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After five long years, the Transformers franchise is finally heading back to theaters with the release of "Transformers: Rise of the Beasts" on June 9. The new movie, which marks the seventh film in the franchise, stars Anthony Ramos ("In the Heights") as an electronics expert and Dominique Fishback ("Swarm") as an artifact researcher who both get unexpectedly thrust into "a '90s globetrotting adventure" with the Autobots and Decepticons. "Rise of the Beasts" will introduce not only a new set of human characters but new Transformers factions as well, known as the Maximals, the Predacons, and the Terrorcons. These aliens can turn into robotic animals, and while we've seen these types of Transformers in the '90s "Beast Wars" cartoon, we're just now getting to witness them in live-action form. "There are different breeds of Transformers," director Steven Caple Jr. told The Hollywood Reporter. "In our particular film, they are prehistoric animals who travel through time and space, and we find them here on Earth." According to People, these new Transformers are voiced by major stars like Ron Perlman, Pete Davidson, and Michelle Yeoh. Since it's been 15 years since the first Transformers movie premiered in 2007, here's a recap of the other films to help you prepare for "Rise of the Beasts." How Many Transformers Movies Are There? "Transformers" (2007) "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen" (2009) "Transformers: Dark of the Moon" (2011) "Transformers: Age of Extinction" (2014) "Transformers: The Last Knight" (2017) "Bumblebee" (2018) "Transformers: Rise of the Beasts" (2023) Transformers Movies in Order 1. "Transformers" When their homeworld, Cybertron, is destroyed due to a civil war with the Decepticons, the Autobots head to Earth in search of the AllSpark, which is the source of all Cybertronian life, in hopes of using it to restore their planet before the Decepticons can use it for evil. They find out the coordinates of the AllSpark's location were imprinted on Archibald Witwicky's glasses, which are now in the hands of his great-great-grandson Sam Witwicky (Shia LaBeouf). He's an average high-school student who gets wrapped up in the Transformers' civil war when he purchases his first car - a 1976 Chevrolet Camaro - that is secretly the Autobot Bumblee in disguise. 2. "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen" Sam is now a college student who's trying to live a normal life. However, when he begins to see Cybertronian symbols everywhere he goes, he's thrown into action once again when he becomes targeted by the Decepticons, who think the symbols in Sam's mind will lead them to an Energon-producing Star Harvester that will help them raise an army. 3. "Transformers: Dark of the Moon" After graduating college and moving in with his new girlfriend, Carly Spencer (Rosie Huntington-Whiteley), Sam gets caught up in another battle between the Transformers when the Decepticons rage war against the Autobots once again. This time, Optimus Prime plans to revive the Autobots' old leader, Sentinel Prime, to help them win. However, chaos ensues when he betrays the Autobots. 4. "Transformers: Age of Extinction" The events of "Dark of the Moon" have led humanity to believe that all Transformers are a threat, so they create a task force to hunt them all down. They partner up with a Cybertronian bounty hunter named Lockdown (who's working for an alien race known as the Creators) in order to take down Optimus Prime, who goes into hiding with the rest of his team as a result. He's later discovered by an inventor named Cade Yeager (Mark Wahlberg) and his daughter Tessa (Nicola Peltz Beckham), who help the Autobots in their fight against Lockdown. 5. "Transformers: The Last Knight" Since humans continue to hunt down Transformers, Cade goes into hiding after taking in several Transformer refugees. However, when he meets a dying Transformer who gives him a mysterious Talisman, he becomes targeted by Decepticons and the US government, who plan on using the Talisman to locate Merlin's staff, which is an ancient Transformer weapon. 6. "Bumblebee" "Bumblebee," which acts as a prequel to the Transformers films, begins with the Autobots trying to evacuate Cybertron. However, when they're stopped by the Decepticons, Optimus Prime sends Bumblebee to Earth to scout the planet in hopes of making it their new base of operations. Things go wrong when Bumblebee is attacked by the Decepticon Blitzwig, who breaks his voice box and erases his memories. After defeating Blitzwig, Bumblebee meets a teenage girl named Charlie (Hailee Steinfeld), who helps him regain his memories and defend Earth from the Decepticons. 7. "Transformers: Rise of the Beasts" "Transformers: Rise of the Beasts" will introduce three new groups of Transformers called the Maximals, Predacons, and Terrorcons, who join the war between the Autobots and Decepticons on Earth. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the film was inspired by "Beast Wars," which was a Transformers cartoon during the '90s.

Roo Powell's day probably looks a lot different from yours. For starters, it often involves pretending to be someone else. She starts out by setting up at an Airbnb, one that has already been staged so that most of the bedrooms look like a child lives and sleeps there. The rooms are often painted bright colors, like purple or blue, with fake gymnastics trophies and plush toys in the background. And when it's time to clock in, Powell doesn't sign on to her email or hop on Zoom for a team meeting. "The first thing you do is you open up your phone and you send a good morning text to all the predators who demand it," Powell tells POPSUGAR in an exclusive interview. Powell is the founder of SOSA, Safe From Online Sex Abuse, a nonprofit that raises awareness about and combats online child sex abuse and exploitation. She works with a dedicated team and law enforcement who work undercover to catch child predators and get them off the internet and into jail, which you can watch take place on the Investigation Discovery (ID) show "Underage Undercover." "From the moment we get up to when we go to sleep, it's [about] acquiescing to all of these requests, not just for the sake of it, but because we need to gauge how dangerous they are. We need to figure out their identities," Powell explains. View this post on Instagram A post shared by SOSA (@sosatogether) SOSA uses decoys, like Powell, and other of-age staffers to pose as underaged girls. They text, call, and sometimes even video chat predators in the hopes of getting them to agree to a meet up where police can arrest them. Doing this kind of work can be draining, Powell admits. "When we're in it, we're in it 16 hours a day. We're communicating around the clock, and we're being bombarded with objectification and abusive language and imagery, and just all these things that - thank God we're receiving - but they're meant for kids," she says. "I consider the mental health of my team all the time," Powell continues. "It's always: 'do you need a break? Do you need to bail? Do you need to stop?' There's no wrong answer." "I started SOSA because I know what it's like to feel like you can't tell someone when something is wrong." But sometimes, the days can feel too tough to process. "The hardest days on the job is when we are are talking to a known perpetrator and we know that they have direct access to kids," Powell says, recalling an episode in season two where she and her team caught someone who works with foster kids for a living. When Powell sat down with him as herself in an interrogation room after his arrest, the predator admitted, "I am who I protect kids from." Powell reiterates it was "a hard day for the team." Still, Powell reassures me that the mental and emotional challenges of the job are worth it. For her, the motivation goes all the way back to her first time experiencing predatory behavior. Powell was 13 at a family friend's picnic, and she'd recently gone through a growth spurt. Her mom's best friend's husband took notice and jokingly made a comment about taking her out on a date while the other men around him laughed and drank beer. "I remember feeling so embarrassed and so ashamed, and like I couldn't say anything because, of course, this is this person that I've known my whole life," Powell says. "At the time, I really was trying to excuse their behavior." But as she sat with it, this feeling of shame lingered and so did the fear of telling someone and having them question what she did to "invite that kind of behavior." That's the same kind of feeling many children who fall victim to online predators experience. "I started SOSA because I know what it's like to feel like you can't tell someone when something is wrong," Powell says. "It's hard to explain, and you don't want to be blamed. And you don't want to feel ashamed or gross. And you don't even want to admit that like maybe you liked one of the compliments in a string of gross things to say." In working in this line of business, Powell has also witnessed the ways in which predatory behavior has evolved. "Now we see that predators don't have to be anywhere near a kid in order to be abusing them," she says. And because of that, those online predators can be even harder to hold accountable. View this post on Instagram A post shared by SOSA (@sosatogether) Her best piece of advice for parents is to keep an open mind when it comes to navigating online safety with your kids. "I think that parents need to understand that it can permeate on any single platform," she says. Just because your kid doesn't have Snapchat or their Instagram is private does not mean necessarily that they're less susceptible to predatory behavior. As she puts it: "It's any platform where two people can communicate." She has seen it on coloring-book apps, gaming apps, Words With Friends, and even FitBit. And you can't plan to take away every app with a communication feature. But what you can do is create a relationship with them that isn't super reactive. For example, think about if your kid(s) were to break a vase. "If immediately I'm like, 'How could you break this vase?' - if I'm going off the rails, flying off the handle because of something that in the grand scheme means nothing, how are they going to think that I'm going to respond if there's a predator talking to them online?" Powell says. They're likely going to be scared that you'll take away their privileges and dish out other punishments. But in instances of dealing with predatory behavior, she emphasizes that it's important to be "more supportive and less punitive." In order to do that, you yourself as a parent, sibling, friend, or cool aunt or uncle should become as knowledgable as possible about the ways in which predatory behavior is occurring today. That could mean watching "Undercover Underage," reaching out to SOSA to learn more, or joining a support group for other parents and caregivers. "I think that every kid deserves a safe adult to share stuff with," Powell says. "And the only way that kids and teens can have a safe adult is if we all know what's happening online." Powell personally makes it a point to talk openly about online safety and predatory behavior in her house. For example, she's taught her kids that safe adults will never ask a child for help. So if somebody approaches them (online or IRL) and asks them to help them find their puppy or do something for them because it would be a big help, that's not right. "They don't need to ask you that. They can just go to the next adult," she tells her girls. Powell also emphasizes that this shouldn't be a one-time conversation, but rather an ongoing dialogue. You wouldn't just have the sex talk once, she says. The same goes for online safety in her house - whether it's a conversation about who it's safe to text or why a certain app is on parental mode. "Ultimately, my girls know that I trust them and they also trust me to help them if they're faced with a bad situation. They know that Mom's in their corner," Powell says. And that's all you can really hope for as parents. New episodes of "Undercover Underage" air Mondays at 9/8c on ID and stream on Max.

Watch out, asymmetrical mirrors and dinosaur chicken nugget pillows - a new home-decor trend is coming for your spotlight. Glass purse-shaped flower vases are popping up left and right on TikTok these days, and it's easy to see why Amazon shoppers can't stop slamming that "add to cart" button. Designed to resemble mini shopping totes or handbags, the transparent sculptures boast a charming vintage aesthetic and look undeniably chic with any seasonal blooms nestled inside, whether you prefer tulips or hydrangeas. Clear seems to be the most popular choice, but if you're craving a pop of color, there are also blue and pink versions available. The vases have long been available on Amazon among the retailer's plethora of quirky finds, but they really started going viral once the Amazon Home TikTok account reposted a video about them earlier this year. Since then, dozens of creators have purchased and promoted the floral containers on the app, with some even making theirs double as a small aquarium. Seeing as this is an Amazon product we're talking about here, there are numerous options to choose from, but we did the detective work for you and scoped out the top-rated glass purse vases on the website. Shop our picks ahead, and keep reading to see how TikTokers have styled the fashionable decor pieces at home. Related: 10 Indoor Planters and Pots to Liven Up Your Space

If you're like us, you can't stop thinking about "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse." The movie, which was released June 2, follows Miles Morales (one of hundreds of Spider-people spread across the multiverse) as he deals with the consequences of his heroics in the first movie - namely, his accidental creation of the villain Spot. "Across the Spider-Verse" has a sprawling cast that includes favorites from the first film, like Gwen Stacy and Peter B. Parker, plus new heroes like Jessica Drew's Spider-Woman, Miguel O'Hara, Spider-Punk, and Spider-Byte. The sequel, "Beyond the Spider-Verse," will hit theaters next year, but if that feels way, way too far off, you can bring the Spider-Verse alive every day with some merch. There are both official and fan-made shirts that show off your favorite Spider-Verse hero, no matter what age you are. There are action figures and Funko Pops to play with, or display in your bedroom or office. There are tons of stickers to deck out your tech or water bottles with. And if you want to dive into some of the comics that inspired the movie's canon, we have some options for that, too. Ahead, check out some of our absolute favorite Spider-Verse merch you can get right now.

There's never a dull moment when it comes to Hollywood's best and brightest. And these superstars' reign has expanded way beyond California: celebrities are hitting the streets in NYC, Paris, London, and beyond on a weekly basis. While we can't be everywhere at once, luckily, if there's a star around, there's usually a camera somewhere close by. So for every red carpet premiere, morning show appearance, sporting event, or concert, you can play catch-up from the comfort of your couch. Keep scrolling for the best celebrity photos from around the globe this week, including actors, singers, models, royalty, and more. And then share with your friends what all the stars are up to. Related: From Blake Lively to Paris Hilton, See the Stars Who've Welcomed Babies This Year

You've probably experienced acne at one point or another in your life - be it in your teens, a bit later as an adult, only once a month during your period, or after forgetting to wash off your makeup at night. The fact of the matter is, acne is something around 85 percent of people ages 12 to 24 have dealt with, according to the American Academy of Dermatology. With that in mind, we could all use the best skin-care products for acne - even if you only have to reach for it once in a blue moon. The market is full of acne skin-care products that can help treat your specific type of acne. From acne patches that suck the gunk out of pimples overnight to indulgent face masks that work double duty and cleansers that stop a breakout before it even happens, there's acne treatment products for everyone - and every type of acne - out there. If your acne presents itself in the form of blackheads, an exfoliating solution that you can use on your T-zone could be just the thing you need. For deep, painful cysts, a combination of a good face wash and a potent spot treatment can help clear up bumps. But the best products for acne-prone skin don't just address breakouts - they tackle the aftermath of them, too. This can include the best products for acne scars, uneven texture, and hyperpigmentation that stick around long after the pimple is gone. You don't have to spend hundreds of dollars on products, either - there are options for acne-prone skin at the drugstore that work wonders on pimples, and we included them ahead. Keep scrolling to check out the best skin care for acne.

You wouldn't know it from the couple's social media platforms, but Melissa McCarthy and Ben Falcone have the coolest kids on the planet. The comedy duo - who refrain from posting about their kids on social media aside from rare photos where their faces are obscured - have had their fair share of funny moments on screen, but their two daughters, Vivian and Georgette, are just as funny - if not more - say the couple. "It's a balancing act. Kids are really smart," McCarthy told People at the 2016 premiere of "The Boss." "They pick up on everything and then you still have to not laugh in front of them as you tell them that something's not appropriate, or something might be too aggressive. Then, when they leave the room . . ." "You laugh really hard," Falcone chimed in. McCarthy and Falcone are so invested in parenting, they both took part in writing Falcone's book about fatherhood, "Being a Dad Is Weird," for which McCarthy wrote the foreword. Just like their mom and dad, Vivian and Georgette have a knack for the big screen, too. Both sisters acted alongside McCarthy in "The Boss," and McCarthy and Vivian also costarred in Netflix's "Thunder Force" (Vivian played McCarthy's characters' younger selves in both movies). Falcone wrote the script, making it a family affair. Most recently, Georgette accompanied McCarthy and Falcone to the Los Angeles premiere of "The Little Mermaid" on May 8. It marked a rare public appearance for the 13-year-old, though she was snapped in plenty of photos with her parents. At the premiere, McCarthy spoke to People about how she navigates parenting her daughters in the social media era, especially when she so rarely posts them herself. "We keep track of it. I think it is still something to be really, really watched," McCarthy said. "I'm sure I don't do half as good a job as I should because I'm so bad with it." According to McCarthy, she and Falcone are "always kind of reminding them, 'Keep this in perspective. This is not real.'" She added, "I keep saying this is smoke and mirrors and entertainment, which is fine. I've said, 'It's as if somebody takes a character I've played and assumes that's the real me.' But that's an ongoing fistfight that concerns me all the time." Learn more about Viv and Georgie ahead. Related: Relive Melissa McCarthy and Ben Falcone's 24-Year Love Story

Image Source: Getty / dimid_86 Botox injections, under the hands of a seasoned professional, can be a gift that keeps on giving. Since ophthalmologist Jean Carruthers first discovered the neurotoxin's wrinkle-reducing effects in the 1980s, the injection has become the most popular cosmetic treatment in the United States. Common FDA-approved areas to get Botox typically include the forehead and crow's feet, but there are also off-label portions of the face like the masseter that are becoming more popular. You've probably heard of people having jaw pain or TMJ and getting Botox to help relieve the tension; it's thanks to this practice. "Masseter Botox is the injection of the neurotoxin into the muscle to paralyze or weaken it," Jaimie DeRosa, MD, founder of DeRosa Center Plastic Surgery & Med Spa, tells POPSUGAR. The masseter is a muscle of mastication, or chewing, and it's located in the jaw area, where people can hold a lot of stress and tension. There are a host of reasons people may opt to get the injection at the site. To help us understand a bit more, Dr. DeRosa breaks down everything you should know about masseter Botox, from how much it costs to whether the treatment is for you. How Does Masseter Botox Work? The process of getting masseter Botox looks similar to getting the injection anywhere else, with one exception. "The toxin is injected right into the muscle," Dr. DeRosa says. "I have the patient bite down hard and clench their jaw so that the masseter contracts so that I can feel, and often see, the outline of the muscle." Since the masseter is reasonably large, Dr. DeRosa typically injects at several points depending on the amount of Botox she has to use (usually there are about three to four injections total). "Additionally, I tell my patients that it can take up to two weeks to see the full results and that the effects of masseter Botox typically wear off in three to four months," she says. Benefits of Masseter Botox There are a few reasons people get this treatment, and they're equally for aesthetic and health purposes. "When you chew, the masseter contracts, so you may feel a hard muscle along the back part of the face," Dr. DeRosa says. "While we need the muscle to masticate, sometimes it works too well and as a result becomes too large." This enlargement of the area can be caused by genetics or by working it too much by chewing a lot of gum, grinding your teeth, or doing any other activity that causes a lot of movement in the area. When the masseter muscle is enlarged, also known as "masseter hypertrophy," it can result in the bottom of the face along the back of the jawline looking wide and big. "This can also trigger medical conditions including migraine headaches and TMJ," Dr. DeRosa says. "Moreover, sometimes people can clench their jaws so hard due to strong masseter muscles that they break teeth." How to Determine If Masseter Botox Is Right For You As with all your aesthetic and health decisions, the decision to move forward with a procedure is entirely your own. Still, if you've been on the fence about whether or not you should get masseter Botox, Dr. DeRosa has a few recommendations to keep in mind. "Some people know that they are ready when they've exhausted other treatments for their particular issue," she says. "If you've sought help for breaking your teeth from clenching, migraines, or TMJ to no avail, you may want to consider this as the next step." Others will know they're ready for masseter Botox when they feel like their lower face is too wide or square due to large masseter muscles. One perk of masseter Botox is that since it paralyzes the muscle, once it is fully working, the muscle will start to get smaller over time from lack of use, therefore changing the shape of the area. Every result will be personal to you, so if you're wondering if you would benefit from masseter Botox, Dr. DeRosa highly recommends talking with a certified doctor, dentist, or professional who can answer all your questions about the treatment before you take the plunge. Cons of Masseter Botox Of course, masseter Botox isn't for everyone. If you get injections for TMJ or any kind of jaw pain, over time, you may realize that the treatment is having an unwanted consequence: changing the shape of your face. This is due to the fact that when paralyzed by the neurotoxin, the muscle is not being utilized and therefore gets smaller. Some people forgo the treatment all together for this reason, and in that case you can speak to your provider about mouth guards, massages, or other alternatives to help with pain management. How Much Does Masseter Botox Cost? As with most treatments, the cost of Botox can vary depending on the amount used, where you live, your injector, and so on. However, unlike many primarily aesthetic treatments, masseter Botox can sometimes be covered by insurance. "Since some of the reasons for the procedures can sometimes be medical/dental, there are instances when masseter Botox is covered," Dr. DeRosa says. "My recommendation is to discuss payment with your doctor prior to treatment, as typically it needs to be 'preapproved' by your insurer, and not every injector accepts insurance." Masseter Botox Before and After View this post on Instagram A post shared by @taksimbeautyclinic Now that you know everything you need to about masseter Botox, you have yet another tool in your arsenal to meet your health and aesthetic goals. As with any injectable, surgery, or procedure, be sure to work with certified providers who can answer any questions you have prior to committing, and don't be afraid to ask for references or search around to make sure you have a top-notch experience from start to finish.