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SAVE $8: As of Oct. 17, this ROSETTA star projector is on sale for $31.99 at Amazon. That's a 20% saving on the list price.

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As we enter the colder, darker months, we'll all be doing everything we can to make our lives feel brighter and cozier. And if your social media ads are anything like ours, it truly is the season for warm lighting, sunrise alarm clocks, and star projectors. With the promise of cozy-ing up any dark space, we're sold.

And as of Oct. 17, you can treat yourself to this star projector for $31.99, saving $8 on list price. This is the lowest price this model has been on Amazon for over a year. And that's not all, this listing currently comes with a 15% off coupon. Remember to tick the orange coupon box, and then head to the checkout to see your additional discount applied.

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And this little device isn't a one-trick pony, the projector combines an aurora projector, night light, Bluetooth speaker, and white noise machine all in one. It boasts dual projection lenses that are capable of projecting northern lights with 33 different light effects, and a lively starry sky. The lighting effect even synchronizes the projection with your music, making the lights move to the beat of your favorite songs.

For ease of use, there's both a remote control and a timer function, so you can fall asleep to the sparkling lights and know it will turn off after a set period of time.

This is a limited-time deal, so if you want to see aurora lights dance to your favorite songs, head over to Amazon now.

SAVE $230: As of Oct. 17, the Chromebook x360 is on sale for $199 at Walmart. That's a saving of 53% on the list price.

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If a laptop upgrade is planned, this Walmart deal should be on your radar. A laptop and tablet in one, the Chromebook x360 is a really nifty device, perfect for work, play, and on-the-go convenience. Just check out our review to see what we loved about it.

And as of Oct. 17, you can find this HP model reduced by over 50% at Walmart. Down to $199 from $429, this is one of the best deals we've seen for this model, so there's no need to shop around.

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HP says the battery of this model can last for over 10 hours, however our reviewer found it fell just short of nine hours.

To snag this deal, head over to Walmart.

SAVE $76: As of Oct. 17, this refurbished Kindle Scribe is on sale for $233.99 at Amazon. That's a saving of 25% on the list price of $309.99.

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Readers and writers look this way, because the Kindle Scribe is on sale again after October Prime Day.

As of Oct. 17, you can grab a deal on an Amazon-certified refurbished model for just $233.99, a saving of 25% on list price. According to Amazon, these refurbs are refurbished, tested, and certified to look and work like new and it comes with the same limited warranty as a new device, so you have peace of mind.

SEE ALSO: Yes, Kindles with color are real and coming soon: Pre-order the Kindle Colorsoft

This Kindle Scribe deal also comes with the Premium Pen so you can jot down notes and convert them to text as easily as writing in a notebook. Unlike the basic pen, this model comes with an eraser at the top so you can quickly remove mistakes just by flipping the pen. It is also battery free, as it works through a special power source embedded in the Kindle Scribe, so no need to charge it.

Besides its note-taking abilities, it has a 10.2-inch 300 ppi Paperwhite display, glare and ink-free. Like the original Kindle model, it's perfect for sitting outside in the sun or in harsh lighting.

Head to Amazon to make the most of this great deal for bookworms.

TL;DR: Live stream Broncos vs. Saints for free with a 30-day trial of Prime Video. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

Thursday Night Football returns as the Denver Broncos visit the New Orleans Saints. This is a tough one to call. Both teams lost last week, though the Broncos fought back against the Chargers in the fourth quarter and the Saints made a 27-point comeback against the Buccaneers, though ultimately took a pummelling.

There's still a long way to go in the 2024 NFL season and the Thursday night action could see either team make good on those flashes of positive play.

The good news for football fans is that you can watch all the action without spending a dime. If you want to watch the Denver Broncos vs. New Orleans Saints for free, here's all the information you need.

When is Broncos vs. Saints?

Denver Broncos vs. New Orleans Saints takes place at 8:15 p.m. ET on Oct. 17. This fixture will be played at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana.

How to watch Broncos vs. Saints for free

Denver Broncos vs. New Orleans Saints is available to live stream on Prime Video in the U.S., but even if you're not subscribed, you can still watch it for free with a 30-day trial of Amazon Prime (not to mention other Thursday Night Football fixtures).

Fans from outside the U.S. will need to use a VPN to watch the NFL for free on Prime Video. This process is straightforward:

1. Sign up for a 30-day Amazon Prime trial (if you're not already a member)

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

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

4. Open up the app and connect to a server in the U.S.

5. Watch Denver Broncos vs. New Orleans Saints for free from anywhere in the world on Prime Video

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The best VPNs for streaming are not technically free to use, but the top VPN providers do tend to offer free-trial periods or money-back guarantees. Simply leverage these deals to gain access to free live streams of the NFL and you won't have to spend anything. It's a short-term fix, but it will give you enough time to watch select NFL fixtures before claiming back your investment.

What is the best VPN for the NFL?

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

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

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

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

SEE ALSO: Hurdle hints and answers for October 17 SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable

Here are the clues and answers to Daily Mini Crossword for Thursday, October 17, 2024:

AcrossSpy vs Spy magazine

• The answer is Mad.

Things

• The answer is Items.

Netflix rental

• The answer is Movie.

Happy look

• The answer is Smile.

Light source

• The answer is LED.

Down"This is Why I'm Hot" rapper

• The answer is Mims.

Proton's place

• The answer is Atom.

The _____ is in the details

• The answer is Devil.

Treadmill unit

• The answer is Mile.

Spring purchase

• The answer is Seed.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

To intimidate.

SEE ALSO: Mini crossword answers for October 17 Hurdle Word 1 answer

DAUNT

Hurdle Word 2 hint

A small amount.

SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Answer, hints for October 17 Hurdle Word 2 Answer

SPECK

Hurdle Word 3 hint

Passing a test, informally.

SEE ALSO: NYT Connections today: Hints and answers for October 17 Hurdle Word 3 answer

ACING

Hurdle Word 4 hint

Of increasingly sound mind.

SEE ALSO: NYT Strands hints, answers for October 17 Hurdle Word 4 answer

SANER

Final Hurdle hint

Midas had the most famous one.

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

TOUCH

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

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 October 14'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 SEE ALSO: Hurdle hints and answers for October 17 What is Connections Sports Edition?

The NYT's latest daily word game has launched in association with The Athletic, the New York Times property that provides the publication's sports coverage. Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common.

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Each puzzle features 16 words and each grouping of words is split into four categories. These sets could comprise of anything from book titles, software, country names, etc. Even though multiple words will seem like they fit together, there's only one correct answer.

If a player gets all four words in a set correct, those words are removed from the board. Guess wrong and it counts as a mistake—players get up to four mistakes until the game ends.

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Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media.

SEE ALSO: NYT's The Mini crossword answers for October 17 Here's a hint for today's Connections Sports Edition categories

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

• Yellow: Getting some air

• Green: Michael Jordan played for one of these

• Blue: Sideline pets

• Purple: Nothing gets past them

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

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

• Yellow - Common Sports Injuries

• Green - North American Olympic Hosts

• Blue - Places LeBron has called home

• Purple - _____ point

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 #24 is...

What is the answer to Connections Sports Edition today

• Common Sports Injuries: FRACTURE, PULL STRAIN, TEAR

• North American Olympic Hosts: ATLANTA, LAKE PLACID, MEXICO CITY, MONTREAL

• Places LeBron has called home: AKRON, CLEVELAND, LOS ANGELES, MIAMI

• _____ point: BREAK, EXTRA, MATCH, THREE

Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be new Connections for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.

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

SEE ALSO: Mini crossword answers for October 17

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

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

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 Thursday, October 17, 2024:

AcrossHuman's cousin

• The answer is Ape.

Word after party or prescription

• The answer is Drug.

With the circled letters (literally!), two options when riding an elevator

• The answer is Going.

Gobsmacks

• The answer is Awes.

Show on which Bowen Yang plays J.D. Vance, for short

• The answer is SNL.

SEE ALSO: Hurdle hints and answers for October 17 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for October 17 DownThe Little Mermaid's name

• The answer is Ariel.

Plays on words

• The answer is Puns.

___ + flour = pasta dough

• The answer is Egg.

OK (with), informally

• The answer is Down.

Electric vehicle's lack

• The answer is Gas.

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.

If you're reading this, you're looking for a little help playing Strands, the New York Times' elevated word-search game.

Strands requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns. Every single letter in the grid will be part of an answer. There's always a theme linking every solution, along with the "spangram," a special, word or phrase that sums up that day's theme, and spans the entire grid horizontally or vertically.

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By providing an opaque hint and not providing the word list, Strands creates a brain-teasing game that takes a little longer to play than its other games, like Wordle and Connections.

If you're feeling stuck or just don't have 10 or more minutes to figure out today's puzzle, we've got all the NYT Strands hints for today's puzzle you need to progress at your preferred pace.

SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Answer, hints for October 17 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections today: Hints and answers for October 17 NYT Strands hint for today’s theme: Dream teams

These words are from a popular type of online game.

Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explained

These words are sports terms related to online sports leagues.

NYT Strands spangram hint: Is it vertical or horizontal?

Today's NYT Strands spangram is horizontal.

NYT Strands spangram answer today

Today's spangram is FantasyLeague.

Featured Video For You Strands 101: How to win NYT’s latest word game NYT Strands word list for October 17

• Draft

• Roster

• Waivers

• FantasyLeague

• Standings

• Matchups

SEE ALSO: Hurdle hints and answers for October 16 SEE ALSO: Mini crossword answers for October 17

Looking for other daily online games? Mashable's Games page has more hints, and if you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now!

Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.

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

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Oh hey there! If you're here, it must be time for Wordle. As always, we're serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today's answer.

If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for October 17's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: NYT Connections today: Hints and answers for October 17 Where did Wordle come from?

Originally created by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, Wordle rapidly spread to become an international phenomenon, with thousands of people around the globe playing every day. Alternate Wordle versions created by fans also sprang up, including battle royale Squabble, music identification game Heardle, and variations like Dordle and Quordle that make you guess multiple words at once. 

Wordle eventually became so popular that it was purchased by the New York Times, and TikTok creators even livestream themselves playing.

What's the best Wordle starting word?

The best Wordle starting word is the one that speaks to you. But if you prefer to be strategic in your approach, we have a few ideas to help you pick a word that might help you find the solution faster. One tip is to select a word that includes at least two different vowels, plus some common consonants like S, T, R, or N.

What happened to the Wordle archive?

The entire archive of past Wordle puzzles was originally available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it, but it was later taken down, with the website's creator stating it was done at the request of the New York Times. However, the New York Times then rolled out its own Wordle Archive, available only to NYT Games subscribers.

Is Wordle getting harder?

It might feel like Wordle is getting harder, but it actually isn't any more difficult than when it first began. You can turn on Wordle's Hard Mode if you're after more of a challenge, though.

SEE ALSO: NYT's The Mini crossword answers for October 17 SEE ALSO: Mini crossword answers for October 17 Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:

Cut in two.

Does today's Wordle answer have a double letter?

There are no reoccurring letters.

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

Today's Wordle starts with the letter H.

SEE ALSO: Wordle-obsessed? These are the best word games to play IRL. SEE ALSO: Hurdle hints and answers for October 17 The Wordle answer today is...

Get your last guesses in now, because it's your final chance to solve today's Wordle before we reveal the solution.

Drumroll please!

The solution to today's Wordle is...

HALVE.

Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be a new Wordle for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.

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

SEE ALSO: NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for October 17

Reporting by Chance Townsend, Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.

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

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

Connections is the latest New York Times word game 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 October 17'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 SEE ALSO: Hurdle hints and answers for October 17 What is Connections?

The NYT's latest daily word game has become a social media hit. The Times credits associate puzzle editor Wyna Liu with helping to create the new word game and bringing it to the publications' Games section. Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common.

Tweet may have been deleted

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.

Tweet may have been deleted

Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media.

SEE ALSO: NYT's The Mini crossword answers for October 17 Here's a hint for today's Connections categories

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

• Yellow: Knoll

• Green: Public relations specialties

• Blue: Singular cinema

• Purple: a word before a word that rhymes with "jaw."

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

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

• Yellow - Grassy Area

• Green - Deal with

• Blue - Movies with "S" Removed

• Purple - ___ Law

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 #493 is...

What is the answer to Connections today

• Grassy Area: GREEN, LAWN, PARK, YARD

• Deal with: ADDRESS, ANSWER, FIELD, HANDLE

• Movies with “S” Removed: CAR, GOODFELLA, JAW, SWINGER

• ___ Law: CRIMINAL, HARVARD, LEMON, NATURAL

Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be new Connections for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.

SEE ALSO: NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for October 17

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

SEE ALSO: Mini crossword answers for October 17

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

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

TL;DR: Live stream Pakistan vs. England for free on Tamasha. Access this free streaming site from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

Cricket fans have it rough, because it is particularly difficult to stream international fixtures for free. Recent international football games have been free to watch, but the same can't be said for Test cricket. These games are almost always stuck behind a paywall. Almost always, but not always.

If you want to watch Pakistan vs. England (2nd Test) for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is Pakistan vs. England (2nd Test)?

The 2nd Test between Pakistan and England takes place from Oct. 15 to Oct. 19. This Test match takes place at the Multan Cricket Stadium.

How to watch Pakistan vs. England for free

Pakistan vs. England (2nd Test) is available to live stream for free on Tamasha.

Tamasha is geo-restricted to Pakistan, 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 Pakistan, meaning you can access free live streams on Tamasha from anywhere in the world.

Access free live streams of Pakistan vs. England by following these simple steps:

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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 watch Pakistan vs. England (2nd Test) without committing with your cash. This clearly isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream this Test series before recovering your investment.

What is the best VPN for Tamasha?

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

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Victims affected by a massive 23andMe data breach could collect a heck of a paycheck. A proposed settlement agreement would offer up to $10,000 to victims.

Under the settlement that still needs court approval, the "company will provide as much as $10,000 to qualifying customers, depending on the hardships they incurred, as well as other security services," reported CNET. The breach, which affected millions, came to light around this time last year.

Most users whose data was hacked could expect to get a relatively small payout, if and when the settlement is approved. The top-end folks — those who might see that $10,000 — would have to prove they suffered hardships like identity fraud due to the privacy breach.

Nearly 7 million users were affected.

The settlement comes at a particularly unstable time for the genetics company. All of its independent directors resigned from the board last month amid disagreements with the company's CEO and co-founder Anne Wojcicki. A detailed report from The Financial Times noted that company has suffered mass layoffs, seen its valuation deflate by billions, and even proposed the relatively cut-rate $30 million settlement with affected users due to the "dire financial condition" of the company.

"I'm certainly not alone in feeling like there’s tremendous value — not just monetary value, but also truly disruptive value that can transform healthcare for people — in what Anne has built," an anonymous former senior staffer told the FT. "I think that’s why everyone finds it so heartbreaking right now to see things sort of spinning out of control."

SEE ALSO: 23andMe confirms how many people were affected by its data breach. It's not great news.

Julie Bowen, Bruce Campbell, Anna Camp, Emjay Anthony, Chiara Aurelia and Kezii Curtis give us the rundown on their 80s-era series about Satanic panic in a small Michigan town.

One of the best and most surprising shows of 2023 is back for a second season, and it's honestly (and thankfully) like we never left it. 

Created by Bill Lawrence, Jason Segel, and Brett Goldstein, Shrinking Season 1 hilariously and unabashedly harnessed the everyday pain and absurdity of grief, and left most of its characters in a pretty solid place, emotionally, in the finale. In Season 2, Segel's rule-breaking therapist and widowed father Jimmy is understandably still haunted by the past, but it's different this time — with the sudden arrival of the man responsible for his wife's death (a welcome cast addition in Shrinking writer and Ted Lasso star Brett Goldstein). How the hell would you react?

SEE ALSO: 15 minutes of sadness: Behind the therapy trick in 'Shrinking'

The show's brilliant cast all return for a second round, taking the characters through new challenges and delivering the show's very funny, genuinely moving script to perfection. With just two episodes out on Apple TV+, Shrinking picks up where we left off with these now ingrained characters and wisely doesn't reinvent the wheel.

Shrinking's superpower remains its superb cast and sharp writing. Jessica Williams and Christa Miller. Credit: Apple TV+

Once again a brilliant lead, Segel steps back into the role of Jimmy with relatable finesse, with the actor's signature earnestness and weary sense of optimism being put to the test with the arrival of Goldstein's character this season. Segel is still at his comedic best here, defying the insistence of his revered colleague Paul (an excellent-as-ever Harrison Ford) that he quit it with the "Jimmying" (his tendency to take the therapy sessions out of the office). Some of the outrageous lines that come out of Jimmy's mouth can't be swallowed again ("Speaking of cars…"), despite his attempts. Plus, Segel's awkward banter with the talented Lukita Maxwell as Jimmy's daughter, Alice, really makes the show, with Maxwell giving Alice genuine depth and deadpan hilarity at every turn.

Now a professor, having gained a recommendation from Paul last season, Gaby (the superb Jessica Williams) is struggling with the guilt of sleeping with her dead best friend's husband, while trying to resist their natural chemistry — a chemistry Williams and Segel flawlessly convey, with Williams' speedy retorts one of the show's best elements. But one of the unsung reasons to watch Shrinking is Williams and Christa Miller as Jimmy's neighbour Liz, as the pair craft one of the most satisfying best friendships on TV. They're a duo who say exactly what they think to each other. It's deeply refreshing, and not always the right move, but it's a delight to watch their unpretentious, no-holds-barred connection.

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Meanwhile, Paul privately struggles with sharing his deeper feelings for Julie (Wendie Malick) and publicly grumbles through contemporary phrases like "Good news if true" and "I never say beep-boop" with all the open, eloquent disdain we've come to expect from Paul. Thanks to what Paul calls Jimmy's "textbook dual relationship" with his patient-turned-friend Sean (an expertly understated Luke Tennie), Paul takes over Sean's treatment. However, never fear, Segel's Jimmy continues his fine-tuned Holt/Perolta energy with Ford's Paul, hoping for his approval at every turn and finally seeing his house.  

As Jimmy's best friend, Brian, Michael Urie is audacious as ever, shining in moments of utter rage — when Brian screams on a hiking trail after hearing some news he wasn't privy to, "Fuck rescue dogs! That's right. Fuck hiking! Fuck that headband! Actually I like that headband … Fuck this whole mountain!" you feel it in your bones.

It's a truly ensemble affair, with this season allowing the characters more room to branch out into anxieties and challenges — with one big one in particular.

Jason Segel's Jimmy is haunted by the past again — but it's different this time. Harrison Ford and Jason Segel. Credit: Apple TV+

For the entirety of Season 1, Segel navigated Jimmy through the complexities and pain of losing a loved one, with the grief of his wife's death in a car accident the driving force in his and his daughter's growth. Though grief is by no means ever "done," Jimmy found himself on pretty solid footing at the end of the season. However, he's faced with a darker side of the past in Season 2, one that's played by Shrinking writer Brett Goldstein. 

Though an accomplished, Emmy-winning comedy actor, Goldstein remained strictly behind the page for Season 1. This season, Goldstein takes on an unenviable role in a cast full of now-beloved characters, showing up as the man responsible for Jimmy's wife's death in a car accident. While the first two episodes don't give us much to go on, Goldstein's few moments on screen have enabled Jimmy's rage to come out, so expect much more here.

Shrinking still gives actually good advice.  Lukita Maxwell and Michael Urie. Credit: Apple TV+

Being a show about therapists, Shrinking often gives some excellent advice (check with your own therapist, of course, before implementing anything you see). Season 1 explored the real "15 minutes of sadness" technique and discussions around compassion fatigue, and this season, Paul leans on a tool called "reversal of desire." In episode 2, Alice's friend Summer suggests she write a letter to the man responsible for her mother's death and not send it, an age-old processing technique. (It's a letter Alice finds difficult to put into words that aren't simply "You ruined my life ... eat my ass.")

Whether its characters are learning to understand their triggers or trying to process their frustrations with one another, Shrinking arms you with a collection of common sense, usable advice for your own complicated stuff. Honestly, it feels great to be reconnected with such flawed, vulnerable, hilarious characters, all of whom are simply trying to figure it out day by day.

Shrinking, one of TV's best-written comedies, returns to cut to the deep shit among the regular shit, without judgment and with a lot of laughs. Consider us prescribed.

Shrinking Season 2's first two episodes is now streaming on Apple TV+, with a new episode every Wednesday.

The Federal Trade Commission just announced a new set of rules intended to pull customers out of their frustrating subscription cancellation "doom loops." The "Click to Cancel" rule not only ensures that customers know what they're signing up for before paying, but that they have an easy way out if it gets to be too much.

SEE ALSO: FCC investigating why broadband data caps are still a thing. What you can do to help.

"Too often, businesses make people jump through endless hoops just to cancel a subscription. The FTC’s rule will end these tricks and traps, saving Americans time and money. Nobody should be stuck paying for a service they no longer want," commission chair Lina M. Khan wrote in the rule's announcement.

Khan told NBC that the commission now receives more than 70 complaints per day pertaining to difficult subscription cancellation processes. Part of the body's "Time is Money" initiative — which also includes cracking down on fake reviews and AI-generated advertising — the new rule seeks to protect consumers against what are known as negative option programs, or marketing tactics that require consumers to input payment information and consent to a subscription before accessing free services or trials.

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Under the new provisions, sellers are prohibited from misrepresenting these negative option features in marketing. They must disclose terms before obtaining a customer's billing information, get customer consent, and (most relevant to current subscribers) provide simple cancel options that would immediately stop charges.

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The FTC is amending an existing subscription and negative option rule, introduced in 1973.

Meanwhile, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce has pushed back against the FTC's customer-focused rulings, arguing that things like the click to cancel requirement will cost the average American more time and only succeed in "micromanaging" businesses. "Businesses succeed by being responsive to customers and have a far better track record of customer service, streamlined paperwork, and prompt response times than the federal government," wrote U.S. Chamber of Commerce executive vice president Neil Bradley. "Imposing heavy-handed regulations that micromanage business practices and pricing is the wrong approach, inevitably raising costs for consumers."

Khan responded to the claims in a comment to NBC, "At the end of the day, if a business is dependent on tricking or trapping people into subscriptions, that’s not a good business model, and that’s not one that we should stand for."

Save $26.01: As of Oct. 16, you can score the EA Sports College Football 25 PS5 video game for $42.99 at Walmart, the lowest price we've found for this title yet.

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Looking for something to do this weekend? If you need a new game to play, we found a lingering Prime Day deal worth checking out.

As of Oct. 16, you can score EA Sports College Football 25 for PS5 at $42.99, the lowest price it saw during Amazon’s recent October Prime Day event. However, this deal is only available at Walmart this time (only used copies of the game are discounted at Amazon, as of this writing). If you want a brand-new copy at the lowest price, Walmart is the place to go, as it's currently undercutting Amazon, GameStop, and other retailers.

According to Mashable reviewers Alex Perry and Chance Townsend, this game will satisfy gamers who used to love to play Madden, one of the all-time best sports video game franchises.

“Of course, it's gonna play better than its 11-year-old predecessor, but there's a level of fluidity in here that even puts Madden to shame,” writes Townsend. “This shines within the running game, which is ultra-fun, crisp, and doesn't feel too animation-heavy.”

SEE ALSO: 'EA Sports College Football 25' review: Why it puts 'Madden' to shame

Although Townsend and Perry note that this isn’t the game everyone’s been waiting for for the last 11 years, it’s still a solid college football experience that's well worth the $42.99 price tag.

So, if you love college football and haven’t bought EA Sports College Football 25 for PS5 yet, now’s the time. If you’d rather try the game first, you can also subscribe to EA Play and get 10 hours of playtime for free.

UPDATE: Oct. 16, 2024, 12:10 p.m. EDT This story has been updated with additional details about the new Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition's specs.

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After an unceremonious leak earlier in the morning, Amazon officially unveiled its first color Kindle on Wednesday, Oct. 16. That's right: Almost 17 years after the release of the very first Kindle, a model with a color display is finally hitting the market.

In addition to the new Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition, Amazon is also releasing new versions of the Kindle, Kindle Scribe, Kindle Paperwhite, and Kindle Kids, the first major update to the Kindle line of e-readers since 2022.

The Colorsoft Signature Edition is set for launch on Wednesday, Oct. 30 at $279.99 and preorders are now live at Amazon.

Meet the next generation of Kindles. Credit: Amazon Introducing the first-ever Kindle with a color display

The new Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition is a 7-inch, waterproof e-reader with a glare-free "Colorsoft" display that supports a full spectrum of shades. That means users can view book covers, scroll through comics, and highlight sentences in vivid colors. In a press release, Amazon said the new color Kindle "packs a suite of innovations that make every hue and shade pop," including a light guide with micro-deflectors that brighten without fading and an oxide backplane for crisp contrast and speedy page turns.

Just like the newly updated Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition, which has a grayscale display, this color variant comes with an auto-adjusting front light, 32GB of storage, and wireless charging via USB-C. (Its battery life is just slightly shorter: It lasts up to eight weeks per charge versus the standard Paper Signature Edition's twelve.) The Colorsoft Signature Edition also omits the lockscreen ads found in other Kindle models, which cost a premium to remove. It comes in a metallic black finish.

The Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition features a metallic black shell. Credit: Amazon SEE ALSO: I've read 34 books this year and these are my favorite e-readers

The Colorsoft Signature Edition is one of six new Kindles in Amazon's newly refreshed Kindle lineup, joining the flagship Kindle ($109.99 with lockscreen ads), the Kindle Paperwhite ($159.99 with ads), the Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition ($199.99), the Kindle Paperwhite Kids ($179.99), and the Kindle Scribe (starting at $399.99 with 16GB of storage). All the other models are available for purchase immediately, save for the Kindle Scribe, which is up for preorder ahead of its Dec. 4 release date.

The release of the Colorsoft Signature Edition sets up some long-awaited competition for the $219.99 Kobo Libra Colour, which debuted this April as "the first color e-reader from a major brand," per Bethany Allard, lead shopping reporter at Mashable. Allard gave the Kobo Libra Colour a 3.8/5 rating in her review, praising its overall design and software support but noting that it's "definitely a first-generation product with a few issues to work out."

Stay tuned for our review of the Colorsoft Signature Edition.