On Wednesday, more than 230 organizations, including the NAACP, the American Federation of Teachers and the National Education Association, sent a letter to Biden, as well as Vice President-elect Kamala Harris, urging them to use executive power to cancel federal student debt on day one of their administration. More than 44 million people collectively hold an estimated $1.6 trillion in student debt, a burden the organizations said was likely magnified by the economic fallout of the coronavirus pandemic....

Here are some common human foods that cats should not eat. Coffee and tea Both drinks, as well as coffee grounds and even used tea bags, are unsafe for cats due to their caffeine content. Within one to two hours of exposure to caffeine, cats and other pets can experience “mild to severe hyperactivity, restlessness, vomiting, tachycardia (elevated heart rate), hypertension (elevated blood pressure), abnormal heart rhythms, tremors, hyperthermia (elevated body temperature) seizures, and collapse,” according to the Pet Poison Helpline, a national licensed animal poison center....

Hundreds of employees at the Capitol were tested Monday after at least eight lawmakers had contracted the virus in recent days, State Health Officer Dr. Thomas Dobbs said during a news conference Tuesday. “Because of how many people they’ve been around, we want to go ahead and offer testing to pretty much everybody in the Capitol – staff and legislators – so we can go ahead and get people diagnosed and isolated as quickly as possible,” Dobbs said....

But the person bearing the most OMG Bama name of all doesn’t share his name with Bear Bryant, who, you know, was at least an actual person. He shares his name with the team’s nickname. MORE: SN Power Poll | HENDERSON: ‘We love our little general’ | Auburn scoreboard debut Crimson Tide. Not “Tyde” with a y, like Harvey Updyke’s daughter Crimson Tyde. Not Krymson Tyde, like the name last year’s Bama fan parents of the year signed off on....

In the era of solar, wind, and hydroelectric, nonrenewable options like fossil fuels are only used to offset demand for electricity. Since there are very few feasible ways for storing power for later use, electricity has to be generated, transmitted, and consumed all at the same time. Induction stoves are different from traditional electric stoves in the sense that the heating element is not located in the stove itself. In a traditional electric stove, the heating element switches on with varying amounts of power or switches on and off at various intervals to keep the pot warm....

The party began as a “relatively uneventful” event during the day but quickly escalated as the crowd turned dangerous. Police became involved after a rifle was seen pointed out of the open window of a passing vehicle at crowds gathered at a gas station. Deputies began ordering vehicles to move as crowds grew in multiple areas, including a gathering of about 1,500 pedestrians. Florida’s Department of Health has advised against gatherings of more than 250 people to lower the risk of coronavirus transmission during the pandemic....

A straight stick that’s between two and five feet long A straight stick that’s about one foot long Two rocks, stones, or other objects (heavy enough that wind won’t blow them around). If you can wait longer, do so, and place more rocks to mark the changing shadow. Note that this method is only approximate, and can be off by 23 degrees or so at the equator on the first day of winter or summer....

You may be able to use a small step-ladder for this if you’re tall. However, a 6 ft (1. 8 m) ladder may be safer. For a rear flap, press the tabs located on each side of the plastic flap at the same time. Then, gently pull it off to remove the control panel. [4] X Research source If you have a light cover, gently pull it off of the garage door opener....

Use a small amount of gentle, bleach-free detergent. [5] X Research source Check on your garment every few minutes by stopping the cycle and pulling it out – it may shrink more quickly than you expected. If so, you’ll want to pull it out before the cycle is over. [6] X Expert Source Susan StockerCleaning Professional Expert Interview. 8 November 2019. Make sure the water is lukewarm. Spraying your garment with water that’s too hot could cause it to shrink to a smaller size than you intended....

But to draw the most use from constant innovation, you need a plan. Otherwise, you get a bunch of people in a room throwing around too many ideas and becoming disheartened when a million are rejected before one is good to go. With a framework in place for analyzing which ideas are worth carrying out and a clear education about how everyone can drive company objectives, teams can work autonomously to carry innovation through to execution....

Dolal Idd was shot on December 30, 2020 during a sting operation, during which police used an informant to set up a gun purchase from Idd, who was being investigated for illegal weapons dealings, prosecutors said. Dakota County Attorney Kathy Keena reviewed the case per request of Hennepin County. Keena said that while Idd’s death was tragic, the officers were justified in using deadly force after Idd fired at them, and there was no basis for criminal charges....

You can also use cornstarch if you don’t have baking soda. The baking soda will absorb the odors and oils built up in the liner to help your gloves smell fresh again. There may be a slight residue inside of your gloves after adding baking soda. Try shaking them out a little harder to get rid of what’s leftover. There are some commercial deodorizing sprays made for ski gloves, but they’re not always effective on strong odors....

Toasted hot cross buns smeared with butter create a great breakfast for any occasion. You can also serve the buns at room temperature. Use a butter knife to spread the cream cheese or chocolate frosting over the top of your buns. You can add as much or as little as you’d like. Chocolate frosting tends to be a little lighter and less sweet than cream cheese icing. To apply the jam to your buns, use the back of a spoon or a butter knife to spread the jam evenly....

It’s also possible that someone is spoofing your phone number or email address, which would mean they don’t actually have access to your phone. It’s also possible that someone is spoofing your phone number or email address, which would mean they don’t actually have access to your phone. Of course, this only applies if you haven’t recently changed your internet habits. If you’re suddenly watching more videos or downloading more media through messaging apps, the increase in data usage is probably justified....

Remember to turn off and unplug your treadmill before you begin. Check that once it’s folded, it’s locked into place, so it doesn’t get damaged during moving. Depending on how heavy your treadmill is, you might want someone to help you tip and move the treadmill. If you’re not strong enough, consider hiring movers. Once it’s in it’s new location, unfold it if it was folded, and plug it in. Test the treadmill at a low speed to make sure everything’s functioning before you start running on it....

If your jaw looks like it’s clamped shut or jutting out when you sing, jaw tension may be an issue for you. But, remember that this is something you can deal with! Especially if you’re a novice singer, jaw tension is often connected to anxiety about singing. Practicing in front of a mirror is a good way to get clear feedback in a low-stress environment. Try doing quick singing exercises, like those described in this section, once per day....

That said, experts are hoping to reassure the remote workforce that many of these problems can be prevented or alleviated by taking simple steps to improve your at-home workspace. Early Research A small study conducted by researchers in Itlay has provided early insight into the potential impact that the increase in working from home amid the COVID-19 could have. The study, published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, surveyed 51 at-home workers in Italy....

If passed, Congress’ new bill would extend the CARES Act’s definition of a “dependent” to allow more families to receive rebate payments for dependent individuals who do not qualify according to its current interpretation. If the bill passes, parents with dependent children (those who have not covered more than half of their own expenses and lived with the providing taxpayer for more than six months) between the ages of 16 and 19 years old would receive a $500 recovery rebate for each child....

Some foods high in saturated fat may already be on your radar, like beef or cheese. But others may surprise you, like ice cream and coffee creamer. When possible, it’s good to seek out unsaturated fats, like nuts, plant-based oils, and avocados. This article reviews three types of foods high in saturated fat. It also covers healthier alternatives to choose from instead. Proteins High in Saturated Fats Many animal products contain high amounts of saturated fats....