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The best Presidents' Day mattress deals at a glance: Best overall deal DreamCloud Premier Hybrid Mattress with free accessories (queen) $1,099 (save $1,397) Get Deal Best organic mattress deal Naturepedic Serenade Organic Hybrid Mattress (queen) $1,599.20 (save $399.80) Get Deal Best foam mattress deal Bear Original Mattress (queen) $649 (save $349) Get Deal

As much as we try to ignore it, sleep is a major part of life. Ask any parent of a young child or someone who's dealing with jet lag and they'll confirm that sleep makes a big difference. It impacts our mood, cognitive ability, and even the immune system.

We have tons of great tech that helps us get restorative slumber like sleep earbuds that are comfortable enough for side sleepers, smart beds that adjust temperature automatically, sleep trackers, and air purifiers that help with breathing in healthy air. But those probably won't help all that much if your mattress is uncomfortable. A good bed is both supportive of your back, shoulders, and hips while also being comfortable enough to keep you sound asleep. If that's not happening, it might be time for a new bed.

Just like how there's a best time of the year to buy a new TV, mattresses have a few standout sale times. Presidents' Day happens to be one of the best times to score a major discount on a new mattress, bedding, and pillows. If you bedroom or your guest room has been asking for a refresh, check out these deals. These upgrades are a great way to kickoff spring cleaning season.

Best overall mattress deal Opens in a new window Credit: DreamCloud DreamCloud Premier Hybrid Mattress (queen) $1,099 at DreamCloud
$2,496.01 Save $1,397.01 mattress protector, sheet set, and two cooling pillows included Get Deal Why we like it

Last spring when I tested the DreamCloud Premier Hybrid mattress, I was shocked by the quality to price ratio. It feels like a luxury mattress you'd encounter at a 5-star hotel, but its price falls into the affordable range. In fact, a single night's stay at some 5-star resorts would cost more than this mattress.

The DreamCloud Premier is a hybrid bed that combines a plush pillow-top with ultra supportive memory foam and coil layers. The edge-support is also noteworthy. When testing, I felt like this was a great option for couples thanks to the motion isolation or anyone who's a combination sleeper and needs support in several positions.

The DreamCloud Presidents Day Sale tosses in a mattress protector, bamboo sheet set, and two cooling pillows. If you're shopping for a queen-size, you'll be able to get the DreamCloud Premier Hybrid with these accessories for $1,099.

Best organic mattress deal Opens in a new window Credit: Naturepedic Naturepedic Serenade Organic Hybrid Mattress (queen) $1,119.20 at Naturepedic
$1,999 Save $879.80   Get Deal Why we like it

If you shop for organic food and look for clothing made of natural materials, you might want to opt for an organic mattress. The Naturepedic Serenade Organic Hybrid Mattress is on sale during the brand's winter refresh sale. The eight-inch tall mattress uses certified organic latex, wool, and cotton, which eliminates the need to use chemical-derived foam or flame retardants.

Aside from the all-organic materials and glue-free design, one of the highlights of the Naturepedic Serenade Organic Hybrid Mattress is its customization options. You can get the mattress in plush, cushion-firm, or firm to best suit your sleeping style and needs. Plus, wool and cotton are naturally breathable materials, so this could be excellent if you tend to sleep hot.

Best foam mattress deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bear Bear Original Mattress (queen) $649 at Bear
$998 Save $349 mattress protector and two pillows included Get Deal Why we like it

An all-foam bed is a great option for tons of people, and Bear makes some of the best if you're looking for an excellent value. In a queen size, the Bear Original Mattress usually costs $998, but it's on sale for $649 during the Bear Presidents Day Sale. Plus, the brand is throwing in two free pillows and a free mattress protector.

Bear uses three layers of foam on the Bear Original that are designed to provide great support and comfort to pressure points. This could also be a great option for a kids' room thanks to its affordability. In a twin size, the Bear Original is on sale for $463.

More mattress and bedding deals

• Amerisleep — save $1,000 on a mattress with code PD2026

• Avocado — take up to 20% off organic mattresses and 10% off organic bedding and pillows

• Awara — save 50% on select mattresses

• Bear — save 35% off sitewide

• Beautyrest — save up to $1,000 on select mattress and adjustable base sets

• Big Fig — get $500 off any mattress + 25% off everything else with code PRES

• Birch — take 25% off sitewide with code PRES25

• Brooklinen — take 20% off sitewide

• Brooklyn Bedding — save up to 35% on mattresses

• Bryte — save up to $1,000 off sitewide

• Casper — take up to 30% off on mattresses and 35% off bedding bundles and pillows

• Coop Sleep Goods — save up to 40% sitewide

• Helix — take 25% off sitewide with code PRES25

• Eight Sleep — save up to $350

• Essentia — take 21% off sitewide

• Eli & Elm — buy one pillow, get a second for 50% off

• FluffCo — take 20% off sitewide

• Layla — take up to $200 off mattresses and get two free Layla Pillows and free bamboo sheet set

• Leesa — take 30% off mattresses and 25% off bedding

• Linenspa — save 20% off mattresses sitewide

• Lull — save 60% on all mattresses and get free sheets, pillows, and a mattress protector

• Naturepedic — take 20% off sitewide

• Nectar — save up to 60% on mattresses and 66% on bundles

• Nest — save up to 15% on mattresses and 20% on pillows

• Nolah — take 35% off sitewide with free in-home set-up and removal on qualifying orders

• Puffy — save up to $1,350

• Purple — take up to $500 off a mattress and earn up to $300 in gift credit

• Siena — save up to 60% on mattresses

• Silk & Snow — get a free sleep bundle with mattress purchase

• Sleep Number — 50% off Limited Edition mattress

• Tempur-Pedic — save up to $500 and get $300 in free accessories; BOGO pillows and sheets bundles

• Tuft & Needle — save 20% sitewide

• Westin — save 20% on mattresses

• WinkBeds — save 30%

• Woolroom — save up to 40%

While today's date may be unlucky for some, this isn't the case for those hoping to catch a glimpse of some lunar features before the Moon descends into New Moon darkness. There's a very small glimpse of Moon available to see, so keep reading to find out what you're seeing.

What is today’s Moon phase?

As of Friday, Feb. 13, the Moon phase is Waning Crescent. According to NASA's Daily Moon Guide, 17% of the Moon will be lit up tonight.

With no visual aids the only feature you can spot is the Aristarchus Plateau. According to NASA, this is a crater around 25 miles in diameter. A pair of binoculars will also let you see the Grimaldi Basin, meanwhile a telescope will bring the Schiller Crater into view.

When is the next Full Moon?

The next Full Moon will be on March 3. The last Full Moon was on Feb. 1.

What are Moon phases?

According to NASA, the Moon takes around 29.5 days to complete one orbit around the Earth. Throughout that time, it goes through eight different phases of visibility. Even though we always see the same side of the Moon, the part that’s lit up changes as it moves along its orbit. The amount of sunlight reflecting off the surface is what makes the Moon look full, partly lit, or almost dark at different points. The eight 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.

Valentine's Day is tomorrow, and if you're not frantically googling gift ideas, you might be searching for your explicit category of choice on Pornhub.

The top relative searches across the U.S. are here, just in time for Love Day, and they show what each state searches for more than the rest.

Credit: Pornhub

Off the bat, you can see that many of the states are greyed out. That's because Pornhub blocked many U.S. states with age-verification laws, or requirements for viewers to submit personal data in order to access adult content.

SEE ALSO: How to unblock Pornhub for free

But for the states that remain, the results are telling. In New York, for instance, the mood is romantic with "intimate" — but over in Maine, they're really into cuckolding porn. New Mexico is also wholesome with "hugging," while Washington is into pegging, apparently.

Vermont and Pennsylvania have more chaste searches (passionate and respectful, respectively), and Hawaii wants to watch couples. Illinois is content with softcore, too. As you go around the map, though, you'll see more...NSFW choices.

Whether the site will have more hits tomorrow is anyone's guess — but it wouldn't be surprising to see both singles and couples partake.

Are you looking for a Home Assistant project to sink your teeth into this weekend? If you're an F1 fan, or have kids who love wizards, there are some projects you might want to try, and if you're sick of inaccurate weather apps, you could always take things into your own hands.

Lestat de Lioncourt (Sam Reid) isn't just going for our jugulars. He's going for our Spotify Wrapped and Apple Music Replay, too.

The magnetic French vampire from AMC's Interview with the Vampire takes center stage in the show's third season, now titled The Vampire Lestat. The season adapts Anne Rice's novel of the same name, in which Lestat starts a rock band and goes on tour to share his side of the story of his and Louis de Pointe du Lac's (Jacob Anderson) relationship. Along the way, he'll be haunted by the "muses" of his past.

Of course, a glam rocker would be nothing without his songs. Thankfully, The Vampire Lestat will be releasing multiple singles tied to the series. The first of these is "Long Face," performed by Reid and with music and lyrics by series composer Daniel Hart. AMC first released the single as a lyric video, all the way back in July of 2024.

Lestat has issued a statement to press to commemorate the song's streaming release on major music platforms, including Apple Music, Spotify and Amazon. Reading it, you'll understand exactly why he's earned the nickname of Brat Prince.

"'Long Face' is the first song Daniel Hart 'produced' for my album,” Lestat said. "He decided early on to steal where he could from Bowie because he hasn’t had an original idea for five years now (is that his Green Knight score fading in the rear view?) As for 'Long Face,' the bass should have walked down with the guitar at the end instead of pedaling on E. Predictable. Like everything Daniel Hart touches."

Ouch.

Despite Lestat's words, the song is an angsty banger that will hook you from its first menacing "ooh ooh ooh." Now the only thing missing is a music video (and The Vampire Lestat's exact release date.)

The Vampire Lestat premieres this summer on AMC and AMC+.

SAVE $90: As of Feb. 13, get the DJI Osmo Action 4 Essential Combo for $199, down from its usual price of $289. That's a discount of 31% and the lowest price we've seen.

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$289 Save $90   Get Deal

There's still plenty of winter left, if the results of Groundhog Day are to be believed. That means there's plenty of time to get out there and record yourself having a blast for the season. You'll want a great camera for all your winter adventures, so make sure you get it with this DJI deal at Amazon.

As of Feb. 13, get the DJI Osmo Action 4 Essential Combo for $199, down from its usual price of $289. That's $90 off and a discount of 31%. It's also the lowest price we've seen.

SEE ALSO: The DJI Mini 5 Pro Fly More Combo just hit a new record-low price — save over $500 at Amazon

This kit nets you the DJI Osmo Action 4, which serves up 4K video captured at 120fps. It has a 155-degree ultra wide field of view as well as a battery life of 150 minutes, so you can capture just about anything you get up to. That makes it perfect for wnter sports, since it can work in temperatures that get down to as low as -4 degrees Fahrenheit. If you're worried about taking footage with inadvertent shaky cam, it also has three different stabilization modes to prevent that.

This bundle gets you more than just the camera itself, though. It offers the DJI Extrem Batter, a quick-release adapter mount, the DJI Osmo Action protective frame, a lens hood, and other goodies. All of this can be used long beyond winter, but it's a good time to go ahead and buy now so you can get the hang of it if you plan on using it in the summer too.

Grab your combo kit now and you'll be pulling off some sick moves by the summer and saving some money while you're at it.

If you're a fan of the Ryobi 18V ecosystem you likely have a collection of power tools and battery packs. The brand is a popular option thanks to its affordability and constant arrival of new products. And while several new tools are coming in 2026, plenty of other products and accessories are on the way.

Best Buy Presidents' Day deals at a glance: Best TV deal 55-inch Insignia Class F50 Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV $179.99 (save $170) Get Deal Best laptop deal Lenovo 16-inch Yoga 7i 2-in-1 (Intel Core Ultra 7 155U, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $649.99 (save $400) Get Deal Best headphones deal Apple AirPods Pro 3 $209.99 (save $40) Get Deal Best robot vacuum deal Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum-Mop $339.99 (save $360) Get Deal

Best Buy isn't waiting for the long weekend — its Presidents' Day sale is already live. The official sale runs through Feb. 16, meaning you can grab discounts on Apple, Sony, and Samsung right now.

A quick heads-up: Amazon is matching most of these prices, so your decision really comes down to shipping speed and preference. I combed through the listings to find the best deals on TVs, laptops, and headphones you can shop now.

Best TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: Insignia 55-inch Insignia Class F50 Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV $179.99 at Best Buy
$349.99 Save $170   Get Deal Why we like it

Insignia is Best Buy’s house brand, and while people love to hate on generic labels, the 55-inch Insignia Class F50 Series has a pretty good track record. It's known for being budget-friendly, but it doesn't lack in performance. I'm considering buying this for my living room because the price is right and it hits all the specs I want, like DTS Virtual-X audio and Fire TV integration. It currently holds a 4.7-star rating across thousands of reviews on Best Buy and Amazon, proving that you don't need a premium nameplate to get a reliable, wall-mountable smart TV.

More TV deals

• Insignia 24-inch F20 Series LED HD TV — $59.99 $79.99 (save $20)

• Insignia 32-inch F20 Series LED HD TV — $79.99 $129.99 (save $50)

• TCL 43-inch F35 Series 4K UHD LED TV — $139.99 $249.99 (save $110)

• LG 55-inch UA7050 Series LED AI 4K UHD TV — $249.99 $389.99 (save $140)

• Hisense 65-inch Class A6 UHD LED TV — $269.99 $479.99 (save $210)

• Samsung 65-inch U7900 UHD 4K TV — $329.99 $469.99 (save $140)

• Samsung 75-inch U7900 UHD 4K TV — $449.99 $649.99 (save $200)

• Samsung 65-inch Q7F QLED 4K TV — $499.99 $649.99 (save $150)

• TCL 65-inch QM6K QD-Mini LED QLED 4K TV — $529.99 $999.99 (save $470)

• Samsung 65-inch LS03D The Frame QLED 4K TV — $999.99 $1,999.99 (save $1,000)

Shop more Presidents' Day TV deals at Best Buy.

Best laptop deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lenovo Lenovo 16-inch Yoga 7i 2-in-1 (Intel Core Ultra 7 155U, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $649.99 at Best Buy
$1,049.99 Save $400   Get Deal Why we like it

The Yoga 7i gives you enough screen real estate for multitasking while also being portable enough to throw in your bag, and the 360-degree hinge lets you prop it up for movies without the keyboard getting in the way. At $400 off, the specs are hard to beat: you get the snappy Intel Core Ultra 7 and a 1TB SSD, which is double the storage you typically see in this price bracket. It's a little heavy to use as a handheld tablet for long, but as a flexible workstation, it’s solid.

More laptop and tablet deals

• Acer 15.6-inch Chromebook 315 (Intel Celeron N4500, 4GB LPDDR4X, 64GB eMMC) — $129 $299 (save $170)

• HP 14-inch Chromebook (Intel Celeron N4500, 4GB RAM, 64GB eMMC) — $139 $329 (save $190)

• Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ (WiFi, 64GB) — $139.99 $219.99 (save $80)

• Lenovo 14-inch IdeaPad Slim 3 (MediaTek Kompanio 520 2022, 4GB RAM, 64GB eMMC) — $169 $399 (save $230)

• Apple 11-inch iPad (A16 chip, WiFi, 128GB) — $299 $349 (save $50)

• HP 15.6-inch Full HD Touch-Screen Laptop (AMD Ryzen 5 752OU, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $319.99 $599.99 (save $280)

• ASUS 14-inch CX34 FHD Chromebook Plus (Intel Core i5, 8GB RAM, 128GB SSD) — $379.99 $599 (save $219.01)

• Samsung 15.6-inch Galaxy Book4 (Intel Core 7, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $499.99 $899.99 (save $400)

• HP OmniBook X Flip 2-in-1 (AMD Ryzen AI 340, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $549.99 $849.99 (save $300)

• Apple 13-inch MacBook Air (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) — $899 $999 (save $100)

Shop more Presidents' Day laptop deals at Best Buy.

Best headphone deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Pro 3 $209.99 at Best Buy
$249.99 Save $40   Get Deal Why we like it

Read our full review of the Apple AirPods Pro 3.

There's a reason we named these the "Best AirPods" in our 2026 headphone roundup. Apple claims the noise cancellation is twice as powerful as the previous generation, and our testing backs that up — reviewer Adam Doud found they could silence a crowded room instantly. They also feature a new built-in heart rate monitor and live translation, making them a major functional upgrade over the Pro 2. At $40 off, they're an easy buy.

More headphone deals

• JBL Tune 245NC — $59.95 $179.99 (save $50)

• Apple AirPods 4 (without ANC) — $99.99 $129.99 (save $30)

• Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 — $129.99 $179.99 (save $50)

• Beats Solo 4 — $129.99 $199.99 (save $70)

• Apple AirPods 4 (with ANC) — $139.99 $179.99 (save $40)

• Shokz OpenDots One — $169.99 $199.99 (save $30)

• Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro — $199.99 $249.99 (save $50)

• Sony WH-1000XM5 — $298 $398 (save $100)

• Apple AirPods Max (USB-C) — $449.99 $549.99 (save $100)

Shop more Presidents' Day headphone deals at Best Buy.

Is your tablet PC starting to show its age? Whether you're stuck on Windows 10 or suffering under the bloat of Windows 11, a Linux installation is the best way to give an old tablet PC a new lease on life. So, let's explore some of the best Linux distros for tablet PCs.

You don't have to give up the convenience of Microsoft 365 if you ditch your subscription. There is a free, self-hosted alternative that can run on a Raspberry Pi instead.

For years, I was married to the idea of filling my PC with flashy RGB. I used light strips, ran a glowing graphics card, and later switched to a case with ARGB fans.

Bored this weekend with a Linux computer on hand? There's never a better time to test out a new piece of open source software. I have a few apps I found this week that I think are worth trying, including an image comparison tool, a note organizer, and a power profiler.

FREE BOOKS: The latest Stuff Your Kindle Day takes place until Feb. 15. Dark Romance Day is giving away free dark romance books for your e-reader.

Another Stuff Your Kindle Day just dropped. Throw away all your Valentine's Day plans, because Dark Romance Day is all you need this weekend.

The Be My Valentine romance book blast has kept us busy in the build up to Valentine's Day, but now its the turn of Dark Romance Day. Hosted by the Dark Romance Team, this event is offering participants the chance to download 100s of dark romance books for e-readers. And better yet, everything that you download for free is yours to keep forever. Is your Valentine's Day weekend lacking dark energy? This is the event for you.

SEE ALSO: I tested the best Kindles to help you find the perfect e-reader

Looking to make the most of the latest Stuff Your Kindle Day? We've lined up everything you need to know about this popular event.

When is Stuff Your Kindle Day?

Dark Romance Day takes place on Feb. 13-15. A lot of recent Stuff Your Kindle Days have only lasted 24 hours, so this three-day event is a welcome change of pace. There's a lot on offer in this giveaway, so it's nice to know that you have plenty of time to peruse your options.

Which ebooks are free?

Dark Romance Day is focused on (surprise) dark romance titles. The Dark Romance Team has put together an expansive document covering everything you need to know. They've listed the authors, book titles, genres, tropes, and availability. Social links are also included for a lot of the authors so you can explore everything they have to offer.

Anyone can participate in Stuff Your Kindle Day. Kindle and Kobo readers can download these dark romance books for free.

Is Stuff Your Kindle Day the same as Amazon Kindle Unlimited?

Everything you download on Stuff Your Kindle Day is yours to keep, and there's no limit on the number of books you can download. Stuff Your Kindle Day downloads don't count towards the 20 books that Amazon Kindle Unlimited subscribers can borrow at the same time.

The best Stuff Your Kindle Day deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Kindle (16GB) + Kindle Unlimited (3 Months) $109.99 at Amazon
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These popular e-readers help you take your entire library on the go. With weeks of battery life and an anti-glare display, you can read anywhere and anytime with the Kindle. Plus, you can get three months of Kindle Unlimited for free with your purchase.

Modern Windows, which now effectively means Windows 11, has been tinkering with interfaces, workflows, and how much to show users for decades now. The rough edges are sanded off, making it simple enough for everyone from grandchildren to grandparents, and everyone in between.

Picking a video doorbell that doesn’t rely on the cloud means you can save footage locally and not rely on pricey subscriptions. Pair it with a smart home platform like Home Assistant, and your doorbell will keep working when the internet doesn’t.

Got any weekend plans? When you're done with the chores, why not stake a claim on the couch and settle in for a show or two? If you're a Paramount+ subscriber, I've mined three tried and true series that deliver laughs, grit, and some interstellar action.

TL;DR: Magic: The Gathering Marvel Super Heroes Play Booster Box preorders are already down to $189.99 at Amazon — about $20 off the list price and below market value.

Opens in a new window Credit: Magic: The Gathering Magic: The Gathering Marvel Super Heroes Play Booster Box $189.99 at Amazon
$209.70 Save $19.71 Get Deal

If you’re planning to jump into MTG’s upcoming Marvel crossover, you may not need to wait for launch-day deals. That’s because, as of Feb. 13, Amazon has trimmed the preorder price of the Magic: The Gathering Marvel Super Heroes Play Booster Box to $189.99 — almost $20 under its $209.70 list price. 

That makes it one of the earliest discounts we’ve seen on the highly-anticipated set and the lowest price we’ve seen for this box so far — as confirmed via price tracker camelcamelcamel.

The Marvel-themed expansion pulls iconic heroes and villains into the Magic universe, letting players build comic-inspired decks while still leaning into the strategy-heavy style of gameplay the trading card game is known for. Play Boosters are designed to be the go-to format for drafting, casual Limited matches, and collectors who enjoy opening packs just as much as playing with them. 

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Each booster box comes with 30 Play Boosters, and every pack includes 14 cards featuring a mix of commons, uncommons, and at least one rare or higher. You’ll also find a Traditional Foil card in every pack, with a slim chance at premium borderless mythic rares for those chasing standout pulls.

The set doesn’t release until June 26, but locking in the discount now could save you from the inevitable price bumps that often follow major crossover launches. 

For more MTG deals, you can also get the Magic: The Gathering Aetherdrift Bundle for over $10 off at Amazon. The Magic: The Gathering Bloomburrow Play Booster Box is also $60 off right now.

SAVE OVER $30: As of Feb. 13, Apple AirPods 4 (with ANC) are on sale for $139.99 at Amazon. This is $39.01 off their list price of $179.

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$179 Save $39.01   Get Deal

Amazon has dropped the price of the AirPods 4 (with ANC) down to $139.99. If you've had your eye on these earbuds but have been waiting for a lower price to appear, now's your chance to scoop them up and save some cash.

This deal saves you almost $40 ($39.01, to be exact) off their full list price of $179. Considering what they offer —- including active noise cancellation that's "elite", according to our review — they're worth every cent.

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Even though these earbuds don't feature ear-sealing silicone tips like their Pro siblings, the noise-cancellation on the AirPods 4 still shines through. To continue on from our AirPods 4 review, Mashable's Kimberly Gedeon, who used them while traveling, noted that "While I was at the airport, sounds of coo-ing babies, loud conversations, and rolling luggage were significantly reduced." All in all, she found that, "The active noise cancellation is elite, allowing me to immerse myself into the honeyed soundwaves that emanate from the AirPods 4."

On top of that, these earbuds boast great sound quality alongside a battery life that can last up to 20 hours while using the case. If you're not using ANC, this can even be stretched up to 30 hours.

Don't miss out on this great deal on the AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation at Amazon. And if you're looking for more great Apple deals right now, check out our roundup of the best Presidents' Day Apple deals.

Many Februarys ago, I went for lunch with a friend and was served a devastating blow.

As I ordered a club sandwich, I caught her eyeing me nervously. "So, I have some news," she said in a hesitant tone. There was an agonising suspenseful pause.

"Oh god," I said. My heart was beating so fast I thought it might leap right out of my chest cavity. She put her head in her hands as she geared up to break the news to me. Just tell me, for the love of god, I thought to myself.

"It's about Glen," she said.

"OK," I said, panicking. This was the man I had been seeing on and off for the past nine months. A friend-with-benefits that I'd accidentally caught feelings for. Not that I would've admitted that at the time.

SEE ALSO: The Relationship Experience dating trend: like a situationship but so much worse

"He has a girlfriend?" I guessed in a bid to put myself out of my own misery.

"That's not all, though," my friend said.

There was more. "They're having a baby," she said. Suddenly the restaurant felt unbearably noisy. A wave of heat passed over my body and a weird rash appeared across my chest, my sandwich arrived. I stared at it and tried my best not to puke.

It was three days before Valentine's Day and I wanted nothing more than for time to stand still. "Valentine's Day can absolutely get f*cked," I said the next day to my friend Michelle as I ran on the treadmill and cried simultaneously. A feat of human nature, you might say.

I wanted to round up every silk rose, every cheesy card, every tacky giant teddy bear and throw them on a giant bonfire. Everywhere I turned felt like a constant onslaught of love, romance, and relationships. Each one of them a reminder of the sting of rejection I was feeling. I wanted to pretend that Valentine's Day didn't exist, but I didn't know how.

SEE ALSO: The best dating apps to help find a relationship, a hookup, or something in between

There's a scene in Bridget Jones' Diary where she finds out that Daniel Cleaver has a secret fiancée the whole time they've been together, and she has to go to work and act like nothing's happened. She stares blankly at her computer screen, tears welling in her eyes. At my job in a theatre press office, I spent a week stealthily wiping away tears as they streamed from my eyes.

On Valentine's Day, a work friend left a card on my desk. It was a kind gesture that made me feel loved. But later, on Instagram, I saw the Valentine's Day card that Glen had given to his girlfriend. There was an illustration of a green olive alongside the line "Olive You." Ugh, they're at the pun stage of their romance. It was the longest Feb. 14 I have ever lived through.

"Being in a relationship is not a mark of success. Many people in relationships are unhappy. Be proud of being single."

Over the next few years, that cursed day came and went. On some years, I was nursing a broken heart from yet another terrible dating experience. Dear friends continued with their sweet gestures (my best friend left a red rose on my desk one year). Truth is, Valentine's Day is just another day if you're not in a state of loved-up bliss. So, why not treat it as exactly what is is: just another day in February.

I refuse to spend another Valentine's Day crying over a terrible olive pun. If you're nursing the fragments of a broken heart and are listening to The 1975's "Somebody Else" on repeat, then don't fret about Feb. 14's impending arrival. Here are some tried and tested techniques for putting two fingers up to V Day.

Celebrate other types of love

Psychologist Dr. Tony Ortega suggests reframing the day "from being a day of romantic love to a day of celebrating any kind of love, like we did when we were children."

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"If you want to celebrate love but don't have romantic love, grab your friends and do something out of the ordinary to celebrate your friendships," say Ortega. "This could take the form of a scavenger hunt or perhaps an establishment that serves both liquor but has some entertainment like games or even a drag show." If you don't fancy going out, you could FaceTime a friend who lives far away and have a long-overdue catch up.

"Being in a relationship is not a mark of success. Many people in relationships are unhappy. Be proud of being single."

Look upon your heartbreak as a gift

It's really hard when you're in the thick of the post-breakup emotional turmoil, but try to take a step back and see the bigger picture. Whether the relationship was short-term, long-term, a situationship, FWB — there's a reason why it ended. Reframe romantic rejection as a positive thing that steers you back onto the right path, and prevents you going too far down the wrong road. It's a blessing to have your route corrected. It's better to be alone than in a bad relationship with a person who's not matching your energy or feeling the same way. Your future self will look back and be grateful.

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Psychosexual and relationship therapist Silva Neves recommends banning the negative thoughts you have about yourself. "Being in a relationship is not a mark of success. Many people in relationships are unhappy. Be proud of being single," says Neves.

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"Each time you have a negative thought about yourself, breathe in and out deeply and say something nurturing about yourself instead. You will find out that you have many good qualities." Make a list of everything you like about yourself, if you feel like it.

Do something nice for yourself

The longest relationship of your life is with yourself. So, why not spoil yourself? Buy yourself the dress you've been eyeing up for weeks. Make a delicious meal for yourself. Go get a manicure. Treat yourself to a new sex toy.

Ignore the hype

Valentine's Day literally is just any other day. So why not treat it as such? As it happens to fall on a Friday this year, stick to your usual Friday routine — be that grabbing a drink in the pub with your mates, or binge-watching Grace and Frankie on your sofa with a takeaway. Avoid anything that'll remind you what date it is — stay off social media and turn any calendars around so they're facing the wall.

Rachael Lloyd, relationship experts at eharmony, says "it may sound obvious, but the more you engage in Valentine’s Day, the more you will be impacted." "Skip over the love stories, avoid your local Pizza Express and keep off social media for the day to limit your exposure."

Get really into puzzles

If it's nigh-on impossible to ignore the fact that it's the most cursed day in the calendar, then ramp up your distraction techniques. My best friend Elisha swears by jigsaw puzzles because, she says, "they require enough of your concentration to prevent you from getting in your head too much, but not so much that you can't complete the task." Buy yourself a big bag of Doritos, a bottle of rosé, and a 1,000-piece puzzle and it'll keep you entertained and, crucially, distracted for hours on end. Alternatively, you could invite all your single friends over to your house for a games night.

Have some 'me time'

Dating and relationship coach Sami Wunder says if you're single, Valentine's Day is the perfect day for celebrating yourself. "Firstly, don’t let all the hype get to you. Decide that it will be a day for self-love," says Wunder. "So schedule in some me time. Book yourself a massage, or a manicure, or treat yourself to a nice coffee, or even put on your favourite dress and take yourself out for dinner."

Neves says if Valentine's Day is unpleasant for you, "give yourself the permission to be indulgent with whatever floats your boat." "A long bath maybe? Or have your favourite chocolates. Or put your favourite movies on and a glass of wine?" says Neves.

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If you've got the day off, one thing that's guaranteed to keep you very busy is running errands. Go to the gym, clean out your fridge, buy your groceries, do your laundry, iron those clothes at the bottom of your ironing pile. In short, stay busy. At the end of the day, you'll have a big sense of accomplishment.

Have sex

People in long-term relationships aren't the only people who get to have sex on Valentine's Day. Dr. Ortega suggests calling up your fuck buddy and scheduling a hookup.

"Do you have a friend with benefits you can call on? Instead of celebrating romantic love, celebrate your sexual nature with your FWB," says Ortega. "Throw away the notion of romantic love and for a period of time, celebrate sexual love."

If you don't have a FWB, then Neves recommends having an orgasm anyway through solo sex (aka masturbation). "And make a commitment to have those on a regular basis, not just on Valentine’s Day," says Neves.

Leave the country

Not forever. Just take a break and get some space from everything. If you can afford to, treat yourself to a weekend away somewhere nice, or take a road trip to visit a friend you haven't seen for ages. About a fortnight after this whole debacle occurred, I decided to book an EasyJet flight to Germany to visit a really lovely friend of mine. It did me a world of good to get away from everything and gain some perspective on the situation. This year, I'm heading back to Germany to see the very same friend, and we'll be celebrating female friendship rather than romantic love.

Whatever you do on Feb. 14, remember that lots of people in long-term relationships couldn't give a shit about it. It's just a stupid day.

This article was first published in 2019 and republished in 2026.

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