Sarah Beckstrom’s father issues first comments about his daughter’s death

Gary Beckstrom, the father of West Virginia National Guard member Sarah Beckstrom, noted in a heartbreaking Facebook post on Thursday that his daughter had died.

“My baby girl has passed to glory. If I don’t talk to you don’t be offend [sic] this has been a horrible tragedy,” he wrote.

Afghan national Rahmanullah Lakanwal is a suspect in the shooting that killed Beckstrom and injured fellow Guard member Andrew Wolfe in Washingon, D.C. on Wednesday.

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Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem noted Wednesday in a post on X, “The suspect who shot our brave National Guardsmen is an Afghan national who was one of the many unvetted, mass paroled into the United States under Operation Allies Welcome on September 8, 2021, under the Biden Administration.” 

President Donald Trump referred to the perpetrator as a “monster” during remarks on Thursday, noting that he was “in serious condition.”

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Trump noted on Thursday that Beckstrom had died while the other victim was “fighting for his life.”

A Thursday press release stated that “At approximately 2:15 p.m., on November 26, 2025, U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe, assigned to the Force Support Squadron, 167th Airlift Wing, West Virginia Air National Guard, and U.S. Army Spc. Sarah Beckstrom, assigned to the 863rd Military Police Company, 111th Engineer Brigade, West Virginia Army National Guard, were wounded in a shooting near the Farragut Square Metro Station in Washington, D.C.”

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“All we need right now are prayers for my son,” a man at Wolfe’s family home informed a reporter, according to the New York Times.

Heartbroken relative says teen fought back in cruise ship horror as FBI stays quiet

A relative of Anna Kepner, who died onboard a Carnival Cruise ship in early November, says the teenager “fought for her life” amid reports that her death was ruled a homicide.

18-year-old Anna was found dead while she was onboard the Carnival Horizon on Nov. 7 during a family vacation. Her death was ruled a homicide by “mechanical asphyxiation,” according to ABC News, but authorities haven’t announced a suspect or person of interest. The FBI is investigating Anna’s death.

Relatives said Anna was found dead inside her room aboard the Carnival Horizon, which she shared with her stepbrother.

Krystal Wright, Anna’s aunt, told Fox 35 Orlando she believes the 18-year-old cheerleader fought back.

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“I know Anna fought. I know she fought for her life, so it’s rough. It’s rough,” Wright said.

Anna’s aunt said she’s frustrated that there’s still no arrest, despite the death reportedly being ruled a homicide.

“We don’t understand why, if the boy is a suspect, why has he not been charged yet? What’s happening there?” Wright asked. “It’s turmoil. We’re just sitting here waiting.”

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While authorities haven’t announced any criminal charges, stepmother Shauntel Kepner revealed that Anna’s 16-year-old stepbrother has been eyed as a suspect. She made the claim in a court filing amid a legal battle with her ex-husband Thomas Hudson.

Anna’s 15-year-old ex-boyfriend recalled an instance where the stepbrother allegedly tried to get on top of her during a FaceTime call.

“When I was on FaceTime with her, and she was lying down, and her brother tried to go on top of her,” the ex-boyfriend said.

The ex-boyfriend reported the incident to Anna’s parents, saying she had previously complained about being “uncomfortable” around her stepbrother. Anna’s ex-boyfriend said he’d be on the cruise had they not broken up.

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In a court filing, Christopher Kepner, Anna’s father, told People that “I want him to face the consequences … I will be fighting to make sure that does happen.”

“He was the only one that was in the room, and the FBI has an ongoing investigation in which they will have to provide the evidence to say that he did do it or did not do this,” Kepner said. “And I would’ve never thought that any of this would’ve happened.”

Former patent chief exposes how Pelosi blocked Trump’s plan to lower drug prices

President Donald Trump will soon have an opportunity to achieve a political and economic victory that he nearly accomplished in his first term, until Congress undermined him at the last moment. 

That opportunity involves the upcoming joint review of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), the trade deal that replaced the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). All three countries will soon meet to discuss how the pact is working and hash out any updates.

During the first Trump administration, as under secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, I worked on the intellectual property aspects of that pact. The president, U.S. Trade Representative Bob Lighthizer, and the rest of the team secured numerous concessions from our northern and southern neighbors to strengthen intellectual property (IP) protections — which help prevent foreign rivals from stealing technologies and designs from innovative American companies, reduce foreign free-riding on America’s investment in innovation and incentivize American firms to boost their research spending and expand into foreign markets.

Unfortunately, one of the biggest concessions — a requirement that Mexico and Canada offer 10 years of “regulatory data protection” to cutting-edge biologic medicines grown from living cell cultures — was excluded from the final version of the agreement at the eleventh hour.

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During a regulatory data protection period, rival companies aren’t allowed to use the clinical trial data of a biologic developer to create their own knockoff products. Creating a single new biologic medicine requires years of research and often billions of dollars.

Regulatory data protection essentially gives innovators a better chance to recoup their investments and earn a return — and thus incentivizes them to pour more resources into research and development, creating research and manufacturing jobs in the process.

The United States already provides 12 years of data protection for biologics, and the USMCA wouldn’t have altered that domestic standard. The original draft text of the USMCA would have simply brought Canada and Mexico up closer to our level in order to level the playing field.

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The aim was simple: raise protections abroad, so that foreign manufacturers can’t free ride on American biotech inventors by prematurely introducing knockoff products. That would enable American inventors to recoup their investment on a more proportionate basis in Mexico and Canada — and thus enable them to reduce drug prices in the United States.

But ultimately, that provision designed to reduce foreign freeloading was stripped from the agreement at the insistence of then-House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, whose support was necessary to pass the USMCA’s implementing legislation through Congress.

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Now, though, there’s a new Congress. The second Trump administration would be wise to push for the original terms, which Canada and Mexico had already agreed to, during the upcoming USMCA review. Strengthening regulatory data protection in our neighbors would end the freeloading and help bring lower prices to American patients.

The upcoming review also gives the administration an opportunity to hold our neighbors — particularly Mexico — to the commitments they made but are failing to uphold.

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During a regulatory data protection period, rival companies aren’t allowed to use the clinical trial data of a biologic developer to create their own knockoff products. 

The Trump administration recently placed Mexico on the Special 301 Priority Watch List — the federal government’s compilation of serial intellectual property violators — “due to long-standing and significant IP concerns.” Mexico has failed to implement patent-enforcement systems, patent-term restoration regulations and the copyright enforcement that it promised and has allowed trademark counterfeiting and copyright piracy to run rampant. Its failures have eroded the protections American innovators were supposed to gain through the trade pact.

Stronger intellectual property protections would mean more new treatments for patients — at lower prices for Americans — along with more high-paying jobs in the industries of the future, and continued leadership in critical 21st-century industries for the United States.    

Coach Belichick stays ‘focused on game’ as girlfriend threatens to sue personality

Bill Belichick’s first season as the North Carolina Tar Heels football head coach probably didn’t go the way he wanted it to as they have four wins going into the final week of the regular season.

Belichick definitely didn’t want to hear any more questions about his girlfriend, Jordon Hudson, and whether she’s become a distraction for the program.

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Hudson threatened to sue sports personality Pablo Torre over his reporting on her interactions with the school and the program over the year. She flashed her all-access sideline pass in a post on Instagram after the team’s final home game of the season.

A reporter asked Belichick on Wednesday about “those distractions” off the field and whether there was any way to “eliminate some of that drama.” The Tar Heels cap the year with a rivalry matchup against N.C. State.

“Yeah, I’m just focused on the game,” Belichick said, via 247 Sports. “That’s what our team’s focused on.”

Hudson and Torre sparred during the week about his reporting, but it was far from the only time that she entered the limelight over the course of the year.

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Emails were leaked showing how much she was involved with the program as her relationship with Belichick became more publicized. She was also criticized for jumping into a CBS interview to shut down a question about her relationship with the legendary coach.

Through it all, she’s been supportive of the Tar Heels during the year. She’s routinely at home games in Chapel Hill, wearing some shade of Carolina Blue and cheering on the team.

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Belichick’s future with the team is unclear as rumors swirl around him trying to jump back into the NFL with a few jobs open as the 2025 season enters the homestretch.

Wisconsin lake reveals ancient vessels that predate Egyptian pyramids

Wisconsin officials recently announced the discovery of a trove of ancient canoes in an underwater “parking lot” of sorts — including one that predates the Pyramids of Giza.

The Wisconsin Historical Society (WHS) announced this month that its experts have identified 14 canoes in Madison’s Lake Mendota so far, six of which were found this spring. The WHS worked with the First Nations of Wisconsin during the research process, a release noted.

The WHS also recovered a 1,200-year-old dugout canoe in 2021 and retrieved another 3,000-year-old one in 2022.

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All in all, the oldest canoe is 5,200 years old, while the most recent one dates back to the 1300s A.D. The vessels were used to catch fish, make travel more efficient and facilitate trade, the WHS said.

“The landscape around Madison lakes looked very different before European settlers arrived in the area and conducted terraforming to suit modern transportation, with large bluffs that made traveling over the land difficult in some areas,” the statement noted.

“Canoe travel may have been more efficient for certain routes for the communities who lived in the area spanning thousands of years before Wisconsin became a state,” the statement also said. 

WHS maritime archaeologist Tamara Thomsen told Fox News Digital the canoes were preserved by being buried under Lake Mendota for thousands of years.

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“The canoes have all been found eroding from a bank underwater, in about 25 feet of water,” said Thomsen. “They survived because they remained buried for so many millennia.”

There are no current plans to retrieve the 14 canoes that remain underwater, Thomsen added. The two that have been retrieved, however, are slated to be included in a museum display at the Wisconsin History Center in 2027.

“The oldest Lake Mendota canoe identified to date was likely crafted sometime around 3000 B.C., before the Great Pyramid of Giza was built in Egypt, and around the time of the invention of writing in Sumer,” she added.

“Constructed of red oak, it is now the oldest dugout canoe recorded from the Great Lakes region and the third oldest in eastern North America.”

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The cache is rare in the Midwest, as such discoveries are more common in the Southeast.

“This is the only cache of canoes that has so far been discovered in Wisconsin,” the archaeologist said.

The WHS also said the canoes were made of either red or white oak — curious choices, as they tend to be water-absorbent.

Thomsen speculated that the builders may have intentionally selected trees that were damaged, or may have damaged them on purpose to impact their growth cycle.

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“We think of bioengineering as a modern practice, but the samples we have suggest this may have been taking place long before the term was coined in the mid-20th century,” she said.

“Archaeology is kind of like putting together pieces of a puzzle, and the more pieces you can find, the better you can start to form a picture of what was going on and why during a period of history,” Thomsen added.

Bill Quackenbush, a tribal historic preservation officer for the Ho-Chunk Nation, said the project “gives us a meaningful opportunity to gain a deeper perspective on our heritage and our ancestors.”

He added, “It is important that we document and share these stories, so that our youth feel that connection to our past.”

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“Protecting and preserving this knowledge ensures that the next generation understands where we come from and why these stories matter. That is why we share them and continue this work.”

America’s most-used password in 2025 revealed as safety warnings fail

Passwords play a huge role in how you stay safe online. They protect your accounts, devices and money. Still, many people pick logins that criminals can guess in seconds. 

The latest NordPass report shows this problem again. This year, “admin” took the top spot as the most common password in the United States.

NordPass and NordStellar, two cybersecurity companies that track leaked credentials and online threats, reviewed millions of exposed passwords to spot trends. They also examined how password habits differ across generations. The pattern is clear: many of us still rely on simple words, easy number strings and familiar keyboard patterns. These choices give attackers a quick path into countless accounts.

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Most common passwords in the United States

NordPass shared its top 20 list for 2025. “Admin” sits at number one. Variations of the word “password” take up five spots. Number strings appear nine times. One explicit term even made the list.

Here are the 20 most common passwords in the USA this year:

• admin
• password
• 123456
• 12345678
• 123456789
• 12345
• Password
• 12345678910
• Gmail.12345
• Password1
• Aa123456
• f*******t
• 1234567890
• abc123
• Welcome1
• Password1!
• password1
• 1234567
• 111111
• 123123

Weak logins remain a major problem because criminals rely on automated tools. These tools try simple words and common patterns first. When millions of people reuse the same easy passwords, attackers succeed fast.

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Global trends show the same risky password behavior

The United States is not alone. Globally, “123456” ranks as the most common password. “Admin” and “12345678” follow closely behind. These patterns appear because they are easy to remember. Sadly, they are also easy to crack.

Researchers noticed one shift worth noting: more passwords now include special characters. The increase is sharp. However, most examples remain weak. Strings like P@ssw0rd and Abcd@1234 still follow predictable rules that tools can break with little effort.

The word “password” stays popular around the world. People even use it in local languages. This shows how widespread the problem is.

Why younger generations still make unsafe password choices

Many people assume younger adults understand digital safety. They grew up with phones and social media. Research shows that this assumption is wrong.

NordPass found that an 18-year-old often picks the same weak password patterns as an 80-year-old. Younger users favor long number sequences. Older users lean toward names. Neither group creates secure or random strings. Generations Z and Y tend to avoid names. Generations X and older use them often. Each approach carries risk because attackers expect both patterns.

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Why weak passwords remain a big threat

Weak passwords fuel data breaches and account takeovers. Criminals run scripts that check billions of combinations every second. When your password is common, they break in fast.

A single stolen login can expose your email, social accounts, bank information and more. Many attacks start this way. Once criminals get inside one account, they often try the same password on others.

Steps to stay safe with your passwords 

You can improve your digital safety with a few simple habits. These steps help block common attacks and protect your accounts.

1) Create strong random passwords

Pick long passwords or short passphrases. Aim for at least 20 characters. Mix letters, numbers and special characters. Avoid patterns. 

2) Avoid password reuse

Use a unique password for each account. If one login gets hacked, the others stay safe.

3) Review and update weak passwords

Check your old logins. Replace anything short, predictable or reused. Fresh passwords lower your risk.

4) Use a password manager

A password manager creates secure passwords and stores them safely. It also fills them in for you, so you do not need to remember them.

Next, see if your email has been exposed in past breaches. Our No. 1 password manager pick includes a built-in breach scanner that checks whether your email address or passwords have appeared in known leaks. If you discover a match, immediately change any reused passwords and secure those accounts with new, unique credentials. 

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5) Turn on multi-factor authentication (MFA)

MFA adds a second check before you log in. It is one of the easiest ways to block attackers.

6) Keep your software updated

Update your phone, computer browsers and apps on a regular schedule. These updates patch security gaps that criminals try to exploit. When you fall behind on updates, weak passwords become even riskier because attackers can pair old software flaws with easy logins.

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While no service can guarantee the complete removal of your data from the internet, a data removal service is really a smart choice. They aren’t cheap, and neither is your privacy. These services do all the work for you by actively monitoring and systematically erasing your personal information from hundreds of websites. It’s what gives me peace of mind and has proven to be the most effective way to erase your personal data from the internet. By limiting the information available, you reduce the risk of scammers cross-referencing data from breaches with information they might find on the dark web, making it harder for them to target you.

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Kurt’s key takeaways 

Weak passwords remain a huge issue in 2025, even with new tools and better education. You have the power to improve your security with a few quick changes. When you build strong habits, you make it harder for criminals to get inside your accounts. Small steps add up fast and give you far more protection online.

What do you think keeps people stuck on weak passwords even when the risks are clear? Let us know by writing to us at 

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Alzheimer’s risk declines sharply with daily lifestyle change, researchers say

Increasing physical activity in midlife or later may reduce the chances of developing dementia by up to 45%, according to a recent study published in JAMA Network Open.

Researchers at the Boston University School of Public Health analyzed data from more than 4,300 people in the Framingham Heart Study Offspring, all of whom were dementia-free at the start of the study.

The individuals completed a questionnaire reporting their amount of sleep and level of physical activity (sedentary, slight, moderate or heavy), according to the study report.

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Study design and key findings

The researchers analyzed the individuals’ physical activity throughout three life stages — early adult (ages 26-44 years), midlife (45-64 years) and late life (65-88 years).

They followed the participants for an average span of 37.2, 25.9 and 14.5 years, respectively, to monitor the onset of Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia.

Those in the top two quintiles of midlife physical activity were associated with a 40% lower all-cause dementia risk over a 26-year period, compared to those with the lowest activity level.

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People in the top two quintiles of late-life physical activity were associated with a 36% to 45% lower dementia risk over 15 years.

“These results may help to inform more precise and effective strategies to prevent or delay the onset of dementia in later life, and support evidence that the benefits of physical activity on the brain may extend to earlier in life than previously thought,” study author Phillip Hwang, Ph.D., from the Department of Epidemiology at the Boston University School of Public Health, told Fox News Digital. 

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Higher activity in midlife was associated with lower dementia risk only in people without APOE4, a genetic variant linked to higher Alzheimer’s risk.

However, this was not the case with the late-life higher activity group, which showed reduced dementia risk among both APOE4 carriers and those without the gene, according to the study.

The exercise-brain link

“There are several possible mechanisms through which physical activity is thought to lower the risk of dementia, such as improving brain structure and function, reducing inflammation and exerting benefits on vascular function,” Hwang told Fox News Digital.

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Physical activity may also directly impact Alzheimer’s disease pathology, such as the buildup of toxic beta-amyloid in the brain, according to the researcher.

“These potential mechanisms may contribute to facilitating cognitive reserve, which can delay late-life cognitive impairment.”

More research is needed to understand whether these possible causes all happen at the same time throughout a person’s life, or if different causes emerge at different stages, the researchers said.

Expert reactions

Dr. Cathryn Devons, M.D., who specializes in geriatric medicine at Phelps Hospital Northwell Health in Sleepy Hollow, New York, was not part of the study but commented on the findings.

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Exercise can lower the risk of hypertension, stroke, vascular disease, cholesterol levels and diabetes — “all the things that put you at risk for circulatory problems to the brain,” she told Fox News Digital.

The doctor also noted that exercise is known to help to reduce inflammation, which can protect brain health.

Study limitations

One limitation of the study is that physical activity was based on self-reporting, Hwang told Fox News Digital.

“While we can say from these results that higher levels of overall physical activity are associated with reduced dementia risk, these results cannot translate well to recommendations about specific exercise types,” he said.

Also, the level of physical activity in early adulthood was not linked with all-cause dementia or Alzheimer’s dementia.

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“We may have been underpowered to detect associations with early adult life physical activity due to the small number of dementia cases in this age group,” the authors noted.

Devons agreed that while the study may have limitations, it supports the idea of exercise lowering the risk of dementia.

Borrowers warned over credit scores as new mortgage models roll out

New credit scoring models rolling out across the mortgage industry could dramatically increase the number of Americans who receive a credit score — but experts warn that borrowers shouldn’t confuse a number on paper with actual loan approval.

As credit repair specialist Micah Smith put it, “People with thin credit files … might be able to see a score … but that doesn’t necessarily mean mortgage approval.”

“It’s actually being shown that about 33 million more people are actually going to have a score with these newer models, not approved,” she clarified.

A few months ago, the VantageScore 4.0 model entered the mortgage market, competing directly with FICO 10T. The algorithms represent the two updated credit formulas federal regulators have approved for future mortgage use, each designed to paint a more detailed picture of a borrower’s financial habits.

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FICO 10T incorporates “trended data,” meaning it looks back over time to see how consumers manage balances and payments rather than capturing only a single moment on a credit report. VantageScore 4.0, meanwhile, expands the types of information that can count toward a score — which is why it’s expected to generate scores for millions of Americans who previously had thin or incomplete credit files.

While both models modernize the system in different ways, lenders — not consumers — will ultimately decide which algorithm they rely on when evaluating a mortgage application.

“You’re not gonna have the ability to choose between the two. So it’s going to be up to the lender’s discretion in regards to which algorithm they actually use,” Smith said. “And so the biggest thing we want people to focus on is … just continuing with the fundamentals and focusing on what has consistently, in the past, built a good credit score.”

If someone’s score drops under a new algorithm, Smith offers a three-step triage plan, including everyday habits that could improve credit over six months to a year.

“Three tips that you can easily utilize to make sure that your scores jump up into higher tiers: One, we want to study the credit report and look for errors,” she further advised. “Bringing down balances on credit cards is always going to move the needle … [and] what we would ask people not to do is don’t make a rush and an irrational decision. Don’t chase trends, don’t look at gimmicks.”

Smith pointed out that fellow industry professionals have expressed concerns that a potential shift toward a “too lenient” VantageScore 4.0 model could trigger a housing crisis similar to the one that fueled the Great Recession.

“The guardrails are in place now because we learned from 2008, 2009. And so, what we’re seeing is that lenders are a lot stricter in regards to their criteria,” the credit expert argued against any kind of collapse.

“When they were giving out these loans with no documentation, not doing a thorough study of who they were giving loans to, they were selling these loans off to Wall Street back in 2008, 2009, and there was no repercussion to the lender,” Smith explained.

“Now, lenders are much more cautious, and they’re doing their due diligence to make sure someone can actually afford to pay back the loans. So introducing a new algorithm, that’s not going to be an issue. What would be an issue is being sloppy, and giving out these loans unnecessarily to unqualified individuals … Essentially, there’s too many guardrails in place to cause a major crash.”

As of Wednesday, mortgage rates are inching closer to sub-6% levels, as Zillow reported the 30-year fixed rate at 6.04% and the 15-year fixed home loan rate at 5.47%.

Smith cautioned against the biggest mistake consumers make when they hear a new scoring model is coming, emphasizing the risk of “falling forward” without understanding the details.

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“I think the biggest thing that I want people to understand when it comes to these new scoring models is pay attention to the narrative and who’s pushing it out,” she said. “No matter how flat you make a pancake, there’s always two sides. And so don’t blame the scoring model for, let’s say, potentially a lackluster score. You have to understand that credit has a way of working and there are people to help you get there.”

“When you get the score right, when you start building good habits, no matter which algorithm pulls it, you’re gonna see a better score all around. And so it really does come down to the timeless habits. Don’t place blame on these algorithms for an inferior score … Everyone makes mistakes. There’s risks and there’s drawbacks to everything, but fall forward into any sort of program that you sign up for. You sign your name on a dotted line, make sure you know the risks.”

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Best Black Friday deals to shop right now: Up to 65% off Bose, Levi’s, DeWalt and more

Black Friday is here, and now’s the time to cross those items off your holiday list – or treat yourself, of course. We’ve rounded up the best Black Friday sales from top retailers like Amazon, Kohl’s, Eddie Bauer and Ulta, so you don’t have to hunt. From a memory foam Nectar mattress that’s over $650 off to the latest AirPods release, now on sale for under $70, these deals are definitely worth checking out.

Bestselling Deals

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Latest deals

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Tech

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Bose Smart soundbar: $399 (27% off)
Apple 2025 MacBook Air 13-inch laptop: $749 (25% off)
JBL Go 4 waterproof portable speaker: $39.95 (20% off)
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Amazon Fire TV Stick: $ 17.99 (49% off)
Amazon Fire 7 kids tablet: $44.99 (55% off)
Insignia 24″ Class F20 Series Smart Fire TV: $49.99 (38% off)

Playstation 5 bundle: $503.99 (19% off)

Original price: $624.98

Everything you need to start playing comes in this PlayStation 5 bundle. Inside the box you will find a console with a 1TB SSD for plenty of storage, a DualSense wireless controller and even a pre-installed game. The bundle also includes two horizontal stand pieces, HDMI and power cables, a USB charging cable and all the setup basics. Chat online with the built-in microphone, while plugging a headset directly into the jack when needed.

Apple Watch Series 11: $339 (15% off)

Original price: $399

Apple’s newest watch, the Apple Watch Series 11, has a faster chip than previous models. It’s been re-designed to be thinner and more comfortable, plus it’s twice as scratch-resistant. New health features like high blood pressure monitoring and more advanced sleep tracking help you recognize chronic issues and track your sleep habits. You’ll also be alerted to possible hypertension if the Watch detects consistently high pressure. Impressively, the Series 11 gives you up to 24 hours of battery life, so you can constantly monitor your health and phone activity. 

Apple iPad 11-inch: $274 (21% off)

Original price: $349

The latest version of Apple iPad is perfect for email, social media and watching all your favorite TV shows and movies. The retina 11-inch display is sharp, bright and can even adjust depending on the surrounding light. There are several versions with different storage capacities, although the base 128 GB will be enough for most people.

Bose QuietComfort Headphones: $199 (45% off)

Original price: $359

Trade in your bulky, uncomfortable headphones for a pair of Bose QuietComfort headphones. The classic, comfortable design and 24 hours of battery life mean you can quite literally wear these headphones all day. Customize your listening experience with a range of options including a quiet mode and an awareness mode options. No matter how you listen, you’ll experience Bose’s legendary audio. 
 

Apple AirPods 4: $69 (47% off)

Original price: $129

Apple’s latest edition of their AirPods — the AirPods 4 — have been redesigned with customer’s comments in mind. The shape is more ear-friendly and it has quick-press controls that make switching between music and calls easier. Five hours of battery life will last through the workday (plus an additional 30 hours of listening time when you briefly store it in the case). Unlike previous versions of AirPods, the AirPods 4 are better designed for loud conditions and have improved voice isolation.

There’s also a version with active noise-cancellation built-in, and it’s down to $99.99 for Black Friday — that’s over 40% off!

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Beauty

Le Ceramique Luxe digital 1-pass flat iron: $69.30 (30% off)
Medicube collagen jelly cream: $11.64 (42% off)
LED light therapy mask: $299 (25% off)
Lancôme Génifique Ultimate dual face serum: $32.50 (50% off)
Revlon Turbo Hair Dryer $11.99 (52% off)
Meridian The Trimmer Original men’s body hair trimmer: $29.99 (40% off)
Laura Geller The Best of the Best Baked palette: $34.50 (50% off)
Dyson Supersonic Nural hair dryer: $399.99 (27% off)
essence Lash Princess false lash effect mascara: $3.55 (29% off)
Laifen SE Lite and diffuser combo: $82.54 (35% off)
Medicube Zero Pore Pads 2.0: $13.90 (55% off)
Anastasia Beverly Hills – up to 40% off

Shark SpeedStyle Pro Flex hair dryer system: $179 (28% off)

Original price: $249.99

Avoid heat damage with the Shark SpeedStyle hair dryer system. Airflow reaches from 0 to 100 mph in a matter of seconds, giving you a salon-quality blowout, faster (and with less heat). To mitigate damage further, the Shark SpeedStyle has a scalp shield mode (designed by dermatologists) that keeps heat at safe levels so it won’t harm your scalp. It comes equipped with multiple attachments like the FrizzFighter, a diffuser and a QuickSmooth brush for silky styles. You can travel anywhere with your new favorite hair dryer thanks to its foldable, lightweight design. 

Philips Norelco shaver: $229.96 (34% off)

Original price: $349.99

Stop razor burn in its tracks when you switch to the Philips Norelco shaver. Named one of Time Magazine’s best inventions this year, the triple-action blades on the shaver give you an ultra-close shave, even in hard-to-reach areas like your neck and under your nose. Five different shave modes means you can customize the shaver to your needs. 

READ MORE: All the best Black Friday beauty deals

Tools 

Craftsman 10-drawer rolling tool cart: $399 (26% off)
DeWalt orbital sander: $129 (28% off)
Craftsman impact driver: $59 (40% off)
DeWalt reciprocating saw: $109 (31% off)
DeWalt cordless drill: $99 (45% off)
Kobalt drill and impact driver set: $99 (57% off)
Craftsman air compressor: $99 (41% off)
Metabo brad nailer: $209 (32% off)
Kobalt air compressor with nailers: $199 (33% off)

Snow Joe snow blower kit: $299.99 (25% off)

Original price: $399.99

The Snow Joe snow blower kit makes clearing snow fast and efficient. The cordless blower comes with two rechargeable 24V lithium-ion batteries and can move up to 14 tons of snow on a single charge. With the ability to cut through deep, heavy snow and throw it up to 20 feet away, the powerful motor does the tough work. Plus, built-in headlights make it easy to tackle snow removal even after dark.

DeWalt cordless drill and impact driver set: $129 (28% off)

Original price: $179

A DeWalt cordless drill and impact driver set is a durable set that will last for years, even with frequent use. Both tools are compact and lightweight, coming in at less than three pounds each. Still, each tool packs a punch. The drill features two different speeds you can adjust based on the needed torque. Featuring an LED light, the drill helps you see more clearly as you’re working.

Greenworks 8-piece power tool set: $374.99 (50% off)

Original price: $999.99

Greenworks might not be a household name, but it keeps up with Craftsman, DeWalt and other tool brands. If you’re ready to make the switch, this eight-piece power tool set is 50% off. Included is a drill and impact driver, a circular saw, a multi-tool, a reciprocating saw, a jig saw, an orbital sander and a handheld work light. The set also comes with helpful extras like a USB charger for all three batteries, sanding discs and multi-tool attachments. 

Mini chainsaw: $41.78 (39% off)

Original price: $68.99

For anyone constantly dealing with fallen tree limbs, a mini chainsaw is a must-have tool. The set comes with the tool itself, a pair of safety gloves and glasses, two batteries, extra chains and other necessary accessories. Easy to hold one-handed while sawing, you’ll work your way through branches in seconds. The batteries charge fast – a 1.5-hour charge gives you 30 to 40 minutes of continued use.

READ MORE: All the best Black Friday tool deals

Power

EF ECOFLOW portable power station: $349 (50% off)
Jackery Explorer 1000: $349 (19% off)
Jackery Explorer 300: $159 (39% off)
Jackery solar generator 5000: $2,799 (35% off)
WEN inverter generator: $355.99 (20% off)
DuroMax 13,000-watt portable generator: $939.06 (37% off)
PowerSmart 3600-watt portable inverter generator: $399.49 (20% off)
Bluetti Elite 100 V2 portable power station: $394.99 (51% off)
Bluetti solar generator with 200W solar panel: $645 (41% off)
UGREEN Nexode power bank: $65.99 (34% off)

Jackery HomePower 3000 portable power station with 200W solar panels: $1,423 (53% off)

Original price: $2,999

Be prepared for any power outage or off-grid setting with the Jackery HomePower 3000. It provides enough power to keep essentials like your fridge, Wi-Fi and lights on for up to 15 hours. You can run a fridge alone for up to two days. Recharging is easy, since it takes just under two hours when plugged in. You can also connect to the solar panel when you need additional power. The built-in RV port keeps you prepared for camping adventures. At just about 60 pounds and complete with a carry handle, packing the Jackery is easy. 

Anker Solix C300 portable power station: $199.99 (33% off)

Original price: $299

Looking for a long-lasting power station? The Anker Solix C300 is built to last up to 10 years, with a five-year warranty already included. There are eight outlets, including three AC, a car socket, three USB-C ports and a USB-A port. Campers and off-griders can easily carry this power station from place to place, or pair it with other Anker stations for additional power. A quick 50-minute charge delivers 0% to 80% battery.

Westinghouse 28,000-watt portable generator: $2,469.35 (35% off)

Original price: $3,799

When the power goes out, you want to be prepared. The Westinghouse 28,000-watt generator has you covered. You get commercial-grade power in a portable package. Start up the generator in seconds with the push-button electric start. The manual backup ensures you can always get it started. A 17-gallon gas tank runs the generator for up to 17 hours, which is more than enough to last for most power outages. Nine outlet options, including household and RV ports give you space to plug in all your necessary appliances, lights, power tools, medical equipment and everything in between. 

READ MORE: All the best Black Friday power deals

Men’s clothing and footwear

Brooks men’s Adrenaline GTS 24 running shoes: $109.95 (21% off)
Eddie Bauer men’s microlight down jacket: $80 (50% off)
Eddie Bauer men’s mountain flex fleece-lined canvas pants: $45 (50% off)
Wrangler men’s heavyweight sherpa lined plaid shirt jacket: $34.99 (30% off)
Amazon Essentials men’s long-sleeve flannel: $12.45 (33% off)
Amazon Essentials men’s classic-fit casual stretch chino pant: $18.33 (21% off)
Amazon Essentials lightweight water-resistant puffer jacket: $19.95 (30% off)
Poncho “The Black Smoke” performance flannel: $94.95 (buy two shirts, get two free gifts)
Fresh Clean Threads hoodie two-pack: $78 (34% off with code GET25)
Wrangler Men’s Cowboy Cut Original Fit Jeans: $30.86 (47% off)

Carhartt men’s loose fit midweight sweatshirt: $44.99 (25% off)

Original price: $59.99

Carhartt’s classic midweight sweatshirt is built for comfort and long-term wear. The relaxed fit and extended size range (from XS to 5XL) make it a go-to for everyone. It’s warm but not bulky and comes in dozens of color options, making it a reliable pick for workdays, weekends and layering all year. 

Levi’s men’s 505 regular fit jeans: $31.70 (54% off)

Original price: $69.50

Levi’s 505 jeans have kept their straight-leg style since 1967 — and they still hold up. Made from a soft cotton blend with just enough stretch, they’re easy to move in without feeling tight. The regular fit gives extra room in the thigh, making them a go-to for both work and everyday wear. Available in dozens of washes, with sizes from 29W x 30L up to 66W x 34L. 

Women’s clothing and footwear

Women’s Tek Gear fleece jogger pants: $12.74 (49% off)
Levi Strauss Signature Gold women’s Totally Shaping bootcut jeans: $22.39 (23% off)
Women’s moccasin slippers: $10.19 (54% off)
Skechers women’s hands-free slip-in sneakers: $39.97 (29% off)
Amazon Essentials women’s French terry fleece hoodie: $8.45 (17% off)
Amazon Essentials women’s long-sleeve turtleneck: $7.65 (31% off)

Women’s two-piece jogger set: $37.99 (37% off)

Original price: $59.99

This women’s sweatsuit set includes a half-zip hoodie and high-waist sweatpants. Stretchy, warm and slightly oversized, these joggers are comfortable for all body types. Whether hitting the gym, lounging around the house or running errands, this set is made for everyday life. 

Women’s New Balance 9060 sneakers: $89.99 (44% off)

Original price: $160

A blend of soothing, pastel colors, New Balance 9060 sneakers are classics for a reason. The premium mesh uppers add breathability to the shoes while the pigskin side overlays keep your feet dry. Inspired by 90s styles, these sneakers are a blast from the past. The thick cushioning in the sole absorbs shock, relieving tension as you walk. 

READ MORE: All the best Black Friday clothing, footwear and accessories deals

Sleep

Saatva classic mattress: $1,814 (15% off)
Nolah Evolution: $1,480 (35% off)
Nolah Natural: $1,364 (35% off)
Wayfair Sleep 10″ medium memory foam mattress: $252.99 (44% off)
Brooklinen luxe sateen core sheet set: $156.75 (25% off)
Brooklinen Dreamweave waffle bed blanket: $186.75 (25% off)
Nectar bamboo bed and mattress bundle: $1,397 (63% off)
Beckham Hotel Collection bed pillows: $41.98 (48% off)
Cooling pillow for neck pain relief: $35.98 (40% off)
Four-piece sheet set: $21.24 (49% off)
Cooling blanket: $37.99 (24% off)
Sleep headphones and eye mask: $22.78 (43% off)
Queen Size Premium Down Pillows Set of 2: $39.99 (67% off)

Nectar classic memory foam mattress: $349 (65% off)

Original price: $1,003

Nectar’s classic memory foam mattress has a temperature-regulating foam layer on top to keep hot sleepers cool, an in-between layer designed for pressure relief (ideal for hip and back alignment). The support layer and motion isolation layer ensure you don’t wake up, even if you (or a partner) moves around a lot at night. 

Nolah Original: $942 (35% off)

Original price: $1,449

Nolah’s Original mattress uses high-quality foam to support the back, neck and shoulders without the bounce of coils. The all-foam design contours the body while maintaining stability, ideal for those who share a bed with a partner or pets. It’s also infused with copper to help regulate body temperature and keep hot sleepers cooler overnight.

Cozy Earth bamboo bedding deluxe bundle: $530.60 (30% off)

Original price: $758

Cozy Earth’s bamboo bedding bundle is made from 100% premium bamboo for next-level softness and year-round comfort. The breathable fabric naturally regulates temperature, keeping it cool in summer and warm in winter. A subtle, silk-like sheen adds a polished finish that elevates any bedroom.

READ MORE: All the best Black Friday mattress deals

Pets

PetSafe Stay & Play wireless fence: $249.99 (28% off)
Catstages tower of tracks cat toy: $8.79 (45% off)
Automatic cat feeder with camera: $115.99 (36% off)
Back seat extender for dogs: $56.99 (29% off)
2-pack of pet lint rollers: $7.99 (38% off)
FluentPet Speak Up! training dog & cat communication buttons: $65.39 (23% off)
Pixar Mike Wazowski & Sulley teaser cat toy with catnip: $3 (50% off)
Pet carrier for large cats: $28.49 (29% off)
Frontline Plus flea and tick treatment: $27.99 (38% off)

Whisker litter robot: $699 (13% off)

Original price: $799

Monitor visits to the litter box, track your cat’s weight and get real-time health updates with the Whisker litter robot. Large enough for up to four cats, the litter box locks in that nasty litter box smell cat owners deal with. The drawer needs to be emptied every eight days, just pull it out and dump. 

Giant cat tree: $111.99 (30% off)

Original price: $159.99

Treat your cat this holiday season with this giant tree. Complete with room to climb, lounge and play, it’ll be your cat’s go-to spot. Great for multi-cat households, you’ll find hammocks, hiding spots and scratching posts all built-in. The system is easy to put together and doesn’t involve screwing anything into your walls or windows. 

New Fi Series 3+ smart dog tracker collar: $159 (24% off)

Original price: $209

New Fi’s Series 3+ dog tracker collar uses GPS and LTE to track your dog in real time, now with Apple Watch compatibility. Set up virtual fences and get instant alerts if your pup leaves the safe zone. Lost Dog Mode activates live location tracking through the app so you can act fast if they wander. Built for durability and peace of mind, it’s ideal for active dogs and anxious owners alike. 

READ MORE: All the best Black Friday pet deals

Toys

LEGO Creator 3-in-1 airplane toy: $8.19 (45% off)
Remote control car: $25.49 (45% off)
Magna-Tiles 32-piece construction set: $34.99 (30% off)
Furby DJ: $55.99 (20% off)

Mr. Potato Head: $6.49 (19% off)

Original price: $7.99

Mr. Potato Head is a timeless classic. Kids can mix and match eyes, ears and accessories to build silly faces and unique characters while practicing fine motor skills, learning body parts and engaging in imaginative play.

Melissa & Doug doctor’s kit: $16.49 (61% off)

Original price: $41.99

This 25-piece doctor’s kit gives preschoolers ages three to six a set of realistic essentials so they can examine and treat all their patients (or stuffed animals). It’s loaded with great tools like a stethoscope, a blood pressure cuff, a syringe, a rolling thermometer and more. All the pieces store neatly in a handy tote perfect for on-the-go house calls.

Amazon Fire Kids Tablet: $104.99 (45% off)

Original price: $189.99

Amazon’s Fire Kids Tablet blends fun and learning. With access to thousands of kid-friendly books, games and shows — all in a safe, ad-free environment — little ones can read, create and explore at their own pace. Durable, easy to use and loaded with parental controls, it’s a smart choice for screen time. Tip: Be sure to add kids’ headphones for the full experience. 

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Home

Shark upright vacuum: $129.99 (35% off)
Bissell Little Green mini portable carpet and upholstery cleaner: $74.99 (21% off)
Dryer vent cleaning kit: $8.49 (39% off)
Dreo space heater: $42.49 (15% off)
Tineco iFLOOR 3 Breeze wet dry vacuum: $159 (39% off)

Dreo quiet space heater: $59.48 (15% off)

Original price: $69.99

With 1,500 watts of power, this Dreo compact heater quickly heats rooms and reaches up to 200% farther than standard models. It runs whisper-quiet and a built-in thermostat lets you set your ideal temperature.  The 70-degree oscillation helps spread warmth evenly across the room. The heater includes safety features like tip-over protection and a child lock. 

Dyson V8 Plus cordless vacuum: $279.99 (48% off)

Original price: $599.99

The Dyson V8 Plus makes cleaning simple. It runs up to 40 minutes on a full charge and works on all floor types. The de-tangling technology handles pet and human hair with ease. It quickly converts to a handheld for stairs, furniture, or car interiors.

American Soft Linen 6-piece towel set: $34.19 (40% off)

Original price: $57.40

Refresh your bathroom basics with this towel set by American Soft Linen. Made from 100% Turkish cotton, the set includes two bath towels, two hand towels and two washcloths. They’re soft, absorbent and come in a range of colors to match any bathroom. Plus, they make it easy to fully stock the guest bath ahead of the holidays.

Fitness

TheraGun massage gun: $199.99 (38% off)
Adidas gym duffel bag: $26.98 (40% off)
Speediance VeloNix: $1,799 (33% off)
Golf longevity training system: $272.99 (30% off)
Adjustable dumbbells: $275.49 (23% off)

Oura Ring 4: $249 (29% off)

Original price: $499

Oura Ring 4 is a screen-free, no-fuss health tracker that fits like a regular ring but delivers around-the-clock insights on your body’s mechanics. It tracks sleep, activity, stress, heart health and women’s health all without buzzing or lighting up. The battery lasts up to 8 days and a subscription unlocks deeper data and personalized recommendations.

2-in-1 folding treadmill and walking pad: $135.99 (55% off)

Original price: $299.99

The GoPlus 2-in-1 treadmill doubles as a walking pad and a treadmill. When the handrail is down, it functions as a walking pad that reaches up to 2.5 mph. Raise the rail and it becomes a treadmill that goes up to 7.5 mph, an ideal speed range for jogging. It runs quietly on a 2.25-horsepower motor, features shock-absorbing tech for a smoother stride and supports up to 265 pounds. It also connects to your phone via Bluetooth so you can stream music while you move, and there’s a built-in phone holder for convenience.

Weighted vest: $29 (42% off)

Original price: $49.99

Adding a weighted vest to your routine is a simple way to level up your workouts. It straps on securely, distributes weight evenly and comes in options from 6 to 30 pounds. There’s even a pouch for your keys or phone.

Pull-up bar station: $139.88 (30% off)

Original price: $199.99

Start building the strength you need to knock out pull-ups like a Marine. This sturdy bar holds up to 450 pounds and works for dips, knee raises and more. Its compact design makes it an ideal option for home gyms with limited space.

READ MORE: All the best Black Friday fitness deals

Kitchen

Ninja Crispi Air Fryer:$159.99 (11% off)
Garbage disposal cleaner deodorizer tablets: $13.96 (30% off)
Ninja Blast Max Portable Blender: $59.99 (40% off)
Ceramic Cookware Sets: $179.99 (31% off)
Vitamix Explorian E310 Blender: $299.95 (21% off)
Technivorm Moccamaster10-Cup Coffee Maker: $179.50 (51% off)
STAUB Cast Iron Dutch Oven 4-qt Round Cocotte: $149.95 (59% off)
Cuisinart 6-Quart Basket Air Fryer: $79.99 (47% off)

Chefman air fryer: $49.99 (50% off)

Original price: $99.99

If you like your snacks crispy and fast, this 4-quart Chefman air fryer is a solid pick for up to four people. Its sleek, narrow design saves counter space without skimping on capacity. You’ll get an audible alert halfway through cooking to remind you to shake the basket. The matte-black finish looks sharp, and built-in auto shutoff adds a nice layer of safety.

Vitamix 5200 blender: $299.95 (38% off)

Original price: $479.95

Say goodbye to chunky smoothies and soups with the Vitamix 5200. This high-performance blender powers through frozen fruit, fibrous veggies, ice and nuts with ease. It features 10 speed settings and self-cleans in less than a minute with just water and a drop of soap.

HexClad 6‑piece fry pan set: $318 (20% off)

Original price: $399

This six‑piece fry pan set covers all the bases with three go-to sizes and a super slick, non-stick cooking surface. It’s got the sear of stainless steel, the toughness of cast iron and the ease of nonstick with matching lids. 

READ MORE: All the best Black Friday Hexclad deals

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Travel

SwissGear Sion luggage set: $149.99 (45% off)
SwissGear Scansmart TSA laptop backpack: $62.99 (36% off)
Travelon anti-theft crossbody: $28.47 (53% off)
Florence by Mills weekender bag: $71.99 (40% off)
Herschel novel duffle: $80 (20% off)

Samsonite Freeform luggage set: $196.34 (32% off)

Original price: $315

The Samsonite Freeform hardside expandable with double spinner wheels is lightweight and features a flexible polypropylene shell. The suitcases have smooth-rolling double-spinner wheels and an expandable design for increased packing capacity.

Samsonite Omni 2 luggage: $239.99 (40% off)

Original price: $399.99

The Samsonite Omni 2 hardside expandable luggage with spinner wheels is a three-piece set that includes a carry-on, medium and large spinner suitcase. Each piece features an expansion capability and multi-directional, oversized dual-spinner wheels.

Pacific Gear rolling duffel: $44.97 (44% off)

Original price: $79.99

Grab this Pacific Gear rolling duffel with wheels for your next trip. This 30-inch softside duffel bag is made of durable brushed polyester and features a spacious U-shaped top opening for easy packing of bulky items. The bag is structured with recessed inline skate wheels and a telescoping pull handle for smooth mobility.

READ MORE: All the best Black Friday luggage deals

Comfortable shoes

Hey Dude Wally Buffalo Plaid slip-on: $35 (46% off)
Running shoes for men: $19.99 (23% off)
New Balance women’s DynaSoft Nergize Sport V2 cross trainer: $49.98 (33% off)
Amazon Essentials women ballet flat: $16.70 (20% off)
Cole Haan mens Grandpro Rally canvas court sneaker: $45.21 (50% off)
Ecco men’s Soft 7 sneaker: $102.73 (40% off)

Dr. Scholl’s Catch Thrills sneaker: $77 (27% off)

Original price: $105

Dr. Scholl’s Catch Thrills sneaker blends a classic style with the comfort Dr. Scholl’s is known for. The shoe has a simple, low-profile silhouette with a clean lace-up design, making it a versatile option that won’t look out of place with chinos or casual trousers.

Women’s fuzzy memory foam slippers: $13.99 (61% off)

Original price: $35.99

These fuzzy memory foam slippers are comfy and have a memory foam sole that cradles your feet after a long day. The faux fur lining keeps your feet toasty and gives the slippers a refined look. 

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Skechers women’s Go Run Consistent: $40 (15% off)

Original price: $46.99

All of Skechers’ shoes, including these women’s Go Run Consistent sneakers, are comfortable for long-term wear. This pair is designed to be ultra-light so they’re comfortable to walk, run and jog. The air-cooled foot bed keeps your feet cool and comfortable, preventing them from overheating during warmer weather.

READ MORE: All the best Black Friday clothing and footwear deals

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