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• The Odysseys ending makes it a stealth Oppenheimer sequel

  17-07-2026 11:00 via mashable.com
  
  When Christopher Nolan announced that he'd be following up Oppenheimer with The Odyssey, I viewed it as him doing a full 180. SEE ALSO:'The Odyssey' review: Christopher Nolan turns an epic myth into a movie masterpiece
  On the surface, the works couldn't be more different. The former: a biographical film examining the most devastating technological development of the 20th century. The latter: an adaptation of Homer's seminal poem, teeming with monsters, gods, and adventure. The Odyssey represente
  
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• X finally rebuilt its neglected Android app, and it only took a year

  21-07-2026 10:59 via digitaltrends.com
  
  X has spent nearly a year rebuilding its Android app from scratch, promising smoother scrolling, faster loading, more reliable notifications, and a stronger foundation for upcoming features.
  
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• The ultimate air purifier buying guide: Match your space, budget, and needs

  21-07-2026 10:10 via mashable.com
  
  Join JD as he breaks down exactly how to choose the right air purifier for your home without overspending. Learn how to match the perfect unit to your specific room size, budget, and air quality goals so you can breathe easier.
  
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• T-Mobiles back-to-school deals include free iPhones, Apple Watches, and a $99 iPad — how to qualify

  21-07-2026 10:09 via mashable.com
  
  The best T-Mobile back-to-school deals for students:Best phone deal Samsung Galaxy S26 or iPhone 17Free with T-MobileGet DealBest wearable dealApple Watch SE3Free with T-MobileGet DealBest budget phone deal iPhone 16e + $100 Mastercard Free with T-MobileGet DealBest tablet deal Galaxy Tab A11+ (New Tablet Line)Free with T-MobileGet DealBest budget phone plan dealMetro Unlimited 5G$20/monthGet DealBest home internet deal 5G Home Internet$35/monthGet Deal
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• Netflixs My Brilliant Career trailer looks like Eloise Bridgerton in the Australian bush

  21-07-2026 09:35 via mashable.com
  
  Netflix has released the official trailer for Australian period drama My Brilliant Career, and it looks like Eloise Bridgerton in the Aussie bush.Based on Miles Franklin' classic novel published in 1901, the series follows aspiring writer Sybylla (Philippa Northeast), who is more interested in building her career than securing a good marriage. With no intentions on becoming a demure wife, she rails against her family's designs as well as societal expectations of her as a young woman.However, des
  
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• Seth Meyers shares montage of crowds booing Trump at sport events

  21-07-2026 09:25 via mashable.com
  
  Seth Meyers has put together a montage of crowds booing President Donald Trump, the latest such incident occurring last Sunday at the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. With how often it's happened, Trump's probably gotten used to being booed by thousands of people by now."At this point I'm guessing Trump's staff tries to make him feel better by telling him he's just being followed around by ghosts," Meyers quipped.Trump's approval rating has plummeted since his inauguration last year, with The Economis
  
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• Moon phase today: What the Moon will look like on July 21

  21-07-2026 06:00 via mashable.com
  
  It's the First Quarter phase of the lunar cycle tonight, which means the Moon is halfway between the New Moon and Full Moon phases.Keep reading to see what you can spot on the Moon's surface tonight.What is today’s Moon phase?As of Tuesday, July 21, NASA's Daily Moon Guide tracker tells us the Moon phase is in First Quarter phase, with 48% of its surface visible. You won't need any visual aids to be able to spot the Mares Crisium and Fecunditatis. Binoculars will also help you to see the E
  
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• Hurdle hints and answers for July 21, 2026

  21-07-2026 06:00 via mashable.com
  
  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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• NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for July 21, 2026

  21-07-2026 05:33 via mashable.com
  
  Today's Connections: Sports Edition will be easier if you watch the WNBA.As 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 hur
  
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• NYT Pips hints, answers for July 21, 2026

  21-07-2026 05:29 via mashable.com
  
  Welcome to your guide to Pips, the latest game in the New York Times catalogue.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
  
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• Wordle today: Answer, hints for July 21, 2026

  21-07-2026 04:00 via mashable.com
  
  Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you can keep a secret.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 July 21, 2026
  Where did Wordle come from?Originally created by engineer
  
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• NYT Strands hints, answers for July 21, 2026

  21-07-2026 04:00 via mashable.com
  
  Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you're a good writer.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 phrase
  
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• NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for July 21, 2026

  21-07-2026 04:00 via mashable.com
  
  The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult if you're a theater kid.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 en
  
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• macOS 27 Beta has a secret Siri AI interface. How to try it.

  21-07-2026 00:37 via mashable.com
  
  You've waited long enough for Apple's relaunch of Siri as an AI assistant, and now you can finally try out the Siri AI beta for iOS. But, psst, don't tell anyone, but there's even more Siri AI for you to try out with a secret Siri AI interface on Mac.A Reddit user on the r/MacOSBeta subreddit has discovered a "hidden lightweight UI" for Siri AI in the macOS 27 Golden Gate beta. This feature basically provides users with an array of AI tools, presented in a pop-up menu whenever text is highlighte
  
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• AI just disproved a major math problem. A mathematician explains.

  21-07-2026 00:14 via mashable.com
  
  While the rest of the world was watching the World Cup on Sunday evening, mathematician Levent Alpöge casually announced on X that he had used Anthropic's Fable 5 to disprove the Jacobian conjecture. This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.
  The Jacobian conjecture is a long-standing open problem in algebraic geometry that's bedeviled highly accomplished mathematicians for almost 90 years. It was included in "Smale's problems," a list of unresolved math p
  
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• Everything we expect from Samsung’s July event (Fold 8, watches, and glasses!)

  20-07-2026 22:31 via mashable.com
  
  Is Samsung about to completely change the foldable game? Samsung’s July 22 Unpacked Event is just around the corner, and massive upgrades are incoming. We’re expecting a brand-new, wider Galaxy Z Fold 8 alongside an ultra-premium Fold 8 Ultra. Plus, we should get our first look at the next-gen Watch Ultra 2 and a new pair of Android XR smart glasses.
  
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• The moments that defined the 2026 World Cup

  20-07-2026 22:01 via mashable.com
  
  Every four years, the World Cup reminds us why we fall in love with sports in the first place.The 2026 tournament was one of firsts. For the first time, three countries — Canada, Mexico, and the United States — shared hosting duties. For the first time, the field expanded from 32 to 48 teams, giving more nations a chance to compete on the sport's biggest stage and more federations the opportunity to showcase their depth.That expansion brought historic debuts for Cape Verde, Jordan, C
  
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• Social platforms draw consumers in, but conversions falter

  20-07-2026 20:22 via socialmediatoday.com
  
  Social media has become the No. 1 channel for consumers globally to find new products, ESW found. But trust in those checkout experiences remain elusive, creating a fragmented customer journey.
  
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• The Eufy E25 2-in-1 robot vacuum is $400 off at Amazon right now

  20-07-2026 19:14 via mashable.com
  
  SAVE 40%: As of July 20, you can get the Eufy E25 robot vacuum-mop combo for $599.99, down from $999.99, at Amazon. That's a 40% discount or $400 in savings. Eufy E25$599.99 at Amazon $999.99 Save $400 Get Deal at Amazon
  As you've probably read by now, I have two beagles who love to destroy my floors (particularly right after I've cleaned the entire apartment). To keep my sanity intact, I own an arsenal of cleaning supplies, including the Dreame L60 Pro Ultra and the Aero Pro Steam (I call
  
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• Today only: The Ecovacs Goat A2000 LiDAR Pro robot lawn mower is on sale for over $500 off

  20-07-2026 18:56 via mashable.com
  
  SAVE $501.99: The Ecovacs Goat A2000 LiDAR Pro Robot Lawn Mower is on sale at Amazon for $1,498, down from the list price of $1,999.99. That's a 25% discount.Opens in a new windowCredit: EcovacsEcovacs Goat A2000 LiDAR Pro Robotic Lawn Mower$1,498 at Amazon $1,999.99 Save $501.99 Get DealNow that we're in the peak of summer, it's time to spend as much time as possible outside. Soon enough, it'll be grey skies, rain, and chilly hands when we head outside. While savoring the warm temperatures
  
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• Apple AirTags are back down to their lowest price ever

  20-07-2026 18:42 via mashable.com
  
  Save $10: As of July 20, you can grab a four-pack of second generation Apple AirTags at Amazon or Best Buy for. $89. This will save you 10% on their $99 list price, and brings the Bluetooth trackers back down to their lowest price ever.Opens in a new windowCredit: AppleApple AirTag (4-pack)$89 at Amazon and Best Buy $99 Save $10 Get DealA Bluetooth tracker may not be the most exciting piece of tech you can buy, but it can certainly be one of the most life-saving. Apple AirTags have long bee
  
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• Kalshi gains 3 million users amid World Cup gambling

  20-07-2026 18:38 via mashable.com
  
  Spain has won the 2026 FIFA World Cup – and millions of new Kalshi users either won or lost money betting on the game.According to prediction market Kalshi, the platform brought in 3 million new users during the World Cup tournament, which kicked off on June 11 and ended with the Spain vs. Argentina final on July 19.In addition to the millions of new users, the company said that the World Cup broke a platform record for the most money traded in a single market. Kalshi says more than $1.2 b
  
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• Jimothy the raccoon is taking over the internet

  20-07-2026 18:36 via mashable.com
  
  A very unusual raccoon from Seattle has become the internet's newest sweetheart.Since appearing in a brief video filmed in the city’s Ballard neighborhood, Jimothy has accumulated millions of views and inspired murals, tattoos, merchandise, government public-service announcements, a city proclamation, and even a surprise appearance at a Seattle Mariners game.Online, fans have promoted him to "King Jimothy," "Saint Jimothy," and Seattle’s "sweet prince." "Hot Jimothy Summer," a play o
  
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• The best SSD deals this week take over $600 off 2TB Samsung and almost $100 off SanDisk 1TB Extreme Fit

  20-07-2026 18:30 via mashable.com
  
  Best SSD deals this week:Best overall dealSamsung 870 EVO 2TB Internal SSD$399.99 at Amazon(save $640)Get DealBest portable SSD dealSanDisk 1TB Extreme Portable SSD $224.99 at SanDisk(save $58)Get DealBest SSD flash drive dealSanDisk 1TB Extreme Fit USB-C Flash Drive$219 at Amazon(save $93.99)Get Deal
  We're in a memory drought. It's a painful experience for those who want to increase storage, record footage, or backup files. According to the experts, the situation is only going to get worse. As
  
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• Amazons Fire HD 10 tablet is under $100 for the first time all year

  20-07-2026 18:19 via mashable.com
  
  SAVE $40: As of July 20, the Amazon Fire HD 10 tablet is on sale for just $99.99 at Amazon. That's 29% off its list price and the first discount we've seen in 2026.Opens in a new windowCredit: AmazonAmazon Fire HD 10 tablet$99.99 at Amazon $139.99 Save $40.00 Get DealA few years back, Amazon quietly released a new Fire HD 10 tablet. It's lighter, 25% faster, and longer-lasting than the previous iteration. It also has better cameras and support for Amazon's stylus. We were pretty surprised i
  
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• What does The Odyssey translator Emily Wilson think of Christopher Nolans film?

  20-07-2026 18:08 via mashable.com
  
  We can't ask Homer what he thinks of Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey, but we can ask someone who knows it better than most.Emily Wilson, the British-American classicist whose 2017 translation of the epic poem was one of the director's inspirations, was asked her opinion on The Odyssey film by the Associated Press."I want to celebrate the fact that so many more people are aware of The Odyssey and were brought back to the poem,” she told AP. "But at the same time, I had the sense that Christ
  
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• Two of our favorite Kindles are on sale for their lowest prices ever

  20-07-2026 18:04 via mashable.com
  
  Best Kindle deals as of July 20Best overall dealAmazon Kindle Paperwhite$124.99(save $35)Get DealBest upgrade dealAmazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition$144.99(save $55)Get Deal
  While there are a ton of great options for e-readers these days, basically no brands have Amazon's Kindle beat when it comes to affordability. That holds especially true come sitewide sales at Amazon like Prime Day, as Kindles tend to go on sale for record low prices. While you may catch them on offer at other times
  
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• Purely Elizabeth lampoons protein-maxxing for major product launch

  20-07-2026 18:00 via marketingdive.com
  
  An effort promoting Protein Ancient Grain Granola is the brand’s first work with Wpromote x Giant Spoon since naming the shop media AOR in April.
  
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• Lovehoneys Black Friday in July sale is live with up to 70% off

  20-07-2026 17:51 via mashable.com
  
  UP TO 70% OFF: Lovehoney's annual Black Friday in July Sale is live. Save on sex toys, lingerie, bondage gear, and more during the 2026 sale. Opens in a new windowCredit: LovehoneyLovehoney's Black Friday in July SaleGet up to 70% off sex toys, lingerie, and more.Shop NowIt's that time of year again: Marketing teams everywhere are going to be singing "It's Christmas in July." Why they do this, I have no idea. I'd honestly like to enjoy my seasons in the appropriate amount of time, but here we ar
  
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• How global energy production is changing, in 6 charts

  20-07-2026 17:50 via pewresearch.org
  
  Fossil fuels still dominate global electricity, but wind and solar are surging. In 2025, renewables outpaced coal worldwide for the first time, supplying 34% of electricity.
  
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