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Did you recently lay your eyes on Deepin Linux and think to yourself: this is the best-looking Linux distro ever—why don't more people recommend it? Well, I, too, agree that Deepin is beautiful, but it's plagued with too many security issues. That's one of the reasons why I'll never use it, and why I recommend others avoid it too.

AI has made many things easier; almost anyone can vibe-code something usable without any programming knowledge. Unfortunately, thanks to AI, it's also never been easier to hack someone's smart home.

Microsoft Excel's default column charts are fine for a quick glance, but they often feel generic and don't tell the whole story. By making a few small tweaks and using hidden data series, I turn boring visuals into custom dashboard tools that give me a much more useful view of my data. Here's how you can too.

TL;DR: Live stream Real Madrid vs. Manchester City in the Champions League for free on RTÉ Player. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

The Champions League is showcasing a number of huge games this week, but Real Madrid vs. Manchester City is probably the biggest matchup on the schedule. Neither side has hit top form this season, but if you're looking for big names and even bigger expectations, this is the clash to watch.

Real Madrid trail Barcelona in La Liga and they're out of the Copa del Rey, so fans will be desperate for success in the competition. Standing in their way is Pep Guardiola, a manager who knows all about beating Real Madrid. He'll be hoping the likes of Haaland and Semenyo can deliver big performances in this first leg. It's going to be a fascinating battle at the Bernabeu.

If you want to watch Real Madrid vs. Manchester City in the Champions League from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is Real Madrid vs. Manchester City?

Real Madrid vs. Manchester City in the Champions League kicks off at 8 p.m. GMT on March 11. This fixture takes place at the Estadio Bernabeu.

How to watch Real Madrid vs. Manchester City for free

Real Madrid vs. Manchester City is available to live stream for free on RTÉ Player.

RTÉ Player is geo-restricted to Ireland, 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 Ireland, meaning you can unblock RTÉ Player to stream the Champions League for free from anywhere in the world.

Live stream Real Madrid vs. Manchester City for free by following these simple steps:

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

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

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

4. Visit RTÉ Player

5. Watch Real Madrid vs. Manchester City for free from anywhere in the world

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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 Champions League without actually spending anything. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream Real Madrid vs. Manchester City (plus more Champions League fixtures) before recovering your investment.

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

What is the best VPN for RTÉ Player?

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

• Servers in 105 countries including Ireland

• 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

• 30-day money-back guarantee

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. This plan includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.99 (with money-back guarantee).

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TL;DR: Live stream PSG vs. Chelsea in the Champions League for free on Virgin Media Player. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

The Champions League is back this week with a number of interesting matchups, but PSG vs. Chelsea might be the best of the bunch. It's the defending champions against the two-time winners — it's shaping up to be something special.

PSG lead Ligue 1, but they've not been as dominant as you'd expect. They are only one point ahead of Lens in the standings and some might argue that they got lucky in the Champions League playoff round against Monaco. The defending champions have a lot of quality, but they'll need to find top form in this contest. Chelsea haven't exactly been great this season, but they possess the quality to progress into the quarter finals.

If you want to watch PSG vs. Chelsea in the Champions League for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is PSG vs. Chelsea?

PSG vs. Chelsea in the Champions League kicks off at 8 p.m. GMT on March 11. This fixture takes place at the Parc des Princes.

How to watch PSG vs. Chelsea for free

PSG vs. Chelsea is available to live stream for free on Virgin Media Player.

Virgin Media Player is geo-restricted to Ireland, 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 Ireland, meaning you can unblock Virgin Media Player to stream the Champions League for free from anywhere in the world.

Live stream PSG vs. Chelsea for free by following these simple steps:

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

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

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

4. Visit Virgin Media Player

5. Watch PSG vs. Chelsea for free from anywhere in the world

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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 PSG vs. Chelsea without committing with your cash. This isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream select Champions League fixtures before recovering your investment.

What is the best VPN for Virgin Media Player?

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

• Servers in 105 countries including Ireland

• 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

• 30-day money-back guarantee

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. This plan includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.99 (with money-back guarantee).

Watch PSG vs. Chelsea in the Champions League for free with ExpressVPN.

TL;DR: Live stream Leverkusen vs. Arsenal in the Champions League for free on Virgin Media Player. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

The next round of Champions League fixtures includes some really interesting matchups, including Leverkusen vs. Arsenal.

The Premier League leaders have looked incredibly impressive in this competition, but now things get serious. Leverkusen haven't had a particularly successful season, but they'll go into this game believing they can win. Arsenal will be favorites to advance, but they'll need big performances from the likes of Saka and Gabriel if they want to secure a huge win at the BayArena.

If you want to watch Leverkusen vs. Arsenal in the Champions League for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is Leverkusen vs. Arsenal?

Leverkusen vs. Arsenal in the Champions League kicks off at 5:45 p.m. GMT on March 11. This fixture takes place at the BayArena.

How to watch Leverkusen vs. Arsenal for free

Leverkusen vs. Arsenal is available to live stream for free on Virgin Media Player.

Virgin Media Player is geo-restricted to Ireland, 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 Ireland, meaning you can unblock Virgin Media Player to stream the Champions League for free from anywhere in the world.

Live stream Leverkusen vs. Arsenal for free by following these simple steps:

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

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

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

4. Visit Virgin Media Player

5. Watch Leverkusen vs. Arsenal for free from anywhere in the world

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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 Leverkusen vs. Arsenal without committing with your cash. This isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream select Champions League fixtures before recovering your investment.

What is the best VPN for Virgin Media Player?

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

• Servers in 105 countries including Ireland

• 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

• 30-day money-back guarantee

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. This plan includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.99 (with money-back guarantee).

Watch Leverkusen vs. Arsenal in the Champions League for free with ExpressVPN.

I haven't always been an iOS user. Before I finally gave into peer pressure and bought my first iPhone, I was a satisfied Android user. But while testing out the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, I was tempted to make this stunner of a smartphone my new go-to.

Now, the fact that I'm opening a review of the new flagship Samsung Galaxy smartphone with a reference to Apple kind of gives away the game. In January, Apple eclipsed Samsung to become the top global smartphone brand. This, despite the fact that Apple still doesn't have a foldable phone. (Yes, I'm still lusting after the Galaxy Z TriFold.)

For my Galaxy S26 Ultra review, I spent two weeks with this flagship. I took 1,461 photos and 93 videos. I doomscrolled in bed. I made so many frivolous demands of Gemini, Perplexity, and Bixby. I even used it to report live from an Apple event.

And the more time I spent with it, the harder it was to go back to my iPhone.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: First impressions Credit: Joe Maldonado / Mashable

In this era of iterative upgrades, let's answer an important question right off the bat: What's new?

For once, a decent amount.

The S series is overdue for camera upgrades, and Samsung delivered. (Keep scrolling for unedited photos from my camera tests.) You also get a new custom processor, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy processor. As Samsung — along with every mobile brand — adds more and more AI features, updated chips let you do more on-device. Better processors also mean better battery life.

In addition, Samsung has a cool new hardware feature, which isn't something we often see anymore. I'm talking, of course, about Privacy Display, by far its coolest trick.

Apple's big mobile innovation recently was the iPhone Air, which has largely fallen flat. Meanwhile, Samsung phones are folding, folding again, and bringing new display tech like Privacy Display.

Credit: Timothy Werth / Mashable

As ever, the phone's got impressive specs:

• Display: 6.9-inch AMOLED display

• Refresh rate: Adaptive refresh rate up to 120Hz

• Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy processor

• Resolution: 3120x1440

• Storage: 256GB, 512GB, 1TB storage options

• Battery: 5000 mAh (31 hours of video playback)

• Durability: IP68 rated, Corning Gorilla Armor 2, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2

• Main camera: 200MP

Privacy Display is as cool as it looks, but not 100 percent foolproof Setting Privacy Display settings. Credit: Joe Maldonado / Mashable

Privacy Display lets you hide the contents of your screen from anyone nearby. Until now, you needed a separate privacy screen to achieve this. But here's what's really cool: Privacy Display works on the pixel level. Not only can you turn the feature on and off with the tap of a finger, but you can black out a specific part of the screen. I activated Privacy Display specifically for notifications and specific apps.

Seeing a notification black out as you tilt the screen feels like a magic trick the first time you see it.

This is really frickin' cool. Credit: Joe Maldonado

As someone who spends a lot of time scrolling through Instagram, X, and other social media apps on the subway, you never know when an NSFW image might pop up. There are tons of potential use cases here: drama-filled group chats. Smutty romance books on the Kindle app. Checking your bank balance.

One word of caution: Privacy Display doesn't black out your screen quite as much as pictures make it seem. The effect is noticeable and should stop casual snoopers, but it's not a total blackout.

All the tech reporters I know (myself included) have been geeking out over Privacy Display. But when I've shown non-techies the feature, they've sometimes been underwhelmed.

Left: Privacy Display in action. Credit: Joe Maldonado / Mashable Right: Credit: Joe Maldonado / Mashable

I still think it's really frickin' cool, FWIW.

Galaxy S26 Ultra: Performance, handfeel, and being too much

Why did I say that the Galaxy S26 Ultra is too much phone? Just check out the Geekbench 6 performance score.

The new Ultra received a multi-core score of 10,827, which is 10.7 percent higher than the iPhone 17 Pro Max's 9,778 score. It's also a sizable jump from the S25's 10,049 (and a huge leap from the S24 Ultra's 6,675). It also received a single-core score of 3,524.

For context, that means the new Snapdragon 8 Elite could power a laptop (Apple just proved that mobile chips can power laptops with the MacBook Neo). Its single-core score, a good measure of everyday performance, is higher than some elite gaming laptops.

I pushed this phone to the limit, shooting 4K videos in 120 frames per second while running dozens of apps, yet the phone never slowed down. And thanks to the newly improved vapor chamber, overheating wasn't a problem. It's all very impressive.

Credit: Timothy Werth / Mashable

So, with such impressive performance, why am I not convinced this will be my new daily smartphone?

Because size matters, and it's just too damn big. I have large hands, but the S26 Ultra is super unwieldy. I've been describing it as a two-hander phone. Fortunately, it's slim enough that it fits easily into my pockets (it's a little slimmer than the last model). And yet. The feel in my hand never felt quite right because of the size.

Ultimately, I'm not sure I need this much phone, both literally and figuratively. That said, I think this is a very future-proofed smartphone for hardcore techies.

Galaxy S26 Ultra: The display Credit: Joe Maldonado / Mashable

Strangely, while Samsung initially said the new Ultra has a 10-bit display, the company later clarified it's actually an 8-bit display. That means the display natively displays 16.7 million colors and simulates 10-bit (1.07 billion colors), using software to make up the difference.

Maybe you'll be able to tell, but I doubt it. Here's what really matters: The 6.9-inch 120Hz Dynamic AMOLED display is gorgeous. It's also an HDR10 display with peak HDR brightness of 2,400 nits.

What more could you want?

The latest AI features

Samsung has started describing its flagship handsets as "AI smartphones," and the Korean tech giant has added enough AI integrations to justify the name. That's either a positive or a negative, depending on how you feel about AI.

Gemini, Perplexity, and Samsung's AI assistant Bixby all come preloaded on the phone. You can even long-press the side button to instantly pull up Gemini. You can ask questions by text or voice, share your screen and go live with Gemini, or use the new Circle to Search feature. Gemini even customizes the options based on what's on the screen, so if you're on a website, it will offer to read or summarize the page.

Samsung also added a lot of AI image features to the Galaxy experience. You can generate images, add or edit photos with AI, and erase details from the background. Crucially, Samsung labels AI-generated content, which I'm really glad to see, as deepfakes and AI slop are a growing problem.

You can edit images with AI in seconds. Credit: Timothy Werth / Mashable

In the Camera and Gallery apps, you can circle details you want to edit or remove (the included S Pen makes this really easy). This includes large items like a passing truck, or small details, like an unsightly puddle in the corner of the screen. In my testing, these AI features work intuitively and consistently provide impressive results.

Left: Now you see it... Credit: Timothy Werth / Mashable Right: ...now you don't. Credit: Timothy Werth / Mashable Left: Credit: Timothy Werth / Mashable Right: Credit: Timothy Werth / Mashable

Now, speaking of photos...

The Galaxy S26 Ultra camera upgrades Credit: Joe Maldonado / Mashable

Technically, both the Galaxy S25 Ultra and S26 Ultra have the same exact camera array:

• 200MP wide lens

• 50MP ultra-wide lens

• 50MP telephoto lens with 10x optical zoom

• 10MP lens with 3x optical zoom

• Front-facing 12MP selfie camera

However, the new model has wider camera apertures, allowing more light to enter and giving you clearer and more detailed photos. For video, the phone has improved Super Steady capabilities and Enhanced Nightography Video for low-light shooting. Night photography is also improved.

I've been very impressed with the cameras on this phone across the board. As with the iPhone 17 Pro Max, the Pixel 10 Pro, and other elite handsets, it's hard to imagine how flagship phone cameras can get much better in the years ahead.

Naturally, this is one area of my Galaxy S26 Ultra review where it's better to show than tell.

Galaxy S26 Ultra camera test: The main camera

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The hard part about reviewing phones in 2026? You have to be a photographer, and I am far from one. On top of that, ever since Samsung sent me this phone, the sun has remained stubbornly behind an overcast sky. (It's been a long, hard winter, folks.) New York City is also particularly ugly this time of year, with barren trees, trash, and dirty, half-melted snow everywhere.

So, to try and bring some cheer to this camera test, I found an elegant solution: Dog pictures.

Behold, Lelu the Boston Terrier. Credit: Timothy Werth / Mashable

Lots and lots of dog pictures.

Credit: Timothy Werth / Mashable Credit: Timothy Werth / Mashable

Seriously, though, the S26 Ultra captures color really well without oversaturating your photos. It also captures an incredible amount of detail in each photograph.

Credit: Timothy Werth / Mashable A New York City street scene. Faces blurred to protect privacy. Credit: Timothy Werth / Mashable A New York City streen scene. Credit: Timothy Werth / Mashable Galaxy S26 Ultra cameras: Zoom!

The zoom capabilities on the S26 Ultra are mighty. While you can see the results of the Pixel 10 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max zoom tests in our reviews, I think this one is going to be hard to top.

When working with 2x and 3x zoom, you barely lose any sharpness, and the color is just as good.

Enhance... Credit: Timothy Werth / Mashable ...enhance! Credit: Timothy Werth / Mashable

When you activate the digital 100x Super Zoom, the results get pretty rough, but it's remarkable just how far you can zoom without sacrificing quality.

With optical zoom, you can choose from 1x (normal), 2x, 3x, 5x, and 10x. You can zoom in all the way to 100x with the software.

See for yourself how well the main wide lens and telephoto lenses work.

The Highline in New York City with 30 Hudson Yards in the background. Credit: Timothy Werth / Mashable 30 Hudson yards and The Edge observation deck. Credit: Timothy Werth / Mashable Left: 30 Hudson yards and The Edge observation deck. Credit: Timothy Werth / Mashable Right: Look at all the lonely people. Credit: Timothy Werth / Mashable Left: Credit: Timothy Werth / Mashable Right: Credit: Timothy Werth / Mashable Left: Credit: Timothy Werth / Mashable Right: Credit: Timothy Werth / Mashable Galaxy S26 Ultra cameras review: Night-time photography

Flagship phones have had impressive night-time photography capabilities for a while, but just like Privacy Display, it always feels a little bit like a magic trick.

You can tell the camera is leaning on AI and processing software to fill in some gaps, but the results are impressive. In fact, they're so impressive they're not quite realistic.

Compare a screenshot of a video without fancy nighttime photography with the Galaxy software's take on the same scene.

Left: Credit: Timothy Werth / Mashable Right: Credit: Timothy Werth / Mashable Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: The $1,299 question

So, here's the question that really matters: Is the Galaxy S26 Ultra worth it? And if you're an Android-curious iOS user, is it worth defecting from Apple-land to Galaxy-world?

I'm sorely tempted, even if the Galaxy S26 Ultra isn't quite for me. Frankly, it's too much phone for me. In the meantime, I'm saving myself for the Galaxy Z Flip 8. (Or, if it ever comes back in stock, the one-of-a-kind Galaxy Z Trifold.)

However, for dedicated Android users — or anyone who loves big phones and hates Liquid Glass — the S26 Ultra is worth the investment. If you're a professional creator, an AI superuser, or a developer who can make the most of the snappy Qualcomm processor, then I think you'll be very happy.

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And...

...a couple more dog photos, just for fun.

Again, her name is Lelu. Credit: Timothy Werth / Mashable Credit: Timothy Werth / Mashable Credit: Timothy Werth / Mashable

SAVE OVER $300: As of March 11, the Hisense 85-Inch Class QLED 4K S7N CanvasTV is on sale for $1,896.99 at Amazon. That's $301 off its list price of $2,197.99.

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Google didn't rock the boat for this year's budget Pixel. Instead, the company fully delivered on what the Pixel 9a wanted to be. While this release doesn't quite feel like a fully realized sequel, the Pixel 10a is still a better phone and one that's easy to recommend.

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TL;DR: Live stream the 2026 World Baseball Classic for free on Tele Rebelde, Tubi, or Venevision. Access these free streaming platforms from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

Spring Training is underway for the new MLB season. That's incredibly exciting news for baseball fans, but there's more: The 2026 World Baseball Classic is here to deliver weeks of top-quality international action from around the world.

USA lost in the 2023 final to Japan. That final will always be remembered for Japan's Shohei Ohtani striking out Mike Trout in the ninth inning to seal the game. Can Ohtani lead Japan to glory once again? Or will USA bounce back to win its first title since 2017? This edition of the competition has already thrown out some huge performances and shocking results. The pool stage is now coming to an end, with places in the quarter-final stage up for grabs.

If you want to watch the 2026 World Baseball Classic for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

What is the World Baseball Classic?

The World Baseball Classic is an international baseball tournament sanctioned by the World Baseball Softball Confederation. In 2026, the tournament is organized into four pools of five teams. Teams will compete in a round-robin format, with the top two teams from each group advancing to the knockout rounds.

Japan are the defending champions.

When is the 2026 World Baseball Classic?

The 2026 World Baseball Classic will take place from March 5-17. Pool rounds will be played in Miami, Houston, San Juan, and Tokyo. The quarter finals will be split between Miami and Houston. The semi finals and final will be played in Miami.

How to watch the 2026 World Baseball Classic for free

The 2026 World Baseball Classic is available to live stream for free on a number of platforms:

• Cuba — Tele Rebelde

• USA — Tubi (six games from the pool stage)

• Venezuela — Venevision

These streaming platforms are geo-restricted, but anyone can access for free with a VPN. These handy tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in another location, meaning you can unblock free streaming sites from anywhere in the world.

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

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4. Visit Tele Rebelde, Tubi, or Venevision

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TL;DR: Live stream the 2026 Oscars for free on 7Plus, RTÉ Player, or ITVX. Access these free streaming platforms from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

Yes, the Oscars are almost here. It’s time for the film industry to come together to congratulate itself. Expect stunning gowns, polite clapping, fake smiles, and chaotic acceptance speeches. The group chat is going to come alive for one night only.

Whether you're interested in the red carpet looks, the musical numbers, the award winners, or the sweet unpredictability of live television, you can watch this special event without spending anything. So clear your schedule and invite your sassiest friends. There's always something from this night that causes a huge stir, and we wouldn't want you to miss out on the drama.

If you want to watch the 2026 Oscars for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

What are the Oscars?

The Academy Awards (the Oscars) are the awards for artistic and technical merit in film. The Oscars are widely considered to be the most prestigious awards in the film industry.

When are the 2026 Oscars?

The 98th Academy Awards ceremony will take place on March 15 at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. Comedian Conan O'Brien is set to host the show for the second consecutive time in 2026.

How to watch the 2026 Oscars for free

The 2026 Oscars are available to live stream for free on a number of platforms:

• Australia — 7Plus

• Ireland — RTÉ Player

• UK — ITVX

These streaming platforms are geo-restricted, but anyone can access for free with a VPN. These handy tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in another location, meaning you can unblock free streaming sites from anywhere in the world.

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What is the best VPN for the Oscars?

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• Fast connection speeds

• Up to 10 simultaneous connections

• 30-day money-back guarantee

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. This plan includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.99 (with money-back guarantee).

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Your access to porn sites is restricted in many locations around the world, and we're not talking about far away places on dodgy networks. We're talking close to home.

A number of U.S. states have introduced laws that require visitors to upload ID before accessing pornography sites. As a result, Pornhub banned visitors from those states from accessing their website, and there's no guarantee that things will stop there. The same situation is now taking place in other parts of the world, including France, the UK, and Australia.

There are valid reasons for restricting access to porn, but there is also something to be said for protecting online freedom. When the time is right, you should be able to access all your favorite porn sites without hassle. Fortunately, there is a simple workaround for these online restrictions.

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Where to buy the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Build and Battle Box: Best Walmart Deal Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Build and Battle Box $48.98 at Walmart Pre-Order Here Best Amazon Deal Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Build and Battle Box $58.95 at Amazon Pre-Order Here

Build and Battle Boxes in the Pokémon TCG usually sit in the middle ground between casual pickups and pricier sealed products, but Walmart’s latest preorder price on Perfect Order makes the investment a lot easier.

As of March 11, Walmart has the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Build and Battle Box listed for $49.98, ahead of the expansion’s release date on March 27. Amazon has the same box up for $58.95 — meaning Walmart is currently cheaper by almost $9. It's not a huge difference, and some shoppers might prefer the convenience of Amazon.

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The Build and Battle Box format is one of the more approachable ways to jump into a new Pokémon TCG set before going all in on an Elite Trainer Box or Booster Box. That’s because each comes with a 40-card ready-to-play deck, four Mega Evolution Perfect Order booster packs, and a code card for Pokémon TCG Live. It also includes one of four unique foil promo cards, which adds a little extra appeal for collectors who like pre-release products with some built-in variety.

These promo trading cards can either be Serperior, Barbaracle, Tyrantrum, or Doublade, all designed to help players get quick games going in the pre-release format.

The best retailer for Pokémon TCG: Perfect Order booster pack preorders is Amazon at $10.79 each, meaning four (the same number you’d get in the Build and Battle Box) would cost you $43.16. When compared to Walmart’s $49.98 for the whole Perfect Order Build and Battle Box, that extra cost will get you a whole 40-card deck that’s ready to play, along with the added promo card. If you want to start playing a Perfect Order deck right away for the best price, securing a preorder like this is the best way while stocks last. 

You can still preorder the Pokémon TCG: Perfect Order Elite Trainer Box for just over $105 at TCGplayer. Meanwhile, the six-pack Perfect Order Booster Bundle is available for under $60 at Amazon.

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

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

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

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: How to play Pips, the newest NYT game

Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Wednesday, March 11, 2026:

AcrossStudy of the human mind, informally

• The answer is Psych.

Common fixture in a gym bathroom

• The answer is Scale.

Kinda boring

• The answer is HoHum.

Like a commenter without a username, for short

• The answer is Anon.

"All good between us?"

• The answer is We OK.

DownOld-fashioned "Yeah, right!"

• The answer is Pshaw.

Coffeehouse pastry

• The answer is Scone.

Google alternative

• The answer is Yahoo.

Sound of a dull thump

• The answer is Clunk.

Line on the bottom of a pant leg

• The answer is Hem.

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

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.

TL;DR: Amazon has the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolutions Perfect Order 3-Pack Blister (Chikorita) down to $29.45, which puts it $11.05 below the current market price. 

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The Pokémon TCG’s Perfect Order expansion isn’t even out for a couple of weeks, but sellers are already competing to sell you booster packs. 

As of March 11, the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolutions Perfect Order 3-Pack Blister (Chikorita) is available for $29.45 at Amazon. That undercuts the current $40.50 market price by $11.05, which is a sizable gap compared to TCGplayer.

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As the name implies, the 3-Pack Blister contains three packs of 10 trading cards from the expansion, along with a Chikorita promo card. 

Perfect Order centers around Mega Zygarde ex and features other Pokémon that made their debut in the Pokémon Legends: Z-A video game, including Mega Zygarde, Mega Clefable ex, and Mega Starmie ex. The expansion altogether includes over 120 cards, more new Mega Evolution Pokémon ex, more than 25 Trainer cards, and more than 30 Pokémon and Trainer cards with special illustrations. 

Sleeved boosters for Perfect Order currently cost $10.79 each on Amazon. So when compared to the cost of this 3-Pack Blister, you’re actually saving $2.92 compared to buying three individually — with the Chikorita card as an added bonus for free.

On Amazon, you can also preorder the Perfect Order booster bundle (six packs) for $59.95. Plus, the Perfect Order Elite Trainer Box is still available to preorder at TCGplayer for $105.18.

SAVE OVER $20: As of March 11, you can get a free Soundcore Select 4 speaker when you pick up the Soundcore Sleep A30 earbuds at Amazon.

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We can't resist a freebie, so we feel the need to shout about the latest Soundcore promotion. You need to head to Amazon and check out the limited-time bundle on Soundcore Sleep A30 earbuds.

As of March 11, anyone who buys Soundcore Sleep A30 earbuds (currently priced at $199.99) can get a Soundcore Select 4 speaker for free. To claim yours, simply add the earbuds to your basket and click the “how to claim” button on the product page. Then switch the toggle from “qualifying items” to “benefit items,” and the free speaker will appear. Add the speaker to your basket, and when you checkout, its price will drop to $0.

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The earbuds do exactly what they say on the tin: they help you sleep better. If you're a light sleeper and noises wake you up often, you'll love these. They use advanced active noise cancellation to block out disturbing noises, and offer AI-powered binaural beats as well as different white noise options to help you sleep deeper. And if you're a side sleeper, these will still feel comfortable thanks to their soft design.

The Select 4 speaker is also pretty great. Currently priced at $24.99, it's a portable Bluetooth speaker with an IP67 waterproof rating, so it's ideal for pool or beach days. The battery life lasts up to 20 hours, and you can even pair it with another Soundcore speaker to create a bigger sound.

Head to Amazon to score this great audio deal now.

SAVE $550: As of March 11, the EcoFlow Delta 2 Max is on sale for $848.99 at Amazon. That's a 39% discount on the list price.

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There's a great new portable power station deal at Amazon right now, so if you've been looking for a powerful, reliable backup solution, go check out the EcoFlow Delta 2 Max. As of March 11, this unit is down to its lowest-ever price at Amazon, now $848.99 down from $1,399. That's a saving of $550 on list price.

This unit features a long-lasting LFP battery that's rated for around 3,000 cycles. And even after that long, it only drops to around 80% capacity. You'll also get up to 2,400W of output (or 3,400W using X-Boost mode), so you can use it to run pretty much every household appliance through its 15 available outlets.

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Charging is impressively fast, reaching 80% in about 43 minutes when combining solar and AC input, or around 1.1 hours using AC alone. And it's quiet. It only runs at around 30dB, so if you need to use it overnight it won't keep you awake. And it's easy to use thanks to the EcoFlow app. On the app you can monitor energy use, set automations, and more.

This is a limited-time deal at Amazon, so don't miss out.