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Sometimes you see a new video game and all you can do is wonder why it didn't get made sooner. That's how I feel about Pokémon Pokopia, coming to Nintendo Switch 2 in March courtesy of The Pokémon Company, Game Freak, and Koei Tecmo.

I got to play roughly an hour of the upcoming Pokémon-themed cozy-core game at a preview event recently, and I've never been more sure after one of these events that, like, half a dozen people I know are going to play dozens or hundreds of hours of a game. Put simply, this is Pokémon meets Minecraft, with a delightfully goofy premise and the potential for lots of town-building fun to be had either by yourself or with a group of friends via online play.

Based on that description, you probably already know if you're in or not.

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Before digging into how Pokopia actually works, I'd be remiss not to mention the bizarre setup for this Switch 2 title. You play as a random Ditto, a member of the original 151 with the ability to shapeshift into any other Pokémon. This Ditto, however, decides to cosplay as a lightly customizable human on an island where humans have long since vacated the premises, leaving behind some ruins strewn about an environment that is otherwise only inhabited by wild Pokémon. Oh, and the Pokémon in Pokopia can talk. That part is important.

As a sort-of-human with a Ditto face, your job is to rebuild the region to attract new Pokémon and maybe even humans again. Minecraft is the most obvious source of inspiration here, as the world is made up of blocks that can be destroyed or rearranged to the player's liking. However, there are also elements of other cozy lifestyle simulation games like Stardew Valley at play here. One of your main duties is to build suitable habitats for various Pokémon, who each have their own preferences. Bulbasaur is attracted to grass, Hitmonchan might emerge if you put down a punching bag next to a bench, and so on.

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Attracting a Pokémon isn't just for aesthetic purposes in Pokopia, as Ditto can copy their abilities to get better at town-building. Bulbasaur gives you the ability to plant grass, and Squirtle gives you the ability to water said grass, for example. Eventually, you'll be able to use moves like Rock Smash to clear out debris and shape the world to your heart's content. I even saw abilities that let you transform into Lapras to cross bodies of water, or Dragonite to fly from place to place. Of course, every transformation still has that goofy-ass Ditto face on it, giving Pokopia a distinct visual personality.

Going back to the Pokémon being able to talk for a moment, that matters because each one has its own likes and dislikes, and you can give them gifts to raise your relationship level with them. Have you ever wanted to really be friends with a Squirtle? Of course you have, who hasn't? Pokémon Pokopia will let you finally do that.

Given that this is not really my kind of game (though I did love Stardew), it's hard for me to judge just how good it is based on such a short preview session. I will say that the tutorials are pretty effective and there's enough early-game direction in the form of construction quests with meaningful rewards to give players a solid footing as they start out. Given the family-friendly nature of Pokémon and Nintendo games in general, I was also pleasantly surprised by how quickly Pokopia stops entirely holding your hand. It seems like you have a decent amount of latitude to do what you please within a reasonable timeframe, which is important for a game like this.

Multiplayer might be where Pokopia really gets fun This is what gaming is all about. Credit: Nintendo

Our hands-on session started with what seemed like the beginning of a new game, but quickly transitioned to an online multiplayer segment. This seems like it might be where the real juice is for Pokopia, as several friends can join together to craft the Pokémon paradise of their dreams.

For the most part, online play feels like solo play, just with other people running around. You can tackle construction projects on your own, but there are also communal projects that everyone can contribute to at their leisure. The demo island Nintendo set up for us was fairly impressive, with a fully featured town complete with houses for all the Pokémon, a beachside bar, and other fun landmarks.

The player's ability to express themselves via construction is going to be important here, and from what I can tell, Pokopia will accommodate that to some extent. Most importantly, it really seems like the developers have built an equal parts fun and weird Pokémon delivery system. Even if it's not entirely for me, I can easily see the appeal of building a town or series of towns for all your favorite Pokémon to live in, free of the burden of having to fight each other on behalf of human trainers.

Pokémon Pokopia launches on March 5 on Nintendo Switch 2.

SAVE $50: As of Feb. 11, the Apple 2024 Mac mini ison sale for $549 at Amazon. This is $50 off its list price of $599.

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The MacBook lineup is always worth considering if you're seeking portable power, but if you're someone who prefers a more permanent setup, it's worth checking out the Mac mini. This desktop computer features a compact build that fits neatly next to a monitor. What's even better is it's currently on sale at Amazon, making now a great time to buy.

As of Feb. 11, the 2024 Mac mini has dropped to $549 at Amazon, an 8% discount from its retail price of $599. Overall, this saves you $50.

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The Mac mini packs the M4 chip into its five-by-five inch build, which provides you with speedy performance no matter if you're using it for work or just casually browsing around the internet. This version also comes with a 10‑core CPU and GPU, 16GB of Unified Memory, and a 256GB SSD. On top of that, you'll find Thunderbolt, HDMI, and Gigabit Ethernet ports on the back, and USB-C ports and a headphone jack on the front.

If you're still torn between this and a MacBook, writer Matt Binder argued that price is another point to take into consideration. In his breakdown of why you should get the Mac mini over the M4 MacBook Pro, he says the "base model M4 Mac mini has the exact same specs, but comes with a slightly smaller 256GB SSD drive." As for the price difference, you're getting around "one thousand dollars in savings."

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There has been a lot of hype around Moltbook, the Reddit-like social media platform for AI bots where humans aren’t allowed to post. But how, exactly, does it work? Should we worry about agentic AI taking over the world, or should we worry about our data?

In this video, Mashable producer Teodosia Dobriyanova spoke to AI ethicist Catharina Doria who talked us through the latest AI hype, the importance of AI governance and data protection, and why she believes the internet is going to move on from AI-generated content into something way more human.

If you're unsure about the latter, just look at 2026 social media trends. Instead of AI content, there is a return to analogue, to offline activities, and mundane realism in most aspects of life  — offline dating, tactile experiences, or the resurgence of early 2000s tech.

TL;DR: Live stream CF Monterrey vs. Club Xelaju in the 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup for free on YouTube. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

The Concacaf Champions Cup regularly throws up shock results, but you'd expect the big clubs from Mexico and the U.S. to progress through the first round. That's not going to be totally straightforward for CF Monterrey. They drew 1-1 Club Xelaju in the first leg of their first-round matchup, so they'll need to produce a strong performance at home to progress.

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CF Monterrey vs. Club Xelaju in the 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup kicks off at 10 p.m. ET on Feb. 11. This fixture takes place at the Estadio BBVA.

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Winning your first individual Olympic medal is a moment worth celebrating. It's a colossal achievement beyond most people's wildest dreams. It is not, however, an opportunity to confess to cheating on someone and attempt to win them back in front of the entire world.

On Tuesday, Sturla Holm Lægreid won his first individual Olympic medal in the 20-kilometre individual biathlon in the Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina.

Shortly after winning, Lægreid gave an interview to Norwegian broadcaster NRK, divulging that he had been unfaithful to his now ex-girlfriend and that he had told her one week ago. The confession exploded on social media and even the most cursory glances at the comments reveal that the internet is almost unanimously not on his side.

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"Six months ago I met the love of my life — the most beautiful and kindest person in the world. Three months ago I made my biggest mistake and cheated on her," Lægreid said, breaking down mid-confession.

"I had the gold medal in life, and I am sure there are many people who will see things differently, but I only have eyes for her," he continued. "Sport has come second these last few days. Yes, I wish I could share this with her."

Why share this very private information with the world, you may well be wondering? Lægreid later elaborated on his reasons for doing so in an interview with Norwegian newspaper VG.

"My only way to solve it is to tell everything and put everything on the table, and hope that she can still love me," he said.

"I've done that for her, and now for the whole world. I have nothing to lose," he added. "I want to be a good role model, but I have to admit when I make mistakes."

Lægreid didn't stop talking, though. In yet another interview, he said he had not received a response from his ex-girlfriend. "I haven't got any reactions from the girl that I mentioned," he said during an Olympic press conference. "I'm happy because maybe she hasn't seen it, maybe she will see it at the right time. I hope I don't make anything worse for her."

"I hope there's a happy ending in the end," he said.

Firstly, she has almost certainly seen it. Secondly, there's a high risk that going public in this way will make the situation worse for her. Thirdly, expressing the hope of a "happy ending" now puts additional pressure on his ex. And commenters are commenting.

"This is emotional manipulation packaged as a grand gesture," reads one comment on the BBC Sport Instagram Reel of Lægreid's follow-up interview. "The happy end is: she won't forgive him!" declares one comment on the same post, which received over 15K likes. "If guilttripping were olympic, he'd win gold," writes another commenter.

TikTokkers have started posting. Podcasters too.

"It's hard to forgive. Even after a declaration of love in front of the whole world. I did not choose to be put in this position, and it hurts to have to be in it."

The problem with televised declarations of remorse is that they expose the wronged party to the court of public opinion, a court that has already delivered its verdict. And yeah, it's not looking good for Lægreid.

By opening this story up to the press and social media, Laegreid has invited further attention to the already painful situation. VG, for one press outlet, said it "has been in contact with Holm Lægreid's former girlfriend. She wishes to remain anonymous in this matter, a request VG has accepted as she has not sought publicity regarding a private matter." VG later reported that Lægreid's former girlfriend had provided a written statement: "It's hard to forgive. Even after a declaration of love in front of the whole world. I did not choose to be put in this position, and it hurts to have to be in it," she wrote. "We have had contact and he is aware of my opinions on this." When asked by VG, Lægreid declined to comment on her response.

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Perhaps Lægreid thought this would come off as a romantic gesture to grovel for forgiveness at the expense of his own reputation. For all we know, he may have exhausted all other private options for communicating his remorse. I've heard tales of guys who've been blocked by all means of communication, so they resort to trying to contact their exes on Vinted or via transferring small sums of money (we're talking pennies) over bank transfer along with the word "sorry" as the payment reference. These acts of desperation are almost always unwanted. And in many cases, they are intrusive and manipulative.

This private pain has now been turned into public internet fodder. But, what about the woman who might be sitting at home nursing a broken heart, who now has to deal with the additional pressure to react, respond, or even acknowledge his apology?

If this woman were to take him back, she would also face the judgement of large swaths of the internet which is currently imploring her to not give him another chance. Conversely, she may also be judged if she chooses not to respond further. You're damned if you do and damned if you don't. Whether he wanted to or not, Lægreid may have added to this woman's pain and has placed her in a difficult, public position.

It's only been a week since she learned of his betrayal and this woman could still be processing hurt feelings. Even if she were to take him back — heavy emphasis on the 'if' here — it would probably take a hell of a lot longer than one week for her to reach a point of even considering that.

Let the record state: it is perfectly acceptable — and dare-I-say advisable — to ignore this gesture. We all make mistakes in life and some of those inflict real emotional pain on people. But these are sensitive conversations which should happen in private, behind closed doors. You can't force someone to forgive you. Send her an email instead. And if she doesn't respond, you need to respect that silence.

Lægreid later released a statement expressing regret for his confession:

"I deeply regret that I brought up this personal story on what was a festive day for Norwegian biathlon. I am not quite myself today, and I am not thinking clearly," he wrote in a statement published by VG.

"My apologies go to Johan-Olav, who deserved all the attention after the gold. It also goes to my ex-girlfriend, who involuntarily ended up in the media spotlight, I hope she is doing well. I can't change this, but I will now put this behind me and focus on the Olympics. I will not answer any further questions about this."

I hope that this woman has turned off her phone and gone to a spa with some supportive friends. It's time to log off.

The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult to solve if you're head over heels.

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.

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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.

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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 Pips hints, answers for February 11, 2026 Here's a hint for today's Connections categories

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

• Yellow: Infatuated

• Green: Money in

• Blue: Densely packed

• Purple: Has wheels

Here are today's Connections categories

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

• Yellow: Act lovestruck

• Green: Earnings

• Blue: Compact mass

• Purple: Roller ___

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 #976 is...

What is the answer to Connections today

• Act lovestruck: MOON, PINE, SWOON, YEARN

• Earnings: GAIN, NET, RETURN, YIELD

• Compact mass: BLOCK, BRICK, CAKE, PUCK

• Roller ___: BAG, COASTER, DERBY, RINK

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 February 11, 2026

Are you also playing NYT Strands? Get all the Strands hints you need for today's puzzle.

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

Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you're a snacker.

Strands, the New York Times' elevated word-search game, 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 February 11, 2026 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for February 11, 2026 NYT Strands hint for today’s theme: Crack and snack

The words are related to snacks.

Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explained

These words describe small, crunchy snacks.

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 Go Nuts.

NYT Strands word list for February 11

• Pecan

• Filbert

• Macadamia

• Go Nuts

• Cashew

• Pistachio

• Almond

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!

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

Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you're an animal activist.

If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today'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 hints today: Clues, answers for February 11, 2026 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 Pips hints, answers for February 11, 2026 Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:

No animal products.

Does today's Wordle answer have a double letter?

There are no recurring letters.

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

Today's Wordle starts with the letter V.

SEE ALSO: Wordle-obsessed? These are the best word games to play IRL. 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...

VEGAN

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.

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

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SAVE $300: As of Feb. 11, the De'Longhi La Specialista Maestro espresso machine has returned to its lowest-ever price of $999.95 at Amazon. This saves you $300 off its list price of $1,299.95.

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If you're someone who prefers a nice americano, cappuccino, or latte macchiato to start the day, it's worth investing in an espresso machine. It sure beats repeated trips to your local coffee shop, since the cost of all those drinks can really add up. If you've been searching for a coffee maker to add to your kitchen, the De'Longhi La Specialista Maestro deserves attention, especially since it's back to its lowest-ever price at Amazon.

This premium espresso machine usually retails for $1,299.95, but it's on sale for $999.95 as of Feb. 11. This saves you $300 overall. Considering this marks a return to the lowest price point so far, there's no better time to pick it up.

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The De'Longhi La Specialista Maestro is packed with features that can make your kitchen's coffee corner feel like you've walked into a little at-home cafe. It comes with a 15-setting burr grinder, Smart Tamping for use in extraction, and Active Temperature Control which aims to get the best flavor out of the beans.

It even features eight beverage presets. Alongside the drinks mentioned earlier, which feature their own presets, it also has settings for espresso, coffee, flat white, iced espresso, and cold brew. So no matter what you're craving, it can help perk you up for the day.

This deal has a "limited time" tag, so if the De'Longhi La Specialista Maestro has caught your eye you'll want to act fast to secure this low price.

​With billions of users worldwide, Twitch is one of the world's most popular live streaming platforms, particularly beloved by gamers and creators. Launched in 2011, Twitch has evolved into a massive community where individuals share everything from gaming to general live broadcasts.

And the site's popularity is only highlighted through the follower counts, with the platform's most-followed channels boasting tens of millions, but who holds the top spot? Here are the 10 most-followed Twitch channels, according to Social Blade.

1. KaiCenat – 20.17 million followers

Kai Cenat is an American streamer known for comedic content and his month-long November 2024 "Mafiathon " subathon.

2. ibai – 19.76 million followers

Ibai Llanos is a prominent Spanish streamer and content creator. In June 2022, he set a Twitch record with a peak of over 3.3 million concurrent viewers during his "La Velada del Año II" boxing event. ​

3. Ninja – 19.26 million followers

Tyler "Ninja" Blevins is a well-known American gamer and streamer. He initially gained recognition through his exceptional skills in games like Halo 3 and later achieved immense popularity with Fortnite: Battle Royale.

4. auronplay – 16.98 million followers

Raúl Álvarez Genes, also known online as auronplay, is another Spanish streamer and YouTuber. His content focuses mostly on gaming streams and interactive content, amassing almost 17 million followers on the platform.

5. Rubius – 16.16 million followers

Rubius is a Spanish-Norwegian creator who joined Twitch in 2019 after immense success from his YouTube channel, elrubiusOMG. He has since amassed over 15 million followers for his gaming and interactive content.

6. xQc – 12.28 million followers

Félix Lengyel, better known as xQc, is a Canadian content creator and former professional esports player. His content includes a variety of games and "Just Chatting" sessions.

7. EasyLiker – 12.26 million followers

EasyLiker is a Russian-speaking Twitch streamer who gained attention for his casual Just Chatting streams.

8. TheGrefg – 12.25 million followers

Another Spanish content creator, TheGrefg is a popular content creator who primarily revolves around games like Fortnite and Minecraft, as well as interactive "Just Chatting" sessions. In January 2021, he set a Twitch record by attracting over 2 million viewers during the reveal of his personalized Fortnite skin.

9. juansguarnizo – 11.61 million followers

Juan Sebastián Guarnizo, known as juansguarnizo, is a prominent Colombian content creator and streamer. Juan's content includes a variety of types, including "Just Chatting" sessions and gameplay streams.

10. Tfue – 11.47 million followers

Turner Ellis Tenney, known online asTfue, is an American streamer and former professional esports player. Tfue gained popularity in the gaming community through his skills in titles like Destiny, Call of Duty, and, notably, Fortnite

TL;DR: Live stream Club America vs. Olimpia in the 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup for free on YouTube. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

The Concacaf Champions Cup is back with another round of huge games between the best domestic sides in North America, Central America, and the Caribbean. Teams have to navigate through a five-round knockout tournament to lift the trophy, and it all starts here in the first round.

Club America beat Olimpia 2-1 in the first leg of this first-round matchup. They'll be expected to finish the job at home, but anything can happen in tournament soccer. It's going to be an interesting battle between two talented sides.

If you want to watch Club America vs. Olimpia in the 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is Club America vs. Olimpia?

Club America vs. Olimpia in the 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup kicks off at 8 p.m. ET on Feb. 11. This fixture takes place at the Estadio Azteca.

How to watch Club America vs. Olimpia for free

Club America vs. Olimpia in the 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup is available to live stream for free on YouTube.

This free live stream is available in most locations around the world, but not in North or Central America. Fortunately, fans in these excluded territories can still access this free live stream with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in the UK (or somewhere else with access), meaning you can unblock free live streams of the Concacaf Champions Cup from anywhere in the world.

Live stream Club America vs. Olimpia by following these simple steps:

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

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

3. Open up the app and connect to a server in the UK (or somewhere else with access)

4. Visit YouTube

5. Live stream Club America vs. Olimpia for free

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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 Club America vs. Olimpia in the Concacaf Champions Cup without actually spending anything. This clearly isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to live stream the Concacaf Champions Cup before recovering your investment.

If you want to retain permanent access to 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 YouTube?

ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport on YouTube, 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 eight 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).

Live stream Club America vs. Olimpia in the Concacaf Champions Cup for free with ExpressVPN.

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

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

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

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

AcrossFlying ___ (kind of bat, despite its name)

• The answer is Fox.

Furniture retailer known for its sprawling stores

• The answer is IKEA.

Drug cops, informally

• The answer is Narcs.

Geological time period spanning several ages

• The answer is Epoch.

Like F, in the alphabet

• The answer is Sixth.

DownPenalties for parking violations

• The answer is Fines.

African mammal whose striped legs resemble a zebra's

• The answer is Okapi.

Make a copy of

• The answer is Xerox.

Bank customer's holding: Abbr.

• The answer is Acct.

"Quiet, you!"

• The answer is Shh.

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

Margot Robbie will agree with you that there's a best way to put toilet roll on a holder, and she'll agree that men who idolise The Wolf of Wall Street's Jordan Belfort might not be taking the correct message from the film — but don't you dare try to come for her kangaroos.

In the BBC Radio One clip above, the Wuthering Heights star sits down opposite host Greg James to play "Unpopular Opinion", fielding call from listeners on a wide variety of topics.

The most controversial one? A caller who dares to suggest kangaroos are a pointless animal — an opinion which Robbie rightly corrects.

TL;DR: Live stream the 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup for free for free on YouTube. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

The leading club competition in the world of football is probably the Champions League, but there is life outside this bubble. You only have to take a quick glance at what's going on in the Concacaf Champions Cup to realise that this competition is absolutely electric.

If you're looking for unpredictable and competitive football in some of the most passionate stadiums in the world, you should check out this tournament. And you can do exactly that without spending anything. If you want to watch the Concacaf Champions Cup for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

What is the Concacaf Champions Cup?

The Concacaf Champions Cup is an annual international club competition organized by CONCACAF. This prestigious tournament features clubs from North America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

The 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup is a five-round knockout tournament with 27 teams that qualified based on their national and zonal league and cup competitions. The first four rounds are played as two-legged fixtures, followed by the final.

The defending champions are Cruz Azul. The winner qualifies for the 2029 FIFA Club World Cup and the 2026 FIFA Intercontinental Cup.

When is the 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup?

The 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup is the 61st edition of the competition. This year's tournament takes place from Feb. 3 to May 30.

How to watch the Concacaf Champions Cup for free

The 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup is available to live stream for free on YouTube.

These free live streams are available in most locations around the world, but not in North or Central America. Fortunately, fans in these excluded territories can still access this free live stream with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in the UK (or somewhere else with access), meaning you can unblock free live streams of the Concacaf Champions Cup from anywhere in the world.

Live stream the 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup from anywhere in the world by following these simple steps:

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

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

3. Open up the app and connect to a server in the UK (or somewhere else with access)

4. Visit YouTube

5. Live stream the 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup for free

Opens in a new window Credit: ExpressVPN ExpressVPN (1-Month Plan) $12.99 only at ExpressVPN (with money-back guarantee) Get Deal

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 the 2025 Concacaf Champions Cup without actually spending anything. This clearly isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream select Concacaf Champions Cup fixtures before recovering your investment.

What is the best VPN for YouTube?

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

• Servers in 105 countries

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

• Strict no-logging policy so your data is always secure

• 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).

Live stream the 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup for free with ExpressVPN.

There have already been numerous, disturbing mentions of Trump's name in the Epstein files, and the unredacted versions are reportedly even worse.

Certain members of Congress have now been given permission to review the Justice Department's now-unredacted files concerning the convicted child sex offender. One lawmaker is Rep. Jamie Raskin, who made a fairly grim claim about the number of times the president's name allegedly pops up.

"According to one of the Congressmen who just reviewed the unredacted files, Jamie Raskin, says he did a search, he said Donald Trump's name appears more than a million times," says Jimmy Kimmel in the clip above. "Which is a lot. There's only three million pages in the whole...that's more than Harry Potter gets mentioned in seven Harry Potter books."

Elsewhere, Jordan Klepper had something similar to say about it on The Daily Show.

SAVE $29.01: As of Feb. 11, the Apple AirTag four-pack is on sale for $69.98 at Amazon. That's a 29% discount on the list price.

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Apple recently released a new generation of AirTags, bringing even more protection and tracking to your most prized possessions. These currently retail at $99 for a four-pack at Amazon, but we all know that the release of a new model means older models drop in price. And as of Feb. 11, you can find the 1st generation four-pack bundle on sale for just $69.98.

AirTags work when you attach them to your items (passport, keys, etc.) and track via the Find My app. They use Precision Finding with Ultra Wideband technology to guide you directly to the tag, while the Find My network of hundreds of millions of Apple devices helps locate items further away. You can even share the tracking with airlines to help locate lost luggage.

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For items that are nearby but out of sight, the AirTag has a built-in speaker. You can activate it in the app, and you'll hear a noise play from the tag to help you locate it. They're not single use either; the coin cell battery lasts over a year and is replaceable. They're also IP67 water and dust resistant, so tracking shouldn't stop with a little dirt.

This deal is available at Amazon now.

Legendary documentarian Louis Theroux — also of viral "Jiggle Jiggle" fame — is back with a new feature-length project, this time delving into manosphere culture.

In the documentary teaser above, we see clips of controversial social media personalities like Sneako, Ed Matthews,and Harrison Sullivan speaking about their interactions with Theroux, before the man himself is seen smiling at the camera and asking, "Do I sound like that?"

Theroux has built a reputation for tackling dark and complex subject matters, and this isn't the first time he's delved into troubling online cultures. A few years ago, he spoke to far-right political commentators, including Nick Fuentes, for a documentary titled Forbidden America: Extreme and Online.

Louis Theroux: Inside the Manosphere is streaming on Netflix March 11.

TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG: Ascended Heroes Tech Sticker Collections have dropped even further at Amazon, now starting around $40.99 for Gastly and $45.54 for Charmander — well below typical retail pricing.

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For Pokémon TCG collectors trying to keep up with the very popular Ascended Heroes rollout, Amazon has already started cutting prices on the Tech Sticker Collections. As of Feb. 11, the Gastly set is listed at $40.99, while the Charmander version sits at $45.54 — a noticeable drop closer to market price compared to earlier listings hovering closer to the $47–$48 range. 

Each collection includes a foil promo card (either Gastly or Charmander) plus a sheet of themed tech stickers and three booster packs from the Mega Evolution set’s Ascended Heroes expansion. These smaller bundles aren’t meant to replace Elite Trainer Boxes, but they’ve become one of the fastest ways to get packs from the new set while the larger collections sit at even larger prices. 

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With fluctuating supply vs. demand for the expansion, like most others in the trading card game, Ascended Heroes booster packs are some of the most inflated in price right now — with individual boosters costing around $20 at retailers like Walmart. 

With these Ascended Heroes Tech Sticker Collections at new low prices, you’re saving at least $14.46 on three Ascended Heroes boosters compared to buying them individually ($60 total at Walmart). Then, you can consider the Charmander/Gastly promo cards and tech stickers as a deal buyer’s bonus. 

For booster multi-packs from other expansions, you can also get the Pokémon TCG: Phantasmal Flames 3-Pack Blister (Weavile edition) at $10 off. In fact, you can also get at least $10 off the Phantasmal Flames Booster Bundle — also on sale at Amazon.

U.S. lawmakers have reviewed unredacted versions of the Justice Department's files on convicted child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, and while Donald Trump's name has already appeared in the Epstein files, the actual mention count is reportedly...a lot more. Rep. Jamie Raskin told Axios he searched the president's name in the newly unredacted files, and said it came up "more than a million times."

The Daily Show host Jordan Klepper host reacted to Raskin's claim during Tuesday night's show.

"Holy shit, a million times!? There's not even that many references to Hamlet in the play Hamlet," Klepper said.

"Now, maybe Raskin is just being hyperbolic, but if this is true, wouldn't it just be easier to call this the Trump files featuring Jeffrey Epstein?" he continued. "Just think about the effort it took Trump's Justice Department to redact his name that many times. It's like trying to remove the pee from the water park. At this point, you just need to accept that it's in there and try not to think about it."

SAVE $60: As of Feb. 11, the Anker Prime Docking Station is marked down to $239.99 at Amazon. This is $60 off its list price of $299.99.

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If you're someone working at a busy desk, it can be helpful to include a docking station in your setup. These mini hubs can be used to expand the capabilities of your laptop, providing numerous extra ports to make connecting various monitors, peripherals, and cables simple and easy. If you've had one in mind, Amazon has dropped the price of the Anker Prime Docking Station.

As of Feb. 11, the Anker Prime Docking Station is on sale at Amazon for $239.99, a $60 discount from its full price of $299.99. Keep in mind that Amazon has it listed as a limited-time deal, so don't wait too long if you want to grab it at this low price.

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This Anker docking station is packed with ports to help you out. It includes 14 in total: one 140W 10Gbps USB-C upstream port, two 100W 10Gbps USB-C ports, one 100W 5Gbps USB-C port, two HDMI ports, one DisplayPort, two 5Gbps USB-A ports, one 480Mbps USB-A port, one 2.5Gbps Ethernet port, alongside a combination headphone/microphone jack and SD and TF card slots.

If you have a multi-monitor setup, this device can also power up to three displays at the same time, and one of those can even be supported up to 8K resolution. It's quite a powerful little device to have assisting you on your desk. Internally, it also comes with a built-in fan and ActiveShield 3.0 that help keep it cool and running smoothly.

Looking for a mini hub to have at your desk to bring all your devices together? This deal on the Anker Prime Docking Station is one you don't want to miss.