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Iconic ’90s Singer Announces New Song 43 Years After Beginning Career
Shania Twain announced some exciting news.
The legendary 1990s country singer revealed that a new song from her upcoming studio album, "Faded Blue Jeans," will be out on streaming platforms this Friday. This will serve as the third single before the release of Little Miss Twain, out on July 24, and is a collaboration with Josh Homme.
"Faded blue jeans / Big holes in the knees / Had ‘em ever since I was 17," Twain teased on her official X account on Wednesday.
Previously, the "Any Man of Mine" singer shared a snippet of the track on Instagram on Tuesday, saying it’s “one more for the road,” before Little Miss Twain is released. The new album is set to have 15 tracks. So far, Twain has put out the songs “Dirty Rosie” and the title track with Tanya Tucker.
Faded blue jeans
Big holes in the knees
Had ‘em ever since I was 17
Faded Blue Jeans - out this Friday: https://t.co/ObfaCzh9Jj pic.twitter.com/2P4L6N9uWx
Born Eilleen Regina Twain, but best known as Shania Twain, the musician was born and raised in Canada. Twain started her professional music career in the early 1990s, signing with Mercury Nashville Records. Since releasing her first song, "What Made You Say That," in 1993, Twain has sold over 100 million records, making her one of the best-selling music artists of all time and the best-selling female artist in country music history.
Throughout her career, Twain has received five Grammy Awards, two World Music Awards, 39 BMI Songwriter Awards, inductions to Canada's Walk of Fame and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, as well as the Canadian Music Hall of Fame and Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame.
Little Miss Twain is her follow-up to her 2023 album, Queen of Me. During an interview with SiriusXM's The Pulse, Twain revealed that many of the themes of the tracks are inspired by her youth and childhood. When talking about "Faded Blue Jeans," she says that the song is inspired by young love.
"Thinking back to when I was probably about 12 and in puppy love, and how I was determined to resist letting go of my love if the parents didn't approve. It was quite dramatic, you know, falling in love when you're 12. So, the song's all about that," she shared.
Shania Twain performs at Thomond Park Stadium on July 07, 2026 in Limerick, Ireland.Debbie Hickey/Getty Images
"A lot of Little Miss Twain is reflective of my teens, my roots as well as the energy of the rock and R&B I loved so much, but still with that Western twang," Twain wrote in a press release. "Where I’m from, you don’t go anywhere on a horse — you go on a snowmobile. I was dreaming about the Western lifestyle and I was living in a very different world than where I ended up."
"Faded Blue Jeans," featuring Josh Homme, will be out on streaming platforms this Friday. Meanwhile, Little Miss Twain will be released on July 24.
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Walmart’s ‘Whimsical’ $10 Solar Frog Light Radiates Cottagecore Charm, Giving Your Yard a Storybook Feel
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In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, the cottagecore aesthetic can be a reminder to slow down. This aesthetic is all about nature-inspired pieces that feel dreamy, whimsical, and cozy. If you’re looking to incorporate some of that charm into your home, this Peuhop Solar Light Frog Statue at Walmart is a fantastic addition that’ll add a storybook feel to your backyard.
There’s no better time than right now to snag this solar light statue because it’s currently on sale for 50% off with a limited-time flash deal. Normally retailing for $20, it’s now marked down to just $10. Functional and decorative, this solar light statue might just be the missing piece that’ll bring your home’s outdoor space together.
Peuhop Solar Light Frog Statue, $10 (was $20) at Walmart Shop at WalmartRadiating with cottagecore charm, this solar light statue will transform your outdoor space into a magical storybook scene. This statue captures a slow-paced lifestyle, showcasing a frog sitting in a rocking chair with its legs crossed and a mug in its hand. Reviewers had fantastic things to say about this statue, describing it as "whimsical,” “adorable,” and “darling.” A shopper even commented that this statue evokes a sense of calmness in them, and another reviewer said that it makes them smile.
Made of resin, this statue is weather-resistant. It’s designed to withstand intense sunlight, rain, and snow without cracking or fading. The rocking chair is etched with woodgrain lines, giving it texture and making it feel lifelike. Featuring a streaky finish, this statue looks as though it were hand-painted, which adds some artisanal charm.
Measuring around 4 inches wide and tall, this dainty statue will fit beautifully in any area of your outdoor space, whether it’s your garden, porch, or patio. During the day it’ll add some cottagecore energy to your backyard. Fixed with an LED light bulb inside the mug, it’ll double as a soft light at night. However, if you want to use it solely as decor, you can keep it inside your house instead.
Sustainable and environmentally friendly, this light relies purely on solar power rather than batteries or electricity. The back of the statue is equipped with a solar panel that should be placed in direct sunlight. It needs around five to eight hours of sunlight to charge. When it gets dark out, the light will automatically turn on and glow for six to 10 hours. Shoppers noted that the light isn’t too bright, but it does a great job illuminating the statue.
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If you can’t get enough of the cottagecore aesthetic or simply want to add some cozy lighting to your backyard, don’t hesitate to snag the Peuhop Solar Light Frog Statue at Walmart while it’s still on sale for just $10. Be sure to hurry because it’ll only be available at this buzzworthy price for a limited time!
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4 Misunderstood Traits of People Who Raise Their Voice, According to Psychologists
We all seem to know that person who seemingly can't help but raise their voice far too often. It seems like the smallest thing going wrong is enough to set them off and start yelling. And as someone who's always really hated being yelled at, I tend to assume that when someone raises their voice in my direction, it's because they're angry with me.
However, according to psychologists, when someone yells at you, it's often not about you—it's about them. In fact, there are a number of reasons why certain people are prone to raising their voices when talking to others.
Not only that, but there are also a number of personality traits that people who raise their voices tend to have, many of which highlight how misunderstood they might be.
And although there is no excuse for repeatedly yelling at others, it's certainly interesting to look at these patterns (especially if you know someone who needs to work on their temper).
To learn more about all this, Parade spoke with Dr. Sarah Porter, Ph.D., a consulting psychologist based in Texas, and Dr. Dave Cundiff, MD, a psychologist and the Medical Director at Crestview Recovery Center in Oregon.
Why Do Some People Raise Their Voices All the Time?According to Dr. Porter, when someone raises their voice, it's usually not for the reasons you think.
"People often assume that someone who raises their voice is angry or intentionally trying to intimidate others," she tells Parade. "In reality, loudness is often a learned communication habit or a sign that a person's nervous system is overwhelmed."
And though there are various personality traits that people who raise their voice may have (and I'll get to those in a moment), Dr. Porter explains that "voice volume is less about personality traits and more about family or workplace dynamics, stress levels and emotional intelligence skills."
As Dr. Cundiff puts it, "Being loud is not always about being mad." As a matter of fact, there are a few factors that can contribute to someone raising their voice often, such as:
Growing up in a loud householdA loud household is often seen as a bad thing, and can be cause for concern regarding verbal abuse. However, a loud household can also mean that everyone simply speaks expressively and at a high volume. Either way, someone who grew up in a household like this might not notice an issue with raising their voice.
"In some families and workplaces, speaking loudly is the norm rather than a signal that something is amiss. Elevated volume may be the most reliable way to convey enthusiasm, grab someone's attention, or ensure one's point is heard," Dr. Porter explains. "Individuals used to these settings may be genuinely surprised to learn that their partners, coworkers or friends accustomed to quieter environments perceive their communication style as intense or confrontational."
Dr. Cundiff echoes Dr. Porter's sentiment.
"People who have grown up in homes where everyone speaks loudly all the time may think that speaking loudly is what most people do," he tells Parade. "Most likely, someone who grew up like this will never really know how loudly they speak or even notice it until they are spoken to about it."
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Stress"Ongoing stress keeps your body on high alert; that's when you see big emotional reactions," explains Dr. Cundiff. "Your increased volume may just be because you have been stressed for so long, and it has become a reaction before you even realize what you're doing."
Dr. Porter adds that when someone is stressed and speaks at a high volume, it can indicate that their "nervous system is stretched beyond its limits."
"When people are overwhelmed, frustrated or under sustained pressure, their voice volume may unintentionally increase because they have fewer cognitive and emotional resources available for self-monitoring," she says. "Prolonged stress can reduce our capacity for emotional regulation and make it harder to communicate calmly during difficult conversations."
Feeling unheardFeeling unheard can also cause someone to raise their voice.
"Many times, people will yell or scream at others because they do not think anyone is paying attention to what they have to say," Dr. Cundiff says. "Often, people will yell simply so that someone will hear them. People tend to speak more calmly and with less anger when they feel listened to and respected."
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4 'Misunderstood' Traits of People Who Raise Their Voice, According to a PsychologistIf someone frequently raises their voice, they likely have these common traits—which can be easily misunderstood, an expert says.
1. Emotional immaturitySomeone who raises their voice a lot may be emotionally immature, explains Dr. Porter.
"Emotional intelligence begins with recognizing our emotions in the moment and understanding how those feelings then influence our behavior and impact on others," she says. "Without this self-awareness, we often don't register our growing urgency or irritation until it spills over into our communication."
2. High passion and energyAccording to Dr. Cundiff, individuals who raise their voice a lot are often incredibly passionate, high-energy people.
"Although some people may speak loudly as a reflection of anger, there can be many other reasons why a person speaks loudly, such as excitement, passion or being fully engaged in a conversation," he explains. "When you look beyond just the volume to consider the overall context in which a person is speaking, it will provide a better picture of that person's personality than simply focusing on how loud they are."
3. ImpulsivityThere is a strong correlation between impulsivity and raising one's voice, per Dr. Cundiff.
"More impulsive people tend to act on impulses of emotion as opposed to taking some time to think about what they want to say," he explains. "Therefore, when someone is frustrated, excited, or perceives that conflict arises, there is a greater tendency for them to raise their voices to communicate and express their feelings."
4. DefensivenessPeople who are defensive have an urge to stand up for themselves without thinking—and according to Dr. Cundiff, there is a correlation between defensive people and people who raise their voices.
"Very defensive individuals may view neutral comments as negative criticism or an attack on their self-concept," he says. "At that time, to protect themselves or express their views, louder speech is often used, whether it is done intentionally or unintentionally as intimidation."
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What To Do if Someone You Know Always YellsWhen someone raises their voice with you, it can be tempting to yell back (or, if you're me, to burst into tears). However, when someone raises their voices with you a lot, "the key is to become curious about both intent and impact rather than jumping to conclusions," notes Dr. Porter.
If you suspect the person raising their voice at you "has repeatedly felt dismissed or overlooked," their yelling could "be an attempt to ensure their concerns receive attention," she says. It's important to reassure the person that you hear their perspective.
If you think the person is yelling in a response to high stress, talk to them about finding productive ways to reduce stress.
"Lowering your level of stress may help improve how you relate to other people," says Dr. Cundiff. "By developing effective strategies for dealing with stress and taking a moment to consider one's response before reacting, individuals can promote a calmer and more productive conversation."
And if emotional immaturity is at play, there are many ways people can work on that.
"Fortunately, we can purposefully deepen our emotional intelligence through practices like mindfulness, self-assessment questions and soliciting feedback from trusted others, helping ensure that our communication style better aligns with our intentions," says Dr. Porter.
Final Takeaways:People who raise their voices a lot are not always simply angry—there is often more going on beneath the surface.
- There are many reasons why someone might raise their voice, including stress, desperation to feel heard and having grown up in a loud household.
- Personality traits that people who their voices often have include emotional immaturity, high passion, impulsivity and defensiveness.
- There are ways to work on one's volume and temper. Some people who raise their voice a lot may benefit from working with a therapist.
If you or someone you love are experiencing domestic violence, know you’re not alone and it isn’t your fault—and that there’s a safe way out. Please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233, or go to thehotline.org for confidential help without judgment, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
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Sources:- Dr. Sarah Porter, Ph.D., consulting psychologist
- Dr. Dave Cundiff, MD, psychologist and Medical Director at Crestview Recovery Center
Beloved Metal Band, Disbanded for 5 Years, Announces Final Performance
Shields shared some unfortunate news with their fans.
The English metal band took to Instagram on Wednesday to announce that they are officially breaking up. Shields originally disbanded in 2018 after the sudden death of their guitarist, George Christie, before reuniting again in 2023. After releasing a new album and touring as a band for three years, Shields shared that they will be playing their final show on Aug 14 at Sanctum Festival in England.
"Shields is a band that came to an abrupt end in 2018, for reasons many of you know. In 2023, we decided to pick it up again and see how it felt. We played shows, got excited, wrote and released an album that we are immensely proud of," Shields wrote in a statement. "Since becoming more active again, our priorities have become clearer, and we feel we have fully expressed ourselves. We feel that we can leave Shields where it is now, on our own terms. We all have our own feelings about this band ending, but what is clear is that we all want the best for each other and will always remain close friends."
They also gave a shoutout to Alastair Wain and Krishan Pujara, who joined the band in 2023.
View this post on InstagramShields is a London-based metal group that was formed in 2012. The group wrote and self-released their first EP in 2013, then began touring the UK relentlessly, gathering their strong following. In April 2015, Shields dropped their second EP, Guilt, which for the next two years would take them on tours running laps around Europe and the UK. In 2018, the sudden death of their founding member and guitarist, George Christie, caused them to disband.
Though many expected Shields to end for good in 2018, the group released Death & Connection in 2026, their most recent studio album.
"When I look back on the time spent creating Death & Connection, it was both beautiful and strange, complex and painful,” vocalist Joe Edwards shared with New Noise Magazine. “The want to address specific themes wasn’t something we considered, as the need to vent our personal troubles had grown to an impossible weight. We were only able to begin processing our pain through creativity."
"Upon the early days of creating this album, we were aware it was going to involve us revisiting the individual traumas that we’d been harboring, but we didn’t really anticipate the depths in which it had anchored itself to our lives. Processing pain in real time meant we had to display total vulnerability with each other," Edwards continued. "Thankfully, we have been friends for 21 years and have the stability in our friendship to comfortably and safely let this happen."
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Despite the sudden announcement, fans expressed their love and support for Shields, wishing them the best of luck for their next adventures.
One user wrote, "Lots of love guys - thanks for all the music you’ve ever put out 🫰🏻."
"Sorry to hear this guys, but calling time on your own terms is noble and something not everyone has the stones to do, so big respect 🖤," Max, a musician, commented. "honoured to have shared a stage with you since your return! Looking forward to what each of you does next."
"Godspeed, gentlemen. From the release of "I Just Feel Hate" to Death & Connection and finally getting to meet and chat at Modern Era, your music and legacy has really meant a lot to me as a growing musician and a festival owner," Joe Hammond, the owner of Sanctum Fest, commented. "I’m really honoured to be hosting you for your final show."
"The show earlier this month was great, good people and incredible artists. Look forward to what you all do next, respect!" a fan wrote out.
"Thanks for all the music 🖤," one simply said.
"No way 😢 you’ll be so missed," another fan commented. "Absolute treasures in the industry ❤️."
View this post on Instagram"Keep an eye out for whatever we might be doing next on our own paths, and thank you to everyone who has supported us, come to see us live, bought merch, and listened to our music," Shields concluded in their statement. "No band can exist without those who give it their time and energy."
The Sanctum Festival: Modern Metal Festival will take place from Aug 14-16 at the Dead Wax Digbeth in Birmingham. On top of Shields headlining Day 1 of the music festival, other acts include Swarm6ix, Alchemize, Cover Mouth, Vanita and more. Tickets can be purchased on the festival's official website.
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‘Little House’ Star Alison Arngrim Reveals the Haunting Prediction Michael Landon Made Before He Died
With Netflix preparing to introduce a new generation toLittle House on the Prairie (season 1 of the "reimagining" drops on Netflix July 9 at 3 a.m. ET), excitement around the beloved franchise continues to reach a fever pitch. The upcoming Netflix adaptation, inspired by Laura Ingalls Wilder's classic books, has sparked even more interest in the television series that first became a cultural phenomenon in the 1970s.
For Alison Arngrim, who made television history as the unforgettable Nellie Olsen, the enthusiasm is something she never imagined when she was cast at just 12 years old. More than five decades later, Little House on the Prairie continues to find new audiences around the globe, including podcasts, live shows, and fan events. Arngrim herself runs a podcast, The Alison Arngrim Show, and was featured on the 50th Anniversary show podcast with other cast members in May 2025. Her book Confessions of a Prairie Bitch: How I Survived Nellie Oleson and Learned to Love Being Hated, came out in June 2010.
"I never, in a billion, trillion years thought that 52 years later there would be this much fuss about the prairie," Arngrim tells Parade exclusively of the show that is in 140 countries. "I certainly didn't think I'd be doing a podcast about it, have a New York Times bestselling book, and multiple events. The emotional reaction from people all over the world, saying this show is part of their childhood and part of their family, is really unbelievable. Our show still means something to people this many years later."
I got in touch with the actor, comedian, podcaster, and author on Monday, July 6. In this exclusive interview, Arngrim discusses the Netflix reboot, the enduring success of Little House, her hit podcast, touring the world with her one-woman show, and why she believes the series continues to resonate with audiences more than 50 years later.
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Q: What do you think about Netflix's upcoming Little House on the Prairie series?
Alison Arngrim: I'm excited to see it. Rebecca [Sonnenshine], the showrunner, talks about being raised on Laura Ingalls Wilder and the books. I joke about it in my stand-up act. I say, 'It's not a bunch of guys in a smoke-filled room with pinky rings and cigars going, 'Let's make Little House on the Prairie.' It is people who are very into it, so they're not going trash it. It is going to be be good.
The trailer's amazing. It's just breathing new life into everything else we do. People will turn around and watch our [original] show on Amazon again just to contrast and compare. It's just pouring gasoline on the big prairie fire. A rising tide lifts all boats. I love that they're going back to the books and will be in Kansas for a while. They're squeezing in a lot of historical things, and Dr. Tan, who is in the books, gets a whole character arc. And all the Native American characters are being played by First Nations actors. I love that."
Q: How did playing Nellie Olsen change your life?
Arngrim: It sounds completely cliché to say Nellie Olsen saved my life, but she absolutely did. Growing up, I was bullied. I was abused as a child. I went through every terrible thing. And I get on the show, and I'm the villain. I'm able to vent all my hostilities, and spew all my rage, and get everything out of my system.
And I'm surrounded by these people who are really kind to me and very nice. I'm in a safe space with good people, doing good work with adults who are completely kind and pleasant. I'm able to get out all of my negative emotions all day long and be rewarded for it.
If doctors had written up a prescription, they couldn't have done any better. I absolutely think it's one of the reasons I still have any of my marbles left.
[Editor's note: In a 2004 interview with Larry King, she revealed that she was sexually abused by a family member starting at the age of 6].
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Q: Do you have a favorite Little House on the Prairie episode?
Arngrim: My favorite episode is 'Bunny,' where Nellie pretends to be paralyzed. Doc Baker is trying to explain why she can't walk. Her parents are devastated. Mr. Ingalls has to stop what he's doing and build her a wheelchair. Miss Beadle has to send her schoolwork home. The entire town gets dragged into this 13-year-old girl's psycho, wackadoo drama, all because she was jealous of a boy Laura liked. Then Laura finds out she's faking and shoves her down the hill in the wheelchair into the pond. It's one of the greatest revenge-on-a-bully sequences in television history. It's epic because of how far Nellie goes. There's a whole scene with Doc Baker poking her foot with a needle. That's the best episode of the whole series.
Q: Let's talk about Michael Landon, who played Charles "Pa" Ingalls,and died in 1991 from pancreatic cancer. Did Michael Landon realize the show would have this kind of legacy?
Arngrim: Michael told several people, 'One day people will still be watching the show after we're all gone.' He said that long before he was diagnosed with cancer. He said, 'Long after I'm dead, people will still be watching Little House on the Prairie.' Nobody believed him. But Michael knew something. It was hitting some nerve with people. He got it.
Q: Looking back, would you play Nellie any differently?
Arngrim: I would have leaned in more. I would have doubled down on the whole thing. I always say, if you're an actor and you're thinking about doing something, and you're not sure, 'Should I?' the answer is yes. In fact, do even more than that. I would have doubled down and leaned in even more on the whole insanity."
Q: What do you remember about your audition for Nellie?
Arngrim: I was 12, and I hadn't read the books. I didn't know anything about Nellie Oleson. I got these sides, turned to my father, and said, 'This is not a normal part. This girl is a total bitch. My father was dying with laughter. He said, 'Don't change anything. Don't rehearse it again. Just do exactly what you just did.' I went in, and Michael Landon and the producers started laughing hysterically. They asked me to read it again. I asked, 'What would you like me to change?' They said, 'Nothing.' By the time I got back to the house, my agent called and said I'd been hired. Michael made decisions like that. He just knew."
Q: Why do you think Little House on the Prairie still connects with audiences around the world?
Arngrim: Everybody has a Mrs. Oleson at their job, and everybody has a Nellie at school. That's what people identify with. But because it's set in the 1800s, it doesn't date. I keep meeting people from Peru, Iraq, Iran, Israel, Colombia, Sri Lanka, Borneo, France, Argentina, Japan, Belgium, Switzerland—the whole world. They all tell me, 'The show is so emotional, and they identify with it because the Ingalls' problems are everyone's problems.'
Q: You, Little House actor Dean Butler, who played Almanzo Wilder, and series expert Pamela Bob started The Little House on the Prairie 50th Anniversary Podcast in 2024. What can you share about the Little House on the Prairie podcast now that it's in its third season?
Arngrim: It was going a few episodes to commemorate the 50th anniversary, and it turned into this epic podcast. We have had people we didn't think would come on. Melissa Sue Anderson [who played Mary Ingalls] came on. She was incredible. We've had Melissa Gilbert [who played Laura Ingalls], guest stars, people who worked on the show, historians, and fans. We break down the episodes. We have people who were on them talk about them. It's really the biggest deep dive into Little House.
Now we're into our third season. We have a Patreon, a whole fan group, and more than a million downloads. It has blown up to proportions we never in our wildest dreams imagined. People tell me they watch the episodes over and over again.
Q: You also host The Alison Arngrim Show, which started in 2018, with episodes dropping weekly on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, iHeart, and everywhere you listen to podcasts. Tell me about that podcast.
Arngrim: We've been doing The Alison Arngrim Show for a few years. We talk about the TV shows and the movies that made us feel good, and the people who made them, and people who are doing things now to make the world a better and more interesting place.
I have actors, authors, and all kinds of interesting people on. Sometimes I'll have a scientist, like Dr. Otto Yang from UCLA. But generally it's actors and authors talking about their lives and what they're doing now. I basically give them free rein to express themselves, and it's a very positive.
Q: Your memoir, Confessions of a Prairie Bitch, became a bestseller, and you're still performing your one-woman show around the world. What has that journey been like?
Arngrim: I got asked to come perform in New York, and they told me I needed to do 90 minutes. I thought, 'Ninety minutes? Who has 90 minutes?' I actually put together the one-woman show that became Confessions of a Prairie Bitch. All true stories, plus a question-and-answer segment. I have been doing it for years all over the country. Then I was doing it in France because La Petite Maison dans la Prairie is super popular there.
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Legendary Country Star, 93, Breaks Hearts With Performance of Tragic Song at Concert
Willie Nelson is the last of a dying breed.
The legendary country singer is one of the most revolutionary musicians in history, having jumpstarted a type of country that is still talked about and revered to this day: Outlaw Country. The style was all about a rough, gritty, stripped back style that was unpolished in sound and substance, tackling real human issues and emotions. Perhaps the most famous group of outlaw country musicians ever was The Highwaymen.
The legendary supergroup was made up of Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Kris Kristofferson, and Johnny Cash. It was an iconic group that is sadly no longer with us save for Willie. This feeling of loss is the subject of Nelson's song "Last Leaf," which he recently performed live, breaking the audience's hearts.
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♬ original sound - Outlaw"Last Leaf" is a song about the deaths of his fellow bandmates, and how Nelson has lived so long past the lives of his friends. It's a tragic song about the pains of aging and the feelings associated with having everyone go away. Nelson's age adds to the performance, giving everything a melancholic air that touched fans hearts.
Taking to the comments, fans shared their heartfelt emotions surrounding the performance and how beautiful the song is.
"How sad that the words of this song reflect his life. R.I.P. to Johnny, Waylon and Kris! You truly are the last leaf on the tree of country music and you’ve been the greatest of all time! Rock on Willie! 🥰❤️"
"There will never be another. So thankful for your talent.❤️❤️❤️❤️"
"The last leaf on the tree. 😢 That entire group of singers will and have always been missed.. so glad Willie is still here with us. ♥️"
The Highwaymen made an incredible impact on music, and their memory will live on forever through their solo and combined efforts.
Sam's Club Debuts New Pumpkin Spice Bakery Item
It's July and pumpkin spice lovers can already get their hands on delicious treats at the bakery in Sam's Club.
The leaves won't change colors for a couple of months. But the Member's Mark Pumpkin Cream Cheese Blondies are here to enjoy, and hopefully stay for autumn.
Member's Mark Pumpkin Cream Cheese Blondies Are Now Available at Sam’s Club View this post on InstagramThis won't help the debate on when pumpkin season should start. Pumpkin spice is already showing up in stores days after July 4.
An Instagram account "Samsclubfoodreview" spotted a tray of nine blondies for $8.62. The cake has the necessary seasonal spices: nutmeg, cinnamon, and pumpkin. Each cake has a cream cheese swirl in the middle that is picture perfect.
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Sam's Club has a box of 72 frozen blondies available on the website for $55.22. This will be the first of many pumpkin-flavored items at the warehouse club.
Member's Mark previously had autumn desserts perfect for hosting Thanksgiving and more. Pumpkin spice cake balls, honeycrisp apple lattice pie, fall cutout cookies, pumpkin cream cheese cake roll, and pecan pie were available last year, according to Mashed.
Walmart And Sam's Club Summer Items Are on Sale View this post on InstagramThere is another good thing about early pumpkin spice items. Walmart and Sam's Club are lowering prices on summer essentials.
"This summer, we’re making even more investments in price, with thousands of Rollbacks across the products customers are shopping for most, including beef, fresh produce and beverages, grills, pools, toys and summer fashion apparel," Julie Barber, Executive Vice President and Chief Merchant, Walmart US said in a July 6 press release.
The Rollbacks include:
- Fresh Sweet Corn on the Cob ($0.25 each, was $0.68)
- Great Value Ice Cream 48 fl. oz ($2.50, was $2.97)
- Lay's Classic Potato Chips 8 oz bag ($2.50, was $2.97)
- 1 lb. 73% Ground Beef Roll, Fresh ($5.94, was $6.74)
- Frito-Lay Family Fun Variety Pack, 18-count ($8.97, was $9.97)
- Great Value Disposable Paper Plates, 200-count ($8.97, was $9.97)
- Fresh Red Cherries 2.25 lb. bag ($5.63, was $11.18)
- Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Dr. Pepper and Diet Mountain Dew 24-packs ($9.97, was $13.97)
- Coca-Cola, Diet Coke and Coca-Cola Zero Sugar 24-packs ($9.97, was $14.97)
Sam's Club lowered prices on snacks and food perfect for grilling:
- Member's Mark Bone-In Chicken Wings ($2.00/lb., was $2.88/lb.)
- Member's Mark Whole Bone-In Pork Back Ribs ($3.18/lb., was $3.48/lb.)
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1970 Classic Ballad, Named No. 1 Hit Song, Became a Soft Rock Anthem
Sometimes a single performance can transform a song into a timeless classic.
That was the case with "One Less Bell to Answer." Released by The 5th Dimension in 1970, the heartfelt ballad became one of the vocal group's biggest hits, topping the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart and reaching No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100. More than five decades later, it remains one of the defining soft rock ballads of its era.
The song had an unusual journey to success.
Written by Burt Bacharach and Hal David, "One Less Bell to Answer" was originally recorded by singer Keely Smith in 1967. Although that version received modest attention, it wasn't until The 5th Dimension recorded the song three years later that it became a major commercial success.
"Whenever we’d get ready to record, we would have what we called 'listening sessions," singer Marilyn McCoo said in an interview. "Before the sessions, our producer, Bones Howe, would go through a ton of music— he had such an incredible ear, and he could hear songs that really had potential — and he would wade through those songs and bring us what he thought were the best ones for us to listen to."
One of those songs just so happed to be "One Less Bell to Answer," which derived much of its emotional power from McCoo's unforgettable lead vocal.
Backed by Bacharach's elegant melody, lush orchestration and sophisticated harmonies, McCoo delivered a poignant performance about coping with the loneliness that follows the end of a relationship. The gradual emotional build, sweeping strings and soaring vocal climax also give the recording many of the hallmarks of a classic power ballad, even as it remained firmly rooted in soft rock and adult contemporary music.
Listeners immediately embraced the song.
"One Less Bell to Answer" became one of The 5th Dimension's signature recordings and further cemented the group's reputation for bringing Bacharach and David's sophisticated songwriting to mainstream audiences.
"When we formed the group it was originally called The Versatiles," McCoo told Classic Bands. "At the time we signed with Johnny Rivers, and went into the studio to record, he suggested we come up with something a little 'newer' sounding. He said The Versatiles had sort of an old ring to it. So, we all went home and the next day came back with a list of names. Ronald came in with the name The Fifth Dimension. We knew right away that was it. We all voted for The Fifth Dimension. It said everything we wanted to say."
Over the years, the ballad has remained a staple of soft rock and adult contemporary radio. Its timeless arrangement and universally relatable lyrics have also inspired numerous cover versions by artists spanning pop, R&B and jazz, further demonstrating the enduring strength of the song’s composition.
Although The 5th Dimension would continue to enjoy success throughout the 1970s, "One Less Bell to Answer" remains one of the group’s most beloved performances. Marilyn McCoo's expressive vocal turned the song into far more than a chart hit; it became an emotional touchstone for generations of listeners.
More than 50 years after climbing the charts, "One Less Bell to Answer" continues to resonate with audiences around the world. Its elegant melody, heartfelt lyrics and unforgettable vocal performance have helped it endure as one of soft rock’s greatest ballads.
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Anthropologie's Charming Crystal Squiggle Hoop Earrings Are 'Fun for Travel' and Just $18 Right Now
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A pair of cute hoop earrings is an essential piece to have in any jewelry collection, especially ones that you can easily dress up or down for any occasion. The Crystal Squiggle Hoop Earrings at Anthropologie have a unique, stylish design that perfectly fits the bill, and they're on sale for over 60% off right now.
For a limited time, you can snag the top-rated earrings for just $18, down from its original $48 price tag. They come in a versatile gunmetal color and feature a quirky squiggle shape with small crystal accents, adding just a hint of shine to help complete any outfit.
Crystal Squiggle Hoop Earrings, $18 (was $48) at Anthropologie Shop at AnthropologieMeasuring 1.5 inches in diameter, the hoops are just the right size to stand out while still remaining subtle and elegant enough for everyday use. The post-style hoops fasten securely in the back, so you can wear them comfortably all day long.
The sleek design is easy to style with other jewelry. You can pair the hoops with a delicate chain necklace and stacked bangles, or keep your look simple by adding just a dainty cuff and a ring. You can also add this pair to a chic ear stack, layering them alongside minimalist studs and modern huggies.
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7 Vintage Cake Recipes That Award-Winning Bakers Swear By
Long before social media made elaborate cake decorating trendy again, bakers were creating desserts that became staples at birthdays, church suppers, holiday gatherings and afternoon tea tables. Many of those recipes have survived for generations, passed down through family cookbooks and shared at celebrations long before online cake ordering was even a thing.
Ask a group of accomplished pastry chefs to name the vintage cake they'll never stop baking, and you won't get seven versions of the same recipe. Instead, you'll hear stories—about grandmothers and holidays, childhood treats, restaurant signatures and recipes that have been lovingly passed from one generation to the next.
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The staying power of these cakes isn't just nostalgia. The best recipes and flavors earned their place because they were dependable and delicious. While these cakes span decades—or even centuries—of baking history, they all have something in common: they continue to bring people together. From Depression-era chocolate cakes and colorful 1970s creations to elegant European classics, here are the seven vintage cake recipes award-winning bakers still reach for today, along with the personal touches that keep them feeling just as special as ever.
Whether you're looking to revisit a family favorite or discover a historic dessert for the first time, these seven vintage cake recipes prove that great baking never goes out of style.
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What Is a Vintage Cake Style Called?Victorian Era Lambeth-Style Icing
When people talk about vintage cakes today, they're often referring to elaborately decorated Lambeth-style layer cakes that became popular in the early 20th century and featured intricate buttercream piping, shell borders, rosettes and other ornate details. On the other hand, other people may think of vintage cakes as the semi-homemade cakes that filled community cookbooks and church suppers during the 1950s through the 1980s when boxed cake mixes became a popular shortcut for home bakers.
In reality, the term "vintage cake" can refer to both a decorating style and a recipe. Some vintage cakes are recognized for their nostalgic appearance, while others have earned the distinction simply by standing the test of time. Whether it's a Victorian-era sponge cake, a Southern layer cake passed down through generations or a Depression-era chocolate cake, these recipes have remained part of baking tradition for decades—and some for well over a century.
That's why you'll find such a wide variety of cakes on this list. While their flavors, ingredients and origins may differ, each has become a lasting part of baking history thanks to generations of bakers who continued making them long after the trends that surrounded them faded away.
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What Does a Vintage Cake Look Like?Photo by Annie Spratt on Unsplash
There's no single look that defines a vintage cake because the category spans generations of baking traditions. Some are ornate layer cakes decorated with piped buttercream borders, rosettes and floral details, while others are simple loaf cakes, sheet cakes or fruit-filled desserts that rely on timeless flavors instead of elaborate decorations.
Other vintage cakes are far more understated. Whether elegantly decorated or delightfully simple, vintage cakes have endured because they evoke a sense of familiarity. They're the recipes that have appeared on holiday tables, at family reunions, birthday parties, church suppers and neighborhood potlucks for decades—earning a permanent place in home bakers' recipe collections. Whether elaborate or understated, vintage cakes prioritize timeless flavors and tried-and-true techniques over novelty ingredients and passing trends.
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7 Best Vintage Cake Recipes, According to Award-Winning BakersFrom dense chocolate creations to towering cake layers, these are the vintage cakes that made our list, straight from the award-winning bakers who love them.
1. Wacky CakeFew desserts better represent American ingenuity than wacky cake. Also known as crazy cake or Depression cake, the recipe emerged during the Great Depression when eggs, butter and milk were expensive or difficult to find. Instead, resourceful home bakers relied on pantry staples like vinegar and baking soda to create the lift and moisture typically provided by eggs. The result was an incredibly tender chocolate cake that remains popular nearly a century later.
Chef Alison Cates, a former executive pastry chef for MML Hospitality in Austin, Texas, and the 2017 recipient of the Jean Banchet Award for Rising Pastry Chef of the Year, says it's still one of her "most tried-and-true" cake recipes in her collection.
Chef Cates says that there's good reason to bring it back into mainstream use today. "It was developed when luxury ingredients were hard to come by—and with today's rising costs, it's an inexpensive recipe that uses ingredients people usually have in their cupboards already," she says.
She explains that the vinegar and baking soda reaction creates an exceptionally moist crumb, while the naturally vegan recipe is remarkably versatile. "I like to layer it with ganache made from dark chocolate and coconut milk. It's also great layered with jams and buttercream," Chef Cates says.
Nancy Mock, a food writer, recipe developer and founder of the recipe website Hungry Enough To Eat Six, agrees. "I love my grandmother’s vintage recipe for chocolate wacky cake," she says. She explains that even without traditional cake ingredients, the Depression-era dessert "has a delicious chocolate flavor and moist crumb."
Chef Mock recommends topping it with your favorite homemade frosting, fruit, ice cream or "even just a dusting of confectioners’ sugar."
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If ever there were a cake with a story to match its flavor, it's Smith Island cake. The Maryland classic dates back to the 1800s and is famous for its impossible number of thin yellow cake layers separated by rich chocolate frosting.
For celebrity pastry chef Duff Goldman, Smith Island cake ranks as his top choice for favorite vintage cakes. A Baltimore native and founder of Charm City Cakes, Chef Goldman was also among those who lent their names in support of the legislation recognizing Smith Island cake as Maryland's official state dessert, underscoring both his appreciation for the cake and its place in his home state's culinary history. According to Chef Goldman, "not only does it taste rich, but it is rich with history too."
With its eye-popping stack of delicate layers, Smith Island cake isn't just visually impressive—it represents generations of Chesapeake Bay tradition. Chef Goldman says that 'back in the 1800s, women would make the cakes for the men who would embark on the fall oyster harvest as a way for them to have a sweet reminder of home." It's the kind of tradition that proves the best vintage cakes aren't simply desserts. They're edible pieces of local history, lovingly passed from one generation to the next.
3. Victoria Sponge CakeNamed after Queen Victoria, who famously enjoyed a slice with her afternoon tea, Victoria sponge cake dates back to the 19th century and remains one of Britain's defining cakes. Traditionally layered with jam and buttercream, the simple yet elegant dessert has endured for generations thanks to its versatility and timeless flavor.
Eva Wong, the executive sous chef and pastry chef at the Armory Hotel Bozeman, is a fan of this classic dessert. "This is my go-to cake, as it not only tastes good, but it is a sturdy cake for building layers," she says.
Chef Wong stays true to the classic by adding her own subtle enhancements. "The version of Victoria sponge cake recipe that I use has both lemon and orange zest. If I want to enhance the flavor, I make a Grand Marnier cake syrup to drizzle on top."
4. Watergate Cake @iamsprungWatergate cake ____________________ this week's Sprung On Food episode is The History Of Watergate Cake, and i had never tried it before. until now! if you've never had it before, i highly recommend! it's ridiculously easy to make- and the classic recipe just calls for you to make it in a 9"x13" pan and plop the frosting right on top of that, and you can serve it from the pan (if making it into a layered cake is not your thing and you just want to get down to business) and if you've never heard of Watergate cake, you can watch the episode's video on YouTube (@iamsprung channel) and Spotify, or listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen to podcasts
♬ Today’s Pick - Sari SMFew cakes capture the spirit of the 1970s quite like Watergate cake. Exactly how it came by its name is still up for debate. Some believe it was created by a chef at the Watergate Hotel, while others think it was inspired by the era's infamous political scandal, with the cake's green color hidden beneath a layer of frosting as a tongue-in-cheek "cover-up." Whatever its true origin, the playful name helped turn an easy-to-make cake into one of the decade's most memorable desserts.
Award-winning New York pastry chef and food historian Katherine Sprung says the recipe perfectly represents its era. "Watergate cake was popping up around 1975 in an age when Jell-O salads and desserts were very trendy," she says.
Traditionally made using boxed cake mix and pistachio pudding, the cake remains surprisingly light and approachable.
Chef Sprung explains that the box cake and pistachio pudding mix come together to create a deliciously fluffy, moist and "perfectly pistachio-green aesthetic." Additionally, the Cool Whip-based topping keeps it from becoming overly sweet.
According to Chef Sprung, "it's really unique and very easy to make!"
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5. Chocolate Turtle CakeCourtesy Chef Brian Walter
Long before it became a cake or ice cream flavor, "turtle" referred to the famous candy made with chocolate, caramel and pecans. First introduced in the early 1900s, the sweet treat got its name from its turtle-like shape, with pecans peeking out like little legs. It wasn't long before home bakers began transforming those same flavors into cakes, brownies, cookies and bars. One vintage Chocolate Turtle Cake recipe from a 1940s-era cookbook recently resurfaced on an online recipe site; a reminder that some of the best recipes never go out of style.
Brian Walter, the executive chef at Jersey City's 87 Sussex, has received numerous accolades for the Chocolate Turtle Cake that headlines his dessert menu. Chef Walter's version stays true to the cake's signature chocolate-caramel flavor while making one simple change that gives it a little more depth.
"I use walnuts in my Turtle Cake because they bring balance," Chef Walter says. "The caramel and chocolate are rich and sweet, and the walnuts add an earthy flavor, a little bitterness and a satisfying crunch that keeps the cake from feeling one-dimensional."
While pecans are the traditional choice in most turtle desserts, Chef Walter says walnuts give the cake a slightly more rustic character without straying from the flavors that made it a classic in the first place.
6. Hummingbird CakePhoto by David Holifield on Unsplash
Hummingbird cake first gained widespread popularity in the United States after appearing in Southern Living magazine in 1978, where it quickly became one of the publication's most requested recipes. The cake is believed to have originated in Jamaica, where a similar dessert known as Doctor Bird Cake—named after the island nation's national bird—was promoted through tourism campaigns in the late 1960s.
Kristina Lavallee, founder of The Cake Girl bakery in Tampa, Florida, says it's the vintage cake she returns to time and time again, appreciating both its flavor and the memories it evokes. "[A] recipe that I always come back to is one of my all-time favorites: Hummingbird Cake," Chef Lavallee says. "It has been very popular since the '70s and is one of the classics that has never lost its popularity."
She says one of the easiest ways to elevate the recipe is by respecting its roots while making thoughtful improvements. "One tweak that I like to do is toast the pecans to bring more flavor out. I always use high-quality Madagascar vanilla, which really helps the flavor shine," she tells Parade.
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7. Danish Layer Cake (Lagkage)Courtesy Mindy Crosato
Some vintage recipes survive because they're printed in cookbooks. Others survive because someone in the family keeps making them.
For Mindy Crosato, a Chopped champion and the founder of Decadent Creations in Oregon, Danish layer cake, known in Denmark as lagkage, is one of those recipes. The tradition began with her great-grandmother, Anna Weiss, who immigrated from Austria to Chicago in the 1930s. After discovering a Danish layer cake she loved at Stop & Shop in downtown Chicago, Weiss recreated her own version from scratch. Nearly a century later, Chef Crosato still makes that recipe.
"I make it every Thanksgiving and have been calling it Cornucopia Cake," she says, adding that "it’s four layers of a moist vanilla cake layered with three different colors of homemade jams and marzipan buttercream."
Chef Crosato also adds toasted almonds and marzipan fruit as a holiday topper. Even with those small changes, the heart of the recipe remains the same: a family dessert that has been passed from one generation to the next. In fact, she says her grandfather still has his mother's original recipe, a family keepsake that continues to connect today's celebrations with those from nearly a century ago.
4 Chef-Backed Tips for Baking Vintage-Style CakesNew Africa / Shutterstock.com.com
One theme emerged again and again while speaking with these accomplished bakers: the best vintage cakes aren't about reinventing the past—they're about honoring it.
1. Master the Original Before Making It Your OwnPhoto by Smith Collection/Gado on Getty Images
One piece of advice came up repeatedly while speaking with our panel of bakers: don't be too quick to "improve" a classic.
Chef Walter recommends baking a vintage recipe exactly as it was written before making any changes. He says many home bakers are tempted to update vintage recipes too quickly. "My biggest piece of advice is not to rush in and modernize them," he tells Parade. Instead, you should respect the original recipe.
"Those recipes have lasted for generations for a reason," he says. "Start by making them exactly as written so you understand what makes them special. Once you've mastered the original, you can make thoughtful adjustments if needed."
Chef Lavallee shares a similar philosophy, saying the goal isn't to reinvent a family favorite. "People want to taste the cake that they remember, so I always focus on staying true to the original while making a few small enhancements," she adds.
2. Modernize With IntentionWhile the bakers agreed vintage recipes deserve respect, they also weren't afraid to make thoughtful enhancements.
For Chef Cates, that means pairing Depression-era wacky cake with dark chocolate and coconut milk ganache. For Chef Crosato, that means replacing the instant pudding in her family's Danish layer cake with scratch ingredients and homemade touches like toasted almonds and marzipan fruit. For Chef Lavallee, it means toasting the pecans in her hummingbird cake and using high-quality Madagascar vanilla to deepen its flavor.
Isaac Bernal Carbajo, the executive chef of the Representation of Spain to the United Nations, believes refinements should always serve the recipe—not overshadow it. "The goal isn't to reinvent a classic, but to let great ingredients speak for themselves," he says.
3. Start With Great IngredientsRobyn Mackenzie / Shutterstock.com
Several of the bakers we spoke with also emphasized that simple recipes leave little room for mediocre ingredients.
Chef Walter recommends using real butter, fresh eggs, quality chocolate and pure vanilla whenever possible, while Chef Bernal Carbajo says choosing the best ingredients you can find allows each flavor to stand on its own.
4. Bake To Be SharedMaria Korneeva / Getty Images
Perhaps the biggest lesson isn't about technique at all.
Chef Walter believes vintage cakes have endured because they were created with people—not perfection—in mind. He explains that "vintage cakes weren't designed to be flashy—they were meant to be shared. Their charm comes from honest flavors, solid technique and the memories they create around the table."
That sentiment resonated with Chef Lavallee, who says that's exactly what keeps her favorite vintage recipes alive generation after generation. "What I love most about vintage cake recipes is that they all bring us back to moments around the table with our loved ones," she explainss. "For me, hummingbird cake is one of those unique and flavorful cakes that, if done right, people remember for a long time after their last bite."
Sources:These are the seven accomplished bakers we spoke with who shared the vintage cake recipes they still love to bake today.
- Alison Cates is a former executive pastry chef for MML Hospitality in Austin, Texas, and the 2017 recipient of the Jean Banchet Award for Rising Pastry Chef of the Year. She is known for creating thoughtful desserts that blend classic techniques with modern flavors.
- Nancy Mock is a food writer, recipe developer and founder of the New England-inspired recipe site Hungry Enough to Eat Six. Mock was the grand prize winner of the 2016 National Girl Scouts of America Cookie Recipe Contest.
- Duff Goldman is a classically trained pastry chef, bestselling cookbook author and television personality best known for founding Baltimore's Charm City Cakes and starring on Food Network's Ace of Cakes. Today, he serves as a judge on several Food Network baking competitions, including Kids Baking Championship and Holiday Baking Championship.
- Eva Wong is the executive sous chef and pastry chef at the Armory Hotel Bozeman. She previously worked as a pastry chef under Thomas Keller at The French Laundry in Yountville, California, and Slanted Door in San Francisco, where she refined her classical pastry techniques.
- Katherine Sprung is a New York pastry chef, food historian and host of Sprung on Food, a podcast where she explores the history and pop culture behind iconic recipes and ingredients. Chef Sprung was the winner of Food Network's Chopped Sweets.
- Brian Walter is an honorary James Beard Foundation Member and is currently the executive chef at Jersey City's 87 Sussex. Chef Walter has over 20 years of culinary experience and was named a "Top 5 Chefs in NJ” by NJ Life Magazine.
- Kristina Lavallee, better known as The Cake Girl, is the winner of Dessert Wars Cake Showdown on Food Network's Bake It Til You Make It and the founder of The Cake Girl bakery in Tampa, Florida. She is renowned for her hyper-realistic custom cakes, and her celebrity clients include Cardi B, Tom Brady, Jason Momoa and John Travolta.
- Mindy Crosato is a Chopped champion and the founder of Decadent Creations in Oregon. Over nearly two decades, Chef Crosato has grown her bakery into an award-winning business with two retail locations.
- Isaac Bernal Carbajo is the decorated executive chef of the Representation of Spain to the United Nations. A native of Spain, Chef Bernal Carbajo has built his career in both traditional and high-end gastronomy, bringing classical European pastry and culinary techniques to one of the world's most distinguished diplomatic kitchens.
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Fans Are Calling Costco's Ready-to-Eat, Protein-Packed Snack 'Unexpectedly Fantastic'
Protein is having a major moment — and not just at breakfast. Shoppers are increasingly reaching for high-protein snacks that are convenient enough to toss in a work bag, gym tote or cooler without sacrificing flavor.
Costco, in particular, has become a go-to destination for discovering protein-packed finds that quickly earn cult status on social media. From cottage cheese creations to frozen favorites, the warehouse giant has a knack for stocking products that keep both nutrition-minded shoppers and food lovers happy.
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The latest viral find? Honey Smoked Fish Co.'s Salmon Stackers, a grab-and-go snack that's making the rounds on social media and Costco fan pages. Available at Costco in a four-pack, each snack kit comes with honey-smoked salmon, lemon-chive spread, gluten-free rice crackers and even a mini spreader, making it a true no-prep meal or snack that fans say is "unexpectedly fantastic."
Think of it as the grown-up version of a snack pack—only with smoked salmon instead of deli meat, giving it the modern upgrade many health-conscious shoppers are seeking.
Shoppers Are Calling This Costco Snack One of Their Best Finds YetEach three-ounce tray delivers 13 grams of protein along with 1,200 milligrams of omega-3 fatty acids, making it a satisfying option when you need something that will actually keep you full. The salmon is fully cooked, never frozen, and lightly honey-smoked for a subtly sweet, savory flavor that pairs perfectly with the creamy lemon-chive spread and crisp crackers.
As a registered dietitian nutritionist, this is exactly the kind of convenience food I love seeing more of. Protein helps promote fullness and supports muscle health, while salmon is one of the best sources of heart-healthy omega-3 fats. From a flavor standpoint, pairing the salmon with crackers and a flavorful spread creates a balanced snack that's satisfying without requiring any assembly beyond quick spreading and stacking.
It's also refreshingly practical. Whether you're headed to the office, packing a road-trip cooler, need a post-workout bite, or don't have time to make lunch, these stackers are ready whenever hunger strikes. Keep them refrigerated, grab one on your way out the door, and you're set.
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Fans Are Saying They 'Absolutely Love' Costco's Salmon StackersShoppers have been enthusiastic, with many calling the stackers a new staple thanks to their convenience and filling protein content. "They really are bomb!!" said one person. "I love the spread and the salmon is perfectly smoked," and "I absolutely LOVE these. I tell everyone about 'em," exclaimed two more. A few fans even shared their pairings, adding crunchy chili oil and cucumbers to elevate the entire experience.
If you're always on the hunt for high-protein snacks that don't require a blender, protein powder or hours of meal prep, these viral Salmon Stackers are worth adding to your next Costco haul. Sometimes the best snack is the one that's already packed, perfectly portioned and ready to eat.
Founding Member of '80s Rock Band Turns 70
Russell Christian of The Christians is celebrating an exciting birthday on Wednesday.
Russell, the former keyboard player, saxophonist and vocalist of The Christians, is celebrating his 70th birthday. One of the founders of the soul band, along with his brothers Garry and Roger, and Henry Priestman, Paul Barlow, Mike Bulger and Tony Jones, The Christians were established in 1985 in Liverpool, England. Since their formation, they have put out seven studio albums, including anniversary re-releases for their first two albums: The Christians and Colour.
British soul group The Christians (Garry Christian, Roger Christian, Russell Christian, Henry Priestman) pose for photo taken in 1989.BSR Agency/Gentle Look via Getty Images
The first five singles from their self-titled debut album, released in 1987, all made the top 40 in Britain, while The Christians peaked at No. 2 on the UK Albums Chart. Their second studio album, Colour, reached No. 1 in the UK, and many of the songs from that record hit the Top 20 in several other countries.
Despite their success throughout the late 1980s and early 1990s, the band broke up briefly in 1995 due to Garry Christian moving to Paris to record a solo album. Two years later, they reunited and went on a huge tour across Europe and the United Kingdom, regrouping as an acoustic group.
The Christians (Garry Christian, Roger Christian, Russell Christian) at the Diamond Awards Festival in Sportpaleis, Antwerpen, Belgium on November 1992.The Christians are still an active soul band with the current lineup of Garry Christian, Joey Ankrah, Neil Griffiths, Lionel Duke, Bobby Kewley and Mike Triggs. They recently released a new single, "When Saturday Comes," on May 22, and their most recent studio album is Soul from Liverpool in 2020.
In 2005, Russell Christian left the band because he didn't want to tour. Since then, he has pursued his own music career and has been self-releasing singles and EPs on Spotify. His most recent single, "Start a War," was released last month. Russell is now based in Las Vegas, and his solo project is influenced by "his love of American roots music" and combines the genres of Americana, folk, country, blues, indie, alt-country, rock and punk.
Beloved Metal Band Earns 18th No. 1 Hit Song Amid 2026 Tour
Legendary heavy metal band Five Finger Death Punch has secured their 18th No. 1 hit. The major milestone was reached on Monday when the band's most recent single, "Eye Of The Storm," topped Billboard's Mainstream Rock Airplay chart.
"Eye Of The Storm" was released on May 15 as the official lead single from their highly anticipated 10th studio album, Legacy. The new album is slated for release on July 31 and marks their first new music drop since their 2022 studio album, AfterLife.
The track becomes their 18th single to top the Mainstream Rock Airplay chart, continuing their record-breaking run for the most consecutive number-one hits in the 45-year history of the chart. The feat is the perfect way to commemorate nearly 20 years of music as the band wraps up their North American 20th Anniversary Tour.
Bassist Chris Kael, drummer Jeremy Spencer, vocalist Ivan Moody and guitarist Zoltan Bathory of Five Finger Death Punch pose backstage onboard Shiprocked! cruise on November 29, 2012 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.Chelsea Lauren/Getty Images
When speaking on the upcoming album, guitarist Zoltan Bathory expressed how the project reflects the band's career, emphasizing the experiences that defined their legacy as metal icons.
"Every album is a snapshot of who we were at that particular moment in time, and 'Legacy' is exactly what the title suggests. It's a reflection on the journey, the lessons, the victories, the struggles, and everything we've experienced over the last two decades."
Bathory went on to express gratitude for Five Finger Death Punch's unshakable fanbase, whose loyalty helped get them where they are today.
"What makes that journey meaningful is that we didn't make it alone. We traveled this road alongside millions of fans around the world and somehow became part of each other's lives. That's an incredible thing to reflect on twenty years later."
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1979 Film Was Just Crowned the 'Greatest Sci-Fi Movie Based on a Book'
While perusing the catalogue of acclaimed science fiction films, one can't help but notice that many aren't original ideas. For instance, the publication Collider recently compiled a list of popular sci-fi films that have plots derived from books.
The July 2026 list, titled "the 10 greatest sci-fi movies based on books, ranked," included films like 1982's The Thing, Children of Men from 2006, andBlade Runner, also released in 1982. Collider put Andrei Tarkovsky's 1979 film Stalker, which has a Rotten Tomatoes score of 100 percent, at the top of the ranking.
The film's screenwriters, Arkady and Boris Strugatsky, used their own 1972 book, Roadside Picnic, as the basis of Stalker's script. In a 1979 interview with Italian screenwriter Tonino Guerra, Tarkovsky shared he once believed that fellow filmmaker Giorgi Kalatozishvili would like to take on a project inspired by Roadside Picnic.
"At one time I had recommended to my friend, the director Georgy Kalatozisvili [sic], that he read the short novel Roadside Picnic, thinking that perhaps he might be interested in making a cinematic adaption of it," said Tarkovsky, who died in 1986 when he was 54. "Then, I don't know how, Kalatozisvili [sic] was not able to come to an agreement with the Strugatsky brothers, the authors of the novel, and so he abandoned the idea for that film."
He then said he realized that his own film version of Roadside Picnic could be an expression of different philosophical ideas.
"Every once in a while, that idea began to come to my mind again. Then increasingly it seemed to me that from that novel one could make a film with a unity of place, of time, and of action," said Tarkovsky while speaking to Guerra. "These classic Aristotelian unities, it seemed to me, allow one to arrive at authentic cinema, which for me is not the so-called action cinema, exterior cinema, outwardly dynamic cinema. I believed that the subject which the screenplay would be based on permitted one to express in a very concentrated manner the philosophy, so to speak, of the contemporary intellectual. Or rather, his condition."
He also clarified that the book and the film have quite a few distinctions.
"Although I must say that the screenplay of Stalker has only two words, two names, in common with the Strugatskys' novel Roadside Picnic: Stalker and Zone," explained the filmmaker during the 1979 interview.
1970 Blues-Rock Album Born From a Band's Breakup Named an Underrated Gem
For fans of classic blues-rock music, the early 1970s produced some of the genre’s greatest albums. Bands like The Allman Brothers Band,ZZ Top, and Led Zeppelin transformed Delta blues into stadium-filling anthems that remain popular today. It was a rich era for blues-rock, but not every masterpiece found its audience, leaving behind hidden gems that fans can still discover today.
A new ranking is reintroducing some of the best rock albums of the 1970s that listeners may have missed. The Last Puff by British blues-rock band Spooky Tooth is one of the standout albums of 1970—and one that is finally being rediscovered.
Featuring members of Joe Cocker’s Grease Band, Spooky Tooth recorded The Last Puff after the departure of co-lead singer and songwriter Gary Wright. During the making of the album, the remaining band members reinvented their sound with the help of several Grease Band musicians. Unlike any previous Spooky Tooth album, The Last Puff also marked the end of the band's original run.
Why The Last Puff Is a Hidden Blues-Rock MasterpieceThe Last Puff has earned a reputation as one of the era’s great hidden gems. Here’s why:
“Spooky Tooth has always been underrated, and this album takes the cake. The Last Puff is a sweet, dense, bluesy rock album with gospel-leaning soaring vocals a la Mike Harrison. I recommend the whole album, but that cover of The Beatles’ “I Am The Walrus” is on another level. The Last Puff reached No. 70 in Canada but didn’t quite find success in the US. Joe Cocker fans would love this one, considering his Grease Band’s involvement.”
Released during one of the band's most turbulent periods, The Last Puff features a powerful cover of The Beatles' "I Am the Walrus," which became the album's signature track.
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The Beatles Cover That Defined the AlbumBeyond one of the earliest rock reinterpretations of a Beatles classic, the album also features standout versions of Elton John and Bernie Taupin's "Son of Your Father" and David Ackles' "Down River," alongside original material that showcases the band's soulful musicianship and signature vocal harmonies.
Though Spooky Tooth never achieved the commercial success of Led Zeppelin or ZZ Top, the album's blend of blues, hard rock, gospel influences, and emotionally charged performances gave The Last Puff a distinctive sound that still feels fresh more than 50 years later.
Why The Last Puff Still Resonates TodayThe Last Puff captures a transitional moment in British rock, when blues, soul, and hard rock blended to create a sound that continues to resonate with classic rock fans. It may not have been one of the decade's biggest commercial hits, but its growing reputation proves that some of the greatest albums of the 1970s simply needed time to find the audience they deserved.
'Born This Way' Star Cristina Sanz Dead at 36
Cristina Sanz, who starred in the A&E show "Born This Way," has died at the age of 36 after suffering a heart issue.
"It is with a heavy heart that we share the news that our daughter, Cristina, passed away Monday morning," a statement on Sanz's Instagram page reads. "She suffered a sudden cardiac arrest while at her Day Program and was rushed to the hospital. Despite the doctors' best efforts to stabilize her heart, she did not survive. We are grateful that we were able to be by her side at the end.
"Her death was a total shock and unexpected. We will forever treasure the gift of her life. We will all carry in our hearts the wonderful 'Cristina moments' that she gave us."
TMZ further reported that Sanz's parents, Mariano and Beatriz, told the outlet that she went into cardiac arrest.
Sanz was on all four seasons of the hit show, which followed adults with Down syndrome. She appeared alongside her husband, Angel. Their wedding was shown on an episode; however, the two split up in 2021. The A&E series won the 2016 Emmy Award for Outstanding Unstructured Reality Program along with two additional Emmys in 2017, for Outstanding Casting for a Reality Program and Outstanding Cinematography for a Reality Program.
Following the news of Sanz's passing, A&E released a statement, paying tribute.
“We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Cristina Sanz, who touched the hearts of many through her time on Born This Way," the network said, per PEOPLE. "We extend our heartfelt sympathies to her family and all who had the privilege of knowing and working with her.”
Best-Selling Author’s 1988 Novel Ranked Among the Best Books of All Time
In case you missed it, J.R.R. Tolkien’s triple-volumed magnum opus, The Lord of the Rings, was ranked the very best book of all time by Collider. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t several more page-turners to uncover in the list.
Namely, the outlet’s No. 3 best book of all time: Don DeLillo’s Libra.
View this post on InstagramOne of the modern era's most acclaimed works of historical fiction, Libra is tucked neatly between Leo Tolstoy’s War and Peace and Thomas Pynchon’s Gravity’s Rainbow. According to the article’s author, DeLillo’s masterclass in occult history earned its Top 5 ranking solely because of the writer’s “personal pick.” But despite the self-indulgent decision (which is any writer’s prerogative), DeLillo’s novel is typically one of the usual suspects present on both fan and expert lists, from Goodreads to The New York Times.
So, while surprising, it isn't entirely unexpected.
“Libra is one of several masterpieces by Don DeLillo,” the outlet writes, “with it being recognizably DeLillo-ian, albeit he’s operating outside of his comfort zone, to some extent, due to him playing around with actual people and real historical events.”
Published by Penguin Books in August 1988, DeLillo’s novel blends fact and fiction to explore the 1963assassination of President John F. Kennedy. Told through protagonist Lee Harvey Oswald, the character study revisits a turning point in American history, meandering through the alienated misfit’s life while also imagining a CIA-linked conspiracy that intertwines with the historical tragedy.
“Things are reinterpreted and reimagined in fascinating ways,” Collider writes, “with DeLillo himself admitting that it’s not supposed to be historically accurate. Libra is historical fiction, and it uses a hugely significant event from the 20th century to explore uncertainty, anxiety, and fate, alongside some other broad themes, all the while being a novel about frustration that itself isn't frustrating.”
Libra is DeLillo’s ninth novel in a long string of brilliant reads that includes Americana, Underworld, and White Noise. A finalist for a National Book Award for Fiction, Libra also marked the author’s first best seller. Just 26 when JFK was killed in Dallas, DeLillo wrote a piece titled "American Blood" for Rolling Stone in 1983. According to the publication, that essay became the “précis for Libra.”
“When it happened, I was not a fully formed writer,” he told the magazine. “I had only published some short stories in small quarterlies. As I was working on Libra, it occurred to me that a lot of tendencies in my first eight novels seemed to be collecting around the dark center of the assassination. So, it’s possible I wouldn’t have become the kind of writer I am if it weren’t for the assassination.”
According to Goodreads, the book is named after Oswald's zodiac sign, an astrological symbol that is widely recognized for having a highly contradictory personality. A sort of paradox, Libras can be social and detached, or peace loving and argumentative—quite fitting, actually, for a novel about fact and fiction.
In the author’s note that concludes Libra, DeLillo wrote, “This is a work of the imagination. While drawing from the historical record, I’ve made no attempt to furnish factual answers to any questions raised by the assassination.”
He added that he wants readers to think “about the assassination without being constrained by half-facts or overwhelmed by possibilities, by the tide of speculation that widens with the years.”
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Justin Bieber to Headline First-Ever World Cup Final Halftime Alongside Madonna, BTS and Shakira
The World Cup is drawing to a close, but not without a big celebration set to take place Sunday, July 19, following FIFA's final game.
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Justin Bieber was just announced as one of the headlining performers for the inaugural FIFA World Cup 2026 final halftime show at New York-New Jersey Stadium. The Coachella comeback pop icon will join Madonna, BTS, and Shakira for the special 11-minute performance in what fans hope will be a lively set with the singer's dance singles and possibly live collaborations with the likes of K-pop stars BTS. That would be a wild crossover we can't wait to see play out.
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Having Madonna, hot off her Confessions II release, and FIFA's star music maker Shakira featured truly feels like a music Avengers moment on the global stage. Two incredible queens of pop with a full court of princes feels like it's going to be a sensational social media moment in the making. Truly, we're all in on seeing the spectacle being set up for the closing of this year's World Cup alongside our global neighbors, no matter the winning outcome.
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The line-up doesn't end there, as FIFA also announced that on hand for the show will be Burna Boy, Gustavo Dudamel conducting the PS22 Chorus—a beloved children's choir from a Staten Island elementary school—who will perform alongside Coldplay. The band's frontman Chris Martin serves as the charity's music curator. And for fun, Muppet stars Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy will also make an appearance. This is all possible in the name of the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, through which, for every ticket sold to a World Cup 2026 match, the organization sends $1 toward the sporting event's campaign to raise money for children's education and access to football (soccer) worldwide. Intending to raise $100 million for the cause, the initiative is halfway there, having surpassed 50 million already.
Tune in to the FIFA World Cup final on July 19!
Ozzy Osborne Once Claimed This '80s Rock Band Was the Only Band Who 'Outshone' Black Sabbath
Game will always recognize game, and that seems to be the case between two late rock icons: Ozzy Osbourne and Eddie Van Halen. Though one was distinctly the pioneer of heavy metal, while the other was a pioneer of arena rock bands, the energy and presence both brought to the stage were nearly immeasurable.
The 1978 tour was a landmark for Black Sabbath; not only did it mark their eighth studio album, Never Say Die!, but it was also their final tour together as the original lineup with Osbourne at the helm.
The European Tour That Changed Everything
They toured with rising stars Van Halen as their opener, and quickly learned that the record label was far more interested in the opening act than the headliner. According to a passage shared by Louder from the unauthorized biography Eruption: The Eddie Van Halen Story, Osbourne recalled having a very frank discussion with some of the label reps about it.
"I remember being in a hotel room in San Diego with Geezer and one of the reps from the record company," Osbourne claimed, "and we’d had a few drinks, and one of us said to this guy, 'Be honest, you’re only using us on this tour to promote Van Halen, aren’t you?' And he said, 'You’re right.' And if you’re with a record company that won’t back you..."
Osbourne went on to say that by this point, Sabbath had been tied up in a lot of legal drama with their old manager, and he claimed the band had just lost their gumption. But it didn't diminish Osbourne's respect for the iconic band.
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“I just couldn’t believe it,” Osbourne once told Billy Morrison during a 2024 episode of “Ozzy Speaks” on SiriusXM’s Ozzy’s Boneyard. “(Eddie Van Halen) made it look so [redacted] easy. They outshone us. They blew us off the stage."
“Eddie was a great guy,” Osbourne also conceded. “He was always nice with me. He was a lovely man to be around, and Alex (Van Halen). I took all of them down to my local pub… That was [redacted] great.”
The respect appeared to be mutual. On Osbourne's radio show, he also once detailed, according to Vulture, that sometime after Sammy Hagar left the band, he received a call from the guitar virtuoso himself.
"He phoned me up one time and asked me if I wanted to sing in his band,” Osbourne said, according to the outlet. “Way after Sammy. I think he was a bit drunk. We’ve all done one of them calls at four o’clock in the morning.”
Imagine the absolute killer combo that would have been born of their two talents? I'm not sure the world could have even handled it.
Anthropologie's Newest Summer Sales Event Has 30% Off on Fan-Favorite Home Decor, Linens, and Furniture
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This summer, it feels like there's a sale everywhere you look. Even after retailers like Walmart, Target, and Amazon have wrapped up their mega-savings events, beloved brands like Nike, JCPenney, and Nordstrom Rack still have ongoing sales to shop. While this is fantastic news for savvy shoppers, finding the best deals can get overwhelming quickly with so many events to scour. That's why we've rounded up a list of must-have items to shop during Anthropologie's latest home goods sale.
During Anthropologie's Home Favorites Event, select home items like bedding, towels, furniture, kitchenware, and decor are on sale for 30% off, with the discount applied automatically in your cart. Happening now through July 19, the sale runs concurrently with the retailer's Fashionably Early Fall Event, which offers the same 30% discount on brand-new autumn arrivals, including clothing, shoes, and accessories. Read on to check out a few of our favorite deals from the Home Favorites Event!
Benedita Bow Ceramic Stoneware Platter, $34 (was $48) at Anthropologie Shop at AnthropologieA gorgeous pick for summer entertaining that can also be used to dress up your table year-round, this adorable stoneware platter is now available at a rare sale price under $35. Part of the Benedita Bow collection, you can also shop coordinating plates, bowls, and mugs, as well as a cake stand, a serving bowl, salt and pepper shakers, and a butter dish to round out the set. The entire collection is currently 30% off and available in either solid white or white with a black bow trim.
Maeve by Anthropologie Scalloped Cotton Hand Towel, $13 (was $18) at Anthropologie Shop at AnthropologieIf your towels could use a refresh, there's no better time to scoop up a few new ones than during this home sale. Shop the beloved Maeve by Anthropologie Scalloped Cotton Towel Collection starting at just $13 for hand towels and $27 for bath towels (down from $38).
These plush towels are made from 100% cotton and feature a spa-inspired velour border in a trendy scalloped design. Available in eight colors, including stone blue, ochre, green, orchid, pink, ivory, taupe, and blue, you're sure to find just the right style to coordinate with your home's bathroom decor.
Capri Blue Volcano Tin Candle, $15 (was $22) at Anthropologie Shop at AnthropologieThis fan-favorite “perfect summer candle” is now on sale for just $15. Part of the top-rated Capri Blue collection by AnthroLiving, the seasonal Volcano scent is available exclusively at Anthropologie.
Offering 40 hours of burn time with a clean soy wax blend and cotton wick, the scent is citrus-forward with notes of stone fruit and sandalwood. Shoppers said the captivating aroma lingers for hours, and many appreciated the whimsical touch the blue-and-white striped tin added to their home. Several reviewers also mentioned stocking up on this candle to give as gifts.
Muntz Boucle Ottoman, $349 (was $498) at Anthropologie Shop at AnthropologieAnthropologie sale events like this one are the best time to invest in larger, more expensive items like furniture. This stylish boucle ottoman is normally almost $500, but you can snag one for nearly $150 off during the Home Favorites Event.
Available in a creamy ivory shade, this ottoman is a versatile way to add the classic Anthropologie look to your home for less. "This piece fits perfectly in a nursery, layered in an entryway, or paired with most accent chairs for a stylish, comforting touch," a shopper raved.
Shop More Deals- Sloane 100% Zero-Twist Cotton Stripe-Trim Towel Collection, From $14 (was $20) at Anthropologie
- Capri Blue Volcano Room Spray, $21 (was $30) at Anthropologie
- Taylor Organic Cotton Percale Embroidered Duvet, From $125 (was $148) at Anthropologie
You won't want to miss the chance to save up to 30% on fan-favorites during Anthropologie's Home Favorites Event. The sale runs through July 19, and shoppers are already snatching up items at a rapid pace, so be sure to shop now to secure the best deals.
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