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TL;DR: Upgrade to Windows 11 Pro for only $18 through February 2 — that’s an 89% discount.
If you thought AI would only be a fad, take a look at Microsoft. As we speak (or read?), they’re making computers infused with Microsoft Copilot, their latest AI technology. But something even cooler? You don’t have to get a new device to get Copilot — just upgrade to Windows 11.
And, if you’re going for it, go all the way and get the Pro version with the most features, like remote desktop access and hard drive encryption. We have a deal on Windows 11 Pro keys for only $17.97 (reg. $199), and each upgrades two compatible PCs.
AI in Windows 11We realize you can use AI chatbots, so what makes Windows Copilot special? For one, Copilot is built using a custom version of GPT-4, so it’s like getting the premium version of ChatGPT for free.
There are also many perks of having Copilot built into your PC:
Ask it to change system settings instead of finding them yourself
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Already have Windows 11 Home, but curious about what Pro delivers? Remote desktop access becomes super handy in a pinch, as does BitLocker device encryption in case of device loss or theft. You’ll also get Azure AD, Hyper-V, and Windows Sandbox for other professional testing and tasks.
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Opens in a new window Credit: Microsoft Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2019 for Windows $34.97Representation matters. It’s not enough for our favorite television shows to feature actors of color. We need representation behind the scenes as well, to ensure that the stories and experiences of underrepresented groups are being told with honesty, complexity, and respect.
Netflix’s bottomless library features many wonderful shows — from gripping dramas to fluffy comedies — created, produced, written, or directed by Black artists. The best way to lift these creatives up is to call out their names, so in no particular order, here’s a sampling of our favorite Netflix television shows with talented Black creators at their helm. Go forth and binge.
1. Top Boy Credit: NetflixCreated by Ronan Bennett, Top Boy first aired in the UK from 2011 to 2013, originally set in the fictional Summerhouse public housing estate in East London, and drug dealers Dushane and Sully (Ashley Walters and Kane Robinson). Drake revived the show for Netflix alongside Adel Nur, Maverick Carter, and Jamal Henderson in 2019, with Walters and Robinson returning to their roles, and Lover's Rock star Micheal Ward joining as new gang leader Jamie.
SEE ALSO: The 20 best British TV shows to stream on NetflixThis meaty drama, which has been compared to HBO’s The Wire, is startlingly grounded, anchored by a young, talented cast that radiates with vulnerability. This is television at its best.
How to watch: Top Boy is streaming on Netflix.
2. Dear White People Joelle Brooks (Ashley Blaine Featherson) and Samantha White (Logan Browning). Credit: NetflixCreated by Justin Simien and based on the award-winning film he wrote and directed, Dear White People follows a group of Black college students as they navigate the highs and lows of attending an Ivy League school. The show contains humor and drama in equal measure, examining systemic racism at Winchester College with grace, insight, and a sharp wit. With Simien himself writing and directing many of the episodes, and featuring one of the best soundtracks on Netflix, it's no wonder that this clever and endearing show is beloved by audiences and critics alike.
How to watch: Dear White People is streaming on Netflix.
3. When They See Us Credit: NetflixThe most culturally significant project Netflix released in 2019, Ava DuVernay's When They See Us revisits the case of the Central Park Five in excruciating detail. Examining the wrongful convictions of five Black and Latino men — Antron McCray, Kevin Richardson, Yusef Salaam, Raymond Santana, and Korey Wise — for rape in 1989 (for which they would be exonerated over a decade later) this poignant true-crime miniseries offers a heart-wrenching look at the ongoing flaws in our justice system. A powerful watch, When They See Us highlights the insidious biases that plague our society and the vulnerable people put at risk.* — Alison Foreman, Entertainment Reporter
How to watch: When They See Us is streaming on Netflix.
4. Family Reunion Credit: NetflixMeg DeLoatch, a former Family Matters producer, created this bright and lovable sitcom about a family from Seattle who moves to Georgia to be closer to their relatives. Tia Mowry shines as Cocoa McKellan, a mother of four doing her best to make the right choices for her family. A sweet, endearing, G-rated comedy, Family Reunion mines many of its laughs from family discord, but the love between these characters is palpable and deep.
How to watch: Family Reunion is streaming on Netflix.
5. BookmarksJesse Collins Entertainment has teamed up with #1000BlackGirlBooks founder Marley Dias, children's media consultant Kevin A. Clark, and showrunner Fracaswell Hyman for Bookmarks: Celebrating Black Voices. Much like Reading Rainbow, Bookmarks features readings of kid's books, but here, all the readers are Black celebrities, like Tiffany Haddish, Lupita Nyong’o, and Common, and all the books are written by Black authors. This absolutely delightful show seeks to bring more light to stories that showcase the Black experience.
How to watch: Bookmarks is streaming on Netflix.
6. She's Gotta Have It Nola Darling (DeWanda Wise) and Mars Blackmon (Anthony Ramos). Credit: NetflixSpike Lee's Netflix series inspired by his 1986 film may have been canned after two seasons, She's Gotta Have It should be on your list. Joining happily nonmonogamous protagonist Nola Darling (DeWanda Wise) in her daily experiences juggling sex, dating, friendship, politics, misogyny, and making art in Brooklyn comes with one exceptional soundtrack — this is a Spike Lee joint, after all.* — Shannon Connellan, UK Editor
How to watch: She's Gotta Have It is now streaming on Netflix.
7. Yasuke Credit: NetflixThis LeSean Thomas original anime series is inspired by the story of Yasuke, a real-life 16th-century Black samurai. Through flashbacks, we piece together the events that led Yasuke (LaKeith Stanfield) to abandon his warrior's life and hole up in a small town. In the present, after years of solitude, impending danger forces him to once again pick up his katana. Set in a mystical feudal Japan, and elevated by a fresh soundtrack from Flying Lotus, this alternate reality story of an actual historical figure is moody, well-paced, and engrossing. Though far too heavy and gory for kids, Yasuke is a cool treat for those adults who love anti-heroes and stunning sword fights.*
How to watch: Yasuke is streaming on Netflix.
8. ZeroWritten by Italian author Antonio Dikele Distefano, Zero is a fresh take on the superhero genre. Omar, the son of Senegalese immigrants, lives in public housing on the outskirts of Milan and has a secret: He can become invisible. A relatively shy kid, Omar's powers are based on his emotions. Whenever he feels something intensely, he vanishes. What's different from other superhero stories is that in Zero, the main villain is not some crazed megalomaniac but the poverty and gentrification affecting the area where Omar lives.
How to watch: Zero is streaming on Netflix.
9. JIVA! Cheeeeese! Credit: Neo BaepiYou've got to love a dance drama, and Netflix's latest series will have you up out of your seat. Created by showrunner Busisiwe Ntintili (Intersexions and Happiness is a Four Letter Word), JIVA! hinges around dancer Ntombi (Noxolo Dlamini), who juggles working at a cheesy marine park and taking care of her family in Umlazi, Durban in South Africa. As the fifth annual Jiva Loxion Dance Competition looms, Ntombi gathers her friends to practice hard and compete for the title. — S.C.
How to watch: JIVA! is now streaming on Netflix.
10. All AmericanWhen a South LA high school football player is recruited to play for Beverly Hills High, his world is turned upside down. Based on the life of actual NFL linebacker Spencer Paysinger, All American is a compelling, satisfying drama with an absolutely stellar cast. Taye Diggs sparkles as the head coach at Beverly Hills High, and Daniel Ezra expertly handles his breakout role as the star wide receiver with complete confidence. All American is led by showrunner Nkechi Okoro Carroll and regularly features Black writers and directors like Benny Boom, Dawn Wilkinson, Kevin Rodney Sullivan, Jameal Turner, Cam'ron Moore, and many more.
How to watch: All American is streaming on Netflix.
11. Everything Now Credit: Netflix / Left BankAfter a stay at a rehabilitation facility for disordered eating, 16-year-old Mia (Sophie Wilde) is so excited to get back to teen life she makes a “F*ck It Bucket List” of debaucherous activities to make up for time lost. Sex, drugs, partying — she wants to do everything. Now. Ripley Parker’s stunningly confident debut series is about healing, mental health, sexuality, queerness, and more, but it never makes any of these heavy topics a clunky PSA or defining plot point. Instead, we explore these subjects through the characters’ experiences, without need for larger commentary. The result is a sexy, smart, and sophisticated teen comedy-drama that will make you laugh, cry, and click “next episode."
How to watch: Everything Now is now streaming on Netflix.
12. Colin in Black & White Credit: NetflixIn a searing delivery straight to camera, Colin Kaepernick opens his limited series by comparing the dehumanizing process of the NFL Combine, where athletes show off their physical prowess to NFL scouts, to the 19th-century slave auctions, where Black bodies were also inspected and analyzed as products, not people. From there, Kaepernick steps off screen to narrate as we witness his teenage self experience the events that led him to become an activist as an adult. Colin in Black & White is not like any other show you’ve seen before. Created by Kaepernick and Ava DuVernay, this captivating, genre-pushing drama series will force you to confront harsh truths while you root for young Colin, searching for his place in the world.
How to watch: Colin in Black & White is now streaming on Netflix.
13. Supacell Credit: Olly Courtney / NetflixA hell of a refreshing take on the modern superhero genre, Supacell was one of the more anticipated British shows on Netflix this year. We'd been waiting for showrunner, creator, and director Rapman's, aka Andrew Onwubolu, series for an age — and the result was an absolute banger of a first season. Set in South London, Supacell sees five strangers — Michael (Tosin Cole), Sabrina (Nadine Mills), Andre (Eric Kofi Abrefa), Rodney (Calvin Demba), and Tazer (Josh Tedeku) — suddenly land superpowers, all while dealing with complications in their own lives. With powerful performances, impressive special effects, and a timely mystery at the show's core, Supacell leaned on realism for a unique take on the genre while turning stereotypes on their head.* — Shannon Connellan, U.K. Editor
How to watch: Supacell is now streaming on Netflix.
14. From Scratch Credit: Aaron Epstein / NetflixZoe Saldaña has spent much of the last few years in green makeup (for Guardians of the Galaxy) or in a motion-capture suit (for Avatar). But in this beautiful, heart-wrenching adaptation of Tembi Locke’s memoir, Zoe Saldaña is just a human in love — and it is captivating.
As Amy, Saldaña travels to Florence to study art against her father’s advice. There she meets Lino, Eugenio Mastrandrea in an electric and swoon-worthy performance as a passionate Sicilian chef who is all in on Amy with his first glance. After a few false starts, a profoundly moving romance ensues, and we watch the pair’s love grow and evolve as life throws challenges their way. From Scratch (created by Tembi and Attica Locke) is enthralling in its intensity, boasts a stellar cast (Danielle Deadwyler, Keith David, Giacomo Gianniotti, and more), and luxuriates in its gorgeous shots of food. You will fall in love with this couple and simply will not be able to stop watching or move on with your life until you find out how their story ends.*
How to watch: From Scratch is now streaming on Netflix.
15. Champion Credit: NetflixBosco Champion (Malcolm Kamulete) is an up-and-coming rap artist in South London with his career ahead of him. He couldn’t have found such success without the hard work of his sister, Vita (Déja J. Bowens), who manages his career, writes his songs, coaches him through his panic attacks, and more. But Vita also has dreams… and when she has the chance to record her own music, she seizes it, risking her relationship with her brother and family to take her shot. Created by Candice Carty-Williams (Queenie), Champion is a moody music drama with slick performances, astute social commentary, and of course, a fantastic soundtrack.
How to watch: Champion is now streaming on Netflix.
16. Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story Credit: Liam Daniel / NetflixQueen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story is a lavish, ebullient triumph, and further evidence that Shonda Rhimes just doesn’t miss. Delving into the personal history of the tragic, impulsive, and steely queen we know and love from Bridgerton Seasons 1 and 2, we watch a young girl transform into a formidable monarch — and fall in love along the way. The costumes are sumptuous, the drama juicy, and the romance slow-burning. It checks all the boxes while still making space for a thread of sadness that lends gravitas and complexity to the entire Bridgerton world. An ambitious and beautiful show that fully earns its shining crown as Netflix’s newest darling.*
How to watch: Queen Charlotte is now streaming on Netflix.
17. Blood and Water Credit: NetflixWhen high schooler Puleng (Ama Qamata) suspects a popular teen from another school is the sister who was kidnapped from her family as a baby, Puleng stops at nothing, even transferring to a new school, to get to the truth. Investigation becomes fixation, and Puleng finds there’s more to this mystery than she ever could have guessed. Created by Nosipho Dumisa-Ngoasheng, Blood and Water is a moody, suspenseful teen crime drama from South Africa that has rightfully garnered attention from the likes of Gabrielle Union and Lil Nas X. And now it’s your turn!!
How to watch: Blood and Water is now streaming on Netflix.
18. Bridgerton Credit: Liam Daniel / NetflixDo you want your period romances to have a little less pomp and a little more sex? Shonda Rimes is here for you. A Regency romance filled with classical pop covers, Bridgerton hinges around the titular family, which has a plethora of kids approaching marrying age. Season 1 follows the eldest daughter Daphne’s (Phoebe Dynevor) debut and subsequent love story, while Season 2 sees her brother Anthony (An absolute cad! A veritable rake! Played by Jonathan Bailey!) attempt to find himself a suitable wife. All these matches happen under the watchful, indomitable eye of Queen Charlotte (Golda Rosheuvel), who herself earned a spectacular spinoff in 2023, and the judgmental commentary of anonymous gossip columnist Lady Whistledown (voiced by Julie Andrews).
Based on Julia Quinn’s popular novels, Bridgerton has all the trappings of a sweeping period romance: suppressed emotions, longing glances, oppressive societal expectations, gorgeous costumes, and dance scenes dripping with hidden meaning. But it adds to the mix a refreshingly modern sexual intimacy and a cheerful willingness to pander — and that’s what makes it so completely irresistible.*
How to watch: Bridgerton is now streaming on Netflix.
Issa Rae’s whip-smart comedy-drama Insecure is easily one of the best TV series of the recent era. The characters are fresh and fully realized, the plots are relatable and engrossing, the tone is honest and biting, and the cast? Simply spectacular. Issa Rae, Yvonne Orji, and Jay Ellis’ careers have skyrocketed since Insecure debuted in 2016, and after watching one episode, you’ll understand why. The actors and script support each other in such a natural, organic way you’ll forget you’re watching TV and feel like you’re checking in with your old friends. Insecure is centered around the friendship between Issa and Molly (Orji) as they navigate careers, relationships, and the unique stressors found in your late 20s. If you somehow have missed this cultural touchstone, take this as your cue: Watch Insecure now!
How to watch: Insecure is now streaming on Netflix.
20. Queen SonoQueen Sono (Pearl Thusi) is the daughter of an anti-apartheid freedom fighter and a top secret agent for the Special Operations Group, a South African intelligence agency. She deftly carries out dangerous undercover spy missions, all while secretly working to solve the mystery of her mother’s assassination. Kagiso Lediga’s Queen Sono is a stylish spy thriller with juicy relationships and fun action sequences. Everything you need for a great time!
How to watch: Queen Sono is now streaming on Netflix.
A BET+ reboot of the beloved 1996 film, First Wives Club follows the same formula as its predecessor: A group of women reconnect after being let down by the men in their lives and find a new sense of self and purpose through their friendship. Michelle Buteau, Jill Scott, and Ryan Michelle Bathe each sparkle as Bri, Hazel, and Ari, with a lived-in mutual affection that leaps off the screen. It’s a warm, funny, comforting watch that will make you want to call your friends just to say hey.
How to watch: First Wives Club is now streaming on Netflix.
Asterisks (*) indicate the entry comes from another Mashable streaming list.
UPDATE: Jan. 29, 2025, 3:07 p.m. EST This list was first published on May 28, 2022. It has been updated to reflect current streaming options.
I’m going to start this review with some brutal honesty: I’m very picky about rugs. With two large dogs, one of which is a husky, and concrete floors, rugs are a necessity in this household as much as a headache. Between constantly battling dog hair, scrubbing out stains, and yes — the occasional dog vomit — I’ve learned that some rugs are better than others, and sometimes “stain resistant” or “washable” rugs are anything but.
When I was asked to try out Ruggable’s premium medium pile rugs, however, it felt like a godsend because it happened to be the exact same week that my husky took a lil poo on my all-time favorite rug. My all-time favorite shag rug, which absolutely could not be saved.
This wasn’t my first time trying out RuggableTime for my second piece of honesty: I’ve tried Ruggable before, and I absolutely hated it. Soon after moving into our downtown condo, my partner and I embarked on a quest to cover our concrete floors with rugs. We’d found ones for our bedroom, living room, and office (RIP to my favorite), but our massive open kitchen/dining room was proving to be a challenge — especially in such a high-traffic, stain-prone area. Because we don’t live under a rock, we’d heard of Ruggable and decided to give it a try. Surely a washable rug would make the best option for our space?
SEE ALSO: The 6 best robot vacuums for pet hair, tested and reviewedExcept we were very wrong. Right out of the box, our first Ruggable looked terrible. Instead of a rug, it looked like a cheap piece of fabric with a poorly printed design that barely matched the photo, and aligning the 9 x 12-foot rug on top of the pad was nigh impossible. Immediately after rolling it out and battling with the alignment, we both shook our heads, rolled it back up, and promptly returned it assuming that Ruggable kinda sucked.
We were wrong.
My second experience with Ruggable blew the first out of the waterA year after that experience, we visited a friend’s new house for the first time. Sitting around her dining room table, my partner mentioned our long-term struggle to find decent rugs that were dog friendly and asked where she’d found so many incredible rugs. Her answer? Ruggable.
We were shocked. They were so much better than our first Ruggable experience, enough so that — when the chance came to test Ruggable again a few weeks later — we decided to chalk it up as a blip. Our friend’s rugs were stunning, soft, and looked like “real” rugs, so we eagerly picked out the design we wanted to try and waited for it to arrive.
Straight away, I was impressed by how much Ruggable’s selection had improved in a year. They had so many more designs available — including more plush, shag, and outdoor options than before — as well as what we wanted to test: premium, medium pile rugs.
We did struggle to find a style we both liked, mainly because Ruggable’s selection tended to steer toward minimal, muted colors and we were hoping for something a little bit brighter, but we landed on a 6 x 9-foot Absida Teal Premium Rug that would be perfect for our shared home office. At $479, it was about $100 more than our last rug, but the washability factor alone made it worth it, so we placed our order and were pleased when it arrived eight days later.
What I loved about my new Ruggable rugFirst things first, our second purchase from Ruggable was nothing like the first. The premium 7-millimeter rug cover was plush, well-designed, and actually looked like a high-quality, durable rug. The pattern was exactly what we wanted, and it was much easier to align with the cushioned rug pad than our first experience. It took us about 10 minutes to get the furniture out of the way, lay out the rug pad, and get everything lined up, and — other than a slight overlap where the rug was a few inches longer on one end than the pad — we were super pleased with the results.
Credit: Jandra Sutton / Mashable photoA few months later, I can honestly say the same. Not only is our Ruggable just as soft as the other medium pile rugs in our house but it’s been super easy to clean and maintain. Whenever dog hair starts to build up, we just give it a quick sweep and it’s back to looking crisp and clean as ever.
I will admit that we (thankfully) haven’t needed to put our Ruggable in the washing machine yet, but spot-cleaning it with a damp cloth has been way easier than cleaning our other medium pile rugs — and worlds better than battling against a super plush shag rug.
What I don’t love about RuggableAside from the lack of super vibrant rugs, my only real complaint with the premium Ruggable is adjusting it. It’s not necessarily difficult to get it aligned, but the velcro backing does make it a lot harder than dragging a normal rug over a rug pad. Plus, because the rug cover is a bit bigger than the cushioned rug pad beneath it, getting it matched up can be a challenge — one we gave up on. Our rug sits a few inches over the rug pad on one end, and it’s at least one inch over on all other sides, and it’s definitely noticeable. Even though some of our other rugs have slightly smaller rug pads, something about Ruggable’s rug covers made the overlap a bit more visible than our other rugs.
Is Ruggable worth the price?It depends. If you have pets or kids — or you need a rug that’s easy to keep clean in a high-traffic area — then absolutely. Ruggable has far exceeded my expectations when it comes to a versatile, durable rug, and it’s certainly been easier to clean than any of my “traditional” rugs.
If you’re looking for something that is going to look and feel impeccably plush and soft, however, I’m on the fence. The premium medium pile rugs certainly feel better than I thought they would, but a lot of the thickness comes from the cushioned rug pad — which is an absolute must-buy. It’s not that our Ruggable looks bad by any means, it just…doesn’t quite look or feel quite as good as a stunning, high-quality rug can look.
And considering the 6 x 9-foot premium rug we got from Ruggable clocks in at $479, that’s almost double the price we’ve paid for most of our other medium pile rugs of the same size. It is a little easier to clean than some, but the visible overlap is still an annoyance.
It’s also worth noting that while Ruggable touts its rugs as interchangeable — meaning you can swap out the rug cover for a new one whenever you want to change up the style — the rug cover we got would be $390 by itself. You can save quite a bit by switching to Ruggable’s classic 2-millimeter rug cover over the premium 7-millimeter rug, but the loss of thickness isn’t quite worth it in my opinion.
Obviously, Ruggable’s premium medium pile rugs are still cheaper than many other rugs on the market, but whether or not it’s the right option for you depends on your situation. If you’re looking for something on thickness or appearance alone? It might not be the right option for you. But if you’re looking for an attractive, durable and washable rug that will see a lot of action? The price of a Ruggable might be worth it.
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The first weekend of the 2025 Six Nations includes some really interesting matchups, but Ireland vs. England is the pick of the bunch in round one. Ireland are looking to defend their title, and will be favorites to win this one in front of a home crowd.
If you want to watch Ireland vs. England in the 2025 Six Nations for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.
When is Ireland vs. England?Ireland vs. England in the 2025 Six Nations starts at 4:45 p.m. GMT on Feb. 1. This fixture takes place at the Aviva Stadium.
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Rugby fans have been expecting Scotland to make the leap for a few years now. The team is talented, but there's something stopping them from making good on all that promise. Could the 2025 Six Nations be the start of something special?
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When is Scotland vs. Italy?Scotland vs. Italy in the 2025 Six Nations starts at 2:15 p.m. GMT on Feb. 1. This fixture takes place at Murrayfield Stadium.
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Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games 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 today's Connections solution. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.
SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable 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.
Tweet may have been deletedEach 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.
Tweet may have been deletedPlayers 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.
SEE ALSO: NYT's The Mini crossword answers for February 1 Here's a hint for today's Connections categoriesWant a hint about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:
Yellow: A cast of colors
Green: Solve the case
Blue: A problem with someone
Purple: Strike this
Need a little extra help? Today's connections fall into the following categories:
Yellow: Tint
Green: Components of a Mystery
Blue: Take Issue With
Purple: Strike A___
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Drumroll, please!
The solution to today's Connections #601 is...
What is the answer to Connections todayTint: HUE, SHADE, TINGE, TONE
Components of a Mystery: ALIBI, CLUE, DETECTIVE, SUSPECT
Take Issue With: CHALLENGE, CONTEST, DISPUTE, QUESTION
Strike A___: CHORD, DEAL, MATCH, POSE
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.
SEE ALSO: NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for February 1Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.
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Connections: Sports Edition is a new version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans.
Like the original Connections, 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 the latest Connections solution. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.
SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable What is Connections Sports Edition?The NYT's latest daily word game has launched in association with The Athletic, the New York Times property that provides the publication's sports coverage. Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common.
Tweet may have been deletedEach 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.
Tweet may have been deletedPlayers 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 Sports Edition categoriesWant a hint about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:
Yellow: Where a golf ball might land
Green: Mascots in Colorado
Blue: Movies involving fighters
Purple: Crucial areas in sports like football and baseball
Need a little extra help? Today's connections fall into the following categories:
Yellow: Areas on a golf course
Green: A Colorado athlete
Blue: Boxing movies
Purple: ____ zone
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Drumroll, please!
The solution to today's Connections Sports Edition #131 is...
What is the answer to Connections Sports Edition todayAreas of a golf course - BUNKER, FRINGE, GREEN, ROUGH
A Colorado athlete - BRONCO, BUFFALO, NUGGET, RAPID
Boxing movies - ALI, CREED, RAGING BULL, ROCKY
____ zone - END, RED, STRIKE, MATCHUP
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.
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If you're reading this, you're looking for a little help playing Strands, the New York Times' elevated word-search game.
Strands requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns. Every single letter in the grid will be part of an answer. There's always a theme linking every solution, along with the "spangram," a special, word or phrase that sums up that day's theme, and spans the entire grid horizontally or vertically.
SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on MashableBy providing an opaque hint and not providing the word list, Strands creates a brain-teasing game that takes a little longer to play than its other games, like Wordle and Connections.
If you're feeling stuck or just don't have 10 or more minutes to figure out today's puzzle, we've got all the NYT Strands hints for today's puzzle you need to progress at your preferred pace.
SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Answer, hints for February 1 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for February 1 NYT Strands hint for today’s theme: Hunt and peckThese words are large game birds.
Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explainedWords are birds of prey that hunt and scavenge for their food.
NYT Strands spangram hint: Is it vertical or horizontal?Today's NYT Strands spangram is vertical.
NYT Strands spangram answer todayToday's spangram is Raptors.
Featured Video For You Strands 101: How to win NYT’s latest word game NYT Strands word list for February 1Vulture
Eagle
Hawk
Falcon
Condor
Kestrel
Osprey
Raptors
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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 today's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.
SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: NYT Connections today: Hints and answers for February 1 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.
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 was originally available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it, but it was later taken down, with the website's creator stating it was done at the request of the New York Times. However, the New York Times then rolled out its own Wordle Archive, available only to NYT Games subscribers.
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.
SEE ALSO: NYT's The Mini crossword answers for February 1, 2025 Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:Used to fasten metal or plastic.
Does today's Wordle answer have a double letter?There are no reoccurring letters.
Today's Wordle is a 5-letter word that starts with...Today's Wordle starts with the letter R.
SEE ALSO: Wordle-obsessed? These are the best word games to play IRL. The Wordle answer today is...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 today's Wordle is...
RIVET.
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.
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SEE ALSO: NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for February 1Reporting by Chance Townsend, Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.
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In an apparent effort to curry favor with then-President-elect Donald Trump, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg ordered the removal of tampons from all men's bathrooms in company offices. This decision wasn’t about cost-cutting or efficiency — it took effort, served no practical purpose, and sent a clear message about the company’s shifting priorities.
Since Trump’s victory, Zuckerberg has overseen a series of policy changes at Meta that critics warn could foster hate speech, misinformation, and harassment on its platforms. Under his leadership, the company has eliminated fact-checkers for Community Notes, lifted prohibitions on certain forms of hate speech, scrapped DEI initiatives, and removed trans-inclusive features from its apps, all while reinstating political content recommendations that could amplify extremist views. These moves align with broader conservative criticisms of social media companies, which Trump and his allies have long accused of being biased against the right.
SEE ALSO: Mark Zuckerberg doubles down on Meta's submission to TrumpIn response to these changes, some progressive Meta employees appear to be pushing back in small but symbolic ways.
After tampons, liners, and pads were removed from men’s bathrooms earlier this month, they mysteriously reappeared — not through company policy, but through the quiet defiance of workers who brought in their own supplies. According to five anonymous sources cited by The New York Times, employees also circulated a petition calling for Meta to reinstate the amenities.
Meta, however, stood firm on its stance. The company reportedly responded it had "not been the intention of Meta leadership to make employees feel unwelcome or excluded in our offices, [but] at this point, we do not have plans to revisit our on-site amenities offerings." Don't worry, though — the feedback was shared with leadership.
It raises the infamous Linkin Park query: Can you really "take it down from the inside"?
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg finally addressed his employees' concerns around recent changes within the company.
Zuckerberg on Thursday discussed a range of issues during a meeting, most noticeably the dismantling of Meta's fact-checking policies and diversity programs. Zuckerberg made it clear that the company was abandoning both in order to curry favor with the Trump administration.
“I want to be clear, after the last several years, we now have an opportunity to have a productive partnership with the United States government,” Mr. Zuckerberg said, according to a leaked interview provided to the New York Times. “We’re going to take that.”
Zuckerberg also further confirmed the end of its DEI initiatives were due to the Trump's administration's views.
SEE ALSO: Mark Zuckerberg wants more 'masculine energy' in corporate America“We’re in the middle of a pretty rapidly changing policy and regulatory landscape that views any policy that might advantage any one group of people over another as something that is unlawful,” Zuckerberg said. “Because of that, we and every other institution out there are going to need to adjust.”
A number of large companies, from Apple to Costco, are sticking with their diversity programs regardless of Trump's push against them.
404 Media, another outlet that obtained audio from the meeting, shared how Zuckerberg later lamented how there are certain topics he couldn't address due to media leaks.
“Everything I say leaks," Zuckerberg said. "And it sucks, right?” (Meta reportedly sent an internal memo to employees after the meeting to let them know that anyone talking to the media would be fired.)
In the meeting, Zuckerberg also touched upon the looming TikTok ban. The Meta CEO acknowledged that TikTok was one of the company's biggest competitors but that Meta did not have control over the issue.
Zuckerberg also addressed the Chinese AI app DeepSeek, which has upended the tech industry. This week, DeepSeek released an AI model it created for significantly cheaper than U.S.-based AI models. According to Zuckerberg, DeepSeek's choice to release their AI model as free and open-source would help Meta as the company has the same strategy with its own AI model, Llama. Being that Meta doesn't charge for its AI but has much more funding than DeepSeek, Zuckerberg claimed the Chinese app will not affect their business negatively, as it has with companies like Nvidia and OpenAI.
SEE ALSO: Mark Zuckerberg announces $60 billion investment in Meta AIThe Big Game is just over a week away, so you know what that means: It's time to start planning the watch party. And if you want to be the best host possible, you're going to want a pretty stellar TV and streaming setup. Also, order a few pizzas.
SEE ALSO: What's new to streaming this week? (Jan. 31, 2025)That can quickly become an expensive task, though, so you'll want to take advantage of some deals if you don't want to end up going into credit card debt over simply watching football. Thankfully, Roku is offering a few great discounts on some of their most popular offerings, including TVs and streaming devices. Check out our top Roku deal picks below, and whichever team you're rooting for next week, we hope they win.
Roku Pro Series 4K TV Opens in a new window Credit: Roku Roku 55-inch Class Pro Series 4K TV $599.99 at Best BuyOne of Roku's best budget-friendly TVs is $300 off ahead of The Big Game, coming out to just $599.99 for the 55-inch model (the 65-inch and 75-inch versions are also on sale for $400 off and $700 off, respectively). The 4K QLED TV features automatic brightness and local dimming, HDR10+, Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos support, and a Bluetooth headphone mode. You'll also get a Roku Voice Remote, as well as built-in Roku streaming UI. Don't miss out on this deal if you've been planning on adding another TV to your lineup.
Roku Express 4K+ Opens in a new window Credit: Roku Roku Express 4K+ $23.50 at AmazonIf you already have a TV but aren't too fond of its interface, consider adding one of Roku's streaming devices to it. The Roku Express 4K+ is even more budget-friendly than usual right now — it's on sale for $16.49 off the original price, at just $23.50. It's one of Roku's more basic streaming products, but it still packs in valuable features like speedy WiFi performance, voice controls, and Roku's streamlined UI.
Roku Streaming Stick 4K Opens in a new window Credit: Roku Roku Streaming Stick 4K $39.00 at AmazonA step up from the Express 4K+, the Roku Streaming Stick 4K is extremely easy to set up (just plug it right into your TV) and features Dolby Vision picture quality and faster WiFi performance. You can get one at Amazon for just $39, or $10.99 off the usual price.
Roku Ultra Opens in a new window Credit: Roku Roku Ultra $79.00 at AmazonFinally, Roku's top-of-the-line offering in terms of streaming devices: the Roku Ultra. It's the brand's fastest streaming player and has the best picture quality out of all the options. You'll also get the Roku Voice Remote Pro, which features backlit buttons, a rechargeable battery, and a lost remote finder. Get one for $20.99 off the original price, at $79.
UPDATE: Jan. 30, 2025, 1:00 p.m. EST This story has been updated with the latest A24 releases — 'Babygirl,' 'The Brutalist,' 'Queer,' 'We Live in Time,' and others — as well as new streaming details.
Quick links to watch A24 films: BEST FOR 2022-2023 A24 FILMS Paramount+ with Showtime $11.99 per month or $119.99 per year Get Deal BEST FOR OLDER A24 FILMS Kanopy Free with a library card or university login Get Deal BEST FOR 2024-2025 A24 FILMS Max $9.99 per month or $99.99 per year Get DealA24, the cult favorite indie film studio, had one helluva 2024. It kicked things off with one of our favorite films of the entire year, Problemista, then proceeded to steadily drop gem after gem. Besides Problemista, a few more of our favorite films of 2024 hail from A24, like the retro romantic thriller Love Lies Bleeding, the sexually explosive Babygirl, and the post-World War II immigrant saga The Brutalist.
It comes as no surprise, though. Last year, many of our favorite films also came from the indie studio, including the Oscar-winning Holocaust film The Zone of Interest and the charming romance Past Lives. We're already preparing ourselves for another doozy of a year for A24 in 2025.
SEE ALSO: The 25 best movies of 2024, and where to watch themIf you slept on any of the A24 films released in the past year or two, we've got you covered with a roundup of the flicks worth your time and where you can watch them, as well as what's in store for the coming months. Plus, if you're looking for classic A24 flicks, we've got a streaming hack that could let you watch them for free.
Which streaming service has the most A24 films?In December 2023, Warner Bros. Discovery signed a deal with A24 to bring the distributor's theatrical releases to their Max streaming service in 2024. Thus, any new A24 release will be headed to Max in 2024 and 2025. Unfortunately, the majority of previous releases are still housed on Paramount+ with Showtime, including most of the films released in 2022 and the first half of 2023. Depending on which films you're interested in, these two streamers are your best bet for watching A24 movies.
How to watch older A24 moviesWant to watch classic A24 movies such as Midsommar, Eighth Grade, The Lighthouse, 20th Century Women, mid90s, and lots more? If you have a library card or university ID, then you can stream thousands of movies for free on Kanopy, including a slew of older A24 films. You won't find the newest 2023 or 2024 films on Kanopy, but plenty of standouts are available to watch at your leisure, thanks to the generous support of your public library or university.
Opens in a new window Credit: Kanopy Kanopy Free with a library card or university login Watch NowIf you're looking to watch specific films from the past year or so, here's a breakdown of the best ways to watch recent A24 releases:
How to watch Babygirl: Buy or rent on digitalOne of Mashable's top 10 favorite movies of 2024, Babygirl follows powerful CEO Romy (Nicole Kidman) as she tries to balance her demanding professional life with her personal life, which includes a loving husband (Antonio Banderas) and two teenage daughters (Vaughan Reilly and Esther McGregor). When the cocky intern Samuel (Triangle of Sadness' Harris Dickinson) starts inappropriately flirting with her, it leads to a lusty affair exploring dominance and submission that threatens to break her entire world apart. Mashable Film Editor Kristy Puchko calls it "one of the sexiest, most thrilling films of the year."
Babygirl hit theaters on Christmas Day and became available to watch at home via digital on demand retailers as of Jan. 28. You can rent or purchase the film for your digital collection at Prime Video or Apple TV+ for $19.99 or $24.99.
Read our full review of Babygirl.
Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Prime Video Rent or buy 'Babygirl' at Prime Video $19.99 to rent, $24.99 to buy Get Deal How to watch The Brutalist: Buy or rent on digital starting Feb. 25"A towering paean to the American dream," as Mashable reviewer Siddhant Adlakha puts it, The Brutalist clocked in at number 17 on our list of the best films of 2024. The 3.5-hour film tells the tale of László Tóth (Adrien Brody), a fictitious Jewish Hungarian architect and survivor of the Holocaust, over several decades as he arrives in America post-World War II. "It embodies the kind of American epics no longer really made by Hollywood studios. All the while, the film also explores the fraught corners of post-World War II Jewish identity in the West," Adlakha writes.
Currently, the only way to watch The Brutalist is by heading to the theater. However, the digital release date is set for Feb. 25. You'll be able to rent or purchase the film for $19.99 or $24.99 at that time. Thanks to the A24 multi-year output deal with Warner Bros. Discovery, we also expect it will eventually make its way to Max alongside other A24 theatrical releases.
Read Mashable's review of The Brutalist.
Opens in a new window Credit: Fandango See 'The Brutalist' in theaters Get Deal How to watch Queer: Buy or rent on digitalLuca Guadagnino reteamed with Challengers writer Justin Kuritzkes for Queer, an adaptation of the 1985 novel by William S. Burroughs. It's a scintillating and steamy tale set in 1950s Mexico City that follows William Lee (Daniel Craig), an American expat in his late forties who fuels his sense of loneliness with booze, bravado, and loveable loser pal Joe (Jason Schwartzman). When he meets Eugene Allerton (Drew Starkey), a young student visiting the city, it's a stirring and intoxicating connection. "Queer is both visually lush, sexually explosive, and emotionally infuriating. It is not a journey that leaves our hearts full, but open and aching," Mashable Film Editor Kristy Puchko writes.
Queer made its theatrical debut on Nov. 27, 2024 and just a month and a half later, it hit digital retailers. You can now buy or rent the film at Prime Video or Apple TV+ for $24.99 or $19.99.
Read our full review of Queer.
Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Prime Video Buy or rent 'Queer' at Prime Video $24.99 to buy, $19.99 to rent Get Deal How to watch Y2K: Buy or rent on digitalWritten and directed by Saturday Night Live alum Kyle Mooney, Y2K follows two high school juniors Danny (Julian Dennison) and Eli (Jaeden Martell) as they crash a New Year's Eve houes party on the last night of 1999. What they anticipated to be a fun night where Eli could get close to his crush Laura (Rachel Zegler) turns into the fight of their lives as electronics transform into murder machines. In her review, Mashable's entertainment editor Kristy Puchko called the film "a solid stoner comedy, gleefully dumb and unapologetically wacky."
Y2K hit digital retailers on Dec. 24 and is available to buy or rent for just $19.99 or $5.99 at Prime Video, Apple TV+, Fandango at Home, and more. It will be available to stream on Max at an unspecified later date.
Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Prime Video Rent or buy 'Y2K' at Prime Video $5.99 to rent, $19.99 to buy Get Deal How to watch We Live in Time: Stream it on Max starting Feb. 7We Live in Time follows the relationship between Almut (Florence Pugh) and Tobias (Andrew Garfield), from meeting and falling in love to starting a family together. The drama is told in snapshots throughout the course of their lives as they learn to live in the moment and enjoy the time they have together — which may not be as long as either of them hoped.
As of Nov. 22, We Live in Time is available to rent for $19.99 or purchase for $24.99 at digital retailers like Prime Video and Apple TV. It's also set to make its streaming debut on Max on Feb. 7, 2025 alongside other A24 films.
Read our full review of We Live in Time.
Opens in a new window Credit: Max Stream 'We Live in Time' on Max starting at $9.99 per month Watch Now How to watch Heretic: Buy or rent on digitalHeretic stars Hugh Grant as Mr. Reed, a loner visited by two Mormon missionaries (Yellowjackets' Sophie Thatcher and The Fabelmans' Chloe East) hoping to teach him about the Church of Latter Day Saints. The girls get more than they bargained for when he traps them in his house with a loaded choice for how to exit: the door labeled "belief" or the door labeled "disbelief."
"Here, you'll witness Grant both as you've never seen him before (downright terrifying!) and exactly as you've seen him before (charming with a side of self-deprecation). The combination is downright bone-chilling, with Grant's performance providing nonstop terror even as Heretic's theological frights remain fairly surface level," Mashable's Belen Edwards writes in her review.
No streaming date has been announced yet, but you can rent or buy the film at digital on-demand retailers like Prime Video and Apple TV as of Dec. 10 for $19.99 or $24.99, respectively. We expect it to eventually start streaming on Max in 2025.
Read our full review of Heretic.
Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Prime Video Rent or buy 'Heretic' at Prime Video $19.99 to rent, $24.99 to buy Watch Now How to watch A Different Man: Stream it on MaxA Different Man follows Edward (Sebastian Stan), a mousey and insecure actor actor whose roles and life have been significantly affected by neurofibromatosis. When a new medical procedure offers an opportunity to alter his face, he jumps at the chance to reinvent himself as a real estate agent named Guy. His neighbor Ingrid (Renate Reinsve) writes a play about him and he auditions without telling the truth of who he really is. What follows is a torturous existential dilemma about identity and representation — further emphasized by the presence of another actor with neurofibromatosis (Adam Pearson).
A Different Man made its digital on demand debut in early November and will premiere on Max on Jan. 17, 2025. It costs $5.99 to rent or $19.99 to purchase at retailers like Prime Video or Apple TV, while Max subscriptions start at $9.99 per month.
Read our full review of A Different Man.
Opens in a new window Credit: Max Watch 'A Different Man' on Max starting at $9.99/month Watch Now How to watch The Front Room: Stream it on MaxDirected by Max and Sam Eggers (brothers of The Witch's Robert Eggers), The Front Room follows Belinda (Brandy) as she navigates a hellish living situation with her husband's racist and ultra-religious stepmother Solange (Kathryn Hunter). As our reviewer puts it, "The Front Room is extremely, admirably gross with a hefty dose of camp" and is worth seeing for Hunter's performance alone.
The Front Room hit digital on demand retailers in September and is available to rent or purchase for $5.99 or $19.99, respectively. It's also set to make its streaming debut on Max on Jan. 3. Subscriptions range from $9.99 to $20.99 per month.
Read our full review of The Front Room.
Opens in a new window Credit: Max Watch 'The Front Room' on Max starting at $9.99/month Watch Now How to watch Sing Sing : Buy or rent on digitalIn this prison-set friendship drama inspired by a true story, Divine G (Colman Domingo) is imprisoned at Sing Sing for a crime he didn't commit. Inside, he finds his purpose by acting in a theatre group with other imprisoned men, including reluctant newcomer Clarence "Divine Eye" Maclin. "For the men of Sing Sing, art becomes both refuge and rebellion, presented not only as a coping mechanism for incarceration, but a therapeutic alternative. The result is a heartrending, visually enrapturing balm for the soul," writes Mashable reviewer Siddhant Adlakha.
Sing Sing launched in US theaters in July, 2024. A24 then re-released it in theaters in January 2025. It's set to make its digital on demand debut on Jan. 31. Purchase or rent the film from retailers like Prime Video and Apple TV+ for $24.99 or $19.99.
Read our full review of Sing Sing.
Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Prime Video Buy or rent 'Sing Sing' at Prime Video $24.99 to buy, $19.99 to rent Get Deal How to watch MaXXXine: Stream it on MaxThe third and final entry in the X trilogy, MaXXXine once again sees the dynamic duo of Ti West and Mia Goth make movie magic. As the lone survivor of the first film, X, Maxine Minx (Goth) finally gets her big break as a Hollywood actress six years later. But with the notorious (and real) serial killer, the Night Stalker, targeting rising stars, her brush with death is still imminent. And her bloody past could come back to haunt her.
Just a month after MaXXXine made its theatrical debut, it became available to watch at home via video-on-demand sites like Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home (Vudu). You can rent or purchase the film for $19.99 or $24.99. As of Oct. 18, it officially made its streaming debut on Max alongside other recent A24 theatrical hits. You can sign up for Max for as low as $9.99 per month.
Read our full review of MaXXXine.
Opens in a new window Credit: Max Watch 'MaXXXine' on Max Starting at $9.99/month Watch Now How to watch The Zone of Interest: Stream it on MaxNominated for five Oscars (including Best Picture), The Zone of Interest took home two statuettes on Oscar night: Best Sound and Best International Feature Film. The film is loosely based on Martin Amis's 2014 novel of the same name and centers around Commandant Rudolf Höss (Christian Friedel) and his wife Hedwig (Sandra Hüller), who live in domestic bliss next door to the atrocities of Auschwitz. Mashable's Shannon Connellan calls it "a chilling portrait of complicity among atrocity."
The Zone of Interest makes its streaming debut on Max on April 5, 2024, nearly a year after its initial debut at Cannes Film Festival. Max subscriptions start at $9.99 per month with ads or $15.99 per month without ads. It's also available to rent or purchase via digital retailers like Prime Video and Apple TV+ for $5.99 or $19.99, respectively.
Read our full review of The Zone of Interest.
Opens in a new window Credit: Max Watch 'The Zone of Interest' on Max Starting at $9.99 per month Watch Now How to watch The Iron Claw: Stream it on Max"Gorgeous" and "evocative" are hardly the words one would typically choose to describe a pro-wrestling movie, but that's how Mashable's reviewer Siddhant Adlakha described The Iron Claw. "With The Iron Claw, writer/director Sean Durkin not only brings to theaters the tragic story of one of pro wrestling's most famous families, but also Zac Efron's career-best work." The film follows the Von Erich brothers who fought for their wrestling dynasty and the "curse" said to have plagued them through the '70s and '80s.
The Iron Claw made its streaming debut on Max on May 10, 2024. Plans start at $9.99 per month or $99.99 per year with ads, or $15.99 per month or $149.99 per year without ads. You can also rent or purchase it at video on demand retailers like Prime Video or Apple TV for $5.99 or $19.99, respectively.
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Opens in a new window Credit: Max Watch 'The Iron Claw' on Max Starting at $9.99 per month Watch Now How to watch Civil War: Stream it on MaxFrom the mind of writer and director Alex Garland, Civil War's dystopian plot centers around a near-future America engulfed in a second Civil War. It stars Kirsten Dunst, Wagner Moura, Cailee Spaeny, and Stephen McKinley Henderson as four journalists making the trek from New York City to the White House in hopes of interviewing the president (Nick Offerman) before the fall of the Capitol.
About a month and a half after its theatrical debut, Civil War became available to watch at home via video-on-demand sites like Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home (Vudu). As of May 24, you can purchase or rent the film for $19.99 or $5.99, respectively. After another few months of waiting, it officially started streaming on Max on Sept. 13, 2024.
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Opens in a new window Credit: Max Watch 'Civil War' on Max Starting at $9.99/month Watch Now How to watch Problemista: Stream it on MaxJulio Torres, co-creator and co-star of the celebrated comedy series Los Espookys, makes his directorial debut with Problemista, a whimsical tale of immigrants and outsiders in New York who make the city their home. Mashable's Film Editor Kristy Puchko has already dubbed it "one of the best films of 2024," pointing out that it's not just a quirky and clever story, but also "a deeply funny, feel-good movie that doesn't pull punches on its political or social satire."
Problemista opened in theaters nationwide on March 22, 2024. Just shy of a month later, it made its digital debut. You can rent or purchase the film at digital on-demand retailers like Prime Video and Apple TV for $5.99 or $19.99, respectively. It's also available to stream on Max as of June 28. Max subscriptions start at $9.99 per month.
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Opens in a new window Credit: Max Watch 'Problemista' on Max Starting at $9.99 per month Watch Now How to watch Love Lies Bleeding: Stream it on MaxSet in New Mexico in the '80s, Love Lies Bleeding follows the kismet relationship between introverted gym manager Lou (Kristen Stewart) and amateur bodybuilder Jackie (Katy O'Brian). It also stars Ed Harris, who plays Lou's father who is wanted by the FBI, Jena Malone, Anna Baryshnikov, and Dave Franco. The film comes from the mind of Rose Glass (writer/director of 2020 standout Saint Maud) and is what Mashable's Film Editor calls a "gnarly masterpiece."
You can rent or purchase the Kristen Stewart gem at digital on-demand retailers like Prime Video and Apple TV for $5.99 or $19.99, respectively. Plus, as of July 19, it officially became available to stream on Max with other A24 flicks. Subscriptions start at just $9.99 per month.
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Opens in a new window Credit: Max Stream 'Love Lies Bleeding' on Max Starting at $9.99 per month Watch Now How to watch I Saw the TV Glow: Stream it on MaxA Sundance 2024 stunner, Jane Schoenbrun's I Saw the TV Glow is "one of the most overpowering and uniquely despondent works of avant-garde horror to emerge from the American indie scene in several years," writes Mashable reviewer Siddhant Adlakha. It stars Justice Smith and Brigette Lundy-Paine as two isolated teens who share a love for a supernatural TV show that drives them to question their own reality and identities. It's not for everyone, but for those who appreciate its surreal imagery and offbeat approach, it's been dubbed "a new queer and transgender classic."
I Saw the TV Glow is available to stream on Max as of Sept. 20, 2024. Subscriptions start at $9.99 per month. You can also rent or purchase it through video-on-demand retailers like Prime Video and Apple TV+ for $5.99 or $19.99, respectively.
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Opens in a new window Credit: Max Watch 'I Saw the TV Glow' on Max Starting at $9.99/month Get Deal How to watch Dream Scenario: Stream it on MaxNicolas Cage plays Paul Matthews, a nondescript college professor who starts to suddenly appear in millions of strangers' dreams, in Dream Scenario. At first, he's tickled by the stardom, but before long, he starts to lose his grip on his own narrative and spiral downward. While it wasn't a box office mega hit, the film did earn a 92% critic rating on Rotten Tomatoes — one of the best scores of Cage's career.
Dream Scenario made its streaming debut on Max on March 15, 2024, about four months after its theatrical premiere. Max offers three tiers of subscriptions, starting at $9.99 per month, as well as annual subscription options starting at $99.99 per year. Don't feel like signing up for Max? You can also rent or purchase the film through digital retailers like Prime Video and Apple TV+.
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Opens in a new window Credit: Max Watch 'Dream Scenario' on Max Starting at $9.99 per month Watch Now How to watch Priscilla: Stream it on MaxPeek behind the glittery Graceland gates in Priscilla, one of our favorite films of 2023. The film serves as a poignant portrait of Priscilla Presley, Elvis's young lover and wife, and ultimately pulls back the curtain on their alleged fairy tale romance. Adapted from Priscilla Presley's own memoir from 1985, Elvis and Me, Mashable's film editor called Priscilla a "stunning and thoughtful portrait of a misunderstood icon."
Priscilla made its streaming debut on Max in February 2024. Subscriptions for Max start at $9.99 per month and go up to $19.99 per month. However, if you don't want to sign up for another streaming service, you don't have to. You can also rent or purchase the film at digital retailers like Prime Video and Apple TV+ for $5.99 or $19.99.
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Opens in a new window Credit: Max Watch 'Priscilla' on Max Starting at $9.99 per month Watch Now How to watch Dicks: The Musical: Stream it on MaxJosh Sharp and Aaron Jackson have adapted their off-Broadway musical Fucking Identical Twins into a wondrously weird film called Dicks: The Musical. "At first glance Dicks: The Musical might look like a bro-down between two misogynist ladies' men who discover they are long-lost twins. But it's actually a merciless and maniacal parody of the kinds of fratty comedy that treat women as nags, T&A, or punchlines," explains Mashable's film critic Kristy Puchko, adding that "Dicks goes hard at satirizing queer culture, looping in musical theater, f-bombs, multiple sex montages, and sewer boys." Translation: it's bonkers.
Dicks: The Musical is currently streaming on Max alongside plenty of other A24 gems. You can also rent or buy the film on demand at Prime Video, Apple TV+, or other digital retailers.
Opens in a new window Credit: Max Watch 'Dicks: The Musical' on Max Starting at $9.99 per month Watch Now How to watch All Dirt Roads Taste of Salt: Buy it on digitalThe feature-length debut from filmmaker and poet Raven Jackson delivers a "perfect storm of memory, family, and the places that shape us," as Mashable's Belen Edwards wrote in her review. It's a coming of age story of a young Black woman named Mackenzie, taking place in the '70s and '80s in Mississippi. And while "her story is almost entirely devoid of dialogue...Jackson finds meaning in silence and sensory experiences."
While All Dirt Roads Taste of Salt is not available to stream quite yet, you can still rent or purchase it through digital services like Prime Video or Apple TV+. It'll cost you $5.99 to rent or $19.99 to purchase.
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Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Prime Video Rent or buy 'All Dirt Roads Taste of Salt' at Prime Video $5.99 to rent, $19.99 to buy Watch Now How to watch Beau Is Afraid: Stream it on Paramount+ with ShowtimeMashable Film Editor Kristy Puchko said it best: Beau Is Afraid is "a film that is shocking, immersive and so emotionally raw that it's essentially a three-hour-long panic attack as cinema." The movie was written and directed by Ari Aster, who previously made Hereditary and Midsommar for A24. Beau Is Afraid is about a paranoid man trying to make his way to his overbearing mother's house, accompanied by an internal chorus of chaos.
Currently, Beau is Afraid is available to stream on Paramount+ with Showtime, which costs either $11.99 per month or $119.99 per year (save 17%). Video on demand services like Prime Video and Apple TV+ also have the film available to rent or purchase.
Read our full review of Beau Is Afraid.
Opens in a new window Credit: Paramount+ / Showtime Watch 'Beau Is Afraid' on Paramount+ with Showtime $11.99 per month or $119.99 per year (save 17%) Watch Now How to watch Past Lives: Stream it on Paramount+ with ShowtimePast Lives isn't just one of the best A24 films to come out last year, but one of the very best films of 2023. It was even nominated for Best Picture at the Oscars. As Puchko noted in her review, it "avoids the buzz backlash by being sharply funny and refusing to play by rom-dram rules" and is the kind of film you "long to revisit."
Like Beau is Afraid, Past Lives is available to stream on Paramount+ with Showtime. If you'd rather rent or purchase the film, it's also available at digital retailers like Prime Video and Apple TV+ for $4.99 or $19.99, respectively.
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Opens in a new window Credit: Paramount+ / Showtime Watch 'Past Lives' on Paramount+ with Showtime $11.99 per month or $119.99 per year (save 17%) Get Deal How to watch Sharper: Stream it on Apple TV+While we didn't get to review Sharper, Deadline called it a "deliciously twisty New York noir," while Variety dubbed it "ambitiously overwrought." See for yourself if you can follow this story of a con artist taking on Manhattan billionaires.
Sharper is currently streaming on Apple TV+, which offers a seven-day free trial for you to test the waters. After your free week of watching, you can snag a subscription for just $6.99/month. You'll also be able to watch other A24 films like Stephen Curry: Underrated and Causeway with an Apple TV+ subscription.
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple TV+ Watch 'Sharper' on Apple TV+ $6.99 per month Get Deal How to watch Medusa Deluxe: Buy it on digital"Medusa Deluxe is an extravagant, relentlessly propulsive, and wildly entertaining film, rich with provocative performances, jaw-dropping ambition, astounding visuals — both squalid and sublime — and a dizzying blend of dark humor and persistent empathy," writes Film Editor Kristy Puchko in her review. With a plot focused on a murder investigation at a rinky-dink hair competition and no central protagonist, it's a "wildly ambitious" project that is not to be missed.
While it's not streaming anywhere yet, you can rent the film from Amazon Prime Video or Apple TV+ starting at just $4.99 or purchase it for $19.99.
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Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Prime Video Rent or buy 'Medusa Deluxe' at Prime Video $4.99 to rent, $19.99 to purchase Get Deal How to watch Earth Mama: Stream it on Paramount+ with ShowtimeIf you're looking for a tearjerker, Earth Mama — director Savanah Leaf's feature debut — tells the heartbreaking journey of a pregnant single mother trying to prove her commitment to her children as the system works against her.
The emotional film premiered at Sundance Film Festival early in 2023 and is now available to stream on Paramount+ with Showtime. You can also rent or purchase the film on digital retailers like Prime Video and Apple TV+.
Opens in a new window Credit: Paramount+ / Showtime Watch 'Earth Mama' on Paramount+ with Showtime $11.99 per month or $119.99 per year (save 17%) Get Deal How to watch You Hurt My Feelings: Stream it on Paramount+ with ShowtimeIn You Hurt My Feelings, writer-director Nicole Holofcener uses "her trademark authenticity and sharp wit to create an incisive look at the small things we keep from each other — and to question why we do so in the first place." It centers on a novelist overhearing her husband's honest critique of her latest book — and the emotional turmoil that follows. As Mashable Entertainment Reporter Belen Edwards said, it's "an endearing watch full of cathartic, sweetly funny moments."
You can stream You Hurt My Feelings on Paramount+ with Showtime or rent or purchase the film from digital retailers like Prime Video or Apple TV+.
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Opens in a new window Credit: Paramount+ / Showtime Watch 'You Hurt My Feelings' on Paramount+ with Showtime $11.99 per month or $119.99 per year (save 17%) Get Deal How to watch Showing Up: Stream it on Paramount+ with ShowtimeOn the surface, Showing Up is a film about a sculptor preparing to open her new show while navigating the everyday drama of family and friends. But dig deeper and you'll see that director Kelly Reichardt crafts a film that "speaks to the country's economic stagnation, the sinking valuation of aesthetic beauty, and the sacrifices required to live a worthwhile, self-examined life," as film critic Robert Daniels puts it.
Showing Up can be found on Paramount+ with Showtime like many other A24 films. You can also rent or purchase the film for your digital collection at Prime Video or Apple TV+.
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Opens in a new window Credit: Paramount+ / Showtime Watch 'Showing Up' on Paramount+ with Showtime $11.99 per month or $119.99 per year (save 17%) Get Deal How to watch Talk to Me: Stream it on Paramount+ with ShowtimeIf you're looking for a horror flick that'll make you scream, gag, and jump, Talk to Me is at the top of our list. It centers on a group of friends conjuring spirits using an embalmed hand — and ultimately taking it too far. Film Editor Kristy Puchko said it's a "terrifically scary horror movie, thanks to powerful performances, creepy creature designs, a splash of blood and gore, and practical effects that'll blow your mind and chill your spine."
As of April 1, Talk to Me is available to stream on Paramount+ with Showtime, which costs either $11.99 per month or $119.99 per year. You can also rent or purchase it for your digital collection at retailers like Prime Video or Apple TV+ for $5.99 or $19.99, respectively.
Read our full review of Talk to Me.
Opens in a new window Credit: Paramount+ / Showtime Stream 'Talk to Me' on Paramount+ with Showtime Starting at $11.99 per month Get DealSince President Trump was sworn into office, almost three thousand datasets have disappeared from Data.gov, the U.S. government's repository of open data.
According to 404 Media, online archivist communities discovered since Trump took office on Jan. 21, the number of datasets on Data.gov has decreased to 305,564 from 307,854 datasets. Screenshots of Data.gov's homepage archived in the Wayback Machine show the number of datasets one day before (Jan. 20) and nine days after (Jan. 30) the Trump administration began.
RedditThe outlet spoke with digital archivists who are working to identify what was deleted and why. But the answer is more complex than straight up propagandist data scrubbing. "While some of the deletions are surely malicious information scrubbing, some are likely routine artifacts of an administration change, and they are working to determine which is which," said the investigation.
SEE ALSO: Office of Gun Violence Prevention website goes dark under TrumpThe reason for why datasets have disappeared could be link rot, i.e. links that no longer work because the URL has been changed, or data has been migrated somewhere else. There isn't a regulated system for how federal agencies archive their data in the repository, and some agencies might have simply archived datasets on their own sites instead.
Changes in presidential administrations have led to datasets being deleted in the past, either on purpose or by accident. When Biden took office, 1,000 datasets were deleted according to the Wayback Machine, via 404 Media's reporting. That said determining whether deletions were done on purpose or as a collateral effect of changing administrations is an arduous process that requires manual research of each archive.
But what was scrubbed is, in itself an indication of the government's plans. During President Trump's first presidency, the administration removed or changed large chunks of climate change information. And in his current presidency, he instructed federal agencies in an executive order to delete information about gender identity and DEI initiatives — part of Trump's promise to end "wokeness."
The outlet reports that deleted datasets "disproportionately" come from environmental science agencies like the Department of Energy, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Think of actor Jesse Eisenberg speaking and, well, you're likely thinking of him nervously hemming and hawing, a ball of anxiety and neuroses. Anxiety is pretty much his brand.
Eisenberg is so curious about answers about his anxiety that he's apparently turned to AI. In a recent interview, while promoting his Oscar-nominated film A Real Pain, he said he asked ChatGPT to help him understand why he was so nervous about asking a question while ordering a bagel.
SEE ALSO: 'A Real Pain' review: Jesse Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin charm as odd-couple cousins"I asked ChatGPT this morning: 'Do you think if I had more circumstantially difficult life experiences, do you think I'd be more confident asking for a bagel?'" he said on the NPR show Wild Card. "And ChatGPT said, 'Well, actually, there is a trove of academic evidence to support what you're saying, which is like growth through trauma, etc.'"
Eisenberg went on to explain that he had wondered if pumpernickel was healthier than a regular bagel. He considered asking the folks at the NYC bagel shop but then got anxious because he figured the workers would be too busy. So, naturally, he went to AI to ask if he'd be less anxious if his life had been more difficult.
Eisenberg told NPR: "So then I went to ChatGPT, and I said, 'Do you think if I suffered an objective trauma, I would have asked if the pumpernickel was healthier?' And it said, 'Yeah, maybe.'"
Personally, I wouldn't put my mental health concerns anywhere near ChatGPT, considering AI's habit of misinterpreting information or making things up. But at least Eisenberg got some of the answers he was looking for.
SAVE $20: As of Jan. 31, get Alan Wake II Deluxe Edition for PlayStation 5 for $59.99, down from its usual price of $79.99. That's a discount of 25%.
Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Alan Wake II Deluxe Edition $59.99 at AmazonIf you've been searching for a great game to play, there's certainly no shortage. But if you want the cream of the crop, we can always recommend some of our favorites. In 2023, we named Remedy Entertainment's Alan Wake II our Game of the Year, and for good reason. It's still very much a fantastic game that everyone should play, especially when you can get it for a great price.
As of Jan. 31, get Alan Wake II Deluxe Edition for PlayStation 5 for $59.99. That's $20 off its normal price of $79.99 and a discount of 25%. This deal is for a physical edition of the game, so you'll have to wait to get it shipped to you to play.
This version of the game is everything you need to enjoy the Alan Wake lore from beginning to end, including the Alan Wake Remastered digital edition and every expansion currently available for the game. So if you haven't played the first game and want to get in on the action, this is the best and most convenient way to do it.
Alan Wake II is the follow-up to 2010's Alan Wake and picks up right where the first game left off. This psychological thriller follows FBI Agent Saga Anderson on a trip to Bright Falls, Washington to find out what's going on behind a string of strange murders. She ends up meeting with tortured writer Alan Wake as he works to fight his way out of the Dark Place, or out from the bottom of Cauldron Lake.
This is a game that'll suck you in and keep you there for a while, so get ready to be fully immersed. And you'll want to brush off your dancing shoes for one major epic moment later in the game. Just trust us on this.
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