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The Pokémon TCG: Mega Lucario ex Figure Collection is $20 off with this exclusive coupon code at Amazon

1 hour 19 min ago

TL;DR: Amazon has the Pokémon TCG: Mega Lucario ex Figure Collection listed at $68.98, but a 30% coupon drops it to about $48.29 at checkout through March 16. That undercuts Walmart’s $54.99 price and knocks more than $20 off Amazon’s list price.

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Pokémon TCG collections have been fluctuating in price at leading trading card retailers in recent months. However, Amazon’s taken a big move to make it the best place to buy the Mega Lucario-themed collection. 

As of March 9, Amazon has the Pokémon TCG: Mega Lucario ex Figure Collection listed for $68.98, but there’s a 30% off coupon available on qualifying collectible card game items. Once that discount is applied at checkout, the box drops to about $48.29. That’s a saving of roughly $20.69 on Amazon’s listed price, and also beats Walmart’s current $54.99 listing for the same collection. The coupon is set to expire on March 16, 2026.

That's the best price we've seen all year according to price tracker camelcamelcamel. We should note that not everyone in the Mashable shopping team has access to this coupon code, so we hope you are one of the chosen ones.

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The Mega Lucario ex Figure Collection comes with an etched foil promo card featuring Mega Lucario ex, an oversized promo card, a Mega Lucario figure, five Pokémon TCG booster packs, and a code card for Pokémon TCG Live. As for the packs, you're getting three Mega Evolutions and two Destined Rivals.

It also lands in a pretty reasonable spot compared with the broader market. TCGplayer currently shows no active listings, but its most recent sale is listed at $47.14, with a median of $50 and a market price in the low $40s. That makes Amazon’s coupon price feel a lot more competitive than its standard listing.

You can still preorder Pokémon TCG Perfect Order Booster Bundles for $59.99 at Amazon. Also at Amazon, you can preorder the Pokémon TCG: First Partner Illustration Collection Series 1 for under $70

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The Pokémon TCG Pokémon Day 2026 Collection is close to market price at Walmart and Amazon

1 hour 29 min ago
Where to buy the Pokémon TCG Pokémon Day 2026 Collection: Best Walmart Deal Pokémon TCG Pokémon Day 2026 Collection $31.99 at Walmart Shop Now Best Amazon Deal Pokémon TCG Pokémon Day 2026 Collection $34.45 at Amazon Shop Now

Pokémon Day collection boxes have had a habit of bouncing around in price depending on where you tend to shop for trading cards, but Walmart is currently offering a reasonable listing for the 2026 version. 

As of March 9, Walmart has the Pokémon Day 2026 Collection listed for $31.99, which is lower than Amazon’s current $34.45 price for the exact same box. It also lands surprisingly close to TCGplayer’s current $29.95 market price. Comparing Amazon's price history via price tracker camelcamelcamel, this is one of the best we've seen so far for this special celebration set.

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While TCGplayer does show active listings as low as $32.99, those listings also tack on shipping. That makes Walmart’s price look much better once the total cost is actually considered.

The Pokémon Day 2026 Collection includes one foil Pikachu promo card with a Pokémon Day stamp, one Pokémon coin, and three Pokémon TCG booster packs (two Phantasmal Flames and one Mega Evolution). The stamped Pikachu promo is one of the best and most exclusive ways to celebrate the Pokémon franchise.

For the latest expansions from the Pokémon TCG, you can preorder Perfect Order Booster Bundles at market price over at Amazon. For other limited collections, you can also preorder the Pokémon TCG: First Partner Illustration Collection for under $70 at Amazon

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NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for March 9, 2026

1 hour 32 min ago

The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult to solve if you're bossy.

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 March 9, 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: Homophones

  • Green: In the public eye

  • Blue: Iconic puppets

  • Purple: HBIC

Here are today's Connections categories

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

  • Yellow: Starting with the same sound, spelled differently

  • Green: Metaphors for public scrutiny

  • Blue: Muppets

  • Purple: They feature a boss

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 #1001 is...

What is the answer to Connections today
  • Starting with the same sound, spelled differently: WAREHOUSE, WEARABLE, WEREWOLF, WHEREFORE

  • Metaphors for public scrutiny: FISHBOWL, HOT SEAT, MICROSCOPE, SPOTLIGHT

  • Muppets: ANIMAL, BEAKER, FOZZIE, GONZO

  • They feature a boss: COMPANY, E STREET BAND, MAFIA, VIDEO GAME

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 March 9, 2026

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

If you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.

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

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NYT Strands hints, answers for March 9, 2026

1 hour 32 min ago

Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you're lovey dovey.

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 March 9, 2026 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for March 9, 2026 NYT Strands hint for today’s theme: Cute enough to eat

The words are related to affection.

Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explained

These words describe pet names.

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 Endearments.

NYT Strands word list for March 9
  • Pumpkin

  • Bean

  • Nugget

  • Endearments

  • Muffin

  • Dumpling

  • Peanut

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!

Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.

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

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Wordle today: Answer, hints for March 9, 2026

1 hour 32 min ago

Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you're always in a hurry.

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 March 9, 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 March 9, 2026 Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:

Quick.

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 H.

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...

HASTY

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.

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

If you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.

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

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One easy $40 app for all your PDF tasks

1 hour 34 min ago

TL;DR: PDF Agile Premium is an all-in-one PDF editor for Windows and Mac that lets you edit, convert, annotate, and secure documents — and it’s currently $39.99 for a lifetime license.

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Handling PDFs often means juggling multiple tools for editing, converting, signing, and organizing files — but PDF Agile Premium brings all of those features together in one place, and it’s currently available for $39.99 (reg. $119) for a lifetime license.

It gives you one place to manage PDFs without jumping between multiple programs. You can edit text, rearrange pages, highlight sections, add comments, or insert images directly into a document. If you need to convert files, PDF Agile can transform PDFs into Word, Excel, PowerPoint, images, and other formats while preserving layout.

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It also includes OCR (optical character recognition), which lets you extract text from scanned documents or images so they become searchable and editable.

Security features are built in, too. You can password-protect files, redact sensitive information, and add electronic signatures to contracts or forms. And when files get too large, the software can compress, merge, or split PDFs in just a few clicks.

PDF Agile works on both Windows and macOS, so the same license can be used across platforms if you switch between devices.

If PDFs are part of your regular workflow — work, school, or freelance projects — having a single tool that handles editing, converting, and security in one place can make things noticeably easier.

Get a lifetime of PDF Agile Premium for just $39.99 (reg. $119).

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Your official Oscars streaming guide: how to watch, streaming deals, and more

1 hour 34 min ago
The best deals for watching the Oscars live without cable: BEST BUNDLE DEAL Hulu and Disney+ with ads $4.99/month for 3 months (save $8/month) Get Deal BEST long-term deal Hulu with ads annual subscription $119.99/year (save $23.89) Get Deal BEST FOR STUDENTS Hulu Student $1.99/month (save $10/month) Get Deal GET HULU FOR FREE Hulu with ads Free for T-Mobile customers (save $11.99/month) Get Deal BEST LIVE TV STREAMING DEAL YouTube TV Free 21-day trial, then $59.99/month for 2 months (save $46) Get Deal MOST AFFORDABLE LIVE TV STREAMING SERVICE Sling Select $19.99/month Get Deal

It's been another stellar year for cinema, and now it's time to award the films that shone brightest. The 98th Oscars are upon us. On March 15, the Academy will honor the best movies of 2025 on Hollywood's biggest night. Conan O’Brien is set to host the ceremony once again, and many of your favorite winners from years past will present the biggest awards of the night.

We're hoping some of our favorites receive the awards they deserve — One Battler After Another, Sinners, Hamnet, and more — but it's anyone's game. Want to see who takes home the titles of Best Actress, Best Director, Best Picture, and beyond? Here's all the details you need to know to watch the 2026 Academy Awards live with or without cable.

When are the 2026 Oscars?

The 98th Academy Awards will be held at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on Sunday, March 15, 2026, and will air live at 7 p.m. ET on ABC and Hulu, with the pre-show airing ahead of it at 6:30 p.m. ET.

Who are this year's Oscar nominees?

Sinners leads this year's Oscars with a record-breaking 16 nominations. Basically, every award it could be nominated for, it is. One Battle After Another follows close behind with 13, while Marty Supreme earned nine, and Hamnet nabbed seven nominations.

Each year there are just as many snubs as there are surprises, and 2026 is no different. For instance, we were a bit flabbergasted that Wicked: For Good came up totally empty with zero nominations. Our favorite sad boy Paul Mescal, newcomer Chase Infiniti, and Jesse Plemons were also ignored by the Academy.

See a full list of the 2026 Oscar nominations below in the FAQ section of this story.

How to watch the Oscars live without cable in 2026

For those with cable or over-the-air TV, you can tune your TV to your local ABC station or watch online via ABC.com or the ABC app by logging in through your pay TV service provider. No cable access? No worries; For the second year in a row, the awards will simultaneously stream on Hulu for subscribers.

You also have the option of signing up for a live TV cable replacement service to catch the Oscars live. These services essentially act just like cable, giving you live access to a well-rounded channel selection via your internet connection (rather than a cable connection). They're contract-free and often offer trials to test them out. That means you could very well watch the Oscars for free, then cancel before being charged. But we'll leave the details up to you. Here are the best options (and deals) to watch.

Hulu streaming deals

Hulu is one of the most generous (if not the most generous) streamers in that it offers new and eligible returning subscribers a free 30-day trial. That means you can easily sign up and watch the Oscars for free during that time period. If you don't qualify for the free trial, we've also rounded up a few ways to save some money on your subscription.

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Through March 24, new subscribers can get both Hulu and Disney+ with ads for only $4.99 per month for three months. Typically $12.99 per month for the bundle, you'll save $24 total on a three-month subscription. Only new and returning subscribers can score the deal; current Disney+, ESPN, Hulu, and bundle subscribers are not eligible.

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The best way to cut the cost of a Hulu subscription on any given day is to sign up for an annual plan with ads. You'll have to endure a few interruptions in your content and pay upfront, but it'll save you 16% or just shy of $24 over the course of a year. A yearly subscription costs $119.99 (or $9.99 broken down monthly), while an $11.99 monthly plan would add up to $143.88 in a year. If you want to cut ties with ads, the price jumps to $18.99 per month and there's no annual offer available at this time.

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Students can sign up for Hulu for only $1.99 per month and stream the Oscars live. That's more than 80% off the usual cost of a Hulu with ads plan. The only requirement is that you can verify your college email address using SheerID.

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Aside from a 30-day free trial, the only other way to get Hulu for free in 2026 is by switching your phone plan to T-Mobile's Experience Beyond plan. Customers on this plan can enjoy Hulu with ads for free, as well as Netflix and Apple TV.

Already on the Experience Beyond plan? Download or open the T-Life app, select Manage > See plans > Manage add-ons, then scroll to the Hulu streaming benefit and click "Continue." Follow the prompts to link an existing account or create a new one.

Live TV streaming deals

If you prefer a cable alternative, which will give you access to your local ABC station as well as hundreds of other live channels, there are a few options we recommend. And many of them offer free trials and introductory pricing. Here are a couple options to choose from.

Best introductory offer: YouTube TV Opens in a new window Credit: YouTube TV YouTube TV 21-day free trial, then $59.99/mo for your first 2 months (save $46) Get Deal

YouTube TV's base plan includes over 100 live channels, including your local ABC network. You'll also get unlimited DVR space, three simultaneous streams, and up to six individual accounts with personalized recommendations. For a limited time, you can get a 21-day trial to test the waters, which means you can watch the Oscars for free. Then, your first two months will cost just $59.99 per month instead of the usual $82.99 per month.

Most affordable overall: Sling TV Select package (for select areas) Opens in a new window Credit: Sling Sling Select package (select areas only) $19.99/month Get Deal

Sling's a la carte setup and affordable pricing make it a huge competitor in the live TV streaming market. You can pick your package and channels depending on what you actually want to watch. You'll need access to ABC to watch the Oscars live, which is included in Sling's Select package for only $19.99 per month. Unfortunately, since ABC is a local network, it's only available in some local markets. Check to see if your local market includes ABC before you pull the trigger — Chicago, Fresno, Houston, Los Angeles, and more are included.

Honorable mention: FuboTV Opens in a new window Credit: Fubo Fubo free 5-day trial, $48.99 for your first month Get Deal

FuboTV offers five-day trials to newbies, giving you the ability to watch the Oscars on your local ABC station for free. You'll get access to over 200 other networks, as well as unlimited cloud DVR, and the ability to watch on up to 10 different screens. After your trial, the cost for your first month is $48.99 ($73.99 per month thereafter).

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NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for March 9, 2026

1 hour 35 min ago

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, March 9, 2026:

AcrossTalk ___ (boastfully banter)
  • The answer is Smack.

What has legs, but never walks?
  • The answer is Table.

French for "love"
  • The answer is Amour.

What has a mouth, but never talks?
  • The answer is River.

Run-down in appearance
  • The answer is Seedy.

DownMilky Way bits
  • The answer is Stars.

___ Eisenhower, 1950s first lady
  • The answer is Mamie.

Overhead
  • The answer is Above.

Given a crossword hint
  • The answer is Clued.

Actress Washington of "Scandal"
  • The answer is Kerry.

If you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.

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

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

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The EcoVacs Deebot X9 Pro Omni robot vacuum is $500 off at Amazon — buy now for under $800

1 hour 42 min ago

SAVE $500: As of March 9, the Ecovacs Deebot X9 Pro Omni is on sale for $799 at Amazon. That's a 39% discount on the list price.

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Robot vacuum deals are always a win, especially when you find something on a model that mops as well as picks up dirt. And as of March 9, you can find exactly that at Amazon, with a $500 discount on the Ecovacs Deebot X9 Pro Omni. This vacuum does so much and requires so little from you. And with a discount this big, who could resist?

Normally $1,299, this EcoVacs robot vacuum is currently down to $799. It delivers powerful, hands-free cleaning, with BLAST technology that combines its strong 16,600Pa suction with an increased airflow to help pull dust, debris, and pet hair deep from carpets. It also benefits from a Triple Lift System that automatically raises the mop, side brush, and main brush to handle hard floors, rugs, and carpets without dragging or soaking surfaces.

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When we said maintenance was minimal, we meant it. The OZMO Roller continuously self-washes while mopping to keep the pad clean during use and the OMNI Station takes care of maintenance by washing and drying the mop, refilling water, and emptying dust. You'll get up to 150 days of hands-free cleaning before you need to empty it manually.

With the AIVI 3D 3.0 and LiDAR navigation, the robot can recognize obstacles and map rooms accurately. You don't need to lift a finger.

Get this robot vacuum deal online at Amazon now.

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The 55-inch Sony Bravia 3 TV is over $50 off at Amazon — upgrade now for less

2 hours 5 min ago

SAVE OVER $50: As of March 9, the Sony 55-inch Bravia 3 TV is on sale for $648 at Amazon. That's a 7% discount on the list price.

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Thinking about upgrading your TV for movie and sports nights? Amazon currently has a deal on the Sony Bravia 3, with the 55-inch model discounted by $51.99, bringing it down to $648. This offer also extends to the larger 65-inch, 75-inch, and 85-inch versions, which are all currently reduced as part of Amazon's sale.

With this TV, you'll get Google TV and Google Assistant built in, so you'll have easy access to all of your favorite streaming apps as well as personalized recommendations based on what you like to watch.

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For viewing quality, the screen supports 4K HDR, Dolby Vision, and Dolby Atmos for a more cinematic feel, while Triluminos Pro technology displays over a billion colors for vibrant and lifelike visuals. It also features an advanced upscaling feature that restores lost detail and enhances lower-resolution content to near-4K quality.

This TV has been designed with gamers in mind. It includes features that optimize picture settings for PS5 gaming, giving you smooth visuals and responsive performance.

You can find this Sony TV deal online at Amazon now.

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The DJI Mini 5 Pro drone has hit its best-ever price at Amazon — save $500 this week

2 hours 6 min ago

SAVE $500: As of March 7, the DJI Mini 5 Pro Fly More Combo is on sale for $1,099 at Amazon. That's $500 off the list price and the lowest-ever price on Amazon.

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Finding DJI drones in stock is becoming tougher and tougher. There's been a lot of conversation around the ban on DJI imports, but it's still possible to find popular models on Amazon (for now). And better yet, the DJI Mini 5 Pro Fly More Combo has hit a new record-low price on Amazon.

As of March 7, the DJI Mini 5 Pro Fly More Combo is on sale for $1,099 at Amazon. That's $500 off the list price this week. We have seen this deal before, but there's no telling how long you'll be able to shop and save on these drones. At some point, you'd expect stock to become limited. At that stage, we can only assume that prices will skyrocket faster than a DJI drone.

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This beginner-friendly bundle includes the DJI Mini 5 Pro drone, the DJI RC 2 camera-drone remote controller, a set of filters, three DJI Mini 5 Pro Intelligent Flight batteries, three propeller sets, a shoulder bag, and more. Basically, it's everything you need to start flying and capturing epic footage in one convenient package. You shouldn't need to dip back into your pockets at a later date to bolster your supplies.

The DJI Mini 5 Pro has a one-inch CMOS camera with 4K HDR filming at 60fps. You can opt for 4K 120fps for slow-motion filming. Night flying is also a possibility thanks to the 360 degree Nightscape Omnidirectional Sensing and Nighttime return-to-home function. And DJI's ActiveTrack 360° technology is an absolute essential if you're planning on filming moving subjects.

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3 AdultFriendFinder features exclusive to paid users

2 hours 14 min ago

Once you’ve made an account and explored what AdultFriendFinder has to offer, you’ll discover constant prompts to upgrade your account to a “Premium Gold Plan.” Before you reach for your credit card, it’s a good idea to consider the benefits of a paid membership. 

If you’re on a tight budget, you can absolutely still have fun using AdultFriendFinder's free version, but the site does throw up some annoying barriers and limitations for free users. And an awful lot of content and quality-of-life stuff is waiting for you once you upgrade. 

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Thankfully, the site doesn’t make commitment difficult. You can test the waters with a one-month membership that will set you back $25.16, or you can commit to three months at a price of $20.95 per month. If the trial run goes well, you might opt to commit for the long term with a one-year membership at a monthly fee of just $14.95. Note, however, that you do have to manually cancel your Gold account after each membership period ends, as it does automatically renew your subscription by default. 

Intrigued but still need more information before you’re willing to commit? Here are three perks exclusive to paid users that help justify the monthly cost:

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If you’re relying on a free membership, you’ll quickly discover that chatting options are limited. You can search for individual members based on some limited criteria (Man/Woman/Trans or Couple/Group, for example), and you can apply some extremely limited filters (Online or Near Me), but if you try to click through the profile photo and learn more about whoever has caught your eye, you’ll be immediately taken to the account upgrade prompt.

Standard members can really only interact with others in the forums and group chat spaces, which can be fun but simultaneously also limiting, since there’s no guarantee the people you’re chatting with live anywhere near you. And while standard members can receive messages from premium users, they’ll need to upgrade to actually respond. 

Gold members, on the other hand, can send and respond to private messages, enter webcam shows and speak to the host for free, add people to a Friends list to make recurring contact easier, and even unlock access to the site’s built-in instant messenger for real-time conversations. 

Unlock AdultFriendFinder’s even naughtier side

One quick visit to the homepage, where nudity filters are turned off by default, will reveal that AdultFriendFinder doesn’t shy away from sexual content, but free members are missing out on a lot more than they realize. With a premium membership, for example, you gain access to higher quality photos, videos, and streams, so those tiny thumbnails and grainy webcam feeds that look like they’re being streamed from the ‘90s suddenly come to life in stunning HD. 

Moreover, Gold members can both view and comment on nude photos and videos on profiles that the uploader has restricted to paying members, and while standard members are allowed to watch member webcams, they may only watch one at a time, while Gold members can open multiple streams at once. 

Finally, Gold members can access AdultFriendFinder’s Sex Academy, a massive resource for anyone wanting to learn more about sex and sexual health, discover new techniques, and become a more skilled lover. Topics range from basics like how to correctly put on a condom to advanced oral sex techniques, all of which are covered in a way that's easy to follow. 

Refine your search for the perfect match

Given that free members can’t really interact with their searches anyway, it’s still frustrating to discover how limited the basic search function is, especially when users voluntarily provide so much information about themselves. Paid members get a far better experience, unlocking a refined search that includes not only the basics like gender, sexual orientation, and an age and distance range (Straight, Bisexual, Bicurious, Gay, and Prefer Not To Say are all options), but also marital status, ethnicity, and body type (Average, Slim/Petite, Athletic, Ample, A Little Extra Padding, and BBW/BBM are the options here).

Paid members can get even more specific thanks to the site’s My Kinks section. Fill this out to let people know what you're into, helping to attract like-minded people while also enabling you to search through users who share your kinks. The list is fairly exhaustive and very kink-friendly.

Paid members can also build up a friends list, helping you to keep track of your favorite people and chat partners and more easily return to a sultry conversation or keep up with a streamer’s schedule. 

If you’re after a naughtier online dating experience, something that foregrounds the kinky fun and taboo chats that other sites hide behind innuendo, AdultFriendFinder’s paid membership experience is very much worth exploring. 

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How AdultFriendFinder subscriptions appear on your bank statement

2 hours 16 min ago

One anxiety when you’re signing up for a dating site, especially one of the more spicy ones like AdultFriendFinder, is the paper trail or, in this day and age, the digital paper trail.

Maybe you’re married or in a relationship, or maybe you and your ex still haven’t separated your financial lives, or maybe you just don’t like the idea of your bank teller or financial advisor knowing about your online activities — whatever the reason, it’s perfectly natural to worry about what your dating app subscription will look like on your bank statement, especially if that subscription service contains the word “adult.”

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Thankfully, AdultFriendFinder has already anticipated this concern. If you do decide to upgrade from a free membership to a paid one, whether you opt for their Gold or VIP subscription, your monthly billing statement will only show up as FFNHelp.com*FRIENDF, a relatively cryptic and innocuous line that won’t arouse undue suspicion or judgment. Do be aware, though, that AdultFriendFinder subscriptions default to “auto renew,” so if you purchase a membership and want to cancel, you’ll have to actively disable the auto-renew function. Otherwise you risk having the mysterious FFNHelp.com*FRIENDF statement showing up once again.

But what if even that isn’t good enough for you?

If you’re especially cautious — or especially paranoid — you can bypass the bank statements entirely by paying with a gift card or a cash, check, or money order (available only to users in the U.S.). You can even use an e-wallet option like AirTM. Residents of the UK can opt to pay by SMS.

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If avoiding a digital paper trail is your top priority and privacy is paramount, you’re much better off using these payment options and never handing over your credit card details to begin with.

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Pokémon TCG: First Partner Illustration Collection Series 1 preorders are live at Amazon — buy now for under $70

2 hours 17 min ago

TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG First Partner Illustration Collection Series 1 is available to preorder at Amazon for under $70. That's below market value ahead of the March 20 release date.

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Finding new Pokémon products for anywhere near market value is always a challenge. Finding Pokémon preorders for a good price is almost impossible. But every now and then, a leading retailer gives trading card enthusiasts something to celebrate.

The Pokémon TCG First Partner Illustration Collection Series 1 is available to preorder at Amazon for under $70. Why is that price significant? It's below market value. Only just below market value, but below market value all the same. When it comes to Pokémon, you should jump at anything close to market value from Amazon. It doesn't happen that often.

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This popular preorder celebrates the bond between Trainer and Pokémon with a booster pack containing three of nine illustration rare-style promo cards. These consisting of beloved first partner Pokémon from the Kanto, Sinnoh, or Alola region. You’ll also get two more Pokémon TCG booster packs and a fun sticker sheet featuring first partner Pokémon friends. It's a fun bundle for collectors to shop this weekend.

Score the best Pokémon TCG First Partner Illustration Collection Series 1 preorder deal at Amazon.

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The Pokémon TCG Perfect Order Booster Bundle is under market price at Amazon — score the best preorder deal

2 hours 18 min ago

TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Booster Bundle is available to preorder for $59.99 at Amazon. That's below TCGplayer's market value and comes with Amazon's pre-order price guarantee.

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The Mega Evolution Perfect Order expansion doesn't release until March 27, but that hasn't held back shoppers. We knew that these products were going to sell like mad as soon as preorders went live at top retailers, but we didn't expect the wave of activity that struck this week. The Pokémon trading card market is absolutely wild right now. We're just about holding on.

Looking for the best preorder deal on Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Booster Bundles? Amazon is offering excellent value for money.

The Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Booster Bundle is available to preorder for $59.99 at Amazon. That's way below TCGplayer's market value and comes with Amazon's pre-order price guarantee. The guarantee really is a game changer. The price you pay when this product ships will be the lowest price offered by Amazon between the time you placed your order and the end of the release date. So you're covered against future price drops.

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Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Booster Bundles contain six booster packs from the new Perfect Order expansion. And every pack contains 10 cards, so there's a chance to pull Mega Zygarde ex, Mega Clefable ex, Mega Starmie ex, and Meowth ex. We know the chances of pulling something seriously valuable are slim, but you never know.

Secure the best Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Booster Bundle preorder deal at Amazon.

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How to watch the 2026 World Baseball Classic online for free

2 hours 21 min ago

TL;DR: Live stream the 2026 World Baseball Classic for free on Tele Rebelde, Tubi, or Venevision. Access these free streaming platforms from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

Spring Training is underway for the new MLB season. That's incredibly exciting news for baseball fans, but there's more: The 2026 World Baseball Classic is here to deliver weeks of top-quality international action from around the world. And it's started with some stunning performances.

Expect the USA and Japan to battle it out in the latter stages of this competition. USA lost in the 2023 final to Japan. That final will always be remembered for Japan's Shohei Ohtani striking out Mike Trout in the ninth inning to seal the game. Can Ohtani lead Japan to glory once again? Or will USA bounce back to win its first title since 2017? You can follow all the action without spending anything.

If you want to watch the 2026 World Baseball Classic for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

What is the World Baseball Classic?

The World Baseball Classic is an international baseball tournament sanctioned by the World Baseball Softball Confederation. In 2026, the tourmant is organized into four pools of five teams. Teams will compete in a round-robin format, with the top two teams from each group advancing to the knockout rounds.

Japan are the defending champions.

When is the 2026 World Baseball Classic?

The 2026 World Baseball Classic will take place from March 5-17. Pool rounds will be played in Miami, Houston, San Juan, and Tokyo. The quarter finals will be split between Miami and Houston. The semi finals and the final will be played in Miami.

How to watch the 2026 World Baseball Classic for free

The 2026 World Baseball Classic is available to live stream for free on a number of platforms:

These streaming platforms are geo-restricted, but anyone can access for free with a VPN. These handy tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in another location, meaning you can unblock free streaming sites from anywhere in the world.

Access free World Baseball Classic live streams 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 a location with access

  4. Visit Tele Rebelde, Tubi, or Venevision

  5. Live stream the 2026 World Baseball Classic 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 every game from the 2026 World Baseball Classic before recovering your investment.

If you want to retain permanent access to the best free streaming platforms from around the world, you'll need a subscription. Fortunately, the best VPN for live sport is on sale for a limited time.

What is the best VPN for live sport?

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

  • Servers in 105 countries

  • Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more

  • Strict no-logging policy so your data is always secure

  • Fast connection speeds

  • Up to 10 simultaneous connections

  • 30-day money-back guarantee

A two-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $68.40 and includes an extra four months for free — 81% off for a limited time. This plan 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 just $12.99 (with money-back guarantee).

Watch the 2026 World Baseball Classic for free with ExpressVPN.

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How to watch NHL live streams online for free

2 hours 27 min ago

TL;DR: Live stream the NHL for free on 9Now or Prime Video. Access these free live streams from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

There is no other sport that combines skill, grace, elegance, and people punching each other quite like ice hockey.

We love the merging of elements, and so do millions of fans from all around the world. The issue for these legions of dedicated hockey fanatics is that it's not easy to follow the sport for free. But nothing is impossible in this golden age of streaming.

If you want to watch the NHL for free from anywhere in the world, we've got all the information you need.

What is the NHL?

The National Hockey League (NHL) is a professional ice hockey league in North America made up of 32 teams (25 in the United States and seven in Canada).

When is the NHL?

The NHL season is typically held from October to April, with each team playing 82 games. After the regular season, 16 teams advance to the Stanley Cup playoffs, a four-round tournament that runs into June to determine the league champion.

How to watch the NHL for free

Select fixtures from the NHL are available to live stream for free on these platforms:

  • Australia — 9Now (21 regular-season games)

  • Canada — Prime Video (Monday Night Hockey with 30-day trial)

These free streams are geo-restricted, but anyone can bypass these restrictions with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to secure servers in Australia and Canada, meaning you can access these streaming services from anywhere in the world.

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Live stream the NHL for free 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 or Canada

  4. Visit 9Now or Prime Video

  5. Live stream the NHL for free from anywhere in the world

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The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but most do offer free-trials or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can watch the NHL without actually spending anything. This clearly isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream select NHL fixtures before recovering your investment.

If you want to retain permanent access to free streaming platforms from around the world, you'll need a subscription. Fortunately, the best service for streaming sport is on sale for a limited time.

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 and Canada

  • Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more

  • Strict no-logging policy so your data is always secure

  • Fast connection speeds

  • Up to 10 simultaneous connections

  • 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 just $12.99 (with money-back guarantee).

Live stream the NHL for free with ExpressVPN.

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Hurdle hints and answers for March 9, 2026

6 hours 34 min ago

If you like playing daily word games like Wordle, then Hurdle is a great game to add to your routine.

There are five rounds to the game. The first round sees you trying to guess the word, with correct, misplaced, and incorrect letters shown in each guess. If you guess the correct answer, it'll take you to the next hurdle, providing the answer to the last hurdle as your first guess. This can give you several clues or none, depending on the words. For the final hurdle, every correct answer from previous hurdles is shown, with correct and misplaced letters clearly shown.

An important note is that the number of times a letter is highlighted from previous guesses does necessarily indicate the number of times that letter appears in the final hurdle.

If you find yourself stuck at any step of today's Hurdle, don't worry! We have you covered.

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To monitor.

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WATCH

Hurdle Word 2 hint

Shabby.

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MANGLY

Hurdle Word 3 hint

The last.

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FINAL

Hurdle Word 4 hint

To declare.

Hurdle Word 4 answer

CLAIM

Final Hurdle hint

Not old.

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YOUNG

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Moon phase today: What the Moon will look like on March 9

6 hours 34 min ago

Can you see anything on the Moon's surface when you look up tonight? There's lots to spot, so keep reading to see exactly what you're looking at.

What is today’s Moon phase?

As of Monday, March 9, the Moon phase is Waning Gibbous. According to NASA's Daily Moon Guide, 61% of the Moon will be lit up tonight.

This guide from NASA helps us to understand what we're looking at. For example, with no visual aids its very possible that you'll be able to see the Mare Imbrium, the Mare Vaporum, and the Tycho Crater. If you have binoculars, you'll be able to see even more, including the Gassendi, Archimedes Crater, and Clavius Crater. If you have a telescope, you'll see so much more, including the Apollo 12 landing spot, Rima Ariadaeus, and the Caucasus Mountains.

When is the next Full Moon?

In North America, the next Full Moon is predicted to take place on April 1.

What are Moon phases?

NASA says the Moon takes about 29.5 days to circle Earth, while it moves through a set of eight phases. Even though we always see the same side of the Moon, the portion lit by the Sun changes as it travels, which is why it can look full, half-lit, or barely visible at different points in the cycle. These changing views are what we call the lunar phases, and there are eight in total:

New Moon - The Moon is between Earth and the sun, so the side we see is dark (in other words, it's invisible to the eye).

Waxing Crescent - A small sliver of light appears on the right side (Northern Hemisphere).

First Quarter - Half of the Moon is lit on the right side. It looks like a half-Moon.

Waxing Gibbous - More than half is lit up, but it’s not quite full yet.

Full Moon - The whole face of the Moon is illuminated and fully visible.

Waning Gibbous - The Moon starts losing light on the right side. (Northern Hemisphere)

Third Quarter (or Last Quarter) - Another half-Moon, but now the left side is lit.

Waning Crescent - A thin sliver of light remains on the left side before going dark again.

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NYT Pips hints, answers for March 9, 2026

9 hours 34 min ago

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

Released in August 2025, the Pips puts a unique spin on dominoes, creating a fun single-player experience that could become your next daily gaming habit.

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

How to play Pips

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

SEE ALSO: NYT Strands hints, answers for March 9, 2026 Easy difficulty hints, answers for March 9 Pips

Number (7): Everything in this space must add up to 7. The answer is 5-3, placed vertically; 2-0, placed vertically.

Equal (3): Everything in this space must be equal to 3. The answer is 4-3, placed vertically; 5-3, placed vertically; 3-0, placed horizontally.

Equal (0): Everything in this space must be equal to 0. The answer is 2-0, placed vertically; 3-0, placed horizontally.

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

Medium difficulty hints, answers for March 9 Pips

Greater Than (4): Everything in this space must be greater than 4. The answer is 5-1, placed horizontally.

Equal (1): Everything in this space must be equal to 1. The answer is 5-1, placed horizontally; 1-6, placed horizontally.

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

Equal (6): Everything in this space must be equal to 6. The answer is 1-6, placed horizontally; 6-3, placed horizontally.

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

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

Hard difficulty hints, answers for March 9 Pips

Number (4): Everything in this space must add up to 4. The answer is 4-1, placed vertically.

Equal (0): Everything in this orange space must be equal to 0. The answer is 0-1, placed vertically; 0-3, placed horizontally.

Equal (1): Everything in this purple space must be equal to 1. The answer is 4-1, placed vertically; 0-1, placed vertically; 1-1, placed vertically; 1-3, placed horizontally.

Equal (2): Everything in this red space must be equal to 2. The answer is 2-0, placed vertically; 2-3, placed horizontally.

Equal (3): Everything in this dark blue space must be equal to 3. The answer is 0-3, horizontally; 1-3, placed horizontally; 3-3, placed vertically; 3-4, placed horizontally; 3-5, placed horizontally; 2-3, placed horizontally.

Number (18): Everything in this space must add up to 18. The answer is 0-6, placed vertically; 6-6, placed horizontally.

Equal (5): Everything in this space must be equal to 5. The answer is 3-5, placed horizontally; 5-4, placed horizontally; 6-5, placed vertically.

Number (6): Everything in this space must add up to 6. The answer is 66-5, placed vertically.

Equal (4): Everything in this space must be equal to 4. The answer is 4-4, placed vertically; 5-4, placed horizontally.

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