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Meta announced Monday that it will roll out its age-estimation technology globally. The move puts millions more teens around the world into Teen Accounts settings on Instagram, the company said in a blog post. 

In April 2025, Meta began using AI technology to detect teens on Instagram, even if they'd used an adult age upon opening an account. Once identified, teens are proactively put into Meta's safest settings, which are designed to limit inappropriate content. 

This month, parents in the U.S. will begin seeing a video in their Instagram feed explaining how teens are placed in age-appropriate protections.

SEE ALSO: European Commission advises TikTok to redesign FYP or risk fines

"We’ll continue to do our part to proactively ensure teens are in age-appropriate experiences on our apps," the blog post said.

Still, Meta has spent the year under fire for its ability to protect young users. 

In March, the company lost a case brought by the state of New Mexico, which alleged that Meta's design features helped pedophiles sexually exploit children on Meta platforms. A jury found Meta liable for misleading consumers about endangering children and the safety of its platforms. Meta, which said it would fight the decision, was ordered to pay nearly $950 billion in related penalties. 

In August, Meta made a $12 billion settlement with dozens of state attorneys general in a trial over whether the social media company had designed addictive platforms.

Credit: Meta

As part of the settlement, Meta agreed to implement new platform design features and recommit to industry-standard child safety measures, including daily time limits, screen time options like night mode, and stronger age assurance measures. The company also called on competitors TikTok, Snapchat, and YouTube to agree to the settlement terms, at which time Meta would pay another $5 billion. On Monday, Meta again asked TikTok and YouTube to adopt the same practices.

"We’ve set a strong standard for age assurance, but unless other companies follow suit, teens remain inconsistently protected online, defeating the purpose of these laws," wrote Meta. 

Meta's proposed fixes were met with general approval from online child safety groups, despite continued criticism of the company's Teen Accounts. 

Months prior to the settlement, Meta expanded Teen Accounts to all Meta platform users globally. At the time, the tech giant explained it was exploring additional ways to reinforce age-appropriate content moderation and repetitive, personalized algorithms. 

Meanwhile, governments around the world have begun cracking down on social media access for teens, including Australia's complete social media ban for users under 16. Other countries — as well as some U.S. states — have passed laws reinforcing age-gaited platforms and requiring social media platforms enact age assurance measures. Last week, Meta sued the California attorney general in order to block a new law designed to reduce youth social media addiction.

Meta said that its services "collectively enable billions of people around the world to share ideas, offer support, [and] discuss important topics." The company argued that the law, set to get into effect in January, would "make it unlawful for Meta to disseminate speech to minors altogether." 

Need some holiday gift ideas? Consider taking some inspiration from your fellow cybersurfers. Today, Google unveiled the 2026 edition of the Holiday 100, its annual gift guide featuring the most-searched products of the year.

According to a company blog post, this year's Holiday 100 picks range from "viral sensations that broke the internet," like squishy toys and red light masks, "to nostalgic styles making a massive comeback" (think turntables and roller skates). Content essentials like podcast mics and portable ring lights have also gained ground as the creator economy continues to grow at a rapid pace.

SEE ALSO: Mashable announces inaugural Gift of the Year winners for 2026

"With over a billion shopping searches across Google every day, we get a front-row seat to what’s actually topping everyone’s wish lists," Google said.

Many of Google's picks happen to overlap with Mashable's gift guides, including our inaugural Gift of the Year list, which features the best products we've tested over the past year. Here are the 15 top Holiday 100 picks we recommend, in no particular order. (Notably, some are already on sale ahead of Black Friday.)

To see the full Google Holiday 100 list for 2026, visit g.co/holiday100.

1. An air fryer Ninja Crispi 4-in-1 Glass Air Fryer $159.99 at Amazon
$179.99 Save $20 Just when you might've thought the air fryer craze was over, searches for them grew by 60 percent this year. The colorful and portable Ninja Crispi, which has glass cooking containers that double as leftover storage, is one of our Gifts of the Year. Shop Now at Amazon 2. An LED face mask Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark CryoGlow LED Face Mask $349.99 at Amazon
Last year Google saw increased searches for red light masks, and this year, interest in anti-wrinkle devices jumped by 75 percent, according to Google. We still stand by the Shark CryoGlow, another Gift of the Year winner. It features cooling eye pads and three different kinds of LED lights that can target both fine lines and pimples. Shop Now at Amazon 3. A fitness tracker Google Fitbit Air $99.99 at Amazon
Google noticed a 155 percent jump in searches for fitness trackers within the past year. (Run clubs are still all the rage, it seems.) Our reviewer called the screenless Google Fitbit Air "the most comfortable fitness tracker I've ever worn." And at just $100, it's way more affordable than a fancy smartwatch. Shop Now at Amazon 4. A record player Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony PS-LX3BT Wireless Bluetooth Turntable $348
$399.99 Save $51.99 "Turntable record players" was one of 2026's breakout search terms. Coincidentally, Sony released its first Bluetooth turntables in seven years this spring. In my review of the cheaper model, the PS-LX3BT, I called it "a stylish turntable with idiotproof plug-and-play functionality." Shop Now 5. A portable selfie light Newmowa 60 LED High Power Rechargeable Clip Fill Video Conference Light $23.25 at Amazon
Everyone wants to look good on TikTok: Google said searches for portable ring lights skyrocketed by 275 percent. Creators like Brooke Ashley Hall and Whitney Leavitt have name-dropped Newmowa's clip-on selfie light in interviews with Mashable. (You may know it as the viral "Alix Earle light.") Shop Now at Amazon 6. An instant camera bundle Opens in a new window Credit: Fujifilm Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 Instant Camera Holiday Bundle 2026 $89 at Amazon
$105.95 Save $16.95 Searches for Fujifilm's very giftable Instax camera sets rose 190 percent this year. Its 2026 holiday bundle includes a photo stand, a glittery storage box, a pack of film, and an Instax mini 12, which has a dedicated close-up/selfie mode and automatic flash. Its cute and super easy to use. Shop Now at Amazon 7. An Anker charging station Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker MagGo Wireless Charging Station (Foldable 3-in-1) $79.99 at Amazon
$109.99 Save $30 Anker's charging accessories are reliable and affordable, which is why many Mashable staffers prefer to use them when they're out on assignment. Google says searches for the brand's charging stations grew by 75 percent this year. Shop Now at Amazon 8. A fun phone case Opens in a new window Credit: Velvet Cavair Velvet Caviar iPhone 18 Pro Case $42.99 at Amazon
In 2026, people were searching for patterned phone cases twice as often as they usually do, Google said. Mashable staffers use a couple different phone case brands, including Casetify, Elago, Nudient, and Velvet Caviar. Shop Now at Amazon 9. A podcast mic Opens in a new window Credit: Logitech Logitech Blue Yeti USB Microphone $99.99 at Amazon
$139.99 Save $40.00 Google noted that searches for podcast mics have increased by 115 percent. The Logitech Blue Yeti is our go-to recommendation because it sounds great and sets up super easily. Ned Luke, the voice of "Grand Theft Auto 5's" Michael De Santa, told us he uses one when he streams. Shop Now at Amazon 10. A robot mop-vac combo Opens in a new window Credit: Eufy Eufy Robot Vacuum C28 $459.99 at Amazon
$799.99 Save $340 We're letting the robots do more chores this year. Per Google, searches for "robot mop and vacuum" have grown by 80 percent. After testing over 30 models, our reviewer named the Eufy C28 her top budget pick, praising its compact design, thorough cleaning, and long runtime. It's another Mashable Gift of the Year winner, too. Shop Now at Amazon 11. A brushless power tool Opens in a new window Credit: Milwaukee Milwaukee M18 Compact Brushless 2-Tool Combo Kit $179 at The Home Depot
$249 Save $70 Mashable readers are obsessed with Milwaukee's power tools. Those with brushless motors, which are more powerful and longer-lasting than brushed tools, saw a 70 percent jump in searches in 2026. Shop Now at The Home Depot 12. A board game Opens in a new window Credit: CMYK CMYK Wavelength $34.99 at Amazon
$39.99 Save $5 Long live game night: Searches for "family board game" rose by 125 percent this year. "Wavelength" is a ridiculously simple but highly entertaining option that challenges you to read other players' minds. Last Christmas, my family and I played it for hours (and barely fought!). Shop Now at Amazon 13. A portable sound machine Opens in a new window Credit: Hatch Hatch Go $39.99 at Amazon
Several Mashable writers have Hatch's minimalist smart alarm clocks in their bedrooms. (They can simulate sunrises and play soundscapes.) The Hatch Go is its portable sound machine for bebes, and Google said that searches for it jumped by 90 percent this year. Shop Now at Amazon 14. A Bluey-themed audio player Opens in a new window Credit: Tonies Bluey Toniebox 2 Starter Set $149.99 at Target
The Toniebox 2, a Mashable Gift of the Year winner, is a screen-free gadget that plays songs and stories when you place different "Tonie" figurines on top of it. Google noticed that it started trending after Tonies dropped its first Bluey collection this summer. (Makes sense: "Bluey" has been the most-streamed show in the U.S. for two years now.) Shop Now at Target 15. A squishy toy Schylling NeeDoh Teenie 10-Pack $24.99 at Amazon
Needohs are officially the new Labubus. (I promise that's not just gibberish.) This past year, people have waited in lines for hours just to buy these colorful sensory toys. They're probably the reason why searches for "squishy" hit all all-time high in 2026. Shop Now at Amazon

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Ever looked at the moon and thought, man, I'd love to work there? Well, NASA is hiring.

Announced over the weekend, applications are now open for the next batch of astronauts who will train specifically to work and live on the lunar surface.

SEE ALSO: Artemis II crew witnessed meteor flashes on the moon with their own eyes

The U.S. space agency is looking for the next class to be trained at NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston, those "who will join NASA as America returns to the Moon, builds the Moon Base, and lays the groundwork for the first crewed missions to Mars." Applications close 11:59 p.m. ET Dec. 3 and NASA will make its selections in late 2027.

Saturday's announcement came with a "NASA wants you" recruitment video, featuring NASA astronauts Jessica Meir, Andre Douglas, Deniz Burnham, Randy Bresnik, Kayla Barron, Jack Hathaway, and Chris Williams.

Notably, remote work isn't available for astronauts, and relocation fees to Houston may be covered by NASA. But the salary is out of this world: between $164,395 to $164,395 per year.

Of course, you can't just spacewalk into a job on the moon. To apply, you'll need to be a U.S. citizen with a master's degree in a STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) field from an accredited institution. If you don't have the latter, NASA will also accept currently enrolled or completed Test Pilot School students (who also have a STEM bachelor's degree), people with medical degrees with professional experience or completed residency training, or people who have completed two years of a STEM-based doctoral program. Candidates also need at least three post-degree years in their field.

Applying pilots also need to have considerable flight experience and pilot-in-command time whether in high-performance jet, rotary-wing, or other fix-wing aircrafts.

Along with a dazzling CV, applicants will need to upload five references (not letters of recommendation), all STEM-related academic transcripts, and if necessary, a completed pilot qualifications form. Candidates can then track their applications online.

It's been two years since NASA opened astronaut applications in 2024, from which 10 candidates made it through from over 8,000 applications. Nicknamed "The Platypi," the class of 2026 are currently training at Johnson Space Center. When their training's complete, they'll join the 32 active astronauts at NASA in missions and tasks like spacecraft development and maintenance (including those all-important spacewalks), research experiments, Mission Control ground support, and more. Who knows? A future Artemis mission could be on your CV.

"This is an extraordinary time to join NASA’s astronaut corps," said NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman in a press statement. "The people we select could walk on the Moon, live and work at the Moon Base, and help pioneer the systems and operations that will ultimately carry crews to Mars."

So, if you think you meet NASA's requirements (and I certainly don't), you can apply to be an astronaut via the U.S. government's job website.

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Where to check for Pokémon TCG restocks: Amazon Pokémon TCG Shop Now TCGplayer Pokémon TCG Shop Now Walmart Pokémon TCG Shop Now Best Buy Pokémon TCG Shop Now Target Pokémon TCG Shop Now GameStop Pokémon TCG Shop Now

Finding Pokémon card stock at market price hasn’t become any easier in 2026. Of course, you can help your odds by knowing where to look.

When shopping for the 30th Celebration collection, the new Delta Reign expansion, or the Ultra Premium Collection, finding actual stock can be tough. That said, by making the most of important go-tos like Amazon’s invitation system, Best Buy’s own store-only listings, and the occasional restocks elsewhere, you can add to your collection without paying inflated prices.

Where to check for Pokémon TCG restocks

These are the stores we'd keep bookmarked to have the best chance of getting Pokémon TCG’s new releases. Keep in mind that some of the best options for products are through third-party sellers:

• Amazon — One of the more convenient places to find sealed Pokémon products, especially Booster Bundles, ETBs, and Booster Display Boxes. In fact, Amazon recently brought back its $59.99 invitation-only 30th Celebration ETB offer. Select ‘Request invite’ on the Amazon-sold listing; an invitation isn't guaranteed, and the price will likely revert to much higher third-party prices once stock runs out.

• TCGplayer — One of the first places to check for preorders on brand new releases, single cards, and listings close to market price. The dedicated trading card site’s "market price" estimations are helpful to gauge whether you’re overpaying for a Pokémon TCG product in the modern market.

• Walmart — Regularly carries newly released collections and older expansions, with an extensive selection of products from marketplace sellers, usually at lower prices than Amazon. Not only can you find the in-demand Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Ultra Premium Collection Night Edition for under market price, but Walmart+ members can sometimes receive early access to restocks.

• Best Buy — Among the better options for avoiding reseller markup, thanks to its Pokémon listings that are actually priced at MSRP. For instance, its Prismatic Evolutions ETB is listed at $49.99, although this is another example where you need to request an invite and hope to be randomly selected. Meanwhile, other products sold at MSRP are available only in physical stores. Even if you’re not able to visit in-person Best Buy stores, it's worth registering for online stock drops at MSRP whenever that option becomes available.

• Gamestop — Carries the latest expansions alongside older Booster Bundles, Elite Trainer Boxes, and single packs, with some surprising deals that can undercut other sellers. Its Delta Reign Booster Bundle is currently listed at $49.99, with Pro members eligible for a reduced $47.49 price. The retailer's store availability tools are particularly useful for finding nearby stock.

• Target — Another useful destination for new collections, particularly if nearby stores have inventory available for pickup. As for online, anything at or near MSRP does unfortunately sell out instantly, and anything readily available comes with a massively jacked-up price. Target has also begun experimenting with invitation systems for certain Pokémon products, including the Destined Rivals Three-Booster Blister, priced at $14.99.

• Pokémon Center — The go-to for finding market price and initial drops — plus getting exclusive Pokémon Center Elite Trainer Box editions with additional booster packs and promotional cards. Thanks to the massive imbalance between demand and supply, stock runs out within minutes. 

Why are Pokémon cards still selling out so quickly?

The core issue that’s been plaguing the Pokémon TCG for years comes down to overall demand far outstripping supply; almost any product sells out at MSRP instantly. Between demand from collectors, competitive players, and most importantly, resellers (with many using bot accounts), any preorders or stock drops for new and popular expansions can disappear within minutes of being listed. 

The Pokémon Company is printing more cards than ever to help combat the problem. It produced 10 billion cards worldwide during its latest financial year, but even that hasn't been enough to satisfy demand.

That said, the higher volumes during the 30th Celebration have at least affected scalpers' profit margins. More have been available, giving resellers less justification to drive prices above market levels. Moving forward, the company will continue to tackle the shortages while increasing production and promising additional reprints. At the same time, retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, and Target have introduced invitation systems and randomized drawings to reduce the impact of scalpers.

The best Pokémon TCG deal this week Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Ultra Premium Collection Night Edition $399.95 at Walmart
$499.99 Save $100.04   Shop Now at Walmart How can you improve your chances of finding stock?

With competition still fierce for the most desirable Pokémon Trading Card Game collections, a little preparation can make the difference between paying MSRP and settling for whatever a reseller is asking:

• Sign up for invitations and drawings: Register for Amazon and Best Buy invitations whenever available, and check Target and Walmart for new product draws. These don't guarantee a purchase, but they remove some of the pressure of competing against other shoppers during a live restock.

• Check local stores: Best Buy, GameStop, Target, and Walmart can all be worth visiting in person. Online stock may have disappeared, but that doesn't automatically mean every physical location has sold out.

• Compare prices before buying: Use TCGplayer to establish the market price for whatever you're looking at, then compare it to the original MSRP. 

• Follow Pokémon restock trackers: Accounts like @PokemonDealsTCG and @pokemondealsuk on X (formerly Twitter) can help flag new drops, especially when the Pokémon Center opens its virtual queue. Plus, turning on notifications could save you from refreshing multiple store pages throughout the day.

• Check who is actually selling the product: Amazon and Walmart regularly feature external sellers, so inspect the seller's details, shipping costs, and estimated delivery dates before committing to a purchase. Third-party sellers are fine to use if they’re selling at around market price and if their rating’s strong.

Will Pokémon TCG cards be restocked for Black Friday?

With Black Friday arriving on Nov. 27, there's a good chance that retailers like Amazon, Walmart, GameStop, Best Buy, and Target will have more Pokémon TCG stock available during their holiday sales.

However, there's currently no guarantee that high-demand products like the 30th Celebration Elite Trainer Box or Delta Reign collections will get additional inventory. If there is, these will very likely be very limited, invite-only drops — some even at MSRP if you’re lucky. 

Instead, keep checking retailer listings throughout November, especially for older expansions like Perfect Order, Chaos Rising, and Pitch Black, which could see more competitive prices during the sales. It’s usually at these types of shopping events that third-party sellers undercut each other to clear old stock. Any discounts will sell out quickly, so be sure to keep Mashable’s Black Friday buyer’s guides bookmarked throughout the event. 

Jon Stewart always enjoys a little audience Q&A session in between filming.

The comedian and late night show host has previously spoken about whether or not he'd ever run for office, and who his worst ever Daily Show guest was, but in the clip above he's asked what he'd be doing if he never worked for The Daily Show at all.

Stewart's response is basically a long, amusing story about getting fired from Woolworth's by his own brother after he damaged multiple aquariums during a rogue beanbag stunt.

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TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Delta Reign Booster Display Box is already on sale for $239.94 at Amazon, down from its $254.93 list price.

Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Delta Reign Booster Display Box $239.94 at Amazon
$254.93 Save $14.99   Get Deal at Amazon

The Pokémon TCG Delta Reign expansion has only been out for a few days, but Amazon sellers have wasted little time pushing its 36-pack Booster Display Box down to a record-low price.

As of Nov. 9, the Pokémon TCG Delta Reign Booster Display Box has dropped to $239.94 at Amazon. That's a $14.99 cut from its usual $254.93 price. With that extra 6% off, you're effectively paying $6.67 per pack of the newly released expansion centered around Mega Rayquaza.

That’s an extra $3.05 below the previous record-low $242.99 preorder deal we spotted on Nov. 5, and a full $30.05 cheaper than when Amazon preorders first opened at $269.99 back in October.

SEE ALSO: The Pokémon TCG Delta Reign Elite Trainer Box is down to market price on release day — shop the best-ever Amazon deal

According to price tracker camelcamelcamel, this is the lowest price on Amazon so far. The Delta Reign Booster Display Box is now only $30.54 above its $209.94 market price — determined by dedicated trading card marketplace TCGplayer. 

It’s also important to note that this particular offer comes courtesy of third-party seller Rare Goods & Deals, with free shipping and delivery estimated for Nov. 19. If you want yours even faster, you can pay just a cent more for Amazon's main $239.95 listing, sold by TCG & MORE, with delivery currently scheduled for Nov. 17.

SAVE $320.01: As of Nov. 9, the EF EcoFlow Delta 3 Max is on sale for $878.99 at Amazon. That's a 27% discount on the list price.

Opens in a new window Credit: EcoFlow EF Ecoflow Delta 3 Max $878.99 at Amazon
$1,199 Save $320.01   Get Deal at Amazon

A portable power station is a seriously versatile piece of kit, and most are useful for much more than just camping trips. If you're after something with enough capacity to handle household appliances, the EF EcoFlow Delta 3 Max is a great choice. And right now it's available at Amazon for $320 less, bringing the price down to $878.99.

One of the biggest advantages of the Delta 3 Max is how quickly it can recharge. EcoFlow's X-Stream technology means it can go from empty to 80% in just over an hour, so you won't have to wait around for long before it's ready to use again. It also uses a durable LiFePO4 battery designed for years of use. EcoFlow estimates a lifespan of up to 10 years.

It also offers plenty of power. With up to 3,400W of output in X-Boost mode, it can power a range of everyday household appliances, including refrigerators and microwaves. It's also designed to work as a home backup power source, switching over automatically in under 10 milliseconds.

You can shop the EcoFlow Delta 3 Max deal at Amazon now.

SAVE $2.64: As of Nov. 9, the My Little Pony Trading Card Game is on sale for $44.35 at Amazon. That's a 6% discount on the list price.

Opens in a new window Credit: Kayou My Little Pony Trading Card Game $44.35 at Amazon
$46.99 Save $2.64   Get Deal at Amazon

There are 100 My Little Pony cards to get your hands on in this Discord trading card game collection. The box contains 20 booster packs, each with five cards inside, so there's plenty to open. And even better, it's currently on sale at Amazon. Normally $46.99, this trading card set has dropped in price to $44.35.

This My Little Pony Trading Card Game expansion is the next release following the Fantasy Wonderland series, giving fans even more cards to add to their collection, with the cards featuring designs inspired by the wider My Little Pony universe. You can also trade cards with fellow fans, whether you're looking to complete a collection or simply share some of your favorite designs.

Suitable for ages 10 and up, the set is aimed at both My Little Pony fans and trading card collectors. It's also a two-player game, so you can enjoy the cards with someone else rather than keeping the whole box to yourself.

This offer is available at Amazon now, so don't miss out on this limited-time My Little Pony deal.

SAVE $30: As of Nov. 9, the Nespresso Vertuo Pop+ is on sale for $99 at Amazon. That's a 23% discount on the list price.

Opens in a new window Credit: Nespresso Nespresso Vertuo Pop+ $99 at Amazon
$129 Save $30   Get Deal at Amazon

You don't need lots of equipment and a long, fancy process to enjoy a tasty coffee at home. If you want something that goes from machine to cup in seconds, the Nespresso Vertuo Pop+ is your go-to. It keeps things simple by brewing your coffee at the touch of a button, and better yet, it's currently $50 off on Amazon.

There are several colors to choose from, all at the same low price: white, lilac, spicy red, aqua mint, and more.

The machine makes five cup sizes, including single and double espressos, as well as 5, 8, and 12 ounce coffees. It can also make both hot and iced drinks, so it's well-suited for a household with diverse preferences. Its compact design is another plus, particularly if your kitchen is short on counter space.

And it really is a case of pressing a button to get tasty coffee. The one-touch system heats up in around 30 seconds, so all you need to do is pop in a pod and wait.

You can get this Nespresso Vertuo Pop+ deal at Amazon now.

TL;DR: Target’s second KPop Demon Hunters x heyday drop arrived on Nov. 8, bringing mechanical keyboards, wireless headsets, and Switch accessories starting at just $4.99.

Target's first team-up with Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters was an instant hit when it landed on Oct. 11. The initial drop leaned heavily into quirky, everyday desk pieces, like the viral ramen charging kit, soda-can Bluetooth speakers, and tap-on night lights, all for $20 each. But if you wanted real peripherals for your PC or console, Target's heyday brand isn't done yet.

Arriving in stores and online starting Nov. 8, the second wave focuses directly on PC and console setups. Just like the first drop, the whole idea is to turn the show's characters, emblems, and artwork into things you can play with, show off on a shelf, and collect. The big difference is that this lineup is tailor-made for gamers and fans who want a fun desk upgrade without paying crazy prices.

You get a little bit of everything here, from quick little cosmetic add-ons to full-blown setup staples. While the previous drop kept everything at a flat twenty bucks, this round gives you a wider range — starting at $4.99 for small accessories and maxing out at $49.99 for the keyboard and wireless audio.

Credit: heyday / Netflix / Target Credit: heyday / Netflix / Target What's in the second drop?

• Heyday x KPop Demon Hunters Figural Key Caps ($4.99) — Fun little character caps you can pop onto your favorite keyboard keys.

• Heyday x KPop Demon Hunters Joycon Thumb Grips ($7.99) — Cute analog stick caps repping both HuntrX and the rival Saja Boys.

• Heyday x KPop Demon Hunters Wrist Rests ($7.99 to $12.99) — Comfy foam rests sporting Derpy Cat and Soda Pop designs.

• Heyday x KPop Demon Hunters Desk Mats ($9.99 to $19.99) — Standard long mats in Derpy Cat and HuntrX artwork for $9.99, or an edge-lit LED version for $19.99 that adds a soft glow around your setup.

• Heyday x KPop Demon Hunters Switch Case ($17.99) — Travel-ready protective cases available in Demon Markings, Derpy Cat, and HuntrX prints.

• Heyday x KPop Demon Hunters Ramen Light ($19.99) — A soft glowing desk light celebrating Rumi, Mira, and Zoey's go-to snack.

• Heyday x KPop Demon Hunters Wired Headsets ($22.99) — A simple plug-and-play wired option themed after HuntrX and Soda Pop.

• Heyday x KPop Demon Hunters Mouse ($29.99) — Made to pair right alongside the mechanical keyboard for a clean, matching look.

• Heyday x KPop Demon Hunters Gaming Mechanical Keyboard ($49.99) — The main star of the desk, finished with custom character artwork and clicky keys.

• Heyday x KPop Demon Hunters Wireless Headsets ($49.99) — Cord-free gaming audio coming in Derpy Cat and Demon Markings styles.

If the first release was any indication, the most popular character pieces won't sit on shelves for long, so it's smart to grab what you want the day it goes live. Have your cart ready on Nov. 8 to grab your favorite pieces at Target while you still can.

If you're spinning the same songs on Spotify over and over again, Rosalía has a monster playlist for you.

Marking the one-year anniversary of her wildly popular, critically lauded, Grammy-nominated album LUX, the Spanish artist shared a 1,000-track Spotify playlist for fans in a Substack post over the weekend.

Titled "1.000 TEMAS QUE TE DAN LUX" ("1,000 SONGS THAT GIVE YOU LUX"), the playlist is a fittingly eclectic, global mix of artists including icons Kate Bush and Patti Smith, Spanish singer Camarón de la Isla, famed opera singer Maria Callas, Icelandic queen Björk (who featured on LUX), Bulgarian ensemble Bulgarian State Television Female Vocal Choir, Egyptian reciter Abdul Basit Abdul Samad, Ethiopian composer Emahoy Tsege Mariam Gebru, as well as German experimental electronica, Spanish flamenco, Ukranian folk songs, Czech polka, Austrian and Italian classical, Japanese Buddhist chants, medieval para-liturgical songs, and Black Sabbath. It's deeply LUX-inspired.

SEE ALSO: LE SSERAFIM's Huh Yunjin and creator Emily Fan know that fandom is personal

"It's been a year since I gave Lux a try and I still can't believe it, how daring of me, haha," Rosalía wrote on Substack on Saturday.

"I love acts of service; there's something about preparing something for someone else that fascinates me. That's why I've dedicated myself to making a playlist of 1,000 songs that I listened to during the years I conceived, composed, and shared Lux," she added, sharing the anniversary playlist.

Released Nov. 7, 2025, Rosalía’s chart-topper LUX became the most-streamed album in a single day in Spotify history by a Spanish-speaking female artist — a level of popularity echoed in her extremely sold-out LUX world tour. The album was nominated for Album of the Year at the 27th Latin Grammy Awards, with track "La Perla" nominated for Record of the Year, Song of the Year and Best Pop Song.

You can listen to Rosalía's LUX playlist on Spotify.

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Apple's intelligent assistant Siri has been an early success for the company, but in recent years it became a pain point as it lagged behind far more capable large language models such as OpenAI's ChatGPT. The company significantly improved Siri this year, rebranding the whole system Siri AI, but it's still not quite there yet.

This might change next year. According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple's new CEO John Ternus is "pressing" Apple's software chief Craig Federighi to turn Siri into an AI agent that can take actions autonomously and perform a variety of tasks for users.

Bloomberg's report goes into the intricacies of the relationship between Ternus and Federighi, with the latter described as being an AI skeptic, while Ternus pushes for a more progressive approach to AI.

Bottom line for users is that Siri AI, while far more capable than last year's Siri, still isn't the type of assistant that you can just throw a bunch of (complex) tasks at and get back results. But next year's version should get a couple of advanced capabilities that will make it a powerful rival to other AI agents. The most important among these is the ability to tap into apps (both Apple's and third-party apps) and perform actions within them. Examples include asking Siri to book a table or order food, with the assistant autonomously performing the task through a service such as OpenTable or Uber Eats.

Siri should also get more precise control over Apple's own apps; for example, it could go into the Photos app, edit a photo, and then share it with someone, all on its own.

The part in which Siri gets more capable of performing tasks in Apple's apps might come "as early as December," with the public version of iOS 27.3 (the company recently launched the first iOS 27.3 beta). More advanced Siri capabilities inside third-party iOS apps won't arrive until spring 2027, and is likely to be launched with either iOS 27.5 or iOS 27.6, with a possible launch ahead of Apple's WWDC conference in June.

SEE ALSO: Apple unveils colorful new HomePod mini 2 with no Siri AI at launch

All of this still isn't enough to make Siri as capable as an agent like ChatGPT's Dots or Meta's Muse, which you can give a task (such as creating a website) and have them work on various tasks as they build and improve the project. Gurman believes Apple intends to launch such capabilities for Siri as early as next year. One example of that has already been announced during WWDC 2026: Siri's ability to find weak passwords tied to a user's Apple account and changing them autonomously on the appropriate websites and in the user's Passwords app.

Ultimately, Gurman argues, Apple can allow itself to be a bit more cautious about this as it controls the hardware and software of the devices itself, but rivals could start developing hardware of their own, which could take away Apple's most important market advantage.

We know what kind of ads Republicans were running in the run-up to the midterm elections, but what kind of ads might they have run after they were over?

SNL imagines exactly that in the clip above, with host Druski and cast members Andrew Dismukes, Ashley Padilla, Jeremy Culhane all playing brutally honest politicians.

"Keep in mind, a lot of stuff was said on both sides," says Dismukes at one point. "He said I was out of touch with everyday Americans; I said his children weren't biologically his."

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TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Ultra-Premium Collection Day (Espeon) and Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Ultra-Premium Collection Night (Umbreon) are available to buy now at Walmart.

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Last week was pretty huge for Pokémon TCG collectors. The Day and Night Ultra-Premium Collections launched alongside the Delta Reign expansion, leaving shoppers scrambling for the best deals.

Nothing has really changed this week. We're all still desperately seeking deals for anywhere close to market price.

Amazon's stock for the Ultra-Premium Collections has been coming and going, and mostly at above-market prices. Right now, Walmart is the best place to pick up the Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Ultra-Premium Collection Day (Espeon) and Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Ultra-Premium Collection Night (Umbreon).

Both boxes are available to shop at Walmart for close to market price or under. TCGplayer's market price for the Day Box is currently $384.19, compared to Walmart's $394.95. The market price for the Night Box is $429.47, compared with Walmart's $399.95. You're getting the best value by shopping for the Umbreon edition.

With Amazon struggling for stock, we expect these boxes to sell quickly.

The Ultra-Premium Collection comes with 29 30th Celebration booster packs, one Classic Collection booster pack, custom metal coins, deck boxes, card sleeves, and damage-counter dice. The Day collection includes the exclusive Espeon ex promo card with a Daytime Pikachu ex promo card and an Espeon playmat. The Night box features the exclusive Umbreon ex promo card with a Futuristic-rarity Pikachu ex promo card and an Umbreon playmat.

Shop the Day and Night Ultra-Premium Collections at Walmart.

More than a third of men say romance novels, erotic fiction, or fan fiction have shaped what turns them on. Most of Gen Z isn't turning to porn when dating gets hard. And eight in 10 adults say the buildup is a huge part of what makes sex exciting. (So much for instant gratification.)

That's according to the new State of Dating report from Feeld, the dating app “for the curious” (including those interested in ethical non-monogamy, kink, and unconventional relationships), and honestly? I'm not the least bit surprised.

SEE ALSO: AI agents are banned on Tinder and Hinge, CEO says

The report, titled Holding Out For a Slow Burn, was developed in collaboration with Dr. Justin Lehmiller, a senior research fellow at the Kinsey Institute, and Feeld's senior product data analyst, Sy Dusk.

Here’s what the report, with insights from 3,310 adults in the U.S. and UK, revealed about Gen Z’s dating habits and modern dating in general.

Dating is obviously ‘missing something’  

Across the survey, 80 percent of respondents said it was difficult to meet their sexual and romantic needs through IRL connections, and 73 percent agreed that “modern dating often feels like it’s missing something.” What’s missing? For 58 percent, it was authenticity and clear intentions.

Dating has been “optimized,” maybe too much. We have so many apps and algorithms, but is anyone really taking the time to put themselves out there and meet organically? Or are we retreating to our “romantasy” novels and TV shows just to feel something again?

“Dating apps can certainly make it harder for slow-burn attraction to develop because they encourage us to make snap judgments based on limited information,” Dr. Lehmiller tells Mashable. “And since there’s always another potential match just around the corner, it can be tempting to just keep swiping in search of an immediate spark instead of giving attraction time to grow.”

About those ‘goon caves’ 

The survey also found that nearly 60 percent of Gen Z men and more than 70 percent of Gen Z women do not turn to porn when real-world intimacy feels difficult. And in a separate 2026 Kinsey survey conducted in collaboration with Playboy and Julie Care, 34 percent of young men and 53 percent of young women said porn is something they “never watch.” Guess those “goon caves” aren’t as popular as the internet wants us to think.

Texting, sexting, and the occasional bot

Digital intimacy is taking over the world one sad little phone screen at a time. According to the latest survey, 81 percent of respondents said getting close to someone through a screen plays a role in their intimate lives. That’s not all AI — texting, sexting, and video calls count, too. But for one in six, digital intimacy is their main way of exploring intimacy, and about one in 10 turn to AI companions when connecting in real life gets difficult.

Some respondents said they believed digital intimacy could help their real-world relationships (29 percent), and 30 percent said it offers a way to explore their desires and vulnerabilities.

Yearning, sexual tension, and the slow burn 

So, about that slow burn. The survey found that eight in 10 adults agreed that anticipation and buildup are "crucial to erotic excitement."

There are several reasons we might need more time to get there, including financial stress, the lingering effects of living through a pandemic, political turmoil, and general uncertainty — it’s enough for anyone to say, I’m not in the mood.

It’s called chemistry for a reason 

The idea of love at first sight is, well, lovely. But attraction doesn’t always happen right away. Only 13 percent of people surveyed said attraction develops instantly, while 86 percent agreed that “attraction typically becomes stronger when two people create a shared story together through conversations, experiences, and future plans.”

Research cited in the report suggests that getting to know someone can give that spark a chance to grow. For example, when someone turns out to be “funnier than you expected,” that can be a turn-on for your brain — it can trigger what’s called a positive prediction error. Basically, you’re experiencing something even better than your brain expected, which leaves you wanting more.

Mistakes, or the little things that make us human, can also give us brain boners. But you usually have to like the person already for it to work. Seeing them spill their coffee or make an embarrassing admission can make them more endearing, not less. You get to see a little of who they are, unfiltered. And in a world where “looksmaxxing” is a thing, we could stand to be a little less polished.

“Our desire for a slow burn isn’t inherently incompatible with dating apps. But we need to be more intentional in how we use them,” says Dr. Lehmiller. “Instead of fast swiping in search of instant chemistry, we need to give people opportunities to surprise us and reveal new sides of themselves. That’s where the unexpected rewards lie, and where attraction has an opportunity to go beyond the surface.”

Getting our fix somewhere else

And so, we’ve been getting our fix through books, streaming series (Bridgerton, Heated Rivalry, and Off Campus, just to name a few), and even audiobooks and audio erotica like Dipsea and Quinn. Which I’m totally here for.

Media has become so entwined in our intimate lives that one survey respondent described his most intimate moment as “Watching TV and crying in my partner’s arm because the episode struck chords I was feeling because of a recent familial loss.”

Men want romance, too 

Men are turning to romance media that “taps into fantasies of being desired, understood, and truly seen,” which usually (not always) isn’t shown in porn. In some surveys, men reported fantasizing about “passion, intimacy, and romance” more than the women did.

Before COVID, a Kinsey Institute survey found that 6 percent of men said romantic or erotic novels had shaped their sexual fantasies. In Feeld’s new survey, 37 percent of men said romance novels, erotic fiction, or fan fiction had shaped their desires. These aren’t identical comparisons, but the romance genre clearly isn’t just for women.

And “romance” doesn’t necessarily mean the same thing to everyone. Men in the survey were more likely to associate romance with physical affection and touch, while women were more likely to associate it with emotional openness and vulnerability.

That said, when asked about their most intimate non-sexual moments, men and women described similar things: cuddling, talking, being vulnerable, and really listening to one another.

So, how do we make the slow burn happen?

We can’t all live in a romantasy novel. But surely we can make time for a little sexual tension…

“It is quite funny to think about translating epic fantasy romance arcs into daily life filled with heading to work, taking out the bins, remembering to floss and reply to friends, and being generally unglamorous,” Ruby Rare, a sex educator and Feeld’s intimacy expert, tells Mashable. “But there are ways of weaving this in, and it all comes down to intentionality.”

Her advice? Tell the person you’re seeing that you want to take your time.

“Once you've connected with someone and felt that shared glimmer of excitement for what might come next, be vocal about your desire for a slow burn as an antidote to the self-gratification that we’ve become so used to,” Rare says.

“This isn't about going full Victorian and making courtship chaste and timid; instead, lean into activities that will deepen connection and intrigue between you. Write love letters, go for long walks where you challenge each other to stay off your phones and be present with each other, make out for as long as possible before things escalate.”

AdultFriendFinder has been in the internet hookup game for literally decades. Launching online in 1996 — the distant past of the World Wide Web — AFF soon became the No. 1 adult dating site. In other words, AFF knows what it's doing when it comes to hooking people up. It's been doing it for 30 years, after all. That's why it's the go-to platform for singles, casual flings, and all kinds of kink-based fun.

AFF has also held firm through major changes in the dating game and online culture. It's survived the emergence of dating apps like Tinder, which have otherwise taken over the dating game, while maintaining its original identity. Consequently, AFF still stands out in a very crowded marketplace. The world of online dating is hugely competitive, with all kinds of apps drawing daters' attention in various alternative directions, but AFF hasn't budged an inch.

If you're looking to let your freak flag fly loud and proud — and why not? Just go for it, we say — AFF offers you the best variety of ways to explore fantasies and indulge in kinks. To help get you started, here's a round-up of six great features on AdultFriendFinder — features you won't find on any other dating sites.

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The first thing to notice when you register for an AFF account (and you could hardly miss it) is that the site doesn't exactly shy away from nudity. You'll find it in every corner of AFF and all over its interface. Indeed, it's very common for users' profile photos to contain genitalia close-ups or full-frontal nudity — a stark difference to the generic headshots you get on other dating sites. But what better way to signal the face you're using the world's spiciest hookup site?

You can also post videos on your profile, including explicit videos, and there are webcam feeds live at any given time with amateur and professional models in various states of undress and pleasure. 

If you find yourself distracted by all of the nudity or just want to browse the site in public without having NSFW imagery all over your screen, you can turn on the adult content filter by navigating to your profile settings in the top right of the screen, then scrolling down to Content Filter to select either No Nudity, Some Nudity, or Everything (the default setting, naturally). Be warned, the default setting is to have all that nudity front and center. And it's best to avoid checking AFF while you're in public, no matter what filters you have in place. You might otherwise raise a few eyebrows among fellow commuters or passers-by.

Live webcam feeds

We know that webcam sites are rife — there's no shortage of places to find cam-based naughtiness — but it's rare to find an actual dating site that hosts live webcam action. With AFF, you'll get both professional models and regular users on webcam feeds.

All you need to do is go to the Live Action menu at the top of your AFF window and click either Member Webcams or Pro Models. Once you've selected your preference, there are even more specific search filters, including gender (Men, Women, or Trans), Nude or Non-Nude, and even by proximity to your location.

SEE ALSO: The Looksmaxxing Glossary: Every term you need to understand the internet's most unhinged subculture

One thing to note, however: While free members can view webcam feeds, only Gold members and above can actually chat with models. Gold members can also watch multiple webcam feeds simultaneously.

Discussion forums, blogs, and group chats

Unlike traditional dating sites, which focus solely on one-on-one matches, AdultFriendFinder encourages group dynamics, especially in its Community section. Here you'll find personal blog posts by AFF users who share their experiences, tell stories, and post questions. It's like a seriously spicy social media platform. You'll also find group discussion boards organized around literally hundreds of interesting topics. Most of them are obviously sexual in nature. There's a polyamory group, for example, and a "women who like older men" group. This is AdultFriendFinder, after all. But there are discussions around regular everyday interests too, such as politics, tech, travel, movies, and music. 

Best of all, you can participate in these communal discussions without paying for AFF's Gold membership, which helps keep these spaces livelier than they would otherwise be if only paying members could access them. 

Erotic stories

Fun fact: Erotic fiction now accounts for approximately 25 percent of all fiction sold in the United States, so it's hardly surprising that erotic writing ("literotica" for those in the know) would be a major draw. What is surprising, however, is how few online dating sites take advantage of it.

AdultFriendFinder members who wish to read or write sexy stories, real or imagined, can navigate to the Community menu and select Stories, which unlocks a near-unlimited array of stories, novels, fan fiction, and erotic poetry. 

SEE ALSO: The 10 best free dating apps to find your spring fling

If you're feeling adventurous, you can explore the stories at random, but AFF also deploys a clever tagging system that allows you to search by topic, with popular options including First Time, Sci-Fi, TSTV (trans and transvestite), and Voyeur. 

Popular stories score higher ratings and get improved on-site visibility, and popular authors can build a large following on the site. So, whether you're eager to read more erotic fiction or aspire to write some sexy lit of your own, AFF is a great place to do it. 

Contests

One of the more fun aspects of AdultFriendFinder is that it genuinely seeks to build a sense of community by actively encouraging users to spend more time on the site. Especially in the public-facing sections. Their on-site contests are a fantastic example of this in action. 

About once per month, the site hosts a themed photo contest, asking members to submit photos and then allowing the rest of the site to vote on which submissions best reflect or embody the contest caption. 

SEE ALSO: All your Tinder questions, answered

For instance, one photo contest theme was "Velvet Secrets: Valentine's Masquerade," while prior contests included "Naughty & Nice" for the holidays and "Midnight Mischief." Winners get a special badge they can display on their profile, plus tons more profile visibility, so there's a strong incentive to take part.

To enter, scroll to the Community menu and then find Contests at the very bottom of the options list. If there's an active contest and you are logged in to your account, you'll be given the option of participating.

Kink-based profile search

Every online dating site or app has a profile section where you can fill out pertinent personal information, such as your sexual orientation, level of education, and any hobbies, interests, or special skills that might help you stand out from the crowd. What sets AdultFriendFinder apart is that it naturally takes things a step further. It does this by allowing members to list their personal kinks.

If you navigate to your profile name in the top right of your AFF screen and then select Dating Profile and Edit Profile, you'll find your My Kinks section. Popular options here include BDSM, voyeurism, and cross-dressing, but the full list is far more extensive. Nothing is off limits — as long as it's legal, of course. AFF is a place to not only indulge in your kinks and fantasies but also to discover some you never knew you had. There are whole worlds of kinks, fetishes, and fantasies that you can play in and find new pleasures.

SEE ALSO: How to use the internet to figure out what you’re into in bed

If you have a premium account, you can actually search out other members by their chosen kinks, allowing you to find users in your area who like exhibitionism or have a foot fetish, for example. In other words, you can find your kink-minded people.

There's no shortage of online dating and hookup sites, but when it comes to adult dating, AFF separates itself from the competition by offering this wide array of kink and fetish-friendly features. 

Where to check for Zelda Switch 2 stock: Nintendo Nintendo Switch 2 — The Legend of Zelda — 40th Anniversary Edition $519.99 at Nintendo Shop Now Amazon Nintendo Switch 2 — The Legend of Zelda — 40th Anniversary Edition $519.99 at Amazon Shop Now Walmart Nintendo Switch 2 — The Legend of Zelda — 40th Anniversary Edition $519.99 at Walmart Shop Now Target Nintendo Switch 2 — The Legend of Zelda — 40th Anniversary Edition $519.99 at Target Shop Now Best Buy Nintendo Switch 2 — The Legend of Zelda — 40th Anniversary Edition $519.99 at Best Buy Shop Now GameStop Nintendo Switch 2 — The Legend of Zelda — 40th Anniversary Edition $519.99 at GameStop Shop Now

If your current morning ritual involves violently hitting refresh on a dozen retail tabs, you already know the vibe: finding the Nintendo Switch 2: The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition is turning into an Olympic sport.

Between automated bot armies scooping digital drops, surprise order cancellations at Walmart, and inventory vanishing in seconds on Amazon, this custom black-and-gold console feels like a myth. But while digital storefronts look completely barren, stock is actively circulating behind the scenes.

Where to check for Zelda Switch 2 stock right now

Before getting into the restock details, bookmark these retailer pages to check for surprise drops:

• Nintendo Store — Out of stock right now, but you can add it to your wishlist to get pinged the second a restock hits.

• Amazon — Dropping tiny batches of consoles randomly throughout the day.

• Walmart — Stock exists but only for third-party listings selling at way over market price, so make sure your in-stock email alerts are turned on.

• Target — Sold out online, but two drops went live in-store on Thursday, Nov. 5, and online on Friday, Nov. 6.

• Best Buy — Sold out online, but select stores ran midnight openings on Nov. 5 with walk-in stock.

• GameStop — Online orders are off; you will have to walk into a store to find one.

Why is the console selling out so fast?

The feeding frenzy is being supercharged by Nintendo’s staggered release calendar. While the custom Zelda 40th Anniversary hardware dropped first on Oct. 29, the flagship game driving demand — The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for Nintendo Switch 2 — arrived on Thursday, Nov. 5.

The remake rebuilds the 1998 classic from the ground up with modernized controls, a fully orchestrated soundtrack, reworked dungeon puzzles, and expanded Hyrule environments. Since the $520 console doesn’t include the game, everyone is rushing to lock down a system before launch day.

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The package includes the special-edition Switch 2 system sporting a custom black-and-gold finish, themed Joy-Con 2 controllers, and a matching dock decorated with the gold Triforce emblem. It retains the platform's signature flexibility, letting you switch between TV, Tabletop, and Handheld modes whenever you want.

Inside the themed chassis, you get 256GB of built-in storage (expandable with microSD Express cards), a vivid display in handheld mode, faster load times, and support for up to 4K resolution on compatible TVs when the console sits in the dock.

The magnetic Joy-Con 2 controllers add mouse-style tracking in supported games, while the new GameChat hub lets you voice chat and share your screen directly as you play. It also plays your older Switch games and supports standard multiplayer options.

How can you improve your chances of finding stock?

Landing limited-edition Nintendo hardware takes a little prep work, but these battle-tested habits will give you a real edge over the bots:

• Save your checkout details everywhere — Log in to Target, Best Buy, Walmart, and the Nintendo Store to save your shipping address and default card. Stopping to type a card number or billing zip code during a live drop is how you lose an order.

• Hands off the refresh button in Best Buy's queue — When an online drop goes live, Best Buy puts shoppers into a randomized waiting line to filter out scrapers. Touching the reload button resets your spot and boots you straight to the back.

• Watch for Walmart+ early-access paywalls — Walmart frequently locks headline console drops behind paid Walmart+ subscriptions for the first 30 to 60 minutes. If you have a membership, keep that tab signed in; if not, wait for the general public window to unlock.

• Dodge third-party sellers — Double-check the seller before buying. Marketplace scalpers frequently list units for jacked-up prices; make sure it says "Sold and shipped by [Retailer]" at the standard price.

• Skip the web wars and head to physical stores — Online checkout bots grab website stock in under 15 seconds. Showing up in person is easily your most reliable path to securing one without paying scalper markups.

Will the Zelda Switch 2 be restocked on Black Friday?

Most likely, yes.

Stores like Walmart, Amazon, and Best Buy often hold onto popular gaming hardware to use as headline deals during Black Friday and Cyber Monday week.

With that said, Black Friday restocks are usually the hardest ones to catch. You will be fighting website crashes, gift shoppers, and automated bots all at once. If you can grab a console during the Nov. 5 launch drops at Target or Best Buy, take it. Think of Black Friday as a backup plan, not your main bet.

Console hunting sucks right now, period. But between the surprise micro-drops and Thursday's physical store restocks, you still have real shots at retail price — just be ready to move the second that button turns yellow.

TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Elite Trainer Box is available for $59.99 at Amazon. That's way under TCGplayer's $1116 market price.

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After weeks of building excitement and preorder wars, the Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Elite Trainer Box is out in the wild. And Amazon has marked the occasion by bringing back its stunning $59.99 deal.

As of Nov. 6, the Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Elite Trainer Box is on sale for just $59.99 on Amazon. Everything is handled directly by Amazon, but Amazon is still routing orders through its "request invite" system. We can see these are selling fast, so it's clearly a system that's working for many shoppers. Don't be discouraged by the invitation process.

Amazon’s deal is way under TCGplayer’s $116 market price. We rarely see deals this far below market price, so we understand the hype.

The 30th Celebration Elite Trainer Box contains nine 30th Celebration booster packs, an exclusive full-art foil Nidorina promo card, 16 foil Basic Energy cards, 65 custom card sleeves, damage-counter dice, a condition marker, card dividers, a collector’s player guide, and a code card for Pokémon TCG Live.

Shop the Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration ETB for $59.99 at Amazon, while supplies last.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has admitted to cheating on his wife with a suspected Chinese spy. The company's board announced that it is launching an independent investigation into the matter, with Huang's cooperation.

SEE ALSO: Why tech stocks are down today, including Nvidia, SpaceX, AMD, more

"I owe my family and all of you an apology," Huang wrote in an unexpected press release on Sunday. "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."

Huang has been married to his wife since 1985. They have two children together.

Allegations of Huang's affair arose in a New York Times report last month. According to the report, U.S. spy agencies determined that a Chinese intelligence asset had been sharing information with the Chinese government. Specifically, the New York Times identified the alleged agent as Alice Huang (no relation), an executive at Singapore-based data centre company Megaspeed who had reportedly developed a close relationship with Nvidia's CEO. 

In a statement to the New York Times, a spokesperson for the Chinese embassy in Washington, D.C. said that the U.S. was conducting an operation of "groundless smears and slanders" against China.

Megaspeed gained the U.S. government's attention last year due to suspicion that it was smuggling Nvidia chips to China. If true, this would be in circumvention of U.S. restrictions, which have blocked the export of many Nvidia chips to China due to national security concerns. The Singaporean government also opened an investigation into Megaspeed for potentially violating local laws.

Megaspeed denied these allegations at the time, stating that it had already been investigated and cleared by multiple institutions, including both the U.S. Commerce Department and Nvidia. 

"We operate fully within the bounds of all applicable export control regulations and maintain the highest standards of legal and ethical conduct," read a statement from Megaspeed from last December.

It's unclear whether Ms. Huang is alleged to have been operating independently or as an agent of Megaspeed. Huang previously denied an inappropriate relationship with Ms. Huang in an interview with Bloomberg late last month, and claimed she was no longer with Megaspeed.

"Our relationship, our interactions, have been related to Megaspeed, and it was all completely normal and not unusual," said Huang.

Nvidia's board of directors has stated that it is opening a new investigation prompted by the reports that Huang was targeted by "a foreign intelligence effort." The investigation will be led by independent directors and assisted by outside independent counsel.

"The Board prioritizes U.S. national and economic security, which is paramount to the interests of Nvidia and its shareholders," read the Nvidia board's statement on Sunday. "While the Board has no reason to believe that either national security or Nvidia secrets were compromised, the Board's inquiry will examine all available information."

A Nvidia spokesperson told the New York Times that Huang would continue as CEO during this investigation. For his part, Huang has stated that he supports and will cooperate with the investigation, and pledged to earn back the trust of his wife, family, and colleagues.

"Leading Nvidia is the privilege of my life," Huang wrote, addressing his co-workers. "My responsibility is to serve you and be worthy of your trust. I have fallen short of that responsibility. I am fully committed to Nvidia and will work to earn back your confidence…

"I love our country and our company. I am committed to protecting Nvidia and supporting America’s national security. I am proud and grateful to be an American." 

This news comes just over a week before Nvidia is scheduled to hold its Q3 2027 earnings call on Nov. 17. The chipmaker has significantly benefitted from the AI boom, bringing in $96.2 billion in revenue during Q2 — an 18 percent increase over Q1's $81.6 billion. This is despite the U.S. government's restrictions largely cutting Nvidia off from the significant Chinese AI market, Huang previously stating that the company's advanced chip market share dropped from 95 percent to zero in the region.

Though Huang has called being blocked from the Chinese market a "tremendous loss," he remains a supportive ally of President Donald Trump. The Washington Post reported last month that Nvidia donated $25 million to the construction of the White House's controversial new ballroom, with other tech companies such as Apple, Microsoft, and Palantir also making contributions.

Speaking to reporters about Nvidia's investigation on Sunday, Trump called Huang an "honourable guy" who had "done an amazing job for our country," and expressed support for him staying on as the company's CEO. Trump further stated that he would be open to bringing Huang with him on his trip to China for the APEC summit next week.

"I just know he's a fine person, but you never know what's going on," said Trump. "I think he probably has an excuse for it… I haven't heard he's done anything wrong. He dealt with somebody, but you know, so does everybody else."

Nvidia was one of several tech companies whose stock dropped after the recent U.S. midterm elections, as investors feared the Democrats' decisive victory would slow data centre construction.

There's barely any of the Moon visible tonight as it approaches the New Moon. With less than a sliver illuminated, there is nothing for us to see in the way of lunar features.

What is today's Moon phase?

As of Monday, Nov. 9, the NASA's Daily Moon Guide tracker tells us the Moon is in the New Moon phase, with 0% of its surface visible.

When is the next Full Moon?

The next Full Moon will take place on November 24.

What are Moon phases?

It takes the Moon around 29.5 days to pass through a complete lunar cycle. As it travels around Earth, the angle at which sunlight reaches its surface changes what we can see from here, producing the different phases, from the New Moon through to the Full Moon and back again. The cycle then starts over, as explained by NASA.

The eight phases are:

New Moon - The Moon is between Earth and the sun, so the side we see is dark (in other words, it's invisible to the eye).

Waxing Crescent - A small sliver of light appears on the right side (Northern Hemisphere).

First Quarter - Half of the Moon is lit on the right side. It looks like a half-Moon.

Waxing Gibbous - More than half is lit up, but it's not quite full yet.

Full Moon - The whole face of the Moon is illuminated and fully visible.

Waning Gibbous - The Moon starts losing light on the right side. (Northern Hemisphere)

Third Quarter (or Last Quarter) - Another half-Moon, but now the left side is lit.

Waning Crescent - A thin sliver of light remains on the left side before going dark again.