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• Recent mistakes highlight the risks of AI

  19-10-2026 21:57 via Social Media Today - Latest News
  
  A series of problems at Meta and X exposed some of the vulnerabilities in artificial intelligence systems.
  
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• The new Apple Mac Studio M5 Max is already on sale at Amazon — save $200

  19-10-2026 18:12 via Mashable
  
  SAVE $200: The Apple Mac Studio M5 Max is on sale at Amazon for $2,299, down from the list price of $2,499. That's a savings of $200 from the 8% discount.Opens in a new windowCredit: AppleApple Mac Studio M5 Max$2,299 at Amazon $2,499 Save $200 Get Deal at AmazonWe haven't even hit Halloween yet, but it's feeling like Black Friday with all the deals rolling in. As tech prices continue to rise (along with everything else), we're not mad at all that sales are already underway. If you've been
  
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• Score the 55-inch LG C6 OLED TV at a record-low price ahead of Black Friday

  19-10-2026 18:05 via Mashable
  
  TL;DR: The 55-inch LG C6 Series OLED evo AI 4K Smart TV (2026) is on sale for $999.99, down from $1,399.99, at Amazon. That's a 29% discount and a new all-time low price for this model. 55-inch LG C6 Series OLED evo AI 4K Smart TV (2026) $999.99 at Amazon $1,399.99 Save $400 Get Deal at Amazon
  If you're tired of watching dimly lit movies and squinting at a washed-out, grayish screen, this LG OLED deal is definitely worth a look. (Honestly, there's nothing worse than trying to watch a dark s
  
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• Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 review: A beautiful reminder of what makes us human

  19-10-2026 18:02 via Mashable
  
  I went into Netflix's Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 fully expecting to have my heart broken. Again. After all, the original 2022 anime from CD Projekt Red and Studio Trigger made us fall in love with David and Lucy, then reminded us that love isn't enough to survive Night City. Four years later, I still can't hear "I Really Want to Stay at Your House" without feeling a little emotional.How do you follow up a story that resonated so deeply with audiences? More importantly, how do you make people care
  
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• Amy’s Kitchen tackles ultra-processed food myths in national campaign

  19-10-2026 18:00 via Marketing Dive - Latest News
  
  The campaign includes Meta and programmatic display ads, in-store signage and a Whole Foods Market activation.
  
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• The best early Black Friday Dyson deals to shop right now

  19-10-2026 17:48 via Mashable
  
  Best early Black Friday Dyson deals at a glance: Best Dyson vacuum deal for hard floors Dyson PencilVac Fluffycones$423.99(save $176)Get DealBest Dyson vacuum deal for carpet Dyson V16 Piston Animal$799.99(save $180)Get DealBest Dyson air purifier deal Dyson HushJet$279.98(save $70.01)Get DealBest Dyson haircare deal Dyson Airwrap i.d Multi-Styler$534.49(save $175.50)Get Deal
  It feels like we just finished recovering from October Prime Day, but Black Friday is already around the corner. (It offi
  
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• 11 headphones and earbuds deals you can pick up ahead of Black Friday sales

  19-10-2026 17:37 via Mashable
  
  The Friday after Thanksgiving is still weeks away, but early Black Friday deals are known to start cropping up nice and early.While no official sales have been announced just yet, I already spotted some headphones and earbuds deals worth shopping ahead of time. As someone who tests headphones year-round and is heading into her sixth year covering Black Friday at Mashable, I make sure to only include savings that are actually deals worth shopping. That means significantly lower price points than
  
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• Pokémon has dropped spooky Halloween bundles featuring Gengar, Umbreon, and Lego — where to buy

  19-10-2026 17:11 via Mashable
  
  Shop Pokémon Halloween bundles:Mewtwo and Golett Ornament Bundle$29.99 at Pokémon CenterShop NowGengar Ornament and Pokémon Posters Bundle$32.99 at Pokémon CenterShop NowEevee and Snorlax Pokémon Holiday Stocking Bundle$34.99 at Pokémon CenterShop NowSalamence, Gastrodon, and Kartana Sitting Cuties Plush Bundle$46.99 at Pokémon CenterShop NowGardevoir and Gallade TCG Accessories and Gardevoir Plush Bundle$54.99 at Pokémon CenterShop NowPika
  
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• Early Black Friday kitchen deals from Ninja, DeLonghi, and Viking are already live

  19-10-2026 17:11 via Mashable
  
  Early Black Friday kitchen deals at a glanceBest espresso maker dealDe'Longhi La Specialista Touch Espresso Machine$649.99(save $149.96)Get DealBest Ninja dealNinja Slushi Smart Frozen Drink Maker (88 ounces)$269.99(save $30)Get DealBest kitchen prep dealViking 10-piece Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls Set$56(save $43.99)Get DealBest air fryer dealNinja Crispi Glass Air Fryer$152.95(save $27.04)Get Deal
  Black Friday might seem like it's far off on the horizon, but it's coming up quickly. Sure, we're
  
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• Meta removed ad for the word pregnancy, founder claims

  19-10-2026 17:00 via Mashable
  
  The CEO and founder of a pregnancy pillow company told the BBC that Meta removed an ad for the word "pregnancy." In Jan. 2025, Instagram (which is owned by Meta) notified BellaMoon founder Irene Breen that it was removing her company's ads, and she told the BBC she had to scrub the word "pregnancy" from the product name and URLs. Meta apparently told her on the call that the word was the problem. After 10 months of talks with Meta, it lifted the restrictions. SEE ALSO:Meta confirms smart glasses
  
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• How marketers can optimize their media mix as confidence takes a turn

  19-10-2026 17:00 via Marketing Dive - Latest News
  
  Advertisers are upping their bets on generative artificial intelligence and creators as uncertainty lingers around their media strategies, per Kantar.
  
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• Billion Dollar Boy Group bets B2B is creator marketing’s next big wave

  19-10-2026 17:00 via Marketing Dive - Latest News
  
  The acquisition of Creator Authority, a LinkedIn specialist agency, puts the company on track to top $100 million in global revenue next year. 
  
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• When is the best time to buy a MacBook? If you want a deal, the countdown is on.

  19-10-2026 16:40 via Mashable
  
  Everyone knows that Apple products tend to cost a pretty penny, and MacBooks and iMacs are no exception. Thanks to the global memory crisis, they got even more expensive in 2026, making deal-shopping essential.If you'd rather avoid spending over $1,000 on entry-level specs, we have great news: You can save hundreds on an Apple laptop or computer multiple times a year. While Black Friday is right around the corner and tends to offer some of the best discounts of the year, it's not the only time y
  
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• Tips for building an AI-powered PC

  19-10-2026 16:28 via Mashable
  
  AI is here to stay, it seems, and a lot of people have leaned into the change rather than resisting it. Many people engage with AI over their web browser since major AI services are available there, thereby bypassing the need to have a strong PC that’s optimized to run AI. However, other folks want to run AI directly on their PCs. That is a different category entirely. To run AI, you need a pretty strong computer. You can probably run something simple like Nvidia’s ChatRTX witho
  
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• 5 Windows settings most people dont know about

  19-10-2026 16:26 via Mashable
  
  Windows is a massive operating system and you can go years or even decades without interacting with most of the features. There are over 100 native system-wide hotkeys in Windows 11 and it’s a pretty safe bet that most people don’t know much beyond Select All, Copy, and Paste. It would take a year to list everything, so instead we’re going to focus on Windows settings that you may not know about. These settings can increase functionality, add some nifty options, or just ma
  
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• 5 tips to customize your smartphone like a cyberdeck

  19-10-2026 16:25 via Mashable
  
  Cyberdecks are interesting pieces of tech. They are, essentially, sci-fi inspired portable computers that people build that can kind of bridge the gap between smartphones and laptops. You’ve probably seen them all over the sci-fi genre, including games like Cyberpunk 2077 and movies like Ghost in the Shell or Hackers. You may be interested in building your own. It turns out, you can do that. Alternatively, you can take an existing piece of tech and turn it into a cyberdeck. A smartpho
  
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• The best iPhone Duo preorder deals: How to get Apples foldable for as low as $799

  19-10-2026 16:24 via Mashable
  
  Best iPhone Duo preorder deals:Apple Store$1,114(get up to $885 in instant trade-in credits)Pre-Order HereAT&T$799(save up to $1,200 with trade-in worth $230 or more and AT&T Elite 2.0 or Premium 2.0 plan)Pre-Order HereT-Mobile$999(save up to $1,000 with eligible trade-in or new line and port on Experience Beyond plan)Pre-Order HereXfinity Mobile$999(save up to $1,000 with qualifying trade-in and new Mobile Plus line)Pre-Order HereVerizon$999(save up to $1,000 with eligible trade-in and
  
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• 5 tips to maximize your tech’s performance amid the RAM crisis

  19-10-2026 16:24 via Mashable
  
  If you haven’t looked at the cost of RAM recently, then don’t. They haven’t changed in any positive way since the RAMpocalypse began, and if anything, it’s going to get a lot worse before it gets any better. That makes almost any upgrade untenable, whether it’s buying a new laptop or upgrading your existing desktop PC. There is another way, and that’s the wonderful world of software optimization. A few tweaks here and there can add a little extra performa
  
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• Moon phase today: What the Moon will look like on October 19, 2026

  19-10-2026 16:07 via Mashable
  
  The Moon is getting closer to full, with most of its surface now lit up as it moves through the Waxing Gibbous phase. There's a lot more to see tonight than a week ago, so be sure to look up tonight.What is today's Moon phase?As of Monday, Oct. 19, NASA's Daily Moon Guide tracker tells us the Moon is in the Waxing Gibbous phase, with 56% of its surface visible. Tonight, you should be able to spot the Mare Crisium and Mare Fecunditatis without any visual aids. If you have binoculars you'll also s
  
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• Target just became the ultimate ACOTAR sanctuary with exclusive merch and late-night book parties

  19-10-2026 16:04 via Mashable
  
  Shop the Target ACOTAR collection:Angie's Sweet & Salty Popcorn (6.5oz)$3.79Shop NowSuriel Earl Greyer Lavender Black Tea (36ct)$14.99Shop NowACOTAR Adult ApparelClearance prices from $12.75Shop NowAlex and Ani Amarantha's Riddle Collection Bracelet$24.99Shop NowACOTAR x Fine'ry Limited Edition High Lord of the Night Court Cologne (2 fl oz)$29.99Shop Now BrüMate drinkwareStarting from $35.99Shop Now
  If your reading list revolves around the Night Court, clear your schedule and prep your
  
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• Catch every Hunger Games movie for free before the new prequel hits theaters — how to watch

  19-10-2026 15:57 via Mashable
  
  TL;DR: Fandango and Lionsgate are streaming all five Hunger Games movies for free on Fandango’s ad-supported platform through Oct. 31. Fans can rewatch the entire saga at zero cost before tickets open for the new prequel.If you need a reason to revisit Panem's most brutal arena battles, Lionsgate and Fandango just handed you one on a silver platter.In a first-of-its-kind streaming takeover, Fandango is hosting all five previous Hunger Games films on its ad-supported streaming service. So y
  
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• How Marriott Bonvoy got scale, speed with global creator-led campaign

  19-10-2026 15:47 via Marketing Dive - Latest News
  
  Instead of taking a traditional approach to ad production, the company went from brief to delivered assets across 15 destinations in just four weeks.
  
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• Burger King’s new Hello Kitty collab features 6 exclusive toys inside blind boxes — how to get yours

  19-10-2026 15:31 via Mashable
  
  TL;DR: Burger King is launching a Hello Kitty collab on Oct. 20. Each King Jr. Kids' Meal will feature one of six exclusive Hello Kitty and Friends by Sanrio toys, including a special golden Hello Kitty toy.If fast-food toy hype usually passes you by, Sanrio collectors will want to pay attention to this week's drop: Burger King is partnering with Hello Kitty and Friends for a nationwide, limited-time King Jr. Meal takeover starting Oct. 20.The collab features six collectible figurines packaged i
  
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• Anthropologie’s holiday marketing seeks to balance emotion, business impact

  19-10-2026 15:01 via Marketing Dive - Latest News
  
  Sentimental ads and a creator-led social series are complemented by offerings like a new DoorDash partnership, CMO Barbra Sainsurin said.
  
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• Shop the Shark Rocket Pet Plus corded stick vacuum for under $150 at Amazon — save $50

  19-10-2026 14:46 via Mashable
  
  SAVE $50: As of Oct. 19, the Shark Rocket Pet Plus corded stick vacuum is on sale for $149.99 at Amazon. That's $50 off its full price of $199.99.Opens in a new windowCredit: SharkShark Rocket Pet Plus Corded Stick Vacuum$149.99 at Amazon $199.99 Save $50 Get Deal at AmazonCleaning up pet hair is one chore that simply can't be avoided when you've got a furry friend. That's why it's smart to have a good vacuum cleaner on hand. Models like the Shark Rocket Pet Plus are helpful for picking up
  
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• The Pokémon TCG 30th Anniversary Ultra-Premium Collection is live on Amazon: Preorder yours now

  19-10-2026 14:27 via Mashable
  
  TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Ultra-Premium Collection Day (Espeon) and Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Ultra-Premium Collection Night (Umbreon) are available to preorder now on Amazon. Opens in a new windowCredit: The Pokemon CompanyPokémon TCG 30th Celebration Ultra-Premium Collection Day (Espeon)$694.88 at Amazon  Shop Now at Amazon Opens in a new windowCredit: The Pokémon CompanyPokémon TCG 30th Celebration Ultra-Premium Collection Night (Umbreo
  
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• The first Owala holiday drop has landed at Target: How to buy all 8 new colorways

  19-10-2026 14:23 via Mashable
  
  TL;DR: Target’s exclusive Owala holiday collection dropped on Oct. 18. Eight new colorways are available to purchase this weekend.Opens in a new windowCredit: OwalaOwala x Target Shop NowIf your emotional support water bottle is due for a festive refresh, set an alarm on your phone right now: the first of several Owala holiday drops is officially live at Target from Oct. 18. These will inevitably sell out quickly, so be warned.The Target-exclusive collection spans eight colorways for
  
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• TikTok restores Musk documentary account, says why it was restricted

  19-10-2026 13:58 via Mashable
  
  TikTok has backtracked on restricting the Musk documentary's advertising account just two days after implementing the decision.On Friday, the account was suspended from purchasing ads to promote the documentary, which is critical of the world's richest man and that Musk himself has referred to as a "hit piece" — although Mashable's Matt Binder described it as "brutal and accurate" in his review.TikTok lifted the restriction on Sunday, informing the documentary's studio, Bleecker Street, an
  
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• Sennheiser Momentum 4 headphones are over $90 off at Amazon — the perfect upgrade for audiophiles

  19-10-2026 13:07 via Mashable
  
  SAVE OVER $90: As of Oct. 19, Sennheiser Momentum 4 headphones are on sale for $206.61 at Amazon. That's $93.38 off their full price of $299.99.Opens in a new windowCredit: SennheiserSennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless Headphones$206.61 at Amazon $299.99 Save $93.38 Get Deal at AmazonWith the holidays right around the corner, it can be a busy travel period for some. That's where a solid pair of headphones comes in handy for keeping busy with music, podcasts, and more while you're on a flight or
  
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• Starbucks Red Cup Day 2026: When to expect your free reusable holiday cup

  19-10-2026 13:04 via Mashable
  
  If your morning routine revolves around seasonal espresso shots and viral coffee tumblers, mark your calendar: Starbucks’ 2026 holiday menu officially launches on Nov. 5, bringing back fan favorites and fresh treats.That's exciting news, but it's not the main draw for seasoned coffee lovers and cup collectors. The Peppermint Mocha is great and all, but it's not Red Cup Day. This is arguably the biggest day on the coffee lovers' calendar. Starbucks hands out a free, limited-edition red reus
  
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• The Pokémon TCG 30th Anniversary Ultra-Premium Collection is live at Amazon: Preorder now

  19-10-2026 12:23 via Mashable
  
  TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Ultra-Premium Collection Day (Espeon) and Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Ultra-Premium Collection Night (Umbreon) are available to preorder now on Amazon. Opens in a new windowCredit: The Pokemon CompanyPokémon TCG 30th Celebration Ultra-Premium Collection Day (Espeon)$694.88 at Amazon  Shop Now at Amazon Opens in a new windowCredit: The Pokémon CompanyPokémon TCG 30th Celebration Ultra-Premium Collection Night (Umbreo
  
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• Trump begs Prime Minister Andy Burnham to swap jobs in SNL UK cold open

  19-10-2026 12:18 via Mashable
  
  Trump (James Austin Johnson) crashes a meeting between Prime Minister Andy Burnham (George Fouracres) and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy (Freddie Meredith) in the SNL UK cold open above, and he makes a request to swap jobs."I take over the the UK, you take America," says Trump/Johnson. "I tell you that place is a real mess, you're gonna hate it. It's an awful, awful job. It's a terrible place full of disgusting people. I don't know what the hell happened."After Burnham refuses, Tru
  
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• Starbucks is launching an incredibly cute Winnie the Pooh collection — how to buy

  19-10-2026 11:57 via Mashable
  
  Starbucks is teaming up with Disney for a 20-piece Starbucks x Winnie the Pooh collection celebrating 100 years of the Hundred Acre Wood. The limited-edition lineup drops on Oct. 20, delivering honey-drip cold cups, ceramic beehive mugs, and plush Bearista keychains.It's an incredibly cute collection that is bound to cause a stir, but there's a catch. We hate to break it to you like this, but the collection is exclusive to the Asia-Pacific region.Credit: Starbucks / Disney
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• Magic: The Gatherings Marvel Darkhold Destiny Arcanum Bundle is way below market price on Amazon

  19-10-2026 11:53 via Mashable
  
  TL;DR: The Magic: The Gathering Marvel Darkhold Destiny Arcanum Bundle is available to preorder for $99.99 at Amazon. That's over $100 below TCGplayer's current $200 market price.Opens in a new windowCredit: Magic:: The GatheringMagic: The Gathering Marvel Darkhold Destiny Arcanum Bundle$99.99 at AmazonGet Deal at AmazonDarkhold Destiny’s release date is still some time away, but we’re already seeing some major preorder price drops.As of Oct. 19, the Magic: The Gathering Marvel Darkh
  
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• The Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Poster Collection hits best-ever price on Amazon — save nearly $15

  19-10-2026 11:45 via Mashable
  
  TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Poster Collection is on sale for $50.98 at Amazon, down from its $64.98 list price.Opens in a new windowCredit: The Pokémon CompanyPokémon TCG 30th Celebration Poster Collection$50.98 at Amazon $64.98 Save $14.00 Get Deal at AmazonThe 30th Celebration expansion has been out in the Pokémon trading card market for a while now, but there’s still plenty of discounts worth grabbing as retailers race each other to drop reco
  
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• Pokémon TCG Chaos Rising Booster Bundles are back under $50 at Amazon — save over $15

  19-10-2026 11:34 via Mashable
  
  TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Chaos Rising Booster Bundle is on sale for $44.79 at Amazon, down from its $59.99 list price.Opens in a new windowCredit: The Pokémon CompanyPokémon TCG Mega Evolution Chaos Rising Booster Bundle$44.99 at Amazon $59.99 Save $15 Get Deal at AmazonDespite all the buzz around the 30th Celebration and Delta Reign preorders, there are still deals on other Pokémon TCG expansions to be had. One of the very best right now is for Chao
  
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• Our favorite Ninja air fryer is $27.04 off right now at Amazon — shop for less than $155

  19-10-2026 11:27 via Mashable
  
  SAVE OVER $20: As of Oct. 19, select colors of the Ninja Crispi glass air fryer are on sale for $152.95 at Amazon. That's $27.04 off their list price of $179.99.Opens in a new windowCredit: NinjaNinja Crispi Glass Air Fryer$152.95 at Amazon $179.99 Save $27.04 Get Deal at AmazonWhen it comes to kitchen appliances, we're big fans of Ninja. The Ninja Crispi is our favorite air fryer from the brand, earning a spot on our list of the best Ninja appliances for delivering "food that's c
  
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• Cadence launched a magnetic travel pump that took 1,023 tries to get right — where to buy

  19-10-2026 11:22 via Mashable
  
  TL;DR: Cadence launched The Pump ($30), a magnetic travel attachment for its refillable Capsules. Six years in the making, it features a flexible tube that fits Medium and Large sizes, an angled nozzle, and a lock-tight cap that prevents spills in your bag.Opens in a new windowCredit: CadenceCadence The Pump$30 at Cadence  Shop Now at CadenceRefilling travel bottles with your favorite skincare or haircare products usually ends one of two ways: either you are stuck digging thick lotion out o
  
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• Toca Boca World is bringing KPop Demon Hunters to 60 million players — everything you need to know

  19-10-2026 11:14 via Mashable
  
  TL;DR: Netflix’s animated movie KPop Demon Hunters is officially joining Toca Boca World on Oct. 27 — bringing exclusive HUNTR/X and Saja Boys stage outfits, characters, and an in-game music player packed with hit tracks like "Golden."Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters is officially bringing its style, characters, and music to Toca Boca World. The movie has grown into a massive global phenomenon since its release in June 2025. It stands as Netflix's most popular film of all time, wit
  
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• The 10 best e-readers weve ever tested — including the 2026 Kindle

  19-10-2026 11:00 via Mashable
  
  So, what is the best e-reader for 2026? I'm regularly testing new e-readers (and tablets) and cycling through different models to stay up to date on the best options available. If you're gearing up to read more books this year, I can recommend a model you'll love.Note: Amazon just dropped a new collection of Kindles. We're testing out these e-readers as they're released. We've now included the 2026 Kindle in this guide.Featured Video For YouLatest e-reader newsOn Oct. 1, Amazon dropped a redesig
  
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• Wordle today: Answer, hints for October 19, 2026

  19-10-2026 10:12 via Mashable
  
  Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you have BO.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.SEE ALSO:Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO:NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for October 19, 2026
  Where did Wordle come from?Originally created by engineer Josh W
  
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• Did Ukraines data center strikes affect Russias bot army? We now have better evidence.

  19-10-2026 09:43 via Mashable
  
  Pro-Russian accounts targeting Ukrainians on Facebook and Telegram sharply declined after Ukrainian drone strikes on Yandex data centers, according to a new report from a Ukrainian government agency. It’s the most direct evidence so far behind a claim that went viral last week, but it falls well short of proving it.The report comes from Ukraine’s Center for Countering Disinformation (CCD), which operates under the country’s National Security and Defense Council. It was publishe
  
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• NYT Strands hints, answers for October 19, 2026

  19-10-2026 04:00 via Mashable
  
  Today's NYT Strands hints will be easy if you like make-believe.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 p
  
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• NYT Pips hints, answers for October 19, 2026

  19-10-2026 04:00 via Mashable
  
  Welcome to your guide to Pips, the latest game in the New York Times catalog.Released in August 2025, Pips puts a unique spin on dominoes, creating a fun single-player experience that could become your next daily gaming habit.Currently, if you're stuck, the game only offers to reveal the entire puzzle, forcing you to move on to the next difficulty level and start over. However, we have you covered! Below are piecemeal answers that will serve as hints so that you can find your way through each di
  
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• NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for October 19, 2026

  19-10-2026 04:00 via Mashable
  
  Today's Connections: Sports Edition will be easier for people who like golfAs we've shared in previous hints stories, this is a version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans. Like the original Connections, 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 h
  
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• NYT Connections hints today: Meanings for each word for Oct. 19, 2026

  19-10-2026 04:00 via Mashable
  
  Looking for spoiler-free NYT Connections hints or just wondering why Connections is trending today? We've got what you need to understand the clues for today's puzzle without spoiling any of the answers.Of course, Mashable has also provided daily hints and answers for Connections, Wordle, and Strands for years, so we can help you if that's also what you need.While we are focused more on meanings than hints in this story, sometimes learning that many of the words have completely unrelated meaning
  
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• NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for October 19, 2026

  19-10-2026 04:00 via Mashable
  
  The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult if you have a short fuse.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 e
  
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• Hurdle hints and answers for October 19, 2026

  19-10-2026 04:00 via Mashable
  
  If you like playing daily word games like Wordle, then Hurdle is a great game to add to your routine. There are five rounds to the game. The first round sees you trying to guess the word, with correct, misplaced, and incorrect letters shown in each guess. If you guess the correct answer, it'll take you to the next hurdle, providing the answer to the last hurdle as your first guess. This can give you several clues or none, depending on the words. For the final hurdle, every correct answer from pr
  
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• Keep your projects organized with Microsoft Project 2024 for $39.97

  19-10-2026 00:00 via Mashable
  
  TL;DR: Get a lifetime license to Microsoft Project Professional 2024 for Windows for $39.97 (reg. $1,129.99), with Gantt charts, scheduling tools, and built-in reports.Opens in a new windowCredit: MicrosoftMicrosoft Project Professional 2024: Lifetime License for Windows$39.97 $1,129.99 Save $1,090.02 Get DealRemember group projects where one person did all the work and everyone else showed up for the presentation? Unfortunately, coordinating people doesn’t necessarily get easier afte
  
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• Edit, sign, and convert PDFs with this $79.99 lifetime Mac app

  19-10-2026 00:00 via Mashable
  
  TL;DR: Get lifetime access to PDF Expert for Mac for $79.99 (reg. $139.99), with tools for editing text, rearranging pages, signing forms, and working with scanned PDFs.Opens in a new windowCredit: ReaddlePDF Expert Premium Plan: Lifetime Subscription (Mac)$79.99 $139.99 Save $60.00 Get DealYour Mac can handle some pretty impressive things, so it’s a little annoying when editing a PDF becomes the task that slows you down. Fixing one typo shouldn’t require a new workflow, and sig
  
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