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Blocked drains are among the most frustrating household issues, often cropping up at the worst possible times. Whether it’s in the kitchen or bathroom, the constant build-up of grime, grease, soap scum and hair can lead to slow draining or total blockages.With a plethora of DIY solutions available online, it’s tempting to reach for familiar mixtures like bicarbonate of soda and vinegar. However, plumbing experts warn that this method may not always be the best solution. Different types of blockages require different approaches, and identifying where the blockage is located is key, according to the Express.Kitchen sinks usually suffer from…
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida coach Todd Golden had people yelling at him at halftime Thursday night to get 7-foot-9 center Olivier Rioux in the game.Golden relented with 2:09 to play — and made history in the process — after chants of “We Want Ollie” swept through the O’Connell Center.Rioux became the tallest person to ever play college basketball when he made his debut in a 104-64 victory over North Florida. Rioux, a 19-year-old redshirt freshman from Canada and the world’s tallest teenager, drew so much attention from the Ospreys that he didn’t even touch the ball.“It felt great,” Rioux…
United States lawmakers have written to Andrew, Britain’s disgraced former prince, requesting that he sit for a formal interview about his friendship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, a day after King Charles III formally stripped his younger brother of his royal titles.Separately, a secluded desert ranch where Epstein once entertained guests is coming under renewed scrutiny in the US state of New Mexico, with two state legislators proposing a “truth commission” to uncover the full extent of the financier’s crimes there.Recommended Stories list of 3 itemsend of listOn Thursday, 16 Democratic Party members of Congress signed a letter addressed…
The Federal Aviation Administration ‘s unprecedented order to scale back flights nationwide because of the record-long government shutdown is set to take effect Friday morning.The 40 airports selected by the FAA span more than two dozen states and include hubs such as Atlanta, Dallas, Denver, Los Angeles and Charlotte, North Carolina, according to the order. In some metropolitan areas, including New York, Houston, Chicago and Washington, multiple airports will be impacted, while the ripple effects could reach smaller airports as well.Airlines scrambled to adjust their schedules and began canceling flights Thursday in anticipation of the FAA’s official order, while travelers…
Google is adding Gemini to Maps in India, along with road safety alerts and more information about routes. The AI integration, launched in the U.S. on Wednesday, brings hands-free AI assistance to Maps, as well as contextual suggestions while navigating and information about places of interest. Miriam Daniel, vice president and head of Google Maps, said the rollout required significant localization. “When we say localizing for India, it’s not just the language,” she said at a virtual briefing. “It’s also adapting to how Indians use the product, how Indians will talk, how they will ask for questions, how they will…
Gently cleanse your baby’s skin and leave it feeling moisturized with Aveeno Baby Sensitive All-Over Fragrance-Free Wipes. Suitable for use from birth, these large and durable disposable wet wipes leave baby’s sensitive skin smooth and soothed. From a pediatrician- and dermatologist-recommended brand, the pH-balanced cleansing baby wipes are travel-friendly and have a 99% naturally derived formula* enriched with natural oat extract and aloe. They are made of thick, soft fibers, making them ideal for use on baby’s bottom, hands, body and face to help wipes away dirt and germs. The easy open, one-wipe at a…
After having trouble drying clothing in the colder months of the year, I turned to my tumble dryer. However, they’re incredibly energy-intensive and significantly contribute to energy bills. While I didn’t want to cut it out completely because it makes my life much easier and my clothes smell fresh, I started looking for ways to speed up drying time in the appliance.I came across tumble dryer balls, something I’d always seen in the shop but never thought to research or purchase. However, I’ve been using them for two months now, have got many family members to also purchase them, and…
DENVER (AP) — Denver’s defense bailed out the Broncos in a 10-7 squeaker over the reeling Las Vegas Raiders on Thursday night, sacking Geno Smith six times to atone for spotty performances on offense and special teams.The Broncos (8-2) own the league’s best record, but they didn’t look anything like it on a windy night in the Rocky Mountains.They barely outplayed the Raiders (2-7), who just traded away top receiver Jakobi Meyers, in winning for the seventh straight time overall and extending their NFL-best home winning streak to 10.Wil Lutz’s 32-yard field goal with 5 seconds left in the third…
Colombian fighters Alexander Ante, 48, and Jose Aron Medina Aranda, 37 were each sentenced to 13 years in prison for serving with Ukrainian forces.Published On 7 Nov 20257 Nov 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2ShareA court run by Moscow-installed authorities in Ukraine’s occupied Donetsk region has sentenced two Colombian nationals to 13 years in prison each for fighting on behalf of Kyiv.The ruling, announced on Thursday, is the latest in a series of lengthy sentences handed to foreign fighters accused by Moscow-backed prosecutors of being “mercenaries”.Recommended Stories list of 4 itemsend of list“For participating in hostilities on the side…
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is adjusting his messaging strategy to win over voters who are worried about the cost of living with plans to emphasize new tax breaks and show progress on fighting inflation.The messaging is centered around affordability, and the push comes after inflation emerged as a major vulnerability for Trump and Republicans in Tuesday’s elections, in which voters overwhelmingly said the economy was their biggest concern. Democrats took advantage of concerns about affordability to run up huge margins in the New Jersey and Virginia governor races, flipping what had been a strength for Trump in the…