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40+ of the best Memorial Day deals — TVs, mattresses, headphones, and more on sale

Mashable - Wed, 05/20/2026 - 16:29
The best early Memorial Day 2026 deals: Best Amazon deal Ninja Slushi $259 (save $90.99) Get Deal Best TV deal Toshiba 65-inch C350 LED 4K Fire TV $264.99 (save $265) Get Deal Best tech deal Bose QuietComfort headphones $229 (save $120) Get Deal

The unofficial start to summer is almost here — it's now less than week away — but you don't have to wait until Memorial Day itself on May 25 to find those Memorial Day deals.

There are already deals live at Amazon, where you'll find savings of up to 40%. There are also plenty of savings from other online shopping destinations, will deals on products such as mattresses, TVs, furniture, and outdoor patio items. Plenty of brands are getting in on early MDW action — you can grab the Dyson Airwrap i.d. for $150 off and the Bose QuietComfort headphones for $120 off.

We'll be updating all the best Memorial Day deals throughout the week, so be sure to keep checking back on this page for the biggest and best savings.

Best Memorial Day Amazon deals Ninja Slushi $259 at Amazon
$349.99 Save $90.99   Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Best Buy Why we like it

What says start of the summer better than slushies on-demand? When Mashable's Leah Stodart reviewed the Ninja Slushi, pointed out the merits of the Slushi over a regular blender: No ice is required, and it keeps drinks frozen while in its cooling cylinder. From cola slushies to frosé, this might just be the ultimate summer drink machine. It has some downsides (sugar-free beverages are a no-go), but if you're a frozen drink enthusiast, this deal is worth a closer look.

More Amazon dealsBest Memorial Day TV deals Opens in a new window Credit: Toshiba Toshiba 65-inch C350 LED 4K Fire TV $264.99 at Best Buy
$529.99 Save $265   Get Deal Why we like it

Best Buy and Amazon have been racing to match prices on this Fire TV. Best Buy was initially $75 cheaper than Amazon, so Amazon dropped its sale price to keep pace. But that's only a piece of the picture demonstrating just how good this deal is. Our resident TV expert Leah Stodart pointed out this $264.99 price point is so good that it's less than the sale price of the 43-inch version of Amazon's most basic ember 4K Fire TV. In other words, if you're looking to score a solid deal on a smart TV this Memorial Day, this could be the one for you.

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Best Memorial Day mattress deals
  • Avocado: Get up to 20% off organic mattresses, bed toppers, and bedding.

  • Amerisleep: Get up to $1,000 off all mattresses and 40% off bundles

  • Bear: Get 35% off sitewide, plus $275 worth of free accessories

  • Casper: Get up to 30% off select mattresses and 35% off bundles

  • Purple: Get up to $900 off a mattress and a base

  • Helix: Get 25% off sitewide with code MEMDAY25

  • Leesa: Get 30% off select mattresses

  • Mattress Firm: Get up to 60% off select mattresses with queens starting at $189.99

  • Nectar: Get up to 50% off select mattresses and 66% off bundles

  • Saatva: Save up to $650 on mattresses including the Saatva Classic and Memory Foam Hybrid mattresses

  • Serta: Save up to $600 on select mattress and adjustable base sets

Even more Memorial Day deals
  • Brooklinen: Refresh your bedding for summer with 25% off sitewide

  • Home Depot: Save up to 40% on select appliances, 20% on select patio furniture, and up to $175 off on select tools now through May 27

  • Joybird: Take up to 45% off on bestselling furniture and up to 35% off sitewide through May 25

  • Lovesac: Save 40% sitewide through May 31

  • Lowe's: Save on appliances, grills, patio furniture, gardening supplies, and more through June 3

  • Parachute: Shop towels, bedding and more and save 25% off everything, plus 30% off on bundles.

  • Target: Target's Hello Summer Sale brings deals on summer favorites, including up to 20% off kids' outdoor toys and up to 45% off patio furniture and garden essentials

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Linux power users have been doing this for years—Windows just caught up

How-To Geek - Wed, 05/20/2026 - 16:15

I've always been a little bemused by operating system fanboys (because there is such a thing) making a fuss about a feature from one system being copied by another. Every time Android or iOS implements a feature the other did first, fans on either side are indignant.

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Google I/O: Every new feature coming to Chrome, including two AI detection tools

Mashable - Wed, 05/20/2026 - 15:58

At its annual Google I/O developers conference on Tuesday, Google announced several new features that will work with Chrome. They include two tools that make it easier to identify AI-generated content and deepfakes right in the world's most popular web browser.

First up, Google is adding its SynthID verification to Chrome "over the coming weeks," according to a company blog post. Launched three years ago, SynthID is a digital AI watermarking and detection technology from Google DeepMind that works on images, videos, and audio files. OpenAI, Kakao, and ElevenLabs are implementing SynthID into their content as well, Google said.

Google is also bringing content credential verification from the Coalition for Content Provenance and Authenticity (C2PA) to Chrome "in the coming months." Within their browser, users will be able to screen content for C2PA metadata, which denotes AI modification.

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SEE ALSO: Everything announced at the Google I/O 2026 keynote: AI, more AI, and smart glasses

Later this summer, Google's new Gemini Spark personal AI agent will work within Chrome. Powered by Gemini 3.5 Flash, Google's fresh AI model, Spark runs 24/7 in the cloud — meaning it doesn't need a local device like a laptop or Mac Mini to keep working. Spark will be available in beta to Google AI Ultra subscribers next week, Google said.

Finally, users can now attach Chrome tabs alongside queries in Google's updated AI-powered Search box, which also runs on Gemini 3.5 Flash. It works with images, videos, and files as well. This one's actually available today wherever Search's AI Mode is available.

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How to watch USA vs. Germany online for free

Mashable - Wed, 05/20/2026 - 15:45

TL;DR: Watch USA vs. Germany in the 2026 Ice Hockey World Championships for free on IIHF.TV. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

The 2026 Ice Hockey World Championships continue with more exciting contests between top international sides. USA vs. Germany is next on the schedule. Germany have really struggled so far, so USA will be expected to win this one without too much hassle.

If you're interested in watching the 2026 Ice Hockey World Championships from anywhere in the world, we've got all the information you need.

When is USA vs. Germany?

USA vs. Germany in the 2026 IIHF World Championships starts at 2:20 p.m. ET on May 20. This fixture takes place at the Swiss Life Arena in Zurich.

How to watch USA vs. Germany for free

USA vs. Germany in the 2026 Ice Hockey World Championships is available to live stream for free on IIHF.TV.

IIHF.TV is not available in some locations due to regional broadcasting restrictions (blocked locations listed here), but anyone can secure access with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in a location with access, meaning you can stream the 2026 Ice Hockey World Championships for free from anywhere in the world.

Live stream the 2026 Ice Hockey World Championships for free by following these simple steps:

  1. Sign up for a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)

  2. Download the app to your device of choice

  3. Open up the app and connect to a server in a location with access

  4. Connect to IIHF.TV

  5. Watch the 2026 Ice Hockey World Championships for free from anywhere in the world

Opens in a new window Credit: ExpressVPN ExpressVPN (1-Month Plan) $12.99 only at ExpressVPN (with money-back guarantee) Get Deal

The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but they do tend to offer pretty generous money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can watch the 2026 Ice Hockey World Championships without committing with your cash. This is obviously not a long-term strategy, but it gives you enough time to stream USA vs. Germany plus every other fixture before recovering your investment.

If you want to retain permanent access to free streaming platforms from around the world, you'll need a subscription. Fortunately, the best VPN for streaming live sport is on sale for a limited time.

What is the best VPN for the Ice Hockey World Championships?

ExpressVPN is the best choice for streaming live sport on free platforms, for a number of reasons:

  • Servers in 105 countries

  • Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more

  • Strict no-logging policy so your data is secure

  • Fast connection speeds

  • Up to 10 simultaneous connections

  • 30-day money-back guarantee

A two-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $68.40 and includes an extra four months for free — 81% off for a limited time. This plan includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.99 (with money-back guarantee).

Live stream USA vs. Germany in the 2026 Ice Hockey World Championships for free with ExpressVPN.

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How to watch the 2026 Ice Hockey World Championships online for free

Mashable - Wed, 05/20/2026 - 15:41

TL;DR: Watch the 2026 Ice Hockey World Championships for free on IIHF.TV. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

We're still buzzing from the international hockey at the 2026 Winter Olympics, but 2026 is not done yet. We know the focus of the ice hockey world is firmly fixed on the resolution of the NHL season right now, but the 2026 Ice Hockey World Championships is here to offer something to fans without a vested interest in the Stanley Cup.

This tournament doesn't have quite the same prestige as the Winter Olympics, but the 2024 World Championship was the most successful in terms of overall attendance. We're expecting this tournament in Switzerland to be just as popular as the USA, Canada, Czechia, Sweden, Finland, and other top sides battle it out on the ice.

If you're interested in watching the 2026 Ice Hockey World Championships from anywhere in the world, we've got all the information you need.

What is the Ice Hockey World Championships?

The Ice Hockey World Championships are an annual international men's ice hockey tournament organized by the International Ice Hockey Federation. 16 teams are divided into two groups for the Preliminary Round played in a single round robin format. The top-four ranked teams of each group advance to the knockout rounds.

The defending champions are Czechia.

When is the 2026 Ice Hockey World Championships?

The 2026 IIHF World Championships will take place from May 15-31. This year's tournament will be hosted by Zurich and Fribourg, Switzerland.

How to watch the 2026 Ice Hockey World Championships for free

The 2026 Ice Hockey World Championships is available to live stream for free on IIHF.TV.

IIHF.TV is not available in some locations due to regional broadcasting restrictions (blocked locations listed here), but anyone can secure access with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in a location with access, meaning you can stream the 2026 Ice Hockey World Championships for free from anywhere in the world.

Live stream the 2026 Ice Hockey World Championships for free by following these simple steps:

  1. Sign up for a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)

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

  3. Open up the app and connect to a server in a location with access

  4. Connect to IIHF.TV

  5. Watch the 2026 Ice Hockey World Championships for free from anywhere in the world

Opens in a new window Credit: ExpressVPN ExpressVPN (1-Month Plan) $12.99 only at ExpressVPN (with money-back guarantee) Get Deal

The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but they do tend to offer pretty generous money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can watch the 2026 Ice Hockey World Championships without committing with your cash. This is obviously not a long-term strategy, but it gives you enough time to stream the tournament before recovering your investment.

If you want to retain permanent access to free streaming platforms from around the world, you'll need a subscription. Fortunately, the best VPN for streaming live sport is on sale for a limited time.

What is the best VPN for the Ice Hockey World Championships?

ExpressVPN is the best choice for streaming live sport on free platforms, for a number of reasons:

  • Servers in 105 countries

  • Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more

  • Strict no-logging policy so your data is secure

  • Fast connection speeds

  • Up to 10 simultaneous connections

  • 30-day money-back guarantee

A two-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $68.40 and includes an extra four months for free — 81% off for a limited time. This plan includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.99 (with money-back guarantee).

Live stream the 2026 Ice Hockey World Championships for free with ExpressVPN.

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I gave my smart home a "dumb mode" that guests can actually understand

How-To Geek - Wed, 05/20/2026 - 15:30

Your smart home shouldn’t be hard to understand, but the reality is often a different story. You know that some lights turn on and off automatically, how to control the HVAC, and which switches should never be turned off at the wall.

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WhatsApp is testing messages that self-destruct after you read them

Mashable - Wed, 05/20/2026 - 15:25

WhatsApp is working on a new feature: Messages that disappear after you read them.

This is according to WABetaInfo, which found the feature in the latest WhatsApp for iOS beta, version 26.19.10.72.

According to the WhatsApp beta screenshot posted by the outlet, the feature will appear under the "Privacy - Default message timer" part of WhatsApp's settings. The user can choose to have the timer off, have the messages disappear after a fixed period of time (currently available options are 24 hours, 7 days, and 90 days), or "After reading."

According to the introductory text in WhatsApp, when "After reading" is selected, messages disappear "after they're read," while unread messages disappear after 24 hours. While that's a bit vague, the screenshots posted by WABetaInfo discover that this feature actually adds an additional timer, which kicks off after a message has been read. The options for this secondary timer are 5 minutes, 1 hour, or 12 hours.

The feature is not fool-proof, and WhatsApp adds a disclaimer that people "may find other ways to save messages." But it is the safest option yet if you want the messages to be read once, and only once, by the intended recipient.

SEE ALSO: WhatsApp tests Plus subscription. But what do you actually get?

It's unclear when the feature will become available widely. WhatsApp has previously tested the feature on Android, and now it's expanded it to iOS devices as well, signalling it may happen soon.

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Dreame brings Matter support and more to affordable smart locks

How-To Geek - Wed, 05/20/2026 - 15:15

Smart locks have become easier to recommend over the past few years, but there are still a few sticking points. Compatibility is one of them. Many locks work best inside a single ecosystem, and some still require extra hubs or bridges to unlock their full feature set.

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The Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select hits best-ever price before Memorial Day — save $25 with coupon

Mashable - Wed, 05/20/2026 - 14:42

SAVE $25: As of May 20, the Fire TV Stick 4K Select is on sale for $14.99 at Amazon. Use the coupon code SELECT4K to access this record-low price.

Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select $14.99 at Amazon
$39.99 Save $25 Use the coupon code SELECT4K at the checkout Get Deal

From binge-watching your favorite box sets to streaming live sports, dedicated streaming devices have become a staple in many homes.

Brands like Amazon, Google, and Roku all offer their own take on smart TV streaming, and there are options for all budgets and streaming setups. One such device is the Fire TV Stick 4K Select, an affordable way to upgrade to 4K streaming. And as of May 20, it's on sale for $14.99 at Amazon with the coupon code SELECT4K.

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The Fire TV Stick 4K Select is just one of Amazon's streaming devices. This one is designed for 4K Ultra HD watching with HDR10+ support, so movie nights are always great quality. With this device, you'll also get access to a wide range of apps including Prime Video, Netflix, YouTube, Disney+, Apple TV+, and many more, along with lots of ad-supported content.

Setup is nice and easy, just plug the device into a TV and connect to WiFi for streaming. You'll also need to power it via a wall outlet, but you'll get all you need to use it in the box.

Find this streaming device at Amazon now.

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The new Nothing Headphone (a) is already on sale at Amazon — act fast to save $30

Mashable - Wed, 05/20/2026 - 13:17

SAVE $30: As of May 20, the Nothing Headphone (a) is down to a new low price of $169 at Amazon. This is $30 off their full price of $199.

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$199 Save $30   Get Deal

Memorial Day deals have officially landed, and we've been keeping a keen eye on exciting discounts already live.

For those looking to scoop up new headphones, we've already spotted some great offers at Amazon: The new Nothing Headphone (a) is already on sale for a record-low price.

As of May 20, every available color of the Nothing Headphone (a) is down to $169 at Amazon. This deal saves you $30 on the list price of $199, marking a new low price at the retailer.

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Mashable's Bethany Allard reviewed these headphones and had high praise for them. She said: "The Nothing Headphone (a) is the best pair of headphones from Nothing, and one of the best pairs of mid-range headphones available to get, thanks to their solid all-around performance and standout battery life."

Allard adds: "Nothing backs up the great look of these headphones with a solid performance, rounding out decent sound and ANC with plenty of ease built into the user experience, topped up with truly unbeatable battery life." And if you're curious how long that battery life is? Allard says they offer, "75 hours of battery life with ANC and 135 hours without."

There's no telling how long this offer will last, so be quick to jump on this deal on the Nothing Headphone (a) at Amazon.

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Don't buy these 8 popular IKEA products until you've tried 3D printing them first

How-To Geek - Wed, 05/20/2026 - 13:00

You’re probably not going to 3D print your next sofa or dining table (even though somebody out there has probably tried), so a trip to IKEA might be the right choice. But what about those smaller, modular, expandable items that end up in your cart every time you visit?

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Jimmy Kimmel gleefully roasts footage of Trump talking about his $400 million ballroom

Mashable - Wed, 05/20/2026 - 12:46

Donald Trump talking to the media about his controversial $400 million White House ballroom in front of a noisy construction site was always going to a silver platter of potential late night jokes — and in the monologue above, Jimmy Kimmel makes the most of it.

The host has more than a few ridiculous moments to chose between, from Trump saying it's "a very complex building" and "the roof also goes down into the basement" to the president's poster boards blowing away in the wind.

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"Can you imagine the Iranians watching that this morning?" asks Kimmel. "Minutes before his deadline to bomb them he's showing off plans for the new dance floor, where he's going to cha-cha to 'YMCA'. I mean if he wasn't so dumb, it might be diabolical. But it isn't. He's dumb."

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The Magic: The Gathering Edge of Eternities Play Booster Box is only $145 at Amazon — save $20

Mashable - Wed, 05/20/2026 - 12:40

TL;DR: Amazon has the Magic: The Gathering Edge of Eternities Play Booster Box available from $143.88, down from its $164.70 list price.

Opens in a new window Credit: Magic: The Gathering Magic: The Gathering Edge of Eternities Play Booster Box (30 Packs) $143.88 at Amazon
$164.70 Save $20.82 Get Deal

If you missed out on Edge of Eternities when the Magic: The Gathering set first launched, Amazon’s latest price cut gives you a decent excuse to finally give your deckbuilding a deep space theme.

As of May 20, Amazon has the Magic: The Gathering Edge of Eternities Play Booster Box available from $143.88 through its other sellers section, down from the $164.70 list price. That works out to 13% off, saving you $20.82 before tax. Since you’re getting 30 Play Boosters in the box, you’re paying about $4.80 per pack. 

This $143.88 listing, sold by Gaming Universe Corp, comes with an expected delivery date range between May 26-28. However, if you don’t mind paying slightly more, a $144.96 listing — shipped and sold by Champion Gaming — can come as soon as May 21-22 at the time of writing. 

Walmart has the same box listed for $142.95, down from $169.99, while TCGplayer listings start from $124.97 with shipping included. So Amazon isn’t the cheapest overall, but if you prefer ordering through Amazon as your main trading card retailer, these are still decent prices for the full sealed box.

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The Edge of Eternities theme is Magic’s first proper space opera expansion, sending players into the Sothera system with alien factions, distant planets, cosmic magic, and an unstable supervoid threatening the center of it all. It also brings four newer mechanics into play: Station, Warp, Landers, and Void.

Inside the box are 30 Edge of Eternities Play Boosters. Each pack includes 14 Magic cards and one token, with one to four cards of Rare or higher rarity, three to five Uncommons, six to nine Commons, and one Land card. Every booster also includes at least one Traditional Foil, with a chance at a Foil Borderless Mythic and Traditional Foil Lands replacing regular lands in 20% of packs.

Among other MTG deals, you can still get the Magic: The Gathering Marvel's Spider-Man Scene Box at $14 off. What’s more, preorders for the official KPop Demon Hunters Trading Cards are live on Amazon

If you’re a Pokémon TCG fan, the newly-announced Pitch Black expansion is available to pre-order at TCGplayer.

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The Pokémon TCG Perfect Order Elite Trainer Box is back under $80 at Amazon — save $5 now

Mashable - Wed, 05/20/2026 - 12:37

TL;DR: Amazon has the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Elite Trainer Box on sale for $79.69, down from its $84.99 list price.

Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Elite Trainer Box $79.69 at Amazon
$84.99 Save $5.30   Get Deal

Perfect Order might not be the newest Pokémon TCG set anymore, but it’s still the most budget-friendly expansion compared to Ascended Heroes or Phantasmal Flames. 

As of May 20, Amazon has the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Elite Trainer Box back under $80, down from its $84.99 list price. This 6% discount saves you $5.30 on the sold-and-shipped-by-Amazon listing, with free delivery available. Amazon does offer lower prices from other sellers, though some of those don’t come with free Prime shipping.

Over on TCGplayer, the Perfect Order Elite Trainer Box is currently listed from as low as $70. Walmart is another slightly cheaper alternative, with a price of $78.94 at the lowest. Against TCGplayer’s $67.12 market price and $79.94 listed median, this puts Amazon’s deal slightly above market, but still close enough to be worth considering if fast, direct shipping is the priority.

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Inside the ETB, you’re getting nine Pokémon TCG Perfect Order booster packs of trading cards, one full-art foil promo card featuring Tyrunt, 65 card sleeves, 40 Energy cards, a player’s guide, six damage-counter dice, a competition-legal coin-flip die, a plastic coin, a collector’s box with six dividers, and a code card for Pokémon TCG Live. 

To get even more boosters from this expansion, you can also score the Perfect Order Booster Bundle for just under $50. As for the new Pokémon TCG expansion, you can still pre-order the Chaos Rising Booster Bundle for slightly over $60

Although currently not available on Amazon, the Pokémon TCG’s newly-announced Pitch Black expansion is available to pre-order at TCGplayer.

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The Pokémon TCG Ascended Heroes Mega Meganium ex Box is on sale at Amazon — save nearly $10

Mashable - Wed, 05/20/2026 - 12:33

TL;DR: Amazon has the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Ascended Heroes Mega Meganium ex Box available from $68.99, down from its typical $77.95 price.

Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon TCG Ascended Heroes Mega Meganium ex Box $68.99 at Amazon
$77.95 Save $8.96   Get Deal

Ascended Heroes is solidifying itself as the most expensive set in the Pokémon TCG, but you can still find price cuts on collections of booster packs if you know where to look. 

As of May 20, Amazon has the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Ascended Heroes Mega Meganium ex Box available from $68.99 with free delivery. That’s down from its typical $77.95 price, working out to an 11% discount and saving you $8.96 before tax — with delivery between May 27 and June 2. Amazon’s main listing is currently a little higher at $70.30, also down from $77.95 — also with free delivery, but with a guarantee to arrive by May 28.

If you don’t mind shopping away from Amazon, TCGplayer has unopened listings starting at $48.69 plus shipping, putting the cheapest option at $53.68 before tax. That’s only slightly above TCGplayer’s current $53.64 market price. 

Amazon is still a fine go-to if you prefer its free shipping, simple checkout, and 30-day refund or replacement window for added peace of mind. 

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Inside the box, you’ll get one foil promo card featuring Mega Meganium ex, one oversize lenticular promo card featuring Mega Meganium ex, and four Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Ascended Heroes booster packs. Because single Ascended Heroes Booster Packs on Amazon cost up to $20.99 these days, just buying four on their own would cost you $83.96, minus the promo cards. With this Meganium ex Box, its new Amazon price would save you as much as $14.97 for four packs compared to buying them individually. 

Although currently not available on Amazon, the Pokémon TCG’s newly-announced Pitch Black expansion is available to pre-order at TCGplayer.

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How to use Slicers in Excel (and why they're better than filters)

How-To Geek - Wed, 05/20/2026 - 12:30

Standard Excel filters have their place for specific workflows, but they become a headache when you need to explore data quickly. Instead of burying criteria in nested menus, you can use slicers to create an instant, visual control panel.

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Daily Shows Ronny Chieng breaks down Trumps $1.8 billion slush fund

Mashable - Wed, 05/20/2026 - 12:30

Announced on Monday, Donald Trump's Department of Justice handed the U.S. president a $1.8 billion fund financed by taxpayers, which could be used to compensate Trump's allies — including those prosecuted for the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol. The "Anti-Weaponisation Fund" was established by the DoJ "in exchange" for the Trump family to drop their $10 billion lawsuit against Trump's IRS disclosing their tax returns.

If all this sounds...off to you, critics have called out Trump's "slush fund," including late show hosts like Stephen Colbert — and The Daily Show's Ronny Chieng breaks it down in the clip above.

"If you're confused by what's going on here, I went to law school OK? So let me explain it to you visually," said Chieng, showing a graphic to demonstrate. "Donald Trump, the man, is suing the IRS, which happens to be headed by Donald Trump, the president, which then reached a settlement with the Justice Department, headed by a man named Donald Trump, to create a slush fund controlled by, you guessed it, Donald Trump."

"This guy's playing 5D Chess with corruption here," the host later added. "I bet he's building the ballroom just so he can do a slip and fall."

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Sony XM5 headphones are under $250 in Amazons huge Memorial Day sale

Mashable - Wed, 05/20/2026 - 12:21

SAVE OVER $100: As of May 20, the Sony XM5 headphones are on sale for $248 at Amazon. This is $151.99 off the list price of $399.99.

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If you've been looking for some new headphones, it's worth checking out Amazon's Memorial Day deals. This sale event is stacked with some nice offers at the moment, including a discount on Sony XM5 headphones. These are a pair of headphones we think very highly of, and they're currently on sale for $248 at Amazon.

The Sony XM5 headphones usually retail for $399.99, so this deal saves you just over $150. It's also incredibly close to their lowest-ever price of $243, so why not grab them now? Every available color is down to this price, so you can find your favorite model at the same low price.

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The newer XM6 headphones and brand new 1000X the Collexion headphones are available to buy right now, but the XM5s are a pair we still think are worth every cent. We gave them an honorable mention on our list of the best headphones, writing: "Originally released in 2022, the Sony XM5 headphones are still legendary. They had unbeatable ANC and sound for the money, and even in 2026, they sound shockingly good."

In our comparison of the Sony WH-1000XM6 vs. Sony WH-1000XM5, Mashable's Bethany Allard also said, "Despite being a 2022 release, the XM5s are far from feeling outdated at this point in time, making them a great option for sound quality, comfort, and noise cancellation."

This Memorial Day deal may not last for long. Act fast to save on the Sony XM5s while the offer is still live at Amazon.

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Robot vacuum deals are live ahead of Memorial Day — the Shark AV2501S AI Ultra robot vacuum is under $300

Mashable - Wed, 05/20/2026 - 12:17

SAVE $250: As of May 20, the Shark AV2501S AI Ultra robot vacuum is on sale for $299.99 at Amazon. That's a 45% discount on the list price.

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The Shark AV2501S AI Ultra robot vacuum is back on sale at Amazon, and if you're looking for a device to take cleaning out of your hands for good, this is the one.

As of May 20, you can find the Shark AV2501S AI Ultra robot vacuum for $250 less than the usual list price, now down to $299.99. It's a great option if you don't want to manually control it or empty it daily, and it even works in homes with pets.

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This is a powerful robot vacuum that uses Matrix Clean Navigation to clean your floors in a structured grid pattern, taking multiple passes over areas with stubborn dirt. It includes a self-emptying, bagless base that stores up to 30 days of dirt and debris, along with a HEPA filtration system that captures and traps 99.97% of dust and allergens. It also self navigates using 360° LiDAR vision for home mapping. It can even dodge objects around the house, like shoes or furniture legs.

For even greater ease, this vacuum can also be controlled using Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant for hands-free use. You don't even need to get up off the couch.

This robot vacuum deal is available at Amazon now.

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Child safety organizations accuse Roblox of violating FTC rules

Mashable - Wed, 05/20/2026 - 12:00

Online safety organizations have filed a letter to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), asking the agency to formally assess Roblox's alleged risks to children. 

The Request for Investigation, submitted by child safety nonprofit Fairplay and the National Center on Sexual Exploitation (NCOSE), argues that Roblox's design features and advertising violate portions of the FTC Act in ways that endanger minor users.

"The FTC has the authority to stop Roblox from raking in billions of dollars in profit every year at the expense of our children’s safety and healthy development. We call on the commission to investigate Roblox’s unfair trade practices and acts, and to scrutinize the platform’s compliance with children’s online privacy law," Fairplay policy counsel Haley Hinkle wrote in a press release.

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The organizations claim the platform is specifically violating Section 5 of the FTC Act, the federal regulation that prohibits unfair or deceptive acts or practices, including false advertising. 

The letter urges the agency to investigate Roblox's marketing of virtual currency (Robux), its chat and communication tools, and its use of "engagement-maximizing design features" as unfair conduct under Section 5. It argues that Roblox's representation of platform safety features and the developmental appropriateness of Roblox activities is deceptive.

The organizations are also asking the FTC to scrutinize Roblox's compliance with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), which governs the online collection of personal information for children under 13. The letter claims the platform gathers a "substantial amount of data" that could be linked to players' usernames.

"Despite our warnings over the years, Roblox refused to make changes to protect children from harm, only recently making some design changes to prevent unknown adults from contacting children," Haley McNamara, executive director of NCOSE, wrote. "Roblox has a history of harm and callousness towards children and concerned parents, and must be investigated by the FTC for the sake of children worldwide."

Other groups, including the Consumer Federation of America, Jonathan Haidt’s The Anxious Generation Movement, and ParentsSOS, signed on in support.  

In a statement to Mashable, a Roblox spokesperson said:

Roblox strongly disputes these claims. Our platform is designed to provide a positive, healthy and enjoyable experience — we build for fun and connection, not short-term engagement. While no system can be perfect, we have a set of safeguards designed to support a safe and civil environment, and clear policies for game creators that require fair treatment of players.

Most games on Roblox are free to play and no-one is required to purchase Robux. In the first quarter of 2026, only 1.4% of our 132 million daily active users were payers on the platform. In addition, we have clear policies prohibiting both actual and simulated gambling, and a set of rules governing how game creators can use gameplay mechanics like paid random items.

Roblox has faced multiple lawsuits filed by individuals, parents, and state attorneys general that allege the platform is not doing enough to protect young users. In 2023, a cohort of families whose children allegedly encountered inappropriate content on the platform filed a class-action lawsuit against Roblox. The claim similarly accused Roblox of "negligent misrepresentation and false advertising," and started a wave of criticism that the child gaming site was enabling child predators

This was followed by a slew of lawsuits in 2025, including a Louisiana filing that claimed Roblox intentionally failed to implement safety measures intended to curb child sex abuse materials (CSAM). Texas attorney general Ken Paxton filed a lawsuit in November, claiming Roblox flagrantly ignored online safety laws and deceived parents. Paxton has since taken aim at streaming giant Netflix and its data collection policies for child users

In response to growing concerns, Roblox has unveiled additional platform safety features, including global age verification and age-gated child accounts for users under 16. Over the past few years, the platform has also introduced linked parent accounts, expanded parental supervision tools, and additional AI-powered chat moderation features.

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