The NYT Strands hints and answers you need to make the most of your puzzling experience.

Here's the answer for "Wordle" #1205 on October 6, as well as a few hints, tips, and clues to help you solve it yourself.

Connections is a New York Times word game that's all about finding the "common threads between words." How to solve the puzzle.

In Mike Leigh's "Hard Truths," Marianne Jean-Baptiste delivers a knockout performance as a woman on the verge of oblivion. TIFF Review.

Richard Gere delivers a towering performance in Paul Shrader's latest film, "Oh, Canada." Review from Cannes.

While TikTok deals with scrutiny from the U.S. federal government, one of the 50 states is suing the app itself.

Answers to each clue for the October 5, 2024 edition of NYT's The Mini crossword puzzle.

Astronomers have found the fastest-orbiting triple star system yet, composed of a duo that do-si-dos every two days, with another stellar partner circling the pair over 25 days.

NASA's Europa Clipper mission is headed to Jupiter's moon Europa, which likely harbors a great sea. The space agency released a close-up view of the moon's tantalizing surface.

I'm a smartwatch skeptic who tested the Apple Watch Series 9 and SE for two weeks. Is the former really worth the extra $150?

These are the best MacBooks you can get in 2024, many of which we expect to see on sale during October Prime Day.

We tested the best noise-canceling earbuds to find the truly elite. Here are the top buds from Bose, Sony, Apple, and Beats.

"Nickel Boys," an adaptation of Colson Whitehead's Pulitzer Prize–winning book co-written and directed by RaMell Ross, is one of Hollywood's finest literary adaptations. Review.

NASA engineers turned off the plasma science instrument on the Voyager 2 spacecraft as power supplies dwindle on the decades-old interstellar mission.

Save 75% on a refurbished 2017 MacBook Air featuring an Intel Core i5, 8GB RAM, and 128GB SSD. It’s perfect for home use and everyday tasks.

This learn to code certification bundle covers Python, AI, JavaScript, and more to equip you with the skills to tackle today’s coding challenges — on sale now for just $39.97.

Upgrade to Windows 11 Pro for just $17.97 (reg. $199) through October 6.

Get lifetime access to all 14 Babbel languages for just $149.97 (reg. $599) through October 6.

This drone with dual 4K cameras and obstacle avoidance is perfect for capturing amazing footage without the crashes. Get it on sale now for just $64.97.

Dating with kids is hard, so meet other single parents via apps like Stir, Hinge, and more.

After extensive hands-on testing, these are the best laptops we've found for under $500. Learn about our favorite gaming machines, Chromebooks, and budget picks, and maybe even score a better bargain during Prime Big Deal Days.

We reviewed the best cheap laptops for students, gaming, and everyday productivity, from the M2 Apple MacBook Air to the Lenovo Yoga 7i 14 (Gen 9).

Find the best laptop for any budget. Plus, learn which models to buy on sale during Prime Big Deal Days, Amazon's "October Prime Day" event.

Should you dish out for the latest version of Apple's rugged smartwatch, or is the original still good enough? We dig in.

To find the best robot vacuums for carpet, we're continuously testing the top vacs from Roborock, iRobot, Shark, and more.

One Apple Watch costs a lot more than the other, but is the Ultra 2 worth the jump in price?

To find the best Kindle, Mashable tested and reviewed all of Amazon's new e-readers. Find the best one for you ahead of Prime Big Deal Days coming October 8 and 9.

The best live streaming services to watch the Indiana Hoosiers vs. Northwestern college football game without cable

The best live streaming services to watch the USC vs. Minnesota Gophers college football game without cable

The best live streaming services to watch the Alabama vs. Vanderbilt college football game without cable.

The best live streaming services to watch the Tennessee Vols vs. Arkansas Razorbacks college football game without cable.

The best live streaming services to watch the Georgia Bulldogs vs. Auburn college football game without cable.

The best live streaming services to watch the Penn State vs. UCLA college football game without cable.

The best live streaming services to watch the Miami Hurricanes vs. Cal college football game without cable.

The best live streaming services to watch the Clemson vs. Florida State college football game without cable.

The best live streaming services to watch the Michigan vs. Washington Huskies college football game without cable.

The best live streaming services to watch the Ohio State Buckeyes vs. Iowa Hawkeyes college football game without cable.

Save big on Windows 11, Microsoft Office Pro, Microsoft Visio, and Microsoft Project with this £54.81 bundle.

Live stream the 2024 MotoGP Japanese Grand Prix for free from anywhere in the world.

The NYT Strands hints and answers you need to make the most of your puzzling experience.

Here's the answer for "Wordle" #1204 on October 5, as well as a few hints, tips, and clues to help you solve it yourself.

Connections is a New York Times word game that's all about finding the "common threads between words." How to solve the puzzle.

An EU court says Meta cannot target ads based on a user's perceived sexual orientation.

Meta has unveils AI model Movie Gen for users to generate videos, audio, and edits from text. It's not yet publicly available.

Save over 30% on Instant Pots and other Instant appliances this October Prime Day.

Critical Role's Liam O'Brien, Marisha Ray, and Travis Willingham go head-to-head-to-head in Choose Your Squad: 'The Legend of Vox Machina' edition.

Pharrell Williams details his decision to go full Lego in his biopic 'Piece by Piece'

Direct File will be offered to more than 30 million taxpayers for the 2025 tax season.

Millions of people got invested in the saga of a woman who found a strange rug buried in a hole in her yard. The police even started digging after cadaver dogs seemed to get a hit.

We're keeping track of the best 2-in-1 laptop deals on Amazon ahead of Prime Big Deal Days, its "October Prime Day" sale. So far, there's just one worth grabbing.

Fitbit deals are scarce ahead of Prime Big Deal Days, but we'll be keeping track of any price drops on the Fitbit Sense, Charge, and more.

A new survey discovers that one-in-five iPhone users think less of Android users, and 30 percent of Android users considered switching to iPhone due to all the bullying.

In an internal guidelines update, Meta has outlined its moderation and removal policies for posts including the red triangle emoji, used as both a symbol of pro-Palestinian freedom and violent resistance.

Toy trends change every year, but we're keeping up.

Check out our picks for the best gaming deals ahead of October Prime Day, including an abundance of PC-centric discounts.

Shop the best unlocked phone deals at Amazon ahead of the October Prime Day event, including deals on the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE, Motorola razr+, and more.

Amazon's October Prime Big Deal Days is coming up. Start shopping early deals now on headphones and speakers from Apple, Sony, Ultimate Ears, and more.

As of Oct. 4, you can score $200+ off select drone brands at Amazon ahead of October Prime Day. Shop Potensic, Holy Stone, and more.

As of Oct. 4, get the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 for its lowest price yet at Amazon, which is a 20% discount.

The best Chromebook deals available ahead of October Prime Day aren't on Amazon — but that could change soon.

Ahead of Black Friday, Best Buy's 2024 fall sales events include a 48-Hour Flash Sale on the exact dates of Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days.

Top mesh WiFi routers are already on sale at Amazon ahead of October Prime Day, including Google Nest and Netgear Orbi systems. Save up to $225.

Google is testing a verification feature that puts a blue checkmark next to links to genuine sites. Here are the details.

Just days away from Prime Big Deal Days, the M4 iPad Pro is $70 off, and the iPad mini is nearly $120 — back down to its lowest price ever.

If you're truly looking to stay on budget, shop these deals under $50 ahead of Prime Big Deal Days.

As of Oct. 4, you can snag the Shark SpeedStyle for just $149.99, down from $199.99 at Amazon. That's a $50 discount.

As of Oct. 4, Prime members can snag a Kindle Paperwhite essentials bundle for just $134.97, down from $204.97.

As of Oct. 4, Amazon has several solid home printers on sale ahead of October Prime Day, including 40% off an HP DeskJet — now just $89.99.

The best Amazon deals on Oct. 4 include the Kindle Paperwhite essentials bundle, Marshall Emberton II speaker, and Shark Wandvac.

Elon Musk's X is at odds with the Australian government over its policies regarding child abuse.

As of Oct. 4, get the Bose Ultra Open Earbuds for $249 at Amazon, their lowest price yet.

Prime Day isn't just for big purchases. Score a Blink security camera, Anker wireless charger, Soundcore earbuds, and more — all for under $25.

Apple's upcoming "affordable" iPhone will have specs that in some cases match the company's flagship phones, says report.

MacBooks on sale

Amazon is hosting Prime Big Deal Days, its "October Prime Day" sale, on Oct. 8 and 9. Here's what you need to know about the event ahead of time.

Overwhelmed by choice for TV shows and movies? Here's three things Mashable loves right now.

A roundup of the scariest movies available on horror streaming platform Shudder.

Watch Denver Nuggets vs. Boston Celtics in the NBA preseason for free from anywhere in the world.

From Moo Deng to Pesto the Penguin, cute animals are taking over our social media feeds. Here are the animals you need to be following.

Moo Deng is a viral hippo, and I don't like her.

The best live streaming services to watch the Syracuse vs. UNLV college football game without cable.

Apple’s iPhone 16 arrives with a few familiar updates over the iPhone 15, but the biggest changes are looking to come with Apple Intelligence

Apple Watch Series 10 comes with a number of small improvements, but the only one that really stands out is faster charging.

"The Outrun," directed by Nora Fingscheidt and starring Saoirse Ronan, is a must-see drama featuring folklore, flashbacks, and a bold vision.

"Joker: Folie à Deux" hints at the origins of Heath Ledger's Joker in "The Dark Knight." But who asked for this?

"V/H/S/Beyond", the seventh instalment in Brad Miska's horror anthology, features segments from Justin Long and Kate Siegel. Review.

The best free online courses from MIT. Find lessons on AI, machine learning, investing, and more.

Microsoft Visual Studio 2022 Professional empowers developers to create apps across platforms, collaborate, and boost productivity with advanced tools. Get it for life, on sale for just $35.

Save 64% on binoculars with a built-in camera and night vision for bird watching and more. Capture photos, videos, and see in the dark, all for $104.97.

Travel light and keep your WiFi secure with this easy-to-use portable VPN router, on sale for just $149.99.

Level up your movie watching, gaming, and music with this 8-in-1 docking stand for tablets and laptops.

A breakdown of the ending of "The Platform 2", Netflix's dystopian sci-fi sequel about a vertical prison.

Unblock XVideos porn for free from anywhere in the world.

Every book in "Heartstopper" Season 3, from Maia Kobabe's "Gender Queer" to '"This Is How You Lose the Time War".

Netflix's "The Platform 2" takes us back into the nightmarish vertical prison world created by David Desola and directed by Galder Gaztelu-Urrutia. Review.

We've selected the best earbuds at every price point, all tested and approved by Mashable audio experts. Plus, stay tuned for Prime Big Deal Days discounts on earbuds.

Netflix's "It's What's Inside" is a brilliantly crafted feature-length debut by writer/director Greg Jardin. Review.

The M3 MacBook Air is here, but how does it compare to the M3 MacBook Pro? Allow us to do dive into an illuminating face-off to help you decide.

We tested headphones from brands like Sony, Bose, Apple, Marshall, and Bowers & Wilkins. Check out the best headphones for comfort and noise cancellation before Prime Big Deal Days.

A Quebecois serial killer courtroom drama that out-Finchers Fincher. Fantasia 2023's Opening Night film reviewed.