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If there's one thing that Aldi knows, it's a good dupe. The grocery chain has a real knack for spotting trends and putting its own spin on them. With Mother's Day coming up, Aldi is going all in on potential gifts for the mom figures in your life, and a certain Aldi Finds aisle item looks straight out of Anthropologie—for a fraction of the price.

No, it isn't the romantic three-piece quilt set or even the pretty pink bow tableware, but rather something that lets moms everywhere share a twinning moment with their minis. And they can have this moment all while they sip their preferred libations. (Presumably coffee for one and apple juice for the other.)

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Crofton Queen Bee and Mini Me Mug Set, $7.99 at Aldi

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Aldi's Crofton Queen Bee and Mini Me Mug Set is the sweetest way for mom and kiddo to cheers with. The matching mugs smack of Anthropologie Bistro Tile vibes, particularly the garden collection, which features many bumblebee motifs. But at just $7.99 for two mugs (albeit one smaller than the other), it's safe to say Aldi's take is much cheaper than whatever you'll find at Anthro. There, a single Bistro Tile standard-sized coffee mug costs $14.

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With Aldi's Crofton Queen Bee and Mini Me Mug Set, the larger of the two mugs is labeled Queen Bee and features a series of bee and flower motifs. The smaller one says Mini Me with the exact same design.

If you're looking for Mother's Day gift ideas, there are some great options out there that are actually pretty affordable, even beyond this Aldi mug set. There's a sporty sling bag at Walmart for only $2 (yes, you read that right), as well as a gorgeous Lego Botanicals set at Aldi. Hit up Wayfair for a pretty tiered plant stand for mom, or head to Target for a comfy $29 waffle-knit lounge set she'll love.

But, really, you can never go wrong with just spending some time with mom—after all, it's probably what she wants the most, and it doesn't cost a thing.

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While your drawers aren’t in plain sight, it’s still essential to organize them as you tackle your spring cleaning. Whether you have junk drawers that have been accumulating miscellaneous items for months or bathroom drawers cluttered with makeup and skincare products, you should streamline them so you can find everything you need with ease. This Manalete 15-Piece Drawer Bins Set is a great way to tidy up your belongings, and it’s currently on sale at Amazon for less than $10! 

Normally retailing for $14, this drawer organizer set is now on sale for just a little over $9 at Amazon. This is a deal you won’t want to miss because you’re getting these bins for about 60 cents each! 

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If you get overwhelmed every time you open your drawers, these organizing bins can help. This set includes four different bin sizes designed to meet all your decluttering needs — one large bin, two medium bins, five small bins, and seven mini bins. With different sizes to work with, you can configure the bins to perfectly fit in your drawers and maximize storage space. 

All the bins have 1.8-inch tall edges, offering enough height to prevent items from falling out while still being shallow enough to fit in most drawers. For size reference, the large bin measures 8.7 inches wide and 5.8 inches long, while the mini ones are 2.8 inches wide and long. The mini and small bins are great for organizing little bits and bobbles, trinkets, and even jewelry, while the medium and large bins are ideal for anything from bulky tools to kitchen utensils.

These bins are incredibly versatile. You can use them to streamline any drawer in any room. They’re great for organizing craft supplies, toiletries, skincare products, stationery, tools, and much more. They’d be especially handy to declutter your junk drawers and give all those miscellaneous items a designated place so you can find everything easily.

Reviewers said that they loved how well these bins kept all their little things separated and appreciated the variety of sizes. If you want to see how customers used these bins, check out these satisfying photos that they shared!

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“These are a must for bathrooms, vanities, offices, and junk drawers,” one reviewer commented. Another shopper said that “these clear plastic bins are a game changer for anyone trying to get organized” and described them as “functional, sturdy, and sleek.” They also raved that they’re “perfect for decluttering drawers.”

Sturdy and durable, these bins are made of non-toxic polyethylene terephthalate plastic (PET). They have a stackable design, so you can nest one on top of the other when they’re not being used to save space. As a bonus, they look sleek and aesthetically pleasing, so you can use them to organize your countertops without being an eyesore. 

Even the unseen parts of your home deserve to be neat and polished. If your drawers could use some tidying up, head to Amazon and snag the Manalete 15-Piece Drawer Bins Set on sale for just $9. You should definitely hurry because it’s flying off the shelves — over 4,000 customers have purchased it in the past month! 

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In what might have been one of the most unfortunate cases of bad timing in rock history, the Zombies released what many consider to be their best album, Odessey and Oracle, after the band broke up. Still, even if that meant fans wouldn't see the band performing the songs live onstage at the time, the record has been hailed as a classic in the decades since its release, and tunes like "Time of the Season" continue to get plenty of love. Now another track from Odessey and Oracle is getting its due, thanks to one of the hottest HBO series of the moment.

If you've been watching DTF St. Louis, the black comedy/mystery starring Jason Bateman, David Harbour and Linda Cardellini, then you're aware of the show's stand-out soundtrack. Throughout the season (which wrapped up over the weekend on April 12), viewers have been treated to such nostalgic classics as Donovan's "Catch the Wind," The Kinks' "Rainy Day in June," Carole King's "Too Much Rain" and The 5th Dimension’s "Aquarius/Let the Sunshine In." And in the show's penultimate episode, titled "The Denny's Plan," a beloved song from Odessey and Oracle took center stage: "This Will Be Our Year."

Written by Zombies bassist/songwriter Chris White and sung by frontman Colin Blumstone, the touching track is a tribute to love overcoming hard times:

"The warmth of your love's like the warmth from the sun / And this will be our year, took a long time to come / Don't let go of my hand, now darkness has gone / This will be our year, took a long time to come"

'This Will Be Our Year' has become a favorite wedding song

Unfortunately, the song's optimistic tone isn't exactly reflected in the ending of DTF St. Louis (we won't spoil it here). However, as SPIN reported, the song has become a "fan favorite" in the years since its release, appearing in a number of other shows, too, like Mad Men and Schitt’s Creek. It's also been covered by such artists as the Foo Fighters and Susanna Hoffs and was performed by the reunited Zombies at their Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony in 2019.

As drummer Hugh Grundy told People in 2017, "This Will Be Our Year" became a "favorite song to play because it's hopeful."

"You can understand why people want it played at their weddings," Grundy added. "But from my point of view, I’m playing a different type of drum pattern with it. It’s a triplet-y type feel, which is absolutely great to play."

"I’ve actually sung it at my son’s wedding, and at my wife’s sister’s wedding as they walked down the aisle," White revealed in the same interview, adding, "We met Graham Nash at the Hall of Fame, and he said his girlfriend wants 'This Will Be Our Year' played at his wedding—and not one of his songs! He was lovely about that."

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For those who've heard of Godzilla, would you believe the franchise has already released over 35 monster movies?

The 37th was Godzilla Minus One, which hit the masses in 2023 to both critical and commercial acclaim. The story centers on a kamikaze pilot plagued by survivor's guilt who seeks redemption once a giant monster he failed to kill — yes, you guessed the one — is transformed by radiation from atomic bomb tests and lays siege to post-war Japan.

Minus One went on to earn $116 million worldwide on just a $15 million budget, making it the highest-grossing Japanese Godzilla film of all time and country’s third biggest release in 2023, Variety reports. It also won an Academy Award at the 2024 ceremony for Best Achievement in Visual Effects.

Now comes the sequel. The same writer and director of Minus One just graced CinemaCon to preview his highly anticipated follow-up, Godzilla Minus Zero. Per Variety, the first trailer was shown to attendees of the Las Vegas movie-theater convention, where Takashi Yamazaki revealed that the film continues the story of the survivors from the monster's last attack...

And for an epic United States tie-in, Godzilla even stomps his way toward the Statue of Liberty in the teaser's thrilling final moment — clearly setting his sights on New York City. Fans can now watch the clip on YouTube following a countdown period Tuesday, April 14. Check it out below.

Fans have already flooded the upload's comments section to show their excitement for the upcoming release. "BOYS WE ARE AT UNPRECEDENTED LEVELS OF BACK," wrote one YouTube user, while another person commented, "Forget Doomsday & Dune! This is my movie of the year!!!!"

CinemaCon viewers reportedly saw a behind-the-scenes sizzle reel as well, which showed off the elaborate sets and props created for the Minus Zero — such as bomber jets, destroyed cities and a mini Godzilla model, per Variety.

Minus Zero will release in the U.S. on November 6 and in Japan on November 3. Mark your calendars!

Can you imagine a world without bread? Burgers with no bun or tacos without a shell—it would be chaos. Sure, you can enjoy pizza toppings on their own or indulge in butter chicken sans naan, but why deprive yourself of those sweet, sweet carbs? Seriously, what good is a gyro without the pita? Bread is one of the most ubiquitous foods, with various forms appearing in virtually every cuisine on the planet. It can be a vehicle for ingredients, a side or the main dish altogether, and no matter how it's prepared, we'll almost always have seconds.

When it comes to true bread supremacy, though, we've all got our personal carb-filled Mount Rushmore. Lavash, ciabatta, focaccia, brioche, sourdough, pita—you get it. Personally, I'm all about a roll. Pillowy soft yeast rolls like the ones at Texas Roadhouse, Cheddar Bay Biscuits from Red Lobster, cornbread muffins slathered in whipped hot honey butter.... My mouth is watering just thinking about it.

But there is one bread roll that truly deserves a spot on your table, whether you're enjoying it on its own or having it with a traditional Brazilian churrasco feast. Pão de queijo (aka Brazilian cheese bread) is Brazil's answer to the roll, and once you try it, you'll definitely get the hype.

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What Is the Brazilian Way To Make Bread Rolls 10x Better? 

Brazilian cheese bread, better known as pão de queijo, is a crispy, chewy bread roll traditionally made with cassava flour and queijo minas, a semi-soft cow's milk cheese similar to queso fresco. The rolls are a staple of Brazilian cuisine and are often served warm for breakfast with coffee or tea. You'll also find them on dinner tables as appetizers or side dishes, and might even see them sliced in half to make sandwiches.

Unlike typical wheat-based bread rolls, pão de queijo is naturally gluten-free, making it a perfect little bite for people with gluten sensitivities. They're cheesy, incredibly addictive and don't take long to whip up at home. While there's truly no substitute for taking a trip down to Pindorama and trying homemade authentic ones, or at the very least, making your way to Fogo de Chao, making them at home is well worth the effort. And who knows, you might end up making them on repeat at the beginning of every week.

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Ingredients Needed for Brazilian Cheese Bread

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The best part about making pão de queijo is that, aside from cassava flour (also known as tapioca starch), you likely already have everything you need on hand. All you’ll need is:

• 1 egg
• ¼ cup of olive oil
• ⅔ cup of milk
• 1 ½ cup tapioca starch or cassava flour
• ½ cup of grated cheese (cheddar or mozzarella, preferably)
• ½ tsp salt

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For tapioca starch, you can typically find it in the baking aisle at most grocery stores or buy it on Amazon. We went with a bag of Bob's Red Mill, which also conveniently includes a recipe on the back in case you need one. Once you've gathered your ingredients, they come together in no time.

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How To Make Brazilian Cheese Bread

Despite how intimidating it might sound, making pão de queijo couldn't be easier. Simply toss everything into a blender and blend until thoroughly combined. You're going for a relatively thick uniform batter, without any lumps.

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From there, spoon the batter into greased muffin tins, filling them just above halfway to prevent overflow. The only thing left to do is bake them in a 400°F oven for about 20 minutes until they're puffed and golden brown on top. 

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Alternatively, you can make the bread by skipping the blender and rolling the dough into balls by hand instead. To make them this way, you would need to heat your milk and oil on the stove top and then combine the mixture with the tapioca flour, eggs and cheese before portioning out your rolls. This method will give you more of that classic roll look and also allows the cheese to keep more of its integrity and become gooey in the oven.

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After you've pulled your golden-brown rolls from the oven, let them cool for a few minutes before popping them out and serving them warm. They're great on their own, but you can also enjoy them with a freshly brewed cup of coffee, dunk them in molho de alho or dulce de leche, or slather them with butter.

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Brazilian Cheese Bread Recipe Tips and Tricks

The best part about making pão de queijo is that you can pretty much adjust the recipe to your personal preference and experiment with different flavorings and spices to make them your own. Don't be afraid to think outside the box and get creative. Here are a few of our tips and tricks for success.

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• Level Them Off: If you're using a muffin tin as I did, don't be afraid to smooth out the batter before baking to get a nice, even top for a picture-perfect finish. Because they puff up in the oven, some of mine baked up a bit wonky-looking, but still turned out very delicious.
• Get Creative with Cheese: While you might have a hard time finding traditional queijo minas, you can sub it for Parmesan, queso fresco, or even cheddar or mozzarella. You can also mix cheeses to give your rolls a more nuanced flavor profile.
• Season Like You Mean It: Although seasoning is purely a matter of taste, this recipe benefits from a decent amount of salt to really highlight the cheesy flavor. You can also throw in garlic powder or oregano, and maybe even swap some of the milk for a more flavorful liquid. We could see birria consume working great here. 
• Serve Them Straight From the Oven: Not that they'll last for more than a minute out of the oven, but you'll want to be sure to serve these while they're warm. Once they've cooled, they'll last one to two days at room temp or up to a week in the fridge. You can also make the dough ahead of time and store it in the freezer for up to three months.

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If your surroundings are starting to look a bit drab, you may want to think about adding some life to your space. The perfect place to start is by incorporating greenery into your home, especially if you have a lot of natural lighting. One of the best ways to make your plants look chic is by investing in a plant stand. Luckily, Walmart has a slew of them on sale, including this Bamworld 6-Tier Bamboo Plant Stand that's 37% off now. 

The "amazing" stand is available in a single pack, or you can purchase it in a set of two for as low as $38. There are five-tier and six-tier stands available, so you can be the judge on which is best based on your living area and how many plants you're looking to care for. The stand is made from bamboo with a natural finish, so it gives off a very bohemian vibe that would look pretty in any home. 

Bamworld 6-Tier Bamboo Plant Stand, $22 (was $35) at Walmart

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Each layer of plant shelves is 15 inches apart starting from the second tier, so you can place taller and shorter plants on it. The shelves are stacked at varying heights to add dimension to your space, making it the perfect showpiece. The stand itself only weighs around 5 pounds, so it's very easy to carry and maneuver around. The piece can be used in indoor or outdoor settings, like the balcony, living room, garden, and more. 

You will have to assemble the stand upon arrival, but a manual is provided with an installation video included. Shoppers said that the piece was very "easy" to put together, as it took about an hour from start to finish. Reviewers love how organized the plants look on the stand, adding that the piece is "sturdy" with "ample spacing" in between shelves. It's the "perfect fit in my small apartment," another customer said. 

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The stand has been coated with a clear varnish, so it's waterproof if you place it outside. You can just wipe it with a soft, damp cloth to keep it clean. According to the product description, the bamboo has been growing for more than six years, allowing it to become very durable and stable.  

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It looks like the Goo Goo Dolls are up for an American Music Award this year.

Over 25 years since the release of their smash hit single "Iris," the alternative rock band was named among the nominees for the 2026 AMAs, scheduled to take place next month.

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This year's nominees were revealed on Tuesday, April 14, with the beloved 1998 Goo Goo Dolls track earning a nod in the "Best Throwback Song" category. "Iris" will be up against two other nostalgic hits for the throwback award, as they are nominated alongside "What's Up" by 4 Non Blondes and "Rock That Body" by the Black Eyed Peas.

After hearing the news of their nomination on Tuesday, the Goo Goo Dolls took to Instagram to express their excitement and encourage fans to cast their votes.

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The Goo Goo Dolls have never won an AMA before, though they have presented at previous ceremonies and even performed their hit song "Slide" at the 26th Annual AMAs in 1999.

As noted in the Instagram caption, fans can vote by visiting the AMAs official website, or by commenting "#throwbackiris" on the post pinned to the AMAs Instagram page.

Users on social media have already started casting their votes for their favorites, with nominees including some of the biggest names in music, like Taylor Swift, Bad Bunny, Harry Styles, Sabrina Carpenter, Lady Gaga,Justin Bieber and Kendrick Lamar — just to name a few.

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Swift leads with eight total nominations this year, earning nods in the following categories: Artist for the Year, Album of the Year, Song of the Year ("The Fate of Ophelia"), Best Music Video ("The Fate of Ophelia"), Song of the Summer ("Elizabeth Taylor"), Best Female Pop Artist, Best Pop Song ("The Fate of Ophelia") and Best Pop Album.

The results of the vote will be revealed on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, when the show kicks off from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. Hosted by Queen Latifah, the highly-anticipated award show presentation will stream on CBS and Paramount+ beginning at 8 p.m. ET.

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Emma Straubknows good books. The author of The Vacationers, Modern Lovers, All Adults Here, and This Time Tomorrow, and most recently American Fantasy, the New York City native is also co-owner of the popular Brooklyn bookstore Books Are Magic. Straub wears many hats in the literary world as both an author and bookstore owner, giving her a unique perspective as a literary expert. Time has recruited the New York Times bestselling author to name her picks for the best books of the year, giving readers insight into what they should read next.

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Stuck on what to read? In the fourth episode of our book recommendation series, Emma Straub—author of ‘American Fantasy’ and owner of New York's beloved bookstore ‘Books Are Magic’—shares the standout books of 2026 so far. Who should TIME interview next? #books #emmastraub #booksaremagic #BookTok #americanfantasy Location: @books are magic Host: @Lucy Feldman Producer: @Alyona

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In her fourth installment of Time’s book recommendation series, Emma Straub shares her picks for the standout books of 2026, naming The Reservation by Rebecca Kauffman one of the year’s best so far.

“Small restaurant in a college town, the entire staff is getting ready because John Grisham has made a reservation that evening. I mean if you like The Bear, Big Night the movie, if you like food, or eating or John Grisham, this is the book. This is a great one.”

Book lovers jumped into the comment section to create a social media book club anyone can join.

“Loved The Reservation!” gushed one reader. “Another added, “Thank you for shining a well-earned spotlight on The Reservation. What a wonderful read!”

“Reservation sounds fun!!” added another.

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Rebecca Kauffman’s Signature Storytelling Style

Known for writing character-driven literary fiction that explores interconnected lives in everyday moments, Kauffman has built a reputation for using ensemble casts and linked narratives in her books, allowing the story to unfold through multiple perspectives. Her earlier works, including Chorus and I’ll Come to You, showcase a style that has become a defining characteristic of her writing and helped establish her as a unique and distinctive voice in contemporary fiction.

Inside The Reservation

The Reservation (2026) centers on a single high-stakes day at a celebrated Midwestern fine-dining establishment. On the morning of an important reservation—famed author John Grisham has made a reservation—22 steaks are discovered missing from the kitchen. As the staff scrambles to prepare for the evening, tensions rise and suspicions spread among the restaurant’s employees.

Each chapter focuses on a different character’s point of view, from chefs and servers to managers and dishwashers. With the mystery of the missing steaks simmering in the background, the story dives deeper into personal struggles, relationships, and the hidden lives of the people who work behind the scenes.

One of the most anticipated books of 2026, The Reservation is less a traditional mystery and more an ensemble narrative that uses a central incident as a lens to explore human connection, ambition, and the emotional complexity of everyday life, all with a side of humor.

Fun, indeed.

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After The Godfather cemented the gangster genre as a box office powerhouse, audiences were eager for more. In 1990, Martin Scorsese delivered a fresh take with a new crime drama led by Hollywood heavyweights Robert De Niro, Ray Liotta, Joe Pesci, and Lorraine Bracco.

Nicholas Pileggi's 1985 nonfiction book Wiseguy became the backdrop and inspiration for Scorsese's Goodfellas. The film has often been ranked as one of the greatest films ever made by Rotten Tomatoes, with the site calling it one of the highest points of the director's career.

Goodfellas takes place in 1955 in the heart of mafia presence in an Italian-American neighborhood in Brooklyn, New York. Teenager Henry Hill (Liotta) becomes enamored by the gangster lifestyle and begins to work for local caporegime Paulie Cicero and his associates Jimmy Conway (De Niro) and Tommy DeVito (Pesci). The film soon follows Henry's rise and fall in the gangster criminal world and how it affects his life and family well into the '80s.

Scorsese's film became a smashing success that rivaled The Godfather due to its take on raw, inner-perspective storytelling. While based on a real-life mob associate, it immersed audiences in the day-to-day reality instead of glamorizing the mob. It pulls viewers directly into Henry Hill’s world in a way that feels almost personal and documentary-like with voiceover narrations. Goodfellas feels brutally honest, and it's exactly what Scorsese intended.

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Before the development of the film, Scorsese had no intentions of making another mob movie until reading Pileggi's book. He was always fascinated by the mob lifestyle and felt Pileggie's work was an honest portrayal. In the biography, Martin Scorsese: A Journey, the director explained, "The [Wiseguy] book gives you a sense of the day-to-day life, the tedium, how they work, how they take over certain nightclubs, and for what reasons. It shows how it's done."

Reports also claim that Scorsese cold-called Pileggi to tell him he had been waiting for the book his entire life, with the author responding that he had been waiting for the phone call his entire life. To secure financing for the film, it all came down to De Niro once he agreed to play the role of Jimmy. Many of the cast reported to have used Pileggi's excess research material to get into character, and ad-libbed popular scenes, with Liotta even going as far as listening to FBI tapes.

Goodfellas ended up becoming a staple of Hollywood cinema and the mobster genre. It's become a cult classic despite its box office run of $47.1 million against its $25 million budget. Critics applauded it as one of the "finer films" about organized crime.

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If your summer basics could use a refresh, Zappos is running a great sale on the Free People Care Bryson Henley Tank Top. It’s currently down to just $24 (originally $48), which is 50% off. The best deal is on the fire red colorway, though it also comes in black, tawny birch, and white at slightly higher price points. Sizes range from extra small to extra large.

It’s made from 50% cotton, 25% organic cotton, and 25% recycled cotton, and it features a relaxed full-length fit, wide ribbed texture, a scoop neckline, henley snap details, a rounded hem, and exposed seams. It’s also machine washable, which is always a perk, especially for sweatier days. It’s perfect when you want something lighter than a T-shirt but more stylish than a plain cami.

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Its ribbed design and rounded hem give this tank a unique, flowy shape, and the snap front adds more detail than a more basic top would. The longer length is also ideal for pairing with a wider range of outfit options. You can wear it with denim shorts during the day, a flowy skirt at night, or loose linen pants when it gets especially hot. 

Reviewers have called it “nice” and a “good tank,” rating it five stars for comfort and style. And since its style is so versatile, you could opt for any shade and likely still find it easy to throw on whenever you need something lighter.

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The red shade works especially well with light denim, cream pants, or a white skirt. Black and white are the easiest everyday options, and tawny birch goes with practically everything. Plus, since the neckline is more open, this top looks great with layered necklaces.

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The Fast & the Furious franchise has seen plenty of success since the first film was released on June 22, 2001. 

Starring the late Paul Walker as undercover cop Brian O’Conner and Vin Diesel as a street racing leader named Dominic Toretto, the action film evolved from its street racer roots to a saga of spies and heists, becoming the longest-running racing series, set to conclude with its 12th installment, Fast Forever, on March 17, 2028.

But nearly a year short of a decade ago, on April 14, 2017, the eighth installment, titled The Fate of the Furious, directed by F. Gary Gray, hit theaters and made history. 

With Diesel reprising his role and Dwayne “The Rock “Johnson, who joined the franchise in 2011 as federal agent Luke Hobbs in the fifth film titled Fast Five, it opened worldwide with the highest-grossing weekend at the time, bringing in $532 million.

The Universal Pictures film set the record for the biggest opening of all time at the global box office, including $98.8 million from the U.S. and Canada and $433.2 million from 63 international territories, per ComingSoon.Net.

The franchise hit peak-level success, overtaking the record previously held by Star Wars: The Force Awakens ($529 million) and its predecessor, Jurassic World ($316.7 million). 

Ultimately, it grossed over $1.2 billion worldwide total, setting yet another record as one of the highest-grossing films of 2017, according to Box Office Mojo. It even became one of the biggest releases in China ever at the time, becoming a huge driver at the global box office, per The Hollywood Reporter.

While there was plenty of momentum and interest in the franchise, it also marked the first film after Walker’s tragic death in a car accident in 2013, during a pause from filming Furious 7. The seventh installment had the bigger total box office opening with a worldwide gross of around $1.5 billion, boosted by the emotional impact of his death. 

Walker remains a core part of the franchise legacy even after his death. 

The synopsis for The Fate of the Furious reads, “With Dom and Letty married, Brian and Mia retired and the rest of the crew exonerated, the globe-trotting team has found some semblance of a normal life. They soon face an unexpected challenge when a woman named Cipher forces Dom to betray them all. They must unite to bring home the man who made them a family and stop Cipher from unleashing chaos.”

It also starred Jason Statham as Deckard, Michelle Rodriguez as Letty, Tyrese Gibson as Roman, Ludacris as Tej Parker, Charlize Theron as Cipher and Kurt Russell as Mr. Nobody. 

In terms of how the film ranks compared to the others, Variety put it as number 3 on the list, with Furious 7 taking the top spot. 

Pillsbury fans are ready for summer—and so is the company, apparently.

The beloved brand of boxed cake mix and ready-to-bake treats knows that as the weather warms up, fans don't just turn off their ovens and stop baking. But the flavors they're looking to enjoy certainly do change.

Gone for the season (from shelves and the minds of fans) are the peppermints, gingerbreads and spice cakes, as lighter, brighter, or fruitier flavors are favored for spring and summer. So while Pillsbury's Hot Cocoa Rolls have disappeared from shelves, another chocolatey replacement finally appears to be on the way. Joining Pillsbury's new Blueberry Crumble and Apple Pie-flavored cookie doughs are its returning Grands S'mores Rolls.

Pillsbury Grands S'mores Rolls Return for the 2026 Season

Just like the classic campfire treat, Pillsbury's refrigerated dough features chocolate and marshmallow flavors in the style of its classic Grands Cinnamon Rolls. So instead of cinnamon-and-sugar bits, the roll is stuffed with a fudgy, chocolatey filling and topped with marshmallow-flavored icing, per an official retailer's description.

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The limited-time item first appeared on the market about a decade ago, when the s'mores craze was starting to really take off, joining other consumer favorites like "S'mOREOs." And in the nearly 10 years since the rolls debuted, the flavor has remained just as popular, with more recent additions like Pillsbury's S'mores Big Cookies, Pop-Tarts S'mores Ice Cream Sandwiches and Little Bites S'mores Muffins winning over snackers.

"I'll eat a cardboard box if it was smores flavored," one fan joked on Facebook.

"Anything S'mores yes plz" a second agreed, while a third cheered, "Yummy! I love smores anything."

"This sounds so good," someone else said of the Pillsbury Grands.

"Love s'mores!" a different fan said with applause, adding that they're "definitely going to try these."

"oh i absolutely need!" another gushed.

One more suggested adding "some graham on top to really tie the smores concept."

Where Will Pillsbury's S'mores Rolls Be Available?

Although Pillsbury's returning S'mores Rolls haven't hit its official website yet, a current product listing shows them available in 17.5-ounce cans (yielding five big rolls) at Walmart for $4.37 (prices may vary). Some eagle-eyed shoppers have also spotted the item in store at select locations, per trusted food blogger Markie_devo, so even if it's not available for delivery, it may be worth perusing the grocery aisles at your local Walmart the next time you're there.

Whether the item is exclusive to the mega retailer is currently unclear, but it's likely that Walmart is just the first to list it, and it will be found at other stores later this season as stocks of the springtime favorite Strawberry and Cream Cinnamon Rolls begin to deplete.

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Thirty years after its release, Heat has been named one of the “Greatest Heist Thrillers of All Time” by Collider — and one of the most perfect crime films ever made. But the project almost never got off the ground. 

The film centers on Neil McCauley (Robert De Niro), a professional criminal pulling off heists across Los Angeles, and Vincent Hanna (Al Pacino), the obsessive LAPD detective determined to bring him down.

The closer the two get, the clearer the parallel becomes. Both men are consumed by their work and are losing the people around them because of it. It all builds toward a legendary downtown shootout and a final face-off between the pair.

But more than the plot, the film's biggest draw was its casting. Pacino and De Niro had previously co-starred in The Godfather Part II without ever sharing a scene. Heat finally changed that — and that alone made it one of the most anticipated films in years.

As it turns out, that famous diner scene, the first time the two icons appeared on screen together, wasn't rehearsed.

“Al and I didn’t rehearse the scene,” De Niro admitted to the crowd at Tribeca Festival in 2022. “We just thought it was better just to do it.”

Pacino credited the scene's success to his co-star's instincts. "You can do anything with Bob," he said. "No matter what you do, he's going to hear it, react to it and connect to it. That's a real luxury."

Despite its reputation, Heat was largely overlooked during awards season, earning nominations only at the Saturn Awards. What's perhaps most surprising, though, is how close it came to never happening at all.

Michael Mann originally wrote the story in the late 1970s and tried to bring it to life as a TV movie called L.A. Takedown, which aired in 1989 and flopped. For years, the project went nowhere. 

Mann eventually reworked it as a feature in the early 1990s, but it wasn't until De Niro and Pacino came aboard that the financing fell into place and the film could finally move forward. 

The thriller was intended as a standalone — but that hasn't stopped fans from wanting more. When Pacino was asked who should play Lt. Hanna in a sequel, he had a quick answer.

“Timothée Chalamet,” he said. “I mean, he’s a wonderful actor. Great looks.” 

As it turns out, a sequel is already in the works. Based on the 2022 novel Heat 2, the film will explore the characters before and after the events of the original. 

"It’s been my intention for a long time to do the further stories of ‘Heat,’” Man told Deadline. "There was always a rich history or back-story about the events in these people’s lives before 1995 in ‘Heat’ and projection of where their lives would take them after."

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Action, with its explosions, dramatic dialogue, and heart-racing scenes, is one of the most popular movie genres. However, not all action films get the love they deserve.

In April 2026, the publication Collider shared a list of the top 10 "Most Underrated Action Movies" that were released within the last 100 years. The ranking featured acclaimed action films like The Driver from 1978, Blue Ruin, released in 2013, 1985's To Live and Die in L.A., The Hitcher from 1986, and 1967's Point Blank.

Collider named Thief, released in 1981, as the number one most underrated action movie since 1926. The publication reported that the Michael Mann-directed movie deserved the title because it's a visually appealing, highly detailed, and entertaining heist film.

Thief's star late actor James Caan shared that he had great appreciation for the 1981 crime movie in a 2020 interview.

"I mean I've done 100 and some pictures, I'm most proud of I think if there were two or three pictures, Thief is certainly one of them," said Caan, who played Frank in the film.

Caan also said that Mann, who also wrote the film, approached him with the script. The Elf star said he took an immediate liking to the "subject matter" and the character of Frank, and helped the movie get made.

"I had a little power in those days. I was fairly popular at one time, so we put it together right away. Jerry Bruckheimer was a producer," said Caan, who died in 2022 at the age of 82.

In the 2020 interview, Caan shared that Mann worked with an intensity while shooting Thief, which benefitted the film.

"He's a workaholic. He was very focused, Napoleonic actually, and, you know, he's a loon. But he's good. We'd start like Monday morning at six o'clock, or 5:30, some stupid hour, right? And then he'd work 'til 8 o'clock at night," recalled Caan. "I mean it was brutal. 18 hours as nuts as that sounds was kind of fairly ordinary for us. But it was tough like that. And Michael was pretty precise in a good way."

Tombstone has taken one of its unique pizza options and elevated it to an entirely new level. Fans of Tombstone's French Fry Style Crust Pizza can now get it in a garlic parmesan style.

Tombstone teases, "For anyone who loves pizza and loaded fries, this is your dream mashup." It's described as a "bold twist on frozen pizza," and has a creamy garlic sauce paired with parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, and garlic seasoning.

All of that garlicy-parmesan goodness is layered on top of Tombstone's unique potato-based, French fry-style crust, which it initially launched last year.

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Tombstone's French fry-style pizza crust is already a popular item, in large part because it is gluten-free. Initially, the company released a loaded bacon cheddar version along with a chili cheese option.

The new Garlic Parm Tombstone French Fry Crust Pizza keeps the gluten-free crust and ups the ante with the "bold texture and comfort food vibes" of the new flavor combination.

The Candy Hunting Instagram account posted about the new Tombstone pizza on April 13. Along with the Tombstone debut, the Instagram post noted that Red Baron is also releasing several new Crunch Time options.

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While fans are eager to check out each of the new pizza variations, the Tombstone Garlic Parm option was the clear favorite among those Instagram users who commented on the post.

"What stores??? I'm drooling over garlic parm one," one comment read.

Another Instagram user added, "Oooh garlic parm?? Yes please! I loved the last 2 flavors they had out for the French fry crust!"

According to an Instagram post by SnackWire, the new version of Tombstone pizza will be available in stores soon.

The search option on Tombstone's website indicates that this new flavor may be available in some areas already. However, it appears to be fairly limited at this point.

It seems that Kroger will be one option, as will Shop Rite. It seems likely that additional retailers will begin to have the product available as the Tombstone Garlic Parm French Fry Style Crust Pizza fully rolls out into stores soon.

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If you're already planning some spring and summer gatherings and need an easy way to brighten up your backyard, Walmart has a practical solution that won't break the bank. The retailer's bestselling Daybetter Solar Light 6-Pack will instantly add some ambient lighting to your patio, garden, or deck, and the top-rated set is on sale for nearly 40% off right now.  

For a limited time, the popular six-pack is available for just $34, down from $56. You can shop it in both white and warm white hues, and it also comes in smaller two- and four-pack sets at varying prices. 

Daybetter Solar Light 6-Pack, $34 (was $56) at Walmart

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No matter which color you opt for, these solar lights will help illuminate your space for all your outdoor gatherings, creating a warm, cozy atmosphere wherever you place them. They have a simple, sleek design that's versatile enough to use in a variety of spots, including patios, gardens, garages, driveways, stairs, and more. They have three different lighting modes — low, medium, and high — and a built-in sensor that automatically turns on at sunset and off at sunrise, allowing for hassle-free operation. 

With an IP65 waterproof rating, the Daybetter solar lights are built to withstand all types of weather conditions, including snow, heat, and cold. Each spotlight features 64 ultra-bright LED lights, which can illuminate distances up to 10 meters. The set also comes with a wall plug, knob cap, and ground rod, so you can choose how you want to install it; insert it into the ground to brighten up the outdoor landscape or fix it to a wall or fence to use as a wall lamp.

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These solar lights are a Walmart bestseller for good reason, earning over 1,100 five-star ratings from shoppers. One reviewer said they're "very bright" and "stay lit all night long," while another said the set "looks so elegant" in their yard. A third buyer highlighted their quality, adding that they're the "perfect upgrade" for gardens and patios.  

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This flash deal won't last long, so if you've been considering snagging some solar lights for your outdoor space, now's your chance to score a great deal. Grab this highly rated six-pack while it's still on sale for under $35 at Walmart.  

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Eric Roberts is shutting down rumors of any bad blood between him and his sisterJulia Roberts.

The actor was a guest on the It Happened in Hollywood podcast on Tuesday, April 14 where he addressed speculation that him and Julia had a falling out. Rumors about their contentious relationship began after Eric was interviewed by Vanity Fair in 2018 where he said, “If it wasn't for me, there would be no Julia Roberts and no Emma Robertsas celebrities, as actresses, and I'm very proud of that."

"It's not true — it never was true. We're fine," Eric said of the rumors in the podcast. "We have disagreements, as people do, but we like and respect each other very much."

He continued, "She's a wonderful actor, she's a wonderful human. I think she's even a wonderful mother — that's the hardest job there is. "So, you know, she's a cool chick and I like her."

Eric also addressed why he and his sister do not speak about each other publicly to the press. He explained that the two are often in "contest" with each other both being actors. However, he maintains they have never had any major disagreements over the years.

"The only issues we have are like day-to-day disagreements on whatever, but it's not a thing," Eric said. "I like my sister very much. I'm impressed with her wonderful career. And she's got three kids — she's a mom, dude!"

In his memoir released in Sept. 2024, Runaway Train: Or, The Story of My Life So Far, Eric apologized for his comments in the Vanity Fair article, writing, "Now one of the things I'd like to apologize for in this book is for publicly saying on more than one occasion, 'If it wasn't for me, there would be no Julia Roberts.' That's not only unfortunate, but it's also untrue. And I hope Julie will accept this more public apology. It was an asinine thing to have said. I was proud of her, but it was pride turned on its head, to my own advantage."

Costco shoppers are suddenly stopping in their tracks for something that feels purely nostalgic. Millennials in particular seem to be doing double takes and immediately texting the group chat about the newest Costco find in the warehouse. The retailer is now stocking a giant version of this classic board game, and it will definitely take your game nights to new levels.

Costco has quietly stocked a life-size version of Guess Who?, the classic two-player deduction game that many of us grew up playing in the 1980s and '90s. Originally released in 1979 and brought to the United States by Milton Bradley in 1982, the game became a staple of childhood. Players take turns asking yes-or-no questions like "Does your person have glasses?" to narrow down 24 characters until only one mystery face remains.

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Now imagine that—but 3.6 feet wide.

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Priced at $89.99, the oversized version keeps the same concept but turns it into a statement piece. Instead of a tabletop board, this one stands tall, making it a blast to have around the house for family game night or gatherings with friends and family. It's the kind of thing that instantly draws people in.

Fans online, like user @costcohotfinds, are already buzzing. Millennials are running to Costco to grab one, eager to get their kids in on the same vibe they grew up with. There's something sweet about watching a new generation discover the thrill of flipping down those little faces one by one.

Some shoppers have pointed out that the updated character lineup feels more diverse than the original, a welcome change for a game that has spanned decades. And one creative commenter even suggested swapping out the character photos with Polaroids for a wedding or party game. Imagine guests trying to guess which cousin or college friend is the mystery person.

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Because of its size, it works just as well outdoors as it does in a playroom or basement. Set it up in the backyard during a barbecue or bring it out for a birthday party, and you've got an instant activity that doesn't require screens or complicated rules. Just don't forget to bring it back inside so it doesn't get damaged by the weather.

More than two million copies of Guess Who? are still sold each year, proof that simple, face-to-face games haven't lost their charm. Seeing it reimagined at this scale feels like a nod to the generations who grew up with it—and an invitation to make new memories.

For $89.99, it's not just a board game. It's a conversation starter, a photo op and for many shoppers, a chance to relive a little piece of childhood in a very big way.

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When it comes to readers’ favorite audiobooks, The Help by Kathryn Stockett is a No. 1 pick.

Goodreads has a list of the best audiobooks as voted on by the platform’s users. Of the thousands of books featured, The Helpoutranks all the others. Rounding out the top five are Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone and Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban by J.K. Rowling, Ready Player One by Ernest Cline and Bossypants by Tina Fey.

The Help’s audiobook is narrated by Cassandra Campbell, Jenna Lamia, Octavia Spencer and Bahni Turpin. The audiobook won the fiction and distinguished achievement in production categories at the 2010 Audie Awards, which honored the best titles in audio publishing during the previous year. It was also Audible’s 2009 pick for Audiobook of the Year.

Published in February 2009, The Help is a historical fiction book that follows Black maids working in white households in Jackson, Mississippi, during the early 1960s. Stockett’s debut novel spent more than 100 weeks on the New York Times bestsellers list, selling millions of copies of both the print and audiobook editions.

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The Help was later adapted into a 2011 film starring Spencer (Minerva “Minny” Jackson), Emma Stone (Eugenia “Skeeter” Phelan), Viola Davis (Aibileen Clark), Bryce Dallas Howard (Hillary “Hilly” Walters Holbrook), Jessica Chastain (Celia Rae Foote), Allison Janney (Charlotte Phelan), Cicely Tyson (Constantine Jefferson) and Sissy Spacek (Mrs. Walters).

For her performance, Spencer, 55, won the Academy Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role in 2012. The movie earned three additional Oscar nominations for Best Picture, Best Actress in a Leading Role for Davis, 60, and Best Actress in a Supporting Role for Chastain, 49.

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In a 2009 interview with Audible, Stockett, 57, revealed how Spencer ended up narrating The Help’s audiobook prior to embodying the role of Minny in the film adaptation.

“Before the book was even recorded, I wanted Octavia Spencer to play the part of Minny because she’s so incredible, she projects so well, her voice, she’s an actress in Los Angeles, and really she was, in her mannerisms and gestures, she was my inspiration for Minny,” she explained at the time. “I think publishers and recording studios are very wary when the author recommends a friend … and they said, ‘OK, fine, but she has to audition.’ And they were blown away.”

Now, 17 years after The Help’s debut, Stockett is preparing to release her second novel, The Calamity Club, on May 5. The story centers around a group of women navigating the Great Depression in Oxford, Mississippi, in 1933.  

“The pressure was definitely on,” she told The New York Times in March 2025 of writing her follow-up book. “The fear of failure, it really weighs on a writer.”

Stockett started working on The Calamity Club in 2013. After seven years and approximately 800 pages written, she nearly gave up on the book in 2020, but she ultimately persisted. More than a decade after she began the process of crafting her second novel, Stockett is leaving behind any expectations about how her next book might be received.

“I can’t believe it happened then,” she said of The Help’s success, “and I have no idea what’s going to happen this time around either.”  

In 1996, Toni Braxton released a song that would go on to define heartbreak for an entire generation.

Her hit, "Un-Break My Heart," soared to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, where it held the top spot for an impressive 11 weeks. With its sweeping orchestration and deeply emotional lyrics, the track quickly became one of the biggest songs of the decade.

Written by Diane Warren, the song tells the story of a woman pleading for a lost love to return, capturing the raw pain and longing that follow a breakup. Braxton's rich, soulful vocals brought a level of vulnerability and intensity that resonated deeply with listeners.

"Un-Break My Heart" stood out for its dramatic arrangement, blending pop and R&B with a cinematic feel that elevated it beyond a typical love song. Its emotional honesty and universal theme of heartbreak helped it connect with audiences around the world.

The song's impact was further amplified by its iconic music video, which told a tragic love story that mirrored the lyrics and added to its emotional weight.

"Un-Break My Heart" went on to win the Grammy Award for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance, cementing its place in music history.

However, Braxton came close to never recording the hit song at all. "I heard the song [and] I thought, 'This is nice, it's all right.' [My record producers] said, We think this is a smash,'" she told The New York Post.

"I knew I wanted to change my image and be a little sexier. It was strategic to be an [adult contemporary] artist because of the texture of my voice, but I wanted to be 25 years old. I thought 'Un-Break My Heart' would put me back in the same category of being an adult contemporary artist. But they turned out to be right. I didn’t want to do it but I did it and it was the biggest thing in my career."

Big indeed. In 2020, the song hit an all-new milestone. "'Un-break My Heart' recently broke 500 million on YouTube," Braxton told iHeartRadio. "When I got that call, I was shocked, but humbled. I can't even explain to you how it makes you feel. It's surreal."

More than two decades later, the track remains a staple of breakup playlists. a timeless anthem that continues to resonate with anyone who has experienced love and loss.

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