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TL;DR: Through Jan. 7, you can save 60% on a lifetime subscription to the AI-powered LazyApply Job Application Basic plan, knocking the usual cost of $149 down to only $59.97.

When looking for a job, time is of the essence. However, updating your resume and applying for jobs is time-consuming and tedious. That's why efficiency is key. And nothing makes things more streamlined and efficient than artificial intelligence. You can kick off the new year with a freshly polished résumé with this lifetime subscription to LazyApply Job Application for the exclusive price of $59.97 (reg. $149) through January 7.

This Chrome plug-in allows you to apply to up to 1,000 jobs in an easy click, and make easier work out of getting your name out there for the positions that you deserve. You can easily apply for positions on platforms like LinkedIn and Indeed via an automated process. Simply save your info and let LazyApply apply for you.

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With this subscription, you'll be able to send up to 150 job applications a day and receive analytics on how your applications perform daily. Along with tips on CV improvement and one weekly consultation call to go over status and strategy, you'll have a lifetime support system in place for all of your future job searches.

Grab this handy AI helper while the price is right.

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TL;DR: As of December 27, get The Premium Python Programming Certification Bundle for only $23.97 — that's 80% off.

Proficiency in programming languages is becoming increasingly valuable as the digital landscape grows and expands. Python is a preferred language among many because of its versatility and relative simplicity. This online learning bundle is a comprehensive collection of ten courses designed to help you gain Python skills and open doors to opportunities in the tech industry. It's on sale for $23.97 through January 1.

A very in-demand programming language, according to Statista, Python "runs on almost every operating system used today." So, getting started in this field could be the beginning of a bright new career. Whether you're a beginner or already have some coding experience, this bundle caters to all skill levels.

The Complete 2023 Python Course is a hands-on course that aims to introduce users to all things Python. It even breaks down how the software industry works, so you'll gain a thorough foundation on top of creating software programs and building automations.

From there, you can move on to more complex courses that include Python Advanced Concepts and Python Basic and Advanced Concepts. There's also Learn to Code with Python 2021 and the 30-lesson Automatic Stock Trading with Python, which teaches you to build a stock-trading bot that actually operates. 

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TL;DR: As of December 27, get The Complete ChatGPT Artificial Intelligence OpenAI Training Bundle for only $19.97 — you'll save over 61%.

ChatGPT made a major splash last year and has truly taken the world by storm. It has changed the way many industries function, and it doesn't seem to be going away anytime soon. Why not make a New Year's resolution to learn more about AI and how it can support your professional life? You can start with this ChatGPT artificial intelligence OpenAI training bundle, which is on sale for just $19.97 (reg. $52) through January 1.

This bundle includes four multi-lesson courses to immerse you in ChatGPT. ChatGPT for Beginners gives you the basics of working with this tool. Even if you think you know about ChatGPT or OpenAI, it's worth taking this course, as it gives you hands-on, guided experience in creating quality, natural-sounding text, whether you're a content creator, educator, or marketer.

ChatGPT: Artificial Intelligence (AI) that Writes for You is a course aimed at showing you all of the real-world applications of using this AI tool across multiple industries. This course will also help you get ideas for starting a new business of your own.

The last two courses go into creating apps using the popular programming languages of Python, Tkinter, and Django. You can even learn how to create your own chatbot to support all of your future efforts.

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We already know exciting gadgets such as the Apple Vision Pro, iPhone 16, Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, and the Humana AI pin are all poised for a 2024 release, but what about all the unconfirmed tech that has us sitting at the edge of our seats?

Rumor has it that new display tech is coming to the iPad line — and USB-C will be gracing more of your favorite iDevices. Plus, a popular handheld gaming console is possibly getting refreshed in 2024.

SEE ALSO: 4 futuristic things the Humane Ai Pin can do as a smartphone alternative

Let's dive into the top five rumored tech that'll have you screaming, "Take my money!"

1. Nintendo Switch 2

According to Video Games Chronicle, which cites "multiple people with knowledge of Nintendo's next-gen console plans," Nintendo Switch 2 is reportedly hitting store shelves in the second half of 2024.

Nintendo Switch OLED Credit: Adam Rosenberg / Mashable

It will still have its predecessor's LCD panel (to keep costs down), continue to accept physical games via cartridge slot, and deliver top-notch portability, however, gamers should expect an uptick in storage for higher-fidelity games.

Opens in a new window Credit: Nintendo Nintendo Switch™ - OLED Model with Super Smash Bros $349 Get Deal 2. Windows 12

Get ready for a new-generation Windows OS.

According to a report from Commercial Times, a business-focused, Taiwan-based outlet, Microsoft is due to launch Windows 12 in 2024 (h/t Tom's Hardware).

Windows 11 adoption has been slow, but let's hope Windows 12 has a different story. Credit: Microsoft

The next-generation operating system will coincide with a new wave of "AI PCs" that are due to debut this year. According to Lansweeper, only 8.35 percent of users have upgraded to Windows 11 as of October 2023.

SEE ALSO: Windows 12 will not be a free upgrade, according to a new leak

If this Windows 12 release date rumor is true, it'll be interesting to see if Windows 12 has a better turnout.

3. iPad Pro with OLED

The next-generation iPad Pro models, packed with OLED displays (replacing LED and mini-LED panels), are expected to be released in 2024, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. They will also reportedly have the M3 chip, which is featured inside the 14-inch M3 MacBook Pro.

New iPad Pro models with OLED are reportedly on the way. Credit: Apple

This display upgrade should deliver better brightness and power efficiency.

Plus, the Magic Keyboard will reportedly get a redesign; it will be aluminum, similar to recent MacBooks.

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Gurman also claims that the fourth-generation AirPods, outfitted with FindMy support and noise cancellation, will be headed our way in 2024, too.

We haven't heard much about the Apple AirPods Pro line. Credit: Stan Schroeder / Mashable

Plus, if you haven't grabbed an AirPods Max yet, this year will be the perfect time to do so. Apple will reportedly roll out refreshed AirPods Max models with a USB-C port in 2024, according to Gurman.

Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) Wireless Ear Buds with USB-C Charging $199 Get Deal 5. Samsung's first 'AI phone'

We already know that Samsung drops a new Galaxy S-series phone every year in January or February. However, what's different about this year's family of devices is that, according to trademark applications (spotted by Galaxy Club), the next-generation Galaxy handsets will reportedly be Samsung's first AI phone line.

The next-gen Galaxy S-series is getting an AI upgrade, apparently. Credit: Samsung

It's unclear what, exactly, this means, but it's worth noting that Junho Park, Samsung's Director of Global Product Planning, said at a post-Galaxy Unpacked roundtable event that the company is "deeply developing" generative AI stuff.

SEE ALSO: Samsung Galaxy S24: Every single thing we know so far

If this rumor is true, we'll watch Samsung's "AI phone" unfold at the next Galaxy Unpacked event, which is rumored to launch on Jan. 17.

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Other products we're excited for this year include the rumored new iPad mini 7 and a refreshed MacBook Air with the M3 chip. Take my money!

Can 2024 best 2023 when it comes to movies? Last year was stuffed with incredible cinema, from Barbie and Oppenheimer to Poor Things and Killers of the Flower Moon. So, what does this year have in store that can possibly compete?

Whether you're looking for heart-wrenching drama inspired by real-life stories, comedies as full of stars as they are of jokes, musicals bursting with attitude, horror movies studded with scares, or action movies that are utterly bonkers, we've got something for you.

Here's Mashable's 2024 movie preview, organized by release date.

January Society of the Snow

Based on Pablo Vierci's book of the same name, Society of the Snow unfolds the shiver-inducing story of the survival of the passengers of the 1972 Andes flight disaster. Uruguayan Air Force Flight 571 was chartered to deliver a men's rugby team to Chile but crashed in the South American mountain range along the way. Stranded in a hostile natural environment that is frigid and sparse on food, this team had to rally to get by however they could. Even if you're familiar with this story, you may want to see this version. Directed by J.A. Bayona (The Impossible, A Monster Calls, The Orphanage), Society of the Snow has not only won praise out of its premiere at the Venice International Film Festival, but also secured a spot as Spain's submission for the Academy Award's Best International Feature Film award.

This is your chance to see the movie before the 2024 Oscar nominations come out on Jan. 23.

Starring: Enzo Vogrincic, Agustín Pardella, Tomás Wolf, Matías Recalt, Esteban Bigliardi, Diego Vegezzi, and Esteban Kukuriczka

How to watch: Society of the Snow debuts on Netflix Jan. 4.

Good Grief 

Schitt's Creek's Daniel Levy makes his directorial debut with Good Grief, a tearjerker about a widower trying to move on after the death of his husband. On top of helming the film, Levy also wrote it and stars as the bereft man at the movie's center. 

After a year of being devastated by the unexpected loss of his larger-than-life husband (Luke Evans), Marc (Levy) sets forth on a trip to Paris with his best friends, Sophie (Ruth Negga) and Thomas (Himesh Patel). The City of Love proves a place of heartbreak, harsh realizations, and maybe healing.

Starring: Daniel Levy, Ruth Negga, Himesh Patel, Celia Imrie, David Bradley, Arnaud Valois, Emma Corrin, Kaitlyn Dever, and Luke Evans

How to watch: Good Grief debuts on Netflix Jan. 5.

Night Swim

Horror movies don't need to wait until spooky season, so dive into director Bryce McGuire's feature adaptation of his celebrated 2014 short film. Night Swim centers on a family hoping for a fresh start in their new home, but there's something strange about the swimming pool. Produced by James Wan, Night Swim promises to bring fresh and splashy scares to 2024. 

Starring: Wyatt Russell, Kerry Condon, Amélie Hoeferle, Gavin Warren

How to watch: Night Swim opens in theaters Jan. 5.

The Beekeeper

January is the perfect time for utterly bonkers movies, whether they feature the killer-doll delights of M3GAN, the comical literalness of Monster Trucks, or the sweaty eroticism of Serenity. In 2024, our wintry present is The Beekeeper, which stars Jason Statham as the eponymous apiarist. He's created a quiet and lovely life making honey, but once his past as a operative comes back to sting, he goes on a John Wick-like quest for vengeance. 

If that's not enough to get you stoked, what if we tell you this action movie is helmed by David Ayer, the director of End of Watch and Suicide Squad? Trust us: Bee there. 

Starring: Jason Statham, Emmy Raver-Lampman, Josh Hutcherson, Bobby Naderi, Minnie Driver, Phylicia Rashad, and Jeremy Irons

How to watch: The Beekeeper opens in theaters Jan. 12.

The Book of Clarence

Writer/director Jeymes Samuel wowed with his Black Western The Harder They Fall, which not only boasted an all-star cast but also nuggets of real Wild West history in its rollicking tale of action and revenge. Now, he's bringing that energy to the Bible.

Set in Jerusalem, A.D. 33, The Book of Clarence stars LaKeith Stanfield as a man who dreams of being like Jesus — "now." To build a better life for himself and his family, Clarence strives to be a prophet for the divine. But as you can see from the first trailer, this puts him on the wrong side of Pontius Pilate (James McAvoy), who will challenge his power. Blending drama, action, biblical influence, and a bit of comedy, this epic is sure to be unlike any we've seen before.

Starring: LaKeith Stanfield, Omar Sy, Anna Diop, RJ Cyler, David Oyelowo, Micheal Ward, Alfre Woodard, Teyana Taylor, Caleb McLaughlin, Eric Kofi-Abrefa, Marianne Jean-Baptiste, James McAvoy, and Benedict Cumberbatch

How to watch: The Book of Clarence opens in theaters Jan. 12.

Mean Girls 

Tina Fey's iconic teen comedy is back, and this time it's a musical (though you might not be able to tell from the first trailer). Directed by Samantha Jayne and Arturo Perez Jr., this remake of the 2004 comedy/adaptation of the Broadway musical also centers on new girl Cady (played this time by Angourie Rice), who gets schooled when she meets the Plastics: queen bee Regina George (Sex Lives of College Girls' Reneé Rapp) and her cool cronies Gretchen (Bebe Wood) and Karen (Avantika). Turns out being popular can be a real bitch. 

Bring out the burn book, and get ready to sing along. 

Starring: Angourie Rice, Reneé Rapp, Auli'i Cravalho, Jaquel Spivey, Bebe Wood, Avantika, Tina Fey, Tim Meadows, Jenna Fischer, Jon Hamm, Ashley Park, and Busy Philipps

How to watch: Mean Girls opens in theaters Jan. 12.

Self Reliance

One of the delights out of SXSW 2023 was this wild rom-com, which was written and helmed by — and also stars — Jake Johnson. His feature-length directorial debut casts the New Girl actor as a middle-aged loser who's been dumped by his girlfriend and is living with his mom when he gets an offer he can't refuse. 

From our review: "Imagine Andy Samberg rolls up to you in a limo and offers to change your life. Maybe you're in a rut. Maybe you just like limos. 'Who doesn't?!' he'll chirp with that signature goofy grin. Of course, you get in that ride, right? That’s the odd, intriguing inciting incident of Self Reliance. And from its hook, it is outlandish, hilarious, and mind-bending."

Starring: Jake Johnson, Anna Kendrick, Andy Samberg, Christopher Lloyd, and Wayne Brady

How to watch: Self Reliance debuts on Hulu Jan. 12.

Origin

For director Ava DuVernay, inspiration can be found in the true stories of American history that demand to be better understood. Selma took an intimate look at one of Martin Luther King Jr.'s monumental marches, while the documentary 13th illustrated the rampant injustices of the prison industrial complex. The mini-series When They See Us exposed the miscarriage of justice that befell the Central Park Five from a personal angle that tore it away from the splashy headlines. Yet Origin is her most ambitious effort yet.

This film serves as a biopic of sorts for author Isabel Wilkerson, who faced incredible personal losses in the face of pursuing her latest academic obsession, as well as an adaptation of the resulting book by the Pulitzer Prize winner: Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents. The nonfiction work explores the commonalities of institutionalized prejudice in antebellum America, Nazi Germany, and modern India. Personal, political, and profound, Origin is much more than the story of one woman's pain and epiphanies. It's a plea to open your eyes wide and unblinking.

Starring: Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Jon Bernthal, Connie Nielsen, Vera Farmiga, Nick Offerman, Audra McDonald, Niecy Nash-Betts, and Finn Wittrock

How to watch: Origin opens in theaters Jan. 19.

Miller’s Girl

Ever dreamed of watching Wednesday Addams flirt with Bilbo Baggins? Oh. Well, congrats, because Miller's Girl is getting you as close to that dream as you're likely to get, outside of fan fiction.

Written and directed by Jade Halley Bartlett, Miller's Girl stars Jenna Ortega as a young writer who is forming a complicated relationship with her teacher, played by Martin Freeman. With some serious The Crush vibes, this psychological thriller promises to be unsettling, twisted, and maybe even steamy.

Starring: Martin Freeman, Jenna Ortega, Dagmara Domińczyk, Bashir Salahuddin, and Gideon Adlon

How to watch: Miller's Girl opens in theaters Jan. 26.

February Argylle

Lots of action comedies are coming in 2024, but this is the only one that promises a cuddly cat buddy. At first glimpse, Argylle might seem like another spin on James Bond, what with all its espionage-centered action centered around the strong-jawed Henry Cavill. As it turns out, this movie's protagonist is Elly Conway, a shy novelist played by Bryce Dallas Howard whose spy stories have become weirdly prescient about recent events. So, naturally she — and her pet cat — are swept away by an unconventional agent (Sam Rockwell), who will presumably depend on her to save the day somehow. 

Coming from Kingsman: The Secret Service director Matthew Vaughn, you can expect this movie to be as packed with action and stars as laughs. 

Starring: Bryce Dallas Howard, Sam Rockwell, Henry Cavill, John Cena, Dua Lipa, Bryan Cranston, Sofia Boutella, Ariana DeBose, Catherine O’Hara, and Samuel L. Jackson

How to watch: Argylle opens in theaters Feb. 2.

Lisa Frankenstein

Remember when Juno made Diablo Cody the most talked-about screenwriter in Hollywood? Well, Cody's distinctive comedic voice is back with a fresh spin on an old corpse tale.

Directed by music video helmer Zelda Williams in her feature-length debut, Lisa Frankenstein stars Kathryn Newton (Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, Freaky) as a teen girl whose crush happens to be more than a little cold and stiff. When a twist of fate resurrects him from the dead, the two find love — but there'll also be '80s-flavored horror and laughs. Duh. 

Starring: Kathryn Newton, Cole Sprouse, Liza Soberano, Henry Eikenberry, Joe Chrest, and Carla Gugino

How to watch: Lisa Frankenstein opens in theaters Feb 9.

Bob Marley: One Love 

In 2021, director Reinaldo Marcus Green brought the story of tennis coach Richard Williams, father to sports legends Venus and Serena Williams, to the big screen with King Richard. Now, he's back with a biopic about the iconic reggae pioneer Bob Marley. 

Kingsley Ben-Adir, who awed critics as Malcolm X in One Night in Miami and then as a chipper Ken in Barbie, stars as the eponymous musician. From the looks of the trailer, Bob Marley: One Love aims to display how in the face of adversity and even assassination attempts, this Jamaican singer sought to bring joy, hope, and inspiration to the public. 

Starring: Kingsley Ben-Adir, Lashana Lynch, James Norton, and Michael Gandolfini

How to watch: Bob Marley: One Love opens in theaters Feb. 14.

Madame Web

The Spider-Man web has brought us some of the best and worst of superhero cinema. Over on the amazing end of things, there's been the MCU-affiliated, Tom Holland-fronted Home trilogy, as well as the groundbreaking animated Spider-Verse offerings. On the wild side, there's been a bonkers pair of Venom movies, and then there's the absolute WTF of Morbius. Well, 2024 is bringing us at least two more, the first of which is Madame Web, which stars Dakota Johnson as Cassandra Webb, a paramedic who has clairvoyant powers and an inexplicable connection to three young women under threat from an ominous Spider-Man. 

Starring: Dakota Johnson, Sydney Sweeney, Celeste O’Connor, Isabela Merced, Tahar Rahim, Mike Epps, Emma Roberts, and Adam Scott

How to watch: Madame Web opens in theaters Feb. 14.

Drive-Away Dolls

As half of the heralded filmmaking duo known simply as the Coen brothers, Ethan Coen has created such amazing movies as O Brother, Where Art Thou?, Fargo, and The Big Lebowski. But the brothers have been charting their own paths as of late, with Joel delivering the thrilling theatrical The Tragedy of Macbeth in 2021, and Ethan teaming up with film editor and spouse Tricia Cooke on the script for Drive-Away Dolls, a kooky crime caper centered on a pair of road-tripping lesbians. 

Odd couple besties Jamie (Margaret Qualley) and Marian (Geraldine Viswanathan) are delivering a rundown car to Florida, fleeing from heartbreak and a humdrum routine. Their path runs into wild detours once they discover the hidden cargo in the trunk. Like the best of Coen crime capers, this romp promises to be peppered with irreverent Southern-fried charm, big stars, and twists that are sure to thrill. 

Starring: Margaret Qualley, Geraldine Viswanathan, Beanie Feldstein, Colman Domingo, Pedro Pascal, Bill Camp, and Matt Damon

How to watch: Drive-Away Dolls opens in theaters Feb. 23.

March The Fall Guy

Turns out, he's not just Ken. Hot off Barbie, Ryan Gosling stars as a stuntman who becomes an unlikely detective when a movie star vanishes. How did he get this job? Well, he's in love with a movie director (Emily Blunt), and when her leading man (Aaron Taylor-Johnson) goes MIA, it's up to this man of action to save the day to get the girl. 

Directed by Bullet Train and Atomic Blonde helmer David Leitch, you can bet that The Fall Guy will be packed with wild stunts, fabulous fight scenes, and a thrilling visual style. Plus, lots of stars, romance, jokes and "Jason Bourne shit!" If you loved The Nice Guys, you're gonna wanna see The Fall Guy. 

Starring: Ryan Gosling, Emily Blunt, Winston Duke, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Hannah Waddingham, and Stephanie Hsu

How to watch: The Fall Guy opens in theaters March 1.

Dune: Part Two

Denis Villeneuve proved he could do justice to Frank Herbert's Dune back in 2021, so it's no surprise that we're foaming at the mouth for round two (and then promptly recycling that foam back into our stillsuits because we simply cannot waste water). While the first Dune set up the politics of Herbert's expansive sci-fi epic, Dune: Part Two will plunge headfirst into Paul Atreides and the Fremen's battle to free Arrakis from the Harkonnens.

But by no means should you go into Dune: Part Two expecting a straightforward fight between good and evil. As Paul's influence grows, the film promises to interrogate his actions, asking whether he's really the savior the Fremen believe him to be or just another conqueror ready to subjugate them anew. Plus, Dune: Part Two will also delve into some of the weirdest parts of Herbert's novel, delivering more spice, more space politics, and more glorious sandworms. If Villeneuve sticks the landing here, we could be looking at one of the best sci-fi film series ever put on screen. — Belen Edwards, Entertainment Reporter

Starring: Timothée Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson, Zendaya, Javier Bardem, Josh Brolin, Austin Butler, Florence Pugh, Stellan Skarsgård, Léa Seydoux, Dave Bautista, Christopher Walken, Charlotte Rampling, and Stephen McKinley Henderson

How to watch: Dune: Part Two opens in theaters March 1.

Imaginary

Last year Blumhouse gave us M3GAN, the killer toy with diva attitude. This year, the spooky studio is gifting us Chauncey, a creepy teddy bear. At first, he seems the ideal bestie for a little girl who's coping with the move into her mother's childhood home. But her imaginary friend seems to hold a grudge against the child who left him behind. Brace yourself: Playtime gets perturbing in this one. 

Starring: DeWanda Wise, Tom Payne, Taegen Burns, and Betty Buckley

How to watch: Imaginary opens in theaters March 8.

Kung Fu Panda 4

Since 2008, Jack Black has been winning big laughs as Po, a panda who loves martial arts and fighting for good just as much as he does his dad's delectable noodles. This action-packed animated franchise has spawned a string of sequels, short films, animated series, a holiday special, and a string of video games. So, what could the fourth film installment do to bring new fun? Adding Academy Award winners Viola Davis and Ke Huy Quan is a good start.

Davis brings her villain bravado from the recent Hunger Games prequel to Kung Fu Panda 4, playing a shapeshifting sorceress chameleon hellbent on conquest. To defeat her, Po will have to team up with a dubious new ally and face the challenge of becoming a spiritual leader.

Starring: Jack Black, Awkwafina, Viola Davis, Dustin Hoffman, James Hong, Bryan Cranston, Ian McShane, and Ke Huy Quan

How to watch: Kung Fu Panda 4 opens in theaters March 8.

The American Society of Magical Negroes

Satire and romantic comedy collide in a surprising way in writer/director Kobi Libii's The American Society of Magical Negroes. If you're unfamiliar with the term, it refers to an archetype in American media wherein a Black character chiefly exists to help out a white protagonist. Here, that concept is called out and complicated when a young Black man named Aren (Justice Smith) is assigned to care for an insecure white man (The Other Two's Drew Tarver), but Aren feels conflicted when the pair both start crushing on the same coworker. Will Aren sacrifice his own shot at happiness to appease white comfort? Audiences will first find out at the film's Sundance premiere in January, ahead of a theatrical release in the spring.

Starring: Justice Smith, David Alan Grier, An-Li Bogan, Drew Tarver, Michaela Watkins, Aisha Hinds, Rupert Friend, and Nicole Byer 

How to watch: The American Society of Magical Negroes opens in theaters March 22.

Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire

Full disclosure: We weren't fans of Ghostbusters: Afterlife. Actually, I called the rebooted sequel — which papers over Ghostbusters 2 and Ghostbusters: Answer the Call — "a ghoulish re-animated corpse, stuffed with half-baked new characters and lazy fan service." But by that logic, this sequel couldn't possibly worse, right? 

The grandchildren and daughter of the late Egon Spengler are back, and reuniting with his old crew Peter Venkman (Bill Murray), Winston Zeddemore (Ernie Hudson), and Ray Stantz (Dan Aykroyd) for a new adventure. An ancient artifact is unleashing a deadly chill on New York City. Also, Paul Rudd is there. 

Starring: McKenna Grace, Carrie Coon, Paul Rudd, Finn Wolfhard, Bill Murray, Ernie Hudson, Dan Aykroyd, Kumail Nanjiani, Patton Oswalt, and Annie Potts

How to watch: Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire opens in theaters March 29.

April Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire

Godzilla vs. Kong director Adam Wingard returns with this sequel, which is sure to rumble the Earth as two of movies' most massive monsters face off. Again. Plot details are currently under wraps, though the teaser suggests some other big beasts may join the fray.

Starring: Rebecca Hall, Dan Stevens, Brian Tyree Henry, Kaylee Hottle, Fala Chen, and Alex Ferns

How to watch: Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire opens in theaters and IMAX on April 14.

Challengers 

Tennis, anyone? Zendaya headlines this steamy, sporty drama opposite Josh O'Connor and Mike Faist. And if the trailer is anything to judge from, this one is going to be a white-hot winner. The tantalizing trio plays tennis pros in a love triangle. In their early days, Tashi Duncan (Zendaya) is a star on the rise...until an injury pitches her to the sidelines. Years later, she's married to a champion (Faist) who may be past his prime. Could reigniting the rivalry with his former best friend (O'Connor) — and his wife's ex-lover — be the way to winning? Or to burning all they've built down? 

Challengers set the internet aflame when its trailer dropped in the summer of 2023, along with plans for a fall release. Alas, this tempting film got bumped to 2024 as SAG/AFTRA's strike against the AMPTP heated up. With the strike now resolved, we not only get to see what heralded director Luca Guadagnino is serving up after Call Me by Your Name and Bones and All — we also get to see this tempting trifecta hit a press tour that's sure to be exciting. 

Starring: Zendaya, Josh O'Connor, and Mike Faist

How to watch: Challengers opens in theaters April 26.

Civil War

Alex Garland has been the mind behind such twisted movies as Men, Ex Machina, and Annihilation. Now, he's turned his eye to the future of America with Civil War. And despite beloved character actor Nick Offerman (The Last of Us, Parks and Recreation) playing the president, this future looks grim.

The U.S. is at war with itself in this near-future dystopia. 19 states have seceded, and Texas and California have formed an alliance dubbed the Western Forces. The president has begun bombing civilians, while some have the privilege to sit it all out. Kirsten Dunst and Wagner Moura headline a star-studded cast as a pair of war journalists, harrowed by seeing such carnage on their home turf. Brace yourself for a movie that asks unblinkingly, "What kind of American are you?"

Starring: Nick Offerman, Kirsten Dunst, Wagner Moura, Jesse Plemons, Cailee Spaeny, Stephen McKinley Henderson, and Sonoya Mizuno

How to watch: Civil War opens in theaters April 26.

MayBack to Black Marisa Abela as Amy Winehouse in "Back to Black." Credit: Dean Rodgers / Focus Features

Director Sam Taylor-Johnson reunites with screenwriter Matt Greenhalgh, who penned the script for her John Lennon biopic Nowhere Boy, for a movie about the one, the only...Amy Winehouse. Industry's Marisa Abela stars as the beehived British icon who rose to fame with jazzy, endlessly catchy songs like "Back to Black," "You Know I'm No Good," and "Rehab," before dying tragically young in 2011.

Back to Black offers a look at the behind-the-scenes drama in Amy's life as she goes from struggling chanteuse to global sensation caught in a tumultuous relationship. This biopic is made with the support of The Amy Winehouse Estate and Sony Music Publishing.

Starring: Marisa Abela, Jack O'Connell, Eddie Marsan, and Lesley Manville

How to watch: Back to Black opens in theaters May 10.

Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga

Thanks to the rip-roaring success of 2015's Mad Max: Fury Road, breakout badass Furiosa is getting her very own spinoff movie. However, Charlize Theron isn't reprising the role of the dystopian warrior. This prequel is about Furiosa's early life, after she's kidnapped from the Green Place of Many Mothers, and it puts Anya Taylor-Joy behind the grimy wheel. With her comes Chris Hemsworth as the warlord Dementus, bearded and nearly unrecognizable. 

Fury Road director George Miller is back in the fray for this one. And from the first teaser, it looks like Furiosa will have action fans feeling very shiny and chrome, indeed.

Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Chris Hemsworth, Alyla Browne, and Tom Burke

How to watch: Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga opens in theaters only nationwide on May 24.

The Garfield Movie

Our favorite feline from the Sunday funnies is returning to the big screen with a new computer-animated adventure from Mark Dindal, of Chicken Little and The Emperor's New Groove acclaim. Chris Pratt makes the leap from The LEGO Movie and The Super Mario. Bros Movie to The Garfield Movie, continuing his tireless campaign at voice-acting domination.

Pratt voices the titular cat as he goes on a wild outdoor adventure with his long-lost dad, Vic (Samuel L. Jackson), a street cat who is even bigger and stripier than our lasagna-loving hero. We also learn about his origin story, which involves a fiasco at an Italian restaurant. Along with riling his owner Jon (Nicholas Hoult) and pestering poor pup Odie (Harvey Guillén), Garfield sets forth on an adventure with Vic that gets him way outside of his comfort zone. We assume hijinks ensue.

Starring: Chris Pratt, Samuel L. Jackson, Hannah Waddingham, Ving Rhames, Nicholas Hoult, Cecily Strong, Harvey Guillén, Brett Goldstein, and Bowen Yang

How to watch: The Garfield Movie opens May 24.

Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes

This fourth installment of the rebooted Planet of the Apes franchise is set generations after 2017's War for the Planet of the Apes. Under the shadow of Caesar's reign, apes rose in power and humans have fallen into feral decline. But the age of Caesar has passed, and a young chimpanzee named Noa (Owen Teague) calls into question the ways of this planet. With a human sidekick known as Mae (Freya Allan), this brave hero will go on a journey that changes the future of ape and mankind forever. The Maze Runner Trilogy director Wes Ball takes the helm, promising rousing action and serious drama.

Starring: Owen Teague, Freya Allan, Kevin Durand, Peter Macon, and William H. Macy

How to watch: Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes opens May 24.

JuneInside Out 2

Joy, Sadness, Anger, and the rest of the gang are back with this surprising sequel to Pixar's 2015 hit, Inside Out. Where the first film saw the emotional crew helping young Riley cope with a move to a new town, Inside Out 2 has her hitting puberty. And that means new emotions, like Anxiety, voiced by Maya Hawke (Stranger Things). 

From the teaser, it seems other new feelings will join this wacky workplace. We can't wait to see what they are and who will give them voices. And good luck, Riley. As Turning Red showed with its Red Panda plotline, growing up can be a wild ride. 

Starring: Amy Poehler, Phyllis Smith, Lewis Black, Tony Hale, Liza Lapira, and Maya Hawke

How to watch: Inside Out 2 opens in theater June 14.

The Bikeriders

Jeff Nichols has built his reputation as an acclaimed indie filmmaker with films deeply rooted in character and drama, like Take Shelter, Mud, and Midnight Special. His latest drew inspiration from the Danny Lyon photo book of the same name, which captured portraits of a 1960s Chicago-based motorcycle gang. Bringing this hard-riding crew to life are three actors known for diving deep into their roles. And as you can see from the trailer, they're making a meal of the accents alone.

Starring: Jodie Comer, Austin Butler, Norman Reedus, and Tom Hardy

How to watch: The Bikeriders opens in theaters June 21.

A Quiet Place: Day One

After the success of A Quiet Place and A Quiet Place Part II, the frightening franchise is expanding with this prequel. While director/star of the first two John Krasinski has a "story by" writing credit, Day One centers around new characters and has a new writer/director with Michael Sarnoski, who brought us the tense and unique culinary thriller Pig in 2021. 

While the plotline for Day One is under wraps, a peek at the cast suggests it'll give us the backstory to Djimon Hounsou's character from Part II. Plus, this electrifying ensemble boasts stars from Stranger Things, Hereditary, True Blood, and Us. 

Starring: Joseph Quinn, Alex Wolff, Djimon Hounsou, Denis O'Hare, and Lupita Nyong'o

How to watch: A Quiet Place: Day One opens in theaters June 28.

JulyDespicable Me 4

You can't stop the Minions or their extended family. Chris Renaud and Patrick Delage have been part of this franchise in one way or another since the beginning, and now they're co-directors on this fourth installment. Plot details are currently unknown, but Gru and his crew appear poised to return for new misadventures in espionage and parenting. 

Starring:  Steve Carell, Kristen Wiig, Miranda Cosgrove, Steve Coogan

How to watch: Despicable Me 4 opens in theaters July 3.

Deadpool 3

Ryan Reynolds has found rousing success as the R-rated Marvel antihero behind Deadpool and its sequel. For his third outing, he's reteaming with Shawn Levy, who's directed him in moves like the sci-fi adventure The Adam Project and the video game-inspired comedy Free Guy. Also reuniting with the Merc with a Mouth is Hugh Jackman, who notoriously crossed paths with Reynolds's prior version of the character in the detested X-Men Origins: Wolverine. 

We don't know the plot of this threequel at this time, but Reynolds has been having a blast online sharing cheeky "leaked" photos from set. Sure, they're fake, but it suggests the irreverent fun of previous Deadpool movies is going strong in this one too. 

Starring: Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman, Morena Baccarin, Brianna Hildebrand, Karan Soni, Emma Corrin, and Jennifer Garner

How to watch: Deadpool 3 opens in theaters July 26.

AugustBorderlands

Since debuting in 2009, this action role-playing video game has gained fans for its addictive looter and shooter missions. Now, Eli Roth, the twisted mind behind such gory horror as Cabin Fever and Hostel, is at the helm of its movie adaptation. Here's the plotline from the film's official site:

Lilith (Cate Blanchett), an infamous outlaw with a mysterious past, reluctantly returns to her home planet of Pandora to find the missing daughter of the universe's most powerful S.O.B., Atlas (Edgar Ramirez). Lilith forms an alliance with an unexpected team — Roland (Kevin Hart), a former elite mercenary, now desperate for redemption; Tiny Tina (Ariana Greenblatt), a feral pre-teen demolitionist; Krieg, Tina's musclebound, rhetorically challenged protector; Tannis (Jamie Lee Curtis), the scientist with a tenuous grip on sanity; and Claptrap (Jack Black), a persistently wiseass robot. These unlikely heroes must battle alien monsters and dangerous bandits to find and protect the missing girl, who may hold the key to unimaginable power. The fate of the universe could be in their hands but they'll be fighting for something more: each other

Starring: Cate Blanchett, Kevin Hart, Olivier Richters, Jack Black, Jamie Lee Curtis, Gina Gershon, Ariana Greenblatt, Edgar Ramirez, Bobby Lee, and Cheyenne Jackson

How to watch: Borderlands opens in theaters Aug. 9. 

Kraven the Hunter

When the trailer for this Spider-Man spinoff hit in the summer, we were quick to rejoice. Forget the MCU's groaning grief phase. Forget the DCEU's oh-so-serious dramas. Sony was chasing the weird spirit behind the Venom movies with this story about an animalistic super-anti-hero with daddy issues who oozes sex appeal and rips off his foe's noses without blinking an eye. 

Look, we can't guarantee Kraven the Hunter will be any good. But director J.C. Chandor's ballsy approach promises to relieve our superhero fatigue. 

Starring: Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Russell Crowe, Ariana DeBose, Fred Hechinger, Alessandro Nivola, and Christopher Abbott

How to watch: Kraven the Hunter opens in theaters Aug. 30. 

SeptemberBeetlejuice 2

35 years after Beetlejuice first introduced us to the ghost with the most, Tim Burton has reunited some of the original cast for a sequel. Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, and Catherine O'Hara return as Beetlejuice, Lydia, and Delia Deetz. Plus, Wednesday star Jenna Ortega joins the family as Lydia's daughter Astrid Deetz. While plot deetz-tails are elusive, this ensemble alone is enough to have us hopeful. 

For more, check Tim Burton's Instagram, where he shared the first image from the set. 

Starring: Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, Catherine O'Hara, Jenna Ortega, Willem Dafoe, Monica Bellucci, and Justin Theroux

How to watch: Beetlejuice 2 opens in theaters Sept. 6.

OctoberJoker: Folie à Deux

Todd Phillips's Joker was polarizing, to say the least. But between winning the Golden Lion at the Venice International Film Festival and dancing its way to becoming the sixth-highest grossing movie of 2019, it was almost guaranteed a sequel. And even the movie's haters had to do a double take when Lady Gaga signed on to play Harley Quinn opposite Joaquin Phoenix's titular villain. 

While the plotline is under wraps, some set images have made their way online to set our imaginations running wild. 

Starring: Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga

How to watch: Joker: Folie à Deux is expected to hit theaters Oct. 4.

NovemberGladiator 2

For Thanksgiving in 2023, Ridley Scott presented movie theaters with the historical epic Napoleon. Next Thanksgiving, he's bringing his long-awaited sequel to the five-time Oscar-winning drama Gladiator. 

Set after the death of Russell Crowe's Maximus, Gladiator 2 will follow Lucius, who was just a boy when he was rescued by the hero of the first film. Now a grown man played by Paul Mescal, he has a quest of his own to fulfill. What that is, we don't yet know — but look at this cast! 

Starring: Denzel Washington, Pedro Pascal, Joseph Quinn, Connie Nielsen, and Paul Mescal 

How to watch: Gladiator 2 is expected to hit theaters Nov. 22. 

Wicked: Part 1

For 20 years, Wicked has lit up Broadway with its magic and song. Now, the musical — based on Gregory Maguire's 1995 novel, which turned the tables on the tale of the Wicked Witch — is getting its long-awaited movie adaptation. Finally, green-skinned Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo) and her bubbly bestie Galinda (Ariana Grande) will defy gravity on the big screen! 

Stephen Schwartz, the stage show's lyricist, and playwright Winnie Holzman collaborated on the screenplay. Jon M. Chu, who directed Crazy Rich Asians, In the Heights, and several Step Up sequels, is helming. With beloved song numbers, a star-stacked cast, and the promise of getting into some of the storylines the stage show cut, this movie had to become a two-parter. And we suspect the first half will prove popular. 

Starring: Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Jonathan Bailey, Ethan Slater, Jeff Goldblum, Michelle Yeoh, and Bowen Yang

How to watch: Wicked: Part 1 will open in theaters Nov. 27.

DecemberThe Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim

J.R.R. Tolkien's fantasy world of Hobbits, dwarves, elves, and orcs is returning to cinemas this year! This film will be an animated prequel, predating The Two Towers by about 200 years. 

According to Yahoo Finance, The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim will unfurl the life of Helm Hammerhand, as well as the untold story of Helm's Deep. Succession's Brian Cox will lend his voice to the royal character, while Miranda Otto will narrate as Éowyn, her character from the original trilogy. Plus, a cavalcade of new cast members will join the fun.

Starring: Brian Cox, Miranda Otto, Gaia Wise, Luke Pasqualino, Laurence Ubong Williams, and Shaun Dooley 

How to watch: The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim is expected to hit theaters Dec. 13.

Mufasa: The Lion King

Intended as a prequel to 2019's photorealistic remake of The Lion King, Mufasa is the story of what went down between its titular pride leader and his snarly brother Scar — before that cliff came between them. Before you lament something like, "No one asked for an origin story of Mufasa," hold your tongue. First off, this film is being helmed by heralded director Barry Jenkins of Moonlight, If Beale Street Could Talk, and The Underground Railroad acclaim. Second, people snarked about Willy Wonka getting an origin story, but Wonka is delightful! So, have a little faith in a filmmaker of substance.

Starring: Aaron Pierre, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Seth Rogen, Billy Eichner, and John Kani

How to watch: Mufasa: The Lion King opens in theaters Dec. 20.

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This video game-spawned franchise is running strong, not only with a third entry in its film series but also with a spinoff mini-series called Knuckles promised for Paramount+ in 2024. While no plot details have been released yet, we do know that Ben Schwartz is back as the eponymous hedgehog, while James Marsden returns as human bestie Tom Wachowski. And thanks to a teaser image dropped on X (formerly Twitter), it's clear that Shadow — Sonic's sometimes ally, sometimes rival — will be playing a role too! Game on!

Starring: Ben Schwartz, James Marsden, Idris Elba, and Colleen O'Shaughnessey

How to watch: Sonic the Hedgehog 3 opens in theaters Dec. 20.

Nosferatu Lily-Rose Depp stars as Ellen Hutter in director Robert Eggers's "Nosferatu." Credit: Focus Features

Filmmaker Robert Eggers has created such gnarly films as period-set horror movie The Witch, the surreal thriller The Lighthouse, and Viking epic The Northman. Now he's turned his lens to vampires. This first look harkens back to F.W. Murnau's 1922 Nosferatu, an iconic example of German expressionism as well as an unforgettably creepy creature design. Though Eggers is credited as this Nosferatu's sole screenwriter, it seems his latest pulls powerfully from this inspiration point beyond its love for evocative shadows.

You see, as an unauthorized adaptation of Bram Stoker's Dracula, Murnau's movie boasted characters like Count Orlok and Ellen Hutter. And the image above shows Lily-Rose Depp as Ellen Hutter, described in Focus Features' promotional materials as a "haunted young woman" who has caught the eye of a blood-sucking creature of the night. What fresh blood (and thrills) will Eggers mine from this horror landmark? We can't wait to find out.

Starring: Bill Skarsgård, Nicholas Hoult, Lily-Rose Depp, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Emma Corrin, Ralph Ineson, Simon McBurney, and Willem Dafoe

How to watch: Nosferatu opens in theaters Dec. 25.

TBDIF

Ready for mayhem? Paramount is promoting the latest from former Office guy John Krasinski like this: "Get ready for a heart-warming, all-family film from the director of A Quiet Place, the star of Deadpool, and the studio that brought you Annihilation."

While the premise of this one sounds like horror (see: Imaginary above), IF is actually a comedy, centering on a little girl who can see everyone's abandoned imaginary friends. Ryan Reynolds plays the IFs' (imaginary friends) ally, while Steve Carell voices a big purple monster. Beyond that, the cast list is bonkers.

Starring: John Krasinski, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Louis Gossett Jr., Steve Carell, Fiona Shaw, Matt Damon, Emily Blunt, Maya Rudolph, Vince Vaughn, Sam Rockwell, Sebastian Maniscalco, Christopher Meloni, Awkwafina, Jon Stewart, and Richard Jenkins

How to watch: IF will open in theaters in 2024.

Problemista

This knockout from SXSW got bumped from the summer of 2023 during the WGA and SAG/AFTRA strikes. But we can't wait for audiences to finally see A24's Problemista, which comes from Los Espookys co-creator Julio Torres, who makes his directorial debut here while co-starring opposite the one and only Tilda Swinton.

As I wrote in our SXSW round-up, "Set in a magical yet grungy New York City, Problemista follows a Salvadoran immigrant and aspiring toymaker (Torres) whose desperate need for a green card sponsor leads him to aid an eccentric art critic (Swinton) on a confounding quest. Amid overpriced salads and outrageous outbursts (often about FileMaker Pro), a chaotic but charming friendship blossoms, leading to a climax that is trippy and terrific."

Trust us, you'll want to mark your calendar for this one as soon as its release date is announced.

Starring: Julio Torres, Tilda Swinton, RZA, Isabella Rossellini, Larry Owens, Catalina Saavedra, and Greta Lee

How to watch: Problemista will open in theaters in 2024.

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The North Carolina and West Virginia football teams are scheduled to meet in the 2023 Duke’s Mayo Bowl on Wednesday, Dec. 27 at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina. The game is scheduled to start at 5:30 p.m. ET.

UNC comes into the matchup 8-4 overall. Most recently, NC State beat UNC 39-20 on Nov. 25. WVU enters the contest 8-4 overall. On Nov. 25, WVU  defeated Baylor 34-31. Entering Wednesday, UNC and WVU are tied 1-1 in the all-time series.

SEE ALSO: How to watch college football without cable

Mack Brown is the North Carolina football head coach. Neal Brown is the West Virginia football head coach. 

Duke’s Mayo Bowl: UNC vs. WVU football kickoff time and network

The North Carolina vs. West Virginia football matchup in the 2023 Duke’s Mayo Bowl is scheduled to be broadcast on ESPN at 5:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday, Dec. 27. ESPN broadcasters for the game are scheduled to be Matt Barrie (play-by-play), Dan Mullen (analyst), and Harry Lyles Jr. (sideline reporter). 

You can experience college football like never before if you move beyond cable and satellite TV to online streaming with FuboTV or Sling, bringing the game to you wherever you are. 

Best streaming services for WVU vs. UNC football game

As the college football bowl season heats up, those without cable or satellite TV shouldn't feel left out. For the West Virginia vs. North Carolina football matchup in the 2023 Duke’s Mayo Bowl, here are the best streaming options to consider.

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Sling TV brings college sports to you. For $55 monthly, its 44-channel Orange & Blue package, featuring ESPN's coverage of matchups like UNC vs. WVU football, is an excellent option. Plus, your first month comes at a discounted $27.50. 

For fans focused on the 2023 Duke’s Mayo Bowl, the Orange Plan is the way to go. Offering 32 channels including ESPN, it begins with an introductory price of $20 for the first month, followed by a standard $40 monthly fee.

Sling TV’s sports channel offerings include ABC, ACC Network, Big Ten Network, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN3, ESPNews, ESPNU, Fox, FS1, FS2, NBC, NFL Network, Pac-12 Network and SEC Network.

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FuboTV is an ideal starting point for new streamers, offering a seven-day free trial. Its Pro tier, covering more than 250 channels like ESPN for the WVU vs. UNC football game, begins at $54.99 for the first month, then rises to $74.99 monthly.

FuboTV’s sports channel offerings include ABC, ACC Network, Big Ten Network, CBS, CBS Sports Network, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNews, Fox, FS1, FS2, Golf Network, Marquee Sports Network, Monumental Sports, NBC, NBCSN, NFL Network, Pac-12 Network, and SEC Network. 

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Want to catch Manchester City vs. Everton from anywhere in the world? Here’s how to do it for free.

When is Everton vs. Manchester City?

Everton and Manchester City are scheduled to meet at 8:15 p.m. GMT on Wednesday, Dec. 27.

How to watch Everton vs. Manchester City for free

Prime Video is showing 20 Premier League matches in December, including the fixture between Everton and Manchester City.

Have you gone without Amazon Prime for the last 12 months? Then you can register for a 30-day trial to get every Premier League match for free. Just a heads-up that your subscription will auto-renew at the standard rate, but you can also opt out at any time.

For Amazon Prime members in the UK, the Premier League is just a click away. International fans should not fear, because with a VPN, you can bypass geographical limits and join the live action via Prime Video.

Access the Premier League on Prime Video from anywhere in the world by following these simple steps:

1. Sign up for a 30-day Amazon Prime trial (if you're not already a member)

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While the best streaming VPNs do require a fee, many top services offer free trials or money-back guarantees. This allows international streamers to watch Premier League games for free.

What is the best VPN for Prime Video?

ExpressVPN is the best service for Prime Video, for a number of reasons:

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TL;DR: Chelsea vs. Crystal Palace can be streamed on Prime Video. Check out the match for free with a 30-day trial of Amazon Prime.

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This December, Prime Video is your destination for live Premier League action. Watch every festive fixture without a subscription, simply with a free trial. 

Interested in watching Chelsea vs. Crystal Palace? We have the free streaming guide you're looking for.

When is Chelsea vs. Crystal Palace?

Chelsea and Crystal Palace will meet at 7:30 p.m. GMT on Wednesday, Dec. 27.

How to watch Chelsea vs. Crystal Palace for free

Prime Video is showing 20 Premier League matches in December, including the fixture between Chelsea and Crystal Palace.

If Amazon Prime is new to you or it's been over a year since you’ve had the service then sign up for a 30-day trial and enjoy every Premier League fixture for free. Remember, the subscription automatically upgrades to a paid plan at the end of the free trial, but cancellation is an option at any time. 

Amazon Prime's coverage of the Premier League is a UK fan's dream come true. If you're outside the UK, consider using a VPN to overcome geo-restrictions and enjoy live matches on Prime Video.

Access the Premier League on Prime Video from anywhere in the world by following these simple steps:

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4. Open up the app and connect to a server in the UK

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The best VPNs are not free, but they frequently offer free trials or money-back guarantees. International fans can use these to access Premier League matches on Prime Video for free.

What is the best VPN for Prime Video?

ExpressVPN is the best service for Prime Video, for a number of reasons:

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• 30-day money-back guarantee

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When is Brentford vs. Wolves?

Brentford and Wolves will meet at 7:30 p.m. GMT on Wednesday, Dec. 27.

How to watch Brentford vs. Wolves for free

Prime Video is showing 20 Premier League matches in December, including the fixture between Brentford and Wolves.

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What is the best VPN for Prime Video?

ExpressVPN is the best service for Prime Video, for a number of reasons:

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• Fast connection speeds

• Up to five simultaneous connections

• 30-day money-back guarantee

A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for £82.82 and includes an extra three months for free — 49% off for a limited time. This plan also includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee.

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Oh hey there! If you're here, it must be time for Wordle. As always, we're serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today's answer.

If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for Dec. 27's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.

Where did Wordle come from?

Originally created by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, Wordle rapidly spread to become an international phenomenon, with thousands of people around the globe playing every day. Alternate Wordle versions created by fans also sprang up, including battle royale Squabble, music identification game Heardle, and variations like Dordle and Quordle that make you guess multiple words at once. 

Wordle eventually became so popular that it was purchased by the New York Times, and TikTok creators even livestream themselves playing.

Not the day you're after? Here's the Wordle answer for Dec. 26.

What's the best Wordle starting word?

The best Wordle starting word is the one that speaks to you. But if you prefer to be strategic in your approach, we have a few ideas to help you pick a word that might help you find the solution faster. One tip is to select a word that includes at least two different vowels, plus some common consonants like S, T, R, or N.

What happened to the Wordle archive?

The entire archive of past Wordle puzzles used to be available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it. Unfortunately, it has since been taken down, with the website's creator stating it was done at the request of the New York Times.

Is Wordle getting harder?

It might feel like Wordle is getting harder, but it actually isn't any more difficult than when it first began. You can turn on Wordle's Hard Mode if you're after more of a challenge, though.

Why are there two different Wordle answers some days?

Though usually Wordle will only accept one correct solution per day, occasionally it has rebelled against the norm and deem two different answers acceptable. This is due to changes the New York Times made to Wordle after it acquired the puzzle game.

The Times has since added its own updated word list, so this should happen even less frequently than before. To avoid any confusion, it's a good idea to refresh your browser before getting stuck into a new puzzle.

Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:

A type of Chrysanthemum.

Does today's Wordle answer have a double letter?

There are no letters that appear twice.

Today's Wordle is a 5-letter word that starts with...

Today's Wordle starts with the letter D.

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Get your last guesses in now, because it's your final chance to solve today's Wordle before we reveal the solution.

Drumroll please!

The solution to Wordle #921 is...

DAISY.

Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be a new Wordle for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.

Reporting by Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.

Connections is the latest New York Times word game that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.

If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for December 27's Connections solution. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.

What is Connections?

The NYT's latest daily word game has become a social media hit. The Times credits associate puzzle editor Wyna Liu with helping to create the new word game and bringing it to the publications' Games section. Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common.

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Each puzzle features 16 words and each grouping of words is split into four categories. These sets could comprise of anything from book titles, software, country names, etc. Even though multiple words will seem like they fit together, there's only one correct answer. If a player gets all four words in a set correct, those words are removed from the board. Guess wrong and it counts as a mistake—players get up to four mistakes until the game ends.

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Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media.

Here's a hint for today's Connections categories

Want a hit about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:

• Yellow: Bad vibes

• Green: Titles before a name

• Blue: Types of art

• Purple: Peppers

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Need a little extra help? Today's connections fall into the following categories:

• Yellow: Indication of Things To Come

• Green: Name Prefixes

• Blue: Art Mediums

• Purple: ___Pepper

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Ready for the answers? This is your last chance to turn back and solve today's puzzle before we reveal the solutions.

Drumroll, please!

The solution to Connections #199 is...

What is the answer to Connections today

• Indication of Things To Come: MESSAGE, OMEN, SIGN, WARNING

• Name Prefixes: GEN, MS, PROF, REV

• Art Mediums: CHARCOAL, INK, PAINT, PASTEL

• ___Pepper: BELL, BLACK, DR, GHOST

Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be new Connections for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.

Is this not the Connections game you were looking for? Here are the hints and answers to yesterday's Connections.

When I first heard about the potential Apple Watch ban in early February, thanks to The Hill, I thought, "There's no way that one of the most popular smartwatches on the planet would get barred."

Even The Verge was skeptical: "Given the Apple Watch’s popularity and the size of Apple’s coffers, it’ll be surprising if an import ban actually materializes," adding that it's more likely that Masimo, the medical-tech company that sued Apple, will walk away with a licensing agreement.

But here we are. It's the end of 2023 and Apple is now banned from selling its latest wearables: Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2.

But the question is, how did we get here?

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• Jan. 2020. Masimo first sued Apple, according to Bloomberg. The med-tech company accused Apple of promising a partnership (both companies reportedly met in 2013 to discuss a working relationship) — only to turn its back on Masimo by stealing trade secrets and hiring key employees.

• Sept. 2020. Apple introduced the Watch Series 6, which boasted a new blood-oxygen monitoring feature, a technology Masimo claims Apple stole from the med-tech company.

  In the same month, Masimo accused Apple of trying to delay and postpone the legal fight. For background, by this time, Apple already filed requests to dismiss the trade secrets accusation and filed petitions to have Masimo's patents invalidated by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

• June 2021. Masimo filed a complaint to the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), hoping that it would pull the Apple Watch from the market. In short, the complaint claims that Apple infringed upon several patents by releasing a watch that can measure arterial oxygen saturation.

• Oct. 2023. The ITC ruled in favor of Masimo, stating that Apple did, indeed, violate Masimo's patents that protected its blood-oxygen monitoring inventions. The ITC issued an import ban, taking effect on Dec. 26, on the devices that include the technology (i.e., Watch Series 9 and Watch Ultra 2).

• Dec. 2023. The Office of the U.S. Trade Representatives under the Biden administration could have stepped in to veto the ban, but on Dec. 26, it decided against reversing the ITC's ruling, according to The Hill.

So what now?

According Bloomberg, Apple will challenge the ban at the US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. "We strongly disagree with the USITC decision and resulting exclusion order, and are taking all measures to return Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 to customers in the US as soon as possible," an Apple spokesperson said.

On Tuesday, Apple also requested an emergency removal of the ban for a minimum of two weeks while the court mulls over Apple's appeal.

Lowe's finally hopped aboard the Apple Pay bandwagon.

According to MacRumors, the home improvement store allowed customers to use Apple Pay via its website and app, but for the first time, Lowe's patrons can use the contactless payment feature inside its retail stores.

Lowe's finally supports Apple Pay

Reddit is filled complaints about Lowe's lack of Apple Pay support. In one thread, a Redditor claimed that Lowe's was slow to accept Apple Pay because "the card machines would need to be upgraded," adding it would set the retailer back $400 per unit.

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However, Redditors waved the excuse away. "I guarantee the average Lowe's store loses far more than $400 in sales every day from people who don’t have their wallet on their person," RelevantMetaUsername said.

"Yep! Today I had a cart full of stuff," AlgaeEater chimed in. "Went to use tap pay.. they didn't have it. So they lost a huge sale."

Well, they needn't shake their fists anymore. The home improvement store now accepts Apple Pay. According to MacRumors, Apple Pay support began rolling out on Dec. 20, just in time for the holidays.

Interestingly, Lowe's isn't the only popular megastore that has been operating sans Apple Pay. Walmart also doesn't support Apple Pay. However, it's worth noting that it has its own mobile-payment method called Walmart Pay. As such, I wouldn't hold my breath for Apple Pay acceptance at Walmart any time soon.

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Christmas may be over, but if you want to watch future Christmas classic The Holdovers whenever you want, you've got several options.

Released nationwide Nov. 10, The Holdovers is still screening in theaters. But if you'd prefer to have a movie night in, the film is available to rent or purchase through video on demand (VOD). On Dec. 29, The Holdovers will also be streaming on Peacock.

Here's everything you need to know about how to watch The Holdovers at home.

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The Holdovers reunites director Alexander Payne (Sideways, The Descendants) with actor Paul Giamatti for what Mashable's Kristy Puchko describes as "curmudgeon comedy."

Giamatti stars as Professor Hunham, a teacher at a prestigious Boston boarding school who's been tasked with watching the academy's "holdovers." These are the students staying on campus over Christmas break, like the sharp but troubled Angus (Dominic Sessa). They're joined by cafeteria manager Mary (Da'Vine Joy Randolph) who is grieving the still-fresh loss of her son in the Vietnam War. These three may put up prickly facades, but as the holiday break wears on, they may just let their guards down and learn more about one another.

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After a strong premiere at the Telluride Film Festival, and an acclaimed showing at the Toronto International Film Festival, The Holdovers is shaping up to be a major player come awards season. (It's already racked up three Golden Globe nominations.) As Puchko writes, "The Holdovers is a terrific Payne film, bursting with sharp laughs and searing sweetness. Though it teeters when seeking depth in teen angst, this crackling comedy with a dramatic edge is nonetheless a crowdpleaser."

Is The Holdovers streaming? Dominic Sessa and Da'Vine Joy Randolph in "The Holdovers." Credit: Seacia Pavao/Focus Features

The Holdovers is not streaming yet, but come Dec. 29, it will be available to stream on Peacock. Peacock Premium costs $5.99 a month, or $59.99 a year. The ad-free Premium Plus comes out to $11.99 a month, or $119.99 a year.

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If you'd rather rent The Holdovers, or own the film outright, there are other options for you as well. Here are the links to rent and purchase The Holdovers on demand.

• Watch on Amazon Prime Video — $19.99 to rent, $29.99 to buy

• Watch on Apple TV — $19.99 to rent, $29.99 to buy

• Watch on Vudu — $19.99 to rent, $29.99 to buy