• Tbilisi is the capital city of Georgia, at the crossroads between Europe and Asia.
• A mix of art, culinary, and wellness offerings make it the perfect location for a team retreat.
• Activities can include sampling Georgian dumplings, taking a traditional Georgian bath, and tasting the local wine.
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Tbilisi is not the first place you'd think of for a team retreat, but the capital city of Georgia's fairy-tale architecture, artsy vibe, and symbolic position at the crossroads between Asia and Europe make it the perfect place to  connect and relax with your colleagues.

Founded in the fifth century, Tbilisi is home to a culturally diverse population of about 1.5 million. Here, you'll find a stunning mix of medieval, Byzantine, Neoclassical, Beaux Arts, Art Nouveau, Soviet, and modern architecture as you wander the streets on foot or gaze down at them from a cable car.

When booking your stay, look no further than the Sheraton Grand Tbilisi Metechi Palace. This 5-star property with 220 stylishly decorated rooms, a rooftop restaurant, large ballroom, and meeting facilities is ideal for holding business meetings or meet and greets — and providing a good place to rest and recharge.

Here are some team-friendly activities to try in this thriving historic city.

Learn how to eat khinkali.

Georgian food is a savory, hearty delight, and there's nothing more Georgian than khinkali. Dine with a group and learn the etiquette for eating these meat-filled mushroom-shaped soup dumplings: Use your hand – not utensils! – to grasp them by the twisted stem and turn them upside down. Then dust with pepper, nibble the pillowy cap to slurp out the tasty juice inside, and finally eat the whole thing, except for the tough doughy stem.

Hone your khinkali-eating skills at the lively Sormoni. This restaurant is wonderful for groups, offering traditional Georgian hospitality, live music, and a charming outdoor garden featuring a grill and twittering parakeets. Try other delectable dishes, including homemade cheese, a cheesy bread called khachapuri, and a bean-stuffed bread called lobiani — all classics.

Sample Georgian wine.

Georgian wines aren't as well known as French or Italian wines, but their history dates back 8,000 years. Learn the delicious story behind Georgian wine at 8000 Vintages, a wine bar and shop that holds blind tastings to select its stock. Its weekly wine appreciation classes are great for groups, and the sampling sessions will inspire your team to mingle and bond.

Georgian white wine has a dark amber hue and it is traditionally fermented in a clay vessel called a kvevri, while Georgian reds tend to be bold and dramatic. Trust your sommelier, or simply try them all, but don't forget to say "Gaumarjos!" when you toast.

Unwind with a hot bath.

Legend says that Tbilisi was founded when King Vakhtang Gorgasali's falcon died after diving into one of the region's many sulfuric hot springs. It makes sense then that bath culture is an integral part of Georgian life. A spa day is a must when your team is ready to hit the reset button. After all, the team that soaks stays together.

One option is the Sheraton Grand Tbilisi Metechi Palace's Spa P'Auza for pedicures, manicures, massages, plunge pools, and steam rooms in an opulent setting. For a more authentic Georgian experience, the swimsuit-optional sulfuric baths in Old Tbilisi's ancient Abanotubani district are undoubtedly the most traditional (and stinkiest).

Explore Old Tbilisi.

The Rose Revolution of 2003 launched Georgia's post-Soviet era, and since then Tbilisi has looked to the future. A walking tour of Old Tbilisi, however, is an excellent way to discover its past.

Exploring a new neighborhood — especially when English isn't the primary language —is a good way for teams to use critical thinking and work together. Your team will be charmed by Old Tbilisi's skewed lanes, lush courtyards, and charming pastel-colored wooden houses with lattice-worked balconies. Old Tbilisi's mosque-like bathhouses and cute cafés are likewise nice team photo opportunities. 

Enjoy Tbilisi's majestic hilltop views by catching the Aerial Tramway at Rike Park (just across the Mtkvari River from Old Tbilisi) or, to get those steps in, follow Old Tbilisi's Betlemi Street straight up to the Narikala Fortress on Mount Mtatsminda. Coast back down via aerial tram or zip line. The line connects the fortress to the 300-year-old National Botanical Gardens of Georgia, but the tram offers great views over Old Tbilisi. 

Book your stay at the Sheraton Grand Tbilisi Metechi Palace.

This post was created by Insider Studios with Sheraton Hotels.

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• Alexa works with the Samsung Galaxy S10 if you install the Alexa app from the Google Play Store.
• You can use Alexa by starting the Alexa app, or you can set Alexa as the default assistant that starts when you long press the Galaxy S10's Home button.
• When you set Alexa as your Galaxy S10's default assistant, you don't need to use the "Alexa" wake word. Just start the assistant and say your command. 
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Amazon's Alexa digital voice assistant, known for being the voice of the company's Echo smart speakers, isn't just on your kitchen counter — it's available for your Samsung Galaxy S10 as well. 

If you're a fan of the way Alexa works, you can install the Alexa app for your phone and either use it in addition to the built-in Google Assistant, or replace Google as the default assistant. 

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How Alexa works with your Samsung Galaxy S10

1. If you haven't already, install the Alexa app from the Google Play store.

2. Sign into Alexa using your Amazon account. 

3. To give Alexa a command, tap the ring-shaped button in the center bottom of the screen. You don't need to say Alexa's name as a wake word. You can just tap and give the command. 

If you simply want to have the option of using Alexa, you can just launch the Alexa app whenever you want to use it as a voice assistant. However, it's also possible to replace Google Assistant with Alexa as your phone's default assistant. 

How to set Alexa as the default assistant on a Galaxy S10

1. Start the Settings app and tap "Apps."

2. Tap the three vertical dots at the top right of the screen and then tap "Default apps" in the pop-up menu.

3. Tap "Device assistance app."

4. On the Device assistance app page, tap "Device assistance app" and then choose "Alexa." Confirm you want to make the change by tapping "OK."

After making this change, when you long press the Galaxy S10's Home button, Alexa will launch instead of Google Assistant. You don't need to say Alexa's name to wake it — just press the button.

Unfortunately, even if you set Alexa as the default assistant, you can't wake Alexa by name when the Alexa app isn't running — you need to start it with a long press on the Home button, or by opening its app. 

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• You can enable cookies on your Samsung Galaxy S10 in both the Google Chrome and Samsung Internet browsers, through each app's Settings menu.
• Cookies are small files on your phone which websites use for a variety of purposes, including tracking your preferences and keeping you logged in to accounts. 
• You also have the option to separately enable or disable third-party cookies, which are generally associated with ads on websites. 
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Cookies are small files that most websites store on your computer or phone. They typically contain information that helps personalize the web page for you — they keep you logged into your accounts, remember your location, save what you've put into your shopping cart, and more.

While some online privacy experts suggest disabling cookies, if you do that, the disadvantage is that you'll make your web browsing experience very inconvenient. 

If cookies on your Samsung Galaxy S10 are disabled, here's how to turn them back on in the Google Chrome mobile app, the Samsung Internet app, and from third-party providers.

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How to enable cookies on a Samsung Galaxy S10 in Google Chrome

1. Start the Chrome app.

2. Tap the three vertical dots in the top-right of the screen and, in the dropdown menu, tap "Settings."

3. Tap "Site settings."

4. Tap "Cookies."

5. Turn cookies on by swiping the button to the right.

Even if you enable cookies, you can optionally choose to disable third-party cookies by checking the "Block third-party cookies" box. 

Third-party cookies are usually associated with ads that are inserted into web pages, and blocking these cookies can enhance your privacy without adversely affecting your site preferences or browsing experience. 

How to enable cookies on a Samsung Galaxy S10 in the Samsung Internet browser

1. Start the Internet app.

2. Tap the three horizontal lines in the lower-right corner of the screen, and then tap "Settings" in the pop-up window. 

3. Tap "Privacy and security."

4. Tap "Accept cookies."

5. Turn cookies on by swiping the "On" button to the right. 

You can optionally choose to enable or disable third-party cookies by swiping the button for "Allow third-party cookies" to the right.

Again, third-party cookies are typically associated with web page ads. Blocking these cookies can enhance your privacy without adversely affecting your site preferences or browsing experience. 

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• Earlier this year, Amtrak announced an overhaul of many dining options on its long-distance services on the East Coast. 
• The biggest change was that custom-cooked, made-to-order meals would be going by the wayside in favor of read-to-serve options. 
• Even before the changes took effect, the backlash was quick and fierce from rail fans across the country. 
• I set out on a cross-country journey this week to see for myself what the new food was like, and found many of the passengers' worries were not only warranted, but completely correct. 

ABOARD AMTRAK'S LAKE SHORE LIMITED — The fact that airline veterans now make up a bulk of Amtrak's c-suite is on display perhaps nowhere more than in the agency's new, "contemporary" dining car offerings.

Beginning in October, many overnight trains east of the Mississippi River bid adieu to the traditional white tablecloths and custom-cooked meals that hearkened to an earlier age of rail travel. They were replaced by what is essentially airline food: microwaved, individual-sized meals, heated from frozen storage.

Amtrak's leadership, to their credit was up-front with passengers about the need for change: the company has a mandate from Congress to save money, especially in the dining cars. But a remark by Andrew Wilander, Amtrak's head of customer experience, in late September, rubbed riders the wrong way.

"We want to simplify the process," he told the Washington Post. "On the single-overnight, long-distance trains, we have a mandate from Congress to take the loss on the food down, and we're going to keep driving that down. The simplest way to do that is to go to a single food car and then have choice for customers."

The backlash was nearly instantaneous, with a petition to save the dining car's previous service racking up more than 13,000 signatures by the time of writing.

On Tuesday, I set out on a cross-country Amtrak trip of my own to find out why, among other things, the dining car was such a favorite of rail fans around the country. And it was clear when I first sat down why the changes had left a bad taste in some peoples' mouths.

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All meals are included when you book a "roomette" or bedroom on a long-distance Amtrak train.

From New York, from where I began my journey to the West Coast, these include the "Lake Shore Limited" to Chicago, which I am riding, the "Cardinal," which heads to Chicago via Washington DC, the "Capitol Limited," the " the "Crescent" to New Orleans," and a few others. 

There were more choices than on an airplane, but only barely.

The ticket also includes one complementary alcoholic beverage or soft drink.

After consulting my two table-mates, (due to limited space, community seating is encouraged), I went with the creole shrimp and sausage.

Hal, on his way home to Montana from Vermont, ordered the beef, while Peggy, a retired religious educator on her way to visit her son in California, had the chicken fettuccine.

"It's nothing like it used to be," she told me as we raced through the dark somewhere between Albany and Syracuse. They, too, had heard that Amtrak blamed the changes on millennials, and I took the chance to apologize profusely for yet another death caused by my generation.

The flavor was slightly above that of airplane food, though not being at 30,000 feet could have also affected my enjoyment for the better.

There's not much a splash of hot sauce and plenty of pepper can't fix, in my opinion, but slimy vegetables are not one of those things.=

"1-800-USA-RAIL!," the lone (and very busy) dining attendant quipped to an unsatisfied passenger. "I didn't make the changes."

After a nights' sleep, I had high hopes for breakfast. The menu claimed to feature fresh fruit, granola, and other continental items — and technically, it wasn't wrong.

I took a late breakfast, seeing as we were more than two hours late en route to Chicago, and was met again by microwaved food.

To be fair, I eat a banana and a granola bar most every morning, so even a reheated Jimmy Dean sausage egg and cheese sandwich is an improvement. But for nearly $900 a ticket, I could see why some of my fellow passengers were disappointed.

"Your next train will be better," Hal assured me as we ate our "specialty dessert" brownies and watched the lounge car empty for the night. At this rate, there's only upward mobility possible.

Next I'm headed on the Empire Builder, one of Amtrak's longest and most popular routes where I've been assured by my new traveling companions that the food is still what it once was. Stay tuned!

• In 2018, billionaires paid 23% of their income in federal, state, and local taxes, while the average American paid 28%.
• That's according to an analysis of tax data by the University of California at Berkeley's Emmanuel Saez and Gabriel Zucman for their upcoming book "The Triumph of Injustice."
• Between 1950 and 1980, billionaires paid more than 50% of their income in taxes each year, according to Saez and Zucman.
• Saez and Zucman, who also serve as advisers to Sen. Elizabeth Warren's presidential campaign, have proposed a moderate wealth tax as a solution to the US's growing wealth gap.
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In 2018, billionaires paid a smaller portion of their income in taxes than average Americans. That's the first time that has happened in history.

Billionaires paid 23% of their income in federal, state, and local taxes in 2018, according to an analysis of tax data by the University of California at Berkeley's Emmanuel Saez and Gabriel Zucman for their upcoming book "The Triumph of Injustice." The average American, meanwhile, paid 28%.

"The US tax system is a giant flat tax — except at the top, where it's regressive," Saez and Zucman wrote in "The Triumph of Injustice." "As a group, and although their individual situations are not all the same, the Trumps, the Zuckerbergs, and the Buffetts of this world pay lower taxes than the teachers and secretaries."

Payroll taxes and regressive sales taxes increase poorer Americans' overall tax burden, according to Saez and Zucman, while capital taxes that target investments typically held by the ultrawealthy have been scaled back since 1980. Between 1950 and 1980, billionaires paid more than 50% in taxes, Saez and Zucman found.

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The billionaire investor Warren Buffett wrote in The New York Times in 2011 that the percentage of his income that he pays in taxes has plummeted in recent decades, saying that he pays a lower tax rate than his secretary.

"Last year my federal tax bill — the income tax I paid, as well as payroll taxes paid by me and on my behalf — was $6,938,744," Buffet wrote in The Times. "That sounds like a lot of money. But what I paid was only 17.4 percent of my taxable income — and that's actually a lower percentage than was paid by any of the other 20 people in our office. Their tax burdens ranged from 33 percent to 41 percent and averaged 36 percent."

The wealth gap in America is widening, and even billionaires agree that the system that created their wealth is unsustainable

The top 1% of Americans own 40% of the country's wealth, Zucman wrote in a paper published by the National Bureau of Economic Research in February.

Several billionaires, including JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon and Bridgewater Associates founder Ray Dalio, have said the current levels of inequality are unsustainable, Business Insider previously reported.

Income inequality is at the highest level ever recorded, the US Census Bureau said in September. Real median household income grew 0.8%, to $61,937, in 2018, the smallest increase in three years, according to the Census Bureau. The majority of the US economy's growth over the past decade has gone to the wealthy and the owners of financial instruments, Timothy Smeeding, a professor at the University of Wisconsin at Madison who studies poverty and economic mobility, previously told Business Insider.

Saez and Zucman have proposed a moderate wealth tax as a solution to the US's growing wealth gap

Saez and Zucman also serve as advisers to Sen. Elizabeth Warren's presidential campaign. One of the most frequently cited wealth-tax proposals, Warren's "Ultra-Millionaire Tax," calls for a 2% annual tax on households with a net worth between $50 million and $1 billion and a 3% annual tax on households with a net worth over $1 billion.

The idea has support from ultrawealthy and ordinary Americans alike: An Insider poll showed that more than half of the Americans surveyed support Warren's wealth-tax proposal. Saez and Zucman found in a study published by the Brookings Papers on Economic Activity that if a moderate wealth tax had been introduced in 1982, Jeff Bezos' fortune would be half what it was in 2018. Bill Gates, meanwhile, would be $61 billion less rich.

Fellow presidential hopeful Bernie Sanders unveiled a wealth tax that's even more aggressive than Warren's, telling The New York Times in September that "I don't think that billionaires should exist."

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Such proposals have been hampered by questions over the effectiveness and the constitutionality of such taxes, Business Insider previously reported.

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• Halloween is only a few weeks away, so people are deciding on and buying their costumes.
• Some icons, like Steve Jobs, are enduringly popular Halloween costumes.
• Google published a list of the top 500 Halloween costumes for 2019, based on Google Trends.
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Google recently published "Freightgeist," a list of the top 500 Halloween costumes based on Google Trends. Using the tool, you can look at the top costumes nationally, or by state. It also tells you which cities a particular costume is trending in, which is useful if you don't want to share the spotlight with anyone else on October 31.

You can find Halloween costumes of almost anything, from a sexy "Beyond Burger" to the college admissions scandal. Famous (and infamous) tech founders like Steve Jobs and Elizabeth Holmes are also sure to show up, especially because of their recognizable, minimalist styles, although they didn't make this list. 

Check out the 10 most popular tech Halloween costumes, according to Google, below:

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Fortnite ranked #7 nationally, so there's a good chance you'll see someone in a costume inspired by the game.

Video games are popular this year, with Minecraft as #47.

Pikachu is a moderately popular choice, at #62

Dressing as a VSCO girl, #74, is easy, you just need a scrunchie and a HydroFlask (Sksksks).

Naruto comes in at #106

Mario finishes at #117, compared to Luigi's #164, but they make a great couples costume.

#180, a robot costume, can be high-tech or homemade.

After storming Area 51, you can dress up as it, the #218 most popular national costume.

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Emojis are choice #236, and there are so many possibilities.

Finally, at #252, your chances of running into another Pac-Man are slim.

• At least 25 women have accused President Donald Trump of sexual misconduct since the 1970s.
• Renewed attention has been brought to the allegations amid the #MeToo movement and a national conversation concerning sexual misconduct.
• Trump has repeatedly denied the accusations, denouncing his accusers as "liars."
• In June 2019, columnist E. Jean Carroll accused President Donald Trump of sexually assaulting her in a Bergdorf Goodman dressing room the mid-1990s.
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As a national conversation on sexual misconduct is gripping the country from Hollywood to Capitol Hill, some renewed attention has been focused on the sexual misconduct allegations that at least 25 women have made against Trump since the 1970s.

A deluge of women made their accusations public following the October 2016 release of the "Access Hollywood" tape, in which Trump was recorded boasting about grabbing women's genitals in 2005. Some others made their stories public months before the tape's release, and still others came forward in the months following.

Trump has broadly dismissed the allegations, which include ogling, harassment, groping, and rape, as "fabricated" and politically motivated accounts pushed by the media and his political opponents. He promised to sue all of his accusers during the 2016 election. In some cases, Trump and his lawyer have suggested that he didn't engage in alleged behavior with certain women because they weren't attractive enough for him to be interested in.

"Every woman lied when they came forward to hurt my campaign," the Republican nominee said during a 2016 rally. "Total fabrication. The events never happened. Never. All of these liars will be sued after the election is over."

The president said these "false allegations" against him were made by "women who got paid a lot of money to make up stories about me." And then alleged that the "mainstream media" refused to report on evidence that the accusations were made up. 

Trump has not yet made good on his promise to sue any of the women — although two women have sued him – and the White House says that Trump's election proves the American people don't consider the allegations disqualifying.

"The people of this country, at a decisive election, supported President Trump, and we feel like these allegations have been answered through that process," White House press secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders told reporters in December 2017, after several of the president's accusers appeared on national television to rehash their allegations.

But despite Trump's denials, 50% of voters — 59% of women and 41% of men — surveyed in a December 2017 Quinnipiac poll released think the president should resign as a result of the sexual misconduct allegations against him. Several Democratic lawmakers have recently called on Trump to resign over the accusations.

One accuser, Samantha Holvey, who out again last year about her experience with Trump as a Miss USA pageant contestant, said that while his election was painful, she and others see the #MeToo movement as an opportunity to "try round two."

"We're private citizens, and for us to put ourselves out there to try and show America who this man is and especially how he views women, and for them to say 'meh, we don't care' — it hurts," Holvey said on NBC News' "Megyn Kelly Today" in December 2017. "And so now it's just like, all right, let's try round two. The environment's different. Let's try again."

Here are all of the allegations — in chronological order — made by 25 named women:

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Jessica Leeds

Allegations:

Jessica Leeds told the New York Times in October 2016 that Trump reached his hand up her skirt and groped her while seated next to her on a flight in the late 1970s.

"He was like an octopus. His hands were everywhere," Leeds said, adding that she fled to the back of the plane.

During an interview on NBC News' "Megyn Kelly Today" in December, Leeds added that she was at a gala in New York three years after the incident on the plane when she ran into Trump, who recognized her and called her a c---.

"He called me the worst name ever," she said. "It was shocking. It was like a bucket of cold water being thrown over me."

Trump's response: 

Trump denied the allegations and during a rally in October 2016, suggested that Leeds wasn't attractive enough for him to assault.

"People that are willing to say, 'Oh, I was with Donald Trump in 1980, I was sitting with him on an airplane, and he went after me,'" Trump said. "Believe me, she would not be my first choice."

Ivana Trump

Allegations:

In a 1990 divorce deposition, Trump's first wife and the mother of his three eldest children Ivana Trump accused her then-husband of raping her in a fit of rage in 1989.

Ivana said Trump attacked her after he underwent a painful "scalp reduction" procedure done by a doctor she had recommended, tearing her clothes and yanking out a chunk of her hair.

"Then he jams his penis inside her for the first time in more than 16 months. Ivana is terrified … It is a violent assault," Harry Hurt III, who obtained a copy of the deposition, wrote in a 1993 book about Trump. "According to versions she repeats to some of her closest confidantes, 'he raped me.'"

Ivana later slightly altered her allegation, saying that while she felt "violated" on that occasion, she hadn't accused Trump of raping her "in a literal or criminal sense."

"[O]n one occasion during 1989, Mr. Trump and I had marital relations in which he behaved very differently toward me than he had during our marriage," Ivana wrote in a 1993 statement. "As a woman, I felt violated, as the love and tenderness, which he normally exhibited towards me, was absent. I referred to this as a 'rape,' but I do not want my words to be interpreted in a literal or criminal sense."

Ivana is mother to Donald Jr., Eric, and Ivanka Trump.

Trump's response:

Trump called Hurt's description of Ivana's allegation "obviously false" in 1993, according to Newsday. Trump's lawyer, Michael Cohen, argued in 2015 that his client could not have raped Ivana because "you cannot rape your spouse."

"There's very clear case law," he said.

Cohen later recanted, saying his comment was "inarticulate."

Kristin Anderson

Allegations:

Kristin Anderson, a photographer and former model said Trump reached under her skirt and touched her vagina through her underwear at a New York City nightclub in the early 1990s.

Anderson, then in her early 20s, said she wasn't talking with Trump at the time and didn't realize he was sitting next to her when he groped her without her consent.

"So, the person on my right who, unbeknownst to me at that time was Donald Trump, put their hand up my skirt. He did touch my vagina through my underwear, absolutely. And as I pushed the hand away and I got up and I turned around and I see these eyebrows, very distinct eyebrows, of Donald Trump," she told The Washington Post in October 2016.

Anderson said she and her friends, who were talking together around a table at the time of the incident, were "very grossed out and weirded out," but thought "Okay, Donald is gross. We all know he's gross. Let's just move on."

Trump's response:

"Mr. Trump strongly denies this phony allegation by someone looking to get some free publicity," Hope Hicks, the president's then-spokeswoman and current White House communications director, told the Post in October 2016. "It is totally ridiculous."

Jill Harth

Allegations:

Jill Harth, a businesswoman who worked with Trump in the 1990s, told the Guardian in July 2016 that Trump pushed her against a wall, put his hand up her skirt, and tried to kiss her at a dinner at his Mar-a-Lago resort in the early 1990s.

"He was relentless," she told the New York Times. "I didn't know how to handle it. I would go away from him and say I have to go to the restroom. It was the escape route."

Harth sued Trump in 1997 both for sexual harassment and for failing to uphold his end of a business deal with Harth and her then-partner.

Trump's response: 

Hicks responded to the Times' reporting, denying Harth's allegations wholesale.

"Mr. Trump denies each and every statement made by Ms. Harth," she said.

Lisa Boyne

Allegations:

Lisa Boyne, a health food business entrepreneur, told HuffPost in October 2016 that she attended a 1996 dinner with Trump and modeling agent John Casablancas during which several other women in attendance were forced to walk across a table in order to leave.

As the women walked on the table, Boyne says that Trump looked up their skirts and commented on their underwear and genitals. Trump allegedly asked Boyne for her opinion on which of the women he should sleep with.

Boyne joined Jessica Leeds, Samantha Holvey, Rachel Crooks — three others who have accused Trump of sexual misconduct — in calling on Congress to investigate Trump in December.

Trump's response:

Hicks denied Boyne's allegations. "Mr. Trump never heard of this woman and would never do that," she told HuffPost.

Mariah Billado and Victoria Hughes

Allegations:

Two Miss Teen USA contestants told BuzzFeed News in October 2016 that Trump walked in on them while they were changing in their dressing rooms.

"I remember putting on my dress really quick because I was like, 'Oh my god, there's a man in here,'" Mariah Billado, who represented Vermont in 1997, told BuzzFeed. Billado added that Trump said something along the lines of, "Don't worry, ladies, I've seen it all before."

Victoria Hughes, a former Miss New Mexico, said Trump first introduced himself to the teenage contestants when he unexpectedly walked into their dressing room.

"It was certainly the most inappropriate time to meet us all for the first time," she told BuzzFeed.

Trump's response:

Trump appeared to admit to this behavior when he boasted in an April 2005 interview with radio host Howard Stern that he regularly walked into contestants' dressing rooms on the beauty pageants he owned while women were unclothed.

"I'll go backstage before a show and everyone's getting dressed and ready and everything else. And you know, no men are anywhere. And I’m allowed to go in because I’m the owner of the pageant," he said. "You know they're standing there with no clothes. And you see these incredible-looking women. And so I sort of get away with things like that."

In October 2016, the Trump campaign called the allegations politically motivated lies. 

"These accusations have no merit and have already been disproven by many other individuals who were present," the campaign said in a statement. "When you see questionable attacks like this magically put out there in the final month of a presidential campaign, you have to ask yourself what the political motivations are and why the media is pushing it."

Temple Taggart

Allegations:

Temple Taggart, a former Miss Utah, told the New York Times in May 2016 that Trump "kissed me directly on the lips" when she met him at the Miss USA pageant in 1997. Trump did the same thing when Taggart met with him again at Trump Tower in Manhattan after he offered to aid her modeling career, she said.

In November 2017, Taggart spoke out again, telling the Times that the allegations against Trump were "brushed under the rug."

Trump's response:

Trump "emphatically" denies Taggart's claims.

"I don't even know who she is," Trump told NBC News in October 2016. "She claims this took place in a public area. I never kissed her. I emphatically deny this ridiculous claim."

Cathy Heller

Allegations:

Cathy Heller told the Guardian in October 2016 that she was attending a Mother's Day brunch with her husband, children, and in-laws at Mar-a-Lago in the 1990s when Trump approached her table, introduced himself to her, and forcibly kissed her.

"He took my hand, and grabbed me, and went for the lips," she said, and added that she was "angry and shaken" as a result of the incident.

Trump's response:

A Trump campaign spokesman denied Heller's allegation, arguing that it couldn't have happened in public.

"There is no way that something like this would have happened in a public place on Mother's Day at Mr. Trump's resort," Jason Miller said. "It would have been the talk of Palm Beach for the past two decades."

Karena Virginia

Allegations:

Karena Virginia, a yoga instructor and life coach, told the Washington Post in October 2016 that Trump groped her as she waited for her car outside the US Open in New York in 1998.

Virginia, then 27, said she overheard Trump talking with a group of men about her legs and that Trump then approached her, grabbed her arm, and touched her breast before asking, "Don't you know who I am?"

Trump's response:

"Give me a break," Trump representative Jessica Ditto said in response to Virginia's allegation. "Voters are tired of these circus like antics and reject these fictional stories and the clear efforts to benefit Hillary Clinton."

Tasha Dixon and Bridget Sullivan

Allegations:

Two Miss USA contestants said Trump walked into their dressing rooms, where female participants were changing, and ogled them.

Tasha Dixon, a former Miss Arizona who competed in the 2001 Miss USA pageant, told CBS in October 2016 that Trump walked into the contestants' dressing room while they were changing.

"He just came strolling right in," Dixon said. "There was no second to put a robe on or any sort of clothing or anything. Some girls were topless, other girls were naked."

She added, "To have the owner come waltzing in when we're naked or half naked in a very physically vulnerable position, and then to have the pressure of the people that work for him telling us to go fawn all over him, go walk up to him, talk to him."

Dixon said there was "no one to complain to" because Trump owned the pageant and everyone employed there reported to him.

Bridget Sullivan, Miss New Hampshire in 2000, told BuzzFeed News in May 2016 that Trump walked into the contestants' dressing room unannounced and hugged her inappropriately.

"The time that he walked through the dressing rooms was really shocking. We were all naked," Sullivan said, comparing Trump to a "creepy uncle." "He'd hug you just a little low on your back."

Trump's response:

In October 2016, the Trump campaign denied Dixon's allegations, calling them politically motivated fabrications.

"These accusations have no merit and have already been disproven by many other individuals who were present," the campaign said in a statement. "When you see questionable attacks like this magically put out there in the final month of a presidential campaign, you have to ask yourself what the political motivations are and why the media is pushing it."

Melinda McGillivray

Allegations:

Melinda "Mindy" McGillivray told the Palm Beach Post in October 2016 that Trump grabbed her buttocks while they were backstage during a Ray Charles concert at Mar-a-Lago in 2003.

Ken Davidoff, a photographer present at the concert, said McGillivray, then 23, approached him soon after the incident and said, "Donald just grabbed my a--!"

McGillivray spoke out again on "Megyn Kelly Today" in December, calling for a congressional investigation into the accusations of sexual misconduct against Trump.

"He has to face the music; he can't get away with this," McGillivray said. "I want justice."

Trump's response:

The Post reported that Trump did not respond to requests for comment concerning McGillivray's accusation, but the president has broadly denied all of the sexual misconduct accusations made against him.

"The timing and absurdity of these false claims speaks volumes and the publicity tour that has begun only further confirms the political motives behind them," White House press secretary Sanders said after the TV appearance in December.

Natasha Stoynoff

Allegations:

People magazine reporter Natasha Stoynoff wrote in an October 2016 column that Trump sexually assaulted her in 2005 at Mar-a-Lago. Stoynoff was visiting Trump and his new wife, Melania, at their Florida estate to report on a story about the couple's first year of marriage.

While a pregnant Melania was changing clothes for a photoshoot, Trump offered to show Stoynoff a "tremendous" room at the resort.

"We walked into that room alone, and Trump shut the door behind us. I turned around, and within seconds he was pushing me against the wall and forcing his tongue down my throat," Stoynoff wrote.

She added that Trump told her they would have a sexual affair. "Have you ever been to Peter Luger's for steaks? I'll take you. We're going to have an affair, I'm telling you," he allegedly said.

Trump's response:

Trump denied the allegations, tweeting last year, "Why didn't the writer of the twelve year old article in People Magazine mention the 'incident' in her story. Because it did not happen!"

Jennifer Murphy and Juliet Huddy

Allegations:

Two women have said Trump kissed them without their consent, but that they weren't offended by it at the time.

Juliet Huddy, a former Fox News anchor, said on the "Mornin!!! With Bill Schulz" podcast in December 2017 that Trump kissed her on the lips without her consent after a meeting in Trump Tower in Manhattan in 2005 or 2006.

"He went to say goodbye and he, rather than kiss me on the cheek, he leaned in on the lips," she said. Huddy added that she was surprised by the kiss, but "didn't feel threatened" or "offended" at the time.

"Now that I've matured, I would've said, 'Nope.' At that time, I was making excuses," she said in December.

Jennifer Murphy, a former contestant both in Miss USA and Trump's reality TV show "The Apprentice," told Grazia magazine in December 2016 that Trump kissed her unexpectedly following a job interview in Trump Tower in 2005.

Although Murphy said she was "very taken aback at the time," she later told CNN that she "wasn't offended" by the kiss. She said she voted for him for president, and even created a Katy Perry parody video in which she sang, "I was kissed by Trump and I liked it."

Trump's response:

The White House denied Huddy's account, according to the New York Daily News.

Rachel Crooks

Allegations:

Rachel Crooks told the New York Times in October 2016 that Trump kissed her on the mouth without her consent when she introduced herself him in 2005 Trump Tower in Manhattan, where she worked as a receptionist.

She told the Times that she and Trump shook hands and then he kissed her "directly on the mouth."

Crooks told her sister, who confirmed her account to the Times, but said she thought she would lose her job if she told her company anything about the interaction.

"I was shocked, devastated," she said during a December 2017 interview on "Megyn Kelly Today," adding: "I remember hiding in our boss' office because no one else was there, it was early in the morning, and I called my sister ... I felt horrible."

Crooks joined calls for a congressional investigation into Trump's alleged misconduct.

Trump's response:

Trump denied Crooks' account in an interview with the New York Times in October 2016. "None of this ever took place," he said, threatening to sue the Times if it reported on the allegations.

Samantha Holvey

Allegations:

Samantha Holvey, a contestant in the 2006 Miss USA pageant, which Trump owned, told CNN in October 2016 that Trump personally inspected each of the pageant contestants individually.

"He would step in front of each girl and look you over from head to toe like we were just meat, we were just sexual objects, that we were not people," Holvey said, adding that it made her feel "the dirtiest I felt in my entire life."

Then a 20-year-old student at a private Southern Baptist college, Holvey said she "had no desire to win when I understood what it was all about."

Holvey also called for a congressional investigation into Trump's alleged misconduct.

Trump's response: 

CNN, who first reported on Holvey's allegations, said Trump did not respond to requests for comment, but the president has broadly denied all of the sexual misconduct accusations made against him.

Ninni Laaksonen

Allegations:

Ninni Laaksonen, a model and former Miss Finland, told Finnish newspaper Ilta-Sanomat in October 2016 that Trump groped her backstage at the "Late Show with David Letterman" in 2006.

"Trump stood right next to me and suddenly he squeezed my butt," Laaksonen said. "He really grabbed my butt. I don't think anybody saw it, but I flinched and thought, 'What is happening?'"

Trump's response:

The newspaper did not include a response from Trump, but the president has broadly denied all of the sexual misconduct accusations made against him.

Jessica Drake

Allegations:

At an October 2016 press conference, adult-film actress Jessica Drake accused Trump of grabbing and kissing her without permission and offering her money to accept a private invitation to his penthouse hotel room in Lake Tahoe in 2006.

"This is not acceptable behavior for anyone, much less a presidential candidate," Drake said. "I understand that I may be called a liar or an opportunist, but I will risk that in order to stand in solidarity with women who share similar accounts that span many, many years."

Trump's response:

Trump called Drake's accusations "total fiction" and implied that Drake was accustomed to being "grabbed" because she is a porn actress.

"One said, 'He grabbed me on the arm.' And she's a porn star. You know, this one that came out recently, 'He grabbed me and he grabbed me on the arm.' Oh, I'm sure she's never been grabbed before," he said on WGIR radio.

Summer Zervos

Allegations:

Summer Zervos, a former contestant on NBC's "The Apprentice," told reporters at an October 2016 press conference that Trump assaulted her during a 2007 meeting at The Beverly Hills Hotel.

"He then grabbed my shoulder and began kissing me again very aggressively and placed his hand on my breast," she said. "I pulled back and walked to another part of the room. He then walked up, grabbed my hand, and pulled me into the bedroom. I walked out." Zervos added that Trump thrust himself on her before she left the room.

Zervos sued Trump for defamation after he accused her of lying about the allegations. Trump's attorneys have moved to dismiss the case, arguing that, as president, he can't be sued in state court and that his remarks about his accusers are political speech. The suit is ongoing.

Trump's response:

"I vaguely remember Ms. Zervos as one of the many contestants on 'The Apprentice' over the years," Trump said in a statement. "To be clear, I never met her at a hotel or greeted her inappropriately a decade ago. That is not who I am as a person, and it is not how I've conducted my life. In fact, Ms. Zervos continued to contact me for help, emailing my office on April 14 of this year asking that I visit her restaurant in California."

Cassandra Searles

Allegations:

Cassandra Searles, who represented the state of Washington at the 2013 Miss USA pageant, wrote in a June 2016 Facebook post that Trump treated herself and other female Miss USA contestants "like cattle" and had them "lined up so he could get a closer look at his property."

"He probably doesn't want me telling the story about that time he continually grabbed my ass and invited me to his hotel room," she added.

Trump's response: 

Trump has not specifically denied Searles' allegations, but he has broadly denied all of the sexual misconduct accusations made against him.

Alva Johnson

Allegations:

Alva Johnson, a former Trump campaign staffer, said that Trump kissed her without her consent at a Tampa, Florida rally on August 24, 2016. 

Johnson, 43, said Trump grabbed her hand and kissed her on the side of her mouth as he exited an RV outside of the rally, according to details in a new federal lawsuit and an interview with the Washington Post.

"Oh, my God, I think he's going to kiss me," Johnson said in a February 2019 interview with the Post. "He's coming straight for my lips. So I turn my head, and he kisses me right on corner of my mouth, still holding my hand the entire time. Then he walks on out."

Johnson filed a federal lawsuit against Trump in February. 

Trump's response: 

White House press secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders told INSIDER in a statement, "This accusation is absurd on its face. This never happened and is directly contradicted by multiple highly credible eye witness accounts."

E. Jean Carroll

Allegations:

Former Elle advice columnist E. Jean Carroll accused President Donald Trump of sexually assaulting her in a department store dressing room the mid-1990s.

"The moment the dressing-room door is closed, he lunges at me, pushes me against the wall, hitting my head quite badly, and puts his mouth against my lips," Carroll wrote in an excerpt of her 2019 book,"What Do We Need Men For?". 

She went on, "The next moment, still wearing correct business attire, shirt, tie, suit jacket, overcoat, he opens the overcoat, unzips his pants, and, forcing his fingers around my private area, thrusts his penis halfway — or completely, I'm not certain — inside me. It turns into a colossal struggle."

Trump's response: 

The White House denied Carroll's allegations in a statement to New York magazine in June 2019.

"This is a completely false and unrealistic story surfacing 25 years after allegedly taking place and was created simply to make the President look bad," the statement read.

Karen Johnson

Karen Johnson, a regular at Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida, said Trump pulled her behind a tapestry and kissed and groped her without her consent during a New Year's Eve party there in the early 2000s.

"I'm a tall girl and I had six-inch heels on, and I still remember looking up at him. And he's strong, and he just kissed me," Johnson said. "I was so scared because of who he was ... I don't even know where it came from. I didn't have a say in the matter."

Johnson said Trump forcibly grabbed her genitals.

"When he says that thing, 'Grab them in the pussy,' that hits me hard because when he grabbed me and pulled me into the tapestry, that's where he grabbed me," she said, according to the book excerpt.

Johnson said Trump called her repeatedly after the incident, offering to fly her to New York to visit him. She said she refused his advances and never saw him again or visited Mar-a-Lago, where she'd had her wedding reception years earlier.

Trump's response:

The White House denied the allegation and slammed "All the President's Women."

"That book is trash and those accusations from 20 years ago have been addressed many times," the White House press secretary, Stephanie Grisham, told Insider.

• You can easily share your screen on Google Hangouts to more effectively communicate information and, in some cases, even shorten the length of meetings. 
• Sharing your screen on Google Hangouts can also make giving presentations easier, even if everyone isn't in the same room.
• In Google Hangouts, you can choose to either show your entire screen or only show individual windows that you have open on your computer.
• Here's what you need to do to share your screen within Google Hangouts.
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When you're hosting a video chat, sometimes it's useful or easier to simply let the other person see your screen, or a specific window you're viewing, like a presentation. 

Rather than having to explain something, which may be difficult to put into words, you can provide a visual that makes it easier to understand. 

If you're using Google Hangouts, there's an easy fix that is built into the program itself.

Here's how to use it:

How to share your screen on Google Hangouts

Once you're in a Hangout, it's relatively easy to share your screen, and the process should only take you a few seconds to complete:

1. Click the three dots in the top-right corner of the screen.

2. Select "Share Screen."

3. Click on how you want to share your screen — you can either share the entire screen, which is the default option, or you can toggle over to the application window section of the pop-up to select individual windows to share with video participants.

4. Click "Share."

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• You can easily set and delete reminders on your iPhone using the built-in Reminders app. 
• Reminders is a useful app that comes with your iPhone and can store upcoming chores, events, or anything else you have to do or be mindful of.
• You can set your Reminders to pop up and remind you at a certain time or when you're at a certain location.
• You can also tick the Reminders off like a "To Do" list, or just delete them altogether.
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The Reminders app on an iPhone allows you to jot things down that you have to do or have to remember. 

It also allows you to set your iPhone to send you reminders at a certain time or at a certain location. 

Since you can set, edit and delete reminders easily and as often as you want, the Reminders app is extremely useful.

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How to set reminders on your iPhone

1. Tap the Reminders app — it looks like a piece of lined paper with colored dots down one side.

2. Tap on the plus sign. This will bring up a new line.

3. Type in your new reminder.

4. Tap the info symbol — it looks like a lower case "i" in a circle, on the right. This will bring up a screen that allows you to customize your reminder.

5. To set your iPhone to give you a reminder on a certain day, tap on "Remind me on a day," then scroll down the date and time roller until you find the setting you want. You can also set the reminder to pop up at a certain location — for example, to purchase something the next time you're at or near a certain store.

6. Finally you can set a priority level for the reminder by tapping on one of the options for one, two or three exclamation points at the bottom of the screen.

7. Tap "Done" in the upper right corner and your reminder is set.

How to edit reminders on your iPhone

1. Open the Reminders app.

2. Tap on the reminder you want to edit. This will allow you to change the title or settings of the reminder.

3. Tap on the info symbol to edit the specific settings of the reminder.

4. If you want to change the color used to mark a reminder completed, tap on "Edit" in the upper right corner. 

5. Above your reminders you will see the word "Color." Tap on the color you want to use.

6. Tap on the circles next to each reminder you have completed —like crossing off a "To Do" list.

7. When you tap on "Hide Completed" at the bottom, checked reminders  will no longer be shown in your list.

How to delete reminders on your iPhone

1. Open the Reminders app.

2. Tap on "Edit" in the upper right corner.

3. A minus sign will show up to the left of each reminder.

4. Tap on a minus sign and the reminder will move left to confirm that you want to delete it. Tap on the red delete button and the reminder will disappear.

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• You can close apps on your Samsung Galaxy S10 to help it run more efficiently, which is sometimes necessary if a particular app malfunctions.
• You can close an app on your Galaxy S10 in two different ways: by using the Recent Apps shortcut, or by going into your Settings app.
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When using a smartphone, it's easy to lose track of just how many apps you're using at once. Before you know it, your phone is slow and sluggish, your battery is at five percent, and the app you're trying to use ends up crashing. What happened?

What happened is that you unknowingly left many apps open while you continued to browse your phone. 

When you leave apps open after you're done using them, your phone continues operating as though you're still using those apps — draining memory, battery, and data in the process.

Closing out of apps is the simplest way to keep your phone's memory in good shape, and circumvent potential problems you might have when accessing other apps. 

There are two ways you can close apps on your Samsung Galaxy S10.

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How to close apps on a Samsung Galaxy S10

Close apps via the Recent Apps shortcut

The Recent Apps shortcut is a quick and efficient way to close out of an app that's stopped working or that you're no longer using. It's also convenient for closing all of your apps at the same time.

1. From the Home screen, tap the Recent Apps shortcut. This is located in the bottom-left corner of your phone screen, and is represented by three vertical lines.

2. Find the app you want to close by swiping left or right.

3. When you have located the correct app, simply swipe upward to close it.

4. If you want to close all of your apps at once, tap "Close all."

Note that if you don't currently have any apps open, your Recent Apps screen will read "No recently used apps."

Close apps from the Settings menu

Closing apps from the Settings menu is a more roundabout method, but it's useful if you have frequent problems with a particular app and need to troubleshoot.

1. From the Home screen, swipe upward with your finger to pull up the app menu.

2. Swipe left and right through the app menu until you find the Settings app. Tap it.

3. Select "Apps" towards the bottom of the page.

4. Tap on the triple-dot icon in the top right corner of the screen.

5. Select "Show system apps," then tap on the app you want to close.

6. On the "App info" page, tap "Force stop." This will force-close the selected app.

Whichever method works best for you, you're now equipped to close apps on your Samsung Galaxy S10. 

Get into the habit of closing out of apps when you're done using them, and your S10's memory, data usage, and battery life will thank you.

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• Treating yourself to a luxury fashion item should be a fun experience, but sometimes you don't want to go into a store. 
• Luckily, we have a world of online shopping at our fingertips. Understandably though, when you're spending a lot of money, you want to do your due diligence and make sure where you're shopping is reputable, has legitimate products, and good customer service. 
• We did all of that research for you and came up with six retailers that offer great selections of high-end wear for both men and women. They include Shopbop, East Dane, Matches Fashion, Farfetch, Net-A-Porter, and Mr. Porter.
• All of these retailers have simple shipping and return policies and user-friendly interfaces that'll get you excited about your purchase. Keep reading to find them below.

Online shopping is an amazing innovation. You get all of the excitement of adding new pieces to your wardrobe without any of the effort of getting to the store and trying things on under the horribly artificial lighting of a dressing room. But, when you're spending a lot of money on luxury pieces, online shopping can actually be a little nerve wracking.

What if the piece looks nothing like it does online? What if the return policy is expensive or just a hassle? When you're dropping hundreds of dollars or more on a shopping haul online, you probably want to make sure that everything will ship relatively quickly (who wants to wait weeks for what you could get in days) and is easy to exchange. And, of course, you want to peruse a great selection. 

If luxury shopping is what you're looking for, we rounded up the six sites that you should check out. We've outlined what makes each stand out, the shipping and return policies they offer, and some of the notable labels you can find at each retailer.

Keep reading to see learn about six of the best spots to buy luxury fashion online: 

Shopbop

Shop women's luxury fashion and everyday essentials at Shopbop

If you're looking to leave your next shopping adventure with a balanced cart, filled with a mix of high-end and everyday brands, Shopbop should be your go-to. Shopbop offers a large selection of contemporary and designer labels with plenty of timeless and trendy pieces to fill your wardrobe. You'll find clothing, shoes, bags, and accessories that fit a range of budgets — so you can buy a luxury bag alongside a more affordable plain white T-shirt. Plus, Shopbop curates style guides, lists, and on-site designer boutiques to help guide and inspire your looks.  

Shipping & returns: Shipping is free on Shopbop and should take between one to three days. Amazon Prime members get Prime shipping benefits (free two-day shipping) on Shopbop orders, but if you're not a Prime member, you can pay extra for expedited shipping. If you don't love your purchase, Shopbop merchandise must be returned within 30 days. For the first 15 days, returns are free; after that, it'll cost you $10. 

Stand-out labels:

• Ulla Johnson
• Ganni
• Rosetta Getty
• Zimmermann
• Jonathan Simkhai

East Dane

Shop men's luxury fashion and more at East Dane

East Dane is Shopbop's male counterpart. Like its sister site, East Dane boasts a great selection of high-end and more affordable brands. Whether you're looking for wardrobe basics or more eccentric trend pieces, East Dane has got you covered. And, if you're in need of some fashion inspiration, there's plenty of that too. Check out the style guides or editors' picks list for pieces curated for all sorts of occasions, tastes, and budgets. 

Shipping & returns: Shipping is free on East Dane and should take between one to three days. Just like Shopbop, Amazon Prime members get Prime's shipping benefits (free two-day shipping) on East Dane. If you're not a Prime member, you can pay extra for expedited shipping. If you don't love your purchase, East Dane merchandise must be returned within 30 days. For the first 15 days, returns are free; after that, it'll cost you $10. 

Stand-out labels:

• Y-3
• Marni
• A.P.C.
• Moschino
• Ksubi

Matches Fashion

Shop men's and women's designer at Matches Fashion

Matches Fashion wants to make the luxury shopping experience feel personal. That's why the retailer not only offers a huge selection online, but also has an easy-to-shop app, a private, brick-and-mortar shopping experience, and MyStylist, the site's complimentary concierge that can help with anything from styling tips to wardrobe advice. "The Style Report" offers plenty of rich fashion content, from news stories about the industry to tips on how to style certain pieces or how to dress for certain occasions. You can shop by designer, occasion, or even buy pieces straight from the runway. The well-curated collection of investment-worthy clothing, shoes, accessories, and home goods is worth poring over.  

Shipping & returns: Shipping and returns are always free. Because Matches Fashion is a London-based retailer, delivery times to the United States may vary. But, once received, if you don't like your pieces, you have 28 days to return them. You can easily request a pre-paid return label within the first 14 days and then have 14 more to make your return. Just remember that this is an international brand, so returns may take longer to process — we'd recommend setting aside some extra time. 

Stand-out labels:

• Saint Laurent
• Isabel Marant
• Acne Studios
• Vetements
• Maison Margiela

Farfetch

Shop luxury fashion for all at Farfetch

Men, women, and even kids can get their fix of designer duds at Farfetch. The selection on Farfetch is vast, spanning clothing, activewear, shoes, bags, luxury jewelry, and accessories. You can even shop pre-owned pieces if you're looking for more budget or environmentally-friendly pieces or just love all things vintage. Farfetch helps you find just what you're looking for with options to shop by aesthetic, occasion, and designer, as well as offering style guides to inspire your purchase. You can also find a host of articles on the site, covering everything from new releases, style how-tos, trend reports, the best brands in different categories, and more. 

Shipping & returns: Farfetch shipping costs vary based on the size, weight, and chosen destination of your order. You can pay extra for express delivery or same-day delivery in some locations. Returning your items is free, and Farfetch makes it easy with a return pick-up courier service. They'll send you the pre-paid return label, and you just need to send it back within 14 days. 

Stand-out labels:

• Gucci
• Balmain
• Alexander McQueen
• Thom Browne
• Balenciaga

Net-A-Porter

Shop women's designer fashion at Net-A-Porter

Net-A-Porter's beautiful website makes finding pieces you want and discovering new items you may not have known about before easy. There are many ways to shop: hero brands, monthly drops, weekly drops, Instagram picks, and sustainability are just a few. A star of the site is the what to wear section, where you can quickly access pieces fit for any occasion. The Porter edit holds all of the site's editorial content and has plenty of fresh takes on all things fashion, beauty, and women's lifestyle that women will appreciate. 

Shipping & returns: Net-A-Porter offers standard free delivery on all purchases. If you choose this option, expect your order to arrive within four days. You can upgrade to next-day or express shipping for an extra $20. You have 28 days to return your order, just choose to return on your Net-A-Porter account and they'll arrange everything for you. 

Stand-out labels:

• Gianvito Rossi
• Bottega Veneta
• The Row
• Stella McCartney
• Givenchy

Mr. Porter

Shop men's designer fashion at Mr. Porter

If you're looking for luxury beyond just fashion, Mr. Porter is a great place to start. Not only does the site have an extensive collection of high-end fashion and accessories, but it also hosts a range of luxe grooming products. The gift selection has something for every guy on your list, making it a one-stop-shop for holidays, birthdays, and housewarming parties. Check out the trending now section to keep up with the latest looks and the editorial page for all things men's fashion, from how to dress for an interview to opinion pieces that take stances such as why you should take fashion risks. 

Shipping & returns: Mr. Porter offers standard free delivery on all purchases. If you choose this option, expect your order to arrive within four days. You can upgrade to next-day or express shipping for an extra $20. You have 28 days to return your order, just choose to return on your Mr. Porter account and they'll arrange everything for you. 

Stand-out labels:

• Tom Ford
• Officine Generale
• Prada
• Amiri
• Incotex

• For every "Star Wars" fan out there, there are at least three gifts to satisfy their inner geek. 
• We found the 28 best options for fans of all ages and fans with all interests.
• If they like to get hands-on with "Star Wars" paraphernalia, you can gift a lightsaber, huge Lego set, or a slime kit. If not, there are gift options like books, posters, and vinyl records.

The Star Wars franchise has captivated and continues to captivate audiences of all ages around the world. Nearly everyone can identify at least one person in their lives who loves the epic space story and has watched each of the movies a dozen times. 

Thanks to the franchise's long-lasting and universal popularity, there are more than enough Star Wars products to go around, from props and clothing to decor and books. Finding a Star Wars-related gift isn't the hard part — finding one that's creative and unexpected is. 

You can surprise them during the holidays with one of these 28 Star Wars gifts they don't already have. As you'll see, there is a wide range of ways to incorporate new and interesting galactic fun into their lives. 

A Darth Vader figurine that's also an alarm clock

Clic Time LEGO Darth Vader Alarm Clock, $20.90, available at Amazon

What makes this alarm clock even more fun is that they can move the arms and legs to make Darth Vader sit or stand on their night stand. When they push down on his head to snooze the alarm or check the time, he lights up with a red glow. 

Loungewear featuring intergalactic dance party prints

Star Wars Disco Collection, from $45, available at MeUndies

MeUndies' limited-edition collection, available for its underwear, onesies, and lounge pants, come in three funky, dance-worthy "Star Wars"  prints of Ewoks, lightsabers, and stormtroopers. We love its soft and stretchy micromodal underwear so much, we recommend MeUndies as some of the best underwear men and women can buy.

A doormat with a friendly welcome message

Darth Vader Welcome to the Dark Side Doormat, $24.99, available at Game Stop

Personally, I wouldn't open the door if Darth Vader came knocking, but if you're loyal to the Dark Side, this doormat gives your guests the heads up. 

The cheese board you bring out for all viewing parties

Toscana Star Wars 3-Piece Cheese Board, $49.99, available at Macy's

Everything falls perfectly into place in this cheese board you'll want to bring out for your "Star Wars" marathon. 

A tribute to the illustrator behind the iconic worlds and characters of Star Wars

Star Wars Art: Ralph McQuarrie, $152.34, available at Amazon

Dive into the fascinating artistic process of creating the Star Wars universe. The never-before-seen-and-published illustrations and interviews paint the picture of the hard work of designer Ralph McQuarrie. 

A self-help book inspired by the teachings of Yoda

Be More Yoda: Mindful Thinking from a Galaxy Far Far Away, $5.59, available at Amazon

We can't think of any mentor better than the wise Yoda to dish out stress relief and mindfulness advice. This guide is both entertaining and helpful for anyone trying to tame the chaos in their life. 

An AR headset that allows them to enter the Star Wars world for themselves

Lenovo Jedi Challenges AR Headset with Lightsaber Controller and Tracking Beacon, $69.99, available at Best Buy

With the headset and app, they can fight their way through challenges in a world they only imagined they could access. The game provides hours of fun, plus an unexpected arm workout. 

Beautiful travel posters that may prompt them to pack their bags

DanielleSylvan Star Wars 18" x 24" Retro Travel Posters (Set of 3), from $40, available at Etsy

If Tatooine, Hoth, and Endor were travel destinations (and we wish they really were), this is what their tourism ads might look like. 

A PopSockets grip

Rebel Insignia PopSockets Grip, $15, available at PopSockets

This handy phone accessory is a subtle show of their allegiance to the Rebel Alliance and commitment to fighting for the cause. 

A slim, protective phone case

Star Wars iPhone Story Case, from $45.95, available at OtterBox

OtterBox's rugged phone cases have strong drop protection but aren't excessively bulky. The cases are an easy and practical way to express their love for Star Wars. 

Le Creuset cookware

Le Creuset Mini Round Cocotte, Star Wars Droids, $79.95, available for pre-order at Williams Sonoma

The highly anticipated Le Creuset-Star Wars collection, which launches on November 1, includes Dutch ovens, roasting pans, and a pie dish. Everyone on the internet is in love with the beautiful Tatooine Dutch oven— but only nine in total were made. 

Droid socks

Stance Warped R2D2 Socks, $18, available at Stance

The lovable droids look imposing on these socks made by an NBA player-favorite brand. The lightweight socks are cushioned, supportive, and comfortable. 

A book profiling the notable women in the galaxy

Star Wars: Women Of The Galaxy, $24.52, available at Amazon

Rediscover all the strong women in this franchise through this book of 75 characters from the films, comics, games, and more. Each profile is accompanied by a beautiful illustration by a female or non-binary artist. 

A distinctive luggage tag

Star Wars I Am Your Luggage Darth Vader Luggage Tag, $15.99, available at Amazon

They'll identify their suitcase in an instant with this bold travel accessory. 

A 4,000+ piece Lego model of the Death Star

Lego Star Wars Death Star, $499.95, available at Amazon

Casual project, this Lego model is not. Devotees to the craft, however, will love the challenge of constructing this detailed Death Star that features key locations and 23 mini figures from "A New Hope" and "Return of the Jedi." 

An even more intensive Lego Star Wars kit

Lego Star Wars Ultimate Millennium Falcon, $799.94, available at Amazon

This $800 model is a beast containing 7,500 pieces, but as the many positive reviews confirm, the final feeling of satisfaction is priceless. It's the largest, most detailed Millennium Falcon yet, and it includes two crews of minifigures. 

A make-your-own slime kit

Star Wars Jabba the Hutt Slime Lab, $18.99, available at Target

The popular slime trend gets the Jabba treatment. They can make over 10 slimes that you might find inside Jabba's palace, all with different shapes and effects.

Pancake molds in the shape of their favorite character

Star Wars Pancake Molds, Set of 4, $19.95, available at Williams Sonoma

Pancakes taste way more delicious in the form of Yoda and R2-D2. The hassle-free silicone molds make it difficult to mess up your recipient's Star Wars-themed breakfast. 

An R2-Q5 droid that can zip around their floor and makes real droid sounds

Sphero R2-Q5 App-Enabled Droid, $49.99, available at Amazon

This droid isn't a mere decorative prop. They can actually control, play, and watch Star Wars movies with it by connecting it to the free app. 

A realistic light saber

Star Wars Bladebuilders Jedi Master Lightsaber, $29.99, available at Amazon

The holidays are no time to settle for a basic light saber. The included accessories allow for multiple configurations of this important movie prop. 

A flight academy pin

CreativeOutpouring Star Wars Rebel Flight Academy Pin, $12.99, available at Etsy

The enamel pin clearly spell out one's alliances. It doesn't hurt that its vintage-inspired style is cute, too. 

A personalized polished ring

InfiniteJewelryCA Laser Engraved Fidget Spinner Black Tungsten Ring, from $148.49, available at Etsy

This thoughtful ring, the center of which spins 360 degrees to satisfy fidgety fingers, can be personalized in many ways: text, fingerprint, or handwritten engraving. The seller also offers lifetime size exchanges. 

A double wall-insulated water bottle

Star Wars Rule The Galaxy Water Bottle, $29.95, available at Williams Sonoma

Intergalactic adventures quickly lose their fun when your recipient isn't properly hydrated. Gift them this leak-free stainless steel bottle emblazoned with an inspiring message. 

A special vinyl edition of 'The Force Awakens' soundtrack

Star Wars: The Force Awakens Hologram Vinyl, $40.32, available at Amazon

Vinyl brings out the best of this exciting and beautiful soundtrack, composed of course, by John Williams. They'll immerse themselves in the rich renderings and be taken back to the first time they watched the movie. 

Millennium Falcon cufflinks

Cufflinks, Inc. Star Wars Millennium Falcon Cuff Links, $135, available at Nordstrom

These cool cufflinks put the finishing touches on his business wear in less than 12 parsecs. 

A mysterious box of collector's items

Star Wars Mystery Box, $39.99, available at Target

No one knows what's inside this mystery collector's box. Each one is different, containing an exclusive comic book and an item such as pin, action figure, or beanie. 

An umbrella that provides protection from the twin suns of Tatooine

Oniva Star Wars Portable Beach Umbrella, $69.99, available at Macy's

While everyone else at the beach lounges under brightly colored rainbow umbrellas, you'll be enjoying the warm weather with an umbrella only a dedicated fan would own.

A toothbrush that makes brushing their teeth feel as exciting as a battle

Oral-B Kids Star Wars Electric Toothbrush, $4.97, available at Amazon

The rotating brush head and gentle bristles clean their teeth thoroughly, but they'll be too busy enjoying the character theme. Available characters are Yoda, Darth Vader, and Stormtrooper. 

• You can add a printer to your Samsung Galaxy S10 through the device's settings.
• By adding a printer to your Samsung Galaxy S10, you are able to print directly from your phone.
• To wirelessly print using your Samsung Galaxy S10, you need to have access to a Wi-Fi connection.
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If you've ever needed to print something quickly, but didn't have access to a computer, you're in luck. The Samsung Galaxy S10 has the capacity to print from anywhere with access to a Wi-Fi connection.

To print something from your Samsung Galaxy S10, you will first need to add a printer to your device.

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How to add a printer to a Samsung Galaxy S10

1. Open the "Settings" app by tapping on it.

2. Tap on "Connections."

3. Make sure that your Wi-Fi is enabled. Your phone and printer must both be connected to the same Wi-Fi network in order to print from your phone.

4. Slide to the bottom of the "Connections" list and tap "More connection settings."

5. Tap on "Printing."

6. Select "Samsung Print Service Plugin" and switch the slider to "On."

7. Tap on "Download plugin" and select the app that matches the type of printer you wish to use.

8. Tap "Install" and follow the instructions on your phone screen.

9. Select the printer you want to use.

Now that you have added a printer to your Samsung Galaxy S10, you can print documents, pictures and more using only your phone. Refer to your printer's instruction manual for any additional setup needed.

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• You won't find a serial number for a Samsung Galaxy S10 on its case — you'll have to go into your phone's software.
• You can find the serial number in the Settings app by choosing "About phone."
• You can also find the serial number using your phone dialer, by entering and calling *#06#. 
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If you ever need to find your Galaxy S10's serial number, like if you're getting the phone serviced and need to give the number to technical support, you can find it with just a few taps. 

It's not imprinted or inscribed on the Galaxy S10's case, but there are two ways to display it onscreen.

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How to find your Samsung Galaxy S10's serial number using Settings

1. Start the Settings app.

2. Tap "About phone."

3. You can see the serial number along with other details about the phone, including the phone number and IMEI number (which you may need if you want to unlock the phone from your cellular provider). 

4. To copy the serial number to the clipboard so you can paste it into a document, tap and hold the serial number until you see a pop-up that says "Copy to clipboard." Tap it.

How to find your Galaxy S10's serial number with a dial code

1. Start the Phone app. 

2. In the dialer, enter and call "*#06#."

3. You should see your serial number and IMEI number displayed, along with scannable barcodes for each of those numbers. 

4. When you're done, tap "OK" to close the window.

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• Jaybird makes some of the best tech for runners, and its new Jaybird Vista earbuds ($179.99) are their best wireless earbuds yet.
• The Vista earbuds are sweat and waterproof (IPX7) and have six hours of playtime. You'll get an additional 10 hours supplied by the charging case, and a five-minute charge translates into one full hour of playtime. 
• In comparison to previous iterations, the Vista earbuds are more comfortable, the case is more compact, the Bluetooth connectivity is faster and more reliable, and the audio quality is richer and more nuanced.
• The Vista earbuds aren't perfect, and you'll likely be able to find similar options for less, but these are my favorite wireless earbuds for convenience and performance overall. 

You don't need a lot when you head out on a run, but the tools you do need take on greater importance.

The wrong socks, headphones, sports bra, or even underwear can turn an otherwise enjoyable challenge into something categorically closer to a punishment. Instead of smooth, meditative motion, the mind is glued to developing blisters, chafing, and the threat of one earbud leaping out of your ear and into a storm drain. 

I've spent years creating a tool kit of trustworthy products for runs. And, in terms of tech, I've come to rely upon Jaybird for comfortable, no-frills, long-lasting earbuds. I've tried most of the company's wireless earbuds over the past three years, and their latest iteration — the Jaybird Vista earbuds ($179.99)—  is my favorite version yet.

These are my go-to earbuds for running — I never have to worry about them popping out, and the battery life lasts through a marathon

They're not fussy about sweat or weather. The Vista Earbuds have an IPX7 sweat and waterproof rating. Or, in layman's terms, you can drop them into a meter of water for up to 30 minutes without damage. So you don't need to worry about sweat or drizzle corroding a $180 investment.

They have pretty good battery life. Fully charged, you'll get six hours of playtime with the Vista earbuds — enough to last you an average marathon time and then some. In comparison, the previous XT version only offered four. With the case, you'll get an additional 10 hours of playtime. And five minutes in the case translates into one hour of playtime, which is a godsend for all the times I've realized both earbuds were dead while already halfway out the door. You won't have to risk losing momentum or motivation waiting for them to charge. If you're only using one earbud, you can expect about 32 hours of playtime. 

They're secure and really comfortable. I've run with Jaybird earbuds for three years, and I've never had a pair fall out of my ears. I've also never felt like they would. I've always praised Jaybird true wireless earbuds for their comfort, but these are its most comfortable style yet. They're lighter, and they have a slightly more rectangular build that feels natural in the ear. The box includes three sizes of interchangeable silicone ear wings for a secure, customized fit. Take the time to figure out which one feels best for you.  

The Vista's audio, Bluetooth, and charging case are commendable upgrades

They sound good, and they have good noise isolation. The audio is richer and more complex in the Vista earbuds than in the company's Run earbuds. There's more nuance and less emphasis on bass, though the bass isn't lacking. And while they aren't noise-cancelling, there is noteworthy noise isolation. I can't hear my footsteps on the path or other people speaking to me in the elevator, but I can hear particularly loud noises in the distance and the muted clamor of the subway car while listening to podcasts in the morning. Being able to shut out the world is a pro for me, but it may be a con for those more concerned with being able to hear traffic. 

You can use the earbuds independently. If you are concerned with being aware of your surroundings, you can opt to use only one earbud at a time. 

You can customize the sound. Like most Jaybird earbuds, you can go into the Jaybird app to tinker with the equalization. You can also select presets like "flat" and "bring the bass" if you'd rather forgo the legwork. That leads me to my next point...

The Jaybird app is sparse but actually useful. You can use the "find my buds" feature to get the gist of where both your left and right earbuds are located. There are limitations; the map is rudimentary, and it doesn't seem to work if the earbud isn't charged, but it's enough to answer where, in general, each of them is (i.e., your apartment or the trail). You can also connect your Spotify account to the Jaybird app and share your favorite tracks with the Jaybird community.

The Bluetooth connectivity is simple and reliable. Bluetooth connection was neither a major drawback nor a major upside with the other Jaybird earbuds. In the Vista, it's noticeably simple and fast. It's also more definitive. Instead of a hard-to-hear signal, you'll hear a human voice saying "connected" when you've successfully linked to your device. 

The Vista charging case is compact and storage-friendly. Jaybird's charging cases used to be rounded, which made them feel bulky in smaller bags. The Vista case is minimal and rectangular. It's small enough to slip into the hidden pocket of my running shorts and lightweight enough to forget that it's there while I run.

The Cons

In terms of cons, they're pricey at $179.99. But they're worth it if you prioritize convenience and performance most in your shopping — and if you're going to use them frequently. They're also reliable in my experience; I've had four true wireless earbuds from Jaybird, and I've never had to replace a pair due to wear and tear or defects.

Their tiny size also means the on-ear controls are lacking. Control the power by pressing down on the left earbud. A single press on either controls calls and playback, and a double press on either skips forward to the next track or rejects an incoming call. Notably, there's no volume control or a simple rewind. You can swap the controls in the app — trading the presses to connect to volume controls rather than power — but you won't be able to have both. This is annoying if you have to pull out your phone often to adjust volume or rewind media, but it's ultimately far from a deal breaker in my experience.

The bottom line

I don't just use them for running. The Vista earbuds are tiny, sound high-end, and have a long battery life. This makes them ideal for everything from plane rides to commutes to sticking them in my jacket pocket on a Saturday night so I can walk home with music.

You've got 30 days to return the earbuds for your money back (including shipping), and they come with a one-year warranty. The warranty covers you for defects in materials and workmanship as well as the promise the device "will not fail because of perspiration for one year from the date of purchase."

All in all, the Jaybird Vista earbuds are a solid upgrade to Jaybird's already durable, high-performing runners' wireless earbuds. Jaybird true wireless earbuds have been my go-to for the last three years, and the Vista surpasses previous versions in sound quality, comfort, usability, and battery life. If you're looking for a trustworthy pair of running earbuds that deliver on high-end performance and no-frills durability, I highly recommend them.

Jaybird Vista Earbuds, available at Jaybird, Amazon, and Best Buy, $179.99

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• You should update Google Maps every once in a while to ensure you can use all of its latest features, like sharing your location. 
• It's also a good idea to update Google Maps so you can get the latest and most secure system available. 
• Here's how to update Google Maps on an iPhone or Android phone.
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If you're the type of person who often ignores update prompts on your various devices, it's probably a good idea to take things into your own hands and do some manual updates.

While this can feel like a bit of an inconvenience, keeping your apps up to date is necessary since those updates can help keep your apps running properly, while also getting the best security that's available for those apps. 

On Google Maps, for example, staying updated can even impact whether or not you can share your location.

Here's what you'll need to do to update your Google Maps app manually, whether you have an Android phone or an iPhone:

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How to update Google Maps on your Android phone

1. Open the Google Play Store.

2. Tap the three stacked lines in the top-left corner of the screen.

3. Tap "My apps & games."

4. If you see the Google Maps app in the "Update" section, tap the button next to it that says "Update."

How to update Google Maps on your iPhone

1. Go into the App Store.

2. Tap "Updates," located in the bottom-right corner of the screen.

3. If you see the Maps app listed there, tap "Get Updates" next to it.

4. Enter your password to continue and press "Okay" to confirm your choice.

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• "Cluckingham Palace," a sprawling Texasmansion, was built in 1992 by architect Richard Drummond Davis for "Bo" Pilgrim, cofounder of the poultry empire Pilgrim's Pride, according to Robb Report.
• The 18,327-square-foot property spans 43 acres and has six bedrooms with 10 full bathrooms. 
• Originally built for about $15 million, the property is set to be auctioned off between October 15 and October 18; it's also listed with local realtors for $8.95 million.
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In 1992, a 18,327-square-foot home sitting on 43 acres of land in Pittsburg, Texas, was built for billionaire Lonnie Alfred "Bo" Pilgrim.

Pilgrim cofounded Pilgrim's Pride, which used to be one of the largest suppliers of poultry products in the world, with his brother Aubrey in 1946, growing it from a small feed store in Pittsburg and turning it into a global powerhouse after Aubrey's 1966 death. Eventually, the company became a supplier for major brands like Walmart, Kentucky Fried Chicken, and Wendy's. 

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After amassing his fortune in the chicken business, Pilgrim commissioned architect Richard Drummond Davis to build a "French Renaissance dream" palace with ornate gold leaf and marble decor, according to Robb Report; it cost about $15 million to build at the time.

But now, two years after Pilgrim's 2017 death, his son is auctioning off his father's dream home through Concierge Auctions. According to the company's listing, the online sale will run from October 15 through October 18. Local agents are also currently listing the property for $8.95 million. 

Here's a look inside the six-bedroom, 10-bathroom estate known to locals as "Cluckingham Palace."

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The massive Pittsburg, Texas, estate is being auctioned off in an online sale starting October 15.

Source: Concierge Auctions

The two-story home has six bedrooms, 10 full bathrooms and 10 half bathrooms. It has both formal and informal dining areas, reception areas, home offices, a fitness room, and a screening room.

Source: Concierge Auctions

There's a chandelier in the ornate entryway, surrounded by wrought-iron balustrades, a marble staircase, and marble pillars with gold detailing.

Source: Concierge Auctions

The living room makes use of soft pastel colors and Rococo-styled marble dressers.

Source: Concierge Auctions

According to Concierge Auctions, the estate's gardens were designed by local Dallas landscape architects Naud Burnett & Partners.

Source: Concierge Auctions

One of many dining rooms features another chandelier hanging over the table.

Source: Concierge Auctions

The surrounding property includes three ponds and a creek, with a fresh water well.

Source: Concierge Auctions

The French-style windows look out on a manicured garden.

Source: Concierge Auctions

Pilgrim had this indoor pool designed after the Greenbrier Resort spa in White Sulphyr Springs, West Virginia.

Source: Concierge Auctions

The home has two stories, with garden detailing around the entry way. And it can all be yours for a cool $8.95 million — or potentially less, if you want to take your chances bidding in the auction.

Source: Concierge Auctions

• Marco Rubio, the US senator from Florida, has asked the US government to investigate TikTok, the globally popular short-form video app owned by a Chinese company.
• Rubio wrote on Twitter that there's "ample and growing evidence" that TikTok censors content "in line with China's communist government directives."
• The Guardian reported last month on internal documents that show TikTok instructed moderators to censor content addressing political issues likely to anger the Chinese government.
• A TikTok spokesperson told Business Insider that the Chinese government does not ask the social app to censor content, and does not have the jurisdiction to do so because TikTok does not operate in China — its Chinese version of the app is called Douyin.
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US Senator Marco Rubio is calling on the federal government to investigate the popular video-sharing app TikTok based on "ample and growing evidence" that it's censoring content at the request of China.

Rubio posted Wednesday on Twitter to share his concerns about TikTok, the short-form video app owned by the massive Chinese tech company ByteDance.

The senator's request comes just a couple weeks after The Guardian reported on TikTok internal documents that directed platform moderators to censor content that was likely to anger the Chinese government — namely, videos criticizing China's version of political policies and historical events, such as the Tiananmen Square protests.

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Rubio said he was directing his request to the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States, a federal investigative group housed under the US Department of Treasury that reviews national security implications of foreign investments into the U.S. The committee declined to comment on the matter, citing its policy not to discuss specific cases.

The investment that Rubio is calling to be reviewed is ByteDance's acquisition of Musical.ly, a now-defunct US-born app that was incredibly similar to TikTok. ByteDance — a $75 billion company — bought Musical.ly back in November 2017 in a deal valued at $1 billion. It then shut down Musical.ly a year later in order to merge it with TikTok and launch the app in the US.

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• A good winter coat should keep you warm in cold weather without weighing you down.
• Bonus points if it looks good, too.
• If you're searching for a winter coat that will keep you warm and dry without any frills, consider picking up The North Face Metropolis III Hooded Down Parka.
  

Part of the problem with finding a satisfactory winter coat is that it's really hard to tell whether a jacket will be warm enough for the dead of winter until you're wearing it in the dead of winter. Sure, the coat might seem cozy from the comfort of a dressing room. But is it really going to stand up to subzero temps once you bring it outside?

When shopping for a winter coat, it's essential to keep your lifestyle and location in mind. Are you looking for a heavy-duty parka? Something stylish to keep you warm from the office to the train station? A full-on duffle coat for Arctic temperatures?

Regardless, winter coats are getting cooler by the second. It's certainly possible to both be warm and look hip at the exact same time. Not every option on this list will appeal to everyone's individual aesthetic, of course, but they will all keep you warm without much of a style sacrifice. And that's pretty important.

Here are the best women's winter coats you can buy:

• Best overall: The North Face Metropolis III Hooded Down Parka
• Best bargain coat: Orolay Women's Thickened Down Jacket
• Best wool coat: L.L. Bean Lambswool Polo Coat
• Best coat with a lifetime guarantee: Patagonia Down With It Parka
• Best professional coat: M.M. LaFleur Prospect Puffer
• Best winter parka: Fjällräven Singi Down Jacket

Updated on 10/9/2019 by Les Shu: Updated prices, links, and formatting. We'll continue to update this guide as we research and test new winter coats this season.

The best winter coat overall

You can't get much cozier than a puffer coat, and The North Face Metropolis III Hooded Down Parka is the best of the best — warm and not too puffy.

Sometimes, you just need to be warm. On those occasions, you can't go wrong with the Metropolis III Hooded Down Parka from The North Face. It's a long-length quilted goose-down puffer coat designed to fit from the neck to the knees.

Despite the description, it's not actually that puffy. The silhouette is rather sleek, albeit designed to withstand bone-chilling temperatures.

The coat comes with a cozy removable hood, which is nice if you're not a hat lover or when it isn't needed. The material is water-resistant, making it ideal for snowy weather. It's also machine washable.

The North Face coats are exceedingly well-reviewed, and the Metropolis III, in particular, has a high rating among Nordstrom shoppers.

One shopper wrote of the Metropolis II, "I've had the opportunity to wear this in temps below 15 degrees F and have been comfortably warm. I love the fact that the coat is very lightweight and even stylish as far as winter down parkas go."

Note: We previously recommended the Metropolis II. We've updated our recommendation to the newer Metropolis III, a similar parka that offers more wind resistance and uses recycled materials. However, it is slightly heavier. — Erin Mayer

Pros: Sleek design, not too bulky, super warm, water-resistant with detachable hood, improved wind resistance, use of recycled fabric

Cons: Slightly heavier than the Metropolis II, pricey

The best affordable coat

It's not often that a winter coat becomes an online sensation, but the Orolay Thickened Down Jacket is the exception.

I'm always skeptical of items that have thousands upon thousands of reviews online but that I've never heard about in real life. The Orolay Thickened Down Jacket is a hit with Amazon fans and a number of fashion experts. Plus, I have proof people wear it — I saw a former co-worker of mine in the jacket at New York Fashion Week.

This puffer coat, which became a sensation a couple years ago, has a "downtown cool" silhouette with a high-low hemline and oversized front pockets. It's well-priced for a 90% duck down jacket that will actually keep you pretty warm. It's not the winter coat you'll want to wear in extreme cold, but it's certainly cozy enough for the walk from the train to your front door.

This coat has been compared to the more expensive options from Canada Goose. Many Amazon reviewers noted how warm this jacket is, though it's worth mentioning that it is not waterproof, so you'll probably want something else for rainstorms or intense snow.

"I've worn this in North Dakota and Washington state, in temperatures down to 15 degrees. I've been wearing normal shirts underneath and have been toasty. When we get to sub-zero temps I'll switch to sweaters underneath and expect the coat to be fine," one shopper said. — Erin Mayer

Pros: Stylish, relatively inexpensive for down, unique design

Cons: Not waterproof

The best wool winter coat

You don't need a down jacket to stay warm in winter — the wool L.L. Bean Classic Lambswool Polo Coat can do the same and provide some style, too.

If you're not a fan of puffer jackets or anything stuffed with down, wool is warm enough to withstand cold temperatures and allows for a more sophisticated look than many other materials.

The L.L. Bean Classic Lambswool Polo Coat is a 3/4-length jacket with lapels and three buttons down the front. It's a simple, timeless silhouette that will go with anything. It comes in four colors, including a fun raspberry shade of pink and traditional olive green.

"This coat is warm and comfortable," one L.L. Bean shopper wrote. "The fabric is notably good: dense but soft. The lining is very well done, with what looks like sturdy sticking. The fit was as expected, with room for a couple layers underneath." The coat is also recommended by Good Housekeeping. — Erin Mayer

Pros: Lined wool jacket warm enough for colder climates, sophisticated silhouette that goes with more formal outfits

Cons: May need to size up if you want to layer

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The best women's winter parka

Fjällräven's Singi Down Jacket has a feminine fit, classic parka style, and a rugged design that's made to last for decades.

If you're the kind of girl who likes to go ski, snowshoe, or hike in the snow-covered forest, you need a more active-friendly parka that can take you where you need to go. Fjällräven's Singi Down Jacket is that parka.

Having tested this jacket myself during an intense surprise snowstorm in New York City, I stand by the protective warm and durability of this jacket, and many other happy Fjällräven fans agree with me.

Fjällräven has been making outdoor gear that can handle the extreme cold and powerful snow of Scandinavia since it was founded in 1960. Skiiers, hikers, snowshoers, and adventurers of all types love the company's outwear because it is made to last.

The G-1000 canvas fabric on the outside of the Singi jacket is made from a blend of recycled polyester and organic cotton that's durable. You can wax it down for added water-resistance or leave it bare for more breathability.

The jacket has a wealth of pockets, too, and they're roomy, so you can stuff your gloves, phone, sunglasses, and whatever else you need into them for safekeeping.

To keep you warm, Fjällräven uses a mix of 80% goose down and 20% feathers for the 600 CUIN filling. Because the Swedish company is heavily focused on sustainability, the down is responsibly sourced. That means you don't have to worry about the maltreatment of the geese who gave their feathers and down for your warm.

You won't find real fur on this parka, either, which is a relief to animal lovers. Instead, the hood has a removable faux-fur ruff that's of much higher quality than the scraggly looking faux fur you find on cheaper coats. 

Even though the build quality is exceptional, what really makes this winter coat shine is the attention to detail. Fjällräven adds unique little touches to the design like its iconic fox design on the button snaps and arm patch. The leather zipper pulls are also imprinted with the little fox.

The shape of the jacket is surprisingly feminine, too, and it has drawcords so you can accentuate your waist and not look shapeless in the snowy weather. I love the extra details because they make the jacket stand out. The extra color options — like the deep reddish-purple garnet shade I chose — make a big difference, too.

The Singi jacket also happens to have the best hood I've ever found on a winter coat. It doesn't fall in my eyes, it stays in place, and it truly blocks out incoming snow and wind gusts. 

This parka would have been our overall pick if it wasn't for the high price tag. Still, we absolutely recommend you consider this parka if your budget allows. — Malarie Gokey

Pros: Sustainable down, rugged design, feminine fit, good color options, made to last, very warm, water resistant

Cons: Expensive

The best professional-looking coat

Looking for a sophisticated winter coat? M.M. LaFleur's Prospect Puffer is a chic wrap coat with the warmth and functionality of a puffer jacket. 

Many traditional winter jackets, even the cool ones, would look supremely awkward with a professional wardrobe. Often, it's a choice between pairing chic trousers with a lumpy duffle coat or shivering during the morning commute in a tissue-thin trench.

Workwear brand M.M. LaFleur has the solution with the Prospect Puffer. It's a beautiful wool wrap coat that offers "ski-jacket-level warmth," courtesy of down lining. A sash cinches the waist for a lovely hourglass silhouette, while a hidden zipper ensures your jacket won't fall open in the middle of a windstorm.

The truly original wool coat-meets-puffer design makes this a jacket worth shelling out some serious cash for, as Insider Picks reporter Mara Leighton pointed out in her review. 

"It doesn't come cheap, but it's helpful to note that name brand tailored wool trench coats can [be more expensive], so getting both a trench and puffer for the same price winds up being a pretty great deal," she wrote.

The coat is available in sizes XS to XL. It's currently only available in black, but there's no better color when it comes to everyday outerwear. — Erin Mayer

Pros: Sleek style, lined with down

Cons: Expensive

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The best winter boots for women

All too often, women's winter boots put fashion above function and you end up with cold wet feet. We tested dozens of winter boots to find the best ones for warmth, style, and comfort.

To test these boots, we dunked them in a tub filled with icy water and tried to make them slip on patches of ice. We wore them on cold days to see how warm they were and stepped into deep puddles on rainy days to test water resistance. We walked for miles on snowy stretches of sidewalk in New York City and waded through snow banks in Central Park to vet these boots.

Our opinions are also backed up by expert reviewers and actual buyers, so rest assured — these winter boots are guaranteed to keep your feet warm, dry, and happy all winter long and for many winters to come.

Here are the best winter boots for women:

• Best winter boots overall: UGG Adirondack III Boots
• Best tall winter boots: Sorel Joan of Arctic Boots
• Best tough winter boots: Columbia Bugaboot IV Winter Boots
• Best stylish winter boots: Sorel Slimpack II Lace Boots
• Best winter boots made in America: L.L.Bean Shearling-lined Bean Boots
• Best mid-calf winter boots: Columbia Heavenly Omni-Heat Lace-Up Boots
• Best sustainably made winter boots: Kamik Sienna Boots
• Best extra warm winter boots: L.L.Bean Pro Wildcat Boots
• Best stylish winter boots for the city: UGG Fraser Boots

The best winter coats for men

A good winter coat will keep you warm and dry even when the snow is falling and the wind is howling. A great winter coat will keep you warm, dry, and looking good, too.

Here are the best men's winter coats you can buy:

• Best winter coat overall: Patagonia Topley Jacket
• Best waterproof: Columbia OutDry Ex Gold Down Hooded Jacket
• Best for working: Caterpillar Heavy Insulated Parka
• Best for extreme cold: Mountain Hardware Absolute Zero Parka
• Best versatile parka: Fjällräven Kyl Parka
• Best classic wool coat: Woolrich Classic Peacoat

• Daily use of a good sunscreen will fend off sunburns today, and help prevent the damage that leads to prematurely aged skin later on in life.
• We primarily recommend mineral-based sunscreens from All Good, La-Roche Posay, and Raw Elements, but for those looking for a chemical-based one, we recommend Coppertone Ultraguard SPF 70.
• Check out our other guides on the best facial sunscreen and best sport sunscreen.

Growing up in Southern California, summertime meant heading to the beach or swimming pool, a bottle of what was then labeled "tanning oil" in hand. SPF wasn't a thing back then. In fact, I often slathered mineral oil on my skin to increase the tanning effects. Of course, I paid a price for that youthful foolishness with sunburns back then, and today, in freckled patches of sun damage along with a greatly increased risk of skin cancer.

Knowledge of the powerful and dangerous effects of the sun's ultraviolet rays has come a long way in the decades since my fruitless attempts at tanning. Today, it's well understood that excessive sun exposure damages skin both on the surface and deep beneath the epidermis, and that damage is cumulative throughout your lifetime. That's why you need to use sunscreen if not daily, then at least when you'll be out in the sun for hours.

After all, no one wants their summer vacation spoiled by a painful sunburn — and certainly, no one wants to hear bad news from their dermatologist. So slather on one of the following skin-saving products and enjoy your fun in the sun, but remember — once your skin starts to turn pink, the damage has already been done. 

Understanding ultraviolet rays: UVA and UVB

There are two types of UV light that contribute to the risk of skin cancer: Ultraviolet A (UVA), which has a longer wavelength and is associated with skin aging, and Ultraviolet B (UVB), which has a shorter wavelength and is associated with skin burning. Here are a few more important facts (although, for the full rundown, you should check out The American Cancer Society's website): 

UVA

• These rays are connected to the "broad spectrum protection" you see on sunscreens. 
• While UVA rays are less intense than UVB rays, they penetrate your skin more deeply. Basically, exposure to UVA rays can cause genetic damage to cells in the top layer of your skin, where most skin cancer occurs. The skin then tries to prevent further damage by darkening (that's a suntan). In other words, tanned skin is damaged skin. 
• While we're on the topic, UVA rays are also present in tanning beds. 
• UVA rays maintain the same level of strength during the daytime throughout the year. In other words, you're not just at risk for exposure during the summer. 
• They can also penetrate windows.

UVB

• UVB rays are connected to the Sun Protection Factor (SPF) on sunscreens. That number tells you how long it would take for the sun's radiation to begin to burn your skin (if you do a little math). So, if your skin normally burns after 10 minutes in the sun, an SPF 30 sunscreen would provide 30 times the protection, or a 300-minute shield. 
• While UVB rays can cause skin damage year-round, their intensity fluctuates depending on the season and the time of day. 
• UVB rays cannot penetrate windows. 

The only compounds that protect us from the full spectrum of both UVA and UVB rays are zinc oxide and Tinosorbs M and S, which remain untested by the FDA and are thus unavailable in the US (although they're common sunscreen ingredients throughout Europe and Asia). 

Scary, huh? We'll keep an eye out for new rulings going forward.

The problems with chemical sunscreens

Last year, we found out once and for all that the active ingredients in chemical-based sunscreens were killing off coral reefs at an alarming rate. This spring, we learned that those chemicals — Avobenzone, Oxybenzone, Octocrylene, and Ecamsule — are traceable in our blood's plasma, some only after a day's use. What this means is unclear, but both the Journal of the American Medical Association and the Food and Drug Administration agree that more research is needed.

That being said, all of the active ingredients in sunscreen are potentially harmful to us. Zinc oxide and titanium dioxide (heavy and light metals, respectively), are toxic in certain doses, but they're nowhere near as harmful to the environment (and perhaps us) as the chemicals listed above, according to recent findings by the FDA, published in the Journal of the American Medical Association.

So, while the FDA takes time to decide what's safe and what's not, they recommend we all continue to use sunscreen, but maybe only physical, or mineral sunscreens, which work to reflect the sun's rays rather than absorb them, like chemical sunscreens.

Collectively, we have over a decade of experience reporting on sunscreen, and more than half a century of wearing it almost daily. We're not scientists, and we're certainly not claiming to be, but we are going to suggest that, whether it's your health or the coral reef's that concerns you more, it's probably a good move to leave the chemical sunscreen on the shelf, at least for now.

Below are physical (a.k.a. mineral-based) sunscreens that many of us at Insider Picks have tried and found to be effective. But first, there are a few things you should know. 

The pros and cons of physical sunscreens

Physical or mineral-based sunscreens are often 100% organic, using either zinc oxide or titanium dioxide to deflect UV rays, rather than absorb them like chemical sunscreens. A concentration of about 18% zinc oxide or 14.5% titanium dioxide or a certain combination thereof will do the trick.

You do, however, have a bit more work cut out with you when applying mineral-based sunscreens. Because they take so much effort to rub in, we often make the mistake of leaving skin uncovered, or less covered than it would be with chemical sunscreens.

Here are our top picks for the best sunscreen you can buy:

• Best mineral-based sunscreen overall: All Good Sunscreen Butter
• Best mineral spray-on sunscreen: Supergoop's Mineral Sunscreen Mist
• Best cheap sunscreen: Thinksport's SPF 50+ Sunscreen
• Best facial sunscreen: La Roche-Posay Anthelios Ultra-Light Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50
• Best for the water: Manda's SPF 50 Organic Sun Paste with Thanaka
• Best sunscreen for kids: Thinkbaby Safe Sunscreen SPF 50
• Best chemical sunscreen (if you must): Coppertone Ultraguard SPF 70

Editor's note: Chemical-based sunscreen is effective, but active ingredients within it (namely avobenzone, oxybenzone, and octinoxate) are being identified and reexamined by the US Food and Drug Administration as a potential endocrine disrupter (and carcinogen). These chemicals have also been linked to high mortality among corals, along with a growing list of other aquatic creatures. 

Updated on 10/9/2019 by Owen Burke and Caitlin Petreycik: Updated copy, links, and text. We are currently researching and testing new options for a future update.

The best sunscreen overall

All Good sunscreens are all waterproof and made with a small selection of high-quality, all-organic inactive ingredients on top of a generous (but not gloppy) 25% concentration of zinc oxide.

All Good is clean, inoffensive-smelling (no strawberry daiquiri scents here), and has a short list of high-quality, easy-to-pronounce inactive ingredients in addition to the (active) zinc oxide. Not too gloppy, not too dry, this is a mineral sunscreen that doesn't take much effort to apply, and leaves a minimal cast. As an outdoors enthusiast outside of the office, I tend to rely on All Good most often.

Apart from blending well, it has a minimal ingredient list, and a healthy helping of zinc oxide (25%) to ensure that you get full coverage (about 20% is the recommended amount according to The Sunscreen Doc, but a bit more doesn't hurt).

Except for All Good's kids' spray sunscreens, the brand receives a top rating from the Environmental Working Group (EWG) based on their ingredient list. While it's important to note that the EWG doesn't test sunscreens for consistency or easy application, they do account for every ingredient listed, rating them based on scientific research findings (from within and outside of the organization) relating to toxicity and other potential health and environmental hazards. We use this as a guideline, but not a definitive recommendation.

The secondary concern we have as consumers is, of course, whether or not a sunscreen will make us look like Casper the Friendly Ghost, or the proverbial zinc-oxide-clad snout of a lifeguard on their tower. (For a truly cosmetic-friendly sunscreen, you might consider Beatycounter's Countersun sunscreen, which we reviewed.)

Apart from its EWG endorsement, All Good also receives praise from Goop, Mother Jones and Organic Authority, with the latter emphasizing that it's long-lasting and works exceptionally well on little ones, though it does leave a slight cast.

While all mineral sunscreens are going to leave a little trace, at least at first, some blend in better than others. The issue we find over and over again in our research is that many products are too quick to set, and almost impossible to rub in; All Good has, even after incessant exposure to elements, held consistency and remained highly applicable in our experience. Our favorite is the Organic Sunscreen Butter, which doesn't quite rub in as well (at least not as immediately) as All Good's Tinted SPF 30, but includes a healthy 25% concentration of zinc oxide as opposed to 12%, and comes in a compact one-ounce (plastic-free) tin. — Owen Burke, Senior Reporter

Pros: Wide variety of sunscreens, many come in eco-friendly/non-plastic containers

Cons: None, but we wish that all of All Good's products came in eco-friendly containers

The best spray-on sunscreen

Supergoop's Mineral Sunscreen Mist isn't the best protection you'll get with mineral sunscreen, but it's the best spray-on one we've found yet. It goes on cleanly, smoothly, and evenly.

Generally speaking, spray-on sunscreens aren't the best because we tend to spray them on too thinly and miss spots entirely. Mineral sunscreens are even more troublesome because they don't tend to spray well in the first place, and often dry out to the point of becoming impossible to use.

Supergoop's Mineral Sunscreen Mist works fairly well, but it's light-duty, and while it rubs in with hardly any residue, it only contains 12% zinc oxide, which falls short of the recommended 18% (or more). Still, it's the best we've found.

Our previous pick, from Bare Republic, had a combination of 15% zinc oxide and 4.3% titanium dioxide, which seems just right, and spreads evenly, but still left a white cast. Then, over time, our sample suddenly began to thicken to the point of nearly solidifying, and we couldn't get it to spread or rub in.

What you can do with Supergoop's Mineral Sunscreen Mist is vigilantly apply it frequently (maybe every hour) to make up for the lower SPF rating.

In the end, most of us aren't trying to look pasty on the plage, and we get that. Supergoop strikes a happy medium between how much people care about protecting their skin and putting themselves at risk for skin cancer, how much they don't want that white cast. The Huffington Post, The Strategist, and Glamour all love Supergoop for this reason. Give Supergoop a go, but make sure to reapply often.

Editor's note: We're in the process of testing and reviewing Supergoop's Play sunscreen, which comes with ample zinc oxide and a touch of titanium dioxide. We like it so far, and will report back soon. Read more about our findings so far at the bottom of this page.

Pros: Applies easily and cleanly, works fairly well

Cons: Expensive, not quite the recommended amount of active ingredients in most sunscreens

The best cheap sunscreen

The best cosmetic sunscreen

La Roche-Posay Anthelios Ultra-Light Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 is a physical sunscreen that protects from UVA/UVB rays and free radicals without making you look pale and shiny.

Physical sunscreens — formulas that block UV rays by forming a sort of shield over the skin — can be really uncomfortable. Many of them feel heavy, pill up when you try to rub them in or apply makeup on top, or give the skin, especially darker complexions, a strange white cast.

La Roche-Posay Anthelios Ultra-Light Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 delivers the UVA/UVB and free radical protection you can expect from physical sunscreens without the negative side effects. The formula contains 6% titanium dioxide and 5% zinc oxide to shield the skin from sun damage and an antioxidant complex called senna alata to protect from environmental damage.

This sunscreen comes in a lightly tinted version or a non-tinted version. The tint will prevent white cast and flashback in photos, but it's not a foundation. There's not really any coverage. You can apply other makeup over the top, so you don't have to worry too much about color-matching. The tint is really there to make it easier to wear if you have a medium to deep skin tone. If you opt for the non-tinted, you'll get more of a traditional white liquid sunscreen formula that absorbs easily into the skin.

La Roche-Posay Anthelios sunscreens are popular with both shoppers and experts. This one, in particular, has been recommended by Refinery29 Senior Beauty Editor Lexy Lebsack. She writes, "It's incredibly light and soaks in immediately, but it's also hydrating enough to take the place of my morning moisturizer."

The brand's sunscreens have recently been endorsed by The Strategist, Allure, Health, Elle, and Redbook. — Jada Wong, Insider Picks Editor

Pros: Tinted and non-tinted, protects from UVA/UVB rays and free radicals, water-resistant up to 40 minutes, safe for sensitive skin

Cons: Pricey, probably too little protection for direct/intense sunlight (the FDA and EWG recommend about 20% of zinc oxide or titanium dioxide)

The best sunscreen for a day in the water

Manda's SPF 50 Organic Sun Paste with Thanaka is about as stripped down as sunscreen gets with eight very basic and natural ingredients. This is the stuff you want if you're in or on the water all day, especially in the tropics.

Most sunscreens, even the ones that claim water-resistance, wash off pretty quickly in the water, and especially in the surf. Surfers and swimmers need something that water won't ablate. Manda doesn't wash off, and to that point, doesn't run at all, so you shouldn't find it burning your eyes.

Cake this stuff on. That's the point. Don't be embarrassed. No matter how hard you try, it will not rub in, and if it does, you've probably spread it too thin, or at least beyond its optimal efficacy. For that reason, I wouldn't recommend it for running about town, but it works wonders for aquatic enthusiasts, as well as perspiring, landlubbing athletes who spend prolonged periods of time in intense and/or direct sunlight.

And while khaki/beige might not be the most flattering hue to smear over any shade of human flesh, it sure beats ghost white or atomic orange. Although Manda's 20% concentration of zinc oxide can simultaneously dry out your skin and clog your pores, Manda has taken the unique step to include what might be the oldest sunscreen known to humankind.

Thanaka, the mustard-yellow paste that gives Manda its tint, is made from a small, shrubby, southeast Asian tree by the same name, and was made popular over two millennia ago in Myanmar for a bevy of dermatological reasons.

Apart from being a mildly effective natural sunscreen, thanaka is a regenerative antioxidant and an anti-bacterial, anti-fungal moisturizer that is also regularly used in Myanmar to treat acne. Further, it's likely that it inhibits the enzyme tyrosine's production of melanin, which might help reduce the development of melanoma and even brighten your complexion — not that it needs brightening.

This sunscreen is also — weirdly — entirely food-safe. I personally tested that claim, and may or may not have reached for seconds.

Pros: Familiar, all-natural, and food-safe ingredients

Cons: Expensive (but not bad if you only use it on your face)

The best sunscreen for kids

If you want to use safe, natural products on your children's delicate skin, you'll love Thinkbaby Safe Sunscreen SPF 50.

Given a number one rating by the Environmental Working Group, Thinkbaby Safe Sunscreen SPF 50 uses mineral zinc oxide to block UVA and UVB radiation, along with a host of other natural, skin-soothing ingredients such as aloe, jojoba oil, Vitamin C, and raspberry seed oil.

This sunscreen is free of all potentially harmful chemicals, including Nanoparticles that might enter the bloodstream through the skin. It's safe for delicate skin, even on babies as young as six months old. It's important to note that no sunscreen is allowed to advertise as safe for children younger than six months of age. Pediatricians recommend babies that young be kept out of the sun altogether.

Thinkbaby Safe Sunscreen goes on thick and does leave a white cast, as is typical with most zinc oxide sunscreens. It doesn't dry the skin, however, or feel especially greasy, although it does leave skin shiny.

Pros: No potentially harmful chemicals, pleasant smell, effectiveness

Cons: Expensive, leaves skin shiny, white cast

The best chemical sunscreen (if you must)

Why you'll love it: Coppertone Ultraguard SPF 70 lets you enjoy the great outdoors longer without skin damage.

Non-greasy, hypoallergenic, water-resistant, and without added fragrance, Coppertone Ultraguard SPF 70 is a great way to protect your skin whether you're spending the day at the beach, playing a game of softball at the park, or just taking your dog for an afternoon walk.

It doesn't have a strong scent and best of all, it dries quickly and cleanly without that ghostly white cast some sunscreens leave. Although it is water-resistant, you should still reapply after swimming, of course.

Expert reviewers and buyers alike approve of the sunscreen. Coppertone's Ultraguard SPF 70 is the number one recommended sunscreen at Wirecutter. The reviewers praise the sunscreen for its strong protection and easy application. They also like the plastic bottle, because it's easy to hold and close, even with wet or slippery hands.

Consumer Reports also gives this sunscreen high marks with an overall score of 94 out of 100. They found it to be excellent at blocking both UVA and UVB rays, and also very good at performing at the stated SPF of 70.

Editor's Note: Chemical-based sunscreen is generally okay, as long as you're not hyper-allergic to organic compounds like oxybenzone or octinoxate, but please keep these damaging chemicals well away from waterways, where they have been linked to high mortality among corals, along with a growing list of other aquatic creatures.

Pros: Effective performance, non-greasy feel, hypoallergenic, reasonable price

Cons: Highly toxic to reefs, waterways, the creatures that call them home, and you

Other brands and products we considered, and what we look forward to trying

Other brands we considered

Badger (available at Amazon): Badger is one of my personal favorite sunscreen brands, and I find it to be among the absolute most effective sunscreens, but it can be extremely difficult to rub in (let alone squeeze out of the bottle), and it does leave a noticeable cast. If you're really out in the elements though, this is a solid pick.

Bare Republic (available at Amazon): Our previous top pick for a spray-on mineral-based sunscreen, Bare Republic worked wonderfully until it didn't. We gathered it might be something about heavy (and soft) metals being put through pressure, but it finally became so dry that we weren't able to spread it at all.

Blue Lizard (Available at Amazon): Blue Lizard is a popular sunscreen around the world, and while we like that it rubs in well, and that its ingredients include both titanium dioxide and zinc oxide, the 5% and 10% concentrations, respectively, fall a little short of what's advised by The Sunscreen Doc. Insider Picks editor Jada Wong points out, though, that she's happy to reapply more frequently if it means she gets to use an easy-to-apply sunscreen that rubs in well. Still, we don't like that the brand doesn't openly advertise the concentrations of active ingredients in their formula.

CeraVe (available at Amazon): CeraVe applies well, but it's another one of those brands that offers formulas that don't include a high enough concentration of active ingredients. This product, for example, which is considered SPF 50, only offers 9% titanium dioxide and 7% zinc oxide.

MyChelle Sunshield (available at Amazon, $16.50): We liked wearing MyChelle. It went on easily and seemed to work well, but there's a long list of ingredients, some of which are allergens and immunotoxins. If your skin isn't too sensitive, you might give it a go.

Supergoop! (available at Amazon): Supergoop!'s Mineral Sunscreen Mist works fairly well, but it's light-duty, and while it rubs in with hardly any residue, it only contains 12% zinc oxide, which, like many other Supergoop! sunscreens, falls short of the recommended 18-20% (or more).

What we look forward to trying next

Neutrogena SheerZinc Dry-Touch (Target, $10.99): 

Supergoop! Play (Nordstrom, $36): We're already underway with testing this one. Supergoop!'s Play comes with ample zinc oxide (24%) and a small (2%) dose of titanium oxide which seems unnecessary, but maybe there's something to it. Either way, a 24% zinc oxide concentration is plenty, and if it doesn't leave a cast, it'll give most higher-end sunscreens a run for their money. I, for one, am a big fan so far, but a few others on the Insider Picks team have noticed a white cast after applying (I have not). It might be subjective based on your skin, but it certainly does work.

What's the difference between chemical and mineral sunscreens?

Chemical sunscreens absorb into the skin where they then absorb UV rays by using a combination of two "active," or sun-screening organic compounds, which include avobenzone, oxybenzone, octisalate, octinoxate, octocrylene, and homosalate. Mineral sunscreens almost exclusively use zinc oxide and/or titanium dioxide, which mostly remain on the skin's surface and reflect UV rays.

While zinc oxide (and titanium dioxide, though to a lesser degree) have been researched, tested, and mostly endorsed as reasonably safe sunscreen ingredients for many decades, the jury is still largely out on the active organic compounds used in chemical sunscreens, which are considerably younger.

Oxybenzone and octinoxate have been identified as sources for both coral reef mortality (where tourism is prevalent) and moderate to high rates of skin allergy, but general research on them is highly inconclusive as of yet. Still, some of these organic chemical compounds — namely oxybenzone — are starting to see restrictions worldwide, with Mexico and Hawaii already establishing bans.

Mineral sunscreens are not entirely free from controversy, either. Zinc oxide and titanium dioxide can be manufactured as ultra-fine nanoparticles (measured in nanometers), which appear to be harming reefs, too.

NPR reported in 2015 on a study published in the journal "Archives of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology," which estimated that some 6,000-14,000 tons of sunscreen end up coating coral reefs worldwide every year. Last year, forensic ecotoxicologist Craig Downs, Ph.D., told Vogue to look for products with "non-nano" ingredients larger than 150 nanometers, at which size their toxicity level to sea creatures — and to you, as a respiratory threat — becomes minute.

Navigating the retail market with this information can be tricky. Terms that suggest environmental and social responsibility like "reef-safe" (more like reef-considerate) and "non-nano" are largely, if not entirely unregulated, so take them with a grain of salt, and do your best to find brands that support these claims. We will too. — Owen Burke

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The best moisturizers you can buy

The right moisturizer can give you healthy, smooth, and soft skin. Here are our all-time favorites:

• Best moisturizer overall: CeraVe Moisturizing Cream
• Best facial moisturizer for under $25: Neutrogena Hydro Boost
• Best drugstore facial moisturizer for oily skin: La Roche-Posay Effaclar Mat
• Best inexpensive organic facial moisturizer: Pacifica Coconut Probiotic Water Rehab Cream
• Best drugstore body moisturizer for very dry skin: Vaseline Intensive Care Advanced Repair Unscented Lotion
• Best inexpensive moisturizer for very sensitive skin: Vanicream Moisturizing Skin Cream
• Best moisturizer with clean ingredients: Nécessaire Body Lotion
• Best antiaging facial moisturizer for less than $25: Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream
• Best drugstore hand cream: Aveeno Active Naturals Skin Relief Hand Cream

The best anti-aging serums you can buy

Let's face it, there's nothing you can do about getting older, but you can delay the signs of aging with a good serum. Here are our top picks for the best anti-aging serums you can buy:

• Best serum overall: Clinique Smart Custom-Repair Serum 
• Best serum on a budget: Olay Regenerist Micro Sculpting Anti-aging Serum
• Best serum to splurge on: Skinceuticals C E Ferulic Serum
• Best all-natural serum: Juice Beauty Stem Cellular Anti-Wrinkle Booster Serum 
• Best serum for acne-prone skin: Instanatural Age-defying Skin Clearing Serum