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Super Bowl Sunday is nearly here. And even if you're not a sports fan, it remains the biggest unofficial American holiday. Or maybe you are a sports fan but don't understand why there's so much talk about Bad Bunny's halftime show.

No matter your interests, we here at Mashable have you covered. We've collected all the major storylines, important people, and info you need to know for Super Bowl LX on Sunday, Feb. 8.

Super Bowl LX: The facts

The New England Patriots will face off against the Seattle Seahawks for Super Bowl LX (that's 60 in Roman numerals, by the way). Here are the quick, bullet-point facts you need to know about the game.

• The game kicks off roughly at 6:30 p.m. ET on Sunday, Feb. 8. It's being played outside of San Francisco and will air on NBC. You can also stream it on Peacock.

• The Seahawks are considered slight favorites to win, having reached the big game largely on the strength of their dominant defense. The Patriots, meanwhile, skyrocketed to success (yet again) after a brief downturn following the end of the Tom Brady era.

• Both quarterbacks in the game have interesting backstories, which brings us to our next section...

The football stars you need to know

The Super Bowl can turn somewhat anonymous NFL players into household names. Here are the stars you should probably know before the game kicks off.

• Drake Maye: The career paths for the Super Bowl LX quarterbacks could not be more different. Maye, who quarterbacks the Patriots, has rocketed upward since being drafted two seasons ago. His first year was promising, but this season — under a new coaching staff — he played at a potentially MVP-winning level. He's one of the most promising young players in the NFL, performing at an elite level well ahead of schedule.

• Sam Darnold: It's been more of a roller coaster ride for Darnold. He was drafted third overall in 2018 by the New York Jets but struggled to find success with the franchise synonymous with failure. He flamed out in New York and with his second-chance franchise, the Carolina Panthers. He spent a year as a backup before joining the Minnesota Vikings, reviving his career with a 14-win season, only to be discarded again. Now here he is in Super Bowl LX with his new team, the Seattle Seahawks.

• Stefon Diggs: Diggs, a New England wide receiver, was once a superstar, even if he's a bit less explosive now at 32 years old. But you also might know him as Cardi B's boyfriend.

• Jaxon Smith-Njigba: Smith-Njigba is Seattle's star receiver, who had a stunning breakout season. Expect to see him catching the ball. A lot.

• Mike Vrabel: The Patriots coach is sort of a magician. Last year, a version of this roster won a pathetic four games. This season, they won 14 games. You can give a lot of that credit to Vrabel, who took over in 2025.

• Mike MacDonald: The Seattle coach. He's a defensive guru who has totally transformed the franchise in just two years at the helm.

There are, obviously, lots of other stars in the big game, but those are the absolute top-line folks you need to know.

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The Super Bowl is much more than just the game itself. Here are the other folks who'll almost certainly play a role in the broadcast.

• Bad Bunny: The wildly talented Puerto Rican megastar is playing the halftime show.

• Tom Brady: The legendary Patriots QB who led the team to six Super Bowl victories.

• Bill Belichick: The legendary coach of the New England dynasty teams. He's been in the news for less fun reasons lately, namely his thus-far disastrous stint coaching North Carolina, and for being snubbed out of the Hall of Fame.

• Cardi B: The rap superstar is dating Diggs and will almost certainly be at the game.

• Ann Michael Maye: Fans in the Boston area are obsessed with Drake Maye and, in turn, have grown obsessed with his wife, Ann. And, to be fair, their relationship seems quite wholesome. Folks, especially, loved watching Ann's baking exploits on social media, which she dubbed "Bakemas" in the lead-up to Christmas. It was so popular, it has even branched out into a local, baking-focused TV show.

• Malcolm Butler: The Patriots defeated the Seahawks in the 2015 Super Bowl. The game was largely decided by a last-minute, miracle interception by New England defender Malcolm Butler. Get ready to see that play and to hear his name.

A highly anticipated halftime show (and the Trump of it all)

People are super excited to see Bad Bunny perform during halftime, especially fresh off Bad Bunny's Grammy win for Album of the Year. The Puerto Rican star has, however, regularly voiced his opposition to President Donald Trump and directly criticized ICE at the Grammys.

"Before I say thanks to God, I'm gonna say ICE out. We're not savage, we're not animals, we're not aliens, we are humans, and we are Americans," he said onstage.

A certain section of America — roughly the same folks upset at a Spanish-language artist performing at the Super Bowl — don't appreciate that criticism. A major question for folks is whether Bad Bunny will make a political statement during the halftime show, as he performs for America's largest TV audience.

The narratives and drama

Some football fans might not admit it, but the sport is all about the drama. We love a good story. Here are the narratives to know.

• Patriots fatigue: Football fans hated the Patriots for years as they dominated the NFL for much of the past two decades. Finally, with Brady gone, they had fallen back to Earth. Or so we thought. The franchise suffered just five middling years before returning to the Super Bowl. For many NFL fans, that is simply unfair. The Detroit Lions, for instance, are one of the oldest franchises in the league — around since 1930 — and have never appeared in a Super Bowl.

• Who's for real? These two teams are both great. But NFL fans love to doubt. Folks have questioned the ease of New England's schedule — it was one of the easiest in NFL history — and openly wondered if the team is that good. Other NFL fans, meanwhile, question if Darnold might spontaneously play like the guy who flamed out at previous stops.

• A new champion: The last half-decade has been dominated by the Kansas City Chiefs, who've won three Super Bowls since 2020. They typically faced off against the San Francisco 49ers or the Philadelphia Eagles in the big game. But 2026's matchup is completely different and is perhaps a marker of a new era.

There are, of course, a million things that could happen in the Super Bowl. Heck, the last time these teams played in the championship, a miracle interception happened. But now, at the very least, you've got a grasp on all the basics before game day.

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We know that's not realistic. We're aware that not everyone is going to be able to completely dedicate themselves to this spectable. Most fans will need to be selective. If you're picking and choosing from the busy schedule, we strongly suggest you make some time for alpine skiing.

Do you like seeing brave individuals throw themselves down a mountain at incredible speed, aiming to shave off fractions of seconds in a desperate attempt to secure a medal? Of course you do. This level of skiing is absolutely electric, and the best of the best are competing on this grand stage.

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When is the 2026 Winter Olympics alpine skiing?

The alpine skiing schedule from the 2026 Winter Olympics is absolutely stacked. The full schedule of events is as follows:

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• Women's Downhill — 5:30 a.m. ET on Feb. 8

• Men's Team Combined Downhill — 4:30 a.m. ET on Feb. 9

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• Women's Team Combined Slalom — 8 a.m. ET on Feb. 10

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• Women's Super-G — 5:30 a.m. ET on Feb. 12

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Heated Rivalry has audiences hot and bothered and hungry for more. But it'll likely be two years before rival hockey pros Shane Hollander (Hudson Williams) and Ilya Rozanov (Connor Storrie) return with Season 2. So what are we to do until then?

Fans are split on this. Some will tell you to plunge into the source material, Rachel Reid's Game Changer book series, which offers several spicy, hockey-centered MLM novels. Others might suggest Ember & Ice, a Quinn audio erotica drop, which reunites Williams and Storrie as winged fairies yearning for each other. (It debuted so big, the app crashed.)

Still others will recommend the "gay fever dream" that is the Interview with the Vampire TV series, as it shares an enemies-to-lovers plotline and Ilya definitely has his Brat Prince moments. However, as a big fan of the Anne Rice-inspired series, I'll warn that Interview with the Vampire is much more about tragedy and trauma than it is queer joy. So, my top recommendation for those thirsting for more of a Heated Rivalry vibe would be the upcoming A24 offering Pillion.

SEE ALSO: Why is the sex in 'Heated Rivalry' so hot? How do Heated Rivalry and Pillion compare? Connor Storrie and Hudson Williams in the finale of "Heated Rivalry." Credit: Sabrina Lantos / HBO Max

An adorably eager Harry Melling stars as Colin, a timid virgin, who falls hard for a BDSM leather daddy named Ray — played by a strapping Alexander Skarsgård. This English romantic drama has earned buzz on the film festival circuit in 2025. In his review out of Cannes, Siddhant Adlakha called it "some of the most entertaining drama and comedy you're likely to see this year."

It's also hot, funny, and moving. But even at a glance, Pillion and Heated Rivalry have some striking similarities. Both Heated Rivalry and Pillion are based on novels; the former Rachel Reid's book of the same name, the latter Adam Mars-Jones's Box Hill. As Heated Rivalry was created by Jacob Tierney and Pillion written and directed by Harry Lighton, both adaptations are not only queer MLM romances with graphic sex scenes, but are also made by gay men.

Beyond that, their plotlines have a lot in common: A dark-haired young man who is very close to his parents falls for a swaggering, macho blonde who seems his polar opposite. To the surprise of others, they become lovers, thanks to the blonde initiating their first sexual encounter and being his new partner's first top. Though their relationship is initially about sex, they will grow to care for each other, leading to an awkward family meal where the blonde gets to know his lover's parents (for better or worse!).

However, from this meet-the-parents point Pillion speeds down a different path. While Colin and Ray won't ride off into the sunset like Shane and Ilya, Pillion is nonetheless a story of queer joy — but also kink.

Pillion offers BDSM kink, yearning, and heart. Harry Melling's "Pillion character poster." Credit: A24 Alexander Skarsgård's "Pillion" character poster. Credit: A24

Who says BDSM can't be sweet? Often, in the media, the kinks that involve bondage, dominance, discipline, submission, sadism, or masochism are painted with a scandalous brush that regards them as depraved and dangerous. The Fifty Shades trilogy was released with much hand-wringing over a woman surrendering herself to BDSM dominance by a man. House of Hammer, a documentary exposé about Armie Hammer, misrepresented the BDSM community by positing it as a space ripe for misogynistic abuse. And the Hellraiser franchise has been turning BDSM gear and the pleasure/pain dynamic into nightmare fuel since 1987. Occasionally, however, a movie comes along that showcases such kinks without condemnation, instead celebrating the pleasure found in the pain, the joy found in giving in, and the intimacy that can bloom between a dominant and a submissive. Following in the footsteps of such pro-BDSM film as Secretary and Babygirl comes Pillion. But unlike its sisters in kink, this offering has men in the dom and sub roles.

Like Heated Rivalry, Pillion is a tale of opposites attract that is hot, hilarious, and heartwarming. (But first and foremost: hot!) From the very start of Lighton's film, the stark contrast between his lovers is comically clear in how they present themselves to the world.

Their meet-cute is at an English pub, where Colin (Melling, who famously played Dudley Dursley in the Harry Potter movies) is crooning in a tweed hat and pastel-striped blazer, performing as part of a barbershop quartet alongside his dad (Douglas Hodge). It's a wholesome hobby that actually reflects the earnestness of Colin in all things, even his emerging interest in kink. Which is piqued by the tall, strapping blonde called Ray (Skarsgård) who's playing darts in the corner with a gang of rowdy bikers, all snug in leather, metal, and fetish gear.

When Ray makes a move on Colin, he's as shocked and titillated as a blushing Shane was when Ilya got randy in the showers. Unlike Shane Hollander, Colin is out to his family, so he is quick to tell his parents that he has a date with a biker. (They're so supportive that Colin's dad lends him a leather jacket to wear — ill-fitting though it may be!)

Where meeting the parents is the emotional climax of Heated Rivalry, it's the midway point of Ray and Colin's journey. With a firm hand, Ray leads Colin by the dog collar into a dom-sub relationship, demanding the young man be submissive, including cooking, cleaning, dressing to Ray's liking (in leather and metal), and surrendering his body for wrestling foreplay and anal sex.

New to this BDSM scene, Colin is often wide-eyed and awkward, but always consenting. Their first sexual encounter is subversive, sensual, and so fumbling that it's laugh-out-loud funny. Yet Pillion never urges the audience to laugh at Colin. Instead, the deep empathy of Lighton's approach and Melling's vulnerable performance urge us all to imagine ourselves in Colin's shoes. Who among us hasn't had a crush that made us willing to risk looking like a fool? Like Shane, Colin is earnest and vulnerable in his longing and eventually loving of his partner. But unlike Shane, Colin never experiences any shame for his queerness or desires.

Pillion and Heated Rivalry use sex as a tool of self-discovery. Connor Storrie and Hudson Williams share a shower in "Heated Rivalry." Credit: Sabrina Lantos / HBO Max

Both romances portray lovers who learn more about themselves through their sexual relationship with each other. Colin's journey, however, is not about coming to terms with being queer. It's about opening himself up to new experiences, and then setting boundaries as he understands what he wants.

For much of the film, he's happy to go along with whatever Ray wants. But as their relationship evolves, Colin doesn't just "yes and" all of Ray's commands, but pushes back, demanding more emotional intimacy. Now, their "cottage" moment is less private, more provocative — involving full frontal nudity and group sex — but still sweet. On a picnic table at a camping retreat, Ray gives in to Colin's need for more romance while meeting his need for BDSM kink. And watching them both thrill in this moment is as exciting as when Ilya says he's going to Shane's cottage.

Pillion won't probe Ray's psyche as deeply as Heated Rivalry does Ilya's. There will be no tragic backstory and little idea of what Ray does outside of Colin. Yet Ray doesn't feel unknowable because of Skarsgård's nuanced performance. While Melling offers a portrait that is so vulnerable you may well blush to see his exposed wanting, Skarsgård seems initially a snarling sex god. But as Ray lets Colin into his home, Skarsgård works a glint of softness and excitement into Ray's aloof demeanor. In these moments of flickering vulnerability, we get a sense of who Ray is outside of his persona as a dom. And surprisingly, it'll be Colin who pushes Ray out of his comfort zone.

Lighton's script bonds us to Colin, urging us to understand the thrill of discovery of kink, the swoon of being under the grip of an astoundingly hot lover, and the trembling fear of not being enough to keep them happy. But it's when Colin brings Ray into his world that a new side of this smoldering dom unlocks. It's a sequence that feels more rom-com than anything in Heated Rivalry, the kind of sequence you could imagine in a Richard Curtis movie, climaxing in a gleeful, affectionate tumble in a public park. And then comes a moment, small and unspoken but definitive. Their relationship will never, can never, be the same.

Alexander Skarsgård dominates in the kinkiest and sweetest movie of the year. Harry Melling and Alexander Skarsgård go on a first date in "Pillion." Credit: A24

But it's Melling who makes Pillion a marvel. Scenes of Ray's seduction will make the audience swoon, yet it's Melling's dedicated openness that makes Pillion feel authentic instead of like some splashy Hollywood fantasy. This isn't 50 Shades of Gray sleek and glamourous. This is wilder, richer, and infinitely more enthralling. Pillion is not only sexy and exciting, but also funny, poignant, and a shining beacon to all those trembling about letting their freak flag fly. 

Perhaps Ray is how we might wish to seem to a new partner, mysterious and breathtakingly cool. Colin is how we might fear being seen, so earnest that it’s “cringe.” Like Heated Rivalry, these two very different lovers represent mystique and openness. One will draw you in, but you need the other to keep a relationship growing. Whether it's Shane and Ilya or Colin and Ray, this is the lesson of both romances.

This tricky emotional growth is often glossed over in Hollywood sex scenes with a sweeping orchestral score and chaste coverage. Yet, these stories of gay men in love offer nudity, graphic sex, romantic fantasy, and in the end, an earnest, unapologetic reality. The English film and Canadian series are bolder and yet more delicate, and thereby electrifying and life-affirming.

Both these queer relationships begin with a risky hook-up, then grow through chemistry and an embrace of sex and exploration. Through these steamy and ardent romances, Pillion and Heated Rivalry challenge us: What more might we experience and enjoy if we — like the lovers themselves — dared to open ourselves up? 

Heated Rivalry is now on HBO Max. Pillion opens in theaters on Feb. 6.

YouTube is the go-to platform for vloggers, content creators, musicians, and anyone who loves to share their life through the art of video.

The most-followed channels on the platform have amassed huge subscriber counts, well into the millions, showing just how many of us enjoy sitting back and relaxing with a good YouTube video. From celebs to entertainment giants, influencers to creators, these channels dominate YouTube with viral videos, dedicated fan bases, and massive viewership.

SEE ALSO: YouTube channels to help keep your mind calm

But have you ever wondered who holds the acclaim of top spot for the most subscribed channel? Wonder no more, here are the 10 YouTube channels with the most subscribers, according to Social Blade.

1. Mr Beast - 451 million subscribers

MrBeast’s YouTube channel is known for its over-the-top challenges, massive cash giveaways, philanthropy, and jaw-dropping stunts, making it one of the platform’s biggest and most influential channels.

2. T-Series - 307 million subscribers

T-Series is India's largest Music Label & Movie Studio, and the YouTube channel features a vast collection of Bollywood music videos, movie trailers, and songs.

3. Cocomelon - Nursery Rhymes - 199 million subscribers

Cocomelon Nursery Rhymes' YouTube channel is a favorite among parents, featuring colorful, educational animations and catchy songs for young children. Engaging colors and fun storytelling aim to help toddlers learn letters, numbers, and life lessons.

4. YouTube Movies - 195 million subscribers

The YouTube Movies channel is the go-to spot for renting and streaming new movie releases, shorts and trailers. You can choose between renting, buying, or watching select titles for free with ads.

5. SET India - 187 million subscribers

SET India’s YouTube channel offers full episodes, clips, and promos from Sony Entertainment Television’s popular Indian shows. Featuring drama series, reality shows, crime thrillers, and comedy programs.

6. Vlad and Niki - 147 million subscribers

Vlad and Niki’s YouTube channel is a popular kids’ channel full of imaginative playtime adventures, toy reviews, and family-friendly challenges. The channel tells the stories of two brothers through educational content and exciting adventures.

7. Kids Diana Show - 137 million subscribers

Kids Diana Show’s YouTube channel features fun, colorful videos of young Diana playing imaginative games, reviewing toys, and other family-friendly adventures. This channel focuses on storytelling, games, and learning.

8. Stokes Twins - 134 million subscribers

The Stokes Twins' YouTube channel features a mix of pranks, challenges, comedic skits, and vlogs. Run by Alex and Alan Stokes, the pair have become known for their stunts and antics.

9. Like Nastya - 131 million subscribers

Like Nastya's YouTube channel is another family-friendly account that follows the exciting adventures of a young girl named Nastya. Videos include fun toy reviews, imaginative games, and educational content.

10. Music - 125 million subscribers

The Music YouTube channel is fairly self-explanatory in its content, but has surprisingly shared only posts and no videos. Content is not frequent and often features recent releases and promos of Shorts.

The Moon is starting to get smaller, with the right side losing light each night (if you're in the Southern Hemisphere, it will be the left side that starts to darken). This is because we are in the Moon's waning phase, as we head towards the New Moon.

What is today’s Moon phase?

As of Wednesday, Feb. 4, the Moon phase is Waning Gibbous. According to NASA's Daily Moon Guide, 93% of the Moon will be lit up tonight.

Tonight, without any visual aids you should be able to see the Mare Imbrium, Kepler Crater, and the Oceanus Procellarum tonight. With binoculars, you'll also see the Alps Mountains , Mare Nectaris, and the Grimaldi Basin, too. Finally, with a telescope, you'll see all this plus the Apollo 16, 12, and 11 landing spots.

When is the next Full Moon?

The next Full Moon will be on March 3.

What are Moon phases?

According to NASA, the lunar cycle lasts around 29.5 days. This is how long the Moon takes to travel once around Earth. Over that period, it passes through eight recognised phases. The same side of the Moon always faces our planet, however the portion that appears lit changes as the Moon moves along its orbit. The amount of sunlight reaching the Moon is what makes it appear full, partially illuminated, or almost invisible at different points in the cycle. The eight lunar phases are:

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. (Northern Hemisphere)

Third Quarter (or Last 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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A24 has released the official trailer for romantic dramedy The Drama, giving us a closer look at Zendaya and Robert Pattinson as a happily engaged couple who may not match any of those descriptions for very long.

The Drama's trailer follows Emma (Zendaya) and Charlie (Pattinson) as they prepare for their upcoming wedding, which is now only days away. The stage seems set for a picturesque romance, with the pair apparently hopelessly in love. That is, until they play a game with friends (Mamoudou Athie and Alana Haim) in which they each confess to the worst thing they've ever done.

The trailer doesn't reveal exactly what Emma says, but whatever it is, it looks as though it doesn't quite match the playful atmosphere. This unexpected revelation appears to severely shake Emma and Charlie's relationship, swiftly sending their wedding week spinning out of control. Be prepared for car crashes, questionable drinking habits, accusations and arguments, and, well, a ton of drama.

The Drama arrives in theatres on April 3.

Netflix has released a teaser trailer for Bridgerton Season 4 Part 2, offering a hint of what's in store for Benedict Bridgerton (Luke Thompson) and Sophie Baek (Yerin Ha). They certainly have a long way to go after that dramatic mid-season finale.

When we last saw the star-crossed lovers, Benedict had presented Sophie with a proposal that he seemed to believe was romantic, but had viewers gasping in outrage. The rift torn between the pair will make it interesting to see how they reconcile over the season's final four episodes — though we at least know that a steaming hot bathtub will be involved.

Bridgerton Season 4, Part 1 is now streaming on Netflix. Part 2 premieres Feb. 26.

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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To scare.

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SPOOK

Hurdle Word 2 hint

A stream.

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BROOK

Hurdle Word 3 hint

To spy.

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SNOOP

Hurdle Word 4 hint

Work.

Hurdle Word 4 answer

LABOR

Final Hurdle hint

Protection.

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ARMOR

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We've all been there: You're under the covers, scrolling through Tinder way past your bedtime. You're on a left-swipe roll and accidentally pass on someone you would've swiped right on so hard your thumb would break.

The only way to Rewind — reverse your last swipe — is to pay for Tinder, so why don't you go ahead and just drop some money to pay for a Tinder Plus subscription? Or even Tinder Gold or Tinder Platinum?

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Tinder confirmed to Mashable that the app considers a user's previous account activity, including how long you've had their account, past purchases, and past engagement, when providing subscription offers. Demographic factors like age, gender, and sexual orientation don't factor in, according to Tinder. The exact cost may also vary based on international exchange rates. But according to Mashable's latest roundup of best hookup apps, here's what each subscription will cost you per month:

• One month of Tinder Plus: $22.48

• One month of Tinder Gold: $36

• One month of Tinder Platinum: $45

If, when you get the next month's charge, you regret this financial decision, you'll need to cancel Tinder Gold. Here's how to do it.

What is Tinder Gold?

Tinder Gold is one of the dating app's tier subscription options. Maybe they call it Gold because it's the Goldilocks of plans: more perks (and costing more) than Tinder Plus, but fewer perks and a smaller price tag than Tinder Platinum.

With all Tinder subscriptions, you don't see ads. You have unlimited Likes (as opposed to 100 right-swipes per day for free users), unlimited Rewinds, and can use the Passport feature for any location.

Tinder Gold, unlike Tinder Plus, also includes Top Picks, which show you your "most swipe-worthy matches." You'll get one free Boost a month, which makes you a top profile in your area for 30 minutes, and free weekly Super Likes, which let the user know you Liked them before they Like you back.

In addition to all of those features, Tinder Platinum allows you to see Likes you made; gives you Priority Likes, which put you at the top of your potential match's options; and lets you send a message when you Super Like.

How to cancel Tinder Gold (or Plus, or Platinum)

How you cancel Tinder Gold or other subscriptions depends on how you subscribed. Deleting the app on your phone won't cancel the subscription, and if you purchased it through the Apple or Google Play Store, deleting your Tinder account itself won't cancel it either.

If you bought Tinder Gold on your iPhone, open your Settings and tap on your name. Then tap subscriptions, select your Tinder one, and press Cancel Subscription.

For Android, there are two options. If you purchased through the Google Play Store, go there on your Android. Tap the Menu icon and go to Subscriptions. Select the Tinder subscription, and choose Cancel Subscription.

If you used the direct credit card option on Android, open Tinder on your device. Go to your profile, tap Manage Payment Account, then Cancel Subscription.

Finally, if you bought Tinder Gold through Tinder's browser application, go to the site. Tap the profile icon, go to Manage Account, then click Cancel or disable Auto Renew. Deleting your Tinder account on the browser site also automatically cancels the subscription if you bought it there.

Still having trouble? Tinder has a separate article for help on canceling the subscription, but it's basically the same instructions. Should you need individualized help, screenshot what you're seeing and contact Tinder directly.

How to unsubscribe from Tinder

Use these instructions if you bought a Tinder subscription on your iPhone

Total Time

• 2 min

What You Need

• iPhone

Step 1: Open your Settings on iPhone

Step 2: Tap on your name

Step 3: Tap Subscriptions and select Tinder

Step 4: Press "Cancel Subscription"

Step 5: Still having trouble?

Tinder has a help page on its site for canceling your subscription, and it outlines the same instructions as here. If you need individualized help, take a screenshot of what you're seeing and contact Tinder directly.

What happens when I delete Tinder Gold?

You'll still have access to the paid features until the subscription runs out. Tinder doesn't prorate fees based on the cancellation date, nor does it retroactively refund previous payments.

Canceling your paid subscription doesn't delete your Tinder account, so you can still use it for free. Should you want the extras again, you can always start a new subscription. Until then, enjoy your regret-free swipes.

This article was first published in 2021 and republished in 2026.

Welcome to your guide to Pips, the latest game in the New York Times catalogue.

Released in August 2025, the Pips 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. As we've shared in our previous hints stories for Pips, the tiles, like dominoes, 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 February 4, 2026 Easy difficulty hints, answers for Feb. 4 Pips

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

Number (5): Everything in this space must add up to 5. The answer is 1-5, placed vertically.

Number (5): Everything in this space must add up to 5. The answer is 3-2, placed vertically.

Equal (2): Everything in this space must be equal to 2. The answer is 5-2, placed horizontally.

Medium difficulty hints, answers for Feb. 4 Pips

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

Equal (1): Everything in this orange space must be equal to 1. The answer is 3-1, placed vertically; 1-2, placed horizontally.

Equal (2): Everything in this space must be equal to 2. The answer is 0-2, placed vertically.

Number (7): Everything in this space must add up to 7. The answer is 3-3, placed horizontally; 2-4, placed vertically.

Number (4): Everything in this space must add up to 4. The answer is 3-2, placed horizontally; 2-4, placed vertically.

Greater Than (2): Everything in this space must be greater than 2. The answer is 3-2, placed horizontally.

Hard difficulty hints, answers for Feb. 4 Pips

Greater Than (2): Everything in this space must be greater than 2. The answer is 4-3, placed vertically.

Number (7): Everything in this orange space must add up to 7. The answer is 4-3, placed vertically; 4-0, placed horizontally.

Number (7): Everything in this red space must add up to 7. The answer is 0-1, placed vertically; 6-3, placed vertically.

Number (7): Everything in this dark blue space must add up to 7. The answer is 6-3, placed vertically; 4-1, placed vertically.

Greater Than (0): Everything in this space must be greater than 0. The answer is 4-1, placed vertically.

Greater Than (1): Everything in this space must be greater than 1. The answer is 2-1, placed horizontally.

Number (7): Everything in this light blue space must add up to 7. The answer is 2-1, placed horizontally; 5-1, placed horizontally.

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Today's Connections: Sports Edition will be easy if you like playing fantasy sports.

As we've shared in previous hints stories, this is a 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: Wordle-obsessed? These are the best word games to play IRL. 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: Easy victory

• Green: Roster management

• Blue: Playing surface

• Purple: Magicmen

Here are today's Connections: Sports Edition categories

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

• Yellow: Win Smoothly

• Green: Fantasy Sports Trade Options

• Blue: Areas of Play, In Different Sports

• Purple: Members of the Orlando Magic

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 #497 is...

What is the answer to Connections: Sports Edition today?

• Win Smoothly - BREEZE, COAST, CRUISE, WALTZ

• Fantasy Sports Trade Options - ACCEPT, COUNTER, PROPOSE, REJECT

• Areas of Play, In Different Sports - COURSE, COURT, FRONTON, RINK

• Members of the Orlando Magic - BANCHERO, BANE, BLACK, SUGGS

Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be new sports 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.

There's no doubt about it: 2026 is going to be jam-packed for Apple TV.

The streamer is hoping to keep up the momentum from its stellar 2025, which saw the premiere of acclaimed, award-winning shows like Pluribus and The Studio, not to mention the triumphant return of Severance. After all that TV goodness, what could possibly be next?

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The answer? A lot! At its 2026 press day, Apple TV unveiled its entire slate of film and TV for the year, from new buzzy shows like Imperfect Women to more Ted Lasso. It's a substantial list, and we've gathered it here in one place for your perusal. From potential new TV obsessions to films of all genres, here's what's coming to Apple TV in 2026, in chronological order.

Shrinking Season 3

Apple TV kicked off 2026 with one of its best shows, the currently airing Shrinking Season 3, which sees the continued misadventures of therapist Jimmy (Jason Segel) and his family, friends, and coworkers. Tune in for more life lessons and cathartic tears, and see why Mashable UK Editor Shannon Connellan wrote, "This show is so good it boggles my brain."

Starring: Jason Segel, Harrison Ford, Christa Miller, Jessica Williams, Luke Tennie, Michael Urie, Lukita Maxwell, Ted McGinley, Brett Goldstein, Damon Wayans Jr., Wendie Malick, Cobie Smulders, Jeff Daniels, Candice Bergen, and Michael J. Fox

How to watch: Shrinking Season 3 is now streaming on Apple TV, with new episodes every Wednesday.

Eternity

OK, technically Eternity isn't a new release, but it will be new to streaming on Apple TV. This winning romantic comedy imagines a love triangle in the afterlife, where the late Joan (Elizabeth Olsen) must choose between spending eternity with Larry (Miles Teller), her husband of over 60 years, or Luke (Callum Turner), her first husband who died at war before they truly had a life together. If that thought gives you an existential crisis, don't worry: Eternity is as sweet and funny as it is contemplative and heartfelt. If you missed it in theaters, don't miss it on streaming.

Starring: Miles Teller, Elizabeth Olsen, Callum Turner, John Early, Olga Merediz, and Da'Vine Joy Randolph

How to watch: Eternity hits Apple TV on Feb. 13.

The Last Thing He Told Me Season 2

Jennifer Garner-led thriller The Last Thing He Told Me is back for Season 2, beginning with the bombshell that Owen (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau) has returned after five years on the run. Now, his wife Hannah (Garner) and daughter Bailey (Angourie Rice) are in a race to reunite their family before their complicated past catches up to them.

Starring: Jennifer Garner, Angourie Rice, David Morse, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Judy Greer, and Rita Wilson

How to watch: The Last Thing He Told Me Season 2 premieres Feb. 20 on Apple TV.

Monarch: Legacy of Monsters Season 2

Here there be Titans! Apple TV's MonsterVerse series Monarch: Legacy of Monsters returns with a vengeance for Season 2, which introduces a terrifying new beast: Titan X. An aquatic beast of immense power, Titan X has the potential to be the most destructive monster we've seen in the MonsterVerse. It's so threatening, in fact, that the trailer suggests the only way to take it out is by unleashing both Godzilla and King Kong against it. You know what they say: Let them fight.

Starring: Kurt Russell, Wyatt Russell, Anna Sawai, Kiersey Clemons, Ren Watabe, Mari Yamamoto, Joe Tippett, Anders Holm, Takehiro Hira, Amber Midthunder, Curtiss Cook, Cliff Curtis, Dominique Tipper, and Camilo Jiménez Varón

How to watch: Monarch: Legacy of Monsters Season 2 premieres Feb. 27 on Apple TV.

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Elisabeth Moss, Kerry Washington, and Kate Mara star in Imperfect Women, based on the novel by Araminta Hall. The three play decades-long friends Mary, Eleanor, and Nancy, whose lives are shattered when Nancy is murdered. As the investigation into her death plays out, dark secrets and betrayals come to life, testing the bonds of Mary and Eleanor's friendship and other relationships. If you love Big Little Lies, this should be up your alley.

Starring: Elisabeth Moss, Kerry Washington, Kate Mara, Joel Kinnaman, Corey Stoll, Leslie Odom Jr., Audrey Zahn, Jill Wagner, Rome Flynn, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Violette Linnz, Indiana Elle, Jackson Kelly, Keith Carradine, Ana Ortiz, and Wilson Bethel

How to watch: Imperfect Women premieres on March 18 on Apple TV.

For All Mankind Season 5

Looking to scratch your sci-fi itch while several of Apple TV's genre shows like Severance, Pluribus, Silo, and Foundation are between seasons? Look no farther than space drama For All Mankind, which imagines the continuation of the space race. In Season 5, tensions rise between the residents of Mars and Earth, setting the stage for a space showdown.

Starring: Joel Kinnaman, Toby Kebbell, Edi Gathegi, Cynthy Wu, Coral Peña, Wrenn Schmidt, Mirelle Enos, Costa Ronin, Sean Kaufman, Ruby Cruz, and Ines Asserson

How to watch: For All Mankind Season 5 premieres March 27 on Apple TV.

Your Friends and Neighbors Season 2

Jon Hamm is back to stealing in Your Friends and Neighbors Season 2. He plays disgraced hedge fund manager Andrew "Coop" Cooper, who's doubling down on thieving from his wealthy suburban neighbors. However, a new neighbor threatens to expose him, creating new tension in Vestment Village (and maybe, just maybe, some new dance memes). And guess what? The show is already renewed for a Season 3.

Starring: Jon Hamm, James Marsden, Amanda Peet, Olivia Munn, Hoon Lee, Mark Tallman, Lena Hall, Aimee Carrero, Eunice Bae, Isabel Gravitt, and Donovan Colan

How to watch: Your Friends and Neighbors Season 2 premieres April 3 on Apple TV.

Outcome Keanu Reeves in "Outcome." Credit: Apple TV

Keanu Reeves stars as a Hollywood star on the run from his past in dark comedy Outcome. Directed by Jonah Hill, the film sees actor Reef Hawk (Reeves) facing blackmail over a video that might ruin his career. He soon sets off down memory lane to try to help anyone he may have wronged — and hopefully find the blackmailer along the way.

Starring: Keanu Reeves, Cameron Diaz, Matt Bomer, Jonah Hill, Martin Scorsese, Susan Lucci, Laverne Cox, David Spade, Atsuko Okatsuka, Roy Wood Jr., Kaia Gerber, and Ivy Wolk

How to watch: Outcome premieres April 10 on Apple TV.

Margo's Got Money Troubles

Rufi Thorpe's novel Margo's Got Money Troubles hits the small screen in Apple TV's adaptation from A24 and David E. Kelley (Big Little Lies). Elle Fanning stars as Margo, a single mother and aspiring writer in financial crisis. To solve her money troubles, Margo jumps on OnlyFans, where her alien alter ego finds great success. Nick Offerman and Michelle Pfeiffer star as Margo's parents in what promises to be a heartwarming family dramedy.

Starring: Elle Fanning, Nick Offerman, Michelle Pfeiffer, Nicole Kidman, Marcia Gay Harden, Greg Kinnear, Michael Angarano, Rico Nasty, and Lindsey Normington

How to watch: Margo's Got Money Troubles premieres April 15 on Apple TV.

Criminal Record Season 2 Peter Capaldi and Cush Jumbo in "Criminal Record." Credit: Apple TV

British crime drama Criminal Record is back, with Peter Capaldi and Cush Jumbo's detectives likely set to clash again. This time around, June (Jumbo) witnesses a young man's death when far-right protestors accost a political rally. Racked by guilt, she seeks to bring the man's killer justice — but to do so, she'll have to take a dangerous bargain from Daniel (Capaldi).

Starring: Peter Capaldi, Cush Jumbo

How to watch: Criminal Record Season 2 premieres April 22 on Apple TV.

Widow's Bay Matthew Rhys in "Widow’s Bay." Credit: Apple TV

Blending horror and comedy, Widow's Bay transports viewers to its titular island town, 40 miles off the coast of New England. There, Mayor Tom Loftis (Matthew Rhys) hopes to bring tourists to his struggling community. But when he does, there's a big problem: It turns out that the local legends about the island being cursed may be true. Get ready for laughs and scares in equal measure.

Starring: Matthew Rhys, Kate O’Flynn, Stephen Root, Kingston Rumi Southwick, Kevin Carroll, and Dale Dickey

How to watch: Widow's Bay premieres April 29 on Apple TV.

Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed Tatiana Maslany in "Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed." Credit: Apple TV

Tatiana Maslany leads the new dark comedy Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed. She stars as newly divorced mom Paula, who's convinced she witnessed a terrible crime. Her independent investigation takes her down a slippery slope of blackmail and murder, two things that are very inconvenient to be thinking about when you're also dealing with a custody battle and an identity crisis. Will Paula crack the case and rediscover her sense of self-worth? And just how, exactly, does youth soccer fit into all this? Find out when you tune in, for what is hopefully a maximally pleasurable viewing experience.

Starring: Tatiana Maslany, Jake Johnson, Brandon Flynn, Murray Bartlett, Jessy Hodges, Jon Michael Hill, Charlie Hall, Kiarra Hamagami Goldberg, Nola Wallace, and Dolly De Leon

How to watch: Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed premieres May 20 on Apple TV.

Cape Fear Amy Adams in "Cape Fear." Credit: Apple TV

Who's ready for a remake? Apple TV reimagines Martin Scorsese's 1991 film Cape Fear, itself a remake of the 1962 film of the same name. The series centers on married attorney couple Anna and Tom Bowden (Amy Adams and Patrick Wilson), who are about to face a vengeful reckoning from Max Cady (Javier Bardem), the killer they put behind bars. Will the series live up to its source material? Or, at the very least, The Simpsons' "Cape Feare" episode?

Starring: Amy Adams, Patrick Wilson, Javier Bardem, Joe Anders, Lily Collias, Malia Pyles, and Anna Baryshnikov

How to watch: Cape Fear premieres June 5 on Apple TV.

Sugar Season 2 Colin Farrell in "Sugar." Credit: Apple TV

Everyone's favorite noir private detective who is also (spoiler alert!) secretly an alien is back! I'm speaking of none other than John Sugar (Colin Farrell). In Sugar Season 2, he's on the trail of a new case, this time tracking the older brother of a local boxer. And while that mystery's all well and good, I'm hoping Season 2 really gets into the sci-fi of it all, because again, and I cannot stress this enough, John Sugar is an alien. Explain, please!

Starring: Colin Farrell, Jin Ha, Raymond Lee, Tony Dalton, Laura Donnelly, Sasha Calle, and Shea Whigham

How to watch: Sugar Season 2 premieres June 19 on Apple TV.

Lucky

Anya Taylor-Joy enters heist mode in limited series Lucky, based on the 2021 novel of the same name by Marissa Stapley. Taylor-Joy plays Lucky Anderson, a con artist raised in a life of crime. When a multi-million-dollar heist goes awry, she'll have to put up the fight of her life in order to escape the FBI agents and crime boss on her tail. Will she live up to her name, or will her luck finally run out?

Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Annette Bening, Timothy Olyphant, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Drew Starkey, Clifton Collins, Jr., and William Fichtner

How to watch: Lucky premieres July 15 on Apple TV.

The Dink Mary Steenburgen and Jake Johnson in "The Dink." Credit: Apple TV

Pickleball takes center court in The Dink, a comedy film from Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar director Josh Greenbaum. Jake Johnson stars as washed-up tennis prodigy Dusty Boyd, who discovers the unthinkable: He loves pickleball, even though his country club owner father (Ed Harris) despises it. With the help of his pickleball partner Candace (Mary Steenburgen), he'll embark on a journey of self-discovery. Oh, and Andy Roddick is there as himself, who also happens to be Dusty's childhood nemesis.

Starring: Jake Johnson, Mary Steenburgen, Ed Harris, Andy Roddick, Patton Oswalt, Chloe Fineman, Chris Parnell, Aaron Chen, and Ben Stiller

How to watch: The Dink premieres July 24 on Apple TV.

Mayday Kenneth Branagh and Ryan Reynolds in "Mayday." Credit: Apple TV

Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branagh team up for unconventional spy thriller Mayday. Reynolds plays hotshot U.S. Navy pilot Lieutenant Troy “Assassin” Kelly, who finds himself stranded behind enemy lines in Soviet territory at the height of the Cold War. Branagh plays Nikolai Ustinov (Branagh), the gruff ex-KGB agent who discovers them. The two develop an unexpected bond in this comedy from Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves directors John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein. Honestly, they gave us Jarnathan, so I trust them with my life.

Starring: Ryan Reynolds, Kenneth Branagh, Marcin Dorocinski, Maria Bakalova, and David Morse

How to watch: Mayday premieres Sept. 4 on Apple TV.

Ted Lasso Season 4 Jason Sudeikis and Hannah Waddingham in "Ted Lasso." Credit: Apple TV

You better BELIEVE, because Ted Lasso is back. Turns out Season 3 was not the end of Ted's (Jason Sudeikis) time in Richmond. The lovable soccer coach has returned to England to lead a second division women’s football team, and he'll be joined by several familiar faces. What are you waiting for? Grab some shortbread and settle in for the resurrection of one of Apple's biggest shows.

Starring: Jason Sudeikis, Hannah Waddingham, Juno Temple, Brett Goldstein, Brendan Hunt, Jeremy Swift, Tanya Reynolds, Jude Mack, Faye Marsey, Rex Hayes, Aisling Sharkey, Abbie Hern, and Grant Feely

How to watch: Ted Lasso premieres this summer on Apple TV.

Matchbox The Movie John Cena in "Matchbox The Movie." Credit: Apple TV

Mattel's Matchbox toys get the film treatment in Matchbox The Movie. The movie centers on a group of friends whose lives get blown up by the return of their former leader, undercover CIA agent Sean (John Cena). He gets them involved in a plot to save the world, and the rest is globe-trotting history.

Starring: John Cena, Jessica Biel, Sam Richardson, Teyonah Parris, Arturo Castro, Corey Stoll, Bill Camp, Danai Gurira, and Golshifteh Faranhani

How to watch: Matchbox The Movie premieres Oct. 9 on Apple TV.

Way of the Warrior Kid Chris Pratt and Jude Hill in "Way of the Warrior Kid." Credit: Apple TV

Chris Pratt gives a child a Navy SEAL makeover in Way of the Warrior Kid. Based on the best-selling novel by former Navy SEAL Jocko Willink, the film introduces bullied middle schooler Marc (Jude Hill), whose uncle Jake (Pratt) endeavors to teach Marc to defend himself. Enter "Operation Warrior Kid," based on Jake's own Navy SEAL training and designed to help Marc learn about courage. While Marc is the student, Jake may learn something about himself and his own demons along the way.

Starring: Chris Pratt, Linda Cardellini, Jude Hill, Ava Torres, Levi McConaughey, Darien Sills-Evans, Carl McDowell, and Parker Young

How to watch: Way of the Warrior Kid premieres Nov. 20 on Apple TV.

In the mood for an odd couple comedy? Then might I interest you in Mayday starring Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branagh?

Apple TV's action-heavy buddy comedy movie brings this surprising pair together for a story of American and Soviet camaraderie. From the release date to the plot, here's what you should know about Mayday.

SEE ALSO: 2026 movie preview: All the films you need to know about right now What's Mayday about?

Mayday aims to put a twist on spy thrillers. Reynolds plays hotshot U.S. Navy pilot Lieutenant Troy "Assassin" Kelly, who goes behind Soviet lines during the height of the Cold War. When his mission implodes, he's trapped in enemy territory. This is where he runs into Nikolai Ustinov (Branagh), an ex-KGB agent who loves American culture. Together, these two unlikely friends develop a deeper bond than they could have ever thought possible.

Who's in Mayday?

In addition to Reynolds and Branagh, Mayday stars Marcin Dorocinski, Maria Bakalova, and David Morse.

The film was written, directed, and produced by John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein, who brought us 2023's Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves. Given that this duo introduced us to Jarnathan, I think we're in good hands.

Featured Video For You Gerard Butler reveals the real-life disasters he's survived with 'Slash or Pass' Does Mayday have a trailer?

Mayday doesn't have a trailer yet. However, Apple TV unveiled a first look image of Branagh and Reynolds lying in the snow, as seen in this article's header.

When does Mayday premiere?

Mayday hits Apple TV Sept. 4 so you've got a while to wait for this one.

How to watch: Mayday premieres Sept. 4 on Apple TV.

Martin Scorsese's 1991 psychological thriller Cape Fear gets the TV treatment from Apple this year, and it's chock-full of stars.

Amy Adams, Patrick Wilson, and Javier Bardem lead the reimagining of Scorsese's film, with Scorsese and Steven Spielberg producing. Here's what you need to know about Cape Fear, from its release date to the full cast.

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Inspired Scorsese's 1991 film, itself a remake of the Gregory Peck-led 1962 film, which was in turn based on John D. MacDonald's 1957 novel The Executioners, Cape Fear pits two attorneys against a ruthless killer. Anna and Tom Bowden (Adams and Wilson) are a happily married legal power couple. They put murderer Max Cady (Bardem) behind bars years ago, but when he gets out of prison, there's only one thing on his mind: revenge on the people who put him there. Cue the stress (and the iconic "wah wah" of the theme).

Who's in Cape Fear?

Adams, Wilson, and Bardem head up an ensemble cast that also includes CCH Pounder, Joe Anders, Lily Collias, Jamie Hector, Malia Pyles, and Anna Baryshnikov.

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Cape Fear doesn't have a trailer yet, but Apple has released first-look images showcasing Adams (seen in the header), Wilson, and Bardem's roles in the show. If you look closely at Bardem's hands, it looks like he's rocking knuckle tattoos in the same vein as Robert de Niro's Love/Hate tattoos from his take on Max Cady. However, it looks like one of these tattoos ends in "st," so decidedly not the Love/Hate tattoos.

Javier Bardem in "Cape Fear." Credit: Apple TV Patrick Wilson in "Cape Fear." Credit: Apple TV What is Cape Fear's release date?

The first two episodes of Cape Fear hit Apple TV on June 5, with a new episode every Friday until July 31.

How to watch: Cape Fear premieres June 5 on Apple TV.

As soon as I downloaded Fortnite in 2018, I vowed never to buy a skin. Those sly dogs at Epic Games couldn't get me to spend real American dollars on something purely cosmetic in an otherwise free game. I was better than that, I thought. If I wanted a skin that badly, I'd just grind enough free V-Bucks from Battle Passes. I have self-control and a hard work ethic. I would not succumb. Amen, I say to you, thou shall not microtransact.

This doctrine hasn't always been easy to uphold. Temptation crept in when Sabrina Carpenter took over my lobbies last year. I nearly caved again on December's Kim Kardashian skin with changeable outfits and hairstyles, then decided there were better ways to spend $13.49.

This week, that better way finally presented itself. This week, I will break my promise. I will be purchasing one of Chappell Roan's upcoming Fortnite skins. Ya finally got me, girls.

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Today (Tuesday, Feb. 3), Epic announced that the Grammy winner will be the season 13 Icon for Fortnite's Festival game mode, confirming leaks from late January. Additionally, several Roan-themed cosmetics will be available in the game for a limited time starting this Thursday, Feb. 5.

Previous Festival Icons include Carpenter, Blackpink's Lisa, Billie Eilish, Bruno Mars, Lady Gaga, Metallica, Snoop Dogg, and The Weeknd.

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According to Epic's press release, players can buy the Heartcore Music Pass to unlock the Chappell Roan Outfit (with a red edit style), a skin inspired by one of Roan's star-spangled, cowboy-hatted tour costumes. The pass also includes a "Pink Pony Club" Jam Track, a reactive Pink Pony Star Back Bling, and instruments like a Midwest Princess Keytar. Fortnite Crew subscribers will get the Music Pass automatically.

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A second skin, the Roan of Arc Outfit, will be available for standalone purchase in the Fortnite Item Shop. It's inspired by Roan's iconic knight-in-shining-armor look from her performance of "Good Luck, Babe!" at the 2024 VMAs. (I'll be taking this one hot to go. It's too good to pass up.) Players can bundle it with a flaming sword pickaxe, a Pink Pony Sidekick, and a traversal Femininomenon Emote.

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Other Roan songs like "Good Luck, Babe!," "HOT TO GO!," and "The Giver" were previously available as Fortnite Jam Tracks, or playable in-game songs. They'll be returning to the Item Shop.

The Subway singer's Fortnite appearance has been a long time coming. In an interview with BBC Radio 1 last January, Roan said she likes to unwind by playing Fortnite on the Nintendo Switch and asked Epic to "please give me a skin, please." They got the job done.

John Cena is on a roll when it comes to Mattel adaptations.

First, the wrestler-turned-actor nabbed a mermaid cameo in Barbie. Now, he's leading Matchbox The Movie, based on Mattel's toy vehicles. An Apple Original Film, Matchbox The Movie bills itself as a globe-trotting action adventure. Here's what you need to know about it.

What's Matchbox The Movie about?

Matchbox The Movie centers on a group of friends who have been close since childhood. But when their former leader Sean (Cena) pops back up in their small town, their lives are set to change. That's because Sean is an undercover CIA agent, and he's about to get his friends mixed up in an international plot to save the world. Expect cars to be involved.

Who's in Matchbox The Movie?

On top of Cena, Matchbox The Movie also stars Jessica Biel, Sam Richardson, Teyonah Parris, and Arturo Castro as Sean's buddies. The rest of the ensemble includes Corey Stoll, Bill Camp, Danai Gurira, and Golshifteh Faranhani.

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Matchbox The Movie doesn't have a trailer yet, but Apple has released some first-look images at the movie's squad in action.

Arturo Castro, Jessica Biel, John Cena, Teyonah Parris, and Sam Richardson in "Matchbox The Movie." Credit: Apple TV Credit: Apple TV When does Matchbox The Movie come out?

Matchbox The Movie premieres Oct. 9.

How to watch: Matchbox the Movie premieres Oct. 9 on Apple TV.

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