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One of the decade’s most romantic songs dominated the charts in 1973, but few realized it was the first song ever written by a future music legend.

“Hello It’s Me” by Todd Rundgren remains a beloved rock classic, inspired by the difficult end of a first romance. Its tender, reflective tone helped turn it into one of the defining songs of the era.

Fifty-six years after its release, the tune is now ranked as one of the Best AOR (Album Oriented Rock) songs of the decade by U Discover Music. It is listed among other defining tunes from the '70s, such as Van Morrison's "Moondance" and Jim Croce's "Bad, Bad Leroy Brown."

The Rundgren tune is remarkable not only in its simple message of romantic love, but also in the fact that it was the first he ever wrote. Here is the story behind the now-iconic song.

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"Hello It's Me" detailed the elements of a particularly heartbreaking breakup. In a 2018 interview with The Wall Street Journal, Rundgren explained how the idea for the song came to fruition.

"I thought back to early 1966, when I was still in high school. Senior year had been an emotional time. I had a crush on a girl named Linda, and we started seeing each other."

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"One day in May '66, a friend dropped us off, and I walked Linda to her front door. Her father, who was outside, hated me on sight. He turned the garden hose on me. Long hair on a guy was a political statement back then and a red flag for parents."

Rundgren concluded, "A day or two later, Linda told me she was forbidden to see me anymore. Just like that, she stopped talking to me and wouldn’t take my calls."

"Writing my song in ’67, I decided to make the lyrics about our breakup. But instead of being the victim, I turned the song’s story around so I was breaking up with her. This gave me a little power and allowed me to imagine how I might have done things differently over the phone."

In the early '70s, Rundgren was working on his LP Something/Anything? when he revisited the tune. He revealed that "Hello It’s Me” was recorded "in a single take. I’m not sure if it was the first take, but there was no overdubbing or splicing. Everyone was in the studio at the same time. It happened just as you hear it."

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"Hello It's Me" would land at No. 5 on the Billboard 100 in December 1973. It spent 20 weeks on the chart.

As for Linda? She called him thirty years later. He put her on the guest list for an Oklahoma show he was performing. They didn't see each other that evening, Rundgren stated. "I wanted to hold onto the image I had of her in high school. I never told her she was the inspiration for the song."

Todd Rundgren is a member of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. He is actively touring and creating music.

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Born Jubrān Khalīl Jubrān in 1883 in Lebanon, this writer and poet is more commonly known, in English, as Kahlil Gibran (also spelled as Khalil Gibran). Many think of him as a philosopher as well, although he rejected the title in life. His most popular work is the book The Prophet, which was published in the U.S. in 1923 and has since been translated into over 100 languages. It's no wonder that this book has become one of the best-selling of all time, as his work is widely focused on love, life, spirituality and pain with inspiring quotes throughout.

If you're looking for relatable quotes that can either inspire you to pull yourself up and move on, or for a profound quote about wisdom and knowledge, then you've come to the right place. Gibran's words can equally comfort and inspire while simultaneously causing curiosity and a thirst for life. There's no question that his poetic thinking is that of a romantic, and his words are sure to wrap you up in healing.

Whether you're here to learn more about the man and his thinking, to learn a few powerful quotes that will impress or you want guidance for this phase of your life—or you simply enjoy reading the words of wisdom of those before you—there's surely something you can find pleasing in this list of 75 best Kahlil Gibran quotes. Continue reading to discover your favorite.

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75 Best Kahlil Gibran Quotes

1. "Yesterday is but today's memory, and tomorrow is today's dream."
2. "The soul unfolds itself, like a lotus of countless petals."
3. "Truth is a deep kindness that teaches us to be content in our everyday life and share with the people the same happiness."
4. "If your heart is a volcano, how shall you expect flowers to bloom?"
5. "Safeguarding the rights of others is the most noble and beautiful end of a human being."
6. "Poetry is a deal of joy and pain and wonder, with a dash of the dictionary."
7. "Work is love made visible. And if you cannot work with love but only with distaste, it is better that you should leave your work and sit at the gate of the temple and take alms of those who work with joy."
8. "Your pain is the breaking of the shell that encloses your understanding."
9. "Pain and foolishness lead to great bliss and complete knowledge, for Eternal Wisdom created nothing under the sun in vain."
10. "I prefer to be a dreamer among the humblest, with visions to be realized, than lord among those without dreams and desires."
11. "Most people who ask for advice from others have already resolved to act as it pleases them."
12. "Out of suffering have emerged the strongest souls; the most massive characters are seared with scars."
13. "All that spirits desire, spirits attain."
14. "Progress lies not in enhancing what is, but in advancing toward what will be."

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1. "Forget not that the earth delights to feel your bare feet and the winds long to play with your hair."
2. "All our words are but crumbs that fall down from the feast of the mind."
3. "You are the bows from which your children as living arrows are sent forth."
4. "Friendship is always a sweet responsibility, never an opportunity."
5. "Say not, 'I have found the truth,' but rather, 'I have found a truth'."
6. "Doubt is a pain too lonely to know that faith is his twin brother."
7. "And think not you can direct the course of love, for love, if it finds you worthy, directs your course."
8. "Out of suffering have emerged the strongest souls; the most massive characters are seared with scars."
9. "Love and doubt have never been on speaking terms."
10. "In the sweetness of friendship let there be laughter, and sharing of pleasures. For in the dew of little things the heart finds its morning and is refreshed."
11. "How beautiful to find a heart that loves you, without asking you for anything but to be okay."

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1. "If my survival caused another to perish, then death would be sweeter and more beloved."
2. "Life without love is like a tree without blossoms or fruit."
3. "Your daily life is your temple and your religion. When you enter into it take with you your all."
4. "Faith is knowledge within the heart, beyond the reach of proof."

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1. "Trust in dreams, for in them is hidden the gate to eternity."
2. "Keep me away from the wisdom which does not cry, the philosophy which does not laugh and the greatness which does not bow before children."
3. "Art is a step from what is obvious and well-known toward what is arcane and concealed."
4. "Your friend is your needs answered."
5. "Ever has it been that love knows not its own depth until the hour of separation."
6. "A little knowledge that acts is worth infinitely more than much knowledge that is idle."
7. "Generosity is giving more than you can, and pride is taking less than you need."
8. "Sadness is but a wall between two gardens."
9. "Travel and tell no one, live a true love story and tell no one, live happily and tell no one, people ruin beautiful things."
10. "I have learned silence from the talkative, toleration from the intolerant, and kindness from the unkind; yet, strange, I am ungrateful to those teachers."
11. "Love... it surrounds every being and extends slowly to embrace all that shall be."
12. "I am forever walking upon these shores, betwixt the sand and the foam."
13. "The eye of a human being is a microscope, which makes the world seem bigger than it really is."
14. "For life and death are one, even as the river and the sea are one."
15. "Rebellion without truth is like spring in a bleak, arid desert."

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1. "To be able to look back upon one's life in satisfaction, is to live twice."
2. "Love gives naught but itself and takes naught but from itself. Love possesses not nor would it be possessed; for love is sufficient unto love."
3. "I wash my hands of those who imagine chattering to be knowledge, silence to be ignorance, and affection to be art."
4. "If you reveal your secrets to the wind, you should not blame the wind for revealing them to the trees."
5. "Yesterday I was a fragment quivering without rhythm in the sphere of life. Now I know that I am the sphere, and all life in rhythmic fragments moves within me."
6. "The teacher who is indeed wise does not bid you to enter the house of his wisdom but rather leads you to the threshold of your mind."

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1. "The most pitiful among men is he who turns his dreams into silver and gold."
2. "Much of your pain is the bitter potion by which the physician within you heals your sick self."
3. "Only when you drink from the river of silence shall you indeed sing. And when you have reached the mountain top, then you shall begin to climb. And when the earth shall claim your limbs, then shall you truly dance."
4. "Zeal is a volcano, the peak of which the grass of indecisiveness does not grow."
5. "Time has been transformed, and we have changed; it has advanced and set us in motion; it has unveiled its face, inspiring us with bewilderment and exhilaration."
6. "But let there be spaces in your togetherness, and let the winds of the heavens dance between you. Love one another but make not a bond of love: let it rather be a moving sea between the shores of your souls."
7. "Wisdom ceases to be wisdom when it becomes too proud to weep, too grave to laugh, and too selfish to seek other than itself."
8. "Advance, and never halt, for advancing is perfection. Advance and do not fear the thorns in the path, for they draw only corrupt blood."
9. "Life without liberty is like a body without spirit."

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1. "We choose our joys and sorrows long before we experience them."
2. "Your living is determined not so much by what life brings to you as by the attitude you bring to life; no so much by what happens to you as by the way your mind looks at what happens."
3. "Perplexity is the beginning of knowledge."
4. "The obvious is that which is never seen until someone expresses it simply."
5. "When you are joyous, look deep into your heart and you shall find it is only that which has given you sorrow that is giving you joy. When you are sorrowful look again in your heart, and you shall see that in truth you are weeping for that which has been your delight."
6. "The just is close to the people's heart, but the merciful is close to the heart of God."
7. "You give but little when you give of your possessions. It is when you give of yourself that you truly give."
8. "A friend who is far away is sometimes much nearer than one who is at hand. Is not the mountain far more awe-inspiring and more clearly visible to one passing through the valley than to those who inhabit the mountain?"
9. "Exaggeration is truth that has lost its temper."
10. "Faith is an oasis in the heart which will never be reached by the caravan of thinking."
11. "When we turn to one another for counsel we reduce the number of our enemies."
12. "Knowledge of the self is the mother of all knowledge. So it is incumbent on me to know my self, to know it completely, to know its minutiae, its characteristics, its subtleties, and its very atoms."
13. "There are those who give with joy, and that joy is their reward."
14. "If the other person injures you, you may forget the injury; but if you injure him you will always remember."
15. "One may not reach the dawn save by the path of night."
16. "To understand the heart and mind of a person, look not at what he has already achieved, but at what he aspires to."

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If you’ve been hoarding your American Airlines miles for the ultimate bucket-list moment, the whistle's about to blow. Today, April 10, marks the final window for AAdvantage members to score tickets to the FIFA World Cup 26 using their miles.

While the elite status tiers got a head start yesterday, the field is now wide open for every single member of the program. The window officially opens at 11 a.m. ET (10 a.m. CT), and because this is the last opportunity to use miles for all 104 matches, you can bet the "digital line" is going to move quickly.

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This isn't just a few leftover seats in the back. American is giving its loyalists a rare path to snag tickets in all 16 host cities across the U.S., Canada and Mexico. Whether you’re aiming for the electric atmosphere of the opening match in Mexico City or a high-stakes showdown in Los Angeles, this is effectively your final "goal" to secure a seat without a traditional ticket lottery. To stay ahead of the game, you should have the American app open and push notifications enabled right now—once these redemptions are gone, they are gone for good.

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Even if you don't manage to grab a ticket today, American is making sure the "beautiful game" is impossible to miss this summer. Keep your eyes on the skies for the airline's first-ever sports-themed aircraft livery—a specially designed Boeing 737-800 decked out in the FIFA World Cup 26 colors. More than 1,400 other planes in the fleet are also sporting custom tournament decals, so you’ll see the spirit of the game at gates from Miami to Seattle.

For travelers who are planning to be in a host city during the tournament, the experience goes way beyond the pitch. American is planning massive airport celebrations and "surprise and delight" moments to keep the energy high between matches. But remember: while the tournament lasts all summer, the chance to turn your daily credit card spend and flight miles into a World Cup seat starts at 11 a.m. today. Set your alarms—it's game time!

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When it comes to page-to-screen adaptations, 2026 has plenty of bookish reasons to be excited about cinema these days, with big-budget adaptations like Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey, Denis Villeneuve’s Dune: Part Three and Georgia Oakley's Sense and Sensibility primed to hit theaters this year.

But the small screen is no slouch in the adaptation department either: From classic literature like Lord of the Flies and The Count of Monte Cristo to modern-day romcom faves like Every Year After, there's something for every bookworm and TV lover to get excited about!

Here's a comprehensive look ahead at some of the buzziest TV shows based on books that are coming to your screen in 2026, with classic tales from Jane Austen, Stephen King, Agatha Christie and more getting the streaming treatment.

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26 Major Books That Are Being Adapted for Television in 2026 Bella Hadid stars in The Beauty, FX's adaptation of the graphic novel series by Jeremy Haun and Jason A. Hurley.

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1. 'The Beauty' (Now Streaming)

The book: Written by Jeremy Haun and Jason A. Hurley, The Beauty is a graphic novel series from Image Comics, which ran six volumes from 2015 to 2021. The freaky reads blend body horror, crime thriller and science fiction, focusing on a sought-after sexually transmitted disease that makes the infected downright gorgeous. However, when the disease starts turning deadly, a pair of detectives are put on the case and find themselves entrapped in a dark conspiracy.

The show: Created by Ryan Murphy and Matthew Hodgson, FX's television adaptation of The Beauty premiered on Wednesday, Jan. 21, with an all-star cast: Evan Peters and Rebecca Hall play the detectives, while Ashton Kutcheris the tech billionaire behind the looks-boosting drug. Anthony Ramos, Jeremy Pope, Isabella Rossellini, John Carroll Lynch and Bella Hadid also star.

2. 'His & Hers' (Now Streaming)

The book: A modern-day take on the country-murder mystery tradition, Alice Feeney'spsychological thriller centers on the killing of a local woman in small-town Blackdown, England. The case is told through alternating perspectives: that of news reporter Anna Andrews and her estranged husband Detective Jack Harper, the latter of whom soon becomes a murder suspect himself.

The show: Moving the action from a quaint English village to a historic Georgia town, Netflix's American adaptation of His & Hersdropped on Thursday, Jan. 8, with Tessa Thompson as the female lead (whose performance was widely praised by critics) and Jon Bernthalas her male counterpart.

3. 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' (Now Streaming)

The book: Set almost a century before the A Song of Ice and Fire tales we know from Game of Thrones, George R. R. Martin'sThe Tales of Dunk and Egg is a set of prequel novellas that trails the countryside adventures of hedge knight Ser Duncan the Tall (affectionately known as Dunk) and his young squire Egg, whom Westeros diehards know is the future King Aegon V Targaryen (great-grandad of the Mother of Dragons herself, Daenerys).

The show: Given how well Westeros has done for HBO (Game of Thrones, House of the Dragon), it wasn't a shock that the network opted to adapt the Dunk and Egg books: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms premiered on Sunday, Jan. 18, with Irish actor Peter Claffey as Dunk and child star Dexter Sol Ansell as Egg.

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The third season of Netflix's hit romance Bridgerton takes its plot from the Julia Quinn novel An Offer From a Gentleman.

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4. 'Bridgerton' (Now Streaming)

The book:Julia Quinn's Bridgerton books make up one of the most successful romantic series around, with eight novels each centered on a Bridgerton sibling as they navigate the marriage mart in a heightened high-society England. Three Bridgerton novels (The Duke and I, The Viscount Who Loved Me and Romancing Mister Bridgerton) previously received small-screen adaptations, with An Offer From a Gentleman joining those ranks earlier this year.

The show: As mentioned, An Offer from a Gentleman—the third book in Quinn's series— served as the focus of Season four of Netflix's uber-popular Bridgerton drama, starring Luke Thompson as bohemian nobleman Benedict Bridgerton andYerin Ha as the mysterious housemaid he unexpectedly falls for.

5. 'Agatha Christie's Seven Dials' (Now Streaming)

The book:Agatha Christie—the reigning Queen of Crime—cranked out 66 detective novels and 14 short-story collections, one of which was 1929's fun and fast-paced thriller The Seven Dials Mystery. A lavish country house party hosted by a self-made millionaire and his wife turns deadly when a practical joke goes fatally awry, leaving amateur sleuth Lady Eileen "Bundle" Brent to investigate and uncover a shocking conspiracy involving secret societies and state espionage.

The show: The latest in a long line of Agatha Christie adaptations, Netflix released Agatha Christie's Seven Dials—a three-part take on Christie's classic mystery—starring Martin Freeman and Helena Bonham Carter as party hosts Lord and Lady Caterham and Mia McKenna-Bruce as Bundle—on Jan. 15.

6. 'Finding Her Edge' (Now Streaming)

The book: Romance fans will find many fan-favorite genre tropes in Jennifer Iacopelli's 2022 YA novel Finding Her Edge—from a tension-filled love triangle to a fake-dating scheme—all set in the world of competitive ice dancing. Figure skater Adriana Russo is forced to enter a PR relationship with her new partner Brayden to drum up interest and save her family's beleaguered ice rink, all the while still harboring feelings for her former skating partner Freddie.

The show:Heated Rivalry isn't the only Canadian ice-rink romance heating up streaming platforms this year—Netflix adapted Iacopelli's novel into a sporty teen drama featuring Madelyn Keys as Adriana, Cale Ambrozic as Brayden and Olly Atkins as Freddie. It was so popular with romance fans that a mere week after its Jan. 22 premiere, it was renewed for a second season.

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The BBC's Lord of the Flies series is based on the 1954 novel of the same name by William Golding.

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7. 'Lord of the Flies' (May 4, 2026)

The book: Given that it's basically required reading for school-aged kids worldwide, it can be easy to forget that Lord of the Flies was English author William Golding's first-ever novel. The 1954 literary classic centers on a group of pre-teen British boys who get stranded on an isolated island following a wartime evacuation; soon, the surviving youths descend into feral, violent behavior as they try to create a society for themselves.

The show: Golding's novel got its first television adaptation courtesy the BBC's Lord of the Flies, written by Jack Thorne (Adolescence) and directed by Marc Munden (Utopia, National Treasure). The four-part drama first premiered on BBC iPlayer and BBC One in the U.K. and is set to come stateside on Netflix on May 4.

8. 'The Last Thing He Told Me' (Now Streaming)

The book: Equal parts mystery thriller and family drama, Laura Dave's 2021 bestseller The Last Thing He Told Me focuses on Hannah Hall, whose husband Owen disappears out of the blue one day, leaving behind a duffel bag full of cash and a teenage stepdaughter, Bailey, who wants nothing to do with her. With an FBI investigation underway, both women will have to contend with what they thought they knew about their respective husband and father.

The show: A die-hard book lover, Reese Witherspoon'sHello Sunshine media company purchased the rights to turn Dave's novel into a TV show. With its second season having dropped on Feb. 20, the suspenseful Apple TV series is led by Jennifer Garner as Hannah, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau as Owen and Angourie Rice as Bailey.

9. 'Vladimir' (Now Streaming)

The book:Julia May Jonas's darkly funny debut novel Vladimir is set against the backdrop of a small liberal arts college, where we meet our unnamed narrator, a middle-aged English professor. She's reeling not only from the distressing accusations being lobbed against her husband by his own former students, but also her growing obsession with the handsome and much younger novelist who recently joined the faculty.

The show: A rarity in most book-to-screen adaptations, the author herself created the subsequent Netflix limited series and wrote four of its eight episodes. The provocative watch stars Oscar winner Rachel Weisz as our dangerously besotted narrator, as well asLeo Woodallas Vladimir, the object of her affection, and John Slattery as John, her wayward husband.

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Nicole Kidman as Dr. Kay Scarpetta, the heroine of Patricia Cornwell's Scarpetta novels.

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10. 'Scarpetta' (Now Streaming)

The book: Crime novelist Patricia Cornwell found great success with her long-running Kay Scarpetta book series, which centers on a female medical examiner (reportedly inspired by former Virginia Chief Medical Examiner Marcella Farinelli Fierro) who utilizes forensic science and cutting-edge technology to solve violent crimes in Richmond, Virginia. To date, there are 29 novels in the series, the most recent being 2025's Sharp Focus.

The show: The seemingly indefatigable Nicole Kidmanadded to her laundry list of TV projects with Prime Video's Scarpetta adaptation, playing the titular character and leading a cast that includesJamie Lee Curtis, Bobby Cannavale, Simon Baker and Ariana DeBose. The crime drama premiered on the Amazon platform on March 11.

11. 'The Count of Monte Cristo' (Now Streaming)

The book: Alexandre Dumas’s iconic French novel follows the life of Edmond Dantès, a sailor falsely accused of treason who, upon escaping imprisonment in the Château d'If off the coast of Marseille, adopts a new identity (take a guess!) and plots retribution against those who wronged him.

The show: This eight-part PBS Masterpiece sees Daisy Jones & the Six star Sam Claflin take on the title role; he's joined in the classic revenge story by Jeremy Irons as Abbé Faria, Mikkel Boe Følsgaard as Gérard de Villefort and Ana Girardot as Mercédès Herrera, among others.

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12. 'Imperfect Women' (Now Streaming)

The book: Araminta Hall’s gripping 2020 novel Imperfect Womentells the story of three women whose decades-long friendship is fractured forever when one of the three turns up dead. In investigating the crime, the remaining pair are left to unpack dark secrets and deep betrayals that suggest that their lifelong bond may not have been as close as it seemed.

The show: Released on March 18, Apple TV’s take on Hall's psychological thriller stars the formidable trio of Elisabeth Moss, Kerry Washingtonand Kate Mara—with Joel Kinnaman, Corey Stoll, Sandrine Holt, Ana Ortiz and Leslie Odom Jr. rounding out the cast.

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Donal Finn and Hero Fiennes Tiffin in Prime Video's Young Sherlock, based on literature's most famous detective.

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13. 'Young Sherlock' (Now Streaming)

The book: Few names are as synonymous with literature's detective genre as Sherlock Holmes; the creation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle appeared in four novels and 56 short stories over the course of four decades. But the iconic sleuth has also been interpreted by other authors, such as British scribe Andrew Lane, who was given permission from Sir Doyle's estate to write and publish the YA-focused Young Sherlock Holmes book, which sees Holmes as a teenager in the 1860s and 70s.

The show: Lane's novel series was plucked by Prime Video for a streaming adaptation this year, which premiered on March 4. Guy Ritchie is behind the camera as director of the eight-episode prequel, with Hero Fiennes Tiffin starring as a 19-year-old Sherlock studying and solving crimes at Oxford University.

14. 'Outlander' (Now Streaming)

The book:Go Tell the Bees That I Am Gone is the ninth and most recent title in Diana Gabaldon'sOutlanderbook series, all of which have been adapted for the screen. (A tenth and final book, reportedly entitled A Blessing for a Warrior Going Out, is being written.) The 2021 novel catches up with Jamie and Claire Fraser in 1779 North Carolina, where the political tensions and physical dangers of the Revolutionary War threaten their peaceful existence with daughter Brianna, son-in-law Roger and their children in Fraser's Ridge.

The show: Though there's more Outlander to come for book lovers, for fans of the long-running Starz series, the end is nigh: Caitriona Balfe and Sam Heughan have reprised their roles as Claire and Jamie for the show's eighth and final season, which is airing now and will wrap up with a series finale on May 8.

15. 'The Testaments' (Now Streaming)

The book: Twenty-five years after her seminal 1985 novel The Handmaid's Tale, Margaret Atwoodreleased this 2019 follow-up, which gives insights into a new generation of Gilead women. Told from three perspectives, the harrowing book reunites readers with the devout enforcer Aunt Lydia as well as two young, marriage-ready women—Agnes and Daisy—who have connections to Atwood's O.G. housemaid June Osborne.

The show: One Battle After Another breakout Chase Infiniti and BAFTA-winning Blue Jean star Lucy Halliday star as Agnes and Daisy, respectively, in Hulu's new The Testaments series, which also sees Ann Dowd reprise her Emmy-winning role as the spine-chilling Aunt Lydia. The dystopian drama premiered April 8 and is executive produced byThe Handmaid's Talelead Elisabeth Moss.

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Michelle Pfeiffer and Elle Fanning star in Apple TV's adaptation of Margo's Got Money Troubles.

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16. 'Margo's Got Money Troubles' (April 2026)

The book: This hilarious 2024 novel from Rufi Thorpe finds an unlikely heroine in Margo Millet, a young woman from an unconventional working-class family (mom's a Hooters waitress and dad's an ex-pro wrestler), who has a baby on the way after a misguided affair with her English professor. With bills piling up and her due date looming, Margo decides to turn to OnlyFans and create fetish content online to keep a roof over her head.

The show: Fresh off the awards-show circuit for her Oscar-nominated role in Sentimental Value, Elle Fanning takes on the role of Margo Millet for the Apple TV's Margo's Got Money Troubles dramedy, which will debut on April 15. The star-studded ensemble also includes Nick Offerman, Michelle Pfeiffer, Greg Kinnear, Thaddea Graham and Nicole Kidman.

17. 'Off-Campus' (May 2026)

The book:Elle Kennedy's Off-Campus book series is another hockey-romance juggernaut, this one set at the fictional Briar University and following the relationships of the school's hockey players and their girlfriends. There are five books in the YA series, each dedicated to a different couple (Garrett and Hannah, John and Anna, etc.), with the most recent being 2021's The Legacy, which catches up with the series' various characters three years after graduation.

The show: Skating onto Prime Video on May 13, the first season of the Off Campus TV series will take its story from Kennedy's first book, The Deal, with Belmont Cameli starring as Garrett Graham and Ella Bright as Hannah Wells. And good news for fans: It's already been picked up for a second season!

18. 'Every Year After' (June 2026)

The book:Carley Fortune is a heavy hitter in the contemporary romance genre thanks to her bestselling beach reads like Meet Me at the Lake, One Golden Summer and Every Summer After, the latter of which will see a streaming adaptation this spring. The 2022 novel is a story of second chances, with leading lady Persephone “Percy” Foster returning to the lake town of her childhood to attend a funeral and confront both her past choices and present feelings regarding old friend Sam Florek.

The show: Just one of several Carley Fortune books being made into screen projects, Prime Video's upcoming romantic series Every Year After adapts Every Summer After, with Sadie Soverall as Percy and Matt Cornett as Sam. Aurora Perrineau, Abigail Cowen, Michael Bradway, Joseph Chiu and Elisha Cuthbert round out the ensemble. Find the series on the Amazon streamer beginning June 10.

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Amy Adams leads Apple TV's upcoming miniseries Cape Fear.

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19. 'Cape Fear' (July 2026)

The book: Despite numerous film adaptations titled Cape Fear, the actual name of John D. MacDonald's famous 1957 thriller is The Executioners. The suspenseful story centers on lawyer Sam Bowden, whose life and family are terrorized by Max Cady, a sadistic convict seeking revenge against Bowden for helping get him locked up for thirteen long years.

The show: After getting the big-screen treatment with the 1962 and 1991 film versions, MacDonald's novel is being turned into a TV miniseries for Apple TV. Set for release on July 5, the 10-episode drama stars Patrick Wilson as Bowden, Amy Adams as his wife Anna and Javier Bardem as Max Cady.

20. 'Lucky' (July 2026)

The book: Lucky Armstrong is a con artist on the run whose background gets in the way after she wins the lottery, but cannot collect the millions in earnings without facing jail time. As Lucky tries to avoid capture and make a future for herself, the Marissa Stapley-penned novel sees the scrappy protagonist having to come to terms with the father she's too much like, the mother she never knew and the man she thought she loved.

The show: Queen's Gambit star Anya Taylor-Joy takes on the role of Lucky Armstrong in the Reese Witherspoon-produced Apple TV adaptation, which also features Annette Bening, Timothy Olyphant and Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor in its high-profile cast. The series is set to premiere on July 15.

21. 'Little House on the Prairie' (July 2026)

The book: Written by Laura Ingalls Wilder, the Little House on the Prairie book series has been a children's classic for nearly a century, with nine semi-autobiographical novels pulling inspiration from Wilder's own upbringing in the American Midwest. Written during the Great Depression, the book franchise memorably showcases both the rustic struggles and the triumphant joys of frontier life.

The show: Wilder's novels were iconically adapted back in the 1970s with ABC's Little House on the Prairie, which ran for nine seasons and 204 episodes. That beloved show is getting a 2026 reboot with Luke Bracey as Charles Ingalls, Crosby Fitzgerald as Caroline Ingalls, Alice Halsey as Laura Ingalls and Skywalker Hughes as Mary Ingalls. The remake already secured a second season ahead of its series premiere on Thursday, July 9.

Peacock will adapt the Elin Hilderbrand novel The Five-Star Weekend, with Jennifer Garner set to star.

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22. 'The Five-Star Weekend' (July 2026)

The book: Beach-read queen Elin Hilderbrand is behind this captivating 2023 novel, which centers on famed food blogger Hollis Shaw. Our protagonist copes with the tragic loss of her husband by bringing together four friends from different eras of her life to spend a weekend together in Nantucket. (Where else? This is a Hilderbrand book, after all.)

The show: Peacock is getting a TV version of The Five-Star Weekend on July 16. The eight-episode drama will star Jennifer Garner as Hollis (who also serves as an executive producer) with a starry ensemble that includes Regina Hall, Chloë Sevigny, Gemma Chan, D’Arcy Carden and Timothy Olyphant. Bekah Brunstetter (This Is Us, Maid) serves as creator, writer and executive producer of the series.

Related: ‘The Perfect Couple’ Author Elin Hilderbrand Says She Might Not Be Retiring After All

23. 'Carrie' (October 2026)

The book: The famous debut of horror icon Stephen King, this 1974 novel focuses on shy and socially awkward Maine teen Carrie White, who not only has to deal with locker room bullying at school, but also abuse from her mother at home. When her classmates pull a cruel prank at senior prom, she unleashes her repressed telekinetic powers and takes revenge on all who wronged her.

The show: There are more than 20 Stephen King adaptations in the works, one of which is a Carrie miniseries developed by Mike Flanagan (The Haunting of Hill House, The Fall of the House of Usher) for Prime Video, with Summer H. Howell in the titular role.

Related: Nearly 50 Years After Carrie, Sissy Spacek Reveals Why the Horror Classic Still Hits So Hard (Exclusive)

24. 'A Good Girl's Guide to Murder' (May 2026)

The book: The show is based on Holly Jackson's bestselling YA mystery series of the same name. Season 2 is coming in May and is based on the second novel—Good Girl, Bad Blood. The story follows teen detective Pip Fitz-Amobi, who's trying to keep a low profile after her last earth-shattering case. But everything changes when a key witness for an upcoming trial suddenly vanishes and Pip springs back into action.

The show: Emma Meyers (Wednesday) returns as Pip and all six episodes will hit Netflix on May 27, 2026.

Ashby Gentry as Alex and Noah LaLonde as Cole in Season 2 of My Life with the Walter Boys on Netflix. 25. 'My Life with the Walter Boys' (TBD 2026)

The book:Ali Novak's YA-friendly Walter Boys novel series kicks off with 2014's My Life with the Walter Boys, a coming-of-age romance about Jackie Howard, a New York teen who is left orphaned after her parents die in a tragic car accident. She is then sent to leave the big city and move to a Colorado ranch to live with her new guardians, the Walters, who have eleven—yes, eleven—sons. Things get plenty complicated for Jackie when she ends up falling for two of them—Cole and Alex—kicking off quite the fiery love triangle.

The show: The Netflix drama series of the same name (starring Nikki Rodriguez as Jackie, Noah LaLonde as Cole and Ashby Gentry as Alex) premiered its second season on August 28, 2025; a third season has officially been greenlit, which is expected to arrive on the streamer later this year.

26. 'Pride and Prejudice' (TBD 2026)

The book: At the heart of Jane Austen's 1813 masterpiece is Elizabeth Bennet, the witty but headstrong daughter of a country gentleman. Along with her four sisters, she must navigate the marriage mart in Regency-era England to secure an advantageous marriage. However, when she meets the wealthy but proud Mr. Darcy, she'll have to get over her own prejudices about the haughty fella if she wants to find true love.

The show: Lizzie Bennet has been immortalized countless times on screen, and we can add yet another adaptation to the list: Netflix's upcoming Pride and Prejudice miniseries will see Emma Corrin as Elizabeth Bennet, Jack Lowden as Mr. Darcy and Olivia Colman as Lizzie's mom Mrs. Bennet.

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Spending thousands on home furniture is so last year (and the many years before that). Now, we're looking for budget-friendly decor and furniture options that don't drain our bank account, but still offer a stylish vibe. Due to Amazon's amazing deals on home items, that's possible. One of our latest favorite finds is the Best Choice Products 3-Piece Patio Bistro Dining Furniture Set, which is up 33% off right now. 

The set initially cost customers $120, but has been marked down to just $80 in the sage, bright blue, and white colorways. You can shop for the patio set in ten other hues on sale as well, including red and yellow, but for a slightly higher price of $85. The three-piece set includes one table, which is 23.75 inches long and 28.25 inches tall, and two chairs that can hold up to 265 pounds. 

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The round tabletop is made of textured, tempered glass that's weather- and scratch-resistant. There are also four steel legs on the bottom that allow for stability. The chairs are actually foldable, which is ideal for storing away, or for those living in compact spaces. If you're in an apartment setting and can only accommodate small furniture on a balcony, then this set is definitely right up your alley. 

The chairs are made with a polyester mesh fabric that is UV-resistant, meaning they will last you a long time, even when located in the sun. One shopper said that the set served as a "charming" upgrade to their small outdoor space, adding that it's "incredibly cute" and "compact." You will have to assemble the table yourself, but another customer said that putting it together was "a total breeze."

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Other customers described the set as "very sturdy," "extremely comfortable," "fantastic," and "worth every penny." According to another reviewer, the table has just enough room for two people to sit and enjoy a lunch together. Plus, the set arrives all in one box, so the delivery and set up is all-around super easy. 

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This adorable 3-piece patio set is not only Amazon's Choice in products, but over 50 customers have also purchased it in the past month. Therefore, make sure to get your hands on this 33% off deal while you can! 

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If "Alaska Cruise" has been sitting on your travel bucket list for years, but the price tag always felt a little out of reach, it’s time to pay attention. MSC Cruises is officially counting down to its inaugural season in the Last Frontier, and the arrival of MSC Poesia in Seattle next month marks a major shift for travelers looking for value in a traditionally expensive region.

Starting May 11, 2026, MSC Poesia will begin sailing seven-night itineraries from Seattle, visiting iconic spots like Ketchikan, Icy Strait Point and Juneau, plus scenic cruising through the stunning Endicott Arm.

“In one month, we will begin a new chapter that reflects our continued investment in North America and our commitment to offering guests enriching experiences in some of the world’s most iconic destinations," Lynn Torrent, President of MSC Cruises North America, said in a release. "The enhancements on board MSC Poesia come at a great time for these new sailings and will give guests additional comfort, choice and flexibility, allowing for more ways to relax, recharge and make the most of their time at sea.”

Related: MSC Is Sending Its Fan-Favorite Mega-Ship to the French Antilles for the First Time

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While MSC is known for its European flair, the big news for luxury seekers is the addition of the MSC Yacht Club. The ship just emerged from dry dock with this exclusive "ship-within-a-ship" concept, meaning you can now do Alaska with a 24-hour butler, a private lounge and a dedicated restaurant—perfect for those who want to see a whale breach while sipping a private-label prosecco.

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Cold-Weather Wellness and Steakhouse Dinners

Since you can't exactly spend your day in Alaska at the outdoor pool, the ship received some strategic upgrades:

• The Aurea Spa: Redesigned specifically with "cold weather treatments" in mind (think thermal areas that feel like a dream after a day on a glacier).
• New Dining: The addition of Butcher’s Cut (an American-style steakhouse) and Kaito Sushi Bar means plenty of cozy, indoor spots to refuel after a day of hiking or whale watching.

Related: This Major Cruise Line is Debuting a First-of-its-Kind AI Attraction

Why This Matters for Your Budget

Historically, Alaska cruises have carried a premium because of the short season and high demand. By entering the market, MSC is bringing more competition to the Seattle homeport. For families or solo travelers who have found other lines' "peak season" pricing a bit steep, MSC’s entry often means more competitive entry-level fares and aggressive "Kids Sail Free" promotions—making that dream of seeing the Dawes Glacier a lot more attainable for the summer of 2026.

Related: Virgin Voyages Finally Brings Its Adults-Only Style to LA and Alaska

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Mother’s Day is almost here, so you might be thinking of a thoughtful gift idea to get mom. Or, hey, maybe you're feeling like it's time to get a little something special for yourself. But as we all know, a little something special doesn't have to cost a fortune. If you're looking for a little treat, these under-$30 earrings from Walmart could be your solution. From classic hoops to drop earrings, we shopped around to find some of the coolest and bestselling earrings at Walmart… that all just so happen to ring up for an absolute steal. 

Equal parts chic and definitely gift-worthy, these earrings from Walmart are sure to make someone smile. 

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Can you believe these birthstone drop earrings from Apsvo are only $14? At such a price, we're not above buying more than one, but we also love the idea of gifting a pair of these to a loved one. There's 12 different stone options here (one for each month), and you can take your pick from either gold or silver metal. If the low price point has got you doubting the quality here, know that shoppers are describing them as "dazzling," "absolutely beautiful," and "a perfect gift." 

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These sapphire earrings are so incredibly elegant, and when they're on sale for just $20? Consider us already sold. Easily paired with a little black dress or something more casual, the earrings feature a lab-created center sapphire that shoppers say has "so much sparkle." It's really such an elegant accessory. 

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Everyone probably needs an upgrade to their everyday hoop earrings, and we love just how simple and sophisticated these are. Featuring 14-karat gold plating and a graduated hoop style that's so chic, you'd truly never think these were just $15. Unlike plenty of hoops on the market, these are notably lightweight, according to shoppers, making them perfect everyday earrings. Read more about them here. 

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Now how about a hoop earring with a little bit of bling? These super-chic twists on the hoop earring (get it?) feature tiny Swarovski crystals embedded in the braided design, and are available in either white gold, yellow gold, or rose gold. We're pretty partial to the silver ones, but any one you'd pick would be stunning. It's earned over 1,900 five-star ratings, and shoppers describe them as "stunning," "bright and sparkly," and hundreds of them note just how perfect of a gift they make too. 

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If you're looking for a little sparkly treat for yourself, want to revamp your accessories for spring, or are on the hunt for a perfect Mother's Day present, these under-$30 earrings from Walmart are sure to tick all the boxes. Now the most difficult question: Which one will you pick? 

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If your idea of a perfect reading day consists of lounging poolside or at the beach, setting up a picnic blanket in your backyard, or curling up in your favorite chair next to a sunny window, there’s something to be said for taking advantage of the sun’s bright light to illuminate the pages of a captivating book. 

Goodreads users also feel the same way, going so far as to create a list of the best books to read when the sun is shining high in the sky, from stories about mythical creatures to a mystery that propels its protagonist to uncover the truth behind her father’s wrongful imprisonment. 

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At the top of the list is The Matchbreaker Summer by Annie Rains, which has an average 3.36 out of five stars on the bibliophile social media site. It tells the story of two teenagers who set out to break up a relationship, and in the process, find that they have more in common than they originally thought. “This was a cute, fun, feel good summer romp!” said one reviewer, writing, “If you enjoy slow burning, character driven, cutesy romance novels, this one's for you!”

The Miracles of the Namiya General Store, written by Keigo Higashino and translated by Sam Bett, takes the second spot. The book, with an average 4.41 out of five stars, is about three robbers who hide out in a general store, where they find out that the former shopkeeper would advise letters passed through the store’s mail slot. They do the same, and readers quickly learn that the characters and scenarios presented are perhaps not as separate as initially presented. “The only downside of this book? It ends,” said one five-star review. 

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In third place is perhaps the most well-known of the books on the list, L.M. Montgomery’s Anne of Green Gables. The first in a series of books that follow a precocious redheaded child as she gets adopted by kindly strangers, comes to love her new life on Prince Edward Island, Canada, and sees the world in brilliant ways thanks to her vibrant imagination, has been a childhood staple for generations since it was first published in 1908. The novel and its sequels have been translated into both film and television, with its most recent iteration, Anne With an E, premiering simultaneously on CBC and on Netflix in 2017.

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If you’ve ever wanted to take home one of those fluffy white comforters from a hotel, Amazon is making it surprisingly doable right now. The Serta Goose Feather Down Comforter is available in three sizes: twin, full/queen, and king, and three warmth options, including all season, extra warmth, and light warmth. The best deal is the full/queen all-season version, which is marked down to $64 (originally $153), making it 58% off.

The comforter is filled with a blend of goose feathers and down and wrapped in a soft, breathable, hypoallergenic cotton cover. It’s considered a medium-weight comforter, making it suitable for year-round use. The fill is evenly distributed, so it drapes smoothly across the bed without any clumping.

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If you’re concerned about overheating, the all-season comforter has enough weight to feel cozy and substantial, but it doesn’t trap warmth — unless you want it to, of course. That’s also why it’s offered in multiple warmth options, so you can choose the version that works best for your sleep style, whether you tend to run warm or want something more insulating.

Several reviewers compared the feel to “sleeping in a cloud,” with one person calling it a “giant, fluffy marshmallow.” Another said it's“absolutely amazing and feels truly hotel-quality,” also describing it as “soft, breathable, and gentle on the skin.”

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Beyond its cloud-like comfort, this is an easy piece to work into almost any bedroom. The clean white look pairs well with patterned sheets, neutral bedding, or a duvet cover, and the medium weight allows it to be used on its own or layered, depending on the season. It works just as well for everyday use as it does in a guest room.

With multiple sizes, three warmth levels, and impressive reviews, the Serta Goose Feather Down Comforter is a smart bedding upgrade. If you’ve been trying to recreate that hotel-style sleep experience at home without spending a fortune, Amazon’s 58% discount on the full/queen all-season version makes now an especially good time to buy. 

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A 1977 country hit reached No. 1 on this day 49 years ago—and while it may not be as widely remembered as some of its era’s biggest songs, it remains one of the genre’s most heartfelt love stories.

"It Couldn't Have Been Any Better" gave Johnny Duncan his second No. 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart, topping the ranking in April 1977. The song spent 11 weeks inside the Top 40, continuing a strong run of success for Duncan during the mid-1970s.

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Written by Ray Griff, the song stands out for its simple but deeply effective premise—a man reflecting on a moment of love so perfect, he’s convinced nothing could ever top it. There’s no dramatic twist or heartbreak at the center, just a quiet appreciation for a relationship that feels complete.

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At the time, country music was filled with songs about heartbreak and loss, which makes the perspective here stand out even more. Instead of focusing on what went wrong, the song leans into gratitude and reflection, capturing a rare kind of emotional certainty. That distinction helped it connect with listeners in a different way—less dramatic, but just as powerful—and gave Duncan one of the defining hits of his career.

Part of what helped define Duncan’s sound during this era was his collaboration with harmony vocalist Janie Fricke, whose voice added warmth and texture to many of his biggest hits. While "It Couldn't Have Been Any Better" marked one of their final chart-topping collaborations, the pair would continue to find success together with several more duets in the years that followed.

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Duncan never reached the same level of long-term fame as some of his contemporaries, but his run in the late 1970s was remarkably consistent. In addition to this hit, he scored multiple Top 10 singles and three No. 1 songs overall, carving out a place in country music history that still resonates with fans of the era.

More than four decades later, "It Couldn't Have Been Any Better" still captures something timeless—the feeling of recognizing, even briefly, that everything in life has aligned exactly as it should. And in a genre built on storytelling, that kind of moment never really goes out of style.

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Rabindranath Tagore—born Rabindranath Thakur in India in 1861—was a man of many talents. He was a poet, writer, philosopher, playwright, social reformer, painter and composer, per Quartz and Britannica. With such a rich history of writing beautiful words, even winning a Nobel Prize in Literature later on, it’s a no-brainer that Tagore is our quote of the day today.

He was from the Bengal province of India and was born into a wealthy family. He was also mostly self-taught in all he did, according to Quartz. As Britannica reported, Tagore introduced Indian culture to the West—and Western culture to India—and is “generally regarded as the outstanding creative artist of early 20th-century India.”

He popularized a new form of prose and poetry in Bengali literature, shaking things up at the time. He was also the first non-European and lyricist to win the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913, as well as the first Asian to win a Nobel Prize in any category. He won thanks to his “profoundly sensitive, fresh and beautiful verse, by which, with consummate skill, he has made his poetic thought, expressed in his own English words, a part of the literature of the West,” according to the Nobel Prize’s website.

As mentioned, Tagore was a social reformer, very interested and associated with non-violent social change. He was friends with Mahatma Gandhi and supported Indian independence. And he was also a talented songwriter who penned the national anthem for India, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka (along with over 2,000 songs in general, Quartz reported).

With all that said, Tagore is a man of many words, which he put into many forms throughout his life, before dying in 1941. Our quote today is something he said about determination, not letting life pass you by and taking that leap into the unknown.

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“You can’t cross the sea merely by standing and staring at the water.”

This quote appeared in the 1968 book, Wit and Wisdom of Gandhi, Nehru, Tagore: Being a treasury of over ten thousand invaluable and inspiring thoughts, views, and obervations on about eight hundred subjects of popular interest, collected from the speeches and writings of these three great leaders of modern India by N. B. Sen. A doozy of a title, this was a collection of writings, thoughts and sayings from those three men—Gandhi, Tagore and Jawaharlal Nehru—as the long subtitle stated.

In the “Adventure” section of the book, Tagore is quoted as saying: “Plunge into the deep without fear, with the gladness of April in your heart. / You can’t cross the sea merely by standing and staring at the water. Don’t let yourself indulge in vain wishes. / When we are out for adventure, we must leave behind all fears, all quatrains, all Pundits and all Scriptures. / To set out and go forth was the important thing.”

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Deeper Meaning of Tagore’s Quote—Determination

Looking at just this line of Tagore’s quote, he’s saying that if you just stand in one place, looking out at the sea, you’re never going to cross it. While that’s obvious in its literal meaning, what he’s really saying is that you need to have ambition and determination to do things in life. You’ll always be where you’ve always been if you don’t do something.

In its non-literal form, this means that if you have dreams or desires, you need to make plans to go achieve them and act on them. You can’t wish for or hope that someone comes and does something for you. 

Whether you want a new job, you have a cool idea, you want to go on a bucket list trips or you want to finally deep-clean your bedroom, you need to make a plan of action and do it. You need to get up and do more than just stare. Life is constantly moving and changing, so if you’re sedentary in your motives, it will all pass you by.

Sure, there can be hangups, and fear can sometimes hold us back. But you just have to remind yourself that if you don’t find a boat, call for help or build a bridge, you’re never going to cross that sea. You’ll never get anywhere by standing still, literally and figuratively.

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More Quotes from Tagore

• “If you cry because the sun has gone out of your life, your tears will prevent you from seeing the stars.”
• “Clouds come floating into my life, no longer to carry rain or usher storm, but to add color to my sunset sky.”
• “Let me not pray to be sheltered from dangers, but to be fearless in facing them. Let me not beg for the stilling of my pain, but for the heart to conquer it.”
• “It is very simple to be happy, but it is very difficult to be simple.”
• “Faith is the bird that feels the light and sings when the dawn is still dark.”
• “The butterfly counts not months but moments, and has time enough.”
• “April, like a child, writes hieroglyphs on dust with flowers, wipes them away and forgets.”

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Hanging out over a fire pit while roasting marshmallows is one of life's many pleasures. Unfortunately though, you can't participate in that scenario without a working fire pit. Luckily, Target has the solution. The retailer has tons of outdoor furniture and garden offerings on sale right now, including the Yaheetech Outdoor Fire Pit Set, which is 33% off ahead of the warmer season.

The trending item originally cost $149, but has been reduced to just under $100. The fire pit is made of solid metal and finished with a heat-resistant coating. It's 30.5 inches long and 14 inches tall, while the fire bowl is 15 inches long and 10 inches tall, so it can hold a fairly large amount of firewood or charcoal. The purchase comes with a 25-inch long fire poker, so that you can move the firewood around safely. 

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The fire pit design features an outer ring that prevents you from getting close enough to accidentally burn yourself, while the wire mesh spark screen prevents a significant amount of embers from flying out while still keeping air flow. There's even a safety ring on the top of the spark screen that doubles as a handle as an extra precaution. The strong legs placed below the fire bowl are designed for uneven terrain and different surfaces, so you can put it nearly anywhere you see fit. 

What we really love about this fire pit, is the moon and stars pattern decorated all over the outer ring. It makes for such a fun night in, and would look especially illuminating at night. Shoppers described the fire pit as "sturdy," "safe," "amazing," and "worth the money." You will have to assemble the piece, but customers said that it was "super easy" to put together. 

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"It even has some small holes with risers in the bottom of it for aeration during burning, and drainage for after it rains," another reviewer added. Due to it being smaller in size, the fire pit is ideal for more compact backyard spaces. 

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Plus, if it doesn't end up being for you, Target offers free and easy returns within 30 days for a full refund. However, with how adorable and convenient this fire pit is, we don't think you'll need to exercise the refund option. Add this 33% off deal to your online Target cart before another shopper beats you to it! 

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More than six decades after he first stepped into music, Robert Plant is still making waves, this time for a major honor that celebrates his lifelong love for records and music culture.

The 77-year-old rock icon, best known as the voice behind Led Zeppelin, has been officially named the 2026 “Record Store Legend” ahead of this year’s Record Store Day on April 18. 

The recognition marks a full-circle moment for the singer, who began his career in the mid-1960s and rose to global fame in the 1970s.

Plant personally chose to place his commemorative plaque at Spillers Records in Cardiff, widely known as the world’s oldest record store. The surprise visit left fans and shoppers stunned as they spotted the legendary frontman casually browsing records, just like he did in his early years.

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Calling himself Record Store Day’s “director of organisations and prosecutions,” Plant spoke fondly of the role record shops played in shaping his journey.

“Quite a lot of my friends were based either around Rockfield Studios… or in this area,” Plant said, according to BBC. “So there was always a meeting point. Why not pop in here?”

“And then perhaps a pint of Brains, I don’t know,” he added.

Plant described Spillers Records as “hallowed territory,” highlighting how record shops once served as cultural hubs for young music lovers.

“It belonged to us as a youth culture then. It had its own language, it was a place to hang out. Meet girls!”

He also recalled how, despite often having little money, he still found ways to connect with music.

“I never, very, very seldom, did I ever have any money to buy anything, but I listened to a lot of music, thanks to the people in the store.”

The honor comes during a busy year for Plant, proving that even after 61 years in music, he shows no signs of slowing down.

To celebrate Record Store Day, he is releasing a special four-track EP titled Saving Grace: All That Glitters. The project features his current band, Saving Grace, which explores folk, roots and Americana sounds, a big shift from the heavy rock style that made him famous.

Earlier this month, Plant also appeared on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, where he performed a fresh version of Led Zeppelin’s “Ramble On” along with “Higher Rock,” a track from his recent album. 

Plant recently wrapped up the North American leg of his Spring Fever tour and is set to perform in Latin America and Europe in the coming months. Despite occasionally revisiting Led Zeppelin classics, he has made it clear that he prefers to focus on new music rather than rely on past hits.

From his early days influenced by blues and rock legends to becoming one of the most celebrated vocalists in history, Plant’s journey has been anything but ordinary. With multiple Grammy Awards, a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction and now the title of Record Store Legend, his legacy continues to grow.

Even after 61 years, Robert Plant remains deeply connected to the simple joy that started it all: discovering music in a record store.

Related: Legendary Rocker, 77, Stuns Fans Performing '70s Classic: 'He Still Sounds Incredible'

Fans of Eddie Vedder have one more reason to celebrate his long-awaited return to Japan. 

The iconic ‘90s rocker revealed on Instagram that he will make a special appearance at a Tokyo pop-up shop in Shibuya-ku on April 19, 2026.

The announcement comes as Vedder prepares for his first-ever solo tour in Japan, a milestone moment for the legendary frontman of Pearl Jam. The surprise pop-up visit adds an extra layer of excitement for fans already gearing up for a rare chance to see the grunge icon perform in intimate theater settings.

Eddie Vedder performs onstage during the 2025 Backyard Concert.

Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for BC

Vedder’s 2026 tour, titled An Evening with Eddie Vedder, will feature four shows across Japan. The run begins on April 14 in Nagoya and continues through Osaka and Kyoto before wrapping up in Tokyo on April 20.

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This marks Vedder’s first solo tour in the country, and it highlights his evolution beyond his work with Pearl Jam. The shows are expected to include songs from his solo albums, along with select tracks spanning his decades-long career.

Tour dates include:

• April 14 – Nagoya, Forest Hall
• April 16 – Osaka, Festival Hall
• April 17 – Kyoto, Rohm Theater
• April 20 – Tokyo, Garden Theater

While details about the appearance remain minimal, the timing, just one day before his Tokyo concert, suggests a highly anticipated fan moment.

The pop-up is expected to draw both local and international fans, especially given Vedder’s history of surprise appearances. During a 2025 visit to Japan, he joined Jack White onstage for a live performance of “Rockin’ in the Free World,” originally by Neil Young.

Now, with a confirmed public appearance tied to his tour, anticipation is even higher.

Born Edward Louis Severson III, Vedder rose to fame in the early 1990s as the voice of Pearl Jam, one of the defining bands of the grunge era. Known for his deep, powerful vocals and emotional songwriting, he helped shape hits from the band’s breakthrough album Ten, which sold millions worldwide.

Over the years, Vedder has built a strong solo career, releasing albums like Into the Wild (2007) and Earthling (2022). 

Beyond music, Vedder remains active in social causes, including environmental efforts and medical research advocacy. This year, he also gained attention for the documentary Matter of Time, which highlights his support for research on a rare genetic condition.

Even as Pearl Jam continues to evolve, with new music reportedly in development, Vedder’s solo tour underscores his ability to connect with audiences in a more intimate way.

Between the tour performances and the special appearance, Vedder’s return to Japan is shaping up to be one of the most talked-about rock events of 2026.

Related: '90s Grunge Icon Wows Fans With Ageless Voice Ahead of Solo Tour: 'I’ve Seen God'

Attention, all you household cleaners — especially for those who favor handheld steamers.

The popular brand BISSELL just recalled roughly 1.7 million of its Steam Shot OmniReach and Steam Shot Omni Steam Cleaners.

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, April 9 that the units were recalled "due to serious burn hazard" from their attachments.

More specifically, "the recalled steam cleaners’ attachments can unexpectedly detach from the steam cleaners and expel hot water or steam onto users during use, posing a serious burn hazard."

BISSELL took to Instagram on Thursday to share the recall news with its followers and fans.

"Safety is our top priority, and we have a 150-year history of producing quality products that consumers can trust," the caption of its post reads. "Out of an abundance of caution and in cooperation with the CPSC, we’re issuing a voluntary recall of our Steam Shot cleaner."

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BISSELL has already received more than 200 reports of hot water or steam unexpectedly escaping from the steam cleaners’ attachments, the U.S. CPSC reports, including 161 reports of burn injuries with a report of one second-degree burn.

The remedy for said issue is listed as "repair," which is why users should stop using their recalled attachments immediately and contact BISSELL to receive free new attachments. You can register for a recall here, where you can also find instructions on how to upload a photo showing that the original attachment accessories have been disposed of in the trash.

The affected model numbers — which are located on the product rating label on the bottom of the unit — are as follows:

• 4155
• 4155L
• 4155W
• 4155G
• 4155D
• 4155J
• 4155Y
• 4155P
• 4171
• 4171L
• 4171W
• 4171F

The recalled units were reportedly sold in green, gray, white, blue and dark blue. The attachments and the hose are gray in color.

Love is in the air for Mick Fleetwood of the iconic band Fleetwood Mac.

The legendary drummer continues to draw attention after sparking excitement once again among his fans.

In an Instagram update, the 78-year-old musician returned to the spotlight with his first social media post following his wedding.

The update featured the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer soaking up the sun as he played ukulele and bongos with a background of clear blue waters and a pristine beach in Tahiti.

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“On the beach… in Tahiti,” he captioned his post.

The comment section was filled with enthusiastic reactions from fans.

“Sounds incredible… Love it, Mick! Beautiful setting, enjoy,” one wrote.

“Looking great, Mick, awesome stuff!” an Instagram user remarked.

“Beautiful music! I love it,” a commenter said.

“Loving the vibes,” a follower added.

Another user echoed the same, noting, “What a beautiful groove !!! You put the " Mick " in Rhythmic !!!!!!”

Meanwhile, one commenter mentioned recalling another legendary band: “Very Beach Boys sounding.”

Fleetwood’s social media update comes after his wedding to his fourth wife and longtime partner, Elizabeth Jordan.

Before March ended, the Fleetwood Mac co-founder posted a glimpse of their wedding, showing his followers the highlight of the ceremony.

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On March 28, the drummer and Jordan secretly wed following their engagement in 2025.

The post featured the musician dressed in a black tuxedo while his 56-year-old bride wore a fur coat and a high-neck wedding dress. But instead of revealing their faces, the legendary drummer covered their faces with a fedora hat.

Although they did not share further details regarding the ceremony, the couple spent their honeymoon in the South Pacific.

“The South Pacific does its magic !!! A honeymoon with my love Elizabeth…creating moments to be remembered!! Sun health and happiness!!” he captioned.

The recent wedding was the drummer’s fifth marriage.

His first marriage was to Jenny Boyd in 1970, but they ended their relationship in 1976. However, following the divorce, they got back together and remarried a year later.

Unfortunately, the pair, who share two daughters, Amy and Lucy, called it quits again, this time for good, in 1978.

In 1988, the musician changed his status from single to married once again after officially tying the knot with Sara Recor.

Mick Fleetwood and wife Lynn arrive at party to launch tour of Rolling Stone magazine's covers at the Puck Building.

Mick Fleetwood and wife Lynn arrive at party to launch tour of Rolling Stone magazine's covers at the Puck Building.

Their relationship didn't last long, ultimately ending in divorce in 1995. Interestingly, this was also the same year when he married his third wife, Lynn Frankel.

Seven years later, they welcomed twin daughters Ruby and Tessa in 2002. The marriage ended in 2013 after 18 years.

Related: Iconic ‘70s Band’s Classic Song Hits 1 Billion Streams After 51 Years

Get excited—there's another New York Times game to add to your daily routine! Those of us word game addicts who already play Wordle, Connections, Strands and the Mini Crossword now have Connections Sports Edition to add to the mix.

So, if you're looking for some hints and answers for today's Connections Sports Edition on Friday, April 10, 2026, you've come to the right place.

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Today's NYT Connections Sports Puzzle for Friday, April 10, 2026 / New York Times

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What Is Connections Sports Edition?

Connections Sports Edition is just like the regular Connections word puzzle, in that it's a game that resets at 12 a.m. EST each day and has 16 different words listed. It's up to you to figure out each group of four words that belong to a certain category, with four categories in total.

This new version is sports-specific, however, as a partnership between The New York Times and The Athletic.

As the NYT site instructs, for Connections Sports Edition, you "group sports terms that share a common thread."

Related: The 26 Funniest NYT Connections Game Memes You'll Appreciate if You Do This Daily Word Puzzle

Hints for Today's Connections Sports Edition Categories on April 10, 2026

Here are some hints about the four categories to help you figure out the word groupings.

• Yellow: You might call this person an ace.
• Green: Combat sport vocabulary.
• Blue: Slangy monikers for specific hoopsters.
• Purple: Not Ms. or Miss.

Here Are Today's Connections Sports Edition Categories

OK, time for a second hint…we'll give you the actual categories now. Spoilers below!

• Yellow: A TEAM'S BEST PLAYER
• Green: MMA TERMS
• Blue: NICKNAMES OF FORMER NBA PLAYERS, WITH "THE"
• Purple: MR._____

If you're looking for the answers, no worries—we've got them below. So, don't scroll any further if you don't want to see the solutions!

The answers to today's Connections Sports Edition #564 are coming up next.

Related: 15 Fun Games Like Connections to Play Every Day

What Are the Answers to Connections Sports Edition Today?

• A TEAM'S BEST PLAYER: CENTERPIECE, HEADLINER, LEAD, STAR
• MMA TERMS: ARMBAR, CHOKE, CLINCH, SUBMISSION
• NICKNAMES OF FORMER NBA PLAYERS, WITH "THE": ANSWER, BIG DIPPER, MATRIX, TRUTH
• MR._____: 3000, HOCKEY, MET, OCTOBER

Don't worry if you didn't get them this time—we've all been there.

Up next, catch up on the answers to recent Wordle puzzles.

Related: NYT Connections Sports Edition Today: Hints and Answers for Thursday, April 9, 2026

Move over, Wordle, Connections, Connections Sports Edition, and Mini Crossword—there’s a new NYT word game in town! The New York Times' recent game, "Strands," is becoming increasingly popular as another daily activity fans can find on the NYT website and app.

With daily themes and "spangrams" to discover, this is the latest addictive game to cross off your to-do list before a new one pops up 24 hours later.

We'll cover exactly how to play Strands, hints for today's Spangram, and all of the answers for Strands #768 on Friday, April 10.

How to Play Strands

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According to the New York Times, here's exactly how to play Strands:

Find theme words to fill the board.

• Theme words stay highlighted in blue when found.
• Drag or tap letters to create words. If tapping, double-tap the last letter to submit.
• Theme words fill the board entirely. No theme words overlap.

Find the “spangram.”

• The spangram describes the puzzle's theme and touches two opposite sides of the board. It may be two words.
• The spangram highlights in yellow when found.
• An example spangram with corresponding theme words: PEAR, FRUIT, BANANA, APPLE, etc.

Need a hint?

• Find non-theme words to get hints.
• For every three non-theme words you find, you earn a hint.
• Hints show the letters of a theme word. If there is already an active hint on the board, a hint will show that word's letter order.

What Is Today's Strands Hint for the Theme: "On the sly."

A hint for today's Strands game: Artful or savvy.

What Are Today's NYT Strands Hints?

Warning: Spoilers ahead!

In today's puzzle, there are eight theme words to find (including the spangram). Here are the first two letters for each word:

• WI
• CA
• SL
• CR
• SH
• DE
• CU
• LI (SPANGRAM)

NYT Strands Spangram Hint: Is It Vertical or Horizontal?

Today's Spangram is horizontal and diagonal.

NYT Strands Spangram Answer for April 10

Today's Spangram answer on Today's NYT 'Strands' Hints, Spangram and Answers for Friday, April 10, 2026, is LIKEAFOX.

What Are Today's NYT Strands Answers, Word List for day, April 10?

• WILY
• CANNY
• SLICK
• CRAFTY
• SHREWD
• DEVIOUS
• CUNNING
• SPANGRAM: LIKEAFOX

Related: Today’s NYT ‘Strands’ Hints, Spangram and Answers for Thursday, April 9, 2026

A legendary rock band from the 1970s is making headlines for a growing legal battle that is spilling into public view. 

Members of Journey are facing ongoing disputes that have reached courtrooms and stirred strong reactions from fans, raising concerns about how internal conflict could affect the group’s legacy.

At the center of the issue is guitarist and co-founder Neal Schon, who recently opened up about the tension between himself and bandmate Jonathan Cain. Their disagreement, described as both financial and ideological, has reportedly led to repeated legal filings and a strained working relationship.

“I feel like I get one [lawsuit] served every week from his camp,” Schon told Rolling Stone. “It’s like, ‘Jesus Christ!’”

Jonathan Cain, Todd Jensen, Arnel Pineda, Jason Derlatka, Journey founder Neal Schon, Journey co-founder Gregg Rolie, and Deen Castronovo perform during the Journey 50th Anniversary Tour.

Photo by Brian Ach/Getty Images for Journey

Despite the seriousness of the situation, the band continues to perform together as part of their ongoing farewell tour. However, the offstage conflict has become difficult to ignore, especially as details surface online and in interviews.

Schon did not hide his frustration when discussing the legal disputes. He emphasized how exhausting the situation has become, even after years of experience in the music industry.

“I hate all these attorneys. It’s so nuts,” he said. “There’s just so much ongoing noise. And I just want some [explicit] peace, for real. I’m just really tired of all the legal [battles]. It’s meaningless to me. I don’t have any time for it.”

The tension goes beyond legal matters. Reports indicate that differences in personal beliefs have also played a role in the conflict. Still, both musicians remain committed to performing, putting their differences aside when they step on stage.

“The music we’ve created together is amazing,” Schon said. “And so, you have to celebrate that music with the fans. The fans are incredible. When I’m onstage, I don’t think about any of [the drama].”

The situation has also drawn attention from other artists. Michael Sweet, lead singer of Stryper, recently shared his thoughts on the growing trend of bands airing conflicts online.

“Just a quick thought on all the band drama that we all see online: First, we have our own drama,” Sweet said, per Alternative Nation. “What blows my mind, is the constant drama with certain bands. It definitely affects what the fans think and it definitely tarnishes the name/brand. Without question.”

Sweet warned that public disputes can change how fans experience music. He stressed that concerts should be an escape, not a reminder of negative headlines.

“People want to escape reality and escape the world when they go to a show or when they listen to a song,” he explained. “They don’t want to be thinking about the negative story they read two hours before the show.”

He also urged musicians to handle problems privately. “People need to get in a room and discuss things like adults and work things out and stop going online to present all their problems,” Sweet said.

While the drama continues, Journey remains on its Final Frontier farewell tour, celebrating more than 50 years of music. The tour includes dozens of shows across North America and features a mix of classic hits and fan favorites.

Frontman Arnel Pineda continues to lead the band on stage, alongside longtime members Schon and Cain.

Related: '70s Rock Band Shares Update After Announcing Farewell Tour