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Houseguests are traveling through time in Big Brother 28. Fans can vote for a new player to go into the time capsule to get a power or a punishment from the show's past.

Powers that are used correctly can change the course of the game. It is especially thrilling when the underdog gets it. Here are five powers we hope to see return this season.

1. Coin of Destiny Azah Awasum, Xavier Prather, Christian Birkenberger, Tiffany Mitchel, Whitney Williams, and Claire Rehfuss on 'Big Brother 23'

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Big Brother 23 introduced a power with a flip of a coin. If a houseguest successfully guesses the coin flip, then they can dethrone the Head of Household and make the nominations.

Claire Rehfuss earned this power in the High Roller's Room. The Cookout was a dominating alliance and already knew who had the power. Tiffany Mitchell was able to keep her nominations. A second try at the Coin of Destiny could be interesting if a person who isn't aligned with the HOH uses it this time.

Related: 5 ‘Big Brother’ Punishments That Should Return for Season 28

2. Nightmare Power Ovi Kabir on 'Big Brother'

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You don't get immunity from the block with the Nightmare Power unless you're already on the block. The advantage allows a houseguest to call for a new nomination ceremony in the middle of the night, and the previous nominees are safe for the week.

It would make for great TV to see the house scramble in the middle of the night. We never saw this power activated because Ovi Kabir was evicted from Big Brother 21 before he could use it.

3. Halting Hex Jessica Graf and Kevin Schlehuber in the Big Brother house.

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This power comes in clutch for houseguests are already a target. Jessica Grafgot the Halting Hex from the Den of Temptation in season 19.

A houseguest can stop the live eviction that week. The catch is the houseguest has to decide to use it before eviction night. That person needs to time it right so it won't go to waste on stopping an eviction that could benefit them.

4. Ring of Replacement The 'Big Brother 19' cast during a Head of Household competition

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Houseguests who feel like they are the backdoor option want to play in the veto competition to win and gain immunity. However, the veto players are the luck of the draw if you're not the HOH or a nominee.

Christmas Abbott got this power from the Den of Temptation in season 19. She gained the ability to switch places with another houseguest to play in the veto competition.

5. Double Power of Veto Blue Kim on 'Big Brother 25'

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This power has appeared in multiple seasons of the show. A houseguest a second shot to win veto. This was done with two veto competitions, correctly betting on other players who win the competition, or having two vetos as a reward at the same competition.

Fans can go to cbs.com/bbvote to pick the houseguest of their choosing for the time capsule. There is an equal chance of them getting a reward or punishment. A houseguest can go into the time capsule once this season.

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Related: Fans of ‘The Odyssey’ Will Love Amazon’s ‘Dangerously Charming’ $30 Ceramic Book Vase

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Donald Trump turned 80 on June 14. And while he threw himself a birthday bash on the White House lawn at the UFC Freedom 250 fight night, his granddaughter had a gift that she couldn't give to the President on his big day.

What did Kai Trump give her grandfather for his 80th birthday? The 19-year-old told the New York Post, “Honestly, we’re going to go play golf. That’s my gift.” 

President Donald Trump, Vanessa Trump, and Kai Trump golfing. (Photo by Michele Eve Sandberg/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Golf is something the President and his granddaughter have in common. While Trump (Donald, that is) doesn’t play golf competitively, he does own 16 courses around the globe. And then there’s Kai’s career in the sport. The soon-to-be college freshman is set to play for the University of Miami’s women’s team in the 2026-2027 school year. 

The accomplished young athlete won the 2022 Women’s Club Championship and the 2024 Ladies Club Championship at Trump International Palm Beach Golf Club. In January, wrist tendon injuries almost sidelined the golfer’s budding career. Kai posted on Instagram, “Today I underwent left wrist surgery to address injuries to the stabilizing tissues of my ECU tendon and damage to my triangular fibrocartilage complex.” 

She continued, “I look forward to my rehab ahead in the coming months. I am excited for the ability to play golf pain free!”

How did Donald Trump help his granddaughter develop her golf game? 

Kai credits her grandfather with her competitive spirit and love of the game, tellingFox & Friends, “My mom’s competitive too. But definitely grandpa is very competitive.” 

During the RNC, the teen also spoke about golf and her grandpa in a speech, sharing, “When we play golf together, if I’m not on his team, he’ll try to get inside of my head. And he’s always surprised that I don’t let him get to me. But I have to remind him, I’m a Trump, too.” 

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Last October, Kai posted a vlog on her popular YouTube channel aptly titled ‘Playing Golf with President Trump (My Grandpa).’ She starts the hour-plus-long video off by saying, “Most people know him as Donald Trump, the 45th and 47th president of the United States. Others know him as a businessman or a politician, but to me, he’s just my grandpa. We’ve been playing golf together for years. It’s something he’s always loved, and it’s become a way for us to spend time together.” 

Kai also spoke about her relationship with the President,/her grandpa. “Over the years, I’ve learned a lot from being on the course with him. Not just about golf, but about life.”

Whether you’ve seen the movie Obsession already or are deep into the horror film space, you’ve probably heard of Inde Navarrette. The scream queen and Obsession star has been seen everywhere since the film's success, with fans making edits of her and fancasting her in new roles. Since the film’s release, the actress has also appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live and interviewed with Vanity Fair, Entertainment Tonight and Complex, where she’s talked about being a girl gamer, life before Obsession's release, getting her nipples pierced and more. 

Aside from her basically being the coolest girl ever, fans have recently learned new information about Navarrette. The Obsession star is bisexual!  Although it was revealed in a 2020 interview with Seventeen, fans are just now finding out, as the interview has resurfaced and gone viral. And it has the girlies excited. “As a bisexual, I understand how easy it is to keep that to yourself, because it's a very delicate subject,” Navarrette said in the interview. The star, who also appeared in 13 Reasons Why, chatted with Seventeen about Monty’s sexuality in the show. “With my family being exposed to it [her sexuality] earlier on with my cousin coming out, it wasn't that big of a deal. But I know for a fact that I have friends who are queer or lesbian or trans that are in ethnic communities where it's a lot harder.”

Fans have been reacting on platforms such as Instagram and X (formerly Twitter). One fan on Instagram said, “It’s a good day for women,” while another calls Navarrette a “BI ICON.” Another fan took to X to post an edit of the Obsession star, with the caption, “I found out that Inde Navarrette is bisexual, I'm cured.” 

descobri que a inde navarrette é bissexual tô curada pic.twitter.com/Bb52DsAQiw

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Others are reacting to this viral post from X user @Lesbocine, which features a photo of Navarrette and the bisexual flag. “Get her in a film kissing Sophie Nelisse,” tweeted X user @sackieshipman. So, what does this mean for the future of Navarrette’s career? We certainly hope to see her in upcoming LGBTQ+ films and projects. Nylon Magazine and Culture Crave revealed that the actress recently met with Jake Schreier and is open to starring in a Marvel film.

A atriz Inde Navarrette, protagonista de 'Obsessão', revelou ser bissexual.

Em entrevista, ela declarou: “Sendo bissexual, eu entendo o quanto é fácil guardar isso para si mesmo, porque é um assunto muito delicado.” pic.twitter.com/HAgBIvEB48

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Related: Curry Barker’s ‘Obsession’ to Release on Peacock This Week After Earning $427 Million at the Box Office

Thomas Rhettand Niall Horanwere forced to make a difficult decision just hours before taking the stage in Hershey, Pennsylvania.

The longtime friends, who were scheduled to co-headline Hersheypark Stadium on Saturday, July 18, shared a joint Instagram video announcing that the show would no longer go ahead as planned after spending the morning consulting with their teams.

"We've been kind of sat with our teams and the promoters and the meteorologists all morning since like 9 a.m. and it, it feels like there's a lot of severe weather in the area and some bad weather conditions and thunderstorms threatening the show," Horan explained. "So we are have been kind of forced into a corner and we will have to reschedule the show tomorrow night, obviously."

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While acknowledging the disappointing news, the pair confirmed they were staying in town so fans would still get a performance. "Something that we didn't want to do, but we do want to stay in town and do the show for you guys, so if you have a ticket, you can come tomorrow," Horan said. 

Rhett stressed that the decision ultimately came down to keeping concertgoers safe. "We love y'all and y'all's safety is first and foremost our, our biggest concern," he said. "And we wanna give y'all, the show that we have prepared, and we just couldn't guarantee that for tonight."

READ MORE: Blake Shelton Calls Out Country Star and His Manager in New Post

The country star also pointed out how fortunate they were that both the venue and their schedules aligned for a quick turnaround. "So it's a miracle that the venue is available tomorrow, that me and Niall are both here tomorrow, and so we'll see you guys tomorrow night ready to freaking rock."

Fans, for the most part, were understanding in the comments.

“Is what it is…can’t wait to see y’all tomorrow!! don’t beat yourself up about it, can’t control the weather,” one fan wrote.

Another said, “Totally understand!!! My heart goes out to all of the fans who traveled near and far to see .”

“Safety comes first 🤎 make it up to us by singing some extra one direction songs tomorrow 😂,” a third quipped.

But others weren’t pleased with the solution.

“This should be moved up to an earlier time to accommodate everyone who is here today,” one suggested.

A second said, “Logistical nightmare, can you make the show at noon lol?”

So if Sunday’s show wont work for you, Horan stated that “you'll get a full refund for your for your ticket."

Shakira knows how to bring people together. From “Whenever, Wherever” to “Waka Waka (This Time for Africa),” the Colombian superstar has built a career around music that crosses borders, celebrates cultures and inspires millions around the world. Now, ahead of her upcoming Brooklyn concert, she is using her spotlight to celebrate the people who help make these moments possible.

Before taking the stage at Barclays Center on Tuesday, July 21, Shakira gifted concert tickets to three groups of New Yorkers who have made a difference in their communities: volunteers supporting earthquake relief efforts in Venezuela, World Cup union workers, and Colombian restaurant owners who participated in New York City’s $26 World Cup dining special.

The gesture reflects the same spirit behind some of Shakira’s biggest anthems: recognizing strength, resilience and the people who often go unnoticed. “So much of what made this World Cup special is the work that most fans never see: the thousands of hotel rooms kept clean, all of the stadiums that worked so smoothly,” Shakira said in a statement shared with Billboard. “I wanted to show my gratitude for the people of New York City who made this incredible experience possible.” The singer added, “Thank you for all of your hard work; you are the true she-wolves and it will be an honor to have you with me!”

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Queens-based 32BJ member Sandra Leiton also praised Shakira for recognizing the strength of immigrant women and the story they share with the superstar herself. New York World Cup Czar Maya Handa said the honorees represent the heart of the city. 

As Shakira prepares to take the stage in Brooklyn, she’s proving that being a global superstar is not just about the moments in the spotlight. It’s also about recognizing the people behind the scenes. And for the workers, volunteers and community members receiving tickets to her show, the message is clear: their efforts have not gone unnoticed. As Shakira sings, “Today’s your day, I feel it,” and this time, she’s making sure the people who paved the way get their moment to shine.

Pasta is one of those rare foods that can be equally at home on a busy Tuesday night or at the center of a special occasion. With just a handful of ingredients, it can become anything from a bright, lemony summer dinner to a slow-simmered Sunday classic. And while home cooks often spend hours searching for the perfect recipe, many chefs will tell you the secret to better pasta starts long before you even fill a pot with water.

We asked four accomplished chefs to share the pasta dish they love making most, and their answers couldn't have been more different. One chef reaches for a vibrant garlic and Calabrian chile spaghetti that comes together in minutes. Another swears by a rich Bolognese that's allowed to simmer for hours. There's also a comforting brown butter pasta layered with toasted walnuts and Parmesan, alongside a seafood-filled Italian classic that's elegant enough for entertaining but simple enough to recreate at home.

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Despite those different approaches, one theme came up again and again: great pasta isn't about complicated techniques. It's about choosing quality ingredients and knowing how to let them shine.

Whether you're stocking your pantry for a weeknight dinner or planning a leisurely weekend cooking project, these chef-backed shopping tips will help you start on the right foot before you even bring the water to a boil.

Here's how to shop smarter at the grocery store, plus the four pasta recipes these chefs love to make themselves.

What To Look for When Grocery Shopping for a Pasta Dish

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Before you start working on your next pasta dish, keep these tips in mind when you're shopping for your ingredients.

1. Choose better pasta.

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Several chefs agreed that not all dried pasta is created equal.

Chef Felipe Riccio of Goodnight Hospitality and the owner of Houston's Rosie Cannonball suggests looking specifically for bronze-cut or bronze-die pasta. Unlike glossy, mass-produced varieties, bronze-cut pasta has a rougher surface that helps sauces cling to every bite instead of sliding off. He also recommends choosing pasta made from 100 percent durum semolina that's been slow-dried for the best texture.

Chef Glenn Rolnick of the renowned New York Italian destination Carmine's says home cooks should also consider using fresh pasta whenever possible. If making it from scratch isn't practical, he recommends buying fresh refrigerated pasta or choosing a high-quality dry durum wheat variety. 

2. Buy cheese by the wedge.

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A great pasta deserves great cheese, and Chef Riccio says it's worth buying a wedge of Parmigiano Reggiano instead of pre-shredded cheese. Freshly grated cheese melts more smoothly into sauces, delivers a richer flavor and avoids the anti-caking agents commonly found in packaged shredded varieties. It's a small upgrade that can make even a simple bowl of pasta taste more like something you'd order at an Italian restaurant. 

3. Don't overlook seasonal ingredients.

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While pantry staples are important, some of the best pasta dishes begin with whatever is freshest at the market—or in your own backyard.

Ai Fiori's acclaimed executive chef Lauren DeSteno encourages home cooks to let the calendar guide their grocery list. "Shop with the season when possible," she says. During the summer, that means taking advantage of ripe tomatoes, basil, corn, peas and other produce that needs very little help to shine. If you're making tomato sauce, she recommends using fresh farmers market tomatoes for a quick, lightly cooked sauce. When fresh tomatoes aren't at their peak, a longer simmer can help canned tomatoes develop a richer flavor. 

That same philosophy extends to other ingredients. Chef Rolnick recommends buying the freshest seafood and herbs your budget allows, while Chef Riccio says high-quality canned whole tomatoes and wine you'd actually enjoy drinking can make a noticeable difference in the finished sauce. Starting with great seasonal ingredients, they all agree, is one of the easiest ways to elevate a simple pasta dinner.

Related: The 8 Best Cookbook Stands That Chefs Swear By

4 Chef-Favorite Pasta Dishes You Should Try

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These are the pasta dishes chefs love, and they're sharing the recipes for each.

1. Garlic, Calabrian Chile and Lemon Spaghetti, By Chef Rich Landau

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James Beard finalist Rich Landau has built a career proving vegetables can be every bit as exciting as meat. As chef and co-owner of Philadelphia's acclaimed Vedge, his cooking celebrates bold flavors without unnecessary complexity. That's exactly why his favorite summer pasta is so appealing—it relies on just a handful of pantry staples and fresh herbs to create something you'll want to make again and again.

To make it, cook a pound of quality spaghetti in heavily salted water, stopping when it's about three-quarters done. While the pasta cooks, gently sauté thinly sliced garlic in a generous amount of olive oil over low heat until lightly golden. Remove the pan from the heat, then stir in chopped Calabrian chiles, fresh lemon juice, cracked black pepper, sea salt, chopped parsley and a little fresh mint.

Transfer the pasta directly to the skillet along with a splash of reserved pasta water and finish cooking it in the sauce until perfectly al dente. The starchy cooking water helps emulsify the olive oil and citrus into a silky sauce that coats every strand. Finish with another drizzle of olive oil before serving.

2. Roasted Tomato Bucatini, By Chef Lauren DeSteno

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Chef DeSteno's favorite pasta is proof that summer doesn't need elaborate recipes. Instead, she lets ripe tomatoes do most of the work, slowly roasting them until their natural sweetness becomes deeply concentrated. It's a simple technique that transforms a garden harvest into an elegant dinner.

Start by halving medium tomatoes, removing the cores, and tossing them with olive oil and salt. Arrange them cut-side up on a sheet pan, and roast at 325 degrees until they're nearly dried and beginning to caramelize around the edges. The goal isn't to dehydrate them completely, but to intensify their flavor.

Cook bucatini until al dente, reserving a cup of pasta water before draining. Meanwhile, lightly toast sliced garlic in olive oil, then add the roasted tomatoes and about a half cup of the pasta water. Toss in the cooked pasta, season with salt and crushed red pepper flakes, and continue cooking for another two or three minutes until the sauce clings to every strand.

Finish with freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano. While basil is always welcome, DeSteno says she often prefers letting the roasted tomatoes shine on their own.

3. Capellini Marechiara, By Chef Glenn Rolnick

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When Chef Rolnick cooks pasta at home, seafood is almost always on the menu. The executive chef at Carmine's combines shrimp, scallops, clams and mussels with a garlicky tomato broth for a dish that's elegant enough for guests but surprisingly approachable for home cooks.

Begin by sautéing garlic with a little Calabrian chile or hot Italian peppers before adding tomatoes, clam broth, fresh basil and the seafood. As the shellfish cook, their juices enrich the broth, while the basil keeps everything bright and fresh.

Serve the sauce over freshly cooked capellini, also known as angel hair pasta. Rolnick likes the delicate noodles because they complement the seafood instead of overpowering it. The result is a lighter Italian pasta that still feels satisfying, with every bite filled with sweet shellfish and fragrant herbs.

It's an impressive meal that proves restaurant-quality pasta doesn't always require complicated techniques—just excellent ingredients and restraint.

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If Chef Landau's pasta celebrates simplicity, Chef Riccio's favorite pasta celebrates patience.

The chef partner at Goodnight Hospitality and owner of Rosie Cannonball in Houston says this Bolognese perfectly captures what he loves most about Italian cooking. Rather than relying on flashy ingredients, it builds flavor slowly, allowing time to transform a few quality ingredients into something unforgettable.

Chef Riccio starts by gently cooking onions and garlic until lightly caramelized before browning the meat separately to develop deeper flavor. After deglazing the pan with Lambrusco, he adds canned whole tomatoes and lets the sauce simmer gently for several hours. For home cooks, he even recommends transferring the pot to a 325-degree oven, where the steady heat allows the sauce to develop gradually.

Rather than serving the sauce over cooked pasta, Chef Riccio finishes slightly undercooked hand-rolled cavatelli or bronze-cut rigatoni directly in the Bolognese with a little butter and reserved pasta water. The pasta absorbs the sauce, while the starch creates a rich, silky finish. Top each serving with freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano, and you'll understand why this timeless Italian classic remains one of the most comforting pasta dishes ever created.

Related: We Asked 5 Chefs Their Favorite One-Pan Meals—and They're Anything but Basic

5 Chef-Approved Tips for Making Pasta

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Even though each chef had a completely different favorite pasta dish, their advice for making great pasta at home was remarkably consistent. From choosing the right pasta to finishing the sauce, these are the pasta techniques they say make the biggest difference.

1. Always use bronze-cut pasta.

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If there was one shopping tip that came up repeatedly, it was this: buy bronze-die pasta whenever possible.

Chef Riccio recommends looking for bronze-cut or bronze-die pasta because its rougher texture gives sauces something to cling to instead of sliding off smooth noodles. Chef DeSteno agrees, calling bronze-die pasta her go-to choice because of its superior texture and ability to hold sauce. And Chef Landau notes that investing in quality pasta pays off, saying, "You get what you pay for."

2. Salt your water, but skip the oil.

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A generous amount of salt belongs in your pasta water. Oil does not.

Chef Rolnick recommends cooking pasta in plenty of well-salted water—about 3 to 4 quarts of water and 1 tablespoon of salt for every pound of pasta. Chef DeSteno echoes that advice and says adding oil to the cooking water is simply a waste. Because oil floats on the surface of the water instead of coating the pasta, it does little to prevent sticking and offers no benefit to the finished dish.

3. Always save some pasta water.

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Several chefs described starchy pasta water as the ingredient many home cooks overlook.

Before draining your pasta, reserve about a cup of the cooking water. Chef Landau uses it to finish his garlic and lemon spaghetti, while Chefs Rolnick, Riccio and DeSteno all rely on it to help emulsify sauces into a silky coating that clings to every bite instead of pooling in the bottom of the bowl. It's a simple habit that can instantly make homemade pasta feel more restaurant-quality.

4. Finish the pasta in the sauce.

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One of the biggest differences between restaurant pasta and home pasta happens during the last couple of minutes of cooking.

Instead of draining the pasta completely and spooning sauce over the top, the chefs recommend transferring slightly undercooked pasta directly into the sauce with a splash of reserved pasta water. As it finishes cooking, the pasta absorbs flavor while the starch helps bring everything together into one cohesive dish. Chefs Riccio, Landau and DeSteno all use this technique because it creates a smoother, more balanced final result.

5. Taste before you serve.

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Even the best recipe may need one final adjustment.

Before bringing a pasta dish to the table, Chef DeSteno always tastes it one last time. Depending on the ingredients, it may benefit from another pinch of salt, a squeeze of fresh lemon, a little extra spice or even another drizzle of olive oil to help the sauce come together. She also encourages home cooks not to treat recipes as rigid instructions. "Sub out ingredients based on what you have or what’s available," she says.

Final Takeaways

After hearing from four accomplished chefs, one thing became clear: memorable pasta isn't about complicated recipes or expensive ingredients. It's about choosing quality products, respecting simple techniques and letting a handful of great ingredients shine. Whether you're craving a bright summer bowl of roasted tomato bucatini, a seafood-packed Marechiara, a comforting Bolognese or a quick garlic and lemon spaghetti, these chef-approved ideas prove that your next favorite pasta night may be closer than you think.

Meet the Chefs

• Chef Rich Landau is a six-time James Beard Award finalist and co-owner of Philadelphia's acclaimed Vedge restaurant. Chef Landau is widely recognized for his innovative vegetable-forward cooking and has appeared on Chopped and Beat Bobby Flay.
• ChefLauren DeSteno is the executive chef at Ai Fiori in New York City. Chef DeSteno draws inspiration from seasonal ingredients and Italian cooking traditions, creating dishes that celebrate simple techniques and peak produce. 
• Chef Glenn Rolnick is the executive chef at Carmine's Italian Restaurant and director of culinary operations for Alicart Restaurant Group. Chef Rolnick has spent years showcasing classic Italian-American cuisine with an emphasis on fresh ingredients and approachable techniques.
• Chef Felipe Riccio is a chef partner at Goodnight Hospitality in Houston. Chef Riccio has perfected his crafting working at some of Europe's most well-known Michelin star restaurants. He's known for his thoughtful approach to Italian cooking that emphasizes quality ingredients, careful technique and letting time develop flavor.

Related: We Asked 4 Chefs Their Favorite Berry Desserts, and We’re Taking Notes

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Redecorating doesn't necessarily have to involve a full overhaul of your home. It can be as simple as making a small yet impactful swap in one room's decor. With its “lovely” look and “lightweight” material, shoppers said this comforter set will instantly elevate any bedroom. Luckily for shoppers, it’s also 60% off now at Macy’s right now. 

The Sunham Coastal Coral 8-Piece Comforter Set is reduced to $40 in all sizes right now for a limited time. The comforter set comes in twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, and California king sizes. The larger collections come with a comforter, two standard shams, two standard pillowcases, a bedskirt, and a fitted and flat sheet. Meanwhile, the twin and twin XL sizes come with one less sham and one less pillowcase for a total of six pieces.

Sunham Coastal Coral 8-Piece Comforter Set, $40 (was $100) at Macy's

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This coastal bedding provides the ultimate “beach vibes.” It’s like waking up on vacation every day. The best part is that it’s reversible, so you essentially get two sets for the price of one. This machine-washable set is made from 100% polyester, with polyester filling as well, making it extremely comfortable.

The full set comes with a 76-inch by 86-inch comforter, two shams, and two pillowcases. It also comes with a bedskirt that’s 54 inches wide, 75 inches long, and 14 inches deep, a fitted sheet that’s 54 inches wide, 75 inches long, and 12.3 inches deep, and a flat sheet that’s 81 inches by 96 inches. 

The dimensions increase for the queen and king sets, with the queen set boasting an 88-inch by 88-inch comforter and the king set completed by a 106-inch by 88-inch version. 

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Related: Macy’s ‘Stunning’ $10 Mother of Pearl Necklace Is the Definition of Coastal-Chic Charm

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Every Boomer has a favorite Hall & Oates song. But when yacht rock season rolls around, one hit usually rises to the top: “Rich Girl,” of course.

A witty blue-eyed soul classic, the track became the duo’s first No. 1 hit and transformed Daryl Hall and John Oates into bona fide pop stars.

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Released in the U.K. in the summer of 1976, “Rich Girl” is the second track from Hall & Oates’ fifth studio album, Bigger Than Both of Us. It wasn’t issued as a U.S. single until early 1977, but once it was, it quickly climbed to the top of the Billboard Hot 100. The song spent three weeks at No. 1, ending its reign on March 26, 1977.

Nearly 50 years later, “Rich Girl” remains one of yacht rock’s defining anthems, with Ultimate Classic Rock ranking it No. 10 on its most recent list of the greatest yacht rock songs of all time.

“It’s one of the most economical pop songs ever written: two A sections, two B sections (the second extended), a fade-out vocal vamp. In and out. Wham, bam, boom,” the outlet wrote. “Perhaps that's why it’s easy to savor ‘Rich Girl’ 12 times in a row during your morning commute, why hearing it once on the radio is almost maddening.”  

According to American Songwriter, “Rich Girl” is based on a true story—with some facts changed as all true stories do. Instead of a rich girl, the song was inspired by a rich guy named Jeff Walker, the spoiled rich kid who dated Hall’s longtime girlfriend, Sara Allen.

“Sara’s college boyfriend was the heir to a fast-food fortune,” Hall said, per the outlet. “He was an acid casualty. He came over one time, and he was banging off the walls, basically. After he left, I sat down and went, ‘He’s a rich guy, and he’s gone too far.’ And I wrote it about him. And then I said, ‘Rich guy’ doesn’t sound right.”

Oates added, “Obviously, because Daryl is really smart, he realized that ‘Rich Girl’ sounded better than ‘Rich Guy.’ That’s the truth. He had too much money and too many drugs—and he just kind of burned out. He came over to visit one time, and after he left, Daryl came up with the idea.”

And so, “Rich Girl” was born from a real-life encounter turned into a hit.

You’re a rich girl, and you’ve gone too far
‘Cause you know it don’t matter anyway
You can rely on the old man’s money
You can rely on the old man’s money
It’s a b-tch, girl, but it’s gone too far
‘Cause you know it don’t matter anyway
Say money but it won’t get you too far
Get you too far

“Rich Girl” was the first of six No. 1s for the duo. Their second came four years later with “Kiss on My List” (1981), followed by “Private Eyes” (1981), “I Can’t Go for That (No Can Do)” (1982), “Maneater” (1984), and “Out of Touch” (1984).

With its polished musical sophistication and easy, breezy aesthetics, “Rich Girl” will always be one of the smoothest songs with the sharpest bite. Roll the windows down and crank it.

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You likely know that diet impacts the health of all of your organs, and the liver is no exception. Loading up on leafy green veggies and lean and plant-based proteins while limiting alcohol and saturated fat are well-documented ways to improve your longevity.

However, we pay less attention to the seasonings we add to our meals, such as garlic, and how they may affect liver function and overall health. Does garlic pass the sniff test? Registered dietitians like Sharniquia White, MS, a culinary dietitian and the founder of YouNiqly Nourishing LLC, point out there's more to garlic than aromatics, even though she admits you can "smell it from a while away."

"Garlic is pungent, super savory and, when roasted, can add a bit of sweetness to your dish," White says.

But is garlic good for the liver? It's a good question, especially with all of the "detox diets" out there.

"If you are healthy and do not have any type of liver disease, your liver is 100% effective at filtering out drugs, toxins and bacteria in the form of urine or stool," Katherine M. Patton, RD, a registered dietitian with Cleveland Clinic, tells Parade. "Cleanses often include high doses of herbal or vitamin and mineral supplements, which have been associated with liver damage due to the stress they put on the liver to filter out the substances."

Food first is generally the way to go when it comes to diet strategy, and garlic can add a boost to your liver. Registered dietitians share what happens to the liver when you eat garlic.

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Is Garlic Good for the Liver?

According to registered dietitians, garlic may provide some benefits for your liver, especially because it may offer some anti-inflammatory properties. However, garlic is not a cure-all for anyone with liver disease, nor will it by itself protect you from developing it.

Is garlic good for the liver?

"Garlic may be good for the liver in certain situations, but mainly as part of an overall healthy diet, not as a treatment on its own," explains Dr. Chris Mohr, Ph.D., RD, a fitness and nutrition advisor for Garage Gym Reviews. "For someone who is generally healthy, adding garlic to meals can still be a good habit, but it probably won’t cause a noticeable liver change [by itself]."

Dr. Mohr says the strongest research to support using garlic to improve liver health comes from people living with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), formerly nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. Studies, including a 2022 study published in the Journal of Functional Foods, suggest a link between garlic powder supplements and liver enzymes and certain metabolic markers.

Dr. Mohr adds that you won't see any same-day improvement in your liver from garlic. However, Patton points to research indicating that consistently consuming garlic can reduce inflammation and oxidative stress within as little as 12 weeks. She notes that garlic contains bioactive compounds (such as allicin and diallyl disulfide). These compounds may improve antioxidant activity, suppress pro-inflammatory cytokines (proteins and chemical messengers within the body) and help guard against fat accumulation in the liver.

If you continue to consume garlic regularly, Patton explains that you'll notice greater benefits in the months and years that follow. Plus, she notes that daily garlic supplementation can help reduce liver fat, but importantly, this research is on people living with hepatic steatosis (fatty liver). In particular, raw garlic may decrease the risk of worsening liver disease in people with MASLD, according to a study on Chinese men.

"Because chopping, crushing or chewing raw garlic releases more allicin than if you're preparing and consuming cooked garlic, individuals can ingest a high amount of allicin from dietary raw garlic intake," Patton says.

Still, she notes we aren't sure how much raw garlic you'd have to consume to lower your chances of experiencing liver disease progression.

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How Garlic Can Harm the Liver

Consuming garlic is generally safe, but White notes that people taking certain medications should talk with their doctor about how regular garlic consumption could interact with them. "Garlic could also potentially interact with medications such as Warfarin, Aspirin and other anticoagulant medications," she says.

Also, keep in mind that the liver is part of your digestive system, and garlic isn't always well-tolerated.

"Raw garlic can increase heartburn or cause GI discomfort," White adds.

But Dr. Mohr explains most healthy people don't have issues with garlic, especially liver-wise. Still, he emphasizes that it's vital to talk to your doctor or a registered dietitian before starting any new supplement or making long-term, drastic changes to your diet. He adds that garlic supplements are more concentrated than food, which may be especially harmful for people currently living with liver disease or taking medication for another condition.

"But for most healthy people, garlic in normal amounts poses no meaningful long-term risk, since the danger lies in excess rather than in garlic itself," Dr. Mohr says.

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Sources:

• Sharniquia White, MS, a culinary dietitian and the founder of YouNiqly Nourishing LLC
• Katherine M. Patton, RD, a registered dietitian with Cleveland Clinic
• Dr. Chris Mohr, Ph.D., RD, a fitness and nutrition advisor for Garage Gym Reviews
• Liver Cleansing Imposters: An Analysis of Popular Online Liver Supplements. American Journal of Gastroenterology
• Effects of garlic supplementation on non-alcoholic fatty liver disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Journal of Functional Foods.
• Effect of garlic powder supplementation on hepatic steatosis, liver enzymes and lipid profile in patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease: a double-blind randomised controlled clinical trial. British Journal of Nutrition.
• Plant‐Based Foods and Their Bioactive Compounds on Fatty Liver Disease: Effects, Mechanisms and Clinical Application. Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity.
• Association between dietary raw garlic intake and newly diagnosed nonalcoholic fatty liver disease: a population-based study. European Journal of Endocrinology.

Fans of psychedelic rock are likely familiar with the 1967 song "Incense and Peppermints" by Strawberry Alarm Clock, off the band's first album, also titled Incense and Peppermints. Despite being almost 60 years old, the memorable tune is still being recognized for being quite unusual for a mainstream song.

On July 18, the publication American Songwriter featured the number on a list of the "3 psychedelic rock songs from 1967 that made pop radio feel like a fever dream." The other two songs included on the list are The Beatles' “Strawberry Fields Forever” and “Get Me to the World On Time” by The Electric Prunes.

George Bunnell Shared How the Song Came to Be in a 2024 Interview

American Songwriter reported that "Incense and Peppermints" secured the No. 1 Billboard Hot 100 spot the year it was released. The band's former bassist, George Bunnell, discussed the popularity of "Incense and Peppermints" during a 2024 interview with Psychedelic Scene. He described the tune as "very catchy" and a song that "people latch onto."

"They want to hear it again. You know, it's like you can't just hear it once, kind of a thing. Anyway, so it really took a life of its own," said Bunnell during the interview.

In addition, he said that their record label, Uni Records, had radio programmer Bill Drake"put it on all of his stations," increasing the song's popularity.

In the Psychedelic Scene interview, Bunnell also shared that the band's "keyboard player Mark [Weitz] and lead guitar player Ed King" had written the instrumental of the song that ended up being "Incense and Peppermint." According to Bunnell, they had intended to release it as a fully instrumental track. However, the band's producer Frank Slay had John S. Carter pen lyrics for the song. Bunnell said Carter told him that he ended up writing the song pretty hastily.

"He did it kind of in a rush because there was like a couple of weeks that had gone by, and Frank Slay told him, 'Look, I need it. I need it.' And Carter was in Denver, and so he said, 'Okay, okay, okay.' John Carter told me that he wrote them on toilet paper in the bathroom at an airport," recalled Bunnell.

The bassist went on to say that Carter came up with the lyrics, which he described as "odd" and "pretty cool," with the help of a rhyming dictionary.

"He goes, 'Yeah, I had a rhyming dictionary with me, and I just started putting things together that went with incense and peppermints. And it was meaningless nouns, 'then turn on tune in turn your eyes around look at yourself' and all these different funny lyrics.' And so he was taking things that had somewhat meaning to them, but then it was mostly nonsense," continued Bunnell during the Psychedelic Scene interview.

Some husbands book a flight. Benny Blanco booked passage across the Atlantic Ocean.

The producer, married to Selena Gomez since September 2025, posted a TikTok showing himself aboard a ship somewhere in open water, on-screen text reading, "POV: ur traveling across the atlantic in the titanic to see ur wife bc ur scared of flying." He captioned it "the things we do for love," with Sam Cooke's 1962 hit "Nothing Can Change This Love" playing underneath.

Gomez has been in London since May filming the sixth season of Hulu's Only Murders in the Building, and the couple have leaned on public affection to bridge the distance. On June 10, she posted photos with Blanco and wrote that "distance means so little when someone means so much." His current voyage, which typically takes a week or more to complete, is timed to land him in London before her 34th birthday on July 22.

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This isn't Blanco's first transatlantic workaround. He described a similar trip to Jimmy Fallon back in 2024, made while working on Ed Sheeran's Divide album: "I don't fly," he said. "I took a boat to Europe. I literally take the Titanic to Europe. It's the same boat, when you're on the boat, like day three, they're like, 'This is where the Titanic sank.'" He added that he and Sheeran "watched Titanic in bed cuddling on the fourth night."

Blanco has reportedly been working to face the fear directly and took his first flight in more than eight years earlier in 2026, though the ocean route remains his default for longer international travel. He and Gomez are said to aim for reunions every few weeks while she's overseas.

The gesture arrives during a packed stretch for Blanco professionally. He's preparing to release his new album, Hermoso, on August 14, and recently put out the single "Joven y Salvaje" with Bb trickz. None of that stopped him from choosing a week at sea over a seven-hour flight.

Well, it says a lot that Blanco would rather spend eight uncomfortable days on a boat than miss his wife's birthday. Fans online have are already adding it to the couple's long list of over-the-top displays, proof that the distance between London and wherever Blanco happens to be working (or docked) is never too much.

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Very few rock bands had a debut era as successful as that of Boston. The 1970s band burst onto the scene with their self-titled debut album in 1976, with the lead single becoming a true classic.

"More Than a Feeling" was released as a single on Boston's first album in late 1976, and the track was special for the band. It came together over years of hard work, and the demo for "More Than a Feeling" is what finally got Boston a recording contract.

When it finally came out as the single for Boston's first album, all the hard work paid off. "More Than a Feeling" quickly started climbing the music charts. It debuted on the Billboard Hot 100, and over months of constant improvement, it finally peaked at No. 5 at the end of the year. In total, the track charted for 19 straight weeks.

"More Than a Feeling" didn't become a No. 1 hit for Boston, but it solidified its place as the band's signature song. As Boston continued releasing music over the years, the track remained one of their best.

Musician and band member Tom Scholz wrote about the song-making process on Boston's website years ago. He recalled how the demo came together over five years, with guitarist Barry Goudreau and drummer Jim Masdea helping him with the recording. Brad Delp then followed as the vocalist.

Together, they created a bunch of demo tracks, and finally, Epic Records gave Boston a recording contract. With the deal, Boston was finally able to release their debut record.

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Scholz said of the experience, "This six-song demo and subsequent album turned the disco-crazed music industry on its head, and broke all the known rules for succeeding in the world of rock and roll."

Boston was a huge success, with three of the album's singles becoming Top 40 hits. Over time, it has gone on to sell over 17 million copies. As for "More Than a Feeling," it remains a classic rock staple, with one critic saying "it might even be the greatest rock song ever created."

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In 1971, Yes released a song that showcased everything progressive rock was capable of.

Clocking in at nearly 11 minutes, "Heart of the Sunrise" closed the band's landmark album, Fragile, with an ambitious blend of intricate musicianship, shifting time signatures and sweeping melodies. Although it has often lived in the shadow of the album's biggest hit, "Roundabout," the song has earned a lasting reputation as one of the finest compositions in Yes' catalog.

Its complexity was no accident.

Written by Jon Anderson, Chris Squire and Bill Bruford, "Heart of the Sunrise" combined thunderous instrumental passages with moments of surprising restraint, creating a musical journey that reflected both the excitement and isolation of modern city life. Anderson later explained that the lyrics were inspired by arriving in London at dawn and watching the city come to life, contrasting its energy with a longing for peace and human connection.

"'Heart of the Sunrise' is a great piece," Anderson told Songfacts. "One of the things that was always important for Yes was to create music for the stage to perform, not to make a record. We were very lucky to go in the studio and make records, but our main game was to put on a show and entertain the audience, and in doing so we put that into the record. So by '71, '72, we were stretching our wings to do longer-form pieces on stage."

The song also captured Yes at a pivotal moment in its evolution.

Fragile was the first album to feature keyboard virtuoso Rick Wakeman, whose classically influenced playing became a defining element of the band's sound. But the band was not an overnight success.

"It was very gradual," Anderson told Louder. "We found a manager who had ties to America, and then suddenly we're going over there with Jethro Tull [in mid-1971]. They'd had a big record [with the Aqualung album], and the first show was in front of ten thousand people, all looking at me. I was shaking. I could sing a little bit and play tambourine, but that was all. So I watched Ian Anderson, and I saw he had a choreography - he knew exactly how to do something at a certain time in the song. So I went: 'Oh, that's how you do it…' Cos I used to stand there like an idiot. I still stand there like an idiot. The next time we went to America, we were driving somewhere and "Roundabout" came on the radio."

Alongside Steve Howe's inventive guitar work, Chris Squire's unmistakable bass lines and Bill Bruford's dynamic drumming, "Heart of the Sunrise" demonstrated why Yes was quickly becoming one of progressive rock's most adventurous bands.

"It was the most complete but precise example of what Yes was doing," said Squire.

Despite never being released as a single, the track became a centerpiece of the band's live performances. Over the decades, it has appeared on numerous concert albums and remained a favorite among longtime fans, who often rank it alongside Yes' greatest works despite receiving far less mainstream attention than songs like "Roundabout" or "Owner of a Lonely Heart."

More than 50 years after its release, "Heart of the Sunrise" continues to stand as one of progressive rock's defining epics. Overshadowed commercially but revered by fans, it remains a reminder that some of the most influential songs aren’t always the biggest hits.

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More than six decades after forming one of the most influential bands in music history, Mick JaggerandKeith Richards are finally sharing the artists who sit atop their personal musical Mount Rushmores.

The two Rolling Stones legends, both 82, discussed the musicians who shaped their sound during a new Billboard cover story celebrating the band's latest album, Foreign Tongues. While their answers overlapped in key places, each also highlighted different pioneers whose influence helped define the Stones' unmistakable blend of rock, blues and rhythm and blues.

Asked who would make the Rolling Stones' Mount Rushmore of influences, Jagger didn't hesitate to begin with one obvious choice—Chuck Berry. The interviewer asked them because the new album includes a cover of Berry's song "Beautiful Delilah," plus the Stones' first single back in 1963 was a cover of Berry's "Come On."

"He definitely would be up there," Jagger said of Berry before adding, "I suppose Muddy Waters, Howlin' Wolf, Jerry Lee Lewis maybe, Little Richard."

Richards' list shared Berry and Muddy Waters but leaned even deeper into Chicago blues.

"Oh, it would have to be Chuck Berry, Muddy Waters, Jimmy Reed, through the harp of Little Walter Jacobs," Richards said. "And then you go through the old litany of the '50s and '60s and the Chicago blues roster, John Lee Hooker. An amazing period in time, the '50s, for the ways of recording."

The answers reflect the musical foundation that has been part of the Rolling Stones since the beginning. Before becoming one of the world's biggest rock bands, the group started by playing American blues and R&B songs, eventually transforming those influences into a songwriting partnership that produced classics like "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction," "Jumpin' Jack Flash," "Gimme Shelter" and countless others.

While Jagger's list stretched from blues giants to early rock-and-roll trailblazers like Jerry Lee Lewis and Little Richard, Richards highlighted blues innovators including Jimmy Reed, Little Walter and John Lee Hooker, underscoring the slightly different musical paths that have complemented each other throughout their 60-plus years together.

The interview comes as the Rolling Stones celebrate the release of Foreign Tongues, their second album of original material in three years. Produced once again by Andrew Watt, the album features guest appearances from Paul McCartney, Robert Smith, Chad Smith and Bruno Mars while continuing the creative resurgence that began with 2023's Grammy-winning Hackney Diamonds.

Even after decades at the top of rock music, Jagger and Richards' answers make one thing clear: they still see themselves as students of the artists who came before them.

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Mel Robbins is booked and busy. As a global bestselling author, motivational speaker, and podcast host, the multi-hyphenate can add another accolade to her résumé: one of Amazon's hottest-selling authors. Her latest viral sensation, The Let Them Theory, just jumped two spots to No. 2 on Amazon's most-sold nonfiction book tally.

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Published in December 2024, the “Life-Changing Tool That Millions Can’t Stop Talking About” (as it’s subtitled) offers a practical mindset framework for protecting one’s peace. Built around a two-word philosophy, “Let Them,” Robbins’ book teaches readers to stop wasting time on other people’s behaviors and focus on the only thing they can control: themselves.

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The theory of “Let Them” originated in 2022, when poet and author Cassie Phillips posted a poem with a similar message to social media. Feeling isolated, she turned to her computer and wrote several lines of imperative thinking like, “If they want to go weeks without talking to you, LET THEM.”

The writing was an attempt to “get through the day knowing I didn’t have anybody but myself,” Phillips told The Atlantic. She was “learning not to give up on other people, but understanding I had to trust myself.”

In a now viral video posted to Instagram, Robbins shared the moment she learned of the theory herself: “I just heard about this thing called the ‘Let Them Theory.’ I freaking love this.”

She continued, “If your friends are not inviting you out to brunch this weekend, let them. If the person you’re really attracted to isn't interested in a commitment, let them. If your kids do not want to get up and go to that thing with you this week, let them stay home. So much time and energy is wasted on forcing other people to match our expectations.”

She concludes the video with, “If they’re not showing up how you want them to show up, do not try to force them to change; let them be themselves because they are revealing who they are to you. Just let them—and then you get to choose what you do next.”

According to Bookshop.org, The Let Them Theory was the No. 1 nonfiction bestseller of 2025. It’s been translated into more than 65 languages and sold more than 10 million copies in its first year.

Prior to The Let Them Theory, Robbins had another viral sensation with The 5 Second Rule, a guide to enriching life and destroying doubt in just five seconds.

In addition to books, Robbins hosts her self-titled podcast, which is the most-shared and most-followed podcast in the world. In 2025, it was nominated for a Golden Globe Award, the world’s first ever for a podcast.

The Let Them Theory is available at amazon.com.  

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Actor Mandy Moore shared a candid look at her postpartum body on social media this week, giving her followers an unfiltered view of the physical changes that come with having three children in rapid succession.

The 42-year-old This Is Us star posted a video to her Instagram Story on July 16 that addressed her physical appearance. Wearing a crop top and leggings, Moore stood in front of a mirror and used her hands to pinch and rub her stomach, highlighting the area for her followers.

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“After 3 kids in 3 1/2 years, this is what my body is….” Moore wrote in the caption overlaying the clip. “Loose skin and all.”

Moore shares three children with her husband, Dawes frontman Taylor Goldsmith. The couple’s family includes five-year-old son Gus, three-year-old son Ozzie, and 21-month-old daughter Lou. Moore has spent the majority of the last five years navigating pregnancies, childbirth, and postpartum recovery.

Immediately following the mirror selfie, Moore uploaded a second video to her Instagram Story documenting her return to physical training. The footage showed the star inside a gym executing a high-intensity exercise circuit. In the clip, she jumps up to grip a pull-up bar, drops down onto a fitness box, completes an incline push-up against the surface of the box, and then immediately repeats the entire movement sequence.

Moore used the caption of the workout video to clarify her perspective on fitness, explicitly stating that her goal is consistency and longevity rather than athletic perfection. "Also, I’m super awkward and not a natural athlete,” Moore wrote alongside the training footage, “but I’m committed to getting stronger for the long run.”

The social media updates are part of an ongoing trend for Moore, who has frequently used her platform to document the daily realities of motherhood, including both the physical adjustments and the logistical challenges of raising three toddlers.

Later in the same day's string of posts, Moore shared an additional text slide detailing a humorous, unscripted interaction she had with her oldest son, Gus, highlighting the good-natured, lighthearted banter of her household. “On our way to camp this morning, Gus asked me if I was going to die before dad because I’m older than him. BURN,”  wrote Moore. The Walk to Remember star continued, “I told him I’m only a year older than @taylordawesgoldsmith, geez.”

Megan Fox recently posted a racy lingerie shoot that has fans thinking it’s a preview for Jennifer’s Body 2. And while the overwhelming majority of Fox’s fans praised the jaw-droppingly stunning pics, one critic had something pretty harsh to say.

Along with comments such as, “The most beautiful woman on earth” and “Beautiful dark angel,” one person seemingly trolled the actress, writing, “This sh** is so unbelievably embarrassing for a 40 year old mom to be posting. 16 year old tublr sh**.”

Yes, Fox is 40. And yes, Fox is a mom. She has four children, Noah (born in 2012), Bodi (born in 2014), and Journey (born in 2016) with ex-husband Brian Austin Green and one-year-old Saga Blade Fox-Baker (born in 2025) with ex-fiancé Machine Gun Kelly. But “unbelievably embarrassing?” It doesn’t look like anyone, including Megan, agrees.

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The actress clapped back at her critic with a one-two punch to the Internet troll and her past beaus, replying, “Which one of my exes is this.” And of course, plenty of her supporters chimed in with their own take: “I genuinely don’t think she would care about what you think,” and “Not as embarrassing as a grown man creating troll accounts to pester celebrities.” 

One commenter pointed out, “Her being 40 means she has to wear turtleneck sweaters and granny panties? Is she supposed to seclude herself in her basement, knitting sweaters while drinking prune juice? You’re acting like she’s 80,” while others added, “When a 40 yr old mother of four children looks like that, well duh yes 100%” and, “Age has nothing to do with how you dress or express yourself through artistic outlets. Once you become a mom and get to 40, you don’t have to now start wearing ugly unflattering clothes and stay at home with your only activities being collecting knick-knacks and following conspiracy theories on Facebook.”

Even though there’s no debate on Megan looking absolutely amazing in these pics, some fans questioned whether the carousel of scholarship snapshots was actually a promo for her upcoming film. When one commenter asked, “Is this a Jennifer’s Body 2 tease?” Megan responded directly to the question with a person shrugging emoji and a hand over the mouth emoji. 

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Last October, when rumors that Diablo Cody would write a script for the sequel, Jennifer’s Body director Karyn Kusama told Deadline, “I know she’s working on it right now, and I’m very excited to hear what comes of it.” Earlier this week, other entertainment news outlets reported that Jennifer’s Body 2 (starring Fox and Amanda Seyfried) could start shooting this coming October. 

In celebration of her ‘Loveland’ album release, ethereal indie rock songstress Suki Waterhouse sat down with Teen Vogue to discuss the songs that shaped her life. With her perfect shag and vintage style, you’d expect to hear “You Don’t Own Me” by Leslie Gore on the Playlist of My Life series but Sisqó and Lil Jon? Color us surprised (and impressed.)

Looking back on her school dance memories in England, Waterhouse recalled that the early 2000s soundtrack included "Thong Song," along with Chingy's "Right Thurr," Lil Jon's "Get Low" and Shaggy's "It Wasn't Me." "I feel like Lil Jon's 'Get Low' just allowed you to really come out of your shell," she said.

When asked to name her "main character" song, Waterhouse didn't hesitate, choosing Leslie Gore's feminist anthem "You Don't Own Me." "That's very main character energy," she explained. She also cited No Doubt's "Just a Girl" as another defining track, noting that Gwen Stefani's influence even found its way into her own songwriting. Waterhouse pointed out that her song "Notting Hill" references the famous movie quote, "I'm just a girl standing in front of a boy asking him to love her."

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For heartbreak, Waterhouse picked Fiona Apple and Elvis Costello's live performance of "I Want You," calling it "the most heart-wrenching performance of Fiona Apple's I've ever seen."

She also shouted out Gabrielle's "Dreams," Mazzy Star's "Fade Into You," and artists including Sharon Van Etten, Cat Power, Lucinda Williams and Ani DiFranco as major musical influences. And if she ever had to walk into a boxing match? Waterhouse already has the perfect entrance music picked out. "I'd probably be doing it to 'I'm Really, Really Hot' by Missy Elliott," she joked. "That would be pretty scary to my opponent, I think."

Waterhouse's new album, Loveland, is out now, and the singer is also preparing to hit the road on tour. No Doubt, fans can only hope some of these iconic songs make their way into a future setlist.

Nikolai Timofeevich Zhilyakov, 79, survived being stranded alone in the Russian wilderness for nine days after a routine fishing trip turned into a fight for survival.

Zhilyakov went fishing in a forested area of Sakhalin Island, in eastern Russia, on July 6, according to Russian outlets ASTV, Rg.ru, and Izvestia, which cited the country's Ministry of Emergency Situations. When he failed to return, a multi-agency search effort was launched after his car was later found abandoned in the area.

Nine days later, on July 15, volunteers assisting with the search located Zhilyakov on the bank of the Pilevka River, roughly half a mile from where his car had been left. According to the outlets, he had tried to cut his own way out of the dense forest, but was ultimately unable to find his way to safety on his own. The Ministry of Emergency Situations described him as "exhausted" at the time he was found.

Footage of the rescue shows crews scanning the riverbank with a search-and-rescue dog before carrying Zhilyakov out of the woods on a stretcher. In one clip, he can be seen drinking water with visibly shaky hands.

Zhilyakov's son, Vladimir Zhilyakov, thanked the rescue teams in a video message shared after his father was found safe. "Thank you all so much for the miraculous rescue of our dad," he said, according to ASTV. "May God grant you all good health and long life."

The Ministry of Emergency Situations did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

Wilderness rescues involving elderly hikers or anglers have made headlines before. In 2024, a Russian man survived 67 days adrift on a small boat in the Sea of Okhotsk, one of the coldest bodies of water in East Asia, though his brother and teenage son did not survive the ordeal. His wife later said his weight may have played a role in helping him endure the extreme conditions.