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It’s only been a few weeks since Virgin River Season 7 dropped on Netflix, but fans are already clamoring for Season 8 news.

Thanks to Virgin River star Tim Matheson (Doc), there’s an update on the upcoming season of the Netflix original series.

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Matheson used social media to reveal that he’s back on the set of Virgin River. The actor posted a few photos from Season 7 to announce the exciting news. One was Doc in a key Season 7 moment involving the medical review board.

The other two images featured Doc with his beloved Hope (Annette O'Toole), Jack (Martin Henderson), and Mel (Alexandra Breckenridge) at the Rodeo.

“And just like that, we’re officially back on set filming season 8 of #VirginRiver! Here’s a little behind-the-scenes from season 7… we have a lot of fun behind those cameras, and I think that’s part of what makes the town feel so real 🙏🏻,” he wrote as the caption.

Fans jumped into the comments to gush over the exciting news that Season 8 of Virgin River is on the horizon.

“I’m so happy that you’re going to shoot season 8 soon !! These shooting photos are too beautiful 💖✨,” expressed a fan. Another fan chimed in to say, “Have a great time filming Season 8. Virgin River has the very best cast & crew and that's why the show is so awesome❤️❤️❤️❤️.”

One fan declared, “Omg yayy!!! & Doc is my favorite character btw 😩🥹”

"Can’t wait for Hope and Doc to be together again 🫶🏼,” insisted a fan.

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Despite the exciting news that Virgin River Season 8 is filming, fans will have to wait a while before it hits Netflix. The new season probably won’t drop until early or mid-2027.

When Virgin River is back, it will be without two OG actors and characters from Season 1. Marco Grazzini (Mike) and Lauren Hammersley (Charmaine) have exited the series as their characters' storylines have been wrapped up for now.

Season 7 ended with a couple of major cliffhangers that fans will need answers to immediately when Season 8 returns. One is the fate of Brady (Ben Hollingsworth) after the accident; the other is what happened with Jack and Mel and their newborn son.

Virgin River Seasons 1-7 are streaming on Netflix.

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Scott Baio’s time on Happy Days was nearly cut short. The actor joined the cast of the ABCsitcom at the height of its popularity in 1977, playing Fonzie’s (Henry Winkler) cousin Chachi Arcola. Baio appeared in 131 episodes of the classic TV hit, but early on, producers considered letting him go.

During an appearance on the Arroyo Grande podcast, Baio, 65, told host Ramond Arroyo that at one point in the late 1970s, he got too big for his britches and almost got fired.

“There was a moment in time where I got a big head, and I was doing two shows at the same," the actor shared. “One was on ABC, Happy Days, one was on NBC. And I started getting a big head because I had two shows on prime time at the same time.”

“And  I'll tell you something that a lot of people don't know is that the producers on Happy Days wanted to fire me because I was not doing my job,” Baio revealed. “I wasn't taking it seriously. I thought I was, you know, the greatest thing since sliced bread. I wasn't performing well. I just thought I could get by on being cute and, you know, and funny, and it doesn't cut it after a while.”

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Baio credited late Happy Days showrunner Garry Marshall for convincing the other producers to “let him get through it.” Marshall also went to Baio’s dad, Mario, to let him know what was going on.

“And my father came home to me, and he said, 'Listen, you got one shot at this, and you're blowing it,'" Baio continued. "He says, 'Shut up. You're blowing it. You want to go back to Brooklyn?' And I went, 'Uh, no.' He says, 'Okay, well, get your act together and get to work.' Now, when my father told me that, I had a lot of fear from my dad, which I think is a good thing.”

“So I was still the same guy, but my head got a little big and then everybody slapped it back,” Baio added.

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Baio didn’t name the other show he was on, but in 1978, he was cast on the NBC sitcom Who’s Watching the Kids? The short-lived series about two Vegas showgirls living with their younger siblings aired from September 22, 1978, to December 15, 1978. Baio played Frankie “the Fox” Vitola in 11 episodes of the comedy series before it was quickly canceled.

Baio kept his spot on Happy Days and became so popular that he scored a spinoff with co-star Erin Moran, titled Joanie Loves Chachi. The series lasted two seasons, from 1982 to  1984, and Baio returned to Happy Days as Chachi for its final season.

Baio once admitted he should have skipped Joanie Loves Chachi. “I regret doing Joanie Loves Chachi because, you know it’s very exciting to have your own show but if I wouldn’t have done it I could have had, I could have done anything I wanted,” he once said in an interview. “So I probably would have had a full season or two-season order for anything I wanted to do after that. I was 22, 23. You want your own show but…”

Baio blamed “the setup” of the musical sitcom for its failure. “This is not taking away from Erin Moran,” the Happy Days alum added.

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There’s a new kid on the block. And he’s got everybody talking.

Meet Nelio Biedermann. The 22-year-old Swisswriter and University of Zurichstudent has quickly become one of the most talked-about new authors of 2026, thanks to his debut novel, Lázár.

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​A sweeping Gothic-tinged saga that blends magical realism with the upheaval of 20th-century Europe, Lázár was first published in German last year and in English this month, with critics and fans going nuts over the Lázárs, a Hungarian aristocratic family who live through the collapse of the monarchy and two world wars, tracing loss, resilience, and hope.

Inspired by Biedermann’s own family and interviews with his great-uncle, the book has drawn major critical acclaim. The Times called it a “twisted modern fairy tale,” while New York’s McNally Jackson Books praised it as a “page-turning historical epic that feels like an old master wrote it — epic in scope, but never slow.”

Critics have also noted the young author’s literary influences, from Thomas Mann to Joseph Roth, with comparisons to writers like W.G. Sebald and Bohumil Hrabal. Biedermann himself cites Christian Kracht and Toni Morrison as legends he loves.

But the buzz isn’t limited to literary critics. Singer-songwriter Patti Smith and playwright Daniel Kehlmann are among the high-profile fans praising the instant best seller as “exquisite” and “dreamlike.”

In conversation with McNally Jackson, Biedermann described his reaction to receiving a message from Smith: “It’s completely surreal,” he said. “She texted me on Instagram, and I almost fainted, of course, because what else are you going to do when Patti Smith texts you?”

So, yes, the hype is real. Lázár is quickly becoming the breakout novel everyone will be reading this year. Cue the movie deal — let's get Joe Wright on the phone.

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Retired detective Bob Gilliam says Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance remains an active and evolving investigation, pushing back against speculation that the case has gone cold. Speaking during a recent panel discussion on The Interview Room, Gilliam said he believes investigators may be working potential suspects and pointed to forensic analysis as a key factor that could ultimately determine the outcome. While no arrests have been announced, he suggested the case could still move forward in the coming months—or potentially take longer to resolve.

"This is not a cold case, in my opinion," Gilliam said during the live panel. "I've heard a lot of people speculate whether or not this case has gone cold. I think it's anything but that. As I've said previously on this show, I think that FBI and the Pima detectives, the investigators on the task force, are working suspects, potentially, and it's come down to probably some form of forensic analysis that's going to make or break the case."

"Sometimes these things just take a while. I thought, initially, we would have seen arrests by now, but I'm not surprised that we haven't. And so, you know, we're just going to—I hate to say this—but we're just going to have to wait and see. And I think we will see. Probably sooner rather than later, within the next few months."

Gilliam also noted that it could even take "a couple years" for the case to be solved. "We just simply don't know," he said. Regardless, Gilliam feels confident that the case will, in fact, be solved.

Guthrie, 84, has been missing since Sunday, Feb. 1. Despite receiving thousands of tips, authorities have yet to name a suspect or make an arrest in the case. Moreover, Guthrie's whereabouts are still unknown. Anyone with information is asked to call the FBI (1-800-CALL-FBI).

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The ocean has always had a way of igniting the imagination. Sailors once believed sea monsters lurked beneath dark waves. Today, we have remotely operated vehicles and high-resolution cameras exploring the deep. Yet every so often, the ocean still delivers a discovery that feels almost mythic.

In August 2023, scientists aboard a research vessel discovered something strange while exploring the seafloor of the Gulf of Alaska. A small golden dome, smooth and glowing under the bright lights of a robotic submersible, sat attached to a rock nearly two miles below the surface. The object looked like something out of science fiction.

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The mysterious object was first spotted on August 30, 2023, during the Seascape Alaska expedition led by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Scientists were using a remotely operated vehicle called "Deep Discoverer" to map deep ocean habitats when the cameras captured an unusual sight on a rocky outcrop roughly 3,300 meters below the ocean surface.

The object was about four inches across, dome-shaped, and had a shimmering golden color that stood out against the dark seafloor. Even stranger, it appeared to have a small hole in one side, which made scientists wonder if something had entered or emerged from it.

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During the livestream of the expedition, researchers openly debated what it could be. Early guesses ranged from a sponge attachment to coral or even an egg casing from an unknown deep-sea animal. At the time, NOAA scientists could only confirm one thing with certainty. The orb was biological in origin, meaning it came from a living organism.

Eventually, the submersible's robotic arm gently removed the object using a suction sampler so it could be studied back on the research ship. The true detective work had just begun.

For nearly three years, the golden orb remained an ocean mystery. Initial DNA testing provided only vague clues, and scientists could not immediately link the sample to any known marine species.

The breakthrough came after more advanced genetic sequencing. Scientists eventually discovered that the orb was not an egg or a new species. Instead, it was a piece of tissue from a rare deep-sea creature called Relicanthus daphneae, a giant sea anemone species that lives in extreme ocean depths.

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The golden structure appears to have formed from dead cells at the base of the anemone, which attach the animal to the rock surface on the ocean floor. When the anemone moved or shed tissue, the remaining mass stayed behind, creating the smooth golden blob that puzzled scientists, according to Alaska News Source. Relicanthus daphneae is itself a remarkable organism. This deep-sea anemone can grow tentacles more than two meters long, drifting in dark waters where sunlight never reaches, per Science Alert.

To travelers who love the ocean, discoveries like this highlight just how mysterious the deep sea remains. The environment where the orb was found is incredibly extreme. At depths beyond about 1,000 meters, sunlight disappears entirely. The water temperature drops to around 4°C (39°F), and the pressure can exceed 100 times the pressure at Earth’s surface.

For those of us who explore coastlines or sail along open water, it is easy to forget that beneath the surface lies an environment more mysterious than many places on land. In fact, large portions of the ocean floor remain unmapped and unexplored.

When I first watched footage of the golden orb discovery, I remember thinking it looked cinematic. The glowing object sitting quietly on the seafloor almost resembled a lost treasure. But the real story turned out to be far more interesting.

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For travelers who love the ocean, this discovery offers a quiet reminder. Standing on a beach or sailing across open water often feels like a complete experience. Yet beneath those waves lies a world we are only beginning to understand. The deep ocean remains one of the least explored environments on Earth.

The golden orb mystery shows how exploration continues to reshape our understanding of the planet. Even with satellites, robotics, and advanced genetics, the ocean still surprises us. Every coastline hides stories beneath the waterline. Sometimes those stories take the form of a glowing golden orb resting silently two miles below the sea.

On this day in 2003, ABC daytime made history when All My Children aired the first same-sex kiss on a U.S. daytime soap.

The landmark moment featured  Bianca Montgomery (Eden Riegel), daughter of the legendary Erica Kane (Susan Lucci) and her love interest Lena Kundera (Olga Sosnovska). ABC promoted the scene at the time as “a moment of truth and love.”

While promoting the storyline, creator of the series Agnes Nixon said, “The theme of `All My Children' from the beginning is the belief that, as God's children, we are all bound to each other by our common humanity despite our many personal differences, the Bianca story is our latest effort to dramatize that belief."

In the episode, Lena prepares to leave town after quitting her job, heading to the airport. Bianca Rushes to stop her, asking “Lena, wait! Are you leaving because of me?” After an emotional conversation about their relationship, Bianca says goodbye, telling Lena, "You touched my heart, and I will always treasure that.” As they part, Lena leans in and kisses Bianca, making television history.

Speaking to reporter Christine Champagne of PlanetOut at the time about the scene, Riegel said, “It's that kind of old romantic airport scene in which the two lovers decide whether they can take the risk and take a chance on love -- only it's two women this time." Reflecting on the kiss itself, she added, “I think that moment felt really real.”

The couple remained together for about a yea, navigating multiple dramatic storylines, including Bianca’s sexual assault by Michael Cambias (William DeVry), her pregnancy, and the revelation that her child was believed to be stillborn.

In April 2004, Lena’s mother reached out and explained that she had developed liver cancer and wanted to return to Poland before she died. Lena reluctantly agreed and on April 28, 2004 left Pine Valley to accompany her mother.

The couple attempted a long-distance relationship, but ultimately the distance proved too difficult, and they chose to part ways.

Sosnovska would go on to appear on series such as Law & Order, Spooks, Criminal Minds, and the feature film Ocean’s Thirteen. Meanwhile, Riegel remained a part of All My Children off and on until it’s final cancellation in 2013.

Do you remember Bianca and Lena? What were some of your favorite memories? Share them in the comments below.

Coachella weekend resulted in an unexpected reunion between the stars of A League of Their Own.Madonna andGeena Davis posed for a reunion photo after both stars were part of Sabrina Carpenter's headlining set over the weekend.

It's been 32 years since the two icons starred together in the 1992 sports comedy directed by Penny Marshall and starring Tom Hanks. On Davis's Instagram, she posted the reunion photo with her co-star, giving a shoutout to their old movie characters.

"Mae - so happy to see you again! Love, Dottie," she wrote.

A League of Their Own tells the story of a fictionalized account of the real-life All-American Girls Professional Baseball League. Davis played the leading role of Dorothy "Dottie" Hinson, while Madonna starred as "All the Way" Mae Mordabito. The film follows the events back in World War II as the Chicago Cubs owner persuades fellow owners to commission a women's baseball team, as Major League Baseball is in jeopardy of being shut down.

The film was a box office success, having made $134 million at the box office against its $40 million budget. In 2012, it was even selected by the Library of Congress for preservation in the United States National Film Registry. A League of Their Own was one of Madonna's on-screen hits after films like Who's That Girl and Dick Tracy.

Fans of the original film were over the moon seeing the two stars reuniting, with one fan commenting, "We're the members of the All American League. We come from cities near and far. Love this!" It's the official anthem of the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League that was featured in the film.

"HAS ANYONE SEEN MY NEW RED HAT," in reference to one of movie's popualr lines by actor Anne Ramsey.

"Batter up! Hear that call! The time has come for one and all. To play ball!! This movie is the only time I ever liked watching baseball!!" said one fan.

At Coachella, Madonna surprised fans by joining Carpenter on stage to perform "Vogue" and "Like a Prayer" along with new music from her upcoming album. Davis later appeared as an older version of Carpenter while sitting in a classic car at a drive-in movie theater.

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It's getting serious between The Valley's Tom Schwartz and his new girlfriend, Kiana Carroll! The brunette model supported her guy from the audience of Watch What Happens Live! on April 22, and Schwartz made a surprising admission about a huge step they've recently taken in their relationship.

Host Andy Cohen said he was "so happy" for Schwartz after the TomTom founder confirmed he's officially been with his "dreamy" girlfriend for "seven months" now, then got a little more info on just how close they've gotten with another surprising question.

"Other than your infamous bubba and LVP tattoos, do you have any other tattoos or piercings that we'd be surprised by?" asked Cohen. After joking about having a NSFW piercing, the Vanderpump Rules star spilled the real tea.

"I have a tattoo... we have a sentimental one," he said, pointing at Carroll in the audience, who was nodding and beaming. "You have matching tattoos?! Wow! Seven months in?!" asked an incredulous Cohen. "We do, yeah."

Later on, Cohen asked about the most women Schwartz had ever kissed in a night, to which he bashfully admitted it was probably "like six" while partying in Cancun years ago. He looked nervously at Carroll, who covered her eyes and shook her head while laughing.

So, how are Schwartz and his ex-wife Katie Maloney getting along nearly four years after their divorce? "Great!" he told Cohen, adding, "I love to see her thriving. Her boyfriend's cool as hell, and we're in a great place."

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Carroll has made a few rare appearances on Schwartz's social media, and he's taken those opportunities to talk about how he feels about the model.

"Let’s go to one [of my] favorite places in the world, NYC, w/ one of my favorite humans in the world [Kiana Caroll]," he wrote on Instagram in November 2025 while promoting an episode of his Detox Retox podcast featuring his lady. "She's got charisma, moxy, and is as funny as she is beautiful."

Schwartz finally made his first appearance on Carroll's Instagram feed in April 2026, when she included a blurry photo of them together in a carousel. "I made it to the grid!" he wrote, with a flaming heart emoji.

Nearly six decades after its release, (Your Love Keeps Lifting Me) Higher and Higher by Jackie Wilson is still capturing pure, unfiltered joy.

The timeless tune, referred to as "possibly the greatest feel-good song of all time" by Time Out, was ranked No. 7 on the publication's roundup of the 37 best inspirational songs of all time, and it's clear to see why.

Landing in the Top 10 on the list published in May 2025, Wilson's nostalgic anthem is receiving fresh recognition, and Time Out agrees it is a fitting honor for a track that practically radiates optimism. "Possibly the greatest feelgood song of all time, this tune is three minutes of pure happiness and will fling you straight into summer. There are loads of cover versions knocking around, but – surprise surprise – the joyous original still wins hands down," the article noted of the song's inclusion.

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Released in August 1967, “Higher and Higher” arrived during a pivotal moment in Wilson’s career, and helped spark a late-’60s comeback. Written by Gary Jackson, Raynard Miner, and Carl Smith, the song blended Chicago soul polish with Wilson’s electrifying vocal delivery, per Michigan Rock and Roll Legends.

Backed by top-tier session musicians—including members of Motown’s famed Funk Brothers—the recording carried a fullness and urgency that matched its uplifting message. 
From its opening horns to its soaring chorus, the song doesn’t just suggest happiness—it insists on it. And audiences responded immediately.

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On the charts, the track became one of Wilson’s biggest crossover hits. It climbed to No. 1 on Billboard’s R&B chart and surged to No. 6 on the Billboard Hot 100, cementing its place as both a soul staple and a pop favorite. Its success didn’t stop there, either: the song later found new life internationally, reaching the Top 20 in the UK during its 1969 release and again during a 1987 revival.

But chart numbers only tell part of the story. Over time, “Higher and Higher” has become shorthand for feel-good resilience—featured in films, commercials, and countless celebratory moments. Its enduring legacy was further cemented with induction into the Grammy Hall of Fame.

Its staying power is also attributed to several covers, including Rita Coolidge's 1977 pop-country rendition—another Top 10 Billboard Hot 100 hit, peaking at No. 2—and Alabama Shakes leader Brittany Howard's version for Amazon Originals.

Overall, Wilson's career accolades included a stunning 54 US Hot 100 and 49 R&B singles chart entries, according to uDiscover Music.

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Time Out‘s list spans a variety of decades and genres—from soul, pop, and rock to hip-hop, rap, and funk. The wide-ranging roundup is the perfect example that people view “inspiration” as many different things. From inspiring love songs to vibrant hits meant to help you work yourself out of a rut, there’s bound to be a track that appeals to every type of music lover.

Check out the Top 10 below, and the rest of the list on the publication’s website.

10. “Born to Run” by Bruce Springsteen, 1975

9. “Birds of a Feather” by Billie Eilish, 2024

8. “***Flawless” by Beyoncé, 2013

7. “(Your Love Keeps Lifting Me) Higher and Higher” by Jackie Wilson, 1967

6. “Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger” by Daft Punk, 2007

5. “Survivor” by Destiny’s Child, 2001

4. “I’m Still Standing” by Elton John, 1983

3. “Lose Yourself” by Eminem, 2002

2. “I Will Survive” by Gloria Gaynor, 1978

1. “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell, 1967

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It’s not difficult for desks, vanities, and countertops to collect clutter, especially if you’re low on storage space. While bookcases and cabinets are a great way to streamline and tidy up your home, a simple organizer can be just as handy. If you’re looking for something to neatly store the little things, this Caktraie 16-Drawer Organizer Set at Amazon is definitely worth checking out. 

Now’s the best time to snag one for your home because it’s currently on sale for less than $30! Normally retailing for $45, this nifty organizer set is now on sale for just $27. It’s also available in five other styles, ranging from four to 30 drawers.

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This organizer set is designed to effortlessly declutter your space. It comes in four separate sections, each boasting different drawer configurations. Two of the organizers have drawers that stack vertically, while the other two have a wider layout with drawers that sit side-by-side, as well as some stacked on top of each other. 

One organizer is equipped with four equal-sized drawers, while the rest feature drawers of various sizes. For reference, one of the organizers is configured with three smaller drawers stacked on top of two larger ones. Another organizer is designed with one large drawer and two stacked drawers next to it. 

The differently sized drawers allow you to store items of various sizes, maximizing the available storage space. You can use them in any room to organize any items that don’t have a designated space and are currently cluttering your desk, countertops, or drawers. 

The tall organizers are about 10 inches tall and 4 inches wide, and the wide versions are around 4 inches tall and 10 inches wide. You can either use these drawers in one area, placing them side by side or on top of each other, or separate them to declutter multiple rooms. 

Shoppers have found so many different uses for this organizer set. They mentioned that they use it to organize skincare products, makeup, office supplies, tools, crafts, and so much more! If you want to see how reviewers set up their organizers and what they used them for, check out these satisfying images that they shared. 

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“It's been a game changer in keeping my workspace organized and boosting my productivity,” one reviewer said. “It has made my workspace so much more efficient and clutter-free.” They also described these organizers as “versatile, practical, and stylish.” Another shopper commented: “It has completely transformed my desk and office area into a clutter-free, organized space.”

Many customers raved about how sturdy and durable these organizers are. They’re made of acrylic, which is transparent like glass but is stronger, sturdier, and much lighter. The acrylic is waterproof, making these organizers ideal for bathroom use. These organizers are also very easy to clean. If you ever want to give them a little refresh, you can just wash them with soap and water.

These no-frills organizers have a sleek silhouette that’ll seamlessly blend into any space in your home. Because the acrylic is transparent, it allows you to see everything you have stored inside without needing to open the drawers. Reviewers mentioned that these organizers come with non-slip feet, which helps keep them in place. 

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The bonfires are the juiciest parts of Temptation Island. The couples are split into separate villas and are spending time with singles. They see what's going on in the other villa at the bonfire.

Season 2 showed a clip of Jack Mason cheating on Shyanne Blankenship, and she almost left the show. But another cast member revealed a secret about the Netflix series.

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Scarlett Bentley was on season 2 with Cole Mueller. She was repeatedly disappointed by his lack of effort in bonfire clips. Sadly, we didn't see the real ones, according to her.

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"A lot of the clips that you see on those bonfires that's not what I actually saw," Scarlett said on Reality Steve. "And so I'm seeing the bare minimum. I'm seeing that he doesn't even want to be there. That he doesn't want to participate. I'm also hearing him say a lot of the things that I've heard him say a million times. And so it was just nothing new."

She said some of the clips in the episodes weren't at the bonfire at all. The lack of depth in their relationship was constantly mentioned in the episodes. But she felt like communication was their biggest problem.

Her breaking point was his admission that he read her journal at the final bonfire. The season ended with Scarlett deciding to leave the island alone. However, Scarlett said that was also manipulated for the episode.

"I say I respect you and I respect this relationship enough to not make a final decision here," Scarlett said on the podcast. "I just want to leave alone and we can figure it all out in San Diego."

Part one of the season 2 reunion was released on The Viall Files. Scarlett and Cole revealed they are back to dating. Mikey Bivens also claimed that clips of him that were shown to Sydney McGregor at the bonfire were misleading.

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Amid his ongoing sexual misconduct case, Russell Brand, 50, has admitted to having sex with a teenage girl. Brand—30 at the time of the incident, to which he confessed—allegedly had sex with a 16-year-old girl.

On the "Megyn Kelly Show," the actor—who, in London's Southwark Crown Court in February, pleaded not guilty to a nearly two-decade-old count of sexual assault and another count of rape—admitted that he has indeed made regrettable choices regarding his sexual conduct.

"The plain fact of it is, in Europe and in the United Kingdom, where I'm from, the age of consent is 16—and I did sleep with a 16-year-old when I was 30," he told Kelly, in the episode released on Wednesday, April 22. "But when I was 30, I was a very different person. I was a lot younger, and I was an immature 30-year-old."

Brand acknowledged the "strong power differential" as a "famous man" who allegedly had "consensual sex with lots of women," calling his sexual conduct "exploitative."

"I recognize that my sexual conduct in the past was selfish," he continued. "I did not apply enough consideration—barely any, I suppose—really, to how that sex was affecting other people."

Recognizing the importance of the age of consent, Brand—who is now sober—blamed his addiction and fame for fueling an "opportunity for endless consent," which has turned him into a self-proclaimed "hedonist and a fool and an exploiter of women."

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Brand is currently facing seven charges of sexual offences in the UK related to six women, including counts of rape, sexual assault, and indecent assault. The alleged incidents occurred between1999 and 2009.

Brand, who has pleaded not guilty on all counts, has argued that he did not have sex with women without consent. However, his promiscuity, he has said, needs to be "redeemed and addressed and atoned for."

In an Instagram reel posted in December—following the two most recent charges of sexual assault and rape—he told followers that it was "a time of great darkness."

"I feel so blessed that I have the opportunity to atone for the many things over the years that I did wrong and the opportunity to ensure that people understand the truth of my situation and scenario," he said in the video. "I pray, Lord, that anyone I've harmed or hurt in my years of mindlessness and sin would be healed… And I pray, Lord, for the absolute truth of who I am to be abundantly revealed."

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Tubing mascaras are a great option if you struggle with your mascara staying put throughout the day, as they use a special tubing formula that wraps each lash in water-resistant "tubes." These mascaras tend to resist smudging and smearing better than traditional mascaras, and are especially awesome for those with water eyes or oily skin. You don't have to break the bank in order to try out a tubing mascara, and this new one at Ulta proves it. It retails for just $14.99, and so far it is getting some pretty stellar reviews.

Milani's Highly Rated Lash Extensions XL Volumizing Tubing Mascara is lightweight, volumizing and clump-free. Available in either black or brown, this tubing mascara coats every lash, delivering lightweight yet impactful volume, lift and length. Oh, and it lasts up to 24 hours thanks to its smudge-proof, transfer-resistant and anti-flake formula.

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In addition to this mascara's tubing formulation, the mascara's wand is also an innovative feature. It comes equipped with 198 micro-bristles, excellent for both combing and separating your lashes.

So far, customers are impressed with this tubing mascara, giving it an average rating of 4.4 stars on Ulta.com, with 87 percent of shoppers saying they would recommend it to a friend.

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"I like this mascara, it's a soft brown color, that makes my eyes pop out a little more. The effectiveness is there, I can see the difference between the two I like how much length it gave my lashes," said one fan in a five-star review on Ulta.com.

"This is now my go-to mascara for every day wear! Whether I am going to work or to dance the night away, this mascara makes my lashes look great and stays put! I have noticed I can add an extra layer later in the day if I want even more volume. It easily comes off in the shower which is another bonus," said another happy Ulta customer in a five-star review on Ulta's website.

You can find this new Milani mascara online on Ulta's website or in select Ulta stores. It retails for $14.99.

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38-year-old Mara Flávia Araújo, a fitness influencer with over 60,000 followers on Instagram, drowned while competing in the Texas Ironman competition on April 18. According to the official website, ​the triathlon consisted of three portions. “Athletes will start their journey in The Woodlands with a 2.4-mile, spectator-lined lake swim, cruise at their own volition for a 112-mile ride on mostly closed roads, and embrace the Texas faithful on one of the most spirited 26.2-mile runs in North America,” they stated.

Araújo drowned during the swimming portion of the competition, and was pulled to the surface by the Woodlands Fire Department.

Araújo’s sister, Melissa, has just spoken out about the loss. “You lived life intensely,” she wrote in an Instagram post, which was reported on by People. “You were always synonymous with determination, with courage—with a strength that seemed too vast to be contained within you. You never did anything halfway; perhaps that is why you left such a profound mark on the lives of everyone who crossed your path.”

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She continued, “A piece of me is gone, and I will have to learn to live without it. And it hurts in a way I cannot even explain. It is a strange silence, a void I knew existed all along—as if the world itself had lost a little of its color. Somehow, I know you will still be with me: in my decisions, in my courage whenever my strength falters, and in those little daily moments that only the two of us truly understood. I will carry you with me in everything I do. Rest now, my sister. It will hurt down here, but I will honor your life every single day.”

Ironman Texas also released a statement about her passing on their Facebook page. They said, “We are saddened to confirm the death of a race participant during the swim portion of today’s Ironman Texas triathlon. We send our deepest sympathies to the family…and will offer them our support as they go through this very difficult time. Our gratitude goes out to the first responders for their assistance.”

“Scandoval” meets “Scamanda” in what feels like the first of many crossover brand plays, as Vanderpump Rules’ Ariana Madix joins Summer House’s Ciara Miller for a Sonic ad.

The Bravo queens sit next to one another in an Instagram teaser with Ariana joking, "So.... anything new to talk about?" clearly referencing the Summer House fallout.

"No... no updates from me," Ciara says, looking completely unbothered, which leads Ariana to emphasize," Nothing? Nada? Really?" Ciara hilariously then says that "life has been pretty chill."

"That's refreshing to hear because I thought things were like ... ya know," Ariana says in a wink-wink, nudge-nudge moment before Ciara jokes that she's been "off social media," and the women launch into why they love Sonic frozen refresher.

"I love that energy," Ariana says. "Let's sip to that!"

Compared to the explosive betrayal on Vanderpump Rules, the drama on Summer House feels almost understated: Ciara Miller and West Wilson seemingly attempted to rekindle their romance this season, only to discover that off-camera, he began dating her former close friend, Amanda Batula, this past February (though the timeline remains fuzzy). Amanda is currently separated from her husband, Kyle Cooke.

For context, the Bravoverse exploded in early March 2023 when it was revealed that Tom Sandoval had been cheating on Ariana, who was his longtime girlfriend, with their mutual friend Raquel Leviss—an affair no one saw coming.

Shortly after the Vanderpump Rules betrayal, Ariana landed a wave of brand deals and acting roles, including a stint as Roxie Hart in Chicago on Broadway. She now hosts the hit reality series Love Island, a gig she once referenced on Vanderpump Rules, and also competed on Dancing With the Stars Season 32, finishing third alongside partner Pasha Pashkov.

Ironically, Dancing With the Stars announced Ciara will compete on Season 35 alongside Maura Higgins, known for The Traitors and—full circle moment—Love Island.

Martha Stewart is letting her fans in on her secret that keeps the longtime hosting guru "looking 23."

Taking to Instagram on Thursday, the 84-year-old posted a selfie from an airplane where she mentioned her go-to skincare product while traveling.

"I will admit this is what I look like at 35,000 feet," she wrote. "The secret to good skin when you travel is not the flat bed. I always pack my @elmbiosciences Biosciences Night Cream. Always."

Stewart, who helped create the skincare brand that she released last year, noted that the night cream especially comes in handy in dry settings such as an airplane.

"As a long time traveler, I will tell you airplane cabins are absolutely ruthless on the skin," she said. "You don’t want to start or end a trip worrying about redness or wrinkles. With Elm, I wake up and my skin is calm and hydrated, even after hours of sleeping in recirculated air."

And of course, fans couldn't get over just how great she looked.

"Looking 23 and rested queen," one wrote.

"You look sooooo good!!" added another.

"Hotness overload!" a third said, while an additional fan joked, "meanwhile I look like ET in the ditch at 35,000 feet."

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While Stewart teamed up with Elm Bioscience for her product line in September of last year, the night cream was released this past January. According to People, the TV personality, along with Dr. Dhaval Bhanusali, wanted to release a night cream and worked on a formula for over two years.

"When Dhaval and I started working on Elm Biosciences, we knew that we were going to need more than just a serum," she told the outlet at the time of the product release. "We've been trained to use toners. We had been trained to use serums. We've been trained to use creams. We've been trained to use so many products. We didn't want to seem like we knew it all, and one product could do everything."

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Today co-anchor Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie, is still missing after her Feb. 1 abduction—and a retired FBI agent recently speculated on why no one has turned in "Porch Guy" as the case nears 12 weeks.

On Thursday, April 23, former FBI special agent Jennifer Coffindaffertook to X to weigh in on the fact that no suspect has been named in the 84-year-old's case.

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In her lengthy examination, Coffindaffer acknowledged that many people aren't even aware of Nancy's missing case. "It's very possible no one that knows him has seen Porch Guy or even knows about this case," she said of the masked individual captured in doorbell camera footage from Nancy's front porch.

She continued, "No. 2: People know about case, people know about this photo, people have seen the footage—and guess what? They are fiercely loyal."

Coffindaffer explored the possibility of a parent recognizing that Porch Guy is their son and wrestling with the idea that if they do come forward, he would be likely be subject to the death penalty. "It could be brother, it could be be husband, but you know," she pointed out. "But there's no way you're going to say."

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A third reason for no one coming forward about Porch Guy, according to Coffindaffer, could be that they are "fiercely afraid" of him. "You know what he did. You've been tracking the case... But you know what? No way in hell you're coming forward. Because if he gets any inkling that you're acting in any way suspicious, you know you could be next."

Additionally, the retired FBI agent speculated that someone who knows something but isn't coming forward could be distrustful of the government despite $1.2 million in reward money on the table.

"Because of that, they don't trust that even if they come forward, that they're going to get paid," Coffindaffer explained. "They think if they come forward, the money is going to be withheld."

She also suggested that someone might think they recognize porch guy, but simply cannot "believe" it could be them. Another theory suggested that Porch Guy could be dead at the hands of a potential accomplice or someone who hired him.

Nancy was last seen at her Catalina Foothills home on the evening of Jan. 31. The Pima County Sheriff's Department (later joined by the FBI) launched its search for the 84-year-old on Feb. 1. As of writing, no suspect has been named despite Savannah's $1 million reward, the FBI's $100,000 reward, and another $100,000 to a local tip line.

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The list of inductees for this year's Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has been announced and will include the British rock bands Joy Division and New Order. Peter Hook, founding bassist for both groups, revealed he refuses to stand by his former bandmates due to previous disputes.

When the bands were announced to finally be inducted, fans wondered how the ceremony would go down. After Joy Division frontman Ian Curtis died by suicide in 1980, the remaining members, Bernard Sumner, Stephen Morris, Hook, and Gillian Gilbert, regrouped as New Order. Hook would later leave the band as its bassist in 2007. He left believing the group would officially disband, but learned they had once again regrouped without him.

Speaking with Rolling Stone, Hook admitted that he has no plans to stand by his former bandmates at the award ceremony or for an onstage performance. "I won’t stand with them. No. I couldn’t give a s–t [how it would work]. I’m not bothered. You’ve got to have morals," he said.

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The bassists still said he's looking forward to the event, but not because of the former band. Following the remaining members' regrouping, Hook went into a lengthy legal battle against them over royalties and use of the band's name. He detailed in his memoir, Substance: Inside New Order, that they had booked tours and released new content while having only given him 1.25% of all earnings.

Hook felt that over 30 years of being with the band earned him more than what was being given. In the end, the legal battle lasted for years and was ultimately settled in 2017. Hook hasn't spoken to some of his former members in over a decade.

"If Bernard pops his head around and goes, ‘Hey Hooky, sorry about that eight-year legal battle that cost you six years’ wages. I’m really sorry about it. We should maybe have just had a chat about it," said Hook.

Hook told Rolling Stone that life is full of surprises, and admits that he would only step on stage with the band if they "reach out and try and form some kind of relationship."

Charlize Theron is known for taking big risks, and she did just that for her latest red carpet look while promoting her latest film.

The Best Actress Oscar winner showed up for Netflix's Apex premiere at The Paris Theatre in New York City on April 22, reminding everyone why she is one of Hollywood's most magnetic style icons.

Decked out in head-to-toe Dior, Theron stunned in a single-breasted black wool blazer, matching high-waisted trousers, and a white, pleated Elizabethan-style collar. The tailored blazer was left open to reveal the absence of a shirt, and one can guess, quite a bit of double-sided tape to keep this high-fashion moment from becoming a wardrobe malfunction.

Theron accented the daring but sophisticated ensemble with Dior ear cuffs and pointed-toe black silk pumps.

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The contrast between the masculine look of the blazer and trousers against the ruffled collar and a swath of skin gave Theron an air of equal parts androgyny. The look is a mix of boardroom and old-world romance that she finished with a tousled blonde bob and bold red lip that gave the look a perfect pop of color. Theron perfectly merged classic Hollywood glamour and modern edge in a way that only she could pull off.

Theron has long been the face of Dior's fragrance line, so the 50-year-old actor and producer should embrace the brand's winter 2026 collection while hitting the red carpet for Apex, which she both stars in and produced.

The upcoming survival thriller will hit the streamer on April 24, with Theron playing a grieving woman named Sasha who is hunted in the Australian wilderness by a ruthless predator played by Taron Egerton. The film also stars Eric Bana and is directed by Baltasar Kormákur.

Film buffs thought Daniel Day-Lewis' final film role might be Phantom Thread in 2017. But the three-time Oscar winner, 68, came out of retirement recently to star in his son's movie.

Anemone is currently streaming on Netflix, and if you're also interested in watching the feature that earned the British performer his very first Academy Award, My Left Foot can be rented on various streamers.

The 1989 classic nabbed Oscar trophies for its two stars — Day-Lewis, of course, and Brenda Fricker, who played his disabled character's mother. Here's the official synopsis of the film, which holds a whopping 98% average critics' rating on Rotten Tomatoes:

No one expects much from Christy Brown (Day-Lewis), a boy with cerebral palsy born into a working-class Irish family. Though Christy is a spastic quadriplegic and essentially paralyzed, a miraculous event occurs when, at the age of 5, he demonstrates control of his left foot by using chalk to scrawl a word on the floor. With the help of his steely mother (Fricker) — and no shortage of grit and determination — Christy overcomes his infirmity to become a painter, poet and author.

With such a riveting and impactful story, adapted from Brown's 1954 memoir, it's no wonder My Left Foot is ranked on Rotten Tomatoes' list of 300 Best Movies of All Time. It can also be spotted on the British Film Institute's list of Top 100 British Films of the 20th Century.

Years later, Day-Lewis would receive his second Oscar for There Will Be Blood (2007), with his third Best Lead Actor trophy arriving five years after for Lincoln (2012).

On that note, another renowned actor is set to portray Abraham Lincoln in an upcoming film. Tom Hanks will star in the live-action/stop motion animation hybrid movieLincoln in the Bardo based on the New York Times bestseller and 2017 Booker Prize-winner of the same name by George Saunders, Deadline reports.