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TL;DR: Live stream De Minaur vs. Auger-Aliassime in the 2025 US Open for free on 9Now. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

There are still a few spots left to secure in the 2025 US Open semi finals, and De Minaur is set to battle it out with Auger-Aliassime for a place in the final four of the men's draw. Neither player has ever made a Grand Slam final, and only Auger-Aliassime has ever played in a Grand Slam semi final. Could this be the year of the underdog?

If you want to watch De Minaur vs. Auger-Aliassime in the 2025 US Open for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

How to watch De Minaur vs. Auger-Aliassime for free

De Minaur vs. Auger-Aliassime in the 2025 US Open is available to live stream for free on 9Now.

9Now is geo-restricted to Australia, but anyone from around the world can access this site with a VPN. These handy tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to secure servers in Australia, meaning you can unblock 9Now from anywhere in the world.

Access free live streams of the 2025 US Open by following these simple steps:

1. Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)

2. Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)

3. Open up the app and connect to a server in Australia

4. Visit 9Now

5. Watch the 2025 US Open for free from anywhere in the world

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The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but leading VPNs do tend to offer free-trial periods or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can gain access to free live streams without committing with your cash. This is obviously not a long-term solution, but it does give you time to watch the 2025 US Open before recovering your investment.

What is the best VPN for 9Now?

ExpressVPN is the best service for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport, for a number of reasons:

• Servers in 105 countries including Australia

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• 30-day money-back guarantee

A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $99.95 and includes an extra three months for free — 49% off for a limited time. This plan also includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for $12.95 (with money-back guarantee).

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JBL has officially revealed the new PartyBox 720, its latest and loudest battery-powered party speaker. This new speaker packs a serious punch with 800 watts of JBL Pro Sound, a lightshow, and the ability to roll around with ease.

JBL has just revealed the new Boombox 4, the newest version of its portable waterproof speaker. It supports multi-speaker connections with Auracast, two different Bass Boost settings, and an impressive battery life, all while being a lot lighter than its predecessor.

TL;DR: This Ultimate Microsoft Office Professional 2021 for Windows and Windows 11 Pro Bundle gives your PC a major upgrade, and right now it’s only $44.97 (reg. $418.99) through Sept. 14.

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Got an old PC lying around? Don’t waste hundreds of dollars on a new laptop — for under $50, you can make a dusty computer feel as good as new with an updated operating system and suite of Microsoft Office apps, thanks to this bundle.

Right now, the Ultimate Microsoft Office Professional 2021 for Windows lifetime license and Windows 11 Pro bundle can be yours for just $44.97 (reg. $418.99) through Sept. 14.

Breathe new life into your old PC for under $50

From apps to a new operating system, you can give your PC a permanent upgrade with this helpful bundle from Microsoft. It kicks off with a Microsoft Office Professional 2021 license packed with eight powerful apps designed for both personal and professional use — Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, Teams, Publisher, and Access.

This Microsoft Office edition may have an older year attached, but don’t worry. It features more apps than the 2024 version and includes a ribbon-based user interface that provides quick access to all its available features, tools, and customizations.

In addition to Microsoft Office, this bundle also includes a Windows 11 Pro license. This operating system was made with the modern professional in mind, with a seamless interface and improved online security, including helpful features like enhanced antivirus protection.

Give your productivity a boost with this Ultimate Microsoft Office Professional 2021 for Windows and Windows 11 Pro Bundle on sale now for just $44.97 (reg. $418.99) until Sept. 14.

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TL;DR: Accessorize with your favorite color with this Adorable Keychain Collectible Figure, now $19.99 (reg. $24.99) while supplies last.

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Feeling some FOMO over the cute stuffed animal craze sweeping the planet? While some of these little fluffy creatures are selling for hundreds of dollars, you can get your hands on this Adorable Keychain Collectible Figure in the exact color of your choice — no blind box surprises — for 20% off at just $19.99 (reg. $24.99).

Bring a touch of whimsy to your nightstand, your shelf, your tote bag, your car, or wherever you’d like to bring in some joy with this Adorable Keychain Collectible Figure. You’ve probably seen these tiny creatures taking over the world, and if you’d like to get in on the fun, you can for only $20.

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Most of these collectibles come in mystery boxes, but this Adorable Collectible Character Figure comes in your guaranteed exact design of choice — with 13 colors to pick from. That means you won’t waste money on a color you don’t want, or on one that’s a duplicate.

You’ll fall in love with this little figure’s expressive details and playful style. It measures in at just 7.1 inches tall and 1.6 inches wide, and it’s fun for both kids and adults. Its durable vinyl construction means it will last a long time.

Whether you want to infuse some character into your space or you’re looking for the perfect gift, snag an Adorable Keychain Collectible Figure for just $19.99 (reg. $24.99) today.

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Acer isn't being subtle about the fact that its latest ultraportable Swift laptop is a MacBook Air competitor.

The Taiwanese tech company unveiled the Swift Air 16 at IFA 2025 in Berlin on Wednesday, billing it as an "ultralight Copilot+ PC for modern mobile professionals." (Yep, they put the A-word right in its name.) The 16-inch Windows laptop features AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series processors, an optional AMOLED 120Hz display, and an impressively feathery form factor for a laptop of its size.

U.S. shoppers won't be able to get their hands on the Swift Air 16 right away. Acer is launching it in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa this November, starting at €999 (or about $1,165), but hasn't confirmed its North American pricing or availability just yet.

The lighter configuration of the Acer Swift Air 16 is over half a pound lighter than the 13-inch M4 Apple MacBook Air. Credit: Acer

Weighing as little as 2.18 pounds (depending on the configuration), the Swift Air 16 is as light as the Snapdragon X-powered Asus Zenbook A14, which has a smaller 14-inch display. The Zenbook A14 has been the lightest Copilot+ PC on the market since it debuted at CES 2025 in January. (The 12-inch Microsoft Surface Pro 11 released in May is even lighter at 1.5 pounds, but only on a technicality: It doesn't come with a built-in keyboard.)

For comparison's sake, the 13-inch M4 Apple MacBook Air weighs 2.7 pounds, while the 15-inch model weighs 3.3 pounds.

The Acer Swift 16 AI may be much lighter than Apple's MacBook Air, but it's not quite as thin. Credit: Acer

Asus flirted with the MacBook Air comparisons by choosing the "A14" moniker, which sort of looks like the word "AIR," but Acer is going full send with the Swift Air 16.

That said, Apple probably isn't sweating too hard. While the Zenbook A14 was able to match MacBooks' all-day stamina, lasting nearly 22 hours in our battery life benchmark, the Swift Air 16 is only rated for up to 13 hours of video playback per charge.

The Acer Swift Air 16 comes in four finishes (left to right): Steel gray, fresh blue, light silver, and white. Credit: Acer

Here's what the rest of its spec sheet looks like:

• AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 to 7 350 processor

• Integrated AMD Radeon 820M to 860M graphics

• 60Hz IPS or 120Hz AMOLED display options

• Up to 32GB of RAM

• Up to 1TB of SSD storage

• 2MP webcam with privacy shutter

• Two USB-C ports, one USB-A port, an HDMI port, and a headphone jack

• WiFi 6E

• A magnesium-aluminum alloy chassis in four color options (light silver, fresh blue, steel gray, and white)

The Swift Air 16 weighs 2.18 pounds and measures 0.63 inches thin with its IPS display. Bumping that up to AMOLED makes it a quarter of a pound heavier and two-tenths of an inch thicker.

Just a day after JBL announced its new ultra-portable speaker, the JBL Grip, come another two new speakers from the brand. The audio maker just launched the Boombox 4 and the PartyBox 720 — the latter the largest speaker yet from JBL.

JBL Boombox 4 The previous generation — the JBL Boombox 3 Credit: JBL The 2025 model — the JBL Boombox 4 Credit: JBL

The JBL Boombox 4 is an update to its predecessor, the Boombox 3. It's designed to be portable with the top handle, but it's a hefty speaker. The new model comes in at 13 pounds, two pounds lighter than the Boombox 3. It's a master of bass with two different Boost Bass settings: Deep Bass adds a rich bass performance while Punchy Bass is for lively, upbeat tunes.

In the redesign of its Boombox, JBL added two new woofers to the speaker. It offers 28 hours of playback and an IPX68 waterproof rating. The Boombox 4 also comes with AI Sound Boost to deliver a louder sound with less distortion. JBL's Auracast also allows you to sync the Boombox with another speaker, like the new PartyBox 720. Preorders for the Boombox 4 start now and will be available on Sept. 28.

JBL PartyBox 720 The PartyBox 720 has an IPX4 rating so an overzealous cannon ball won't bring down the mood. Credit: JBL

JBL's PartyBox 720 is the largest battery-powered speaker from the brand, making it a step up from the JBL PartyBox 520. It stands 37 inches tall and weighs a whopping 68 pounds, so while it is portable thanks to its handle and wheels, it's going to be a heavy lift.

It's a party speaker fit for true entertainers looking to blast music for a crowd. It has the convenience of being wireless, able to play wherever you need, without being tied down by the need for an outlet. With 15 hours of playback, it can keep the party going from dusk to dawn. Two nine-inch woofers deliver powerful sound and bass. Like the Boombox 4, it also uses AI Sound Boost and Auracast.

It features two XLR ports for a microphone, guitar, or even DJ equipment. As evidenced by our experience with the PartyBox 520, we think JBL's speakers make for great karaoke machines when paired with a mic. The JBL PartyBox 720 is available for preorder now and will be on shelves Sept. 21.

While tech brands like SteelSeries already offer a wide range of gaming headphones that feel premium, you could make the argument that the Arctis Nova Pro Wireless is the first instance of a truly high-end, luxury gaming headset. 

The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless is designed to serve as a do-it-all solution for console, PC, and everyday listening — offering a combination of high-fidelity audio, flexible connectivity, and thoughtful convenience. Its price is still rather high, even when discounted. That said, the experience is well and truly worth the cost — especially if you want the absolute best level of gaming audio you can get on any platform at home and beyond.

High-end design and comfort

The Nova Pro Wireless is the type of model that doesn’t scream “gaming headset” at first glance. If anything, its sleek profile, retractable microphone, and matte finish makes it feel more like a premium pair of travel headphones compared to models from other brands that focus on flashy RGB. 

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As someone who normally opts for black, the white model wowed me with a clean, understated elegance that would suit working remotely in a coffee shop just as well as connecting to a PS5 at home. And if you like customisation, the Nova Pro Wireless is designed to swap its headband and twin speaker plates with those of alternative colours from Nova Booster packs. The standard silver and white looks classy, but the mint colour is my new favourite — refreshing the white headset with an extra hint of personality yet still bringing a compatible, elegant aesthetic to my setup.

As for comfort, the way that the flexible steel headband evenly distributes weight offsets some of the small inconvenience I’ve had with slightly cheaper, yet still great, headsets. When wearing the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X, for example, I’d need to quickly remove it for some small relief after about four hours. 

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With the Nova Pro Wireless, I felt none of this fatigue whatsoever. So I could keep playing Gears of War Reloaded for as long as I wanted without any additional stress.

Brilliant audio performance and connectivity

The Nova Pro Wireless wouldn’t be a luxury gaming headset without being able to generate first-rate audio for gaming and other media, and it thankfully does that in spades. Like with the aforementioned Arctis Nova 7X and other models in the SteelSeries arsenal — such as the Arctis GameBuds — the Nova Pro Wireless comes in two models that either work with everything but Xbox (PS5, Nintendo Switch 2, PS4, PC, etc), and everything including Xbox. 

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This is due to the alternative wireless protocols under the technological hood that require a dedicated connection method to connect to Xbox consoles like the Series X and S. Where this differs in the Nova Pro Wireless’ case is the included OLED Base Station, working as a USB-connected 2.4GHz control hub for the headset — letting you switch between the dedicated Xbox USB-C connection and the other USB for devices like the PS5 and Switch 2.

With the Nova Pro Wireless, SteelSeries bundles in two USB-C cables so you can plug in both to jump from one to the other on the fly.

Credit: Mashable/SteelSeries

As for how the sound performs, the Hi-Res drivers not only provide a fuller, richer, and more detailed sound compared to most gaming headsets, but can be tweaked to your liking as well. The Base Station already comes with a range of dedicated EQ presets, including a bass boost and the ability to hear footsteps in an FPS like Fortnite, but you can also create custom presets on Sonar within the SteelSeries GG app. 

Although it feels like an inconvenience that you can’t create custom presets within the Base Station, with SteelSeries’ Arctis mobile app, it’s still incredibly handy for PC or console gamers who don’t mind a bit of back and forth. 

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Console players have specific audio support of their own as the Arctis Nova Pro Wireless is compatible with both Microsoft Spatial Sound for Xbox or Tempest 3D Audio for PS5. No matter which system you’re playing on, the spatial imaging feels mighty enough to accurately pinpoint foes in Call of Duty, take in the beautiful soundscapes of The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered, enjoy the thrill of engine revs in Forza Motorsport 5, or simply revel in the wacky music of Mario Kart World when connected to the USB port on your docked Nintendo Switch 2. 

The only caveat with a feature like the Base Station is that the Arctis Nova Pro Wireless, at its best, isn’t really a portable headset to take on the go if you constantly want to use the 2.4GHz connection. On the other hand, the Bluetooth compatibility works great with handheld devices like the Switch 2 and smartphones.

The 2.4GHz connection and Bluetooth work simultaneously. So you can listen to ACDC on Spotify through your phone whilst playing Battlefield 6 on PS5, if you like.

Solid noise control, fit for everyday use 

That same premium audio from the Arctis Nova Pro Wireless is made even better with Active Noise Cancellation enabled. Using a hybrid microphone array, the headset reduces background distractions like keyboard clatter or household chatter. 

I found that the noise-cancelling doesn’t shut out as much outside noise compared to my favourite Sony XM4s, at least when I’m out and about, but it’s good enough to create a more immersive bubble when gaming or binging series like Wednesday at home. 

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I found the Transparency Mode is equally useful, letting you hear your surroundings without removing the headset — making it ideal for when I was watching Demon Slayer when cooking.

Clean microphone performance

As a gamer who doesn’t go multiplayer too often, SteelSeries’ extractable ClearCast Gen 2 microphone ended up being another major bonus thanks to its AI-powered noise reduction. When getting into a group chat with my friends during a Star Wars Battlefront 2 marathon, they not only said that my voice quality sounded way crisper than when I’ve used the microphone on my Razor Kiyo streaming webcam, but they couldn’t hear the background noise of the extractor fan either. 

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The Arctis Nova Pro’s ability to adjust the volumes between the chat and games we were playing came in clutch as well. With some minor tweaking required, the handiness of the base station and high-quality audio of the mic mean that only a bit of trial and error is needed to get the balance right compared to other headsets.

Swapple battery system — the star of the show

The crown jewel of the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless headset is its hot-swappable battery system. 

Included with the headset are two batteries: one to keep inside the headset itself, and one you can actually charge within the base station. You can keep playing on one battery — lasting around 20 hours each — and then exchanging with the base station without needing to turn the headset off. 

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While there have been a plethora of wireless gaming headsets from various brands that boast practically indefinite battery lives, the Arctis Nova Pro Wireless remains the first where you could technically keep playing forever — whilst sounding fantastic with versatile connectivity and comfort.

Where to buy the Nova Pro Wireless?

The Arctis Nova Pro Wireless gaming headset is available to buy at popular retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart.

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Whether you're tired of price hikes, trying to scale back your streaming service subscriptions, or just straight up don't watch a ton of Netflix anymore, there comes a time when you might want to part ways with the streaming giant and cancel your account. Luckily, you've come to the right place.

Below, you'll find a step-by-step guide on how to cancel your Netflix account from your desktop computer or from your phone, as well as advice on how to delete your account entirely after the cancellation.

SEE ALSO: How to unblock and watch U.S. Netflix How to cancel your Netflix account on desktop Total Time

• 2 min

What You Need

• Laptop or computer
• Netflix account

Step 1: Log in to your Netflix account.

You can do this through Netflix's website.

Step 2: Click on your profile icon, then click it again in the top right corner of the screen.

Credit: Screenshot: Belen Edwards / Netflix

Step 3: Select "Account" from the drop-down menu that appears.

Doing this will bring you to your account page.

Credit: Screenshot: Belen Edwards / Netflix

Step 4: Click "Manage Membership."

You can also click "Membership" on the menu to the right. Both options will lead to the same place.

Credit: Screenshot: Belen Edwards / Netflix

Step 5: Scroll to the bottom and click "Cancel Membership."

Credit: Screenshot: Belen Edwards / Netflix

Step 6: Click the plus sign next to "Cancel." Then, click "Finish Cancellation."

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Your account will be canceled at the end of the current billing period, and permanently deleted 24 months after cancellation.

If you choose to restart your account within 24 months after cancellation, you will still be able to access your old profile, viewing history, recommendations, ratings, account details, gameplay history, and game saves.

However, if you want to delete your account immediately, contact privacy@netflix.com from the email address used for your Netflix account.

How to cancel your Netflix account on your phone

You cannot delete your Netflix account directly in the app, but you can delete it from your phone's browser.

Total Time

• 2 min

What You Need

• iPhone
• Netflix account

Step 1: Open the Netflix app and log into your account.

Step 2: Click on your profile icon.

It's in the bottom right-hand corner of the screen.

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Step 3: Click on the three horizontal lines in the top right corner of the screen.

This will take you to your account page.

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Step 4: Select "Account" from the menu that comes up.

Credit: Screenshot: Belen Edwards / Netflix

Step 5: Scroll down and click "Cancel Membership."

It's after your billing details.

Credit: Screenshot: Belen Edwards / Netflix

Step 6: Click the plus sign next to "Cancel." Then, click "Finish Cancellation."

Credit: Screenshot: Belen Edwards / Netflix

As with canceling on desktop, your account will be canceled at the end of the current billing period, and your information will be automatically deleted 24 months after the account has been canceled.

If you choose to restart your account within 24 months after cancellation, you will still be able to access your old profile and viewing preferences.

However, if you want to delete your account immediately, contact privacy@netflix.com from the email address used for your Netflix account.

On a roll with canceling your streaming services? Here's how to cancel Apple TV+.

UPDATE: Sep. 2, 2025, 2:49 p.m. EDT This article was originally published on April 3, 2024, and has been updated to include current information.

TL;DR: Unblock porn sites for free with a VPN. The best service for unblocking porn sites is ExpressVPN.

It might not always seem like it, but the online world is actually full of content restrictions and blockades. And, of course, that goes double for adult content.

Porn comes with a lot of restrictions, but you could make the argument that there's nothing wrong with adults visiting their favorite sites at entirely appropriate moments. When the time is right, you should be able to bypass content restrictions to access sites like Xnxx from any network and location. And fortunately, you can do exactly that with this quick and easy hack.

If you want to unblock porn sites like Xnxx from anywhere in the world, we've got all the information you need.

How to unblock Xnxx for free

VPNs are tools that can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to secure servers in other locations. This straightforward process can bypass geo-restrictions to access porn sites like Xnxx from anywhere in the world.

SEE ALSO: How to unblock Pornhub for free

Unblock porn sites like Xnxx by following these simple steps:

1. Sign up for a VPN (like ExpressVPN)

2. Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)

3. Open up the app and connect to a server in a location that supports access to Xnxx

4. Visit Xnxx

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The best VPNs for bypassing content restrictions are not free, but leading VPNs do tend to offer free-trial periods or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can unblock porn sites like Xnxx without actually spending anything. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it does mean you can retain access to porn sites when temporarily away from a secure network.

If you want to retain permanent access to everything the online world has to offer, you'll need a subscription. Fortunately, the best VPN for porn is on sale for a limited time.

What is the best VPN for porn?

ExpressVPN is the best service for fast and reliable unblocking of porn sites like Xnxx, for a number of reasons:

• Servers in 105 countries

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• 30-day money-back guarantee

A two-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $139 and includes an extra four months for free — 61% off for a limited time. This plan also includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month subscription for just $12.95 (including money-back guarantee.)

Unblock Xnxx for free with ExpressVPN.

SAVE $400: As of Sept. 3, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is on sale for $699.99 at Amazon. That's a 36% saving on the list price.

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The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge was only released earlier this year, and we've already got a huge discount. Not only that, but it's down to its lowest-ever price on Amazon right now.

Reduced by 36%, the Galaxy S25 Edge is now priced at just $699.99 as of Sept. 3. This deal is specific to the 256GB option and the titanium icyblue, titanium silver, and titanium gray colors.

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This model is Samsung's slimmest and lightest in the S series, so if you're looking for a powerful model that still slips easily into your pocket, this is for you. It might be light, but it's durable thanks to its titanium frame and Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 build. Now, we're not saying you can throw it around, but it should be strong enough to survive some accidental drops.

Camera quality is always super important with a new phone, and the 200MP camera on this model won't disappoint. There's also a wide-angle lens and a 12MP front camera.

The phone also runs on the most powerful Galaxy processor yet, so lagging and slow-running apps are a thing of the past. And to make things even easier for you, the built-in virtual assistant can do just about anything, from finding a restaurant to sending a text. And when you’re searching for a photo, you don’t have to scroll endlessly, just describe it, and your phone finds it for you.

All this for $400 off? Get this great deal from Amazon now.

SAVE $550: As of Sept. 3, the Alienware 18 Area-51 gaming laptop is on sale for $2,949.99 at Amazon. That's a 16% saving on the list price.

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On the hunt for a new gaming laptop? You'll love this incredible new deal on the Alienware 18 Area-51 at Amazon. As of Sept. 3, this impressive model is not only reduced by a whopping $550, but it's down to its lowest-ever price.

So, what are you getting for that price? Under the hood, you’re getting an RTX 5080 with NVIDIA Max-Q, so visuals come through super sharp. Paired with the Intel Core Ultra HX chips, CPU, GPU, and NPU together, you're getting a smooth, non-laggy performance, perfect for multitasking.

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For cooling, it has a Cryo-Chamber, which props the system up for more airflow and even gives you a peek at the AlienFX fans through Gorilla Glass. That's a cool touch. And what's a gaming laptop without impressive lighting? This model has aurora-inspired patterns that spill across your surroundings.

And if anything breaks down, you're covered with Dell’s one-year onsite service, so they’ll come to you to get it fixed. So what's stopping you from upgrading?

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

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

How to play Pips

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

SEE ALSO: NYT Strands hints, answers for September 3, 2025 Easy difficulty hints, answers for Sept. 3 Pips

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

Number (10): Everything in this space must add up to 10. The answer is 6-3, placed vertically; 4-2, placed vertically.

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

Medium difficulty hints, answers for Sept. 3 Pips

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

Equal (1) : Everything in this red space must equal 1. The answer is 1-1, placed vertically; 1-6, placed horizontally.

Greater than (4): Everything in this dark blue space must be greater than 4. The answer is 1-6, placed horizontally.

Equal (0) : Everything in this light blue space must equal 0. The answer is 0-0, placed horizontally; 1-5, placed horizontally.

Number (8): Everything in this space must add up to 8. The answer is 1-5, placed horizontally; 3-2, placed horizontally.

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

Hard difficulty hints, answers for Sept. 3 Pips

Number (9): Everything in this space must add up to 9. The answer is 2-2, placed horizontally; 5-5, placed vertically; 0-4, placed vertically.

Number (2): Everything in this space must add up to 2. The answer is 2-1, placed vertically.

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

Number (7): Everything in this space must add up to 7. The answer is 3-3, placed vertically; 2-1, placed vertically.

Number (6): Everything in this space must add up to 6. The answer is 6-1, placed horizontally.

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

Number (1): Everything in this space must add up to 1. The answer is 6-1, placed horizontally.

Number (8): Everything in this space must add up to 8. The answer is 3-6, placed vertically; 1-1, placed horizontally.

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

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

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

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

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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.

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

• Yellow: Different leagues

• Green: Partial roles

• Blue: Same university

• Purple: Same pick

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

• Yellow: Levels of competitive sports

• Green: First words of basketball positions

• Blue: Notre Dame alumni in WNBA

• Purple: Players drafted No. 1 in 2025

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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 #345 is...

What is the answer to Connections Sports Edition today

• Levels of competitive sports - COLLEGE, HIGH SCHOOL, PRO, REC

• First words of basketball positions - POINT, POWER, SHOOTING, SMALL

• Notre Dame alumni in WNBA - CITRON, DIGGINS, MCBRIDE, OGUNBOWALE

• Players drafted No. 1 in 2025 - BUECKERS, FLAGG, SCHAEFER, WARD

Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be new Connections for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.

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The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.

With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.

So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections — we have you covered.

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Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2025:

AcrossOn this spot

• The answer is Here.

=

• The answer is Equal.

Organisms that sound like someone you'd enjoy hanging out with

• The answer is Fungi.

Where the North Base Camp for Mount Everest can be found

• The answer is Tibet.

Combustible funeral structure

• The answer is Pyre.

DownSerious weight

• The answer is Heft.

Furnish with supplies

• The answer is Equip.

Bring up to in order to get a quick opinion

• The answer is Run By.

Like the proverbial beaver

• The answer is Eager.

Miller ___ (beer)

• The answer is Lite.

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Disney has agreed to pay a $10 million settlement after the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) accused it of unlawfully allowing children's personal data to be collected. It seems the issue came down to some boxes that were left unchecked on the company's YouTube uploads.

The FTC announced the settlement on Tuesday, alleging that Disney had violated the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). Specifically, the FTC accused Disney of failing to inform its child-targeted content's audience that it was tracking their data, or securing parental consent for such tracking. Both of these are required under COPPA.

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"Our order penalizes Disney's abuse of parents' trust, and, through a mandated video-review program, makes room for the future of protecting kids online — age assurance technology," said FTC chairman Andrew N. Ferguson.

In addition to Disney's $10 million settlement, the FTC has ordered the company to establish a new 10-year program reviewing all of its YouTube videos and appropriately designating them as either for or not for kids.

"This settlement does not involve Disney-owned and -operated digital platforms, but rather is limited to the distribution of some of our content on YouTube's platform," a Disney spokesperson told Axios. "Disney has a long tradition of embracing the highest standards of compliance with children's privacy laws, and we remain committed to investing in the tools needed to continue being a leader in this space."

Tracking children under 13 without their parents' knowledge likely sounds alarming to many such caregivers. In this case, it appears that the issue may have simply been the result of incorrectly answered questions in YouTube's upload forms.

How did Disney allegedly allow children's data to be tracked?

To help users comply with COPPA, YouTube requires uploaders to specify whether or not each video is made for kids. Users can indicate this on each individual video, as well as configure their settings so that all future and existing uploads on their channel will be considered either for or not for kids.

When a video is marked as made for kids, YouTube restricts or disables some of its functionality. This includes the comment section, notifications, and significantly, data collection and targeted advertising. If a video isn't marked as made for kids, YouTube is able to collect viewers' personal information and tailor advertisements to them. 

According to the FTC's complaint, Disney's corporate policy is to set its various YouTube channels as either for or not for children, and adhere to that default designation for any future uploads. As such, Disney allegedly failed to appropriately label a "significant number" of child-targeted videos when uploading them to YouTube channels classified as not made for kids.

Impacted YouTube channels included Disney, Pixar, Disney Plus, Walt Disney Studios, Disney Animation Studios, Disney Movies, and Disney on Ice, all of which were allegedly marked as not made for kids. Due to this designation, even clips from popular children's movies such as Frozen, Moana, Cars, and Tangled were similarly marked.

"The failure to mark child-directed videos appropriately as [made for kids] was brought to Disney's attention as early as June 2020, when YouTube informed Disney that it had changed the designations from [not made for kids to made for kids] for more than three hundred videos," read the FTC's complaint. "[Despite this], Disney did not revise its policy of designating videos based on the channel-level default rather than designating individual videos as [made for kids] when appropriate….

"Disney’s failure to accurately designate child-directed videos as [made for kids] results in YouTube collecting personal information and placing targeted advertisements on child-directed videos on Disney’s behalf."

YouTube itself fell afoul of COPPA in 2019, receiving a $170 million fine from the FTC. The company subsequently introduced its made for kids label to help bring the platform and its users in line with the act. Unfortunately for Disney, such features are only useful if they're used properly.

Even though Lady Gaga wasn't in Wednesday Season 1, she became inextricably tied to the show when TikTok users paired Wednesday's (Jenna Ortega's) now-iconic dance scene with a sped-up version of Gaga's "Bloody Mary." (In the show, the dance was set to The Cramps' "Goo Goo Muck.")

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Gaga quickly embraced the connection, getting in on the viral dance trend herself. She even posted about the trend on X, writing, "Slay Wednesday! You're welcome at Haus of Gaga anytime (and bring Thing with you, we love paws around here)"

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But instead of Wednesday coming to Gaga, it was Gaga who came to Wednesday. In Nov. of 2024, Entertainment Weekly broke the news that Gaga would star in Wednesday Season 2. The casting was a match made in heaven, not only because of the "Bloody Mary" connection, but also because Lady Gaga, Mother Monster herself, is basically the patron saint of outcasts like those we meet in Wednesday. She would fit right in at Nevermore!

Since the casting announcement, Gaga has been a key part of the Wednesday media machine. She performed an eight-minute medley at Netflix's TUDUM event in June of 2025, she turned looks on the Wednesday premiere red carpet, and she even released a new single, "The Dead Dance," tied to the release of Wednesday Season 2, Part 2.

Who does Lady Gaga play in Wednesday Season 2? Jenna Ortega and Lady Gaga at the "Wednesday" Season 2 premiere. Credit: Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images for Netflix

It's a shame, then, that Gaga is barely in Wednesday. She shows up in Season 2, episode 6 as Rosaline Rotwood, a long-dead psychic Raven and Nevermore teacher who taught Wednesday's Grandmama Hester Frump (Joanna Lumley). Wednesday visits her grave in order to temporarily restore her psychic ability.

In a vision, Rosaline — floating ethereally in an all-white gown — tests Wednesday's resolve. She'll give her her power back for as long as Wednesday manages to hold her hand over a lit candle. If she removes her hand too early, she'll have to pay a terrible price. (If you've ever wondered how Lady Gaga would execute Dune's gom jabbar test, now you know.)

Of course, Wednesday's plan goes awry when Enid (Emma Myers) snaps her out of her vision. That prompts the terrible price: a body swap between the two polar opposites. From then on out, Rosaline vanishes from the episode, save for a brief moment when she basically FaceTimes Wednesday (in Enid's body) through a statue.

How long is Lady Gaga in Wednesday?

So how long is Gaga's much-hyped Wednesday appearance? Using very scientific methods (an iPhone timer) and a strict rubric (I'm only counting scenes, not the image of her portrait or the runtime of "The Dead Dance"), I discovered that Gaga was in Wednesday for a whopping one minute and 42 seconds. That's half an "Abracadbra"!

Gaga's short runtime feels borderline criminal given her acting prowess (she's an Oscar nominated actress!) and the hype in the lead-up to the appearance. But before we lock Wednesday showrunners Alfred Gough and Miles Millar up in the "Telephone" jail for the lack of Gaga, it's important to remember that Gaga was only on Wednesday's set for one day, meaning we were never going to get anything more than a glorified cameo. Still, a girl can dream.

Plus, when it comes to cameos, Gaga floating around onscreen, channeling Wednesday's version of a Bene Gesserit, and then kicking off Freaky Friday-style body swap chaos isn't a bad way to go.

Wednesday Season 2 is now streaming on Netflix.

After many attempted murders, a Freaky Friday–style body swap, and way too little Lady Gaga, Wednesday Season 2 has come to a suitably spooky end.

The Addams family prevailed over the Night family, which included resurrected zombie Isaac (Owen Painter), his sister and Hyde Françoise (Frances O'Connor), and Hyde Tyler Galpin (Hunter Doohan). Wednesday (Jenna Ortega) also took down Principal Dort (Steve Buscemi) after learning he was the original head of the Morning Song cult. All in all, it's been one busy season for our favorite outcast!

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But Wednesday's adventures are far from over, as the finale introduces several twists that are bound to play a part in Wednesday Season 3. From werewolf hunts to estranged family members, let's break it down.

Wednesday's next goal? Un-wolfing Enid. Emma Myers in "Wednesday." Credit: Courtesy of Netflix

The good news: Wednesday managed to save her bestie, Enid (Emma Myers), from certain death this season. The bad news: Enid may now be permanently wolfed out.

Over the course of the season, Enid learned that she is an Alpha werewolf. That means she can transform any time, not just during the full moon. However, being an Alpha comes with a major cost. Alpha werewolves are destined to be loners. Plus, when a young Alpha wolfs out under a full moon, there's a high chance the transformation they undergo is permanent. As if that weren't enough, the transformed Alpha will be hunted by other werewolves. It's the rawest of raw deals, and Enid takes every precaution on the night of the full moon to make sure she doesn't wolf out.

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However, when Isaac buries Wednesday alive, Enid has no choice but to transform in order to dig her back up again. It's the ultimate sacrifice, one made all the more bittersweet by Enid and Wednesday's body swap in episode 6, which brought them closer.

It's also not a sacrifice Wednesday takes lightly, as she and her Uncle Fester (Fred Armisen) set out on a road trip to save a fleeing wolf-Enid. Look, if anyone can figure out how to reverse a permanent wolf out, it's Wednesday. But there's just the small problem of all the other werewolves hunting Enid down. How will Nevermore's most polar opposite roommates fare in a battle against whole packs?

What's the deal with Isadora Capri's Hyde pack? Billie Piper in "Wednesday." Credit: Bernard Walsh / Netflix

Speaking of packs, let's talk about Nevermore's music teacher, Isadora Capri (Billie Piper). As Part 2 revealed, she's one of the few people to have survived a Hyde attack: Her encounter came at the hands of her boyfriend, Alfie Penn.

However, in the Season 2 finale, she spins a different story of her Hyde connection to Tyler, telling him a Hyde was her father. Now, she wants to bring Tyler to a place where Hydes are free to be themselves, with no need for masters. He accepts her offer and drives off into the sunset with her, but the whole situation seems fishy.

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In Wednesday and Capri's discussion about Hydes, Capri never once mentioned that her father was a Hyde. That seems like a pretty big detail to omit from that conversation! Instead, she focused on how Alfie attacked her at his jealous master's command, only to accidentally kill her in the process. But could Capri have been lying to Wednesday about Alfie's attack? The newspaper articles Wednesday reads about the attack provide solid evidence, but as the season has shown us from the faked obituaries of the LOIS subjects, these kinds of articles can be easily falsified. Perhaps Capri was more involved in the attack than we know. And perhaps Alfie isn't really dead, and is instead a member of Capri's Hyde Pack.

Why is Hester Frump keeping Ophelia locked up? Joanna Lumley in "Wednesday." Credit: Owen Behan / Netflix

All throughout Season 2, Morticia Addams (Catherine Zeta-Jones) and her mother, Hester Frump (Joanna Lumley), have discussed the disappearance of Morticia's sister, Ophelia. Like Wednesday, she was a troubled psychic, and she wound up institutionalized in Willow Hill before vanishing for years.

Turns out, she was right under Wednesday's characters' noses the whole time. Or really, one character's nose in particular: Hester's.

In the last moments of the Season 2 finale, Morticia gifts Wednesday Ophelia's journal. While reading it, Wednesday gets a psychic vision of her aunt, proof that her mending her bond with her mother has begun to help her regain her outcast ability. With the help of this vision, Wednesday reveals that Hester knows damn well where Ophelia's been this whole time. She's been imprisoned in Hester's basement, where she scrawls charming, bloody messages like "Wednesday must die" on her prison walls.

The Ophelia reveal raises major questions for Season 3. What is Hester up to, locking her daughter away like this? Is it a protective measure to keep Wednesday safe? Some twisted form of motherly love?

Plus, what kind of visions has Ophelia been having to believe that Wednesday must die? And how in the world will Morticia react when she finds out what her mother has done with her sister?

So much of Season 2 was spent on strengthening the mother-daughter bond between Morticia and Wednesday, but Season 3 may very well see the full destruction of another such bond: that between Morticia and Hester.

After all, when it comes to family, Addams or otherwise, things are rarely ever straightforward.

Wednesday Season 2 is now streaming on Netflix.

Wednesday Season 2 ended with Wednesday Addams (Jenna Ortega) saving Enid (Emma Myers) from death and taking down the nefarious zombies, Hydes, and cult leaders who threatened Nevermore and the rest of her family. But the show also left viewers with several questions: Will Wednesday save a now permanently wolfed-out Enid? And what's the deal with her Aunt Ophelia?

With these questions comes an even bigger question: Will Wednesday fans actually get a chance to see these storylines play out in a Wednesday Season 3?

Is there going to be a Wednesday Season 3?

Thankfully, Netflix has already revealed Wednesday's fate, announcing the show's Season 3 renewal a full two weeks before Season 2 dropped. That speaks to the confidence Netflix has in the show, and they have the numbers to back it up.

In Season 1 alone, Wednesday became Netflix's most-streamed English language show of all time. It's the streamer's second most popular show of all time, only beaten out by Squid Game. While viewership numbers dropped in the second season according to What's on Netflix, Wednesday Season 2 has still managed to rack up 92.5 million views — and that's without the views of Part 2.

When is Wednesday Season 3 coming out?

Although Wednesday Season 3 is confirmed, it doesn't have a concrete release date yet. Still, it's possible to make an educated guess given the time between Season 1 and Season 2.

Season 1 premiered Nov. 23, 2022, and Season 2 premiered Aug. 6, 2025, meaning there were almost three years between seasons. That's unfortunately become the norm for Netflix's tentpole titles like Bridgerton and Stranger Things. However, the Wednesday wait was also further impacted by the 2023 WGA and SAG strikes, which halted TV and film production for months. Without strikes, the turnaround time on Wednesday Season 3 could be faster, putting us in the 2027 range.

Wednesday Season 2 is now streaming on Netflix.

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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Defamation.

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LIBEL

Hurdle Word 2 hint

Jean material.

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DENIM

Hurdle Word 3 hint

Transparent.

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CLEAR

Hurdle Word 4 hint

What an angry dog might do.

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GROWL

Final Hurdle hint

By law.

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LEGAL

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