Gifts that won't wind up in the regifting pile

Whether you're buying for your dad, significant other, or the cousin you drew in your family's annual gift exchange, we've rounded up some foolproof recs for every interest and style.

November 30, 2022 Read in Browser Practical Gifts That People Will Actually Use When you're watching someone unwrap your gift, there's no better feeling than knowing that it will actually be used. And with any of the items below, that's what you can expect. Get 'em something practical and check out… CASE-MATE | AIRPODS PRO CASE A trusty AirPods Pro case with a pop of color… Give them the gift of never misplacing their precious earbuds again. They'll be thankful. Shop now     FIDELITY | FIDELITY STARTER PACK℠ A useful gift to give yourself…. Get your investing on with this starter pack. You'll get $150 when you open an eligible account and deposit $50.*† Shop now               BOMBAS | SNOWFLAKE ANKLE SOCK 4-PACK Festive ankle socks that'll last season after season… They're colorful, breathable, machine-washable, aaaand 100% show off-able.* Shop now           MOMKINDNESS | EVERYDAY CARRYALL A super-practical bag made from waxed canvas and vegan leather… This one has it all: shoulder and backpack straps, a laptop pocket, a luggage sleeve, and more. Shop now     STOJO | CUP 4-PACK A set of nifty silicone reusable cups… These collapsible cups are leakproof, easy to clean, and can hold a 16-ounce drink. Shop now     TUSHY | CLASSIC 3.0 An ultra-popular, discreet toilet attachment… Say hello to a small bidet that can be installed in under 10 minutes and fits most toilets. Shop now         OUR PLACE | PERFECT POT A pot that'll become the centerpiece of their kitchen… It's got a roasting rack/steamer, pour spout, and a spot to rest an included beechwood spoon. Shop now         AMAZON | UNDATED PLANNER A planner they can use next year — or the year after… Thanks to its "undated" layout. Plus it has quirky prompts and lots of fun trivia sections. Shop now     Want more? For even more practical gifts, click here. To shop all of our holiday gift guides, check out The Shoppes at Skimm Ave.  PS: If you buy anything from this email, theSkimm may get something in return. Oh, and if something's out of stock, oops, it was there when we sent this. Thanks.   *This denotes a sponsored post.    †PPS: This is a paid advertisement from Fidelity Brokerage Services, LLC. Terms apply.   Issues? help@theSkimm.com Copyright (c) 2022 theSkimm, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: theSkimm Inc. 50 West 23rd Street, Suite 5B New York, NY, 10010, United States See our full sponsor agreement Unsubscribe

How 'Queen Sugar' has affected New Orleans

New Orleans has a "Queen Sugar" day and Ava DuVernay got the key to the city, underscoring how important the show was to the community.  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  Entertainment November 30, 2022 New Orleans' film industry was a 'secret club.' 'Queen Sugar' blew its doors wide open As Ava DuVernay's series comes to a close, below-the-line crew members reflect on the life-changing experience — one they hope isn't a "unicorn." SHARE       READ MORE ADVERTISEMENT Amazon Studios boss Jennifer Salke will now also run MGM Studios Jennifer Salke, who has led Amazon Studios since 2018, has now expanded her role nearly nine months after Amazon's acquisition of MGM. SHARE       READ MORE Should Netflix's 'Glass Onion' stay in theaters longer? Some industry analysts are scratching their heads over what they say was a missed opportunity for Netflix to capture more box office dollars had it gone with a wider theatrical run. SHARE       READ MORE ADVERTISEMENT How secret, backyard shows keep L.A.'s underground comedy scene standing strong Little Secret, Sellout Comedy and the Green Room continue the tradition of L.A. shows free from the constraints of traditional comedy clubs. SHARE       READ MORE After this year's Oscars controversy, film academy will present all 23 categories live After a fierce backlash from its own members, the film academy will once again present all 23 categories live at the Oscars next year. SHARE       READ MORE Stephen Colbert's cartoon news show can be as scary as the real thing Comedy Central continues the tradition of "The Colbert Report" and "The Daily Show" with "Tooning Out the News," a weekly series lampooning cable news. SHARE       READ MORE L.A.'s Hammer Museum expansion, two decades in the making, sets date for the final reveal The UCLA Hammer Museum's final phase of revamping, including a new entry and new galleries, will be ready to premiere March 26. SHARE       READ MORE ADVERTISEMENT Thank you for reading the Los Angeles Times Entertainment newsletter. Invite your friends, relatives, coworkers to sign up here. Not a subscriber? Get unlimited digital access to latimes.com. Subscribe here. Copyright © 2022, Los Angeles Times 2300 E. Imperial Highway, El Segundo, California, 90245 1-800-LA-TIMES | latimes.com *Advertisers have no control over editorial decisions or content. If you're interested in placing an ad or classified, get in touch here. We'd love your feedback on this newsletter. Please send your thoughts and suggestions here. You received this email because you signed up for newsletters from The Los Angeles Times. Manage marketing email preferences · Unsubscribe from this newsletter · Terms of service · Privacy policy · Do Not Sell My Personal Information · CA Notice of Collection FOLLOW US