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How many vowels are in today's Wordle?

There are two vowels out of the five letters in the word today.

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Today's Wordle begins with a consonant.

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There are no double letters in today's Wordle.

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"Extremely small."

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Today's Wordle Answer for #959 on Saturday, February 3, 2024

Today's Wordle answer on Saturday, February 3, 2024, is MICRO.

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One of Popeyes’ fan-favorite special menu items is returning this month to celebrate Valentine’s Day.

The fast food chain announced the return of its heart-shaped strawberry biscuits this week. The popular pastries will be sold in a special heart shape in recognition of the lovey-dovey holiday, according to multiple media outlets.

The strawberry biscuits reimagine the chain’s much-loved flaky treats, giving Popeyes’ traditional biscuits a sweet, strawberry-flavored spin.

Related: These 20 Genius Candy Board Recipes for Valentine’s Day and Beyond

Popeyes first offered its traditional biscuits in heart shapes back in 2019 and debuted its heart-shaped strawberry biscuits last year for Valentine’s Day, according to Mashed. This year’s special menu item is arriving on Feb. 5—just in time for the day of love. The heart-shaped biscuits are expected to be available through Feb. 25.

A portion of customer purchases on Valentine’s Day will go to the Popeyes Foundation’s Serving With Love initiative, according to ABC News.

Fast food influencer Snackolator teased Popeyes’ returning menu item in a Feb. 2 post on Instagram. Snackolator, which often previews new food offerings from popular restaurant chains, described the return of the special strawberry biscuits as “romance on a plate.”

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“They have a really nice strawberry taste throughout and then the icing on top makes these a perfect salty/savory and sweet balance and I could eat a bunch of these without a second thought,” Snackolator’s post said. “I know you can get them everyday, but there's just something fun about them being in a heart shape this time of the year.”

Popeyes isn’t alone in bringing special menu items into the fold for Valentine’s Day. Chick-fil-A recently announced the return of its Valentine’s heart trays, and Baskin Robbins said last week that its Love Potion #31 ice cream and Crazy For You Cake will return in time for the holiday. Dunkin’ is also rolling out special pastries for Valentine’s Day, according to Snackolator.

Next: 10 Fun and Easy Ways To Show Someone You Care This Valentine’s Day

There's no doubt about it: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are the "it" couple of the moment. Ever since the Kansas City Chiefs tight end and pop super star went public with their relationship, people have been weighing in on their romance left and right. One of the most recent celebs to share their two cents is Melissa Etheridge, who dished on what "worries" her about the coupledom.

Recently, "Come to My Window" singer sat down with CNN's Chris Wallace for the Feb. 2 episode of Max's Who's Talking to Chris Wallace? Etheridge, a Kansas City native and huge Chiefs fan, shared her admiration for Kelce and Swift in a clip shared via CNN.

"All those guys are way too professional, as she is, to let anything be a distraction," he told Wallace. "I love that she loves one of my favorite football players, Travis Kelce. He's an amazing human being, and I think they're a great couple."

Etheridge shared how "attractive" it is for such powerful individuals to come together as a couple—while also joking that she hopes Kelce won't soon retire from the NFL to spend more time with Swift.

 "I think it's fantastic. I love it," she said, jokingly. "I'm just worried he's gonna retire early to be with her. That's the thing I'm worried about."

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Fortunately for Etheridge, it doesn't look like she'll have to fret about Kelce retiring in the immediate future. During a Jan. 11 news conference, the tight end clarified that he has "no reason to stop playing football” and “no desire to stop anytime soon.”

"I love it," Kelce continued. "We still have success, come in with the right mindset. And I just love the challenge it gives me every single day to try and be at my best."

Next: Why One NFL Sideline Reporter Thinks This Is Travis Kelce’s Last Season

After last week's frustrating episode, comprised of a spectacularly unfunny SNL-themed challenge, a historically inaccurate Cher runway, and plenty of wonky judging, sent a sobbing Mirage out the door, RuPaul's Drag Race is back on track in Episode 5. A Drag Race staple, the girl group challenge, returned with the remaining 12 queens split up into three groups and tasked with writing verses and performing them (with full choreo) on the main stage. And without sewing or comedy involved, it was time for the drag queens to finally exhibit their performance skills. 

Related: 'RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars 8' Take New York. Next Stop: the World.

Plus, we got pussycat wigs on the runway, Icona Pop as guest judges and a mini-challenge promoting RuPaul's new memoir. 

Here's everything that wend down on Season 16 Episode 5: 

Who was eliminated in the RuPaul's Drag Race Season 16 Episode 5? Amanda Tori Meating

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Amanda Tori Meating

We always knew that Amanda's time was coming, I just wasn't expecting the former Kinky Boots star to be ousted in a singing and dancing challenge. That being said, this season has now sent home three queens in "perfect storm" environments, while perhaps lesser overall threats skate by. 

As luck would have it, Amanda found herself on a team with previous challenge winners Plasma and Plane Jane and Xunami Muse. When their team fell to the bottom, Amanda's weak (and slightly confusing) birds nest runway look (not to mention a round of "Who should go home and why?") earned her a place in the bottom two with Q. Q, who has been in the top every week prior to this one, was never going to be eliminated and turned out a solid enough lip sync to earn her keep, 86ing Amanda

Who won Episode 5 of RuPaul's Drag Race Season 16?

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Geneva Karr, Mhi'ya Iman LePaige, Nymphia Wind and Megami

As Ru occasionally likes to do, he awarded the win this week to the entire "A.S.M.R. Lover" team, doling out wins to the four queens for their exceptional performance. While Geneva and Mhi'ya have consistently been in the bottom, both are known for their dancing, so it shouldn't have been shocking that they turned this challenge out. As Sapphira Cristal noted, Nymphia is good at plenty of things she isn't telling everyone about (including choreography apparently), and Megami was a bit along for the ride. 

Related: Who Will Win 'RuPaul's Drag Race' Season 16? Episode 4 Power Rankings

Which queens have immunity?

Sapphira Cristal and Plane Jane secured immunity during the season's premiere and for the third week in a row they have both felt safe enough pre-critiques not to use the immunity.

Which queens are left on RuPaul's Drag Race Season 16?

We're five episodes in, and we're down three queens. Eleven, however, remain in the hunt for the win. They are:

Dawn
Geneva Karr
Megami
Mhi'ya Iman Le'Paige
Morphine Love Dion
Nymphia Wind
Plane Jane
Plasma
Q
Sapphira Cristal
Xunami Muse

Next, Everything You Need to Know About RuPaul's Drag Race Season 16

Everyone seems to have an opinion about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's high-profile relationship. Some "Dads, Brads and Chads" are upset about the pop superstar's high-profile presence at Kansas City Chiefs games—and they're not afraid to share their opinions. In response to the ongoing hate directed at Swift, fellow Chiefs WAG Brittany Mahomes sent a pointed message via social media.

Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes' wife took to her Instagram story to defend her new BFF against the haters. "Let. Them. Know," Brittany wrote in text overlain on a quote from Charles Barkley in which the former NBA star called any Swift critic a "loser."

The quote came from a recent episode of the TV analyst's King Charles show on CNN, during which Barkley got real with Gayle King and Bob Costas about Swift haters. "If you’re screaming at Taylor Swift saying she ruined [football], you’re just a loser," Barkley declared. "You’re just a loser or a jack--. You’re either A or B. You’re one of the two."

"If you’re screaming at Taylor Swift saying she ruined [football], you’re just a loser. You’re just a loser or a jackass." - Charles Barkley pic.twitter.com/fhah8fjCjz

— Awful Announcing (@awfulannouncing) February 1, 2024

In recent months, Swifties have praised Brittany for taking the "Cruel Summer" songstress under her wing as a fellow Chiefs WAG. The women often cheer on their NFL beaus together from a private suite at games. Brittany and Taylor were even caught doing a celebratory "secret handshake" at the Chiefs-Los Angeles Chargers game in October.

Additionally, Brittany has been photographed out with Swift and her gaggle of celebrity besties since the Swelce/Tayvis romance began.

Hopefully, Swift and Brittany's bond continues to grow well after the NFL season is over–because women supporting women is definitely something we can get behind!

Next: Why Rob Gronkowski Believes Travis Kelce Is the Only Guy in the NFL Who Can Handle Taylor Swift Romance Attention (Exclusive)

It’s a reunion we’ll want to relive over and over again.

On Feb. 2, several members of the Groundhog Day cast officially reunited for the first time 31 years after the fan-favorite movie’s release to attend a special event recognizing its director, Harold Ramis.

Local officials in Chicago declared Feb. 2 Harold Ramis Day to pay tribute to the Chicago native nearly 10 years after the actor, filmmaker and screenwriter’s death in 2014 at age 69. Cast members Bill Murray, Brian Doyle-Murray, Marita Geraghty, David Pasquesi, Robin Duke and Richard Henzel were among those who gathered at Chicago’s Navy Pier to celebrate Ramis. The event was live-streamed via social media by local TV news station WGN-TV.

The event kicked off with a reenactment of the alarm clock Murray’s character battles throughout the movie as it turned from 5:59 a.m. to 6 a.m. As the new hour struck, Sonny & Cher’s “I Got You Babe” began to play and Henzel, who played one of the radio DJs in the film, announced the start of Groundhog Day—just as he had in the film.

Related: Bill Murray Spotted Enthusiastically Cheering on Son During March Madness Game

The celebration that followed was peppered with jokes about time loops, including one from Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin, who attended to deliver remarks about his friendship with Ramis. Durbin jokingly predicted that his speech would continue to get better as the event repeated itself in the days to come.

Pasquesi was among the first cast members who spoke about Ramis. He acknowledged that the film was beloved, but said they were all there “for Harold.”

“I can’t think of a better occasion to get together than this, Harold Ramis Day,” Pasquesi said. The actor recognized Ramis as a “comedy legend” and acknowledged other comedy projects Ramis delivered over the course of his career, including 1978's Animal House and 1980’s Caddyshack.

Groundhog Day was filmed in Woodstock, Ill., a city northwest of Chicago. Murray starred in the film as Phil Connors, a grumpy weatherman caught in a time loop after traveling with his news crew to cover Punxsutawney Phil’s annual Groundhog Day prediction in Punxsutawney, Penn.

When it came time for Murray to deliver his remarks about Ramis, the Ghostbusters actor also shared jokes about time loops and the weather. He began with a reference to Punxsutawney Phil’s prediction of an early spring for 2024 before speaking seriously about how Ramis helped his actors to make movies better.

Next: Punxsutawney Phil’s 2024 Groundhog Day Prediction Results in Series of Wild Memes

1000-Lb Sisters stars Amy Slaton and Tammy Slaton recently embarked on a trip to Disney World—and the TLC stars flaunted their slimmed-down figures in photos shared by Amy.

On Thursday, Feb. 1, Amy took to TikTok to share a glimpse of her and Tammy's trip to Disney Springs in Orlando, Fla., in late January.

The six-minute video featured clips and photos of the sisters near a hot-air balloon attraction, next to the Rainforest Cafe at Disney's Animal Kingdom and more. Selfies of Tammy popped up sporadically, too. Toward the end, the TikTok video featured photos of Tammy posing next to a fountain—highlighting her extreme weight loss over the past several years.

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In the comments, fans praised Amy and Tammy for the progress they've made on their health journey, with one TikTok user writing, "So happy for you ladies getting to do things you never imagined."

Another person commented, "So proud of u guys, love y'all❤️."

Yet another TikTok user chimed in, "Hope y'all having fun ❤️!!! Y'all look AMAZING!!!"

Meanwhile, another person wrote, "Looks amazing 😍 hope you guys had fun 💕."

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Another video Amy shared via TikTok showed the 1000-Lb Sisters stars meeting various Disney characters during their trip. They posed with Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy and Goofy while wearing coordinating Disney T-shirts. "Meet the fab 5 can now be checked off my bucket list," Tammy captioned the update.

Once again, fans responded with a slew of encouraging messages. One person wrote, "Amy and Tammy both look amazing," while another declared, "It makes my heart happy seeing y'all live your best life❤️."

Next: '1000-Lb Sisters' Tammy Slaton Claps Back at Comment Suggesting She's 'Gained a Few Pounds'

Travis Kelce is reflecting on what motivates and inspires him ahead of his team’s fourth Super Bowl in five years.

While speaking with reporters during a Feb. 2 press conference, the Kansas City Chiefs tight end was asked what it meant to him to have members of his family and his girlfriend, pop star Taylor Swift, congratulate him on the field at M&T Bank Stadium following his team’s victory over the Baltimore Ravens at last weekend’s AFC Championship game.

“It’s another memory in the journey that we get to cherish,” he said. “I’m fortunate that I got all the support I need off the field and, you know, it gives me a reason to play that much harder on the field, the people you just mentioned.”

Swift joined Travis’ parents, Donna Kelce and Ed Kelce, and brother, Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce, in rushing from their shared box down to the field once the Jan. 28 game was called for the Chiefs. NFL broadcasters captured a sweet display of PDA Travis shared with Swift and an emotional moment between the NFL brothers as the group congratulated Travis on making it to another Super Bowl.

Related: NFL Fans Are Making Prop Bets on Whether or Not Travis Kelce Will Propose to Taylor Swift at the Super Bowl

The Chiefs play the San Francisco 49ers in the final matchup of the NFL season at Super Bowl LVIII on Feb. 11.

With just over one week to go until the big game, Travis told reporters that it has “been a wild year.”

“It’s an exciting time,” he said during the Chiefs press conference. “It’s a once-in-a-lifetime type of thing that I’ve been able to enjoy a few times.”

Before he was asked specifically about his family and Swift, Travis offered another reason that he feels encouraged to play “harder.”

“I’ve been beyond fortunate to land here in Kansas City and be surrounded by the men and women that are in this building,” he said. “It makes you want to play that much harder, and appreciate it that much more, when you get these kinds of opportunities.”

Next: Fans Can't Get Over New Throwback Photo of Travis and Jason Kelce: 'Best Brothers in the NFL'

In honor of Black History Month, the fourth series in the Genius franchise— following Einstein, Picasso and Aretha—will honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X when Genius: MLK/X arrives on Hulu and Disney+ today.

The juxtaposition of the lives of the two civil rights leaders is a first for the Emmy Award-winning anthology series but appropriately demonstrates how their dueling philosophies were at the forefront of the Civil Rights Movement.

The eight-episode Genius: MLK/X opens with a look at the childhoods of both Dr. King (Kelvin Harrison Jr.) and Malcolm X (Aaron Pierre) and then moves on for an intimate look into their complex lives as husbands, fathers, brothers and sons.

The focus isn’t just on the two men but is also an examination of the women in their lives, who made it possible for them to do what they did. Weruche Opia plays Coretta Scott King and Jayme Lawson takes on Betty Shabazz. These two women definitely bring truth to the expression behind every great man is a great woman.

Kelvin Harrison Jr.

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Dr. King and Malcolm X’s lives intersected only once at a brief encounter in Washington, D.C. and the series manages to capture that moment as well.

And while there is a lot that will be familiar about the stories of these two men, Genius: MLK/X goes behind the public personas and takes us into their private lives for more of an understanding of what shaped their identities and turned them into the leaders of a movement.

Related: Remembering Martin Luther King, Jr. With 30 Fascinating Facts About the Civil Rights Icon

Parade had the opportunity to speak with Harrison about taking on the role of an American icon like Martin Luther King Jr., what he learned about the man, bonding with Opia, why the juxtaposition of MLK and Malcolm X works, and the importance of airing during Black History Month.

Martin Luther King was an American icon. Did you have any trepidation about playing him? When you played Chevalier, that was a real person but there’s nobody alive who knew who he was, and people have a definite opinion of who Dr. King was.

Yes, it was very intimidating and very scary. I remember the first time my manager told me, “You know, they’re interested in you to play Dr. King for the Genius series.” I was like, “I love the Genius series, but I don’t know if I have what it takes to play Dr. King respectfully. I think I should pass.” And that’s what I did, I said, “No, thank you. They can find someone that may be better suited and prepared to do something like this.”

I’m still playing young adults, you know? Especially when they were saying, “We’re covering him from childhood,” and that I in particular would be coming in from 20 to 39. I was like, “No, thank you.” But then I spoke to the producers and the showrunners, and they wrote me a really lovely letter and they sent me the first script.

And after I read that script, I told them I was crying because we put so much pressure on ourselves as humans, especially people that want to make a difference, people that want to provoke change and challenge everyone’s experience and our understanding of what it means to be a human being, and specifically what it means to be a Black person in America.

To watch these moments of what they wrote of Dr. King not being sure if he had what it takes either, that imposter syndrome actually was my in. It was this not knowing if I was ready, not knowing could I do it, was the question. And that’s what led me into it, but it was very scary.

Related: 55 of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Most Inspiring Motivational Quotes

Kelvin Harrison Jr.

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It wasn’t just one role. You had two roles. You were playing his private persona and then his public persona. And when he gave speeches, even maybe a third because his voice was completely different for that.

Yes! That’s so cool, I’m so glad you said that. I talked a lot with the dialect coach, and I also talked a lot with the showrunners about there being a performance element to it. And one of the things I love, I can’t remember which book it was, but they had his report cards from seminary school. And there was a performance class, and he would score really high in the performance class. And I was like, “Oh, okay, so there’s an art to this.”

But then I was like, “Who was he outside of the performance class?” So, that told me that he developed that persona. I was doing a deep dive into the interviews, and I was like, “Well, what’s he like when he’s talking to his kids? What’s he like at dinner?” And I would find these little snippets, these little clips, or him in passing when he would be getting into a car and how he would greet everyone on the way there. And I was like, “Oh, that’s his voice. There’s a real Southern quality to it.”

I’m from New Orleans, though my dialect doesn’t really sound like that anymore -- a lot of dialect coaching. But there’s an intimacy and a warmth and a comfort to it, and then there’s a bravado and a lot of breath support in trying to convey and project and affect an audience so that they can really feel what his heart was feeling. There was an art to it, so that was how that was crafted.

Related: Genius: Aretha’s Courtney B. Vance Explains Why Now Is the Time to Tell Aretha Franklin's Story

Was there something else besides the report cards that informed your take on him? 

I found this talk show interview with him and he loved to make jokes, and that was really funny to me because you know how dads love to make jokes but they’ll laugh at the wrong joke, and they get a kick out of the fact that they made a funny? That’s Martin. I think he was so overwhelmed with how intimidating and serious everything was. And at the end of the day, we’re talking about a kid who was seven years old and was told that his name’s being changed [his birth name was Michael] and that he has a calling. And the kid’s like, “What is a calling?” basically. What kid understands what being chosen is?

And so, his whole life had been so much about trying to be perfect, trying to live up to Daddy King’s expectations, trying to live up to the expectations from the community. [So he appreciated] every moment he could get to have a good laugh and relax and chill out and just be a person and just be a guy. Up until episode four, he’s under 30, so we’re looking at a 20-year-old with kids, a wife, and a movement to carry. So, those were the moments that I enjoyed the most, was just how is he going to joke with the kids and how is he going to crack jokes with Coretta? And he thinks he’s really funny.

Weruche Opia

National Geographic/Richard DuCree

Speaking of Coretta, she was such a huge part of his success. She was his equal and she wanted to do so much more and he kept putting her in her place as a woman.

Dr. King, from what I read, he loves her so much and he respects her so much, and one of my favorite parts of the show is the first meeting, when they go on the first date. And him being shocked at how much she knew about philosophy. How much she knew already. He prides himself on being able to spout all his encyclopedia of philosophers and everything he’s read. He’s so well read, and he thinks it’s impressive. You know men, we love to come in and throw our weight around and be like, “Okay, well, that’s going to make me cool.”

Related: Who Are Martin Luther King, Jr. and Coretta Scott King's Kids? All About the Racial Justice Activists' Family

And also, him being as the internet calls, a short king, Dr. King was also a short king. There’s this whole thing of trying to make sure that people understand that you should be respected, and you should be seen. And she was just like, “Give it a rest, dude. I read the same books as you. I love the same authors as you. I love poetry as well. I’m looking at politics just as much as you and I have a lot to say,” and that was so attractive to him. He was enamored by the fact that she was expanding his mind every step of the way and he couldn’t get enough of it. We think about Vietnam, that was her. She inspired him to make a step outside of this likable personality that he worked so hard to achieve.

Yeah, so it’s an interesting dynamic because it’s the ‘60s, and also there’s the Southern way. We’re looking at a guy who’s mom was an influential character in Atlanta. She was the one who had the father that was a pastor. She was the one that was successful, and Daddy King came into it. She wore the pants in the house. And I think Martin was maybe a little bit intimidated by seeing how Daddy King was treated, and so he tried to combat it with intelligence, and it just couldn’t work with Ms. Coretta Scott.

Weruche Opia plays Coretta. How did the two of you get comfortable? You are very believable as husband and wife.

That’s amazing. One of the first things I did when I signed onto the project I was like, “Can I get Weruche’s number? Can I call her?” Let’s have a chat, because I’m terrified and I want to know where she’s at, and how we can support each other as we enter this project. And I called her, and she just started laughing. And I was like, “What’s funny?” She was like, “I don’t know,” she said, “This is just so funny.” And I was just like, “Same,” and I just started laughing.

And then we started making jokes about who would have thought that we would be in this situation, playing these people that we respect and love and have learned so much about growing up? And what I knew from there was that there was a safety and a comfortability and a playfulness, and we led with that. Because when we started to research them, we were like, “These are kids ultimately.”

These are 20-something year olds, even younger when they met, that are just trying to figure it out, trying to live the college life, trying to have fun, trying to just be in love and flirt and laugh. And I think that’s what we wanted to remind everyone, that this was who these people were. Laughter was their medicine to get through so many trials and tribulations.

Related: Everything We Know About Disney’s Live-Action Lion King Prequel Mufasa: The Lion King

It also appeared that Dr. King had PTSD from the time he was stabbed. His hand would shake. Was this researched and everything that we saw, is it real?

With that scenario, I think I got as much information as I could. I’m so far from it, so I feel I’m unequipped to say I’m a historian in any way, but I think it is inspired by truthful acts. He was stabbed, it was a big moment for him. And I think Coretta said in her book or he said in one of his books, he said something about, “If I had sneezed,” or something like that. If he had sneezed, he could have lost his life, because the letter opener was that close to his heart.

It was a traumatizing experience, and he tries to not really allow it to define him, but you can tell it took a toll on him. You can tell it was a recognition that what he was doing had actually brought people that even looked like him to a point where they may want to take him out. He thought, “My presence in this movement can potentially take my kids' father away, could take a partner away from my wife. I don’t know how to process that. It’s a bit overwhelming.” I know those sentiments are true. How it actually went down, I am not qualified to say.

Aaron Pierre

National Geographic/Richard DuCree

This production is not just about Martin Luther King, it’s also about Malcolm X. None of the previous Genius series have done this kind of a juxtaposition before. Why do you think it works?

I think what really works about this show is that we see how they complement each other in a lot of ways. Their lives were kind of similar: They were getting married around the same time, they were having kids around the same time, they were dealing with these father dynamics around the same time. They were going through so much, and history and conversations post their passings is almost like there’s a discourse around how different they were when they were so similar.

Ultimately, Malcolm X’s force and his more aggressive, intentional, louder, broader approach to getting the job done ultimately helped Martin in a lot of ways. Because then Martin was like, “Listen, there’s something on the other side of this that is very scary,” you know? There’s something on the other side of this, this is what our people are saying. If we wanted to not sugarcoat anything, this is how they feel. How do we work together?

It’s like deal making 101. In some ways it reminds me of my agents, you know? Everyone’s playing both sides to see how do we find a common goal? So, I think this show is really effective in also showing how their politics really complemented each other.

Jayme Lawson

National Geographic/Richard DuCree

This is coming out just in time for Black History Month. Because it is timed for Black History Month, what do you hope that people will take away from it?

I think what’s so cool about Black History Month is it is like a moment of remembrance, right? And so, we get to remember our Black heroes, all our leaders, and remind ourselves why we get to be here and why we get to live these full lives that we get to live.

It’s also a reminder that there’s still so much to be done. What I think is cool about this show being a part of this moment of remembering is getting to see how young they were, how their journeys informed who they were, how they were very vulnerable, very scared, and possessed very normal human qualities that we all experience on a day to day.

That when we watch the news and we hear what’s going on in the world right now, we kind of go, “I’m so overwhelmed, this conflict, this obstacle is too much for me to bear. I don’t know what to do. I don’t know how to handle it.” They had the exact same reaction. It’s the choice to make an effort to find the community, to overcome it, that was really powerful, and that’s why they became what they became.

And I think as we’re remembering, we can see it in ourselves of how many times do I come up against something that I feel unequipped to do that I can’t find a way to overcome? And maybe this could be effective for my future and my children’s future. Once again, it’s just another reminder, it’s an expander.

Genius: MLK/X premiered Thursday, Feb. 1 on National Geographic and is now streaming on on Disney+ and Hulu.

By now, you know that drinking water and staying hydrated is great for you: Your skin looks better, your digestive system is more regular and it helps you stay generally healthy. But did you know water can also act as a magic elixir for weight loss?

Well, not quite. While water isn't quite at, say, Ozempic levels of weight loss aids, staying adequately hydrated can play a key role in your weight loss goals.

Find out exactly how hydration factors into weight loss, and how much water you should aim to drink to lose weight.

Related: The Best Fat-Burning Foods

How Does Hydration Factor Into Weight Loss?

There are several reasons why staying hydrated can help you shed pounds. In technical terms, Costa says, "Increased water consumption can aid in weight loss in two ways: by reducing hunger and promoting the breakdown of fat (lipolysis)."

One way that hydration can help curb hunger is by preventing your brain from tricking you into thinking you want a burger when the real issue is thirst.

"Dehydration and even mild thirst can often mask as hunger, sometimes resulting in overeating," Werner explains. "Drinking enough water may suppress the appetite and keep you full, which leads to eating less. This is particularly true when consuming water before a meal."

Additionally, staying hydrated with water instead of other sources can provide a boost to weight loss in another way.

"By replacing some of our favorite high-calorie beverages, such as sodas, juices, sports drinks and alcoholic beverages, with water, we will naturally start to decrease the overall calorie intake we get daily, assisting with weight loss," Kristen Wright, RD, Employee Wellness Dietitian, Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, says.

However, don't expect a miracle overnight just because you're filling your coveted Stanley tumbler with agua. "Increasing water intake is just a small piece of the puzzle for weight loss," Mussatto notes. "You will still need to have some calorie restriction along with increased physical activity as simply drinking more water will not be the biggest factor for a major change in weight loss."

How Much Water Should Someone Drink if They're Trying to Lose Weight?

This depends on how much you weigh, so it varies from person to person—but there is a great general guideline to figure out your perfect amount of H2O daily.

"Many health authorities suggest a minimum of eight 8-oz. glasses of water (around two liters) daily, but this is not a one-size-fits-all rule," Kelsey Costa, RD, registered dietitian for the National Coalition on Health Care, tells Parade. "Another general rule of thumb is to consume 0.5 to 1 ounce of water per pound of body weight."

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In terms of general water intake, Costa says that aiming for a baseline of one to two liters a day can be helpful, especially if you chug some of that before meals. Brittany Werner, RD, registered dietitian and director of coaching at Working Against Gravity, cites a specific study that notes that drinking water before eating can help your stomach feel fuller, thereby helping curb your appetite somewhat.

"This equates to a minimum of approximately 34 to 67 ounces of water per day," Costa notes. "However, these are only general guidelines, and it's important to individualize your hydration based on your unique needs and lifestyle."

For weight loss specifically, Ana Reisdorf, RD, registered dietitian and founder of The Food Trends, recommends 100 ounces (about 12.5 cups) of water daily.

Some may need even more water, registered dietitian and author Kim Shapira, RD, notes.

"If you're somebody who works out in extreme heat for two hours or more, or even lives in extreme heat, you're gonna have to increase your water intake," she says. "Drinking this amount of water every day will help you lose weight. When you don't drink enough water, your body doesn't properly filter and hold onto weight. I like to call water 'the secret sauce.'"

Also, don't forget that water isn't just for drinking. "Water and other beverages should make up 80% of our fluid intake," Cheryl Mussatto, RD, registered dietitian at Eat Well to Be Well says, "with the remaining 20% coming from water-rich foods such as fruits and vegetables."

Related: 16 Ways to Lose Weight Quickly and Safely

What Are the Signs That Someone Is Not Drinking Enough Water?

Staying hydrated isn't just good for your weight loss goals (and your supple skin!)—it's also crucial for your basic functioning. According to experts, signs that you may be dehydrated can include:

• Bad breath: If you have halitosis, it can be from not drinking enough.
• Brain fog and confusion: Dehydration can hinder your attention span, focus and cognition.
• Constipation: If you're dehydrated, your bowel movements may be irregular.
• Cramps: You may experience muscle cramps if you're dehydrated.
• Dark-colored urine: If you're drinking enough water, your urine will be clear to pale yellow.
• Dizziness: You may feel dizzy or light-headed if you're experiencing severe dehydration.
• Dry mouth: This one is a bit obvious, but if your mouth is persistently dry, you'll want to whet that thirst to wet your mouth.
• Dry skin: Your skin may feel tight, flaky or itchy if it's noticeably dry. If it's caused by dehydration, no amount of moisturizer will fix it unless you get hydrated from the inside first.
• Elevated heart rate: According to Werner, dehydration can lead to an increase in heart rate as the body works harder to pump blood with reduced blood volume.
• Fatigue: You may feel tired or lethargic.
• Frequent headaches: If you have headaches that won't go away often, try drinking more water and see if that helps.
• Reduced urination: If you aren't drinking, you aren't peeing!
• Thirst: Feeling thirsty is a sign that you're already mildly dehydrated, so drink up.
• Weight gain: If you're chronically but mildly dehydrated, Costa says you may gain weight due to an imbalance of the hormone angiotensin II, which regulates body fluids.

Related: The Most Common Weight Loss Mistake, According to Obesity Doctors

Drinking Too Much Water Can Have Serious Consequences

Yes, it is. And in fact, drinking too much water can have very serious consequences. 

"Overconsuming water can be a life-threatening event that can lead to hyponatremia, or water intoxication, causing brain cells to swell. That puts pressure on the brain," Mussatto says. "Water intoxication is a dangerous dilution of the body’s fluids resulting from excessive ingestion of plain water. The mineral sodium is the electrolyte affected most by water intoxication since sodium is essential for keeping the body’s fluid and electrolyte balance."

Initial signs of hyponatremia can be tricky since they mimic symptoms of a lot of other conditions, but they may include confusion, disorientation and headaches—all symptoms of dehydration! Other symptoms include nausea and vomiting. If untreated, hyponatremia can cause seizures, coma and even death, Costa warns. If you think you've overhydrated, seek medical attention immediately.

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Sources

• Kelsey Costa, MS, RDN
• Cheryl Mussatto, MS, RD, LD
• Ana Reisdorf, MS, RDN
• Kim Shapira, MS, RD
• Brittany Werner, MS, RDN, LDN
• Kristen Wright, RD, LD
• National Institute of Health

How often have you been across the room from someone and felt them staring at you? Not in a creepy way, but in an “I’m interested in you” kind of way. How do you respond? Maybe you make eye contact with them or give them a small smile. Or, if you’re more brazen, you might walk up to them and ask for their number. On the other hand, you could avoid the contact altogether. Regardless of how you flirt, the ultimate goal is acting on your attraction.

Flirting isn’t a new age concept—it’s biological. Given the trajectory of human and animal evolvement, attracting a mate is linked to reproducing, preserving your bloodline and, ultimately, survival. You have to get it right, though. Since males typically initiate the flirting process in the wild, they pay a hefty price if they don’t pick up on the right signals.

Although most of today’s mating rituals are more subtle and definitely look different from what our prehistoric ancestors did, the art of flirting is still a big part of human existence. A significant part of flirting is non-verbal, with body language playing a pivotal role. Whether you’re a communication expert or someone who tends to shy away from expressing interest, mastering your body language gives you the confidence to flirt without ever uttering a word. 

Let’s explore how to flirt using just your body language with tips from experts.

Related: How To Flirt Without Using Pick Up Lines, According to Dating Experts

How Do You Subtly Flirt With Body Language?

From songbirds’ intricate stomping patterns to mating dances that date back to the dinosaur age to the mystery circles left on the ocean floor by pufferfish, flirting with body language is a key component to finding a mate.

However, most of what we know about flirting today isn’t a massive display of interest and affection. It’s more about the small stuff. From teasing someone in a joking way to making eye contact that lasts a little longer than normal, modern flirting is all about subtle signals.

These small interactions sometimes speak louder than overt displays of affection, allowing you to see if someone’s interested without going overboard. A light touch, a shared laugh or sharing an intimate glance with someone are all signs they might be. Whichever method of subtle flirtation you choose, however, do it with confidence. When you can walk the walk and talk the talk, it signals you’re ready to connect with someone special.

Related: 17 Best Phrases To Use To Say 'I Like You,' According to Relationship Therapists

How to Flirt With Just Your Body Language—Without Saying a Thing

Flirting with just your body language can be anything from tilting your head a certain way to how well you make eye contact.

“Flirting is an art that goes beyond a simple expression of ‘I like you,’” Jess Ponce III, communication coach and author, says. “It starts with an internal dialogue that delves deeper, envisioning yourself with the other person and beginning to manifest that fantasy or potential reality physically. This is where your body language becomes a powerful tool of communication.”

Here are a few ways body language experts recommend subtly expressing interest.

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Eye Contact

When Shakespeare said, “The eyes are the windows to the soul,” he wasn’t kidding. Your eyes convey unspoken messages, creating a connection that goes beyond words. “The eyes give a lot away,” Susan Trotter, Ph.D, a relationship coach and mindset, communication and body language expert, says.

Standard eye contact won’t do the trick, though. Trotter says, “Prolonged eye contact is a significant sign of attraction, although glancing at someone, smiling, and then looking away can also signal attraction—especially for women.”

She also suggests that pupil dilation, widened eyes and or raised eyebrows can be other signs. “And, when someone winks at you, it is often a good sign as well.”

Ponce cites the eyes as the first key to catching someone’s attention, saying, “Your gaze becomes soft and alluring, with eyes almost half open and clearly focused. Unlike someone on high alert with wide-open eyes, your gaze exudes stability and coyness. Add an occasional eyebrow lift, and you're in full swing!”

When someone’s interested in more than just a casual interaction, they may also give you what’s called bedroom eyes.

Jackie Golob, sex and spiritual wellness coach and therapist, explains, “Bedroom eyes are a sign of seduction or being flirtatious with someone. This could be to the point of wanting to be able to have sex with them or engage in some sort of sexual activity. Honestly, some people are just born with this beautiful gift without trying, while others try to perfect it. Bedroom eyes look like a stare that naturally is sexy to some people.”

Related: 130 of the Best Fun and Flirty Texts To Send the Guy You’re Crushing On

Facial Expressions

Certain facial expressions signal you’re ready to flirt. They convey subtle cues and signals that go beyond words. Whether it’s a lingering gaze, a raised eyebrow or a playful smile, expressing your emotions with your face sometimes communicates interest better than words. As a body language expert, Ponce acknowledges this and gives a good example of how this plays out in real interactions.

“Having moved past stoic or blank expressions that indicate nervousness, your body is now in pursuit mode,” he says. “Your smile is either wide or half open, with dimples in full attention. This smile resonates with your eyes, enticing the other person physically towards you. This complements the third component—body positioning. You often lean in, testing physical boundaries. How close do you get? How much are your shoulders aimed toward the other person? Is there any physical contact? These are all considerations as you direct your energy toward that person.”

If you want to stick to the basics of facial expressions, try a smile. “When someone smiles and holds it for an extended time, they are likely showing attraction,” Trotter says, mentioning that it’s one of the most easily identifiable expressions that lets you know someone is interested in you. “One can also smile with their eyes and that adds to the significance.” 

There isn’t one singular way to smile flirtatiously. Some people prefer a closed mouth when smiling, but others prefer a large grin showing off their teeth. The “Mona Lisa smile,” which is more nuanced, has a slight grin, head tilt and eye contact. Its intensity also differentiates it from a typical friendly grin.

And while smiling is one of the most common ways to flirt by only using body language, the lips themselves are often another giveaway, according to Trotter, who says, “Whether they part or lick their lips, or are looking at your lips, these expressions can reflect nervousness due to interest and/or anticipation of a kiss.”

Related: 75 Rizz Lines That Make Flirting Seem Effortless

Posture

Posture is another key component of showing someone you’re interested in. Think about it—would you think someone slouched over with their hand on their face was interested in you? Probably not.

Men and women sometimes differ in their flirtatious posture, with men tending to take a more dominant stance and women gravitating toward more soft movements—but this isn’t always the case, like we’ve said with other types of nonverbal communication. Generally, regardless of gender, open and relaxed posture and body language usually signal that someone is confident and ready to engage with you.

Personal space plays a role in posture too. Getting closer to someone during a conversation shows that you’re more interested in what they say. Say you’re sitting at a two-person table, and you gently place your hand on top of theirs and lean in. This signals you’re paying attention. On the other hand, if you’re all up in their personal space, that’s a huge red flag (for most people).

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Mirroring Behavior

When we’re young, we’re taught that copying is the highest form of flattery. And while that’s not always true in business, it is in flirting. The chameleon effect, a phenomenon coined in 1999 by researchers at New York University, is the “nonconscious mimicry” of another person’s behavior. This means that sometimes, just observing someone’s behavior can automatically trigger our subconscious to copy it.

Ponce’s final endorsement echoes the importance of the chameleon effect. He says, “If the other person mirrors your energy, leaning in and engaging in a metaphorical dance, then you've made a connection. If not, you can continue to try, but pay attention to your body—it will tell you if it requires more effort or a futile pursuit.”

Trotter also acknowledges how powerful mirroring behavior can be in flirting. “When someone’s facial expressions (and body language) mirror your own,” she explains, “it’s a sign that they are tuned into you and very interested in you.”

But how can you tell if someone’s authentically mirroring you or not? Observation and consistency are key. Test the waters by shifting in your seat, crossing or uncrossing your legs, touching your face or another subtle cue to see if it’s reciprocated. If it is, there’s a good chance the chameleon effect is working—and the person you’ve got your sights on is interested.

Trotter also encourages flirters to notice facial expressions, stating, “If you pay close attention to someone’s facial expressions, you will be able to learn a lot about how attracted they are to you.” 

Emotional mirroring is an often-forgotten way to connect on a deeper level. It involves tuning into the emotions of the person you’re interacting with and reflecting similar expressions or statements. If they share something exciting, match their enthusiasm. If they’re concerned, be empathetic. Mirroring someone’s emotions creates a shared experience, but only if your expression is genuine. When done right, emotional mirroring and all the other body language skills you’ve learned are potent ways to strengthen your bond with someone—even if they’re strangers in the grocery store. 

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Ever since Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift went public with their relationship, the media has closely followed their blossoming romance. Fellow professional athletes, celebrities and regular folks alike have shared their (sometimes negative) opinions about the pop superstar's visibility at Kansas City Chiefs games. It's been a whole thing.

However, retired wide receiver Julian Edelman has a different take about Swift's impact on the NFL.

During an exclusive Zoom interview with Parade, Edelman opened up about Swelce/Tayvis mania ahead of Super Bowl LVIII while promoting Bounty's Ultimate Wingmen campaign.

"I think it's good for the league," he shared. "She's bringing eyeballs to the NFL, we're getting new fans."

Edelman is correct. On Oct. 1, when Swift attended the Chiefs-Jets game, Peacock averaged 27 million viewers—the most of a Sunday night game since Super Bowl LVII—per NBC Sports. And the Chief-Ravens game on Jan. 28 was the most watched AFC Championship Game (55.5 million viewers), a 17-percent increase from 2023, according to CBS Sports.

Not to mention, Swift's presence at NFL games caused viewership among young female viewers to skyrocket and sales of Kelce's jersey to spike 400%, Forbes reported.

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"And you know, Travis is a pretty cool dude. He can handle it," Edelman added. "He's shown throughout these playoffs when the lights are shining the brightest, he's out there making the biggest plays with Taylor in the crowd."

Hopefully, the good luck Swift brings to Chiefs games continues for Super Bowl LVIII!

Pre-game programming, including musical performances, for the 2024 Super Bowl starts at 6 p.m. ET on Feb. 11, with kickoff at 6:30 p.m. ET.

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Jason Kelce made the Disney World experience more magical than usual for some Disney fans when he showed up at the Orlando, Fla., theme park on Friday wearing a Mickey Mouse T-shirt.

Several people who spotted Jason, 36, at the park shared their sightings on social media and with local media outlets.

One person shared a photo on X of Jason wearing an “Original 1928 Mickey” T-shirt and navy blue shorts. Jason met the X user’s friend at Disney World, the tweet explained.

Another X user reported that one of their family members “ran into” Jason and his mother, Donna Kelce, at Magic Kingdom. A third fan said they spotted Jason “walking past us at Disney and waving,” and other Disney visitors told Fox 35 Orlando the NFL player was giving fist bumps to some of the people who recognized him.

MY FRIEND JUST MET JASON KELCE AT DISNEY WORLD??? pic.twitter.com/PoTLKWylQX

— caroline✨ (@hauntedwhatifs) February 2, 2024

Jason was photographed wearing the same Mickey Mouse T-shirt during previous Disney trips, according to photos his mother has shared in years past on social media. The Philadelphia Eagles center mentioned earlier this week that going to Orlando for this year’s NFL Pro Bowl Games would include a Disney World visit with the three young daughters he shares with his wife, Kylie, according to PHLY reporter Zach Berman.

Having his oldest daughter, 4-year-old Wyatt, see Elsa from Disney’s 2013 animated film Frozen while the family was at Disney World was a priority, Berman quoted Jason as saying in a Jan. 31 tweet.

Jason is in Orlando to participate in the NFL Pro Bowl Games. He arrived in Florida earlier this week after supporting his younger brother, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, at M&T Bank Stadium as the Chiefs defeated the Baltimore Ravens in the AFC Championship game on Jan. 28. After the Pro Bowl Games wrap up on Feb. 4, Jason is expected to attend Super Bowl LVIII on Feb. 11 to cheer for Travis in the Chiefs-San Francisco 49ers matchup.

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It’s official that Blue Bloods will end with its 14th season – half the episodes will air this spring when the series begins on Feb. 16 and then the second half will air in the fall, so there’s a ways to go until it’s done.

But fans of the series who are saddened by its demise were recently heartened to read that they’re not alone. Series star Tom Selleck, who plays NYPD Commission Frank Reagan, isn’t ready for the end either.

He recently told TV Insider that he sees the possibilities of more stories involving the Reagan clan.

"CBS will find an awful lot of people aren’t ready to say goodbye to it," Selleck said. "The show’s more popular than ever, and I think [numbers] will increase with the interest this year. We’re certainly not out of ideas."

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When the series returns this fall, the rest of the Reagan clan will be back as well: Donnie Wahlberg as Danny; Bridget Moynahan as Erin; Will Estes as Jamie; and Len Cariou as Henry Reagan will all be back for Sunday family dinners; as will Vanessa Ray, who plays Jamie’s wife Eddie Janko; and Andrew Terraciano, who plays Danny’s youngest son Sean.

Donnie Wahlberg as Danny Reagan, Will Hochman as Joe Hill, and Andrew Terraciano as Sean Reagan

Photo: CBS ©2022

It will be interesting to see if Blue Bloods ends with Frank retiring as the commissioner, but don’t look for Selleck to follow suit when the series wraps. He is currently working on his memoir You Never Know: A Memoir, which will be released on May 24, and if we’re lucky, he will finally have the time to write the next installment in the Jesse Stone series of movies.

“I’m not counting the days so I can do something else,” Selleck said. “I love the work. Sometimes the hours are a little harder because I’m older, but so what? I want work as long as they’ll have me.”

Blue Bloods season 14 begins airing on February 16 at 10 p.m. ET/PT on CBS.

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We've all heard the saying, "I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream." But what about those who are avoiding dairy and animal products? 

In the past, your options for non-dairy ice cream were limited—and when you further narrowed it down to vegan-friendly choices, the list was very short indeed. You probably were left with a few different flavors of sorbet, if you were lucky. Thankfully, you have many more choices these days, as an ever-growing list of brands have expanded their ice cream lineups to include vegan options. In addition to pints, many are also offering vegan-free novelty products like ice cream sandwiches and frozen fruit pops.

To help you find the best vegan ice cream, we took a jog through the freezer section to find the brands that are worth checking out. 

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Non-Dairy vs. Dairy-Free vs. Vegan Ice Cream

While many non-dairy or dairy-free ice creams (and other food products) are also vegan, that’s not always the case because these products may contain eggs, honey, or other ingredients that aren't vegan-friendly. Also, in a twist that's uniquely American, the FDA doesn't regulate the term dairy-free and the term non-dairy is regulated but casein, or milk protein, is allowed in non-dairy products (see: non-dairy creamer). 

The upshot? It’s always a good idea to study the ingredients list to be sure—even for products previously marketed as vegan-friendly—because the labeling rules are a little murky and manufacturers are also constantly tweaking ingredients and trying new formulas. Doing your homework before you buy will help you make sure you're actually getting vegan ice cream.

The 15 Best Vegan Ice Cream Ranked 

We broke out our ice cream scoopers and tried a wide assortment of vegan frozen desserts that ran the gamut from disappointing to dreamy. To save you the trouble, we narrowed things down to our top 15 vegan ice creams and ranked them from good to great.

15. Trader Joe's 

Trader Joe's

Trader Joe’s has a reputation for catering to vegans, offering a wide variety of vegan-friendly products and constantly adding new items to the mix. They currently have a large, diverse assortment of vegan-friendly desserts, including frozen dessert sandwiches, novelties and good ol' cartons. The non-dairy oat milk strawberry frozen dessert is a good option, but be sure to also check out the frozen bon bons and the black tea and boba frozen desserts. 

14. Mauna Loa 

Mauna Loa

The Mauna Loa dairy-free ice creams are made from a macadamia nut milk base —and if you’ve never had it before, we suspect you'll become an immediate fan. The line's options include some fun flavors with creative names like Rocky Road to Hana and Big Island Mac Nut. The macadamia nut milk adds some richness and creaminess, but it’s not quite as creamy as others on our list, and some diehard ice cream fans might find it a bit too watery. 

13. Bubbies

Bubbies

Bubbies makes a variety of plant-based oat milk-based mochi ice cream and frozen treats. Mochi is a traditional Japanese dough made from rice that's known for its delightful chew. When wrapped around ice cream (diary or non-dairy), it's an extra delicious treat. All of Bubbies' varieties are made from simple ingredients, but some do contain egg whites, so definitely check the box before you buy. The vegan-friendly lineup includes flavors like Alphonso Mango and Red Ripe Strawberry, so there are options for every type of sweet seeker. 

12. Baskin-Robbins 

Baskin Robbins

Baskin-Robbins, one of the most famous names in ice cream, has several vegan-friendly offerings, including Daiquiri Ice, Lemon Sorbet, but one flavor in particular might surprise you. Minty and creamy, the Non-Dairy Mint Chocochunk variety has a mint base studded with chocolate chunks and fudge swirls. You can get it in Baskin-Robbins stores or order online for delivery.

11. Oatly 

Oatly

As you can probably guess from the name, Oatly makes their ice cream out of oat milk—and they seem to have a winning formula. Whereas some dairy-free ice creams can be thin and watery, Oatly's frozen desserts are thick and creamy. The pint-sized carton is available in 11 flavors and they also have novelty bars and mini cups.

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10. Craig’s 

Craig's

The tagline for Craig’s ice cream products is “born in Hollywood” because the line is affiliated with the West Hollywood celebrity hot-spot Craig’s Restaurant. The frozen desserts were a hit with the A-list clientele—and luckily for us, these frozen treats are now available in grocery stores. (You can also find them as the base for some Johnny Rockets milkshakes.) This vegan option is made from cashews and other natural ingredients. Flavor options include Cold Brew with Chamberlain Coffee, Perfectly Chocolate, PB Krunch, Melrose Mint Chip, Sunset & Strawberry and Killa Vanilla. Also, keep an eye out for a limited-edition flavor that may be appearing soon.

9. Chloe’s 

Chloe's

If you love ice cream sandwiches—and who doesn’t?—these cute and tasty little mini frozen cookie sandwiches from Chloe’s are the perfect vegan treat. They’re delicious and just 80 calories each. The brand also has a variety of vegan-friendly frozen fruit pops if that's more your speed.

8. KIND Frozen Treat Bars

KIND

KIND is well known for its fruit and nut bars, but a few years ago they added frozen treats to their lineup. Within that line are four plant-based KIND Frozen Treat Bars: Dark Chocolate Almond, Peanut Butter Dark Chocolate, Mint Chocolate Almond and Chocolate Cherry Almond. These bars are almond-based, which gives them a toasty, nutty flavor. And much like the brand's bars, the frozen versions are studded with chopped nuts and dipped halfway in chocolate. In addition to being delicious, they’re also packed with fiber and have zero grams of trans fat.

7. Arctic Zero 

Arctic Zero

Arctic Zero stands apart from the vegan frozen dessert crowd because its frozen desserts are made from faba beans (aka fava beans) instead of nuts. The beans are packed with nutrients and make a great option for people who want to go vegan and avoid nuts. (Two of the flavors—chocolate peanut butter and pistachio—do contain nuts.) Choose from ten tempting flavors, including Cookie Shake, Cake Batter, and Strawberry Shortcake. These delicious desserts are also low in calories—most of the varieties have just 160 calories in an entire pint.

6. Cado 

Cado

Move over guac and avocado toast, it's avocado ice cream's time to shine! Cado makes its frozen desserts out of avocados, which makes it rich, smooth and creamy. Choose from ten tasty flavors—the company says the Deep Dark Chocolate is the dairy-free category's best-selling flavor, but Java Chip, Vanilla Bean, and Chocolate Peanut Butter are also popular picks. The brand also recently introduced two varieties of ice cream sandwiches, Double Chocolate and Mint Chip. 

5. NadaMoo 

NadaMoo

The folks at NadaMoo have been making coconut-milk ice cream for nearly 20 years, and they seem to have it down to a science. This is some of the creamiest dairy-free ice cream you will find, and it's lower in fat and calories than many typical ice cream products. Their permanent roster includes classic flavors like Organic Chocolate and Cookies & Creme, but they also frequently add limited-time flavors, like Pumpkin Pie, to the mix. It’s a little pricey, but we think it’s an indulgence worth splurging on.

4. Wicked Kitchen 

Wicked Kitchen

Wicked Kitchen has only been around for six years but has made a big splash in a short time. They have dozens of animal-free food products ranging from mac & cheese to frozen pizzas available in major stores like Kroger and Sprouts, so be sure to keep an eye out for them if you haven’t tried them yet. Their ice cream is some of the tastiest ice cream (plant-based or not) we’ve tried—and while it’s terrific right out of the carton, it also makes for great milkshakes. They have pints in five flavors—we think the Birthday Cake is a must-try—and several types of frozen novelties.

Related: The 15 Most Popular Jeni's Ice Cream Flavors Ranked 

3. Breyers

Breyers

Breyers is among the most recognizable names in the freezer section—and while it may not have the of flavors as some of the other brands, the quality of their ice cream delivers a rich and creamy flavor that puts it near the top of the pack. It's also a very affordable option, which is great for budget-seekers. They stick with just three classic flavors, all made from oat milk. The vanilla is great as a base for milkshakes (made with your choice of dairy-free milk) or sundaes.

2. So Delicious 

So Delicious

So Delicious stands out for its broad assortment of vegan-friendly options— there’s something for everyone among the products in its frozen dessert lineup. They have cartons of ice cream made from cashew milk, oat milk, coconut milk, and more in flavors like peanut butter brownie, bananas foster and s’mores. Plus, there are novelties like dessert bars, ice cream sandwiches, and whipped toppings. All of them live up to the brand name—they truly are so delicious. Looking to broaden your vegan options? The brand also has an assortment of beverages, creamers and yogurts.

 1. Ben & Jerry's 

Ben & Jerry's

Our top pick may not come as much of a surprise. Ben & Jerry’s is a brand that embodies the spirit of trailblazers and trendsetters—and always delivers on taste, texture and flavor. Founded by a pair of self-proclaimed hippies who opened their first ice cream shop in Vermont in the 1970s, the company prides itself on its dedication to social causes, earth-friendly practices and quality ingredients.

After fans started an online petition requesting the brand offer non-dairy options, Ben & Jerry’s added four non-dairy varieties made from almond milk in 2016, and have been expanding their non-dairy and vegan offerings ever since. Vegans can enjoy versions of the brand’s most popular flavors, like Cherry Garcia and Phish Food, made with vegan-friendly ingredients. The company recently began switching the non-dairy formulation from almond and sunflower bases to an oat base, which makes for an even creamier—and dreamier—taste.

Keep an eye out for their newest addition to the non-dairy lineup, Strawberry Cheezecake, which is just making its way to store shelves now.

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As pet owners, it’s hard not to buy every cute thing we see for our furry friends. Whether it’s a new feeder, a handy toy or yummy new treats, it’s easy to come up with excuses why we “have to have it.” Don’t even get us started on all of the adorable dog jackets and sweaters there are. With that said, pet couches are definitely hard to pass up. And Aldi’s newest pet sofa is the affordable luxury pet item you might just need to actually get.

Coming to Aldi stores in the upcoming Aldi Finds starting Feb. 7 to Feb. 13, the popular grocery store is dropping a Luxury Pet Sofa from their pet brand, Heart to Tail. It’s only $39.99 and features Boucle fabric, which is a looped yarn material. It measures 25.59 inches wide, 17.32 inches deep and 14.96 inches tall and holds a dog or cat up to 30 lbs. It’s a sweet oval or round shape, elevated and has a mid-century modern feel thanks to the slanted wood feet. The actual cushion is made of foam to provide your pet with comfort while sleeping there.

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Heart to Tail Luxury Pet Sofa, $39.99 at Aldi

Aldi

Pet couches aren’t new but they’re becoming more and more popular. And why not? You mean I can buy a tiny version of a couch just for my cat or dog? And they’ll get to look like a little human in their mini pet sofa like a little sophisticated being? Sign me up! This viral TikTok from user @kylenct—which has over 2.2 million likes—is proof enough that people eat up mini living rooms and mini furniture for cats or pets in general.

Aldi’s pet couch is called a “luxury pet sofa,” but its price is anything but.

If you can’t make it into Aldi next week to buy their pet sofa in person, there are other pet couches and elevated pet sofas from other brands that range from Aldi’s price to higher-end products. Here are some other pet sofas and pet couches (elevated and not elevated) to choose from:

Nate & Jeremiah Elevated Pet Bed, starting at $89.99 at PetSmart

PetSmart

Part of PetSmart's new Nate & Jeremiah collection, this elevated pet bed comes in two sizes, with the smaller size holding up to 80 lbs and the larger one having a weight limit of 120 lbs. It's a chic wicker material for the bed and the mattress is removable and cozy. 

Nate & Jeremiah Faux Leather Couch Pet Bed, $59.99 at PetSmart

PetSmart

Also part of this new collection is a faux leather couch pet bed to really give your furry friend the luxurious furniture they deserve. This also comes in two sizes and has foam around three of the edges to provide your dog or cat with "extra comfort." 

CRITTER SITTERS 36-in. Microfiber White Rectangle Pet Bed for Medium-Sized Dogs, $119.99 on Amazon

Amazon

On the higher-end of things (and a bit more expensive), Amazon has a microfiber rectangle pet sofa that's elevated similarly to the Aldi Luxury Pet Sofa. It's a bit more of a chaise lounge or loveseat situation and comes in four different sizes (with different shapes). And the color selection is also pretty expansive. One reviewer commented that it was "better than any floor bed we ever had." 

Washable Puppy Sleeping Bed Cat Couch Anti-Slip Bottom (White), $39.99 on Amazon

Lastly, Amazon also has a very adorable cat or puppy bed in the shape of a couch. This one isn't elevated but instead has an anti-slip bottom. It has a very soft and furry fabric for your cat to cozy up with, which is removable for easy cleaning. It comes in three colors and only one size (26"L x 14.5"W x 13"Th) so it's more so for cats and smaller dogs. But the felines chilling on this pet couch in the reviews seem totally content with it.

If this has taught you anything it's that cats and dogs look so adorable when they're sitting in human-like furniture made for their sizes. Again, how can you say no?!

Next up, check out Aldi's colorful 6-piece meal prep set for only $10!

I don't know what it is about series like Sanditon and Downton Abbey. but I just can't get enough of period shows. I love shows Miss Scarlet and the Duke and Hotel Portofino and even period Westerns like 1883, the prequel series to the modern-day Yellowstone. I'm looking forward to the Jane Austen-inspired movies premiering throughout the month of February on Hallmark Channel. Not to be outdone, Hallmark Movies & Mysteries has a period movie for their own. Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers takes us to the end of the 19th century where an independent woman tries to solve a murder in a male-driven world.

Here's everything we know about Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers including a Parade exclusive sneak peek. Take a look.

What is Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers about?

It’s July 1895 and the New York elite have decamped to Newport, Rhode Island for a summer of balls, garden parties, and yacht races. Covering these events for the women’s pages of the Newport Observer is Emma Vanderbilt-Cross (Ali Skovbye), a fearless 21-year-old writer with family ties to the wealthy Vanderbilt family. But writing articles about food and fashion is the last thing on Emma’s mind when her half-brother Brady Cross (James Drew Dean) is arrested for the murder of Goddard (Cesare Scarpone), the long-time Vanderbilt business advisor. She decides to take matters into her own hands and sets out to prove her half-brother’s innocence, discovering Goddard had more than his fair share of enemies. As Emma investigates with the help of police detective and crush Jesse Whyte (Danny Griffin), housekeeper Nanny O’Neal (Gillian Barber) and coroner’s assistant Harriet Rice (Amira Anderson), she’s plunged into a word of intrigue and danger – while attracting the attention of the town’s mysterious new stranger (Nathan Witte). As Emma grows closer to the truth, Goddard’s true murderer goes on the offensive, willing to stop at nothing to keep their identity a secret.

Related: Miss Scarlet and the Duke Returns for Season 4! Get All the Details!

Is Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers based on other material?

Yes, Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers is basedoff a series of books from author Alyssa Maxwell. There are currently 11 books in the series with Murder at the Breakers being the first book in the series.

Meet the cast of Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers Ali Skovbye (Emma)

Skovbye is best known for her work in Firefly Lane, where she played the teenaged version of Tully Hart (Katherine Heigl). She has appeared in The Man in the High Castle and When Calls the Heart where she played Becky Stanton. Her older sister, Tiera Skovbye starred in Nurses and Ride.

Related: Season 2 of Firefly Lane Will Be Its Last. Get All the Details!

Danny Griffin (Jesse)

The British Griffin is best known for his roles in Fate: The Winx Saga and Guy Ritchie's limited crime series, The Gentleman starring Matthew McConaghey, Charlie Hunnam, and Henry Golding.

Nathan Witte (Derrick)

Witte has starred in the Merry Liddle Christmas movies on Lifetime and has appeared in several Hallmark Channel series and films including The Nine Kittens of Christmas, Chesapeake Shores, and Garage Sale Mysteries.

When does Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers premiere?

Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers premieres on Friday, Feb. 2 at 9 p.m. ET on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries.

Related: Hotel Portofino Returns For Its Sophmore Season!

When can I watch Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers again?

Sunday, Feb. 4 at 7 p.m. ET
Wednesday, Feb. 7 at 7 p.m. ET
Saturday, Feb. 10 at 9 p.m. ET
Friday, Feb. 23 at 7 p.m. ET

Does Parade have a sneak peek of Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers?

It's no mystery that we do! Check out this Parade exclusive sneak peek from Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers below.

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Miley Cyrus is on fire—and many say poised for a few Grammy wins—in her latest powerful post.

The pop songstress took to Instagram on Friday, Feb. 2, with a snapshot of herself posing in a black underwear set, sunglasses, and matching pointed-toe pumps, eliciting quite the response from her devoted supporters.

In the shot, she stood in front of a white backdrop, hands on hips, while putting all her weight on one leg. Her hair was styled in a voluminous, combed-back bouffant-reminiscent manner, giving the shot a touch of old Hollywood glamor.

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On X (formerly Twitter), more photos from the shoot surfaced, seen in Polaroid-style images that looked to be laid out on a table.

Though Cyrus left the image she uploaded caption-less, it seems her fans took it upon themselves to campaign for what the caption could have been, and they were mostly surrounding her numerous Grammy nominations.

🚨 MILEY CYRUS IS COMING pic.twitter.com/iGbm2vIluC

— Miley Nation (@MileyNation13) February 2, 2024

"YOUR POWER," the official Instagram account of skincare brand Sol de Janeiro wrote in the comment section, alongside a fire flame and clapping hands emoji.

"Fierce Bad b---h energy," someone else chimed in, while another said, "The Grammy is coming."

"CATEGORY IS : WINNER OF THE NIGHT," an additional fan quipped, while another insisted the capture was already a "Pre-Grammy win" in itself.

Someone else put a clever twist on the name of the awards show, writing, "It’s not the GRAMMYs this year it’s the GRAMMILEYs."

Related: Dolly Parton Has a Direct Message for Miley Cyrus Ahead of 2024 Grammys

Many social media users across both sharing platforms are, instead, convinced she's teasing a new era, with two obvious supporters of the content dropping comments like, "NEW ERA I SCREAM" and "I LOVE THIS ERA CAUSE ITS SO SEX AND THE CITY!!"

The 31-year-old received a total of six nods this year for her 2023-released project, Endless Summer Vacation, including in the highly-coveted Record of the Year and Song of the Year categories for the album's lead single "Flowers."

Next: Everything to Know About the 2024 Grammys, Including the Nominees

Heidi Klum stunned on the red carpet with a gorgeous little black dress that took some bold steps in its design.

Klum, 50, was photographed after arriving at Warner Music Group’s annual pre-Grammys party on Feb. 1 at Citizen News in Los Angeles.

The former Sports Illustrated Swimsuit cover model posed on the red carpet wearing a tight mid-thigh dress seemingly designed to make heads turn with the striking display of its chest cutouts. Klum smiled at the camera and waved as she posed in the black number, a creation of the New York-based designer LaQuan Smith.

Klum shared photos and a video of her red carpet look on Instagram. She mentioned DJ Tiësto, the producer of her new song “Sunglasses at Night,” in her video caption.

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The America’s Got Talent host dropped her single, a cover of Corey Hart’s song from his 1983 debut album First Offense, last week. She also released a video in support of the cover song, which fittingly features her sporting sunglasses and dancing in slow motion to the ’80s synth-style music.

Klum recently told Billboard that she views music as “a fun thing to do” and approached Tiësto about working on the song together. She credited her exposure to the “music world” as providing her with “the opportunity to connect the dots and make these things happen.”

One year ago, Klum similarly captivated fans with her red carpet look at the 2023 Grammys. At last year’s awards show, the model wore a deep plunging gold gown featuring an intricate chain design.

This year’s Grammy Awards ceremony is scheduled to take place on Feb. 4 at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. Comedian and former Daily Show host Trevor Noah will be hosting the show for his fourth consecutive year. Billie Eilish, Dua Lipa, Olivia Rodrigo and SZA are among the artists expected to perform during the ceremony.

Next: Heidi Klum Basically Bares It All in Behind-the-Scenes Footage of Risqué Music Video

Rob "Gronk" Gronkowski knows a thing or two about being in the spotlight. As a former wingman to GOAT quarterback Tom Brady, the retired NFL tight end has spent plenty of time under a magnifying glass himself. But recently, Gronk shared his candid opinion about the attention Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift's romance has attracted this season.

During an exclusive Zoom interview with Parade, Gronk opened up about all things related to Super Bowl LVIII, game-time snacks—and yes, even Swelce/Tayvis mania—while promoting Bounty's Ultimate Wingmen campaign.

"I think it's great," Gronkowski shared. "I think Travis Kelce is kind of the only guy in the NFL that can handle this type of attention as well."

For Gronk, the proof is in the results. Kelce's Kansas City Chiefs will face off against the San Francisco 49ers at the 2024 Super Bowl on Feb. 11.

"It hasn't affected him one bit. I mean, he's showing up week in and week out on the field every Sunday," the current Fox Sports NFL analyst told Parade. "He's producing big-time catches when needed on third down, he's producing big time catches in the red zone for some touchdowns as well. "

Gronkowski continued: "So Travis, man, I know the guy. He's fun, He's entertaining. And he can handle all the pressure that's thrown out, thrown at him. No doubt."

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Of course, Gronkowski started dating model and TV personality Camille Kostek in 2015, when he played for the Patriots, so he had a tiny taste of what it's like as a professional athlete dating someone from the entertainment industry.

Kelce and Swift may be on a whole other level of superstar coupledom in the NFL—but no matter what happens, Gronk has faith in his fellow tight end to handle it like a champ.

For Kelce's sake, hopefully, he'll handle it as a Super Bowl champ on Feb. 11!

Next: What Retired Wide Receiver Julian Edelman Really Thinks About Taylor Swift's Impact on the NFL (Exclusive)