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Looking for a new laptop for school or work? Check out the Lenovo Ideapad 15.6-inch Laptop, now on sale for $299, down from $339 at Walmart. This budget-friendly option features a ‘thin and compact’ design, according to the brand. This makes it easy to take with you whenever you go. It also includes Dolby Audio speakers, lasting battery life, and rapid charge for added convenience.
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This laptop is great for video calls and it also has a privacy shutter to keep your screen safe. Plus, it also includes noise cancelling capabilities to block out background noise. One Walmart customer said, “I am very impressed. Here are the highlights: long battery life… perfect for on-the-go use… the laptop operates smoothly with no lag, making multitasking easy.”
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Another Walmart customer described it as one of “the best laptops” they have ever owned.
This laptop is available at various retailers: Walmart has it for $299, Target offers it at $209.99, Amazon lists it for $304.99, and you can find it at Lenovo.com for $249.99.
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Whether you’re looking to upgrade an old laptop or just want something more effective and high-quality, this is a great choice. The Lenovo Ideapad offers a solid performance featuring a crisp display, sound, and long-lasting battery to keep you powered throughout the day.
Finding a laptop can be challenging, but once you find a reliable option you’re all set to take on your day. One Amazon customer said, “The build quality is excellent, with a sleek, durable design that feels both premium and sturdy. The keyboard is one of my favorite features – it’s comfortable, responsive, and perfect for long typing sessions. The backlit keys are a great touch, making it easy to work in low-light conditions.”
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Cheers to Beyoncé! SirDavis American Rye Whisky became available online and in select stores on Wednesday (Sept. 4), coinciding with Queen Bey’s 43rd birthday.
The release marks a new chapter for the multi-platinum selling singer who in the last two years, gave us Renaissance and Cowboy Carter, embarked on a world tour with merch to match, debuted the Renaissance tour film and introduced the world to Cécred — all before revealing her latest venture.
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In classic Beyoncé form, the announcement of SirDavis Whisky surprised most fans, but the Houston native may have dropped an Easter egg on the Cowboy Carter track “II Hands to Heaven” where she sings: “Bottle in my hand, the whiskey up high.”
To celebrate Queen Bey’s birthday, I secured an advance tasting of SirDavis Whisky and whipped up four of the signature cocktails (yes, they’re easy to make and cute to look at).
Keep reading for details on SirDavis and a step-by-step cocktail hour, Beyoncé-style.
The Hidden History of SirDavis Whisky: An Ode to Black Distillers
The story of SirDavis Whisky begins with Beyoncé’s paternal great-grandfather, Davis Hogue. According to online records, Hogue was born in Alabama around 1871. Online records show that Hogue was married with approximately six children, one of whom was Beyoncé’s paternal grandmother, Lou Helen Knowles. U.S. Census records indicate that Hodge was a farmer, but he was also a moonshiner, as Beyoncé revealed last month.
“When I discovered that my great-grandfather had been a moonshine man, it felt like my love for whisky was fated,” she explained. “SirDavis is a way for me to pay homage to him, uniting us through a new shared legacy.”
Though whisky has its American roots in Tennessee, it has a long and complicated history with Alabama. The state outlawed alcohol in the early 1900s, nearly a decade before federal prohibition laws went into place. For a century, whisky was illegal in Alabama making it even harder for Black distillers like Beyoncé’s grandfather to make it without risking arrest.
It took 100 years, but Alabama’s first legally distilled whisky was finally released in 2015. SirDavis Whisky however is headquartered in Beyoncé’s hometown of Houston highlighting both her family’s Alabama and Texas ancestry in one bottle.
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SirDavis American Rye Whisky
Housed in a beautiful, ribbed glass bottle, SirDavis offers a nod to Texas in the form of a golden horse centered on the front. The recipe blends a “distinctive grain selection of 51 percent rye and a 49 percent malted barley” matured in sherry casks similar to the way Japanese and Scotch whiskies are made.
Although I’m far from a connoisseur, I’ve attended my share of tastings and can appreciate a nice, smooth rye whisky. Per the product description, SirDavis offers a “rich and buttery toffee flavor” which I can attest to, along with hints of honey, cinnamon and clove, a subtle but lingering taste of cherries with a dash of spice that dances on the palette.
See below for directions on how to make SirDavis cocktails.
A Step-by-Step Guide to SirDavis Cocktails
Based on the packaging alone, SirDavis was made to stand out. The 88-proof whisky from Beyoncé and Moët Hennessy, mingles well with fruity cocktails, pairs perfectly with lemon and it’s smooth enough to enjoy by itself (I would recommend sipping slowly though, SirDavis packs a punch).
Following along with the recipes on the brand’s website, I made four cocktails including the Honey Bee, Hot Toddy, Mint Julep and The Houston.
To complete the vintage vibe of the bottle, I used these ribbed cocktail glasses and glass coffee mugs from Amazon and a couple of cocktail glasses from my own collection. The cocktail ingredients are available at just about any grocery store, but I purchased everything on Amazon Fresh including vermouth, blackberries, honey, lemon juice, cocktail sticks and garnish. The Hot Toddy needs just a handful of ingredients: SirDavis Whisky, hot water, lemon juice, honey and Angostura aromatic bitters.
The Houston is made with two ounces of whisky, an ounce of sweet vermouth, a quarter ounce of honey syrup and two dashes of Angostura bitters. The Mint Julep mixes pressed blackberries, fresh mint leaves and honey syrup with lots of crushed ice.
SirDavis Whisky Cocktails
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My favorite of the four? The Honey Bee takes gets a gold medal from me, but not because it’s one of the easiest drinks to make with the least ingredients. The acidity of the lemon perfectly balances the whisky without overpowering the cocktail.
Ingredients:
2 oz. SirDavis American Whisky
.75 oz. Lemon Juice
.5 oz. Honey Syrup
Garnish: Honeycomb
Honey syrup is a main ingredient in several SirDavis cocktails, and it’s easy to make: add two parts honey and one part water into a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the honey is dissolved and let it cool before transferring it into an airtight container.
To make your Honey Bee, add the liquid ingredients to a tin cocktail shaker (add ice last). Shake and pour into a glass and garnish with honeycomb (or lemon wedge as I did).
Keep reading for details on retail locations that carry SirDavis Whisky.
Where to Buy SirDavis Whisky Online & In Stores
SirDavis Whisky is officially available at retail locations such as ReserveBar, Total Wine & More, Caskers, GoPuff, BevMo!, Spec’s, ABC Fine Wine & Spirits.
The brand is available in California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, Maryland, New York, Tennessee, Texas, Washington D.C. and in select retail locations in London, Paris and Tokyo. Additional markets will be added in the coming months.
Jet-setting soon? You can find SirDavis at DFS duty-free shops in select airports including John F. Kennedy International Airport, Los Angeles International Airport and San Francisco International Airport. Travelers can also enjoy specialty SirDavis tastings at DFS stores located inside JFK and LAX.
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Pharrell Williams’ new collaboration is gearing up for liftoff,= ahead of his animated biopic due in theaters next month. The Grammy-winning producer teamed with Lego to create the Over the Moon set announced on Tuesday (Sept. 3).
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“Growing up, I was obsessed with space and the infinite possibilities it represents,” Pharrell said in a statement. “This partnership aims to inspire creativity and inclusivity. With my Lego Over the Moon set I want everyone to feel seen and empowered to imagine their own stories. The spaceship is blasting off, and you’re in the pilot seat.”
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The Lego x Pharrell Over the Moon Builder Set ($109.99) is a black-and-gold space shuttle powered by a colorful jet stream. The celestial set, designed to “inspire creativity and curiosity,” features seven ranges of minifigure skin tones, the largest range of any Lego product. A total of 51 different minifigure heads are included and more than 30 of them were designed exclusively for the set.
“Our values for over 90 years have been rooted in creativity, curiosity and imagination. Pharrell is unique in his ability to draw on those qualities to influence his art. A true icon of our time, he never fails to innovate and inspire his audience, through any of his many endeavors” said Julia Goldin, chief marketing and product officer for Lego Group. “Through our partnership, we want to inspire people of all ages to unlock their own limitless potential through Lego Play. This is a shared mission, and we’re excited to take off today.”
Lego Over the Moon is available for pre-orderontheLegowebsite and will be released on Sept. 20.
In addition to the exclusive set, Pharrell and Lego are launching the Lego Build the Change global challenge through his non-profit organization, Yellow.
Piece by Piece, featuring Williams, Kendrick Lamar, Gwen Stefani, Timbaland, Jay Z, Justin Timberlake, Busta Rhymes and Snoop Dogg, debuts in theaters on Oct. 11.
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Sept. 4 is Beyoncé’s birthday! If you’re a BeyHive member and can’t get enough of all things Beyoncé, we’ve put together the ultimate Beyoncé gift guide just for you. Each item featured in this video is inspired by the queen herself, capturing the essence of everything she does.
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If your birthday is around the corner and you want to celebrate alongside Beyoncé, here’s a great way to get started. You can start off your gift search with this 300-piece Poker Set for just $19.94, inspired by Beyonce’s hit “Texas Hold Em,” which topped the Billboard Hot 100 earlier this year.
Beyoncé fans, you might already know that she swears by the $600 Dyson Blow Dryer. But don’t worry, the Billboard team found a great dupe: the Conair The Knot Dr. All-in-One Smoothing Dryer Brush. For those looking to achieve Beyoncés flawless hairstyle on a budget, you can grab this 2-in-1 brush and dryer for just $30, and get that Beyoncé-inspired look without breaking the bank.
In 2004, Beyoncé was still part of the group Destiny’s Child, and Beyoncé had a song called “Bootylicious.” Twenty years ago, the word “bootylicious” was officially added to the Oxford Dictionary. To honor this moment in Beyoncé history and elevate your own grammar and vocabulary, treat yourself to an Oxford Dictionary this year.
Enhance your gift guide with a must-have portable fan — an essential that Beyoncé herself can’t live without. Get ready to let your hair down and channel your inner Queen Bey. To complete the vibe, consider adding a Beyoncé-themed book to your collection. It’s also a great way to revamp your Beyoncé knowledge. This family-friendly book comes with cute illustrations of her story, and it’s less than $5.
For skincare enthusiasts, the Farmacy Hydrating Face Mask is another must-have. This cream-textured mask may not only help you achieve a dewy glow, but also channels Beyoncé’s essence with its honey potion scent — great for any dedicated BeyHive member. Inspired by her song “Pure Honey,” this mask offers a spa-like experience at home. One Amazon user said, “The warming sensation upon application feels like a spa treatment at home, and as it transforms into a creamy texture, I can feel my skin drinking in all the nourishing goodness.”
If you’re a devoted Funko Pop! collector, add the Michael Jackson Funko Pop! to your cart. Beyoncé has always admired Michael Jackson, one of her childhood idols. Beyoncé, who fans believe may be headed for a rock era next, also loves Prince. So why not add this Prince Official Purple Rain Live T-Shirt to your cart and celebrate her musical influences?
Following the release of Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter, you can’t go by without adding a classic pair of Levi’s jeans to your cart. You can get these bootcut high-rise jeans and channel the Cowboy Carter style in no time.
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If you enjoy scrolling on TikTok while relaxing, listening to music or reading your favorite books on a Kindle, you can now get a wireless remote control shaped like a ring. It’s compact and easy to hold, so you can effortlessly navigate the For You page. For those who like reading on a Kindle, you can use the remote to turn pages without touching the screen — just attach it to your finger and click the button. Music lovers can also use this remote for music apps like Spotify.
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This TikTok-viral wireless remote is “easy to set up,” according to Amazon users. To get started, just go on your phone settings, select accessibility, then touch, and enable Assistive Touch. Next, pair your Bluetooth D01 Pro with your phone. Once connected, you can scroll up or down with the up and down buttons, and tap the middle button to like a TikTok video. One Amazon customer said, “One of my new favorite gadgets… fits comfortably on finger. Works great as a fidget device when not in use… so glad I saw this on TikTok!”
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The ring-shaped remote comes with a rechargeable case that takes just 90 minutes to fully charge and automatically powers off when the battery is full. With a single charge, it can last for over 14 hours and up to 86 hours with the charging case, according to the brand.
It’s available on Amazon and Walmart. You can get it in six different colors, including pink, black, blue, gray, purple and white.
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Remote Control for TikTok, Page Turner for Kindle App, Bluetooth Camera Video Recording Remote, Scrolling Ring for TIK Tok, iPhone, iPad, iOS, Android – Pink
This wireless remote is compatible with iOS, Android, iPad, iPhone, TikTok and Spotify. One Amazon user shared all the ways in which they use it, saying, “You can do so many things with it and use it on so many apps: scroll and click through stories on TikTok and Snapchat, scroll through your photos in your phone, you can skip through youtube videos. You can take a selfie or group photos with one click of your remote.”
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Haliey Welch may have started out with a spontaneous viral video, but she’s making sure she gets more than just 15 minutes of fame.
On Tuesday (Sept. 3), the 21-year-old Tennessee native — who’s perhaps better known as the “Hawk Tuah” Girl — announced that she’s launching her own podcast, Talk Tuah. The show joins Jake Paul and Joey Levy’s Betr Media family, which also includes BS w/ Jake Paul, Twin Talk With Hanna and Haley Cavinder, Bo Nickal’s Nickals and Dimes and Adam Tabatchnick and Jack Parodi’s Caps Off.
With its first episode going live Sept. 10, featuring special guest Whitney Cummings, Talk Tuah will find Welch facilitating conversations, sharing her opinions and flexing the same comedy genius that brought the “Hawk Tuah” phenomenon to the world in episodes every Tuesday. “Y’all kept asking ‘What’s next?’ Well this is it!” she said in a statement. “I’m so thankful to have my own podcast where you’ll discover the real Haliey Welch.”
“My show will have a little of everything – great guests, laughs, relationship pointers, and, of course, some down home southern charm,” she added.
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The influencer also shared a trailer for Talk Tuah on Instagram, showing off her new life in the fast lane — joining Zach Bryan onstage, riding jet skis, etc — after finding fame in a viral NSFW Tim & Dee TV on-the-street video. It also teases a few of the other guests she has in store for listeners, including Paul and TikTok star Josh Richards.
“Y’all really thought I was done?” she says in the clip. “I’m just getting started, baby.”
“This is a major addition to the Betr Media family as we continue to strategically differentiate ourselves in the market,” said Betr head of media Mike Denevi in a statement. “Haliey Welch is a bona fide superstar, and her charisma, unique perspective and innate connection with her audience make her the perfect fit for our platform. Talk Tuah will bring a fresh and dynamic voice to our content lineup, and we can’t wait for our audience and brand sponsors to connect with Haliey in an authentic way that embodies the ethos of Betr Media as a whole.”
See Welch’s Talk Tuah teaser below.
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Fall is almost here! If you’re looking to refresh your wardrobe for the new season, you can start by updating your long-sleeved tops.
As temperatures drop, you’ll want cozy and versatile pieces for layering. Whether you prefer turtlenecks, oversized shirts, or chic blouses, these top picks are key to staying warm and stylish. To make your search easier for you, we’ve put together a list of the best long-sleeved shirts under $20 to add to your collection.
From billowy sleeves to a wide range of designs, these tops are great not only for the fall season but also for your everyday casual outfits. These tops feature relaxed fits and stylish details, making them ideal for layering with your favorite jackets, jeans and skirts of your choice. Plus, with so many colors and patterns to choose from, you can easily mix and match to create chic looks for any occasion.
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You can kickoff your shopping with the Fantaslook long-sleeved top — originally priced at $69.99, it’s now available for just $13.59 — a definite steal for a fall-inspired piece.
Keep scrolling to shop one or more of these long-sleeved tops all at budget-friendly prices. Some of the brands include Universal Thread, Fantaslook, Risvigor, Ofeefan, Automet, and more.
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Fantaslook Women’s Fall Long Sleeved Shirts
$13.59
$69.99
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If you are looking to achieve a casual and comfortable fit, consider getting this bestseller long-sleeved top. It comes in eleven different colors from green to purple. Hurry, add this one to your cart, it’s currently 81% off!
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Universal Thread Women’s Balloon Long Sleeve Everyday Blouse
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$20
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For those looking for a versatile top, make sure to add this Universal Thread Balloon Long Sleeve Everyday Blouse to your cart. You can dress it up for a polished look or keep it casual. You can get it in olive green or coral red.
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Risvigor Blouse Long Sleeve Shirt
$16.99
$35
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If you’re after a relaxed-fit, this tunic top is a great choice. The brand describes it as lightweight, stretchy, and breathable. With its loose fit. you’ll stay cozy while also looking presentable. You can get it in four different colors: bluish grey, grey, khaki and red.
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Universal Thread Long Sleeve Featherweight Turtleneck
You can never go out of style with a classic turtleneck. This is an easy and chic way to embrace the fall season. It’s available in heather taupe and black.
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Ofeefan Women’s Casual Top
Enjoy your pumpkin spice latte on your way to work in this chic pull-on long-sleeved top. With its flattering, easygoing fit, you’ll instantly feel stylish and put-together for whatever the day brings—whether it’s a meeting or a casual outing.
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Automet Long Sleeve Shirts V-Neck Lace Top
Add some variety to your long-sleeved collection with this v-neck top featuring elegant lace sleeves. One Amazon customer said, “The lace sleeves do not itch.” Other Amazon customers described it as “comfortable” and “beautiful.”
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Shibever Women’s Long Sleeve Top
$13.99
$24.99
44% off
This long-sleeved top combines a classic crewneck with eye-catching patchwork patterns, and a loose hem for a laid-back look. You can get it in a variety of different colors from khaki to army green.
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Xieerduo Long Sleeve Shirt
$14.99
$19.99
25% off
If you’re a fan of a round neck, consider adding this Xieerduo long-sleeved top. According to the brand, its invisible stripes give you a flattering look. Its “wave-like” stripes make it different from all your other long-sleeved tops, adding texture and a flattering fit for all body types.
From warm, autumn-inspired colors to playful patterns and varied textures, you’ll have everything you need to create stylish outfits this season. With deep burgundy tops to green and beige colors, you’ll also capture the essence of this fall season while adding to your own personal style.
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