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It's been 37 years since Debbie Gibson dazzled fans with her smash hit "Electric Youth," but she's still looking young after a visit to her community pool.

The 55-year-old original pop princess loves to keep fit and stay active, so her latest Instagram post was no surprise. It came just days after Gibson performed at a Coachella kickoff party at the Lifeway Culture House, where she looked fabulous in a mint green swimsuit and heels.

The first photo of Gibson's latest Instagram share showed the "Foolish Love" singer striking a pose in a bright blue swimsuit that highlighted how long and lean she is. Her hands were placed behind her head, resting on a hot pink swimcap, and she smiled brightly while looking up and away.

The second slide, a video, was a message from Gibson where she came up close to the camera and said, "Happy Monday, everyone! Oh my gosh, nothing like a good swim to start the week... for me, anyway. I hope you're off to a great one, just wanted to send love."

The third and fourth photos were up-close selfies that had us lost in her eyes and admiring Gibson's mint green manicure.

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The caption said, "Cotton Candy Swim Fit Vibes !!! 🩷 🩵 🩷 I’m obsessed with the community pool !!! 🏊‍♂️Laps and convos with folks of all ages communing with their neighbors and focused on health and joy !"

The pop singer continued, "I spoke to an older gal who deals with MS and though she walked in and out with the use of a cane , in the water she was able to lean into her strength and freedom. I left even more inspired for having met her ! What sports, activities, or wellness practices are you looking forward to doing this Spring ?!? 🌼 Here’s to a great start to your week everyone xo 😘."

The comments section lit up with inspired fans, with one writing, "You are glowing!!! Happy Monday Deb and have a great week! ❤️"

Another shared, "have a great week Queen! Look like you are having a great start to the week! You look fantastic!"

"Girlllll you always look so amazing!!!" a third chimed in.

Yet another noticed her swimsuit and wrote, "OMG ! She's Into the Blue ! ❤️"

Glenn Close, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Joaquin Phoenix, Ben Stiller and over 1,000 other creatives have signed an open letter to oppose the Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger.

Paramount’s multi-billion-dollar proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery was announced in early 2026. The acquisition would mean a “Holy Grail of a mega streaming app,” according to PBS. This could result in massive industry layoffs.

Hollywood stars shared their concern about the acquisition in the open letter.

“This transaction would further consolidate an already concentrated media landscape, reducing competition at a moment when our industries—and the audiences we serve—can least afford it,” the letter said. “The result will be fewer opportunities for creators, fewer jobs across the production ecosystem, higher costs, and less choice for audiences in the United States and around the world. Alarmingly, this merger would reduce the number of major U.S. film studios to just four.”

The letter continued, expressing that the integrity, independence and diversity of the film industry “would be grievously compromised.”

It concluded with the announcement that California Attorney General Robert Bonta and his colleagues in other states “are reportedly scrutinizing the merger and considering legal action to block it.”

After the letter was published on BlockTheMerger.com on Monday morning, Paramount issued a statement. They argued that the transaction would uniquely bring together “complementary strengths to create a company that can greenlight more projects, back bold ideas, support talent across multiple stages of their careers, and bring stories to audiences at a truly global scale.”

Paramount said that they will increase their output to a minimum of 30 feature films annually, with “full theatrical releases,” and that they will ensure creators have more avenues for their work, not less.

“Paramount remains deeply committed to talent, and this merger strengthens both consumer choice and competition, creating greater opportunities for creators,  audiences and the communities they live and work in,” the statement said.

At the time of this writing, BlockTheMerger.com’s open letter has 1,476 signatures, with fellow actors, directors, producers and writers encouraged to sign via Google Docs.

Moving back in with your parents isn't the end of the world — just ask Nick Van Eede.

Before Cutting Crew, Van Eede was playing with a band called the Drivers, until a record company scandal sent the whole thing sideways and their manager showed him the door. 

He landed back at his parents' place in Sussex and started scribbling song ideas on whatever he could find, including a piece of wallpaper.

The line “I just died in your arms tonight” came first, then “It must have been something you said,” followed. Over time, Van Eede realized he had unintentionally written a complete song, one that would become “(I Just) Died in Your Arms.” 

“I wrote for three or four hours before I worked out what I was singing about,” he told The Guardian in 2024. “[My ex-girlfriend and I] got back together for one night, and there’s a lot of guilt because I should have kept my distance.” 

Despite what the title might suggest, "(I Just) Died In Your Arms" isn't really a love song. Van Eede may have considered the hookup a mistake, but he doesn’t come across as regretful — more like someone happy to make the same mistake again. 

In his lyrics, Van Eede presents himself as a naïve figure unable to withstand the woman’s pull: "Who would've thought that a boy like me could come to this?" 

He repeatedly sings that he "should've walked away," while placing the blame squarely on her: "I've lost and found, it's my final mistake/ She's loving by proxy, no give and all take/ 'Cause I've been thrilled to fantasy one too many times." 

“... I guess there were some fireworks but all the time tinged with a feeling of 'should I really be doing this?'” the singer explained to Songfacts. “I know it sounds corny but I awoke that morning and wrote the basic lyrics within an hour and wrote and recorded the demo completely within three days."

After cycling through musicians and demo after demo, Cutting Crew released the finished track in July 1986. It went to No. 1 in the U.S., Canada, Finland and Norway, and landed in the Top 5 nearly everywhere else it was heard.

Unfortunately, nothing else the band released in America came close to matching it, which pretty much sealed their reputation as a one-hit wonder of the '80s. 

Their next single, the ballad "I've Been In Love Before," stalled at No. 9, and a Grammy nod for Best New Artist ended in a loss to Jody Watley. 

That was pretty much the ceiling for Cutting Crew chart-wise. But the song itself has stuck around, earning its place as one of the “Greatest Power Ballads in Rock History,” according to Ultimate Classic Rock. 

The track also got a second life in 2019 when it appeared in the third season of Stranger Things, introducing it to a whole new generation.

Looking back, few were more surprised by the song's success than producer Terry Brown. “I thought it could be big, although I didn’t expect it to become as huge as it did,” he later told The Guardian. 

“It’s my only No. 1 record in the U.S., and it was life-changing. Even now, I’ll be making lunch, and ‘(I Just) Died’ will come on the radio. I’ll call Nick and say, ‘Hey, we haven’t talked in a few weeks. I just heard your tune.’ It never goes away.” 

Despite being over 50 years old, Steven Spielberg's masterpiece Jaws still gives audiences major thrills.

The publication Colliderrecently named the beloved 1975 film "the most exciting movie ever made." The nine other thrilling films featured on the ranking included 2023's Godzilla Minus One, North by Northwest from 1959, Mad Max: Fury Road from 2015, 2008's The Dark Knight, and The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, released in 2003.

Collider reported that Jaws should be recognized as the most exciting film because of its excellent pacing, bloody moments, and perfect tension, as Quint (Robert Shaw), Hooper (Richard Dreyfuss), and Brody (Roy Scheider) take on the nearly impossible task of defeating the shark.

While Jaws has proven to be one of the most beloved and successful movies ever released, Spielberg had major doubts about the film while it was in production. During a 2025 interview at the Academy Museum, Spielberg explained that the shark animatronic, called Bruce, was extremely temperamental.

"I never thought that the nightmare, which was the production of Jaws, could turn into a dream," said the famed director, who was just 27 while shooting Jaws.

He explained that when Bruce wasn't working, the crew "would literally scrub the whole shooting day."

"I really truly believed that halfway through production, we weren't making any progress. I heard the scuttlebutt from Hollywood, I was going to get fired any day now. You know, I basically thought this movie was going to be the end of me," said Spielberg.

Spielberg also said that changes were made to the script during shooting. He explained that Shaw, Dreyfuss, and Scheider would improvise lines that would end up becoming the character's dialogue.

"We would just cherry-pick the moments that we thought could fall into the narrative," said Spielberg in the 2025 interview.

Spielberg also said he believes the film has stayed so beloved because it is a very human story.

"It's not a shark movie. It's a people movie. It had to be about characters that you want to survive alongside until the bitter end," said Spielberg.

After surviving drug addiction and a heart attack, Wendy Kaufman, who rose to fame as "The Snapple Lady" in the '90s, knew she needed to change her lifestyle.

"I needed to lose the weight. It's a health thing," Kaufman told PEOPLE in a new spread. "One of my nieces was getting married and so I lost about 50 pounds for that. At around the same time, I went to see my breast doctor and she totally recommended getting a breast reduction, because I was so large-chested that it was hard for me to breathe and I was starting to get lower back problems."

Through a combination of lifestyle changes, Ozempic, and plastic surgery, Kaufman was able to lose a total of 100 pounds.

"I am on Ozempic as part of my heart treatment, and after I started that, I lost about 20 more lbs. I'm down over 100 lbs. now. I walk these days and try not to be lazy and sedentary because moving is so important," she shared.

The '90s advertisement icon showed off her new, healthy look to PEOPLE. In an Instagram post on her personal page, Kaufman shared the magazine spread, "I am beyond excited!" It featured a new shot of Kaufman, revealing her smaller fame since the 100-pound weight loss.

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Kaufman tried cocaine as a young person, and quick was quickly became caught up with the drug.

"I tried cocaine in 1980, the night I graduated, and I just knew. I knew i was an addict, knew I was going to love it. And that started a 10-year run with cocaine, where I got myself in a lot of trouble with it," she noted.

After an intervention, she went to rehab. When a friend's father, who owned Snapple, wanted her to get a job with the company, she found herself working in the audit department. She credits that job with helping her get back into the working world and ultimately land the role as "The Snapple Lady."

If you need a quick refresher, here's a compilation of Kaufman's best Snapple advertisements!

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Costco is getting shoppers' attention again, but this time it is not for pantry staples or seasonal food finds. Instead, a new outdoor furniture set at Costco is drawing attention for its upscale design and noticeably modern look that feels more like a boutique showroom than a warehouse floor.

The Henredon Annalise 4-Piece Deep Seating Swivel Set is priced at $1,899.99 in the warehouse and has been showing up in online discussions for its mix of modern style and functionality.

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The set, shown by @costcohotfinds, includes one sofa, two swivel chairs and a coffee table, all finished in an all-weather, hand-woven resin wicker in a deep black tone. The look is further elevated by rope-style detailing and thick cushions, giving it a more substantial, well-designed feel than many typical outdoor sets at this price point.

One of the biggest talking points about this Costco patio set is the swivel feature on the chairs, which allows 360-degree rotation. Shoppers say it makes outdoor conversations feel more natural since it is easier to turn and engage without shifting the entire chair. The seating itself is described as deep and plush, giving it a lounge-like feel closer to indoor furniture than traditional patio seating.

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The materials are also a major part of the appeal. Costco highlights rust-resistant powder-coated aluminum frames along with Sunbrella fabric cushions designed to resist stains, fading, mildew and moisture. The fabric is known for holding up in outdoor conditions and is often used in higher-end patio furniture, which helps explain why some shoppers feel the set leans more premium.

Still, reactions are not entirely one-sided. While many Costco shoppers appreciate the design and sturdiness, others have noted that the price feels high compared to other Costco patio options or smaller sets better suited to more casual use. A few reviewers also mentioned comfort adjustments, noting that some cushions may need time to break in or that the included protective cover may not hold up well in windy conditions.

Even so, several shoppers say they are happy with the overall quality and describe the set as sturdy and visually impressive once set up. Some also mention building out their outdoor space with additional inexpensive chairs or accessories to balance out cost and seating capacity. Others suggest adding simple touches, like cozy lights from Costco's string light pole sets, to create a more inviting backyard atmosphere around the furniture.

Related: Target's 'Cute' $45 Raised Garden Planter Set Is 'Perfect' for Small Patios and Decks

Gavin Rossdale is bearing it all. The Bush frontman is leaving fans in awe after a recent intimate performance of the band’s 1995 hit "Glycerine." Bush performed the song as part of NPR’s Tiny Desk concert series, leaving fans longing for the ‘90s while celebrating Rossdale’s "beautiful" voice.

Bush's new performance of "Glycerine" on NPR's Tiny Desk is nothing short of mesmerizing. (📹 via @npr) #bush #postgrunge #90s #gavinrossdale #live

Thirty-two years after the release of the band’s most popular album Sixteen Stone, Bush delivered a powerful and emotional performance as part of NPR’s Tiny Desk series. Performing hits like "Machinehead" from Sixteen Stone and "Out of This World" from 2001’s Golden State, the band offered quieter, slower arrangements of some of the biggest hits of the ‘90s and early 2000s.

Rossdale’s melodic performance of "Glycerine," at one point completely without instrumental accompaniment, stands out, leaving fans longing for a return to the mid-1990s and the music that defined the era.

"This just made me cry a little - thinking of a time we will never see again. Simple, fun and full of such amazing music," commented one nostalgic fan.

"it's 1994....and im in my bedroom feeling a little less alone for only a moment."

"Just like that I’m 17 again…" lamented another. "I’d give anything for one more carefree day in the 90’s."

"He sounds incredible," gushed another, echoing the sentiments of many.

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There’s a reason Rossdale’s acoustic rendition of "Glycerine" resonates so strongly with fans. Despite the minimalist production on the Tiny Desk version of the song, "Glycerine" still connects deeply. It was always built on simplicity and emotion, highlighting Rossdale’s voice and songwriting.

The minimal instrumentation puts Rossdale’s gritty, emotive voice on full display. "Glycerine" has always captured angst while creating intimacy with the listener. With just Rossdale’s guitar accompanying his vocals, the performance highlights his ability to draw listeners in and transport them back in time.

One of the longest-enduring post-grunge bands, Bush has consistently created melodic hooks that make their alternative sound accessible to a pop audience. Known for one radio-friendly hit after another, Bush dominated the ‘90s charts. Thirty-six years later, with nothing more than an electric guitar and a vocal performance, Gavin Rossdale and Bush prove that while the simplicity of the ‘90s may be long gone, the music was built to last and is here to stay.

Related: 1965 Hit Ranked Among 'Best Classic Rock Songs of All Time' Is a Timeless Anthem 60 Years Later

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Home organization has become more than just a trend—it's a necessity for modern living. As households accumulate seasonal décor, tools and everyday essentials, finding efficient storage solutions is key to maintaining a clean and functional space. From garages to basements and utility rooms, maximizing vertical storage is one of the most effective ways to reduce clutter while keeping items easily accessible.

One of the biggest challenges homeowners face is dealing with bulky storage bins. Traditional stacking methods often lead to frustration, requiring you to unstack multiple containers just to reach the one you need. This not only wastes time but can also create safety concerns. That's why innovative storage systems that prioritize accessibility, durability, and smart design are gaining popularity.

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Member's Mark 5-Tier Storage Tote Rack

The Member's Mark 5-Tier Storage Tote Rack is designed to solve these common storage problems with efficiency and ease. Priced at $69.98, this storage rack accommodates up to five 27-gallon heavy-duty storage totes, eliminating the need to stack bins on top of one another. With dimensions of 23.2 inches wide, 31 inches deep, and 69.5 inches high, it makes excellent use of vertical space while maintaining a compact footprint suitable for garages, closets, and storage rooms.

Built with durability in mind, this shelving unit features thick, one-inch-diameter heavy-duty poles and a combination of commercial-grade steel wire shelves and steel rails. The design includes two sturdy wire shelves and three sets of rails that securely hold storage totes. Each level supports up to 50 pounds when evenly distributed, with a total weight capacity of 250 pounds, making it ideal for storing tools, seasonal items, and household supplies.

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What sets this storage tote rack apart is its user-friendly design. The rails are engineered with a wide opening, allowing bins to slide in and out smoothly from either side. This two-way access eliminates the hassle of moving multiple containers just to access one. Additionally, built-in anti-tip rails enhance safety by preventing bins from tipping over when removed, making it a practical option for busy households.

Assembly is quick and straightforward, taking approximately 20 minutes with the included tool, and the adjustable leveling feet ensure stability even on uneven surfaces. Finished in a sleek graphite color, it blends well with most utility spaces while maintaining a clean, organized look.

For those seeking a long-term storage solution, this rack is NSF-certified for use in dry environments and comes with a 10-year limited manufacturer's warranty. Whether you're tackling garage clutter or organizing a storage room, this five-tier system offers a reliable and efficient way to keep everything in its place while maximizing space.

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On this day in 1979, Robin Stasser made her debut as Dr. Dorian Lord on the ABC soap opera One Life to Live.

Stasser was hand selected by series creator Agnes Nixon for the part after having previously worked together on Another World, where the two created the iconic role of Rachel Davis in 1967.

At the time of Strasser’s debut, One Life to Live had been on the air for 11 years. The role of Dorian had previously been played by Nancy Pinkerton and Claire Malis, with Dixie Carter temporarily stepping in during Pinkerton’s maternity leave.

The character of Dorian was created as a foil to leading heroine Viki Lord (Erika Slezak). Strasser’s on-screen dynamic with Slezak became a defining element of the series, with their combative chemistry resonating strongly with viewers.

Over the decades, Dorian’s storylines kept viewers invested, often centering on her complicated family relationships and her loyalty to the Cramer women.

During her time on the show, Dorian was married multiple times, including to five men and one woman. Her relationship with Herb Callison and David Vickers Buchanan proved especially popular with fans.

In later storylines, Dorian entered the world of politics, becoming mayor of Llanview in 2009 and later serving as a U.S. senator in 2011.

Strasser remained with One Life to Live until her first exit in 1987. She returned for another stint in 1993 before departing again in 2000.

The actress came back once more in 2003 and stayed with the series until its cancellation in 2011. She later reprised the role briefly for the show’s online reboot in 2003.

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Since leaving One Life to Live, Strasser has made additional daytime appearances, including a stint on Days of Our Lives in 2019 as a recast Vivian Alamain when Louise Sorel was unavailable.

Strasser’s other daytime credits include her debut role on The Secret Storm in 1964, as well as roles on All My Children and Passions.

What were your favorite memories of Strasser’s time as Dorian? Share them in the comments below.

Alex Cooper has finally confirmed her rumored feud with Alix Earle.

On Monday, Apr. 13, the Call Her Daddy podcast host called out the influencer for her "passive aggressive" behavior towards her, which allegedly includes reposting and liking content critical of Cooper on social media platforms.

"You guys know I don't usually address this kind of stuff because it feels like a waste of time, and honestly, it's embarrassing to participate in this," Cooper began her TikTok video. "But I am obviously seeing the videos, I'm getting tagged, I see the DMs, I see the comments. So, at this point, it just feels long overdue."

"Alix Earle? Hey, girl," she continued. "The passive aggressive reposts, and the likes, and the commenting on things. 
I gotta call you out here. You're gonna need to get specific and just say what you gotta say about me. There's no NDA, no one is stopping you. 
Stop hiding behind other people and just say it yourself."

"What's the beef? Because I'm really tired of waking up and seeing you using this fake drama to distract from other s--t going online for you," she concluded. "Not interested. I know what happened, and so do you. So talk. Unless the fake narrative that you're creating happens to be way more interesting than the truth. I have nothing to hide when it comes to you and me. So unless you actually have something to say, I'm out. 
This is over."

In the comment section, Earle wrote, “OK on it!!”

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@Alix Earle

Rumors of a feud between Cooper and Earle began in March 2025 after Earle's podcast Hot Mess exited Unwell, a media network founded by Cooper.

That month, Cooper addressed Earle’s exit in a TikTok post, writing, “Alix not being able to podcast has nothing to do with Unwell. Idk why she can’t/what’s going on. Unwell gave her everything back she owns her IP.”

In May 2025, when asked about the end of her relationship with Unwell by the Wall Street Journal, Earle replied, “That was, behind the scenes, a little bit of a hot mess.”

Earle also reignited the feud rumors earlier this week when she reposted a TikTok video likening the podcast host to an "ambulance chaser."

"You just had the most horrific accident of your life. You're hanging on by a thread. Don't know if you're gonna make it, and she's the first one there," the TikTok user said in reference to Cooper. "She's a grim reaper. She wants to get the exclusive interview. 
She wants to be there when you're vulnerable, and you're broken down, and you're ready to sign over your rights to your life. She is so awful."

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Amanda Bynes is shedding the layers for spring.

An open book when it comes to her Ozempic weight loss journey, the former child star has lost around 40 pounds now and is taking to the streets of Los Angeles to show off her new silhouette and spring style. 

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Amanda Bynes, 40, shows off her thinnest frame yet amid dramatic Ozempic weight loss https://t.co/QkX6PaPxuD

In images published by the Daily Mail, the Easy A actor sports a spaghetti-strap white tank with baggy heart-print jeans and a black belt. Keeping her blonde strands down and makeup light, she finishes her look with a black quilted handbag and long purple nails.

According to the outlet, the What I Like About You star was snapped on her way home from Starbucks in Los Angeles last Thursday, April 9. Bynes, who turned 40 on April 3, can be seen in the images with an iced bevvie in her left hand. 

Last year, the She's the Man icon revealed that she was turning to Ozempic for help losing weight. She’s been candid with fans about the journey, writing in December 2025, “I usually don't like paparazzi pictures bc I was 180lbs but now I've lost 28lbs on ozempic! I'm down to 152lbs. I know I still look big but this photo is really inspiring to me!”

In March, Bynes was seen out with her boyfriend, Zachary Khan, in L.A. At that time, the star, who made headlines with her new look, corrected publications by saying she had actually lost more weight than they were sharing.

“FYI I am actually down 33 pounds,” she cheekily shared on TikTok. 

A few weeks later, the former Nickelodeon queen showed off a new glam look on the platform. Over the video, “I wanna be your girlfriend” original audio plays, with the Polaroid-style post including the phrase, “Wardrobe Test.”

Turns out, that tune is Bynes’ musical comeback. She promoted the electronic song, titled simply “Girlfriend,” over the weekend on her Instagram Stories, asking fans to “Please listen.”

🎶 “GIRLFRIEND”

The track, which is a collaboration with Zabba and Fenix Flexin, seems to be getting the thumbs up from fans thus far, with one commenting, “I love everything you do,” and another writing, “ Live this! Keep going!”

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Costco is at it again, and this time it is not a giant snack pack or seasonal bakery item. The warehouse club has dropped a brand-new piece of merch that is quickly gaining attention among members who love a simple, affordable wardrobe staple with a bit of personality.

The unisex tee comes in white or black and features the classic Costco Wholesale logo with "since 1983" printed underneath. It is clean, minimal and easy to style, which is exactly why shoppers are already calling it an instant grab-and-go essential. Whether worn for errands, lounging at home or casual weekends, the shirt fits right into the kind of effortless everyday outfits people are leaning toward right now.

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Costco logo apparel has built a surprising fanbase over the past few years, with shoppers regularly turning basic warehouse merch into social media moments. What might seem like a simple branded tee has become part of a larger trend where fans embrace ironic, minimalist retail fashion.

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User @costcofam4u shared the new tee, and members are raving. Some shoppers say they have already picked up the new tees and even joked that they were mistaken for employees while wearing them. Others are adding the shirt straight into their carts without hesitation, calling it an easy buy thanks to the low price and versatile design. There is also growing nostalgia for past Costco-branded items like logo buckets and crewneck sweatshirts, which have developed cult followings of their own.

Part of the appeal is the blend of practicality and humor. Costco's branded apparel is affordable, often priced well under $20, and comfortable enough for everyday wear. At the same time, it carries a tongue-in-cheek fashion statement that resonates with shoppers who enjoy casual style moments. Social media has even dubbed Costco a kind of unexpected fashion house, with logo pieces frequently going viral as they appear in stores.

Beyond the novelty, the tees are genuinely useful basics. The simple design makes them easy to pair with jeans, leggings or loungewear, and the neutral colors add to their everyday appeal. For many shoppers, that combination of comfort, price and playful branding is exactly what makes Costco's apparel drops so irresistible.

If past releases are any indication, these $9.99 tees may not stay in stock for long.

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Maureen McCormick of The Brady Bunch took to social media to pay tribute to a beloved colleague after learning of his death.

On April 13, People reported that beloved puppeteer and producer Sid Krofft died at the age of 96. While Krofft was remembered by many for his work on television shows like Land of the Lost and H.R. Pufnstuf, he also had a connection to McCormick and The Brady Bunch.

After news of Krofft's death emerged, McCormick took to her Instagram page to pay tribute to him. She posted a photo showing her and several of her Brady Bunch co-stars standing with Krofft at the Hollywood Walk of Fame. In the caption of her post, McCormick wrote, "Rest in Peace Sid Krofft. Thank you for the sweetest memories."

Not only was McCormick by Krofft's side during his Hollywood Walk of Fame Ceremony in February 2020, but she was also one of those who spoke during the ceremony. Susan Olson (Cindy Brady) and Christopher Knight (Peter Brady) were also there.

Krofft worked in the industry for years. While it may not be his most-remembered project, he was an executive producer on The Brady Bunch spinoff The Brady Bunch Variety Hour, which aired nine episodes from 1976 to 1977. In addition, McCormick and several of her Brady Bunch colleagues appeared on TheWorld of Sid & Marty Krofft at the Hollywood Bowl, a TV special that aired in 1973.

Her tribute post after Krofft's death wasn't the first time that McCormick had posted about her love for him on social media. In July 2023, for his 94th birthday, she took to X, formerly Twitter, to show her adoration for him.

Happy Happy 94th Birthday to my dear friend Sid Krofft💕 Honored to be a part of your creation… the craziest spinoff in tv history. I love you🌈❤️🧡💛💚💙💜#TheBradyBunchHour #70s @SidKrofft @SidMartyKrofft pic.twitter.com/ciXMR1yN4C

"Happy Happy 94th Birthday to my dear friend Sid Krofft. Honored to be a part of your creation... the craziest spinoff in tv history. I love you," she wrote.

McCormick received a flood of loving comments on her Instagram post. Many fans left simple comments with prayer and heart emojis. Others noted they thought Krofft was a legend and loved his work.

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Spring is the ideal season for decluttering. If you want to organize your living room, bathroom, or entryway this season, Target's top-rated Youpins Clothes Organizer is a smart and practical solution that won't break the bank. It's roomy enough to stow away any winter clothes, shoes, accessories, and more, and it comes in three versatile colors that will complement any space.  

Originally $50, the versatile cabinet is now on sale for over 50% off, knocking the price down to as low as $24 in the gray style. You can also shop it in black and dark gray colors at just $27.   

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Measuring 17.3 inches deep, 35.8 inches wide, and 70.5 inches high, the tall cabinet has a slim frame that easily fits into a range of spaces, whether you're using it in a bedroom, living room, entryway or simply to fill an empty corner. It's built with a sturdy frame of 0.63-inch metal tubing and premium fabric that's tear-resistant and designed to stand up to daily use. 

Its generously sized interior comes outfitted with a hanging rod for coats, dresses, pants, and other long items, as well as two top shelves that are ideal for storing sweaters, handbags, and more. There are also several foldable compartments, which come in handy for organizing belts, shoes, and other accessories. A breathable fabric cover with zipper and Velcro closures keeps your items protected from dust and sunlight. 

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Walmart shoppers have praised the portable closet for its sleek design and "sturdy" build. One reviewer called it "perfect for easy storage." Another said it's "perfect for organizing" clothes, bedding, linens, and other items. Several highlighted how much it holds, with one buyer noting it adds "lots of storage" to any room.

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"There comes a point in your life where you pick YOU!" former drummer Eric Morotti started off his statement.

The drummer of the rock band Suffocation announced on Friday that he will be departing the band, revealing his decision on his 34th birthday. According to his statement, Morotti claimed that his old group was "toxic" and filled with "abusive drug addicts."

"I have chosen to step away from @suffocationofficial to prolong my health, myself. My integrity," he wrote. "I will not work with toxic. Abusive drug addicts. Let alone allow them to boss me around. I’ve been belittled and stepped all over for too long."

Morotti then praised his current group, Sanguisugabogg, which he joined this year.

"That being said. I’ve been having an absolute BLAST with @sanguisugaboggband and have been shown what it’s like to be part of real FAMILY. no egos, no power trips. Just bros that love music and being together," he continued. The group has been on tour around the United States with Lamb of God since last month.

On Monday though, Suffocation responded to Morotti's announcement, saying that many of the claims were "false" and that they kicked him out via email.

"Last week, the decision was made by Suffocation to part ways with Eric Morotti due to his conflicting schedule with Sanguisaugabogg, which affected Suffocation's schedule for the year," they wrote. "It is unfortunate that Eric decided to falsify claims and take this to a negative place, forcing us to make this statement."

Suffocation formed in 1989 in Long Island, New York, by Frank Mullen, Guy Marchais, Todd German and Josh Barohn. The metal rock group stayed together for nine years before disbanding in 1998. In 2003, they reunited and have since released six studio albums. Morotti joined Suffocation in 2016 as their drummer.

Suffocation is currently preparing for a Spring North America Tour and various festival appearances. The string of concerts is set to start in Wilmington, Delaware, on April 26 at The Queen, and conclude a month later in Indianapolis. They are also set to open for Cradle of Faith throughout the month of May.

For now, John Longstreth of Origin will be joining Suffocation as a guest drummer until they find a permanent replacement for Morotti. Their current members are Terrance Hobbs, Derek Boyer, Charlie Errigo and Ricky Myers.

Tickets for Suffocation's upcoming tour can be found on their official website.

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Released in 1954, this three-hour, 37-minute black-and-white film has no CGI, no sequels and no franchise behind it. Even so, Akira Kurosawa’s Seven Samurai sits at No. 2 on Rotten Tomatoes with a perfect score.

And the praise extends well beyond audiences. Even Steven Spielberg has gone on record crediting Kurosawa's films with shaping him as a director, placing the Japanese classic among his 20 personal favorites.

"All the time I spent with Kurosawa's films have done so much to inspire me to be a better filmmaker," the acclaimed director once said. 

The film, starring Toshiro Mifune, follows a desperate village struggling to protect itself from a band of 40 ruthless bandits. With no other options, the villagers hire a group of samurai to train them in the art of combat. 

Much of what makes Seven Samurai work comes down to Kurosawa himself. He was among the first directors to use multiple cameras and telephoto lenses simultaneously — an approach that changed how action sequences could be filmed.

That technique made for a fast-paced movie that never lags, and audiences around the globe loved it. The film won the Silver Lion at the Venice Film Festival, earned two Academy Award nominations and became the highest-grossing film in Japan at the time. 

Beyond its awards, the film is often credited with shaping the “assembling the team” narrative — the structure of recruiting individuals with distinct skills for a shared goal. Its influence is hard to miss in films like Ocean’s Eleven and even The Avengers. 

Kurosawa also understood what weather could do to a scene. The film's rain-soaked finale went on to inspire some of cinema’s most memorable battle sequences, including those in The Matrix Revolutions and The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers.

But for Kurosawa, the innovations in Seven Samurai were about more than one film. He saw technology as essential to keeping Japanese cinema relevant. 

"Technological advances are a vitally important aspect of the motion picture industry," he told the New York Times in 1981, warning that without investment, Japanese studios had little hope of competing with Hollywood or television. 

After Seven Samurai, Kurosawa went on to direct Yojimbo, High and Low, Kagemusha and Ran, among others, working on new projects right up until his death in 1998. 

While critics often called his films “profoundly humanistic,” Kurosawa stayed humble about his achievements.

“I just make up stories and film them,” he said in 1985. “When I am lucky,” he added, “the stories have a lifelike quality that makes them appealing to people, and the film is successful.”

Since its release in 1988, Die Hardhas been continuously considered one of the best action films.

For instance, the publication Collider recently ranked Die Hard as the "Best Action Thriller Masterpiece of All Time." The other 20 beloved action films on the list included 1991's Point Break, Dirty Harry from 1971, 1986's Aliens, The Bourne Ultimatum from 2007, 1993's The Fugitive, The Dark Knight from 2008, 1994's Speed, and Terminator 2: Judgment Day, released in 1991.

Collider reported that Die Hard, which spawned five sequels, took home the number one spot because it has captured audiences for nearly four decades.

Die Hard's thrilling scenes are one reason the film remains so beloved. However, fans of the movie and its subsequent sequels also enjoy rooting for Detective John McClane, played by Bruce Willis. In a 2015 interview at the Austin Film Festival, the film's screenwriter, Jeb Stuart, explained he purposefully created a very human character, who audiences can easily empathize with. He said what he learned while studying at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Stanford University enabled him to write a successful script, regardless of the genre.

"I had a lot of training that I just kind of pulled over into the action world. How to create a scene, how to develop characters, how to make an audience worry about a particular character, even when he's about to jump off a building or, you know, get run down by a train or something like that, something crazy," explained the writer in the 2015 interview. "If you don't care for him, you're not going to follow him. And I think that's the world that I came out of academically and had the good fortune to have the ability to talk to writers."

He also said that he was drawn to the action genre in terms of screenwriting, as he knew it was lucrative.

"That's where the money was for me and I needed to get out of debt," quipped The Fugitive co-writer, now 70.

Not to totally fangirl over Aldi or anything, but how is that chain just so good at what they do? I always wonder why, say, Trader Joe's doesn't try to replicate something like the Aldi Finds aisle, but maybe it's just because Aldi is so darn good at seeking out these fun, affordable finds, its competitors aren't about to bother.

Case in point: Every time I think that Aldi has already stocked all of the pretty, comfy bedding it could possibly find, the next drop has even more. It's a gift, really—a gift that keeps on giving. And now there's a new quilt set in town.

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Aldi's Kirkton House Green Floral Reversible Quilt Set comes in both queen and king sizes, each for just $34.99. The quilt is a lightweight piece that's perfect for layering or for use on its own when warmer nights call for something breathable and not too heavy. The pretty, sage-green colorway has an almost vintage-tinged quality, with a delicate white floral pattern that adds a touch of elegance throughout.

And you don't have to worry about finding a matching set of shams to purchase separately—the quilt comes with two, so that your bed will look perfectly styled without any extra effort.

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If green isn't your thing, Aldi is also selling the exact same set (in king and queen sizes) in a lovely brown colorway, too. Perfect if your bedroom's color palette leans towards warmer neutrals.

Want to outfit your bed with this set in a more layered way? It's all about balance.

Let the pattern shine without overwhelming the space. Start with crisp, neutral sheets (white or soft cream always works) to give your eye a place to rest. Layer the quilt neatly, either folded at the foot or pulled all the way up for a more polished look. Use the matching shams as your anchor, then add one or two complementary throw pillows in solids or subtle textures to break things up. For extra coziness, drape a lightweight throw across the corner. It should feel inviting, not overly styled. You're not aiming for a four-page spread in Architectural Digest, just a sweet sanctuary to rest your head.

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There are three things guaranteed in the world today: Death, taxes, and Jeopardy! being on. Believe it or not, the iconic game show has been on the air for over 60 years (though the modern incarnation we know and love technically debuted in 1984). Under the watchful eye of Ken Jennings (who himself was a record-breaking champion), Jeopardy! puts three people's trivia skills and reflexes to the ultimate test. And so many of the greats to grace those podiums started by simply watching the show as it aired on weekdays, as millions have done for over half a century.

Here's a spoiler-filled recap of who won Jeopardy! today, plus the answer to Final Jeopardy.

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Continuing to dominate Jeopardy! with his impressive gameplay, Jamie Ding won his 22nd consecutive game, bringing his total winnings to $627,600

Catherine Hoffmanis a children's librarian from Clarkston, Michigan.

Erik Bubolz is an attorney originally from Okemos, Michigan.

JamieDing extended his remarkable winning streak to 22 games during what was an all-Michigan affair. Though the bureaucrat and law student now calls Lawrenceville, New Jersey, home, he grew up in the Detroit metro area, making all three contestants Michigan natives.

As for his gameplay, despite missing Final Jeopardy, he built such a commanding lead throughout the game that he still cruised to the win with a final score of $18,600. The highlight of his game was a near-sweep of the high-value $2,000 clues in Double Jeopardy, as he picked up five of the six. 

Going into the episode, Ding sat just $14,612 behindMatt Jackson for 13th on the all-time winnings list and needed only one more correct response to pass Cris Pannullo for 9th on the all-time correct responses list, per the Jeopardy! Leaderboard of Legends.

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Final Jeopardy today was in the category "Country Names."

The clue:  "In the 1850s it was part of the Granadine Confederation; today it's named for a man who never set foot in the country."

The answer:  What is Colombia?

The clue blended historical geography with a fun bit of trivia, stumping two of three contestants, including Ding.

Ding wagered aggressively with $16,200, and had he been correct, he would have finished with $51,000. But even with the miss, his pre-Final Jeopardy lead was so large that he still won comfortably. Hoffman was the sole player to get it right, wagering $4,000 to end up with $8,400. Bubolz got it wrong, wagering nearly all of what he had going in, $7,199 of $7,200, with a final score of $1.

Ding will be back tomorrow to go for win number 23.

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Jeopardy! will come back on Tuesday, April 14, with a new episode. Check your local listings to find out when to watch

Jeopardy! is available on both Hulu and Peacock. Subscribers can enjoy watching new episodes the next day, as well as access a vault of many classic episodes to enjoy at a moment's notice.

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Valerie Lee, an actress who was one of the last surviving Wizard of Oz cast members, has died. She was 94.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Stephen Cox—the author of the 1996 book The Munchkins of Oz—announced that Lee died on Sunday, April 12, in the Reseda neighborhood of Los Angeles.

Lee was best known as one of the child actors who portrayed the Munchkins in The Wizard of Oz. Prior to her death, she was one of the last surviving cast members of the 1939 classic film. Priscilla Montgomery Clark, who also played a Munchkin in the movie, is still alive and now 96 years old, according to Cox.

Lee was born Valerie Shepard in Los Angeles on Dec. 14, 1931. As a child, she and several of her Bud Murray Dance School cohorts were cast as Munchkins in The Wizard of Oz. Lee celebrated her 7th birthday while shooting on the MGM lot in Culver City, California. In her uncredited film debut, she danced alongside her fellow Munchkins in a scene with Judy Garland’s Dorothy in Munchkinland.

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After The Wizard of Oz, Lee went on to appear in multiple Our Gang comedy shorts: 1939’s Time Out for Lessons, 1941’s Ye Olde Minstrels, 1942’s Doin’ Their Bit, 1943’s Benjamin Franklin, Jr., 1943’s Election Daze and 1944’s Dancing Romeo.

Though the Our Gang shorts were Lee’s only other acting credits beyond The Wizard of Oz, she appeared onscreen again decades later in the 2024 TV documentary Mysteries of Oz: 85 Questions Answered.

Lee was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Haynes, to whom she was married from 1949 to 2002. The couple shared three children: Elise, Sharon and Larry.

Just days before Lee’s death, Caren Marsh Doll—who is known for her role as Garland’s stand-in for The Wizard of Oz—celebrated her 107th birthday on April 6. Marsh Doll’s legs and feet can be seen in the famous scene where Dorothy clicks her heels together to return home to Kansas. She was 19 at the time of filming.

On the occasion of Marsh Doll’s birthday, she was one of only three individuals who worked on The Wizard of Oz who was still living. The other two were Lee and Clark.

Nearly nine decades after its release, The Wizard of Oz remains one of the most iconic films in cinematic history. The main cast included Garland as Dorothy Gale, Ray Bolger as the Scarecrow, Jack Haley as the Tin Man, Bert Lahr as the Cowardly Lion, Frank Morgan as the Wizard of Oz, Billie Burke as Glinda the Good Witch and Margaret Hamilton as the Wicked Witch of the West.