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Looking to refresh your summer wardrobe? If so, you should look for pieces made of cotton or linen. They’re both airy fabrics that’ll help keep you cool in high temperatures, while giving you a breezy summer-ready look. Combining the two fabrics, these Temofon Linen-Blend Pants at Walmart are a fabulous choice, and they’re currently on sale for less than $20 with a limited-time flash deal! 

Normally retailing for $25, these cotton-linen pants are now marked down to just $17. They’re available in seven colors, including black, brown, dark blue, gray, gray blue, khaki, and white. Sizes range from small to 2XL, and shoppers noted that they fit true to size. Customers said they love these capris so much and ran back to buy more in different colors!

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These pants are made of 70% cotton and 30% linen, which are both natural materials, making them a sustainable and environmentally friendly choice. Lightweight while still offering ample coverage, these are the ideal bottoms for sweltering summer days. 

Cotton and linen are extremely breathable materials, allowing air to flow through to regulate your body temperature and help keep you comfortable in hot temperatures. They are also very absorbent, which can work to draw sweat away from your body. These pants can keep you cool in the warmer months without exposing too much skin.

Chic and trendy, these pants have a straight-leg silhouette that creates a sleek look, yet have a roomy fit that should prevent the fabric from clinging to your skin. The legs taper down slightly and end around the ankles, leaving a sliver of skin exposed. These pants have a lacy eyelet hem, adding an eye-catching accent that gives them some flair and a playful touch. 

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Designed to deliver all-day comfort, these pants have an elastic waistband. It’s meant to stretch along with your movements rather than uncomfortably digging into your stomach and keep you from feeling restricted. The waistband has an adjustable drawstring so you can tailor the tightness to your preference. For convenience, these pants have side pockets where you can store your essentials on-the-go and walk around hands-free, especially when you don’t feel like carrying a bag. 

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“They are lightweight and perfect for hot summer days,” one reviewer raved. Another shopper commented that these pants “look expensive and very high-end.” A third customer described them as “very cute and comfortable.” 

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When Nirvana frontman, Kurt Cobain, was in high-school, he read a controversial biography of Seattle-native actress, Frances Farmer. Cobain became fascinated by Farmer's tragic life, and even related to her more as his own life started to change with the fame garnered from Nirvana's success. Cobain's interest in Farmer ran so deep Courtney Love wore a satin lace dress previously owned by the late star for the pair's wedding, and they named their only daughter after her.

But who was Frances Farmer?

Frances Farmer was an actress and performer originally from Seattle, Washington who was prominent in Hollywood and on Broadway in the mid-1930s to early 1940s. When reports of erratic behavior and aligning with atheism and Communism began to be spewed her way, Farmer was arrested and involuntarily committed to an institution in Lakewood, Washington for over five years. There, she was given a diagnosis of paranoid schizophrenia and held at the request of her mother and other family members.

In Farmer's autobiography, Will There Really Be a Morning?, she alleged she was subjected to horrific abuse in the hospital saying she "was raped by orderlies, gnawed on by rats and poisoned by tainted food. I was chained in padded cells, strapped into strait-jackets and half-drowned in ice baths."

Farmer was released from the hospital in 1950 and fought to break the conservatorship from her mother and make a comeback at acting. At the age of 56 Farmer was diagnosed with esophageal cancer and passed away in 1970.

Cobain wrote the song based on Farmer's life, "Frances Farmer Will Have Her Revenge on Seattle" in 1982. Cobain wrote the composition first, leaving the lyrics for last while piecing the song together. "Frances Farmer Will Have Her Revenge on Seattle" made its way on to In Utero, Nirvana's third and final studio album.

In the 1993 biography, Come As You Are: The Story of Nirvana, Cobain discussed his thought process behind the track saying: "The story of Frances Farmer is so sad and it can happen to anybody and it almost felt at a time that it was happening to us... but it's mainly just exposing the Frances Farmer story to people."

Over the years, "Frances Farmer Will Have Her Revenge on Seattle" has been included on many lists of Nirvana's best songs. Rolling Stoneranked it at number 25 on their "No Apologies: All 102 Nirvana Songs Ranked" and The AV Club placed it at number 23 on their list of Nirvana's "30 greatest songs."

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Author E.L. James is no stranger to writing a massive hit. The British writer is best known for her international best-selling Fifty Shades series, which has sold over 150 million copies worldwide. After releasing the Fifty Shades trilogy, James wrote the Mister and Missus duology.

Now, three years later, she's back with her latest title.

Announced on June 1st, 2026, James is back with her introduction to the Young Adult, Fantasy space. Her next novel, Land of Ghosts, will be published on October 20th, 2026.

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Speaking exclusively to Cosmopolitan about the upcoming novel, James gave a brief overview of what readers can expect fro the book saying:

"'Land of Ghosts' is an impossible love story - a tale of grief, healing, love, loss, and fantastical worlds. Emily Beauchamp, the gifted daughter of a loving family, loses everything in an instant – her parents, her brother, her future, and her hope. Forced to move London and move in with a distant relative, Emily arrives carrying unbearable loss, only to discover that his house has secrets of its own."

Breaking into the YA world is an entirely new endeavor for James, who previously has been known for her extremely adult stories and even self-describes herself as someone who writes "provocative romance." The Fifty Shades series, which put her on the map and made her one of Britain's top-earning authors in 2013 according to Forbes, is indisputably adult and erotic. She called writing the series "my midlife crisis, writ large. All my fantasies in there, and that's it."

James' duology that came after Fifty Shades was met with mostly negative reviews.Land of Ghosts is currently slated to be a duology, although no further details for the second book have been released as of yet.

Land of Ghosts is available for preorder now in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia.

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If you've been brushing up on your geography, you should have no trouble with Today's NYT Connections Sports puzzle. Get excited—there's another New York Times game to add to your daily routine! Those of us word game addicts who already play Wordle, Connections, Strands and the Mini Crossword now have Connections Sports Edition to add to the mix.

So, if you're looking for some hints and answers for today's Connections Sports Edition on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, you've come to the right place.

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What Is Connections Sports Edition?

Connections Sports Edition is just like the regular Connections word puzzle, in that it's a game that resets at 12 a.m. EST each day and has 16 different words listed. It's up to you to figure out each group of four words that belong to a certain category, with four categories in total.

This new version is sports-specific, however, as a partnership between The New York Times and The Athletic.

As the NYT site instructs, for Connections Sports Edition, you "group sports terms that share a common thread."

Related: The 26 Funniest NYT Connections Game Memes You'll Appreciate if You Do This Daily Word Puzzle

Hints for Today's Connections Sports Edition Categories on June 2, 2026

Here are some hints about the four categories to help you figure out the word groupings.

• Yellow: Not East.
• Green: Grab your racket.
• Blue: QB's resume.
• Purple: Think drinking glass.

Here Are Today's Connections Sports Edition Categories

OK, time for a second hint…we'll give you the actual categories now. Spoilers below!

• Yellow: AL WEST TEAMS
• Green: LOCATIONS OF TENNIS GRAND SLAMS
• Blue: KYLER MURRAY TEAMS
• Purple: _____ CUP

If you're looking for the answers, no worries—we've got them below. So, don't scroll any further if you don't want to see the solutions!

The answers to today's Connections Sports Edition #617 are coming up next.

Related: 15 Fun Games Like Connections to Play Every Day

What Are the Answers to Connections Sports Edition Today?

• AL WEST TEAMS: ASTROS, ATHLETICS, MARINERS, RANGERS
• LOCATIONS OF TENNIS GRAND SLAMS: LONDON, MELBOURNE, NEW YORK, PARIS
• KYLER MURRAY TEAMS: CARDINALS, OKLAHOMA, TEXAS A&M, VIKINGS
• _____ CUP: FA, GREY, TERRITORIAL, WORLD

Don't worry if you didn't get them this time—we've all been there.

Up next, catch up on the answers to recent Wordle puzzles.

Related: NYT Connections Sports Edition Today: Hints and Answers for Monday, June 1, 2026

In case you haven't heard, Reese Witherspoon has a little group that's run through her Hello Sunshine company, known as Reese's Book Club.

The Oscar winner's latest pick is The Fine Art of Lying by Alexandra Andrews. And now, the May 2026 selection is being adapted into a television series, Deadline reports.

Andrews, 38, is reportedly executive producing the project along with Scarlett Johansson's These Pictures company.

Founded in 2017, These Pictures also produced the Apple TV+ film Fly Me to the Moon, starring Johansson, 41, and Channing Tatum. More recently, the company produced Eleanor The Great, which was Johansson’s directorial debut, Deadline also noted on Monday, June 1.

Reese's Book Club also launched in year 2017 and has gained a reputation for boosting the careers of female authors, such as Megan Miranda, per Vox. Witherspoon's Hello Sunshine has been involved in adaptations of multiple Reese's Book Club Picks, including Little Fires Everywhere that also starred Kerry Washington.

Now, enter The Fine Art of Lying, which tells the story of “a young wife and mother thrust into a world of wealth and privilege, whose rash mistake sets off a domino effect of murder and betrayal,” according to a Harper Collins synopsis. The “riveting” psychological thriller, from the critically acclaimed author of Who Is Maud Dixon? was published on May 5.

“This book is crazy,” Witherspoon, 50, teased in an Instagram video shared on May 5. “It is all about lying and making horrible decisions, and they’re all so wealthy, and it’s New York, and it’s the world of art.”

The video was captioned, “This book feels like a secret I’m not supposed to share…but it’s too good not to! Set in New York’s art world, full of lies, money, and very messy choices, our May @reesesbookclub pick is The Fine Art of Lying by Alexandra Andrews. Read or listen on @applebooks, our official ebook and audiobook partner.”

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Whitney by Whitney Houston was released 39 years ago today!

On June 2, 1987, the pop icon released her sophomore album, which features several of her most popular tracks and produced an unprecedented four consecutive No. 1 hits on the Billboard Hot 100 chart—“I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me),” “Didn’t We Almost Have It All,” “So Emotional,” and “Where Do Broken Hearts Go.”

This made Houston the first female artist to earn four No. 1 singles from a single album and helped her set an all-time record of seven consecutive No. 1 singles on the Billboard Hot 100, a record she still holds today.

Whitney also made history as the first album by a female artist to debut at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 albums chart.

The album earned Houston four Grammy Award nominations at the 30th annual ceremony, including Album of the Year, while “I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)” won the Grammy for Best Pop Vocal Performance—Female. Rolling Stone also ranked the hit No. 231 on its list of the "500 Greatest Songs of All Time."

However, it took some time for Whitney to receive its well-deserved accolades. At the time of its release, critics were harsh on the album, saying Houston had a repetitive sound and failed to distinguish herself from other artists.

“Whitney plays everything safe. It uses three of the debut album’s producers,” wroteJon Pareles of The New York Times. “There are bouncy, tinkly songs aimed at teenagers … and slow tunes aimed at sentimental adults, as before. Even the album title fits in with an Arista Records custom of separating female singers—Dionne, Aretha, Carly—from their last names.”

Vince Aletti of Rolling Stone echoed these sentiments, writing, “The formula is more rigorously locked in than before, and the range so tightly circumscribed that Houston’s potential seems to have shrunk rather than expanded.”

Despite the unfavorable reviews, the album was still a smash hit. To date, Whitney has sold an estimated 20 million copies worldwide and is one of the best-selling albums of all time.

In October 2020, Houston hit another milestone when the album was certified Diamond by the Recording Industry Association of America for sales of over 10 million in the United States, making her the first Black artist to earn three Diamond albums in the U.S.

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Movies that tell the story of our favorite bands can be some of the most enthralling in cinema. Sometimes though, it's not necessarily a favorite band that makes for a good movie, it's the one a lot of people forget about. The 2010 movie starring Dakota Fanning and Kristen Stewart as Cherie Currie and Joan Jett, respectively, depicting the rise and fall of the band The Runaways is just that kind of film. Despite it being more of a cult favorite, a reader's poll with Rolling Stone begged to differ and listed the movie as number one on their list of "Best Rock Movies of All Time."

Writer and Director Floria Sigismondi (in her feature debut with the film) was inspired by the punk band's story and also wanted to make a coming-of-age film, rather than a traditional biopic. Of the story she said:

"What I loved about the Runaways was that they were doing things that girls weren't supposed to do, especially at 15. I wanted to capture what it was like to be super-young and thrown in this rock 'n' roll world at a time when girls are just trying to figure out their bodies and create their identities."

The Runaways kicks off in 1975, when Joan Jett (portrayed by Stewart) forms the band of the same name with Cherie Currie (portrayed by Fanning). Under producer Kim Fowley, the all girl's punk band attempt to navigate fame, their own interpersonal relationships, and the tumultuous rock and roll lifestyle. The movie deals with mental health, the music industry, and documents the four years of The Runaways career.

The Runaways was met with generally positive reviews from critics, with the performances especially being praised. While it isn't necessarily a sweeping, cinematic story, The Runaways fills the need of being exactly what it intended to be. It conveys youth and the punk scene of the 1970s, and shows the story of the band in an electric, dynamic manner.

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You'll figure out today's NYT Strands puzzle if you think about the saying "go outside and touch some grass." Move over, Wordle, Connections, Connections Sports Edition, and Mini Crossword—there’s a new NYT word game in town! The New York Times' recent game, "Strands," is becoming increasingly popular as another daily activity fans can find on the NYT website and app.

With daily themes and "spangrams" to discover, this is the latest addictive game to cross off your to-do list before a new one pops up 24 hours later.

We'll cover exactly how to play Strands, hints for today's Spangram, and all of the answers for Strands #821 on Tuesday, June 2.

How to Play Strands

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According to the New York Times, here's exactly how to play Strands:

Find theme words to fill the board.

• Theme words stay highlighted in blue when found.
• Drag or tap letters to create words. If tapping, double-tap the last letter to submit.
• Theme words fill the board entirely. No theme words overlap.

Find the “spangram.”

• The spangram describes the puzzle's theme and touches two opposite sides of the board. It may be two words.
• The spangram highlights in yellow when found.
• An example spangram with corresponding theme words: PEAR, FRUIT, BANANA, APPLE, etc.

Need a hint?

• Find non-theme words to get hints.
• For every three non-theme words you find, you earn a hint.
• Hints show the letters of a theme word. If there is already an active hint on the board, a hint will show that word's letter order.

What Is Today's Strands Hint for the Theme: "Caught in the Net"

A hint for today's Strands game: Online communication.

What Are Today's NYT Strands Hints?

Warning: Spoilers ahead!

In today's puzzle, there are eight theme words to find (including the spangram). Here are the first two letters for each word:

• PO
• FE
• ME
• RE
• ST
• TR
• CO
• EX (SPANGRAM)

NYT Strands Spangram Hint: Is It Vertical or Horizontal?

Today's Spangram is a mix of vertical and horizontal.

NYT Strands Spangram Answer for June 2

Today's Spangram answer on Today's NYT 'Strands' Hints, Spangram and Answers for Tuesday, June 2, 2026, isEXTREMELYONLINE.

What Are Today's NYT Strands Answers, Word List for Tuesday, June 2?

• POST
• FEED
• MEME
• REEL
• STORY
• TREND
• COMMENT
• SPANGRAM: EXTREMELYONLINE

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Massive Attack have added more dates to their upcoming tour.

The English hip-hop group announced that they will be heading to Australia this August, playing three shows in Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney. Massive Attack will be performing at Brisbane's Entertainment Centre, Sydney's Qudos Bank Arena and Melbourne's Rod Laver Arena on August 6, 9 and 11, respectively, marking their return to Australia since 2010. Tickets go on general sale at 3 pm local time on Friday.

The news came two months after the duo released "Boots On The Ground," a politically charged collaboration with Tom Waits and his son Casey. The track ended a six-year period without new music from Massive Attack, whose most recent studio release was their 2020 EP, Eutopia.

Musicians Daddy G (Grant Marshall) and Robert Del Naja, founders of the Massive Attack, on the stage of Fabrique in Milan. Milan, Italy. 12th February 2016

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Formed by Robert "3D" Del Naja, Grant "Daddy G" Marshall, Adrian "Tricky" Thaws and Andrew "Mushroom" Vowles in 1987 in Bristol, England, Massive Attack became one of the trailblazers for the hip-hop community. They released their debut studio album, Blue Lines, in 1991, and its lead single "Unfinished Sympathy" was a chart hit in Europe, including No. 1 on the Dutch Top 40. Thaws and Vowles eventually ended up leaving the group to pursue solo careers, leaving 3D and Daddy G continuing as a duo.

Despite being known as pioneers of trip-hop, a subgenre of hip-hop that also blends EDM, jazz, soul, funk and rap, they despised being known as one because many of their songs cross different genres. In a 2006 interview, Daddy G stated that they "used to hate that terminology."

"We used to hate that terminology trip-hop so bad," he told Hour. "You know, as far we were concerned, Massive Attack music was unique, so to put it in a box was to pigeonhole it and to say, 'Right, we know where you guys are coming from.'"

In addition to their music, Massive Attack has been known for their activism, constantly advocating for human rights, anti-war, climate change and more.

English musician and singer Grantley Marshall also known as Daddy G of the band Massive Attack performs in concert at the Parco della Musica in Milan on June 18, 2025.

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Massive Attack is currently embarking on their European leg of their tour, which kicked off this past weekend at Veikkaus Arena. On Sunday, they will perform in Berlin's Zitadelle and conclude the lineup of shows at the Forest National in Brussels next Monday.

Presale for Massive Attack's Australian shows will take place on Thursday. Meanwhile, the general sale will be open to the public on Friday afternoon local time.

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If you love the feeling of being cozy at night but can't stand a comforter that feels too heavy or suffocating, this Target deal is worth a look. Right now, the Bedsure 3-Piece Comforter Set is 50% off at Target, now as low as $42 (down from $84) for a queen size. It's a down alternative comforter that shoppers adore for its incredibly soft and lightweight feel.

The comforter set comes in eighteen color options, including neutral hues like khaki and oatmeal as well as deeper tones such as navy blue, pumpkin, and sage green. Prices vary according to color and size, but they’re all marked down by 50%, so you’ll score a great deal no matter what. You can shop it in five classic sizes, ranging from twin to California king collections. Shoppers consistently praised its comfort, noting that it feels cozy without being overly heavy. One reviewer said the comforter is so "soft and light" that it felt like sleeping on "a cloud." 

Bedsure 3-Piece Comforter Set (Queen), $42 (was $84) at Target

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Aside from the two-piece twin set with one pillowcase, all the sets include a fluffy comforter and two matching pillowcases. The comforter is prewashed, so it feels extra soft and gentle on your skin right out of the package. It's also Oeko-Tex Standard 100-certified, meaning the materials have been tested for harmful substances. 

Maintenance is refreshingly simple. The comforter is machine washable on a gentle cycle with cold water, and it should tumble dry on low heat afterward.

Shoppers frequently praised the comforter's inviting feel. One reviewer described the fabric as "incredibly soft and almost silky." Another appreciated its "nice, balanced weight," noting that it felt cozy without being too warm and worked well throughout the year. 

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The comforter is also reversible. Each color option features a coordinating shade on the back, so you get two looks in one.

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At $45 for a comforter and two pillowcases, the Bedsure 3-Piece Comforter Set is a standout deal for anyone looking to upgrade to softer, lighter bedding without spending much. Just don’t wait too long to grab it before the sale ends!

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You'll have to think like a spy to solve today's NYT Connections puzzle. There's nothing quite as exhilarating as the feeling of completing the daily New York Times Wordle, Strands, Mini Crossword and Connections Sports Edition word games in one fell swoop. But sometimes that can be easier said than done. If you need help with today's Connections puzzle, keep reading.

Spoilers ahead! We've warned you. We mean it. Read no further until you really want some clues or you've completely given up and want the answers ASAP. Get ready for all of today's NYT 'Connections’ hints and answers for #1087 on Tuesday, June 2, 2026.

Today's NYT Connections Puzzle for Tuesday, June 2, 2026 / New York Times

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If you've been having trouble with any of the connections or words in Tuesday's puzzle, you're not alone, and these hints should definitely help you out. Plus, I'll reveal the answers further down.

Related: The 26 Funniest NYT Connections Game Memes You'll Appreciate if You Do This Daily Word Puzzle

Hints About Today's NYT Connections Categories on Tuesday, June 2

1. Think 007.
2. UK cuisine.
3. Traditional symbols.
4. Look for two-word phrases in which the second words have something in common.

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Ready for the answers? Scroll below this image (the image that represents your very appreciated patience!).

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Today's Connections Game Answers for Tuesday, June 2:

1. CLANDESTINE: CLOAK-AND-DAGGER, COVERT, HUSH-HUSH, TOP SECRET
2. BRITISH POTATO DISHES: BUBBLE AND SQUEAK, CHIPS, JACKET POTATO, MASH
3. HERALDIC ACHIEVEMENTS: COAT OF ARMS, CREST, HELMET, SHIELD
4. ENDING IN MODAL AUXILIARY VERBS: CAPE MAY, FREE WILL, GRAPE MUST, TIN CAN

How'd you do?

Up Next:

- 15 Fun Games Like Connections to Play Every Day
- Hints, Clues and Answers to the NYT's 'Mini Crossword' Puzzle

Did You Miss a Few Days? Let's Catch You Up With Recent Connections Answers

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Today's NYT Wordle answer is the foundation everything rests on. But the day just isn't complete until I've solved all of the free word games from the New York Times, including Connections, Connections Sports Edition, Strands, and Mini Crossword. And, of course, I can’t forget about Wordle, too! If you’re stuck on today’s Wordle answer, we’re here to help—but beware of spoilers for Wordle #1809 ahead.

Let's start with a few hints.

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How many vowels are in today's Wordle?

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

What kind of letter does today's Wordle start with?

Today's Wordle begins with a consonant.

Are there any double letters?

There are double letters in today's Wordle.

Can you give another hint about today's Wordle?

Synonyms for today's Wordle include: 'footing' and 'theory.'

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

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

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

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Today's Wordle Answer for #1809 on Tuesday, June 2, 2026.

Today's Wordle answer on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, is BASIS.

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

Related: Today’s Wordle Hint, Answers for #1808 on Monday, June 1, 2026

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This season, we’ve got plenty of shoe trends to love. Sporty slides are taking over for easy everyday wear, earthy cork styles are leaning into that natural, vacation-ready feel, jelly sandals are on a comeback tour from the ‘90s, and wedges are making comfort part of the equation again. But the style that’s really rising to the top right now is the Mary Jane flat — simple, nostalgic, and reimagined in softer, coastal-inspired versions that feel especially right for warm-weather dressing.

If you’re looking for a cute and comfy pair that taps into that breezy, beach-adjacent aesthetic, Amazon has a standout option that totally nails the trending “East Coast” summer vibe — and better yet, it’s on sale. Clarks’ Breeze Janey Mary Jane is currently marked down 36% from their original $70 price to $45, making them an easy way to try the trend without splurging.

Clarks Breeze Janey Mary Jane, From $45 (was $70) at Amazon

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These Mary Jane-inspired flats put a fresh, casual spin on a classic silhouette. The textile upper has a soft woven texture that’s “breathable” and "lightweight," according to shoppers, while the contrast trim outlines the shoe for a crisp, polished finish. A rounded toe keeps the shape timeless, and the adjustable riptape strap is topped with a decorative buckle that delivers the charm of a traditional Mary Jane with the convenience of a customizable fit. 

Underfoot, a foam footbed provides plush cushioning and shock absorption, creating that lightweight, pillow-like feel Clarks' Cloudsteppers collection is known for. The textile lining adds softness, while the flexible thermoplastic rubber outsole with a stable 1-inch lift offers reliable traction on a variety of terrains.

Available in black, beige, red, and navy, with the latter being the most affordable at $45, these flats feel tailor-made for a coastal-inspired wardrobe. The Mary Jane shape has a timeless quality that pairs beautifully with white jeans, striped Breton tops, linen button-downs, and chinos. They'll look equally at home with eyelet sundresses, breezy shirtdresses, and cotton midi skirts, making them an easy choice for everything from harbor strolls and farmers' market runs to summer vacations and casual office days. 

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Country music star Riley Green has expanded his 2026 “Cowboy As It Gets Tour,” adding a new batch of dates that will take the trek through the fall and into December. 

Along with the announcement, Green confirmed that Randy Houser will return as a special guest, while rising country artists Kashus Culpepper and Hannah McFarland will also join select shows.

The newly added concerts will bring the tour to major markets across Colorado, New Mexico, Texas, Washington, Oregon, California, Oklahoma and Nevada. Fans will be able to purchase tickets when they go on sale to the general public on Friday. 

Green also shared that members of his Back 40 Duck Club will receive first access to presale tickets, followed by access for all fan club members on Wednesday.

Riley Green rehearses for the 61st Academy of Country Music Awards on May 15, 2026.

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The update comes as Green continues one of the busiest years of his career. In addition to touring, the Alabama native is preparing for the release of his upcoming album, That’s Just Me, scheduled to arrive on Sept. 18. 

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He recently released the song “Think As You Drunk” and was also announced as a coach for a future season of NBC’s The Voice.

The expanded schedule adds 13 performances running from September through December. The route includes a stretch of West Coast appearances, highlighted by stops in Long Beach, Los Angeles and Mountain View, California.

The newly announced dates are:

• Sept. 10 – Denver, Colorado
• Sept. 11 – Albuquerque, New Mexico
• Sept. 12 – Lubbock, Texas
• Sept. 17 – Ridgefield, Washington
• Sept. 18 – Bend, Oregon
• Sept.r 19 – Wheatland, California
• Sept. 24 – Long Beach, California
• Sept. 25 – Los Angeles, California
• Sept. 26 – Mountain View, California
• Oct. 1 – Austin, Texas
• Oct. 2 – Durant, Oklahoma
• Dec. 6 – Las Vegas, Nevada
• Dec. 10 – Las Vegas, Nevada

The tour is presented by Boot Barn and will feature a mix of established country stars and emerging talent throughout the run.

One of the biggest highlights of the tour update is the return of Randy Houser as a special guest on the newly announced dates. Houser is known for country hits such as “How Country Feels,” “Runnin’ Outta Moonlight,” “Goodnight Kiss” and the CMA Song of the Year-nominated “Like a Cowboy.”

Joining Houser on select dates are Kashus Culpepper and Hannah McFarland, two artists who have been gaining attention in country music circles. Their inclusion adds additional variety to a tour already packed with fan-favorite performances.

Green’s latest tour news arrives during a period of significant momentum for the singer-songwriter. Since signing with Nashville Harbor Records & Entertainment, he has released a series of successful albums, including Different ‘Round Here, Ain’t My Last Rodeo, and Don’t Mind If I Do. 

His songs “There Was This Girl,” “I Wish Grandpas Never Died,” “Half of Me,” and “Different ‘Round Here” helped establish him as one of country music’s leading modern voices.

With a new album on the horizon, an expanded national tour and a growing presence on television, Green’s 2026 schedule continues to grow.

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As The Late Show with Stephen Colbertcomes to an end, other late-night hosts are looking ahead to their futures — including Jimmy Kimmel. According to People, the end could be in sight for him.

In a recent interview with Vulture, the host was candid about what could be next for him and Jimmy Kimmel Live!

"I don’t know what ABC is going to want to do," Kimmel said. "It’s an unusual position to be in, but I do still have a year left on my contract, and that’s what I agreed to."

Kimmel said he’s considered leaving sooner, but wants to be responsible.

"I know I could go out in a blaze of glory and get a lot of applause for it, but it would be a very selfish thing to do,” Kimmel said.

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Kimmel’s producer, Erin Irwin, also spoke with Vulture. She said that he’s been talking about leaving for a while. While Irwin hopes Kimmel continues through the 2028 election, she’s not sure the show will last until then.

"I don’t know if Jimmy can do it for that long,” Irwin said. "He’s tired."

As for what’s next, Kimmel isn’t sure yet either.

“Professionally, I have no idea what I’m going to do after this,” Kimmel said. “Freedom is what I want more than anything. I want to be able to go fishing because the fishing’s good.”

In September, Disney temporarily suspended Jimmy Kimmel Live! from their network after Kimmel commented on the death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Kimmel said to Vulture regarding Colbert's cancellation that late-night shows are "being poisoned."

"One of the things we talked about when I first got suspended was that I can’t do this show if I’m going to be micromanaged,” Kimmel said.

While it’s unclear when Jimmy Kimmel Live! will end, following Colbert’s exit, Kimmel said: “I feel like I’m looking at my own future.”

After exactly six decades spent working as a musician, Slade member Dave Hill is finally releasing his first solo album in 2026. Later this year, the founding member of English rock band Slade and its longtime guitarist, Hill, will release his debut album, Dirty Foot Lane.

The record is set to come out sometime in October of this year. Representatives for Hill, via Louder, described the album as "a rich, autobiographical collection of songs reflecting a lifetime of music, creativity, and personal discovery." This will be Hill's first solo album despite being a working musician since 1966.

Hill also shared some thoughts on the highly-anticipated release, declaring, "I’ve always been driven. And I’m still looking for the next challenge. This album is part of that journey."

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He collaborated with several interesting people on the project, including John Berry, who joined Slade in 2003 as its singer and bassist. Dirty Foot Lane also had the help of producer Django Holder, who is none other than the son of fellow Slade founding member Noddy Holder, who left the band in 1992.

Hill opened up about the personal album in an interview with Contact Music at the end of 2025, talking a bit more about what fans can expect from the new music. He told the publication, "It’s true stories, slightly country, not Slade, but it has rock in there."

He went on, sharing more details about specific songs and who inspired them, saying, "There’s songs written about my mother, I’ve written a song for Slade. It’s a thank you to Noddy, Jim [Lea] and Don [Powell], it’s called 'Thanks For The Good Times,' it’s a great song."

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The album will be very autobiographical, and the title is inspired by a real place where Hill would take his kids to play in haystacks. Hill appeared very satisfied with how it turned out, telling Contact Music, "I’m really happy with it, I feel there’s only one person you’ve got to please now and that’s me."

But even with this perspective, Hill said that many music fans will like the release: “It’s an album of memories, but I feel this album will appeal to a lot of people – not just Slade fans but a lot of others."

An official release date has not been confirmed beyond the month of October. Fans should be on the lookout for more updates and teases soon.

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JoJo Siwa sparked concern among her fans over the last few days after showing off a "gnarly eye infection” that was incredibly poorly timed following an accident on her golf cart, but in a new health update she says she's headed in the right direction.

The performer took to TikTok earlier today, June 1, to have a little chat with her followers about what's been going on, pulling away her black eye patch to show what's been brewing—a red, swollen, watery eye that she said is actually looking far better than it has been.

JoJo Siwa has had an unfortunate string of bad health luck over the last few weeks.

Still, “Things aren’t going too well,” the Dance Moms alum admitted, calling it "a very long week."

On top of whatever is going on with her eye, she’s also suffering from a concussion after a "scary{ golf cart incident where she was thrown from the driver’s seat after a malfunction sent the cart careening around “in fast circles” that caused her to land on her neck, hit her head, and flip over.  

Just a few days later, the eye issue popped up. Luckily, her doctors think it’s unrelated, but she’s on bed rest for at least a few more days due to the concussion, and is unsure how long it might take her eye to heal.

Her “glorious injuries” have also delayed rehearsals for her upcoming JoJo cruise. 

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It’s been a very long week, I fell off the golf cart last Monday. With rest, my concussion has been recovering well. No where near 100%, but on a good track. My eye however, is taking longer than expected to come around. I have a lovely team of doctors keeping a very close eye on me as I now am going to be back in rehearsals starting tomorrow. It’s definitely a bit early to be going back into everything, and I have to be very careful of not being 100% recovered… but the Greatest saying in Hollywood, which I’m realizing to be true, the show must go on. If you see me with sunglasses on, just know, I’m not being a drama diva, just taking care of my eye giving it a bit of relief😎 the patch I found after a few days to be a bit difficult with the concussion recovery so only wear it now if I need a complete light break! Thank you for the lovely messages, I’ve been down the last few days dealing with this and feeling a little bit bummed but I’ve seen lots online that has made me smile so thank you for that 🤍

♬ Golden Hour Bossa - Bossa Nova Terrace Her attitude about the whole thing sets a brilliant example.

But, she's being an impressive sport about the whole thing. “The good news about the accident is I’m really lucky how I ended up," she added. "I could have been seriously, seriously injured. As unlucky as I am that it happened, I’m very lucky with how I came out of it."

Fans flooded the comments with support, praising her positive attitude and sending prayers for her healing.

"Hope you feel better soon, you're a trooper and will always bounce back like always!" one assured her. "Take it easy and take care of YOU 🤍✨."

"🥺 Hope it heals up fast," someone else wrote, with another adding that they're "Praying for a quick recovery 🙏🤍🙏."

"So glad you're on the mend!!" another commented.

The dancer previously alluded to the golf cart incident when she first showed off her eye late last week, though she downplayed it as having simply fallen off of it while waiting to find out if she was concussed or not.

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E.L.F. Cosmetics is a fan favorite for a reason; the beauty brand is always bringing out high-quality but totally affordable makeup and skincare gems, and some solid dupes for more expensive brands, too. Well, just recently, E.L.F. dropped a new skincare product that gives the effect of instant glass skin, without needing a 12-step skincare routine to achieve it. Even better, it retails for just $12, which is such a bargain.

E.L.F.'s Glass Slick Serum Stick comes in a watery balm formula, making it totally effortless to apply and blend out, helping you achieve glass skin in mere seconds. Formulated with a nourishing peptide blend, this serum stick plumps, hydrates and improves the appearance of skin over time. It is also formulated without Sulfates, Phthalates, Parabens, Nonylphenol Ethoxylates, Triclosan and Triclocarban. It is also double-certified by both Leaping Bunny and PETA, meaning it is cruelty-free.

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This innovative serum stick is super versatile in that there are a few different ways you can use it, all of which will help give you that glow from within:

• As a hydrating serum: After cleansing, swipe the serum stick onto the face to use it as a serum. Let it absorb and then follow up with your moisturizer as normal. This can be used both morning and night.
• On top of makeup: You can also opt to apply this serum stick over your makeup, on the high points of your face including the cheekbones, bridge of the nose and your cupid's bow to enhance your makeup look and level up the glow.

So far, Ulta shoppers are impressed with this new skincare drop from E.L.F., giving it an average rating of five stars on Ulta.com. Reviewers appreciate it for its glow-y results, not to mention its ease of use and natural look.

"Love the glow!" exclaimed one fan in a five-star review on Ulta.com. "Have used before applying makeup and after makeup application…both look great!"

"Gives the perfect glossy look but doesn't look fake or forced," said another happy Ulta customer in a five-star review on Ulta.com.

You can pick up this new E.L.F. product on Ulta.com or in select Ulta stores. If you are interested in other recent beauty drops at Ulta, be sure to check out our roundup of the most exciting spring makeup launches at Ulta in 2026.

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Morgan Freeman, the award-winning actor with the unmistakable voice behind some of cinema’s most iconic narration, is celebrating a major milestone.

Behind his numerous accolades, including an Academy Award and a Golden Globe Award, the A-lister is celebrated for being known as the “Voice of God” for his impeccably commanding narration style.

As the Hollywood star celebrates his 89th birthday, here’s a look into his career journey, from his breakthrough role in the 1980s to enduring performances that cemented his legacy in the entertainment industry.

Born on June 1, 1937, Freeman began his love for acting after joining school plays prior to enlisting in the U.S. Air Force in the mid-1950s.

It was after his military service that he decided to continue his passion, prompting him to move to Los Angeles and New York to try his luck.

After his works on Broadway, he had his on-screen breakthrough after joining the PBS educational show The Electric Company as Easy Reader.

"The Electric Company" cast members Lee Chamberlin, Bill Cosby, Rita Moreno, Judy Graubart, Skip Hinnant, and Morgan Freeman.

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The iconic role instantly made him one of the most recognizable faces in the 1970s, especially with the show’s popularity.

It was in the 1980s when Freeman transitioned to the big screen, appearing in more challenging roles that showcased his versatility.

His first major film was the crime drama Street Smart. The 1987 movie earned him his first Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor for the role of Fast Black.

Since then, it put him on Hollywood's top directors’ radar with back-to-back films like Driving Miss Daisy, Glory and Lean on Me in 1989.

In 2004, he took home his first Oscar after winning Best Supporting Actor for Million Dollar Baby.

Amid his impressive recognitions, one enduring title that has stuck to Freeman’s name is being called the “Voice of God.”

While his voice is so commanding that it has become universally recognized around the world, the A-lister himself said he never considered it something especially remarkable.

During his appearance on a late-night show, Jimmy Fallon asked if he thinks he has an amazing voice, Freeman immediately answered “No” and explained why he thought of this.

“It’s special to you. It ain’t special to me,” he said, but the host made reference to his iconic role in Bruce Almighty as well as his narration work in Our Planet, prompting cheers from the audience.

According to him, he studied vocal training at Los Angeles Community College under an instructor who worked on his “diction and voice,” where he learned to “drop” his voice “about an octave.”

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