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The new iOS 27 Shortcuts make it easy to program your own iPhone tricks with natural language. Bridget Carey explains how she used it to wean her from compulsively opening social media and getting lost in scrolling. You might find it better than other apps that limit screen time (and it’s certainly cheaper than using a Brick).

The second World Humanoid Robot Games will kick off this weekend in Beijing, China, gathering tech companies and university groups from around the world to test their robots across 50 events. As such, entrants have been running last-minute tests in preparation for the competition, showcasing some impressive feats — and amusing failures.

Last year's inaugural Games featured over 500 robots from 280 teams, competing in 26 events. These not only included sports such as floor gymnastics and soccer, but also competitions designed to test the robots' capabilities when working in hotel, factory, and hospital scenarios.

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The Games have grown considerably this year, involving 2056 robots presented by 666 teams from across 16 countries. New athletic events such as table tennis, tug of war, and weightlifting have been added, alongside expanded "scenario-based events" like assembling power tools, conducting a fire rescue, and charging an electric car.

They also have varying automation requirements. While human operators are permitted in sporting events like long jump and kickboxing, the humanoid robots are required to act independently in ones such as breakdancing, cheerleading, and the 4x100-metre relay. Though the rules for scenario-based events are less strict, allowing both automation and remote control, the scores for the latter are halved. As such, entrants who submit fully autonomous robots have a definite edge.

Teams have come from across the world to compete. Credit: Jia Tianyong / China News Service / VCG via Getty Images

According to the World Humanoid Robot Games' website, participating robots are to "demonstrate a perfect balance of strength, speed, and flexibility" in the sporting events, while the scenario events will test them "on functionality and adaptability in real-world environments."

"As the world's first multidimensional humanoid robot competition encompassing 'sports + art + application,' the Games adhere to the principles of fair competition, open innovation, safety control, and industrial synergy," the World Humanoid Robot Games states. "Participating teams are encouraged to push athletic boundaries through technological innovation and to explore the infinite possibilities of human–robot coexistence through interdisciplinary collaboration."

The Galbot ET1 is one of the many humanoid robots at this year's Games. Credit: Lintao Zhang / Getty Images

Chinese robotics companies Unitree and X-Humanoid dominated the competition last year, topping the medal tally at 11 and 10 respectively. Of these, Unitree's H1 humanoid robot scored the company's four gold medals in track and field events, while X-Humanoid took two golds in the 100-metre sprint and a factory floor scenario.

Unitree is likely to do well again this year. The company previewed its new "Superman" humanoid robot earlier this week, sharing a video of it jumping approximately 2 metres high as well as running at 12.658 m/s. The top recorded speed reached by world-class sprinter Usain Bolt — credited with being the fastest man in the world —  was 12.42 m/s.

"This new machine has only been in development for a little over three months, with significant room for further improvement in the coming months," Unitree claimed.

Unitree's demonstration combined with last year's performance certainly makes it one to watch, particularly as the new Superman robot seems likely to compete. Earlier this week, robotics expert Eren Chen shared a clip on X that appeared to show Unitree's Superman doing a test run on the World Humanoid Robot Games' track, though it sprinted off course and crashed into some electrical boxes.

While the 2026 World Humanoid Robot Games runs from Aug. 22 to 26, some teams arrived at Beijing's National Speed Skating Oval ahead of time, with videos of their preparations spreading online. Another viral clip Chen shared showed an unidentified humanoid robot running down the track before colliding with a cushioned blue wall. Unfortunately it was unable to catch itself, falling backwards onto its head and apparently breaking at the waist, sending sparks flying.

Robots are expected to dance autonomously. Credit: Kevin Frayer / Getty Images

Judging by such test runs, Chen noted that this year's runners seem to have more difficulty navigating than at last year's event. This may be due to the World Humanoid Robot Games updating the requirements for several track events, changing them from remote-controlled to autonomous.

"Last year, running and dynamic motion control were meaningful because they proved a basic point: before a humanoid can do useful work, it first needs a capable body.  But once that foundation exists, simply making the robot run faster gives you diminishing returns," Chen posted, questioning the value in continuing to make humanoid robots run faster.

"Knowing when to slow down, when to stop, and how to stop safely matters just as much as how fast you can run. That kind of judgment is also part of what makes a robot actually intelligent…. At the end of the day, our goal is to have a robot that can safely and reliably work around people and actually get things done."

Tug of war is a new event added this year. Credit: Fred Lee / Getty Images

That isn't to say that the 2025 World Humanoid Robot Games were without mishaps. Several robots reportedly did not finish or even leave the starting line in last year's opening race, with at least one competitor falling and losing an arm. Meanwhile, a robot fell and tripped several others during a soccer game, while a kickboxing robot sent itself to the floor after disrupting its own balance with a roundhouse kick. Even so, such incidents no doubt provide valuable data and learning experiences for the humanoid robots' development teams.

It's unlikely that those in the U.S. will get to see such humanoid robots in person any time soon. The U.S. government banned all new foreign-made mobile robots from the country last month, including robot vacuums. If you do happen to be in Beijing this weekend, attendance at the World Humanoid Robot Games is open to the public, with tickets starting from ¥98 (approximately $14.50).

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TL;DR: The Samsung 27-inch Odyssey G5 (G51F) QHD gaming monitor is on sale for $149.99 at Amazon, down from its $221.99 typical price..

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Putting together a 1440p gaming setup can get expensive once you start considering higher refresh rates, but one of Samsung’s more affordable Odyssey displays has just dropped back to an especially tempting price at Amazon.

As of Aug. 21, you can buy the Samsung 27-inch Odyssey G5 (G51F) gaming monitor for a new low price of $149.99 at Amazon. With $72 cut off the $221.99 typical price, you’re getting a 32% discount — and it's the lowest price we’ve seen for this model yet, confirmed with price tracker camelcamelcamel.

Amazon is both selling and shipping the display directly, with free delivery currently estimated for Aug. 26. Prime members can get it considerably quicker, with delivery showing for Aug. 22 at the time of this writing. Free 30-day returns or replacements are included as well. 

That $150 price gets you a 27-inch VA panel running at 2560 x 1440 QHD resolution. With that, you’re getting 1.7 times the pixel density of Full HD for a much sharper display all-around. 

When mixed in with the Odyssey G5’s 180Hz refresh rate, alongside a 1 millisecond moving picture response time (MPRT), you’ll be equipped for any fast-paced shooter like Fortnite, racing titles like Rocket League, or a single-player adventure along the lines of Crimson Desert — pairing fluid movement with lovely visuals all in one. 

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AMD FreeSync is also on hand to cut down on tearing, lag, and stuttering with compatible hardware, while HDR10 brings brighter highlights and more detail into darker scenes — making any game, TV show, or movie you watch pop even more. 

Samsung has rounded things out on this particular monitor with Black Equalizer for improving visibility in shadows, Virtual Aim Point for adding an on-screen crosshair, and Auto Source Switch+ for jumping between connected devices automatically. 

The height-adjustable stand can also tilt and pivot, giving you considerably more flexibility than many budget monitors around this price. 

For any gamers willing to spend a bit more, the QHD-OLED Acer Predator (X27U F5) monitor is on sale at $300 off.  Meanwhile, the 32-inch version of the Samsung Odyssey G5 gaming monitor is also on sale for only $50 more. 

On this episode of Say More, Entertainment Editor Kristy Puchko sat down with writer, comedian, musician, linedancer, and baker Demi Adejuyigbe!

Adejuyigbe most recently released their comedy special on Dropout entitled, Demi Adejuyigbe Is Going To Do One (1) Backflip. "I describe the special as a one-man variety show. It feels like circus, but it's just me. The show developed in a very roundabout way. It's essentially a compilation of bits that I had done at different shows. Eventually I was just like, I'm gonna do a show where I compile all of those bits into one thing."

Puchko and Demi's dive into their creative beginnings on from Vine: "I was doing a lot of videos with friends while I was either at college or just at home in high school. You have a platform that limits you in some way. Then you sort of realize what you like and then you try to using the platform to use that and do something that's interesting to you."

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Demi Adejuyigbe: Is Going to Do One (1) Backflip is now streaming on Dropout.

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The best deals in TCL's Back to School sale Best budget pick TCL Tab 8 Gen 2 $116 Get Deal Best tablet deal TAB A1 Plus $189.99 (Save $90) Get Deal Best phone deal 60 XE NXTPAPER 5G $199.98 (Save $85.01) Get Deal Best for power users NXTPAPER 70 Pro $349.99 (Save $80) Get Deal Best for note-taking TCL Note A1 NXTPAPER $499.98 (Save $100.01) Get Deal

Back to school means back to screen time, whether that's note-taking, catching up on lectures, or scrolling between classes. TCL's Back to School sale is knocking up to 30% off its whole NXTPAPER lineup, tablets and phones built with a matte, paper-like display that cuts glare and blue light without losing color or clarity.

The sale runs through Sept. 1, and prices start as low as $116. Students can even stack an extra 5% off sitewide through StudentBeans, the free student discount platform.

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The Tab A1 Plus has a 12.2-inch 2.4K display and a 3:2 aspect ratio, so there's more room to read, write, and multitask than the standard widescreen tablets most students are used to. The 120Hz refresh rate keeps scrolling and note-taking feeling smooth, and TÜV Rheinland-certified low blue light plus DC dimming mean it's built for the marathon study sessions where regular screens start to strain the eyes.

The Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chip and LPDDR5 memory handle multitasking between apps without slowing down, which helps when you're bouncing between lecture notes, a PDF textbook, and Spotify.

And at under a pound in a metal unibody, it's light enough to carry around campus all day, with IP54 splash resistance so a spilled coffee doesn't end your semester early.

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• NXTPAPER 14 — $349.99 $469.99 (save $120)

• NXTPAPER Note A1 — $499.99 $599.99 (save $100)

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According to NXTPAPER, the 60 XE NXTPAPER 5G display filters 61% more blue light than a typical screen, which helps when you're staring at it between classes all day, and the matte finish stays readable outdoors without the glare.

You're also getting a 120Hz refresh rate, a 50MP camera setup, and a 5,010 mAh battery that should get you through a full day of lectures. Pair that with 5G, 256GB of storage, and an extra 5% off through StudentBeans, and it's an easy phone to recommend for students this fall.

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August has been a busy month for celestial events. From the recent solar eclipse, the Perseids meteor shower, and now a partial lunar eclipse will be gracing our skies.

Visible across much of North America this week, sky-gazers will have the chance to watch Earth's shadow creep across the surface of the full moon. Want to find out more? Keep reading to know when to look up and what to know about the event.

When is the lunar eclipse?

The partial lunar eclipse will take place on Aug. 27–28, 2026, according to Time and Date. It begins on the evening of Aug. 27 and peaks in the early hours of Aug. 28. Timings will vary based on your location, but NASA estimates it to be around 12:13 a.m. ET.

What is a lunar eclipse?

According to NASA, a lunar eclipse happens when the Earth moves between the Sun and the Moon, causing the Moon to pass through Earth's shadow. Lunar eclipses can only happen during a full moon, when the three bodies are aligned closely enough for Earth's shadow to fall across the lunar surface.

This is only a partial eclipse. During a partial lunar eclipse, only a portion of the moon passes through Earth’s shadow. From Earth, the shadowed area can appear noticeably darker against the illuminated part of the moon. Exactly how the eclipse looks depends on the alignment of the Sun, Earth, and Moon.

A total lunar eclipse occurs when the Sun, Earth, and Moon line up, with Earth directly between the other two. The moon still receives a small amount of sunlight, but that light has to travel through Earth's atmosphere first. The atmosphere scatters much of the blue light, allowing more red and orange light to reach the moon, which is why it can look reddish.

How to see the lunar eclipse

Thankfully, unlike a solar eclipse, a lunar eclipse is completely safe to watch with the naked eye, so you don't need special glasses or equipment.

The best way to see it is nice and easy: just head somewhere with a clear view of the sky and as little light pollution as possible. Look toward the moon as the eclipse gets underway, and you'll see Earth's shadow gradually cover part of its surface.

Binoculars or a telescope will give you a closer look, but they aren’t necessary if you don’t have access to either.

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TL;DR: The Magic: The Gathering Marvel Super Heroes Commander Deck Bundle is on sale for $184.95 at Amazon, down from its $299.96 list price.

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Magic: The Gathering’s complete Marvel Super Heroes Commander lineup has kept getting cheaper since launch, and Amazon has now taken another sizeable chunk out of the price of all four decks in one go. 

As of Aug. 21, the Magic: The Gathering Marvel Super Heroes Commander Deck Bundle has been slashed in price to $184.95 at Amazon. Usually selling for $299.96, this saves you $115.01 with a 38% discount — and is the lowest we’ve seen yet, confirmed with price tracker camelcamelcamel. 

It's also exactly $25 below the previous $209.95 record low we covered in July. At the time of writing, this bundle can get delivered to you as soon as Aug. 24 if you’re a Prime member, but keep in mind that Amazon is marking this product as a final sale with no returns. 

What’s more, you’re getting this Marvel Super Heroes 4-Commander Deck Bundle for under market price — sliding below the $187.51 estimation at TCGplayer. Plus, TCGplayer’s own listings only go as low as $187.79 when shipping costs are factored in, so you’re getting the best deal on Amazon by $2.84. 

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Inside the trading card game’s bundle are Avengers Assemble, Wakanda Forever, The Fantastic Four, and Doom Prevails, giving you four complete 100-card Commander decks ready to play straight from the box. 

Each deck packs 30 cards new to Magic: The Gathering, 10 double-sided token cards, a deck box, strategy guide, and reference card. Avengers Assemble, Wakanda Forever, and Doom Prevails each include one Traditional Foil Borderless commander, while The Fantastic Four gets four, covering every member of Marvel's First Family. 

For even more from this expansion, you can also grab the 30-pack MTG’s Marvel Super Heroes Play Booster Box at over $80 off on Amazon. The Marvel Super Heroes Bundle hits a record-low price at $10 off, too. 

SAVE $70: As of Aug. 21, Yeti Hopper M Series portable coolers are on sale for $280 at Amazon. That's a 20% discount on the list price.

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Keeping drinks and food cold when you’re out for the day can be difficult. A decent cooler takes some of the hassle out of it, especially when you’re spending a long day outdoors. But finding one that's actually good is another story.

Enter the Yeti Hopper M Series. This soft cooler is designed to keep your food and drinks cold without the bulk of a traditional hard-sided cooler, making it a practical and space-saving option.

And as of Aug. 21, it's on sale with $70 off the list price. This brings the cost down to $280. However, it's worth noting that this deal only applies to the venom, blossom, big wave blue, and wild vine red colorways.

The Yeti cooler is also designed with a handy wide-mouth opening that stays open when you need to load it up, and then seals closed with a gentle push. It even has features like MagShield Access that uses magnets to create a leak-resistant seal (is anything worse than coffee leaking out all over your car seats?).

It is built with a high-density DryHide shell that's designed to withstand punctures and UV rays, and closed-cell foam insulation helps keep contents cold.

This deal is available at Amazon right now.

SAVE $10.50: As of Aug. 21, the Yeti Rambler 35 oz Straw Mug is on sale for $31.50 at Amazon. That's a 25% discount on the list price.

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Staying hydrated is a whole lot easier when you have a decent cup in hand. A big reusable mug means fewer trips to the tap and less need to keep refilling throughout the day.

There's a reason big straw mugs went viral on social media. If you've yet to fall for the craze, maybe this latest Amazon deal on the Yeti Rambler 35 oz Straw Mug will sway you.

Currently down to $31.50, this is the best-ever price for this Yeti mug (according to camelcamelcamel). You'll save $10.50 and stay hydrated, a win-win.

You can also choose from a wide range of colors, including subtle options like black or white, or colorful choices like tropical pink or rescue red.

It's a practical choice, too, designed to fit in most cupholders, so it's ideal for commuting, travel, and long road trips. Its wide, reusable straw makes it easy to sip iced coffee, sweet tea, water, and other cold drinks, and it's insulated, too.

The welded handle gives you a comfortable grip for carrying, so take it with you on a walk or to the gym for working out. It's also dishwasher safe, so it's easy to clean.

Get this Yeti deal at Amazon now.

The best deals in Sony's Back to School sale Best budget pick Sony WH-CH520 $39.99 (Save $30) Get Deal Best speaker deal Sony ULT Field 5 $189.99 (save $160) Get Deal Best earbuds deal Sony WF-1000XM6 $298 (Save $31.99) Get Deal Best headphones deal Sony WH-1000XM6 $398 (save $61.99) Get Deal Best gaming gear deal Sony 27-inch INZONE M9 II Gaming Monitor $749.99 (Save $200) Shop Now

Back to school means a new backpack, a new schedule, and probably a new pair of headphones after last semester's finally gave out.

Sony's Back to School sale is discounting a big chunk of its audio and gaming lineup, from noise-canceling headphones to portable speakers to Inzone gaming gear, with savings up to $200 — deals are valid through Sept. 7.

Whether you need something to drown out your noisy dorm, a speaker for the room, or a headset for late-night gaming between study sessions, there's a deal worth grabbing here.

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The ULT Field 5's biggest selling point is bass you can actually feel — the dedicated ULT button kicks in extra boost modes that turn any room into a party, no aux cord required. It's IP67 waterproof and dustproof, so it can handle a backyard hangout or a dorm party, and the shoulder strap makes it easy to grab and bring wherever you're headed.

Battery life stands out, too — 25 hours per charge easily outlasts a party, and a 10-minute quick charge adds 2 more hours if you forgot to plug it in overnight.

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Sony's WF-1000XM6 earbuds get their noise cancellation from the new HD Noise Canceling Processor QN3e, which is three times faster than the chip in the previous XM5 model, and the Adaptive NC Optimizer adjusts in real time depending on your environment. Sound quality holds up too, with Hi-Res Audio via LDAC and studio-level tuning co-developed with mastering engineers, according to Sony.

They're also built for actual daily use: an IPX4 rating handles sweat and splashes, up to 24 hours of battery life means fewer mid-day charging scrambles, and dual beamforming mics with AI noise reduction keep calls clear even on a busy campus.

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The WH-1000XM6 runs on a new chip, the HD Noise Canceling Processor QN3, which Sony says is seven times faster than the one in the older XM5 model, and it uses that speed across 12 microphones to block out background noise as it happens.

Calls hold up well thanks to a six-mic system that picks out your voice and cuts background noise, even in loud places like a train platform or a busy street.

Since you might be wearing these for hours, comfort matters: The headband is wide and soft, made of synthetic leather, and the headphones fold down into a compact case for travel. Battery life is rated at up to 30 hours, and if you're in a rush, a three-minute charge gets you about three hours of playback.

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• WH-CH520 Wireless Headphones — $39.99 $69.99 (save $30)

• WH-CH720N Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones — $99.99 $179.99 (save $80)

• WH-1000XM5 Premium Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones — $199.99 $399.99 (save $200)

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The M9 II is a 4K 160Hz monitor with Full Array Local Dimming and VESA DisplayHDR 600 certification, so contrast and color hold up whether you're gaming or just working on a spreadsheet between classes.

A 1 millisecond response time and backlight scanning keep motion blur down during fast-paced games, and it's built to pair with a PS5 as much as a gaming PC. The low-profile stand also means it won't eat up your whole desk, which matters if you're working with a dorm-sized setup.

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

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

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

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

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A young female horse

Hurdle Word 1 answer

FILLY

Hurdle Word 2 hint

Something pointless.

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INANE

Hurdle Word 3 hint

Used to print books and newspapers.

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PRESS

Hurdle Word 4 hint

Not here.

Hurdle Word 4 answer

There

Final Hurdle hint

A lyric or part of a poem might be this.

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VERSE

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Rosie O'Donnell concluded her Jimmy Kimmel Live! guest-hosting week with a musical middle finger to Donald Trump.

A longtime critic of the president, the comedian and screen legend has been starting every nightly monologue with a thinly veiled dig at Trump. On Monday, O'Donnell called the president "Mango Mussolini." On Tuesday, "President Oompa J. Loompa." On Wednesday, "President Petty Roosevelt." And on Thursday, the host paid tribute to the "Hungry, Hungry Hypocrite in the White House" with a ditty.

To close the monologue, O'Donnell sang a parody of the traditional folk song "Danny Boy," a song often associated with her new home of Ireland, and it's pure cinema.

"Poor Donny Boy, your polls, your polls are falling / Your reflecting pool is green as Mountain Dew / Your wig's a mess, your ballroom is appalling / And with Iran, you bit off more than you can chew," O'Donnell sings.

"But there's a way to end this job / It's time to use that stable genius brain / Since we all know you'll never be Obama / Why not resign and make this country great again?"

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The best deals in Nectar's Labor Day sale Best budget mattress deal Nectar Classic Memory Foam Twin Mattress $349 (save $694) Get Deal Best mattress deal Nectar Classic Memory Foam Queen Mattress $699 (save $916) Get Deal Best for custom comfort Premier Adjustable Base and Mattress Set $1,398 (save $2,536) Get Deal Best bundle deal Bamboo Bed Frame and Mattress Bundle $1,447 (save $2,764) Get Deal

Labor Day is one of the best times of year to buy a new mattress, and Nectar's sale is evidence of that. Right now, you can save up to 50% on mattresses and up to 66% on bundles, with prices starting at $349 for a limited time.

Bundles include a bed frame and bedding, so if your whole sleep setup could use a refresh, not just the mattress, this is the moment to do it.

Here's what's worth grabbing.

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The Nectar Classic strikes the medium-firm balance that works for most sleepers, whether you're a back sleeper, side sleeper, or a good mix. The contouring memory foam relieves pressure on your back and hips instead of just sinking flat, and the cool-to-the-touch cover means you're not waking up sweaty at 3 a.m., which can be more common with memory foam than people expect.

Five layers packed into 12 inches give the Nectar Classic real support without feeling like you're sleeping on a marshmallow, and it's fiberglass-free with CertiPUR-US-certified foams, so you know exactly what you're sleeping on.

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Best bundle deal Opens in a new window Credit: Nectar Bamboo Bed Frame and Mattress Bundle $1,447 at Nectar
$4,211 Save $2,764   Get Deal Why we like it

The Bamboo bed frame and mattress bundle gets you a full sleep setup in one order: your choice of Nectar mattress, a solid bamboo bed frame, and a bedding set with sheets, pillows, and a mattress protector.

The frame is built with traditional Japanese joinery, so there are no nails and no tools involved, just interlocking pieces that slide together in minutes. It's also engineered for quiet, sturdy support, so you won't end up with a bed frame that creaks every time you move.

More bundle and bedroom set deals

• Socalle Bedroom Set — $946 $1,331 (save $385)

• Calverson Bedroom Set - Platform Bed Frame and Nightstands — $1,105 $1,811 (save $706)

• Cadmori Complete Bedroom Set — $1,197 $1,438 (save $241)

• Mornington Bundle — $1,228 $3,096 (save $1,868)

• Lumea Bedroom Set - Platform Bed and Nightstands — $1,497 $2,054 (save $557)

TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Pitch Black Booster Bundle is on sale for $39.99 at Amazon, down from the previous $50.98 list price.

Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Pitch Black Booster Bundle $39.99 at Amazon
$50.98 Save $10.99   Get Deal

Pitch Black Booster Bundles have finally settled into a much friendlier price range after some sharp fluctuations since the Pokémon TCG expansion’s launch, and Amazon has once again pushed the six-pack box below $40. 

As of Aug. 21, the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Pitch Black Booster Bundle is now available to buy for $39.99 at Amazon. Against the $50.98 price we've previously seen for this box, that takes $10.99 off the total for a 22% discount and works out to roughly $6.67 per booster pack before tax. 

Better still, this listing is sold and shipped directly by Amazon rather than a marketplace seller. Free delivery is set for as soon as Sept. 12 at the time of writing, although Amazon marks the Booster Bundle as a final sale, so it can't be returned after purchase. 

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If getting the lowest possible checkout price matters more, TCGplayer currently beats Amazon by a small margin.  At the dedicated trading card retailer, against the Pitch Black Booster Bundle’s market price of $36.11, unopened listings start at $38.07 with shipping included — shaving another $1.92 off and bringing each of the six packs down to about $6.35. 

Whichever retailer you choose, the Booster Bundle contains six sealed packs from the Mega Evolution set’s titular Pitch Black expansion. The most valuable pulls worth up to $200 include SIR Mega Darkrai ex, MHR Mega Darkrai ex, and SIR Morpeko ex — though you can also buy any card individually on TCGplayer, too. 

For more packs from this expansion, the Pokémon TCG's Pitch Black 3 Booster Pack Blister is now under $25 at Amazon, too. Plus, the Chaos Rising 3-Pack Blister is now only $24.99. 

TL;DR: Sign up for a 7-day free trial of Apple TV+ through Prime Video Channels to watch select F1 races for free. Watch the Dutch GP for free with the Prime Video app.

Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Apple TV Prime Video Channel Watch the Dutch GP for free with a 7-day trial Shop Now

How have you coped during F1's 2026 summer break? Have you retreated to a safe space and restlessly stared at the calendar, counting down the days to the Dutch GP? No? Just me then.

The good news for the F1 obsessed is that it's finally back this weekend. The Dutch GP picks up where the Hungarian GP left off, with so many unanswered questions about where this season is heading. Antonelli still holds a comfortable lead over his rivals, but this season has already thrown out plenty of surprises, and we would be foolish to think that this season is decided. There's a lot of racing still to come.

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If you want to watch F1 2026 for free from anywhere in the world, we've got all the information you need.

When is the Dutch GP?

The Dutch GP is the 12th race of the 2026 F1 season. Here's the full schedule from Zandvoort:

• Practice 1 — 6:30-7:30 a.m. ET on Aug. 21

• Sprint Qualifying — 10:30-11:14 a.m. ET on Aug. 21

• Sprint — 6-7 a.m. ET on Aug. 22

• Qualifying — 10-11 a.m. ET on Aug. 22

• Race — 9 a.m. ET on Aug. 23

Fans can follow all the action from this race weekend without spending anything.

How to watch the Dutch GP for free

An Amazon Prime subscription delivers fast shipping, Prime Day discounts, and access to the Prime Video library. For F1 fans in the U.S., Prime Video is a bit of a hack. Apple TV holds exclusive U.S. broadcasting rights for F1, and you can sign up for a seven-day free trial of Apple TV directly through Prime Video Channels.

That trial gives you full access to stream select races — including this weekend's Dutch Grand Prix — for free. While the subscription rolls over to $12.99 per month after seven days, you can cancel the automatic renewal function in your settings and still stream the entire race weekend for free.

Of course, if you're already paying for Amazon Prime, calling it "completely free" is open to interpretation. But if you don't have an active membership, Amazon offers a 30-day free trial for new users. Stacking that Prime trial with the seven-day Apple TV channel trial means you are genuinely spending nothing to stream the race.

If you've already made use of this sneaky trick, you still have a few solid workarounds:

• Apple TV: New standalone subscribers qualify for a direct seven-day free trial through Apple's app.

• Apple One: If you want more than just streaming, the Apple One tier packages Apple TV alongside Apple Music, Apple Arcade, Apple Fitness+, Apple News+, and 50GB of iCloud storage — and it comes with a full one-month free trial ($19.95 per month after the promotional period).

• Apple: The most generous Apple TV offer is tied to new hardware purchases. Buying an eligible iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple TV grants new subscribers three months of free service. You obviously have to spend money on hardware, but if you were already planning an upgrade, it effectively unlocks a massive chunk of the F1 season for free.

Best Labor Day outdoor deals at a glance: Best power station deal Anker Solix C300 $199.99 (save $50) Shop Now Best cooler deal Ninja FrostVault $169.99 (save $30) Shop Now Best backyard deal Govee Smart Outdoor String Lights 2 $129.99 (save $60) Shop Now

Summer is winding down, but that doesn't mean the fun is ending. Now that summer temps tend to lean more toward sweltering than comfortable, fall gatherings are the new summer. That means we still have plenty of time for backyard barbecues, putting an inflatable pool on the patio, and spending a weekend camping.

In more good news, retail trends still think we're winding down with the outdoor activities. That means this is the perfect time to make upgrades with sale prices and still get plenty of use before packing it all away for winter.

If you've been thinking about getting a portable power station for camping, refreshing the inflatable pool toys, or finally getting a backyard projector, consider this is a great time to be shopping. Here are some of our favorite Labor Day outdoor deals at Amazon that'll arrive at your doorstep before the long holiday weekend.

Best portable power station deal Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Solix Anker Solix C300 $199.99 at Amazon
$249.99 Save $50   Get Deal Why we like it

Camping trips don't have to mean disconnecting, unless you want to. But if you'd rather keep in touch, a portable power station is perfect for keeping phones and other devices charged. The Anker Solix C300 comes with 288Wh and four USB-C ports. Anker mentions the capacity of the Solix C300 can recharge a phone about 19 times. Plus, the built-in light is perfect for the campground.

Best cooler deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja FrostVault $169.99 at Amazon
$199.99 Save $30   Get Deal Why we like it

Ninja makes some of Mashable's favorite kitchen appliances, and the FrostVault cooler has been a favorite since it launched last year. Unlike most coolers, Ninja added a dry storage drawer to the cooler, ensuring there's a dedicated space that'll keep food cool and dry. It's perfect for easy access to road trip sandwiches and snacks.

The 30-quart Ninja FrostVault is on sale on Amazon ahead of Labor Day for $169.99. With 15 pounds of ice, this size can fit 26 cans.

Best backyard deal Opens in a new window Credit: Govee Govee Smart Outdoor String Lights 2 $129.99 at Amazon
$189.99 Save $60   Get Deal Why we like it

Light up the backyard, patio, or balcony with the Govee Smart Outdoor String Lights 2. The 144-foot pack is on sale on Amazon for only $129.99 and comes with 45 bulbs. The Govee lights carry an IP65 waterproof rating, so you won't need to worry about them getting wet in fall rainstorms. Govee makes some of the best outdoor lights that are sure to impress your neighbors.

More outdoor deals

• Funboy Giant Inflatable Chaise Lounger Pool Float — $36.47 $69 (save $32.53)

• JBL PartyBox Encore Essential 2 Portable Speaker — $249.95 $329.95 (save $80)

• Yeti Hopper M Series Portable Soft Cooler — $280 $530 (save $70)

• Jetboil Genesis Basecamp Backpacking and Camping Stove System — $345.94 $449.99 (save $104.05)

• Dometic Recon Hardside Cooler — $337.96 $425 (save $87.04)

• XGIMI MoGo 4 Portable Projector — $399 $499 (save $100)

• AWOL Valerion 200-inch Outdoor Projector Screen — $999 $1,199 (save $200)

• Nebula X1 4K Laser Projector — $2,299 $2,999 (save $700)

TL;DR: On Aug. 22, Best Buy is marking its 60th anniversary with a limited-quantity, in-store-only deal: a $100 Best Buy Gift Card for $60. It's capped at one per customer, with a minimum of 50 gift cards guaranteed per store.

Opens in a new window Credit: Best Buy Best Buy 60th Anniversary Sale Get a $100 Best Buy Gift Card for $60 — in stores only, one per customer, while supplies last. Learn More

Best Buy's 60th anniversary sale has already kicked off, but the celebration hits a new gear on Saturday, Aug. 22, with a one-day, in-store-only Anniversary Day event. This event includes a $100 Best Buy Gift Card for just $60, available exclusively at physical stores — no online shopping, no browsing ahead of time.

The gift card is capped at one per customer. Stores are guaranteed a minimum of 50 anniversary gift cards each, though exact inventory will vary by location. Since quantities are limited, Best Buy is advising shoppers to get there early — some locations may even use a line management system and hand out tickets if crowds build up.

SEE ALSO: Shop TVs during Best Buy's 60th Anniversary Sale — save on LG OLEDs, Hisense, and Samsung

Best Buy has confirmed there won't be rainchecks for anyone who can't make it Saturday, and the gift card deal doesn't qualify for the Price Match Guarantee, even though you're buying it directly in-store. In other words, if you snag the $100 card for $60, that's locked in — but miss the day, and it's gone.

One day, limited stock, no second chances — you know the drill.

Best Labor Day mattress deals at a glance: Best mattress deal Naturepedic Serenade Organic Latex Hybrid (Queen) $1,599.20 (save $439.80) Shop Now Best bedding deal Purple Harmony Pillow $194 (save $35) Shop Now

Sleep is a key component of a healthy lifestyle. It sounds like a simple thing: get into bed, close your eyes, and drift off to sleep. Unfortunately, many of us face a wide range of issues that prevent us from getting restorative sleep. A huge contributor to poor sleep is an old or uncomfortable mattress.

Even beds that come with a lifetime warranty aren't meant to last forever. If your current bed is sagging or you wake up with aches and pains that weren't there the night before, it's probably time for a new mattress. While you're at it, it's smart to refresh the bedding. A supportive pillow and breathable sheets can make a world of difference when it comes to bedtime comfort.

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Labor Day mattress and bedding sales are already live, and some take hundreds off bedroom essentials like mattresses, bed frames, and sheets. Check out some of our favorite Labor Day sleep deals below. And if what's keeping you awake is a snoring partner, check the Mashable guide to the best sleep earbuds.

Best mattress deal Opens in a new window Credit: Naturepedic Naturepedic Serenade Organic Latex Hybrid (Queen) $1,559.20 at Naturepedic
$1,999 Save $439.80   Get Deal Why we like it

Designed to work with all sleeper types, the Naturepedic Serenade Hybrid Mattress combines pressure-relieving latex with the support of coils. Plus, there's an organic cotton cover to enhance breathability.

Naturepedic offers this mattress in three firmness levels: plush, cushion-firm, and firm, so there's a great match for every sleeper. All materials in the organic bed are free from flame retardants, fiberglass, and glues. It also comes with a 100-night sleep trial, so you have over three months to make sure the mattress feels comfortable.

More mattress deals

• Avocado: Save up to 20% on organic mattresses

• Bear: Take 35% off sitewide + get free sleep accessories with a new mattress

• Brooklyn Bedding: Take 25% off sitewide and 30% off dorm essentials

• Casper: Save up to 30% on mattresses and 35% off on bundles

• Coyuchi: Take 20% off natural mattresses

• DreamCloud: Save up to 60% on mattresses and 66% on bundles

• Eight Sleep: Take up to $500 off Pods and accessories

• Tuft & Needle: Save 25% on all bundles

• Purple: Take up to $800 a mattress and base

• Saatva: Take up to $650 off mattresses or up to $750 off bundles

Best bedding deal Opens in a new window Credit: Purple Purple Harmony Pillow $194 at Amazon
$229 Save $35   Get Deal Why we like it

If you told me several years ago that I would be telling everyone I know to buy a pillow that costs over $200, I'd say you were lying. But as it turns out, a $229 pillow relieved my neck and shoulder pain. Since I was dropping who knows how much money on doctors' appointments, PT, and magic balms to calm the pain, the price tag was well worth it for me.

In time for a Labor Day refresh, the Purple Harmony pillow is on sale at Amazon for $194. It comes in three thickness levels and uses Purple's GelFlex Grid with responsive latex to provide pressure relief. The result is a pillow that's extra supportive in all sleeping positions, doesn't flatten, and stays cool all night.

More bedding deals

• Baloo: Save $30 on weighted throw blanket + cotton duvet cover bundle

• Cozy Earth: Take 20% off bundles

• Ettitude: Take up to 25% off sitewide and an extra 25% off final sale

• Eli & Elm: Buy one pillow, get a second at 50% off

• Fluff Co.: Save up to 20% on bundles

• Naturepedic: Take 20% off organic bedding

• Mellow Sleep: Take up to 50% off sitewide

• Pluto Pillow: Save $25 on pillow and pillowcase bundles

• Silk & Snow: Take 20% off all bedding

Whatever that was, Spa Weekend at least respects the blooper reel.

Jon Lucas and Scott Moore's frankly terrible comedy gifts audiences who manage to remain seated until the end with the once-mighty inclusion, a stream of gaffs and bloopers from the shoot.

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Spa Weekend follows four childhood friends (including one they all hate), burned out from work and parenting, treating themselves to a luxury spa weekend on the Californian coast. But while the film presents a dated lineup of subpar bits and bachelorettecore needle drops, the blooper reel is where the real comedy lives. Blooper reels used to be quintessential for comedies in the '90s and '00s — Lucas and Moore's own The Hangover films and Bad Moms came with blooper reels — but they're now mainly TV territory.

It's here, we get to see the comedy finesse of cast members Isla Fisher and Michelle Buteau, as well as some fun moments from co-stars Anna Faris and Leslie Mann. Fisher, in particular, rolls out some deeply Australian improv gold, which is actually worth sticking around for. These scenes make it awkwardly obvious that Spa Weekend's illustrious cast far outshines the film's half-baked script.

Remember fun? Was that what we were supposed to be having for the last two hours? For a film so determined to Woo Woo Wellness Girlbossification its way through tired takes on meditation, goat yoga, and dildos through to a message about female friendship and empowerment or something, it's deeply unfunny.

Thank f*ck for the outtakes, though.

Spa Weekend is now in cinemas.

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