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Despite more than 1 million people in the U.S. living with Parkinson’s disease, most know surprisingly little about it. The term “Parkinson’s disease” often conjures up the image of Michael J. Fox, who is perhaps the most famous person with Parkinson’s disease, and that’s about it. But the reality is, living with Parkinson’s disease doesn’t just look one way.

According to the American Parkinson Disease Disease Association, Parkinson’s disease is a type of neurological movement disorder that affects the brain and causes difficulty with movements or motor symptoms. The hallmark symptom of Parkinson’s disease is tremors, which are a form of rhythmic shaking. Other symptoms include stiffness or rigidity of the muscles, slow movement, sleep problems, fatigue, constipation, anxiety, apathy and depression.

Parkinson’s disease is the fastest-growing neurodegenerative disease in the world. The increase in Parkinson’s diagnoses means that more families are sure to be impacted by it in the coming years. Carlos Velez, a 49-year-old retired Navy veteran, was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease when he was 46. 

Parade talked with Velez about how his diagnosis has impacted his family and what living with Parkinson’s actually looks like.

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Carlos Velez

‘My Diagnosis Was Tough To Accept’

Three years ago, Velez was at the mall with his son, who pointed out that Velez was dragging his feet. “He asked me why I was dragging my feet, but I spent 20 years in the military, so my whole body hurt. I didn’t think much of it,” Velez says. 

But after his son pointed it out, Velez noticed when it happened a second time, and then again a third time. That’s when he decided to see his doctor about it. “I had also noticed a slight tremor in my left hand,” he adds. When Velez brought his symptoms up to his doctor, he was stumped. Because Velez was only 46, his doctor didn’t think his symptoms were due to a stroke or a neurological disorder, but he referred Velez to a neurologist for more testing.

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After undergoing brain imaging tests, Velez’s neurologist diagnosed him with multiple sclerosis, a chronic autoimmune disease that impacts the brain and spinal cord. Velez decided to go to another neurologist for a second opinion. “This doctor looked at my medical records and my MRIs. Then he told me, ‘You have Parkinson’s disease. I can see it,'” Velez says. It was June 14, 2023. 

Though Parkinson’s disease doesn’t have a cure, some medications can help minimize the symptoms, which Velez was prescribed. It wasn’t until he noticed that the medications were helping his symptoms that he started to fully believe he truly had Parkinson’s, after being misdiagnosed with multiple sclerosis before. It’s also important to know that there is no distinct medical test for diagnosing Parkinson’s; it is often diagnosed after ruling everything else out.

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For Velez, his Parkinson’s affects the left side of his body. Since he is right-handed, he was still able to work his job, assembling boats for the Navy; he just stuck with using his dominant hand. But eventually, it got too hard to work this way and he had to quit. This, he says, made him feel really depressed. “It was tough to accept,” he says. 

A Total Mindset Shift

Ultimately, Velez says that it was his family that helped change his mindset, especially his wife. “We decided to be open with our kids from the beginning. One was in high school and one was 20,” Velez says. 

Naturally, his kids had a lot of questions about what Parkinson’s was, and Velez did his best to answer them honestly. “However old your kids are, there is an age-appropriate way to explain Parkinson’s to them, so that they know what to expect,” he says. The American Parkinson Disease Association has a variety of resources for families navigating these conversations, including the downloadable books Mommy Has PD, Something’s Different About Grandpa and Talking to Your Teen About Parkinson’s.

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Being open with his family about his diagnosis made it easier for Velez to tell other people about it. Now, it’s something he shares freely. As a middle school baseball coach, he starts each season telling his players about his diagnosis and how it might impact him. For example, sometimes he feels tired during practice and has to sit down on the bucket used for holding all the baseballs. He says they’ve completely embraced it. “When I’m feeling good, they’ll ask to race me. When they notice I’m feeling not-so good, they’ll bring me the bucket to sit on,” he says.

Three years into his diagnosis, Velez says that he has good days and bad days. His life may look different than it did before, but he certainly hasn’t stopped living fully. Besides coaching middle school baseball, Velez is a passionate beekeeper. “I go into a trance when I’m beekeeping and I stop shaking,” he says, adding that when he’s beekeeping, he often forgets completely about Parkinson’s.

Finding Community

Connecting with other people with Parkinson’s has been key for Velez—especially other people who are as young as he is. Velez found his community on TikTok. “One day, I was scrolling through TikTok trying to disconnect by finding funny videos to show my kids, and I came across this video of a guy who was wearing a hat with the name of a band I like, Social Distortion. We started exchanging messages and he told me he had Parkinson’s,” Velez says. Soon, Velez was included in a group chat with more than 20 people of all ages living with Parkinson’s. 

The group chat is a place where support is exchanged as often as jokes. “We all look after each other and we had a Secret Santa exchange like you wouldn’t believe. Packages were being sent all over the world,” Velez says. “Yes, we all have this condition in common, but we can laugh. We can enjoy life.”

Velez says that his wife has her own people she connects with too—other friends she can go to for support and just to have fun with. After all, Parkinson’s doesn’t just impact the person diagnosed; it impacts the whole family.

Even though Velez has a great support system, he says that not everyone has stuck around after he’s shared his diagnosis. This may be because they might not know how to respond or act. Velez says that many people simply aren’t educated about Parkinson’s, which is why he speaks openly about it with anyone he can.

Velez is proof that while Parkinson’s disease can certainly be challenging and life after a diagnosis may look different, it’s not anyone’s complete identity. It’s still possible to live a full, passionate life with Parkinson’s. If you want to connect with others with Parkinson’s either online or in-person, visit the American Parkinson Disease Association website to find a chapter near you.

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Sources

• What is Parkinson’s Disease? American Parkinson Disease Association
• Rocha, G. S., Freire, M. A. M., Falcao, D., et al. (2025). Neurodegeneration in Parkinson’s disease: are we looking in the right spot? Molecular Brain. doi: 10.1186/s13041-025-01218-6.

Taco Bell fans everywhere have been begging for one specific menu item to make a comeback for years. For years, people have recreated it using secret menu hacks, reminisced about ordering it decades ago and wondered if Taco Bell would ever bring it back for good. Now, the fast-food chain has finally answered their prayers.

The return is just one of several exciting menu moves Taco Bell is making as it rolls out new offerings and limited-time favorites heading into 2026.

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Taco Bell Is Bringing Back the Enchirito

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The wait is over: Taco Bell is officially bringing back the Enchirito nationwide for a limited time.

For the uninitiated, the Enchirito is part enchilada, part burrito and completely delicious. The Taco Bell classic starts with a flour tortilla stuffed with seasoned beef, refried beans and diced onions. It's then covered in Taco Bell's red sauce and topped with melted cheese.

The returning Enchirito costs just $3.99 at participating locations, making it one of the more affordable menu items at Taco Bell right now.

The Enchirito first debuted in 1970 and quickly became a fan favorite thanks to its fork-and-knife presentation and hearty combination of burrito and enchilada flavors.

Taco Bell discontinued the Enchirito in 1993, only to bring it back in 1999 after overwhelming customer demand. It disappeared again in 2013 and has since returned only as a limited-time offering in 2022 and 2023.

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Fans Are Already Losing It Over the Enchirito's Return

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Taco Bell fans are celebrating the Enchirito's return with the kind of enthusiasm usually reserved for album drops and sports championships. Some people say the new Enchirito looks even bigger than they remember. Others are thrilled simply to have it back on Taco Bell menus after years of uncertainty.

Of course, longtime fans have noticed one thing missing: the Enchirito doesn't include the three iconic black olive slices that topped the original version back in the 1970s. For some Taco Bell purists, that detail is part of the nostalgia.

Still, most fans seem more than happy to overlook the missing olives. After all, the Enchirito is back at Taco Bell, covered in red sauce and gooey cheese just like they remember.

And with Taco Bell continuing to introduce new menu items and surprise returning favorites, the Enchirito's comeback proves one thing: if enough fans ask for something long enough, Taco Bell just might listen.

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Few songs captured the sound of the summer of 1973 quite like "Brother Louie."

Performed by the New York rock band Stories, the song climbed to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in August 1973, becoming the group's only chart-topping hit. It spent 18 weeks on the chart and quickly established itself as one of the year's biggest singles, thanks to its unforgettable chorus and soulful rock sound.

Led by vocalist Ian Lloyd and keyboardist Michael Brown, Stories formed in New York in the early 1970s and quickly earned a reputation for blending rock, pop and soul influences. While the band released two studio albums, "Brother Louie" became its defining moment, introducing Stories to a national audience and earning the group its lone No. 1 hit.

Although Stories made the song famous in the United States, "Brother Louie" wasn't originally their creation. It was first recorded by British band Hot Chocolate before being released as a single by Stories just months later. Both versions told the story of an interracial romance, a subject that remained controversial in the early 1970s and gave the song an emotional depth that set it apart from many other hits of the era.

"It wasn't the style of music that [Stories] had recorded on either the first or second album," Lloyd told Classic Bands. "'Brother Louie' was added to the second record after it had already been put out, printed, pressed, sent out. Then we recorded 'Brother Louie' and stuck it on there. So the reason 'Brother Louie'ended up there after the album had already come out was because the record company wanted me to find another record they could work with for Top 40. I literally sat in a room for a couple of days with the A&R guy at Buddah Records and we went through what, at the time I didn't think about much, was cassettes of demos. I mean, some were vinyl. When 'Brother Louie' was played, it was crazy because when I heard it, I thought 'that's different.' Then they got to the chorus. As soon as they hit the chorus, I said 'This is the one. This is the one we should do.'"

The song's success also helped cement its place in pop culture. Its memorable hook and driving rhythm made it a radio staple throughout the summer of 1973, while its socially conscious lyrics gave listeners something more to think about beneath the infectious melody.

Stories disbanded just a few years later, but "Brother Louie" left a legacy behind.

"I felt the bulk of Michael and my compositions kind of got ignored by our new 'Louie' fans," Lloyd said in a 2011 interview. "A lot of the 'older' fans felt we had sold out. We got stuck between a rock and a hard place. This eventually broke up the band."

The song has continued to receive regular airplay on oldies and classic hits stations, while later cover versions, including the 1986 international hit by Modern Talking, introduced it to new audiences around the world.

More than 50 years after topping the charts, "Brother Louie" remains the song most closely associated with Stories. For one unforgettable summer in 1973, it wasn't just another hit: it became one of the defining records of the season.

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If you're like me and need coffee to function, Starbucks is the place to go—but it can come at a steep price depending on your order. Trust me, I get it. I need my Venti White Mocha with an extra shot, caramel drizzle and extra whip to get my day started too, but spending $6 or more every day for coffee might not be conducive to our savings goals in the long run.

Of course, if you absolutely can’t function without your daily dose of Starbies, there are some ways to at least make it a little bit easier on your wallet. Whether that means swapping out your usual beverage for something similar or simply ordering in a specific way, if you’re savvy, you can have your Starbucks and still manage to put some cash into your savings account. To find out the best ways to save big at the Bucks, we went straight to the source—the baristas. Who better to help you make the most of your daily coffee order than the beverage magicians draped in green aprons behind the counter?

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That said, results may vary depending on your local store, so it’s best to be prepared to pay full price just in case. Without further ado, here's the best Starbucks hack for cheaper drinks to help you save on your next morning coffee run. 

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How to Order Cheaper Drinks at Starbucks

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So, let's say you’re about to order your usual Café Latte. At its most basic, it’s espresso and steamed milk. Price-wise, at most Starbucks locations, it’ll cost you about $4.75, but what if you could get a similar beverage for nearly $1 less? According to baristas in r/Starbucks on Reddit, you can order a Café Misto instead. Also known as a Café au Lait, a Misto is simply half brewed coffee and half steamed milk—and it works out to about $3.75 at Starbucks. Although you won’t get quite the same kick of espresso, you can pretty much recreate your favorite latte for less.

The only caveat is that if you opt to sub in half-and-half, vanilla sweet cream or breve, you’ll have to pay extra. It also doesn’t come with any syrups, so those would be an extra charge as well. Luckily, you can swap out non-dairy milk free of charge because Starbucks did away with the upcharge for soy, almond, coconut and oat milk a few years ago.

Another way to save big at Starbucks is to just order the espresso shots with a splash of your favorite milk. A doppio, or double shot, of espresso typically costs about $2.95, and as long as you don’t go overboard with the milk, then it’s free of charge, which brings us to the 4-ounce rule.

What Is 'the 4-Ounce Rule'?

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What exactly is the 4-ounce rule, you ask? Essentially, as long as you get 4 ounces or less of milk added to a drink that doesn’t otherwise come with it, then it’s free. According to baristas in a Reddit thread in r/Starbucks, anything over 4 ounces incurs an additional charge. That means if you just want a splash of milk in your coffee, then you’re in the clear. Of course, if you order an iced doppio with almond milk and expect it to be filled all the way to the top, then you should also expect to pay extra. 

It’s also worth noting that not every store will make a big fuss about adding in extra milk, but for the most part it isn’t considered a best practice. According to some baristas in the r/Starbucks subreddit, this discrepancy makes it one of the more annoying drink orders to navigate, especially when the customer expects a full beverage without being charged for it. 

How to Use the Rewards System to Order Cheaper Drinks

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Beyond that, the best way to save at Starbucks is to take advantage of its rewards program. Not only do you get exclusive access to deals and discounts, but it can actually go a long way toward helping you save in the long run. For starters, when you load your app with money and use it to pay, you get an additional star for every dollar. This is also true when you pay with a loaded gift card. Once you’ve racked up enough stars, you can use them toward free modifications on your favorite drinks or redeem them for free items.

You can also score stars by bringing your own clean reusable cup with you (and you may potentially also receive an additional discount depending on the store).

Plus, as a rewards member, you’ll get a free drink on your birthday.

Final Takeaways

Making your money stretch at Starbucks isn’t really all that complicated. Sometimes it just requires changing your perspective. Whether it means ordering your drink a certain way or opting to take advantage of the Starbucks Rewards program, there are a few ways to save at the famous coffee chain. What are some of your favorite ways to save money at Starbucks? Let us know in the comments.

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Judith Sheldon, 84, the daughter of director William Wyler, was found dead inside a car alongside her husband, Wylie Sheldon, 86, in northern California on Monday, June 15, E! News reports.

In a collision report obtained by the outlet, the California Highway Patrol stopped to investigate a car parked on the shoulder of a highway at 5:45 p.m. local time.

"The CHP officer observed the vehicle was running and the driver and passenger were unresponsive inside the vehicle," the report said. "A second CHP officer arrived on scene, and both officers rendered medical aid to the parties along with medical personnel."

Both Judith and Wylie were pronounced dead on the scene, with it being described as "what appears to be medically related."

The exact cause of death as well as the circumstances surrounding it are under investigation.

Lieutenant Josh Smith of the California Highway Patrol spoke with SFGate, saying that they do not suspect foul play, adding that they are "retracing the couple’s journey from the Bay Area to check where they stopped along the way."

“It was the hottest day of the year so far, or second hottest. I’m sure there’s always a possibility that excessive heat played a role,” Smith said. “But I can’t confirm that without a medical exam.” 

Judith is the daughter of Wyler, a director who received numerous accolades across his five-decade career, including winning three Academy Awards. Wyler, who died in July 1981, still holds the record for the most Academy Award nominations for Best Director with 12. Behind him is Martin Scorsese with 10 nominations and Steven Spielberg with nine. Her mother, actress Margaret Tallichet, appeared in numerous films across her career, being best known for her leading role in Stranger on the Third Floor (1940),

Judith was a big supporter of the arts and served as the chairman of the board of the San Francisco Silent Film Festival for nearly 30 years.

There is currently plenty of hype for House of the Dragon Season 3, which premieres on June 21, 2026. Part of the hype is due to the highly anticipated Battle of the Gullet, and it turns out that the battle has helped to break a world record.

Emmy-winning stunt coordinator Rowley Irlam shared about how the show was going big for its legendary Battle of the Gullet in a promotional behind-the-scenes video, and he commented that the big burn had called for 20 stunt people. However, if just three more people were added, the production would be able to beat the world record for the most stunt people involved in one take.

So, what did Irlam and the team do? They added three more people in to make sure they made TV history.

That record was previously broken in 2017. Cast your mind back to Game of Thrones Season 7 Episode 4, when Daenerys Targaryen flew across the Tyrell lands on Drogon after Jaime and Bronn took out the final remnants of the army there. As she flew across, burning everyone, it helped to set a new record for the most stunt people in one single take.

Irlam was one of the stunt coordinators on the set. He knew exactly which record he needed to break, and he effectively broke one of his own.

The Battle of the Gullet will take place over water, though. It turns out that three million liters of water was used to make this battle scene as epic as everyone is expecting it to be based on Fire & Blood by George R.R. Martin. On top of that, 200 tons of steel was also used. A whopping 15,000 stunt and crowd performers were hired for the whole season, and the photography for the Gullet took 27 days, and it was done in five sections.

Actors have described the Battle of the Gullet as “extraordinary” and “epic” in the video. Showrunner Ryan Condal shared that it took 314 days of shooting. That’s not too surprising when you consider he has previously said it takes a year to film a season of House of the Dragon. Mix that with the seven to eight months it takes to create the dragons, it’s why we have to wait two years for each season.

There have been complaints from viewers over the last two seasons about book changes and slow moments. However, House of the Dragon Season 3 is the season that the cast and crew have been excited about the most, and they’re ready for everyone to see it play out.

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Whether you’re part of the new financial movement that encourages you to calculate your FIRE number (Financial Independence, Retire Early), or you’ve always been smart at saving and investing your funds for a brighter future, we’ve all crossed paths with people who know how to ambitiously strategize.

While retirement is a unique journey, with each person walking their own timeline and path, certain personalities are most likely to swiftly accomplish their goals, plan with meticulous care, and responsibly manage their long-term needs. They put off temporary satisfaction for longevity. According to astrologers, four birth months may align most with this mindset and natural disposition. Read on to discover which three birth months are most likely to retire early, per experts.

Which Birth Months May Retire Early?

Check for your birth month below. Your birth month is a beginner-friendly way to understand your astrological personality. While the following three birth months are most likely to retire early, this does not mean that individuals born in other months cannot achieve early retirement. It also doesn’t imply that everyone born in the mentioned months must or will retire early. This analysis examines the personality traits often seen in people who successfully retire early.

January: Ambitious Builders of Long-Term Success

People born in January are either a motivated Capricorn or an innovative Aquarius. That’s to say, this birth month doesn’t shy away from ambitious goals that require their utmost dedication and gritty determination. It’s important for this birth month to feel connected to a greater purpose. Envisioning an early retirement allows them to find greater meaning in their day-to-day routines, goals, and obligations. Through this heightened expectation, they allow themselves to put their practical personality to good use. Labor feels more intentional, rewards feel more celebratory, and each little win feels like a bigger piece of the puzzle of ultimate financial freedom for them.

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May: The Steady Savers and Smart Investors

Those born in May are known for their loyalty. Whatever they set their sights on, they give it their all. Either a sensual Taurus or a social Gemini, they also find their best selves in a relationship with others. They know all too well that people act as a mirror to their inner potential. For them, early retirement means the opportunity to spend more time with those who matter most. This accelerated lifestyle choice allows them to filter quality decisions over a quantity of superficial experiences. While they love a taste of luxury, these refined individuals are more likely to save their pennies for a rainy day. They don't get lost keeping up with the Joneses, allowing them, at times, to retire far earlier to fully bask in the rewards of decades of hard work.

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September: The Detail-Oriented Master Planners

People born in September are often known for their focused Type A personalities and mindfulness. They usually take on significant responsibilities and have clear control over the details of their lives. Although their careful nature can make them overly self-critical due to high expectations, it also helps them with long-term planning. They want to enjoy their later years, so they focus on making sure their actions align with their sense of purpose and legacy. This motivation drives them to work hard toward their aims. Whether they identify as grounded Virgos or balanced Libras, September-borns thrive on consistency, discipline, and adherence to established rules. Their aim for early retirement helps them find deeper meaning in their daily lives and a better understanding of their place within the bigger picture.

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A floor lamp is one of the most important pieces in any room, helping set the mood while shaping how the space looks and feels. But great lighting isn't just about appearance — the most practical floor lamps are designed to adapt to your everyday routine. Whether you're reading, working, relaxing, or winding down for the night, features like adjustable brightness, multiple color temperatures, and flexible positioning make it easy to create the right lighting for any moment.

The Outon Arc Floor Lamp checks all those boxes and more. Right now, it's on sale for 49% off at Walmart, bringing the price down from $90 to just $46. For a lamp packed with convenient features, that's an impressive value.

Outon Arc Floor Lamp, From $46 (was $90) at Walmart

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The lamp stands 67 inches tall and features an 11-inch base for stability. The linen lampshade measures 11 inches in diameter and 9 inches tall, creating a balanced look that works well in a variety of rooms. While the standard version comes in black, there are also two rattan-inspired variations available for those who prefer a more boho-inspired aesthetic.

One of the standout features is the included remote control. The magnetic remote lets you adjust brightness and color temperature from up to 50 feet away, making it easy to customize your lighting without leaving your seat. If you prefer, you can also operate the lamp using the built-in foot switch. A memory function automatically remembers your preferred settings, so you don't have to readjust the lamp every time you turn it on.

The lighting options are especially impressive. The lamp offers four color temperatures, including 3000K warm light, 4000K white light, 5000K cool white, and 6000K daylight. Brightness is fully adjustable from 5% to 100%, allowing you to create anything from a soft night-light glow to bright task lighting for reading, working, or crafting.

The flexible lamp head adds even more versatility. It can rotate up to 220 degrees, allowing you to direct light exactly where it's needed. Whether you're illuminating your reading chair, highlighting a corner of the room, or brightening a workspace, the adjustable head makes targeted lighting simple.

It’s also made from high-quality materials. The timeless linen shade softens the light for a warmer, more inviting glow. There's also a convenient hook built into the design that can be used to hang lightweight accessories such as bags, scarves, or headphones. Meanwhile, the heavily weighted 6.2-pound base helps keep the lamp securely in place and reduces the risk of tipping.

Convenience continues with the included 9W LED bulb, which is designed to last up to 50,000 hours while using significantly less energy than traditional bulbs. According to the manufacturer, it can reduce electricity consumption by up to 90%. If you prefer a different bulb, the lamp is also compatible with standard E26 bulbs. Plus, assembly is refreshingly simple, according to reviews.

With nearly 200 five-star reviews, shoppers seemed to love it too. One shopper described it as “beautiful, well made, and easy to put together,” writing, “I love the different light options and that it has a remote control. I want one for each room!”

Another called it “super sturdy,” highlighting the “heavy base that doesn’t disappoint.” They shared, “It looks great next to my bed and the height is not too tall or low, but just right. The lamp’s aesthetic will complement almost any decor as it truly holds its own in design and style.”

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For a feature-packed floor lamp that easily adapts to everyday life, the Outon Arc Floor Lamp With Remote is an excellent choice. Between the flexible head, customizable lighting, remote control, and sturdy construction, it delivers far more functionality than many standard floor lamps. With Walmart's current 49% discount, you can save more than $40 on this stylish and practical lighting upgrade.

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New York City is celebrating the Knicks' NBA victory, and star player Jalen Brunson is enjoying the parade with his wife, Ali Brunson, and almost-two-year-old daughter, Jordyn.

Crowds of fans flooded Lower Manhattan streets, honoring the hometown team on their first NBA Championship victory in 53 years. And of course, the team’s players and plenty of famous faces were leading the way. 

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Fans spotted Brunson making this a true family affair, alongside his wife and toddler. Cameras caught the player toting his tot down the parade route, escorted by NYPD’s finest. 

Forget about the ‘Stevie Knicks’ tee thatTaylor Swiftwore during Game 4. Little Jordyn Brunson sported a much more fashionable Knicks-themed top. The one-year-old (she’ll turn two on July 31) wore a cute custom number 11 top with ‘New York” and “My Dad’s the MVP. Hallelujah” embroidered on the front in blue and orange and an absolutely adorable gem-accented NBA New York Knicks Headband from Super Smalls.

This certainly isn’t the first time during the NBA Finals that fans have seen Brunson’s family by his side. Jalen’s wife, Ali, recently shared a series of sweet snapshots on Instagram from the past few weeks, captioning the carousel, “My camera roll from the NBA finals. Surrounded by family & soaking up every minute of this.” 

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Ali started with a pic of Jordyn, the family’s goldendoodle, Kona, and their rescue doodle, Stevie, on a blanket in the park. 

She also includes a photo of Jordyn enjoying an iPad on a flight, the toddler swimming in a pool, a billboard of the family in NYC, a selfie in a sequined number 11 blazer, and, of course, a few pics with her famous husband. 

Brunson family fans flocked to the post, commenting, “Thank you to this team for bringing such joy and unity to this city. Boy did we need it”, “Such a beautiful family. New York is lucky to have you representing the best the city in the world! The championship has meant so much to all of us!” and, “What a beautiful down to earth family! You have all brought so much joy! You deserve all the accolades and honors! Obsessed with all the pictures you post!”

Jordyn wasn’t the only young fan to mark this historic win. The Children’s Museum of Manhattan hosted its own ‘kid-sized ticker tape celebration’ on Wednesday, June 17 in the late afternoon. The Museum chose a time that was family-friendly but didn’t conflict with regular school hours. This gave kiddos the chance to honor their team without taking the day off.

Likewise, the Brunsons weren’t the only celebs to enjoy the festivities. Mariska Hargitay,Timothee Chalamet, Martha Stewart, and Ben Stiller all celebrated with the rest of New York City!

Jenna Bush Hager had a very unexpected trip down memory lane.

This morning, on Today with Jenna & Sheinelle, Hager told Sheinelle Jones that she did "the weirdest thing" the night before, after visiting a town where she used to own a home.

On the way home, one of her daughters suggested they drive past their old house.

"Mila goes, 'Let's drive past our old house,'" Hager said. "And I said, 'Okay, let's do it.'"

Jenna Bush Hager Drove Past Her Old House

Hager said they drove by the home, but the quick look turned into something else when someone inside saw them.

"Right when we got there, somebody in the window waved," she said.

Hager said she had to make a choice.

"So then you have to choose one of two options," she said. "You've got to pull over, or you're a creepy person."

She pulled over.

Hager said her daughters were not exactly thrilled with the decision at first.

"Mila and Poppy were hiding," she said. "They were like, 'What are you doing? Creeper. Don't stop.'"

The Family Was Invited Inside

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The visit turned out to be much warmer than her daughters expected.

Hager said the family got out, met the people living there, and were invited inside.

"Did they let you in?" Jones asked.

"Yes," Hager said.

She said they walked through the house, which was being redone, and she started pointing out memories to her daughters.

"We walked through our old house that we lived in for a long time," Hager said.

The house had a special family connection. Hager said it was the home where she brought both Poppy and Hal home from the hospital.

"And we looked at it, and I was like, 'Girls, do you remember this? Do you remember?'" she said.

Sheinelle Jones Shared Her Own Memory

Jones understood why the moment meant so much.

She said she has also gone back to visit a former home in Wichita, where the view outside used to look very different.

"The place where we used to live across the street, it used to just be wheat," Jones said. "I used to stare out of the window, and it would just be, like, wheat for days, and now it's, like, a subdivision."

Hager said her mother had once gone by one of their old homes and found that it had been torn down.

"Oh, no," Jones said.

"I know, sad," Hager replied.

Related: Sheinelle Jones Faces Her Biggest Fear on Live TV

Hager Recommended Going Back to a Previous Residence

The visit may have started as a spontaneous detour, but Hager said she was glad she stopped.

She said the woman inside even offered her a glass of rosé.

Hager then recommended the experience to viewers if they ever get the chance.

"If you ever have the chance to go back to, like, where some of your fondest memories were made," she said.

There was one small problem.

Hager said her husband, Henry, was waiting for her at home after she told him she would be back in five minutes.

"Henry was like, 'Where are you? You said you were five minutes out," she said. Oops!

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Dunkin’ is celebrating one of golf’s biggest championships with some tee-riffic limited edition merch and beverages.  

The coffee and donut company is releasing a Munchkin Golf Ball Sleeve, a collection in collaboration with TaylorMade Golf Company, and a Westhampton Beach Dunkin’ golf store takeover.

These new additions are meant to celebrate “the routines, rituals and moments that define how golfers and fans alike show up to the game – whether it’s the first iced coffee before an early tee time, a Refresher at the turn or a post-round stop on the way home,” the company said in a statement.

As of today, Thursday, June 18, with the purchase of a beverage, customers can receive a free Tee Cup Holder at participating locations. The limited-edition item is decorated with a Dunkin’ argyle print.

The company is also partnering with 2x Major Champion John Daly to promote the new items. He was featured in a Dunkin’ YouTube video where he shared that he orders his drink “Daly style, with a little bit of room.”

The company is offering two limited beverages, which they’re calling “Tee” drinks.

First is the Peach “Tee” Dunkin’ Zero, which they describe as a “refreshing zero-sugar energy drink inspired by a classic peach tea, featuring peach flavor combined with iced black tea.”

The other new addition is Raspberry “Tee” Lemonade, which is “Sweet and tart lemonade combined with iced black tea and raspberry flavor for a refreshing sip.”

The limited Munchkin Golf Ball Sleeve, is a “custom, green-ready sleeve” with three of their signature donut holes and one “Dunkin’ x TaylorMade SpeedSoft golf ball.”

Longtime Today show host Al Roker's daughter, Leila Roker, married her partner Sylvain Gricourt in not one but "three [beautiful] weddings" in 2026, and the 71-year-old had the sweetest reaction to the special moments... with an edge.

Related: ‘Today’ Host Unexpectedly Steals the Show From Zara Larsson With Her Dancing

“You see both of your daughters as these little girls — and now they’re women, and somebody else is taking care of them," he told cohostsCraig Melvin and Carson Daly at their annual Father’s Day event in New York, per Today. And while he's happy for his girls, he also issued a stern warning to their husbands: “I will be willing that, if anything goes wrong, to kill them.”

Jokes aside, the talk show host was emotional about the special events, which included a courthouse wedding with the "local magistrate" in Gricourt's home country of France, a Catholic ceremony there, and then another wedding in New Jersey, where Roker lives and Leila grew up.

“When I looked at Leila [coming down the aisle], I literally flashed back to this moment," he recalled. "There’s a picture of Leila and [my wife] Deborah [Roberts] outside her preschool and Deborah’s kind of crouched down. Leila’s wearing this little jumper."

"It was like no time had passed," he said, starry-eyed. "I saw that same girl.”

“It felt like yesterday that I was with her in her third grade class, walking across the Brooklyn Bridge and doing a field day,” he added. “And boom, now here she is, married.”

Despite his immense pride and affection in the moment, Roker admitted that no tears were shed. "It’s funny — people kept asking me, ‘How’d you hold it together? Were you crying?’" he explained. "I think I was so happy that crying never even occurred to me."

Who is Leila Roker's Husband, Sylvain Gricourt?

Leila met her future husband in 2018 at a bar in Paris while she was studying journalism at the American University of Paris. Leila told Vogue she was drawn to the 6' 5" hulk for his "gentle manner,” adding, “What began as a casual conversation turned into something deeper."

Related: Kathie Lee Gifford Recalls Touching Moment With Hoda Kotb on the Day Her Husband Died

The couple dated for seven years while building their lives together in France before Gricourt surprised her with a proposal during a trip to Venice in early 2025, after asking her father for his support at Christmas months prior.

“I found a quiet moment one morning to ask her father, Al, to join me for coffee... I asked for his blessing," said Gricourt. "His warm, immediate response confirmed something I had already felt: that our families had truly come together."

After announcing their engagement in March of that year, they tied the knot in a civil and church ceremony in Paris on May 9, 2026, followed by a second celebration in New Jersey later that month, making sure to celebrate both of their cultures and families.

“Across both ceremonies, I felt an overwhelming sense of joy," Leila explained. "Seeing those worlds come together—not once, but twice—felt nothing short of magic.”

Apple TV is no stranger to a hit series. The streaming service is the behemoth behind fan and critic favorites like Severance, The Morning Show, and Ted Lasso. And now they have another hit series on their hands with x-episode horror comedy, Widow's Bay.

Widow's Bay has been called "an absolute blast, rich and wonderful" and "grownup, funny, scary, [and] true." by The Guardian since its release on April, 29th, 2026. Now, the show just received potentially the highest honor in horror: A rave endorsement from horror legend, Stephen King.

King took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to gush about his love for the show.

WIDOW'S BAY is good. MAXIMUM PLEASURE GUARANTEED is even better. It's like Hitchcock came back to do it one more time. And Tatiana Maslany is so good. The play of emotions on her face is pretty incredible. She goes from comic to terror in an instant.

— Stephen King (@StephenKing) June 17, 2026

However, King isn't the only king of the horror genre to sing praises for Widow's Bay.

Hideo Kojima, the iconic game designer behind the likes of Death Stranding, Silent Hill, and Metal Gear took to social media as well once he binged the show. And who recommended it to him?

Just three-time Academy Award winning filmmaker, Guillermo del Toro, casually.

Saw episode 10. Can’t wait for season 2🙏🫶🚣 https://t.co/E9PXWXWYpA pic.twitter.com/iIqspp2PAG

— HIDEO_KOJIMA (@HIDEO_KOJIMA_EN) June 17, 2026

Widow's Bay takes place on the fictional titular island in New England. The series follow Mayor Tom Loftis (played by Matthew Rhys) who is trying to change the narrative of the town and paint it as "the next Martha's Vineyard" and make it a tourist destination. However, his efforts are stifled by the town's lore and a pact made with a demonic entity long ago, which plagues the island with evils and a curse that befalls all of the residents born on the island.

Ahead of the series finale, which released on Tuesday, June 17th 2026, Apple TV renewed Widow's Bay for a second season.

The full series of Widow's Bay is streaming now, exclusively on Apple TV.

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Niall Horan is headed to country music's most famous stage.

The former One Direction star, who recently teamed up with Thomas Rhett on a revamped version of Rhett's hit song "Old Tricks," will make his Grand Ole Opry debut on July 7 as part of the Opry's ongoing 100th anniversary celebration.

The Irish singer-songwriter's appearance marks another major milestone in a solo career that has seen him become one of the music industry's biggest global stars since One Direction's rise to fame. Horan has sold more than 90 million records worldwide and scored multiple hit albums and singles, including the triple-Platinum smash "Slow Hands."

In recent years, Horan also became a familiar face to television audiences as a coach on NBC's long-running singing competition series The Voice. He joined the show in 2023 and quickly found success, coaching Gina Miles to victory in his first season before later returning for two additional seasons of the show.

The Opry appearance also comes as Horan promotes his fourth solo studio album, Dinner Party, which was released earlier this year through Capitol Records.

Horan and Rhett are scheduled to co-headline two stadium concerts this summer, including a July 9 performance at Nashville's GEODIS Park and a July 18 show at Hersheypark Stadium in Pennsylvania. The collaboration has introduced Horan to an even larger country audience as he continues to expand his musical horizons.

The July 7 show is part of the Grand Ole Opry's yearlong centennial celebration. Other artists scheduled to appear in the coming weeks include Opry members Chris Young, Lorrie Morgan, Rhonda Vincent, Gene Watson, Chris Janson, Steven Curtis Chapman and The Isaacs, as well as Tanya Tucker, Dennis Quaid, Tori Kelly and Charlie Worsham.

Following his Opry debut, Horan will launch his Dinner Party Live On Tour on Sept. 22 in Birmingham, England. The arena tour will travel across Europe before beginning its North American leg in March 2027.

For country music fans, Horan's Opry debut offers a chance to see one of pop music's biggest stars step onto one of Nashville's most revered stages for the very first time.

Related: Trisha Yearwood and Keith Urban Recreate Iconic Country Duet at the Grand Ole Opry 45 Years Later (Exclusive)

The Gilmore Girls fandom grew while it was available to stream on Netflix. The platform managed to bring back the cast to release four new episodes with Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life in 2016.

Sadly, the original show leaves Netflix on June 30. But there is a category of shows that will be available that claims to be similar to the hit show.

Netflix Shows Similar to 'Gilmore Girls'

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Gilmore Girls follows Lorelai (Lauren Graham) raising Rory (Alexis Bledel) in a small town called Stars Hollow. She agrees to have weekly family dinners with her estranged parents, Emily (Kelly Bishop) and Richard (Edward Hermann), in exchange for them paying for Rory's private school tuition.

Netflix is known for suggesting more shows and movies based on what you've already watched. There is a category called, "That Stars Hollow State of Mind" with TV shows that the platform believes are similar to the sitcom.

The shows in the category are:

Dawson's CreekVirgin RiverGrey's AnatomyRunning PointYoung SheldonAnne With An "E"Sullivan's CrossingMy Life With the Walter BoysAtypicalNashivlleNobody Wants ThisScandalGinny & GeorgiaMomEmily In ParisNever Have I EverRizzoli & IslesGossip GirlHeartlandVeronica MarsYoungerOne DayFirefly LaneDOCMike & MollyGilmore Girls: A Year in the LifeNorth of NorthFrom ScratchRansom CanyonSuburgatoryWhat I Like About YouTouched By An AngelLeanneLove

Some of the shows unsurprisingly, focus on a mother and daughter, or two strong women. North of North focuses on a young Inuk mother who was raised by a single mother. What I Like About You focuses on two sisters living together. Ginny & Georgia was marketed to be similar to the Gilmore Girls except the mother and daughter have a murderous past.

Other shows are more focused on young romance, such as Dawson's Creek, Gossip Girl, and Never Have I Ever. But other titles fit because of their snappy comedy like Mike & Molly, Atypical, and Young Sheldon.

Related: ‘Outlast: The Jungle’: Braxton Shows ‘My Girls’ Amid Fans Angry at Team Charlie

How to Watch 'Gilmore Girls'

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Fans of the WB show can still stream it in other ways. Gilmore Girls will be available on Disney+ and Hulu. However, this is a major change for Netflix subscribers and they're making it known that they're not happy.

Netflix's Instagram account shared a clip of Outlast: The Jungle. The comments are about the sitcom instead of the reality show.

"Netflix I know you reading these comments , bring back Gilmore [Girls] or you’re losing a very good paying customer," a most-liked comment reads.

"No more Gilmore Girls or Seinfeld? Those are the only reasons I subscribed," another person wrote.

"Bye bye, [Reba] now [Gilmore Girls]. Seriously what are you doing??? Already unsubscribed," a commenter complained.

Related: ‘Bridgerton’ Stars Look Forward to Gregory’s Season, ‘You’ll Thrive’

Fans have the rest of June to enjoy the mother-daughter show on Netflix. After that, this Star Hollow category aims to fill the void.

Long before streaming playlists existed, NASA had already figured out the power of a great morning song. Wake-up calls date back to the Gemini program in the 1960s, when mission controllers began using music to greet crews at the start of a new day in orbit. Family members, friends, and even celebrities have selected songs for individual astronauts over the decades — but few songs found their way back into space as often as this 1972 Elton John classic.

The Song That Was Always Going to End Up in Space

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"Rocket Man (I Think It's Going To Be A Long, Long Time)" was released in March 1972 as the lead single from John's album Honky Château. Written by John and longtime collaborator Bernie Taupin, the song was itself inspired by Ray Bradbury's short story "The Rocket Man" — a tale about an astronaut whose work keeps pulling him away from the family he loves. That tension between duty and longing, ambition and home, rocketed the emotional song beyond the charts and into space.

According to NASA records, "Rocket Man" was played to wake up at least four shuttle crews aboard Discovery and Atlantis across the Space Shuttle program's history — more than almost any other song in the tradition. By the time the Space Shuttle program was nearing its end, the pop-rock ballad had become one of NASA's most recognizable musical choices.

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The Morning NASA Beamed Elton John Into Orbit

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The song's most memorable NASA moment came on July 13, 2011, during STS-135 — the final flight of the Space Shuttle program and the closeout of 30 years of missions. As Commander Christopher Ferguson, Pilot Douglas Hurley, Mission Specialist Sandra (Sandy) Magnus, and Mission Specialist Rex Walheim began their sixth day in orbit on Atlantis, mission controllers played "Rocket Man" followed by a personal message from Elton John himself.

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"Good morning Atlantis, this is Elton John," he said. "We wish you much success on your mission. A huge thank you to all the men and women at NASA who worked on the shuttle for the last three decades."

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How a 1972 Pop Song Became Part of Space History

Few songs have traveled a more fitting path than "Rocket Man." Written during the height of the Space Age, the 1972 hit eventually accompanied astronauts aboard Discovery and Atlantis, spanning nearly three decades of Space Shuttle history.

Although sound can't move through the vacuum of space, Elton John's classic crossed that cosmic boundary countless times, becoming part of a uniquely human tradition: bringing the music, memories, and comforts of Earth to astronauts.

A legendary British rock band that defined the 1960s and somehow never really stopped reinventing themselves is back with new music.

The Rolling Stones have announced a brand-new single, "Jealous Lover," arriving June 26, 2026.

It’s the latest preview of their upcoming studio album Foreign Tongues, due out July 10 via Capitol Records. The song is already shaping up to be another reminder that longevity doesn’t have to mean standing still.

Following the punchy, upbeat energy of earlier release "In the Stars," the new track shifts gears into something smoother and more sultry.

"Jealous Lover" leans into a soulful R&B groove, built around a warm, hypnotic rhythm and a vocal performance that finds Mick Jagger slipping into a striking falsetto as he delivers the song’s pointed lyrical narrative.

At its core, the track plays like a knowing exchange between charm and suspicion. Jagger, 82, narrates a playful but cutting warning to a partner whose curiosity might be getting out of hand. It’s delivered with the kind of wit and attitude that has long defined the band’s storytelling style, where humor and tension often sit side by side.

Musically, the song thrives on texture and interplay. Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood weave together guitar lines that feel loose but intentional, locking into a groove that never overstays its welcome.

The rhythm section—Darryl Jones on bass and Steve Jordan on drums—anchors everything with a steady, deeply felt pulse. Longtime collaborator Steve Winwood adds rich Rhodes and organ layers, while additional touches from producer Andrew Watt and keyboardist Matt Clifford round out the track’s warm, analog feel.

"Jealous Lover" doesn’t try to chase trends or recreate past eras. It simply slides into a space the group has been refining for years: blues, rock, soul and swagger, all filtered through a modern studio lens.

Related: How Blue Öyster Cult's 1976 Rock Anthem Fell Short on the Charts but Won Over Generations

Metal legends Sleep are wide awake in 2026. The band is dropping their first new music in eight years and hitting the road across North America — all with a completely new lineup. 

"Have Spacesuit Will Travel" marks Sleep's first release since 2018's The Sciences. Notably, it's also the first without founding guitarist Matt Pike. The band’s current lineup is led by bassist and primary songwriter Al Cisneros, who is joined by guitarist Bubba Dupree and drummer Dale Crover. 

The group addressed the change in a press release, with Cisneros saying he "wishes Matt the best on his earth-bound maneuvers," while assuring fans that "the music and art are alive after the decades of obstacles that Sleep has overcome."

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Pike isn't the only one who's out. Drummer Jason Roeder revealed in spring 2025 that he'd been "unceremoniously" fired and had since lost contact with both remaining members. 

What exactly happened with Pike is less clear. Outside of the press release, there's been little said, despite him hinting at upcoming Sleep plans as recently as March 2024.

The band originally ran from 1990 to 1998, reunited from 2009 to 2019, and returned briefly for shows in 2021 and 2022.  

At least musically, nothing has changed. “Have Spacesuit Will Travel” is out now on Jack White’s Third Man Records and brings back Sleep’s signature heavy sound. The new trio says they are “composing in the spirit of that which had been established so long ago.”

On the road, the band has two North American legs lined up for this fall. The first runs throughout September, hitting San Diego, Austin, Boise, Seattle and more before wrapping in Santa Ana. 

Sleep then returns in early November for the second leg, with dates in Chicago, Detroit, Toronto, Boston, Philadelphia and Brooklyn, among others.

Sleep Reveals Upcoming Live Shows

Tickets go on artist pre-sale Tuesday, June 23rd at 10 a.m. local time via Ticketmaster, with general on-sale following Thursday, June 25th at 10 a.m. local time.

Sleep 2026 Tour Dates:

• 09/08 – San Diego, CA @ The Observatory
• 09/09 – Phoenix, AZ @ The Van Buren
• 09/10 – Albuquerque, NM @ The Revel Entertainment Center
• 09/12 – Dallas, TX @ Granada Theater
• 09/13 – Austin, TX @ Levitation
• 09/14 – Oklahoma City, OK @ Tower Theatre
• 09/16 – Denver, CO @ Ogden Theatre
• 09/17 – Salt Lake City, UT @ The Grand At The Complex
• 09/18 – Boise, ID @ Treefort Music Hall
• 09/20 – Vancouver, BC @ Commodore Ballroom
• 09/21-22 – Seattle, WA @ Neptune Theatre
• 09/23 – Portland, OR @ Roseland Theater
• 09/25 – San Francisco, CA @ The Fillmore
• 09/26 – San Francisco, CA @ The Fillmore
• 09/27 – Santa Cruz, CA @ Catalyst
• 09/28 – Los Angeles, CA @ The Wiltern
• 09/29 – Santa Ana, CA @ The Observatory
• 11/04 – Minneapolis, MN @ First Avenue
• 11/05 – Milwaukee, WI @ Pabst Theater
• 11/06 – Chicago, IL @ Riviera Theatre
• 11/07 – Detroit, MI @ St. Andrews Hall
• 11/09 – Toronto, ON @ Phoenix Concert Hall
• 11/10 – Montreal, QC @ Club Soda
• 11/11 – Burlington, VT @ Higher Ground Ballroom
• 11/12 – Boston, MA @ Roadrunner
• 11/13 – Hudson, NY @ Basilica Hudson
• 11/15 – Philadelphia, PA @ Theatre of Living Arts
• 11/16 – Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Paramount
• 11/17 – Washington, DC @ Lincoln Theatre

Summer is nearly here, which means it's time to round up your seasonal essentials and see where a few upgrades might come in handy. Whether you're planning a beach day with the family, a poolside hang or a weekend picnic at the park, having the right gear on hand can make all the difference.

That's where Aldi enters the picture. The popular retail giant is known for stocking its shelves with plenty of food and beverage staples, but it's the Aldi Finds section that really gets us excited to stop in. And as luck would have it, a fan-favorite summer essential is in stores now for a limited time only: the Igloo 16-Quart Rolling Cooler, available in seafoam green for just $29.99.

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Igloo 16-Quart Rolling Cooler, $29.99 at Aldi

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Slightly cheaper at Aldi than you'll find it anywhere else, the Igloo 16-Quart Rolling Cooler is truly a lifesaver for a wide range of outdoor needs. Even better, its available seafoam green color is the perfect retro callback, one that looks just as good sitting on the beach as it does tucked into the backseat of your car.

At $29.99, this spacious cooler offers a world of storage possibilities, perfect for keeping snacks and beverages at an optimal temperature even on hot summer days. With room for up to 24 cans at once, it can serve as a stylish, durable drink tub for guests at a weekend barbecue or be packed full of snacks, lunch ingredients, drinks and more for an easy all-day setup.

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Design Details That Make a Difference

Adding to its charm, this cooler is also designed with sturdy wheels and a locking, telescoping handle for easy push-or-pull transport, along with molded-in side handles for easy carrying, loading and unloading. Inside, Igloo's signature Thermecool foam provides cleaner, more eco-friendly insulation that helps contents stay cooler for longer, while Igloo’s Cool Riser Technology improves performance by elevating the body above hot surfaces.

Rounding out the features, the cooler also sports an easy-to-clean liner with integrated pouring channels, making it simple to drain melted ice and get it back to its original shine. It's also compact enough to fit into tight spaces, whether you're tossing it in the backseat or trunk of a car, tucking it under a desk, into a garage corner or inside an equipment storage locker.

If ease of transportation and a convenient design are things you enjoy, this Igloo cooler is sure to impress. It's not so massive that you need an extra pair of hands, but it's still spacious enough to offer plenty of storage possibilities. Snag one while it's still around, as its limited availability means supplies will dwindle fast. And while you're there, check out Aldi's chic new weekender bags and an exciting new blind-box giveaway.

Related: Sam's Club's 'Cute' $22 Lunch Tote Is a Must-Have for Summer Adventures

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Sometimes the best seat in the house isn’t a standard couch or armchair, but a giant, sink-in lounger where you can cuddle up for hours on end. A riff off of the boneless couch trend, bean bag furniture offers a similar level of cloud-like comfort. Right now Target has a standout deal on an oversized memory foam-filled chair that can turn any room into a relaxing retreat. 

Normally $360, the Lau Kingdom Giant Corduroy Bean Bag Sofa is marked down 44% for a limited time, dropping the price to $202. All four colors are on sale, so you can choose which style best suits your space and still save $158. It's currently available in cloudy beige, emerald green, heather ash, and vintage mustard.

Lau Kingdom Giant Corduroy Bean Bag Sofa, $202 (was $360) at Target

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Unlike traditional bean bag chairs, this piece is filled with plush memory foam, so it has more structure than bead-filled options. The oversized design measures nearly 43 inches wide and long, which is comparable to a loveseat. It offers plenty of space for two adults to lounge comfortably without the structure sagging or losing shape. 

Ergonomically designed to support the arms, neck, and back, this cozy cloud chair features integrated armrests and a high backrest with three adjustable pillows. Luxe corduroy upholstery covers the entire surface and can be spot cleaned when needed.

Weighing 550 pounds, some customers noted that this bean bag sofa can be cumbersome to move. However, even those who struggled to reposition it praised its comfort. Delivered in compressed packaging, simply unbox it wherever you’d like it to stay and allow it to expand fully over the next 48 to 72 hours.

Shoppers said this "fluffy" oversized cloud chair feels "like a big hug." One reviewer called it the "best spot in the house" and said it's "perfect for reading or just relaxing."

Gamers and dorm dwellers, parents with kids and dogs, and even shoppers who have recently undergone surgery raved about this "huge, soft, and comfy" lounger. One reviewer who received a double knee replacement said they slept in this chair overnight while recovering. "It has changed my life," they said.

Shop More Deals

• Amerlife Chaise Lounge Sofa, $192 (was $310) at Target
• ModernLuxe Corduroy Boneless Chaise Lounge, $190 (was $740) at Target
• Big Joe Fuf Bean Bag Chair, $250 (was $312) at Target

Related: Target's 'Super Plush' $281 Linen Sleeper Sofa 'Converts Very Easily' Into a Queen-Size Bed

You can bring all the cozy vibes right to your living room, bedroom, guest room, or dorm with the Lau Kingdom Giant Corduroy Bean Bag Sofa. Snag it now while it's on sale at Target for 44% off!

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