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• Grover and Elmo Play Would You Rather on Say More

  05-06-2026 14:06 via mashable.com
  
  If you could only listen to one song for the rest of your life, would you rather listen to "Sunny Day" or "Rubber Duckie"?Would you rather be able to fly or turn invisible?These are some of the questions Sesame Street's Grover and Elmo answered when they stopped by Mashable's Say More studio to visit with Entertainment Editor Kristy Puchko. With their distinct laughs and hilarious banter, Grover and Elmo covered a number of "Would You Rather" topics that taught us a little bit more about the cla
  
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• Americans say keeping up with key news topics is crucial. But fewer say they’re highly informed themselves

  05-06-2026 16:53 via pewresearch.org
  
  Democrats and Republicans broadly show similar patterns in how they evaluate the importance of staying informed about various topics.
  
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• Madonna streamed a surprise concert on Grindr

  05-06-2026 16:04 via mashable.com
  
  Given that Live Nation is a monopoly (according to a federal jury, anyway), getting a concert ticket for a decent price has been difficult in recent years. And artists are starting to get creative. Take Madonna, who last night streamed a pop-up performance on the ubiquitous gay hookup app, Grindr.Madonna announced the surprise show on the app, and a half hour later took over Times Square. She debuted some tracks from her upcoming album, Confessions II, and performed some songs from the OG Confes
  
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• Campaign Trail: Coca-Cola rides a roller coaster of World Cup emotions

  05-06-2026 15:54 via marketingdive.com
  
  Created by WPP Open X, “No Better Feeling” heightens the reality of a single on-field moment to cap off Coke’s “Feel It All” campaign.
  
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• Hydrogen-powered helicopter makes first piloted flight

  05-06-2026 14:52 via mashable.com
  
  Check out the first piloted hydrogen-powered helicopter flight, a major milestone toward sustainable aviation.
  
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• Score the Pokémon TCG Perfect Order Booster Bundle for just $48 at Amazon

  05-06-2026 14:17 via mashable.com
  
  TL;DR: Amazon has the Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution—Perfect Order Booster Bundle available from just $48 through marketplace sellers. The Amazon-shipped listing with slightly faster delivery is also at $49.89, though you can get as low as $39.95 from Walmart and TCGplayer.Opens in a new windowCredit: The Pokémon CompanyPokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Booster Bundle$48 at Amazon  Shop NowStill the most affordable recent expansion in the Pokémon TCG, y
  
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• Seth Meyers spends 5 minutes roasting Trumps sleeping habits

  05-06-2026 13:48 via mashable.com
  
  With Secretary of State Marco Rubio getting a grilling over Donald Trump's apparent mid-day napping habits, Seth Meyers decided to dig into the issue himself on Late Night."If there's one thing we know about Trump it's that he's a keen judge of character, he's alway paying close attention to the habits and qualities of the people around him," says Meyers over footage of Trump with his eyes closed in the Oval Office. "We've all seen him in meetings, razor sharp, laser-focussed, locking eyes with
  
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• Sony ULT Wear headphones have dropped below $150 at Amazon. Dont miss out on over $100 off.

  05-06-2026 13:27 via mashable.com
  
  SAVE OVER $100: As of June 5, the Sony ULT Wear headphones in black are discounted to $144.95 at Amazon. This is $105.04 off their list price of $249.99.Opens in a new windowCredit: SonySony ULT WEAR Over-Ear Noise Canceling Bluetooth Headphones$144.95 at Amazon $249.99 Save $105.04 Get DealSony's ULT Wear headphones are a pair we have a lot of love for. Landing on our list of the best noise-canceling headphones, they've actually earned the spot as our favorite pick for bass lovers. If they
  
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• Preorder the Magic: The Gathering Marvel Super Heroes Play Booster Box at its lowest price yet

  05-06-2026 12:53 via mashable.com
  
  TL;DR: Amazon has dropped the preorder price of Magic: The Gathering’s Marvel Super Heroes Play Booster Box to just $129, a $10 cut from its $139.55 base price. At $10.55 on the 30-pack box, this is its lowest price ever ahead of its June 26 release date.Opens in a new windowCredit: Magic: The GatheringMagic: The Gathering Marvel Super Heroes Play Booster Box$129 at Amazon $139.55 Save $10.55 Pre-order HereAs MTG’s Marvel Super Heroes expansion comes ever closer, you and other tradin
  
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• NYT Strands hints, answers for June 5, 2026

  05-06-2026 12:33 via mashable.com
  
  Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you're confrontational.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 phra
  
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• NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for June 5, 2026

  05-06-2026 12:33 via mashable.com
  
  The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult if you're a cinephile.Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end
  
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• Wordle today: Answer, hints for June 5, 2026

  05-06-2026 12:32 via mashable.com
  
  Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you're a good person.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 June 5, 2026
  Where did Wordle come from?Originally created by engineer J
  
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• Best Apple Watch deal: Save $100 on Apple Watch Series 11 before Prime Day

  05-06-2026 12:20 via mashable.com
  
  SAVE $100: As of June 5, the Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) is on sale for $299 at Amazon, marking its lowest price yet at the retailer. This is $100 off its full price of $399.Opens in a new windowCredit: AppleApple Watch Series 11 [GPS 42mm]$299 at Amazon $399 Save $100 Get DealThis year's Amazon Prime Day sale is coming up soon, but there are already quite a few exciting deals available, including on some Apple tech. The Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) is one discounted item that's
  
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• The Pokémon TCG Chaos Rising Booster Bundle is now well under $60 on Amazon

  05-06-2026 12:09 via mashable.com
  
  TL;DR: You can now grab the six-pack Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution — Chaos Rising Booster Bundle on Amazon for $51.98, working out to $8.66 per pack. However, you can also find this bundle for as low as $47 across TCGplayer and Walmart. Opens in a new windowCredit: The Pokémon CompanyPokémon TCG Mega Evolution Chaos Rising Booster Bundle$51.98 at Amazon $59.99 Save $8.01 Get DealChaos Rising’s price fluctuations across the Pokémon TCG market continu
  
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• Kane Parsons gives Jimmy Fallon advice on how to survive Backrooms

  05-06-2026 11:58 via mashable.com
  
  If you found yourselves in the Backrooms, the nightmarish liminal space dimension found in Kane Parsons' movie of the same name, how would you survive?The director himself has some tips. In the Tonight Show interview above, Parsons tells Jimmy Fallon that the three items he'd take with him would be "a hydrogen bomb, a really big magnet, and a toaster."And as for his advice for anyone who does find themselves trapped in those endless yellow rooms?"Make peace with it," says Parsons. "Don't give yo
  
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• The Bluetti AC70 portable power station is $100 off at Amazon ahead of Prime Day

  05-06-2026 11:46 via mashable.com
  
  SAVE OVER $100: As of June 5, the Bluetti AC70 portable power station is on sale for $328.99 at Amazon. This is $100.01 off its full price of $429.Opens in a new windowCredit: BluettiBLUETTI AC70 Portable Power Station$328.99 at Amazon $429 Save $100.01 Get DealWhether you're planning to head out into the great outdoors on a camping trip this summer or just want to be prepared at home in case the power goes out, a portable power station is worth considering. If the thought has crossed your
  
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• The Eufy Robot Lawn Mower E15 is at its lowest-ever price at Amazon

  05-06-2026 11:31 via mashable.com
  
  SAVE $850: As of June 5, the Eufy Robot Lawn Mower E15 is on sale for $949.99 at Amazon. That's a 47% discount on the list price.Opens in a new windowCredit: eufyeufy Robot Lawn Mower E15$949.99 at Amazon $1,799.99 Save $850 Get DealThe Eufy Robot Lawn Mower E15 is back on sale at Amazon, and if you're looking for a hands-free way to keep your lawn neat, this is the answer. As of June 5, this robot lawn mower is down to just $949.99 at Amazon, saving you $850 on the list price.This model us
  
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• Why everyone online wants to live like Dua Lipa

  05-06-2026 11:24 via mashable.com
  
  Dua Lipa has become a very specific kind of modern pop star. Yes, she’s famous. Yes, she is smart with incredible taste. Yes, she’s beautiful and rich. Yes, she is constantly on vacation. But her version of celebrity leisure doesn’t read as empty in the way a lot of celebrity leisure does. Lipa's Instagram is basically a mood board for a dream version of adulthood: travel, food, dancing, friends, books, outfits, activism, beaches, museums, a really, really hot fiancé. Sh
  
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• The Google TV Streamer 4K is back on sale at Amazon. Save $20 now.

  05-06-2026 11:22 via mashable.com
  
  SAVE $20: As of June 5, the Google TV Streamer 4K is on sale for $79.99 at Amazon. That's a 20% discount on the list price.Opens in a new windowCredit: GoogleGoogle TV Streamer 4K$79.99 at Amazon $99.99 Save $20 Get DealStreaming sticks are a simple way to add apps and streaming services to older TVs that don’t already have them built in. There are lots of options, but if you're looking for access to the Google TV platform, the Google TV Streamer 4K is the right choice.This streaming
  
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• Is eharmony free? What you can do without a credit card.

  05-06-2026 11:15 via mashable.com
  
  Curious about eharmony but not yet ready to dish out your credit card details? You're not alone, and the good news is that the dating site is reasonably generous in the scope it gives to non-paying members. In fact, there's almost no aspect of the user interface that is totally restricted to paid accounts, so if you want to get a sense of how the site operates and the emphasis it places on matchmaking assessments, testing the waters with a free account is a great idea. Here's everythin
  
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• The Eufy C28 robot vacuum $250 cheaper ahead of Prime Day

  05-06-2026 11:12 via mashable.com
  
  SAVE $270: As of June 5, the Eufy C28 robot vacuum is on sale for $529.99 at Amazon. That's a 34% discount on the list price.Opens in a new windowCredit: eufyEufy C28 Robot Vacuum$529.99 at Amazon $799.99 Save $270 Get DealPrime Day is fast approaching, but if you're looking for a robot vacuum deal now, you're in luck. Amazon's Daily Deals is still offering great discounts, like this latest on the Eufy C28 robot vacuum. As of June 5, this robot vacuum is down to $529.99 from $799.99. That's
  
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• How to sign up for Amazon Prime in time for Prime Day

  05-06-2026 11:09 via mashable.com
  
  Prime Day is coming, and if you want to shop all the best deals, you'll need an Amazon Prime account.Amazon's flagship sale kicks off June 23 and runs through June 26. The now annual four-day event is an exhausting extravaganza of deals. The retailer is likely to drop millions of deals during the sale, but to shop them, you must be a Prime member.Not yet a Prime member? Want to revive your old Prime account? You can sign up for a free 30-day trial and unlock access to the sale. And nothing is st
  
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• Daily Show roasts Trump talking about how big his new memorial pool will be

  05-06-2026 11:02 via mashable.com
  
  It may have been overshadowed by his extremely expensive ballroom, but did you know Donald Trump is also renovating the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool?He's been banging on quite a bit about it at recent press events, with one notable moment seeing the president using a chart to compare the pool's size to that of the world's tallest buildings."What the f*** is happening right now?" asks Daily Show host Michael Kosta in the clip above. "Why did you make that chart? Our pool is bigger than skyscr
  
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• VidCon 2026: Everything new this year

  05-06-2026 11:00 via mashable.com
  
  VidCon is back again this year in Anaheim, with plenty of new surprises in store for fans and content creators alike.The event is set to take place from Thursday, June 25, to Saturday, June 27, and includes a full schedule of nonstop meet-and-greets, mentorship sessions, informative talks, and interactive events for attendees.SEE ALSO:The Mashable 101: The creators defining the internet in 2026
  Last year's VidCon fell on YouTube's 20th anniversary, so the event honored early YouTube legends like
  
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• Im watching the Monaco GP for free this weekend — how to live stream F1 for free

  05-06-2026 11:00 via mashable.com
  
  TL;DR: Sign up for a 7-day free trial of Apple TV+ through Prime Video Channels to watch select F1 races for free. Watch the Monaco GP for free with the Prime Video app.Opens in a new windowCredit: AmazonApple TV Prime Video ChannelWatch the Japanese GP for free with a 7-day trialShop NowThis season of F1 has been really entertaining. I know a lot of fans are not keen on the regulation changes, but the racing has been pretty competitive this season. Yes, Mercedes are winning everything. But McLa
  
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• How to watch Mensik vs. Zverev in the French Open online for free

  05-06-2026 11:00 via mashable.com
  
  TL;DR: Live stream Mensik vs. Zverev in the 2026 French Open for free on France TV. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.The 2026 French Open continues with one of the most anticipated days of the entire tournament — the men's semi-finals. The first semi-final sees No. 2 Alexander Zverev continue his chase for his first ever Grand Slam title with a match against No. 26 Jakub Mensik.German superstar Zverev is favorite to win the tournament following
  
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• How to watch Arnaldi vs. Cobolli in the French Open online for free

  05-06-2026 11:00 via mashable.com
  
  TL;DR: Live stream Arnaldi vs. Cobolli in the 2026 French Open for free on France TV. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.With the women's semi-finals done and dusted at the 2026 French Open, it's time for the men to step onto the clay courts and decide who goes to the grand final. The big semi-final match is Alexander Zverev vs. Jakub Mensik, with No. 2 seed Zverev a hot favorite to go all the way and win his first Grand Slam. But the other men's semi-
  
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• How to watch Apple WWDC 2026 event live

  05-06-2026 11:00 via mashable.com
  
  June is here, and Apple fans know what that means: It's time for the annual Worldwide Developers Conference, better known as WWDC.While most of the event is catered to developers, the opening keynote address is traditionally way more consumer-oriented than most of Apple's competitors' developer events. Apple usually saves its big software announcements for WWDC (and also announces some of its most powerful desktop computers, like the Mac Studio, during the event).So, if you want to watch Tim Coo
  
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• Best horror movies of 2026, and where to watch them now

  05-06-2026 11:00 via mashable.com
  
  2026 is full of scary times. But if you like your horror confined to the screen, we've got you covered with a selection of the best that this year has had to offer so far. Mashable's entertainment team has an insatiable thirst for all things horror. As such, we've not only seen the big flashy releases like Lee Cronin's The Mummy, Kevin Williamson's Scream 7, Nia Dacosta's 28 Year Later: Bone Temple, Maggie Gyllenhaal's The Bride!, and Sam Raimi's Send Help, but also indie offerings like Backroom
  
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• Meta quietly added facial recognition code for smart glasses to its app, says its just exploring

  05-06-2026 10:56 via mashable.com
  
  Meta has quietly added facial recognition tech for its smart glasses to its Meta AI app. A Wired investigation discovered that the code has been added to Meta's AI app over "multiple updates this year." The feature is internally called NameTag, and it can reportedly identity people captured by the camera on Meta's smart glasses, including Ray-Bans and Oakleys, as well as alert the wearer when it recognizes someone. The fact that Meta is looking into this is not new; The New York Times wrote abou
  
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