“Law & Order: SVU” Star Mariska Hargitay Gives Scoop on Benson and Stabler Today Show For 23 years, Mariska Hargitay has captivated fans with her portrayal as Captain Olivia Benson on NBC’s hit show Law & Order: SVU, which is the longest-running prime-time live-action character of all time in American TV history. The crime drama has stuck around longer than most and Hargitay said in an interview with TODAY on February 23, “I think it is a smart show....

“Real Housewives” Stars Suspended After Physical Altercation “Drew Blood,” Source Says Craig Barritt/Getty Images for Food Bank For New York City The women of The Real Housewives of New Jersey have never shied away from confrontation, but it sounds like a recent argument while filming went too far for producers. According to multiple reports, RHONJ stars Jennifer Aydin and Danielle Cabral have been suspended from filming Season 14 of the show following an alleged physical altercation....

“Toxic Positivity” Is a Problem, Therapists Say—Here’s How to Spot It in Your Life GaudiLab / Shutterstock We’ve all been told at some point to “stay positive” in life. Maintaining a good attitude and having faith that things will work out can be a productive mindset , keeping unnecessary worries in check. But there are instances when this way of thinking becomes harmful to your mental health. Experts have dubbed it “toxic positivity,” which you’ll want to do your best to avoid....

10 Flowers to Plant Now for Beautiful Blooms in the Spring iStock If you’re dreaming of having a stunningly colorful garden next spring, you should already be getting started on the process. Right now, many of us may be focused on trying to prepare our landscapes for the potentially harsh winter ahead. But you might not realize that fall is also the perfect time to plant perennials that will flower between March and May....

10 Must-Have New Spring Menswear Essentials Tag Heuer It’s hardly a secret that your average guy doesn’t pay attention to the latest catwalk action out of fashion week and generally prefers to two things when it comes to his clothes: He wants to look good and he wants to be comfortable. Period. That’s why we’ve poured over all of the spring trends for this year and isolated all of the best new items any guy can wear to not only look great (and be comfortable!...

10 Style Rules The Royal Family Must Follow Shutterstock There’s a reason you’ve never seen Prince George in a Batman t-shirt or the Queen in a black pantsuit. The royal family has rules for everything and everyone. (Well, except Her Majesty’s Corgis, who can do whatever they want.) So it’s no surprise they have an actual dress code. Here are the top ten style rules the royals must follow. And for more royal coverage, don’t miss these 30 Fascinating Facts about the British Royal Family ....

100 “I Miss You” Messages (And Quotes!) for Everyone in Your Life Shutterstock / dekazigzag Blasting out a few “I miss you” messages may seem like an obvious and overused move, but it really can make a difference for those on the receiving end. Whether you’re trying to reaffirm your connection with a long-distance partner or simply missing someone special in your life, a few kind words can go a long way....

11 Best Bath & Body Works Finds to Grab for Candle Day This Week Photo: Shutterstock; Design: Canva Attention all shoppers: Bath & Body Works’ 14th annual Candle Day event runs this weekend from Dec. 5 to Dec. 7, with online customers getting early bird access on Dec. 4 at 10 p.m., according to a B&BW press release . During the event, three-wick candles will be discounted down to $9.95 (originally $27....

11 Best Five Below New Arrivals Hitting Shelves This February Photo: Shutterstock; Design: Canva If you have surplus funds from last month’s budget, you’ll be happy to hear that Five Below just restocked its shelves with new beauty and skincare products, seasonal decor, and activity sets. After all, who doesn’t love a little retail therapy? Below, discover the 11 best Five Below new arrivals hitting shelves this February. RELATED: 11 Best New Five Below Valentine’s Day Finds ....

11 Best New Dollar General Finds for Just $1 Hitting Shelves This Week Photo: Shutterstock; Design: Canva After the holiday spending frenzy, January is all about stretching every dollar a little further. Luckily, Dollar General is kicking off the new year with fresh $1 finds that make it easy to stock up without the sticker shock. From must-have basics to surprising new arrivals, these 11 Dollar General deals are landing in stores this week—and they’re perfect for a budget-friendly reset....

11 Best New Five Below Gift Finds Hitting Shelves This Week Photo: iStock; Design: Canva With the holiday season fast upon us, it’s time to start getting serious with your purchases. And while you may have already picked up all the decorations and bought all of the stocking stuffers you need, you don’t want to be in the position where you’re scrambling to get something—or realistically, anything —at the last minute....

11 Best New HomeGoods Home Finds Hitting Shelves This Week Shutterstock Are you looking for some new home decorations to jazz up your spaces? Head to HomeGoods . My daughter and I visited the store this week to shop for holiday decorations, and I was delightfully surprised to find so many fantastic home decor finds, ranging from large furniture pieces to candles. What should you shop for before it sells out?...

11 HomeGoods Finds to Grab Before the Year Is Over Shutterstock I visited my local HomeGoods in Dresher, PA, for the first time in a week today and can confirm that the store has received a significant amount of new merchandise. While there is still a large holiday section filled with Christmas decorations, wrapping paper, and gifts that will likely go on sale later in the week, the store is receiving an influx of early spring merchandise....

11 Things You Must Do to “Avoid Tax Return Mistakes,” IRS Says in New Alert staticnak1983/iStock Even if you’re using the right tools, the complicated nature of the system can make it all too easy to make an honest error when filing your taxes. But in addition to being frustrating to deal with, this can also delay getting back any refunds you might be owed. Officials say there are a few tips to keep in mind before you send off your documents if you’re hoping to steer clear of some of the most common flubs on your forms....

12 Must-Have New Men’s Colognes for Summer Shutterstock Ah, summer. It’s the perfect time to bust out the linen and slip on the boat shoes, all in the name of looking great. But, as any style-minded guy knows, it’s more than just what you look like. It’s the whole shebang—including, yes, what you smell like, too. And if you want to really exude a stylish mien during these sweltering days, you’ll have to embrace summer scents too....

12 Plants That Will Keep Snakes Out of Your Yard, Pest Experts Say iStock You may have heard that lavender plants help keep mosquitoes at bay or that eucalyptus deters wasps —but did you know there are a slew of snake-repellent plants that keep these slithery reptiles out of your yard and garden? Pest experts say that strategically planting the right flowers, shrubs, and herbs can help keep dangerous snakes away and make your outdoor space safer....

12 Supplements You Should Never Take Together, According to Doctors Shutterstock With more people turning to supplements to boost their health, it’s easy to assume that combining a few vitamins or herbal remedies is harmless. But, doctors and health experts warn that certain supplement pairings can do more harm than good—leading to reduced effectiveness, dangerous interactions, or even serious health risks. Some supplements work well together, but others can amplify side effects or interfere with absorption, potentially leading to larger health issues, explains Azza Halim , MD, a board-certified anesthesiologist specialized in anti-aging and regenerative medicine....

15 Most Binge-Worthy Netflix TV Shows Ranked as the Best by Fans Netflix With so much top-quality entertainment available it can be a mission just deciding what to watch. And how do you even know if you’re watching something worth the time and investment? Luckily, Rotten Tomatoes is nice enough to not only rank shows in terms of what the critics think but, more importantly, what the viewers really love. Based on that metric, here are 15 of the most binge-worthy Netflix TV shows streaming right now, ranked from number 15 to the number one show that gets 100 percent fresh reviews....

15 Things You Don’t Know about Snap Inc. Shutterstock You may think of it as a toy for Millennials, but the photo-deleting app has achieved social ubiquity. In the past year, Snapchat has surged to 160-plus million daily users—that’s more than Twitter, the social media of choice for our president , can claim, despite being around for years longer—and has gone through a successful IPO. It’s since been rebranded as Snap Inc....

15 Ways Your Body Reacts When You Stop Taking Ozempic Shutterstock Ozempic encourages weight loss by mimicking the hormone GLP-1, which helps control blood sugar, lessens hunger, and makes you feel more full. “Ozempic, known generically as semaglutide, was approved in 2017 by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in adults with type 2 diabetes,” says UC Davis Health . “Ozempic is a weekly injection that helps lower blood sugar by helping the pancreas make more insulin....