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On Nov. 3, left-leaning Americans felt something that had lain dormant for a long time: hope.

The U.S. midterm elections resulted in historic wins, including Democrats flipping seats in several states. After the gut-punch of Trump's second win in 2024, and the subsequent human rights abuses and skyrocketing costs in the last two years, the "blue wave" (or bluenami, bluke, however you'd like to refer to it) swept over many of us like a calming balm. 

SEE ALSO: Midterms deliver clear message: 'The AI reckoning is here'

The election results haven't just caused democratic optimism (or millennial optimism). For some women who date men, it has also bubbled over into romantic optimism.

"I'm hopeful that with a shift in politics and culture, the values of individuals and groups will start to shift too," Bailey Cummings, a 27-year-old communications and marketing specialist based in Nashville, told Mashable over Instagram DM. 

Is heteropessimism fading?

The past few years have been less than stellar for heterosexuals. In 2019, writer and researcher Asa Seresin coined "heteropessimism," or feelings of shame, regret, and hopelessness when it comes to straight romance. The feeling seems to have only gotten worse since then, paving the way for 2025's "heterofatalism." The novelty of dating apps has long worn off, the debate over whether to engage in casual sex rages on, and having a boyfriend is embarrassing.

It doesn't help that young men and women have, at least in the past decade, held diverging ideological views. Men were becoming more conservative in the U.S. and elsewhere, and women more liberal. Politics are more polarized than ever, and the polarization carries over into our love lives.

"I'm on Hinge primarily, and if it says 'not political' or 'moderate' or 'conservative' in anyone's profile, regardless of their gender, I'm not gonna meet up with that person," said Ellie Rudy, a bisexual 27-year-old freelance journalist in Brooklyn.

Men under 30 had a 23-point shift to the right in the 2024 presidential election. But last Tuesday, they swung back nearly 40 points to the Democrats, the New York Times reported.

"After being told that men were basically a lost generation and that they'd been eaten up by the manosphere and Andrew Tate and were impossible to capture, we saw the opposite happen," journalist and author Liz Plank told Mashable.

Writer Magdalene J. Taylor proposed "hetero-optimism" in a New York Times op-ed back in May, but it's looking more relevant than ever.

That being said, Plank noted that while the results were uplifting, there's still a big divide between men and women.

The political gender divide

A 2024 Financial Times article argues that the #MeToo movement, which peaked in 2017 and 2018, was the trigger for the gender divide among Gen Z. In the years since, differences of opinion have expanded beyond the issue of sexual violence and into politics (like immigration), marriage, and children. 

Meanwhile, manosphere influencers like Andrew Tate sold a gender essentialist, traditional worldview to young men in which they are victims of feminism. Men, to Tate and others, should dominate women and be "alphas." 

These misogynistic talking points align with the online incel (involuntary celibate) community, which rose from a fringe movement into the mainstream consciousness, especially since 2020. Incel forums fostered the looksmaxxing trend and its totem, the influencer Clavicular, who was recently charged with rape. As Mashable's deputy digital culture editor Olivia Tauber wrote in Sept., Clavicular built a following by humiliating women.

Far-right influencers aligned themselves with Donald Trump, and it's easy to see why women reject this outlook.

"What we've seen lately is this dominant political model of, 'This is what it means to be a man, and you have to behave this way, and we don't necessarily believe that women have the same rights or the same freedom to different roles,'" Sarah Ketay, a social and health psychologist at the University of Hartford, told Mashable. "My personal take is that a lot of women don't appreciate that."

And, regardless of age, the Pew Research Center found in a 2024 report that men are more likely than women to associate with the Republican Party.

But despite whatever far-right influencers spew, men and women aren't actually that different, Ketay argued.

"What we found in social psychology is that men and women often want exactly the same thing. They want partners who are kind to each other, who pay attention to them, who care about them," Ketay said. 

The issues lie in how men are socialized, she continued. Generally, men are socialized to suppress their emotions except anger, and they're not taught to pay attention to how other people feel. This doesn't help heterosexual relationships. And these aren't inherent differences, Ketay said, but instead differences in how men and women are raised.

"Heterosexual relationships are actually at a disadvantage, not because of anything like biological, but because of how we're socialized," she said.

But there is good news: Positive qualities, like communication and awareness of other people's feelings, can be learned. And they don't have to be learned to be ready for a relationship, Ketay said; they can be learned while you're in one. 

"I hope people can be a little bit more optimistic," she said, and some are.

A cautious optimism

Rudy told Mashable that she's cautiously optimistic. While she is disappointed in men she personally interacts with and men as a larger group, she feels hopeful. Though, she did point out that she's encountered leftist men who vote Democrat but act misogynistic and homophobic behind closed doors.

"There's something that's particularly frightening about liberal men who initially can make women feel safe, and then once you get to know them better, you realize it's all just a facade," she said. She's also dating more women than men right now.

Another bi woman, 31-year-old New Jersey resident Kaitlyn Porter, told Mashable over DM she doesn't feel more hopeful, because this is just the beginning. "We are leaps and bounds before men treat women as equals. I think it's nice to see them voting for the collective, but there's so much more that needs to be done," said Porter, a State Judiciary staff member.

Plank said there's a pessimistic view of the election that men thought gas prices were too high and decided to vote left, and it's not an ideological shift. But there's also a more optimistic view: That white men have realized that what Black women and other women have been organizing for decades to achieve can benefit them as well (as Plank wrote on her Substack).

A bluer America is better for daters

While Plank believes men and women are in very different places, elections can give us a different understanding of a demographic we thought was unchangeable, or dynamics believed to be set in stone.

The 2026 midterms were a single election, and we don't know how it will impact us. But, given the policy platforms of the winners, there might be truth behind the "baby boom in 9 months" jokes.

"I think single straight women should feel more hopeful about all this!" Steffi Cao, a 28-year-old dating advice columnist and culture writer in New York City, told Mashable over Instagram DM.

Cao believes that the political divide between young, straight men and women is fueled by limited access to resources. These developments give her hope that change is possible. "Think about how the happiest countries are ones with strong social programs, and there's a correlation between marriage satisfaction and healthcare access," she said. Some Democrats, especially Michigan's Senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed, campaigned on Medicare for All this election cycle.

"I'm not saying that things will change overnight," she said, "but I am more hopeful that with these incoming structural changes, culture has more potential to shift as young men can realize it was never immigrants or women or trans athletes that were preventing them from their own success, but rather [the] system that promised them things and never delivered."

Ketay also mentioned that politicians and their social programs can help improve relationships and families. She cited New York City's free babysitting program, which provides childcare for a "parents' night out."

In recent years, singles have said that the rising cost of living is just another reason dating is harder. They can't afford dinner and drinks, let alone move out of their parents' home and buy their own. 

But maybe politicians who want to get money out of politics, provide free healthcare, and tax billionaires could balance the economic scales somewhat and make every aspect of American life — including finding a partner — that much easier. 

An old video game can look just the way it did years ago, right up until a door that used to open won't budge, a character stops responding when you try to talk to them, or the game freezes every time you load a saved level. That's one way to run into what programmers call "code rot." The game itself may have stayed the same while the platform it runs on keeps getting updates. Over time, parts of the game stop working altogether.

On Gen Z TikTok, anything can be "code rotted," from a report card full of failing grades to a slushie machine that won’t dispense the goods. The joke is that real life is starting to break down like an old Roblox game, especially when something that's supposed to go right just doesn't.

Creators write text overlays in the voice of someone who's just confirmed a long-held suspicion: A baffling homework assignment? "Yup yup yup i f*cking knew it this assignment is definitely code rotted." Can't log into your Google account? "google is coderotted. it's coderot." Puppy acting up? It's code-rotted, too.

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The phrase first gained traction on Roblox, specifically when some players revisited games they grew up with. In May, TikToker @planetaryequinox posted a clip of the apartments in Royale High, a school role-playing game, glitching in a loop. The game's developers said in an X post they'd received more bug reports from older areas and had already released several patches.

Later that month, another TikToker @forgottenfuture1 started a series revisiting older Roblox games, beginning with Greenwood Town, one of the first games they remembered playing. Users also found "code rot" in other games, like Fortnite and Genshin Impact.

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By October, a Despicable Me 4 TikTok filter had brought the "code rot" joke beyond Roblox. The filter is a mini-game where players steer Gru toward gates marked with different characters' faces. But in an Oct. 13 TikTok from @diaryofawimpykidfan01, Gru barrels straight through every gate as if the choices don’t matter. The creator called the filter "code-rotted," and the clip's eerie, slowed-down soundtrack made a glitch in a Gru mini-game feel like the opening of a horror movie.

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The joke borrows from something that really does happen online. The internet can feel permanent right up until an old bookmark leads to a 404, or an old forum thread still exists but the photos that made it useful have disappeared. That’s link rot, and it adds up. In a 2024 study, Pew Research Center found that 38 percent of the webpages it sampled from 2013 were inaccessible a decade later.

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There's a visual version of that decay, too, with a similar name. "Pixel rot" is used to describe images breaking down into visible blocks and smears. A familiar version is the meme that's been saved and reposted so many times that the text is barely legible. Each round of compression can strip away a little more detail, so a picture can stay in circulation long after it stops looking like the original. For more of a visual, see PetaPixel's 2020 experiment with repeated Instagram uploads.

"Code rot" joins a growing vocabulary among Gen Z and Gen Alpha slang for describing real life as though it were a video game. An "NPC" is a "non-playable character," or someone who’s acting like a background character in someone else’s story. And "XP" measures experience in a game, which is why streamer Sykkuno once joked that his XP bar was low when talking about his dating life.

SEE ALSO: 'Larper' is the internet's new favorite insult. Here's what it means.

For generations that grew up learning, playing, and making friends online, it makes sense that the internet would shape the words they use to understand the world around them. We'll see which gaming term makes its way into the group chat next.

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By the time TikTok creator @wetsloppyswollen got to day eight of Skims' $148 advent calendar, she'd already opened a teddy bear keychain, hair ties, satin scrunchies, and a little foam toy with the Skims logo on it. Day eight was bobby pins, which would have been more of a surprise if day four hadn’t also been bobby pins. As one commenter put it, the whole thing was like a "box of pranks."

SEE ALSO: My favorite Advent calendars for 2026: Shop top picks from Papier, Red Bull, Lego, and more

The Nov. 6 video racked up 65 million views in just three days, and prompted many more shoppers to post their own unboxings. "Terrible!" beauty creator Kayla Ryan cried out to her 1.6 million followers. Some creators are also showing off other brands' advent calendars, like P. Louise and H&M's, to compare.

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By Nov. 8, Kim Kardashian's loungewear and lingerie brand was offering refunds.

"We understand that the calendar didn't meet expectations," a Skims representative told Entertainment Weekly on Nov. 9, adding that the company had contacted everyone who bought the box. Customers can return it for a full refund or keep it and take store credit. Despite the backlash, the advent calendar appears to be sold out — the demand is there. As it always is for Kim.

Though a surprise to many (well, most) purchasers, when Skims first released the box as part of its Holiday Shop on Oct. 29, under the "Fit & Fabric" dropdown page, shoppers could see exactly what was behind each door. Seven of the 12 days were devoted to hair accessories, including two packs of satin scrunchies, two packs of bobby pins, and a pair of headbands made from bra elastic. Four more doors held keychains, including one with a comb and another with a fuzzy compact mirror, and the last item in the mix was the Skims squishy. The original product URL now redirects to the brand's accessories page.

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Nevertheless, disclosure isn't exactly the issue here. On social media, people posted mock unboxings and compared the contents to what they might find under their couch cushions or on the floor of their car. "Not the SHEIN advent calendar being better than skims," wrote one TikTok commenter. Some online are replacing the word "SKIMS" with "SKAMS."

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Some fans and customers defended Kim: Beauty creator Glamzilla argued that the calendar was for "fans of SKIMS" who’d get a kick out of opening a little something from the brand each day. One X user wrote, "Tbh I was mad about it until I saw it’s literally labeled as an accessories advent calendar. They made it very obvious there would be no clothes (all advent calendars are scams imo though)."

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But something that might go over well with a Skims superfan can play very differently on social media, where anyone can watch all 12 doors open and decide for themselves whether the box was worth $148.

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As brands get better at making products people want to unbox on TikTok, they still owe the people who actually buy them a little respect. In this case, that means giving even the most devoted Skims fans something worth getting excited about.

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On Sunday, chipmaker Nvidia posted an odd press release from its founder and CEO Jensen Huang on its website's newsroom page.

The press release, titled "A Message to Our Company," was also emailed to the company's employees. "I owe my family and all of you an apology. I was unfaithful to my wife. My actions hurt her and our children. There is no excuse for what I did. I am deeply sorry."

Why did Huang, who leads one of the most valuable companies in the world, share this personal information through official corporate communications? It's because the woman he had an affair with has been accused of working as a spy for China, according to reports from the New York Times and the Financial Times.

And this goes beyond just a public relations scandal. With Huang being a leading figure in the AI industry, Nvidia being the major supplier of computing power for the AI boom, and the AI arms race between the U.S. and China, Huang's affair is also an issue of national security.

What we know

The New York Times and the Financial Times reported over the weekend that Jensen Huang had an affair with Alice Huang (no relation), a Chinese citizen and top executive at the Singapore-based data center company Megaspeed, a major purchaser of Nvidia's chips.

According to the outlets, U.S. intelligence agencies believe that Alice Huang had been recruited by China's Ministry of State Security as a spy.

U.S. surveillance of Alice Huang found that she had been in regular communication with an American citizen, who was later identified as Jensen Huang, the founder and CEO of Nvidia, according to the New York Times. The Megaspeed executive reportedly wanted the Nvidia CEO to lobby the Trump administration to loosen chip export controls. Huang reportedly did exactly that.

This discovery was treated as such a high-level national security risk that Secretary of State Marco Rubio himself helped draft a classified memo this spring warning the Trump administration of Huang's relationship with a spy working for China’s top intelligence agency, the New York Times reported.

The company said it has "no reason to believe that either national security or Nvidia secrets were compromised," per a statement from the company's board of directors posted to the Nvidia website on Sunday. The board also said that it had opened its own independent investigation into the relationship and what did and didn't occur.

The Associated Press reported today that China has denied that Alice Huang works for its government as a spy, calling the accusations a "smear campaign."

What we don't know

Aside from the affair being confirmed by Huang himself, and U.S. intelligence reportedly believing that Alice Huang is a spy for the Chinese government, there's a lot that we don't know.

We still don't know what Jensen Huang knew about Alice Huang, or to what degree he was or was not influenced. We don't know what Nvidia's CEO may have told Alice Huang and what information, if any, was compromised. If information was exchanged, we don't know what was passed to the Chinese government.

In addition, Alice Huang's current whereabouts are completely unknown, according to the Wall Street Journal. She was last confirmed to have been in China in 2024, right around the time U.S. intelligence agencies began investigating her. Pictures from 2025 of the two together surfaced recently, according to the Wall Street Journal.

It's unclear how wide the potential fallout of this international incident will be. Will Jensen Huang be indicted? Will he be forced to step down as CEO of Nvidia? If so, who is next in line to lead the California-based company, which has a current market cap of over $4.2 trillion?

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Get your Kohl's Cash ready: the Black Friday Kohl's ad scan is here.

Here's what you need to know: Kohl's savings event starts Nov. 22 both in stores and online, five days before the actual day of Black Friday on Nov. 27. While the sale runs through Monday, Nov. 30, shoppers can save up to 50% off, plus an extra 20% off with coupons. And because it's Kohl's, shoppers are also able to earn $15 of Kohl's Cash for every $50 spent.

SEE ALSO: Everything to know about Black Friday 2026: Best deals, sale dates, how to shop smart, and more

Across their catalog, there will be deals on apparel, electronics, kitchen appliances, toys and games, beauty products, and even vacuums. Looking for a preview on what to shop? We have you covered.

Note: Kohl's hasn't confirmed specifically what will be on sale in some categories. Products with a 🔍 emoji are ones we hope to see go on sale (or receive a better deal than it has currently) within confirmed product categories. All other products have been announced officially as deals.

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The Shark CryoGlow is Mashable's favorite red light mask, period. While pricey (as a red light mask is wont to be), it is one of the more accessible options in a product category that can easily run into the $450 plus category. Still, we recommend picking it up on Black Friday because it doesn't go on sale often, so this it is one of the best times to buy it. Treat yourself or a loved one with a mask that can emit blue, red, and infrared light, work on well as acne as it does anti-aging, offer a soothing under eye experience with the chilling pads, and generally be extremely easy to use.

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Easy frosé year round? Cola slushies on-demand? Say less. We tested the original Ninja Slushi, and it can deliver on slush-ifying nearly any drink (as long as it contains sugar). This XL version isn't on sale until Black Friday, but the $50 price cut it's slated to receive makes it an easy get for any frozen drink fiends, whether it be for a gift or for adding a little extra something to your holiday gatherings. The deal doesn't stop there, either – in addition to the price cut, a purchase of the Ninja Slushi XL comes with $75 of Kohl's Cash.

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Raanan Hershberg is a comic’s comic, known for sharp, long-form premises, ruthless self-awareness, and a distinct refusal to bend entirely to the internet’s whims. Over years grinding through the New York stand-up scene, making specials like Brave and Jokes from the Underground, and co-hosting Your Favorite Movie Sucks, he has built a reputation for comedy that digs into the messy, uncomfortable gray areas of modern life.

In this in-depth conversation, Hershberg sits down to discuss the development of his latest hour, Did You Like Me?, the modern reality of social media virality, and why protecting your artistic integrity matters more than ever.

In this episode, Hershberg takes a sobering look back at early 2000s "punching-down" material, the guilt of edgy comedy, and turning domestic arguments into sharper, honest material.

Hershberg then dives into the illusion of truth in stand-up, why audiences naturally suspend disbelief, how breaking the fourth wall creates bigger laughs, and the art of admitting when a joke is a lie.

Hershberg also addresses the dreaded algorithm trap: why chasing short viral clips compromises a comic’s voice, the line between smart promotion and writing for social media, and why virality often comes from people completely misunderstanding the joke.

Catch Raanan Hershberg performing his hour Did You Like Me? live at the 2026 New York Comedy Festival and watch his specials—including his award-winning short film Memory Room—available now on YouTube.

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After a record-breaking theatrical run over the summer, The Odyssey will finally be available to watch at home this month. You'll still have to wait a bit to stream it, but dedicated fans can purchase the film at digital on-demand retailers soon.

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Raking in $626 million domestically and $1.8 billion globally, Christopher Nolan's adaptation of Homer's ancient Greek epic poem became his highest-grossing film of all time, as well as Universal Pictures'. Mashable Entertainment Reporter Belen Edwards called it "nothing short of masterful" in her review. Other critics and audiences alike have raved about it (it currently holds a 94 percent on Rotten Tomatoes). I can't say I'm surprised, though. With an all-star cast that features Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong'o, Samantha Morton, Zendaya, John Lenguizamo, and Charlize Theron, it was bound to be a cinematic phenomenon.

Check out the official trailer below.

The beloved adaptation is set to return to IMAX screens in December for those who want to experience it again in its full glory, but if you don't want to wait, you can catch it from your couch starting Nov. 17. Here are all the streaming details you need to know to watch The Odyssey.

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The Odyssey will be available to watch at home this month. You can preorder at Amazon, Fandango, or Apple TV. If you can wait a little longer, it will also be streaming. See all the details below.

Buy or rent it on digital

The Odyssey is set to make its digital debut on Nov. 17, 2026. This means you can buy the movie from on-demand retailers for $19.99 (or likely rent it for around $14.99).

Here are some quick links to preorder the film on digital. Note that these prices will likely drop a few weeks after its digital debut.

• Apple TV — preorder for $19.99

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• Prime Video — preorder for $19.99

When and where is The Odyssey streaming?

While no specific streaming date has officially been announced, we can make an educated guess that The Odyssey will make its streaming debut on Peacock in February. We'll update this story with the latest information once it's revealed.

Christopher Nolan’s last film, the Oscar-winning Oppenheimer, debuted on digital exactly four months after its theatrical release. The Odyssey has followed its exact same timeline so far. If it follows a similar streaming schedule as well, the director's latest epic will hit Peacock in early February 2027.

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Peacock subscriptions start at $8.99, but the cheapest tier won't grant you access to theatrical releases. Instead, you'll need at least Peacock Premium to watch The Odyssey when it's released. A Premium subscription will run you $12.99 per month. Fortunately, there are a few different ways you can save some money on a subscription, which we've rounded up below.

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The best way to save money on a streaming subscription on any given day is by opting for the annual plan instead of the monthly plan. Paying for a year of Peacock Premium or Premium Plus up front saves you up to $39.89 per year.

Peacock Premium (with ads) costs $12.99 monthly, which adds up to $155.88 for 12 months. If you pay for the annual plan, however, it'll only cost you $129.99 — a savings of $25.89. Likewise, the Premium Plus plan costs $19.99 per month, which adds up to $239.88. The annual plan, on the other hand, costs just $199.99 — a savings of $39.89. You'll essentially be getting two months of streaming for free by opting for an annual subscription.

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Free is our favorite price. If you're an Xfinity customer and have yet to check if you get Peacock for free, I highly recommend heading to Xfinity.com for more details. Here's a brief breakdown:

• Xfinity Internet customers who are Diamond or Platinum Xfinity Rewards members can get Peacock Premium for free by redeeming a reward for it. Sign in at xfinity.com/rewards and choose Peacock as a reward. Then, wait for your email (it may take a few hours) with instructions on activating the offer.

• NOW TV customers can also receive Peacock Premium as part of their service.

• New customers with Xfinity Internet and an X1 TV Box, Flex streaming TV Box, or a Xumo Stream Box from Xfinity can get Peacock Premium for free for six months.

Best Peacock deal for students and young adults: Save $6/month Opens in a new window Credit: Peacock Peacock Premium for Students $6.99/month (save $6/month) Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Peacock Peacock Premium for young adults $6.99/month for 12 months (save $6/month) Get Deal

Both students and young adults (ages 18 to 24) can slash $6 per month off a Peacock Premium subscription all year long. Verify your student status or age through SheerID and generate a unique promo code to knock the price down to just $6.99 instead of $12.99. You can renew the offer yearly if you still meet the criteria, but you may have to prove verify your student status or age each time.

Best for first responders, medical professionals, military, and teachers: Save $5/month Opens in a new window Credit: Peacock Peacock Premium for First Responders and Medical Professionals $7.99 per month (save $5 per month) Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Peacock Peacock Premium for Military $7.99 per month (save $5 per month) Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Peacock Peacock Premium for Teachers $7.99/month (save $5 per month) Get Deal

First responders, medical professionals, teachers, and military personnel can all unlock Peacock Premium subscriptions (with ads) for a discounted rate of $7.99 per month by verifying professional status through SheerID. If you continue to meet the verification qualifications, then you can renew your subscription at a discounted rate each year. Prices are subject to change.

Best for Instacart users: Free Peacock Premium with Instacart+ subscription Opens in a new window Credit: Instacart / Peacock Peacock Premium annual subscription Free for Instacart+ subscribers (save $129.99/year) Get Deal

An Instacart+ membership ($99 per year) unlocks a free Peacock Premium subscription ($129.99 per year value) on top of free grocery delivery, lower fees, and credit back on eligible pickup orders. You'll even get a free two-week trial to kick things off. The cost of Instacart+ is already a better deal than Peacock Premium for the year.

Pro tip: Sign up for your trial of Instacart+ when The Odyssey debuts on Peacock so you can watch it for free. Just be sure to cancel before you're charged the full amount. Setting a calendar alert is highly recommended.

Best for Walmart shoppers: Free Peacock Premium for Walmart+ members Opens in a new window Credit: Walmart Walmart+ $98 per year Get Deal

A Walmart+ membership is one of the best ways to score streaming services for free. A $98 Walmart+ subscription unlocks either Peacock Premium or Paramount+ Essential as a free perk — and you can switch every few months. Since Peacock Premium is a $129.99 value, the $98 Walmart+ membership is already a better deal than paying for Peacock on its own. With Walmart+, you'll also get free shipping with no order minimums, fuel discounts, a Scan & Go checkout tool, and early access to deals during Walmart's major shopping events.

Nintendo appears to have made the right call in remaking The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for Switch 2, at least from a hearts-and-minds perspective.

The visually resplendent remake, which hit store shelves last week, has already set two records on Metacritic in just a few days. For starters, it has the highest aggregate score (96 out of 100) of any game to be released in 2026 so far. That was established when reviews went up a week ago, though, so it's not necessarily news at this point. However, as Forbes noted, Ocarina for Switch 2 has achieved another gaudy Metacritic milestone: It's now the highest-rated game by user scores in the site's history, with an all-time record score of 9.6 out of 10.

SEE ALSO: 6 good, bad, and weird changes in 'The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time' for Switch 2

For reference, the original Ocarina of Time for Nintendo 64 is the highest-rated game by critics in the history of Metacritic, with a score of 99 out of 100, a record it's held for a long time.

More than 8,750 users have submitted scores for Ocarina on Metacritic, so that score isn't necessarily being affected by a small sample size. It should absolutely be noted and emphasized that Metacritic does not require a verification of purchase for a user to submit a review score, so it's theoretically possible that some people are adding numbers to the mix in either direction without having played the game.

The Ocarina remake has also only been in the general public's hands for a little more than four days at the time of publication, so these takes are coming in piping hot, and people could change their minds over time.

We also would be remiss not to mention that Grand Theft Auto VI launches on Nov. 19, so there's a chance (albeit a small one) that Ocarina doesn't sit atop the user review throne for very long.

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Govee holiday lights deals at a glance Best outdoor lights deal Govee Icicle Lights (33 feet) $109.99 (save $120) Get Deal Best Christmas tree lights deal Govee Christmas Lights 2-in-1 $159.99 (save $40) Get Deal Best holiday decor deal Govee Christmas Cone Tree Lights $149.99 (save $40) Get Deal Best outdoor Christmas lights projector deal Govee Outdoor Christmas Projector Light $109.99 (save $40) Get Deal

Over the weekend, two of my neighbors put up their Christmas lights. One even did so with the garage door open and Christmas music tunes playing that filled the cul de sac. I'm not upset about the Christmas vibes in November, but even if you think it's too early, now is a great time to consider if your lights need an upgrade this year before the selection gets picked over.

Lucky for us, Amazon has tons of Govee Christmas lights on sale for both outside the house and inside. Plus, the sale extends to Govee's permanent outdoor lights which means this could be the last time you have to climb onto the roof to get them on the house.

Well ahead of Black Friday, check out these Govee deals at Amazon to get a head start on the holiday cheer.

Best outdoor lights deal Opens in a new window Credit: Govee Govee Icicle Lights (33 feet) $109.99 at Amazon
$229.99 Save $120.00   Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

Go with the classic icicle lights this winter. The 33-foot strand of Govee Icicle Lights has 400 LEDs and over 78 preset scenes for holidays beyond Christmas. Plus, the IP67 waterproof rating means you can leave them up year-round if you'd like.

Since you can control the lights with the Govee app or with voice command, you'll never have to go outside in the dark to turn them on.

Best Christmas tree lights deal Opens in a new window Credit: Govee Govee Christmas Lights 2-in-1 $159.99 at Amazon
$199.99 Save $40   Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

New this year, the Govee Christmas 2-in-1 lights are a delight. The set includes a 99-foot strand of 300 LED lights and a 26-foot strand with silver ornaments and 20 lights. The two strands work as one to wrap around your tree. Each of the 20 ornament lights projects a snowflake display and Govee makes it easy to decide on colors thanks to the 130 preset scenes.

Best holiday decor deal Opens in a new window Credit: Govee Govee Christmas Cone Tree Lights $149.99 at Amazon
$189.99 Save $40   Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

Great for the yard or inside, the 7.5-foot Govee Christmas Cone Tree is certainly easier to maintain compared to a live tree and easier to store than an artificial Christmas tree. The Govee Christmas Cone Tree has 370 LED lights that come with an IP67 waterproof rating. In addition to the endless lighting scenes in the Govee app, you can also set the lights to sync with music for a great holiday party.

Best outdoor Christmas lights projector deal Opens in a new window Credit: Govee Govee Outdoor Christmas Projector Light $109.99 at Amazon
$149.99 Save $40.00   Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

Instead of climbing onto the roof to get your house in the holiday spirit with lights, stay on the ground and install the Govee Outdoor Christmas Projector Light. It's capable of lighting up your home with a display that measures up to 32 feet, covering up to 1,500 square feet. It's easy to swap between any of the 16 patterns and it's capable of handling temperatures as low as -4 degrees Fahrenheit.

More Govee holiday lights deals

• Govee C9 String Lights (39 feet) — $99.99 $119.99 (save $20)

• Govee Christmas Sparkle String Lights (99 feet) — $109.99 $149.99 (save $30)

• Govee Outdoor Lights Set Holly-Jolly Christmas Bundle — $179.99 $299.99 (save $120)

• Govee Permanent Outdoor Lights 2 Pro (200 feet) — $639.99 $799.99 (save $160)

• Govee Permanent Outdoor Lights Prism (200 feet) — $689.99 $859.99 (save $170)

SAVE $1,000: Ahead of Black Friday, you can get the LG 55-inch C6 OLED 4K TV for its best price to date — just $999.99 — at both Amazon and Best Buy. That's 50% off its original list price. Several other sizes are also on sale for all-time lows.

Opens in a new window Credit: LG LG 55-inch C6 OLED 4K TV $999.99 at Amazon
$1,999.99 Save $1,000   Get Deal at Amazon Opens in a new window Credit: LG LG 55-inch C6 OLED 4K TV $999.99 at Best Buy
$1,999.99 Save $1,000   Get Deal at Best Buy

One of the best things about this time of year is that all of our favorite TV models start dropping to record-low prices. LG's most popular OLED TV for 2026, in particular, has hit an all-time low well ahead of Black Friday. If your TV has taken its last breath and you can't wait a few more weeks, the LG C6 OLED is definitely worth a look.

As of Nov. 9, both Amazon and Best Buy have the LG 55-inch C6 OLED 4K TV for only $999.99. Originally listed at $1,999.99, that's 50% off its actual price. It's currently down to the same sale price as the 48-inch model, which basically means you'll get seven extra inches of screen real estate for free (girl math, duh).

Both retailers also have larger sizes of the OLED TV at their lowest prices of the year as well. If you need something a little bigger, the 65-inch model is down to $1,399.99 from $2,699.99 and the 77-inch is down to $1,999.96 from $3,699.99.

The LG C6 is our favorite OLED TV for most people. It features impeccable image quality with inky black levels and stark contrast that can transform a typical movie night or sports game into a theatrical experience. Compared to its predecessor, it offers higher peak brightness, more vibrant colors, enhanced audio, and a better refresh rate (165Hz versus 144Hz).

OLED TVs are expensive, so any chance you have to save a significant amount of cash on one, you should take. With a 50% price drop, this deal on the LG C6 is an outstanding value.

If you're looking for something a bit more budget-friendly, be sure to follow along with our guide to the best TV deals as we inch closer to Black Friday.

Early Black Friday Nintedo Switch deals Best console deal Nintendo Switch 2 $469 (save $30) Get Deal Best Nintendo Switch 2 storage deal SanDisk 512GB microSD Express Card $159.99 (save $40) Get Deal Best Nintendo game deal 'Pokémon Legends: Z-A' $49.94 (save $20.05) Get Deal Best Nintendo Switch 2 accessory deal Belkin Nintendo Switch 2 Travel Case $24.99 (save $5) Get Deal

We're still a few weeks away from officially landing on Black Friday, but the deals aren't waiting. That's great news if you're a Nintendo fan or have a gamer on your holiday shopping list. From games to storage upgrades and accessories, we're already seeing sweet deals.

While we're not seeing deals on the new Zelda Switch 2 or The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for Nintendo Switch 2, we do see deals that'll be nice additions to your Zelda gaming sessions.

SEE ALSO: We found 45 early Black Friday deals already live: Get $200 off MacBooks, 53% off Bose headphones

We've compiled the top Nintendo and Nintendo Switch deals that are live ahead of Black Friday. Shopping early means you'll have everything you need for spending the holiday break with Nintendo.

Best Nintendo console deal Opens in a new window Credit: Nintedo Nintendo Switch 2 $469 at Woot
$499 Save $30   Get Deal at Woot Why we like it

While stock is tight on the new Zelda version of the Switch 2, you can snag the standard model already on sale before Black Friday. Head to Woot to get the Nintendo Switch 2 while it's in stock for $469. Amazon Prime members get free shipping with Woot, but keep in mind that Woot deals tend to sell out quickly, so don't wait on this one.

More Nintendo console deals

• Nintendo Switch (Renewed) — $198.99 $339 (save $140.01)

• Nintendo Switch OLED (Renewed) — $265.99 $387.99 (save $122)

Best Nintendo Switch 2 storage deal Opens in a new window Credit: SanDisk SanDisk 512GB microSD Express Card $159.99 at Amazon
$199.99 Save $40   Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

Load up on all the games before winter break thanks to a memory upgrade with the SanDisk 512GB micoSD Express Card. It's designed with write speeds up to 650MB per second and read speeds up to 880MB per second. The SanDisk microSD is officially licensed by Nintendo for the Switch 2, so you'll be good to go for all you gaming needs. Since memory is in short supply and prices continue to rise, snag this deal before it expires.

Best Nintendo game deal Opens in a new window Credit: Nintendo 'Pokémon Legends: Z-A' $49.94 at Amazon
$69.99 Save $20.05   Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

If you already have a Switch 2 or you're looking for a great Christmas gift for a gamer, Pokémon Legends: Z-A is already on sale for under $50. Mashable Tech Reporter Alex Perry reviewed Pokémon Legends Z-A and noted it's "enjoyably light and airy," which seems like the kind of game we need right now.

Best Nintendo Switch 2 accessory deal Opens in a new window Credit: Belkin Belkin Nintendo Switch 2 Travel Case $24.99 at Amazon
$29.99 Save $5   Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

If your Switch 2 will be coming along on winter holiday travel, snag the Belkin Travel Case while it's on sale for $24.99. It offers protection and easy transport for the Switch 2 itself, an AirTag, up to 12 game cards, cables, and a cleaning cloth. While the exterior is tough and durable, the interior is soft and protective.

Nathan Fielder and Louis Theroux in the same room?

For fans of deadpan interviews that can verge on the awkward and surreal, it's a great day.

Theroux, whose recent documentary Inside the Manosphere made a splash on Netflix, shared an image of himself having coffee with Fielder on Instagram.

"Catching up with this guy. Apparently he has a new documentary out," wrote Theroux, referring to Fielder's much-hyped Elizabeth Holmes documentary You Can See Everything. "Has anyone heard anything about it?"

SEE ALSO: Where to watch Nathan Fielder's other shows, relevant to his Elizabeth Holmes documentary

The excitement in the comment section was palpable.

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So, what does it mean? Are the two working on something together?

Well, if they are, then the most likely format would probably be Theroux's weekly podcast. But what's just as likely is the two could simply be meeting up for chat — Fielder and Theroux have in fact been in conversation before for an article for Interview Magazine, and it's clear that they're fans of each other's work.

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Here's hoping we see the pair sharing the same screen very soon.

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SAVE $802: As of Nov. 9, the Samsung 55-inch S90H OLED 4K TV has dropped down to $1,197.99 at Amazon from its list price of $1,999.99. That's 40% off and matches its lowest price to date.

Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 55-inch S90H OLED 4K TV $1,197.99
$1,999.99 Save $802   Get Deal

Though we're still a couple of weeks away from Black Friday, we're already smack dab in the middle of the best season to buy a new TV. You can certainly wait around for the big day, but it's not required, as this Samsung S90H OLED 4K TV is already down to its lowest price ever.

As of Nov. 9, the Samsung 55-inch S90H OLED 4K TV is down to just $1,197.99 at Amazon. Its original list price is $1,999.99 (though Amazon sells it a little short), which means you'll save a grand total of $802 or 40%. According to our favorite price-tracking tool, this beats its previous record-low by about $100.

The S90H is Samsung's mid-range OLED from its 2026 lineup — just a step down from our favorite OLED TV of the year (the S95H) and a step above the entry-level S85H. While most TV upgrades from one year to the next are generally pretty minimal, the S90H was a decent jump from its predecessor, as Ty Pendlebury from Mashable's sister site CNET points out. "The real reason to buy the S90H over the previous S90F is the addition of the antireflective coating," he writes.

The anti-reflective coating helps eliminate those pesky glares and reflections while watching TV in aggressive lighting. It also bumped up the brightness from the previous generation, improved lag times, and upgraded the refresh rate to 165Hz.

If you don't feel like waiting around for Black Friday, you can rest assured you're getting the best price to date on the Samsung 55-inch S90H OLED TV. Plus, if you upgrade now, you can start watching all of your favorite holiday movies in top-notch quality.

For anyone who has already pre-ordered Grand Theft Auto VI, it's about to take up a huge amount of space on your console's hard drive in the very near future.

That's because it's almost time to preload the most anticipated game of the year. If you don't normally engage with games this way, it means that anyone who has purchased GTA 6 will be able to install the full game on their hard drive before release. According to Rockstar, preloading will work slightly differently on PS5 and Xbox consoles. For PS5 owners, preloading will begin on Tuesday, Nov. 10 at midnight local time wherever you are. For Xbox players, preloading starts at 12 a.m. GMT on Tuesday and runs simultaneously for everyone.

SEE ALSO: GTA 6 release date: Is there early access? The soonest anyone can play.

To be clear, preloading the game early does not mean you can play it early, unless you set your console to New Zealand time. It will be locked and unplayable until it's officially out in your region.

Rockstar also confirmed in that post that the game will take up to 212GB of space on your hard drive, so start deleting games right now if you need to.

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TL;DR: Stop second-guessing your investments with some help from this three-year subscription to Tykr Stock Screener Premium Plan, on sale now for just $59.99 (reg. $300).

Opens in a new window Credit: Tykr Tykr Stock Screener Premium Plan: 3-Year Subscription $59.99
$299.97 Save $239.98   Get Deal

It’s easy to get caught up in the latest stock market buzz. But if you want to be a smart investor, you can’t just follow the trends. Tykr Stock Screener looks at the bigger picture, helping you see beyond the hype by analyzing thousands of stocks and giving you straightforward ratings based on their real value.

Right now, you can lock in a three-year subscription to Tykr Stock Screener Premium Plan for only $59.99.

If second-guessing always keeps you from investing, Tykr Stock Screener helps demystify this intimidating process. This handy tool offers clear ratings to help you make decisions, labeling stocks as On Sale, Watch, or Overpriced. It also provides a fair value estimate and a margin of safety, making it easier to invest with confidence.

If you have specific investment criteria, Tykr Stock Screener has custom filters that help you screen thousands of stocks in seconds. You can also easily connect your account to one of over 40 supported brokers, from Schwab to Fidelity and Robinhood, so you can sync your holdings into the portfolio tracker.

You can use Tykr on both iPhone and Android, and there’s also a web app available. All you have to do is log in with one email address to access your info and check out the ratings.

Have your eyes on a certain stock? You can set up alerts when a stock you’ve been watching becomes a Tykr Stock Screener buy or sell.

This 3-year subscription includes access to new features and fixes that are rolled out each month, and you’ll receive every update. There’s also access to the AI investing helper, with 30 AI credits to help you find stocks, build portfolios, and review the ones you already have.

Lock in your three-year subscription to Tykr Stock Screener Premium Plan for just $59.99.

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TL;DR: Amazon Prime members can get $20 off each of their first two qualifying Uber Eats restaurant orders through Amazon until Nov. 18 at 11:59 p.m. PST. Each order must total at least $25 before taxes and fees and after any other qualifying discounts.

Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Uber Eats: $20 off each of your first two orders   Get Deal at Amazon

This may just be the frugal part of me talking, but I’ve always thought Uber Eats was one of the more expensive food delivery apps (right up there with Postmates). So when I heard Amazon Prime members could now get $0 delivery fees through Uber Eats, I was pretty excited. I still have questions about some of those clearly inflated restaurant prices, but free delivery is a step in the right direction.

SEE ALSO: Walmart quietly dropped epic deals ahead of Black Friday: Save on Apple, Ninja, Tonies, and more

Right now, eligible Prime members can get $20 off each of their first two Uber Eats restaurant orders through Amazon, for up to $40 off across two orders. Each order needs to total at least $25 before taxes and fees, after any other qualifying discounts, and the offer expires Nov. 18 at 11:59 p.m. PST. You also get $0 delivery fees on eligible orders after activating the benefit.

How to get the discount

Go to Amazon’s Uber Eats page while signed in to your Prime account and tap “Allow” to activate the $0 delivery-fee benefit. From there, browse participating restaurants and check that your qualifying $20 discount appears before submitting your order. You don’t need a separate Uber Eats account, but you do need to order through Amazon’s website or shopping app — not the Uber Eats app or website.

The benefit is available to U.S. Prime members, including those with Prime for Young Adults and Prime Access memberships. Restaurant selection depends on your location, so check what’s available near you.

Do you need to join Prime?

You’ll need an eligible Prime membership to use the benefit. Prime normally costs $14.99 per month or $139 per year, and eligible customers can start a 30-day free trial. I wouldn’t pay for a year just to get two discounted meals, but the trial is worth considering if you also plan to use Prime for Black Friday shopping.

Already using Prime for holiday shopping? This is an extra worth checking before your next takeout order. Compare the final price instead of letting the $20 discount talk you into adding food you didn’t want just to reach the minimum.

The best early Best Buy Black Friday deals: Best TV Deal Samsung 65-inch Class R84H Series Micro RGB 4K TV 999.99 (save $1,100) Get Deal Best Headphones Deal Sony WH-1000XM6 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones 378.00 (save $80) Get Deal Best Apple Deal Apple Watch Ultra 3 (GPS+Cellular) 649.00 (save $150) Get Deal Best Kitchen Deal De'Longhi Magnifica Duo Fully Automatic Coffee and Espresso Machine 699.95 (save $300) Get Deal Best Gaming Deal Alienware 16X Aurora 16-inch 3K OLED Gaming Laptop 1749.99 (save $825) Get Deal

Black Friday is still a few weeks away, but Best Buy isn't waiting until then to drop exciting deals. The retailer's ad scans are officially live, highlighting an excellent range of items already available to shop ahead of the main event, which starts on Nov. 19.

Checking out the ad scan is a great way to get a head start on your Black Friday shopping list. Thankfully, Best Buy has a stacked schedule this year, so there are plenty of opportunities to save. The retailer launched an early sale this past weekend, but there's no need to worry if you missed it. There are even more new deals set to drop this Friday, Nov. 13, according to a Best Buy blog post.

Credit: Best Buy

Whether you're hoping to score a new TV ahead of the holidays, some headphones, or even snag an Apple device on sale, Best Buy's here to assist. We've gathered just a few of our favorite early offers to help make shopping around feel a little less overwhelming. There's much more still to come. Keep an eye on the ad scans as we inch closer to the big day.

Best TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 65-inch Class R84H Series Micro RGB 4K TV with SamsungVisionAI $999.99 at Best Buy
$2,099.99 Save $1,100.00   Get Deal at Best Buy Why we like it

This 2026 Samsung TV is currently sporting a massive $1,100 price cut at Best Buy ahead of Black Friday, dropping its price from $2,099.99 to $999.99. It's a Micro RGB TV — which offers a wider color spectrum while minimizing color bleed in on-screen scenes — with 4K resolution, a responsive 120Hz refresh rate that delivers smooth picture quality, and Dolby Atmos support for immersive sound. If you're in need of an upgrade, this TV is well worth looking at while it's on sale.

More TV deals

• LG 48-inch Class B6 OLED AI 4K Smart webOS TV — $599.99 $1,199.99 (save $600)

• LG 55-inch Class C6 OLED evo AI 4K Smart webOS TV — $999.99 1,999.99 (save $1,000)

Best headphones deal Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony WH-1000XM6 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones $378 at Best Buy
$458 Save $80   Get Deal at Best Buy Why we like it

The Sony XM6 headphones are our favorite pick for premium sound, with active noise cancellation that's "better than ever" and "noticeable improvements to audio quality." If they've been on your holiday wishlist for this year, you're in luck, as Best Buy's knocked $80 off their price tag right now, bringing them down to $378. This matches where we saw them during Prime Day this year.

More headphones deals

• Beats Studio Pro — $199.99 $299.99 (save $100)

• Apple AirPods Max 2 (USB-C) — $479 $549 (save $70)

Best Apple deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Ultra 3 (GPS+Cellular) $649 at Best Buy
$799 Save $150   Get Deal at Best Buy Why we like it

While the new Apple Watch Ultra 4 may have dropped this year, the Apple Watch Ultra 3 is certainly still worthy of attention, especially with this discount at Best Buy. The retailer has dropped it down to $649 as part of its early holiday deals, which ultimately saves you $150 compared to paying its full price. That's a pretty sweet deal for such a premium smartwatch.

With a titanium case and sapphire crystal display, the Apple Watch Ultra 3 is a durable pick for your wrist. It's stacked with health and fitness features — including a dual-frequency GPS, Heart Rate Zones, a sleep score, tracking for heart rate and irregular heart rhythm, and sleep apnea tracking — that make it a great all-around option for adventurous individuals.

More Apple deals

• Apple MacBook Air 13-inch Laptop (M5 chip, 16GB Memory, 512GB SSD) — $1,149 $1,299 (save $150)

• Apple 11-inch iPad Pro M5 chip Wi-Fi 2TB with OLED Nano-texture Glass — $2,299 $2,399 (save $100)

Best kitchen deal Opens in a new window Credit: De'Longhi De'Longhi Magnifica Duo Fully Automatic Coffee and Espresso Machine $699.95 at Best Buy
$999.95 Save $300   Get Deal at Best Buy Why we like it

The De'Longhi Magnifica Duo was released just this summer and is a great pick-up for coffee aficionados. If you've been on the hunt for an espresso/coffee maker to brighten up your mornings with a tasty brew, it's currently $300 off at Best Buy ahead of Black Friday sales, dropping to $699.95.

It's an impressive machine, with 20 preset hot and iced drink recipes to choose from, including espresso, drip coffee, iced lattes, cold brew, and more. It even comes with LatteCrema Hot and Cool Technologies, which can whip up hot microfoam or cool milk froth for your drinks, making it feel like the coffee shop has moved right into your home.

More kitchen deals

• Ninja UltraCrush Professional Kitchen System — $149.99 $219.99 (save $70)

• Ninja French Door Premier Air Fryer — $199.99 $279.99 (save $80)

Best gaming deal Opens in a new window Credit: Alienware Alienware 16X Aurora 16-inch 3K OLED Gaming Laptop $1,749.99 at Best Buy
$2,574.99 Save $825.00   Get Deal at Best Buy Why we like it

If you're in need of a new gaming laptop or just looking for an upgrade ahead of the holidays, Best Buy has a deal well worth your attention. The retailer has slashed a whopping $825 off the Alienware 16X Aurora 16-inch 3K OLED Gaming Laptop, bringing it down to $1,749.99 from its usual $2,574.99.

It's a serious upgrade, boasting a 16-inch display with 2560 x 1600 resolution for sharp, detailed picture quality, plus a 240Hz refresh rate for smooth, steady gameplay. This model also comes with an Intel Core Ultra 7 Series 2 processor, 16GB of memory, an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 graphics card, and 512GB of storage.

More gaming deals

• LG UltraGear 27-inch QHD Glossy OLED 240Hz Gaming Monitor — $349.99 $499.99 (save $150)

• Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle — $549.99 $587.97 (save $37.98)

Slippers, whiskey stones, and socks. Sure, these might sound like classic man gifts, but they're far from unique. The special guys in your life deserve something with a little more thought. We all know that it isn't that simple, though. Finding unique gifts for men can be a head-scratching exercise — particularly when you're catering for more eclectic, off-the-beaten-path tastes.

To find the perfect present for these types of guys — whether you're buying for your dad, brother, best friend, boyfriend , or husband — you’ll need to do some creative thinking. The trick is to get something they would haven't even thought of buying themselves. These are our picks for the most unique and interesting gift ideas for your favorite man — for Father's Day, birthday gifts, Valentine's Day, Christmas, Hanukkah, anniversaries, or just to say, "Thanks, my guy."

National Sandwich Day took place on Nov. 3, but sandwich lovers have another chance to secure free food this month.

National Fried Chicken Sandwich Day (Nov. 9) is here. We know you've had this date circled in your calendars all year. Forget Thanksgiving and Christmas. This is obviously the date that matters.

A number of popular chains are celebrating this special occasion by launching BOGO offers, limited-edition products, and genuinely free deals. We've scanned the market to bring you a selection of standout promotions.

Check out some of our favorites below:

National Fried Chicken Sandwich Day 2026 food dealsBuffalo Wild Wings

B-Dubs Rewards members can pick up a free classic or spicy chicken sandwich when they pair it with any $10 food or drink purchase.

Burger King

Royal Perks members can get a BOGO offer on the elongated Original Chicken Sandwich, or claim a free Royal Crispy Chicken Sandwich with a qualifying digital purchase of $3 to $5.

Hardee’s

My Rewards members can get a BOGO $1 Hand-Breaded Chicken Sandwich deal valid across Original, Nashville Hot, or bacon-packed BLT builds.

Jollibee

Jollibee Rewards members unlock an instant BOGO deal across all signature chicken sandwiches.

KFC

Place an order of $10 or more on the KFC website or official mobile app to get a free Extra Crispy Chicken Sandwich at checkout.

Krystal

Make a $5+ minimum order, and you’ll automatically unlock a free Original or Spicy Chik sandwich.

McDonald’s

Claim a $2 classic or spicy McCrispy sandwich through the McDonald's app.

Popeyes

Rewards members spending $10 or more online or via the app can snag a free full-size chicken sandwich.

Shake Shack

Spend $10 or more on digital orders and enter coupon code SCARYGOOD at checkout to unlock a free chicken sandwich. The offer is active through Nov. 10.

Super Chix

Loyalty members can get a BOGO chicken sandwich reward, available to claim digitally or scan in-store at participating storefronts.

Tender Greens

Get a free housemade drink when you order a fried chicken sandwich, plate, or bowl with Katsu.

Urban Bird Hot Chicken

Urban Bird is running BOGO chicken sandos all day on Nov. 9, for both dine-in guests and digital carryout orders.

Whataburger

Rewards members ordering digitally through the app on Nov. 9 can score a $2 Signature Whatachick’n or Spicy Chicken Sandwich.

Wingstop

Rewards members can grab a free chicken sandwich in any of the chain’s 12 signature dry rubs or sauces with any qualifying menu purchase through Nov. 9.

Wonder

Wonder is running a BOGO special on Streetbird fried chicken sandwiches across all active regional hubs, accessible directly through the Wonder app.