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Paramount Pictures announced the Top Gun: Maverick streaming details after a theatrical run of more than six months—and then some. The Tom Cruise-led blockbuster broke box office records following its May 2022 release in theaters, raking in $1.45 billion (and counting) overall, with $248 million in its opening weekend alone. It’s the fourth-highest-grossing movie ever in North America, and it’s now available for streaming at home. If you’re looking forward to tuning into Top Gun: Maverick from home, here’s everything to know about the Top Gun 2 streaming release....

Fun times. There are so many details we forget when traveling abroad—some minor (see: the great hair frizz of 2018) and some much more crucial. International travel is a thrilling and educational experience, but for first-time travelers (and let’s face it even pros need a refresher course sometimes!), traveling abroad means a whole host of new considerations. We went to the travel pros to ask them their best tips for newbies—travelers who are currently planning their first trips....

The key to giving the best compliments is to make sure they’re genuine, sincere and unique to the person you’re saying them to, whether you’re giving compliments for a girl, compliments for a guy or compliments for friends. To help give you an idea of some thoughtful and fun compliments you can use, we gathered a list of 100 compliments and nice things to say to people that’ll make anyone in your life smile, from girls and guys to coworkers, friends and family members....

So if you’re looking for inspiration for what you’re going to write inside a card, hoping to incorporate some quotes about engagement as part of your toast during an engagement party while sharing wedding wishes, or working on an epic engagement Instagram post that needs the perfect caption, this big list of quotes about getting engaged can help. From sweet sayings about true love to famous quotes about two becoming one, these 100 romantic engagement sayings will help you find just the right words to celebrate the momentous occasion....

These blenders range in price from the dirt cheap (for blenders, anyway) to pricey. There’s also a slew of different features in the mix, making options available for everyone from the occasional mixed drink maker to die-hard smoothie fans to find something they like. Let this be your guide to finding that just-right blender. Here at Parade.com, we’re all about sharing products we love with our audience. When you make a purchase on an item seen on this page, we may earn a commission, however all picks are independently chosen unless otherwise mentioned....

What to Avoid When Choosing Breakfast Cereals The biggest culprit that can cause a seemingly healthy cereal to quickly veer into the unhealthy category is added sugar. Many of the popular cereals with “bran” or “fruit” or other nutritious-sounding words in their names are loaded with added sugar. Artificial colors and flavorings are also common. So it’s important to read the labels carefully and study the ingredients list. Best Healthy Cereal Barbara’s Shredded Wheat Cereal It won’t take you long to read the ingredients list on this cereal box—there is just one ingredient: whole grain wheat....

“Your calves are working all the time,” says Peter Ronai, MS, ACSM-CEP, a clinical professor in the Exercise Science Department at Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, Connecticut. “You can exercise these parts of your body every day, because they are always engaged as you’re doing things like climbing and reaching.” All the more reason to keep your calves strong and healthy—and we’re about to show you how. What to know about calf exercises According to data from the International Sports Science Association, your calf consists of two muscles on the back of your leg: The gastrocnemius and the soleus....

Jumping rope is a simple yet effective cardio workout to begin with, but working out with a weighted jump rope takes this exercise to the next level, helping you to build stamina and endurance while also gaining strength and muscle. Best of all, it’s super easy to use. “This is a really powerful tool, and the entry point does not need to be high,” saysJohn Wolf, Chief Fitness Officer at Onnit....

Whether you need to earn extra money to replace income you lost or you simply want to supplement your existing salary, there are plenty of creative ways to earn extra money—even from your own home! So whether it’s freelancing online to selling items you no longer need, this guide will take the frustration out of how to earn extra money so you can spend more time hustling throughout 2023!...

Calories matter when it comes to losing weight. And if you’re trying to stay in a calorie deficit, fruit is a great addition to your diet if you’re looking to shed some pounds (or simply trying to eat healthier)—especially low calorie fruits. “Yes, fruits are naturally rich in sugar (some more so than others), but research has consistently shown that fruit intake has an anti-obesity effect,” says Charlotte Martin, MS, RDN, CSOWN, CPT, registered dietitian nutritionist and author of The Plant-Forward Solution....

Keep reading for 14 cheap sectional sofas—all under $500! Here at Parade.com, we’re all about sharing products we love with our audience. When you make a purchase on an item seen on this page, we may earn a commission, however, all picks are independently chosen unless otherwise mentioned. 15 Cheap Sectional Sofas Under $500 1. Dorel Living Kaci Reversible Sectional, $499 at Hayneedle Hayneedle.com is a go-to website for quality furniture....

This rise has greatly increased the need for therapists. When trying to find a mental health provider in your area, you may be told that no one is available, only to be added to a waiting list. This can certainly be discouraging, but it shouldn’t be the end of your search for help. There are many free mental health resources available that can provide a great deal of help while you wait for an appointment with a therapist....

Well, we’re here to tell you that you don’t have to empty your wallet to get the trendiest dining room cafe chair this 2021. We’ve saved you the time and money, so you can get that Parisian handwoven seat for your family and your guests for less. From Overstock to Houzz to Wayfair and more furniture retailers, we’ve done our legwork of research and are revealing the 15 best Serena and Lily bistro chair lookalikes to find cheaper versions of the Serena and Lily bistro chairs....

Interestingly, the majority of those with hepatitis C don’t have symptoms, so the only way to know if you have it is to get tested. Here’s a list of celebrities who have been diagnosed with this health condition—and details on what it’s like for them to live with the condition. Celebrities Diagnosed With Hepatitis C 1. Natasha Lyonne The Orange is the New Black actress learned she had hepatitis C in 2005 after being hospitalized for numerous health issues....

When it comes to your niece or nephew, this truth is ten-fold. You’ve known them their entire life; they deserve something a little more than something inside a random greeting card. To get you on the right path, we’ve listed some more distinct birthday wishes for the niece in your life. Chances are that your niece looks up to you, at least a little bit. Let her know that you admire and cherish her, too....

New parents who picked Spanish girl names say they chose them because even though some of them are short and sweet, they always sound extravagant and are uncomplicated to pronounce. Some Spanish girl names such as Sofia and Isabella are already climbing the baby name charts in the United States, along with 20 other countries. Whether you want to honor your Latinx roots or pay tribute to a culture that’s rooted in tradition, this list of Spanish girl names is hard to beat....

The important thing to remember when you—or a friend—are experiencing one of those periods where you feel like life is a daily struggle is that it is okay to not be okay. But with some simple words of encouragement, however, you can provide a bit of hope to someone who is feeling a bit down in the dumps. Or perhaps looking yourself in the mirror and repeating some encouraging quotes will give you the inspiration to move forward when you need some words of support during a particularly difficult time....

These are the best ’80s Christmas movies. Best 1980s Christmas movies 1. National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation (1989) Chevy Chase and the Griswold clan make the most of a holiday where everything goes disastrously, hilariously wrong in this slapstick-heavy perennial favorite written by John Hughes. 2. A Christmas Story (1983) Based on the writings of Canada’s Jean Shepherd, the family comedy—centered on a boy who pines for a Red Ryder air rifle—has aired in 24-hour blocks on TNT and/or TBS since Christmas 1997....

When you’re a busy working mom like me, no-bake recipes fit the bill. While not all of these energy ball recipes are no-baking-required, many are and easy enough that, if you have a teen in the house as I do, they can even make these for the week ahead. All of these recipes are sugar-free, low-carb and gluten-free, too, making them the perfect allergy-friendly snacks for school. Need a few more ideas?...

Cargo pants were all over the ’90s from slouchy casual ones rocked by Jennifer Aniston and Brad Pitt to the punk camo style worn by Avril Lavigne to the sexy version sported by ALL the members of Destiny’s Child. And this style is back in a big way with celebs from Halle Berry to Hailey Bieber sporting this throwback trend. We found lots of big, fun, ’90s styles of cargo pants you could totally wear today as well as some comfy jogger styles, and dressier versions that work for all occasions and body types....