The Early 2000s-Era Nokia 3310 May Be Returning to Stores

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Before the age of the smartphone, and the age of the flip phone prior to that, the Nokia 3310 reigned supreme. Now, VentureBeat reports that the classic device will be making a comeback later this month, according to a source familiar with the manufacturer’s plans.

When Nokia unveiled the 3310 model in 2000, it lacked many of the characteristics we’ve come to associate with mobile phones. Users couldn’t use the device to take pictures, send emails, or surf the web. It did, however, include several features that were notable for the time. In addition to making and receiving calls, owners could do math on the calculator, time themselves with the stopwatch, send text messages, or play Snake for hours on the phone’s monochrome screen. The 3310 was also valued for its long battery life and durable form—two qualities that might appeal to mobile users used to carrying around chargers and swiping their fingers across cracked screens.

The 2017 version of the 3310 won’t be a truly faithful replica of the first device. According to the report, Nokia is releasing a “modern version” that will pay homage to the original, but any new features likely won’t be too extravagant, as the updated 3310 will retail for just $63.

HMD Global Oy, the Finnish manufacturer who owns the rights to the Nokia brand, has yet to confirm the content of the leak. But the phone is expected to make its official debut at this year’s Mobile World Congress in Barcelona on February 26.

[h/t VentureBeat]


February 14, 2017 – 11:45am

Fall in Love With Amazon’s Valentine’s Day Deals

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As a recurring feature, our team combs the Web and shares some amazing Amazon deals we’ve turned up. Here’s what caught our eye today, February 14.

Mental Floss has affiliate relationships with certain retailers, including Amazon, and may receive a small percentage of any sale. But we only get commission on items you buy and don’t return, so we’re only happy if you’re happy. Good luck deal hunting!

GADGETS, TOYS, AND MEDIA 

Kindle Paperwhite E-reader – Black, 6″ High-Resolution Display (300 ppi) with Built-in Light, Wi-Fi – Includes Special Offers for $99.99 (list price $119.99)

Kindle E-reader – Black, 6″ Glare-Free Touchscreen Display, Wi-Fi – Includes Special Offers for $59.99 (list price $79.99)

Kindle for Kids Bundle with the latest Kindle E-reader, 2-Year Worry-Free Guarantee, Pink Cover for $79.99 (list price $124.98)

TaoTronics Bluetooth Receiver / Car Kit, Portable Wireless Audio Adapter 3.5 mm Stereo Output (Bluetooth 4.0, A2DP, Built-in Microphone) for Home Audio Music Streaming Sound System for $15.99 

Mpow Selfie Stick, iSnap X Extendable Monopod with Built-in Bluetooth Remote Shutter for iPhone 6/ 6s, Android & iOS Smartphones for $13.59 (list price $17.99)

Anker Fast Wireless Charger PowerPort Qi 10 Wireless Charging Pad for Galaxy Note 5, S7/S7 edge/S6/S6 edge/S6 edge+, Nexus 4/5/6/7, Nokia Lumia 920, LG Optimus Vu2, HTC 8X/Droid DNA and More for $17.99 (list price $69.99)

DOSS SoundBox Bluetooth 4.0 Portable Wireless speaker,Superior Sound quality with a powerful Subwoofer,sensitive touch control,Sleek and Modern Design,Build in Microphone[Color:White] for $29.99 (list price $89.99)

Funko POP Anime: Naruto Kurama 6″ Action Figure for $11.32 (list price $14.99)

Fitbit Charge 2 Heart Rate + Fitness Wristband, Black, Large for $129.00 (list price $149.95)

VAVA Flex Earbud headphones, Dual EQ Modes Wired Stereo In-ear headphones earbuds with mic (Inline Controls for iOS/ Android, Built-in Mic, Hands-free Calling, Extra Earbuds, Gold-plated Connector) for $17.99

Roku Streaming Stick (3600R) (Certified Refurbished) for $34.99 (list price $39.99)

Charger 6-Feet Lightning to USB Charging Cable, Syncing and Charging cord for iPhone 6s Plus/ 6 /SE/5s 5c 5, iPad Air / mini / 4th Gen, iPod nano / touch – White (3-Pack) for $9.99 (list price $39.99)

Fujifilm InstaX Mini Instant Film Rainbow & Staind Glass & Candy Pop & SHINY STAR Film -10 Sheets X 4 Assort Value Set for $32.86

Arrival [BD/Digital HD Combo ] [Blu-ray] for $19.99 (list price $39.99)

Trolls for $19.99 (list price $36.99)

Sing – Special Edition (Blu-ray + DVD + Digital HD) for $19.96 (list price $22.99)

Kubo and the Two Strings (Blu-ray + DVD + Digital HD) for $11.99 (list price $22.98)

Uno Card Game for $4.16 (list price $12.42)

Funko Pop! Stranger Things Eleven with Eggos Vinyl Figure for $8.99 (list price $10.99)

Glantop® Magnetic Sculpture Desk Toy for Intelligence Development and Stress Relief (Set of 160 Balls, 1 Magnet Base) for $9.99 (list price $19.99)

LEGO Disney Moana’s Ocean Voyage 41150 for $27.99 (list price $39.99)

Pokemon Sun & Moon English Booster Box – 36 packs of 10 random cards for $96.97 (list price $199.99)

iFox iF012 Bluetooth Shower Speaker – Certified Waterproof. 2017 Model Pairs Easily With All Your Bluetooth Devices – iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android, PC, Radio for $29.99 (list price $39.97)

Car Mount TechMatte MagGrip Mini CD Magnetic Car Mount Holder for Smartphones including iPhone 7, 6, 6S, Galaxy S7, S7 Edge – Black for $8.29 (list price $24.99)

AcuRite 13020 Intelli-Time Projection Alarm Clock with Temperature and USB Charging for $38.00 (list price $49.99)

VOX+ Z3 3D VR Virtual Reality Headset Viewing Glasses for iPhone, Samsung, Google and all Android Smartphones, Get Excited Now for $19.99 (list price $25.99)

Mpow Mlens 3 in 1 Clip-On Lens, Fisheye+0.67X Wide Angle Lens Kit for iPhone 7& Android Phones for $14.99 (list price $22.99)

Anker PowerCore Speed 10000 QC, Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 Portable Charger with Power IQ, Power Bank for Samsung, iPhone, iPad and More for $24.99 (list price $49.99)

Vtin 2 in 1 Dual Magnetic Car Phone Holder Dashboard Windshield Dock Stand for Apple Watch,iPhone,Samsung,HTC,Sony, Other Mobile Phones for $17.99 (list price $39.99)

iPhone 7 Plus Armband (Updated Home Button Compatible), TechMatte Sport Armband with key holder and credit card slot for (5.5″) Apple iPhone 7 PlusNo Finger Print Scanner Support(Black) for $8.29 (list price $19.99)

Fossil Q Wander Gen 2 Touchscreen Black Silicone Smartwatch for $221.25 (list price $295.00)

Raymond Weil Tango White Dial Leather Strap Men’s Watch 5591LS100300 for $459.99 (list price $1,850.00)

Tommy Hilfiger Men’s 1710329 Gold-Tone Watch with Brown Leather Strap for $95.00 (list price $135.00)

KITCHEN

Contigo AUTOSEAL West Loop Vacuum Insulated Stainless Steel Travel Mug with Easy-Clean Lid, 16oz, Monaco for $11.77 (list price $17.99)

AmazonBasics 360-Piece Clear Plastic Cutlery Set for $10.99 (list price $16.99)

Contigo AUTOSEAL West Loop Vacuum Insulated Stainless Steel Travel Mug with Easy Clean Lid, 20oz, Black for $13.59 (list price $19.99)

Hamilton Beach Flip Belgian Waffle Maker (26010) for $27.98 (list price $39.99)

Oster Reverse Crush Counterforms Blender, with 6-Cup Glass Jar, 7-Speed Settings and Brushed Stainless Steel/Black Finish for $41.56 (list price $79.99)

Mr. Coffee 12-Cup Programmable Coffee Brewer with Brew Strength Selector, CJX31 for $34.98 (list price $49.99)

George Foreman GFQ001 Quesadilla Maker, Red for $21.99 (list price $24.99)

BLACK+DECKER TO1303SB 4-Slice Toaster Oven, Includes Bake Pan, Broil Rack & Toasting Rack, Stainless Steel/Black Toaster Oven for $29.92 (list price $33.24)

Pre Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet – Silicone Hot Handle Holder – 10.25 inch – by Utopia Kitchen for $17.99 (list price $39.99)

Farberware Nonstick Bakeware 3-Piece Cookie Pan Set, Gray for $12.26 (list price $39.00)

27-Piece Cake Decorating Tips Kits, OliveTech Professional Stainless Steel Icing Tip Set Tools Includes Reusable 10in Silicone Pastry Bag with 2 Reusable Coupler for Cakes Cupcakes Cookies Pastry for $9.99 (list price $24.99)

Pyrex Prepware 3-Piece Glass Mixing Bowl Set for $11.31 (list price $14.69)

Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls by Finedine (Set of 6) Polished Mirror Finish Nesting Bowls, ¾ – 1.5 – 3 – 4 – 5 – 8 Quart – Cooking Supplies for $19.95 (list price $39.99)

Keliwa 12 Cup Silicone Muffin & Cupcake Baking Pan / Non – Stick / Dishwasher – Microwave Safe / 21 FREE RECIPES for $9.99

Wilton Nonstick 6-Cavity Donut Pan for $7.44 (list price $9.99)

Hiware 7 Inch Non-stick Springform Pan / Cheesecake Pan / Leakproof Cake Pan Bakeware / With Cleaning Cloth for $13.99 (list price $18.99)

Lollipop sticks 100 count 6 inch for $4.18 (list price $4.99)

OXO Good Grips Medium Cookie Scoop for $13.95 (list price $13.99)

JB Chef Culinary Micro Butane Torch | Refillable Cooking Kitchen Blow Torch With Safety Lock & Adjustable Flame | For Pastries, Desserts, Crème Brûlée, Blazing, Soldering, Camping, Jewelry & More for $19.97 (list price $49.99)

AmazonBasics 6-Piece Bakeware Set for $18.40 

Food Coloring Liqua-Gel – 12 Color Variety Kit in .75 fl. oz. (20ml) Bottles for $18.95

KRUPS F203 Electric Spice and Coffee Grinder with Stainless Steel Blades, 3-Ounce, Black for $16.95 (list price $18.99)

Keurig Descaling Solution for $10.60 (list price $10.63)

Charcoal Water Filters Replacements Fits Keurig 2.0 Models by Possiave- Easy to replace-Removes Chlorine, odors, and others impurities from Water-Pack of 12-White for $8.99

Spiralizer 5-Blade Vegetable Slicer, Strongest-and-Heaviest Duty, Best Veggie Pasta & Spaghetti Maker for Low Carb/Paleo/Gluten-Free Meals, With 3 Exclusive Recipe eBooks for $29.99 (list price $49.99)

Mr. Coffee 12-Cup Programmable Coffee Brewer with Brew Strength Selector, CJX31 for $34.98 (list price $49.99)

HOME

Skip Hop Moby Bath Tear-Free Waterfall Rinser, Blue for $7.99 (list price $10.00)

Black+Decker CHV1510 Dustbuster 15.6-Volt Cordless Cyclonic Hand Vacuum for $19.99 (list price $49.99)

VicTsing 300ml Essential Oil Diffuser, Wood Grain Ultrasonic Aroma Cool Mist Humidifier for Office Home Bedroom Baby Room Study Yoga Spa for $39.99 (list price $45.99)

Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier XL – 1-Gallon Water Tank with Variable Mist Control, Automatic Shut-Off, and Soft Night Light Options for $49.99 (list price $79.99)

GoPets Dematting Comb with 2 Sided Professional Grooming Rake for Cats & Dogs for $20.00 (list price $39.99)

Pure Enrichment PureSteam Fabric Steamer – White for $24.99 (list price $29.99)

URPOWER Dog Bowls Stainless Steel Dog Bowl with No Spill Non-Skid Silicone Mat 53 oz Feeder Bowls Pet Bowl for Dogs Cats and Pets for $17.99 (list price $43.99)

Trend Lab Dove Gray Chevron Storage Caddy, White for $19.90 (list price $20.08)

Beurer Foot Massager With Built in Heat Function, Shiatsu like Features for $58.42 (list price $84.99)

TubShroom The Revolutionary Tub Drain Protector Hair Catcher/Strainer/Snare, Blue for $12.99 (list price $19.95)

Hydroluxe Full-Chrome 24 Function Ultra-Luxury 3-way 2 in 1 Shower-Head /Handheld-Shower Combo for $43.18 (list price $43.18)

AmazonBasics Mesh Wastebasket for $9.99

Neiko 60166A Toilet Plunger with Patented All-Angle Design | Heavy Duty | Aluminum Handle for $13.99 (list price $22.99)

InterDesign York Lyra Bathroom Shower Caddy for Shampoo, Conditioner, Soap – Silver for $15.55 (list price $24.99)

Top-VRA Clear Acrylic Cosmetics Cotton Swabs, Q-Tips, Make Up Pads,Makeup and Jewelry Storage Case Display Holder, Space-Saving, Beauty Acrylic Bathroom Organizer, Cosmetics For Bathroom Bedroom for $11.88 (list price $29.88)

InterDesign Soap Saver, Oval, Set of 3 for $5.23

Sterilite 25306P01 3 Drawer Wide Weave Tower, Espresso Frame & Drawers w/ Driftwood Handles, 1-Pack for $22.44 (list price $32.68)

IPOW 2 Pack 360 Degree Rotating Twirl Tie Rack Adjustable Tie Belt Hanger Holder Hook Ties for Closet Organizer Storage (4.4″black) for $6.99 (list price $9.99)

Household Essentials Pop-Up Collapsible Mesh Laundry Hamper, Black for $12.99 (list price $13.88)

Whitmor 6779-3044 Double Rod Freestanding Closet with Steel and Resin Frame, 45.2 by 68-Inch, Silver for $40.16 (list price $47.99)

Honeywell HT-900 TurboForce Air Circulator Fan, Black for $13.99 (list price $15.99)

Lasko 754200 Ceramic Heater with Adjustable Thermostat for $18.73  

Honeywell HCM350W Germ Free Cool Mist Humidifier, White for $69.99 

Radha Aromatherapy Essential Oil Diffuser 200 ml – Wood And Glass Ultrasonic Cool Mist Aroma Humidifier with changing Colored LED Lights for $39.95 (list price $99.00)

Parks and Recreation Swanson Pyramid of Greatness Television Poster 34 x 22in for $1.90 (list price $19.95)

Comfort Research UltimaX Beans Refill, 100 Liters for $25.98 (list price $29.99)

Tot Tutors Kids’ Toy Storage Organizer with 12 Plastic Bins, Natural/Primary (Primary Collection) for $53.99 (list price $92.00)

Elles Bedding Collections Bed Sheets 100% Cotton Sheet Set, 300 Thread Count, Sateen Weave, 15 inch Deep Pocket, 4-Piece Bedsheet set (WHITE, Queen) for $23.99 (list price $39.99)

LILYSILK 100 Pure Mulberry Silk Pillowcase for Hair with Cotton Underside Charmeuse Hypoallergenic Standard/Queen 20×30 Inch Apricot 1pc 19 Momme Gift Box for $16.15 (list price $50.60)

Fitted Sheet (Queen – White) – Deep Pocket Brushed Velvety Microfiber, Breathable, Extra Soft and Comfortable – Wrinkle, Fade, Stain and Abrasion Resistant – by Utopia Bedding for $12.99 (list price $28.95)

All Season White Down Comforter/Duvet, 600 Fill Power, 100% Cotton Cover, White, King Size for $99.99 (list price $219.98)

Sofantex Premium Faux Fur Throws White Rabbit for $139.99 (list price $299.99)

HEALTH AND BEAUTY

Puriya Cream For Eczema, Psoriasis, Rosacea, Dermatitis, Shingles and Rashes. Powerful 13-in-1 Natural Formula Provides Instant and Lasting Relief For Severely Dry, Cracked, Itchy, or Irritated Skin for $29.97 (list price $39.97)

Hempz Sweet Pineapple and Honey Melon Herbal Body Moisturizer, 17 Ounce for $9.70 (list price $12.95)

Hempz Hydrating Bath and Body Oil, Off Yellow, Sweet Pineapple/Honey Melon, 6.76 Fluid Ounce for $11.23 (list price $14.97)

BURBERRY The Beat for Women Eau de Parfum, 1.0 fl.oz for $28.50 (list price $58.00)

InstaNatural Eyelash & Eyebrow Boost Serum – Rapid & Fast Lash Care for Long, Thick & Fuller Eyelashes & to Enhance Brows – With Peptides, Organic Vitamins & Premium Xlash Liquid Formula – 10 ML for $19.97 (list price $24.97)

Soho Disney Villains Collection Cosmetic Round Top Bag, The Little Mermaid & Ursula for $10.39 (list price $12.99)

Kleenex Liquid Hand Soap with Moisturizers (91552), Pink, Floral Scent, 1.0L, 6 Bottles / Case for $36.23 (list price $50.46)

Conair Hc318am Cord/Cordless Rechargeable Home Haircutting Kits for $24.60 (list price $30.76)

LONDON SOHO NEW YORK Disney Collection Mickey and Minnie Emoji Cosmetic Train Case for $11.99 (list price $17.99)

DHC Deep Cleansing Oil, 6.7 Fluid Ounce for $23.44 (list price $28.00)

Germ-X 1000043753 Original Hand Sanitizer, 67.6 oz. (Pack of 4) for $41.72 (list price $59.60)

QingHan 40Pcs Baby Girl Grosgrain Ribbon Boutique Pinwheel Hair Bows For Teens Baby Girls Babies Toddlers for $11.99 (list price $29.99)

Nexxus Therappe Moisturizing Shampoo Pump, 33.8 Ounce for $13.05 (list price $19.45)

Remington PG6025 All-in-1 Lithium Powered Grooming Kit, Trimmer (8 Pieces) for $19.99

Cetaphil Baby Wash and Shampoo with Organic Calendula, 7.8 Ounce for $4.94 (list price $5.99)

Viva Labs Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil, 32 Ounce for $15.79 (list price $15.79)

Suavecito Pomade Firme Hold 4 oz for $12.80 (list price $14.95)

Head and Shoulders Clinical Strength Dandruff and Seborrheic Dermatitis Shampoo 13.5 Fl Oz (Pack of 2) for $13.56 (list price $15.98)

Rogaine Men’s Extra Strength Solution, 2 Oz. (Pack of 3) for $39.96 (list price $45.91)

Maple Holistics Silk18 Natural Hair Conditioner for Men and Women, 8 oz for $21.77 (list price $24.99)

Conair 1875 Watt Hair Dryer; White for $12.99 (list price $16.99)

Simple Cleansing Facial Wipes, Kind to Skin 25 Count, Twin Pack for $6.92 (list price $8.39)

Dove Beauty Bar, White 4 oz, 14 bar for $13.05 (list price $13.85)

Bio-Oil Liquid Purcellin Oil, 4.2 oz for $7.93 (list price $19.99)

Majestic Pure Fractionated Coconut Oil, 16 Oz for (list price )

Bedtime Bliss BTB01 Contoured & Comfortable Sleep Mask for $12.90 (list price $12.97)

OFFICE, SCHOOL, AND ART SUPPLIES

3L Scrapbook Adhesives E-Z Runner Permanent Adhesive Dispenser, 28 Feet, 2-Pack for $5.50 (list price $7.01)

4M Make A Wind Chime Kit for $9.05

JARBO 1 Set+1 Black Replacement for Epson 288XL Ink Cartridge High Capacity, 5 Packs (2 Black 1 Cyan 1 Magenta 1 Yellow), Used in Epson Expression Home XP-330 XP-430 XP-434 Printer for $35.99 (list price $49.99)

GP Spectrum Premium 96 Ink Jet & Laser Paper, 8.5 x 11 Inches, 3-Ream (1500 Sheets) (998605) for $15.05 (list price $33.99)

SE MZ101B Helping Hand with Magnifying Glass for $6.94 (list price $13.99)

MarvelBeads Water Beads Rainbow Mix, 8 oz (20,000 beads) for Orbeez Spa Refill, Sensory Toys and Décor for $7.94 (list price $9.49)

EnTeck 30X 60X Dual Lens LED Illuminated Jewelry Magnifier, Pocket Microscope Magnifying Jewelers Eye Loupe Glasses for $10.69 (list price $16.99)

Ring Snuggies – The Original Ring Adjusters – Assorted Sizes for $5.76

Perler Beads 6,000 Count Bucket-Multi Mix for $12.42

BESKIT 30PCS Clay Sculpting Tools Pottery Carving Tool Set – Includes Clay Color Shapers, Modeling Tools & Wooden Sculpture Knife for $17.99 (list price $25.99)

CCbetter Mini Hot Melt Glue Gun with 25pcs Glue Sticks High Temperature Melting Glue Gun Kit Flexible Trigger for DIY Small Craft Projects&Sealing and Quick Repairs(20-watt, Blue) for $10.99 (list price $19.99)

Silhouette Replacement Blade for $8.82 (list price $9.99)

Sakura 30062 6-Piece Pigma Micron Ink Pen Set, Black for $6.60 (list price $6.63)

Elmer’s All Purpose School Glue Sticks, Washable, 30 Pack, 0.24-ounce sticks for $13.97

Pacon Lightweight Construction Paper, 9-Inches by 12-Inches, Assorted Colors, 500 Count (6555) for $10.34 (list price $15.34)

X-ACTO #2 Knife With Safety Cap for $5.90 (list price $6.29)

Caydo 6 Set DIY Metal Bath Bomb Mold with 3 Sizes 12 Pieces for Crafting Your Own Fizzles for $11.99 (list price $16.99)

Soap Making Set – 9 Liquid Colors for Soap coloring, Red, Yellow, Blue, Lilac, Peach, Seafoam, Yellow, Turquoise and Lime, 0.25-Ounce Each Color. for $14.49 (list price $15.49)

ChalkTastic CHALK MARKERS & Pens by FANTASTIC ChalkTastic BEST for Kids Art Menu Board Bistro Boards – 8 Glass & Window Markers & Erasable Pens – Reversible 6mm Fine or Chisel Tip – Bright Neon Colored Plus White for $13.97 (list price $32.95)

Glass Bottle Cutter, Genround Bottle Cutter Machine Wine Bottle Glass Cutter Cutting Tool for $22.99 

Courise – 108 Unique Colors Gel Pen Set for $14.99 (list price $79.99)

UBOXES Small Bubble Cushioning Wrap, 50′ 3/16″ 12″ Wide, Green (BUBBSMA12GRE) for $8.00 (list price $12.95)

DYMO LabelManager 160 Handheld Label Maker (1790415) for $14.92 (list price $14.92)

Pilot FriXion Clicker Retractable Erasable Gel Pens, Fine Point, Assorted Color Inks, 7-Pack (31472) for $9.99 (list price $10.12)

Dust-Off Disposable Compressed Gas Duster, 10 oz Cans, 2 Pack for $12.16 (list price $13.59)

Mr. Sketch Scented Twistable Crayons, Assorted Colors, 12-Count for $5.47 (list price $9.49)

Maestro 15 Professional Artist Brushes with Portable Carry Case. Best Art Supplies Travel Kit by D’Artisan Shoppe for $49.57 (list price $80.00)

Klutz Stencil Art Book Kit for $16.01 (list price $19.99)

OUTDOORS, SPORTS, AND GAMES

ORICSSON Travel Lightweight Foldable Carry on Hiking Backpack Daypack for Men and Women,Green 35L for $16.39

DUSICHIN SFL-001 Pressure Washer Jet Wash 1/4″ Quick Release Adjustable Snow Foam Lance, Foam Cannon for $55.00 (list price $55.00)

Flamingo Watering Can Decorative Elegant Pot For Indoor Outdoor House Plants Easy Pour Small Size Plastic 1.5L By DecoDuke for $12.95 (list price $24.95)

ROSE CREATE 2 Pcs 3.5 Inches White Oval Pots, Cactus Plant Pots With Bamboo Trays – Pack of 2 (Oval) for $18.99 (list price $33.65)

Union 63182 Elephant Watering Can, 2 quart, Gray for $4.80 (list price $5.08)

GDEALER Solar String Lights 72ft 200 LED 8 Modes Solar White Solar Powered Waterproof Starry Fairy Outdoor String Lights Christmas Decoration Lights for Garden Path, Party, Bedroom Decoration (1) for $9.99 (list price $27.99)

Shop Succulents Unique Succulent (Collection of 20) for $37.50 (list price $39.99)

Speedo Vanquisher 2.0 Mirrored Swim Goggle for $17.97 (list price $21.99)

Razor A Kick Scooter for $27.99 (list price $44.99)

Spalding NBA Street Basketball – Official Size 7 (29.5″) for $12.99 (list price $17.99)

Yaktrax Walk Traction Cleats for Walking on Snow and Ice for $17.30 (list price $20.00)

ProSource Multi-Grip Chin-Up/Pull-Up Bar, Heavy Duty Doorway Trainer for Home Gym for $26.18 (list price $29.99)

Envision Home 420400 Microfiber Pet Bowl/Food Mat for $5.98 (list price $7.18)

Animal Planet Booster Seat – Tan W. Teal Trim for $17.09 (list price $18.99)

2-in-1 First Aid Kit (120 Piece) + Bonus 32-Piece Mini First Aid Kit: Compact, Lightweight for Emergencies at Home, Outdoors, Car, Camping, Workplace, Hiking & Survival. for $21.95 (list price $34.99)

Weight Lifting Gloves With 12″ Wrist Wraps Support for Gym Workout, Cross Training, Weightlifting, Fitness & Cross Training – The Best For Men & Women -Quality Gear by Nordic Lifting-1 Year Warranty for $19.95 (list price $39.95)

Cap Barbell Workouts Coated Hex Dumbbell, Black, 10 lb for $8.90 (list price $20.00)

Innova ITX9600 Heavy Duty Inversion Therapy Table for $85.61 (list price $117.81)

Solar Lights,URPOWER 2-in-1 Waterproof 4 LED Solar Spotlight Adjustable Wall Light Landscape Light Security Lighting Dark Sensing Auto On/Off for Patio Deck Yard Garden Driveway Pool Area(2 Pack) for $24.99 (list price $99.99)

Etekcity 2 Pack Plant Soil Moisture Meter, Water Monitor for Gardening,Farming for $8.99 (list price $19.99)

VicTsing Grill Cover, Medium 58-Inch BBQ Cover Waterproof, Heavy Duty Gas Grill Cover for Weber, Brinkmann, Char Broil, Holland and Jenn Air for $19.99 (list price $49.99)

InnoGear 20 LED Solar Lights Motion Sensor Detector Gutter Outdoor Security Light, Pack of 2 (White) for $19.99 (list price $49.99)

ELECTRONICS

Acer Aspire TC, Intel Core i5-6400, 8GB DDR4, 2TB HDD, Windows 10 Home, (ATC-780-AMZi5) for $399.99 (list price $449.99)

Anker PowerCore Speed 10000 QC, Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 Portable Charger with Power IQ, Power Bank for Samsung, iPhone, iPad and More for $24.99 (list price $49.99)

Anker Quick Charge 3.0 24W USB Car Charger, PowerDrive+ 1 for Galaxy S7 / S6 / Edge / Plus, Note 5 / 4 and PowerIQ for iPhone 7 / 6s / Plus, iPad Pro / Air 2 / mini, LG, Nexus, HTC and More for $10.99 (list price $49.99)

VicTsing Bluetooth FM Transmitter, Wireless In-Car FM Transmitter Radio Adapter Car Kit With USB Car Charger AUX Input 1.44 Inch Display TF Card Slot for $19.99 (list price $39.99)

TP-Link N450 Wireless Wi-Fi Router, Up to 450Mbps (TL-WR940N) for $29.95 (list price $49.99)

Logitech G502 Proteus Spectrum RGB Tunable Gaming Mouse, FPS Mouse for $58.00 (list price $79.99)

VIZIO SB3821-C6 38-Inch 2.1 Channel Sound Bar with Wireless Subwoofer for $139.99 (list price $158.00)

AUKEY Outlet Adapter with 2 Outlets and 4 USB Ports USB Charger for Smartphones, Tablet, Laptop and more, ETL Certified for $19.99 (list price $24.99)

2016 Sades Newly Updated Xbox One Headset Over Ear Stereo Bass Gaming Headphone with Noise Isolation Microphone for New Xbox One PC PS4 Laptop Phone(Xmas Version) for $39.99 (list price $39.99)

Apexel Pro-quality 2 in 1 Clip-on 0.67x Wide Angle + 10x Macro Camera Lens for iPhone 6/6 Plus/5S/5C/4S/4 Samsung HTC Sony LG iPad Tablets (No Dark Edges) for $11.48 (list price $15.96)

Electrohome Wellington Record Player Retro Vinyl Turntable Real Wood Stereo System, AM/FM Radio, CD, USB for MP3, Vinyl-to-MP3 Recording, Headphone Jack, AUX Input for Smartphones (EANOS502) for $125.98 (list price $149.99)

Connectland Stereo Wired Headphone & Microphone Lightweight 40mm Speaker Music Gaming Stylish Teal CL-AUD63035 for $8.32 (list price $16.99)

Cordpro Cord Organizer (Yellow) for $15.08 (list price $24.99)

iHome iPL23 Stereo FM Clock Radio with Lightning Dock Charge/Play for iPhone 5/5S 6/6Plus 7/7Plus with USB Out to Charge any USB Device -Black for $59.95 (list price $79.95)

Anker SoundCore nano Bluetooth Speaker with Big Sound, Super-Portable Wireless Speaker with Built-in Mic for iPhone 7, iPad, Samsung, Nexus, HTC, Laptops and More – Pink for $49.99 (list price $49.99)

Wireless Bluetooth Headphones – Photive HF1 Lightweight On Ear Headset Sports Premium Stereo Noise Isolating Sound – Best Portable Earphones For Music, PC Gaming, TV, SmartPhones – 12 Hour Battery for $39.95 (list price $49.95)

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8 Architectural Wonders Built in the Name of Love

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The Taj Mahal, built to commemorate a Mughal emperor’s favorite wife, isn’t the only architectural marvel with a romantic (if tragic) backstory. Throughout history, people have expressed their love with large-scale construction projects—because sometimes flowers and a box of chocolates don’t quite cut it. Here are eight monuments to love in its various forms.

1. BOLDT CASTLE // NEW YORK

Boldt Castle, located on Heart Island in Alexandria Bay, New York, is a beautiful building with a tragic story. In 1900 George Boldt, proprietor of New York City’s famous Waldorf-Astoria Hotel, commissioned a team of over 300 workers to build a 120-room castle as a gift to his wife, Louise. George’s love for his wife was so great that he spared no expense in the design, which included tunnel systems, Italian gardens, and a drawbridge.

In 1904, Louise Boldt died of “apparent heart failure” (although there are rumors of a drug overdose) and George ordered that construction stop immediately. Unable to imagine living in the meticulously planned house without the love of his life, Boldt abandoned the project. He never returned to Heart Island.

For 73 years the castle sat as an unfinished memorial to his lost love, falling into disrepair. In 1977 the Thousand Islands Bridge Authority acquired the site and opened the castle to the public, using funds earned from tours to restore the building to its intended glory.

2. MYSTERY CASTLE // ARIZONA

In the foothills of South Mountain Park in Phoenix, Arizona, sits the Mystery Castle, built in the 1930s by a man named Boyce Luther Gully. Originally from Seattle, Gully had a daughter, Mary Lou, whom he often entertained with tales of castles and dragons. He’d even promised to one day build her a castle. But when Mary Lou was 5, Gully received a diagnosis of tuberculosis, a fatal disease back then. Gully dealt with the news by setting off for Arizona without telling his daughter—or the rest of his family—where he was going.

But in 1945, when Mary Lou was 22, she received a letter from her father. He wrote from his deathbed to tell her he’d built her a castle. Despite everything, he’d kept his word: Employed part-time as a shoe salesman to afford building materials, Boyce had labored alone to build an assortment of towers and rooms out of stone, cement, car parts, and other salvaged materials. He also made frequent trips over the border to Mexico to shop for decorations.

Shortly after receiving the letter, Mary Lou and her mother relocated from Seattle to Arizona to take up residence in the amazing architectural curiosity—an 18-room multi-level stone mansion full of secret compartments stuffed with coins, jewelry, and even gold nuggets. The Mystery Castle had no electricity or running water when they moved in, so Mary Lou and her mother had to shower at a nearby gas station.

Boyce also installed a trap door that he instructed was not to be opened until 1948. When the day arrived, Mary Lou found a time capsule of sorts—complete with a picture of her father, a note he’d written to Mary Lou, two $500 bills, and a Valentine’s Day card that she’d given to him as a child.

Mary Lou lived in the Mystery Castle until her death in 2010, and often gave guided tours. Today, the castle is open for tours Thursday through Sunday.

3. DOBROYD CASTLE // ENGLAND

The couple behind Dobroyd Castle in Todmorden, England, may have been doomed from the start.

John Fielden was the son of a wealthy mill owner who fell in love with a working-class weaver named Ruth Stansfield. When he asked her to marry him, she said yes, but reportedly only on the stipulation that he build her a castle.

Most men would probably have taken the hint, but Fielden called her bluff and agreed. They married in 1857, and in 1866 Fielden hired architect John Gibson to design and built the castle. With 66 rooms, stables for 17 horses, and the monogram “JFR” carved in a dozen locations around the building, you could hardly say it was a subtle gesture of love.

However, it wasn’t exactly an enduring love. John soon decided that in order to climb the social ladder, he ought to send his wife to a finishing school in Switzerland. That evidently didn’t sit well with Ruth, since upon her return she became more and more alienated from her husband until her death in 1877. John, who had been crippled by a horse in 1873, remarried soon thereafter (this time to a lady of higher social standing) and remained in the castle until his death in 1893.

Since then, Dobroyd Castle has served as a boys’ school, a Buddhist centre, and most recently an activity center for school groups.

4. CORAL CASTLE // FLORIDA

A sign carved in stone at the entrance to Coral Castle reads “You Will Be Seeing Unusual Accomplishment.” It’s an accurate statement, but it certainly doesn’t tell you the whole story.

Edward Leedskalnin was 26 years old in 1913 and living in Riga, Latvia, when he got engaged to the love of his life, Agnes Scuffs, who was then 16. One day before their wedding, however, Agnes called the whole thing off. A heartbroken Edward spent a few years moving between Canada, California, and Texas before settling in Florida in 1918. There he decided to start building a monument to his unrequited love—something that would become a lifelong project.

He began building huge coral rock sculptures in his Florida City home, but in 1936 bought 10 acres of land in nearby Homestead and relocated the entire project himself. By 1940, he had single-handedly created an incredible structure complete with towers, fountains, ornate furniture, and sculptures. In all, it’s estimated he sculpted around 1100 tons of coral rock using only rudimentary tools and a series of pulleys and levers. The feat is particularly impressive considering he was only a little over 5 feet tall and weighed around 100 pounds—and reportedly worked only at night to maintain his privacy.

5. SWALLOW’S NEST CASTLE // CRIMEA

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Like something from a gothic horror, the castle known as Swallow’s Nest looms over a cliff edge overlooking the Crimean Sea. The original building on the site was a wooden structure, constructed in 1895 and named “The Castle of Love.” But it’s unclear whether it was built for the love of a woman, love of country, or simply as a place for romantic escapades.

The Castle of Love’s second owner was A.K. Tobin, the doctor to the tsar, who gifted the castle to his wife. She sold it in 1903 and the property changed hands a few more times until 1911, when German oil man Baron von Steinhel became the owner. The homesick Baron had the wooden structure demolished and a new stone structure built in its stead. Evoking his love of the Neo-Gothic architecture of his homeland, the impressive building still hangs over the edge of the cliff today, having even survived an earthquake in 1927. Its striking aesthetic even made appearances in several Soviet films.

Since the ’70s though, it’s been operated as an Italian restaurant—surely the setting for many a romantic evening.

6. THE PETIT TRIANON // FRANCE

You may have noticed a pattern with many of these romantic structures: they rarely turn out according to plan. The Petit Trianon is no exception.

Designed in 1762 by Ange-Jacques Gabriel at the request of Louis XV, the Petit Trianon was originally built for the king’s mistress, Madame de Pompadour. Destined for Versailles park, it was meant to mirror the pre-existing Marble Trianon (subsequently renamed The Grand Trianon) building already on the estate, and was greatly influenced by the “Greek Style” then sweeping Europe.

Sadly, Madame de Pompadour died four years before the building was finished, and upon its completion in 1768 it was given to her successor, Madame du Barry. She occupied and decorated the home until Louis XV’s death in 1774.

Louis XVI then took the throne and gifted the Petit Trianon to his young wife—and arguably the most famous inhabitant of the palace—Marie-Antoinette. During the French Revolution, the Trianon became a hostel, before none other than Napoleon Bonaparte had the palace restored for his sister, Pauline.

In 1867, Empress Eugénie (wife of Napoleon III and a Marie-Antoinette fanatic) converted the Petit Trianon into a museum dedicated to the life and memory of Marie-Antoinette. It continues to serve that function to this day.

7. ASHTON MEMORIAL // ENGLAND

Known locally as the “Taj Mahal of the North,” the Ashton Memorial sits on top of a hill in Williamson Park in Lancaster, England. Local millionaire and industrialist Lord Ashton (sometimes called “the Lino King of Lancaster”) had the 150-foot structure built in memory of his second wife Jessie, who died in 1904.

Designed by Sir John Belcher and built using Portland stone with a copper dome, the memorial has been open to the public since 1909 and provides incredible panoramic views of the nearby bays. The memorial also hosts occasional art exhibitions, concerts, and, of course, weddings.

It’s perhaps worth noting that despite spending the equivalent of about $9 million in today’s money on the memorial, Lord Ashton remarried a few months before the building was opened to the public.

8. KODAI-JI TEMPLE // JAPAN

The oldest structure on this list—Kodai-Ji Temple in Kyoto, Japan—is also the only one masterminded by a woman.

Built in 1606 and officially named Kodaiji-jushozenji Temple, the ornate structure was established by Kita-no-Mandokoro in memory of her husband, Toyotomi Hideyoshi, who died in 1598. Kita-no-Mandokoro later became a priestess at the temple and assumed the name Kodaiin Kogetsuni. She stayed at the temple until her death in 1624.

The temple today consists of an ornate garden (said to have been designed by the legendary landscape artist Kobori Enshū), a main building that was rebuilt in 1912 after extensive fire damage, and the Otama-ya—a sanctuary with shrines dedicated to both Toyotomi Hideyoshi and Kita-no-Mandokoro. The temple also houses a Jinbaori (a coat worn over armor) that once belonged to Hideyoshi, woven with gold and silver thread.

The temple gardens are a nationally designated historic site and many of the items in the shrine are considered by Japan to be important cultural assets. Fittingly, both Toyotomi Hideyoshi and Kita-no-Mandokoro are also buried onsite.


February 14, 2017 – 10:00am

Send That Special Bibliophile a Valentine’s Day Message

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Whether your literary tastes lean more toward Pride and Prejudice or Fifty Shades of Grey, books can have a powerful effect on one’s own set of romantic ideals. Which is why the New York Public Library is a fan of February 14th and has created a unique way for you to share your love—of literature and that special someone in your life—this Valentine’s Day.

The NYPL wants you to “Send Some Library Love” via a conversation heart e-card, each one emblazoned with a library-themed message like “Check Me Out,” “Talk Wordy to Me,” or “You’re On Hold.” To send your own e-card, log onto the NYPL’s website, choose your preferred sentiment, personalize it with a message, hit send, and hope for your own storybook ending.


February 14, 2017 – 9:30am

Photographer Creates Detailed Exoplanets Out of Styrofoam

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You may remember recreating the planets from Styrofoam spheres in your elementary school science class, but Adam Makarenko takes that concept to the next level by branching outside our solar system to create hyper-realistic exoplanet models.

According to Vocativ, the Toronto-based photographer uses Styrofoam or plaster to craft each miniature world by hand. His exoplanet series evolved from an earlier project in which he built models of deep-space probes. He started building planets to hang in the backgrounds of those pictures, and soon enough his celestial creations became the focus of the work.

Because Makarenko is drawing inspiration from planets at least a few light years from our own, he takes a few artistic liberties with the landscapes he recreates. That being said, he does make an effort to incorporate the available information, Vocativ reports.

After constructing an exoplanet in stunning detail, his final step is taking a photograph that envisions the body in space. His images, showcased on Instagram, include details like rings, moons, stars, and volcanic eruptions on the surfaces of his planets. Makarenko plans to release a book highlighting some of his most impressive pieces in the future. He also hopes to build models of 1000 exoplanets—and with the number of known exoplanets growing each year, he won’t have worry about running out of material if he wishes to keep going.

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February 14, 2017 – 9:00am

14 Terms of Affection from Across the U.S.

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Looking for a way to spice up your love language? Snuggle up with these 14 idioms, slang terms, and sayings from the Dictionary of American Regional English (DARE) on how to get it on all over the United States.

1. HOTTER THAN DUTCH LOVE

Used in the North to mean hot weather or a hot relationship. Also used, according to quotes in DARE, in regards to coffee or “when somebody can’t figure out what is going on at a neighbor’s house, for a gathering that looks hotter’n Dutchlove.” Why Dutch love is particularly passionate isn’t clear. There’s also the inexplicable Dutch kiss, which involves holding onto either both ears or an ear and the nose of the kissee.

2. CUPID’S CRAMP

A term that means amorous infatuation. According to a 1961 book called The Old-Time Cowhand, “If there was a pretty daughter the whole range would soon be sufferin’ with Cupid’s cramp.”

3. BETWATTLED

Yet another way to say infatuated. Betwattled also means “confused, distressed, bewildered, stupid.” A 1927 quote describes it as an “excellent and common term” that refers to when a person is so in love he or she is “unable to use good judgment.” Still more terms for “infatuated” include beany, cranky about, struck on, and case, as in “to have a case on someone.”

4. DROP ONE’S WING

This saying meaning to make affectionate advances or to flirt with may be heard in Georgia. Comparable is to wing down, which is British English dialect and means to court or pay attention to.

5. FEIST

In the south Appalachians, flirting might be called feisting, which also involves strutting and moving “so as to draw attention to oneself.” Feist may be related to the energetic and excitable feisty, which comes from the American English feist, a small dog.

6. GALLANT

To gallant in the South and South Midland means to court or flirt, or to escort (someone). According to the Oxford English Dictionary (OED), an earlier adjectival sense of gallant is gorgeous or showy, and comes from the Old French galant, meaning “courteous.”

7. HONEYFUGGLE

Engaging in some public display of affection? You’re honeyfuggling. Some might say it means to make “too much of a show of affection in a public place.” Honeyfuggle has a slew of other meanings as well, including to swindle or dupe; to flatter; to “snuggle up to”; and to lure or entice. The term might be a variance of connyfogle, an English dialectal that means to hoodwink or coax with flattery.

8. LOLLYGAG (AROUND)

Another term for out-in-the-open hanky-panky, as well as to neck, flirt, or gush. To lollygag around can also mean to loiter or chatter idly. As a noun, lollygag can refer to nonsense or idle talk, and can also be used as a term of disparagement. The plural, lollygags, means “airs, affections, love-making.”

9., 10., AND 11. QUAKER FIP, DUTCH NICKEL, AND YANKEE DIME

All terms for kisses, and all based on old-timey stereotypical beliefs about thriftiness. It was believed Quakers, the Dutch, and Yankees (that is, northerners) were so frugal, they’d rather drop a peck on the cheek than respectively, a fip (which is a small thing or trifle), nickel, or dime.

Fip, by the way, is a shortening of fippenny bit, a six-cent coin “that circulated in the eastern U.S. before 1857,” according to DARE. For Quaker fip (also called Quaker nickel) DARE has quotes from Illinois and Ohio, and for Dutch nickel, Texas, Kentucky, and Missouri. Meanwhile, Yankee dime is primarily used in the South and South Midland, especially Alabama.

12. BUSS

This kissing word is chiefly used as a noun in the Midland states and as a verb in the South Midland. The OED describes a buss as “a loud or vigorous” kiss, and says it might be imitative in origin.

13. SCHMUTZ

While schmutz might be more known for its Yiddish or German meaning (dirt or filth), in the Pennsylvania-German area it means to kiss. According to a book called Ferhoodled English: Curious and Amusing Pennsylvania Dutch Talk, while “‘Knoatching und Schmutzing’ may not sound very romantic to us,” to the “young folks in the Pennsylvania Dutch country it means hugging and kissing.” Schmutz meaning to kiss comes from the Pennsylvania-German schmutze, “to kiss,” while schmutz meaning dirt comes from the German schmutzen, “to make dirty.” It’s not clear if the two are related.

14. GUMSUCK

This rather old-fashioned—and revolting—idiom for kissing might have been heard back in the day in Kentucky, Tennessee (“coupled with neck-sawing,” whatever neck-sawing is), and Georgia. In John Bartlett’s Dictionary of Americanisms (1877), “a friend” informs the editor that “he first heard it at Princeton College, in 1854, and thinks it may be a Jersey word.”


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Milner Library Is Digitizing the Colorful History of the Circus

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This May, Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus will be ending their 146-year run with one final show at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum on Long Island. As the famous circus company shutters its traveling doors (a result of high costs and dipping ticket sales), Illinois State University’s Milner Library is working to preserve the industry’s unique culture. The library has spent years protecting circus history by digitizing thousands of posters, photographs, and Kodachrome slides. After receiving a $268,000 grant from the Council on Library and Information Resources, the library can now expand their online collection by digitizing over 300 circus route books spanning from 1842 to 1969. The project, which will take about three years, will help preserve the legacy of the circus for generations to come.

Circus route books are usually written at the end of a season and give a detailed summary of the circus’s goings-on. They chronicle everything from the crowd sizes to the names of performers and crew. Being able to read these extensive works gives readers a good sense of what happened at the shows, even if they weren’t able to attend themselves. “It seeps into your soul, holding that letter,” Maureen Brunsdale, Milner Library’s head of special collections and rare books told Smithsonian. “[The route books] gives us a real snapshot of what the circus looked like.”

In order to get these books online for the circus-curious public, the library is teaming up with two other big-time circus history collections: Circus World in Baraboo, Wisconsin, and the Ringling Museum of Art in Sarasota. Together, the trio will work to digitize 315 route books so that readers can peruse the collection by specific names, circus shows, and towns.

Milner Library’s Circus and Allied Arts Collection was founded in 1955 as a means to document the relationship between Bloomington-Normal (twin cities in Central Illinois) and the circus. In the 1870s, trapeze artists set up a community and would practice in barns in the Bloomington area. Today, the library has over 8000 books, making it possibly the largest circus collection on Earth.

While the route books are slowly being uploaded, you can take some time and enjoy the library’s Passion of the Circus digital collection, which is filled with Sverre O. Braathen’s Kodachromes and black and white photographs from the 1930s through 1960s. The images can be sorted by performer names, circuses, locations, stage names, and subjects. The highly addicting collection is perfect for nostalgic circus lovers who need a fix before their next Big Top show. 

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February 14, 2017 – 6:30am