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French AI startup Mistral has weathered a rocky period of public questioning over the last year to emerge, now here in December 2025, with new, crowd-pleasing models for enterprise and indie developers.Just days after releasing its powerful open source, general purpose Mistral 3 LLM family for edge devices and local hardware, the company returned today to debut Devstral 2.The release includes a new pair of models optimized for software engineering tasks — again, with one small enough to ru

Trump hosted the Kennedy Center Honors on Sunday, and was quick to compare his own hosting abilities with that of his least favorite host, Jimmy Kimmel — who he described as "terrible" and "horrible.""That is very hurtful," Kimmel says in the clip. "I thought we were friends. I don't know what's going on. He is really fixated. I'm starting to think he might have a crush on me."Kimmel goes on to play a clip of Trump saying, "If I can't beat out Jimmy Kimmel in terms of talent, then I don't

SAVE OVER $100: As of Dec. 9, the 11-inch Apple iPad Air (M3, 128GB, WiFi) is on sale at Amazon for $449.99 after clipping the coupon on the store page. Normally it's listed for $599, so this saves you $149.01.Opens in a new windowCredit: AppleApple iPad Air 11-inch with M3 chip$449.99 at Amazon $599 Save $149.01 Get DealIf you've been hoping to score some deals on Apple devices before the holidays, Amazon still has some discounts to look through. In particular, if an iPad is on your shoppi

TL;DR: The Deeper Connect Air Portable Decentralized VPN Travel Router is on sale for $169 with free shipping (order by Dec. 15 for holiday delivery).Opens in a new windowCredit: Deeper ConnectDeeper Connect Air Portable Decentralized VPN Travel Router$169 $219 Save $50 Get DealIf you’re shopping for someone who travels often — whether for work, remote gigs, or pure wanderlust — this is the kind of gift that instantly makes their life easier.The Deeper Connect Air is a por

TL;DR: Live stream Toronto Raptors vs. New York Knicks in the NBA Cup for free with a 30-day trial of Amazon Prime. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.The NBA Cup quarter finals are here, featuring some fascinating matchups including Toronto Raptors vs. New York Knicks. The Raptors have been one of the most interesting stories of the season. The Knicks started slowly, but have been looking pretty slick of late. This quarter-final matchup is difficult to predi

TL;DR: Live stream Orlando Magic vs. Miami Heat in the NBA Cup for free with a 30-day trial of Amazon Prime. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.The NBA Cup quarter finals feature some really interesting matchups, including Orlando Magic vs. Miami Heat. The Magic have a perfect record in this competition, and there's a feeling that things are slowly starting to click after a slow start. That being said, we would be surprised if Erik Spoelstra didn't have somet

Shopping for gifts for gamers is a double-edged Master Sword. On the one hand, there are so many cool games, consoles, and accessories to choose from. But that's also the tricky part: There is so much gaming-related merchandise to choose from, to the point where you might feel under-leveled for the "simple" task of picking that just-right gift — especially if they're a long-time player who already has all of the obvious gaming gear. That's where we come in. To help you on your side quest t

SAVE $19.50: Pokémon TCG's Phantasmal Flames Elite Trainer Box is currently $87.49 on TCGPlayer right now, that's $19.50 less than Amazon's $106.99. But if you manage to qualify for Amazon's Visa card, you'll get an instant $60 gift card to knock down the ETB price to $46.99.Opens in a new windowCredit: The Pokémon CompanyPhantasmal Flames Elite Trainer Box$106.99 at Amazon Possible $60 Gift Card if you qualify on Amazon. TCGPlayer is cheapest otherwise.Get DealElite Trainer Boxes

In May, at its annual Google I/O conference, Google announced a new product called the "Android XR glasses," without saying much about the specs or giving us a launch date. Now, Google is ready to share more. In a blog post, the company clarified that it's actually working on two types of smart glasses, both developed in partnership with Samsung, Gentle Monster, and Warby Parker. SEE ALSO:Google's Year in Search 2025: The most interesting part is how we searched
The first product is what Google

Australia's social media ban for children under 16 will come into effect this Wednesday, Dec. 10. Platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat, and YouTube have already begun disabling users' accounts to comply with the new law.Approved by Australia's Senate earlier this year, the Online Safety Amendment (Social Media Minimum Age) Act requires social media platforms to take "reasonable steps" to prevent Australians under 16 from holding accounts. A platform will be subject to this requirement i

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 &mdas

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

Like it or not, sleep is a non-negotiable aspect of being alive. We human beings require sleep to continue functioning. The problem is, for plenty of people, sleep is an elusive beast. For a gigantic list of reasons, people struggle to get enough high-quality sleep and keep that sleep schedule consistent. One of the main sleep disruptors is temperature. Some of us can sweat through the sheets in January, while others cannot warm up no matter how many wool duvets they add to the bed. The Eig

SAVE $20.58: Pokémon TCG's Mega Evolution Enhanced Booster Box is now down to $231.99 at TCGPlayer, which includes a Bulbasaur Stamped Illustration Rare promo card worth $17.07. The same Booster Box is going for $252.57 on Amazon, but you could get a $60 instant gift card to save more.Opens in a new windowCredit: The Pokémon CompanyMega Evolution Enhanced Booster Box. $252.57 at Amazon Possible $60 Gift Card if you qualify on Amazon. TCGPlayer is cheapest otherwise.Get DealI love a

SAVE $100: As of Dec. 9, the iPad mini is on sale for $549 at Amazon. That's a 15% savings on the list price.Opens in a new windowCredit: AppleApple iPad mini (A17 Pro)$549 at Amazon $649 Save $100 Get DealApple's iPad Mini is back on sale, and, as of Dec. 9 you can save $100 on the WiFi + cellular model which is now down to $549. The iPad Mini gives you the full Apple iPad experience, but in a smaller design. It features Apple Intelligence, an 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display, the ultrafast

SAVE $350: As of Dec. 9, the Garmin fēnix 8 is on sale for $849.99 at Amazon. That's a 29% discount on the list price.Opens in a new windowCredit: GarminGarmin fēnix 8$849.99 at Amazon $1,199.99 Save $350 Get DealThe Garmin fēnix 8 is one of the most advanced Garmin models. Really, there's very little it can't do. It's especially a great companion for the endurance athlete (thanks to its impressively long battery life), but it's also great for anyone who takes their fitness a

SAVE $202: As of Dec. 9, the Hisense 75-inch QD7 is on sale for $597.99 at Amazon. That's a 25% savings on the list price.Opens in a new windowCredit: HisenseHisense 75-inch QD7$597.99 at Amazon $799.99 Save $202 Get DealChristmas is the perfect time of year to treat yourself to a new TV. If you've been looking for a new TV to bring in the festive season, this latest Amazon deal on the Hisense 75-inch QD7 is not one to ignore.It's a seriously impressive TV, and a great choice for rewatching

SAVE $130: As of Dec. 9, the Samsung 32-Inch Odyssey G55C is on sale for $199.99 at Amazon. That's a 39% saving on the list price.Opens in a new windowCredit: SamsungSamsung 32-Inch Odyssey G55C$199.99 at Amazon $329.99 Save $130 Get DealIn need of a new gaming monitor to upgrade your setup? Look no further than this Amazon deal on the Samsung 32-Inch Odyssey G55C. As of Dec. 9, this model is currently on sale for its lowest-ever price, bringing the list price down to $199.99. That gives yo

It's day 19 of the lunar cycle and we're close to a new lunar phase, the Third Quarter. From here, the moon will quickly get smaller each night until there's nothing left at all. That phase is known as the New Moon. But what's happening tonight, on day 19? Read on to find out. What is today’s moon phase?As of Tuesday, Dec. 9, the moon phase is Waning Gibbous. This means 73% of the moon is lit up tonight, according to NASA's Daily Moon Observation. We've still got more than half of the moon

TL;DR: Watch the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations for free on Channel 4. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.There is quite simply no tournament like the Africa Cup of Nations. It's an electric combination of heated rivalries, colorful fans, and football without the handbrake. We know that the eyes of the footballing world are already fixed on the 2026 World Cup, but this incredible tournament should whet the appetite of fans before the main event next summer

TL;DR: Live stream Inter Milan vs. Liverpool in the Champions League for free with a 30-day trial of Amazon Prime. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.The Champions League is back with another round of festive fixtures, including Inter Milan vs. Liverpool. Things continue to be tough for the Premier League champions, and a trip to the San Siro isn't going to make things any easier. Can Arne Slot start to turn everything around with a huge win on the road?If yo

TL;DR: Live stream Bayern Munich vs. Sporting in the Champions League for free on Virgin Media Player. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.There are a number of really interesting matchups in the latest round of Champions League fixtures, including Bayern Munich vs. Sporting. Only separated by two points, this is a difficult game to predict. Sure, the German champions are favorites. But Sporting possess the quality to give Vincent Kompany's side some pr

TL;DR: Live stream Atalanta vs. Chelsea in the Champions League for free on Virgin Media Player. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.There are a number of fascinating matchups in the latest round of Champions League fixtures, including Atalanta vs. Chelsea. These teams are tied on 10 points after five games. Everything is still very much to play for in the group stage, so we're expecting an electric display when these sides come together in Bergamo this

Welcome to your guide to Pips, the latest game in the New York Times catalogue.Released in August 2025, the 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 onto 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 ea

Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you're not always nice.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 December 9, 2025
Where did Wordle come from?Originally created by engi

Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you're an NBA fan.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 th

Today's Connections: Sports Edition will be easy if you've had to buy equipment from Academy.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 g

The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult to solve if you're a colorful person.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 j

Alex Karp, the CEO of controversial tech company Palantir, raised eyebrows during a recent live interview with the New York Times. In a viral video of the discussion, Karp defended his company to the Times' Andrew Ross Sorkin, gesturing dramatically with his arms, bouncing up and down on his chair, and struggling to make his point. Palantir’s X account shared the video on Sunday morning and announced Karp is launching The Neurodivergent Fellowship: "If you find yourself relating to [K