#BPA for short

[littleliterarylesbian]

Dating Regulus Black is great. Amazing. Fantastic. Spectacular even! James can't even imagine for how long he's dreamed of being in his current position with the title "Regulus Black's Boyfriend."

But that doesn't mean his lover can't get a bit... odd. He would never call Regulus crazy, of course not. James loves all of him, including the little bits that others wouldn't be able to handle. But James can handle them. Because he's James.

However he would not be able to survive what he just did. Oh, he truly didn't mean to knock over the cauldron, he was just distracted! Regulus gave him a kiss and a loving pat on the cheek and told him to watch... something before walking out and James had sighed, putting his elbow on the table to sigh happily, resting his face in his hand and suddenly bam.

Spilled all over the floor, a gross sludge from half infused (melted? he's never been sure how ingredients just kind of disappeared when it came time to bottle them) materials and a sizzling sound coming from the more liquid parts as it melted into the stone floor.

Fuck.

He goes to scramble, trying to pick up the cauldron only for it to burn. He yelps, dropping it quickly and shaking off his hand. He tries to look around for something else because, well, an upset Regulus is not good. Especially if he's the one who caused it. He never wants to make Regulus upset. He thinks, if he did, he'd quite possibly collapse into a heap of nothing.

He runs to the door, poking his head out for anyone who could possibly help. No one down in the dungeons particularly likes him, or at least like him enough to save him from his boyfriend's impending wrath but maybe if he begs hard enough someone will take pity on him.

But then James catches sight of an angel. His saving grace.

"Moony!" He hisses loudly, and he watches Remus look around confused for a second before spotting him.

"Moony! Over here!"

Remus sighs, adjusting his bag, and slowly walking over. James can tell that he probably looks as panicked as he is, hair a mess from when he ran his fingers through it and eyes wide and glasses crooked.

"What did you get yourself into?"

"This is not the time for jokes Moony! This is life or death! My life or death!"

"What did you do?" There's suspicion in Remus' voice that James, in any other circumstance, would be at least slightly offended at. But no, Remus is the perfect person who could have come his way.

"I knocked over Regulus' cauldron."

He watches as Remus furrows his brows, leaning in and peaking over James' shoulder.

"What? How the fuck did you manage that?"

"I don't know! I wasn't paying attention!" Remus makes an 'ahh' sound, pressing his lips together, but James ignores it. Whatever revelation Moony had is not as important as James' future chance at life.

"You're dating Sirius, you know Regulus, you know how this can end, now help me." He hisses as he grabs Remus by the collar and drags him inside.

[visualtaehyun]

I'm not making the same dumb mistake twice in a row so- 'Chop' Anon, please find the long answer to your ask right here! And curse this hellsite for eating asks...

Disclaimer: not a native Thai speaker, still learning 🙏

Anon, my answer is gonna be twofold. The word ชอบ /chaawp/ = 'like' comes up a lot this episode and you can see that it can be used exactly the same as in English, platonically or romantically, it really just depends on context. And as you said, Jane does have the context of catching Ryan staring at him, getting flustered, trying to act nonchalant, talking to himself, zoning out, and generally acting real fucking weird lmao all throughout the episode. It's no wonder that he assumes Ryan's hangry or mad again, even checking for stomach rumbles 😂

The word 'like'

Thai has this fun feature where you don't always need to use pronouns or any other qualifying words to denote who or what you're referring to which can be both a boon cause it simplifies talking by assuming others will know the meaning from a previous or given context (or you intentionally omit that meaning!) and a curse cause it makes translating nuance a bit of a struggle sometimes 🥴

For example, this routinely happens in short question-answer exchanges but I'll let you be the judge:

- Pie: แกชอบป่ะ /gae chaawp bpa/ = You like [it]? - Ryan, only staring at Jane: ชอบ /chaawp/ = [I] like [🤡?]. - Jane, turning around: [🤡?] - Me @ translating stuff like this: 🤡

เขาดูเหมื่อนชอบพี่เจนนะครับ /khao duu meuuan chaawp phi Jane na khrap/ = I'm jealous because Khun Joy keeps hitting on you. lol just kidding subs are right on

- Jane: แบบนี้ ชอบไหมครับ /baaep nee, chaawp mai khrap/ = lit.: Like this/this way, [do you] like [it]? -> this sounds like an odd thing to say to a client in both English and Thai lmao clearly you'd usually ask if it's 'okay' or 'good' or something like that but the script needed to set up Khun Joy's flirty answer - Joy: ชอบตั้งแต่แรกแล้ว /chaawp dtang dtaae raaek laaeo/ = [I've] liked [🤡?] since the beginning.

I'll get back to Ryan's last 'like' at the end~

Jane and pronouns

The second part of my answer is how interesting and, frankly, puzzling I find Jane in how he talks to Ryan. Up until part [2/4] Jane actually completely omits any pronouns with him, as he's done frequently in the past. But when he does use them with Ryan- boy oh boy, he's kinda all over the place this episode! If Ryan wasn't so busy stewing in his confused feelings and jealousy, he might've noticed that Jane keeps flip-flopping between very different choices. Kudos to P'Baimon for catching Jane acting like a lovesick fool too that one time he's smiling at the printer 👀

Here's every single instance of Jane using 1st and 2nd pers. pronouns with Ryan, every other time you read any 1st or 2nd pers. pronouns in the subs in conversation with Ryan, he actually omits them, which is most of the time!

1) When they're unseriously fighting in front of the printer:

เรานี่แหละ ประหลาด /rao nee lae, bpra laat/ เราเป็นเด็กฝึกงานของพี่ /rao bpen dek feuk ngaan khaawng phi/ -> 🫣 that last one got me a bit shy with the ของพี่ /khaawng phi/ (= mine, my [...], lit. phi's [...]) and I think the editor agrees with me there, considering the music cut out lol

2) When Jane discovers the broken bottle debacle and turns to Ryan:

คุณไปรอผมที่ห้อง /khun bpai raaw pom thee haawng/ -> back to formal pronouns again, either because they're not alone or because he's about to scold Ryan or both even

3) When Jane scolds Ryan:

ถ้ามีคนเป็นอะไรขึ้นมา คุณรับผิดชอบไหวหรอ /thaa mee khohn bpen a rai kheun maa, khun rap phit chaawp wai raw/ -> still formal

แล้วมีพี่ให้โทรหาคนเดียวหรอ /laaeo mee phi hai thoh haa khohn diiao raw/ พี่รู้เรื่องนี้คนเดียวหรอ /phi ruu reuuang nee khohn diiao raw/ -> arguably softening his scolding a bit by switching to the more familiar พี่ /phi/ they established at the end of last ep., maybe because of Ryan's voice too which at this point sounds close to tears

And then Ryan is crying 🥺 Oof. Honestly? Jane was actually harsh this time! But rightfully so too, and it's very much in line with his principles and character. And he does immediately apologize for raising his voice and being so harsh, exactly like he told Ryan he would, in ep. 3, if he did wrong by him:

ที่หงุดหงิดเนี่ย เพราะว่าพี่เป็นห่วง /thee ngoot ngit niia, phraw waa phi bpen huuang/ = That [I got so] angry is because I was/am worried. แล้วก็ขอโทษด้วยที่พูดแรง ๆ เมื่อกี้ /laaeo gaaw khaaw thoht duuay thee phuut raaeng raaeng meuua gee/ -> no pronouns here again

This is probably just me being me lol but it's giving Lian harshly scolding Kuea in Cutie Pie when he puts himself in danger mishandling a knife and then immediately softening when Kuea starts crying.

ถ้ามันมีคนได้รับบาดเจ็บ ตัวแกเองนั่นแหละจะเป็นต้นเหตุ /thaa man mee khohn dai rap baat jep, dtuua gae eng nan lae ja bpen dtohn heht/

By this point, I was literally like 'Huh. What even is going on, he's so all over the place in terms of pronoun use, where did this แก come from all of a sudden?' My reading of this is that he's actually just as unsure and confused about Ryan and his feelings for him as Ryan has been all episode.

แก /gae/ is an informal familiar 2nd pers. pronoun that's a little impolite but not nearly as rude as มึง /meung/ and can similarly express closeness with someone you know well, it's used between age mates or for someone younger. In Thai BL, you hear แก /gae/ a lot more from or between girl friends than the rude pronoun of choice between guy friends, มึง /meung/. If you scroll back up, you'll see that Pie called Ryan แก /gae/ as well! The kids are a different story though, they all use a variety of different pronouns amongst each other, depending on context, mood, situation, individual relationship, ... I ain't getting into that lol it would take forever to explain, please no one get any ideas asking me about all of that 🥴

So here we are again with the word 'like'

ผมชอบงานนี้ ชอบที่นี้ /pom chaawp ngaan nee. chaawp thee nee/ แล้วก็ชอบพี่ดว้ย /laaeo gaaw chaawp phi duuay/

Arthur meme meets 😦 emoji

Sometimes Jane looks at Ryan like he's trying to solve a puzzle. It seems like he just realized that they're having two different conversations. But judging from his subtle reactions-- He's not dumb enough to assume that Ryan means it any other way than romantically, considering Ryan's odd behavior all throughout the episode too. Looking at the preview, I think he's gonna refuse to acknowledge Ryan's clearly romantic feelings though, not least of all because HR is already looming in the background, ready to go 🚨!!!

หรือเป็นเพราะผมบอกชอบพี่ไปแล้ว [...] /reuu bpen phraw pom baawk chaawp phi bpai laaeo/ = lit.: Or it's because I've told you I like you [...] -> บอกชอบ /baawk chaawp/ = lit. tell like; tell someone you like them (romantically), confess to liking someone

So! ชอบ /chaawp/ isn't exclusively romantic, same as the English 'like', but there's just no way around how Ryan meant this. And Jane knows it 🌚�� Hope my rambles satisfied your curiosity, anon!

[strawberryblondebutch]

I know we’ve asked you about who you think will be the first draft pick in 2025, but how about the full first round? I know this is very speculative considering we don’t even the order of the team picks and we won’t know what each team is looking for until after the season, so I’ll probs ask this again later, but any preliminary predictions?

Okay, this is a fun question! Let's talk about drafting strategies first.

There are two schools of thought when it comes to a draft. The first is drafting for need, which is exactly what it sounds like: "we really struggled with finishing, we need a winger with a good snapshot." "This team really struggled in the faceoff circle, let's try to get a center who can win those battles." "For the love of God, get someone on D who can throw their weight around." The other school of thought is best player available, which is also kind of exactly what it sounds like -- screw need, we'd be stupid not to take this one.

Hindsight is usually 20/20, and drafting for need/BPA discussions are usually difficult because they fall victim to this. "Sure, we got the best player available, but we really needed a 1D" vs. "sure, we're short on center depth, but this player was available and we passed over them!"

It's way too early to put together a full draft board because (1) we don't know the order in which teams will be picking, and (2) it's hard to tell which GMs will be drafting for need and which will be taking the BPA. My casual observation is that Ottawa focused more on need (they wanted to get bigger, and Serdachny was the biggest F in the first round, and the Charge were also the first team to take a goalie, because Masch got overworked last season) and Boston was more BPA.

That all being said, here are some first-round draft candidates, in no particular order:

Abbey Murphy (F / Minnesota). I mean, yeah. She's the consensus 1OA pick. If she doesn't come off the board first, it's because she snapped her leg in half and retired from the sport. Or she got banned from IIHF play for biting a ref, idk.

Haley Wynn (D / Clarkson). Probably the best D on the draft board. The only knock against her is that she's right-handed, and I'd say most teams already have their 1RHD settled, but Wynn is the kind of player you make room for. She moves the puck incredibly well, and she has a deceptive skating and puckhandling game that throws off opposing forwards.

Nicole Gosling (D / Clarkson). I'd be remiss not to include Wynn's liney here (and cousin of Sceptres first-round pick Julia Gosling!). Clarkson is a particularly vexing opponent for the other ECAC schools, and that D corps is a big reason why. Unlike Wynn, Gosling is a lefty, and she's very good at clearing the zone, taking pressure off the goalie.

Viivi Vainikka (F / Lulea HF). I do not watch a lot of European hockey, although I would like to. Those who do watch the SDHL cannot stop talking about Vainikka. She's absolutely the top European prospect of this draft class, plays center and left wing competently, and is one of those players that you just can't stop watching.

Kristyna Kaltounkova (F / Colgate). Kalty gets a big boost here in that two coaches are already familiar with her game: she's played on the Czech national team and for Colgate University, so McLeod and Fargo already have a good rapport with her, which goes a long way in adjusting to the pros. As a member of Team Czechia, she's also held her own quite well against more developed national teams. One red flag against her: she was suspended under unknown circumstances for two games last season and took another two games off for personal reasons.

Rory Guilday (D / Cornell), Lacey Eden (F / Wisconsin), Casey O'Brien (F / Wisconsin). Flip a three-way coin for that last first-round spot. All three players have something in common: what they do well, they do so well that they make it look easy. All three have incredibly strong fundamentals, which is their greatest strength and weakness. Flashy players get the most attention, but the most skilled players will fly under the radar. Which one of this trio gets taken first will depend on need: Guilday is a rock-solid stay-at-home defender who doesn't show up on the score sheet, Eden is a winger with a strong finishing touch who needs to be part of a 1-2 punch, and O'Brien is the best playmaking center in the draft. All are specialists, and it comes down to what will pull your team together.

[wingdingery]

Trick or treat!!!

Hello very secret anon ;)

For you, another trip to the WIP icebox! This is from a verse I mentally call “WFA vibes but they’re all poly and having complicated relations” (or BPA – Bat Polycule Adventures for short, and yes I do have a diagram lol).

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“Listen, Dick—you and Cass,” Steph says, gesturing between the two of them with a flick of her finger. She’s sitting on the other couch, legs thrown over Cass’s lap.

“Between the two of you, you could break in anywhere, physically or digitally,” she says, ticking the points off on her fingers as she speaks, “you could kick anyone’s ass, you’re super cute together, and you’re probably the least likely to get distracted making out in a corner. Tell me I’m wrong.”

“Hey!” Duke stops massaging Tim’s shoulders. “I wouldn’t get distracted making out with anyone in a corner!”

“I’m pretty sure none of us would except those two,” Tim says, nodding to Steph and Cass.

“I resemble that remark,” Steph says. “And, besides,” she says, turning to Duke, “you, young padawan, have yet to graduate from the Alfred Pennyworth School of Bat-acting. No undercover missions until you have your certificate. That’s the rule.”

“Wait,” Duke says, “am I actually gonna get a certificate?”

“Too hard to keep track of all the paper, so we switched to a digital badge system instead,” Babs says. “When was the last time you checked your Batquest app? It’s under Skills.”

Duke pulls out his phone and starts scrolling. “There are way too many sections on that thing.”

“That’s what I said!” Dick says, sitting up as much as he can with Jason’s arm weighing him down. “You know how this started? Stickers. All I wanted was stickers. I made a cute little app with stickers. And then—” Dick waves his hands in the universal Bat sign for a whole bunch of shit happened that I don’t want to talk about, “—so I left the project to Babs and Tim, and I come back to all this.”

“RPG themes make everything better!” Tim says.

“Seconded,” Babs says.

Dick throws his hands up. “I don’t even understand how the points and leveling system works! I just guess whenever I need to change the code!”

“Actually, I don’t totally understand it either,” Tim says.

Babs winces. “Seconded.”

“Okay, you’re all getting distracted here!” Steph says. “I mean, I think one of you should definitely fix that soon, because girl wants her Batpoints—but we have tickets to buy! I am officially nominating Dick and Cass for the mission. Dick or Cass, do you object?”

“No objections,” Cass says.

“No objections.” Dick smiles at Cass. “I feel like it’s been a long time since we did a mission together.”

“Dick and Cass have been officially nominated,” Babs says. “Anyone else?”

“Me and Tim,” Jason says, raising the hand that isn’t on Dick’s shoulder. “Same reasons as Dick and Cass.”

Steph flails on the couch, nearly kicking Cass. “Excuse me, you guys would totally get distracted making out!”

Tim raises his hand. “Veto. I get sick on cruises.”

Jason stares at him. “You live on a boat.”

“I didn’t say I get seasick,” Tim says. “Cruise ships are like an incubator for any infectious disease. My parents took me on one once and I had diarrhea for like a week straight. Never again.”

Steph wrinkles her nose. “TMI, dude.”

[roomeight]

I’ve seen several tweets about the allegations against coxon being ‘debunked’. Is there any truth to this notion? I haven’t found any evidence of the allegations not being true, so I’m kinda confused right now

I wrote a lengthy answer to this and sadly my phone died and killed it so I'll try to summarize it. No, they are not debunked. Here is the unfiltered truth, after holding this in for two years I want to leave this blog in peace and move on with my life from Blur and their fans.

Journalists from the Guardian, who were specialized in these type of celeb abuse cases, were involved in this. BPA and I helped put them in contact with people, some who helped and others who were traumatized from things and didn't want to talk and others who were scared to. Some of this was mishandled by bpa being overly involved but I'm not going to go into that.

The journalists were given all of the sensitive files. They came back to us and said that unless the victim who came forward about S.A. came forward again, they couldn't write about it. The reason being that newspapers will only take on a risky story like this if there's testimony of S.A. or violent physical abuse and the coxonexpose fan did not come back when we asked/ghosted after being chased off by fans.

The Guardian journalist, again someone who specialized in this type of celeb abuse investigation who had seen all of things I hadn't seen including the sexual stuff, said to me, "don't get me wrong, from everything I've seen [GC] is definitely a creep."

Grooming and emotional abuse are not enough for papers to take on the risk of publishing something unless it's rape or violent and that's the sad reality. Graham started tweeting again as soon as the Guardian journalists backed off because of course he did.

Bpa was in contact with someone close to Graham who was devastated by this and I can't say who bc it would put them in danger/implicate them but even me saying it probably makes it obvious.

So the next time people say, oh that tumblr blog is just obsessed with hating Graham let them know that an accredited journalist validated everything and that it's dumb easy to get away with parasocial abuse when you're a semi-famous white dude in a retro band who is chronically online liking photos of young women in short skirts because the system supports white men and not victims. And I live with this pandora's box knowledge in my head every day, knowing Blur say nothing and I get called all sorts of things because I defended literal strangers on the internet at the risk of my own safety while most fans stayed quiet or picked apart every action and let those few of us saying something be punching bags. I'm not even a victim and I would never do this again.

[time4hemp]

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Written by Casper Leitch

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[idontlikeem]

Draft Q: when a NHL ready prospect was drafted by one team ahead of you leaving you to settle with the BPA (best pick available), is it a huge miss on the team's part? Asking this because I remember how Pens fans were unhappy with the Yager pick because they wanted Benson but the Sabres snagged them first

no i don't think so! BPA is IMO the best strategy for at least the top 15 picks of the first round—you can make the argument that it should be the whole first round, but really outside the top five they're all lottery tickets (and even then...), so sometimes an organization that has a ton of promising prospects at a certain position will skip to the BPA at a spot they're lacking instead, and that's a valid strategy.

the problem with the draft is, in order to move up to ensure you get your guy, someone needs to be willing to trade with you. and there wasn't a single trade during the first round this past draft.

NHL-readiness is also subjective. i haven't paid attention to the sabres really, but very very good prospects sometimes get rewarded by staying up for 9 games (the maximum they can play in the show before they're counted as playing the first year of their ELC) before being reassigned back to their junior team. it's possible that's what's going to happen here; i think it will happen with the leafs too. now, those prospects might truly be ready for a spot, but what that also means is there was a spot on the roster available, and realistically, even if yager looked like he was 100% good to go, i'm not sure that would have been enough to bump out an established roster guy.

the sabres and the pens are in different places. the pens need to win now, if they're going to—they can't risk game points to give their babies a peek at the big time. the sabres, while they're improving year over year, are not in a position where they have to make a serious push for the cup (or even make the playoffs tbh) quite yet—so there's no danger in letting the kids run for a little while before sending them back down.

personally, i am happy with our pick now that we're through camp. with where we were in the draft (imagine we'd won the lottery lololol) the likelihood of us getting a true gamebreaker who was immediately ready was very very low. if yager continues to improve, he has the potential to be a top-liner as he matures, and he might be ready to slide in right when the core is retiring. the more prospects we can let cook in juniors or the AHL, the more gentle that transition will be. and, i'm not sure if FSG or kyle have the appetite to truly tank, but if they go that route, our best prospects being kept off the varsity when the core retires will help there too, because it will keep us from winning too much.

anyway these are just my thoughts! young teams on the upswing are in a totally different spot when it comes to looking at draft picks than teams like the pens, and thus the expectations for the prospects are different (at least in the short term).

[twinkubus]

"be very careful when buying resin items as most are not food safe"

Short answer: Not true*

Long answer:...Maybe**

*epoxy resins are obviously toxic before they have been cured but once they ARE cured and become "inert plastics" they meet FDA standards for contact with food. Even if they are not "fda certified" you don't really need to worry about it.

**If an epoxy manufacturer goes the route of official FDA certification they need to make sure that even pre-cure, it has low amounts of certain chemicals. Non-certified epoxies will have larger amounts of BPA than food-safe ones. However if you are *really* worried about BPA you should probably not be using ANY plastic food containers/bottles/utensils, bc it's everywhere. One resin cup— probably not a make-it-or-break-it type deal.

[lessrthanthree]

TELL ME ABOUT THE ICE CORES I WOULD LOVE TO HEAR ABOUT THEM

/takes a break from writing an essay (only 600 words in. sad.) to write even more words about,, ice/

yahoo !!!!1

ice cores are mostly used for monitoring changing CO2 levels in the atmosphere along with methane and nitrous oxide :) by taking out looooooong chunks of ice from glaciers and ice sheets, you can analyze things that happened a long time ago!! air bubbles trapped inside the ice contain our ancient atmosphere! the stuff that creatures 2 million years ago breathed!!!! and we can analyze the contents of it!!!!!!!!!!

volcanic eruptions and weather events such as dust storms can be trapped in the ice too! particulate matter is chemically documented and linked with CO2 contents to create graphs of ancient climates (volcanoes make the earth cool since solar radiation cannot enter the atmosphere as easily when blocked out by large amounts of ash, so we can identify probable dips in the earth's previous temperatures!)

image source (displays how climate matches up nicely with air bubble samples taken from the cores!!)

with this science we've accurately documented around 400,000 years worth of natural climate data from the past!!!!!! of course other resources are compared such as tree ring growth and plant frost damage, but it's all collaborative to become as accurate as possible :)

speaking of plant growth, the ice cores gave us the keeling curve! named after Dr. Dave Keeling, who took the first ice core measures at Mauna Loa in Hawaii in 1858 due to wanting an "uncontaminated" sample as humanly possible. the ice core CO2 data showed a natural fluctuation with the seasons, a pretty little pattern of crests and troughs created as plants flourish in the summer to consume CO2 and die off in the winter to allow it to more accumulate. after Keeling continued to document samples, he found the CO2 levels to steadily rise (he expected his graph's slope to be flat! being sampled so far away from major city pollutants! whats going on!!?)

image source (interactive charts are fun :D ..... the fully extended one also scares the shit out of me :D !!)

so now ice core data and the continued documentation of the extended keeling curve have become an international effort in order to 1- further research our past climate by going deeper and deeper to analyze more ancient cores (currently being stored and researched at the main ice core facility in Colorado USA (i watched a documentary on this place it was very cool!!!)) and 2- keep watch on the keeling curve in relation to climate change and the efforts to reduce it (ex: the IPPC, Kyoto protocol, Paris agreement, etc. etc. etc. and how their impacts, well,, impact this data)

LOOK HOW MANY THERE ARE IN THIS FACILITY!!!!! THIS PLACE IS SO SO SO SO SICK I WANNA GO SO BAD (image pulled from this short (but out of date) magazine article)

i had more graphics from my university but theyre from a year ago and i no longer have access to the old files but they were SOOOO COOOOL

being a stem kid with adhd is so cool and fun 11/10 would recommend (all my friends are liberal arts majors and i talked to them in a starbucks about BPA once for over 30 minutes straight god bless them) i love sharing information thank you so much anon i can always rely on the tumblr followers to talk about cool things :)

(reason this journal is so unusually long is bc it's part of a collection of 2021-2022's "best of" but im really enjoying it so far)

BUT!

now i have to go back and do my essay. i enjoyed this break dearly :)

[effervescent-fool]

Period underwear anon (not a phrase I thought I'd ever say) - I hate them because I have a really heavy flow and have bled through too many in a relatively short period of time, and having to change your whole underwear during the day when you're in a public restroom stall is a hassle. Pads are easier to change. + also there's evidence of spanex mix fabrics having BPA in it & the underwear I have is made of that fabric so now I don't want to wear it anyway

oh yeah that makes a lot of sense! Reusable pads definitely seem like a better choice

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Black Friday Sale: Hydrate Smarter with 25% Off WaterH Smart Water Bottles

This Black Friday, elevate your hydration habits with WaterH Smart Water Bottles—now at an unbeatable 25% off! This limited-time offer makes it easier than ever to upgrade to a smarter, more efficient way to stay hydrated all day long. Whether you're gearing up for a workout, a busy day at work, or simply looking to improve your overall health, WaterH is here to keep you on track.

Why Choose WaterH Smart Water Bottles?

In today’s fast-paced world, staying hydrated isn’t always easy. WaterH’s cutting-edge smart water bottles make it simple by combining technology with sleek, functional design. Here’s why you’ll love them:

Real-time hydration tracking: With WaterH, you never have to guess how much water you've consumed. The built-in hydration tracker connects seamlessly to the WaterH app, allowing you to monitor your intake in real-time. Set personal hydration goals, receive reminders, and track your progress all day long—making it easier to stay hydrated and healthy.

Hydration reminders: Life gets busy, and it’s easy to forget to drink water. Water bottle with reminders sends you customised hydration reminders throughout the day to help you meet your daily water intake goal. This feature ensures that you’re consistently staying hydrated and supporting your body's needs.

Personalised hydration plan: No two hydration needs are the same. With WaterH, you can set a personalised hydration plan based on your activity level, weight, age, and environmental conditions. Whether you’re hitting the gym, working from home, or on the go, WaterH adjusts its hydration recommendations to suit your lifestyle.

Premium design: Designed with style and durability in mind, water reminder water bottle is made from BPA-free, eco-friendly materials. Whether you're heading to the office, the gym, or on an outdoor adventure, WaterH's sleek design makes it the perfect companion for any occasion. The lightweight, ergonomic design fits comfortably in your hand or bag, and its spill-proof cap ensures no leaks—so you can hydrate with confidence.

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Mug for Hot Coffee Lovers - Life’s too short for cold coffee

Enjoy your morning coffee in style with this ceramic mug featuring a glossy finish and vibrant colors. Life’s too short for cold coffee, so keep it warm in this microwave and dishwasher-safe mug. Available in two sizes (11oz and 15oz), this durable white ceramic mug is perfect for daily use.

Product features

Glossy ceramic construction

Vibrant colors

Microwave and dishwasher safe

Available in two sizes (11oz and 15oz)

Lead and BPA-free

Care instructions

Clean in dishwasher or wash by hand with warm water and dish soap.

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Relaxed Mood Home Goat Story Mug A special horn-shaped coffee mug holds 16 oz. (470 ml) of your favorite coffee drink Comes with a set of 2 straps, long and short part, so carrying your coffee mug around is a blast Holder can easily transform into a stand, which easily enables placing the mug onto a flat surface It's BPA free and 100% leak proof GOAT mug is creating an exquisite experience from coffee drinking

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What are BPA-Free Water Bottles, and Why Are They Important?

Introduction

In a bustling region like the UAE, where health and environmental awareness are growing, your choice of water bottle can make a big difference. At Aquaplus, we believe in providing hydration solutions that are not just practical but also safe and eco-friendly. If you’re curious about BPA-free water bottles, what they mean, and why they’re a game-changer, you’re in the right place.

Understanding BPA and Its Impact

BPA, short for Bisphenol A, is a chemical used in making certain plastics. While it helps create durable materials, it can pose health risks. Studies have shown that when plastics containing BPA are exposed to heat—common in the UAE’s climate—this chemical can leach into the water you drink. Over time, exposure to BPA has been linked to:

Hormonal imbalances.

Heart-related health issues.

Developmental problems, particularly in children.

By switching to BPA-free plastic bottles, you’re not only protecting yourself but also contributing to a healthier environment.

Top Benefits of BPA-Free Water Bottles

Healthier HydrationWith no harmful chemicals, BPA-free bottles keep your water pure, clean, and safe to drink.

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Why UAE Residents Need BPA-Free Bottles

The UAE’s unique climate and lifestyle demand hydration solutions that go beyond the ordinary:

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Bisphenol A Prices Trend | Pricing | News | Database | Chart

 Bisphenol A (BPA) is a chemical compound that plays a key role in the production of polycarbonate plastics and epoxy resins, commonly used in various consumer goods and industrial applications. The market dynamics for BPA prices have been subject to significant fluctuations due to a mix of global supply-demand imbalances, environmental regulations, raw material costs, and shifting consumer preferences. Understanding these movements requires a detailed look at the factors that influence BPA pricing and how they interact with broader market trends.

BPA's pricing structure has shown notable sensitivity to the raw material costs of its feedstocks, primarily phenol and acetone. Both of these precursors experience price volatility due to global economic conditions, availability of feedstock, and changes in crude oil prices. Since phenol and acetone are derivatives of petroleum-based products, any fluctuation in crude oil costs tends to trickle down into the BPA supply chain, affecting its price. The relationship between these raw materials and BPA prices is crucial for manufacturers and end-users to comprehend as they strategize around their sourcing and production costs.

Another critical factor in BPA pricing trends is regional demand and production capacity. Asia-Pacific, especially China, remains a major consumer and producer of BPA due to the region's strong manufacturing sector and high demand for polycarbonate plastics in automotive, electronics, and packaging industries. A spike in demand from these sectors often leads to a tightening of BPA supplies, driving prices up. However, market saturation, potential shifts in regional production capacities, and fluctuating trade policies can equally lead to pricing corrections or slowdowns. The market also faces challenges with logistical and distribution constraints, which can temporarily disrupt supply chains, causing rapid price movements.

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Environmental regulations have also played a significant role in shaping the BPA market. Concerns over BPA's potential health risks and environmental impact have prompted regulatory authorities in various regions to impose restrictions on its use, particularly in food and beverage packaging. This has led to fluctuations in demand, with some industries seeking BPA alternatives. The emergence of bisphenol S (BPS) and other substitutes has influenced the competitive landscape, placing additional pressure on BPA prices. Producers have responded with technological advancements to create BPA products that comply with health and safety standards, although these transitions can sometimes lead to higher production costs and contribute to short-term price spikes.

Trade dynamics and geopolitical tensions further complicate BPA pricing. Tariffs, sanctions, or trade disputes involving major BPA-producing or consuming countries have the potential to disrupt global supply chains. For example, if a significant producer faces restrictions, it can lead to supply shortages and subsequent price hikes. Conversely, eased trade tensions or new agreements can stimulate exports and potentially result in price stabilization or reductions. Export-import policies therefore remain crucial considerations for market participants who aim to hedge against the unpredictable nature of international politics.

The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the inherent volatility in the BPA market. During the height of the pandemic, demand plummeted across many sectors, including automotive and construction, due to lockdowns and economic uncertainties. This led to a temporary dip in BPA prices. However, as industries gradually reopened, a surge in demand coupled with lingering supply chain constraints resulted in a sharp price recovery. The post-pandemic rebound showcased the rapidity with which BPA prices can shift based on global economic conditions and highlighted the necessity for market participants to be agile in navigating these fluctuations.

Technological advancements in the production and application of BPA can also influence market pricing. Innovations aimed at improving process efficiencies or reducing waste can lead to cost savings, which may eventually translate to lower prices for end-users. However, the initial costs of adopting new technologies can sometimes be substantial, potentially leading to price increases in the short term. Companies that invest in sustainable production methods may also command a premium for their environmentally-friendly products, influencing market perceptions and pricing structures.

Consumer sentiment and trends have a subtle yet notable impact on BPA pricing as well. Increasing consumer awareness around health and environmental issues has prompted companies to adopt "BPA-free" labels in their packaging and products, particularly within the food and beverage industry. This shift has had a twofold impact: reduced demand for BPA in certain sectors, and a push for industry diversification to produce safer alternatives. Although this trend has led to some decline in BPA demand in specific markets, it has also opened up opportunities for BPA producers to adapt and innovate, thus maintaining their relevance in a changing market environment.

Forecasting BPA prices involves considering all these interconnected variables and more. While demand for polycarbonate plastics and epoxy resins remains relatively strong, uncertainty around regulations, alternative materials, and global economic conditions adds complexity to market projections. Analysts often track key indicators such as raw material costs, regional production shifts, trade policies, and downstream consumer trends to gauge potential price movements. The interplay of these factors results in a market that is at times unpredictable but remains a critical area of focus for producers, traders, and end-users alike. For stakeholders looking to navigate the BPA market, understanding these pricing dynamics is essential for maintaining competitiveness and ensuring resilient supply chains.

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