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Dancing With the Stars fans were thrilled to see Kym Johnson-Herjavec in the ballroom again, this time as a guest judge for Dedication Night. The popular pro dancer took her place alongside veteran judges Bruno Tonioli, Carrie Ann Inaba and Derek Hough to critique Season 35 contestants on their most emotional dances to date.

As she did last season, Johnson-Herjavec, 50, delivered thoughtful commentary on the dances, prompting fans to say she should be brought back as a full-time judge.

Behind the scenes, Johnson had extra support.

In a video posted to Instagram, Johnson-Herjavec’s husband Robert Herjavec shared footage of their 8-year-old twins, Hudson and Haven, sneaking up behind their mom during a break. In the clip, the twins enter the judges’ area and hug their mom while also speaking to Tonioli.

“So proud of this woman @kymherjavec5678 on @dancingwiththestars #dwts – her biggest fans had to give her the biggest hugs “ Herjavec captioned the video. “I gave a 10 for judging – and lots of hugs!!” the Shark Tank alum added.

In another video, as Johnson-Herjavec was announced as a guest judge her kids could be heard calling “Mommy! Mommy!” The Australian dancer turned and waved at all of the fans in the audience, including a special wave to her kids sitting across the way. The camera then panned to her son Hudson who smiled widely from his seat.

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Robert Herjavec also shared a post expressing how proud he was of his wife for being called in as a guest judge on the ABC ballroom show.

“She’s done it all,” he wrote. “Danced, hosted, judged and won it 3 times! So proud of her.”

The couple met in 2015 when they were paired together when Herjavec was a contestant on Dancing With the Stars. After marrying in 2016, they welcomed Hudson and Haven in April 2018.

As they’ve gotten older, the Herjavec kids are starting to realize just how famous their parents are.

“They understand what Kym does because they love YouTube, like all kids,” Herjavec told People magazine in August. “And they’re starting to figure out what I do because of Shark Tank and it’s on all the time. But the cutest thing is last year in their class, they were supposed to tell the class what their parents do. And Hudson gets them in front of the class and says, ‘I want to play a video.’ And he played our first dance from Dancing with the Stars.”

“So they understand that Mom was a beautiful professional dancer,” he added.

Related: ‘DWTS’ Fans Say Val Chmerkovskiy’s ‘Fresh Prince’ Post Overshadowed Tatyana Ali’s James Avery Tribute

The wait for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie coming to Netflix is almost over. While you can still watch it on Peacock — and will be able to do so for a little while longer — it finally has an official Netflix release date.

Thanks to Universal Pictures and Netflix forming a deal, Universal animated movies eventually head to Netflix. And this isn’t a case of waiting years for the release to happen. There’s an initial run on Peacock, and then there’s a bigger run on Netflix, before the movies return to the NBCUniversal-owned streamer.

So, everyone knew that The Super Mario Bros. Movie sequel would eventually end up on Netflix, with the question being when it would happen. As The Super Mario Galaxy Movie headed to Peacock at the end of July, we knew it would likely be toward the beginning of December.

After spending 120 days in theaters, the Universal animated movies then head to Peacock for four months. Then they head to Netflix for 10 months. The Super Mario Galaxy Movie landed on Peacock on July 30, 2026, so the assumption was that Netflix would get it around Dec. 1, 2026.

There’s exciting news, as it’s coming a little earlier than expected. You’ll be able to watch it on Netflix as of Nov. 30, 2026. The last day to stream it on Peacock is Nov. 29.

Now, keep in mind that this is for a limited time. Universal animated movies get a 10-month window on the streaming giant, so the last day to stream is expected to be around Sept. 30, 2027. That’s plenty of time to watch with the kids, but it’s important to keep track, because you know they’ll want to rewatch it as many times as they can.

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie introduced Princess Rosalina, a princess from another galaxy who is beloved by her star children. When she’s abducted by a vengeful villain, Mario, Princess Peach, and their friends set off on a rescue mission, which also involves deactivating a weapon that will completely destroy the universe.

Chris Pratt, Anya Taylor-Joy, Charlie Day, and Jack Black returned to voice their characters, along with Keegan-Michael Key. They were joined by Donald Glover as Yoshi, Benny Safdie as Bowser Jr., and Brie Larson as Rosalina.

While The Super Mario Galaxy Movie was a huge commercial success, more than $1 billion from a $110 million budget, it gained mixed-to-negative reviews from the critics. It became the second-highest-grossing video game adaptation ever (behind its predecessor), but the critics’ reviews of the formulaic plot let it down. That being said, it’s a lot of fun for the kids, and it’s going to be a must-watch once it lands on Netflix.

Model and America’s Next Top Model winner Adrianne Curry spoke out against the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show for casting trans model Alex Consani and personality Kylie Jenner.

Curry scrutinized the annual lingerie fashion show during a YouTube live stream on Monday, Oct. 19. She claimed the brand chose celebrities and influencers over full-time models.

“They have no standards anymore and it’s a joke. Anyone can walk in it,” she said. “They turn down famous Victoria’s Secret models who f—ing look great to put a transgender person in there and a f—ing Kardashian.”

The Avon representative expressed disappointment at seeing trans models such as Consani on the runway.

“It would be one thing if the trans model looked like a f—ing ladyboy from, you know, Bangkok where you couldn’t tell at all and it’s the most beautiful f—ing woman you’ve ever seen in your life,” she continued. “That’s not what happened. Mid. I’m mid. I wasn’t good enough for Victoria’s Secret back in the day. I was not good enough.”

Curry claimed that the fashion show’s standards have gotten lower.

“The Victoria’s Secret pre-2008 meant something,” she said. “It meant that you were the cream of the crop. You were Naomi Campbell and Cindy Crawford in her prime. It’s like they just hire anyone to go up there now. There is nothing elite about it.”

She voiced frustration that Jenner doesn’t have “a model’s body.”

“That’s for the belle of the ball. That is for the top Victoria’s Secret angel. That is like winning homecoming queen. And they just give it to Jenner? Like, get the f— out of here. Victoria’s Secret is a joke,” Curry said.

The 2026 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show took place in Los Angeles on Sunday, October 18.

In 1971, the breakfast aisle got a whole lot spookier when General Mills took a bold chance on cereal monsters inspired by classic creature features.

Back in the early part of the decade, pouring a bowl of morning cereal got a whole lot more fun. When General Mills put a vampire and a Frankenstein-style creature on grocery store shelves, they were just trying out chocolate and marshmallow strawberry flavors, not expecting to build a cultural tradition.

But ’70s kids who grew up glued to Saturday morning cartoons fell in love with Count Chocula, Franken Berry right away. More than 50 years later, seeing those colorful boxes pop up in store aisles every autumn feels like stepping right back into childhood.

According to the General Mills official website, Count Chocula and Franken Berry were the “only chocolate and strawberry flavored cereals on the market.” The addition of tiny marshmallows added to their appeal.

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It took less than two years for the cereals to become two of the most popular in the company’s stable of breakfast foods. In 1973, General Mills added Boo Berry to their Monster lineup, creating the first blueberry-flavored cereal.

One year later, the mixed fruit flavor, Frute Brute, joined the group. It was retired in 1982. Finally, Yummy Mummy debuted in 1988 with a flavor that was similar to Frute Brute, but left store shelves five years later, in 1992. Carmela Creeper, introduced in 2023, has an apple flavor.

Although all the cereals catered to different tastes, they have one thing in common. The General Mills website shared that early in production, each flavor had the same cereal shape: a circle with a cross in its middle. By 1985, those shapes changed into ghosts, and they remain the same 41 years later.

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For kids growing up in the 1970s, eating a bowl of these sweet treats was an event. You’d pour the milk, watch it instantly transform into a thick chocolate stream, brilliant bright pink, or blue river, and race to scoop up those original crunch bits before they got soft.

Half the fun was digging down to the bottom of the cardboard box for prizes. At the same time, television viewers watched the fictional trio bicker on screen during Saturday morning commercial breaks.

For years, 1970s kids could grab a box of Count Chocula or Franken Berry any time of the year. But when General Mills decided to make the Monster Cereals seasonal in 2009, it turned an everyday breakfast option into an eagerly awaited Halloween ritual. Today, that limited fall window proves that some childhood memories only get sweeter with time.

Related: In 1900, Milton Hershey Sold His Caramel Company for $1 Million; Unable to Have Children, He Later Left His Chocolate Fortune to a School for Orphan Boys

Curb Your Enthusiasm might have had plenty of memorable storylines in the course of its run on HBO, one narrative that Ted Danson wasn’t necessarily a fan of was his in-show divorce to his wife, Mary Steenburgen.

In the new book, Emperor of Nothing: The Making of Larry David, the cast and crew of Curb Your Enthusiasm briefly touch upon a fictional storyline that saw David’s on-screen wife, Cheryl Hines, begins dating Danson after the latter’s divorce.

“What did stick was the idea that Cheryl should date someone who makes Larry miserable, which soon led to wondering if Cheryl should date someone whom Larry knew (as that would bother him more than any stranger),” shares author Blake J. Harris.

“Ted Danson! Yes! Let’s have Cheryl and Ted get together,” [writer Jeff] Schaffer concluded. “Because the beauty of Larry and Ted’s relationship was that they were friends who don’t seem to like each other very much! So, we felt like Ted dating Cheryl would just bother Larry so much.”

Unfortunately, the Curb storyline ended up having some real-world complications for Danson and Steenburgen, who of course continued their real-life marriage, even if viewers confused the storyline for reality.

“The internet lit up with people asking, ‘Are Ted and Mary getting a divorce?’” Danson said, according per Harris.

“We had friends who we’d had dinner with a month before who started asking us, ‘Is this true? Are you guys okay?’ [Even worse] is it did upset me, but, you know, I had to be lighthearted about it [when contacted for comment by the press, saying,] ‘Ah, you know, it’s all silly.’”

“Mary, however, opted for sarcasm over lightheartedness—with her favorite response being ‘Yeah! Right! We got divorced and decided to announce it on a sitcom!’” Harris shared.

Conversely, Danson said that he didn’t handle the situation nearly so gracefully.

“‘I almost didn’t forgive Larry for that,’ Ted says. ‘For real. I really was very upset . . . And you know what? [Even a decade after the fact,] I don’t know that I’ve forgiven him quite yet.’”

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Fall temperatures are nosediving and winds are getting more blustery by the day in many parts of the country. That means it’s coat season, making it a great time to pick up a cozy companion to help you brave the chill in style. With its blend of fashion and comfort, the Bernardo Hooded Puffer Jacket was made just for days like these.

Available in three colors in sizes extra small to XXL, the coat is an awesome deal at Nordstrom Rack. While it’s typically $180, it’s on sale for just $60 right now. At 66% off, it’s an excellent price for a warm and toasty coat that wards off the cold while adding a stylish touch to your autumn and winter wardrobes.

Bernardo Hooded Puffer Jacket, $60 (was $180) at Nordstrom Rack

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Choose from black, green, and brown, all detailed with a black two-way zipper and angled zipper pockets. Sleek and flattering, the waterproof jacket is made from 100% smooth polyester fabric and filled with polyester insulation to lock in warmth without the bulk. The effect is lightweight, yet very effective in protecting you from the elements. It’s got roomy pockets, too!

The tall collar and hood both play major roles in blocking wind, while the water-resistent exterior helps keep wet weather at bay. At 28.5 inches long, the jacket hits at a flattering mid-hip length. It’s versatile enough to layer over a longer top or a sweater, and it blends right in with anything from your workwear to your off-duty outfits. No need to worry about upkeep, either. This puffer is machine washable and safe to put in the dryer for easy care.

“The fit is amazing,” one shopper wrote. “It is so warm and cozy, and the puffer pattern is flattering. The hood is a nice bonus on rainy days!” 

Another person agreed. “It’s perfect for a snow day. Super warm, comfortable, and looks cute. It definitely keeps me warm!”

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There’s no time like the present to get set for cooler days on the horizon. Pick up the Bernardo Hooded Puffer Jacket for a sweet 66% off in your preferred size and color at Nordstrom Rack!

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Tina Louise, best known for her role as Ginger on Gilligan’s Island, is naturally stunning at 92 in a rare new photo.

The beloved Gilligan’s Island actress, 92, hit it big as Ginger, the movie star on the show, which was a fan favorite during its run from 1964 to 1967. With 98 episodes in the can, the series went down in history and is still played in reruns frequently. While Louise hasn’t hit TV screens since back in 1999, she’s occasionally spotted living her active life in New York City. A rare new photo of Louise just hit the Internet, and the beauty looks happy and healthy without a speck of makeup. We love to see her thriving!

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Tina Louise is an Active Volunteer

While Louise enjoys her privacy in her daily life, she gave a rare interview in a New York Times article last year. In the piece, Louise shared that after working for two decades with a literacy organization, she had moved on to serve as a reading tutor at the exact same school where she was a student during the seventh and eighth grades. She now hosts weekly reading sessions there with students to help them achieve their literacy goals.

“I love being in their presence for an hour. It’s better than vitamins,” she told the publication about her passion for volunteer work with the children. “I can’t get back what I went through, but outside of being with my family, doing this is my special thing.”

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Looking Back on Gilligan’s Island

While Louise has also written two children’s books and a memoir, Sunday, which chronicled her tough childhood, she’ll be most remembered by the public for her years on television. It’s fun to look back on her years on the classic sitcom that’s still a favorite of many. Here’s a fun video that explores five iconic Ginger moments that took place after that doomed three-hour tour.

Watch the fun video below!

Related: ‘Gilligan’s Island’ Star is 91 and Stunning on New York City Stroll

Whether you’re living with prediabetes or Type 2 diabetes, or trying to prevent these conditions, blood sugar management is crucial. Knowing common blood sugar mistakes can help you avoid them and live a healthier, happier life.

“Having chronically high blood sugar can damage blood vessels and nerves over time, increasing the risk of complications such as heart disease, stroke, circulation problems, foot problems, kidney damage and eye damage that can lead to vision loss,” Michelle Routhenstein, MS, RD, CDCES, CDN, a preventive cardiology dietitian and certified diabetes educator at EntirelyNourished.com, says.

Routhenstein adds that more severe cases of high blood sugar can contribute to nerve damage, poor circulation, foot ulcers and an increased risk of amputation.

“This is not meant to scare you, but rather to create awareness of why monitoring and managing blood sugar is so important with diabetes,” Routhenstein says. “Keeping blood sugar within your individualized target range can help reduce the risk of these complications and protect your long-term health.”

Of course, eating is also critical to your long-term health.

“Having diabetes does not eliminate the body’s need for energy, protein, vitamins, minerals, fiber, and carbohydrates,” Routhenstein adds. “These nutrients are essential for many of the body’s everyday functions, including proper blood vessel function, circulation, nerve health, energy production and cell signaling.”

Plus, Routhenstein notes that skipping or delaying meals can cause low blood sugar—and who wants to kiss their energy and good mood goodbye? Not you, we bet. So, do eat, but try not to make this big blood sugar mistake. Three diabetes educators explain below.

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The Biggest Blood Sugar Mistake People Make, 3 Diabetes Educators Agree

Diabetes educators agree that it’s best not to eat only carbohydrates at a meal or snack. Eating carbs by themselves can affect blood sugar, causing it to spike and crash quickly, hurting energy levels and putting you at a higher risk for Type 2 diabetes (if it’s a habit).

“Sugary drinks, juice, candy, refined white bread or white rice are digested more quickly and can cause blood sugar to rise faster, especially when eaten in larger amounts,” says Krisel (Maria) Quiambao, RN, a registered nurse and certified diabetes educator.

Anna Taylor, MS, RD, LD, CDCES, a registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator at Cleveland Clinic, dug deeper into what happens to your body and to your blood sugar when you eat only carbohydrates for a meal or snack.

“Honestly, a person probably will feel fine as they put down their fork,” Taylor explains. “They might not even feel particularly full, even if they had a lot of carbohydrates, since carbs aren’t particularly filling.”

After about 15 minutes, she says your blood sugar (AKA blood glucose) levels will start increasing rapidly because there’s no fiber or healthy fats to slow glucose delivery to the bloodstream. You may not notice anything is different. In fact, Taylor reports you may feel a little more satisfied and full as insulin is released into the bloodstream and enters hungry blood cells.

“But low-fiber carbs are the body’s fastest fuel source—rocket fuel, even,” Taylor points out. “So once your body has consumed that rocket fuel, you are going to find yourself hungry again sooner than you would be if you ate a ‘balanced meal’—one that has some lean protein, healthy fats and fiber-rich carbohydrates.”

Taylor explains that protein, fats and fiber-rich carbs digest and absorb more slowly than simple carbohydrates. You’ll stay fuller longer, release energy more gradually and slow down the rise and fall of blood sugar. As a result, Taylor says you’ll experience fewer blood sugar spikes and crashes, or “more rolling hills than mountain peaks and valleys.”

The effects of eating carbohydrates on their own are more pronounced in people with diabetes.

“With diabetes, the body may not make enough insulin or may not use insulin effectively, so it can be harder for the body to bring blood sugar back down,” Routhenstein says. “As a result, blood sugar may stay elevated for longer. Pairing carbohydrates with protein, fiber and healthy fats can help slow digestion and may lead to a more gradual rise in blood sugar.”

Related: The ‘Healthy’ Drink That’s Secretly Destroying Your Energy, According To Registered Dietitians

Other Ways Eating Too Many Low-Fiber Carbs Can Affect Your Body

Yes, eating carbohydrates on their own can increase your risk of Type 2 diabetes (or make it harder to manage the condition). However, you might notice some more immediate unpleasant effects. Taylor says that if you eat too many simple (low-fiber) carbohydrates, especially on their own, you may feel:

• Very hungry
• Very thirsty
• Like you have to pee more often
• Tired
• Headaches

“These symptoms typically resolve as your blood sugar normalizes, whether from simply the passing of time or from diabetes medication that helps bring your blood sugar back down to a healthy range,” Taylor says.

Certified diabetes educators also stress that you still need carbs, whether you have diabetes or are worried about developing it.

Quiambao suggests prioritizing carbs that have more fiber and undergo less processing, such as:

• Beans
• Lentils
• Chickpeas
• Oats
• Barley
• Whole-grain breads
• Whole fruits

Related: Here’s Exactly What Happens to Your Blood Sugar When You Eat Peanut Butter

What to Pair With Carbs, According to a Cleveland Clinic Diabetes Educator

Taylor reports that the human body needs three types of fuel: carbs are the fastest, but they’re only one type. Fat is actually the slowest fuel, and your body also needs protein. She says it’s best to avoid eating low-fiber carbs by themselves, especially if you have diabetes.

“Instead, choose fiber-rich carbohydrates and pair them with lean protein and healthy fats or at least one or the other,” Taylor says. “This will lead to a slower release of glucose into the bloodstream and a less abrupt rise and fall in blood sugar, keeping you fuller longer, sustaining energy levels and yes, leading to better control of blood glucose levels.”

Taylor shared what to pair with your carbs throughout the day (dessert included!):

• Breakfast: A whole-grain English muffin with an egg and tomato slices (instead of “white refined-grained English muffins with fat-free cream cheese and jam”)
• Lunch: A bowl of chicken chili (full of chicken, beans, vegetables, and spices), with 2 tablespoons of shredded cheese on top (instead of “green juice”)
• Snack: A small apple with a 1/2-tablespoon of peanut butter (instead of a cup of applesauce)
• Dinner: A cup of whole-wheat pasta with marinara sauce, 3 ounces of turkey meatballs and a side salad with oil-and-vinegar dressing (instead of two cups of white pasta with marinara, a breadstick and iceberg salad).
• Dessert: A frozen Greek yogurt bar (instead of sherbet)

Related: Strawberries vs. Bananas: Which Fruit Is Better for Blood Sugar? Registered Dietitians Explain

How Many Carbs Should You Eat at Once?

Routhenstein says that there isn’t a precise amount of carbs to eat at one time, whether or not you live with diabetes.

“If you have type 2 diabetes, 30 to 60 grams of carbohydrate per meal can be a helpful starting range, but your ideal amount may be higher or lower depending on your energy needs, activity, medications and how your blood sugar responds,” Routhenstein says.

She adds that mealtime insulin use can also affect your ideal intake.

“If you do not have diabetes, there is also no specific maximum amount of carbohydrate you need to stay below,” Routhenstein notes. “For many adults, a meal with 45 to 75 grams of carbohydrate can fit comfortably into a balanced eating pattern, but your needs may be different.”

TL;DR: Try not to fixate on a specific number.

“Look at the type and portion of carbohydrate, what you pair it with, your overall nutritional needs and how you feel and how your glucose responds to the meal,” Routhenstein says.

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Sources:

• Michelle Routhenstein, MS, RD, CDCES, CDN, a preventive cardiology dietitian and certified diabetes educator at EntirelyNourished.com
• Type 2 diabetes mellitus. Nature Reviews Disease Primers.
• Anna Taylor, MS, RD, LD, CDCES, a registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator at Cleveland Clinic
• Krisel (Maria) Quiambao, RN, a registered nurse and certified diabetes educator

Hair typing charts promise to simplify things, but then hand you a code that may not match your tresses. 3B hair is one of the most common labels people land on and one of the easiest to misread. If you treat 3B curls like loose waves, they can frizz. Load them up like tight coils, and they can fall flat.

The numbering system most people use comes from celebrity stylist Andre Walker, who developed it to classify his clients’ hair. NaturallyCurly later refined it into nine texture types with input from its readers.

The chart has its critics. Curl specialist Shakera Kemp has said that strand size matters more than where you land on the scale and suggested skipping the chart altogether. Still, a rough sense of your category can keep you from buying products that were never going to work for you.

What sets 3B curls apart starts beneath the scalp, long before a strand reaches daylight. That structure explains why these ringlets tend to run dry and why a few everyday habits, including some that feel gentle, do more harm than people expect. Most of the fixes cost nothing.

Expect some experimentation along the way. Finding the right routine for curly hair often takes trial and error, so a product that disappoints isn’t a sign you’re doing something wrong, according to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD).

Here’s how to tell whether you have 3B hair, what’s behind its thirst for moisture and the routine dermatologists recommend for keeping it defined and healthy.

Related: Olivia Colman’s Long Silver Curls Offer Inspiration for Going Gray—Here’s How Stylists Recommend Making the Switch

What Is 3B Hair?

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Type 3 covers curly hair, and 3B sits squarely in the middle of the category. In NaturallyCurly’s version of the chart, 3B curls are springy, well-defined spirals with plenty of body, each roughly the circumference of a Sharpie marker.

How To Tell 3B Curls From 3A and 3C

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Here’s how the three curly types compare, using NaturallyCurly’s benchmarks:

• 3A: Loopy S-shaped curls about the width of sidewalk chalk
• 3B: Springy spirals about the width of a Sharpie
• 3C: Tight corkscrews about the width of a pencil or drinking straw that bounce back when pulled

If yours fall somewhere between two categories, shop for the pattern that covers most of your head.

Related: A Celebrity Hairstylist Is Begging Women Over 50 To Stop Asking for This 1 Thing

Why 3B Hair Runs Dry

In a 2005 study published in the British Journal of Dermatology, researchers dissected scalp follicles and found that curly hair grows from curved follicles with a bulb bent like a golf club, while straight hair grows from straight ones.

They concluded that curliness is programmed in the bulb itself. Later research has added nuance, but follicle shape remains the leading explanation for why hair grows curly or straight, ScienceAlert reports.

That spiral comes with a trade-off. Sebum, the scalp’s natural oil, travels down the hair shaft to protect it and add shine. Tightly curled hair doesn’t get coated as thoroughly as straight hair does, which leaves it drier, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Sharleen St. Surin-Lord has said.

Related: 2 Hair-Washing Mistakes That Can Make Thinning Hair Look Worse, Trichologist Says

Detangle Wet, Not Dry

Curly hair knots easily, and the American Academy of Dermatology’s advice for working out tangles comes down to one rule: Do it wet. Soak your hair, apply a leave-in conditioner and work through knots with your fingers, a wide-tooth comb or a brush made for curly hair, the AAD advises.

Timing helps, too. For thick, curly hair, the best moment to comb is in the shower before you rinse out your conditioner. Start at the ends and work your way up toward the roots to keep breakage to a minimum, according to the AAD.

Related: Why Your Hair Might Be Thinning on a GLP-1 Drug—and What To Do About It

A Dermatologist-Backed Routine for 3B Hair 1. Wash only when you need to

Washing curly hair too often can leave it dry, frizzy and hard to manage, according to the AAD. Thick, curly hair doesn’t need a daily or even weekly wash, though the organization recommends washing at least every two to three weeks for scalp health. Choose a moisturizing shampoo formulated for curly hair, and if your hair is long or thick, wash it in sections to cut down on tangling.

2. Condition from roots to ends

People with fine or straight hair can get away with conditioning just the ends. Dry or curly hair needs conditioner along its entire length, per the AAD. Deep conditioning is part of the routine pediatric dermatologist Dr. Brandi Kenner-Bell recommended for curly and coily hair. She also points out that the real challenge with curls is usually holding on to length rather than growing it, Dermatology Times reported.

3. Layer moisture with the LCO method

This popular stylist technique stacks products on soaking-wet hair: a liquid (a water-based leave-in), then a cream (a lightweight curl cream), then an oil (just a few drops to seal). If you want more hold, finish with a gel. It hasn’t been tested in clinical studies, so adjust the order or drop a step based on how your curls respond.

4. Blot instead of rubbing

Rubbing your hair with a towel to soak up water can rough up the cuticle and lead to more frizz. Gently squeeze or scrunch out water with a microfiber towel or an old cotton T-shirt, then air-dry or diffuse on low. Heat and the sun’s UV rays can both dry out curly hair, so a wide-brimmed hat is worth wearing on long days outside, the AAD notes.

5. Protect your curls overnight

Many people with textured hair wear silk bonnets to bed to help their hair stay hydrated, dermatologist Dr. Candrice Heath told Dermatology Times. Your pillowcase matters, too. Silk or satin lets curls glide instead. For longer hair, gather it loosely on top of your head with a silk scrunchie (the “pineapple” method) to keep ringlets from getting crushed.

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Sources:

• Thibaut, S., et al. “Human hair shape is programmed from the bulb.” British Journal of Dermatology, 2005
• American Academy of Dermatology, “6 Curly Hair Care Tips From Dermatologists” and “Tips for Healthy Hair“
• NaturallyCurly, “Find Your Texture Type“

Despite Michael being described as a biographical musical drama, the Golden Globes are saying “Beat It” to their category submission.

Michael was submitted as a comedy/musical, but the entry was denied by the awards committee. Gold Derby broke the news yesterday, and it was later confirmed by Variety. Golden Globes rules stipulate that “a musical can be a comedy or a drama in which songs are used in addition to spoken dialogue to further the plot,” and, unfortunately, according to sources, the committee felt the musical performances in the film didn’t meet the required criteria to be considered for the category.

US singer and dancer Jaafar Jackson attends the Los Angeles premiere of Lionsgate’s “Michael” at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, California on April 20, 2026. (Photo by VALERIE MACON / AFP via Getty Images)

Lionsgate has the opportunity to appeal the decision before the Oct. 31 deadline. If the appeal is denied, the biopic and its stars will be placed in the competitive drama categories.

After Ray and Walk the Line won big at the Golden Globes, rules for musicals changed in the early ’00s. In 2005, Jamie Foxx won “Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy” for his portrayal of Ray Charles in Ray. The following year, Walk the Line took home three Golden Globes, including the top prize for “Best Motion Picture — Musical or Comedy,” while Reese Witherspoon and Joaquin Phoenix won for “Best Actress” and “Best Actor.”

Now, music in a movie isn’t enough to qualify as musical. The music must advance the film’s narrative, which is why projects like Elvis, Bohemian Rhapsody, and A Complete Unknown were submitted as dramas.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – FEBRUARY 27: A view of the Golden Globe Trophy on display during the 78th Annual Golden Globe® Awards aired on February 28th, 2021 at The Rainbow Room on February 27, 2021 in New York City. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Hollywood Foreign Press Association)

Award show categories have famously left viewers questioning why certain TV shows or movies are in certain buckets, like the chatter The Bear causes online every time people see it in the comedy category. The supernatural thriller Obsession has already been submitted and accepted as a comedy for the upcoming Golden Globes.

So, we’ll see where Michael ends up. The movie became the first biopic in history to surpass $1 billion at the global box office, making it the highest-grossing biopic of all time. Jaafar Jackson, Michael’s real-life nephew, portrays the King of Pop in the majority of the film and has received much praise for his performance and likeness to the music legend.

The 84th annual Golden Globes are set to take place on Sunday, Jan. 10, 2027. With just 10 days left to submit a nomination, it’s safe to say this is going to be an interesting award season.

In 1964, five young musicians from Newcastle, England, walked into a London recording studio and emerged with the song that would make them international stars.

It didn’t take them hours to get it right. According to the Animals drummer John Steel, it took one take.

The song was “House of the Rising Sun,” the Animals’ haunting reworking of a traditional folk song that had been recorded by other artists long before Eric Burdon wrapped his unmistakable voice around it. More than six decades later, listeners clearly haven’t tired of hearing it.

As of October 2026, the Animals’ recording has racked up roughly 1.5 billion streams on Spotify alone. An official video of the song has attracted approximately 290 million additional views on YouTube.

It’s a staggering afterlife for a recording producer Mickie Most remembered taking only about 15 minutes to make.

“We only did one take,” Steel recalled of the session, according to The Independent. “We listened to it and Mickie said, ‘That’s it, it’s a single.'”

The Animals didn’t discover “House of the Rising Sun.” In fact, no one knows exactly who did.

The traditional folk song had circulated in various forms for decades before the Animals recorded it. Eric Burdon later recalled first hearing the song as a child on a recording by folk and blues singer Josh White.

By the early 1960s, the song had become part of the folk scene. Dave Van Ronk performed it in Greenwich Village, while Bob Dylan recorded a version for his 1962 debut album. The Animals found their way to the song while building a following around Newcastle.

According to music historian Fred Bronson’s “Billboard Book of Number One Hits,” the group added a “slow, bluesy” version of “House of the Rising Sun” to its live set while serving as an opening act on Chuck Berry’s U.K. tour.

The arrangement was unmistakable.

Hilton Valentine’s descending guitar arpeggio opens the record before Burdon’s anguished vocal enters, with Alan Price’s organ helping transform the old folk song into something that sounded entirely at home in the British Invasion.

Related: The Beatles Announce Massive New 100,000-Square-Foot Immersive Experience Opening in 2028

After producer Most signed the Animals, the band traveled to London’s Kingsway Studios to record it—and it came together in one take, according to Steel.

Most remembered the entire process taking about 15 minutes.

“Everything was in the right place,” the producer later said of the session.

There was another problem, though: “House of the Rising Sun” ran more than four minutes.

That was unusually long for a pop single in 1964, when radio stations generally favored much shorter records. But instead of cutting the song down, Most insisted on releasing it the way it was.

The gamble paid off spectacularly.

“House of the Rising Sun” reached No. 1 in the U.K. in July 1964. It then crossed the Atlantic and topped the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States, where it spent three weeks at No. 1 beginning Sept. 5.

It was the Animals’ only No. 1 single in both Britain and America.

Steel even recalled that when the Animals knocked the Beatles from the top in America, the Beatles sent the band a congratulatory telegram cheekily signed, “Congratulations from the Beatles (a group).”

The Animals would go on to score more enduring hits, including “Don’t Let Me Be Misunderstood,” “We Gotta Get Out of This Place” and “Don’t Bring Me Down.” They were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1994.

But nothing they recorded would eclipse the song that transformed them from a Newcastle band into international stars.

In 1964, “House of the Rising Sun” needed only minutes in a London studio to become a record. Sixty-two years later, listeners have pressed play more than 1.5 billion times on Spotify alone.

Related: 1962 No. 1 Hit, By a 24-Year-Old Singer, Was Banned for Being ‘Too Morbid’ for Halloween

After a recent hike in prices for park admission, The Most Magical Place on Earth is under renewed scrutiny from longtime fans of Walt Disney World.

According to The New York Post, Disney World has once again readjusted their prices for park entry, with a 1-Day Park Hopper pass potentially costing as much as $301 with additional fees and tax during peak weekends.

If that weren’t already hefty enough, standard single-park tickets have climbed over $200 during select dates, with various other Disney passes also seeing an increase of some kind.

Per The NY Post, Disney’s “Incred-Pass” saw an increase of $120, placing it now at a massive $1,749. As some fans might know, this pass is meant for non-state visitors and allows guests to maintain up to five theme park reservations at a time.

Similarly, the line-skipping “Lightning Lane” passes so treasure by fans have risen $50 to $499.

Unsurprisingly, the new surge in pricing has most fans utterly livid, with many chiming in with their thoughts on the new price hike on The New York Post‘s Instagram detailing the story.

“[This is] not what Walt Disney wanted,” one fan commented. “He wanted a magical place for ALL children.”

“Man, I hope they go bankrupt,” another user wrote. “Three hundred dollars for a single day is ABSOLUTELY ABSURD and not worth it.”

“Nah! I am good,” added another account. “Not worth it to me. You can visit other places for much less. That’s just tickets. Can you imagine food and gifts? They should just file bankruptcy at this point.”

As The Post shared, Disney is currently looking to alternative ways to roll out cost-saving measures for fans hoping to avoid the high price tag of admission. This includes using an AI chatbot on its site to help guests find dates that might be exponentially cheaper than other, more in-demand days inside the park.

Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes got married privately in Arkansas on Sept. 19, about a year after they announced their engagement.

Their exes were already engaged.

Andrew Shue, 59, Robach’s ex-husband, and Marilee Fiebig, 49, Holmes’ ex-wife, got engaged this past spring, after more than three years together. The Melrose Place alum shared the news in an interview on Wednesday, Oct. 21.

“I don’t know how it happened, but there’s a happy ending,” he said.

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“We’re very grateful and hopeful,” said Shue, who played Billy Campbell on the ’90s soap.

They Met Because of Their Exes

Robach and Holmes’ relationship made headlines in November 2022, when they were co-anchoring GMA3. Both couples were already separated by then, and both later divorced.

At the time, Fiebig’s divorce attorney said they were “disappointed by T.J.’s lack of discretion, respect and sensitivity toward Marilee,” and toward the daughter she shares with Holmes.

In the months that followed, Shue and Fiebig became friends. Then it turned into more.

“You don’t know how you meet the person who’s right for you,” Shue said. “It just happened.”

He called it “this kind of freak luck,” and said it was a way of “getting to know each other and being able to share ourselves with each other in a time where we both needed a friend.”

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‘A Lot of Humility’

Shue owned his part in his marriage ending.

“I had to accept my own part in marriage not working out for me,” he said, and he called what he learned from it “an extraordinary gift.”

“I had to grow through a lot of pain and a lot of struggle and a lot of humility,” he said. “I think the magic of love is when you go from a need to giving.”

What Else Shue’s Been Up To

Shue has three grown sons from his first marriage, to Jennifer Hageney. Fiebig, an immigration attorney, and Holmes share a daughter.

He’s spent the last few years on The Forum, a grassroots project that brings people from both parties together to weigh in on what lawmakers should work on. He calls it “a virtual town hall.” It’s running in New Hampshire, South Carolina and Nevada, and in May he went on New Hampshire radio with former state Senate President Kevin Smith to pitch the New Hampshire version.

He said his family is still the bigger project.

“The most important project is your family and building a foundation for your kids and creating a home and showing them a loving relationship they can see and experience,” he said.

They haven’t shared a wedding date.

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With the holiday season officially upon us, some of the year’s most magical weeks lie ahead. As you prepare to gather with loved ones, share meals and celebrate life together, now may be the perfect time to take stock of your seasonal essentials and see where a hosting tool or two might come in handy.

Fortunately, Sam’s Club is already well-prepared, getting ahead of Christmas with a beautiful two-piece set of Member’s Mark Holiday Icon Glass Serving Bowls. With a look similar to the summer-ready Icon Drinking Glasses, this $30 set elevates any holiday spread, serving as a whimsical vessel for holiday candies, snacks, festive decor and more.

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Available both in-store and online while supplies last, Member’s Mark Holiday Icon Glass Serving Bowls are a versatile addition to any kitchen. Retailing for just $29.96, the two-piece set comes in three festive styles, each capturing the essence of Christmas with vibrant colors and classic holiday accents.

Hand-blown from colored confetti glass, each piece has a unique look, complete with embedded designs that make every bowl one-of-a-kind. Choose from Candy Cane, Gingerbread and Snowflakes, or mix and match to create the ultimate Christmas set. The Candy Cane style features a white confetti pattern with embedded candy canes throughout, while Gingerbread comes in pink with cute little gingerbread men and Snowflakes in blue with charming white snowflakes.

Related: Costco’s 6-Piece Holiday Stoneware Set Is a ‘Steal’ for $9

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With a near five-star rating online, fans have wasted no time singing the praises of this beautiful holiday set. One shopper highlighted the bowls’ “good size” and “heavy weight,” noting that they’re perfect for passing side dishes around the Christmas table or displaying decorations around the house. “You’ll be passing these down to future generations,” they said. 

“I put flameless candles inside and it looked very cozy,” another fan shared, noting plans to use the bowls to display ornaments or seasonal fruit. They also praised the bowls’ shape for not tipping over.

“Trendy and beautiful,” a third shopper wrote. “They look great on my counter and I can’t wait to use them at Christmas parties!”

Whether you snatch up a set (or two) for your own kitchen or as a gift for a friend, you’ll be pleased by these bowls’ versatility and durable design. Fill them with popcorn, candies, fruit, desserts, party snacks and more, then watch as they transform your tablescape with a splash of color and festive charm. Just keep in mind they aren’t microwave- or oven-safe, and handwashing may be your best bet to keep them in good shape for the long haul.

Otherwise, don’t miss out on this beautiful hosting set. While you’re at it, keep an eye out for Sam’s Club’s Elegant Antique-Style Floor Mirror and 11-Piece Evergreen Club Modern Cookware Set for more ways to elevate your home for the holidays.

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Prince Harry has reflected on his last phone call with his late mother, Princess Diana, and what he wished he had said to her. In a recent interview with GQ, Harry said he thinks about her “almost every day.” He also thinks about the questions he would ask her and what life would be like if she were still alive.

“If I’d known it was the last call with her, how different that conversation would’ve been,” Harry said. “And I’m the one that has to live with that. And the fact that as a 12-year-old kid, all I wanted to do was go off and run and play with my cousins.”

“Sometimes there’s questions that I ask her, looking for some kind of response, and sometimes I do get a response,” he added.

Princess Diana smiles at the Royal Albert Hall in the United Kingdom in 1983, wearing a pale blue off-the-shoulder gown and pearl jewelry.

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Diana died on Aug. 31, 1997, after a car crash in Paris. She was 36 years old at the time, while Harry was only 12. The Duke of Sussex recently opened up about his grieving process to GQ, saying he hadn’t been able to cry in about 20 years. He has now described the grieving process as “better and harder.”

“Maybe I’ve spent too much time in California, but having done the work that I’ve done, there is a connection still with my mom that I really do feel her energy at certain times and certain parts of my life,” he said.

After spending decades suppressing his feelings, therapy has helped Harry grieve. He now hopes that sharing his story will help others who have also experienced loss.

“I continually get told by everybody from 90-year-olds down to nine-year-olds that the sharing part of my experience, sharing part of my story, has helped them,” Harry said. “And as long as that’s the case, then I’m always going to try and make it easier for other people. It doesn’t matter whether it’s one or a million.”

Lily Allen’s New Zealand fans have been left disappointed after the British pop star was forced to cancel her only scheduled performance in the country.

The “Smile” singer, 41, announced on Wednesday, October 21, that she would no longer be taking the stage in Auckland after coming down with a viral infection. Allen broke the news in an Instagram Story, apologizing to fans who had been looking forward to seeing her, particularly those who traveled for the concert.

“To my West End Girls in Auckland, I am so sorry to have to tell you that I have come down with a viral infection and am unable to perform tonight,” she wrote. “I was really looking forward to seeing you all and am absolutely gutted to be letting you down,” she continued.

The singer confirmed that all tickets would be refunded and expressed hope that she could return to New Zealand in the future. Concert promoter Frontier Touring also reshared Allen’s announcement on Instagram, informing ticketholders of the cancellation. Most fans were understanding, yet still disappointed.

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“Devastating. Hoping she recovers for a reschedule (and continues her remaining shows)! 🙏” one person wrote.

“This better not affect Melbourne!” another declared.

A third replied, “Why do I feel australia will be cancelled too 😢.”

Another asked, “Will Brisbane get better than 2hrs notice if its cancelled?”

The cancellation comes amid Allen’s West End Girl tour, which has already generated conversation online over its unconventional format.

READ MORE: Charli XCX Abruptly Cancels Arizona Concert Due to Health Issue

Rather than performing a traditional greatest-hits set, Allen has structured the show around her latest album, performing the record in full with minimal audience interaction. Over the summer, one concertgoer criticized the performance’s length and ticket price, prompting Allen to defend her creative decisions on X.

“The show is just over an hour as it’s just the album in its entirety. It’s my artistic choice not to talk to the audience, the fourth wall helps with the storytelling,” she explained. She also emphasized the effort going into the production, writing, “I don’t want anyone to feel ripped off.”

The theatrical show has attracted attention for its elaborate costumes, including a dress featuring receipts for purchases allegedly made by her ex-husband, actor David Harbour.

The name Coca-Cola is synonymous with refreshing soft drinks, and the brand eventually became one of the world’s most famous beverages thanks to businessman Asa Griggs Candler, who saw the potential of the Coca-Cola formula invented by pharmacist Dr. John Stith Pemberton.

In 1886, Pemberton created a thick, aromatic syrup in Atlanta, Georgia, intended to cure ailments such as headaches, relieve pain and boost energy.

Initially, he developed the syrup in a three-legged brass kettle in his backyard while seeking an alternative to morphine and other addictive painkillers widely used to treat wounded soldiers during the Civil War, according to History.com.

The original Coca-Cola syrup was served at Jacob’s Pharmacy for 5 cents a glass.

Its formula combined various ingredients, such as coca leaf extract and caffeine-rich kola nuts, blended with a thick, sweet syrup infused with citrus and spices.

Coca-Cola bottle is seen in this illustration photo taken in Berlin, Germany on November 11, 2024.

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However, despite its initial purpose as a medicinal syrup, Coca-Cola was transformed into a refreshing beverage when the syrup was taken to Jacobs’ Pharmacy, where it was sampled and sold for five cents a glass.

The syrup was combined with carbonated water to create a refreshing soda fountain drink. Pemberton’s bookkeeper, Frank M. Robinson, suggested the name Coca-Cola and designed its now-famous Spencerian script logo.

During the brand’s early years, the beverage attracted many customers in Atlanta.

According to historical accounts, Coca-Cola generated a modest profit of $510 in its first year of business.

However, in 1888, Asa Griggs Candler began acquiring control of the Coca-Cola formula and business rights from Pemberton and other shareholders.

Although the Atlanta businessman advertised himself as the “sole proprietor of Coca‑Cola” in 1889, he did not secure sole ownership until 1891, at a total cost of $2,300.

Workers at the Coca-Cola bottling plant in 1949.

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Candler recognized the potential of emerging mass-marketing techniques and focused on advertising the drink through billboards, coupons, catchphrases and souvenirs.

Three years after Candler began acquiring the business, Coca-Cola’s 1893 annual report indicated that the beverage was sold in every state and territory in the Union.

Under his leadership, sales grew nearly tenfold by 1892. Decades later, the company changed hands.

In 1919, Candler sold The Coca-Cola Company to a group of investors led by Ernest Woodruff for $25 million.

According to historical accounts, Woodruff used Coca-Cola’s written secret formula as collateral for a bank loan to help finance the acquisition.

After the loan was repaid in 1925, the formula was transferred from a New York bank vault to one in Atlanta.

On Dec. 8, 2011, Coca-Cola moved the formula to a secure vault exhibit at the World of Coca-Cola in Atlanta.

Today, The Coca-Cola Company maintains its iconic status as a multibillion-dollar global beverage company.

Related: In 1958, Vince DeDomenico turned a family rice pilaf recipe into Rice-A-Roni; 28 years later, his family sold the company to Quaker Oats for $300 million

Amy Schumer is thanking her GLP-1 medication after opening up about her dramatic weight loss.

The actress and comedian, 45, who gained a strong following as a stand-up comedian before her hit Comedy Central series, Inside Amy Schumer, became a huge success, later found box office power with movies like Trainwreck. But it’s her recent Instagram Story in which Schumer got most candid, thanking the GLP-1 that she used to lose weight.

“Thanks monjourno,” Schumer wrote, referring to Mounjaro, the GLP-1 she has shared that she is taking. “Weighing in at 150 for a year now feeling great.”

The caption was written on a photo of Schumer looking svelte in a wetsuit. The picture accompanied the song “My Shot” from Hamilton, the beloved biographical musical.

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On a recent vacation to Turks and Caicos, Schumer shared new bathing suit photos that highlighted her 50-pound weight loss.

“Our family had the time of our lives at @beachesresorts in Turks and Caicos 2 best decisions of my life are becoming a mom and getting certified to dive by PADI @paditv. If you’re like me and have always wanted to dive, don’t wait,” Schumer shared in the photo caption.

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Schumer has been open about the fact that she first tried another GLP-1, Wegovy. However, the experience was not positive, and she ultimately ditched it. She then found another type 2 diabetes drug, Mounjaro, and has been vocal about how successful the experience has been. Ultimately, she’s dropped 50 pounds and feels healthier than ever.

“My symptoms of being in perimenopause have disappeared. My hair is fuller, my skin is better, I have more energy. I want to ‘get down’ more, if you know what I mean,” she shared in an Instagram video. “I’m talking about sex.”

Schumer Opened Up About Plastic Surgery

Schumer has also been candid about her experience with plastic surgery. After having her uterus and appendix removed in 2021 to deal with her endometriosis, she decided to undergo liposuction.

“I just wanted to say that, because if anybody sees me in pictures or anything and they’re like, she looks thinner, and whatever: it’s because I had a surgery,” she said in 2022 on Chelsea Handler‘s podcast Dear Chelsea, PEOPLE reported. “It’s too hard, and I just want to be real about it.”

Related: Amy Schumer’s 50-Pound Weight Loss Is on Full Display at the US Open

Princess Cruises customers are no strangers to visiting beautiful locations around the world with the travel company, from stunning Caribbean beaches to coastal cities and towns full of rich history and culture. But for over a decade, if they wanted to sail along the largest river in the world, they were out of luck. 

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That changes shortly, as Princess Cruises is going back to the Amazon in 2028. For the first time since 2014, Princess will return to the Amazon River with scenic cruising and a call to Santarém, Brazil, at the confluence of the Tapajós River and the Amazon, where the Amazon’s milky water meets the deep blue of the Tapajós. One of the oldest cities in the Brazilian Amazon, the municipality in western Brazil features miles of natural beaches along the Tapajós, and has a cathedral in the center of town that visitors say is a must-see historic landmark in the region. 

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It’s part of the 2028-2029 Americas program for Princess, which will offer over 250 departures. There will be shorter getaways, like four-day West Coast sailings, visits to ports in Canada and New England, perennial favorite tropical destinations like the Caribbean, Hawaii, and Mexico, as well as more adventurous trips to Patagonia and Antarctica. That includes an epic new 64-day Circle South America trip which will combine Antarctica, the Amazon, and a transit through the Panama Canal.

“At Princess, we believe travel is most meaningful when it brings guests closer to the places they visit. Returning to the Amazon in 2028 gives our guests the opportunity to experience one of the world’s most extraordinary regions, from its remarkable natural beauty and biodiversity to its rich local cultures. It reflects our continued commitment to thoughtfully crafted itineraries that create deeper connections with iconic destinations around the world,” Jim Berra, Princess Cruises Chief Commercial Officer, told Parade. 

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When we think of dynamic-shattering relationship red flags, our minds often jump to dramatic explosions: shouting matches, blatant infidelity or explosive arguments over finances. But relationship experts agree that partnerships rarely end because of a single catastrophic blowup. Instead, they crumble from a slow, steady drip of emotional erosion—a quiet chipping away at safety, intimacy and trust.

At the heart of this insidious breakdown is a sneaky habit called “micro-dismissal.”

Unlike overt hostility, a micro-dismissal is subtle. It’s the eye roll disguised as a playful joke, the skipped reply to a vulnerable text or the gentle teasing about a boundary you clearly set. Because these moments seem tiny in isolation, you might catch yourself downplaying your own discomfort, thinking, “I’m probably just overreacting” or “They didn’t mean it like that.”

However, over time, these small rejections compound into deep-seated resentment. When your feelings, boundaries or attempts to connect are brushed aside as insignificant, your nervous system registers a clear message: Your internal experience isn’t safe here. Understanding how micro-dismissals operate—and recognizing their subtle forms—is the key to protecting your connection before resentment takes permanent root.

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3 Subtle Forms of a ‘Micro-Dismissal’ To Look Out For

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Micro-dismissals thrive in gray areas where one partner can easily maintain plausible deniability. Here are three sneaky ways this habit shows up in everyday relationships:

1. Teasing about your boundaries

Setting a boundary takes vulnerability. Whether you express needing alone time after a stressful workday or ask your partner not to share a private story in front of friends, a healthy partner respects your limits. Micro-dismissal occurs when those boundaries are turned into punchlines or framed as “dramatic.”

As licensed psychologist Dr. Brittany McGeehan, PhD, explained in a previous Parade article on overlooked relationship red flags, teasing about limits—like a partner making jokes about your need for personal space—is a major warning sign. While it may feel inoffensive on the surface, she warned that it signals a deeper issue.

“It seems playful at first, but it’s actually a sign that they don’t take your needs seriously,” she said.

She noted that this behavior directly “erodes trust” and indicates a partner who struggles to honor boundaries in general.

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2. “Harmless” sarcastic jokes and belittling

Humor is a wonderful tool for connection, but sarcasm is often used as a passive-aggressive weapon to minimize feelings. When you bring up a concern and receive a biting sarcastic remark, or when a partner ridicules your feelings in front of others, it shifts the focus away from productive dialogue.

In another past Parade story on communication red flags, divorce and matrimonial attorney Patricia Ann Grant highlighted how damaging this dynamic can be. She shared that a major red flag occurs “when one party ridicules or belittles his or her partner’s feelings in the presence of a third party to avoid a private meaningful or thoughtful discussion…”

By dismissing your feelings with sarcasm or public jokes, your partner effectively shuts down communication before it can even begin.

3. Micro-ghosting and text-based avoidance

In the digital age, a micro-dismissal has expanded into text messages. “Micro-ghosting” happens when a partner intentionally leaves you on read, ignores specific emotional questions while responding to casual logistical texts or vanishes for hours mid-conversation during a sensitive discussion.

In the same article, Nicole Sodoma—a divorce attorney and the author of Please Don’t Say You’re Sorry—shared that avoidance is a key communication failure that leads couples down a dangerous path. Changing the subject, shutting down or digitally withdrawing is “a sign that one of the parties is unwilling to address an issue that may be important to the other party,” creating a pattern of neglect that chips away at emotional safety.

Related: These 7 Subtle Phrases Sound Dismissive, Even When You Don’t Mean To Be, a Psychologist Says

How To Stop Micro-Dismissals Before They Ruin Your Relationship

If you recognize these subtle patterns in your relationship, the good news is that catching them early gives you a chance to reset the dynamic.

1. Trust your gut: Stop brushing off your intuition. As Dr. McGeehan emphasized, when you constantly override your instincts, “you’re signaling to your nervous system that your discomfort doesn’t matter.” Notice when a “joke” leaves you feeling anxious or disconnected rather than close.
2. Use “I” statements to address the pattern: Frame the conversation around your experience rather than attacking your partner’s intent. Instead of saying “You’re always making fun of me,” try: “When you tease me about needing alone time, I feel dismissed and unheard.”
3. Commit to mutual investment: Rebuilding trust requires active participation from both partners, which includes continuously getting to know each other and listening to each other. As Sodoma noted, “The only way to grow together and create a relationship that can stand the test of time is by being invested in and listening to one another.”

Adapted from Parade’s “The 6 Most Overlooked Red Flags in a Relationship, According to a Psychologist” and “8 Communication Red Flags To Work on in Your Relationship Before It’s Too Late, According to Divorce Attorneys,” both by Beth Ann Mayer

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Related: Behavioral Experts Say This Subtle ‘Micro-Ignoring’ Habit Is More Destructive Than Yelling

Sources:

• Dr. Brittany McGeehan, PhD, is a licensed psychologist.
• Patricia Ann Grant is a divorce and matrimonial attorney and partner at Davidoff Hutcher & Citron.
• Nicole Sodoma is a divorce attorney and the author of Please Don’t Say You’re Sorry.