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No Costco trip is complete without a stop at the food court, and now, there’s a new menu item getting plenty of attention.

Months after a testing phase, Costco has officially rolled out its latest entrée nationwide.

After a long day of shopping, customers can now grab chicken strips on their way out of the warehouse.

The new item appears to have passed with flying colors, joining fan favorites like pizza slices, frozen yogurt, hot dogs and ice cream cones.

Instagrammer Costco Savvy said there was "no way" she "was leaving without trying them," telling her followers that each order comes with 5 crispy chicken breast tenders that are served with a dipping sauce.

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"They're crispy on the outside and definitely filling," she noted of the $6.99 meal that's equally as perfect for adults on-the-go as it is for the littles, as one noted, "Ooo this is a great option for my kids! I’m surprised they’ve only started offering these."

The reception was overwhelmingly positive, but of course, Costco wasn't going to roll it out to the masses until it was perfect.

"They’re honestly really good!!! I was skeptical at first - but they have a lot of flavor. Amazing price for what you get too!" one commented.

"I thought they were delish," someone echoed, as another chimed in, "We just got these today and they were honestly pretty good."

Shoppers were also impressed with the size of the golden tenders, emphasizing that everything is bigger at Costco.

"Those chicken tenders look huge lol," someone wrote, with the account noting it was "enough for everyone."

Another influencer, TastesLovely, also commented that the "strips are BIG," and despite waiting 20 minutes for her order (the demand is clearly there as she noted everyone was ordering them), she left pleased, noting, "thick and meaty, light breading, great seasoning."

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The dipping sauce is also very generous, with TastesLovely noting it is 'VERY good' and tastes like Chick-fil-A sauce.

"Solid high protein, budget-friendly addition on the menu," she summed it up.

It's safe to say that these are already a hit among Costco shoppers, so next time you find yourself stopping by the warehouse giant, be sure to give them a try!

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Nothing beats a track that can instantly get your toes tapping and shoulders moving, and even nearly four decades later, The Whispers' "Rock Steady" accomplishes just that.

The track, written by Babyface in just 24 hours—and effectively kicking off his and L.A. Reid's production careers—was officially released as a single on June 13, 1987, as the lead song on the group's 18th platinum-selling studio album, Just Gets Better With Time. It became a smash record and remains The Whispers' only Top 10 hit on the Billboard Hot 100, where it peaked at No. 7.

Upon its release, the groovy funk-infused track soared to the No. 1 spot on the Hot R&B chart and became one of the biggest pop crossover hits of the decade.

But it almost went differently. The Whispers initially wanted to pass on the song as the lead single, favoring another Babyface record, "In the Mood," but according to reports, the label insisted they release "Rock Steady" instead (which got its name from a Rok Steady keyboard stand housed in the young up-and-coming producer's apartment at the time).

In an interview clip, founding member Wallace Scott, 82, provided the "incredible" story of how the song officially came to be. "We were in the studio one night, and we said to both of them, man, we need the follow-up to 'And the Beat Goes On,'" he recalled. The response surprised them when they were told to come back the very next day, and a new song would be waiting for them.

"Lo and behold, when they came back to the studio, they had 'Rock Steady'—24 hours later. We said, 'Wait a minute. This can't be real,'" Scott continued.

Fans hopped into the comments section of the video, shared via Instagram, to praise the group's enduring, timeless classics. "The Whispers got them Cookout and Block Party classics! 🙏🏾" one exclaimed, while another said, "The whispers got hitsss on hitssss in their discovery. im not sure why is rock steady is their only top 10 song. They fire😩 🔥."

"The Whispers don’t get enough respect for how fire they were. To this day I still put people onto their music 💪🏾," a third added.

The soul-R&B vocal group, comprising original members Wallace and his twin brother Walter Scott (who died in 2025), Nicholas Caldwell, Marcus Hutson, and Gordy Harmon, is also known for such massive hits as "And the Beat Goes On," "Lady," "It's a Love Thing," "Just Gets Better With Time," "Keep On Lovin' Me," and many more.

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Staying organized doesn't have to mean a major home overhaul — sometimes all it takes is a smart storage piece that helps everything find its place. Right now, Target is offering a selection of affordable organization finds, including the Costway 3-Tier Rolling Cart, which is now 50% off. 

The three-tier cart gives you plenty of room to stash everything from beauty products and cleaning supplies to pantry items and office essentials. Plus, it has a wheeled base that lets you roll it between rooms or park it wherever you need a little extra storage. Whether you're setting up a small workspace, taming bathroom clutter, or getting ready for back-to-school season, this “fabulously spacious and sturdy” cart is perfect for keeping things in order.

Costway 3-Tier Rolling Cart, $35 (was $70) at Target

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This utility cart comes with three plastic storage shelves, four wheels, and a handle that makes moving it from room to room effortless. It measures approximately 16.5 inches long, 14 inches wide, and 34 inches high, making it a practical choice for apartments, home offices, and other tight spaces. 

The shelves are spaced about eight inches apart, so it’s a great option for taller bottles and containers. In addition, it has 360-degree rotating wheels that help it glide smoothly and a locking mechanism to keep the cart steady when parked. 

Shoppers said assembly is easy, with one Target customer calling it “a breeze to put together.”  Once it’s set up, this versatile cart can help organize nearly any room in your home. Shoppers used it for everything from beauty products and cleaning supplies to pantry extras and craft materials. 

One reviewer said it helped with “eliminating clutter,” while another called it “perfect” for organizing art supplies. With a 132.5-pound weight capacity, it’s ideal for everyday essentials, though shoppers recommend avoiding overly heavy items. 

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At just $35, the Costway 3-Tier Rolling Cart makes it easy to add extra storage wherever you need it most. If you’ve been looking for a simple way to clear the clutter, now is the time to grab it before the 50% off deal is gone. 

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Dylan Sprayberry became notably known for his role in the MTV supernatural series, Teen Wolf, and is now opening up about how Scientology helped him during his substance abuse journey.

The 28-year-old actor posted a video on Instagram on Sunday, July 13, talking about his experience getting off drugs and coming clean to fans that he is now a Scientologist.

“Lately I’ve been posting some really cool informational videos from the Scientology Instagram account and the Scientology-affiliated accounts on my Instagram Story and there have been some people who have been curious,” Sprayberry said in a video. “I am a Scientologist. I’ve been a Scientologist for three years now and it’s been an epic experience for me and it’s been so fantastic.”

Sprayberry adds that he was originally introduced to the Church of Scientology after having gotten "clean and sober" off drugs five years ago. The actor explains he got on drugs when he was a teen due to a "ton of anxiety and depression." After getting clean, Sprayberry still felt something was missing.

“I was having this feeling where it’s like, ‘OK I’m sober now I’m really proud of myself. I do feel the difference of being off drugs,’” he recalled. “But I started to think back on my life and the decisions that I’ve made.”

He adds that he had "numbed" himself for 10 years and has to confront it. When introduced to Scientology, he explained, "The first thing that you do as a Scientologist — when you start doing your services — is something called the purification rundown," and called it a form of detox to get rid of the toxins for good.

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The Teen Wolf star says L. Ron Hubbard’s book The Way to Happiness has been a "huge realization" on creating happiness for himself. He adds that he's "doing great" as he's also expecting his first child with his wife, Pruette Karl.

Fans on Instagram had mixed feelings about the actor's news. While many applaud him for finding his way and getting clean, they are also wary of him choosing Scientology after years of reported scandals in Hollywood.

"Real talk. Takes a lot of guts to be this honest about addiction and mental health. Mad respect for the 5 years clean!," said another.

"Sorry Brother, I'm not unfollowing or nothing, but Scientology is not the way. But I am grateful for you that it helped you out of addiction. But Christ is the only way to a better way, in my personal conclusion," said one fan.

Sprayberry rose to fame as young Clark Kent in the 2013 blockbuster Man of Steel. He became a fan favorite as the character Liam Dunbar in Teen Wolf from 2014 until 2017. His last on-screen role was in 2023's Baby Blue and Teen Wolf: The Movie.

Pigface not only redefined what a traditional band could be but also added a major milestone to its legacy after being recognized as one of the greatest supergroups in rock history.

Revolver magazine highlighted 12 bands that embody the true concept of a supergroup. Composed of highly influential musicians and acclaimed solo artists, these acts have left an undeniable mark on the world of rock and metal.

With Pigface making the rankings, the band became known for its intense live performances and ever-changing lineup.

Introduced as a "revolving door collective," meaning the band had no fixed lineup and musicians could join or leave the project, the band was formed in 1990 by founders Martin Atkins of post punk legend Public Image Ltd (PiL) and William Rieflin of The Blackouts, both of whom were members of Ministry."

Created to break away from traditional band structures during The Mind Is a Terrible Thing to Taste tour, the duo wanted to unite experimental musicians in a collaborative project free from the limitations of a conventional band.

Throughout the band's career, Pigface released six main studio albums along with several live and remix albums.

For its debut studio album, Gub, released in 1991, the lineup featured founders Atkins and Rieflin alongside fellow Ministry member Paul Barker. Additional contributors included William Tucker of My Life with the Thrill Kill Kult, Steve Albini, who served as the album's recording engineer.

Trent Reznor of Nine Inch Nails and Pigface member at the 1999 MTV Music Video Awards

As for the vocalists, Nine Inch Nails' Trent Reznor joined for the song "Suck," Nivek Ogre of Skinny Puppy appeared on the opening track "Tapeworm," En Esch of KMFDM performed on the German language track "War Ich Nicht," David Yow of The Jesus Lizard appeared on "The Bushmaster," while Chris Connelly contributed to multiple tracks.

For its subsequent albums and collaborative recordings, Pigface brought together more than 10 musicians at a time, ultimately featuring over 100 contributing artists such as Trent Reznor, Jello Biafra of Dead Kennedys, Flea of Red Hot Chili Peppers, Danny Carey of Tool and many more.

According to Atkins, the band's unconventional setup wasn't driven by a secret formula. Instead, everyone embraced improvisation and unpredictability because they believed spontaneity made the project more creative and enjoyable.

“I think we’re pretty good at this now,” he told Now Toronto, adding, “In early Pigface we questioned everything, and one of the things we questioned was rehearsing. The formula at first was that there was no formula, so we just got on a bus and the first 10 shows we did, opening for the Butthole Surfers, we didn’t know what we were doing, and we thought that was fun.”

After a series of on-again and off-again activities, the supergroup launched its first full-scale U.S. tour in 2019 for its first full-scale U.S. tour in 14 years.

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Written by Mick Jaggerand Keith Richards as part of their Jagger-Richards songwriting partnership, though largely written solely by Jagger, "Sympathy for the Devil" was recorded by The Rolling Stones as the opening track for their 1968 album, Beggars Banquet.

Jagger drew inspiration from many sources to sing as "the devil" boasting about his role in numerous tragedies throughout history. Some of the atrocities listed in the lyrics of the over 6-minute song are the trial and crucifixion of Christ, the Hundred Years War, the execution of the Romanov family, and the assassinations of both JFK Jr. and Robert F. Kennedy. In an interview about the songwriting, Jagger said:

"It's a very long historical figure – the figures of evil and figures of good – so it is a tremendously long trail he's made as personified in this piece."

The Rolling Stones were already familiar with controversy before the release of Beggars Banquet due to their sexually forward lyrics. However, with "Sympathy for the Devil," claims that the band dabbled in Satanism were brought back into the media spotlight. Rumors and warnings from religious groups that the Stones were devil worshippers and a corrupting influence upon impressionable audiences were significantly heightened in part due to the song.

Of the song and the band's public perception in 1971, Richards said:

"Before, we were just innocent kids out for a good time, they're saying, 'They're evil, they're evil.' Oh, I'm evil, really? So that makes you start thinking about evil ... What is evil? Half of it, I don't know how many people think of Mick as the devil or as just a good rock performer or what? There are black magicians who think we are acting as unknown agents of Lucifer and others who think we are Lucifer. Everybody's Lucifer."

However, despite the controversies, "Sympathy for the Devil" has received critical acclaim. The Washington Postcalled the track The Stones' "ode to madness." To help himself focus while under the influence, Hunter S. Thompson famously played the song repetitively hundreds of times during his 1971 drug-induced road trip to Las Vegas. Subsequently, the song appears numerous times in Fear and Loathing Las Vegas.

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By the time 1996 rolled around, we as a society were fully immersed in peak "Grrrl Power" culture. Shows like Buffy the Vampire Slayer were dominating ratings while bands and artists like Sleater-Kinney, Tracy Chapman, and Sarah McLachlan ruled the airwaves. And there is no denying that Fiona Apple was integral to that time period and the "Third-Wave Feminist" movement.

When her album Tidal debuted, no one was expecting the ferocity or intensity coming from such a young talent. By 1997, a year after the song debuted, "Criminal" spent 20 weeks on the chart, ultimately peaking at No. 21 on the Billboard Hot 100. Even thirty years later, it has endured as a masterpiece.

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But what you may not know is that her biggest mainstay contribution, hailed as one of the most prolific modern feminist songs, was whipped up in 45 minutes at the tender age of 17 to appease some record executives. As she was polishing off her debut album, Apple’s label, Sony Music, asked her for a “more obvious” first single. In an act of what would be the first of many defiances, Apple penned the iconic song and took it as far as it could go.

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When she shot the music video with Mark Romanek, she explicitly sought a more overt sexual edge to the visuals, explaining that she did it to take back control of the narrative that she had to use her sexuality to get gains in her career. The video shows her in various stages of undress among bare-minimum and half-naked men, which serves as a commentary on using sexuality as a weapon.

In an interview with Rolling Stone in January 1998, Refinery29 reported Apple opened up about her gaunt appearance in the video, explaining she developed an eating disorder following her rape at age 12. “It wasn’t about getting thin, it was about getting rid of the bait that was attached to my body,” she said.

She also made unapologetic waves with a profanity-laden speech at the 1997 MTV Video Music Awards after winning Best New Artist in a Video for “Sleep to Dream.”

“What I want to say is, everybody out there that’s watching — everybody that's watching this world — this world is bulls—t,” she boldly proclaimed. “You shouldn’t model your life about what you think that we think is cool and what we’re wearing and what we’re saying and everything. Go with yourself. Go with yourself.”

And in case you needed to be even more impressed, Vice reports that Apple whipped that haunting song up at just the tender age of 14.

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How It Became a Feminist Anthem

All of these dramatic and, more importantly, evocative moments, combined with the energy surrounding them, turned what feels like a "sexy, sultry" song into a feminist anthem. Throughout Tidal, Far Out Magazinenotes Apple shows off her lyrical prowess enough to really make listeners look beyond the lascivious nature of her words and imagery.

“I’m treating the audience that is watching this video the same way the character in the song treats a man: ‘Look at me, look how pretty I am. I don’t have to give you anything else because look how pretty I am. And look how successful I am, look how much power I can get just by letting this light shine on me in a certain way,'” the outlet reports she said.

Though Apple has not chased the same mainstream commercial success later in her career, she has still hit many milestones as an artist, including a 90-word album title that earned her a spot in the Guinness Book of World Records.

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If you’re the kind of person who brings home a beautiful plant with every intention of caring for it, only to watch it slowly wither away, it might be time to bring in a little backup to help keep things on track. That’s where self-watering planters come in handy. Not only are they great for forgetful plant parents, they’re also helpful if you’re juggling a busy schedule or travel often. 

Right now, plant lovers can buy the Remiawy 3-Pack of Self-Watering Hanging Planters from Walmart. It’s currently marked down to just $19, nearly 50% off the original $36 price — and shoppers are quickly scooping them up.

Remiawy Self-Watering Hanging Planters 3-Pack, $19 (was $36) at Walmart

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The set includes three planters total: two 6.5-inch pots and one 4.5-inch pot. They’re designed for both indoor and outdoor use, making them a flexible option for patios, gardens, and inside the home. Each planter features a two-pot design consisting of an upper pot for your plant and a lower reservoir that holds water. A built-in cotton rope slowly draws moisture up into the soil to keep your plant consistently hydrated.

Metal hanging chains are included for display, but they’re also removable so the planters can be used as tabletop pieces instead. The pots are transparent and equipped with a dozen drainage holes to help prevent overwatering and root rot.

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Shoppers are seriously impressed. The set has earned dozens of 5-star ratings from Walmart shoppers. One shopper said they were already planning to gift the set at Christmas to family members who love plants. Another reviewer called it a “lifesaver” for anyone who tends to forget to water their plants.

At just $19, the Remiawy 3-Pack of Self-Watering Hanging Planters offers an easy and affordable way to help take better care of your plants. Whether you’re simplifying your watering routine or choosing a practical gift for the plant lover in your life, it’s a deal worth grabbing before it sells out. 

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Costco shoppers are always on the lookout for new deli finds to make busy weeks a little easier, and the warehouse just added a perfect meal especially loved by health-conscious shoppers. The latest ready-to-eat option is packed with protein, fresh ingredients and plenty of variety, making it a convenient choice for quick lunches or no-fuss dinners.

Shoppers say the hearty bowl is easy to divide into multiple servings, with some stretching it into four meals for the week. Or, if you're feeding a family, it would make the perfect easy meal that everyone will love.

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Costco's New Chicken & Grain Protein Bowl @discovering_costco

New Kirkland Chicken & Grain Protein Bowl just spotted at Costco 🍗🌾 Macro-friendly and ready in minutes. Have you tried it yet — worth the cart space? #costcofinds #highprotein #easymeals #grainbowl

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User @discovering_costco shared the new item. The ready-to-eat bowl comes loaded with:

• Rotisserie chicken
• Quinoa and barley
• Roasted sweet potatoes
• Roasted edamame
• Chopped romaine and spinach
• Pickled red cabbage
• Hard-boiled eggs
• Cashews
• Asian sesame dressing

That combination gives shoppers a mix of protein, fiber and crunch in one container.

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Why It's Perfect for Meal Prep

Many Costco fans love the convenience factor of this new deli find. Fans describe the bowl as a macro-friendly grab-and-go meal that requires no cooking. Others say the flavor is fairly mild on its own, so they add hot sauce, avocado or salsa to customize it. Bonus? Costco has all of those things.

For busy families, the biggest advantage is flexibility. You can eat it cold straight from the container, split it into individual lunch portions or pair it with extra greens for a larger dinner.

Costco has also been expanding its deli offerings beyond the protein bowl. Shoppers have recently spotted new prepared foods including Italian Sausage Pasta and Mango Salmon Ceviche. Those join a growing lineup of ready-to-eat options designed for quick meals at home.

And if you're already making a Costco run, many members still pair deli finds with the warehouse's fan-favorite food court items for an easy family meal. While the food court has delicious options, it does not offer very many high-fiber, high-protein, low-fat options. I know I'll be grabbing one of these protein bowls to chow down at the food court the next time we stop.

At around $16.99 per package, the new Chicken & Grain Protein Bowl isn't the cheapest item in the deli case. But if it truly stretches to four meals, the cost per serving looks much more attractive—especially for shoppers trying to save time on weekday lunches.

For Costco fans looking for a grab-and-go meal with plenty of protein and enough food to last several days, this oversized bowl is the ideal pick.

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Following lead singer Bon Scott's untimely death in 1980, Australian rock band AC/DC replaced his role within the group with Brian Johnson. The first single from their album Back in Black, and thus the first to feature Johnson, was the power anthem "You Shook Me All Night Long."

"You Shook Me All Night Long" was released on August 15, 1980, and peaked at No. 35 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Despite not being a No. 1 hit, the song is considered by many to be AC/DC's signature song from their catalog.

Since the song's release, the lyrics and the writing behind them have been subject to debate and controversy. Band members Angus Young, Malcolm Young, and Brian Johnson are the sole songwriters credited on the track. However, many believe that at least some of the lyrics were written by Bon Scott prior to his death in February of 1980.

Two of Scott's former girlfriends claimed they saw writing by Scott that made it into "You Shook Me All Night Long." Additionally, Doug Thaler, a close friend of Scott's and AC/DC's booking agent for their American tours, said of the lyrics and their writing:

"I don't care who tells me anything different: you can bet your life that Bon Scott wrote the lyrics to 'You Shook Me All Night Long'. It's Bon Scott's lyrics all over the place."

Over the years, the song has become a signature track of AC/DC's and is almost never omitted from live performances and/or setlists. When the band was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2003, they performed the song with Steven Tyler of Aerosmith.

"You Shook Me All Night Long" is extremely popular with critics and fellow musicians. Guitar World ranked the guitar solo at No. 80 on their "100 Greatest Guitar Solos" list, and Rolling Stone ranked the track among their "500 Greatest Songs of All Time." Rock critic Robert Christgau even went so far as to call the song AC/DC's "only great work of art."

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John Green is officially making his return to fiction.

The bestselling author behind beloved novels including The Fault in Our Stars, Looking for Alaska and Turtles All the Way Down has announced his first new novel in nine years.

Titled Hollywood, Ending the upcoming book will be released on Sept. 22, 2026, marking Green’s, 48, adult fiction debut and a new chapter in his celebrated writing career.

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The novel follows young actors Kai Laramie and Juniper Castillo, who land starring roles in the highly anticipated biopic Andy Warhol Never Gets Old. As the film becomes a cultural sensation, the two rising stars find themselves navigating newfound fame, public attention and the complicated reality of having their private lives become part of the spotlight.

According to the publisher, the book explores the tension between a public persona and a private life, while examining how modern celebrity culture and social media have changed the way people experience attention and connection.

Green said he spent eight years developing the story before bringing Kai and Juniper to life.

"I've spent the last eight years finding my way through this story, and I am so excited to share Hollywood, Ending with the world," Green said in a statement.

The author added that the novel explores "the strange, complicated exchanges of attention and trauma of the social internet" and the challenge of finding meaningful relationships in an increasingly public world.

In addition to announcing the book, Green revealed a 20-city North American tour in support of Hollywood, Ending, giving fans the chance to see him discuss his long-awaited return to fiction.

Since the release of The Fault in Our Stars in 2012, Green has become one of the most influential authors of his generation. His books have sold more than 60 million copies worldwide, been translated into more than 60 languages and inspired film and television adaptations.

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Released in 1975, "Lorelei" helped announce that Styx was becoming far more than another up-and-coming rock band.

The soaring ballad became one of the group's earliest radio successes after appearing on Equinox, reaching the Billboard Hot 100 and showcasing the melodic songwriting and dramatic arrangements that would soon become Styx trademarks. Nearly 50 years later, the band gave the song a fresh interpretation by re-recording it for its 2023 collection Regeneration: Volume 1.

Written by guitarist and vocalist James "JY" Young, "Lorelei" blends heartfelt lyrics about a man wanting to move in with his girl with a gradual musical build that has long made it a favorite among Styx fans.

"The idea of co-habitation was still looked down upon in the old-fashioned world that I was born into," Young told Songfacts. "My parents weren't happy about it, but they adapted. We moved in together and my better half decided we should make it legal, so we went to city hall and got married. That's a pretty standard notion for a rock song: A man writing about a woman that he's in love with."

Beginning with a restrained, melodic introduction before expanding into a soaring chorus filled with layered harmonies and powerful guitars, the song embodies many of the qualities that would later define the classic rock power ballad.

The original recording also marked an important step in the band's rise.

Following the success of "Lady," Equinox demonstrated that Styx could consistently produce memorable rock songs that balanced progressive influences with radio-friendly hooks. "Lorelei" became one of the album's standout tracks and helped pave the way for later classics such as "Come Sail Away," "Babe," "Renegade" and "Blue Collar Man (Long Nights)."

In 2023, Styx decided to revisit that early chapter of its career.

The band recorded a new version of "Lorelei" for Regeneration: Volume 1, a collection featuring fresh recordings of several classic Styx songs performed by the current lineup, including vocals by James Young. That same year, the band recorded another updated version, featuring vocals by Lawrence Gowan, which appeared on Now Playing, a compilation album sold exclusively at the band's concerts, giving longtime fans another opportunity to experience the song while introducing it to newer audiences attending live shows.

Rather than dramatically reinventing the track, the 2023 recordings stay faithful to the spirit of the original while benefiting from modern production and the chemistry of the band's current lineup. The result is a respectful tribute that highlights just how well the song has aged over nearly five decades.

"I think there's always a thread of Styx talking about their surroundings and their world, and we adhere to it," Tommy Shaw told Ultimate Classic Rock. "The one thing we try to do is put hope in there. It's never disparaging -- there's always a silver lining.That always seems to be what we try to do."

Almost 50 years after it first climbed the charts, "Lorelei" continues to hold a special place in Styx's catalog. Its emotional melodies, dynamic arrangement and enduring appeal have made it one of the band's defining early songs.

The decision to re-record "Lorelei" 48 years after its debut is a testament to its lasting legacy. What began as one of Styx's earliest hits has endured as a soft rock anthem that continues to resonate with listeners across generations.

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Summer is one of the best times to rethink how your home feels the moment you walk through the door. As the days get longer and the light shifts throughout the afternoon and evening, it becomes clearer which spaces feel a little flat and which have that warm, welcoming glow. Small changes like updating textiles, rearranging furniture, or restyling an entryway can dramatically alter a room's mood without requiring a full renovation.

Wall eécor plays a big role in that transformation. The right piece can open up a space, add personality, and make everything around it feel more intentional. Mirrors, in particular, pull double duty: they are both decorative and functional, helping to bounce light around and create the illusion of a larger, airier room. When done well, a single wall mirror can become the anchor for an entire vignette, tying together consoles, lamps and accent pieces into a cohesive moment.

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Antique Gold 26-inch Scroll Wall Mirror, $94.99 at Costco

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That is where this Antique Gold 26-inch Scroll Wall Mirror really shines. At $94.99, it features a warm metallic finish and ornate detailing, instantly bringing a touch of classic elegance to any space. Instead of a simple, flat frame, the scrollwork adds dimension and texture, making the mirror feel more like a statement piece than a basic necessity. It is the kind of design that nods to vintage European interiors while still working beautifully in modern homes.

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The Sex Pistols' song "No One Is Innocent" was banned by the BBC on July 13, 1978, two weeks after its release. 

By then, Johnny Rotten had already left the group, leaving fugitive Ronnie Biggs, who was wanted for his role in the 1963 Great Train Robbery, the next best to take over lead vocals.

The Sex Pistols had a habit of getting banned — this made three, after "God Save the Queen" and "Anarchy in the UK" were also blacklisted by the BBC. And with Sid Vicious gone too, Paul Cook and Steve Jones were the only original members left.

Biggs had helped plan the 1963 Great Train Robbery, walking away with a share of £2.6 million. His outlaw reputation only made him a better fit for the Sex Pistols' image. 

After being sentenced to 30 years in prison, he escaped from Wandsworth in 1965. He fled to Australia, then Brazil, which had no extradition treaty with the U.K. But that didn't mean he was free to live normally. 

Everyone knew who he was, so he couldn't hold a steady job, go to bars or stay out past 10 p.m.

Biggs made ends meet by hosting barbecues at his home, where tourists paid to meet the infamous fugitive. So when the Sex Pistols came looking for a singer, he didn't need much convincing.

Jones and Cook traveled to Brazil and recorded two tracks with Biggs, though only "No One Is Innocent" ever got an official release. 

Jones later told Mojo magazine, "Ronnie Biggs rated himself as a bit of a poet, and I remember sitting in the hotel room writing the music while he wrote the words. It was a big accomplishment, to write a song with an infamous train robber. That was a good move."

The single climbed to No. 7 on the Official U.K. Singles Chart, staying in the Top 40 for 10 weeks. 

It's not hard to see why a taxpayer-funded broadcaster wanted nothing to do with a song led by a fugitive train robber. But at that point, the band had nothing left to lose.

Jones and Cook made the most of what was left of the Sex Pistols. And bringing in Biggs wasn't the only outlandish move they made — in the two and a half years the band stayed together, they pulled off a number of stunts.

One of the most notorious incidents came a year earlier, during Queen Elizabeth II's 1977 Silver Jubilee. That summer, the Sex Pistols released their anti-monarchy anthem "God Save the Queen." 

English punk rock group the Sex Pistols aboard the Queen Elizabeth on the River Thames, during their Silver Jubilee Boat Trip, 7th June 1977. The group in the centre of the shot are (left to right) Johnny Rotten (John Lydon), unknown, film maker Julien Temple (back to camera), artist and designer Jamie Reid, film maker Doug Smith and cameraman John Metcalfe.

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To promote the single, their record label chartered a boat that carried the band down the Thames as they performed outside the Houses of Parliament.

The plan fell apart when police forced the boat to dock and arrested manager Malcolm McLaren along with most of the band's entourage. Arrests aside, the stunt paid off as the track reached No. 2 on the U.K. Singles Chart.

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In the late 1960's, the Rolling Stones were shifting into a new direction as Keith Richards and Mick Jagger took over as songwriters and penned the baroque rock track "Lady Jane."

The track was released as part of their 1966 album Aftermath, which saw Jagger and Richards credited as songwriters on almost every track. While "Lady Jane" only landed at No. 24 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, it would undoubtedly become one of the band's and duo's standout tracks early in their careers.

The track has various rumors behind its inspiration, with some even claiming it's in reference to drugs like marijuana. Others believed its baroque style was in relation to King Henry VII's third wife, Jane Seymour. There's also the rumor of its having been about a woman Jagger was involved with at the time.

In The Rolling Stones: Fifty Years, it was reported that Jagger penned the track in early 1966 after reading the then-controversial 1928 book Lady Chatterley's Lover. Written by D.H. Lawrence, the book faced scrutiny and was banned due to its obscenity and the physical relationship between a working-class man and an upper-class woman. It's reported that "Lady Jane" was used by Jagger based on the term being used for female genitalia in the book.

"'Lady Jane' is a complete sort of very weird song. I don't really know what that's all about myself. All the names are historical, but it was really unconscious that they should fit together from the same period," said Jagger, according to SongFacts.

As the Rolling Stones shifted into a new era of their music, it also led Brian Jones to incorporate new sounds and instruments into their recordings. One instrument used in "Lady Jane" was the Appalachian dulcimer, a fretted string instrument.

"Brian was getting into dulcimer then because he dug Richard Farina. We were also listening to a lot of Appalachian music then too. To me, Lady Jane is very Elizabethan. There are a few places in England where people still speak that way, Chaucer English," explained Richards.

In Aftermath, Jones is heard playing the instrument on one other track, "I Am Waiting." The dulcimer in "Lady Jane" is also accompanied by Jack Nitzsche's harpsichord halfway through the song. The track proved to be a welcome detour for the band compared to their previously released tracks, and showcased their versatility as songwriters. Critics called the track a "tender, inventively melodic pledge of devotion."

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Dancing with the Stars’ upcoming spinoff proves what fans have known for years--the show’s pros are just as important as the celebrity competitors. So many have become famous themselves!  

Now ABC’s Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro, premiering July 13, will feature 12 up-and-coming dancers vying in an audition process as they live in a house together. The winner will get a spot as a pro dancer on the upcoming Season 35 of DWTS this fall.

The lucky pro will follow in the dance footsteps of such famed performers as Derek and Julianne Hough, Cheryl Burke, Maks and Val Chmerkovskiy, and Mark Ballas, who will be a judge on The Next Pro along with his dancer mother Shirley Ballas. Only time will tell if the new DWTS pro will match the dazzling predecessors.

More than 50 professional dancers have competed on DWTS since its debut in 2005. Before the spinoff airs, Parade.com is naming DWTS’ ten best pros of all time, based on wins, charisma, confidence, and viewer response. Did your favorite pro make our list? Read on to find out more!

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10. Jenna Johnson

She’s come a long way since being a So You Think You Can Dance contestant! Jenna achieved DWTS pro status in 2016, and has delighted fans with her two wins and marriage to fellow pro Val Chmerkovskiy (they share a son). In 2018’s Season 26, she triumphed with Olympic figure skater Adam Rippon. Jenna, 32, and The Bachelor star Joey Graziadei’s Season 33 win put DWTS back on the pop culture map in 2024.

Jenna Johnson guided Joey Graziadei to the top

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9. Karina Smirnoff

Karina electrified DWTS over 18 seasons from 2006 to 2016. She finished first just once—in an emotional Season 13 pairing with army veteran/actor J.R. Martinez, who had been severely burned while serving in Iraq. Karina’s long list of partners also includes Mario Lopez, (the late) Aaron Carter, Michael “The Situation” Sorrentino, and Ralph Macchio. She made them all strong contenders!

Karina Smirnoff took the crown with J.R. Martinez

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The Ukraine-born beauty gave the show additional heat with her brief engagement to fellow pro Maks Chmerkovskiy (they split in 2009). Karina, 48, exited the show after Season 22. She now judges and teaches dance and raises her son, who was born in 2020.

8. Witney Carson

After joining DWTS full-time in 2014, Witney has given fans moments to remember. She and partner Alfonso Ribeiro created an iconic “Carlton dance” inspired by his TheFresh Prince of Bel-Air character. In 2024, Witney and her Season 33 partner Danny Amendola’s jaw-dropping leg lift went viral.

Last year, Witney, 32, guided fan favorite wildlife conservationist Robert Irwin to a win that breathed youthful life into the resurgent show.

Witney Carson and Robert Irwin had a winning partnership

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7. Tony Dovolani

He’s gone but not forgotten. Tony, now 52, rocked the first years of DWTS with spirit and style, competing in 21 consecutive seasons beginning with the second one in 2006. In 2012's first-ever "all-star" season, Dovolani grabbed his sole mirror ball with BacheloretteMelissa Rycroft. Tony showed impressive skill in steering such diverse partners as actress Jane Seymour, reality star Kate Gosselin, and singer Wynonna Judd.

Tony Dovolani got the coveted Mirror Ball trophy with Melissa Rycroft

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For many seasons, DWTS wasn’t complete without Tony’s megawatt smile, but he left the show in 2018, candidly telling Hollywood Life about the celebrities, “when it becomes about other than teaching them how to dance, I want no part of it." However, he guested on DWTS for 2023’s tribute to the late judge Len Goodman.

6. Val Chmerkovskiy

When Val joined DWTS in 2011, he was best known as show pro Maks Chmerkovskiy’s little brother. But it didn’t take Val long to make his own impression. So far, he’s won three times—with Rumer Willis (Season 20), Laurie Hernandez (Season 23), and Xochitl Gomez (Season 32). Val, 40, has had a long run, appearing in 20 total seasons, and is coming back this fall for Season 35.

Val Chmerkovskiy always delivers

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He takes his job seriously, telling Parade in 2022, “My niche on the show is to really take my partner on an educational journey, not just an emotional one. I really want to teach dance, not just perform an entertaining number for the cameras. That has always been my approach.”

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5. Julianne Hough

Julianne and brother Derek (keep reading for more on him) soared to fame on DWTS and later graduated to other roles on the show. Although Julianne wasn’t a pro that long, from 2007 to 2009 (Seasons 4 through 8), she made a big impression, winning the mirror ball twice: with race car driver Helio Castroneves and speed skater Apolo Anton Ohno.

Julianne Hough and Helio Castroneves drove to success on 'DWTS'

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After becoming an actress, the beautiful blonde, 37, returned to the fold, serving as a DWTS judge from 2014 to 2017. In 2023, she joined Alfonso Ribeiro as co-host of the series.

4. Maks Chmerkovskiy

The Ukrainian hunk caused a sensation on the reality show with his smooth moves, brooding personality, and sheer swagger. “Dancing with the Stars is my show!” he once declared during a live broadcast shocker. (The next night, Maks backtracked, noting that his statement came out wrong and praising the entire cast).

Maks Chmerkovskiy shows his form while promoting DWTS

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Maks was one of the OG stars, first appearing on Season 2 and ultimately competing on 17 seasons. He only won the mirror ball once, with Olympic ice dance gold medalist Meryl Davis in 2014, but consistently held center stage, appearing in the finals five times.  

Maks, 46, announced his DWTS retirement in 2018. The dancer, who has three sons with wife Peta Murgatroyd, also a former DWTS pro, explained to MassLive, “I just don’t think I can do the show as a professional dancer at 100% and give it my all anymore. I am at a different point in my life.”

3. Mark Ballas

Esteemed dancer, choreographer, and musician Mark has never lost his cool factor while being a steady presence on the show (amid hiatuses) for 20 seasons since 2007. Mark, 40, won the original series three times: with celebrity Olympian partners Kristi Yamaguchi and Shawn Johnson and TikTok star Charli D'Amelio. Viewers are looking forward to Mark bringing his experience to The Next Pro.

Mark Ballas taught gymnast Shawn Johnson how to glide across the floor

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He's perhaps the most serious artist in the DWTS stable, telling Parade about creative inspiration, “I always begin with intention. Before steps or formations, I ask: What is this moment trying to communicate? Once I understand the emotional center, the choreography becomes a conversation between the music, the dancer, and the story.”

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2. Cheryl Burke

Cheryl helped the fledgling dance show get its legs by winning the mirror ball trophy back-to-back on 2006’s Seasons 2 and 3 with singer Drew Lachey and former football player Emmitt Smith. While Cheryl never achieved first-place glory again, she’s the pro with the longest tenure, competing on a staggering 26 seasons over 17 years. Now 42, she officially retired after Season 31.

“It is hard for me [to leave],” she wrote on Instagram. “I've had an amazing run. It's so sad. It's bittersweet." 

Cheryl Burke and Emmitt Smith had rhythm on Season 3 of 'DWTS'

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Fans will never forget Cheryl’s iconic moments, such as her high-energy “Save a Horse, Ride a Cowboy” freestyle with Lachey, passionate paso doble with Gilles Marini, and acclaimed Argentine tango with Juan Pablo Di Pace. Cheryl’s routines always sizzled, and in Parade’s opinion, no female pro ever matched her panache from early DWTS!

1. Derek Hough

Fans will likely not be surprised that Derek tops Parade’s list. Now 41, Derek appeared on the show from 2007 to 2016, winning a record six times over 17 seasons with celebrity partners Brooke Burke, Nicole Scherzinger, Jennifer Grey, Kellie Pickler, Amber Riley, and Bindi Irwin.

Derek Hough and Bindi Irwin brought the ballroom house down on 'DWTS'

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Derek told Dear Media about his dance partner philosophy: “I’m here to serve. I’m here to be like, how can I bring the best out in you?” And judging by his wins, he did that better than anybody! But Derek’s camera-ready heartthrob looks and friendliness were as important as his trophies in making DWTS a ratings smash.  

After his pro retirement, Derek was a judge on NBC’s World of Dance. He became a DWTS judge in Season 29 in 2020 and has had a place at the table ever since.

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A lot of people don’t see a career in customer service jobs as a way to secure financial freedom. When most shop at their local Costco, they don’t imagine their store clerk being on track to millionaire status. But one Costco employee is making headlines for the $1 million he has tucked away, and he says it wouldn’t have been possible without his employer.

A new Wall Street Journal article highlights Costco’s business model of paying employees above the minimum wage and how it sets them up for financial success. Cashier Tony Barzar, a longtime employee of the wholesale retail giant, earns $33 an hour, and his retirement savings total over $1 million. 

In 2009, the now 62-year-old’s family bought a three-bedroom, two-bath house with a pool. They’ve traveled to Europe twice since. “I didn’t think me and my family would reach where we sit now,” he said, reflecting on his thoughts growing up. “I could retire, but what would I do? Costco has been good to me.”

Costco has a reputation of paying its employees more than most U.S. retailers to help keep turnover low.  Barzar has been offered managerial roles throughout the years in the company, but says he’s happy with his current position. Aside from the money he earns, Barzar says Costco has provided him with flexibility and stability. He considered other jobs, specifically applying to be a firefighter several times, which was a disappointment. But he says Costco offered him professional growth. “It just gave me a sense of—don’t leave, ride this one out,” he said.

Other benefits have been life-saving. After his wife of 26 years was diagnosed with stage 3 brain cancer, his Costco health insurance covered the full cost of her three brain surgeries. He was able to take paid leave for nearly a year to help his family. 

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Daryl Hall & John Oates never expected their 1981 track "You Make My Dreams" to become one of their popular staples, thanks to its catchy tune and a pop culture resurgence.

The track has a few stories behind its creation, depending on who's telling the story. Reports claim the keyboard-driven classic was originally inspired by Hall's then-girlfriend, Sara Allen. "You Make My Dreams" is well-known for its iconic piano riff at the very beginning, and Hall once told The Sun that he wrote the track in his New York apartment with his Yamaha CP 30 piano.

He claims that the track "just spoke to me" and started singing the song's main lyrics of "You make my dreams come true". After getting the track started, he wondered if it was too happy a song, but soon realized that it simply "wrote itself."

Oates' recollection of the song differs when he spoke with SongFacts and claims it was a "happy accident" when he was jamming delta blues and Texas swing with an old friend in a dressing room and "all of a sudden into my head popped 'you make my dreams.' I just started singing it. I don't know why, but I did."

Regardless of its backstory, "You Make My Dreams" was released in April 1981 on their Voices album and reached No. 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It also landed at No. 35 on the Mainstream Rock chart, but never managed to chart in the UK.

Oates even admitted in an NME interview that their manager didn't like the song and thought it was "too flowery" as a pop song. While Hall & Oates didn't see it as a major hit at the time, they agreed it's a feel-good anthem that appealed to everyone.

"It's a great song, simple as that. Good songs are good songs. They stand on their own, they can be stripped away of the production. A song is what happens when a writer sits down on their individual instrument and creates something out of nothing," said Oates.

"And there's magic involved and there's inspiration involved. 'You Make My Dreams Come True' represents a vibe, it represents a collaboration between myself and Daryl and the band in the studio in the '80s. Its simplicity and directness is where the charm lies in that song."

Decades later, "You Make My Dreams" gained a massive resurgence when used in the 2009 film (500) Days of Summer, where Joseph Gordon-Levitt's character has a dance scene in the middle of the street. Oates praised the film's use of the song and for it having taken on a life of its own ever since. In 2020, the track surpassed one billion streams since its 1981 release.

Since then, "You Make My Dreams" became a pop culture staple used in The Office, Glee, Step Brothers, and Ready Player One. It was even used before the 2009 movie in The Wedding Singer.

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When the Television Academy announced its 2026 nominees on Wednesday, July 8, one name that stopped fans mid-scroll was Michael J. Fox, who earned a nomination for his guest role on Apple TV's Shrinking five years after stepping away from acting. For anyone who grew up watching him on Family Ties or as Marty McFly in Back to the Future, Fox's return to TV was welcome and this Emmy nom is gratifying.

The nomination is the 18th of Fox's career and his first in a decade. It recognizes his work as a Parkinson's patient who shares the screen with Harrison Ford, a pairing that put two of the most familiar faces in Hollywood inside the same frame. Variety calls the nomination the capstone of a comeback that began when Fox ended the retirement he had announced in 2020.

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The way the role came about has become part of its appeal. Fox did not wait for an offer, and he did not test the waters with intermediaries. He called Shrinking co-creatorBill Lawrence himself and asked to be on the show. That phone call overturned Fox's retirement, and it gave the series a guest performance that Emmy voters could not overlook.

Fox has won five Emmys across a career that stretches back to the 1980s, when Family Ties made him a household name and he became the youngest lead-actor winner the awards had ever seen. Shrinking fared fairly well across the full slate of nominations categories, and Fox's recognition stood out as one of the morning's most discussed results.

A win this year would be Fox's sixth Emmy, arriving roughly 40 years after that record-setting first victory. Few careers offer bookends like that, and fewer still include a five-year silence between them.

Fox left acting on his own terms in 2020. He returned for one role, on one show, because he wanted to, and television's biggest awards body responded by putting his name back on the ballot for the first time in ten years. And while the performance earned the recognition, it's heartwarming for fans who've stuck with Fox since his Alex P. Keaton days to see a favorite nominated to be back on top.

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