She Played Ciji Dunne on “Knots Landing.” See Lisa Hartman Black Now at 66. Warner Bros. Television Distribution Lisa Hartman Black (who went by Lisa Hartman at the time), made television history after her character, a musician named Ciji Dunne, was killed off in the fifth season of the primetime soap opera Knots Landing . It wasn’t the character’s murder that was so extraordinary in 1983, but rather the uprising from angry fans of the Dallas spinoff ....

Shoppers Are Ditching Dollar Tree for Dollar General—Here’s Why Images: Shutterstock; Design: Canva There might be a new bargain retailer queen bee. While Dollar Tree has amassed a strong following for its beauty dupes , discounted brand-name products, and healthy food alternatives (yes, you read that right), shoppers are threatening to boycott the chain over increased price hikes. In fact, some have expressed that Dollar Tree is ripping off its customers compared to rivals, such as Dollar General, who continue to honor low prices....

Shoppers Claim Walmart Is Lying About What’s Out of Stock: “It’s So Bad” Harun Ozmen / Shutterstock Though it’s frustrating, it’s not uncommon to encounter product shortages. For example, last year, shoppers couldn’t get their hands on Sriracha after a shortage of Mexican chili peppers. And the year before, tampons were in short supply due to the rising cost of plastic and cotton. But what if you were to find out that retailers were being dishonest about the availability of the items you need?...

Southwest Passengers Demand Airline Put an End to Early Boarding “Scam” Boarding1Now/iStock It’s not a stretch to say that getting on board a plane can be one of the most stressful parts of the air travel experience. Some airlines have even tinkered with their boarding process to save time and cut down on frustration. But now, Southwest passengers are demanding that the airline put an end to an early boarding “scam” that travelers are allegedly pulling....

Sriracha Price Soars to $90 Amid Nationwide Shortage The Toidi / Shutterstock Hot sauce lovers have a special taste for the the sriracha variety, which has garnered something of a cult following over the years. But Huy Fong Foods , the manufacturer of the well-known green-capped variety, revealed that a shortage of Mexican chili peppers has interfered with production. As a result, the brand’s sriracha is now exceedingly hard to find....

T.J. Maxx Will No Longer Let Shoppers Do This in Stores Michael Vi / Shutterstock Thanks to its varied and constantly changing inventory , you never know what you’re going to get at T.J. Maxx. If you don’t snag an item when you see it, the stakes are even higher, as you can’t rely on it being there the next time you pop in. But while you might enjoy browsing in these stores and hunting for those unique finds, the retailer’s parent company, TJX, just announced a major change that might affect how you shop....

T.J. Maxx, Marshalls, and Bed Bath & Beyond Opening New Stores This Month—Here’s Where Shutterstock Calling all Maxxinistas! TJX Companies, the parent company of T.J. Maxx and Marshalls , is bringing new stores to seven states, plus the District of Columbia. But wait, we have even better news. Bed Bath & Beyond is also returning to the retail scene with its first-ever store location since going under in 2023. Despite inflation and tariff hikes, these three retailers are experiencing a burst of growth....

Target Slammed by Shoppers Over Unbearable Wait Times Colleen Michaels / Shutterstock Amidst the sea of changes introduced by Target earlier this fall—including the closure of nine stores and the grand opening of 32 new locations—the big-box chain implemented several new adjustments to its front-of-store experience. The most notable of these may be a 10-item limit at self-checkout, which has been met with harsh backlash from shoppers online. RELATED: Shoppers Are Abandoning Target, CEO Says—Here’s Why ....

TD Bank Is Closing Locations in 11 States—Here’s When and Where Image: Shutterstock; Design: Best Life When we talk about brick-and-mortar closures, we’re typically reporting on retail stores. This year alone, JOANN , Big Lots , and Macy’s have all announced significant closings or that they’re going out of business entirely. But in today’s retail climate, it appears that even banks are not immune to the pressure, as TD Bank just shared that it will shutter branches in 11 states this year....

Ted Danson Dumped Whoopi Goldberg Because His Parents Disapproved, Sources Claimed Joe Scarnici/Getty Images for Vulture Festival Though they were only together for less than two years in the early ’90s, Ted Danson’s relationship with Whoopi Goldberg cost him millions in a divorce settlement, and their eventual breakup ruined any chance of a friendship with his Made in America costar. Their romance also launched countless tabloid headlines, including plenty speculating about why they split....

TGI Fridays Chicken Bites Recalled After Hard Plastic Pieces Found Inside The Image Party/Shutterstock Pulling something out of the freezer can often be the simplest solution when you have a sudden craving or need to prepare a meal in a pinch. Sometimes, the convenient products are at-home versions of your go-to order from one of your favorite restaurants. But if you’ve recently restocked on frozen items at the grocery store, you might want to take note....

The 17 States With the Most People on Ozempic (California Isn’t One of Them) iStock While weight-loss crazes come and go, new, highly effective medications seem here to say. People across the U.S. have recently turned to these drugs to dramatically shed pounds in a short period of time. The rise of GLP-1 agonists like Ozempic may have something to do with Hollywood’s influence, with many big-name celebrities admitting to taking these medications for weight loss over the past year....

The 20 Saddest Pixar Movie Moments Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Though animation is often thought of as kids’ stuff, Pixar, the studio behind such beloved films as Toy Story , Finding Nemo , and current box office smash Inside Out 2 , has perfected the art of crafting films that kids love but which are loaded with poignant moments and life lessons that only older audiences can truly appreciate. Inevitably, these moments also tend to send you reaching for a box of tissues (or holding back your sobs so you don’t embarrass yourself in the theater)....

Amazon Amazon Every guy needs a basic black suit, and if you need to pick one up in a hurry without going through the hassle of heading to a store, this super simple one in a classic fit will do the trick. Amazon If you’re looking for something a little more luxe with an extra hit of style, this striped grey and black number is a safe bet. Perfect for the office and after-work cocktails, you’ll be dressed for whatever comes your way....

The 24 Most Hated TV Finales of All Time Disney–ABC Domestic Television Creating a great TV show is hard enough—sticking the landing is even harder. That’s why exceptional series finales are few and far between, and most shows end not with a bang, but a whimper. A list of the most shrug-worthy TV finales could be endless, which is why we decided to focus on the concluding chapters that provoked the most outrage from fans and critics....

The 26 Most Common Reasons Why Couples Break Up Budimir Jevtic / Shutterstock When you think of the most common reasons couples break up, you probably envision infidelity , a partner with a bad temper, or difficulties agreeing on parenting style. But according to therapists, there are plenty more nuanced reasons why relationships fall apart. From small things like never saying thank you to major red flags like refusing to compromise, these are the biggest reasons why your partnership may fail....

The 30 Best Fashion Trends of 2018 So maybe you didn’t pay attention to what was happening in fashion this year. Who can blame you? Fashion is fickle. What was once “in” is now “out,” and unless you really enjoy following the runway shows of New York and Paris or the street style trends of Milan and Tokyo, it can feel like a chore to stay on top of the latest and greatest in style....

The 50 Best Fashion Buys from Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale Shutterstock The only thing better than scoring that must-have clothing item or accessory? Getting it for a song. And for fashionistas stocking their wardrobes for fall (and winter!), the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is the perfect place to load up on everything from stylish sneakers to warm coats at just a fraction of their original cost. However, the sale only runs from July 19th to August 5th (with early access for Nordstrom card holders from July 12th through the 18th), so there’s no time like the present to start snagging those must-haves....

The 50 Healthiest Cities in America Shutterstock If cities are indeed living organisms—as certain world-class theoretical physicists believe—then consider these the healthiest giant living organisms in the country. That’s right: we’ve crunched the numbers, pulling together medical statistics, insurance numbers, fitness levels and other healthy behaviors (such as percentages of the population who get medical checkups and take advantage of preventative services), as well as the prevalence heart disease and cancer....

The 6 Best Clothing Brands If You’re Over 60, Stylists Say wundervisuals / iStock It’s almost impossible to know where to shop these days. Once upon a time, you would head to your local mall and peruse your favorite stores. Now, most shopping is done online , meaning you need to either know which brands to type into your search bar, or you’re at the whim of advertising recommendations. And in your 60s and beyond, you might find yourself searching for timeless, classic pieces that will last you multiple seasons....