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All the main power tool brands make a ton of excellent tools and accessories, and you probably own several. And while each brand has its fair share of fans, they're all somewhat similar in their offerings. That said, the tool lineups are different, and what gives Milwaukee an advantage isn't what you think.

When foldable phones were first introduced, they felt both groundbreaking and nostalgic. However, the category has started to feel stale, with few truly groundbreaking upgrades in recent years. That is why I am waiting until 2027 to buy a foldable phone, as the competition appears likely to become much more intense by then.

Are you bored of 3D printing life hacks, Gridfinity bins, and other useful objects? Let your inner fool flourish with some of the most annoying 3D prints you can make, from loud and obnoxious to obtuse and irritating.

Much of the country is enduring what could become a historic heat wave as we approach the July 4th holiday weekend. Although many of us can escape the heat in our cars during our daily commute, not every luxury feature is helpful when the mercury soars.

Netflix's lineup of new movies in July includes entertaining sequels, riveting documentaries, and tons of star power. The streamer is releasing the third installment in its popular Enola Holmes franchise on July 1. The movie marks the return of Millie Bobby Brown as the youngest sleuth in an iconic literary family.

Being so famous you could send your friends a meme that's actually you is the ultimate flex, according to Mindy Kaling.

Interviewed by pal Amy Poehler on her podcast Good Hang, the star talks about her latest comedy Not Suitable for Work (with a guest question from the Hulu series' star Avantika), and the pair chat about their shared rise to fame through improv, interning on Late Night with Conan O'Brien, their love for Saturday Night Live, and not agreeing on a capella.

Best bit?

Kaling and Poehler really get into all things The Office, of which Kaling wrote more episodes of than any other writer, and was the only woman in the writers room. Kaling talks about how she ended up playing the iconic Kelly Kapoor, and as promised, they chat about the fact that they're both memes.

"I love being a meme. It makes me feel young," says Kaling.

"Are you kidding me? It's my dream," responds Pohler. "I've actually been like, can I send people my own memes?"

"Oh, do it. It's such a mic drop," says Kaling.

"It's such a weird...but there's no higher compliment," says Poehler.

"I send people memes of Kelly saying, 'This day is bananas,' all day long," says Kaling.

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One of the most common reasons for switching to Linux is to breathe some life into older hardware, which often struggles with Windows' increasingly bloated demands. While that is a great reason to switch, the performance boost isn't actually what I've enjoyed the most about switching to Linux—the user-first approach is.

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De’Longhi has expanded its Classic Espresso Machine lineup with two new finishes: Matte Black and Stainless Steel. Both models build on last year’s launch, continuing the brand’s push to make café-style espresso more approachable for everyday home setups.

At the core, they’re designed around the same idea — simple, compact machines that aim to bring espresso, lattes, cappuccinos, and more into reach without a steep learning curve.

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The De’Longhi Classic Espresso Machine in Matte Black is the more affordable way into making café-style coffee at home. Priced at $149.95 in the U.S., it has a matte black finish and a steam wand that froths milk or plant-based alternatives.

It uses 9-bar pressure to pull espresso shots and heats up quickly with thermoblock technology so it’s ready to brew fast. You can choose single or double shots with preset buttons, and save your preferred drink size. With an adjustable tray, 57 oz water tank, and included tamper and filter baskets, it’s an easy, no-fuss setup.

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The De’Longhi Classic Espresso Machine in Stainless Steel is designed as a step-up option for anyone who wants café-style drinks with a bit more control. It’s priced at $179.95 in the U.S. and $229.95 in Canada. The classic espresso machine pairs a premium stainless steel finish with versatile 2-setting steam wand for milk-based drinks like cappuccinos, lattes, and iced americanos.

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Inside, it uses a 15-bar pump that delivers consistent 9-bar extraction with auto-stop for repeatable espresso shots, along with a thermoblock system that heats quickly and maintains stable temperature. You can pull single or double shots at the press of a button, then adjust drinks using the steam wand, which produces everything from steamed milk to microfoam — and also dispenses hot water for americanos and tea.

If you're looking for a brilliant interview between two icons at the top of their game, watch Keke Palmer interviewing Michelle Buteau.

On the latest episode of Baby, This is Keke Palmer, the podcast host (and Mashable 101 alumnus) chats with the Survival of the Thickest and Babes star and it's simply glorious to watch. The pair talk about the latest and final season of Buteau's Netflix show, her history-making Radio City Music Hall show, motherhood, growing up in Central Jersey with Caribbean heritage, the worst interview questions ("What would you ask your younger self?"), and they play a chaotic game of Password.

Best bit?

Palmer and Buteau's conversation about body confidence and the exhausting shaming comments Buteau's been told about by people in her life, from her family to producers.

"I always say representation is so important, because if you don't see yourself, how do you ever know that you could be it? And how do you learn about anybody else, if you're just seeing the same type of people all the time, the same type of bodies?" says Buteau, explaining how she found her now-signature sense of self love and confidence despite these negative comments.

SEE ALSO: Keke Palmer and 'The 'Burbs' co-stars and creator weigh in on taboo shows and tinned fish

"I was angry for a while, and comedy really saved me because I was able to talk about it, make it funny, yell, and eventually go the therapy," Buteau later adds. "But I'm thankful for those experiences, because when people say we fight for joy, I fight for it, within myself, for everybody else. And now I know how to love my children and how to raise them. Because I'm like, it ain't about even me, it's you, this is your body. The most important relationship you will ever have is the one you have with yourself.

"So I am actually thankful for those experiences because they really have taught me how to live in an unbridled, joyful way where nobody can fucking touch it."

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SAVE OVER $10: As of July 1, the Lego Technic Planet Earth and Moon in Orbit (42179) is on sale for $61.99 at Amazon. That's $13 off its list price of $74.99.

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This year's Prime Day sale was a great time to stock up on Lego, but just because it's over doesn't mean the deals have all disappeared.

We're still finding some offers worth taking advantage of at Amazon, like this discount on the Lego Technic Planet Earth and Moon in Orbit (42179). As of July 1, it's had $13 slashed off its price tag at the retailer, bringing it down to $61.99.

Amazon's store page notes that this is a 90-day low price for this set and according to price tracker camelcamelcamel, it's just over $2 away from its lowest-ever price of $59.95. If you've had your eye on it, now is an excellent time to grab it for less.

SEE ALSO: Lego's Olivia Rodrigo collab just dropped: Where to buy, preorder details, price

The Lego Technic Planet Earth and Moon in Orbit comes with 526 pieces that create a very cool build of the earth, sun, and moon in orbit. And since it's a Technic build, it has mechanical elements as well. Those elements appear through a crank that, when turned, shows how the earth and moon orbit around the sun. That's cool.

It may be recommended for ages 10 and up, but this set looks like something every age can enjoy.

If you've been hoping to add the Lego Technic Planet Earth and Moon in Orbit to your collection, don't miss out on this great deal at Amazon.

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TL;DR: Live stream Sierra vs. Gauff in Wimbledon 2026 for free on BBC iPlayer. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

While the World Cup takes over the USA, one of the country's biggest stars is in action at Wimbledon. Coco Gauff takes to the court to face Argentinian youngster Solana Sierra in the second round.

For Gauff this could prove a huge challenge. The 22-year-old has previously won the U.S. and French Open but she's never progressed beyond the fourth round of Wimbledon. A convincing victory over Sierra could put Gauff on track for a good run at the Wimbledon title.

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

How to watch Sierra vs. Gauff for free

Sierra vs. Gauff in Wimbledon 2026 is available to live stream for free on BBC iPlayer.

BBC iPlayer is geo-restricted to the UK, but anyone can access this free streaming platform with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in the UK, meaning you can unblock free live streams on sites like BBC iPlayer from anywhere in the world.

Live stream Wimbledon 2026 for free by following these simple steps:

1. Sign up for a streaming-friendly VPN (we recommend 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 the UK

4. Visit BBC iPlayer

5. Live stream Wimbledon 2026 for free from anywhere in the world

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The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but they do tend to offer money-back guarantees and free trials. By leveraging these offers, you can unblock BBC iPlayer without committing with your cash. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it gives you plenty of time to live stream Wimbledon 2026 before recovering your investment. It's a sneaky trick, but it works.

ExpressVPN's regular 30-day money back guarantee is not available for any subscriptions purchased during the FIFA World Cup between June 10 and July 11. ExpressVPN remains our top pick for Wimbledon, but you will need to pay the monthly rate. Alternatively, Proton VPN still offers that all-important money-back guarantee.

What is the best VPN for Wimbledon?

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

• Servers in 105 countries including the UK

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

• Strict no-logging policy so your data is always secure

• Fast streaming speeds free from throttling

• Up to eight simultaneous connections

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. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.99. That covers you for the duration of Wimbledon.

TL;DR: Live stream Sabalenka vs. Kessler in Wimbledon 2026 for free on BBC iPlayer. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

Wimbledon is sure to give the World Cup a run for its money over the next few weeks.

Today's Wimbledon action features Aryna Sabalenka in a second-round match against American opponent McCartney Kessler. Women's top seed Sabalenka is aiming to bounce back from disappointment at the French Open and claim her first-ever Wimbledon title. It's the one Grand Slam final she's never played. Is 2026 the year the Belarusian star goes all the way?

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

How to watch Sabalenka vs. Kessler for free

Sabalenka vs. Kessler in Wimbledon 2026 is available to live stream for free on BBC iPlayer.

BBC iPlayer is geo-restricted to the UK, but anyone can access this free streaming platform with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in the UK, meaning you can unblock free live streams on sites like BBC iPlayer from anywhere in the world.

Live stream Wimbledon 2026 for free by following these simple steps:

1. Sign up for a streaming-friendly VPN (we recommend 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 the UK

4. Visit BBC iPlayer

5. Live stream Wimbledon 2026 for free from anywhere in the world

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

The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but they do tend to offer money-back guarantees and free trials. By leveraging these offers, you can unblock BBC iPlayer without committing with your cash. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it gives you plenty of time to live stream Wimbledon 2026 before recovering your investment. It's a sneaky trick, but it works.

ExpressVPN's regular 30-day money back guarantee is not available for any subscriptions purchased during the FIFA World Cup between June 10 and July 11. ExpressVPN remains our top pick for Wimbledon, but you will need to pay the monthly rate. Alternatively, Proton VPN still offers that all-important money-back guarantee.

What is the best VPN for Wimbledon?

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

• Servers in 105 countries including the UK

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

• Strict no-logging policy so your data is always secure

• Fast streaming speeds free from throttling

• Up to eight simultaneous connections

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. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.99. That covers you for the duration of Wimbledon.

TL;DR: Live stream Tsitsipas vs. Djokovic in Wimbledon 2026 for free on BBC iPlayer. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

As the World Cup continues to take over North America, Wimbledon serves up a third day of world class tennis action. Today sees top stars take to the court including Jannik Sinner and the one-and-only Novak Djokovic, who plays unseeded Greek opponent Stefanos Tsitsipas.

Serbian superstar Djokovic has slipped down the rankings — he enters Wimbledon as the No. 7 seed — and he was one of many top names who took an early exit at the French Open. But the 39-year-old is still one of the GOATs of tennis and wants to claim another title to add to his incredible career record of 24 Grand Slams.

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

How to watch Tsitsipas vs. Djokovic for free

Tsitsipas vs. Djokovic in Wimbledon 2026 is available to live stream for free on BBC iPlayer.

BBC iPlayer is geo-restricted to the UK, but anyone can access this free streaming platform with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in the UK, meaning you can unblock free live streams on sites like BBC iPlayer from anywhere in the world.

Live stream Wimbledon 2026 for free by following these simple steps:

1. Sign up for a streaming-friendly VPN (we recommend 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 the UK

4. Visit BBC iPlayer

5. Live stream Wimbledon 2026 for free from anywhere in the world

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

The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but they do tend to offer money-back guarantees and free trials. By leveraging these offers, you can unblock BBC iPlayer without committing with your cash. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it gives you plenty of time to live stream Wimbledon 2026 before recovering your investment. It's a sneaky trick, but it works.

ExpressVPN's regular 30-day money back guarantee is not available for any subscriptions purchased during the FIFA World Cup between June 10 and July 11. ExpressVPN remains our top pick for Wimbledon, but you will need to pay the monthly rate. Alternatively, Proton VPN still offers that all-important money-back guarantee.

What is the best VPN for Wimbledon?

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

• Servers in 105 countries including the UK

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

• Strict no-logging policy so your data is always secure

• Fast streaming speeds free from throttling

• Up to eight simultaneous connections

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. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.99. That covers you for the duration of Wimbledon.

TL;DR: Live stream Sinner vs. Borges in Wimbledon 2026 for free on BBC iPlayer. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

After a nervy first round for Jannik Sinner at Wimbledon — a match that unexpectedly went to five sets — the world No. 1 is back in action against Portugal's Nuno Borges.

Italian superstar Sinner is looking to dominate his unseeded opponent and prove that his shock exit from last month's French Open was just a blip. With most eyes on the World Cup it's easy to overlook just how exciting the action is from this Grand Slam.

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

How to watch Sinner vs. Borges for free

Sinner vs. Borges in Wimbledon 2026 is available to live stream for free on BBC iPlayer.

BBC iPlayer is geo-restricted to the UK, but anyone can access this free streaming platform with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in the UK, meaning you can unblock free live streams on sites like BBC iPlayer from anywhere in the world.

Live stream Wimbledon 2026 for free by following these simple steps:

1. Sign up for a streaming-friendly VPN (we recommend 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 the UK

4. Visit BBC iPlayer

5. Live stream Wimbledon 2026 for free from anywhere in the world

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

The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but they do tend to offer money-back guarantees and free trials. By leveraging these offers, you can unblock BBC iPlayer without committing with your cash. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it gives you plenty of time to live stream Wimbledon 2026 before recovering your investment. It's a sneaky trick, but it works.

ExpressVPN's regular 30-day money back guarantee is not available for any subscriptions purchased during the FIFA World Cup between June 10 and July 11. ExpressVPN remains our top pick for Wimbledon, but you will need to pay the monthly rate. Alternatively, Proton VPN still offers that all-important money-back guarantee.

What is the best VPN for Wimbledon?

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

• Servers in 105 countries including the UK

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

• Strict no-logging policy so your data is always secure

• Fast streaming speeds free from throttling

• Up to eight simultaneous connections

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. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.99. That covers you for the duration of Wimbledon.

Daters are a bit fickle with their feelings on AI, with some saying companion AI is a dealbreaker but still using it to conjure up messages to a potential date. But a new survey from the dating app Hily suggests that it's sexy to be a Luddite.

Sixty percent of Gen Z and 54 percent of millennials would find someone extremely attractive if they admitted to never using AI to make personal decisions, according to a Hily survey of 3,500 American Gen Z and millennial daters.

SEE ALSO: What's dating in 2026 like? Single women tell all.

Meanwhile, 64 percent of Gen Z and 56 percent of millennial daters wouldn't date someone who does. Even more (75 percent of Gen Z and 68 percent of millennials) would be immediately turned off if a date used AI to decide whether they should go on a second date.

Among Gen Zers who wouldn't date someone who regularly used AI to make decisions, the top three dealbreakers are using AI to analyze a relationship conflict (75 percent), processing emotions like a therapist (69 percent), and seeking career advice (56 percent).

Asking AI about private matters is also a red flag, this survey suggests. Sixty-two percent of Gen Z and 53 percent of millennial daters in the U.S. wouldn't date someone who asks AI whether something in their sex life is healthy. The numbers jump up slightly (66 percent of Gen Z and 54 percent of millennials) when it comes to being uncomfortable if a date discusses their sex life with AI.

If you look at the full survey responses, you'll see that respondents were made to respond on a gradient of "completely agree" to "completely disagree" on sentences like, "I wouldn't feel comfortable if someone I was dating discussed our sex life with AI."

So it's not as if all the respondents came to these conclusions totally on their own, but the results are still telling. As people, including singles, continue to adopt AI, there's a growing contingent opposed to its use — so much so that it's a red flag.

If you've been looking for an Intel-powered NAS with multiple NVMe drive slots, then TerraMaster's brand-new F4-425 Pro NAS is definitely worth considering. With dual 5GbE networking ports, an easy-to-disassemble design, user-upgradable RAM, and more, this NAS could be the perfect choice for your next media server build.

OpenClaw, the AI agent formerly known as Moltbot, formerly known as Clawdbot, is coming to a smartphone near you.

On Tuesday, the company announced in a post on X that its AI agents are now available on iOS and Android.

SEE ALSO: Gemini Spark is Google's answer to OpenClaw. 3 reasons why it might be better.

"Native mobile apps, finally," reads the post. "Agents in your pocket. Channels, tasks, replies on the go."

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OpenClaw is essentially an AI personal assistant. Created by developer Peter Steinberger (who later joined OpenAI), it runs locally on your device and completes tasks — like checking emails and flagging high priority ones — on your behalf. The tool went viral earlier this year due to stories about Moltbook, a supposed social media platform for AI agents. Unsurprisingly, though, there were risks to letting an AI personal assistant loose on your device, and a couple of months back a critical security flaw in OpenClaw was discovered.

All of which is to say, you may want to do your research before you rush to install OpenClaw on your smartphone.

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Netflix has announced a new reality competition show based on the beloved film Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, as well as the novel it's based on. The company is also using AI to recreate the voice of deceased actor Gene Wilder, who played Willy Wonka in the 1971 movie.

And people are mad.

Wonka's The Golden Ticket (no, that isn't a typo) will feature 12 pairs competing in a series of Wonka-themed challenges and "temptations," which are designed to push the contestants "physically, mentally, and morally." Judging from the trailer, the duos won't be lucky golden ticket-wielding children accompanied by semi-responsible adults as in Roald Dahl's 1964 story. Instead, adult ticketholders with equally adult companions will be entering Wonka's candy emporium, which has slightly more sinister vibes than its inspiration.

SEE ALSO: Val Kilmer AI deepfake in 'As Deep as the Grave' trailer sparks outrage

Interestingly, Netflix states that only one contestant will win Wonka's The Golden Ticket's "life-changing prize," which raises questions as to how the ticket winners' plus-ones factor in. Considering that Netflix describes the series as a "high-stakes social experiment," it seems possible that betrayal could be on the cards.

The staff of Netflix's fantastical chocolate factory will include an Oompa Loompa who appeared in Mel Stuart's classic film: English actor Rusty Goffe. However, the Netflix series will also feature the AI-generated voice of Gene Wilder, who played Willy Wonka. Wilder died in 2016 at 83 due to complications from Alzheimer's disease.

Gene Wilder at An Evening With Gene Wilder in New York on June 13, 2013 in New York City. Credit: John Lamparski / WireImage

Netflix worked with AI company ElevenLabs to digitally recreate Wilder's voice for Wonka's The Golden Ticket, which can be heard in the series' teaser trailer:

The project, according to Netflix, has the blessing of Wilder's estate, with Wilder's wife Karen stating that Wonka's The Golden Ticket "celebrates the warmth and imagination that he brought to the role." Even so, using AI to digitally resurrect deceased actors hasn't been well-received in the past, regardless of whether their family or estate agrees.

Earlier this year, upcoming film As Deep as the Grave made headlines for using a completely AI-generated deepfake of deceased actor Val Kilmer in a prominent role. Kilmer died from pneumonia at 65 in April last year. Though his children consented to the film's use of Kilmer's likeness, reactions online were overwhelmingly negative, some calling it "disgusting and disrespectful."

Alien: Romulus also faced backlash in 2024 for using generative AI and production effects to bring the late Sir Ian Holm back into the Alien franchise. Mashable's Belen Edwards wrote at the time, "the result lives in the depths of the uncanny valley," noting other films that have brought back late actors: The Flash (Christopher Reeve's Superman) and Rogue One (Peter Cushing's Grand Moff Tarkin).

"No matter what permissions an estate may grant, a late actor cannot consent to having their likeness used in a movie," Edwards wrote. "Doing so is an immediate violation of their personhood. In reviving them for the screen, you're creating a performance in a film they might never have agreed to do, with acting choices they might never have made."

Reactions to Wonka's The Golden Ticket using Wilder's AI-generated vocal likeness have also been scathing, with social media users labelling it "digital necromancy."

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Fucking Gene Wilder, though. I mean, obviously it's terrible to do to anyone, but a performer with so much heart and soul to him? Sickening.

— Dr Clops: Medicine Horse (@brainmage.bsky.social) July 1, 2026 at 4:36 AM

The kicker any time I see this shit is there are very clearly talented VAs out there that could do their best Gene Wilder. Like, think of how good Indiana Jones sounded in the most recent game. That was just Troy Baker doing his best Harrison Ford, and it was damn near perfect.

— Dicefunctional | TTRPG Nerds, Actual Plays, and Streamers | 🦀 (@dicefunctional.bsky.social) July 1, 2026 at 4:40 AM

Let new actors act, and let THEM tell new stories. Let the dead stay dead.

— 🦷👁️Alex Rochon👁️🦷 (@alexrochonva.bsky.social) July 1, 2026 at 3:58 AM

While he was alive, Kilmer had worked on a separate project with UK company Sonantic to create an AI speaking voice based on his old recordings. However, rather than being completely controlled by others, this was for his own use after he lost his voice to throat cancer.

Wonka's The Golden Ticket will premiere Sept. 23 on Netflix.

The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.

With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.

So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections — we have you covered.

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: How to play Pips, the newest NYT game

Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Wednesday, July 1, 2026:

Across"Down, doggy!"

• The answer is Sit.

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When doubled, kid's term for a train

• The answer is Choo.

Tunisia, Haiti, Ecuador, Uruguay, Norway

• The answer is Theun.

Wriggly swimmers

• The answer is Eels.

Niners, Falcons, Lions

• The answer is NFL.

DownBeachcomber's find

• The answer is Shell.

Debtor's notes

• The answer is IOUs.

2,000 pounds

• The answer is Ton.

Professional who might win a James Beard award

• The answer is Chef.

Lionel Messi's jersey number

• The answer is Ten.

If you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.

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

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

The 2026 World Cup knockout stage continues following a big day that saw France, Mexico, and Norway all advance from the Round of 16.

Today, July 1, USA and England are among the teams looking to progress. And if the knockout games so far are anything to go by, expect goals and drama. It all kicks off at 12 p.m. ET, with three games played across the afternoon and evening.

FIFA World Cup schedule today: July 1

• England vs. DR Congo (Atlanta Stadium) — kickoff at 12 p.m. ET

• Belgium vs. Senegal (Seattle Stadium) — kickoff at 4 p.m. ET

• USA vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina (San Francisco Bay Stadium) — kickoff at 8 p.m. ET

How to watch FIFA World Cup games todayWatch England vs. DR Congo

England want to prove they're a top contender to win the tournament but they've struggled to find a way through the robust defenses of smaller teams. Will that happen again against DR Congo? Or can England put on another blockbuster display like their opening win over Croatia?

Live coverage will be on Fox and Fox One. Peacock will carry the live Spanish-language coverage.

Watch Belgium vs. Senegal

Belgium hammered New Zealand 5-1 in their last group game — an emphatic victory after two frustrating draws. Senegal will prove tough competition in this knockout match, having also scored five goals in their final group game. This could be an exciting contest.

Live coverage will be on FS1 and Fox One. Peacock will carry the live Spanish-language coverage.

Watch USA vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina

USA are looking to get back on track after a loss in their last group game. USA looked very good up to that point, but don't count out Bosnia and Herzegovina — they're the kind of team that can unexpectedly sting a bigger opponent.

Live coverage will be on Fox and Fox One. Peacock will carry the live Spanish-language coverage.

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Not interested in signing up for a standalone streaming service like Fox One or Peacock? You can sign up for a live TV cable replacement service, like YouTube TV or Hulu + Live TV.

These services carry over 100 live channels, but run off a WiFi connection. You'll get live access to Fox and FS1, plus a whole lot more. Here are some options to consider:

• YouTube TV — 10-day trial, then $67.99/month for 3 months

• Fubo Sports — 1-day trial, then $45.99/month for 1 month

• Hulu + Live TV — 3-day trial, then $89.99/month

Watch the World Cup for free with a VPN

It's possible to watch the World Cup for free on international services like ITVX, BBC iPlayer, NOS, or RTÉ. Our global World Cup watch guide can walk you through the process.

You will need a VPN to live stream the World Cup on these free streaming services. We recommend ExpressVPN — a Mashable-tested service and an Official Tournament Supporter of the FIFA World Cup in the U.S., Canada, and Europe — as our VPN of choice for sport. It offers servers in 105 countries, a user-friendly app available on all major devices, a speedy connection, and up to 10 simultaneous connections.

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