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How to Start a Toy Store Business: A Complete Guide for Beginners

Turn playtime into profits! 🎲🧸 Learn how to start your own toy store business and bring smiles to little faces while building your dream venture. 🚀✨ #ToyStoreBusiness #Entrepreneurship

A toy store business is a place or shop in the market where people can buy toys and play materials for children. In today’s time, various types of toys are made all over the world.  By playing with toys, children acquire knowledge very quickly, the special thing is that toys can be used not only for entertainment but also for studying while playing. This is the reason, that today on many…

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7 Effective Ways to Set Up an Eco-Friendly Preschool

With the growing consciousness of environmental preservation, setting up an eco-friendly preschool is a fantastic way to merge business with sustainability. Not only will this appeal to environmentally aware parents, but it will also instil early eco-friendly habits in children. If you're interested in launching a small franchise business in India, especially if you're exploring options like a work-from-home franchise or a toy rental business like Khilonewala, focusing on sustainability can set your preschool apart. Here are some effective ways to set up an eco-friendly preschool.

1. Use Sustainable Materials

One of the first steps in creating an eco-friendly preschool is choosing sustainable materials for construction and furniture. Opt for non-toxic, recycled, or biodegradable materials. For instance, bamboo furniture, recycled wood, and energy-efficient lighting can contribute to a greener setup. Additionally, solar panels and proper insulation can reduce energy consumption, making the preschool both eco-friendly and cost-effective.

2. Incorporate Nature-Based Learning

Encouraging children to learn through nature is a core principle of eco-friendly education. Outdoor learning spaces like small gardens, compost pits, and sandboxes provide children with a hands-on way to understand the environment. Kids can plant trees, water plants, or even learn about recycling and composting firsthand. This integration of nature teaches sustainability while allowing children to explore the world outside traditional classrooms.

3. Offer Eco-Friendly Toys

An eco-friendly preschool should use toys made from natural materials such as wood, recycled plastic, or fabric. These toys are durable and safe for children, unlike their plastic counterparts. If you're running a toy rental business or considering a franchise, offering eco-friendly toys for rent is a great business model. This approach reduces waste by encouraging reuse, a key pillar of sustainability.

4. Develop a Green Curriculum

Your curriculum should reflect your eco-friendly philosophy. Through interactive lessons, teach children about the environment, recycling, and energy conservation. Activities like crafting with recycled materials, learning about animals, or simple lessons on reducing waste can make environmental awareness part of their daily routine. This curriculum can make your preschool more appealing to eco-conscious parents.

5. Promote Green Transportation

Encouraging green transportation is another effective way to enhance sustainability. You can create a carpool system for parents or promote walking or cycling to preschool. Some preschools even provide rewards for families who opt for eco-friendly transport, fostering a sense of community and contributing to a greener environment.

6. Adopt Water and Energy Conservation Techniques

Install low-flow faucets and energy-efficient appliances to reduce water and energy usage. You can also consider using rainwater collection systems for outdoor play or watering plants. These eco-friendly technologies not only help the environment but also serve as teaching tools, allowing children to see how small changes can make a big impact.

7. Encourage Waste-Free Lunches

Introduce a waste-free lunch policy by encouraging parents to pack lunches in reusable containers. Discourage single-use plastics and promote the use of stainless steel or glass containers. Additionally, offer organic, locally sourced snacks to further promote healthy, sustainable eating habits among children. This way, the children can learn about healthy food choices while reducing waste.

Focusing on sustainability can help you create an eco-friendly preschool that provides a healthy, engaging, and responsible environment for children. Whether you’re building a small franchise business in India, operating a work-from-home franchise, or launching a toy rental business, these eco-friendly approaches will help you stand out in the marketplace and make a positive impact on the planet.

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India's toy exports touch Rs 1,017 crore during April-December this fiscal

India's toy exports touch Rs 1,017 crore during April-December this fiscal

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Source - The Economic Times

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MotoGP and the KTM Situation

So...KTM's parent company, Pierer Mobility Group, is in a bit of a mess.

A $3 billion in the red kind of mess.

How did this happen? Well, the short answer is that Pierer Mobility Group and KTM expanded too fast, too quickly, and now their debt is catching up with them. As for the long story, well...

Stefan Pierer, an Austrian businessman, founded an investment company called Cross Industries (what is now Pierer Mobility Group) in 1987, and in 1992, he took over KTM Motorrad in his native Austria. In 1994, KTM launched the Duke line, which took the traditionally dirt-bike focused KTM brand into the road bike business for the first time.

Dirt bikes remained a key element of KTM's business - and racing dirt bikes in things like Motocross and the Dakar Rally is a huge part of KTM's identity - but the allure of road bikes is what we'll be focusing on for this story.

A series of adventure and supermoto bikes followed, before in 2003, KTM entered Grand Prix Motorcycle Racing for the first time. While Ducati entered into the 4-stroke 990cc top class that same year, KTM instead focused their efforts on the 2-stroke 125cc class, as well as the 250cc class from 2005 onwards.

They took their first win at the 2004 Malaysian Grand Prix when Casey Stoner won the 125cc during his only season on KTM machinery, followed by a championship challenge the very next year. Mika Kallio won at Estoril, the Sachsenring, Motegi, and Valencia, whilst teammate Gabor Talmacsi won at Mugello, Assen, and Qatar. Qatar and Valencia were 1-2 finishes for KTM, and ultimately, Kallio finished second in the 125cc standings while Talmacsi finished third. Julian Simon on a third bike would win in the wet at Donington Park and finish eighth, putting three KTMs in the top ten in 125s in 2005 - a very respectable showing in just their third season competing.

Kallio would again finish second in 125 in 2006, with three wins to his name, whilst in 250cc, Hiroshi Aoyama won at Turkey and Japan, finishing third in those standings.

Aoyama and Kallio would both compete in 250cc in 2007, with Aoyama winning at the Sachsenring and Malaysia, while Kallio won in the wet at Motegi and then again at the season finale in Valencia. Aoyama would finish sixth while Kallio was seventh.

2008 would mark a full barreled 250 effort with Aoyama and Kallio joined by returning third bike man Julian Simon. Kallio would perform well, winning at Jerez, a wet Shanghai, and at a dry Donington Park, but Aoyama and Simon would go winless. The 125cc effort had also atrophied by now, with the most notable result being some rookie called Marc Marquez taking a third place at Donington.

KTM's attention was fading by this point, and their road bike efforts turned from Grand Prix racing and towards their new RC 1190 superbike. Additionally, the X-Bow track car gave KTM an exciting new toy to play with.

Their Grand Prix efforts were winding down.

KTM only competed in the 125cc class in 2009, and with Marc Marquez only managing a single podium at Jerez, they decided not to continue for 2010.

Marc Marquez in 2010 would move to the Red Bull Ajo team riding a Derbi/Aprilia RSA-125 and would win 10 races to dominate the championship.

So yeah...it wasn't a rider problem, their bike just kinda sucked by that point.

Meanwhile, KTM continued to expand their company. In 1995, they acquired Husaberg AB, a manufacturer established to keep dirt bike production in Sweden after Husqvarna's parent company Cagiva moved their production to Varese, Italy. KTM would in 2003 move Husaberg production to Mattighofen, Austria, making the whole thing rather pointless. Next, in 2007, came ventures with Indian giant Bajaj, who began distributing KTMs in India in exchange for a 14.5% stake.

In 2011 a similar collaboration would begin with CFMoto in China, which in 2017, became a downright joint venture between them and KTM.

Then in 2013, Husqvarna - now in BMW's hands - was sold to the Pierer Mobility Group, who promptly merged it and Husaberg, so instead of being produced in Sweden or Italy, it was all now in Austria.

In 2012, KTM would reenter GP racing with the introduction of the 4-stroke 250cc Moto3 class. They'd win the championship with Sandro Cortese, while in 2013...they won everything. Maverick Vinales in first, Alex Rins in second, Luis Salom in third, and Alex Marquez in fourth were all on KTM RC250GPs.

Fifth place was Jonas Folger on a KTM-engined Kalex.

Complete and utter domination.

On the back of this, KTM planned to enter the top class for the first time. With a V4 engine, a steel trellis frame, and Red Bull sponsorship, KTM entered the RC16 in the 2016 Valencian GP ahead of a full debut in 2017.

Who rode the RC16 at Valencia? None other than Mika Kallio, the Finn returning to KTM as their test and development rider after stints with Ducati in MotoGP and Marc VDS in Moto2.

Pol Espargaro and Bradley Smith would be their full-time riders for 2017 and 2018, with Pol scoring KTM's first podium at the 2018 Valencian GP - KTM sure does have a weird affinity with Valencia, eh?

2019 would mark two big changes: first is that Johann Zarco replaced Bradley Smith, second is that KTM gained a satellite team for the first time. Yup, after competing as Monster Energy Yamaha for ten years, Tech3 became Red Bull KTM Tech3, with Hafizh Syahrin and Miguel Oliveira riding for them.

Zarco would force his way out of KTM before the year was even over, forcing Kallio to fill in for him at the final six races, but other than that...KTM's 2019 was more of a building year. They collected some points while, in the background, KTM began to move away from the steel trellis, aluminum swingarm, and old school screamer engine.

The frame became a more typical steel/aluminum hybrid, the swingarm a radical carbon fiber, and the engine conformed to the now ubiquitous big bang firing order.

The results? Rookie Brad Binder wins the 2020 Czech Grand Prix in just his third start, while on the Tech3 bike, Miguel Oliveira wins at Styria and Portimao.

KTM also took the opportunity to buy out the struggling GasGas brand in 2019, giving Pierer Mobility Group its third brand.

KTM was winning in MotoGP, it was expanding its business, but it was also already signing its own death warrant.

With the purchase of GasGas, Pierer Mobility Group now had three different brands that were predominantly in the dirt bike business. They tried to position GasGas as the entry level brand, KTM in the middle, and the Husqvarna as a premium brand, sort of trying to be the General Motors of motorcycles, there's just two problems with that:

One: Bikes are so much more niche compared to cars.

Two: even in cars the multi-brand thing doesn't work so well, with GM killing off storied brands like Oldsmobile and Pontiac in recent memory, along with more recent ventures like Saturn and Hummer failing to carve out a niche.

Nevertheless, with COVID giving a lot of people a lot of time on their hands, KTM initially had very strong sales. Lots of people were trying out their motorcycles for the first time, and with KTM giving variety between dirt bikes, road bikes, and even teasing a return to the superbike market with the RC 990, maybe things would work out.

They did not.

KTM banked on the COVID bubble.

They spent money acquiring the likes of GasGas, Husqvarna, and now a 50.1% stake in MV Agusta as well, they banked on joint ventures with Bajaj and CFMoto giving them access to the eastern markets only to develop a reputation in India for being overpriced and having bad build quality. On top of this, KTM began the scummy business practice of hiding riding software behind a paywall, most notably with their cruise control.

(For no reason at all, I'm also going to point out that Stefan Pierer has a seat on the Mercedes-Benz supervisory board.)

The end result of all this? KTM sits on 265,000 unsold bikes. Unsold bikes which only meet Euro 5 emissions standards, meaning that when the Euro 5+ standards come into effect in March, KTM will not be able to sell those bikes in Europe, where, with 11.8% market share, KTM is the largest motorcycle manufacturer.

Furthermore, KTM was not able to pay its workers their December salaries until last Friday, the 27th. November salaries remain unpaid, and Christmas bonuses have been cut entirely.

300 jobs at KTM are expected to be cut in January.

So...with all this going on, there are some big, big question marks about whether KTM will be able to continue racing in MotoGP.

They have released a statement confirming they will race in 2025 and with KTM having already sending two of their three factory rally raid riders to Dakar - the third is out with a leg injury - that seems reasonably secure.

Beyond that? It's unclear.

It's unclear how much development KTM will be doing to stay competitive as well. Initial reports suggested that KTM has already paused development, but KTM disputes this.

Now, a recent Austrian report says that KTM plans to withdraw in 2026, citing contracts and not wanting the PR disaster of early termination. What does that mean.

Well, KTM is contracted with Dorna through 2026, the end of the current regulation cycle.

Brad Binder has two years left on his contract, while Acosta, Vinales, and Bastianini are all on multiyear deals - traditional wisdom in racing says that multiyear deals typically translate to 2 years + a 1 year optional extension.

Furthermore, an engine freeze is coming into MotoGP in 2026, which will reduce development costs.

So...I believe that this means that KTM will see out their contracts, racing through 2025 and 2026 with their current set of riders. 2025 is already budgeted and we know that's secure, while seeing out the 2026 season and leaving at the end of 2026 seems to match up with these Austrian reports.

This is still a developing story, so I may well be wrong here.

It's also important to remember that this is about more than racing, it's about the people. Many, many, many people work at KTM, both on the production bike side and on the race team. These people are going through a tough time right now with this KTM bankruptcy drama, and you have to hope things turn out well for them.

I'm not much of a KTM fan - I don't oppose them either, I suppose I'm more of a neutral then - but I'd hate to lose them in MotoGP. I'd hate even more to see people lose their jobs because the ownership chased unsustainable growth.

That COVID bubble has been vicious to the business world.

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Cockroach!

Pavitr Prabhakar x f!reader

Summary: Reader is scared of roaches and accidentally finds one in the bathroom. Pavitr saves her + fluff <3 [used Google translate for Hindi words, sorry if it's wrong 😅] My boi has so less fics so i decided to do one myself '^_^ A/N: "N/n" means nickname

"Paviiiiiii beta!", Maya auntie calls from the kitchen. "Can you please get the door? I'm busy." 

"I got it, aunite!" 

Pavitr opens the door to none other than his best friend and partner-in-crime, Y/n. 

"Hey, N/n!", he pulls you into an embrace. You smile and return the sentiment, nuzzling his cheek before pulling away. 

You remove your shoes outside and step in, as is custom in India, greeted with a playful pinch to your cheek by Maya auntie herself. You giggle. She was like a mother to you and you loved her as such. 

"My beti, I haven't seen you in a week! How was your vacation?" 

"It wasn't great without you, auntie. We just got home and I came to see you right away!" 

"Suck up, suck up", mutters Pavitr in the background, gaining a playful slap to his head -courtesy of you. 

"Did you do your exams well? I didn't have a chance to ask you before you left." 

"I think I'll get an 'A', thanks to Pavitr's tutoring." 

You watch him perk up out of the corner of your eyes as your praise.

The boy in question puffs out his chest, showing off his biceps from where he's leaning on the kitchen door frame. "Have no fear, Pavitr is here!"

You cup your mouth, laughing at his antics as Maya auntie playfully shakes her head in exasperation. 

"Pavu can be like that sometimes", she chuckles, leaning into your ear in a stage whisper, "He missed you a lot, you know. Never shuts up about you. And, you know, beti, I keep asking him to already tell you but-" 

"AUNTIE!" 

You both blush as Pavitr hushes the old woman. She just winks at you. Of course, she knows. 

The awkwardness is too much and Pavitr takes your hand, leading you into his room. 

"Okay okay, enough talk, ladies. Y/n and I have some work to do -for a project!", he adds quickly when Maya auntie smirks at him. "I.. that-..auntie!" 

She just giggles and ruffles his hair before walking back to the kitchen, leaving you both standing awkwardly next to each other, flustered. 

Pavitr clears his throat. "She.. she was just kidding, I didn't-" 

"It's okay", you say shyly. 

You have feelings for him too but both of you are just too timid and would rather take it to your grave than admit it out loud. 

He falls onto his bed and crosses one leg over the other, resting his head on his elbows as you sit next to him. 

"So, what has my favourite person been upto in the meantime, leaving me all alone in this big, big city?" 

You playfully roll your eyes. Dramatic little shit. 

"You? Alone? Liar, the whole city is your friend." 

He pouts, trying to look offended, but gives in and laughs. 

You discuss about your project and he shows you some beta models of his brilliant ideas. You stare in awe at the young genius before you, playing with his "toys" as he explains them patiently. 

"Hey, can I use your bathroom for a sec?", you ask when he finishes. 

"Sure. Make yourself at home, N/n! I'll go sneak us some snacks", he winks, peeking from outside his door. 

You shake your head, smiling. It's not that Maya auntie would refuse you snacks, but Pavitr convinced you there was a thrill in food-stealing and you couldn't deny it. 

You shut the door, switch on the light and turn to the sink to wash your face when there it is -the thing that you most fear, the monster of your nightmares -a cockroach! 

You scream bloody murder and run out of the bathroom, colliding into a hard wall. You look up realising it's actually Pavitr. 

"You okay, N/n?" 

"R-roach! Roach!", you point at the bathroom door frantically. 

You stay in the corner as he goes in and stomps it dead, washing his hands before he comes to hug you. 

"Deep breaths, deep breaths.. now exhale.. that's it.." 

You cling onto him and follow his orders, grip loosing as your breathing slows down. His hand circle your waist, holding you firm and secure. You rest your head on his chest, calming down at the rhythmic beat of his heart. 

You only belatedly realize it: you're hugging him, your chests touching each other's. 

He seems to realizes it at the same time too, but instead of letting you go -like every other time- his hands tighten around your waist. 

Pavitr catches your eyes with his own mesmerizing brown eyes; yours unable to leave him, entranced by his orbs as he slowly, gently leans in. Without noticing, you lean in too. 

The gentle touch of soft lips spark fireworks in your body, your nerves tingling with the new feeling of his lips on yours. You could get used to this. 

You panick a little it registers what you're doing, but Pavitr chases your lips, pressing against them firmly and you instantly calm down. He cups your face, cradling your neck as he brings your lips closer. It's his way of reassuring that you have nothing to fear. 

"Hope I'm not interrupting anything." 

You guys jump back as if burned when the door suddenly flies open. Maya auntie is standing there with a guiless face and a bright smile. 

"I brought chai for you kids!", she says cheerfully and sets down the cups. "Did you hear that scream earlier? Where did it come from?" 

"It, uh, it was me, auntie", you say, quite embarresed, running a hand through your matted up hair. "There was a cockroach in the bathroom and I got scared." 

"Aww, poor child." 

Pavitr looks away, blush blooming on his cheeks yet not obvious due to his skin tone. He rocks on his heels, running a hand through his hair. You know he too can still feel your lips on his from the way his eyes never leave you. 

Maya auntie's eyes sparkle mischievously as she smiles and goes into the bathroom, finding the toy roach and throwing it into the trash can.

She smirks under her breath and washes her hands, sighing as she mutters in amusement. 

"Oh, the things an old lady gotta do.."

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How will Tariffs effect the Historical Costume Community?

How will Tariffs effect the Historical Costume Community?

Maybe it was divine inspiration that I chose the summer of 2025 to semi-retire, because textiles are about to increase, ya'll! - so are avocados, strawberries, and fruits and vegetables from Mexico; electronics (from China) - like your cell phones and computers, televisions. But it doesn't stop there: building supplies, car parts, clothing, toys, medical supplies, medications, and much, much more is about to increase!

Why?

Because of Trump's brilliant economic plan to implement tariffs on countries like China, Mexico, and Canada on "Day one," to quote him directly.

Yes, that was sarcasm. For those who haven't been following the dire warnings economists worldwide and in America were shouting to the rooftops, i.e., that tariffs will cause economic disaster for many companies in the USA, and you still think the cost of gas and eggs and groceries are going to decrease in the Trump administration, boy oh boy are ya'll gonna have a huge awakening come January 20, 2025.

The way tariffs work is like this: American companies, who purchase goods outside of America, "are the ones who pay the tariffs" - NOT the companies sending goods to America for American consumers to buy. American companies will be paying MORE to import goods from other companies, and that increase will be passed on to the American people. These large corporations, who have already been recording record breaking profits since 2020, will use Trump’s tariffs as an excuse to raise their prices even more! – because there are no regulations on what they can charge the public. ALSO, they will be receiving more tax cuts, while the rest of us, especially the middle class who already carry the burden of the majority of the taxes in the USA, will see an increase in our taxes. These tariffs will cost us an additional $2500 a year per household. That doesn't sound like much, but it adds up, especially for many who are already barely scraping by - myself included.

How will these tariffs impact the historical costume community specifically?

While Mexico, China and Canada are our top exports (places we buy from), the following countries are ALSO popular sources that USA consumers import textiles and clothing:

Vietnam

India

Bangladesh

Indonesia

Honduras

The majority of fine woolen textiles are exported from the UK. The cost of wool will also be affected, with costs going up from 10 to 20%. Maybe that doesn’t sound like much, but when you’re already paying $30 to $40 (and more) a yard for a good wool product an additional $3 to $6 per yard will carry a punch on my client’s budgets.

Companies like Silk Baron, who import silk fabrics in bulk from places like India, will have to increase their prices by a minimum of 20%. The price of silk is already $20 to $30 or more a yard through Silk Baron, and we can expect their prices to increase to $22 to $24, or $33 to $36 a yard.

Fabric-Store.com, used to only charge $12 a yard for linen, but beginning in 2020 they have raised their prices every year and are now charging $18 a yard. The impacts of tariffs will only increase these costs.

Trump’s tariffs on China will raise prices by 60%, and 10 to 20% to other countries who import goods to the USA. Tariffs impact consumers, NOT the companies who produce the products and ship them to American businesses.

Walmart and Lowes have already rung a warning nell that their prices are about to increase. According to an article by Reuters, a Walmart spokesperson stated, “We're concerned that significantly increased tariffs could lead to increased costs for our customers at a time when they are still feeling the remnants of inflation"…"Trump has vowed to make tariffs, which are a fraction of U.S. tax collections, central to his economic agenda. Executives have been increasingly fielding questions on the subject, with many noting ongoing efforts to continue to diversify their supply chains, particularly away from China, Trump's top target.”

Additionally, the CFO of Lowe’s, Brandon Silk, said: "Roughly 40% of our cost of goods sold are sourced outside of the U.S., and that includes both direct imports and national brands through our vendor partners"…"And as we look at the potential impacts (of tariffs), it certainly would add to product costs." These tariffs will impact the cost of appliances and building supplies, which means the cost of new construction will increase.

Grocery stores, who were already price gouging consumers since the pandemic, are beginning to raise their prices. By the way, the President of the United States (or the Vice President) does not control the prices that big corporations charge consumers, it’s greed on the part of these companies like Albertson’s, Fred Meyer, etc., who set the prices. Harris planned to institute regulations to control their greed and lower the cost of groceries, etc., but Trump’s “tariffs,’ WILL absolutely affect American consumers.

Furthermore, voters, pissed off about Biden’s handling of Hamas, voted for Trump in protest. By the way, Trump and his entire administration are 100% pro-Israel, and support the atrocities Netanyahu has perpetrated against innocent civilians who have nothing to do with the terrorists of Hamas.

Voting is the equivalent to an open book examination in college or high school. All the information needed to educate yourselves on the issues are available at your fingertips, but you have to open the damn book! Voters, angry about Israel’s genocide of the Palestinian people, chose not to educate themselves about what control or influence on world politics a Vice President actually HAS. Harris was not pro-Israel, but publicly stated she was against Palestinian and Israeli aggression.

When textile and supply prices go up, those increases affect the cost for costumers. The tariffs that will be implemented will increase costs by 60% from any goods purchased from China. For my business, this will impact such items as “freshwater pearls,” that I use on my costume embellishment. China is the world’s largest exporter of pearls, which are “grown” or farmed in that country.

Coates embroidery thread, which I use in my embroidery machines, are based in Mexico. With Trump’s tariffs the cost will go up 20%. A spool of Coates gold metallic thread is $12.99 at JoAnns. That will increase by roughly $2.60 per spool.

Faux Baleen from Germany, used in corsetry, will go up anywhere from 10 to 20%.

American Duchess, who contracts with shoemakers in China to produce their historical shoes will have to raise their prices by 60%!!  

Buttons, thread, fabric, notions, everything you can imagine used in the creation of historical costumes are imported from China. Tariffs will have a noticeable impact on the entire historical costume community, which is already an expensive hobby.

At a time when American’s are paying more for goods and groceries than other countries, not only will tariffs impact the economy, but Trump and the Republicans as outlined in Project 2025, plan to cut Social Security by no less than 20%, but they also are planning to do away with it entirely, to include social security disability, which millions of disabled and retired Americans depend on to exist.

In a word, and I don’t give a flying fig that I’m bringing politics into historical costuming, you voted for more inflation and higher cost of goods. It would behoove all ya’ll among the younger generations to use Google and research how the stock market crash of 1929 happened, and how tariffs played a significant role in exacerbating the Great Depression.

The Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act, passed in June 1930, was a key factor. This act raised tariffs on thousands of imported goods in an attempt to protect American industries and farmers, which had unintended consequences such as:

Retaliation by Other Countries: Many countries responded by imposing their own tariffs on American goods, which led to a significant decline in international trade.

Reduction in Exports and Imports: American exports and imports fell by about 67% during the Great Depression. This decline in trade worsened the economic downturn.

Global Economic Impact: The tariffs contributed to a global economic slowdown, making it harder for the U.S. and other countries to recover from the depression.

These consequences ended in joblessness, as companies closed down. Read about the how the banks went under, people lost their jobs, resulting in widespread foreclosures, and the rise in shanty towns to house millions of homeless who were once productive members among the middle class.

Is this hyperbole? No! If you do not educate yourselves, history will repeat itself. Trump’s tariffs will impact Americans on a catastrophic level, as well as impact the global economy.

So, next time, maybe study for the “open book test” rather than sourcing your information from word of mouth like, you know, Fox News.

Hang on to your butts, it’s gonna get rough for all of us.

P.S: If you voted for him, and your fee-fees are hurt by this article, don't you dare say one hateful thing in my blog or my Facebook page or you will be blocked.

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FAQ

(If you’ve been sent this post you’ve likely asked Alia a question already answered below so take a look before continuing the conversation :p)

I get asked a lot of the same questions so I’ve put together the main ones I can think of. I’m just posting it to my side blog to make it easier to find and because it’s a little long

Q 1. Where are you from?

A. England, London

Q 2. How old are you?

A. 25

Q 3. Your height?

A. 5’4

Q 4. Are you from India?

A. No, I was born and raised in the UK

Q 5. Do you like black/brown dick?

A. I like all races, this is just a kink

Q 6. Would you play with a woman to please a man?

A. I am pansexual, I would play with any gender with or without the request of a man

Q 7. Your kinks?

A. Kinks: iq reduction, bimbofication, intox play, begging, praise, slapping, choking, spit/drool, edging, manipulation, forced, corruption/coercion, belittling, conditioning, hypnosis, consensual blackmail, race play, age gap, light bondage, crying, gaslighting, toilet/pee play, cnc, breeding, orgasm control, ddlg, light pain play, face fucking, tit fucking, puke play, sexual humiliation/degradation and misogyny

Q 8. Your limits?

A. Limits: being called a pig/related words, sounding, body shaming, actual racism/stereotyping, being negatively compared to others, scat, anything illegal, kids, incest/ anything that involves or mentions my family in any capacity

Q 9. Can I fuck you?

A. I don’t have sex too often but if you’re local and I like your personality there’s a slim slim chance

Q 10. Can you send me photos?

A. You can check #me if you’re looking for porn. If I’m feeling up to it I might send something on request but please try to be engaging

Q 11. Why do you take so long to reply?

A. Sometimes I’m busy or I don’t feel like being on here. I also get a high volume of messages so sometimes yours will get moved to the bottom or if it’s something that’s not engaging enough for me I might just leave it, please don’t do spam message me

Q 12. Do you think you’re inferior?

A. No this is a kink, it’s just fun to play on. I’m very secure and know my worth

Q 13. Do you like hypnosis?

A. Yes, I prefer audio files but yes I have tried text posts, otp, audios and gifs

Q 14. Are you working towards the bimbo aesthetic?

A. No, the idea is hot but I prefer the bimbo mindset. I would maybe try lip filler just to try it but I don’t feel a need to pump myself up, I’m quite happy with my features as is

Q 15. What toys do you have?

A. I have them all here: https://www.tumblr.com/denied-indian-bimbo/766511751798931456/i-had-some-people-asking-to-see-my-toys-so-here

Q 16. Where can I find you in case you get nuked?

A. My free to follow fansly is the best way. I can send videos there, message for free and all of my content plus extra stuff is all there in one place. It’s free to follow and you can click here for the free subscription 💓 my discord is indie_6251 but I’m really not on it much

Q 17. When did you last cum?

A. 19.05.2024 and I plan to go a year without an orgasm

Q 18. Can I show you my dick?

A. Only if you think it’s pretty, If I’m not feeling it I’ll likely ignore it lol. I’d much rather receive tiddies or audios of you moaning and touching yourself to me 🥰 I also really enjoy cum tributes

Q 19. What is your darkest fantasy?

A. What I like changes a lot, you can probably get a feel for what I’m currently into by looking at my most recent posts

Q 20. What’s your body count?

A. 9 if we’re counting rape, 7 if we’re not

Q 21. How did you lose your virginity?

A. I’ll link it here ( rape mention warning)

Q 22. How do you stop your posts from getting flagged?

A. Click here!

Q 23. How do you masturbate?

A. I like to rub my cunt or use a vibe. I can only edge/cum from clit stimulation

Q 24. What languages do you speak?

A. Only English fluently

[newbusinessideas]

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Soft toys are such a toy that attract people of all ages, Whether it is children, young or teens Soft Toys are very popular among all. These toys are Usually made of cloth and acrylic fur in various shapes and colors. In addition, different types of animal shapes are very popular. Because, younger children always love Soft Toys, especially teddy bears. Also, Soft toys are very popular for gifting…

[somethingboutafic]

To you I can admit, I'm just too soft for all of it by starryhaze (28,280) Rating: Not Rated Summary: “Harry?” Louis asks when he hears the frantic crying coming through the speaker. “H, darling what's wrong?”

Concerned, Louis puts on his shoes as he keeps hearing the sobs. It’s the middle of the night and the phone call has definitely pulled Louis out of his deep slumber, but Harry is crying, and Louis has to be with him.

“It’ll be okay, baby, I'm gonna come over, okay? You just- Haz you have to send me your address, yeah? Can you do that for me?” Louis asks, trying to remain as poised as possible as he presses his phone between his ear and shoulder so he can grab his jacket.

“No.” Harry cries out. “It's all wrong, Lou- It’s-” Another sob. “I hate it, Lou, I hate it so, so much, make it stop.”

the nesting shop au

leave it to the breeze by hattalove (81,459) Rating: Explicit Summary: a great british bake off au in which louis cares about winning and winning only, harry is made of sunshine and rainbow sprinkles, and niall sticks his nose into other people's business. also featuring liam as louis's best friend-slash-concerned mother, and zayn as a macaron connoisseur.

Hiding Green Smiles by HoldingOnToChaos (45,227) Rating: Explicit Summary: When Louis goes with Liam to a hidden sex shop, he discovers a new sex toy, the BiteMat, and he can't believe his luck. He loves being bitten, has a biting kink, even, and now he can be bitten over his bonding spot without the fear of anything permanent.

He hastily buys it to try with Harry, his friend and roommate, and his regular heat/rut partner for the last eighteen months. They've been friends-with-benefits outside heat or rut for eight months now, and Louis' been desperately in love with Harry for at least five of those months.

Or the BiteMat fic

sunshine, baby! by staybeautiful (106,528) Rating: Explicit Summary: Louis is in his first year of law school, Harry is a junior on the swim team dreaming of the Olympics, and they both agree that they don't have time for anything more than friends with benefits... right?

From This Moment On by therogueskimo (52,124) Rating: Not Rated Summary: Louis Tomlinson needs a tour photographer, and he thinks he's found the one in the mysterious H on Instagram.

Harry Styles swore he'd never do tour photography again - that is, until he did

no pressure, no diamonds ‘verse by karamelised (5 works; 71,463) Rating: ExplicitSummary: Louis is a thief, Harry a grifter.

I Figured It Out by therogueskimo (9,133) Ziam Rating: Not RatedSummary: The one where Liam and Zayn have their first kiss.

Just Breathe With Me by She_bear (90,410) Rating: ExplicitSummary: Louis and Harry meet at a yoga retreat in India, both struggling to reconcile ghosts of the past and uncertain about the future. Brought together by an irrepressible emotional and physical connection, they embark on a journey of self-discovery which will change their paths forever.

Maybe It's Heaven by therogueskimo (81,713) Rating: MatureSummary: When Harry Styles finds himself forced to go home for Christmas, the last thing he expects is to fall in love.

But then he meets Louis Tomlinson … again.

[oldschoolvpq]

In 1998, when I was 10, my dad went on a business trip around the world - China, Hong Kong, India, etc.

As a souvenir he brought me back the Hong Kong exclusive Tamagotchi, the coolest one I'd ever seen with its beautiful golden box and bright red shell.

Now in 2023, at 35, I am on my first business trip to Hong Kong, so of course I brought it with me...to the same store where my dad bought it all those years ago, the Harbour City Toys R Us in Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon.

Crazy that the store's still there. Crazy that it still works. Life is unpredictable but sometimes you get to tie a neat little bow on things!

[sangitamtravels]

10 Magical Destinations In Maharashtra To Celebrate Christmas And New Year

As the holiday season draws close, most people start looking for that little place to relax, be merry, and recharge. Whether you are a Maharashtrian or tourist planning to explore this full-fledged state to get a quick getaway from all the hustle-bustle of your professional and personal lives, be it its rich cultural heritage, serene beaches, or enchanting hill stations–Maharashtra has something for everyone.

If you are wondering what this Christmas and New Year destinations offer the most away from the busy sceneries of life in daily routine, read this ultimate guide towards the top 10 destinations in Maharashtra worth checking out. Let’s dive right into the list for the adventurer and peace-seeker alike.

Lonavala and Khandala – Hill Stations of Tranquility

Just a couple of hours from Pune and Mumbai, the twin hill stations offer a retreat amid greenery, waterfalls, and misty hills. With cozy resorts, festive feasts, and Christmas events, Lonavala and Khandala prove to be the perfect short-trip holiday destinations you can ever have. And never forget to take away sweet treats like Lonavala chikki.

Mahabaleshwar and Panchgani – The Perfect Twin Getaway

Mahabaleshwar and Panchgani, together offer the perfect combination of an isolated, quiet nature retreat and a hill station with history and local immersion. Mahabaleshwar, which has been appropriately called Maharashtra's Winter wonderland, wins visitors over its panoramic views, strawberry farm, cool climate, and colonial-styled architecture. A visit to the famous Mapro Garden, well-known for its delightful fruit-based treats which will add a unique flavor to the experience, and don’t miss out on the Shankara Temple, an architectural and spiritual gem. Meanwhile, Panchgani takes your breath away with serene tablelands, pretty valleys, and boutique stays to rejuvenate and be silent. Whether trekking to iconic viewpoints or strolling through scenic trails, these twin destinations promise to be the holiday experience of a lifetime

Alibaug – Beach Bliss Close To The City

Sun, sand, and sea: the holiday escape would be Alibaug, as near as possible to the city. It is just south of Mumbai. Go beach hopping, water activities, and quaint beach bungalows in this coastal town. Prepare for that Christmas dinner under the stars or into the New Year with a view of the entire Arabian Sea.

Chiplun and Ratnagiri – Coastal Charms of the Konkan Belt

Nestled along the Konkan coast, Chiplun and Ratnagiri offer a serene escape with their breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage. Chiplun is perfect for those in search of some calm and panoramic beauty as its landscape goes with lush greenery along with a serene Vashishti River, while Ratnagiri abounds with delights such as beaches like Ganpatipule to historical marvels such as Ratnadurga Fort. All of these destinations together create a peaceful blend of relaxation, exploration, and a taste of authentic Konkani cuisine, which would be ideal for your holiday getaway.

Matheran – A No-Vehicle Hill Station

One of the few eco-friendly tourist destinations in India, Matheran, a hill station near Mumbai, boasts an expanse of pollution-free air and pristine beauty. Walk along shaded forest trails, soak in the charm of colonial life, and enjoy a ride on the toy train. This will be the best place for an easygoing holiday with the family.

Tarkarli – A Beach Lover’s Paradise

Tarkarli is the perfect destination for beach lovers who want adventure with tranquility. It is well-known for its crystal-clear waters and vibrant marine life. It is a hub for snorkeling and scuba diving, providing an unparalleled underwater experience. If you are interested in sunbathing on its pristine beaches or indulging in the delectable flavors of Malvani seafood, Tarkarli promises to be a fulfilling holiday. Other than these, it offers Sindhudurg Fort built by Maratha rulers in the 17th century, and on the south, palm-lined backwaters are to be seen with dolphins here in the Karli River.

Ajanta and Ellora Caves – A UNESCO World Heritage Experience

If you are looking for a mix of history and spirituality in your travel itinerary, then a visit to the Ajanta and Ellora caves located in Aurangabad should really be on your list of places to go. Known as the "City of Gates," Aurangabad also features the breathtaking Bibi Ka Maqbara, often referred to as the 'Taj of the Deccan.' The city also houses the highly revered Grishneshwar Temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, and is a must-visit for those seeking spiritual experiences. The ancient rock-cut caves are exquisitely carved to provide a serene yet breathtaking experience, thus making your holiday a journey through India's finest architectural and spiritual treasures.

Bhandardara – A Quiet Lakeside Retreat

At the heart of the Sahyadri hills is Bhandardara, a most peaceful place for nature lovers. Spend Christmas beside the peaceful Arthur Lake or plan for camping under a starry sky. Never miss the cascading wonder called Randha Falls and the bewitchment of trekking up Mount Kalsubai, the highest peak in Maharashtra. Also, don’t miss out on trekking and exploring the 200-year-old Ratangad Fort.

Chikhaldara – The Coffee Lover’s Hill Station

Chikhaldara, a hill station in Amravati district does not need an introduction for being the paradise of coffee lovers and is also known for its dense forests and home to various exotic wildlife species. Thus, this hill station contains a contrast of nature and wildlife. Wildlife lovers can either see the Melghat Tiger Reserve or take a scenic nature hike to sight the most amazing viewpoints. It is ideal for the unknown, the offbeat Christmas and New Year getaway.

Nashik and Shirdi – A Blend of Spirituality and Leisure

Located side-by-side, Nashik and Shirdi are perfect representations of soulful experiences and languid indulgence. As Nashik is famous for its wine culture and spiritual background, it welcomes you to engage in wine-tasting tours at the famous Sula Vineyards or to walk through the sacred precincts of Trimbakeshwar Temple for a sojourn of peace. Meanwhile, the peaceful abode of Shirdi, the sacred dwelling of Sai Baba, has the power to attract people from all over the world, bringing peace and devotion. So, these destinations make a very well-rounded holiday, with joy meeting tranquility.

Don’t Forget Goa – The Timeless Party Hub!

While it’s not in Maharashtra, Goa deserves a special mention. An average drive transforms from Here to That tropical paradise, still known for all its beautiful destinations for Christmas and New Year revelry. Beach parties, culture parties, or peaceful retreat days in Goa promise an extraordinary vacation experience. 

Pack Your Bags For An Unforgettable Holiday! 

The best and common thing about these destinations is that they are well-connected by road transport with just a few hours of travel from the main cities of Maharashtra like Pune and Mumbai. We also have our services available in some of these destinations. You can check out our website for route checking. So, what have you planned for this year-end now? 

This list offers something for everyone–from historical landmarks and wildlife reserves to beaches and hill stations. There are many more destinations on our list and would love to cover them in the next top 10 destinations for you. Stay tuned!

Happy holidays and safe traveling in the new world!

[gothicprep]

analysts spend a lot of time thinking about disney and what it & bob iger are up to, given that the company has its fingers in so many pies. there's the theatrical business, which just had a soft summer after indiana jones, the little mermaid, and elemental all underperformed. there's the streaming business, which is stagnating in the us and shedding users in low-revenue markets like india, so it's hard to say how that's going. there's the theme parks and the cruises, which are making more money but attracting less visitors, which is troubling for them (as well as the disney adult types who have loved the parks for decades and are eating the expense). then there's linear tv – sports and gambling deals specifically – which is a weird asset. everyone agrees that it's in near-terminal decline, but everyone also agrees that it generates tons of cash and you can't really offload it without upsetting up your balance sheets.

all of this gets to a broader problem underlying the disney products right now, and it's a problem that's shared with a lot of the industry right now. let's be blunt – there's a real problem on the creative side. the two biggest properties disney owns are star wars and marvel, which are both in a very clear rut. interest is declining and audiences are tuning out. the live action remakes are doing okay, but where does the next generation of remakes come from when they aren't making new animated classics? this is where the company has a real problem. it's lack of originality. encanto was probably the only thing to really move the needle for them since frozen came out a decade ago. one original hit every ten years is not a sustainable model.

pete docter has taken over at pixar and the movies they're currently making sort of reflect his cerebral, abstract interests. this doesn't necessarily make for bad movies, but not ones that are positioned to be total, world-conquering hits in the same way toy story or the incredibles were. kathleen kennedy's tenure at lucasfilm clearly has not worked, at least on the feature film side. the mandalorian has been a hit, but they're really overdone it with the "you have to watch this show to see this important thing happen". we watched andor and we liked it a lot, but i'm about as hardcore a star wars fan as you can get, and i haven't touched the book of boba fett and i probably won't with ahsoka either. i think kevin feige's reign at marvel was considered to be a guarantee of quality for a while, but the homogeneity has really hurt them there, especially with the decline of the visual effects.

i think it's hard to look at the disney creative and say that there's any part of it that's working great and that's kind of depressing! most of us were kids of the disney golden age, to an extent. we were kid moviegoers at the time when pixar kept knocking it out of the park! so to be alive at a time where disney just seems to be befuddled by making mass entertainment is very strange.

[farfallasims]

I know everybody say who their favorite member of WoW member is .. but who’s your like personality maybe style wise or whatever you may like about them?

I just have to give you your flowers because you really ate this series up 🤭💐💐💐💐💐

You're literally the sweetest soul, thank you so much. This series really is my pride and joy and to know you love it makes my day.

I'll give my favorite thing about each of the girls because honestly, I love them all. They're my babies.

Celine | Loyalty ༄ She truly is a loyal sim because once she meets people she can really trust and get on with, she is a ride or die for them. She's even show it in game for me while being out with Simone. One of Simone's boy toys was being a jerk to her, and Celine immediately came to her defense. Like I said, ride or die.

Gigi | Confidence ༄ Gigi is by far the most confident sim I've ever made. She is extremely tenacious but also very carefree. She is who she is, and she doesn't care what anyone has to say. She made the life she has for herself with no help and is a successful woman. She will wear and show it with pride.

India | Love ༄ India is a hopeless romantic even though she has quite serious job and lifestyle. She is fully enamored with her fiancé, Hendrix, and he is vice versa. She wears her heart on her sleeve and never takes a moment for granted. They're partners for life and she can't wait to experience the rest of life with him.

Simone | Childish ༄ Although some people might find this annoying or unattractive, it's quite sweet and innocent her childish demeanor. She had to grow up quite fast once her SimsTube career took off, so she was thrown into the business world quite early. She lost her years in college to work so now she gets to be silly and stupid and be a kid again.

[noneedtoamputate]

Hi Jess, thank you so much for opening up book rec and congrats on 100 followers :D I'm looking for books that can be comp to a novel I'm writing (so similar things are my target). Can you find sth that is a spy thriller that leans more toward James Bonds-y, Kingsman-y sorta spy flick where there are colorful villains and world-ending scheme? (rather than realistic intelligence business). If they have a strong element of romance, that would be super swell as well. I would love to read about 3 of these, if you can find them, and hopefully they are recent releases, or as new as possible.

Again, thank you so much :)

I am so sorry I took so long to reply. Real life got in the way, but I'm happy to share some titles I found that might fit the bill for you.

I avoided suggesting most books in series, and it seems like all spy novels are in series!

The Secret Service of Tea and Treason by India Holton (April 2023) is the third book in her Dangerous Damsels series. Alice (aka Agent A) is in charge of thwarting an assisnation attempt on Queen Victoria, but must partner with her rival, Agent B. This book got all the stars in the major library review journals, and it doesn't look like you need to read the first two books in the series to read this one. Definitely historical, and the romance element is strong.

Stars and Smoke by Marie Lu (March 2023) paris up Winter Young, a 19-year-old male pop star, with Sydney Walker, a 19-year-old operative, who must take down a crime boss together. The crime boss' daughter is a hige Winter Young fan. There's romance, villains, and takes place in modern day.

Hawke by Ted Bell (June 2003) is an homage to James Bond. As a child, he watches pirates murder his parents. Thirty years later, he is charged with saving the United States from being bombed by the Russians in the Cold War. He's a playboy, has toys, and there are over-the-top villians that we expect in a Bond book or film.

Alias Emma by Ava Glass (August 2022) - Secret agent Emma Makepeace has 12 hours to bring the son of Russian dissidents into custody without being detected in London, one of the world's most surveilled cities. Definitely action based.

Finally, The Moneypenny Diaries by Kate Westbrook (January 2005) is written in Miss Moneypenny's point of view. The description sounds cheesy but fun, and it will give you the James Bond fix you might be looking for.

Let me know if you end up reading any of these titles and how they worked out for you!