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Ready to refresh your cookware for spring? Beautiful by Drew Barrymore’s sold-out rosé collection is almost back in stock at Walmart.com.
The limited-edition, rosé 6Qt Air Fryer ($90), 6QT Slow Cooker ($49.46) and 2SL Toaster ($39.96) sold out within a month. If you missed the first drop, they’ll be restocked in April, just in time for spring.
Other items available in the limited-edition colorway include the StandMixer ($99), Gooseneck Kettle ($29.97), 14 Cup Coffee Maker ($59), 12-Piece Personal Blender and 12-Piece Cookware Set ($129).
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Unfortunately, most of the collection is out of stock in rosé, but the 12-Piece Ceramic Non Stick Cookware Set is still available — and discounted to $109 — $20 off the list price.
Beautiful 12pc Ceramic Non-Stick Cookware Set, Rosé
$109
$129
16% off
The 12-Piece Ceramic Non Stick Cookware Set is available only in rosè and black sesame. It’s currently out of stock in cornflower blue, lavender, taupe, sage green, thyme green and white icing.
The set includes an 8-inch fry pan, 10-inch fry pan, 3-quart sauté pan, 2-quart saucepan, 5-quart Dutch oven and four cookware protectors. The non-toxic cookware is oven safe (up to 500 degrees) and dishwasher safe, but hand washing is recommended.
Beautiful by Drew Barrymore 5.3QT Stand Mixer
Mix up your favorite sweets and other goodies in the stand mixer. This 5.3-quart, tilt-head mixer features a powerful, 300-watt mixing system with 12 speed settings, and can mix up to nine dozen cookies at a time. The stand mixer is one of the top selling items from the brand, earning a 4.6-star rating and more than 1,500 customer reviews.
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Looking for more deals? The 6 Qt Air Fryer is sold out in rosé, but you can find it on sale for $69 (regularly $90) in select colors, including black sesame, white icing, cornflower blue and sage green.
Barrymore’s Beautiful line combines “high performance with premium designs” offering elevated cookware pieces that ditch the typical stainless steel aesthetic for “soft matte finishes” and “gorgeous gold hardware” at an affordable price.
Featured among the collection are kitchen appliances, accessories and cookware, including toasters, griddles, pots, pans, skillets, air fryers, an ice cream maker, fondue set, juicer and other must-have items.
And it’s not just for your kitchen. Beautiful by Drew Barrymore carries furniture and décor items such as coffee tables, ottomans and wall art.
On Thursday (Mar. 7), Pop Conference 2024 will kick off three days of programming that includes a keynote session with funk legend George Clinton, as well as with musical duo and Prince & the Revolution members Wendy & Lisa.
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This year’s PopCan, titled “Legacy! Legacy! Music Collections and Archives,” will be held Mar. 7-9 on the USC University Park campus. For the first time in the annual summit’s 22-year history, Pop Conference will be hosted by the USC Thornton School of Music, in collaboration with the USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism.
“For 22 years the Pop Conference has been an incredible gathering of pop music writers, journalists, critics, scholars and musicians,” says dean of the USC Thornton School of Music Jason King, who serves as the USC conference producer and keynote curator for PopCon. “It’s an unparalleled opportunity to engage in sustained, thoughtful discussion on pop music over the course of a weekend.
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“This year’s theme—all about music legacies, archives and collections—is a topical one, given that we’re living in a moment where we are witnessing polarizing cultural debates around the value of history, memory and the past,” King continues. “I’m so happy to bring this conference to USC and Los Angeles.”
The first day of PopCan will be highlighted by A Little Light Under the Sun: The Unstoppable Funky Genius and Cosmic Legacy of George Clinton, in which the icon will discuss “history, legacy and impact in relationship to his personal archives and history,” per programming. On Friday night (Mar. 8), Wendy & Lisa will be in conversation with Timothy Anne Burnside, museum curatorial specialist at the Smithsonian National African American Museum of History and Culture.
In addition, a roundtable discussion “A Seat at the (Mother)Ship: The Reclamation of Women’s Stories in Parliament-Funkadelic” will center and recognize the women who became fundamental in building the legacy of P-Funk. PopCon programming will be rounded out by more panels and discussions, mentorship sessions and performances.
Pop Conference 2024 is free and open to the public, with advance registration here.
Go west, they said. Scarlett Lee did just that with an audition on American Idol, for a glittering result. Raised in London, the Brit stepped into auditions Sunday night (March 3) and showcased her warm tones and extensive range, performing a cover of Emeli Sandé’s “Clown.”
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The three judges lapped it up.
“Oh, my goodness,” was Lionel Richie’s immediate response. “You do know that your trip was worth it. It was so well executed. I really enjoyed what you did.”
Luke Bryan chimed in: “What I do love is you have a neat personality. You have a neat little aura and vibe going on.”
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Katy Perry admitted she was hesitant when she heard the song choice. “Are we being pranked here,” was her initial thought. No, no it wasn’t. “That is one of my favorite songs,” the “Firework” singer continued. “It’s so vulnerable.”
It’s not the 26-year-old’s first rodeo. In 2018, Lee competed in the 15th season of the U.K.’s X Factor, finishing in second place, behind winner Dalton Harris; and participated in the 14th season, reaching the six-chair challenge.
Wearing a red dress, heels and bringing a “vibe” to the Idol auditions, Lee immediately won fans. “You’re fun and a little bit funky,” Perry continued. “Your personality is so big, and sometimes people don’t take you seriously. But when you sing a song and you sing a song like that, then you cut through all of the layers. It doesn’t matter the makeup, it doesn’t matter the outfit. You become Scarlett Lee the artist. The possible next American Idol. You become serious. So I’m taking you seriously. Your soul is shining through.”
It’s three yeses for Lee. And a golden ticket to Hollywood.
Judges Richie, Perry and Bryan and host Ryan Seacrest have all returned for the current, 22nd season of American Idol, which will be Perry’s last, she revealed in an interview with Jimmy Kimmel Live! ahead of the season premiere on Feb. 18.
The talent show airs on Sundays at 8 p.m. ET on ABC.
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Open wide! Benny Blanco is ready to get cooking with Billboard and talkshoplive.
The music producer will be showcasing recipes from his new cookbook, Open Wide: A Cookbook for Friends, and chatting with Billboard‘s Lyndsey Havens on Monday (March 4) at 10 a.m. PT/1 p.m. ET.
“I know cooking seems hard. It’s not that hard,” Blanco says in a video teasing his shopping livestream. During the stream, Blanco will show fans and foodies alike how to make his “ultimate breakfast” using a recipe featured in the cookbook.
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He’ll also be dropping details on “how to kick your friends out without making them hate you” and opening the floor up to questions. “You can ask me whatever you want – and I mean whatever you want.”
Plus, you’ll get an autographed copy when you pre-order the cookbook, which will be released on April 30.
The cookbook features chapters like “5 Dishes to Get You Laid and One for the Morning After,” “I Wish I Were an Italian Grandma,” “Take Me to the Cheesy Rodeo” and “F*ck Morton’s Steakhouse.”
What’s on the menu? Learn how to make Lose Your Mind Lobster Rolls, the “I Might Go Vegetarian” Veggie Sandwich, an “I Hope We Didn’t Make a Baby” Breakfast Burrito and other recipes, such as baklava, chicken cutlets with honey, peppers and parm, and caprese with roasted pepper and burrata.
Talkshoplive makes it easy to shop for must-have items from your favorite music stars and more. The first-of-its-kind platform combines shopping with livestreaming, offering a unique way to buy and sell must-have items online.
Garth Brooks, Jared Leto, Ciara, Jordan Sparks, Angela Simmons and Jesse James Decker are a few of the celebrities who previously collaborated with us for Billboard Live Shopping Week with talkshoplive late last year.
Some of the platform’s most popular channels include Brooks, De La Soul, Zach Williams, Blanco and Judas Priest.
Be sure to head to catch Blanco on talkshoplive on Monday at 1 p.m. ET/10 a.m. PT. The livestream will simulcast across Billboard‘s and Blanco’s Facebook and Instagram accounts.
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Amber Riley, Monica Goodwin, and K. Michelle return in Single Black Female 2: Simone’s Revenge, the sequel to the hit 2022 film, premiering Saturday (March 2) on Lifetime.
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Single Black Female 2 picks up three years after the events of the first movie where Monica (Goodwin) “narrowly escaped” her “murderous half-sister” Simone (Riley). In the sequel, Simone lands a job as host of Seattle’s No. 1 primetime investigation series. Meanwhile, Monica is battling amnesia, but gets her memory back after seeing Simone on TV, which leads to a reunion between the two sisters.
Morgan Alexandria, Christine Horn, and Kendrick Cross also star in the film.
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Single Black Female 2: Simone’s Revenge is produced by Swirl Films for Lifetime. Gold Morgan, Ron Robinson, Abbey Sibucao and Eric Tomosunas serve as executive producers. Shari Carpenter directs from a script written by Sa’Rah Jones and Tessa Scott.
The first film was the top, non-holiday original movie of 2022, with 8.0 million total viewers across linear and digital platforms.
Read on for ways to watch and stream from anywhere.
How to Watch
Single Black Female 2 will premiere Saturday on Lifetime at 8 p.m. ET/PT. The movie will also stream on the Lifetime App a day after it airs.
If you don’t have cable or a streaming subscription, you can watch Lifetime for free on platforms such as Philo and DirecT (use ExpressVPN for international streaming).
Philo offers a free trial for the first week and streaming plans for just $25 per month. The streaming plan gets you access to 70+ cable channels such as Lifetime, LMN, A&E, AMC, BET, MTV, FYI, Food Network, CMT, ID, Nickelodeon, OWN, TRVL, and WEtv.
To watch cable channels and local networks, subscribe to DirecTV. Streaming plans start at $69.99/month for the 75+ channels and a free trial for five days.
The channel lineup includes ABC, NBC, CBS, Fox, Lifetime, A&E, Paramount Network, E!, Bravo, CNN, ESPN, Food Network, Cartoon Network, CMT, Nickelodeon, FX, FS1, FYI, MTV, VH1, HGTV, HLN, Ion, ID, Pop TV, REELZ, and QVC.
Watch the trailer to Single Black Female 2 below.
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Outdoor festivals and concerts are just some of the perks that come with warm weather, but sitting on the ground can come with its risks if you don’t have the proper festival gear. Whether you’re resting after dancing to your favorite artists or are enjoying sunny weather with friends at the park, a good picnic blanket is essential to avoid ending up with a wet bottom — or worse, grass and dirt stains on your jeans.
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Adding a picnic blanket to your packing list will not only add some cushion to the hard ground, but will keep you dry and comfortable, no matter your location.
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There are a number of good outdoor blankets you can choose from online, but which ones should you actually be buying? To help make the decision easier, Billboard Shopping has broken down the best picnic blankets below to help narrow your options.
What Is the Best Material for Outdoor Blankets?
Sure, you could use any type of blanket outdoors, but the best picnic blankets are made from a waterproof material that won’t soak through if the ground is wet. You’ll want to be on the lookout for fabrics like polyurethane laminate (PUL) and nylon to prevent any water soaking through. Plus, if you go to the beach, these materials are smooth enough to easily brush off sand without trapping it.
What Is the Best Size for a Picnic Blanket?
If you plan on using a picnic blanket for yourself and another person you’ll want to opt for a blanket that can fit you, the other person, as well as additional space for snacks, drinks and more. Outdoor gear brand Kamui suggests using a blanket 50 inches x 60 inches to comfortably fit two people. For five or more people you’ll want to consider an outdoor blanket that measures around 80 inches x 80 inches.
What Are the Best Picnic Blankets?
From beach-friendly designs to budget-friendly picks, below we rounded up some of the best picnic blankets on the market that’ll easily become a travel necessity.
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editor’s pick
Rumpl The Original Puffy Outdoor Blanket
$80
$125
36% off
$110+
Rumpl’s outdoor blanket caught our eye not just for its cute designs, but for its puffy material that’ll add some cushion to the ground. The polyester material comes with a coating that’s waterproof and odor-proof to keep it fresh and dry no matter what environment you’re in. It’s also available in a two person size here.
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waterproof pick
Picnic Time XL Outdoor Blanket Tote
Whether you’re stargazing or watching a movie outdoors, this picnic blanket will help protect your behinds from getting soaked due to dewy, wet grass. The bottom is made with a water-resistant material while the top features an insulating fleece fabric for added warmth. It even folds up into a tote for easier portability.
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budget-friendly pick
Maraawa Picnic Blanket
Maraawa’s Picnic Blanket combines quality with an affordable price tag, so you can save money without sacrificing your comfort. The foldable design can be packed into your tote or beach bag, and can fit up to five adults when unfolded. It’s also made with an oxford polyester top, while the PVC bottom will help keep sand and water away.
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warm pick
KingCamp Outdoor Picnic Blanket
$21.99
$29.99
27% off
You don’t have to ditch warmth when you sit on the ground using this outdoor picnic blanket from KingCamp. The underside of the picnic blanket features a PU coating that aims to be waterproof and windproof while the top side has a soft fleece material to help insulate heat. It can also fit up to two people at once.
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travel pick
Horizon Hound Down Outdoor Blanket
$61.75
$69
11% off
Horizon Hound’s outdoor blanket isn’t just waterproof, it also features a puffy design for extra padding for you to sit on. On top of that, it can be rolled up into a compact pouch for traveling and uses a nylon material that’s tear-proof for added longevity.
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Extra large pick
Zaze Extra Large Picnic Outdoor Blanket
$28.49
$59.99
53% off
No one will have to bring their own blanket once you have Zaze’s extra large picnic blanket in your arsenal. It measures 80 inches x 80 inches to fit up to eight adults, and uses three layers of cotton material for added comfort. When you’re done using the blanket, simply roll it up and secure it in place to take with you on the go.
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beach pick
Ocoopa Diveblues Sandproof Outdoor Blanket
$32.99
$37.99
13% off
This picnic blanket is ready to upgrade your beach days using an extra-large size that’ll easily fit you and a few friends. The sandproof material also means you can brush and shake sand off without worry of dragging it home with you.
For more product recommendations, check out our roundups of the best camping gear, travel backpacks and shoes for travel.
Paris Fashion Week is underway, with designers showing off their womenswear looks ahead of the fall/winter season in the City of Light. With this year’s festivities running from Feb. 26 to March 5, more than 100 shows and presentations will take place over the week in the romantic French capital including top designers lik Saint […]
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Kate Winslet returns to HBO in The Regime, a six-episode, dark comedy about “life within the walls of a modern authoritarian regime as it begins to unravel,” per Warner Bros Discovery.
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Winslet stars as Chancellor Elena Vernham in the limited series, premiering on HBO on Sunday (March 3). The cast includes Matthias Schoenaerts, Guillaume Gallienne, Andrea Riseborough, Martha Plimpton, and Hugh Grants.
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The Regime is executive produced by Will Tracy, who also serves as showrunner and writer, Frank Rich, Tracey Seaward, Winslet, Stephen Frears and Jessica Hobbs. Seth Reiss, Sarah DeLappe, Gary Shteyngart, Jen Spyra, and Juli Weiner are writers on the series.
Keep reading for ways to watch and stream the series online.
How to Watch
HBO will premiere The Regime on Sunday, March 3, at 9 p.m. ET/PT. Viewers that have access to HBO through cable or streaming can check your local listings for channel information.
No cable? There are plenty of ways to watch HBO without cable. For starters, you can stream The Regime and more on Max. Plans start at $9.99/month for ad-supported streaming on two devices at once in Full HD.
Max has an ad-free plan for $15.99/month and an Ultimate Ad-Free plans for $19.99. The Ultimate Ad-Free plan includes 4K Ultra HD streaming on up to four devices, Dolby Atmos immersive audio and 100 downloads so you can watch on the go with or without Wifi. Max also lets you stream NBA, NHL, MLB and more with the B/R Sports Add-On package.
Looking for a free trial to HBO Max? You can score one through DirecTV, Prime Video and Hulu. DirecTV’s Premier plan includes free HBO, Max, Starz and over 150 other channels, plus a free trial for the first five days. Prime Video and Hulu offer free trials for up to a week (use ExpressVPN to stream internationally). Click here for more ways to land a free trial to Max.
Some of the TV shows and movies streaming on Max include Curb Your Enthusiasm, True Detective Night Country, Succession, Euphoria, Barry, Hacks, The White Lotus, And Just Like That, Game of Thrones: House of the Dragon, The Color Purple, Wonka and Priscilla.
Watch the trailer for The Regime below.
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