Monthly Archives: October 2022

Russian security forces say a key bridge to Crimea was sabotaged by a truck bomb hidden inside rolls of plastic wrap that repeatedly went unnoticed

The Kerch Strait Bridge between Russia and Crimea was damaged in a blast on October 8, 2022. AP Photo Russia says a key bridge to Crimea was attacked by a truck bomb hidden in rolls of plastic.  Russia’s Federal Security Service said Ukrainian military intelligence organized the bombing.  Ukraine has not directly claimed responsibility for…

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Chinese oil demand is suddenly collapsing as Beijing extends zero-COVID policies, OPEC says

Staff refuel car at a PetroChina gas station in Taiyuan, Shanxi Province of China. Zhang Yun/China News Service via Getty Images OPEC now sees China’s demand for oil dropping by 60,000 barrels per day this year, after forecasting an increase of 120,000 only a month ago. The cartel cited the extension of zero-COVID policies in…

I give Salem witch trial tours at Halloween. It’s definitely 18+ content, but I try to humanize the victims.

Kristin Harris Kristin Harris works as a tour guide in Salem, Massachusetts, during the month of October. She gives historically accurate Salem Witch Trial walking tours that are two hours long. Harris said she loves meeting guests, but needs a security guard close by in case of hecklers.  This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation…

The State of the Creator Economy

In “The State of the Creator Economy,” we detail the latest trends in the creator economy, including monetization strategies, popular social platforms, and recent growth. Simply enter your information to get a copy of this exclusive PDF and to start receiving the eMarketer Retail newsletter, which covers today’s most important trends in the world of commerce. Read…

This cult-favorite Laniege lip mask is 30% off again for Amazon’s second Prime Day — and so are the rest of its products

Amazon When you buy through our links, Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more. Amazon’s second Prime Day started yesterday and ends today, October 12, but there are still plenty of great deals to snag, including on beauty products. One of the most popular brands during July’s Prime Day was Laneige, which makes hydrating…

Tour this $389 treehouse Airbnb that sits in a dreamy patch of Atlanta woods and books 2 years in advance

Sarah Dorio Peter Bahouth built treehouses on his property outside of Atlanta, Georgia, 24 years ago.  Now he rents the treehouses on Airbnb and has had over 1,000 guests stay at the location.  Guests can enjoy the roll-out bed for outdoor sleeping, a rooftop deck, and the surrounding forest.  Atlanta’s ‘Secluded Intown Treehouse’ has become…

Amazon Prime Day has excellent deals on generators to help your home handle power outages, including up to 30% off Generac and Westinghouse

Amazon When you buy through our links, Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more. This is the last day of the Amazon Prime Early Access Sale, but there are still great deals to be had on generators to help weather the storms and protect your family and belongings during power outages. We are seeing…

The US and other NATO allies are rushing to get air defense systems to Ukraine after Russia let loose a barrage of missiles and explosive suicide drones

An anti-aircraft gunner of the task force unit of the National Guard of Ukraine uses anti-aircraft defense equipment against specific targets. Vyacheslav Madiyevskyy/ Ukrinform/Future Publishing via Getty Images Russian forces have used missiles and drones to strike Ukrainian cities over the last two days. The US and other NATO allies have in turn stepped up…