Sasha Obama’s Summer Job Isn’t What You’d Expect, and People Love it

The summer job is a rite of passage for most teens. Whether we’re working the fast food line or up-selling at our favorite mall store, we’ve all had to work those long, tiring hours on our feet while suffering from serious summer FOMO. This is clearly no different for the first family. While her sister Malia has been partying it up at Lollapalooza, the younger first daughter Sasha Obama has been working her butt off at a restaurant in Martha’s Vineyard, and news of her position has had people blowing up on Twitter.

Even still, people have been making cute jokes about the teen’s foray into the fast food industry.

Others still are noticing a little bit of a discrepancy between how Sasha and her sister are being treated in the media due to the differences in their summer activities.

One thing’s for sure — we think it’s pretty cool that President Obama’s teen daughters have been able to live their lives as normally as possible — and with Malia heading off to Harvard this fall and President Obama’s final term coming to an end, it’s clear that he and Michelle want to make sure their kids have a normal American kid experience.

What was your favorite summer job? Tell us @BritandCo!

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Color lovers are in for a treat this season as the best trending home decor hues lean heavily into moody jewel tones and nature-inspired hues. Espresso and burgundy and hints of gold – with a few earthy pastels in the mix – are brightening our neutral spaces and giving us a reason to love color again this season. Here are six moody, modern, and monochrome color trends to embrace this season and decorate your happy home.

Future Dusk

With warm colors dominating in recent years, dark moodier blues are creeping back in for us blue lovers. Trend forecaster WGSN's Color of the Year,Future Dusk, is moody with sense of mystery and escapism. It's like your dependable midnight blue, it manages to feel both familiar and futuristic, earthy and actually celestial, beautifully shown in this CB2 Cantar Blue Velvet Upholstered Queen Bed.

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Winton Dining Table

Lemieux et Cie

Roanne Renee Rug

Anthropologie

Liv Wood Lamp Base

Golden Yellow

Lemieux Et Cie

Darker shades like deep gold are adding drama and sophistication to interiors. Whether you opt for subtle buttery yellows (also on trend) or go bold with gold, yellow tones can brighten and elevate your space. Find this rich hue on accent walls, furniture, or accessories.

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West Elm

Cotton Velvet Blackout Curtain

Burgundy

Meredith Kleinman Design

Deep, rich reds are classic for the season and gracing our living spaces with stunning color. Use this color on kitchen cabinets (try Benjamin Moore Classic Burgundy) or your favorite furniture and decor.

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Interior Define

Maxwell Fabric Sofa By Apartment Therapy

Lulu and Georgia

Carmine Velvet Pillow

Earthy Greens

Gavin Cater

Married couple and design duo behind the Los Angeles design firm Bungalowe, Karan and Sapna Aggarwal, recently renovated their home in the Highland Park neighborhood of LA with this earthy green zellige tile as the accent color in an otherwise neutral home. (Check out their gorgeous home for rustic decor inspiration). Moss, olive, and deep greens like this one are making their way into homes that want to bring in some striking color.

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Ruggable

Taylor Washable Wool Rug

Espresso And Mocha

Nils Timm

These yummy colors are on the rise as a modern neutral. Amanda Leigh and Taylor Hahn of celeb-loved L.A. design firm House of Rolison were tasked with reimagining this 1950s Beverly Hills home in the coveted neighborhood for a modern era and chose chocolate and dark woody accents throughout. UK-based Graham & Brown announced its Color of the Year 2025: Elderton, a neutral toned brown inspired by nature. These versatile hues add a sense of warmth and earthiness, perfect for creating cozy, inviting spaces.

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Ferm Living

Mara Knotted Rug

Pottery Barn

Ozark Swivel Chair

Urban Outfitters

Sienna Checkered Stool

Earthy Pinks

Desenio

Earthy pinks like toffee, clay and mauve are softening up the rich jewel tone vibe in spaces like this Whimsical Wonderland Gallery Wall. Mixed with more saturated pinks it creates a stunning contrast for all your demure dreams.

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Lulu and Georgia

Kimber Linen Pillow

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The entire world fell in love with Pedro Pascal during The Last of Us and The Mandalorian, and even though we won't see him as Reed Richards in the Fantastic 4until next summer, there is PLENTY of content to go around. He's always fangirling over someone's nails or hyping up his family, and Connie Nielsen explaining how Pedro made her feel special on the Gladiator 2 set makes me love him even more (which I didn't know was possible).

Keep reading to see what Connie Nielsen had to say about working with Pedro Pascal on Gladiator 2. TBH, It just might restore your faith in men.

Gladiator 2 follows Paul Mescal's Lucius, who's determined to bring down General Acacius (Pedro Pascal), who he considers responsible for his loss. Connie plays Pedro's onscreen wife Lucilla, and when asked what it was like to share scenes with him, she reveals she felt "really feminine around him."

"He's a protector in a way, and I'm not always used to that," she tells Good Morning America. "So it was kind of special to have that feeling that he was a guy who's protective and kind and just [a] very loving kind of person."

The actress also spilled on how "you can just tell he has this joy and, at the same time, you can also sense that he's been through stuff that's been hard and I just really love a person who responds to what has been hard in life with joy."

Pedro Pascal has been vocal about his family fleeing Chile in the 1970s, and how his parents had to "go into hiding for about six months," and it's clear Connie's proud of the man he's become. "He doesn't become caustic or, you know, entitled," she continues. "He's the least entitled man, always nice to everyone on set. Just a sweetheart of a guy."

Is someone cutting onions?!

For his part, Pedro loved working with Connie too, and, when asked what it was like working together, Pedro immediately responds with, "Power couple."

"We just dove right in," he continues, joking that he "made sure Connie understood that I was her man."

Pedro Pascal always seems to have an encouraging comment or joke ready to make everyone laugh, and revealed to Entertainment Weekly that during an intense battle scene, he actually tripped and landed at Paul Mescal's feet.

"I was running off the drawbridge, and they kind of dressed it with some dust so that when it slams against the fortified wall, there's a big puff of smoke," he says. "And I'm charging off the drawbridge and jumping over the wall, and I slip. I literally bounce off the drawbridge on my —ss and land splat in front of Paul's feet on the first take." Naturally, he followed up with, "Are you not entertained?"

Are you excited to see Connie Nielsen and Pedro Pascal in Gladiator 2? If you're still thinking about the Roman Empire, read up on what What Paul Mescal Had To Say About Gladiator 3.

Home is a haven. We all spend so much time in our home every day, whether we work from home or just start and end our days there. Because we spend so much time in our homes, they should be as comfortable as possible and as smart. We've rounded handpicked incredible products, each designed to make your home look and feel as comfortable as possible or to add ease to every room with smart gadgets. Make your home the haven you deserve with these curated products.

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Keep the Bathroom Cozy With This Towel Warmer

Amazon

Unlike the towel warmers you've seen before, these towel warming bars are useful whether they're heating or not. Even if you have the warming feature turned on, these bars work as a handy storage rack.

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Add the Viral Samsung Frame to Your Home

Amazon

The internet has long loved the Samsung Frame and we don't blame them. The TV doesn't just give you incredible 4K QLED views, but it also looks like elegant, museum-style art when you're not using it.

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This Folding Sofa Bed Is Great for Smaller Spaces

Amazon

Whether you add this to a kid's playroom or you use it in your studio apartment, this stylish folding sofa bed won't take up too much space but adds tons of style and a bit of color to the room.

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This Device Keeps Your Fridge Fresher Longer

Amazon

Believe it or not, this brilliant smart device can help keep the food in your fridge fresher for longer. The device removes bacteria load, reduces odors, and even works with Alexa or Google Home to keep up with your fridge.

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This Smart Faucet Is Touch-Free

Amazon

The busier the kitchen is, the better this smart faucet is. The extendable, commercial-style faucet allows you to wave a hand and instantly turn the water on or off, which is great for multitasking.

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These Outdoor Wall Sconces Add Elegance

Amazon

These lanterns are a waterproof dream, designed to elevate your outdoor space with minimal work. The lights offer a bit of a modern touch to your front or back porch when you install them.

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This Bathroom Organizing Shelf Keeps You Organized

Amazon

This shelving unit is modern and sleek and looks fantastic above your toilet. The shelf is easy to install and offers shelves, hooks, and a large drawer to tidily fit all your bathroom essentials.

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This Electric Salt and Pepper Set Is a One-Handed Wonder

Amazon

You only need one hand to operate these handy, modern electric grinders. These allow you to easily and quickly season your recipes or the plate of food on your table. They're battery-operated and easy to adjust.

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These Smart Lights Work Under Your Cabinets

Amazon

These puck lights adhere to the underside of your cabinets, shedding light right where you need it. Control the color, warmth, and brightness with the handy app to customize your lighting.

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This Smart Oven From Breville Is Bite-Sized

Amazon

The best thing about this smart oven is that it's compact to help you preserve your precious counter space. The versatile oven offers you eight different cooking functions for quick and easy meals.

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This Ergonomic Desk Chair Is Modern and Sleek

Amazon

The tufted pleather of this desk chair makes it look timeless, but the shape and the ergonomic technology give it the most comfortable touch of modernity. It's great for work-from-homers.

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Keep Up With Everything With the Echo Hub

Amazon

Extend the Alexa ecosystem in your home or welcome it into your house for the first time with the Hub. The tool allows you to keep track of everyone's schedules, your grocery lists, and even lets you stream music and shows.

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This Smart Kettle Makes Tea Time the Best Time

Amazon

Whether you're a tea drinker or a coffee fanatic, this Govee smart kettle makes your life easier. Control the kettle with the app and keep it at the perfect temperature, start it up while you're still in bed, or turn it off when you forget.

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This Smart Bidet Does It All

Amazon

Bring the modern into your bathroom with this smart bidet toilet. This addition to your home keeps you clean, warms you up, deodorizes, and even cleans itself to make your life as easy as possible.

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These Dining Chairs Are Modern and Fun

Amazon

These gorgeous chairs are a nod to mid-century modern styles, but the material makes them read as truly modern. The slightly transparent look is so different and exciting and adds some fun to your dining room.

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This Adorable Alarm Adds Modern Charm

Amazon

Add something a little different to your home with this home-shaped alarm. The beautiful gadget uses bright LED lights to display the time clearly across the side of the sweet house.

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This Blink Camera Works Inside or Out

Amazon

The Blink security camera is a compact, powerful device that helps you keep track of everything happening inside or outside your house. The two-year battery life means you don't have to worry about recharges.

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Create a Beautiful Nightscape With This Govee Light

Amazon

This beautiful Govee smart light allows you to create a gorgeous setting for the party or your bedtime routine. Easily control it using the same app that all your other favorite Govee lights run on.

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This Mid-Century Modern Chair Is So Comfy

Amazon

Not all beautiful furniture is comfortable, but this MCM armchair manages to be both. The chair has supportive, thick cushions and a sturdy wood base designed for all the lounging your heart desires.

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Keep Your Home Cozy With This Dehumidifier

Amazon

Control the temperature and humidity of your home with this smart dehumidifier. The app means you can control the climate of your home even when you're gone, which is great for plant parents!

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Shed Some Light With These Rechargeable Lamps

Amazon

These dimming lamps are elegant, simple, and really useful. Because these don't need to be plugged in, you can't put them anywhere in the house, casting light right where you need it.

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This Coffee Table Is Beautiful and Simplistic

Amazon

Add some storage to your living room with this gorgeous coffee table. The table itself is simple, but the white washed oak and iron bands give it just a bit of a modern twist.

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Make Delicious Pizzas With This Oven

Amazon

This gas and propane pizza oven allows you to create delicious, handcrafted pizza pies in your own backyard. The oven is easy to set up and even easier to use, making it a great option for parties and holidays.

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Upgrade Your Home With the Echo Show 8

Amazon

This newest model of Amazon's famous Echo Show is a brilliant way to make your life simpler. Keep up with everyone's schedules, get help with dinner recipes, and even make a video call with this gadget.

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Elevate Your Home Office With This Desk

Amazon

The lines of this desk are bold and solid, and the hairpin legs bring a little dimension to your office. This sturdy, wooden desk is bare bones, but something about that adds to the elegance.

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This Wireless Meat Thermometer Saves Your Cooks

Amazon

Don't worry about over or under-cooking your meats with this wireless thermometer. This awesome gadget lets you remotely keep an eye on whatever you have baking, grilling, or roasting.

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This Gold Shelf Is Timeless

Amazon

Sure, this golden shelf is a timeless color and shape, but the strangely stacked shelves add a bit of modern to the storage unit. Display your favorite knick-knacks or store your beloved books on this shelf.

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This Sleeper Sofa Is a Modern Dream

Amazon

This beautiful sofa is hiding a secret; it's a sleeper sofa. You can pull the sofa out and lie it flat, giving your guests a comfortable and beautiful place to sleep when you host parties or family gatherings.

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Turn Anything Smart With These Plugs

Amazon

These Kasa smart plugs allow you to turn practically anything into a smart device. You can control lights, electronics, and more with the Kasa app or your favorite voice-activated assistant.

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These Side Tables Add Some Fun Industrial Style

Amazon

A really modern take on decor is combining multiple styles. This side table is a little industrial and would look amazing paired with some mid-century style or a style that's totally sleek and modern.

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Minimize Your Food Waste With This Composter

Amazon

This brilliant countertop composter helps you to turn that food waste into delicious, nutritious food for your plants. The gadget is easy to use and walks you through every step of the process.

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This Console Table Offers Elegant Storage

Amazon

Add storage to your living room with this beautiful console table. The table fits perfectly behind your sofa, looking beautiful and elegant while offering you a place to add decoration or storage.

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Organize Your Pantry With These Containers

Amazon

These no-mess, clear containers help you get everything organized and tidy in your pantry with their sturdy bodies and universal lids. With just a peek, you can see what you're running out of before you head to the store.

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Elevate Your Entryway With This Side Table

Amazon

This half-moon table brings a little warmth and some helpful storage to your entryway. The modern design is elegant and timeless, working beautifully with all your existing decor pieces.

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Customize Your Lighting With These Govee Lights

Amazon

These Hexa light panels from Govee are a really great way to modernize your gaming room, a bedroom, or even the living room. Each panel can be completely customized to create beautiful, bold lighting for any occasion.

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Take Cleaner Breaths With This Purifier

Amazon

This smart air purifier removes dust, pollen, and smoke from the air you breathe. It works in a room up to 1076 square feet, making it a great buy for cleansing even the largest of houses.

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This Beautiful TV Stand Looks Elegant In Your Living Room

Amazon

Turn your TV display into an attention-grabbing centerpiece with this beautiful mid-century modern console. The furniture has plenty of storage space and adds elegance to your living room.

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You're Going to Love Lounging on This Sectional

Amazon

This brilliant sectional comes in at an affordable price, allowing you to enjoy the comfort and support of a sectional without sacrificing on the modern style that you love and are aiming for.

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Make Streaming an Experience With This Govee Light

Amazon

This small Govee light allows you to create an entire viewing experience every time you stream. The interactive light uses a camera to customize itself to every new scene on the screen.

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This Ceiling Fan Works With Any Decor

Amazon

Whether you're styling modern or famous or something else entirely, this smart light fixture works with your decor. Use the app to adjust the brightness of the light of the speed of the fan.

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This Rechargeable Soap Dispenser Can Be Refilled

Amazon

Refill this foaming soap dispenser with your favorite soaps and let it dispense the perfect amount with every use. No more wasting soap and no more kiddos making a mess with the pump.

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With This Coffee Table, Your Office Can Be Anywhere

Amazon

The best thing about this coffee table is that you can bring the top up to you, creating a clear desktop. Whether you live in a small space or just want to be able to change up your office space, this coffee table is a must-have.

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Lift Any Blinds With the Touch of a Button

Amazon

The SwitchBot is a brilliant smart device that allows you to shed a little light in any room with the touch of a button. The setup is simple and quick, and the results are incredible and super modern.

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This Sideboard Is a Timeless Piece

Amazon

The texture, shape, and material of this sideboard make it a modern piece, but a sideboard itself is so timeless. This is the perfect blend of old and new for your home for decades to come.

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This Is More Than Just a Planter

Amazon

Sure, planters are awesome, but what's even better is a planter that's actually an air purifier. This beautiful gadget is smart without letting any of your guests know just how smart it really is.

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