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BLINKS, get ready! The latest BLACKPINK x Casetify collaboration is now live.
The limited collection dropped on Tuesday (Oct. 25) and invites fans to “become besties with their favorite K-pop girl group.”
The BLACKPINK x Casetify collection features six different designs, which includes a mirror case inspired by the group’s hit single “Pink Venom” and memo cases with pre-printed autographs from Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé and Lisa. Fans can also customize the memo cases with their own unique message.
The collection retails for $28-$122 and features an assortment of phone and tech accessories for iPhone (including this sold-out iPhone 14 Pro Bundle Box) and select Samsung devices. BLINKS who signed up early at Casetify.com to get priority access were among the first to shop the collection.
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The new collection will be the second time that Casetify and BLACKPINK have joined forces in a matter of months (their first sold-out collaboration was released in late 2021). Casetify has partnered with other recording artists, including BTS and Olivia Rodrigo.
BLACKPINK made history as the first K-pop quartet to top the Billboard Hot 100 with the release of their Born Pink album. In addition to releasing a new Casetify collection, the group kicked off the North American leg of their Born Pink world tour in Dallas on Oct. 25. Click here for details on how to buy tickets to the tour.
Want more BLACKPINK gear? Read our list of must-have BLACKPINK merch that K-pop fans won’t be able to resist. Shop items from the BLACKPINK x Casetify collection below.
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Peak Whitney Houston was impossible to beat.
Clearly Andrew Igbokidi and Zach Newbould read the memo when they engaged in a Battle Tuesday night (Oct. 25) for NBC’s The Voice.
The Team Camila singers went to work with Houston’s “I Wanna Dance with Somebody,” steering it into different territory. The pair stripped it down, creating a midtempo number with few clues to the shiny ‘80s original.
“Zach your voice really shined,” enthuses Gwen Stefani. “It was like an alternative sounding voice in a pop song. I like the contrast of that.”
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Igbokidi, she comments, had great range and unexpected runs. “And you are very beautiful, it was stunning when you came out.”
John Legend also picked up on Igbokidi knack for “very cool” unexpected vocal flurries. “You have an interesting approach to music.” His rival, however, is “more consistently on point” with “really lovely” tone. “It was really well executed”
Blake Shelton cut to the chase. Nerves got the better of Igbokidi. “Andrew, almost felt like something was holding you back,” he remarks. “I just think you’re better than what happened here today.” Newbould delivered best in this “tall task,” he admits.
Cabello went deeper on Igbokidi’s stumbles. “I think that your hypercriticism of yourself is keeping you from accessing the freedom and the fun to go to that next level. But the talent is there.”
However, Newbould stepped up under the bright lights. And he did it consistently.
Cabello had a decision to make. Her pick, like Igbokidi’s runs, was most unexpected.
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Sweater weather! The fall equinox arrived last month, which means it’s time to stock up on fall essentials.
No matter what your weather looks like, there’s no harm in shopping for seasonal must-haves, and we’re here to help make the search easier and more affordable. Below, find a list of a dozen of the best sales on women’s sweaters and cardigans starting at just $20.
For more fall essentials, read our roundups of cozy UGG boots, puff coats and parkas.
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Want a short but chunky sweater? This knit sweater is available in sizes 4-12, and it’s selling out fast at ASOS. Save up to 50% off cozy wear items at ASOS, including sweaters, dresses, jackets, jeans, purses, shoes and more.
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This fisherman sweater from Anthropologie can be dressed up with a leather skirt like the photo above, or dressed down with a pair of jeans. Shop dresses, tops, jackets, pants, intimates, jeans, shorts, skirts, loungewear, activewear and tons of other items starting at $9.95 at Anthropologie.
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It’s not on sale, but $75 is a great price for cashmere. Naadam’s $75 women’s cashmere sweater pairs perfectly with slacks or jeans and is available in dozens of colors, including white, black, smoke, olive, dark ginger, navy blue, peacock blue, and limited edition shades (sizes XXS-XXL). Find men’s sweaters here.
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Cuddle up this fall in the Milo Tunic from Free People. This cozy sweater (currently 40% off at Nordstrom) features a slouchy silhouette with ribbed trim. Love Free People? You might also like the Ottomon Slouchy Tunic ($168), which is available in 12 different colors (black, blue, pink, red, green, etc) and sizes ranging from XS-XL. Shop Free People sale items starting at $6.95 and enjoy free shipping at FreePeople.com.
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J. Crew’s best-selling, puff sleeve crew comes in three different colors (lilac ivory, merlot ivory and apricot ivory) and sizes XXS-3X. Save on outwear, boots and more in men’s, women’s and kid’s sizes at J. Crew. Shop men’s and women’s sweaters starting at $44.50, men’s flannels from $39.50 and up, women’s boots starting at $98, save an extra 20% off with J. Crew card purchases, and 50% off select items with code: SHOFALL.
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Get wrapped up in this $16 sweater! The orange, wrap sweater pictured above is nearly sold out (sizes 2,4 and 6 are still available) but you can find similar tie sweaters at ASOS in green ($24) and oatmeal ($21).
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Cabello will join previous A-list coaches Blake Shelton, Gwen Stefani and John Legend as they turn their chairs for aspiring stars with the goal to coach them throughout the season.
See below for everything you need to know to watch The Voice both on TV and online.
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The Voice: Premiere Date, Time, Channel
The Voice airs Mondays and Tuesdays at 8 p.m. ET/PT on NBC and will stream on Peacock.
How to Watch The Voice Online Free
For those without cable, you can watch The Voice online via NBC.com with a cable provider login. The NBC app is also available on smartphone devices, Amazon Fire, Apple TV, Roku and more.
Additionally, purchasing a digital TV antenna on Amazon here will give you access to basic cable channels, including NBC, without a monthly bill.
The Voice is also available to watch on NBC’s streaming platform, Peacock, which you can sign up for here or click buy button below. While Peacock offers a free tier with no subscription required, the free tier will only get you a limited amount of content. Watch The Voice via Peacock Premium, which starts at $4.99/month or $49.99 for an annual subscription.
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While Peacock offers a free option with no subscription required, the free tier will only get you a limited amount of content. Besides The Voice, you can also watch Peacock Originals such as Vampire Academy, A Friend of the Family, The Resort, LoveIsland USA, One of Us is Lying, Angelyne, Bel-Air, Dr. Death, The End if Nye, Last Light, Vigil, Saved by the Bell, We Are Lady Parts, Girls5Eva, Rutherford Falls and Days of Our Lives. You can also find a ton of movies on Peacock including Beast, Jurassic: World Dominion, Minions: Rise of Gru and Halloween Ends.
Signing up for free trials of fuboTV and Direct TV Stream will give you access to NBC as well, and SlingTV is offering half off monthly subscriptions, to let watch The Voice live on TV or stream from your laptop, tablet or phone.
You can watch a live stream of NBC (live in most markets) plus dozens of other TV channels via Hulu + Live TV, which costs $69.99 a month. Hulu + Live TV includes over 75 channels and unlimited DVR, plus you’ll get access to Disney+ and ESPN+.
Blake Shelton gave his Voice contestants a tough battle on Monday night (Oct. 24), as Hillary Torchiana and Kevin Hawkins went head-to-head on fellow coach John Legend‘s 2019 hit, “Preach.”
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The duo traded impressive belts and notes as they performed the track, leading to a standing ovation from Legend himself. “I love it. Thank you for singing my song. I felt your passion, I felt your love,” he told the contestants, before ultimately picking Hawkins as his personal pick to win the battle.
But the decision came down to Coach Shelton, who was visibly stuck on having to choose between two incredibly talented singers. “Well, my first thought is these guys did an incredible job of sticking to the plan and representing the song and giving it what it needed,” he said, noting that Hillary had a “tall glass to go up against” Kevin.
“I mean, he’s unbelievable, but so are you,” Shelton said. “I’m completely shocked at the way you stepped up to the plate. You took all my notes, you walked up here and gave it, I feel like, 100% of what you had to give it. Kevin, you also gave 100% of what you had to give for this performance. Even though that was 100%, I still don’t think we’ve seen your full potential. And, man, that’s saying a lot because that was obviously an incredible performance.”
Shelton ultimately ended up picking Hawkins, to help him live up to his full musical potential. Watch the full performance below.
The Television Academy has announced the 26th Hall of Fame class: entertainer Rita Moreno, choreographer and actress Debbie Allen, documentarian Ken Burns, BET founder Robert L. Johnson, CBS executive Bob Daly and cinematographer Donald A. Morgan.
Two of these honorees had already received honorary awards from the Television Academy. Moreno was awarded a “Televisionary Award” in 2008. Allen received a Governors Award just last year.
The Hall of Fame event is set to take place Wednesday, Nov. 16, at the Television Academy’s Saban Media Center in North Hollywood, Calif. In addition to the induction of the 2022 Hall of Fame recipients, the event will include the presentation of the Bob Hope Humanitarian Award to actor/director/activist Sean Penn and the unveiling of new busts of four previous inductees.
“These legendary performers, creators, craftspeople and television executives are luminaries in our industry,” Frank Scherma, chairman and CEO of the Television Academy, said in a statement. “Their work has influenced and immeasurably elevated the current television landscape and culture. We are proud to induct these trailblazers into the Hall of Fame and honored to celebrate their extraordinary contributions to our industry.”
“This year’s honorees have told the American story through television in ways that will forever shape our history and culture,” said Rick Rosen, Hall of Fame selection committee chair (who is also WME co-founder and head of television). “Whether they reshaped the industry itself through visionary leadership or created pieces of work that have had a lasting legacy, these individuals will forever be remembered for the impact they’ve had on the medium.”
The 2022 Hall of Fame honorees join more than 150 individuals previously inducted into the Hall of Fame since its inception in 1984. The honors were presented every year from 1984 to 1993, but the Academy has skipped 13 years since then for various reasons. This is the first induction class since 2019.
In addition to Rosen, this year’s Hall of Fame selection committee included Marcy Carsey, Emmy-winning producer; Pearlena Igbokwe, chairman of Universal Studio Group; Peter Roth, former chairman of Warner Bros. Television Group; Nina Tassler, co-chief executive officer of PatMa Productions; and Dana Walden, chairman of Disney General Entertainment Content.
The Academy will honor Sean Penn with the Bob Hope Humanitarian Award for his decades of activism – even though the outspoken liberal Penn and the staunchly conservative Hope would have probably agreed on little politically. The award was established in 2002 to honor an individual whose philanthropic efforts exemplify Bob Hope’s decades-long altruistic efforts. The award is presented by the Television Academy’s board of governors, in conjunction with the Bob & Dolores Hope Foundation.
“Sean’s activism and immense humanitarian efforts have had a profound impact on the global community, and he has effectively used his platform to motivate change,” said Kim Coleman, co-chair of the Humanitarian Award selection committee. “Sean is responsible for getting help to people who need it the most. From Haiti to Ukraine to Los Angeles, he is an inspiration to us all,” said the other co-chair, Michael Spiller. Both Coleman and Spiller are Television Academy governors.
Prior to the induction ceremony, the Academy will unveil four new busts of previous inductees – all women, we might add – in the Hall of Fame sculpture garden. They are screenwriter/producer/author Shonda Rhimes, actress/comedian/producer Julia Louis Dreyfus, comedian/actress/television host Joan Rivers and journalist/producer/author Katie Couric.
Here’s a complete list of the new honorees.
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For the second consecutive year, the Houston Astros will return to the World Series, this time facing off against the Philadelphia Phillies. Game 1 of the 2022 World Series will be held at Houston’s Minute Maid Park and will air live on Fox on Friday (Oct. 28) at 8 p.m. ET.
Game 2 is slated for Saturday (Oct. 29) at Minute Maid Park. The series heads to Philadelphia for Game 3, which will take place on Monday (Oct. 31) at Citizens Bank Park. The Fox pregame show will begin at 7 p.m. (for Games 1-6) and at 6:30 p.m. ET, if the series makes it to Game 7.
Click here for the full 2022 World Series schedule. Keep reading for how to watch details and more.
How to Watch & Stream the 2022 World Series
All games in the 2022 World Series will broadcast live on Fox and on MLB.TV. And there are multiple ways to watch, or stream, games live and on-demand.
For starters, a TV antenna might be one of the easiest ways to watch Fox, but if you have cable or satellite, check your local listings for channel information to watch the series beginning Friday.
On a tighter budget and don’t have cable or local channels? Streaming providers are a nice option. When it comes to sports, Fubo TV, YouTube TV, Sling TV, DirecTV Stream, Hulu + Live TV and Vidgo all have affordable streaming plans.
Baseball fans who join DirecTV Stream, Vidgo or Fubo TV will receive a free trial for up to a week, while Sling TV and Hulu + Live TV offer budget-friendly plans ranging from around $20-$70 a month (and ExpressVPN allows you to stream from outside of the U.S.).
Where to Buy Tickets to the 2022 World Series
There’s no shame in watching the World Series from home, but nothing compares to seeing the action in person! Be prepared to spend at least $600 though, and that’s on the low end of the price spectrum.
Tickets to World Series games in Philadelphia are priced at more than $3,000 — the second-highest rate in a decade, per CNBC.
World Series tickets are available at Ticketmaster, Vivid Seats, SeatGeek and StubHub, but prices vary depending on the ticketing outlet and the date and location. For example, passes for Game 1 start at $621 on Ticketmaster, compared to $567 on Ticketsmarter and $560 on Vivid Seats, while other games might have a higher price point despite being later in the series.
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According to a tweet from SportsCenter’s Kevin Negandhi, Vivid Seats expects Game 4 to be the “hottest World Series tickets since 2017” (the Astros won the World Series that year). Tickets for Game 4 start at $1,133 on Vivid Seats and $763 on Ticketmaster (fans can also visit MLB.com to register for tickets).
A possible Game 7 could send prices up even higher — especially for Phillies fans, as 2022 marks the first time that the team has made it to the World Series in over a decade (the Phillies won championship titles in 1980 and 2008). The Astros, meanwhile, have advanced to the World Series four times in the last six years and won once.
Click the buy button above to purchase tickets to the 2022 World Series and visit MLB Shop, Fanatics and Dick’s Sporting Goods to stock up Astros and Phillies gear to wear before, during and after the championship series.
Need a new TV to watch the World Series and other sporting events? Click here to shop early Black Friday deals on TVs and other must-have electronics.
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The new season premiered on Sept. 27 with Jesse Palmer as host, while Wells Adams holds down the bar.
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See below for details on how to watch this year’s season of Bachelor in Paradise.
How to Watch Bachelor in Paradise
The latest season of Bachelor in Paradise episodes premiere on Monday and Tuesdays at 8 p.m. ET/PT on ABC and will be available to stream on Hulu the following day.
If you have cable, satellite (or a digital TV antenna like this one from Amazon), you can watch Bachelor in Paradise on TV through your local ABC affiliate. For those without a TV, ABC shows can be streamed online via ABC.com.
Signing up for free trials or discounted plans through fuboTV, Direct TV Stream, Hulu + Live TV or SlingTV will give you access to ABC as well, to watch Bachelor in Paradise live on TV or stream Bachelor in Paradise from your laptop, tablet or phone.
Fans can also watch Bachelor in Paradise on Hulu, as the show is available to stream free with a subscription to the platform (use ExpressVPN to stream Hulu from outside of the U.S.).
The streaming service ($7.99/month) is currently offering a 30-day free trial which you can use to watch Bachelor in Paradise online free.
How to Watch Past Seasons of The Bachelor and The Bachelorette
All seasons of The Bachelor and The Bachelorette, including Rachel Recchia/Gabby Windey’s recent season, along with Katie Thurston, Matt James, Peter Weber and Clare Crawley/Tayshia Adams’ seasons, are available to purchase on Amazon Prime Video here. You can stream some previous seasons of The Bachelor and The Bachelorette with your Hulu subscription or free trial.
Who Is on This Season of Bachelor in Paradise?
The previous season of Bachelor in Paradise was the first post-pandemic iteration, and featured rotating guests host and a cast mixed with contestants from the previous four seasons of The Bachelor and Bachelorette. This season will include contestants from seven previous season.
Bachelor in Paradise cast members include Jacob Rapini and Logan Palmer, from season 19 of The Bachelorette, along with Romeo Alexander, Casey Woods and Brandon Jones, from season 18, and Michael Allio, Justin Glaze and Andrew Spencer from The Bachelorette season 17.
Nine contestants from Season 26 of The Bachelor are among the Bachelor Paradise cast including Teddi Wright, Shanae Ankney, Serene Russell, Jill Chin, Hailey Malles, Genevieve Parisi, Sierra Jackson, Kira Mengistu, and Hunter Haag. Also included in the cast, Brittany Galvin from season 25 of The Bachelor, and Lace Morris from season 20.
Bachelor and Bachelorette alums, Ashley Iaconetti and Jared Haibon, who fell in love on Bachelor in Paradise and tied the knot in 2019, made an appearance this season, plus fan’s will see a new group of singles shaking things up in paradise.
Watch the trailer for Bachelor in Paradise season 8 below.
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Black Friday deals are kicking off earlier than usual. Best Buy launched a selection of early Black Friday deals on Monday (Oct. 24), joining Walmart, Target and Amazon in offering deep discounts before Black Friday takes place on Nov. 25.
Starting your holiday shopping? Right now, Best Buy shoppers can find deals on tons must-have electronics, including TVs and projectors, cell phones, headphones, appliances, laptops, computers, tablets, sound bars, speakers, streaming devices, gaming gear and video games, cameras, camcorders, and wearable tech, in addition to sales on Blu-rays and DVDs, toys, games, streaming platforms, furniture, beauty/personal care items, fitness equipment and more.
This isn’t the first time that Best Buy has served up early Black Friday sales. The retail giant rolled out Black Friday deals in July, as an alternative to Prime Day, and again in early October to rival Amazon’s Prime Day Early Access sale.
Earlier this month, Best Buy launched Member Mondays, which gives Totaltech and My Best Buy members exclusive access to some of our hottest deals of the season. Member Mondays debuted with a 48-hour flash sale featuring hundreds of deals on fan favorite tech, like TVs, headphones, smartphones and other essentials.
And the early Black Friday deals are back in rotation! To make things easier for you, we dug through some of the big-ticket sale items to find 10 of the best early Black Friday deals on TVs, computers and other electronics.
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After a decade of tireless work in the music industry, Sam Smith is finally celebrating a long-awaited career milestone.
On Tuesday (Oct. 25), Smith posted a message on their Twitter reacting to “Unholy,” the viral collaboration with Kim Petras, reaching the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Hot 100. “I can’t believe it. Number 1 in America,” they wrote. “I am honestly speechless, overwhelmed, nautious [sic], and extremely happy.”
The singer explained that “Unholy” is “so special to me for so many reasons,” and expressed gratitude to those who worked on the track for their “bravery and guts and spirit.” They also shared a special thank you for Petras: “And Kim … what magic you are. You are a treasure and an inspiration to so many. Thank you for jumping with me.”
Despite Smith’s popularity over the last decade, “Unholy” is their first song to hit No. 1 on the Hot 100. “Stay With Me,” their breakthrough 2014 hit, peaked at No. 2 on the chart dated August 16, 2014, just underneath “Rude” by Magic. Throughout their career, Smith has scored seven other top 10 singles, including “Too Good at Goodbyes,” “I’m Not the Only One,” “Dancing With a Stranger” and more.
“Unholy” is just the first taste of new music to come from Smith. Following the song’s debut on the chart, Smith announced their fourth studio album, Gloria, which is set to be released Jan. 27, 2023. In their interview for Billboard‘s cover story earlier this year, Smith teased that the project is their “first non-heartbreak album,” and that the subject matter would focus primarily on queer joy. “I think joy for me, and for a lot of queer people, is quite a dangerous place,” Smith said. “We’re all masters of pain, and I think it’s actually a very courageous act to step into the queer joy of it all.”’
Closing out their statement on Twitter, Smith expressed gratitude most of all to their fans. “This is ours Sailors,” they wrote, using their fanbase’s affectionate nickname. “I do this for you and you only,” they wrote. “What a journey. What a 10 years. What a life.”
Check out Smith’s full statement on Twitter, as well as their music video for “Unholy,” below:
