Dolly Parton‘s final recording before her death at 80 years old is about to be heard by fans, with Irish rock band U2 announcing that the emotional collaboration will appear on the band’s upcoming album. For Bono, however, the track carries a deeply personal weight. the U2 frontman opened up about the emotional song and what makes it difficult for him to hear.

U2 Celebrates 50 Years With ‘Carnaval De Luz’

It has been 50 years since U2 formed in Dublin, and to celebrate the milestone, the band is releasing a new album, “Carnaval de Luz.” The release marks U2’s first new material since 2017’s “Songs of Experience.”

On September 24, the band released the lead single, “Silencio.” Along with the announcement, the U2 also revealed that they collaborated with the late Dolly Parton on the closing track.

Initially, frontman Bono approached Parton for a separate project about Irish folk music, but the singer told him it was “a little too Irish” for her to take on. Instead, she offered her one of her songs and encouraged him to explore what could be done with it.

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The result was the closing track on the album titled “Torn,” in which Bono duets with Parton. The singer told Rolling Stone it was recorded in June, just a few months before the country legend’s death on August 25, 2026.

Dolly Parton ‘Sang Her Heart Out’ In Her Final Recording

U2 collaborated with Johnny McDaid from Snow Patrol for the lyrics, with McDaid and Bono writing about a mother witnessing her family fracture.

Parton was on board with the direction and approved the song. Producer Garret “Jacknife” Lee said she was “so proud” of how it turned out and absolutely “loved it.”

“When she got ill, she got out of her bed to sing this song. And you can hear that. And I can’t even listen to it now,” Bono told the outelt, adding that The Queen of Country Music “sang her heart out.” “I cannot believe that’s an 80-year-old woman,” he said.

The Country Icon’s Final Public Appearance Was At Her Truck Stop

Dolly Parton opened her Tennesseean Travel Stop on June 24th. Surprising fans, she arrived unexpectedly. She even poked fun at Bucc-ee’s when she said, “I’m sure some of you want to know why I wanted a truck stop. Well, I couldn’t leave it to the beavers.” Don’t you adore her? pic.twitter.com/Fg6sR4cMGg

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Parton’s husband of six decades, Carl Dean, died in March 2025. The singer took a break from her career to mourn the loss. She made select appearances in the months following, but toward the end of the year Parton postponed, and eventually canceled, her highly anticipated Las Vegas residency.

Parton also missed some scheduled events, prompting her fans to worry. She updated her fans, acknowledging that she had some health issues was overfatigued, but assured them that she was still working.

Her final public appearance was at the grand opening of her Tennesseee Travel Stop in late June, where she cut the ribbon and made a short speech. Two months later, it was announced that Parton died at 80 years old after a private battle with cancer.

“It’s very moving to have had these intimacies with such a figure. The fact that they’re not there now, in any way you can call back, other than through her songs, is very sobering,” Bono said of Parton.

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The Singer’s First Posthumous Song Was Released 2 Weeks After Her Death

Dolly Parton’s voice has returned,and this time, it feels different. ❤️🎶

Just two weeks after her death, fans are hearing Dolly on a brand-new release, “Bound to Ride,” a recording she made back in 2022 for a tribute album celebrating the legacy of the Stanley Brothers.

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— 𝓥𝓲𝓫𝓮𝓼𝓞𝓷𝓣𝓪𝓹 (@VibesOnTap_) September 11, 2026

On September 9, the cover song “Bound to Ride,” sung by Dolly Parton and the First Ladies of Bluegrass, was released. Although the recording was made in 2022, it’s the first Parton track that came out following her death.

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The song, popularized by The Stanley Brothers, will be included in the tribute album to the band titled “Where the Soul Never Dies: Celebrating 80 years of The Stanley Brothers,” which is scheduled for release on October 16.

“She really did over-deliver. We were shocked. We couldn’t have gotten anything better,” Garry West, who owns the label behind the album, said of Parton’s vocals.

Dolly Parton’s Secret Song Will Be Unveiled In 20 Years

Parton left a profound legacy, but she also left fans with a musical surprise. More than a decade ago, the singer buried a time capsule that contains a CD and cassette tape of a new song, “My Place in History,” at Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort and Spa located in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.

The Dream Box, as it is called, will remain sealed until the singer’s 100th birthday on January 19, 2046. In an interview with Kelly Clarkson in 2022, Parton said, “I want to go dig that up so bad because it’s a really good song.”

Parton’s song with U2 will be availble when the album arrives on November 13.

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Dakota Johnson is never one to shy away from the sheer dress trend.

Attending the London premiere of Verity on Thursday, September 24, the actress, 36, opted for a racy number as she rocked the red carpet.

For the star-studded event, Johnson donned a daring beige lace dress designed by Colleen Allen that offered a peek at her black lingerie by Fleur du Mal underneath.

Johnson’s see-through look also featured intricate lace detailing and a figure-skimming silhouette. She kept the rest of her look relatively understated, letting the sheer dress take center stage.

Speaking to Vogue Germany in October 2025, Johnson admitted she is not fazed about baring some skin. Asked by the outlet whether she ever feels as though wearing naked dresses is  “too sexy,” she responded, “I really don’t care.”

“I’ve been able to wear some of the most beautiful dresses, and I feel beautiful in them, so I wear them,” the actress said.

She further added, “If I find a beautiful dress that I feel comfortable in, of course I want to wear it! And it’s fun to wear a sexy dress.”

In the interview, Johnson explained that her famous mom, Melanie Griffith, “was very open about the topic of bodies.” Her mom’s attitude led her to feel confident while growing up, she noted.

“She taught us how to take care of our bodies and love them, and that our bodies are beautiful,” she said.

Johnson stepped out for the premiere as part of the press tour for her new film Verity, a psychological thriller based on Colleen Hoover’s bestselling novel. She stars alongside Anne Hathaway and Josh Hartnett.

The story follows budding writer Lowen (Johnson) who meets a wealthy man named Jeremy (Hartnett) while on the way to a publisher meeting, but her plans get derailed after she watches a biker get hit by a car. Unbeknownst to her, Jeremy is who she has the meeting with. Jeremy taps Lowen to be his incapacitated — or maybe not — wife Verity’s (Hathaway) ghostwriter.

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Johnson’s red carpet turn comes after Us confirmed that she and Machine Gun Kelly recently went on a first date at mutual friend Taylor Swift’s apartment in New York City.

“They hit it off and wanted some privacy,” a source exclusively told Us earlier this month. “So, Dakota contacted Taylor, and Taylor said she wasn’t home, so they could use her place. Apparently, Taylor lets her close friends use her place when she’s away.”

Both Johnson and MGK have kept tight-lipped on the blossoming romance so far. The date comes after they both returned to the dating scene after splitting from Role Model and Megan Fox, respectively. Johnson previously dated Coldplay’s Chris Martin for almost eight years until they called it quits in June 2025.

Kim Kardashian is taking her producing talents to a new network, partnering with Paramount+ to bring viewers a new series called “Team Moms: Baseball.” The reality show follows a group of intense mothers of sons who attend an elite baseball training school in Arizona. Like Lifetime’s “Dance Moms,” the new Paramount series will feature tears and plenty of drama. In a new interview, Kim opened up about her role in the show and spilled the beans on how the production came to be.

Kim Kardashian Says New Reality Show Began As A Joke

Speaking to PEOPLE alongside her co-executive producer, Natalie Ento, Kim shared some behind-the-scenes details about the series and shed light on how the show originated.

“Every year, we take our kids on some sports adventure together,” Kim said. “Three years ago, we were in Spain; we were at a soccer tournament. Natalie’s a coach, so she was coming back, venting about stories and crazy situations and intense parents, passionate parents. And we kind of joked and said, ‘This would be such a riveting reality show. It would be insane.”

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After working on the idea, Kim said she and Ento brought the show to various networks and said: “Everyone jumped on it.”

While networks were bidding on the series, Kim and Ento debated between following “soccer parents” or “basketball moms,” saying both could have bold personalities. After much back-and-forth, though, the pair settled on baseball.

Kim Kardashian Knew There Was A Show Behind Baseball Moms

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“Team Moms” premieres tonight, September 24, and follows seven families: the Baldris, the Dunmars, the Feldhackers, the Mears, the Scoffones, the Taylors, and the Wolcziks.

In a press release about the new series, Kim said she could tell there was something special about the group of moms they found for the show.

“We knew immediately there was something special about this world. These families are passionate, competitive, and completely all in when it comes to their kids—and sometimes what happens in the stands is just as intense as what happens on the field. That’s what makes ‘Team Moms: Baseball’ so much fun to watch,” she said.

Khloé Kardashian Is Also Producing Shows

Kim isn’t the only Kardashian in her producer bag, according to The Blast. Khloé Kardashian recently announced her new series, “The Girls,” featuring her personal crew of besties, including Malika and Khadijah Haqq.

While speaking about the show, Khloé said that the cast were her “chosen family” and her “incredible inner circle of real-life besties.” She also praised them as “moms and moguls” before finishing with, “They’re my girls.”

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Kim Starred In A Scripted Hulu Show

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Before producing “Team Moms,” Kim shifted from filming her family’s reality show to partnering with Ryan Murphy to appear in his scripted legal drama, “All’s Fair.” The show follows an all-female group of high-powered divorce attorneys with Kim’s character, Allura Grant, at the center. She co-founded her boutique firm after leaving a male-dominated practice that cast women aside.

In a previous interview, Kim said she based her character on her family’s real-life lawyer, Laura Wasser.

“We consulted with her. It was just so important to have someone that I could want to channel and want to feel. And that was Laura, who’s just like a badass woman that takes care of other women,” Kim said before going on to praise the show, which also stars Sarah Paulson, Naomi Watts, Niecy Nash, Teyana Taylor, and Glenn Close.

“I love these women,” the SKIMS founder added. “We learned a lot together. I learned a lot from them showing up and coming on set every single day and just seeing them work and seeing what they do. They are the best at what they do. That was the best lesson I could have learned.”

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Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber have George Clooney and his wife, Amal, by their side as they deal with the devastating loss of their only son, Presley Gerber.

The model’s 27-year-old boy passed away earlier this week due to an apparent overdose and cardiac arrest while in a rehab facility in Los Angeles.

As the tragic situation unfolds, more light has been shed on the bond Clooney shared with the late Presley that went beyond being just his parents’ friend.

George Clooney And Amal Making Sure Cindy Crawford And Rande Gerber Aren’t ‘Alone’

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Barely a week after Presley’s death, sources say Crawford and her husband have been surrounded by close Hollywood friends to help them through the shattering experience.

“George, Amal [Clooney], and a few of their other close friends have been taking shifts staying with the family so they aren’t alone,” an insider revealed to People Magazine. “George and Amal joined the family in Los Angeles after learning of Presley’s death.”

It’s no surprise the Clooneys ditched whatever they had going on to be there for the heartbroken parents, as the “Ocean’s Eleven” actor and Rande have been tight buds for decades. They co-founded the tequila brand Casamigos with Mike Meldman in 2013.

Describing George as “family,” the source noted that the actor has wasted no time helping with funeral arrangements and emotional encouragement. “George has always been very close with both Kaia and Presley,” added the informant.

The Actor Had A Quiet Role In Late Presley Gerber’s Life

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The Hollywood star’s bond with the model and businessman extends to their two children, Presley and Kaia, as he was fondly referred to as “Uncle George.”

He was particularly close to the late Presley amid his addiction and mental health struggles, offering him encouragement whenever he felt down.

“George is completely shattered by Presley’s death. He’s known him his entire life, and he never imagined things would ever get to this point,” a source said about the sad situation, per The Blast.

Inside George Clooney’s Heartbreaking Messages With Late Presley

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Presley was pronounced dead on September 20 after paramedics responded to a 911 call for a cardiac arrest in the 1000 block of Berkeley St. at 9:35 a.m. Los Angeles County Medical Examiner records confirmed he was at a rehab center.

Amid the unfortunate situation, more light has been shed on George and Presley’s relationship and how the actor was a constant source of guidance for the 27-year-old.

Per The Blast, the “Jay Kelly” star has been present as stable since Presley’s childhood until he began getting in trouble. George was particularly helpful when the late model was charged with driving under the influence in 2018.

Recalling how the 65-year-old came through for Presley, an insider explained, “Especially after Presley got a DUI (in 2018), George would advise, ‘Don’t do that; it’s not smart. Be careful.’”

The actor didn’t stop encouraging Crawford and Rande’s son to get clean even in recent times, offering him all the support he needed. Some of George’s recent message exchanges with Presley saw him writing, “‘I am here for you,’ that kind of stuff,” according to the source.

Cindy Crawford ‘Never Stopped’ Trying To Save Her Son

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The pain of Presley’s death is further compounded given his parents’ unconditional support and love until the very end.

According to insiders, the tragic circumstance of Crawford and Rande’s son’s passing wasn’t due to neglect or bad parenting.

“Cindy and Rande could not have been more supportive of Presley. They were always there for him and did everything they could to help him,” the source explained, as reported by The Blast.

Describing Presley’s substance use struggles as “very up and down,” the insider noted the young adult seemed to be doing well in recent years, even working at the family restaurant in Malibu.

“That is what makes this so heartbreaking. His family never stopped supporting him, loving him, and hoping that he would be okay,” lamented the source.

Presley Gerber Struggled To Find His Place In Final Months

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It turns out Crawford and her husband weren’t alone in getting help for their son, as Presley himself had checked into a facility after recognizing he was struggling.

According to The Blast, in his final weeks, those close to the young model noticed he seemed unusual, but they couldn’t place it. “He seemed a little off in recent weeks. Something was just not there. Energetically, he didn’t seem like himself,” noted the insider.

Another source explained that Presley, who dealt with self-esteem issues while alive, felt like “he was lacking purpose in his life” and “hadn’t really found his place.”

A woman accused of fatally attacking her husband with a box cutter and coffee mug has been charged with second-degree murder, according to authorities.

Christine Clark, of Hartford, New York, is also charged with tampering with physical evidence, a felony offense, and criminal possession of a weapon, which is a misdemeanor, New York State Police said in a Thursday, September 24, news release.

State police and first responders found Clark’s husband, James M. Clark, with “severe, life-threatening injuries” at a Hartford home the morning of Wednesday, September 23, after they were called to a report of an unresponsive adult, according to police.

James, 43, was taken to a nearby hospital, where he ultimately died.

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Christine, 43, was arrested that same day in relation to his death, police said.

Investigators learned Christine cut James’ body using a box cutter and struck his head with a coffee mug, according to court filings obtained by WTEN.

She is accused of trying to hide her involvement in the crime by attempting to clean her husband’s blood using towels and water, the TV station reported.

It wasn’t immediately clear what led to the alleged attack.

Following her arrest, Christine was booked in the Washington County Correctional Facility, state police said. The jail is located about a 55-mile drive northeast from Albany.

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On Thursday, September 24, she appeared in court for an arraignment and was ordered to be held in jail without bail.

State police said more details will be released following James’ autopsy, which was scheduled for Thursday.

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Information regarding her legal representation or whether she entered a plea wasn’t immediately available.

If Christine is found guilty of second-degree murder, she could face at least 15 years in prison and up to 25 years to life, according to the Marwaha Law Group.

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 for confidential support.

More than 83 tons of meat are being recalled across the U.S. According to the Department of Agriculture, federal authorities failed to properly inspect the meat and shipped it with fake inspection stickers.

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Dept. Of Agriculture Explains Meat Recall

Star Meat Delivery Inc., based in Lucama, North Carolina, is recalling more than 167,000 pounds of raw pork, beef, and goat nationwide. The USDA said that number could grow as it continues its investigation. The agency said it discovered the problem during the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service’s routine checks. It’s not clear whether officials have arrested or criminally charged anyone.

The products ended up at the Georgia distributor A&D Foods for distribution to retail and restaurant locations nationwide. Additionally, the meat in question was produced “on various dates” before Sept. 22. They had USDA inspection stickers falsely bearing an establishment number — EST. 1363 — that the agency said, “does not have a federal grant of inspection.” The USDA said the products are unsafe to eat. Furthermore, customers should discard or return the product(s) to the place of purchase.

However, the agency warned that some packages people purchased may not bear that labeling. That’s because retail stores may have applied their own stickers with pricing and safe handling instructions.

No Reports Of Illnesses Yet

Food produced without inspection may contain undeclared allergens, harmful bacteria, or other contaminants, the Dept of Agriculture said Tuesday (Sept. 22) in announcing the meat recall. So far, there have been no confirmed reports of illnesses or injuries from the meats, according to the USDA.

Company Responsible Reacts To Recall

Star Meat Delivery, in a statement posted on its Facebook page Thursday, pushed back at the notion that the inspection stamps on its products were somehow falsified. It said the establishment number in question was “legitimately reserved” as part of the USDA application process. The company is seeking approval to process and package meat for the Georgia distributor. That approval process is still underway, Star Meat said, although the meat involved came from a USDA-inspected supplier.

“No other products sold by Star Meat Delivery were mislabeled, and no other products sold by Star Meat Delivery are part of the recall that has been issued,” the company said. “We are cooperating fully with the appropriate authorities to finalize the application and are following the recall procedures that have been put into place.”

The USDA didn’t immediately respond to Star Meat’s statement. Recalls triggered by forged inspection stamps are relatively rare, according to Keith Schneider. Keith is a food safety professor at the University of Florida in Gainesville.

“This is someone taking a shortcut,” he said. “Systems are in place to catch these sorts of things and it appears the system worked as intended. You can’t skip inspections.”

Last year, some 32,000 pounds of meat, including chorizo, pork chops and ribs, were recalled after the USDA determined they had fake inspection stickers. The meat was produced by Sabrositos Hondurenos of New Jersey.

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Fans have been gushing ever since a source close to Ari Fletcher and Moneybagg Yo exclusively confirmed to The Shade Room that the couple is officially married! There’s no word on when their traditional Muslim wedding ceremony went down, but Bagg is making one thing clear — he’s BEEN in his husband era!

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Husband Era Activated! Moneybagg Yo Claps Back At Comment About Showing Skin

Recently, a social media user tried to clock Moneybagg Yo for showing a lil’ too much skin now that he’s officially off the market. The rapper hit Instagram with a fresh batch of photos showing him putting in work during an intense track workout. Bagg ditched his shirt for the sweat session and rocked nothing but shorts, sunglasses, and sneakers — oh, and his abs definitely made an appearance as the bonus accessory! Once a social media user peeped Bagg popping out with his whole chest on display, she wasted no time telling him, “Cover up..u married now.” Bagg clearly caught the comment and clapped back immediately, replying with, “I been dat stay focus.” Whew, he had time! 

Locked In For Life! Ari & Moneybagg Are Officially Married!

Ari Fletcher recently had fans in their feels when she came through with a sweet birthday post for Bagg. The Remedy founder shared a carousel of photos featuring her and her hubby, but one particular flick quickly stole the spotlight. The pic showed the couple in all-white traditional Muslim attire, sharing a kiss. Fans immediately wondered whether Ari had confirmed they had tied the knot. Shortly after she dropped the photo, a source close to the couple exclusively confirmed to The Shade Room that she and Moneybagg Yo are officially married. Details surrounding their ceremony remain under wraps for now. However, during BET Weekend back in June, Ari did tell TSR that she and Bagg also have an official wedding planned for 2027.

Ari & Moneybagg Previously Fueled Married Speculation

Fans have been speculating for a minute that Ari and Moneybagg were already husband and wife. Folks even started clocking their social media accounts for clues. Back in July, fans flooded Bagg’s comment section after peeping the massive rings he and Ari wore while celebrating her 31st birthday in Ibiza. It’s hard to tell from the pics whether they actually wore the rings on their left hands, but either way, those icy rocks are hard to miss!

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Plaid may be a fall classic, but this year’s version feels straight out of a very fashionable weekend in the country. Rich brown prints, flowy gingham silhouettes and chic checkered layers are giving the pattern a rustic-chic makeover for 2026. It’s less ‘lumberjack,’ more ‘English countryside’ — and we’re very into it.

We found 17 affordable pieces that make the trend easy to wear, including ruffled blouses, flattering skirts, romantic dresses and rich-looking plaid jackets. There are polished options for work, relaxed picks for weekends and statement-making layers that can upgrade the jeans already in your closet. Even better, getting the look starts at only $10.

17 Rich-Looking Plaid Pieces for Fall 2026

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1. Our Favorite: This is the kind of plaid that makes Us want to spend a weekend in the countryside. The brown checked blouse combines an autumnal color palette with a fitted button-down shape that looks especially chic with denim.

2. Ruffle Up: Ruffles are an easy way to soften up classic plaid. This gingham button-down shirt combines the two with billowy sleeves and a fitted shape for a look that feels equal parts country and chic.

3. Waist-Flattering: Plaid gets a figure-flattering twist with this ruched button-down top. The cinched waist creates definition through the middle, while the moody brown print brings the rustic fall energy.

4. English Countryside: This flowy gingham blouse looks like it belongs on a weekend spent somewhere incredibly charming. The billowy sleeves and a relaxed fit give the classic print an easy yet expensive-looking feel.

5. Casual Friday: Plaid can absolutely clock in for work. This beige pleated blouse looks polished with trousers for the office but relaxed enough to wear with jeans once the weekend starts.

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6. Our Favorite: This flowy plaid midi skirt was basically made for a crisp fall afternoon. Style it with a fitted sweater and knee-high boots for apple picking, cider sipping and obligatory fall photos.

7. Saturday Stroll: Jeans can take the morning off. Over 1,000 shoppers bought these brown gingham pants in the last month alone, and the stretchy smocked waist and breezy wide legs might explain why.

8. Rich Brown: Chocolatey shades make plaid look even more expensive. These wide-leg trousers combine the rich fall palette with a high-rise silhouette that looks chic with everything from sweaters to leather jackets.

9. Plaid About You: This high-waisted mini skirt gives the rustic-chic trend a flirty twist. It comes in tons of plaid styles, including classic brown, preppy red, black-and-white and oversized checks.

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10. ​​Our Favorite: This brown gingham maxi dress looks like it belongs in a countryside rom-com. The fitted waist and sweeping tiered skirt create a romantic silhouette that feels straight out of an autumn love story.

11. Layer Up: Don’t pack away this gingham maxi dress when summer ends. The sleeveless silhouette makes it easy to layer under a chunky cardigan or faux suede jacket once temperatures drop.

12. Pocket Perk: Yes, the plaid is cute, but this tiered fall dress also has pockets. Its relaxed silhouette and long sleeves make it an easy throw-on option when jeans simply aren’t happening.

13. Soft Girl: Rustic-chic gets a softer spin with this light brown gingham dress. Delicate flutter sleeves, a smocked waist and ruffled tiers give the classic country print an extra-feminine finish.

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14. Our Favorite: When a cardigan feels too casual, reach for this tailored plaid blazer instead. The structured shape instantly sharpens up tees, tanks and lightweight sweaters without requiring much styling.

15. Classic Investment: This notched lapel plaid blazer has the kind of timeless shape you’ll pull out every fall. The double-breasted silhouette and neutral checkered print works with everything from jeans to dresses.

16. Selling Fast: Plaid gets a cool-girl makeover with this checked bomber jacket. Over 2,000 shoppers bought one in the last month, and we can see why; the oversized shape makes it an easy throw-on layer for jeans and leggings.

17. Equestrian Chic: No actual horseback riding is required for this one. This plaid barn jacket channels the equestrian aesthetic with heritage checks, an oversized fit and a polished stand collar.

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“If you leave a door half open, soon you’ll hear the whispers spoken” is one of the creepiest things we’ve heard lately, and that’s the kind of thing that stays with you after you watch the newest crime thriller that Netflix has to offer. Clearly, their subscribers don’t mind losing out on a few nights’ sleep because one of their darkest movies to date has turned into a figurative streaming monster.

Robert De Niro (Goodfellas) stars in The Whisper Man, which has officially become one of Netflix’s biggest movies of 2026 after spending four consecutive weeks inside the global Top 10. The thriller opened with 23.2 million views before exploding to 33.4 million views during its first full week, when it became Netflix’s No. 1 English-language movie worldwide. Another 12.7 million followed the next week, with the movie adding 6.2 million between September 14-20.

When his 8-year-old son is abducted, a widowed crime writer, Tom Kennedy, looks to his estranged father, a retired former police detective (De Niro), for help, only to discover a connection with the decades-old case of a convicted serial killer known as “The Whisper Man.”

Who’s Involved in ‘The Whisper Man’?

The cast is led by Adam Scott (Severance) as Tom Kennedy alongside De Niro as Peter Willis, Michelle Monaghan(The White Lotus) as Amanda Beck, Hamish Linklater (Midnight Mass), Owen Teague (Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes), Acston Luca Porto (Dora and the Search for Sol Dorado), and Will Brill (The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel).

The movie is directed by James Ashcroft (The Rule of Jenny Pen, Coming Home in the Dark) and written by Ben Jacoby (The First Omen) and Chase Palmer (It). The Whisper Man is an AGBO production, Netflix’s sixth collaboration to date with the production company founded by Anthony Russo and Joe Russo (Avengers: Doomsday).

AGBO’s previous movies for the service include Extraction, The Electric State, The Gray Man, and Extraction 2. Netflix said those films had accumulated more than 250 million views between them before The Whisper Man arrived, and this is just the latest in what’s proving to be a very fruitful partnership for all parties. Next up for AGBO and Netflix will be Extraction 3, which brings back Chris Hemsworth and Idris Elba in the action franchise directed by Sam Hargave.

The Whisper Man is streaming now on Netflix.

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August 28, 2026

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Ben Jacoby, Chase Palmer, Alex North

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A good detective will follow a very precise set of rules in order to help them solve a crime. It’s important that those rules be followed to the letter. Look for a motive? Check. Establish a timeline? It’s done. Interrogate the suspects? Easy. Eat some grass? Wait, what? Did Sherlock Holmes ever graze a field? If he didn’t, maybe he should have tried it. Could have helped, as this lot proved.

Hugh Jackman’s (Logan) The Sheep Detectives has officially become one of Prime Video’s most enduring movie hits of 2026, almost three months after making its streaming debut. The acclaimed murder mystery reached No. 1 among movies on Prime Video in the United States following its June 24 arrival and was still sitting inside Amazon’s worldwide Prime Original Top 10 for the week of September 7-13.

The human cast includes Jackman as George alongside Nicholas Braun (Succession), Nicholas Galitzine (Red, White & Royal Blue), Emma Thompson (Love Actually), Hong Chau (The Whale), and Molly Gordon (The Bear). The flock gets an absurdly stacked voice cast of its own, including Julia Louis-Dreyfus (Veep), Bryan Cranston (Breaking Bad), Chris O’Dowd (Bridesmaids), Regina Hall (Girls Trip), Patrick Stewart (Star Trek: Picard), Bella Ramsey (The Last of Us), and Brett Goldstein (Ted Lasso). Kyle Balda (Minions: The Rise of Gru) directs the adaptation of Leonie Swann’s novel, with Project Hail Mary directors Phil Lord and Christopher Miller among its executive producers.

How Good Is ‘The Sheep Detectives’?

Turns out extremely good. The Sheep Detectives currently sits at 95% on Rotten Tomatoes. But these aren’t just 3 star reviews, the film is really good as what could easily have been a one-joke family movie instead became one of the year’s most acclaimed mysteries, with the sheep’s investigation providing the comedy without completely sacrificing the actual whodunit underneath it. Plus, it’s extremely moving and affecting, with themes of what it means to belong, found family and working together in the face of adversity. It’s truly one of those almost perfect ‘family films’, a proper four-quadrant production that everyone will enjoy.

The movie didn’t exactly embarrass itself theatrically either, eventually earning around $133 million worldwide before making the jump to Prime Video. Streaming is where things really took off. The movie reached No. 1 on Prime Video in the United States and was also No. 1 across JustWatch’s combined UK and Ireland streaming chart shortly after its release. Months later, Amazon’s own worldwide rankings still had it among Prime Video’s 10 most-watched original movies.

The Sheep Detectives is streaming now on Prime Video.

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Release Date

May 8, 2026

Runtime

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109 Minutes

Director

Kyle Balda

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