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Are you the type of person who saves countless cooking TikTok videos and Instagram Reels in the hopes of making them at home one day? Now think honestly: how often are you actually making those recipes? 

For most home cooks, the issue isn’t the lack of enthusiasm or willingness to try new things, but rather the lift involved in watching the video, figuring out the ingredient list, then following along with all of the steps. Sure, you can watch the same video countless times while making the meal, but unless the creator put everything in the caption, it’s a less-than-ideal process. HelloFresh, which consumers know best as a meal kit delivery system, has just added an AI tool to its app that aims to simplify that process. 

Related: HelloFresh Launches First-of-Its-Kind Meal Kit Nationwide

The Cookbook feature, which is built into the HelloFresh app and is free for all users, not just subscribers, uses AI to turn any video from TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, or external websites into structured recipes. It then gives an organized ingredient list and step-by-step instructions in the HelloFresh style, allowing users to turn those inspirational videos into easy-to-follow recipes. It also takes things one step further, turning photos of recipe cards, magazine clippings, and family notebooks into the same format. 

HelloFresh is also flipping things around, allowing creators to make their own profile pages where they can publish original recipes on the app. From there, those recipes could appear on the HelloFresh Discover feed, where users will see recipes that are in line with their individual preferences. 

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“HelloFresh has become the world’s most trusted home-cooking platform – delivering fresh ingredients, expertly crafted recipes, and the confidence to cook well, week after week,” said Assaf Ronen, Group President & Board Member, HelloFresh SE, in a statement. “Almost 15 years of delivering millions of meals has given us the world’s largest proprietary recipe database and unparalleled insight into what people genuinely love to cook and eat. That foundation is what makes the Cookbook uniquely powerful – a natural extension of our meal kit service, and the basis for our vision of one seamless platform, from the first scroll of inspiration to the moment you plate your meal.”

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We all know that licensing contracts come to an end, but some of those endings are bigger than others. That’s the case for Netflix, as its contract to stream Seinfeld comes to an end in 2026.

What’s On Netflix confirmed that the streaming giant will lose all nine seasons of one of NBC’s biggest comedies to date on October 1, 2026. It’s been a staple for the last five years, after Netflix secured the licensing deal by spending more than $500 million on it in 2019. The loss is set to be the biggest one of the year, which includes the losses of Fear the Walking Dead and Gossip Girl.

‘Seinfeld’ Is About to Enter a Bidding War

Netflix may be able to extend if it is willing to spend big bucks once more. However, this is a show that’s sure to enter a bidding war, as Sony still holds all the rights to it. Considering the longevity of the success, it’s likely that Prime Video, Peacock, and even HBO Max will want to get their hands on this gold mine.

It’s surprising that a deal hasn’t been set out already. After all, Netflix made its original deal back in 2019. It wasn’t until October 2021 that the episodes arrived on the streamer. With a two-year wait, one would have thought a streaming service would have made an offer back in 2024.

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That being said, the viewership numbers have declined year on year. What’s On Netflix got the numbers for the individual seasons between 2023 and 2025 to see just how much the numbers have dropped, but they’re still strong to justify spending money to keep the show on the platform.

‘The Show About Nothing’ Is Considered One of the Best Shows Ever

Despite being nicknamed “the show about nothing,” Seinfeld has remained popular long after it ended its run on NBC. While many other shows opted for life-changing moments and dramatic relationships, Jerry Seinfeldand Larry David wanted a series that focused more on the mundane elements of life, and that’s something that quickly drew fans in.

On top of that, Jerry, Kramer, George, and Elaine were some of the most unlikable characters on the series. They had a lot of growth potential, but they were deeply flawed in a way that spoke to the modern audience. With realism mixed into the comedy, viewers could see themselves and the lessons they could learn in life, creating one of the best shows ever.

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Hard as it might be to believe, rock and roll wasn't always the beloved musical genre known throughout the world today.

In fact, on this exact date 70 years ago, the first of many official bans of the rock music came to fruition, illustrating the music genre's initially controversial nature back in the mid 1950s.

According to History.com, the country's first ban on rock music came about on June 3, 1956 in Santa Cruz, California. The ban specifically applied to any musical rock gatherings, which were viewed at the time as “detrimental to both the health and morals of our youth and community.”

The first of many bans against rock music initially came as a direct result of a dance party that took place at the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium in the Golden State. At the time, over 200 teenagers attended the Saturday night event, which featured the rock music of Los Angeles band Chuck Higgins and his Orchestra.

When Santa Cruz's police department checked on the event sometime after midnight, police Lieutenant Richard Overton said they found a crowd of teens “engaged in suggestive, stimulating and tantalizing motions induced by the provocative rhythms."

In response, Overton promptly shut down the dance, forcing the teens to go home and Chuck Higgins and his Orchestra to pack up for the night. Following the event, the city of Santa Cruz issue a formal ban on "Rock-and-roll and other forms of frenzied music": the first of its kind in the country.

In the weeks that followed, Asbury Park, New Jersey and San Antonio, Texas promptly followed suit, leading to renewed controversy over the burgeoning popularity surrounding rock music.

As it happened, the ban did little to prevent the genre from reaching its peak throughout the remainder of the decade, with rock and roll soon becoming a cornerstone of the music industry by the end of the 1950s.

Mickey Rourke has recently been more active in Hollywood, with an Instagram post seemingly implying regret over his past marriage to Carré Otis. The two actors got married in 1992 and divorced in 1998, with Otis having previously spoken about alleged abuse during the relationship.

On Tuesday, Rourke reposted a black-and-white reel on Instagram of him and Otis in the first film they ever starred in together, Wild Orchid from 1998. Comments were disabled on the post, with the actor having added Phil Collins's "In the Air Tonight" over the clip.

"Wrong girlb not her fault all my mistake I was a fool fit so many yrs not her fault at all I just made a blind terrible mistake big regret not of it her fault all my blame," wrote Rourke in the caption, alongside a series of butterflyemojis.

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Rourke met Otis during the audition process for Wild Orchid, with her being an up-and-coming model and him having already developed a "bad boy" reputation in Hollywood. The two started dating off-screen and married in late June of 1991. During that time, they also starred in another movie together, Exit in Red.

Their relationship was described by the press as being passionate but volatile when, in 1994, Rourke was arrested on suspicion of spousal abuse. The two were already estranged by then when reports claimed that Rourke had allegedly slapped Otis, knocking her down and kicking her during an incident at their publicist's office.

Rourke was charged with one misdemeanor count of spousal battery, but the charges were later dropped. The two divorced in 1998, with her book Beauty, Disrupted: A Memoir also detailing the alleged physical and mental abuse during the marriage.

Otis called her decision to stay with Rourke during the abuse "textbook behavior," as "We were both from really dysfunctional backgrounds and we both had the perfect ground to feed that dysfunction because we didn't have tools, and I was a kid! I was a young person and obviously greatly influenced by one of America's greatest actors at that moment."

Since their divorce, Otis married chemical engineer Matthew Sutton and had two children. Rourke made headlines earlier this year when facing eviction due to owing back rent. His most recent role was in a film titled Bring the Law.

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Working after retirement may be necessary to supplement your income or may be a way to help keep you active and social. Whatever the reason is for picking up a side job after 65, there’s likely one that will resonate with you.

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Finding Something Worthwhile

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, nearly 1 in 5 people aged 65+ are either working or looking for work. What you choose to do may align with your previous career or you may want to try something completely new.

If you’re going to work after your retirement, finding worthwhile employment should be at the top of your list. If you want to stay in your field, you can continue pursuing your passion in a different way. If you’re trying something new, you may be fulfilling a lifelong dream. It’s good to find a sense of purpose and even better if it gives you some extra cash along the way.

Side Jobs To Consider

According to Shopify, you could be earning $18 an hour starting out, depending on what you choose. Some jobs, like consulting, will be more while others, like a delivery driver, will be lower. Here are some ideas to consider:

• Consulting in your field - Lend your years of expertise to a new generation. You can consult as a freelancer, or you could sign on with a company looking for guidance. 
• Virtual assistant work - Sites like Upwork can help you find remote virtual assistant positions that you can do from anywhere. 
• Reselling Vintage Items - If you like scouring estate sales, thrift shops, and yard sales you could flip vintage items for a high price on online markets like eBay, Etsy, or Ruby Lane.
• House or Pet Sitter - There are websites that promote home-sharing or travel for cheap if you decide to house- or pet-sit. You can also stay in your own neighborhood and support people vacationing and needing a trusted sitter.
• Craftsperson - If you have a penchant for woodworking or jewelry making, you could become a craftsperson who sells at local markets or online. 
• Delivery driver - Anyone wanting complete control over when and where they work may want to try delivering groceries, takeout, or even medical supplies to pick up extra cash any day of the week.

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Make It Work

If you are returning to work, there are many things to consider. Will this be something you’ll enjoy? Does it fit your needs? Is the schedule realistic? Having a successful side job means it fits your lifestyle. 

Returning to the workforce can be rewarding. If you’re going to spend your retirement with a side job, make sure it’s something that brings you fulfillment.

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice.

In 1974, Elton John scored one of the biggest rock hits of his career with "The Bitch Is Back."

Now, more than five decades later, the song has reached a Billboard chart it had never appeared on before.

For the chart ending the week of June 6, "The Bitch Is Back" debuts at No. 5 on Billboard's Rock Digital Song Sales chart, giving John his 10th career entry on the ranking and his sixth top 10 hit there.

The achievement is particularly notable because "The Bitch Is Back" was already a massive hit during its original run. Released as the second single from John's 1974 album Caribou, the song reached No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 and became one of the defining rock singles of his classic 1970s period.

Written by longtime collaborator Bernie Taupin, the song's title reportedly originated from Taupin's then-wife, Maxine Feibelman, who would jokingly say, "The bitch is back" whenever John was in a bad mood. Taupin turned the phrase into a swaggering rock anthem that John later described as "kind of my theme song."

The track quickly became one of the singer's signature recordings, though its provocative title generated controversy at the time. Several radio stations refused to play the song because of the word "bitch," despite its growing popularity with listeners. John later joked, "Some radio stations in America are more puritanical than others."

Over the years, "The Bitch Is Back" has remained a staple of John's catalog. The song has been covered by artists including Tina Turner and Rihanna, appeared in films and television shows, and was featured prominently in the 2019 biopic Rocketman, where it was performed by Taron Egerton.

Despite that enduring popularity, the track had never appeared on Billboard's Rock Digital Song Sales chart until now.

The new top-five debut adds another chapter to the song's long chart history and further demonstrates the lasting appeal of John's catalog decades after its original release.

According to Billboard's chart archives, the debut gives John 10 career entries on the Rock Digital Song Sales ranking. Among his previous hits on the chart are "Rocket Man," "Tiny Dancer," "Bennie and the Jets," "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" and "Who Believes in Angels?" with Brandi Carlile.

More than 50 years after it first became a hit, "The Bitch Is Back" is still finding new ways to make Billboard chart history.

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Jennifer Lopez is getting loud about her kids' academic achievements!

The Office Romance star, 56, revealed that as 18-year-old twins Max and Emme prepare to head off to college this fall, they both got into every college to which they applied—and even earned some scholarships along the way.

"I am so proud that they set goals for themselves," Lopez said in a new interview with Extra when asked about her twins, whom she shares with ex-husband Marc Anthony, 57. "They all got into all five colleges that they applied to. They both got a scholarship to each, you know, one scholarship to each. Each one got a scholarship to a school. And I just felt like they work so hard. "

"I watched how hard they worked, from the time they were like… when school gets serious in the fifth grade, and they just worked hard," she continued. "They have ADHD, and so they need to learn differently, and there were struggles and times, and I'm just so proud of them because they did what they said they were going to do, and they're good people."

Praising her children as "loving, good-hearted people," Lopez revealed that she's impressed upon them the importance of balancing academic performance with life lessons.

"I always say to them, 'What do I say?' And they say, 'Doesn't matter if we get good grades so long as we're good people,'" the Grammy winner shared. "And I was like, 'That's right.' And they still sometimes will quote that back to me. So I’m very proud of both of them."

Lopez previously spoke about her twins' college journey during her May 27 appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, admitting that she had been "crying for two months" as they prepare to leave the nest. "I want them to be happy, go where they want to go, and do what they want to do," she added.

Today, the New York Times Magazine published its "100 Greatest Living American Songwriters" list, which was decided by the readers of the magazine through community polling.

Some star studded names included Paul Simon,Bruce Springsteen, Taylor Swift, and Willie Nelson rounded out the top ten, but beating them all was my personal favorite musician Bob Dylan.

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The list is the result of 25,000 user submitted ballots, with the picks averaged into the list you see here. Even with the multitude of incredibly popular and celebrated artists, Dylan was the runaway favorite, with a third of all submitted ballots including him, including synonyms and alter egos, as the list revealed.

Dylan was also a heavily featured member of the NYT Critic's list, which featured an unranked collection of 30 iconic songwriters. Jody Rosen of the NYT writes about Dylan that "he’s written blues and torch ballads; he’s thundered prophesies and told absurdist tall tales. His diss tracks are more vicious than any battle rapper’s, his love songs as heart-wrenching as any you’ve heard. He’s treated historical catastrophes as slapstick. He depicted his marital breakup as a climatological event, capable of shooting a hurricane-force “idiot wind” across the American continent, “from the Grand Coulee Dam to the Capitol.” 

I find myself in huge agreement with this pick from my incredibly biased position. Regardless of taste, in my opinion Dylan as a figure is maybe the greatest symbol of America we've ever seen in art. He's encompassing of all the good and all the bad this country has to offer, whether he's embodying a grass roots blue collar folk singer, an iconoclastic revolutionary, a bible thumping evangelist, or a mystical old record keeper. His music has reflected and represented all parts of America. This country has produced some exceptional songwriters, but none of them are as emblematic of America as Bob Dylan.

Fans battled out in the comments of the post, debating who they think should be topping the list, and who shouldn't.

"Stevie Wonder not making the top 5 is CRAZY!!"

"Carole King’s activism for the environment may be the only thing that exceeds her capacity as a song writer. True global citizen."

"Dislike for some of the artists aside, Bob Dylan being number 1 is a fact."

Many many more opinions lined the comments, all extremely passionate. It shows the strength of songwriting on display that there is such a personal attachment to the art these musicians have created.

Related: One of Bob Dylan's Greatest Musical Stories is Ranked Among His Most Overlooked Songs

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The fun thing about home upgrades is getting the opportunity to add a splash of personality to your space. And while the idea of spending loads of money on adding new items to your home can feel a bit overwhelming, there's actually a world of affordable solutions to choose from if you know where to look.

Take Hobby Lobby, for example. The popular arts-and-crafts chain is chock-full of a wide range of home decor pieces, the majority of which are reasonably priced and oozing natural charm. One of our favorite new finds? A boho-chic Woven Fringed Rug that retails for just $7.79, backed by an undeniably cozy ambience with a handcrafted design that only elevates the room around it.

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Woven Fringed Rug, $7.79 at Hobby Lobby

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Normally priced at $12.99 but currently sporting an attractive 40 percent discount, Hobby Lobby's Woven Fringed Rug is just the kind of find that makes it hard to leave the store empty-handed. And with Dark Olive and Sage color options to choose from, there's even more opportunity to upgrade your home without breaking the bank.

Constructed of 50 percent cotton, 30 percent polyester and 20 percent rayon, this stylish boho rug is meticulously handcrafted to add a touch of warmth and comfort to any space. And with a soft-colored fabric that feels nice underfoot and fringed edges that add a unique finishing touch, each color serves its purpose wonderfully whether you place it in your living room, bedroom, entryway or kitchen.

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Online, reviews are just starting to come in, with an average rating of nearly 5 stars and one person praising it for doubling as stylish table decor.

"This is a very nice rug," the reviewer wrote. "I used it on my kitchen table and I loved it so much I bought a second one for my coffee table! It's well made, and I love the soft green color and the fact that it is cotton."

As for the rug's overall dimensions, both colors measure 24 inches wide by 36 inches long, making them the perfect size for a compact accent in any room without overpowering the space. Even better, you can keep it clean by handwashing with cold water and hang-drying, helping ensure long-term use while avoiding tears, fraying or excessive wear over time.

If you're ready to embrace the beauty of artisanal craftsmanship with a timeless accent rug, don't let this stylish Hobby Lobby find pass you by. And if you really like what you're seeing, be sure to check out Hobby Lobby's geometric solar step lights and this gorgeous acacia wood cutting board as well.

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On June 3, 2001, Disney's animated movie Atlantis: The Lost Empire was released, and the official Disney Store's 25th anniversary merchandise for the movie is finally giving the flick the love and attention it deserves.

As shown on Disney Store's official Instagram account, a brand-new Atlantis 25th anniversary Spirit Jersey just dropped. The dark blue shirt features gold lettering, glow-in-the-dark elements and depictions of some of the best characters in the movie, including leading lovers Milo and Princess Kida.

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Although Atlantis never proved as popular as other Disney movies, including the many Disney Princess films of the 80s, 90s and early 00s, it is an excellent movie, and the comments under Disney Store's post seem to agree. One commenter writes, "The most underrated movie❤️," and another echoes, "Maybe the most underrated Disney movie 😍."

Yet another comment reads, "My fav underrated film! 👏." Amid the celebrations of the new shirt are demands for additional Atlantis products, though, with one comment saying, "We need dolls ! At least a kida doll" and another similarly stating, "GIVE US A KIDA DOLL NOT A SHIRT PLEASEEEEE‼️‼️‼️‼️."

Atlantis, as the title suggests, centers on the mythical lost city of Atlantis. The story sees a band of (mostly) unlikely heroes on a quest to discover the city, only to realize that there is something much darker afoot. Those who love the movie praise it for its performances, storyline and visuals.

Somewhat surprisingly, Atlantis has another 2026 update beyond this anniversary merch, although it's not the on-screen return of the characters that many fans are hoping for. Rather, Atlantis is getting a sequel graphic novel, Atlantis: The Lost Empire Vol. 1 – The Curse of Kurok, which will be released on October 13 of this year.

As fans await that sequel, the Atlantis 25th anniversary Spirit Jersey can be purchased through the Disney Store website for $84.99.

The FCC is putting daytime and late-night talk shows on notice.

New guidance from the Federal Communications Commission warns that programs such as The View and late-night talk shows may not automatically qualify for an exemption from equal-time rules when they interview political candidates.

According to Variety, the FCC's Media Bureau issued a notice saying that previous decisions involving programs such as The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon should not be interpreted as blanket protection for all current daytime and late-night shows.

The equal-time rule requires broadcast stations that give airtime to one legally qualified political candidate to offer comparable airtime to opposing candidates for the same office. There are exemptions for bona fide newscasts, news interviews, documentaries, and on-the-spot news events.

But the FCC said that it has "not been presented with any evidence" that the interview portion of any current late-night or daytime talk show would qualify for the bona fide news exemption.

Why the FCC Warning Matters for Shows Like 'The View'

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The guidance could matter for shows that regularly mix entertainment, political commentary, and interviews with candidates or public officials.

The View has long featured political guests and campaign-season conversations, while late-night shows often interview elected officials, candidates, and political commentators. Until now, those programs have often been treated as interview or news-adjacent programming when political candidates appear.

The FCC's new guidance suggests that stations and networks should not assume that every daytime or late-night interview segment is automatically exempt. Instead, the agency said any program or station seeking formal assurance can file a petition for a declaratory ruling.

That does not mean shows like The View or late-night programs are banned from interviewing candidates. It means broadcasters may need to consider whether those appearances trigger equal-time obligations.

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What Is the Equal-Time Rule?

The equal-time rule is part of federal broadcast law and applies to legally qualified political candidates on broadcast radio and television.

In simple terms, if a broadcast station gives one candidate airtime, opposing candidates in the same race may be entitled to request comparable time. The rule is meant to prevent broadcasters from using the public airwaves to favor one candidate over another.

There are important exceptions. News programs, bona fide news interviews, documentaries and coverage of live news events are generally exempt.

The current debate is whether daytime and late-night talk shows should continue to fit under those protections when their interviews blend politics, entertainment and opinion. The agency told broadcasters to seek formal guidance if they want certainty.

The FCC Has Already Scrutinized 'The View'

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The warning also comes after FCC Chairman Brendan Carr confirmed earlier this year that the commission had started enforcement proceedings involving ABC's The View over alleged equal-time issues.

According to Variety, Carr said the agency was looking at whether The View still qualifies as a bona fide news interview program under the equal-time rules.

ABC has pushed back on the FCC's approach. According to Decider, the network argued in a legal filing that the agency's actions threaten free speech and could upend decades of settled broadcast law involving shows like The View.

The issue has also reached late-night talk shows. CBS reportedly faced questions about whether airing political candidate interviews on late-night programming could trigger equal-time obligations, and Stephen Colbert publicly criticized CBS after an interview with Texas Democrat James Talarico did not air in the usual broadcast format.

Related: Stephen Colbert's Best-Ever 'Late Show' Interviews Are Why We'll Miss Him So Much

What This Could Mean for Talk Shows

For viewers, the immediate impact may not be obvious. Shows like The View, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, and other daytime or late-night programs can still discuss politics and interview political figures.

The potential change is more behind the scenes. Networks may become more cautious about booking candidates during election cycles, move certain interviews to digital platforms, or seek FCC guidance before airing candidate interviews on broadcast television.

That could matter because many daytime and late-night shows have become major political stages. A candidate's appearance on The View or a late-night show can reach viewers who may not watch cable news or Sunday morning political programs.

For now, the FCC's warning is not a ban or a new law. But it is a signal that regulators are looking more closely at whether entertainment talk shows should receive the same protections as traditional news programs when political candidates appear.

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In 1978, one of Judy Blume’s most controversial books was made into a TV movie. Forever, Blume’s famous 1975 young adult novel about teen sexuality, was adapted for a CBSFriday night movie.

The trailer teased: “It was a time to live and a time to love. The first love. And they thought it would be forever. 

Starring Stephanie Zimbalist and future Little House on the Prairie heartthrob Dean Butler (Almanzo Wilder on the beloved series) in his first starring role, the made-for-TV movie aired on Jan. 6, 1978, on CBS.

Forever featured an impressive soundtrack. According to IMDb, the songs licensed for the TV movie included “I Love How You Love Me“ by The Paris Sisters, “Right Time Of The Night” by Jennifer Warnes, and most impressively, “Dreams” by Fleetwood Mac, the 1977 No. 1 hit song from the band’s iconic Rumours album.

Blume gave her approval of the movie. She once told January magazine, “Forever was made into a TV movie in 1976. Stephanie Zimbalist's first starring role. Music was all the Eagles and Fleetwood Mac.”

“I was totally pleased with it,” the legendary author added. “I didn't know any better. I thought it was great. They had a good director. They had a producer who really, really cared. And they had an executive producer who fought the network to be able to make it true to the book.”

In 1978, Blume talked to The New York Times about the sale of her book to television and admitted that she worried that other writers would get the idea that teen sex sells.

“I don't believe that sex is why kids like my books,” she said. “I can't entirely explain why they do, myself. I know I'm no great literary figure. But it has something to do with my feeling about kids. I identify very strongly. I'd probably be a much more successful parent if I didn't. Very often, I find the kids’ side does make more sense.”

Blume also shared that she decided to write Forever’s love story of teens Katherine and Michael, who planned to stay together forever, when her daughter Randy turned 13.

“There's always been this category of books around I think of as ‘pregnant books,’ about girls who get involved with sex and get into trouble,” she explained. “They only do it because they're disturbed and their home lives are bad. There's always a punishment, and it's always the girl who gets it.”

Despite Blume’s intent to show a loving side of teen sexuality, Forever was banned from many libraries in the late 1970s due to its explicit sexual content, and it's still banned from some today.

Blume once told NPR that having her books banned early in her career was a “very emotional” experience but that it never deterred her. “I was a new-ish, young-ish writer, and it was hard to take, but it never stopped me from writing,” she said.

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He may have been absent from The New York Times recent controversial list of the 30 Greatest Living American Songwriters, but Billy Joel is getting his due with a unique collaboration released to coincide with the New York Knicks first appearance in the NBA Finals in nearly three decades.

The New York State of Mind collection, by lifestyle brand Sportiqe, spotlights the title of one of Joel’s most beloved songs by featuring it on the Drake hoodie and Duke t-shirt with orange puff-ink script and a screen-printed Knicks logo. The collab was made possible through Joel’s partnership with merchandise and lifestyle company Bravado.

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The gear is available at the Sportiqe shop-in-shop inside NBA Store NYC and on Sportiqe.com.

“I started taking piano lessons when I was 8 years old because I loved Billy Joel – the first song I ever learned to play was one of his songs,” said Jason Franklin, co-founder of Sportiqe, in a statement. “Thirty-six years later, it’s incredibly meaningful to launch this collaboration during the Knicks’ long-awaited return to the Finals. Billy Joel didn’t just describe New York – he became part of its identity. Great sports apparel lasts beyond the moment itself, and years from now, I hope these pieces still remind fans of where they were, who they were with, and what this historic run felt like.” 

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Franklin’s hope that the new line of gear provides lasting memories seems appropriate since the 1976 nostalgia-drenched song that inspired the line has become a timeless New York anthem.

The History of 'New York State of Mind'

The song is featured on Joel’s fourth album, Turnstiles, which marked his return to New York after a stint in Los Angeles, where he recorded his second and third efforts, 1973’s Piano Manand 1974’s Streetlife Serenade.

“‘New York State of Mind,’ I wrote actually while I was on a Greyhound bus on my way back from a gig somewhere,” Joel said during an interview on SiriusXM in 2016, per the New York Post. “And I was really homesick for New York, and the words started coming to me on the bus, and the melody.”

Although the song wasn’t released as a single, it’s become one of the favorites of Joel’s live set and it’s among his most covered compositions. It also inspired the 2009 Jay-Z-Alicia Keys No. 1 hit "Empire State of Mind."

Joel famously performed "New York State of Mind" at the Concert for New York City in October 2001 in honor of the first responders and others killed during the September 11 attacks that year. He also performed the song at the America: A Tribute to Heroes telethon, held on Sept. 21, 2001, just 10 days after the 9/11 terrorist attacks.

“We did it as blues, rather than doing it as a standard. We played it kind of downbeat and soft and slow, almost like an elegy,” he told Newsday in 2015. “It was difficult to get through.”

Joel, 77, has kept a low profile since he canceled his tour last year and revealed he has been diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus, a condition that disrupts brain function due to a fluid build up in and around the brain.

The New York Knicks face the San Antonio Spurs in Game 1 of the NBA Finals on Wednesday at 8:30 p.m. ET from Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas.

Jay-Z showed up in full force on Saturday night. After six years away from the solo concert stage, the rapper born Shawn Carter returned to Philadelphia for the Roots Picnic and immediately reminded everyone why people missed him.

The 56-year-old broke his concert silence at Roots Picnic in Philadelphia with a four-minute freestyle that took apparent aim at Kanye West, Drake, Nicki Minaj, Dame Dash, and singer Jaguar Wright. He opened his set at the Belmont Plateau alongside The Roots, backed by the legendary house band.

The freestyle came just minutes into the performance. Performing a cappella, Jay-Z appeared to fire back at Drake over his Icemansong 'Janice STFU,' where Drake had rapped, 'The jig is up.' Jay-Z's response: 'The jig is up / We got up 10 / Wrong chart champ / You gotta look up again .' The crowd reaction was immediate. Social media picked it up faster.

The performance drew more than 40,000 people to day one of the annual event. Toward the end of the show, Jay-Z expressed how good it felt being back on stage and connecting with fans: 'I miss this,' he said. 'I'm not going to lie.'

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Jay-Z headlined the festival's opening night alongside The Roots, performing a 31-song career-spanning setlist packed with his numerous hits. Surprise guests includedJazmine Sullivan, Meek Mill, Beanie Sigel, Freeway, and Young Gunz, a Philadelphia reunion in a city that has always claimed him as one of its own, even though he's a Brooklyn native.

The Roots Picnic performance serves as the first major chapter of what looks like a significant year for Jay-Z. His appearance is a precursor to three highly anticipated concerts at Yankee Stadium in July, which are expected to mark the 30th anniversary of his debut album Reasonable Doubt and the 25th anniversary of The Blueprint. For fans who have watched hip-hop's ongoing generational tensions play out mostly online, Saturday night offered a live response delivered in person, in front of a crowd, by a rapper who apparently has plenty left to say.

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Breakups are never easy, and neither is dating when you're in the Hollywood spotlight. Bad Bosses actor Jason Sudeikis opens up about dating since his highly publicized breakup with actor Olivia Wilde six years ago.

In an episode of  the Friends Keep Secrets podcast, Sudeikis confirmed that he is currently single and is finding the dating scene "daunting and overwhelming." He said so in relation to no longer being at a point in his life where "it feels good or fulfilling to date numerous people all at once."

The Ted Lasso star also added that being single has its ups and downs, but isn't necessarily looking intently for someone to date. The topic of relationships also led the actor to put it into perspective as a father to two children. He admits that anyone he dates won't be at the top of the list compared to his daughters.

“Anybody I’m dating … they’re never number one on the call sheet, as the showbiz saying would go,” Sudeikis said. “The kids are.”

“Even probably more so than myself,” he continued. “Then there’s that little bit as you get older where you’re like, ‘Oh god, I got to make sure my cup’s full in order for, you know, other people to get the overflow.’”

Sudeikis's response to dating comes years after his public split from the House star. The two actors started dating in 2011 after meeting at a Saturday Night Live afterparty and got engaged in 2013. While never having gotten married, the two were together for nine years and welcomed two children in 2014 and 2016.

It was confirmed in late 2020 that Sudeikis and Wilde had split, with reports of it having been amicable. Some time later, their breakup was highly publicized due to custody and financial disputes. In 2022, Wilde was publicly served court documents regarding child custody while on stage at CinemaCon, presenting her film Don't Worry Darling. She described the incident as "viscous" with Sudeikis's reps revealing he had no idea of the time or place the papers would be served. A year later, the two reached a co-parenting and joint custody agreement

When it comes to whether Sudeikis would be a father again, he says he's open to the idea if he "fell in love" again.

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Rock project Bad Co. Legacy is staying highly active with back-to-back shows this year.

Formed as a tribute to their former band, Bad Company, lead vocalist Robert Hart and longtime guitarist Dave "Bucket" Colwell introduced a legacy act that carries on the spirit of the iconic supergroup.

The duo, Robert Hart and Dave "Bucket" Colwell, who initially joined the 1970s group in the early 1990s, are keeping their European and U.S. tour exciting with remarkable surprises.

In a post shared on social media, Musicfest Cafe, a Pennsylvania-based live music and events venue, announced a team-up with the supergroup.

The event, scheduled for Nov. 1 at 7 p.m., will highlight some of their classic hits, especially from their time with Bad Company.

Robert Hart performs live on stage during a concert at the Max-Schmeling-Halle on December 14, 2022 in Berlin.

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Viewers can expect high-energy performances showcasing impressive versions of their signature anthems such as "Can't Get Enough," "Feel Like Makin' Love," "Rock 'n' Roll Fantasy" and "Shooting Star."

The latest announcement comes amid the band's ongoing tour across the U.K. and North America.

The extensive international headlining tour will debut on June 5 in Essex, England, for an early summer run, followed by multiple shows in July and September before wrapping up with performances from Sept. 30 through Oct. 3.

Adding to the list of their upcoming activities is a U.S. tour.

The 16-date run will commence throughout August, visiting major states like Tennessee, Indiana, Wisconsin, Pennsylvania and more before closing out the tour in Ohio.

U.K. Tour Schedule:

June 5, 2026: Chelmsford Social Club (Chelmsford)

June 6, 2026: The Hairy Dog (Derby)

July 10, 2026: Trading Boundaries (Sheffield Green)

July 22, 2026: Half Moon Putney (London)

Sept. 30, 2026: Music and Arts Centre, Barnoldswick

Oct.1, 2026: Music and Arts Centre, Barnoldswick

Oct. 2, 2026: Theatre, Middlesbrough

Oct. 3, 2026: The Cluny, Newcastle upon Tyne 

U.S. Tour Dates: 

Aug. 6: The Franklin Theatre, Franklin, TN

Aug. 7: Wildey Theatre, Edwardsville, IL

Aug. 8: Arcada Theatre, St. Charles, IL

Aug. 9: The Crystal Grand Music Theatre, Wisconsin Dells, WI

Aug. 11: Gas City Park, Gas City, IN

Aug. 13: Anderson Center (Binghamton University), Binghamton, NY

Aug. 14: Bear's Den Showroom at Seneca Niagara Resort, Niagara Falls, NY

Aug. 15: Bear's Den Showroom at Seneca Niagara Resort, Niagara Falls, NY

Aug. 19: The Acorn Center, Littleton, NC

Aug. 20: Newberry Opera House, Newberry, SC

Aug. 21: Florida Theatre, Jacksonville, FL

Aug. 22: Sharon L. Morse PAC, The Villages, FL

Aug. 23: Central Park PAC, Largo, FL

Aug. 27: Levitt Pavilion, Dayton, OH

Aug. 28: Mohegan Pennsylvania, Plains Township, PA

Aug. 29: Goodyear Theatre, Akron, OH

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Home cooks with a penchant for international cuisine know this struggle all too well: you want to recreate a dish you tried while traveling, or that you sampled at a restaurant, but you don’t have all of the spices you need to make it as flavorful as the original. And while, sure, you can go to speciality markets to procure the sumac, star anise, or fenugreek your recipe calls for, not only is it time-consuming to track everything down, but it can also make a dent in your pocket for a dish you may not plan to make often enough to justify the lift. 

Luckily, McCormick has customers covered with its latest launch, a whopping 10-count of seasoning blends all inspired by global flavors. Designed specifically to make cooking easier and streamline the process for foodies without sacrificing flavor, the new collection balances herbs, spices, and seasonings, “eliminating the need to measure, mix, or purchase multiple spices,” the brand told Parade in a statement. 

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The new blends are diverse and come from all corners of the globe, from the Korean-style seasoning with fiery red pepper, savory garlic, onion, and sesame notes to the vibrant paprika, earthy cumin, and warm ginger in the Moroccan-style seasoning. There’s paprika, coriander, turmeric, and garlic in the Indian-style seasoning, and flavorful garlic, herbal oregano and basil, and sun-dried tomatoes in the Greek-style seasoning. 

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Want chili pepper, paprika, and bright lime juice? The Peruvian-style blend is for you, while fans of garlic, oregano, red pepper, and onion will enjoy the Spicy Sicilian blend. Several blends aren’t country-specific, like savory herb Parmesan, rosemary lemon, sesame ginger, and smoked paprika and garlic. 

Shoppers can get their hands on all of the spices blends now at Walmart, or shortly as individual purchases or as a bundle at mccormick.com. 

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Selling the OC star Alex Hall is setting the record straight when it comes to rumors that she's joining Netflix's Selling Sunset.

Following news that Selling the OC had been put on pause following its fourth season on Netflix, the real estate agent addressed speculation that she would be making the move to the Oppenheim Group's flagship reality series during the latest episode of her Pretty Dirty podcast.

"I haven’t done a podcast since the news came out that we’re not filming another season of Selling the OC, so that’s been quite the roller coaster," Hall, 37, said on the Tuesday, June 2, episode of her show.

While the reality personality lamented the "end of an era" on Selling the OC, she's not saying no to a future on Selling Sunset, despite admitting that she has "no idea" about the rumors that she's joining the upcoming 10th season.

"There’s so many articles coming out about me doing Selling Sunset, which is hilarious," she said. "I have no idea. … I feel like nobody really knew what was going on, like who the cast was actually going to be."

With Selling Sunset's recent cast shakeup, which includes the return of Christine Quinn and Heather Rae El Moussa, Hall acknowledged that it would make sense for her to make the move to the Los Angeles-based show.

“I have a lot of clients that are moving down from L.A. to Orange County, so me referring that out to agents in L.A. is kind of annoying,” she said. “So me going there selling just makes sense, but nothing’s been signed, FYI. I have not agreed to go on Selling Sunset. This was literally a brief conversation. You don’t know what to expect when it’s a whole new cast.”

Hall also admitted the idea was "kind of terrifying," despite the relationships she has with some of the Selling Sunset cast members. "Some people are very different when you film with them versus what you’ve experienced in real life," she noted.

Dancing is an important part of every Bridgerton season. But only one made the list of the best dance scenes without dialogue. The season 4 moment teases what's to come for the youngest children in the big family.

'Bridgerton' Season 4's Recital Scene Went Viral

MsMojo placed the recital scene from season 4's "Yes or No" at number seven of the top emotional scenes that used dance instead of dialogue. "The latest Bridgerton scene to pull on our collective heartstrings was the kids' dance at Bridgerton House organized by little Hyacinth (Florence Hunt) herself," the narrator said. "Unlike some of her siblings, the youngest Bridgerton can't wait to enter the ton and live the life of a debutante." However, she could only dance at a recital for now.

Gregory Bridgerton (Will Tilson) was also excited to find love and attends the event. The scene used Charli XCX's "360" and the kids' bouncy dance moves became a trend on social media. The young dancers were awkward and hardly talked to each other, but it perfectly teased their future love stories.

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Gregory's eyes didn't leave his young crush, Miss Rochelle (Zaris-Angel Hator). Sadly, he was too slow to start the dance with her, and another boy took her hand.

Some feet get trampled, Hyacinth loses her partner for a moment, and you can see the emotions all over the characters' faces. It makes the moment when the Bridgertons finally match with their desired partners more special. Their happiness is on their faces without any dialogue.

Fans will have to wait longer for Hyacinth and Gregory's love stories. Season 5 focuses on
Michaela Stirling (Masali Baduza) and Lady Francesca Stirling (Hannah Dodd).

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Duane Ollinger, the star of the Discovery Channel's Mystery at Blind FrogRanch, has died at 68, TMZ reports.

A family source told the outlet that Ollinger died on Tuesday, June 2, at a hospital in Texas following a battle with ALS.

The show, which premiered in 2021, follows Ollinger and his son Chad, who go on a search for a legendary cache of lost Aztec gold that is believed to be beneath their 160-acre property in Utah. After Ollinger got sick, Josh Feldman, who joined the show in Season 3, took over as leader of the search for Season 6.

Following the sad news, many paid tribute to the Discovery Channel star.

"Sad to report that my good friend Duane Ollinger of ‘Blind Frog Ranch’ passed away earlier today. Duane was a force of constant positivity, empathy, & encouragement to everyone,” Duane’s castmate Ryan Skinner wrote via X.

"his is heartbreaking news. Duane was the heart and soul of the show, and his grit and determination to uncover the ranch's secrets made him so compelling to watch. He really seemed like a genuine, hard-working guy who threw everything into his passion. Sending thoughts to Chad and the rest of the Ollinger family. #BlindFrogRanch #DuaneOllinger," one person commented.

"Sad news Duane Ollinger passing at 68 is heartbreaking for fans of the show Rest in peace," another person shared.

While Ollinger left the show due to his battle with ALS, his son Chad left the show due to legal issues.

Chad was previously arrested in November 2024 after he ran a stoplight in front of an unmarked police car and attempted to flee. Then, in February 2025, he was arrested again for driving with an invalid license with previous convictions. That was followed by an incident in December 2025 where he was charged after his cellmate was found dead inside a Las Vegas jail, with Chad being suspected of murder.