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The Real Reason Jodie Foster Had To Replace Nicole Kidman In An Iconic Role Shutterstock By Stephanie Kaloi/June 28, 2021 11:08 am EST Many people remember 2002’s “Panic Room”, which starred Jodie Foster as a recently divorced woman who is forced into her home’s safe room alongside her 13-year-old daughter after three men break in. But what many people might not know is that Foster wasn’t the first person cast in the role....

Bachelorette Clare Crawley is no stranger to the Bachelor franchise YouTube Unlike most Bachelorettes who usually only have a season’s worth of Bachelor franchise experience under their belts, Bachelorette Clare Crawley will be entering her search for true love as a seasoned veteran of the Bachelor franchise. Hailing from Sacramento, Calif., Crawley was first introduced to Bachelor Nation in 2014 when she appeared as a contestant on Juan Pablo Galavis’ season of The Bachelor....

This Starbucks Secret Menu Drink Tastes Like A Creamsicle In A Cup Shutterstock By Preston Smith/June 24, 2021 4:12 pm EST Starbucks’ secret menu is perhaps the most well-known fast food or coffee shop secret menu due to their endless capabilities for drink customization. People always try new things and then share their “recipes” online for others to try. Some delicious drinks to come from the secret menu include a key lime pie drink and a drink that tastes like a tropical vacation in a cup....

Mitch McConnell’s comments triggered the internet Jon Cherry/Getty Images Mitch McConnell’s grudging support for the COVID-19 aid package drew fire from the internet, particularly for his sentiment that the money was not needed. “People in systemic poverty and struggling need immediate monthly stimulus checks. As well as unemployment for those already unemployed before covid. Delta Variant 2nd Wave will be far worse and already here,” one social media user said. Another sent a plea to Kentucky’s voters, saying that the politicians voted into office “didn’t want you to get help,” and urged voters to think “differently” when it comes to their elected officials....

Here’s Why Rafael Nadal’s Post About Getting Married Is Turning Heads Shutterstock By Rachel Chapman/June 26, 2021 11:30 am EST Rafael Nadal is sitting out both Wimbledon 2021 and the Tokyo Olympics, according to Yahoo Sports. The tennis champ’s reason for not playing the two major events is to “recuperate after a long clay-court season” (via Radio Times). He said that “the goal is to prolong [his] career and continue to do what makes [him] happy,” and by pushing through right now would be detrimental....

How The Full Moon On June 24 Will Affect You If You’re A Virgo Shutterstock By Amanda Lynne/June 22, 2021 1:38 pm EST Hot off the heels of the summer solstice, a full moon is set to illuminate the sky on June 24. According to Bustle, this moon will be yet another supermoon and will bring with it a feeling of abundance and reset for many. June’s full moon is called the Strawberry Moon and is said to help us enjoy the fruits of our labor....

The Osaka sisters have an unbreakable bond Instagram In connection with Naomi Osaka’s self-titled Netflix docuseries, the streaming giant released a nearly two-minute video narrated by her older sister Mari Osaka (via YouTube). The series features pictures of the sisters in their youth and videos of their many tennis practice sessions. Mari explains, “We dreamed of being champions. Defying labels, courting excellence, each choosing victory over the other. Our parents organized our dreams and trained us to fulfill them....

The Behind-The-Scenes Hell’s Kitchen Secret That Producers Didn’t Want You To Know Shutterstock By Shana Aborn/June 18, 2021 10:23 am EST “Hell’s Kitchen” certainly seems to live up to its name. Since 2005, audiences have tuned in to watch chefs from all walks of life compete for the double honor of winning Gordon Ramsay’s blessing and a spot as a head chef of a prestigious restaurant, per IMDb. After 20 seasons, the format hasn’t changed much: Two teams of chefs show their stuff each week in preliminary challenges such as tasting an entrée and then trying to duplicate it without knowing the exact ingredients....

The Best Style Of Socks To Wear With Sandals Shutterstock By Azure Hall/July 12, 2021 11:35 pm EST Gone are the days of judging people for not going barefoot in their flip-flops. In a shocking turn of events, what used to be a go-to fashion insult has now become a staple in many a wardrobe (via GQ). If you’re looking to get in on this newly acceptable (cool, yet divisive) layered look, here are the best socks to wear with sandals....

You can also get Omega-3 fatty acids from your diet Shutterstock Of course, if a supplement isn’t your speed, a diet filled with food-based sources of Omega-3s can provide the same pain-relieving benefits. The classic source of these fatty acids comes from fatty fish such as salmon, mackerel and sardines. Since anywhere between 250 and 500 mg of Omega-3s are considered a healthy daily intake for most adults, adding food-based sources of this nutrient each day can be an easy way to ingest them more frequently, Healthline explains....

This Is The Difference Between Gelato And Sorbet Shutterstock By Paige McBride/July 14, 2021 1:53 pm EST In the summer, you may have more time to ponder the important questions, like what’s really in gelato and sorbet. As you cool off with your iced dessert of choice, there are a few interesting facts about both types of confections that you may want to keep in mind. The main difference between gelato and sorbet is dairy....

Victoria’s Secret Is About To Look A Lot Different Shutterstock By Adam England/June 17, 2021 10:33 am EST When you think of Victoria’s Secret, which models first come to mind? In the past, Victoria’s Secret Angels have included global names like Adriana Lima, Cindy Crawford, and Gisele Bündchen (via Ranker), while in more recent years we’ve seen the likes of Barbara Palvin and Stella Maxwell as Angels (via Buzzfeed). However, Victoria’s Secret as we know it is changing — soon, it’ll look a whole lot more different....

A Look At Bobby Flay’s Relationships With His Ex-Wives Gabe Ginsberg/Getty Images By Abigail Scott/July 13, 2021 1:35 pm EST Bobby Flay is one of the most recognizable and noteworthy celebrity chefs in the world. Culinary enthusiasm has flowed through Flay’s veins since he was young, having once requested an Easy-Bake Oven for Christmas. Flay bucked tradition and dropped out of high school at 17 and got a job at the popular New York restaurant Joe Allen....

Jackie O accumulated an impressive fortune Keystone/Getty Images After the shocking assassination of JFK, Jackie Kennedy was declared beneficiary of a Kennedy family trust, earning her approximately $200,000 annually (per Celebrity Net Worth). Furthermore, Jackie convinced her second husband, Greek shipping tycoon Aristotle Onassis, to gift her $3 million before they married as well as a trust of $150,000 per year for life. The Onassis’ managed six global properties together, including an apartment on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan and the Greek private island of Skorpios, which Aristotle owned outright, contributing to his obscene wealth (via Celebrity Net Worth)....

Queen Elizabeth drove herself to Frogmore Cottage to talk to Harry Justin Tallis/Getty Images While it was reported that the queen was growing frustrated with all the Harry and Meghan drama, according to the Daily Mail, it seems she still cares for her grandson. According to The Mirror, the queen was spotted making her way to Frogmore Cottage on Friday to see Harry (via Marie Claire). The 95-year-old monarch even drove herself, though it’s unclear if the two actually saw each other in person since Harry had to quarantine for five days because of COVID travel restrictions....

Previously worn royal attire can be sold to the general public Anwar Hussein/Getty Images As she approached older age, Queen Elizabeth sported outfits of bright coloring which she would pair with extravagant hats and dramatic coats. But despite a clear vision of her sense of style, the queen would very rarely — if ever, though there are some exceptions — rewear the same outfits. In fact, according to Insider, unlike her granddaughter-in-law Kate Middleton, who made “outfit repeating” trendy, Elizabeth didn’t want her audience to catch her recycling clothes....

How The Impossibly Tiny Handbag Is Making A Comeback Shutterstock By Maria Faller/July 10, 2021 12:55 am EST All things old become new again. Sure there are some fashion items and trendy looks that should never make a come back, like ultra low-rise jeans, but yet, somehow, they do. While some trends will go on to be half-heartedly embraced, others will be welcomed back with open arms and the tiny purse is no exception....

Here are some of the high-touch surfaces at theme parks Shutterstock It’s no secret that COVID-19 has changed the status quo of normal life forever. A global pandemic has made experts focus more on where the hot-spot germ spreaders come from, and in the case of theme parks, there are many different sources. And indeed, it’s these particular sources that are being modified in order to decrease infection rates. According to CheatSheet, some of the “germiest” areas of an amusement park are roller coaster seat belts, park benches, water fountains, water rides, picnic tables, and lockers....

The Organic Luxury Skincare Brand You Need To Try Shutterstock By Beth Mahoney/June 22, 2021 4:27 pm EST When choosing new skincare products to try, naturally you want to find products that offer a long list of benefits and skin boosting properties. What you may not want are products that contain a long list of synthetic ingredients — enter organic skincare. As per Elle, natural beauty expert May Lindstrom explained that, “Just like with food, organically grown ingredients often have higher nutrient levels, and are missing chemical residues that can irritate skin or potentially cause long term harms in the body”....

This Iconic Voice Actor Lost The Role Of Joey In Friends Twice NBC/YouTube By Delilah Gray/June 19, 2021 1:15 pm EST Whether you’re a baby boomer or a Gen Z baby, you definitely heard of the legendary show “Friends.” And more than likely, you’ve binged the series almost a dozen times. But in case you haven’t, the 10-season show revolves around the lives of six New York City friends trying to navigate life, love, and friendship....