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With everything going on in the world right now – from Trump's recent attack on Venezuela to his threats over Greenland – Jimmy Kimmel has a feeling America isn't too popular.

"You know, I hate to break it to you guys, but we, the shining beacon of democracy, America — we are the bad guys now. Remember the good old days where people from other countries, eh they thought we were annoying because we talk too loud and we wore cut off shorts into museums, and did chest bumps and wore fanny packs into the Vatican? Sometimes we'd go to Paris and say 'You're welcome for the war'? Well now they hate us for real stuff. Our neighbors hate us, Mexico's mad at us, Canada's mad at us...we're that house at the end of the block where the nice old lady used to live, and then her son-in-law moved in and started letting his dogs run wild and biting children. If this was a movie, this country was once the Karate Kid. Now we're Billy Zabka."

Elsewhere, Jon Stewart also painted a fairly grim world picture on the Daily Show.

SAVE OVER $90: As of Jan. 13, the Apple 2024 Mac mini has dropped to $499.99 at Amazon. This is $99.01 off its list price of $599.

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If you're an Apple user who's been on the hunt for a desktop computer, Amazon has knocked nearly $100 off the price of the Apple 2024 Mac mini. As of Jan. 13, it's on sale for $499.99.

The Mac mini is normally listed for $599, so this deal saves you $99.01 in total. Fitted with the M4 chip, it's a device that's well worth looking into, especially while it's on sale. Writer Matt Binder even makes the argument that you should get it over the M4 MacBook Pro, if you aren't needing a portable computer to take on the go.

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Binder explains that this is because the "base model M4 Mac mini has the exact same specs, but comes with a slightly smaller 256GB SSD drive." Given the Mac mini's usual price of $599, this is "one thousand dollars in savings" over the MacBook Pro. Again, if you're not needing a laptop specifically, it's a great stationary pick with a compact design of just five by five inches.

Alongside the M4 chip, 10‑core CPU, 10‑core GPU, and 256GB SSD, it also features Thunderbolt, HDMI, and Gigabit Ethernet ports on the back and, on the front, USB-C ports and a headphone jack.

Don't miss out on the Apple 2024 Mac mini down to $499.99 at Amazon.

TL;DR: The Samsung Odyssey G5 gaming monitor is now only $249.99 at Amazon.

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It turns out, when looking around for sales on some of the best gaming tech brands, you don’t have to wait for Prime Day or Black Friday to get a good deal that won’t break the bank. As of Jan. 13, the 32-inch Samsung Odyssey G5 QHD gaming monitor is now available for $249.99 on Amazon, a 42% discount from its original list price of $429.99.

The 32-inch G5 monitor offers the best value for money without a doubt, but it's worth noting that the 27-inch version is still a solid deal if you’re working with a very limited-sized gaming space.

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Whichever version of the Odyssey G5 you go with, you’re still being treated to the very best from QHD: with a fast IPS panel for clear colors, VESA DisplayHDR 400 for deeper contrast, refresh rates up to 180FPS thanks to AMD Radeon FreeSync, and G-Sync compatibility to reduce screen-lag and image tearing. 

When playing fast-paced shooters like Battlefield 6 or Fortnite, visual perfection is a must, and that's what this monitor provides. The Odyssey G5’s stand is also entirely adjustable — letting you swivel and tilt the monitor until it's set just right for perfection-level comfort. 

Speaking of video games, Battlefield 6 is actually still $30 off both on PS5 and Series X right now. What’s more, the 32-inch Hisense A4 TV is on sale for $99.99, so you can upgrade your living room setup on a budget.

We're almost halfway through the month, and we're nearing the end of the current lunar cycle. It's day 24, which means the moon is slowly disappearing. By the 29th day, there'll be nothing to see at all.

There's still a glimpse to see tonight, however, so dust off any viewing gear and head outside to see what you can spot.

What is today’s Moon phase?

As of Tuesday, Jan. 13, the Moon phase is Waning Crescent. According to NASA's Daily Moon Guide, 24% of the Moon will be lit up tonight.

If you don't have any viewing gear, not to worry, there's still features to be spotted with just your naked eye. These include the Kepler Crater and the Oceanus Procellarum. If you have a pair of binoculars, these will help you to see these plus the Grimaldi Basin and the Mare Humorum. Lucky moon-gazers will a telescope will see all of this and catch extra sightings of the Apollo 12 landing spot and the Schiller Crater.

When is the next Full Moon?

The next Full Moon will be on Feb. 1. The last full moon was on Jan. 3.

What are Moon phases?

According to NASA, the Moon takes about 29.5 days to complete a full orbit, a period known as the lunar cycle. As it moves around Earth, the Moon goes through a series of eight distinct phases. The same side of the Moon always faces our planet, but the sunlight hitting it changes depending on its position in orbit. This is why the Moon can appear fully lit, partially lit, or completely dark at different times. The eight phases that make up the lunar cycle 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.

Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you love Cajun food.

If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.

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Originally created by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, Wordle rapidly spread to become an international phenomenon, with thousands of people around the globe playing every day. Alternate Wordle versions created by fans also sprang up, including battle royale Squabble, music identification game Heardle, and variations like Dordle and Quordle that make you guess multiple words at once. 

Wordle eventually became so popular that it was purchased by the New York Times, and TikTok creators even livestream themselves playing.

What's the best Wordle starting word?

The best Wordle starting word is the one that speaks to you. But if you prefer to be strategic in your approach, we have a few ideas to help you pick a word that might help you find the solution faster. One tip is to select a word that includes at least two different vowels, plus some common consonants like S, T, R, or N.

What happened to the Wordle archive?

The entire archive of past Wordle puzzles was originally available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it, but it was later taken down, with the website's creator stating it was done at the request of the New York Times. However, the New York Times then rolled out its own Wordle Archive, available only to NYT Games subscribers.

Is Wordle getting harder?

It might feel like Wordle is getting harder, but it actually isn't any more difficult than when it first began. You can turn on Wordle's Hard Mode if you're after more of a challenge, though.

SEE ALSO: NYT Pips hints, answers for January 13, 2026 Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:

A popular New Orleans dish.

Does today's Wordle answer have a double letter?

There are no recurring letters.

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

Today's Wordle starts with the letter G.

SEE ALSO: Wordle-obsessed? These are the best word games to play IRL. The Wordle answer today is...

Get your last guesses in now, because it's your final chance to solve today's Wordle before we reveal the solution.

Drumroll please!

The solution to today's Wordle is...

GUMBO

Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be a new Wordle for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.

Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.

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Reporting by Chance Townsend, Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.

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Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to the latest Wordle.

The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult to solve if you love game night.

Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.

If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for today's Connections solution. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.

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The NYT's latest daily word game has become a social media hit. The Times credits associate puzzle editor Wyna Liu with helping to create the new word game and bringing it to the publications' Games section. Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common.

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Each puzzle features 16 words and each grouping of words is split into four categories. These sets could comprise of anything from book titles, software, country names, etc. Even though multiple words will seem like they fit together, there's only one correct answer.

If a player gets all four words in a set correct, those words are removed from the board. Guess wrong and it counts as a mistake—players get up to four mistakes until the game ends.

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Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media.

SEE ALSO: NYT Pips hints, answers for January 13, 2026 Here's a hint for today's Connections categories

Want a hint about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:

• Yellow: Gifts

• Green: To push

• Blue: Board game character

• Purple: Body parts

Here are today's Connections categories

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

• Yellow: Present go-withs

• Green: Jostle

• Blue: Accessories for Mr. Monopoly

• Purple: Parts of the foot plus starting letter

Looking for Wordle today? Here's the answer to today's Wordle.

Ready for the answers? This is your last chance to turn back and solve today's puzzle before we reveal the solutions.

Drumroll, please!

The solution to today's Connections #947 is...

What is the answer to Connections today

• Present go-withs: BOW, CARD, GIFT WRAP, RIBBON

• Jostle: ELBOW, PRESS, SHOULDER, SHOVE

• Accessories for Mr. Monopoly: BOWTIE, CANE, MONEYBAG, TOPHAT

• Parts of the foot plus starting letter: OTOE, PARCH, RANKLE, WHEEL

Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be new Connections for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.

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

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

Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you love a quick meal.

Strands, the New York Times' elevated word-search game, requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns. Every single letter in the grid will be part of an answer. There's always a theme linking every solution, along with the "spangram," a special, word or phrase that sums up that day's theme, and spans the entire grid horizontally or vertically.

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By providing an opaque hint and not providing the word list, Strands creates a brain-teasing game that takes a little longer to play than its other games, like Wordle and Connections.

If you're feeling stuck or just don't have 10 or more minutes to figure out today's puzzle, we've got all the NYT Strands hints for today's puzzle you need to progress at your preferred pace.

SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Answer, hints for January 13, 2026 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for January 13, 2026 NYT Strands hint for today’s theme: You need to chill

The words are related to coolness.

Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explained

These words describe cool eats.

NYT Strands spangram hint: Is it vertical or horizontal?

Today's NYT Strands spangram is horizontal.

NYT Strands spangram answer today

Today's spangram is Frozen Food.

NYT Strands word list for January 13

• Vegetables

• Waffles

• Frozen Food

• Pizza

• Popsicles

• Sherbet

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Garmin is one of the most popular brands in the fitness tracker market, and the Forerunner range is particularly popular with runners (I'm a big fan of the Forerunner 955). Designed with running front and center, all the Forerunner watches focus on accurate GPS tracking, detailed performance metrics, and tools that help runners plan, monitor, and adjust their workouts over time.

Watches in the range differ vastly in price as well as what they can offer. There are entry-level models that cover the basics of distance covered and heart rate, as well as more advanced options with features like training readiness, recovery insights, and in-depth performance analytics.

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The Forerunner 55 is considered an entry-level watch in the Forerunner range; it has GPS tracking, running-specific stats, and a price point that makes it beginner-friendly. But can it actually replace a personal coach for half-marathon training?

Why the Garmin Forerunner 55 is a great running companion

There are many features built-in to this smartwatch that will aid you in whatever running goal you have in mind. Built-in GPS helps track your distance, pace, and route accurately without needing a phone. Not only does this make it easy to map long training runs and monitor progress, it helps you compare your performance over time. Sometimes the best motivation is seeing how far you've come. GPS also makes stats like pace and elevation far more accurate, so you know exactly what you're running.

And while we should all listen to our bodies first and foremost, the Forerunner 55 comes with a recovery time tool that might be the nudge you need to rest. Admitting you need a rest or deload isn't always easy, especially when you feel like you're on a roll, but if your watch is telling you that you need more hours of recovery, you know you should probably listen. This is a great tool to prevent overtraining, which also reduces your injury risk over time.

Having a real-life coach is a great way to know what to run each day, but your watch can tell you this too. One of the most coach-like features is the daily suggested workouts. Based on your recent runs, pace, and estimated fitness level, the watch recommends what you should do each day, whether an easy recovery run, a tempo session, or intervals. It will even recommend rest days when you're close to overtraining or if you've not slept well. Of course, this won’t replace the super personalized adjustments a real coach might make, but it is a practical (and affordable) way to keep your training on track.

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The race predictor feature is also a great training tool. This is a stat that uses your recent performance and VO₂ max data to estimate finish times for common distances, including the half marathon. This is a motivating tool but it also gives you a realistic benchmark as you train. The watch also includes PacePro, which uses pacing strategies to help you stick to your target effort by guiding you through splits and pacing zones during a run. Use this during tempo sessions or interval workouts to help you hit your paces.

Can the Garmin Forerunner 55 replace a running coach?

The Garmin Forerunner 55 has plenty of features to support your training, making it a great companion if you’re running for enjoyment or general fitness. However, for those with a more ambitious running goal, a running coach can provide personalized guidance, tailored workouts, and personal adjustments that a watch can’t replicate. For most casual or beginner runners, the Forerunner 55 is more than enough to shave seconds off your PR.

Where to buy the Garmin Forerunner 55

You can purchase the Garmin Forerunner 55 at many retailers, including Walmart and Best Buy. Prices vary through the year, but as of Jan. 13, it is on sale for $149 at Amazon.

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The world, as Jon Stewart describes it in his latest Daily Show monologue, is currently "a confusing, dark place."

In the 20-minute video above, the host unpacks recent events, from ICE's fatal shooting of 37-year-old woman Renee Good in Minneapolis to Trump's attack on Venezuela and threats to Greenland.

"In America today, Donald Trump is the sun — and if you revolve around him and worship him his warmth shines upon you," Stewart concludes. "You could shoot someone on 5th avenue and not lose his support, as long as it's done on his behalf. But if you do not support him – if you live in the darkness of what I guess we will refer to from now on as blue states, fearing the day he turns his wrath towards you – whether you're a single human woman on a side street somewhere in Minneapolis, or a sovereign nation that happens to have land an resources we, a larger sovereign nation, think we also might want.

"And so his people are making a bet: that adhering to a principle of forced compliance and coercion will give us a more stable and prosperous America than a principle of shared alliance and common interest. It's kind of a tough bet, because I read somewhere – I don't know where – that people have inalienable rights granted by a creator, not a king. So holding that coerced world together is going to be kind of a tall task."