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Tom Sandoval's girlfriend, Victoria Lee Robinson, was arrested on June 3 and released the same day, according to Page Six. She was also served with a restraining order.

The outlet adds that Robinson has a court hearing on Thursday, June 25.

Page Six obtained court documents in which Sandoval alleges the incident occurred after a night of drinking. It began when he got into an altercation with Robinson's father, with Sandoval "claiming her father grabbed him and punched a hole in the spare bedroom where the reality star had barricaded himself." He then says Robinson went into the room and punched him in the face, injuring his neck and ear.

Sandoval says the hit from Robinson was so hard, it "caused his vision to blur."

“I sustained a bruise near my temple and eyebrow ridge and bled from my ear and neck as a result of [Robinson] striking me that night,” he alleges, per the outlet. “The pain in my mouth persisted for two weeks, which prompted me to visit the ER to be evaluated.”

Sandoval says that Robinson had physically abused him throughout their relationship, which included "punching his face, striking his neck, throwing a full Gatorade bottle at me, and verbally assaulting him," as well as tracking him through an AirTag. He added that Robinson and her father are living at the rental home he pays for, saying he has been "completely displaced.” 

“I am gravely concerned for my safety and well-being, and I need to regain access and control over my home, vehicle and belongings,” he stated.

TMZ reported on more details from the night of the incident, saying that Robinson recorded herself to "make herself look like a victim." Sandoval called the police, who came and arrested Robinson.

Sandoval and Robinson had been dating for roughly two and a half years, confirming their relationship in February 2024.

Costco shoppers looking to refresh their living room may want to take a closer look at a new furniture find that recently landed in warehouses. The piece combines clean lines, hidden storage and a sophisticated dark finish that can instantly make a space feel more polished. Better yet, it offers both style and function, making it an easy addition to a variety of homes.

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Here's what to know about this new Costco console table and why people are loving it.

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User @costcobuys shared a video of the new Costco home accent, which is only available in-store, and we love the way it looks. It's a 74-inch accent console made from acacia veneers and hardwood solids. With its sleek black finish, it gives a modern look to your home, and it can blend into a wide range of decorating styles.

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Priced at $479.99, this new Costco furniture find has a designer-inspired look that can help ground a room while keeping everyday clutter out of sight. Before heading to the warehouse, grab a tape measure and make sure you have enough room for it. At 74 inches wide, this is a substantial piece that works best in larger spaces.

One of the biggest advantages of a console table like this one is its versatility. Use it as a media console beneath a television, place it along a living room wall to display decor or put it behind a sofa in an open-concept space.

The practical features make this Costco furniture piece especially appealing to shoppers. Soft-close hinges help reduce slamming, while adjustable shelves allow you to customize the storage space to fit your needs. There are also cable management cutouts that make it easier to organize electronics and cords.

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How to Use This Costco Find in Your Home

A console table is one of the most flexible furniture pieces you can own. In a living room, style the top with a table lamp, framed photos, books or a decorative vase to create a focal point. Inside the cabinets, store items you want nearby but out of sight.

The console can also work beyond the living room. Place it in a spacious entryway to create a drop zone for keys, mail and bags. Use it in a hallway to add storage and visual interest. You can even try using this large console as a compact workstation when you need a place for your laptop without dedicating an entire room to a home office.

For shoppers who appreciate furniture that looks stylish while working hard behind the scenes, this new Costco find is a solid pick. The sleek finish, generous storage and versatile design make it a practical piece you'll likely use every single day.

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For millions of readers, Flowers in the Attic wasn't just a bestselling novel—it was the book everyone whispered about, borrowed from a friend, and stayed up all night reading. Nearly 50 years after shocking readers, Flowers in the Attic is finding a new audience after Netflix added the 2014 film adaptation, introducing one of the most controversial novels of the 20th century to a new generation.

When Flowers in the Attic was published in 1979, few could have anticipated the book’s cross-generational appeal. A bestseller within two weeks of its release, V.C. Andrews’ controversial debut novel was shocking, wildly debated, and an instant phenomenon. Its unsettling story of four siblings hidden away in an attic challenged readers with themes that few mainstream novels had dared to explore.

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Have you heard this story before?? VC Andrews was an incredibly interesting and elusive author but the lore surrounding herself and these books is super interesting! We’ll never know what’s true or just straight up make believe but it’s still interesting nonetheless! *side note* These are just facts and stories I’ve come across while learning about this author, I’m not claiming anything, just sharing what’s already out there ☺️✨📚#booktok #vcandrews #bookish #bookrecommendation #gothicbooks

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For readers discovering Flowers in the Attic in the late 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s, the book wasn’t just a bestseller—reading Flowers in the Attic was a generational rite of passage. Its mix of taboo subject matter and suspenseful storytelling made the often-banned novel a must-read, passed between friends, borrowed from older siblings, and discussed in whispered tones. A cultural phenomenon since its release in 1979, Flowers in the Attic went on to sell millions of copies and launch a franchise that continues to endure today.

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For many Gen Xers (raises hand), the memory of reading Flowers in the Attic is etched into our minds like a nostalgic timestamp of our youth. We missed bedtimes and went to school groggy after staying up late, reading with a flashlight under the covers, our tired eyes drooping as we told ourselves, "One more page." We devoured the emotional storylines and the dark, taboo subject matter. Long before social media and streaming content gave us access to almost anything, Flowers in the Attic introduced many young readers to mature themes that could only be experienced through the pages of a book.

How Flowers in the Attic Continues to Reach New Readers

Nearly 50 years later, Flowers in the Attic is being discovered by new generations of readers thanks to Netflix recently adding the 2014 adaptation starring Kiernan Shipka as Cathy, Heather Graham as Corrine, and Ellen Burstyn as the Grandmother.

The Enduring Legacy of Flowers in the Attic

Nearly five decades after its debut, Flowers in the Attic continues to provoke, fascinate, and surprise readers. For those who first discovered it as teenagers, revisiting the novel is as much about remembering a moment in their own lives as it is about returning to one of fiction's most unforgettable stories.

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I'm a firm believer that the kitchen should make you happy. After all, it's one of the most-used rooms in the house, and if I'm going to spend time cooking, unloading the dishwasher, and wondering what's for dinner every night, I might as well enjoy looking around while I do it. That's why I'm always finding little ways to add pops of color wherever I can. Maybe it's a cheerful tea towel, a colorful mixing bowl or a fun serving platter that makes me smile every time I reach for it.

There's something to be said for those little dopamine hits. A splash of color can make a kitchen feel more welcoming and personal. And while I'm not claiming that a pretty kitchen can improve your cooking skills, I do think food tastes better when you're in a good mood. At the very least, it makes meal prep feel a bit more enjoyable.

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Crofton 3-Pack of Ceramic Frying Pans, Lilac, $24.99 at Aldi

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As soon as I laid eyes on this lilac cookware set from Aldi, I knew I had to make it mine. For $24.99, you get three ceramic frying pans in three sizes, so there's a frying pan for just about any meal you're making. And the lilac colorway is a real stunner.

Ceramic pans are popular because they combine easy, nonstick cooking with simple cleanup. Foods release easily, which means you can often use less oil or butter, and you'll love that ceramic-coated cookware is typically made without chemicals that don't belong anywhere near your food. They also tend to heat evenly, which is a huge plus for any home cook.

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Over on Reddit, there's a lot of discussion about Aldi's Crofton cookware, and the ceramic pieces really get great reviews.

"I bought a Crofton ceramic pan a few months back and it's become one of my everyday pans," says a Redditor in a thread. "It's held up to lots of use, has kept its shape, and is really easy to clean."

They mention that they use the Crofton ceramic pan as often as their go-to cast iron skillet, which was previously their go-to everyday workhorse. However, they note that the ceramic pan is a lot lighter to hold and definitely easier to clean.

The best way to clean a ceramic frying pan is to let it cool completely, then wash it with warm water, a soft sponge and a little dish soap. Ceramic coatings are naturally nonstick, so food residue comes off without much scrubbing. If something is stuck on, try soaking the pan in warm, soapy water for 10 to 15 minutes rather than reaching for an abrasive scrubber. A little extra care goes a long way toward keeping your pans performing their best.

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Bringing a bit of glam to your everyday life, Dolly Parton's new home goods line at Walmart pairs thoughtfully designed essentials with the superstar's signature style. From bejeweled platters and accent plates to dazzling drinkware, it's filled with charming staples that are perfect for entertaining. The collection's prettiest pieces are flying off shelves during Walmart's Summer Deals event, with sale prices on the icon's pink kitchen essentials starting just $7, making them a top pick to stock up on ahead of summer gatherings.

Even if your wedding colors weren't blush and bashful, you can still appreciate the practicality of these gorgeous rosy pink utensils. Each tool features a weighted stainless steel handle for easy handling and control, is dishwasher-safe for effortless clean up, and is made with heat-resistant materials so you can cook with confidence. These kitchen essentials are all accented with a garden-inspired butterfly motif alongside Dolly's signature, adding a touch of whimsy anytime you stir, scoop, or serve.

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Offering all the capabilities of two utensils in one, this spoon spatula is aptly designed to tackle a variety of kitchen tasks. Its conveniently shaped flexible silicone head has a shallow spoon-like design with beveled edges so you can scoop, scrape, stir, and saute without switching tools. With this handy tool, you can serve side dishes like mashed potatoes or fold chocolate chips into cookie dough with the same level of confidence Dolly brings to the stage.

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If you happen to work in a restaurant, you might hear a spatula called a "million-dollar tool" because of how much money it can save on ingredient costs over time. Scraping down the sides of a bowl to get every last bit of batter or getting into the curved corners of a container of leftovers with a spatula can also help reduce food waste. Now on sale for over 30% off, this adorable spatula by the queen of country delivers savings on top of savings.

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At just over 13 inches long, a reviewer refuted the use of the term "short" to describe this turner. However, the nylon turner head is still incredibly useful, offering a surface area approximately 2 inches wide and 4 inches long. It's a handy tool for flipping burgers or grilled cheese, serving slabs of lasagna, or delicately handling fish and fried eggs. 

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Whether you're whipping up desserts or simmering sauces, no kitchen is complete without a whisk, so why not have the prettiest one you can find? Now discounted to just $11, this 12-inch-long stainless steel whisk is a durable tool that'll bring a bit of Dolly's razzle dazzle straight to your countertop. 

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Bring a playful pop of pink to your kitchen for less while these Dolly Parton kitchen essentials are on sale at Walmart. Hurry and snag them for under $12 before the Walmart Summer Deals event ends June 28!

Mark Lee, who only left his well-known K-pop boy group NCT in April to launch a solo career at his newly founded label, Upper Room, is facing intense controversy over his recent fashion choices.

His new label posted a couple of photos of Lee with someone else on its official Instagram account, and in the photos, the idol was wearing a raglan T-shirt with the Confederate flag emblazoned on the front and "Virginia" written on one of the arms.

While the photos were quickly deleted following stern backlash from fans, many shared them on other social media, like Reddit, sparking debate. Soon after the post was deleted, the Upper Room account shared an apology on its Instagram Stories addressing the controversy.

It read, "We would like to extend our sincere apologies for the concern, discomfort, and disappointment caused by the vintage T-shirt that appeared in a recently shared photograph." The statement went on, claiming that the shirt was originally chosen simply as a "vintage wardrobe item."

The company said that they were quickly made aware of the "historical significance and sensitivity associated with the symbol displayed on the T-shirt," and tried to remove it from any future official photos and videos released. Upper Room then claimed that the photo was "shared externally," leading to the controversy.

Going on, the company declared that "Upper Room and the artist unequivocally reject and do not tolerate racism, hate, discrimination, or any form of intolerance. We understand the seriousness of the concerns that have been raised and deeply regret the distress this incident has caused."

They then thanked people who highlighted the issue and brought it to their attention and stated that they would make their "internal review procedures" stronger when it comes to wardrobe and content choices to avoid a similar situation in the future.

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Many fans called out Lee for ever wearing the shirt in the first place, arguing that he should've known better. Lee was born in Canada and grew up there and in the U.S. until he moved to South Korea at the age of 12.

Fans on Reddit quickly shared their thoughts, with comments on one thread including, "OK he DEFINITELY knows better," "was I shocked yes, Was I surpised No," and "No, sorry, this is not on the stylists. You can't tell me Mark is that ignorant of what's on the t-shirt."

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Others took issue with the fact that the apology was written under the label's name instead of Lee's, while he is the founder of the company, such as one person who wrote on another thread, "Isn’t he the CEO/founder. Just make the apology in your own name for your own actions…"

This is Lee's first major controversy since leaving NCT earlier this year and founding his own music label. He previously released a solo album during his time under the label SM called The Firstfruit in 2025, and as of writing, he hasn't released any music under Upper Room yet. It remains to be seen if this situation has further ramifications on his career going forward.

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There's no denying that Fleetwood Mac's Rumours album is the standout hit of their career, with "You Make Loving Fun" one of the many songs created amid band drama. The track that landed on the charts and became a soft rock anthem has a hefty backstory behind it.

"You Make Loving Fun" became the band's fourth Top 10 hit off the album, reaching No. 9 on the Billboard Hot 100. In the absence of Lindsey Buckingham, keyboardist and songwriter Christine McVie was given more leeway to develop her own tracks.

“I thought I was drying up,” McVie said, according to American Songwriter. “I was practically panicking because every time I sat down at a piano, nothing came out. Then, one day… I just sat down and wrote in the studio, and the four-and-a-half songs of mine on the album are a result of that.”

While Rumours was the band's biggest album, many know that it was created amid band tensions, affairs, drug issues, and deteriorating relationships. After eight years of marriage, Christine and John McVie's marriage was already on the rocks when they started recording Rumours. "You Make Loving Fun" was written by Christine as she was having an affair with the band's lighting director, Curry Grant.

To avoid drama, she had told her then-husband, John, that the song was about her dog. Mick Fleetwoodonce joked that knowing how John was, he likely did think it was about her dog.

According to Biography, the two had entered the recording studio, avoiding each other if necessary, and staying quiet unless needed to for work. Their relationship reportedly further deteriorated when Christine began to openly date Grant. The way they handled their relationship was far different from Nicks and Buckingham, who also called it quits.

"The tape would start rolling, and they’d sing, 'Yooooooou make loving fun,' just beautiful, two little angels. The tape would stop and they’d be calling each other names again. They didn't miss a beat," said producer Ken Caillat to Music Radar.

Amid the drama behind "You Make Loving Fun," critics complimented the track's "magical words" backed by "angelic vocals." They praised Christine's vocals as "vital" to the song's love story lyrics and one of the best tracks from Fleetwood Mac.

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One of the biggest fears retirees face is outliving their savings. The good news is that making your nest egg last isn't about spending less, but it's about spending smarter. 

Rising healthcare costs, inflation, and unexpected expenses can put pressure on even well-prepared retirement plans, underscoring the importance of a strategy for managing withdrawals and controlling spending. 

By following a few proven financial principles, retirees can help ensure their savings provide income and security throughout retirement. Here are three strategies financial experts frequently recommend.

1. Follow the 4% Rule (or Something Close to It)

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One of the most widely known retirement-income guidelines is the four percent rule. The concept allows you to withdraw 4% of your retirement portfolio in your first year of retirement, and then adjust that amount annually for inflation.

For example, if you retire with $750,000 in savings, a four percent withdrawal would provide about $30,000 in income during your first year.

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The rule was designed to help retirees balance current spending needs with the risk of running out of money later. While many experts might view it as a starting point rather than a strict rule, Fidelity recommends withdrawing no more than 4% to 5% of retirement savings in the first year, then adjusting for inflation over time. 

Morningstar similarly notes that the four percent rule remains a useful framework, though spending flexibility can improve outcomes. 

2. Use Guaranteed Income to Cover Essential Expenses

A common retirement-planning strategy is to match your necessities with reliable income sources. This can be used for housing, groceries, utilities, insurance, and healthcare costs.

Ideally, these expenses should be covered by predictable income streams such as Social Security benefits, pensions, or annuities. Fidelity refers to this as covering "must-have" expenses with guaranteed income rather than relying solely on investment withdrawals. This approach can help retirees avoid selling investments during market downturns when portfolio values are temporarily lower. 

By creating an income floor for essential expenses, retirees can use investment accounts more strategically for discretionary spending such as travel, dining, and hobbies.

3. Stay Flexible With Spending

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Retirement spending doesn't have to be the same every year. In fact, some experts argue that flexibility is one of the best ways to make savings last.

During years when markets perform well, retirees may be able to spend a little more. During market downturns, temporarily reducing discretionary expenses—such as vacations, entertainment, or major purchases—can help preserve assets and reduce the risk of depleting savings too quickly.

Morningstar's retirement-income research suggests that flexible withdrawal strategies can often be more effective than rigid spending plans because they allow retirees to adapt to changing market conditions and personal circumstances. 

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice.

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The Bottom Line

Making your retirement savings last doesn't require extreme sacrifices. Following a sustainable withdrawal strategy like the four percent rule, covering essentials with guaranteed income, and remaining flexible with discretionary spending can help retirees protect their nest egg while maintaining their quality of life. 

As with any retirement plan, reviewing your finances regularly and adjusting as needed can go a long way toward ensuring your money lasts as long as you do.

Astronomers have discovered a distant star with a surprisingly human trait: it appears to have an appetite. Roughly 1,300 light-years away, researchers have identified a sun-like star that shows strong evidence of having swallowed one of its own planets.

A New Discovery Hidden in Starlight

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At first glance, TOI-5882 appears to be an ordinary G-type star located about 1,300 light-years from Earth. But when scientists examined its light using spectroscopy—an technique that breaks starlight into its component wavelengths—they uncovered something unexpected.

Brooke Kotten, a researcher in the University of Michigan Department of Astronomy and lead author of the study published in The Astrophysical Journal, analyzed TOI-5882's chemical makeup and found excess traces of lithium that wasn't coming from the star itself. Because lithium is typically destroyed in a star’s interior over time, its presence in high amounts suggests something external must have brought it there recently. Also orbiting TOI-5882 is a brown dwarf — a giant ball of gas more than 20 times the mass of Jupiter — which may have helped steer the engulfed planet into the star.

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"You are what you eat, right?," Kotten said. "We know that there's much more lithium in planetary material than there is in stars. So if a star eats a planet, it's going to take on a bunch of lithium." She went on to compare researching the excess lithium to a scientific mystery. “We can’t just watch the crime happen, so we have to work with all the clues we’re given to figure out whodunit.”

How Astronomers Pieced Together the Evidence

When a star "consumes" a planet, scientists call it engulfment. An engulfment can happen so quickly, and in some cases over days or weeks, that observers might miss the planet being consumed. With spectroscopy, astronomers compared TOI-5882 to 62 other similar stars based on age, mass and temperature to piece together how the lithium ended up within its core.

“It’s not like you have to cherry-pick the data to make it stand out. It’s robust,” said Melinda Soares-Furtado, a senior author of the study and assistant professor at the University of Wisconsin. “No matter how you slice it, TOI-5882 is so enriched in lithium it shows up as being at least in the 97th percentile.”

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What This Means for Earth's Distant Future

The idea of a star taking a quick bite out of a planet sounds like science fiction, but studying planetary engulfments can reveal how evolution unfolds beyond our world. As stars age, their gravity and size can shift, pulling in nearby planets before consuming them entirely.

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TOI-5882 also offers insight into our own solar system’s distant future. In about 5 billion years, the Sun will begin transforming into a red giant and might make a meal out of Mercury, Venus and even Earth. For now, the latest discovery TOI-5882 offers astronomers a peek into a cosmic process unfolding across the galaxy and might reveal something unique about our own position in the solar system.

Careers are long and often physically and emotionally taxing, so the idea of getting to rest in retirement sounds like the perfect way to recharge. However, after six months of doing nothing, you’ll likely have found yourself the opposite of restored.

Brain fog, low energy, and a lack of motivation all plague you, and you aren’t sure why. This is the “Regression Trap” that many new retirees fall into, and unless you do something about it now, you’ll waste your next chapter not having done anything at all.

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What Is The Regression Trap

This trap begins when a career-exhausted retiree finally has the time to rest and recharge, but then becomes trapped in the cycle of inactivity that leads to feeling even worse. The overcorrection leads to a passive lifestyle that creates issues with both cognitive and mood decline. Once those set in, it becomes even harder to break out of the trap.

This typically surfaces in the first 6 months to a year after retirement. According to Hartford Funds, the “honeymoon phase” of retirement in that time span is when we think everything will be one long vacation, but quickly find that it isn’t fulfilling.

Dr. Sal Raichbach, PsyD, LCSW, CFSW, Chief Clinical Officer at The Haven Detox, has seen how quickly lack of structure, connection, and daily purpose can affect both mood & functioning.

“The 'Regression Trap' is when retirement is no longer providing a restoration experience, but rather a withdrawal experience. Too many years of work followed by too much resting/shutting down will shrink your world and lead to low mood, poor sleep, isolation, etc, all reinforcing each other,” says Raichbach.

It’s important to note that the Regression Trap is different from healthy forms of rest and self-care. Sleeping regularly, listening to your body when it needs a break, eating healthy, and other acts of personal maintenance don’t contribute to the issue. The Regression Trap is more about prolonged, purposeless inactivity that leads to stagnation.

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The Warning Signs

Help Guide tells us that there are several warning signs to watch out for. If you’ve experienced even 2-3 of these symptoms, you should talk to your doctor. 

• Sleeping significantly more but feeling less rested
• Loss of interest in hobbies that previously brought joy
• Increased irritability or low-grade sadness without a clear cause
• Brain fog or difficulty concentrating on simple tasks
• Social withdrawal — fewer calls, outings, or plans
• A creeping sense of purposelessness or "now what?”

Raichbach says that there are warning signs retirees and their families should look out for. 

“Pay attention to the way days start to lose their shape. Are they sleeping in later? Skipping meals? Neglecting personal hygiene? Avoiding plans? Moving less? Spending the majority of their waking time watching TV, scrolling through screens, or napping? Also, pay attention to the amount of social interaction.”

"In relation to that, you may notice that the individual is becoming more emotionally withdrawn," says Jon Siegel, President and Founder of The Perfect Companion, and former geriatric psychotherapist, "they're hesitant to take on new social interactions, they may be resistant to attempts to engage them in new interests, and/or they may become agitated or irritable if encouraged to take on any more responsibility for their self-care, which obviously can lead to a type of depression." 

These signs aren’t random; there is a neurological reason why this happens.

Why This Happens

The National Institute on Aging tells us that our brains are “use it or lose it” organs. When we slow down for long periods of time, we begin to lose cognitive function. The structured routines of work help maintain cognitive functioning, so the loss of that structure needs to be replaced. 

Drew Maygren, DO, geriatric psychiatrist for Kaiser Permanente in Northern California, says, "You cannot treat retirement as a permanent vacation–it must be approached with intention, where you replace your work schedule with a life schedule. Develop and consistently maintain your portfolio of body, brain, people, and purpose by doing something physically active, something creatively engaging, something social, and something that helps you feel valued or useful rather than merely entertained."

When you’re performing a job, says the National Institute on Aging again, you get little dopamine rewards from tasks completed. Every time you finished a project, hit a deadline, or met a goal, your brain got a little boost. Now that you’re in retirement, you need to replicate that rewards system. The best part is that you no longer are obligated to perform those tasks for others. Retirement means setting up your own system of rewards that benefit you.

Doing so will help you stave off the depression and loss of self that comes with the end of a career, something the Mayo Clinic warns may happen. So many of us are defined by “what we do” that no longer doing that thing can leave a void. This is why many retirees feel depressed, anxious, or listless after the initial “honeymoon phase” of retirement wears off.

Finding purpose in your next chapter is on your own terms, but it is necessary to maintain healthy longevity.

How to Avoid or Escape The Trap

Retirement is meant to be all about you. That means that your new routine should be specific to how you want to spend your time. 

“Take a smaller step than you think you need to. Take a 10 minute walk. Make one telephone call. Sign up for a single class. Schedule one session of therapy. The Lancet Commission identified physical inactivity, depression and social isolation as three modifiable risk factors for developing dementia,” says Raichbach.

You could volunteer at a cause you care about, engage in purely cognitive activities like taking a language or music class, take a small, part time job, or set goals for yourself like growing your own food in a home garden. 

"A career gives us more than a paycheck; it gives us daily proof that we matter—that is, to feel valued by those around us and have the opportunity to add value back. When the structure of a job or career disappears, retirees can face a ‘mattering crisis,’ an eroding sense of identity and purpose," says Jennifer Breheny Wallace, author of MATTERING: The Secret to a Life of Deep Connection and Purpose.

"That’s why any retirement planning should include not just a wealth and health plan but also a mattering plan: a deliberate strategy for building the relationships, roles, and contributions that will keep you feeling valued, useful, and needed in the decades to come," Wallace notes. "In practice, that might mean mentoring younger colleagues or creating a regular family or community responsibility that makes you feel valued and depended on." 

The most important thing you can do is balance the need for intellectual stimulation, social engagement, and achievement. Deadlines, reoccurring schedules, and challenges will all go a long way toward keeping you physically and mentally fit long into your retirement.

It’s important to remember that while you don’t need to have an activity scheduled every day, you should have a structure to your day. The happiest retirees have structure baked into their routine. 

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Rest Is Not the Enemy

Taking time to relax and recharge after a lengthy career is not the same as doing nothing. The danger lies in the unexamined and purposeless rest that may plague you. Retirement is a transition that deserves as much planning and thought as the rest of your life did. If you want to have a long, happy retirement, the key is to stay active, no matter what that looks like for you,

Once you find your rhythm, you’ll see how much brighter and more fulfilling your days are. It’s worth putting in the effort. You deserve it. 

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute advice.

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The countdown is on for another NBC series to leave Netflix. At least, to leave it globally. This is your last call to binge-watch the crime dramedy series Good Girls.

Running for four seasons, Good Girls was billed as a Netflix Original outside of the United States. Just like with many other shows that have been billed as Originals, the licensing agreement is coming to an end.

Good Girls ran for four seasons on NBC, with the global Netflix deal helping to carry some of the financial burden. There was hope for a fifth season. In fact, NBC was originally going to renew the show for Season 5, but it couldn’t find a way to make the financials work, even with Netflix. There was hope that the streaming giant would step in and save the show for just a wrap-up season, but that never happened either.

What’s On Netflix has confirmed that all four seasons of the Christina Hendricks-led series will exit the streamer on July 22, 2026. That makes July 21 as the last day to be able to watch the show in full. This is only for international locations, though. Most of the ENglish-speaking locations will lose it, including Canada, United Kingdom, and Australia.

Retta as Ruby Hill, Christina Hendricks as Beth Boland and Mae Whitman as Annie Marks in Good Girls

As an NBCUniversal series, it opens the door for other platforms to land the iconic crime comedy series. In the United States, we’d say that it would head to Peacock next, but that platform isn’t available internationally. So, there is sure to be some sort of bidding war between the platforms that are available.

What about the United States? Good Girls will remain for now. Emphasis on the “for now” part of the statement. It’s still an NBCUniversal series, and Netflix still only has licensing rights to it. Eventually, we’re sure to see the deal come to an end, just like it has recently done with Gilmore Girls and is happening with Seinfeld. 

These deals tend to last for somewhere between five and 10 years after the final season airs. Good Girls Season 4 arrived on Netflix in 2022, so we’re looking at 2027 as the earliest that it is likely to lose the series.

Good Girls was an immediate hit with fans. It told the story of three women struggling financially. After they decide to rob the workplace of one of the women, they soon learn that there was far more money in the safe than expected. That money belonged to a local gang, and now the three women have to do work for the gang or risk being killed, and the whole time, they have the authorities after them for the initial bank robbery. How bad could it get?

After a successful year of TV and film for Heated Rivalry’s François Arnaud and Superman’s David Corenswet, the two will be making their Broadway debut together in a revival of Three Days of Rain.

Alongside Yvonne Strahovski from The Handmaid’s Tale, the actors will star in the show that premiered off-Broadway nearly 30 years ago at the Manhattan Theatre Club. The show later appeared on Broadway, marking the debuts of Julia Roberts and Bradley Cooper, featuring Paul Rudd.

The show will be Strahovski’s first time on Broadway since she made her debut in the 2012 revival of Golden Boy. She shared the Three Days of Rain announcement on social media, simply captioning it “Broadway called again ☎️ 💥”

Three Days of Rain was written by Richard Greenberg. The first act follows three children of successful architects as they gather to settle their parents’ estates, while the second act flashes back to the past, featuring the same actors as their own parents.

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Playbill reported that Arnaud will star as Pip and Theo, Corenswet as Walker and Ned, and Strahovski as Nan and Lina. Performances will begin in February 2027 at a Shubert Organization-owned theatre and will be directed by Anna D. Shapiro.

"Three Days of Rain is truly one of the most beautiful plays I’ve ever done or experienced," Shapiro said in a statement, according to Playbill. "Steeped in the brilliantly funny and enchantingly complex world of Richard Greenberg, the story follows two generations of New York intelligentsia as they navigate the burden of family, the seduction of art, and the necessity of love over time and eternity."

Arnaud posted the announcement on his Instagram story with the caption, “Dream play, dream team, dream everything.”

While dates for the performances and ticket sales haven’t been announced yet, fans can sign up for first access to tickets at ThreeDaysOfRain.com.

After three long years away from AFC Richmond, Ted Lasso fans are finally getting a chance to reunite with their favorite coach, and they can do it alongside the cast themselves.

The Paley Center for Media has announced a special PaleyLive event celebrating the highly anticipated return of Apple TV+'s Emmy Award-winning comedy. Titled "Ted Lasso Returns! An Exclusive Evening with the Cast of Season 4," the one-night-only event will take place on Thursday, Aug. 6th at 8 p.m. ET at The Paley Museum in Midtown Manhattan.

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The event will take place just one day after the new season premieres on Apple TV+ and offers fans the opportunity to be among the first to see what's next for Ted and the Richmond crew. Attendees will enjoy a screening of the Season 4 premiere episode, along with an exclusive first look at Episode 2. Following the screenings, members of the cast and creative team will participate in a conversation about the new season and the show's long-awaited return.

"It has been three years since fans last cheered on Ted Lasso and the beloved AFC Richmond squad, and we are thrilled to welcome them back to the pitch for this can't-miss event at The Paley Museum," said Maureen J. Reidy, President and CEO of The Paley Center for Media, in a statement. "The evening promises to be filled with laughter and plenty of Richmond spirit."

Related: ‘Ted Lasso’ Season 4 Release Date Finally Announced — And the First Trailer Says a Lot

Season 4 finds Ted Lasso (Jason Sudeikis) back in Richmond and facing his biggest challenge yet: Coaching a second-division women's football team. According to the official synopsis from Apple, Ted and his players will spend the season learning to take chances and embrace the unknown.

The event also arrives during a milestone year for The Paley Museum, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary following the reopening of its newly renovated theaters and public spaces.

Tickets are now on sale to all Paley President’s Circle, Patron Circle, and Partner Members; to Paley Individual, Family, and Supporting Members on Wednesday, July 1 at noon ET; and to the general public on Friday, July 17 at noon ET.

For Ted Lasso fans eager to get back on the field, this may be the ultimate way to kick off a new season.

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The Rolling Stones are sounding as "youthful" in their latest release, leading up to yet another album drop after all these decades.

On Thursday, June 25, the renowned rock group debuted its new single “Jealous Lover” alongside a steamy and expertly choreographed music video directed by Chris Barrett & Luke Taylor (who have also collaborated with Radiohead and Jack White) and starring Anya Taylor-Joy and Charles Melton.

The single is the latest to be unveiled from their forthcoming studio album Foreign Tongues, due for release on July 10 via Capitol Records.

The video, which is teased in the promotional image below, is available to watch right now exclusively on Amazon Music here.

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As anticipation for the album continues to build, “Jealous Lover” is yet another example of the band's ability to move between musical styles. Following the upbeat pop-rock energy of previous single “In the Stars,” the new track embraces a soulful R&B groove, anchored by a captivating falsetto lead vocal from the one and only Mick Jagger.

For those who don't have immediate access to Amazon Music, take a listen to "Jealous Lover" below, thanks to today's audio-only YouTube upload:

Fans have already flooded the post's comments section with their love and support for the Stones' latest single. "They sound with such youthful energy that it's amazing ❤," wrote one YouTube user, while another person commented, "Mick singing in hi pitched voice at his age .. amazing 👏."

The track is powered by expressive guitar work from Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood, while the rhythm section of Darryl Jones on bass and Steve Jordan on drums and percussion provides a deep and assured groove. Plus, longtime friend and collaborator Steve Winwood adds distinctive Rhodes and organ textures. Additional instrumentation from producer Andrew Watt and keyboardist Matt Clifford further enhances the song's warm, soulful sound.

“Jealous Lover” comes with another track from Foreign Tongues, titled “Divine Intervention,” which is one of two tracks from the album to feature The Cure frontman Robert Smith.

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Few people have built a lifestyle empire quite like Martha Stewart. From hosting and gardening to home decor and entertaining, her name has become synonymous with fabulous taste. That influence extends to fashion, too, which is why her collaboration with Skechers feels like such a natural pairing. The Skechers Martha Stewart Parallel Lite Bliss Slip-Ins, in particular, combine the brand’s comfort-first approach with the easy, polished style Martha is known for.

And thanks to Amazon's Prime Day event, they're now a lot cheaper to add to your wardrobe. These sandals are currently marked down 25%, bringing the original $80 price tag down to $60. With a hands-free design and versatile look that works for everything from vacation sightseeing and weekend errands to backyard entertaining, they fit seamlessly into your summer plans.

Skechers Martha Stewart Parallel Lite Bliss Slip-Ins, From $60 (was $80) at Amazon

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Dubbed as a “great summer sandal” that’s “lightweight" and “beyond comfortable,” the upper of this shoe is crafted from a textured shimmer knit that wraps across the foot in one continuous panel, creating an almost sock-like appearance. The knit itself features an intricate, raised weave pattern that adds depth and dimension throughout the surface, giving the sandal a rich, tactile look. Open cutouts at the sides keep the coverage airy and breathable, which is especially important in warm weather. Adding a touch of polish, a faux pearl-embellished O-ring sits at the side, introducing subtle jewelry-inspired detailing.

Instead of a smooth platform, the 2.25-inch heel features finely etched horizontal ridges that wrap around the entire midsole, creating a layered, architectural effect. Those sculpted lines help break up the volume of the wedge, making it appear lighter and more refined than a traditional solid heel. The contoured memory foam footbed cushions the foot, helping distribute pressure more evenly throughout the day while providing a soft, supportive feel with every step. 

A flexible traction outsole adds grip and stability, making the sandal feel secure on a variety of surfaces. The hands-free, slip-on-and-off construction is designed for easy step-in wear, eliminating the need to bend down and fuss with adjustments, while the built-in heel pillow hugs the back of the foot to help keep it comfortably in place and reduce slipping as you walk.

These sandals are available in sizes 5 through 11, including half sizes, making it easy to find a comfortable fit. They also come in three color options, giving you a few versatile choices depending on what pairs best with your wardrobe. At the time of writing, the sage green and navy blue versions are the most affordable, both marked down to $60. 

Shoppers shared their thoughts on these “stylish” and “superb” sandals in the reviews section. One reviewer called them “the most comfortable wedges for walking,” sharing that they held up well through hours of “sightseeing on vacation.”

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If your summer wardrobe could use a comfortable sandal with a little Martha Stewart polish, the $60 Skechers Martha Stewart Parallel Lite Bliss Slip-Ins are worth a look. Shop them now while they’re 25% off during the final days of Amazon's Prime Day event!

Kids of the '90s and early '00s will immediately recognize Alexa PenaVega and Daryl Sabara as the iconic sibling duo from the 2001 hit movie Spy Kids, although they might be a bit shocked to realize that the beloved childhood classic was released a full 25 years ago.

Thankfully, no one's childhood dreams have to be shattered, as PenaVega and Sabara recently confirmed exclusively to Parade that they remain very close friends—in fact, they said, they remain family.

About their ongoing bond, Sabara shared, "We're family, you know? We're brother and sister forever, and the only person in my life who knows what I went through is her and vice versa."

PenaVega agreed, saying, "Yeah, not a lot of people understand what a special bond that we have, but even outside of that, the whole movie is based off of family and unity, so it's so cool that we are still such a family unit 25 years later."

"And now we both have our own families too, and to get our families together, we've done that before, which has been really fun and really special," Sabara added.

Regarding their families, Sabara and PenaVega shared that their kids have seen Spy Kids, with the exception of Sabara's youngest two, who are just three years old and five months old, respectively.

"I feel like they're just now getting into it," PenaVega said of her children. "My boys, I showed it to them when [they were] younger, and unfortunately they wanted Shark Boy and Lava Girl over Spy Kids, which, I was like, 'Cool. Thanks, guys.' But now they love Spy Kids."

Sabara explained, "I have a five-year-old, a three-year-old and then a five-month-old, so the three-year-old and the five-month-old, not yet, but my five-year-old has watched the first three and, yeah, he's a fan. He's kind of just in disbelief, like he's watching the screen and he's looking at me, and I'm with him. I'm like, 'Yeah, I don't know who that is either.' But, yeah, it's so fun to share with them."

Reflecting on the experience overall, Sabara said, "We're really lucky to be a part of those movies, and it's crazy that we're still talking about it 25 years later. Kind of just a testament to the movies of how, after all these years, they hold up."

PenaVega and Sabara also just worked together in collaboration with the Salvation Army to bring an incredible surprise to campers from underserved communities at a Salvation Army summer camp. The Spy Kids stars appeared together at the camp and participated in a range of spy-themed activities, including rock climbing and zip lining.

Alexa PenaVega and Daryl Sabara at a Salvation Army summer camp.

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About the experience, PenaVega shared, "I love Salvation Army. I have been volunteering with them and working with them for years and years and years. Even when I was little, we would do a lot of volunteer work with Salvation Army. So, to be an adult now and bring my children along, it's just been a really beautiful experience."

PenaVega continued, "Today, we actually get to be a part of one of their summer camp programs...They're helping people across the country, over half a million kids, at little or no cost to each child. And that only happens because of amazing donors, people volunteering their time. I always tell people a money donation is fantastic, but if you don't have the means, donate your time. Donate stuff that you have. There are so many different ways to give back."

Sabara responded in kind, saying, "I'm so thrilled. Alexa actually got me involved in this. And summer camp is so important...just for kids to have a place to go, find a community...getting in touch with nature. So, I'm just thrilled to be a part of it."

While the summer season officially started on June 21, for Big Brother fans, it will actually kick off in two weeks. That's when Season 28 of the iconic CBS reality show premieres, opening up the doors to the house (and subsequently closing them) for another group of houseguests to duke it out in the ultimate form of cabin fever in pursuit of $750,000. But could it be possible that this year's crop of contestants is full of familiar faces?

Now, to be frank (not Eudy), if you've been a longtime Big Brother fan, you know that rumors about returning houseguests, like a visit from OTEV or Zingbot, have become an annual occurrence. Every year, in May or June, gossip begins that alumni have been contacted, production has decided on an all-stars/captains/fans vs. favorites format, etc. And most years, the rumor mill is shut down when CBS announces the actual cast and theme. It seems this year, however, discussion of returnees is more prevalent than ants at the end of any given Big Brother season. And, while Parade has no intel as to whether or not Season 28 will feature an all-new group of houseguests, with nothing to do but wait until the big July 9 premiere, we figured it could be an opportunity to, much like eviction night, hear the pleas from both metaphoric nominees.

Here are our arguments as to whether Big Brother 28 will or won't be a returnee season. And, regardless of whether it's the case, be sure to tune into the 90-minute premiere on Thursday, July 9, and check out Parade's coverage all season long!

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Let's start with the less fun argument. The biggest piece of evidence in support of an all-new group of houseguests for Season 28 is that, with one exception, the "new era" of Big Brother has remained surprisingly free of returnees. Over the past five seasons of the show, among 82 houseguests, only one of them had played Big Brother before. Despite the show's consistent popularity, the producers and the casting team have been remarkably conservative about bringing people back, opting to create new fan-favorite players rather than bank on known entities.

The last time Big Brother had a season with more than one returnee was all the way back in 2020. And, to be honest, there's probably a good reason why. After years of consistent speculation, in the height of the pandemic, CBS announced its second-ever full all-star season. The cast was absolutely stacked on paper, combining old-school legends like Janelle Pierzina and Dani Briones, long-requested returns of people like Kevin Campbell and Keeha Smith, and recent standouts like Cody Calafiore, Tyler Crispen and Nicole Anthony. Unfortunately, the reality failed to live up to the high expectations set in the days leading up to the Big Brother 22 premiere.

What followed was one of the most straightforward seasons in the show's history. Nearly every competition was won by the majority alliance, which spent the first two months of the game cleanly picking off every outsider. Even among those who were dominating, the general mood among the houseguests was dour and depressing (completely understandable, given what the world was going through at the time). This may be a bit of fan fiction on our part, but we could see a world where, having seen the worst-case scenario of a returnee season play out, they would be cautious to go back to the stove again.

But perhaps the biggest smoking gun against a possible returnee season is simply the fact that we haven't heard anything about it yet! Season 22 revealed its all-star theme two weeks before the premiere (even though the always-next-level sleuthing on behalf of Big Brother fans was able to gather evidence to mount a case speculating as such). We've just reached that point, and there hasn't been any form of announcement from CBS about returning players, not even any vague clues posted on the show's social media. I know we've been told to "expect the unexpected," but wouldn't Big Brother want to hype up some returning veterans only a handful of days before its premiere?

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Why Big Brother 28will have returning players Rachel Reilly on 'Big Brother 27'

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Sure, has information about returning players come out around this time in the past? Absolutely. But for evidence to the contrary, we can look no further than the only returnee we've had in the past five years: Rachel Reilly. Last year, CBS did not reveal there would be a returning player until the premiere itself, simply teasing a seventeenth "mystery houseguest" along with some enigmatic clues. And even that information wasn't revealed until the cast of newbies was announced, which only happened two days before the Season 27 premiere. Given the fact that neither the house theme nor the houseguests are known yet, we have recent precedent to show that returning players could still be announced.

Reilly's presence in the house last year also showcases that Big Brother 28 can certainly feature some returnees, rather than all. Out of the 28 seasons so far (27 on TV and the online-only Over the Top), six of them had newbies playing with at least one veteran. Even if recent seasons have shied away from returning players, there's still plenty of examples in years past where producers have filled the house with one, four, or even six of them at a time. And, as odd as bringing Reilly back by herself may have seemed on paper, it was absolute knockout casting, showcasing how bringing in "reality royalty" can help stir up the gameplay and the drama among a new crop of characters.

It should also be mentioned that while only one alum actually played Big Brother last summer, there were many who appeared on the show proper. Over the course of the season, we got cameos from Tyler, Kaycee Clark, Angela Murray, Frankie Grande, Eric Stein and Jessie Godderz. 2025 also saw the debut of Big Brother: Unlocked, a companion series hosted by winners Taylor Hale and Derrick Levasseur that also featured appearances from Chelsie Baham, Jag Bains, Britney Haynes and Nicole Franzel. Though this may have simply been CBS pulling out all the stops in honor of the show's 25th anniversary, it could also be an indicator that the network is eager to dive back into the pool of previous players. Heck, technically speaking, there was a Big Brother all-star season after 2020, in the form of the holiday spinoff Reindeer Games!

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For our final piece of evidence, we have to turn to the vague online activity that always factors into the preseason speculation. As many fans have pointed out, the first press release for Big Brother 28 made no mention of a group of "all-new houseguests" moving in, with the omission of the phrase perhaps indicating they may not be entirely fresh faces. When asked last year by Entertainment Weekly if future seasons would mix veterans and newbies more, executive producer Alison Grodner replied, "You never know. I mean, it worked out nicely, but we don't necessarily like to repeat ourselves all the time either. I think it was nice that there was a break and that we had complete newbie casts playing. And so it just depends."

There's also the fact that there's been a rather coincidental amount of suspicious activity from a number of previous houseguests. Over the past couple of weeks, we've seen alums turn off their Cameos and go private on social media. Sure, legends like Danielle Reyes and Janelle have explained they've done so simply for work, not because of any possible return to the house. But wouldn't that be something a returnee would be saying as an excuse?! Could Ainsley be seeking her revenge and creating those deepfake posts and videos? Where are the pictures from these supposed trips to Greece?! If Dan's Funeral taught us anything, it's not to count any possibility out!

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Micky Dolenz, the last surviving member of the beloved pop-rock band the Monkees, just surprised his fans with a very special new release. Dolenz announced on social media that he would be coming out with a cover of Paul Westerberg's song "Terri" as the lead single on an upcoming vinyl EP.

He shared a clip of himself performing the track on Instagram, writing in the caption, "Micky Dolenz Paul Westerberg 'Terri' Tomorrow!"

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It's safe to say that fans of Dolenz were hyped up about the new song, with one commenting, "New music!!!!! Ahhhhhhhh yippee."

Other excited responses included, "Mickey AND Paul?!!?!," "Get it Micky!" and "What a great song." A few more fans wrote about how they would be seeing Dolenz in concert soon.

While the song will drop on streaming platforms this week, fans can get a physical copy of "Terri" in the form of a limited-edition ruby red vinyl release. The upcoming EP is called Timeless, and along with "Terri," the track list includes "Any Way You Want Me To," "Something Happened," "Waiting For Day," "Where Do The Tears Come From," and "In The Center Of My Heart (There Is A Force Commonly Known As Love)."

Friday Music describes the release as "a treasure trove of modern rock and pop songs that truly represents the good vibes and craftsmanship that his fans have come to know and love for his many years in the music business."

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Along with Westerberg of the Replacements, the album also includes collaborations with Andy Partridge of XTC, Shelby Lynne, Vicki Peterson of the Bangles, Adam Schlesinger of Fountains of Wayne, and Jonny Polonsky. The EP is currently open for pre-order, with the listed release date as Sept. 4, 2026.

Dolenz was one of the two lead vocalists and the drummer of the hit band the Monkees, which was founded in the mid-1960s. The rest of the lineup included Davy Jones, Michael Nesmith, and Peter Tork, although they have all died in the past 15 years.

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When Mila Kunis, 42, says that she's known her husband, Ashton Kutcher, 48, for most of her life, she's not exaggerating. The two first met on the set of That '70s Show when she was just 14 years old. In a 2017 appearance on The Howard Stern Show, Kutcher even admitted that their first kiss on the show was anything but romantic.

"It was really weird," he said. "I was like, 'Isn't this illegal?' It was really awkward. She was 14! She was like my little sister."

Living Out Their On-Screen Rom-Coms

The two have both described their relationship as sibling-like while they were on the show, and it was only years later that things became romantic. However, when they reconnected in 2012, Kutcher had just recently separated from Demi Moore after six years of marriage, and Kunis was still getting used to being on her own after an 8-year relationship with Macauley Culkin.

“It was funny because I’d just done this movie called No Strings Attached and she just did a movie called Friends with Benefits and we legitimately lived out our movies, which was virtually the same movie,” he said.

In an extended interview on The Drew Barrymore Show, Kunis explained that the fact that they'd known each other through all their different life stages has given them a major advantage.

The Ultimate Advantage: No Baggage, No Secrets

"He knew me through all of them. And I knew him through all of it," she said. "Through like, the good, the bad, the ugly, you know, and vice versa. So when we reconnected, there was no getting to know each other."

While there was still much to "discover" about each other, many of the small details about your family, past relationships, and experiences were already known to each other.

"There was no, 'But let me tell you all these hidden secrets, let me tell you all about my baggage,' we all knew," the Black Swan star continued.

"Our fundamentals, our foundation, everything is built on respect because we've known each other since I was 14 and he was 19," she added.

Kunis and Kutcher’s journey proves that the best love stories often take a lifetime to write. By growing up together long before coming together, they bypassed the usual relationship guessing games. Having already seen each other’s good, bad, and ugly, they turned a friendship into a real-life romance built on a rare foundation of total transparency, deep mutual respect, and decades of history.

Mitchel Musso is speaking out about why he declined an offer to join MileyCyrus for the Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special. 

The actor claimed the special “wasn’t the right thing” in his debut podcast interview on The Joe Vulpis Podcast, which was published June 24. 

Musso portrayed Oliver Oken on the 2006 Disney Channel sitcom. He shared his disappointment with how the beloved series celebrated its 20-year anniversary.  

“Do an episode. Do the show. The set’s still there,” Musso said. 

The Disney+ special took place on a replica of the original set. It was hosted by Alex Cooper and featured interviews between MileyCyrus and special guests, like her co-star and dad, Billy Ray Cyrus. 

“The kid in me was banking on it, like ‘I can’t wait for us to all be on set again,'” he shared. “And it just didn’t work out that way.”

Musso was also disappointed in the way they reached out to him about the special. When asked if he was offered a part in it, he said, “Of course they asked me. But, like I said, it wasn’t presented correctly. … It’s too long of a wait to do it in a way that isn’t even close to, in my opinion, correct.”

The actor left Hollywood 10 years ago but would’ve gladly reprised her role as Oliver. 

“They just did it differently, and it is what it is,” Musso said. “It wasn’t the right thing. And I was busy doing something that was more important. But it would have been way more important if it would have just been an episode, or a movie. Of course that would have been more important. That would have been everything. I would have dropped everything — eat, breathe, sleep it.” 

His on-screen girlfriend, EmilyOsment, who played Lilly Truscott, was also absent from the telecast and the premiere event. She did share a video on Instagram celebrating the Hannah Montana anniversary, and said she couldn't attend due to scheduling conflicts.  

Several of the Hannah Montana supporting cast members attend the premiere, such as JasonEarles (Jackson Stewart) and MoisésArias (Rico Suave).