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Excel is the backbone of modern life, powering everything from your personal mortgage calculations to complex corporate budgets. However, a workbook is only as reliable as the person who built it—even seasoned pros make simple mistakes that lead to massive discrepancies. It's time to fix your formulas before they fail you.

Home Assistant is great, but it can suck up time like almost nothing else. Change one small thing, and suddenly you have to edit multiple automations to get things working again. With a little forward planning, however, you can save yourself hours of wasted time.

It always stuns me how easily we slide back into the routine of the new year. But I don't mind, because that routine means I get to queue up some movies to get me through the weeks. And since Paramount+ is on my beat, I've got a few this week that offer a mix of comfort food and something thought-provoking.

The Golden Globes has wrapped for another year, and as always the awards show brought its mixture of amusing moments, emotional moments, and upsets.

From Timothée Chalamet beating out Leonardo DiCaprio and George Clooney to win his first Globe to Teyana Taylor's emotional acceptance speech, we've rounded up some of the must-see moments below...

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A number of Golden Globes attendees, including Mark Ruffalo, Wanda Skyes and Natasha Lyonne, wore pins to the ceremony with the words "BE GOOD" in black caps against a white background — a protest against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) after 37-year-old mother Renee Good was fatally shot by an ICE agent in Minneapolis last week.

"We need every part of civil society, society to speak up," anti-ICE pin organiser, Nelini Stamp of Working Families Power, was quoted as saying by NPR. "We need our artists. We need our entertainers. We need the folks who reflect society."

Nikki Glaser roasting celebrities and the government

Nikki Glaser also brought some politics to the awards show, roasting the U.S. Justice Department along with many of the celebrities in attendance.

"Yes, the Golden Globes: without a doubt, the most important thing that's happening in the world right now," she said. "I cannot believe the amount of star power we have in this room tonight. It's insane. There are so many A-listers. And by A-listers, I do mean people who are on A-list that has been heavily redacted."

Rose Byrne's joke about her husband

Rose Byrne's husband Bobby Cannavale wasn't in attendance, but when she picked up her award for Best Female Actor (Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy) for her performance in If I Had Legs I'd Kick You, she made sure to shout him out.

"He couldn't be here because he's getting a bearded dragon, and he went to a reptile expo in New Jersey," she said. "So thank you, baby."

Ryan Coogler thanking audiences for "showing up"

Sinners picked up awards for best original score and cinematic and box office achievement on Sunday. In his acceptance speech, writer/director Ryan Coogler thanked the audience.

"It was an honour on this movie to know it was getting a theatrical release," said Coogler. "We would remind people every day, in the dog days of summer, in New Orleans, like, 'Hey, big movie, people gonna see this, big theatre.' We didn't know that they would show up, so we just want to say thank you that they did. It meant the world to us."

Featured Video For You Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan on 'Sinners' unique spin on vampirism Timothée Chalamet beating out a "stacked" category to win his first globe.

Timothée Chalamet thanked everyone involved in the making of Marty Supreme, and even managed to squeeze a pretty great joke in.

Teyana Taylor's emotional speech

After winning the award for Best Supporting Female Actor for her role in One Battle After Enough, Teyana Taylor gave a powerful speech.

"To all my brown sisters and little brown girls watching tonight: Our softness is not a liability, our depth is not too much, our light does not need permission to shine, we belong in every room we walk into, our voices matter, and our dreams deserve space," said Taylor.

Check out the complete list of Golden Globes 2026 winners.

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The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult to solve if you don't break an oath.

Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.

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

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable What is Connections?

The NYT's latest daily word game has become a social media hit. The Times credits associate puzzle editor Wyna Liu with helping to create the new word game and bringing it to the publications' Games section. Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common.

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Each puzzle features 16 words and each grouping of words is split into four categories. These sets could comprise of anything from book titles, software, country names, etc. Even though multiple words will seem like they fit together, there's only one correct answer.

If a player gets all four words in a set correct, those words are removed from the board. Guess wrong and it counts as a mistake—players get up to four mistakes until the game ends.

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Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media.

SEE ALSO: NYT Pips hints, answers for January 12, 2026 Here's a hint for today's Connections categories

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

• Yellow: Cozy pieces

• Green: Knowledge tiers

• Blue: A pledge

• Purple: Spare change

Here are today's Connections categories

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

• Yellow: Living room furniture

• Green: Experience levels

• Blue: Promise

• Purple: Ending in U.S. coins

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 #946 is...

What is the answer to Connections today

• Living room furniture: ARMCHAIR, BOOKCASE, CONSOLE, FOOTSTOOL

• Experience levels: EXPERT, INTERMEDIATE, NOVICE, PROFICIENT

• Promise: AGREEMENT, COMPACT, HANDSHAKE, UNDERSTANDING

• Ending in U.S. coins: CEFTAZIDIME, HEADQUARTER, MONEYPENNY, PUMPERNICKLE

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

SEE ALSO: NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for January 12, 2026

Are you also playing NYT Strands? Get all the Strands hints you need for today's puzzle.

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

KPop Demon Hunters remains forever shining with the smash-hit Netflix film taking home Golden Globes for Best Animated Feature Film and Best Original Song for eternal banger "Golden."

Directors Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans accepted the award on Sunday night alongside producer Michelle Wong, shouting out their relatable female characters like HUNTR/X's Rumi, Mira, and Zoey.

"Thank you to the Golden Globes and for everyone who believed that a movie so deeply rooted in Korean culture could resonate with a global audience," said Kang onstage. "Through this film, we really wanted to depict female characters the way that we know women, which is really strong and bold, really silly and weird, and really hungry for food — and sometimes a little thirsty."

Damn right! Couch! Couch! Couch! Couch!

Watch Ejae's acceptance speech for "Golden" and check out the whole list of Golden Globes award winners and nominees.

Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you're job hunting.

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

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

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

SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Answer, hints for January 12, 2026 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for January 12, 2026 NYT Strands hint for today’s theme: Appeal to a hire power

The words are related to work.

Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explained

These words describe job hunting info.

NYT Strands spangram hint: Is it vertical or horizontal?

Today's NYT Strands spangram is horizontal.

NYT Strands spangram answer today

Today's spangram is Resume.

NYT Strands word list for January 12

• Education

• Resume

• Awards

• Skills

• Name

• Contact

• Experience

Looking for other daily online games? Mashable's Games page has more hints, and if you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now!

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

Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you love to test things out.

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

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for January 12, 2026 Where did Wordle come from?

Originally created by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, Wordle rapidly spread to become an international phenomenon, with thousands of people around the globe playing every day. Alternate Wordle versions created by fans also sprang up, including battle royale Squabble, music identification game Heardle, and variations like Dordle and Quordle that make you guess multiple words at once. 

Wordle eventually became so popular that it was purchased by the New York Times, and TikTok creators even livestream themselves playing.

What's the best Wordle starting word?

The best Wordle starting word is the one that speaks to you. But if you prefer to be strategic in your approach, we have a few ideas to help you pick a word that might help you find the solution faster. One tip is to select a word that includes at least two different vowels, plus some common consonants like S, T, R, or N.

What happened to the Wordle archive?

The entire archive of past Wordle puzzles was originally available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it, but it was later taken down, with the website's creator stating it was done at the request of the New York Times. However, the New York Times then rolled out its own Wordle Archive, available only to NYT Games subscribers.

Is Wordle getting harder?

It might feel like Wordle is getting harder, but it actually isn't any more difficult than when it first began. You can turn on Wordle's Hard Mode if you're after more of a challenge, though.

SEE ALSO: NYT Pips hints, answers for January 12, 2026 Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:

A test run.

Does today's Wordle answer have a double letter?

There are no recurring letters.

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

Today's Wordle starts with the letter T.

SEE ALSO: Wordle-obsessed? These are the best word games to play IRL. The Wordle answer today is...

Get your last guesses in now, because it's your final chance to solve today's Wordle before we reveal the solution.

Drumroll please!

The solution to today's Wordle is...

TRIAL

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

Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.

SEE ALSO: NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for January 12, 2026

Reporting by Chance Townsend, Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.

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

How are those New Year's resolutions going? Hit the gym yet? Started tucking money away for a rainy day? Stay the course, slugger, and while you're at it, why not queue up a good movie for the treadmill? Netflix has countless flicks at your fingertips, and I've got a few suggestions for you.

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.

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: How to play Pips, the newest NYT game

Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Monday, Jan. 12, 2026:

AcrossUnit of farmland

• The answer is Acre.

Counterpart of "Musical or Comedy" at the Golden Globes

• The answer is Drama.

Kind of "touch" that A.I. lacks

• The answer is Human.

Alternative to credit

• The answer is Debit.

"OMG, that's hilarious"

• The answer is LOL.

DownCondition that affects concentration, for short

• The answer is ADHD.

Willfully causing pain

• The answer is Cruel.

Five-time role for Sylvester Stallone

• The answer is Rambo.

One might have a scheduled send time

• The answer is Email.

Aardvark's prey

• The answer is Ant.

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Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to the latest Mini Crossword.

Today's Connections: Sports Edition will be easier if you know west coast schools.

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: Track and field

• Green: Football team-related

• Blue: Player-focused

• Purple: For short

Here are today's Connections: Sports Edition categories

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

• Yellow: Decathlon events

• Green: Associated with the Pittsburgh Steelers

• Blue: Associated with C.J. Stroud

• Purple: What "SF" might refer to

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 #476 is...

What is the answer to Connections: Sports Edition today?

• Decathlon events - 100 METERS, DISCUS, LONG JUMP, SHOT PUT

• Associsted with the Pittsburgh Steelers - BLACK AND YELLOW, IMMACULATE RECEPTION, RENEGADE, TERRIBLE TOWELS

• Associated with C.J. Stroud - NO, 2 PICK, OHIO STATE, ROOKIE OF THE YEAR, TEXANS

• What "SF" might refer to - 49ERS, SACRIFICE FLY, SEMIFINAL, SMALL FORWARD

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 the latest Connections.

KPop Demon Hunters keeps goin' up, up, up with the smash-hit Netflix film taking home Golden Globes for Best Animated Feature Film and Best Original Song for eternal banger "Golden."

Singer-songwriter Ejae, who co-wrote and performed the record-breaking, chart-topping song, accepted the award with co-writers Mark Sonnenblick and Lee Hee-joon.

"When I was a little girl, I worked tirelessly for 10 years to fill one dream to become a K-pop idol, and I was rejected and disappointed that my voice wasn't good enough," said Ejae onstage. "So I leaned on songs and music to get through it. Now I'm here as a singer and a songwriter."

SEE ALSO: 'KPop Demon Hunters' stars Arden Cho and May Hong react to fans' TikTok videos

"It's a dream come true to be part of a song that is helping other girls, other boys, and everyone from all ages get through their hardship and to accept themselves," she said.

"I just want to say this award goes to people who've had their doors closed at them. I can confidently say rejection is redirection, so never give up."

Ejae then finished with a quote directly from her own "Golden" lyrics: "It's never too late to shine like you were born to be."

Watch director Maggie Kang's acceptance speech and check out the whole list of Golden Globes award winners and nominees.

I remember when Windows 8 came out, and I started encountering computers running Windows 8. I was intrigued by the new UI right away. I didn't get a chance to try it myself until I got a Dell laptop that shipped with it, and I was delighted with the new operating system. Years later, to my surprise, I found out that a lot of people hated Windows 8 and all the changes it brought. So I decided to go back to it and see for myself.

Sinners took home two awards during the Golden Globes on Sunday, including best original score and the award for cinematic and box office achievement. Ryan Coogler's lauded film made a whopping $368 million worldwide at the box office, breaking more than one record.

"I just want to thank the audience for showing up," said Coogler onstage during his acceptance speech. "This movie was made by hundreds of people. We don't always be working in the film business, wear tuxedos, and look glammed up — it's usually a grind. We'll be wearing like, performance fishing gear and being in the swamps."

SEE ALSO: Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan on 'Sinners' unique spin on vampirism

Coogler then noted the importance of Sinners being released in cinemas.

"It was an honour on this movie to know it was getting a theatrical release. We would remind people every day, in the dog days of summer, in New Orleans, like, 'Hey, big movie, people gonna see this, big theatre.' We didn't know that they would show up, so we just want to say thank you that they did. It meant the world to us," he said.

"We created a very special community and family making this film, grinding every day while many of us were away from our own families at home," said producer Zinzi Coogler onstage. "Thank you for pouring into this story. You are all masters of your craft at an elite level and it was an honour to share this space with you."

Check out the whole list of Golden Globes award winners and nominees.

SAVE $30: As of Jan. 12, the Fire TV Cube has been marked down to $109.99 at Amazon. This is $30 off its list price of $139.99.

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The start of a new year means a wide variety of new shows and films are gearing up to drop on streaming services. If you can't wait to watch what's to come over 2026, it's worth having a solid streaming setup ready to go. Thankfully, Amazon's offering $30 off its Fire TV Cube right now, so you can upgrade for less than usual.

As of Jan. 12, the Fire TV Cube has dropped from $139.99 to $109.99 at Amazon, making for a 21% discount. Keep in mind it's marked as a limited-time deal right now. If it's caught your eye, you'll want to be quick to make a move while it's still available at this reduced rate.

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With big shows set to drop this year — from A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms to season four of Bridgerton and so much more — the Fire TV Cube will make sure they shine on your screen, as it supports 4K UHD resolution alongside Dolby Vision and HDR. It also supports Dolby Atmos audio, allowing sound to come through clear and crisp as well.

The Fire TV Cube also supports WiFi 6E, which offers smooth streaming quality while you watch. On top of that, its octa-core 2.0 GHz processor allows you to quickly boot up and search through your favorite apps, so you can jump into the shows and movies you're interested in right away.

If it sounds like the upgrade you've been searching for, now is a good time to grab the Fire TV Cube on sale.

TL;DR: The Magic: The Gathering Avatar The Last Airbender Jumpstart Booster Box is on sale for $104.98 at Amazon.

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2025 was an astounding year for Magic: The Gathering expansions, and the Avatar: The Last Airbender set was a match made in heaven with the long-running trading card game — right alongside Final Fantasy. However, huge demand has kept stock low and prices high in some cases, requiring collectors to keep an eye out for new deals.

As of Jan. 12, you can buy the Magic: The Gathering Avatar The Last Airbender Jumpstart Booster Box for only $104.98, following a drop from its $167.76 list price of 37%. This set gives you 24 booster packs from Magic: The Gathering’s Avatar expansion altogether — each containing 20 cards, for a 480-card grand total.

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Granted, over $100 still seems quite a lot, but this does fall in line with this Avatar Booster Box’s market value in the MTG space right now, with TCGplayer currently estimating it at $94.52. Yes, the Amazon listing is $10 higher, but that’s still the best price you can find right now. Compared to TCGplayer, for instance, you’ll be saving around $57 — with its lowest-price listing at $161.95 when shipping costs are added on. 

If you’re a keen Magic: The Gathering player who wants the best bang for their buck but hasn’t tried the Avatar: The Last Airbender cards yet, this is one of the best ways to jump in. For more Magic: The Gathering savings, you can also score the Innistrad Remastered Play Booster Box at $70 off. As for the Marvel fans out there, MTG’s Spider-Man Play Booster Box is now only $104.99.

I genuinely love Windows and have been using it as my daily driver for over a decade. That said, loving Windows doesn’t mean it doesn’t push your patience to the limit. From slow search and nonstop updates to ads at every turn, here are some annoyances that make you sigh and roll your eyes.

Stuff Your Kindle Day is a favorite among e-reader users. Hundreds of e-books are majorly discounted, with many reads going for absolutely nothing. The e-book event began in 2014 on the Romance Bookworms platform, but has spun out into dozens of events that take place throughout the year. That means even if you missed the last Stuff Your Kindle Day, there's probably not long to wait until the next one goes live.

And while Kindle is in the name, it's not just for Kindle users. So here's everything you need to know about the next Stuff Your Kindle Day.

What is Stuff Your Kindle Day?

Stuff Your Kindle Day was started in 2014 by author Zoe York. It was run through York's platform Romance Bookworms, which still runs an annual event in July. However, plenty of other groups have started their own Stuff Your Kindle-style events. These events are typically author-driven and feature indepedent, genre titles like romantasy, sci-fi, and cozy mystery.

SEE ALSO: Kindle Scribe vs. Kobo Libra Colour: Which e-reader is better for journaling?

During these events, books are majorly discounted and often, totally free.

When is Stuff Your Kindle Day?

So when is the next Stuff Your Kindle Day? We've spotted events at least once a month through 2026:

• Jan. 21-24, 2026: Play Game by Indie Author Collective, highlighting sports fiction.

• Jan. 27, 2026: Free Romance Book Blast by Romance Bookworms.

• Feb. 9-13, 2026: Be My Valentine by Indie Author Collective, a romance book blast.

• March 18-21, 2026: Uniform Madness by Indie Author Collective, an occupational book blast.

• April 15-18, 2026: Stuff Your E-reader by Indie Author Collective, an all-genre book blast.

• April 28, 2026: Free Romance Book Blast by Romance Bookworms.

• May 13-16, 2026: Into the Darkness by Indie Author Collective, a dark and mafia book blast.

• June 10-13, 2026: Fantastical Escape by Indie Author Collective, a fantasy book blast.

• July 8-11, 2026: Something Strange by Indie Author Collective, a sci-fi and dystopian book blast.

• July 28, 2026: Free Romance Book Blast by Romance Bookworms.

• Aug. 5-8, 2026: Stuff Your E-reader by Indie Author Collective, an all-genre book blast.

• Sept. 23-26, 2026: Gotta Get 'Em All by Indie Author Collective, a series book blast.

• Oct. 26-30, 2026: Get Spooked by Indie Author Collective, a thriller, horror, paranormal, and mystery book blast.

• Nov. 25-28, 2026: Short & Sweet by Indie Author Collective, a novella and short story blast.

• Dec. 20-23, 2026: New Beginnings by Indie Author Collective, a debut book blast.

Do you need a Kindle or e-reader to participate?

Like Band-Aid, Kleenex, or Roomba, the name Kindle has become synonymous with e-readers. So while Kindle is in the name of Stuff Your Kindle Day, you can shop these events regardless of which e-reader you own. And actually, you don't need to own an e-reader at all, and with the Kindle app, Apple Books, and Google Play platforms, you can read books on your computer, tablet, or smartphone.

That being said, if you are looking for an e-reader, the Kindle Paperwhite is our favorite Kindle and overall e-reader.

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The Pitt thrived at the 83rd Golden Globe Awards, with star Noah Wyle taking home Best Male Actor (TV – Drama) on Sunday.

During his speech, Wyle thanked healthcare workers, who are the heart of the HBO medical drama — the Emmy-winning star plays Dr. Michael "Robby" Robinavitch in the Emergency Department of Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Center.

"To all the healthcare workers in the world, thank you," he said onstage.

SEE ALSO: 'The Pitt' Season 2: Everything you need to remember from Season 1

The Pitt also took home Best Television Series (Drama) at the Globes, with creator R. Scott Gemmill also taking a moment to thank healthcare workers during his acceptance speech.

"I also want to thank the first responders and healthcare workers who are the real heroes who inspire us," said Gemmill. "Deborah Khan, from The Diplomat, reminded me I have to thank all the civil servants as well.

"We live in a very divided country in a world right now, but I think cinema — and I call TV "cinema" — brings us all together, not only as an audience, but as a community. And we show people what we can do when a bunch of individuals, hundreds of us, who have a common goal, and we work together with decency, humanity, acceptance, and respect for each other, we can do amazing things."

Check out the whole list of Golden Globes award winners and nominees.