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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.

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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.

SEE ALSO: NYT's The Mini crossword answers for March 31 Here's a hint for today's Connections categories

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

• Yellow: Devoured

• Green: In addition

• Blue: Seen on a screen at the bank

• Purple: The first half of the word is the same

Featured Video For You Connections: How to play and how to win Here are today's Connections categories

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

• Yellow: Consumed

• Green: Also

• Blue: ATM Options

• Purple: __Play

Looking for Wordle today? Here's the answer to today's Wordle.

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 today's Connections #659 is...

What is the answer to Connections today

• Consumed: ATE, HAD, PUT AWAY, TOOK IN

• Also: AS WELL, BESIDES, TO BOOT, TOO

• ATM Options: BALANCE, DEPOSIT, TRANSFER, WITHDRAWAL

• ___Play: FORE, HORSE, SCREEN, WORD

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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Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Connections.

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 March 31 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 March 31, 2025 Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:

Slang for butt.

Does today's Wordle answer have a double letter?

The letter O appears twice.

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

Today's Wordle starts with the letter B.

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...

BOOTY.

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.

Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.

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Reporting 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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Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Wordle.

Saturday Night Live’s "Jury Duty" sketch feels like what happens when the writers have too many absurd character ideas and decide to throw them all in one room. The result is a chaotic courtroom of misfits all trying (and failing) to dodge civic responsibility, much to the dismay of Ego Nwodim’s increasingly unamused judge.

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Host Mikey Madison and nearly the entire cast rotate through as over-the-top jury candidates, including a male feminist, a clocked bisexual who’s pro-mass incarceration, a prank-calling radio host who impersonates Jay-Z, and the return of Luigi Mangione —alongside a woman who wants to know if her nudes got to him.

Madison plays a "celebrity" juror claiming fame as "one of the people Caitlyn Jenner hit with her car." Shockingly, that excuse doesn’t fly.

There’s no real point to the sketch, and that’s kind of the point. It’s dumb, it’s chaotic, and the cast is clearly having a blast.

Saturday Night Live continued its love affair with hyper-specific game show parodies this week, handing host Mikey Madison the mic in a new sketch called "So Like…What Are We?"

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Madison plays Molly Wilson, a woman trying to define her relationship on national television. Her contestant: Jeremy (Hinge) or just Jeremy, played by Michael Longfellow, who says he's fresh out of a long-term relationship and very much not looking for anything serious.

"Oh, that's the wrong answer," quips Madison. "That'll be ten thousand dollars from your personal bank account."

In addition to grilling her contestant on the state of their relationship, Madison dives into the real red flags — like a string of texts past midnight looking for "link up" and that "daddy is hungry for butt."

Maybe staying single isn’t the worst idea after all.

In what feels like a sketch ripped straight from real life — because it basically is — Saturday Night Live took aim at the Trump administration’s latest digital blunder: accidentally adding The Atlantic's Editor-in-Chief Jeffrey Goldberg to a clandestine Signal group chat meant for war planning. Signalgate quickly became social media's favorite punchline and got the full SNL treatment this weekend.

SEE ALSO: 'The Daily Show' gleefully mocks Trump officials' scrambling Signal chat excuses

The Cold Open follows up on Signalgate, with Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth (Andrew Dismukes) mistakenly adding a trio of high school girls to the secret thread. Cue host Mikey Madison, Ego Nwodim, and Sarah Sherman trying desperately to convince Hegseth—and later Marco Rubio and JD Vance—that they are not the intended recipients of updates on deep-cover FBI agents and plans to steal the pyramids of Giza.

Over four chaotic minutes, the girls beg to be removed as the clueless officials keep spilling national secrets like it’s a Discord server for teenage conspiracy theorists. And yes, they still let Goldberg in.

The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.

With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.

So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections — we have you covered.

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Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Sunday, March 30, 2025:

AcrossFour before E

• The answer is ABCD.

Stock market pessimist

• The answer is Bear.

Nick ___, college football great with seven national titles

• The answer is Saban.

Early word for many babies

• The answer is Mama.

Piece of marble

• The answer is Slab.

Down"Six-pack" found in this puzzle's circled letters

• The answer is Abs.

Smiles proudly

• The answer is Beams.

Shadowy group

• The answer is Cabal.

What messy people love

• The answer is Drama.

Snatch

• The answer is Nab.

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Overwhelmed by the state of the world? Trying to find something fun to watch on your friendly neighborhood international multibillion-dollar corporation's streaming service? It's OK to ignore the ever-growing pile of worthy but harrowing dramas and acclaimed documentaries on your watchlist for another hour or two. Treat yourself by hitting play on some of the finest comedies in the Amazon Prime Video library.

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So here we go: the best comedy movies now streaming on Amazon Prime Video.

1. Walk Hard Jenna Fischer and John C. Reilly star in "Walk Hard." Credit: Gemma La Mana / Columbia / Kobal / Shutterstock

If you've never seen this underappreciated, star-studded work of genius, it's time to fix that. The story of the rise, fall, and rise again of country-rock legend Dewey Cox (John C. Reilly) is a pitch-perfect parody of all the Oscar-bait music biopics you know and love, from Walk the Line and Ray to the documentary Bob Dylan: Don't Look Back. In its own right, Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story is an epic tale, which Reilly's commitment makes surprisingly affecting for a film where someone gets accidentally cut in half with a machete (which people constantly keep bringing up). The songs are genuinely great. It's as endlessly quotable in your daily life as golden-era Simpsons. Plus, the cast is uniformly great — from The Office's Jenna Fischer and character actress Margo Martindale to a raft of cameos too good to spoil here. — Caitlin Welsh, Australia Editor

How to watch: Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story is available to rent or buy on Prime Video.

2. Bottoms

In Emma Seligman's follow-up to Shiva Baby, Rachel Sennott and Ayo Edebiri co-star as PJ and Josie, a pair of unpopular lesbians ignored or reviled by everyone at their high school. Faced with the prospect of another year of virginhood, the BFFs come up with a plan. They’re going to start a fight club! They’ll teach cheerleaders self-defense, and maybe somehow along the way, they’ll also get to sleep with said cheerleaders. The plan has a lot of holes — PJ and Josie don’t know anything about self-defense, for starters — but don’t worry about it, OK? They’ll figure it out! Just keep those nosy boyfriends out of the gym. 

Bottoms is a ridiculous teen comedy that pays homage to high school movie tropes while blazing a new irreverent trail of its own. With a laugh-out-loud script co-written by Sennott and Seligman, an unforgettable performance from Nicholas Galitzine as an idiotic football player, Marshawn Lynch stealing scenes as a supportive teacher, and tons of fake blood, Bottoms is an instant teen movie classic. — Kristina Grosspietsch, Freelance Contributor

How to watch: Bottoms is now streaming on Prime Video.

3. Napoleon Dynamite

The movie that launched a thousand VOTE FOR PEDRO T-shirts retains the oddball spirit that made it a hit in the first place. As Napoleon (Jon Heder) navigates high school in small-town Idaho — from class president elections to asking his crush to the dance — he must also deal with his awkward family members and their schemes — and take care of Tina the llama, who won't eat her darn food. For every joke and quote that's been memed into the ground, there's another slyly hilarious one you've forgotten about. — C.W.

How to watch: Napoleon Dynamite is available to rent or buy on Prime Video.

4. Spaceballs Don't miss Mel Brooks' 1987 parody of "Star Wars." Credit: Moviestore / Shutterstock

The legendary Mel Brooks' 1987 parody of Star Wars (and Star Trek, and Alien...) is both a snapshot of its time and an ageless comedy classic. For the uninitiated: Rick Moranis plays villain Dark Helmet, a goofy megalomanic in a giant not-Darth-Vader helmet whose ship goes to speeds including Ludicrous and Plaid. Meanwhile, mercenary and scoundrel Lone Starr (Bill Pullman) leads a ragtag bunch of misfits against Dark Helmet, including sassy Princess Vespa (Daphne Zuniga), her robot maid Dot Matrix (the late, great Joan Rivers), and Starr's half-man-half-dog, ever-loyal companion Barf (John Candy). — C.W.

How to watch: Spaceballs is available to rent or buy on Prime Video.

5. American Fiction

Thelonious "Monk" Ellison (Jeffrey Wright) is an author without an audience. His novels receive critical praise but no one actually reads them. After his latest manuscript is rejected by his publisher for not being "Black enough," Monk writes a fake, satirical book mocking Black literary stereotypes. And… it’s a hit.

Written and directed by Cord Jefferson, American Fiction is a razor-sharp comedy-drama for the modern era. The cast — which includes Tracee Ellis Ross, Erika Alexander, Leslie Uggams, Adam Brody, Issa Rae, and Sterling K. Brown — is sublime, the message is piercing, and the writing is air-tight. American Fiction was nominated for a slew of Oscars, and brought home Best Adapted Screenplay — K.G. 

How to watch: American Fiction is now streaming on Prime Video.

6. Paddington

Do you like your comedy cozy? 2014's Paddington is the sweet and silly watch of your dreams. Written and directed by Paul King (whom comedy nerds might know from The Mighty Boosh), Paddington tells the story of an anthropomorphic bear (voiced by Ben Whishaw) who journeys from darkest Peru to London in search of a new life. The Brown family takes him in, and he explores his new world with curiosity and kindness, blithely unaware that he’s about to become an evil taxidermist's next big target. Will the Browns help to save Paddington? And will Paddington save them along the way? Yes, yes, a thousand times yes! 

This absolutely delightful movie is full of British acting greats at their zaniest and visibly having the time of their lives: Hugh Bonneville, Sally Hawkins, Julie Walters, Jim Broadbent, Peter Capaldi, and more. Yes, Paddington is a family film, but its joys will win over audiences of any age. (Same goes for the equally fantastic Paddington 2!). — K.G. 

How to watch: Paddington is available to buy on Prime Video.

7. UHF Weird Al Yankovic gets pinched in "UHF." Credit: Moviestore / Shutterstock

"Weird Al" Yankovic co-wrote and stars in this cult classic about a dreamer with a wild imagination who suddenly finds himself running a local TV station. Then, he finds sudden success by letting his goofy janitor (Seinfeld's Michael Richards) host a chaotic kids' show. Inspired by that chaos, they program an ever-weirder lineup of absolutely wild shows, taking on the suits at the big networks in a classic underdog arc. Weird Al plays the straight man here, imbuing his earnest hero with a can-do spirit you want to root for. Plus, a pre-The Nanny Fran Drescher sails in to show why she ended up a star. — C.W.

How to watch: UHF is available to rent or buy on Prime Video.

8. The Nice Guys

Russell Crowe and Ryan Gosling lead a stacked cast in this buddy cop neo-noir mashup. Gosling is Holland March, a low-level private investigator in 1970s Los Angeles looking into the strange death of porn star Misty Mountains. Unfortunately, gruff enforcer Jackson Healy (Crowe) has also been hired — to scare March off the scent. As the two butt heads, the mystery of Misty’s murder begins to unfold, and they form an unlikely and tenuous alliance. 

Co-written and directed by Shane Black (Lethal Weapon, Last Action Hero, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, Iron Man 3, and more), The Nice Guys is a magnetic, fast-paced action comedy with a smart script, a multifaceted mystery, and a strong sense of style. — K.G. 

How to watch: The Nice Guys is now available to rent or buy on Prime Video.

9. Catherine Called Birdy

Bella Ramsey is vibrant and charming as Catherine (aka Birdy), a headstrong 14-year-old medieval lady whose father (Andrew Scott) has decided to marry her off to secure wealth for the family. Birdy has other plans for her future. Chief among them? Not being married to a 50-year-old slob. But even more importantly, Birdy yearns for freedom. She will stop at nothing to deter her would-be suitors, much to her family’s chagrin. Written and directed by Lena Dunham (and adapted from Karen Cushman's beloved 1994 novel), Catherine Called Birdy is a clever and spirited coming-of-age comedy with a whole lot of heart. — K.G. 

How to watch: Catherine Called Birdy is now streaming on Prime Video.

10. I Want You Back Jenny Slate and Charlie Day star in this delightful rom-com. Credit: Amazon Studios

A rom-com starring Charlie Day and Jenny Slate, I Want You Back enchanted Mashable's Nicole Gallucci with its willingness to skip over some of the most played-out tropes of the genre. "Every successful rom-com has a source of authentic chemistry, and Slate and Day's natural rapport delivers," she wrote in her review. "The two shine as heartbroken hot messes who desperately want their search for soulmates to be over, and their shared sense of humor proves to be ceaselessly charming." — C.W.

How to watch: I Want You Back is now streaming on Prime Video.

11. The Big Sick

Emily V. Gordon and Kumail Nanjiani's Oscar-nominated screenplay fictionalizes a rocky period from early in their real-life relationship, when Gordon was seriously ill. While it does get emotionally intense in parts, it's also hysterically funny — from a scene where Emily (Zoe Kazan) freaks out over the prospect of pooping when Kumail (Nanjiani, playing a version of himself) is in the apartment, to what might be the single best and darkest 9/11 joke made on film to date. — C.W.

How to watch: The Big Sick is now streaming on Prime Video.

12. Bridesmaids

If you haven't seen Bridesmaids, written by Kristen Wiig and Annie Mumolo, we're so sorry that you've obviously been trapped in a siren’s cave for the last 11 years — because there is simply no other excuse. Bridesmaids was an era-defining film. In 2011, there were still prominent male comedians claiming women couldn’t be funny! Bridesmaids put an end to the debate.

Wiig stars as Annie, a wayward thirtysomething who feels out of step with her best friend Lillian (a perfect Maya Rudolph) when she meets the other women in Lillian's bridal party. What follows is both romantic comedy and buddy flick, stuffed to the brim with punchlines, physical gags, and a repulsive and unforgettable gross-out scene. The entire cast here is flawless: Rose Byrne is delightfully haughty. Jon Hamm is perfect as a hot idiot. Chris O'Dowd is a swoon-worthy love interest, and Melissa McCarthy was nominated for a dang Oscar for her scene-stealing performance as another misfit bridesmaid. Please escape the siren’s cave and see this legendary comedy — for your own good!* — K.G.

How to watch: Bridesmaids is now available to stream, rent, or buy on Prime Video.

13. The Life Aquatic With Steve Zissou Bill Murray leads Wes Anderson's crew in "The Life Aquatic With Steve Zissou." Credit: Moviestore / Shutterstock

This one's another comedy that gets you right in the feels on a regular basis, but this time with the quintessential Wes Anderson charm. Inspired by, paying homage to, and gently parodying the legendary ocean explorer Jacques Cousteau, Steve Zissou (Bill Murray, arguably never better) leads a somewhat disgruntled crew played by a slate of stars (Owen Wilson, Anjelica Huston, Cate Blanchett, Willem Dafoe, and more) on a mission to capture the rare shark that killed the cranky Captain's partner. Soundtracked by a gorgeous array of David Bowie covers — performed in Portuguese by cast member Seu Jorge — The Life Aquatic is what to put on when you feel like being taken on an adventure. — C.W.

How to watch: The Life Aquatic With Steve Zissou is available to rent or buy on Prime Video.

14. Borat Subsequent Moviefilm

The sequel to Sacha Baron Cohen's mockumentary Borat was a bright spot in an otherwise grim 2020. It scored Oscar nominations and critical acclaim, especially for Bulgarian actor Maria Bakalova, who stole the spotlight as Borat's awkward daughter, Tutar.

Both films follow Baron Cohen, disguised as boorish, backward journalist Borat Sagdiyev, as he endeavors to understand American culture through a series of improvisation set-ups at the expense of unsuspecting real people. Not only is it as viciously funny as the original, but also, this sequel caught in its net then-President Trump's personal attorney Rudy Giuliani in a notorious hotel room scene. It's one of the strangest and most oddly affecting products of cinema's — and the world's — weirdest years ever. — C.W.

How to watch: Borat Subsequent Moviefilm is now streaming on Prime Video.

15. Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves 

Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves is the definition of a crowd-pleaser. Thrilling action sequences, ridiculous side characters, beloved actors playing gleefully against type, plenty of Easter eggs for the hardcore DnD fans — this is one adventure you don’t want to miss. 

Chris Pine is Edgin Darvis, a bard and peacekeeper who turned to a life of thievery to support his daughter following the death of his wife — and was thrown in jail for it. After escaping with his friend Holga (Michelle Rodriguez), Edgin will stop at nothing to reunite with his daughter.* — K.G.

How to watch: Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves is now available to rent or buy on Prime Video.

16. The Sapphires Jessica Mauboy, Miranda Tapsell, Deborah Mailman, and Shari Sebbens are "The Sapphires." Credit: Goalpost / Kobal / Shutterstock

A little bit Dreamgirls, a little bit That Thing You Do!, and a whole lot of stellar soul covers: That's the Australian period musical-comedy The Sapphires. The film follows four young singers from a remote Indigenous community (Jessica Mauboy, Miranda Tapsell, Deborah Mailman, and Shari Sebbens) in the 1960s, who are discovered by an aimless manager (Chris O'Dowd), who turns them into a perfectly choreographed girl group bound for Vietnam to perform for the troops. Totally charming, this is one to watch with your parents. — C.W.

How to watch: The Sapphires is available to stream, rent, or buy on Prime Video.

17. Barbie

Frankly, the promotional journey for Barbie was so full of pink, so joyful, so fun, that would have been Kenough. The movie could have been a silly trifle, and we'd likely have been pleased. But writer/director Greta Gerwig brought us the universally heralded coming-of-age comedy Ladybird and then the rapturous re-imagining of Little Women. Her Barbie wasn't going to stop at playful. Instead, it parodied the patriarchy with horses, Stallone-inspired fashion, and a rousing dream ballet fueled by an actual banger, "I'm Just Ken."

Margot Robbie was picture-perfect as a Barbie who realizes the world is much bigger than the dreamhouse-dotted Barbie Land. Ryan Gosling was nominated for a rare comedy Oscar for his delightfully deranged take on the insecure man doll who couldn't cope, and so turned to conquering. (Napoleon relates!) While detractors have argued the film's girl-power messaging is simplistic, it's hard to deny that Gerwig did more with this IP than we could have dreamed. Sure, Barbie is a glossy toy commercial. But it's a glossy toy commercial that not only has something to say, but does so through spectacular filmmaking that folds in eye-popping practical effects, enthralling details, discontinued dolls, and jokes that were way outside the box. From Weird Barbie to that on-point Pride and Prejudice mini-series namedrop, Barbie had us so giddy that we felt like kids again.* — Kristy Puchko, Film Editor

How to watch: Barbie is now available to rent or buy on Prime Video.

18. Dirty Rotten Scoundrels

Steve Martin and Michael Caine have excellent chemistry as con men with opposite styles. Caine’s Lawrence is elegant and debonair, while Martin’s Freddy is brusque and fairly obvious. Predictably, when the two grifters meet in the south of France, they want the other to vacate their territory. The only way to settle the dispute? A contest of con-artistry! Whoever can hustle $50,000 from the "United States Soap Queen," Janet Colgate (Glenne Headly), wins. 1988’s Dirty Rotten Scoundrels — which is itself a remake of 1964's Bedtime Story — is a slapstick, buoyant, and smartly crafted comedy that has since been adapted into a Broadway musical and a 2019 remake (The Hustle starring Anne Hathaway and Rebel Wilson). But ignore all of those. Dirty Rotten Scoundrels is the best and brightest of the bunch. — K.G.

How to watch: Dirty Rotten Scoundrels is now available to rent or buy on Prime Video.

19. Heathers Winona Ryder out-means the mean girls. Credit: Cinemarque-New World / Kobal / Shutterstock

What's your damage? Long before Mean Girls was hitting popular bitches with buses, this 1989 pitch-black comedy bridged the gap between the John Hughes era and the more cynical teen cinema that would emerge in the '90s. Winona Ryder and Christian Slater star as Veronica and J.D., a discontented popular girl and outcast newcomer, respectively, who take revenge on a cruel clique of rich girls named Heather. The film takes the viciousness of high school to a darkly hilarious extreme, with its own snarky vernacular and vision of '80s excess (croquet! in blazers!). — C.W.

How to watch: Heathers is now available to stream, rent, or buy on Prime Video.

20. Thelma

When 93-year-old Thelma receives a phone call from her grandson claiming he’s been arrested and needs money, she wires $10,000 immediately. The only problem? Her grandson is fine. He’s not in jail. Thelma has been scammed! And when faced with disinterest from the police, Thelma takes it upon herself to track down these con artists herself and get her money back. June Squibb is superb as the nonagenarian on a mission, recruiting help from other seniors to achieve her goal — and she gets to ride a sick scooter! — K.G.

How to watch: Thelma is now available to rent or buy on Prime Video.

21. Dr. Strangelove

A bruising Cold War satire, Stanley Kubrick’s paradigm-shifting Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb makes a mockery of nuclear war strategy. The reaction upon its release in 1964 was ecstatic. Few movies before had dared to so boldly deride seemingly prestigious institutions like the Pentagon and the Presidency — or to cheerfully lampoon nuclear armageddon.

When an Air Force bomber receives the order to drop the bomb on the USSR, the U.S. government scrambles to discover who gave the order, who is actually in charge, and how they can avoid doomsday. Strangelove stars a peerless Peter Sellers in multiple roles, George C. Scott, Sterling Hayden, and more — as well as James Earl Jones in his film debut! — K.G. 

How to watch: Dr. Strangelove is now available to rent or buy on Prime Video.

22. His Girl Friday Cary Grant and Rosalind Russell, yes please. Credit: Columbia / Kobal / Shutterstock

This classic screwball rom-com, adapted from the play The Front Page, sees star reporter Hildy Johnson take on one last assignment with her editor ex-husband before she gets out of the game for good to remarry and retire to a quiet life of motherhood. If you're a little burned out on contemporary comedy, there's nothing better for the soul than watching a dame with moxie stalk around in gorgeous skirt suits tossing out rapid-fire banter in a Mid-Atlantic accent. As Hildy Johnson, Rosalind Russell does it better than just about anyone. Throw in Cary Grant as the former boss who's still in love with her — and still gives as good as he gets — and this 1940 film still crackles with energy and wit. — C.W.

How to watch: His Girl Friday is now available to stream, rent, or buy on Prime Video.

23. Galaxy Quest

Tim Allen, Sigourney Weaver, Alan Rickman, Tony Shalhoub, Sam Rockwell, and Daryl Mitchell are the fictional crew of a cult TV sci-fi series, Galaxy Quest. Years after the show’s been off the air, they float from convention to convention, signing autographs and wishing their careers had gone in a different direction. Until one day, they’re kidnapped by aliens who saw their TV broadcast from across the galaxy and thought it was real! Uh oh! Now the aliens hope Tim Allen and crew can defend their planet against an invading force, while the hapless band of actors just hopes they can keep up the ruse long enough to find a way home. Galaxy Quest is a deeply silly movie that packs a sneaky emotional punch. An absolute winner, through and through.* — K.G.

How to watch: Galaxy Quest is now available to rent or buy on Prime Video.

24. 21 Jump Street

21 Jump Street is an energetic and self-aware buddy comedy that premiered in 2012… and it feels very 2012, in that breezy, fun, bro-movie sort of way. Just like in the original '80s TV show, Jump Street features young cops going undercover in a high school — but there’s a twist. While Channing Tatum’s Greg was a popular kid in his glory days, modern Gen Z students look down on his "school sux" attitude. On the other hand, his partner Morton (Jonah Hill), who was always nerdy Greg’s sidekick, suddenly fits in, and this undercover gig becomes a chance to rewrite his disastrously uncool youth. 21 Jump Street is a gas, and it’s smarter and funnier than you’d expect for a nostalgic reboot, thanks to Phil Lord and Christopher Miller at the helm (Clone High, The Lego Movie), a sharp script by Michael Bacall, and an excellent ensemble cast that includes Brie Larson, Rob Riggle, Ellie Kemper, and Ice Cube. — K.G.

How to watch: 21 Jump Street is now available to rent or buy on Prime Video.

25. Late Night Reid Scott and Mindy Kaling star in "Late Night." Credit: Amazon / Moviestore / Shutterstock

Mindy Kaling and a wonderful Emma Thompson spark off each other in this spiky, smart comedy set in the world of late-night TV. Kaling's script follows Molly, an aspiring comedy writer who lands in the male, pale, and stale writer's room ruled with an iron fist by Thompson's legendary host, Katherine Newbury. (Oh, for a world where a woman was allowed to become a legendary late-night host.) While there's a sweet romance side plot with one of the many hey-it's-that-guy faces in the writing staff, the real focus is the relationship between Molly and Katherine, and their quest to work out what's really funny, and why. It's hilarious and heartfelt. — C.W.

How to watch: Late Night is now streaming on Prime Video.

26. Theater Camp

When Joan (Amy Sedaris), the storied theater director of performing arts camp AdirondACTS, falls into a coma, Joan’s son Troy (Jimmy Tatro) must take over her duties for the summer.  The only problem is that Troy is a total business bro who doesn’t understand the difference between a musical and a straight play (is a musical actually just a gay play?). While he’s trying to figure out how his mom kept this camp afloat, longtime counselors, BFFs, and former campers Amos (Ben Platt) and Rebecca-Diane (Molly Gordon) set out to direct a new masterpiece that tells Joan’s story. 

SEE ALSO: 'Theater Camp' review: A great comedy by theater kids, for theater kids

Written by Gordon, Platt, Noah Galvin, and Nick Lieberman, Theater Camp is a sweet, goofy mockumentary — and a love letter to all those who understand the life-or-death stakes of a cast list. — K.G.

How to watch: Theater Camp is now available to rent or buy on Prime Video.

27. Zoolander

One of Ben Stiller's greatest roles is supermodel Derek Zoolander, the original himbo. Beautiful and exceptionally dumb, Zoolander hits rock bottom when his place as the world's top male model is usurped by his similarly beautiful and dumb rival Hansel (perhaps Owen Wilson's best role as well???). There's a whole plot here about brainwashing models to carry out political assassinations, but let's be honest — that’s not why you’re watching Zoolander. You're watching Zoolander to see Stiller stand in front of a small diorama and shout, "What is this, a center for ants?!" Zoolander is just as ridiculous, fun, and quotable as it was 20 years ago. You'll never look at a friendly gasoline fight the same way again. — K.G.

How to watch: Zoolander is now available to rent or buy on Prime Video.

28. Clueless

Clueless, first of all, is iconic. Nearly 30 years have passed, but it’s still a cultural touchstone for today's teens. Perhaps its staying power comes from its plot, directly lifted from the literal founder of the romantic comedy, Jane Austen. Like Austen's Emma Woodhouse, Clueless' Cher (Alicia Silverstone) acts as a matchmaker to everyone around her but can't seem to get her own love life in order. The story alone does not fully capture the movie’s charm. Clueless is both hilarious and sweet, features unforgettable costumes, and most importantly, is filled to the brim with memorable, quotable lines. Cinema has never heard a more cutting insult than: "You're a virgin who can't drive."* — K.G.

How to watch: Clueless is now available to rent or buy on Prime Video.

29. Everybody Wants Some!!

In the last three days before class starts, a 1980 Texas college baseball team parties, carouses, and cruises their way across campus. They've got to have fun while they can — and so we do, too! 

Richard Linklater's 2016 nostalgic hangout flick Everybody Wants Some!! is a spiritual sequel to his 1993 hit Dazed and Confused. Much like Dazed, the plot here is meandering, happy to revel in life's small moments — a signature Linklater style. But unlike some of the director's more introspective titles, like Boyhood and Before Sunrise, the moments here are exuberant, wild, and brimming with energy. Linklater, who based the script on his own experiences, shows clear affection for his characters, a troop of spirited young athletes on the cusp of manhood, carefree and full of life. It's hard to overstate the effervescent charm of this movie, and its cast, which features Glen Powell, Wyatt Russell, Austin Amelio, Tyler Hoechlin, Blake Jenner, Zoey Deutch, and more! — K.G.

How to watch: Everybody Wants Some!! is now available to rent or buy on Prime Video.

30. Best in Show Credit: Doane Gregory / Castle Rock / Warner Bros / Kobal / Shutterstock

Christopher Guest's peerless 2000 mockumentary, Best in Show, is so sublime in large part thanks to its cast of highly skilled improvisers. Jennifer Coolidge, Eugene Levy, Catherine O'Hara, Parker Posey, Jane Lynch, Michael McKean, John Michael Higgins, and Michael Hitchcock are all participants in a Mayflower Kennel Club Dog Show, each vying for the prestigious award they've dedicated their lives to. In typical Guest fashion, the humor here comes from the grounded lunacy of the characters. These quirky people are larger-than-life, and yet as real as your next-door neighbors. Simply put, Best in Show is a celebration of human eccentricity… And there are also a lot of dogs! Sign us up! — K.G.

How to watch: Best in Show is now available to rent or buy on Prime Video.

31. Wayne's World

Wayne’s World has had a truly indelible effect on popular culture. It introduced "Schwing!" into the vernacular and made "That’s what she said" a household joke, for starters. The head-banging to "Bohemian Rhapsody" scene remains one of cinema's most iconic moments to this day. Inspired by an SNL sketch, and produced by Lorne Michaels, Wayne's World is a charming and often absurd comedy that perfectly encapsulates the carefree hope of the early '90s. Also, it's downright hilarious. 

Mike Myers and Dana Carvey are Wayne and Garth, two long-haired, grungy, rock music lovers who host a public access television show in Wayne's parents' basement. When a slick producer (Rob Lowe) offers to buy the show, they jump at the chance to make their dreams come true. But these two freethinkers find having a boss and working for the man might not be worth the money that comes with it. Silly, fun, and much smarter than it looks, Wayne's World is a delightful '90s nostalgia-fest that feels as fresh and engaging as if it were made yesterday.* — K.G.

How to watch: Wayne’s World is now available to rent or buy on Prime Video.

UPDATE: Mar. 28, 2025, 12:00 p.m. EDT This article was originally published on February 25, 2022 and has been updated to reflect the current streaming options.

TL;DR: Mashable readers can now upgrade to Windows 11 Pro with a lifetime license for only £11.57 (reg. £108.18).

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Windows 10 has served us well, but it’s time to say goodbye. Microsoft is pulling the plug on support for ye olde OS this year. So, if you’re still hanging onto it, now might be the perfect time to consider an upgrade. And no, you don’t have to settle for the basic Windows 11 Home edition.

For just £11.57, you can level up to Windows 11 Pro for life.

Why Windows 11 Pro?

If you're used to Windows 10, then Windows 11 Pro will feel like a breath of fresh air. The sleek, modern design makes navigating your computer a lot more enjoyable. But it’s not just about looks. This version also has some major quality-of-life improvements. Multitasking is a breeze with tools like Snap Layouts, which helps you organise your windows like a pro. Whether you’re juggling multiple tabs or switching between apps, it’s all so much easier.

And, for those of us who need to feel like we're actually getting work done, Windows 11 Pro brings a nice productivity boost. You can have multiple virtual desktops to keep your work and personal life separate.

Windows really leaned into security with this one. The built-in security tools like BitLocker device encryption and TPM 2.0 give you a solid foundation against unwanted access. Add in Windows Defender’s real-time protection and you’ve got a system that’s pretty hard to crack.

It’s not just about keeping your files safe, either. The upgraded login options, including biometric features like facial recognition, make it even easier to get into your system without a password. So, no more typing in those long, complicated strings of characters when you’re in a rush. 

If you're ready for an upgrade, get Windows 11 Pro licenses while they're on sale for just £11.57 (reg. £108.18). 

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TL;DR: Watch the 2025 MotoGP Grand Prix of The Americas for free on ServusTV. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

The new MotoGP season has started exactly how we expected it to, with exciting battles between the best riders in the world. And we're all set for more of the same this weekend as the action heads to the USA.

If you're interested in watching the 2025 MotoGP Grand Prix of The Americas for free from anywhere in the world, we've got all the information you need.

When is the 2025 MotoGP Grand Prix of The Americas?

The MotoGP Grand Prix of The Americas takes place at the Circuit Of The Americas. The 2025 MotoGP Grand Prix of The Americas race starts at 3 p.m. ET on March 30.

How to watch the 2025 MotoGP Grand Prix of The Americas for free

Every 2025 MotoGP race is available to live stream for free on ServusTV.

ServusTV is geo-restricted to Austria, but anyone can access this free streaming platform with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in Austria, meaning you can bypass geo-restrictions to access ServusTV from anywhere in the world.

Unblock ServusTV by following this simple process:

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The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but they do tend to offer free-trial periods or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can access MotoGP live streams without fully committing with your cash. This clearly isn't a long-term solution, but it does mean you can watch the 2025 MotoGP Grand Prix of The Americas before recovering your investment.

If you want to retain permanent access to free streaming sites from around the world, you'll need a subscription. Fortunately, the best VPN for live streaming is on sale for a limited time.

What is the best VPN for MotoGP?

ExpressVPN is the top choice for unblocking ServusTV, for a number of reasons:

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If you like playing daily word games like Wordle, then Hurdle is a great game to add to your routine.

There are five rounds to the game. The first round sees you trying to guess the word, with correct, misplaced, and incorrect letters shown in each guess. If you guess the correct answer, it'll take you to the next hurdle, providing the answer to the last hurdle as your first guess. This can give you several clues or none, depending on the words. For the final hurdle, every correct answer from previous hurdles is shown, with correct and misplaced letters clearly shown.

An important note is that the number of times a letter is highlighted from previous guesses does necessarily indicate the number of times that letter appears in the final hurdle.

If you find yourself stuck at any step of today's Hurdle, don't worry! We have you covered.

SEE ALSO: Hurdle: Everything you need to know to find the answers Hurdle Word 1 hint

Skin and bones.

SEE ALSO: Apple’s new M3 MacBook Air is $300 off at Amazon. And yes, I’m tempted. Hurdle Word 1 answer

WEEDY

Hurdle Word 2 hint

One of the seven dwarves.

SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Answer, hints for March 30, 2025 Hurdle Word 2 Answer

DOPEY

Hurdle Word 3 hint

To arrange.

SEE ALSO: NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for March 30 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for March 30, 2025 Hurdle Word 3 answer

ALIGN

Hurdle Word 4 hint

A cloudy liquid.

SEE ALSO: NYT Strands hints, answers for March 30 Hurdle Word 4 answer

MILKY

Final Hurdle hint

A fantasy.

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Games available on Mashable Hurdle Word 5 answer

IMAGO

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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.

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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 Sports Edition categories

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

• Yellow: For your feet

• Green: Baseball stats

• Blue: Mascots for Canadian football

• Purple: Geography-related

Featured Video For You Connections: How to play and how to win Here are today's Connections Sports Edition categories

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

• Yellow: Running shoe brands

• Green: Seen on a baseball scoreboard

• Blue: CFL teams

• Purple: Teams whose names begin with a geographical feature

Looking for Wordle today? Here's the answer to today's Wordle.

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 today's Connections Sports Edition #188 is...

What is the answer to Connections Sports Edition today

• Running shoe brands - ADIDAS, ASICS, HOKA, SAUCONY

• Seen on a baseball scoreboard - ERRORS, HITS, INNING, RUNS

• CFL teams - ARGONAUTS, ELKS, LIONS, TIGER-CATS

• Teams whose names begin with a geographical feature - ISLANDERS, SEAHAWKS, LAKERS, MOUNTAINEERS

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.

Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.

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Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Connections.

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.

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By 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 March 30 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for March 30 NYT Strands hint for today’s theme: Join the chorus

The words are related to singing.

Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explained

These words are roles in a singing group.

NYT Strands spangram hint: Is it vertical or horizontal?

Today's NYT Strands spangram is vertical.

NYT Strands spangram answer today

Today's spangram is ChoirPart.

Featured Video For You Strands 101: How to win NYT’s latest word game NYT Strands word list for March 30

• Alto

• Mezzo

• Soprano

• Treble

• Bass

• ChoirPart

• Tenor

• Baritone

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Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Strands.

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.

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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.

SEE ALSO: NYT's The Mini crossword answers for March 30 Here's a hint for today's Connections categories

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

• Yellow: Not out of the ordinary

• Green: Parts of our nation's emblem

• Blue: Seen on a NYC theater marquee

• Purple: The second half of the word is the same

Featured Video For You Connections: How to play and how to win Here are today's Connections categories

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

• Yellow: Average

• Green: Pictured on the U.S. Great Seal

• Blue: Proper nouns in Broadway musical titles that are spoken phrases

• Purple: ___ Man

Looking for Wordle today? Here's the answer to today's Wordle.

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What is the answer to Connections today

• Average: MEAN, NORM, PAR, STANDARD

• Pictured on the U.S. Great Seal: ARROWS, EAGLE, OLIVE BRANCH, SHIELD

• Proper nouns in Broadway musical titles that are spoken phrases: BIRDIE, DOLLY, KATE, YANKEES

• ___ Man: BOGEY, CRAFTS, GENTLE, SPOKES

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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 March 30 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 March 30, 2025 Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:

A share or allocation.

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 Q.

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The solution to today's Wordle is...

QUOTA.

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Reporting 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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SAVE $50: As of March 29, the brand-new 2025 MacBook Air with M4 chip is available for $949 at Amazon. That’s $50 off its regular price of $999.

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I don’t know who’s asleep at the wheel over at Amazon, but they’ve got the just-released 2025 MacBook Air with the M4 chip sitting pretty at $949. Yes, already. Yes, somehow still in stock. This is the kind of deal that feels like it should come with a countdown timer and dramatic music.

Apple just announced the M4 chip, and we’re already getting a discount on a MacBook that has it baked in. This version comes with 16GB of memory and 256GB of SSD storage—aka the sweet spot for anyone who wants a laptop that won’t flinch when you open five apps and 28 tabs at once. It’s fast, smooth, and just obnoxiously good at everything.

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The design hasn’t changed much from last year’s MacBook Air, but when something already looks this sleek and weighs practically nothing, I’m not complaining. The Midnight finish? Gorgeous. The 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display? Still serving up a billion colors like it’s trying to show off.

Apple also upgraded the webcam to a 12MP Center Stage camera, which is perfect for video calls where you want to look like you have your life together. Add in three mics, four speakers, and Spatial Audio, and you’re basically set to produce a podcast without trying.

• Price: $949.00 (Was $999.00)

• Retailer: Amazon

• Model: 2025 MacBook Air (M4)

• Display: 13.6-inch Liquid Retina

• Memory: 16GB Unified Memory

• Storage: 256GB SSD

• Processor: Apple M4

• Battery Life: Up to 18 hours

• Extras: Touch ID, 12MP Center Stage camera, Spatial Audio

What really gets me is that the M4 chip is supposed to make this laptop even more efficient, with up to 18 hours of battery life and full support for Apple’s new Intelligence features. I can barely make it through a day with my current setup without needing a charger and a nap.

This is a brand-new laptop. It should be sold out. It should definitely not be on sale. And yet, here it is. Sitting in my cart. Waiting for me to make one slightly irresponsible (but entirely justified) purchase.