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What is Google Lens?

Gone are the days of describing an item of clothing in excruciating detail to Google in order to find the website that sells it.

In recent years, Google Lens has made searching for specific products and places faster and easier than ever before, but what is Lens and how does it work? Keep reading to discover everything you need to know about Google’s image recognition technology. 

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What is Google Lens? 

Google Lens is an image recognition technology developed by Google and found in the Google app. The feature was first announced in 2017 and continued to grow and gain new features in the years that followed.

Google Lens lets you search the web using your device’s camera or images from your camera roll rather than a traditional text prompt. This makes it possible to find the origin of an image, visually similar images and related content in a matter of seconds. 

Other uses for Google Lens include translating text from one language to another, identifying plants and animals, reading barcodes and QR codes and scanning Wi-Fi labels to connect to a network. The technology can even recommend food from a menu and calculate tips and split bills simply by pointing the camera at a receipt.

Google Lens is especially handy when travelling as tourists can point their smartphone cameras at street signs, menus and other longer forms of text to translate them instantly.

So, how does it work?

“Lens compares objects in your picture to other images, and ranks those images based on their similarity and relevance to the objects in the original picture”, explains Google on its website. “Lens also uses its understanding of the objects in your picture to find other relevant results from the web. Lens may also use other helpful signals, such as words, language and other metadata on the image’s host site, to determine ranking and relevance”. 

If there’s enough of a gap between this ranking, Lens will prioritise the most relevant result. Google uses the example of a dog, explaining that if Lens identifies a breed as 95% German Shepherd and 5% Corgi, the technology will show results for German Shepherds as this is the most visually similar result. 

Likewise, if Lens suspects you’re searching for a specific product from an image, it’ll use user ratings and any text or barcodes it can see to help return relevant results, including more information on that product and where to buy it.

The company claims its Lens algorithm isn’t affected by ads. The feature will, however, use your location (if you let it) to return more accurate results, such as further information on specific places and landmarks based on where it thinks you are.

How do I access Google Lens? 

Accessing Google Lens is simple. For Android users, it can be as easy as opening their phone’s camera app, while iOS users and other Android users will need to download the Google app.

Then, simply tap the camera icon to capture a photo or upload an image directly from your camera roll.

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Entire Minnesota Town’s Police Department Quits | The Gateway Pundit

The entire police department for a small town in southeastern Minnesota quit over a pay dispute.

The Goodhue Police Department, including the police chief, resigned over issues with pay.

“Since the resignations have been handed in by our police department, it has been recommended by our city attorney that at this point we need to pursue our other options,” mayor Ellen Anderson Buck said at a city council meeting. “So, at this point, there’s no reason to really talk about pay increases since we no longer have a police force.”

The city has a population of about 1,300.

Members of the Goodhue Police Department were being paid $22 an hour.

NBC News reported:

A small city in southeastern Minnesota could be left without a police department after the whole force recently resigned, according to officials.

The Goodhue Police Department resigned due to issues with the city’s pay, Mayor Ellen Anderson Buck said at a city council meeting Monday. The city is located in a county by the same name, and has a population of just over 1,000, according to its website.

The city council met to discuss options for police coverage following the department’s resignation. The meeting was initially called so the city could discuss salary increases for the department, but the entire team resigned before it could happen.

Police Chief Josh Smith submitted his resignation at a city council meeting on Aug. 9, the Associated Press reported. A full-time officer and five part-time employees resigned two days after learning about Smith.

At a July 26 city council meeting, Smith said there were “zero applicants” for the city’s police department and disclosed that other law enforcement agencies were trying to recruit him and his colleagues.

“So, right now with our current, trying to hire at $22 an hour, you’re never going to see another person again walk through those doors, that’s it,” Smith said. “Unless you guys do a dramatic change.”

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Forget the iPhone 15 Pro – key iPhone 16 Pro features tipped

Never mind those iPhone 15 Pro leaks and rumours, the investors are already moving on to the iPhone 16 Pro and its fresh features.

Analyst Jeff Pu has issued a note to investors (seen by 9to5Mac) about what next years premium Apple smartphone model, the iPhone 16 Pro, will have to offer. This comes about a month before the iPhone 15 Pro is set to be announced.

Of course, by virtue of their being tipped here, these iPhone 16 Pro features are almost certainly not coming to this year’s iPhone 15 Pro. They have some immediate utility, even if they’re discussing a product that’s more than a year away.

Onto the claims themselves. According to Pu, the iPhone 16 Pro will feature a 48MP ultra-wide camera, up from the current 12MP set-up. This one’s been floating around for a while now. Indeed, this time last year, it was being claimed that this feature would be coming to the iPhone 14 Pro.

It will see the ultra-wide camera matching the resolution of the main camera, with the iPhone 14 Pro seeing the introduction of Apple’s first 48MP sensor late last year.

Other claims from Pu are that the iPhone 16 Pro will pack Wi-Fi 7 support, as well as upgraded Bluetooth and Ultra Wideband chips. The latter changes apparently aren’t yet finalised, so could change.

As with the current range – and, reportedly, the iPhone 15 family – the iPhone 16 Pro models will get the true next-gen processor in the A18 Bionic, while the iPhone 16 will get the older A17 Bionic.

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Summer in Lapland: Experience Mountain Biking & Hiking in Finland!

You may not believe it, but Levi, Finland is not just a ski resort in the winter.

The Levitunturi mountain offers breathtaking 360° views of Lapland and slopes in all directions even in summer and fall. Best of all, Levi is a true paradise for active people and families in the warmer months as well!

Unfortunately, this is not so well known outside Finland. But now you know, and you can look forward to a great summer vacation in Levi.

Experience summer in Levi with mountain biking and hiking! Discover the best routes for beginners and advanced bikers, experience the adventure of the bike park or hike through breathtaking scenery. There is also a lot to discover for families with small children.

In our article you will learn all about the services in the village, where to stay and how to get to Levi.

So grab your hiking boots or mountain bike and let’s go!

After reading this article, you will have all the information you need to make your summer vacation in Lapland unforgettable. And who knows, you might even meet a reindeer on your way through the Finnish wilderness.

Our Finland expert, Hendrik, visited Levi with his family in the summer.

Here is an overview:

Pieto on Blue Groove in Levi, Lapland, Finland.

Levitunturi – “Fjell of Levi” in Finnish – is a majestic mountain in Southern Lapland, standing alone and proud.

Once you climb a few hundred meters, you are rewarded with a breathtaking view of the surrounding landscape: the impressive Pallas Mountains to the northwest, the Ylläs Mountains some 35 kilometers to the west, as well as lakes, small fjells and countless forests. At the foot of the mountains lies the charming village of Sirkka, which serves as a base for adventure and exploration.

Take the gondola up the mountain, where you can either race down the summer toboggan run or explore the area on one of the many hiking trails.

A true paradise for nature lovers and explorers!

Pallastunturi in Levi, Lapland, Finland.Mountainbiking in and around Levi

Not only does Levi have a famous bike park, which I’ll talk about later, but there’s also plenty to discover for those who aren’t necessarily looking for the adrenaline rush of downhill riding.

With a large network of mountain bike trails that allow for adventurous day rides on single trails and through picturesque forests, less risk-averse bikers will also find their money’s worth.

For my test, I tried the Levi Tunturi Trail, a roughly 18km route that circles Mount Levitunturi, and I was really impressed with the excellent maintenance of the trail. Some may feel it is more like a highway than a trail, but I have seen many trails that have destroyed the nature around them due to the high number of visitors.

From my experience I can say that well maintained trails are much better for the environment in these situations.

Mountain Biking in Levi, Lapland, Finland.

Kota in Levi, Lapland, Finland.

Especially for young mountain biking beginners, these trails offer a safe way to improve their off-road skills.

Experienced riders will also have fun doing the loop around Levitunturi Trail in competition style and testing their speed. But there are many other trails in the area, such as a ride to Ylläs and back, or exploring the lesser-known places around Levi.

You don’t need a car in Levi, as the village is quite small. However, if you want to get around faster, you can switch to a bicycle and get around town. We used four rental bikes to get to the Levi Bike and Activity Park, which is only 3 km from our accommodation and was easily managed even by our five year old.

Mountain Bike Trail in Levi, Lapland, Finland.Levi with small kidsLevi Adventure Park

Speaking of our five year old, Levi is not only a pro at steep descents, but also has a lot to offer the younger kids!

Have you heard about the Adventure Park at Gondolintie? There are lots of free things for toddlers and small children, such as an awesome playground, a small zip line parkour near the ground, and pedal cars, which our daughter just loved.

When the weather is warm and sunny, this is a great place to go – but don’t forget to pack plenty of sunscreen, as there is very little shade!

Kids track at Levi Adventure Park in Lapland, Finland.

Cart Track at Levi Adventure Park in Lapland, Finland.

For kids over 115 cm tall, the big zipline parkour is an absolutely brilliant activity – my son and wife loved it.

Before you get started, there’s an introductory course where you learn all about climbing and the different features. After that, you get to choose one of several routes – everything from ziplining for almost 1,000m to climbing over fun obstacles.

I’m telling you, this looks so much fun! I’m already excited and can’t wait for our daughter to be big enough on her next visit to Levi so we can all experience this adrenaline rush together.

Parcours at the Levi Adventure Park in Lapland, Finland.Tonttula Elves Village

On the last day of our vacation, we visited the elven village of Tonttula, which is located a bit away from Sirkka. A short taxi ride took us there.

Here we were able to take a guided tour, make Christmas decorations and bake gingerbread cookies – our children especially enjoyed this.

We also visited the big cave and got to pet some farm animals. We ate lunch here and took a short hike on the forest trail.

Despite the fact that it was July and a little out of season for us parents, the visit was overall very nice and fun for all of us, especially our children.

Pretty buildings at Tonttula in Lapland, Finland.

Feeding the lamb at Tonttula in Lapland, Finland.

Levi Bike Park

A couple of years ago I watched my friend Kaddi go downhill mountain biking and thought, “Wow, that looks pretty cool!”

Thanks to Jesper, who I met on my vacation in Åre, I got to experience what it was like to ride down steep hills. It was really exciting and I had a lot of fun.

In fact, it’s much easier and safer than you might think. That’s why I was even more excited when I had the chance to ride downhill with my son at Levi Bike Park, one of the oldest bike parks in Finland.

It was an unforgettable experience and we both had a great time!

Village Trail at the Levi Bike Park in Lapland, Finland.

First, we picked up our downhill bikes at the Levi Bike Park store and equipped ourselves with our protective gear. From POC knee pads to body harnesses and helmets to gloves and shirts, it was all there.

Then we met our instructor Pieto, who is not only a trail builder in Levi. Our group consisted of six people with different skill levels, but Pieto was able to cater to each of us. Even I, as an experienced rider, was able to learn something.

After an introduction to our bikes, we took the gondola up the mountain and started our tour on the Village Trail.

The green trail is perfect for beginners and also offers great views and exciting features. We are sure this trail will be very popular in the future!

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We did the trail in stages, taking breaks to practice different skills. For example, we learned how to make turns and ride waves.

After mastering the Village Trail at the Levi Activity Center, we took the gondola back up to the Blue Groove Trail. This is one of the most popular trails in Levi and has lots of exciting berms and features – all at an easy Blue Trail level.

We had a lot of fun!

Learning to ride Berms at the Levi Bike Park in Lapland, Finland.

Riding down the Village Trail at the Levi Bike Park in Lapland, Finland.

In the afternoon, my son and I rode the Village Trail and the South Route with Pieto. We had the trails to ourselves and could really put the pedal to the metal.

Even though there were a lot of riders and bikers coming up the mountain, the trails were quiet. Even on the popular Blue Groove we could easily stop and take pictures without anyone getting in our way.

What a feeling!

With more than ten trails of varying degrees of difficulty, the riders were spread out very evenly. This also means that slower riders don’t feel like they’re holding others back. Top!

South Route at the Levi Bike Park in Lapland, Finland.

We had some really cool days at the Levi Bike Park!

My son and I rode a lot of trails and he did it all without fear and with great technique – and that’s after only one lesson! He told me that he really enjoyed the experience and since we are back home he has been riding his Woom OFF Air on the trails near us and he is having a blast.

So cool!

Village Trail – Levi Bike Park in Lapland, Finland.

As a side note, many ski resorts around the world are deserted during the summer months. This is of course not ideal for the local communities. That’s why I fully support the idea of villages where you can live all year round.

Fortunately, there are services like the Levi Bike Park that ensure that hotels, restaurants, and even the expensive gondola and lift infrastructure don’t have to shut down when the ski season is over.

Services like these and others keep the small village of Sirkka bustling year-round and allow its residents to make a living from January to December. How cool is that?

Blue Groove at the Levi Bike Park in Lapland, Finland.Hiking in Levi

Almost every evening I made a short or longer hike up Levitunturi.

In summer in Lapland there is an incomparable golden hour that makes my photographer’s heart beat faster every time. The great weather and magnificent views make every hike an unforgettable experience.

Although there are some marked trails leading up and around the mountain, I mostly just walked around and explored the surroundings. I especially enjoyed visiting Santa’s Cabin, climbing to the top, and just following little trails that looked promising.

If you want to learn more about how these mountains were formed, you should definitely visit the Ice Age Trail. There are also many other trails to explore around Levi – a quick search on Retkikartta will help you find and explore them all!

Reindeer chilling in the Evening Sun in Levi, Lapland, Finland.

Sunny views over Levi in Lapland, Finland.

Services in the village

In Sirkka, with its well laid out center, you will discover a variety of shops and services.

A fantastic experience for the kids and me was the summer toboggan run, where you can ride alone or with a companion on a 2-person sled.

The attraction is very popular and it is recommended to come in the early morning or early afternoon to avoid long waits. After 4pm it can get very crowded and you can expect to wait up to an hour to get up and down.

Summer-sledding course in Levi, Lapland, Finland.

We rented four bikes from the Zero Point shop down by the slopes in Sirkka and it was an absolute blast!

We told them our size and needs online beforehand and when we arrived all we had to do was try the bikes on. What can I say? They fit like a glove and we could start riding right away. We also got our rental helmets. It couldn’t have been easier!

Best of all, the store has bikes for kids of all ages. Our daughter was thrilled to get her pink Trek bike!

Levi Centre after 10 pm in summer.

The Tourist Information Center makes it easy to book activities, get lift tickets, and even find a cozy place to stay. If you lose something along the way, no worries – there are several sporting goods stores nearby.

For the small hunger in between there are a few cafes and a coffee shop, but if you are really hungry there are several restaurants to choose from. We chose an apartment with a kitchen and went shopping at the S-Market supermarket in the center to prepare our own meals.

I don’t drink alcohol anymore, so I didn’t go to the bars and nightclubs in Levi, but if you feel like a cold beer after an action-packed day on the downhill trails, you can!

Chai Latte in Levi, Lapland, Finland.Where to stay

Our spacious apartment at the Hullu Poro Hotel was our home away from home during our stay.

It is a short walk to the city center and the bus stops right outside the door, which is very convenient. The small spa with sauna and hot tub was the perfect place for the kids to relax after a long day.

Our apartment accommodated up to six people and had three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a small kitchen, and a nice dining and living area. We even had our own sauna, but the weather was so warm that we didn’t use it.

All in all, it was a very comfortable stay and the included breakfast was delicious.

Hullu Poro Apartment Bedroom with two single beds – Levi, Lapland, Finland.

Double bed at Hullu Poro Apartment in Levi, Lapland, Finland.

How to get to Levi

We started our trip to Levi by train and bus and spent one night at the hostel Café Koti. This decision allowed us to shorten our travel days and explore Rovaniemi a bit.

We especially liked the Angry Birds playground, which is also free! With our kids, we spent several hours playing on the various installations lovingly designed by Lapses.

There was also a football field and we borrowed balls to play a few rounds.

Angry Birds Park in Rovaniemi in summer.Bus and train

Bus and train are great!

We decided to take the train from Vaasa to Rovaniemi and back and it was really cheap – especially if you book early. Our train tickets cost us a total of only €75.00.

Granted, the trip takes between 6 and 8 hours and you have to change trains twice along the way, but with some cool card games, audio books or a movie on your tablet, the trip can be super enjoyable for everyone.

Flying to Kittilä

Alternatively, you can fly to Kittilä with Finnair, which is the fastest way.

However, the flights are a bit more expensive and there are limited connections. If you decide to fly to Levi, be sure to book well in advance.

There are local buses that take you from the airport in Kittilä to Levi and back – they run at the same time as the flights, so it’s super easy!

The Gear

As usual, we traveled light, using only the Arc’teryx V110 Duffel and our Eagle Creek Cubes to store our four outfits and belongings. My camera gear and MacBook were safely tucked away in my trusty Peak Design Travel Backpack, while I used my HUCKEPACKS Phoenix Lite for hiking and the Vaude TrailSpacer 18 for biking.

But I especially liked my Luna Sandals OSO Flaco and my Houdini Daybreak Shorts, which I always like to wear in the summer. We got our mountain bikes and downhill bikes including protection gear at the Levi Bike Park Shop (for the downhill) and at Zero Point in Sirkka (for the MTBs), so we can travel relaxed without bikes by public transport.

Should you go and visit Levi?

Levi really wowed us!

There are exciting and fun activities for kids and adults alike, which we really enjoyed.

It was especially great that there were lots of free things to do around the Adventure Park and that we could explore the area on bikes – our kids especially loved that. So if you’re looking for an active vacation destination with plenty of room to relax, you should definitely check out Levi.

With an abundance of different activities, accommodations for every budget, and stunning views from Levitunturi, it’s definitely a destination to put on your list for your next summer or fall vacation!

Presenter and Videographer – Born in Germany Hendrik moved to Finland over 20 years ago, where he hikes, skis and climbs. He likes sustainable travel and loves to go on by-fair-means adventures around the world, which he documents with his camera and pen.

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Soros Backed DA in Crime Ridden Oakland, CA Hires Boyfriend for Six-Figure Position | The Gateway Pundit

People in Oakland, CA are so angry about crime that they recently shouted at their Soros-backed DA during a public meeting.

She must not be very worried about public opinion because she just gave her boyfriend a six-figure job.

It must be nice to be a progressive.

The Washington Free Beacon reports:

Soros-Backed District Attorney Hires Boyfriend for Six-Figure Position

A George Soros-backed district attorney facing potential recall in California gave her boyfriend a six-figure, taxpayer-funded position in her office.

Alameda County district attorney Pamela Price, who took $130,000 from Soros for her failed 2018 bid, secured the position for her boyfriend Antwon Cloird, the San Jose Mercury News reported Sunday. Cloird joined Price’s office as a “senior program specialist” in 2023, with a $115,502 per year salary. Price brought him onto her team without disclosing their relationship, although it is an “open secret” in the office, according to the report.

Since becoming district attorney in 2022, Price has presided over a massive crime surge in Oakland, the county’s largest city. She has vowed to overhaul the criminal justice system, angering voters in the process. The San Francisco Chronicle reported that Oakland last year had a higher violent crime rate than eight comparable cities. As district attorney, Price made eligible for parole gang members who killed a toddler in a freeway gun battle, slashed a triple murderer’s sentence, and gave just seven years to a teen linked to three killings.

Remember when San Francisco successfully recalled their Soros-backed DA Chesa Boudin?

The same thing is now beginning in Oakland.

UPDATE: We’re told the initial recall signatures have just been certified by @ACVOTE. That means DA Pamela Price now has seven days to respond to today’s notice of intent. After she does, the effort will have 160 days to collect the needed signatures.https://t.co/3W6SuIMXCw

— The Berkeley Scanner (@BerkeleyScanner) August 15, 2023

When will voters learn? Any candidate connected to George Soros should be completely avoided.

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Harvard University Encourages Students to go on Food Stamps While Sitting on $53 Billion Endowment | The Gateway Pundit

Harvard University is encouraging their students to sign up for food stamps despite the fact that the school is sitting on an endowment that is worth over $50 billion dollars.

Harvard would prefer that their students get food assistance from American taxpayers than from the massive, tax-free nest egg they’re saving for a rainy day.

Do the people who run Harvard have any shame?

Benzinga reports, via Yahoo Finance:

Harvard University Encourages Students To Go On Food Stamps, Even Though It’s the Richest School In The World With A $53 Billion Endowment

Harvard University recently organized an event to support graduate students enrolling in government food assistance programs.

The Health Services office sent a flier to graduate students, encouraging them to participate in the SNAP Benefits Sign-Up event in April. The flier read, “Fuel your body & stock your pantry. Did you know that grad students may qualify for assistance paying for food & groceries?”

Harvard University is the wealthiest academic institution globally, boasting an endowment of approximately $53 billion. With such a substantial endowment, Harvard has the means to support a wide array of academic programs, research endeavors, scholarships and initiatives.

The Harvard Graduate Students Union (HGSU) expressed its view, advocating for more substantial measures to assist graduate students, primarily by increasing their salaries. According to HGSU’s proposal, all graduate student workers should receive a minimum annual salary of $60,000, a significant increase from the current minimum salary of $40,000. The union believes that providing adequate compensation directly to the students would alleviate the need for external assistance programs like SNAP.

This is beyond absurd.

Harvard University sits on $53 BILLION DOLLAR Endowment while encouraging Graduate Students to apply for Food Stamps (SNAP) while they “work” on their Graduate Degrees! pic.twitter.com/RR7SS4alqB

— SaveAmericaNow (@forestviewUSA24) August 15, 2023

Richest university in the world tells its grad students to apply for food stamps. Well done #Harvard, seems you are fully embracing the desired game plan for “Bidenomics.” @Harvard https://t.co/Bt8MugpSMI

— Jared Tate ©️ (@jaredctate) August 15, 2023

Pay for your student debt *and* your food?!

This shit is broken, and the talk about having taxpayers foot the bill needs to stop.https://t.co/VlgS9ENEpN

— SmokedPorkShoulder,Man! (@ThatFellaDanny) August 11, 2023

Higher education is in need of a serious overhaul.

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Joe Biden Flew Over East Palestine, OH on His Way to Brag About ‘Bidenomics’ in Wisconsin | The Gateway Pundit

Joe Biden recently traveled to Milwaukee, Wisconsin to talk about how great Bidenomics is working out for the country and flew right over East Palestine, Ohio, the site of the toxic train derailment earlier this year.

Biden claimed he was going to visit East Palestine and still has not done so, despite going on vacation multiple times since then.

Do you think Biden even remembers what happened there?

FOX News reports:

Biden nearly flies directly over East Palestine, Ohio while on trip to Milwaukee to tout ‘Bidenomics’

President Biden nearly flew directly over East Palestine, Ohio, on Tuesday, the town he promised to visit in March following a disastrous train derailment that took place there a month earlier, but has yet to do so.

Biden’s flight path aboard Air Force One while heading to Milwaukee, Wisconsin for an event touting “Bidenomics,” his administration’s economic agenda, flew within 20 miles of East Palestine, according to public flight data.

A freight train carrying toxic chemicals derailed in East Palestine on Feb. 3, spurring environmental and health concerns among residents there.

On March 2, Biden promised he would visit the small town “at some point” after growing pressure to do so from both sides of the aisle, but White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said the next day that the administration didn’t “have a plan” for him to visit despite making the promise.

Biden is now being criticizd for his non-response to the fires in Maui, but claims that he is going to visit there.

President Biden announces he and the first lady will travel to Hawaii as soon as it’s logistically feasible, so as to not get in the way of the response and recovery efforts.

“I want to go, make sure we got everything they need,” Biden just said in Wisconsin.

— Monica Alba (@albamonica) August 15, 2023

The people of East Palestine have heard that one before.

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How To Find Your Pleasure Profile

The local barista has your coffee order down to a science (one pump of vanilla, a splash of oat milk, light ice), and you’ve finally perfected your nightly skin-care routine (double cleanse, serums, extra moisturizer). But, when it comes to how, exactly, you find pleasure in the bedroom? *Awkwardly stares into space while crickets chirp*

While it might be taboo in some circles to get into the specifics of your sex life, it’s a vital element of your overall health and well-being. “Most of us are not taught that pleasure is healthy and should be a part of our everyday lives,” says Rebecca Alvarez Story, sexologist and founder of Bloomi—a Latina-owned wellness destination offering sexual health essentials and education. “[But] our sexuality is such an essential part of our life that it deserves healthy conversations and attention.”

According to Story, both the body and mind benefit from just five minutes of pleasure per day, whether that’s listening to a song you love, eating a delicious dessert, or enjoying skin-to-skin contact. Helping people tap into the benefits of sexual pleasures is what inspired her and the Bloomi team to develop “pleasure profiles”—because the more you understand about your personal pleasure preferences, the better you can celebrate and enjoy them, she says.

“A pleasure profile is the manner in which we savor pleasure during intimate moments,” Story says. “Human sexuality is fluid, and we have ever-evolving desires that ebb and flow throughout life. Understanding ourselves in the present moment helps us tune into our bodies.”

And when you’re more in tune with your body, not only are you more likely to feel comfortable advocating for your sexual needs, but also exploring what brings you pleasure beyond the four walls of your bedroom. “It allows you to have an outlet for your needs and practice communication,” Story says.

Her recommendation for finding your pleasure profile? Read through the six most common options below, then take some time to reflect on which ones resonate with you by journaling and/or talking with a trusted friend or partner. Soon, your pleasure profile will be as familiar to you (and as blissfully delicious) as your go-to latte order.

Shop Sexual Wellness Essentials Mindful

If you’re someone who values the importance of slowness, over-communication, trust, and vulnerability, or even someone who falls on the asexuality spectrum, you might fit into the Mindful profile. It takes time to build trust, so Story recommends slow-building activities such as massages and non-penetrative sexual acts. Those same recommendations hold true for non-partnered sex, which is why she suggests leaning into your pleasure profile with the Bloomi Massage Waterproof and Rechargeable Vibrator for a sensual massage moment.

“With its unique shape that has both a curvy side and a rounded side and its flexibility, [the] Bloomi Massage allows for massaging greater areas or targeted stimulation,” Story adds.

Playful

According to Story, you fit into the Playful profile if you find joy in keeping things light and flirty, exploring various roles in the bedroom, and maybe even dressing up during intimate times. “Open-mindedness and a willingness to try new things together are some of your key characteristics,” Story says.

“Consider incorporating activities such as role play, and versatile toys like a ‘bullet vibe’ size toy, such as the Bloomi Play Waterproof Mini Vibrator for full genital exploration sessions, as well as the perfect size for strap-ons.” Talk about tiny but mighty.

Sensory

If you’re more into savoring the arousal build-up and experimenting with all your senses during intimacy, Story says you most likely fall into the Sensory category. This profile suits those who deeply enjoy the entire sexual experience and are pretty in-tune with their body and surroundings.

Tap into your senses by experimenting with scent, taste, textures, and temperatures during your next intimate encounter. And to enhance and round out your experience, opt for the Essentials Bundle—which includes eight, clean sexual health products, ranging from oils and cleansers to double-sided and mini vibrators. It’s essentially your Mary Poppins bag of sexual wellness.

Kinky

Similar to the Playful and Sensory profiles, under the Kinky category, you’re open to trying nearly anything. “Novelty and adventure arouse you, and you’re open to trying temperature play, restraints, and more,” Story says. “Engaging all erogenous zones and different positions excites you.”

For a toy that can keep up with your adventurous spirit and help you explore new avenues of pleasure, Story recommends the Indulge Double Sided Vibrator. “This flexible vibrator can be used vaginally or anally and is designed for G-spot and P-spot pleasure,” Story adds.

Relaxing

If intimacy is a way for you to unwind and connect more emotionally with your partner, you may fall under the Relaxing pleasure profile. And the best way to chill out? Giving each other massages, of course.

Up the tranquility (and sensual!) factor of your next night in with the Massage Clitoral and Body Vibrator that fits perfectly in the palm of your hand and is ideal for body massages—with a curvy side for targeted stimulation, too.

Passionate

You love to tease, flirt, and really savor the sexual tension, huh? Well, you might just be the Passionate pleasure profile. According to Story, you probably prefer skin-to-skin contact and switching up positions.

The perfect add-in to any night of fun—no matter what you have planned—is Bloomi Smooth, a pH-balanced, water-based lube that not only keeps sensations smooth and comfy throughout your entire experience, but also enhances all your most-favorite parts (which is kind of the whole point of feeling pleasure, after all).

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Jack Smith Now Has A Ton Of Detailed Data From Trump’s Twitter Account

Special Counsel Jack Smith won a bruising battle with Twitter that resulted in his investigation obtaining detailed data from Trump’s Twitter account.

Politico reported:

Twitter attorneys also revealed that Trump’s account sent “some volume” of direct messages that prosecutors were working to obtain.

Among the data the search warrant commanded Twitter to produce:

— Accounts associated with @realdonaldtrump that the former president might have used in the same device.

— Devices used to log into the @realdonaldtrump account

— IP addresses used to log into the account between October 2020 and January 2021.

— Privacy settings and history

— All tweets “created, drafted, favorited/liked, or retweeted” by @realdonaldtrump, including any subsequently deleted.

— All direct messages “sent from, received by, stored in draft form in, or otherwise associated with” @realdonaldtrump

— All records of searches from October 2020 to January 2021

— Location information for the user of @realdonaldtrump from October 2020 to January 2021

The dates October 202 through January 2021 are important because that is the timeframe when Trump was developing his plot to overthrow the 202o election and stay in power. It has been reported that Trump like to use unsecured Twitter direct messages as a form of private communication, so that would explain why Smith and federal prosecutors want access to Trump’s DMs.

Jack Smith has been digging deep into Trump’s communications, and he is leaving no stone unturned.

Elon Musk tried to tip Trump off to the search warrant and ended up losing hundreds of thousands of dollars in non-compliance contempt fines.

Jack Smith looks to be building a comprehensive case against Trump. Given how Trump was reckless with classified information, it is no surprise that he used unsecured Twitter DMs to communicate while he was President Of The United States.

The Special Counsel is using everything at his disposal to bring Trump to justice.

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This classic Lego Sonic the Hedgehog set is now mega cheap

Zavvi is offering a fantastically cheap deal on this classic Sonic the Hedgehog Lego set.

We’re in the second half of the year, which means it’s time to start keeping your eye out for those Christmas gift deals. Here’s an outstanding one for the kid (both little and big) in your life.

Online retailer Zavvi is selling a Sonic the Hedgehog Lego set, depicting the game’s iconic opening Green Hill Zone level, for just £39.99. That’s a huge saving of £30 on the £69.99 RRP.

Save £30 on Sonic the Hedgehog Lego

This Sonic the Hedgehog Lego set is selling for almost half-price if you use the SONIC code at checkout.

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Note that the initial saving only drops the price of the set to £47.99. You’ll need to apply the code SONIC at checkout for the full nearly-half-price deal.

So what does this joyously nerdy scene portray? There’s the wee blue feller himself, of course, plus arch enemy Dr Robotnik in his cool flying contraption. You also get a couple of enemy robotic bugs, just waiting to be busted open, plus a section of the level’s signature grassy expanse complete with loop-de-lop.

There are also some signature series collectibles, including some golden rings, a bunch of power-up boxes, a spring, and a checkpoint marker. You also get a strip of all seven Chaos Emeralds. And so early in the game!

It’s a deeply cool gift for any kid who has fallen in love with Sonic’s recent cinematic endeavours, or even a millennial who experienced the classic Mega Drive game back in the day. Some of Sonic’s more recent games will have made him some new fans too.

Sega’s mascot seems to have that timeless appeal that crosses generations – much like Lego, in fact. Indeed, getting any sort of Lego this cheap is a feat, let alone Sonic Lego.

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