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New York Knicks fans just did something almost unimaginable… they cyberbullied Elmo. Yes, that’s right, the NBA team’s followers had some not-so-nice things to say about the beloved red monster from the iconic children’s PBS show Sesame Street.

Why would Knicks fans bully Elmo?

Things got heated before Game 1 of the Knicks and Spurs NBA final. As it turns out, the Sesame Street star started a war of words with a social media post.

First things first. Elmo, who is a muppet, does in fact have X and Instagram accounts. And like his human counterparts, he’s not afraid to use them. But when the kind of mouthy muppet posted, “Elmo hopes both teams have fun!” before the Knicks and San Antonio Spurs NBA game, New Yorkers had something pretty strong to say about it.

As any fan of the show knows, Sesame Street is set in New York City. That means Elmo is from the Big Apple. 

Other New Yorkers took to social media, questioning the native’s allegiance. One X user wrote in response to Elmo’s post, “Elmo, you’re from the city. Pick a side, man,” and another said, “This isn’t time for sportsmanship Elmo. These streets ain’t sesame.” It didn’t stop there. 

While some New Yorkers took a sweet, civil approach with comments like, “Elmo, you're from NYC, little buddy, it’s okay to root for the Knicks,” others weren’t as nice. Borderline bullies kept the conversation going with surprising statements such as “No media literacy award” and “Pick a side, coward.” Wendy’s (the fast food chain) even took a break from making burgers and Frosties to chime in with, “NOT NOW ELMO.” 

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Things didn't go much better for Elmo on Instagram. When he posted the same caption, “Elmo hopes both teams have fun,” Knicks fans let loose with their comments, telling the cuddly character, “Elmo, you live in New York. You’ve been a New Yorker since the Knicks last title,” and, “You’re a New Yorker Elmo. Don’t forget that.” 

How did Elmo clap back against Knicks fans?

Like other celebs, Elmo wasn’t going to let a little bit of social media sensationalism get him down. The furry red monster clapped back on X with a ‘punny’ response: “KNICKS that last message! Elmo didn’t mean to SPUR you on!” Enough said. 

McDonald's just announced a major change to the drive-thru involving AI—and customers are not happy.

This week at the McDonald's Worldwide convention, the fast-food chain revealed that it will roll out a new operating system featuring artificial intelligence, two years after it discontinued a different AI ordering system. The move is part of its McDonald's Next initiative.

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On Jun 2, @McFranchisee shared the news via X, writing, "Meet Archy IQ—no, we are not new to AOT. In fact, we have been in this AI field for about 8 years. We sold our in-house model to IBM and moved on, as it wasn’t good enough for our needs."

McDonald's new Archy IQ, in partnership with Google, is currently testing in five stores, although the specific locations were not shared. @McFranchisee also shared that more than 1 million transactions have been processed, with roughly 90% completed without needing human escalation.

"Every McDonald’s in the US is getting their Google Edge Cloud blades installed in anticipation of this rollout," @McFranchisee added.

In the accompanying video, Archy IQ accurately took orders in both English and Spanish. It even correctly took the order of a man who simply said that he wanted his "usual."

"Archy will not only assist drive-thru orders but act as a master brain to help managers run a better restaurant," @McFranchisee concluded. "It’s like a personal assistant that alerts you to potential bottlenecks or issues."

Meet Archy IQ - no, we are not new to AOT. In fact, we have been in this AI field for about 8 years. We sold our in-house model to IBM and moved on as it wasn’t good enough for our needs.

As mentioned below, I wanted to hire Google (who uses NVIDIA) to service our AOT 3 years… https://t.co/JR8QHQNyKJ pic.twitter.com/e0syxiQwre

— McFranchisee (@McFranchisee) June 3, 2026

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In the comments, many customers voiced their displeasure with McDonald's plans to implement AI in its drive-thru once again.

One disgruntled X user wrote, "Just so your company, McDonald's, and anyone reading this understand: We all hate the system installed at Wendy's. We hate the kiosks at McDonald's, Wendy's, and Taco Bell that we are asked to use instead of talking to a person. We will hate this too. Say goodbye to customers."

Another shared, "No one wants this—we like dealing with smiling faces."

Someone else pointed out, "No wonder people are lonelier than ever now. Can’t even order a meal and talk to someone anymore. Also, these suck. I went to a Bojangles that had this. I was trying to ask a question, it didn’t work, then I asked for a cup of ice water, and it put in a 3 dollar bottle of water."

A different X user snarked, "Nothing like putting more people out of work!"

Meanwhile, yet another customer commented, "God no...we need to stop AI, this is ridiculous...all because you want to stop having real people behind the register. Everyone is going to hate this."

As of writing, it's unclear when Archy IQ will officially roll out beyond the five test stores.

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It’s been nearly five years since Florida Georgia Line announced an open-ended hiatus. But on Thursday, June 4, it was as if nothing had ever changed between Tyler Hubbard and Brian Kelley — the artists that make up the award-winning country music duo, who have charted nearly 20 hit singles and racked up millions of streams. 

As part of the opening night of the 2026 CMA Fest in Nashville, the pair appeared on stage together for the very first time since announcing their 2022 break to pursue solo projects. During their set, they surprised the crowd at Nissan Stadium with two of their biggest hits — “Cruise” and “Round Here.” 

Announcing them as if they were gearing up for a boxing match was American ring announcer Michael Buffer, who amped up the crowd, saying, “Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the main event. You are about to witness the most historic event ever to take place at CMA Fest.” 

After his warm welcome, which also included the “Let’s get ready to rumble” catchphrase (as seen in the video above), Hubbard and Kelley made a grand entrance, stepping out on opposite sides of the stadium before joining one another center stage. 

Though the moment marks the first joint performance for FGL in half a decade, the duo teased their return several times leading up to the reunion. According to Rolling Stone, the messages included a billboard in Nashville as well as a cryptic image uploaded, reading “FGL LFG” used as a profile photo on Instagram. 

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“We’ll never forget this night and this moment… We back, baby!” FGL captioned a video on Instagram, which drew excitement from fans and fellow artists. 

“The boys are back!” Chris Lane commented while Dan + Shay wrote, “Let’s run 2019, back boys.” 

“Years of prayers have been answered,” Lakeview added. 

In addition to their surprise CMA Fest performance, FGL has also signed with The Core Entertainment for management, which includes a roster of clients like Bailey Zimmerman, Dan + Shay, Nickelback, and more. 

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Love Island USA continues to break records as Season 8 becomes the most-watched debut for an original season of TV ever for the streaming service Peacock.

Season 8 of the dating series began on June 2 and has since released three episodes. The series has been watched for a total of 824 million minutes, according to first-party data shared with Variety.

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While specific data about how many viewers each episode was watched by has not been officially released. If you take the total number of minutes aired (224) and divide it by the number of minutes watched (824 million), the series was watched by roughly 3.67 million viewers per episode. This math assumes that each viewer watched each episode of the series exactly once.

The series is outpacing all previous Peacock originals, including prior seasons of Love Island USA, The Traitors, and Bel-Air, among many others.

According to NBCUniversal, 23% of this viewership was done on mobile devices, including tablets and phones.

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The series continues to be one of the most popular subjects on social media, as users on X, Blusky, YouTube, and TikTok discuss and debate the Islanders' ongoing antics in the villa.

Love Island USA Season 8 started with 10 original Islanders seeking out love and fun in the Fiji sun, with the season premiere ending with the arrival of two bombshells set to shake up the dynamic of the villa. Since then, the bombshells have coupled up, and things continue to develop.

Love Island USA Season 8 is set to air for 6 weeks of original new episodes. In addition to the main series, Peacock also airs the spinoffs Love Island Games and Love Island Beyond the Villa.

Love Island USA airs new episodes at 6 p.m. PT / 9 p.m. ET, with new episodes dropping daily during premiere week. Afterward, new episodes will premiere every day except Wednesdays, streaming exclusively on Peacock.

Michael Gledhill, the son of James Handy's girlfriend, has officially been charged with the actor's murder, TMZ reports. Specifically, he was charged with "one count of murder with a special allegation that he personally used a deadly weapon, a knife."

"This is not how anyone’s life should end, stabbed in the chest and left dying in the front yard of a home," Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman said in a press release. "The victim deserved to live out his later years enjoying what he had worked so hard for and enjoying it with those he loved and cared about."

Handy was found in the morning on Wednesday, June 3, in the front yard of his Tarzana home with a stab wound to his chest. He was rushed to the hospital, but was later pronounced dead.

Gledhill is also said to have made a “bizarre” 911 call where he told dispatchers, “I am the son of man, I just killed the man of sin. He was arrested shortly after officers found Handy, and he ultimately flagged down authorities and said he was the one they were looking for. He was booked for one count of murder, and his bail was set at $2,000,000.00.

Gledhill's mom, Wendy, also spoke with TMZ earlier and talked about her son's mental health struggles, saying that he had been diagnosed with schizophrenia in July 2025 but had stopped taking his medication roughly a week before Handy’s murder. She added that the relationship between the two was “generally cordial.” And with that, Wendy was asked if her son should spend the rest of his life in prison, to which she responded that he "should not be where he can hurt anyone else.”

“They know I loved him so much. I’m so sorry,” she told the outlet. “I’m so sorry this happened. I’m still in shock. I still can’t comprehend it.”

Fans are a little confused after new details emerged surrounding the upcoming Like a Dragon prequel, Stranger Than Heaven, at the 2026 Summer Game Fest on June 5.

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A new trailer from SEGA confirmed that the game will include a Tupac Shakur character, using the likeness of the infamous "California Love" rapper nearly 30 years after his death.

While other celebrities set to appear in the game, like Snoop Dogg, will voice their own character, it's unclear whether Shakur will be voiced by an actor or through archival recordings.

Fans were immediately divided by the news, and took to X to share their thoughts, excitement, and confusion. "The Tupac thing feels really gross to me off the bat. I don't know man, need to no more but it just feels like making a buck off of a guy who has been dead for 30 years," said one unenthused fan, while another contended, "I think it’s kinda cool."

A third wrote, "Everybody hating on Tupac in Stranger Than Heaven is ridiculous, we don't even know nothing about it yet bro. Snoop obviously facilitated this and they HAD to get permission from his estate, so what are we getting upset about?"

Stranger Than Heaven is an upcoming action-adventure game from Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio, the Sega-owned team best known for the Like a Dragon (formerly Yakuza) series and the Judgment spinoff games. Originally revealed as Project Century at The Game Awards in 2024, the game was officially renamed Stranger Than Heaven in 2025.

Unlike the studio's modern-day crime dramas, the new title spans roughly 50 years of Japanese history, following protagonist Makoto Daito across multiple eras and cities in a saga that appears to explore the origins of elements later seen in the Like a Dragon universe.

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The team revealed the release day for the game at the event, citing plans to drop it on on Xbox Series X|S, PS5, and PC on January 15th, 2027.

Shakur died at just 25 years old on Sept. 13, 1996, following a drive-by shooting in Las Vegas, and while that was nearly three decades ago, a 2025 docuseries by 50 Centreignited attention on the case.

Sean Combs: The Reckoning revisited long-standing allegations about the murder and examined claims that Sean "Diddy" Combs may have had ties to individuals connected to the shooting. However, no court has found Combs responsible for Shakur's death, and any alleged connection remains unproven.

Morris Day is marking a major milestone in his music career with a special release that gives fans a deeper look into one of his most celebrated projects.

The legendary funk and R&B performer announced on Instagram that Warner/Rhino Records will release a deluxe edition of his 1985 album Color of Success on June 26 as part of his 45th anniversary celebration in music.

"In Celebration of My 45th Anniversary in music Warner/ Rhino Records is releasing “COLOR OF SUCCESS” Deluxe Edition on June 26. Packed with all the rare unreleased mixes from the Warner Vaults. This is a MUST have. And also coming soon the “Oak Tree Remix” by SHAWTYR3DD," Day wrote.

Singer Morris Day performs onstage during Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis and Friends 40th Anniversary Tribute concert at VyStar Amphitheater at The Bridge on Aug. 30, 2025.

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The announcement gives longtime fans access to previously unreleased material from the Warner vaults while highlighting a career that spans more than four decades. The upcoming package will feature rare mixes connected to Color of Success, the debut solo album that helped establish Day as a successful artist outside of his work with The Time.

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The release arrives during a year of reflection and celebration for the singer, songwriter, bandleader and actor, who remains one of the most recognizable figures in funk music.

Morris Day Celebrates 45 Years in Music

Day is best known as the frontman of The Time, the Minneapolis-based funk band closely associated with Prince. The group emerged in the early 1980s and became a major part of the Minneapolis sound that gained worldwide attention during the decade.

Founded in 1981, The Time played a prominent role in Prince's 1984 film Purple Rain and became known for energetic performances and hits including "Jungle Love," "The Bird," and later "Jerk Out."

Before leading The Time, Day and Prince attended the same high school in Minneapolis and performed together in the band Grand Central during the 1970s. Their creative partnership helped shape one of the most influential eras in funk and pop music.

While Day's work with The Time earned widespread acclaim, his solo career also produced notable successes. Released in 1985, Color of Success reached No. 37 on the Billboard 200 and climbed to No. 7 on the R&B chart. The album generated several charting singles, including "The Oak Tree," "The Color of Success" and "The Character."

"The Oak Tree" became one of Day's signature songs, reaching No. 3 on the R&B chart and helping solidify his standing as a solo performer.

In addition to the deluxe album, Day revealed that a new version of "The Oak Tree" is also in development. According to his announcement, an "Oak Tree Remix" by SHAWTYR3DD is scheduled to arrive soon, though additional details have not yet been released.

The news comes shortly after Day made headlines for clarifying that he and The Time would not perform at the Great American State Fair, a multi-day event planned for Washington, D.C., as part of America's 250th anniversary celebrations.

After being included in an initial lineup announcement, Day publicly denied that he would appear at the event.

"Contrary To Rumor, Morris Day & The Time Will Not Be Performing At The ‘GREAT AMERICAN STATE FAIR,'" he wrote on Instagram.

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In a recent interview, Day explained that he prefers to keep his music separate from politics and emphasized that his focus remains on entertaining audiences and sharing positive messages through music.

For fans of classic funk, Minneapolis sound, and 1980s R&B, the upcoming Color of Success Deluxe Edition represents an opportunity to revisit a pivotal chapter in Day's journey while discovering previously unheard material from the vault.

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Rising soul and jazz singer KELS has been announced as the national anthem performer for Game 2 of the 2026 NBA Finals, adding another major sports event to her growing list of high-profile appearances.

The singer shared the news with fans through Instagram ahead of Friday night's championship matchup between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs at Frost Bank Center.

“Dirty Blues Princess is back in San Antonio,” she excitedly wrote. “A lot of people don’t know this but I lived in San Antonio as a baby and my little brother was born there. Honored to be ask to perform the National Anthem for Game 2 of the NBA Finals tonight. Baby Kelsey Anne would be so proud.”

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The announcement quickly drew excitement from fans, many of whom celebrated the milestone in the comments section.

“I’ve been watching for so long and this is so well deserved. Get ‘em girl! 👏👏👏👏,” one supporter wrote.

Another commented, “Thats BIG!!!.💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾.”

Others added messages such as “🔥yes. Cant wait,” “So happy and excited for you!! You deserve this! 🔥” and “I'm not an NBA fan but I'll tune in just for this.”

Game 2 of the NBA Finals marks another major sports-stage appearance for the 30-year-old singer-songwriter.

Earlier this year, KELS performed “The Star-Spangled Banner” during the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh, her hometown. Her appearance at the NBA Finals continues a breakout year for the artist as her profile continues to rise nationally.

While many basketball fans may be hearing her name for the first time, KELS has steadily built a loyal following through independent touring and live performances.

Born Kelsey Hillock in Germany to a military family, she grew up in Pittsburgh and later relocated to Atlanta. Her musical style blends jazz, soul and pop influences, drawing inspiration from artists such as Amy Winehouse and Jazmine Sullivan.

The singer has spent years developing her craft. According to Unclear, she began writing songs at age 13 and trained as a jazz vocalist while performing in choirs, church groups and jazz ensembles. Her early experiences helped shape the powerful vocal style that has become her trademark.

KELS gained widespread attention after completing a 52-show independent tour across the United States in 2023 without management or a record label. During the eight-month run, her fanbase grew significantly, and supporters helped fund the tour.

Since then, she has continued to expand her audience through sold-out headlining performances in cities across the country. She has also appeared at major music festivals and opened for acclaimed artists, including Andre 3000 at the Atlanta Jazz Festival.

Among her most-streamed songs are “Gone,” which has surpassed four million Spotify streams, along with fan favorites “amphetamines,” “We Tried” and “6ft Under.”

The artist recently released her debut EP, Slow Ryde, and is preparing for her Dirty Blues Princess tour, named after her forthcoming project.

The NBA Finals spotlight comes one game after Grammy-winning singer Tori Kelly performed the national anthem before Game 1.

With the Knicks seeking a 2-0 series lead and the Spurs looking to bounce back after a difficult opening loss, fans inside Frost Bank Center and viewers watching on ABC will hear KELS deliver the national anthem before another pivotal Finals showdown begins.

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The Rolling Stones announced a new and unique collaboration on Thursday.

The iconic 1970s band that pioneered rock musicshared to Instagram that they are collaborating with FIFA for the next merch release, in honor of their upcoming album, Foreign Tounges, and the World Cup taking place from June 11 to July 19 across the United States, Canada and Mexico.

Foreign Tounges, out July 10, will come out in three limited-edition vinyl variants: a Host Nation Edition, a Winners' Circle Edition and a FIFA World Cup 2026 Edition, all with different designs, inspired by the band's iconic imagery and FIFA design elements. A dedicated line of Rolling Stone and FIFA co-branded clothing is also expected to drop soon.

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In addition, Rolling Stone released a special remix of "In The Stars" alongside their producers Andrew Watt and Cirkut for the Official FIFA World Cup 2026 album, which also includes songs and collaborations by Shakira, Daddy Yankee and Shenseea, LISA and Anitta, Ava Max and BIA, 21 Savage, Nato Cano and French Montana, Major Lazer, Nelly Furtado and Davido, and more.

“The FIFA World Cup is the biggest show on earth, uniting billions of people through football, culture and shared celebration,” said FIFA’s Chief Business Officer, Romy Gai, in a press release. “We are delighted to welcome The Rolling Stones into this unique global moment, adding the energy, emotion and unmistakable identity of one of music’s most iconic bands to the tournament experience. This collaboration celebrates the powerful connection between football and music, and the unforgettable experiences they create for fans around the world.”

Mick Jagger, Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood pose backstage during the exclusive launch event of The Rolling Stones new album “Foreign Tongues” at Weylin on May 5, 2026 in Brooklyn, NY.

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Formed in London in 1962 by Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Brian Jones, Ian Stewart, Bill Wyman, Charlie Watts and Mick Taylor, The Rolling Stones became one of the most influential bands in the world, thanks to their songs that blend the blues, pop and psychedelic rock genres. Since their formation over 60 years ago, they have released 32 studio albums, with their most recent being Hackney Diamonds in 2023.

Though it was never officially announced, The Rolling Stones were planning to embark on a tour around the United Kingdom and Europe this year. The band's touring pianist, Chuck Leavell, and a spokesperson told the UK press last year that a new album was in the works, as well as a tour. But, in December 2025, a source close to the band told Variety that the tour is cancelled because Richards will be unable to due to his long battle with arthritis.

Despite that, in a Q&A that took place at a listening party and launch event that was hosted by Conan O'Brien in Brooklyn last month, Jagger told the audience that he would "love to tour the album."

"I absolutely would love to," the 82-year-old musician responded. “I hope to do it as soon as that’s possible.”

Ron Wood and Mick Jagger perform onstage at Candlestick Park, San Francisco, California, October 17, 1981.

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Fans can pre-order The Rolling Stones' upcoming album and the three vinyl variants they made with FIFA on their official website. Foreign Tounges will be out on all streaming platforms on July 10.

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Vanderpump Rulesstar Stassi Schroeder looked amazing when she recently walked in a Sports Illustrated fashion show in a bright orange bikini. 

The New York Times bestselling author clearly worked hard to achieve her ultra-toned look, with a source telling The Daily Mailshe "was having about 600 calories a day."

"Stassi really wanted to look incredible for the show so went on a massive diet," the source said, claiming that she "skipped breakfast, had only a salad for lunch and then did not touch a carb after 5 p.m," the source said about the Bravo star.

The mother of two was so committed to this diet that she started seeing effects almost immediately. "The weight just melted off her body, but that kind of diet is very hard to do because the cravings are insane," the source added. "It's not easy for her to diet that hardcore, but the results are amazing and she felt great about herself."

The Vanderpump Villa star has previously opened up about the unhelpful lengths she would go to for skinniness. In 2017, she admitted to starving herself to maintain her slim physique.

While speaking to Daily Mail Australia, per Wonderwall, the reality TV star said, "I'm really lazy. I stay thin by trying to starve myself for the most part, if I'm being totally honest. When I'm home in LA, it's like one meal a day, but when I go out of town or on work trips, it's breakfast, lunch and dinner."

She added that, "When I'm home in LA, it's like one meal a day, but when I go out of town or on work trips, it's breakfast, lunch and dinner."

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Stassi's appearance at the Sports Illustrated show in Miami went viral, and not just because of how good she looked in that bikini.

Online commentators couldn't help but notice her stiff walk and unnatural posture. While some social media posts were unkind, with one user declaring, "Entering the room pelvis first is nuts," others were more sympathetic and blamed the bikini.

"I hate it when stylists think that all women have to have hourglasses," another one says. "Instead of pulling up the bottom to emphasize the smallness of the waist, the stylists should have gone for low-risers and shown off Stassi's long torso," wrote another user on X.

The reality star joined a list of celebrity guests on the runway, which included Bethenny Frankel, Alix Earle and Remi Bader.

“I honestly think I blacked out. More than anything, having my family and friends front row made it a core memory I will never forget… And all of the women who walked with me were so welcoming and supportive. I’ve never done anything like this before, so having them backstage—giving me tips on how to walk, hyping me up—made all the difference in the world,” she told WWD about the experience.

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Summer is a lot more fun when you’re not using your car for every coffee run, beach-town errand, or quick trip across town. And right now, Walmart has the Sanopy 500-Watt Electric Bike on sale starting at $472, down from $1,000. The best deal is on the gray version, while the black and white options are also marked down to $485. It comes in three colors and two tire options, with the fat tire versions priced higher, starting at $522.

It has a 500-watt brushless hub motor with 650-watt peak power and a removable 48-volt battery, so you can charge the battery separately. It can reach up to 20 miles per hour and has a 20-mile range, which is helpful for rides around town. The step-through frame, adjustable seat, shock-absorbing front forks, and anti-skid tires help with comfort, while the LED display, headlight, rear brake light, and front and rear disc brakes improve visibility and control. It also has a key-lock anti-theft battery design, a 220-pound weight limit, a sturdy rear rack, and an 85% pre-assembled design for quicker setup.

Sanopy 500-Watt Electric Bike, From $472 (was $1,000) at Walmart

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Whether you’re trying to save gas or just want to feel a warm breeze on the way to your next stop, this e-bike can make summer errands a lot more enjoyable. The rear rack provides space for a backpack, grocery bags, or a beach tote, and you could even attach another basket to the front for more room. The removable battery is another helpful feature, since you can charge it separately rather than parking the whole bike next to an outlet.

Shoppers have called this e-bike “very durable, easy to ride,” and “super fast.” “This scooter has been a lifesaver,” one person wrote, while another noted that it has “lots of power and great battery life.” Other reviewers mentioned using it for commuting, school, work, and shorter trips around town.

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Concert traffic, crowded city streets, and quick summer errands are all easier to deal with when you have another way to get around. This e-bike ticks all the boxes for a practical ride, and the 20-mile-per-hour top speed and 20-mile range are added perks if you want something that can handle more than a quick loop around the neighborhood.

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If you’ve been looking for a different way to tackle summer errands, short commutes, or rides around town, the Sanopy 500-Watt Electric Bike is worth checking out ahead of summer. Be sure to add yours to your cart now before the price jumps back up at Walmart.

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If you keep up with new shows and movies, chances are you've seen Mckenna Grace before. Grace has been acting since she was a child, starring in projects like Gifted, alongside Chris Evans, and the Big Bang Theory spinoff show Young Sheldon. The movies and shows from Grace's younger years are just the tip of the iceberg, though.

Grace's filmography is shockingly long for an actress who is just 19 years old, and it doesn't seem as though the star will be slowing down any time soon. In fact, in addition to two major projects starring Grace that are currently in the works—the new Hunger Games movie, The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping, in which Grace plays Maysilee Donner, and Netflix's Scooby-Doo spinoff series Scooby-Doo: Origins, which will see Grace in the beloved role of Daphne—Grace has just surprised fans with some brand-new music.

Grace took to her Instagram account today to announce the release of her new single, "Ugly & Rotten," along with the release of a music video for the song.

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Grace's post sharing the new song is full of supportive comments, although many responses are highlighting one thing in particular: Disbelief that Grace can be such a talented, busy actress who is also putting out new music (that is actually good).

In addition to a comment about "Ugly & Rotten" being a "killer song," one comment says, "Besides being beautiful, charming, a good actress, and adorable, she also sings well?? McKenna Grace, where did you come from???"

Another comment reads, "Is there anything you can’t do @mckennagraceful amazing actor, singer and even more amazing person couldn’t be prouder of you." Yet another echoes, "What's it that Mckenna cannot do LoL."

Commenters have also begun setting their sights on what they think Grace should tackle next, with one person writing, "Album next 🤔" and another saying, "We need an album next!!"

As fans await an album—whether one is actually in the works or not remains unknown—they can look forward to Grace hitting the big screen later this year, as Sunrise on the Reaping is set to release on November 20.

Rock legend Sammy Hagar has openly admitted that disappointing ticket sales forced changes to the upcoming U.K. leg of his 2026 The Best Of All Worlds tour.

Speaking during an interview with The Neil Jones Rock Show on TotalRock, the former Van Halen frontman revealed that several dates were reworked into smaller venues after demand fell short of expectations. Rather than avoiding the issue, Hagar addressed it directly.

"I love the fact that we've moved it to a smaller venue so it'll be full instead of playing some big giant place that holds 12 [thousand] but there's only 6,000 people there," Hagar said.

"The ambiance of that is so much different, and that's why we changed it. Guilty as charged, we didn't sell it out. I thought, 'Oh, we'll sell that out, no problem.'"

Sammy Hagar at the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Festival held at T-Mobile Arena.

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The revised schedule now focuses on more intimate venues and includes a three-night residency at London's new British Airways ARC. The decision was inspired in part by the success of Hagar's recent Las Vegas residency, where multiple nights allowed for longer sets and rotating song selections.

The tour marks Hagar's first proper U.K. run since 1996, making it a significant return for the veteran rocker after nearly three decades away from British concert stages.

Hagar said his appearance at Ozzy Osbourne's Back To The Beginning concert in Birmingham helped convince him to return to the U.K.

Despite his decades-long career, he admitted feeling uncertain about how audiences would respond.

"When I walked out on stage, I was so nervous because I hadn't been there in so long," Hagar said.

Although he felt the reception was more cautious than celebratory, the experience motivated him to reconnect with longtime fans.

"So, I told my manager the next day, I said, 'I wanna go play the U.K. I have to,'" he explained.

Hagar added that many British fans grew up with music from his solo career, Montrose, Chickenfoot and Van Halen. He said he believes those songs remain important and deserve to be performed live.

The singer's career spans more than five decades. He first gained recognition with Montrose in the 1970s before becoming a successful solo artist with hits such as "I Can't Drive 55." His profile rose even higher after joining Van Halen in 1985, helping the band produce four chart-topping albums.

While the venue changes were driven by ticket sales, Hagar believes the new format will ultimately create a better experience for fans.

The residency-style approach allows the band to change several songs each night instead of relying on a fixed setlist.

The shows will include material from across Hagar's career, including songs from Montrose, his solo catalog, Chickenfoot and especially Van Halen.

Joining him on stage will be guitarist Joe Satriani, bassist Michael Anthony and drummer Kenny Aronoff.

According to Hagar, fans can expect songs such as "5150," "Humans Being," "Why Can't This Be Love," "Top Of The World" and other fan favorites, alongside less frequently performed tracks.

The tour follows the continued evolution of the Best Of All Worlds concept, which debuted in 2024 and expanded through several Las Vegas residencies. Hagar recently said the residency format allowed the group to rotate five to seven songs per night and experiment with a wider selection of material.

The 2026 U.K. itinerary includes stops in Wolverhampton and Manchester before concluding with three nights in London. The U.K. tour begins July 6 in Wolverhampton and concludes July 12 in London.

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FBI director Kash Patel just shared a rare update on Today co-anchor Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie, more than four months after the 84-year-old was abducted in Tucson, Ariz.

On Friday, June 5, NewsNation spoke with Patel after the case official hit the four-month mark on June 1. During their conversation, the FBI director doubled down on a previous claim that the Pima County Sheriff's Department blocked the bureau's involvement for days.

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“We showed up immediately and offered our assistance," Patel said. "We were not let in for four days. And that’s their choice."

Of a hair sample found at Nancy's home, he added, "We offered our assistance to go test the DNA. And it’s up to them. They chose to use a private laboratory. Ultimately, the hair was sent to the FBI, but processing the sample could still take months.

Additionally, Patel pointed out that local agencies accepting help from the FBI can lead to quick results.

He explained, “What the FBI is great at, what we did when we finally had access to the Ring doorbell camera, for example, we went to our partners at Google and we said, ‘Hey, we know that there wasn’t a paid subscription service, but let’s go look at the metadata and see if we can find a needle in a needle in a needle in a haystack."

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Finally, Patel offered the latest on where Nancy's case stands, telling NewsNation that investigators are still meticulously going through tips.

“We continue to offer assistance,” he shared. “I even visited our Tucson office, where we had 150 agents and analysts working on the Nancy Guthrie race to provide intelligence.”

Nancy was last seen at her Catalina Foothills residence on the evening of Jan. 31. Although Savannah has offered a $1 million reward and the FBI has released photos and video footage of a masked individual on Nancy's front porch, no suspect has been named.

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Most recently, Savannah spoke out about her mom's disappearance on Mother's Day.

"Mother, daughter, sister, Nonie—we miss you with every breath," she wrote on Instagram. "We will never stop looking for you. We will never be at peace until we find you."

The Today co-host added, "We need help. Someone knows something that can make the difference. Call 1800CALLFBI. You can be anonymous and the reward remains available. Please keep praying. Bring her home. 💛."

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Fifty-two years ago, the iconic '70s rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd released "Sweet Home Alabama," a song that went on to become an immortal southern anthem and inspire a future No. 1 hit, despite not capturing the top position itself.

Released on June 24, 1974 as the lead single from the band's second studio album, Second Helping, "Sweet Home Alabama" became a massive hit. Upon its release, the song became an instant southern anthem, appealing to southern demographics due to its uplifting lyricism about the positive side of country living.

The track grew in popularity due to its dedicated airplay through rock radio stations and by the fall of 1974, it had climbed up the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at No. 8. In total, the song was on the chart for 17 consecutive weeks, marking it the only track in the group's history to break into the top ten. In 2009, the song was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame, celebrating its global cultural significance as a pillar of rock and roll.

Allen Collins, Gary Rossington, Leon Wilkeson and Steve Gaines of American rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd perform on stage at the Apollo Theatre on February 9th, 1977 in Glasgow, Scotland.

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Written by guitarists Ed King and Gary Rossington and lead singer Ronnie Van Zant, "Sweet Home Alabama" was a response to Neil Young's songs "Southern Man" and "Alabama." Van Zant believed Young's tracks were an unfair representation of southern people and wanted to combat the negative stereotypes with a prideful southern rock anthem. The lyrics directly call out Young, and counter the nation's disapproving view of America's southern region at the time.

"Sweet Home Alabama" is most recognizable for its legendary opening guitar riff that repeats throughout the duration of the song. The iconic push-and-pull chord progression quickly became a staple in southern rock, going on to inspire another major hit 34 years later: "All Summer Long" by country singer Kid Rock.

Released on March 17, 2008 as the third single from his seventh studio album, Rock n Roll Jesus, "All Summer Long" went on to become a chart-topping hit on several international charts. Its global popularity stemmed from its heavily inspired instrumentation that directly pulled from segments of "Sweet Home Alabama." It hit No. 1 on the Australia, Austria, Germany, Ireland, Netherlands, Switzerland and United Kingdom charts, and reached the No. 23 spot on the Hot 100.

Over five decades after its release, "Sweet Home Alabama" continues to make waves in the rock genre. The song has continued to endure, reaching new audiences through the digital era. On Spotify alone, the track has garnered over 1.68 billion streams—a massive feat that serves as a testament to its lasting influence.

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Fairy gardens are undeniably one of the sweetest outdoor decor trends of 2026. If you have a tree in your yard that could use a little sprucing up — or kids who believe in magic — this $14 Amazon find makes a “whimsical landscape addition.” The Toromiu Magic Fairy Door Kit is a great option for fairy gardens because it gives any ordinary tree trunk a charming feel.

Designed to attach to a tree trunk, it includes “adorable” details like tiny hand-carved doors, windows, and lanterns. It comes in two styles: a $14 vine-covered door version and a $17 design with a miniature ladder detail. All versions include glow-in-the-dark elements, so the scene softly lights up after dark. For even more whimsy, you can pair it with fairy statues, tiny houses, and gnome figurines to build out a complete fairy garden scene. 

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This handcrafted set includes a vine-covered door, two windows, and a lantern — all of which charge in sunlight and glow softly after dark. It’s made from frost-proof, weather-resistant resin, so you can safely leave it outside on your tree throughout the year.  Once night falls, the pieces light up your outdoor space. The pieces come with built-in hooks that make them easy to hang on trees and planters without any tools.

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"It's such a cute little accent for any home — and it glows well at night," one shopper said. "So cute! Got it to spruce up our tree out front and my daughter loves it," wrote another. 

A third called it "absolutely adorable" and said it brought "so much joy" to their home. For fairy garden fans, it's an easy way to transform a plain tree trunk into a miniature fairy dwelling scene. 

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Jake Johnson and Damon Wayans Jr. are getting the band back together.

The New Girl co-stars will reunite to star in and executive produce a new Hulu comedy pilot inspired by The Cable Guy, the 1996 Jim Carrey cult classic. The timing is fitting: the pilot order lands on the movie's 30th anniversary.

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A 'New Girl' Reunion

Both actors appeared in the original pilot of New Girl, the Fox comedy from Liz Meriwether. Damon Wayans Jr. had to drop out early when his series Happy Endings was unexpectedly renewed, so producers introduced a new character, played by Lamorne Morris, in Episode 2. Wayans Jr. returned in Season 3 and became a regular in Season 4, while Jake Johnson stayed for all seven seasons.

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What the New Show Is About

The untitled pilot gives the 1996 premise a streaming-age makeover. Johnson plays Chip Douglas, an old-school cable technician who reconnects with a childhood friend, Steven Stephens (Wayans Jr.), when Steven calls to turn his cable back on. Their bond gives each man something he has been missing, until Chip's enthusiasm curdles into obsession. The show explores "the darkly absurd side of modern-day male friendship."

It comes from writers Rob Rosell (It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia) and the Cobra Kai duo Joe Piarulli and Luan Thomas, who are honoring the film rather than remaking it. The original, directed by Ben Stiller, was a modest box-office performer that grew into a cult hit.

For longtime New Girl fans, a reunion with a Cable Guy twist is a very welcome surprise.

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Music legend Neil Diamond was left with heartfelt emotions after watchingSteven Spielberg's sci-fi epic, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial. It led the pop icon to immediately write a track that would be a hit on the charts, be considered a catchy love ballad, and land in legal troubles.

In 1982, Spielberg released the science fiction film, with Diamond, Carol Bayer Sager, and her then-husband, Burt Bacharach, attending a screening. So enamored by the character of E.T. and the concept of an alien arriving on Earth, they developed the track "Heartlight" while in the couple's apartment.

According to American Songwriter, Diamond explained, "We wanted to express how all of us felt about the little alien who suddenly appears in a strange world."

He added that he wanted to create a music statement that everyone had felt "very sincerely." Worried about what younger audiences might think of "Heartlight," Diamond actually played the song for his young son, Jessie, who approved it.

As E.T. became a box-office juggernaut, bringing in over $797 million versus its $10.5 million budget, Diamond's track also gained chart success. "Heartlight" landed at No. 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and No. 1 on the Adult Contemporary Tracks chart. The love song would actually be Diamond's last top 10 hit on Billboard.

While "Heartlight" became known as a worthwhile love ballad, it ran into some legal troubles after the film's immense popularity. According to Rolling Stone, People released an article about MCA/Universal filing 25 lawsuits, with over 260 cases attached, of illegally cashing in on the Spielberg film.

Their main concern was a company creating counterfeit dolls in the likeness of E.T. and illegal bootleg videotapes of the film. As a result, they also went after Diamond and "Heartlight." While the song never actually mentions the character or specifics of the film, its title and certain lyrics allude to key scenes. Diamond would settle the matter out of court by paying $25,000.

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In 1971, The Allman Brothers Band released a 13-minute instrumental that would become one of the most influential pieces in Southern rock history.

"In Memory of Elizabeth Reed" showcased the band's extraordinary musicianship and improvisational chemistry, helping establish the group as one of the premier live acts of its era.

More than 50 years later, it remains a favorite among classic rock fans and a staple of countless road trip playlists.

The song first appeared in its 7-minute studio form on the band's landmark album Idlewild South in 1970, but its reputation grew even larger through the group's legendary live performances.

Written by guitarist Dickey Betts, the composition blended jazz influences, Latin rhythms, blues improvisation and rock energy into something entirely unique.

"I'd written the melody and the very basic chords and brought it to the band," Betts shared in a 1981 interview. "We played it for a week or so before we taped it or anything, just seeing what we could do with the tune."

Despite its title, the song was not actually written as a memorial.

Betts later revealed that "Elizabeth Reed" was inspired by a woman he knew and that he borrowed the name from a headstone he noticed in a cemetery near Macon, Georgia. The title helped disguise the real-life inspiration behind the composition.

What truly set the song apart, however, was its musical ambition.

Rather than relying on vocals, the track allowed the band's instrumentalists to tell the story. The interplay between Betts and Duane Allman became one of the song's defining features, while the rhythm section provided a fluid foundation for extended improvisation.

"Duane and I used to have a little wine and we'd sit and talk about how screwed up it is that every good band you get together, the guitar players start getting jealous of each other and start trying to hotdog out each other and ruin the whole thing," Betts said in a 2024 interview. "Duane and I had an understanding, like an old soul kind of understanding, of let’s play together. And then I wrote 'Elizabeth Reed,' and instead of Duane being jealous of it, he said, 'That is the greatest thing, man.'"

The composition reached its fullest expression on the legendary live album At Fillmore East, released in 1971. That version, which is 13 minutes long, is widely regarded as one of the greatest live recordings in rock history and helped introduce the song to a much broader audience.

Although "In Memory of Elizabeth Reed" was never a conventional radio hit, it became one of the band's signature pieces and a cornerstone of the emerging jam-band tradition.

Its influence can still be heard in generations of musicians who embraced long-form improvisation and genre-blending arrangements.

For listeners, the song's expansive structure and sense of musical journey have made it particularly well suited for long drives. The track unfolds gradually, rewarding attentive listening while perfectly complementing hours spent on the open road.

More than five decades after its release, "In Memory of Elizabeth Reed" remains one of the defining achievements of The Allman Brothers Band, a timeless road trip anthem that proved an instrumental composition could be every bit as powerful as a traditional rock song.

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One phenomenon that has occurred since the inception of Dancing with the Stars is that some of the professional dancers who are regulars on the series have become as popular as their celebrity partners. Think Julianne Hough, Derek Hough, Jenna Johnson, Val Chmerkovskiy, Maks Chmerkovskiy, Mark Ballas, Cheryl Burke, Sharna Burgess, and the list goes on.

To cash in on the growing interest in the dancers, Dancing with the Stars is growing the franchise with a new spinoff, Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro.

The spinoff series will feature 12 up-and-coming professional dancers who will live in a house together and compete in a grueling audition process. The winner will land a coveted spot as a pro dancer on the next season of Dancing With the Stars.

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Here’s everything we know so far:

When will Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro be released?

With the prize being a spot as a pro dancer on the next season of DWTS, the spinoff will premiere on Monday, July 13 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on ABC with episodes available the next day on Hulu.

How will I be able to watch Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro?

The show will air on ABC and then stream the next day on Hulu.

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Who will host Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro?

Season 34 DWTS winner Robert Irwin will host the series.

Who will judge Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro? Mark Ballas, Shirley Ballas

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Mark Ballas, who has won Dancing With the Stars three times, is someone who is being considered as is his mother, Shirley Ballas, who is known as “The Queen of Latin.” In fact, Shirley, who has served as the head judge on BBC One’s Strictly Come Dancing since 2017, would lend the judging panel the same acumen that Len Goodman provided to Dancing with the Stars.

Mark and Shirley will be joined by a rotating lineup of returning pros who will serve as mentors and guest judges.

Is there a trailer for Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro?How long has Dancing with the Stars been on TV?

Dancing with the Stars premiered June 1, 2005, recently celebrating its 20th anniversary!

Dancing With the Stars: The Next Pro will be produced by BBC Studios.

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