One of my favorite things about shopping online? Discovering weird but genius items that I had no clue even existed. Whenever you feel like you’ve settled into a routine, I can bet you there’s a brilliant product that could make your life so much easier. That’s why I’ve gathered a ton of cool things on Amazon that you’ve probably never heard of before — even better, my picks are all $35 or less. Whether it’s a clever gadget that simplifies a once-difficult chore or a fun addition to your patio, these are the little hidden gems you never knew you needed. This Dryer Vent Cleaning Brush That Att ..read more

Swifties are back in detective mode — and it’s for a thrilling reason. After years of layered Easter eggs, Taylor Swift announced Speak Now (Taylor’s Version) will arrive this summer. The singer also noted this new version will feature previously unreleased “vault” songs; however, that might not be the only sonic surprise on the album. Recently, a video of Paramore’s Hayley Williams meeting a fan went viral, and the internet is convinced the singer sneakily hinted she (or the band) might appear on Speak Now. Let’s unpack this theory. On June 1, a fan named Layla posted a TikTok video of when ..read more

Lil Uzi Vert has always been a self-proclaimed rockstar. Luckily, the rapper won’t let fans forget it. They playfully flaunted their rocker persona alongside Playboi Carti in 2017, became one of the mainstream faces of emo-rap, and occasionally rock a spiked hairstyle reminiscent of a mid-2000s Hot Topic teen. Now, they’re performing head-banging hits with Paramore. No, this isn’t a joke. Paramore is currently on the North American leg of their This Is Why tour. On May 30, the band performed their second night at Madison Square Garden, and kept fans on their toes with a few surprises. Their l ..read more

Ever since Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen announced their divorce in October 2022, they’ve made it clear that their children come first. In their public statements, Brady and Bündchen emphasized how important co-parenting would be for each of them moving forward. This summer, it looks like they’re putting those words to action. On June 1, the former NFL player opened up about his “little calendar” for co-parenting and gave some details on how their kids, Vivian and Benjamin (Brady also shares son Jack with ex Bridget Moynahan), are splitting their time. No surprise, they’ve got a stacked sched ..read more

Every person has wished they could ditch a bad date as soon as it started, but actually doing it is a rarity. Instead, most stick it out — despite the red flags, awkward small talk, and split bills for artichoke dip that you didn’t even want to order in the first place. Jameela Jamil, comedian, actor, and activist, has a problem with that. “I want to create a Bad Dates Bell that everyone could take on dates and ring when things get bad to say, ‘Nope. Time's up. I'm tapping out,’” Jamil tells Elite Daily. “I think that's one of the things I'm most fascinated about: What is stopping us from rin ..read more

Tokyo might be one of 2023’s hottest travel destinations, but head just a few hours west to Kyoto by bullet train, and it feels like you’re stepping back in time. Unlike Tokyo’s neon-lit skyscrapers and electric nightlife, Kyoto’s winding cobblestone streets and ancient pagodas make way for the iconic Japanese temples and shrines you’ve seen all over your FYP. Even franchises like Starbucks and McDonald’s are discreetly housed in picturesque wooden buildings that were built hundreds of years ago. After falling in love with the city during a recent trip to Japan with Hyatt, I put together the ..read more

Nina Dobrev and Julianne Hough would agree that it’s always best to wine down with your “partner in life and crime,” in both business and in pleasure. The IRL besties, who met through a mutual friend in 2012, took their friendship to the next level co-founding their brand, Fresh Vine Wine, in 2019. Despite their busy schedules, the Vampire Diaries alum and the Dancing With The Stars host still make time to hang out together and believe their side venture has actually brought them closer. “I feel like we see each other even more now,” Dobrev tells Elite Daily in a joint interview. “We started ..read more

This year’s festival season just became a little hotter. After a four-year hiatus, Camp Flog Gnaw Carnival is back. The wavy festival — helmed by rapper Tyler, The Creator — is returning to its permanent home in Los Angeles this fall. Fans are still in awe at the event’s sudden resurrection, as Camp Flog Gnaw hasn’t been active since 2019. Now, lingering Odd Future and solo Tyler fans can rejoice as a Wolf Gang. The Igor rapper first teased the return of Camp Flog Gnaw on May 30. He made a surprise appearance in Baby Keem and Kendrick Lamar’s music video for “The Hillbillies,” which sees both ..read more

Now that The Little Mermaid has splashed into theaters, it’s possible your FYP has found itself “under the sea.” At least, that’s where I am. During one of my TikTok scrolls and in between all the behind-the-scenes clips of Halle Bailey as Ariel, I came across an Ursula Frappuccino off Starbucks’ secret drink menu inspired by Melissa McCarthy’s character. This Little Mermaid-inspired drink recipe comes from barista and TikToker @jessnicole____, who shared just how you can order it yourself. So, of course, I had to try Starbucks’ Ursula Frappuccino to see if it’s as delicious as it is beautifu ..read more

Matt Rife hands me a glass of chilled water. It is more than a formality, this beverage. It’s downright gentlemanly. This is the last of what was inside his Brita, which he will refill who knows when, because the water in his building was unexpectedly turned off. (There’s construction next door; he didn’t, like, forget to pay his bills or anything.) The lack of water is why Rife couldn’t shower after working out, which is why he didn’t meet me at the restaurant where we had a reservation, which is why we are now in his pristine, West Elm-y apartment in Hollywood. Two scented candles are burni ..read more