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Country music superstar Kenny Chesney has announced his next major appearance as excitement continues to build around his upcoming album, Silver Sands Marina.

The singer shared the news directly with fans on Instagram, writing, "Excited to share that I’ll be performing LIVE on TODAY Show September 17."

Chesney will perform live in New York City on Sept. 17, as part of the Citi Concert Series on TODAY. The appearance comes just days before the release of his new studio album, Silver Sands Marina, which arrives on Sept. 25.

The performance gives fans one of only a few remaining opportunities to see the country star perform live this year after the conclusion of his Sphere Las Vegas dates.

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The announcement marks another major moment for Chesney, whose career includes 23 No. 1 songs on Billboard's Hot Country Songs chart and more than three decades as one of country music's biggest touring acts.

The event will take place at TODAY Plaza in Rockefeller Center, located at 35 West 48th Street between Fifth and Sixth avenues in New York City.

The TODAY appearance arrives during a busy season for Chesney as he prepares to release his 21st studio album.

Last month, the singer revealed that Silver Sands Marina would be released on Sept. 25.

"This album was built with human emotions that make us feel alive," Chesney wrote while announcing the project on social media. "Cheers to new music."

The album takes its name from Silver Sands Marina in Gilford, New Hampshire, a family-owned marina that has operated since the 1950s. The location also appears on the album cover.

The lead single from the record, "carry on," is already climbing the charts and currently sits at No. 12.

The project also marks another chapter in a career that has sold more than 30 million albums worldwide and produced some of country music's most recognizable songs.

Among Chesney's 23 Hot Country Songs chart-toppers are hits including "The Good Stuff," "There Goes My Life," "Summertime," "Don't Blink" and "American Kids."

His longest-running No. 1 singles, "The Good Stuff" and "There Goes My Life," each spent seven weeks at the top of the chart.

The live television appearance also comes as fans prepare for another major Kenny Chesney event this summer. The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum will open a new exhibit dedicated to the singer on July 23.

Titled Kenny Chesney: Living in Fast Forward, the exhibit will remain open through June 2027 and will feature memorabilia from throughout his career.

Several displays highlight his roots, including the football jersey and varsity jacket he wore while attending Gibbs High School and the Fender Concord guitar he played while studying at East Tennessee State University.

Other featured items include the cassette tape containing his 1992 demo of "When She Calls Me Baby," the rocking chair that inspired "Old Blue Chair" and the handwritten chord chart used during the recording of "You and Tequila."

With a live national television performance, a new album on the way and a career exhibit opening this month, Chesney's latest announcement adds another milestone to a career already defined by decades of success.

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Grammy winner Duffy, who is most well-known for her breakout hit from the late 2000s, "Mercy," finally played her first full show in 15 years on Sunday, July 5. She held a secret concert in London, England, at Hoxton Hall, and the location was only revealed on the day of the event.

She performed for a small group of fans after teasing the show at the start of June. She wrote on her Instagram Stories last month, via Billboard, "I’m doing a secret intimate gig in London on the 5th July, next month, and I would love nothing more than for some of you to attend. It’s only small capacity so we can only select a few, but really looking forward to it."

Duffy then casually shared the exciting tease, "I will sing some new songs," getting all of her fans extremely hyped up. When the concert finally came around, the lucky fans in attendance got to hear her perform both old and new music.

The singer stepped away from the spotlight years ago after going through an extremely traumatic assault. She will reportedly talk about the experience publicly for the first time in an upcoming documentary from Disney+.

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Duffy's London concert, although small and private, was one of her first major steps in returning to the public eye and the music industry. She also gave fans a peek at her process of making new music on Instagram earlier this year.

Alongside a photo of herself in a music studio, she wrote in a May update, "If only I could find the right words to explain how much I’ve missed you all. Working on coming back to you ❤️. Duffy x."

Fans were thrilled about the news and personal message from Duffy, with one writing in a comment, "I HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS DAY FOR 15 YEARS."

The last music Duffy released was in 2010, when she came out with her second album, Endlessly. She is most well-known for her award-winning debut record, Rockferry, which came out two years earlier.

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Sometimes the smallest touches can make your backyard feel like a completely new space. If you plan to spend a lot of summer nights on your patio and want to perk up the ambiance, solar lights are a fantastic addition. They’ll brighten up your space with their warm glow and turn it into a cozy retreat. Having racked up over 700 five-star ratings, this Excmark 2-Pack of Hanging Solar Lanterns at Walmart is definitely worth checking out. 

Right now, you can score this solar lantern set on sale for 50% off. Normally retailing for $40, it’s now marked down to just $20 in four styles. This is a deal you don’t want to miss, considering that you’re getting each lantern for just $10. You can choose from a hummingbird design or a butterfly style in either a white or a bronze finish.  

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Boasting a nature-inspired design, these solar lanterns will undoubtedly bring some cottagecore energy into your backyard. The surface of the lanterns is adorned with cutouts featuring decorative shapes, flowers, and either hummingbirds or butterflies, creating a buzzy scene that’s full of life. 

These cutouts allow light to pass through and cast beautiful shadows all around, filling up your space and bringing it to life. The shadows are magical and whimsical, transforming your backyard into a dreamy storybook garden. 

You can place these solar lanterns anywhere outdoors and either hang them up or set them on a surface. If you keep the lanterns on a patio table or on the ground, they’ll create sharper silhouettes. Alternatively, if you hang it up using the included top handle, these shadows will cover a larger area. You can dangle it from your patio or porch overhang, or hang it from a shepherd’s hook in the middle of your garden or walkway. 

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Fixed with a solar panel on top, these lanterns are a sustainable and low-maintenance choice as they don’t require batteries or electricity. Just place them in direct sunlight so they can charge up during the day. The solar panels have an IP44 waterproof rating and are able to withstand splashes and light rain. 

The lights will automatically turn on when it gets dark and illuminate your space with a warm glow for eight to 10 hours. Shoppers attested to this, noting that their lights stay on all night long. They also mentioned that the lights are really bright. 

Made of metal, these solar lanterns are rust-resistant, ensuring that they remain in pristine condition. Both the white and the bronze-style lanterns have a weathered finish, giving them a rustic appearance and vintage-inspired charm. Measuring 5.5 inches wide and 6.3 inches tall, these lanterns will stand out wherever you put them. During the day, they double as a decorative accent and will grace your home’s outdoor space with their antique-like look. 

“They cast wonderful patterns of light and add an enchanting and magical ambiance to our garden,” one reviewer raved. Another shopper described these lanterns as “stunning and gorgeous.” A third customer said that they provide “just enough light to enhance summer nights on the patio.”

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Brighten up your space and bring some cottagecore energy with the Excmark 2-Pack of Hanging Solar Lanterns. Head to Walmart and grab them while they’re still on sale for just $20! 

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Working on the daily Connections, Connections Sports Edition, Wordle, and Strands is a whole ritual for many of us. And we can't forget about the NYT's The Mini Crossword, too! Today’s NYT Mini Crossword puzzle features a mix of everyday objects, yummy foods, holiday references and more. There’s even one that refers to a modern internet term involving personal information.

Although the NYT is known for "The Crossword," a larger puzzle for paid subscribers, The Mini has quite the fan following as well. This particular game resets at 10 p.m., unlike some of the others that start over at midnight.

So, if you're working on today's Mini Crossword on Friday, July 10, and need some help (I've been there), get ready to read the clues and solutions for each line. We have them separated into hints first for both "Across" and "Down" words, followed by "Across Answers" and "Down Answers," so be careful if you want to avoid spoilers as you scroll!

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Here are additional clues for each of the words in today's Mini Crossword.

1 Across: Org. trying to catch Frank Abagnale in "Catch Me If You Can" — HINT: Ends with the letter "F"

4 Across: [Bzzt!] —HINT: Starts with the letter "W"

6 Across: Unit of weight whose abbreviation ends in "z" — HINT: Ends with the letter "E"

7 Across: [Ding, ding, ding!] — HINT: Ends with the letter "T"

8 Across: Everest and Kilimanjaro: Abbr. — HINT: Starts with the letter "M"

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1 Down: Lemon or lychee — HINT: Starts with the letter "F"

2 Down: Glassware for pot smokers — HINT: Starts with the letter "B"

3 Down: 1/2 of a foot — HINT: Ends with the letter "H"

4 Down: Dance move done on the ground, with "the" — HINT: Starts with the letter "W"

6 Down: Acquire — HINT: Ends with the letter "T"

Don't go any further unless you want to know exactly what the correct words are in today's Mini Crossword.

1 Across: Org. trying to catch Frank Abagnale in "Catch Me If You Can" — SPOT

4 Across: [Bzzt!] —WRONG

6 Across: Unit of weight whose abbreviation ends in "z" — OUNCE

7 Across: [Ding, ding, ding!] — RIGHT

8 Across: Everest and Kilimanjaro: Abbr. — MTS

1 Down: Lemon or lychee — FRUIT

2 Down: Glassware for pot smokers — BONGS

3 Down: 1/2 of a foot — INCH

4 Down: Dance move done on the ground, with "the" — WORM

5 Down: Acquire — GET

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Boston post-metal band Junius will celebrate the release of Sotera, their first full-length album in nearly nine years, with a special appearance.

The record marks the group's first studio album since 2017's Eternal Rituals for the Accretion of Light and signals a new chapter for the longtime underground favorites. 

Junius is set to perform at Somergloom Fest in Somerville, Massachusetts, while also launching a summer U.S. tour in support of the release.

For vocalist and guitarist Joseph E. Martinez, the album represents more than simply ending a lengthy gap between releases.

“Sotera feels like a rebirth for the band” and “is an act of devotion as much as it is a piece of music.”

The long wait between albums was not planned. According to Martinez, Junius spent years attempting to write new material following the COVID-19 pandemic but struggled to move forward creatively.

“Well, after Covid we were working on an album, but there was no progress. I wasn’t feeling inspired,” he said, per Distorted Sound.

That changed after Martinez listened to an interview with classicist author Dr. Ammon Hillman discussing figures from Ancient Greece and the origins of medicine.

“I heard this interview about the Ancient Greeks, where there was this woman, Medea, who was performing miracles, healing people. She was ‘christing.’ I realized this was the origin of modern medicine. I was floored,” he said.

“Even though we live in a male dominated society, our medicine and technology came from a woman. These things came from women.”

The discovery pushed Martinez into months of research through books and lectures, eventually providing the concept that would shape the band's newest album.

The title Sotera comes from the Greek feminine form of savior or protector. The album explores themes centered on the divine feminine and figures from mythology and spirituality.

The release of Sotera also signals a major move for the group as Junius returns to the road for a summer run of U.S. performances.

The tour includes appearances in Baltimore, Youngstown, Detroit, Chicago, Indianapolis, Brooklyn, Philadelphia and a hometown-area appearance at Somergloom Fest in Somerville, Massachusetts.

Ahead of the album release, Junius introduced fans to the new era with the singles "Initiatrix" and "The Oracle."

Discussing "Initiatrix," Martinez said:

“Initiatrix distills the album into 3 minutes and 23 seconds, and it captures the heart of the record. It’s about willingly stepping into a ritualistic transformation, asking to be changed and accepting the consequences of that choice.”

The album contains eight tracks:

• “Disciple”
• “The Oracle”
• “Summon Her”
• “Initiatrix”
• “Darkwater”
• “Serpent”
• “Lucifera”
• “Scythian”

Despite periods of inactivity during the band's nearly 20-year history, Martinez said Junius never truly disappeared.

“We’ve broken up a couple of times. We just didn’t tell anybody,” he said.

Martinez added that songwriting has remained a constant part of his life throughout the band's quieter years.

“I’m always writing, whether it is for Junius or under a different name,” he said.

For fans who waited almost a decade for new music, Sotera marks the beginning of Junius' next chapter rather than the end of a long silence.

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It turns out Big Brother 28 almost had a different houseguest this season.

After CBS unveiled the newbie cast for Big Brother 28 on Tuesday, July 7, fans noticed that contestant Levi Banks, who had appeared on an earlier leaked cast list, was nowhere to be found. It was later revealed that Yash Patel joined the cast instead, sparking speculation that Banks had been replaced at the last minute.

Now, Banks is setting the record straight.

In an Instagram video shared Thursday, July 9—the same day as Big Brother 28's premiere—Banks confirmed that he was originally set to enter the house but ultimately made the decision to step away from the game.

"What is up, Big Brother fans?" Banks began. "My name is Levi Banks, and I just wanted to give you all a quick update and let you know that I am doing great."

"I was all set and ready to move into the Big Brother house this season," he continued. "As we got closer and closer and closer to move-in day, I just kind of realized that this was not the right fit for me personally."

Banks admitted walking away wasn't easy.

"I kind of wanted to let you know that was probably the hardest decision of my entire life," he said, adding that he is now back home in North Carolina. "I am on good terms with CBS, Big Brother, and everyone, and I just wanted to let them know, and you all know, that I am so, so, so thankful for this opportunity. It has been very life-changing."

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Although he won't be competing this season, Banks said he'll still be tuning in from home and cheering on the cast, especially Patel.

"Oh my gosh, I am pumped! It's gonna be a little bit of a different POV than going in the house as to being on my couch, so I will take that one thing at a time," he joked. "But I want to say thank you all so much for your support. I appreciate each and every one of you, and let's go, Yash!"

A CBS spokesperson confirmed to Entertainment Weeklythat Banks voluntarily withdrew from the show before the season began. However, the network declined to confirm whether Patel was brought in as Banks' replacement.

Along with the 14 new houseguests, Thursday's Big Brother premiere unveiled BB26's Angela Murray and Survivor 50's Rick Devens as houseguests this season. One more "reality icon" will also be joining the season at a later date.

The premiere of Big Brother28 aired on CBS and Paramount+ on July 9. The live feeds will begin after the Friday, July 10 episode of Big Brother: Unlocked.

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Country music singer Morgan Wallen is continuing his success in the genre with his latest single, "Don't We," which is his eighth single from his album I'm the Problem that originally came out over a year ago in May 2025.

The song has followed many of his other tracks and dominated the country music charts, but this single stopped just shy of becoming his 21st No. 1 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart — at least for now.

The song is currently fighting for the top spot on the chart against Jason Aldean with his song "Don't Tell on Me." While "Don't We" hasn't yet become a No. 1 hit, it still could reach the summit. It has been charting higher and higher, recently moving from No. 4 to the second position.

If the song becomes his historic 21st No. 1 song on the Country Airplay chart, he will officially pass Brad Paisley and Luke Combs, with whom he is currently tied with 20 career No. 1s. If he moves up a spot, Wallen would find himself tied with two other country music legends, Keith Urban and Thomas Rhett, who each have 21 No. 1 hits in their career.

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Even then, Wallen is still a far cry from the top spots. Aldean currently has the fourth-most No. 1 songs on the chart, with 27 No. 1s. But with Wallen's current career trajectory, it might only be a matter of time before he reaches the same milestone.

Some of Wallen's past hits that have topped the Country Airplay chart include "Sand In My Boots," "20 Cigarettes," "Thinkin’ Bout Me," "Whiskey Glasses," and "Love Somebody." But there's also another main country music Billboard chart, the Hot Country Songs chart, and Wallen has had similar success there as well.

His first No. 1 on the Hot Country Songs chart was "Whiskey Glasses" in 2019, followed by "Chasin' You," "7 Summers," "Wasted on You," and quite a few more over the past several years.

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The Wonder Years star Danica McKellar welcomed her longtime co-star Fred Savage into the over-50 club with a heartfelt message on his birthday.

"From someone I had a huge crush on nearly 40 years ago (!) and had my first kiss with, to someone more like a brother who taught me (the hard way) what 'pull my finger' meant... Fred, you've been many things to me, and I'm grateful we got to go on TheWonder Years ride and grow up together!" McKellar captioned a carousel of photos and a video from the show on Instagram.

She also relayed a bit of a fun fact when it comes to the show that aired from 1988 to 1993.

"As of today, the ENTIRE main cast of The Wonder Years is 50 or older. Crazy, right??"

While tons of fans took to the post's comments to wish Savage a happy birthday, plenty also commented on how the cast seemingly hasn't aged.

"Just awesome, and you guys still look great," one said.

"Amazing how time flies," added another. "I used to enjoy watching this show in the UK growing up, you're all the same age as me now!"

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Savage, who played protagonist Kevin Arnold, has spoken about his "first kiss" with McKellar, who played Winnie Cooper, and how the nerves on screen were most definitely real

"I can't imagine I was a very good kisser," he told CBS in in 2014. "But we were very nervous and excited."

The two have continued to act with McKellar becoming mainstay in Hallmark Channel TV holiday movies and Savage starring in Working and Friends From College. He's also known as a director, having worked on shows like Modern Family,2 Broke Girls, and Black-ish.

As for the actors ever reuniting on screen, McKellar told People in 2019 that there's no chance for a reboot of their beloved sitcom, but when it comes to starring together in a Hallmark romance movie together she said, "There's some hope here actually, I may have to convince Fred, but there's hope."

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The Hunger Games Saga is heading back to the big screen in anticipation of Sunrise on The Reaping, due out this fall.

Variety reports that all five Hunger Gamesmovies will lead up to the release of The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping. The upcoming prequel expands on the history between Haymitch Abernathy (played by Woody Harrelson), who played a pivotal role in mentoring Katniss Everdeen (Jennifer Lawrence) in the original series. The new film follows Abernathy in his youth (played by Joseph Zada) as he competes in the Second Quarter Quell, giving fans a cinematic adaptation of Suzanne Collins' exploration of the fan-favorite character's heart-wrenching origin story.

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Whitney Peak stars opposite Zada in Sunrise as Lenore Dove Baird, with Elle Fanning joining as young Effie Trinket (Played by Elizabeth Banks in the main movies) and an ensemble that includesStranger Things star Maya Hawke as young Wiress, Jesse Plemons as a younger Plutarch, Ralph Fiennes as President Snow, Glenn Close as Drusilla Sickle, and Kieran Culkin as a younger Flickerman. Main franchise helmer Francis Lawrence returns to the series, having directed all but one of the series entries.

This September, before dropping into the Hunger Games of yore, fans of the 2014 YA dystopian film franchise can revisit the harrowing journey Katniss Everdeen (Jennifer Lawrence) and Peeta Mellark (Josh Hutcherson) undertake during the 74th and 75th games before an all-out revolution in its epic conclusion. Additionally, the Rachel Zegler and Tom Blyth-starring The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes will also screen as part of the lead-up to Sunrise on The Reaping, with all screenings offering a preview of November's release.

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Here's the release schedule of the release rollout from Lionsgate and Fathom Events to watch the marathon at a theater near you:

• The Hunger Games - September 3
• Catching Fire - September 4
• Mockingjay: Part 1 - September 5
• Mockingjay: Part 2 - September 6
• The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes - September 7

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At the age of 75, Bonnie Tyler died on July 8. In a statement released on her website, the “Total Eclipse of the Heart” singer passed “unexpectedly.”

“Bonnie’s family and team are heartbroken to announce that Bonnie unexpectedly passed away last night in hospital in Portugal as a result of the illness that she was being treated for,” the statement said. “We will issue a further statement shortly but for now ask for privacy to deal with this tragedy.”

After the statement was released, Kevin Bacon paid tribute to Tyler in an exclusive interview with Entertainment Weekly.

Tyler recorded “Holding Out for a Hero” for the 1984 film Footloose, a film that starred Bacon. He called Tyler “one of the great voices of rock.”

Referencing a scene from the film, Bacon said during the interview, “I could not imagine chicken racing a tractor to any other song. RIP.”

Rod Stewart, another ‘80s icon, took to social media to pay tribute to the singer.

“We shared similar styles of vocalising,” Stewart wrote on Instagram. “She was a good pal, a true soul stirrer. I sing ‘It’s A Heartache’ every night on tour. I’ll miss you darling Bonnie.”

Catherine Zeta-Jones, known for her Academy Award-winning performance as Velma Kelly in Chicago, also paid tribute to Tyler on Instagram.

“My heart is broken with the news that our dearest Bonnie Tyler has passed away,” Zeta-Jones posted, along with a photo of her and Tyler. “Bonnie was married to my cousin and has been such a part of my life. We are photographed here together the night before my wedding. She sang and rocked it at my wedding.  An extraordinary woman with vocals to match. A one of kind artist, who so easily could have been a comedian  because she was one of the funniest people I ever met.”

Tyler passed away months after being put into a medically induced coma following severe abdominal pain and a burst appendix in May that led to emergency intestinal surgery. In June, her team reported that she was out of the coma, but was still “very unwell.”

Tyler is survived by her husband of over 50 years, Robert Sullivan.

The Backstreet Boys are giving fans one more chance to see them perform at Sphere Las Vegas this year.

The iconic boy band was announced as the headliners for the official Formula 1 Heineken Las Vegas Grand Prix afterparty on Saturday, November 21, taking the stage inside the cutting-edge venue following the race.

The news comes as the popular 1990s group winds down its "Into the Millennium" residency at Sphere, with its final shows scheduled for next month.

"Las Vegas is the only place in the world where Formula 1, the Backstreet Boys and Sphere can come together for one unforgettable night,” Emily Prazer, President and CEO of Las Vegas Grand Prix, Inc., said in a statement on Thursday, July 9. "F1 Afterparty reflects what makes the Las Vegas Grand Prix so distinctive, giving fans the opportunity to see an iconic group like the Backstreet Boys perform at Sphere as part of a race weekend experience you can’t find anywhere else.”

Fans can purchase tickets to the one-night-only show through a limited number of race ticket packages and add-on options.

"As Las Vegas welcomes visitors from around the world for Formula 1 weekend, Sphere will once again deliver entertainment at a scale unmatched by any other venue," said Jen Koester, President & Chief Operating Officer, Sphere. "F1 Afterparty will feature the Backstreet Boys, whose critically acclaimed, sold-out Sphere performances exemplify our commitment to bringing iconic artists together with groundbreaking technology to create experiences only Sphere can deliver."

For Backstreet Boys fans, the newly announced performance offers one more opportunity to see the group take the stage at Sphere during one of Las Vegas' biggest weekends of the year.

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A cooler is one of those summer essentials that often gets overlooked until you actually need it. Whether you're hosting backyard barbecues, lounging by the pool, or gathering with friends on a hot afternoon, keeping drinks cold is a must. The problem is that many coolers are bulky, unattractive, or take up valuable patio space.

That's what makes the Costway 4-in-1 Wicker Cooler and Side Table such a clever find. Right now, it's on sale for 55% off, bringing the price down from $170 to just $76. Unlike a traditional cooler, this one doubles as outdoor furniture, making it a practical addition to any patio setup.

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Available in black or brown wicker, it blends in easily with a variety of outdoor furniture styles. Measuring 17 inches tall with a 16-inch diameter top, it's compact enough for smaller spaces while still offering plenty of functionality.

This versatile piece works as an ice cooler, side table, storage bin, and even extra seating. The closed lid creates a convenient tabletop surface, while the sturdy construction supports up to 330 pounds when used as a stool. It's a great fit for pool parties, picnics, camping trips, and backyard gatherings.

Thoughtful design details make it even more convenient to use. The lid features a buckle and hook system that keeps it securely open when accessing drinks, so you don't have to worry about it falling shut or resting on the ground. A built-in drainage plug also makes it easy to empty melted ice and water when the party is over.

Despite its compact footprint, the cooler offers an impressive 9.5-gallon capacity, giving you plenty of room for drinks and ice. It can also be used to store outdoor essentials like sunscreen, pool toys, towels, or gardening tools when it's not being used as a cooler. Side handles make it easy to move around, and at just 8 pounds, it's surprisingly lightweight.

Durability is another standout feature. The cooler is made from sturdy polypropylene material with an imitation-rattan exterior that delivers the look of wicker without the maintenance. It's waterproof, fade-resistant, and designed to withstand outdoor conditions while maintaining its appearance throughout the season.

One reviewer shared, “It is a beautiful cooler and can be used as a table like they said. I’m surprised that this cooler still has the same color after many days. It's durable and keeps the drinks cool all day, that's what we love!”

Another shopper wrote, “This is perfect to use as a table and also to keep beverages cold inside! It's sturdy, functional, and very nice to look at! This table is nice looking and not bulky — it fits perfectly between a couple of my patio chairs. It’s just the perfect size that I wanted!”

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For a cooler that's as stylish as it is practical, the Costway 4-in-1 Wicker Cooler and Side Table is hard to beat. With Target's current 55% discount, you can save nearly $100 on a multifunctional piece you'll likely use all summer long.

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More than two decades after forming, Bring Me the Horizon is still breaking records.

The British rock band has earned a new No. 1 with "Dehumanized," which climbs to the top of Billboard's Hot Hard Rock Songs chart this week. The achievement gives Bring Me the Horizon its record seventh No. 1 on the chart, the most of any artist since the ranking launched in June 2020.

According to Billboard, the latest chart-topper breaks the band's tie with Falling in Reverse, making Bring Me the Horizon the sole record holder for the most No. 1 songs in the chart's history.

"['Dehumanized"'was born from an event that happened last year," frontman Oli Sykes wrote on Instagram. "I was told that peacefully raising a flag on stage in recognition of a humanitarian catastrophe unfolding where children were being killed would most likely carry career ending consequences. It made me realise how we are silently we’re conditioned to suppress our humanity. We think [we] are free, conscious beings, when in truth we are driven by forces we barely understand."

The milestone marks another high point for a band that has continually reinvented itself since forming in Sheffield, England, in 2004.

Originally emerging as a deathcore act, Bring Me the Horizon gradually expanded its sound over the years, incorporating elements of metalcore, alternative rock, electronic music and pop. That willingness to evolve has helped the group reach a broader audience while maintaining its status as one of modern rock's most influential bands.

Fronted by Sykes, the band broke into the mainstream with albums such as Sempiternal and That's the Spirit before continuing its evolution with amo, Post Human: Survival Horror and Post Human: Nex Gen. Songs including "Can You Feel My Heart," "Throne," "Drown," "Parasite Eve" and "Kool-Aid" have helped establish Bring Me the Horizon as one of the defining rock acts of the 21st century.

The success of "Dehumanized" continues that momentum. While the band has become a familiar presence on Billboard's rock charts in recent years, its latest No. 1 further cements its remarkable consistency in an era when sustained chart success has become increasingly difficult.

"We can't have this record sounding like what bands sound like today," Sykes said in a statement. "It needs to be the best version of what it sounded like in 2006."

For longtime fans, the achievement is another reminder of how far the band has come since its earliest days playing heavy clubs across the United Kingdom. Twenty-two years after forming, Bring Me the Horizon isn't simply remaining relevant, it's continuing to set new benchmarks for modern hard rock.

With "Dehumanized" now sitting atop Billboard's Hot Hard Rock Songs chart, Bring Me the Horizon has once again proven that its willingness to evolve continues to pay off, extending one of the most successful runs in contemporary rock.

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The Recording Academy has made history by inviting more than 4,000 music creators and industry professionals to join its ranks, the largest new member class in the organization's history, the Academy announced Thursday, July 9.

Among those receiving invitations is Paris Jackson, the singer-songwriter and daughter of late music icon Michael Jackson.

The unprecedented class is part of the Academy's ongoing effort to expand and diversify its membership. More than 3,100 invitees were asked to join as voting members, while more than 900 were invited as non-voting Professional members. According to the Academy, 50% of this year's invitees are under 40, 43% are women and 55% are people of color. Invitations must be accepted before recipients officially become members.

"Every year, we look forward to welcoming a new group of dedicated music creators and professionals through our membership invitations," Grammys CEO Harvey Mason Jr. said in a statement. "Our membership is the engine of the Grammys, and we're excited for invitees to join our vibrant community, engage with their peers and help shape the future of the music industry."

Jackson, who has steadily built her own music career in recent years, reflected on the invitation by saying, "I am grateful and honoured to stand alongside so many artists I love and respect."

She joins an eclectic class of invitees that includes Grammy winners, nominees and rising stars such as Lola Young, EJAE, Sombr, Griff, Rachel Chinouriri, Ela Taubert, Cash Cobain, Sampa the Great, Dodie, Elmiene and Trivium.

Several artists shared what the invitation meant to them. Fresh off her Grammy success, Young called membership "part of a community of incredibly talented people who champion real musicianship, diversity, and legacy." Songwriter EJAE added, "Music is for everyone and forever worth celebrating," while Chinouriri said she had "grown up watching the Grammys" and that the recognition "means more than many people will know." Latin pop star Taubert also said she hopes to "advocate for greater Latin representation" through her Academy membership.

The Academy has dramatically expanded its membership since introducing a new invitation model in 2019, with the goal of bringing more women, younger creators and more diverse voices into the voting body. Industry observers have pointed to changing Grammy results in recent years, including landmark victories for hip-hop and Spanish-language music, as evidence of how the evolving membership has influenced voting.

The new members could play a role in shaping future Grammy Awards if they accept their invitations by July 31, allowing them to participate in this year's awards process. First-round voting for the 69th Grammy Awards is scheduled to begin in October, with nominations set to be announced on Nov. 16 ahead of the ceremony on Feb. 7, 2027.

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It's a strange but indisputable fact that some of the biggest hits in rock history were written in mere minutes, often while under major pressure: "Gimme Some Lovin'" by the Spencer Davis Group was penned in just 10 minutes when the record label demanded a hit; Def Leppard's "Pour Some Sugar on Me" was created under similar circumstances...as well as Warrant's 1990 Top 10 smash, "Cherry Pie."

As music legend has it, "Cherry Pie" was written in such a hurry that frontman Jani Lane scrawled the lyrics on an empty pizza box in a friend's kitchen, per The Daily Sling, after Columbia Records president Don Ienner demanded a "monster single" for Warrant's second album.

Originally, the album was supposed to be called Uncle Tom's Cabin, after another song on the record, but Ienner didn't see the hit potential in that particular tune (or any of the others). Frustrated, Lane wrote "Cherry Lane" almost as a joke...and it turned out to be one of Warrant's biggest hits.

Unfortunately, "Cherry Pie" was almost as much of a curse as it was a blessing for the band. Lane might have meant the lyrics to be over-the-top, but the sarcasm was lost on some people...especially after the cartoonish-ly sexist video came out, featuring Lane's future wife Bobbie Brown in some compromising positions with an actual cherry pie.

In an interview with Yahoo! Entertainment, the video's director, Jeff Stein, said it was supposed to be a parody.

"It was a parody. So I guess if people don't get that it's a parody, I don't know, is that on me or on them?" Stein asked with a laugh.

"I mean, it's so over-the-top, how could anyone would think it was anything but a spoof of other hair-metal videos, you know?" Stein continued. "If people think it was sexist, it was only sexist as a parody of sexism. I am the least sexist/misogynistic person, and I know who I am, so I stand by that. … We were known for being very respectful to women. I fired people on the spot that I thought were crossing a line. I never wanted a woman to be uncomfortable on my set. I'm not saying that because it's 'PC' now or whatever. That's the truth."

Either way, Lane felt that all the "Cherry Pie" hype overshadowed the band's other, perhaps more nuanced, tunes. On an episode of VH1's HEAVY: The Story of Metal, Lane expressed extreme regret over writing the song, though he later clarified those comments.

"Can I clear the air on that? They [VH1 producers] just caught me on a bad day," he said in 2006, per Blabbermouth. "It was a bad moment — I was going through a divorce, my mom had just passed away, all this stuff was going on — and they sit me down in a chair and wanna start grilling me with questions, and I didn't wanna be there."

"You know, push that interview to the side, I'm happy as a clam to have written a song that is still being played and still dug by so many people," Lane added. "It's hard enough to write a song, let alone one that sticks around."

Several years after Lane's death in 2011, Louder ranked "Cherry Pie" at #16 on a list of the "20 Greatest Hair Metal Anthems of All Time," calling it "at once the best and worst hair metal had to offer during its last year of cultural relevance."

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The Rolling Stones, a legendary rock band originally formed in 1962, is still going strong 64 years later, scoring a No. 2 hit with their U.K. single, "Jealous Lover," from their upcoming album.

Only days before the new album Foreign Tongues was expected to drop on July 10, the band released two more singles, "Jealous Lover" and "Divine Intervention." The first single was an immediate hit in the Rolling Stones' home country of England, shooting up the charts.

"Jealous Lover" almost debuted at No. 1 on both the Official Singles Sales and Official Physical Singles charts. But they were blocked from the top position by Phoebe Bridgers' new song "Lost Boys." It was her first time topping the Official Singles Sales, and her second No. 1 on the Official Physical Singles sales chart.

Rising to No. 2, "Jealous Lover" is still a huge success and a testament to the Rolling Stones' impressive lasting impact. It also isn't the band's first time experiencing this sort of situation on the sales charts.

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Their only past No. 1 on the Official Singles Sales chart was "Angry" from the album Hackney Diamond. But they've had quite a few No. 2s. This includes "Living in a Ghost Town," "Sweet Sounds of Heaven," and "In The Stars," the band's lead single from the new album.

On the Official Physical Singles chart, they've also had several peaks at No. 2 previously, with "Rock and a Hard Place" and "Sweet Sounds of Heaven." But on the other hand, the Rolling Stones have had more No. 1s on this chart, including "In The Stars." The other No. 1s were "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction," "Angry," "Ride 'Em on Down," and "Living in a Ghost Town."

It remains to be seen if the new album, Foreign Tongues, experiences similar chart success when it finally comes out on July 10.

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Kristin Cavallari is teaching her kids about money in a somewhat unconventional way. 

The mom of three (she shares 13-year-old Camden, 12-year-old Jaxon, and 10-year-old Saylor with ex-husband, former NFL player Jay Cutler) recently appeared on the ‘Aspire with Emma Grede’ podcast, talking candidly about being a working mom in the spotlight. Even though the Laguna Beach/The Hills star, who now owns her own business (lifestyle, apparel, and jewelry brand Uncommon James), has money in the bank, she doesn’t think her kiddos deserve a completely free ride. 

“I really value how my mom raised me with money,” Cavallari told Grede. She continued,  “So my kids don’t just get whatever they want. And if they want something, they have to work for it.” And yes, Cavallari’s children do indeed work. Like their mom, her children have an entrepreneurial spirit.  

“So, a good example is last summer, both of my boys created their own little businesses. So, one of my boys was washing windows, people’s windows. And the other one was washing people’s garbage cans because if they want something, they got to go work for it. They got to make it happen.”

Cavallari continued, “I try to be very hyper aware of that because they are growing up in a very fortunate situation and I want them to know this is my money, this is not your money. And you know, something as small as they fly coach and I’m flying in first class, that was important to me when they became old enough that they could.”

Grede asked the celeb parent if it’s difficult to put her kids in coach while she’s in first class. Kristin responded, “No, it’s not when they’re older; I’m all bye. Bye guys, have fun back there, see you later.” She explained, “No, I think when they’re younger, you know, like kids, you can’t because first of all I couldn’t put my three in the back and I’d be like, ‘Please don’t fight. Please don’t fight.’ Who knows what’s going to happen back there. But now, they’ll be fine. Yeah. And it’s good for them. And I think it’s little things like that, as a parent, that ultimately make a big difference in the long run.” 

Cavallari also talked about how she balances business and family, admitting, “You can’t be the best at everything that you do. That is true. There’s just not enough as much time in the day…I have chosen to be the best mom that I can be and be a good business owner, and that’s the trade-off. I would love to tell you that Uncommon James is a $100 million company. But it’s not. But I am the best mom, and my kids would tell you that also. And that, to me, was more important than being, you know, the best business owner on the planet.”

The former MTV reality star isn’t the first celeb to start a kids-flying-coach controversy. In May, Nick Lachey revealed to Andy Cohen (on Bravo’s Watch What Happens Live) that he spotted his ex-wife, Jessica Simpson, flying first class while her kids flew coach on a trip to Hawaii. The pop star later explained, “My mom bought those tickets.” 

Neil Diamond had a remarkable ability to find hope in life's most difficult moments.

That gift was never more apparent than on "Song Sung Blue." Released in 1972, the gentle ballad became one of the biggest hits of Diamond's career, spending seven consecutive weeks at No. 1 on Billboard's Adult Contemporary chart while also reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. More than 50 years later, it remains one of the defining soft rock songs of the decade.

The inspiration came from an unlikely source.

Diamond has said he was influenced by the second movement of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 21, often nicknamed the "Elvira Madigan" concerto after its use in the 1967 Swedish film. Drawing on that melody, he crafted a song with a simple but powerful message: everyone experiences sadness, and sometimes the best way to cope is through music.

Its understated approach resonated with listeners around the world.

Unlike many emotionally charged ballads of the era, "Song Sung Blue" relied on a warm melody, conversational lyrics and Diamond's reassuring vocal performance rather than sweeping drama. That quiet optimism helped make the song an instant favorite on both pop and adult contemporary radio.

The commercial response was overwhelming.

"Song Sung Blue" became one of the biggest adult contemporary hits of 1972. It also earned a Grammy nomination for Record of the Year and became one of the best-selling singles of Diamond's career.

"I was in my prime as far as people focusing in on my stuff," Diamond told Q in 2008. "I'd written some of my best music. It was only five or six years since I had my first chart record, so it was pretty intense."

Over the decades, the song has remained a staple of soft rock radio and has been covered by numerous artists across multiple genres. Its universal message, that difficult times are a part of life, but hope and happiness eventually return, has continued to resonate with generations of listeners.

Although Neil Diamond built an extraordinary catalog that includes classics such as "Sweet Caroline," "Cracklin' Rosie" and "America," "Song Sung Blue" occupies a special place among his signature recordings. Its warmth, simplicity and emotional honesty have made it one of the most enduring songs of his career.

"The fact I'm maturing only makes me more excited about my future work because I know there's only a limited time," Diamond told Tinnitst. "But I look forward to the future as a way to expand the work that I do and to find new and exciting ways to express myself musically."

More than five decades after topping the charts, "Song Sung Blue" continues to comfort and inspire audiences around the world. What began as a modest reflection on life's ups and downs has become one of soft rock's most timeless and uplifting anthems.

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Bon Scott, who died in 1980 at age 33, would have turned 80 today.

To honor the legendary AC/DC frontman, the team behind Scott’s YouTube channel is sharing birthday tributes and rare archival footage of Scott, including a performance with his early band, Fraternity.

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According to Classic Rock magazine, the interview footage features Scott on the Australian TV show Countdown, which ran from 1974 to 1987 and was produced by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation.

One clip shows Scott and AC/DC in London for their Lock Up Your DaughtersTour in July1976, in support of Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap. Scott is seen wearing tiny jean shorts and playing with a toy banana. In another clip, dated a month later, the band is seen in Piccadilly Circus before taking off to the Marquee.

The surfaced clips also include performance footage of Scott and Fraternity. They perform a track called “Raglan’s Folly,” a sprawling prog-rock anthem co-written by Scott and guitarist Mick Jurd, which appeared on their debut album, Livestock. The black-and-white live video is dated 1971.

Eulogies and tributes for the fallen rock star also poured in today. The YouTube channel posted thoughtful messages from Judas Priest’s Rob Halford, Def Leppard’s Joe Elliott, Pearl Jam’s Mike McCready, and Helmet’s Page Hamilton.

As for the current AC/DC—co-founder Angus Young, Brian Johnson, Stevie Young, Matt Laug, and Chris Chaney—the show goes on. They kick off the North American run of their PWR UP Tour on Saturday, July 11, in Charlotte, North Carolina, at Bank of America Stadium. Dates run through Sept. 29.

For details and ticket information, visit acdc.com.

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Jason Aldean has another career milestone to celebrate.

According to The Country Wire, Jason Aldean's song, "Don't Tell on Me," is currently the No. 1 song on Billboard's Country Airplay chart this week, meaning it's one of the 60 most-played country songs on American radio stations, ranked by the number of estimated listener impressions each week.

Unlike other Billboard charts that measure what fans are deliberately streaming or buying, their Country Airplay chart focuses strictly on radio exposure. It reflects which songs radio programmers are choosing to play the most and is considered a key indicator of commercial success in Nashville and the industry.

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"Don't Tell on Me" is Aldean's 27th song to be crowned the top spot on the Country Airplay chart. Country Wire's infographic shows other top country artists, such as George Strait, Luke Bryan, Alan Jackson and more, and how many No. 1 hits they have. Currently, Aldean is ranked fourth, trailing behind Kenny Chesney, Blake Shelton and Tim McGraw.

This is Aldean's second time hitting a No. 1 on a chart for "Don't Tell On Me". Just last week, the popular song was No. 1 on Mediabase's country radio chart, which is ranked based on how often a song is played and the size of the audience it reaches on country music radio stations. This chart also measures industry airplay to gauge a song's popularity on mainstream terrestrial radio rather than direct consumer sales or streaming.

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Released in March, "Don't Tell on Me" served as the second single for Aldean's 12th studio album, Songs About Us. The song was co-written by Kurt Allison, Tully Kennedy, John Morgan and Lydia Vaughan, and produced by his longtime collaborator Michael Knox, and tells the story of a man trying to play it cool after a breakup.

"It took me a second to get my mind [around the concept] cuz I'm like 'All right, we're talking to my heart, right?' You know, trying to get that out," Aldean said in a video he shared on his YouTube channel. "I remember instinctively just like being drawn to the idea cuz I haven't heard that concept before."

Songs About Us was released on April 24, and it was the follow-up to his 2023 album, Highway Desperado. To support the album, he has been on his Songs About Us Tour all summer around the United States, and will be co-headlining select shows alongside Luke Bryan's Double Down Tour.

"We want to be tough guys. We don't want to let anybody know that they got the best of us, or that we're sad, or that we're heartbroken or anything," Aldean told Billboard about the song. "I think that that's something people can relate to."

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