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technology29 days ago•6 min saved

A Chair That Hangs Your Half-Done Laundry: Simone Giertz's Rotating Laundry Chair

Inventor and YouTuber Simone Giertz unveils the Laundry Chair, a hardwood seat whose armrests form a rotatable rail that can hang or slide clothes behind the chair, turning seating into a clothes-hanging/storage solution. It debuts via Kickstarter at $1,100 with a 20% discount for the first 50 backers, and Giertz plans to bring the product to market regardless of campaign success through Yetch Studio, highlighting her focus on solving everyday “unglamorous” problems.

via WIRED|

#chair #kickstarter #laundry

pop-culture2 months ago•17 min saved

Melbourne Chair Mishap Goes Viral After Stray Swing Hits Friend

A Melbourne man who had been kicked out of a King Street strip club tried to swing a chair at a security guard but instead hit his nearby friend, sending him to the ground. The friend recovered with no major injuries, the incident wasn’t reported to police, and video of the moment circulated online, turning the mishap into a viral moment.

via Complex|

#chair #melbourne #pop-culture

local2 months ago•2 min saved

Friend’s misthrown chair knocks man out outside Melbourne club

Two men ejected from Bar 20 in Melbourne get into a fight; as one man tries to re-enter, his friend grabs a chair from a nearby restaurant and hurls it toward security, hitting his mate instead; the victim briefly lost consciousness but quickly recovered; no police or ambulance were called.

via 7NEWS|

#bar-20 #brawl #chair

lifestyle2 months ago•34 min saved

Mochi the Golden Retriever Turns a Chair Moment into a Viral Laugh

A viral clip shows Mochi, a Golden Retriever, seemingly stuck on a living-room chair with a puzzled, statue-like pose and a few blinking looks, prompting amused captions like “Welp.” The moment isn’t real danger—Just Mochi defying gravity—shared by @missmochithegolden and sparking a wave of lighthearted comments from viewers.

via Yahoo|

#chair #dog #golden-retriever

business8 months ago•1 min saved

Trump rules out Treasury Secretary Bessent for Fed chair

Donald Trump has ruled out Scott Bessent as a candidate for the Federal Reserve chair position.

via Financial Times|

#business #chair #donald-trump

politics2 years ago

"Trump's Influence on RNC Leadership: McDaniel's Resignation and Whatley's Recommendation"

Senator Mitt Romney praised RNC Chair Ronna McDaniel for her leadership and efforts in the Republican Party, stating that she has done an excellent job in her role. This comes as McDaniel seeks re-election as the head of the RNC, with Romney's support potentially boosting her standing within the party.

via POLITICO|

#chair #politics #republican

finance2 years ago•0 min saved

"Trump Vows to Replace Powell as Fed Chair for Political Reasons"

Former President Donald Trump has expressed his desire to replace Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, whom he criticized as being "political." Trump's comments come as Powell's term as chair is set to end in February 2022. This raises concerns about the potential impact on the independence of the Federal Reserve, which is traditionally insulated from political influence.

via Financial Times|

#chair #federal-reserve #finance

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz Takes Helm as Chair of Democratic Governors Association"

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has been chosen to lead the Democratic Governors Association, a position that will involve him campaigning nationally during a crucial presidential election year.

via Star Tribune|

#chair #democratic-governors-association #minnesota

business2 years ago•0 min saved

Atos to Appoint New Chair, Replacing Meunier

French IT services group Atos is set to replace its current chair, Thierry Breton, with Elie Girard, the company's current deputy CEO. The move comes as part of a planned leadership change, with Girard expected to take over as chair in 2022. Atos is a major player in the IT services industry, providing a range of solutions to clients worldwide.

via Financial Times|

#atos #business #chair

technology2 years ago•5 min saved

"MailOnline's Exclusive Review: Testing the Ultimate Gaming Chair with Wraparound Screen"

Tempur and Xbox have collaborated to create a one-of-a-kind gaming chair, the 'Tempur x Starfield Dream Chair', inspired by the retro 'NASA-punk' aesthetic of the role-playing game Starfield. The chair features Tempur foam, originally used by NASA to cushion the impact of lift-off, and an enormous wrap-around screen. The chair's design is packed with intricate details, and it offers a comfortable and adjustable gaming experience. While not available for sale, the chair can be experienced at the TEMPUR Westfield Stratford store in London until October 29, after which it will be raffled for charity.

via Daily Mail|

#chair #gaming #immersive-experience

health2 years ago

Health Department Blamed for Mishandling Smoking Supplies for Drug Users

The chairperson of a committee has criticized the health department for mishandling a plan to distribute smoking supplies to drug users. The chairperson blames the department for bungling the implementation of the program, which aimed to provide safer alternatives for drug users.

via KATU|

#bungling-plan #chair #drug-users

business2 years ago•0 min saved

Toyota Chair Faces Removal Vote Amid Governance Concerns

Toyota's chair, Takeshi Uchiyamada, is facing a potential removal vote at the company's annual shareholder meeting in June due to concerns over corporate governance. The move comes after a group of shareholders, including the California State Teachers' Retirement System, called for Uchiyamada's removal, citing a lack of diversity on the board and insufficient action on climate change.

via Financial Times|

#business #chair #corporate-governance

business2 years ago•0 min saved

Carl Icahn wins Illumina proxy battle, ousts chairman.

Illumina's chair has been ousted in a proxy battle with activist investor Carl Icahn, who had been pushing for changes at the gene-sequencing company. The move comes after Icahn and other investors criticized Illumina's board for its handling of CEO Francis deSouza's departure last year.

via Financial Times|

#business #carl-icahn #chair

sports3 years ago•1 min saved

Anthony Edwards cited for assault after chair-swinging incident.

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards has been cited for third-degree assault after swinging a folding chair on his way to the locker room following the team's season-ending loss against the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday. Edwards' attorney denies that he intended to hurt anyone and says he will vigorously defend against the charges. If convicted, Edwards could face up to 18 months in jail and a fine of up to $1,000.

via CBS Sports|

#anthony-edwards #assault #chair