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Discussions of non-monogamy have boomed online in the past few years, as hookup apps like Feeld have made it easier for people to participate in "the lifestyle."

As with any subject on the internet, though, there's been backlash to the non-monogamy hype. While some are looking for alternate relationship styles, others are trying to be tradwives who idealize monogamy and marriage. Even Feeld pointed out that, in research with the Kinsey Institute, that young adults fantasize about monogamy these days.

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According to new research, however, they may not need to: An analysis of 35 studies involving over 24,000 people worldwide found no significant differences between monogamous and non-monogamous people. The peer-reviewed study published in The Journal of Sex Research states that both groups report similar levels of satisfaction in their relationships and sex lives.

These satisfaction levels remained consistent across different demographics like LGBTQ and heterosexual people and differing non-monogamy types like open relationships and polyamory. (We explain the differences in our introduction to non-monogamy.)

"Monogamous relationships are often assumed to offer greater satisfaction, intimacy, commitment, passion, and trust than non-monogamous ones. This widespread belief — what we term as the 'monogamy-superiority myth' — is often reinforced by stereotypes and media narratives," lead author, associate professor Joel Anderson, a principal research fellow at the Australian Research Centre in Sexuality, Health, and Society at La Trobe University, said in the press release.

"Our findings challenge this long-standing assumption outside of academia, providing further evidence that people in consensually non-monogamous relationships experience similar levels of satisfaction in their relationships and sex lives as those in monogamous ones," Anderson continued.

There were limitations to the study, however. They were all self-reported, so respondents could be swayed to respond a certain way to justify their life choices. Also, as the study relied on online sampling, that could've reduced its representativeness and generalizability, the press release stated.

Despite these limitations, alternative relationship structures are unlikely to go away soon — and the same goes for social media conversations about them.

Haim joined BBC Radio 1's Greg James for the safely controversial segment "Unpopular Opinion," and it's probably one of the more consistently musical of the show's guest appearances.

Promoting their latest single "Relationships," Este, Danielle, and Alana Haim not only take James' wordy theme song very seriously, they take calls from folks bringing their best "don't @ me" takes. Potatoes suck! Flip flops should be worn all-year round! Posting your fitness on social media needs to stop! ("Have you watched our music videos? All we do is walk.")

But the best bit? Remember when Haim turned people's terrible mornings into hilariously dorky songs on James' show in 2019? It's time for a revisit.

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.

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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 March 26, 2025 Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:

The bend of the arm.

Does today's Wordle answer have a double letter?

There are no reoccurring letters.

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

Today's Wordle starts with the letter E.

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...

ELBOW.

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.

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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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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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A green Italian sauce.

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PESTO

Hurdle Word 2 hint

A type of drum.

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BONGO

Hurdle Word 3 hint

Used to cut grass.

SEE ALSO: NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for March 26 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for March 26, 2025 Hurdle Word 3 answer

MOWER

Hurdle Word 4 hint

A small group of trees.

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COPSE

Final Hurdle hint

Used to make folk music.

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BANJO

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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's The Mini crossword answers for March 26 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: Needed for a dinner party

• Green: Grew

• Blue: File locations

• Purple: Added measurements

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

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

• Yellow: Parts of a table setting

• Green: Increased, with "up"

• Blue: Kinds of digital storage

• Purple: Units of volume plus letter

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 #648 is...

What is the answer to Connections today

• Parts of a table setting: FORK, GLASS, NAPKIN, PLATE

• Increased, with "up": FLEW, ROSE, SHOT, THRUST

• Kinds of digital storage: CARD, CLOUD, DISK, DRIVE

• Units of volume plus letter: BOUNCE, GALLEON, PINOT, QUARTZ

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.

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

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

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

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

SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Answer, hints for March 25 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for March 25 NYT Strands hint for today’s theme: In the circle of life

The words are animal-related.

Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explained

These words are animals featured in a Disney movie.

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 LionKing.

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• Zebra

• Meerkat

• Hyena

• LionKing

• Warthog

• Hornbill

• Elephant

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

The best Target Circle Week deals at a glance: BEST DEAL OVERALL Peacock Premium free for 3 months (save $23.97) Get Deal BEST GIFT CARD DEAL Spend $50 on household essentials get a $15 Target gift card Get Deal BEST TECH DEAL Beats Solo Buds (Target-exclusive Arctic Purple) $49.99 (save $30) Get Deal BEST TOY DEAL Select Lego sets save up to 30% Get Deal BEST HOME DEAL Bissell Little Green Max portable carpet cleaner $89.99 (save $50) Get Deal BEST BOOK DEAL Select books, movies, music Buy 2 get 1 free Get Deal

It's almost been a year since Target launched its Target Circle 360 membership. What better way to celebrate than with a sale?

Unsurprisingly, this one-year anniversary celebration happens to fall alongside Amazon's Big Spring Sale. Coincidence? Never. We knew the mega-retailer wouldn't pass up the chance to compete with Mr. Bezos. Enter: Target Circle Week.

"We are thrilled to celebrate the one-year anniversary of Target Circle 360 with our best Target Circle Week yet," said Cara Sylvester, Target's executive vice president and chief guest experience officer, in a press release. "Target Circle members will receive the biggest deals on thousands of items from the latest in spring style to everyday favorites that are always on the checklist."

Target Circle Week is an exclusive savings event for Target Circle members, held multiple times a year. Non-coincidentally, it tends to occur at the same times as major shopping events at Amazon, like Prime Day and Black Friday. Here's everything you need to know about the competing spring sale at Target.

When is Target Circle Week?

As a shock to nobody, Target Circle Week will overlap with the Amazon Big Spring Sale (which runs March 25 to 31). Circle Week officially kicked off on March 23 at 3:00 a.m. ET and runs through March 29, delivering seven days of exclusive deals. The discounts will be available to Target Circle members on the Target app and website, as well as in stores.

How to sign up for Target Circle

Target Circle Week requires a membership to shop, but unlike Prime or Walmart Plus, Target Circle is free to join. Here's how:

1. Head to Target.com/circle and choose "Create account."

2. Enter your full name, email address, and phone number.

3. Choose whether to use a password or passkey (fingerprint, face ID, or pin) to sign in.

4. Select "Create account." You are now a Target Circle member and are free to shop the savings event when it goes live.

Early access for Target Circle 360 members

For the first time, Target Circle 360 members will get early access to select deals 24 hours before they open to all Target Circle members.

Target Circle 360 members can shop the following deals before anyone else: 

• 40% off Deal of the Day for Performance for the family

• 30% off Deal of the Day for all Heyday electronic and tech accessories

• 30% off tees, tanks, dresses and shorts for the family 

• Gourmia Digital Air Fryer (6-quart) — $39.99 $69.99 (save $30)

• Beats Solo Buds (Target-exclusive Arctic Purple) — $49.99 $79.99 (save $30)

• Up to 30% off select Lego 

Target Circle 360 is a paid membership that offers unlimited same-day delivery from Target, access to a curated marketplace of other retailers and grocers via Shipt.com, free two-day shipping on eligible items, and other exclusive benefits and experiences. Typically $99 for the year, memberships are on sale for just $49 from March 16 through 29. That's 50% in savings.

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$99 Save $50 Get Deal Best Target Circle Week deals

Target Circle Week will feature deals on "must-have spring items," which coincidentally encompasses just about everything from home essentials and beauty products to books and toys. Mashable's shopping experts will be following the Target Circle Week sale closely and updating this list with any new noteworthy deals that drop through March 29. Here's a look at some of the best featured deals.

Peacock Premium deal

Another first for Target Circle Week: three free months of Peacock Premium. Thanks to a special, limited-time partner perk, new and returning Peacock subscribers can sign up for the ad-supported tier at no cost from March 9 through March 29. Conveniently, Wicked started streaming on March 21 on Peacock — just saying.

Of course, once the three-month promotional period expires, you'll be charged full price (currently $7.99 per month), and your subscription will auto-renew monthly. You can cancel anytime to avoid further charges.

Opens in a new window Credit: Peacock Peacock Premium Get 3 free months free with Target Circle Get Deal Target's Deal of the Day

As stated in the press release, Target Circle Week will bring back the customer-favorite "Deal of the Day." Limited-time unique deals will pop up (and then disappear) for members to shop. Similar to Amazon's Lightning deals, they'll only stick around for 24 hours. Keep an eye out for these exclusive discounts each day of the sale. So far, we've seen the Instant Pot 7-in-1 Rio Wide down to $79.99 from $129.99 and 25% off Hearth & Hand with Magnolia home products.

Here's a sneak peek at some of the upcoming deals:

• Dyson V8 Origin cordless stick vacuum (March 25)

• 30% off women's denim (March 25)

• BOGO 50% off pet toys and accessories (March 26)

• 40% off rugs (March 26)

• 40% off select jewelry and accessories (March 27)

• 50% off Brightroom Y-Weave storage items (March 27)

• 40% off sandals & shoes for all (March 28)

• 30% off Gigglescape toys (March 28)

• 30% off swimsuits for all (March 29)

• 30% off All In Motion fitness items & water bottles (March 29)

Gift card reward deals

• Spend $50 on household essentials and get a $15 Target gift card

• Spend $40 on select beauty and self-care items and get a $10 Target gift card 

• Spend $30 on select Ulta Beauty at Target products and get a $5 Target gift card

Best Target Circle Week tech deals

• Logitech M317 mouse — $12.99 $17.99 (save $5)

• Roku Express HD — $17.99 $29.99 (save $12)

• Blink Mini 2 — $19.99 $39.99 (save $20)

• Beats Flex — $39.99 $69.99 (save $30)

• Beats Solo Buds (Target-exclusive Arctic Purple) — $49.99 $79.99 (save $30)

• HP DeskJet 2855e wireless printer — $49.99 $84.99 (save $35)

• Yoto Mini audio player — $55.99 $69.99 (save $14)

• Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids — $84.99 $139.99 (save $55)

• Beats Solo 4 — $99.99 $199.99 (save $100)

• Apple AirPods 4 — $99.99 $129.99 (save $30)

• Fitbit Charge 6 — $119.95 $159.95 (save $40)

• Soundcore Sleep A20 earbuds — $119.99 $149.99 (save $30)

• Fitbit Versa 4 — $159.95 $199.95 (save $40)

• Beats Studio Pro — $179.99 $349.99 (save $170)

• Samsung 3.0ch Soundbar — $179.99 $249.99 (save $70)

• Vizio 43-inch 4K LED Smart TV — $199.99 $239.99 (save $40)

• Garmin vivoactive 5 — $219.99 $299.99 (save $80)

• Hisense 55-inch 4K Google TV — $259.99 $299.99 (save $40)

• Kindle Scribe — $264.99 $339.99 (save $75)

• GoPro Hero13 Black — $329.99 $399.99 (save $70) + get $25 Target gift card

• Bose Smart Soundbar — $399.99 $499.99 (save $100)

• Insta360 x4 action camera — $424.99 $499.99 (save $75)

Best Target Circle Week toy deals

• Save $10 when you spend $50 on select toys

• Save $5 when you spend $30 on select toys

• Save up to 30% on select Lego sets

• Save up to 40% on select toys and entertainment

Best Target Circle Week home deals

• Oster 4-slice stainless steel toaster — $34.99 $49.99 (save $15)

• Oster 2-in-1 one-touch blender — $38.99 $54.99 (save $16)

• Shark Professional steam pocket mop — $59.99 $109.99 (save $50)

• Keurig K-Mini Go coffee maker — $69.99 $99.99 (save $30)

• Instant Pot Vortex Plus air fryer (6-quart) — $79.99 $118.99 (save $39)

• Bissell Little Green Max portable carpet cleaner — $89.99 $139.99 (save $50)

• Nutribullet Ultra 1200w personal blender — $89.99 $129.99 (save $40)

• Shark Rocket HV301 corded stick vacuum — $119.99 $199.99 (save $80)

• Bissell Little Green Pet Pro portable carpet cleaner — $119.99 $159.99 (save $40)

• Bissell CleanView Swivel Rewind Pet Reach vacuum — $135.99 $175.99 (save $40)

• Shark UltraLight Pet Pro corded stick vacuum — $149.99 $229.99 (save $80)

• Shark IX141H Pet cordless stick vacuum — $199.99 $259.99 (save $60)

• Shark Air Purifier MAX — $199.99 $279.99 (save $80)

• Dyson Ball Animal 3 Total Clean upright vacuum — $279.99 $449.99 (save $170)

• Shark Stratos AZ3002 upright vacuum — $299.99 $479.99 (save $180)

• Shark Detect Pro cordless stick vacuum + auto-empty dock — $299.99 $449.99 (save $150)

• GE Profile Opal nugget countertop ice maker — $349.99 $499.99 (save $150)

Even more deals

• Buy 2 get 1 free select books, movies, music

• Get up to $100 Target Gift Card with select Therabody purchases

• Save 30% on select garden products

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After weeks of anticipation, Amazon's Big Spring Sale is finally here, running from March 25-31. This seasonal sale brings deals on springtime favorites for a little refresh as we exit winter.

As expected, this sale is bringing discounts on Amazon's flagship devices. Our favorites, as always, are Amazon's Kindles. Having tried nearly every model in the line-up, we can safely say that Kindles are fantastic e-readers, well suited for anyone, whether you're an avid annotator or shopping on a budget.

But let's temper your expectations. The deals are good but unexpected. We're seeing no deals on our preferred Kindles, the basic model, Paperwhite, and Paperwhite Signature Edition. Instead, Amazon has marked down its Kindles with a little more flair, like the Colorsoft and Scribe. And while the sale is more limited than expected on Kindles, we can say that the deals are great. Like lowest price ever great.

Here are the best deals on Kindles to shop during Amazon's Big Spring Sale.

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If you're looking to buy a Kindle during Amazon's Big Spring Sale, the best savings are on the Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition. This is the first color Kindle, which debuted in late 2024. While we've yet to test this e-reader, we have high hopes for the device as the rest of the Kindle line-up is stellar.

This will be a particularly good e-reader for graphic novel readers, who want the convenience and portability of the device, but still want to enjoy every detail in color. It has some great specs, including 32GB of storage, auto-adjusting warmth and brightness, and wireless charging, in the same vein as the Paperwhite Signature Edition.

The Colorsoft is 20% off during the spring sale, bringing it down to $224.99. That's the lowest price the Kindle Colorsoft has reached, saving you $55.

More Kindle bundle deals

• Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Kids — $139.99 $179.99 (save $40)

• Amazon Kindle Essentials Bundle — $146.97 $161.97 (save $15)

• Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Essentials Bundle — $196.97 $216.97 (save $20)

• Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition Essentials Bundle — $251.97 $276.97 (save $25)

• Amazon Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition Essentials Bundle — $258.97 $362.97 (save $104)

• Amazon Kindle Scribe Essentials Bundle — $359.97 $509.97 (save $150)

• Amazon Kindle Scribe — $364.99 $449.99 (save $85)

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, March 26, 2025:

AcrossDrinker's account

• The answer is Tab.

Not online, per modern shorthand

• The answer is IRL.

Home of the Pont Neuf ("New Bridge"), which is over 400 years old

• The answer is Paris.

Soup component

• The answer is Broth.

Bright and lively, as music

• The answer is Jazzy.

DownBejeweled accessory

• The answer is Tiara.

Rice, in Spanish

• The answer is Arroz.

What's the rush?

• The answer is Blitz.

Three-letter sandwich, informally

• The answer is PBJ.

Like wallflowers

• The answer is Shy.

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The best power tool deals in Amazon's Big Spring Sale: Best Bosch power tool deals Bosch CS10 15 Amp Circular Saw $72.06 (save $56.94) Get Deal Best Dewalt power tool deals Dewalt 20V Max Drill Driver/Impact Driver Combo Kit $124 (save $115) Get Deal Best Cat power tool deals Caterpillar Cat 3.5A Corded Oscillating Multi-Tool $118.99 (save $16) Get Deal

Home improvement isn't all sunshine and rainbows — without a superintendent, anything that breaks is yours to fix, whether that's with hired help or by yourself. If you prefer the latter method, you're going to need a decent lineup of power tools on hand to keep you prepared for any surprise issues.

It just so happens that a lot of cordless power tools are on sale at Amazon in its Big Spring Sale, from cordless drills, to nail guns, to circular saws. We'll keep track of all of the best deals during this event; we've listed them out below so you can spend less time shopping, and more time planning your next home project.

Best Bosch power tool deals Opens in a new window Credit: Mashable Photo Composite / Bosch Bosch CS10 15 Amp Circular Saw $72.06 at Amazon
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Need to cut down a door after fitting a new carpet? Perhaps your better half wants a new Pergola building just in time for BBQ season? This bad boy will cut through almost anything like butter, even Indian Stone.

If you’re looking for a circular saw that can handle serious cuts without feeling like you’re lugging around a cinder block, Bosch has you covered. This beast packs a 15-amp motor that chews through wood like it’s nothing, delivering cuts up to 2-7/16 inches deep at 90 degrees. And at just 10.2 pounds, it won’t leave your arms feeling like jelly by the end of the job. The die-cast magnesium footplate is built for durability, while the high-strength magnesium upper guard keeps things light without sacrificing toughness. It also packs optimized sight lines for better accuracy, bevel louvers to clear dust, and even a saw hook so you’re not awkwardly balancing it between cuts.

Get the Bosch CS10 15 Amp Circular Saw for $72.06 at Amazon and save $59.94 on list price.

More Bosch power tool Amazon Spring Sale deals

• Bosch GSS20-40 orbital finishing sander — $49 $69 (save $20)

• Bosch ROS10 palm random orbit sander — $58.98 $79 (save $20.02)

• Bosch GWS10-450P angle grinder — $62.79 $89 (save $26.21)

• Bosch CS10 circular saw — $72.06 $129 (save $56.94)

• Bosch GWX10-45DE X-LOCK grinder — $79 $99 (save $20)

• Bosch GEX12V-5N 12V orbit sander (bare tool) — $79.82 $119 (save $39.18)

• Bosch GCU18V-30N drywall cut-out tool (bare tool) — $81.81 $139 (save $57.19)

• Bosch JS365 top-handle jigsaw kit — $88.36 $139 (save $50.64)

• Bosch PS31-2A drill/driver kit — $89 $139 (save $50)

• Bosch GAL18V6-80 6-port battery charger — $96.11 $119 (save $22.89)

• Bosch GDE18V-16 dust collection attachment — $98.21 $139 (save $40.79)

• Bosch PS41-2A hex impact driver kit — $99 $139 (save $40)

• Bosch GWX18V-8N X-LOCK grinder (bare tool) — $99 $139 (save $40)

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Connections is a game from the New York Times that challenges you to find the association between words. It sounds easy, but it isn't—Connections categories can be almost anything, and they're usually quite specific. If you need a hand getting the answers, we've got you covered.

Tesla Cybertruck: A sturdy, steel-plated, mean, electric pickup. That, at least, is what it was envisioned to be, but unfortunately for Tesla, the Cybertruck hasn't been very sturdy or reliable thus far.

Despite being on the market for a little over a year, the Cybertruck has been recalled over, and over, and over again. And most of those recalls weren't for minor issues that Tesla could fix with software updates. Nope, we're talking parts falling off, and accelerator pedals not working.

Even worse, in several cases, Tesla had to recall nearly all of the Cybertrucks it sold thus far, making these issue a headache for virtually every Cybertruck owner.

To put this in context, other car companies have recalls, too. For example, in the first quarter of 2024, Ford had the most recalls (17), and Chrysler was in second place (15), while Tesla only had 3 recalls.

SEE ALSO: The Cybertruck's failure is now complete

However, Tesla was the top offender when it comes to number of vehicles affected. And the Cybertruck in particular is very prone to recalls, having been recalled a total of eight times so far.

Tesla does have an official page with information on vehicle recalls, but the page is sparse, undated, and not particularly well organized. Without further ado, here's a list of all of the Cybertruck recalls – so far.

January 2024: Instrument panel fonts

Type of recall: Software issue

Number of potentially involved vehicles: 2,193,869

Description: "A visual warning indicator whose letter font size is smaller than 3.2 mm (1/8 inch), as prescribed in FMVSS Nos. 105 and 135, could reduce the driver’s detection of it when illuminated, increasing the risk of a collision."

Affected Cybertrucks: All 2024 model year Cybertruck vehicles

April 2024: Stuck accelerator pedal

Type of recall: Hardware issue

Number of potentially involved vehicles: 3,878

Description: "On affected vehicles, when high force is applied to the pad on the accelerator pedal, the pad may dislodge, which may cause the pedal to become trapped in the interior trim above the pedal."

Affected Cybertrucks: Model year 2024 Cybertruck vehicles manufactured from November 13, 2023, to April 4, 2024.

June 2024: Sail applique separation

Type of recall: Hardware issue

Number of potentially involved vehicles: 11,383

Description: "The sail applique on the trunk bed trim can become loose or separate from the vehicle."

Affected Cybertrucks: 2024 Cybertruck vehicles manufactured from November 13, 2023, to May 26,2024.

June 2024: Windshield wiper malfunctioning

Type of recall: Hardware issue

Number of potentially involved vehicles: 11,688

Description: "On affected vehicles, the front windshield wiper motor controller may stop functioning due to electrical overstress to the gate driver component."

Affected Cybertrucks: All model year 2024 Cybertruck vehicles manufactured from November 13, 2023, to June 6, 2024.

October 2024: Rearview display delayed image

Type of recall: Software issue

Number of potentially involved vehicles: 27,185

Description: "On certain affected vehicles, under certain conditions, the vehicle system (including the rearview image) may not complete a shutdown process before the system is commanded to boot-up. If the driver starts a backing event before the vehicle system completes its shut down and boot-up, the rearview image may not display within two seconds of placing the vehicle in reverse."

Affected Cybertrucks: Certain model year 2024 Cybertruck vehicles manufactured between November 13, 2023, and September 14, 2024.

November 2024: Faulty inverter

Type of recall: Hardware issue

Number of potentially involved vehicles: 2,431

Description: On affected vehicles, a fault in the drive inverter may cause it to stop producing torque

Affected Cybertrucks: Some model year 2024 Cybertruck vehicles manufactured between November 6, 2023, and July 30, 2024.

December 2024: TPMS Malfunction

Type of recall: Software issue

Number of potentially involved vehicles: 694,304

Description: "Tire pressure monitoring system malfunctioned due to a non-compliant software release. "

Affected Cybertrucks: Model year 2024 Cybertruck.

March 2025: Cant rail falling off

Type of recall: Hardware issue

Number of potentially involved vehicles: 46,096

Description: "The Cybertruck is equipped with a cosmetic applique along the exterior of the vehicle, known as the cant rail, which is an assembly comprised of an electrocoated steel stamping joined to a stainless steel panel with structural adhesive. The cant rail assembly is affixed to the vehicle with fasteners. On affected vehicles, the cant rail stainless steel panel may delaminate at the adhesive joint, which may cause the panel to separate from the vehicle"

Affected Cybertrucks: Model year 2024 and 2025 Cybertruck vehicles manufactured from November 13, 2023, to February 27, 2025.

NASA's Curiosity rover made a compelling find on Mars' irradiated surface.

The car-sized robot's molecule-sleuthing instrument, called Sample Analysis at Mars, or SAM, identified the longest-ever-found organic compounds on Mars. They could be fragments of "fatty acids," a building block of earthly life that can compose cell membranes. While the discovery in Martian mudstone isn't nearly definitive proof of past life on Mars — these fatty acids can also be formed via non-biological processes — it does show that such potential evidence can be preserved in Mars' extremely harsh surface environs.

It also underscores that NASA's nuclear-powered rovers have done their job — identifying potential evidence of life — and that the samples must now be deeply scrutinized by scientists on Earth.

“We are ready to take the next big step and bring Mars samples home to our labs to settle the debate about life on Mars,” Daniel Glavin, the senior scientist for sample return at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center, said in a statement.

SEE ALSO: NASA dropped a new report. It's a wake-up call.

The debate about Martian life, however, won't be settled anytime soon. NASA's Mars Sample Return mission is in limbo as the space agency seeks out cheaper and simpler ways to transport samples (collected by Curiosity's sibling robot, Perseverance) in sealed, cigar-sized titanium tubes. Plans won't be finalized until 2026, and it's unlikely the samples will be returned to Earth before the mid-2030s.

These newly identified chains of organic molecules, which are based on carbon similar to much of life on Earth, certainly add more weight to the scientific merit behind the ambitious sample return endeavor. Such a journey to Mars and back may still cost some $6 to $8 billion. Specifically, the rock samples assessed by the Curiosity rover contain decane, undecane, and dodecane, which are composed of long chains of carbon atoms.

The research was published in the peer-reviewed journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.

This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed. The drilling target in "Yellowknife Bay" where the Curiosity rover gathered pulverized rock samples perserving the long-chain organic molecules. Credit: NASA / JPL-Caltech / MSSS

Adding to the samples' intrigue is where they were found. Curiosity drilled the rock from a region in the expansive Gale Crater called "Yellowknife Bay," which is an ancient, dried-up lakebed. On Earth, we know that life thrives in such watery, often nutrient-rich environs. Could it have done so on Mars, too?

"There is evidence that liquid water existed in Gale Crater for millions of years and probably much longer, which means there was enough time for life-forming chemistry to happen in these crater-lake environments on Mars,” Glavin, who coauthored the new Mars research, said.

What's more, each of the fatty acids detected in the rover's microwave-sized Sample Analysis at Mars instrument is a chain of carbons between 11 to 13 long. "Notably, non-biological processes typically make shorter fatty acids, with less than 12 carbons," NASA noted.

This all adds up to a significant amount of scientific intrigue — but no clear answers. Today, Mars is 1,000 times drier than the driest desert on Earth. But amid a warmer, hospitable climate — which hosted expansive lakes, long shorelines, and great Martian oceans — life might have found a way billions of years ago.

Hardy Martian life could have also once thrived well beyond the reach of NASA's rovers, deep in the Red Planet's subsurface, protected from radiation and climate extremes. But that's another story waiting to be written by another, future robot.

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It's a simple truth: Where there’s a Dyson product, there’s a dupe, and that holds especially true for Dyson beauty products.

The brand entered the beauty sphere in 2016 when it released the now-iconic Supersonic, a hair dryer with an innovative design that maximized airflow and minimized hair damage. Eight years later, it remains the most highly-praised hair dryer on the market, making it clear that Dyson's beauty tech bet was more than a success. While it’s an impressive product, it also retails for $429 — a price that you don't need to pay for an exceptional at-home hair dry.

SEE ALSO: I tested the best Dyson Airwrap dupes under $300: The Shark FlexStyle is no longer your only option What makes the Dyson Supersonic special? 

The Supersonic first made waves because, in typical Dyson fashion, it brought an upgraded, futuristic design to an everyday product.

Dyson is known for this aesthetic, but the sleek look on this dryer also has a function. The ring-shaped head ditches the vented and coiled model of the traditional hair dryer and houses the tiny V9 motor in the handle. The combination of the V9 motor and the Air Multiplier technology makes for a dryer that clocks in at only 1.8 pounds yet still delivers a powerful airflow that’s notably quieter than the roar of a traditional dryer. That extra strong airflow also makes this dryer less reliant on heat and keeps hair damage to a minimum.

SEE ALSO: All the best skincare tech that we tested and loved, and some that we didn’t

To further minimize damage, the Supersonic also measures the air temperature up to 20 times per second and uses a built-in ionizer to minimize static and give hair a sleek finish, which brings us to a quick ionizer science lesson.

Ionizers are pretty common in higher-end air dryers. Why? They blow negative ions at wet hair to reduce static electricity by sealing the hair cuticle and taking down the power of that positive ionic charge (aka what's causing that annoying frizz). As negative ions make contact with hair, they're also dispersing the positive ions of water, therefore cutting down on your drying time and reducing damage in the process.

Basically, it's one of the reasons the Dyson Supersonic provides such quick and excellent results and why hair dryers with ionizers cost more money — they do more than simply dry hair.

SEE ALSO: Best vacuum cleaners 2025, from cordless stick vacuums to robot vacuums

Magnetic attachments designed to easily snap onto the blow dryer round out the futuristic feel of the Supersonic, with five included — a styling concentrator, a flyaway attachment, a diffuser, a gentle air attachment, and a wide tooth comb. It's a nice array of included nozzles, even for high-end dryers, which might typically include three to four attachments at the most.

Why is the Dyson Supersonic so expensive?

At $429, the Supersonic is definitely an investment. However, you're paying for a high-end motor that's built to last, multiple heat settings to protect hair, an innovative design, and of course, the ionic tech. Other dryers from popular hot tool brands like T3, ghd, and Harry Josh boast some similar features and run you anywhere from $150 to $350, but none quite capture the magic of the Supersonic.

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When I tested the Supersonic, I found that it had a luxe feel that stands out from other hair dryers. But don't forget: the Dyson Supersonic is now almost 10 years old.

Last year Dyson did release the updated Supersonic Nural (more info in the FAQ section below), but it's not a drastically different product, with the main upgrade coming in the form of smart features, including improved temperature regulation and attachment detection. I will be testing the Nural and the other smart hair dryers like it that have hit the market for this guide, but for the time being, the dupe selections below reflect comparisons to the original Dyson Supersonic.

Even with the first Supersonic being an older model, there is something to be said about it standing the test of time. On the other hand, Dyson competitors have had plenty of time to develop alternatives, all at a fraction of the price.

What is the best dupe for the Dyson Supersonic?

There are a lot of luxury blow dryers and dupes that look like Dyson but skimp on quality. A good rule of thumb: Avoid the $40 Amazon knockoffs that copy Dyson's signature fuchsia and nickel design. I promise they won't perform the same, and you'll be lucky if they last six months.

Instead, I tested a bunch of hair dryers, some that look similar to the Supersonic, and some that look nothing like it. I wanted to find the best hair dryers that replicate the Supersonic experience: That is to say, they give a hair dry that feels quick, easy, and at least a little luxurious.

Below, you'll find my deep dive into the five best Dyson Supersonic dupes.

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.

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: Teams in the US capital

• Green: Moves on skates

• Blue: Coaches past the round of 32

• Purple: Retired soccer team names

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

• Yellow: DC sports teams

• Green: Figure skating jumps

• Blue: Men's basketball coaches in Sweet 16

• Purple: Former MLS team names

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 #184 is...

What is the answer to Connections Sports Edition today

• DC Sports teams - CAPITALS, MYSTICS, NATIONALS, WIZARDS

• Figure skating jumps - AXEL, LOOP, LUTZ, SALCHOW

• Men's basketball coaches in the Sweet 16 - OATS, PAINTER, PEARL, POPE

• Former MLS team names - BURN, FUSION, METROSTARS, MUTINY

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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The Daily Show's Ronny Chieng has weighed in on Trump administration's now infamous Signal group chat, in which U.S. officials planned to bomb Yemen without realising that national security advisor Michael Waltz had inadvertently added The Atlantic editor-in-chief Jeffrey Goldberg to the conversation.

"Is anyone else kind of upset that we're conducting war by emoji now?" quipped Chieng, noting that Waltz reacted the air strikes with a string of emojis.

SEE ALSO: The Trump administration accidentally texted military plans to a journalist. The White House says it's fine.

Skewering Republicans' reactions to the Signal scandal, Chieng pointed out their paradoxical responses of calling the breach a mistake, deriding Goldberg's journalistic integrity, and saying that the leaked chat actually proved the officials' competence.

"So this reporter who is dishonest and sucks is also correct," said Chieng. "You can't use 'it was a mistake' and 'it was fake news.' You gotta pick one."

Chieng also jokingly expressed empathy for the U.S. officials, "who are just trying their best to kill other humans."

"I guarantee that if anyone in this audience had their group chats leaked, it would ruin every single one of your lives," quipped Chieng. "I personally have chats that are actually more sensitive than a missile attack on the Houthis, OK? If you told me that my group chats leaked, and then told me it was just my missile attack one, I'd be like, 'oh my god, thank god, thank god."