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Adrian Vandenberg is gearing up to celebrate a remarkable milestone in his rock career.

The legendary Dutch guitarist announced on Instagram that he will mark his 50th anniversary as a professional musician with a special one-night-only concert in April 2027. The celebration will take place at the 013 venue in Tilburg, Netherlands, and will feature songs from across his career, including music from Vandenberg, Whitesnake, Manic Eden and MoonKings. Special guests are also expected to join him on stage, with additional details to be announced in the coming months.

"As crazy as it sounds and feels; I'll have my 50 year Anniversary as a rock musician, believe it or not," Vandenberg wrote. "It'll be PARTY TIME!"

The milestone marks five decades since Vandenberg formed his first semi-professional heavy blues-rock band, Teaser, in 1977. The group quickly landed a record deal, released its debut single that same year and embarked on European tours, launching what Vandenberg described as "the start of an exciting journey in rock."

While he first found success in his native Netherlands, Vandenberg became an international star during the 1980s with the band that bore his name.

"I didn't want to go with Vandenberg," he told Classic Bands, reflecting on how his band chose its name. "One of the executives from our record company, Atlantic, suggested it. I had a list of names, but I wasn't impressed with most of them because all the cool names were already taken I suppose. [...] I didn't want to do it initially because it's going to put even more focus on me and it's under a band name. But, they convinced me, and yeah, it's okay. I got used to it, so to speak."

Vandenberg's albums, including Heading for a Storm and Alibi, established the group as one of the era's standout hard rock acts before he joined Whitesnake in 1987.

Vandenberg's tenure with Whitesnake introduced him to an even wider audience. Although a wrist injury prevented him from playing on much of the band's blockbuster 1989 album Slip of the Tongue, Vandenberg remained an important member of the group.

"One morning when we were recording, I was laying down the rhythm tracks to the basic tracks, and as I started preparing the stuff that I wanted to record that day, it felt like somebody was clamping down on my wrist," Vandenberg told The Vinyl District of the injury. "After two or three days I knew everybody was waiting for me. I thought I had to do something because this was not getting any better."

Vandenberg flew back home to Holland to recover, but he wasn't down for long. He rejoinec the band throughout the late 1980s and early 1990s, co-writing several songs and performing on multiple world tours.

The anniversary concert won't be the only way Vandenberg is marking the occasion. He also revealed that 2027 will bring a documentary, a new album and a biography chronicling what he described as his "rather tumultuous life," along with other projects celebrating his career.

Nearly 50 years after releasing his first single, Vandenberg is still looking ahead. Between a milestone concert, new music and several major retrospective projects, 2027 is shaping up to be one of the biggest years of his career.

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It's beginning to taste like summer now that Blue Bell has revived one of its fan-favorite flavors to help you beat the heat.

The Texas-based ice cream brand announced that it is bringing back a delicious dessert in ice cream form—Southern Blackberry Cobbler Ice Cream is officially back for a limited time only.

"Set the table. Dessert is served!" the social media post teased, unveiling, "Southern Blackberry Cobbler Ice Cream returns to stores beginning today."

Fans can dig into a creamy ice cream "blended with a luscious blackberry flavor combined with flaky pie crust pieces and a blackberry sauce swirl."

It's Blue Bell's perfected trifecta that will have you savoring every scoop all season long.

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It comes in the half gallon tub, but it won't be around for long, so be sure to stock up while it lasts.

While this isn't the first summer flavor to drop from Blue Bell—new or returning—it was one fans said they've been "waiting" for.

"IM RUNNING TO THE STORE!" one commented, as another expressed, "I've been waiting!! Yes!!!"

"This sounds so heavenly!!" someone else chimed in.

While it’s unclear when the flavor first debuted, it was brought back in 2018 and has returned seasonally several times since.

It was widely praised last year, when someone shared on Reddit, "This flavor is a little nostalgic for me for certain reasons, so I will always hold it in high regard. It helps that it tastes good as well!"

"One of my favorite BB flavors. It's so good!" someone else exclaimed.

Blue Bell's summer lineup is giving us plenty of reasons to keep reaching into the freezer. In May, the brand announced the return of a peak summer flavor—Peaches and Homemade Vanilla—which first debuted in 1975, which was followed by the introduction of a brand-new flavor, Black Raspberry Fudge.

And after nearly a decade away, the brand's Red, White & Blue Bell Ice Creamalso made a comeback to help celebrate America's 250th. The “festive flavor” consists of “Strawberry Ice Cream loaded with succulent strawberries, a creamy vanilla flavored ice cream, and a smooth blueberry flavored ice cream with real blueberries packaged side by side in one carton.”

You can pick up Southern Blackberry Cobbler, or any of the other limited-time flavors, in stores now, and if you don't have one near you, the creamery delivers all over the U.S., so you can order all the flavors directly to your doorstep.

The View is still holding onto its daytime lead.

According to an ABC press release citing Nielsen data, The View ranked No. 1 in households and total viewers among daytime network talk shows for the week of June 8, 2026.

The show averaged 2.403 million total viewers for the week.

'The View' Led Daytime Network Talk Shows

ABC said The View ranked ahead of NBC's Today Third Hour, Today with Jenna & Sheinelle and NBC News Daily in both households and total viewers for the week.

The show averaged a 1.60 household rating and 2.403 million total viewers.

By comparison, Today Third Hour averaged a 1.26 household rating and 1.976 million total viewers, while Today with Jenna & Sheinelle averaged a 0.89 rating and 1.416 million total viewers.

The View also averaged 215,000 women 25-54 and 177,000 women 18-49.

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The latest numbers were not just a weekly win.

ABC said The View improved from the previous week in total viewers and women 18-49.

The show was up 1 percent in total viewers, going from 2.380 million to 2.403 million.

It was also up 6 percent among women 18-49, rising from 167,000 to 177,000 viewers in that demo.

ABC said that marked the show's strongest performance among women 18-49 in more than three months.

'The View' Posted Year-to-Year Gains

ABC also said The View was up year-over-year across the board for the second week in a row.

The show was up 3 percent in total viewers compared to the same week last year.

It also posted double-digit gains in key women demos, rising 11 percent among women 25-54 and 20 percent among women 18-49.

Season to date, ABC said The View is also improving among women 25-54 and women 18-49 compared with the same point last season.

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The Show Is Still No. 1 Season to Date

ABC said The View ranks No. 1 in households and total viewers among all broadcast daytime talk shows season to date.

The network said this marks the show's 9th straight season in the top spot by those measures.

That gives the latest weekly win a little more context.

The View has had no shortage of headline-making moments this season, but the newest ratings show the daytime panel is still drawing viewers.

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Summer is in full swing, and the Fourth of July is closer than it feels. This is the stretch of the year when weekends start filling up with backyard barbecues, pool days, and get-togethers. Everything centers around being outside, and while the food and drinks matter, it’s the tablescape that makes a setup feel special.

If you’re looking for an easy upgrade ahead of July Fourth (and beyond), the Thyme & Table Patriotic Charm Drinking Glasses are a sweet find. It’s $19 for the set — less than $10 per glass — with a red, white, and blue color palette that's perfect for celebrating America's 250th anniversary all summer long.

Thyme & Table Patriotic Charm Drinking Glasses, $19 at Walmart

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These drinkware sets bring a playful, patriotic touch to your table, but they’re just as functional as they are “festive,” according to shoppers. Made from durable, high-quality glass with a flat, weighted base that helps prevent tipping, they’re designed for everything from iced coffee in the morning to lemonade, spritzes, or cocktails. The 12-ounce size makes them easy to use day-to-day, and since they’re dishwasher-safe, cleanup is simple.

Each clear glass is finished with an indented, encapsulated charm-style design that mirrors a similar viral drinkware design. There are four print options to choose from, including bright red cherries with blue stems, classic red and blue fireworks, cherry and blue raspberry popsicles, and scattered red and blue stars. While some of the patterns naturally nod to the Fourth of July, Memorial Day, or Labor Day, others, such as the cherries and popsicles, are easy to use well beyond a single holiday, making them pieces you’ll reach for all season long.

Shoppers sang the “adorable” and “super cute” set’s praises. Many say they’re “perfect for the summer” and especially “fun for 4th of July.” One reviewer wrote, “These glasses look and feel high quality. The colors are vibrant and really stand out, especially with juice or cocktails.”

Another shopper agreed, adding, “They feel heavy and high quality, and I love how you can feel the designs on the outside of the glass.”

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For $19 at Walmart, the Thyme & Table Patriotic Charm Drinking Glasses deliver a boutique-inspired look for less, so you can pour, sip, and host in style without second-guessing the price tag. But hurry — these cute summer designs won’t last!

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In 1976, 10cc was already making itself known on the charts with hits like "I'm Not in Love," and later released another love anthem that captured interest. "The Things We Do for Love" became a well-made soft rock track that wasn't originally liked by a few band members.

The yacht rock classic was created during sessions for the band's How Dare You!, their fourth album, which was released that same year but didn't include the track. "The Things We Do For Love" was released as a single and later included in their fifth studio album, Deceptive Bends.

At the time, 10cc was going through some creative differences, with the media honing in on Kevin Godley and Lol Creme working as one creative duo, and Eric Stewart and Graham Gouldman as another. As a result, Stewart and Gouldman developed the band's next ballad, "The Things We Do for Love," with Stewart once saying it was based on his own experience.

“I remember walking through the rain and the snow when I lived in Manchester and we didn’t have a telephone. I had to go and find a phone box to ring the girl who was about to become my wife. The phones were down, and it was snowing, and these, these vivid pictures are there. If you put them in a song, a lot of people identify with a similar situation," he said, according to SongFacts.

Gouldman later added that Stewart originally wanted to write the song about suicide, and agreed it wasn't a good idea after convincing him otherwise. Stewart came up with the track's title, and Gouldman thought it was great in terms of "What are the things we do for love? What do you do? What should we do for love?"

When it came to Goldey and Creme's response to the track, they weren't fans of the direction the band was going in, according to Louder Sound. Stewart recalls what they said after having played the track for them.

"While we were recording it, Kevin was coming out with some heavy statements like, ‘I don’t want to do any more crap like this,’ after I played The Things We Do For Love to him and Lol, but we somehow managed to get enough songs together to release an album," he said.

Godley and Creme would later leave the band in 1977 after the release of Deceptive Minds. "The Things We Do for Love" was praised by critics as a well-crafted tune and landed at No.5 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It also landed at No. 12 on the Adult Contemporary chart and No. 4 on Cash Box. Decades later, it was covered by Amy Grant for the film Mr. Wrong.

Related: 1972 Ballad, Originally Written for a Horror Sequel, Became a No. 1 Friendship Anthem

When Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves premiered in 1991, expectations were already high. Kevin Costner had just swept the awards circuit with Dances with Wolves, earning seven Oscars, including Best Picture and Director, and Golden Globe Awards for Best Picture, Director, and Screenplay. Morgan Freeman was on his way to becoming everyone's favorite actor, Alan Rickman was at the top of his game, and Christian Slater was one of the hottest actors around.

So, the fact that the film, made on a $48 million budget, grossed almost $400 million worldwide, wasn't much of a shock. What did come as a surprise to many was how popular the movie's theme song, Bryan Adams' "(Everything I Do) I Do It For You" became, and still is, 35 years later.

Breaking Records (and Winning Grammys)

Adams' "(Everything I Do) I Do It For You," written specifically for Robin Hood, became his most successful single, reaching No. 1 in many countries, including the U.K., the U.S., Australia, Sweden, and Canada. It's 16 consecutive weeks on the Official U.K. Singles Chart still holds the record. In May 2026, the song joined YouTube Music's Billion Views Club, as well.

The song, which Adams said took 45 minutes to write, was nominated for an Oscar and won a Grammy award. Adams told Louder Sound in 2016 that he loved the song, but didn't realize it would take off the way it did. “We [Adams and Mutt Lange] knocked it out, then sat back to listen to it for the first time, and we looked up at one another and grinned," he explained. "Straight away, we knew that we’d written something beautiful, but I had no idea of the impact it would have.”

A Modern Streaming Powerhouse

The song is still popular and gains new fans every day. On Spotify, it's been streamed more than 800 million times. When Ranker asked readers to vote for the Best Ballad of the 90s, "(Everything I Do) I Do It For You" came out on top. On YouTube, the official music video has gained 23 million more views since reaching 1 billion views, while the combined viewership of other versions of the song on his page is 652 million.

The Timeless Legacy

Ultimately, while Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves delivered exactly the box-office success its star-studded pedigree promised, it was Adams’ power ballad that truly stole the show. What began as a 45-minute writing session transformed into an enduring cultural phenomenon, outlasting the film's initial hype and defining an era in music. Decades later, as the song continues to smash streaming milestones and capture new generations of listeners, it remains clear: the movie gave us a blockbuster, but the music gave us a timeless classic.

Jill Vedder, the stunning wife of Pearl Jam lead singer Eddie Vedder, is the epitome of glamour in a rare public appearance.

Jill, 48, a philanthropist and former model, was spotted alongside director Steven Spielberg at the opening of the Barack Obama Presidential Center in Chicago, Illinois, on Thursday. While her musician husband took the stage to perform next to fellow icon Bruce Springsteen, Jill exuded elegant glamour in a halter-neck top and black sunglasses. With her long, dark hair boasting red highlights, the beauty's history as a fashion model shone through.

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Do Jill and Eddie Vedder Have Children?

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Yes! The couple, who married in 2010, have two daughters: Olivia, 22, and Harper, 17.

Back in 2007, Eddie made it clear that he hoped his little girls would grow up to be activists.

“No matter how good you are, at some point your kids are gonna have to create their own independence and think that mom and dad aren’t cool, just to establish themselves,” the singer told reporters, PEOPLE shared.

The entire family made a rare appearance together last year, hitting up the red carpet at the world premiere of Matter of Time at the Tribeca Festival at the Indeed Theater at Spring Studios in New York City. 

What Does Jill Vedder Do For Work?

While she started her career as a model, Jill Vedder co-founded the EB Research Partnership (EBRP), a nonprofit dedicated to funding research for Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB). The Mayo Clinic defines Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) as a rare inherited condition that causes fragile, blistering skin. The rare and life-threatening genetic skin disorder affects children from birth.

In an Instagram post last year, Eddie Vedder shared the teaser trailer for the documentary Matter of Time, which was set against the backdrop of two concerts the Pearl Jam icon performed to benefit research of the disease, Parade previously reported.

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The violence in R-rated movies just keeps getting bloodier and more realistic, film buffs can agree.

Such grittiness on-screen isn't exactly new, however. Back in the late '60s, renowned director Sam Peckinpah helmed a groundbreaking bloodbath of a Western that's now celebrating 57 years since its release.

On June 18, 1969, The Wild Bunch hit the masses and sparked widespread debates due to its controversial depiction of extreme violence. These days, the Oscar-nominated epic holds an impressive 91% average critics' rating on Rotten Tomatoes, which offers the following synopsis:

"In this gritty Western classic, aging outlaw Pike Bishop (William Holden) prepares to retire after one final robbery. Joined by his gang, which includes Dutch Engstrom (Ernest Borgnine) and brothers Lyle (Warren Oates) and Tector Gorch (Ben Johnson), Bishop discovers the heist is a setup orchestrated in part by his old partner, Deke Thornton (Robert Ryan). As the remaining gang takes refuge in Mexican territory, Thornton trails them, resulting in fierce gunfights with plenty of casualties."

The late, great film critic Roger Ebert gave the film an impressive four out of four stars. While praising the film in his thoughtful review, he also took time to acknowledge how the wildly graphic violence throughout The Wild Bunch was hotly debated from the get-go.

"It has become this year’s controversial film about violence, the successor to The Dirty Dozen, Bonnie and Clyde and the Italian Westerns. It is also, many critics agree, an extraordinary film," he wrote in his August 3, 1969 piece. "I suppose The Wild Bunch is the most violent movie ever made."

He continues, "Thanks to recent advances in special effects, the blood actually spurts when somebody gets shot; there are geysers of blood everywhere... I am aware that the shootings in “The Wild Bunch” are the most realistic ever filmed."

Decades later, an article published by The Guardian goes on to say, "Two orgies of bullets bookend the adventure of an outlaw gang on the Mexican border, setting a new standard for the depiction of violence in its day that persists as dizzyingly intense now."

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There are three things guaranteed in the world today: Death, taxes, and Jeopardy! being on. Believe it or not, the iconic game show has been on the air for over 60 years (though the modern incarnation we know and love technically debuted in 1984). Under the watchful eye of Ken Jennings (who himself was a record-breaking champion), Jeopardy! puts three people's trivia skills and reflexes to the ultimate test. And so many of the greats to grace those podiums started by simply watching the show as it aired on weekdays, as millions have done for over half a century.

Here's a spoiler-filled recap of who won Jeopardy! today, plus the answer to Final Jeopardy.

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Who won Jeopardy today?Adam Remsen

Adam Remsen won his fifth consecutive game, earning $27,000 and pushing his three-day running total to $99,601. It also cemented his spot on Jeopardy! Tournament of Champions.

Who are the Jeopardy contestants today?Tyler Stevenson

Tyler Stevenson is a special educationteacher from Broken Arrow, Oklahoma.

Adam Remsen

Adam Remsen is an attorney and theater producer from Memphis, Tennessee.

Nora Inman

Nora Inman is a policy analyst from Louisville, Kentucky.

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What was Final Jeopardy today?

Final Jeopardy today was in the category "AROUND THE WORLD"

The clue: "The only places in mainland Africa where the euro is official currency are in territories of this nation."

The answer: "What is Spain?"

Remsen kept a runaway lead at the end of DJ with $26,200. He could lose every dollar of a reasonable wager and still walk away the champion. Wagering $800, he was the only one to answer FJ correctly for a final total of $27,000.

Meanwhile, Inman wagered $4,600, answered “What is… England We did it, baby!” and dropped to $2,800, while Stevenson took second place with a wager of $2,801, answering incorrectly (“What is Morocco? (Love you, Mom! Hope I made y”) and dropping to $9,199.

Remsen will be back on Friday for attempt number 6.

Did you get the answer? Sound off in the comments!

When is Jeopardy on next?

Jeopardy! will come back on Friday, June 19, with a new episode. Check your local listings to find out when to watch

Where is Jeopardy streaming?

Jeopardy! is available on both Hulu and Peacock. Subscribers can enjoy watching new episodes the next day, as well as access a vault of many classic episodes to enjoy at a moment's notice.

Related: Ken Jennings Reveals If 'Celebrity Jeopardy!' Questions Are Easier

For generations of television viewers, the words "Goodnight, John-Boy" have instantly brought back memories of one of TV's most beloved families.

Now, a new generation will get a chance to experience that world in a whole new way. UPtv announced that it has acquired all nine seasons of The Waltons, with the classic drama set to begin airing on the network July 3 in a newly remastered HD format.

The network will kick off the run with an all-day marathon beginning at 10 a.m. ET on July 3. After that, the series will settle into a regular weekday schedule, airing Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. ET.

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Originally airing from 1972 to 1981, The Waltons followed the Walton family as they navigated life in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia during the Great Depression and World War II. Created by writer Earl Hamner Jr. and inspired by his own childhood experiences in rural Virginia, the series became one of television's defining family dramas.

The show starred Richard Thomas as aspiring writer John-Boy Walton alongside Ralph Waite andMichael Learned as family patriarch John Walton Sr. and matriarch Olivia Walton. Other cast members included Judy Norton, Jon Walmsley, Mary Beth McDonough, Eric Scott, David W. Harper and Kami Cotler.

During its original run, The Waltons was a major ratings success. Its second season ranked No. 2 on television, and the series ultimately ran for nine seasons before spawning six reunion movies that aired between 1982 and 1997.

Related: ‘The Waltons’ Actress Dies at Her Chicago Home

According to UPtv, the series has been "painstakingly remastered in widescreen HD," allowing viewers to see the show in a format designed for modern television screens.

"The Waltons is one of the most beloved family series ever created, and we're honored to bring it to UPtv," Crissie Miller, UPtv's vice president of content strategy and planning, said in a statement. "Its portrayal of family, perseverance and everyday life continues to resonate, and we're excited to introduce the series to new viewers while welcoming back longtime fans."

More than 50 years after its debut, The Waltons remains one of television's most enduring family dramas, remembered not only for its Depression-era storytelling but also for the nightly exchange of goodnights that became one of the most recognizable catchphrases of the 1970s.

Related: Beloved 'Waltons' Star Reveals the Shocking Reason Behind a Decade-Long Hollywood Absence

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As you get older, your beauty routine needs to evolve. The products that once made your skin feel soft and hydrated may suddenly stop pulling their weight.

Lightweight lotions don’t quite cut it anymore, makeup starts clinging to dry patches you never had before and skin that always felt smooth can suddenly look thinner, duller and noticeably more dehydrated. My mom has been dealing with exactly that over the last year—and honestly, watching it happen made me realize just how much your skin’s needs evolve with age.

My mom, who is 60, has always had naturally healthy-looking skin, the kind that rarely needed much effort. But after the winter we just had, even she started struggling with intense dryness and crepey texture, especially on her arms, neck and under-eyes.

You know the look—skin that starts appearing thin, crinkled and almost papery due to declining collagen, dehydration and years of environmental stress adding up over time. It’s incredibly common, but it can also feel frustrating when your usual products suddenly stop working. At first, she kept layering on the same body lotions she’d always used, but her skin still felt tight and uncomfortable by the end of the day.

That’s when I convinced her to try a richer, more barrier-supportive formula: La Roche-Posay Lipikar AP+MAX Triple Repair Moisturizing Body Cream. I picked this one because it felt like the skincare equivalent of calling in reinforcements.

Instead of just sitting on top of the skin, it’s packed with moisture-loving ingredients like shea butter, glycerin and niacinamide that help replenish and support the skin barrier, all while delivering serious hydration. Within days, the difference was obvious. Her skin started looking smoother, calmer and significantly more hydrated, while that dry, fragile texture softened in a way neither of us expected to happen so quickly.

Now, it’s become the one product she tells all her friends about anytime the conversation turns to dry skin—which, apparently, happens a lot in your 60s.

Read on for everything you need to know about the body cream that completely changed her skin.

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The Body Cream That Transformed My Mom's SkinLa Roche-Posay Lipikar AP+MAX Triple Repair Moisturizing Body Cream, $22

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Once my mom started using this cream, it quickly became one of those products she refuses to be without.

What immediately stood out was how comforting it felt on the skin without being overly heavy or greasy. A lot of richer creams can sit on top of the skin and feel sticky, but this one absorbed surprisingly well while still delivering that deeply moisturized feeling her skin had been missing. Within a few days, the tightness and rough texture she’d been complaining about started noticeably calming down.

The formula itself is packed with ingredients that make sense for dry, compromised skin, including ceramides, shea butter, glycerin and niacinamide, all of which help support the skin barrier and lock in hydration.

It’s also designed specifically for sensitive skin, which is probably why it felt soothing instead of irritating on areas that had become especially dry and fragile. My mom kept mentioning how much softer and more comfortable her skin felt throughout the day, especially on her arms and neck where the crepey texture had been bothering her most.

Related: The 15 Best Body Lotions for Aging Skin, According to Board-Certified Dermatologists

3 Reasons Why She Swears by This Beauty Product1. No sticky residue

One of the first things my mom said after trying this cream was, "Wait…why doesn’t this feel greasy?" Which, honestly, is a fair question because most rich body creams tend to leave behind that heavy, sticky layer that makes you immediately regret putting clothes on afterward.

She’s been using this one consistently for a few months now, and the biggest surprise for her has been how quickly it absorbs while still feeling deeply moisturizing. She especially loves applying it in the morning because she can actually get dressed right after without feeling like her clothes are sticking to her arms and legs.

2. Keeps skin hydrated all day

Before this cream, my mom felt like she was constantly reapplying lotion because her skin would feel dry again by mid-afternoon. After a few weeks of using the La Roche-Posay formula regularly, that cycle completely changed.

The formula gives the cream that long-lasting hydration factor that her skin was clearly missing before, and she started noticing that her skin not only looked smoother overall, but actually stayed feeling hydrated throughout the day instead of tightening back up a few hours later. According to her, the biggest difference has been how much healthier her skin feels now—not just temporarily moisturized, but genuinely more balanced and resilient over time.

3. Safe to use near her grandson

One thing my mom is incredibly mindful about these days is the products she keeps around my brother's one-month-old son, especially anything heavily fragranced or potentially irritating. So the fact that this cream is dermatologist- and pediatrician-tested immediately made her feel more comfortable using it constantly throughout the day.

She loved knowing it’s gentle enough for sensitive skin and even safe for babies, which made it feel less like some overly aggressive "anti-aging" product and more like a dependable staple she could use without overthinking it. For her, that peace of mind matters just as much as the hydration benefits.

Related: 8 Best Tinted Moisturizers for Mature Skin, According to Professional Makeup Artists

Final Takeaways

Watching my mom regain confidence in her skin has honestly been the biggest takeaway from all of this. What started as her casually complaining about dryness after winter turned into a full hunt for something that actually made her skin feel comfortable again—and this ended up being the product she genuinely stuck with.

She’s now the person reminding me to moisturize, which feels like a full-circle moment considering I was the one who originally handed her the cream. And yes, I use it too—especially during the winter or anytime my skin starts feeling dry, tight or irritated. While my skin doesn’t need the same level of hydration hers does, I keep coming back to it because it’s one of those products that just works without any fuss.

More than anything, watching how much it transformed my mom's skin has been a reminder that aging skin doesn’t necessarily need a dozen complicated products—it often just needs the right kind of support, used consistently.

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Whoopi Goldberg had a very different reaction from some of her The View co-hosts during a debate about the New York Knicks visiting the White House.

On the Thursday, June 18 episode, the panel discussed Knicks owner James Dolan accepting an invitation to visit President Donald Trump at the White House after the team's NBA championship win.

The topic quickly split the table.

Whoopi Goldberg Said She Wants the Knicks to Go Courtside signage before the game between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs during Game One of the 2026 NBA Finals.

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Goldberg said she wanted every Knicks player to attend the visit.

"I want them to go," she said, according to TV Insider. "I want all those Black men to stand in our house and remind all of those people, as we tried to remind the vice president, that when you try to destroy one part of history, you're destroying all of our histories."

Goldberg said she wanted the players to show up as champions and as people who had been "down and came back up."

"For me, for this moment, it must be about more than him," she added, referring to Trump.

Sunny Hostin Had a Different Take

Sunny Hostin disagreed with the idea of the players attending.

According to TV Insider, Hostin said she believed Trump would "politicize" the event.

Alyssa Farah Griffin had a slightly different view. She said she supported the idea of players going, but believed they should have the right to skip the visit without facing pressure or backlash.

The debate followed Dolan's acceptance of the invitation on behalf of the team.

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Sara Haines focused on the position the players were placed in once Dolan publicly accepted the invitation.

She said Dolan's friendship with Trump made the situation more complicated for the players.

"I just think it's not fair to take any of the flowers and the beauty of this moment and its unity and try to then place it on the player's backs," Haines said.

The Knicks won their first NBA championship since 1973 earlier this month, defeating the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the NBA Finals.

The White House visit would mark another high-profile moment for the team, but the panel made it clear that not everyone sees the invitation the same way.

Related: 'The View' Star Whoopi Goldberg Defends Trump's NBA Finals Appearance for a Very New York Reason

The Visit Has Already Sparked Debate

White House visits for championship teams have become more politically charged in recent years, especially when players or teams disagree with the sitting president.

That was part of the tension at The View table.

For Hostin, the concern was that Trump would politicize the event. For Haines, the problem was that the players were being pulled into a public decision made by their owner.

Goldberg saw it differently.

She argued that the Knicks showing up could send its own message, separate from Trump.

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Rumors of Rulla Nehme Pontarelli's husband Brian Pontarelli's affair have been swirling all throughout the first season of The Real Housewives of Rhode Island, and one thing is holding true: Jo-Ellen Tiberi remains at the eye of the storm.

As seen in an exclusive clip of the RHORI Season 1 reunion obtained by Parade, things are kicking off between Rulla and Jo-Ellen, but this time, Rulla is coming with receipts.

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"I actually have Brian's surgery records for the day that alleged video was taken," Rulla tells Executive Producer Andy Cohen. "His whole entire schedule."

"Okay, well, we're taking a five-minute break," Cohen replies, sounding, honestly, a little burnt out.

The video in question? A clip Jo-Ellen received and later shared with the larger group that shows Rulla's husband of 11 years, Brian, intimately hugging and kissing another woman. Notably, the video pans to the dashboard of a vehicle that shows that the date and time is allegedly just one day prior to the highly dramatic polo match the cast attended.

"It's impossible!" Jo-Ellen says in response to Rulla's surgery record receipts.

"Okay, Jo-Ellen, anybody can change a date on their dash and everything," Rulla quips back.

Related: ‘RHORI’s Rulla Nehme Pontarelli Reveals What Viewers Didn’t See from Husband’s Affair Drama (Exclusive)

Despite what Jo-Ellen's video appears to show, Rulla is convinced that the affair with the woman she once referred to in a Parade interview as a "cockroach" is old news. She'd originally found out about the affair in December of 2024 after her co-star, Liz McGraw, sent her Instagram screenshots of the mistress sitting on Brian's lap, kissing him.

The affair came as quite a shock to Rulla.

"He was home with me," she explained on The Real Housewives of Rhode Island After Show. "And he'd be around on the weekends, most weekends. He was home every single night. He never slept out. ... So, you know, you'd think maybe sometimes a guy will take a vacation, he'll disappear for a bit, he won’t call you all day, you know. It was very bizarre."

Jo-Ellen has steadfastly believed that the affair is not, in fact, old news.

"He prints out AI things for you and tells you he's going to aesthetic conferences," Jo-Ellen tells Rulla in the clip. "And he goes with [the mistress]."

"That was before!" Rulla retorts.

She goes on to say that Brian hasn't been to a conference in some time.

"You're delusional," Jo-Ellen replies.

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As the pair argue, the other Housewives on the soundstage appear to dissociate in an attempt to stay out of it.

"You didn't even see the video," Jo-Ellen reasons with Rulla.

"It doesn't matter," Rulla says. "It was done."

This brings Jo-Ellen to a whole new level of heated.

"They didn't stop f---ing until December!" she says. "They were still meeting up in January."

From there, the producers plead with the ladies to stop arguing until they're properly back to taping post-break. They need to bring Brian out to weigh in, they say.

But this doesn't stop Rulla and Jo-Ellen from continuing to go at it.

"I'm so done," Rulla says, walking away. "I'm so done."

Tune in to part one of The Real Housewives of Rhode Island Season 1 reunion on Sunday, June 21 at 9pm EST. The episode will be available the following day to stream on Peacock.

Sasha and Malia Obama may have been little girls during their time in the White House, but the former First Daughters are all grown up!

Sasha, 25, and Malia, 27, the daughters of Former President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama, looked absolutely glamorous at the opening of the Barack Obama Presidential Center in Chicago, Illinois, on Thursday. Boasting a unique style, Malia, who currently works in the film industry, wore a gray blazer with a plunging neckline. Sasha wore a cream-colored outfit with an oversized leather belt. We may remember them as little girls, but they're certainly all grown up!

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Sasha Hit Up the Hoops With Her Parents

Back in February, Sasha attended the 2026 NBA All-Star Game with her parents at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, Calif. Rarely spotted out and about with her parents, the University of Southern California grad tends to fly under the radar these days.

“My favorite teammates on and off the court. 🏀,” the former First Lady captioned her Instagram post, which showed the couple sitting on the court with Sasha peering over their shoulders. With a glowing face that featured high cheekbones and smooth hair tucked behind her ear, Sasha was absolutely stunning.

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Over Thanksgiving, Sasha and Malia made a cameo on their parents’ social media accounts.

“During this season of giving, let’s do what we can to give back to the communities that have given us so much,” the Obamas captioned the family shot. “From our family to yours, have a wonderful Thanksgiving!”

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Back in June, Michelle Obama took to Instagram to celebrate her youngest daughter’s birthday with a sweet photo of the foursome enjoying a vacation together. Standing almost as tall as her mother, Sasha smiled as she leaned against her smiling dad.

“Happy birthday to my sweet girl, Sasha! Can’t believe how quickly time has flown. I’m so proud of the woman you’ve become. Love you always! 💕🥳,” Michelle captioned the family photo.

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Pennsylvania’s Agriculture Secretary has issued a quarantine order to protect livestock and pets amid concerns of the New World Screwworm (NWS). While no cases have been reported in Pennsylvania as of this writing, confirmed cases have been reported in Texas and New Mexico. These are the first reported cases in the U.S. in more than 60 years, which is why they're raising concerns.

What is the New World Screwworm?

The New World Screwworm is a parasitic fly. Its larvae infest the flesh of living animals, including livestock, pets, and wildlife. Rarely does it impact humans directly. The NWS is unlike many other flies and maggots because it feeds on living tissue, leading to wounds that can quickly become life-threatening if left untreated.

Secretary Russell Redding said to ABC 27, “Taking proactive steps now to strengthen biosecurity and limit unnecessary animal movements from affected areas will help protect our farms and communities.” 

While it’s not exactly known how the NWS reached the U.S. this time, some suspect it may be related to illegal cattle smuggling.

Related: What Is the Status of Hantavirus in the U.S.?

Livestock owners, veterinarians, and pet owners are being urged to regularly inspect animals for wounds that don’t heal or show signs of maggot infestation. Any suspicions of NWS should seek veterinary care right away. Ignoring signs can lead to its spread.

Is It Safe to Travel?

The quarantine order only affects animals right now. It establishes restrictions on domestic animals entering Pennsylvania from affected states. These include vulnerable animals such as cattle, sheep, goats, horses, dogs, and cats. Health officials are monitoring the situation to determine whether anything needs to change. The quarantine is not affecting summer travel right now.

Pennsylvania remains a top spot for summer travelers. It’s home to Hershey Park and the Poconos. As the largest amusement park in Pennsylvania, Hershey offers plenty of family rides and entertainment, and of course, chocolate! There’s even a boardwalk and plenty of Hershey characters walking around.

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The Poconos is a family-friendly spot with resorts, adventure parks, water parks, and much more. There are plenty of outdoor activities like boating, tubing, and more! While families enjoy a Poconos getaway, the area is also known as a romantic destination, offering luxurious amenities such as cozy cabins and couples' resorts.

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One of the most sing-along worthy moments in rock history almost never happened.

The song, as everyone knows it, was saved by two men getting on their hands and knees in a recording studio and begging a frontman who didn't believe in his own song.

It all started when Jon Bon Jovi walked into a writing session knowing exactly what he wanted to say. "Jon came in saying, 'I want to write a song about a struggling working-class couple,'" songwriter Desmond Child remembered. The couple in question was based on real people. Jon had friends who had married in high school, a pair named Bonnie and Joe, who were going through genuinely hard times. Their story became Tommy and Gina, a fictional couple holding onto each other through money troubles and their refusal to let go.

The bones of the song came together. The chorus — not so much.

There was pressure on all of this to work. Their previous album had underperformed and the band needed something bigger. What they had, so far, was a piano ballad with a chorus Jon thought was finished.

The line "We've gotta hold on to what we've got" was the entire chorus at first. Jon thought it was done. Child disagreed. "The 'We've gotta hold on' was the first chorus," Child said. "And Jon was happy with that, and I said, 'No, no, no, that's just the B section. Let's write the chorus now.'"

What they came up with next became one of the most unforgettably iconic openings in rock history.

But the fight wasn't over yet. The whole song had been written on the piano, and it definitely sounded like it. Jon just couldn't picture it any other way. He was the frontman of a guitar band, he said. A piano-driven song just wasn't going to work for them.

Child and Richie Sambora disagreed.

The Hands and Knees Moment That Saved an Anthem

"We got on our hands and knees, literally, and begged him to at least try it," Child said.

Jon finally gave in. They tried it as a rock track. What Sambora brought to the finished version, beyond the pivotal argument to try it, was the talkbox guitar riff that now opens the song — one of the most recognizable sounds in 1980s rock. In that moment, it became what it was always meant to be.

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"Livin' on a Prayer" reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in February 1987 and stayed there for four weeks. It became Bon Jovi's biggest hit and one of those songs that seems to get people up on their feet the moment it comes on. Years later, Jon summed up the impact of the song. It had, he said, "touched more lives than I could have ever dreamt."

That's about right. It works the same way in a stadium, a bar, a car and a wedding reception. It brings people together in a way that only happens when a song is exactly what it needs to be. Two people had to get on their knees to make sure this one was.

After years away, following vocal cord surgery that put his whole career in doubt, Jon Bon Jovi announced in late 2025 that the band was heading back out on tour. The Forever Tour starts at Madison Square Garden in July 2026. It’ll be their first show since Jon's 2022 surgery. "I'm ready and excited," he said.

In a way, it's the same story the song has always been about: someone was told it probably wouldn’t work, refused to accept that, and came out the other side on top.

The man who once had to be talked into believing in his own song is heading back to the stage to sing it again.

The crowd already knows every word and is eagerly awaiting his return.

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These days, retirees are warned about financial drains like phishing emails or fake IRS calls, but there’s another scheme that can be harder to recognize because it often doesn’t look like a scam at all: multi-level marketing companies, or MLMs.

According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), “An MLM is a type of company that distributes products or services through a network of participants who are typically not employees of the company and do not receive a salary or wage." Instead of a traditional paycheck, participants earn money by selling products—and by recruiting others into the system, building what are known as “downlines.” The FTC also notes that most MLM participants earn little or no profit, with earnings heavily concentrated among those at the top of the structure.

Why MLMs Feel So Familiar to Older Adults

Coming of age during the heyday of Tupperware and Avon, direct selling and MLMs feel familiar. Companies like Amway expanded the MLM model, blending product sales with recruitment under an “American Dream” narrative of entrepreneurship, legacy building, and financial independence.

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Courtney M. Werning, Esq., Principal at Meyer Wilson Werning spoke with Parade about handling elder financial abuse matters and says a trusted history creates a powerful opening for recruiters. “For an entire generation, direct selling was a legitimate, neighborly way to do commerce,” she explains. “That cultural memory creates a default of trust that today’s MLM operators rely on.”

How Loneliness Becomes a Recruitment Tool

The stress of senior isolation and mental health is also an important factor to consider. Likely to experience major life transitions like retirement, loss of a spouse, or distance from family if they've moved away, seniors might see MLMs as filling the loneliness gap.

“They sell community, ‘sisterhood,’ weekly Zoom calls, conferences, group texts,” Werning explains. “For someone who hasn’t been invited to anything in months, that’s not a sales pitch. That’s a lifeline. The product almost becomes secondary to the connection.”

That sense of belonging can also make it harder to step back and evaluate the financial realities of the opportunity, especially when participation suddenly brings regular social interaction and gives their days purpose.

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Why the Pitch Almost Always Comes From Someone You Know

Facing higher costs on fixed retirement savings, retirees might consider a vague MLM pitch that emphasizes flexibility and phrases like “financial freedom” and “residual income.” With the pitch likely coming from a trusted source, the emotional and financial pressure is what makes the model so effective.

"The recruiter is almost always someone they know," Werning says. "Unlike a cold-call broker scam, MLM pitches come from a friend, a church member, a former coworker, a niece. Refusing the pitch feels like refusing the relationship."

The Bigger Threat MLMs Represent for Retirees

The promise of MLMs is simple: income, flexibility, and community. But experts say the reality is more complicated—especially for retirees who are often targeted at moments of transition. MLM schemes fall within a larger pattern of elder financial exploitation that includes investment fraud and other high-pressure schemes .“ The psychology is the same: trust, isolation, shame, and complexity,” Werning says.

Once trust and belonging are part of the pitch, the line between opportunity and risk becomes much harder to see.

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Unless you actually live under a rock like Patrick from SpongeBob, you're well aware of the wildly viral dot cakes that have been dominating social media feeds for the past month and a half. They're essentially just single-serving-sized cakes topped with buttercream and completely coated in a layer of multi-colored nonpareil sprinkles. Groundbreaking? Not necessarily. Incredibly trendy and made for viral fame? Absolutely. Despite its almost banal, utter simplicity, dot cakes have taken the internet by storm, with seemingly everyone jumping on the trend and trying to recreate it themselves. 

From inventive variations that sub the classic vanilla flavor for cookies and cream or lemon mascarpone to savory versions made with caviar, everyone seems to be in a sprinkle-coated stupor. Even some of our favorite brands, like Crumbl, are cashing in on the viral trend by offering their own versions of the treat that's sure to define this era. The latest chain to jump on the dot cake bandwagon, though, might have cracked the code at making it entirely their own while also cutting the price of the original in half. 

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That’s right, friends, the Publix bakery just dropped its very own Sprinkle Crunch Shortcake, and it'll only set you back a meager $5. Publix's version consists of two cake layers with buttercream, a generous amount of buttercream in between and on top, and a signature blanket of crunchy sprinkles. In addition to the classic rainbow-coated vanilla flavor, Publix is also offering a chocolate option with monochromatic crisp, chocolatey bits in place of sprinkles. 

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As if that wasn't already plenty, Publix's variation on the viral treat is also noticeably larger, with one being enough to share between a few people. That is, if we don't eat it all in one sitting first. As expected, fans couldn't contain their excitement at the news, with several saying, "You had me at sprinkles 🤤." "Tried one yesterday and it was 🔥," one person gushed. Another called it their "new obsession." That being said, a few fans mentioned not being able to find them at their local store just yet, but according to Publix, you should find them at all bakeries in no time. 

Whether you're all in on the dot cake craze or not, Publix rarely misses, and we're sure their take on the viral trend will be no different. So, which flavor are you most excited for, vanilla or chocolate? Personally, we'll take one of each.

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Staying organized on the road can definitely be a challenge, but it's also not impossible! Especially if you have the right organizational products, keeping your snacks, drinks and other essentials easy to access and in order is a breeze. Luckily, Aldi gets it and just brought back its fan-favorite trunk organizer just in time for summer road trips. It retails for just $12.99.

Aldi's Ride+Go Car Organizer is an absolute game changer for road trips. It is available in three colors, including aquamarine (pictured below), black and beige. It features multiple compartments, including a large section where you can stow away everything from your beach towels and extra clothing like sweatshirts to beach reads and more. There is also a cooler compartment that keeps your food and drinks cold up to six hours. A removable zippered cooler bag is also included for added convenience.

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Finally, there are various side pockets where you can keep spare headphones, your chargers, notebooks and more. This is truly a must-have for summer, especially for parents. Easy carry handles make it easy to move this in and out of your car.

Ride+Go Aquamarine Car Organizer, $12.99 at Aldi

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Measuring 23 by 13 by 12.99 inches, this car organizer features a collapsible design. You can fold it away neatly when it's not in use, only adding to practicality. What's more, this trunk organizer comes with a hook-and-loop fastener at the bottom. This way, the Ride+Go Car Organizer does not move around in your trunk while traveling. This gives you peace of mind—and keeps your car tidy and free of clutter.

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You can pick up one of these Ride+Go Car Organizers at select Aldi stores right now as part of the German grocery store chain's current rotation of Aldi Finds, weekly product specials that change in and out every week on Wednesdays. Aldi Finds include everything from travel necessities like these car organizers to cute seasonal clothing and so much more.

If you are interested in other Aldi Finds, be sure to check out this stylish rolling cooler that's perfect for summer get-togethers and these chic cooling comforters, a hot sleeper's dream come true.

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Walking down the candy aisle at Trader Joe's is always a dangerous game. Just when you think you have your grocery budget under control, the grocery chain drops a brand-new, limited-edition treat that you absolutely have to throw into your cart. The latest summer release swaps out the nutty filling of their famous dark chocolate peanut butter cups for a bright, tropical twist.

The brand-new Trader Joe's Dark Chocolate Mango & Passion Fruit Creme Thin Cups ($4.29) just hit store shelves and are getting positive reviews. Shoppers are already buying bags by the armful, with several fans warning that the sweet-and-tangy treats are dangerously addictive.

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What to Know About the New Chocolate Cups

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These new sweets are a major twist on their traditional, deep-dish chocolate cups. Instead of a thick, heavy shell, these treats feature a much flatter, coin-like profile. Each piece is just a little wider than a quarter, making them incredibly easy to pop right into your mouth. They are imported from Slovakia and currently retail for $4.29 per 7.04-ounce resealable bag.

Inside the rich, dark chocolate shell is a thin, smooth layer of fruit créme infused with tropical mango and passion fruit flavors. Because the cups are so flat, they are designed to give you a perfect balance of bitter cocoa and tart fruit without feeling too heavy or overly sugary.

A serving size is six pieces, which comes in at 170 calories, making them an excellent option when you just want a quick sweet fix after dinner. Just keep in mind that these are a seasonal item. Trader Joe's has confirmed they will only be available from June through August, meaning you'll need to stock up your pantry before they vanish for the fall.

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What Do Trader Joe's Fans Think of the New Candy?

Many Trader Joe's shoppers love these bite-sized candies. "These are awesome! They are small, so you can have a couple and not go overboard satisfying your sweet tooth," says one commenter on Facebook. "Those are addictive," raves another Facebook user. Shoppers also love the fact that they're gluten-free.

However, not everyone's sold on the snack. "I tried them and thought they were just ok. I can't taste the fruit at all. The dark chocolate is good, but I wish the fruit flavor had more of a punch," notes one Facebook user. And that's the most common complaint. It needs more fruit, but many would still buy it again despite this minor flaw.

If you want to taste the snappy dark chocolate and vibrant fruit flavors for yourself, this affordable treat is definitely worth adding to your grocery list. Just make sure to check the snack aisle closely on your next shopping trip, because like all of the best limited-edition summer releases at Trader Joe's, this sweet bag won't stay on store shelves for long.

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