Today, Apple announced a new HomePod mini color. Almost four years after its first release, Cupertino is revamping its midnight color with a tweak: It's now made with 100% recycled mesh fabric. At just 3.3 inches tall, Apple says HomePod mini offers big sound in an impressively compact design. HomePod mini in midnight is available starting Wednesday, July 17, and joins other bold colors, including yellow, orange, blue, and white. Apple says HomePod mini users can listen to a catalog of over 100 million songs with Apple Music and enjoy room-filling audio with a single speaker, in a stereo pair, and using multiroom audio. To level up entertainment, users can even use the smart speaker to create a home theater experience with Apple TV 4K. With Siri, users can access a range of music knowledge and search by artist, song, lyrics, decade, genre, mood, or activity. This new colorway is part of Apple's effort to become carbon-neutral by 2030. At this moment, Apple says its new Apple Watch models are carbon-neutral, but several other products, such as Macs and iPads, use recycled parts. That said, the other colors still have the same mesh fabric that isn't 100% recycled. This announcement comes just before Apple releases the public betas of its upcoming software updates. HomePod Software 18 is expected to be available for the public soon. Still, it's important to note that HomePod won't get one of the most interesting features of this cycle, which is Apple Intelligence. However, Cupertino says the HomePod mini also offers "convenient ways to manage everyday tasks and control the smart home. Users can create smart home automation, get notified when a smoke or carbon monoxide alarm is detected in their home, check the temperature and humidity in a room, and use Intercom to send an announcement throughout the house." The new HomePod mini in midnight is available to order for $99 (U.S.) from apple.com and the Apple Store app. The new color will be available at Apple Store locations in the U.S., Canada, China mainland, Singapore, and 28 other countries and regions starting July 17. HomePod mini in midnight will also be available through Apple Authorized Resellers and select carriers. Don't Miss: Hands-on: HomePod 2 exceeds expectations, but there’s one thing you should know The post Apple releases new HomePod mini colorway with 100% recycled mesh fabric appeared first on BGR. Today's Top Deals Monday’s top early Prime Day deals: $799 M2 MacBook Air, YETI coolers, Sony TVs, PopSockets, more Best Fire TV Stick deals for July 2024 Best Ring Video Doorbell deals for Prime Day 2024 Today’s deals: $140 AirPods 3, $348 Sony 4K smart TV, $50 off M2 iPad Air, $25 light bulb camera, more

Archaeologists have unearthed burials dating back over 1,000 years in the garden of The Old Bell Hotel in Malmesbury, Wiltshire. These Anglo-Saxon remains, which include 24 skeletons and material related to several other individuals, are dated between 670 and 940 AD. The discovery has provided significant physical evidence of the early monastic community linked to Malmesbury Abbey. Abbey’s Early Days: Middle Saxon to the Golden Age The find was made last year during a routine machine-watching assignment, required as part of the planning conditions for new construction at the hotel. The remains of Anglo-Saxon men, women, and children were discovered in the hotel’s grounds, which are adjacent to Malmesbury Abbey. These findings are particularly noteworthy as they pertain to the abbey's earliest days when it was first established as a monastery. Paolo Guarino, Assistant Publications Manager and Malmesbury resident said in a press release by Cotswold Archaeology: “We knew from historical sources that the monastery was founded in that period, but we never had solid evidence before this excavation. The discovery includes remains from the Middle Saxon period, marking the first confirmed evidence of 7th to 9th century activity in Malmesbury.” These burials offer new insights into the functioning of Malmesbury Abbey during its golden age when it was a leading center of scholarship in Western Europe. Read moreSection: NewsHistory & ArchaeologyAncient PlacesEuropeRead Later 

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This Banana Pudding Fluff dessert is everything you love about Banana Pudding but in an easier to make fluff form! A guaranteed family favorite! A BANANA PUDDING INSPIRED FLUFF DESSERT This creamy, light, and fluffy treat combines the classic flavors of banana pudding with a fun twist. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up this Banana Pudding Fluff dessert in no time! If you’re a huge Banana Pudding fan like me, (yes, I have Banana Pudding Cups, Banana Pudding Cheesecake, Mini Banana Pudding Cheesecakes, Banana Pudding Pie, Banana Pudding Cupcakes and Banana Pudding Poke Cake recipes) then this sweet treat is for you! It’s everything you love about Banana Pudding but even easier to make! FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:  Can I use Cool Whip instead? Yes! Instead of the homemade whipped cream that I made with this recipe, you can swap it for a 16-ounce (larger tub) of Cool Whip. Just know that the pudding will be a little more sweet than intended originally since Cool Whip has sugar in it. What if I can’t find the mini wafers? No problem. You can use the full sized ones instead. You will need to crush them a bit more though. Can I make this Banana Pudding Fluff ahead of time? Eh, that’s not really what I’d recommend for this kind of recipe. Honestly, this is best served right after you make it. The sooner you serve it, teh better it is. Just like traditional banana pudding, the cookies start to absorb the moisture from the pudding and they’ll start to change texture and get super thick. This also means that if you keep leftovers, they’ll change texture overtime. Don’t get me wrong, the leftovers will still taste delish, but this won’t have the same fluffy texture you would expect with any fluff recipe. And it’s important to note that overtime, the marshmallows will start to break down and change texture as well if you keep the leftovers for a few days. I don’t like to eat bananas when they start to turn, so what should I do? So with a recipe like this, it will be normal for the bananas to start to brown a bit or change color as soon as you slice them and use them. That’s 100% normal, but if you don’t want to use bananas because you want to avoid this or you’re afraid you an’t eat it all once you make it and don’t want to let the leftovers turn, I would suggest omitting the bananas altogether. Instead, use banana pudding in place of the vanilla pudding so you can still get the flavor without the mushy, turning brown banana slices. How should I store leftover Banana Pudding Fluff? Remember that this fluff is best served once you make it. Leftovers will change texture in various ways as mentioned above. But, if you’re still okay with that and want to keep any delicious leftovers, I suggest covering leftovers or transferring to an airtight container. They’ll keep for up to 5 days in the fridge- but expect huge changes in the bananas, cookies, and marshmallows. This is not a recipe I would suggest trying to freeze to keep longer. INGREDIENTS NEEDED: (SEE RECIPE CARD BELOW FOR THE FULL RECIPE) sweetened condensed milk – don’t make the mistake and grab evaporated milk. The cans are similar in size and can be found near each other in the grocery store but they would yield massively different results with this recipe. So pay attention as you reach in the cabinets. cold water  instant vanilla pudding mix – the vanilla flavor can be swapped out for banana, cheesecake, white chocolate, or even French vanilla pudding. Just as long as it’s an instant pudding mix, you’ll be good to go. vanilla extract  heavy whipping cream – whipped topping can be used in place of making your own. Check out the Frequently Asked Question section for more info on what to do. mini Nilla wafers mini marshmallows  barely ripe bananas– you don’t want green bananas but you don’t want them to be really brown either. This fluff is already pretty sweet and if you have over ripe bananas (meaning there is a lot of brown on them) then it would make this too sweet and the banana slices might be too mushy. HOW TO MAKE BANANA PUDDING FLUFF Into the bowl of a stand mixer with the whisk attachment (or into a large bowl with an electric hand mixer) add the sweetened condensed milk and the water and mix until combined well. Next add in the instant vanilla pudding mix and the vanilla extract. Mix again until fully combined. Note: the mixture will be runny.  Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 2 hours or until fully set. When pudding is ready, make the whipped cream. In the bowl of a stand mixer with the whisk attachment (or in a large bowl with an electric hand mixer) whip the heavy cream until it forms stiff peaks. Be careful not to over-mix or it will start to turn into butter. Add spoonfuls of the pudding mixture to the whipped cream with the mixer on the low setting until fully incorporated with no white streaks. You may need to take a spatula and scrape the bottom of the bowl to make sure it is fully mixed in. Finally, stir in the wafers, mini marshmallows, and sliced bananas, and serve immediately.   Enjoy! CRAVING MORE RECIPES?  Pistachio Fluff Orange Fluff Raspberry Fluff Cherry Pie Fluff Strawberry Cheesecake Fluff Pineapple Fluff Cranberry Fluff Oreo Fluff Watergate Salad Ambrosia Print Banana Pudding Fluff This Banana Pudding Fluff dessert is everything you love about Banana Pudding but in an easier to make fluff form! A guaranteed family favorite! Course DessertCuisine American Prep Time 20 minutes minutesChill Time 2 hours hoursTotal Time 2 hours hours 20 minutes minutes Servings 12 Calories 461kcal Author Brandie @ The Country Cook Ingredients14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk1 ½ cups cold water3.4 ounce box instant vanilla pudding mix1 Tablespoon vanilla extract2 cups heavy whipping cream11 ounce box mini vanilla wafers lightly crushed3 cups mini marshmallows3 barely ripe bananas thinly sliced InstructionsInto the bowl of a stand mixer with the whisk attachment (or into a large bowl with an electric hand mixer) add the sweetened condensed milk and the water and mix until combined well. Next add in the instant vanilla pudding mix and the vanilla extract. Mix again until fully combined. Note: the mixture will be runny. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 2 hours or until fully set. When pudding is ready, make the whipped cream. In the bowl of a stand mixer with the whisk attachment (or in a large bowl with an electric hand mixer) whip the heavy cream until it forms stiff peaks. Be careful not to over-mix or it will start to turn into butter. Add spoonfuls of the pudding mixture to the whipped cream with the mixer on the low setting until fully incorporated with no white streaks. You may need to take a spatula and scrape the bottom of the bowl to make sure it is fully mixed in. Finally, stir in the wafers, mini marshmallows, and sliced bananas, and serve immediately. Notes Please refer to my FAQ’s (Frequently Asked Questions) and ingredient list above for other substitutions or for the answers to the most common questions. NutritionCalories: 461kcal | Carbohydrates: 63g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 22g | Sodium: 220mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 45g

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For most people, stardom boasts the promise of universal adoration—and a nice, full social calendar. But for The Brady Bunch icon Barry Williams, he shrugged off any idea of a social life in favor of putting all his efforts towards The Brady Bunch. Williams, today 69, was cast as Greg Brady, the oldest of Mike’s three sons, in 1969. He would go on to reprise the role across several Brady-related spin-offs and specials, exactly the priority Williams wanted to maintain, since he had dreamt of becoming a star since he was young and he was intent on cultivating his skills and not missing any opportunity no matter how exciting a date night might have been. Barry Williams prioritized ‘The Brady Bunch’ and other acting projects over indulging in a social life Barry Williams did not let a social life get in the way of giving his all to The Brady Bunch / Everett Collection In an interview with The Tampa Tribune in 1973, Williams shared that he aspired to become an actor when he was just a toddler. Even at that young age, he wanted to try his hand at acting and begged his mother to let him at least give it a shot. Knowing the precarious path her son would walk, mom Doris was initially reluctant but eventually, by the time he turned 11, relented. RELATED: ‘The Brady Bunch’ Star Barry Williams Says The Secret To Marriage Is Learning From Disney He got his mother’s blessing and he landed the opportunity of a lifetime—it could even be said that any momentum at all was a rarity, with how fast these dreams can fizzle out. Williams was going to take this chance seriously and give it the attention and care such a rare miracle deserved. When Williams sat down for that interview, he was a 19-year-old student of Pepperdine University whose time was split almost entirely between school, work, and classes related to the arts like acting, singing, and dancing, the latter of which would serve him well decades later in his bid to win Dancing With the Stars. He was the opposite of a celebrity who used his fame to enhance his social life He turned down dates to leave time for classes and work / Everett Collection While others might think the total opposite, Williams saw the idea of abundant socializing and partying as an obstacle standing between him and perfecting his craft and career. He divided his time carefully so he could attend classes in the morning, work on The Brady Bunch in the afternoons, and eventually fit in his dance lessons. This was his perfect way to organize the day. THE BRADY BUNCH, (clockwise from top center): Christopher Knight, Maureen McCormick, Susan Olsen, Mike Lookinland, Eve Plumb, Barry Williams, (Season 5), 1969-74 / Everett Collection “Acting is my life, and it’s more important to me than a social life,” said Williams. On top of that, fame had downsides that ironically conflicted with his goals. “Like recognition, it has its advantages and its disadvantages. I may get a better table at a restaurant, but my meals are interrupted by people wanting autographs.” He was simply and earnestly someone who wanted to do his job and do it well, putting forth plenty of effort to get into the mind of his character. “When I play a part, myself is a tool, my resource,” Williams explained. “If I don’t have part of the character in me, I do research to find out more about him.” Click for next Article The post When All Of America Had A Crush On Him, Barry Williams Rejected Social Life To Focus On Career appeared first on DoYouRemember? - The Home of Nostalgia. Author, Dana Daly

Some bands release solid songs. Others release melodious experiences that define one generation and teach the next what real music sounds like. The Doobie Brothers did the latter when they gifted the world with “Listen to the Music,” the title of their first major hit and, coincidentally, with advice we’ll gladly follow for another 50 years. “Listen to the Music” formally hit the airwaves in ‘72 for the band’s second album, Toulouse Street, though it was technically recorded the year prior. On-again, off-again bandmate Tom Johnston contributed heavily to its composition and poured in just the right ingredients to put the Doobie Brothers on the map for good. The band gets their first big hit “Listen to the Music” by the Doobie Brothers ranks high in the list of songs that, if everyone just sat down and listened to it together, the world would be better off. Part of that is because that very mood was poured into the heart of the track. RELATED: Doobie Brothers Celebrate 50th Anniversary With Exciting Updates “The chord structure of it made me think of something positive,” Johnston mused, “so the lyrics that came out of that were based on this utopian idea that if the leaders of the world got together on some grassy hill somewhere and either smoked enough dope or just sat down and just listened to the music and forgot about all this other b—t, the world would be a much better place.” He added with a laugh, “It was very utopian and very unrealistic. It seemed like a good idea at the time.” The song was released on their second album but it was this single track, rather than the collection of others, that elevated Toulouse Street to greater heights. By November 1972, “Listen to the Music” peaked at number 11 on the Billboard Hot 100. It’s easy to listen to the music the Doobie Brothers put out 50 years later THE DOOBIE BROTHERS, ca. 1980s / Everett Collection “Listen to the Music” ended up a siren song that fans are still heeding to this day. Cash Box credits it with putting the Doobie Brothers on the charts and it would enjoy a surge of popularity again and again over the years. Just this month, the track burst right back onto the Spotify chart at #174. Everywhere else music can be played, we find similar results. Just one of the many versions on YouTube has over 35 million views, and the recent positive comments show that this song is still a hit with fans old and new alike. In fact, it has some listeners feeling downright envious. The Doobie Brothers secured international acclaim with Listen to the Music / YouTube screenshot “As a Millenial, kinda bummed I missed this whole vibe – so dang chill man,” one listener admitted, adding that they are “Thankful to have a parent raise me on these tunes though.” “Over 50 years old and this tune is still as prominent and meaningful as it was back then,” another praised, rightfully calling it “a timeless classic.” “This is not a song,” reads perhaps the most perfect description of this track, “it’s a generation’s anthem! So glad to have grown in the 70s and 80s. Nothing compares to it.” Toulouse Street / Amazon Click for next Article The post “Listen To The Music” By The Doobie Brothers Is The ‘70s Anthem We’ll Always Return To appeared first on DoYouRemember? - The Home of Nostalgia. Author, Dana Daly

Nancy Allen was destined for a career in the arts. Growing up in the vibrant cultural atmosphere of New York, she was immersed in the performing arts from a young age. This early exposure laid a solid foundation for her future in the industry. She began her career in dancing but soon transitioned to acting, where she discovered her true passion. Allen’s breakthrough role came in 1976 when she was cast as Chris Hargensen in Brian De Palma’s horror classic Carrie. Her portrayal of the vindictive high school bully earned her critical acclaim and marked the beginning of a fruitful collaboration with De Palma, who would go on to direct her in several more films. Despite her highly successful career, the 74-year-old has since taken a break from acting and has shifted her focus to other highly rewarding ventures, exploring new avenues and passions that continue to fulfill her creative spirit. Nancy Allen’s career and collaboration with ex-husband, Brian De Palma CARRIE, Nancy Allen, 1976 Following her success in Carrie, Allen became a prominent figure in the thriller and suspense genre through her collaborations with De Palma, whom she later married in 1979 and divorced in 1984. She starred in Dressed to Kill, where her performance as a high-priced call girl garnered critical acclaim. This was followed by Blow Out, where she starred opposite John Travolta. Her role in the 1981 film was particularly praised and remains one of her most memorable performances. RELATED: Tim Allen And Nancy Travis Reflect Before ‘Last Man Standing’ Series Finale Her career continued to flourish with her role as Officer Anne Lewis in the RoboCop series in 1987, 1990, and 1993, respectively. This role solidified her status as a versatile actress capable of performing in both dramatic and action-oriented films. DRESSED TO KILL, Michael Caine, Nancy Allen, 1980, © Filmways/courtesy Everett Collection Nancy Allen stepped off the limelight to focus on a charity dedicated to fighting cancer In the 1990s, Allen began to retreat from the limelight, appearing in fewer films and focusing on other interests. She became deeply involved in cancer support activities, inspired by her close friend and I Wanna Hold Your Hand co-star Wendie Jo Sperber, who battled the disease. Sperber’s struggle with cancer motivated Allen to take action, and in 2001, they co-founded the WeSpark Cancer Support Center, a charity dedicated to providing support to individuals battling cancer.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Nancy Allen (@nancyallen624) Despite Sperber’s passing in 2005,  the Golden Globe nominee remained committed to their shared mission. She continued to serve on the charity’s board of directors, working tirelessly to raise awareness and garner support for cancer patients and their families. Click for next Article The post What Has ‘Carrie’ Star Nancy Allen Been Up To Since She Stopped Acting? appeared first on DoYouRemember? - The Home of Nostalgia. Author, Peace A