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Exclusive: Lisa Ann Walter Dishes on Season 4 of Abbott Elementary

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If you loved The Parent Trap , you probably remember Lisa Ann Walter as Chessy, the lovable, sharp-eyed housekeeper who stole our hearts. But thats just the start! Since then, Walter has tackled roles in major hits like the 2017 comedy film Bruce Almighty and Netflix ‘s comedy-drama Glow. But, these days, you cant miss her as the no-nonsense, fiercely loyal Melissa Schemmenti on ABCs breakout sitcom Abbott Elementary . As a tough second-grade teacher, she brings charm, grit and humor to the showand fans cant get enough! Since its 2021 debut, Abbott Elementary has been a runaway success. With a cast playing passionate teachers navigating the highs and lows of their Philadelphia public school, the TV show masterfully balances heart, humor and real-world struggles. Now four seasons in, Abbott has racked up four Emmy wins (and 24 nominations!), including awards for Outstanding Casting and Directing. Its a show that resonates with viewers across generations, keeping fansyoung and oldt

Is This Year’s Beekman 1802 Advent Calendar Really Worth $400? We’ve Got the Sneak Peek

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Kids count down to Christmas with chocolate, beauty lovers count down with skincare. The Beekman 1802 advent calendar is back for 2024, and its filled with both bestsellers and new launches you havent tried yetso many that the brand promises this advent calendar is worth more than $400 retail. At less than half that price to purchase, this advent calendar seems like a total steal, so I broke one open to see if the claims were true. Warning! Spoilers are ahead. What is the Beekman 1802 advent calendar? Dubbed the Theres No Place Like Home Advent Calendar, this Beekman 1802 offering has returned for a limited time. It boasts 24 product offerings, 16 of which are full-sized! VIA MERCHANT Shop on Beekman 1802 Product Launch Beekman 1802 Advent Calendar Featuring 24 skincare surprises, the Theres No Place Like Home Advent Calendar is valued at over $400 (but costs much less). Shop on Beekman 1802 How I tested it Ive been dabbling with Beekman 1802 products for a

The 10 Most Expensive U.S. Cities for a Burger, Fries and Soda

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A burger, fries and soda used to be an affordable meala go-to for hungry folks on a budget. But in the past two years, the cost of these classic fast-food items has jumped an average of 24% in the 50 largest U.S. cities, according to a new study from personal finance site MoneyGeek. It’s gotten so costly that even McDonald’s customers are feeling the pinch … and plenty of frustration. That doesn’t stop Americans from ordering the meal, though. “The U.S. consumer has an insatiable demand for burgers,” explains Vermont Wagyu owner Sheila Patinkin, noting that we consume the bulk of imported beef as burgers. “We can’t get enough of the stuff. Nearly half of all our beef is burger, not steaks or brisket, and we are the only country that consumes more meat per capita than we can produce.” So where can you get a great burger without breaking the bank? That’s what MoneyGeek set out to learn in its recent study. Read on to find out which cities serve up the most expensive burgers, fries an

Get Ready to Book Your Tix! Universal Plans to Open Universal Epic Universe by Memorial Day

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When it comes to theme parks, Orlando, Florida, has long been synonymous with Disney World . However, with Universal Orlando s brand-new Universal Epic Universe set to openits fourth park within a parkUniversal is going to give Disney an even bigger run for its money. With the anticipated launch date of the truly epic 750-acre theme park on the horizon, fans are already gearing up to buy tickets and book airfare. Universal Epic Universe is shaping up to become one of the most in-demand attractions in Orlando. Park-goers will be able to explore five totally new worlds within the one park, including one particularly exciting destination that Harry Potter fans are going to love. Read on to find out everything we know so far about Universal Epic Universe, including when it’s expected to open and how you can get tickets. Get Reader’s Digest s Read Up newsletter for more travel, tech, cleaning, humor and fun facts all week long. What will be the star attraction of Universal Epic Univ

A Swiftie’s Guide to New Orleans: 12 Things to See and Do

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Considering it’s still the hottest ticket of 2024, it’s almost hard to believe that Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour started way back on March 17, 2023. Like all good things, this too must come to an end. (Fun fact: It’s the highest-grossing concert tour of all time, the first ever to gross at least $1 billion.) But before her finale in Vancouver later this year, Swift is doing three shows in New Orleans at the Caesars Superdome from Oct. 25 to 27. Whether or not you hold a golden concert ticket hardly matters, as fans are flocking to NOLA to get in on the fun. If you’re headed that way, these are some of Taylor’s favorite venues, where you just might catch her hanging out when not on stage. And the town is literally brimming with Swiftie-related brunches and happenings you won’t want to miss. As an added bonus, fall just so happens to be one of the best times to visit New Orleans , so you’re likely to have great weather. Get Readers Digest s Read Up newsletter for more travel, tech, books,