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Then Donald Trump became president. The forecasting breakdown spurred several “autopsy” reports analyzing what exactly went wrong. Possible explanations included a failure to track the substantial change in voter preference in the final days of the campaign, under-polling in battleground states like Michigan or Wisconsin, and a “silent majority” that failed to reveal their support for Trump until after the election. “We still don’t know one hundred percent for sure,” said Sean Trende, a senior elections analyst for the political news site and polling aggregator RealClearPolitics, when asked what happened four years ago....

Fast forward to Wednesday, and Boston is now 30-27. Despite still being behind the Yankees, Rays and Blue Jays in the East, they hold a wild card spot in the American League. They bring a seven-game winning streak into Thursday, and they’re playing an ailing Angels team they’ve passed in the standings like ships in the night. So what’s behind the turnaround in Boston? There are the usual suspects. J....

A Love-Hate Relationship Expect no honking from me, America (“Honk If You Hate America,” special report, Jan. 31). When you have lived as long as I have among Europe’s “intellectuals” and have the opportunity to access a second opinion, you know that you cannot base your views of American society on their provincial, bigoted, misinformed, tribal ideas. I am not saying that America is perfect. Far from it. The death penalty, the gun problem and the waste of resources are all very serious problems....

“I’m able to at least like make it through a reasonable number of hours of work,” Anne, who noted that she still sleeps more than she did before her injury, told Verywell. “It would be a lot harder without [this medication].” Anne still takes methylphenidate, taking small doses twice a day. “At least it’s like I sign up for four hours of time, and I can make that decision,” Anne said about sometimes deciding to not take a second dose to work through the afternoon on days when she should take a break....

About one in 19 high schools in the U.S. have a Native mascot, according to her #PeopleNotMascots website, and the Diné activist from Albuquerque, New Mexico, is pushing for federal legislation to remove them all. The website was launched last summer with the help of Sofia Ongele, a fellow TikTok activist who coded it. It features a map listing the schools in each state that have Native mascots, and urges visitors to sign a pledge to support and vote for legislators who will prioritize banning Native mascots in schools that do not have specific tribal consent....

Believe it or not, it is possible (albeit extremely rare) for an AED to shock someone who is awake. Why the Difference Between V-Fib and V-Tach Matters To understand how this can happen, we must understand what the AED is actually doing. Defibrillators don’t treat cardiac arrest. Instead, they treat ventricular fibrillation, one form of cardiac arrest. That’s why they’re called de-fibrillators. There’s absolutely no way a patient with ventricular fibrillation could be awake; no blood flowing through the brain makes the patient unconscious....

At UFC 279, Nate Diaz will compete in the final fight under his UFC deal. The company has matched him up against a young monster in Khamzat Chimaev. Diaz will look to go out on top, while Chimaev is ready to crush the Stockton native. Diaz and Chimaev will fight on Saturday inside Las Vegas’ T-Mobile Arena. Also on the card will be the return of Tony Ferguson, an important bantamweight fight between Macy Chiasson and Irene Aldana, and more....

This technique is also recommended when assisting a child or someone who needs help with their brushing. Difficulty: Easy Time Required: Two Minutes How to Brush Your Teeth Apply a thin strip of toothpaste on your premoistened toothbrush. Start with the upper left molars (back teeth) concentrating on the front surface of the tooth; you will be working in a clockwise direction from there. The average toothbrush head will cover 2 to 3 teeth at a time....

Users of the token, which was started as a joke in 2013, have rallied behind the coin in the past two days, once again hyping it up with the aim of pushing its price upwards. As of Monday, a single Dogecoin was the equivalent of $0.072. On Saturday, Dogecoin was priced at around $0.061, but that shot to $0.078 in a matter of 24 hours, according to CoinDesk’s real-time price tracker....

As millenials and Gen Z revert to early 2000s fashions and inject their wardrobes with pops of funk and color, the original It Girl—well, of the 21st century—aims to make a re-appearance in your makeup drawer. Lizzie McGuire set the standard for 2000s girls’ fashion, repeating outfits and buying your first bra. It’s no wonder, as COVID has us all looking for a bit of familiarity Colourpop decided to collaborate with everyone’s favorite, half-animated pre-teen....

Mattress Replacements While every household is different, replacing your mattress is something that should be done every six to eight years. Some factors influence the lifespan of your mattress, and you should take them into consideration when deciding if now is the right time to change it. Ask yourself the following questions: Have you been thinking about getting a new mattress? Is your mattress saggy or damaged in certain areas? Do you sleep better in other beds, such as hotel beds or guest rooms?...

Consider how much time you spend at work or away on vacation. A parrot represents a similar level of commitment as a dog, so if you don’t have the time to play, cuddle, or socialize a dog then a parrot isn’t for you. [2] X Research source African Greys are known for mimicking, whistling, and talking. They may screech to get your attention. If your African Grey doesn’t get enough companionship, it may begin to pick its feathers....

What is the widest part of my face? What is the shape of my jaw? How long is my face? Is it longer than it is wide, and if so, by how much? The possibilities are limitless! It only depends on your personal preferences. Experiment with earrings, necklaces, and bracelets. Steer clear of round crowns, which can emphasize the roundness of your face. It is wise to select a hat with a high crown and straight brim to give your face more angles....

Health food stores offer healthy options throughout the entire store. Feel free to wander unhindered!

Many people frequently refer to a headscarf of any sort as a hijab, so the meaning is often context-dependent. One of the most important purposes of hijab is to identify the wearer as an adherent of Islam. The awrah for a woman shortly before and after she reaches puberty is from her head to her ankles. Most scholars agree that it’s acceptable to leave your face and hands uncovered, though not everyone agrees on whether you should cover your feet....

A can of compressed air. These cans come with thin straws that attaches to their nozzles, making it easy to spray controlled bursts into small spaces. A thin wooden toothpick or the sharp end of a plastic dental pick. [1] X Research source A cotton ball or pad. Isopropyl alcohol (if there’s gunk inside the port that can’t be sprayed away or loosened). [2] X Expert Source Mitch HarrisConsumer Technology Expert Expert Interview....

Do not allow any moisture to linger on the wood for long. [4] X Expert Source Raymond ChiuHouse Cleaning Professional Expert Interview. 15 October 2019. Wet areas should be dried immediately with a clean, dry cloth. A porous table can become warped or deformed due to excessive liquid seeping into the wood. [5] X Expert Source Raymond ChiuHouse Cleaning Professional Expert Interview. 15 October 2019. You only need to wax your table about twice a year, or as often as you’d like to in order to restore shine....

Beating the rug may not always be necessary, but it can be especially helpful if you keep it in a place that is prone to dust or high foot traffic. It is also a good alternative if you are unable to vacuum your rug. Weekly vacuuming is recommended, even if you cannot see any soiling. Regular vacuuming will help prevent buildup of unwanted materials, keeping the rug looking fresh every day....

Cat shampoo is a good choice for cleaning your hedgehog’s quills. [4] X Research source Tear-free baby shampoo is another good option. Since hedgehogs are prone to dry skin, oatmeal shampoo would be a great choice. Oatmeal nourishes and moisturizes the skin. Look for a pet-specific oatmeal shampoo at your local pet store. The toothbrush or nailbrush are small enough to give your hedgehog’s quills a good cleaning. In addition, these items would protect your hands from getting pricked during cleaning....