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Saturday, 2 May 2026

REI Is Selling Free Country's Top-Rated Sun Hoodies for Only $40

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Free Country SunFree Long-Sleeve Hoodie, $40 (was $60)

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Why We Love This Deal

As both a shopping reporter and lover of low-cost clothing, one of my favorite collections to check out over at REI is the gear from Free Country. The brand is all about serving up technical outdoor gear at everyday prices, so when you find a Free Country deal, you know you’re in for a good time.

One of the better deals I've seen lately is the Free Country SunFree Long-Sleeve Hoodie. This UV-protective layer is 33% off, making it just $40. It’s an ultra-soft UPF 50+ sunshirt with a hood for extra protection, and it is a top-rated item at REI that over 300 people have bought in the past week. You'll find it in four colors, and most sizes are still in stock at the moment.

Free Country SunFree Long-Sleeve Hoodie, $40 (was $60) at REI

The Free Country SunFree Long-Sleeve Hoodie.

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What Shoppers Should Know

Sizes Available: From small to 2XL
Color Options: 4
Fabric Blend: 87% polyester, 13% spandex
Sun Protection: UPF 50+
Best Use Case: Comfortably keeping the sun off your upper body.

What separates this sun hoodie from the pack? It’s the fabric. The 87% polyester, 13% spandex blend is stretchy, easy to get on and off, moisture-wicking, and it feels ultra soft. The fabric has the elements spun right into the fibers with zinc providing UPF 50+ sun protection (blocking over 98% of UV rays) and jade providing natural heat resistance. Oh, and it’s also odor-resisting for good measure.

Free Country seems to have really done its market research on this one. It’s offered in four colors, and they’re all blue or blue-green to some degree. But it’s all by design; as we've seen with Billabong sun shirts and Hurley sun shirts, these are the colors of sun and surf that so many like. It helps that they feel cooler after hours in the sun, too.

What Shoppers Are Saying

One shopper said, “I love the UPF Hoodie!! Perfect for a beach day!!” while another commented that “the hoodie fits perfectly, is lightweight, and attractive.”

The Free Country SunFree Long-Sleeve Hoodie is down to $40 while this deal lasts.

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Queen's 'Don't Stop Me Now' Named the Happiest Song Ever by Science

Whatever mood you're in, there are plenty of songs to match it. If you're feeling good--or you're down and are looking for a pick me up--chances are you'll search for something upbeat and joyful to listen to.

What constitutes a "happy" song could mean different things to different people. But according to science, one 1970s rock anthem, which registered as a mild hit following its release and has grown in popularity since, is the "happiest" song of all time.

You might be wondering what the song is. If you guessed Queen's "Don't Stop Me Now," you'd be correct.

The science behind 'Don't Stop Me Now'

In 2015, Dutch cognitive neuroscientist Dr. Jacob Jolij took on the assignment of what makes a feel-good song, well, feel good. While recognizing music choices are largely personal preference, Jolij wanted to dig deeper on the science behind happy tunes.

By studying 126 songs from a 50-year period and breaking down their tempo, lyrics, theme and other factors, Jolij was able to determine that happier songs share some similar qualities.

"The pattern was very clear. The average tempo of a ‘feel good’-song was substantially higher than the average pop song," GOOD wrote in 2017. "Where the average tempo of pop songs is around 118 beats per minute (BPM), the list of feel good songs had an average tempo of around 140 to 150 BPM.

"And it appears the Queen song has all the attributes for happiness."

Full disclosure: "Don't Stop Me Now" is a favorite of this author for a running or workout playlist, and it's great for weddings and other celebrations. There's obviously people who would disagree with Jolij's findings, but we're fine with it.

The top 10 happiest songs, per Jolij's study

Queen - "Don't Stop Me Now"
ABBA - "Dancing Queen"
The Beach Boys - "Good Vibrations"
Billy Joel - "Uptown Girl"
Survivor - "Eye of the Tiger"
The Monkees - "I'm a Believer"
Cyndi Lauper - "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun"
Bon Jovi - "Livin' on a Prayer"
Gloria Gaynor - "I Will Survive"
Katrina and the Waves - "Walking on Sunshine"

From an under-the-radar hit to one of Queen's biggest songs

"Don't Stop Me Now" was featured on Queen's 1978 album Jazz, alongside other band staples like "Bicycle Race" and "Fat-Bottomed Girls." The song was released as a single in January 1979 and peaked at No. 9 on the UK singles charts but only No. 86 in the United States, nowhere near the group's most successful songs to that point like "Killer Queen," "Bohemian Rhapsody," "We Are The Champions" and others.

However, over the last 47 years, "Don't Stop Me Now" has surged in popularity, to the point where Rolling Stone readers rated it the band's third-best song in a 2014 survey.

Billboard also examined the evolution of "Don't Stop Me Now" in a 2019 article, which came out a few years after the song was determined to be the "happiest" ever, a conclusion backed by science.

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Friday, 1 May 2026

Birkenstock's Ergonomic Shinjuku Sandals Are Nearly 60% Off Right Now

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Birkenstock Shinjuku Sandals, $97 (was $230)

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Why We Love This Deal

Nordstrom Rack has become one of the better places to find Birkenstock deals, with several styles from slides to boots sitting well below their typical retail prices. The brand rarely discounts through its own channels, making the Rack one of the few reliable spots to get into a pair of Birks without paying full price. The latest find is the Shinjuku—a cool-looking three-stap sandal—which is almost 60% off.

The Birkenstock Shinjuku Sandals normally cost $230, but this Nordstrom Rack sale brings the price down to $97, thanks to a 57% discount. Only the white colorway is on sale, but all sizes from 8/8.5 to 12/12.5 are available.

Birkenstock Shinjuku Sandals, $97 (was $230) at Nordstrom Rack

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What Shoppers Should Know

Upper: Nubuck leather with textile webbing
Footbed: Cork-latex with microfiber lining
Sole: Lugged PU (water-resistant)
Closure: G-Hook buckles with hook-and-loop backstrap
Best For: City-wearing, everyday wear, warm weather adventures

The Shinjuku is a departure from Birkenstock’s usual two-strap or moccasin-inspired silhouette, opting for a three-strap design and a lugged PU outsole that’s made for more active use. They still have the same cork-latex footbed that makes every pair of Birks worth wearing, with a microfiber lining that wicks moisture in a way the brand’s usual suede lining doesn’t.

I like to compare this sandal to the Milano, the brand’s other adventure-ready three-strap sandal that retails for $140. The Shinjuku takes the same adjustability-first approach and builds on it with sport-influenced hardware and a more durable outsole. This sale price puts it below the Milano while bringing a more technical feature set.

Named after one of Tokyo’s most iconic neighborhoods, the Shinjuku is Birkenstock’s nod to urban culture and city walking that traditional sandals weren’t made for. It’s a relatively new addition to the Birk lineup (dropped in May of 2024), designed specifically to bridge the gap between the label’s heritage sandal DNA and the demand for more city-focused styles.

The Birkenstock Shinjuku Sandals are available now for $97, and will likely sell out fast, as Birkenstock deals tend to do.

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Thursday, 30 April 2026

Beloved 'Ted Lasso' Star Teams With J-Lo for Old-School Netflix Rom-Com

Can Brett Goldstein shed his image as the foul-mouthed, hilarious Roy Kent from Ted Lasso? In what feels like a very old-school romantic comedy, Goldstein has teamed up with Jennifer Lopez for a new movie called Office Romance. Here's why this rom-com might be the best bet for a Netflix date night in June.

Netflix just released the new trailer for Office Romance, following a real-life stunt in which Jennifer Lopez updated her actual LinkedIn profile to reflect that idea that she is a "CEO & Pilot" of a company called "Air Cruz." In the movie, Lopez will play a high-powered executive of an airline, named Jackie Cruz, who, as you might have guessed, falls in love with her new in-house lawyer, played by Goldstein.

The cast also features Amy Sedaris, Tony Hale, Edward James Olmos, and in the trailer, right away, recent Star Trek: Picardand Star Trek: Discovery alums Michelle Hurd and Mary Wiseman.

Office Romance Release Date and Trailer

Office Romance isn't just a kind of new direction for Brett Goldstein. He's also the co-writer of the movie with Joe Kelly. The movie is directed by Ol Parker.

Office Romance will start streaming on Netflix on June 5, 2026. This is exactly one month prior to Goldstein's return in Ted Lasso Season 4 on August 5.

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Wednesday, 29 April 2026

Target Is Selling Costway's Trendy Sectional Sofa for Almost 90% Off in 3 Cool Colors

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Costway Modular 4-Seat Sectional Sofa, $360 (was $3,000)

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How often is it that you're scrolling through your phone on the sofa and need to use an obscured outlet that's hiding behind it? Well, the latest trend in sofas has less to do with comfort and more with convenience. This Costway sofa takes care of that plug-in issue for you with its four hidden USB ports. Plus, it’s a whopping 88% off at Target right now.

The Costway Modular 4-Seat Sectional Sofa is on sale for as low as $360, plummeting from the original $3,000 price tag. This item boasts over 10 five-star ratings at Target and comes in three colors, but the dark grey option currently holds the most affordable price, while the others—still on sale—range from $400 to $403.

Costway Modular 4-Seat Sectional Sofa, $360 (was $3,000) at Target

The Costway Modular 4-Seat Sectional Sofa.

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What Shoppers Should Know

Number of Pieces: 5
Net Weight Capacity: 3,300 pounds
Frame Material: Metal
Overall Dimensions: 123 inches long, 63 inches wide, 32.5 inches tall
Number of USB Ports: 4

Not many sofas feature 4 USB ports and 2 power outlets, but this sofa isn’t like others. It’ll allow you to recharge your devices with ease, and everything is hidden within or behind the couch, preventing the wires from being an eyesore. This sofa also has a hidden caddy in the armrest that you can store a TV remote or other personal belongings in to ensure you never lose anything under the cushions of the couch.

And speaking of those cushions, the high-density sponge offers premium comfort, and all four seats are extremely comfortable, as well as capable of holding over 600 pounds each. In addition, a removable ottoman is part of your purchase too, and it can be arranged wherever you want to form an L-shaped sofa.

In terms of price, you can find more luxurious furniture with the same number of seats at Wayfair, yet it’ll cost you at least $200 to $300 more at least.

What Shoppers Are Saying

One of the main concerns when it comes to furniture shopping is assembly, but shoppers say not to worry. “Easy assembly, no tools needed,” they reported. “Clean lines, low-profile, well-crafted, and very comfortable seating that is firm, but not overly firm.”

Another shopper said the sofa is simply great and a fine addition to a new living space. “It is wonderful!” they said. “Looks fantastic in my son's new apartment.”

The Costway Modular 4-Seat Sectional Sofa is under $400 at Target. Add it to your cart ASAP before the super savings are lost.

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Tuesday, 28 April 2026

Historic Route 66 Diner Collapses in Dramatic Footage

The collapse didn't exactly come out of nowhere, but it was equally shocking to watch.

Lindy's Diner, in southwest Albuquerque, New Mexico, had reportedly been issued a red tag by city officials on April 20 because of its "unsafe structure." Exactly one week later, a video captured the moment the wall on the east side of the historic diner collapsed.

Fortunately, no injuries were reported. But the video shows the moment a car drives by the diner before the entire wall crumbles below.

Fire officials told Albuquerque's KOAT 7 that they had to evacuate some of the adjoining structures of the building.

Lindy's Diner Owners Speak Out

"It's tragic. I'm sure that building will now be demolished. It's a historic landmark. That's 35 years of my life right there," Co-owner Dawn Vatoseow told KOAT 7.

It's not the first time the owners have spoken out about the diner's structural issues. In fact, it was a KOAT 7 investigation that initially triggered the city to look into concerns about the building's unsafe structure following numerous complaints.

Vatoseow told the station that they were also aware of the structural problems and sought to fix them by applying for city and state grants, to no avail.

"Most of those grants have to be picked up by a municipality. They have to be the ones to apply for the grant. The money doesn't come directly to you. It comes to the city of Albuquerque," Vateseow told KOAT 7. "Then, they dispense it out to the people that have applied for those grants. It is a lengthy process and everything takes money. There's only so much that you can afford to do without help trying to keep this building going."

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City officials told KOAT 7 that they "proactively assisted Lindy's Diner in applying for the 'Preserve Route 66 Combined Grant' in 2025," and received funds to expand and make upgrades.

In the end, major structural issues forced its closure.

"Well, it certainly isn't the way that we wanted to go out, that's for sure. I would have liked to have gone out on our own terms and say goodbye to our customers," Vatoseow told KOAT 7.

Watch the Wild Footage Below

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/fFxlVbfGr3Q

Lindy's Diner Will Try To Reopen

Vatoseow says plans are to raise the money to pay for the structural repairs, which are estimated at a whopping $250,000. Locals launched a GoFundMe campaign with the goal of raising $100,000. So far, it has raised just less than $8,000.

KOAT 7 reports that the owners have 14 days from the date of the notice issued on April 20 to respond, submit a structural engineer's report, acquire a building permit, take corrective action, and comply, all of which seems damn near impossible given the diner's inability to find the funds to fix the initial problems.

Vatoseow's family has owned Lindy's Diner since the 1970s. The diner, a campaign stop for many aspiring politicians, including presidential hopefuls, originally opened in 1929 under the name Coney Island Cafe.

According to the Santa Fe New Mexican, it was known as one of the longest operating diners on Route 66, with numerous movies and TV shows filmed there.

Lindy's Diner's collapse comes just as The Mother Road celebrates its centennial anniversary.

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Monday, 27 April 2026

Scientists Are Testing a Fentanyl Vaccine That Could Stop Overdoses Before They Start

A shot designed to prevent deadly overdoses is now being tested in humans, offering a potential new tool in the fight against the opioid crisis.

Fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid, is responsible for tens of thousands of overdose deaths in the United States each year. Even small amounts can be lethal, and it’s often mixed into other drugs without a person’s knowledge.

Now, researchers are exploring whether a vaccine could stop fentanyl from ever reaching the brain.

From Personal Loss to Scientific Push

For some involved in the effort, the mission is personal.

After losing a close friend to an accidental overdose, one biotech executive helped push forward funding and development for a fentanyl vaccine now in early human trials. The goal: create something that could prevent tragedies before they happen, not just respond to them.

Collin Gage, CEO and director of ARMR Sciences, Inc., never imagined he’d lose his 22-year-old friend to an overdose. It was unintentional and deadly. This devastating loss and several others in his circle of friends inspired him to get involved in preventing overdoses. Naloxone (Narcan) can reverse many overdoses, but it must be given quickly and may require multiple doses in fentanyl cases.

“If I can prevent one person from dying, this will all be worth it,” Gage said in an interview with Men’s Journal.

Fentanyl overdoses reached a record high in 2022 and then began to wane, according to USA Facts, but with the emergence of stronger synthetic opioids mixed in with other street drugs, these improvements may be short-lived.

Gage is also a co-founder of Armour Families, a non-profit made up of people like him, who have lost loved ones to fentanyl, working to provide education and prevention strategies like this vaccine. They also work with legislators to create bills that will stop pill presses from being sold.

How the Vaccine Works

Unlike traditional treatments such as Narcan, which reverses an overdose after it happens, this vaccine is designed to prevent the drug from taking effect in the first place.

The shot works by training the immune system to produce antibodies that bind to fentanyl molecules in the bloodstream. This prevents the drug from crossing into the brain, where it triggers both the “high” and the life-threatening suppression of breathing.

In theory, this could reduce the risk of overdose and also blunt the drug’s addictive effects.

Clinical Trials are Underway

The vaccine is be effective in mice, according to research published in Molecular Pharmaceutics journal, and now human clinical trials are underway.

Gage raised more than $30 million in public and private funds to support clinical trials of a vaccine that can prevent a fentanyl overdose. The study endpoints are safety and efficacy.

The trial that he helped build recruited 72 volunteers with good overall health to take the fentanyl vaccine. Under medical surveillance, they plan to give participants a medical grade dose of fentanyl similar to what a person would get in a hospital setting to see if they can prevent respiratory depression.

The Vaccine is Adaptable

Drug cartels pivot to make stronger and stronger drugs and Gage says this vaccine can also adapt. The makers can replace the antigen with something that can meet the strength of these newer drugs. Fentanyl might be the drug of choice today, but these preferences change over time.

The Bottom Line

A fentanyl vaccine won’t solve the opioid crisis on its own. But if ongoing trials succeed, it could add something that’s been missing: a way to stop overdoses before they start. For a crisis that’s claimed so many lives, that kind of shift could matter.

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