August 9, 2024 - PerksNow

The Symbolic Significance of Jewish Students in the Pro-Palestine Campus Protests — The Revealer

(Image source: Paul Weaver/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images) When House Speaker Mike Johnson visited Columbia University in April he castigated pro-Palestine student protestors and university administrators alike for their role in creating what he called an unsafe and antisemitic campus environment. His speech was drowned out by heckling from protestors who emphatically asserted their First […]

Canon EOS R5 II: video detail levels impress

When you use DPReview links to buy products, the site may earn a commission. As part of our ongoing testing of Canon’s EOS R5 II, we’ve been getting a sense of what its video looks like and how it’s sampled from the camera’s sensor. Image Comparison This widget is not optimized for RSS feed readers. […]

Try This Amazing Paleo Duck Breast with Cherry Sauce Recipe

Duck breast recipes are popular for several reasons. Duck breast can be prepared in various ways—pan-seared, grilled, roasted, or even smoked. It pairs well with a wide range of flavors, from sweet and fruity sauces to savory and spicy seasonings. Duck breast is often associated with fine dining, making it a popular choice for special […]

The Best Scungilli Salad Recipe

Scungilli Salad, made with fresh lemon juice, celery, red onion, garlic, and parsley, is a simple yet delicious Italian dish that’s super easy to make. If you love seafood, don’t hesitate to give this one a try. What Is Scungilli? “Scungilli” from the Italian word “conchiglia,” is essentially sea conch or whelk. Scungilli that […]

The "Back-to-School" Home Reset

Even as an adult, there’s something so fun about the back-to-school season. I love decluttering desks, packing backpacks, and filling lunch boxes — it feels like everything topsy-turvy about summer is rooted in routine again. Greta is headed off to high school this year (how did that happen so fast!?), and Faye and Polly are […]

Meet Our New Favorite Ethical Jewelry Brand SOKO

This is just a small selection of SOKO’s ear candy offerings and it’s a great display of the brand’s variety. There really is something for everyone — from striking thread-through designs (the Bow Earrings, $198), to abstract, fluid lines (the Anga Horizon Drop Earring, $218), and delicate, sculptural pieces inspired by Kenyan wildlife (the Imba […]

Nigerian Labour Congress Summons Emergency Meeting Over Invasion Of Its Secretariat By Lawless Operatives – TheNGblog

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has summoned an emergency National Executive Council (NEC) meeting for August 10, 2024, following the invasion of its headquarters by heavily armed security operatives….CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>> The meeting aims to determine an appropriate response to the invasion and related matters. SaharaReporters had reported that the NLC headquarters in […]

Vacasa secures $30 million

Vacation rental management firm Vacasa has successfully raised $30 million, with an additional $45 million available, through senior secured convertible notes provided by an affiliate of Davidson Kempner Capital Management. This financing is set to enhance Vacasa’s financial stability. In May, Vacasa had announced a major restructuring effort, resulting in a 13% reduction in its […]

AKA, Kamala Harris’ sorority, forms a fundraising group : NPR

Vice President Harris speaks to members of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center on July 10 in Dallas. Brandon Bell/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Brandon Bell/Getty Images For more on the 2024 race head to the NPR Network’s live updates page. The Alpha Kappa Alpha, Inc. has formed […]

Aperol Spritz Granita Recipe

Why It Works Using a fork to break up the ice crystals produces a granita with a fluffy, snow-like texture. The acidity of fresh orange and lemon juice balances out the sweetness of the Aperol. Made with Prosecco, Aperol, and club soda, the Aperol spritz is a zesty and refreshing Italian aperitivo, with bittersweet notes […]