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Shirley MacLaine, 92, Delights Fans With Rare Social Media Video Showing Her Bright Smile
Shirley MacLaine is 92 and still going strong!
The beloved actress, who rose to stardom hoofing it on Broadway, found tremendous success in film with movies like Terms of Endearment, Steel Magnolias, and Postcards From The Edge. These days, she's enjoying the quieter time of her retirement, but is occasionally spotted out and about in Hollywood. While she hasn't appeared in film or television since 2022, MacLaine just made a rare appearance on social media with a longtime friend. Sporting her trademark oversized glasses and white hair, MacLaine is navigating her nineties with ease.
"Shirley MacLaine, my former boss. Catching up!" said Monique Guild.
View this post on Instagram Terms of Endearment MemoriesOne of MacLaine’s most iconic roles was in 1983’s Terms of Endearment alongside Debra Winger and Jack Nicholson. In a recent interview, the film’s director, James L. Brooks, reflected on the tense set of the beloved film, which chronicled the tumultuous relationship between a mother and daughter throughout the decades.
Brooks told PEOPLE that the film’s set felt like “when mom and dad are fighting, and that kind of frozen feeling you get in the pit of your stomach that you can do very little about it… It was a little like that.”
MacLaine and Winger didn’t get along, but the film ultimately triumphed, earning critical acclaim and a place in the hearts of film fans forever.
“At the end, there was enormous grace on Debra’s part, because we went to the Oscars,” Brooks reflected. “Everybody came home with an Oscar except Debra.”
Both Nicholson and MacLaine earned Oscars for their roles.
“People were posing with their Oscars, and she (Debra) sat there posing with an imaginary one,” he recalled. “So she had great grace at the end of it, but for a while there it was as rocky as it gets.”
Check out MacLaine in the iconic film below:
Free PopUp Bagels
The cult-favorite bagel shop is teaming up with BFF to give away free three-packs of its signature bagels with a schmear to the first 100 people who show up at each participating location on Saturday morning.
To qualify, you'll need to be a member of the PopUp Bagels Group on BFF before arriving. Once you're in, it's first come, first served. The promotion will be available at all eight PopUp Bagels locations across New York City, giving bagel lovers multiple chances to start the weekend with breakfast on the house.
Part of what's made PopUp Bagels such a cult favorite in the first place is its signature "grip, rip, and dip" concept: hot, fresh bagels served in packs, meant to be torn apart and dunked straight into a schmear rather than sliced and spread.
View this post on InstagramThe chain keeps things simple with just five bagel varieties (plain, everything, sesame, salt and poppy) but the real draw is its ever-changing lineup of creative schmears. Rotating weekly, past flavors have included everything from truffle butter to Birthday Cake Batter cream cheese and Guinness Chocolate Stout Cake, giving regulars a reason to come back again and again just to see what's new.
More information about joining the PopUp Bagels Group on BFF is available on the brand's Instagram page. With free bagels and one of those signature schmears up for grabs, expect Saturday's giveaway to draw a crowd. If you're hoping to score breakfast on the house, arrive early and be prepared to wait.
Don't worry, the rip and dip is worth it.
Will Friedle and Rider Strong Reveal Why They 'Reluctantly' Appeared on 'Girl Meets World'
Will Friedle and Rider Strong are airing out the truth behind why they joined Girl Meets World, despite initially not wanting anything to do with the spinoff series.
In the era of coming-of-age sitcoms in the 90's, Boy Meets World is often tagged as a nostalgic cult classic. Friedle played one of the leading roles as Eric Matthews, with Strong playing the role of Corey's (Ben Savage) best friend, Shawn Hunter. The two actors would go on to play their respective roles for seven seasons on ABC until its end in 2000.
While the sitcom was a hit, with a spin-off series, Girl Meets World, having aired from 2014 until 2017. Both Savage and Danielle Fishel would reprise their roles as Cory and Topanga, as the series followed their married life and parenthood. The spin-off reunion didn't exactly happen on good terms for Friedle and Strong.
On a new episode of the We’re Still Here, Babepodcast, Frieldly revealed they had no idea the sitcom was returning and only found out on the news.
“Rider and I found out about Girl Meets World on the news. They didn’t tell us Girl Meets World was happening,” he explained. “No one told us... I started getting texts from people being like, ‘Congrats.’ I was like, ‘What? I don’t know what you’re talking about.’”
The two actors admit to having had no desire to return to the small screen for the spin-off, but ultimately bartered for a deal with the producer. The Boy Meets World alums ended up appearing in a few episodes only because they were allowed to write and direct the episodes. Friedle was told by his producer he could do anything he wanted if he appeared in the spin-off, to which he answered, "I want to write," but was shot down. They ended up with Friedle appearing in three episodes so he could write one.
He explained that he “very reluctantly went back on camera... I’d been writing at that time. I was writing for a lot of the animated series that I was doing. So I wanted to write for the show, and that was the only way I was allowed to do it. So I did not want to be on Girl Meets World. I didn’t want to have anything to do with Girl Meets World.”
Strong would agree with his co-star and had no intention of joining the spin-off, but he too, bartered a deal that he says became a "trade-off."
“I wasn’t going to do it. There was no way I was going to do it. And then the executive producer [kept] hounding me and hounding me and I said, ‘Okay, well let me direct and I’ll do it.’ And I ended up directing a lot. I ended up directing like 18 episodes. So it ended up being a great job as a director, but I had no interest in appearing as Shawn Hunter again and doing the show again."
The actor admits that if the spin-off had happened years later and they had been involved from the start, things would have been different. They also felt that between fan expectations and their identities being tied to their character, they felt it was "out of our control" and a "hijacking."
Kim Kardashian’s Daughter North West’s 14-City Tour Suddenly Canceled Just Days Before First Show
With North West's tour with Molly Santana scheduled to begin in less than a week, fans and ticket holders were shocked when Santana posted an unexpected update late at night on July 30: it was canceled.
"To everyone who bought tickets to the tour," the singer wrote in her Instagram stories. "I sincerely apologize."
"I know a lot of you have taken time out of your busy schedules and spent your hard earned money planning to be there," Santana continued. "Nothing makes me more happy than the opportunity to share more amazing memories with you all and I hope to see you soon."
"You are all so greatly appreciated and please know that I never take your time or support lightly," she added. "I love yall so much & I promise I will make this one up to you. black punk otw & be right back."
North West Remains SilentWhile West also posted on her Instagram stories on July 30, it wasn't to announce the tour cancellation. Instead, the daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West posted a video from her set at Lyrical Lemonade's Summer Smash musical festival.
View this post on InstagramThe Kimokawaii Tour was set to kick off on August 5 in Dallas. Other stops included Houston, Toronto, Philadelphia, New York City, Boston, Chicago, and San Francisco. The final stop in Los Angeles was scheduled for August 27.
All the dates are now listed as canceled on Ticketmaster, and Santana's link to the tour is broken.
Fan Outrage and Financial FrustrationWhile neither West nor Santana has indicated why the concert was scrapped mere days before the first scheduled concert, Santana's fans expressed their frustration on a recent post.
View this post on Instagram"This is prolly out of your hands but aw man a week before tho???) I love you Molly but I'm hurt," commented one person.
"MOLLY PLEASEEE DONT CANCEL THE TOUR I BOUGHT MEET AND GREET AND I CANT REFUND MY BNB IM DRIVING 4HRS PLEASEEE," wrote another upset fan.
For now, fans are left with empty calendars, lost travel expenses, and only a promise from Santana that she’ll "make this one up" to them soon.
Kelly Clarkson's Vintage-Inspired Area Rug Gives Any Room an Old-Money Feel for Less
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The Kelly Clarkson Home collection is a fantastic option for those looking to make their space a little more welcoming, blending Southern hospitality with French country elegance and offering a designer look at a more accessible price.
One standout shoppers are loving right now is the Kelly Clarkson Home Oriental Area Rug. Right now, this rectangle 6-foot-7-inch by 9-foot rug is $109, down from $415 — that’s 73% off. This vintage-inspired rug brings character to any space with its softly faded pattern and classic design. Reviewers said it’s “gorgeous” and “very soft,” and praised how it added warmth and personality to their homes.
Kelly Clarkson Home Oriental Area Rug, $109 (was $415) at Wayfair Shop at WayfairInspired by traditional Turkish rug patterns, the design pairs an intricate geometric design with delicate botanical details, giving it the look of a one-of-a-kind vintage find. It's made from durable polypropylene with a low 0.35-inch pile, which holds up well in high-traffic areas and slides easily under furniture. Since the pile runs on the thinner side, Wayfair suggests pairing it with a rug pad, which adds some cushioning and helps keep the rug from shifting.
Caring for this rug is easy, thanks to stain-resistant fibers that let you tackle spills quickly before they set. For everyday upkeep, a regular vacuuming is all it really needs to stay looking fresh.
The rug comes in a variety of rectangular sizes, from a compact 2-by-3-foot option up to a spacious 7-foot-10-inch-by-10-foot-3-inch, so there's a fit for just about any room. Prices start at $32 for the smallest size and go up to $137 for the largest option in stock.
With so many size options, the rug can easily be incorporated into nearly any space. Style a smaller rug in an entryway or bedroom for a cozy feel, or buy a larger one to anchor a living room or dining area. "This rug is so well made and just beautiful. It is my inspiration piece for decorating the room," one reviewer wrote. Another Wayfair shopper said, "The rug really livened up my space!!"
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With this 6-foot-7-inch by 9-foot Kelly Clarkson Home Oriental Area Rug on sale for just $109, now's a great time to give your space a designer-inspired refresh for less. Whether you're updating an entryway, bedroom, or living room, this vintage-style rug is worth adding to your cart before the sale ends or your favorite size sells out!
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Lil’ Kim Appears on the Red Carpet With Her 12-Year-Old Daughter, and Fans Barely Recognized the Rapper
Lil' Kim just hit the red carpet with her 12-year-old daughter, and the rap legend looks unrecognizable.
Kim, 52 (real name: Kimberly Denise Jones), rose to stardom as a titan of hip-hop, becoming a prominent female voice on the scene. After being discovered by the Notorious B.I.G., she went on to success with hits like "Queen Bitch," "Magic Stick," and "Lady Marmalade," her 2001 classic alongside Christina Aguilera, Mýa, and Pink as part of a medley in the beloved Baz Luhrmann film Moulin Rouge! Still working tirelessly as a rapper, Kim hit the red carpet alongside her 12-year-old daughter, Royal Reign, for the Amazon Kids Back-To-School Runway Show by Rookie Kids at Iron 23 this week in New York City. Kim's look was rather unrecognizable in comparison to the other times she stepped on the red carpet in recent years.
Check out photos from the fun event below:
Lil' Kim's Career HighlightsBack in 2023, Kim was asked about what the highlights of her career are.
"There are a few highlights in my career, but it’s funny ’cause I never had that “Oh my God” moment. Even to this day, I feel like that moment is still coming for me. Because I was just doing what I liked to do normally, and I was having fun. I didn’t really see that this was gonna be a career for me because I was just this kid having fun. Everyone knows I started when I was 16, so it’s like, when they were making a big fuss—hair, nails, and makeup—all that done at the same time, I was like, “This is what’s going on?” But it was just like… I was just walking, you know? And wherever God was taking me, that’s where I was going," she told XXL Magazine.
While she may not have a favorite, here is one of ours. Back in 1999, Kim made history at the MTV Video Music Awards in a purple outfit and matching wig that was a little bit risky. The rest went down in television history...
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I Tried A&W's New Root Beer Float Soda, and It Surprised Me in the Best Way Possible
Long before dessert-flavored sodas and dirty drinks became the latest beverage craze, there was the root beer float. According to popular lore, the iconic treat was born in 1893 when Cripple Creek, Colorado, soda fountain owner Frank J. Wisner looked toward the snow-capped peak of Cow Mountain and was inspired to drop a scoop of vanilla ice cream into a glass of root beer. He reportedly called the creation the "Black Cow," and more than 130 years later, the simple combination of frosty root beer and creamy vanilla ice cream remains one of the most nostalgic treats you can order.
It was a soda fountain favorite that has now been enjoyed for generations, and few brands are more closely connected to that tradition than A&W. The company has been serving root beer floats in its restaurants for decades, making the creamy classic just as recognizable as its signature root beer. So when A&W announced a new limited-edition Root Beer Float soda, it didn't feel like a random company chasing the latest flavor trend. Instead, it felt like a brand taking one of its best-known menu items and asking a simple question: What if you could enjoy this flavor without the actual ice cream?
The timing certainly doesn't hurt. Dessert-inspired soft drinks, dirty sodas and nostalgic flavors continue to have a moment, with brands leaning into familiar comfort foods in new ways. But unlike many of those releases, A&W's latest flavor feels rooted in something the company has been associated with for generations rather than a fleeting social media trend.
Of course, recreating a root beer float is about more than adding vanilla flavor to root beer. The appeal comes from the way creamy vanilla ice cream slowly melts into the crisp, bubbly soda, creating a drink that's richer, smoother and unmistakably different from plain root beer.
That's not an easy experience to recreate in a can, which made me curious enough to pick one up. I decided to do a taste test of the A&W Root Beer Float soda and find out whether A&W could actually pull it off. Here's what I thought.
What Is the A&W Root Beer Float?Courtesy Jim Hoffman
The A&W Root Beer Float is a limited-edition soft drink available in both regular and Zero Sugar varieties. Instead of requiring a scoop of vanilla ice cream, the soda builds that flavor directly into the drink with what the company describes as a "vanilla-kissed" finish designed to mimic a traditional root beer float.
The result is meant to capture the familiar combination of spicy root beer and creamy vanilla in a ready-to-drink format. It's a simple concept, but one that comes with high expectations. Anyone who has ever ordered a real root beer float knows the experience isn't just about sweetness—it's about balance. The vanilla should soften the root beer without overwhelming it, creating the rich, creamy finish that makes the dessert so iconic.
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What I Thought of A&W's Root Beer FloatCourtesy Jim Hoffman
I'll admit, I went into this expecting to be disappointed.
Too often, dessert-inspired sodas lean so heavily on sweetness that it overwhelms the flavor they're trying to replicate. I figured this would be another overly sugary, artificial vanilla-tasting soda with a hint of root beer. A novelty that would be interesting for a sip or two before becoming too much.
That was not the case this time.
From the first sip, it's apparent the root beer is still very much the star. It has the familiar herbal, slightly spicy flavor A&W fans already know, but it's softened by a creamy vanilla finish that develops as you drink it. While one TikTok reviewer noted traces of butterscotch, I found it leaned more toward vanilla, with perhaps just a hint of caramel on the finish.
Rather than tasting like someone pumped vanilla syrup into a can of root beer, the flavors blended together in a way that's surprisingly balanced.
The biggest surprise was how restrained the the whole thing is. The vanilla ice cream flavor is there, but it never overwhelms the drink or turns it into a liquid dessert. Instead, it lingers at the end of each sip, creating a smooth, almost melted ice cream finish that genuinely brings a root beer float to mind.
Of course, no canned soda can completely recreate the experience of a fresh scoop of ice cream slowly melting into your float. You're still missing the thick, frothy head that forms when vanilla ice cream meets carbonated root beer, along with the changing texture as the ice cream slowly melts into the drink. That's part of what makes the dessert so special.
Still, A&W comes much closer than I expected. Rather than trying to imitate every part of the experience, it focuses on the flavor profile—and for the most part, it succeeds. By dialing back the sweetness and letting the root beer remain the foundation, the company has created something that feels more like a variation rather than a gimmick.
If you already enjoy A&W Root Beer, there's a good chance you'll appreciate this version as well. The vanilla adds just enough richness to make it feel different without losing the character that made the original flavor so popular in the first place.
Is A&W's Root Beer Float Worth Trying?Cherish Gonzales / Getty Images
If you're expecting a carbonated milkshake, you'll probably be disappointed. But if you're hoping for a root beer with a creamy vanilla finish that genuinely reminds you of a classic float, the A&W Root Beer Float soda delivers surprisingly well.
I finished the can pleasantly surprised. What I expected to be an overly sweet novelty soda turned out to be a balanced, easy-drinking take on a nostalgic favorite. It won't replace the real thing, but it's not trying to. But for a tasty drink that comes with a kiss of nostalgia, it captures enough of that iconic float flavor to make picking a bottle or can up before it's gone worth it.
For a limited-edition release, it's one of the more successful dessert-inspired sodas I've tried, and one I'd happily buy again.
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Bunnie XO Is Ready to Go ‘Full-Blown Hollywood’ After Jelly Roll Divorce
Bunnie XO is making major career moves following her divorce from Jelly Roll.
According to a source who spoke with People, the podcast host and Stripped Down: Unfiltered and Unapologetic author is already setting her sights on her next chapter in entertainment.
“She’s in Los Angeles meeting with producers for her potential reality show,” the source says. “She’s taking a ton of meetings. She’s meetings with agents and TV agents and production companies. So she’s going full-blown Hollywood.”
The insider added that Bunnie is "go-go-go" when it comes to expanding her empire.
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Jelly Roll filed for divorce from Bunnie in May, and the split was finalized on July 17.
The former couple first met after Bunnie attended one of Jelly Roll's concerts at Las Vegas' Country Saloon in 2015. They married on Aug. 31, 2016, in a Las Vegas courthouse after the country star proposed onstage earlier that night.
Although they do not share any biological children, they have previously been open about their IVF journey, which Bunnie has said they plan to continue despite their divorce. Jelly Roll shares daughter Bailee Ann with his ex, Felicia Beckwith, and son Noah Buddy with Melisa Ann Cowell.
Bunnie's latest career moves come as speculation surrounding the reason for the couple's split continues to swirl, fueled in part by comments made by Jelly Roll's daughter, Bailee, during a TikTok Live earlier this month.
“Y’all have no f–-king idea what happened, and wait ’till y’all find out. Just f–-king wait,” Bailee said during a TikTok Live posted on July 19. “Because I promise y’all, the view of what y’all have of not only the situation, but their relationship and the internet in totality is about to f–-king crumble the day that I open my mouth.”
Bunnie later pushed back on the speculation, denying that Bailee's comments were directed at her.
"She didn’t say anything lol [people] just wanna run [with] a narrative," Bunnie said of her former stepdaughter's video. "Love my baby forever."
Starbucks' Fall 2026 Menu Causes a Stir After Fan-Favorite Drink Is Missing
Starbucks' fall 2026 menu caused a stir after a fan-favorite drink was reportedly missing from its lineup.
On Thursday, July 30, trusted food blogger Markie_Devotook to Instagram with a sneak peek of the coffee chain's fall offerings.
Starbucks' Fall 2026 Menu Reportedly Features Several New DrinksAlthough Starbucks hasn't officially announced its Fall 2026 menu, Devo reported that the following new drinks will be featured, starting in late August:
- Chaider
- Iced Banana Bread Latte and Iced Banana Bread Chai
- Dirty Chai
- Pumpkin Spice Chai
- Iced Pumpkin Cream Shaken Espresso
- Iced Pumpkin Cream Matcha
Returning fall drinks at Starbucks reportedly include:
- Pecan Cortado, Iced Pecan Crunch Latte, and Pecan Crunch Latte
- Pumpkin Spice Latte
- Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew
- Ice Pumpkin Cream Chai
- Pumpkin Spice Frappuccino
Notably missing from the fall 2026 menu at Starbucks, however, were its Apple Crisp drinks. In fall 2025, the coffee chain brought back the Iced Apple Crisp Oatmilk Shaken Espresso following online fan outrage. Apple Crisp debuted in 2021, leaving menus in 2024.
It's possible that Starbucks will bring back Apple Crisp for a limited time during a second fall menu drop, just like it did last year.
View this post on Instagram Starbucks Is Reportedly Adding New Food Items to Its Fall 2026 LineupAdditionally, the Starbucks fall 2026 lineup will reportedly include the return of its Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin, as well as a Hedgehog Cake Pop and a Chicken Bacon Protein Pocket.
Parade reached out to Starbucks for comment, but did not immediately hear back.
Starbucks Customers Shared Mixed Reactions to the Fall 2026 MenuLater, Devo posted a video with descriptions of the fall 2026 drinks coming to Starbucks.
In the comments, followers shared their reactions to the reported menu, with one Instagram user declaring, "Ah, excited that pecan crunch is back and excited to try the banana bread latte 😍."
Another exclaimed, "Yay!!!!! Super excited for this!"
Someone else shared, "Patiently waiting til August 25th, I've been wanting Starbucks to make a pumpkin cream shaken espresso for years."
View this post on InstagramMeanwhile, a different follower demanded, "WHERE IS OUR APPLE CRISP!!!!"
A second echoed, "Terrible menu! Not everyone likes pumpkin. Banana isn’t even fall. I miss apple."
Yet another Instagram user agreed, lamenting, "APPLE??? 🍏 no caramel apple 😢."
When Is the Starbucks 2026 Fall Menu Release Date?"This menu is speculated to drop at Starbucks locations nationwide on August 25th," Devo shared in his original post. "Stay tuned for any updates!"
He added, "I’m here for the Hedgehog cake pop!🦔🧁🍭."
What do you think of the reported fall 2026 Starbucks menu?
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Citi's Premier Credit Card Is Offering Exclusive Dinners at New York Fashion Week, F1, and Art Basel
If you hold Citi's top-tier Strata Elite card, your fall travel calendar just got a major upgrade.
Citi and Mastercard have announced the return of The Curated Table, an exclusive dining series that pairs cardholders with intimate culinary and cultural experiences during some of the biggest event weekends of the year.
Following last year's sold-out debut—which brought cardholders into private events with Niall Horan and J Balvin—this fall's expanded lineup is heading to New York City, Austin, and Miami.
The series kicks off on September 9 during New York Fashion Week at The Shed, where guests will experience design ateliers and a private runway show by designer Christian Siriano alongside a custom menu from celebrity chef brothers Michael and Bryan Voltaggio.
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Citi Strata Elite x The Curated Table
On October 21, the series moves to Austin for United States Grand Prix weekend, partnering with the McLaren Mastercard Formula 1 Team for an evening featuring fine dining and an appearance by an F1 driver.
The series wraps up on December 2 in Miami during Art Basel week, blending multi-sensory dining, live music, and interactive visual art installations with a featured global artist.
While access to the dining series is strictly reserved for Citi Strata Elite cardholders, the events offer serious value for eligible members, with tickets starting at $100 per person at priceless.com/CuratedTable (plus limited add-on packages that include direct access to Siriano's runway show).
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How the Citi Strata Elite Card Earns PointsBeyond event access, the Citi Strata Elite Card offers serious everyday value and high-earning rewards to maximize your fall travel plans:
- 12x points on hotels, car rentals, and attractions booked through Citi Travel.
- 6x points on air travel booked via Citi Travel.
- 6x points at restaurants (including delivery services) on Friday and Saturday nights from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. ET (3x points at all other times).
- 1.5x points on all other everyday purchases.
- Mastercard World Legend Benefits: Access to priority international restaurant reservations and exclusive global ticketing for music, theater, and sports.
- Nearly $1,500 in annual value across travel, dining, and lifestyle credits.
While market heavyweights like the Chase Sapphire Reserve, Amex Platinum, and Capital One Venture X have long dominated premium travel discussions, Citi’s latest push with the Strata Elite Card presents a serious case for top-tier status.
By offering market-topping portal multipliers—like 12x points on hotels and car rentals—alongside rare perks like American Airlines Admirals Club passes and $1,500 in potential annual value, the card shifts the conversation from standard point accumulation to high-value experiential rewards.
2002 Film Starring an Oscar-Winning Actor Gets Crowned the Most Perfect Horror Movie Since 2000
To reach what could be considered perfection in a movie is a daunting task, especially in the horror genre. For one, not everyone can stomach the intense, often gory genre. Also, not every scare or dark metaphor will have the same impact on every viewer.
That being said, the publication Collider recently released a list of the "6 most perfect horror movies released since 2000." According to the publication, the top 21st-century horror movies include 2017's Get Out, Sinners from 2025, and The Babadook, released in 2014. Collider named the 2002 Danny Boyle zombie classic, 28 Days Later, as the "most perfect horror movie released since 2000." The publication reported that the film, which has spawned several equally intense sequels, helped make modern audiences have a reverence for zombie movies.
Danny Boyle Shared What He Most Appreciated About the '28 Days Later' ScriptIn a 2002 interview speaking about 28 Days Later, which stars Oscar-winning actor Cillian Murphy as Jim, Boyle shared he was interested in making the film after reading Alex Garland's script. He said that he appreciated the film's "idea that there's a psychological virus [that] causes this apocalypse."
"We've all seen movies about biological viruses being released and causing mayhem and stuff like this. But there was this premise in it, this slightly projected premise, this sci-fi idea that it's a psychological virus," explained the British filmmaker.
In addition, Boyle said he believed the virus mirrors certain social issues.
"But the idea, and that it was linked to rage or this social intolerance that is everywhere, now appears to be everywhere, certainly in this country, certainly in Britain, and that somehow that this might escape and run rampant across the country and create these monsters that just kill people," said Boyle during the 2002 interview. "And that the monsters are us, really, in a way that there's not something that we can blame on something else, like, aliens or something terrible mutation of biology. This is actually something that comes out of what we're like."
'Glee' Star Kevin McHale Slams Fans Over 'Curse' Theory
Glee star Kevin McHale is calling out fans who claim the show is cursed following the deaths of three of its main cast members.
The hit musical comedy-drama aired on Fox from 2009 to 2015. During the series run, Cory Monteith died at age 31 from a drug overdose in 2013. In the years following the show's conclusion, Mark Salling died by suicide in 2018 and Naya Rivera died in an accidental drowning in 2020.
On Wednesday, July 29, McHale, who portrayed Artie Abrams on the series, shared a rare and emotional response to the long-running "Glee curse" theory in a post on X.
"let me log off today because the way too many of you talk about real people who have passed as a 'sacrifice' or a 'curse' in regards to a tv show is f--king diabolical and untethered from any sort of humanity or reality," McHale wrote. "get f--ked."
Fans quickly rallied behind the actor in the replies, agreeing that referring to the deaths as part of a "curse" is insensitive.
"I'm so sorry, man. I cannot even fathom what that's like when you and your other cast members have lost your sweet friends the way you have," one fan wrote. "People act like what it said on the internet doesn't affect people in real life. It makes me sad."
"I think, sometimes, folks trying to make sense of occurrences that truly don’t make sense, draw absurd conclusions without considering the way it might affect others," said another. "I hope you and your IRL people continue to be a support system to each other."
"I’ve always HATED seeing people talk about this," added a third. "It’s so f--king disrespectful to their memory and to their families and friends. I’ve always spoken up about it, and I’ll keep saying how cruel and thoughtless it is. It pisses me off so much!!!!!"
McHale's comments come shortly after Glee co-creator Ryan Murphy revealed that he has considered rebooting the series.
“That show is interesting because it’s come back around,” he said in an interview with People. “So many young people now watch it. And I’m like, ‘Maybe we should revisit that show.’”
“My nostalgia and love for that show is enough that I’m like, ‘Well, maybe people would like to see a new incarnation of that in some capacity,'” he continued. “So yeah, I love that show and I loved what it became and what it meant to so many people.”
Costco Just Dropped a Fan-Favorite Food Find at Nearly 50% Off
Costco shoppers have another exclusive food find to add to their grocery lists.
Beginning Aug. 3, Fly By Jing is bringing its popular Chili Crisp Noodles to Costco stores for the first time, giving members a chance to stock up at a significant discount.
The warehouse retailer will sell an eight-pack for $14.99, roughly half the product's typical $30 retail price. The launch marks the first time the noodles have been available at Costco after previously selling out online multiple times.
Fly By Jing has built a loyal following for its Sichuan-inspired pantry staples, particularly its signature chili crisp, and the instant noodles have quickly become one of the brand's most sought-after products.
The noodles feature chewy wheat noodles paired with the brand's signature chili crisp-inspired sauce, delivering the bold, spicy and savory flavors that have made Fly By Jing a favorite among home cooks and food lovers.
The noodles aren't the only Fly By Jing product Costco shoppers can pick up.
The retailer is also carrying a two-pack of the brand's bestselling Sichuan Chili Crisp for $14.99, another substantial savings compared to its usual $30 price for the same quantity.
The chili crisp, which has become the brand's signature product, is made with Sichuan chili peppers, fermented black beans, garlic, onion and spices. Fans use it to add heat and crunch to everything from eggs and dumplings to pizza, noodles and even ice cream.
With both products available at nearly 50% off their regular retail prices, Costco members looking to spice up their pantry may want to grab them while supplies last.
As with many Costco food finds, availability may vary by warehouse, and limited-time offerings often disappear quickly once they're gone.
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'70s Rock Legend Announces New Music 57 Years After Beginning Career
More than half a century after first making his mark on the music world, Rick Wakeman is preparing to release another ambitious studio album.
The legendary keyboardist has announced Return to the Red Planet, a new instrumental concept album due Oct. 24 via Fragile Records. The project serves as a sequel to his 2020 release The Red Planet and continues the science fiction-inspired storytelling that has become one of Wakeman's trademarks.
According to the announcement, Return to the Red Planet explores humanity's fascination with Mars through a sweeping collection of keyboard-driven compositions. Wakeman performs on piano, Hammond organ, Mellotron, Minimoog, and a host of other vintage and modern instruments, blending progressive rock with orchestral and cinematic influences.
"Once I started looking at the new data and photographs, I realized there was an entirely new album waiting to be written," Wakeman said in a statement. "There was simply too much more to say about Mars — musically and spiritually — not to return."
The album also reunites Wakeman with several longtime collaborators.
Joining him on the record are guitarist Dave Colquhoun, bassist Lee Pomeroy, and vocalist Hayley Sanderson, along with members of the English Rock Ensemble. Together, they help bring Wakeman's latest musical journey to life across an expansive collection of new compositions.
"They work together so well," Wakeman told Louder. "They bounce off each other. Conkers [Adam Falkner, drums] would say to Lee [Pomeroy] – who's known as The Oracle – 'If I do this here, why don't you do something like that there?' And they'd go, 'That’s a good idea.' Then Dave [Colquhoun] would go, 'Well, if you're going to do that, I'll do this.'"
For Wakeman, the release adds another chapter to a remarkable career that began 57 years ago.
After emerging as one of Britain's most sought-after session musicians in the late 1960s, he became an integral member of Yes, contributing to landmark progressive rock albums including Fragile, Close to the Edge, and Tales from Topographic Oceans. Alongside his work with the band, Wakeman built a celebrated solo career through elaborate concept albums such as The Six Wives of Henry VIII, Journey to the Centre of the Earth, The Myths and Legends of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table, and most recently, The Red Planet.
"A couple of years before [The Red Planet] [a friend and astrophysicist Garik Israelian] mentioned to me that 2021 would be the 50th anniversary of man arriving at Mars," Wakeman told Arcana FM. "He said, 'It does look like your old friend David Bowie was right, there was life on Mars. A few billion years ago there were oceans and rivers. It didn't have the atmosphere we've got but the new pictures, which will all be available online in a year or so, are phenomenal'. I went very quiet, and said, 'You’ve just given me the concept I've been searching for.' That's when it all started."
Widely regarded as one of progressive rock's greatest keyboard players, Wakeman has continued recording, touring, broadcasting, and composing well into his seventies. His ability to blend classical influences with rock instrumentation has made him one of the genre's most enduring and influential figures.
Fifty-seven years after beginning his recording career, Rick Wakeman continues to look toward the future instead of the past. With Return to the Red Planet, the Rock & Roll Hall of Famer is once again inviting listeners on an imaginative musical voyage, proving his creative spirit remains as boundless as ever.
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Walmart's Slim $70 Geometric Bookcase Turns Everyday Storage Into a Stylish Statement Piece
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In 2026, bookcases are no longer just for storing your favorite reads — they've become statement pieces that can completely transform a room. Shoppers are moving beyond basic, boxy shelving in favor of sculptural styles that combine practical storage with eye-catching decor. If you're looking to add both function and personality to any room, the Homfa 6-Tier Geometric Bookcase at Walmart is a stylish find worth checking out.
Right now, it's on sale for $70, down from $110, saving shoppers 30%. It has a modern S-shaped design featuring six compartments with plenty of space for books, plants, and collectibles. It's easy to see why shoppers are calling it "cute and unique" and a "gorgeous addition" to their homes.
Homfa Geometric Bookcase, $70 (was $110) at Walmart Shop at WalmartThe bookcase measures 75 inches high, 26.3 inches wide, and 8.8 inches deep, making it ideal for maximizing vertical storage, especially if you don’t have a lot of space. Its compact build works well in apartments, home offices, bedrooms or small corners.
The standout feature is its geometric S-shaped design with six staggered tiers, which creates dedicated display spaces for books and other home decor accents. Rather than looking like traditional storage, this bookcase brings a designer-inspired touch to the room.
One Walmart shopper shared, “I get compliments every time someone sees this shelving unit!” Another added, “Such a pretty and useful bookshelf.”
It is made from sturdy chipboard with an anti-peel finish that is waterproof and easy to wipe clean. Each shelf supports up to 22 pounds, giving you plenty of room for your favorite reads and decor.
The Homfa Geometric Bookcase comes in two versatile colors — black and white — so you can choose the shade that best suits your space.
Reviewers also praised its easy assembly, which can be done in under 10 minutes, according to Walmart. "I put it together myself, and it was incredibly easy,” one shopper shared. They also added that it was “great quality and just a different look compared to a traditional book shelf," Another wrote, "It's very sturdy and looks nice."
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Whether you're refreshing a small space or looking for a piece that doubles as decor, the Homfa 6-Tier Geometric Bookcase is a chic upgrade. Head to Walmart now to grab it while it’s still in stock and on sale!
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Chelsea Handler Blasts Joe Rogan's $82 Million Payday After Forbes Names Him Top-Earning Podcaster
Forbes just released their list of the highest-paid podcasters of 2026, and with a reported $82 million in earnings, Joe Rogan is at the top. But it looks like another celeb just doesn’t get the podcaster's appeal.
Comedian Chelsea Handler replied to Forbes’Instagram post of the list, bashing Rogan: “Who is paying Joe Rogan 82 million? Give that to our vets, or our children! 82 million to be completely uninformed and say ‘whoopsie doodle’ every time he’s wrong, which is frequent?”
Of course, her comment didn’t go unnoticed, and critics pounced on the slam with snap-backs of their own, such as, “You’re quite successful are you going to give up a part of your fortune or just count other peoples money and tell them what to do with it?”, “He doesn’t suggest anyone do what he says or should feel how he feels. He has people on he finds interesting and has a conversation. Why does that bother you? Your comments seem to stem from being bitter!” and “How about you lead what you are preaching about by giving your fortunes to needy people.”
View this post on InstagramThe backlash continued as others called Handler “a jealous sore loser”, “the biggest hater,” and a “hack.”
This isn’t exactly the first time Rogan has caused controversy. His conservative commentary, outspoken guests (on ‘The Joe Rogan Experience’), and vaccine skepticism have all given the public pause and led to other celebs speaking out against him.
In 2022, iconic musician Neil Young removed his tracks from Spotify in protest of Rogan’s podcast (which is also on Spotify). At the time, Young posted a letter on his website reading, “They can have Rogan or Young. Not both.”
While Handler bashed Rogan’s place as the highest-paid podcaster of 2026, she didn’t have anything else to say about the other people on Forbes list. At least, not publicly and not yet.
Forbes list also includes TBPN’s John Coogan and Jordi Hays ($70 million), The Diary of a CEO’s Steven Bartlett ($45 million), Crime Junkie’s Ashley Flowers ($42 million), SmartLess’ Will Arnett, Jason Bateman, and Sean Hayes ($37 million), The Mel Robbins Podcast’s Mel Robbins ($34 million), New Heights’ Jason and Travis Kelce ($35 million), Call Her Daddy’s Alex Cooper ($32 million), Pod Save America’s Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, Dan Pfeiffer, and Tommy Vietor ($28 million), The Breakfast Club’s Charlamagne Tha God ($27 million), and Armchair Expert’sDax Shepard ($25 million).
Other notable names on the list include Amy Poehler ($24 million), Jay Shetty ($21 million), Tucker Carlson ($20 million), Hannah Berner and Paige DeSorbo ($18 million), and Andrew Huberman ($18 million).
As of now, Rogan has not replied to Handler’s comment.
Target's 'Charming Little Desk' Is the Cutest Back-to-School Upgrade
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It is almost August (say what?), which means a brand-new school year is officially upon us. Whether you are a parent helping get your kids back on track for the semester ahead or are a student yourself, getting all of your supplies ready is one of the best parts of heading back to class. This also includes prepping the homework and study area at home. If you or your loved one is needing a new desk to help make all of the schoolwork ahead a little more stylish and organized, this compact but chic desk available right now at Target is the perfect upgrade.
Target's Room Essentials Bobbin Turned Wood Desk with One Drawer is the cutest desk for studying, writing papers and getting math homework done. It has a natural beige hue that blends well with any home's interior design style, which gives a warm and inviting look to the piece. And while it looks like wood, it is actually made from medium-density fiberboard! The cutest part of this desk has to be its bobbin legs though. This feature adds so much character to it.
Room Essentials Bobbin Turned Wood Desk with One Drawer Natural, $150 at TargetTarget
Shop It!For dimensions, this desk measures 40 inches in depth and stands 30 inches tall, making it perfect for smaller spaces. However, it still provides enough space for studying, taking notes, reading or working at the computer. What's more, this desk offers a drawer that is the perfect spot for keeping supplies and other essentials organized and stowed away, keeping the surface area clear of clutter.
Target shoppers love this desk, giving it an average rating of 4.8 stars on Target.com, with 100 percent of reviewers saying they would recommend it to others.
"Charming little desk!" exclaimed one fan in a five-star review on Target's website. "This desk is great, at first I thought it was expensive for room essentials but it came in and I’m impressed. Really nice quality and SO easy to assemble. The top comes as one big piece with the drawer already put in place. I love the leg detailing, adds a little character to it. Overall, very happy with this purchase!"
You can find this pretty desk in select Target stores or on Target's website. It retails for $150.
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Kate Middleton Just Reclaimed Britain's Best-Dressed Title. Tatler Says She's Back to Health and Back on Top.
Kate Middleton has reclaimed the top spot on Tatler's annual best-dressed list for 2026. The magazine named her "Britain's chicest figure" and praised her fashion choices for lighting up royal occasions. The line that matters most followed: Tatler called her "back to health and back to being a Brit-fashion heroine." It's Kate's second time topping the list after 2022. But her clothes have never just been about fashion and this year more than any other they've been about something bigger.
Kate spent much of 2024 out of public view during her cancer diagnosis, treatment and recovery. She announced her remission in early 2025 and slowly returned to a fuller schedule of royal duties. Her first overseas royal visit since the diagnosis came in 2026: Reggio Emilia in northern Italy where she studied the region's trailblazing approach to early childhood education.
Tatler was particularly taken with two standout looks: a sunny yellow Roksanda outfit at Royal Ascot and a sharp Blazé Milano blazer from her Italy tour. Her Roland Mouret blush tea dress at Peter and Harriet Phillips' wedding was absolutely "divine." At the Nigerian state banquet in March she paired Queen Mary's Lover's Knot tiara with an emerald green Andrew Gn gown, widely read as a deliberate nod to the colors of Nigeria's flag. Across every occasion the message was the same: she's back.
@lollystounKate Middleton's 2026 Trooping The Colour Look Was A Nod To Princess Diana Witness how Kate Middleton's outfit choice at the 2026 Trooping the Colour event beautifully echoes the timeless elegance of Princess Diana. #KateMiddleton #PrincessDiana #TroopingTheColour
♬ оригинальный звук - LollyThis approach to royal dressing didn't start with Kate. It started with Queen Elizabeth. She chose to wear bright colors specifically so she could be seen by people standing 15 deep in a crowd. In the documentary The Queen at 90, Sophie the Duchess of Edinburgh explained it: "She needs to stand out for people to be able to say 'I saw the Queen.'
Someone wants to be able to say they saw a bit of the Queen's hat as she went past." Kate follows the same logic. Wearing bright colors at royal events isn't a personal style preference. It's a job requirement. She inherited the rule. She's been applying it all year.
Princess Diana understood this before Kate did. The tiara Kate wore at the Nigerian state banquet was Diana's favorite. The visual language Kate uses was partly inherited from her too.
The clothes have been saying things all year. When Prince Andrew was arrested in February 2026 Kate wore recycled outfits in the immediate aftermath. Stylist Lisa Talbot told the Daily Mail this was "very intentional." "Rewearing subtly communicates steadiness and humility," Talbot explained. "It signals continuity, responsibility and respect for the moment. In situations where public sensitivity is heightened the most powerful style statement can often be restraint."
When the royal family is under scrutiny the clothes become the message. Kate's response was to choose familiar pieces from her wardrobe and keep redirecting the focus on her role and her duties rather than what she was wearing. Her most repeated pieces include her Penelope Chilvers long tassel boots and an Alexander McQueen coat she's worn three times. Every repeated outfit is a deliberate communication. Every new outfit is too.
The Best-Dressed Title Is the Least Interesting Part of the StoryKate took back the Tatler title from 2025 dual winners Lady Lola Bute and Jazzy de Lisser. In 2024, while Kate was in treatment, Princess Beatrice claimed the top spot. Tatler called Beatrice the "princess of perfection" and a "beacon of sartorial elegance." Kate wasn't competing that year. She was recovering. This year's list also includes NHS doctor Dr Raj Arora at No. 2, British athlete Temi Ojroa at No. 3, Dua Lipa's brother Gjin Lipa at No. 5 and Bridgerton actress, Hannah Dodd at No. 10.
What makes Kate's 2026 fashion choices so cohesive is something no label can provide. It's the consistency of the message: she's present, she's stable, and she's most definitely back. The best-dressed title is the most visible proof of that. But what the clothes are actually saying is more important than any ranking.
Kate Middleton spent 2024 largely out of public view. She announced remission in early 2025. Tatler just named her Britain's best-dressed person for 2026 and called her "back to health and back to being a Brit-fashion heroine." Her outfits communicate steadiness and visibility and duty and recovery. The best-dressed title is the least interesting thing about what her clothes say.
But it's the most visible proof she's back.
Nancy Guthrie Update: Reporter Believes Something 'Significant' Is Coming Amid Major Twist
Nancy Guthrie has been missing for six months, but one reporter who has followed the case from the very beginning believes investigators may be closer to a breakthrough than many people realize.
While no suspect has been publicly identified and authorities have released few details in recent months, the investigation remains active. According to NewsNation's Brian Entin, all it may take is a single credible tip—or a long-awaited DNA match—for the case to take a dramatic turn.
"Any day now something could happen," he told The Hollywood Reporter. “All it takes, and it sounds cheesy, and you always hear this, but all it takes is like that one person to call in something, or them to get some kind of DNA match, which they’re still working on behind the scenes. So I do—I think before the one-year mark, there’ll be some kind of significant progress. That’s just what my gut says."
Entin's comments come around the same time as investigators confirmed that a hair sample collected from Nancy Guthrie's Arizona home was not a DNA match to a suspect.
"All hair had been resolved and it does not point to a suspect," the FBI's Phoenix office told NBC News on Thursday, July 30. Meanwhile, Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos told the outlet "to find DNA on hair is extremely rare. Hair doesn’t produce DNA like touch DNA or bodily fluids."
Guthrie, 84, has been missing since Feb. 1. Authorities believe that she was abducted from her home in the middle of the night.
Anyone with information about the Guthrie case is asked to call Tucson’s 88-Crime hotline at 1-520-882-7463 or the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI.
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Dunkin' Donuts Is Giving Away 1 Million Free Refreshers on August 3
Dunkin’ Donuts is giving away 1 million free refreshers on Monday, Aug. 3!
Earlier this summer, the coffee chain unveiled what it calls its “pinkest menu yet” in collaboration with Barbie, featuring the new Pink Pineapple Refresher and Pink Daydream Refresher, both topped with Barbie Pink Strawberry Cold Foam.
Here’s everything to know about who qualifies for the free drink deal—and how to claim yours before the offer ends.
How to get a free refresher from Dunkin'On the morning of Aug. 3, the coffee chain will drop a code you can use to redeem the offer.
The first 1 million customers to enter the code in the “Offers & Rewards” section of the Dunkin’ app will be able to redeem a free medium refresher.
For those lucky enough to snag the deal, you have three days after entering your promo code to order your drink. The promo code will be invalid after Aug. 3.
The offer can be redeemed on any refresher, not just those featured in the Barbie collaboration, including fan-favorite flavors like Strawberry Dragonfruit, Mango Pineapple, Pink Pineapple, and more.
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More Dunkin' newsIn July, Dunkin' Donuts unveiled the King Kylie Collection, a trio of limited-time drinks inspired by Kylie Jenner‘s “King Kylie” era. The lineup includes the Candy Pink Lemonade Refresher, Vanilla Pink Cloud Latte, and a Pink Lemon Drop Suncloud Lemonade.
On Friday, July 31, the chain is giving away free King Kylie Cup Sleeves with the purchase of any beverage from the Kylie Drink Collection after 10 a.m., limited to 20 per store.
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