Looking forthe most recentMini Crossword answer?Click here for today's Mini Crossword hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Wordle, Strands and Connections puzzles.TheNew York Times Crossword Puzzleis legendary. But if you don't have that much time, theMini Crosswordis an entertaining substitute. The Mini Crossword is much easier than the old-school NYT Crossword, and you probably can complete it in a couple of minutes. But if you're stuck, we've got the answers. And if you could use some hints and guidance for daily solving, check out our Mini Crossword tips.The Mini Crossword is just one of many games in the Times' games collection. If you're looking for today's Wordle, Connections and Strands answers, you can visitCNET's NYT puzzle hints page.Read more: Tips and Tricks for Solving The New York Times Mini CrosswordLet's get at those Mini Crossword clues and answers. The completed NYT Mini Crossword for Nov. 14, 2024. NYT/Screenshot by CNETMini across clues and answers1A clue: One of 1,077 in the first single-volume edition of "The Lord of the Rings"Answer: PAGE5A clue: Clickable symbolAnswer: ICON6A clue: With 3-Down, slangy aspirations for a group of friendsAnswer: SQUAD7A clue: Throws hardAnswer: HURLS8A clue: Voting counterparts of naysAnswer: YEASMini down clues and answers1D clue: Arouse, as interestAnswer: PIQUE2D clue: Maker of car models like the MDX and TLXAnswer: ACURA3D clue: See 6-AcrossAnswer: GOALS4D clue: "All's well that ___ well"Answer: ENDS6D clue: Like a kindergartner on the first day of school, maybeAnswer: SHYHow to play more Mini CrosswordsThe New York Times Games section offers a large number of online games, but only some of them are free for all to play. You can play the current day's Mini Crossword for free, but you'll need a subscription to the Times Games section to play older puzzles from the archives.

OpinionNovember 13, 20245 min readHow I Overcame SolastalgiaDamage to your environment can bring a profound sense of loss; that feeling, called solastalgia, can also provide inspirationBy Queen Essang Overearth/Getty ImagesAs I sit in my backyard in Abuja, Nigeria, looking out at the open landscape around me, I cant help but feel a deep sense of loss. The rolling hills that were once vibrant with a rich carpet of wild ferns, daisies, lupines and goldenrods are now dotted with invasive species that have choked out the native flora. The river that once flowed crystal clear, reflecting the azure sky and teeming with darting fish and dragonflies gliding gracefully by, is now muddied by sediments and pollutants from nearby construction and agriculture.This feeling of loss and dislocation, a combination of nostalgia for what once was and a profound sadness for what has been irretrievably altered, has a name: solastalgia. Coined by philosopher Glenn Albrecht, solastalgia describes the emotional distress caused by environmental change, particularly when it affects the place we call home. Essentially, it is the feeling of being homesick while at home.But despite this feeling, there is hope. Solastalgia has inspired me. It serves as a strong motivator to push for the protection and rejuvenation of our environments. It reminds us of the intrinsic value of nature and the importance of stewardship. When we acknowledge our grief and channel it into positive action, we empower ourselves to fight for the landscapes we love and to safeguard biodiversity, transforming our sorrow into tangible steps for change. Our bonds with nature are resilient and worth nurturing for future generations.On supporting science journalismIf you're enjoying this article, consider supporting our award-winning journalism by subscribing. By purchasing a subscription you are helping to ensure the future of impactful stories about the discoveries and ideas shaping our world today.Growing up, I spent countless hours in the woods behind my childhood home surrounded by majestic oaks with their sprawling canopies, towering pines reaching for the heavens and graceful willows swaying gently by the rivers edge. I would often find myself in the embrace of the ancient pines, their earthly scent grounding me as I wandered beneath their branches. The woods were my sanctuary. Each tree had a story, a memory attached to it. I remember the laughter of friends echoing throughout the canopy as we played hide and seek, the sun filtering through the foliage, casting dappled shadows on the forest floor, and the quiet moments spent sitting up against a tree trunk, feeling at one with nature.When I returned home after five years in college, I was struck by how much the ecosystem had changed. As climate change accelerates and development encroaches on familiar spaces, I find myself grappling with an unsettling reality. The vibrant tapestry of my childhood is unraveling. In its place lies a landscape marked by changechange that feels invasive and alien.Today, in my backyard, I find myself thinking about the day years ago that I encountered a friendly female waterbuck while wandering through the lush Stubbs Creeks forests. The forest was alive with playful squirrels, the occasional fox darting through the underbrush. Chirping robins and warblers and buzzing insects created a symphony that felt like home. Now I realize many of those trees had been felled, replaced by sterile housing developments devoid of the life and character.Nestled within this vibrant landscape was Ibeno Lake. I had taken pride in its clear water, where families of ducks and geese often swam gracefully by. The lake was joy: a place for summer swims, lazy afternoons spent floating on rafts, evenings filled with the laughter of friends gathered around bonfires. It was here that I learned the rhythm of nature. Now I watch in dismay as algae blooms choke the water, turning it murky green.The emotional turmoil is not mine alone; it resonates with many people who are witnessing similar transformations in their environments. The deep sense of solastalgia manifests as a grief that is often overlookeda sorrow not for a person but for a place. It is a longing for a connection that feels increasingly out of reach, as the landscapes we once knew and loved are irrevocably altered.Every time I see a familiar landmark disappear or a beloved habitat shrink, I can't help but reflect on how a once-vivid tapestry of biodiversity is transforming into a homogenized landscape. This transformation induces a precarious tipping of natures equilibrium. Climate change is a fundamental cause, but pollution from nearby industrial complexes has contributed significantly to the degradation of the natural environment. Deforestation spurred by the relentless pursuit of urban development continues to erode extensive forestland, and unsustainable resource extraction has stripped the land of its natural resources, leaving scars that are slow to heal.I cannot stand idly by. I began to educate myself about conservation efforts shortly after I returned home, driven by the changes I witnessed in my environment. I have joined local conservation groups, participating in tree-planting initiatives to restore native species and combat the invasion of nonnative flora. I have also engaged in cleanup efforts at Ibeno Lake, rallying friends and family to help remove litter and debris from the shorelines, to help restore its natural beauty. Education is vital, too; I strive to raise awareness in my community about the importance of preserving our natural spaces.In my conversations with family and friends, I find that solastalgia is a common experience. We often reminisce about the landscapes of our youth, remembering the places that influenced our lives. There is a somber tone in these discussions, as we realize that our memories are becoming more associated with what we are losing rather than what is left. The world is changing, and as a result, so are we.As I reflect on my journey with solastalgia, I realize that it is not merely a feeling of loss but also a call to reconnect. It urges us to find new ways to engage with our surroundings, to create memories in the face of change and to honor the beauty that still exists, despite the challenges. Although the landscape may shift, our appreciation for it can remain steadfast, reminding us that our bond with nature is resilient and worth nurturing for future generations.In an era where environmental challenges loom large, solastalgia serves as a poignant reminder of the stakes involved. It is an invitation to cherish our homes, to advocate for their protection and to cultivate a deep-rooted sense of responsibility for the world we inhabit. As we confront the realities of a changing climate, may we find solace not only in our memories but also in our collective capacity to create a thriving future for both people and the planet, in a harmonious balance that nurtures the vibrant tapestry of life.This is an opinion article; the views expressed by the author are not necessarily those of Scientific American.

OpinionNovember 13, 20245 min readThe Mathematical Mind Offers Neuroscientists a Master Class in ConcentrationExpertise bulks up the brains ability to think deeply, a skill that may generalize across tasksBy Hanna Poikonen Malte Mueller/Getty ImagesThink of the last time you concentrated deeply to solve a challenging problem. To solve a math puzzle or determine a chess move, for example, you might have had to screen through multiple strategies and approaches. But little by little, the conundrum would have come into focus. Numbers and symbols may have fallen into place. It might have even felt, at some point, like your problem effortlessly resolved itself on the blackboard of your mind.In recent research, my colleagues and I set out to investigate the neural mechanisms underlying these experiences. Specifically, we wanted to understand what happens in the brain while a person engages in abstract and demanding thoughtso we designed a study involving math expertise.Mathematics relies on an ancient brain network located in the parietal regions at the top and center of the brains outer folded cortex. That network helps us process space, time and numbers. Past studies on neurocognition in mathematics have focused on brain activity while considering problems that take a few seconds to solve. These studies have helped illuminate brain activity that supports focused attention and a special form of recall called working memory, which helps people keep numbers and other details top of mind in the short term.On supporting science journalismIf you're enjoying this article, consider supporting our award-winning journalism by subscribing. By purchasing a subscription you are helping to ensure the future of impactful stories about the discoveries and ideas shaping our world today.But our study used longer, more complex math challenges that involve multiple steps to solve. These problems are more akin to the tricky puzzles that mathematicians must tackle regularly. We found that people with more experience in mathematics enter a special state of deep concentration when thinking about challenging math problems. Understanding that state could help scientists to someday understand the power of concentration more broadly, as well as the possible trade-offs of off-loading our problem-solving to our devices.For our experiment, we recruited 22 university studentsat both the graduate and undergraduate levelwho were in math and math-related programs, such as physics or engineering, along with 22 fellow students in disciplines with minimal to no quantitative emphasis, such as physiotherapy and arts. We determined each students verbal, spatial and numerical intelligence quotient (IQ), as well as their level of math anxiety.We asked the students to watch step-by-step presentations that explained how to solve several challenging math problemssuch as proving a Fibonacci identity. Throughout this demonstration, students wore a cap covered with electrodes so that we could noninvasively track electrical activity in their brain. After each presentation, they had to report whether they thought they had understood the demonstrations and how engaged they felt during this experience. We also encouraged the participants to watch the demos carefully by telling them that they would have to explain the problem afterward.We found that the students with greater math expertise showed markedly different brain activity than those with less. For example, the students whose coursework involved little mathematics showed more signs of complex activity in the prefrontal cortex, an area just behind the forehead that is engaged in all kinds of cognitive efforts. This finding may reflect how hard they were working to understand the various steps of the complex math demonstrations.But things really got interesting when we turned to students who engaged in quantitative thinking regularly. We noted significant activity that appeared to link the frontal and parietal regions of their brain. More specifically, these areas exhibited a pattern of activity that neuroscientists describe as delta waves. These are very slow waves of electrical activity that are typically associated with states such as deep sleep. Of course, these students were wide awake and deeply engagedso what was going on?Some recent research suggests that these sleepy slower delta waves may play a crucial role in the cognitive processing that supports deep internal concentration and information transfer between distant brain regions. For example, recent studies show that large-scale delta oscillation emerges among experienced meditators when they enter meditative states. One reason that meditation, mathematical problem-solving and sleep resemble one another might be that, in each case, the brain needs to suppress irrelevant external information and unneeded thoughts to really focus and concentrate on the task at hand. (Indeed, even sleep can be a busy time for the brain. Sleep research has revealed deep sleeps irreplaceable role in memory consolidation; slow-wave sleep retracts the neural patterns that were previously activated during a learning task.)In fact, we suspect that the long-distance delta oscillation we observed may play a central role whenever people are immersed in contextual and complex problem-solving. For instance, we have found that dancers and musicians show similar delta waves when watching dance or listening to music. This suggests engaging brain networks in this way could be useful for many tasks involving concentration. Its likely that when people who have extensive experience in a task are deeply engaged in that effort, these same slow delta waves are involved, even as the specific brain networks vary. Its also possiblethough well need to investigate further to be surethat this state of deep concentration is generalizable: develop this way of thinking in one domain, whether its tackling trigonometry or playing the violin, and it could help you in others.Though our experiments involved students and not, say, champion mathematicians or Nobel laureates, the differences in brain activity that we observed are still a testament to the power of practice in expertise. Our student participants did not significantly differ in their IQ or level of math anxiety, for example. Rather repetition and deliberate or intentional study helped some of these graduate and undergraduate students become more efficient masters of quantitative thinking.By the same logic, these findings hint at a trade-off that people should keep in mindparticularly as artificial intelligence and other tools offer tantalizing shortcuts for various forms of problem-solving. Each time we off-load a problem to a calculator or ask ChatGPT to summarize an essay, we are losing an opportunity to improve our own skills and practice deep concentration for ourselves. To be clear, technologies can boost our efficiency in important ways, but the seemingly inefficient hard work we do can be powerful, too.When I consider how frenetically we switch between tasks and how eagerly we externalize creativity and complex problem-solving to artificial intelligence in our high-speed society, I personally am left with a question: What happens to our human ability to solve complex problems in the future if we teach ourselves not to use deep concentration? After all, we may need that mode of thought more than ever today to solve increasingly complex technological, environmental and political problems.Are you a scientist who specializes in neuroscience, cognitive science or psychology? And have you read a recent peer-reviewed paper that you would like to write about for Mind Matters? Please send suggestions to Scientific Americans Mind Matters editor Daisy Yuhas at dyuhas@sciam.com.This is an opinion and analysis article, and the views expressed by the author or authors are not necessarily those of Scientific American.

Blizzard's Warcraft 1 & 2 remasters are official and out now on PCPlus, Warcraft 3: Reforged gets 2.0 update.Image credit: Blizzard Entertainment News by Matt Wales News Reporter Published on Nov. 13, 2024 Almost exactly eight years since Blizzard said it wasn't planning to remaster Warcraft 1 & 2 because they're "just not that fun any more", the studio has announced it's doing just that - and both spruce-ups are available today as part of Warcraft's 30th anniversary celebrations.The original Warcraft helped catapult Blizzard into the big leagues when it launched back in 1994, with Warcraft 2 quickly emerging to sate its growing fanbase the following year. And the studio's newly announced remasters promise a range of enhancements to the games' classic real-time strategy action, starting with new hand-drawn visuals - said to capture the originals' art style - which can be toggled on and off in real-time.As for Warcraft 1 specifically, Blizzard has added "modern controls", including right-click move, bounding box select, and a faster game speed. That's on top of the UI and UX improvements - including tool tips, health bars, mission select screens, and increased unit select - that've been implemented across both titles. Additionally, Warcraft 2 Remastered retains the original's multiplayer, and all legacy custom maps are fully compatible and playable in the new version.Warcraft Remastered Battle Chest trailer.Watch on YouTubeWarcraft 1 Remastered and Warcraft 2 Remastered are available for PC via Battle.net right now (there's no word on whether they might eventually show up on other stores), costing $9.99 and $14.99 respectively. Additionally, there's a Battle Chest bundle, priced at $39.99, featuring the new remasters and Blizzard's much-maligned Warcraft 3: Reforged. Despite the latter's terrible launch reception, Blizzard has continued to improve the title since its arrival in 2020, with today bringing a new 2.0 update for all players. This includes overhauled environments and lighting, a revamped UI, up-rezzed HD versions of all classic Warcraft assets, plus a range of quality of life improvements - in-game hockey customisation and revamped ladder were mentioned - and "much, much more".

Pokmon TCG Pocket pack picking mechanics all an illusion, fan suggestsPeek at you.Image credit: The Pokmon Company News by Tom Phillips Editor-in-Chief Published on Nov. 13, 2024 Fans believe that whatever you pick in Pokmon TCG Pocket's pack opening carousel, you'll get the same cards regardless.That's right: carefully choosing the booster pack you want to open from the game's carousel doesn't matter. Whether you're looking for a bent corner, crossing your fingers or dropping lots of real-world money on the game versus playing for free, the cards are all the same - and actually pre-determined. Choice is an illusion! Where's the evidence? Well, YouTuber Rustywolf has come up with this convincing video where he shows a script he's authored that sniffs data packets sent by Pokmon TCG Pocket to the game's servers. Behind the scenes, you can see that pack opening data is determined as soon as a pack is purchased, before the user picks the on-screen booster they want to open or sees any of its cards. The video below shows this all in action, with card IDs received from the game's server and able to be cross-referenced with the game's card database - revealing the cards you'll get whatever pack you pick before you've even picked it.Pokmon TCG Pocket booster pack opening mechanics explained.Watch on YouTubeEurogamer previously reported on the various Pokmon TCG Pocket conspiracy theories being passed around the game's playerbase for how to "hack" or "glitch" the game to get better cards.Pokmon TCG Pocket looks to be off to a great start, with $12m earned over the game's first four days and more than 30m downloads after a week. Looking to get ahead of the game's first expansion, expected in January? Here's our Pokmon TCG Pocket tier list for the best Pokmon cards, Trainer cards, rental decks and decks.

You can trust VideoGamer. Our team of gaming experts spend hours testing and reviewing the latest games, to ensure you're reading the most comprehensive guide possible. Rest assured, all imagery and advice is unique and original. Check out how we test and review games hereXbox has made huge moves and changes within the video games industry. Theyve recently brought the newest Call of Duty to Xbox Game Pass as a day one release, and this year they started bringing Xbox console exclusives to PS5 with even more planned and confirmed for the future. Now, in another exciting development, Phil Spencer has briefly discussed plans for an Xbox handheld that is a few years out. In recent Microsoft news, Death Stranding surprisingly dropped on Xbox, and this led to the revelation that Hideo Kojima now has full ownership of the IP. This means Death Stranding 2 will probably come to Xbox, too, but it may not happen from day one of its launch. In addition to the surprise arrival of Death Stranding, Halo Studios has said never say never about Master Chief Collection mods on Xbox consoles. Microsoft has a lot of big plans for the future of Xbox from bringing their console exclusives to PlayStation to the inevitable next-gen machine speculated for 2028. However, while another console is exciting, so too are plans for a handheld. Phil Spencer discusses plans for Xbox handheld Bloomberg has posted an interview they conducted with Microsofts Gaming Chief, Phil Spencer. During the interview, Spencer discussed many different topics such as expanding Xbox on mobile and bringing more Xbox console exclusives to PlayStation and Nintendo Switch. While speaking to Bloomberg, Phil Spencer also briefly discussed plans for a handheld gaming device. He admitted the expectation is that we would do something in that category, and, right now, Microsoft is working on prototypes. Microsoft is currently looking at the market and developing its vision based on what they learn. Seeing as its still in the concept stage, Such a device is a few years out from becoming reality. In regard to hardware, Spencer said Longer term, I love us building devices. He also said I think our team could do some real innovative work, but we want to be informed by learning and whats happening now. The competition in the handheld market is the Steam Deck and the eventual release of the Nintendo Switch 2. The Nintendo Switch 2 is expected to drop in 2025, meanwhile, there are no official plans for Sony to release a PS Vita 2. In other Xbox news, Indiana Jones and The Great Circle is coming to PS5 next year. Related TopicsXbox Subscribe to our newsletters!By subscribing, you agree to our Privacy Policy and may receive occasional deal communications; you can unsubscribe anytime.Share

You can trust VideoGamer. Our team of gaming experts spend hours testing and reviewing the latest games, to ensure you're reading the most comprehensive guide possible. Rest assured, all imagery and advice is unique and original. Check out how we test and review games hereArrowhead has a lot of plans for the future of Helldivers 2. Right now were all anticipating the DSS and the eventual arrival of the Illuminate, but there is even more players are looking forward to such as new weapons and items. While nothing is guaranteed, a Helldivers 2 leak has shown off a mysterious new weapon that could possibly come to HD2 soon. As for what we know about the future of HD2, Arrowhead has confirmed they are fixing the games most divisive feature, and they are also looking to revamp the jet pack. In addition, the developer has explained why vote-to-kick will probably not be introduced despite fan feedback, and leaks continue to surface about the Illuminate before their arrival. While we cannot wait for the Illuminate to make their debut as the games third faction, there are other interesting Helldivers 2 leaks online involving weapons. Helldivers 2 leak shows Kalashnikov style rifleHelldivers 2 leaker, Iron_S1ghts, has shown an image of a new gun that could be coming to HD2. It is referred to as a Kalashnikov style rifle. According to Iron_S1ghts, Not much is known about the weapon, just the model. From their point-of-view, the weapon is reminiscent of the AK-19 as the barrel and handguard are very similar. Image credit: @Iron_S1ghts on XUnfortunately, theres no details about the weapons stats or how it functions. In the replies, some comments have said it Looks like the sniper from the first game, meanwhile, others have said Its almost like howa battle rifle. Its unclear if this weapon will be introduced to Helldivers 2 as not all datamined content will materialize. Assuming it does get introduced, one way is through a Premium Warbond. In addition to this Kalashnikov style rifle, other leaks have shown old Dune armor and weapons for a Premium Warbond, too. For more Helldivers 2, check out our guide to thebest warbonds ranked, along with thebest stratagemsandbest throwables. We also have a guide to thebest weapons, and, if youre coming back to HD2 for the first time in a long while, we have a bunch oftips and tricksto help you get reaccustomed to the battlefield.Helldivers 2Platform(s):PC, PlayStation 5Genre(s):Action, Shooter, Third Person8VideoGamerRelated TopicsHelldivers 2 Subscribe to our newsletters!By subscribing, you agree to our Privacy Policy and may receive occasional deal communications; you can unsubscribe anytime.Share

Consider this a PSA: The best candles on Amazon include, in our opinion, some of the best candles out there, period. While you may consider the retailer a go-to for home tech, kitchen appliances, and furniture finds, Amazons robust scented candle inventory rivals that of some of our favorite department stores. Think brands like Voluspa, Malin & Goetz, Nest, Boy Smells, and more, all available with free and speedy shipping (for the low, low cost of a Prime membership of course).And with the holidays right around the corner, keep in mind that a sweet-smelling scented candle gift makes a lovely present for just about anyone on your listfrom a coworker to your votive-loving mom. (Though they also make perfect birthday gifts, anniversary presents, or even a nice treat for yourself.) Since we know shopping on Amazon can feel like a retail vortex, weve gone ahead and rounded up the most desirable votives to add to your collection (or restock on)including jar candles, giftable candle sets, and even some fun taper options for your next dinner soire.Nest Fragrances Bamboo Votive CandleNests candle mix includes jasmine, pumpkin chai, bamboo and so many more scent profiles. Along with a proprietary wax, the candles are designed with lead-free cotton wicks for an elevated burning experience and optimal fragrance diffusion. We also recommend checking out the brands essential oil reed diffusers should you be feeling adventurous with your home fragrances.D.S. & Durga Big Sur After Rain CandleBring a coastal vibe wherever you may be with this best seller from D.S. & Durga that fuses eucalyptus, magnolia, and damp wood notes to create a scent that feels like sunshine after a rainstorm.Malin+Goetz Sage CandleWe think Malin + Goetzs sage-scented candle makes a particularly nice housewarming gift for the friend that believes in space cleansing. Though we wouldnt sleep on the other scents like leather, bergamot, or tomatoall which are made of a vegan veggie wax blend and include 60 hours of burn time.Apotheke Hinoki Lavender Luxury Scented CandleApothekes hand-poured soy candles are some of our favorites. Unlike competitors, the brand uses 1518% fragrance oils (over three times the amount found in typical scented candles). This scent packs a floral-filled punch with an aromatic mix of cypress, lavender, and lotus flower.Boy Smells x Kacey Musgraves Slow Burn Scented CandleWere also particularly fond of this scent from AD Open Door alum Kacey Musgraves and Los Angelesbased Boy Smells. This coconut wax-blend mixture of incense, black pepper and guaiac wood will really set the mood. (Plus, with a 50 hour burn time it really will be a slow burn.) This candle collaboration also ranks in senior digital design editor Sydney Gore's top three of all time. The scent notes are a superior blend of smoky and spicy that will transport you to another dimension where the vibe is always sexy, she says.P.F. Candle Co. Teakwood and Tobacco Soy CandleDont let the rustic-looking glass jar packaging fool youP.F Candle Co. makes very sophisticated scents. One of the brands most popular options, this classic Teakwood & Tobacco candle is a sultry mix of leather, teak, and orange.Brooklyn Candle Studio Santorini Double Wick CandleMade in New York, the understated design of Brooklyn Candle Studios natural soy wax candles wont clash with your home decor, and will send you to a far-flung dream destination, like Santorini.Seda France Japanese Quince CandleWeve long heard that this candle from Seda is a dead ringer for Diptyques Baies (minus the Diptyque price tag). And whats lovely is it already comes in a very giftable box, meaning you can skip the wrapping paper.Voluspa Blond Tabac Jar CandleIf you prefer unique wood scents, Voluspas Blong Tabac is a mix of perique tabac, vanilla husk, sandalwood. Like a few other brands on this list, you can opt for Amazons Subscribe & Save option that will automatically save you up to 5% on auto deliveries when you buy in bulk.Yankee Candle Balsam & Cedar Jar CandleWhile theres lots of upsides to investing in an artificial Christmas tree, you definitely miss out on the smell of fresh pine. Thankfully, this candle from Yankee Candle will help recreate the experience.Homesick New York Scented CandleNext up on our list of the best candles on Amazon, Homesick makes bespoke scents inspired by every state across the USA. We think its a great gift idea for a college student whos studying away from home or even a pal whos been living abroad.Otherland Cardamom Milk CandleWhen we think of fall candles, Otherlands Cardamom Milk candle comes to mind. Like its name would suggest, the soothing scent is the perfect morning scent to accompany a comforting drink and a breakfast pastry.Molton Brown Re-Charge Black Pepper CandleIf theyre already a fan of Molton Browns superior skin- and body-care products, theyll definitely appreciate this long-lasting candle from the brand thats pepper-based with a hint of vetiver and coriander.La Jolie Muse Cedarwood CandleTheres some products you just buy for the packaging, and this charming tin candle is one of them. We like that it comes with a discreet lid to disguise its true intention and its sweet caramel and sandalwood scent.LAFCO New York Fresh Cut Gardenia CandleLafcos candle will have you feeling like you just fell into a field of fresh gardenias. The floral aroma is enhanced by supporting notes of fresh cedar, orange blossom, and ylang-ylang.Homecourt Luxury Scented CandleFrom Courtney Coxs home brand, this scent uses a space-cleansing blend of Chinese eucalyptus oil, spearmint, black tea, Texan white cedarwood, and dried Indian papyrus. Scent aside, theres even more to love, according to AD PRO editor Mel Studach. "The soy-wax blend candles kiln-fired ceramic canister has a naturally coarse exterior, an artisanal texture that plays as nice against glossy marble countertops.Chesapeake Bay Candle Cashmere Jasmine CandleHeres another lavender candle you can add to their collection of aromatherapy scents. This one from Chesapeake Bay is also available in a larger size for anyone looking for a long burning option.Paddywax Checkmate Rose + Santal CandleCandles that come in a really nice holderlike this checkerboard design from Paddywaxmake great gifts for anyone that loves to reuse their jars. With a delightful rose and santal scent, the real treat will come after the candles burned down and you can add the vessel to your mug rotation. Plus, theyd look great under a Christmas tree. I received this scent a while back and its a really fresh aroma that's not too overpowering, says commerce editor Audrey Lee. I of course also kept the jar, it makes a great mug after youve burned through the candle!Lulu Candles Fresh Linen Soy Jar CandleFor under $20, you can have your home smelling like freshly washed laundry all the time. This particular candle boasts over 2,000 positive reviews, which makes it a safe bet in our book.Kobo Candles Portuguese Olive Blossom Soy CandlePart of the fun of Kobos candles is the fun packaging thats unique to each scent. With a black-and-white polka dot canister, this Mediterranean-inspired candle diffuses a bright olive blend with undertones of eucalyptus, lily, and patchouli.LPUSA Colored Spiral Taper Candles (Set of 12)These whimsical taper candles remind us a bit of oversized birthday candles. For under $20 you get a set of 12, so wed categorize this deal under especially good buys.

The Jacksons former living room.Photo: Mary E. NicholsThe woodwork was stained, and walls were knocked down to expand a few rooms inside the house. Outside, Jacksonan avid golferhad a putting green put in where a swimming pool once lived. I get up early in the morning and go out and play golf, Jackson told AD, adding that when he usually arrived home by 10:30 p.m., he liked to settle in. Im in the screening room watching a movie or outside hitting balls on the green.Hayes put finishing touches on the estate, which featured antiques, family heirlooms, and African artwork by acclaimed painters including Jacob Lawrence and Samuel Akainyah, as well as a portrait by their daughter, Zoe. The house speaks for LaTanya and Sam as a total spirit, said Hayes. What you see is exactly who they are. I approached the job almost as an artist would approach a collage. You have all these collections, and your job is to place them on the canvas with a sense of balance and rhythm.The Jacksons listed the home for $2.8 million in 2001, and it sold the following year for $1.95 million.Beverly Hills home purchased from Roseanne BarrJackson and his wife reportedly paid comedian and actor Roseanne Barr and her then husband Ben Thomas $8.35 million in 2000 for their Beverly Hills mansion. While not much is known about the estates interior, the Los Angeles Times reported it features nine bedrooms and 10 bathrooms with over 11,000 square feet of space, including a two-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bathroom guest house.

An overview of the VFX creation process for four shots in the documentary Dtroits, entre terre et mer, broadcast on Arte TV.Bmotion writes:This VFX project involved enhancing drone views of Gibraltar by replacing the sea with a lush, vegetated landscape, recreating the environment during the Messinian salinity crisis when the Mediterranean dried up. This historical reconstruction aimed to reinforce visual realism and immerse viewers in a fascinating era.This experience allowed me to refine the integration of 3D elements in a natural setting, with a special focus on managing detailed forests composed of various tree species and low vegetation.A big thank you to XD Production for their trust and support throughout this project.