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We can't get enough of matching sets. They ensure you look effortless and put-together while you're wearing the coziest, most relaxed pieces. That's why we're obsessed with the cohesive design of this Mintreus Ribbed Knit Lounge Set, now for just $20 at Walmart.

The set comes in 15 different colors and styles, with short-sleeve and long-sleeve options. It has a lightweight, breathable design that's perfect for spring, and according to reviewers, you'll want to buy "one in every color."

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This lounge set is crafted from high-quality elastic ribbed fabric that's soft, lightweight, and breathable. It includes a knit crew neck top and high-waisted, wide-leg drawstring pants. It also comes in 15 fashionable colors and styles — you can grab it in white, navy, black, hot pink, pale pink, khaki, army green, or dark gray.

The set has evidently won over shoppers with over 100 perfect five-star reviews and an overall 4.3-star rating.

"Super comfy and very breathable," one shopper wrote. They added that the fabric is "incredibly lightweight" and said that they would be "ordering this in more colors."

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"Flowy, chic, and comfy," another shopper wrote. "I receive compliments every time I wear this set. Between the beautiful green color and the cute ribbed detailing, this set hits all of the marks for fashion."

Snag this chic $20 Walmart fashion set in your favorite color before it's gone! This highly-rated two-piece set may not last long at such a great price.

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Aerosmithis looking back on the moment they won their second Grammy award.

On Sunday, March 1, the legendary rock band marked exactly 32 years since they won Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal at the 1994 Grammy Awards for their hit song 'Livin' on the Edge."

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Aerosmith shared a flashback post to social media earlier this week to mark the anniversary of earning their second Grammy, which was presented to them by Vanessa Williams and Meat Loaf on March 1, 1994.

As seen in the throwback clip, the band went on stage to accept the award and thank the Recording Academy for the honor, while frontman Steven Tyler said into the microphone, "Thank you very much."

He then quipped to the crowd, "You'd be surprised how expensive it costs to look this cheap."

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"Everything I've ever loved was immoral, illegal, fattening or grew hands on your palms," he further joked, while adding, "God bless rock and roll."

His bandmates Brad Whitford and Tom Hamilton also took the mic to thank their managers, producers, co-writers and fans.

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"Living on the Edge" was released by Aerosmith in 1993 as the lead single off their 11th studio album, Get a Grip. It earned the group their second Grammy, following their first win in 1990 for "Janie's Got a Gun."

Aerosmith would go on to win a total of four Grammys, each in the Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal category. In 1995, the band won the award for their song "Crazy," followed by another win in 1999 with "Pink."

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When The Dark Knight hit theaters in 2008, it did far more than continue a popular superhero franchise.

Now, the film has been ranked the “Best Action Thriller of the Century” by Collider, underscoring just how transformative the movie has been for modern blockbuster filmmaking.

Directed by Christopher Nolan, The Dark Knight follows Bruce Wayne, better known as Batman and played by Christian Bale, as he confronts his most dangerous enemy yet: the Joker, portrayed by Heath Ledger. The now legendary villain sets out to plunge Gotham City into chaos, testing the limits of its protectors and forcing them to confront uncomfortable moral choices.

As Batman works alongside Police Commissioner James Gordon, played by Gary Oldman, and district attorney Harvey Dent, played by Aaron Eckhart, the Joker relentlessly pushes each character toward a breaking point. The film's central tension revolves around how far someone should go in the pursuit of justice and whether the fight against evil can corrupt even the most well-intentioned heroes.

Nolan's film is more than your everyday superhero movie. Rather than relying solely on spectacle, The Dark Knight unfolds as a sweeping crime epic rooted in psychological drama and ethical dilemmas. Its tightly constructed story rarely pauses for breath, building tension scene by scene until its explosive conclusion.

At the center of the film's lasting legacy is Ledger's unforgettable performance as the Joker. Equal parts terrifying and unpredictable, the character became one of the most iconic villains in movie history. Ledger described the Joker as a "psychopathic, mass-murdering, schizophrenic clown with zero empathy," in a 2007 interview with The New York Times.

During filming, Ledger struggled to separate himself from his work, diving so fully into the role that he began losing sleep over it. "Last week I probably slept an average of two hours a night," he said. “I couldn’t stop thinking. My body was exhausted, and my mind was still going."

Ledger passed away shortly after the film was completed. He posthumously won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, cementing the role as one of the most celebrated performances ever seen in a comic-book adaptation.

Beyond its awards and box-office success, The Dark Knight helped redefine what audiences expected from blockbuster cinema. Nolan's grounded storytelling and complex themes influenced countless films that followed, proving that superhero stories could tackle mature ideas without compromising thrilling action sequences.

More than 15 years after its release, The Dark Knight continues to stand as a landmark film, not just within the Batman franchise, but across the entire landscape of modern action cinema.

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Shoppers in several states may want to take a closer look at recent snack purchases. A voluntary action announced this week affects a limited run of potato chips distributed earlier this year to grocery stores, convenience stores, drug stores and select online retailers.

Frito-Lay says the affected Miss Vickie's chips were shipped beginning around mid-January and were sold in six states. While the product remains safe for many people, those with certain food allergies are urged to check specific package details and act accordingly.

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According to Frito-Lay, select eight-ounce bags of Miss Vickie's Spicy Dill Pickle Potato Chips may contain jalapeño-flavored chips that include milk, an ingredient not declared on the label. For individuals with a milk allergy or severe sensitivity, consuming the product could lead to a serious or potentially life-threatening allergic reaction.

The company initiated a voluntary recall after being alerted to the issue through a consumer contact. Frito-Lay stated that no allergic reactions linked to this matter have been reported to date.

The impacted bags were distributed in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas. No other Miss Vickie's flavors, sizes or variety pack offerings are included in the recall.

Frito-Lay has notified the U.S. Food and Drug Administration of the action. The agency is expected to formally classify the recall in accordance with its standard process.

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Consumers should check for eight-ounce bags with the UPC 0 28400 76177 2 printed on the back of the package. The affected products also display a "Guaranteed Fresh" date of April 21, 2026, along with one of two specific manufacturing codes printed near the date on the front right side of the bag.

If a bag matches both the date and one of the listed manufacturing codes, consumers who have a milk allergy or sensitivity should not eat the product and should discard it. According to the company, those without a dairy allergy are not considered at risk.

Anyone with questions can contact the brand's consumer hotline at 1-877-984-2543 during weekday business hours or visit the company's official website for more information.

As with any food recall involving an undeclared allergen, shoppers are encouraged to review product details carefully and take appropriate precautions.

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Dancer and TV host Julianne Hough invited fans behind the scenes of her latest red carpet look, sharing a new video as she got ready to go to the premiere of The Bride! this week in New York City.

On March 4, Hough shared a glamorous new video of the process to get ready for a star-studded event. The clip started with the 37-year-old relaxing in a lacy black bra set and an orange robe, rocking clips in her hair as she gave fans a few fun poses.

The video jumped forward in time to show Hough getting her hair done in a black slip dress before showcasing the final look, which was a slinky black dress that was completely open from shoulder to hip on her left side. Hough posed for some photos in the daring gown before finally heading to the movie premiere, where she turned heads with her glamorous ensemble.

Hough simply captioned the update, "Powering through 🙃."

Fans were in awe of Hough's gorgeous red carpet look and behind-the-scenes video, praising her in the comments.

"I mean… come on. Flawless as always 🥹🫰🏻," said one such fan, as more wrote, "You’re absolutely beautiful, period. 🔥," and "perfection."

Another said, "So pretty as always Julianne ❤️."

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The premiere was for the new movie The Bride!, starring Christian Bale as Frankenstein's Monster and Jessie Buckley as The Bride. The film is directed by Maggie Gyllenhaal, who got some help from her family for the project.

Her husband, Peter Sarsgaard, plays Jake Wiles, while her brother, Jake Gyllenhaal, plays Ronnie Reed. Other big names in the cast include Annette Bening, Penélope Cruz, and more.

While Hough is known for hosting Dancing with the Stars, she is also an actress, and she has a role in The Bride! as well. She shared a sneak peek of the role in a recent post, revealing that her character, Jinx, shares scenes with Reed.

The Bride! officially comes out in theaters on March 6.

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For those who prefer to never leave the house without all their essentials, a comfy, roomy tote bag is a must-have. If you’re looking to upgrade your current everyday bag, this Valleycomfy Corduroy Tote Bag from Amazon might just be the replacement you’re looking for. 

Better yet, it’s currently on sale! It normally retails for $20, which is already an amazing price considering that some shoppers said they’ve owned the tote for years. However, you can now score this bag for just $11 to $14, depending on the size and style. 

Available in 21 colors, you’ll find one perfectly suited for your style. Choose from neutrals like beige, black, brown, gray, or khaki. For those who prefer deep rich hues, opt for green, dark green, navy blue, sapphire blue, dark red, or dark pink. If you like vibrant colors, the bag is also available in pink, yellow, grass green, orange, purple, rose red, and light blue. You can even score it in a strawberry or geometric print!

With a chic corduroy exterior and an interior polyester lining, this tote bag effortlessly combines style and practicality. It has a structured silhouette that delivers a sleek, polished look and maintains its boxy shape. 

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You can carry it as a shoulder bag using the top handles, or you can use the long adjustable strap to drape it over one shoulder or sling it across your body. Shoppers mentioned that the straps are comfortable to wear no matter how much they carry in their bag.

Ideal for work or school, the large bag measures around 14 inches wide, 12 inches tall, and 5 inches deep. Many shoppers raved about how spacious the bag is and said they were able to fit all their essentials with room to spare. For example, a customer was able to fit in their laptop, water bottle, notebooks, and daily necessities. 

“I call it my ‘Mary Poppins’ bag because of how much I’m able to fit in it!” one shopper said. 

“This bag is incredibly practical — it's spacious enough to hold all my essentials without being bulky.” another reviewer raved. “It's stylish, functional, and built to last.”

Slightly smaller, the medium size bag measures around 12 inches wide, 10 inches tall, and 4 inches deep. However, it’s still roomy enough to hold everything you’ll need for errands and casual outings. A customer described it as “perfect for everyday use.”

To keep everything organized, this tote bag features one zippered and one slip pocket on the inside. The exterior also has a roomy slip pocket where you can store essentials like your phone and wallet for easy access. It’s finished with a magnetic snap closure to keep everything secured.

Practical, comfortable, and gorgeous it’s no surprise that this Valleycomfy Corduroy Tote Bag has racked up thousands of five-star ratings. Grab yours now from Amazon for as low as $11 before the sale ends!

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The beloved Saturday Night Live short, "Natalie's Rap," starring Academy Award-winning actress Natalie Portman, has turned 20!

The digital short, which originally aired on March 4, 2006, featured a fictionalized version of Portman being interviewed by a reporter played by then-SNL cast member Chris Parnell. In the short, Portman shared unexpected and very explicit details about her daily life.

SNL fans shared their appreciation for the digital short in a March 4 Reddit thread. Quite a few commenters stated that the moment from SNL's 31st season still holds up.

"I used to watch this almost every day when it first came out lol," wrote a commenter.

"This is amazing," added another.

"i’ve seen maybe a handful of good SNL sketches in the last 20 years but nothing will compare to this," shared a different person.

"All these years later and I still remember all the lyrics. Iconic," chimed in a fan.

"This goes so hard," shared a commenter.

"Natalie's Rap" was written by the comedy group The Lonely Island, which consists of Andy Samberg, Akiva Schaffer, and Jorma Taccone. Samberg, Schaffer, and Taccone, who all began working at SNL in 2005, discussed the digital short during a 2024 episode of their and Seth Meyers' podcast, The Lonely Island and Seth Meyers Podcast.

Meyers, who was an SNL cast member and head writer, described the digital short as "a seminal moment in celebrity rap history."

According to Taccone, Portman, who was a fan of The Lonely Island's 2005 digital short "Lazy Sunday," had told the trio that she was interested in performing a rap song while hosting her SNL episode.

"Natalie came in, it was on Monday, and was like, 'Hey, let's do a song.' And she wanted to do a rap song, as I recall. But we were like, 'I don't know if we can do that. You got to come kind of hard if you're going to do that,'" said Taccone.

Taccone said that Portman responded by performing a Lil' Kim rap, which impressed him, Samberg, and Schaffer. The group then began writing "Natalie's Rap," which they thought would be hilarious as fans of the Harvard graduate wouldn't expect her to be so crass.

"She was the princess in those Star Warsmovies and she had graduated from Harvard and everybody thought she was perfect, it had to go as far as it could go," said Schaffer on the podcast episode.

Samberg, Schaffer, and Taccone also shared that the song was in homage to Eazy-E's "No More ?'s" and Sir Mix-a-Lot's "Posse' on Broadway."

OK. We’re not going to bury the lead here: Author Sarah J. Maas has just announced that two new ACOTAR books are on the way.

Sitting down with host Alex Cooper for the latest episode of her Call Her Daddypodcast, Maas capped off a wide-ranging conversation with the major news. 

“I’ve been working and working,” she said. “It’s been a long time coming. It took me a long time to write [these books].” 

She shared that she'd been working through “lots of things” and needed to get in the “right headspace” before the next chapters in the A Court of Thorns and Roses series could “pour out of her.” Finding inspiration in Big Sky Montana, where “there’s some kind of energy vortex,” she said it all clicked and the chapters began writing themselves. 

The first book will drop Oct. 27, with the second book dropping in January. Without giving too much detail away, she said the next installment of ACOTAR will be told in four parts: the first part in book one, the second and third parts in book two, and the conclusion coming later. 

“Part one was this huge thing,” she explained, speaking to how the story is broken up over multiple books, “and parts two and three were really long. Part four is yet to be written. … It's meant to be read as one massive, massive story. It’s not a trilogy. I’ve never told a story that way, but I wasn’t going to be held back.”

Maas was coy when Cooper pressed her on other details like book length, titles, and cover details; Maas revealed nothing, but the plot twist of a two-book release will have to tide fans over for now.

Other than revelatory ACOTAR news, Maas and Cooper engaged in a discussion that was raw, real, funny, and at times pretty dark. In a 90-minute chat that played out like a breakthrough therapy session, the episode, titled “The Wait Is Over” covered harrowing pregnancy stories, Maas’ crush on Orlando Bloom, and struggles with mental health. Oh, and the author’s love for Diet Coke and Cheetohs. Because, obviously. 

Watch the episode in its entirety on youtube.com.

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If you're anything like me, the day is not complete until I finish all of the free word games from the New York Times. Working on the daily Connections, Connections Sports Edition, Wordle, and Strands is a whole ritual for many of us. And we can't forget about the NYT's The Mini Crossword, too!

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

So, if you're working on today's Mini on for Today's Mini Crossword on Thursday, March 5, 2026, and need some help (I've been there), get ready to read the clues and solutions for each line. We have them separated into hints first for both "Across" and "Down" words, followed by "Across Answers" and "Down Answers," so be careful if you want to avoid spoilers as you scroll!

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

1 Across: Poli ___ (college major) — HINT: Ends with the letter "I"

4 Across: Person with a superior attitude —HINT: Starts with the letter "S"

5 Across: Word whose letters are appropriately found from left to right in … CHARISMA — HINT: Starts with the letter "C"

6 Across: … PRECIPITATION — HINT: Ends with the letter "N"

7 Across: … UNSIGHTLY — HINT: Ends with the letter "Y"

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1 Down: Slow-moving creature — HINT: Starts with the letter "S"

2 Down: Like a groan-inducing joke — HINT: Ends with the letter "Y"

3 Down: Co. that created the first floppy disk — HINT: Starts with the letter "I"

4 Down: Furry variety of carpets — HINT: Starts with the letter "S"

5 Down: World Class Wreckin' ___, music group in which Dr. Dre got his start — HINT: Ends with the letter "U"

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

1 Across: Poli ___ (college major) — SCI

4 Across: Person with a superior attitude —SNOB

5 Across: Word whose letters are appropriately found from left to right in … CHARISMA — CHARM

6 Across: … PRECIPITATION — RAIN

7 Across: … UNSIGHTLY — UGLY

1 Down: Slow-moving creature — SNAIL

2 Down: Like a groan-inducing joke — CORNY

3 Down: Co. that created the first floppy disk — IBM

4 Down: Furry variety of carpet — SHAG

5 Down: World Class Wreckin' ___, music group in which Dr. Dre got his start — CRU

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Last week's premiere of Survivor 50 was the most-watched episode of the CBS reality series in four years — and for good reason! To say the milestone season started off with a bang would be an understatement. The cast of 24 all-stars hit the beach ready to play, with some long-term rivalries squashed, while others reignited. The first vote of the season blindsided one of the show's original players, but we all got walloped at the end of the three-hour episode with a devastating medevac.

So where do we go from here? This week's episode was one marked by dual storylines of tension and cooperation. The "Billie Eilish Boomerang Idol" led to yet another cross-tribal connection, which may be the saving grace for one player. Arguments flared up both between and within tribes, leaving multiple people on the chopping block. And two players decided to mount a high-stakes idol gambit, setting up what should hopefully be an incredibly exciting Tribal Council moment down the line.

Here's our spoiler-filled recap of tonight's episode of Survivor 50, including who went home.

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Savannah Louie's five-day journey on Survivor 50 was marked with a series of unknowns. The Season 49 winner was one of the biggest X-factors of the cast, with the other players having not seen her season. As a result, she decided to come clean immediately to her tribe about her success, hoping to set up a trustworthy perception. Unfortunately, anything she was building up tumbled like a precariously stacked tower of blocks once she went on a journey.

Defeating Colby Donaldson, she won a secret "Block-a-Vote," and chose to lie to her tribe about it. But it wasn't long before they became wary of what she was saying, convinced (correctly) she had an advantage. Going back to Tribal Council, Savnnah's plans of a foursome with her Joe Hunter, Ozzy Lusth and Rick Devens blew up when Joe and Rick got into a fight. And so she went along with the plan to target Ozzy, hoping people would similarly go after his tight alliance with Cirie Fields. But, as they say, the devil you know is better than the devil you don't. Feeling Savannah was showcasing how dangerous she was with her secretive gameplay, she was taken out in a unanimous vote. And, despite her "mean girl" perception from her winning season, Savannah was in happy tears as her torch got snuffed for the first time, grateful to have come back just ten days later and showcase how vulnerable she had become from the game.

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Yes! As was speculated by some Survivor fans, there seems to be a "Billie Eilish Boomerang Idol" hidden at each tribe's camp. This time, Christian Hubicki was the one to acquire the new advantage. He decided to pick Aubry Bracco for the recipient, hoping it would create a bond between fellow superfan strategists. The fun part is, Aubry's tribe had just gone through her bag, fearful she had an idol. So, just when their worries were assuaged, their worst fears have actually come true!

Given all of the drama that went down with Benjamin "Coach" Wade snaking Ozzy for the key in the "Fight for Supplies," as well as the retelling of what happened across tribes, it was only a matter of time before a confrontation happened between the two men. That matter of time, it turned out, was the Reward Challenge. Coach set the record straight on what happened, saying, "I want everybody to know this is the same Coach you've always seen. I'm playing this game with as much dignity as possible. I've been playing this game the way I've always played it for 101 freaking days."

"Yeah, I think he is playing the way he always played it," Ozzy added. "At least the last time I played with him."

Little did Ozzy know he would be witnessing another rivalry brewing on his own beach. Throughout the episode, Rick complained about Joe's play style, saying he essentially had to "work around him." When Rick pulled Joe aside, but refused to talk to about their alliance, it sent red flags up to the fire captain. After the Immunity Challenge, the two hashed things out, and tension boiled over.

"Just to defend my game," Joe said, "which you said you never wanted to work with or can't work with—"

"You're twisting my s—t up," replied Rick, rolling his eyes. "If you don't have time for me, that's one thing."

The former newscaster's fury had him going after Joe, arguing he was impossible to play with due to his "inflexible" gameplay. For what it's worth, the two were able to get on the same page eventually to vote out Savannah. But we shall see if this argument bears out during next week's tribe swap.

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As mentioned above, Christian found the idol on his tribe's beach this episode. In the scramble before Tribal Council, he decided to reveal this to arguably his number one ally, Rick. And so the "idol hound" went full Captain Kirk, coming up with a plan equal parts dangerous and devious. Using the wrapping from Christian's idol, they would create a fake one and hide it in the Tribal Council set. That way, should they ever need to make a last-minute gambit, they could pretend they discovered something to hopefully save them from elimination.

And so, while that night's vote was far from tense, what happened next was. As Savannah walked out of the game, Rick slowly put his hand into his bag. Getting up to grab his torch, Christian staged a fall, drawing everyone's attention. It was the perfect distraction for Rick, who slipped the fake in right next to the fire pit. We shall see how — and when — either one will pull it out to cause some textbook Tribal Council fireworks.

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The Pioneer Woman star Ree Drummond's family is set to get a little bit bigger this fall, as her daughter Alex announced that she and her husband, Mauricio Scott, have another child on the way.

The couple took to Instagram on March 4 to share the big news, posing outside with their young daughter, Sofia, and their dog, George. Scott held up the ultrasound photos confirming the exciting announcement.

Alex wrote in the caption, "Here we go again!! Another little blessing coming in September 👼🤍 Thank you Lord for our growing family!" Commenting on her dog's adorably confused expression in the photos, she added, "(George is still processing the news 😂)."

Alex and Scott didn't reveal whether or not they are having a girl or a boy.

The Drummond family took to the comments to celebrate with Alex and her husband, with Ree writing, "Ree Ree is just so happy. 🥹 Love you guys!! Wheee!!!"

Alex's sisterPaige wrote, "YAYYYYY I’m so excited 🥰🥳," and "Auntie upgrade 🔥."

Fans were just as hyped up about the news, with enthusiastic responses like, "YAY!!! So so excited for you all," "Sweetest news ever," and "So excited for you guys! Time for a double stroller for those walks! 😍."

Another cheered, "Oh my goodness!!!! Best news ever!! Congratulations!! Babies are such a blessing!!"

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Sofia just celebrated her first birthday in December, with Alex sharing photos she took of her each month in the first year to mark the milestone.

Alex wrote alongside the snaps, "Still can’t believe we have a 1 year old!!! I think the hassle of doing these pics every month paid off because they’re so sweet (and kinda heartbreaking 🥺) to look back on."

"Ready for another year or growing & changing! 💕," she added. With the news of Alex's pregnancy, there will be another baby in the house when Sofia finally turns 2 years old at the end of 2026.

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Blake Shelton is trading tabloid rumors for tomato plants this year.

The singer shared a video from his Oklahoma property on Wednesday, March 4, revealing how he and wife Gwen Stefani are planning to “step it up” this year, just months after speculation about their marriage circulated online. Shelton, 49, posted the clip to Instagram with the caption: “We're doing it.. we're really doing it this year... @gwenstefani and I are stepping it up!!!!”

In the video, the country star gave fans a casual update from his land as spring approaches. “OK guys, it's Blake Shelton, coming at you from Oklahoma, getting close to springtime,” he said while showing off his tractor and garden setup.

Shelton explained that he and Stefani, 56, had already started putting in serious work preparing their vegetable beds. “So this year we decided we're gonna do some actual real professional gardening, farming type stuff out here, me and my wife,” he said. “Anyway, me and my wife, her name is Gwen, we were out here putting this plastic out yesterday just she and I, nobody else.”

While the project hasn’t exactly been easy, Shelton joked that the effort will pay off once planting season gets underway. “It sucked, it's hard work, but we're going to plant vegetables in here to keep the weeds out,” he said. “I guess we're gonna poke holes in that and put, you know, tomatoes and peppers and squash and cucumbers.”

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Shelton admitted he isn’t exactly known for loving vegetables, adding with a laugh, “I don't eat any, any vegetables in the first place, but it's fun.” What he’s especially excited about, however, is expanding one particular crop this year. “But here's what I'm really excited about,” he said. “It's gonna be my sweet corn patch this year.”

The lighthearted update comes after Shelton addressed online speculation earlier this year about his marriage to Stefani. In a January interview with Country Countdown USA, the singer said he began seeing headlines claiming the two had split.

“Starting in October, I think, or maybe November, I started noticing these articles popping up about ‘Blake and Gwen, they’re split up, they’re not even seeing each other anymore, they’re going through a divorce,’” he said, laughing at how quickly the story would switch whenever the couple was spotted together again.

For now, Shelton seems more focused on spring planting than internet rumors—and if his plan works out, the couple’s Oklahoma garden could be their biggest harvest yet.

Dolly Parton is more than just a music icon; she has built a legacy that extends far beyond the stage.

The 1999 Country Music Hall of Fame inductee helped elevate a small attraction into one of America’s premier amusement parks.

Known as Dollywood, it is a 165-acre theme park in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, which the “Jolene” hitmaker and Herschend Family Entertainment co-owns.

Originally operating as Silver Dollar City Tennessee, the theme park was once a small regional attraction, but it became a world-class destination on May 3, 1986, after it underwent rebranding, thanks to the partnership with the music icon, and later became a premier tourism hub in her home county.

Now, Dollywood has been named the number one amusement park in the United States, as cited by Tripadvisor as part of its prestigious Travelers’ Choice Awards Best of the Best.

The ranking placed the Tennessee theme park among the top attractions in the world, surpassing the iconic Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Universal Studios in Florida, mainly due to the large number of positive reviews and high ratings that Dollywood received from visitors over a 12-month period.

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Beyond the nostalgic charm of its natural woodland setting, Dollywood offers entertaining rides, from family-friendly favorites to heart-pounding roller coasters.

As mentioned by USA Today 10 BEST, it has the world’s fastest wooden roller coaster ride, the Lightning Rod. It also won Amusement Today’s Golden Ticket Award for Best New Attraction in 2016.

A fan favorite, the Dollywood Express, offers a 20-minute ride through the picturesque foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains and the Dollywood park while aboard an authentic 110-ton coal-fired steam engine.

Apart from the entertaining shows and excellent rides, the Tennessee theme park is also celebrated for its cuisine, highlighting southern comfort food.

It not only offers authentic Appalachian recipes but also includes recipes from the country star’s personal kitchen.

Some of the must-try foods are their signature items like the cinnamon bread at The Grist Mill, the 25-pound apple pie at Spotlight Bakery, the pulled pork served at Hickory House BBQ and the Big Skillet Meals at Market Square.

While Dollywood is very dear to Parton’s heart, she revealed that the reason she created it was to give back to her home region.

“I dreamed of making it in the music (industry) and, of course, if you make it in whatever your dream may be, then you're fortunate enough to be able to do so many different things,” she told Knox News in 2023, as cited by USA Today “(I hoped to) come back and build something to make my parents proud, and make the people that I grew up with, my family and my neighbors (proud)."

For Parton, it is clearly more than a theme park but also a labor of love and a tribute to her roots.

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Trader Joe's shoppers know the feeling. You're walking through the freezer aisle, not planning to buy anything new, and then something catches your eye. Suddenly, you're holding a bag of something you didn't know existed five seconds ago.

That's pretty much the story with Trader Joe's new Spicy Alfredo Fusilloni Pasta. The frozen meal combines classic Alfredo sauce with gochujang, the Korean fermented chili paste known for its sweet, savory flavor and gentle heat. It's not a combination you see every day, but somehow it just makes sense once you taste it.

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This is still very much a comfort-food pasta. The sauce blends cream, butter, and grated cheese into a rich Alfredo base most people already know and love. The gochujang adds a little extra depth and warmth without taking over the dish.

One of the biggest things people notice right away is the pasta shape. Trader Joe's uses fusilloni, which is basically giant spiral pasta. The larger noodles give the dish a heartier feel and help the sauce cling to every twist rather than slide off.

Everything comes frozen in the bag, including small blocks of sauce that melt down as the pasta heats. Once warmed, the sauce turns surprisingly creamy rather than separating into oily or watery layers like some frozen Alfredo sauces.

The word "spicy" in the name might make some people hesitate, but most shoppers say the heat level is pretty mild. It's more of a subtle kick than a full-on spicy dish.

While the pasta works on its own, it also makes an easy base for a quick meal. Adding a few extra ingredients can turn it into something more filling without much effort. Shrimp is an easy upgrade since it cooks quickly and pairs well with the creamy sauce. Chicken sausage, turkeymeatballs or sliced steak work just as well if you want something heartier.

Vegetables help balance the richness, too. Broccoli, spinach, snap peas, and roasted peppers all add color and texture while stretching the dish a bit further. A sprinkle of scallions or extra Parmesan on top can bring a little extra flavor at the end.

The nice part is that it doesn't take much effort to enjoy this freezer find. The pasta can be heated in the microwave or on the stovetop, so tossing in a handful of ingredients usually turns it into a full dinner.

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Most people online are loving this new Trader Joe's pasta. In a viral TikTok video, commenters raved about it, saying things like "so good," "it's the best thing I've ever tried," and "it's my hyperfixation meal." "Say less, buying tomorrow," states another commenter who was immediately influenced by watching the video. And fans even say that it's easy enough to make your own gochujang Alfredo sauce with the individual ingredients.

However, there are always a few who didn't find the food appetizing. "Not a popular opinion, but me and my husband hated it. The sauce tasted like Tostitos nacho cheese," stated one TikTok commenter. And then there are others who steer clear of these freezer finds for safety reasons. "There was a large recall on frozen foods from Trader Joe's, so I'm staying away," says another commenter.

Overall, though, this culinary mashup is a big hit. If you're craving pasta with a mild kick, and you prefer an easy-to-make meal, you can't pass up this freezer find. Its creamy and spicy sauce and giant noodles make for a winning combination.

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Another celebrity has been revealed on The Masked Singer.

During Ozzfest Night, the remaining contestants paid tribute to rock legend Ozzy Osbourne, but by the end of the episode, one performer had to remove their mask after a dramatic sing-off.

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After the night’s performances, Eggplant and High Voltage were revealed to be the two lowest vote-getters and forced to battle it out in a sing-off.

The pair performed “Iron Man” by Black Sabbath, leaning fully into the night’s Ozzy Osbourne theme.

When the votes were tallied, High Voltage advanced, meaning Eggplant was eliminated and unmasked.

Before the reveal, the panel locked in their final guesses.

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Jenny McCarthy Wahlberg stuck with her earlier theory that the wagon wheel clue pointed to REO Speedwagon, guessing Kevin Cronin.

Ken Jeong doubled down on Rick Springfield, noting the guitar clues and his role as a doctor on General Hospital.

Rita Ora admitted she was completely unsure and threw out a surprise guess: Nathan Lane.

Robin Thicke returned to a clue from earlier in the season referencing the “We Are the World” recording and guessed Kenny Loggins.

Guest panelist Kelly Osbourne believed the rocker behind the mask might be Alice Cooper.

None of the judges got it right.

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Eggplant was revealed to be actor and singer Jack Wagner.

Wagner first rose to fame as Frisco Jones on General Hospital in the 1980s, becoming part of one of daytime television’s most beloved supercouples alongside Kristina Wagner’s Felicia.

Beyond his soap opera success, Wagner also built a music career. His 1985 single “All I Need” became a massive hit, climbing to No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and topping the Adult Contemporary chart.

He later appeared in several popular television series, including Santa Barbara, The Bold and the Beautiful and Melrose Place, and more recently has starred as Bill Avery on the Hallmark Channel series When Calls the Heart.

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The competition continues next week with Care Bears Night, when the colorful characters make a special appearance and contestants will “sing their hearts out and share some of their feelings,” according to the episode description.

It’s still unclear which contestants will perform next. So far, the original premiere group—Cat Witch, Galaxy Girl, High Voltage, Pugcasso and Stingray—have each performed three times, while the wild cards 14 Karat Carrot, Crane and Pangolin have only performed twice.

That could mean the wild cards return to the stage to even things out, or the show may circle back to contestants who haven’t performed in several weeks.

Either way, another celebrity will soon be forced to reveal their identity.

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The Masked Singer airs Wednesdays at 8 p.m. ET/PT on FOX. Episodes will also be available to stream the next day on Hulu.

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Rolling Stone ranked the best R&B songs of the 21st century, and a 2004 Ushertrack received the No. 1 spot.

The music magazine previously released a list of the Top 100 Greatest R&B Songs of the 21st century, featuring megastars like Beyoncé, D'Angelo, Mary J. Blige, Alicia Keys, Brandy, Mariah Carey and more, but it was Usher's "Confessions Part II" that topped the list.

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"Confessions Part II" was released as part of Usher's 2004 Confessions album, which sold more than 10 million copies.

Rolling Stone placed the song at No. 1 on the list, claiming the track "set a new standard for 21st-century R&B thanks to its "emotional depth," "vivid narrative" and Usher's "convincing vocal performance."

But fans had mixed reactions to "Confessions Part II" being on top, with several R&B fans saying they "weren't mad" about the ranking.

"Can't think of too many songs that had the world in a chokehold like ["Confessions Part II" did back in '04," one Instagram user commented.

"Can't even argue," another user chimed in, while someone else said they "100000000% agree" with the song's place on the list.

Others, however, weren't in agreement with Rolling Stone's ranking, with one user saying, the Usher track is "up there but not the best."

"That album was 🔥, but Confessions wasn't even the best song on the album," someone else protested.

Usher was also named again on the list at No. 25 with "U Don't Have to Call" from his 2001 album 8701.

Behind Usher at No. 1 with "Confessions Part II," Rolling Stone's Top 10 Greatest R&B Songs of the 21st Century include:

2. D’Angelo – Untitled (How Does It Feel)

3. Beyoncé – Dangerously in Love

4. Mary J. Blige – Be Without You

5. Mariah Carey – We Belong Together

6. Frank Ocean – Thinkin Bout You

7. Alicia Keys – Fallin’

8. John Legend – Ordinary People

9. Erykah Badu – Bag Lady (Radio Edit)

10. Brandy – Full Moon

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Michael J. Fox had a proud dad moment to share with fans this week—and he did it with a rare red carpet photo featuring his eldest son.

On Wednesday, March 4, the Back to the Future star took to Instagram to post a snapshot from the 2026 Screen Actors Guild Awards, which took place Sunday, where he attended alongside Sam, 36. 

In the photo, Michael and Sam posed together on the red carpet, both smiling as they enjoyed the big night together. The beloved actor kept the caption simple but heartfelt, writing: “sam fox- Helluva guy...and such a good sport.”

The post came just a few days after Michael made a memorable—and unexpected—emotional speech during the ceremony itself. The beloved actor helped open the SAG Awards with a surprise appearance that quickly earned applause from the crowd. Before hostKristen Bell took the stage, Michael shared a personal story about how his acting career ultimately led him to meeting his wife, Tracy Pollan.

“Before I left school, and moved from Canada to LA to try and make it as an actor, a teacher of mine told me, ‘Fox, you’re not going to be cute forever,’” he joked. “I didn’t know what to say to that so I said, ‘Well maybe just long enough sir.’”

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The 5-time Emmy Award winner then reflected on landing his role on Family Ties, which introduced him to Pollan, who played his girlfriend on the show.

“After a few years of dumpster diving I ended up on Family Ties where I received the biggest gift of my career, my wife Tracy Pollan, who played Ellen, my girlfriend, and she gave me four gifts, our kids Skyler, Aquinnah, Esmé, and Sam,” he said. “Sometimes I like to remind them if it wasn’t for acting they wouldn’t be here.”

Michael and Pollan married in 1988 and welcomed Sam on May 30, 1989. Sam is the couple’s only son and has followed a creative path of his own in the entertainment world. Over the years, he has worked behind the scenes producing projects such as Ben Barnes’ “11:11” music video, the short film Good Grief, and the documentary Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie, which focuses on his father’s life and career.

Fans have also long noticed that Sam bears a striking resemblance to his famous dad, something Michael has jokingly acknowledged in past birthday tributes.

While no band or musical artist sets out to be a one-hit wonder, there are worse things to be. After all, it's better to be known for one super-successful song than no songs at all, right?

Not only was "My Sharona" the Knack's debut single, it was also their biggest (and only) hit. When the catchy tune debuted in 1979, it peaked at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and stayed there for five weeks, an achievement that made it the longest running rock single of the '70s.

Plus, at the time, was Capitol Records' fastest-selling single since The Beatles' "I Want to Hold Your Hand," and it's sold over 10 million copies since, according to Loudwire. Not bad for a song that apparently only took 15 minutes to write.

As American Songwriter reported, frontman Doug Fieger claimed to have written "My Sharona" in just 15 minutes...and it only took 15 minutes to mix, too.

So what got Fieger so fired up that he was able to pen a hit song in just a matter of minutes? Well, the lyrics pretty much tell the story: "Never gonna stop, give it up, such a dirty mind / I always get it up for the touch of the younger kind."

According to the BBC, Fieger had a habit of writing "nasty songs about girls I know."

Fieger was 27 when he met Sharona Alperin, a 16-year-old student at Los Angeles's Fairfax High (interestingly enough, Fieger was introduced to Alperin by his then-girlfriend). "She had an overpowering scent," Alperin said in 1994, adding, "and it drove me crazy."

Alperin posed for the photo on the "My Sharona" sleeve, after which the Knack went on tour. Fieger took the opportunity to send Alperin a ticket to join him on tour in Hawaii, and the couple stayed together for "a long time after that" with Fieger writing "a lot of songs" about his younger girlfriend (no other hits, apparently).

While music critics weren't super impressed with "My Sharona," it did earn the Knack a permanent place in pop culture...even Weird AlYankovic turned the song into a major hit with his parody "My Bologna."

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Spring cleaning season is almost here, so there’s no better time to invest in smart storage. A well-designed sideboard cabinet can instantly make a space feel more organized while adding warmth and style. It’s one of those pieces that works in nearly any room, helping you hide clutter without sacrificing aesthetics.

One especially great deal right now is the Arkantos Rattan Sideboard Cabinet. It’s currently up to 52% off at Walmart, dropping the price from $210 to just $100. For such a simple yet impactful home upgrade, saving over $100 feels like a win.

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This sideboard measures 31.4 inches wide, 13.7 inches deep, and 32.7 inches tall, making it compact but functional. The top supports up to 110 pounds, and each interior shelf holds up to 22 pounds. It’s crafted from medium-density fiberboard with thick 1.4-inch boards for added durability, and it comes with clear step-by-step instructions for straightforward assembly.

Design-wise, it blends natural textures with clean lines. It’s available in light oak, natural oak, and classic walnut, so you can choose what fits your space best. The rattan-style doors give it that airy, boho-inspired feel, while the square silhouette and integrated finger-pull handles keep it looking mid-century-modern and minimalist. One reviewer called it a “very beautiful piece,” adding that it’s “not hard to put together” and that the “quality is very good.”

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It’s also incredibly versatile. Use it as a kitchen sideboard, dining-room buffet, entryway organizer, or living-room accent cabinet. It even works as a compact TV stand in smaller spaces. If you need more storage, it’s available in sets of two or three to line up side-by-side. One shopper who purchased three for their dining room described them as “gorgeous, durable, and affordable,” adding, “They fit my air fryer, instant pot, crock pot, and lots of other miscellaneous items that I don't want crowding my kitchen cabinets.”

No matter where you place it, the storage flexibility stands out. The interior shelf features a three-level adjustable height, so you can easily customize it for taller kitchen appliances, stacks of linens, or craft supplies. It keeps everything tucked away but still within reach.

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If you’re looking for a storage piece that feels both stylish and practical, the Arkantos Rattan Sideboard Cabinet is a smart choice. With Walmart’s current 52% discount, you can bring this versatile cabinet home for just $100 and enjoy a clutter-free space without overspending.

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Jojo Siwa, who many people know as a dancer and singer, had a major reason to celebrate on March 4, as she revealed that someone new officially joined the Siwa family.

The 22-year-old shared a bunch of photos in the exciting new post as she marked the special milestone, starting with a snap of her posing in a stunning, sparkling silver dress with a low back.

She declared in the caption, "And just like that, there’s another Siwa added to the family🤍. Congratulations to my brother @jaydensiwa and @abbie_siwa on the most perfect wedding 💍✨."

More photos gave fans an inside look at the happy celebration, with the second image showing Jojo and her brother Jayden posing together at the wedding. For the big event, Jayden wore a peach-colored suit with a dark tie.

Jojo also included a snap with their parents and photos with the bride, Abbie, as well as pictures with her boyfriend, Chris Hughes. There were a couple of snaps of Jojo and her brother with cake on their faces as well from the fun party after the ceremony.

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Fans loved the photos and celebrated the exciting news with Jojo, with one writing, "Congratulations!!! 🫶🏼✨ a moment for YOU in that DRESS tho."

Other happy comments included, "Such a beautiful family! Congratulations," and "Ahhh!!! Congratulations!!!! I'm so incredibly happy for you & your family!!! You look Gorgeous!!"

A lot of Jojo's fans also couldn't help but gush over how great she looked in the photos, writing things like, "You are UNREALLLLL," "The dress is everything!!!" and "JOJO! This is the best look I’ve seen you in ❤️🔥."

Others wondered if Jojo might be the next one in the family to walk down the aisle. The Dance Moms star started dating Hughes last year after they starred on Celebrity Big Brother UK together. The two have been very lovey-dovey since debuting their romance, and they will soon celebrate their first anniversary as a couple.

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