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AvatarKaitlin Gates

Kaitlin is a freelance multimedia journalist with a background in newspaper and broadcasting. She has a degree in journalism and psychology, enjoys writing, editing, animals, music and movies/TV. Along with Simplemost, she also writes for Don't Waste Your Money, where she covers deals and new products. When she's not writing, you can usually find her on her yoga mat, whipping up a new vegetarian dish or at a wine tasting with friends. You can email her at [email protected] or find her on Facebook at Facebook.com/KaitlinGatesWrites.
Tina Turner sits down for an interview with NBC News in 1984.

This new Tina Turner Barbie doll is simply the best

October 14, 2022October 18, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates | Last updated on 10/18/2022

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Read moreThis new Tina Turner Barbie doll is simply the best

The Shark FlexStyle hairstyling tool is shown with its attachments.

Shark’s new FlexStyle multi-styling and drying hair tool is out—here’s how it performs

October 14, 2022October 13, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

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Read moreShark’s new FlexStyle multi-styling and drying hair tool is out—here’s how it performs

Kellogg’s just launched an Elf on the Shelf ‘cooling’ cereal

October 13, 2022October 13, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

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Read moreKellogg’s just launched an Elf on the Shelf ‘cooling’ cereal

This back-massaging cushion turns your couch, chair or floor into a massage chair

October 10, 2022October 10, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

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Read moreThis back-massaging cushion turns your couch, chair or floor into a massage chair

Hazelnut Cocoa Milano cookies

Pepperidge Farm is holiday-ready with its new Hazelnut Hot Cocoa Milano cookies

October 7, 2022October 6, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

If you’re ready to say goodbye to pumpkin spice and hello to holiday flavors, Pepperidge Farm’s latest cookie will have you daydreaming of snowy weather …

Read morePepperidge Farm is holiday-ready with its new Hazelnut Hot Cocoa Milano cookies

Neck and shoulder relaxer

This neck and shoulder relaxer gets rave reviews—and it’s on sale

October 6, 2022October 6, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

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Read moreThis neck and shoulder relaxer gets rave reviews—and it’s on sale

McDonald's Halloween Happy Meal Boo Buckets

McDonald’s classic Halloween Happy Meal Boo Buckets are returning

October 6, 2022October 7, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

If you’re hungry for a dose of Halloween nostalgia, McDonald’s is delivering the goods. Weeks after rumors began to spread on social media, the fast-food …

Read moreMcDonald’s classic Halloween Happy Meal Boo Buckets are returning

Players playing new Uno card game

Uno unveils new game with rules for up to 16 players

October 6, 2022October 5, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

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Read moreUno unveils new game with rules for up to 16 players

A Halloween animatronic called the Root of Evil stands on a person's porch.

10 Halloween animatronics on Amazon that will freak out your guests

October 5, 2022October 5, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

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Read more10 Halloween animatronics on Amazon that will freak out your guests

Reese’s new Big Cup is a giant peanut butter cup stuffed with Reese’s Puffs cereal

October 5, 2022October 4, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

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Read moreReese’s new Big Cup is a giant peanut butter cup stuffed with Reese’s Puffs cereal

Halloween spider decorations will give your house a creepy-crawly feel

October 3, 2022October 3, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

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Read moreHalloween spider decorations will give your house a creepy-crawly feel

This portable facial humidifier could combat dry skin as winter looms

October 3, 2022September 30, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

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Read moreThis portable facial humidifier could combat dry skin as winter looms

Snickerdoodle Oreos packaging

Snickerdoodle Oreos with cinnamon creme will be on store shelves ahead of the holidays

September 30, 2022September 30, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

We may still be a few months away from the holiday season, but Oreo is launching a new cookie flavor that will give you all …

Read moreSnickerdoodle Oreos with cinnamon creme will be on store shelves ahead of the holidays

M&M’s is introducing a Purple candy character—its first new hue in 10 years

September 29, 2022January 24, 2023 by Kaitlin Gates

M&M’s is introducing a new character for the first time in a decade, but you probably won’t see the new hue in your next bag …

Read moreM&M’s is introducing a Purple candy character—its first new hue in 10 years

Figurines in McDonald's adult Happy Meal

McDonald’s is making a Happy Meal for adults

September 28, 2022September 30, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

Ask just about anyone and they’ll remember with fond nostalgia how exciting it was to get a McDonald’s Happy Meal as a kid and see …

Read moreMcDonald’s is making a Happy Meal for adults

Hocus Pocus Yahtzee game

You can now get a Hocus Pocus-themed Yahtzee game

September 27, 2022September 27, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

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Read moreYou can now get a Hocus Pocus-themed Yahtzee game

Baskin-Robbins' new ghost pepper ice cream

Baskin Robbins’ latest ice cream flavor is made with ghost peppers

September 27, 2022October 14, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates | Last updated on 10/14/2022

Baskin-Robbins is kicking off the Halloween season with a new ice cream flavor that offers a bit of a treat and a trick. New Spicy …

Read moreBaskin Robbins’ latest ice cream flavor is made with ghost peppers

Dolly Parton performs at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

These fantastic Dolly Parton license plates support Imagination Library

September 23, 2022September 23, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

While many personalized license plates can be chalked up to simple shows of vanity, one that’s offered to Tennessee drivers is a notch above the …

Read moreThese fantastic Dolly Parton license plates support Imagination Library

Sonic Drive-In's new Fried Cookie Dough Bites come with a small ice cream for dipping.

Sonic’s new Fried Cookie Dough Bites come with a cup of ice cream for dipping

September 23, 2022September 23, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

A fast-food restaurant known for its burgers probably isn’t the first place you’d think to find chocolate chip cookies, but Sonic’s newest menu item might …

Read moreSonic’s new Fried Cookie Dough Bites come with a cup of ice cream for dipping

Spiderman costume

This Spiderman costume for adults will have you posing as your friendly neighborhood wall-crawler

September 23, 2022September 23, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

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Read moreThis Spiderman costume for adults will have you posing as your friendly neighborhood wall-crawler

Beer advent calendar at Sam's Club

Sam’s Club’s boozy advent calendars are already hitting store shelves

September 21, 2022September 21, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

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Read moreSam’s Club’s boozy advent calendars are already hitting store shelves

Fisher-Price made an ‘E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial’ Little People set for the movie’s 40th anniversary

September 21, 2022September 23, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

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Read moreFisher-Price made an ‘E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial’ Little People set for the movie’s 40th anniversary

Starbucks glow in the dark mugs, cups

Starbucks has fun new glow-in-the-dark Halloween drinkware

September 21, 2022September 23, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

Following this year’s launch of its famous Pumpkin Spice Latte, Starbucks is keeping the fall fun going with a brand new Halloween glow-in-the-dark merchandise collection! …

Read moreStarbucks has fun new glow-in-the-dark Halloween drinkware

Lucille Ball

You can now get a Little Golden Book about Lucille Ball

September 21, 2022September 20, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

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Read moreYou can now get a Little Golden Book about Lucille Ball

The hands-free Vertiroller can help relieve muscle soreness

September 21, 2022September 20, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

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Read moreThe hands-free Vertiroller can help relieve muscle soreness

Old Bay Caramel Seasoning is a sweet and salty mix for popcorn, ice cream and more

September 20, 2022September 20, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

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Read moreOld Bay Caramel Seasoning is a sweet and salty mix for popcorn, ice cream and more

Krispy Kreme 2022 fall doughnut collection.

Krispy Kreme’s ‘Autumn Orchard’ doughnut collection includes all of your favorite fall flavors

September 20, 2022September 19, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

The official start of fall is just days away, and Krispy Kreme is celebrating with a new doughnut collection that’s as seasonal as cardigans and …

Read moreKrispy Kreme’s ‘Autumn Orchard’ doughnut collection includes all of your favorite fall flavors

This caramel apple sangria recipe will be your go-to for fall celebrations

September 15, 2022September 15, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

If you’re looking for an easy and delicious fall drink to enjoy this season, look no further than this caramel apple sangria cocktail! The caramel …

Read moreThis caramel apple sangria recipe will be your go-to for fall celebrations

New Baileys S’mores features flavors of toasted marshmallows, graham crackers and chocolate

September 15, 2022September 14, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

While s’mores are traditionally a summer treat, Baileys’ newest liqueur flavor will have you counting down the days until you can create a campfire to …

Read moreNew Baileys S’mores features flavors of toasted marshmallows, graham crackers and chocolate

Lunchables now has gummy candy versions of their cracker stackers and pizza kits

September 14, 2022September 14, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

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Read moreLunchables now has gummy candy versions of their cracker stackers and pizza kits

31 Nights of Halloween on Freeform includes The Simpsons, ‘Hocus Pocus’ and a Tim Burton Day

September 12, 2022September 13, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

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Read more31 Nights of Halloween on Freeform includes The Simpsons, ‘Hocus Pocus’ and a Tim Burton Day

A memory foam pillow for neck and shoulder pain could improve your sleep

September 12, 2022September 12, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

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Read moreA memory foam pillow for neck and shoulder pain could improve your sleep

Elton John

Elton John dedicated ‘Don’t Let The Sun Go Down on Me’ to Queen Elizabeth

September 9, 2022September 9, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

Elton John paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth II at a concert in Toronto last night, dedicating “Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me” to …

Read moreElton John dedicated ‘Don’t Let The Sun Go Down on Me’ to Queen Elizabeth

These children’s Halloween costumes on Amazon are reasonably priced and have great reviews

September 9, 2022September 9, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

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Read moreThese children’s Halloween costumes on Amazon are reasonably priced and have great reviews

Krispy Kreme ChurrDough churro donuts

Krispy Kreme has 3 new ChurrDough doughnuts inspired by churros

September 7, 2022September 7, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

Just weeks after releasing their pumpkin spice collection, Krispy Kreme is at it again, this time with three new cinnamon-sugary treats. Krispy Kreme’s new ChurrDough …

Read moreKrispy Kreme has 3 new ChurrDough doughnuts inspired by churros

Angry Orchard’s Baked Apple Pie Cider is like a sip of fall

September 7, 2022September 6, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

Is there anything better than the smell of freshly baked apple pie on a crisp fall morning? Maybe not usually, but this fall, Angry Orchard …

Read moreAngry Orchard’s Baked Apple Pie Cider is like a sip of fall

Welcome the coming season with one of these fall wreaths

September 2, 2022September 2, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

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Read moreWelcome the coming season with one of these fall wreaths

Dolly Parton with dog for Doggy Parton line

Dolly Parton just launched a ‘Doggy Parton’ pet apparel line on Amazon

September 1, 2022September 6, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

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Read moreDolly Parton just launched a ‘Doggy Parton’ pet apparel line on Amazon

PetSmart's Hocus Pocus line

PetSmart’s new Halloween collection has ‘Hocus Pocus’-themed fun for cats and dogs

September 1, 2022September 1, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

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Read morePetSmart’s new Halloween collection has ‘Hocus Pocus’-themed fun for cats and dogs

You can soon get Thin Mints-flavored pita chips—and support Girl Scouts of the USA

August 31, 2022August 31, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

If you’re looking to get your Girl Scout cookie fix in the off-season, there’s a new treat hitting store shelves that should tide you over. …

Read moreYou can soon get Thin Mints-flavored pita chips—and support Girl Scouts of the USA

These new Halloween hot chocolate bombs are in the shape of skulls

August 30, 2022September 27, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates | Last updated on 09/27/2022

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Read moreThese new Halloween hot chocolate bombs are in the shape of skulls

You can win a Blizzard-scented pillow collection from Dairy Queen

August 30, 2022August 30, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

The only thing better than fall flavors is fall scents, and this season, you’ll find some seasonal scents from a place you might not expect: …

Read moreYou can win a Blizzard-scented pillow collection from Dairy Queen

Starbucks PSL: pumpkin spice latte

Starbucks’ Pumpkin Spice Latte returns with other fall treats

August 29, 2022August 29, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

The news you’ve been waiting for since last fall is finally here: Starbuck’s Pumpkin Spice Latte is officially returning Aug. 30! Back for its 19th …

Read moreStarbucks’ Pumpkin Spice Latte returns with other fall treats

Oscar Mayer releases hot dog-flavored popsicle with ‘mustard’

August 26, 2022August 26, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

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Read moreOscar Mayer releases hot dog-flavored popsicle with ‘mustard’

Barbie's Madam CJ Walker doll is shown.

Hair care magnate Madam C.J. Walker joins Barbie’s Inspiring Women series

August 25, 2022August 24, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

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Read moreHair care magnate Madam C.J. Walker joins Barbie’s Inspiring Women series

Stay Puft Halloween inflatable

This 25-foot-tall Stay Puft Marshmallow Man inflatable will tower over your house

August 24, 2022October 26, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates | Last updated on 10/26/2022

If you live by the motto “The bigger the better” when setting up Halloween decorations, there’s a new “Ghostbusters” inflatable you’ll want to add to …

Read moreThis 25-foot-tall Stay Puft Marshmallow Man inflatable will tower over your house

A Jack Russell terrier dog steals a pink doughnut from a plate.

Krispy Kreme is selling special doughnuts for dogs for a very limited time

August 23, 2022August 26, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

Krispy Kreme is serving doughnuts for dogs for a very special occasion. The chain will start serving these treats on Aug. 26 in celebration of …

Read moreKrispy Kreme is selling special doughnuts for dogs for a very limited time

Dash’s air fryer has more than 20K 5-star reviews on Amazon—and it’s on sale right now

August 22, 2022August 22, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

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Read moreDash’s air fryer has more than 20K 5-star reviews on Amazon—and it’s on sale right now

A Taco Bell restaurant is shown from the outside.

Taco Bell testing new plant-based meat alternative for possible nationwide rollout

August 19, 2022August 19, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

Taco Bell has long been one of the most vegetarian-friendly fast-food restaurants, and now, the Tex-Mex chain is testing a new plant-based protein as another …

Read moreTaco Bell testing new plant-based meat alternative for possible nationwide rollout

Hocus Pocus 2 candles

Fill your home with bewitching scents with these ‘Hocus Pocus 2’ candles

August 18, 2022August 18, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

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Read moreFill your home with bewitching scents with these ‘Hocus Pocus 2’ candles

Even Goldfish are getting the pumpkin spice treatment with new Dunkin’ collaboration

August 18, 2022August 18, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

It’s officially pumpkin spice season and this year, Dunkin’ is taking it up a notch with a product that is a bit outside the chain’s …

Read moreEven Goldfish are getting the pumpkin spice treatment with new Dunkin’ collaboration

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