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A sofa table is a must-have in any home, but especially those with limited square footage. Lightweight and easy to move around, a sofa table takes advantage of vertical space, giving you extra surface area without taking up a lot of room. Recently, IKEA just came out with a brand-new sofa table that is beautiful, sturdy and practical.

The UGGLERUM Side Table at IKEA is truly perfect for small space living. Standing just over 26 inches tall and measuring 15.75 inches in width and slightly over 18 inches in length, this side table is compact and easy to move around your home. It can hold up to 33 pounds.

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Boasting a timeless mid-century design with a sculptural shape and softly rounded edges, this sofa table is as stunning as it is practical. What's more, the base of the table easily slides underneath your couch, allowing you to pull the tabletop closer. From working on some late-night emails to enjoying dinner while watching Jeopardy! (no judgement here, because same), this sofa table allows you to sit comfortably on the couch with access to a surface.

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For its construction, this sofa table is made out of a solid rubberwood that has been stained in walnut color, elevating the appearance of the piece and really making it something special and unique.

IKEA customers love this sofa table so far, giving it an average rating of 4.5 stars on IKEA.com, with reviewers rating it highly for its appearance, quality, value for the money and functionality.

"Perfect side table," raved one fan in a five-star review on IKEA.com. "When I saw these tables were coming out, couldn't wait to get a few. Light enough to move around to use as needed. Primarily used in living room around sofas, nice that base can slide under sofa so tabletop can be really close by if needed."

"Love the design of the table! It’s beautiful and sturdy. The finish is great," said another happy IKEA shopper in a five-star review on IKEA.com.

You can find these gorgeous new sofa tables on IKEA.com or in select IKEA stores. It retails for $99.99.

Related: This Pretty Nature-Inspired Shower Curtain at IKEA Brightens Up Any Bathroom

Today's NYT Wordle answer reminds us of the incredible mysteries hidden beneath the ocean's surface. But the day just isn't complete until I've solved all of the free word games from the New York Times, including Connections, Connections Sports Edition, Strands, and Mini Crossword. If you’re stuck on today’s Wordle answer, we’re here to help—but beware of spoilers for Wordle #1865 ahead.

Let's start with a few hints.

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There are two vowels in today's five-letter word.

Today's Wordle begins with a consonant.

There are no double letters in today's Wordle.

A hint for today's Wordle is: People use this to locate objects underwater.

OK, that's it for hints—I don't want to totally give it away before revealing the answer!

Related: 16 Games Like Wordle To Give You Your Word Game Fix More Than Once Every 24 Hours

We'll have the answer below this friendly reminder of how to play the game.

SPOILERS BELOW—do not scroll any further if you don't want the answer revealed.

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Today's Wordle answer on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, is SONAR.

-If you missed it, catch up with the answer to yesterday’s Wordle.

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Before Marvel’s annual Hall H presentation at San Diego Comic-Con, Ryan Reynolds pulled off a prank that left fans stunned.

Dressed in a denim Deadpool costume, Reynolds walked the exhibit floor, taking pictures with Deadpool fans who thought he was a cosplayer. While he did have a badge around his neck, wristbands were slipped inside to cover his name. Fans had no idea it was him until he appeared in Hall H, his name fully visible on the badge.

During the presentation, Reynolds jokingly asked Robert Downey Jr. when Avengers: Doomsday would begin filming.

“It’s in the can, bro, look around you,” Downey replied. “Did you bump your head?”

“I see,” Reynolds replied. “So there’s no additional photography, no overages, hot costs — maybe last-minute additions?”

Leaving Downey no time to respond, Reynolds abruptly said, “No further questions. Happy Hogan, fetch the Audi. We’re leaving.”

Although Reynolds hasn’t confirmed if he’ll be in Doomsday yet, he did take to social media to express his gratitude for being able to attend Comic-Con.

“The fans got Deadpool off the ground so many years ago,” Reynolds captioned an Instagram Reel. “Yesterday, 10 years after the first film and exactly 2 years after Deadpool & Wolverine, I felt so lucky to be on the #SDCC floor with everyone whose unapologetic devotion brings so much joy to this world. No handlers, no security, no ropes. WHAT A GIFT. Thanks to everyone I met, who aren’t only cosplaying but world-building.”

Fans who met Reynolds during Comic-Con have also taken to Instagram Reels, with one user saying they were “crashing out” because they didn’t realize it was him in the suit.

“Same thing happened to us in the exhibit hall,” a fan commented. “We were [complimenting] his Canadian tuxedo suit, and he was all for it, like Deadpool emoting and nodding his head. Little did we know it was him.”

“Walking around Comic-Con without telling anyone is such a Deadpool thing to do,” another said.

Watch Reynolds’ surprise Comic-Con appearance here:

Suri Cruise has traded her father's last name for her mother's, and now it's official.

The 20-year-old daughter of Hollywood stars Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes legally changed her last name from Cruise to Noelle — her mother's middle name — according to voter registration records obtained by People. 

Tom, the Mission: Impossible star, and Katie, the Dawson's Creek alum, welcomed Suri in April 2006 and married that November. Their marriage ended in 2012, and Suri has largely grown up out of the spotlight since.

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Suri, now a student at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, registered to vote in Allegheny County during her freshman year in October 2024. Her registration lists her as Suri Noelle. The switch wasn't sudden. Suri had already walked at her high school graduation under the name Suri Noelle back in June 2024, Page Six reported.

Katie rarely discusses Suri publicly, but she made an exception when her daughter left for college. "I'm proud of my daughter," she told Town & Country. "Of course, I will miss the close proximity, but I'm really proud of her and I'm happy."

She added, "I remember being this age, this time of beginnings. It's exciting to learn about yourself, and I loved that time, so it makes me happy to think about it like that."

Katie has also moved fast to protect her daughter's privacy. After a report claimed Suri had accessed a trust fund from her father, Katie shut it down directly on Instagram, calling the story "completely false".

Katie has hinted at this protective streak before. In a 2023 interview with Glamour, the then-45-year-old shared how she's approached raising her daughter in the public eye, saying, "What has been really important for me with my daughter, because she was so visible at a young age, is I really like to protect her."

TMZ reported on July 24 that Suri is also tied to a Carnegie Mellon student production of A Midsummer Night's Dream set to travel to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe next month, though her name doesn't appear on the cast or crew list.

While her professional updates continue to make headlines, her relationship with her father remains distant. Suri and Tom haven't been seen together publicly in over a decade, The Sun reported in 2023.

Tom stays closer with his two adopted children, Bella, 33, and Connor, 31, whom he shares with ex-wife Nicole Kidman.

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On days when you don’t have much to dress up for but still want to look put together, a matching lounge set is an easy solution. It gives you that coordinated, intentional look without requiring much effort, while still being comfortable enough to wear for hours at a time.

If you’re looking for a budget-friendly option, the Uvn Short-Sleeve Top and Wide Leg Pants Lounge Set is a great pick. Right now, it’s on sale for over 50% off at Walmart, bringing the price down from $40 to just $18.

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The set comes in sizes ranging from small through 3XL, making it accessible for a wide range of body types. The short-sleeve top is designed with a slim fit that highlights the upper body, while subtle side ruching at the hem adds a bit of shape and visual interest. It comes in 12 colors — from easy-to-style neutrals to bolder spring hues — to match your style.

The matching pants balance out the fitted top with a relaxed, straight leg silhouette. This contrast creates a flattering look that feels modern without being overly structured. It’s an easy combination that works for both comfort and style.

Made from a soft and breathable blend of 95% polyester and 5% spandex, the fabric has a smooth feel and a gentle stretch. It’s lightweight enough for warmer weather but still structured enough to hold its shape throughout the day.

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Styling is simple, and the pieces can be worn together or mixed with other items in your wardrobe. Pair the set with sneakers and a baseball cap for a sporty everyday look, or add a denim jacket and sandals for something more casual and fun. For a slightly more polished outfit, you can drape a sweater over your shoulders and finish the look with flats.

This set is also incredibly versatile when it comes to where you can wear it. It works well for travel days, running errands, casual brunches, or even just lounging at home. It’s the kind of outfit you’ll find yourself reaching for again and again.

One reviewer shared, “I bought this outfit to have as an easy everyday outfit I could dress up or down.” Another shopper described it as “so cute and comfortable” and "versatile." They added, “The fabric is soft and durable. I washed it and it stayed as good as new."

If you’re ready to add something comfortable yet stylish to your wardrobe, the Uvn Short-Sleeve Top and Wide Leg Pants Lounge Set is a solid choice. With the current over 50% discount, you can save $22 and pick up a set that’s as practical as it is easy to wear.

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YouTube Premium subscribers are about to get a lot more for their $15.99 a month.

On Monday, July 27, YouTube announced that eligible subscribers in the U.S. will soon get ad-supported Peacock Premium included with their membership at no extra cost, a streaming service that runs about $11 a month on its own.

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The perk comes through an expanded partnership with NBCUniversal, announced by YouTube chief business officer Mary Ellen Coe. YouTube Premium already strips ads from videos and adds background play, downloads and YouTube Music. Now it folds in Peacock's lineup of live sports, Universal movies and hit series, including the NFL, NBA, Saturday Night Live, Love Island USA and Law & Order: SVU.

It is not available yet. YouTube said the rollout will happen "in the coming months," and the company will share official launch dates and eligibility details closer to then. So there is nothing to activate today. YouTube has not yet detailed exactly how eligible subscribers will get access, only that it will come at no extra charge.

YouTube also teased additional options down the line, including international bundles and the ability to upgrade a Peacock membership beyond the ad-supported tier. As part of the same deal, a selection of live NBCUniversal sporting events will stream free on the NBC Sports YouTube channel for everyone, not just Premium members.

One thing to keep in mind: the ad-supported tier means most Peacock titles will still play with commercials. Even so, the deal reflects a broader shift, with streaming giants increasingly teaming up on bundles to keep subscribers from hitting cancel.

For anyone already paying for both services, the change effectively erases a monthly bill. For everyone else, it makes one of YouTube's pricier subscriptions an easier sell.

While Procol Harum might be best known for their iconic 1967 hit "Whiter Shade of Pale," that wasn't the only song to land the British band on the charts. Another track on the group's self-titled album, the song "Conquistador" became Procol Harum's second highest-charting hit...but it took years for that to happen.

As Keith Reid told Songfacts, "Conquistador" was written before Procol Harum was officially a group.

"Gary Brooker and I, before we formed Procol Harum, when we were just working together as songwriters and getting into it, we had this regular deal where he lived about 40 miles from London near the ocean, and I'd jump on a train once a week and go visit him," Reid recalled.

"He'd have a bunch of my lyrics and he'd play me whatever he had been working on," Reid continued.

"This particular time, though, I'd got down there and he'd been working on a tune. He said, 'What does this sound like to you?' And I said, 'Oh, conquistador.' It had a little bit of a Spanish flavor to it. I went into another room and started writing the words there and then. 99 out of 100 of those Procol Harum songs were written the words first and then were set to music. But that particular one, the words hadn't existed before he had the musical idea," he explained.

The lyrics are from the perspective of someone who comes across a dead Conquistador lying on a beach:

Conquistador, your stallion stands in need of company
And like some angel’s hallowed brow, you reek of purity
I see your armor-plated breast has long since lost its sheen
And in your death mask face, there are no signs which can be seen

While the song didn't make a major impression with the masses right away, its status as one of the band's most popular tracks was cemented when it was released as a single from the band's 1972 live album Procol Harum Live: In Concert with the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra. Exactly five years after "Whiter Shade of Pale" hit #5 on the Billboard Hot 100 (on July 29, 1967), "Conquistador" peaked at #16 on the same date in 1972, spending 13 weeks on the chart overall.

Years later, in a 2010 interview, Brooker said Edmonton Symphony Live featured his best vocal performances with Procol Harum.

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"It always gives one a great deal of pleasure if you know that when you sing live, that you sing as well or better than you did in the studio," Brooker explained.

"And, of course, when you get excited, when you're playing on stage, a bit more adrenaline, it always fits well in with the feeling," he continued. "When we played in Edmonton with the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra that first time, it was a very inspiring evening, and there was a lot of good music going on from everybody, and the vocals had to get over it all."

Brooker went on to say that "usually, what you're singing in a studio, you haven't really sung before. You are recording that song for the first time. Sometimes I walk up to the microphone and it's the first time I've had a serious go at it with the backing going on. When we record in the studio, we always have a vocal mike up at the keyboard, so I always sing all of them the same time as playing. And very often those guide vocals are what gets used on the finished recording. So it's much easier to sing and play and just be natural about it — which is what it's like on stage — than standing in a booth crafting something."

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Chicago, the band behind the timeless hit "If You Leave Me Now," delivered more exciting news amid its 2026 tour.

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame-inducted band continues to expand their fall tour with three new stops.

As they rolled out the dates for their highly anticipated shows, Chicago announced additional one-night shows in Atlantic City, New Jersey and Port Chester, New York, all scheduled for November.

Nov. 6 - Atlantic City, NJ
Nov. 7 - Atlantic City, NJ
Nov. 10 - Port Chester, NY

In an Instagram post, the band shared that the fan club pre-sale begins on July 28 at 10:00 a.m. ET, while general ticket sales begin on July 31 at 10:00 a.m. ET.

The headlining fall tour will kick off on Sep. 23 in Jacksonville, Oregon with other West Coast stops, followed by a show in Idaho in October before continuing with a string of Northeast dates in November.

The last stop for this run will be on Nov. 14 in Salamanca, New York.

For the past few months, Chicago has been touring across North America, starting with its limited nine-show residency at the Venetian Las Vegas in February.

In July, the band began its co-headlining concert tour with Styx for The Windy Cities Tour, which kicked off on July 13 in Florida.

This marked the band's first time touring with the fellow rock legends for a massive 25-date run.

"We are excited about the summer tour," Chicago trumpeter and remaining original member Lee Loughnane mentioned in a press release. "Chicago has never toured with Styx before so it's going to be a lot of fun, we're looking forward to it."

Please see the remaining dates for The Windy Cities Tour and Chicago’s headlining fall tour below.

July 26 - Mansfield, MA @ Xfinity Center
July 28 - Toronto, Ontario @ RBC Amphitheatre
July 30 - Grand Rapids, MI @ Acrisure Amphitheater
Aug. 1 - Rosemont, IL @ Allstate Arena
Aug. 2 - Noblesville, IN @ Ruoff Music Center
Aug. 5 - Cuyahoga Falls, OH @ Blossom Music Center
Aug. 6 - Cincinnati, OH @ Riverbend Music Center
Aug. 19 - Austin, TX @ Moody Center
Aug. 20 - Houston, TX @ The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion Sponsored by Huntsman
Aug. 24 - St. Louis, MO @ Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre
Aug. 25 - Kansas City, MO @ MORTON Amphitheater
Aug. 28 - Denver, CO @ Ball Arena
Aug. 30 - Salt Lake City, UT @ Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre
Sept. 1 - Phoenix, AZ @ Mortgage Matchup Center
Sept. 2 - Palm Desert, CA @ Acrisure Arena
Sept. 4 - Concord, CA @ Toyota Pavilion at Concord
Sept. 6 - Los Angeles, CA @ Kia Forum
Sep. 17 - Paso Robles, CA
Sep. 19 - Rohnert Park, CA
Sep. 20 - Reno, NV
Sep. 23 - Jacksonville, OR
Sep. 25 - Hillsboro, OR
Sep. 26 - Puyallup, WA
Sep. 27 - Spokane, WA
Sep. 29 - Missoula, MT
Sep. 30 - Billings, MT
Oct. 2 - Idaho Falls, ID
Nov. 5 - Bethlehem, PA
Nov. 6 - Atlantic City, NJ
Nov. 7 - Atlantic City, NJ
Nov. 10 - Port Chester, NY
Nov. 11 - Wallingford, CT
Nov. 13 - Westbury, NY
Nov. 14 - Salamanca, NY

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Valid or not, the old adage "distance makes the heart grow fonder" may turn out to be true not only for bickering couples, but the internet's favorite band too.

Greta Van Fleet put rumors to rest that they are indeed staying together. To prove it, they not only dropped a new single this May, but another one this week.

Here's a snippet from their official Instagram page:

This one is titled "Saw You Stand". Just as you'd expect if you're already a fan, lead vocalist Josh Kiszka belts out the chorus with tonal flashbacks to Led Zeppelin's Robert Plant in his heyday.

"We are like a bunch of old men," Josh told Rolling Stone of the comparisons in 2018.

Small but mighty, hitting his signature screeching notes without breaking a sweat, the song already sounds like the band is staying true to form, which led them to become one of social media's most viral artists on their last tour.

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So far, the band has only teased fans with under-minute clips on various social platforms.

According to Blabbermouth, "Saw You Stand" is set for an official release date at the end of the month.

To commemorate the new song, GVF will be performing a special one-night only show at Chicago's Metro on July 31.

This comes after the band did the same for their first new release in three years — "Play Your Games", which was played live in May at New York's renowned Bowery Ballroom.

With no official tour being announced just yet, we can expect them to go back to the lab in Nashville, where they're reportedly based nowadays, to finish off what's assumed by fans to be a new album in the works.

Bassist Sam Kiszkarevealed the band's direction was to 'return to their roots', aiming for 'exciting, raw, and energetic' music.

As for fans, one wrote, "How did they go from Led Zeppelin to the Bee Gees?" as another added, "oh gvf, that Grammy is yours."

After appearing on Hot Ones, public interest in Keke Palmer's relationship with host Sean Evans exploded. People everywhere became invested, even other celebrities.

"Everybody, including us," Sheinelle Jones told Palmer when she appeared on Today With Jenna & Sheinelle. "Everybody was weighing in."

Palmer admitted that she was baffled by the intensity.

"I was gagged that everyone was ready to marry me off," she exclaimed. "Guys, let it cook! They married your girl off in two seconds."

After the pair were spotted out together in public, the scrutiny just got worse.

"For us, you know, it's just, like, life," Palmer said. "Essentially, we met at work. It's like, work husband/work wife. You just have that chemistry with people. You know, we hang out, and then. They write the story quicker than you can live it."

"I see someone at the airport, I'm going through TSA, they're like, 'So, girl, what's going on?' And I'm like, 'Girl, you've gotta let time pass!' This just happened yesterday," she continued. "So it's like this thing, it's so interesting. It's so parasocial, the world we're living in now."

After Palmer appeared on Hot Ones in September 2025, fans immediately noticed the flirtatious vibe between the two. Her remarks at the end of the show convinced fans that something was potentially brewing.

"There's one more thing I'd like to say, Sean, because I saw an interview where you said I was your favorite guest, and all this really sweet stuff," she said. "And I know we've just had some wings, but I thought maybe we could just have a quick smooch to see if there's a spark."

While chatting withBush Hager and Jones, she admitted that nothing about their adorable interaction was fake.

"The chemistry is genuine. Our chemistry is genuine. I couldn't force it. We always felt that chemistry," she said.

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If you’ve been looking for a better way to organize the small items scattered around your home, the Martha Stewart 3-Pack of Clear Storage Bins is worth a look while it’s on sale at JCPenney. The set is regularly $36 but is currently marked down to $25, and applying the code TEXTBOOK lowers the price even further to $22. It’s available in two lid colors: white and light natural, which offers a more wood-like appearance.

The set includes three stackable bins made from BPA-free, crack-resistant plastic with sturdy engineered wood lids. They measure 7.5 inches wide, 3 inches deep, and 2 inches high, making them ideal for smaller supplies that can easily get lost inside a large drawer. The transparent sides make it quicker to find what you need, while the lids offer flat surfaces that allow the bins to stack vertically. They can also be easily wiped clean with a dry cloth.

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These bins make use of vertical space without taking over your desk, counter, or vanity. Each one can hold a different group of small items, like pens and charging cords in an office or cotton pads, hair accessories, and cosmetics in a bathroom. And since the sides are clear, you can quickly see what’s inside, while the lids keep everything covered and allow the bins to stack neatly.

Shoppers said they’re “very pretty” and “durable,” with one person calling them the “perfect size.” “It makes my area look so cute and tidy!,” they wrote, adding that the set comes with sticky gel pads for the bottoms to help keep the bins from sliding around. Another reviewer said, “They are good quality and are great for a minimalistic look.”

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The shallow dimensions make these bins best for small, easy-to-misplace items rather than bulky products. They’re a good fit for pens, clips, jewelry, makeup brushes, and other compact essentials. They likely won’t hold full-size bottles or larger office supplies, but the low-profile build makes them easier to fit on narrow shelves, inside cabinets, or along the back of a desk.

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If your space could use a little more order, now is a great time to grab the Martha Stewart 3-Pack of Clear Storage Bins. The wood lids give them a more decorative look than standard organizers, while the coupon makes the set even more affordable. Head to JCPenney’s site and use code TEXTBOOK while the extra discount is still available.

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If you missed the hit film Michael in theaters or are getting ready for a rewatch, it will hit streaming soon. 

The musical biopic tells the early life story of pop superstar MichaelJackson. It will be available to stream on Starz starting August 10, following its release on April 24. 

The film saw significant commercial success, making $1.016 billion at the box office worldwide. It was the first biopic to gross over $1 billion.  

Michael follows the King of Pop from his successful start as the standout in the Jackson 5 band with his brothers to the start of his solo career.  

The 2026 film was directed by AntoineFuqua and written by JohnLogan. It stars JaafarJackson, Jackson’s nephew, as Michael. It was his film debut. 

JermaineJackson is the actor’s father. He was JoeJackson and KatherineJackson’s fourth child.   

Jaafar Jackson spoke toInterview Magazine about his mother’s reaction to the film earlier this year.

“It was pretty surreal to see their reactions. She came to set one time, but she wasn’t aware of what to expect. Even in the process of preparing for it, I didn’t tell her for a full year,” he said. “It was strange for her and she’s very protective of me, knowing what’s to come with it.” 

Michael featured an ensemble cast including ColmanDomingo as the Jacksons’ father Joe Jackson; NiaLong as his mother, Katherine Jackson; MilesTeller as entertainment lawyer JohnBranca; LauraHarrier as music producer Suzanne de Passe; KatGraham as DianaRoss; and LarenzTate as Motown founder BerryGordy. 

Jackson’s siblings are played by Jamal R. Henderson, Tre’ Horton, RhyanHill, Joseph David-Jones, and Jessica Sula. 

For those excited to watch the film on Starz, they are currently offering $6/month for users' first three months. 

It took American novelist Virginia Evans seven failed novels before landing with one that hit. But hit it certainly did. Evans' debut epistolary novel The Correspondent is currently on its 36th week on The New York Times bestseller list and won the coveted 2026 Women's Prize for Fiction. Since publication in late April of 2025, readers have not been able to get enough of the touching story.

Currently, on the community platform for readers, Goodreads, The Correspondent is the fourth "Most Read Book of 2026," just behind Atmosphere, Project Hail Mary, and The Housemaid. Readers have shelved the novel over 700,000 times this year alone.

The Correspondent has been reviewed on the Goodreads platform over 90,000 times since its debut last year.

The Correspondentis a novel told through letters between protagonist Sybil Van Antwerp and those around her. Sybil, a retired lawyer with declining vision, has always used letters to connect with others and make sense of the world around her. She writes to anyone — her family members, celebrities, even the president of the university who will not allow her to audit a class she desperately wants to sit in on. But when letters involving her past begin to resurface, Sybil must confront painful memories and face the realities of forgiveness, reconciliation, and moving through life.

Critical acclaim for The Correspondent has been rampant over the last year, with novelist Anne Patchett calling it "really beautiful," "a cause for celebration," and named it her top book of the summer in 2025. The Timescalled the book "a joy to read" and Kirkus Reviewswrote it was both "thoughtful" and "laugh out loud funny."

In March of 2026, it was announced that Lionsgate secured the rights for a film adaptation of the book, with Jane Fonda attached to star. Evans will produce the movie alongside Fonda.

The Correspondent is out now and available wherever books are sold.

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As longtime fans of women's figure skating know, the sport has evolved quite a bit over the years. While it's no longer uncommon to see a female skater land a quadruple jump in competition, back in the early '90s, even the triple Axel was a rarely attempted feat. In fact, it wasn't until 1992 that Japan's Midori Ito became the first woman to land a triple Axel during the Olympics.

The diminutive skater's career was packed with firsts, actually: In 1989, Ito became the first figure skater outside of Europe and North America to become World Champion, according to the official Olympics website; she became the first woman to land a triple Axel in competition at the NHK Trophy the year before. When she won the silver medal in 1992 for her history-making performance, it was the first figure skating medal won by an Asian nation in Olympics history.

There's no question that Ito paved the way for the powerful jumpers to come after her, such as Kamila Valieva and Alysa Liu. It's a path the skater seemed destined to take from her early childhood.

Born in Nagoya, her skills were impressive enough at the age of 4 to attract the attention of coach Machiko Yamada. Just two years later, she moved in with Yamada's family after her parents split up. “At that time, she accepted me as one of her children,” Ito told the Los Angeles Times in 1990, adding, "So I didn’t feel that I was a hardship for her.”

With Yamada's help, Ito developed her singular talent for jumping, landing her first triple jump at just 8 years old. By the time she was 11, she landed three triple jumps at the World Junior Championships.

“As a child, I felt I could master some of the jumps quicker than the other children,” she recalled. “Jumps that would take them three hours to learn took me an hour and a half.”

While jumping clearly came naturally to Ito, she sometimes struggled with the more artistic aspect of skating and eventually added ballet lessons to her training regime. Once described as "a smile with wings attached," Ito never lacked for enthusiasm (and was even known to pump her fist after landing especially challenging jumps).

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For everybody watching, it was hard not to get caught up in the sheer exhilaration of Ito's performances. "It will be 50 years before we see anything like Midori Ito again," predicted Olympic gold medalist and commentator Scott Hamilton in 1990. As Ellen Kestnbaum wrote in the book Culture on Ice: Figure Skating and Cultural Meaning, Ito heralded the start of "a new era in women's skating" when a variety of triple jumps would become a routine part of competitions.

In 1998, Ito's legacy as Japan's first major star of the Winter Olympics was honored when she was chosen to light the Olympic Flame in the opening ceremony of the Nagano Games while dressed as the Japanese sun goddess Amaterasu.

Now, over 30 years since she took home the silver, Ito remains impressively active in the skating world. In 2024, at the age of 54, Ito won her 20th international medal at the ISU International Adult Championship Masters Elite Women III in Oberstdorf, Germany.

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Delicate gold jewelry is having a major moment right now, popping up everywhere from TikTok to celebrities' social media feeds. These dainty pieces add just the right amount of shimmer and elegance, elevating everyday looks without feeling overdone. Whether layered or worn solo, gold necklaces, bracelets, and hoops are the must-have accessories of the season.

Pandora's Stone Set Oval Stud Earrings are leading the way for those in search of a little everyday luxury. Now available at Macy's for just $50 — a full 50% off their regular price — these elegant studs are perfect for shoppers who want both style and sophistication without the splurge. Don't miss this limited-time deal to treat yourself or someone special.

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Pandora has long been celebrated for its quality craftsmanship and timeless designs, and these earrings are no exception. Each stud is shaped like a smooth oval and finished with a warm, 14-karat gold plating that really catches the light. Tiny cubic zirconia stones are set right into the gold, so they sparkle every time you move. The result is a subtle, eye-catching shimmer that's fancy enough for special nights out, but still perfect for everyday wear.

With their classic shape and minimalist profile, these studs pair beautifully with everything from tailored workwear to your favorite weekend tee. The versatile butterfly back closure ensures a secure and comfortable fit so that you can wear them from morning to night without a second thought. Whether you are heading into a meeting, out for brunch, or simply running errands, these earrings will add a hint of polish and shine to any look.

The gold-plated finish and high-quality stones offer the kind of detail and finish usually reserved for much higher price points. Their delicate size makes them a timeless staple that will never go out of style. Care is also easy, with a simple wipe keeping them looking like new. 

At half off, these dainty earrings from the Pandora Essence collection are a smart investment for anyone building a jewelry collection or seeking a sweet gift. The studs come beautifully packaged, making them ready to gift or enjoy right out of the box. 

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With delicate jewelry trending and gold accents at the top of wish lists everywhere, Pandora's $50 dainty oval earrings offer up an opportunity to embrace effortless luxury at an accessible price. If you're seeking a subtle touch of sparkle that fits seamlessly into any wardrobe, grab this Macy's deal today – it's too good to miss!

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What if the freedom to live without burdens becomes a burden of its own?

More than four decades after becoming an international bestseller, Milan Kundera's The Unbearable Lightness of Being has earned a place in Collider's ranking of the 25 best books ever written. Published in 1984, the philosophical novel remains Kundera's best-known work.

Set in Czechoslovakia around the 1968 Prague Spring and the Soviet-led invasion that followed, the book centers on Tomas, a surgeon who keeps love and sex firmly separated, and Tereza, the woman who challenges the detached life he has built. Their relationship carries them from Prague to Switzerland and back as political upheaval changes the choices available to them.

Two other characters, Sabina and Franz, offer their own answers to the questions surrounding freedom, loyalty and responsibility. Kundera moves among their perspectives while regularly stepping away from the plot to consider the ideas shaping their decisions.

At the heart of the novel is the conflict between "lightness" and "weight." Lightness can mean freedom from responsibility, but it can also leave life feeling empty. Weight brings obligations and pain, yet those burdens may be what give a life meaning.

Kundera once explained the goal behind his writing in an interview with the Paris Review.

"My lifetime ambition has been to unite the utmost seriousness of question with the utmost lightness of form," he said.

That approach helped the novel examine political oppression, infidelity and mortality without becoming a traditional historical drama. Its nonlinear structure allows private relationships and national events to carry equal importance.

Kundera wrote the novel after going into exile in France in 1975. His Czechoslovak citizenship was revoked four years later, and his work remained banned in his homeland until the late 1980s. Still, The Unbearable Lightness of Being found immediate success internationally and was eventually printed in dozens of languages.

The novel was also adapted into a 1988 film starring Daniel Day-Lewis, Juliette Binoche and Lena Olin. Yet its most important legacy remains on the page, where a turbulent romance becomes a question readers cannot easily settle: whether a meaningful life should feel light at all.

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If you are looking for a lightweight moisturizer that leaves your skin hydrated, glowing and refreshed, Herbivore has you covered with this milky body mist. It's perfect for keeping your skin hydrated all day long, without any sticky residue. Plus, it is suitable for all skin types, including sensitive.

Herbivore's Coco Rose Coconut + Tremella Milky Body Mist is lightweight, nourishing and smells amazing. Infused with a moisturizing and softening combination of squalane, coconut oil, tremella mushroom and coconut water, this milky body mist absorbs immediately into the skin, leaving it feeling replenished and refreshed. No stickiness to report here! You can use it either on damp skin post-shower or on dry skin anytime. Simply spray and massage onto your skin until it's completely absorbed.

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Both vegan and cruelty-free, this milky body mist also is made with fragrance that's been naturally derived, featuring notes of coconut, rose, sweet berry and vanilla bean, giving it a light, sweet scent that lingers beautifully. It is not overpowering at all and it smells super soft and enchanting. Thi sis bound to earn you plenty of compliments.

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Shoppers love this lightweight body moisturizer, giving it an average rating of 4.5 stars on Herbivore.com. Herbivore customers appreciate this milky body mist for its intoxicating scent, hydrating formulation and refreshing nature.

"The best!" raved one fan in a five-star review. "I use this mist every day—smells divine!"

"Hydrating and refreshing!" said another happy shopper in a five-star review. "I'm really loving the Coco Rose Coconut + Tremella Milky Body Mist, it smells soft, creamy and slightly sweet without being overpowering. The coconut is warm and natural (not artificial), and it leaves my skin feeling lightly hydrated and refreshed instead of sticky. The scent doesn't last all day, but it's easy to reapply and honestly worth it because it smells so good. I was sent this product for free to review but I will be repurchasing after I run out of this."

You can find this lightweight body moisturizer on HerbivoreBotanicals.com. It retails for $28 for 120 ML.

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Today’s NYT Mini Crossword takes you on a journey. Answers encompass everything from the Greek alphabet to world-famous acronyms, bodies of water and one of the earliest versions of the internet. Working on the daily Connections, Connections Sports Edition, Wordle, and Strands is a whole ritual for many of us. And we can’t forget about the NYT’s The Mini Crossword, too!

Although the NYT is known for "The Crossword," a larger puzzle for paid subscribers, The Mini has quite the fan following as well. This particular game resets at 10 p.m., unlike some of the others that start over at midnight.

So, if you're working on today's Mini Crossword on Tuesday, July 28, and need some help (I've been there), get ready to read the clues and solutions for each line. We have them separated into hints first for both "Across" and "Down" words, followed by "Across Answers" and "Down Answers," so be careful if you want to avoid spoilers as you scroll!

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Here are additional clues for each of the words in today's Mini Crossword.

1 Across: Letter after alpha, in the Greek alphabet — HINT: Starts with the letter "B"

5 Across: Letter after Alfa, in the NATO phonetic alphabet —HINT: Starts with the letter "B"

6 Across: Barrier reef organism — HINT: Ends with the letter "L"

7 Across: Bout of sniffling and sneezing, say — HINT: Starts with the letter "C"

8 Across: Blue expanse — HINT: Ends with the letter "Y"

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1 Down: "Babbling" body of water — HINT: Starts with the letter "B"

2 Down: Before expected — HINT: Ends with the letter "Y"

3 Down: Broadcast commercial, for short — HINT: Starts with the letter "T"

4 Down: Big name in early email — HINT: Starts with the letter "A"

5 Down: Brings into an email thread discreetly — HINT: Ends with the letter "S"

Don't go any further unless you want to know exactly what the correct words are in today's Mini Crossword.

1 Across: Letter after alpha, in the Greek alphabet — BETA

5 Across: Letter after Alfa, in the NATO phonetic alphabet —BRAVO

6 Across: Barrier reef organism — CORAL

7 Across: Bout of sniffling and sneezing, say — COLD

8 Across: Blue expanse — SKY

1 Down: "Babbling" body of water — BROOK

2 Down: Before expected— EARLY

3 Down: Broadcast commercial, for short — TVAD

4 Down: Big name in early email — AOL

5 Down: Brings into an email thread discreetly — BCCS

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Crumbl just unveiled a new cookie flavor—and fans aren't having it.

On Sunday, July 26, the cookie chain revealed its new Flamin' Lime Crunch Cookie as part of its weekly lineup.

Seemingly inspired by Flamin' Hot Cheetos, the dessert features a lime sugar cookie rolled in a spicy cheese crisp mixture, topped with tangy cream cheese frosting, coated in a spicy cheese crisp streusel, and finished with crunchy spicy cheese crisps and a fresh lime wedge.

After Crumbl shared the new cookie on Instagram, customers quickly flooded the comments section with reactions, many expressing confusion and disappointment over the unconventional flavor combination.

"In this economy, maybe don’t experiment with whether or not the customer wants something that they’ve NEVER asked for. 😅🙃✨," wrote one customer.

"As a Mexican that loves hot Cheetos with lime and Crumbl cookies…. Idk about this lol," said another.

"Not even the hot Cheeto girl in school wants this 😭," added a third.

"Respectfully… what in the pantry clean-out is going on?" commented a fourth.

The early reviews on Crumbl's website haven't been much kinder. The top-rated review called the cookie "disgusting," with the customer claiming they had to buy chocolate milk to wash it down because they thought they were going to throw up.

The polarizing cookie is part of Crumbl's road trip-themed menu for the week, which also includes the Wild Cherry Blue Razz Slushy Cookie, Honey Bun Cookie, Berry Limeade Cookie ft. Nerds Gummy Clusters, Snickers Peanut Butter Cookie and White Drop Cookie ft. Hershey's Cookies 'n' Creme.

The Flamin' Lime Crunch Cookie isn't the first Crumbl product to spark criticism. The chain previously faced backlash over its viral line of dirty sodas, with critics taking issue with the drinks' high sugar and calorie content.

Crumbl reveals its weekly lineup of cookies every Sunday.

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Ariana Grande is pursuing legal action against two people who allegedly hacked her collaborators’ private files. 

The singer and actress is suing both John Does for allegedly hacking “various personal digital accounts of photographers and producers who have worked closely” with her, according to a complaint obtained by People. It was filed on Monday, July 27, by Grande’s team. 

The complaint also states that the alleged hacking is responsible for “unlawful and egregious theft, dissemination, and exploitation of unreleased content.” The John Does allegedly found unreleased songs, photographs, and video and audio recordings taken while working on her music “not intended for public consumption.” 

The 33-year-old musician claims the duo profited from the files they stole after they sold “personal data and content on the dark web for significant sums of money.” 

“In 2023 alone, 45 unreleased songs belonging to Ms. Grande were hacked, stolen, and leaked by Defendants,” states the complaint. “Since her music debut in 2011, hundreds of similar leaks have taken place.” 

The pop star’s lawyers said she is initiating legal action to identify the alleged hackers. 

“The lawsuit is intended to serve as a deterrent against future acts of this nature — not only targeting Ariana, but also the many artists who have faced similar invasions of their privacy and theft of their creative work,” a source close to Grande told People. “Artists deserve the right to control how and when their art is shared with the world. The unlawful theft and distribution of creative work undermines that right and should not be tolerated.”

While promoting her Eternal Sunshine album in 2024, she hinted on an episode of the Zach Sang Show that she would take legal action against hackers. 

“He’s just been such an incredible friend these past few years,” she said about MaxMartin, the producer of “Fantasize,” an unreleased song that was leaked in 2023. 

“We were — before I left for Wicked — a few studio sessions that I did which are all over TikTok, thank you so much, I’ll see you in jail. Literally,” she continued. “Those were all written for a TV show, for something that was not for me, so ‘Fantasize’ comes out, crazy, was stolen ... these pirates, crooks, illegal!”