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Our favorite budget earbuds are less than $20 at Amazon
SAVE $20.03: As of June 17, the Anker Soundcore P20i earbuds are on sale for only $19.97 at Amazon. That's 50% off their list price of $39.99 and their lowest price on record.
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Need to replace your lost or broken earbuds, but don't want to drain your bank account? Our favorite budget earbuds are getting the deal treatment ahead of Prime Day, which is officially a four-day affair running from July 8-11. No need to wait until the big day(s).
As of June 17, the Anker Soundcore P20i earbuds are on sale for only $19.97 at Amazon. That's half off their usual cost of $39.99 and a new record-low price by a few cents (seriously, every cent counts).
SEE ALSO: The 9 best earbuds to buy in 2025, selected by Mashable expertsWe tested out the Soundcore P20is and were shocked at how well they performed — especially for the price. Thanks to equalizer presets on the companion app, the P20is are able to produce the kind of well-rounded sound you'd expect from earbuds three times the price. They offer a battery life of about 10 hours of playback per charge, which outshines the AirPods. Plus, the case holds an extra 30 hours for extended listening.
The downside of these buds is that they don't offer noise cancellation or multipoint pairing, but that's to be expected at this price point. They more than make up for it, though, with extra perks like a "find device" feature and the ability to set up to three personalized touch controls on each earbud.
As our reviewer put it, "If you don't want to be too precious about your earbuds (there's nothing wrong with being accident-prone) the Anker Soundcore P20i earbuds will be the kindest to your wallet, while still delivering an all-around decent listening experience." No need to wait until Prime Day — they're already chilling at their lowest price to date.
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Windows Software on a Modern Mac Still Sucks
The latest Mac computers with Apple Silicon chips are fantastic computers, but they fall behind their Intel-powered predecessors in one way: Windows software compatibility. If you occasionally need a Windows application, or want to play more than the handful of PC games available natively for Mac, you’re going to run into trouble.
11 Must-Watch Peacock Originals to Stream Now
One thing I love about this digital streaming age and its numerous platforms is the plethora of original content they bring with them. Peacock has come a long way since they first appeared, and ever since seeing a certain one of their originals listed below, I’ve paid a lot more attention to their content.
How to watch Fluminense vs. Borussia Dortmund online for free
TL;DR: Live stream Fluminense vs. Borussia Dortmund in the 2025 Club World Cup for free on DAZN. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.
The 2025 Club World Cup is capturing the attention of football fans all around the world, and we think it's because we're getting to see games like Fluminense vs. Borussia Dortmund. It's rare to see teams from opposite sides of the planet come together to battle it out, and we're loving it.
If you want to watch Fluminense vs. Borussia Dortmund in the 2025 Club World Cup for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.
When is Fluminense vs. Borussia Dortmund?Fluminense vs. Borussia Dortmund in the 2025 Club World Cup kicks off at 12 p.m. ET on June 17. This fixture takes place at the MetLife Stadium.
How to watch Fluminense vs. Borussia Dortmund for freeFluminense vs. Borussia Dortmund in the 2025 Club World Cup is available to live stream for free on DAZN.
These free live streams are available all around the world, but if you're having problems accessing this popular streaming platform on your network, you can consider using a VPN. These tools can hide your digital location and connect you to a secure server in another location. This simple process bypasses geo-restrictions so that you can secure access to free live streams from anywhere in the world.
Unblock free live streams of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup by following these simple steps:
Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)
Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)
Open up the app and connect to a server in a location with access to DAZN
Visit DAZN
Stream the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup for free from anywhere in the world
The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but most do offer free-trials or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can watch Fluminense vs. Borussia Dortmund in the 2025 Club World Cup without actually spending anything. This clearly isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream the Club World Cup before recovering your investment.
If you want to retain permanent access to free streaming sites 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 DAZN?ExpressVPN is the best choice for streaming live sport on DAZN, 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
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A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $99.95 and includes an extra three months for free — 49% off for a limited time. This plan also 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 $12.95 (including money-back guarantee).
Live stream Fluminense vs. Borussia Dortmund in the 2025 Club World Cup for free with ExpressVPN.
Are you 18-24? Get 6 months of Amazon Prime for free ahead of Prime Day.
TL;DR: Young people can sign up for Prime for Young Adults at no cost for six months — just in time for Prime Day.
Starting Tuesday, June 17, Amazon is relaunching its Prime for Young Adults program, and effective immediately, young people ages 18-24 can sign up for a six-month Prime trial for free. After the trial is complete, young folks can access all the perks of Prime membership for 50% off the usual cost.
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After six months, Prime for Young Adults will cost $7.49/month or $69/year.
The program is essentially a rebrand of Prime Student, timed carefully to drive new memberships ahead of Prime Day, which takes place in mid-July. This isn't the first time we've heard of Prime for Young Adults, either. On November 25, 2024, an Amazon blog post announced the launch of Prime for Young Adults, with the same six-month trial offer and 50% price discount. Coincidentally, that November announcement came just four days before the start of Black Friday.
Amazon Prime is the shopping behemoth's hugely successful membership program, and it comes with perks such as free delivery and returns and access to Prime Video. Prime for Young Adults is slightly more inclusive than Prime Student, as not all young people will go to college or other educational programs after they turn 18.
Both Prime Student and Prime for Young Adults provide a number of perks for young people:
A six-month trial for $0
All the benefits of Prime membership for 50% off (after trial period ends)
Access to reduced pricing of $7.49/month or $69/year
Free Grubhub+ and $0 delivery fees
5% cash back on beauty, apparel, electronics, and personal care products
During Prime Day, earn 10% cash back on select beauty, apparel, electronics, and personal care products
Special deals throughout the year, double or triple cash back boosters on popular brands, and "exclusive surprise and delight experiences," per Amazon
Free Amazon Photos cloud storage
You can sign up for Prime for Young Adults now — if you're young enough.
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Jon Stewarts interview with John Mulaney is 19 minutes of glorious chaos
Comedians interviewing other comedians is always an entertaining genre, and Jon Stewart's Daily Show interview with John Mulaney is no exception.
In the clip above the two of them spend a long time discussing Mulaney's recent fight with three 14-year-old boys on Netflix's Everybody's Live, before moving on to a silly game in which Stewart asks Mulaney random questions that he's asked previous guests.
We could watch these two talk nonsense all day.
NYT Strands hints, answers for June 17
If you're reading this, you're looking for a little help playing Strands, the New York Times' elevated word-search game.
Strands requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns. Every single letter in the grid will be part of an answer. There's always a theme linking every solution, along with the "spangram," a special, word or phrase that sums up that day's theme, and spans the entire grid horizontally or vertically.
SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on MashableBy 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 preferrined pace.
SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Answer, hints for June 17 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for June 17 NYT Strands hint for today’s theme: Make it workThe words are solution-related.
Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explainedThese words are ways to work something out.
NYT Strands spangram hint: Is it vertical or horizontal?Today's NYT Strands spangram is horizontal.
NYT Strands spangram answer todayToday's spangram is Figure Out
Featured Video For You Strands 101: How to win NYT’s latest word game NYT Strands word list for June 17Finagle
Contrive
Finesse
Figure Out
Negotiate
Engineer
Looking for other daily online games? Mashable's Games page has more hints, and if you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now!
Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.
Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Strands.
Wordle today: Answer, hints for June 17, 2025
Oh hey there! If you're here, it must be time for Wordle. As always, we're serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today's answer.
If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for 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 today: Hints and answers for June 17 Where did Wordle come from?Originally created by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, Wordle rapidly spread to become an international phenomenon, with thousands of people around the globe playing every day. Alternate Wordle versions created by fans also sprang up, including battle royale Squabble, music identification game Heardle, and variations like Dordle and Quordle that make you guess multiple words at once.
Wordle eventually became so popular that it was purchased by the New York Times, and TikTok creators even livestream themselves playing.
What's the best Wordle starting word?The best Wordle starting word is the one that speaks to you. But if you prefer to be strategic in your approach, we have a few ideas to help you pick a word that might help you find the solution faster. One tip is to select a word that includes at least two different vowels, plus some common consonants like S, T, R, or N.
What happened to the Wordle archive?The entire archive of past Wordle puzzles was originally available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it, but it was later taken down, with the website's creator stating it was done at the request of the New York Times. However, the New York Times then rolled out its own Wordle Archive, available only to NYT Games subscribers.
Is Wordle getting harder?It might feel like Wordle is getting harder, but it actually isn't any more difficult than when it first began. You can turn on Wordle's Hard Mode if you're after more of a challenge, though.
SEE ALSO: NYT's The Mini crossword answers for June 17, 2025 Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:A practical joke.
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 P.
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...
PRANK.
Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be a new Wordle for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.
Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.
SEE ALSO: NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for June 17Reporting by Chance Townsend, Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.
If you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.
Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Wordle.
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for June 17, 2025
Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.
If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for today's Connections solution. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.
SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable What is Connections?The NYT's latest daily word game has become a social media hit. The Times credits associate puzzle editor Wyna Liu with helping to create the new word game and bringing it to the publications' Games section. Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common.
This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.Each puzzle features 16 words and each grouping of words is split into four categories. These sets could comprise of anything from book titles, software, country names, etc. Even though multiple words will seem like they fit together, there's only one correct answer.
If a player gets all four words in a set correct, those words are removed from the board. Guess wrong and it counts as a mistake—players get up to four mistakes until the game ends.
This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media.
SEE ALSO: NYT's The Mini crossword answers for June 17 Here's a hint for today's Connections categoriesWant a hint about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:
Yellow: Needed for a trip
Green: Determination
Blue: Internet errors
Purple: Found in kids' movies
Need a little extra help? Today's connections fall into the following categories:
Yellow: Things to book for a vacation
Green: Mettle
Blue: Bad things for a website to do
Purple: Figures in classic Disney animated films
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 #737 is...
What is the answer to Connections todayThings to book for a vacation: CAR, FLIGHT, HOTEL, TOUR
Mettle: FIGHT, GRIT, RESOLVE, SPIRIT
Bad things for a website to do: FREEZE, GLITCH, QUIT, TIMEOUT
Figures in classic Disney animated films: ELEPANT, FAWN, MARIONETTE, MOUSE
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 June 17Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.
If you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.
Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Connections.
Act fast! The Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 are back at their best-ever price at Amazon.
SAVE $50.04: As of June 17, the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 are on sale for $199.95 at Amazon. That's 20% off their list price of $249.99 and a return to their lowest-ever price.
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Music helps make a workout far more exciting, and if you've been on the hunt for a pair of reliable earbuds to keep you company during your fitness routines, there are some great deals available right now. In particular, the new Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 are back to their best price at Amazon.
The Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 usually retail for $249.99, but today you can score them at a 20% discount for $199.95. You'll want to be quick, as they're marked as a limited-time deal, so who knows how much longer they'll stay at this price. Considering they're back to their lowest price yet according to price tracker camelcamelcamel, now is the time to add them to your virtual shopping cart.
SEE ALSO: The 9 best earbuds to buy in 2025, selected by Mashable expertsNot only are these earbuds a great pick for blasting your favorite tunes while working out — complete with secure-fit earhooks to keep them in place and Active Noise Cancelation to keep the sounds of the gym from interrupting your favorite songs — they even come with a heart rate monitor. Yes, there are sensors in the earbuds that can measure your pulse in real time, which is an excellent bonus.
On top of that, the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 come in a nice variety of colors, which are all on sale as well: jet black, quick sand, hyper purple, and electric orange. They even boast an incredible battery life of up to 45 hours with the charging case, so they'll be able to last through numerous workouts.
If you've been looking for an earbud upgrade, this deal on the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 is well worth taking advantage of while it's still available.
Looking for even more headphone and earbud deals? There are a few more worth checking out alongside the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2. Also at Amazon, the AirPods Pro 2 are down to $169 and the Soundcore Space A40 earbuds are at their lowest-ever price.
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Seth Meyers brutally roasts Trumps new smartphone
Donald Trump is launching a $499 gold-colored smartphone, and Seth Meyers is less than impressed.
"The president's family debuted a new cell phone company called Trump Mobile, along with a smartphone called the T1 smartphone that comes in gold," says Meyers in the clip above from Monday night's Late Night. "So Trump is personally enriching himself while in office by selling a phone. These are the same people who lost their minds over what they called 'The Biden crime family.' Imagine if, during Joe Biden's presidency, you went to the Apple Store and right next to the latest MacBook there was an official Hunter Biden laptop."
Elsewhere, in a separate Late Night clip where Meyers rattles off quickfire jokes, the host doubles down. "The Trump Organisation today unveiled plans for a new Trump mobile phone service. Best of all, you won’t have any need for a friends-and-family plan."
If you want to know more about the specs of Trump's T1, we've got you covered with a comparison to the iPhone 16.
Yosemite National Park is terrifying in Untamed trailer
Yosemite National Park's stunning beauty becomes a terrifying presence in the trailer for Netflix's Untamed.
Antipodean icons Eric Bana and Sam Neill join forces in this six-episode mystery-thriller from Mark L. Smith (American Primeval) and Elle Smith (The Marsh King's Daughter). Bana plays Kyle Turner, a National Parks Service special agent investigating a death within the Californian wilderness alongside park ranger Naya Vasquez (Lily Santiago). In this sprawling landscape, they'll find some dark truths among the sequoias.
In the trailer above, the likes of El Capitan and Half Dome haven't looked this terrifying since Free Solo.
Record-low price alert: Save $50 on the Samsung Galaxy Watch FE at Amazon
SAVE $50: As of June 17, the Samsung Galaxy Watch FE is on sale for $199.99 at Amazon. That's 20% off its list price of $249.99 and a return to its lowest-ever price.
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As we head into the summer, there are some great deals popping up at various retailers, with plenty of discounted smartwatches on offer. No matter if you're looking for a high-end option or something to just cover the basics, there are a lot of discounts available on various models. When it comes to the latter, one of our favorite budget-friendly picks that's on sale right now is the Samsung Galaxy Watch FE.
Normally, the Samsung Galaxy Watch FE is listed for $249.99, but it's currently enjoying a 20% discount down to $199.99. What's even better is this marks a return to its lowest-ever price according to price tracker camelcamelcamel, so now is an excellent time to pick it up if it has been on your radar.
SEE ALSO: Amazon announces Prime Day 2025 dates, and the 4-day rumors are trueWhen it comes to features, the Samsung Galaxy Watch FE boasts a variety in the realm of health and fitness to help you out throughout the day. These include step counts, active minutes, how many calories you've burned, heart rate tracking, and sleep tracking, to name a few. It also has a BIA sensor that provides you with details on body fat, muscle mass, water levels, and more to help you with your fitness goals.
There's no better time to pick up an item than when it's at its lowest-ever price, so don't miss out on the Samsung Galaxy Watch FE down to $199.99.
There are a couple more smartwatch deals available right now that are worth checking out alongside this one. Also at Amazon, Apple's budget-friendly smartwatch, the Apple Watch SE 2, is on sale, and if you're looking for a stylish pick, the Garmin Lily 2 is discounted as well.
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Meta and Oakleys smart glasses are coming this week
Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses are getting some competition from Meta itself. The company is apparently collaborating with Oakley on a pair of new smart glasses, due to launch on Friday, June 20.
Oakley teased the launch on Monday, with a video that displays the two companies' logos, and a caption that reads: "The next evolution is coming on June 20."
Oakley also shared the same video on Instagram, with a notable nod by Ray-Ban Meta's official account.
SEE ALSO: Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses are more of an AI device than ever with new updatesThis isn't about Meta jumping ship and working with an entirely different company. Both the Oakley and Ray-Ban brands are owned by Italian eyewear mega-company Luxottica.
Given that Oakley is better known for sports glasses, while Ray-Ban mostly sells fashion eyewear, we're probably getting a sportier version of Ray-Ban Meta on Friday, this time with the Oakley brand attached.
New Meta/Oakley smart glasses might look a little bit like the Oakley Sphaera (pictured). Credit: OakleyIn January this year, Bloomberg reported that Meta and Oakley were collaborating on smart glasses, which would be based on Oakley's Sphaera glasses, and aimed at cyclists and other athletes.
NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for June 17, 2025
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.
This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.Each puzzle features 16 words and each grouping of words is split into four categories. These sets could comprise of anything from book titles, software, country names, etc. Even though multiple words will seem like they fit together, there's only one correct answer.
If a player gets all four words in a set correct, those words are removed from the board. Guess wrong and it counts as a mistake—players get up to four mistakes until the game ends.
This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media.
Here's a hint for today's Connections Sports Edition categoriesWant a hint about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:
Yellow: Baseball hits
Green: Support hurler
Blue: Professional sliding terms
Purple: Same second name for this sports act
Need a little extra help? Today's connections fall into the following categories:
Yellow: Parts of a cycle
Green: Relief roles in a baseball bullpen
Blue: Curling terms
Purple: ___ pass
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 #267 is...
What is the answer to Connections Sports Edition todayParts of a cycle - DOUBLE, HOME RUN, SINGLE, TRIPLE
Relief roles in a baseball bullpen - CLOSER, MIDDLE, MOP-UP, SETUP
Curling terms - BROOM, BUTTON, HOUSE, STONE
____ pass - BOUNCE, CHEST, SCREEN, SHOVEL
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.
If you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.
Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Connections.
Carrie Coon gleefully reacts to White Lotus memes of her running
Carrie Coon's full-on sprint away from danger in the final episode of The White Lotus Season 3 captured the hearts of the internet and inspired many a meme — and Coon herself is a fan.
Appearing on The Tonight Show in the clip above, the actor confirms that she ran track in high school, and that the U.S. track team is planning to send her a jacket thanks to the scene going viral.
And as for her favourite meme?
"Oh my gosh, my favourite one was...there was apparently a marathon being run, and there were signs that said, 'Run like Carrie Coon in The White Lotus,'" she says.
How to watch Costa Rica vs. Dominican Republic online for free
TL;DR: Live stream Costa Rica vs. Dominican Republic in the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup for free on YouTube. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.
The second round of 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup group games kicks off with Costa Rica vs. Dominican Republic. Costa Rica sit at the top of the Group A standings after one game, and they'll be looking to secure another three points against the Dominican Republic. Costa Rica meet Mexico in their final group game, so all the points they can pick up before that tough game are golden.
If you want to watch Costa Rica vs. Dominican Republic in the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.
When is Costa Rica vs. Dominican Republic?Costa Rica vs. Dominican Republic in the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup kicks off at 7 p.m. ET on June 18. This fixture takes place at the AT&T Stadium.
How to watch Costa Rica vs. Dominican Republic for freeCosta Rica vs. Dominican Republic in the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup is available to live stream for free on YouTube.
These free live stream is not available all around the world, but fans in excluded territories can still watch this game for free with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in another location, meaning you can unblock free live streams of the Concacaf Gold Cup from anywhere in the world.
Live stream the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup for free by following these simple steps:
Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)
Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)
Open up the app and connect to a server in Italy
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Live stream the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup for free from anywhere in the world
The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but most do offer free-trials or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can watch the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup without actually spending anything. This clearly isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream Costa Rica vs. Dominican Republic (plus the rest of the tournament) 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 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 including Italy
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 eight simultaneous connections
30-day money-back guarantee
A two-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $139 and includes an extra four months for free — 61% off for a limited time. This plan also 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 $12.95 (including money-back guarantee).
Live stream the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup for free with ExpressVPN.
The Anker Solix C1000 portable power station is down to under $450 at Amazon
SAVE OVER $350: As of June 17, the Anker Solix C1000 Portable Power Station is on sale for $448.99 at Amazon. That's 44% off its list price of $799.
Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker Solix C1000 Portable Power Station $448.99 at Amazon$799 Save $350.01 Get Deal
Summer is here, and if you're planning some outdoor adventures in the coming months, you're going to want a little extra power to keep your devices charged up. Thankfully, there are some very nice deals available at the moment on a selection of portable power banks. This includes a stellar discount on the Anker Solix C1000 portable power station at Amazon.
The Anker Solix C1000 portable power station has dropped from its list price of $799 to $448.99, marking a 44% discount. That allows you to save over $350, which is a very nice deal to jump on. It's listed as a limited-time deal right now, so act fast to secure it at this great price.
SEE ALSO: Amazon announces Prime Day 2025 dates, and the 4-day rumors are trueThis power bank is a great fit for a camping trip, providing a boost of 80% battery charge in 43 minutes or a full charge in under an hour. With SurgePad technology, it can deliver a 2400W output as well, making it a powerful pick to have at the ready. And for when you're not out and about, it's actually a good backup supply to have around the house. In the event that a storm knocks out the power, it can help keep the lights, refrigerator, and more powered up.
Don't miss out on this limited-time deal on the Anker Solix C1000 portable power station at Amazon.
This Anker deal isn't the only portable power bank offer that has caught our eye. Another great deal that's worth a look is on the Jackery Explorer 290 portable solar generator, which is discounted at Best Buy.
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VidCon to induct its first creator Hall of Fame class in 2025
As a new generation of creators prepares for VidCon 2025, the annual convention for internet personalities and their fans, VidCon is honoring a group of YouTube pioneers.
On Thursday, June 19, VidCon will induct its first-ever Hall of Fame class as part of the conference's opening ceremony.
SEE ALSO: What to expect from VidCon 2025VidCon's first Hall of Fame class includes creators and entrepreneurs who began their careers on YouTube and paved the way for future generations. The 2025 inductees include Hank Green, co-founder of VidCon and half of the Vlogbrothers channel; Rhett & Link, hosts of Good Mythical Morning and founders of Mythical Entertainment; Grace Helbig; Tyler Oakley; Joey Graceffa; Rosanna Pansino; and Smosh co-founders Anthony Padilla and Ian Hecox.
The Hall of Fame class will be inducted during VidCon's opening celebration on June 19 at 7 p.m. PT on VidCon's Mainstage.
Established in 2010, VidCon first launched as the epicenter of creators and fans meeting IRL. It was co-founded by the Vlogbrothers, Hank and John Green, before being sold to Viacom in 2018. Informa acquired it in 2024, and it is still run by Informa today. In 2010, VidCon hosted 1,400 attendees, and by 2024, the conference had grown to 55,000 attendees.
"VidCon has always been the premier event celebrating all aspects of the creator economy," says Sarah Tortoreti, Vice President of VidCon. "By introducing a way to honor these iconic creators in our new ‘VidCon Hall of Fame,’ we are recognizing their contribution to the evolution of digital culture and their instrumental impact on pop culture and fandom."
View this post on InstagramThe Hall of Famers have over 83 million followers combined and are considered pioneers of content creation. These inductees have been posting for nearly as long as YouTube has been around, with Smosh founding their channel just months after YouTube's creation in 2005.
YouTube turns 20 this year, and on Friday, June 20, at 3 p.m. PT, the company will hold its annual keynote with this year's presentation celebrating its hallmark anniversary.
Mashable will be live at the Anaheim Convention Center this week, covering VidCon 2025. Check back in the days ahead at Mashable.com, where we’ll be talking to your favorite creators, covering the latest trends, and sharing how creators are growing their followings, their influence, and making a living online.
How to watch Canada vs. Honduras online for free
TL;DR: Live stream Canada vs. Honduras in the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup for free on YouTube. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.
The first round of 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup fixtures continues with Canada vs. Honduras. The Canadians will be hoping to progress into the latter stages of this tournament, but Honduras is a tough opening game.
If you want to watch Canada vs. Honduras in the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.
When is Canada vs. Honduras?Canada vs. Honduras in the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup kicks off at 10:30 p.m. ET on June 17. This fixture takes place at BC Place.
How to watch Canada vs. Honduras for freeCanada vs. Honduras in the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup is available to live stream for free on YouTube.
These free live stream is not available all around the world, but fans in excluded territories can still watch this game for free with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in another location, meaning you can unblock free live streams of the Concacaf Gold Cup from anywhere in the world.
Live stream the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup for free by following these simple steps:
Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)
Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)
Open up the app and connect to a server in Italy
Visit YouTube
Live stream the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup for free from anywhere in the world
The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but most do offer free-trials or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can watch the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup without actually spending anything. This clearly isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream Canada vs. Honduras (plus the rest of the tournament) 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 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 including Italy
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 eight simultaneous connections
30-day money-back guarantee
A two-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $139 and includes an extra four months for free — 61% off for a limited time. This plan also 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 $12.95 (including money-back guarantee).
Live stream the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup for free with ExpressVPN.