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New York Post
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
The Samsung Frame TV is already hitting an all-time low price during Prime Day — Save 50%
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. It's the Samsung Frame TV we all know and love, for less! Amazon Prime Day is just getting started, and there will be no shortage of opportunities for shoppers to snag big-ticket items from brands like Samsung at all-time low prices from now through Prime Day's conclusion on July 11 at midnight PST. We're Tracking Prime Day Live! Unlock exclusive NYP codes and real-time deals on everyday must-haves. See Your Deals Advertisement Let's check out the Frame TV. The models on sale include the 75-inch LS03D, which debuted in March 2024, for a whopping 50% off. At just $1,499.99, it's the lowest price we've ever seen this TV — an absolute steal, in our expert opinions. The smart TV is easy to navigate with all of your favorite streaming apps, but it's what happens when you're not watching where all the magic takes place. When the TV's art mode is turned on, you can watch the screen become a literal piece of artwork hanging on your wall. To sell it even more, you can snag a magnetic bezel in a number of colors and styles to create an actual frame around the TV for an additional price. Post Wanted's Barret Wertz reviewed the popular TV, noting 'If you're someone who values aesthetics as much as functionality, the 2024 Samsung Frame TV is 100% a worthwhile investment. It's perfect for bright rooms and serves as a fantastic conversation piece.' That's what makes the Frame so appealing.. Finish up whatever you're currently streaming on Prime Video, press a button, and display a gorgeous work of art like nothing ever happened. 'For me, The Frame strikes the right balance between form and function. It's not just a TV; it's a lifestyle upgrade,' Wertz concluded in his review. Amazon The Frame Smart TV seamlessly blends art with technology. Its customizable bezel allows it to transform into a beautiful art display when not in use. With Quantum Dot technology, it delivers exceptional color accuracy and vibrant picture quality. Your Prime Day FAQs, answered How long does Prime Day last? In a new twist for 2025, shoppers have 4 days to take advantage of Prime Day discounts. This sale starts on July 8 at 12:01 a.m. PT and runs through July 11 at 11:59 p.m. PT. When does Prime Day end? Prime Day 2025 ends on July 11 at 11:59 p.m. PT, so east-coasters have until about 3 a.m. on July 12 their time to shop the deals. Do you have to have Amazon Prime to shop Prime Day? Prime Day is a member-exclusive sale event. Interested shoppers can grab a 30-day free trial to try Prime, and its many benefits, with no strings attached. What are the best Prime Day deals? From reporting on Amazon sales throughout the years, we can tell you for certain that it's the ideal period to stock up on household essentials, score great deals on vacuums, tech and appliances, refill your skincare empties, and comb through the massive catalog of Amazon best-sellers. Is Prime Day worth it? We certainly think so! Prime Day is a great chance to score Black Friday-worthy discounts on thousands of deals, including everything from big ticket items to Post reader-favorite trash bags. Our team diligently sorts through all the offers to find you the very best items to grab on sale. When is the next Prime Day? Already wondering when the next Amazon Prime Day is? Prime Day takes place in July each year, so it's safe to assume it will take place in mid-July 2026 — similar to previous years. Can't wait to shop more Amazon deals? Look out for Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days sale, which typically runs in October for shoppers looking to beat the holiday rush of Black Friday. Don't miss Post Wanted's around-the-clock coverage. Click here to find all of the best deals. For over 200 years, the New York Post has been America's go-to source for bold news, engaging stories, in-depth reporting, and now, insightful shopping guidance. We're not just thorough reporters – we sift through mountains of information, test and compare products, and consult experts on any topics we aren't already schooled specialists in to deliver useful, realistic product recommendations based on our extensive and hands-on analysis. Here at The Post, we're known for being brutally honest – we clearly label partnership content, and whether we receive anything from affiliate links, so you always know where we stand. We routinely update content to reflect current research and expert advice, provide context (and wit) and ensure our links work. Please note that deals can expire, and all prices are subject to change.
Newsweek
11-05-2025
- Science
- Newsweek
I Interviewed 2,000 Loving Mothers—Here's How Affection Shaped Their Kids
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Ever wonder how those tender moments of childhood—your mom's warm hugs or words of encouragement—might shape the person you grow up to be? New research suggests that affectionate mothering during childhood doesn't just create happy memories, it could also influence who you become as an adult. Kids who receive more maternal warmth between ages five and 10 are more likely to develop key personality traits, such as openness, conscientiousness and agreeableness. To understand more about how this affects children from early life to adulthood, Jasmin Wertz, PhD, lead author of the study and a professor of psychology at the University of Edinburgh analyzed data from 2,232 British identical twins who were followed from birth to age 18 as part of the Environmental Risk Longitudinal Twins Study. High angle portrait of Asian mother and her daughter hugging while little girl biting her point finger. High angle portrait of Asian mother and her daughter hugging while little girl biting her point finger. AnnaStills By focusing on identical twins, the researchers were able to account for genetic and shared environmental factors, making it possible to isolate the effects of maternal affection. During home visits, trained observers rated the mothers' warmth toward their children based on five-minute recorded interviews. "For example, some mothers expressed a lot of positive emotions and empathy about and for their children," Wertz told Newsweek. "They said things such as, 'She's my ray of sunshine, I love her.' Others expressed a lot of criticism and negativity." These ratings were then compared with the children's personalities at age 18, assessed using the well-established Big Five personality traits model. "The key discovery was when mothers were more affectionate toward their children, when they grew older, they were more open minded, kinder, more cooperative with others and they were more conscientious," Wertz explained. Notably, maternal affection did not significantly influence two of the Big Five traits—extraversion and neuroticism—suggesting that other factors such as peer relationships or genetic influences, may play a larger role in shaping these characteristics. Wertz acknowledged that the effects of affectionate parenting on personality were small, which was surprising since it is often assumed that parents significantly impact their children's personality and other outcomes. "Even though these effects were overall relatively small, they were robust and also relatively long lasting," she explained. "Of course, age 18 is still pretty young, but it's an important developmental phase when young people are becoming more independent from their parents," Wertz continued. "So even during that time, that experience of affectionate parenting early in life still had that impact." Headshot of psychology professor Jasmin Wertz. Headshot of psychology professor Jasmin Wertz. Jasmin Wertz The research also offered practical insights for policymakers and professionals in education, family welfare and mental health. According to Wertz, supporting parents to be more affectionate could have population-wide benefits over time. "There are many proven ways to support parents, such as policies that improve a family's financial situation, access to treatment for parents who struggle with mental health problems such as depression and parenting programs that help parents build stronger relationships with their children," she said. Research indicates that effective parenting programs support mothers in showing increased affection towards their children. Wertz shared that these programs assist parents in employing more effective discipline strategies and engaging in enjoyable activities with their children, such as reading together, which fosters affectionate parenting. Additionally, various policies have been identified as effective in promoting affectionate parenting. "For example, policies that make it possible for parents to seek mental health treatment, if they have mental health problems, that can have a positive effect on the whole family dynamic, including affectionate parenting," she said. "There are things that we know can be done, and our research would suggest that these types of programs and interventions can have these longer lasting, positive effects for the children." Do you have a tip on a health story that Newsweek should be covering? Do you have a question about psychology? Let us know via science@ Reference Wertz, J., Moffitt, T. E., Blangis, F., Ambler, A., Arseneault, L., Danese, A., Fisher, H. L., & Caspi, A. (2025). Parenting in childhood predicts personality in early adulthood: A longitudinal twin-differences study. American Psychologist.
Yahoo
15-04-2025
- Yahoo
2 Philadelphia men arrested after chase of stolen SUV on Route 422 in eastern Berks
Exeter Township police arrested two 19-year-old Philadelphia men in a stolen SUV after a 4-mile chase on Route 422 in which spike strips were deployed to flatten the front tires of the fleeing vehicle. Kamar F. Golden and Tahji Bruce bolted from the vehicle when it became disabled on eastbound Route 422 but were caught by Exeter Officer Joshua Wertz following a brief chase on foot, police said. Both suspects were charged with receiving stolen property, marijuana possession and evading arrest or detention on foot. Golden was additionally charged with reckless driving, fleeing or attempting to elude an officer and summary traffic offenses. He was committed to Berks County Prison in lieu of $25,000 bail to await a hearing following arraignment before District Judge Michael D. Kaufman in Reading Central Court. Bruce, who was the passenger, remained free on $25,000 bail. According to court records: Shortly before 4:30 a.m. Saturday, Wertz, who was operating a marked patrol vehicle, saw a 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee traveling westbound on Perkiomen Avenue, which is Route 422, approaching the intersection with Gibraltar Road. He learned the vehicle had been reported stolen to Philadelphia police on April 4. Wertz turned on his emergency lights and siren in an attempt to make a vehicle stop, but the Jeep fled and a vehicle pursuit ensued. During the pursuit, the SUV traveled east in the westbound lanes of Route 422, went over the raised median and ran a red light, among other traffic violations. After running over the spike strips, the vehicle became disabled at the South Baumstown Road intersection. Both occupants got out and ran but were quickly apprehended. Golden was found in possession of a small amount of marijuana and a universal smart key/fob – a programmable fob that can be used to replace lost or broken fobs.
Yahoo
19-02-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Former Erie Democratic chairman Jim Wertz announces run for Erie County Council
Jim Wertz, the former chairman of the Erie County Democratic Party, announced Wednesday his candidacy for Erie County Council. Wertz, an Erie resident, will run for council's 2nd District seat, which is held by Democratic Councilman Andre Horton. Horton, who's serving his third term, is term-limited and cannot run again. He's endorsed Wertz's candidacy. More: Republican Dan Laughlin re-elected Pennsylvania state senator for 3rd term 'I've never been afraid to take on the issues and policies that often leave many people overlooked and underrepresented in our community, and I'm extremely proud of the work I've done on County Council over the past 12 years,' Horton said in a news release. 'I've also had the privilege of partnering with Jim Wertz on many critical issues over the years. As my term on County Council comes to an end, I know the work must continue and there is no one I trust more to carry out that work than Jim. He shares my commitment to justice, equity and opportunity for all, and I am proud to endorse him as he steps up to lead Erie County toward a stronger future.' The 2nd District encompasses Lawrence Park township and northern Erie, including the city's first and fourth wards, and parts of the second and third wards. Wertz, a professor of broadcast journalism and digital media at PennWest-Edinboro, was most prominently the chairman of the Erie County Democratic Party from 2018 to 2023. He's also worked as a news videographer, editor, newscast director and production manager at Erie news stations. Wertz previously ran for the Pennsylvania State Senate in 2024, losing to incumbent Republican Dan Laughlin. Wertz is a graduate of Edinboro University and holds graduate degrees from The American University in Washington, D.C. and Indiana University of Pennsylvania. He lives in Erie's West Bayfront neighborhood with his wife, Kim, and their three children. County government woes: What's Erie County's tax rate? Council, Brenton Davis disagree A.J. Rao can be reached at arao@ Follow him on X @ETNRao. This article originally appeared on Erie Times-News: Democrat Jim Wertz announces run for Erie County Council
Yahoo
13-02-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Understanding the legacy of Laura Ingalls Wilder
DE SMET, S.D. (KELO) — You've probably read her books and watched the television show based on her family, but do you know the full story behind the life and legacy of Laura Ingalls Wilder? Living in De Smet, South Dakota left quite an impression on her, so much so that it inspired her to write novels based on the time she spent there. SF health assessment highlights 3 priorities Homesteaders started arriving to the De Smet area in 1879. 'It was named after Father De Smet, who was a Jesuit priest,' Laura Ingalls Wilder Memorial Society executive director Mary Jo Wertz said. The railroad is what brought people to De Smet, including Charles Ingalls, a railroad timekeeper, whose family was the first to arrive to De Smet. Of course, his daughter, Laura, was a beloved children's book author. Laura spent her first winter in De Smet in a Surveyors' House, which was originally along Silver Lake. 'Laura would write about that house in her book, By the Shores of Silver Lake. Laura, as a 12 year old, thought it was a huge house when in fact, it's a very small house, but she had been living in dugouts and one room shanties,' former Laura Ingalls Wilder Memorial Society director Cheryl Palmlund said. The Surveyors' House is just one of the ways the Laura Ingalls Wilder Memorial Society helps you learn about Laura's story. You can also view family artifacts and step inside De Smet's first school, which Laura and her sister, Carrie, attended. A few blocks away, you can check out the Ingalls home. Laura didn't live there, but it was built by Pa Ingalls himself. 'We have this history here where you can actually see the actual places that she lived, worked and studied in, and you can touch what she touched, stand where she stood,' Wertz said. Laura didn't actually didn't write her first book until she was in her sixties. By then, her daughter, Rose, who was the highest-paid female writer at the time, was the one who encouraged her mother. 'When you see the letters between the two of them, you see how Rose literally taught. She basically gave her mother a college course on how to write. She's like, when you frame a story, this is how you do it, and when you develop a character, this is how you do it. She is giving her not what to write, but how to write,' Wertz said. Five of her books took place in De Smet. 'She just is telling her family stories piece by piece as she goes, and as a result of that, De Smet became the heart of the story because it was the heart of her maturing,' Wertz said. Which helped put the town on the map. 'She was one of the original founders of this town. Her work has made other people recognize this town, come visit it, see its history and see its value,' Wertz said. Laura's stories are something many can relate to. 'It's a little girl telling you what it was like to be a little girl on the prairie, and that kind of history is so raw, human and relatable,' Wertz said. 'She was such a descriptive writer that they want to relive those books,' Palmlund said. As readers immerse themselves in Laura's writing, they learn lessons with every page they turn. 'Holy cow, what lessons can't you learn? The first thing I would say is resilience. She was resilient. Her family was resilient. The stuff that they faced and had to overcome shows what humanity can do when they're seeking the good because they did,' Wertz said. And in the decades since Laura published her first book, her willingness to tell her story has left a lasting impact on the town she once called home. 'She is part of our blood. She's part of who and what we are. You can't turn a corner in this town without seeing her in some way, shape or form. She's part of our history. She's part of who and what we are, and she will be here until the end,' Wertz said. Staff at the Laura Ingalls Wilder Memorial Society are also excited about a Little House on the Prairie reboot coming to Netflix. There is also a Laura Ingalls Wilder Homestead you can visit near De Smet, which will open again in late May. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
