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Recently, a Louisiana father, Walt, called into The Ramsey Show to ask Dr. John Delony if he was in the wrong for charging his adult daughter $300 a month in rent. While Walt thought he was doing the right thing, his daughter has recently started telling people he’s stealing from her. 

There’s More To The Story

Walt initially told Delony and co-host Rachel Cruz that his 23-year-old daughter had been allowed to live at home while attending school, but they never thought it would carry over into graduate school. While the parents say they don’t need the money to help with finances, they did begin charging their daughter rent in 2024 after she’d already been employed for two years.  They also charge her a third of the house's food budget. 

As the two hosts dug into the situation, they also learned that Walt’s daughter has a fiancé she met after only 12 weeks. The fiancé wants the daughter to pay for his grad school and is pushing her to get married before she’s ready. When her parents try to warn her that these are red flags, she becomes hostile and mean and tells people her parents are stealing from her. 

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Delony and Cruz Weigh In

Both Delony and Cruz admitted this is a tough situation, but ultimately, the parents were doing the right thing. The daughter is unwilling to move out of her parents’ home, but also doesn’t want to pay rent. She wants to bring over her fiancé, whom her parents dislike, but don’t want to hear their feedback on his very obvious red flags. 

Delony told Walt that he clearly loves his daughter and is trying to teach her responsibility. He also explained to Walt that, as an adult, she has the right to date freely. On the other hand, Delony also asserted that her parents are her landlords and have the right to set the rules for their home. 

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Walt’s Next Move

The final thoughts from Delony and Cruz were that Walt and his wife had to have a difficult conversation with their daughter and ultimately respect her choice. Delony noted that he’s observed a phenomenon among young adults who feel they need to create conflict when it's time to make big life decisions, like leaving home.

Most commentators on the video agreed that the daughter is taking advantage of an amazing situation, with some even wanting the daughter out of the house completely. So while Walt and his wife are doing the right thing, they may still lose out if she continues to make poor life decisions. 

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When Dave Ramsey'sBaby Steps work for someone, they really work. Take, for example, one nurse who says that she was able to pay off $83,000 in student loan debt following his methods. And, what's even better, is that she says she can probably eliminate the rest of her $76,000 by the end of next year if she can get the support of her boyfriend.

Only, there's a catch. That's because her boyfriend thinks Ramsey's methods resemble those of a cult leader, and he's giving her the cold shoulder when it comes to her financial dreams. Can other financial pros give her the support she needs to keep going? Or will this be it for this nurse and her goal of financial independence?

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Woman Says Her Boyfriend Compared Dave Ramsey's Methods to a 'Cult'

A woman who goes by the name Norah called into the Ramsey Show to ask for help with getting her boyfriend to become more supportive of her debt goals. According to her, she's worked very hard to follow Ramsey's Baby Steps method, which involves paying off debts to achieve personal wealth.

And while she excitedly admitted to already being able to pay down $83,000 of her student loan debt, she says her boyfriend hasn't exactly been thrilled with the process. Instead, she says his lack of support is leaving her "exhausted," and she isn't sure she'll be able to keep going at this rate if he doesn't get on board.

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"How can I manage burnout, stay motivated, and help my partner understand why becoming debt-free matters so much to me?" she asked. After host Ken Coleman asked if she had explained the method to him and let him know how it works, she said that she had, and that he had told her that it sounded like she was in a "cult."

Norah's Boyfriend Isn't Alone

Many people describe Ramsey and his followers as being part of a cult. That is partly because the system itself requires such a strict adherence to the rules that it's easy to make the leap.

But, another thing that has people using the "c" word has to do with the fact that Ramsey himself has linked his financial advice with religion, specifically the evangelical Christian faith.

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However, Yahoo! Finance argues that his methods don't fall so neatly into the cult genre. That's because you don't have to be a Christian to use his tips (or succeed with them), and he doesn't really use coercive behaviors to turn his fans into devout followers. So, where does that leave Norah and her partner?

Well, this sounds more like a relationship issue than a genuine concern about her well-being. If I had to make a guess, I'd say the boyfriend may be tired of living a frugal lifestyle to keep up with Norah's savings, which could benefit them both in the long run. That means it may be time for Norah to decide if she wants to trim her love life while also cutting back on her spending.

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On May 12, 1992, the beloved TV sitcomFull House delivered one of the most unexpected and memorable pop culture crossover moments, transforming a storyline into an MTV-style music event with an appearance from ‘60s rock icons, The Beach Boys.

The episode from Season 5, Episode 26 featured John Stamos’ character, Jesse Katsopolis (best known as Uncle Jesse) and his band, Jesse and the Rippers, filming a music video for the emotional ballad, "Forever."

After a few hiccups in the filming process, Uncle Jesse then went on MTV (during the era when the network famously still aired music videos), with a guest appearance from real-life MTV VJ Martha Quinn to promote the chart-ready hit, which helped frame it as if it were a genuine music release.

In the scene, Quinn states, “It’s a Beach Boys song, isn’t it?” as Jesse confirms, “Yeah, it’s a Beach Boys song,” adding, "I know the Beach Boys, they sang on it, Beach Boys and I are,” before cutting off and crossing his pointer and middle finger to indicate that they are close. 

The music video is stylized in a dreamlike montage, fully leaning into the early '90s aesthetic. In addition to lying in bed covered in crisp, white sheets, he's also seen playing guitar in a stone church with candles lit all around him, as footage of his on-screen twins appears. The song is dedicated to his family and his love story with Rebecca, played by Lori Loughlin.

By airing the music video within the episode itself, Full House blurred the line between sitcom fiction and real-world music promotion. And not only did the musical crossover make TV history, but it also introduced a Beach Boys classic to new generations, helping cement its legacy in pop culture.

Seriously, ask any Full House fan about "Forever", and they’re sure to still remember all the lyrics to the tune.

🎶📺On ‘Full House,’ the music video ‘Forever’ by Jesse and the Rippers airs on MTV; the Beach Boys and Martha Quinn guest-star (May 12, 1992) pic.twitter.com/FcW7nUsdHb

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“This song makes me cry.  Dennis wrote so beautifully. I remember Full House when Jessie sang this to Becky on their wedding day,” one fan expressed under the music video comments, as another added, “Full House brought me here. This was the song Jesse played for his wedding to Rebecca.”

“When Jesse (John Stamos, sang this to his babies in a video he was making) in the sitcom Full House. It was very touching, made me cry," someone else chimed in.

Before the MTV music video episode, Jesse first sang the song to Becky during their wedding episode in 1991, as "Forever's" sentimental lyrics became strongly associated with his romantic personality and relationship.

While the TV version of the song never charted on Billboard, the performance and song became a standout for fans, remaining a nostalgic memory 34 years later, remembered as one of the most iconic musical crossovers in 1990s television.

As for the original track, it was part of the band’s 1970 album, Sunflower, written and sung by Dennis Wilson, becoming the band’s most beloved deep cut, and widely considered one of their most beautiful ballads.

Meanwhile, Stamos brought his partnership with the Beach Boys off-screen, still touring and performing with the rockers more than three decades later.

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Parents of young athletes know that game day can be fraught with tension and drama. Today with Jenna & Sheinelle co-host Jenna Bush Hager is discovering that firsthand. Bush Hagar revealed on the May 12 episode of The Kelly Clarkson Show that she had recently been “banned” from her 13-year-old daughter’s volleyball games—but the reason for her exile is more hilarious than hurtful.

Bush Hagar explained to Clarkson that it all started when “the score was six to seven” at a game.

Can you see where this is going?

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The mom of three couldn’t help herself and yelled out, “Six, seven!” which apparently didn’t go over too well with her newly turned teen. 

“She looked at me from the bench, where I spent most of my time as a seventh grader, too, and she was like, ‘How could you do that?’ " shared Bush Hager. Afterward, Mila told her mom, “You’re suspended. You’re not allowed to come,” and despite her promise to “be quiet”, she was informed by her daughter, ”You’re not capable.” And that was that.

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The volleyball incident is something she’d previously talked about on Today with Jenna & Sheinelle. "Afterward, I was frozen out,” she said. “I went to one volleyball game this year."

Embarrassing cheering aside, Bush Hagar holds out hope that she hasn’t been kicked out forever: "I think I'm gonna be unfrozen for next year…. I’m just not gonna try to be the center of attention."

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This isn't the first time Jenna's enthusiastic cheering has rubbed her kids the wrong way. Her youngest, 6-year-old Hal, has also given her grief at his flag football games. "Hal's all like, 'Don't cheer. You're too loud, Mom,'" she said.

Bush Hagar, who shares her kids with husband Harry Hagar, is a self-described “sports kid” who grew up cheering at dozens of baseball games each year. Her father, former President George W. Bush was a part-owner of the Texas Rangers for a number of years before becoming President. 

As it turns out, apparently, presidential connections don't buy you a free pass from sideline embarrassment.

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Breaking Benjamin made their triumphant return to music with a haunting new single that catapults the iconic 2000s rock band into a new era.

On May 13, the Pennsylvania rockers released "Something Wicked," a bold and punchy track that finds the band pushing deeper into their darker sonic territory while undoubtedly channeling the sound that has defined them for years.

This past weekend, the five-piece debuted the new track during their set at the Welcome to Rockville festival in Daytona Beach, Fla.

"'Something Wicked' is a quick look into our influences both musically and thematically. We challenged ourselves especially hard on this record and on this song," explained singer Benjamin Burnley. "We pushed every boundary we've previously had as far as it will go, then pushed a little more. 'Something Wicked' was the result."

Fans have been loving the song, with many comparing it to the sound of their 2002 debut studio album, Saturate.

"This brings me straight back to the Saturate era," one fan wrote in an Instagram comment. "Old school Breaking Benjamin is BACK!"

"This is incredible!! You can hear a beautiful mix of the bands roots with their early stuff and the past couple albums combined," another said. "It’s so good."

The song is Breaking Benjamin's first release since 2024's "Awaken," which marked the group's return to music after five years. "Awaken" saw a lot of commercial success, climbing to No. 1 on the BillboardAlternative Digital Song Sales chart and earning a spot in the Top 20 on several acclaimed charts, including the Billboard Hot Hard Rock Songs chart. Since its release, "Awaken" has been streamed over 117 million times.

Kicking off in fall 2026, the band will embark on a mammoth month-long tour across North America. The tour opens in Camden, New Jersey, at the Freedom Mortgage Pavilion on Sept. 2, and will see shows almost every day in major cities across the United States and Canada. The tour concludes on Oct. 24 in Bristow, Virginia.

Ever since appearing as the leads in the musical film Grease, fans have always adoredJohn Travolta and Olivia Newton-John's chemistry on and off screen. According to claims in a new biography, Newton-John turned her back on a possible romance with the actor over Scientology.

In the new biography by Matthew Hild titled A Little More Love: The Life and Legacy of Olivia Newton-John, he claims that the late actor asked around about Travolta's involvement with Scientology after filming Grease. Travolta is one of many A-list Hollywood actors a part of the religious movement, with him having openly talked about his involvement since the mid-1970's. He was introduced to Scientology by fellow actors and got more involved while filming The Devil's Rain.

For years, Grease castmates believed that Newton-John and Travolta had chemistry that went beyond their characters. Twenty years after filming the iconic movie, the two were still closer than ever, with Hild writing in his book about a conversation she had with a bandmate.

The book reveals that a musician who had been married to a Scientologist joined her band and became good friends with the actor. It led to a conversation about the dynamics of marriage within the religion. Newton-John wanted to ask a personal question, to which he agreed and said that if he knew that Travolta was a Scientologist. The musician was well aware of Travolta's status.

"I know the Church of Scientology really reveres him as a very valuable follower. If I had married John, would he have expected me to become a Scientologist?" asked Newton-John.

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The reason for her question was undeniable, with the musician having told the actor that he wasn't required to convert to Scientology. He did express that "it would have been encouraged, put it that way." His response ended the conversation, with Newton-John saying that it's all she needed to know. According to Hild, that conversation is what likely led the actor to continue her friendship with Travolta instead of a romantic relationship.

While remaining close friends, Newton-John would end up marrying Matt Lattanzi in 1984 and would later divorce in 1996. The actor/singer would then marry John Esterling in 2008, and they were together until her death from breast cancer in 2022. Travolta, on the other hand, would go on to marry Kelly Preston in 1991, and they were together until she died in 2020. Preston was introduced to Scientology in the 1990s and was a supporter alongside her husband.

More than 40 years since its release, The Blues Brothers, the musical comedy action film, is now celebrated not just as a cult classic but as one of the greatest music-inspired films ever made.

Released in 1980, Dan Aykroyd and John Belushi brought their Saturday Night Live characters to the big screen with director John Landis and together they created a film that seamlessly blends deadpan humor, intense car chases and standout performances from R&B legends and musical showstoppers.

According to Landis, creating the movie was both exciting and challenging at the same time, particularly with the large-scale car chase scenes.

“It was amazing making the movie but it was complicated,” he told The Guardian, adding, “Lots of the wild stories come from the movie itself – you can’t just shoot 42 cars going 110 miles an hour in downtown Chicago. When you see those shots, there’s no sped-up footage. That took so much work and cooperation with the police. We had a 24-hour auto shop. There are stories that we used hundreds of cars, but no, when you see those pileups, we took the same 20 cars and fixed them. We probably destroyed 25 vehicles by the end of the movie.”

Unleashing a musical phenomenon, The Blues Brothers cemented a legacy that earned it a place among the best rock movies of the 1980s.

John Belushi and Canadian actor and screenwriter Dan Aykroyd on the set of The Blues Brothers directed by John Landis.

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In a ranking released by Ultimate Classic Rock, the list highlights one defining rock film from each year, spanning from 1955 to the present day.

The Blues Brothers Named Best Rock Movie of 1980

Amid the vibrant commercialism and the rise of technological innovation in the ‘80s, the entertainment industry marked a notable shift towards pop culture, with Madonna, Michael Jackson and others ultimately becoming the decade’s sound, style and cultural identity.

For the ‘80s, UCR named The Blues Brothers as the best rock movie of 1980, underscoring its lasting impact on music-driven cinema.

Apart from the movie’s comedic sketch, the duo’s love for rhythm and blues was translated into the film by showcasing star-studded cameos from music legends performing their timeless hits.

Aretha Franklin sang her 1968 classic song "Think” while Cab Calloway and Ray Charles performed "Minnie the Moocher" and "Shake a Tail Feather.”

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As for James Brown, instead of singing a signature track, he performed a high-energy gospel standard "The Old Landmark" and appeared as Reverend Cleophus James.

Following its release, the film proved to be a box office success after making it among the top 10 highest-grossing films of 1980, as cited by industry analyst Box Office Mojo.

With a modest production budget of $27 to $30 million, it earned approximately $57 million in domestic box office revenue alongside strong worldwide ticket sales of $57 million that further solidified its commercial success.

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When Chicago Fire returns for its 15th season on NBC, the drama about first responders will be undergoing a major change. The veteran NBC series is losing showrunner Andrea Newman, and will now be helmed by Victor Teran, former co-executive producer. What that means for the future direction of the show, only time — and next season's scripts —will tell.

Here is what we know about the Chicago Fire release date, cast news and more for Season 15.

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When is the release date for Chicago Fire Season 15?

The new season of Chicago Fire will premiere this fall on Wednesdays.

What time will Chicago Fire season 15 be on?

Chicago Fire will return in its usual 9 p.m. ET/PT timeslot.

Who is in the Chicago Fire cast for Season 15?Taylor Kinney as Lieutenant Kelly SeverideMiranda Rae Mayo as Lieutenant Stella KiddHanako Greensmith as Paramedic in Charge (PIC) Violet MikamiDavid Eigenberg as Lieutenant Christopher HerrmannChristian Stolte as Randall “Mouch” McHollandJoe Miñoso as Firefighter Joe CruzJocelyn Hudon as Lyla NovakBrandon Larracuente as Sal Vasquez

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Who is leaving Chicago Fire in Season 15?

Showrunner Andrea Newman is departing and co-executive producer Victor Teran, who has been on staff since Season 10, will take over as showrunner for Season 15.

“Working at Chicago Fire, with the absolute best cast and crew in the business, has been the highlight of my career,” Newman said in a statement. “Like so many others, I was inspired to get into TV writing because of Dick [Wolf], so what a thrill it’s been to work with him and the amazing Wolf team of Peter Jankowski, Rebecca McGill and Anastasia Puglisi. I’m so grateful to them, [former showrunner] Derek Haas and the NBC and Universal execs who have been so supportive of the show all along the way. After 14 years, you really do become a family and working with this group will always feel like home.”

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Dermot Mulroney as Chief Dom Pascal also exited midway through Season 14, but there is a possibility his character could return. Pascal’s job at the CFD was terminated for conduct unbecoming a firefighter. He intentionally disobeyed FBI orders in the One Chicago crossover event, and even though he rescued some important information that helped solve the case, they pressed charges. It was hinted at that he was going to apply for a job in Phoenix, Arizona, where he had a friend in the fire department there.

Is there a trailer for Chicago Fire Season 15?

An official trailer for Chicago Fire Season 15 has yet to be released but check back here. We will post as soon as it’s available.

Are there any spoilers for Chicago Fire Season 15?

It isn’t confirmed, but it was hinted at by Rob Morgan, who played Battalion Chief Andre Hopkins, in an interview. He also told Severide on camera that he was going to be leaving Firehouse 51 and returning to his office at Firehouse 20, which may mean we won’t see him again. This leaves the door open for a new chief, the return of Pascal, or Severide could take over the job.

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How to watch Chicago Fire

Chicago Fire airs Wednesdays at 9 p.m. ET on NBC. Viewers can stream episodes the following day on Peacock.

Where to watch and live stream Chicago Fire online

All 14 seasons of Chicago Fire are available on streaming service Peacock. Previous seasons are also available on Amazon’s Prime Video and IMDBTV for a fee.

How many seasons of Chicago Fire are there?

Chicago Fire premiered Oct. 10, 2012. There have been 14 seasons of the NBC hit series. The upcoming season will make 15.

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In November 1992, one of the most unique video gaming experiences of the time, Night Trap for the SEGA CD, was released. A video game that would go on to become one of the most criticized, controversial, and banned games in history.

The gameplay of Night Trap was unique at the time. As an interactive movie, originally developed for Hasbro’s Control Vision console in 1986, the game was repurposed and redeveloped for SEGA's Genesis add-on, the SEGA CD, as a launch title in 1992.

The premise was simple: five teenage girls had disappeared after having last been seen at the Martin Winery Estate. After the investigation turned up empty, five more girls went to the estate to stay, where Agent Kelli Medd joined them to discover what was actually happening there.

One year after the game's release, on December 9, 1993, the United States Senate held a hearing on video games, with a specific focus on violence and mature content associated with them.

One scene from Night Trap was heavily cited as promoting violence against women. In the scene, teenager Lisa is shown in a nightgown and captured by the video game villains, the ‘Augers,’ a derivative of vampires, who attempt to drain her blood.

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Following the first hearing, the game sold an additional 50,000 copies because gamers wanted to check out what was so controversial. However, after receiving numerous complaints, both Toys “R” Us and Kay-Bee Toys, at the time the two largest toy chains, pulled the games from their shelves during the peak of the retail season, two weeks prior to Christmas.

According to GamePro magazine at the time, Carol Fuller, a spokesperson for Toys “R” Us, alleged that the complaints came from “an orchestrated telephone campaign,” but did not share any further details.

In January 1994, Sega decided to withdraw the title from the market, citing the negative controversy surrounding it that distracted from the conversation about establishing a genre-wide rating system.

Speaking at the time, Sega spokesman Richard Brudvik-Lindner added, "Maybe not everyone is perceiving what we intended them to perceive," comparing the film to popular 1950s vampire films.

Years after its release, the game has since been ported to other gaming systems, and in 2018, to mark its 25th Anniversary, it was re-released on modern consoles with updated graphics and game play.

To this day, the impact of Night Trap can still be felt: following the 1993 Senate hearing, the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) was formed to rate video games, similar to how motion pictures are rated.

Night Trap - 25th Anniversary Edition is available for purchase digitally on all major gaming platforms, including PC (Steam), Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation.

Country legend Shania Twain has given fans something to look forward to this summer: the “Man I Feel Like a Woman” hitmaker has announced she’s dropping her seventh album.

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In a social media post, Twain shared the album cover to deliver her exciting news. This isn’t just any old album, either.

Twain’s latest album hits close to home and is very personal for the country music sensation. The cover features Twain looking fabulous, all glammed up, in the front seat of a red pickup truck with the door open.

“Little Miss Twain” is written across the photo, as is her name. “‘Little Miss Twain’. Coming July 24th. This album is a homage to my roots, my youth and my mother ❤️,” she wrote as her caption.

Fans filled up the comments section with excitement over Twain’s news. “Come on!!!! Excited to hear the new work! ❤️,” shared a fan. Another fan added, “Stunning! Excited to jam out in my car to this!!! 🥳🤸🏽‍♂️”

“You were made for this forever and for always 😍 let’s go LMT!💕” insisted a fan. One fan chimed in to say, “This is everything 🥹 cannot wait!! SO ready for this new era 🙌🏼🤠🥹.”

A different fan expressed, “Will be streaming immediately in whatever truck I can find!!!”

“Oh Shania 🥰🥰🥰 that's awesome. I cannot wait. Beautiful cover and fantastic title,” declared a fan.

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Other fans left fire, heart, and clapping emojis in response to the news that Twain is dropping new music. It’s been three years since Twain released her Queen of Me album.

Twain has been heating up the country music scene for over three decades. The singer was thrust into the spotlight with her 1995 hit "Any Man of Mine," two years after she released her debut album, Shania Twain.

Since then, the country queen has been making fans happy with her music. While Twain loves making music, she's also all about giving back through her Shania Twain Foundation.

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When it comes to book banning, there are some usual reasons for librarians, schools, parents, and governments to use. Most of the time, it’s to silence specific voices or it’s due to the view of the sexual nature of the novels. However, there are also times when absurd reasons are given, and that’s certainly been the case with many a children’s book.

Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak faced banning and challenges after its 1963 release. Yet, despite all the controversy that surrounded it, it would go on to win the Caldecott Medal in 1964, leading it to become one of the most beloved children’s books of all time.

‘Where the Wild Things Are’ Reportedly Promotes Disobedience

The biggest reason for parents, schools, and librarians to want Where the Wild Things Are was due to the view that it would promote disobedience. There were also claims upon the publication of the book that it was “too dark.”

After all, our main character, Max, is disrespectful to his mom. When he lashes out in anger, he is sent to his room without food, and there were some who viewed that as being traumatic for young readers as well as encouraging the same reaction. This complained continued in 1969, with child psychologist Bruno Bettelheim sharing that he viewed the book as being “psychologically damaging” to young children.

Many of the complaints continued throughout the decades, and in 1983, a Ohio school board challenged the book due to the encouragement to lie and misbehave. Where the Wild Things Are hasn’t been the only book to face this challenge, with Harriet the Spy and James and the Giant Peach in good company with it.

The Supernatural Elements of the Story Were Also Challenged

It won’t be surprising to hear that there were also challenges against the supernatural elements of Sendak’s story. This is one of the biggest reasons for children’s books to be banned and challenged, with many parents worrying about the promotion of witchcraft. The Harry Potter series was among the list of books challenged due to the same reason.

Where is the supernatural element to the story? It’s all in Max’s imagination! He creates a “wild” fantasy land, which serves as a metaphor for his emotions throughout the story. It looks like many of the themes were misinterpreted in this children’s book.

The Godfather universe is expanding once again. A new novel centered on Connie Corleone is coming soon. Talia Shire played the character and explained why it's hard to watch the movies again. The making of the beautiful movies weren't easy for her or her brother, Francis Ford Coppola.

Talia Shire Knew Francis Ford Coppola Was Almost Fired from 'The Godfather' Francis Ford Coppola and Talia Shire

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Shire said on Really Famous with Kara Mayer Robinson that she avoids watching the movies because "that brings other issues," like how she got the job and the drama behind it. "The complexities at the time of Francis's own security," she later said. "That he wouldn't be fired."

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The director said he constantly felt like he was going to be fired while working on the masterpiece. "I remember watching the Oscars with my friend Marty Scorsese, and when I won the Oscar for the script of Patton," he told Empire.

"Marty said to me, ‘Well, I guess they’re not going to be able to fire you right away, because you just won the Oscar for a screenplay,’" he continued. "That saved me, and each week something else saved me."

Shire said she questioned if she should've been playing the daughter of Don Vito Corleone (Marlon Brando). "Should I have even been on that movie set with a brother who was not anchored in believe it or not," she revealed. "So sometimes I could've been terribly in the way."

The Oscar nominee can accept years later that she wasn't, but the experience of watching the movie could take her back to that insecure place.

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Anyone who's had to fill up their tanks in the last month knows how brutal gas prices have become. At the pump right now, drivers are paying an average of $4.50 per gallon—a staggering $1.33 more than the $3.17 average from last Memorial Day. Despite this enormous increase in transportation costs, it appears Americans still plan to travel in record numbers this upcoming Memorial Day weekend.

A new AAA study forecasts that upwards of 45 million Americans will still be traveling—via car or plane—at least 50 miles from home for the long weekend. An anticipated 39.1 million folks are expected to drive to their destination, with another 3.66 million by air. Surprisingly, this figure is slightly larger than last year.

According to Stacey Barber, Vice President of AAA Travel, "Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer, and for most Americans, it's a three-day weekend. Travel demand remains strong, and despite higher fuel prices, many people are prioritizing leisure travel during holiday breaks."

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Part of that may be attributed to forward-planning travelers who booked their flights months ago, when average plane tickets were actually lower than they were the previous year. With airfares averaging around $800 for round-trip domestic flights right now, those who secured bookings before rising jet fuel costs took effect got the better deal. For those driving, however, there's no escaping the exorbitant gas prices. If you’re planning on renting a car, however, there’s a tiny silver lining: car rental prices are 1% lower this holiday weekend than they were a year ago. 

The AAA report also predicted the top Memorial Day destinations, both domestically and internationally, for 2026.

Top 10 Domestic Destinations for Memorial Day 

1. Orlando, FL
2. Seattle, WA
3. New York, NY
4. Las Vegas, NV
5. Miami, FL
6. San Francisco, CA
7. Anchorage, AK
8. Chicago, IL
9. Denver, CO
10. Boston, MA

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Top 10 International Destinations for Memorial Day 

1. Rome, Italy
2. Vancouver, Canada
3. Paris, France
4. London, England
5. Athens, Greece
6. Dublin, Ireland
7. Barcelona, Spain
8. Southampton, England
9. Amsterdam, Netherlands
10. Edinburgh, Scotland

For drivers heading out this weekend, AAA recommends checking your vehicle's battery, tire pressure, and fluid levels before the trip. Remember: Thursday and Friday afternoons between 3 and 6 p.m. will see the heaviest congestion, while Sunday should offer lighter traffic. Leave early, drive sober, and consider hitting the road after 9 p.m. Thursday or before 11 a.m. Friday to avoid the worst delays.

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The May 13 premiere of HBO Max's documentary, The A List: 15 Stories from Asian and Pacific Diasporas, is an eye-opening picture of the struggles some of Hollywood's favorite actors have endured. Actors and celebrities like Bowen Yang, Sandra Oh, Kumail Nanjiani, and Connie Chung reflect on the subtle—and not-so-subtle—racism they've encountered in their lives and careers.

Chung's family immigrated from China to Washington, D.C. in 1945, and a year later, she was born. Her father was a news fanatic, which she inherited from him. Despite her reserved demeanor, she decided to pursue a career in journalism.

Connie Chung in The A List: 15 Stories From Asia and Pacific Diasporas.

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"I really felt this was where I wanted to be: a gumshoe reporter, an old-fashioned one who could run down the marble staircase at the Capitol, and try and find out secrets that people were holding from us," Chung, 79, told PEOPLE in 2024.

However, being a female journalist in the 1970s and an Asian female made her career trajectory difficult. Surrounded by white males, she "was a lone wolf. I decided that I, too, would be a white male," she explained in the documentary.

"I literally took on all of their behavior," she continued. "Bravado, decided I was entitled, and I had a potty mouth. I had, oh, such a potty mouth. And it was so unbecoming because here I was, a little lotus blossom with these foul words coming out of my mouth."

"Anytime they'd throw something at me that was either racist or sexist, I'd throw it right back at them," she added.

Chung persevered, going on to work as a CBS Evening News correspondent before becoming a co-anchor for CBS's Los Angeles local news channel. After briefly switching to NBC, she returned to CBS in 1989. In 1993, Chung became the first woman to co-anchor the CBS Evening News. After leaving CBS in 1995, she worked for ABC and CNN.

In 2006, she and her husband, Maury Povich, hosted Weekends with Maury and Connie. Due to low ratings, it was canceled after six months. Chung hasn't anchored another show since.

Paul Walker's stunning daughter, Meadow Walker, appeared alongside her father's beloved former cast members from The Fast & The Furious at the Cannes Film Festival.

In honor of 25 years since the premiere of the beloved franchise's first film, Meadow, 27, joined Michelle Rodriguez, Vin Diesel, Jordana Brewster, and producer Neal H. Moritz, posing during a photocall at the 79th annual Cannes Film Festival at Palais des Festivals in Cannes, France. With 11 films, the popular Fast & Furious franchise has earned more than $7 billion U.S. at the worldwide box office, according to a release. The franchise has also become Universal's most profitable and longest-running franchise. 

Below, check out Meadow as she fits in like a glove with her father's beloved former castmates:

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A sweet moment was when Meadow showed off her stunning smile alongside Diesel, who wrapped his arm around the beautiful young woman.

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Honoring Her Dad on Father's Day

On her Instagram page, Meadow frequently speaks about how much she loves and misses her father. For Father's Day last year, she shared a sweet throwback photo as a young child sporting a t-shirt that reads "here comes trouble." Sitting in her dad's arms, the duo looked happier than ever together.

"Happy Father’s Day to my guardian angel. Thank you for your love, guidance, and for truly being the most incredible dad and my best friend. I miss you every day, my sunshine. I love you," Meadow captioned the shot.

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Paul Walker died on Nov. 30, 2013, after leaving an event for Reach Out WorldWide (ROWW), the humanitarian organization he founded. He was killed in a car crash shortly afterward when a car he was in crashed and exploded in Santa Clarita, Calif. The driver was also killed, PEOPLE reported.

“The force of these collisions caused the vehicle to spin 180 degrees, and it continued to travel in an easterly direction," the coroner's report detailed.

He was 40 years old.

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Uncrustables is diversifying its flavor catalog once again with a brand-new fruit-filled sandwich pocket—and the limited-edition release is already catching shoppers' eyes.

The new find, Uncrustables Blackberry Boom, was spotted on store shelves recently, with a food blogger taking to social media to share the discovery. They admitted the brand has them floating on air lately with its several new flavor drops, and this one seems to be no different: "Wasn't [sic] lying when I said I'm on an Uncrustables high!"

Continuing the caption on the Tuesday, May 12, Instagram upload, they added intel on where to find the grocery item, writing, "Limited Edition Blackberry Boom! Got 'em at Walmart."

According to the packaging, the boxed offering includes "4 unbeatably soft bread sandwiches" with a peanut butter and blackberry spread core that contains no high-fructose corn syrup or artificial preservatives. An easy grab-and-go or lunchbox option, they can be stored in the freezer and thawed before eating, or in the refrigerator (for up to five days) for quicker consumption.

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As for nutritional content, the Smucker's crustless handheld options each have 210 calories, 2 grams of saturated fat, 6 grams of protein, and 220 milligrams of sodium.

"Our Blackberry Boom Sandwiches will help you kick off summer snacking with a bang," the brand promised on its website, urging shoppers to "Try ’em while they last!" before the limited-edition release disappears from stores.

The new flavor joins Uncrustables' growing lineup, including Up & Apple, Beamin' Berry Blend, PB Choco Craze, Peanut Butter & Raspberry Spread, Peanut Butter & Grape Jelly, Peanut Butter & Honey Spread, and Peanut Butter & Strawberry Jam.

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As spring settles in, there are plenty of excuses to get outdoors and enjoy the good weather. And the best part is, even if you only have a modest outdoor space, you can easily upgrade it with vibrant decor to cultivate the seasonal vibes and bring a little extra joy to your day.

So what's the perfect upgrade to get your seasonal refresh started? Hobby Lobby's gorgeous Underwater Bell Wind Chime, of course, is currently sporting a hefty 50 percent discount and retailing for a cool $8.49. Boasting a harmonious design, eye-catching accents and rich colors, it's the perfect way to bring both visual appeal and a soothing sound to your relaxing outdoor space.

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Underwater Bell Wind Chime, $8.49 at Hobby Lobby

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Truly as versatile as home decor finds come, Hobby Lobby's Underwater Bell Wind Chime only needs a place to hang and access to a natural breeze to do its job. It features an alluring design made of blue wire-wrapped sea glass shapes and circular beads strung around glass starfish, all paired with metal elements and bells with a brushed copper finish. 

Up top, a brushed copper disk holds all the elements in place, while a built-in hook makes it easy to hang wherever you see fit. When the sunlight hits it just right, this stunning piece glimmers beautifully and when the wind blows, it fills your garden, patio or living room with soft, soothing sounds.

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A Cheerful Design Shoppers Love

Perfect for elevating your morning coffee while watching the sunrise or for curling up on the back porch with a book and enjoying the light breeze, it's easy to see why shoppers are so drawn to this piece.

"Oh my gosh, I'm in LOVE with this chime," one fan raved in a review. "This is gorgeous!"

Other fans chimed in, one calling it both "beautiful and cheerful," while claiming they will be "purchasing three more for friends and family!"

"These wind chimes are chimin'," another fan added. "Excellent quality, nice large size and bright colors."

In terms of size, the chime measures 26.75 inches tall, 4.75 inches wide, and 4.75 inches deep, making it a statement piece in its own right. And considering it normally retails for $16.99, snagging it now for just over $8 feels like a no-brainer.

Get yours now while it's still in stock, and maybe follow others' lead and snag one or two as gifts for your loved ones. And while you're there, don't miss out on Hobby Lobby's gorgeous geometric wood cabinet and antique-style farmhouse ladder for more must-have home upgrades.

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Cold Stone Creamery is debuting two ice creams this month, which means several new treats featuring these flavors are awaiting fans on their next visit.

The popular ice cream chain is teaming up with Oreo and Reese's for two new ice cream flavors and an indulgent series of sweet new creations, including sundaes, cakes and shakes. And if you're thinking, "Hasn't the brand done this before?" Yes, Reese's and Oreos are longtime menu staples, but not like this, so Cold Stone is calling it "the ultimate collab."

Remember a couple of months ago when the internet went wild for the new Oreo x Reese's cookies? Well, Cold Stone is churning it into a new flavor.

"We're all in on Oreo cookies and Reese'sthis summer! This iconic duo plus our smooth and creamy made-fresh ice cream is a making sweet dreams come true!" Jana Schneider, vice president of national programs at Kahala Brands (the parent company of Cold Stone Creamery), shared in a statement. "Our ice cream lovers have long combined Oreo cookies and Reese'sin their own customized Creations, but now all that deliciousness is balanced perfectly in our Cookies 'n' Peanut Butter Ice Cream."

Cold Stone Creamery Goes 'All In' On Oreo and Reese's With Several New Summer Treats

At the heart of the over-the-top collab are two new Cold Stone ice cream flavors: Cookies 'n' Peanut Butter Ice Cream and Oreo Cookie Chocolate Covered Pretzel Ice Cream.

• Cookies 'n' Peanut Butter Ice Cream: includes Reese'sPeanut Butter Cup and Oreo x Reese's Cookies inclusions
• Oreo Cookie Chocolate Covered Pretzel Ice Cream: flavors of Oreo Cookies and Chocolate Covered Pretzel

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OREO Pretzel Perfection

The new flavors are also starring in two original Cold Stone sundae-style creations: the Cup & Cookie Chaos and the Oreo Pretzel Perfection.

• Cup & Cookie Chaos: Cookies 'n' Peanut Butter Ice Cream made with Oreo and Reese's, Reese'sPeanut Butter Cup and Oreo x Reese'sCookies.
• Oreo Pretzel Perfection: Oreo Cookie Chocolate Covered Pretzel Ice Cream, Oreo Cookies, Pretzels, Caramel and Sugar Crystals.

PB & Chocolate Cookie Duo and Cup & Cookie Chaos

Cold Stone Creamery

As well as in a "dynamic" new milkshake, the PB & Chocolate Cookie Duo, which blends Cookies 'n' Peanut Butter Ice Cream with Oreo and Reese'sbefore being topped with whipped topping, Reese'sPeanut Butter Sauce and Oreo Cookies.

And because Father's Day is just around the corner, the ice cream chain is debuting an over-the-top cake for all the Oreo and Reese's-obsessed dads out there, dubbed "The Perfect Pair." It features layers of moist Devil's Food Cake and Cookies 'n' Peanut Butter Ice Cream, which is decorated in fluffy Frosting made with Oreos and cascading Fudge Ganache

The new ice cream flavors, along with their related treats, are now available at Cold Stone Creamery locations nationwide, but only for a limited time (prices may vary).

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The Godfather universe is expanding, almost a decade since the release of the latest novel installment. A new book, approved by the estate of Mario Puzo, will be released in 2027 and will take place from the point of view of a female character.

According to The Associated Press, Random House revealed the new novel will be written by bestselling author Adriana Trigiani, known for works like "The Shoemaker's Wife." Unlike prior book installments, the newest addition will be from the point of view of Connie Corleone. The third novel will also be the first to be written by a woman, with prior installments having been written by Puzo and Mark Winegardner.

"'Connie’ is a novel about how a woman works to forge her own way in a world that’s already decided who she is, what she’s about, and how she should be treated,” Trigiani said in a statement Wednesday. “People underestimated Don Vito Corleone and Michael Corleone at their peril. The same will be true for Connie Corleone."

In a statement, Anthony Puzo, the author’s son and executor, said they had been looking for someone to retell the story from a new perspective for some time.

“Adriana was knocked out when I told her that the character of Vito Corleone (played in the films by Brando and De Niro) was actually based on my grandmother. We talked about how the women ran both of our families, but behind the scenes. Adriana’s vision for Connie’s life blew us all away. I’m very pleased and excited to have her on board," he said.

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Per the books, Constanzia "Connie" Corleone is the youngest child of Vito Corleone and later married Carlo Rizzi. Throughout her story, she endures abuse by her husband and betrayal tied to his role in Sonny Corleon's death. Connie becomes a transformed woman who follows her brother Michael's rise as the head of the crime family.

In The Godfather, the role of Connie was played by actor Talia Shire, who is also the younger sister of the film's director, Francis Ford Coppola. Carlos was played by actor Gianni Russo, with Michael played by Al Pacino.

According to AP, after Puzo died in 1999, his estate battled with Paramount over the right to the Corleone characters. In the end, the estate and Paramount came to an agreement where the estate would decide on all book projects. As of now, Paramount still has the film rights and hasn't made an announcement of a new movie installment with the release of "Connie."

It's almost summertime, which means bronzed, glowy skin is very much on-trend. You don't have to break the bank in order to achieve the look, though. In fact, Kara Beauty has ensured it thanks to its stunning 3-in-1 balm that is a bronzer, blush and highlight all in one.

Kara Beauty's Sunlit Radiance Glow Balm gives you the most gorgeous golden hour glow. Available in three radiant shades, including Gilded Glow (pictured below), Rose Glow and Sienna Glow, there is a shade for every skin tone. Each glow balm functions as a highlight, blush and bronzer all in one, making it the perfect addition to your makeup routine this summer.

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Sunlit Radiance Glow Balm, $14 at Kara Beauty

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Kara Beauty's Sunlit Radiance Glow Balm leaves a dewy, glass-skin finish thanks to its natural mica shimmer. Unlike other highlighters, this one leaves a radiant finish that looks skin-like and natural. It's comfy to wear, too. Its balm texture isn't sticky at all and feels smooth upon application. It flawlessly melts into the skin, making every minute of wear part of the beautiful golden hour. Oh, and even better? It's vegan and cruelty-free.

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To apply, use your fingertips or a flat brush and press Kara Beauty's Glow Balm into your skin in spots where the light would naturally hit, including the cheekbones, the tip of the nose, the brow bones and the cupid's bow. This will give you that coveted sun-kissed glow all summer long.

Shoppers love this Sunlit Radiance Glow Balm, giving it an average rating of 4.8 stars on KaraBeauty.com.

"Currently obsessed with sunlit radiant balm in the shade deep rose glow! I love that it blends really nicely on the skin, and it's super buildable," raved one fan in a five-star review on Kara Beauty's website.

"This blush is incredibly smooth and finely milled—it blends seamlessly into my foundation and looks so natural on the skin. I'm absolutely obsessed with it, love it so much!!!" said another happy Kara Beauty customer in a five-star review on KaraBeauty.com.

You can order this multitasking glow balm on KaraBeauty.com. It retails for $14. Kara Beauty offers free shipping on orders of $35 and more.

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