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06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
Why Go Out When These 33 Things Will Make Your Home The Ultimate Hangout Spot?
Mosquito Dunks to kill mosquitos before they're even big enough to bite you. They're made with a bacteria that's only toxic to mosquito larvae, so you don't have to worry about pets or wildlife. A set of low-maintenance, solar-powered lights you can stake along pathways to illuminate your walk to the house. Since they're powered by the sun, you can set them up and let them do their thing for the foreseeable future. A kitchen s'mores maker that'll bring the best part of camping indoors, thus eliminating the need for camping at all. Indoor people, rejoice! Bird Call — a goofy party game that'll have the whole house hooting, cawing, and croaking. Players call out bird sounds and trade cards when they find another player matching their call. Or Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza, a card game delivering a heavy dose of high-energy, adorably illustrated fun right when you need it. This has been a long-time bestseller because people of all ages absolutely love it! A battery-operated patio umbrella light so your family can actually see each other while dining outside. The battery-powered device has 28 LEDs to properly illuminate a whole picnic table after the sun sets. Bamboo wind chimes bringing chill vibes and sounds to your outdoor space. Sometimes a little twinkling noise is all you need to have a perfect backyard experience. A personalized, neon-style LED sign to add some legitimacy to your home theater. You can add your name, established year, and name of your home theater. Now you just need to spill some popcorn on the floor to really sell it. And a portable 120-inch screen you can pair with a mini Bluetooth projector to bring the theater experience to your backyard. Even SpongeBob will feel cinematic on the big screen, and outdoor movie nights are a surefire way to make friends with your neighbors. And since no movie is complete without snacks, a cart-style popcorn maker that aggressively fits the home theater aesthetic. This fun device pops with hot air instead of oil and can make 16 cups of popcorn at once. A pack of plastic balls to make all your nostalgic ball pit dreams come true. This pack comes with enough for a pet or small child to have fun could also buy adults could an idea... A pack of solar-powered garden lights that'll make it look like your foliage has been dusted with glowing pixie dust. The little orbs come on long stems that sway in the breeze to really sell the effect. And a pack of solar-powered mushroom string lights if you *really* want your backyard to feel like the mystical fairy village Ballonlea. Each weatherproof mushroom stakes into the ground so you can arrange them exactly how you'd like. Reed fencing offering a little privacy when you don't have the space or money to plant trees or bamboo. It'll obscure the view of your patio, balcony, or yard while still letting in some light so you don't make the space feel walled in. A bubble tent not unlike the kind you might find at expensive rooftop bars. Set one up in your backyard, and you can enjoy a romantic evening out of the house — but without chilly weather, bugs, or an eye-watering bar tab. A pack of sunflower seeds with nine varieties that not only look beautiful, but also attract honeybees, bumblebees, hummingbirds, and butterflies. Each package has over 1,000 seeds and can cover up to 325 square feet, so maybe your neighbors will want some too! Interlocking teak tiles that are super easy to install — no tools needed! — even on uneven surfaces. Who knew that beautiful, tropical-looking flooring was an Amazon purchase and a couple hours of work away? A fast-acting lawn repair formula designed to revitalize your patchy yard after your dog has done a number on it. It helps with regrowth and has a special salt neutralizer that can minimize the effects of salts from dog urine. Now Fido can do his thing, and you can still have a lush backyard to relax by. A glow-in-the-dark capture the flag game sure to be a hit on temperate nights. This game can accommodate two teams of five and is great for all ages, so even your neighbors can join the fun. A canopy that provides shade without trapping in hot air and turning your otherwise pleasant patio into a sweatbox. It comes in a ton of different sizes, and reviewers say it's easy to install. An electric fondue pot, which is almost certainly the second best option after a legit chocolate fountain. Fill this 12-cup pot up with chocolate, cheese, or oil, and get dipping! A mini tiki bar you can set up in half an hour, meaning you can be slinging jungle birds and blue Hawaiians that same day. The waterproof furniture set comes with four chairs and plenty of storage for booze or juice. Is your backyard the new Margaritaville? Time to break out the blender and find out. A tabletop fly fan that keeps a steady breeze going to deter bugs. Think of it as a robotic swatting hand so your guests can keep their own hands free to grab some macaroni salad. A wireless, Bluetooth-enabled karaoke mic able to sync up with most devices, meaning your home is about to become a karaoke bar. When people are done belting their favorite show tunes, you can use it as a Bluetooth speaker by turning off the microphone function. A croquet set perfect for anyone who wants their backyard to feel like Veronica's house from Heathers. Now, you just need to supply everyone with a gigantic blazer to complete the look. Or a ring toss game that requires less time to play, but will be no less competitive. We are not liable for any fights that break out when Cousin Steve starts his throw from over the starting line. An eye-catching tabletop lighter shaped like a jelly mold that even comes with a little hidden tray underneath. If this isn't the perfect centerpiece, I don't know what is. A set of waterproof globe lights to instantly improve the ambiance of your backyard. I don't know how string lights do it, but they have a 100% success rate of making me happy. A giant stacking game that'll make you and your friends feel like Godzilla if he was actually very apologetic and wanted to rebuild the skyscrapers. The set comes in 3-, 4-, or 5-foot versions, so make sure you stand back when it's your butter-fingered friend's turn. Color-changing inflatable pool balls to make night swims feel extra magical. They have solar-powered LEDs that work for up to eight hours after charging. Or some floating flamingos that'll light up your pool area and provide some much-needed tropical fun. They're also solar powered and last up to eight hours after a complete charge. A galaxy light so you can project the starry night sky onto your ceilings and walls for a dreamy vibe that's ~out of this world~. Bonus: The light show will hide the various scuffs on your ceiling and walls. 🤫 An inflatable bull chipper that lets golfers practice their swing by aiming balls at a Velcro-like dart board. It stands over six feet tall, so even golfers known for scooping the ball have a chance to hit it.
Yahoo
15-02-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Scientist reveals disturbing way Zika virus affects humans: 'It actively manipulates human biology to ensure its survival'
A terrifying discovery in the field of vector-borne diseases shows that the Zika virus uses human skin to help mosquitoes spread the disease more widely. "A new study led by Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine and published in Communications Biology shows that Zika causes metabolic changes in human skin that essentially transforms it from a protective barrier to a magnet for mosquitoes," News Medical reported. The virus alters gene and protein expressions, so the skin increases its release of volatile organic compounds, thereby attracting more mosquitoes and raising transmission success, according to the study. Many Zika cases are mild, with symptoms including fever, headache, and muscle pain lasting up to a week. However, Zika infection during pregnancy can be severe, causing preterm birth, birth defects, and fetal loss. The Zika virus can also result in Guillain-Barré syndrome, which can lead to paralysis. The mosquitoes that carry the disease and others are expanding their ranges as the global temperature rises and conditions created by the changing climate encourage their spread. This will expose billions of people to the pests' effects and cost countries $95 billion by 2070, according to other studies. "Our findings show that Zika virus isn't just passively transmitted, but it actively manipulates human biology to ensure its survival," co-lead author Noushin Emami said. "As Zika cases rise and Aedes mosquitoes expand their range, understanding the mechanisms by which they gain a transmission advantage could unlock new strategies for combating arboviruses. This could include developing genetic interventions that disrupt the signal transmitted through the skin, which seems to be so attractive to mosquitoes. The possibilities are as intriguing as they are urgent." To protect yourself from Zika, you can prevent mosquito bites and practice safe sex or abstinence because the virus can be passed through sex as well. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advises using certain insect repellents, wearing long-sleeve shirts and pants, and taking other precautions such as using window screens. Do you worry about getting diseases from bug bites? Absolutely Only when I'm camping or hiking Not really Never Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. You can also createDIYrepellents or employ MosquitoDunks. Join our free newsletter for weekly updates on the latest innovations improving our lives and shaping our future, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet.
