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Dancing With the Stars pro Val Chmerkovskiy is giving fans something to look forward to. The DWTS favorite is teasing a return to the Dancing With the Stars: Live! tour while also competing on Season 35 of the ABC hit series with celebrity partner Jenna Dewan. Chmerkovskiy was hospitalized in March after experiencing severe vertigo during the 2026 tour, but that isn’t stopping the fan favorite from hinting at his return to the upcoming tour.

In a clever video shared on social media, Chmerkovskiy can be seen taking an afternoon swim break when he gets “the call” from the DWTS tour. With the caption “Guess Who’s Back…” fans are left to assume Val will be hitting the road for the live show once this season’s Mirrorball winner has been named.

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DWTS fans couldn’t be more excited. “Shaking like a leaf,” shared one fan on social media. Another added, “Wherever it is, we’ll be there.”

“Oh my god,” gushed another. “It’s happening. Everyone stay calm.”

Val Chmerkovskiy Teases a Return to the Dancing With the Stars Tour

Val Chmerkovskiy is a longtime fan favorite on Dancing With the Stars, having appeared as one of the show’s pros for 20 seasons over 15 years. Born in Odessa and raised in Brooklyn, Chmerkovskiy has won the Mirrorball Trophy three times. Beyond the TV competition, he’s also a familiar face on the show’s live tours, alongside his wife and fellow DWTS pro Jenna Johnson.

His potential return to the upcoming tour comes after a difficult experience on the 2026 road show. In March, the famed dancer was hospitalized in Peoria, Illinois, after experiencing vertigo for several days. He explained on social media that his symptoms had worsened over time. He missed the Peoria performance while receiving medical attention and recovering.

The incident gave fans a glimpse into the physical demands of performing high-level dance routines night after night while traveling across the country.

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Chmerkovskiy’s tour tease comes as he’s also back in the television ballroom, competing on Season 35 with actress and former professional dancer Jenna Dewan. Dewan began her career as a backup dancer for Justin Timberlake and Janet Jackson before setting her sights on acting.

Chmerkovskiy has acknowledged that the pressure is on for the duo, telling People that Dewan’s dance experience comes with high expectations from fans. Twenty years after Dewan starred alongside Channing Tatum in Step Up, she’s hoping to bring home Chmerkovskiy’s fourth championship.

How the Dancing With the Stars Live Tour Works

Whether fans can expect to see Jenna Dewan alongside her TV dance partner Val Chmerkovskiy on the upcoming DWTS live tour remains to be seen. For now, fans can watch the dynamic pair on television and hope to see Val live and in person when the DWTS tour hits the road after the Season 35 finale.

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Pet insurance is easy to question when your dog or cat is healthy. You pay a monthly premium for coverage you may not use that year, while routine veterinary expenses still come out of your own pocket. But one serious illness, emergency visit or surgery can change the calculation quickly.

That is the basic tradeoff. Pet insurance exchanges a predictable premium for protection against a potentially larger, unexpected veterinary expense.

Interest in that protection continues to grow. The North American Pet Health Insurance Association reported that 7.6 million pets were insured across the U.S. and Canada at the end of 2025, up 8.5% from 2024.

So, is pet insurance actually worth paying for in 2026? The answer depends largely on how much financial risk you’re comfortable carrying yourself. Here’s what you need to know.

Lemonade offers customizable accident-and-illness coverage for dogs and cats, allowing owners to choose deductibles, reimbursement levels and annual limits based on their budget.

How Much Does Pet Insurance Cost in 2026?

Pet insurance prices vary considerably by pet and policy. Factors can include the animal’s species, breed, age, location and the coverage and deductible selected. The National Association of Insurance Commissioners identifies all of these as factors that can influence premiums.

The latest detailed industry figures from NAPHIA show that U.S. accident-and-illness coverage averaged $62.44 per month for dogs and $32.21 for cats in 2024. However, individual 2026 quotes may differ substantially from those industry averages.

Lemonade currently advertises pet policies starting at $10 per month, although the actual premium depends on the pet and coverage selected.

What Costs Can Pet Insurance Help Cover?

Accident-and-illness insurance is primarily designed for unexpected medical problems rather than every veterinary expense. For example, Lemonade’s base policy can cover eligible diagnostics, procedures and medications for covered accidents and illnesses. This includes blood tests, X-rays, CT scans, MRIs, hospitalization, surgery and prescription medications.

Expense

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Unexpected injury

Often covered if eligible

New illness

Often covered after the applicable waiting period

Diagnostic imaging

May be covered for eligible conditions

Surgery

May be covered for eligible conditions

Routine annual exam

Usually requires wellness coverage

Vaccines

Usually requires preventative coverage

Pre-existing condition

Generally excluded

Optional preventative-care packages can extend coverage to certain routine expenses, but those benefits should be evaluated separately from protection against major unexpected bills.

When Is Pet Insurance Most Likely To Be Worth It?

Pet insurance tends to be most valuable when a large, unexpected veterinary expense would be difficult to pay comfortably out of pocket.

Someone with enough savings to absorb several thousand dollars in emergency treatment may reasonably choose to self-fund that risk. Another pet owner may prefer predictable premiums so an unexpected illness or injury does not create the same financial strain.

The policy structure matters, too. Lemonade currently lets customers choose annual deductibles of $100, $250, $500 or $750 and reimbursement rates of 70%, 80% or 90%. A higher deductible generally lowers the premium but increases what you must pay before reimbursement begins.

Lemonade lets pet owners adjust those variables when building a policy, making it easier to balance the monthly premium against potential out-of-pocket costs.

Why Buying Pet Insurance Early Can Matter

Waiting until a pet develops a health problem can significantly change what insurance will cover. Pet insurance generally excludes pre-existing conditions. Lemonade defines these as conditions that showed symptoms, were diagnosed or received treatment before coverage became effective or before applicable waiting periods ended.

Lemonade currently has no accident waiting period, a 14-day illness waiting period and a 30-day orthopedic waiting period, although policy details can vary by state. That means purchasing insurance after your dog develops a knee problem or your cat begins showing symptoms of diabetes generally won’t make treatment for that existing condition eligible.

Insurance is, therefore, easier to evaluate while a pet is still healthy rather than after an expensive diagnosis occurs.

Related: The Questions Vets Wish Every Pet Owner Asked Before Buying Insurance

What Are the Biggest Drawbacks of Pet Insurance?

The main drawback is simple: you may pay premiums for years without receiving reimbursements equal to what you spent. That’s how insurance works. Its value isn’t guaranteed savings; it’s transferring part of the risk of a potentially large expense. Owners also still face deductibles, co-insurance and coverage limits.

Most pet insurance uses a reimbursement model, meaning you generally pay the veterinarian first and receive reimbursement for eligible costs afterward. Pre-existing conditions remain another major limitation, and routine wellness expenses may require additional coverage.

Is Pet Insurance Better Than a Pet Emergency Fund?

A savings account and insurance solve the same problem differently. Savings give you complete control over the money and can pay for expenses that insurance excludes. The limitation is how quickly that fund grows.

Saving $50 per month produces $600 after one year. If a major emergency occurs several months after you start saving, the available balance may be far below the veterinary bill.

Insurance provides access to a larger potential reimbursement earlier, subject to the policy’s deductible, reimbursement percentage, exclusions and annual limit. For some households, the strongest approach may be both: insurance for large eligible expenses and savings for deductibles, routine care and non-covered costs.

So, Is Pet Insurance Worth It in 2026?

There isn’t one answer for every dog or cat owner. Pet insurance is easier to justify if an unexpected multi-thousand-dollar veterinary bill would force you to borrow money, delay treatment or make a difficult financial decision. It may be less compelling if you already maintain substantial savings specifically for veterinary emergencies and are comfortable assuming that risk yourself.

Before purchasing, compare more than the monthly premium. NAIC recommends considering exclusions, deductibles, payment limits and waiting periods when evaluating pet insurance.

The question isn’t whether you will definitely get back more than you pay. It’s whether transferring part of the financial risk of an unexpected illness or injury is worth the ongoing premium to you.

If pet insurance fits your budget, Lemonade allows dog and cat owners to customize accident-and-illness coverage by adjusting the deductible, reimbursement percentage and annual limit. Review the policy details and exclusions carefully before choosing coverage.

Mary Louise Weller, who is best known for her role as Mandy Pepperidge, the Pi House sorority sister, in the movie Animal House, has died at the age of 79.

“With a heavy heart, I share that Mary Louise Weller [‘ML to those that knew and loved her] passed away this morning after a brief illness. The family is asking for privacy & respect at this difficult time. Thank you all for your supportive words & continued kindness,” the actress’ Facebook account announced, per Extra TV.

Her friend, David Marks, also paid tribute to the actress on his Facebook page, writing, “It is with great sadness that I share the devastating news of the passing of our dear friend, Mary-Louise Weller. Beautiful Mary, friend, actress, model, equestrian, passed away quietly.

Along with Animal House, she also appeared in television shows such as Baretta, Kojak, Starsky & Hutch, Supertrain, Vegas, Fantasy Island, and CHiPs. She portrayed a marine biologist in the NBC telefilm Hunters of the Reef and a college student in the horror movie The Evil.

“I was the beautiful girl in trouble or the rich guy’s daughter who owns a Porsche and won’t give you the time of day,” she said of her acting career in a 1986 interview with the Los Angeles Times.

Following the news, fans paid tribute to the actress.

“Very sad news for @NationalLampoon’s #AnimalHouse devotees (and we are many): Farewell to #MaryLouiseWeller, perfect as sorority queen Mandy Pepperidge. The actress said she was advised that if she took the part, it would be the one she was always most known for. And … yes,” one person wrote.

“Rest in Peace and Godspeed to Mary Louise Weller a.k.a. Mandy Pepperidge from “Animal House.” 😢,” another person commented.

We just lost another legend 🕊️… Her memorable performances across film and television left a lasting mark on generations of fans. Rest in peace ❤️,” someone posted.

He’s been nominated multiple times, and Brad Pitt finally won his acting Academy Award in 2020 for Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood.

The year prior, Quentin Tarantino‘s western comedy wasn’t the only acclaimed film starring Pitt, now 62. His more leading turn in 2019 came with Ad Astra, which just dropped on Netflix in case fans of the A-lister haven’t seen it yet.

The sci-fi adventure film was directed by James Gray, who’s been making headlines this awards season as his latest feature Paper Tiger makes the festival rounds. Starring Adam Driver, Scarlett Johansson and Miles Teller, the New York-set drama premiered at Cannes and has earned some Oscar buzz since.

Going back seven years, Gray, 57, helmed another star-studded project — but in a wildly different genre. Pitt stars in Ad Astra (the title meaning “to the stars”) alongside Tommy Lee Jones, Ruth Negga and Donald Sutherland.

The emotionally charged sci-fi film holds an impressive 83% average critics’ rating on Rotten Tomatoes — and if you’re thinking, “I’ve seen much better percentages on the website,” bear in mind that this Tomatometer is based on a whopping 397 verified critic reviews. When was the last time you saw a movie gather that many on the platform?

Here’s Rotten Tomatoes’ offered synopsis of Ad Astra: “Thirty years ago, Clifford McBride (Jones) led a voyage into deep space, but the ship and crew were never heard from again. Now his son (Pitt) — a fearless astronaut — must embark on a daring mission to Neptune to uncover the truth about his missing father and a mysterious power surge that threatens the stability of the universe.”

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Johansson, 41, who stars in Gray’s new movie, had to skip their Cannes Film Festival premiere earlier this year, but she reunited with her co-stars at the recent New York Film Festival screening. Find out more here.

For Talking Heads fans, memories can’t wait, and the band is finally opening the vault on one of its most adventurous eras.

Fear of Music, the band’s third album, is getting a “super deluxe reissue” on Nov. 13 via Rhino. Its biggest draw is two full concerts from the 1979 tour that have mostly never been heard.

By 1979, Talking Heads had outgrown the CBGB scene that launched them. Working again with producer Brian Eno, David Byrne, Tina Weymouth, Chris Frantz and Jerry Harrison recorded much of Fear of Music in Frantz and Weymouth’s Long Island City loft, using a mobile recording truck parked outside.

The result was complex, layered and more rhythmic than anything they’d done previously. Opener “I Zimbra” built its lyrics from a Dada sound poem by Hugo Ball and featured King Crimson’s Robert Fripp on guitar. Meanwhile, “Life During Wartime” became a fan favorite and later a high point of the 1984 concert film Stop Making Sense. The album peaked at No. 21 on the Billboard 200, the band’s best showing at the time.

The heart of the Super Deluxe Edition is a pair of complete concerts recorded just months after the album’s release. The first was taped at Boston’s Berklee Performance Center on Aug. 24, 1979, and the second at the Capitol Theatre in Passaic, N.J., on Nov. 17, 1979. Together they show the band testing its new songs out onstage as its sound was rapidly evolving.

Studio diehards get alternate takes of “Mind,” “Cities,” “Drugs” and “Life During Wartime,” along with the unfinished outtake “Dancing for Money” and the 12-inch version of “I Zimbra.” There’s also a 60-page hardcover book with rare photos and liner notes by Will Hermes, whose Love Goes to Buildings on Fire chronicles the 1970s New York scene that produced the band. The Blu-ray adds Dolby Atmos and surround mixes, plus footage from the band’s appearance on the BBC’s The Old Grey Whistle Test.

The set comes as a 3CD/Blu-ray or 6LP box, while a 2LP edition offers the remaster and rarities.

The band announced the reissue on SiriusXM’s Front Row while launching a dedicated Talking Heads channel. Pre-orders are open now for anyone who can’t wait on those memories. 

It’s hard to imagine Elvis Presley struggling to win over a crowd.

But 72 years ago today, the future King of Rock ‘n’ Roll stepped onto one of country music’s most famous stages, and the reaction was far from what he had hoped.

On Oct. 2, 1954, Presley made his one and only appearance on the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville. He was just 19 years old and still working as a delivery driver while trying to launch his music career.

Presley had recently signed with Sun Records and recorded his unconventional version of “Blue Moon of Kentucky.”

When he brought the song to the Opry, however, his rockabilly sound stood in stark contrast to the traditional country music favored by much of the audience.

Presley performed alongside guitarist Scotty Moore and bassist Bill Black, delivering the song with the energetic style that would soon help make him famous. The crowd, however, responded with only polite applause. History describes the performance as a disappointment for the young singer.

A famous story claims that Opry manager Jim Denny told Presley to return to driving a truck after the performance. But that anecdote has been disputed, so it shouldn’t be treated as established fact.

What is certain is that Presley never performed at the Grand Ole Opry again.

And his career wasn’t exactly derailed by the experience.

Just two weeks later, Presley appeared on the Louisiana Hayride, where he secured a regular spot on the influential country music radio program. That exposure helped introduce his rapidly developing sound to an even wider audience.

Within a few years, Presley would become one of the biggest stars in music history.

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Dancing with the Stars judge Derek Hough just showed off his dad bod in a new Instagram post, and fans can’t get enough of the pic. 

The professional dancer and his wife, Hayley Erbert, welcomed their daughter, Everley Capri Hough, in December of 2025. Hough and Erbert shared their pregnancy journey with the world, posting a heartfelt video on Instagram in October of 2025 with the caption, “There are some things in life that change you forever. For us, this is one of those things. A chapter of love, loss, heartbreak, and everything in between. As we are now in October, Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, we share this part of our story to honor our baby that never made it earthside.”

Fast forward a few months, and the couple revealed that their rainbow baby had arrived: “Every step of our lives has led us to you. Our hearts have been cracked wide open, and our world is forever changed.”

Now that Hough is officially a father, it looks like he’s getting into his version of dad bod shape. In a new post featuring his six (or maybe 12) pack, the DWTS judge revealed, “New dad, new commitment to health. Chasing longevity so I can provide and show up for her with energy and love every day.”

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Based on the comments, Hough’s fans are definitely enjoying his “new commitment to health.” One commenter gushed, “Is that a 10 pack? Geezzzz,” as others added, “Showing off your dad bod, Derek,” “The only person I know with abs on the side in addition to abs in the front”, “Your six pack has a six pack,” and “Absolutely shredded zaddy!”

This isn’t the first time Hough put his six-pack on display. Back in August, he shared an outdoor photo of himself  “Watering the plants.” 

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Like in the recent pic, this “thirsty” photo left fans giddy (to say the least). “How come my hubby doesn’t look like that when he waters our plants?” one commenter responded. Former NLT frontman Travis Garland teased the dancer, writing, “A shirt hates to see this guy coming,” as Hough’s fans added, “This should be the standard for dad bods”, “40 years old and looking 20 years young. Good man,”  and “Lord have mercy.” 

Hough’s wife even commented on the post, writing, “I don’t see much watering happening here.” The loving husband and doting dad replied with a cute quip, “Just thirsty.”

R&B/gosepl group the Staple Singers found themselves with the biggest hit of their careers in 1971 with a rock edge that cemented itself as a civil-rights anthem once recorded by a future actor.

“Respect Yourself” was originally released as a single before it was included on their Be Altitude: Respect Yourself album. The track was developed by Stax Records singer Luther Ingram and house songwriter Mack Rice. They knew it was a hit from the moment it was created, and they were right, as it became a crossover hit on the charts.

The Staple Singers’ song landed at No. 13 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and at No. 2 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. Their overall album was praised as having been the “message that rock music was still looking for,” with Mavis Staples having once said they were “very aware of the message” the song was putting out there during the civil unrest of the 1970s.

“Respect Yourself” came about from a conversation between Ingram and Rice that producer Al Bell remembers clearly. He recalls Rice walking into his office one afternoon in early 1971, telling him about a track he thought would be perfect for the Staple Singers. After playing the track on his three-string guitar, Bell was “knocked out” by what he heard and asked where the inspiration came from.

“Mack said he was talking with songwriter Luther Ingram about all the things going on with our people. At one point, Luther said, ‘Black folks need to learn to respect themselves,'” said Bell to the Wall Street Journal.

“Mack said he loved that phrase and had used it to write the words and music, giving Luther co-credit for the inspiration. I told Mack to go put a demo tape on his song.”

The track was exactly what the record label was looking for and knew it would be a resonating hit. Mavis recalled Rice walking into the studio after they had finished recording another song and pitching “Respect Yourself” in its entirety to her father. He liked the title and “its positive message” and agreed to record it.

Rice’s original demo was pulled apart and reworked to make it fit the group’s sound, with the songwriter not entirely pleased about it. When “Respect Yourself” landed on the charts, he sang a different tune.

“When I played Mack Rice the finished single, he looked at me and shook his head, saying, ‘Man, you destroyed my song.’ Several months later, when the song was a huge hit, Mack stuck his head in my office and said, ‘Doc, I just dropped by to really thank you for destroying my song,'” said Bell.

The soul/rock track gained further fame in 1986 when Bruce Willis covered the track in the early years of his acting career. He had a short-lived singing career as his alter ego, Bruno Radolini, when he released his cover on his 1987 album, The Return of Bruno.

It was Willis’s debut single, with the Pointer Sisters singing the main lines, with him accompanying. Willis’s cover of “Respect Yourself” landed at No.5 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and No. 20 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. The future actor became the first white male at Motown Records to land in the Top 5.

Related: 1968 No.1 Hit, Written by Robin Gibb About Death Row, Is Still a Soft Rock Classic 58 Years Later

Five years have passed since A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR) fans last spent time in the world of fae created by Sarah J. Maas, but the years without Feyre, Rhysand, and all the other characters in the fantasy romance series are about to come to an end. The much-awaited A Court of Splintered Harmony releases on Oct. 27, and Target is pulling out all the stops with exclusive merchandise and in-store fan events to celebrate.

Sarah J. Maas’ new ‘ACOTAR’ book, A Court of Splintered Harmony, will be released on Oct. 27.

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Starting on Oct. 11, ACOTAR fans can shop for exclusive merchandise inspired by the courts and characters in the wildly popular series. And, on Oct. 26, shoppers can attend midnight book release events at select Target stores around the country. In a press release, Target said it’s hoping to be a one-stop shop for those excited for the release of ACOTAR book six.

Exclusive ‘ACOTAR’ Merchandise Only at Target

Target is celebrating the release of A Court of Splintered Harmony with exclusive products across tons of categories, many priced under $20, and all promised to have little “if you know, you know” details ACOTAR fans will love. Nearly 85% of the ACOTAR items on sale at Target will be available exclusively at the retailer, and include:

Four fine’ry x ‘ACOTAR’ fragrances are among the exclusive merchandise coming to Target for the release of A Court of Splintered Harmony.

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• A Court of Splintered Harmony gift with purchase: Guests who purchase book six at Target will receive an exclusive gift, designed in partnership with author Sarah J. Maas herself (while supplies last).
• BrüMate Starfall and Cursebreaker drinkware: Choose the Starfall or Cursebreaker design across the Era Flip 40oz tumbler and Müv 15 travel mug.
• ACOTAR-inspired teas: Brew Suriel Earl Greyer Lavender Black Tea, Night Court Velaris Jasmine Green Tea, Spring Court Raspberry Rose Hibiscus Tea and more.
• Alex and Ani jewelry: Bracelets and earrings from the Stars and Dreams and Amarantha’s Riddle collections bring fan-favorite references into accessories.
• Series-inspired apparel: Cozy up in fleece sweatshirts or tees inspired by the Bone Carver and Starfall.
• fine’ry. x ACOTAR fragrances: A four-scent lineup brings familiar parts of the ACOTAR world into fragrance, giving fans a new way to connect with the series.
• ACOTAR tabletop game: Enjoy a game night and see which member of your inner circle comes out on top.
• BOOMCHICKAPOP Sweet & Salty Kettle Corn: A fun snack for reading, release night and a fandom that knows its characters can be equal parts sweet and salty.

Additionally, Target says fans will find totes, journals, bag charms, coloring activities, keepsake puzzles, Kindle cases, mugs, pouches, figurines, and other ACOTAR collectibles throughout stores.

‘A Court of Splintered Harmony’ Midnight Release Events at Target

At 250 Target stores, ACOTAR fans will find midnight release events on Oct. 26, leading to the official release of A Court of Splintered Harmony at midnight on Oct. 27. In addition to celebrating the first ACOTAR book in five years with other fans of the series, guests will be able to purchase their copy of the new book, compete in ACOTAR trivia, shop, and pose for photos.

An ‘ACOTAR’-inspired BrüMate featuring Night Court imagery is part of Target’s new collection celebrating the fantasy series.

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The first 100 guests at each location will receive a commemorative entry ticket granting them the opportunity to purchase A Court of Splintered Harmony at midnight, as well as a complimentary Bryaxis keychain. Guests who purchase a Hasbro ACOTAR board game will receive a special gift with purchase, too, while supplies last.

These events run from 9 p.m. on Oct. 26 through midnight on Oct. 27, local time. Of note, pre-ordered copies of A Court of Splintered Harmony cannot be picked up during these events. Target shoppers who pre-order a copy of the new release will need to visit the store when it opens to the public on Oct. 27 to pick up their pre-order.

To check and see which Target stores near you are participating in the midnight release event, visit Target’s dedicated ACOTAR release event website.

Season 1 of Marshals did so well for CBS not only was a second season ordered, but the season’s episode count increased from 13 episodes in Season 1 to a projected 18-20 episodes for Seaosn 2! Production continues on Season 2 in Park City, Utah as the second premiere is this Sunday, Oct. 4!

Read on for more about this week’s Season 2 premiere of Marshals—including an exclusive sneak peek.

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What happened in the Season 1 finale of ‘Marshals’? Pictured (L-R): Mo Brings Plenty, Gil Birmingham as Thomas Rainwater, and Arielle Kebbel as Belle. Photo: Fred Hayes/CBS ©2025 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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In the first season finale of Marshals, “Wolves at the Door,” after an assassination attempt against Broken Rock chairman Rainwater (Gil Birmingham), Kayce protects him while the Marshals race to discover who’s targeting him. When a militia attacks, Kayce realizes the conspiracy is larger than anyone imagined.

Related: ‘Marshals’ Sends the Team on a High-Stakes Manhunt—Plus Riley Green’s Acting Debut (Exclusive Sneak Peek)

What happens in this week’s episode of ‘Marshals’? Logan Marshall-Green as Pete Calvin, Arielle Kebbel as Belle Skinner, Tatanka Means as Miles Kittle, and Ash Santos as Andrea Cruz. Photo: Gilles Mingasson/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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In “All Hat No Cattle,” this week’s Season 2 premiere of Marshals, when Kayce realizes Tate (Brecken Merrill) has been taken hostage, he goes rogue in a desperate race to save his son as the Marshals uncover a powerful criminal operation tied to the East Camp land grab. A violent showdown ensues, putting everything Kayce cares about at risk.

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When can I watch ‘Marshals’?

This week’s Seaon 2 premiere of Marshals is on Sunday, Oct. 4 at 8:30 p.m. ET and 8 p.m. PT on CBS. If you have a Paramount+ Premium tier subscription, you can stream it live and on-demand. For Essential tier subscribers, it will become available to stream the following day.

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Get a sneak peek of this week’s episode of ‘Marshals’

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Tatanka Means as Miles Kittle. Photo: Gilles Mingasson/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Tatanka Means as Miles Kittle and Arielle Kebbel as Belle Skinner. Photo: Gilles Mingasson/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Arielle Kebbel as Belle Skinner. Photo: Gilles Mingasson/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Logan Marshall-Green as Pete Calvin, Arielle Kebbel as Belle Skinner, and Tatanka Means as Miles Kittle. Photo: Gilles Mingasson/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Brecken Merrill as Tate Dutton and Luke Grimes as Kayce Dutton. Photo: Gilles Mingasson/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Logan Marshall-Green as Pete Calvin. Photo: Gilles Mingasson/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Brecken Merrill as Tate Dutton. Photo: Gilles Mingasson/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Brecken Merrill as Tate Dutton. Photo: Gilles Mingasson/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Logan Marshall-Green as Pete Calvin. Photo: Gilles Mingasson/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Arielle Kebbel as Belle Skinner. Photo: Gilles Mingasson/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Logan Marshall-Green as Pete Calvin, Ash Santos as Andrea Cruz, Tatanka Means as Miles Kittle, and Arielle Kebbel as Belle Skinner. Photo: Gilles Mingasson/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Logan Marshall-Green as Pete Calvin and Ash Santos as Andrea Cruz. Photo: Gilles Mingasson/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Logan Marshall-Green as Pete Calvin, Ash Santos as Andrea Cruz, Tatanka Means as Miles Kittle, and Arielle Kebbel as Belle Skinner. Photo: Gilles Mingasson/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Logan Marshall-Green as Pete Calvin, Arielle Kebbel as Belle Skinner, Tatanka Means as Miles Kittle, and Ash Santos as Andrea Cruz. Photo: Gilles Mingasson/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Logan Marshall-Green as Pete Calvin and Ash Santos as Andrea Cruz. Photo: Gilles Mingasson/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Luke Grimes as Kayce Dutton. Photo: Gilles Mingasson/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Luke Grimes as Kayce Dutton. Photo: Gilles Mingasson/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Logan Marshall-Green as Pete Calvin. Photo: Gilles Mingasson/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Tatanka Means as Miles Kittle. Photo: Gilles Mingasson/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Arielle Kebbel as Belle Skinner and Tatanka Means as Miles Kittle. Photo: Gilles Mingasson/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Chris Mulkey as Tom Weaver, Brecken Merrill as Tate Dutton, and Kevin McNamara as Jeb. Photo: Gilles Mingasson/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Chris Mulkey as Tom Weaver. Photo: Gilles Mingasson/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Ellyn Jameson as Dolly Weaver. Photo: Gilles Mingasson/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Eddie Murphy is officially returning to television with his first-ever role in a scripted series, according to Deadline.

As per the outlet, Murphy is set to star in a new drama series from Mad Men creator Matthew Weiner. The series, titled The Chairman, will premiere on Peacock, although it’s not yet clear when the show will officially air on the streamer, as it is still in fairly early production.

While Murphy of course made a name for himself based off his successful TV tenure on Saturday Night Live, the actor has never formally appeared in a scripted TV series before, Deadline notes.

Aside from his career-making stint on SNL, Murphy’s accomplishments in the annals of TV include creating two series: Fox’s The PJs and CBS’s The Royal Family, both of which premiered in the ’90s.

As for Weiner, the Mad Men creator hasn’t had a series picked up since 2018’s The Romanoffs for Amazon.

As of yet, it’s not clear what the series’ narrative will be, although Deadline did go on to confirm several key areas of production for Peacock’s latest series. The series will come from Yellowstone producer 101 Studios and Universal Television, with Murphy and Weiner also serving as exectuvie producers on the show.

More recently, Murphy has been enjoying something of a career resurgence in mainstream Hollywood. Along with the success of his Netflix documentary Being Eddie, Murphy has returned to a number of his most well-known franchises, including Coming to America, Beverly Hills Cop and Shrek, among others.

In 2020, the actor also won his first Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series for his triumphant return to SNL, which marked the first time he appeared as a host on the show since 1984. The absence reportedly stemmed from a passing joke made by David Spade in the ’90s, comparing Murphy’s string of poorly received box office flops to a falling star.

Washing your hands and rescheduling plans if you or a friend gets sick are tried-and-true ways to protect yourself and others from viruses. But registered dietitians share that gut health can have an oft-overlooked effect on your immune system. What we eat daily—including apples—can boost our immune system, too.

“It is crucial to understand what happens to the gut because the gut houses 70% of our immune system and an ecosystem of microbes that may affect our overall health,” Cleveland Clinic dietitian Julia Zumpano, RD, tells Parade. “The food that we eat every day influences that system and can either feed the good gut microbes or bad ones depending on what you choose to eat.”

Wait—so might an apple a day actually keep the doctor away? You’ll have to stay tuned to find out, but as a small spoiler, the answer is nuanced, partly because no single food does everything, including supporting gut health and fighting off viruses.

“Eating a variety of plant foods supports a diverse gut microbiome,” states Mckenzie Dryden, RD, a registered dietitian with HonorHealth.

Dryden points to research showing that dietary diversity is linked to better gut health than eating the same foods every day, too.

“With that being said, being able to consistently eat nutrient-dense foods matters,” Dryden says. “It can be easier to choose a few foods from various groups, like fruits and vegetables, beans and legumes and nuts and seeds, that you like and can eat regularly.”

From there, you can rotate your go-to options. Does an apple belong in your daily or weekly rotation? Registered dietitians shared what happens to your gut health when you eat an apple every day (or multiple times per week).

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What Happens to Gut Health if I Eat an Apple a Day for 30 Days?

Eating an apple a day for a month can do wonders for your gut health—and even more so if you eat apples daily for the long term. Fiber is the nutrient at the heart of many of the gut-health benefits of eating apples regularly.

“The primary type of soluble fiber in apples is called pectin, which can act as a prebiotic, or food, for the probiotics, or good bacteria, in the gut,” Dryden explains. “This creates a healthy gut microbiome, which is essential for digestion, immune health and mood.”

It’s also a good idea to avoid peeling the skin of the apple.  

“The skin contains insoluble fiber, which is the kind that helps food pass more quickly through the digestive tract, promoting consistent bowel movements and preventing constipation,” Dryden adds.

You may notice these gut-health benefits quickly—within days or weeks. However, you’ll notice consistent digestive benefits if you keep eating apples for years.

“Apples will continue to provide the soluble fiber that your gut microbes need as a fuel source, and they will continue to help keep you regular,” says Amanda Sauceda, MS, RD, a registered dietitian. “The more regularly you eat plants, like apples, the better your microbiome will be.”

Sauceda notes that eating an apple daily can have a ripple effect on your whole digestive system—and body—over your lifetime.

“When you eat apples for a while, you’re more likely to see other positive health changes,” Sauceda tells Parade. “Sometimes a simple healthy addition to your diet, like adding an apple, can lead to other positive behavior changes. A daily apple can serve as a stepping stone to adding more fiber foods and eating less of the empty-calorie foods.”

If instant gratification motivates you more, how’s this? Just one apple, one time, will make you…more fun to be around at parties.

“They’re also rich in polyphenols and have been shown to help reduce bad breath—which, of course, is the entry to the GI tract,” says Shauna McQueen, MS, RD, a culinary nutritionist and founder of Food School.

Just keep in mind that the rest of your diet also matters when you’re aiming to improve gut health in the short and long term.

“For instance, if a high-sugar and highly processed diet is consumed as the baseline diet plus an apple a day, the benefits noted are unlikely to occur due to the inflammatory effects of processed and sugary foods eaten on a regular basis,” Zumpano clarifies.

Related: ‘I’m a Gastroenterologist—Here’s My Exact Bedtime Routine To Help With Gut Health’

Is There a Downside of Eating Apples Every Day for Gut Health?

“For most people, there wouldn’t be any gut health risks to enjoying an apple daily,” McQueen says.

Still, you may want to introduce apples slowly. “If you’re not used to eating fiber-rich foods, you may have some GI discomfort with gas or bloating at first, but those symptoms may improve over time,” McQueen shares. “Remember to also increase your water if you’re increasing fiber-rich foods.”

Also, Sauceda points out that apples are high in fructose, which can trigger symptoms in people with certain conditions, such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

“Apples are considered a food high in FODMAPs, which describe a group of carbohydrates that can be difficult for some people to process,” Sauceda explains.

Related: Here’s Exactly What Happens to Your Gut Health When You Eat Bananas

Will an Apple a Day Keep the Doctor Away?

It can help, but it’s not a cure-all for viruses or digestive issues. Still, it’s a good question. Zumpano reminds us that about three-quarters (70-80%) of our immune system resides in our gut.

“Much of our immune tissue is located in and around the GI tract, where it consistently decides what should be let in and what should pose a threat,” she explains.

The immune system lets in food you can tolerate, helps feed beneficial microbes and protects you from pathogens and harmful bacteria. “The fermentable fiber in the gut produces short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs)—particularly acetate, propionate and butyrate, which act as signaling molecules between the microbiome, intestinal cells and the immune system,” she reports.

Zumpano says these SCFAs can:

• Support the intestinal epithelial barrier (tissue that’s tasked in part with covering the outer surface of your body and lining your internal organs)
• Influence immune-cell activity
• Promote regulatory immune responses.
• Influence inflammatory signaling
• Provide energy for colon cells, particularly through butyrate.

That said, an apple a day alone won’t keep the doctor away.

“Making whole fruits such as apples a regular part of a diverse diet can provide fiber and polyphenols that support the gut environment in which a large part of immune regulation takes place,” Zumpano emphasizes.

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Sources:

• Julia Zumpano, RD, a Cleveland Clinic registered dietitian
• Mckenzie Dryden, RD, a registered dietitian with HonorHealth
• Shauna McQueen, MS, RD, a culinary nutritionist and founder of Food School
• Amanda Sauceda, MS, RD, a registered dietitian
• Associations of dietary diversity with the gut microbiome, fecal metabolites, and host metabolism: results from 2 prospective Chinese cohorts, American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.
• “An apple a day keeps the doctor away”: The potentials of apple bioactive constituents for chronic disease prevention. Journal of Food Science.
• Insights into the Mechanisms and Functional Effects of Insoluble Dietary Fiber Modification: A Review. Foods.
• The Interplay between the Gut Microbiome and the Immune System in the Context of Infectious Diseases throughout Life and the Role of Nutrition in Optimizing Treatment Strategies. Nutrients.
• Association Between Apple Consumption and Physician Visits. JAMA Internal Medicine.

If you ever thought Arnold Schwarzenegger couldn’t pull off longer gray hair, you’re wrong.

The legendary actor, businessman, and former Governor of California, 79, just showed off a little switch-up in his trademark hairstyle in the new trailer for his new Christmas movie, The Man with the Bag. And as these photos from the set show, Schwarzenegger looks mighty handsome with a head full of gray hair, a sharp transition from his typical shorter locks. With a longer style that boasts soft waves, the beloved actor made it clear he can pull off any look with ease.

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“It’s the most wonderful heist of the year. The Man with the Bag is coming to Prime Video December 2,” a new Instagram post shares. Check out the hilarious trailer that shows Schwarzenegger getting back to his Christmas roots below. The video gives a great look at Schwarzenegger’s hair transformation for the film, while still boasting his trademark white beard.

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What is The Man with the Bag About?

“When Santa’s iconic red bag is stolen by a rogue elf with a grudge, Christmas is suddenly at risk,” the film’s synopsis reads, InStyle reported. “With his biggest night of the year fast-approaching, Santa recruits a thief from his ‘Naughty List’ who quickly assembles a crew of criminally skilled misfits—with a little help from elves and reindeer—to pull off the most unexpected heist of their lives.”

The film co-stars Alan Ritchson, Awkwafina, Ken Jeong, and Jane Krakowski. It’s directed by Adam Shankman, who’s known for directing films like A Walk to Remember and Hairspray.

Jingle All the Way is a Holiday Classic

It’s perfectly fitting that The Man with the Bag hits Prime in 2026, seeing as it’s been 30 years since Schwarzenegger gave us plenty of Christmas belly laughs in Jingle All the Way.

Also starring Sinbad and the late comedy icon Phil Hartman, Jingle All the Way follows two dads in the Minneapolis area as they battle each other to score the coveted Turbo Man action figure for their sons on Christmas Eve. If this isn’t in your holiday repertoire, this may be the year!

Related: Christopher Schwarzenegger Shows Off Major Weight Loss During Sunny Outing With Mom Maria Shriver

Aaron Rodgers and Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy are no strangers to each other, but their latest interaction is giving NFL fans something to talk about.

During Thursday night’s “Thursday Night Football” matchup between the Steelers and Cleveland Browns, Rodgers was caught on a hot mic yelling toward the sideline in an apparent moment of frustration over a delayed play call.

The 42-year-old quarterback was visibly irritated as the Steelers prepared for a play in the first quarter, throwing his arms out toward the bench before shouting, “What the f—? Call it!”

The broadcast then cut to McCarthy, who appeared to respond with an expletive of his own, seemingly calling Rodgers a “f—ing a——.”

The exchange quickly made the rounds online, with viewers getting an unexpected glimpse into the sideline communication between the quarterback and his head coach. One social post of the moment has racked up more than 50,000 likes and over 400 comments.

“Who thought it’d be a good idea to reunite these two?!” one fan wrote.

Another added, “I’d love to watch these two do an escape room together.”

The moment came as Pittsburgh was preparing for a first-and-10 opportunity in Cleveland territory. Despite the apparent frustration, the drive ended with a 12-yard touchdown pass from Rodgers to wide receiver Roman Wilson, giving the Steelers an early lead.

The Steelers ultimately fell to Cleveland in a 27-24 loss. After the game, McCarthy addressed the incident.

“Communication sometimes is not the best choice of words, but everybody’s competing on the field,” McCarthy said in his post game press conference. “I think, you know, what’s said on the field, the way I grew up in this game, you know, usually stays on the field. That’s not the case today. I understand that. But, yeah, any negative communication on my part, I wish I wouldn’t use those words.”

Decades into his acting career, Andrew McCarthy is still finding ways to challenge himself.

McCarthy, 63, is starring in the new sci-fi thriller Orion, hitting theaters nationwide on Friday, Oct. 2. Written by Anne Vithayathil and directed by Jaco Bouwer, the film follows NASA Interrogator Jim (McCarthy) as he’s tasked with getting amnesiac astronaut Apollo (Drew Van Acker) to remember the events leading up to the deaths of his fellow crew members before they crash landed on Earth.

Although Debby Ryan also appears in the film, it primarily involves an intense, interrogative discussion between McCarthy and Acker’s respective characters. All the while, the audience is left to watch this back-and-forth interaction where they’re left questioning who is actually telling the truth.

Drew Van Acker and Andrew McCarthy are pictured in ‘Orion’.

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“I do think watching [the film], [you go], ‘Wait, which one of these guys is the good guy and the bad guy?'” McCarthy, 63, tells Parade. “I mean, I always knew what I was, but I thought he was certainly manipulative and playing both sides of the coin at various times trying to meet certain things in his agenda. So, it was just really fun to mess around with that kind of manipulation.”

However, McCarthy admits that “this was tricky” to pull off, “because it was just largely a two-handed” effort with Acker, 40.

“It was just the two of us, so much of it, and the scenes were really long, and so we would just take long giant swipes at it. And so, it was just important to keep remembering where I was in the process,” the Weekend at Bernie’s star explains. “‘Oh, am I manipulating now?’ ‘Am I telling him the truth now?’ … There are lots of examples of I’m behaving in a certain way and it’s left in that way.”

Andrew McCarthy is pictured in ‘Orion’.

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At this point in his career, McCarthy jokingly notes his one rule for the roles he now chooses: “I try and keep my clothes on at this point. That’s really about it. That’s really the criteria.”

“This one was fun just because I’d never done kind of a two-hander like this where it was just back and forth so much,” he shares. “I did love the sense of secrecy and what’s the truth and who’s telling the truth? Am I telling the truth and why aren’t I or why am I? Why am I now choosing to tell the truth? And things like that.”

“Movies are often pretty direct, and here the motivations were all very convoluted, much more like life. I thought that was really a fun thing to mess around with,” he adds.

McCarthy’s acting resume includes prominent roles in beloved ’80s classics like Pretty and Pink and St. Elmo’s Fire. Outside of that, he’s been delving into directing, lending his talents to episodes of popular shows like Gossip Girl and Orange Is the New Black to directing the buzzy 2024 Brats documentary. He’s also built a career as a writer, from penning several books to becoming an an award-winning travel writer and editor-at-large for National Geographic Traveler.

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But at this point in his career, McCarthy says, “I don’t really look at success.”

“I want something to be successful enough so that I get another opportunity to do so. That’s really all I’m interested in,” he continues. “If somebody actually lets me go do it again, did that book sell enough so I can write another book without too much of a hassle? Great. Then, it’s successful, but that’s not really what I’m interested in, particularly.”

“I like going to work. I like doing different things, and so that’s a very satisfying feeling,” he concludes. “Success in and of itself is a pretty transient hollow thing. It’s nice when something pops or has a moment, you go, ‘Great, great!’ But there’s not much there. It’s a bit like a flame that rises up and it can be really attractive and fun for a moment, but there’s nothing to sustain you in that.”

Orion is now in theaters nationwide.

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Finding insects near your windows is unsettling. Finding mud tubes climbing your foundation is more concerning. Subterranean termites spend most of their lives hidden underground or inside wood, so homeowners often notice evidence of an infestation before they see the termites themselves.

The good news is that several warning signs are visible if you know where to look. Mud tubes, discarded wings, hollow-sounding wood and changes around doors or floors all deserve attention. If you suspect activity, a professional inspection can determine whether termites are present and whether the problem requires treatment.

Spotting mud tubes or discarded wings around your home is a clear sign that termites may already be at work. Schedule a free inspection with Orkin today to catch active infestations before costly structural damage occurs.

How can I tell if I have subterranean termites?

The clearest signs of subterranean termites include mud tubes along the foundation, winged swarmers or piles of discarded wings, and wood damaged from the inside. Subterranean termites typically live underground and use mud tubes to reach above-ground wood while maintaining moisture and protection.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency identifies hollow spots in exposed wood and termite swarms as warning signs homeowners can look for. Orkin also identifies mud tubes, swarmers, damaged wood and discarded wings as common indicators.

Look for Mud Tubes Along the Foundation

Mud tubes are one of the most recognizable signs of subterranean termites. They are narrow tunnels made from soil and other material that allow termites to travel between underground colonies and food sources while protecting them from dehydration.

Check areas where the foundation meets the soil, especially around crawl spaces, basement walls, porches and other areas where wood is close to the ground.

According to Orkin, working mud tubes are generally about 1/4 to 1 inch in diameter and may also appear around sills, subfloors, joists and window frames. A mud tube does not tell you exactly how extensive an infestation is. But it does tell you that a professional termite inspection is warranted.

What do termite swarmers and discarded wings mean?

Winged termites, called swarmers or alates, are reproductive termites that leave a mature colony to establish new colonies. They are often attracted to light, which is why homeowners may find them around windows, doors and light fixtures.

A swarm inside the house deserves prompt attention. Orkin notes that swarmers can indicate an established colony nearby, while discarded wings may remain after the insects land and shed them.

Termites or Flying Ants?

Flying ants are frequently mistaken for termite swarmers. The EPA notes several differences:

Feature

Termites

Flying ants

Wings

Four wings are roughly equal in length

Front wings are longer than rear wings

Antennae

Straight

Bent

Body

Generally broad and relatively uniform

Narrow waist

These differences can provide a useful clue, but identifying the species is best left to a trained professional when an infestation is suspected.

Related: How To Verify Exterminator Licenses, Certifications, and Insurance Policies

What does subterranean termite damage look like?

Subterranean termites feed on cellulose in wood and often leave the harder portions behind, creating a layered or honeycombed appearance. Soil or mud may also be present inside damaged areas because subterranean termites rely on moisture.

Orkin describes damaged wood from subterranean termites as layered, with soil or mud packed into the tunnels.

Check for These Changes Inside the House

Look for:

• Hollow-sounding wood when lightly tapped
• Wood that feels unusually soft or gives way when probed
• Doors or windows that suddenly stick
• Discolored or damaged drywall
• Sagging or weakened wood around floors, walls or other structural areas

These symptoms do not automatically prove termites are responsible. Water damage and other wood-destroying insects can produce similar problems. A professional inspection can distinguish termite damage from other causes.

Found swarmers, discarded wings or mud tubes? Contact Orkin for a free termite inspection. A trained Orkin Pro can inspect accessible areas, identify evidence of termite activity and discuss treatment options based on the property.

How can I prevent termites around my home?

Reducing moisture and eliminating easy access to wood are two of the most useful termite-prevention measures. Keep soil around the foundation properly drained, repair plumbing or roof leaks promptly, seal foundation cracks and avoid storing firewood or wood debris directly against the house.

The EPA recommends maintaining gutters and downspouts, fixing leaks, reducing foundation openings and keeping vegetation from contacting exposed wood. It also recommends periodic inspections to identify termite colonies before they become established.

Focus Your Inspection on Moisture and Wood-To-Soil Contact

Walk around the home’s exterior and look closely at:

• Foundation walls and crawl-space entrances
• Areas where soil touches wood
• Leaking gutters, downspouts or plumbing
• Stored lumber, firewood or yard debris
• Cracks and openings around utility penetrations

These conditions do not mean termites are present. They simply create opportunities worth correcting as part of a prevention routine.

Related: Steam Treatment vs. Cryonite Freezing for Chemical-Free Bed Bug Control

What should I do if I find signs of subterranean termites?

Do not assume that a lack of visible termites means the problem has disappeared. Subterranean colonies remain largely hidden, and mud tubes may occur in places homeowners cannot easily access.

Orkin termite expert Todd Kemp has identified “mud tubes, swarming termites and piles of discarded wings” as common warning signs homeowners should watch for.

If you find one of these signs, document where you saw it and arrange an inspection. Avoid tearing apart walls or flooring to look for termites yourself. An inspection can determine whether evidence points to an active infestation, previous activity or another source of damage.

How do you prevent termites from coming back?

Termite prevention starts with correcting conditions that give termites access to moisture and cellulose. Keep drainage working properly, address leaks, remove wood debris from the foundation and maintain a clear separation between soil and exposed structural wood.

For homes with a history of termite activity, routine professional inspections provide another layer of protection. The appropriate treatment depends on the termite species, location of the colony, construction of the home and extent of activity.

If you have noticed mud tubes, swarmers, discarded wings or unexplained wood damage, getting an inspection is more useful than trying to identify the problem from a single photograph.

Schedule a free termite inspection with Orkin to find out whether your home shows evidence of subterranean termite activity and discuss a treatment plan if termites are confirmed.

Move over, pumpkin spice. Fall has a new flavor in town.

Autumn may traditionally belong to cinnamon and nutmeg, but AERIN Beauty and beloved New York bakery L’Appartement 4F are serving up something refreshingly different. The two have teamed up for a two-day pop-up celebrating AERIN’s new limited-edition fragrance, Amber Musk Pistache, and the scent that smells like a Parisian pastry shop now has a latte to match.

According to the bakery’s Instagram, both locations are serving a custom honey fig latte finished with vanilla cold foam and a sprinkle of crushed pistachio. Every purchase comes with a complimentary sample of the perfume.

If you’ve spent any time on foodie TikTok, you’ve probably seen L’Appartement 4F. Husband-and-wife team Gautier and Ashley Coiffard started the bakery in 2020 from their Brooklyn apartment, unit 4F, giving it its name. Gautier, a Paris-born former software engineer, simply couldn’t find a croissant in New York that lived up to the ones back home.

Their mini croissant cereal soon became an internet sensation, and in 2022 the couple opened a storefront on Brooklyn Heights’ Montague Street. With its tall windows, chandelier and vintage furnishings, the bakery feels like a slice of Paris in Brooklyn. A West Village outpost followed, and lines have been constant ever since, per Time Out.

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The Brooklyn Heights shop is hosting the pop-up today, Friday, Oct. 2, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. If you can’t make it today, the West Village location is open for the celebration Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 3, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The new scent is a sweeter sister to AERIN’s best-selling Amber Musk, first introduced in 2013. Founder Aerin Lauder has described it as “a warm and indulgent interpretation” of the original.

Notes of pistachio cream and almond blossom open the fragrance before vanilla, golden amber, rose and sandalwood settle in. It’s cozy enough for sweater weather, without a pumpkin in sight.

Amber Musk Pistache is available now at AERIN.com in a $35 travel spray, a $155 1.7-ounce bottle and a $210 3.4-ounce bottle. Since it’s a limited edition, you may want to order a bottle before it’s off the menu.

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Moto boots are an easy way to add a little edge to fall outfits, and Kate Spade’s version gives the classic style a more playful spin. The brand’s Spade Flower Stud Smooth Leather Moto Boots are currently just $40 at Amazon, down 62% from their typical $103 price. The black leather pair is marked down the steepest, while the burnt sage suede version is available for $81. Sizes range from 5 to 11, including half sizes.    

The ankle-high boots have smooth black leather, a low heel, a round toe, and a harness-style strap wrapped around the ankle. Instead of standard moto hardware, the strap is decorated with dark metal flowers and a center ring, giving the traditionally rugged silhouette a distinctly Kate Spade spin. They also have pull tabs at the top to help with getting them on, while the wider shaft gives the boots a roomier opening.  

Kate Spade New York Spade Flower Stud Smooth Leather Moto Boots, $40 (were $103) at Amazon

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These are especially fun for anyone who likes the moto-boot trend but doesn’t want something that looks too tough. The floral hardware tones down the biker-inspired shape without losing the chunky fall look, so they can add some personality to denim, skirts, dresses, or even a more feminine outfit. The wider opening may also appeal to anyone who usually struggles with stiff or narrow boot shafts.

Reviewers have called the boots “gorgeous,” “whimsical,” and “buttery soft,” while also praising the leather and flower-shaped details. One person said they’re the “cutest boots ever,” adding, “These are so comfortable, and they look super cute.” Another called them “the perfect mix of edgy and elegant” and said, “The smooth leather looks luxe in person.”

Related: Clarks’ Cloud-Like Water-Resistant Boots Are 40% Off at JCPenney Right Now

Besides being cute and comfortable, these boots are also an unusually good deal for the brand. Amazon has the black leather pair for just $40, while the exact same style has recently been listed elsewhere for $173 to $230. Some retailers originally priced them at $328, making Amazon’s current deal a huge drop from what this designer pair has sold for elsewhere.

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If your fall shoe lineup could use something with more personality than another plain black boot, the Kate Spade New York Spade Flower Stud Smooth Leather Moto Boots are an especially tempting find at this price. Snag the black leather style on Amazon while the $40 deal and your size are still available.

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With the holiday season quickly approaching, travelers looking to save on airfare may want to rethink their travel dates before booking their next flight.

According to KAYAK’s 2026 Holiday Travel Check-In, flying on Thanksgiving Day instead of the busiest travel day could save travelers up to 49% on international flights and 19% on domestic flights. The savings come down to being flexible enough to fly on the holiday itself.

KAYAK’s data found that November 20 is historically the most expensive day to fly for Thanksgiving, while Thanksgiving Day has consistently been one of the most budget-friendly options for travelers.

For those planning to travel for Thanksgiving, KAYAK found that domestic airfare has historically reached its lowest point around five weeks before the holiday. That means travelers still looking to book may want to make their plans before the end of October, as prices tend to climb sharply within two weeks of departure.

“Throughout 2026, airfare has largely followed the seasonal patterns we saw in 2025, just at a higher price point,” KAYAK CEO Peer Bueller said in a press release shared with PARADE. “That makes history a useful guide, not a guarantee.”

Christmas travelers have a slightly different booking window to keep in mind. According to KAYAK, fares historically dip between four and seven weeks before departure, which translates to roughly mid-November through early December.

Travelers who are willing to fly the week of Christmas rather than the week before could also save up to 18% on domestic flights and 34% on international airfare.

If you’re not necessarily looking to fly on a specific holiday, there’s another booking strategy worth considering. Rather than purchasing a traditional round-trip ticket, KAYAK found that travelers could save up to 30% internationally and 29% domestically by booking two separate one-way tickets.

Some of the biggest potential savings include flights to Simpson Bay, St. Maarten, where travelers could save up to 30%, followed by Liberia, Costa Rica, at 23%, and Lima, Peru, at 20%. For domestic travel, Washington, D.C., tops the list with potential savings of 29%, followed by Chicago at 28%, and San Diego at 22%.

“Start tracking prices now and set a Price Alert so you are ready to book if fares fall,” Kayla DeLoache, KAYAK’s Travel Trends Expert, said in the release. “Waiting a few weeks could save you money; waiting until the last minute probably won’t.”

Gypsy Rose Blanchard is remembering Ken Urker through moments they shared, from quiet kisses to time spent with their daughter. The Life After Lock Up star posted a collection of photos and videos to Instagram following Urker’s death at age 34 on Thursday, October 1. 

The post included clips of Urker singing, kissing her and playing with their daughter, Aurora. Another showed the couple sharing spaghetti in a playful nod to Lady and the Tramp.

“You will always be my greatest love story. You will be remembered and loved forever. ❤️,” Blanchard wrote.

In addition to the social media tribute, Blanchard has shared several messages about Urker since his death, even telling TMZ that he was an “amazing father.”

The couple has a daughter, Aurora, born in December 2024.

What Happened to Ken Urker?

The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office said Urker was found dead at a residence in Raceland, Louisiana, after deputies responded to a call around 6:15 p.m. Thursday. His death remains under investigation, according to KOLD.

Blanchard has said she believes Urker may have died from an overdose after an unidentified substance was reportedly found nearby, but she said she does not know whether any possible overdose was accidental or intentional.

Authorities have not announced an official cause of death. 

An autopsy and standard toxicology testing were scheduled for Friday, as reported by TMZ.

What Has Ken Urker’s Family Said?

Urker’s sister, Autumn, confirmed her brother’s death and later criticized some of Blanchard’s public comments about their relationship.

TMZ also reported Friday that investigators had not yet ruled out foul play as the death investigation continued. That does not mean authorities have determined foul play occurred. 

What Was Gypsy Rose Blanchard and Ken Urker’s History?

Blanchard served more than eight years in prison for her role in the 2015 killing of her mother, Dee Dee Blanchard, after pleading guilty to second-degree murder. Blanchard and Urker first connected while she was in prison and became engaged in 2018. They later separated before Blanchard married Ryan Anderson.

After Blanchard’s release from prison, she and Anderson split, and she reunited with Urker in 2024.