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Amazon MGM Studios will no longer release Luca Guadagnino's buzzy Sam Altman biopic Artificial, Variety reported Friday.
SEE ALSO: 'Toy Story 5' opening weekend box office to set franchise recordThe film, which stars Andrew Garfield as the OpenAI CEO and Ike Barinholtz as Elon Musk, focuses on Altman's firing (and later rehiring) from OpenAI in 2023. In February of 2026, OpenAI and Amazon announced a strategic multi-year partnership, which includes Amazon investing $50 billion in Altman's company.
According to The New York Times, the team behind Artificial was shocked at Amazon MGM's decision. Guadagnino has worked with the studio before, including on Challengers and After the Hunt. The New York Times reported that Amazon MGM had previously been supportive of Artificial, spending $40 million on it and preparing it for a 2027 SXSW release and potential awards run.
"We have the utmost respect and admiration for Luca Guadagnino as an award-winning filmmaker — not to mention a longstanding relationship that we hope to continue," an Amazon spokesperson told Variety. "We believe that Artificial will be better served if it were released by a different studio and are working closely with the filmmaking team to find the film a new home."
The New York Times reported that Artificial screened last week to potential buyers, including Neon, A24, Focus Features, Netflix, and Warner Bros.' Clockwork. However, no one has snapped up Artificial yet.
Disclosure: Ziff Davis, Mashable’s parent company, in April 2025 filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging it infringed Ziff Davis copyrights in training and operating its AI systems.
George Lucas is popping out of his semi-retirement for a role in a blockbuster franchise. No, he's not returning to his roots with Star Wars. Instead, he's diving into Illumination's Despicable Me and Minions universe.
SEE ALSO: 2026 Summer movie preview: Every film you need to know about nowOn June 19, the AP reported that Lucas has a voice role in the upcoming Minions and Monsters, about the Minions trying to hunt down the perfect monster for their own kaiju movie. Given that the film takes place partly in 1920s Hollywood, it makes sense that Illumination would seek out a cameo from a legendary director. But how did they land on Lucas, who stepped back from blockbuster filmmaking after selling Lucasfilm to Disney in 2012?
In an interview with Collider, Illumination CEO Chris Meledandri revealed that Lucas got involved in Minions and Monsters due to his own minions fandom.
"I had this privilege of meeting George about two years ago, and what led to my meeting him is how much he loves Illumination movies, and specifically Despicable Me, and even more specifically, the Minions," Meledandri told Collider.
From there, Meledandri wondered if he could bring Lucas aboard for the latest Minions-centric film.
"An idea for a character came up out of the story, and so I said to [director] Pierre [Coffin], who co-wrote the movie with Brian Lynch, and Bill Ryan, who produces with me on the film, and I just said, 'Well, what if we could get George?'" Meledandri recalled. "And they're like, 'Are you kidding me?' I had no idea, but I got such a fast yes."
Lucas recorded his lines with Coffin, who also serves as the primary voice of the Minions, in Paris. But according to Meledandri, Lucas's role in the world of the Minions may not be done.
"I saw him recently, and he's already talking to me about the role he wants to do next in the next Minions movie," Meledandri said.
Toy Story 5 ruled the world at this weekend's box office.
SEE ALSO: 'Toy Story 5' review: AI toys are the hook, not the heart of this comedyAccording to The Hollywood Reporter, Pixar's latest is on track for a $160 million opening weekend at the domestic box office. That would make it the biggest opening weekend of 2026, beating out The Super Mario Galaxy Movie's $131.7 million three-day weekend gross. (The Super Mario Galaxy Movie opened on a Wednesday, so its five-day Easter weekend gross totaled $190.8 million.)
A $160 million opening for Toy Story 5 would also set a new franchise record for Toy Story opening weekends. Currently, Toy Story 4 holds that crown, with a $120.9 million opening in June of 2019.
Toy Story 5 also came close to breaking three other domestic box office records this weekend: that of Pixar's highest opening weekend, its highest opening day, and the highest opening day for an animated feature. All those titles will continue to belong to The Incredibles 2, which scored a $72.2 million opening day and a $182.6 million opening weekend. Toy Story 5 brought in $71 million on its opening day, making it Pixar's second best domestic opening day ever.
The opening bodes well for the latest film in Pixar's longest-running franchise. Both Toy Story 3 and Toy Story 4 grossed over $1 billion globally, and Toy Story 5 could be on track to hit that milestone as well. If it does, it will join five other Pixar films — all sequels — in the $1 billion club. In addition to the past two Toy Story movies, those sequels are Finding Dory, The Incredibles 2, and Inside Out 2.
TL;DR: Live stream New Zealand vs. Egypt in the 2026 FIFA World Cup for free on ITVX. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN, an Official Supporter of the FIFA World Cup 2026.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup schedule is stacked this weekend, with New Zealand vs. Egypt rounding out the action. Both teams drew their opening games, and looked pretty impressive in doing so. We're expecting a close contest between two talented sides.
If you want to watch New Zealand vs. Egypt in the 2026 FIFA World Cup from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.
When is New Zealand vs. Egypt?New Zealand vs. Egypt in the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off at 9 p.m. ET on June 21. This fixture takes place at BC Place Vancouver.
How to watch New Zealand vs. Egypt for freeNew Zealand vs. Egypt in the 2026 FIFA World Cup is available to live stream for free on ITVX.
ITVX is geo-restricted to the UK, 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 the UK, meaning you can unblock ITVX to live stream the 2026 World Cup for free from anywhere in the world.
Live stream New Zealand vs. Egypt for free by following these simple steps:
Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (we recommend ExpressVPN)
Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)
Open up the app and connect to a server in the UK
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The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but most do offer free-trials or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can access free live streams of the 2026 World Cup without actually spending anything. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream New Zealand vs. Egypt (plus more World Cup fixtures) before recovering your investment.
ExpressVPN's regular 30-day money back guarantee is not available for any subscriptions purchased during the FIFA World Cup between June 10 and July 11. ExpressVPN remains our top pick for sport, but you will need to pay the monthly rate. Alternatively, Proton VPN still offers that all-important money-back guarantee.
What is the best VPN for ITVX?ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport on ITVX, for a number of reasons:
Servers in 105 countries including the UK
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 10 simultaneous connections
A two-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $68.40 and includes an extra four months for free — 81% off for a limited time. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.99. That covers you for the duration of the World Cup.
Live stream New Zealand vs. Egypt in the 2026 FIFA World Cup for free.
TL;DR: Live stream Belgium vs. Iran in the 2026 FIFA World Cup for free on ITVX. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN, an Official Supporter of the FIFA World Cup 2026.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup continues this weekend with more vital group-stage games, including Belgium vs. Iran. Neither side was able to start this tournament with a win, but every team in the group is tied on a single point at this stage. That means a win for each side here could catapult them to the top of the standings.
If you want to watch Belgium vs. Iran in the 2026 FIFA World Cup from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.
When is Belgium vs. Iran?Belgium vs. Iran in the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off at 3 p.m. ET on June 21. This fixture takes place at the Los Angeles Stadium.
How to watch Belgium vs. Iran for freeBelgium vs. Iran in the 2026 FIFA World Cup is available to live stream for free on ITVX.
ITVX is geo-restricted to the UK, 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 the UK, meaning you can unblock ITVX to live stream the 2026 World Cup for free from anywhere in the world.
Live stream Belgium vs. Iran for free by following these simple steps:
Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (we recommend ExpressVPN)
Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)
Open up the app and connect to a server in the UK
Visit ITVX
Watch Belgium vs. Iran for free from anywhere in the world
The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but most do offer free-trials or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can access free live streams of the 2026 World Cup without actually spending anything. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream Belgium vs. Iran (plus more World Cup fixtures) before recovering your investment.
ExpressVPN's regular 30-day money back guarantee is not available for any subscriptions purchased during the FIFA World Cup between June 10 and July 11. ExpressVPN remains our top pick for sport, but you will need to pay the monthly rate. Alternatively, Proton VPN still offers that all-important money-back guarantee.
What is the best VPN for ITVX?ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport on ITVX, for a number of reasons:
Servers in 105 countries including the UK
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 10 simultaneous connections
A two-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $68.40 and includes an extra four months for free — 81% off for a limited time. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.99. That covers you for the duration of the World Cup.
Live stream Belgium vs. Iran in the 2026 FIFA World Cup for free.
The 2026 World Cup continues with one of the of the biggest days of the tournament so far.
Today, June 21, sees action from Uruguay, Spain, and Belgium, with four group games in total. There are some intriguing matchups — not to mention world-class players — so we recommend catching as much of today's soccer as possible.
The action kicks off from 12 p.m. ET. We've broken down the details for you below. Here's what you need to know to tune in live today.
FIFA World Cup schedule today: June 21Group H: Spain vs. Saudi Arabia (Atlanta Stadium) — kickoff at 12 p.m. ET
Group G: Belgium vs. Iran (Los Angeles Stadium) — kickoff at 3 p.m. ET
Group H: Uruguay vs. Cape Verde (Miami Stadium) — kickoff at 6 p.m. ET
Group G: New Zealand vs. Egypt (BC Place Vancouver) — kickoff at 9 p.m. ET
Spain are European Champions and entered the World Cup as one of the favorites to win it. They came unstuck in their opening game against underdogs Cape Vedre, failing to score and having to settle for a draw — one of the biggest talking points of the tournament so far. Not even superstar player Yamal could make the difference. Fans would expect the Spanish to beat Saudi Arabia, but fans would have also expected the same thing against Cape Vedre. Live coverage will be on FOX and Fox One. Peacock will carry the live Spanish-language coverage.
Watch Belgium vs. IranBelgium have a solid squad of experienced players — including Kevin De Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku, and Leandro Trossard — but they had a frustrating first-round game with Egypt that ended 1-1. Iran were also held to a draw in an unexpectedly exciting game against New Zealand. This next game is one to watch, with both teams looking to put three points on the board and advance to the knockout stage. Belgium are considered the stronger team but Iran have the capability to sting bigger opponents. Live coverage will be on FS1 and Fox One. Peacock will carry the live Spanish-language coverage.
Watch Uruguay vs. Cape VerdeUruguay had a miserable opening game, drawing 1-1 with Saudi Arabia. Can the original World Cup winners improve in their second outing? Before the tournament started, the smart money would have been on Uruguay sailing past World Cup first-timers Cape Verde, but Cape Verde's performance against Spain was nothing short of incredible. They had a near-impenetrable defense, bolstered by a legend-making performance from their goalkeeper, Vozinha. Fans are excited to see if the underdogs can do it again. Live coverage will be on FS1 and Fox One. Peacock will carry the live Spanish-language coverage.
Watch New Zealand vs. EgyptNew Zealand are also underdogs. Indeed, this is just the Kiwis' third World Cup appearance, but they showed grit in their opening 2-2 draw with Iran. And while Egypt have also played relatively few World Cups — this is just their fourth time in 90 years — they have potential right now following a semi-final finish at the African Cup of Nations and leadership from the one and only Mo Salah. Live coverage will be on ET, FS1 and Fox One. Peacock will carry the live Spanish-language coverage.
Opens in a new window Credit: Fox One Fox One (3-Month Subscription) $39.98Not interested in signing up for a standalone streaming service like Fox One or Peacock? You can sign up for a live TV cable replacement service, like YouTube TV or Hulu + Live TV.
These services carry over 100 live channels, but run off a WiFi connection. You'll get live access to Fox and FS1, plus a whole lot more. Here are some options to consider:
YouTube TV — 10-day trial, then $67.99/month for 3 months
Fubo Sports — 1-day trial, then $45.99/month for 1 month
Hulu + Live TV — 3-day trial, then $89.99/month
It's possible to watch the World Cup for free on international services like ITVX, BBC iPlayer, NOS, or RTÉ. Our global World Cup watch guide can walk you through the process.
You will need a VPN to live stream the World Cup on these free streaming services. We recommend ExpressVPN — a Mashable-tested service and an Official Tournament Supporter of the FIFA World Cup in the U.S., Canada, and Europe — as our VPN of choice for sport. It offers servers in 105 countries, a user-friendly app available on all major devices, a speedy connection, and up to 10 simultaneous connections.
Opens in a new window Credit: ExpresVPN ExpressVPN (1-Month Plan) $12.99 only at ExpressVPN Get DealTL;DR: Live stream Uruguay vs. Cape Verde in the 2026 FIFA World Cup for free on BBC iPlayer. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN, an Official Supporter of the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Cape Verde shocked the world by snatching a 0-0 draw from Spain in the first round of 2026 FIFA World Cup games. Can they go again and secure another shocking result against Uruguay? It's going to be another tough test for the minnows.
If you want to watch Uruguay vs. Cape Verde in the 2026 FIFA World Cup from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.
When is Uruguay vs. Cape Verde?Uruguay vs. Cape Verde in the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off at 6 p.m. ET on June 21. This fixture takes place at the Miami Stadium.
How to watch Uruguay vs. Cape Verde for freeUruguay vs. Cape Verde in the 2026 FIFA World Cup is available to live stream for free on BBC iPlayer.
BBC iPlayer is geo-restricted to the UK, 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 the UK, meaning you can unblock BBC iPlayer to live stream the 2026 World Cup for free from anywhere in the world.
Live stream Uruguay vs. Cape Verde for free by following these simple steps:
Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (we recommend ExpressVPN)
Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)
Open up the app and connect to a server in the UK
Visit BBC iPlayer
Watch Uruguay vs. Cape Verde for free from anywhere in the world
The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but most do offer free-trials or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can access free live streams of the 2026 World Cup without actually spending anything. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream Uruguay vs. Cape Verde (plus more World Cup fixtures) before recovering your investment.
ExpressVPN's regular 30-day money back guarantee is not available for any subscriptions purchased during the FIFA World Cup between June 10 and July 11. ExpressVPN remains our top pick for sport, but you will need to pay the monthly rate. Alternatively, Proton VPN still offers that all-important money-back guarantee.
What is the best VPN for BBC iPlayer?ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport on BBC iPlayer, for a number of reasons:
Servers in 105 countries including the UK
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 10 simultaneous connections
A two-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $68.40 and includes an extra four months for free — 81% off for a limited time. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.99. That covers you for the duration of the World Cup.
Live stream Uruguay vs. Cape Verde in the 2026 FIFA World Cup for free.
TL;DR: Live stream Spain vs. Saudi Arabia in the 2026 FIFA World Cup for free on BBC iPlayer. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN, an Official Supporter of the FIFA World Cup 2026.
The biggest story from the first round of 2026 FIFA World Cup fixtures was probably Spain's failure to beat Cape Verde. The Euro 2024 winners will be looking to make a statement in their next game against Saudi Arabia, a team that pulled off a surprise draw with Uruguay in their opening game.
If you want to watch Spain vs. Saudi Arabia in the 2026 FIFA World Cup from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.
When is Spain vs. Saudi Arabia?Spain vs. Saudi Arabia in the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off at 12 p.m. ET on June 21. This fixture takes place at the Atlanta Stadium.
How to watch Spain vs. Saudi Arabia for freeSpain vs. Saudi Arabia in the 2026 FIFA World Cup is available to live stream for free on BBC iPlayer.
BBC iPlayer is geo-restricted to the UK, 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 the UK, meaning you can unblock BBC iPlayer to live stream the 2026 World Cup for free from anywhere in the world.
Live stream Spain vs. Saudi Arabia for free by following these simple steps:
Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (we recommend ExpressVPN)
Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)
Open up the app and connect to a server in the UK
Visit BBC iPlayer
Watch Spain vs. Saudi Arabia for free from anywhere in the world
The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but most do offer free-trials or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can access free live streams of the 2026 World Cup without actually spending anything. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream Spain vs. Saudi Arabia (plus more World Cup fixtures) before recovering your investment.
ExpressVPN's regular 30-day money back guarantee is not available for any subscriptions purchased during the FIFA World Cup between June 10 and July 11. ExpressVPN remains our top pick for sport, but you will need to pay the monthly rate. Alternatively, Proton VPN still offers that all-important money-back guarantee.
What is the best VPN for BBC iPlayer?ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport on BBC iPlayer, for a number of reasons:
Servers in 105 countries including the UK
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 10 simultaneous connections
A two-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $68.40 and includes an extra four months for free — 81% off for a limited time. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.99. That covers you for the duration of the World Cup.
Live stream Spain vs. Saudi Arabia in the 2026 FIFA World Cup for free.
TL;DR: Through June 22, new U.S. users can get a Babbel Language Learning Lifetime Subscription for $159 (reg. $299) with code LEARN and access all 14 languages for life.
Opens in a new window Credit: Babbel Babbel Language Learning: Lifetime Subscription (All Languages) $159Learning a new language isn’t easy, but it also might not be as hard as some apps make it seem. If memorizing vocab lists isn’t working for you, check out Babbel. They take a more practical approach to teaching — and it was developed by 100 pro linguists - and includes an AI conversation partner who can help you practice your pronunciation.
Normally, a Babbel lifetime subscription would cost $299, but right now it’s on sale for $159 through tomorrow, June 22, during this Deal Days sales event when you use code LEARN. Check out what that gets you.
Babbel gives you lifetime access to courses in 14 different languages, and the format is designed to fit into real life. Each lesson takes around 10 to 15 minutes, so you can actually stick with it whether you’re commuting, traveling, or just squeezing in some study time between meetings.
Here are a few of the included languages:
Spanish
French
German
Italian
Portuguese
Swedish
And that’s just the beginning.
Unlike other apps that focus heavily on word games or repetitive matching drills, Babbel centers its content around practical conversation topics. You’ll get lessons on travel, shopping, business, culture, and more, all developed by those expert linguists and backed by academic research. Speech recognition helps fine-tune your pronunciation, while the new AI-powered conversation partner lets you practice speaking in real time.
Lessons sync across devices, so you can start on your computer and finish on your phone. There’s also an offline mode if you want to download lessons ahead of time. You can move at your own pace, revisit review sessions, and jump between beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels based on your comfort.
Use code LEARN by June 22 at 11:59 p.m. PT to get a Babbel lifetime subscription for only $159.
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TL;DR: Through June 28, you can get a Microsoft Office 2024 Home & Business lifetime license on sale for $89.97 (reg. $249.99).
Opens in a new window Credit: Microsoft Microsoft Office 2024 Home & Business for Mac or PC Lifetime License $89.97Opening Word to write a quick document shouldn’t require a monthly subscription, but Microsoft 365 keeps the bills coming as long as you use it. Microsoft Office 2024 Home and Business is a one-time alternative, a single purchase that stays yours indefinitely, and it’s on sale now for $89.97 (reg. $249.99).
This license comes with the core Microsoft productivity apps: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and OneNote. It installs on one PC or Mac and runs as desktop software, which means it works fully offline and syncs your files once you reconnect. No more relying on an internet connection just to get some basic work done.
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This is not Microsoft 365, so there’s no OneDrive cloud storage and no Copilot built into the apps. You’re buying the software outright, with feature updates included and nothing renewing.
Stop paying for the same apps every month. Get a lifetime license for Microsoft Office 2024 Home and Business on sale for $89.97. Offer ends June 28 at 11:59 p.m. PT.
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If you're dating in your 40s, some online dating sites and apps are a better bet than others, especially if you want to date within your age range. While most dating apps like Tinder and Hinge tend to be more popular with the 30-and-under crowd, dating websites attract a slightly older demographic, one more interested in substantive connection than fleeting attraction.
That's where eharmony comes in. The site has been around for over 25 years, and boasts somewhere between 38 and 45 million registered users (according to DatingAdvice), and unlike the fast-paced, dopamine-driven apps, eharmony encourages its users to take their time, emphasizing compatibility through a proprietary personality quiz that the site then uses to assign all of your potential matches with a "compatibility score" between 60 and 140, with a higher score indicating that you have more in common.
Curious if the site is right for you? Here are its pros and cons for daters over 40:
Opens in a new window Credit: eharmony eharmony Learn More eharmony benefitsFavorable user demographicsThe major benefit of a site like eharmony for older daters is its age breakdown of users. Fully 40 percent of its active users are between the ages of 30 and 39, making it the largest on-site demographic, closely followed by the 40+ crowd at 35 percent of the total user base, while the under-30 crowd makes up just 25 percent of the site's users.
But it gets even better. According to independent research by SwipeStats, the average age of an eharmony user is 34. Eharmony told Mashable that users are 51 percent women and 49 percent men.
SEE ALSO: The best hookup apps for 2026: I swiped until my thumb hurt Compatibility-focused matchmakingOn most dating sites these days, the "matchmaking" process is little more than a game of "hot or not," where users are given a small handful of photos and a few seconds of time to make a decision. That's not how eharmony operates. All of its users, including paid subscribers and free accounts, complete a comprehensive personality questionnaire known on the site as the Compatibility Quiz.
Based on extensive psychological research and eharmony's own matchmaking experiences, this quiz aims to classify people around four basic questions:
What characterizes us?
What is our driving force?
How do we organize everyday life?
How do we communicate?
Once it has this information, it can more accurately guess who you will likely vibe with and who you might butt heads with, all based on these fundamental differences in character.
It might not be a perfect system, of course, but it does offer a needed counterweight to the "picture first" approach of more superficial dating sites. If you're in your 40s and eager for connection, it's nice to see, at a glance, who is likely to appreciate your communication style or life goals.
A commitment to dating transparencyOne glaring truth about most online dating sites is that they lack transparency. It keep its matchmaking algorithms hidden, for example, or they remain tight-lipped about its user demographics or success rates. Well, eharmony takes the opposite approach, and it's refreshing.
Head to its Data and Research section, for example, and you'll see it regularly releases reports about both online dating in general, always sourced from top-notch independent researchers like Pew, or about its own users in particular. Recent reports include subjects like "masculinity's impact on dating dynamics" or the topics Gen Z and millennial daters are most likely to lie about in their dating profiles.
These reports aren't just fun facts or curiosities you might be interested in; they're valuable insights into modern dating dynamics, and a helpful tool for those eager to improve their dating game.
eharmony drawbacksPaid membership requiredOne obvious drawback to eharmony is that, unlike Tinder or Hinge, for example, a paid membership is all but mandatory to actually use the website. With a free account, you can fill out your profile and take the eharmony personality quiz, but you can't view other daters' photos or send them substantive messages, so you're really required to pull out your credit card.
Membership costs vary by location, but if you're in the United States, expect to pay between $20 and $65 per month, depending on your subscription tier and duration. On the plus side, eharmony also regularly runs promotional sales events, often up to 40 percent off its usual price, so you shouldn't have too much trouble finding a good deal.
Inactive accountsThis could be construed as both a pro and a con, since it indicates a lot of eharmony users actually end up pairing off with someone, but the fact nonetheless remains that a lot of its registered accounts are inactive.
While its own on-site statistics show close to 45 million registered accounts, there are only about 10 million active users at any given moment, and those tend to be concentrated in large urban areas. Worse still, because it locks its geo-search functions to paid members, you won't be able to know, in advance, if there are a lot of active eharmony users in your area, which definitely won't be an issue if you happen to live near a large metropolitan area, but could be a serious problem if you live somewhere a bit more rural.
Best eharmony alternatives for daters over 40Facebook DatingIf you don't like the idea of paying for a dating site but still want the benefits of a massive dating pool, consider giving Facebook Dating a try. It boasts more than 20 million daily active users, and has become particularly popular with older Millennials suffering from dating app burnout.
Because it's separate from your regular Facebook account, Facebook Dating offers a discreet way to survey your local single scene, and if you're active on Facebook, you can even opt to find people who share your interests or with whom you have Facebook Groups in common.
SEE ALSO: Is AdultFriendFinder safe to use? What a cybersecurity expert says. HingeIf you can't bear to part with the app-based dating experience but still want a more mature, substantive option, Hinge is still a great choice. Its approach to matchmaking, through prompt responses, is similar to eharmony's personality-first ethos. Its newest feature, Signals, seeks to highlight users who have exhibited thoughtful dating behavior. , This will likely help to discourage the low-effort, ghosting culture that so many over-40 daters are running away from.
House of the Dragon Season 3 is here, and you know what that means: It's time to take a climb into the very tangled branches of the Targaryen family tree.
Over the first two seasons of House of the Dragon, some of these branches have been pruned. (RIP to the many Targs who've perished in this bloody show.) However, Season 2 also added its fair share of new offshoots, further complicating the knotted web between Houses Targaryen, Velaryon, and Hightower. If you're looking for a refresher on that web as you head into Season 3, we've got you covered.
Below, you'll find the Targaryen family tree as it stands heading into House of the Dragon Season 3, as well as a rundown of the characters and how they connect.
Credit: Ian Moore / Mashable Which Targaryens have died since Season 2?There were two key deaths in the Targaryen family in Season 2: one on the Greens' side and one on the Blacks'.
Queen Rhaenyra Targaryen's (Emma D'Arcy) camp lost Princess Rhaenys (Eve Best), also known as the Queen Who Never Was. Meanwhile, King Aegon II Targaryen (Tom Glynn-Carney) and Queen Helaena (Phia Saban) lost their young son Jaehaerys when gold cloak Blood (Sam C. Wilson) and rat catcher Cheese (Mark Stobbart) assassinated him on Prince Daemon's (Matt Smith) orders.
There are still plenty of Targaryens left standing, though. Here's who to watch out for in Season 3.
The Targaryen family tree: Rhaenyra, Daemon, and their children Matt Smith, Phoebe Campbell, Emma D'Arcy, Harry Collett, and Bethany Antonia in "House of the Dragon." Credit: Composite: Mashable / Images: HBORhaenyra heads up the Team Black branch of the Targaryen family tree, with her husband/uncle Daemon by her side. (It was touch and go for a minute in Season 2, but after a life-changing study abroad trip to Harrenhal, complete with witches and visions, Daemon is finally ready to accept Rhaenyra as his queen.)
Their two young sons, Aegon and Viserys, are on their way to Pentos for protection after a brief pit stop in the Vale. However, Rhaenyra and Daemon's children from their prior marriages are still in Westeros and locked in on Rhaenyra's fight for the throne.
Rhaenyra's son Jacaerys (Harry Collett) and Daemon's daughter Baela (Bethany Antonia) are both dragonriders. Daemon's other daughter, Rhaena (Phoebe Campbell), doesn't have a dragon, which is why she was sent off as Aegon and Viserys' guardian. However, when they went to Pentos, she remained behind in the Vale, hoping to tame its wild dragon Sheepstealer. Could Rhaenyra be welcoming a new dragonrider to her side soon?
The Targaryen family tree: Alicent Hightower and her children Tom Glynn-Carney, Olivia Cooke, Phia Saban, and Ewan Mitchell in "House of the Dragon." Credit: Composite: Mashable / Images: HBODowager Queen Alicent Hightower (Olivia Cooke) remains the matriarch of Team Green, although she's growing increasingly regretful about her role in the war for succession. (So regretful, in fact, that she's offered to surrender the Iron Throne to Rhaenyra.) She had four children with the late King Viserys (Paddy Considine).
The eldest, Aegon, remains King of Westeros. His younger brother Aemond (Ewan Mitchell) attempted to kill him in a dragon dogfight at the Battle of Rook's Rest, and once Aegon recovered from his worst injuries, he fled King's Landing with the help of Larys Strong (Matthew Needham). Now Aemond is Prince Regent, and Alicent is trying her best to get herself and her daughter Helaena out of harm's way.
Alicent's youngest son Daeron has yet to appear in House of the Dragon, as he's been a ward of House Hightower in Oldtown for the past few years. However, Season 2 offered up a glimpse of his dragon Tessarion wheeling over the Hightower army, so expect him to enter the fray soon.
The Hightower family tree: Otto, Gwayne, and Ormund James Norton, Olivia Cooke, Rhys Ifans, and Freddie Fox in "House of the Dragon." Credit: Composite: Mashable / Images: HBOIn addition to Alicent, the rest of House Hightower continues to be a major player in House of the Dragon. Her father, Otto Hightower (Rhys Ifans), former hand of the King, has wound up in a jail cell — although we don't yet know where or why. Elsewhere, Alicent's brother Gwayne (Freddie Fox) has been traipsing around the Seven Kingdoms with Ser Criston Cole (Fabien Frankel), a nightmare we wouldn't wish on even our worst enemies.
House of the Dragon Season 3 also introduces a new member of the Hightower family: Lord Ormund (James Norton), head of House Hightower. His late father Hobert (Steffan Rhodri) was Otto's oldest brother, making Ormund Alicent and Gwayne's cousin. Daeron is his ward.
The Velaryon family tree: Corlys and his sons Alyn and Addam Steve Toussaint, Abubakar Salim, and Clinton Liberty in "House of the Dragon." Credit: Composite: Mashable / Images: HBORhaenyra's Hand is Corlys Velaryon (Steve Toussaint), also known as the Sea Snake due to his naval prowess. Over the course of House of the Dragon, he's lost his wife Rhaenys, as well as their children Laena (Nanna Blondell) and Laenor (John Macmillan).
However, Season 2 revealed that Laena and Laenor weren't Corlys' only descendants. He also has two bastard sons, Alyn of Hull (Abubakar Salim) and Addam of Hull (Clinton Liberty). Their mother Marilda, unseen in the show, was a shipwright.
While Corlys didn't truly acknowledge Alyn and Addam prior to Season 2, the pair are now a much more prominent part of his life — and the show. Alyn is a notable sailor in Corlys' fleet, and Addam became a dragonrider. Thanks to his Valyrian blood, he now rides Seasmoke, Laenor's old dragon.
The dragonseeds: Addam, Ulf the White, and Hugh Hammer Kieran Bew, Tom Bennett, and Clinton Liberty in "House of the Dragon." Credit: Composite: Mashable / Images: HBOAddam isn't the only new dragonrider to join Rhaenyra's ranks in Season 2. Smallfolk Ulf the White (Tom Bennett) and Hugh Hammer (Kieran Bew) also claimed dragons. Ulf rides Silverwing, the dragon of Rhaenyra's grandmother Alysanne, while Hugh rides Vermithor, the dragon of Rhaenyra's grandfather Jaehaerys. The pair, like Addam, are bastards of Valyrian blood, earning them the nickname of "dragonseeds." While they haven't been legitimized as Targaryens, they will certainly have a large role to play in the battles to come.
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Welcome to your guide to Pips, the latest game in the New York Times catalogue.
Released in August 2025, Pips puts a unique spin on dominoes, creating a fun single-player experience that could become your next daily gaming habit.
Currently, if you're stuck, the game only offers to reveal the entire puzzle, forcing you to move on to the next difficulty level and start over. However, we have you covered! Below are piecemeal answers that will serve as hints so that you can find your way through each difficulty level.
How to play PipsIf you've ever played dominoes, you'll have a passing familiarity with how Pips is played. As we've shared in our previous hints stories for Pips, the tiles, like dominoes, are placed vertically or horizontally and connect with each other. The main difference between a traditional game of dominoes and Pips is the color-coded conditions you have to address. The touching tiles don't necessarily have to match.
SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Answer, hints for June 21, 2026The conditions you have to meet are specific to the color-coded spaces. For example, if it provides a single number, every side of a tile in that space must add up to the number provided. It is possible — and common — for only half a tile to be within a color-coded space.
Here are common examples you'll run into across the difficulty levels:
Number: All the pips in this space must add up to the number.
Equal: Every domino half in this space must be the same number of pips.
Not Equal: Every domino half in this space must have a completely different number of pips.
Less than: Every domino half in this space must add up to less than the number.
Greater than: Every domino half in this space must add up to more than the number.
If an area does not have any color coding, it means there are no conditions on the portions of dominoes within those spaces.
SEE ALSO: NYT Strands hints, answers for June 21, 2026 Easy difficulty hints, answers for June 21 PipsNumber (16): Everything in this space must add up to 16. The answer is 4-4, placed horizontally; 4-2, placed vertically; 4-6, placed vertically.
Number (2): Everything in this space must add up to 2. The answer is 4-2, placed vertically.
Less Than (1): Everything in this space must be less than 1. The answer is 0-1, placed horizontally.
Greater Than (4): Everything in this space must be greater than 4. The answer is 5-3, placed horizontally.
Not Equal: Everything in this space must be different. The answer is 4-6, placed vertically; 0-1, placed horizontally; 5-3, placed horizontally.
Medium difficulty hints, answers for June 21 PipsNumber (3): Everything in this space must add up to 3. The answer is 0-1, placed vertically; 3-2, placed vertically.
Equal (2): Everything in this space must be equal to 2. The answer is 3-2, placed vertically; 2-2, placed vertically.
Number (4): Everything in this space must add up to 4. The answer is 5-1, placed vertically; 3-0, placed vertically.
Number (2): Everything in this space must add up to 2. The answer is 3-0, placed vertically; 2-4, placed vertically.
Greater Than (4): Everything in this space must be greater than 4. The answer is 5-3, placed vertically.
Number (7): Everything in this space must add up to 7. The answer is 5-3, placed vertically; 4-6, placed vertically.
Number (7): Everything in this space must add up to 7. The answer is 4-6, placed vertically; 1-1, placed vertically.
Greater Than (0): Everything in this space must be greater than 0. The answer is 1-1, placed vertically.
Hard difficulty hints, answers for June 21 PipsNumber (6): Everything in this space must add up to 6. The answer is 1-2, placed vertically; 6-4, placed horizontally.
Number (4): Everything in this space must add up to 14. The answer is 1-2, placed vertically; 2-6, placed vertically.
Number (4): Everything in this space must add up to 4. The answer is 6-4, placed horizontally.
Number (8): Everything in this space must add up to 8. The answer is 3-5, placed vertically.
Number (8): Everything in this space must add up to 8. The answer is 2-6, placed vertically; 2-0, placed horizontally.
Number (0): Everything in this space must add up to 0. The answer is 2-0, placed horizontally.
Equal (5): Everything in this space must be equal to 5. The answer is 5-2, placed horizontally; 5-5, placed vertically; 5-1, placed vertically.
Equal (2): Everything in this space must be equal to 2. The answer is 5-2, placed horizontally; 2-3, placed vertically.
Equal (3): Everything in this space must be equal to 3. The answer is 2-3, placed vertically; 4-3, placed horizontally; 3-6, placed vertically.
Less Than (2): Everything in this space must be less than 2. The answer is 5-2, placed vertically.
Greater Than (4): Everything in this space must be greater than 4. The answer is 3-6, placed vertically.
Number (0): Everything in this space must add up to 0. The answer is 0-6, placed vertically; 0-3, placed horizontally.
Number (3): Everything in this space must add up to 3. The answer is 0-3, placed horizontally.
Equal (6): Everything in this space must be equal to 6. The answer is 0-6, placed vertically; 6-1, placed vertically.
Number (10): Everything in this space must add up to 1.0 The answer is 4-6, placed vertically.
Number (6): Everything in this space must add up to 6. The answer is 6-1, placed vertically; 5-0, placed horizontally.
Number (0): Everything in this space must add up to 0. The answer is 5-0, placed horizontally.
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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 SEE ALSO: How to play Pips, the newest NYT gameHere are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Sunday, June 21, 2026:
Across"Black" or "Yellow" dog, familiarlyThe answer is Lab.
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No-no for the lactose intolerantThe answer is Dairy.
The answer is At sea.
The answer is Delay.
The answer is Red
The answer is Later.
The answer is Aisle.
The answer is Bread.
The answer is Dad.
The answer is Yay.
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Today's Connections: Sports Edition will be easier if you know golf history.
As we've shared in previous hints stories, this is a version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans.
Like the original Connections, the game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight, and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier — so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.
If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for the latest Connections solution. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.
SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable What is Connections: Sports Edition?The NYT's latest daily word game has launched in association with The Athletic, the New York Times property that provides the publication's sports coverage. The sports Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common.
This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.Each puzzle features 16 words, and each grouping of words is split into four categories. These sets could comprise 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 before the game ends.
This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media.
SEE ALSO: Wordle-obsessed? These are the best word games to play IRL. Here's a hint for today's Connections: Sports Edition categoriesWant a hint about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:
Yellow: Top athletes
Green: Football terms of affection
Blue: Geographically specific
Purple: Classic sports words
Need a little extra help? Today's connections fall into the following categories:
Yellow: A team's best players
Green: Informal nicknames for NFL teams
Blue: Brazilian soccer greats
Purple: Old terms for golf clubs
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 #636 is...
What is the answer to Connections: Sports Edition today?A team's best players: A-TEAM, FIRST STRING, REGULARS, STARTERS
Informal nicknames for NFL teams: BOLTS, G-MEN, PACK, VIKES
Brazilian soccer greats: KAKÁ, MARTA, PELÉ, RONALDINHO
Old terms for golf clubs: BRASSIE, CLEEK, MASHIE, NIBLICK
Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be new sports Connections for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.
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If you 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.
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If you find yourself stuck at any step of today's Hurdle, don't worry! We have you covered.
SEE ALSO: Hurdle: Everything you need to know to find the answers Hurdle Word 1 hintSatire.
SEE ALSO: Apple’s new M3 MacBook Air is $300 off at Amazon. And yes, I’m tempted. Hurdle Word 1 answerIRONY
Hurdle Word 2 hintNemesis.
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Hurdle Word 3 hintType of snake.
SEE ALSO: NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for June 21 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for June 21, 2026 Hurdle Word 3 answerCOBRA
Hurdle Word 4 hintBanishment.
Hurdle Word 4 answerEXILE
Final Hurdle hintParticular.
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It's now the First Quarter, which means the Moon is half full, and there's plenty surface area illuminated to spot features.
What is today’s Moon phase?As of Sunday, June 21, the Moon phase is First Quarter. Tonight, 54% of the moon will be be lit up, according to NASA's Daily Moon Guide.
With just your naked eye, tonight you'll be able to see the Mares Fecunditatis, Serenitatis and Crisium. With binoculars, you'll also catch a glimpse of the Endymion Crater, Posidonius Crater, and the Mare Nectaris. If you have a telescope, this will help you see all this plus the Linne Crater, the Descartes Highlands, and the Rupes Altai.
When is the next Full Moon?The next Full Moon will take place on June 29.
What are Moon phases?According to NASA, the Moon completes one orbit around Earth in about 29.5 days, moving through eight recognised phases along the way. While the same side of the Moon always faces our planet, the amount of its surface lit by the Sun changes as it travels around Earth. As a result, we see the Moon appear in different shapes over the course of a month, from slender crescents and half moons to a bright Full Moon. This repeating sequence of phases is known as the lunar cycle.
New Moon - The Moon is between Earth and the sun, so the side we see is dark (in other words, it's invisible to the eye).
Waxing Crescent - A small sliver of light appears on the right side (Northern Hemisphere).
First Quarter - Half of the Moon is lit on the right side. It looks like a half-Moon.
Waxing Gibbous - More than half is lit up, but it’s not quite full yet.
Full Moon - The whole face of the Moon is illuminated and fully visible.
Waning Gibbous - The Moon starts losing light on the right side. (Northern Hemisphere)
Third Quarter (or Last Quarter) - Another half-Moon, but now the left side is lit.
Waning Crescent - A thin sliver of light remains on the left side before going dark again.
The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult if you a binge watcher.
Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.
If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for today's Connections solution. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.
SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable What is Connections?The NYT's latest daily word game has become a social media hit. The Times credits associate puzzle editor Wyna Liu with helping to create the new word game and bringing it to the publications' Games section. Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common.
This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.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.
This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media.
SEE ALSO: NYT Pips hints, answers for June 21, 2026 Here's a hint for today's Connections categoriesWant a hint about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:
Yellow: Weather patterns
Green: Shocks
Blue: Hit shows
Purple: Offenses
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Here are today's Connections categoriesNeed a little extra help? Today's connections fall into the following categories:
Yellow: Precipitation
Green: Bowls over
Blue: NBC sitcoms
Purple: Starting with kinds of insults
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 #1106 is...
What is the answer to Connections todayPrecipitation: DRIZZLE, RAIN, SHOWERS, SPRINKLES
Bowls over: FLOORS, ROCKS, STUNS, SURPRISES
NBC sitcoms: COMMUNITY, FRIENDS, SCRUBS, WINGS
Starting with kinds of insults: BARBADOS, DIGGITY, DISSECT, SLAPDASH
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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