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A glance at the best deals on 65-inch TVs before Prime Day: Best high-end 65-inch TV deal TCL 65-inch Q8ML Mini LED QLED 4K TV $1,799.99 at Amazon (save $700 at Amazon, plus get a free 55-inch TCL Q65 TV) Get Deal Best Amazon TV deal Amazon 65-inch Ember Artline QLED Art TV $899.99 at Amazon (save $200 at Amazon) Get Deal Best budget 65-inch TV deal TCL 65-inch QM64L Mini LED QLED Fire TV $529.99 at Amazon (save $270 at Amazon) Get Deal

You may have not needed a new TV during Black Friday, or even during Amazon's Spring Sale. June through August is the most popular time to move on a TV, so Prime Day is a super convenient time to buy.

If you're not sure what size TV to get, the internet will probably tell you that 65 inches is the most palatable size. That's big enough to be seen from 10 feet away, but not so massive that you'll get a headache in a close-knit living space. A 65-inch TV is also more likely to fit comfortably on the average TV stand than if you bumped up to 75 inches.

SEE ALSO: 15+ streaming services you can get for 99 cents, plus more early Prime Day streaming deals

Prime Day TV deals are typically so good that you should even be able to snag a 65-inch TV for the typical price of a smaller model. Before Prime Day 2026 officially starts on June 23, I've found more than 10 worthwhile deals on 65-inch TVs already live. Many are 2026 models that just came out in the spring, already on sale at a new record-low price.

Best 65-inch TV deal ahead of Prime Day TCL 65-inch Q8ML Mini LED QLED 4K TV $1,799.99 at Amazon
$2,499.99 Save $700.00 Plus, get a 55-inch TCL Q65 TV for free Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

Just released in April 2026, the TCL Q8ML is the successor to TCL's popular QM8K TV. The single letter change in the title doesn't quite cover the difference in lighting tech here. The SQD Q8ML series features "super quantum dot mini LEDs," which are essentially an extra-bright version of regular quantum dots that are able to reproduce 100 percent of the BT2020 color spectrum. In dark rooms, the 4,000 local dimming zones packed into the Q8ML provide much sharper contrast than a regular mini LED TV.

If you're curious, you can snag the 65-inch TCL Q8ML for $1,799.99 at Amazon ahead of Prime Day — nearly 30 percent off its debut price of $2,499.99. Your purchase of any TCL SQD TV also unlocks a free 55-inch QLED TV from TCL worth $318.

Best 65-inch Amazon TV deal Amazon 65-inch Ember Artline QLED Art TV $899.99 at Amazon
$1,099.99 Save $200   Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

Amazon gives its own Fire TVs a good amount of attention during Prime Day, of course. Despite the discounts, Amazon Fire TVs typically still aren't the best bang for your buck compared to 4K TVs from other brands. However, the early Prime Day deal on the 65-inch Amazon Ember Artline is actually really good value for money.

Only recently released, the Amazon Ember Artline is Amazon's version of a matte art TV. The big deal here is that the Ember Artline comes with a frame color of your choice: Choose from 10 options including Walnut, Ash, Black Oak, Fig, Graphite, Matte White, Midnight Blue, Pale Gold, Silver, and Teak. (Without paying extra, The Frame locks you into black and the Hisense Canvas locks you into teak.)

More 65-inch TV deals at Amazon

• LG 65-inch 75B QNED 4K TV — $499.99 $699.99 (save $200)

• TCL 65-inch QM6K Mini LED QLED 4K TV — $527.99 $597.99 (save $70)

• TCL 65-inch QM64L Mini LED QLED 4K Fire TV — $529.99 $799.99 (save $120)

• TCL 65-inch E7 Cinema Mini LED QLED 4K TV — $649.99 $999.99 (save $350)

• Amazon 65-inch Ember QLED Fire TV — $709.99 $849.99 (save $140)

• Hisense 65-inch S7N Canvas QLED 4K Art TV — $839.99 $1,299.99 (save $460)

• Hisense 65-inch U7 Mini LED QLED 4K TV — $947.99 $1,499.99 (save $552)

• TCL 65-inch QM8K Mini LED QLED 4K TV — $997.99 $1,499.99 (save $502)

65-inch TV deals at Best Buy

• Samsung 65-inch S90F OLED 4K TV — $1,399.99 $2,499.99 (save $1,100)

• Sony 65-inch Bravia XR8B OLED 4K TV — $1,599.99 $1,999.99 (save $400)

• Hisense 65-inch UR8 RGB Mini LED 4K TV — $1,799.99 $1,999.99 (save $200)

• Sony 65-inch Bravia 8 II OLED 4K TV — $2,799.99 $3,299.99 (save $500)

Prime Day, The World Cup, and the Knicks parade weren't enough to start Thursday, so Rockstar Games decided to hijack all gaming, tech, and entertainment-adjacent media with a Grand Theft Auto VI announcement.

At least this one isn't another delay.

On Thursday morning, Rockstar published a very quick YouTube video that doesn't really count as a trailer since there isn't any game footage in it. What there is, however, is preorder information. Rockstar confirmed in the video that Grand Theft Auto VI pre-orders will go live across digital storefronts and select physical retailers on June 25. Aside from more or less locking down its Nov. 19 release date, this announcement also means we're probably going to find out how much the game costs in a week's time.

SEE ALSO: 'Grand Theft Auto VI' gets a surprise second trailer after being delayed

It's been a long and winding journey from the 2013 release of GTA V to now. We still don't really know much about how GTA VI plays or what unique innovations players can expect from the most hotly anticipated game in a long time, and possibly ever. Presumably, we'll know more next week.

The best Lego sets on sale ahead of Prime Day 2026: Best overall deal Lego Technic NASA Artemis Space Launch System $47.99 (save $12) Get Deal Best Nintendo deal Lego Super Mario The Bowser Express $83.99 (save $36) Get Deal Best Lego car deal Lego Technic Peugeot 9X8 24H Le Mans Hybrid Hypercar $159.99 (save $40) Get Deal

Any Lego fan knows that getting into the plastic brick building hobby isn't cheap.

Which is why it's a good idea to take advantage of Prime Day deals and shop Lego sets on sale. Amazon's four-day sitewide sale doesn't officially kick off until June 23, but we've already spotted some Lego sets marked down out in the wild.

SEE ALSO: The 10 best Lego sets of 2026 so far, from F1 to Monet and Pokémon

The best part is that while Prime Day deals can be limited to just Prime members, none of these Lego deals are Prime exclusive. Below, find 12 of the best Lego deals live ahead of Prime Day.

Best Lego deal ahead of Prime Day Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Technic NASA Artemis Space Launch System $47.99 at Amazon
$59.99 Save $12   Get Deal Why we like it

The Artemis Space Launch system is one the bestselling sets on Lego's website. Due to its popularity, it's on backorder if you buy it directly from the brand. Or, you could pick it up from Amazon ahead of Prime Day and save 20% on the $59.99 list price, bringing it down to just $47.99. For a 632-piece set that measures 27.5-inches tall and has a pretty cool real-world analogue, this set is an early Prime Day steal.

More Lego deals ahead of Prime Day

• Lego Sonic The Hedgehog Knuckles’ Guardian — $23.99 $34.99 (save $11)

• Lego Fortnite Supply Llama — $28.79 $39.99 (save $11.20)

• Lego Icons Kingfisher Bird — $39.99 $49.99 (save $10)

• Lego Icons Leonardo da Vinci's Flying Machine — $39.99 $49.99 (save $10)

• Lego Super Mario Piranha Plant — $41.99 $59.99 (save $18)

• Lego Disney and Pixar ‘Up’ House — $45.98 $59.99 (save $14.01)

• Lego Technic NASA Artemis Space Launch System — $47.99 $59.99 (save $12)

• Lego Technic 1966 Ford GT40 MKII — $59.99 $74.99 (save $15)

• Lego Art Mona Lisa — $79.99 $99.99 (save $20)

• Lego Super Mario The Bowser Express Train Toy — $83.99 $119.99 (save $36)

• Lego Technic 2 Fast 2 Furious — $111.99 $139.99 (save $28)

• Lego Technic Peugeot 9X8 24H Le Mans Hybrid Hypercar — $159.99 $199.99 (save $40)

SAVE $370: As of June 18, the Eufy E25 robot vacuum and mop combo is on sale for $629.99 at Amazon. That’s 37% off its $999.99 list price.

Opens in a new window Credit: Eufy Eufy E25 Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo $629.99 at Amazon
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For a limited time ahead of Prime Day, the Eufy E25 robot vacuum and mop combo is on sale for $629.99 at Amazon, a 37% discount off its $999.99 list price. It’s a solid price cut on an all-in-one cleaner that handles vacuuming and mopping in a single run.

The Eufy E25 robot vacuum and mop combo feels aimed at people who are tired of seeing the same pet hair, crumbs, and dust show back up a day after cleaning. It vacuums and mops at the same time, and the mop system refreshes itself as it cleans so it keeps using clean water throughout the run.

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A lot of the work also happens after it finishes cleaning. The all-in-one station automatically empties the dust bin, washes the mop roller, dries it, and refills water, so you’re not dealing with cleanup after every cycle.

Corners and edges usually end up being the spots that get skipped, but the extending arm is designed to reach along baseboards and tighter areas. The robot vacuum also maps your home layout and learns where everything is, which helps it move room to room with less random bumping and backtracking.

Put floor cleanup on autopilot with the Eufy E25 robot vacuum and mop combo at Amazon.

SAVE $40: As of June 18, the Amazon Echo Show 5 Kids (newest model) is on sale for $59.99 at Amazon. That’s 40% off the list price of $99.99.

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$99.99 Save $40.00   Shop Now

If you’re looking for a screen that keeps kids entertained without having to hand over your phone, the Echo Show 5 Kids has hit its lowest price this year ahead of Prime Day, dropping to $59.99 at Amazon.

It lets kids ask Alexa for stories, homework help, music, and games, on a compact display designed for everyday use.

This Echo Show Kids 5 smart display is designed for kids to use on their own and is small enough to sit on a desk or nightstand. It includes newer Alexa+ features for kids to go down rabbit holes on topics they’re curious about, play around with knowledge-based games, and turn their ideas into short stories that Alexa helps narrate and illustrate in real time.

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With Amazon Kids+, there’s also a huge library of audiobooks they can actually get lost in — Disney stories, old-school classics like Beverly Cleary, and nonfiction that doesn’t feel like schoolwork. And in the background, it can help build routines, like morning alarms or winding down at night with calming sounds, so it naturally becomes part of the daily rhythm.

Grab an early Prime Day price drop on the Echo Show 5 Kids at Amazon.

SAVE OVER $10: As of June 18, the Lego Technic NASA Artemis Space Launch System Rocket has hit its lowest-ever price of $47.99 at Amazon. This is $12 off its full price of $59.99.

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$59.99 Save $12   Get Deal

Prime Day is now less than a week away, but if you're looking for great Lego deals, you don't have to wait to save.

Amazon already has quite a few early deals worth checking out ahead of time, including an excellent offer on the Lego Technic NASA Artemis Space Launch System Rocket (42221). As of June 18, it has hit its lowest-ever price of $47.99.

This deal saves you $12 on this Lego set's full price of $59.99, but that's not the only thing that has caught our eye. This set, which is a bestseller at Lego, is actually on backorder if you want to buy direct. If it's been on your radar, this is a fantastic opportunity to save while it's in stock at Amazon.

SEE ALSO: How to sign up for Amazon Prime in time for Prime Day

Recommended for ages nine and up, the Lego Technic NASA Artemis Space Launch System Rocket comes with 632 pieces that create the rocket model, but the fun doesn't stop there. Once completed, it actually features a hand crank you can turn that shows the rocket separating into three stages: solid rocket boosters, core stage, then upper stage with the Orion spacecraft.

It also comes with four astronaut nanofigures, blue flames for extra details, and an information panel.

There's no telling how long the Lego Technic NASA Artemis Space Launch System Rocket will remain in stock. Act fast to save.

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TL;DR: Live stream Czechia vs. South Africa in the 2026 FIFA World Cup for free on BBC iPlayer. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN or Proton VPN.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has entered its second round of fixtures. Czechia and South Africa both suffered defeats in the first round, so this matchup is absolutely vital. A defeat here could make it very difficult to move into the knockout rounds.

If you want to watch Czechia vs. South Africa in the 2026 FIFA World Cup from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is Czechia vs. South Africa?

Czechia vs. South Africa in the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off at 12 p.m. ET on June 18. This fixture takes place at the Atlanta Stadium.

How to watch Czechia vs. South Africa for free

Czechia vs. South Africa in the 2026 FIFA World Cup is available to live stream for free on BBC iPlayer.

BBC iPlayer is geo-restricted to the UK, but anyone can access this free streaming platform with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in the UK, meaning you can unblock BBC iPlayer to live stream the 2026 World Cup for free from anywhere in the world.

Live stream Czechia vs. South Africa for free by following these simple steps:

1. Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (we recommend ExpressVPN or Proton VPN)

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 the UK

4. Visit BBC iPlayer

5. Watch Czechia vs. South Africa 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 access free live streams of the 2026 World Cup without actually spending anything. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream Czechia vs. South Africa (plus more World Cup fixtures) before recovering your investment.

ExpressVPN's regular 30-day money back guarantee is not available for any subscriptions purchased during the FIFA World Cup between June 10 and July 11. Fortunately, Proton VPN still offers that all-important money-back guarantee.

What is the best VPN for BBC iPlayer?

ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport on BBC iPlayer, for a number of reasons:

• Servers in 105 countries including the UK

• 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 10 simultaneous connections

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. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.99.

Live stream Czechia vs. South Africa in the 2026 FIFA World Cup for free.

TL;DR: You can now buy the Pokémon TCG Gengar Mega Moonlit Tin for only $42.99 on Amazon, with $6.96 cut off its standard $49.95 list price. This price gets you four booster packs, a Mega Gengar ex promo card, and a code card for Pokémon TCG Live. 

Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon TCG Mega Moonlit Mega Gengar ex Tin $42.99 at Amazon
$49.95 Save $6.96   Get Deal

Collection tins are a great way to get a selection of Pokémon TCG boosters from different expansions at a reasonable price, and Amazon has delivered a price cut to its new Mega Gengar version right before Prime Day. 

As of June 18, the Pokémon TCG Mega Moonlit Tin Mega Gengar ex edition is listed on Amazon for $42.99. That’s 14% off its typical $49.95 price, saving you $6.96 on the sealed collector tin.. 

The $42.99 listing is shipped and sold by BigCityCards, with free delivery estimated for June 26 to July 2 at the time of writing. If you want it sooner, Amazon’s main buy box is sitting slightly higher at $43.99 from Champion-Gaming, with free delivery listed for June 22-23. Other Amazon sellers are also close, including Hero Collect at $43.99, Collectors Expedition at $44.45, and Red Rocks Distributing at $44.99. 

Inside the tin, you’ll get one foil promo card featuring Mega Gengar ex, four Pokémon TCG booster packs of trading cards (two Chaos Rising, one Perfect Order, and one Phantasmal Flames), and one code card for Pokémon TCG Live. 

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Based on the $42.99 Amazon price, that works out to about $10.75 per booster pack before factoring in the Gengar promo or the digital code — which marks a nice saving compared to the usual $12-$17 price range we’re seeing for single packs on Amazon these days. 

You can also buy the Pokémon TCG Mega Moonlit Clefable ex Tin on sale at Amazon. For more Chaos Rising booster packs, you can grab the Chaos Rising Elite Trainer Box for under $90 while stocks last. 

TL;DR: The iPhone 17 Pro is available for free with T-Mobile. You can claim by switching to an Experience More or Experience Beyond unlimited plan.

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Look, we know the iPhone 17 Pro isn't exactly the shiny new kid on the block. It has spent the last nine months dominating our social media feeds thanks to that distinct camera module and the viral Cosmic Orange finish. But the iPhone 18 launch is looming, and that means carriers are officially entering clearance mode. This is the time for savvy shoppers to shine.

If you don't care about having the absolute newest phone, T-Mobile has launched a massive late-cycle push on this current-gen handset. For a limited time, you can secure the iPhone 17 Pro for free. And you don't even need to trade anything in to qualify.

To score the iPhone 17 Pro for free, you just need to switch carriers and activate a new line on T-Mobile’s Experience More or Experience Beyond plans. If you're already an existing customer, you can get the exact same deal by trading in an eligible handset (like an iPhone 15 Pro) on those same plans.

It's important to note that T-Mobile doesn't just hand over an $1,100 phone without strings attached.

The retail price is financed over 24 consecutive monthly statements, and T-Mobile applies a promotional credit each month to bring that specific line item down to $0. If you decide to bounce to another carrier or try to upgrade early to the iPhone 18 in September, those monthly credits vanish instantly. You will be stuck footing the remaining bill for whatever is left on the phone's 24-month payment cycle.

It was recently announced that only iPhone 17 Pro users will get some of iOS 27's AI tools. If you really want to experience Siri AI's most advanced features, it might be time to upgrade.

Score the iPhone 17 Pro for free with this latest offer from T-Mobile.

TL;DR: The New York Knicks 2026 NBA championship parade starts on Thursday, June 18 at 10 a.m. ET. Coverage is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. ET on Peacock through NBC New York News, while additional coverage will air on MSG Network, ABC7 New York, NBC 4 New York, and NBCSN Extra via YouTube TV.

It actually happened. After a painful 53-year wait, the New York Knicks are NBA Champions.

Finals MVP Jalen Brunson put away the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5, ending the longest active championship drought among teams that had previously won an NBA title. Predictably, the city has lost its mind. Now it's time to party.

Whether you plan on skipping work to stand 10-deep on the sidewalk or want to stream the entire historic moment from the comfort of your living room, here is everything you need to know about the logistics, the route, and how to watch.

What time does the Knicks parade start?

The parade is scheduled for Thursday, June 18, 2026. The floats are set to begin rolling at exactly 10 a.m. ET.

What is the Knicks parade route?

The procession will follow New York City’s legendary Canyon of Heroes pathway in Lower Manhattan. The parade kicks off at The Battery (Bowling Green) and travels directly north along Broadway before culminating at City Hall Park.

SEE ALSO: Knicks' Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns, and Mike Brown thank fans on 'The Tonight Show'

Following the float progression, Mayor Mamdani will host a civic ceremony outside City Hall to present keys to the city to Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart, and the rest of the roster. Keep an eye out for Mitchell Robinson driving his own custom raised pickup truck in the parade lineup. That's the kind of unhinged energy that Knicks fans relish.

How to watch the Knicks parade from home

If you aren’t willing to brave the swarms of fans taking over the subways (we get it), coverage is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. ET on Peacock through NBC New York News. Additional coverage will air on MSG Network, ABC7 New York, NBC 4 New York, and NBCSN Extra via YouTube TV.

One of the popular ideas related to artificial intelligence is that it'll pave the way for vastly cheaper, advanced medical exams. A movie version of this is the home MRI-like machine, with the protagonist stepping inside it and getting a full body scan and an assessment within minutes (remember the healing med-bay in Elysium?).

Now, Midjourney, the company known primarily for its powerful AI image generation tech, is trying to turn that dream into reality with a new project: a full body, ultrasonic scanner.

SEE ALSO: Midjourney launches AI video model. How to try V1, how much it costs.

Yes, we're talking an actual, full size, medical scanner, and it's so far removed from what Midjourney did so far, that in an introductory blog post, the company itself admitted the project is "a little weird and a little crazy, but also spectacular and filled with hope."

The Midjourney Scanner project is still in a fairly early stage. The company says it will work like this: You step onto a platform, which slowly submerges your body into water. A ring of underwater sensors send ultrasonic waves through your body, and create an image of everything that's happening inside it (the tech is related to how dolphins use echolocation to explore their surroundings underwater).

The entire process shouldn't take more than 60 seconds; which is a lot faster than a traditional MRI, which needs 60 to 90 minutes to perform a full body scan.

The machine takes the picture, the AI figures out what's what. Credit: Midjourney

The key — and this is where Midjourney's AI expertise comes in — is in the terabytes of data produced by the sensors every second of the scan. The company's post is a little short on the details, but it says the scanner will require immense computational power and AI smarts to turn the sound waves into images. When that's done, you'll get a very precise 3D map of your body — and a lot faster than an MRI.

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Also, according to Crypto Briefing, Midjourney isn't going it alone; in 2025, the company signed a licensing agreement with Butterfly Network, a company that specializes in handheld ultrasonic scanners. Also notable is Midjourney's head of hardware Ahmad Abbas, who has previously worked on Vision Pro at Apple.

Midjourney says it's moving the project forward at the "maximum speed that’s physically possible." In practical terms, this means that the first Midjourney Spa with hot tubs, saunas, and Midjourney Scanners, should be opening "in the heart of San Francisco" in 2027. The idea is that you could enjoy the company's spa facilities as you would in any other spa, but you'd also effortlessly leave with a full scan of your body, and a "huge library of data about your health."

Welcome to the spa, enjoy your time here, and don't forget to pick up your scan. Credit: Midjourney

Before it can open a commercial spa like this, Midjourney will have to spend the next 12 months refining the algorithms and hardware, then building a "research spa," upgrading to a second-generation scanner, and getting FDA approval for the project. If all goes well, in 2028, Midjourney Spas could start opening in more cities, and that's also when the company hopes to upgrade to a third-generation scanner. "Gen3 is where it gets 'serious,' the silicon for this design will be completely custom and image quality and scan times will be night-and-day," the post says.

By 2031, Midjourney's goal is to have a fleet of over 50,000 scanners worldwide, with a total scanning capacity of a billion scans every month. It's a very ambitious goal for a company that hasn't produced any hardware so far, let alone medical hardware. Midjourney says it will document its journey (sorry) by publishing regular updates about the project; beyond that, Midjourney says there will be more "exciting projects" to show in the future.

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TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG Chaos Rising Elite Trainer Box is on sale for $87.21 on Amazon. This is through a third-party marketplace seller, Strike Zone Online, but takes 31% off the sealed ETB before delivery.

Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Chaos Rising Elite Trainer Box $87.21 at Amazon
$123.98 Save $36.77   Get Deal

Chaos Rising has not been out in the Pokémon TCG for long, but the expansion’s Elite Trainer Box has already moved from launch-week premium into more affordable territory — making the go-to box more budget-friendly than ever.

As of June 18, the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Chaos Rising Elite Trainer Box is available at Amazon for $82.22 via Strike Zone Online. That’s initially $36.77 off the $118.99 list price, though this lowest listing has $4.99 delivery currently scheduled for June 26 — costing you $87.21 altogether. 

If stock happens to run out at this low price, Prime Picks has the same ETB listed at $87.99 with free delivery, while other Amazon marketplace options are sitting around $89.

TCGplayer is even cheaper if you are happy to shop outside Amazon. Unopened Chaos Rising ETB listings are currently starting from $77.99 with shipping included, going only just higher than its market price of $76.75. 

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Inside the box, you’ll get nine Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Chaos Rising booster packs, one full-art foil promo card featuring Fennekin, 65 card sleeves, 40 Energy cards, a player’s guide, six damage-counter dice, one competition-legal coin-flip die, one plastic coin, a collector’s box with six dividers, and a Pokémon TCG Live code card. 

You can pull valuable single chase cards that would look great in any binder (or you can buy individually on TCGplayer) — including SIR Greninja, Mega Hyper Rare Greninja, SIR Cinccino ex, Mega Dragalge ex, and Mega Floette ex. 

To get the lowest cost per pack, you can grab the Pokémon TCG’s 36-pack Chaos Rising Booster Display Box for under $265. If it’s only a few extra boosters you want, you can also buy the Chaos Rising Booster Bundle for around $50. 

TL;DR: Unblock Pornhub for free with a VPN. The best services for unblocking porn sites from Australia is ExpressVPN.

The world of porn continues to be impacted by age-verification laws. Back in early 2025, more than a third of U.S. states introduced age verification laws for online adult content. Pornhub hit back by blocking users from those locations. A similar situation took place France and the UK, and now Australians are facing the same set of challenges.

The porn blocks arrived just days before new online safety codes came into effect, requiring organisations to verify the ages of users. It's the same story we've seen before, with the same straightforward workaround.

SEE ALSO: T-Mobile just dropped the Apple iPhone 17 for free — how to claim

If you want to unblock porn sites like Pornhub for free from Australia, we have all the information you need.

How to unblock Pornhub for free in Australia

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

Unblock Pornhub from Australia by following these simple steps:

1. Sign up for a VPN (we recommend ExpressVPN)

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

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

4. Visit Pornhub

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The best VPNs for unblocking porn sites are not free, but most do offer free-trial peiods or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can unblock porn sites like Pornhub without spending anything. This is obviously not a long-term solution, but it does give you the opportunity to temporarily retain access to Pornhub before recovering your investment. The situation may have changed before the free-trial period comes to an end.

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SAVE OVER $300: As of June 18, the De'Longhi Magnifica Evo automatic espresso and coffee machine is on sale for $549.95 at Amazon. This is $350 off its full price of $899.95.

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A fresh cup of coffee is always a great way to start your morning. If you've been searching for a machine that can help elevate your at-home cafe by brewing up coffee and espresso drinks, the De'Longhi Magnifica Evo deserves your attention.

As of June 18, it's on sale for $549.95 at Amazon ahead of Prime Day.

It's usually listed at $899.95, so you'll save $350 overall by taking advantage of this deal. Before Prime Day, that's an excellent discount to jump on. Since it's currently marked as a limited time deal, the clock is already ticking to make a move on it. Don't miss out on this opportunity.

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Whether you're in the mood for a cappuccino, latte macchiato, or a straightforward coffee to start your morning, the De'Longhi Magnifica Evo can help brew it up. It actually features seven one-touch recipes that you can work with. Alongside the three previously mentioned, it can also help you make espresso, iced coffee, hot water if you want something like a tea, or you can personalize and save a recipe through the My Latte function.

It also comes with a conical burr grinder that features 13 grind settings for your beans and a LatteCrema System that can froth up milk, or a milk alternative, for your favorite drinks. See? Who needs to go on a coffee shop run?

Be quick to grab this great De'Longhi Magnifica Evo automatic espresso and coffee machine deal at Amazon ahead of Prime Day.

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SAVE $22.50: As of June 18, the Anker MagGo 3-in-1 wireless charging station is on sale for $67.49 at Amazon. That’s a 25% discount off the list price of $89.99.

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If there are too many cables cluttering your nightstand, this Anker MagGo 3-in-1 charger is an easy way to clear things up. As of June 18, it’s down to $67.49 at Amazon, marking its lowest price this year, just ahead of Prime Day. It’s not the absolute lowest we’ve seen, but it’s still very close to the bottom of its usual discount range.

This Anker MagGo 3-in-1 charger delivers up to 15W fast wireless charging, giving your phone a quick power boost, and it’s designed to charge your phone, Apple Watch, and AirPods at the same time, so you can replace multiple separate chargers with one setup.

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The stand supports fast charging for the Apple Watch, getting it from 0 to 100% in about 1 hour and 13 minutes, according to the brand. It tilts up to 45 degrees, so your phone is easy to view while it charges, which is useful for notifications or StandBy mode. It also includes a USB-C adapter and cable in the box, along with a 24-month warranty.

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TL;DR: The Samsung 990 PRO 2TB NVMe M.2 PCIe Gen4 SSD is on sale for $369.99 at Amazon, cutting $270 off its $639.99 list price. That takes 42% off one of Samsung’s fastest internal SSDs, with read and write speeds of up to 7,450/6,900 MB/s.

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Finding a new internal SSD for your PC or PS5 has been an incredibly pricey endeavour with the ongoing memory crisis in the tech industry right now. In the build-up to Prime Day, however, Amazon has started dropping some deals that can make the cost of upgrading your gaming storage a little less painful. 

As of June 18, the Samsung 990 PRO SSD 2TB NVMe M.2 PCIe Gen4 is on sale at Amazon for $369.99, down from its $639.99 list price. With this $270 saving, you’ll be buying one of Samsung’s most popular high-end internal SSD — the 2TB model is a high-speed solid storage boost for gaming PCs, PlayStation 5s, and even creative workstations. 

Depending on your budget and specific needs, Amazon has other 990 PRO options discounted. The standard 1TB model is listed for $219.99, down from $319.99, while the 4TB model is currently $895. 

If you want the built-in heatsink version instead, Amazon has the 1TB model for $299.27, the 2TB model for $495.49, and the 4TB model for $730 after a much larger cut from its $1,139.99 list price. 

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As for how well this will suit your gaming rig, the 990 PRO is built around PCIe 4.0 performance, with Samsung promising sequential read speeds up to 7,450 MB/s and write speeds up to 6,900 MB/s. That makes it a strong fit for large game installs, fast boot drives, video editing, 3D work, data-heavy projects, and anyone moving beyond older SATA SSDs or slower Gen3 drives. 

If you’ve been eyeing up an m.2 SSD for your PlayStation setup, the version of the 990 PRO with the added heatsink was made specifically with the PS5 in mind — which is a must for managing the high heat it generates and stabilizing its temperature. With that, you’ll be ready to manage the ever-increasing size of Fortnite and the Call of Duty games. 

Check out the best PlayStation deals to grab before Prime Day — including new deals on top games and even the PlayStation Portal. If you’re eyeing up a whole new gaming setup, you can buy the ASUS TUF F16 gaming laptop at $600 off among other new gaming laptop deals. 

The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult if you're fit.

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 June 18, 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: Strength-building

• Green: Behavior

• Blue: Historical figures

• Purple: Fixer upper

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Here are today's Connections categories

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

• Yellow: Fitness class types

• Green: Demeanor

• Blue: Peace activists

• Purple: Tools minus last two letters

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 #1103 is...

What is the answer to Connections today

• Fitness class types: AEROBICS, BARRE, BOOTCAMP, PILATES

• Demeanor: ATTITUDE, BEARING, CARRIAGE, PRESENCE

• Peace activists: GANDHI, KING, MANDELA, TUTU

• Tools minus last two letters: HAMM, JIGS, PLIE, WREN

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 June 18, 2026

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

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Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you love the ocean.

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 June 18, 2026 NYT Strands hint for today’s theme: Beneath the waves

The words are related to the sea.

Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explained

These words describe marine life.

NYT Strands spangram hint: Is it vertical or horizontal?

Today's NYT Strands spangram is vertical.

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NYT Strands spangram answer today

Today's spangram is Coral Reef.

NYT Strands word list for June 18

• Shark

• Seaweed

• Algae

• Coral Reef

• Plankton

• FIsh

• Urchin

• Crab

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

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

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 June 18, 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 June 18, 2026 Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:

Admission.

Does today's Wordle answer have a double letter?

There are no recurring letters.

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

Today's Wordle starts with the letter E.

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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...

ENTRY

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.

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