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Emotional Investing And Social Media
Whenit comes to gathering information to make an investment decision, investors have access to a variety of online information sources, from investment platforms to news and social media. No matter where you get your trading insights, know this: Where there is opportunity, there is also risk. Stock markets go up and they go down—and the steeper the rise or the fall, the easier it can be to derail a long-term strategy with a snap, emotionally driven decision.
Fortunately, you can use these tips to keep emotions in check.
1.Be mindful. Mindfulness can be helpful, even with investing. Before you make an investment decision, ask yourself whether an investment aligns with your financial goals. Small-dollar investments based on hype around a security might turn into big gains, but they can just as easily turn into big losses.
2.Mitigate your risk. Make sure your investment decision involves a level of risk you, not necessarily others, are comfortable with. Some people have the means to take risky bets, but many do not. Short-term trading in a volatile market carries significant risk of loss. Above all, if you seek shortterm returns, don’t sacrifice money you cannot afford to lose. Remember that diversification—spreading out your investments both across and within different asset classes—can help you manage your risk.
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3.Consider your source. Some companies offer tools that analyze or aggregate information from social media sources to help investors make investment decisions. Depending on how it is presented, this social sentiment information—particularly real-time discussion platforms and buy/sell indicators driven by social sentiment—can lead to impulsive investment decisions, which can be a risky way to approach investing.
4.Watch your wallet. Some investors believe they can maximize investment returns by taking early withdrawals from retirement accounts or borrowing against their homes. Be aware that leveraging long-term assets for shortterm gains can have significant consequences—from fees and taxes to risk of loss and more.
5.Understand the costs and risks of margin investing. Trading in a margin account—an account which lets you borrow money to purchase securities— also involves risk and you can lose more money than you deposit in a margin account. Your firm can force the sale of securities in your accounts to meet a margin call, sell your securities without contacting you and increase its margin requirements at any time without providing you with advance notice.
6.Get the basics on options trading. Options are contracts that give the purchaser the right, but not the obligation, to buy or sell a security at a fixed price within a specific period of time. Options can help investors manage risk or increase buying power. But buying and selling options also involves risk, and it is possible to lose money.
7.Know the rules if you are day trading. Are you actively trading stocks? If so, it’s important to know what it means to be a “pattern day trader” because there are requirements associated with this kind of trading.
To protect investors and ensure the market’s integrity, FINRA, a governmentauthorized not-for-profit organization that oversees U.S. broker-dealers, works every day to ensure that everyone can participate in the market with confidence. If you are aware of unfair practices or specific instances of abusive or prohibited conduct, FINRA wants to know about it immediately.
For further information on protecting your money or to file a tip or complaint, visit www.FINRA.org/LearnMore.
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RENEE M MARTINEZ
SUITS
STATE OF NEW MEXICO COUNTY OF VALENCIA
THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL
DISTRICT COURT
NO. D-1314-DM-2024-00287
IN THE MATTER OF THE KINSHIP GUARDIANSHIP OF J.F.O., minor child. AND CONCERNING
Eileen Griego, Petitioner, and Rosella Alicia Ortega, Respondent.
NOTICE OF PENDENCY OF ACTION
STATE OF NEW MEXICO to the above-named Respondent Rosella Ortega, GREETINGS:
You are hereby notified that the above-named Petitioner has filed a Petition for Kinship Guardianship of Joaquin Ortega, born July 2022, in Bernalillo County, New Mexico, to Rosella Ortega.
You are further notified that unless you file a written response to the Petition by no later than thirty days from this publication with the Court Clerk, Thirteenth Judicial District Court, Valencia County, New Mexico, with a copy to the Petitioner’s attorney, or appear at the hearing on October 3, 2024, the Court may enter a default judgment in your absence.
Petitioner’s attorney: /s/Morgan Demic Morgan Demic Pegasus Legal Services for Children 505 Marquette Ave NW Suite 1350 Albuquerque, NM 87102
505-244-1101
HCS Pub. August 16, 23, 30, 2024
STATE OF NEW MEXICO COUNTY OF BERNALILLO
SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT
NO. D-202-DM-2016-01209
Renee M Martinez
Petitioner, vs. Fabian Martinez
Respondent,
NOTICE OF PENDENCY OF ACTION
STATE OF NEW MEXICO to the above-named Respondent(s).
Greetings:
You are hereby notified that the above-named Petitioner has filed a civil action against you in the above entitled Court and cause, the general object thereof being: MOTION FOR ORDER GRANTING PETITIONER
SOLE CUSTODY OF MINOR CHILD
Unless you enter your appearance in said cause on or before thirty (30) days after the last date of publication, a judgment by default will be entered against you.
Name and address of Petitioner or Petitioner’s Attorney:
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LEGAL NOTICES
2917 VIOLETA CIRCLE SE RIO RANCHO, NM 87124
WITNESS the Honorable Jane C. Levy, District Judge of the Second Judicial District Court of the State of New Mexico, and the seal of the District Court of Bernalillo County, this 7th day of August 2024.
KATINA WATSON CLERK OF THE DISTRICT COURT
SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT CLERK OF THE COURT By: /s/ Anahi Ruiz Deputy Clerk
HCS Pub. August 16, 23, 30, 2024
STATE OF NEW MEXICO COUNTY OF BERNALILLO
SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT NO. D-202-DM-2023-02253
HENRY JOSEPH ARAGON; Melissa V Aragon, Petitioner(s) IN THE MATTER OF THE KINSHIP GUARDIANSHIP OF D.G.A., Child(ren), and concerning Angel Marie Aragon; John Doe, Respondent(s).
NOTICE OF PENDENCY OF ACTION
STATE OF NEW MEXICO to Angel Marie Aragon; John Doe, Respondent(s).
Greetings:
You are hereby notified that HENRY JOSEPH ARAGON; Melissa V Aragon, Petitioner(s), filed a Petition of Appoint Kinship Guardian(s) for Destiny Geraldine Aragon (2023) against you in the above entitled Court and cause. Unless you enter your appearance and written response in said cause on or before thirty (30) days after the last date of publication, a judgment by default will be entered against you.
Name and address of Petitioner or Petitioner’s Attorney: Henry Joseph Aragon & Melissa V. Aragon: 416 Merlinda ST NW, Albuquerque, NM 87121
WITNESS the Honorable Amber Chavez Baker, District Judge of the Second Judicial District Court of the State of New Mexico, and the seal of the District Court of Bernalillo County, this 7th day of August 2024.
KATINA WATSON
CLERK OF THE DISTRICT COURT
SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT
CLERK OF THE COURT By: /s/ Mark Macaron II Deputy Clerk
HCS Pub. August 16, 23, 30, 2024
STATE OF NEW MEXICO COUNTY OF BERNALILLO
SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT
NO. NO. D-202-DM-2024-01964
Natalie Sandoval
STATE OF NEW MEXICO
Petitioner, vs. Melvin D Sandoval
Respondent,
NOTICE OF PENDENCY OF ACTION
STATE OF NEW MEXICO to the above-named Respondent(s).
Greetings:
You are hereby notified that the above-named Petitioner has filed a civil action against you in the above entitled Court and cause, the general object thereof being: PETITION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE
Unless you enter your appearance in said cause on or before thirty (30) days after the last date of publication, a judgment by default will be entered against you.
Name and address of Petitioner or Petitioner’s Attorney:
NATALIE SANDOVAL
#2 VUELTACITO RD
TIJERAS, NM 87059
WITNESS the Honorable Debra Ramirez, District Judge of the Second Judicial District Court of the State of New Mexico, and the seal of the District Court of Bernalillo County, this the 9th day of August, 2024.
KATINA WATSON
CLERK OF THE DISTRICT
COURT
SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT
COURT
CLERK OF THE COURT
By: /s/ Anahi Ruiz
Deputy Clerk
HCS Pub. August 16, 23, 30, 2024
PROBATE
STATE OF NEW MEXICO IN THE PROBATE COURT BERNALILLO COUNTY No. 2024-0880
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF CECELIA MARY TEAGUE, DECEASED.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Anthony James Pappas has been appointed personal representative of the Estate of Cecelia Mary Teague, Deceased, and all persons having claims against the Estate of Cecelia Mary Teague, Deceased, are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice to Creditors or the claims will be forever barred. Claims must be presented to the personal representative at the address below.
Date 08/07/2024
LAW OFFICE OF PICKEL LAW PC
BY: /s/Cynthia Sikelianos
Cynthia Sikelianos
Attorney for Anthony James Pappas
4801 Lang Avenue NE, Suite 110 Albuquerque, NM 87109
505-798-2515
HCS Pub. August 16, 23, 30, 2024
COUNTY OF BERNALILLO
SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT
Case No. D-202PB-2024-00324
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN J. ORTH, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the Estate of John J. Orth, Deceased. All persons having claims against this Estate are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or the claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be presented to the Personal Representative, c/o Pregenzer Baysinger Wideman & Sale, PC, 2424 Louisiana Boulevard NE, Suite 200, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87110, or filed with the Second Judicial District Court, Bernalillo County,400 Lomas Boulevard NW, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87102.
Dated: 8-8-2024, 2024. /s/ Judith E. Starn
Judith E. Starn 5109 Trevi Place NW Albuquerque, NM 87114 jstarn57@gmail.com (928) 606-4041
Personal Representative PREGENZER BAYSINGER WIDEMAN & SALE, PC
By: /s/ Marcy Baysinger
Marcy G. Baysinger 2424 Louisiana Blvd NE, Suite 200 Albuquerque, New Mexico 87110
Phone: (505) 872-0505
Fax: (505) 872-1009 mbaysinger@pbwslaw.com
Attorneys for Personal Representative HCS Pub. August 16, 23, 30, 2024
STATE OF NEW MEXICO COUNTY OF BERNALILLO SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT NO. D-202-PB-2024-00573 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JOHNNY M. MYERS, DECEASED NOTICE OF PUBLICATION FOR INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPONTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Petitioner, Michelle Lymburner, sole devisee of the Estate of Johnny M. Myers, resident of the City of Albuquerque, County of Bernalillo, State of New Mexico, and being over the age of eighteen years, has filed a Application for Informal Probate of Will and Application for Informal Appointment of Personal Representative in the Second Judicial District Court, Bernalillo County, New Mexico, wherein she seeks the appointment of Personal Representative for the Estate of Johnny M. Myers. This
Application is being heard before the Honorable Lisa Chavez Ortega, District Court Judge, on the 17th day of September, 2024, at the hour of 11:15 A.M., remotely via Zoom. Link to hearing can be obtained by the Court by calling (505) 841-7494 within 24 hours prior to hearing. Respectfully submitted, NEW MEXICO LEGAL GROUP, P.C. By /s/ Samantha Finlayson Day Samantha Finlayson Day Attorney for Petitioner 2701 Arizona Street NE Albuquerque, New Mexico 87110 (505) 843-7303 sday@newmexicolegalgroup. com
HCS Pub. August 16, 23, 30, 2024
STATE OF NEW MEXICO PROBATE COURT BERNALILLO COUNTY No. 2024 0679 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF RAMONA GARCIA, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS FRANCISCO JUAN GARCIA and JOSEPH ANTHONY GARCIA have been appointed Personal Representative of the Estate of RAMONA GARCIA., deceased. All persons having claims against this Estate are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of any published notice to creditors or sixty (60) days after the date of mailing or other delivery of this notice, whichever is later, or the claims will be forever barred. Claims must be presented to FRANCISCO JUAN GARCIA at 33302 NE 42nd St. Carnation, WA 98014 and JOSEPH ANTHONY GARCIA at 5702 Bellamah Ave. NE Albuquerque, NM 87110, or to Walk-In Wills Carlisle, P.C. (Carlos A. Jauregui, Esq.) at 2000 Carlisle Blvd NE, Suite G, Albuquerque, NM 87110, and may be filed with the Probate Court of Bernalillo County, New Mexico. Dated: August 14, 2024 /s/ Francisco Juan Garcia FRANCISCO JUAN GARCIA, Personal Representative /s/ Joseph Anthony Garcia JOSEPH ANTHONY GARCIA, Personal Representative Walk-In Wills Carlisle, P.C. By /s/ Carlos A. Jauregui
Carlos A. Jauregui, Esq. 2000 Carlisle Blvd NE, Suite G Albuquerque, New Mexico 87110 (505) 903-7000
Attorneys for Personal Representative HCS Pub. August 16, 23, 30, 2024
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ROBERT JOSE BRUNO GUTIERREZ, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS
ALICE C. SANDOVAL AND FRANK A. GUTIERREZ, have been appointed Personal Representative of the Estate of ROBERT JOSE BRUNO GUTIERREZ, deceased. All persons having claims against this Estate are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of any published notice to creditors or sixty (60) days after the date of mailing or other delivery of this notice, whichever is later, or the claims will be forever barred. Claims must be presented to ALICE C. SANDOVAL AND FRANK A. GUTIERREZ at 2539 Ramirez Rd. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105, 1421 La Mora Ln. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105 or to Walk-In Wills Carlisle, P.C. (Carlos A. Jauregui, Esq.) at 2000 Carlisle Blvd NE, Suite G, Albuquerque, NM 87110, and may be filed with the Probate Court of Bernalillo County, New Mexico. Dated: August 13, 2024 /s/ Alice C. Sandoval ALICE C. SANDOVAL, Personal Representative /s/ Frank A. Gutierrez FRANK A. GUTIERREZ, Personal Representative Walk-In Wills Carlisle, P.C. By /s/ Carlos A. Jauregui Carlos A. Jauregui, Esq. 2000 Carlisle Blvd NE, Suite G Albuquerque, New Mexico 87110 (505) 903-7000 Attorneys for Personal Representative HCS Pub. August 16, 23, 30, 2024
STORAGE AUCTIONS
Sedillo Self Storage, 1275 NM 333, Tijeras, NM 87059, (505) 281-2328, pursuant to the Self Storage Lien Act effective 7/87, will sell the following units at public auction to satisfy the Landlord’s Lien on Tuesday September 10, 2024 at 6:00pm at www. albuquerqueauctionaddiction. com. Visit website to register to bid and get more information. Unit 120 - Kelli DePlanche - 137 Singleton Lane, Moorseburg, TN 37811 - household misc. Unit 336 - Robert Sears - 440 Cedar City, TX 79512 - household misc. HCS Pub. August 23, 30, 2024
STATE OF NEW MEXICO PROBATE COURT
BERNALILLO COUNTY No.2024 0881
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COMMENTARY
Being a Good Parent and Child: Today’s Sandwich Generation Under Pressure
Many adults today are juggling the demands of work, household upkeep, finances and school-aged children, while also caring for an aging parent. This group, known as the sandwich generation, may feel more like a panini -- pressed and grilled between the weight of their caregiving duties. According to a recent survey by Home Instead, Inc., 62% of those in the sandwich generation feel they must choose between being a good parent or being a good daughter or son. These pressures are intensified by economic uncertainty and the impact of the pandemic.
“Caregiving can take an emotional, mental and even physical toll on someone, and it can be hard to divide attention and resources to provide the best care to loved ones of different ages,” says Lakelyn Hogan Eichenberger, Ph.D., gerontologist and caregiving advocate at Home Instead. “While caregivers may feel they have to do it by themselves, it’s best to avoid the superhero mentality and recognize where support is needed.”
Hogan Eichenberger offers five ways to help manage stress and survive the sandwich generation press:
1. Seek support. To help manage the pressure, seek out a group where you can share your experience with others who are in a similar situation and talk through ideas for respite and support. Consider virtual and in-person support groups for caregivers in the sandwich generation or groups geared toward specific conditions such as Alzheimer’s.
2. Prioritize yourself. It’s easy to view your role as a caregiver as your entire identity. In fact, 63% say that caregiving makes it harder to care for themselves. Set aside time to address your mental and physical health. Aim to eat healthy, exercise regularly and get seven to eight hours of sleep.
3. Line up supportive care. Professional care services can offer much-needed respite and ensure your parent or aging loved one is safe while you’re not
4. Consider delivery services. As a caregiver, it can be challenging to find time for typical errands. Save valuable time by subscribing to delivery services like Instacart for groceries or your local pharmacy for medications.
5. Communicate with your employer. Seventy-seven percent of caregivers say they have had to make major or minor changes to their work to meet commitments. Help your manager and co-workers understand the responsibilities in your personal life, and discuss a plan that works for you and the team. Ask about benefits or services your employer offers, such as an Employee Assistance Program.
For more information and practical resources to help, visit: https://www. homeinstead.com/sandwichgen.
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Hints to Help You Discover
These days, Americans of all income levels are looking for good deals. In fact, an estimated 89% of American households earning between $175,000 and $199,999 regularly use digital coupons according to Simply Codes.
What You Can Do
Fortunately, there are steps you can take to make your money go farther:
1. Make sure you’re not wasting energy at home. Keep utility bills down and the environment cleaner by checking that you have enough insulation, using LED instead of incandescent bulbs, and getting a smart thermostat that will heat or cool your home so you’re comfortable when you’re there and saving money when you’re not.
2. Use less. A pea-sized amount of toothpaste, a tablespoon of dishwasher powder, a half cup of laundry detergent; that’s all of most cleaning products you need.
Great Deals
3. Save on health, wellness and personal care items. All too often, coupons and promotions can be limited and fleeting, but that’s a trend Walgreens is intending to break.
For the first time ever, the company is introducing “Buy 2, Get the 3rd Free” for myWalgreens members at all Walgreens stores, on Walgreens. com, as well as via the Walgreens app. Customers can even use quick and convenient shopping options for purchases linked to the promotion, including Walgreens’ 1-hour delivery, same day delivery and 30-minute pickup.
What’s more, the savings can last until August 31, 2024. The Walgreens “Buy 2, Get the 3rd Free” promotion lets myWalgreens members mix and match over 2,500 Walgreens-branded health, wellness, beauty and personal care items, including products from the popular No7 and Soap & Glory brands. Whether you’re looking for DIY nail essentials, wellness supplements or skincare products, Walgreens can be a one-stop shop.
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there. Many professional caregivers trained specifically for elder care can assist with tasks such as bathing and housework. Family members or friends can also provide relief. For example, you might team up with other parents to carpool or line up play dates.
COMMENTARY COMMENTARY
Horses, Horsepower and Hollers: The Legendary Kentucky Adventure
Good news for travelers: Kentucky’s Bowling Green, Corbin, Franklin, Georgetown, Harlan and Shelby Co. have joined forces to showcase the unique cultural, historical, and adventurous offerings of the Bluegrass State. Visitors seeking a weekend getaway, a four-day adventure, or an immersive weeklong journey can find curated itineraries ensuring ease of planning and an unforgettable experience.
Let the adventure begin
From the fast-paced world of motorsports and horse racing to the serene beauty of Kentucky’s hills and hollers, visitors can discover firsthand why Kentucky’s tourism industry is experiencing a historic surge.
Discover Kentucky: World-Class Attractions Await
World-class attractions, authentic experiences and captivating landscapes are all part of this ultimate Kentucky road trip. Attraction highlights include the National Corvette Museum, Old Friends Retirement Farm, Bulleit Distilling, Cumberland Falls State Park, Portal 31: Animatronic Mine Tour, The Mint Gaming Hall and more.
Kentucky’s Culinary Delights: A Taste of Local Flavor
From McKinley’s Café in Shelbyville to Fava’s in downtown Georgetown, visitors can enjoy the many flavors of this region at local restaurants. Travelers who want to dive into legendary culinary experiences can check out the birthplace of Kentucky Fried Chicken in Corbin and Dueling Grounds Distillery for their storied Linkumpinch Bourbon. Then they can stop at Chaney’s Dairy Barn for some of the best homemade ice cream in the state.
Unforgettable Adventures: Kentucky’s Unique Experiences
One-of-a-kind experiences including meeting retired racehorses, like the oldest living Kentucky Derby Winner, Silver Charm, in Georgetown. Visit the Saddlebred Horse Capital and even get wet in the heart of Appalachia
at the “Niagara of the South”: Cumberland Falls in Corbin. Experience live horse racing in Franklin in September. Uncover America’s sports car legacy at the National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green or learn about the rich history of miners at the Kentucky Coal Mining Museum in Harlan.
Where Every Visit Rewards
Check out the awesome itineraries for Kentucky’s Bowling Green, Corbin, Franklin, Georgetown, Harlan and Shelby Co. on www.KyTripleH.com and as a bonus collect points to win a fantastic trip. Travelers can get their mobile exclusive passport and check-in at locations along their legendary Kentucky adventure to redeem points. The grand prize includes a onenight stay in each destination, along with passes to various attractions and restaurant gift cards.
Explore What Makes Kentucky Legendary
No matter which adventure you choose, Bowling Green, Corbin, Franklin, Georgetown, Harlan and Shelby Co. are delightful destinations where you can experience the heart and soul of Kentucky. To get your mobile passport, select your Kentucky adventure, and redeem points to be entered into a sweepstakes, visit www.KyTripleH.com. -(NAPSI)
NMHED, NMDWS partner to improve college and career advising for high school students
SANTA FE — Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness in Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP) New Mexico has joined with the New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions to improve the comprehensive and individualized college and career advising provided to high school students.
GEAR UP New Mexico, a division of the New Mexico Higher Education Department, is a federally funded program that aims to increase college and career readiness for seventh- to 12th-grade students.
The inter-agency agreement allows GEAR UP New Mexico Coordinators in school districts and within the New Mexico Higher Education Department to provide personalized college and career programs, guidance and resources through the Career Solutions platform.
GEAR UP New Mexico partners with seven school districts in the state that serve a high proportion of rural and first-generation students. The U.S. Department of Education renewed funding for the program in 2020 at $31.4 million for the next seven years to support around 7,000 New Mexico students and their families each year.
“We are excited to team with GEAR UP to help New Mexico youth find good careers that are fulfilling and rewarding,” said NMDWS Secretary Sarita Nair. “Career Solutions is a great tool that enables everyone to make
data-informed education and career choices.”
“GEAR UP New Mexico is dedicated to equipping both students and educators with the tools and resources necessary to achieve educational and career success,” said GEAR UP New Mexico Director Dr. Corine Frankland. “We are grateful and excited to partner with the New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions, as this agreement will greatly benefit our GUNM school districts and, most importantly, the students, through access to this comprehensive platform.”
The New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions Career Solutions platform is designed for middle and high school students to explore applicable occupations based on their personal work interests and values. The platform guides users through career exploration assessments, identifying personal lifestyle goals, and learning about the labor market and different career plans in New Mexico.
“This cross-agency work leverages strengths within each of our organizations, towards a stronger model of college and career pathways services for the students of GEAR UP New Mexico and beyond,” said GEAR UP New Mexico Regional Coordinator Katherin Hinton. “I am grateful for the enthusiasm surrounding these efforts and look forward to the possibilities this agreement has in store.”
Simple Ways to Add a Touch of Luxury to Your Home
Home sweet home. It’s called that for a reason: Home is where you can go to relax, refresh, and reset. No matter where or how you live, adding a touch of luxury to your living space is a great way to help you look forward to relaxing after a long day.
Contrary to what many people might think, however, giving your home that “high-end” feeling doesn’t mean you have to shell out on incredibly expensive, designer home decor. There are a few simple ways to add a little luxury to your everyday life.
A bright idea: For example, lighting can play a crucial role in setting the mood. Swapping out your standard light bulbs for soft, warm-toned LEDs or string lights can create a cozy, inviting atmosphere that helps you unwind, while also making your home feel more elegant and inviting.
home’s energy and signal to your body that it’s “time to relax”, while also providing a deep clean. Modeled after popular luxury perfumes, these multipurpose cleaners are crafted by master perfumers in a high-end fragrance house. The two new scents in the line—Sunrise Memories and Opulence Bloom—sound as luxurious as they smell, and they’re both versatile enough to be used in every room of the house.
Little things can mean a lot: Finally, don’t forget to invest in the little luxuries. Whether that’s an automatic can opener or a coffee maker you can put on a timer, the little things in life often make the greatest impact when it comes to making your life easier and imbuing your environment with a sense of opulence.
Clean and classy: Studies show that certain scents can have a calming effect on your whole body—so consider making high-end aromas a part of your everyday routine. For example, there’s Pinalen’s new Luxury Scents line of multipurpose cleaners, which offer premium scents that can elevate your
More For more tips and tricks, visit https://www.alenusa.com/en/.
Bid Farewell to Toenail Fungus from the Comfort of Your Home
Say hello to the uninvited guest: toenail fungus, the ultimate party crasher for your confidence! It’s not just about feeling uneasy; it’s like a fashion police for your feet, dictating a strict ‘no’ to those fabulous sandals and making you think twice before exposing your toes. And let’s talk about those doctor discussionsbrace yourself for some seriously cringeworthy moments!
Identifying signs of toenail fungus, or onychomycosis, is essential. Look out for discolored or yellowed nails, nails that are brittle, cracked, or broken, thickened nails, or nails that have separated from the nail bed.
Did you know that toenail fungus affects around 10%-12% of the general population? It’s even more prevalent among older adults and diabetics, with a whopping 20% in those over 60 and 50% in those over 70, according to Dr. Neil Sadick, a world-renowned dermatologist and Chief Medical Officer of STRIDETM, available at getmystride.com. While toenail fungus often targets the big toenail, any nail can fall victim to it.
“In general, clinical data strongly supports a combination of prescription antifungal medications as the most effective way to eliminate toenail fungal infections,” advises Dr. Sadick. Dr. Peter Bregman, a board-certified podiatrist, has been treating toenail fungus for 25 years and echoes Dr. Sadick’s sentiment. He states, “The most effective treatment of toenail fungus
is a combination of topical and oral medications in addition to treating your shoes with an antifungal spray to avoid recurrence. There are so many over-the-counter products that just do not work and patients are wasting their time and money with the vast majority of them.”
Dr. Sadick frequently recommends this combination approach for optimal results. The STRIDE DUOTM toenail fungus treatment boasts an impressive 89% clinical effectiveness rate, with noticeable improvements in appearance in just days. Thanks to STRIDETM, backed by Dr. Sadick, patients can now manage their condition entirely online, from the comfort of their home and on their own schedule. After creating a profile, a licensed clinician reviews the condition and provides a personalized diagnosis. Safe and effective FDA-approved prescription medications are then delivered to your door. Healthcare can be stressful, but STRIDETM takes the stress out of toenail fungus treatment.
For more information, visit getmystride.com. Say goodbye to toenail fungus without leaving your home!
COMMENTARY COMMENTARY
AI Disinformation Drives New National Security Strategies
Threats
to global stability continue to evolve to include greater use of artificial intelligence (AI) to promote disinformation, according to experts at the Special Competitive Studies Project (SCSP), a nonprofit and nonpartisan initiative with a mission of making recommendations to strengthen America’s long-term competitiveness in AI.
The need for NATO member countries to keep hostile regimes from using AI disinformation to manipulate public opinion is becoming increasingly important.
This “cognitive warfare” or information warfare, is not a new concept, but the digital revolution and use of AI allows bad actors to disseminate deepfakes and AI-augmented content at a previously unfathomable speed.
SCSP experts offer several strategies for how NATO countries can confront the threat of AI-augmented disinformation head-on. “This requires moving beyond the current reactive approach, which focuses on debunking falsehoods,” according to SCSP.
-Monitor disinformation in real-time. Investing in open-source intelligence tools and working with tech companies can help develop the expertise to identify and counter malevolent disinformation campaigns. Also, better authenticity tools are needed to identify altered or AI-generated content.
-Discredit disinformation immediately. NATO must proactively promote its own interests and mission. NATO should provide its own positive narrative
to get out ahead of disinformation, and highlight failures of authoritarian regimes, especially on their own digital platforms.
-Initiate partnerships. Establishing and strengthening collaborative relationships with governments, private companies, and civil-society organizations can help NATO develop early warning systems and coordinate stronger and faster responses to disinformation campaigns.
-Foster healthy skepticism. Supporting programs to promote media and digital literacy can help reduce the impact of disinformation. Educating the public to apply critical thinking skills to online information can help build societal resilience against propaganda and voter manipulation.
To achieve these goals, SCSP experts recommend the creation of a disinformation unit within NATO responsible for coordinating intelligence, spearheading counter-messaging efforts, and building strategic partnerships.
“Such a unit could leverage the Five Eyes intelligence alliance (the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada), as well as the work of Europol – the European Union’s law-enforcement agency – to bolster and expand information-sharing networks,” according to SCSP.
Visit scsp.ai for more information about the importance of strengthening America’s competitiveness as AI and other emerging technologies are reshaping our national security, economy, and society.
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Raise a Glass to “Sum-all” Season with a Variety of Delicious Summer and Fall Drinks
It’s that time of year again! The time between summer and fall when some people start thinking about leaves and football, while others aren’t quite ready to trade in their flip-flops for flannel.
Join us in raising a glass to “sum-all” season! It’s the perfect time to enjoy the best of both worlds, blending the warmth of summer with the crispness of fall. Whether you’re clinging to those last beach days or eagerly anticipating cozy evenings by the fire, this season lets you do it all. So, grab your drink of choice, fire up the grill, and make the most of this special time of year.
Check out this sampling of sum-all favorites made at the Genesee Brewery in Upstate New York and available at select retailers across the U.S.
-Black Cherry flavor provides bridge to fall. Genesee Black Cherry Vanilla Kellerbier continues the Genesee tradition of releasing seasonal beers on the cusp between seasons. The Black Cherry Vanilla Kellerbier combines the tart sweetness of black cherry with a hint of smooth vanilla that is refreshing on a warm summer day and also a perfect complement to a brisk fall game day afternoon.
-Light beer wins through late summer. Labatt Blue Light Grapefruit, a summer seasonal beer, is perfectly suited to shift into fall and enjoy on the golf course.
-Green and citrusy “sum-all” to a T. Nothing says summer like iced tea, but the right tea flavors span the seasons. Lipton Hard Iced Tea Citrus Green Tea works on the patio by the pool, or at an early fall outdoor concert or sporting event.
-Kick off the fall with pure refreshment. Made with real cane sugar and fruit juice, Seagram’s Escapes Refreshers are available in fruit flavor combinations including Strawberry Acai, Pineapple Cherry, Mango Orange and Kiwi Lime. Refreshers are a perfect ready to enjoy option for any social gathering.
Visit Fifcousa.com and Genesee Brewery (geneseebeer.com) for more information on these and other “sum-all” drinks made at the brewery. Also, be sure to share your sum-all moments with #GennySumAll and be part of the “sum-all” celebration.
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COMMENTARY
Creating an American Techno-Industrial Strategy
The U.S. economy remains dynamic and robust, but continued focus on advanced manufacturing is needed to cement U.S. leadership in industries of the future, according to experts at the Special Competitive Studies Project (SCSP), a nonprofit and nonpartisan initiative with a goal of making recommendations to strengthen America’s long-term competitiveness in artificial intelligence (AI).
As China seeks to position advanced industries as the main growth engine of its economy, U.S. leadership in AI, and increased investment in cloud infrastructure and enterprise-scale AI could help accelerate innovation in technology, SCSP experts wrote in a recent online article.
Currently, the U.S. is falling behind China in production capacity for advanced industries including semiconductors and clean energy. These areas are crucial to America’s economic competitiveness and national security, and the U.S. production of the world’s high-tech goods has fallen from more than 40% to 18% since 1980.
To maximize U.S. advantages and remain competitive in advanced industries on a global scale, the SCSP experts propose a three-pronged strategy with focus on production, markets, and people.
Begin with production. Invest in manufacturing-innovation programs and promote the adoption of advanced technologies by small and mediumsize manufacturers. The U.S. should also create incentives for investment in “smart factories” that capitalize on ways to accelerate innovation with increased flexibility and lower cost.
Secure the markets. Develop a trade policy that secures supply chains for products such as Internet of Things modules, networking components and industrial robots, and reduces reliance on China for production.
Promote and support the workforce. A comprehensive techno-industrial strategy requires investments in human capital. Advanced industries in the U.S. continue to face crippling workforce shortages. Strategies to overcome these shortages include ensuring AI capability in all school classrooms by 2030, lowering immigration barriers for highly-skilled workers, and creating national workforce frameworks for advanced manufacturing.
Although the U.S. economy is on a strong footing, China’s shift toward advanced industries sets the stage for a potential economic and strategy advantage. However, the U.S. can leverage its own existing advantages by proactively driving investments in advanced manufacturing, pursuing a strategic trade policy, and strengthening its workforce, according to SCSP.
Read SCSP’s Vision for Competitiveness: Mid-Decade Opportunities for Strategic Victory and visit scsp.ai to learn more.
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Beyond the Scale: Learn the Facts About Obesity
Obesity is a life-long health problem that affects more than 42% of American adults. Most people don’t know that obesity is a disease and impacts some ethnic and racial groups more than others, including 47% of Hispanic American adults. Recent news stories around new anti-obesity medications have created many questions about obesity and its treatments.
Here are some important facts to know about obesity:
•Obesity does not happen from poor lifestyle choices. Lack of willpower is often blamed as the main cause for weight gain. However, research has shown that obesity is a complex disease with many factors causing weight gain. It also affects many parts of the body and can increase your risk of developing serious health conditions, such as diabetes, heart disease, cancer and liver disease.
•Losing weight can reverse certain health conditions caused by obesity. Losing weight can have a positive impact on your overall health. Even a small amount of weight loss can ease joint pain, lower your chances of cancer and lower your blood pressure. It can also help improve certain digestive issues caused by obesity, like acid reflux or GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease). Weight loss can also lessen harmful fat in your liver, and the swelling and scarring that happens with liver disease.
•Many doctors can provide obesity treatments that will help. Because obesity
impacts many body systems, different types of doctors can help with prevention and treatment. Gastroenterologists, for example, can help patients with obesityrelated digestive health issues, such as reflux or liver disease, that can be treated or prevented through weight management.
•There are many helpful ways patients can try to manage their weight. Your health care provider can help you decide which treatments are best for you, such as lifestyle changes, prescription drugs, endoscopic procedures and/or surgery.
“As a gastroenterologist, patients often come to my office for serious health issues such as liver disease, which they don’t realize is caused by obesity and can be prevented or reversed by staying at a healthy weight,” said Dr. Andres Acosta, an obesity doctor and gastroenterologist at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. “This is very important for Hispanic American adults who have more obesity and liver disease than other ethnicities. Keeping up a healthy weight is an important way to improve obesity-related health issues and prevent or reverse certain conditions before they become severe.”
For more information on obesity, how it affects your overall health, and available treatment options and how to access them, visit the American Gastroenterological Association’s Obesity Resource Center at https://patient. gastro.org/obesity/. -(NAPSI)
Prepare Now to Protect Yourself During Respiratory Illness Season
Children are returning to school and fall is fast approaching, which means respiratory illness season is right around the corner. Health experts urge that now is the time to think about how you will reduce your risk of severe illness from COVID-19 and flu in the months ahead, including staying up to date with the latest vaccines. Health officials also underscore that COVID-19 and flu are both serious illnesses that rank among the leading causes of infectious disease deaths in the United States.
Experts with Champions for Vaccine Education, Equity, and Progress (CVEEP), a coalition dedicated to promoting vaccine education and access, echo this guidance, underscoring that timely vaccination is the most effective defense against severe illness and hospitalization. “Receiving the latest COVID-19 and flu vaccines when they become available this fall is crucial,” notes HealthyWomen CEO and CVEEP convener Beth Battaglino. “Viruses like those that cause COVID-19 and flu mutate over time and vaccines are specifically updated on a regular basis to counter these newly circulating variants.”
provided by previous vaccines.
As new variants arise, the protection provided by vaccines can wane. That’s why staying up to date on your COVID-19 and flu vaccines is critical. Like flu vaccines, COVID-19 vaccines are regularly updated to protect against the variants predicted to circulate during the upcoming respiratory illness season, typically spanning from September to March.
Staying current with COVID-19 and flu vaccines significantly reduces the risk of severe illness, hospitalization, and death. In fact, recent studies have shown that flu shots reduce the risk of illness by up to 60% and COVID-19 vaccines lower the risk of hospitalization by 80% and death by 90%.
The updated COVID-19 and flu vaccines are expected to be available in the coming weeks. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that all individuals aged 6 months and older receive these vaccines. Consult your healthcare provider or local pharmacy to learn more about availability.
This summer, the nation has experienced a significant surge in COVID-19 cases, attributed to an evolving virus. To survive, the COVID-19 virus is constantly changing, leading to the emergence of new variants. These new variants can escape our natural immune response, and the protection
Visit CVEEP.org/stayupdated for additional information and vaccination resources.
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