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One of your favorite artist beauty brands just added new shades to its product lineup — and you can shop it now. Ariana Grande showed off shimmery lips on Thursday (June 22) when she announced new shades for R.E.M. Beauty’s thank u, next plumping lip gloss line. You can officially snag these limited-edition shades exclusively on the makeup brand’s site.
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In a series of posts on Instagram, the Wicked actress teased the new shades with a cute video of her sporting trendy accessories from the ’00s — including a fluffy bucket hat. In it, she is seen talking on a flip phone with herself describing the thank u, next-inspired shades named after songs from the album including “needy,” “7 rings” and “thank you, next.”
“I’m going to head over to the website myself now and order some myself before her mom orders all them,” she says at the end of the video.
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These shades won’t be sticking around forever and, in fact, are a part of the larger thank u, next capsule that the brand released prior. The video also hinted at more new products to come soon — “not like 10 days or less soon, but soon soon,” the star specified in the video.
Limited-Edition thank u, next Plumping Lip Gloss
$17
Achieve softer, more kissable lips with the help of this plumping lip gloss. It comes in three limited-edition shades including pink, mauve and light pink with champagne accents. The lip gloss uses ingredients like passionfruit and apricot oils to help nourish, hydrate and leave lips looking glossy and hydrated. When applied, there may be a cooling sensation on your lips, which is just the plumping properties working. Plus, R.E.M. Beauty is PETA-approved meaning it’s cruelty-free!
For more product recommendations, check out our roundups of the best makeup tools for beginners, refillable lipsticks and celebrity fragrances.
Damsel in distress be damned — Kim Petras is ready to liberate herself with her brand new album. On Friday (June 23), Petras unveiled her long-awaited new album Feed the Beast via Republic Records / Amigo Records. Spanning 15 tracks, the new album soundtracks the fast-rising trans pop star’s journey toward self-acceptance, styled around the […]
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Get ready for a Furby revival. The plushy toy that caused stampedes (and hundreds of fights) in the late ‘90s, will be reintroduced to a new generation for its 25th anniversary, Hasbro announced Thursday (June 22).
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“Following its craze-inducing launch in 1998, Furby has taken the world by storm, impacting every corner of the culture zeitgeist, from music to television and film,” said Kristin McKay, vp & general manager, Hasbro fashion & preschool. “For the brand’s 25th anniversary, we wanted to ignite the same excitement for this new generation by harnessing Furby’s power of nostalgia while giving Gen Alpha everything they crave.”
Just how big was Furby mania? The robotic toy, introduced by Hasbro’s Tiger Electronics imprint, became an instant fan favorite selling over 40 million units in the first three years. The Furby franchise expanded to Furby Babies and Furby Friends including Gizmo Furby (stream Gremlins here). After sales stalled, Furby was revived in 2005 and again in 2012.
The new and improved Furby — available in purple and coral — retails for $69.99 at Amazon and will be released to other major retailers on July 15. Furby is designed for kids ages 6 and up, but ’90s babies will enjoy the nostalgia.
Despite new features such as five voice-activated modes and over 600 responses, including lights, sounds and 10 “unique songs,” the cuddly, interactive toy has the same bug-eyed design as its predecessor — but with a few, colorful updates.
Coral Furby features shades of pink fur, turquoise ears and big, black eyes with gold stars in them. Purple Furby has a similar look with turquoise fur highlights, turquoise ears and the signature big eyes, but with pink hearts in them.
Furby responds to hugs, pats, belly tickles, shaking, and you can feed it a toy pizza charm. The fuzzy creature can tell your fortune, host a mini dance party or light show and respond to other commands such as “Copy Cat” and “Let’s Chill.” Whatever it takes to match your mood, Furby will make it happen.
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Furby Coral, 15 Fashion Accessories, Interactive Plush Toys
$69.99
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Need a new pair of slides? Summer is just getting started, but the weather has been heating up for weeks in some places, and if you’ve been looking for comfortable shoes to slide into for the Fourth of July, we have the perfect list for you.
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Below, find a collection of nine of the most comfortable slides to rock this summer. From Adidas to Birkenstocks, Crocs and more, keep reading for our list of comfortable summer shoes for men and women priced from $12 and up.
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adidas Men’s Adilette Shower Slides Black/White/White
$from $12.00
Kicking things off with a classic: Adidas Adilette Slides are ideal for wearing around the house, the pool, and shower. These slides feature a quick-drying Cloudfoam footbed that cradles your feet with soft cushioning, the EVA outsole provides lightweight comfort, while the bandage-style upper features brand’s signature three-stripes. You can get Adidas Adilette slides in more than a dozen different colors and sizes at Adidas, Amazon, Zappos and other retailers.
Old Navy EVA Slide Sandals for Women
$18.80 $24.99 25% off% OFF
On a tight budget? These eco-friendly Old Navy retail for under $25, and they’ve earned a near-perfect customer rating. Colors include cosmic rouge (pictured above), moon sand, blackjack, mango sherbert, white lilies and saguaro (green). For a similar style, try the Cushionaire slide ($25).
Classic Crocs Slide
$22.49 $29.99 25% off% OFF
Speaking of cloud-like comfort, Crocs’ Classic II Slide is equipped with the trademarked Croslite foam cushion to keep your feet comfortable — regardless of whether you’re at the beach or in the backyard. They’re also lightweight, easy to clean and available in numerous colors including white, blue, black, pink, yellow, violet and red — but they’re only on sale in select colors. Like other Crocs, the Classic II Slide has holes at the top to load up your with up to 13 Jibbitz charms. Click here for more Crocs to buy this summer.
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Women’s OOahh Slide Sandal
$59.95
The OOahh Slide Sandal from Oofos comes highly recommended from thousands of satisfied customers. They might look a little funny to some (“They’re like if Crocs and Birkenstocks had a baby,” according to one Amazon reviewer), but they get high marks for being affordable and extremely comfortable. Available in men’s sizes and women’s sizes, the OOahh Slide comes in nine different colors (black, cabernet, forest green, eggnog, mocha, navy, purple haze, water drop, and slate) and sizes ranging from 3 to 14. Find your perfect pair at major retailers such as Amazon, REI, DSW, and at Oofos.com.
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All Birds
Allbirds Sugar Sliders
$35 $50 30% off% OFF
Comfy and cushy, Allbirds’ Sugar Sliders come in five different colors including orange, black, pink, blue and white. The shoes are made from trademarked SweetFoam materials which are derived from sugarcane and the world’s first eco-friendly EVA (the rubber-like material typically used to make soles). Also featured: webbing straps made from recycled polyester and a bio TPU strap end.
Arizona Birko-Flor Birkenstock
$55 $110 50% off% OFF
A timeless summer shoe. Birkenstock sandals are made to get your through multiple seasons, but they’re especially great during the summer. The Arizona Birko-Flor pictured above is available in green and blue and 50% off — but it’s almost out of stock, so move quickly to ensure that you get your size. Click here to shop additional styles.
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Tuckernuck
Cognac Leather Alibi Sandals
$155
Tuckernuck’s Cognac Alibi Sandal is a cheaper alternative to the $700 Hermes Oran Sandal. The cognac-colored sandals pictured above will pair perfectly with jeans, shorts, a sundress and other summer looks. For similar designs, check out the Steve Madden Hoku Slide ($50) and this $20 banded sandal from Amazon Essentials.
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Tory Burch
Tory Burch Miller Cloud Sandal
$127 $198 36% off% OFF
Tory Burch’s Miller Cloud Sandal is currently on sale in butter yellow, but the sandal is available in different colors including ivory, brown and black. This chic sandal feature a molded footbed wrapped in soft leather, a dual-density foam core with a rubber sole and a graphic logo at the top (laser-cut with hand-painted edges). Click here for more deals on Tory Burch sandals and shoes.
Givenchy Logo Slide
$295
The jury’s still out on the most comfortable designer slides, but if you’re interested in splurging, consider the Givenchy logo print sandal ($295). The slip-on sandal features a rubber sole with the Givenchy logo on the top. If you’re in the market for more designer footwear, check out the Versace Greca Sandal ($325), Gucci Rubber Slide ($400), or Burberry Equestrian Knight Slide Sandal ($750).
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Commuting anywhere — whether it’s to work, visit family or pick someone up from the many tours and festivals happening now — can be long if you don’t have the right music and devices with you. Instead of spending your drive or flight trying to fill the time, having the right commuter gadgets can make your journey all the more smooth.
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Whether it’s a solid pair of noise-canceling headphones to drown out nearby chatter or a slim e-reader to dive into your collection of music books, we’ve found the best commuter gadgets to keep you plugged in and ready to tackle commutes of all types of transportation and lengths.
Keep scrolling to check out our picks of bestselling and highly rated devices for commuting from Amazon, Walmart and more.
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Beats Studio 3 Wireless Noise-Cancelling Headphones
$169.00 $349.95 52% OFF
Beats wireless headphones have garnered rave reviews — and it’s easy to see why. Not only is the Studio 3 model an Amazon Choice, but it’s rated 4.7 stars with over 30,000 shoppers giving it a five-star rating for its “excellent noise canceling and AMAZING battery life,” as one reviewer put it.
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Twelve South AirFly Pro Bluetooth Wireless Audio Transmitter
$54.99
Wireless headphones and earbuds have grown in popularity, but airplanes typically don’t have the Bluetooth capabilities for its in-flight entertainment — but that’s where the AirFly Pro comes in. Simply plug it into a headphone jack and you’ll be able to connect your wireless listening device straight to it. Plus, it’s compact enough to throw in a backpack, purse, fanny pack and more.
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Kindle Paperwhite (8GB)
$139.99
Our purses, suitcases and satchels don’t have enough room for more than two books at once, which is why a Kindle Paperwhite is such a great investment. You’ll have access to thousands of books in your own personal library without the added weight. You can also customize the text size, brightness and more to make it uniquely your own.
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Durecopow 20000mAh Solar Charger
$25.99 $49.99 48% off% OFF
Don’t let a low battery slow you down when you’re on the go. This portable charger is ideal for traveling, camping or just juicing your phone up at work. It doesn’t require a cable to charge itself up either thanks to the solar panel design that’ll keep it at a strong battery level wall you charge up to two devices at once. It even comes with a built-in compass and flashlight to adapt to your adventures.
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Samsung Galaxy Watch 5
$299.00 $359.99 17% OFF
This Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 will allow you to track your fitness goals, text, call and even listen to music. For days you forget your phone at home or don’t want to dig around in your tote bag to find it, this watch will tell you everything with just a simple glance. Plus, it’s on sale!
Nintendo Switch
$283.80
Take your gaming with you on the go with a compact Nintendo Switch. Whether you’re looking to sport you latest Legend of Zelda merch or just want to have a gaming session on the train, this device will let you do it all. Traveling with a friend? The Joy-Cons easily split for multiplayer action, so you can play together while you wait to reach your destination.
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Ember Thermos
$199.99
The Ember Thermos is the splurge-worthy accessory that will keep you coffee, tea and more at the perfect temperature — in style. Choose how hot or cold you want your drink using the touchpad and enjoy up to three hours of a full charge before needing to return it to its charging coaster. Bye, bye trips to the microwave!
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After OG coach Blake Shelton‘s final spin last month, The Voice is continuing its reinvention of the coaches panel. While the upcoming fall season 24 will feature Shelton’s wife, Gwen Stefani, alongside fellow returning judges Niall Horan and John Legend, as well as newcomer Reba McEntire, the following season will seriously mix things up.
Come spring 2024, season 25 will bring even bigger changes, with Grammy-winning country duo Dan + Shay joining the lineup as the series’ first-ever coaching duo. They will join Legend and McEntire, along with returning season 23 fan-favorite coach Chance the Rapper.
Though The Voice has never had a two-headed coaching team, Dan + Shay are not strangers to the franchise, as they stepped in as Shelton’s battle advisors in season 20.
Before all that change, though, McEntire will slide into the spot vacated by Shelton for the upcoming fall season 24. Earlier this year, McEntire was asked if she thought she’d make a good replacement for Shelton, revealing that she was almost one of the original Voice judges. She told ET that she was offered a role on the show before it debuted in 2011, with producers pivoting to Shelton when Reba passed.
“I got [a look at] the Holland version of The Voice. They sent it to me and I said, ‘I can’t see me doing that,’” she said in February of her feelings after seeing the original version of the show that went on to spawn a global franchise. “Because, you know, I’m a gypsy at heart,” added McEntire, 68, of her desire not to be tied to one project for so long.
McEntire didn’t totally bail, though, acting as a mentor to Team Blake in 2011, returning in 2015 and then again this past season as a Mega Mentor.
Check out the Dan + Shay tease below.
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It’s a few weeks in, but Celine Dion made the wait for her 2023 Pride Month playlist well worth it. The singer posted her “Love Is Love” Pride playlist on Wednesday (June 21), a massive 81-track roster that, of course, includes a few of her new songs and some classics, as well as killer selections from Madonna, Tina Turner, Britney Spears, Queen, RuPaul, Lady Gaga and more.
“Only love, only love, only love, only love is the gift! Love is for everyone, no matter who you are, where you’re from and who you want to love! Be yourself and be loud!” read a tweet from the singer about the super-packed list that runs more than five hours.
The party kicks off with a pair of Dion’s tracks from the recent Love Again soundtrack, “The Gift” and “I’ll Be,” followed by a nod to the late rock goddess Turner (“The Best”), Candi Staton’s 1970s disco classic “Young Hearts Run Free,” Madonna’s “Music” and Robyn’s modern dance classic “Dancing on My Own.”
There’s fellow Canadian Shania Twain’s “Man! I Feel Like a Woman,” Britney’s “Stronger,” and Sam Smith’s cover of Donna Summer’s “I Feel Love,” as well as Lizzo’s “Good as Hell” (featuring Ariana Grande), ABBA’s “Dancing Queen,” Miley Cyrus’ “Flowers” and Lady Gaga’s ultimate pride paean, “Born This Way.”
The list also includes tracks from Harry Styles (“Late Night Talking”), Sia (“Unstoppable”), Queen (“Don’t Stop Me Now”), Cher (“Believe”), Katy Perry (“I Kissed a Girl”) and a few from RuPaul (“Sissy That Walk,” “Supermodel (You Better Work).”
Dion was recently forced to cancel all of her 2023-2024 European tour dates due to her ongoing battle with a rare neurological disease. The affected dates included 2023 shows in Amsterdam, Paris, Antwerp, Copenhagen, Oslo, Stockholm and Helsinki that were slated to take place from late August to early October, as well as 23 European shows booked for March 6-April 22.
The singer performed the first 52 dates of the Courage tour in North America before the pandemic paused it in March 2020. She was then diagnosed with a rare condition called Stiff Person Syndrome, which her team said causes severe and persistent muscle spasms that have prevented her from performing. In December 2022, Dion pushed all her 2023 dates into 2024, and canceled them entirely before initially vowing to reboot the European portion of the tour this summer.
See Dion’s tweet and the playlist below.
Only love, only love, only love, only love is the gift!Love is for everyone, no matter who you are, where you’re from and who you want to love! Be yourself and be loud!Here it is, as a tradition, Celine’s 2023 Pride playlist! https://t.co/ZECPUKSN6SHappy Pride everyone!🏳️🌈-TC pic.twitter.com/vlLHRMEmzR— Celine Dion (@celinedion) June 21, 2023
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Four decades of music, one legendary band. Duran Duran’s concert documentary A Hollywood High arrived Wednesday (June 21) on Paramount+.
Released in theaters last year, A Hollywood High celebrates the British rock band’s 40-year career and “love affair with Los Angeles.” The film features new interviews with the band alongside a performance on a Hollywood rooftop near the legendary Capitol Records building, the band’s first label home. The concert footage was shot in Los Angeles in March 2022.
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How to Watch Duran Duran’s Concert Documentary on Paramount+
A Hollywood High is available exclusively on Paramount+. If you’re not already subscribed, you can stream the movie with a free trial from Paramount+.
Paramount+ subscriptions start at $4.99/month (or $49.99 a year) for ad-supported streaming and $9.99/month (or $99.99 a year) for the ad-free Premium plan. Both subscription tiers let you stream tens of thousands of episodes and movies but upgrading to the Premium tier gives you access to local CBS stations. And if you’re a Prime member, you can stream Paramount+ on Prime Video.
Paramount+
$4.99/month after 7-day free trial
Paramount+ is home to exclusive shows like Fatal Attraction, The Family Stone, School Spirits, Star Trek: Picard, 1923, 1883, Mayor of Kingstown, Seal Team, Star Trek Discovery, RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars, Why Women Kill, Before I Forget and iCarly.
Additionally, Paramount+ subscribers can stream Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves, Scream VI, 80 for Brady and, Top Gun: Maverick and other movies on the platform.
In addition to a streaming release, A Hollywood High will be available on Blu-ray and DVD on Aug. 4. The Blu-ray and DVD is packed with 20 extra minutes of exclusive content including unseen footage, an additional song recorded at the band’s live performance and highlights from a film Q&A with the band in Los Angeles.
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Duran Duran – A Hollywood High: Live In Los Angeles Blu-ray
$24.95
Product bundles will also be available, which will include limited-edition recordings from the show released as flexi-disc test pressings in specially designed booklets and signed items from the band.
Fans in London can attend a special one-night-only screening of A Hollywood High at Outernet on Aug. 3. Tickets will be available via DICE, according to Duran Duran’s website.
As far as music goes, Duran Duran will resume its North American tour with a show in San Diego, Calif., on Aug. 22. The tour will include stops in Las Vegas, Chicago, Boston, Toronto, Detroit, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Washington D.C. and more. Get tickets here.
See the trailer for A Hollywood High below.