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SAVE $50: As of Sept. 1, Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones are on sale for $379 at Amazon. That's 12% off their list price of $429.

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Amazon's Labor Day sale is going strong with some stunning deals, including on top headphones. If you've been looking for a new pair to keep you occupied this fall, we've found some excellent discounts. Even our favorite noise-canceling headphones, the Bose QuietComfort Ultra, have received a limited-time price drop.

Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones are usually listed for $429, but right now you can score them with a $50 discount. This deal may not last long beyond Labor Day, so now's your chance to scoop them up and save.

SEE ALSO: I spent a week with Bose QuietComfort Ultra earbuds 2.0: They're excellent, but familiar

We're big fans of the Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones — they top our list of the overall best headphones as the top pick for noise-cancellation and we ranked them as the best headphones for most people in our roundup of the best noise-cancelling headphones. They feature spatial audio for a more immersive listening experience, up to 24 hours of battery life, and three noise-canceling modes: Quiet Mode, Aware Mode, and Immersion Mode.

With these modes, you can choose whether you want to tune out sounds around you completely, let some noise in, or have a combination of the two. Again, this deal might not stick around for long, so act fast to save on the Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones at Amazon.

Right now, you can also save on the Bose QuietComfort headphones and Bose Ultra open earbuds in the Amazon Labor Day sale.

Hollow Knight: Silksong developers Team Cherry threw gamers into a frenzy last month, announcing that the highly anticipated indie game will finally be released on Sept. 4. Hordes of fans have been waiting for Silksong since Team Cherry first announced the Hollow Knight sequel 2019, the action adventure platformer holding the title of most wishlisted game on Steam. Yet up until this August, there had been few updates or indications as to when it might arrive.

SEE ALSO: 'Hollow Knight: Silksong' devs might finally announce a release date. Here's how to watch.

As such, fans are incredibly excited about Silksong getting a release date, especially one that's so imminent. Such excitement has been further stoked by the news that Silksong will cost just $19.99 — a price fans overwhelmingly consider a steal.

I've never seen people screaming at a game company that their game is actually too cheap before.

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— Chris Kalos (@chriskalos.xyz) September 1, 2025 at 2:07 PM

silksong being 20 dollars feels almost cruel on team cherry's part lol

— Kris Wolfheart (@kriswolfhe.art) September 1, 2025 at 11:48 AM

In fact, the hype around Silksong has been so enormous that numerous other games have pushed back their own release dates in order to avoid the competition. With countless gamers itching to get their hands on Silksong this week, it'll be tough for other new games to gain attention.

Here are a few indie games that have explicitly cited Silksong as the reason why they're delaying their own launches, listed in order of their new release date. Please remember them when you're taking a break from fighting your way through Silksong's bug kingdom.

Little Witch in the Woods Credit: Sunny Side Up

The full version of Sunny Side Up's cute witchcraft simulator Little Witch in the Woods was originally scheduled to launch on Sept. 4. The team quickly postponed its release to Sept. 15 within days of Team Cherry's announcement.

"[S]hortly after our announcement [of our Sept. 4 release date], we learned that Hollow Knight: Silksong — a highly anticipated new title of a masterpiece in the gaming industry — is launching on the same day," wrote Sunny Side Up. "Silksong is a game we look up to with awe as developers, and eagerly anticipate as players. Given its immense influence, we fear that launching Little Witch in the Woods on the same day would not only dishearten our dedicated team but also disappoint our devoted audience."

Sunny Side Up accompanied the news with an illustration of Little Witch in the Woods' protagonist lying on the ground defeated, the shadow of Silksong's protagonist Hornet looming over her.

Baby Steps

Baby Steps is now releasing on September 23 on PS5 and PC! [Nate is allergic to hornets]

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— Devolver Digital (@devolverdigital.com) August 26, 2025 at 11:08 PM

While Getting Over It with Bennett Foddy was its own viral sensation, Foddy's next project Baby Steps is wisely opting out of going head to head with Silksong. Publisher Devolver Digital announced that the walking simulator has vacated its previous Sept. 8 launch date, and will now be released on Sept. 23. 

Developers Gabe Cuzzillo, Maxi Boch, and Foddy haven't said themselves that Silksong is the cause of the delay. However, Devolver Digital's trailer featuring a giant statue of Silksong's Hornet makes the point abundantly clear.

"[Baby Steps protagonist] Nate is allergic to hornets," wrote Devolver Digital.

CloverPit

🚨GAME DELAY 🚨 due to Silksong (can’t wait to play) launching just a day after CloverPit, we decided to delay our release our new release date is 26th Sept we poured our hearts into our little game, so we want to give it the best possible shot. thanks for understanding!!

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— Panik Arcade 🕹️ making CloverPit 🍒🎰 (@panikarcade.bsky.social) August 22, 2025 at 11:23 PM

Self-described "rogue-lite slot machine nightmare" and "never-ending debt simulator" CloverPit was initially scheduled for launch on Sept. 3, but will now wait a few weeks to release on Sept. 26.

"Some of you might already have guessed the reason for the delay: Hollow Knight: Silksong," wrote Panik Arcade. "Silksong is the most anticipated and wishlisted game on all of Steam and we think people will love this game and play it right at launch (including us) but that also means it will overshadow all games launching close to it. So if we stick to our original date we would risk the launch of CloverPit a fair bit."

Demonschool

Anyway:

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— Necrosoft Games (@necrosoftgames.com) August 26, 2025 at 4:40 AM

Necrosoft Games' Demonschool had had the start of school delayed, pushing its original Sept. 3 release date back over a month. The Shin Megami Tensei inspired turn-based tactical roleplaying game will now launch Nov. 19.

"[T]he Ysbryd team strongly believes we would not be doing our game any favors by wading into waters we can clearly see are blood red," announced Demonschool's publisher Ysbryd Games. "If the September period is going to be Silksong's moment, then we need to be elsewhere on the calendar to give Demonschool its own moment to be seen and talked about meaningfully."

"This was not our choice but we understand why the choice was made," wrote Necrosoft Games. "We aren't mad at Ysbryd but at the situation. Dropping the GTA of indie games with 2 weeks notice makes everyone freak out…. Still would've liked to fight Silksong."

TL;DR: Skoove Premium is your no-pressure way to learn piano with AI feedback and hit songs, now $109.97 for life.

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Some piano lessons feel like they’re trying to break your spirit before you even find middle C. Enter Skoove — the anti-recital piano app that actually makes learning fun, flexible, and doable for people with busy schedules.

With a lifetime Skoove Premium subscription for $109.97 (reg. $299.99), you’ll get access to 400+ piano lessons and a ton of songs from a wide range of genres — from Adele to The Beatles to Bach. It’s perfect for total beginners, semi-rusty returners, or anyone who wants to casually jam without an expensive instructor who only teaches you for an hour a week.

SEE ALSO: Microsoft Copilot is coming to Samsung TVs and monitors

The app listens to you play via your device mic or connected keyboard, and gives instant feedback using built-in AI tech. It even adapts lessons to your skill level.

Compatible with basically any device (Mac, Windows, iOS, Android) and any piano or keyboard, Skoove lets you learn wherever you are. Also included is one-on-one instructor support if you need human backup.

With this lifetime deal, you’re getting all updates, new lessons, and future song drops, forever with no extra fees.

For a limited time, grab Skoove Premium for life at a 50% discount for $109.97 and start your musical side quest today.

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TL;DR: ChatPlayground AI brings various models into a single workspace for a one-time payment of $89.99.

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Running the same prompt through multiple AI tools doesn’t need to involve five browser tabs, messy copy-pasting, or a guessing game on which model works best. ChatPlayground AI solves that by putting GPT-4o, Claude Sonnet 4, Gemini 1.5 Flash, DeepSeek V3, and dozens of other top models in one place. For a limited time, you can get a lifetime subscription for $89.99 with no recurring costs.

Just type your prompt once and instantly view results from different models side by side. It makes model comparison clear, fast, and easy — no extra logins or toggling required. You can also chat with images and PDFs, generate visuals using AI, and keep a running archive of your prompts.

SEE ALSO: The four-pack of Apple AirTags is just over $5 away from their lowest price ever

Power features like prompt refinement tools, priority customer support, and built-in image generation make this more than just a text playground. Chrome extension support lets you integrate it right into your browser workflow, and with unlimited monthly messages, there’s no cap on testing or iteration.

This lifetime Unlimited Plan is built for high-volume users — teams, builders, or anyone running experiments nonstop. You’ll get full access to future model upgrades and new features as they roll out (that won’t cost you extra).

Instead of hopping between apps or paying for multiple subscriptions, get one powerful hub that does it all.

Grab lifetime access to ChatPlayground AI for $89.99 and streamline your workflow.

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SAVE $320: As of Sept. 1, the Roborock Qrevo Edge robot vacuum is on sale for $679.99 at Amazon. That's a 32% saving on the list price.

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Robot vacuum deals are always hard to ignore. Who can resist the chance to never manually vacuum again? And on Labor Day, this deal on the Roborock Qrevo Edge is so good that you might finally make the jump.

As of Sept. 1, this vacuum is reduced by over $300, now priced at $679.99. Not only is this a great price, but it is the lowest it has ever been on Amazon according to price tracker camelcamelcamel.

SEE ALSO: The best Labor Day Apple deals: Best-ever prices on iPads, MacBooks, and AirPods

The Roborock Qrevo Edge boasts 17,000Pa suction power. The DuoDivide Main Brush and FlexiArm Arc Side Brushes are designed to prevent tangling, making them ideal for homes with carpets or for dealing with pet hair. And the 2.7 litre dust bag can go over 60 days without needing to be emptied.

The mop function uses hot water of up to 167℉, with mop washing and self-cleaning to handle tough stains. And there won't be any accidents, as the dual mops lift automatically when detecting carpets.

There's also no need to manually guide the vacuum around your house; this model has PreciSense LiDAR technology. This means the vacuum can work its own way around each room, avoiding obstacles and navigating even the most cluttered of spaces.

Convinced? Head to Amazon for this limited-time Labor Day deal.

SAVE $70: As of Sept. 1, the Amazon Fire TV 40-inch 2-Series is on sale for $179.99 at Amazon. That's a 28% saving on the list price.

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It’s September, which means cozy season is officially here. If your plans involve blankets, snacks, and endless movie nights, this Amazon Fire TV 2-Series deal makes it easy to stream all your favorites without breaking the bank.

For the Labor Day price, this TV is a great choice. Alexa is built right in, so you can not only control the TV with your voice but also manage smart home gadgets like robot vacuums and Bluetooth speakers. Plus, it makes finding shows across all your streaming apps quick and easy.

SEE ALSO: The Beats Studio Pro are almost half off at Amazon — save $170 on Labor Day

It also has strong visuals, so you can enjoy an HD 1080p resolution with support for HDR 10, HLG, and Dolby Digital Audio. Meaning all your shows, movies, and gaming experiences are of the highest quality, perfect for your annual Gilmore Girls rewatch.

For entertainment, the TV runs on Amazon's Fire OS, so you'll have access to popular streaming apps like Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and more. Not to mention, the interface is simple and really easy to use. It also has two standard HDMI inputs and one ARC input, so it's easy to connect gaming devices. And if you have more than one Fire TV, all of your movies and shows will stay in sync across devices.

Get this great deal from Amazon on Labor Day.

SAVE $170: As of Sept. 1, Beats Studio Pro headphones are on sale for $179.95 at Amazon. That's a saving of 49% on list price.

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If you’ve been waiting for the right time to upgrade your headphones, Labor Day might be it. As of Sept. 1, Amazon has dropped the price of the Beats Studio Pro headphones by more than $100. What's stopping you from upgrading this Labor Day?

Beats Studio Pro headphones are now priced at $179.95 on Amazon. This deal is specific to the navy headphones, but for just $20 more, you can choose from the whole range of options.

SEE ALSO: The best Labor Day Apple deals: Best-ever prices on iPads, MacBooks, and AirPods

There's a lot to like about these headphones, but as with all Beats products, the premium sound quality with noise cancellation and spatial audio support makes everything else just a bonus. Depending on the level of sound immersion you want, you can choose from Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency Mode. Transparency mode still gives you that great Beats sound, but also keeps you alert to any outside noises happening around you.

The built-in voice-targeting mics also do a solid job of cutting through background noise, so whether you’re taking work calls or sending a long voice note, everything comes through crisp and clear.

Battery life is another win; enjoy up to 40 hours on a single charge, and if you’re running out the door, a 10-minute Fast Fuel top-up gets you four extra hours of playback. Perfect for those of us who are constantly forgetting to plug in overnight.

Get this Labor Day deal from Amazon before the day is done.

Pips is the newest game in the New York Times catalogue. Released in August 2025, the new game puts a unique spin on dominoes, creating a fun single-player experience that could become your next daily gaming habit.

Currently, if you're stuck, the game only offers to reveal the entire puzzle, forcing you to move onto the next difficulty level and start over. However, we have you covered! Below are piecemeal answers that will serve as hints so that you can find your way through each difficulty level.

How to play Pips

If you've ever played dominoes, you'll have a passing familiarity for how Pips is played. Like dominoes, the tiles are placed vertically or horizontally and connect with each other. The main difference between a traditional game of dominoes and Pips is the color-coded conditions you have to address. The touching tiles don't necessarily have to match.

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The conditions you have to meet are specific to the color-coded spaces. For example, if it provides a single number, every side of a tile in that space must add up to the number provided. It is possible – and common – for only half a tile to be within a color-coded space.

Here are common examples you'll run into across the difficulty levels:

• Number: All the pips in this space must add up to the number.

• Equal: Every domino half in this space must be the same number of pips.

• Not Equal: Every domino half in this space must have a completely different number of pips.

• Less than: Every domino half in this space must add up to less than the number.

• Greater than: Every domino half in this space must add up to more than the number.

If an area does not have any color coding, it means there are no conditions on the portions of dominoes within those spaces.

SEE ALSO: NYT Strands hints, answers for September 1, 2025 Easy difficulty hints, answers for Sept. 1 Pips

Equal (5): Everything in this space must equal 5. The answer is 4-5, placed vertically; 5-5, placed horizontally.

Greater than (4): Everything in this space must be greater than 4. The answer is 0-6, placed horizontally.

Less than (4): Everything in this space must be less than 4. The answer is 1-4, placed horizontally.

Medium difficulty hints, answers for Sept. 1 Pips

Equal (4) : Everything in this purple space must equal 4. The answer is 4-4, placed vertically; 4-3, placed vertically; 4-2, placed horizontally.

Equal (3) : Everything in this light blue space must equal 3. The answer is 4-3, placed vertically; 1-2, placed horizontally.

Number (5): Everything in this space must add up to 5. The answer is 5-2, placed horizontally.

Equal (2) : Everything in this red space must equal 2. The answer is 4-2, placed horizontally; 5-2, placed horizontally; 2-1, placed vertically; 2-2, placed horizontally.

Hard difficulty hints, answers for Sept. 1 Pips

Number (0): Everything in this purple space must add up to 0. The answer is 0-1, placed vertically.

Number (0): Everything in this red space must add up to 0. The answer is 0-3, placed horizontally

Number (8): Everything in this light blue space must add up to 8. The answer is 0-3, placed horizontally; 5-2, placed vertically.

Number (8): Everything in this yellow space must add up to 8. The answer is 4-3, placed horizontally; 4-6, placed vertically.

Number (8): Everything in this dark blue space must add up to 8. The answer is 4-3, placed horizontally; 5-6, placed horizontally.

Number (8): Everything in this green space must add up to 8. The answer is 5-2, placed vertically;5-6, placed horizontally.

Number (8): Everything in this purple space must add up to 8. The answer is 4-6, placed vertically; 2-0, placed horizontally.

Number (0): Everything in this red space must add up to 0. The answer is 2-0, placed horizontally.

Number (0): Everything in this space must add up to 0. The answer is 4-0, placed vertically.

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The best Home Depot Labor Day deals at a glance: Best grill deal Weber Genesis E-315 $799 (save $100) Get Deal Best power tool deal DeWalt 20-Volt MAX Lithium-Ion Cordless 7-Tool Combo Kit $599 (save $350) Get Deal Best outdoor deal Milwaukee M18 Fuel Hatchet Pruning Saw Kit $249 (save $250) Get Deal

Labor Day Weekend has arrived, but some retailers got a jumpstart on the shopping holiday. Home Depot's Labor Day sale went live last week and is still going strong, offering up to 40% off select power tools, grills, outdoor equipment, appliances, and even Halloween decorations. Whether you want to clean up your yard for fall festivities or try your hands at a home improvement project, the goods you need are likely discounted.

The sale lasts until Sept. 4, but some of these deals are only offered for a limited time. In other words, if you see something you want, grab it ASAP. We've rounded up some of the best deals we've spotted during the Home Depot Labor Day sale below, highlighting grills and tools in particular.

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When it comes to grills, it's hard to beat a Weber. Their high quality builds can get pretty expensive, but for Labor Day, several models — including the Genesis collection, the brand's premium gas grills — have price drops up to $100. The Genesis E-315 is usually $899, but you can grab it for $799 during the sale. It features a 513 square-inch cooking space, PureBlu burners, and a 12-year warranty.

More grill deals

• Weber Spirit E-210 2-Burner Propane Gas Grill — $399 $449 (save $50)

• Weber Traveler Portable Propane Gas Grill — $399 $449 (save $50)

• Traeger Pro Series 22-Pellet Grill and Smoker — $449 $549 (save $100)

• Weber Spirit E-325 3-Burner Propane Gas Grill — $499 $549 (save $50)

• Traeger Pro Series 34-Pellet Grill and Smoker — $599 $729.99 (save $130.99)

• Weber Spirit SB-E-425 4-Burner Propane Gas Grill — $629 $699 (save $70)

• Traeger Woodridge Wi-Fi Pellet Grill and Smoker — $799 $899 (save $100)

• Weber Genesis E-315 3-Burner Liquid Propane Gas Grill — $799 $899 (save $100)

• Weber Genesis E-325 3-Burner Liquid Propane Gas Grill — $849 $949 (save $100)

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This seven-tool DeWalt kit is one of the best values we've found during the Home Depot Labor Day sale. It includes one 1/2-inch drill/driver, 1/4-inch impact driver, oscillating multi-tool, one-handed reciprocating saw, 6.5-inch circular saw, LED work light, one 20V Max 5Ah battery, one 20V Max 2Ah compact battery, a charger, and a contractor bag. The sheer amount of stuff in this kit adds up to nearly a $1,000 value, but you can save 37% ahead of Labor Day and grab it for just $599.

More power tool deals

• RYOBI ONE+ 18V Lithium-Ion Starter Kit — $79 $205 (save $126)

• DeWalt 20V MAX Cordless Drill/Impact 2 Tool Combo Kit — $179 $239 (save $60)

• Milwaukee M12 FUEL 12-Volt Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless Hammer Drill and Impact Driver Combo Kit — $199 $369 (save $170)

• DeWalt 20V MAX XR Hammer Drill and ATOMIC Impact Driver 2 Tool Cordless Combo Kit — $259 $349 (save $90)

• Milwaukee M18 18-Volt Lithium-Ion REDLITHIUM FORGE Starter Kit — $279 $299 (save $20) + get free battery

• Milwaukee M18 FUEL 18- V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless Hammer Drill and Impact Driver Combo Kit — $399 $558 (save $159)

• DeWalt 20-Volt MAX Lithium-Ion Cordless 7-Tool Combo Kit — $599 $949 (save $350)

• Milwaukee M18 18-Volt Lithium-Ion Cordless Combo Kit — $599 $1,099 (save $500)

• RYOBI ONE+ 18V Cordless 12-Tool Combo Kit — $689 $799 (save $110)

Best Home Depot outdoor deal Opens in a new window Credit: Milwaukee Milwaukee M18 Fuel Hatchet Pruning Saw Kit $249 at Home Depot
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The Milwaukee M18 Fuel Hatchet is a compact, lightweight pruning saw that can get into those hard-to-reach spots and still deliver enough power to cut through hardwoods. It's also relatively quiet, easy to maneuver, and requires no fuel. Instead, it comes with the M18 RedLithium high-output XC6.0 battery pack and the multi-voltage charger. The battery is compatible with other M18 tools as well. During the Labor Day sale, the kit is down to only $249. That's less than half the cost of buying all three pieces separately.

More outdoor deals

• RYOBI Expand-It Brush-Cutter Trimmer Attachment — $79 $99 (save $20)

• Milwaukee M18 FUEL Cordless Handheld Blower — $149 $199 (save $50)

• DeWalt 20V MAX 22 in. Cordless Battery Powered Hedge Trimmer — $149 $179 (save $30)

• RYOBI Cordless Electric Chainsaw — $159 $199 (save $40)

• DeWalt Cold Water Electric Pressure Washer — $229 $399 (save $170)

• RYOBI Cordless Battery Walk Behind Push Lawn Mower — $279 $329 (save $50)

Connections: Sports Edition is a new version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans.

Like the original Connections, the game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.

If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for the latest Connections solution. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable What is Connections Sports Edition?

The NYT's latest daily word game has launched in association with The Athletic, the New York Times property that provides the publication's sports coverage. 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 Mini crossword answers, hints for September 1, 2025 Here's a hint for today's Connections Sports Edition categories

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

• Yellow: Diamond locations

• Green: Specific roles

• Blue: Same first name

• Purple: Locations

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: Baseball positions

• Green: Volleyball positions

• Blue: Football-coaching Bills

• Purple: Actual MLS home cities/towns

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 #343 is...

What is the answer to Connections Sports Edition today

• Baseball positions - CENTER FIELDER, FIRST BASEMAN, PITCHER, SHORTSTOP

• Volleyball positions - LIBERO, MIDDLE BLOCKER, OUTSIDE HITTER, SETTER

• Football-coaching Bills - BELICHICK, COWHER, PARCELLS, WALSH

• Actual MLS home cities/towns - CHESTER, FOXBORO, FRISCO, SANDY

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.

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Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to today'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 SEE ALSO: How to play Pips, the newest NYT game

Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Monday, Sept. 1, 2025:

AcrossIcon of the Cuban Revolution

• The answer is Che.

Sound of a fall

• The answer is Thud.

Sound of a spring

• The answer is Boing.

How far an electric vehicle can go before recharging

• The answer is Range.

GPS lines: Abbr.

• The answer is RDS.

DownGoatees grow on them

• The answer is Chins.

Like a deadlocked jury

• The answer is Hung.

Slight advantage

• The answer is Edge.

Mushroom-headed character of the Mario games

• The answer is Toad.

Sound of winter

• The answer is Brr.

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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 today'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

A Bohemian dance.

SEE ALSO: Apple’s new M3 MacBook Air is $300 off at Amazon. And yes, I’m tempted. Hurdle Word 1 answer

POLKA

Hurdle Word 2 hint

A lofted storage space.

SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Answer, hints for August 4, 2025 Hurdle Word 2 Answer

ATTIC

Hurdle Word 3 hint

A kitchen instrument.

SEE ALSO: NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for August 4 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for August 4, 2025 Hurdle Word 3 answer

WHISK

Hurdle Word 4 hint

Rolled tobacco.

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

CIGAR

Final Hurdle hint

To extend.

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

REACH

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The moon never looks exactly the same from night to night. Its changing appearance is a result of its journey around Earth. This is called the lunar cycle.

The lunar cycle is a series of eight unique phases of the moon's visibility. The whole cycle takes about 29.5 days, according to NASA, and these different phases happen as the Sun lights up different parts of the moon whilst it orbits Earth. 

So, let's see what's happening with the moon tonight, Sept. 1.

What is today’s moon phase?

As of Monday, Sept. 1, the moon phase is Waxing Gibbous, and 62% will be lit up to us on Earth, according to NASA's Daily Moon Observation.

There's lots to see on the moon's surface tonight, so lets get into it. With no visual aids, you'll see the Tycho Crater, the Mare Crisium, and the Mare Tranquillitatis. With binoculars, you'll also get a glimpse of the Mare Nectaris, the Mare Frigoris, and the Apennine Mountains.

If you have a telescope too, you'll see so much more. Enjoy glimpses of the Apollo 11, Descartes Highlands, and the Rupes Recta, a 68-mile-long lunar fault line.

When is the next full moon?

The next full moon will be on Sept. 7. The last full moon was on Aug. 9.

What are moon phases?

According to NASA, moon phases are caused by the 29.5-day cycle of the moon’s orbit, which changes the angles between the Sun, Moon, and Earth. Moon phases are how the moon looks from Earth as it goes around us. We always see the same side of the moon, but how much of it is lit up by the Sun changes depending on where it is in its orbit. This is how we get full moons, half moons, and moons that appear completely invisible. There are eight main moon phases, and they follow a repeating cycle:

New Moon - The moon is between Earth and the sun, so the side we see is dark (in other words, it's invisible to the eye).

Waxing Crescent - A small sliver of light appears on the right side (Northern Hemisphere).

First Quarter - Half of the moon is lit on the right side. It looks like a half-moon.

Waxing Gibbous - More than half is lit up, but it’s not quite full yet.

Full Moon - The whole face of the moon is illuminated and fully visible.

Waning Gibbous - The moon starts losing light on the right side.

Last Quarter (or Third Quarter) - Another half-moon, but now the left side is lit.

Waning Crescent - A thin sliver of light remains on the left side before going dark again.

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Hey, we all love a four-legged friend, but even the most ardent pet-lover can suffer from allergy-inducing pet dander — not to mention the unmistakable whiff of doggy odour. If that sounds (and smells) familiar, it’s time to get a pet-friendly air purifier.

An air purifier acts as a filter for your home. It removes irritants from the air, including germs and pollutants, which is great for preventing the spread of unwanted nasties and improving the general quality of your indoor living conditions.

But where to start? To the layman, one air purifier looks very much like the next, so which one is best for your home? Particularly a home with pets? That’s where we can help. Here's some useful information and a selection of the best models.

How do air purifiers work?

Air purifiers are designed to remove particles from the air — anything from bacteria and viruses to pet dander, smoke, and fur. So, if you suffer from allergies, an air purifier is must-have. It can help decrease allergy symptoms and make it generally easier to breathe. Air purifiers with HEPA filters can remove particles as small as 0.1 microns, much smaller than the usual dander that floats around your home.

Why are air purifiers good for pet owners?

By reducing pet dander and keeping the air clean, a purifier can not only reduce allergy symptoms such as sneezing and scratchy throats, it can also eliminate pet odours — particularly useful if you have multiple pets (we love 'em but can get a little pungent in numbers). Air purifiers are also good for tackling the kind of dust that comes off rabbit or guinea pig bedding. Overall, an air purifier will make your home a little fresher. Not every air purifier removes dander and fur, though, so be sure to check before buying.

Where should you position an air purifier?

The best place to keep air purifiers in your home is as close as possible to the source. If you have a dog or cat that spends a lot of time snoozing in their beds, place the air purifier close by so the dander and allergens are filtered out right at the source. The most important thing is to match the air purifier to the size of the room (or area if it’s open plan) so you know that the air purifier is covering the volume of space.

Do you need to replace air purifier filters?

Some machines have removable filters that you can vacuum. Other machines need regular replacement filters. While vacuuming or wiping them off with a cloth is a more eco-friendly option, replacement filters are the most effective for overall air quality.

What is the best air purifier for pet owners?

Everybody — and everybody's pet — is different. Which means it's not a case of one air purifier fits all. But we've done our best to lead you to the right model by showcasing a selection of the highest quality air purifiers available right now. Whether you’re a cat or dog person, there's something for everyone, not to mention every pet and budget.

These are the best air purifiers for pet owners in 2025.

If you missed the Aurora Borealis in May earlier this year, you're in luck: the Sun is about to provide another chance to see the Aurora.

From connecting with friends to managing our finances, a huge part of our lives takes place digitally. In an effort to claw back some of their privacy, many turn to VPNs. However, while VPNs can help, in most cases, free VPNs aren't a risk worth taking. Here's why.

OneDrive is integrated into every corner of Windows 10 and Windows 11, and it seems very likely that integration will only increase as Microsoft pushes more and more cloud features into Windows. If you want to get rid of OneDrive but don't want to give up the convenience of a cloud service app on your desktop, you have options.

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.

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Corn husk.

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SHUCK

Hurdle Word 2 hint

A leg bone.

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TIBIA

Hurdle Word 3 hint

To educate.

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TEACH

Hurdle Word 4 hint

To cling to.

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LATCH

Final Hurdle hint

Influence.

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When you think of double quotation marks, you probably remember your English lessons in school. However, in Microsoft Excel, they serve a different purpose altogether. In fact, they can help you improve your formulas, let you interact with AI, and make your spreadsheets tidier.

Movies have been around for well over a century now, and they've changed dramatically over the years to reflect the technology and culture of the times. However, the core of what the movie experience is meant to be has been more or less the same—until now.