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Academy-Award winning actress Julie Andrews, 91, has dazzled audiences on the stage and screen for nearly 80 years.

The Daily Mail reported that Andrews was recently paparazzied in the Hamptons, the area she resides in, close to her 63-year-old daughter, Emma Walton Hamilton.

The photos showed the retired actress sitting in a car, wearing a lavender raincoat, sunglasses, and a white baseball hat, which covered her signature short hair.

Julie Andrews Shared Insight Into the Start of Her Career

Andrews starred in beloved and acclaimed films like The Sound of Music (1965), Mary Poppins (1964), and The Princess Diaries (2001).

In a 2022 interview with Vanity Fair, Andrews explained that her “career began at quite a young age.” She noted that her “school closed because of the war, World War II, and [her] mother and [her] stepfather for some crazy reason decided to give [her] some singing lessons.”

Andrews then explained that her mother, Barbara Ward Morris, and stepfather, Ted Andrews, were in the vaudeville business.

“My stepdad was in vaudeville, and my mother was a pianist. And she played the piano for him, and they had an act, toured all over England,” said Andrews in the 2022 interview.

She said that once her mother and stepfather discovered she “had a kind of freaky adult larynx and could sing all kinds of coloratura songs,” she was invited to be “part of their act” around the age of 10. She said that the press took interest in her when she was 12 because it was unusual for a child to have “such a freaky four octave voice.”

Andrews noted that she soon starred “in a London production of Cinderella.” She explained that “some American producers came over to London” to see “a very popular show called The Boyfriend.” According to Andrews, her friend implored the producers to watch her performance in Cinderella.

“So they came to see the show, came backstage and met, and asked if I’d like to go to Broadway in America, which was one of the great pieces of serendipity in my life,” said Andrews while speaking to Vanity Fair.

She was then asked to star as Eliza Doolittle in My Fair Lady.

“And then I guess my career took off from there,” concluded Andrews.

After four attempts to sell their home in Pacific Palisades, Chris Pratt and his wife, Katherine Schwarzenegger, have listed their home again. This time, it’s worth $19.99 million, $12 million less than it was worth when it first hit the market in July 2023, where it was originally listed for $32 million.

The couple bought the property for $15.6 million and rebuilt it in 2018. The mansion is nearly 13,000 square feet and has six bedrooms, seven and a half baths, a movie theater, huge entertaining spaces, big balconies and a view of Los Angeles. Pacific Palisades is about 20 miles away from downtown Los Angeles.

In June 2024, the home was listed again for a lower price, but the couple took it off the market after welcoming a new child. The couple have three children together: Lyla, Eloise and Ford; but Pratt has a son with his ex-wife Anna Faris.

They re-listed it again in August 2026.

Katherine Schwarzenegger and Chris Pratt attend the world premiere of Netflix’s “The Electric State” at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood on February 24, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.

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Though the couple has not made public exactly why they are trying to sell their enormous home, it doesn’t seem like they are planning to downsize. Schwarzenegger and Pratt already started building a custom mansion in Brentwood, which is near Schwarzenegger’s mother, Maria Shriver. Just as they did with the Pacific Palisades estate, they demolished the existing residence and are starting over.

During the Palisades Fire, which took place in January 2025 and impacted Pacific Palisades heavily, Pratt revealed on Instagram that his house “is still standing.”

“By the grace of God, we have four walls and a roof,” the Guardians of the Galaxy actor shared to his fans. The Palisades Fire burned over 23,448 acres in the Santa Monica Mountains, destroyed 6,833 structures (mostly luxury homes and buildings), claimed 12 lives, and caused billions of dollars in property and financial damages. Many homes of fellow actors such as Anthony Hopkins, Billy Crystal, Mandy Moore, Paris Hilton, Jamie Lee Curtis, Diane Warren, Cary Elwes and more were impacted.

“It’s truly devastating, as you know, and yeah, the silver lining is my house was saved. But at the same time, so many people’s houses were burned around us, and the community is gone,” he said in the video. “It’s just wild, and we’re resilient and we trust in God and consider it all a blessing. Thanks for all your prayers and your support and your help. It’s been inspiring to see how our communities come together. And I’ll give you more updates, now that we’re kind of getting back into life.”

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While the Brentwood house is being built, Pratt and his family are living temporarily in a mansion that is owned by Katy Perry and her ex-partner, Orlando Bloom in Montecito, a city located in Santa Barbara County.

As of now, Pratt is starring in and executive producing Season 2 of The Terminal, which streams on Prime Video starting Wednesday. Meanwhile, Schwarzenegger hosts the BDA Baby podcast and serves as an animal welfare ambassador for ASPCA.

Katherine Schwarzenegger and Chris Pratt attend the Columbia Pictures World Premiere of “The Garfield Movie” at TCL Chinese Theatre on May 19, 2024 in Hollywood, California.

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With Avengers: Doomsday coming out this December, many Marvel fans were wondering if the 47-year-old actor would appear, but Pratt was left off official cast announcements and hinted that he sat this movie out.

“I don’t know! I think it was, like, far off,” Pratt joked with Collider. “They must have cut away from it. I don’t know what happened. I don’t know. It was there. I’m sure it was there.”

But, he confirmed in other interviews that Peter Quill/Star-Lord will come back soon.

“Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 was the last time you saw Star-Lord, and there was a promise that Star-Lord would return,” Pratt said on Jimmy Kimmel Live in February 2025. “All I can say is we will make good on that promise. I feel like there’s a Marvel sniper somewhere. I will say no more.”

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HGTV superstar Joanna Gaines touched the hearts of parents everywhere on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, when she shared a rare, radiant glimpse into her daughter Ella’s milestone 20th birthday celebration. While the proud mom of five marked the special day with stunning, monochromatic Instagram footage of cake and festive balloons, the emotional occasion also prompted her to revisit a deeply vulnerable parenting memory. Ahead of sending Ella off to college, the Magnolia lifestyle mogul admitted to experiencing a staggering wave of sudden, paralyzing mom guilt that completely consumed her.

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Reflecting candidly on Hoda Kotb’s Joy 101 podcast, the 48-year-old television icon confessed to crying intensely during a quiet airport car ride with her oldest daughter. Joanna revealed she felt completely crushed by the lingering worry that her intense dedication to growing a multi-million-dollar global design empire had stripped precious time away from her family. For months, she carried the private grief that she simply had not been present enough throughout Ella’s childhood. Looking for closure, she attempted to deliver a tearful, sweeping maternal apology right at the terminal gate.

However, Ella’s sharp, unexpected reaction completely flipped the script on Joanna’s internalized anxieties. Instead of accepting a tragic narrative of neglect, Ella grew visibly upset at the apology and firmly corrected her mother’s perception. In a stunning display of fierce independence, the teenager looked directly at her and snapped: “Mom, are you serious? All you’ve taught me is I can do anything and everything.”

This powerful declaration instantly dissolved years of heavy corporate mom guilt entirely. By refusing to let her mother feel inadequate, Ella proved that watching a hardworking woman build a massive legacy from the ground up wasn’t a tragedy—it was an invaluable, life-defining inspiration that shaped her into a confident young adult ready for the world. Ultimately, it reminds parents that children see our sacrifices as strength now.

Rachel Berry just can’t stay away from the spotlight!

That’s right! Lea Michele is returning for the Disney+ and Hulu reboot of “Glee,” in which she will reprise her role,” Variety reports.

“She’s in,” one source told the outlet.

“It’s still early-ish days, but it feels good and we’re happy to get the band back together,” another added.

The drama that unfolded throughout the halls of McKinley High School became a pop culture phenomenon from 2009 to 2015 on Fox. And the stories of each member of the glee club captured the hearts of everyone.

As for Michele, her character was an ambitious and talented singer who had a dream of being on Broadway. And she achieved that throughout the show’s storylines, with her relationship with the football player and glee club leader, Finn Hudson — played by Cory Monteith, who passed away in 2013 – also taking focus. For her performance as Rachel Berry, Michele was nominated for an Emmy and two Golden Globes.

“I’ve been in touch with around 10 of the original cast members,” creator Ryan Murphy said in an interview with Entertainment Tonight. “It’s very sweet, and they all had a lot of questions, but they all were very enthusiastic about the idea.”

As for Michele, she also gave a recent interview to E! News, addressing the possibility of a reboot.

“I love ‘Glee.’ I will always love ‘Glee.’ I love Ryan Murphy. It just holds such a special place in my heart for me,” she said. “I will follow Ryan wherever he goes.”

Along with Michele and Monteith, the original cast includes Matthew Morrison, Jane Lynch, Dianna Agron, Chris Colfer, Darren Criss, Amber Riley, Naya Rivera, Heather Morris, Kevin McHale, Jenna Ushkowitz, Harry Shum Jr., Chord Overstreet, Mark Salling, and more.

Colfer, who played Kurt Hummel, said he would consider coming back, but that it would be tough given the loss of Rivera, who played Santana Lopez.

“It was a really tough show to do, and it would be really hard to do it now that Naya [Rivera] is gone,” he told Bustle. “But I do know that Glee fans would probably come after me with pitchforks and jazz hands if I said no. So I don’t know, but hopefully I’ll have more information and I can actually think about it.”

Kerry Kennedy paid tribute to her niece, Kyle Kennedy, who died last month at the age of 42. Granddaughter of Robert F. Kennedy and Ethel Kennedy, Kyle passed away on Sept. 21 at her Massachusetts home, according to PEOPLE.

“Our family is heartbroken by the loss of my dear niece Kyle Francis Kennedy. A bright light and gentle spirit, Kyle was a committed educator and devoted mother to Conor and Declan,” Kerry wrote in an Instagram post.

“Our hearts are with her children, her mother Vicki, her brother Michael and sister Rory,” she continued. “Kyle was the daughter of my beloved late brother Michael and Vicki Gifford Kennedy. May she rest in eternal peace among the angels with her father and daughter Josephine. We love and miss you, Kyle.”

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A private funeral was held for Kyle. Her obituary said she passed away peacefully, but her official cause of death is under investigation.

Kyle dedicated her life to educating others and became a teacher at New York City public schools after graduating from college. She earned a bachelor’s degree in history from Georgetown and two master’s degrees from Pace University and the Harvard Graduate School of Education.

After suffering a spinal cord injury that left her paralyzed in 2020, Kyle became a fierce disability rights advocate. In June 2025, roughly a year before her passing, she appeared before the Massachusetts State Legislature to testify on discrimination against people with disabilities while receiving health care services, according to TODAY.

Kyle is survived by her sons, mother, brother, sister, and multiple nieces and nephews.

“Blessed with a formidable intellect, dry wit, and beauty, she will be remembered for her devotion to her children Conor, Josephine, and Declan, and her support for educational reform for disadvantaged children and for people living with disabilities,” Kennedy’s obituary stated.

Chris Pratt’s The Terminal List is back on Prime Video for Season 2, though anyone hoping for another season of James Reece’s story might have to wait for a longer period of time.

Season 2 takes the action thriller beyond the revenge mission that was the focus of the first edition and gives Reece a new challenge in the form of international espionage and a conspiracy linked to his family’s history. There’s loads more in Jack Carr’s hugely successful book series, so there’s clearly enough material for the streaming service to go on if they decide to continue the series.

As of writing this piece, Prime Video has not yet decided whether to renew The Terminal List for a Season 3.

Has ‘The Terminal List’ Been Renewed For Season 3?

Season 3 of The Terminal List has not been confirmed yet. The streaming platform has not announced whether the Chris Pratt series is going to return, and there is no official cancellation. So we’re still in the dark as to what happens with the show.

A show’s future is generally going to be determined by viewership and whether people keep watching it through the season. The performance of the newly released second season could therefore be a significant factor in Prime Video’s decision.

There are grounds for thinking the franchise could go on. The original series did a lot to establish James Reece as a key figure in a wider action thriller universe which has since been expanded with the prequel The Terminal List: Dark Wolf. That wider investment in the universe doesn’t necessarily mean we’ll get another season of the main series, though.

What Might Happen in Season 3?

If Prime Video goes ahead and orders another season, then Carr’s third James Reece novel Savage Son may well be the direction the series takes.

Reece is back in Montana recovering from brain surgery when he’s suddenly targeted by a Russian intelligence and organized crime outfit. Journalist Katie Buranek and Reece’s long-time friend Raife Hastings are both significant characters in the book.

That would make Savage Son a possible source for a third season (though Prime Video has not confirmed any such plans at all). The TV series could of course take some creative liberties with the novels as the franchise continues to build its own stories.

For now, any predictions as to what Season 3 will be about are purely speculative. There is no confirmed number of episodes, no production schedule, and no release date at all for a potential Season 3.

All episodes of The Terminal List Season 2 are available to stream on Prime Video.

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When it’s cold outside, a mug of hot chocolate sounds pretty good. Whether you’re warming up after an afternoon outside, settling in for a movie or just craving something sweet, it’s one drink that’s hard to turn down. Even instant hot chocolate mixes have their place, especially when you don’t feel like pulling out a saucepan.

But if you’ve ever ordered hot chocolate from a chocolate shop or café, you probably know how disappointing the homemade version can be by comparison. Maybe yours turns out too thin, too sweet or doesn’t taste nearly as chocolatey as you’d hoped. And even when you splurge on good ingredients, the results aren’t always what you expected.

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So, what are professional chefs doing differently? Is there a special ingredient worth buying, or does the secret have more to do with how everything comes together? And if you’ve ever had hot chocolate in France, you might also wonder how to recreate that rich, almost dessert-like experience at home.

We asked three chefs and chocolatiers to share their advice for making better hot chocolate, including what they use in their own kitchens and what they’d tell someone who’s never made it from scratch. And one ingredient in particular wasn’t something we’d ever thought to add. Read on to see their best hot chocolate tips.

Hot Cocoa vs. Hot Chocolate: The Difference That Changes Everything

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You might use the terms hot cocoa and hot chocolate interchangeably, but there’s actually a difference between the two.

“Hot cocoa is typically only made with cocoa powder and sugar, resulting in a very sweet, thin cup that lacks the depth of flavor and richness that real chocolate brings,” says René Bollier, a third-generation Swiss chocolatier and president and executive chef of André’s Confiserie Suisse.

As Bollier explains, hot chocolate uses melted chocolate instead of cocoa powder alone, and because real chocolate contains cocoa butter, it produces a thicker, creamier drink.

Romie Mangini-Fisher, executive pastry chef at Hill Top Hospitality, says, “Hot cocoa is the everyday drink; hot chocolate is closer to dessert, something you have once in a while.”

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The Chef Consensus: 3 Rules for a Velvety Base

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All three chefs agreed that a good cup of hot chocolate starts with getting a few basics right.

1. Start with good chocolate.

Katherine Duncan, owner and confectionista of Katherine Anne Confections in Chicago, recommends using real, high-quality chocolate, specifically “the same sort of chocolate you’d eat for a treat.”

And you don’t have to settle for just one type. “I like mixing up a deep milk chocolate with a bittersweet, 70-80 percent cacao bar,” Duncan says.

Mangini-Fisher prefers dark chocolate in the 60 percent to 70 percent cacao range. “It delivers a rich chocolate flavor while maintaining a smooth, balanced finish,” she explains.

Bollier also favors 60 percent dark chocolate.

So, if you’re standing in the chocolate aisle wondering which bar to grab, something around 60 percent cacao is a reasonable place to start.

2. Use whole milk (and a little cream).

You can make hot chocolate with different types of milk, but all three experts prefer whole milk, with a little cream for extra richness.

“Whole milk is my go-to for its fat content and mouthfeel, though a splash of cream makes it even more luxurious,” Mangini-Fisher says.

Duncan agrees, adding that “whole milk is great, and in our shop we also use a bit of cream!” There’s no need to go overboard with the cream either, especially if you’re already using a generous amount of chocolate.

Bollier recommends adding a touch of whipping cream as well.

3. Keep the heat gentle.

It might be tempting to turn up the stove when you’re craving hot chocolate, but Mangini-Fisher advises against boiling it.

“Gentle heat preserves the chocolate’s flavor and texture while allowing the emulsion to remain smooth and glossy,” she says.

Bollier recommends heating the milk to about 180°F to help the chocolate melt and incorporate evenly. That’s below boiling, so you can get the milk hot without bringing it to a rolling boil.

Surprising Tip #1: The Flavor Enhancers You’re Skipping

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You probably already have a few ingredients in your kitchen that could make your hot chocolate taste better. According to the chefs we spoke with, one of the easiest additions is a pinch of salt.

“Always add a pinch of salt. Not that that’s unexpected advice, but it’s often missing!” Duncan says. “The drink will taste flat or boring without it.”

Mangini-Fisher agrees. “Salt suppresses bitterness, enhances sweetness and lets the nuanced flavors of the chocolate come through,” she says. She also recommends a little espresso to bring out chocolate’s roasted notes without making the drink taste like coffee.

And Bollier has a suggestion you might not expect: salted brown butter.

“Salted brown butter changes the complexity of your cup, giving it a rich nuttiness and intensifies all the flavors through the addition of salt,” he explains.

If you’ve ever browned butter for cookies, you know how much flavor it develops as it cooks. That toasted, nutty taste can be a nice addition to dark chocolate, especially if you want something a little different from your usual mug.

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Surprising Tip #2: Infuse Your Milk Before Adding Chocolate

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You might already add cinnamon or vanilla to your hot chocolate, but have you ever tried steeping those ingredients in the milk first? It’s a simple way to flavor the milk before mixing in the chocolate.

Mangini-Fisher recommends vanilla bean, cinnamon or orange zest, depending on the chocolate you’re using. “I approach infusions as a way to build on a chocolate’s natural personality rather than mask it,” she explains. She particularly likes orange zest with dark chocolate because it can bring out the chocolate’s natural fruity notes.

Duncan has a few other suggestions. “It’s great infused with coffee or tea. You can infuse cinnamon sticks in there too,” she says.

Bollier recommends fresh mint. “This makes the cup scream holiday candy canes on top of pure chocolate decadence,” he says. Warming a few mint leaves in the milk gives it a minty flavor without needing peppermint syrup or extract.

To try it yourself, gently heat the milk with your chosen ingredient, let it steep for about 10 to 15 minutes, then strain before adding the chocolate.

How to Fix Watery or Clumpy Hot Chocolate

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If your homemade hot chocolate turns out thin or lumpy, you might be using too much milk or not getting the temperature quite right.

“If the fat-to-liquid ratio is off, or if the chocolate is added when the liquid is too hot or too cold, the mixture can separate, resulting in a thin, watery texture or small chocolate lumps,” Mangini-Fisher says.

To prevent clumps, Duncan recommends starting with just enough warm milk to make a thick mixture, similar to pancake batter. Whisk until smooth before gradually adding the remaining milk.

If your hot chocolate is already watery or separated, Mangini-Fisher suggests blending it again and adjusting the amount of chocolate or milk. A milk frother works for individual servings, while an immersion blender is better for larger batches.

Chef-Approved Parisian Hot Chocolate Recipe

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If you’ve ever had hot chocolate in Paris, you might remember how thick and rich it was. Known as chocolat chaud, French-style hot chocolate is made with real chocolate, and it has a consistency that’s closer to a drinkable ganache than the hot cocoa most of us grew up with.

Mangini-Fisher shares her recipe for making it at home using dark chocolate, whole milk and a little heavy cream. The trick is to add the warm milk gradually and whisk everything together until smooth.

Ingredients

• 500 grams whole milk (about 2 cups)
• 100 grams heavy cream (about ⅖ cup)
• 180 grams dark chocolate (60% to 70% cacao), finely chopped (about 6.3 ounces)
• Pinch of fine sea salt

Instructions

1. Heat the milk and cream in a saucepan over medium-low heat until steaming, but don’t let them boil.
2. Place the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Pour a small amount of the warm milk mixture over the chocolate, and stir until it forms a smooth ganache.
3. Gradually add the remaining milk mixture, whisking until everything is fully combined.
4. Add the sea salt and briefly blend with an immersion blender for an extra-smooth texture.
5. If needed, return the hot chocolate to the saucepan over low heat until warmed through. Pour into mugs and serve.

For a quicker version, Duncan recommends melting chocolate with cream in the microwave, then whisking in hot milk until you reach your preferred consistency. Bollier also recommends a little brown sugar for a Parisian-style cup.

Final Thoughts

Of course, there’s still a time and place for instant hot cocoa, especially on nights when you just want something warm without making a mess in the kitchen. But the next time you’re in the mood for something a little more indulgent, it might be worth leaving the packets in the pantry and making homemade hot chocolate instead.

Sources:

• René Bollier is a third-generation Swiss chocolatier and the president and executive chef of André’s Confiserie Suisse, a family-owned chocolatier and confectionery business.

• Katherine Duncan is the owner and confectionista of Katherine Anne Confections, a Chicago-based confectionery shop specializing in handmade chocolates, truffles, caramels and drinking chocolate.

• Romie Mangini-Fisher is the executive pastry chef at Hill Top Hospitality and former lead chocolatier at Montage Deer Valley, with a professional background in pastry arts and chocolate making.

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The fan-favorite McRib is making its way back to select McDonald’s locations.

The popular fast-food item was first introduced in 1981 around the Kansas City area, making its nationwide debut in 1982. The seasonal item is known for its boneless pork patty, smothered in BBQ sauce, topped with sliced onions and dill pickles, all served on a toasted bun.

Over the years, the McRib has found a cult following, as it is only available at certain times of the year.

So far this year, there hasn’t been an official announcement from McDonald’s, but online sleuths and several publications have seemingly discovered where and when the sandwich will be released. Last year, the McRib returned Nov. 11, so the next few weeks seem to follow the previous pattern.

This fall, the McRib is reportedly returning to locations in Pennsylvania. According to Erie News Now, McDonald’s is working with Pennsylvania’s agricultural industry, sourcing around 20 million pounds of pork from the state each year. The publication added that the item will be available for purchase starting October 26.

According to The National Provisioner, the McRib will be offered in Michigan on Oct. 26, 2026, for a limited time only.

Additionally, mcriblocator.com claimed that the sandwich will be available in Central America. The McRib is currently available in Guatemala, with the country’s McDonald’s Instagram promoting the item. The website added that the McRib typically arrives in Honduras and El Salvador after its debut in the region.

The sandwich has returned as a limited-time offering many times in the US before being permanently discontinued in 2005. This wasn’t the McRib’s end; it was featured nationwide in 2020 before departing on a “farewell tour” in 2022. In recent years, it’s returned in select cities nationwide.

Ana Huang has a knack for writing romances that are difficult to put down. Her books are filled with powerful billionaires, complicated relationships, fiercely independent heroines and the kind of romantic tension that keeps readers turning pages well past bedtime. And thanks to a growing cast of interconnected characters, finishing one novel often makes you want to pick up another.

The bestselling author gained a devoted following through her Twisted series, beginning with Twisted Love in 2021. Since then, she’s expanded her fictional universe with the billionaire romances of Kings of Sin and the soccer-centered Gods of the Game series. Her earlier If Love books offer a somewhat different flavor, but they’re part of the same larger world.

With multiple series, recurring characters and new releases arriving regularly, it’s understandable that readers might wonder where to begin. Fortunately, Huang makes it relatively easy: Her series can be enjoyed independently, even though longtime fans will recognize plenty of familiar faces.

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How many books has Ana Huang written?

As of October 2026, Ana Huang has published 17 novels, including 16 books across four major romance series and an earlier standalone novel, All I’ve Never Wanted, originally published in 2013.

Her four principal series are If Love, Twisted, Kings of Sin and Gods of the Game. Her latest published novel is King of Gluttony, released April 28, 2026, while her next book, The Keeper, is scheduled for October 27, 2026.

According to Huang, her books share a fictional universe, although each series can be enjoyed independently.

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Every Ana Huang Book in Publication Order

The following list follows the books’ original publication dates rather than later reissues or traditionally published editions. While this is the order Huang’s novels were released, it’s not necessarily the order she recommends reading them.

According to her official reading-order guide, readers can start with any of her major series, but should follow the books in order within each series.

1. All I’ve Never Wanted (2013)

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Huang’s early standalone romance follows Maya Lindberg and Roman Fiori, two wealthy high school students whose complicated relationship unfolds against a backdrop of privilege, rivalry and family expectations.

Originally published in 2013, the book predates Huang’s better-known interconnected romance series and has a distinctly different feel from her later novels.

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2. If We Ever Meet Again (2020)

The first If Love novel introduces Farrah Lin and Blake Ryan, two American students studying abroad in Shanghai. Their attraction develops amid new friendships, cultural experiences and the uncertainties of young adulthood. The story begins a two-book romance centered on the same couple.

3. If the Sun Never Sets (2020)

Farrah and Blake’s story continues several years after the events of If We Ever Meet Again. Now living in New York, they encounter each other again, bringing unresolved feelings and painful memories to the surface. This second-chance romance should be read after the first book.

4. If Love Had a Price (2020)

The third If Love novel follows Kris Carrera and Nate Reynolds, whose relationship begins with an arrangement involving Kris’s wealthy father and an attempt to interfere in his romantic life. Unlike the first two books, this installment focuses on a new couple.

5. If We Were Perfect (2020)

The final If Love novel centers on Olivia Tang and Sammy Yu, two ambitious characters whose professional lives and romantic feelings become increasingly difficult to separate. Their story concludes Huang’s first major romance series.

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6. Twisted Love (2021)

The novel that helped make Huang a romance sensation introduces Alex Volkov, a wealthy, emotionally guarded businessman, and Ava Chen, the younger sister of his best friend. Their relationship begins when Alex agrees to look after Ava, but the arrangement becomes complicated by long-held secrets and an attraction neither can ignore.

7. Twisted Games (2021)

The second Twisted novel follows Princess Bridget von Ascheberg and Rhys Larsen, the bodyguard assigned to protect her.

Their forbidden romance becomes increasingly complicated as Bridget faces royal responsibilities and expectations that threaten their future together.

8. Twisted Hate (2022)

Josh Chen and Jules Ambrose have spent years getting on each other’s nerves. When circumstances bring them closer, their antagonistic relationship develops into something neither expected. This enemies-to-lovers romance features characters introduced in the earlier Twisted novels.

9. Twisted Lies (2022)

The final Twisted installment centers on Christian Harper, a wealthy security expert with a carefully controlled public image, and Stella Alonso, a social media influencer trying to advance her career. Their fake relationship gradually becomes real, even as Christian’s secrets threaten their growing connection.

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10. King of Wrath (2022)

Huang launched the Kings of Sin series with Dante Russo, a billionaire CEO who finds himself trapped in an arranged engagement to jewelry heiress Vivian Lau. Neither wants the marriage, but their increasingly complicated feelings make the arrangement difficult to escape.

11. King of Pride (2023)

Reserved billionaire Kai Young and free-spirited bartender Isabella Valencia couldn’t be more different. Their attraction threatens Kai’s carefully structured life, particularly as he competes for a prestigious professional position.

12. King of Greed (2023)

Dominic Davenport has built an extraordinary business empire, but his relentless ambition has damaged his marriage to Alessandra. When she decides to leave, Dominic must confront the consequences of putting success ahead of their relationship.

13. King of Sloth (2024)

Carefree billionaire Xavier Castillo has little interest in meeting other people’s expectations, while his publicist, Sloane Kensington, thrives on organization and control. Their professional relationship takes a romantic turn in this opposites-attract installment.

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14. The Striker (2024)

Huang launched her Gods of the Game series with professional soccer star Asher Donovan and former ballerina Scarlett DuBois. When Asher is required to work with Scarlett during the offseason, their complicated history and mutual attraction create plenty of tension. The novel introduces a sports-romance setting centered on English Premier League football.

15. King of Envy (2025)

The fifth Kings of Sin novel follows Vuk Markovic, a powerful billionaire who has long harbored feelings for Ayana Kidane, a supermodel engaged to another man. As Ayana’s wedding approaches, secrets and conflicting loyalties threaten to unravel the lives they’ve carefully constructed.

16. The Defender (2025)

The second Gods of the Game novel follows Vincent DuBois, captain of Blackcastle Football Club, and Brooklyn Armstrong, a sports nutritionist who happens to be his coach’s daughter. When they unexpectedly become roommates, their uneasy relationship develops into something much more personal.

Published October 28, 2025, the novel continues the interconnected world introduced in The Striker.

17. King of Gluttony (2026)

The sixth Kings of Sin novel centers on Sebastian Laurent, heir to a culinary empire, and Maya Singh, a successful marketing executive who has been his rival since childhood. When circumstances force them to work together, their competitive relationship takes an unexpected romantic turn.

Published April 28, 2026, the book features rivals-to-lovers and forced-proximity themes. It is Huang’s most recent published novel and the sixth installment in the Kings of Sin series.

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What is Ana Huang’s newest book?

Ana Huang’s newest published novel is King of Gluttony, released April 28, 2026. It is the sixth installment in the Kings of Sin series and follows Sebastian Laurent and Maya Singh, childhood rivals whose professional competition brings them unexpectedly close.

The next scheduled release is The Keeper, the third book in the Gods of the Game series, arriving October 27, 2026. Huang has described it as a single-father romance, a relationship dynamic she hadn’t previously explored in her novels.

What Ana Huang books are coming out next?

Two novels have announced publication dates.

The Keeper (October 27, 2026) is the third installment in Gods of the Game, continuing Huang’s interconnected sports-romance series about professional soccer players.

King of Lust (April 27, 2027) is planned as the seventh and final installment in the Kings of Sin series. It will complete the sequence of billionaire romances inspired by the seven deadly sins.

What is the best order to read Ana Huang’s books?

Although Ana Huang’s books share an interconnected universe, the best approach is to read each series in order rather than follow the overall publication timeline.

Huang explains in her official reading-order guide that readers can begin with any of her major series. However, reading the installments within a series in sequence helps preserve character introductions, developing relationships and occasional spoilers.

For example, readers can start with Twisted Love and work through all four Twisted novels before moving on to Kings of Sin. Alternatively, they can begin with King of Wrath or The Striker without having read Huang’s earlier books.

The first two If Love novels are especially important to read together because If We Ever Meet Again and If the Sun Never Sets tell one continuous story about Farrah Lin and Blake Ryan.

For readers who want to follow Huang’s interconnected world from its beginnings, the publication-order list above remains a useful guide. But if you’re primarily interested in one particular series, there’s no need to jump between books simply to follow their original release dates.

What order should you read the Twisted and Kings of Sin series?

For readers interested primarily in Huang’s two most popular billionaire and suspense-tinged romance series, the simplest approach is to read Twisted first, followed by Kings of Sin.

Start with Twisted Love, Twisted Games, Twisted Hate and Twisted Lies. Then continue with King of Wrath, King of Pride, King of Greed, King of Sloth, King of Envy and King of Gluttony. The forthcoming King of Lust will complete that second sequence.

This order preserves the original introduction of recurring characters and makes their later appearances more rewarding. Readers who prefer sports romances can also begin with The Striker without first completing either series.

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Stephen King has officially unveiled his choice for the best horror novel of 2026, and fans are understandably rushing to get their hands on the King of Horror’s pick.

Writing on X, the legendary author of such horror hits as It and The Shining named Sarah Langan’s recently published psychological horror novel, Trad Wife, as “the best horror novel” of the year.

“TRAD WIFE, Sarah Langan: The best horror novel of 2026. Hands down,” King succinctly wrote.

Arriving on bookshelves on September 29, Trad Wife acts as a harrowing page-turner that leans heavily into psychological horror, focusing on modern themes related to social media.

“Every day, millions watch Mia Wright, the ‘trad wife’ queen, on her idyllic three-hundred-acre farm,” the book’s publisher wrote of the book’s plot. “With her handsome husband, seven well-behaved children, and a life of from-scratch meals and pastoral bliss, she’s an icon of modern femininity. But behind every perfect image is a secret. And in this case, the secret is a horror.”

“Desperate to save her tarnished career, journalist Jenny Kaplan arrives at Black Swan Farm to profile Mia. Jenny is ready to write a scathing exposé, determined to expose the deception behind Mia’s curated life. But soon, Jenny has more to contend with than staged videos and camera-ready poses. There’s something wrong at the farmhouse. Something slithers through Jenny’s dreams, and at night, the children sing strange nursery rhymes,” the publisher continues.

“She’s losing time. She’s losing her hair. She starts to worry that she’s losing her mind,” the description continues. “There is a horror at the heart of Black Swan, and it’s waiting just for Jenny. Trad Wife will make you question what’s real and what’s just a perfectly curated deception…”

Reacting to King’s praise on X, Langan shared her own heartfelt appreciation for the author’s kind words.

“I’m stunned and grateful and a little bit convinced I fell into a different dimension. THANK YOU,” Langan wrote. “My work has long been informed by and in response to yours — I’m still learning from every novel you write. I’m so happy!”

Charli D’Amelio is setting the record straight about rumors that her parents mishandled her money after her rise to fame on TikTok.

The 22-year-old social media star addressed the allegations for the first time in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, pushing back against claims that her parents, Marc and Heidi D’Amelio, took money from her accounts.

Asked directly whether the rumors about her parents mishandling her finances were true, Charli replied, “No, they’re not true. I wouldn’t say that they stole my money.”

She then added, “I think we did a lot of things as a family.”

The comments mark Charli’s most direct response yet to speculation about a reported rift between her and her family, which intensified earlier this year after allegations circulated online about money from her earnings.

According to People, a post shared by celebrity gossip account DeuxMoi in May claimed Charli had discovered millions of dollars being transferred out of accounts established while her parents managed her online career. The claims have not been substantiated.

Marc previously denied the allegations in the comments of the DeuxMoi post, writing, “This is not true. We love Charli but she is being manipulated and I have the receipts.”

The rumors gained further attention after social media users noticed that Charli and her parents no longer followed one another on Instagram.

Charli also addressed her relationship with her older sister, Dixie D’Amelio, during the interview, making clear that their bond remains important to her despite any difficulties.

“I mean, that’s my sister. I’m going to love her till the day I die,” Charli said. “But there are times where you’re figuring stuff out.”

The family speculation has also coincided with changes in Charli’s business relationships. In June, People reported that she had cut ties with Be Happy Snacks, the family’s popcorn brand, while her parents remained involved with the business.

Charli previously hinted at behind-the-scenes tensions during an appearance on Quenlin Blackwell’s YouTube series Feeding Starving Celebrities in September. 

When asked how much she had earned from some of her merchandise, she replied, “Ain’t that the question,” before adding, “Wouldn’t I like to know.”

After a cliffhanger ending of The Terminal List Season 1, fans have been waiting to see how the story moves forward for James Reece. If fans think Reece had several enemies to take care of in the first season, Season 2 of the Prime Video series sees James Reece coming back with even more enemies to face, as he works to expose a dangerous conspiracy and has to deal with a serious issue concerning his future: will he survive his illness?

The finale of the Prime Video thriller ties together a number of storylines, but it also leaves some big questions unresolved.

Although Reece makes headway in his struggle against those who carried out the violence, the ending shows that his biggest challenge might not be overcoming another enemy. Here is a summary of what takes place in the finale of The Terminal List Season 2 and what it means for Reece, Katie Buranek, and the next stage of the story.

Does James Reece’s Tumor Vanish in ‘The Terminal List’ Season 2 Finale?

In season two, Reece has to cope with his worsening health as he works to halt a terrorist campaign headed by Amin al-Nawaz. Having spent months on the run, he finally agrees to cooperate with the CIA on the condition that he is granted a presidential pardon. As a result of his mission, he meets up again with his usual allies and also has to deal with new threats, among them a conspiracy involving the CIA agent Jules Landry, the Russian businessman Vasili Andrenov, and the mysterious Colonel.

By the end of the series, Reece has survived yet another dangerous mission, but his physical condition is still uncertain. The season concludes with him getting ready for an MRI scan, leaving the viewers without a clear idea of whether his brain tumor has gone away or whether it still poses a threat to his life.

Tom Hopper (Raife Hastings), Chris Pratt (James Reece) in ‘The Terminal List’ Season 2 (Photo Credit: Marni Grossman/Prime)

The fact that there is uncertainty is significant since Reece’s illness has had a major impact on his journey; in season one, his fear of dying before avenging his family drove him to pursue those responsible with great determination, but now it seems that he has discovered a reason for continuing beyond revenge.

The ending places less emphasis on the medical result and instead highlights the way Reece’s point of view has changed. The things he has gone through make him realize that there are still people he needs to protect and other soldiers whose sacrifices are important. Instead of letting the possibility of dying determine all his decisions, he starts to come to terms with the fact that his future is still uncertain.

The television ending doesn’t confirm that the tumor is gone; even though the novel True Believer, the season being based on that book, gives a more definite answer to that medical issue, the viewers have to wait for the series to show what has become of Reece.

What Happens to Oliver Grey and the Colonel?

Although Reece is making progress in his fight against the conspiracy, the greater danger is by no means ended. It is discovered that Vasili Andrenov is working in association with Oliver Grey, a man believed to be a journalist and who is linked to the terrorist campaign, and the elusive Colonel.

In the end, Reece kills Vasili when they come into confrontation, driving an axe into his heart after Vasili makes some remarks about Reece’s past, which provoke him. The implications of this decision go beyond the immediate triumph; although capturing Vasili alive would have given the CIA a chance to obtain valuable intelligence, Reece decides instead to carry out a personal act of revenge.

This situation shows that Reece is still facing difficulties. Even though he has started to move past the rage which once characterized him, he is still capable of being provoked into making decisions that undermine the mission. The fact that his enemy can take advantage of this weakness is still a major issue.

The Colonel is still out there; the shadowy figure has been carrying on a secret struggle against the CIA for decades, and the conclusion indicates that his schemes go well beyond the attacks which have already been uncovered.

Oliver Grey too avoids getting drawn into the main event of the season; a mysterious message on his phone shows that he has yet another job, thereby preparing for a future clash with Reece.

Their connection is especially important since both men are able to act quietly and strike with precision; Reece’s personal history having now become linked to the wider conspiracy, their rivalry might become even more complicated.

Is Katie Alive? Will Her Book Be Published?

Katie Buranek’s storyline also has a hopeful turn. Having gone through a terrifying experience at the beginning of the season, she now survives and is in the process of recovering. At the same time, she keeps on working on her book about Reece, determined to tell his story at a time when a large part of the world sees him as an enemy.

The title of the book is James Reece: Our True Believer; even though the final episode does not depict it being published, the way the story ends implies that Katie plans to provide readers with a more comprehensive understanding of the man responsible for the violence.

Constance Wu (Katie Buranek) in a still from ‘The Terminal List’ Season 2 (Photo Credit: Marni Grossman/Prime)

Her point of view is important since Reece is frequently ruthless, even though he thinks he is acting for the right reasons. The account given by Katie provides a chance to examine the contradictions in his character instead of portraying him simply as a hero or a villain.

Reece is finally given the opportunity to move on without being promised an easy future; his illness is still not settled, Oliver and the Colonel continue to be a threat, and his fight for vengeance is by no means over. However, he is starting to realize that to survive means more than just staying alive, since it also involves deciding what he wants to live for.

The Terminal List Season 2 is available for streaming on Prime Video.

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Leave it to Dolly Parton to continue to make our lives brighter in every way. The legendary singer was never one to shy away from joyful expressions of color and whimsy, and that’s truer than ever with just a glance at her eponymous brand’s holiday collection. The stainless steel Dolly Parton Holly Dolly Christmas Tumbler brings a little dose of daily happiness to your routine with its cute and merry design.

The insulated stainless steel cup is just $29 at Amazon and available in your choice of three colors, including a sleek brushed steel version, an inky black, and a crisp white. All are emblazoned with “Holly Dolly Christmas” spelled out in the formation of a green, silver, and red holiday tree. An array of seasonal motifs adds a little extra cheer to the cup, including sparkling stars, snowmen, and snowflakes.

Dolly Parton Holly Dolly Christmas Tumbler, $29 at Amazon

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That sparkle is what makes the tumbler so very Dolly in every way. The glittery finish adds a little dazzle to the design, with a delicate star topping the “tree” and the icon’s famous butterfly symbol perched just under it. Shimmering snowflakes form the tree’s trunk, while Dolly’s signature accents the base with a flourish.

Measuring 20 ounces, this tumbler is as functional as it is festive. It’s double-wall insulated, so it should keep your drinks at your preferred hot or cold temperature for hours. The snug lid snaps right on and stays put, with a clear slider for easy sipping and a convenient leak-proof design so you can take it on the go. It’s safe to put in the dishwasher, too!

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With the holiday season just around the corner, this is a great opportunity to get some early shopping out of the way — and at this price, you could snap up a few for Dolly fans in your life or anyone looking for a special way to honor the philanthropist this year. Add a package of their favorite tea, coffee, or hot chocolate, and you’ve got the perfect gift.

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A Pacific walrus calf named Annautaq is settling in to his new home at SeaWorld Orlando after being discovered alone on a remote Northern Alaskan beach and rehabilitated.

The tale of Annautaq’s rescue begins with wildlife research intern Violet Anniskett, a local community member, and U.S. Geological Survey scientist Tony Fischbach, who discovered the calf on a remote Alaskan beach after a walrus herd had departed during a heavy surf. The orphaned calf was found hiding between the older remains of two adult walruses, and was being targeted by scavenging birds and unlikely to survive without intervention.

Wildlife research intern Violet Anniskett comforts Annautaq, an orphaned Pacific walrus calf found on a remote Alaska beach.

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Anniskett and Fischbach cared for the walrus for several days, until he was able to be flown to the Alaska SeaLife Center in Seward with help from community members and wildlife officials. Knowing the calf would remain in the care of humans, Anniskett named him Annautaq (pronounced ah-now-tuk), meaning “axe” in Inuit, in honor of her father’s Iñupiaq name.

SeaWorld sent animal care and veterinary staff experienced in caring for walruses to Alaska to help the SeaLife Center team prepare Annautaq for his 4,000-mile journey to Florida. Annautaq responded well to rehabilitation, but the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service determined he could not be re-released into the wild.

Annautaq, an orphaned Pacific walrus rescued from a remote Alaska beach, traveled approximately 4,000 miles to his new home at SeaWorld Orlando.

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In a press release, SeaWorld Orlando explained that “Pacific walruses rely solely on their mothers’ milk for nutrition throughout their first year of life and depend on their mother for protection and the development of essential survival and social behaviors.”

“Experts from across the walrus care community worked together to evaluate Annautaq’s long-term needs and determine which home would be best for his future,” the release reads. “His placement at SeaWorld Orlando was guided by his long-term care and social needs, including the opportunity to grow up alongside other walruses.”

Annautaq, a 5-month-old rescued Pacific walrus, explores his new surroundings at SeaWorld Orlando as an animal care specialist prepares to feed him.

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At SeaWorld Orlando, Annautaq, who weighs approximately 220 pounds, receives round-the-clock care, including six bottle feedings per day using a specialized high-fat milk formula that mimics the rich fat content of walrus milk. And, because human caregivers can’t provide the calf with the herd socialization he needs, Annautaq will join SeaWorld Orlando’s walrus herd, which includes Uki, 2, Kaboodle, 23, and Garfield, 44, once he completes a 30-day quarantine.

“At this young age, Annautaq needs more than nutrition and veterinary care. He also needs close contact and companionship, which our expert team is providing around the clock,” said Jim Kinsler, curator at SeaWorld Orlando. “As he settles in, we’ll make introductions to Garfield, Kaboodle and Uki at his pace. Kaboodle’s experience caring for rescued calves and the opportunity to connect with 2-year-old Uki, herself a rescued walrus, make this herd a promising setting for him to learn, build relationships and grow.”

The underground alternative music scene was hit with a devastating shock on October 20, 2026, when Douglas Dulgarian, the brilliant mastermind and lead singer of Philadelphia shoegaze pioneers They Are Gutting a Body of Water (TAGABOW), publicly announced his cancer diagnosis. He made this announcement through a post on the band’s Instagram page. The tragic news arrived with agonizing irony on the exact same day (October 16th) that the band dropped their highly anticipated, massive 29-song mixtape project, Kool Faith / Loosies II.

Instead of celebrating a landmark creative triumph, Dulgarian was forced to abruptly cancel TAGABOW’s upcoming North American fall tour to immediately prepare for intensive medical treatments. As a fiercely independent, anti-corporate artist who spent years building a thriving local DIY community entirely from scratch, Dulgarian famously avoided mainstream commercial music politics. He poured his life into his record label, Julia’s War, launching early releases for generation-defining indie icons like Wednesday and MJ Lenderman before securing a major roster slot at ATO Records alongside global multi-platinum giants like Alabama Shakes.

Faced with overwhelming medical expenses, an emergency GoFundMe campaign was quietly launched to secure funding for Dulgarian’s survival. What happened next completely stunned the independent music world. Within hours of the tragic midnight diagnosis becoming public, a massive, grassroots army of over 1,300 devoted fans, musicians, and local organizers completely shattered the initial $60,000 financial goal.

The overwhelming, rapid response proved exactly how deeply respected Dulgarian is within the subculture he helped protect. While the road ahead involves a heavy, grueling physical battle against a terrifying illness, the immediate, multi-thousand-dollar financial triumph serves as a beautiful silver lining. The underground scene proved that it takes care of its own, transforming a moment of profound personal despair into an unforgettable testament to community solidarity. Fans are encouraged to keep contributing as Dulgarian shifts focus toward his life-saving recovery.

“RN” is a tiny abbreviation with a very specific sense of timing. Add it to a message, and you’re usually talking about what is happening at this exact moment, whether you’re describing what you’re doing, how you’re feeling or what you need from someone.

That makes “RN” especially useful in quick conversations, where typing out a full phrase can feel unnecessary. But the abbreviation has other meanings outside texting, so the context in which you encounter it can change what it stands for. Here’s everything you need to know.

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What Does ‘RN’ Mean in Texting?

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In texting and online conversations, “RN” usually means “right now.” It’s an informal abbreviation used to refer to the present moment or emphasize that something is happening immediately.

For example, “I’m busy RN” means “I’m busy right now,” while “Can you talk RN?” means “Can you talk right now?”

“RN” is commonly used in texts, direct messages, comments and other casual online conversations.

Dictionary.com and Merriam-Webster have entries for “RN,” but neither currently lists “right now” as a definition. Instead, they list other meanings, including “registered nurse.”

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What Does ‘RN’ Stand For?

“RN” stands for “right now.” It’s simply a shortened version of the two-word phrase. The abbreviation doesn’t change the basic meaning; it makes the message quicker and more casual.

You might see:

• “What are you doing RN?”
• “I can’t talk RN.”
• “I’m watching a movie RN.”
• “I need help RN.”
• “Are you free RN?”

In each case, “RN” refers to the present moment.

How Is ‘RN’ Used in a Text?

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“RN” can fit into several kinds of messages. Someone might use it to describe what they’re doing, express a current feeling or ask for something immediately.

For example:

• “I’m tired RN.” — The person is tired at the moment.
• “I’m at work RN.” — The person is currently at work.
• “Can you call me RN?” — The person is asking for a call immediately.
• “Not RN.” — The person means “not right now.”

The abbreviation can therefore be neutral or add urgency, depending on the rest of the sentence.

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Does ‘RN’ Always Mean ‘Right Now’?

No. “RN” also has established meanings outside texting. One of the most common is “registered nurse,” particularly in healthcare and professional contexts. Dictionary.com lists “registered nurse” as a definition of “R.N.” and also includes other regional meanings.

The surrounding words usually make the intended meaning clear.

For example, “I can’t talk RN” is likely using the texting meaning, while “She works as an RN” refers to a registered nurse.

Is ‘RN’ the Same as ‘Right Now’?

Yes, when “RN” is being used as texting shorthand.

“Right now” is the full phrase, while “RN” is the abbreviated version. The main difference is tone: “RN” is informal and more commonly associated with casual digital communication.

Compare:

“I’ll call you right now.”

“I’ll call you RN.”

Both communicate the same basic idea, but the second has the shorthand style associated with texting.

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Can ‘RN’ Make a Text Sound Urgent?

It can. “RN” emphasizes the present moment, so it can make a request sound more immediate.

For example, “Can you help me?” doesn’t specify when help is needed. “Can you help me RN?” makes clear that the person wants help right away.

But “RN” doesn’t automatically make every message urgent. In “I’m watching TV RN,” it simply provides a current update. The tone comes from the full sentence.

Is ‘RN’ Flirty?

“RN” isn’t necessarily flirty. It simply means “right now” when used as texting slang.

It can appear in a flirtatious conversation, though. A message such as “Wish you were here RN” has a romantic tone because of the words surrounding the abbreviation, not because “RN” has a special romantic meaning.

Likewise, “What are you doing RN?” could be completely casual or could be part of a conversation between people who are interested in each other. The relationship and surrounding messages provide that context.

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What’s the Difference Between ‘RN’ and ‘ATM’?

Both “RN” and “ATM” can refer to the present, but they aren’t exact substitutes in every sentence. “RN” means “right now,” while “ATM” commonly means “at the moment” in texting.

For example: “I’m busy RN.” Or: “I’m busy ATM.”

Both mean that the person is currently busy. “RN” tends to put more emphasis on the immediate present, while “ATM” can sound slightly more like a general description of the current situation.

Can You Use ‘RN’ on Snapchat and Social Media?

Yes. “RN” is common across informal digital communication, including texts, direct messages, social media posts and comments.

It can be used in a caption to describe a current mood or situation, such as “Me RN,” meaning “Me right now.” It can also appear in a direct message, such as “What are you doing RN?”

The same basic meaning applies across these platforms: “right now.”

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Is ‘RN’ Formal or Informal?

“RN” meaning “right now” is informal texting shorthand. It’s appropriate for casual conversations, social media and other relaxed digital communication.

For professional emails, academic writing or other formal communication, writing “right now” is generally clearer and more appropriate.

What Are Some Examples of ‘RN’ in Texts?

Here are a few common ways “RN” can appear in a conversation:

• “I’m driving RN.” — I’m driving right now.
• “What are you watching RN?” — What are you watching right now?
• “I can’t talk RN.” — I can’t talk right now.
• “I’m so hungry RN.” — I’m very hungry right now.
• “Come over RN.” — Come over right now.
• “Not RN, maybe later.” — Not right now, maybe later.
• “Me RN.” — This represents me right now, often as a caption for a photo, GIF or meme.

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What Does ‘Me RN’ Mean?

“Me rn” means “me right now.” It’s commonly used as a caption or response to describe how someone is feeling, what they’re doing or how they relate to a particular situation at that moment.

For example, someone might post a funny picture with the caption “Me rn” to say that the image accurately represents their current mood or situation. In a text conversation, “Me rn” can similarly be used as a quick response to show that something describes the sender’s current state.

What Does ‘RN’ Slang Mean on TikTok?

On TikTok, “RN” usually means “right now.” It’s used in captions, comments and videos to describe what someone is currently doing, feeling or experiencing.

For example, a TikTok caption saying “Me RN” means “Me right now” and usually signals that the video, image or joke reflects the person’s current mood or situation. Similarly, a comment like “I need this RN” means “I need this right now.”

The meaning is generally the same on TikTok as it is in texting and other social media conversations.

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What Does ‘RN’ Mean in Gen Z?

“RN” is frequently used by Gen Z to mean “right now.” This texting and social media abbreviation is quite popular among other generations, too.

Does ‘RN’ Mean ‘Real Name’?

In online gaming circles and internet chat rooms, “RN” can occasionally stand for “real name” when someone asks about a user’s offline identity rather than their screen handle. However, this usage is far less frequent than “right now” or “registered nurse.”

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Hilary Duff is bringing holiday cheer to fans this year. The singer announced a new holiday EP, Holiday Things, more than two decades after releasing her first holiday album, Santa Claus Lane.

The five-song project is set to arrive Friday, October 23 and features a mix of three original songs and two holiday favorites.

According to Rolling Stone, Holiday Things original tracks include, “I Guess it’s Christmas,” “All You Want for Christmas Is Me,” and “I Want (A Few Small Things).” Duff also rerecorded George Michael’s “Last Christmas” and “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas.”

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“I guess Christmas came early … Holiday Things is yours this Friday 10.23,” Duff captioned an Instagram post announcing the news.

Not even an hour into sharing, more than 800 fans jumped into the comment section.

“A NEW HILARY DUFF CHRISTMAS ALBUM MERRY CHRISTMAS TO MEEEEE!!!!!!!!” one user wrote.

Another added, “I used to love watching Disney channel around Christmas time just to hear your song down Santa Claus lane.”

Earlier this week, Duff marked the anniversary of her original Christmas album, teasing fans about what was to come.

“I remember last Christmas Eve …” she wrote. “Today Santa Claus Lane turns 24 and it has me reminiscing on all the fun we’ve had around the holidays together over the years … ✨♥️ let’s do it again this year?”

The EP follows Duff’s musical comeback earlier this year with luck… or something, her first studio album in more than a decade. Released in February, the record marked a new chapter for the singer, whose catalog includes early-2000s hits such as “So Yesterday” and “Come Clean.”

Your signature fashion color, based on the astrological traits associated with your birth month, is a fun way to explore shades that reflect your personality and style.

Color psychology is a well-established field that explores the interplay of shades, fashion, and how they influence our perception of one another and the world around us. According to Very Well Mind, research suggests that color can be used strategically to support focus, performance, consumer choices, and even therapeutic approaches.

From bold reds to calming blues, the colors we gravitate toward can help us express different sides of ourselves. Astrology offers a playful framework for finding a signature shade that feels true to you.

Your Signature Fashion Color, Based on Birth Month

Check for your birth month.

January: Classic Black

January-borns carry a sophisticated edge. Born under disciplined Capricorn or fixed Aquarius, this birth month keeps their eye on the prize. With such a powerful aura, you feel empowered in a classy, classic black look. For you, fashion is timeless and must be functional as you pursue your higher ideals and goals on the go.

February: Electric Purple

People born in February are full of whimsy, wonder, and innovative hope. Whether you’re a daydreamer Aquarius or healer Pisces, February-borns carry an ethereal vibe. Electric purple perfectly matches your ability to stand out in any crowd.

March: Seafoam Green

If you’ve met someone born in March, you know they carry a soft magnetism. In astrology, this birth month falls under the sensitive sign of Pisces or the passionate sign of Aries. Therefore, their perfect fashionable color match captures their otherworldly imagination. Seafoam green mirrors their reach for the transcendent.

April: Cherry Red

This shade has a fiery, bold edge, like the spunky April-born. These individuals are known for their trailblazing qualities. After all, they carry the energy of a determined Aries or a pragmatic Taurus. Those born in April are unwavering in their aims, much like cherry red demands respectful admiration.

May: Sage Green

With a gentle spirit, May babies wish others no harm. Born under sensual Taurus or chatty Gemini, this birth month exudes warmth, charm, and nurturance. Sage green mirrors their open heart and comforting presence.

June: Buttercream

As clever Geminis or sentimental Cancers, those born in June carry buttercream’s sweet allure. They can be entertaining yet soft, silly yet down-to-earth. This fashionable shade matches everything, mirroring their flexible yet often grounding personality.

READ: The Nature-Inspired Color Palette That Matches Your Birth Month

July: Sky Blue

Sky blue conveys hope, imagination, and clear-headed thinking. Those born in July fall under nurturing Cancer or heart-based Leo, finding emotional grounding in such a fashionable shade. This hue matches their infinite wonder, while also bringing harmonious healing to their fluctuating, big feelings.

August: Golden Yellow

August-borns are radiant as the sun. Associated with bold Leo or leader Virgo, they hold immense power within. With such confidence, they shine even brighter in golden yellow shades.

September: Chocolate Brown

If you were born in September, you’re likely to opt for utilitarian fashion. Chocolate brown conveys sensuality and warmth while maintaining a grounding aura. As a methodical Virgo or intellectual Libra, this shade amplifies your natural practicality.

October: Burgundy

Burgundy is a rich, mysterious hue that mirrors the allure of one born in October. As a charming Libra or deep Scorpio, you often pull others in with your personable, yet hard to pin down, energy.

November: Forest Green

Forest green is a color of exploration and revitalization, while reconnecting us with our roots. Those born in November are soulful Scorpios or philosophical Sagittariuses, always venturing into unexplored territory. Like this shade’s nature-based wonder, you don’t hesitate to explore every possibility.

December: Silver-blue

People who came into the world in December are intentional in their pursuit of knowledge, meaning, and success. Silver-blue has a similar cooling sensation, opening your senses up to new states of consciousness. This fashionable color suits you, whether you’re an explorative Sagittarius or an ambitious Capricorn.

While countless sports movies have found their way into the public spotlight, only one remain among the most universally acclaimed films of all time.

According to Rotten Tomatoes‘ list of the Top Sports Movies ever made, 1988’s Bull Durham was ranked the best-reviewed sports movies of all time.

Starring Kevin Costner, Susan Sarandon and Tim Robbins, Bull Durham follows a washed-up minor league baseball player who is brought in to mentor a talented if arrogant up-and-coming pitcher.

“It’s achieved such cultural significance in the nearly years since its release that it’s difficult to believe that during its theatrical run, Bull Durham was really only a minor hit,” Rotten Tomatoes wrote of the movie.

“Looking back, it’s hard to see why: here’s Kevin Costner at his funniest and most charismatic; Tim Robbins at his most primally befuddled; and Susan Sarandon at her most…well, primal,” the site continues. “Not only have various bits of Ron Shelton’s script lodged themselves permanently in the national psyche, but Bull Durham is widely credited with boosting attendance at minor-league baseball stadiums around the country. Like almost any movie, its individual parts can be criticized — but as with all the greats, the sum of those parts is exceedingly difficult to argue against.”

True to Rotten Tomatoes’ description, many critics reacted with a significantly positive upon Bull Durham‘s release.

“Bull Durham is a treasure of a movie because it knows so much about baseball and so little about love,” said Roger Ebert. “The movie is a completely unrealistic romantic fantasy, and in the real world the delicate little balancing act of these three people would crash into pieces. But this is a movie, and so we want to believe in love, and we want to believe that once in a while lovers can get a break from fate. That’s why the movie’s ending is so perfect. Not because it seems just right, but because it seems wildly impossible, and we want to believe it anyway.”

Although their business relationship might’ve fallen flat, Law Roach shared why there’s no bad blood when it comes to Keke Palmer.

During a recent interview on the Aspire with Emma Grede podcast, the stylist to the stars was asked to explain what happened between him and Palmer, and why he reportedly said he “deserved” to be fired by her.

“I couldn’t get it right,” Law said. “I couldn’t get it right, and for me, that wasn’t personal. I love Keke to death. It wasn’t personal; it was a business decision that she should’ve made. I couldn’t get the looks right. I couldn’t get the energy right.”

US actress Keke Palmer (R) and US fashion designer Law Roach (L) attend Time 100 Next gala in New York, October 25, 2022. (Photo by Kena BETANCUR / AFP) (Photo by KENA BETANCUR/AFP via Getty Images)

“She made a business decision to fire me,” Law continued. “I love what she said. She called me and said, ‘You may be the best stylist in the world, but you are not the best stylist for me.’ And I said, ‘Well, alright, Keke Palmer.'”

Grede commended the I Love Boosters star for being a person who truly knows themselves. They both agreed that Palmer knows exactly who she is and what she wants. Roach confessed that he just “couldn’t deliver.”

So, what was the assignment that made him lose her as a client? Roach was asked to dress a then-pregnant Palmer in a way that would conceal her growing baby bump, but still keep her dressed to the nines.

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“She was pregnant, and she was lying about being pregnant,” Law said. “And this lady had me putting her in all these clothes, hiding this baby bump, and everybody in the world knew she was pregnant. She didn’t want to tell anybody, which was her choice.”

“I couldn’t, because for me, I was like, ‘Oh, you’re pregnant. I want to dress the bump, and I want to do these things. I was excited about that, and I had stories to tell about that, and she didn’t want that, and she wouldn’t let me.”

“It was her experience. It was her decision to tell everybody that she was pregnant when she wanted to do it, and so I couldn’t get it right. I tell that story all the time with pride: that she made a great business decision…a great business decision.”

Roach and Palmer also worked together as judges on Season 3 of HBO Max’s ballroom competition series, Legendary. The season ran from May 19, 2022, to June 9, 2022. As the two didn’t always see eye-to-eye when it came to feedback for the contestants, they often showed they weren’t afraid to speak their minds to each other, despite their friendship.

So, the firing would’ve taken place between 2022 and 2023, because Palmer famously announced her pregnancy while making her Saturday Night Live hosting debut on Dec. 3, 2022. During her opening monologue, Palmer addressed the pregnancy rumors, then playfully opened her trench coat to reveal her baby belly.

The 33-year-old Hollywood entertainer welcomed her son, Leodis “Leo” Andrellton Jackson, on Feb. 25, 2023, with her ex-boyfriend Darius Jackson.

SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE — Keke Palmer, SZA Episode 1833 — Pictured: Host Keke Palmer during the Monologue on Saturday, December 3, 2022 — (Photo by: Will Heath/NBC via Getty Images)

Although Palmer didn’t last as a client, Roach has cemented his name as one of Hollywood’s most sought-after stylists. Widely known for being Zendaya’s stylist and advocate, the client list for the self-proclaimed “image architect” also includes Celine Dion, Kim Kardashian, Ariana Grande, Kerry Washington, Teyana Taylor, Megan Thee Stallion, Cardi B, Lewis Hamilton, and more.

To learn more about Law and his career, check out the full Aspire with Emma Grede podcast episode below.