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Buzz buzz, Yellowjackets fans! We're almost ready to be dragged back into the creepy woods of teen chaos, with the arrival of Season 3 of the Showtime series.

It's been a minute since we've checked in with the hungriest football team on TV, and in two seasons, there's been more than a few people who have buzzed off to the afterlife in various grisly ways.

SEE ALSO: 'Yellowjackets' ending explained: Season 2 bids farewell to a fan favorite

Which characters have died on Yellowjackets Seasons 1 and 2? Who's been eaten? Who's been murdered? Let's recap all those currently either pushing up daisies or lining the bellies of our lost teammates.

Who died in the wilderness?Jackie Left: Credit: Kailey Schwerman / Showtime Right: Credit: Kailey Schwerman / Showtime

Froze to death sleeping outside the cabin, was eaten.

Javi Left: Credit: Kailey Schwerman / Showtime Right: Credit: Kimberley French / Showtime

Fell through the ice while being chased, was eaten.

Laura Lee Credit: Kailey Schwerman / Showtime

Exploded in plane escape attempt.

Shauna's baby Credit: Kailey Schwerman / Showtime

Stillborn. This was a sad one.

Crystal Credit: Kailey Schwerman / Showtime

Pushed off a cliff by Misty, still "missing".

Coach Bill + Rachel Credit: Kailey Schwerman / Showtime

One was impaled after the plane crash. One was impaled during the plane crash.

Unknown Pit Girl Credit: Paul Sarkis / Showtime

Whoever fell into the pit in Season 1, episode 1 remains a mystery. But what's not in doubt is their fate, impaled by pit sticks.

Who died in the present?Travis Credit: Kailey Schwerman / Showtime

Accidentally hanged himself while attempting to talk to the darkness. Lottie was supposed to save him but had a technical malfunction.

Natalie Credit: Colin Bentley / Showtime

Accidentally stabbed with poison by Misty, who was aiming for Lisa.

Adam Credit: Michael Courtney / Showtime

Murdered by Shauna via stabbing, covered up by Shauna, Misty, Nat, Taissa, and Jeff.

Kevyn Credit: Kailey Schwerman / Showtime

Poisoned by Walter via laced coffee.

Jessica Credit: Kailey Schwerman / Showtime

Poisoned by Misty via laced cigarette.

Biscuit Credit: Kailey Schwerman / Showtime

Murdered by Night Taissa, head placed on creepy basement altar. Justice for Biscuit.

Who'll make it through Season 3 of Yellowjackets? Mashable's got you covered this season.

Yellowjackets Season 3 is streaming on Paramount+ with Showtime from Feb. 14, with new episodes weekly.

There's nothing like a feature-length chance to fall in love. And there's no better time to see it than right now.

Whether you're preparing a cozy evening for two, having a long-distance hang with friends, or embarking on a private, solo cry over love lost/love won/the state of the planet/etc., romantic comedies are one of our greatest resources for emotional catharsis. Roll into the romance and humor of it all with abandon (and our help). Mashable has combed through every rom-com on Hulu to assess the best of the best for your streaming buck.

Here are the best romantic comedies now on Hulu.

1. Palm Springs Credit: Hulu

In one of the best movies of 2020, Andy Samberg and Cristin Milioti play nihilistic wedding guests who become stuck in a time loop à la Groundhog Day. Stupidly funny and surprisingly sweet, this sci-fi nightmare-meets-rom-com explores a been-there-done-that premise with a fresh approach and two leads you'll fall for instantly. (Fair warning: If you're in the middle of an existential crisis, maybe hold off on this one. Palm Springs isn't your average meet-cute.) — Alison Foreman, Entertainment Reporter

How to watch: Palm Springs is now streaming on Hulu.

2. Love, Simon

A heartfelt coming-of-age story, Love, Simon follows a closeted teenage boy as he grapples with coming out to his family and community. Nick Robinson is deeply endearing as Simon, who finds himself in a modern epistolary romance (they emailed each other) with an anonymous male classmate. But when another student, Martin, finds their secret correspondence, he threatens to out Simon unless Simon helps Martin win the heart of one of his friends, Abby. 

Based on a novel by Becky Albertalli (Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda), Love, Simon is an absolute smash hit across the board. The performances are moving, the script is clever, and the tone deftly marries humor with real emotional depth. This is one you don’t want to miss. 

How to watch: Love, Simon is now on Hulu (with Live TV).

3. Easy A

You might not think that a modern movie inspired by Nathaniel Hawthorne's 1850 novel The Scarlet Letter sounds like a blast — but you'd be dead wrong! Will Gluck's 2010 hit Easy A is a clever comedy with a delightfully updated take on teen sex and double standards that will leave you laughing… and listening to Natasha Bedingfield on repeat.

Emma Stone is perfect as Olive Penderghast, a smart, sarcastic student who lies about having sex with her friend Brandon (Dan Byrd) so that people will think he's straight. But while Brandon receives praise for his "conquest," Olive receives the opposite — some good ol' fashioned 2010s slut shaming. Soon, guys throughout the school are approaching Olive, requesting the same favor: to corroborate a rumor about their hookup so they can seem manly. Olive leans into her new harlot reputation, even though it's getting harder and harder to laugh off the nasty looks or to find a guy interested in anything more than the social clout she can give them.

There's lots to love about this winning teen comedy, but the cast deserves special praise: Amanda Bynes is delightful as a religious and judgmental fellow student, Penn Bagdley is charming as the down-to-earth childhood friend, and Stanley Tucci and Lisa Kudrow steal every scene they're in as hippie parents not quite sure how to handle Olive's new lifestyle.

How to watch: Easy A is now streaming on Hulu.

4. Waiting to Exhale  Credit: Moviestore / Shutterstock

Savannah, Robin, Bernadine, and Gloria are close friends in Phoenix who can’t seem to sort out their love lives. But, thanks to support from each other, over the course of the film, they each find their own kind of happy ending. Whitney Houston, Angela Bassett, Loretta Devine, Lela Rochon, Wesley Snipes, Gregory Hines, Dennis Haysbert, Wendell Pierce, and more all round out this absolutely stacked cast. Adapted from a Terry McMillan novel and directed by Forest Whitaker, Waiting to Exhale examines the beauty of life’s pains and pleasures in equal measure.

How to watch: Waiting to Exhale is now streaming on Hulu.

5. Say Anything

If you're too young to know where the rom-com trope of the guy holding a boombox outside his love's window comes from, it's time to sit down and get an education. Say Anything is a romantic comedy hall-of-famer. John Cusack is Lloyd Dobler, a high school underachiever, and Ione Skye is Diane Court, the valedictorian. Spurred by a desire to break out of her sheltered lifestyle, Diane agrees to a date with Lloyd, and a romance quickly blooms. But Diane's father doesn't approve — Diane is headed to England at the end of the summer, and he's determined to see Lloyd, a distraction, out of the picture.

This 1989 charmer, written and directed by Cameron Crowe, is more complex than your average mindless romance. These people and their problems feel real, and the intensity of their emotion will touch you to your core. Prepare to clutch your chest and sigh from the unshakeable, fathomless depths of Lloyd Dobler's passion, a standard to which all future boyfriends will be compared… and found wanting.

How to watch: Say Anything is now streaming on Hulu.

6. The Proposal

The Proposal is a veritable romantic comedy archetype. Sandra Bullock is the no-nonsense boss reviled by her employees. Ryan Reynolds is the pushover personal assistant she bullies into marrying her for a green card (to keep her from being deported back to, ahem, Canada). It’s not just fake dating — it’s a fake marriage, folks! And these two opposites are going to find what they’ve been missing all along has been right under their noses, but only after they bicker themselves into a slew of ridiculous shenanigans, of course.

There is nothing unpredictable about The Proposal. It hits all the beats. The characters are exactly who you think they are. It’s not really kind to women, in a very 2000s way. But sometimes, a little comforting, mindless, nostalgic indistinguishability from other romantic comedies is exactly what you’re looking for. And for that very specific mood, The Proposal hits just right.

How to watch: The Proposal is now streaming on Hulu.

7. The Hating Game

Based on a novel by Sally Thorne, The Hating Game is a sexy rom-com about two coworkers who absolutely can’t stand each other. Up for the same promotion at work and bogged down with endless mind games and power struggles, they begin to suspect their knee-jerk antagonism might be a cover for something else entirely. There’s more going on here than your standard hate-to-love romance. It’s unpredictable, and it’s seductive enough to earn an R rating. But The Hating Game’s greatest strength is that the chemistry between lead actors Lucy Hale and Austin Stowell is off the charts. Here, the yearning, burning glances are simply scintillating. 

How to watch: The Hating Game is now streaming on Hulu.

8. Fire Island Credit: Hulu

Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice gets a modern makeover with Fire Island. Joel Kim Booster reimagines the rom-com of manners as a gay love story set in the eponymous vacation spot. There, a chosen family of gay men and their lesbian den mother (Margaret Cho) revel with sunshine, champagne, and karaoke. But an unexpected buzzkill arrives in the form of a pretentious and posh lawyer (Conrad Ricamora), who seems to sneer at the group's idea of a good time. Despite an awkward introduction, the lawyer and the group's main character (Booster) kick off a promising romance. But can it be more than a summer fling? — K.P.

How to watch: Fire Island is now streaming on Hulu.

9. 7 Days

Ravi (Karan Soni) and Rita (Geraldine Viswanathan) meet in 2020 on a date their mothers set up through Arranged, a dating site for Indian-Americans looking for marriage. The date is awkward, perfunctory, and cut short by a flood of COVID news about an imminent shutdown. They'll have to shelter in place together at Rita's for a few days until Ravi can get a rental car home. That's where the facades come off and these two opposites really get to know one another. 

Co-written by Soni and director Roshan Sethi, 7 Days is a patiently captivating romantic comedy about the nature of love and marriage. It's an incredibly clever take on an ancient institution —where the COVID shutdown does the work an arranged marriage would — asking with a fresh perspective: Are soulmates destined, or are they created? 

How to watch: 7 Days is now streaming on Hulu.

10. Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar

It takes maybe five minutes for Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar to elicit its first "WTF?" and to the comedy's immense credit, it only gets weirder from there.

There are life-saving culottes, and elaborate lies about turtles, and a mythological sea sprite named Trish, and a villain commanding an army of mosquitos, and a musical number that has Jamie Dornan climbing up a palm tree like a cat up a palm tree who's decided to go up a palm tree, and... Look, you've just got to watch it to get it. And at the center of all of it is the sincerely sweet, reliably rock-solid bond between Barb (Annie Mumolo) and Star (Kristen Wiig). Barb & Star Go to Vista Del Mar ended up being to us what Vista Del Mar was to Barb and Star: the breezy little break from reality we needed to get our shine back.* — Angie Han, Deputy Entertainment Editor

How to watch: Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar is now streaming on Hulu.

11. Sweet Home Alabama

Reese Witherspoon is simply sublime as Melanie, a high-powered fashion designer about to marry the mayor of NYC's son (Patrick Dempsey). She's worked hard for this fairy tale life, and she only has to do one thing before she can make it come true: Get a divorce. Just days before her wedding, Melanie heads home to Alabama to get her childhood sweetheart and estranged husband Jake (Josh Lucas) to release her from their vows so she can finally put her Southern past behind her. Unfortunately, Jake isn't willing to say goodbye so easily. And, you know, he's gotten pretty handsome in the years since she left…

Sweet Home Alabama is peak 2000s rom-com. The characters are big, the stakes are high, and the chemistry is off the charts. But unlike some of the fluffier romantic comedies of its era, Sweet Home Alabama is positively brimming with heart. You're on board from the get-go.

How to watch: Sweet Home Alabama is now streaming on Hulu.

12. Crush Credit: Hulu

The most refreshing thing about this queer rom-com is that all the characters are super queer. This isn't a coming-out story about the one queer girl at her high school or the shy lesbian who's secretly crushing on the cool, unattainable straight girl — relatable, yes, but we’ve done it. Crush follows a playful (if predictable) love triangle in which very-out Paige (Rowan Blanchard) desperately tries to lock down her longtime crush Gabriella (Isabella Ferreira), the popular girl (guess what, she's queer!), while drumming up a sweet connection with Gabi's twin sister (Auli'i Cravalho), an introverted bi skater-girl type. The flirting is a little elementary at times, but the short-and-sweet Crush excels at showing young queer people being themselves and getting a sappy love story to call their own.* — Oliver Whitney, Freelance Contributor

How to watch: Crush is now streaming on Hulu.

13. (500) Days of Summer 

Sometime in the 2000s, romantic comedies stopped trying to be funny and started trying to say something meaningful, none more overtly so than (500) Days of Summer. This indie darling breaks from rom-com formula to tell a nonlinear story of a relationship coming together and falling apart. Joseph Gordon-Levitt's sincerity is palpable, and Zooey Deschanel, as the object of his affection, is a quirky girl so quirky she single-handedly ushered in a new era of messy bangs for millions of women everywhere. With unexpected touches of surrealism and a stellar supporting cast, (500) Days of Summer is a love story that hits you right in the gut.

How to watch: (500) Days of Summer is now streaming on Hulu.

14. How Stella Got Her Groove Back

As promised in the title, this is a movie about a woman named Stella (Angela Bassett) getting her groove back. A single mother in a relationship desert, Stella takes a trip to Jamaica to break out of her rut. There, she luxuriates in the scenic views of the tropical island, as well as the scenic views of a young, hot Taye Diggs. Based on the Terry McMillan novel, How Stella Got Her Groove Back is a warm, breezy story about how hard it can be to make space for love. 

How to watch: How Stella Got Her Groove Back is now streaming on Hulu.

SEE ALSO: The best short-ass movies on Hulu for when you need a short and epic watch 15. Dinner in America

How this punk rock romance went so underseen when it got released in 2022, I'll never fathom. I can only chalk it up to the inexplicable two years that passed between its Sundance premiere and it hitting theaters, because it's so much fun and full of energy and beautifully performed by its leads (Kyle Gallner and Emily Skeggs) that it deserved far more attention. But now we can all give it that attention together by watching it here on Hulu. 

Skeggs plays a very odd college dropout who's obsessed with a local punk rock band; Gallner is the lead singer of said band, but given he wears a mask onstage, nobody knows that fact except him. The two meet cute (i.e. he's on the run from the police while selling drugs) and yadda yadda romance. The yadda yadda is the good part. And the good part is how Skeggs and Gallner have oodles of chemistry and are an absolute pleasure to watch fall for one another. A true underappreciated gem just sitting here waiting for you to appreciate it.* — Jason Adams, Freelance Entertainment Writer

How to watch: Dinner in America is now streaming on Hulu.

16. You've Got Mail Credit: Warner Bros / Kobal / Shutterstock

Meg Ryan is Kathleen, the owner of an independent bookstore on the Upper West Side who is in the early stages of an email romance with someone she met in an AOL chat room (Gotta love the '90s!). Tom Hanks is Joe Fox of Fox Books, the book store franchise trying to run Kathleen's bookstore out of business. Joe is also in the early stages of an email romance with someone he met in an AOL chat room. There's no way these two enemies could be secretly falling in love with each other, right?!

A remake of Frank Lubitsch's hugely popular 1940 hit, The Shop Around the Corner, 1998's You've Got Mail is what romantic comedy dreams are made of. The two leads, and the writer/director Nora Ephron, are veritable rom-com royalty — which is why You've Got Mail is still so cozy, so universally loved, almost 30 years after it was released. 

How to watch: You've Got Mail is now streaming on Hulu.

17. Which Brings Me to You

Will and Jane meet at a wedding and are about to have a drunken hookup when Will stops and insists they share numbers instead. Over the course of the film, Will and Jane tell each other their heartbreak stories, the long histories of exes which brought them to meeting each other. Based on the Steve Almond and Julianna Baggott novel of the same name, Which Brings Me to You turns the love story genre on its head. We get to meet these characters through their past relationships, not the new and shiny one in front of them. While not much else about this movie will surprise you, the ease of its two leads (Lucy Hale and Nat Wolff) and the simple, engaging setup makes this a perfectly pleasant romance that requires very little critical thinking.

How to watch: Which Brings Me to You is now streaming on Hulu.

18. What’s Love Got to Do with It?

Written by Jemima Khan and directed by Shekhar Kapur, What’s Love Got to Do with It? is a touching British romantic comedy-drama about modern arranged marriages. Zoe (Lily James), a documentary filmmaker, decides to record the process of her childhood friend Kaz (Shazad Latif) embarking on an assisted marriage facilitated by his Pakistani family and community. As the wedding day approaches, Zoe has more and more trouble accepting why Kaz would marry someone he doesn’t know, while Kaz finds himself having difficulty reconciling his responsibility to his family with his own deeper feelings. 

Captivating, compassionate, and substantial, What’s Love Got to Do with It? is a truly lovely watch. Most of the comedy here comes from Emma Thompson’s performance as Zoe’s delightfully daffy mother, which is almost worth the watch alone.

How to watch: What’s Love Got to Do with It? is now streaming on Hulu.

19. 27 Dresses

Sometimes you don’t really want to think while you’re watching a movie. You want to let a wave of genre tropes wash over you, mindless, depth-less, free. For these moments, 27 Dresses is the movie for you. Jane (Katherine Heigl) is a hopeless romantic who has been a bridesmaid a whopping 27 times. Kevin (James Marsden) is a cynical newspaper reporter who doesn’t really understand the appeal of marriage. Do you think these two will find a way to cross the ideological divide between them while he writes a piece about her bridesmaid record? Oh you bet they will, and they’ll sing a little Elton John along the way. 

Written by Aline Brosh McKenna (The Devil Wears Prada; Crazy Ex-Girlfriend), 27 Dresses has everything you want from a romantic comedy: charismatic leads, a bubbly tone, and Judy Greer as the BFF. 

How to watch: 27 Dresses is now streaming on Hulu.

20. Rye Lane Credit: Searchlight Pictures

Among the most winsome movies of Sundance 2023 is this South London-set romantic comedy. Directed by Raine Allen Miller, Rye Lane stars David Jonsson (Industry) and Vivian Oparah (Class) as heartbroken twentysomethings who fatefully cross paths and might just tumble into new love. A humbling beginning with a bathroom meet-not-so-cute swiftly spins into a happenstance first date full of fun, banter, surprises, and a wee bit of breaking and entering. (Hey, breakups get messy.)

SEE ALSO: 'Rye Lane' takes cues from an unlikely source: 'Peep Show'

Painted in saturated colors, paced like a dance party, and brought to life by a kinetic ensemble cast, Rye Lane is a pure pleasure to watch. But it's Jonsson and Oparah, with their killer comedic timing and off-the-charts chemistry, that make this movie soar.* — K.P.

How to watch: Rye Lane is now streaming on Hulu.

21. There's Something About Mary

If you prefer your romantic comedies with a helping of gross-out humor, There's Something About Mary is the male-led rom-com for you. Directed by the Farrelly Brothers (Dumb and Dumber; Me, Myself & Irene), There's Something About Mary follows Ted (Ben Stiller) as he tries to woo the hot girl from his high school, Mary, more than a decade after they graduated. Unfortunately for Ted, he's not the only one trying to win Mary's heart. 

Since it was made to be crude in 1998, some of the humor feels hugely inappropriate today — but that has always been the appeal of this movie. There's Something About Mary was marrying crass jokes and genuine emotional beats long before Knocked Up was a glint in Judd Apatow's eye. 

How to watch: There's Something about Mary is now streaming on Hulu.

22. Crazy Stupid Love

Crazy Stupid Love follows multiple interweaving storylines, all looking at love and relationships from different angles. First, is Cal (Steve Carrell), a newly separated father seeking dating advice from womanizer Jacob (Ryan Gosling). Jacob, meanwhile, is finding most of his normal tricks don’t work on Hannah (Emma Stone), an ambitious law school graduate. At the same time, Cal’s 13-year-old son is nursing a serious crush on his babysitter Jessica (Lio Tipton), who herself is in love with Cal. It’s a spider’s web of longing, confusing for its victims, but captivating for its audience. 

How to watch: Crazy Stupid Love is now streaming on Hulu.

23. Happiest Season Credit: Hulu / Moviestore / Shutterstock

Kristen Stewart and Mackenzie Davis star in this sapphic rom-com co-written and directed by Clea DuVall. But rather than it being a charming tale of falling in love, this is a rocking Christmas-set comedy about the drama of meeting the parents. When metropolitan Abby (Stewart) accompanies her girlfriend Harper (Davis) home for the holidays, she not only meets kooky family members and a smoking hot ex (Aubrey Plaza), but also discovers her lover is closeted. Can this couple have a happy holiday under these conditions? Hijinks, drag queens, and Dan Levy will ensue. — K.P.

How to watch: Happiest Season is now streaming on Hulu.

24. My Big Fat Greek Wedding

30-year-old Toula (Nia Vardalos) strikes up a relationship with charming teacher Ian (John Corbett), and eventually, he proposes! The only problem? Her family is Greek! And while that's not actually a problem, it is for this movie. Her numerous overbearing relatives insert themselves immediately into every aspect of her relationship and wedding planning, threatening to smother the happy couple into a broken-up one. 

Silly and bursting with love, My Big Fat Greek Family warmly pokes fun at the immigrant experience, with Toula's outrageous family members smoking lamb on their front lawn and curing their ailments with Windex. By today's standards, the "OMG they're so different" humor can feel a little outdated, but the knowledge that this movie was written by Vardalos herself, based on her own family and affectionately teasing her own community, ensures this hugely successful independent film is nothing but a winner, through and through. 

How to watch: My Big Fat Greek Wedding is now streaming on Hulu.

UPDATE: Feb. 10, 2025, 5:31 p.m. EST This post has been updated to reflect the current selection available on Hulu.

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The Memphis Grizzlies head to Footprint Center to face the Phoenix Suns in a Western Conference matchup. The Grizzlies are 35-17, which puts the team in second place. The Suns are 26-26, which puts the team in 10th place.

The Grizzlies have won four of their last five games, but are coming off a loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Suns have lost four of their last five games, and are coming off a loss to the Denver Nuggets.

When is Memphis Grizzlies vs. Phoenix Suns?

Memphis Grizzlies vs. Phoenix Suns in the NBA starts at 10 p.m. ET on Feb. 11. This game takes place at Footprint Center in Phoenix.

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The Detroit Pistons head to United Center to face the Chicago Bulls in an Eastern Conference matchup. The Pistons are 27-26, which puts the team in sixth place. The Bulls are 22-31, which puts the team in 10th place.

The Pistons have won three of their last five games, and are coming off back-to-back wins over the Charlotte Hornets and Philadelphia 76ers. The Bulls have lost three of their last five games, and are coming off back-to-back losses to the Golden State Warriors and Minnesota Timberwolves.

The Pistons and Bulls have faced off twice this season. The two teams splits those games, with a win apiece.

When is Detroit Pistons vs. Chicago Bulls?

Detroit Pistons vs. Chicago Bulls in the NBA starts at 8 p.m. ET on Feb. 11. This game takes place at United Center in Chicago.

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• Strict no-logging policy so your data is secure

• Fast connection speeds free from throttling

• Up to eight simultaneous connections

• 30-day money-back guarantee

A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $99.95 and includes an extra three months for free — 49% off for a limited time. This plan includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee.

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TL;DR: Live stream New York Knicks vs. Indiana Pacers in the NBA with FuboTV, Sling TV, or YouTube TV.

The New York Knicks head to Gainbridge Fieldhouse to face the Indiana Pacers in an Eastern Conference matchup. The Knicks are 34-18, which puts the team in third place. The Pacers are 29-22, which puts the team in fourth place, directly behind the Knicks.

The Knicks have won three of their last five games, but are coming off a loss to the Boston Celtics. The Pacers have also won three of their last five games, but are coming off a loss to the Los Angeles Lakers.

When is New York Knicks vs. Indiana Pacers?

New York Knicks vs. Indiana Pacers in the NBA starts at 7:30 p.m. ET on Feb. 11. This game takes place at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.

This game will air on TNT and TruTV, and it will stream on Max.

How to watch New York Knicks vs. Indiana Pacers

You need to choose a streaming service to watch the NBA without cable or satellite TV. We've found some of the best streaming services to consider for the Knicks vs. Pacers basketball game.

Best for single game: FuboTV Opens in a new window Credit: Fubo TV FuboTV Pro Plan Get Deal

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. 

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. 

Most live sports: YouTube TV Opens in a new window Credit: YouTube TV YouTube TV $49.99/month for your first two months (save $46) Get Deal

YouTube TV's base plan is $49.99 per month for two months for new subscribers ($72.99 per month regularly). The base plan includes over 100 live TV channels, including ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, ESPN, Fox Sports 1, and NBA TV.

Most affordable: Sling TV Opens in a new window Credit: Sling TV Sling Orange Plan Get Deal

Sling TV suggests the streamer's Orange Plan for the game, which costs $20 for the first month and $40 monthly after that.

Sling TV’s sports channels feature ABC, ACC Network, Big Ten Network, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN3, ESPNews, ESPNU, FOX, FS1, FS2, NBA TV, NBC, NFL Network, and SEC Network.

How to watch Knicks vs. Pacers from anywhere in the world

If you're traveling outside of the U.S. during this game, you might need to use a VPN to unblock this live stream. VPNs can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server, meaning you can unblock live streams of the NBA from anywhere in the world.

Live stream New York Knicks vs. Indiana Pacers for free 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 the U.S.

4. Sign in to your favorite streaming app

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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 live streams of the NBA without actually spending anything. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to live stream New York Knicks vs. Indiana Pacers 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

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

• Strict no-logging policy so your data is secure

• Fast connection speeds free from throttling

• Up to eight simultaneous connections

• 30-day money-back guarantee

A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $99.95 and includes an extra three months for free — 49% off for a limited time. This plan includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee.

Live stream New York Knicks vs. Indiana Pacers in the NBA with ExpressVPN.

SAVE $70: As of Feb. 11, the Dell G2725D 27-inch gaming monitor is on sale for $129.99 at Amazon, down from $199.99. That's a 35% discount.

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Gaming monitors with high refresh rates and 1440p resolution used to be expensive. However, Dell is making smooth, high-res gaming more affordable with the G2725D. This 27-inch QHD display features a 180Hz refresh rate, 1ms response time, and AMD FreeSync support, all for just $129.99 on Amazon. At this price, it is an excellent upgrade from a standard 1080p screen without spending a fortune.

The 2560x1440 resolution provides crisp and detailed visuals, while the 99% sRGB color accuracy ensures vibrant colors in both games and creative work. Anyone playing fast-paced shooters or getting lost in cinematic RPGs will appreciate how smooth gameplay feels, thanks to the high refresh rate and quick response time. Motion blur is minimal, and screen tearing is a thing of the past.

SEE ALSO: Save 35% on ASUS ROG Cetra wireless gaming earbuds at Amazon

This monitor includes DisplayPort, HDMI, and a 3.5mm audio jack for connectivity, making it simple to connect to a PC or gaming console. The ComfortView low blue light technology reduces eye strain during long gaming sessions, which is great for those who play for hours at a time. The tilt-adjustable stand allows for some ergonomic adjustments. Still, those looking for full height and swivel options might consider using a monitor arm.

A high-refresh-rate QHD monitor at this price is rare. Most budget gaming monitors at this price point are still limited to 1080p and 60Hz or 75Hz refresh rates, so getting 1440p with 180Hz makes this an incredible deal. Gamers looking for a buttery-smooth competitive experience without breaking the bank should take a serious look at this offer.

This monitor is ideal for anyone upgrading from an entry-level display or adding a second screen to a setup. The high refresh rate and FreeSync support make it sound competitive gaming, while the QHD resolution ensures sharp visuals for general use and content consumption.

It's difficult to find a monitor with these specs at this price. Anyone considering an upgrade should act fast before stock runs out on Amazon.

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.

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable

Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Tuesday, February 11, 2025:

AcrossYoga discipline with a name from Sanskrit

• The answer is Hatha.

___ run (testing-out stage)

• The answer is Trial.

___ run (jog in the woods)

• The answer is Trail.

Deflect an attack, in fencing

• The answer is Parry.

"Woo-hoo!"

• The answer is Yay.

DownInternet address starter

• The answer is HTTP.

Matrixlike grid

• The answer is Array.

Headwear for a princess

• The answer is Tiara.

Like Chewbacca and Mr. Snuffleupagus

• The answer is Hairy.

Supporter of L.G.B.T.Q. rights

• The answer is Ally.

If you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.

Featured Video For You The Wordle Strategy used by the New York Times' Head of Games

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

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

SAVE $35: As of Feb. 11, ASUS ROG Cetra wireless gaming earbuds are on sale for $64.99 at Amazon. That's down from $99.99 (35% discount).

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Finding gaming earbuds that don't suck is a challenge, but ASUS has cracked the code with ROG Cetra true wireless earbuds. These are not just another pair of Bluetooth earbuds with a "gaming" logo slapped on. They're built for serious gaming and everyday use with low-latency audio, active noise cancellation (ANC), and a 27-hour battery life.

The biggest selling point? Ultra-low latency mode. If you're tired of sound lagging behind the action in fast-paced shooters or rhythm games, this feature keeps everything in sync for precise, real-time audio. And when you're not gaming, ANC kicks in to block out distractions, making these a solid choice for music, work, or travel.

SEE ALSO: SHOKZ OpenRun Pro headphones just got their first discount of 2025

Battery life is impressive, offering up to 27 hours with the charging case. Plus, wireless charging support lets you drop them on a Qi pad instead of fumbling with cables. Need a quick boost? A short charge gives you hours of playtime, so you're never stuck waiting.

Comfort and controls are on point, too. The intuitive touch controls let you adjust volume, take calls, or switch between ANC and transparency mode without digging into settings. And with an IPX4 water resistance rating, they'll survive sweaty gaming sessions or unexpected rain.

At just $64.99, the ASUS ROG Cetra true wireless earbuds punch well above their weight. Whether you're looking for a low-latency option for gaming or just a solid pair of ANC earbuds at a steal, this Amazon deal is a no-brainer.

Best early Presidents' Day weekend deals Best mattress deal Helix Save 25% sitewide + two free pillows with code PRES25 Get Deal Best home deal Ninja Creami $199.99 (Save $30) Get Deal Best tech deal Apple AirPods Pro 2 $169 (Save $80) Get Deal

Presidents' Day weekend is still about a week away, but retailers aren't waiting to drop deals.

The holiday, which officially falls on February 17, historically brings deals on mattresses and home appliances, but you'll also find deals on laptops, headphones, and more, thanks to retailers like Best Buy and HP hosting sales. Amazon hasn't officially dropped its sale yet, but we've spotted some Presidents' Day-worthy deals from the mega-retailer.

Below, we gathered up all the best early Presidents' Day deals already live. As the day approaches, we'll be adding more sales that go live.

Best Presidents' Day mattress deals

• Amerisleep — Save $500 on any mattress

• Avocado Green — Save up to 20% sitewide

• Bear — Save 35% sitewide + two free pillows

• Big Fig — Save $500 on any mattress with code PRES

• Birch — Save 25% sitewide with code PRES25

• Brooklyn Bedding — Save 30% sitewide with code PRESDAY30

• Casper — Take up to 35% off sitewide

• DreamCloud — Save up to 50% on mattresses

• Helix — Save 25% sitewide + two free pillows with code PRES25

• Layla — Take up to $200 off mattresses and get two free Layla Pillows

• Leesa — Take 25% off mattresses, plus get two free pillows

• Naturepedic — Take 20% off organic mattresses and bedding sitewide

• Nectar — Save up to 50% on mattresses

• Nolah — Take 35% off sitewide, plus get two free pillows

• Purple — Save up to $900 on a mattress and a base

• Saatva — Save $200 to $500 off mattresses, plus an extra $100 if you bundle with a base or bedframe

• Tempur-Pedic — Save up to $500 on select adjustable mattress sets

• Tuft & Needle — Save 20% on all mattresses

• WinkBeds — Take $300 off mattresses

Best Presidents' Day home deals

• Ninja Creami — $199.99 $229.99 (save $30)

• Dyson Supersonic Neural — $399.99 $499.99 (save $100)

• Dyson Airwrap — $499.99 $599.99 (save $100)

• Dyson V15 Detect Extra — $599.99 $799.99 (save $200)

• Brooklinen — Save up to 25% off nearly everything sitewide

• KitchenAid — Save up to $120 off select countertop appliances, including stand mixers and attachments

• Made In — Save up to 25% on select cookware and accessories

• Overstock — Save up to 70% off, plus use the code PRESDAY10 for an extra 10% off

Best Presidents' Day tech deals

• Amazon Echo Dot — $39.99 $49.99 (save $10)

• Apple HomePod mini — $79.99 $99.99 (save $20)

• Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (16 GB) — $134.99 $159.99 (save $25)

• Apple AirPods Pro 2 — $169 $249 (save $80)

• Bose Ultra Open earbuds — $229 $299 (save $70)

• Bose QuietComfort headphones — $249 $349 (save $100)

• Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones — $349 $429 (save $60)

• Apple iPad Mini (A17 Pro, WiFi, 128GB) — $399 $499 (save $100)

• Apple AirPods Max (USB-C) — $479.99 $549 (save $69.01)

• Apple iPad Air (11-inch, M2, 128GB) — $499 $599 (save $100)

• Apple iPad Air (11-inch, M2, 256GB) — $599 $699 (save $100)

• HP — Save up to 81% on select products and get free shipping sitewide

SAVE $420: As of Feb. 11, the Motorola razr+ (2023, unlocked, 8GB RAM, 256GB) is on sale for $400 at Amazon, down from its regular price of $519.99. That’s a $119.99 discount on one of the best-value foldable phones available.

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The Motorola razr+ (2023) may have been replaced by a newer model, but that does not make it any less impressive at this price. Right now, Amazon has it for just $400, making it one of the cheapest foldables you can buy without sacrificing quality.

This phone modernizes the iconic flip phone design with a 6.9-inch pOLED main display that folds in half and a 3.6-inch external screen for quick notifications, texts, and even full app usage. With a 165Hz refresh rate, scrolling is buttery smooth, and thanks to Flex View, you can set it down at an angle for hands-free use, making it perfect for video calls or content consumption.

SEE ALSO: The Google Pixel 9 Pro is back down to its lowest-ever price at Amazon

It's powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor, paired with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. That means you’re getting flagship-level performance for less than most mid-range phones. The 32MP camera system delivers solid photos, and you can even use the external screen to snap selfies with the main camera for better-quality shots.

Battery life is better than expected for a foldable. Its 3800mAh battery supports 30W TurboPower charging. It won’t last two days, but a quick charge will get you through the busiest schedules.

At just $400, the Motorola Razr+ (2023) is a no-brainer for anyone curious about foldable phones. Love the idea of flipping your phone shut to end a call? This deal is well worth considering. But don’t wait too long. Amazon deals this good don’t stick around forever.

SAVE $420: As of Feb. 11, the Motorola razr+ (2024, unlocked, 12GB RAM, 256GB) is on sale for $579.99 at Amazon, down from its regular price of $999.99. That is $420 in savings on one of the best foldable phones around.

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If you have been eyeing a flip phone revival, now is the time to grab the Motorola Razr+ (2024) with a massive $420 discount at Amazon. This stylish foldable, normally priced at $999.99, is now just $579.99, making it an absolute steal for anyone wanting a premium foldable experience without breaking the bank.

The razr+ is all about nostalgia with a modern twist. It folds into a compact, pocket-friendly design while offering a 6.9-inch FHD+ pOLED display with a 165Hz refresh rate. The large 3.6-inch external display lets you check notifications, send texts, and even run full apps without opening the phone. It's a cool phone and an even cooler throwback for 90s/00s kids.

SEE ALSO: Beats Studio Buds+ are $50 off at Amazon — upgrade your earbuds for less

Under the hood, the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor and 12GB of RAM ensure smooth performance, handling gaming, streaming, or multitasking. The 50MP primary camera is no joke either, offering crisp shots, 2x telephoto zoom, and AI-powered enhancements. Flip it closed, and you can use the external screen as a viewfinder for next-level selfies.

Battery life is another win. With a 4000mAh battery, you will get all-day usage, and if you do run low, 45W TurboPower charging means you can get 12 hours of power in just 12 minutes.

If you are ready to ditch boring slab phones and embrace something way more fun, the Motorola Razr+ is one of the best foldables out there. At $579.99, it is an easy upgrade. Just do not wait too long, Amazon deals like this do not stick around forever.

SAVE $70: As of Feb. 11, the Amazon Fire TV 40-Inch 2-Series is on sale for $179.99 at Amazon. This deal saves you 28% on the list price.

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Do you want a new TV but don't want to spend a fortune? Well, we've found the deal for you. As of Feb. 11, the Amazon Fire TV 40-inch 2-Series is discounted at Amazon. Down by 28%, you can make it yours for $179.99. This deal is specific to the TV-only option. To add the four-year protection plan you'll need to pay a bit more.

As with most Amazon devices, the Amazon Fire TV 40-inch 2-Series has Alexa voice control. An incredibly handy feature when you need to search through multiple streaming platforms for your favorite show. You can also use Alexa to search the internet and control smart home devices like speakers or robot vacuums.

SEE ALSO: The best Presidents' Day deals from Best Buy that are live now, from TVs to laptop accessories

For entertainment, the TV runs on Amazon's Fire OS, so you'll have access to popular streaming apps like Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and more. It also features two standard HDMI inputs and one ARC input, making it easy to connect gaming devices. And it supports Dolby Audio for even better sound quality. Image quality is great too, with an HD 1080p resolution to enjoy.

And if you have another Fire TV device in your home, you'll be able to watch seamlessly between each, as all stay synced to each other.

This deal is only around for a limited time, so head to Amazon now.

SAVE $80: As of Feb. 11, the Braun IPL Silk Expert Pro 5 is on sale for $299.99 at Amazon. That's a 21% discount off the list price.

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Braun is well recognized for its high-end hair removal devices, and as of Feb. 11, the Braun IPL Silk Expert Pro 5 is reduced at Amazon for a limited time.

As of Feb. 11, the handy device is down to $299.99, saving you 21% on list price. The package includes the device in question, a Venus razor, two changeable caps, and a vanity travel case. But that's not all, currently you can get an additional $15 off the sale price with an Amazon coupon. Simply click the orange box below the price to add the coupon, and see your discount applied at the checkout. This extra price cut makes the product the cheapest it has ever been.

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IPL is one of the best long-term solutions for hair removal that can be done at home. It stands for Intense Pulsed Light and is a hair removal process that uses light pulses to target hair follicles, so it reduces hair growth over time. It's not a laser, but works similarly by focusing on the pigment in hair. It's a relatively painless, long-term solution for hair removal.

Laser hair removal uses a concentrated single wavelength of light, making it more precise and powerful. IPL, on the other hand, uses a broad spectrum of light, covering a larger area but with less intensity. IPL is slightly less effective than laser but is much gentler on the skin, and can be done from home, which is always a bonus.

This Braun device also benefits from skin tone sensors, a handy tool that optimizes the power of every flash to your skin tone.

Head to Amazon to grab this deal before it runs out.

The best ways to watch 'The Brutalist' at a glance: WATCH ASAP Buy 'The Brutalist' on Prime Video $19.99 to pre-order Get Deal WATCH ASAP Buy 'The Brutalist' on Apple TV+ pre-order for $19.99 Get Deal WATCH ASAP Buy 'The Brutalist' on Fandango at Home Pre-order for $19.99 Get Deal WATCH LATER Max (With Ads) annual subscription $99.99 per year (save 16%) Get Deal WATCH LATER Max Ad-Free annual subscription $169.99/year (save 16%) Get Deal WATCH LATER Max (With Ads) for select Cricket customers Free for Cricket customers on the $60/month unlimited plan (save $9.99/month) Learn More WATCH LATER Max Student $4.99 per month for 12 months (save 50%) Get Deal

If you haven't seen Oscars contender The Brutalist yet, you'll soon be able to watch all three-and-a-half hours of it at home from your couch — where you have the ability to pause and return to it as you see fit. Mashable's reviewer Siddhant Adlakha called it a "modern American masterpiece," and we named it one of the best films of 2024.

Set in the aftermath of World War II, director Brady Corbet crafts a deeply moving film about immigrants, architecture, and Jewish identity. It stars Adrien Brody — who already nabbed the Golden Globe for his role as László Tóth — as well as Felicity Jones, Guy Pearce, and Raffey Cassidy. It's one of the most nominated films at the Academy Awards, and we wouldn't be surprised if it took home a bundle of them.

You'll be able to watch it for yourself soon enough, as its digital on-demand release is set. Here's everything you need to know.

What is The Brutalist about?

Clocking in at three-and-a-half hours long, The Brutalist tells the tale of László Tóth (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.

Check out the official trailer:

Is The Brutalist worth watching?

The Brutalist clocked in at No. 17 on our list of the best films of 2024. It's also one of the most prominently featured films this awards season. It already nabbed the Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture – Drama, Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama for Brody, and Best Director for Corbet. Additionally, it's nominated for 10 Oscars, including Best Picture, Best Director, Lead Actor, Supporting Actor, and Supporting Actress. It's a favorite to take home the biggest awards of the night, despite igniting fresh conversation around the use of AI in film.

Currently, the A24 film has a 93 percent critic rating and an 80 percent audience rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Mashable's own reviewer writes, "The Brutalist is a towering paean to the American dream, in all its force and folly. Set over several decades, Brady Corbet's post-World War II immigrant saga is — like the architectural achievements of its protagonist — constructed with meticulous consideration, resulting in a work of multifaceted technique and piercing humanity."

Read our full review of The Brutalist.

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The Brutalist is set to make its digital debut just shy of two months after its theatrical release. You'll still have to wait a while for its streaming premiere (more on that below), but you'll be able to purchase the film for your digital collection or rent it on demand for 30 days beginning on Feb. 18. It's already available to preorder at video-on-demand platforms like Prime Video and Apple TV if you want to get on top of it.

Here are some quick links to preorder the A24 flick:

• Prime Video — preorder for $19.99

• Apple TV — preorder for $19.99

• Fandango at Home (Vudu) — preorder for $19.99

Note: Renting a film gives you 30 days to watch and just 48 hours to finish once you begin.

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Watch Now Is The Brutalist streaming?

There's no official streaming date yet for The Brutalist. However, thanks to a multi-year output deal between A24 and Warner Bros. Discovery, we know that it will eventually make its streaming debut on Max alongside other recent A24 theatrical hits like Civil War and MaXXXine. The usual window between a digital and streaming release for A24 is about around two-and-a-half months. So, it is likely The Brutalist will join the others on Max at the end of April.

If you want to be prepared for when the film does eventually land on the streamer — or want to catch up on other A24 films — we recommend signing up for a Max subscription. Subscriptions start at $9.99 per month, but there are a few ways to save money on your plan. We've rounded up the best Max streaming deals for you below.

The best Max streaming dealsBest for most people: Save 16% on Max with ads annual subscription Opens in a new window Credit: Max Max (with ads) yearly subscription $99.99 per year (save 16%) Watch Now

While a Max with ads subscription goes for $9.99 per month, you can knock that price down to just $8.33 per month by signing up for a year in advance. Yes, you'll have to pay $99.99 upfront, but the breakdown monthly ends up saving you 16%. Of course, you could also just sign up for one month at $9.99 once The Brutalist is released, then immediately cancel.

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Similarly, for those who hate ads, you can also save 16% by committing to a yearly plan of the Max ad-free tiers. You have two tiers to choose from: Max Ad-Free and Max Ultimate Ad-Free. The basic ad-free tier costs either $16.99 per month or $169.99 per year (about $14.17 per month), while the Ultimate tier costs either $20.99 per month or $209.99 per year (about $17.50 per month).

Note: Both tiers offer an ad-free viewing experience, but the Ultimate tier comes with 4K Ultra HD video quality and Dolby Atmos immersive audio.

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Cricket customers on the $60 per month unlimited plan get a free Max with ads subscription — no questions asked. That's a $99.99 per year value for zero dollars. If you're already on the $60 per month unlimited plan, just head over to the Max app, choose Cricket as your provider, then enter your Cricket credentials to log in. Boom — you're free to watch whatever you want, whenever you want — including The Brutalist upon its release. Check out the terms and conditions on Cricket's website to learn more.

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College students can get an entire year of Max with ads for just $4.99 per month instead of $9.99. That's 50% in savings. All you have to do is verify your student status with UNiDAYS to retrieve the unique discount code that will drop the price.

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While it won't be the cheapest way to get Max, you can get more bang for your buck if you choose a streaming bundle deal instead of a single service. For only $16.99 per month (reg. $25.97), you can sign up for Max, Hulu, and Disney+ with ads or $29.99 per month (reg. $48.97) without ads. That's up to 38% in savings for access to three full streaming libraries.

SAVE $45: As of Feb. 11, the SHOKZ OpenRun Pro headphones are on sale for $134.95 at Amazon. That's a 25% discount on list price.

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Deals on headphones aren't in short supply at Amazon with deals currently live on Bose, Anker, and many more top brands. But the latest deal to catch our eye is on the SHOKZ OpenRun Pro bone-conducting headphones. As of Feb. 11, you can find them on sale at Amazon for just $134.95, saving you 25% on the list price.

Bone conduction technology does what it says on the tin. It's a technology that transmits sound through vibrations directly to the inner ear via the cheekbones, bypassing the eardrum, and increasing your spatial awareness.

SEE ALSO: For gym rats and picky audiophiles alike, these are the 7 best headphones of 2025

The SHOKZ OpenRun Pro headphones are an earbud-free design with a lightweight, wraparound frame and open-ear fit. They utilize 9th-generation bone conduction technology to deliver high-quality audio while keeping your ears open to your surroundings for safety and connection during workouts. This is one we recommend for runners — a great way to listen to music and stay safe.

It has an IP55 waterproof rating, so they’re sweatproof and work for runs or walks in the rain. However, these are not suitable for swimming. The battery life will keep you listening for up to 10 hours, and a quick five-minute charge will top you up with an hour and a half of extra playtime.

This is a limited-time deal, so head to Amazon now.

Apple's iOS and iPadOS have been updated to new versions, and you should update your iPhone and iPad as soon as possible.

The new versions – iOS 18.3.1 and iPadOS 18.3.1, respectively – have a security fix for a flaw that's actively exploited in the wild.

The good news is that this isn't one of those attacks that can be done remotely. Instead, the hacker would have to obtain physical access to your device. From Apple's release notes for iOS 18.3.1: "A physical attack may disable USB Restricted Mode on a locked device." This means that someone with access to your iPhone or iPad could bypass Apple's security and grab all your data.

Apple didn't share a lot of details about how the flaw is being exploited, but the company's wording is interesting. "Apple is aware of a report that this issue may have been exploited in an extremely sophisticated attack against specific targeted individuals," the release notes say.

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The new iOS version is available for iPhone XS and later, iPad Pro 13-inch, iPad Pro 12.9-inch 3rd generation and later, iPad Pro 11-inch 1st generation and later, iPad Air 3rd generation and later, iPad 7th generation and later, and iPad mini 5th generation and later.

To update, go to Settings - General - Software Update on your device and tap on "Update Now."

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.

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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: Parts of a court

• Green: Very close

• Blue: Start to a game or competition

• Purple: Characters on a sports TV show

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

• Yellow: Areas on a basketball court

• Green: Close margin

• Blue: Things that begin a game

• Purple: Characters on "Ted Lasso"

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 #141 is...

What is the answer to Connections Sports Edition today

• Areas on a basketball court - BASELINE, CORNER, ELBOW, PAINT

• Close margin - HAIR, NOSE, SPLIT SECOND, WHISKER

• Things that begin a game - FACEOFF, FIRST PITCH, JUMP BALL, KICKOFF

• Characters on "Ted Lasso" - BEARD, KENT, LASSO, ROJAS

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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New York has banned DeepSeek's AI app from government devices, citing security concerns about the Chinese-owned company. It's the TikTok ban discourse all over again.

Governor Kathy Hochul announced the statewide DeepSeek ban on Monday, stating that "New York will continue fighting to combat cyber threats, ensure the privacy and safety of our data, and safeguard against state-sponsored censorship."

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Though DeepSeek has been around for a while, the company made a huge splash in January when it released a chatbot app based on its DeepSeek R-1 model. DeepSeek's new AI assistant swiftly shot to the top of Apple's App Store, impressing users with its superiority over rival OpenAI's ChatGPT when it comes to technical tasks. It's also free, unlike ChatGPT.

Unsurprisingly, DeepSeek's meteoric success alarmed the U.S. tech industry, particularly as it claimed its AI chatbot was developed at a fraction of the cost of OpenAI's models. Nvidia's stock plummeted in response, with investors realising that future development of AI technology may not require as many GPUs as U.S. companies have been using.

Questions also quickly arose regarding DeepSeek's security, and what the company might do with users' inputted data. U.S. officials have expressed concerns about whether the Chinese government might censor content or use the app to surveil users. Some users have reported censorship on DeepSeek, particularly regarding criticism of the Chinese government.

"Serious concerns have been raised concerning DeepSeek AI’s connection to foreign government surveillance and censorship, including how DeepSeek can be used to harvest user data and steal technology secrets," read Hochul's announcement.

New York isn't the only U.S. state which has prohibited government employees from downloading DeepSeek. In late January, Texas Governor Greg Abbott banned Chinese social media and AI apps on government devices, including DeepSeek, RedNote, and Lemon8. Reps. Josh Gottheimer and Darin LaHood also introduced the unambiguous bipartisan bill "No DeepSeek on Government Devices Act" to the U.S. House of Representatives on Thursday, which would impact all federal employees.

Though DeepSeek is only prohibited on U.S. government devices for now, and only in a few states, such bans may be a precursor to wider restrictions. Last Monday, Missouri Senator Josh Hawley introduced a bill that would "prohibit the import from or export to China of artificial intelligence technology," regardless of whether the user is a government employee or not. While the proposed "Decoupling America’s Artificial Intelligence Capabilities from China Act" doesn't specifically single out DeepSeek by name, it's clear that the AI company is of significant concern to the U.S. government.

The U.S. government's concern about DeepSeek mirrors its attention toward TikTok, the video sharing app having also been accused of surveilling users and spreading propaganda at the behest of the Chinese government. Though TikTok was prohibited on all U.S. government devices in early 2023, by Jan. 2025 the app was legally banned across the entire country. President Donald Trump temporarily delayed the ban so he can "negotiate a resolution" to officials' national security concerns, however TikTok could very well exit the U.S. entirely if one is not agreed to by April.

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Google has officially updated Maps to label the Gulf of Mexico as the "Gulf of America," following U.S. President Donald Trump's executive order renaming the sea. Fortunately, the tech giant is also retaining the gulf's internationally recognised name which it has held since at least 1552 — at least, for non-American users.

Late last month, Google confirmed that it would update Maps to reflect Trump's directive, renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America, as well as Denali to Mount McKinley. The tech giant stated that it was only holding off on the changes because of its "longstanding practice of applying name changes when they have been updated in official government sources."

The relevant government source in this case is the U.S. Geographic Names Information System (GNIS), which hadn't yet been updated with the gulf's new American name. Trump's executive order gave a 30-day deadline for name changes to be made, including removing all references to the Gulf of Mexico from the GNIS.

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Now the GNIS has executed at least one of Trump's name changes, labelling the Gulf of Mexico as the "Gulf of America." As such, Google Maps has followed suit.

People within the U.S. who search Google for "Gulf of Mexico" will now be presented with bold text reading "Gulf of America" instead. Searching Google Maps for the phrase will do the same, changing the search term to "Gulf of America" and directing them to the body of water now completely relabelled "Gulf of America."

U.S. Google Search results for "Gulf of Mexico," showing text reading "Gulf of America." Credit: Mashable screenshot / Google

In contrast, inputting "Gulf of Mexico" into Google from Australia results in text reading "Gulf of Mexico (Gulf of America)." Similarly, Google Maps retains the name Gulf of Mexico, but adds Gulf of America in parenthesis to both the search term and the map's labelling. Searching "Gulf of America" does bring up the relevant sea as the first result (labelled as such with no mention of Mexico), however the map is not centered on it, and several American businesses are suggested as well.

Australian Google Search results for "Gulf of Mexico," showing text reading "Gulf of Mexico (Gulf of America)." Credit: Mashable screenshot / Google Australian Google Maps results for "Gulf of Mexico," automatically changed to "Gulf of Mexico (Gulf of America)" and with the location's label reading as such. Credit: Mashable screenshot / Google Australian Google Maps results for "Gulf of America," including the relevant gulf as well as several American businesses featuring the word "gulf." Credit: Mashable screenshot / Google

Last Sunday, Trump proclaimed Feb. 9 the "first ever Gulf of America Day" to commemorate his renaming of the gulf. The president further called upon "public officials and all the people of the United States to observe this day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities." It isn't clear exactly what activities Trump might think are appropriate for this occasion, but it probably won't be a public holiday.

Interestingly, Denali has still retained its name on Google Maps for now, rather than its new Trump-mandated label of Mount McKinley. The GNIS hasn't changed the mountain's name yet, so it appears that Google is still waiting for it to be official.