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The Raptors didn't plan to keep Kyle Lowry on deadline day
The trade market for Kyle Lowry didn't match the value the Raptors were hoping for and so their leader stayed for the remainder of this tumultuous season.
The trade market for Kyle Lowry didn't match the value the Raptors were hoping for and so their leader stayed for the remainder of this tumultuous season.
By now you may have heard the news: Costco is bringing back some beloved items to its food court menu, plus indoor and outdoor seating. But based on the warehouse's most recent update, a full return to pre-pandemic times is still a ways away.While some of your favorite foods are making their comeback (hello, churros and ice cream!), others are still missing—as is what you put on them. For now, Costco is keeping condiments behind food court cash registers. (Related: Costco Foods You Should Always Avoid, According to Nutritionists)Instead of reaching for ketchup, mustard, onions, or relish for your hot dog (which will always be $1.50 with a soda—no matter what), you'll have to ask a food court employee for your condiments of choice. The same goes for cutlery, napkins, straws, and salt and pepper.Removing these self-serve stations is a move that many grocery stores, restaurants, and other eateries took at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic to reduce the number of items that customers and employees touch. Indeed, it can be hard to adequately clean each station between use.More than a year later, Costco is keeping this safety measure in place, as well as mask mandates, social distancing, and special senior hours. The chain is also busy helping distribute the COVID-19 vaccine nationwide. Head to the warehouse's website to see if your state is on the list.This isn't the only item to wow Costco shoppers recently—here are 10 Popular Products Coming Back To Costco This Year. And to get all of the latest Costco news delivered right to your email inbox every day, sign up for our newsletter!
War of the Beasts and the Animals, and In Memory of Memory by Maria Stepanova – reviewThe Russian poet’s eloquent writing is caught between a pursuit of the past and the meaninglessness of memorialising Maria Stepanova: ‘her imaginative instincts serve her tirelessly’. Photograph: Bloodaxe/Fitzcarraldo
Do Not Disturb review – the disturbing death of a Rwandan dissident. Michela Wrong uses the murder of Patrick Karegeya to focus her case against Rwanda’s leader Paul Kagame in this fascinating investigation
Why I long for the wilds of west Cornwall. Immersed in a Cornish fishing community for her first book, the writer plans a post-lockdown trip to the coast near St Just on the Penwith peninsula
The Band Wagon: Minnelli’s musical is perfect curtain-raiser to theatre’s return. Fred Astaire and Cyd Charisse, standout song and dance numbers, a clever fusion of stage and cinema … that’s entertainment!
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Brit singer Rita Ora, currently Down Under filming The Voice: Australia, enjoyed a little fun in the sun over the weekend, snapping photos of her incredibly toned body in a bright orange bikini. "Wishing everyone the best beginning of the week…I love you guys so much!!" she captioned her photos on Instagram, drawing praise from Game of Thrones star Lena Headey and Kate Bosworth, who are among her 16 million followers. Over the last year, the 30-year-old has made it clear that her toned, taut, figure is the result of a lot of sweat and discipline. Here is everything Rita does to stay in shape, as well as the orange bikini photos that prove it works. 1 She Follows a Strict Diet @ritaora / InstagramOra is incredibly disciplined when it comes to her diet. "I've been the girl on tour who eats when she can and goes along when the band wants to go out all the time. But you just can't keep that up," Rita told Shape. "With the plan I'm on, you can eat quite a bit as long as you exercise." She starts her day off with two boiled eggs, asparagus, and half a cup of muesli with almond milk. "For lunch, I have chicken or fish with vegetables, and for dinner, I have six to eight ounces of fish with vegetables and half a potato. Plus snacks," she revealed. One thing she doesn't eat? Bread or sugar. "But I'm not starving myself. I used to be like, 'I'm not eating!' Eating isn't the problem, though. It's about what your body needs, and everyone's body is different." 2 It's All About Portion Control @ritaora / InstagramOra revealed to Cosmopolitan UK a little eating trick. "I watch what I eat but I just cut my portions in half," says Rita. "So if I want a burger I'll just cut it in half and eat half of it. That or I'll take the bread off and only eat the burger. Or if I want fries then I won't have a burger to go with them." 3 She Does Circuit Training @ritaora / InstagramOra revealed to Shape that she relies on long circuit training sessions to keep her body strong. "I usually work out for one or two hours, depending on how much time I have. I do three circuits and repeat that three times," she explained. "I mostly focus on my thighs and my bum, so I do a lot of squats and weight lifting. And I do one circuit of cardio. What I've learned is that you can take your time with training. You don't have to beat yourself up as long as you get in the workouts that you need. I used to push myself until I felt sick. But I'm approaching it differently now. I enjoy working out. And I like the aftermath—that feeling of contentment." 4 She Turns to Fitspiration Photo by Amy Sussman/SHJ2019/WireImageOra admitted to Shape that she is all about the fitspiration, and uses her fitness role models to motivate her. "Sometimes it's hard. I don't just wake up and run to the gym. When I need to motivate myself to work out, I look at pictures of women like Jennifer Lopez and Kate Beckinsale. They look incredible! If they can look like that, I have no excuse," she said. 5 She Focuses on Being Strong—Not Thin @ritaora / InstagramOra tries to keep her head in the right place. "I'm not going to lie and say I was completely happy with my body before. I knew I could change a few things to improve my stamina, especially onstage. I didn't start working out to get skinnier—I started working out to feel better. And I think it's important for women to know that. Don't be obsessed with being thin. You just have to be fit, healthy, and strong," she told Shape. "I love my shape because it's curvy. I have thighs. I'm a size 28 in jeans. And that's an average, normal size. I'm proud that I'm normal."
You'll for sure have a *gourd* time reading this list of funny sayings.
The country singer let fans know that he is "doing well" and hopes to be back soon.
The history of inverted trees is fascinating.
Long before Prince William, Kate Middleton, and little George, Charlotte, and Louis were part of the royal family, the British monarchy began sending out festive holiday cards to celebrate the cheerful season. Today, the royal family still honors that tradition, often accompanying their Christmas well wishes with a candid photo. Look back through history by scrolling through this collection of royal family Christmas cards over the years and see the evolution of their special holiday tradition.
"It's time for pumpkin spice everything!"
Fact: Nobody does Halloween like the Today show does Halloween. Every year, Today's Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb, Al Roker, and the rest of the gang bring their costume A-game for the morning show's annual "Halloween on the Plaza" special.
Let's be honest: We're all Jessica Day from New Girl when it comes to being single on February 14. Time to cook up a romantic candlelit Valentine's Day dinner ... except both portions are for myself. What do you mean, do I have a date for Valentine's Day?
Now go treat your own pup to brand new toys this Christmas — we already rounded up some paw-some gift ideas. Looks like someone took the jolly Christmas song a bit too literally. Next time you're running low on time to decorate the house, get inspired by How the Grinch Stole Christmas.
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After all, the Instagram "like" button is a heart!