This is an edition of Up for Debate, a newsletter by Conor Friedersdorf. On Wednesdays, he rounds up timely conversations and solicits reader responses to one thought-provoking question. Later, he publishes some thoughtful replies. Sign up for the newsletter here.Question of the WeekWhat is the best way forward for Americans who want to improve policing and the criminal-justice system?Send your responses to conor@theatlantic.com or simply reply to this email.Conversations of NoteEarlier this month, a Black man named Keenan Darnell Anderson died at a Southern California hospital hours after he was repeatedly Tasered by LAPD officers as they attempted to arrest him following a traffic accident. In video footage where he alternately seems to be asking for help and confusedly resisting...
I have tons of shirts at home that I no longer use. But the problem is I don’t want to throw them out as they hold sentimental value. Some are given by loved ones while others are souvenirs from different countries that I already visited. I decided to repurpose them instead of just storing them in my closet. Also, I want to be able to see them regularly and remind myself of the good memories. Good thing I saw this video of making a wool quilt from old t-shirts by Master Hands and was instantly delighted as this is the perfect project to do with old clothes. It was so easy and quick to make – mine turned out so...
Hey mama! Are you looking for different ways to grow your income? Having a little extra cash in your wallet is great, but finding the time to make extra money can be a challenge. Amiright mama? That’s why money-making apps are a simple and quick way for you to earn money and grow your income. You can get paid to do things like take surveys, play games, or sell items. Some will even help you start a side hustle you can evolve into a legit business! I love the idea of money-making apps because, as busy moms, you can take a quick moment or two out of your day to complete a task and earn money. If you’re looking for...
Planning a trip to the Maldives or a Maldives honeymoon? Here’s your ultimate Maldives travel guide for the best hotels in the Maldives, best places to see in the Maldives, things to do in the Maldives and all your Maldives travel questions, answered! ——————————- THE MALDIVES. Doesn’t just seeing its dreamy name give you the travel bug? I think the Maldives may be the buzziest destination around the world right now. And it’s not hard to see why. It’s a country that’s 99% water and only 1% land, made up of 1200 islands (only 200 of which are inhabited), and many thriving coral reefs. The ocean is a brighter turquoise blue than anywhere in the world, and the overwater resorts...
Clothing may be the most important thing in surviving the winter, and Valeria Lipovetsky on Youtube just got the right hacks for you. These eleven genius clothing tips will surely help you survive the harsh climate brought by the wintertime. Watch the video below to learn these and share them with your loved ones. #1 Layer Your Outerwear You can layer a thin puffer or a blazer underneath an overcoat. You can play with different patterns or colors into it and make it fun. Image credits: Valeria Lipovetsky via Youtube #2 Eliminate Static The easiest way to eliminate any static that is accessible to everybody is to take a dryer sheet and go through your hair with it. You can...
