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When Whitney Houston released her powerhouse cover of "I'm Every Woman" for The Bodyguard soundtrack in 1992, it instantly became one of the defining pop anthems of the decade.

But long before Whitney's soaring vocals brought the track to a whole new generation of fans, the song was already a massive, chart-topping smash for another music icon, the "Queen of Funk."Chaka Khan first released the track 13 years prior, turning the Nickolas Ashford and Valerie Simpson tune into a disco-era staple that defined the late '70s.

The song, known as a women's anthem, per American Songwriter, was written by the legendary songwriting duo Ashford & Simpson, who crafted the track specifically with Khan's powerhouse vocals in mind. The empowering track instantly resonated with audiences, propelling Khan’s debut solo release to No. 21 on the Billboard Top 100 and topping the R&B charts.

Simpson told PEOPLE Magazine that she instructed her husband, Ashford, to tap into his feminine side when penning the iconic track. "I told him to dig into his feminine side," she explained.

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The singer and songwriter continued, "I knew immediately it was a great title, which he got from me playing the chord [on the piano]. It was one of those things that just all came together."

Khan released "I'm Ever Woman" as the debut single off her first solo album, Chaka, in 1978. This song was her first effort after making her mark as the lead singer of the funk band Rufus, who had massive success with the songs “Tell Me Something Good” and “Ain’t Nobody.”

The singer told Jennifer Hudson, “I knew I was creating something because it took me a long, long time to feel some kind of comfort singing something like ‘I’m Every Woman.'"

“I was reading it from an insecure place, and I said, ‘This song’s not saying that you are every woman.’ The song is saying together, collectively, I’m every woman, and it’s all in me,” she added. “It took me a while to get comfortable singing that, and once I got it, I said, ‘Ok, I understand it now.’”

Houston reimagined the song for the soundtrack to the 1992 feature film, The Bodyguard. Her version hit No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 in February 1993.

The entertainer was pregnant with her only daughter, Bobbi Kristina Brown, while filming the music video for "I'm Every Woman". She was five months pregnant in the clip, directed by Randee St. Nicholas. The video includes cameos from Valerie Simpson, Chaka Khan, TLC, and her mother, Cissy Houston.

Whether you hear Chaka Khan’s disco-era magic or Whitney Houston’s soaring ’90s vocals, "I'm Every Woman" remains a timeless celebration of empowerment. More than four decades after its original release, the track stands as a rare pop-culture crossover, proving that true musical brilliance can belong to two legendary queens at once.

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Figuring out what to make for dinner every single night is easily one of the most annoying parts of being an adult. When you're tired and don't want to cook, it's easy to look back at your childhood school days and realize how good we actually had it in the lunchroom.

Back then, you didn't have to plan anything or grocery shop. You just stood in line, grabbed a plastic tray and got a warm, reliable meal. Everyone liked to complain about school food when they were kids, but a lot of those old menu items were actually pure comfort food.

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The funny thing is that you can buy the most expensive nuggets or frozen pizza at the grocery store today, and they still won't taste quite right. Cafeteria food was just its own distinct thing. Because it had to be cooked in massive batches for hundreds of kids at once, it had a specific level of saltiness and a soft, chewy texture that is almost impossible to replicate in a normal home kitchen.

That unique taste is exactly why people spend time looking up old copycat recipes online or trying to track down the commercial food service brands schools used. If you're ready to admit which throwback lunches you would still happily eat for dinner tonight, here are the 12 classic school cafeteria meals adults secretly still crave.

The 'God-Tier' Main Courses

When these mains were on the menu, you knew it was going to be a good day.

1. Salisbury Steak With Brown Gravy

This wasn't gourmet beef, but the combination of that seasoned patty swimming in a pool of salty brown gravy was unmatched. The meat always had a distinctively soft, tender texture that made it the best comfort food on a rainy weekday.

The real star was the gravy itself—a rich, savory brown sauce that was often so thick it formed a skin on top if it sat for too long. When paired with a heavy scoop of smooth instant mashed potatoes, it created a savory flavor combination that put nearly every home-cooked meatloaf to shame.

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2. Spicy Chicken Sandwiches

These were a favorite on the menu, especially by the time you got to high school. They weren't like the thick, crispy chicken sandwiches you get at fast-food joints today. They had a flat shape and a spicy orange breading that actually had a pretty good kick to it.

The best part was how the bun got completely soft and steamy from sitting inside those crinkly, foil-lined paper bags under the kitchen heat lamps. Slapping a packet of mayonnaise on that soft bun right at the lunch table always made it so much better, and it's a huge throwback meal people still crave.

3. Sloppy Joes

Cafeterias across the country served a very specific version of this messy classic that is hard to copy at home. Rather than a chunky, vegetable-heavy meat sauce, school kitchens turned out a finely ground beef mix swimming in a smooth, sweet tomato sauce.

It would slowly soak directly into the white hamburger bun, turning the bottom half completely soft. Throwing a handful of potato chips right onto the meat was a favorite lunchroom hack to add a quick crunch to an otherwise messy sandwich.

4. Macaroni and Cheese

This smooth, velvety pasta dish was a staple comfort food on chilly afternoon menus. Unlike the baked versions made at home, the school kitchen variety relied on a rich, liquid cheddar cheese sauce that coated every single elbow noodle perfectly.

It was often served with a couple of sliced cocktail franks or tiny ham cubes mixed right into the tray compartment for a salty pairing. Regular box brands from the grocery store aisle can never quite match that exact, heavy-duty lunchroom creaminess that adults still crave today.

The Elite Side Items

Nothing complemented school lunch better than these beloved sides.

5. Tater Tots

These golden potato bites are easily the most famous side item in school lunch history. Cafeteria ovens cooked them on giant sheet pans, which meant you always got a mix of super-crunchy outer ones and perfectly soft ones from the middle of the pile.

Cafeteria staff usually scooped out a serving of exactly eight to ten tots right into your tray's side compartment. They were the ultimate finger food, and regular grocery store frozen brands never quite capture that exact cafeteria-style tot.

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These giant, fluffy bread rolls were easily one of the best parts of any hot lunch tray. Cafeteria staff baked them fresh in the morning, filling the entire hallway with a sweet, yeasty scent long before the first lunch bell rang.

They always came brushed with a heavy, glossy layer of melted butter that made the tops incredibly soft and rich. Pulling one apart to soak up extra gravy from your tray compartment was a standard move, and it remains a classic comfort food adults still miss.

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7. Smiley Fries

These happy, round potato faces were an instant favorite on any elementary school tray. They had a thick, mashed-potato-style filling inside a crispy outer shell, which made them a bit heavier and softer than a standard french fry.

Kids always used their plastic forks to poke through the hollow eyes or fill up the cutout mouth with a blob of ketchup. It's a massive nostalgia food that adults still end up throwing into their grocery carts out of pure habit whenever they spot them in the supermarket freezer aisle.

8. Fruit Cocktail

This sweet side dish was a permanent fixture on the weekly lunch tray. Served ice-cold in a tiny paper dish, it featured a heavy mix of diced pears, peaches, soft grapes and those rubbery little pineapples swimming in a thick, sugary syrup.

The best strategy at the lunch table was hunting through the cup to find the single, neon-red maraschino cherry halves hidden at the bottom. Drinking the leftover fruit juice straight from the cup at the very end was a classic move to finish off a salty lunch tray.

The Unforgettable Drinks and Desserts

We looked forward to these lunchtime add-ons for good reason.

9. French Toast Sticks

The best part of "Breakfast for Lunch" day was getting those thick, cinnamon-sugar-coated sticks that were perfect for dipping. They had a sweet, slightly fried outer crust that somehow stayed crispy instead of instantly soaking up all the syrup, while the inside stayed completely soft and fluffy.

Getting to eat sweet finger food covered in maple syrup right in the middle of the school day always felt like a treat. It remains the ultimate midday sugar rush that adults still try to recreate on the weekend using grocery store frozen boxes, even if they never quite match that classic cafeteria texture.

10. Cardboard Cartons of Chocolate Milk

There was something so satisfying about peeling open a tiny, wax-coated cardboard carton at the end of the lunch line. For some reason, it kept the milk tasting colder, creamier and way sweeter than a regular glass poured from a plastic gallon at home.

Everyone used to rip open that finicky cardboard spout and try to squeeze every last drop out of the corners before the bell rang. It was the best drink for washing down a salty lunch tray, and it completely masked that slight paper flavor from the packaging.

It remains the one childhood drink that adults universally agree tasted way better straight out of a school cafeteria fridge.

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11. Fruit Ice Cups

These rock-hard blocks of frozen strawberry or blue raspberry juice were a test of patience. You had to use that flimsy wooden spoon to aggressively scrape the frozen surface for 20 minutes just to get a single, slushy bite.

Half the time, the cheap wooden spoon would snap right in half before you even made a dent in the center, forcing you to just scrape it with your teeth or wait for the edges to melt into a sweet syrup.

The intense flavor was totally worth the struggle, even if it stained your tongue a bright neon color for the rest of the school day.

The 'Friday' Special

Let's not forget everyone's favorite lunch.

12. Rectangular Pan Pizza

Friday was the undisputed king of the school week solely because of the rectangular sheet-pan pizza. With its thick, spongy crust, perfectly uniform cubes of pepperoni, and a layer of plastic-like mozzarella cheese that peeled off in one glorious sheet, it remains the holy grail of nostalgic food.

The magic was entirely in the texture, that doughy, focaccia-style base was always slightly crisp on the bottom from the giant metal pan, while the inside stayed soft, pillowy and completely comforting.

The sauce had a distinctly sweet flavor profile made perfectly for kids, and the cheese substitute was made to melt into a rubbery blanket that you could literally strip off with your fingers. Adults everywhere would still gladly buy an entire sheet pan of this pizza for a Friday night movie night.

Final Takeaways

There's a reason we're still obsessed with these specific school cafeteria lunches. Cooking for yourself night after night gets old, and sometimes you just want the simple comfort of a childhood favorite.

Regular grocery store versions might not ever get that batch-cooked cafeteria texture exactly right, but admitting which items you still crave is half the fun.

Next time you're completely stumped on what to make for dinner, maybe skip the complicated recipe and go with a little bit of school lunch nostalgia instead.

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For Little Singles stars Krista Sulaica and Jordanna "JJ" James, finding love isn't the hardest part of dating; it's dealing with the assumptions people make before the first date. Since its June 15th launch on TLC, the show continues to follow a group of five little people who experience dating, friendships and everything in between, in Palm Springs, California.

“I was completely blindsided when I was called and asked by producers to join the show. It’s something that has been a dream of mine since I was a little girl,” Krista says in an exclusive interview with Parade.

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It’s common for little people to face misconceptions when dating, which is why shining a light on their true experience is so important.

“They always assume that we only date other little people,” says Krista, continuing on to say she’s never actually dated a little person. 

JJ, who previously starred on season one of TLC's Little Women: NY, noted how many think they don’t want a serious relationship, but just like anyone else, they do. 

The pair also mentioned that it’s common for individuals to ‘fetishize’ being with a little person. 

“They’ll start talking about very sexual things in relation to our height. ‘Oh you’re the perfect height for this or that,’” says Krista.

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JJ continues, saying, “Or, ‘I’ve never been with a little person before.’ It’s their tone or how they deliver it.” 

“Or they’ll say things like, ‘you’re really pretty for a little person,’” adds Krista. “They think they’re giving us such a great compliment, but it’s actually the opposite.” 

Even after enduring assumptions and uncomfortable fetishization, both women continue to put themselves out there.

JJ mentions that after recently getting out of a serious relationship, she decided to focus on herself and her career for a while. “But now, this year, and after being on the show, I am open to dating and let’s just say it's been wild,” says JJ.

Krista pipes in, mentioning that she prefers meeting people through friends now that she’s older. 

“If my friends like them, I know I’m going to like them.”

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Aside from romance and reality TV, the two have much to look forward to. 

As a dancer and Broadway performer, JJ continues to follow her passion. She’s had an extensive career on stage, even touring with Miley Cyrus in 2014. She raved about Miley, who brought JJ on after seeing her dance. Afterward, Miley recruited more dancers with dwarfism to join her show, highlighting their talent on stage.

“We need diversity on stage and we need all different types of body types,” says JJ. “Yeah I’m short, but I can dance.” 

Krista continues, saying, “I think that's a lot about what the show is about and what our viewers can take away from the show is that, you know, we’re all positive people. We’re just trying to do our best and, you know, we’re living our lives. We’re living it up.” 

Follow Krista and JJ on their journey for love Mondays at 9:00 p.m. ET on TLC. Episodes of Little Singles are also available to stream on Max, Hulu or Discovery+.

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Hotel Pool

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If you're looking for a quick mental reset, a weekend poolside escape, or a high-end spa day without the steep price tag of an overnight hotel stay, your daycation options are getting a massive upgrade.

Hilton has announced a three-year expansion of its partnership with ResortPass, bringing day-use access for local residents and travelers to its properties across the Americas. The collaboration opens up the gates to some of the brand's most popular resort amenities—including sprawling lazy rivers, private cabanas, Forbes Five-Star spas, and coastal pickleball courts—for just a fraction of the cost of a full room booking.

The move comes as more travelers and locals seek out flexible, wellness-focused escapes right in their own backyards without having to pack a suitcase or check in overnight.

“The success of our ResortPass partnership has encouraged us to expand our offerings and accelerate how we approach wellness across our portfolio,” says Jessica Shea, vice president of wellness, retail, and leisure operations for Hilton's Americas region. “We can now better connect our properties more meaningfully to the communities around them, offering flexible access to world-class wellness experiences.”

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High-Energy Pool Parties Meets Ultimate Relaxation

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As part of the expanded roll-out, Hilton and ResortPass are debuting "Off Hours," a brand-new multi-city event series designed to transform hotel pool decks into vibrant, ticketed community gatherings during afternoon hours.

Featuring top DJs, local vendors, and upgraded food and beverage menus, the social series is officially kicking off across select Florida locations, including Hilton Orlando, Hilton West Palm Beach, Beach House Fort Lauderdale, Hilton Tampa Downtown, and Signia by Hilton Diplomat Beach Resort.

For those who prefer a quieter, restorative afternoon over a DJ set, the platform unlocks access to heavy-hitting luxury amenities across the portfolio:

• For Families and Active Travelers: At Hilton Orlando, day passes grant access to an 892-foot lazy river, waterfalls, and an interactive splash pad, along with an adults-only pool and Topgolf Swing Suites. Active travelers can also reserve day passes for pickleball courts at the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort or the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Sonoma Wine Country.
• For High-End Wellness Seekers: If you are chasing deep relaxation, day passes unlock world-class sanctuaries like the La Prairie Spa at Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills or the Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead, where guests can use indoor saline lap pools, dry saunas, and steam rooms, or book specialized floating sound bath therapies.
• For Beachfront Escapes: Tropical day access extends into the Caribbean, including properties like Embassy Suites by Hilton Dorado del Mar Beach Resort in Puerto Rico, where guests can spend the day lounging by lagoon-style pools overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.

Highlighting the shift toward day-use hospitality, Michael Wolf, CEO of ResortPass, notes that the collaboration is setting a fresh standard for how people carve out time for themselves:

“ResortPass and Hilton are setting a new standard for how hospitality innovates on well-being beyond the traditional stay. The expansion of this partnership reflects a shared commitment to redefining how people rest and recharge.”

Day passes and event tickets for participating Hilton properties across the US and Caribbean are available to book directly through resortpass.com.

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Jason Sudeikis wasn't sure if he was ready to blow the whistle on another season of Ted Lasso, despite the hefty payday.

The Emmy Award-winning actor may have been making $1 million per episode by the time that Season 3 of the hit Apple TV dramedy premiered in 2023, but Sudeikis told The Hollywood Reporter in a new interview that there was a narrative reason he initially turned down a fourth season of the show.

“That wasn’t a negotiation tactic,” Sudeikis told the outlet in an interview published on Tuesday, July 21. “The story was told. Ted went home to be with his son. I wasn’t going to have Ted uproot their life to justify the money truck. It made no sense to me.”

At the end of the third season of Ted Lasso, Sudeikis' titular coach character returned to the U.S. to be with his son after a successful run with AFC Richmond, with the storylines for Hannah Waddingham’s Rebecca Welton, Brett Goldstein’s Roy Kent, Juno Temple’s Keeley Jones, and Brendan Hunt’s Coach Beard also coming to a close.

Ultimately, however, Sudeikis changed his mind about returning for another go as Ted, and Season 4 of Ted Lasso is set to premiere on Aug. 5.

“It is infectious to play a character who sees the best in people and isn’t mad at the world for all its foibles and bullies and shadows,” the Saturday Night Livealum said of his decision to move forward with another season. “It’s not like I’m Daniel Day-Lewis, but it was good to live in that — to have that coursing through your brain and your body all day. It still is.”

The 10-episode fourth season of Ted Lasso will see Sudeikis' character "taking on his biggest challenge yet: coaching a second division women’s football team," according to Apple TV's logline. "Throughout the course of the season, Ted and the team learn to leap before they look, taking chances they never thought they would."

Ted Lasso Season 4 premieres on Aug. 5 on Apple TV.

Dunkin’ Donuts is giving away free King Kylie drinks on Thursday, July 23!

Earlier this month, the coffee chain 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.

Here’s everything to know about the free drink deal—and how to claim yours before the offer ends.

How to get a free King Kylie drink from Dunkin’

Any customer who buys a qualifying item between 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. at a participating Dunkin’ Donuts location can score a free medium King Kylie drink!

The deal is available for one hour only, while supplies last, and is not valid for delivery orders.

If you miss the promotion—don't worry! Dunkin' previously offered this deal on July 14, so there may be another opportunity to score a free King Kylie drink in the future.

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More new Dunkin’ drinks

Dunkin’ is keeping the pink vibes going all summer long with the addition of eight new pink-colored drinks, including Suncloud Lemonades and other sparkling sips that blend creamy, bubbly, and citrus-forward flavors.

The chain is also rolled out five new indulgent, dessert-inspired beverages with peanut butter flavors, including the Fluffernutter Cloud Latte, PB&J Cloud Latte, and the Peanut Butter Shakin’ Espresso.

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Some songs are instant hits. Others wait years for their moment. That was the case with “Alone Again,” the signature ballad from Dokken.

Released in 1984 on the album Tooth and Nail, “Alone Again” was a guitar-driven power ballad about heartbreak and loneliness that showed a vulnerable side of the hard rock band. But the song took years to see the light of day. Frontman Don Dokken once revealed that he put a tape of the song in a closet almost a decade before its release and forgot about it.

In an interview with Songfacts, the Dokken frontman was asked about the origins of the song.

“Oh God, I wrote that when I was 22,” he shared of “Alone Again.” “I wrote it in '75/'76. I wrote it on a 4-track studio. It ended up on a cassette, and it stayed in a closet for 10 years. We did Tooth And Nail, and all these bands were doing ballads, so the record company said, ‘You need a ballad.’ I said, ‘We don't have one.' So, I was just digging through my cassettes, and I found an old demo of ‘Alone Again.’"

Dokken noted that he and bassist Jeff Pilson reworked the song for the 1984 release.

Dokken once admitted that so much time had passed that he didn’t even remember he had written “Alone Again” when he found it years later.

“This is a thing I wrote when I was very young, very naïve,” he said in an interview with KBAD 94.5 FM, per Blabbermouth.net. “Everybody says, 'Who'd you write about?' 'I don't know.' 'What was the girl's name?' 'I don't know.' I must have been in love — it's a very sad song — but I don't remember who I wrote it about. I don't know. It was just a song that came out, I always say, from here — whatever that higher power is."

Once he found the song, Dokken had to fight tooth and nail with bandmate George Lynch to include it on the album, let alone make a music video for it.

Noting that his original version of "Alone Again” ended up on a cassette and was "just thrown in my closet, and was forgotten,” Dokken told Full in Bloom. “As soon as that came out we went platinum, but it almost didn't make it. George refused to do it, I wanted to do it, and the record company said. ‘You do it or else.’”

“[‘Alone Again’] was the last thing we did to go on Tooth and Nail and that song turned out to be a classic,” Dokken added.

"The band still didn't believe in the song," the rocker continued. "We went on tour for a year, and then the tour was over I said, ‘You guys are really missing the boat here; we should have put out ‘Alone Again’ [as a music video].' And everybody's fighting me on it. …We ended up out of our own pocket, paying some camera crews to come down when we’re playing one of our last shows, which was at the Palladium in Hollywood. And that's why it's all live footage. So we just had a bunch of camera guys come in and shoot the show, edit it together, and we put out ‘Alone Again,' and it took off.”

“Alone Again” reached No. 64 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1985 and became an MTV and mainstream rock radio hit. Four decades later, it remains one of the most beloved Dokken songs of all time and a timeless anthem for fans.

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For years, the internet has been obsessed with the phrase "Uno reverse," and now, "All Black Everything" luxury lifestyle brand Blvck Paris and the Mattel card game UNO® have collaborated on a new product line that will let fans wear it—and so much more.

Launching tomorrow on the Blvck Paris website, this collection features a range of items, from apparel to a brand-new deck of UNO® cards.

The lineup specifically includes:

• Blvck x UNO® Deck Card (Blvck Edition): An all-black UNO® deck of cards featuring monochromatic detailing, unique packaging and a new Black Out gameplay card, the latter of which involves a brand-new UNO® game rule, wherein when played, all players must rush to be the first to hit the card. The last one to do so draws four cards. This new card can also work as a Wild Card, which means that the player can choose the next color of play.
• Reverse Hoodie & Embossed Reverse Hoodie: An all-black oversized fleece hoodie featuring the iconic "Uno reverse" symbol as well as tonal graphics and layered black detailing. The hoodie is available in graphic and embossed monochromatic styles.
• Reverse Tee: Like the Reverse Hoodie, this oversized premium cotton t-shirt features the "Uno reverse" symbol, as well as Blvck Paris' minimalist aesthetic.
• Mini Travel Bag: This vegan leather organizer can be used for daily essentials and features detailing from both Blvck Paris and UNO®.
• Headwear Collection: The lineup's headwear collection includes a baseball cap with tonal detailing from both brands.

Prices for the products range from $25 to $160, with the specific breakdown as follows:

• Blvck x UNO® Deck Card (Blvck Edition): $25
• Reverse Hoodie & Embossed Reverse Hoodie: $160
• Reverse Tee: $80
• Mini Travel Bag: $100
• Headwear Collection: $60

About the collaboration, Blvck Paris founder Julian O’Hayon said in a statement, "The best collaborations bring together two brands with distinct identities to create something unexpected. UNO is one of the world's most recognizable games, and reimagining it through the Blvck universe allowed us to create a collection that feels elevated, collectible and true to both brands. The response to our first collaboration showed us there was a genuine appetite for this partnership, and we're excited to continue building on that momentum."

Paul Anka, who is known for hit songs like “Diana” and “Lonely Boy," was a teen idol in the 1950s. He recently appeared on “The Magnificent Others with Billy Corgan,” where he spoke about his sudden rise to fame, comparing it to Justin Bieber, who was discovered on YouTube when he was only 13.

“You know, when Justin hit, it was all over Canada,” the star said. “The paper — they had a picture of me and a picture of him, cause we both live here. So there was a comparison.”

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Anka was only 16 when his career took off. In addition to releasing his own hit songs, he co-wrote several songs with Michael Jackson and created Frank Sinatra’s hit “My Way.” He also wrote the theme song for The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson.

When speaking about his success at such a young age, Anka said, “So when it hit for me, you know, I was a young kid with this dream. I didn’t have any great looks. I didn’t have any height. I was an athlete, but it stopped because then I stopped growing. So, I found something that really turned my life upside down.”

He continued, “When you’re in the middle of all of that action, and I had a good upbringing, I had a great father. I had a great mother, you know, who was an ally of mine who, you know, I lost at 18. And that was the toughest part of my life. But you know they were always around me to keep me as level as one could, keeping that in mind.”

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Ankin is now 84. He recently told PEOPLE that he is no longer interested in a relationship at his age, saying, “I’ve done the married thing. I’ll take all the good from it, some of the bad. I love my solitude, and it’s an amazing place to be in, having peace of mind and growing older gracefully.”

Ankin was formerly married to model Anne de Zogheb, Anna Åberg, and Lisa Pemberton. He has six children.

Just days after reports surfaced that The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star Angie Katsanevas had separated from her husband of 27 years, another longtime Bravo marriage is reportedly facing serious trouble.

According to a new report, Whitney Rose and her husband, Justin Rose, are now "living separate lives" after more than 16 years of marriage. Multiple sources claimed the couple has quietly grown apart in recent months, with one insider alleging they are only presenting a united front publicly for the sake of their family.

The reported split comes after years of ups and downs that have played out on RHOSLC. Whitney, 39, and Justin, 58, have been open about the strain financial pressures placed on their marriage.

That tension came to a head after Justin lost his executive job in 2022 following his appearance on the Bravo series. More recently, Whitney discussed the couple's struggles as they invested heavily in her business ventures, admitting during Season 6 that the financial stress had created resentment in their relationship.

Unlike many celebrity breakups, sources say there wasn't one dramatic incident that led to the reported separation. Instead, the relationship is said to have gradually deteriorated under the weight of ongoing financial and personal challenges. The couple shares two children, Bobbie and Brooks, and Justin also has three sons from a previous marriage.

Whitney and Justin's love story has long been one of the franchise's most talked-about.

The pair met while working together, eventually leaving their previous marriages to be together before tying the knot in 2009. Their relationship also led to their excommunication from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, a chapter Whitney has discussed candidly on the show over the years.

Whitney nor Justin has publicly addressed the latest report, and representatives for the couple have not commented.

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When Chelsea Handler posted a nine-slide email sent to her family laying out strict rules for future group vacations, readers and celebrity friends quickly chimed in on the comedian’s public reprimand. The letter, addressed to family members referred to as her "Nuggets," detailed expectations regarding basic manners, staff interaction, house cleanup, and screen time following a group stay at Martha’s Vineyard.

"Our family is dysfunctional, and that is what families are," Handler wrote in the post. "What we need to work on, however, is manners. There was a definite shortfall of manners on this trip, and I left this trip feeling embarrassed and taken advantage of."

The comment section immediately turned into a wider discussion on travel etiquette, boundaries, and host expectations, drawing reactions from fellow comedians, actors, and TV personalities. Actor Sophia Bush cheered the message, expanding the boundary rules beyond the vacation house. "All of this!! And while we’re at it … stack your bins at the airport! TSA doesn’t work for us either. Go CH, go!!" Bush wrote.

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Comedian Amy Schumer pinpointed the source of the household friction, commenting, "I smell teens and brothers." Meanwhile, actor Lisa Ann Walter noted the broader applicability of Handler's demands, writing, "This is so necessary and appreciated. By the way- it is useful for every level of vacation, not just the super generous ones you provide."

TV personality and parenting expert 'Supernanny' Jo Frost offered her professional services, writing, "So Chelsea it would seem I will be needed on your next trip! I'm on my way!"

Many followers praised Handler for enforcing standards while keeping family love intact. One commenter noted that having the privilege to be invited on such vacations is beyond their understand, adding that Handler's approach in the letter was valid and got the point across well while maintaining that the love is unconditional.

The email itself established rules that family members must follow if they want to participate in future vacations. Handler demanded mandatory acknowledgment of housekeepers, delivery workers, and staff members out of basic decency. She also mandated that guests pair up to load the dishwasher nightly so host mothers do not spend the vacation cleaning up after everyone.

Rules were set against littering on rental grounds, excessive drinking, and complaining about meals while eating them. To foster connection, Handler instituted a ban on phones and video games during group evening activities like dinners, board games, or movies.

Yungblud is remembering Ozzy Osbourne one year after the heavy metal legend’s death, sharing an emotional tribute to the singer who became both an inspiration and a friend.

The "Zombie" singer, 28, took to Instagram Stories to honor Osbourne, sharing a photo of the two together backstage in his dressing room ahead of the final Black Sabbath performance.

“It’s been a year since you’ve left us and I can honestly say I’ve thought about you every day since,” Yungblud wrote alongside the image.

In another tribute, Yungblud shared a photo of himself holding the cross necklace Osbourne gave him, writing, “I f---in love you man. forever,” alongside a bat emoji, a fitting nod to Osbourne’s legendary image and decades-long connection to heavy metal culture.

Osbourne died on July 22, 2025, at age 76, just weeks after reuniting with his original Black Sabbath bandmates for what was billed as the group’s final concert. The "Back to the Beginning" show in Birmingham, England, marked Osbourne’s last live performance and brought together generations of rock stars to celebrate his extraordinary career.

Known as the "Prince of Darkness," Osbourne first rose to fame as the frontman of Black Sabbath, helping pioneer heavy metal with songs like "Paranoid," "Iron Man" and "War Pigs."

After leaving the band in the late 1970s, he launched a successful solo career that produced hits including "Crazy Train" and cemented his status as one of rock music’s most influential figures.

Beyond music, Osbourne became a pop culture icon through the reality series The Osbournes, which introduced fans to his family life and showed a different side of the famously outrageous performer.

In the years before his death, Osbourne was open about his ongoing health struggles, including his battle with Parkinson’s disease and complications from injuries that affected his ability to perform. Despite those challenges, he continued making music and remained connected to the fans and artists he inspired.

Yungblud was among the younger musicians who developed a close bond with Osbourne. The pair shared a mutual admiration, with Osbourne praising Yungblud’s passion and helping pass along the legacy of rock music to a new generation.

Their friendship reached a memorable moment when Yungblud joined Osbourne and other artists for Black Sabbath’s farewell celebration. The backstage photo Yungblud shared became a reminder of one of Osbourne’s final public appearances and the lasting impact he had on those who followed in his footsteps.

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“Looks Like We Made It” was a classic ballad released by Barry Manilow in 1976. The following year, it reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and on the U.S. Adult Contemporary chart. It was the singer’s third, and last, chart-topping hit on Billboard. The song was also featured in an episode of Friends and in a 2012 Super Bowl commercial for Chevrolet.

Although the song was a huge hit, many listeners misunderstood the meaning behind the lyrics. Will Jennings, who wrote the lyrics, said, “Richard [Kerr] and I have often remarked on the people, millions of them in the world, who misunderstood the lyric of ‘Looks Like We Made It.’ It is a rather sad and ironic lyric about making it apart and not together, and of course, everyone thinks it is a full-on, positive statement. I don't know. Perhaps it is... in a way.”

When speaking with SongFacts about the meaning of the song, Jennings elaborated, "You walk into a party. Someone you used to love and someone who used to love you is there. You are each with someone else. 'Looks like we made it, left each other on the way to another love... looks like we made it, or I thought so until the day, until you were there, everywhere, and all I could taste was love the way we made it'... real life. And if you feel that way, you didn't make it."

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In The Complete Collection And Then Some, Jennings added, "We wrote this one in Richard's flat in London, where he banged away at a huge upright piano he called Old Joanna. He gave me another of those beautiful, over-the-top-don't-spare-the-melodrama melodies, with at least two melodic hooks in the verse and two more in the chorus. All this accomplished with much good wine and Indian food in between writing sessions and much hilarity."

Manilow’s other No. 1 hits were “Mandy” and “I Write the Songs.” Some of his other popular tunes include “Copacabana (At the Copa)," "Can't Smile Without You," and "Weekend in New England."

Manilow is now 83.

Pushing the '90s action star to return for a fourth rendition of Rush Hour, President Donald Trump made it publicly clear he wants to see Jackie Chan on the big screen again.

And it appears that may happen, according to IMDB, which has published a title page for the fourth installment of the series with Chan and co-star Chris Tucker listed on it. While details are being kept under wraps, another franchise revival has become Instagram official — one that spans four decades.

It's being reported Chan will return for the Armour of God franchise — the first of which debuted way back in 1986.

Armour of God: IV Ultimatum is slated for release in 2027, but there's already a sneak peak of the 72 year-old actor preparing for his next big role.

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Jackie Chan Has No Plans to Slow Down as He Revisits One of His Earliest Roles

Ah, the dreaded R" word. It comes with the territory in show business, whether it's professional sports or Hollywood.

When an athlete or artist gets up there in age, reporters tend to start pestering them about retirement.

Chan revealed to the New York Post this spring that he doesn't plan to call it quits anytime soon, saying at the time, "I always do my own stunts. It's who I am," before adding, "That's not changing until the day I retire, which is never!"

Better yet, even in his 70s, he strives to continue doing his own stunts. Armour of God: IV Ultimatum is a martial arts action movie based on a globe-trotting treasure hunter, so there should be plenty of opportunities to unleash the death-defying stunts that made him a global icon.

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Rush Hour launched Chan's career into a different stratosphere of fame, but he was well known before then in Hong Kong from films that didn't quite catch on in the U.S., such as Drunken Master.

Armour of God was one of his first leading roles that caught a spark, ultimately leading him to star alongside funnyman Chris Tucker, but now he's turning back the clock to where it all started as he reprises his portrayal of Asian Hawk for the franchise's fourth film.

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He looks remarkably fit for a man 17 years into his senior citizen discount privileges, and absolutely thrilled to be on a film set again as he's seen grinning ear to ear.

Filming is underway in Kazahkstan with an expected worldwide release in 2027.

Ella Langley has had a wildly successful year, with three songs in the top five of Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart. She’s even made her way into the Billboard Artist 100 chart, and her rise in fame shows no signs of stopping. Even Shania Twain can’t get enough of her music.

In a recent interview with Rolling Stone, Twain complimented Langley’s style. When asked if the success of the rising country star reminded her of her own, Twain said, “I see her as an authentic songwriter.”

“She sounds original,” Twain said. “That’s already a bonus, right? So we already can hear the difference, and she really does seem very unapologetic. That commands respect. I sense that in her, in her aura, and her persona, and the way she delivers a song. I believe what she’s saying.”

This isn’t the first time Twain has complimented Langley. Ahead of meeting for the first time at the ACM Awards in May, Twain spoke with USA Today about her music.

“[Ella] brings me back to the early country that I grew up with and was singing as a child," Twain said. "I've heard a lot of producers and writers say, 'Well, we don't want to be too country,' or, 'That's too country.' And I'm thinking, 'What is too country?' So Ella Langley to me is really country Western and I've missed that in the genre."

Following the ACM Awards, Langley posted a cover of Twain’s song “You’re Still the One” on TikTok.

“I’ll never get over this song,” Langley captioned the video.

“So flattered ❤️,” Twain commented. “Loved getting to connect at ACMs xx.”

Langley is currently on The Dandelion Tour and recently announced that the tour would be extended until Oct. 31. Langley will visit major markets like Los Angeles, Knoxville, and Salt Lake City. Find out more here.

Häagen-Dazs expanded its freezer aisle offerings with the launch of Dulce Tiramisu, a new flavor blending espresso-soaked cake pieces, mascarpone ice cream, and ribbons of dulce de leche.

Fans of the ice cream brand broke the news on Instagram, prompting a wave of commentary from sweet-tooth enthusiasts online. Within hours of the product photo hitting social feeds, consumers flooded the comment sections to debate the combination and plan their grocery runs.

“I wish I had someone to break up with so I had an excuse to eat the whole thing in one sitting,” one Instagram user wrote under the post. Other fans skipped the emotional dramatics and went straight to procurement logistics. “I need 3 pints stat,” another user commented.

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A third commenter took a direct recipe approach: “Milkshake time!” The reaction highlights a pattern for limited and permanent additions to major grocery store lines. Specialty ice cream releases often generate immediate buzz on platforms like Instagram and TikTok, where visual presentation drives foot traffic to retail locations.

Dulce de leche and tiramisu both carry heavy footprint histories in the dessert market. Traditional tiramisu relies on ladyfingers, cocoa, mascarpone, and strong espresso, originating in Italy during the late 20th century. Dulce de leche, a confection prepared by slowly heating sweetened milk, holds deep roots across Latin America. Combining the two brings two distinct regional dessert profiles into a single pre-packaged pint.

The premium ice cream category has seen consistent iteration from major manufacturers over the past several years as brands cycle through seasonal variations, cultural crossovers. Popular flavors combine texture-heavy additions by incorporating cake chunks, swirl bases, and brittle pieces to capture consumer interest in an increasingly crowded retail space.

Häagen-Dazs, founded in Brooklyn in 1960 by Reuben and Rose Mattus, built its reputation on low overrun, meaning less air whipped into the product, and a higher butterfat content compared to standard ice cream brands. The company started with three basic flavors: vanilla, chocolate, and coffee. Its offerings now spans dozens of core offerings, dairy-free lines, bars, and limited-run collaborations.

The new Dulce Tiramisu pints are rolling out to major grocery chains, mass merchandisers, and freezer aisles nationwide. Availability varies by location and retailer inventory.

If you keep canned soup in the pantry, it’s time to check your shelves. Amy’s Kitchen has issued a voluntary recall of over 184,000 cans of its soup over a defect that could increase the risk of spoilage. 

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A spokesperson for Amy’s Kitchen told NBC Bay Area that “the defect could cause the product to spoil, and the decision was made out of an abundance of caution to ensure the quality and safety of our products.” The can’s easy-pull tab on the affected products has a manufacturing defect, the representative told the outlet. 

A total of 15,350 cases of Amy’s Organic Lentil Soup - Light in Sodium were affected by the issue, coming in at over 184,000 cans of soup. The company sells its canned soups nationwide, including at popular chains like Walmart, Kroger, and Albertsons. 

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The affected soups were sold in 27 states and Canada, and have lot number 60D0924 and a best-by date of April 2027. They were distributed in the following states:

Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Maine, Missouri, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin.

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According to the Food and Drug Administration’s enforcement report of the recall, it was categorized as a Class II recall on July 14. The government agency defines a Class II recall as “a situation in which use of or exposure to a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote.” 

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Nearly five months after Nancy Guthrie disappeared from her Tucson, Arizona, home, the public is finally getting its first chance to hear the full contents of the first ransom note that was sent in connection to the case.

The note, which was sent to a variety of news organizations shortly after Guthrie's disappearance, was recently read during an episode of the Crime Junkie podcast by journalist Briana Whitney.

"Hello, Savannah," the note began. "We have your mother, Nancy. She is safe but scared. She will be held for ransom and once payment is received, she will be released unharmed. We will be holding her for a maximum of seven days."

Whitney goes on to say that the money demands came next, confirming that the amount requested was specifically written in "USD." Whitney believes this is a key part of the note as it implies that the note wasn't sent from someone in the United States.

"Once payment in received to the Bitcoin address below," the note continued, "she will be released, within 12 hours of deposit, to a safe drop off location back in Tucson. If the payment is not received, by the last deadline on Monday the 9th at 5 p.m., she will be killed. Your mother is aware of this and her life is in your hands. It is in the best interest of everyone to have this completed as soon as possible. You will not be able to contact me from here on out. There will be no negotiation. Do not play games. Law enforcement will not be able to help you."

There have been conflicting reports about the legitimacy of this ransom note. On June 30, Reuters reported that an FBI official confirmed that the ransom notes weren't legitimate. However, TMZ's Harvey Levin refuted that claim, saying that he spoke to his contacts in the FBI and they said "it is more likely than not that the two ransom notes are real."

The FBI then released its own statement, saying that some of the ransom notes were extortion attempts and others were still under investigation.

Guthrie, 84, has been missing since Feb. 1. Investigators believe that she was abducted from her home in the middle of the night. Despite releasing footage obtained from a Google Nest camera at Guthrie's front door, a suspect has yet to be identified.

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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Figuring out what type of parent you want to be is hard, especially in today's Information Age. With endless books and online resources telling us how to take care of our kids, how is a parent supposed to figure out what actually works best for their family?

Plus, every child is different. You can't really know what kind of parenting advice you'll need until you have a child and various situations arise. That said, there are some pieces of advice that any parent or caregiver can benefit from. In fact, Parade recently consulted three psychologists to find out some of the most "underrated" positive parenting habits.

We spoke with Dr. Rachel Rengifo, a licensed clinical psychologist working in private practice in New Jersey; Dr. Sarah Lebovitz Suria, a licensed psychologist and children's admissions strategist in Pennsylvania; and Dr. Becky Fenton, PsyD, a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in child psychology in New York.

Interestingly, all three psychologists agree on the most underrated parenting habit—and fortunately, this habit is something that is not only easy to incorporate into your family's routine, but it's also enjoyable! Keep reading to learn more.

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This Is the Most 'Underrated' Positive Parenting Habit, According to 3 Psychologists

Dr. Rengifo, Dr. Suria and Dr. Fenton all agree on the most underrated positive parenting habit: laughing and having fun with your kids.

"Laughing with your children may be one of the most underrated parenting habits because it often gets treated as a bonus rather than an essential part of healthy development," Dr. Suria explains to Parade.

"Parents spend so much time thinking about routines, discipline, homework and behavior that they can unintentionally overlook the value of simply enjoying one another," she continues. "Shared laughter is one of the clearest expressions of emotional safety and connection. When children laugh with a parent, they experience moments where they aren't being corrected, coached or evaluated."

Laughter and joy have so many benefits for the entire family

According to Dr. Rengifo, "Research consistently shows that one of the most powerful factors in a child’s well-being is a warm, connected relationship with their parents."

Plus, laughter can have a positive effect on our nervous system and mental health, per Dr. Fenton.

"Families that laugh together stay together. When we laugh and have fun, we want to be in the presence of each other," she tells Parade. "Beyond that, when we laugh, the body produces endorphins that help with stress reduction and improve mood."

Not only that, but a child's memories of laughing and playing with their parents can carry over into adulthood.

"Those moments strengthen the relationship children draw on when life becomes harder," shares Dr. Suria. "Joy isn't a break from the work of parenting. It's part of the work, because children who feel genuinely enjoyed by their parents often develop the confidence to explore, take healthy risks, and return to that relationship as a secure base."

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How To Laugh and Have More Fun With Your Kids

Taking time every day to laugh and have fun with your kids is something worth prioritizing—and it can start by simply spending more time with your kids at home.

"When you hear your kids laughing, stop what you are doing and go see what is making them laugh. Ask what is so funny," Dr. Rengifo advises. "Be curious. Let yourself be silly. The dishes, emails and to-do lists will still be there. Childhood, however, moves quickly. Sometimes the most important parenting happens not when we are teaching, correcting or organizing, but when we are simply enjoying our children and allowing them to enjoy us in return."

And to add more laughter into your family's life, there's no need to spend a lot of money.

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"Connection does not require elaborate activities or expensive outings. It is often built through small, everyday moments of shared joy," the psychologist tells Parade, suggesting simple activities like playing card games and dancing around the house—anything that will get them "laughing until their stomachs hurt."

"These seemingly ordinary moments often become the memories that last," she adds.

Alternatively, if you can afford to invest some time and money into filling your kids' lives with more laughter, Dr. Fenton recommends taking your family to an escape room. She's found that activities like this can help with "strengthening executive function skills, improving communication and problem-solving."

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4 More 'Underrated' Positive Parenting Habits, According to Psychologists1. Owning your own mistakes out loud

"When parents acknowledge mistakes, apologize sincerely and work to do better, children learn accountability, humility and trust from parental behavior," explains Dr. Rengifo. "It’s also OK to admit when you don’t have all the answers. Children benefit from seeing that adults are still learning too."

For instance, she recommends apologizing after an argument by saying "I overreacted, and I’m sorry," as it can strengthen your connection much more than simply ignoring what happened.

Or, when you don't know the answer to something, tell your child, "I’m not sure of the best way to handle this, but let’s figure it out together." This models skills like curiosity, resilience and problem-solving.

Similarly, Dr. Suria recommends parents use a phrase like "I got that wrong. Let me try again," after making a mistake. This teaches kids that "mistakes are information, not evidence that something is wrong with them."

"Children benefit from seeing adults recover from mistakes, not just expect children to recover from theirs," she adds. "Over time, they learn that mistakes can be acknowledged, repaired and learned from, rather than hidden or feared."

2. Letting boredom sit unresolved

When kids are bored, parents are often tempted to fill the silence with an activity or chore. However, according to Dr. Suria, "unstructured time is often where children begin
building creativity, initiative and independent problem-solving."

She continues: "When children learn to move through boredom instead of being rescued from it, they discover they're capable of creating, exploring and figuring out what comes next on their own."

3. Staying calm in stressful situations

According to Dr. Fenton, acting calm during a stressful moment has two important benefits. Firstly, it helps diffuse the situation. Secondly, it models to your child the benefits of staying cool under pressure.

"In dialectical behavior therapy treatment, we call this opposite action," she explains. "This is acting opposite to the emotion. So instead of getting more stressed out under stress, you approach the situation in a calm, matter-of-fact way. This helps calm your nervous system, helps you cope effectively and utilizes problem-solving skills."

4. Letting your kids struggle

"When parents immediately step in to fix problems or prevent discomfort, children can miss opportunities to develop problem-solving skills and trust in their own abilities," explains Dr. Rengifo.

In some cases, it's best to just sit back and let kids figure problems out for themselves. This might look like letting your toddler struggle a bit to reach a toy, or encouraging your child to speak with their coach about a problem on the soccer field rather than doing it for them.

"These small moments teach an important lesson: 'I can do hard things,'" she adds. "Over time, that lesson becomes the foundation of resilience, confidence and independence."

Related: 25 Scavenger Hunt Ideas for Kids To Kick Boredom to the Curb This Summer

Final Takeaways

Laughing with your kids is one of the most underrated positive parenting habits.

• Laughing and having fun with your kids is worth prioritizing. Sometimes, you should leave the dirty dishes in the sink in favor of a family dance party.
• You don't need to spend a lot of money to have fun with your kids. Just playing and being silly at home is enough.
• Children learn from their parents' behavior. When your kids see you taking accountability after doing something wrong, it teaches them that making mistakes is OK.

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Sources:

• Dr. Rachel Rengifo is a licensed clinical psychologist.
• Dr. Sarah Lebovitz Suria is a licensed psychologist.
• Dr. Becky Fenton, PsyD, is a licensed clinical psychologist.

Just like ketchup and mustard. Two of the most iconic family companies have made it official.

A match made in foodie heaven, theWalt Disney Company and Kraft Heinz Company have unveiled a multi-year strategic alliance. From Main Street, U.S.A. toStar Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, the partnership will span all of Disney’s North American parks and resorts, Disney Cruise Line, studios and streaming platforms.

Related: Disneyland Shares Its Fall Lineup

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“The enterprise-wide alliance spans foodservice, media, events and more—creating a platform for innovation and storytelling that reaches families wherever they engage with Disney and Kraft Heinz brands both in parks and cruises, and at home," a press release shared.

Ten Kraft Heinz portfolio brands are part of the partnership and include Philadelphia, Kraft Mac & Cheese and HEINZ. “The collaboration enables Kraft Heinz and Disney to deliver new menu offerings, distinctive dining experiences and storytelling-driven offerings inspired by Disney’s unmatched portfolio of beloved stories and franchises," the release shared. 

Kraft Heinz products, including new menu items created in partnership with Disney's culinary team, will be rolled out at hundreds of dining locations across Disneyland Resort,Walt Disney World and aboard Disney Cruise Line. This also includes the debut of new HEINZ condiment stations and custom equipment throughout the parks. Additionally, guests attending D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event will have the chance to try new products from the Sauce Vault. The partnership also includes media, including possible integration into Disney film and television and digital content.

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“Kraft Heinz and Disney are two companies that are woven into the fabric of family life,” shared Nicolas Amaya, President of North America at Kraft Heinz Company. “For generations, families have grown up with our brands side by side—watching Disney favorites with a bowl of Kraft Mac & Cheese or reaching for HEINZ at the table. This alliance is about showing up together in the moments that matter most—whether at the parks or at home—to deliver elevated experiences and storytelling that turn everyday meals into memories that last a lifetime.”

The partnership officially launches this summer with additional experiences and activations expected to debut throughout the year.

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