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The Best Aquariums in the U.S.

Are you looking for something fun to do while your kids are still on summer break? Or maybe you just have a strong hankering for fish. To watch them, not to eat them.

If so, have you been to an aquarium lately? First off, they’re beautiful and relaxing. But they also feature air conditioning, which is nice when it’s a million degrees outside. What’s a better way to beat the heat?

Here are our Top Five aquariums in the U.S. (in no particular order):

Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies. Located in Gatlinburg, Tennessee near Dollywood, this aquarium has it all. Our favorite feature is the shark lagoon, where you can walk alongside them on a moving glidepath. There are also Ripley’s aquariums in Myrtle Beach, and even one in Canada. (You can get 50% off tickets, here.)

Courtesy of Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies

Monterey Bay Aquarium. Located in Monterey, California, this aquarium is a must-see if you are in the area. Be sure to attend a penguin feeding.

Courtesy of Monterey Bay Aquarium

National Aquarium in Baltimore. Visitors can sign up to watch a dolphin training session . . . check out the jellyfish exhibit . . . or even sleep overnight in the aquarium.

📸 Chris Mattle / Courtesy National Aquarium of Baltimore

Shedd Aquarium in Chicago. The animal encounter experiences here are next level. You can check out the beluga whales from both underwater and above water viewing areas.

Courtesy of Shedd Aquarium

Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas. Aquariums might not be the first thing you think of when Vegas comes up, but this one is pretty special. You can feed a zebra shark while you’re there . . . or check out the Virtual Reality 3D Theater, in case you ever wanted to know what it was like to swim next to a humpback whale.

Courtesy of MGM Resorts

Jamie Lee Curtis Compares Plastic Surgery Craze to “Genocide”

Jamie Lee Curtis is not pulling any punches when it comes to plastic surgery and her latest comments are sparking serious conversations.

In a bold interview with “The Guardian“, she compared the rise of cosmetic procedures to a kind of societal “genocide.” Her words? “There’s a disfigurement of generations of predominantly women who are altering their appearances.”

Let’s just say, she’s not here to sugarcoat it.

Curtis has long been outspoken about her issues with the beauty industry, but this time she took it a step further, referring to the phenomenon as, quote, “the genocide of a generation of women by the cosmeceutical industrial complex.” According to her, this growing obsession with altering appearances through fillers, surgeries, and filters is erasing natural beauty—and with it, an entire generation’s authentic identity.

“I’ve used that word for a long time,” she explained. “And I use it specifically because it’s a strong word.”

She also called out the pressure to look flawless in a filtered world, saying, “Better is fake.” And while Curtis is clearly passionate about the issue, she also emphasized that she’s not out to shame individuals. “I would never say a word,” she said of people who’ve had work done. “It’s not my job to give my opinion, it’s none of my business.”

Still, she describes cosmetic procedures as a slippery slope. “Once you start, you can’t stop,” she added, calling it a “never-ending cycle.”

Although she didn’t name names, Curtis did say the recent media landscape is full of examples of people . . . especially women . . . altering their looks in extreme and highly visible ways.

To punctuate her stance, she also took part in a photoshoot for “The Guardian” featuring her wearing oversized, waxy red lips—a cheeky (and slightly creepy) nod to how artificial beauty standards have become.

Nintendo Wants Us to Believe that Mario and Peach Are Just Friends?

(Who’s that dude high-fiving Peach?!?)

After nearly four decades of rescuing Princess Peach from castles, lava pits, and the occasional angry turtle, you’d think Mario might have secured something more than a polite thank-you. But according to Nintendo, it turns out the Mushroom Kingdom’s most eligible bachelor is firmly friend-zoned.

A recent update on the Nintendo Today app casually clarified the pair’s relationship, saying, “Princess Peach and Mario are good friends and help each other out whenever they can.” That’s it. Not “lovers.” Not “power couple.” Just . . . good friends. Which might be the most brutal plot twist in video game history.

This revelation comes as a bit of a surprise to longtime fans, given Nintendo has frequently hinted—or outright suggested—that Mario and Peach were an item.

Over the years, they’ve shared romantic moments in everything from cutscenes to end-of-game hugs. But this new statement hits like a blue shell in the final lap. Not even “good friends with benefits”? Apparently not.

Nintendo didn’t explain why they decided to clarify the characters’ dynamic now, but it’s hard not to read between the lines. Maybe they’re trying to reframe the characters in a more modern, independent light. Maybe they’re teasing a future story development. Or maybe they just want to finally settle the decades-old debate once and for all.

Naturally, the internet has feelings. The announcement triggered waves of disbelief, confusion, and memes.

One fan wrote, “Mario’s been risking his life for 40 years and all he got was a pat on the back??” Another joked, “Peach: I see you as a brother.”

Still, despite the heartbreak, this may be an opportunity for Mario to move on—maybe go karting with Rosalina, or finally take a vacation that doesn’t end with kidnapping. Meanwhile, fans will be left wondering what else they’ve been misled about in the Nintendo universe. Are Luigi and Daisy even a thing? Is Bowser just misunderstood?

No word yet if Mario has updated his relationship status on Facebook, but something tells us it’s complicated.

10 Things That Happened 10 Years Ago: July 27-Aug 2

Deflategate, lion hunters, and robot murder. Here’s what was in the news 10 years ago this week.

A lion-hunting dentist from Minnesota became the most-hated man in America

Americans heard that earlier in July, a Minneapolis dentist named Walter Palmer had paid a guide in Zimbabwe $50,000 to help him hunt and kill a lion. The University of Oxford had been tracking Cecil the lion – one of the most famous lions in Africa – since 2008 as part of a research program. Palmer and his guides lured Cecil out of a protected area onto private property in order to make the hunt legal. He never faced charges in Zimbabwe or the U.S.

Tom Brady’s Deflategate suspension was upheld

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell upheld a decision to suspend the Patriots QB for four games, and revealed Brady had destroyed a cell phone that may have held evidence about the incident. Brady was accused of having footballs under-inflated for the AFC Championship Game earlier that year. The Patriots also lost two draft picks and had to pay a $1 million fine.

Philadelphia murdered a hitchhiking robot

Researchers at Ryerson University in Toronto wanted to see if a robot could hitchhike from Boston to San Francisco. (It had already made similar trips across Canada and Germany.) The robot – named hitchBOT – was able to answer simple questions, and they scrawled “San Francisco or Bust” on him. The hope was that random people would shuttle him across the country. But two weeks in, he was found stripped of his parts and decapitated in Philadelphia.

R.I.P., hitchBOT.

“Rowdy” Roddy Piper Died at 61

The brash, kilt-wearing wrestler – real name, Roderick Toombs – played the ultimate foil to WWF hero Hulk Hogan in the ‘80s and ‘90s. TMZ reported Toombs died in his sleep of cardiac arrest on July 31, 2015. Hogan would pass away (also from cardiac arrest) almost exactly 10 years later on July 24, 2025.

“Rowdy” Ronda Rousey was dominating women’s UFC

She won her fight against Bethe Correia on August 3, 2015 in 34 seconds after winning her previous two fights in under 20 seconds. But it would prove to be her last UFC win. She lost her next fight later that year (the first loss of her career), then lost again in 2016 before retiring due to concussion concerns.

“Left Shark” made a cameo at a Taylor Swift concert

A dancer in a shark costume popped up behind Taylor at a show in Massachusetts six months after the infamous Katy Perry Super Bowl performance. Katy and Taylor were feuding, so fans saw it as some sort of dig. But others said it was an innocent prank by one of Taylor’s dancers and had nothing to do with Katy or Left Shark.

Billy Corgan was sad at Disneyland

A photo of the Smashing Pumpkins frontman went viral, showing him on Disney’s Big Thunder Mountain looking less than thrilled.

“Key & Peele” pulled the plug

Season 5 had just started when Jordan Peele and Keegan-Michael Key announced there wouldn’t be a Season 6. Comedy Central aired 53 episodes between 2012 and 2015. Peele went on to win the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for his horror movie “Get Out” in 2019.

Jose Canseco came up with a weird way to support Caitlyn Jenner

He vowed to spend a full week living as a woman – including wearing dresses and makeup – as a way of “supporting” Caityln Jenner’s transition. To many people, it seemed more like an ill-conceived publicity stunt. Canseco was in the midst of launching an internet reality show called “Spend a Day with Jose” that never materialized.

The teaser for “Zoolander 2” hit YouTube

The original had become a cult classic, and writer/director/star Ben Stiller had high hopes for the sequel. But critics panned it, and audiences were underwhelmed. It earned $57 million worldwide, but cost $50 million to make.

You’ll Never Hear These Songs the Same Again—Thanks, Hollywood

Some songs just hit different when they’re tied to a movie moment. Whether it’s an unexpected burst of violence, a slow-motion walk, or a heartfelt goodbye, a great “needle drop” can elevate a film—and forever change how we hear that song. Now, “The Hollywood Reporter” has dropped a definitive (and very nostalgia-triggering) list of the greatest movie music moments of all time.

Let’s be real: we’ve all belted out “Bohemian Rhapsody” in a car thanks to “Wayne’s World”, and anyone who hears “Stuck in the Middle with You” immediately thinks of ear-related trauma in “Reservoir Dogs”. That’s the power of a great soundtrack cue.

Here are a few standout picks from their top 20 needle drops:

  • “Bohemian Rhapsody” – “Wayne’s World“
    Arguably the needle drop of the ’90s. It revived Queen’s popularity and gave us the most epic head-banging scene in cinematic history.
  • “Stuck in the Middle with You” – “Reservoir Dogs“
    Tarantino turned a soft rock jam into something unforgettable—and deeply unsettling.
  • “Layla” – “Goodfellas“
    The mournful piano coda soundtracks the aftermath of a mob massacre. Beautifully brutal.
  • “Mad World” – “Donnie Darko”
    This haunting Gary Jules cover hits harder than you remember. Existential crisis, anyone?
  • “Wake Up” – “The Matrix”
    Rage Against the Machine’s anthem slams in just as Neo becomes the One. Still chills.

Also featured: “Napoleon Dynamite” opening credits to The White Stripes, “Fight Club” ending with Pixies’ “Where Is My Mind”, and “Do the Right Thing” turning “Fight the Power” into a call to action.

Notably absent? Some fans online have pointed out the lack of newer contenders like “Guardians of the Galaxy”‘s mixtape moments or “Baby Driver”‘s perfectly timed choreography. But this list skews classic—and there’s nothing wrong with that.

You can check out the full list and relive some musical movie magic over at “The Hollywood Reporter“.

TV’s Cutest Cartoon Couples, From the Stone Age to the Distant Future

Love is in the air—cartoon air, that is. Whether they’re causing chaos, saving the world, or just making each other laugh, animated couples have been holding it down on our screens for decades. And now, “Entertainment Weekly“ has listed their favorites.

This delightful roundup of animated romances includes everything from sitcom staples like Homer and Marge Simpson to more surprising pairings (yes, Scooby and Shaggy made the list). It’s a love letter to animated TV and all the weird, wild, and occasionally adorable duos who call it home.

Here’s who made the cut:

  1. Fred and Wilma Flintstone (“The Flintstones”) – The original stone-age sweethearts.
  2. George and Jane Jetson (“The Jetsons”) – The futuristic family couple with timeless bickering.
  3. Scooby and Shaggy (“Scooby-Doo, Where Are You!”) – Because bromances count too, especially ones based entirely on snacks.
  4. Homer and Marge Simpson (“The Simpsons”) – Somehow still going strong after 30+ seasons of absolute nonsense.
  5. Harley Quinn and Poison Ivy (“Harley Quinn”) – Gotham’s most chaotic couple, and an LGBTQ+ fan favorite.
  6. Cyclops, Jean Grey, and Wolverine (“X-Men: The Animated Series”) – A complicated triangle that gave ‘90s kids feelings.
  7. Hank and Peggy Hill (“King of the Hill”) – Low-key and practical, with just enough propane-fueled passion.
  8. Lois and Peter Griffin (“Family Guy”) – Wildly dysfunctional, but weirdly inseparable.
  9. Adora and Catra (“She-Ra and the Princesses of Power”) – Enemies to lovers, with glowing swords and intergalactic trauma.
  10. Leela and Fry (“Futurama”) – He’s a lovable doofus, she’s a one-eyed badass—classic opposites attract.
  11. Scott Pilgrim and Ramona Flowers (“Scott Pilgrim Takes Off”) – A Netflix reboot brought their complicated love story back to life, again.
  12. Bob and Linda Belcher (“Bob’s Burgers”) – Probably the most relatable couple on the list. Supportive, silly, and fueled by burgers.
  13. Diane Nguyen and Mr. Peanutbutter (“BoJack Horseman”) – Not exactly #relationshipgoals, but certainly memorable.
  14. Kim Possible and Ron Stoppable (“Kim Possible”) – Saving the world between math class and prom.

Notably, Entertainment Weekly didn’t rank them officially—but this is the order they presented them in, so read into it as you will.

Whether you’re a fan of heartwarming loyalty, dysfunctional chaos, or endearing awkwardness, this list has a couple for every cartoon-loving soul. Who knew animated love could be so… animated?

Is Adam Sandler Still Funny? The Internet Has Spoken

With “Happy Gilmore 2” dropping on Netflix tomorrow, Adam Sandler is back in the spotlight— but does he still got jokes? According to a new YouGov poll of over 2,200 Americans, 71% of the country thinks the Sandman is at least somewhat funny.

Specifically, 44% of people say he’s “somewhat funny,” while another 27% gave him full comedy credit with a “very funny” rating. Only 13% think he’s not very funny, and 9% said he’s not funny at all. That leaves 8% who are still on the fence—or maybe just haven’t seen “Billy Madison”.

This mini national referendum comes just ahead of Sandler’s return to one of his most iconic roles in “Happy Gilmore 2”, the long-awaited sequel to his 1996 golf comedy.

While Sandler has had some career ups and downs (and a few Razzie nominations to his name), his diehard fanbase clearly still finds him funny enough to click “play.”

The numbers show that his brand of goofy, lovable weirdness still resonates—at least more than it doesn’t. And when you stack up decades of hits (“The Wedding Singer”, “The Waterboy”, “Big Daddy”, and yes, even “Uncut Gems”) alongside his infamous flops, it kind of makes sense that “somewhat funny” took the top spot. He’s got a little something for everyone.

Are These the 50 Best Superhero Movies of All Time?

Are you planning on seeing Fantastic Four: First Steps? Because it opens TODAY! Which got us thinking, what are the best superhero movies of all time?

The new Superman movie, which came out on July 8th, is already flying high — at least when it comes to superhero rankings.

It has already landed on a fresh list of the 50 Best Superhero Movies of All Time, securing the #26 spot. Not bad for a movie that audiences are just starting to see. Whether it climbs higher in the years to come (or plummets faster than a speeding bullet) remains to be seen, but for now, it’s rubbing capes with some all-time greats.

So what did make the top of the list? Here’s a look at the Top 20 Superhero Movies according to the new ranking — and yes, nostalgia plays a big role:

  1. Superman: The Movie (1978)
  2. The Dark Knight (2008)
  3. Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014)
  4. Guardians of the Galaxy (2014)
  5. Avengers: Endgame (2019)
  6. Batman (1989)
  7. Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018)
  8. Captain America: Civil War (2016)
  9. The Avengers (2012)
  10. Black Panther (2018)
  11. The Incredibles (2004)
  12. Spider-Man 2 (2004)
  13. Logan (2017)
  14. Unbreakable (2000)
  15. Deadpool & Wolverine (2024)
  16. The Rocketeer (1991)
  17. The Batman (2022)
  18. X-Men (2000)
  19. Batman Begins (2005)
  20. Avengers: Infinity War (2018)

It’s a list that leans heavily on Marvel and DC icons, with multiple appearances by Batman, Spider-Man, and the Avengers. But there’s also room for wild cards like The Rocketeer and Unbreakable — cult classics that helped shape the genre in subtler ways.

Of course, lists like these always stir up debate. (No love for “Iron Man”? Really?) But with the new Superman movie already earning a spot among the caped elite, it’s safe to say the hype is real.

And, do we think Fantastic Four: First Steps will land on this list? Pedro Pascal has to count for something.

Kermit the Frog Pays Tribute to Ozzy Osbourne

Ozzy Osbourne’s passing has inspired a wave of heartfelt tributes—but one of the most surprising came from a very green, very iconic friend: Kermit the Frog.

In a post on the official Muppets Facebook page, Kermit honored the Prince of Darkness with a sweet (and unexpectedly emotional) message:

“No one rocked harder than the great Ozzy Osbourne… Every time we bumped into Ozzy over the years, he made us feel just as cool as he was.”

Kermit went on to say that the Muppets felt lucky to have known and worked with Ozzy, calling him a friend and a musical legend. He even gave a nod to Ozzy’s duet with Miss Piggy on Born to Be Wild, from the hilariously underrated Kermit Unpigged album. Yes, that’s a real thing.

The Tributes Didn’t Stop with Felt and Googly Eyes

Lady Gaga wrapped up her Mayhem Ball show in San Francisco with her entire crew taking a final bow to the sound of Crazy Train.

Chris Martin of Coldplay worked Changes by Black Sabbath into his Nashville set . . .

And Wolfgang Van Halen’s band Mammoth honored Ozzy with a live performance of Mama, I’m Coming Home during a gig in Hartford.

Even Major League Baseball got in on the tribute train, digging up Ozzy’s wonderfully chaotic 2003 rendition of Take Me Out to the Ballgame, sung with Sharon at Wrigley Field. It wasn’t pitch-perfect—but it was peak Ozzy.

And over in Foxborough, the New England Patriots gave a public thanks to Ozzy for letting them use Crazy Train as their entrance theme. He even played it live for them in 2005.

From stadiums to stage lights—and even puppet theaters—Ozzy’s influence stretched far and wide. And in the wake of his loss, it’s clear just how many lives (and genres) he touched. Whether you were headbanging in a leather jacket or dancing in a frog costume, Ozzy Osbourne made you feel a little cooler just by being in the room.

Wrestling Legend Hulk Hogan Dies at 71

One of the most iconic figures in professional wrestling history, Hulk Hogan, has died at the age of 71.

WWE confirmed the news Thursday, sharing that Hogan — born Terry Bollea — passed away in Clearwater, Florida. According to TMZ, medics responded to a cardiac arrest call at his home, and he was transported by ambulance.

Hogan was more than just a pro wrestler — he was the wrestler who turned the then-WWF into a global phenomenon in the 1980s. With his larger-than-life personality, signature mustache, and unforgettable catchphrases like “Whatcha gonna do when Hulkamania runs wild on you?!,” Hogan brought wrestling into the mainstream.

He wasn’t just a ring performer. He was pop culture.

The WWE released a tribute on social media, saying, “WWE is saddened to learn WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan has passed away. One of pop culture’s most recognizable figures, Hogan helped WWE achieve global recognition in the 1980s.”

At his peak, Hogan was everywhere — from cereal boxes to Saturday morning cartoons. WrestleMania wouldn’t be what it is today without him. He headlined the very first one in 1985, teaming up with Mr. T to take down Roddy Piper and Paul Orndorff.

And then he bodyslammed Andre the Giant in front of 93,000 fans at WrestleMania III — one of the most famous moments in wrestling history.

But Hogan’s later years were marred by scandal. A leaked sex tape in 2012, filmed without his knowledge, ignited a legal battle that eventually bankrupted Gawker. Then in 2015, audio from that same tape surfaced, revealing Hogan using racial slurs—fallout that deeply damaged his public image and led to a temporary exile from WWE.

In recent years, Hogan battled several health issues. TMZ reported a neck surgery in May, and US Weekly noted he underwent a “pretty serious” heart procedure in 2024.

Hogan was married three times and had two children, Brooke and Nick, with his first wife, Linda. He remarried in 2010 (to Jennifer McDaniel), divorced again in 2022, and tied the knot once more in 2023 with Sky Daily.

His final WWE appearance came in January 2025, during the Netflix debut of Monday Night Raw.

From body slams to red-and-yellow bandanas, Hulk Hogan’s influence stretched far beyond the squared circle. He was, simply, the face of an era.

Rest in peace, Hulkster.

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