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The Oregon Ducks and Michigan State football teams are scheduled to meet at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon, for a Big Ten Conference contest on Friday, Oct. 4. The game is scheduled to start at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT. 

Oregon, ranked No. 6 in The Associated Press poll, enters the matchup 4-0 overall and 1-0 in the Big Ten. Most recently, Oregon defeated UCLA 34-13. Michigan State comes into the contest 3-2 overall and 1-1 in the Big Ten. On Sept. 28, Ohio State beat MSU 38-7. Entering Friday, Oregon leads the all-time series 4-3 vs. Michigan State.

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Dan Lanning is the Oregon Ducks football head coach. Jonathan Smith is the Michigan State football head coach. 

Oregon Ducks vs. MSU football kickoff time and network

The Oregon Ducks vs. Michigan State football game is scheduled for a 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT start on FOX on Friday, Oct. 4. The FOX broadcasters are scheduled to be Jason Benetti (play-by-play), Brock Huard (analyst), and Alison Williams (sideline reporter). 

Without cable or satellite TV, some options to watch the Oregon vs. MSU football game via online live stream include FuboTV and Sling.

Best streaming services for Michigan State vs. Oregon football game

You need to choose a streaming service to watch college football without cable or satellite TV. Here are the best streaming services to consider for Friday's MSU vs. Oregon Ducks football game on FOX. 

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FOX is available on Sling TV in select markets. Those include Atlanta, Austin, Chicago, Dallas, Gainesville, Houston, Los Angeles, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, New York, Orlando, Philadelphia, Phoenix, San Francisco, San Jose, Seattle, Tacoma, Tampa, and Washington, D.C. 

If you’re not in one of those markets, getting Sling TV won’t help you watch the Oregon vs. MSU football game. 

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FuboTV offers you more than 250 channels of live TV and the option to watch on 10 screens at once. You can try FuboTV with a seven-day free trial period. 

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

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.

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This word describes an undomesticated animal.

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FERAL

Hurdle Word 2 hint

Evil Knievel did these better than anyone.

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STUNT

Hurdle Word 3 hint

Soaked in an unpleasant manner.

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SOGGY

Hurdle Word 4 hint

A tool that holds things together.

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CLAMP

Final Hurdle hint

A state of agitation.

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TIZZY

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The Daily Mini Crossword is one of the many popular daily word games available on Mashable. Powered by Arkadium, the mini crossword offers a speed round of puzzle fun with clues that are sure to challenge experienced crossword enthusiasts.

But there's no need to let the challenge get in the way of your enjoyment! If moments are turning to minutes after getting stuck on a clue, find the answers you need to progress right here.

And when you're done, check out the many other word games you can play on Mashable, including a full-size crossword.

Also, if you get stuck on any other daily word games, such as Wordle, Connections, or Strands — we have you covered.

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Here are the clues and answers to Daily Mini Crossword for Friday, October 4, 2024:

AcrossExclamation of frustration

• The answer is Argh.

Party pooper

• The answer is Bore.

Something sweet

• The answer is Sugar.

Applications

• The answer is Uses.

Digs for pigs

• The answer is Pens.

DownTake unfair advantage of

• The answer is Abuse.

Pineapple Express actor Seth

• The answer is Rogen.

It covers a lot of ground

• The answer is Grass.

___ Royal Highness

• The answer is Her.

Slangy greeting

• The answer is Sup.

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Apple's iOS 18.0.1 is out, and it brings fixes for several issues that have troubled iPhone 16 and 16 Pro owners.

This includes the touch screen bug that rendered iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro's touch screen unresponsive in some circumstances, as well as a bug that froze the iPhone 16 Pro's camera when recording macro mode on the Ultra Wide camera in 4K with HDR turned off.

A bug which caused Messages to quit when replying to a message with a shared Apple Watch face was also fixed, as well as a performance issue related to memory allocation on certain iPhone models.

We haven't seen any new features or upgrades in this release, but the list of fixes above should be enough to make you want to upgrade as soon as you can.

Alongside iOS 18.0.1, Apple also updated iPadOS to version 18.0.1, as well as macOS Sequoia to version 15.0.1. On the iPad side of things, fixes include a fix for Messages and performance issues analogue to the bugs in iOS 18. As for macOS Sequoia, the new release also fixes the Messages bug, and improves compatibility with third-party security software.

SEE ALSO: How to use Genmoji on iOS 18

All of the new releases should be available for all users under Settings - General - Software Update.

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 Friday, October 4, 2024:

AcrossWhat lanternfish can do, using organs called photophores

• The answer is Glow.

Channel with "Vanderpump Rules" and "Below Deck"

• The answer is Bravo.

Consumed

• The answer is Eaten.

Really need a bath

• The answer is Stink.

Change for a twenty

• The answer is Tens.

DownStorm drain cover

• The answer is Grate.

"Et tu, Brute?" language

• The answer is Latin.

Bakery fixtures

• The answer is Ovens.

Stats or policy nerd

• The answer is Wonk.

Work email sign-off

• The answer is Best.

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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.

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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.

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These words are inside the car.

Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explained

The answers are stored near the passenger seat.

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 Glovebox.

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• Atlas

• Flare

• Title

• Glovebox

• Quarter

• Manual

• Registration

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The Northern Lights are set to make another appearance over the next few days, bathing the sky over the U.S.-Canadian border in a beautiful display of colour. Here's how you can view the aurora borealis' amazing natural light show.

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According to the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC), northern U.S. states may be able to see the Northern Lights from Oct. 4, with the display expected to persist until Oct. 6. Some of the lower Midwest to Oregon might also catch a glimpse of the aurora borealis, though odds improve toward the top end of the country.

This weekend's aurora is a result of strong G3 geomagnetic storms predicted to arrive at Earth over the next three days, with the SWPC having issued Geomagnetic Storm Watches until Sunday. Fortunately, these storms should be more dazzling than disruptive. Though geomagnetic storms can cause issues such as power outages and radio disruption, the SWPC predicts that the "limited, minor effects to some technological infrastructure" which may occur during these particular storms will be "mainly mitigatable." As such, you can enjoy gazing at the Northern Lights without any worries.

How to get the best view of the Northern Lights Credit: The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Space Weather Prediction Center

Though you can't control the weather or cloud cover obscuring the Northern Lights, you can take some steps to ensure you get the best view possible.

First, you should check that you're looking up at the right time. Searching for the Northern Lights before sunset will leave you disappointed, as auroras aren't clearly visible during the day. Instead, you should try at night when the dark sky provides the Northern Lights with a contrasting backdrop. According to the SWPC, the best viewing time for an aurora borealis is between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m.

You should also try to view the aurora from somewhere with as little light pollution as possible. If you're willing to travel, a certified Dark Sky Place close to the U.S.' border with Canada should give you excellent visibility. These locations have been independently reviewed and recognised as having minimal light pollution, allowing for some of the best possible views of the night sky.

Even if you can't travel to one of these areas, you should still go out and look up anyway. When conditions are right, auroras can be visible from over 600 miles away.

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While auroras can also be caused by solar flares, we can thank coronal mass ejections for this particular display. As the name suggests, a coronal mass ejection is when the Sun expels significant amounts of plasma and magnetic field from its corona, the outermost layer of its atmosphere. 

The resulting solar wind then travels toward Earth, though it can take some time to arrive. Even the fastest coronal mass ejections can take most of a day to get here, while radiation from solar flares can arrive in as little as eight minutes. 

Upon arrival, the majority of the solar wind is deflected away from Earth courtesy of the planet's magnetic field. Not all of it is sent back out into space though, with some charged ion particles entering said field instead. Such particles travel to Earth's polar regions where the magnetic field is weakest, colliding with oxygen and nitrogen atoms once there.

This chemical reaction creates the colourful lights that make up an aurora. If it's located in the Northern Hemisphere it's called an aurora borealis, while those in the Southern Hemisphere are called aurora australis.

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TL;DR: Live stream Denver Nuggets vs. Boston Celtics in the NBA preseason for free on Ran.de. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

A lot of fans thought that the Denver Nuggets would meet the Boston Celtics is the NBA finals last season, but the Nuggets fell short. That was disappointing for a talented team led by the incredible Nikola Jokić, so they'll want to start the new season with some much needed positivity.

The stars are unlikely to play a major part in preseason games, but you can still get a taste of what each team is set to offer this season. And there's always the chance to spot a talented rookie before anyone else.

If you want to watch Denver Nuggets vs. Boston Celtics in the NBA preseason for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is Denver Nuggets vs. Boston Celtics?

Denver Nuggets vs. Boston Celtics in the NBA preseason starts at 12 p.m. ET on Oct. 4. This game takes place at the Etihad Arena.

How to watch Denver Nuggets vs. Boston Celtics for free

Denver Nuggets vs. Boston Celtics is available to live stream for free on Ran.de.

Ran.de is geo-restricted to Germany, 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 Germany, meaning you can unblock free live streams of the NBA preseason from anywhere in the world.

Live stream Denver Nuggets vs. Boston Celtics for free on Ran.de by following these simple steps:

1. Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)

2. Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)

3. Open up the app and connect to a server in Germany

4. Visit Ran.de

5. Watch Denver Nuggets vs. Boston Celtics for free from anywhere in the world

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The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but leading VPNs do tend to offer free-trial periods or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can gain access to free live streams of the NBA preseason without actually spending anything. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream Denver Nuggets vs. Boston Celtics before recovering your investment.

What is the best VPN for the NBA?

ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport, for a number of reasons:

• Servers in 105 countries including Germany

• Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more

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• Up to eight simultaneous connections

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There is no better way to spend your free time than sitting back and watching your favourite sport, preferably surrounded by mountains of snacks and refreshments.

You simply can't escape sport these days, as every news channel, social media platform, and panel show constantly pumps out the latest highlights from all over the world. Global sport has never been easier to follow, which has resulted in a growing contingent of fans who follow sports and teams from other countries. We're all for following your passion, but this interest does cause an issue. What if your favourite sport is not readily available in your location?

It's all well and good checking in on your team from time to time online, or maybe watching the highlights from last night's game on YouTube, but this just isn't going to be enough for the most dedicated of fans. This group will need to watch games live, which can be tricky if you're based on the other side of the planet.

Whether you desperately want to follow the NBA, NFL, NHL, or some other three-letter acronym, there is a solution to your problem. No, we're not going to suggest that you try and find some dodgy stream that throws even dodgier ads your way. Instead, you should consider investing in a VPN.

Do you need a VPN to watch the NBA?

The NBA League Pass provides a solution for anyone who wants to watch their favourite teams live online. However, if you live in U.S. or Canada, NBA League Pass blackouts prevent you from watching certain live games.

The only way to get around these geo-restrictions is with a VPN. These security services encrypt all of your data, protect your identity, and hide your real IP address. By connecting to a server in a location with full access to the game you want to watch, you can trick NBA League Pass into thinking you are based in a location that isn't blocked. This is the same technique used by lots of VPN subscribers to access extra libraries of streaming sites like Netflix.

Also, you can find much cheaper subscription deals if you sign up from a server in another country. There are always new deals dropping, but at one point you could have saved 75% on an annual NBA League Pass subscription from India. It's quick and easy to switch your location to India with a VPN, meaning you could access the best deal in a matter of seconds.

It's important to point out that you will always need a subscription to the NBA League Pass if you want to watch every game. A VPN can bypass geo-restrictions and save you a lot of money on a subscription, but they do not grant you access to everything for free.

What are the most important VPN features for streaming sport?

The world of VPNs can be a complicated and frankly overwhelming place to be if you don't know what's going on. This is where we can help. We've researched everything you need to know about VPNs, and highlighted a selection of features that actually matter when it comes to streaming sport:

• Bandwidth — The best VPNs do not place monthly caps on network bandwidth, but there are some cheap services that only let you download a certain amount of data. Obviously, you should avoid these services. You should only consider VPNs with unlimited bandwidth, so you can stream as much sport as you wish.

• Connection speed — If there is one thing that completely ruins a sport streaming session, it's buffering. Every VPN is going to cause a drop in connection speed, but it shouldn't result in lag or buffering. Make sure you select a VPN with consistently strong connection speeds so that you can watch the NBA without interruptions.

• Number of connections — This feature isn't the most important if you only ever use one device, but if you're in a large household with loads of devices, it's better to subscribe to a VPN with an unlimited number of multi-logins. This means you can connect an unlimited number of devices simultaneously with the same account, so everyone can watch their favourite sport at the same time. Not many VPNs offer unlimited connections, but most of the best services let you connect at least five devices simultaneously, which is probably enough for most people.

• Server network — VPNs provide access to literally thousands of servers located all around the world, and it's these servers that grant you access to things like the NBA International League Pass. It's important to pick a VPN with a large and diverse selection of servers so that you can always find a reliable and speedy connection.

It's important to take all of this into consideration when selecting a VPN for streaming any sort of sport from around the world. The best strategy is to think through these important features, and weigh them against your own set of personal priorities. Then you should have a clearer idea about what really matters to you.

Should you use free VPNs?

Before we get into the best VPNs for watching the NBA, it's worth tackling to most common question when it comes to VPNs. Should you pay for a VPN, or try a free service?

There are plenty of free VPNs out there that offer a decent set of features, but these almost always have limits on data, server network, and connection speed, so if you want to stream freely, we really wouldn't recommend them.

The good news is that there are a lot of cheap plans on offer from the leading services, especially if you're willing to commit to long contract. The cheapest monthly rates are reserved for the longest contracts, so if you find a VPN that ticks all of your boxes, it might be worth signing up for a lengthy plan.

What is the best VPN for watching the NBA? 

There are a lot of VPNs that provide a user-friendly viewing experience for the NBA, but we know you're only interested in the very best. That's why we have lined up a selection of the best VPNs for streaming sport, including the best deals on popular services like ExpressVPN and CyberGhost VPN.

There should be something for everyone and every budget on this list, so all you need to do is consider the options we have highlighted, and pick the service that suits you best.

These are the best VPNs for watching the NBA in 2024.

If you're buying, trading, and selling cryptocurrencies, a cryptocurrency wallet is a must-have digital accessory. We're not just talking about a Bitcoin wallet either — there are a growing number of cryptocurrencies out there for you to invest in.

But what is a crypo wallet? And how does it work? And do you really need one? We understand any confusion. The digital world can be confusing and moves at a relentless, always-upgrading pace. And you're right to be cautious: The new-fangled crypto world can be a shady, scammy place.

If you're new to it all, don't worry. We've compiled a list of great crypto wallets — options for all kinds of cryptocurrency owners — and answered the key questions.

Do you need a crypto wallet?

Technically, you don't need a crypto wallet, but just as a regular wallet keeps your cash and cards safer, a crypto wallet makes everything easier. It keeps everything in one place, so you can see exactly what crypto assets you own. It's also ideal for making Bitcoin and other cryptocurrency transactions. Simply put, if you want to be organised with how you track and monitor your cryptocurrency, you need a crypto wallet.

Are there different types of crypto wallet?

At their simplest, there are two types of wallet — a hot wallet and cold wallet — which are then broken down into subsections. A hot wallet is one that is actively connected to the internet, while a cold wallet is offline.

What is a hot wallet?

Let's break down the hot wallet with a bit more detail. Being connected to the internet means it's really easy to make transactions but hot wallets also more vulnerable to attack. The wallets typically break down to being either a mobile wallet or a desktop wallet, depending on if you're using a smartphone app or desktop app.

Another term you may see is an online wallet or cloud wallet. These are very easy to use as you can access them from any location. However, your private keys are stored on another server, which can be risky. Generally, it's not advised to use them for large amounts of money.

What is a cold wallet?

A cold wallet is not connected to the internet. That means there's no risk of being hacked but you do need to physically store items. One example is a paper wallet, which involves storing your Bitcoin or another cryptocurrency as a QR code that is printed out. Another form of cold storage wallet is a hardware wallet. It lets you store your private keys in a secure physical device while cryptocurrencies stored within the wallet are kept offline, so no chance of them being hacked.

Within the cold wallet category there are are also custodial wallets. These are digital wallets where the private key or keys are held by the service provider. You access and spend money on it but you don't have full control over it. The service provider could even potentially stop you from transferring funds.

What is the safest crypto wallet?

There isn't really one type of truly safe crypto wallet. They all have different strengths and advantages largely depending on how you're looking after your currency.

On the surface, hot wallets appear to be the riskiest. That's because you're dependent on the security of a provider. Cold storage may seem like the best solution, with crypto hardware wallets seemingly unbeatable, right? Kind of. These may not be vulnerable to hackers as they're offline but they are susceptible to external damage, theft, or simple loss of the hardware.

There's no perfect solution. You just need to weigh up what works best for your needs.

Will your Bitcoin grow in your crypto wallet?

For the most part, unfortunately not. Unlike a regular bank account that may have interest added to investments, a crypto wallet is solely a means of storage. Just like a regular wallet, it's somewhere to keep your finances safe rather than to see them grow and develop. There are some exceptions. Coinbase Wallet allows you to earn interest, but there's a certain amount of risk with rates fluctuating.

What is the best crypto wallet?

The good news is that there are plenty of crypto wallets out there, so you have options. The bad news is that selecting the right one is tricky. This is where we can help. We've lined up a selection of the very best crypto wallets, with something to suit everyone.

These are the best crypto wallets in 2024.