Abstract: A window covering is disclosed with improved light and thermal blocking abilities. The window covering may include a panel that is mountable over a window using magnetic coupling. In particular, the panel may include at least one of a magnetic material and a ferromagnetic material, such that the panel is secured in place over the window by a magnetic force. When not in use over the window, the panel may be secured to a wall as a display piece using magnetic coupling.

Abstract: A protective carrying case for a video camera has peripheral side walls and a bottom wall defining a camera-receiving receptacle with an open top through which a camera can be inserted and removed. The case is provided with a top cover that is arranged to normally close the open top of the camera-receiving receptacle, and a side wall of the receptacle is preferably provided with a door-opening that is normally closed by a door for enabling a person carrying the encased camera to slip a hand into the receptacle when the door is partially or fully open for operating the camera, either without removing it from the case and its receiving receptacle or for removing the camera free and clear of the case and its receiving receptacle.