A mom in Florida has been accused of exposing her baby to methamphetamine by preparing baby formula with water she used to clean needles.

The Alachua County Sheriff’s Office said in a statement via Facebook that Jalyn Brownworth was charged with child neglect with no bodily harm after police said her baby showed signs of exposure to methamphetamine.

Brownworth, 32, was arrested on April 9 after medical staffers at a local hospital contacted police to report that they believed her baby had potentially been exposed to drugs. Medical staff called the Department of Children and Families, which launched an investigation into the matter.

Police said that Brownworth brought her baby to the hospital after she grew concerned over behavioral changes. After medical staff examined the baby, they grew to suspect that the baby had been exposed to an illicit substance.

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The baby ultimately tested positive for methamphetamine, according to police. Amid the investigation, authorities learned that Brownworth fed her baby formula that she made with water that had been contaminated after she previously used it to clean hypodermic needles that were used to inject methamphetamine.

Police said that the baby is in stable condition and recovering. However, it’s not currently clear whose custody the baby is in following Brownworth’s arrest.

Brownworth has also been ordered to not make contact with the baby when she is eventually released from jail.

She is currently in custody at the Alachua County Jail on $20,000 bond, according to WCJB.

The investigation into the case remains ongoing.

Brownworth’s next court date has not been made publicly available. It is not currently clear if she has entered a plea or retained legal counsel following her arrest.

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A New Mexico woman gave birth inside of a portable toilet and “dropped” her newborn daughter inside the toilet’s holding tank, where the infant drowned, according to police. Now, Sonia Cristal Jimenez, 38, is facing one count of intentional child abuse resulting in death, which is a first-degree felony, the Las Cruces Police Department said […]

The Alachua County Sheriff’s Office did not immediately respond to Us Weekly’s request for comment regarding updates in the case.

Babies who are exposed to methamphetamine while in the womb and after birth face the possibility of severe health risks, which include low birth weight, premature birth, neonatal withdrawal and long-term neurobehavioral issues, according to the National Institute of Health.

Methamphetamine use during pregnancy has been linked to a higher chance for pre-term delivery, poor growth and low birth weight. The National Institute of Health reported that some studies have suggested that methamphetamine use in pregnancy can increase the chance for the baby to have high blood pressure, placental abruption and fetal or infant death.

By Jennifer Asencio
| Published 9 minutes ago

Ever since it was announced in May 2025, the Elden Ring movie has been eagerly awaited by fans of the video game. Written by George R.R. Martin and FromSoftware game developer Hidetaka Miyazaki, the game put players in a world ruled by demigods whose war for dominance destroys the one artifact holding the land in balance. On April 6, 2026, news leaked that the movie Elden Ring has begun filming.

This happened because a random group of social media users stumbled over a set piece in England that features iconic imagery from the game. The setting itself is reminiscent of the game’s dark fantasy setting, but it also features a statue of Queen Marika, who is a major game character responsible for breaking the titular Elden Ring and causing chaos in the Land Between. The online influencers shared a video of the set online, once again igniting enthusiasm from the game’s fans.

Alex Garland Leading The Charge

The incredible game was written by a fantasy legend and a renowned game creator, and the script was written by another game writer, Alex Garland. While most people know him for Annihilation and the controversial Civil War, Garland is also credited as the writer of the popular video game title Devil May Cry and three of its sequels and re-masters. Garland’s skill as a director are proven by his movies, but he has written two novels, The Tesseract and The Beach, as well as several major screenplays beyond those he directed, including Sunshine, Dredd, 28 Years Later, and 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple.

It also helps that Garland is a real fan of the game, so having creative control over both the script and the direction of the movie is a strong indication that the film is in good hands. We’ve seen “true fans” like Alex Kurtzman and Chloe Zhao malign franchises like Star Trek and Buffy the Vampire Slayer before, but Garland doesn’t seem the type to misrepresent his source material, even when he changes it to suit his own plot. Annihilation strayed from some of the themes of the Jeff VanderMeer novel, but retained the dreamy essence of the story, and some even consider his adaptation superior to the novel. Civil War proved that he doesn’t cater to Hollywood controversy.

Further Developments Are Imminent

These elements hint that fans can expect an Elden Ring that will capture the qualities of the game they enjoy, even if it chooses not to rely on its familiar player-characters. Garland always puts a lot of thought into what he writes, especially if he is going to direct it. That is why out of 22 writing credits, he only has directed seven films, including Elden Ring.

Unfortunately for emphatic Elden Ring fans, they’ll have to stay in suspense just a little while longer. There is no release date for the movie as of this writing, so we’ll all just have to be satisfied knowing that it has progressed far enough to begin filming. While that isn’t a guarantee that the movie will make it to theaters, it is definitely enough to stoke the imaginations of fans everywhere by revealing that the beloved setting has been brought to life from their video game screens.

Brit Eady Confirms Split From Husband Mike Cunningham After Five Years!  

Brit Eady is officially closing the door on her marriage.

The Real Housewives of Atlanta alum, 37, confirmed she and husband Mike Cunningham are separating after five years together—using the final day of the year to publicly rip the bandage off. “I’m posting this on the last day of 365 to remove this facade of faking like this marriage is going to work,” Brit wrote in a pointed Instagram post on Dec. 31.

Making it clear there’s no turning back, she added, “Everybody can’t come into the next chapter. I’m done hurting and I want to be happy in my next chapter. Cheers to 2026 of putting my happiness first 🥂 ✌🏽.” She also shut down speculation head-on, writing, “And for the record as much as I can’t stand him, we are not going to create a false narrative that I’m walking away because of any fake made up rumors.”

The announcement was paired with a polished, almost cinematic photo of the former couple and a follow-up slide reading, “… & ima come out of every storm like it was never raining,” set to Usher’s breakup anthem “Papers.”

Beyond the breakup itself, Brit used the moment to unpack deeper emotional truths—revealing how disrespect has played a major role in her personal unraveling. “I can be chill, fun, easy to get along with … I can vibe with anybody,” she wrote. “But the second I feel disrespected, everything in me shifts. My peace goes out the window, my patience disappears, and that soft version of me turns sharp real quick.”

She continued, “I’m self-aware enough to know I’m a good woman. I’m kind, I’m genuine, I’m understanding, and I always try to lead with love. But that’s exactly why disrespect hits so deep … because I know how much grace I give before I ever lose it.”

Brit made it clear her reactions didn’t come out of nowhere. “When I snap, it’s never random, it’s a reaction. What you put in is what you get out of me.” While acknowledging she’s still growing, Brit Eady emphasized that peace—not proving a point—is now the priority. “Learning that not everyone deserves a response. Learning that peace is better than proving a point,” she wrote, adding, “Growth isn’t about never being triggered… it’s about recognizing what triggers you and protecting yourself before you get there.”

Mike Cunningham, for his part, offered a restrained response amid the very public split. In a statement to PEOPLE, he said, “All marriages have ups and downs, we just happen to go through things publicly. I’ve always had the upmost respect for my wife and our union. In spite of some of our issues being brought to the public, I will not feed into the drama and narratives being painted.”

The couple married in 2020 during the height of the pandemic, opting for a courthouse ceremony and Zoom vows instead of a traditional celebration. “I was a little sad about that,” Brit previously shared on RHOA, “but being a wife was way more important.”

She’s also been open about how their relationship began—revealing Mike was initially her insurance client before friendship turned romantic. “I met Mike when I launched my insurance agency. And Mike was my client so I didn’t want to date my client so we became friends,” she recalled. “And probably about two or three months of him FaceTiming all the time, I was like, ‘Wait a minute, I’m going to watch out for you.’”

She added that a trip to Las Vegas sealed the deal. “We dated and we went on our first trip to Vegas and I said, ‘Mike, I’ll come to Vegas with you but you not getting none.’ When I tell you we had the best time. I was like, ‘Okay, he might be the one.’”

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Bethenny Frankel Reveals Alarming Stage 2 Kidney Disease Diagnosis and Urges Fans to Not Ignore the Warning Signs

Bethenny Frankel is getting real — and a little raw — about a health scare she says she didn’t see coming.

The Real Housewives of New York alum revealed on TikTok that she’s been diagnosed with stage 2 chronic kidney disease, and she says she’s speaking out not for sympathy, but as a warning. “I have a medical announcement. Not because I want you to worry, but because I want you to take precautions in your own life, be mindful,” Bethenny, 55, said in her Jan. 22 video.

According to the SkinnyGirl founder, this wasn’t some random discovery. She said she’s been staying on top of her health with routine testing. “I’d been proactive about blood tests, bone density, all the things,” she explained — but repeated labs showed something was off.

“My kidney function was coming up low. That led to a referral to a kidney specialist — a visit she admittedly tried to dodge. “I didn’t want to go … I didn’t feel like going today,” she confessed. Still, she went — and the news hit hard.

“He said to me, ‘You have stage 2 chronic kidney disease,’ ” Bethenny shared, adding that doctors believe it could be autoimmune-related or tied to a near-fatal allergic reaction she suffered years ago. “It could have been caused by ‘this traumatic experience I had years ago when I almost died from an allergy attack. It could have done damage to the kidney.’ ” Stage 2 kidney disease involves a mild loss of kidney function, and doctors say it can often be managed with close monitoring and blood pressure control.

But Bethenny Frankel revealed the condition may already be affecting her daily life.

She said it’s likely behind recurring infections. “I do get UTIs, not as much anymore,” she noted. And when it comes to treatment, the advice was simple — but not easy for her. “I don’t drink a lot of water … I’m holding a bottle, but I’m not usually drinking it.” When she told her doctor she drinks kombucha instead, she said his response was blunt: “Water is your medicine. You have to drink a giant — I think he said 1.5 [gallons] — and you can put your hydration packets in it.” The doctor also gave her a long don’t list — including ibuprofen, Aleve, Advil, turmeric, and even ice cream, which she was eating during the video. “I remembered after,” she joked.

This diagnosis is just the latest in a string of health issues for Bethenny. In 2023, she was diagnosed with long COVID and the autoimmune condition POTS. Earlier this month, she also battled a bacterial infection while vacationing in St. Barth’s.

Bethenny Frankel said she decided to be transparent because this may not be temporary. “Maybe this is something I’ll have to deal with forever, but I just wanted to tell you because I think it’s important to go get all your bloodwork done.” She urged followers to stay vigilant. “Be thorough,” she said, encouraging regular testing and follow-ups.

“Then do the follow-ups for anything that seems like an outlier. And frankly, get your bloodwork done maybe six months and then six months later, because different stuff could come up and sometimes it’s an aberration and sometimes it means something.”

In her case, she said, “In this case, it was a pattern.” And in true Bethenny fashion, she ended with a mix of honesty and humor — saying she’s still trying to understand what it all means, and joking that she hopes to get clarity from “part-time doctors” on TikTok. “I don’t know exactly what it means. Many of you will, which is also why I’m sharing with you.”

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By Robert Scucci
| Published 28 seconds ago

Ever since John Wick started John Wicking, “John Wick” has basically become its own action subgenre. If you hear anybody say something is “like John Wick,” you can expect a lone assassin who can effortlessly level rooms full of henchmen with reckless abandon, never run out of bullets, and be fueled by some sort of revenge arc that lets them tap into near-superhuman abilities.

Netflix’s Kate (2021) is one of those movies. There’s not much plot to it, but the action is highly stylized and expertly choreographed, and your brain turns smooth as you watch countless bodies drop by gun, sword, or hand.

One Last Job? Yeah, Right!

Kate (Mary Elizabeth Winstead) is a highly skilled assassin who was raised and trained to be a ruthless killing machine by her handler, Varrick (Woody Harrelson). Despite the nature of her work, Kate has a strict moral code, meaning she refuses to carry out hits when children are present. After one job forces her to violate her own ethics, Kate tells Varrick she’s ready to hang it up after one last assignment.

While lying low at a hotel, Kate has a one-night stand with a man named Stephen (Michiel Huisman), which proves to be a fatal mistake. As luck would have it, the wine Kate shared with Stephen was dosed with Polonium-204, giving her a rare form of radiation poisoning that leaves her with 24 hours to live. Borrowing from the Crank (2006) playbook, Kate gets hopped up on an alarming amount of injectable stimulants, vowing to track down whoever put Stephen up to poisoning her.

From this point forward, Kate doesn’t mess around. She has reason to believe the yakuza syndicate she’s previously targeted is behind her incurable countdown, but she has yet to figure out how deep it all goes. Along the way, she befriends Ani (Miku Martineau), who just so happens to be the niece of Kijima (Jun Kunimura), the yakuza boss who has a personal vendetta against Kate.

As you’d expect in this kind of John Wick-style movie, calculating the body count is nearly impossible. There’s so much collateral damage you’d need to watch at half speed to properly clock the carnage. The blood splatter leans into Kill Bill territory, but it’s more grounded than full-on comic book excess. Wounds don’t spray like geysers, but any fight scene set in an all-white room delivers more than enough splatter to satisfy your craving for cinematic violence. The neon-drenched city backdrop makes any chase sequence stand out and jump off the screen during those moments where there’s no combat, but the night is still dangerous. 

By Now Standard Fare, But Executed To Perfection

If you’ve seen any John Wick movie, Atomic Blonde, Kill Bill, Monkey Man, or the Nobody films, you already know what you’re getting with Kate. That’s not a knock. These movies don’t offer much nuance on the plot front, but they’re a blast to watch. Mary Elizabeth Winstead is an absolute beast here, and even though she wasn’t previously on my radar, she is now. She knows exactly how to handle a revenge arc with the right amount of attitude.

Kate starts with a moral code, but all of that goes out the window once her countdown begins. From that point on, it’s game over, and Winstead sells it every step of the way.

Kate doesn’t reinvent the ultra-violent action thriller wheel, but it’s a damn good wheel. It’s one you can take for a spin on Netflix the next time you want to watch a dangerous babe throw down, kick ass, and take names.

Prince Carter Brings Fans Front Row and Backstage at Boys 4 Life Tour With Bow Wow, B5 & More

Prince Carter is stepping into a different kind of spotlight — one that goes beyond simply attending events and into capturing the moments fans don’t usually get to see.

The media personality recently gave an inside look at the Boys 4 Life Tour, offering both front row and backstage access to a lineup packed with early 2000s hitmakers, including Bow Wow, B5, Pretty Ricky, Crime Mob, and Dem Franchize Boyz.

A Front Row Seat to Nostalgia

From the crowd’s perspective, the tour delivers exactly what fans have been craving — nostalgia, energy, and a reminder of an era that helped shape today’s music landscape. Prince Carter’s footage places viewers directly in that moment, capturing performances that still resonate years later.

Each artist brought their signature sound to the stage, proving that their impact hasn’t faded — it’s evolved.

Backstage Access Fans Rarely See

But what really sets this apart is what happens behind the scenes.

Carter’s backstage moments reveal a more relaxed, unfiltered side of the tour. Artists are seen connecting, laughing, and moving through the night with a sense of familiarity that only comes from shared history in the industry.

It’s the kind of access fans don’t typically get — and it adds a layer of authenticity to the overall experience.

More Than Just a Moment

While this may seem like standard concert coverage, it’s clear there’s a bigger picture unfolding.

Prince Carter continues to position himself at the intersection of media and culture, documenting experiences from the inside while building anticipation for his upcoming docu-series, A Day In The Life Of A Prince.

If this latest release is any indication, audiences can expect a deeper look into the moments, relationships, and access that define his journey.

Bold and the Beautiful indicates that Ivy Forrester (Ashleigh Brewer) is exposed at last and Electra Forrester (Laneya Grace) and Will Spencer (Crew Morrow) learn the truth they deserve to hear.

So, Ivy is going to have to face the music and answer to Electra and Will and some other people because those two might just be the beginning. We’re going to talk about the epic fallout that Ivy is going to have to face and what might come next after her manipulations are all exposed.

Daphne Finally Tells The Truth on Bold and the Beautiful

All right, so this week Daphne Rose (Murielle Hilaire) already got into it with Ivy and told her it’s gone on too long. The truth needs to come out. But again, Ivy brushed her off, but Daphne said they are not done. And then after Carter Walton (Lawrence Saint-Victor) broke up the fight between Will and RJ Forrester (Joshua Hoffman), we had Daphne telling him it’s not fair.

She hates what’s happened between Will and Electra. And then Daphne circled back around to Ivy again when she saw her pressing RJ to pursue Electra. Now that Daphne’s seen that Ivy won’t come clean and won’t stop manipulating Electra until she gets what she wants, she’s tired of it. And with Ivy digging in her heels, Daphne’s going to feel like she has no choice.

She’s given her every chance to do the right thing. Ivy’s not doing it. So, Daphne is going to tell Electra later this week that she deserves to know the truth about what happened to her relationship with Will. And it sounds like Daphne spills the whole manipulation scheme, all of it, everything that Ivy has done.

And by Friday, a tearful Electra is asking her aunt Ivy, where is the letter that she wrote to Will? Now, I do expect Ivy to try and lie and deny, but then she’s going to have to give Electra the truth. And the letter, that letter Electra wrote, is likely still in Ivy’s purse.

Electra and Will Confront Ivy on B&B

And once the truth comes out, both Electra and Will are going to confront Ivy, and they are big mad. We also have Dylan making a heartbreaking decision this week. Could be about moving out of Will’s, but honestly, I think Electra is being extra on that. One paycheck as a receptionist does not mean you have enough to afford an LA rental. And she thinks Dylan can find a place to live in a day.

That lets you know how out of touch and spoiled that Electra is. You need first and last month’s rent. You need a security deposit and renter’s insurance. Also, you need some furniture. You know, and I don’t think Dylan is making bank answering phones at Forrester. I kind of think Will is actually way too nice for Electra, if I’m being honest.

Dylan Fesses Up on Bold and the Beautiful?

Anyway, Dylan may also come clean about Ivy telling her to make a move on Will after Ivy split them up. But the bottom line is that Electra is going to know exactly what her aunt Ivy did by the end of the week. Of course, Daphne knows and Will’s going to know soon. And I’m sure from there word is going to spread around Forrester Creations like wildfire about Ivy’s horrible and manipulative behavior.

And it was actually in RJ’s favor. But I don’t think he’s going to defend her if I’m being honest. And from there, I expect that we are going to get massive fallout headed in Ivy’s direction. And not just from Will and Electra. There’s a lot of other people who may be putting Ivy in the hot seat and it could be people in important positions, people she’s going to regret upsetting.

Electra May Cut Ivy Out of Her Life

So, first after the truth bomb drops, I think Electra may cut Ivy out of her life because Electra trusted Ivy over anybody else. She refused to believe or even listen to Will and Dylan because she thought her aunt Ivy would never mislead her or betray her trust.

So, Electra is going to be heartbroken. I think she may feel foolish for believing Ivy. And from there, I expect Electra to say she can’t work with Ivy. She can’t be around her. She doesn’t want to see her. And Electra thinks that Will is the love of her life.

And she has been bullying Dylan non-stop for a while. So, I’m actually hoping that Electra turns all that bully energy onto Ivy where it belongs. And I hope Electra also tells her dad, who of course is Ivy’s brother, exactly what she did so that she also faces consequences from that whole side of the family, not just Electra herself.

Will Steffy Fire Ivy?

Now, the next thing I expect is for Steffy Forrester (Jacqueline MacInnes Wood) to fire Ivy. Cousin or not, Steffy hates Ivy, and she has for years. They’ve had many issues and a long-standing rivalry over Liam. And don’t forget, Wyatt was also in Ivy’s crosshairs at one point.

So, I think she is just being hateful to Will because basically Ivy got dumped by two Spencers. She’s just salty. And if you remember, Steffy accidentally electroshocked Ivy once at Forrester Creations in the middle of a fight down in the basement. That was wild. So, Steffy doesn’t like Ivy. She doesn’t trust her on Bold and the Beautiful.

And if you remember, she tricked Liam into basically green card marrying her when he was with Steffy. So, I’m sure she’s going to feel bad for Electra, but also Steffy might love a reason to kick Ivy out the door. She didn’t want her there to start with and Electra can just design on her own.

Eric May Be Disappointed In Ivy on Bold and the Beautiful

I’m sure another thing is Eric Forrester (John McCook) may lay into Ivy for what she did to Electra and that would crush Ivy because she adores her uncle Eric and she wouldn’t want to disappoint him or upset him. If you remember, Ivy was the only one who attended Eric and Quinn’s wedding and Ivy treasures Eric.

But Ivy’s recent antics have been way, way out of line. And I can’t see Eric condoning that. He might give Ivy a piece of his mind and tell her how appalled that he is. And this might be one more family member who reads her for filth after the Electra plot comes out.

Now, even though Ivy swears she did all this for Electra and everything was in her best interest, that is no defense. I mean, heck, Eric himself may fire Ivy and tell her she’s no longer welcome at Forrester Creations. She’s not welcome at Eric’s home, at least until everything calms down. Now, I’m sure Ivy would be crushed if that happened.

Will Ivy Be Sent Back To Australia?

And another consequence Ivy might face is she might be sent back to Australia rather than offered other options. So, we could see Ridge Forrester (Thorsten Kaye) and Steffy agreeing not only does Ivy need fired from Forrester Creations main office in LA, but they won’t let her go hide out at Forrester International in Paris like they let black sheep do sometimes.

So, the Forresters may decide that Ivy needs cut off from everybody. And we know that she is going somewhere because Ashley Brewer, I think, is probably already out on maternity leave. So, I suspect she may have wrapped filming as Ivy. We’ll know for sure soon.

Bold and the Beautiful: Ridge May Lose it on Ivy

And last, but not least, Ridge may chew Ivy out for ripping the Forrester Creations office apart. She’s the one to blame for RJ and Will brawling in the CEO office. Even though RJ’s attitude was a big part of it. You know, Ivy ratcheted things up. She was actively pitting RJ and Will against each other by tricking Electra. So, if Steffy says Ivy’s fired, she may turn to Ridge and ask him to override Steffy and let her stay.

But, I suspect Ridge would agree with Steffy and say that Ivy’s got to go because her antics have set up RJ for heartache. That’s one thing. And we know that Electra is going back to Will. So, RJ is going to end up hurt by what Ivy did and Brooke Logan (Katherine Kelly Lang) and Ridge aren’t going to tolerate that. So, watch and see how Ivy has to pay for her awful behavior.

Days of Our Lives has Alex Kiriakis (Robert Scott Wilson) trying to keep his new wife Stephanie Johnson (Abigail Klein) happy and safe, but she thinks Alex is meddling and treating her like a kid. So, will Stephanie walk away for good because he’s too controlling? And we’re going to talk about this because it’s not the first time.

And of course, we know Alex is worried sick about Stephanie after her kidnapping ordeal with Owen Kent (Wes Ramsey). But Alex is failing miserably at making Stephanie happy and their marriage may wind up over and done soon because of a pattern of his behavior. Let’s get into it!

Stephanie’s PTSD After Kidnapping on Days of Our Lives

So, Alex and Stephanie are having a really rough time. She has serious PTSD after being kidnapped by creepy Owen and held captive in that hospital storage room. And the only person who gets it is Jeremy Horton (Michael Roark). Everybody else sympathizes, but Stephanie and Jeremy have a trauma bond.

They went through this together. And you know, Stephanie did suspect him of stalking. And of course, Alex and Steve Johnson falsely accused Jeremy. Yet, even in the face of all that, he still risked his life for her. He followed Owen to find Stephanie and then Jeremy wound up attacked and captured as well.

And right now, even though it’s not fair, Stephanie feels like Alex didn’t protect her from Owen. I mean, that’s cruel to think, much less say, because Alex did everything he could to keep Stephanie safe.

He even let her dad Steve move into their tiny apartment to help protect her. And even though Steve, Alex, and Jada Hunter (Elia Cantu) were on the lookout for the stalker, Stephanie was still taken by Owen, basically because they had their eyes on Jeremy. They were looking the wrong way. Credit where it’s due though. Owen did an impressive job of framing Jeremy Horton as an obsessive stalker.

Stephanie Trying to Heal on DOOL

So now Stephanie is reeling from the aftermath of Owen holding her captive. The same creep who kept her in a morgue drawer all those years ago. As Stephanie’s been having nightmares, she can’t stand to be touched. She wants a gun. She’s keeping the front door deadbolted all the time.

Meanwhile, Alex is trying his level best to make her feel better, but Stephanie won’t let him in. And Marlena Evans (Deidre Hall) encouraged Stephanie to talk to Alex, and Stephanie also opened up to Chanel Dupree DiMera (Raven Bowens) about her anxiety. But Stephanie didn’t tell Alex and sort of blames him for Owen grabbing her.

Alex Meddling In Stephanie’s Business on Days

And Stephanie’s also upset when she found out that Alex was prying things out of Chanel that she told her in confidence. So, it’s more than just the kidnapping that has Stephanie so riled up with her husband. It’s the meddling. Alex told his cousin Philip Kiriakis (John-Paul Lavoisier) that Stephanie wanted to give back the advance. She doesn’t want to be an author anymore, at least for now.

Which is it’s all accurate info that Alex gave Philip, but he was talking out of school. The problem is Stephanie wanted to talk to Philip and Kate Roberts (Lauren Koslow) herself. She didn’t need Alex taking care of her professional obligations for her. That is Stephanie’s responsibility and her right. And it’s her agency. And this isn’t the first time Alex has tried to limit Stephanie’s autonomy, saying that he was protecting her.

If you recall, a few years ago, before Stephanie and Alex were dating, he stepped in as interim CEO of Titan after Sonny Kiriakis (Zach Tinker) was stabbed. And back then, Alex used his position to get closer to Stephanie, who was doing PR for Titan, and she basically was forced to collaborate with Alex. And that was back when he had been a playboy doing threesomes, and then decided Stephanie was who he was meant to be with.

Alex’s Pattern of Controlling Behavior on Days of Our Lives

Also, if you remember, Alex acted out because he was jealous that she was dating Chad DiMera (previously Billy Flynn). And then when he got a chance with her, Alex did a bad thing. That was when Kayla Johnson (Mary Beth Evans) was sick and Alex turned off Stephanie’s phone when they were about to make love.

And that’s because Alex saw Chad’s name on the caller ID. And he was calling Stephanie to tell her that her mom, Kayla, was about to die. So, Stephanie missed being at her deathbed because of Alex being controlling. Now, fortunately, Kayla came back from the dead, as one does in Salem.

But that was a devastating betrayal for Stephanie and a huge mistake on Alex’s part. And a lot of fans saw him being really controlling back then because he basically prioritized getting Stephanie into bed over respecting a family emergency.

Days of our Lives: Alex’s Pushy Behavior Causes Problems

And let’s not forget how Alex pushed Stephanie when she was writing One Stormy Night. She was reluctant to have her book published at all, but Alex pushed it forward and then he promised to make sure the mile high sexy scene was cut from the book, but it stayed in and that’s how Jeremy ended up in the book and he realized Stephanie was Anastasia Sans.

So, Alex basically pushed Stephanie to publish and then he dropped the ball on the important edit that she wanted because Alex was fast-tracking the project. He was prioritizing its success over Stephanie’s need to remain anonymous.

And of course, we know EJ DiMera (Dan Feuerriegel) was the one who told Leo Stark (Greg Rikaart) she was Anastasia and it wasn’t Jeremy. But if Alex had listened to Stephanie and cut that scene, she and Jeremy wouldn’t have even been on Owen’s radar in the first place.

The Canceled Book Tour on DOOL

And then, of course, we have the canceled book tour. Alex interfered with Stephanie’s book tour. And basically, Alex canceled the dates without checking with Stephanie first. Again, Alex insisted he was protecting her and it was in her best interest because of the stalker.

And maybe it was, but again, he took her agency. He took Stephanie’s decisions away from her. The bottom line is Alex oversteps a lot. And he makes decisions for Stephanie instead of with Stephanie. And that was even before they were married on Days of our Lives.

All of this, plus then Alex went all alpha macho psycho when Stephanie told him about the trauma that she experienced while she and Jeremy were dating because Alex threatened Jeremy. He was looming. He was, you know, being pretty much psycho. But that’s not what Stephanie wanted.

She told Alex to share something from her past, not so he could go out being toxic on her behalf. And after Jeremy literally saved Stephanie, then Alex told Jeremy, “Stay away from Stephanie and leave Salem again” without a conversation with her to find out where Stephanie’s head was about that.

Will Alex Freak Out This Week on Days of Our Lives?

So, this week, spoilers say that Alex is going to freak out. And it may be because he sees Stephanie in Jeremy’s arms. So, Stephanie just stormed out on Alex after she found out he basically quit on her behalf at Titan. So, she felt foolish in hindsight because she was giving Philip info he already had.

And after Stephanie ran out on Alex, she runs into Jeremy and she’s crying on his shoulder and he’s holding her right there in town square. I expect Alex will go ballistic if he walks up on Jeremy comforting Stephanie after she raged and walked out on him. Basically, Alex refuses to accept that Stephanie has forgiven Jeremy for their messy past.

And she is grateful to Jeremy for being there during the kidnap ordeal when nobody else was. And Alex doesn’t think that’s okay. It’s not his choice. It’s Stephanie. And Alex does love Stephanie, but there is a thin line between being protective and being controlling. And he has crossed it as far as Stephanie is concerned.

So, the question is, are we about to see Alex and Stephanie’s marriage implode and it’s over before it really starts? Plus, of course, there’s still the issue that Stephanie doesn’t want kids, and Alex does, and he’s soon going to find out he already has one when Joy Wesley (AlexAnn Hopkins) comes back to town next week.

There’s a reason rich moms flock to Martha’s Vineyard every spring — and totally dress the part. Their outfits are preppy, billowy and luxe, channeling coastal chic and country club vibes at the same time. Fortunately, these elevated spring pieces mirror the aesthetic despite starting at just $5.

Whether you’re brunching with the girls, planting hydrangeas or simply running errands, these classy pieces make you look like an East Coast millionaire. With these 19 seasonal dresses, blouses, bags and sandals, you’re sure to find luxe-looking wardrobe staples worth buying below — including options from brands like Caslon, Tory Burch and Free People. See our favorites from Nordstrom, Amazon, Abercrombie & Fitch and more!

19 Martha’s Vineyard-Style Rich Mom Pieces — From $5

1. Transitional Season: Spring mornings are usually chilly. This puff-sleeve cardigan bridges the gap without adding bulk. Throw it over a tank or dress, and you’re instantly polished.

2. Sassy Slides: Slip into these raffia-style slides for a boardwalk stroll or a casual lunch. They look put together for both! Oh, and the soft lining means no blisters.

3. Could be Longchamp: This packable nylon tote has the same clean, preppy look of a Longchamp Le Pliage bag, but at a fraction of the price. At $30, you won’t stress about tossing it on the sand.

4. Picnic Party: Gingham print is a staple in Martha’s Vineyard, and this button-front blouse nails it. You’ll wear it for everything from in-office mornings to afternoon picnics.

5. Sporty Edge: Whether you’re meeting friends for coffee, exploring a new city or simply grabbing groceries, this two-piece outfit delivers comfort and style.

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6. Everyday Outfit: Frills, stripes and puff sleeves make this boutiquey blouse look straight off the island. You get a $200 look for $20.

7. Travel Staple: Tired of colors that don’t match? This two-piece set eliminates the problem entirely. One grab from the suitcase and you’re already dressed.

8. Bye, Jeans: With an elasticized waistband and a wide-leg design, these billowy stripe pants bring all-day comfort. Plus, they drape beautifully from every angle.

9. Linen Blend: You’ll obsess over this linen-blend jumpsuit that looks like denim, yet actually breathes. The sleeveless style shows off your shoulders.

10. Best Dressed: This solid-color maxi dress lets the silhouette do all the talking. No busy print — just a timeless, elegant look.

11. Martha Stewart: Martha Stewart wears butter yellow nonstop, which is why we’re snagging this breezy maxi skirt in the same hue. The lightweight find feels like you’re wearing nothing at all.

12. Boho Babe: An $8 top shouldn’t look this good, but we’re glad this lantern-sleeve wonder totally pulls it off. Pair it with white pants and no one will ever guess the price.

13. Luxe Alert: Once you try on these linen-blend capris, you’ll ditch your tight pants indefinitely. Rich moms wear them with flip-flops, sandals and sneakers.

14. Nice and Nautical: This T-shirt maxi dress combines the relaxed fit of a tee with a length that reads refined. The nautical stripes are peak New England style.

15. Classic Crossbody: Thanks to the straw and leather accents, this stylish crossbody bag channels high-end coastal vibes — without the designer markup.

16. Tory Burch: Save up to 40% on these classic cork sandals that shoppers wear instead of sneakers. The contoured footbed adds arch support.

17. So Flattering: Show up to a dinner party in this waist-cinching maxi dress, and someone will ask if it’s Zimmermann. It smooths, flows and slims from every angle.

18. Total Steal: An $8 price is not a glitch! This year-round blouse layers perfectly under cardigans during the spring and works solo in the summer.

19. Seriously Splurge-Worthy: Look no further for the ultimate wear-everywhere dress. This smocked maxi shapes without squeezing, concealing the tummy without looking frumpy.