The Baetalk Daily: Scandal Spinoff Buzz & Must-Have Summer Fragrance
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Welcome back to Baetalk, your weekly dose of love, life, and everything in between. This day, we’re looking at 13 stories trending in Lifestyle & Trends, Celebrity Gossip, Love & Dating. Leading the news: Sofie Pavitt Just Dropped My Ideal Sunscreen — & It Won’t Break You Out. Whether you’re navigating the dating scene, looking for the perfect anniversary gift, or just here for the tea — we’ve got you covered. Here’s what everyone is talking about.
💖 Top Stories This Week
Lifestyle & Trends · March 11, 2026 · 5 min read
Sofie Pavitt Just Dropped My Ideal Sunscreen — & It Won’t Break You Out
In the year 2026, it’s becoming increasingly difficult to justify not wearing sunscreen every day. The risks and hazards of UV damage are well-documented , and sunscreens at every price point have flooded the shelves of drugstores and prestige boutiques alike. Yet folks are still struggling to find the right formula that won’t cause breakouts . But back to Screentime — ahead, read my review of the latest addition to Sofie Pavitt Face’s lineup. Secondly, they typically feel lighter on the skin, which is great news for acne-prone skin types that tend to get oily quickly. Because of how hydrat…
Lifestyle & Trends · March 11, 2026 · 5 min read
The Madewell Sale Fashion Editors Never Skip Out On Is Finally Here
sunsets are here and the days are getting warmer, we’re eager to clean out our closets and refresh them with new spring outfits . But we’re also not looking to break the bank. The editor- and reader-favorite brand kicked off its bi-annual mega sale to all Madewell Insiders this week, and you’ve got a whopping 12 more days to cash in on the deals. Nearly everything is 25% off (automatically applied at checkout when signed in), both online and in stores. For more can’t-miss shopping stories delivered straight to your inbox, sign up for our Most Wanted newsletter . What To Buy From Ulta’s 21 D…
Lifestyle & Trends · March 11, 2026 · 3 min read
Designer Kim White Takes Us Inside Each of Her Brooklyn Apartments
For makeup artist and interior designer Kim White , home isn’t just a place to relax. The multi-hyphenate creator lives and works in the same Brooklyn brownstone across two units, where personal history, creative experimentation, and pieces from Black artists and designers come together to tell a layered story about identity, heritage, and self-expression. While the majority of her work happens in her upstairs studio space, her apartment is still a creative playground where she mixes custom pieces with heirloom lamps and pops of color. “I hope they can see who I am in the details.” Anyone f…
Lifestyle & Trends · March 11, 2026 · 4 min read
Summer Fridays’ First Fragrance Is So Dreamy, It’s Set To Be My Signature
When I heard that Summer Fridays was stepping into fragrance , it didn’t exactly come as a shock — but it certainly made my day. You see, the brand has a track record of perfectly judged scents. Its most recognizable bestseller, Lip Butter Balm , already comes in a lineup of flavors that rivals an ice cream shop, while body products like the Summer Silk Nourishing Body Lotion — with its vanilla-floral notes — hint at a love for gourmand, dessert-inspired scents. Top notes of citrus bergamot and heart notes of heady coconut add dimension and complexity in a sea of trendy vanilla scents . For…
Lifestyle & Trends · March 11, 2026 · 3 min read
Is A Scandal Spinoff *Really* Happening? Tyriq Withers & Kerry Washington Fuel The Rumors
A Scandal spin-off series may not be happening yet , and for now only exists in the imaginations of super fans missing the Shonda Rhimes ’ show, but Kerry Washington has officially given Tyriq Withers her stamp of approval to star in it. After social media users noticed the resemblance between the Him actor and Tony Goldwyn , who starred as President Fitzgerald Thomas Grant III in the iconic ABC drama, fans started daydreaming about Withers playing Olivia Pope and Fitz’s love child in a sequel series. One fan on Threads created a whole plot casting Withers and One Battle After Another star…
Celebrity Gossip · March 12, 2026 · 1 min read
Kelly Clarkson reveals ‘lying’ ‘American Idol’ stiffed her on $1 million prize, new car
Kelly Clarkson brought up the topic while discussing Rob Rausch’s $220,800 winnings from Season 4 of “The Traitors” — which he revealed he still hasn’t received.
Celebrity Gossip · March 12, 2026 · 1 min read
Meghan Markle slammed for sky-high price of luxury retreat in Australia
Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle set to headline luxury women’s retreat in Australia with VIP tickets priced at $2,288.
Celebrity Gossip · March 12, 2026 · 1 min read
‘An Unforgettable Evening’ Benefitting The Women’s Cancer Research Fund red carpet: Kerry Washington, Sofia Vergara and more
Kerry Washington, Kyle Richards and more stars showed up in style for “An Unforgettable Evening” benefiting the Women’s Cancer Research Fund.
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Celebrity Gossip
‘Love Is Blind’ couple Christine and Vic slams ‘slimy’ co-star Chris Fusco for body-shaming comments
Mar 12 — “Love Is Blind” stars Christine and Vic chatted with our “Virtual Reali-Tea” co-hosts Danny Murphy and Evan Real about season 10. The couple discuss finding love in the pods, reunion drama and co-s…
Jack Osbourne names newborn baby after late dad Ozzy
Mar 12 — The Prince of Darkness passed away last July.
MVP CEO Pitches Jake Paul vs. Conor McGregor Boxing, MMA Fights
Mar 12 — Conor McGregor could be coming to not just a boxing ring near you, but also an Octagon … if Most Valuable Promotions CEO Nakisa Bidarian has his way, telling TMZ Sports it’s the "perfect idea!" B…
Love & Dating
People Who Stack Their Plates At Restaurants To Help The Servers Almost Always Have 11 Traits That Are Highly Rare Today
Mar 12 — Photo: SeventyFour | Shutterstock While some people use wait staff as scapegoats and don’t lead with empathy, people who stack their plates at restaurants to help the servers almost always have 11…
It’s Never too Late to Rewrite Your Happily Ever After
Mar 10 — It’s never too late to rewrite your happily ever after. Author, Laurie Collister shares her inspiring story on the podcast.
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Wrapping Up
That’s the tea for this day! Whether you’re happily single, coupled up, or somewhere weirdly in between, we hope you found something to make your heart (or cart) a little fuller.
We’ll be back tomorrow with more updates. Don’t forget to love yourself first. xoxo. 💋
