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SAVE $40: As of July 15, the Ninja Air Fryer Pro 4-in-1 is on sale for $89.99 at Amazon — that’s 31% off the usual price of $129.99.

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As of July 15, you can snag the Ninja Air Fryer Pro 4-in-1 for just $89.99 at Amazon — that’s $40 off the regular $129.99 price tag. According to price tracker camelcamelcamel, that’s this model’s lowest price in months.

That 31% discount makes this a standout deal for anyone looking to crisp, roast, or reheat with minimal effort.

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With a 5-quart nonstick basket and crisper plate, this air fryer looks built for volume, since it can handle up to 4 pounds of fries or 5 pounds of wings in one go. Whether you're batch cooking for the week or whipping up a game-day snack spread, this Ninja seems to have room to spare.

Thanks to Air Crisp Technology, your food gets that golden crunch at 400°F using little to no oil — the result being a crispy-fried texture with up to 75% less fat than traditional deep frying. Its 4-in-1 functionality also promises to cover the essentials with its various modes: Air Fry, Roast, Reheat, and Dehydrate, making it more than just a one-trick appliance. It even offers to handle frozen foods like a pro, taking them from icy to crispy in minutes.

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Included in the box are a chef-inspired 20-recipe cookbook and cooking charts, so even air fryer rookies can hit the ground sizzling.

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If you're reading this, you're looking for a little help playing Strands, the New York Times' elevated word-search game.

Strands 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 preferrined pace.

SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Answer, hints for July 15 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for July 15 NYT Strands hint for today’s theme: Come one, come all!

The words are festival-related.

Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explained

These words are things found at a local carnival.

NYT Strands spangram hint: Is it vertical or horizontal?

Today's NYT Strands spangram is vertical.

NYT Strands spangram answer today

Today's spangram is County Fair.

Featured Video For You Strands 101: How to win NYT’s latest word game NYT Strands word list for July 15

• Livestock

• Vendors

• Prizes

• County Fair

• Rides

• Music

• Games

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

Oh hey there! If you're here, it must be time for Wordle. As always, we're serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today's answer.

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 today: Hints and answers for July 15 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's The Mini crossword answers for July 15, 2025 Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:

To impose.

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 F.

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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...

FOIST.

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.

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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.

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.

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: NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for July 14, 2025 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: Ballers

• Green: Big Smoke footballers

• Blue: Same second name

• Purple: No A-E-I-O-U

Featured Video For You Connections: How to play and how to win Here are today's Connections Sports Edition categories

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

• Yellow: NBA teams, familiarly

• Green: London-area soccer clubs

• Blue: Palmers

• Purple: Words in which Y is the only vowel

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 #295 is...

What is the answer to Connections Sports Edition today

• NBA teams, familiarly - CAVS, PELS, SIXERS, WOLVES

• London-area soccer clubs - BRENTFORD, CHELSEA, FULHAM, TOTTENHAM

• Palmers - ARNOLD, CARSON, COLE, JIM

• Words in which Y is the only vowely - GYM, LYNX, SKY, TRY

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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SAVE OVER $2,500: As of July 15, the Hisense 100-inch U7 Mini-LED 4K Smart TV is on sale for $2,497.99 at Amazon — that’s 50% off its original $4,999.99 price.

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For those who want a TV screen big enough for a cinema-level experience, this absolutely huge Amazon deal is the one for you. As of July 15, Amazon has slashed the price of the Hisense 100-inch U7 Mini-LED 4K Smart TV (the 2025 model) down to $2,497.99, a jaw-dropping 50% off its usual $4,999.99 tag. 

The 55-inch, 65-inch, 75-inch, and 85-inch versions of the U7 Mini-LED are on offer as well, up to $902 off. However, the $2,500 saving on the 100-inch model is the biggest of all for a massive, cutting-edge display.

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Hisense’s U7 100-inch model is equipped with Mini-LED Pro tech, delivering up to 3000 nits of peak brightness and 3000 local dimming zones, making highlights pop and shadows look inky deep. And thanks to Anti-Reflection Pro, that ultra-clear picture won’t get washed out by sunlight or glare when you’re watching the new season of Gen V, checking out Sinners when renting it or watching on Blu-Ray, or even seeing Superman when it eventually gets a home release.

Gamers are covered, too. With a native 165Hz refresh rate, VRR up to 288Hz, and Game Mode Ultra, everything from frame rate to input lag gets fine-tuned for competitive play. Pair that with AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and you’re looking at a dream setup for next-gen consoles or high-end PC gaming. Whether you’re playing ranked matches on Fortnite or you want to get the most out of single-player adventures like Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, you’ll be all set.

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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 Tuesday, July 15, 2025:

AcrossDoubtful

• The answer is Iffy.

Neanderthals made the first one from birch bark tar approximately 200,000 years ago

• The answer is Glue.

Fire-starting rock

• The answer is Flint.

Word that can fill the blanks of "So ___!" and "Go ___!"

• The answer is Long.

Meditation practitioner

• The answer is Yogi.

DownBrand of cooler

• The answer is Igloo.

Short-lived relationship

• The answer is Fling.

Mushrooms and such

• The answer is Fungi.

"Even so ..."

• The answer is Yet.

Outer layer of a tent

• The answer is Fly.

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

Netflix's Trainwreck docuseries has covered everything from 2013's Carnival "Poop Cruise" to the deadly crowd crush at 2021's Astroworld Music Festival. Now the series turns its lens on one of the most bizarre news stories of the 21st century: 2009's Balloon Boy hoax.

Trainwreck: Balloon Boy revisits the nearly two-hour-long period on Oct. 15, 2009 during which the United States watched, transfixed, as a helium balloon flew over Colorado, reportedly with a 6-year-old child inside.

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That child was Falcon Heene, son of Richard and Mayumi Heene. However, he was never in the balloon in the first place. Instead, he was hiding in the attic above the Heenes' garage. Falcon's discovery and the subsequent media storm prompted suspicions that the entire crisis had been a hoax cooked up to bring attention to the Heene family. What happened next, and where is the Heene family now?

Why did people think Balloon Boy was a hoax?

Suspicion that the Balloon Boy incident was a hoax began during an interview with Wolf Blitzer, in which Falcon Heene said he'd heard his parents calling for him while he was in the attic but didn't answer because, "You guys said we did this for the show."

In Trainwreck: Ballon Boy — which features interviews with Richard, Mayumi, and Falcon Heene, as well as his older brother, Bradford — Richard, Mayumi, and Falcon claim that "the show" was in reference to the general amount of media attention the family was receiving at the time.

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Other suspicious elements included the family's prior appearance on Wife Swap, which many believed to be a sign that the Heenes wanted celebrity, as well as eyes on Richard's inventions. Then, when Richard released footage of the family's panic once the balloon was airborne, critics denounced their reactions as reality TV-style acting.

What happened to the Heene family? The Heene family in "Trainwreck: Balloon Boy." Credit: Courtesy of Netflix

Richard pled guilty to the felony charge of attempting to influence a law enforcement official and was sentenced to 90 days in jail. Mayumi was sentenced to 20 days in jail. The couple also had to pay $36,000 in restitution.

According to Richard and his attorney David Lane, he accepted a plea deal because Mayumi was under threat of deportation to her native Japan. The Larimer County District Attorney's office denied these threats.

In 2020, Colorado Governor Jared Polis pardoned Richard and Mayumi Heene. "Richard and Mayumi have paid the price in the eyes of the public, served their sentences, and it's time for all of us to move on," Polis said in a statement. "It's time to no longer let a permanent criminal record from the balloon boy saga follow and drag down the parents for the rest of their lives."

Where is the Heene family now?

In the years following the Balloon Boy incident, the Heene family moved to Florida. Richard Heene continued to invent contraptions, including HeeneDuty Truck TransFormer, a robotic device for loading and unloading things from pickup trucks; the Bear Scratch, a wall-mounted back scratcher; and the BlowJab fan, a fan in a plastic box used for cooling genitalia. Of these inventions, only the Bear Scratch is currently being sold.

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The Heene sons — Falcon, Ryo, and Bradford — also started a heavy metal band as teenagers. Known as Heene Boyz, the band's songs include "Balloon Boy No Hoax," the video for which features footage from the balloon chase.

Since then, the Heene family has moved into the tiny home business with their Florida-based venture, Craftsman Tiny Homes. According to Craftsman Tiny Homes' website, the entire family is involved.

Is there any new evidence that the Balloon Boy incident was a hoax?

In 2019, Denver magazine 5280 published a feature titled "The Balloon Boy Hoax — Solved!" The article saw staff writer Robert Sanchez catching up with the Heene family as they worked on a renovation project in New Hampton, New York.

During his work on the feature, Sanchez got permission from Mayumi and her attorney Christian Lee to look through her case file. There, he found handwritten notes from Mayumi, including a timeline of the events of the Balloon Boy incident, starting all the way back on April 27, 2009.

The notes mentioned that the Heenes had been pitching a science show, but that it kept being rejected. They also detail the construction of the balloon.

On Oct. 6, Mayumi wrote, as transcribed by Sanchez, "We have a video of Falcon saying, 'I want to get inside of it.'"

On Oct. 14, Mayumi wrote, "Richard mentioned what if Falcon hid for 1/2 hours later and landed... Falcon can hide in the closet with a safe in the basement."

According to Sanchez, these notes were proof of the Heenes' attempts to engineer a hoax. However, since Falcon hid in the attic instead of the basement, as had seemingly been the plan, his parents wound up unable to find him and panicked that he had actually been in the balloon. As Mayumi wrote in an Oct. 18 note about a meeting with their attorneys, "Richard revealed he came down to the basement to look for Falon, but he wasn't there. Richard thought really Falcon would be in the flying saucer."

When Sanchez asked Richard and Mayumi Heene about the timeline, they denied any of it happening. Mayumi claimed she made up the story for her attorney.

Trainwreck: Balloon Boy is now streaming on Netflix.

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Looking for a new device to add to your smart home setup? Why not pick up the ideal home hub, the Echo Show 5? This device is basically a smart assistant with a screen, and a perfect all-rounder device from which you can listen to music, make video calls, and even control other smart devices.

And as of July 15, Amazon has a refurbished "like new" model reduced to $53.99. And don't feel wary about the refurbished stamp, Amazon says that all "like new" devices are "refurbished, tested, and certified to look and work like new and come with the same limited warranty as a new device." So, you're fully protected.

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The Echo Show 5 comes with built-in Alexa, the ability to watch Netflix shows, and it even has video chat capabilities. The design is neat and nifty, with a screen size of just 5.5 inches, so it is perfect for looking at the weather, recipes, or the time at a glance, without taking up too much space in your home. Because no one wants a clunky device ruining the aesthetic.

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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.

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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's The Mini crossword answers for July 15 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: What Simone Biles might use

• Green: To kick out

• Blue: Recent thrillers

• Purple: They share a first half

Featured Video For You Connections: How to play and how to win Here are today's Connections categories

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

• Yellow: Gymnastics apparatus

• Green: Force to leave

• Blue: Horror movies from 2022

• Purple: Horse___

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 #765 is...

What is the answer to Connections today

• Gymnastics apparatus: BARS, BEAM, RINGS, VAULT

• Force to leave: BOOT, BOUNCE, EJECT, REMOVE

• Horror movies from 2022: NOPE, PEARL, SCREAM, SMILE

• Horse___: FEATHERS, PLAY, POWER, SHOE

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

When Tesla kicked off its Robotaxi service in Austin, Texas, last month, it started with a reported 10-20 cars and a fairly small geofenced area in South Austin.

Now, that area has grown, and its shape is a not very subtle message to Tesla's competitors.

As revealed on Monday by Tesla's official Robotaxi account on X, the new area where Tesla's Robotaxis operate is shaped like a giant penis.

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To make absolutely sure everyone's in on the joke, Tesla CEO Elon Musk chimed in with a reply: "Bigger, longer, and uncut," he wrote. Tesla's Robotaxi account on X shared the image of the new area with the caption: "Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger."

One would think that Tesla has to be pretty careful about how it expands the Robotaxi service, given that its fleet of Model Ys which are self-navigating the city have been spotted making numerous apparent traffic violations. In that sense, the fact that the company was able to expand the service in this (seemingly careless) way can be viewed as a positive development — or perhaps Musk is willing to risk it all to make a giant penis joke.

Waymo's service area in Austin is not, I repeat, is not shaped like a penis. Credit: Alphabet

For comparison, Alphabet's Waymo covers a roughly equal, but far less penile-shaped area of Austin.

SEE ALSO: Tesla's Robotaxis keep screwing up. There's now a list of incidents.

Musk recently announced the Robotaxi project's expansion in Austin, and added that the Robotaxi service may expand to the Bay Area "in a month or two." We shudder to think which shape the Robotaxi geofenced area may take over there.

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Few things scream self-care quite like a home foot massager, and as of July 15, you can get a great model at a heavy discount. The Renpho foot massager is back at its lowest-ever price, so there's no better time to treat yourself. Right now, it's priced at $84.93 ($65 off).

It even made the pick for our top foot massagers, so we definitely think this deal is worth considering.

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This machine uses a combination of rotating balls, rolling sticks, and gentle heat to mimic the feel of a deep shiatsu massage, perfect for relaxing after a long day on your feet. With different kneading and air compression levels, it’s easy to adjust to your preference. And if mobility restrictions are an issue, the remote-controlled panel means there’s no need to bend down to turn it on.

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You know what happens when a new device is launched? The older models go on sale. Fresh from the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 announcement, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 is back on sale at Amazon. And this time it's at its lowest-ever price. As of July 15, you can save $130 with the new price of $199.99.

This version of the Samsung Galaxy Watch benefits from Galaxy AI. This includes starting your day with a personalized Energy Score, a stat based on what you did the day before, how you slept, and how much activity you've done. It includes all the usual data you'd expect from a smartwatch, such as sleep monitoring, fitness levels, and heart rate tracking, but at a much more advanced level.

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With sleep tracking, this watch can signal whether you may be suffering from sleep apnea. While you sleep, the watch tracks your breathing patterns and oxygen levels, using AI to identify issues that may indicate episodes of sleep apnea. Galaxy AI also improves the fitness tracking too, using your previous workout data to give you an idea of how you are progressing. Whether you're running, cycling, swimming, or whatever else, the Galaxy Watch 7 will give you great stats and insights.

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Reddit has announced it will begin verifying the ages of users in the UK, responding to a new law coming into effect this month.

"[T]he UK Online Safety Act has new requirements to implement additional measures to prevent children from accessing age-inappropriate content," Reddit's chief legal officer Ben Lee aka u/traceroo posted to r/RedditSafety on Monday. "So, starting July 14 in the UK, we will begin collecting and verifying your age before you can view certain mature content."

SEE ALSO: Pornhub to comply with UK's upcoming age verification law

Initially passed in 2023, the UK Online Safety Act requires all platforms that host certain restricted content to establish an age verification system by July 24. While many users turn to Reddit for primarily family-friendly matters, the platform also has a substantial collection of NSFW subreddits which would fall under the UK's new legislation.

As such, Reddit has partnered with Persona, a third-party age verification provider. Users in the UK who wish to access restricted content will need to upload either a selfie or their government ID, which Persona will use to verify that they are over 18. Users who don't pass this check will not be able to access such content, including that which is sexually explicit.

Reddit has stressed that this system is only to verify users' age, and it has no interest in your identity. Lee further stated that Persona won't know what subreddits you visit, and has promised it won't keep users' uploaded images more than seven days. Even so, having to upload their driver's license to access adult material will no doubt make many Reddit users uncomfortable. 

"Reddit will not have access to the uploaded photo, and Reddit will only store your verification status along with the birthdate you provided so you won’t have to re-enter it each time you try to access restricted content," wrote Lee (emphasis original). "Your birthdate is never visible to other users or advertisers, and is used to support safety features and age-appropriate experiences on Reddit."

While Reddit is only introducing Persona's age verification for users in the UK, it's also making changes in other regions. Lee also announced that the platform is introducing the option for users to provide their birthdate to "optimize your Reddit experience." Specifically, Reddit states that this will enable them to tailor content and ads depending upon a user's age.

Lee further hinted at upcoming updates intended to confirm whether a user is an actual human or an AI bot, stating that there will be "more to come about that later."

"We're carefully watching how the law evolves," they wrote. "No specific timeline. And we continue to advocate for alternative approaches that don’t require platforms to ask for id's."

Age verification laws spark digital privacy concerns

Lee also indicated that Reddit may be pushing back against such age verification laws as they are currently formulated. 

"Is Reddit just watching or is it fighting against such legislation?" asked user u/shiruken. "On a related note, why can't the digital wallets on smartphones enable age/identity verification for apps and services? They have your digital ID, why can't they offer endpoints for getting the owner's age and some kind of unique identifier?"

"Gee, it's as if you were listening in on my conversations with regulators…" responded Lee.

As it stands, the UK Online Safety Act requires individual websites to collect users' information and verify their age, leaving it up to the platforms to ensure they comply with the law. Free speech and digital privacy experts have expressed serious concerns regarding such age verification requirements, stating that they're ineffective, unenforceable, and present considerable privacy risks.

In contrast, a device-based system would store verification of a user's age on their phone, tablet, computer, or on their device manufacturer's network. Such devices would have pre-installed blocks on restricted websites, which would only be lifted once the user's age has been verified. 

Adult content platform Pornhub has argued for device-based age verification systems for several years, claiming that it will allow for more consistent enforcement. Pornhub's parent company Aylo has agreed to verify UK users' ages in compliance with the new law, though it hasn't yet disclosed what information it will gather in order to do so. Aylo has already blocked multiple U.S. states due to their age verification laws.

Governments across the globe have paid considerable attention to online age verification in recent years. Australia is set to introduce age checks for people who use search engines while logged in to Google or Microsoft accounts, with the new requirements coming into effect from the end of this year. However, while experts agree that children should not access material that is inappropriate for their age, significant misgivings remain regarding the effectiveness of such age verification laws.

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With these Windows 11 Pro keys, you can completely revamp two compatible PCs, whether they're your personal or work computers. For starters, you'll enjoy a refreshed user interface that's been designed to be intuitive and aesthetically pleasing with rounded corners.

This updated operating system provides more than just an improved navigation experience. New productivity tools like snap layouts, easy redocking, and improved voice typing can help you complete personal and professional tasks, and you'll even have a more powerful search experience to get you further.

Digital safety is paramount for anyone online, which is why Windows 11 Pro is outfitted with enhanced security measures like Smart App Control, TPM 2.0, BitLocker device encryption, and more for greater peace of mind as you browse, stream, or game. And speaking of gaming, this operating system is designed to improve PC gaming graphics with DirectX12 Ultimate.

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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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Elvis' blue shoes.

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SUEDE

Hurdle Word 2 hint

Where Jesus died.

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CROSS

Hurdle Word 3 hint

A savage.

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BRUTE

Hurdle Word 4 hint

An experiment.

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TRIAL

Final Hurdle hint

A devil.

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FIEND

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