Month: July 2025

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Whether you’re motivated by the dress code at your office or an innate desire to not look like a schmuck, wearing a button-up shirt is an easy upgrade over even the nicest tee. It’s hard to have too many of them, which is why the massive discounts—up to 83%—Dockers is posting on its slim fit original button-up shirts are not to be missed.

The slim fit version of the Dockers Original Button-Up Shirt comes in a slew of colors, all of which retail for $75. They’re marked down to between $25 and $50, and Dockers is offering an extra 50% off sale prices for a limited time, so they’ll run you anywhere from $13 to $25. At those prices, a wardrobe restock is an easy decision to make. Size availability varies by color, but there are so many options that there’s bound to be a shirt in your size that you’ll like. All seven of the ratings of this shirt are five stars, and customers wrote that this shirt has “good fit and style” that will make it a “favorite.”

Dockers Original Button-Up Shirt, Slim Fit, From $13 (was $75) at Dockers

While Dockers is better known for their khaki pants, this button-up is just as solid. Depending on the color, it’s either a 100% cotton or cotton-linen blend shirt, all with a point collar and rounded square patch chest pocket. Dockers says the slim fit is “close without feeling snug,” fitted in the shoulders and tapered through the body. It’s not breaking any new ground for a business casual shirt, but that’s partially because it helped create the concept of a business casual shirt in the first place.

One reviewer wrote that this is a “nice shirt” with “good fit and style.” And while “some Dockers shirts have had inconsistent sizing,” this shirt was spot-on. They gave it full marks for quality and comfort, a ringing endorsement all around.

Dockers Original Button-Up, Slim Fit, From $13 (was $75) at Dockers

Another satisfied customer wrote that “button-up and khakis has always been my favorite” fashion combination. This particular button-up is so great that they promised “to buy more and more” of them, something that’s easier than usual to do right now given the steep, steep discounts on offer.

The longer this sale goes on, the more people catch on, and the fewer Dockers Original Button-Up Shirts you’ll have to choose from. Don’t dilly-dally: shop now, get a few different shirts, and enjoy looking good through the summer and beyond.

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The Sean “Diddy” Combs trial is in its final phase as jurors started the process of deliberating over the charges.

Combs, the founder of Bad Boy Entertainment, was charged with sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy. He has pleaded not guilty to all charges.

According to ABC7, a jury of eight men and four women is now deliberating five criminal counts against Combs. And that jury has now made a major request.

While in deliberation, the jury sent a note at 10:15 a.m. on July 1, 2025, asking for several transcript sections.

CNN reports that the jury asked for several transcription selections including Cassie Ventura’s testimony regarding the InterContinental incident; her testimony concerning the events at Cannes and those that immediately followed; testimony, if any, regarding interactions / “Freak Offs” with Daniel Phillip; and Phillip’s testimony regarding the Essex Hotel incident with Ventura.

Transcripts were being reviewed to identify excerpts that respond to and meet with the jury’s request.

In the transcripts, Ventura gave testimony about the InterContinental Hotel incident when Combs was allegedly caught on security camera attacking her, ABC7 reported. The jury also asked for her testimony about a trip she took with Combs to the Cannes Film Festival.

Ventura testified that on the flight home from Cannes, Combs showed her videos of her having sex during “freak offs.” Ventura told the jury she thought, “He was going to embarrass me and release them.”

Reports show that the jury also asked for transcripts involving Phillip, an escort who testified as a witness during the trial. A portion of Venture’s testimony contained Daniel Phillip as a witness to Venture’s “freak offs.”

The jury specifically asked for Dan Phillip’s testimony regarding a “freak off “at the Essex Hotel in New York in which Phillip testified he saw Ventura “slumped over.”

Lawyers are working out which reports to send back to the jury.

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If we’re being honest, going through TSA is probably many people’s least favorite part about flying. 

Even if the process is relatively smooth, you still have to take time out to stand in line, remove any belongings from your pockets and go through the scanner. It’s also possible you might be subjected to a quick pat down, especially if you happen to set off the scanning device.

Speaking of the scanner, one woman shared a rather embarrassing recent TSA story on Reddit last month. According to the post, she was stopped twice in one week while going through security after her crotch was flagged.

“I flew for the first time in 15 years this week and both airports flagged my crotch at the arms up scanner. I don’t care about the pat down, they were polite and professional and it doesn’t bother me, but I’m wondering what did it,” the woman explained.

It didn’t take long for the anonymous poster to get some answers, and the suggestions other Reddit users had were kind of disgusting.

“Last time I flew out of my home airport of Tampa, I got searched too, the guard said something unnerving like ‘swamp rot” or “swamp crotch’ or something similarly embarrassing,” one person said.

“Sweat, feminine products (liners, pads, depends) could be anything but those seem to be culprits and the leggings n bike shorts for some reason I have no idea otherwise maybe the compression in them,” a second person added.

Another user mentioned that the machine can be set off by “heavy sweat.” To be fair to the original poster, “swamp crotch” isn’t the only explanation, as types of clothing, body shape and other factors can cause the scanner to trip.

Sweat is definitely one thing that can trigger the alarm though, TSA expert Shawna Malvini Redden, PhD told Reader’s Digest in 2024.

“Perspiration is probably the weirdest thing that can set off the scanners,” Malvini Redden said. “It has to do with millimeter wave technology and how the waves bounce off water.”

If you’re going to be flying soon, here’s to hoping your crotch area stays dry.

Neil Patrick Harris has always been a triple threat when it comes to his Hollywood career, but he’s making a big move in another direction. 

The 52-year-old actor is going back to his game show roots after hosting and executive producing the 2018 NBC series, Genius Junior. The 12-and-under team competition show tested kids in subjects, including spelling, mathematics, and memory, and aired for one season. Now, he’s headed to Netflix with What’s in the Box.

According to Variety, which was first to report the news, the streaming network described it as a “massive guessing game” with a “high-stakes” element, “where every decision could lead to life-changing rewards.” Fans will be able to watch the show beginning in December with six episodes running 45 minutes each.

Deadline shared the game show’s official logline: 

“Giant boxes conceal jaw-dropping prizes, wild surprises, and unexpected reveals in What’s in the Box, a high-stakes, arching game show that tests smarts, strategy, and stamina. Over several episodes, pairs of contestants face off in fast-paced, addictive trivia rounds, racing to correctly guess what’s inside each box. But winning a prize is just the beginning. As the game unfolds, shifting alliances and unexpected twists mean only those with sharp instincts — and a little luck — will hold onto their winnings and claim victory.”

Harris got his start as the title character in Doogie Howser, M.D., and notably played the five-time Emmy-winning role of Barney Stinson on How I Met Your Mother. He’s also a Tony Winner for his lead role in Hedwig and the Angry Inch on Broadway. Harris has hosted the Tonys, Emmys, and the Oscars.  

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Caitlin Clark hasn’t seen the floor for the Indiana Fever since June 24 after she suffered a groin injury.

After missing a handful of games earlier in the season with a quad strain, Clark has missed the past two games with the Fever losing the first against the Los Angeles Sparks before bouncing back in the second with a 94-86 victory over the Dallas Wings. Fever head coach Stephanie White initially suggested Clark would be “day-to-day” with the injury, but the team announced some tough news on Tuesday, July 1.

The Fever revealed Clark won’t be playing in tonight’s game against the Minnesota Lynx as she continues to nurse the groin injury. The announcement comes just a few hours before the Fever and Lynx do battle in the Commissioner’s Cup Final – regular-season tournament.

Status Report for tonight’s game against Minnesota:

Damiris Dantas – NWT (national team obligation)
Caitlin Clark – Out (left groin) https://t.co/9gfZVRrMF7

— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) July 1, 2025

Minnesota enters Tuesday night’s game winners in eight of its last 10 games while averaging 86.0 points, 34.3 rebounds, 24.4 assists, 8.2 steals and 5.9 blocks per game while shooting 47.7% from the field. Its opponents have averaged 72.8 points per game.

The Fever, meanwhile, have gone 6-4, averaging 83.3 points, 32.3 rebounds, 19.5 assists, 7.5 steals and 2.4 blocks per game while shooting 46.6% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 79.8 points.

Tuesday’s winning team will be awarded a prize pool of $500,000. The Lynx are the reigning champions in the event and own the best record in the WNBA at 14-2 while outscoring their opponents by over 11 points per game. 

The Fever and Lynx tip off on Tuesday night at 8 p.m. ET with the game being streamed on Prime Video.

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Trader Joe’s shoppers are normally praising the grocery chain’s summer dessert debuts. This time around though, fans are not exactly ecstatic with customers’ latest sweet treat find. The Italian Pistachio & Fior Di Latte Gelato Style Frozen Dessert is gaining criticism online for its alleged artificial ingredients.

The company’s website details that the dessert is composed of Fior Di Latte Gelato (with the first six ingredients being water, sugar, coconut oil, glucose syrup, nonfat dry milk, and dextrose) and Pistachio Gelato (with the first six ingredients being water, sugar, coconut oil, glucose syrup, nonfat dry milk, and pistachio). None of the aforementioned ingredients are considered artificial, however, both cite ‘natural flavor’ in their ingredient list, which could mean that the flavoring underwent chemical processing. 

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“That ain’t no pistachio,” one customer commented on TikTok. “That’s a chemical box with pistachio flavor.” Another said, “Soooooo many ingredients. I read almost to the end, and I didn’t even see pistachios.” A third shopper cited the ingredients as “horrible.” 

@traderjoesnova

#pistachiogelato at #traderjoes for $4.99 a tub! I thought it was so good! You can definitely taste the nuttiness of the #pistachio #traderjoesnewproducts #traderjoespistachiogelato #traderjoesnewitems #traderjoes #traderjoesfoodreviews #traderjoeshaul

♬ Caminando – Isadora

Others who did taste the new dessert were divided. One shopper attested that “it’s so good,” adding that the “pistachio flavor is strong.” Other customers contested, describing the gelato-inspired treat as “not that good,” “so processed,” and even likened the flavor to the taste of “dirt.”

@nylasorrrrr

Review! Trader Joe’s new item: Pistachio & Fior di Latte Gelato 9/10 – creamy, smooth, pistachio flavor is subtle but not overpowering. Both flavors compliments each other 🥰 @Trader Joe’s #traderjoesreview #traderjoes #fyp #pistachio #traderjoesmusthaves #traderjoesfinds #foodtok #foodreview

♬ Hell N Back (feat. Summer Walker) – Bakar

Apparently, Trader Joe’s is offering samples in select locations, with one commenter writing that the store topped the treat with “chocolate syrup and crushed pistachios.” The grocery store is selling the dessert for $5 in the freezer section.

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In addition to this gelato splitting fans, Trader Joe’s recently opened two stores across from each other, leaving customers confused. Currently, there are 608 Trader Joe’s locations in the United States. 

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The trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs has become one of the biggest stories of the year in the entertainment world. The rapper and music mogul faces serious charges including racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking and transportation to engage in prostitution.

Combs now awaits his fate as the jury in the trial has begun to deliberate this week, but betting odds paint a bleak picture for the Grammy award winner.

According to BetUS, Combs is favored to be sentenced to 11-15 years in prison, with those odds at -125.

The next best odds sit at +250 for an outcome of no time served, which could factor in a number of results. If the trial included a hung jury or was declared a mistrial, it would cause that result to pay out.

P Diddy odds:

He’s currently favored to be sentenced to 11-15 years in prison at -125. More than 20 years currently pays +800. What’s your best bet here? pic.twitter.com/QaBvrl1LFf

— BeatinTheBookie.com®️ (@BeatinTheBookie) June 30, 2025

“Life sentence” – the maximum amount of time Combs could be sentenced to in alignment with the charges – is currently set at +1000 with BetUS, the longest odds listed.

The jury has been the subject of news in the case, with one juror removed after the presiding judge found “inconsistencies” and “lack of candor” in prior statements. Another juror requested more instruction on Monday, shortly after deliberations began.

Combs has denied all wrongdoing in the case, but several witnesses have been called to testify against those claims. Those who spoke during the trial told stories of abuse, intimidation and more from Combs, once one of America’s most beloved celebrities.

The trial has lasted for several weeks, with jurors hearing from over 30 witnesses in testimony.

“The defendant used the money and the gravitas from his businesses to facilitate the crimes that he and his inner circle committed,” Assistant US Attorney Christy Slavik said in her closing statement.

Slavik referred to Combs as someone who presided over a “kingdom” that allowed him to abuse and undermine others, becoming “more powerful and more dangerous” in the process.

As the jury continues to deliberate and eventually reaches a decision, we’ll see if the jury’s decision and the judge’s interpretation of the charges align with what the betting odds have established as the most likely option.