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She may be the Queen of hip-hop soul, but Mary J. Blige recently revealed she may have regrets about not being a mother.

While on the IMO podcast in August, hosted by Michelle Obama and her brother Craig Robinson, Blige, 55, opened up about her decision not to have children and how her upbringing shaped that choice.

“I said a lot of things when I was younger.  “I saw a lot of people struggling. I see a lot, you know, my family members needing babysitters and them not having a choice, no freedom,” she said. “When you’re younger, those are the words you make, those are the choices you make: ‘I don’t want any kids.'”

However, as she got older, she noticed the bond between the mothers and their grown kids, and sometimes doubted her lifestyle.

“So now it’s like … ‘Oh man’…But then you’re like … eh…,” she added. “Sometimes I’m lonely, but I’m alone a lot. We by ourselves, we watching movies, I be trying on clothes, I be watching movies. I accept it; it is what it is. I’m not trying to have company and friends; it is what it is.”

Despite the second-guessing when it comes to motherhood, Blige reassured listeners that she does live a fulfilling life, which she credits to her close group of female friends.

“I have a small crew of fabulous women. I’m fabulous. We have this type of conversation,” she explained. “They have my best interests; they’re my family. We all live in the same neighborhood. And if I need, I use each one of them for different things because they’re all built different. But they’re there for me when I need them.”

Blige was married to her manager, Martin “Kendu” Isaacs, from 2003 to 2018, and she was a stepmom to his three kids.

Keeping up with everything on Netflix is almost like fighting the mythical Hydra. Every time you finish a show, three more seem to pop up in its place. But it’s that seemingly unlimited well of content that has made it the most popular streamer today, even amidst the numerous amount of competition. And so, at the end of every week, we kick up our feet, grab the remote, and listen for that classic “tudum” sound as we dive into Netflix’s voluminous library.

Luckily for you, Parade has flagged three new shows coming to Netflix this week that can become your new binge obsession! Here’s what you need to check out this weekend (Aug. 21-23, 2026).

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In 2027, David Boreanaz returns to our screens, playing the lead role in NBC’s reboot of The Rockford Files. But if you’re looking for your fix of the fan-favorite actor before next year, you can check out all seven seasons of his last TV show: SEAL Team. Airing on CBS from 2017 to 2024, the series depicts the trials and tribulations of Bravo Team, as we see both the life-threatening missions they undergo, and how that creates trouble back on the home front. Having aired across CBS and Paramount+ during its run, now you can get all 114 episodes in one handy place, making it even easier to say “mission accomplished” at the end of your binge.

Related: NBC Announces Fall 2026-2027 Schedule, Including ‘The Rockford Files’ Reboot and Civilian ‘Traitors’

Love is Blind fans are eagerly awaiting for the leaves to change, as the hit reality series is bringing a new Boston-set edition in the fall. But if you can’t wait until then, there’s a newly released season across the international date line! Love Is Blind: UK brings the pods across the pond, with a group of single Brits throwing themselves into the ultimate romantic experiment, finding their new possible soulmate without even giving them a glance. Much like its American counterpart, Season 3 has already put out the majority of its episodes in one batch. So you have plenty to catch up on before the two-part finale on Aug. 27, and the reunion on Aug. 30.

Related: ‘Love Is Blind’: Did Netflix Cancel or Renew for Season 11?

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Back in April 2020, at the height of the pandemic, we got some welcome escapism, getting transported to the beaches of North Carolina. Outer Banks served as an instant hit for Netflix, with fans immediately falling in love with the adventures of the “Pogues,” with mysteries and romance abounding. So it makes sense why those fans were shocked and devastated when it was announced in November 2024 that the series would be coming to an end with the upcoming fifth season. The Pogues were left just as emotionally reeling on their end, as Season 4 closed with the shocking death of JJ (Rudy Pankow) and hitting rock bottom. But when the going gets tough, these teenagers get going. The final batch of episodes will see John B. (Chase Stokes), Sarah (Madelyn Cline) and the gang seek some revenge against Groff (J. Anthony Crane) and hope to take back the Blue Crown artifact. Regardless of what happens — and who survives — it’s safe to say that we’ve gotten to enjoy our own form of TV treasure for the past seven years.

Related: ‘Outer Banks’ Ending Explained: Did JJ Come Back to Life—and Who Got the Blue Crown?

HBO Max just dropped The Pitt Season 3 trailer, and fans are already obsessed with the next installment of the medical drama.

Even though your favorite docs won’t head back to the ER for a night shift until January 2027, you can catch a sneak peek of what’s to come. And yes, the teaser will answer some of your biggest questions. At least, sort of.

Everyone’s wondering if Noah Wyle’s cross-country motorcycle trek would take him out of the emergency room action for good. Based on the new trailer…it’s a resounding no. So what can viewers expect? 

The next 12-hour shift features the return of Dr. Robby, an extension of the last two seasons’ tension between Wyle’s character and Langdon, and plenty of gore. 

Along with doctors Robby and Langdon, other fan faves who pop up in the trailer include Abbott, Mel, Santos, nurse Dana Evans, Javadi, Douriff, Al-Hashimi, Whitaker, and Garcia. 

What do fans have to say about The Pitt’s Season 3 trailer? It’s no surprise that loyal viewers have already flooded the show’s subreddit with comments, complaints, and compliments.

Of course, Dr. Robby’s not-so-triumphant return is pretty much the talk of the town. “Robbie looks like he’s already done hours of a shift even as he first walks in. So, yeah, I’m guessing the sabbatical wasn’t particularly relaxing,” said one fan. 

Others added, “I also love that we’re in for an autumnal setting and that last moment between Robby and Langdon at the lockers where they split in season 1 was a nice touch. Honestly, looks really promising and cannot wait for January,” and “Robbie has somewhat healed and is in a better place. But he left behind a wreck of an ER that needs him to come and fix. Love it.”

Even though Robby’s return got plenty of interest, he isn’t the only character fans want to see in Season 3. An unexpected favorite seemed to almost dominate the comments. Fans were over-the-top excited about the reappearance of Lou Ferrigno Jr.’s Dr. Brendon Park (a.k.a. Park the Shark), posting, ”Did I see Park the Shark????” and “Park the shark supremacy.”

But that’s not all. The show’s loyal viewers also pointed out the darkness and intensity of the trauma (medical and otherwise), writing, “This looks dark as ever. Not mad about it. I’m sure there’s some humor in there (somewhere)”, “Looks like a horror series,” and “Some of those medical cases looked intense. The guy banging his bleeding head against the window, the crying man Robby was consoling, the yelling man in the hallway, and looks like Whitaker takes a nasty fall.”

It wasn’t all doom and gloom, though. On the lighter side, fans quipped, “Santos hair looking amazing,” and “Some are rocking new hairstyles.” 

The Pitt Season 3 will premiere on HBO Max this January.

Todd Bridges was a star on Diff’rent Strokes for eight seasons in the 1970s and 1980s, but it wasn’t until years later that he discovered a surprising fact about the hit sitcom.

During an August 2026 meetup with Growing Pains stars Tracey Gold and Jeremy Miller, Bridges, 61, revealed that it was more than a decade before he realized that their TV dad, the late Alan Thicke, wrote and performed the Diff’rent Strokes theme song. 

“I have trivia,” Bridges said during the sitdown at Youngstown Studios in Ohio. “I’m sure you guys know… Alan Thicke, I didn’t know for 15 years that Alan Thicke did the theme song for our show. Yes, for Diff’rent Strokes. Yes. And I was like, ‘What?’ I never knew it until later on that I realized it was him.”

Gold noted that Thicke’s wife at the time, Days of Our Lives alum Gloria Loring, was also a singer and collaborated with him on many TV shows.

Thicke, who died in 2016 at 69, played doting dad and psychiatrist Dr.  Jason Seaver on Growing Pains from 1985 to 1992. But the actor also wrote and co-wrote dozens of songs and TV themes, including the openers for Diff’rent Strokes, The Facts of Life, Wheel of Fortune, The Joker’s Wild, and more, according to Billboard.

Thicke once told Reader’s Digest Canada how he became involved with the theme song for NBC sitcom that starred Bridges, Gary Coleman, Dana Plato, Conrad Bain and more.

“I produced two Norman Lear series. I worked with him on a screenplay that never got made, and I wrote the theme songs for his shows The Facts of Life and Diff’rent Strokes,”  Thicke shared.

He also revealed that he received residuals when the TV episodes featuring his theme songs aired in reruns. “We get a little taste [of money]  every time those things appear on Nick at Nite, yes,” he told Larry King Live.

RELATED: Todd Bridges Makes Rare Appearance at ‘Little House on the Prairie’ Fan Event

Thicke nostalgically looked back on his songwriting career in an interview several years before his death.

“The challenge was, you have 24 seconds to do something catchy and memorable and sum up the entire premise of the show in case somebody had never seen it before,” he told The AV Club in 2010. “Sometimes it would be brought in at the very last minute, when a show was already completely shot, and the pilot had been edited, and they’d say ‘Here, add your 24 seconds.’ However, there were other instances, and Diff’rent Strokes was one of them, where you got the information, you were included, from day one and page one.”

“Back then, theme songs were more important,” the Growing Pains star added. “They were a part of every show. Nowadays, they don’t aspire to have memorable themes for every show … and certainly theme songs with a lyric. They have no time for that, so I think that’s almost a lost art.” 

Related: ‘Growing Pains’ Star Reveals the Shocking Way She Found Out She Was Fired

We all have those everyday things that can make us squirm, perhaps unjustly.

Sometimes it’s a phobia; other times it’s simply a turn-off. Celebrities can be just like us in that way, Isla Fisher included.

The celebrated Spa Weekend star — who turned 50 earlier this year and certainly doesn’t look it — split from husband and fellow performer Sacha Baron Cohen in recent years, ultimately finalizing their divorce last year.

In a recent podcast interview, Fisher didn’t hold back in spilling about her dating habits these days, especially when it comes to turn-offs specific to the Now You See Me actress.

“Backpack the wrong way, backpack period,” she said on the Thursday, August 20 episode of The Smallzy Show, per UNILAD. “If a bloke shows up in a backpack, wrap it up… It’s done.”

Fisher continued, clarifying a bit, “It’s like, you can wear a backpack, but it’s — if you click your backpack together, if you click it there, it’s not good.”

And if deck shoes are part of your inventory, watch yourself around the Australian actress, who called them “already quite aspirational and a bit of an ick” during the interview.

“He slipped the heel off, and he was just wearing them like a plimsoll,” she said, referring to a past date. “I could see his heel. Repulsive.”

And then there’s running: “When a man runs on film and it’s just like — it looks like a sprinkler moving, it’s just wrong,” Fisher added, while also commending Tom Cruise as someone who has actually “nailed” it.

Fisher’s new movie Spa Weekend hits theaters Friday, August 21 and stars other big names such as Leslie Mann, Anna Faris and Michelle Buteau.

The four of them teamed up for a playful Instagram video on Thursday, which showed them dancing side-to-side together in what appears to be a hotel room while modeling their tiny swimwear. Check it out below.

Warning: This story contains allegations of sexual assault and other sensitive subject matter that some readers may find disturbing.

Kim Zolciak and Kroy Biermann’s 15-year-old son, KJ, has been arrested for aggravated sodomy and aggravated sexual battery in Alpharetta, Georgia, Page Six reports.

According to the outlet, a female classmate accused KJ of assaulting her in a gym changing area on April 23, alleging that he “forced himself on her despite her saying no.” She added that he attempted “multiple times to have sexual intercourse with her by trying to pull down her pants.” She accused him of forcing oral sex and digitally penetrating her vagina, adding that she “finally managed to get away from him … he pulled up his pants and left.”

The female classmate said that she didn’t tell anyone about the assault before she went back to school the next day, where she ran into KJ’s girlfriend. She then left school and went to a local Starbucks, where she called her family after having a panic attack. She was taken to North Fulton Hospital in Georgia on April 24, where she was examined, but according to the police report, they found “no evidence of male DNA in her mouth or vagina.”

An investigation was launched, and KJ was ultimately taken into custody on Monday, Aug. 17. Us Weekly further reports that the judge did not set bond and a preliminary hearing was scheduled for September 8.

Following news of her son’s arrest, Zolciak fired back at the allegations, claiming he took a lie-detector test and passed.

“The allegations being made against my son are nothing short of reckless and deeply troubling. He categorically denies ever being involved with this woman or engaging in the conduct she has alleged,” she told TMZ, adding that her son “voluntarily took a polygraph examination regarding these allegations and passed.”

She added that the female classmate who accused KJ had made “similar allegations involving two other people, which raises serious concerns that deserve to be carefully examined.” TMZ says those claims have not been verified at the time of publication. Zolciak said the accusations can have “devastating consequences,” adding that “every legitimate allegation deserves to be taken seriously and investigated based on the facts and evidence.”

KJ is one of Zolciak’s and Kroy Biermann’s six children, with the couple having four biological children together. Biermann also adopted Zolciak’s two older daughters from a prior relationship. The couple divorced in 2023.

Zolciak rose to fame on the show Real Housewives of Atlanta, appearing on the show for four full seasons as well as being a part of the fifth. She then returned as a guest in Season 9 and as a “Friend of the Housewives” in Season 10.

Reps for Zolciak and Biermann did not immediately respond to Parade’s request for comment.

If you or someone you know has been a victim of sexual assault, help is available 24 hours a day through RAINN‘s National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-4673.

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It’s the little things that make your kitchen come alive, like bright tones and cute decor. Homey details like these can infuse any space with warm, cottagecore-inspired charm. If you love that welcoming vibe, The Pioneer Woman Melamine Mixing Bowl Set from Walmart adds both a fun splash of color and plenty of functionality to the room.

A vibrant interpretation of Ree Drummond’s signature cozy aesthetic, this BPA-free set includes five colorful bowls and five lids in assorted sizes. It’s available in three cheerful floral patterns, including a $30 option called spring bouquet, along with the vivid fancy flourish for $32 and a charming heritage floral for $34.

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Each bowl is made of melamine, a highly durable yet lightweight material that’s especially well-suited to busy kitchens. It’s unlikely to chip or develop other cosmetic imperfections, and it won’t shatter if it falls. That can be a big advantage if you have a young chef who enjoys cooking alongside you, or if you simply want dependable cookware that you can be confident will stand the test of time.

Because melamine is also non-porous, it won’t lose its color or pick up odors or absorb food dyes — and that’s especially notable because these bowls are deeply saturated with radiant hues both inside and out. The floral motifs on the exteriors are intricate, with meticulously detailed blossoms that appear to bloom right before your eyes. 

While you don’t want to place melamine in the microwave, freezer, or oven, you can absolutely put the bowls in the dishwasher to maintain their pristine appearance. The polypropylene lids are also safe to wash, ideally on the top rack to prevent the material from warping over time. With proper care, your set can last a lifetime. 

Related: The Pioneer Woman’s $30 Cottagecore 12-Piece Dish Set Has a ‘Fresh and Beautiful’ Pastoral Daisy Print

The set includes a size for every task, ranging from a compact mini bowl measuring 6.1 inches in diameter and 3.8 inches deep to an extra-large option coming in at 10.6 inches across and 6 inches deep. There’s also a small 7.3 inch bowl with a 4.1-inch depth, a medium-size 8.4-inch  by 4.8-inch vessel, and a large one that’s 9.5 inches by 5.4 inches.

With over 6,700 five-star reviews, the set has completely won over shoppers. “Absolutely beautiful, colorful pick-me-ups for your kitchen,” one reviewer raved. Another person noted they’re “almost indestructible” and “really easy to clean.” Several people praised the bowls’ weight and uplifting patterns, too.

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Whether you’re an avid baker mixing ingredients or just want a cute bowl to serve up popcorn, The Pioneer Woman Melamine Mixing Bowl Set makes such a fun choice for an excellent value. Pick up the pattern of your choice for as little as $30 at Walmart!

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While NSYNC’s early songs were hits among fans, band members Lance Bass and Joey Fatone recently admitted that they didn’t feel the same about a few.

Chatting on Kaitlyn Bristowe‘s podcast, Off The Vine this week, the pair, now hosting E!’s Cocktail Wars, both revealed which songs they “dreaded” performing.

The tracks in question? “Riddle,” “Here We Go” and “I Need Love.”

“We lived in Germany, we were kind of testing the waters of what our sound would be and so, you know, we tried a little techno,” Bass said of the band’s early days. “It was the sound of the 90’s, but techno didn’t really work for us.”

However, the two, who are hosting a new mixology-themed competition show, Cocktail Wars, on E! also have their favorite songs, and their No. 1 pick just so happened to be the same.

“‘I Thought She Knew,’ was our first original a cappella we ever learned,” Bass said. “I mean, we learned that in ’95, and we didn’t even put it on an album until 2000. But the harmonies — Robin Wiley, who, you know, arranged that — just absolutely incredible.”

“‘I Thought She Knew’ was my main jam,” Fatone agreed of the song off their 2000 album No Strings Attached.

Related: NSYNC Member Shares ‘Honest Truth’ Why the Group Won’t Reunite for Tour

Other songs the two also loved include “It Makes Me Ill” and “Tearin’ Up My Heart,” and “Everything I Own.”

Fatone and Bass who have been doing press for Cocktail Wars, which premiered on Tuesday, have also repeatedly addressed ongoing rumors and fan requests of the beloved boy band reuniting.

“It’s always interesting because obviously the question is, ‘Are we getting back together? What are we doing?’ And the fun thing is we get to do stuff like this,” Fatone said of the show. “Even though we’re not doing the group thing, me and him are doing stuff together, sometimes him and Chris [Kirkpatrick] will do stuff together, or the three of us, JC [Chasez] will do things.”

The two also jokingly deflected when band member Justin Timberlake‘s name came up in the conversation.

Cocktail Wars airs Tuesdays at 10 p.m. ET on E!

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Chanel caused a stir online when they debuted “barefoot cap heel” flats on the Runway in April 2026, and Margaret Qualley proves she’s brave enough to wear them.

Qualley walked the red carpet for the London premiere of her upcoming film titled The Dog Stars. She played the role of Cima in the post-apocalyptic sci-fi film alongside Jacob Elordi and Josh Brolin. While she posed in a black V-neck, fringed black Chanel gown, the attention shifted to her shoes, or lack thereof.

Pictures of the actor revealed she was daring enough to wear Chanel’s controversial “barefoot cap heel” flats. The shoe had many talking about its impracticality, as it is only comprised of the heel end of a flat with cords that wrap around the ankles. As a result, whoever wears the shoe has the entire front half of their feet on the ground.

When the shoe debuted in Chanel’s cruise show, designer Matthieu Blazy told The Times he “wanted to evoke the down-to-earth feeling of a woman coming out of the beach or the sea.” The brand even explained the shoe is more of an accessory or “like jewelry.”

👣 Margaret Qualley makes a fashion statement at the world premiere of “The Dog Stars” in London, England, wearing Chanel’s barefoot sandals. pic.twitter.com/urQxQfD4Zs

Many online have come out to either question the shoes’ function or even praise Qualley’s brave stylistic choice.

“She looks stunning but what are those on her feet lol,” said one fan on X.

“Wow ! Top $$ for not even bare minimum coverage,” added another.

One commentor even said, “the dress is stunning and she looks amazing but those shoes are literally just string tied to nothing and chanel charged 800 dollars for it.”

Some are coming to the actor’s defense and her ability to make the shoe work, with one commenting, “the way people are calling this a fashion crime but shes literally just standing there looking like a victorian ghost in a chainlink garden and winning.”

“The way those ankle straps just disappear into the dress is so deliberate. ” Parisian it-girl coded, but somehow she makes it look effortless, not costume-y,” added another.

Amid the comments, some even jokingly said that Qualley found the perfect example of when to wear the barely there shoes. One fan even joked that they finally created a heel that “I can actually last all night in.”

The Dog Stars is set to hit theaters on Aug. 28 and is based on the 2012 novel of the same name. It focuses on the aftermath of a flu pandemic that wiped out most of civilization as a former civilian pilot and a hardened former marine navigate threats to stay alive.

Related: ‘Sons of Anarchy’ Creator Reveals He’s ‘Not Involved’ in Spinoff Series by Charlie Hunnam

While summer is winding down, it’s still sandal weather. Plus, this is the perfect time to grab a nice new pair at a good price, as stores start clearing out warm-weather inventory for the cooler months ahead. Costco is no different, and the retailer is selling a chic pair of strappy sandals for just $16.97.

Costco is selling a pair of women’s sandals from the brand Gerry, and they are chic, durable and comfy, too. Black pairs well with a variety of outfits, making it a versatile addition to your shoe collection. However, if you want a pop of color, the sandals are also available in a pretty light blush pink.

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Available in women’s sizes six through 10, these sandals are not just cute to wear but are also incredibly comfortable. Each pair of shoes features a lugged outsole, which adds extra stability and durability. What’s more, the adjustable strap gives you a custom fit, letting you choose the tightness you like. These shoes are also slip-on for added convenience. Finally, the cushioned footbed adds support and comfort with every single step.

Related: Costco Is Now Selling ‘Comfortable and Classy’ Men’s Sneakers From a Fan-Favorite Brand That Have Shoppers Buying Multiple Colors

Costco shoppers are loving these strappy sandals, giving them an average rating of 4.2 stars on Costco’s website. Fans appreciate the shoes for their comfort level, versatile style and stable feel.

“Walking on a cloud,” wrote one fan in a five-star review on Costco’s website. “I’m really happy with the Gerry Women’s Sandals. They’re super comfortable right out of the box—no break-in time needed. The footbed has great cushioning, and the thicker sole gives nice support, which makes them easy to wear all day. I also love the adjustable straps—they make it easy to get a secure, custom fit, especially if your feet tend to swell or if you’re between sizes. The design is simple but stylish, so they go well with both casual and slightly dressed-up outfits. The sole has good grip, so I feel stable walking on different surfaces. Overall, these feel durable and well-made for the price. Great everyday sandal—comfortable, versatile, and worth it.”

You can snag these cute strappy sandals on Costco.com. They are not sold in stores. Each pair retails for just $16.97.

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My father was a music fan and loved a good melody. Growing up, he would constantly play and sing songs by bands like The Beatles and The Rolling Stones. He was also a bonafide country & western music buff who adored artists like Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings and Johnny Cash. It must be a dad thing, because Brandon Flowers’ father has some thoughts on his new album. 

The Killers frontman grew up on honky tonk music courtesy of his own father, Terry, who filled their home with the sounds of Waylon Jennings, Merle Haggard, and Johnny Cash. Decades later, Flowers is finally giving his dad exactly what he’s always wanted with his new solo album, Thrasher.

“His response when he heard it was, ‘Finally,'” Flowers told PEOPLE. “He’s always wanted me to make country records, and he thinks I’ve got the voice for it and the chops. It was nice to play him the first few songs and watch him light up and start singing along.”

Thrasher draws heavily from Flowers’ upbringing in Nephi, Utah, a small town of barely 7,000 where he moved at age 8 after growing up near Las Vegas. “It was quintessential small-town America,” Flowers, 45, recalled. “I was more or less a city kid compared to these country kids.” He eventually returned to Vegas at 16, but that upbringing never fully left him.

Country music runs deep in Flowers’ family beyond his dad’s influence, too. His great-grandmother Dixie was a country songwriter herself, having written “Tell Me,” later recorded by Slim Whitman. Recorded in Nashville with veteran musicians including 85-year-old harmonica legend Charlie McCoy, Thrasher is Flowers’ first solo album in 11 years, with half of the 23 songs recorded still waiting for a future release.

For Flowers, it’s less about reinvention and more about honoring where he came from. “I keep coming back to this tradition. I feel like I’m a keeper of tradition”. And apparently, his dad agrees.

Life moments have a way of inspiring musicians, and that’s what occurred to Bob Dylan when he originally penned a lullaby for his son that later became “Forever Young.”

As Dylan rose to become one of music’s biggest icons, he was married twice, with the first being to Sara Dylan in 1964 and married in 1965. The couple had four children together, with Jesse Byron Dylan being their first and oldest, born in 1966. Dylan would write “Forever Young” years later about Jesse and released it in 1973 for his 14th studio album, Planet Waves.

“Forever Young” never entered the charts as it was never released as a standalone single, but it still captured the hearts of fans with its heartfelt lyrics. Dylan wrote the song in Tucson, Arizona, as the words flowed right out of him as he was “thinking about” one of his sons and “not wanting to be too sentimental.”

The track was originally a lullaby for Jesse and told the story of a father’s wish for his child to live a strong and happy life, as Dylan understood the sentiment after becoming a father. He would also admit that he “didn’t intend to write” the song.

“I wrote [the song] in Tucson [Arizona]. I wrote it thinking about one of my boys and not wanting to be too sentimental. The lines came to me; they were done in a minute,” explained Dylan in his notes for Biograph.

“You don’t know what it is exactly that you want, but this is what comes. That’s how that song came out.”

Dylan’s heartfelt words would ring true with a lot of fans, even with American journalist Howard Cosell. In 1978, Muhammad Ali defeated Leon Spinks to regain the heavyweight title, and it became a historic victory because Ali became the first to hold the title three times. During the ABC broadcast, Cosell infamously recited “Forever Young” to celebrate Ali’s achievement.

Dyan released two versions of the track, one at a slow tempo and one with a heavier rock sound. It was reported that he couldn’t decided what was better suited and decided on both. Years later, in 1988, the song was revived but for a different reason.

Rod Stewart released his own song titled “Forever Young” for his Out of Order album. At the time, his manager argued there were enough similarities between his and Dylan’s songs, despite Stewart not having been inspired by the original.

“It came about after a long, very touching conversation he had with his 6-year-old son last year. There was this great empathy between them, which I think really moved Rod. And as he remembers it, he saw a film in England around the same time called Forever Young, which is where the title came from,” explained Stewart’s manager Arnold Stiefel, according to American Songwriter.

“And it would be fair to say that while the melody and the music is not at all the same, the idea of the song is similar. The architecture of the lyrics of the song is very much from Dylan—there are definite similarities.”

In the end, Dylan shared songwriting credit and royalties with Stewart for the song. HI version landed at No. 12 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

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In 1974, Linda Ronstadt recorded “You’re No Good,” a song she didn’t think was very good herself. Despite her reservations, the track topped the Billboard Hot 100 and became one of the biggest successes of her career. 

“You’re No Good” was not originally written or recorded by Ronstadt. Clint Ballard Jr. wrote the song, and Dee Dee Warwick was the first artist to record it. Betty Everett also had a hit with the track, as did The Swinging Blue Jeans, before Ronstadt recorded her version for her 1974 album, Heart Like a Wheel. 

Ronstadt took the song all the way to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in early 1975, while it also reached the Top 20 in Canada, Australia and the Netherlands. 

But years later, Ronstadt admitted that she had never been especially happy with the track or much of the Heart Like a Wheel era. 

In a 1993 interview with the Los Angeles Times, Ronstadt explained that the success of the album and its singles didn’t change how she felt about the music itself. 

“I could hear what it sounded like, and I didn’t think it was very good,” she said. “I often thought the album covers were better than the records.” She added, “I was very frustrated musically.” 

Still, Ronstadt had some praise for the production on “You’re No Good.” Her main issue was with her own performance. “It was just an afterthought,” she said of the song. “It’s not the kind of song I got a lot of satisfaction out of singing.”

Almost 20 years later, Ronstadt explained a little more about why the recording never sat well with her. Speaking to Rock Cellar Magazine in 2013, she recalled being worn out when they recorded it.

“I was tired. We’d been working on ‘You’re No Good’ for a long time. I was also a little tired of the song anyway,” Ronstadt said. “I sang it all day, and my voice was all worn out. My rhythm was a little off. I just didn’t like it, and I didn’t like my phrasing on it.” 

Despite those concerns, audiences clearly felt differently. “You’re No Good” became one of Ronstadt’s biggest hits and helped take Heart Like a Wheel to the top of the charts. 

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Unlike ceramic bakeware, glass options allow you to see the entirety of your dish as it bakes, so it’s easier to tell when it’s time to remove it from the oven, and there’s less chance you’ll burn the bottom of your cake or your casserole will bubble over. That simple advantage is one of the biggest reasons so many home cooks keep coming back to classic glass pans, and the Pyrex brand in particular. A kitchen staple since 1915, you could scour resale shops and estate sales for antique Pyrex bakeware and pay a pretty penny if you’re lucky enough to get your hands on some. Or, you could simply head to Walmart, where the brand’s iconic bakeware is currently on sale for less than you’d spend on a takeout dinner.

Normally $18, the Pyrex Basics Glass Bakeware Set is now even more affordably priced, on sale for just $12. That’s a mere $6 per piece for a set of glass pans that can handle anything from your grandma’s sweet potato casserole recipe to a quick baked fish dish on a busy weeknight. Backed by generations of loyal fans, this set is a small investment that’ll pay dividends in your kitchen for years to come.

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This value pack includes two essential tempered-glass pans: a 3-quart oblong dish (roughly 13 by 8 inches) and an 8-inch-square baking dish. The durable pair is perfect for baking bubbling lasagna, roasted vegetables, holiday side dishes, baked chicken thighs, cornbread, brownies, and cakes. Dishwasher-safe on the top rack, both dishes can also be used in the microwave or freezer.

Walmart shoppers of a certain age were incredibly pleased by the “old school” quality of these modern Pyrex products compared to the “classic” glass pans they’ve used for years. “After decades of using many different types of bakeware, I keep coming back to the reliable Pyrex,” one shared. An 82-year-old shopper put it simply: “I love my Pyrex baking dishes.”

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It’s not just the quality that keeps longtime Pyrex fans coming back, but the fact that the glass bakeware actually works flawlessly and stays pristine over time. Reviewers shared that it’s “easier to clean than a metal pan” and “the handles make it safer and easier to transfer from oven to cooling rack.”

A shopper who shared that her mother and grandmother both used Pyrex glass bakeware called this set “the gold standard of oven-safe dishes.” This type of generation-spanning quality is exactly what makes the set incredibly thoughtful to give as a housewarming present or wedding gift. And at just $12, who could blame you if you stocked up?

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At $12, the Pyrex Basics Glass Bakeware Set is an easy kitchen upgrade you’ll wish you’d made sooner. Add it to your Walmart cart now while this sale price lasts. 

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When it comes to fashion, it’s pretty obvious that trends are cyclical. And if you grew up in the ’90s and early 2000s, recent years might have felt a lot like stepping into a time machine, with baggy pants finding their way back into everyone’s closet.

While a roomier fit isn’t for everyone, the cool thing about modern baggy styles is the sheer ingenuity on display in designs that didn’t exist in the days of JNCO jeans. With styles like Uniqlo’s popular Barrel Pants, you can easily make a baggy fit look effortlessly stylish, sans all the messy details that otherwise make baggy pants look sloppy.

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If you’re looking to avoid messy details like ripped cuffs getting stuck under your feet or waistbands bunching up from having to buy something four sizes too big, Uniqlo’s Barrel Pants are sure to be a welcome addition to your weekly rotation. Designed to offer a modern shape with everyday wearability, this roomy pair features a wide, curved silhouette that tapers at the ankle for a clean, contemporary profile. 

Inspired by early 20th-century riding pants and French workwear, this popular Uniqlo fit is crafted from 100 percent cotton twill, delivering a structured yet comfortable feel that works year-round whether you’re at the office, running errands or going out with friends. Even better, it features added darts at the hem to create a sleek, contoured outline and an adjustable drawstring waist to allow for a more flexible fit and ease of movement.

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With a near five-star rating online, shoppers have found plenty of reasons to give Uniqlo’s Barrel Pants a shot.

One fan, who had been holding off on buying new clothes while working on losing weight, noted that they were “pleasantly surprised” by how well Barrel Pants fit when they finally decided to make a new purchase. “Material quality feels good, pants were comfortable,” they shared.

“As close to perfect as a pair of pants can be,” another shopper chimed in. “Nice, substantial fabric, well tailored, baggy but not too baggy, nice drape and comfortable as can be,” they wrote.

Another fan echoed the sentiment, calling the pants the “most versatile pants I own” and adding, “super tempted to get another pair. Highly recommended.”

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Adding to the charm of this lineup, Uniqlo just stocked a slew of stylish earth tones, including beige, off-white, black, brown and navy. And if you compare this style to straight-leg chinos or classic wide pants, you’ll notice they offer a cleaner, more put-together shape and volume without feeling overly bulky, making them super complementary to oversized tops, cozy knit sweaters or layered outerwear when the weather calls for it.

Best of all, you can choose from unisex sizes XS through XXXL, making it easy for just about anyone to find a fit that works for them. Add your favorite color to your cart, get it hemmed by Uniqlo at no extra cost and watch as a baggier style suddenly becomes even easier to work into your wardrobe without feeling like you’ve just transported yourself back to middle school.

While you’re there, keep your eyes peeled for Uniqlo’s Supima Cotton T-Shirt and Linen Blend Easy Ankle Pants as well.

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It’s time for Daytime TV’s queen to reclaim her throne. Kelly Ripa will be back at the Live With Kelly and Mark desk very soon.

Ripa took an extended absence back in July, with her husband Mark Consuelos explaining that she had to have a gum graft procedure. Season 38 closed out with pre-recorded episodes, and Ripa will return in time for Season 39 to start.

Entertainment Weekly confirms that Ripa’s return date is officially set for Tuesday, Sept. 8, the day after Labor Day. Those watching the show on ABC may have been confused recently when they saw Ripa back on the show. This was a pre-recorded episode from before she went for the procedure. The series is now in its usual summer hiatus.

Some of the guest hosts have included Michelle Buteau, Kevin Jonas, Carrie Coon, and Scott Foley. Buteau praised Ripa for taking the time off for her health, although Ripa was quick to point out that this was a procedure that she should have had done five years ago.

The 55-year-old explained in her “Let’s Talk Off Camera” podcast that the procedure would mean that she wouldn’t be allowed to talk for 10 days. She went into details, sharing that the procedure involved taking “the skin off of the roof of your mouth,” and that skin is then put over the gums.

It turns out that brushing your teeth too much is just as bad as not brushing at all. That’s the reason Ripa shared that she needed the gum graft, as over-brushing led to damage to the gums that meant they needed to be “re-gummed.”

Consuelos noted that the procedure had to be a painful one. His wife usually “doesn’t feel pain,” and she doesn’t usually have numbing medications before dental procedures. 

Tickets for the Sept. 8 episode are already sold out. The earliest fans will be able to get in to see Ripa reclaim her Daytime TV throne will be on Sept. 10, and then after that, it’s Sept. 15. You’ll need to head directly to the Live With Kelly and Mark website to get the tickets.

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A discussion in Reddit’s community has fans digging up some of music’s sharpest moments of artists turning on their own audience, sparked by one simple question: which songs or albums criticize the listener directly?

Commenters filled the thread with picks spanning genres and generations. Nirvana‘s “In Bloom” came up early, with fans noting Kurt Cobain’s own frustration with listeners who sang along without grasping the song’s message. Others pointed to Eminem, whose narrative on “Stan” doubles as a commentary on obsessive fandom, while OutKast‘s “Hey Ya” got a nod for burying a bleak take on hollow relationships beneath one of the catchiest choruses of the 2000s. John Prine‘s pointed lyric about flag decals and Blues Traveler‘s “Hook,” a song that openly admits to being a manipulative earworm, also made the rounds.

But one answer kept surfacing above the rest: Tool‘s “Hooker with a Penis,” from the band’s second studio album, 1996’s Ænima.

The track has real history behind it. Frontman Maynard James Keenan has said the song grew out of an actual run-in with a fan who confronted the band and accused them of selling out after signing to a major label. Rather than defending themselves, Tool leaned all the way into the insult, turning the exchange into one of the angriest, heaviest songs in their catalog, driven by Danny Carey’s relentless drumming and Keenan’s venomous delivery.

One Reddit user captured the moment perfectly: “Can’t believe no one said Hooker with a Penis by Tool yet.”

Once someone finally did, the replies came fast, with fans calling it one of the most unapologetic examples of a band turning the criticism back on the people criticizing them.

Nearly 30 years later, “Hooker with a Penis” is still getting cited as the gold standard for artists who’d rather bite back than bite their tongue.

A vegetable-based snack that seemed like a safe grain-free option is now at the center of a recall over undeclared gluten.

Exotique Foods Inc., based in Ontario, Canada, is recalling its Momchipz Veggie Chips Broccoli Florets and Cauliflower after discovering the product may contain gluten that wasn’t listed on the label. The FDA published the recall notice this week, though the issue reached a relatively small number of shoppers: just 49 U.S. customers who purchased the chips through Amazon between March and June of this year.

Unlike many recalls, this one comes with a very specific identifier rather than a range of lot numbers. The affected product is a 3-ounce (85-gram) bag carrying UPC 6 28634 44216 6, with a best-before date of August 31, 2026, meaning some unopened bags may still be sitting in pantries right now, well within their shelf life.

The recall is especially significant for anyone managing celiac disease, an autoimmune condition in which gluten exposure damages the small intestine, since there’s no visual way to tell an affected bag apart from a safe one. No illnesses have been reported to the FDA, though Canada’s food safety agency recorded one reaction linked to the product.

Anyone with celiac disease or a gluten sensitivity is urged not to eat the chips, and can either discard them or return them to their point of purchase for a refund. Consumers with questions can contact the company directly at 1-647-528-7080, Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to noon Eastern.

Because the product was sold exclusively through an online marketplace rather than in stores, health officials note it may be easier for buyers to miss recall notifications altogether. So it’s worth double-checking your Amazon order history.

Fans with a sweet tooth will have something new to look forward to in the candy aisle.

America’s No. 1 gummy brand, Haribo, just introduced two all-new treats—Balla Bites and Balla Bites Sour.

The first-of-its-kind texture-driven way to experience gummy candy is coming to shelves across the U.S.

In a press release, the candy innovation is being called a “Pop. Chew. Wow.” moment, thanks to a bite-sized design that delivers multiple sensations in a single piece of candy.

Each gummy features a chewy outer layer and a soft, flavorful center, creating a layered multisensory bite that Haribo says is “unlike anything else” in the gummy category. 

The candy offerings come in both sweet and sour varieties, with fruity flavors featuring flavor combinations like orange, lemon, strawberry, apple, blackberry, and wild berry.

“We know consumers are looking for candy experiences that surprise and delight them, and Balla Bites does exactly that,” said Sophia Lewis, Senior Brand Manager at HARIBO of America. “With two different textures and three flavors in every tiny bite, Balla Bites and Balla Bites Sour deliver a new sensory experience with every pop.”

The new candy emphasizes “poppable” snacking, delivering small, shareable bites designed for movie nights, road trips, or simply to satisfy quick sweet-and-sour cravings throughout the day.

And as parents seek out healthier alternatives and simpler ingredients for everyday treats, the gummies are made without artificial colors.

This is yet another launch in Haribo’s portfolio of playful, innovative and joy-driven experiences. Earlier this year, the century-old candymaker brought back two fruity flavors of its iconic Goldbears gummies for the summer season—Haribo’s Red, White and Blue Goldbears in Pineapple, Cherry, and Blue Raspberry flavors. 

There was also the first-ever Twin Snakes flavor spinoff, before the brand announced the return of the Tropical Goldbears and Tropical Twin Snakes for a limited time. 

Haribo always keeps consumers on their toes, in the best possible way, offering a variety of choices that find them rushing to the candy aisle!

Travis Kelce isn’t letting his “American royal wedding” status slow him down on the field.

That’s according to Andy Reid, who has been the tight end’s NFL coach for years. The Kansas City Chiefs’ season doesn’t officially kick off until mid-September, but that doesn’t mean the squad hasn’t been hard at work amid training camp — Kelce included.

Thursday, August 20 marked the Chiefs’ final practice, and Reid, 68, spoke with reporters that day to share insight about the team’s summer, according to KMBC. He also spoke highly of Kelce, 36 — and the pleasantly surprising reason they’d have to pull him from practicing with his teammates.

“You have examples like Kelce, he’s the oldest guy on the team and came out every day and worked to where you had to yank him out of there to give him a breather,” Reid said.

Fellow Chiefs veteran player Nick Bolton also commented on Kelce’s hard work ethic Thursday, per KMBC.

“There’s no excuses when you have the old guy out there running routes and stuff like that,” said Bolton, 26. “It’s been fun to watch him work.”

Kelce and his Chiefs have two more preseason game before they take on the Denver Broncos September 14 to launch their NFL season. It wouldn’t be a shock to see Taylor Swift in attendance that day — after all, the red-hot celebrities are officially married now…

On that note, a new study from digital entertainment platform JB.com recently ranked the most talked-about celebrity weddings of 2026 by examining media coverage, recent news mentions, Instagram hashtags and wedding-related searches. Swift, 36, and Kelce landed firmly at No. 1 following their July 3 nuptials, earning a perfect score of 100.

The newlyweds amassed a whopping 65.9 million media mentions, according to the study—more than twice the 27.8 million generated by the celebrity couple in second place.