide to help parents find the right stroller(s) for their needs.

Here are our top picks for the best stroller you can buy:

Updated on 05/21/2018 by Steven John: Added the Nuna DEMI Grow and Stokke Xplory strollers based on personal testing, removed out of stock items, and updated prices.

Read on in the slides below to check out our top picks and for more advice on what to buy for your baby.

The best stroller overall

Why you'll love it: The Bugaboo Cameleon Stroller is a transformer that converts from a bassinet to a three position, dual-direction seat that can carry kids from birth to age three.

Yes, the Bugaboo Cameleon Stroller is very expensive. (And yes, by the way, that's the right spelling, not "chameleon" like, y'know, the chameleon.) But when our Bugaboo Cameleon finally broke after almost exactly four years of almost daily use, guess what stroller we bought to replace it? Another Bugaboo.

By my rough estimation, our Cameleon probably logged more than 2,000 miles during its lifespan. That factors in an almost daily walk that was more than two miles long plus thousands of errands, museum and zoo visits, all-day excursions during vacations, and so forth. We used our Cameleon five or six days a week from the first days when our son was born through the day its central locking mechanism snapped, rendering the chassis a fancy paperweight. All those years and the many miles help make the $1,200 price tag much easier to stomach.

The Bugaboo Cameleon Stroller is a great choice for two primary reasons: ease of use, and child comfort. When I say ease of use, I mean two things. First, it's very easy to steer, responding deftly even as you navigate tight turns, trundle up or downhill, or push the stroller's foam-filled tires over rough terrain. Second, the versatile, modular stroller is easy to configure in various ways. The frame converts from a newborn's bassinet to an infant's seat to a toddler-sized setup in just a few minutes.

Every piece of the stroller that can be removed for storage or during a reconfiguration is controlled via clear white buttons, clasps, or locks that are readily identified and easy to operate.

As for child comfort, this stroller is hard to beat. The bassinet is deep, softly padded, and can keep a baby warm and shielded from the sun. As a seat for toddlers, it can be outfitted with a snack tray and cup holder. The seat tilts to varying positions to allow a youngster to recline for a nap or sit up when they want to see everything around them. And the large, shock-absorbing wheels keep the ride comfortable even over bumpy ground.

We have also always loved the large storage bag that slings under the stroller and the adult's cup holder that clips onto the handle. And with practice, I learned to get the stroller disassembled and into its travel bag in about three minutes, a great source of dad pride. (Dads know what I'm talking about. Moms, too.)

Now to be fair, even when packed down, this stroller is still pretty bulky. Again, yes, it's very expensive. But I'll bet you too would consider buying another after years spent with your first.

An article from Mom's Stroller Reviews says the Cameleon's "maneuverability is absolutely great" and appreciates that "the all-terrain wheels are foam filled." And a survey of ratings left on the respected site Consumer Affairs found that the stroller has an average 4.5-star rating among its many satisfied owners.

Pros: Great maneuverability, easy to adapt to varied configurations, smooth and responsive steering

Cons: Very expensive, rather bulky

Buy the Bugaboo Cameleon from Nordstrom for $1,099



The best stroller for multi-kid families

Why you'll love it: The Nuna DEMI Grow Stroller is lightweight yet sturdy, it folds down with ease, and can accommodate two kids at once.

When we had our first kid, we bought one of the safest car seats we could find and we bought one of the best strollers we could find. And both were great, more or less. The car seat was soft and supportive for our son, and it gave us peace of mind. But it was savagely heavy. And the stroller was responsive and rugged and had great storage space underneath, but it was big and bulky even when collapsed. Worst of all? The car seat and stroller weren't compatible, so every time we needed to transition our baby from car to stroller or vice-versa, we had to unbuckle him, scoop him up, and strap him back in, which basically guaranteed hysterical crying.

That's why my wife and I have been thrilled with the Nuna DEMI Grow Stroller we're currently using with our newborn daughter. The stroller is agile and light, turning on a dime even with one hand on the handlebar, yet it rolls over bumps and rough road easily, absorbing much of the shaking. The storage basket below is ample enough for a moderate grocery shopping and the hood provides plenty of sun coverage for our baby girl.

But there are two reasons above all that the DEMI Grow was a game changer. First, it works with our Nuna PIPA Lite car seat, so we never have to rouse a sleeping baby to switch from car to stroller. Second, the DEMI Grow is so lightweight that my wife can easily lift it into the trunk of an SUV, and it folds down small enough to fit in a slender coat closet at home.

Along with the car seat configuration, the DEMI Grow can also accommodate an infant seat, a toddler seat, and it can even be used with two children at the same time in an over/under configuration. Full disclosure, we've never tried that arrangement, because we have a couple of other strollers for our older kid.

A customer review left on Nordstrom's website echoes some of my sentiments, saying the DEMI Grow"is made soundly but remains light," adding the good point that it "is made of gorgeous fabrics."

And in a write up from Little Baby Gear, the DEMI Grow was hailed as being "simple and functional," easy to fold up or deploy, and with a dozen "seating configuration options."

Pros: Lightweight and nimble, multiple configuration options, quick and easy compact folding

Cons: Pricey option, especially with added options

Buy the Nuna DEMI Grow Stroller from Nordstrom for $800



The best low-cost stroller

Why you'll love it: The Summer Infant 3Dlite Convenience Stroller is lightweight, easy to steer, and keeps kids secure with a five-point safety harness for less than $100.

You could be forgiven for finding the sub-$100 price tag of the Summer Infant 3Dlite Convenience Stroller a bit unnerving. Could something that inexpensive actually be safe enough to transport your priceless child? Well, if you believe a couple thousand glowing reviews posted online by other parents, the answer is yes. Also, there are legally mandated safety standards, of course.

This stroller manages to be very low priced but reasonably well-made, and quite comfortable for younger children thanks to its reclining seat, padding, and sun shade. It also manages to fold down nearly flat and to weigh in at around 13 pounds, making the stroller compact and light enough for any able-bodied adult to lift with ease.

If you need to carry your stroller onto the subway or tuck it into the trunk of a car regularly, then this small, light stroller is a great choice. If you need a stroller that can handle rougher terrain, like grass, dirt, gravel, and so forth, then this one is the absolute wrong choice, though. Its wheels are small and the tires are narrow, easily bogging down on uneven ground. That said, this is a city stroller first and foremost, and thanks not only to its minute weight and folded size, but also thanks to its large storage basket.

Even after more than 2,100 reviews, the Summer Infant 3Dlite Convenience Stroller has a 4.4-star rating on Amazon. One owner who reports having been through seven strollers with her three kids (see, it's not just me!) speaks for many when she calls this one "awesome" and says she "can't recommend it enough" thanks to how easily it folds, its light weight, and its maneuverability.

The experts also love this one, by in large. A writer with The Bump called it "super light and easy to fold" but did note that it can tip if you hang a heavy bag on the handles. In a write-up on FirstTimeParentGuide.com, a reviewer noted the "decent storage underneath" and the "durable aluminum frame."

Pros: Great low price point, lightweight and compact, good storage underneath

Cons: Wheels too small for rough terrain, kids outgrow it quickly

Buy the Summer Infant 3Dlite Convenience Stroller on Amazon for $79.99 to $99.99



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A major new 'core' Pokemon game is being made for Nintendo Switch — here's everything we know so far

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Pokémon is coming to the Nintendo Switch — prepare yourself!

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Indeed, Nintendo says a "core RPG Pokémon title" is coming to the Nintendo Switch — not a spin-off, like "Pokémon Stadium" and "Pokémon Snap" way back on the Nintendo 64, but a full-on main series entry.

The beloved Pokémon series of games has always been a portable affair. With few exceptions, the only way to engage with the long-running series was on Nintendo's handheld consoles. But with this new entry, that's about to change.

Here's what we know so far:

SEE ALSO: A real Pokémon game is coming to the Nintendo Switch and it's time to get hyped

Nintendo announced the new Pokémon game in a brief statement from Tsunekazu Ishihara, the president of The Pokémon Company.

Without giving the game a name, or a release date, or even a look at the logo, Nintendo officially announced a new Pokémon game in June 2017.

"Game Freak has begun developing a core RPG Pokémon title on Nintendo Switch," Tsunekazu Ishihara, president of The Pokémon Company, said in the video. "It may not release for more than a year, but we hope you'll look forward to it all the same."

As far as "official" statements go on the game, that's pretty much all there is.

Of note: Ishihara specifically calls the game a "core RPG Pokémon title." That seems to indicate it's the next main entry in the long-running Pokémon game franchise — the successor to "Pokémon Ultra Sun" and "Pokémon Ultra Moon."



The game shows up in Nintendo's financials with a placeholder name and a vague release window.

I pulled the image above from Nintendo's most recent financial report, issued in April. 

It classifies the new "Pokémon" game with a placeholder name: "Pokémon RPG for Nintendo Switch." And the release window it gives is extremely vague: "2018 or later."

You may have noticed that "2018 or later" means, "Literally all times." Indeed.

Ishihara said in June 2017 that the game may not launch "for more than a year," and we're coming up on that first year pretty quickly. It wouldn't be a huge surprise if this new Pokémon game were ready for holiday 2018, but it also wouldn't be a huge surprise if it didn't come out for another year or more.

Big, main entries in the Pokémon game series tend to launch every two to three years, but this one is an unknown given that it's on an entirely new console: Nintendo's Switch.



It may have some tie-in with the outrageously popular mobile Pokémon game, "Pokémon Go."

The "Pokémon" games were already enormously popular — then "Pokémon Go" launched on iPhone and Android, and became the most popular "Pokémon" game by miles. 

Nintendo's clearly aware of the importance of "Pokémon Go" to the overall fan base, and the studio developing the new "Pokémon" game for Switch is reportedly, "exploring ways to connect the main games to Pokemon Go." Kotaku deputy editor Patricia Hernandez confirmed as much back in October 2016.

Crucially, "Pokémon Go" is not the creation of Game Freak, the Japanese studio that makes major "Pokémon" games. It was made by Niantic Labs, a California game studio that was spun off from Google. The company's first investors were a curious trio: Google, Nintendo, and The Pokémon Company.

The new "Pokémon" game for Switch is being developed by Game Freak.



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9 facial traits that make someone more attractive, according to science

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It's sometimes hard to pinpoint exactly what it is that attracts us to someone. It might be their confidence, or their sense of humour, or you might just like the way they look.

A lot of research over the years has gone into trying to work out what it is that makes us fancy each other. Results have varied, showing women may like the smell of men who have a particular kind of diet, and men may find women in groups more attractive.

Some research has suggested we often go for people who share some of the same characteristics we do.

We've looked at a number of a studies to try and get to the bottom of what makes us like the look of one person over another.

Here are 9 face traits that can make someone more attractive to us, according to science.

SEE ALSO: Love and obsession are two different things — here's how to tell them apart

1. Symmetry

Studies such as this one published in the Journal of Comparative Psychology, and this one published in the Journal of Evolution & Human Behaviour, have shown that in experimental conditions, men and women both prefer faces that are more symmetrical.

A study on identical twins found that the twin with a more symmetrical face was considered more attractive. Even macaque monkeys have been observed gazing longer at symmetrical faces than asymmetrical ones.

One conclusion scientists have reached to explain this is that in evolutionary terms, we may consider a symmetrical face a result of good health. Having a face that developed in a symmetrical way could show you have "good genes," because you developed more successfully in the face of environmental pressures when you were in the womb.

However, in 2014, research from Brunel University in London compared facial symmetry of about 5,000 teenagers, and found there was no correlation between symmetry and overall health.



2. Asymmetry

It's not an absolute rule, though. In fact, you can probably think of many celebrities you fancy who don't have symmetrical faces at all. Sometimes, like in the case of Milo Ventimiglia, a crooked smile is what adds to someone's charm.

In fact, absolute symmetry can make people look pretty weird. When attractive celebrities' faces are made to look symmetrical, they don't look quite right.



3. Averageness

People tend to like faces that are distinctly average, or those that resemble others in the general population.

In 1878, a paper in Nature first noted that a bunch of faces blended together was considered more attractive than those on their own.

One study, published in the journal Human Nature, argued it could be because average faces represent a more diverse set of genes, which is often a genetic advantage in fighting off illnesses and parasites.



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My mom wrote me over 100 'lunchbox letters' when I was a kid — and 15 years later, I've realized her advice still works

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One day in 2003, when I was in 6th grade, my mom put a letter in my lunchbox with some advice on it. "Don't be quick to judge the girls at school — it's up to you to look for something good in each one." 

My mom, Stephanie Skylar, was the Executive VP and Director of Marketing for Chief Super Market Inc., a local grocery chain in Lima, Ohio. She worked long and difficult hours and was looking for a way to stay connected to me. As an 11-year-old learning how to navigate the scary waters of female friendships, this written encouragement instantly helped give me confidence. 

After that first letter, we agreed upon the rules of our project. My mom would write a letter each night (sometimes pre-writing a few if she was going to be out-of-town) and I would keep the notes safely inside a Skechers' shoebox. Throughout the year, I collected over 100 'lunchbox letters,' filled with my mom's wisdom that would guide me through my adolescence and into my adulthood.

More than a decade later, when I was completing my masters project at Ohio University, I created a website showcasing all of the letters in chronological order and paired it with my commentary. These are some of my favorites: 

SEE ALSO: A piece of advice from her father helped the CEO of Vimeo land the job at 34

Here's a picture of my mom and me in 2003 on the left, and again in 2016 on the right.



This is the shoebox I kept the letters in. We decorated it with a "seal of approval" and our signatures, proving our dedication to the project.



"Don't be quick to judge the girls at school — it's up to you to look for something good in each one."



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A little-known feature in Google Maps lets you explore our local solar system — here's how to visit Mercury, Venus, and other planets and moons in Google Maps

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Most people just use Google Maps to get directions from A to B, but it's also an incredible educational tool in its own right.

Using Google Maps is a great way to learn more about the various cities and countries around the world. But many people might not know that Google Maps can also be used to explore other worlds besides Earth.

That's right: If you visit Google Maps and zoom out far enough, you'll have the option to explore several planets and moons in our own solar system.

Take a look:

SEE ALSO: Planets and moons are now part of Google Maps — here are 6 incredible worlds you must explore

First, start anywhere in Google Maps, but make sure you're looking at satellite footage (click on the lower left box to switch). I started in New York City.



Now zoom out, and keep zooming out until you can't anymore.



There! You'll know you did it right if you can't zoom out any further, and if a sidebar pops up that lists the various planets and moons. This is your chance to explore!



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Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's first dance song is the top pick at weddings in Massachusetts and New York — here's the most popular wedding song in every state

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  • Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the newly named Duke and Duchess of Sussex, chose Whitney Houston's "I Wanna Dance With Somebody" for their first dance wedding song.
  • Spotify put together a list of the most popular wedding songs by state, and "I Wanna Dance With Somebody" made the list more than once.
  • Ed Sheeran also dominated, making the list 24 times. 

If you think Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's royal wedding ceremony was magical, the reception sounds like it took the magic to a whole new level.

The newlyweds reportedly chose Whitney Houston's classic song, "I Wanna Dance With Somebody," for their first dance — proof that royals may be more relatable than we thought.

While choosing a first dance song for your wedding can be challenging thanks to the endless playlists, many songs end up being more popular than others — including the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's first dance song.

With the help of Spotify, we've put together a list of the most popular wedding song in every state, and "I Wanna Dance With Somebody" made the list more than once.

Spotify looked at all-time wedding playlists — like those titled with the word "wedding" and the label "first dance"— to see which songs and artists were included the most. From there, they looked at each state's top 500 wedding songs on the "wedding" playlists and ranked them in order of most-played wedding songs based on listening in May so far.

spotify most popular wedding song every state

In addition to Houston's famous vocals, couples apparently love dancing to the sound of Ed Sheeran, whose songs are the most popular first dance songs in almost half of the US. A few other artists are popular in multiple states; there are a total of 21 different songs on the list.

Below, see the most popular wedding song in every state, plus Washington, DC.

SEE ALSO: Meghan Markle's wedding dress could cost more than $135,000 — and she'll probably be the one paying for it

DON'T MISS: What Americans spend on an engagement ring in each state, ranked from lowest to highest

Alabama — "Marry Me"

Artist: Train

Lyrics:

"Marry me
Today and every day
Marry me
If I ever get the nerve to say
Hello in this cafe"

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Alaska — "Marry Me"

Artist: Train

Lyrics:

"Marry me
Today and every day
Marry me
If I ever get the nerve to say
Hello in this cafe"

Listen here »



Arizona — "Thinking Out Loud"

Artist: Ed Sheeran

Lyrics:

"Take me into your loving arms
Kiss me under the light of a thousand stars
Oh darling, place your head on my beating heart
I'm thinking out loud
That maybe we found love right where we are"

Listen here »



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9 drugstore cleansers that celebrities swear by

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Let's be honest, celebrities have some of the best skin in the world, but the cost of the constantly flawless skin can be astronomical. But, some celebs aren't immune from falling in love with drugstore beauty products and, thankfully, most of them are pretty open to sharing their favorite products with us plebeians. Below, 13 celebrities reveal their favorite drugstore cleansers for smooth, healthy-looking skin.

Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser

Everyone's favorite "Jane the Virgin" star Gina Rodriguez washes her face with Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser, according to Allure. And, what a coincidence, Olivia Wilde also uses the $10 Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser.



St. Ives Blemish Control Apricot Scrub

According to Allure, "Empire" superstar Serayah uses St. Ives Blemish Control Apricot Scrub to keep her skin looking smooth and healthy. And she's not the only one. Supermodel Gigi Hadid told Into the Gloss that she also uses St. Ives Blemish Control Apricot Scrub, as does Oscar winner Jennifer Lawrence. Priced under $8 in most drugstores, it's no surprise celebs swear by this stuff.



Avène facial cleanser

"Mad Men" actress January Jones told InStyle that she has been using anAvènefacial cleanser “for years.” Perhaps it's this $20 soapless cleanser you can find at Walgreens?



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WHERE ARE THEY NOW? LeBron James' teammates from his first stint with the Cavaliers

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LeBron James was not surrounded by All-Stars during his first tenure in Cleveland.

Until he got to Miami, the best players he ever played with were Larry Hughes, Mo Williams, and Carlos Boozer (for one year).

15 years into his historic career, James has quite a different supporting cast surrounding his attempt at an eighth straight appearance in the NBA Finals, while his teammates from his first stint in Cleveland have gone on the next chapters of their lives.

Take a look at what LeBron's earliest teammates are up to today.

Delonte West played with LeBron from 2007 to 2010.



West bounced around the NBA until 2012, then went to China to play alongside Michael Beasley for the Shanghai Sharks, a team owned by Yao Ming. He returned to the D-League in 2015 with the Texas Legends, but never made it back to the NBA.

Source: CBS



Kevin Ollie played with LeBron in his rookie year in 2003.



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The best workwear brands for men's clothing

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The Insider Pick:

  • Although most offices don't require a three-piece suit anymore, you still need to look sharp at work. Whether your office dress code is business casual or much more formal, we have a workwear brand to recommend to you.

  • While Bonobos is our favorite place to shop for men’s workwear, you should also check out Indochino for customized suits, Mizzen+Main for comfortable clothing, Untuckit for stylish and casual shirts, and Frank And Oak for clothing delivered in a box.

Men, if you’re looking to separate yourselves from the boys, you may want to take a closer look at your wardrobe. Now that you’ve graduated into the working world, you owe it to yourself to not only play the part of the responsible adult, but look the part, too. And what better way to step into that role than by stepping into a sharp outfit?

While today’s offices are perhaps more lax in dress code than they were in decades past, even in the most casual of environments, you’ll still want to make an impression in something other than your sleeping sweats. And besides, how effective can you really be in your workplace if you’re wearing clothes that belong in bed? To that end, you’ll want to keep a few things in mind when sprucing up your closet for the professional world.

First off, consider just how formal your office normally is. Chances are, the dress code for a tech startup is a bit different from that of a law firm, and of course, you’ll want to dress appropriately. That said, if you’re going to stick out, it should probably be for overdressing and not underdressing, and to that end, it’s always wise to have something in your closet that can up the ante in the case of an important meeting or special event.

You’ll also want to have clothing that allows you to easily transition from the office to your downtime, which means that comfort is absolutely key. Now that most offices don’t require you to spend your entire day in a full suit and tie, there’s no reason that looking presentable should be painful. Luckily, today’s men's wear brands understand this and offer plenty of clothing that looks as good as it feels.

And finally, you’ll want to ensure that your clothing options transition well from the summer to the winter. If the only jacket you have is of the wool variety, your summers will be rather miserable. Your work wardrobe doesn’t have to be extensive by any means, but it should be flexible.

When it comes to dressing the part, we’re confident that our favorite men’s work apparel brands will help you put your best foot forward. Here are our top picks:

Read on in the slides below to check out our favorite men's workwear brands.

SEE ALSO: 10 affordable men's workwear essentials every recent college graduate should have in his closet

The best men’s workwear brand overall

Why you'll love it: Bonobos’ extensive selection of clothes ranges from playful to on-point professional, and it takes all the guesswork out of shopping.

You’ve grown up, and grown into Bonobos. That doesn’t mean you’ve suddenly matured into enjoying the shopping process — Bonobos is here to ensure that selecting clothing is as painless as possible.

The company originated as part of its founders' quest to find (and then create) the perfect pair of pants. Since then, the company has not only achieved that goal with its line of Tech bottoms, but it has also expanded into a wide range of other work and play appropriate clothing. So no matter what your office vibe, Bonobos has clothing options for you.

One of our favorite pieces from the brand is undoubtedly the Unconstructed Italian Wool Blazer. This lightweight blazer has minimal lining, and can easily be dressed up or down thanks to its casual tailored look. And don’t let the wool fool you — This blazer is light enough to be worn in the summer. 

If a blazer isn’t quite the right look for your office, not to worry. Bonobos is particularly adept at bridging the gap between casual and formal. This is particularly the case with the brand’s Tech Button Down Shirts, which are described as “the future of shirting."

When I had my proxy reviewer try on one of these shirts, he found that it helped him stay cool throughout the day. This is likely due to the moisture-wicking and quick-drying qualities of the fabric. And while our tester more often than not dresses in rather wrinkled clothing, the wrinkle-resistant build of the Tech Button Down helped him look presentable even after the shirt had gone through several turns in the wash.

As for the aforementioned Tech Bottoms, the Chinos are particularly versatile and capable of fitting a range of body types well. Especially for guys with more athletic builds, these Tech Chinos stretch well enough to keep everything contained without looking too tight. Again, thanks to the moisture-wicking performance fabric, you can jog to work if you’re running late without working up too much of a sweat.

Perhaps the winningest aspect of Bonobos, however, is its phenomenal customer service. Not only can you get help at any of the brand’s Guideshops (where my boyfriend popped in for approximately 90 seconds to find the right sized blazer), if you find that anything doesn’t fit quite correctly, a customer service representative will assist you nearly instantaneously with your query. And you never even have to meet in person. If that doesn’t qualify as great shopping, I don’t know what does.

Pros: Wide selection of casual to formal dress shirts and pants; lightweight, versatile blazer; stylish yet comfortable cuts; excellent customer service

Cons: Bonobos is on the pricier end of things, but you get what you pay for

Shop the Bonobos collection here



The best workwear brand for customized suits

Why you'll love it: Getting tailored clothing may have once cost an arm and a leg, but Indochino is making custom suits relatively accessible.

You don’t need to visit the tailor to get tailored clothing. You just need to visit the Indochino website. It’s been over a decade since Indochino was founded, and in that time, the company has become one of the largest made-to-measure menswear brands in the industry. And best of all, it’s doing it at a price point that isn’t for the 1 percent.

Indochino prides itself on creating each garment to your unique measurements. After all, in instances that require a suit, you’ll likely want to look your absolute best, and that means you can’t just rely upon a generic one-size-fits-all guide.

When you purchase a suit from Indochino, you’ll be asked to go through a one-time measurement process with a step-by-step video guide that helps you create your unique measurement profile. The whole process is relatively straightforward, and Indochino promises that it’ll take less than 10 minutes. It took us less than 5. You won’t need a tailor — just a measuring tape and possibly the help of a friend.

But it’s not just sizing that you can customize on Indochino. You can also determine exactly what sort of jacket lapels you’d like, whether they’re notch, peak, or slim lapels. Select whether or not you’d like pick stitching, a waist pocket, a pen pocket, or functional sleeve buttonholes or a boutonniere. You can also select your collar felt color and your buttonhole color. While most men may want these to match the suit, you can choose to add a pop of color with some contrasting stitching.

Select the number of jacket vents, buttons, pockets, and even the lining, and also specify whether you want pleats in your pants (Indochino endorses pants without pleats). Once you’ve finished the customization process, Indochino makes your garment to order and delivers the final product within three to four weeks.

If all of this sounds too intimidating to do online, don’t worry — Indochino also has showrooms in major cities like Toronto, Vancouver, New York, San Francisco, Philadelphia, LA, and Boston, where you can see what your suit might look like in the flesh before pulling the trigger. But with customizations like these, it would be difficult to fathom regrets.

Pros: Fantastic customization options; great fit; high-quality materials; great customer service; accessible price point (for a suit)

Cons: Indochino specializes in suits, so if you’re looking for something less formal, you may want to look elsewhere

Shop the Indochino collection starting at $349



The best workwear brand for comfortable clothing

Why you'll love it: You can’t wear your PJs to work, but Mizzen+Main may just be the closest you’ll come with its extremely comfortable line of shirts. 

Being at your desk all day is uncomfortable enough. Your clothes don’t have to be. That, at least, is the mentality adopted by Mizzen+Main, the menswear company that is looking to convince men everywhere that beauty is not pain.

The shirts from Mizzen+Main are made unique not by their fit or their patterns, but rather by their material. Made from a lightweight fabric with some serious quick dry properties, these shirts almost feel like athletic gear, but look like something you’d meet your grandmother (or your CEO) in.

While most shirts are made mostly of cotton, these shirts are constructed with an 85/15 blend of polyester and spandex, which makes them extremely stretchy, breathable, and consequently, comfortable. My father, who lives in Texas, was quick to comment on the wearability of the shirt, which managed to keep him cool even in the brutal heat of a southern summer. And while you would look a little silly wearing a dress shirt to the gym, if you were so inclined to, you certainly could with Mizzen+Main shirts.

There are three main collections: the Leeward, Spinnaker, and Blue Label. The first offers the most traditional look and feel, though the fabric still resembles something that you might expect from a Nike performance shirt. The Spinnaker, on the other hand, is the performance line, constructed with an extremely stretchable fabric with the added benefit of being wrinkle resistant. And finally, the Blue Label Collection is made with the same fabric as the Leeward, but with a placket, longer collar points, sharp buttons, and convertible cuffs — in other words, it's the most professional looking of the bunch.

Caring for Mizzen+Main shirts requires very little care at all. While other shirts will require trips to the dry cleaners or a jaunt on the ironing board, these garments need nothing of the sort. Great for the professional who’s really just becoming a professional.

Pros: Extremely comfortable, breathable material; quick drying; moisture-wicking; requires no special care

Cons: If you don’t like the feel of athletic wear all day, this isn’t the shirt for you

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I'm an NYC local — here are 9 things you should see and skip when you visit

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  • New York City can be overwhelming, and you want to make sure you hit all the right spots on your next visit.
  • After living in New York City for five years, author Adrienne Jordan discovered which places are worth visiting and which you should definitely skip.
  • From active adventures to culinary hotspots, here are nine attractions you must see in New York City.

 

Visiting New York City is always a multi-sensory experience: from the hundreds of skyscrapers, the heady smell of street food, and the multitude of neighborhoods begging to be explored. However, narrowing down the best sights and attractions can be overwhelming.

After living in New York City for five years, I have found that some of the best places I’ve experienced have come from locals and insider recommendations. Here are 12 things I recommend people to do in the city, from visiting historic buildings, active adventures, to culinary hotspots:

SEE ALSO: 11 Hidden attractions in New York City that even locals might not know exist

1. Skip the Statue of Liberty — visit the 9/11 Museum at One World Trade Center instead

The view of the statue is just as spectacular from Battery Park (a 10-minute walk from the museum) as going to Ellis Island, and you have a picturesque skyline as a backdrop.

The museum tells the story of 9/11 through interactive technology, archives, narratives, and a collection of artifacts. 



2. Instead of buying a hot dog or sausage from a Manhattan food truck, try an egg cream

The food trucks are great for quick bites on the go, but you can take your time, sit down, and savor an egg cream at a restaurant.

The quintessential New York City soda fountain drink contains neither eggs nor cream and dates back to the early 1900s. You can find it at many iconic establishments in the city, such as Katz's Deli, Russ & Daughters, and Yonah Schimmel's.



3. Skip jam-packed Times Square, and head to Columbus Circle instead

The crowds in Times Square can be overwhelming at times, but Columbus Circle is not as busy, and is adjacent to Central Park, so you can take a nature-filled walk after shopping around.

At Columbus Circle, you can browse The Shops at Columbus Circle, have lunch at the French restaurant Landmarc, and burn calories with a day pass at Equinox.

If you do decide to head to Times Square, instead of taking a photo with one of the costumed characters, visit Gulliver’s Gate, located in the heart of Times Square: the largest miniature world in the U.S. The permanent exhibition is 50,000 square feet of places around the world in miniature. You'll get a key when you enter which allows you to interact with different parts of the display.



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A seasoned traveler shares 6 things she never does at the airport

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  • The airport can be a challenging, frustrating place, with its confusing signage, lack of quality food options, and long security lines.
  • Being unprepared at the airport can add stress to your pre-boarding experience and even cause you to miss your flight.
  • To avoid feeling anxious or unprepared, there are certain things you should absolutely never do at the airport. Here are six of them.

 

Navigating the airport can be frustrating — with confusing gate locations, lack of quality food choices, long security lines, and expensive baggage fees, it’s not the most fun place to spend an afternoon.

Being unprepared at the airport can add stress to your travel experience and even cause you to miss your flight. Since I take dozens of flights every year, I like to prepare for the airport ahead of time by creating a mental checklist of the things I will do when I get there. Here are six things I never do at the airport, so my trips are as stress-free as possible:

SEE ALSO: I've flown at least once a month for the last year — here are 17 things I never travel without

1. Buy food at airport vendors

Instead of buying food from expensive airport vendors, I pack a supermarket sandwich and healthy snacks, like a bottled smoothie and mixed nuts.



2. Print my boarding pass at the customer service counter

I prefer to print my boarding pass before I head to the airport. If I don’t have time to do that, I use my airline’s phone app or the kiosks, which helps me avoid long lines. Being prepared with my boarding pass ahead of time has helped me make several flights while running late.



3. Check a bag on trips under a week long

On weekend or week-long trips, I don’t check my bag and instead pack my things into a carry-on. According to SITA, an air transport IT company, 5.73 bags per thousand passengers went missing in 2016.

Because of the risk of losing my luggage, I prefer to pack my things into a hard-case rolling bag that will fit easily in the overhead bin. Having a roller is also easier on my back when walking long distances to the terminal.



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10 clever products to keep your drinks cold during hot summer days

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yeti cooler bagWhen you're sweating under the summer sun, few things can make you happier than sipping an ice-cold drink. Soda, lemonade, beer, a mixed drink, or just plain water — take your pick.

What's even better than a cold drink is one that stays cold for more than half an hour. Drinking your beverage should feel leisurely and enjoyable, not like a race against the clock as the precious window of optimal refreshing temperature closes on you. 

We've been disappointed by warm, flat, and watered-down drinks plenty of times while driving our car in the summer, hiking or camping, and at outdoor parties — which is why we started looking for solutions. These bottles, bags, and accessories will keep your drinks satisfyingly cold, so you can truly enjoy the warm summer days to come. 

Here are the best products for keeping your drinks cold, whether you're a staunch water drinker or a beer and mixed drink enthusiast. 

A YETI tumbler

YETI Rambler 20 oz. Tumbler, $29.99, available at Amazon and YETI

Made from durable stainless steel with double-wall vacuum insulation, this tumbler has an additional feature to prevent cold from escaping: a MagSlider magnetic lid. One of the best parts of this tumbler is that its use extends past the summer, since it's also great for holding hot coffee



A backpack cooler

IceMule Classic Cooler, $59.95, available at Amazon and REI

This cooler performs like a hard cooler but has the portability of a backpack you can just sling over your shoulder. The medium size holds 12 cans plus ice, and it even floats if you want to bring it into the pool with you for extra easy access to cold drinks. 



A Hydro Flask

Hydro Flask 32 oz. Sports Water Bottle, $39.95, available at Amazon and REI

If you know someone who owns a Hydro Flask, then you've probably seen that they will guard this sports water bottle with their life. That's because it's large, has a slip-free grip, and will keep cold drinks cold for up to 24 hours. It's perfect to bring along day trips or long hikes when you need to stay hydrated. 

 



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16 mind-blowing job perks that real companies offer

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We all hope to get basic workplace benefits such as health insurance and paid time off.

But some companies truly go above and beyond for their employees, offering perks that include valet parking, insurance for their pets, and money to travel the world.

Here are 16 of the wildest job benefits out there from companies like Airbnb, Netflix, In-N-Out, and more. 

 

 

1. Airbnb offers a $2,000 yearly travel stipend.

Airbnb gives its employees an annual stipend of $2,000 to travel ($500 per quarter) and stay in an Airbnb listing anywhere in the world, according to Business Insider.

"[The] $2,000 annual employee travel credit is amazing," one employee wrote on Glassdoor.



2. Google provides free food for every meal.

A well-known perk, Google provides employees with campus cafés, micro kitchens, and food options for every meal. 

One Google employee said on Quora that the free food "saves me time and money, and helps me build relationships with my colleagues."



3. Facebook offers valet parking.

The Silicon Valley tech companies have famously generous perks, and Facebook is no different.

The social media giant reportedly offers valet parking for employees at its Menlo Park headquarters, according to Business Insider, along with a free charging station for electric cars.



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