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Missouri preliminary deer hunting numbers lower than last year

Deer hunters in Missouri had an above-average year.

The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) announced the preliminary results for the recent 2021-2022 deer hunting season. While the year was slightly lower than last, it was still higher than the five-year average.

The Missouri Department of Conservation released the preliminary numbers for the most recent deer hunt. (iStock)

According to a news release from MDC, a total of 293,670 deer were harvested during the most recent season. This is slightly lower than the 297,214 deer harvest in the 2020-2021 season.

MDC Cervid Program Supervisor Jason Isabelle said, “This year’s harvest total was slightly behind last year’s mark and about 3% above the previous five-year average. We’ve seen an increasing trend in statewide deer harvest for about the past eight years.”

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This year’s deer hunt in Missouri was slightly lower than last year’s total. (iStock)

He continued, “The deer population has continued to increase across much of southern Missouri at the same time that we’ve seen a population recovery in most of the counties impacted by the severe hemorrhagic disease outbreak that occurred in 2012.”

Missouri isn’t the only state that saw a dip in its hunting numbers this year.

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The number of deer harvested this past season,  293,670, is still higher than the five-year-average. (iStock)

As Fox News previously reported, the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department revealed the preliminary results for the 2021 hunting seasons when nearly 15,600 deer were harvested.

This year’s harvest numbers are lower than last year’s in Vermont. While the buck harvest of 9,000 appears to be slightly lower, it is still higher than the 10-year average.

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The antler-less deer harvest, however, seems to have dropped from 9,735 in 2020 to about 6,000 in 2021.

Young Tom Brady fan, cancer survivor thanks QB for gifting Super Bowl tickets: ‘He’s been my hero’

Ten-year-old Noah Reeb thanked Tom Brady for helping him beat his battle with brain cancer on “Fox & Friends” Wednesday after the all-star quarterback presented him with several surprises of a lifetime.

Reeb explained how Brady first sent a video of encouragement shortly after his diagnosis, which he credited for helping him keep a positive attitude throughout his fight.

“He’s helped me in a lot of ways,” he said. “He’s kind of been my hero all along through this whole cancer thing.”

(Brain cancer survivor Noah Reeb. Credit: James Reeb)

After Noah beat cancer, his father, James Reeb, treated him to a Buccaneers-Bears game in October 2021, where he held up a sign reading, “Tom Brady helped me beat brain cancer.” The QB noticed and passed the young survivor his hat.

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But Brady had another surprise for Noah and the Reeb family, sending a video revealing that they’d be attending the 2022 Super Bowl in Los Angeles.

“You’ve inspired so many people, including myself,” Brady said. “I worked with both the Bucs and the NFL to get your and your family Super Bowl tickets this year… We certainly hope to be there, but I know you’re going to be there. It’s going to be really cool for all of us.”

Noah’s father was the first to spark his interest in football and the Brady legacy, sharing highlight reels with his son during treatment. James Reeb expressed his gratitude for Brady’s outreach and mentioned how “unexpected” each surprise has been.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady leaves the field of an NFL divisional round playoff football game against the New Orleans Saints in New Orleans, Jan. 17, 2021. (AP Photo/Brett Duke, File)

“All we’ve been doing is kind of taking all of this cancer and this challenge one step at a time and using our faith and trusting that good things will happen,” he said. 

“And as Noah says, lots of times good comes out of bad. So it’s meant the world to us.”

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Florida bald eagle hatchlings nearly here: Magical moments await bird lovers

Will you be watching a magical sight unfold in the natural world this week, thanks to an amazing selection of live webcams?

A pair of brand-new bald eagle chicks in Northeast Florida will soon make their debut — and bird lovers and many others can observe the blessed event in real time via livestreams provided by the American Eagle Foundation (AEF). 

“Hatch watch begins Friday [Jan. 21, 2022], but our volunteers will be watching closely these next few days just in case anything happens sooner,” the foundation’s community coordinator, Crystal Slusher, told Fox News Digital this week.

“This is always a special time of the nesting season for us and our viewing community,” she added.

One of the adult eagles tends the nest, as seen in this live-cam shot from the American Eagle Foundation taken on Dec. 20, 2021.  (American Eagle Foundation)

In the past 30 days, the Northeast Florida Bald Eagle Nest Cam has had more than 2 million views of its birds. 

As hatch watch gets fully underway, daily viewership is likely to soar.

The nest, affectionately called “The Hamlet,” is anchored high in the branches of a slash pine at an undisclosed location in Northeast Florida. 

Thanks to high-definition cameras mounted on the tree, viewers can enjoy the hatching process from multiple angles 24/7.

An eagle cam has allowed devoted bird watchers to get this up-close glimpse (and many, many more) of one of the stunning eagle parents on and around the pair’s nest in Northeast Florida. (American Eagle Foundation)

Samson, the male eagle and dad, was himself hatched in this very same nest in 2013. He and Gabrielle, the female, became a bonded pair in 2019, according to AEF’s website. 

This is the couple’s third nesting season; they’ve had three successful hatches in the past.

Gabrielle laid her two-egg clutch on two separate days, on December 17 and December 20, 2021. For now, the unhatched eaglets are called NE26 and NE27. 

The numbers 26 and 27 represent the total number of eggs laid in this nest. 

Samson and Gabrielle have been tending their third nest together since before Christmas. Viewers of the American Eagle Foundation’s live webcams have been watching the nest with — yes — eagle eyes!  (American Eagle Foundation)

And yes — NE26 and NE27 will receive new names after they hatch. 

“[Samson] chose a great mate in Gabrielle. Over the three years they’ve resided at [this] nest, their bond has strengthened considerably,” Gretchen Butler, who visits the nest almost daily at dusk, told Fox News Digital. 

Butler has monitored the Northeast Florida eagles’ nest for 15 years for Audubon’s EagleWatch Program and partnered with AEF in 2013 on the installation of the cameras viewers now enjoy. 

(You can watch the live bald eagle cam right here, below.)

“I love these eagles like family,” Butler also told Fox News Digital. “Many do.”

Since eggs take about 35 days to hatch, the first “pip” — a small hole in the egg that the eaglet creates from inside — should occur Friday. It can take 24-48 hours, sometimes longer, however, for an eaglet to fully emerge from its shell after the first pip.

The American Eagle Foundation established a corporate partnership with singer-songwriter star Dolly Parton’s Dollywood Company in 1990. 

Together, they developed the United States Eagle Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. 

Parton, a benefactor to this day, turns 76 on Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2022.

Slasher, with the American Eagle Foundation, emphasized that assisting colleagues in furthering an inspiring mission is both a joy and a passion. 

“Working for AEF is like a dream come true,” she said.

Another view of one of the magnificent eagle parents sitting on the nest in Northeast Florida. This image was snapped on Jan. 17, 2022, via the webcam. Bird lovers are eagerly awaiting the appearance of the hatchlings — the first “pip” is expected Friday. (American Eagle Foundation )

The American Eagle Foundation runs a chat feature alongside its live webcams, and on Tuesday night, Jan. 18, 2022, one of the administrators wrote, “Thank you all for being here tonight. The excitement builds … Keep your eyes on the nest, and keep yourselves healthy and safe. Thank you so much to all our team members tonight.”

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Wisely, the organization also cautions on its website that “anything can happen” in a wild eagle nest. 

“While we hope that all eaglets hatched in this nest will grow up healthy and successfully fledge each season, things like sibling rivalry, predators, natural disaster as well as territorial disputes can affect this eagle family and may be difficult to watch.”

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You can join others on the hatch watch via the YouTube live link up above in this article. 

The bald eagle has been the national bird of the United States since 1782.

Rivian may take on GM, Ram and Ford pickups with new tailgate tech

Test drive: 2022 Rivian R1T

The 2022 Rivian R1T is the first all-electric pickup and filled with tons of technology and clever features. Fox News Autos Editor Gary Gastelu went to Breckenridge, Colo., to test it on and off road.

Rivian may be stepping up its pickup game.

Rivian’s patent incorporates a step into the tailgate. (Rivian)

The electric truck startup has filed a patent for a new pickup tailgate that could help it compete with multi-functional designs from GM, Ram and Ford.

Rivian is exploring several hinge designs. (Rivian)

The patent, first reported on by CarBuzz, depicts several methods for installing a step in the center of the tailgate that drops down when it is locked in the horizontal position.

The GMC Multi-Pro tailgate can be set to six positions, including one that creates a step. (GMC)

GM’s Multi-Pro and Multi-Flex tailgates incorporate a hinged section that can be used as a step, while Ford offers one that pops out of the leading edge of the tailgate.

Ford’s Tailgate Step pops out of the leading edge of the tailgate. (Ford)

The Rivian R1T’s tailgate is already unique, as it is mounted on gooseneck hinges that extends the length of the bed floor when it’s open as a cover closes the gap.

The Rivian R1T has a storage compartment under the floor of its bed. (Rivian)

A previously filed patent for a “Swing and Drop” tailgate would let the tailgate hang down to offer closer access to the bed, which has an underfloor trunk where the spare tire is stored.

Ram’s Multifunction Tailgate can open in a variety of ways. (Ram)

Ram has addressed the access issue with its split Multifunctional Tailgate, which can be opened to the side like a door, and Ford has been working on a similar setup.

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Rivian’s Gear Tunnel has doors that double as steps. (Rivian)

Rivian hasn’t confirmed that the tailgate step will be put into production, but the R1T already has two on the sides. They double as door for its unique Gear Tunnel storage compartment, which runs across the middle of the pickup between the cabin and bed.

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BMW is killing the V12 engine this summer

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The 2021 BMW M4 comes with a manual transmission, unlike many of its competitors to make it more fun to drive, even though it doesn’t make it faster, says Fox News Autos Editor Gary Gastelu.

BMW‘s V12 is going out with a bang. Well, a dozen bangs.

The standard M760i xDrive starts at $158,795. (BMW)

The German automaker has announced that it will build the last of its 12-cylinder engines this June as it begins its transition toward electrification.

V12 engines have long been a mainstay of the high-end luxury segment thanks to their combination of power and smoothness, qualities that also apply to an electric drivetrain, which adds efficiency to the mix.

The M760i xDrive’s V12 is rated at 601 hp. (BMW)

BMW will mark the occasion in the U.S. by offering a limited run of a dozen M760i xDrive Final V12 sedans equipped with a 601 hp 6.6-liter V12. The $200,995 cars will come fully loaded and will be available in any color combination BMW offers, but only if you’re on the list.

BMW said its dealers will be reaching out to customers with long histories of V12-powered 7-Series ownership to offer reservations for the special model.

V12-powered BMW’s wear special logos and the Final V12 cars will have unique badging. (BMW)

BMW-owned Rolls-Royce will continue to offer V12s for the time being, but has announced plans to go fully-electric by 2030.

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Mercedes-Benz, Aston Martin, Ferrari and Lamborghini are the only other major brands that currently offer V12s, while VW-owned Bentley uses a unique W12 engine configuration in its top models.

History of popcorn: Fun facts about the movie theater snack

Wednesday is National Popcorn Day, and what better way to celebrate than by learning about the history of the delicious snack? 

According to The Popcorn Board, the oldest-known ears of corn that were popped are from about 4,000 years ago and were discovered in current-day New Mexico in 1948 and 1950.  

Meanwhile, History.com reported in 2018 that there were traces of popcorn in 1,000-year-old Peruvian tombs. 

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Popcorn was also significant to the Aztec people for eating, ceremonies and decorations, according to The Popcorn Board. 

Wednesday is National Popcorn Day.  (iStock)

The snack became a common food in American households by the mid-1800s, according to History.com. Popcorn was popular for late-night snacks by the fire and at picnics, the website reported. 

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In the 1890s, Charles Cretors created the first popcorn-popping machine, and by 1900, he created a horse-drawn popcorn wagon, which led to mass consumption of the snack, History.com reported.

Popcorn didn’t hit movie theaters until the Great Depression, according to Smithsonian Magazine. In fact, the movie theaters that started selling popcorn were able to survive the Great Depression, while other movie theaters had to close because of poor sales.

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The first microwave popcorn bag was patented by General Mills in 1981, according to History.com.

Today, Americans consume 15 billion quarts of popcorn per year, according to The Popcorn Board. 

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Dolly Parton’s 76th birthday: Here’s her timeless beauty routine

Dolly Parton is turning 76 on Wednesday, Jan. 19. To celebrate the country music icon’s birthday, Fox News Digital is revisiting her beauty routine. 

Parton knows how to pamper herself without spending a fortune, and you can too. In fact, you can replicate parts of her beauty regimen for less than $20. Here’s how you can keep your look fresh and fun like Parton.

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Parton previously spoke about her routine while she promoted her new fragrance line Scent from Above last year. The “Jolene” singer told Refinery29 she likes to use “old-timey” products “that are not all that expensive,” including Pond’s Cold Cream Cleanser, Vaseline, Max Factor, Olay and Maybelline – all of which were released in the 19th or 20th century and can be purchased at drug stores and budget-friendly retailers.

Dolly Parton is a country music icon who knows how to pamper herself without spending a fortune, and you can too. (Netflix)

“I’ve got shelves and drawers full of every new makeup going on, even the expensive ones,” she told the beauty publication. “But I still tend to go back to old faithfuls.”

Parton’s not the only one turning to classic brands as a way to stay fresh and vibrant. Armies of women are flocking toward Clinique’s 50-year-old “almost lipstick” Black Honey after TikTok users raved about it being a universal shade.

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Parton, on the other hand, prefers bolder pink colors. From the OPI Strawberry Margarita nail polish she wore to her Refinery29 interview to the berry-colored shades she said she used to derive from poisonous pokeberry plants in her youth, which she reportedly used as a lip stain and nail tint. 

The self-described “mountain girl” and queen of country music also claimed she would enhance her look with household items, like using flour as powder, matchsticks for eyeliner and honeysuckle as perfume, Parton once told the Hallmark Channel’s “Home & Family” in 2015.

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Parton has long moved on from those days and has figured out her signature look with larger-than-life blonde wigs, a full face of makeup and glitzy wardrobe.

In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Parton said she would rather have people say she’s “overdone” rather than “she looks like hell.”

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Parton prefers to do her face cleansing and skin prepping in the morning, according to Refinery 29. 

The “Jolene” singer told the beauty publication she makes sure to use mineral oil pads or “good, warm, soapy water” to ensure her makeup from the night before comes off without a hitch. When Parton uses balmy cleansers, she likes to throw in “a hot washcloth and let that kind of soak in.”

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Parton has also been honest with her fans for years about the beauty treatments she gets that you can’t find at your local pharmacy. 

“Thanks to Botox and fillers, as well as the work that I’ve already had, my face pretty much maintains itself,” Parton once said, according to Southern Living. “If I see something sagging, bagging, or dragging, I’ll get it nipped, tucked, or sucked.”

High school lunch photo shared by New York dad has parents concerned

Chris Vangellow of Hopkinton, New York, shared with Fox News a photo of a free lunch one of his children has been served at school on Jan. 12, 2022. (Chris Vangellow)

A father is sparking conversation on Facebook after sharing a photo of his teenager’s cafeteria lunch.

Chris Vangellow, a dad of four, spoke with Fox News about the post which is garnering attention from parents in his upstate New York, community.

Vangellow said all of his children attend Parishville-Hopkinton Central School District and his 16-year-old son has been sending him pictures of the lunches he has been served at school in recent months. 

“He started complaining that lunch was ‘not enough,’” Vangellow told Fox News, adding, “One of my other kids also sent me the same picture and I knew they had a game coming up. I was thinking, ‘If there’s kids playing basketball, this is not enough for him. I know we don’t live in a very rich area…some kids rely on the school [for lunch].”

Chris Vangellow of Hopkinton, New York, shared with Fox News images of the lunches his 16-year-old son has been served at school in recent months. Vangellow and his children feel portions are “not enough.” (Chris Vangellow)

On Jan. 12, Vangellow posted an image onto Facebook of the food his son was served for lunch: four chicken nuggets, a side of carrots, a side of rice and a carton of fat free chocolate milk. He wrote that one of his other children didn’t have any “dry tasteless carrots” because none were apparently available when he arrived to his lunch period. 

“They have been complaining that since the lunches are now free for everyone, the portions have dropped,” Vangellow wrote on Facebook. “I got this photo today. It really is ridiculous. Don’t come at me with the “you get what you pay for” or “just send them with food” crap either.”

“Yeah we can do that and sometimes the kids do choose to bring something from home or will buy extra lunch to get more in them to get them through a day,” he continued in the post. “The problem is that not all families can do that.”

In a statement regarding Vangellow’s Facebook post, Superintendent Dr. William E. Collins shared a public message on Parishville-Hopkinton Central School District’s website.

“This week a concerned parent’s Facebook post about Parishville-Hopkinton school lunches went viral,” Collins wrote. “The concerns expressed clearly resonated with students and parents as evidenced by the number of comments and shares.” 

In a comment provided to Fox News, Collins said the school contracts through BOCES [Boards of Cooperative Educational Services] for food service purchases. 

“We fall under the same nutritional guidelines as every public school in the nation, so there are limitations on just how varied school lunches can be from one school to another,” Collins wrote in an email to Fox. “Some of the lunches in the photos are misleading because they show incomplete serving sizes that do not contain all of the choices available to students going through the lunch line; however, it is clear that many students and parents would like to see a change.”

Seen in this image provided by father Chris Vangellow of Hopkinton, New York, is a free lunch one of his children has been served at school under USDA guidelines. (Chris Vangellow)

Collins recently announced that he and the cafeteria manager plan on working with a group of students, parents and representatives from its Wellness Committee to explore how to make lunches more appetizing “while still meeting the strict USDA [U.S. Department of Agriculture] requirements of the National School Lunch Program” and without increasing costs.

“We have some wonderful farmers within our school district who have expressed an interest in getting local farm fresh ingredients on students’ plates,” Collins told Fox. “Our staff, along with their spouses, and students recently volunteered their time and labor after school and on weekends to transform our courtyard into an outdoor learning space with raised growing beds, so classes can learn about growing food.”

Collins went on, “Additionally, we have an active Wellness Committee that partners with the county Health Initiative to find funding sources for healthy food choices, like our smoothie cart for healthier classroom celebrations.”

Vangellow said his son plays after school sports and usually eats lunch around 11:00 a.m. While school lunch is free, Vangellow offers his kids extra cash in case they’re still hungry and want to purchase a second lunch or a snack at the local convenience store down the street, he said.

In the comments section on Vangellow’s post, one person who said she is also a Parishville-Hopkinton shared a photo of the same lunch writing, “I did not want the dry carrots or mushy rice but to be ok with sending me off with this much for lunch?! That’s ridiculous.”

Another wrote,” I cooked for toddlers at Daycare for a couple years and this is toddler portions.”

One commenter who said she works at a school said, “It has nothing to do with the school, the portions are regulated. I work in a school, it’s 2oz protein, 2oz grain, 1/2 c fruit, 1/2c veg for elementary and middle school kids. High school is a little more. It has nothing to do with the school and/or their budget.”

Chris Vangellow of Hopkinton, New York, shares an image of a school lunch served to one of his four children. According to Parishville-Hopkinton Central School District, students are allowed one more serving of fruits or vegetables. (Chris Vangellow)

In his statement on the district’s website, Collins said that students are allowed one more serving of fruits or vegetables. They’re also allowed one additional nugget than the amount seen in Vangellow’s son’s photo. 

“…however, this doesn’t alter the message that many students and parents are dissatisfied with school lunches,” Collins wrote.

The federally-assisted National School Lunch Program (NSLP) operates in public and nonprofit private schools and residential child care institutions,” according to the NSLP website. In 2016, 30.4 million children were reached by NSLP, nationwide.

Seen in this image provided by father Chris Vangellow of Hopkinton, New York, is a plate containing milk, pizza and three orange slices – a free lunch one of his children has been served at school under USDA guidelines. (Chris Vangellow)

On its website the NSLP says it provides “nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to children each school day.”

The USDA has not yet responded to Fox News’ request for comment on whether the photo of the lunch seen in Vangellow’s post meets its guidelines for a nutritional lunch.

On Jan. 7, USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that an estimated $750 million more would be put into school meal programs across the nation in 2022. The increased funding is to ensure kids continue to receive healthy meals at school, the USDA wrote in a news release.

Vangellow said he and his son have signed up to be part of Collins’ group which is named, “Reimagining School Lunches.” Members will brainstorm on how to make lunches more appetizing, the digital sign-up sheet states.

Vangellow said he’s not sure as to when volunteers will be chosen.

Pinterest says these style trends will be big in 2022: Pearls, mullets, checkboards and more

Researchers at Pinterest have identified a number of style trends from internal search query data, and now the image-focused social network has determined which burgeoning beauty and fashion movements are likely to become big deals this year.

According to the company’s “Pinterest Predicts 2022” report, trendy consumers across generations have been searching for vintage- and nature-inspired styles, alternative subcultures, comfort, patterns, textures and vibrant colors.

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Pinterest has identified a number of style trends from internal search query data, and now the image-focused social network has determined which burgeoning beauty and fashion movements are likely to become big deals in 2022. (Pinterest)

Here’s a look at the style trends that saw growth on Pinterest in 2021 and will potentially make a splash in 2022.

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In the beauty space, Pinterest’s trend prediction report identified a growing interest in bedazzled accessories, hairstyles and nail art.

Be Jeweled 

Search queries for ‘pedicure with rhinestones’ were up 150% in 2021 and Pinterest believes the trend will continue to grow in 2022. (iStock)

Pinterest noted that Gen Z (born between 1997 and 2012) is driving the “Be Jeweled” trend, which is focused on accessorizing bodies with gemstones and creative embellishments.

The social network saw a rise in four jewel-related search terms: Pedicure with rhinestones (up150%), dermal piercing unique (up 145%), crystal eye makeup (up 110%) and tooth gem (up 85%). Pinterest’s users also searched for ear curation — multiple piercings in one ear — three times more than they did the previous year.

Puff Love

Search queries for ‘space buns natural hair’ were up 100% in 2021 and Pinterest believes the trend will continue to grow in 2022. (iStock)

Waves, curls and coils are still being embraced across the board. Pinterest named the trend “Puff Love” and highlighted that its integrated hair pattern search feature might have helped users find textured hairstyles.

The five search terms that dominated Pinterest’s Puff Love category were short natural hair styles (up 185%), high puff hairstyles (up 165%, Gen Z-driven), natural hair bun styles (up 160%), space buns natural hair (up 100%, Gen Z-driven) and two puffs natural hair styles (up 65%).

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Rebel Cuts

Search queries for ‘bob cut wigs’ search queries were up three-fold in 2021 and Pinterest believes the trend will continue to grow in 2022. (iStock)

If you thought mullets were a thing of the past, they’re making a comeback as the leading hairstyle in Pinterest’s “Rebel Cut” category. The social network reported that searches for the term mullet hairstyle increased 190% in the last year – largely from Gen Z users.

Other rebellious styles that have seen a modest increase on Pinterest include shaved head dye designs, bob cut wigs, octopus haircut and short hair Mohawk.

Nailscapes

 Search queries for ‘galaxy nail art’ were up 115% in 2021 and Pinterest believes the trend will continue to grow in 2022. (iStock)

Nail art fans are looking toward landscapes and natural wonders for their salon paint jobs. Pinterest noted that Millennials (born between1981 and 1996) are driving this growing “Nailscapes” trend.

Two breakout search terms for the trend were galaxy nail art (up 115%) and desert nails (up 105%) in 2021. The social network also noticed increased searches for ocean nails acrylic, aurora nails and geode nail art.

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Pinterest’s Predicted 2022 Fashion Trends

In the fashion space, Pinterest’s trend prediction report identified a growing interest in bold patterns and colors, vintage accessories, loungewear and gothic-inspired looks.

Check Yourself

Search queries for ‘checkerboard pattern’ were up 160% in 2021 and Pinterest believes the trend will continue to grow in 2022. (iStock)

Checkerboard patterns are in. Pinterest noted that Millennials and Baby Boomers (born between 1946 and 1964) are largely driving this “Checker Yourself” trend, but the social network went on to reassure that “checkers are having their moment in all areas of people’s lives.”

The three breakout search terms on the site were checkerboard nails (up 165%), checkerboard pattern (up 160%) and checkered suit men (up 95%). Checkerboard tile floors and checkered rugs also saw modest increases in search on Pinterest.

Dopamine Dressing

Search queries for ‘vibrant outfits’ were up 16-fold in 2021 and Pinterest believes the trend will continue to grow in 2022. (iStock)

Pinterest’s users are largely searchhing for vibrant fashion colors and the social network called this phenomenon “Dopamine Dressing.” All genders and age groups are reportedly driving this colorful, “feel-good” trend.

The two breakout search terms for this fashion trend were electric blue outfit (up 140%) and gradient dress (up 95%). Other search categories that received increased interest were vibrant outfits, fuchsia dress outfit and rainbow dress women.

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Hellenistic Revival

Search queries for ‘ancient Greek jewelry were up 120% in 2021 and Pinterest believes the trend will continue to grow in 2022. (iStock)

Some fashionistas are taking a look at Ancient Greece to get their style inspiration, and Pinterest has coined this trend as “Hellenistic Revival.” Gen Z is credited as being the generation that’s “embracing this ancient trend more than anybody.”

Fashion-wise, the leading Hellenistic Revival search term is ancient Greek jewelry (up 120%). However, the trend has seen more interest in the Pinterest home décor world with leading search terms like Aphrodite aesthetic wallpaper (up 180%), Ancient Greece aesthetic (up 65%), Corinthian column (up 40%) and Greek statue art (up three-fold).

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Hot Horology 

Search queries for ‘watch collection display’ were up 65% in 2021 and Pinterest believes the trend will continue to grow in 2022. (iStock)

Watches might have a big moment in 2022. Pinterest’s style report shows that the “Hot Horology” trend is largely being driven by Gen X (born between 1965 and 1980) and Baby Boomers. 

The social network’s leading breakout search term was watch collection display (up 65%). Pinterest also saw modest search growth in men’s luxury watches and trendy watches – both of which are up six-fold. Users were interested in clock-focused home décor search terms as well, including clockwork aesthetic (up 55%) and oversized clocks wall décor (up seven-fold).

Lounge-erie

Search queries for ‘lounge lingerie were up 96-fold in 2021 and Pinterest believes the trend will continue to grow in 2022. (iStock)

Pinterest’s users have been searching for comfy nightwear, which the platform has dubbed as “Lounge-erie.” All age groups are reportedly looking into sleepwear that’s made from soft fabrics, according to Pinterest’s style forecast. 

The leading search term in this category was lounge lingerie, which is up 96-times what it was the year before. Other search terms that saw a modest rise were silk nightgown aesthetic, transparent nightgowns, mens pyjamas and satin nighty.

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Oh My Goth

Search queries for ‘goth business casual’ were up 90% in 2021 and Pinterest believes the trend will continue to grow in 2022. (iStock)

According to Pinterest, “Goth will make its way into the mainstream this year across all age groups —just not in the ways you might expect.” 

The social network’s 2022 style report found that Pinterest users are looking for gothic-inspired styles for their wardrobes and homes. Pinterest has named the trend as “Oh My Goth.” 

Leading search terms for this trend include goth pajamas (up 185%), goth baby clothes (up 120%), goth business casual (up 90%), goth kitchen décor (up 85%) and goth cowboy (up 70%).

Pearlcore

Search queries for ‘pearl necklace men’ were up seven-fold in 2021 and Pinterest believes the trend will continue to grow in 2022. (iStock)

Pearls might just become the “it” accessory for 2022. Pinterest’s style forecast noted that “people of all ages” will likely embrace the “iridescent accents.” The style areas where pearls are being incorporated most are in home décor, jewelry boxes, nail art, clothing and special events.

Fashion-wise, breakout search terms for pearls were pearl necklace men (up seven-fold), pearl gown (up three-fold) and pearl ring simple (up two-fold). 

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The most popular pearl search term on Pinterest in 2021 was pearl wedding decorations (up 185%). Other pearl-themed parties received a modest search increase that went up two-fold on the app.

Winnebago unveils e-RV electric motorhome

Ford’s European Van-Ivansion

Fox Car Report’s Gary Gastelu find’s out if Ford’s new European-style Transit van rocks as hard as the classic Econoline.

Winnebago is going electric.

The Winnebago e-RV is a concept for a future electric camper van. (Winnebago)

The recreational vehicle company has revealed a new concept it calls the e-RV that hit hopes to have on sale soon.

The Winnebago e-RV has a range of 125 miles per charge. (Winnebago)

The camper van is based on the Ford Transit and features a powertrain designed by Lightning eMotors, which specializes in commercial electric vehicle conversions and currently builds an electric Transit cargo van for DHL.

The e-RV is designed with a full kitchen and bath. (Winnebago)

The e-RV has an 86-kilowatt-hour battery pack that can be recharged in 45 minutes at a fast charging station and provide up to 125 miles worth of driving, which Winnebago thinks will be sufficient for the 54% of new RV buyers who typically make trips of less than 200 miles. (Ford recently launched an electric version of the Transit called the E-Transit that has a similar range, but it is not being used as the basis for the e-RV.

The e-RV couch turns into a double bed. (Winnebago)

The battery also powers the vehicle’s water heater, heat-pump style air condition system, induction cooktop and refrigerator. The concept is equipped with a full bathroom and is trimmed in sustainable cork flooring and insulating wool wall covering.

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Pricing and production plans for the e-RV have not been announced, but Winnebago said its looking to offer a “compelling value” and its conventional camper vans range from $100,000 to over $200,000.