10 Timeless Coming Of Age YA Novels That Readers Still Return To (& Why)

Summary Coming-of-age, young adult novels have remained one of the most popular novel subgenres, and there are several titles that readers have returned to time and time again.Because of the popularity ofbooks adapted into movies and TV showsin recent years, many readers have been reminded of their favorite timeless books and decided to read them once again. Timeless novels invited readers into a world and story that was so endearing that it was hard to put the book down and easy to re-read numerous times....

July 26, 2025 · 11 min · 2315 words · Jaime Rodriguez

1000-Lb Sisters: "Dress You Up!": Tammy Slaton's Sundress & Other Dressed-Up Outfits After Extraordinary Weight Loss Milestone

Summary Since losing 440 pounds,1000-lb SistersstarTammy Slatonhas been getting all dressed up more often than she used to. Though Tammy always had swagger, slimming down has given her a whole new level of confidence. When she made her television debut, she weighed over 600 and 720 pounds at her heaviest. After a health scare landed her in a coma, Tammy realized her life was on the line. After treating her food addiction and receiving gastric bypass, as of December 2023, Tammy weighed in at 285 pounds....

July 26, 2025 · 5 min · 952 words · Caroline Juarez

2023 gaming report card: how did PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo score?

It’s been a long year filled with massive games, but we’ve finally reached the end of 2023. There’s no question that this year will be remembered as one of the all-time best for new releases — and one of the worst for game creators — but it’s been a whirlwind 12 months for the “big three” console makers. PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo all had pivotal years, though in entirely different ways....

July 26, 2025 · 7 min · 1311 words · Christina Sanders

3 rom-coms on Amazon Prime Video you need to watch in June 2024

Now that we’re well into 2024, maybe you have already spent a day or night at the theater checking out that new movie you wanted to watch. But with busy schedules filled with summertime activities, you might be looking for an old classic, or even a new film, you’re able to stream at home when you want to take a load off. Get some drinks, popcorn, and gather the family, partner, or watch on your own in bed....

July 26, 2025 · 3 min · 620 words · Brian Bradley

5 action movies on Tubi that are perfect to watch in the summer

One of the more popular FAST services isTubi. Owned by Fox, Tubi has over64 million active usersand one of the widest selections of movies and TV shows for a FAST service, including an impressive action collection. FromYellowstonecreator Taylor Sheridan’s first script to a Steve McQueen classic, consider watching these five action movies this summer. Sicario (2015) Before Sheridan created an empire at Paramount withYellowstone, he was an actor attempting to transition into screenwriting....

July 26, 2025 · 4 min · 669 words · Tamara Mckinney

5 movies leaving Netflix in August 2024 you have to watch now

The summer might be ending, butNetflixis still using this time to release blockbusters. One of the streamer’s latest offerings isThe Union, an action comedy starring Mark Wahlberg and Halle Berry. If espionage is not your thing, you can pivot to other action spectacles, includingLogan Lucky,Damsel, andMortal Kombat. While the previously mentioned movies will remain on the streamer for the foreseeable future, a select group of movies are departing the service at the end of the month....

July 26, 2025 · 4 min · 844 words · Renee Buckley

Alfa Romeo Tonale concept is a plug-in hybrid, Italian style

As reportedby Digital Trends, Alfa Romeo brought something new to the 2019 Geneva Motor Show. The Alfa Romeo Tonale concept previews the Italian automaker’s first plug-in hybrid model, a crossover smaller than the currentStelvio. Like the Stelvio, the Tonale is named for a European road. The Tonale Pass is located in the Alps and is actually connected to the Stelvio Pass that gave Alfa’s existing utility vehicle its name. The styling of the Tonale concept is an evolution of Alfa’s current design language, which isn’t a bad thing....

July 26, 2025 · 2 min · 374 words · Samuel Miranda

Amazon chops $80 off this Shark Ion RV720 robot vacuum

Robot vacuumshave grown increasingly popular over the years that we wouldn’t be surprised if one day they’ll completely replace regular vacuums in homes everywhere. As a result, they’ve become cheaper yet even more technologically advanced. One such affordable, convenient, and high-tech robot vacuum is the Shark Ion RV720. It’s able to take care of your hardwood floors, rugs, and carpets while you attend to more important matters. you’re able to get this trusty and helpful robot vac for acool $80 offon Amazon....

July 26, 2025 · 3 min · 486 words · Shelley Ponce

Amid huge profits, Rockstar Games makes game testers full-time employees

It’s safe to say that the executives in charge of Rockstar Games and parent company Take-Two are happy with the company’s performance as of late.Grand Theft Auto Onlinecontinues togenerate enormous revenueandRed Dead Redemption IIrecently crossed 25 million sales, but those who actually make the games now have a reason to celebrate, as well — the quality assurance (QA) department is being converted from freelance contractors to full-time staff. According to areport from Kotaku, the game testers at the Rockstar Lincoln studio were turned into full-time employees on August 1....

July 26, 2025 · 2 min · 356 words · Michele Price

Apple iPhone XS Max vs. HTC U12 Plus: Does more expensive mean better?

Apple has finally taken the wraps off the latest and greatest set of iPhones, including the ultra-premium iPhone XS, the massive iPhone XS Max, and the so-called “budget” device, theiPhone XR. Featuring a new processor, improved camera features, and more, the new iPhones have a lot going for them. In particular, it seems like the iPhone XS Max is a great phone — considering its huge display and top-tier specs....

July 26, 2025 · 6 min · 1254 words · Alicia Jones

At 503 mph, Turbinator II is the world’s fastest wheel-driven vehicle

You’d expect a car called Turbinator II to be fast. Sure enough, the bullet-shaped race car hit 482.646 mph at theBonneville Salt Flatsin September 2018, setting a new world record for the fastest wheel-driven vehicle. But that wasn’t good enough for the car’s creators,Team Vesco. The team recently went back to Bonneville and achieved 503.332 mph. Turbinator II went faster, but it didn’t set a new official record. That’s becauseland-speed recordsat Bonneville require two runs; the average speed of the two runs is what counts....

July 26, 2025 · 2 min · 369 words · Jonathan Romero

Baldur’s Gate 3 is a perfect game, until you die

Baldur’s Gate 3did it. The highly anticipated follow-up to BioWare’s legendary CRPG series lived up to all the expectations fans of the originals garnered over the course of 23 odd years and is appealing to tons of new players as well. It has an average score of 95 atMetacriticandSteamDBcurrently shows an all-time peak of over 814,666 concurrent players — making it one of the most widely played games ever on the platform....

July 26, 2025 · 4 min · 681 words · John Dennis

Baldur’s Gate 3: release dates, file size, preorder, and early access

After many years of waiting, plus months in early access getting things just right,Baldur’s Gate 3is finally poised for a full release onAugust 3 for PC and September 6 on PS5, with Xbox consoles not officially confirmed as of yet. This sequel looks to be the follow-up fans of the most popularDungeons & Dragonsspinoff have been dreaming of, with deep character customization, meaningful decision-making, and tactical turn-based combat. Whether you’ve been following the game’s progress through the early-access versions or waiting for the final product, you will want to be ready to begin your adventure the moment the title drops on your platform of choice....

July 26, 2025 · 2 min · 390 words · Candace Powers