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Livvy Dunne recently dropped jaws while rocking a tiny crochet bikini in a photoshoot for the cover of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit ahead of starring in the Baywatch reboot series.

On March 24, the gymnast, 23, took to Instagram with a sultry snap of herself in a joint post with Sports Illustrated. The magazine announced Dunne as one of nine cover models the same day.

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In the image, Dunne posed on a picturesque beach in Baja California Sur, Mexico. She sported a white, crocheted two-piece suit that showed off ample cleavage and a toned tummy. Her long, blond hair was styled in beachy waves as the wind blew pieces in the front, and waves crashed behind her.

Folks flooded Dunne with praise for her stunning bikini photo in the comments. Fellow former gymnast Jordan Bowers declared in the comments, "Obsessed😍."

Another Instagram user wrote, "Feels like Livvy just owns Beach."

Someone else pointed out, "I told you 2026 @livvydunne 's Year Congrats Livvy 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏."

A different fan exclaimed, "Stunning!!! 🙌🔥🔥❤️❤️."

Meanwhile, yet another follower echoed, "I can't wait to see Baywatch."

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Just two days before, on March 22, Dunne posted a photo of herself via Instagram in the iconic red one-piece swimsuit that she will wear for the Baywatch reboot.

"I only run in slow motion now," she quipped, to which one of her upcoming co-stars, Brooks Nader, 29, replied, "Save me mama ❤️."

The news of Dunne's casting in Baywatch came on March 13. "I’m not a lifeguard, but I play one on TV 🛟," she announced on Instagram. As Deadline reported, she will play a recurring character named Grace, a "highly enthusiastic junior lifeguard."

Premiering on Fox during the 2026–27 TV season, the Baywatch reboot will follow Hobie Buchannon (Stephen Amell) as the Baywatch captain "following in the footsteps of his legendary father, Mitch, originally played by David Hasselhoff, per Deadline. However, Hobie's "world is turned upside down when daughter Charlie (Belkin) shows up on his doorstep eager to carry on the Buchannon family legacy."

The cast also includes: Noah Beck, Shay Mitchell,  Hassie Harrison, Thaddeus LaGrone, and David Chokachi, who will reprise his role as Cody Madison.

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On March 26, Keke Palmer took to her Instagram to do something that many people do yearly: wish her father, Larry Palmer, a happy birthday. Only this year, the shoutout had a melancholy twinge, due to the sad news that her uncle -- her dad's twin -- died earlier this week.

"I don’t usually share stuff like this but I’m sad for my dad and I just want him to have a great birthday," Palmer captioned the photos of her dad and uncle as kids. "Maybe you guys can help me wish him the happiest year although bittersweet because of our loss. My dad is one of nine boys and it’s just down to three of them, time flies don’t it? We must love one another while we have one another."

"HAPPY BIRTHDAY DAD," she continued. "I LOVE YOU SO MUCH!"

"Rest in Paradise Uncle Lamont," the Nope star added. "We will miss you more than you know."

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More than 87,000 liked the post, while 2,500 wished Larry a happy birthday and offered condolences on the loss of her uncle.

"Happy birthday to your Dad," Jessica Alba wrote. "Sending prayers to you and your family Keke 🙏🏽 so sorry for your loss."

Happy birthday Dad," wrote longtime friend, Angela Simmons. "Sending lots of love and my condolences."

In the past, Palmer has spoken often about her close family, even revealing in 2024 that her older sister, Loreal, and her three kids had moved in with her. Her parents, Sharon and Larry, who moved to California when she was a kid so she could focus on her career, live only ten minutes away. And, while this year's birthday message to her dad has a more somber tone, her typical birthday and Father's Day posts are full of praise and adoration.

"You’re so funny and you’re so kind," she wrote in a 2021 Father's Day post. "You are a very strong person and I admire you for always being able to do the right thing. Responsibility and sacrifice come easy to you and you do it all through a smile and quick witted humor. You’re just cool, the epitome of everything I’d like to be."

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If your spring schedule is already packed, you’re not alone—and that’s exactly why Glamnetic's new drop is getting so much attention right now.

The viral brand—known for its stunning press-on nail collections—just launched its fresh lineup for the season, and beauty lovers are already calling it the easiest way to get a salon-quality manicure in just 10 minutes—no appointment required.

Designed with both style and convenience in mind, the new Spring Edit features on-trend, intricate designs that look like you spent hours getting your nails done, but can actually be applied at home in minutes. It’s the kind of low-effort, high-impact beauty upgrade that’s quickly turning into a go-to for anyone who wants polished nails that stand out without slowing down their day.

Inclusive of 12 different styles for any type of wearer, there's something for everyone in Glamnetic's 2026 Spring Edit—and if the social media reaction is anything to go by, it's already selling fast.

Glamnetic's Spring Edit 2026: Inside the Collection

Glamnetic's latest press-on nail collection delivers a variety of vibes to choose from—whether you're a fun, whimsical girly, in your soft era, or looking for something a little more wild and adventurous.

Purple Pixie: pearly lilac

Pink Tutu: pearly ballet pink with pink skinny french tip

Silver Siren: magnetic-effect pearly shimmer

Cute as Cherry Pie: reverse manicure—5 pink with maroon polka dots, 5 maroon with pink polka dots

Mauve on Up: pearl pink with ultra-gloss

Sanded: nude pearl with 3D gold seashells

Barely Spotted: pink pearl with white polka dots

Butterfly Effect: magnetic effect pearl with black designs, reminiscent of Monarch wings, and rhinestones

Starbeam: magnetic effect mauve with gold shimmer glitter

Class Act: nude with french tip

Rosy Siren: magenta with silver flower magnetic effect designs and rhinestones

Sugar Glazed: sheer pearl glossy with polka dots

View this post on Instagram Why It's Trending—and What Shoppers Are Saying

At a time when people are busier than ever, and it's difficult to make time to sit in a nail salon, it has become increasingly important to have options for home use that don't skimp on quality—the standout designs are only a plus.

Across social media, fans are already raving over the new collection. "Ok this drop is spectacular ❤️ I can't get my order delivery fast enough ❤️," one wrote in the comments section of an Instagram post, confirming they moved swiftly by ordering the day of the release.

"OMGG SO READY FOR THIS 😍," another exclaimed, while a third said, "I am obsessed with starbeam 🔥."

Meanwhile, many commenters couldn't choose a favorite, with a few more adding sentiments like, "Too pretty I need them all 😍💗💅," "need all of them 😍," "😍😍😍so beautiful," and "Soooo pretty! I can’t pick just one!" in part.

How to Make Your Press-On Nails Last Longer

Long gone are the days of press-on nails popping off after minimal wear. According to the brand and press-on aficionados online, there's a specific method to achieve a salon-quality finish that'll leave people asking, "Where'd you get your manicure done?!"

1. Size the Nails: Test each press-on to find the correct size for each finger and set them aside (the correct size will have no gaps and no overlap).
2. Prep the Nails: Gently push back cuticles, buff nail surface, and clean with an alcohol pad to cleanse and dehydrate.
3. Add Adhesive: Apply a thin layer of glue to both the natural nail and the press-on nail.
4. Place the Nail: Press artificial nail onto natural nail for at least 30 seconds to ensure strong hold. Align with cuticle and apply at a downward angle for best results.
5. Moisturize: Lightly apply cuticle oil to moisturize.
6. *Pro Tip*: Don't wet nails for at least three hours following application for the longest possible wear!

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Chrissie Hynde is a musical icon of the '80s, and she's still going strong.

The legend, who rose to fame with the Pretenders thanks to songs like "Back on the Chain Gang," "Don't Get Me Wrong," and "My Baby," continued her success with the band into the '90s with the groundbreaking ballad "I'll Stand by You." Flash forward to 2026, and Hynde is still thriving. The music master hit the red carpet this week alongside David Chase, creator of The Sopranos, to celebrate the launch of HBO Max at a special screening of The Sopranos in partnership with Empire at The Barbican in London. Now that's a dynamic duo! As any fan of the legendary HBO series knows, the music of the Pretenders was occasionally used throughout the series. Do yourself a favor and go watch the season 2 episode "House Arrest."

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What Does Hynde Say About Appearing on Friends?

While it may not be The Sopranos, Hynde pulled a plot twist in 1995 when she guest-starred on Friends as Stephanie Schiffer. The legend performed "Angel of the Morning," as well as Phoebe Buffay's iconic tune "Smelly Cat." When asked about receiving the offer to appear alongside Lisa Kudrow as Phoebe, Hynde told The Guardian she wasn't even familiar with the beloved comedy series.

"I’d never heard of it, but Warners were putting out an album to accompany this new show and asked me for a song, Angel of the Morning. Then Friends asked me if I could sit in the background in a coffee shop playing it. I got to go to LA for a week and see my friend, but I didn’t know they’d written a whole part for me," Hynde recalled. "Then Friends was on the cover of every American magazine. I thought: 'Oh f---, this is gonna be big.' The cast and everybody were really nice, but I always regretted it because until then, I could take my kids to school and nobody knew who I was. Afterwards, all the kids were saying: “Your mom’s on Friends!”

For a quick reminder, here's Hynde playing "Smelly Cat" on Friends:

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There's just nothing quite like a beloved stuffed animal. Be honest—you definitely still remember yours. Mine was C.B. (short for Cuddles Bunny, which was a very committed name for a Thumper plush), and to this day, I could pick it out of a lineup. The memories of those soft, slightly worn companions stick with you—they're comforting in a way that makes them almost your unofficial therapist.

And while nothing will ever replace those childhood icons, there's a new generation of plushies stepping up to carry the torch. Enter Jellycat, the brand that has somehow managed to make stuffed animals feel both timeless and totally fresh. Its designs are irresistibly quirky, and the textures are next-level soft. Plus, it's even won over a royal fan base. Princess Charlotte and Princess Lilibet have both been spotted with them, which honestly tracks.

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The Jellycat Space collection just launched in the U.S. in March after the concept was a huge success in Seoul, Korea (they actually got a whole intergalactic experience, not just stuffies). It includes many Jellycat favorites given special treatment with astronaut gear or new colorways that feel very space-y. But since Easter is coming up, there's one standout from the Jellycat Space collection you need to know about: Zodihop Luxe Bunny.

Zodihop Luxe Bunny, $50 at Jellycat

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It's the same bunny you know from Jellycat, only in an out-of-this-world colorway. And apparently, after visiting outer space, Zodihop has seen some things.

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According to the Jellycat website, "explorer and rocketeer Zodihop Luxe Bunny left London 12 months ago. Neighbors hadn't found this odd—her last diary entry had stated she was 'going on a trip,' so they figured she'd be back at some point. In reality, she'd successfully blasted into space—and has spent the last year orbiting the moon with broken thrusters (but plenty of treats)."

If you don't have space (get it) for the large size Zodihop, she also comes in keychain form for $30.

Other plush characters in the Jellycat Space collection include an Amuseables Boiled Egg in a scientist outfit, a Cream Bunny holding a star, and Zyllan Alien, among others. More of a planet person? There's an Amuseable Planet Mars that looks kind of angry, but in the cutest way.

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Neve Campbell has built one of Hollywood's most enduring careers—from her breakout role as Julia Salinger on Party of Five to becoming the face of theScream franchise as Sidney Prescott. But the 52-year-old Canadian actress considers motherhood her greatest accomplishment. The Lincoln Lawyer star shares two sons with her longtime partner, British-American actor JJ Feild: Caspian, born in August 2012, and Raynor, whom the couple adopted in 2018. The fiercely private actress rarely discusses her personal life, but when she does open up about her boys, it's pretty much the sweetest thing you've ever heard.

"When you have kids, everything else falls away, which is wonderful," Campbell told People in May 2024. "It's something greater than yourself." The actress—who trained at Canada's prestigious National Ballet School from age 9 to 14 before transitioning to acting—has deliberately shielded her sons from the spotlight, allowing them to grow up away from Hollywood's glare.

That said, it should come as zero surprise that both Caspian and Raynor have shown early interest in the performing arts—particularly dance—which mirrors their mom's childhood passion. Campbell has made it clear that she'll only support an acting career if it comes from genuine love for the craft, not familial pressure. As she and Feild navigate parenting two boys while maintaining successful acting careers, their approach centers on presence, honesty and the freedom to discover their own passions.

Here's everything to know about Neve Campbell and JJ Feild's two sons.

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Who Are Neve Campbell’s Children? Caspian Feild

Neve and JJ welcomed their first son Caspian in August 2012, roughly a year after they began dating in 2011. The pregnancy and birth were unconventional from the start; Campbell didn't find out the baby's gender beforehand, even though she instinctively knew she was having a boy.

"When we were pregnant, we didn't find out whether he was a girl or boy—even though I knew he was a boy, I just knew, it was an instinct—so we thought we'll bring five boy names and five girl names to the hospital," Campbell explained on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert in July 2018.

The plan was solid until Campbell went into labor—for eight to nine days. By the time she actually made it to the hospital—exhausted and focused solely on delivery—she and Feild had completely forgotten all ten names they'd so carefully selected.

The couple ultimately chose Caspian, a name Campbell loved for its uniqueness. "We looked through a lot of books and I liked the idea of a unique name," she shared on The Talk. "I like having a unique name—it's [my mom's] maiden name, Neve—and not a lot of people have it. It's nice having something special and different and so I wanted something like that for our son."

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As of March 2026, Caspian is 13 years old and like his parents, has been kept largely out of the public eye.

For years, Campbell successfully shielded Caspian from knowledge of her fame. Given that most of her work falls within the horror and thriller genres—not exactly kid-friendly viewing—her son had no reason to watch her films or become aware of her celebrity status.

That changed when another parent at Caspian's school mentioned it. "I didn't tell him for a very, very long time," Campbell told People in May 2020. "He came home from school and said to me, 'Mommy, are you Neve Campbell?' It was a very strange conversation."

The actress added: "I'm like, 'Okay, let's talk.' I didn't really want it to influence him in any way."

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Raynor Feild

In June 2018, Campbell revealed in a since-deleted Instagram post that she and Feild had adopted a second son, Raynor, five months earlier. The couple deliberately kept the adoption private until everything was legally finalized.

"Sheer joy!!!!….So it's been a secret up until now as JJ and I wanted to wait until it was official but we adopted a beautiful baby boy 5 months ago," Campbell wrote alongside a photo of her family from behind, pushing a stroller. "His name is Raynor and we are madly in love with him."

The announcement also captured Caspian's excitement about becoming a big brother. "Our 6 year old son Caspian is over the moon and asks every morning 'Can I hold my baby? Can I feed my baby? Can I play with my baby?' It's the most incredible thing we've experienced. We're so grateful for this beautiful light."

As of February 2026, Raynor is around 8 years old and she opened up about the family's journey in this 2018 interview with Access Hollywood:

Did Neve Campbell Adopt a Child? 

Campbell has been remarkably thoughtful about how she's approached the topic of adoption with her younger son. Rather than waiting until he was older to reveal the truth (a common approach in previous generations), she made the decision to incorporate his adoption story into his life from day one.

"I read a lot about it. I think back in the day we used to think 'Keep it from them and throw it at them when they're 21 so their entire reality falls apart,' which makes so much sense," Campbell explained on The Kelly Clarkson Show in January 2022.

"Really the guidance that I had was even before they understand the language, talk about their birth mother, talk about their story. Tell them who they are," she continued. Because of this approach, Campbell said "it's no surprise for Raynor in any sense whatsoever."

Who Is the Father of Neve Campbell’s Children? Feild and Campbell are all smiles at the NYC premiere of Skyscraper in 2018.

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Campbell's partner and the father of her children is JJ Feild (full name John Joseph Feild), a British-American actor born in 1978. The couple has been together since 2011 and has maintained a notably private relationship.

Feild is perhaps best known for playing James Montgomery Falsworth in Captain America: The First Avenger (2011). His other credits include roles in Austenland, Northanger Abbey, TURN: Washington's Spies and The Peripheral. Like Campbell, he's managed to maintain a successful acting career while keeping his personal life firmly out of the tabloids. We love to see a family man winning!

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Let’s be honest: Chicken pot pie is one of the ultimate comfort foods to savor for lunch or dinner—especially in cold weather season. It’s hearty, satisfying, and packed with protein and vegetables. It’s also an easy meal to weave into your weekly rotation—one that’s always crowd-pleasing. Whipping up homemade pot pie isn’t very complicated, either. With some creative shortcuts on-hand like prepared pie crust, a rotisserie chicken, and frozen veggies, you can have your own version on the table pretty quickly.

But when you’re on-the-go, the freezer aisle at your local grocery store offers great options to choose from that you can purchase in advance and save in the freezer for whenever you’re ready to bake them. The challenge? Knowing which pot pie brands are must-buys. To help you out on your next trip to the grocery store, I tried 10 different frozen chicken pot pies and ranked them from least favorite to best. I was genuinely surprised at the results—and you may be, too.

If you’re a diehard chicken pot pie fan like I am, you know exactly what to look forward to in a pot pie. Since I work from home, shop at the local farmers market in season and typically prepare my meals from scratch. But, I did find a few options I would absolutely stock up on for a quick prepared meal option. Here’s how the brands stacked up—and my thoughts on each one of them.

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What to Look for When Shopping for Frozen Chicken Pot Pie

You may be wondering what to look for when shopping frozen chicken pot pies, so there are a few things to consider. If you’re avoiding carbs, there are crustless brands available, such as Atkins and Healthy Choice. For traditional chicken pot pie fans, most brands stick to a classic filling, while other brands offer additional veggies like corn and string beans. Be mindful of the serving size and make sure it’s enough for your appetite, as most frozen pot pies are personal sized. (My husband is a big eater, and I’d probably buy two for him for dinner.)

As for flavor, you may just have to do a taste test to narrow things down like I did. But hopefully my review and firsthand feedback will be helpful in your chicken pot pie decision.

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How I Tested These Chicken Pot Pies

Alexa Mellardo

For this blind taste test, I recruited a helper who kept track of which pie was which. My husband and I were the tasters. In total, we tasted 10 chicken pot pies, made notes, and rated them against one another. Overall, we both ranked the pot pies in a similar fashion.

The most challenging part of the taste test was working with different baking temperatures and times. The best part? Digging into each one!

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10 Frozen Chicken Pot Pies, Ranked Worst to Best10. Atkins

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This is another crustless pot pie that’s prepared in Chef Mic. The gravy turned out to be much creamier and more flavorful than I expected once I learned of the brand. This pick falls short of feeling like a classic chicken pot pie. It’s more like a healthy microwavable chicken entree with a creamy sauce and vegetables. The addition of spinach and cauliflower also takes away from the classic pot pie feel.

Price: $5.79

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9. Healthy Choice

Alexa Mellardo

Healthy Choice is a crustless pot pie option that’s prepared in the microwave. It’s served in a hearty tupperware container with the top layer holding the filling and the bottom housing the gravy/sauce, which you mix together after it’s warmed. I loved the little pieces of dough or “crust”—it’s a thoughtful added touch since the pot pie is “crustless.” 

That said, when I’m craving a comforting pot pie, I look forward to a traditional crust. After all, that’s in the fun of it! In addition, the gravy was a bit bland in this pick and the vegetables definitely taste like typical frozen veggies.

Price: $3.49

8. Mrs. Budd’s

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Mrs. Budd’s pot pie filling has a nice creamy consistency without being overly heavy. The bits of chicken are definitely very tender—a lot more-so than some of the other brands. That said, the chicken is very sparse. Overall, the taste is just okay and nothing super memorable.

Price: $4.99

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7. Banquet

Alexa Mellardo

Compared to many of the other pot pies in this lineup, Banquet falls short in several categories. The chunks of chicken are quite small, and the pot pie comes in a very shallow bowl. The vegetables are also few and far between. Overall, this pick exudes “budget-friendly” rather than solid quality—which is further reflected in the price tag.

Price: $1.79

6. Blount’s Family Kitchen

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The first thing we noticed about Blount’s Family Kitchen’s pot pie was the heavy gravy, which tastes exactly like the rich, creamy kind you’d enjoy at a holiday turkey dinner. The filling features larger sized carrots instead of diced, and there is definitely less chicken compared to many of the other brands. The crust takes on a more cracker-y, bread-y crust rather than a nice flakey consistency. In my opinion, this pot pie felt a tad too heavy to enjoy as a personal meal, most likely because of the gravy.

Price: $6.99

5. Willow Tree

Alexa Mellardo

Willow Tree features a flakey, floury, doughy crust. It definitely tastes like a “healthier” chicken pot pie with lighter gravy, green beans, and corn—in addition to the classic pot pie fillings like peas and carrots. While I wasn’t a major fan of the green beans, it’s clear the brand is mindful of its ingredients, noting on the packaging that it uses vegetarian-fed chicken raised without antibiotics. Willow Tree seems to be a solid pick for health-minded individuals who still want to enjoy a tasty chicken pot pie.

Price: $4.99

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4. Boston Market

Alexa Mellardo

Boston Market is one of the top contenders in part because of its beautiful crust. It’s easily the most aesthetically pleasing out of the tested brands. This pot pie is also incredibly flavor-forward. It comes with medium-sized chunks of chicken, a generous amount of gravy, and corn, which introduces solid dimension—something most of the other pot pies didn’t have. When digging in, the crust breaks apart nicely and comes clean off the sides so you can get a piece in every single spoonful.

Price: $4.49

3. Marie Callender’s

Alexa Mellardo

Within the first bite, it’s clear Marie Callender’s knows exactly how to prepare a comforting chicken pot pie. The filling is rich, creamy, and flavorful, while the chicken is incredibly moist and tender. (One of my biggest pot pie pet peeves is when the gravy takes over, but these large chunks of chicken certainly hold their own!) In addition, the crust comes cleanly off the sides of the tin with each scoop. It does, however, break apart almost like a graham cracker rather than being light and flakey.

Price: $4.99

2. Centerville

Alexa Mellardo

The first thing you’ll notice about Centerville’s chicken pot pie is it’s a full-size pie rather than an individual portion. It makes for a perfect dinner-of-two—with room for potential leftovers. 

The crust is flakey on the edges and the pie itself features an ideal gravy-to-filling ratio. Out of all the brands we tested, Centerville had my personal favorite crust, featuring a hint of sweetness. Centerville uses a quality mixture of both light and dark meat chicken, shredded into smaller pieces. 

The only caveat? My husband and I wished the carrots were cubed or diced—they were a bit overpowering in the flavor. 

Overall, Centerville’s chicken pot pie tasted super close to homemade. (Choosing between our top two picks was a very close call!)

Price: $13.97

1. Blake’s

Alexa Mellardo

Blake’s has a pie crust that’s flakey on the outside—without being overly crispy—and doughy on the inside. It’s also lighter on the gravy compared to other brands which were quite heavy. While Blake’s is not as flavor-forward as some contenders, it makes for an all-around solid chicken pot pie. 

We both appreciated that this brand boasts a made-from-scratch gravy and is prepared without artificial coloring, artificial flavors, and preservatives.

Price: $4.39

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The job market has turned into the Wild West, and it can seem like even perfection can fall short of meeting "the bar." An etiquette expert wholeheartedly agrees.

"Applying for jobs is kind of the worst," explains Genevieve (Jenny) Dreizen, the COO and co-founder of Fresh Starts Registry and a modern-day etiquette and boundaries expert. "It can begin to feel like a constant worthiness test with about 100 balls in the air at any given moment."

You know the drill: Sending out many applications, drafting colorful cover letters and trying to figure out which of your qualifications meet which position at certain companies. It's a lot. Mistakes are natural.

"It's not a huge surprise that sometimes you put in the wrong HR person's name, it's not great—but it also isn't a surprise," Dreizen explains.

Still, the "not great" part is worth avoiding. In a competitive market, these blunders can be disqualifying.

"When we're applying for jobs, we're being asked to put our best foot forward, often when we are not feeling like our best foot is even identifiable," she states. "We want to seem on point, detail-oriented—because can you think of any job that doesn't want you to be detail-oriented?—and professional."

In short, job applications serve as a company's first (and therefore only) impression of you. She shares that it's vital to be mindful of these nine common mistakes job seekers make without realizing it, so hopefully you don't do the same.

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9 Mistakes Job Seekers Make Without Realizing It

An etiquette expert tells Parade it's important to try to avoid the following common blunders.

1. Applying without tailoring your resume

Dreizen understands you're busy, and applying to multiple roles takes up more time.

"It feels efficient to send the same version everywhere, and technically, your experience does fit," she concedes.

Yet, she says hiring managers scan.

"They're looking for alignment," she reveals. "If your resume doesn’t clearly mirror the language and priorities of that specific job description, you get filtered out before anyone sees your nuance."

2. You're *too* humble

"Hey, ladies, I am talking to you and anyone raised to be 'humble'—it can feel uncomfortable to claim impact," Dreizen states.

She stresses that the hiring process is not the time for "quiet humility."

"If you don’t articulate your value clearly, someone else will," she says. "Understating your strengths creates confusion about what you actually bring to the table."

Related: 6 Things to Never, Ever Say in a Job Interview, According to a Recruiter

3. Talking about responsibilities instead of results

Rattling off your duties on a resume and in a cover letter is natural: “Managed social media,” “Handled client communication,” “Oversaw projects," etc.

"You’re trying to accurately describe what you did, but what hiring managers are looking for is how you positively impacted your organization and clients," Dreizen states.

The etiquette expert says the problem is that responsibilities are just what you "can" handle. Results tell the story.

"What employers really want to know is: What changed because you were there? Did revenue grow? Did efficiency improve? Did morale shift?" she reveals.

4. Not preparing responses for the interview

Dreizen reports that job seekers often make the mistake of assuming that they'll just talk naturally in an interview. Yet, you'll want to come prepared to show your best.

"Prepare stories about failure, leadership, conflict and growth for the interview," she advises. "Consider the story arc as well, so it presents you in the best light."

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5. Not preparing questions for the interview

Dreizen says job seekers may prepare for the interviewer's questions but forget to prepare some of their own.

"Sometimes, we don't want to seem difficult," she states. "Having questions prepared does two things: One, interviews are a two-way street. As much as we all need a job and money to survive, we also want to make sure that the place we work is a good fit for us, too."

Dreizen adds that asking questions also shows that you are "curious, contentious and aware, all good things to display in an interview."

6. Accepting the first offer without negotiation

Dreizen says landing a job can bring on all the feelings, like relief and gratitude. You may not want to "rock the boat" by asking for more money. Yet, she reports that initial offers often leave wiggle room.

"Salary compounds over time," she explains. "Not negotiating even slightly can cost tens of thousands over the span of a career and signals you may undervalue yourself. You are worthy of your worth. Ask for it."

7. Ignoring your online presence

A resume can feel like an official document, but Dreizen reports that recruiters will usually Google you. Your online presence isn't an afterthought.

"If your LinkedIn is outdated or inconsistent with your resume, it creates doubt," she says. "Silence online can look like stagnation—even when it isn’t."

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8. Over-explaining gaps

Transparency and a desire to avoid assumptions are natural parts of the job application process. Yet Dreizen warns that some people will pull out all the stops to defend every career pause, and that can backfire.

"Long explanations signal insecurity and anxiety," she shares. "A calm, simple framing, like 'I took time to care for family and am excited to return to my work,' is strong. When you over-explain, you end up making the gap feel like a liability rather than a life chapter."

9. Not pausing before answering questions

Dreizen says interviewers are often trying to understand something about you when they ask something, so peppering them with things like hard numbers may actually miss the mark (even if those numbers are stellar).

"We want each of our answers to be jam-packed with data about us, show how we problem solve, how we communicate under pressure and how we work on a team," she explains. "Don't feel weird giving a beat to really consider how to make your response carry a real punch."

Related: 8 Signs Your Coworker Is a Narcissist, According to Psychologists

How To Make More Effective Decisions 

The job market and an employer's decisions are not entirely in your control. But it's possible to make effective decisions, especially on how to handle mistakes you made during the job hunt.

"If it's something you can fix or adjust, write a warm email to the hiring manager and let them know," Dreizen notes. "If it's more of an issue or screwing up someone's name, answering a question in a way that makes you groan on further reflection, or worse, consider what happened."

She advises job seekers to be kind to themselves after errors.

"We mess up, we are human, no one is ever going to get it right all the time," she explains.

Plus, you can't make effective decisions in the future if you get hung up on the past, so a growth mindset helps.

Related: 10 Best Phrases To Begin an Email, Plus the #1 Way You Don't Want To Start Your Message

3 Final Takeaways1. Mistakes during the job hunt are natural...

Job hunting isn't easy these days, and it can lead you to use a form resume, stumble through an interview or forget to bring questions.

"Applying for jobs is simultaneously stressful, chaotic and slow—it's a mess," Dreizen admits. "Our job dictates our finances, lifestyle and more, and that can feel like a lot of pressure, so of course when we're in high-pressure situations we are bound to mess up." 

2. ... But worth avoiding

Yet, because the stakes are so high and the market is so flooded, it's worth doing what you can to avoid unforced errors during the job application process.

"Try slowing down, taking a breath, grounding yourself before writing that email—and double-check the name!—or answering that question," Dreizen advises.

Related: 11 Best Phrases To Close an Email, Plus the #1 Way You *Don’t* Want To End Your Message

3. Be nice to yourself

Dreizen knows that applying for positions can feel demoralizing, even if you aren't making mistakes. She advises against beating yourself up if you experience a misstep. Learning from it provides an opportunity for growth that you can take on your next adventure.

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• Genevieve (Jenny) Dreizen is the COO and co-founder of Fresh Starts Registry and a modern-day etiquette and boundaries expert.

The film awards season might be over, but there's no off-season for the red carpet. Stars turned up the style as they stepped out on March 26 for the 13th annual iHeartRadio Music Awards.

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The event, hosted by Ludacris at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, celebrates the most-played artists and songs on iHeartRadio stations and the iHeartRadio app. Taylor Swift, who leads the 2026 nominations with nine nods, made her first awards show appearance of the year at the iHeartRadio Music Awards, showing off her engagement ring as she posed for photos.

Related: ‘Mastermind’ Indeed! Taylor Swift’s Net Worth in 2026 and How She Achieved Billionaire Status

Alysa Liu, NicoleScherzinger, Tori Spelling, Miley Cyrus, Trista Sutter, JennyMcCarthyWahlberg, Shaboozey, TeddiMellencamp and Jason Derulo were among the many stars who hit the red carpet.

Related: How to Tune In to the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards—Even Without Cable (Yes, Taylor Swift Will Be There)

John Mellencamp will be honored at the star-studded show with the 2026 iHeartRadio Icon Award, while Miley Cyrus will receive the 2026 iHeartRadio Innovator Award, Ludacris the 2026 iHeartRadio Landmark Award and Alex Warren the 2026 iHeartRadio Breakthrough Artist of the Year Award.

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In addition to award presentations, the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards will feature performances by John Mellencamp, Kehlani, Alex Warren, Lainey Wilson, Ludacris, RAYE, and TLC, Salt-N-Pepa and En Vogue.

Related: 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards Live Updates

But, before they all hit the stage, they worked the red carpet. See the stars who struck a stylish chord on the iHeartRadio Music Awards red carpet below:

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The 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards air live on FOX starting at 8 p.m. ET.

Forty years ago, on March 26, 1986, Madonna released one of her most emotional and introspective songs, signaling a significant shift in her career from upbeat dance-pop hits to more mature, ballad-driven work. Originally written for the film At Close Range, starring Sean Penn, the song’s release showcased Madonna’s more serious artistry, for which she is still regarded today.

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In March 1986, Madonna released "Live to Tell" from her album True Blue. Madonna’s first major ballad, the song is seen as an elevated departure for the pop icon as she shifted away from upbeat, dance-driven hits to more versatile work as an artist. Many music critics cite the release of "Live to Tell" as a turning point in Madonna’s career that proved she was more than just a pop hitmaker.

On a post celebrating the milestone shared by the singer’s longtime manager Guy Oseary, fans expressed their thoughts on the importance of "Live to Tell" in Madonna’s career. One fan wrote, “One of the best songs in the world.” Another added, “Live to Tell is simply one of the most beautiful romantic ballads ever. It carries such deep emotion that it goes straight to the heart, the kind of song that stays with you forever.”

“An absolutely haunting timeless classic!” shared one more.

Related: Singer Who Made His Debut in Madonna's Iconic 1984 Music Video Dies at 64

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In addition to critical acclaim, "Live to Tell" earned a Grammy nomination for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance and continues to be one of her most respected vocal performances, regularly included in “best of” retrospectives and roundups of Madonna’s greatest songs.

While Madonna was quick to establish herself as a cultural phenomenon and pop hitmaker, "Live to Tell" earned her the critical respect that helped catapult her out of pop star status and into that of a global icon. The song’s themes of trust, betrayal, and emotional survival continue to resonate with listeners decades later. To date, the album version of "Live to Tell" has been streamed on Spotify more than 90 million times, a testament to the song’s restrained production, which showcased Madonna’s vocals and made it a lasting, emotionally rich hit indicative of what was to come from the Material Girl.

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Taylor Lautner and Tay Lautner are going to be parents!

The couple announced they are expecting their first child together in an Instagram post on Thursday, March 26.

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"What’s better than two Taylor Lautners?🤍" the caption read.

Taylor and Tay got married in 2022 after publicly announcing their relationship in 2018. The two met through Taylor's sisterMakena Moore who introduced the two.

Taylor recalled meeting Tay while on a hiatus from acting to People in 2022, "I wanted to take a step back and enjoy life and spend some time with my family and friends. And I met my fiancée out of it, so it all worked out," he explained.

The couple had previously opened up about the possibility of starting a family, with Tay telling UsWeekly in 2024, “Sometimes we get a little nervous. How do we raise kids [who] are going to be able to speak up for themselves or feel like they can talk to us about this? It scares me."

She continued at the time, "Definitely [at] some time at some point, there will be [kids]. He’s [Taylor] a gem. He’s my golden retriever — that’s what I call him. He’s just joy on Earth."

The couple currently co-host a mental health forward podcast together called The Squeeze which launched in 2023.

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There are only a few actresses who defined 2000s romance and period drama quite like she did.

Beloved actress Keira Knightley turned 41 on Thursday. Whether portraying Elizabeth Bennet in Pride & Prejudice or appearing in the ensemble favorite Love Actually and Pirates of the Caribbean, Knightley’s work during her career earned her widespread acclaim, multiple award wins and a lasting influence on romantic cinema.

The English actress hired an agent when she was just six years old and started her career acting in commercials and small TV roles. Her first onscreen appearance was in an episode of Screen One, then she played Natasha Jordan, a young girl whose mother is involved in an extramarital affair, in the romantic drama A Village Affair. After appearing in many TV shows and movies throughout the 1990s, she landed the role of Sabé, Padmé Amidala's handmaiden and decoy, in Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace, where her dialogue was dubbed by Natalie Portman. Her first major film role came in the 2001 television film Princess of Thieves by Disney, where Knightley played the daughter of Robin Hood.

Keira Knightley attends the premiere of "The Woman In Cabin 10" at BAFTA Piccadilly on September 25, 2025 in London, England.

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Knightley got her big break in 2003 when she was cast as Elizabeth Swann in the Pirates of the Caribbean trilogy, and that same year, she starred in the rom-com Love Actually, where she played Juliet, a woman whose fiancé's best man is secretly in love with her.

In 2005, she starred in three movies, with her most successful role being Elizabeth Bennet in the adaptation of Jane Austen's novel Pride and Prejudice. Her role garnered the actress a Golden Globe and Academy Award nominations. In addition, thanks to her work on the Pirates of the Caribbean movies, she won seven Teen Choice Awards from 2006 to 2008.

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After filming four movies for the Pirates of the Caribbean series, Knightley pivoted her focus towards independent movies and period dramas, starring in The Edge of Love and The Duchess in 2008. She also made her West End debut with Martin Crimp's version of the comedy The Misanthrope, and was nominated for the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role and an Evening Standard Award.

In a 2014 interview with The Guardian, she stated that she was at the part of her career where she wished to depart from "neurotic" roles. She started that year starring alongside Chris Pine in the spy thriller Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit, and also appeared in the historical drama The Imitation Game, which gave her a second Academy Award and third Golden Globe nomination.

Keira Knightley arrives at The Orange British Academy Film Awards 2008, at the Royal Opera House on February 10, 2008 in London, England.

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Though Knightley's career really took off in the early 2000s after her role in Pirates, she does not want to return to that way of life again. Almost two years ago, the actress told The Timesshe would not sign on for another multiple-film franchise, due to her two young daughters, Edie and Delilah, whom she shares with her musician husband James Righton. The family currently resides in London.

More recently, she starred in Netflix's Black Doves, a spy thriller starring Knightley, Ben Whishaw and Sarah Lancashire, in December 2024. Knightley also starred in The Woman in Cabin 10, another spy movie distributed by Netflix in October 2025.

"I couldn’t go job to job now. It wouldn’t be in any way fair on them, and I wouldn’t want to,” she told the UK publication. "I’ve chosen to have children, I want to bring them up, so I’ve had to take a major step back."

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Best-selling author Meg Shaffer is once again drawing major attention from readers with her latest release.

Her upcoming novel, The Book Witch, has been ranked the No. 1 most anticipated fantasy for April on Goodreads. The ranking is based on how many readers have added each title to their "want-to-read" shelves, offering a clear snapshot of which books are generating the most early excitement.

The Book Witch introduces readers to Rainy March, a third-generation "book witch" tasked with protecting works of fiction from threats both real and imagined. Armed with a magical umbrella and a feline companion, Rainy has the rare ability to travel in and out of novels, fixing broken storylines and rogue characters along the way.

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But, her powers come with strict rules, rules that are tested when her personal life begins to collide with the fictional worlds she's sworn to protect. Rainy is forbidden from seeing the Duke of Chicago, a charming detective from her favorite book series, but when her grandfather mysteriously disappears and a priceless book is stolen, she has no choice but to turn to him for help.

Their journey takes them through beloved literary worlds, including Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and The Great Gatsby, as they uncover hidden dangers, long-buried secrets and the true cost of breaking the rules that govern fiction itself.

Shaffer, who is also the author of the bestselling novel The Wishing Game, has built a following for her imaginative storytelling and emotionally resonant themes. With The Book Witch, she leans even further into a love letter to reading, blending fantasy, mystery and romance into a story that celebrates the magic of books.

"When you’re young, you want to grow up, and when you're older, you want to be young again," Shaffer said in a 2024 interview. "I'm reading middle-grade books, and I'm missing that feeling. I'm an old married lady now, and I miss sitting by my window in a summer rainstorm, and reading A Wrinkle in Time, and eating ice cream like I did so many summers in Owensboro."

With its strong early buzz and top ranking on Goodreads, The Book Witch is already shaping up to be one of the standout fantasy releases of the season and a must-read for anyone who has ever wished they could step inside the pages of their favorite story.

Related: Best-Selling Author's Novel Is Projected 'Biggest Book of the Season'

When will it end? Prices keep going up around us, and that includes the streamers we browse every night.

Netflix is the latest company to announce yet another increase for subscribers in the U.S. The new pricing was updated on its websiteThursday, March 26, magazines including Variety report.

Unfortunately, as users will notice, all three tiers are impacted. Here's the new breakdown:

• Standard With Ads plan is now $8.99/month, up $1 from $7.99 previously
• Standard plan (no ads, viewing on up to two devices simultaneously) is up $2, from $17.99/month to $19.99/month
• Premium plan (no ads, streaming on up to four devices at once, Ultra HD and HDR) is up $2, from $24.99/month to $26.99/month

“Our approach remains the same: We continue offering a range of prices and plans to meet a variety of needs, and as we deliver more value to our members we are updating our prices to enable us to reinvest in quality entertainment and improve their experience by updating our prices,” Netflix said in a statement to Variety.

The increased prices will be applied to both existing and new members. New members who sign up will see the new plan prices starting Thursday, per Variety. The higher prices will roll out to existing members over the coming weeks and, according to Netflix, existing members will be notified by email a month before the new prices are applied to them — with the timing depending on the individual member’s billing cycle.

Earlier on Thursday, meanwhile, Parade published a list of the 12 best Netflix shows that fans are mourning — since the streamer has since canceled them. As quickly as the platform adds a fresh title to its expansive library, it seems just as quick to remove another one. One could argue some of the best shows on Netflix have been axed well before their time, leaving fans frustrated by cliffhangers and mourning the loss of their favorite characters. Check out the list of 12 here.

Bands taking on covers of hit tracks isn't something new, and it is often taken as tributes to well-known classics. In the late '90s, nu metal fans never expected Limp Bizkit to release their take on a chart-topping hit from George Michael that ended up putting them in the spotlight.

Loudwire compiled a list of the best covers of hit '80s tracks that were done by popular metal bands in the '90s. One entry that captures attention is none other than Limp Bizkit's cover of "Faith" by Michael. By 1998, Limp Bizkit was still growing as an up-and-coming band and still hadn't reached the infamy they became known for in the nu metal genre.

As a result, the band began performing their version of "Faith" during live performances to garner some attention, and it worked. Alongside guitarist Wes Borland's bizarre costumes, Limp Bizkit began to receive a cult following. Recording the cover for their debut album wasn't well-received by producer Ross Robinson at the time. After hearing their unique take with guitar and drums, he was convinced.

"I love George Michael and decided to cover 'Faith' for fun. We like to do really aggressive versions of cheesy pop hits," said lead singer Fred Durst at the time to Billboard.

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Their debut album gained some traction with their single "Counterfeit," but it wasn't until the music video for "Faith" started to attract attention that their career really took off. The cover peaked on the US Billboard Alternative Charts at No. 28 and went on to perform it live on Conan O'Brien. It's speculated that Michael also played a role when he was arrested in Beverley Hills in April 1998 for performing a "lewd act" in a gentleman's toilet.

Whether Michael loved the cover is up for debate; Durst claims the singer loves it, while Borland claims he "hated" the band for doing it.

Michael released "Faith" as the second single of his 1987 debut album of the same name. It was reported that he worked on the song at the suggestion of publisher Dick Leahy to write a rock and roll pastiche. It ended up becoming one of his biggest hits, reaching No. 1 on the US Billboard Hot 100 charts and remaining there for four weeks. The song also landed at No. 2 on the UK Singles Charts for two weeks.

The first and most important teacher in life for many people is mom. It’s something that many actors have agreed on, and as we get closer to Mother’s Day, they’ve come together to pen love letters to their moms. Past and present CEOs of Sesame Workshop, those behind Sesame Street, joined together to bring the new book, What I Learned From Mom, to put these love letters together.

You know Téa Leoni best as Elizabeth McCord on Madame Secretary or more recently as Sofia Caccimelo on Only Murders in the Building, and she’s certainly had an extensive career. Now she spends the time looking back on the reason for that in her love letter, “The Best Kind of Superhero,” in What I Learned From Mom, which we’re fortunate to share an exclusive excerpt from.

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One thing we all come to realize as we grow up is that our mothers are not the people we see when we’re children. As we age, we see the nuances in their personalities, and we get to know who they truly are. Leoni focuses on that at the start of her love letter in the most beautiful way:

“My mother is a basket of beautiful contradictions. She was a piano prodigy, and by age fourteen she was playing some of the best Chopin anywhere in Amarillo. She was a straight-A student. At the same time, she learned how to drive a car at thirteen and was secretly drag racing the next year. She will set a table that looks like the most magnificent thing in the world, but she’s also a great partyer and not afraid to “trash the table” and be the first one to do it. I’ve got pictures of her with her bare legs on top of that table, white wine in one hand and red in the other. I mean, my mother is surprising. You just can’t put her in a box and label her. If I’ve ever been surprising, it’s only because I learned it from her.

Mind you, Mom will never ask for or expect an accolade. She never wants to stand up and take credit for something or get an award. I swear it’s probably why she never plays the lottery because, God forbid, she’d be the winner and become the focus of something! And she never complains, ever. Even when she was going through some life stages that women go through, my mother never talked or complained about a hot flash. She has knees that are pretty much bone on bone at this point, and she walks at least ten miles a day. I’ve maybe heard her talk about an ailment twice, like when she broke both of her arms a few years ago and was in two enormous casts. She was up on Cape Cod with these big cast claws on her arms—we called her “Lucy the Lobster.” Yet, she was still walking ten miles a day with these huge things on, and she never complained.”

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What did all that teach her? Leoni goes on to share:

“Sometimes I think other people teach their kids to respect the people who they respect. My mother makes it clear that you should have respect for everybody. She treats everybody like they are valuable. Worthy. And possibly better than she is. I don’t mean that she puts herself down, I mean that she looks at everybody as a “possible.” I realize that she gave me that gift.”

This is just a small snippet of the full letter. It’s a heartwarming and touching story of compassion, resilience, and strength, lessons that we can’t learn in school but from the people around us.

What I Learned From Mom is packed with love letters like this from many actors, celebrities, and personalities we look up to today, including Henry Louis Gates Jr., Chelsea Clinton, Steve Guttenberg, and Cindy Crawford. With 27 essays in total, there’s no shortage of lessons to take from, and all of us can learn from other moms out there.

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All of this was possible thanks to the past and present CEOs of Sesame Workshop, the non-profit behind Sesame Street. Jeffrey Dunn and Sherrie Westin wanted to make sure the first teachers in life could be celebrated this Mother’s Day, and with all proceeds going toward Sesame Workshop to support it’s non-profit efforts, there’s no doubt that this wins.

You can read the full essay and all 26 others in What I Learned From Mom from March 31, 2026. Fair warning, the majority of these essays are going to make you cry with happiness and warmth!

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Warmer weather makes everyone want to head outside, but having somewhere comfortable to actually sit and stay awhile makes all the difference. Whether you’re sipping iced coffee in the morning, taking a midday break, or unwinding at sunset, the right setup can turn your backyard into your favorite spot to relax. If your current ensemble feels more like an afterthought than a destination, it might be time to rethink your outdoor seating. 

Right now, Walmart has the Costway Loveseat Swing Glider With Canopy on sale for just $80, marked down from $159. With its gentle swaying motion, shaded canopy, and cushioned seat, it offers an inviting place to hang out without requiring a full patio overhaul. It’s an affordable upgrade that makes you want to cancel plans, grab a drink, and swing into relaxation.

Costway Loveseat Swing Glider With Canopy, From $80 (was $159) at Walmart

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Built to handle everyday lounging, this swinging loveseat features a durable steel frame with a powder-coated finish that helps protect against rust, wear, and the elements over time. It offers a weight capacity of up to 390 pounds, comfortably supporting two people, while the seat itself is designed with soft cushions that add a plush, inviting feel. 

Measuring approximately 56 inches long by 47 inches wide and 60 inches high, it strikes a balance between roomy and space-conscious, making it easy to incorporate into a variety of outdoor setups. It also includes four plastic anti-skid foot pads, which help keep the frame stable on slick or uneven surfaces and prevent scratches on patios or decks.

The adjustable scalloped canopy adds another layer of functionality, allowing you to tilt it using a simple rotary knob to block the sun from different angles throughout the day. On cooler or overcast days, it can be removed entirely if you prefer an open-air feel. Crafted from waterproof polyester and Oxford fabric, the canopy and seat materials are designed to withstand outdoor conditions while maintaining their look. Assembly is straightforward too, with all necessary hardware and instructions included. 

Related: Walmart's 'Comfortable' $48 Rocking Chair Patio Set Is the Perfect Spring Upgrade for Outdoor Spaces

It’s also available in five color options to suit your space and style. Four solid hues include beige, blue, and chocolate brown — all priced at $80 — while a sleek black option is available for slightly more at $95. For a more playful, resort-inspired look, there’s also a green cabana stripe version priced at $90.

Shoppers said they loved this “very sturdy” bench for its "excellent quality and value.” Many called it their “favorite spot” to unwind. One shopper wrote, “It is super comfortable and the perfect fit for two adults to cuddle or an adult and a few kiddos.”

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Priced as low as $80, the Costway Loveseat Swing Glider With Canopy is an easy way to make the most of your downtime. Add it to your Walmart cart and take your lounging game to the next level.

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Jason Duggar is speaking out for the first time since his brother Joseph Duggar was arrested.

On Wednesday, Mar. 18, Joseph was arrested and charged for Lewd and Lascivious Behavior, involving unlawful sexual activity with a minor. Two days later, Joseph and his wife Kendra were hit with additional child endangerment charges.

On Thursday, Mar. 26, Jason and his wife Maddie issued a statement via Instagram in response to the arrest.

"We, like many, have spent the week completely shocked, confused, and grieved to list a few emotions. We are disgusted to hear the news about my brother, however, this isn't about how it's impacted our lives," the statement began. "Our hearts are burdened because a child's life has been turned upside down due to evil actions of someone who should have never hurt the vulnerable. This is something unthinkable."

"We are angered by what was happened, and we pray God's righteous hand and the court system will serve justice in the situation as deserved," Jason continued. "Maddie and I have always had a special place in our hearts for the vulnerable around us, and we will continue to do so. To fathom that someone would abuse their authority to harass the innocent is vile."

"We ask that you pray for the victim who has been brave enough to share what has happened. We also ask that you pray for his family at this time, as his children must face the reality of losing a father that should have been a spiritual leader in their lives," the statement concluded. "We stand with innocent children. Always."

RELATED: Jill Duggar Breaks Silence on Brother Joseph’s Arrest for Child Molestation

According to the Bay County Sheriff’s Office Facebook, investigators were contacted on Mar. 18 by a police detective in Tontitown, Arkansas—where the Duggar family lives—about a report of past sexual abuse.

During a forensic interview, the 14-year-old victim disclosed incidents involving Joseph during a family vacation in Panama City Beach, Florida, when she was 9. 

According to the sheriff’s office, the victim reported that Joseph “repeatedly asked her to sit on his lap, sit beside him on a couch, and cover them with a blanket.” Joseph then allegedly made inappropriate contact with the victim and rubbed his hands on her thighs.

The victim said that Joseph eventually apologized, and that the alleged misconduct stopped after the apology. 

Investigators discovered the victim’s father confronted Joseph about these incidents on Mar. 17, 2026, with Joseph admitting his actions to the victim’s father and to Tontitown Detectives.

Joseph was arrested out of state and faces charges of Lewd and Lascivious Behavior, including Molestation of a victim under 12 and conduct by a person 18 or older.

During his first court appearance, Joseph did not enter a plea and waived his right to an extradition hearing, meaning he agreed to be transferred to Florida to face charges.

This is not the first arrest for the Duggar family, either. Duggar’s older brother, Josh Duggar, was convicted of possessing child sexual abuse material in 2021 and sentenced to over 12 years in prison.

If you suspect child abuse, call the Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline at 1-800-4-A-Child or 1-800-422-4453, or go to www.childhelp.org.

Jodi Picoult's Small Great Things, once called the "most important" novel of her career, turns 10 this year, and she shared some exciting news about how she plans to celebrate this anniversary.

"SMALL GREAT THINGS is hitting shelves again with a special 10th anniversary deluxe edition," Picoult posted online on March 26. This new anniversary version of her novel will feature "incredible sprayed edges, foil stamping, and a brand-new introduction from me!"

The video accompanying the announcement showcased these new features, including pink-and-orange-sprayed edges on the pages, a debossed stamp of the scales of justice on the front, and foil stamping on the book's spine. Though one cannot judge a book by its cover, this tome is absolutely gorgeous. Fans can pre-order their copy here.

"This was one of my all-time favorite books of yours! Can't wait for the pretty sprayed edge," commented one reader. "This was my first ever Jodi Picoult book, and it was AMAZING," added another. Another added that they "pre-ordered the minute it crossed my inbox!"

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Small Great Things tells the story of Ruth Jefferson, a Black labor/delivery nurse working in the newborn ward of a Connecticut hospital. A white supremacist couple demands that Ruth stay away from their newborn. So, when the baby stops breathing, and Ruth is the only person in the room, she gets charged with the child's death. What follows is a dissection of the everyday racism that Ruth and other Black people endure on a day-to-day basis, and how well-intentioned white people never challenge their own internalized prejudices.

Picoult published her first novel, Songs of the Humpback Whale, in 1992, kicking off what would become a critically and commercially successful career. She'd soon become synonymous with family drama, the popular fiction genre that explores the dynamics between the generations. She's also very prolific, and though Small Great Things was her twenty-fifth(!) book, the Washington Postcalled it "the most important novel [she] has ever written."

Small Great Things is "Frank, uncomfortably introspective and right on the day's headlines," wrote Washington Post'sEleanor Brown in 2016, and the novel "will challenge her readers."

Small Great Things was a hit with Picoult's readers, becoming a #1 New York Times Bestseller. Since then, she has written six more novels, including A Spark of Light, Wish You Were Here, and the forthcoming Hollow Bones (due out in September 2026).

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From sitcom dads to cult-favorite TV roles, he’s been a familiar face on television screens for decades.

Beloved TV actor Eric Allan Kramer turned 64 on Thursday, marking another milestone for a performer whose career has quietly shaped some of television’s most recognizable series. From his comedic work on The Hughleys to his later roles in Good Luck Charlie and Lodge 49, Kramer has remained a steady and familiar presence across multiple generations of TV viewers.

Kramer was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan, but moved to Canada because his dad was a player in the CFL. He was also an athlete, but found his love for acting when he was a teenager through his school's drama department. He went to college at the University of Alberta in Edmonton and graduated with a BFA in Acting, which led him to work across Canada as an actor, director and fight choreographer.

He made his TV debut in The Gunfighters in 1987, then starred in Quest for the Mighty Sword three years later. Kramer got his big break when he played Dave Rogers on the ABC sitcom The Hughleys, which aired from 1998 to 2002, then Bob Duncan in Disney Channel's Good Luck Charlie from 2010 to 2014. He also appeared in many notable TV shows such as Seinfeld, Wizards of Waverly Place, That 70's Show, How I Met Your Motherand more.

Eric Allan Kramer stars as Bob Duncan on Disney Channel's "Good Luck Charlie."

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The actor posted a couple of photos over the past 24 hours to celebrate his big day. On Thursday morning, Kramer posted a selfie of himself holding a shot of whiskey, writing, "Yes, that’s whisky… Yes, it’s early… But on my birthday I’d rather pull out a cork than blow out some candles… #birthday."

On Wednesday evening, Kramer shared a selfie with his bowling league, marking the end of their season.

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Though Kramer started acting in the 1990s, he is best known for his role as Bob Duncan in Good Luck Charlie. The Disney Channel sitcom, which also starred Bridgit Mendler, Jason Dolley, Bradley Steven Perry and Mia Talerico, follows the Duncans, a middle-class American family living in Denver, as they adjust to the births of their fourth child, Charlie (Talerico), and eventually, their fifth (Logan Moreau). Though the TV series ended 12 years ago, Kramer has expressed interest in a Good Luck Charlie reboot, telling The Quinn Show last year that he was "surprised" they "never ran with a spinoff with Mia."

"I always thought like Mia should be making the videos for Toby," Kramer said, referring to the video diaries Teddy Duncan (Mendler) made for Charlie in each episode. "Or that she's going through the tapes and they are helping her get through, you know, whatever issues she's having at school or wherever she's at, like she's finding advice from Bridgit in the tapes to help her deal."

The cast of Good Luck Charlie in an episode titled "Under the Tree."

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After Good Luck Charlie ended, Kramer starred in AMC's Lodge 49, playing Scott Miller for two seasons before the show got cancelled due to low ratings. He continues to act on television, recently making appearances in Chicago Fire, Bookie and Really Loud House. He also creates videos on his YouTube channel, Home of the Kramer Grill and Bar, where he posts cooking tutorials.

Now he runs his own acting agency, offering personalized 1-on-1 coaching, workshops, self-tape auditions and scene study, focusing on character development and audition preparation.

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