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The best early Black Friday TV deals in 2025: Our favorite 65-inch QLED is under $900

Fri, 11/21/2025 - 16:59
The best early Black Friday TV deals at a glance: BEST 50-inch TV deal Hisense 50-inch QD6 QLED 4K TV $199.99 (save $130) Get Deal Best 55-inch TV deal Amazon 55-inch Omni Mini LED QLED 4K Fire TV $694.99 (save $125) Get Deal Best 65-inch TV deal TCL 65-inch QM8K Mini LED QLED 4K TV $899.99 (save $1,600) Get Deal Best 75-inch TV deal TCL 75-inch QM6K Mini LED QLED 4K TV $698 (save $301.99) Get Deal Best giant TV deal Hisense 100-inch QD6 QLED 4K TV $1,299.99 (save $700) Get Deal Best art TV deal Samsung 65-inch The Frame Pro Mini LED QLED 4K TV $1597.99 (save $500) Get Deal

It's officially the best time of year to buy a TV. And you don't even have to wake up at 2 a.m., ready to throw fists in a Walmart or Best Buy. While Black Friday proper — which falls on Nov. 28 in 2025 — will likely produce even more unmatched deals, there's plenty of impressive price drops already worth grabbing early. Whether you're looking to upgrade to a larger screen or swap your LED model for a QLED model, this is the time.

As Mashable's TV expert Leah Stodart noted last year, QLED TVs have officially gone from swanky to accessible. That means it's easier than ever for the average household to make the jump to a QLED 4K TV at a budget-friendly price — particularly during Black Friday and Cyber Monday. And you will certainly notice the difference in quality.

Now that Amazon and Best Buy have officially kicked off their Black Friday sales, we're seeing several 2025 Hisense, TCL, Samsung, and Amazon Fire TV models already down to record-low prices, so feel free to shop ahead of the rush. TVs are one of the biggest purchases this time of year and they do tend to sell out. In other words, if you see a model with the specs you want at a price you like, grab it ASAP. Read on for a rundown of our top picks.

Psst: If you're not sure what to do with your old TV, you can recycle it at most Best Buy stores for free.

Best early Black Friday 50-inch TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 50-inch QD6 QLED 4K TV $199.99 at Best Buy
$329.99 Save $130   Get Deal Why we like it

This deal really highlights why we love the Hisense TV brand so much: you can get a QLED 4K TV for under $200. The QD6 model is a well-rounded budget TV that utilizes the Fire TV platform and features built-in Alexa, as well as Dolby Vision HDR and DTS Virtual X audio for better picture quality and crisper sound. It won't wow you quite like a premium QLED would, but you'll still notice a difference from the quantum dots — particularly when watching in the daytime. This 50-inch model is great for smaller living rooms, bedrooms, and apartments and at $199.99, its beating its Prime Day price by nearly $40 at Best Buy. It's currently sold out at Amazon.

Best early Black Friday 65-inch TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: TCL TCL 65-inch QM8K Mini LED QLED 4K TV $899.99 at Best Buy
$2,499.99 Save $1,600.00   Get Deal Why we like it

If you're not sure what size TV to get, we consider 65 inches to be the sweet spot for most folks. And our top pick for most people is TCL's QM8K Mini LED QLED 4K TV, thanks to its impressive brightness, stellar picture quality, contrast, shadow detail, and budget-conscious pricing. "While this intensity of brightness makes the QM8K a solid choice for watching TV in daylight, its more-precise-than-usual backlights keep details crisp in a dark room. The new anti-halo effect is an effective fix for some of the blooming its predecessor experienced," Mashable's Leah Stodart notes. It's typically a $2,500 TV, but this Black Friday deal at Best Buy has dropped the cost of the 65-inch model down below $900. Amazon has the same model listed for $2 less, but as it comes from a third-party seller, we're more inclined to go with Best Buy.

Best early Black Friday 75-inch+ TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: TCL TCL 75-inch QM6K Mini LED QLED 4K TV $698 at Walmart
$999.99 Save $301.99   Get Deal Why we like it

Walmart's excellent deal on the TCL QM6K TV, which our friends at CNET (also owned by Ziff Davis) dubbed the "best TV under $1,000 in 2025," is currently unmatched at Amazon or Best Buy. It checks all the boxes you want in a new TV: impressive picture quality with vibrant colors, smooth streaming interface (via Google TV), a high refresh rate for gaming (144Hz), and a killer price tag. At $698, this Black Friday deal not only beats its Prime Day price by more than $50, but it marks a new record-low. It's not quite as impressive as its QM8K sibling, but the QM6K is "a stellar mini LED TV for the low-to-mid-tier price range," as our team pointed out in our roundup of the best TVs for 2025.

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Its already playtime thanks to these early Black Friday deals on toys and games

Fri, 11/21/2025 - 16:31
Best early Black Friday toy deals at a glance: Best Early Black Friday Lego Toy Deal Lego Creator 3-In-1 Rhino $41.99 (Save $18) Get Deal Best Early Black Friday Disney Toy Deal Toy Story Talking Woody $17.99 (Save $20.88) Get Deal Best Early Black Friday Toy Deal For Younger Kids Bluey Game Hide and Seek Electronic Figure $9.99 (Save $5) Get Deal

There’s never a better time to stock up on toys and games than Black Friday. It’s the event that kicks off the holiday season, which means anyone buying gifts for kids — or for grown ups who are young at heart — is about to spend a bomb on toys. So why not take advantage of Black Friday, the biggest sale event of the whole calendar year? And while the big day itself is still a week away, there are already stacks of early Black Friday deals live at Amazon and other retailers.

SEE ALSO: The 17 best Advent calendars to buy in November. Take advantage of early Black Friday sales.

If you need some help with toy and game gift ideas, or perhaps you just need a steer to find the best value items in the early Black Friday deals, here’s a rundown of the best toys and games that are already available at discounted prices. There’s something for everyone and all ages here: Lego, action figures, board games, dolls, classic toys, preschool learning, and more.

Best early Black Friday Lego toy deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Creator 3-In-1 Rhino $41.99 at Amazon
$59.99 Save $18   Get Deal Why we like it

Lego reigns as the absolute king of all toy brands, with categories and themes for everyone, whether your kids into Star Wars, dinosaurs, or constructing their own cities literally brick-by-brick. But we absolutely love the Creator 3-in-1 series, which offers young builders three awesome models in one box. This set, for instance, can be made into a rhino, a hippo, or a walrus. The upshot is triple the fun, and triple the amount of time your kids will spend occupied by creative, constructive play.

Best early Black Friday Disney toy deal Opens in a new window Credit: Mattel Toy Story Talking Woody $17.99 at Amazon
$38.87 Save $20.88   Get Deal Why we like it

Thirty years since Toy Story first hit movie theatres, Woody, Buzz, and the gang are still going strong — they’re perennial kids’ favorites and must-have IRL toys. And kids will be going crazy for them all over next year with the release of Toy Story 5. This classic talking 12-inch Woody doll — with more than 30 pull-string sounds and phrases (“There’s a snake in my boot!”) — is also one of the very best toy bargains available in the early Black Friday sale thanks to a massive 54% off the list price. See below for more Toy Story characters at discounted prices.

Best early Black Friday toy deal for younger kids Opens in a new window Credit: Moose Games Bluey Game Hide and Seek Electronic Figure $9.99 at Amazon
$14.99 Save $5   Get Deal Why we like it

Few recent shows have caught the imagination of preschoolers and kindergarten age kids quite like the wholesome, big-hearted Bluey. And this electronic figure is an ideal gift for young Bluey fans. Hide the figure and Bluey giggles to help guide little ones towards her. Bluey also plays music in dance mode when the kids eventually find her, and she doubles up as a regular doll figure. She’s designed to encourage activity and movement — great after a Bluey binge-watch!

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The 30+ best early Black Friday Apple deals: Stunning best-ever prices on AirPods and MacBooks

Fri, 11/21/2025 - 16:23
The best early Black Friday Apple deals at a glance: Best AirTag deal Apple AirTag $17.97 (save $11.03) Get Deal Best AirPods deal Apple AirPods 4 with ANC $109.99 (save $69.01) Get Deal Best Apple Watch deal Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS + cellular, 42mm) $249 (save $250) Get Deal Best iPad deal Apple iPad, 11-inch (A16, WiFi, 128GB) $299 (save $50) Get Deal Best MacBook deal Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $749.99 (save $249.01) Get Deal

Black Friday is easily the best time to buy Apple products, and with just about one week to go until the shopping holiday, the deals are already pretty good. You can thank Amazon for that: It's dropped the price of the entry-level AirPods 4 and M4 MacBook Airs to new all-time lows, and taken $50 off the price of most iPads — even the new M5 iPad Pros.

Other retailers like Best Buy, Walmart, and Target aren't price-matching a ton of Amazon's deals on current-gen Apple devices just yet, but they're picking up the slack when it comes to older models. Best Buy is the only place where some M4 iPad Pros are $100 off, for example, and Walmart has an exclusive discount on last year's Apple Watch Series 10 with cellular connectivity. (It's a whopping 40% off.)

SEE ALSO: Amazon just dropped all the details about its Black Friday sale

As per usual, don't expect the Apple Store itself to offer any crazy-good Black Friday deals. If anything, it'll just run one of its free gift card promos.

We've scoured all of the major players' websites and rounded up the best early Black Friday Apple deals below. We'll continue to update it as we get deeper into the holiday season, so keep checking back.

Best early Black Friday AirTag deal Apple AirTag $17.97 at Amazon
$29 Save $11.03   Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Walmart Get Deal at Best Buy Why we like it

Apple's coin-sized Bluetooth tracker is the perfect sub-$50 stocking stuffer for iPhone owners. It's currently $5 away from its lowest price on record.

More AirTags deals Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirTag (4-pack) $64.98 at Amazon
$99 Save $34.02   Get Deal Best early Black Friday AirPods deal Apple AirPods 4 with ANC $99.99 at Amazon
$179 Save $79.01   Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Walmart Get Deal at Best Buy Why we like it

Amazon's Black Friday sale officially kicked off on Nov. 20, and it brought major savings on AirPods. In fact, the deals are kind of wild. Apple AirPods 4 with ANC are now $109.99, which is actually lower than the non-ANC AirPods 4. That saves you $69.01 off its $179 list price, for 39% off. It's the best deal on AirPods we've spotted right now, but there are markdowns on nearly every pair.

More AirPods deals Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Apple AirPods Pro 3 $219.99 at Amazon
$249 Save $29.01   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Pro 2 $139 at Walmart
$249 Save $110   Get Deal Apple AirPods 4 $79.99 at Amazon
$129 Save $49.01   Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Apple.com Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Max (USB-C) $479.99 at Amazon
$549 Save $69.01   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple EarPods (USB-C) $16.99 at Amazon
$19 Save $2.01   Get Deal Best early Black Friday Apple Watch deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS + Cellular, 42mm) $249 at Walmart
$499 Save $250   Get Deal Why we like it

Apple's previous-gen flagship wearable has a thin, lightweight design and supports the latest watchOS features like Sleep Score. The model with cellular connectivity is now the same price as the WiFi-only version at Walmart.

More Apple Watch deals Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Apple Watch Ultra 2 $599 at Amazon
$799 Save $200   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) $349.99 at Amazon
$399 Save $49.01   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS + cellular, 42mm) $449.99 at Amazon
$499 Save $49.01   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS, 46mm) $279 at Walmart
$429 Save $150   Get Deal Opens in a new window Apple Watch SE, 2nd Gen (GPS, 40mm) $159.99 at Amazon
$249 Save $89.01   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Appl Apple Watch SE, 2nd Gen (GPS + cellular, 40mm) $162.97 at Amazon
$299 Save $136.03   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch SE, 3rd Gen (GPS, 40mm) $199.99 at Amazon
$249 Save $49.01   Get Deal Best early Black Friday iPad deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad, 11-inch (A16, WiFi, 128GB) $279 at Amazon
$349 Save $70   Get Deal Why we like it

The 11th-gen iPad has a 10.9-inch display, 12MP cameras, and enough power for everyday tasks. Our reviewer called it "a real steal" at its usual sticker price of $349, but you'll pay just $279.99 right now. (That's $0.99 away from its lowest price ever.)

More iPad deals Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad, 10.9-inch (A14 Bionic, WiFi, 256GB) $349 at Amazon
$449 Save $100   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Air, 13-inch (M3, WiFi, 128GB) $649 at Amazon
$799 Save $150   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Pro, 11-inch (M5, WiFi, 256GB) $949 at Amazon
$999 Save $50   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Pro, 13-inch (M5, WiFi, 256GB) $1,240 at Amazon
$1,299 Save $59   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Pro, 11-inch (M4, WiFi, 256GB) $899 at Best Buy
$999 Save $100   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Pro, 13-inch (M4, WiFi, 512GB) $1,399 at Best Buy
$1,499 Save $100   Get Deal Best early Black Friday MacBook deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $749 at Amazon
$999 Save $250   Get Deal Why we like it

Fast and portable, the 13-inch M4 MacBook Air is our favorite MacBook for students. The base model is only $750 on Amazon as of early November — a new record low — and I seriously doubt it'll get any cheaper on Black Friday proper. That's a bargain.

More MacBook deals Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M1, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $599 at Walmart
$649 Save $50   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M2, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $649 at Best Buy
$799 Save $150   Get Deal Apple MacBook Air, 15-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $949 at Amazon
$1,199 Save $250   Get Deal at Amazon Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $1,444 at Amazon
$1,599 Save $155   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M4 Pro, 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $1,749 at Amazon
$1,999 Save $250   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M4 Max, 36GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $2,859 at Amazon
$3,199 Save $340   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Pro, 16-inch (M4 Pro, 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $2,189 at Amazon
$2,499 Save $310   Get Deal Apple Mac mini (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $479 at Amazon
$599 Save $120   Get Deal at Amazon Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Mac mini (M4 Pro, 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $1,199 at Amazon
$1,399 Save $200   Get Deal Mac deals Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iMac (M4 with 8-core CPU and 8-core GPU, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $1,149
$1,299 Save $150   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iMac (M4 with 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $1,349 at Amazon
$1,499 Save $150   Get Deal Even more Apple deals Opens in a new window Credit: Apple $100 Apple gift card Target Circle members get a $10 Target gift card with $100 Apple gift card purchase Get Deal
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How to watch Rockets vs. Nuggets online for free

Fri, 11/21/2025 - 15:25

TL;DR: Live stream Houston Rockets vs. Denver Nuggets in the NBA Cup for free with a 30-day trial of Amazon Prime. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

We know not everyone is convinced by the NBA Cup, but are we really complaining about more big games between the best sides? I don't know about you, but I'm excited to see the Rockets face off against the Nuggets for top spot in their group.

If you want to watch Rockets vs. Nuggets in the NBA Cup for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is Rockets vs. Nuggets?

Rockets vs. Nuggets in the NBA Cup starts at 9:30 p.m. ET on Nov. 21. This game takes place at the Toyota Center.

How to watch Rockets vs. Nuggets for free

Rockets vs. Nuggets in the NBA Cup is available to live stream for free with a 30-day trial of Amazon Prime.

This free live stream is geo-restricted to the UK and U.S., but anyone can secure access with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in the UK or U.S., meaning you can access free live streams of the NBA from anywhere in the world.

Stream the NBA for free by following these simple steps:

  1. Sign up for a 30-day trial of Amazon Prime (if you're not already a member)

  2. Subscribe to a VPN (like ExpressVPN)

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

  4. Open up the app and connect to a server in the UK or U.S.

  5. Watch the NBA from anywhere in the world on Prime Video

Opens in a new window Credit: ExpressVPN ExpressVPN (1-Month Plan) $12.95 only at ExpressVPN (with money-back guarantee) Learn More

The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but they do tend to offer money-back guarantees or free trials. By leveraging these offers, you can watch NBA live streams without actually spending anything. This clearly isn't a long-term solution, but it does mean you can watch select games from the NBA Cup before recovering your investment.

What is the best VPN for the NBA?

ExpressVPN is the best service for accessing free live streams on platforms like Prime Video, 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 secure

  • Fast connection speeds free from throttling

  • Up to eight simultaneous connections

  • 30-day money-back guarantee

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

Live stream the NBA Cup for free with ExpressVPN.

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How to watch Cavaliers vs. Pacers online for free

Fri, 11/21/2025 - 15:21

TL;DR: Live stream Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Indiana Pacers in the NBA Cup for free with a 30-day trial of Amazon Prime. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

The NBA Cup is still hanging in the balance, with progression from the group stage up for grabs. Cleveland Cavaliers take on the struggling Indiana Pacers in the next NBA Cup fixture. Can the Pacers turn the tide on their troubling recent form?

If you want to watch Cavaliers vs. Pacers in the NBA Cup for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is Cavaliers vs. Pacers?

Cavaliers vs. Pacers in the NBA Cup starts at 7 p.m. ET on Nov. 21. This game takes place at the Rocket Arena.

How to watch Cavaliers vs. Pacers for free

Cavaliers vs. Pacers in the NBA Cup is available to live stream for free with a 30-day trial of Amazon Prime.

This free live stream is geo-restricted to the UK and U.S., but anyone can secure access with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in the UK or U.S., meaning you can access free live streams of the NBA from anywhere in the world.

Stream the NBA for free by following these simple steps:

  1. Sign up for a 30-day trial of Amazon Prime (if you're not already a member)

  2. Subscribe to a VPN (like ExpressVPN)

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

  4. Open up the app and connect to a server in the UK or U.S.

  5. Watch the NBA from anywhere in the world on Prime Video

Opens in a new window Credit: ExpressVPN ExpressVPN (1-Month Plan) $12.95 only at ExpressVPN (with money-back guarantee) Learn More

The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but they do tend to offer money-back guarantees or free trials. By leveraging these offers, you can watch NBA live streams without actually spending anything. This clearly isn't a long-term solution, but it does mean you can watch select games from the NBA Cup before recovering your investment.

What is the best VPN for the NBA?

ExpressVPN is the best service for accessing free live streams on platforms like Prime Video, 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 secure

  • Fast connection speeds free from throttling

  • Up to eight simultaneous connections

  • 30-day money-back guarantee

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

Live stream the NBA Cup for free with ExpressVPN.

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Which Critical Role campaign is funniest? The cast weighs in.

Fri, 11/21/2025 - 14:27

With hundreds of episodes, four main campaigns, and two animated series under their belts — not to mention spin-offs, live shows, and one shots — the cast of Critical Role have created thousands of hours' worth of TTRPG storytelling. But what are their highlights from all these hours? And do their favorite moments match up with yours?

SEE ALSO: 'The Mighty Nein' review: Critical Role hits new highs with their darkest series yet

To find out, and to celebrate the release of their new series, The Mighty Nein, the Critical Role team stopped by Mashable's Say More for a trip down memory lane. In an interview with Mashable Entertainment Reporter Belen Edwards, cast members Laura Bailey, Taliesin Jaffe, Ashley Johnson, Matthew Mercer, Liam O'Brien, Marisha Ray, Sam Riegel, and Travis Willingham assigned superlatives to their campaigns. Which campaign is the funniest? Which had the best fights? And which was the most emotionally traumatizing?

Each question spurred debate, as great fights, ridiculous jokes, and devastating character beats are all part of the Critical Role experience. For funniest campaign, for example, the cast was torn between Campaigns 2 and 3.

As the cast discusses, Campaign 2, which focused on the Mighty Nein, brought the chaos of Jester Lavorre (Bailey), along with the hilariously prickly dynamic between Nott the Brave (Riegel) and Fjord Stone (Willingham). But Campaign 3, which focused on Bells Hells, brought more hilarity in the form of Laudna (Ray), Chetney Pock O'Pea (Willingham), and Fearne Calloway (Johnson).

Willingham put it best when it came to answering the question, asking, "Where were we at our dumbest?"

For more campaign superlatives, including the cast's favorite in-campaign romance and Matthew Mercer sound effect, check out the full Say More interview on YouTube.

The Mighty Nein is now streaming on Prime Video, with new episodes every Wednesday.

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Seth Meyers spends 5 minutes unpacking Trumps lengthy Epstein rant on Truth Social

Fri, 11/21/2025 - 14:25

"Look at how long this is! Is there no character limit on Truth Social? I haven't seen something that long and incoherent since my mom accidentally had voice to text on while she had a conversation with our neighbor Linda."

This is Seth Meyers reacting to Trump's extremely long post on Truth Social about Jeffrey Epstein, with the president suggesting he was the driving force for the files to be released and writing that Epstein "was deeply associated with many well-known Democrat figures" (a line of argument Jon Stewart responded to earlier in the week).

"I also like when Trump starts using big words like 'respectively' — that's how you know he's spinning out," says Meyers. "If things get any worse his next post is going to say, 'Heretofore I have toiled many fortnights in quiet obscurity to secure the release of these most precious documents and make known henceforth that I was not friends with, and thus never visited, Jeff and the Island, respectively.'"

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The 32GB Kindle Scribe is the same price as the 16GB model over Black Friday — upgrade for free

Fri, 11/21/2025 - 14:15

SAVE $140: The 32GB Kindle Scribe is on sale for $279.99 in the Amazon Black Friday sale. That's the same price at the 16GB Kindle Scribe and the best-ever price for this model.

Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Kindle Scribe (32GB) $279.99 at Amazon
$419.99 Save $140   Get Deal

Even the very best Black Friday deals require some careful consideration. Just because something is heavily discounted doesn't mean you should automatically buy.

But every now and then, an offer drops that just makes sense. In the Amazon Black Friday sale, the 32GB Kindle Scribe is on sale for $279.99. That's $140 off and it's lowest-ever price. But that's not all, because for some reason the 32GB Kindle Scribe is now the same price as the 16GB version. We don't know if this is a mistake, but why wouldn't you take the free upgrade?

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The Kindle Scribe comes with a Premium Pen for all your note-taking needs. You can access PDFs, documents, and books on the Kindle Scribe, plus its thin dimensions and lightweight build makes this device a travel-friendly option for work and play.

On Mashable's list of the best Kindles, the 2024 Kindle Scribe takes the top spot as the best model for taking notes. If you're always jotting things down as you read, the Kindle Scribe is the e-reader for you.

Score the best-ever price on the Kindle Scribe in the Amazon Black Friday sale.

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So many new MacBook deals are live over Black Friday, but the $749 M4 MacBook Air is still my favorite

Fri, 11/21/2025 - 13:52

SAVE $250: The MacBook Air M4 is on sale for $749 in the Amazon Black Friday sale. That's $250 off and the lowest-ever price for this model.

Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $749 at Amazon
$999 Save $250   Get Deal

There are already a ridiculous number of live Black Friday MacBook deals, which is great news for anyone with one of these machines on their wishlist. The problem is finding the deal that actually represents the best value for money. This is where we can help, because it's complicated.

The MacBook Air M4 is on sale for $749 in the Amazon Black Friday sale. That's $250 off and the lowest-ever price for this model.

Amazing deal, right? Correct, but this "Black Friday deal" was actually sitting at this price before Amazon's sale officially kicked off. That's sneaky from Amazon, but something we see all the time. So does this mean you should swerve this offer? Actually, no. There are a lot of great MacBook deals out there right now for you to consider, but $749 for our top pick for the best MacBooks is still an incredible price, even if it isn't strictly a "Black Friday deal."

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The M4 MacBook Air is slim, lightweight, and doesn't run loud. It's backed by the speedy M4 processor that can handle multitasking, graphic design, demanding work tasks, and much more. The battery life is strong so you can take it on the go without a worry, and the 12MP Center Stage camera, three-mic setup, and a six-speaker system with Spatial Audio ensures you look your best on video calls.

Getting all of this for under $750 still blows our minds. Save $250 on the M4 MacBook Air this Black Friday.

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The Apple Mac Mini is only $479 at Amazon — save over $100 this Black Friday

Fri, 11/21/2025 - 13:34

SAVE $120: The 2024 Apple Mac Mini is on sale for just $479 in the Amazon Black Friday sale. That's $120 off its list price.

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There are so many deals to consider over Black Friday, but Apple deals deserve their moment in the spotlight. There's no other brand that gets the people going like Apple, and the good news is that Black Friday has already delivered record lows on MacBooks, AirPods, iPads, and much more.

The Apple Mac mini is not down to its lowest-ever price, but it's really close. And the latest deal beats October Prime Day, so if you've been waiting for the right moment to invest in this small but mighty device, your moment has come. The 2024 Apple Mac Mini is on sale for just $479 in the Amazon Black Friday sale. That's $120 off its list price.

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The Mac mini packs 16GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, with the speedy M4 chip. It's also built for Apple Intelligence, plus has two USB-C ports, a headphone jack, three Thunderbolt 4 ports, and an HDMI and Ethernet port on the back. At just five by five inches, the Mac mini can find a place to live in just about any setup. Even yours.

Score $120 off the Apple Mac mini in the Amazon Black Friday sale.

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ChatGPT is now an actual chat app

Fri, 11/21/2025 - 13:13

Finally, a way to prove to all your friends you're right about a topic: Invite them all into a group chat with ChatGPT, then have the AI assert dominance on your behalf.

A few days ago, OpenAI started testing group chats in ChatGPT, allowing people to collaborate on projects with the help of ChatGPT.

The beta feature was apparently a success, as the company has now expanded it to all ChatGPT users, even those on the free tier – but only if they're logged in.

Nothing seems to have changed since the initial test. It's still limited to 20 people, and you can still access the feature by tapping on the icon in the top right corner of a new or existing chat; then you get an invite link which you can share with everyone. Users will have to create a simple profile before they participate, and group chats are stored in the separate part of the sidebar.

SEE ALSO: The ChatGPT-powered teddy bear is officially on ice

If you don't see the feature yet, you probably will soon. OpenAI says the group chats are launching globally "over the coming days."

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The ever-popular 11-inch Pad is back at its lowest-ever price for Black Friday — save $70 right now

Fri, 11/21/2025 - 12:55

SAVE $70: As of Nov. 21, the Apple iPad 11-inch is on sale for $279 in the Amazon Black Friday sale. That's a 20% discount on the list price.

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Black Friday deals are starting to ramp up, and even though technically the main day is still a week away, Amazon has kicked things off early. And one of the best early deals we've come across is on the iPad 11-inch, currently down to its lowest-ever price.

As of Nov. 21, this iPad is down by $70, now priced at $279. This price is specific to the 128GB, WiFi only option. However, all colors are included so you can choose from silver, yellow, pink, or blue. The choice is yours.

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This iPad is a great option for just about everyone, especially for under $300. It uses the A16 chip, so it has plenty of power for gaming, creative work, and everyday multitasking, plus all-day battery life to keep you going when away from home. Display-wise, enjoy a Liquid Retina screen with True Tone, so everything you do and watch will be great quality.

The cameras are great too, with both the front and back cameras offering 12MP. The front camera benefits from the Apple feature Center Stage, so all your video calls keep you in the middle. The back camera also has a wide rear lens with flash, 4K video, and document scanning.

Pick up this iPad deal from Amazon now. For more iPad deals, check out our breakdown of everything on offer over Black Friday.

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Did the best Black Friday iPad deal just drop? Get the 11-inch iPad Air for its lowest-ever price at Amazon.

Fri, 11/21/2025 - 12:50

SAVE $150: As of Nov. 21, the iPad Air 11-inch is on sale for $449 in the Amazon Black Friday sale. That's a 25% discount on the list price.

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Amazon's Black Friday sale is officially live and the discounts are rolling in. Everything from portable power stations to tablets are seeing heavy discounts, and as of Nov. 21, a great deal on the iPad Air 11-inch has dropped. Right now, this model is reduced to just $449, saving you $150. It has never been cheaper than this.

This iPad Air runs on the M3 chip, meaning it’s both fast and powerful. It can cope with all kinds of creative work, gaming, and everyday multitasking, so no matter what you plan to use it for, it'll cope. It also supports Apple Intelligence for writing help and various smart features that help you squeeze everything you can out of this device.

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The 11-inch Liquid Retina display benefits from P3 color, True Tone, and low reflectivity, so everything you do and watch will be in brilliant quality with sharp colors. This model also has Touch ID, Wi-Fi 6E, USB-C, and an all-day battery life, so you won't find yourself running out of juice halfway through your day. You can also use the Apple Pencil Pro or the USB-C Apple Pencil, and pair it with the Magic Keyboard if you want a laptop-style setup.

For cameras, the iPad Air has a 12MP front camera with Center Stage (a feature that keeps you centered during calls) and a 12MP rear camera with flash that can scan documents as well as take photos and 4K video.

Pick up this iPad deal from Amazon's Black Friday sale.

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The Oura Ring 4 has dropped to its lowest-ever price at Amazon — save $150 this Black Friday

Fri, 11/21/2025 - 12:42

SAVE $150: As of Nov. 21, the Oura Ring 4 is on sale for $349 in the Amazon Black Friday sale. This is $150 off and its lowest-ever price.

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Amazon's Black Friday sale has officially kicked off, with plenty of exciting discounts available for shoppers to add to their virtual carts. This includes some fantastic tech deals, with the Oura Ring 4 among them. If you've been looking to pick up this smart ring, which we're very big fans of, the sleek gold model is currently down to its lowest-ever price.

Amazon has knocked $150 off the price of this Oura Ring 4, dropping it from $499 to $349. Considering it's the lowest price its dropped to yet, now is an excellent time to grab it. If you've been looking for a way to keep a better eye on your health in the new year, this smart ring is well worth picking up.

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The Oura Ring 4 is powered by Smart Sensing which provides you with accurate data throughout the day on a variety of health metrics, including tracking sleep, activity, stress, heart health, and much more. It even has a solid battery life of up to eight days, so you don't need to worry about frequent recharges.

We consider it the best overall smart ring available, with Mashable's Samantha Mangino saying it's, "the most comfortable, accurate, and well-designed smart ring we've tested."

There's plenty more where this came from, though. Have a look through our breakdown of the best Black Friday deals from Amazon to see even more discounts that have crossed our radar in the start of this sale event.

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Shop the best Black Friday deals on self-emptying robot vacuums: Save on Roborock, Eufy, Roomba, and more

Fri, 11/21/2025 - 12:31
The best early Black Friday self-emptying robot vacuum deals at a glance: Best Roborock Deal Roborock Qrevo CurvX $849.99 (save $650) Get Deal Best Roomba Deal iRobot Roomba Plus 504 $379.99 (save $185.50) Get Deal Best Eufy Deal Eufy Omni C20 $349.99 (save $350) Get Deal

Black Friday might still be a week away, but that doesn't mean you need to wait around all week to start scoring some big savings.

Amazon has launched its massive sales event early, so you can start saving big on new tech. Retailers like Best Buy and Walmart have also kicked off early, so you've got plenty of products to browse at all the usual spots. And if you have laid back cleaning on this year's wishlist, you'll likely be on the hunt for some of the best self-emptying robot vacuum deals.

SEE ALSO: I found 5 Dyson Supersonic dupes that are almost as good as the real thing

As the deals start to ramp up, we've put together a list of some of the best self-emptying robot vacuum deals already live.

Best early Black Friday Roborock deal Opens in a new window Credit: Roborock roborock Qrevo CurvX $849.99 at Amazon
$1,499.99 Save $650   Get Deal Why we like it

This is a seriously impressive robot vacuum, with a whole lot going for it. It has a powerful 22,000Pa HyperForce suction and a Zero-Tangling Design that's perfect for homes with pets. It's small size comes in handy too, coming in at only 7.98cm tall, so it reaches under sofas and cabinets, picking up hard to reach dust.

And it's not just a vacuum, this model mops your floors too. It uses 80°C hot water to remove stains and grease, and when it returns to the dock, the mop will be cleaned and ready to go again. And to gain a spot on this list, this vacuum also self-empties its dirt and debris. You only need to empty it around every 70 days.

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The iRobot Roomba Plus 504 is an ideal choice if you want something powerful, smart, and affordable, and this Black Friday discount takes it right down to its lowest-ever price. It benefits from Dual Rubber Brushes, Edge-Sweeping Brushes, and Carpet Boost features, as well as a powerful suction that can loosen and lift tough dirt. Its self-emptying capabilities are impressive too, with the dock able to trap and contains debris as small as 0.7 microns in an enclosed bag, with no need for you to empty for up to 75 days.

Best early Black Friday Eufy deal Opens in a new window Credit: Eufy Eufy Omni C20 $349.99 at Amazon
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This is another great robot vacuum currently on sale for under $400. You'll get fully automated cleaning with features like auto emptying, washing, and drying. It has a strong suction of 7,000 Pa suction, a rolling brush, and a side brush, so this model can easily take on tough dirt, dust, and even pet hair thanks to the Pro-Detangle Comb. The C20 has a 3.1 litre dust bag, so you only need to empty it around every 60 days.

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Shop the best Samsung The Frame TV deals over Black Friday — record-low prices are live right now on Amazon and Best Buy

Fri, 11/21/2025 - 12:20
Best early Black Friday Samsung The Frame TV deals Best 55-inch Samsung The Frame TV deal Samsung 55-Inch Class LS03D The Frame Series QLED 4K TV (2024) 799.99 (save $700) Get Deal Best 65-inch Samsung The Frame TV deal Samsung 65-Inch Class LS03D The Frame Series QLED 4K TV (2024) 999.99 (save $1,000) Get Deal Best 75-inch Samsung The Frame TV deal Samsung 75-Inch Class The Frame Pro LS03FW 4K Neo QLED Mini LED TV (2025) 1997.99 (save $1,000) Get Deal

Black Friday doesn't officially start until Nov. 28, but most retailers have been dropping deals throughout the month. Best Buy and Amazon are leading the charge at this early stage, and that includes some of the most popular TVs from the biggest brands.

In particular, some of Samsung's The Frame TVs have dropped to seriously low prices. If you're unfamiliar with these TVs, they double as an art display when you're not watching, so you can throw up some nice artwork or photos to display when the TV isn't being used.

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If you've had your eye on one of these sleek displays, we've gathered up some of the best early Black Friday deals from the likes of Best Buy, Amazon, and Walmart right now. As Black Friday continues, we'll be sure to update this with even more The Frame TV deals that cross our radar.

For now, check out our top discounted picks below. And for even more discounts on TVs, check out our breakdown of the best early Black Friday TV deals.

Best early Black Friday 55-inch Samsung The Frame TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 55-Inch Class LS03D The Frame Series QLED 4K TV (2024) $799.99 at Best Buy
$1,499.99 Save $700   Get Deal Why we like it

If you're not looking to splash out on a massive TV ahead of the holidays, the 55-inch Samsung The Frame is a nice size to work with. And this discount is absolutely worth taking advantage of. Best Buy has slashed $700 off this model, making for almost 50% off its list price (46.7%, to be exact).

Down to $799.99, this TV will set you up with a 4K resolution, QLED display to catch all of your favorite shows and films in crisp, colorful quality. And for when it's not being used, it can display some lovely art, such as some pieces from New York's Museum of Modern Art.

Best early Black Friday 65-inch Samsung The Frame TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 65-Inch Class LS03D The Frame Series QLED 4K TV (2024) $999.99 at Best Buy
$1,999.99 Save $1,000   Get Deal Why we like it

For those looking to invest in a slightly larger TV for their home, Best Buy's also offering an excellent discount on its 65-inch Samsung The Frame TV. This model has dropped by a whopping $1,000 as part of the retailer's Black Friday sale, allowing you to scoop it up for $999.99 instead of $1,999.99.

Best early Black Friday 75-inch Samsung The Frame TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 75-Inch Class The Frame Pro LS03FW 4K Neo QLED Mini LED TV (2025) $1,997.99 at Amazon
$2,997.99 Save $1,000.00   Get Deal Why we like it

Samsung's 75-inch The Frame Pro is a great pickup for anyone hoping to go big this year. Over at Amazon, the Samsung 75-inch The Frame Pro has dropped from $2,997.99 to $1,997.99, saving you $1,000. It's worth noting that this TV is being sold by Walts TV. We generally don't recommend shopping with third-party sellers, so buyer beware. Check reviews and make your decision carefully.

This display is a Neo QLED TV, which Mashable's Leah Stodart described in her CES 2025 coverage as, "Samsung's term of endearment for mini LED, which offer more precise lighting due to their ability to be individually controlled, and the fact that there are more of them (compared to larger LED bulbs)." It also comes with Samsung's Vision AI and Pantone Validated Artful Color. To learn more, check out our breakdown of what to know about Samsung's The Frame Pro from when it was released.

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NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for November 21, 2025

Fri, 11/21/2025 - 12:10

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

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 Pips hints, answers for November 21, 2025 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: Found on a jacket

  • Green: Alcoholic drinks

  • Blue: Found in animated films

  • Purple: To scarf down

Here are today's Connections categories

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

  • Yellow: Things worn on lapels

  • Green: Cocktails

  • Blue: Pixar protagonists

  • Purple: Starting with synonyms for "Eat"

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 #894 is...

What is the answer to Connections today

  • Things worn on lapels: AWARENESS RIBBON, BOUTONNIERE, LAPEL PIN, LAVALIER

  • Cocktails: COSMOPOLITAN, GREYHOUND, SCREWDRIVER, SEA BREEZE

  • Pixar protagonists: CLOWNFISH, GRUMPY OLD MAN, RACECAR, TALKING DOLL

  • Starting with synonyms for "Eat": BOLT CUTTER, CHOW MEIN, SCARF RING, WOLF EEL

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 November 21, 2025

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.

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NYT Strands hints, answers for November 21, 2025

Fri, 11/21/2025 - 12:10

Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you work a 9 to 5.

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 November 21, 2025 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for November 21, 2025 NYT Strands hint for today’s theme: Heard at the board meeting

The words are related to work.

Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explained

These words describe work terms.

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 Corporate Speak.

NYT Strands word list for November 21

  • Liaise

  • Disrupt

  • Align

  • Corporate Speak

  • Ideate

  • Scale

  • Pivot

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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Wordle today: Answer, hints for November 21, 2025

Fri, 11/21/2025 - 12:10

Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you're good with words.

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 November 21, 2025 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 November 21, 2025 Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:

A, E, I, O, U.

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 V.

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...

VOWEL

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 November 21, 2025

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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NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for November 21, 2025

Fri, 11/21/2025 - 12:10

Today's Connections: Sports Edition will be a good time if you're familiar with Florida sports.

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: Splashing about

  • Green: Scoring

  • Blue: Player-related

  • Purple: Same first word

Here are today's Connections: Sports Edition categories

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

  • Yellow: Four primary swimming strokes

  • Green: Touchdown

  • Blue: Associated with John Elway

  • Purple: Big ____

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 #424 is...

What is the answer to Connections: Sports Edition today?

  • Four primary swimming strokes - BACK, BREAST, FLY, FREE

  • Touchdown - 6, PAYDIRT, TD, TUDDY

  • Associated with John Elway - 7, BRONCOS, NO. 1 PICK, STANFORD

  • Big ____ - 12, DANCE, LEAGUES, TEN

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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