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While some musical masterpieces took years to put together, others were born in a few minutes. This was the case with one of the most enduring rock songs to come out of the 1990s, R.E.M.'s "Losing Your Religion."

The track came about one day during a down moment for one member of the band. Guitarist Peter Buck had bought himself a mandolin and was learning to play the instrument. He had a tape recorder going while he was messing around with it one day, and the quick recording caught an unexpectedly brilliant riff.

Buck brought the recording to the rest of the band, and within five minutes, the music for "Losing My Religion" was completed. The lyrics quickly followed.

The guitarist spoke about the process on the band's In Time compilation album released years later. He said, "The music was written in five minutes. The first time the band played it, it fell into place perfectly."

"Michael had the lyrics within the hour, and while playing the song for the third or fourth time, I found my self incredibly moved to hear the vocals in conjunction with the music," he continued. "If only all songwriting was this easy."

"Losing My Religion" was released as an official single on R.E.M.'s seventh studio album, Out of Time, in early 1991. While it was chosen as the lead single of the album, no one was certain of its success, with the studio calling it an "unconventional track."

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Thankfully, it was worth the risk. The song was a hit with both rock and college radio stations and eventually became R.E.M.'s biggest U.S. hit. The song peaked at No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 and charted for a total of 21 weeks. It also broke into the Top 40 in other countries, including the U.K., Canada, and Australia.

"Losing My Religion" earned the band two Grammy Awards in 1992, for both Best Short Form Music Video and Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal. It was later inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2017. The song is still considered one of the best songs of all time.

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It took a rare level of talent to take a signature track from one of the biggest rock bands on the planet and completely make it your own.

Yet, when Linda Ronstadt stepped into the studio to record her 1977 classic cover of the Rolling Stones' "Tumbling Dice," she delivered a performance so definitive that the track’s legendary creators were completely blown away. In fact, its songwriters were so thrilled by her powerhouse vocals that they famously conceded she officially owned the song from that moment on.

The song was written by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards in 1972 as one of the tracks on the Rolling Stones' double LP set, Exile on Main Street. The songs for the album were recorded in the South of France, according to U Discover Music.

The outlet wrote, “‘Tumbling Dice’ may have had something to do with the gambling den that the home turned into – there were card games and roulette wheels,” said Richards. “Monte Carlo was around the corner. [The Stones’ sax player] Bobby Keys and cats did go down there once or twice.”

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Jagger told U Discover Music that he had a "theme" for the song. However, “I didn’t know anything about dice playing, but I knew lots of jargon used by dice players. I’d heard gamblers in casinos shouting it out. I asked my housekeeper if she played dice. She did, and she told me these terms. That was the inspiration.”

Ronstadt's introduction to the song came after hearing her band members play it at soundcheck. Far Out Magazine reprinted Ronstadt's quotes, as told to the Green Bay Press-Gazette, where she discussed the song.

"The band used to play it at sound check, and we all loved it. But no one knew the words,” Ronstadt admitted. “Then, when Mick walked backstage at my Amphitheatre show, he told me, ‘You do too many ballads in your show; you should do more rock and roll.'”

“I told him I thought he should do more ballads, and we teased each other about it,” Ronstadt continued. “But I made him write down the words to that song for me so we could do it.”

She later recorded her own version of the song and included it on her eighth studio album, Simple Dreams. The song was released in 1978 and would reach a chart position of 32 on Billboard's Hot 100.

Jagger and Richards were impressed by Ronstadt's gritty version of their song. Richards said, per a quote reprinted by American Songwriter, “I wrote ‘Tumbling Dice,’ but Linda Ronstadt owns it.”

It’s not every day a legendary rock band willingly steps aside and lets someone else take the crown for their own song. But that was the magic of Linda Ronstadt. She didn’t just sing covers, she completely took them over, bringing a mix of raw grit and unbelievable vocal power to everything she touched.

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If your autumn travel schedule revolves entirely around tracking your favorite college football team to its biggest road games, your game-day commute is getting a major upgrade.

United Airlines has officially announced a specialized flight schedule ahead of the upcoming college football season, deploying larger aircraft and rolling out more than 30 brand-new, nonstop point-to-point flights.

The tailored routes add more than 4,400 extra seats specifically targeting the sport's most anticipated weekend matchups. But for anyone who has ever suffered the anxiety of flying during a crucial third-down play, the real win is how you’ll watch the game in transit.

United is rapidly scaling its partnership with SpaceX's Starlink, outfitting 450 planes in its fleet with ultra-fast, satellite-powered Wi-Fi. The service delivers high-bandwidth internet capable of handling live sports streaming at 35,000 feet, and it's completely free for MileagePlus members.

Related: United Airlines Adds Starlink to Keep Passengers Connected

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Michael Weeks, Managing Director of Domestic Schedule Development at United, noted that the expansion is all about directly connecting fans to the key traditions of the season:
“As fans get ready to cheer on their favorite teams this fall, we’re adding flights across the country to college football's biggest matchups. From action packed games to historic rivalries—these are the moments fans look forward to, and we’re thrilled to help them get there.”

Direct Routes to Key Gridiron Matchups

While standard hub-and-spoke airline routing usually forces travelers through lengthy connections, United’s temporary fall schedule sets up direct weekend turnarounds between major college towns and regional airports.

The schedule leans heavily into high-stakes matchups across September, October, and November. For instance, ahead of the high-profile Ohio State at Texas matchup on September 12, the carrier is running a dedicated outbound flight from Columbus straight to Austin on September 11, with a return leg scheduled for the Sunday after the game.

Notre Dame fans are seeing the largest share of the specialized network, with United adding custom flights into South Bend from Houston, San Francisco, and Newark to cover marquee home games against Rice, Stanford, Miami, and Boston College.

The airline is also laying on direct capacity for massive SEC and Big Ten showdowns, including dedicated flight pairs to carry fans to Alabama at Tennessee on October 17, Alabama at LSU on November 7, and Oregon at Ohio State that same weekend.

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Home-Style Streaming at 35,000 Feet

By pairing these targeted routes with its newly accelerated Starlink rollout, United is attempting to solve the traditional headache of agonizingly slow, paid inflight web browsing.

Because the system relies on a dense network of low-Earth orbit satellites rather than older ground-based towers or single geostationary units, the bandwidth is high enough to let an entire cabin stream high-definition video simultaneously without buffering. For travelers, it means you can easily stream the local broadcast on your laptop or tablet, track your fantasy roster, or keep an eye on real-time scoreboards across the country while flying directly over remote regions.

Tickets for the new college football routes are officially live on United's website, meaning you can secure your seat on the plane well before you ever try to hunt down a ticket to the stadium.

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Mel Harris, who rose to stardom on the hit '80s series Thirtysomething, just celebrated her 70th birthday, and she's looking better than ever!

Harris skyrocketed to stardom in the role of Hope Steadman alongside actors Ken Olin, Polly Draper, Peter Horton, Patricia Wettig, Melanie Mayron, and Timothy Busfield in the ensemble series, which ran from 1987 to 1991 on ABC. She went on to appear in a variety of made-for-TV movies and starred on the sitcomSomething So Right for two years. More recently, she appeared on the Hulu series Shut Eye and the Bravo series Imposters. But we’re partial to her presence on social media, where Harris, who is a natural stunner with gray hair, shares fun content that includes baking pies, raising chickens, and making wreaths on her upstate New York farm. But in a new video, the star stepped into her 70th birthday earlier this week looking extremely elegant. It's safe to say some people get better with age!

"I’m 70! Thank you for all the birthday wishes. I’m celebrating with a week in Maine (my first visit!) with my family. Blessed for what has brought me here, and excited for what is yet to come," Harris captioned her video, which explored what her current self would tell her thirty-something self. The answer is quite poignant:

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She’s a Talented Lifestyle Influencer

While most of us know her as an actress, a whole new generation is following Harris for her Instagram content. Of course, one topic that’s frequently brought up is her stunning gray hair.

“My gray is coming in nicely and I think I’ll be happy with it when it’s all in. But it’s a hard balance,” Harris told Next Avenue earlier this year. “I got a lot of comments on it. I mean, a lot of comments. A lot of people said, ‘You don’t need to ask other people for permission.’ I want to reply, ‘Clearly, you don’t know me’ (laughs). If the sequel goes and they want my hair to be more Hope’s color, then we’ll discuss that – you can have a wig or do temporary dyes. I think it would be great if one of the women were gray.”

She’s Still Close with Thirtysomething Star Patricia Wettig

While it’s been 35 years since the series went off the air, Harris is still friends with her Thirtysomething costar Patricia Wettig, who played Nancy on the series. Harris recently took to Instagram to wish Wettig a happy birthday. It’s a touching post that features a fun throwback to one of their scenes together on the legendary show.

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As Lucas Herbert finds himself in contention for the biggest victory of his career, golf fans are becoming just as curious about the woman supporting him away from the course.

The Australian golfer vaulted into the lead at the 2026 Open Championship after an incredible second round at Royal Birkdale, where he matched tournament history with a stunning 62 that included a record-tying 28 on the opening nine holes.

While Herbert chases his first major championship, here's what to know about his wife, Erika Cote.

Erika Cote Works for a Foundation That Helps Sepsis Survivors

Cote serves as the international outreach program manager for the Begin Again Foundation, a nonprofit founded in 2015 by fellow Australian golfer Marc Leishman and his wife.

The organization was created after Audrey Leishman survived a life-threatening battle with sepsis, acute respiratory distress syndrome and toxic shock syndrome. Today, the foundation provides financial assistance to survivors and their families while also raising awareness about the warning signs of sepsis and toxic shock syndrome.

On its website, the foundation says its mission is to "save lives and support survivors" through education, financial assistance and community outreach.

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Herbert and Cote were married in August 2025.

To celebrate the occasion, the Begin Again Foundation shared a heartfelt tribute on social media praising both newlyweds.

"From the first day we met Erika, she became such a bright light on our team, pouring her heart into everything she does for Begin Again."

The organization also described Herbert as "kind, genuine, and funny," adding that the couple are "truly a perfect match" and wishing them "a marriage filled with endless laughter, adventures, and love that grows stronger each day."

According to Australia's Herald Sun, the couple first met through a dating app while Cote was working in marketing. They now live in Orlando, Florida, when Herbert isn't traveling for tournaments and generally keep their relationship out of the spotlight.

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Herbert has enjoyed success around the world, winning on the PGA Tour, DP World Tour, PGA Tour of Australasia, Asian Tour and LIV Golf since turning professional in 2015.

But a major championship has remained elusive.

Entering this week's Open Championship at Royal Birkdale, Herbert had made the cut in only eight of his previous 17 major starts, with his best finish a tie for 13th at the 2024 PGA Championship. His brilliant second-round 62 not only put him atop the leaderboard but also tied the lowest round ever recorded in Open Championship history.

Lucas Herbert entered the week No. 109 in the Data Golf rankings and just equaled the lowest round in major championship history. The depth of talent in pro golf is *absurd.*

— Dan Rapaport (@Daniel_Rapaport) July 17, 2026

American Sam Burns also shot a 62 and now he and Herbert are part of an exclusive club golfers who have shot a round of 62 at a major — joining Branden Grace, Rickie Fowler, Shane Lowry and Xander Schauffele. Only six golfers in history have shot that good of a round at a major tournament.

With two rounds still to play, Herbert suddenly finds himself in position to capture the Claret Jug, while fans continue learning more about the woman who has quietly supported him throughout his journey.

Herbert will try to carry his momentum into Saturday's third round as he pursues the first major championship of his career. Fans can watch the action beginning at 5 a.m. ET on USA Network, with coverage shifting to NBC at 7 a.m. ET. Live streaming will also be available on Peacock, including featured groups and a simulcast of NBC's television coverage.

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If you weren’t already aware, July is National Ice Cream Month, and, yes, that sound you hear is us screaming—for ice cream, of course. As far as national months and holidays go, selecting July as the month dedicated entirely to one of summer's sweetest treats is just so apropos. The sun is blazing, everyone is spending time outside, and enjoying a cool, creamy scoop of ice cream might just be our preferred way to stave off the heat. (Not that we’ll ever turn down a scoop of Ben & Jerry’s new Razz Up flavor any other day of the year, but why not indulge during the beloved dessert's intended month?)

Even better, why not indulge on National Ice Cream Day, which just so happens to be coming up this Sunday, July 19? That’s right, July hosts National Ice Cream Month and National Ice Cream Day all in one, which means plenty of desserts to go around.

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Naturally, all of our favorite ice cream brands and restaurants are helping us celebrate with a barrage of freebies and deals sweet enough to beat the heatwave. All you have to decide is if you want one scoop or two. Here are all the best deals for National Ice Cream Day.

The 13 Best Deals for National Ice Cream Day

In alphabetical order, here are the ice cream companies and restaurants making the most of National Ice Cream Day with can't-miss deals and freebies this Sunday, July 19.

1. Baskin-Robbins View this post on Instagram

The house of 31 flavors, better known as Baskin-Robbins, is celebrating National Ice Cream Day by giving fans an entire week of savings. Starting Sunday, July 19, Baskin-Robbins rewards members can enjoy $5 off an order of $20 or more through July 25. And if that wasn’t sweet enough, reward members can score a BOGO single scoop on July 26. It's not like we needed an excuse to try the newly released Brookie Batter flavor, but we'll take it!

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Consider this our petition to get Colorado-based craft chicken chain Birdcall to open more locations on the East Coast. We hear Atlanta loves a good chicken sandwich. If you’re fortunate enough to live near one, this burgeoning fast-casual restaurant is celebrating National Ice Cream Day by giving diners a free mini chocolate or mini vanilla shake with the purchase of any entree.

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If you’ve ever had a disaster of a sweet treat that just didn’t hit the mark, Carvel is celebrating National Ice Cream Day by giving you a chance at a dessert do-over. All you have to do is submit a photo of the offending dessert in question on Carvel’s Dessert Disaster landing page now through July 24, and you could be one of 500 Fudgie Fanatics to win a gift card for a free small Carvelanche.

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4. Cold Stone Creamery View this post on Instagram

Although National Ice Cream Day falls on Sunday, July 19, the entire month of July is actually National Ice Cream Month, and to celebrate, Cold Stone Creamery is giving fans plenty of sweet surprises. As if launching the new Cookies 'n' Peanut Butter Ice Cream Taco made with Oreo and Reese’s wasn’t already plenty, Cold Stone is also giving 5 lucky winners free ice cream for a year! All you have to do is follow Cold Stone on Instagram, like the brand's post on July 19 and then tag a friend in the comments to enter for a chance to win. The lucky winners will receive:

• Ice cream for a year ($450 e-gift card)
• Cold Stone Creamery hoodie
• Cold Stone Creamery hat
• Cold Stone Creamery tote bag

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You can’t celebrate National Ice Cream Day without Dairy Queen, and this year the home of the Dilly Bar is giving fans a free one with a purchase of $1 or more through the DQ app. All you have to do is add a Dilly Bar to your order in the app and then select the free Dilly Bar promotion under the Deals tab. Talk about a sweet reward.

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Dippin’ Dots, the iconic brand known for basically creating ice cream caviar, is celebrating National Ice Cream Day in a big way this year by giving away free mini cups at all 128 of its franchise locations. Fans can also enter for a chance to win free Dippin’ Dots for a year along with some pretty sweet swag. All you have to do is submit an entry online. The brand is also partnering with Chuck E. Cheese to offer the exclusive Chuck E.'s Cookie Crunch flavor at participating locations nationwide with a digital coupon.

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It might be known for its delicious burgers and fries, but Friendly’s also knows a thing or two about ice cream. In fact, National Ice Cream Day marks the brand's 91st birthday, so what better way to celebrate than to give away free ice cream? Simply stop in on Sunday, July 19, and grab a free scoop or cone, no purchase required.

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8. Häagen-Dazs View this post on Instagram

Every day is National Ice Cream Day with Häagen-Dazs, but the brand is making things even sweeter this holiday by inviting you to slow down and savor life’s sweeter moments with the launch of its new Sundae Series. Guests who stop into one of Häagen-Dazs' scoop shops can indulge in one of three classic sundaes, including Caramel Cone, Chocolate Dipped Strawberry, and Hot Fudge & Caramel. 

The brand is also debuting a limited-time Sundae Funday Club, where Häagen-Dazs Shops rewards members can enjoy exclusive BOGO offers on all three Sundae Series desserts for the remaining Sundays in July. And if you can’t make it to a Häagen-Dazs scoop shop, you can always grab a pint of the new Dark Cherry Truffle or Salted Brown Butter Cookie in stores.

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Insomnia Cookies is best known for its decadent late-night warm cookie delivery, but the company has also quietly become the largest company-owned scoop shop network in the U.S., serving up a whopping 10 million scoops in 2025 alone. As such, Insomnia is celebrating National Ice Cream Day by giving guests a free two-scoop cup with any $5 purchase, in-bakery or on local delivery—no rewards membership required. And if you are a member, you’ll earn double points all weekend.

10. Marble Slab Creamery View this post on Instagram

Marble Slab Creamery is giving ice cream fans plenty to scream about this National Ice Cream Day. On Sunday, July 19, loyalty members can enjoy a free small cup of ice cream, no purchase necessary. And if you’re not a member already, all you have to do is join for free to take advantage of the deal. The brand is also celebrating the entire month by giving away $50 gift cards every week through July 31, so you can enter for a chance to win a gift card too.

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Protein Pints is making National Ice Cream Day even more fun by turning the sweet holiday into a national adventure. Fans nationwide can participate in the Golden Pint Scavenger Hunt, where actual physical Golden Pints will be hidden in select cities across the country. Fans who can decipher riddled clues and find the prized pints will win $1,000 plus free Protein Pints for the rest of the year. Starting July 16, the brand will drop hints each day at 11:00 a.m., with each clue narrowing down the search from state to city to exact landmark. Luckily, the brand is also allowing fans to play along online by dropping the "The Golden Pint" online game at proteinpints.com.

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Van Leeuwen, the innovative ice cream brand known for creating unconventional flavors like Hidden Valley Ranch and pizza, is celebrating National Ice Cream Day, true to form, by collaborating with home furniture brand Lovesac on a limited-edition launch that’s anything but average. The partnership, which drops July 18, celebrates some of Van Leeuwen’s best-selling flavors, including the 10-year anniversary of its indulgent Honeycomb flavor, by turning them into a comfy collection of custom CitySac Covers, each featuring a pocket perfectly sized to hold an ice cream scoop or spoon.

Additionally, Van Leeuwen will be giving away $3 scoops of Honeycomb ice cream at all locations from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. on National Ice Cream Day. Fans who live in New York will also be able to visit the Van Leeuwen Tribeca location, which will be transformed into the official Honeycomb Hub. The first 100 guests will receive a scratch-off ticket offering the chance to win a variety of different prizes, including:

• The Lovesac x Van Leeuwen Honeycomb CitySac
• A Van Leeuwen x Material Kitchen ice cream scooper plus 4 pints of Honeycomb
• Free scoop cards
• Autographed cookbooks
• Van Leeuwen merch
• Special ice cream discounts

13. Wendy’s 

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Celebrating National Ice Cream Day without a Frosty from Wendy’s is like eating a Frosty with no fries. They just go together, and to prove it, Wendy’s is giving fans a small Frosty for only $1 starting Sunday, July 19. And if you can’t make it in on the official holiday, the promotion will run through August 23. What could be sweeter than that?

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Ryan Hurst, who played Harry "Opie" Winston on Sons of Anarchy, was cast as the leading role of Kratos in the new God of War series coming to Amazon Prime Video. The actor suffered a serious injury on the set of the drama, which is a video game adaptation that fans have been eagerly awaiting. It follows a father and son who embark on a journey to spread the ashes of their wife and mother.  

According to Deadline, Hurst will no longer be portraying Kratos after tearing a bicep while performing a stunt for the show. The incident caused production to pause, and it is still on hiatus.

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As the outlet stated, “This is a heartbreaking development for Hurst, who underwent a physical transformation after getting the role, putting on 40 pounds of muscle, and worked hard for months on the Vancouver set filming the physically demanding role until getting hurt performing his duties.”

They continued, “Hurst’s projected recovery time is unclear, but for a serious bicep tear requiring surgery, it is typically 4-6 months, with a return to full strength taking up to a year. Given the physicality of the role, it will likely not have been safe for Hurst to resume filming until 2027. According to sources, while Hurst’s full recovery is a priority, the period required for it was longer than the production shooting schedule could accommodate, leading to the difficult decision to recast the role.”

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Deadline also reported that four episodes of the show have already been completed. Each episode will have to be reshot with the new actor that they select to portray Kratos. The co-lead, who is played by Callum Vinson, will most likely have to refilm his parts as well, since he is a child actor and may look different when filming future episodes than he did in the completed episodes.

Hurst is currently appearing in Christopher Nolan’s film adaptation of The Odyssey, which is in theaters now. The film also includes Tom Holland,  Zendaya, Elliot Page, Anne Hathaway, Matt Damon, and Robert Pattinson.

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Growing up in coastal Massachusetts, preppy style is ingrained from a young age. Boat-life staples like Sperry Topsiders, comfy beach-day coverups, and the right sweaters for chilly nights are essential for navigating the island's ever-changing temperatures.

With The 5-Star Weekend out on Netflix, all eyes have turned to Nantucket, the tiny island off the coast of Cape Cod. But getting that ultra-chill, effortless preppy style right can be tricky. While you might be tempted to copy high-end designer fashion, there’s actually no need. Real on-island style is all about effortless cool, not chasing trends.

Whether you're grabbing a morning matcha at The Lemon Press, spending a sun-drenched afternoon at Jetties Beach, or heading out for a casual sunset drink at Cisco Brewers, you want outfits that can seamlessly transition with you.

Fortunately, that can easily be done with a few pieces from direct-to-consumer brand Quince—my absolute favorite destination for affordable, high-quality material staples.

Here's what I'm packing for my next trip to ACK:

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100% European Linen Long Sleeve Shirt

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Nothing says effortless coastal elegance quite like a crisp linen button-down. Quince uses premium European flax that breathes well on hot July days but gives you just enough coverage when the ocean breeze kicks in. It’s pre-washed for extra softness, so it won’t feel stiff. It has that high-end designer look without the high-end price tag.

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Italian Leather & Raffia Crossbody

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This bag combines structured, top-grain Italian leather with tightly woven natural raffia, giving you that luxurious boutique look for a fraction of the cost. It’s spacious enough for your sunglasses, phone, and lipstick without weighing you down. The perfect hands-free companion for an afternoon stroll through the town's historic cobblestone streets

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Italian Cami One-Piece Swimsuit

Finding a swimsuit that feels both chic and supportive can be a challenge. This one-piece is made from premium Italian fabric that offers excellent shape retention, gentle compression, and built-in UPF 50+ sun protection. It features a classic cami silhouette with adjustable straps to give you a perfectly tailored fit. It doubles beautifully as a bodysuit. Throw on a pair of wide-leg linen pants or a breezy wrap skirt, and you are instantly ready to transition from a beach lounger to an outdoor patio table at The Faraway.

Shop it at Quince!100% European Linen Smocked Midi Dress

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A smocked bodice is incredibly forgiving—it stretches comfortably where you need it to while holding its shape. Combined with a lightweight, breathable midi skirt, this dress keeps you cool, put-together, and completely comfortable all day long. Slip it on with some elegant metallic sandals and your favorite gold hoops for a sunset dinner at Cru. It’s the ultimate "one-and-done" outfit that looks instantly polished.

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Organic French Terry Crew

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Nantucket nights are famously chilly, making a high-quality layer absolute non-negotiable. This crewneck is knit from ultra-soft organic cotton loopback French terry. It's breathable, exceptionally soft against the skin, and lacks the bulky weight of standard sweatshirts. Drape it over your shoulders during the day for that classic preppy look, then pull it on over your linen shirt when the fog rolls in during a late night out.

Shop it at Quince!Italian Leather Flip Flops

These are crafted from buttery-soft Italian leather that molds comfortably to your feet—no painful breaking-in period required. They offer a ultra-slim, minimalist profile that looks incredibly upscale, giving you the luxury resort aesthetic for a fraction of the price. Slip them on for a casual day of shopping downtown, a trip to the beach, or out dancing late-night at The Chicken Box.

Shop it at Quince! Toquilla Straw Crochet Fedora

Sun protection is a non-negotiable, but it should still look fabulous. This classic fedora is hand-woven from genuine Toquilla straw using a breathable crochet stitch that lets air circulate so your head stays cool. It’s lightweight, keeps its structured shape beautifully, and offers an elegant way to shield your face from the harsh midday sun. Pair it with your linen shirt and oversized sunglasses while lounging at Jetties Beach.

Shop it at Quince!Gold Diamond Petit Tennis Bracelet

Quince offers solid 14k gold and genuine, sparkling diamonds at a completely revolutionary price point. Because it's solid gold, it won't tarnish, flake, or turn your skin green—making it an investment piece you can truly wear every single day. Wear it solo for a touch of everyday sparkle, or stack it with your favorite watch for a sunset dinner at Galley Beach.

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In 1974, Chicago bassist Peter Cetera wrote a smooth ballad that was missing just one key element: the perfect backing vocals.

The addition of one of the most legendary bands of the 1960s created a classic rock hit. The song remains one of the most vocally stunning of the early part of the decade.

The Beach Boys provided backing vocals on the hit Chicago song "Wishing You Were Here." The groups were brought together by Jim Guercio, who was a bass player for the Beach Boys and the shared manager of both bands, according to Far Out Magazine.

In 1974, Chicago was recording at Caribou Ranch, the Colorado studio built by Guercio. Cetera had written a smooth, wistful ballad that needed the perfect backing harmonies.

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To get the ethereal sound Chicago was looking for, the band called on Beach Boys members Al Jardine, Carl Wilson, and Dennis Wilson to lend their vocals to the track. Their signature harmonies gave the song an unmistakable edge.

The Beach Boys' vocals gave the already musically sound song the boost it needed to land one step outside the Billboard Top 10 in November 1974. Additionally, per Songfacts, "Wishing You Were Here" was the third Chicago song to hit the top spot on the Adult Contemporary chart, following 1969's "Beginnings" and 1974's "Call on Me."

“I think we were already coming back as a concert band when [Guercio] joined us, but we have a great respect for him and we also like Chicago’s music," said Dennis Wilson of Guercio's instinct at putting the two bands together.

Ironically, at the time of their Chicago collaboration, the Beach Boys were in a strange spot, career-wise. While their newer albums struggled commercially, their greatest-hits compilation Endless Summer had rocketed to Number 1, sparking a massive wave of 1960s nostalgia. That peak chart position occurred right around the time of their recording with Chicago.

Ultimately, the collaboration helped boost the Beach Boys' popularity. Chicago and the Beach Boys co-headlined the Beachago Tour in 1975, playing solo sets of their beloved hits and a collaborative finale. Beachago II occurred in 1989.

"Wishing You Were Here" proved that Chicago’s smooth melodies and the Beach Boys’ signature harmonies were a perfect match. Today, the song stands as a timeless reminder of what can happen when a great collaboration works.

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Madewell is one of the go-to brands for elevated wardrobe staples, from cozy sweaters to reliable denim that shoppers swear by year after year. But if you picked up one of two sweater styles recently, it's worth checking your closet before you wear it again.

The brand is recalling roughly 5,900 women's sweaters after the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission determined the garments fail to meet a mandatory federal flammability standard, posing a burn hazard that officials say could lead to serious injury or death.

The recall, announced July 16, covers the Double V-Neck Pullover (Style #NT611) and V-Neck Cardigan (Style #NT612), both sold in light blue and cream, with or without buttons, in sizes XS through L. They were available at Madewell and T.J. Maxx stores nationwide, as well as online at Madewell.com, between December 2024 and October 2025, priced between $138 and $148.

You can check whether you own one of the recalled sweaters by looking at the neck label for the Madewell name and size, along with a sewn-in side seam label reading "NT611" or "NT612" and "HO24." Madewell has received one report of a sweater catching fire, though no injuries have been reported.

For plenty of shoppers, the news raised a question they hadn't thought about before: Can adult clothing even get recalled? On Reddit, one user joked about the mismatch between the brand's name and the news, writing simply, "Hmm, madenotthatwell."

Recalls like this one are a good reminder to register your purchases when possible and keep an eye on CPSC recall alerts, especially as more retailers face scrutiny over product safety standards this year, following similar recent recalls on items ranging from children's sandals to specialty shampoo.

If you own one of the recalled sweaters, stop wearing it immediately and contact Madewell for a full refund. To receive one, you'll need to cut the sweater in half, email a photo of the destroyed garment to 24-7@madewell.com, and dispose of it. Questions can be directed to Madewell at 866-544-1937, available daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET.

Pat Travers is known as one of the greatest rock guitarists of all time, and it’s no wonder. The future rock legend started playing the guitar at 12 and was just 22 when he first released what would become his career-defining song, “Boom Boom (Out Go the Lights).”

The song, which originally appeared in the Pat Travers band’s 1976 debut album, exploded on the 1979 live album release Live! Go for What You Know. "Boom Boom" had a seven-week run on the Billboard Hot 100 in the fall of 1979.

Travers’ love for the song dates back to his teen years.

“When I was doing my first album, I needed a filler,” Travers said in an interview published by Rick Keene Music Scene. “I had originally heard ‘Boom Boom’ played by this guy when I was thirteen. Richard Newell was his name and he was a great blues harp player. He performed it in Hamilton, Ontario, and it stuck in my head. I decided to use it on my first album, and it became a huge hit. It became somewhat of an organic hit, and I am not sick of talking about it yet.”

Written by record label owner Stan Lewis, “Boom Boom (Out Go the Lights)” was originally recorded by Little Walter in 1957. The lyrics, which feature a knockout boxing phrase, were thought to be about domestic violence. But Travers never played it that way. His version of the song featured a showcase for his guitar skills and became known as the ultimate audience singalong as the crowd answered, "Out go the lights!" after he called out "Boom boom."

In a 1980 cover story for Guitar Player magazine, Travers talked about the audience reaction to the song.

“We've been doing [the song]  the same way for three years now and getting the same audience reactions,” he shared at the time. “It was written by a guy called Stan Lewis, who I don't even know. I just always thought it was a cool tune.”

While it was a popular concert closer, Travers was surprised when his live version of the song became a hit on Live! Go for What You Know.

“We picked one show, which I think was from Gainesville, Florida, and then grabbed ‘Boom Boom (Out Go the Lights)’ from here in Orlando,“ he recalled in an interview with Vintage Rock. "And when it was done, I kind of forgot about it and started working on the next studio album. And then, three or four months later, it’s like, ‘Oh guess what, you’ve got to go back out on the road. You’ve got a radio hit with ‘Boom Boom (Out Go The Lights)’.’ And I’m like, ‘You’re kidding.’ So it was all a big surprise to me, you know.”

In a separate interview, Travers told Classic Rock Revisited that he didn’t initially think of “Boom Boom (Out Go the Lights)” as a standout on the live album.

“It was just a song in the set,” he said. “I had really no idea. It was a goofy song in the set, and I was really surprised.”

Nearly 50 years after the song’s success, Travers continues to perform “Boom Boom” live.  The Pat Travers Band currently has tour dates scheduled through September 2026.

Related: 1979 Rock Classic Featuring 3-Minute Twin Guitar Solos Became a Road Trip Anthem

One of the most iconic bands of the 1970s has finally been on the road again, and that is the legendary power trio Rush, who have found new life since the passing of their dearly missed drummer Neil Peart. After years of not touring following his death, the group have soldiered on with drummer Anika Nilles, and have been delivering some amazing shows.

Rush dominated the '70s and '80s with their powerful progressive rock, which led them to sell the 90th most albums of all time in the U.S with 26 million copies. The band have a unique and unmistakable sound that has made them known to millions of people around the world.

Recently at one of their concerts, fans were absolutely blown away by a performance of one of the band's most impressive tunes, a massive virtuoso instrumental that incapsulates everything Rush is: "La Villa Strangiato."

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The song is a journey in the purest sense of the word. It captures everything that fans love about the band, featuring some mind-melting playing from all three instruments that make up the song.

Fans were absolutely stunned by the performance, both by how good it was, and by how much they missed hearing this classic song live.

"Was just an incredible evening with Rush."

"I’ve loved RUSH from day one. This tour is fabulous!!! I’m surprised it has me so emotional!!😭 😎"

"Just gives me chills. Had mixed feelings about putting another drummer on stage with Rush but she’s freaking amazing and watching Alex and Getty looking so happy is awesome."

It's been such a joy to have Rush out on the road again. They're a musical voice in the rock scene that was greatly missed during their time away from touring. I'm so glad that they have found such a second wind after such a tragedy.

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The 1980s were one of the most experimental decades in McDonald's history. By then, the Golden Arches had already cemented itself as the world's biggest fast-food chain, but it wasn't content to rely solely on classics like the Big Mac, Quarter Pounder and Filet-O-Fish. Instead, the company spent the decade introducing new sandwiches, expanding breakfast, testing lighter fare and reimagining some of its most popular menu items. Some of those experiments became permanent fixtures. Chicken McNuggets, for example, rolled out nationally in the early 1980s and quickly proved that customers were eager to order something not on a bun.

Not every new idea enjoyed the same success though.

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Throughout the decade, McDonald's introduced everything from bakery treats and healthier lunch options to burgers with innovative packaging. Some were victims of changing consumer tastes. Others proved too complicated to produce or simply couldn't compete with the menu's biggest stars. Even so, many of them developed loyal followings before quietly disappearing.

Decades later, many of those discontinued favorites continue to spark nostalgic conversations online. Whether longtime customers are reminiscing about the flavor of McDonald's original fries, debating whether the McDLT deserves another shot or wishing the chain would once again serve its crispy fried apple pies, these menu items have earned a lasting place in fast-food history.

Discontinued McDonald's Items From the 1980s

Here are seven McDonald's favorites that disappeared in the 1980s that fans wish would make a comeback.

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Long before McCafé became commonplace, McDonald's experimented with expanding its breakfast bakery offerings. One of the sweetest additions was the Caramel Pecan Roll, a soft pastry coated in sticky caramel glaze and topped with crunchy pecans. It felt more like something from a neighborhood bakery than a typical fast-food breakfast.

While Egg McMuffins and hotcakes became breakfast staples, the Caramel Pecan Roll eventually disappeared as McDonald's streamlined its morning menu. Even today, fans regularly mention the pastry in online nostalgia discussions, remembering it as one of the chain's most indulgent breakfast treats.

2. Onion Nuggets, 1975-1984

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Before Chicken McNuggets became one of the most successful fast-food launches of all time, McDonald's experimented with another nugget-style snack: Onion Nuggets. Rather than serving traditional onion rings, the chain coated chunks of onion in seasoned breading before frying them until crisp.

Although Onion Nuggets developed a small following, they were never popular enough for the chain to release them nationwide. Available in various test markets for nearly a decade, they never caught on the way their chicken counterparts would just a few years later. Looking back, they're an interesting glimpse into McDonald's willingness to test new ideas before landing on one of the biggest menu successes in company history.

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3. The McDLT, 1984-1990

The McDLT proved that sometimes presentation can be just as memorable as the food itself. Rather than arriving fully assembled, the sandwich came in a two-compartment foam container that separated the hot beef patty from the cool lettuce and tomato. Customers combined the two just before eating, giving rise to the memorable slogan, "Keep the hot side hot, and the cool side cool."

The concept captured plenty of attention, but the oversized foam packaging eventually became difficult to justify as environmental concerns surrounding polystyrene began to grow in the late 1980s. The sandwich began disappearing near the end of the decade and was completely pulled in 1990. More than any other item on the list, the McDLT's clever marketing campaign and unmistakable packaging have helped keep it alive in the memories of McDonald's fans.

4. Chicken L.T., 1986-1988

After Chicken McNuggets became a breakout hit in the early 1980s, McDonald's looked for new ways to capitalize on America's growing appetite for chicken. One of those efforts was the Chicken L.T., a grilled chicken sandwich topped with lettuce and tomato that borrowed the same innovative packaging concept as the McDLT. The two-compartment container kept the hot chicken separate from the cool toppings until customers were ready to eat, preserving the sandwich's fresh texture.

Despite the clever presentation, the Chicken L.T. never achieved the same popularity as the McDLT, its beef counterpart. The sandwich disappeared after a relatively short run, but it remains an interesting reminder of how aggressively McDonald's experimented with its menu throughout the decade. While grilled chicken sandwiches have since become a staple across the fast-food industry, longtime McDonald's fans still remember the Chicken L.T. as one of the chain's earliest attempts to bring a lighter sandwich option to the menu without sacrificing the signature McDonald's experience.

5. The Chopped Beefsteak Sandwich, 1970-1982

As McDonald's looked for ways to expand beyond its core burger lineup, it introduced the Chopped Beefsteak Sandwich in 1979. Served on a long roll with chopped beef, onions and steak sauce, the sandwich was an ambitious attempt to offer customers an experience that felt closer to a traditional restaurant meal than fast food.

Although it arrived at the tail end of the 1970s, the Chopped Beefsteak Sandwich remained on the menu into the early 1980s before being discontinued nationally. The sandwich never really found its footing, but it's still talked about as one of the chain's more intriguing experiments. For longtime fans, it's a reminder of a period when McDonald's wasn't afraid to test ideas that stretched well beyond the formula that made it famous.

6. Cheddar Melt, 1988-1989 and recurring limited releases

The Cheddar Melt wasn't your typical McDonald's cheeseburger. Introduced as a limited-time offering in the late 1980s, it featured a beef patty topped with grilled onions and creamy cheddar cheese sauce on a rye bun, creating a richer, more savory flavor than the chain's standard burgers.

Although it never earned a permanent place on the menu, the Cheddar Melt developed a devoted following. McDonald's even brought it back in select markets over the years, fueling hope that another comeback might someday be in the cards.

7. Original McDonald's Fries, 1949-1990

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If there's one discontinued McDonald's favorite that still sparks passionate debate, it's the chain's original fries.

McDonald's used to cook its world-famous potatoes in an oil blend made up of 93 percent beef tallow, giving them the rich, savory flavor many longtime customers insist has never been duplicated. However, in the late '80s, the company began switching to vegetable oil in response to growing concerns about saturated fat. By July of 1990, the company officially switched to vegetable oil across all U.S. locations, fundamentally altering the flavor profile of one of its most iconic menu items.

More than three decades later, the debate refuses to die. When McDonald's nostalgia is discussed online, countless fans argue that the original fries were superior and urge the chain to bring back the old recipe. While that seems unlikely, their lasting reputation says everything about just how memorable they were. For many customers, no discontinued McDonald's item from the 1980s has left a bigger hole in the menu than the original fries.

Why These '80s Favorites Still Matter

McDonald's has never been afraid to experiment, and that's a big reason the chain has remained one of the world's most recognizable restaurants. The 1980s, in particular, saw the company push beyond its burger-and-fries formula with new breakfast pastries, lighter lunch options, inventive sandwiches and creative takes on familiar favorites. While not every experiment hit with consumers, each one helped the evolution of the menu.

Today, these discontinued favorites continue to fuel nostalgic conversations among longtime customers who remember exactly what made them special. Whether it's the unmistakable flavor of fries cooked in beef tallow, the clever packaging of the McDLT or the sticky sweetness of the Caramel Pecan Roll, these menu items prove that sometimes the foods we miss the most are the ones that dared to try something different. And if McDonald's ever decided to bring any of them back, it's safe to say plenty of fans would be scrambling to be first in line.

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When you hear the soaring notes of a legendary 1981 ballad, the word disturbing is probably the last word that comes to mind.

But while the chart-topping anthem "Endless Love" became a global symbol of romance, the teenage movie that spawned it was anything but sweet. Now, 45 years after the film's release, Brooke Shields is reflecting on the film's legacy in a new social media update.

Shields celebrated the 45th anniversary of the feature film Endless Love via Instagram on July 17. She wrote, "So hard to believe this movie came out 45 years ago today!! Have you watched Endless Love since 1981?"

The actress did not speak about the film's dark backstory in her social media post. Nor did she discuss the No. 1 Billboard hit it spawned, performed by Diana Ross and Lionel Richie, which was ultimately nominated for an Academy Award in 1982.

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Endless Love starred Shields, Martin Hewitt, James Spader, Tom Cruise, Don Murray, Shirley Knight, Beatrice Straight, and Richard Kiley. Shields and Hewitt took center stage, while the film served as a launching pad for a young Cruise in his very first screen role.

The film told the story of a passionate teenage romance between a young girl, Jade (Shields), and her boyfriend, David (Hewitt), that turned into a dangerous, consuming obsession. Her family attempted to separate the couple, but in a desperate reaction to the intervention, the boyfriend spiraled out of control and deliberately burned down her family's home, destroying their lives in the process.

Fans recalled the movie and its deep impact on their young years. They shared their thoughts in the post's comments section.

"The movie, the book, the song…such a big part of our 80s life," wrote one follower. A second fan penned, "This movie defined my teenage years, right along with The Blue Lagoon. I admire you, Brooke Shields. Thank you for being part of my adolescence."

A third admirer noted, "I watched it a few months ago. One of my favorite movies and song!" "I’ve watched this more times than I even know!!" concluded a fourth social media user.

The film was helmed by legendary Romeo and Juliet director Franco Zeffirelli, who brought his signature, intense flair to the controversial project. However, the legendary filmmaker's vision reportedly pushed the teenage actors to heavy, uncomfortable limits.

Shields later said of Zeffirelli in the Hulu Documentary, Pretty Baby: Brooke Shields, per Deadline, “The physicality and the exploration of sexuality felt really dangerous to me, and I didn’t trust the director to create a safe environment for me.”

While Endless Love's heavy themes left a complicated mark on Hollywood history, the song it left behind found a life entirely of its own. It became a timeless celebration of romance for generations of listeners.

Brooke Shields’ heartfelt retrospective proves that while the movie itself was controversial for its time, fans continue to celebrate it as an enduring part of their youth decades later.

Related: 1980 Soaring Oscar-Nominated Hit Ballad Remains an Anthem of Self-Reliance and Resilience

Natalie Portman may recognize some of the plot points and characters in Rachel Cusk's upcoming novel, Life of M. 

Unherd writer Valerie Stivers suggests in a July 17 column that Cusk’s upcoming novel is a thinly veiled portrait of Portman's life.

“Chatter in New York literary circles says that Cusk’s upcoming novel, Life of M, is based on Cusk’s relationship with Portman,” Stivers reveals in her Unherd column, entitled A Novelist’s Dark Portrait of Natalie Portman — Rachel Cusk’s New Book Mines the Actress’s Life.

Portman and Cusk are apparently real-life friends, although the Black Swan actress may feel differently after this literary portrayal. Stivers, who apparently accessed a copy pre-publication, claimed the portrayal is not flattering.

"Cusk is brilliant, but her skill has always been at reducing the human to the mathematical product of cold existential forces: the violent struggle between men and women; the primal wounds left by abuse; the emptiness at the heart of identity. In other words, obviously, a Cusk book about you is never going to be flattering," Stivers writes in her column.

Rachel Cusk attends the Ascona Literature Festival "Eventi Letterari Monte Verità - Un'altra vita" on November 11, 2021 in Locarno, Switzerland. (Photo by Maria Moratti/Getty Images)

The novel, set for an Aug. 25, 2026 release, focuses on a famous actress called M, and a writer hired to chronicle her life. “The movie star M is one of the most recognizable faces of our time. Her image is everywhere."

"It has been like that since she was a child. With such fame, her life has the appearance of freedom: people are instantly obliging, spaces are altered to accommodate her, time can be rearranged. M may live in the same places as real people. She may meet her friends or collect her children from school or walk her dogs as they do. But it seems the rules of reality have melted away,” a synopsis from Macmillan Publishers reads, per The Hollywood Reporter.

“Now, a writer has decided to pay close attention to M’s life in the hope of understanding who she really is. It is hard not to feel ugly next to M, hard not to feel insignificant. But what truths ― about the very experience of living ― might this proximity allow the writer to briefly capture?” the synopsis continues.

Portman has previously spoken highly of Cusk's work. When asked in a March 2021 Elle magazine column on her book recommendations and books which surprised her: “That you can know much about a protagonist through the people around them: The Outline Trilogy (Outline, Transit, and Kudos) by Rachel Cusk.”

In 2022, she hosted a discussion with the writer upon publication of Cusk’s 11th novel, Second Place, and picked it for her Instagram book club. She also picked Parade, published in 2024, as the June selection for her Instagram book club.

Before he had Graceland, sold-out concerts and the title "King of Rock 'n' Roll," Elvis Presley experienced a hardship that would shape the early years of his life.

On July 18, 1946, when Elvis was just 11 years old, his family was forced to leave their home on Berry Street in Tupelo, Mississippi, after they could no longer afford the mortgage payments.

The modest two-room shotgun house held special significance for the Presley family. It was where Elvis was born on Jan. 8, 1935, after his parents, Vernon and Gladys Presley, built the home with hopes of creating a better life for their growing family. Vernon had borrowed money to construct the house, but like many families in the years following the Great Depression, the Presleys struggled financially.

When they fell behind on the payments, they lost the home and moved to Commerce Street in Tupelo, beginning a period of frequent moves as the family searched for affordable places to live.

Despite the challenges, Gladys and Vernon worked hard to provide for their son. Elvis grew up surrounded by the music of the South, attending church services filled with gospel music while also hearing blues and country sounds throughout Tupelo. Those early influences would later become the foundation of the groundbreaking musical style that made him a global superstar.

In 1948, the family relocated to Memphis, Tennessee, hoping for better opportunities. It was there that Elvis' life began to change. As a teenager, he immersed himself in the city's rich musical culture before recording his first songs at Sun Studio and launching one of the most influential careers in music history.

The struggles of Elvis' childhood never left him.

Friends and family often recalled that Presley remained deeply aware of where he came from, and after finding success, he frequently helped relatives and friends financially. In 1957, he purchased Graceland, giving his parents the stability they had lacked during his childhood and creating the home that would become forever linked to his legacy.

Today, Elvis' birthplace on Berry Street has been preserved as the Elvis Presley Birthplace, allowing fans to see the humble beginnings of one of music's greatest icons.

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Pat Benatar released “Invincible” in 1985. It was the theme song for The Legend of Billie Jean, a drama about two siblings who become fugitives, which starred Helen Slater and Christian Slater. Although the film is now considered a cult classic, it was a box office bomb at the time that Benatar called, “one of the worst movies ever made.”

The song, however, became a massive hit. It peaked at No. 10 on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming the singer’s fourth and final top 10 hit in America.

When speaking about the song to Ultimate Classic Rock, Benatar said, "It has served so many situations. It's always had that kind of sentiment behind it, and, y'know, things are crazy right now; when I sing it now, it's pretty militant. I'm like, 'Listen to this!'"

She continued, "Whenever I was choosing a song that wasn't written by us, it was really important that the sentiment was something I would have written about had I thought of it. So it said everything I wanted to say, about strength and standing up and never giving up, that kind of thing."

She also spoke about how powerful it was when she had performed the song to an audience on September 11, 2001. "It was nuts,” she said. “I always sang it as a song of empowerment, but this took on a whole other life that night, and they went berserk. Everyone was sobbing. They had sheets that said 'God Bless America' on them, and it was such a moment because I was just shaking from the emotion of being afraid I couldn't do it. It was like the lights went on and the words were new, like it was the first time I ever sang it. It wasn't, of course, but it had such an impact on (the crowd), and us."

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Benatar had other massive hits throughout her career, including "Love Is a Battlefield," "Hit Me With Your Best Shot," and "Heartbreaker." She had two multi-platinum albums, five platinum albums, and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2022. She is now 73.

The modern travel world has changed a lot over the last decade. Most of us stopped thinking of "all-inclusive" as a compromise a long time ago. The days of choosing between the thoughtful design of a boutique hotel and the total relaxation of a hands-off, wallet-free vacation are officially behind us. What we’re looking for now is simple: an effortless escape that still delivers real culinary depth, striking architecture, and spaces that feel genuinely connected to where we're landing.

A new resort partnership is taking that exact philosophy straight to the edge of the Pacific.
Hyatt has announced the upcoming debut of Grand Hyatt Los Cabos Resort, Golf & Spa, slated to open its doors in the second half of 2026. Tucked inside the oceanfront Oleada Pacific Living & Golf community in Cabo San Lucas, the 301-room property marks a major first: it is the first-ever fully all-inclusive resort for the classic Grand Hyatt brand.

By taking a strictly à la carte, chef-driven approach to its menus and pairing it with a layout that mirrors the natural texture of the Baja coast, the design captures a raw, sophisticated coastal elegance, building an atmosphere where the pressure to keep a schedule completely dissolves. Whether you’re sneaking away for a solo wellness reset, planning a long-overdue trip with close friends, or gathering a multi-generational family crew for a major milestone, the focus here is entirely on slowing down.

Here's a first look at what is coming to the Cabo coast.

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A New Approach to Life on the Coast Rendering of Outdoor Function

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Bringing a brand like Grand Hyatt into the all-inclusive space is a deliberate move to match how people want to experience a beach vacation right now—where luxury is defined by the absence of signatures, checks, and interruptions.

Jason Ballard, Hyatt’s SVP and Global Brand Leader, notes that the destination naturally fits the brand’s perspective on hospitality. "This is an exciting milestone because it brings the Grand Hyatt brand into the all-inclusive space for the first time, and Los Cabos is the kind of destination where this evolution feels natural. Grand Hyatt hotels are designed to be destinations within a destination, with a sense of grandeur, energy and connection to place. We now can bring this to life through an all-inclusive lens, pairing the ease our World of Hyatt members and guests want with the distinctive design, culinary programming, service and elevated experiences they expect from Hyatt’s Classics Portfolio."

The resort will feature 301 rooms, including 57 suites and 42 swim-out rooms. The accommodations are built as breezy, light-filled retreats featuring marble bathrooms, deep soaking tubs, and private balconies that frame the ocean.

"What makes this resort especially compelling is the balance it offers, whether you are looking for a beachfront escape with your partner, a destination wedding venue or a memorable family and friends’ getaway," Ballard says. "It's a meaningful next step for Grand Hyatt and Hyatt’s broader all-inclusive growth because it demonstrates how the model can be elevated while still staying true to the brand."

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Leaning Into the Natural Drama of Baja Rendering of Pool

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Architecturally, the resort doesn't try to compete with its surroundings. Instead, the low-slung buildings hugs the coastline, blending clean lines with the specific textures of the desert and the sea.

"The design is centered around the Baja lifestyle while staying true to Grand Hyatt, which has always been about bold, memorable spaces that inspire guests to gather, explore and feel part of something special," Ballard explains. "In Los Cabos, this means leaning into the natural drama of the Pacific coastline, desert landscape, light, texture and sense of openness. The architecture and interiors are designed to feel refined, coastal and expansive, with natural light, thoughtful gathering spaces and an intentional indoor-outdoor rhythm."

The spaces are arranged to capture the natural light and the rhythm of the ocean. "The challenge was less about balancing two different ideas and more about making sure they enhanced each other," Ballard says. "Grand Hyatt gives us the scale, polish and sense of occasion, while Los Cabos gives the resort its soul, warmth and visual identity."

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From Pan-Asian Classics to a Hidden Speakeasy Rendering of Ballroom

Grand Hyatt Los Cabos Resort, Golf & Spa

With five à la carte restaurants and five distinct bars, the property functions like a local culinary neighborhood. You can easily drift from casual daytime spots to lively evening lounges, with every menu offering curated, made-to-order dishes.

The standout of the culinary lineup is Sekai, a signature Pan-Asian restaurant built around a social, shared style of dining. "Sekai is the resort’s signature Pan-Asian restaurant, and it brings a dynamic, social dining energy that feels in line with how guests want to experience a resort today," Ballard says. "The menu draws from a range of Asian culinary traditions, with tandoori specialties, handmade bao, wok-fired dishes, curries, premium seafood, reserve cuts and craft cocktails."

For the rest of your itinerary, you can explore the beachfront Mexican flavors at Brasamar, the coastal Italian style of Casa Lido, a refined steakhouse, or head into the corners of the property to track down a hidden, intimate speakeasy for a late-night craft cocktail.

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Finding Your Own Pace Rendering of Guestroom

Grand Hyatt Los Cabos Resort, Golf & Spa

The layout of the property is built to allow different styles of vacations to happen at the same time without overlapping. If your main goal is total quiet, you can spend mornings at the adults-only pool, schedule time in the traditional Mexican temazcal sweat lodge, or head into the spa's private treatment cabins.

"Guests can spend the day at the adults-only pool, enjoy with a treatment in one of the spa’s private cabins, take part in wellness programming, visit one of the many on-property restaurants, play golf or simply spend time by the ocean," Ballard notes. "The resort is designed for both relaxation and discovery, so travelers can be as active or as slow-paced as desired."

If you want a bit more movement, the resort features an 18-hole golf course designed by Ernie Els, pickleball courts, and a high-tech fitness center. Families traveling with kids will also have their own dedicated infrastructure, including kids' and teens' clubs, family infinity pools, a beachfront pool, and an on-site water splash park.

But when it comes to the place that ties the whole resort together, Ballard points right to the horizon line. "The rooftop bar and lounge is going to be a hit with sweeping views of the Los Cabos coastline. It is sophisticated but still relaxed, which is exactly the feeling we wanted throughout the resort. This is also a great place to bring your families. I think a lot of memories will be made by the pool and along the beachfront."

With the countdown officially on for the grand opening, your next long-weekend escape just got a whole lot easier to visualize.

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Some of the biggest songs in music history almost belonged to someone else.

One of Bruce Springsteen's most recognizable hits was originally written with another legendary group in mind before it became a signature song for The Boss.

Springsteen revealed that he wrote "Hungry Heart" after seeing The Ramones perform in Asbury Park and wanted to create something specifically for the punk rock band. But after hearing the track, it was The Boss' manager, Jon Landau, who encouraged him to keep it—a decision that changed the course of rock history.

"We were talking for a while, and I was like, 'Man I've got to write the Ramones a song,'" Springsteen recalled during a visit to The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon. "So I went home and I sat at my table and I wrote it in about the time it took me to sing it. I brought it in and we went to make a demo for it or I played it for [Jon Landau], and he said, 'Nah, you better keep that one.' He was right about that. It did pretty well."

Indeed it did. "Hungry Heart" was Springsteen's first major hit, making it to No. 5 on the Billboard Top 100 chart. The upbeat track had more of a pop sound than some of Springsteen's earlier songs—but it was a massive success. Some might even say that "Hungry Heart" turned Springsteen into a mainstream radio artist.

Looking back, it’s hard to imagine "Hungry Heart" belonging to anyone else. While The Ramones helped inspire the song’s creation, Springsteen’s version became a defining moment in his career and introduced his music to an even wider audience. Decades later, the track remains one of his most recognizable hits—a reminder that some of rock’s biggest moments come from the songs that almost never happened the way fans know them today.

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It’s not easy to step out of your own shell, but after graduating high school, it’s essential. This is exactly what Emily pushes herself to do in The Introvert’s Guide to Kissing in Europe by Brenda Janowitz.

This YA romance is more than just a story of a teenager falling in love. Emily gets to find herself while reliving her grandmother’s younger years. It was always the plan, but not quite the way it played out.

Parade has an exclusive first read of the summer novel, coming out on Aug. 18, 2026. It’s a great chance to understand the heart of Emily’s journey — what was supposed to be, and what is happening now. There’s a heartfelt message within the passages, as we spend a little time with grief when Emily thinks about her sister, who has passed away at some point before the story.

There’s also the story of finding oneself. Emily doesn’t usually take risks. She wouldn’t normally head out on a solo trip around Europe, but the only way she can grow and learn is by doing so. As is brought up in the excerpt, the best way to learn a language is to immerse yourself in it, and anyone who has learned a foreign language will tell you the same thing.

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As she’s taking risks, she comes across her favorite social media influencer. Don't they often say not to meet your heroes? Well, sometimes, maybe they're not too bad.

That chance encounter takes her on a wild journey of dancing the night away, pickpockets, and heartbreak. She experiences all the good and bad that life has to offer as she works her way through different countries to follow in her grandmother’s — who sometimes she wishes was more like a real grandmother — footsteps.

The excerpt is taken from the third chapter of the story. It’s a chance to see Emily’s first experiences of Spain, a country she thought she’d do well on thanks to high school Spanish. It turns out that her Spanish isn’t as great as she expected, and that’s certainly dented her confidence a little.

CHAPTER 3

My phone buzzed—Grandma Rose on FaceTime.

“Tell me everything,” she said.

“Um . . .”

“That bad already?”

“No,” I said, not wanting to seem ungrateful. After all, the gap year was her idea, and the airline miles it took to fly me here were hers, too. “It’s wonderful. The flight over was great, and the hotel is completely gorgeous.”

“Did you stay up all day to try to get yourself on Madrid time?”

“Um . . .”

“So, no,” she said, laughter in her voice. “But now it looks like you’re at some fabulous Spanish restaurant where you’ll no doubt meet a sexy stranger to help you practice your Spanish?”

“Um . . .”

“Okay, I get it,” she said, nodding. “You need to ease your way in. Nothing wrong with that.”

“I can’t understand anything anyone is saying,” I blurted out, “and no one can understand me.”

Grandma Rose laughed. “I toured the entire world four times, and I never spoke another language as well as you do. Give it time, and when all else fails, just flirt your way through.”

The edges of my mouth turned up. Grandmotherly advice at its finest.

You see, my grandma Rose isn’t like other grandmothers. She doesn’t bake cookies, she can’t sew, and she doesn’t do early bird specials. When we go for dinner, she takes me into the city for a “fabulous evening” (her words) of “delectable treats” (also her words), “unexpected adventures” (yup, still her words), and “thrilling conversation” (I think you get the pattern here).

And yes, she really talks that way.

Sometimes I wonder what it would be like to have a grandmother more like my best friend Amelia’s. A “grandmother” grandmother. Like the ones you see on commercials. Amelia’s grandmother knits a new sweater for her every fall. Amelia’s grandmother’s house always smells like garlic and onions being roasted, and sometimes freshly baked bread. Amelia’s grandmother’s house has floors that creak, lived-in couches that tell stories about Amelia’s childhood, and a cookie jar in the kitchen that’s somehow always full. And she gives great hugs.

My grandmother lives in a sleek, modern high-rise right on the boardwalk in Long Beach with a wraparound balcony and a view of the ocean. She redecorates every three years, and she doesn’t knit me sweaters. (Though she does love taking me into Manhattan for back-to-school shopping every fall.) She doesn’t eat sugar or carbs, her best friends are two married gay men, and her condo smells like Chanel No. 5.

To be fair, she gives great hugs, too.

But sometimes I feel like I can never quite measure up. Not in the way my sister, Liv, did. Grandma Rose and Liv always had this special bond—from their love of the stage to their matching heart-shaped faces and deep blue eyes, to their overwhelming confidence that seemed to come so naturally for them but was nonexistent for me.

“Liv was the flirt, not me,” I told my grandmother.

She sighed. “Oh, sweetheart, I know that when I first came up with the idea of sending you to Europe to re-create the itinerary of my 1966 Paris album tour, we talked about you doing it with Liv when you graduated high school and she graduated college as a joint graduation gift. Ever since you two were little, I had planned to send you two to Europe. It’s what we always talked about. You know, if . . . Well, if she hadn’t . . .”

Grandma Rose looked down as she left her words hanging. But I didn’t need her to finish the sentence. I knew what she was going to say next: If your sister hadn’t died.

“But she did,” I said quietly. I took a deep breath.

With tears in her eyes, Grandma Rose said, “I know, my darling. I know.”

“I wish she were here.”

“I do, too,” Grandma Rose said. “Of course, the offer still stands. Just say the word and I’ll be on the next flight out, ready to join you.”

“I think I should do this on my own,” I said, not convinced of it even as I said the words.

“I think you should, too. And I think it’s going to be fabulous. Call me if you need me.”

I was determined to do it on my own. Sure, things had changed, but the idea of re-creating my grandmother’s famous tour was simply too enticing to pass up.

The Paris album was made in 1966. To this day, it funds my grandmother’s lifestyle. (And truth be told, it funds part of ours, too.) Its songs—which my grandmother and Dahlia jointly wrote—have been used in two major motion pictures and six different TV shows and have been sampled by three different rappers.

And it was during the recording of that album that my grandmother fell in love. A head-over-heels, crazy-insane sort of love. The type that burns so brightly that it could never last, despite how badly they’d both wanted it to. The type that was never replicated in her life again. (Apologies, Grandpa Harold.)

A server came over to my table, so I hung up my call and ordered a short stack of pancakes. Pancakes were the first food that Liv ever learned to cook on her own, and she would make them for me whenever I asked. Even after she taught me to make them (her secret was adding a sprinkle of nutmeg), I was convinced that the ones she made tasted better.

After ordering, my phone dinged with a text from my mom on the family group chat. My parents were the tiniest bit—how do I put this gently?—overprotective. But how could they not be, given what they’d gone through? So, I always did the right thing. I had to. What choice did I have? Ever since losing Liv, I’ve known how important my role in the family is. My parents don’t have to worry—they’ll never lose me like they lost Liv. I’m the consummate good girl.

MOM: Settling in okay?

ME: Everything’s great!

DAD: That’s great!

MOM: Love you! Miss you!

ME: Love you miss you

Typing miss you made my eyes tear up, so I clicked over to PennyForYourThoughts’s page. There was a picture with Penny in the center of the frame, her fingers up in a peace sign, and she’s surrounded by people.

Today’s tip: Make new friends, but keep the old.

I went to my best friend Amelia’s page. She had posted about her college move-in day. It looked equal parts fun and overwhelming. I liked the post and then commented with four hearts. She immediately responded with four hearts of her own and then DM’d me.

AMELIA: Sooooooo?

ME: So far, so good. Sort of.

AMELIA: Sort of is right. College is great, but scary

ME: Europe too.

AMELIA: We’ve got this.

Amelia’s right. We’ve got this.I may have had a rocky start, but my gap year is going to be great. I looked at my phone again, only to find that I had 10 percent battery left. Maybe I don’t got this? I silently cursed myself for not charging my phone when I had the chance in the hotel room (those backpacks are packed tight!). I needed to befriend someone who had a charger, stat.

Looking around the bar, I saw a redhead unplugging her phone from a charger. Without thinking, I immediately rushed over to ask if I could use her charger next. This must’ve been the first stages of jet lag, because I never act without overthinking, and I never (ever) approach strangers.

When she spun around to face me, it was like time stopped. She was the living embodiment of a boomerang video as her red hair spilled over her shoulders, as if in slow motion. I was momentarily stunned, and even more so when I realized that she was someone I knew.

Well, not knew knew. It would be more precise to say that I knew of her. With her long red hair and bright blue eyes, there was no mistaking her—she was PennyForYourThoughts, my favorite influencer.

I would play this cool, nonchalant. After all, they always say that celebrities want to be treated just like regular people.

“Ohmygodyourepennyforyourthoughts,” I said in a jumble. So

much for playing it cool.

“Hi, nice to meet you,” she said, with a wide smile. “Yes, I’m Penny.”

“I love you,” I said. What in the world?! “I mean, I follow you and you have great content.”

“That’s so sweet!” she replied. “Thank you for following me.”

“You are so welcome,” I said. “Would you mind if I borrowed your charger?”

“I thought you said you loved my account,” she said, with a sly smile on her lips. “If you really followed me, you’d know that the most important item in your bag is always your charger.”

“And a water bottle,” I chimed in. “I totally don’t have that, either.” Penny laughed. Her laughter was absolutely infectious, and I laughed back.

“I really do follow you,” I said. “This whole day has been a disaster, though. And I didn’t unpack a thing—my backpack is packed way too tightly! But that’s the least of my concerns. I thought I spoke perfect Spanish, and doing Spain on my own would be a breeze, but it turns out I don’t and it won’t. The guy at my hotel thought that I was so American that he sent me here. No offense.”

“None taken,” Penny said, still smiling widely. Penny had a beauty mark on her left cheek that I’d never noticed.

“I’m rambling, I’m sorry,” I said. “And here you are, with it all figured out.”

“I didn’t always,” she said, shrugging. “And I don’t necessarily. How long have you been in Madrid?”

“Today’s my first day.”

“It’s our first day in Madrid, too!” Penny said. “I’ve been with this group of people for almost two months now, but we just got to Madrid.”

“It’s my first day in Europe,” I clarified.

“Your first first day?” she asked incredulously. “Then you absolutely, positively must give yourself a break. You just got started!”

I didn’t respond, because she was right. I never gave myself a break.

I didn’t really know how to. That was how I became valedictorian of my class. That was how I got into Dartmouth. But maybe that was why I’d come here? Break the old patterns, learn some new ones. “Yeah. I did just get started.”

“Everyone knows that the best way to master a foreign language is to go out and party,” Penny said. “A group of us are going to hit the bars after we eat. You up for some fun?”