The Elder Scrolls 6 is still ‘a long way off,’ says Todd Howard

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It may have been seven years since Bethesda Game Studios announced *The Elder Scrolls 6*, but fans shouldn’t expect to see it any time soon. According to Executive Producer Todd Howard, the game is still “a long way off,” although it is now Bethesda’s primary focus.

Howard spoke with *GQ* during a retrospective about *Fallout 4*, where the topic of the next *Elder Scrolls* game inevitably came up. “I’m preaching patience,” he said, emphasizing that the game remains far from release. “I don’t want fans to feel anxious.”

He went on to confirm that *The Elder Scrolls 6* is being worked on daily at Bethesda Game Studios and revealed that an internal play test was conducted just the day before the interview.

Howard also shared some thoughts on how the eventual release might unfold. “I like to just announce stuff and release it. My perfect version—and I’m not saying this is going to happen—is that it’s going to be a while, and then, one day, the game will just appear.”
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Crisol: Theater of Idols isn’t shying away from its horrific religious themes

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Back at Tokyo Game Show in September, I had the chance to sit down with David Carrasco, the CEO and co-founder of Vermila Studios and the executive producer on the upcoming *Crisol: Theater of Idols*. The game is a survival horror first-person shooter that leans heavily on both survival and horror elements.

*Crisol* takes place on the Island of Tormentosa in Hispania, a nightmarish version of Spain, tainted by corrupting religion and a blood curse that fuels your weapons and health.

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### A Blumhouse Games Beat

Over the last two years, I’ve found myself covering several titles associated with Blumhouse Games. At Summer Games Fest 2024 in LA, I spoke with some of the team behind the high school-set *Fear The Spotlight* when the new publisher made a big splash entering the gaming industry. Since then, I’ve also interviewed the creators of *The Eyes of Hellfire*, a gothic Irish multiplayer game.

As a big horror fan, I’m by no means complaining. In fact, I’ve been continually impressed by how unique and singular each game signed by Blumhouse feels, despite all existing within the same broader genre.

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### Finding Vision Through Culture

When I asked Carrasco why the Hollywood-based publisher sought out his and his peers’ games, he explained:

> “I’m not Blumhouse, I cannot speak for them, but I think what is really important for them is that you have vision. That you are not just making a game, but that your game tries to explain something and has an essence.”

Regarding how a developer achieves this, Carrasco added:

> “In many cases, you speak from what you know, and we know Spanish folklore.”

*Crisol* goes beyond folklore to explore the scars left by Spain’s complex relationship with religion — from Paganism to Catholicism. This historical tension is represented in-game through two fictionalized groups: the “religion of the sun” and the “cult of the sea.”

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### Navigating Controversy with Creative Freedom

In an era when games across the globe are getting canceled mid-production due to the “increasingly intense” US political climate, I asked Carrasco if convincing a publisher to support a game with potentially controversial themes inspired by real political and religious history was difficult.

He explained:

> “We discussed [with Blumhouse] that it was [inspired by] Spanish folklore, but you didn’t need to know anything about it. That it would be interesting to you even if you didn’t study Spanish history.”

While Blumhouse was receptive to this pitch, Carrasco noted that not every publisher shared the same openness.

> “Some publishers that we visited, they either wanted to remove some of it or they were wondering whether someone that didn’t have that connection would be interested [in the game].”

This part of the pitching process frustrated Carrasco. He pointed out that many games successfully invite players to overcome cultural hurdles through engaging gameplay, style, or unique premises.

> “Some people don’t know anything about Samurai or Japanese culture,” he said, “but then you play and you get excited about it, because it’s so exotic, so unique, and different.”

Carrasco sees this as an opportunity for players to learn about different cultures by immersion:

> “It’s a way to introduce — in our case, this is not Spain. It’s a completely twisted [version of the country], but there’s a lot of Spanish flavor there. We’ve taken a lot of things from different eras, regions, and art styles, so it can give you that glimpse, that idea of ‘Oh, I would like to know more about this. Where did it come from? Maybe I can visit Spain sometime and discover the cathedrals and how they connect with the *Crisol* version.’”

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### Connected to Faith: World and Art Design

Some of the influences Carrasco mentioned can be spotted quickly by watching the trailer or playing the demo. The first-person horror and monsters stalking you clearly channel *Resident Evil*, while the shooting and light stealth mechanics draw inspiration from the highly animated *Bioshock*-style gunplay and immersive sim elements.

Curious about deeper inspirations behind *Crisol*’s unique world design, I asked Carrasco about specific parts of Spanish history or folklore that helped shape the game.

> “In terms of art design, we really wanted to have coherence,” he said. “Sometimes you play games that are a lot of fun, but you notice that they didn’t invest that same amount of time or effort in the art direction. One thing doesn’t feel connected to the rest of the environment, or you think, ‘Why is this person dressed like that?’”

To avoid that, the team committed to crafting cultures and locations that felt natural and internally consistent.

> “We really put in a lot of effort creating a coherent, structured art direction. In Tormentosa, there’s the Cult of the Sea, so everything has that sea connection — either in color, shape, or decorations — and you don’t feel like anything is out of place.”

However, Carrasco quickly highlighted that the game’s title reflects its design philosophy:

> “*Crisol* means crucible, like a place where you mix a lot of things. We mixed a lot of elements from different places in Spain, but we didn’t want them to feel like, ‘Oh, this cathedral doesn’t belong here,’ so we spent a lot of time and effort making it kind of natural.”

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### It’s in the Blood: A Singular Gameplay Mechanic

Most of *Crisol*’s gameplay elements have clear inspirations, but one feels wholly original: in *Crisol*, your blood acts as both ammunition and health.

Unlike other survival horror games where you scavenge for ammo, here if you run out of shots in your gold-encrusted shotgun, you can transmute a chunk of your health bar into bullets and hope to land a clean hit on the monsters approaching.

Occasionally, you’ll find rotting corpses in the streets, some fresh enough to absorb their hemoglobin — presumably — restoring your health and allowing redistribution into your weapons.

This creates a fascinating risk/reward balance that consolidates health and ammo management into a single resource, forcing players to make tough decisions.

Carrasco described the thought process behind this mechanic from two directions.

> “First, survival horror games have slowly become less survival and more action. They give you a lot of ammunition, your weapons become more powerful, and you don’t feel that the horror is very challenging. The creatures that attack you, you can defeat them sooner or later.”

He elaborated:

> “By adding that blood mechanic, you always have to concentrate on how much health you have, which weapon is best for each enemy type, or how many enemies you have on screen and how to approach the situation.”

Beyond gameplay, the team was drawn to the mechanic’s symbolic power and narrative integration.

> “The more religious aspect of it is how you sacrifice your blood to your god to be able to defeat the enemies.”

Carrasco likened creating ammo to a sacrament:

> “You are taking your blood and making it divine, so then it becomes a weapon that can defeat the monstrosities attacking you.”

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### Reveling in Rare Reliquaries

Layering religious imagery on gameplay mechanics to build atmosphere is a recurring theme in *Crisol*, often discovered naturally through the team’s research.

This is especially evident in the game’s ostentatious weaponry. At first, your revolver or shotgun looks relatively ordinary. However, once the religious soldier you play as infuses his blood into a gun, it becomes encrusted with jewels and a golden finish reminiscent of a 16th-century religious scepter.

Carrasco shared the real-world inspiration behind this transformation:

> “Once we started digging into religious history, we discovered a lot about saints and how they preserve relics.”

Your weapons function like reliquaries — containers for the divine. In reality, reliquaries often hold remains of saints or objects owned by them, crafted from materials such as gold, ivory, and rare woods.

> “They use the same materials as reliquaries — gold, ivory, very expensive wood — and that contrasts with the weapons you find. Then the blood is what is divine, so it holds a divine element inside.”

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### Meaningful Religious Imagery

This isn’t religious imagery used merely to court controversy or grab headlines. Vermila Studios appears genuinely invested in exploring religious ideas through gameplay and worldbuilding.

The result is a game that feels authentic to the region while willing to comment thoughtfully on its history and culture.

I can’t wait to see where *Crisol: Theater of Idols* takes these ideas when it releases.

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*This preview is based on a PC demo played on-site at Tokyo Game Show in Japan. The final product is subject to change.*
https://www.shacknews.com/article/146730/crisol-theater-of-idols-isnt-shying-away-from-its-horrific-religious-themes-and-that-is-what-makes-it-so-interesting

Investigation underway after deadly shooting in west Phoenix parking lot

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**PHOENIX — Investigation Underway After Fatal Shooting in West Phoenix Parking Lot**

An investigation is underway following a shooting in a west Phoenix parking lot that left one man dead and two others injured on Sunday morning, authorities reported.

The incident occurred around 5 a.m. near the intersection of 27th Avenue and McDowell Road, according to the Phoenix Police Department.

When officers arrived at the scene, they found two men who had been shot. One of the men died at the scene, while the other was transported to a hospital with serious injuries.

A third man was also injured during the incident. He was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries but has since been released.

After his release, the third man was interviewed by homicide detectives and subsequently released from custody pending further investigation, police said.

No additional details about the shooting have been released at this time.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS (948-6377) or 480-TESTIGO (837-8446) for Spanish.
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Canton elementary students honor local veterans with special showcase

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CANTON, MASS. (WHDH) — The hallways of Luce Elementary School in Canton were filled with cheers, clapping, and American flags as students welcomed dozens of local veterans of the Armed Forces who came to celebrate Veterans Day.

Students eagerly high-fived the heroes, some dressed in uniform, as they made their way past classrooms, lockers, and many smiling faces. The school noted that each veteran in attendance has a special connection to Canton. Some have children or grandchildren attending the school, while others are residents of the community.

After the warm welcome, the veterans joined the students in the school’s auditorium for a special program. The event began with the National Anthem, followed by a medley of Armed Forces anthems and a touching rendition of “Taps” performed by Canton Veterans Agent Arafat Knight.

The program also featured speeches from veterans and sixth-grade students who shared essays they had written specifically for this special day, honoring the service and sacrifices of those who have served the nation.
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Jensen Huang says that ‘without TSMC, there is no NVIDIA’

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It’s safe to say that much of the world’s semiconductors run on designs built by Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC). At the last estimate, the company accounted for about 64 percent of the world’s contract chip manufacturing. These designs are also powering many of the AI technology breakthroughs being developed by NVIDIA.

With that in mind, it might come as little surprise that Jensen Huang, NVIDIA’s CEO, had nothing but praise for TSMC during its recent Sports Day event. In fact, Huang went as far as to say that NVIDIA wouldn’t exist without TSMC.

Huang made these comments during TSMC’s Sports Day, as reported by the online news outlet Focus Taiwan. The event took place last weekend at a stadium in Taiwan, where Huang highlighted TSMC’s crucial role in NVIDIA’s history and its broader impact on technology.

He stated, “Without TSMC, there is no Nvidia today. You are really the pride of Taiwan, you are also the pride of the world. Thank you for helping me build Nvidia.”

NVIDIA and TSMC have been collaborating for nearly 30 years. NVIDIA has consistently utilized the technological breakthroughs developed by TSMC in its products, including the company’s cutting-edge Blackwell AI chips.

With such a long history and shared success, Huang clearly has a strong interest in maintaining friendly relations with TSMC. This is especially important as TSMC and the Taiwan region navigate complex trade and export tensions with the United States government.

In summary, the partnership between NVIDIA and TSMC remains a cornerstone of technological innovation, driving advancements in AI and semiconductor manufacturing worldwide.
https://www.shacknews.com/article/146757/jensen-huang-tsmc-pride-of-the-world

The Many Problems With the FDA’s Big Menopause Announcement

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On Monday, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) made an announcement that it promised would change the lives of millions of American women for the better: hormone replacement therapy (HRT), the combination of hormone drugs that can treat the symptoms of menopause, was about to be depathologized.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) had decided to remove a black-box warning on the medication that cautioned patients that its use could cause cancer and stroke. HHS Secretary RFK Jr. and FDA commissioner Marty Makary said that the warning, which first appeared in 2003, had been based on an overblown interpretation of a decades-old study.

“The FDA is announcing today that it will remove the misleading black-box warnings from all HRT products,” said Kennedy. “For the first time in a generation, the FDA is standing with science and standing with women.”

The change was welcome news to many doctors who treat the often-debilitating and long-dismissed symptoms of menopause: hot flashes, brain fog, insomnia, and recurrent urinary tract infections, to name but a few.

“This decision aligns with the latest evidence-based research and helps eliminate the unnecessary fear that this warning has long perpetuated,” the Menopause Advocacy Working Group, a group of physicians that promotes increased awareness around menopause, said in a statement on social media. (Two of the group’s members were among the speakers at Monday’s event.)

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However, specialists with whom Mother Jones spoke noted that Monday’s panel, which included doctors with robust social media presences, at times overstated both the negative health effects of menopause and the science on the benefits of hormone replacement therapy.

Spokespeople for HHS did not immediately respond to questions for this story.

Here are just a few of the more questionable claims made during the panel:

### Menopause causes divorce.

Dr. Kelly Casperson, a urologist and “expert and advocate for sexuality and hormones,” warned that “families fracture” if women don’t get treated for the symptoms of menopause. Dr. Makary listed “divorce” alongside well-documented symptoms like mood swings and hot flashes.

For Adrian Sandra Dobs, a professor of Medicine and Oncology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine’s Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, this claim was “pretty ridiculous.”

She continued, “It is true that there can be mood swings and this can affect a marriage,” but to blame a divorce on menopause is “really stretching it.”

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### Menopause kills women.

“HRT has saved marriages, rescued women from depression, prevented children from going without a mother,” Dr. Makary said.

“Menopause shortens women’s lives,” added HHS Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health Director Alicia Jackson.

Dr. Esther Eisenberg, a Professor Emerita at Vanderbilt University Medical Center who is working on the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists’ (ACOG) forthcoming guide to menopause, called the notion that menopause kills women “absurd.”

Menopause, she said, “has nothing to do with a woman’s lifespan.”

Dr. Jen Gunter, a gynecologist and the author of the 2021 book *The Menopause Manifesto*, noted in a Bluesky post that, on average, women actually live longer than men.

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### HRT improves the lives of all women.

“We have the opportunity to add up to a decade of healthy years to the life of every woman that you love!” proclaimed Dr. Jackson.

However, as Drs. Dobs and Eisenberg noted, millions of women have contraindications to HRT, such as those with a previous history of blood clots or stroke, certain blood conditions, and many with a history of breast cancer.

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### Lifelong vaginal estrogen therapy helps breast cancer patients live longer.

“They need their oncologist to know that women with breast cancer who use it may actually live longer, and they need their primary doctors to know how to write the prescription, recommend it for life,” said panel member Dr. Rachel Rubin, a urologist and sexual medicine specialist.

Dr. Dobs wasn’t so sure. “I can’t agree with that,” she told Mother Jones. “We shouldn’t be afraid of it, but I couldn’t make a statement that vaginal estrogen makes women with breast cancer live longer.”

(Breast cancer patients and survivors are typically advised to avoid most forms of HRT, though emerging evidence suggests vaginal estrogen may be safer.)

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### Doctors should test the estrogen levels of patients in perimenopause before prescribing HRT.

“We are sticking with our philosophy that the government is not your doctor,” said Dr. Makary. Nonetheless, he did recommend “having a doctor evaluate your estrogen levels to figure out when is the right time to start.”

Yet the North American Menopause Society explicitly recommends against testing for estrogen levels in perimenopausal women because they fluctuate so much throughout a woman’s cycle. Instead, doctors should prescribe estrogen based on a woman’s symptoms.

Of Makary’s advice for women to ask their doctors to test their estrogen levels, Dr. Eisenberg said, “that recommendation comes out of the sky.”

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Makary cast these claims as the results not only of “a robust review of the latest scientific evidence” but also of “listening to women who have been challenging the paternalism of medicine.”

In a surprisingly feminist statement, Makary added, “A male-dominated medical profession, let’s be honest, has minimized the symptoms of menopause, and as a result, women’s health issues have not received the attention that they deserve.”

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Makary’s criticism of paternalism in medicine might strike some as particularly ironic given some of the other recent actions the FDA has taken on women’s health, which have included adding warnings to medications already proven to be safe.

Back in July, for instance, the agency convened a so-called expert panel to discuss the use of antidepressants by pregnant women. The event featured a majority-male panel, several of whom called for adding a black-box warning to SSRIs for pregnant women — a warning that reproductive health experts say could increase stigma for women who could benefit from taking the pills.

The members of that panel mostly spewed misinformation while railing against the use of antidepressants during pregnancy, to such an extent that the president of ACOG promptly released a statement calling the meeting an “alarmingly unbalanced” event that “did not adequately acknowledge the harms of untreated perinatal mood disorders in pregnancy.”

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In addition, Kennedy and Makary confirmed in a September letter to Republican attorneys general that they would undertake a review of the safety of mifepristone, one of the two drugs used in medication abortion, even though more than 100 scientific studies have confirmed the pills are safe and effective — including when they are prescribed virtually and mailed to patients.

Reproductive rights advocates are concerned that this “review” could lead to a decision to restrict access to the pills by recommending they not be prescribed virtually and mailed, or that they should not be used through ten weeks’ gestation, as the FDA currently allows.

(Abortion advocates say the pills can be safely used later in pregnancy, and the World Health Organization guidelines note they can be used anytime in the first trimester.)

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The newfound enthusiasm for HRT has been building over the past few years, as awareness of menopause, its symptoms, and the myths around hormonal medications has increased.

All the attention on menopause, though, has elevated a new cadre of doctor-influencers, two of whom were featured speakers at Monday’s event.

– Casperson, a urologist who hosts a podcast and has written two books about menopause and sex, has 435,000 Instagram followers. At her Bellingham, Washington clinic, which doesn’t accept insurance and instead offers memberships starting at $3,000 for 4-6 months of treatment, Casperson says she aims to help women “stop should-ing all over your sex life.”

– Rubin, also a urologist who doesn’t accept insurance, has 185,000 followers on Instagram. She trained under controversial physician Irwin Goldstein, who advocated for the first-ever women’s libido drug approved by the FDA in 2015.

Dr. Dobs cautions against relying on influencers selling supplements or claiming that HRT will solve all women’s health problems.

“Unfortunately, nothing really keeps us young except things like stopping smoking, exercising, and lifestyle modification,” she said. “There’s a lot of hype to hormones — we think they’re going to cure everything, and they really don’t.”
https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2025/11/the-many-problems-with-the-fdas-big-menopause-announcement/

Good news, the Supreme Court isn’t even going to consider overturning same sex marriage

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**Supreme Court Rejects High-Profile Appeal to Overturn Same-Sex Marriage Ruling**

The Supreme Court has officially rejected a high-profile appeal aimed at overturning the landmark 2015 ruling that legalized same-sex marriage nationwide. On Monday, the justices turned away the appeal without any comment, shutting down what many considered a long-shot attempt to dismantle the precedent set by *Obergefell v. Hodges*.

This news is a massive relief and was first reported by NBC News. Fears that the court might revisit the marriage equality decision have been running incredibly high ever since the devastating 2022 ruling that overturned the abortion rights decision, *Roe v. Wade*. Anxiety spiked further when conservative Justice Clarence Thomas, in his concurring opinion in the abortion ruling, suggested that *Obergefell* and similar cases should be revisited.

That suggestion sparked widespread concern, elevating attention to this specific appeal—even though it was brought a decade after the initial controversy began. But rights are rights, and they’re here to stay.

Despite these worries and the court’s existing 6-3 conservative majority, the justices showed little interest in tackling the issue at this time. None of the other justices supported Thomas’s suggestion to revisit *Obergefell*. In fact, Justice Samuel Alito, who authored the abortion ruling, indicated as recently as last month that he was not pushing for same-sex marriage to be overturned. This was a clear sign that this particular challenge had little chance of success.

The appeal was brought by Kim Davis, a former county clerk in Kentucky. Davis became nationally known in 2015 for refusing to issue marriage licenses immediately after the *Obergefell* decision was handed down. Represented by the conservative group Liberty Counsel, Davis—who identifies as a conservative Christian—claimed her religious beliefs exempted her from putting her name on licenses for same-sex couples.

Her office in Rowan County, Kentucky, denied marriage licenses to multiple couples, including David Moore and David Ermold. The couple promptly filed a civil rights lawsuit. Although Davis was ordered by a judge to issue the licenses, she defied the court injunction and refused to comply.

Because of her refusal, the judge found her in contempt of court, resulting in Davis spending six days in jail. While she was incarcerated, Moore and Ermold were finally able to obtain their marriage license.

Although the state eventually changed the law to allow licenses to be issued without the clerk’s name, Davis’s legal battles continued. Moore and Ermold sought damages for the initial refusal, and after lengthy litigation, a jury awarded $100,000 in damages against Davis. Additionally, her lawyers reported that she was required to pay $260,000 in attorney’s fees.

Davis then appealed, arguing that she should have been allowed to use her First Amendment right to the free exercise of religion as a defense. However, she lost this appeal at the Cincinnati-based 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in March of this year.

When she turned to the Supreme Court, Davis raised both the religious defense question and the much more contentious issue of overturning *Obergefell*. Ultimately, the Supreme Court’s refusal to hear the case marks a significant affirmation of marriage equality rights across the nation.
https://wegotthiscovered.com/news/good-news-the-supreme-court-isnt-even-going-to-consider-overturning-same-sex-marriage/

Sen. John Fetterman slams lawmakers fundraising amid shutdown: “I refuse to monetize the outrage”

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Senator John Fetterman has strongly criticized lawmakers who are focusing on fundraising while Americans endure significant hardships during the longest government shutdown in U.S. history.

As travelers face mass chaos at airports, families confront food insecurity, and many workers experience missed paychecks, Fetterman expressed his firm stance against the shutdown.

“I just refuse to shut our government down and hold our government hostage,” he declared.

For more insights, watch his full interview airing Wednesday on *CBS Mornings*.
https://www.cbsnews.com/video/sen-john-fetterman-slams-fundraising-amid-shutdown/

Kris Jenner, 70, shares insight into 11-year romance with much younger boyfriend Corey Gamble

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Jessica Alba and Danny Ramirez Finally Make It Instagram Official

The Honest Company co-founder, Jessica Alba, announced her separation and divorce from ex-husband Cash Warren earlier this year. Since July, she has been dating actor Danny Ramirez, and the couple recently made their relationship Instagram official, delighting fans with their public display of affection.

Katy Perry Addresses Discourse Surrounding Orlando Bloom Split

On November 6, singer Katy Perry released her new single “Bandaids,” featuring lyrics that delve into the breakdown of a relationship. Many fans believe the song reflects her past relationship with ex-fiancé Orlando Bloom, offering an emotional insight into their separation.

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie’s Legal Battle Takes a Costly Turn

The former couple, stars of the iconic film “Mr. & Mrs. Smith,” have been embroiled in a legal battle over Château Miraval for more than three years. The ongoing dispute continues to escalate, adding tension to their already complicated post-divorce relationship.

Sleep-Deprived Skin? Experts Review the Cult Range That Instantly Revives Tired Complexions

Originally launched by Estée Lauder in 1982, this iconic skincare line was the first of its kind to specifically target skin rejuvenation during sleep. Our experts take a closer look at the range, highlighting how it can help revive tired and sleep-deprived complexions effectively.

Michael J. Fox’s Son is Married! See First Photos from the Private Wedding

Michael J. Fox, famed for his role in “Back to the Future,” and his wife, Tracy Pollan, the “Family Ties” co-star, recently celebrated their son Sam’s wedding. The couple also share daughters Aquinnah, Schuyler, and Esmé. Private photos from the ceremony have just been released, giving fans a glimpse into this joyous occasion.

Anthony Hopkins Makes Shocking Infidelity Confession About Second Marriage

Anthony Hopkins, celebrated for his roles in “The Silence of the Lambs” and “The Father,” has opened up about a shocking infidelity incident during his second marriage. The actor has been married three times and is currently with Stella Arroyave, his wife since 2003.

Diane Ladd’s Family Tragedy Months Before Her Own Death

The Oscar-nominated actress Diane Ladd’s death was recently announced by her daughter, Laura Dern. This heartbreaking news comes just three months after the passing of Diane Ladd’s third husband, marking a difficult period of loss for the family.
https://www.hellomagazine.com/brides/866730/kris-jenner-70-shares-insight-11-year-romance-much-younger-boyfriend-corey-gamble/

53 Side Jobs at Home to Make Extra Cash

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Are you looking for ways to make money from home? With the rise of technology and digital businesses, the opportunity to earn income from home is expanding—whether you already work full-time, work from home, stay at home, or are a student. This article reviews side jobs you can start today to help bring in extra cash.

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## What Is a Side Job?

Simply put, a side job is any employment you do in addition to your regular full-time job. Side jobs—also called side gigs, part-time jobs, or side hustles—are typically done during evenings and weekends but can be flexible enough to work around your existing schedule.

When managed correctly, a side job can provide an extra source of income without taking away from too much time spent with family or leisure activities. That’s why side jobs are especially great for moms who need to manage their time efficiently.

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## Side Jobs from Home: Broken into 7 Categories

If you’re looking for inspiration or the right side job to make extra money, this list can help. It is broken into seven categories, though you’ll notice some overlap between options.

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### 1. Website Fun

Thanks to technological advances like Slack, Zoom, and email, working remotely from home is easier than ever. Our computers and the internet offer immense opportunities. Here are a few top options:

– **Blogger**
If you have writing skills and knowledge on a specific topic, consider starting a blog. Monetize it with affiliate marketing or sponsored posts. Blogging is an excellent creative outlet for moms, though it may take time to build traffic and generate income.

– **Website Flipping**
Buying and selling websites to make a profit is an excellent option if you’re already in blogging or website-building.

– **Brand Ambassador**
Have a large social media following, a successful podcast, or email list? Apply to work as a brand ambassador to promote products and services.

– **SEO Consultant**
SEO (Search Engine Optimization) consultants help businesses rank higher in search results. Although it takes time to learn, SEO consulting can be very lucrative.

– **Affiliate Marketer**
Earn commissions by promoting products and services. Perfect for those with a large following or blog.

– **Get Paid to Test Apps and Websites**
Companies often hire testers to review websites or apps. You can earn up to $20 per hour, with flexible hours at home.

– **WordPress Expert**
If you have experience with WordPress, help others build their sites or learn coding and design skills to earn extra cash.

– **Tech Support or Customer Service Representative**
Provide support via phone, email, or chat for tech issues, website hosting, or e-commerce troubleshooting.

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### 2. Books and Writing

If you have a passion for reading and writing, consider the following flexible side jobs:

– **Proofreader/Editor**
Spot spelling and grammar mistakes for various niches, from college papers to blogs.

– **E-Book Writer/Publisher**
Write and self-publish e-books on platforms like Amazon.

– **Freelance Writing/Ghostwriter**
Write content for magazines, websites, or individuals who need help with books, marketing copy, or articles.

– **Transcriber**
Convert audio or video into written text. Accuracy and speed are key.

– **Translator**
If you speak multiple languages, translate documents or audio for companies.

– **Résumé Writer**
Help clients craft compelling résumés to land their dream jobs.

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### 3. Education

If you enjoy teaching or have expertise in certain subjects, consider:

– **Build an Online Course**
Create courses on platforms like Udemy or Teachable on any topic you’re knowledgeable about.

– **Online Tutor**
Tutor students virtually in school subjects.

– **Language Teacher**
Teach foreign languages or English online via platforms like VIP Kid.

– **Host Online Workshops**
Run webinars or workshops and charge attendees.

– **Teach Music Lessons**
Use sites like Take Lessons or Musika to teach music online.

– **Parent Support Services**
Offer breastfeeding counseling (requires certification), sleep consulting, or create educational activities for homeschooling parents.

– **Live Stream Classes**
Teach cooking, yoga, workouts, and more via live streaming platforms such as YouTube Live.

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### 4. Business Assistance

Good at organization and business tasks? Try:

– **Bookkeeper**
Help small businesses manage finances using accounting software.

– **Social Media Manager or Pinterest VA**
Manage social media accounts and create content for businesses.

– **Virtual Assistant**
Provide administrative support such as email management, scheduling, and data entry.

– **Medical Coder/Biller**
Use your medical background to manage coding and billing for healthcare providers.

– **Notary Service**
If certified, offer mobile or home notary services.

– **Consulting**
Leverage expertise in marketing, finance, or legal fields to offer consulting services.

– **Data Entry Jobs**
Provide data entry support as a freelancer or employee.

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### 5. Offering What You Already Have

Have extra space or possessions? Consider:

– **Rent Your Car**
Use platforms like Turo or GetAround to rent out your vehicle.

– **Rent Your Backyard Space**
Rent space for storage, parking, or events on Neighbor or Outdoorsy.

– **Pet Daycare**
Offer daytime pet care services.

– **Childcare Provider**
Care for children in your home for extra income.

– **Rent a Room**
Rent out extra rooms via Airbnb or create a private rental unit.

– **Sell Your Stuff**
Use eBay, Mercari, or local Facebook groups to sell unused items.

– **Rent Your Specialty Gear**
Rent equipment like cameras or baby gear on sites like FatLama.

– **Sell Photos or Videos**
Upload your photography or videos to Shutterstock, Adobe Stock, and earn royalties.

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### 6. Get Creative

If you want to sell specialty items or use creative skills, try:

– **E-Commerce**
Launch an online store on Shopify, Amazon, or Etsy to sell products, including digital downloads, prints, or subscription boxes.

– **Handmade Items**
Sell crafts, jewelry, or artwork on Etsy.

– **Graphic Design**
Design logos, business cards, or brochures for clients.

– **Travel Agent**
Help customers plan dream vacations.

– **Voice-Over Artist**
Record commercials, audiobooks, or radio shows.

– **Kids Entertainer**
Create videos or host online classes for children on platforms like Outschool or YouTube.

– **Sell Baked Items or Meals**
Sell homemade treats or meal plans online.

– **Accountability Coach**
Help clients stay on track with their personal or professional goals.

– **Sales Representative**
Work as a direct sales rep for brands or multi-level marketing companies.

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### 7. Passive Income Streams

Want to earn money with minimal active work? Consider these options:

– **Fractional Stocks**
Invest in portions of stock shares via platforms like Stash or Robinhood.

– **Peer-to-Peer Lending**
Lend money to individuals or businesses for interest returns using LendingClub or Prosper.

– **Real Estate Investment**
Buy rental properties or invest through platforms like Fundrise.

– **Buy a Vending Machine**
Generate income by placing and maintaining vending machines in strategic locations.

– **Crypto Exchange**
Trade cryptocurrencies on Coinbase, Binance, and other exchanges (note: higher risk involved).

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## How to Start a Side Hustle

No matter the side hustle you choose, follow these steps to get started:

1. **Figure Out Your Financial and Personal Goals**
Understand what you want to achieve financially and personally.

2. **Research**
Conduct due diligence to ensure the side gig is right for you and won’t conflict with your current job.

3. **Create a Business Plan**
Outline your strategy, marketing plan, and growth projections.

4. **Make a Schedule**
Dedicate regular time to work on your side hustle and stay consistent.

5. **Market Yourself**
Promote your services or products through social media, networking, and online platforms.

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## Side Job FAQs

**What Side Hustle Can I Start With Little Money?**
Online freelance jobs like writing are perfect since they don’t require upfront investment. Platforms like Upwork let you start applying immediately.

**How Can I Make an Extra $1,000 per Month?**
Many side jobs above can yield $1,000+ monthly. To hit this goal, calculate your hourly rate (e.g., $25/hour for 40 hours/month) and choose jobs accordingly.

**What Are the Best Side Hustle Ideas?**
Freelancing roles—like graphic design, virtual assistance, and writing—are among the most flexible and easiest to begin using platforms like Fiverr or Upwork.

**What Isn’t a Good Side Hustle?**
Avoid survey sites—they often pay very little, require significant time, and many are scams.

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## Take Action Now, Not Later

Let this inspire you to start your next side gig and supplement your income. The hardest part is getting started—so dive in and good luck!
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