How to watch the Knicks vs. Spurs, Game 5 at a glance: ESPN Unlimited $29.99/month Learn More YouTube TV free 10-day trial Learn More Hulu + Live TV free 3-day trial Learn More Fubo TV Pro free 5-day trial Learn More Fortunately for New York fans, the alleged Trump curse was lifted for Game 4 of the NBA Finals, and the Knicks took a 3-1 series lead over the San Antonio Spurs after a historic comeback. I'm not even a basketball fan, and I thought the game was pretty dang electric. The teams will now head back to San Antonio for Game 5. The Spurs are desperate for a win to stay in, but the Knicks could take it all this weekend for the first time in over 50 years. Even if you're not a huge fan of either team, Game 5 is sure to be epic. Here's everything you need to know to watch the action unfold live. SEE ALSO: The Knicks' historic comeback broke the internet When is Game 5 of the NBA Finals?Game 5 of the NBA Finals will take place Saturday, June 13, in San Antonio at Frost Bank Center, with tip-off scheduled at 8:30 p.m. ET.How to watch Knicks vs. Spurs, Game 5 liveGame 5 will air live on ABC for cable subscribers on Saturday. For cord-cutters, you'll either need an ESPN Unlimited subscription, which gives you access to live sports on ABC, or you'll need a live TV cable replacement service like YouTube TV or Fubo. Opens in a new window Credit: ESPN ESPN Unlimited $29.99/month Learn More ESPN Unlimited costs $29.99 per month or $299.99 per year (save $59.89/year), and unfortunately, there's no free trial. You can also bundle it with Disney+ and Hulu ($35.99/month for all three) or Fox One ($39.99/month for both) for the ultimate streaming package. The good news is that an ESPN Unlimited subscription will give you access to Game 5, plus any other games that may be necessary in the NBA Finals, as well as the NHL Stanley Cup Finals, NFL Monday Night Football, select college football games, and more.ESPN Unlimited deals:ESPN Unlimited annual subscription — $299.99/year $359.88/year (save $59.89/year)Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN Unlimited bundle — $35.99/month $53.97/month (save $17.98/month)ESPN Unlimited and Fox One bundle — $39.99/month $49.98/month (save $9.99/month) Opens in a new window Credit: YouTube TV YouTube TV Sports plan free 10-day trial, then $54.99/month for your first year Learn More We're big fans of YouTube TV's massive 100+ channel lineup, which includes all of the networks you'll need to tune into the Stanley Cup playoffs live. We're even bigger fans of the 10-day free trial offer. With 10 days of free streaming, you'll be able to watch Game 5 of the NBA Finals on ABC, as well as any other games necessary in the series, plus so much more across over 100 different channels. Should you choose to keep your subscription going, it will cost you $67.99 per month for your first three months of the YouTube TV Base Plan ($82.99/month thereafter) or $54.99 per month for your first 12 months of the new YouTube TV Sports plan ($64.99/month thereafter).YouTube TV deals:YouTube TV Sports — free 10-day trial, $54.99/month for your first year $64.99/month (save $120)YouTube TV Base — free 10-day trial, $67.99/month for your first 3 months $82.99/month (save $45)Honorable mentions:If you've already exhausted your YouTube TV free trial offer, check out one of these honorable mentions to watch the Knicks vs. Spurs Game 5 for free this weekend.Fubo TV Pro — free 5-day trial, then $58.99 for one month $73.99/month (save $15)Hulu + Live TV (includes ABC) — 3-day trial, then $82.99 per monthDirecTV My Sports (includes ABC) — 5-day trial, then $44.99/month for two months $64.99/month (save $40)

The best robot vacuums of 2026 so far at a glance Most well-rounded robot vacuum of 2026 so far Dreame X60 Max Ultra Complete $1,599.99 at Amazon Shop Now Best roller mop robot vacuum of 2026 so far Narwal Flow 2 $1,499.99 at Amazon Shop Now Best budget robot vacuum of 2026 so far Eufy C28 $499.99 with coupon at Eufy Shop Now Prettiest robot vacuum of 2026 so far Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal 2-in-1 Luxe Collection $1,299.99 at SharkNinja Shop Now The pool of 2026 robot vacuums so far is significantly more diverse than it has been in years past. Previously, it's been the same old battle of suction power or a corner cleaning competition between five or six bots with near-identical mopping functionality. This year, though, robot vacuum brands like Dreame, Shark, Roborock, Eufy, and Narwal seem to be more concerned with genuine yet realistic innovation. All of the biggest robot vacuums of the year have one or two cool cleaning features that are unique to that brand. We've seen three or four totally different mopping pad designs, AI mess detection and UV light-driven mess detection, and a refreshing variation in the aesthetics of dock designs. SEE ALSO: I tried the Dyson Spot+Scrub Ai at home. I was cursing it out more often than I was cheering it on. This time a year ago, I had just wrapped up testing the flop of a robot vacuum with a mechanical arm. I then wrote a thinkpiece about how robot vacuum companies were losing the plot with half-baked high-tech features that aren't all that appealing to the average consumer. People just want a robot vacuum that works without intervention, and then maybe they'll be down to pay a more premium price. And that's just what we got this year: A robust selection of robot vacuum advancements at surprisingly generous price points. The most expensive robot vacuums in 2026 cost between $1,499.99 and $1,699.99 — the same price point as their weaker counterparts from 2025.Since CES in January 2026, I've tested more than 10 of those 2026 robot vacuums in my own home. Here are the four robot vacuums that have impressed me the most so far this year:Dreame X60 Max Ultra Complete I like the Dreame X60 Max Ultra Complete for its impressive suction power and hot-water mopping. Credit: Leah Stodart / Mashable The Dreame X60 Max Ultra Complete is the most well-rounded robot vacuum of 2026 so far. Its 35,000 Pa of suction power is nearly the most powerful you'll find this year, and I appreciate the fact that it actually lives up to its specs. Cat hair pickup on multiple rug piles was consistently solid, and I found the X60 Max Ultra Complete to have more reliable debris pickup than the Roborock Saros 20's 36,000 Pa. Though it's a beast in terms of suction, it's quite humble in terms of presence in your home. It's pretty quiet and extremely slim at just 3.1 inches tall.At $1,699.99, the Dreame X60 Max Ultra Complete is also tied for the most expensive robot vacuum of 2026 so far with the Roborock Saros 20 Sonic. That's still steep in my eyes, but your money would be spent on premium features that actually improve the experience. Hot water is used during mopping (not just when washing the pads in the dock), and I think that helped a lot to prevent a greasy residue left behind after wiping up a liquid spill. The X60 Max Ultra Complete's AI cameras perform some of the most perceptive mess detection that I've seen this year — if it notices a spill during a casual clean, it automatically makes multiple passes over the extra-dirty area until the job is done. Dreame X60 Max Ultra Complete $1,599.99 at Amazon $1,699.99 Save $100   Shop Now at Amazon Narwal Flow 2 The Narwal Flow 2's suction power and mess detection make it the best roller mop robot vacuum of 2026 so far. Credit: Leah Stodart / Mashable The Narwal Flow 2 is the best roller mop robot vacuum of 2026 so far. The Roborock Qrevo Curv 2 Flow is a close second here, but Narwal's latest pulls ahead with 31,000 Pa of suction power (compared to the Roborock's 20,000 Pa) and incredibly perceptive AI mess detection. The Narwal Flow 2 had a great track record of identifying large piles of debris or large spills bigger than a droplet or two. Its forward-facing camera snaps a before picture before conducting intensive spot cleaning on the area.Roller mop robot vacuums are known for rinsing their mop as they clean, making them better at preventing smearing a spill or dragging dirty water across the floor. Narwal takes it a step further with heated mopping — and as I've learned over the past few months, hot water usage is a critical mopping feature that any flagship mopping robot vacuum should have by 2027. Hot water loosens the bonds that make grease slimy and tricky to lift off hard surfaces. Since roller mop robot vacuums are particularly geared toward soaking up liquids, they're bound to deal with a lot of greasy, oily, or just plain sticky kitchen spills. To keep hard floors residue-free, those stubborn consistencies need to be dissolved with heat (rather than relying on scrubbing alone). Despite some quirky settings, I'm wickedly impressed with the Narwal Flow 2, and would recommend it to any spill-prone household.Eufy C28 The Eufy C28 is my favorite budget robot vacuum that I've tested in 2026 thus far. Credit: Leah Stodart / Mashable The Eufy C28 is the best budget robot vacuum of 2026 so far. The $799.99 MSRP isn't bad as it is, but the C28 can almost always be found on sale between $499.99 and $549.99. You won't find a robot vacuum in that price range that handles liquid spills as well as the C28's self-rinsing roller does. (In fact, you're unlikely to stumble across another roller mop robot vacuum this cheap at all.) In my apartment, the C28's mop also came in handy for wiping up super-fine debris and dust, like kitty litter and pet hair, on hardwood. On rugs, the C28's 18,000 Pa suction power was far more effective on cat hair than I ever expected. I'm not sure that it's the best robot vacuum for homes with multiple shedders, but for one or two animals, the C28 would be more than enough. I appreciated how seriously the Eufy C28 took spot cleaning, especially when it came to straddling rug edges to get the debris that hides near the flaps. The dock and robot itself aren't the sleekest, but the C28 has too stacked a skillset to ignore. Opens in a new window Credit: Eufy Eufy C28 $499.99 $799.99 Save $300   Shop Now Shark UV Reveal 2-in-1 Luxe Collection The new Luxe Home Collection from Shark includes the most chic vacuums you can buy right now. Credit: Shark I'm obsessed with Shark's UV stain detection. Credit: Leah Stodart / Mashable The new Luxe Home Collection shades make the Shark UV Reveal 2-in-1 the prettiest robot vacuum of 2026 so far. Before these four earth tones came out, I tested the UV Reveal 2-in-1 at home and was floored by the blacklight detection of invisible dried stains on my hardwood floors. Now, this unique robot vacuum and mop comes in evergreen, ivory, espresso, and deep harbor (navy-ish blue). I haven't seen these colors in person, but I'm sure they're just as stunning as the green Shark PowerDetect Speed cordless vacuum that I'm testing at home.If you want to automate sweeping and mopping at home, chances are that you're hoping for more frequent cleaning because you care about the state of your home. Ironically, that often means that you're forced to disrupt the state of a room's cohesiveness with a big plastic black or white box that simply looks cheap or too techy. Robot vacuums and their big self-empty docks aren't designed to be hidden under furniture anymore, so Shark's realization that robot vacuums have every right to be stylish is just as innovative as the cleaning itself.It pains me to remember that the Shark UV Reveal's flat mopping pad isn't really built for dealing with large spills while they're still wet. However, Shark's innovative use of science-backed cleaning tech is refreshing amid the race to have the best AI stain detection cameras. I can see the UV Reveal inspiring a new wave of mopping robot vacuums that react to messes in real time more accurately than ever before, and for that, Shark deserves a spot in the best of 2026 list. Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal 2-in-1 Luxe Collection $1,299.99 at SharkNinja   Shop Now

Astronomers now have stronger evidence that mysterious "little red dots" found in the early universe could come from black holes wrapped in thick clouds of gas disguising their light.Little red dots have puzzled astronomers since their discovery in 2022. Initially, some researchers thought they "broke cosmology," unsure how unusually mature galaxies could have formed so fast after the Big Bang, forcing scientists to rethink their understanding of the dawn of time. NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has taken a deep look at one of these strange objects, a distant source called GLIMPSE-17775. It appears so small, so compact, and so red that it defies standard classification. By studying the space object's light, a team of researchers teased out more than 40 distinct chemical features. Taken together, they gave scientists a model for what the environment inside the object must look like. The verdict: GLIMPSE-17775 behaves like a voracious supermassive black hole, gobbling up a meal while encased in layers of gas. The team's study was published in The Astrophysical Journal. "Everything fits, nothing is broken, and I think that makes the puzzle that is our universe even better," said Vasily Kokorev, lead author of the paper, in a statement. "Looking ahead, I'm eager to dive deeper and learn about what is powering the central engines of little red dots."  SEE ALSO: NASA picked its next Artemis crew. Here's what they'll do. Earlier studies suggested perhaps these little red dots were ordinary galaxies, just heavily altered in appearance by surrounding dust. Others proposed something more radical: supermassive black holes feeding inside dense balls of gas. The concept became known as a "black hole star." Scientists based the idea on broad clues, like the objects' compact size and unusual hydrogen patterns. But those alone couldn't tell them what physical processes were occurring to shape their light. The James Webb Space Telescope observes GLIMPSE-17775, south of the Abell S1063 galaxy cluster, the bright white light in the center of this image. Credit: NASA / ESA / CSA / V. Kokorev / A. Pagan Kokorev's team created a spectrum of GLIMPSE-17775, which existed about 1.8 billion years after the Big Bang, by splitting its light into its component colors. The technique can reveal the presence and absence of different elements and conditions. These new observations allowed them to test the idea of a black hole star from several different angles. One of the clearest clues came from the way the little red dot's light behaves. Instead of traveling directly into space, it appears to have ricocheted. That only happens in a dense cocoon of gas — far denser than what astronomers would see in an ordinary galaxy. At the center of that gas shell likely sits an actively feeding black hole, aka a quasar, according to the paper. As matter falls toward it, it releases energy. But instead of making a clean getaway, much of that energy gets absorbed and recycled by the surrounding gas. That process would naturally explain why the object appears very red and very compact. The gas changes the light before it ever reaches us. Some researchers think the "little red dots" in the early universe may be supermassive black holes, feeding inside dense balls of gas. Credit: T. Müller / A. de Graaff / Max Planck Institute for Astronomy illustration "When we saw the spectrum for the first time, it was like having all the pieces of a puzzle scattered on the floor," said Kokorev, an astrophysicist at the University of Texas at Austin. "Maybe a few pieces looked like nothing at first, but then a couple of them came together, and we realized that there was something there."The study also discusses the masses of these objects. Because earlier estimates relied on measuring how fast gas moves around the black hole, those figures may be unreliable, according to the paper. In an environment of dense gas such as this, the light could become extremely distorted before it reaches telescopes.  If that's the case, then some early-universe black holes may be smaller than they seem — just growing very quickly and shrouded in gas. That could resolve one of the biggest problems with little red dots: how something so early in cosmic history could grow to be so seemingly large.

Whenever you play a game of Among Us, the Impostor's identity is completely random. Red could just as easily be the culprit as Blue, and there is no narrative reason why any character in particular gets chosen. But when Among Us made its jump from video game to TV show, the choice of Impostor had to be intentional and character-driven. So, how did series creator Owen Dennis decide that the show's Impostors would be (spoiler!) eager unpaid intern Green (voiced by Elijah Wood) and overly peppy HR rep Orange (voiced by Yvette Nicole Brown)?The answer was rooted in murder mystery tropes. SEE ALSO: The 'Among Us' TV show is better than it has any right to be "If you think about the various tropes that come with murder mysteries, you end up with the classic: The butler did it," Dennis told Mashable in a video interview. "Why did the butler do it? Why is that the idea? It's because the butler is the person that's always there. At the time period that these sort of mysteries were written, they're basically the lowest on the totem pole."Who, then, is the lowest person on the totem pole on Among Us' spaceship, The Skeld? None other than the unpaid intern.While Green gets taken over by the Impostor alien parasite, Dennis views the harm as also coming from MIRA, the mining corporation behind the Crewmates' mission. After all, their nefarious pursuit of Ore+ — otherwise known as the alien eggs — is what caused this mess in the first place."The entire ship is just like this negligent corporation," Dennis said. "Who would the negligent corporation hurt first and hardest? It would be the person who has the least power, and that would be the intern." Featured Video For You Genndy Tartakovsky breaks down the animation of "Fixed" while drawing his iconic characters The aliens' parasitic nature acts as a stand-in for MIRA and its wrongdoings, which is why Orange, the company's main presence on the ship, also wound up as an Impostor."The first person to turn in this [situation] would be the one who is the most pro-corporation, who, of course, would give themselves willingly to this horrible machine that they're a part of," Dennis explained.Anti-corporate, anti-capitalist messaging was one of the last things I'd expect to see from an Among Us adaptation, but for Dennis, the idea jumped out at him from the sheer isolation of the game's Crewmates."Why isn't there anybody to help them?" Dennis asked. "There's so many systems that seem to fail them over and over again throughout this whole process. There's no government system that can help them. There's no corporate system that seems to help them. Even when they follow their own rules that are given to them by the corporation, where you have to do a vote, it's still an extremely imperfect system that can get a lot of innocent people killed."Among Us' combination of murder mystery tropes and anti-corporate rhetoric became a potent fuel for its Impostor choices, and Dennis wouldn't have it any other way."If there's anything that I'm always happy to push out into the light of day, it's how shitty corporations are," Dennis said.Among Us is now streaming on Paramount+.

Gather ‘round, witches and wizards. One of my favorite portable power station brands has made a hat for those who dabble in the dark arts. Jokes aside, there’s no denying the EcoFlow Power Hat looks like it’s something out of Harry Potter. But it’s actually a well-designed hat for anyone who spends time outside, and it might be the best way to keep your phone charged up when you’re adventuring off-grid. The EcoFlow Power Hat uses eight mini solar panels on the brim. Credit: Lauren Allain / Mashable In my quest for the best way to keep devices online while outdoors, I knew I needed to test out the EcoFlow Power Hat, which is genuinely a solar panel you wear on your noggin. I spent days wearing the hat in my backyard, while out on walks, and generally while living out my life to see just how functional it was. My niece, who’s 16 months old, gave me a judgmental and unapproving look every time she saw me wearing the hat. She clearly didn’t like it, but did I? Here’s what I experienced while testing out the EcoFlow Power hat, which sells for $129. EcoFlow Power Hat $129 at Amazon   Shop Now at Amazon Wearing a solar panel on my head recharged my phone at a surprising speedWe’ll talk about the looks of the hat later, but what matters most is that the EcoFlow Power Hat recharged my phone at a speed that I wasn’t expecting. To test the Power Hat’s abilities, I set it outside in direct Georgia summer sun for half an hour. I did my best to position the hat so all eight mini solar panels were getting full sun. It took my Google Pixel 8 from 83 percent to 93 percent charge. With those metrics, I was getting about 20 percent charge per hour, or five hours to get my phone from dead back to 100 percent charged. That’s not bad for a clothing accessory. Testing the EcoFlow Power Hat to recharge my phone. Credit: Lauren Allain / Mashable I used a USB-C power meter to take a reading of the power input the hat was giving my phone. EcoFlow says the hat can get up to 12W of power, but I only reached a max of 7W, and it mostly hung out near the 6W range. Still, I was impressed that my phone recharged by 10 percent in just 30 minutes of full sun. Here's some useful technical info about the solar panel hat.Spec teardown on the EcoFlow Power HatSize options: M/L (22 to 22.8 inch head circumference), L/XL (23.2 to 24 inch circumference)Rated power output: 12WHat weight (M/L): 13 ounces (0.8 pounds)Input options: 1 USB-C, 1 USB-AIncludes: Solar-panel hat, adjustable hat strap, carrying caseA hat built for function, not fashionNot that I thought wearing a solar panel on my head would be fashionable, but the hat has a distinctly unfashionable vibe going on. The upper part is a trucker hat design, with a structured front panel and a mesh back for breathability. The brim consists of eight mini solar panels. There’s also an adjustable chin strap you can add to the hat for extra functionality.The solar panel brim is stiff and stays in a semi-bent-up position, no matter how long I set it on a flat surface to relax. Wearing it for more than half an hour at a time left indents on my forehead, presumably because it’s pretty heavy. The medium/large size I tested weighs about 0.8 pounds. Another downside I noted is that the solar panels get hot to the touch; hot enough that it was uncomfortable to touch for more than a few seconds when sitting in full sun.  An underside view of the hat with the included strap. Credit: Lauren Allain / Mashable The hat has one USB-C and one USB-A port. Credit: Lauren Allain / Mashable But looks aside, the hat serves its intended function very well. Wear it around during a day outside, and you’ll get power into your small electronics. In terms of sun protection, this hat is incredible. The brim is wide and offers 360-degree coverage. If you’re out on a multi-day hiking excursion, this is the exact type of sun protection you’ll want.Who should own the EcoFlow Power HatAfter wearing the hat around for a few weeks, I’m convinced certain people will love the functionality of the Power Hat. If you head out on fishing trips, spend the day cruising on the boat, or love to spend the summer at festivals, recharging your phone via a hat is a genius move. Plus, you’re getting sun protection. It’s also a great idea for people who take multi-day backpacking trips and are trying to keep weight as low as possible. The hat removes the need to pack a power bank and a hat, combining the two. You could also wear the hat for a day at Disneyland, which is a notorious situation for dead phone batteries because you’re not gonna not take endless pictures of Minnie Mouse. Why the EcoFlow Power Hat might not be right for youDespite being a cool gadget, I’m not convinced the EcoFlow Power Hat is right for most people. Consider this: The EcoFlow 45W Portable Solar Panel costs $99 at full price, making it cheaper than the Power Hat and significantly more powerful at recharging small devices. That hat maxes out at 12W, according to EcoFlow, but I never got that much. While testing the hat, power output maxed out at about 7W. Credit: Lauren Allain / Mashable The super portable EcoFlow 28W Ultra-Light Solar Panel is also less expensive than the Power Hat when both are at full price. The 28W solar panel sells for $119 and could easily hang on a hiking backpack or sit on a boat deck. Comparing those prices to how much solar power they can harness, the EcoFlow hat only makes sense if you prefer the hat design. Otherwise, you can get more power for less money. And not have to wear a solar panel on your head.Where to buy the EcoFlow Power HatThe EcoFlow Power Hat is listed at $129, but it’s currently on sale for $89.99 at Best Buy, and it’s gone as low as $79 at Amazon. If you don’t dig the hat design, I’ve included two solar panel options I’d consider to be solid alternatives. Where to buy the EcoFlow Power hat and solar panel alternatives: EcoFlow Power Hat $129 at Amazon Get Deal EcoFlow Power Hat $99 at EcoFlow (M/L) (save $30) Get Deal EcoFlow Power Hat (L/LX) $89.99 at Best Buy (save $39.01) Get Deal EcoFlow 45W solar panel $99 at Amazon Get Deal EcoFlow 28W solar panel $99 at Ecoflow (save $20) Get Deal

You don't need to be a fan of RuPaul's Drag Race to enjoy Stop! That! Train!, but it certainly helps. The disaster spoof penned by Hazbin Hotel writers Christina Friel and Connor Wright is broadly funny in the way of The Naked Gun or Airplane!. The jokes are more about embracing sublime stupidity than references to the long-running drag queen competition. However, headlined by the queen of drag RuPaul Charles, and RuGirls like Ginger Minj, Jujubee, Brooke Lynn Hytes, Symone, and Marcia Marcia Marcia (aka Marty Lauter), Stop! That! Train! has more to give to audiences who know the show, or at the very least embrace its zany brand of queer humor. Stop! That! Train! delivers Heathers, underdogs, and a "stormaganza." Ginger Minj and Jujubee play Stank Rail attendants Tess and DeeDee Credit: Bleecker Street For years on RuPaul's Drag Race, the eponymous host and her panel of distinguished judges have challenged drag queens to become actors in a cascade of outlandish scenarios. There have been spoofs of science fiction, horror, and Shakespeare, to varying degrees of hilarity. But few of these concepts felt capable of supporting a feature-length plotline. Stop! That! Train! solves this problem by creating a totally outlandish scenario that — like most disaster movies — depends on leaping from one batch of could-be survivors to another. In this case, that allows for a nonstop ride of rollicking silliness. Stop! That! Train! begins with an ad for Glamazonian Hyper Speed Rail, a big, long, pink (and yes, very phallic) bullet train that promises a luxury experience, complete with a trio of high-class attendants (Hytes, Symone, Lauter). To work on such an illustrious train line is the dream of the tragically unchic besties Tess (Minj) and DeeDee (Jujubee), who are attendants at the far less prestigious Stank Rail. That is, until Stank Rail pulls a Spirit Airlines and closes without warning. From there, a twist of fate and a little help from a friend named Barbra (Latrice Royale) gives Tess and DeeDee their chance to be Glamazonians. But head attendant Amber (Hytes) won't make it easy on them. Meanwhile, in a control room for trains nationwide, mousy and bespectacled Donna Dusk (Crazy Ex-Girlfriend's Rachel Bloom) warns her boss that a collision of natural disasters called a "stormageddon" is set to collide with this big, pink bullet train! Not only could it endanger the lives of everyone on board, but a train wreck of this magnitude could also threaten a nuclear power plant, a children's hospital, and the home of beloved character actress (and recent Tony winner) Laurie Metcalf! So, on top of proving themselves to the haughty Heathers of Glamazonian Hyper Speed Rail, Tess and DeeDee will have to face their fears, and team up with President Judy Gagwell (RuPaul, of course) to save the day — and Laurie Metcalf's house! Stop! That! Train! is stuffed with celebrity cameos.  RuPaul Charles as President Judy Gagwell in "Stop! That! Train!" Credit: Bleecker Street In the tradition of spoofs, this one is bursting with famous faces playing deeply ridiculous roles. Comedians like Matt Rogers, Nicole Sullivan, Chris Parnell, Natasha Leggero, Drew Droege, Guy Branum, Missi Pyle, Joel McHale, and Riki Lindhome pop up, along with Drag Race alums like Monét X Change and Drag Race judge Michelle Visage. However, my favorite cameo was Sarah Michelle Gellar, who plays herself as a celebrity who keeps thinking people recognize her, only to be horrendously scoffed at for petty reasons. It's a runner that made me laugh in shock every time. (Imagine not recognizing SMG!) And yet, for all the big names in the ensemble, Minj and Jujubee prove a terrific double act. Minj shoulders the role of the smart bestie, blinded by ambition, and shows her growth from glamor toad to showgirl with a kicky dance number. By contrast, Jujubee is a divine as a ditzy blonde. As was the case on Dungeons and Drag Queens, she's radiant in her enthusiasm, even when she's utterly confused. And Stop! That! Train! gives her a romantic subplot that's funny and satisfyingly sexy. Stop! That! Train! is brilliant in its stupidity.  Ginger Minj performs with Marcia Marcia Marcia and Symone in "Stop! That! Train!" Credit: Bleecker Street Disenchanted director Adam Shankman helms this sensationally silly spoof, which is essentially a bunch of sketches stitched together with a manic pacing. In that way, Stop! That! Train! feels like a throwback to the '80s, when raunchy and unapologetically dumb comedies could thrive. Rather than making the film feel like an antique, this devotion to the audaciously goofy feels timeless. Whether it's fumbled flirting with a side of nosebleed, an overwrought flashback of a comically tragic backstory, or the reveal of some DIY Glamazonian uniforms, this movie understands its audience wants outrageous. And Stop! That! Train! delivers. Fans of Drag Race will also recognize callbacks to the show, like the catchphrase "Look over there!" — coined by Season 12 champion Jaida Essence Hall. But even if you're not versed on reading being fundamental, this movie is so stuffed with jokes, pratfalls, and visual gags that you'll have plenty of opportunity to laugh yourself silly.  Stop! That! Train! was reviewed out of Newfest; the movie opens in theaters on June 12.

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2026 cinema has been a wild ride from the very start. January gave us jaw-dropping action and musical mayhem with Greenland 2: Migration, The Rip, and 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple. February brought spicy tales of love for better and worse with Pillion and "Wuthering Heights." March delivered a big hit with Project Hail Mary and the electrifying box office bomb The Bride! April presented provocative indies like Mother Mary and The Drama, as well as the tedious studio tentpole The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. Then, came May with devils, witches, and Hutts in The Devil Wears Prada 2, Hokum, and The Mandalorian and Grogu. Some of these are sensational. Some are major misfires. Below, we'll break down the must-sees of 2026. Whether you go wild for horror, live for comedy, thrive on sci-fi, or adore a genre mashup, this year has got something great for you. Here's the best movies of 2026 so far. 15. The Bride! As writer and director, Maggie Gyllenhaal took a big swing with The Bride!, a dizzying reimagining of the Universal monster from The Bride of Frankenstein. Critics were mixed on it, and despite starring Academy Award winners Jessie Buckley and Christian Bale as the Bride and her monster mate, this epic horror offering tanked at the box office. But the world is wrong. Set in 1936 Chicago, The Bride! offers up a gangster's moll (Buckley) who is fatefully possessed by Frankenstein author Mary Shelley, who's long dead but still has things to say. So begins a Bonnie-and-Clyde-style crime spree with a besotted creature who loves movie musicals. The result is fitful, deranged, and uniquely beautiful. Apparently, The Bride! is not for everyone. But to me, it was sensational. As I wrote in my review, "Gyllenhaal and her cast don't just dust off a classic tale for a safe money grab. (Looking at you, Disney live-action remakes!) They tear various Frankenstein iterations to bits, then create an exquisite corpse of the pieces, festooning it with elements from other films about violence, revolt, and violation. The result is a film that is utterly electrifying, sure to spark something in hearts young and old." — K.P.Starring: Jessie Buckley, Christian Bale, Peter Sarsgaard, Annette Bening, Jake Gyllenhaal, and Penélope CruzHow to watch: The Bride! is now streaming on HBO Max. 14. Sound of Falling Director Mascha Schilinski weaves strands of girlhood across generations in Sound of Falling, a magnificent, quiet, and powerful epic. Co-written with Louise Peter, the German director's second feature takes us into the lives of four characters living in the same German farmhouse over a century: Alma (Hanna Heckt) in the 1910s, Erika (Lea Drinda) in the 1940s, Angelika (Lena Urzendowsky) in the 1980s, and Lenka (Laeni Geiseler) in the 2020s. Each performance is interior and complex, with Schilinski giving these women and girls deserved agency in contexts that refuse to — and their experiences are framed by a magnificent production team. As I wrote in my review, "Capturing the unpredictable, complex tempest that is girlhood onscreen is a challenge many films have wrestled with, and Schilinski assembles a deeply talented production team to make Sound of Falling feel as intimate and private as a diary." — Shannon Connellan, Senior EditorStarring: Hanna Heckt, Lena Urzendowsky, Laeni Geiseler, Susanne Wuest, Luise Heyer, and Lea DrindaHow to watch: Sound of Falling is now streaming on MUBI.13. Rose of Nevada If you relished in the eccentricity of The Lighthouse and crave another salt-encrusted voyage into surrealism, get aboard Mark Jenkin's Rose of Nevada. In the third chapter of the filmmaker's Cornish trilogy (after Bait and Enys Men), time becomes a fickle friend for men of a small coastal village. When an enigmatic fishing trawler shows up 30 years after it disappeared, its sea-wisened captain (Francis Magee) is recruiting able (read: desperate) seamen. Valuing financial stability over a bit of folklore, locals Nick and Liam (George MacKay and Callum Turner) sign up as the Rose of Nevada's skeleton crew. Not your average commercial fishing trip, the film takes the crew and the audience on a strange, harrowing ride. Jenkin weaves a captivating net that traverses time, all captured on a 1976 wind-up Bolex camera with 16mm film. It feels like something found in the trunk of an old seaside cottage, somewhat inexplicable at times but hypnotising all the same. — S.C.Starring: George MacKay, Callum Turner, Rosalind Eleazar, Francis Magee, and Mary WoodvineHow to watch: Rose of Nevada opens in theaters on June 19. 12. Exit 8 Months after escaping from Exit 8, I remain ensnared in it. Genki Kawamura's haunting adaptation is more than an ode to Kotake Create's acclaimed 2023 game; it's an impeccable thriller that will have you actively participating in its labyrinthine puzzle. You'll genuinely root for Kazunari Ninomiya as a frantic man trapped in a nightmarish looping subway hallway beneath Tokyo, his only chance of escape being his ability to identify "anomalies" within this wretched corridor. A rare triumph among video game adaptations, Exit 8 is a masterpiece of production, from the meticulous sets to the dynamic cinematography and nerve-racking sound design.As I wrote in my review, "While video game adaptations come in a range of sublime to mediocre, Exit 8 is a triumphant realisation and expansion of the original concept. Kawamura's punctilious direction and his incredibly talented cast and crew amplify this contained hallway in satisfying, chilling ways. You'll remain in this hallway long after you've left the cinema — we're all still staring blankly at that Exit 0 sign." — S.C.Starring: Kazunari Ninomiya, Yamato Kochi, Naru Asanuma, Kotone Hanase, and Nana KomatsuHow to watch: Exit 8 is available for rent or purchase on Prime Video.11. Send Help Some movies are just so weird that it feels like a miracle they exist at all. Send Help is such a wonder, as it pairs A-list actress Rachel McAdams with much, much, much, much glop. Directed by Sam Raimi, Send Help is a genre mash-up that combines tropes from adventure and romance, horror comedies, and survival thrillers with an eat-the-rich edge. McAdams stars as a mousy office worker whose hotshot boss (Dylan O'Brien) treats like a pimple that needs to be popped. But when they end up stranded on a desert island, the power dynamics are dramatically flipped. There will be blood. And vomit, and muck, and more blood. And it will be hilarious. As I declared in my review, "It's also a rip-roaring, no-fucks-to-give good time." — K.P.Starring: Rachel McAdams and Dylan O'BrienHow to watch: Send Help is now on Hulu. 10. Disclosure Day Steven Spielberg has brought audiences epic movies about extraterrestrial life touching down on Earth, from Close Encounters of the Third Kind to E.T. to War of the Worlds, and now Disclosure Day. With a screenplay from David Koepp, this sci-fi thriller stars Emily Blunt and Josh O'Connor as two strangers who are united in their quest to get the truth about alien life out to the world. As I celebrated in my review, "With Disclosure Day, I experienced the distinctive thrill of watching a master filmmaker do what he does best. The film, which focuses on a band of people's struggle to release secret information about extraterrestrial contact on Earth, is a dizzying mix of action, humor, adventure, sci-fi, and wonder. Naturally, I laughed, cried, and gasped. But more than that, Disclosure Day made me feel like I better understand the whole of Spielberg's work, and him as a person... On its surface, Disclosure Day is about aliens. But beneath that, it's about us — or more specifically, how Spielberg sees humanity itself. And while he has more faith in us than I do, I hope he's right." — K.P.Starring: Emily Blunt, Josh O'Connor, Colin Firth, Eve Hewson, and Colman DomingoHow to watch: Disclosure Day is now in theaters. 9. Mother Mary Written and directed by David Lowery (The Green Knight, A Ghost Story), Mother Mary is a velvety journey of heartache, hauntings, and healing. Anne Hathaway stars as a pop icon known as Mother Mary, who's fallen out of the spotlight — hard. Readying for her comeback, she reaches out to Sam Anselm (Michaela Coel), the fashion designer and friend who helped her craft her pop persona. While much of the film is a tense conversation in a crumbling barn repurposed as Sam's design studio, Lowery weaves in surreal flashbacks to reveal not only what came before but also how it hangs over both like a shroud they can't escape. Rapturous visuals are bolstered by original music performed by Anne Hathaway and written and produced by Jack Antonoff, Charli XCX, and FKA twigs. But the best bit of all are the dueling performances of Hathaway and Coel, who are mesmerizing even in a simple scene of arguing over fabric. (The Devil Wears Prada, who?) As I declared in my review, "Mother Mary is not only slippery, riveting, unnerving, and haunting, but also one of the most enthralling films 2026 is likely to reveal." — K.P. Starring: Anne Hathaway, Michaela Coel, Hunter Schafer, Atheena Frizzell, Kaia Gerber, Jessica Brown Findlay, Isaura Barbé-Brown, Alba Baptista, Sian Clifford, and FKA twigsHow to watch: Mother Mary is available for rent or purchase on Prime Video or Apple TV.8. Pillion One of the most buzzed-about films of the year earned every minute of the attention. Based on Adam Mars-Jones' book Box Hill, Harry Lighton's tender, funny, and spicy debut Pillion sees Alexander Skarsgård and Harry Melling delivering formidable performances. Melling is a delight as demure and polite parking ticket officer Colin, who meets burly, stoic, and furiously handsome biker Ray (an outstanding Skarsgård) on Christmas Eve, of all eves. Instantly connecting, Colin and Ray enter a Dom/sub relationship; we join them navigating kink and sexual boundaries — and attempting to explain it all to Colin's parents. Siddhant Adlakha writes for Mashable in his review, "Led by a pair of fine-tuned performances from Alexander Skarsgård and Harry Melling, the movie walks a fragile tonal tightrope with remarkable flair." — S.C.Starring: Harry Melling and Alexander SkarsgårdHow to watch: Pillion is now streaming on HBO Max. 7. Hoppers Who knew that one of the most bonkers movies of the year (complimentary) would come from Pixar? The animation studio's latest original, Hoppers, introduces technology that "hops" human consciousnesses into fake animal bodies, allowing scientists to study wildlife up close and personal. But when animal lover Mabel Tanaka (voiced by Piper Curda) uses hopping to try to save a glade near her house, she finds herself caught in an adventure wilder than she could have ever imagined. SEE ALSO: 'Hoppers' review: Pixar's beaver-centric take on 'Avatar' is its most unhinged film yet How wild, you might ask? That would be spoiling the fun of Hoppers' third act, which is the most audacious thing Pixar's produced in years. Let's just say there's an assassination plot, a killer car chase, and a juicy riff on Invasion of the Body Snatchers that will have you thinking, "Man, they're really going for it!" (Again, complimentary.) Of course, there's some classic Pixar sprinkled in there, like a sob-worthy grandmother-granddaughter relationship and a sweet message about community. But it's Hoppers' riskiness and inventiveness that lingers, a welcome change after Pixar's last few films and sequel-heavy slate have too often played it safe. — Belen Edwards, Entertainment ReporterStarring: Piper Curda, Bobby Moynihan, Jon Hamm, Kathy Najimy, and Dave FrancoHow to watch: Hoppers is now available for purchase on Prime Video.6. I Love Boosters Writer/director Boots Riley (Sorry to Bother You and I'm A Virgo) is back with an unabashedly anti-capitalist satire that's star-studded and outrageously fun. I Love Boosters centers on a clever quartet of shoplifters (aka boosters), known as the Velvet Gang. Let by aspiring fashion designer Corvette (Keke Palmer), they steal from the stores of fashion titan Christie Smith (Demi Moore) to sell the hot goods at low prices. But like his previous works, Riley brings much more to this Afro-surrealist wonder, including skin-crawling conspiracies, a sci-fi MacGuffin, and a sexy demon in the form of LaKeith Stanfield. Out of the film's SXSW premiere, I enthused, "Like the fashion in the film, Riley blends whatever fits his vision without apology. By delivering something this messy and marvelous, Riley makes a statement about the glory to be found outside the box. And make no mistake: I Love Boosters is glorious." — K.P.Starring: Keke Palmer, Naomi Ackie, Taylour Paige, Poppy Liu, Eiza Gonzalez, LaKeith Stanfield, Will Poulter, and Demi MooreHow to watch: I Love Boosters is now in theaters.5. The Sheep Detectives From the director of Minions: Rise of Gru and the creator of the hit TV drama The Last of Us comes a crime story about a slain shepherd (Hugh Jackman), whose homicide case must be cracked by his flock of fluffy and brave sheep, voiced by the likes of Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Bryan Cranston, and Chris O'Dowd. This movie sounds like a 30 Rock joke, parodying the absurdity of Hollywood movies. However, this cozy crime thriller set in a quaint English village is not just a fun murder mystery, but also a feel-good family film and a mindful meditation about grief. As I cheered in my review, "Incredibly, The Sheep Detectives is a real movie. Frankly, it could have been a deeply stupid movie with bad CGI animation and a predictable solution, and I still would have been pleased that it even existed at all. I just love a big swing for its bonkers ambition. But props to Balda and his kooky cast, because The Sheep Detectives is so much more than silly fun. It's a smart parody of the detective stories with a cheeky sense of humor, a sensational ensemble, and an ending so poignant that I actually teared up!" — K.P.Starring: Hugh Jackman, Nicholas Braun, Nicholas Galitzine, Molly Gordon, Hong Chau, Emma Thompson, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Bryan Cranston, Chris O'Dowd, Regina Hall, Patrick Stewart, Bella Ramsey, Brett Goldstein, and Rhys DarbyHow to watch: The Sheep Detectives is now in theaters.4. Hokum To date, the scariest movie of the year is Hokum. The latest from Irish filmmaker Damian McCarthy (Caveat and Oddity) stars Adam Scott as a misanthropic American novelist who falls down a rabbit hole of folklore and horror. You see, Ohm Bauman (Scott) has traveled to a remote hotel in Ireland for some grim business, including scattering the ashes of his deceased parents. But when a bartender who was kind to him goes missing, Ohm can't resist the urge to find her, even if he thinks the talk of a witch plaguing the hotel's honeymoon suite is "hokum." In my review, I called Hokum "a seriously scary masterpiece," explaining, "It's a nerve-shredding, bone-rattling, scream-pulling good time, and an absolute blast to see in a theater." And in case you're on the fence, know this: This movie made me scream myself hoarse while watching it. —K.P. Starring: Adam Scott, Peter Coonan, David Wilmot, Florence Ordesh, Michael Patric, Will O'Connell, Brendan Conroy, and Austin AmelioHow to watch: Hokum is now in theaters.3. Is God Is In a strong position to be the greatest feature directorial debut of 2026 is Is God Is. Playwright Aleshea Harris adapted her award-winning play of the same name into a scorching thriller about twin sisters (Kara Young and Mallori Johnson) on a vengeance-fueled road trip. SEE ALSO: Vivica A. Fox on how 'Is God Is' director compares to Quentin Tarantino Tasked by their long-lost mother (Vivica A. Fox) to slay their vicious father (Sterling K. Brown), these sister set off on a violent journey, where they encounter wild character, horrid secrets, and an inner strength that could be the death of both of them. Beyond its engrossing story, Is God Is is swamped in rich visuals, blisteringly poetic dialogue, and performances so electric that you can feel them in your spine. As I raved in my review, "Is God Is delivers filmmaking that is so mythic, mesmerizing, and menacing that it's easily one of the best movies of 2026." — K.P.Starring: Kara Young, Mallori Johnson, Janelle Monáe, Erika Alexander, Mykelti Williamson, Josiah Cross, Vivica A. Fox, and Sterling K. BrownHow to watch: Is God Is is now in theaters.2. Project Hail Mary When Ryan Gosling hosted Saturday Night Live in March to promote Project Hail Mary, he said, "People are saying it's like E.T. meets Interstellar, which is crazy, because those are like, what, two of the best films of all time? So they're kind of saying it’s like, what, double that?"  SEE ALSO: How Ryan Gosling's 'Project Hail Mary' made a rock spider lovable While it might take a bit more time to determine Project Hail Mary's all-timer status, this sci-fi blockbuster absolutely earned its spot as one of the best movies of 2026, winning over crowds and critics alike. Based on the novel by Andy Weir, Project Hail Mary lures you in with an apocalyptic premise: Earth is launching a last-ditch space mission to save our sun. Soon, though, it morphs into a rich, hopeful tale of friendship between middle school science teacher Dr. Ryland Grace (Gosling) and alien Rocky (voiced and puppeteered by James Ortiz). Thanks to their heartwarming connection, some epic set pieces, and even more epic sweaters, there's really only one word that can truly sum up Project Hail Mary: Amaze! — B.E.Starring: Ryan Gosling, Sandra Hüller, James Ortiz, and Lionel BoyceHow to watch: Project Hail Mary is now available for rent or purchase on Prime Video.1. 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple One of the great crimes against cinema of 2026 is that 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple flopped at the box office. Critics went wild for Hedda director Nia DaCosta's bold and brilliant sequel to Danny Boyle's resurrected zombie thriller. But audiences didn't turn out in the droves this heady blend of horror, heart, and heavy metal deserved. SEE ALSO: Nia DaCosta and Jack O'Connell on that epic 'Bone Temple' musical number Picking up the story of runaway Spike (Alfie Williams), The Bone Temple plunged us deep into the cult of Jimmy Crystal (Jack O'Connell), whose bizarre introduction at the end of the last film had fans freaking out with theories. A self-styled Satanist with a fixation on torture, Jimmy Savile, and the Teletubbies, Jimmy was an instant icon in horror. But even he was awed by the uncanny stage presence of Dr. Ian Kelson (Ralph Fiennes). The gentle doctor spent most of the movie getting stoned with the Alpha undead Sampson (Chi Lewis-Parry), in sequences that were tender and funny. But the climax of this movie had theaters cheering, as Kelson embraced his inner demons with a fiery performance of Iron Maiden's "The Number of the Beast." And it was one of the most riveting and surprising things I've seen in a movie, ever. It was magical, chaotic, and unforgettable. As I cheered in my review, "This horror offering — like its prequel and also like 2025's other smash horror hit, Sinners — transcends the grimier aspects of the genre to unearth something gnarly and sublime." —K.P. Starring: Alfie Williams, Ralph Fiennes, Jack O'Connell, Alfie Williams, Erin Kellyman, and Chi Lewis-ParryHow to watch: 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple is now streaming on Netflix.

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Apple co-founder Steve Jobs once famously said a touchscreen MacBook was never going to happen, but that was a long time ago, and things are changing. A leaker known as Instant Digital, known for some eerily accurate Apple-related predictions, seemed certain about it in a recent Weibo post (via MacRumors). "It's 100% confirmed that the MacBook screen will be touch-enabled," he wrote. The leaker did not add any other details, so we don't know which version of the MacBook is getting the touchscreen, nor when this is supposed to happen. But the post builds on previous reports from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman and Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, with both previously stating that Apple is working on a touchscreen variant of the MacBook. Rumors about such a device have circulated for years, though, and nothing ever came to fruition. Gurman's report dates February 2026, and back then he said the initial batch of touch-enabled Macs are coming "this fall." Gurman said the company would be pretty lax about the touchscreen, allowing the users to use it as much or as little they'd like, instead of positioning the Mac as a better version of the iPad. SEE ALSO: Apple’s WWDC 2026 recap: What did Apple announce? Apple is also rumored to launch a high-end "MacBook Ultra" later this year; this top-of-the-line device should come with Apple's most powerful chips, an OLED display, and it might be the first one to be touch-enabled.

TL;DR: Live stream USA vs. Paraguay in the 2026 FIFA World Cup for free on BBC iPlayer. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN, an Official Tournament Supporter of the event.The USA is the last host nation to start its 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign, and it's probably got the toughest matchup. Mexico battled it out with South Africa in the opening game, Canada faces Bosnia and Herzegovina, and now USA meets Paraguay in Group D.Australia and Turkey are the other sides competing in this group. It's a really difficult group to predict, but it feels like there's a genuine chance that the team doesn't even qualify for the knockout rounds. They'll need to be at their best to take anything from a decent Paraguay team.If you want to watch USA vs. Paraguay in the 2026 FIFA World Cup from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.When is USA vs. Paraguay?USA vs. Paraguay in the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off at 9 p.m. ET on June 12. This fixture takes place at the SoFi Stadium.How to watch USA vs. Paraguay for free Credit: ExpressVPN USA vs. Paraguay in the 2026 FIFA World Cup is available to live stream for free on BBC iPlayer.BBC iPlayer is geo-restricted to the UK, but anyone can access this free streaming platform with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in the UK, meaning you can unblock BBC iPlayer to live stream the 2026 World Cup for free from anywhere in the world.And luckily for World Cup viewers, ExpressVPN recently announced that it's an Official Tournament Supporter of the FIFA World Cup in the U.S., Canada, and Europe.Live stream USA vs. Paraguay for free by following these simple steps:Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)Open up the app and connect to a server in the UKVisit BBC iPlayerWatch USA vs. Paraguay for free from anywhere in the world Opens in a new window Credit: ExpressVPN ExpressVPN (1-Month Plan) $12.95 only at ExpressVPN (with money-back guarantee) Get Deal The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but most do offer free trials or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can access free live streams of the 2026 World Cup without actually spending anything. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream USA vs. Paraguay (plus more World Cup fixtures) before recovering your investment.If you want to retain permanent access to the best free streaming services from around the world, you'll need a subscription. Fortunately, the best VPN for streaming live sports is on sale for a limited time.What is the best VPN for BBC iPlayer?ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sports on BBC iPlayer, for a number of reasons:Servers in 105 countries, including the UKEasy-to-use app available on all major devices, including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and moreStrict no-logging policy so your data is secureFast connection speeds free from throttlingUp to 10 simultaneous connections30-day money-back guaranteeA two-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $68.40 and includes an extra four months for free — 81% off for a limited time. This plan includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.99 (with a money-back guarantee).Live stream USA vs. Paraguay in the 2026 FIFA World Cup for free with ExpressVPN.

Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you're good with essays.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 that sums up that day's theme, and spans the entire grid horizontally or vertically. SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable By providing an opaque hint and not providing the word list, Strands creates a brain-teasing game that takes a little longer to play than its other games, like Wordle and Connections.If you're feeling stuck or just don't have 10 or more minutes to figure out today's puzzle, we've got all the NYT Strands hints for today's puzzle you need to progress at your preferred pace. SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Answer, hints for June 10, 2026 NYT Strands hint for today’s theme: Something to talk aboutThe words are related to making an argument.Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explainedThese words are used to create a speech.NYT Strands spangram hint: Is it vertical or horizontal?Today's NYT Strands spangram is vertical.Meet The Mashable 101: Our list of the content creators shaping the internet todayNYT Strands spangram answer todayToday's spangram is Parts of Speech.NYT Strands word list for June 11HookBodyConclusionProblemTopicPointLooking for other daily online games? Mashable's Games page has more hints, and if you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Strands.

The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult if you like animals.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 of this article for today's Connections solution. 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 What is Connections?The NYT's latest daily word game has become a social media hit. The Times credits associate puzzle editor Wyna Liu with helping to create the new word game and bringing it to the publications' Games section. Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common. This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed. Each puzzle features 16 words and each grouping of words is split into four categories. These sets could comprise of anything from book titles, software, country names, etc. Even though multiple words will seem like they fit together, there's only one correct answer.If a player gets all four words in a set correct, those words are removed from the board. Guess wrong and it counts as a mistake—players get up to four mistakes until the game ends. This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed. Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media. SEE ALSO: NYT Pips hints, answers for June 10, 2026 Here's a hint for today's Connections categoriesWant a hint about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:Yellow: SpellcastingGreen: AnimalsBlue: Over and over againPurple: Running waterMeet The Mashable 101: Our list of the content creators shaping the internet todayHere are today's Connections categoriesNeed a little extra help? Today's connections fall into the following categories:Yellow: Starting with IncantationsGreen: Starting with Animal Group NamesBlue: Starting with Synonyms for "Repeat"Purple: Starting with Parts of a RiverLooking for Wordle today? Here's the answer to today's Wordle.Ready for the answers? This is your last chance to turn back and solve today's puzzle before we reveal the solutions.Drumroll, please!The solution to today's Connections #1096 is...What is the answer to Connections todayStarting with Incantations: CHARM BRACELET, CURSE WORD, HEX KEY, SPELL CHECKERStarting with Animal Group Names: MURDER MYSTERY, PACK RAT, PRIDE ROCK, SCHOOL DAYSStarting with Synonyms for "Repeat": COPY EDITOR, ECHO PARK, MIRROR SELFIE, QUOTE UNQUOTEStarting with Parts of a River: BANK TELLER, BED HEAD, DELTA AIRLINES, MOUTH GUARDDon't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be new Connections for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints. SEE ALSO: NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for June 10, 2026 Are you also playing NYT Strands? Get all the Strands hints you need for today's puzzle.If you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Connections.

Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you like taking things apart.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 10, 2026 Where did Wordle come from?Originally created by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, Wordle rapidly spread to become an international phenomenon, with thousands of people around the globe playing every day. Alternate Wordle versions created by fans also sprang up, including battle royale Squabble, music identification game Heardle, and variations like Dordle and Quordle that make you guess multiple words at once. Wordle eventually became so popular that it was purchased by the New York Times, and TikTok creators even livestream themselves playing.What's the best Wordle starting word?The best Wordle starting word is the one that speaks to you. But if you prefer to be strategic in your approach, we have a few ideas to help you pick a word that might help you find the solution faster. One tip is to select a word that includes at least two different vowels, plus some common consonants like S, T, R, or N.What happened to the Wordle archive?The entire archive of past Wordle puzzles was originally available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it, but it was later taken down, with the website's creator stating it was done at the request of the New York Times. However, the New York Times then rolled out its own Wordle Archive, available only to NYT Games subscribers. Is Wordle getting harder?It might feel like Wordle is getting harder, but it actually isn't any more difficult than when it first began. You can turn on Wordle's Hard Mode if you're after more of a challenge, though. SEE ALSO: NYT Pips hints, answers for June 10, 2026 Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:Separate in parts.Does today's Wordle answer have a double letter?There are no recurring letters.Meet The Mashable 101: Our list of the content creators shaping the internet todayToday's Wordle is a 5-letter word that starts with...Today's Wordle starts with the letter B. SEE ALSO: Wordle-obsessed? These are the best word games to play IRL. The Wordle answer today is...Get your last guesses in now, because it's your final chance to solve today's Wordle before we reveal the solution.Drumroll please!The solution to today's Wordle is...BREAKDon't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be a new Wordle for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints. Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.Reporting by Chance Townsend, Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.If you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Wordle.

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 difficulty level.How to play PipsIf you've ever played dominoes, you'll have a passing familiarity with how Pips is played. As we've shared in our previous hints stories for Pips, the tiles, like dominoes, are placed vertically or horizontally and connect with each other. The main difference between a traditional game of dominoes and Pips is the color-coded conditions you have to address. The touching tiles don't necessarily have to match. SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Answer, hints for June 12, 2026 The conditions you have to meet are specific to the color-coded spaces. For example, if it provides a single number, every side of a tile in that space must add up to the number provided. It is possible — and common — for only half a tile to be within a color-coded space.Here are common examples you'll run into across the difficulty levels:Number: All the pips in this space must add up to the number.Equal: Every domino half in this space must be the same number of pips.Not Equal: Every domino half in this space must have a completely different number of pips.Less than: Every domino half in this space must add up to less than the number.Greater than: Every domino half in this space must add up to more than the number.If an area does not have any color coding, it means there are no conditions on the portions of dominoes within those spaces. SEE ALSO: NYT Strands hints, answers for June 12, 2026 Easy difficulty hints, answers for June 12 PipsLess Than (2): Everything in this space must be less than 2. The answer is 0-1, placed vertically.Equal (1): Everything in this space must be equal to 1. The answer is 2-1, placed horizontally; 0-1, placed vertically; 1-1, placed horizontally.Number (3): Everything in this space must add up to 3. The answer is 3-3, placed vertically.Greater Than (6): Everything in this space must be greater than 6. The answer is 3-3, placed vertically; 0-6, placed vertically.Medium difficulty hints, answers for June 12 PipsEqual (0): Everything in this space must be equal to 0. The answer is 0-0, placed horizontally; 0-2, placed horizontally.Number (6): Everything in this space must add up to 6. The answer is 0-2, placed horizontally; 4-3, placed horizontally.Number (4): Everything in this light blue space must add up to 4. The answer is 4-6, placed horizontally.Greater Than (9): Everything in this space must be greater than 9. The answer is 4-6, placed horizontally; 5-1, placed horizontally.Equal (1): Everything in this space must be equal to 1. The answer is 1-0, placed horizontally; 5-1, placed horizontally.Number (6): Everything in this space must add up to 6. The answer is 1-0, placed horizontally; 6-5, placed horizontally.Equal (5): Everything in this space must be equal to 5. The answer is 6-5, placed horizontally; 5-3, placed horizontally.Hard difficulty hints, answers for June 12 PipsNumber (2): Everything in this space must add up to 2. The answer is 0-0, placed horizontally; 2-5, placed vertically.Number (5): Everything in this space must add up to 5. The answer is 2-5, placed vertically.Number (8): Everything in this space must add up to 8. The answer is 4-4, placed horizontally.Greater Than (9): Everything in this space must be greater than 9. The answer is 6-5, placed vertically.Greater Than (4): Everything in this space must be greater than 4. The answer is 6-2, placed vertically.Number (2): Everything in this space must add up to 2. The answer is 6-2, placed vertically; 0-5, placed vertically.Equal (5): Everything in this space must be equal to 5. The answer is 0-5, placed vertically; 5-5, placed horizontally; 3-5, placed vertically.Equal (3): Everything in this space must be equal to 3. The answer is 6-3, placed vertically; 3-5, placed vertically.Greater Than (4): Everything in this space must be greater than 4. The answer is 6-3, placed vertically.Greater Than (2): Everything in this space must be greater than 2. The answer is 3-0, placed horizontally.Number (2): Everything in this space must add up to 2. The answer is 3-0, placed horizontally; 2-4, placed vertically; 0-2, placed horizontally.Number (2): Everything in this space must add up to 2. The answer is 0-2, placed horizontally.Number (10): Everything in this space must add up to 10. The answer is 2-4, placed vertically; 6-1, placed vertically.Equal (1): Everything in this space must be equal to 1. The answer is 6-1, placed vertically; 1-2, placed vertically.Number (2): Everything in this space must add up to 2. The answer is 1-2, placed vertically.If you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.

Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX and one of the loudest voices of the internet, made numerous X posts Wednesday and Thursday in support of deporting immigrants from the United Kingdom, perhaps under violent conditions. His comments and reposts, shared on the eve of SpaceX's initial public offering, channeled outrage over a knife attack against an Irish man in Belfast on Monday evening. A 30-year-old Sudanese refugee and legal resident allegedly committed the stabbing and has been charged with attempted murder, according to officials. SEE ALSO: Elon Musk found the cheat code for capitalism. The SpaceX IPO proves it. What did Elon Musk say about the Belfast stabbing? Among his posts, Musk amplified Rupert Lowe, a member of the British Parliament and founder of the anti-immigrant Restore Britain movement. In one video clip Musk shared, Lowe calls for the deportation of migrants who can't financially support themselves. Musk reshared a post from Restore Britain announcing that the movement would "reverse the third-worldification of our country." Musk also replied "Yes" to an X post of Lowe's in which he declares, "Britain doesn't have a racism problem, it has an immigration problem." Musk used the same single-word affirmation to reply to an X user's post quoting Lowe's support of "reverse mass migration" and adding the commentary, "Deport the invaders. Imprison the government." Lowe said on X earlier this week that "[m]illions and millions need to leave or be made to leave."Anger over Monday's attack led to riots in Belfast and other locations in Northern Ireland. The protesters set cars, garbage cans, and a city bus on fire, according to the New York Times. They also appeared to target the homes of immigrants, the Times reported. Firefighters aided families when their homes were set on fire Tuesday night. The victim, who was hospitalized with serious injuries, called for calm in a statement shared by his family, the New York Times said. The UK regulator Ofcom will not reprimand X for surfacing or promoting posts that incited violence against immigrants for at least two months, according to the Guardian. Musk denied that social media contributed to the riots and instead blamed "murderous migrants" as the source of people's anger. Will Elon Musk's comments affect the SpaceX IPO? When SpaceX filed for an IPO with the Securities and Exchange Commission last month, it acknowledged the chances that Musk's public commentary could influence the company's business. "The actions and statements of Mr. Musk and his affiliated ventures, whether or not directly relating to us, may draw significant public attention and scrutiny to us and could potentially have a positive or negative impact on our business, relationships with customers and regulators, or stock price," the SpaceX filing read.Musk's company xAI, which became part of SpaceX earlier this year, is also facing a class-action lawsuit filed on behalf of plaintiffs whose real photographs were allegedly used to create child sexual abuse material via the AI chatbot Grok. Ahead of the IPO, a 40-foot tall inflatable effigy of Musk appeared in New York City's Times Square as a reminder of those cases. The inflatable's torso had an unmissable message tying SpaceX and Grok to the creation of child sexual abuse material. It was placed there by Safe AI Now, or SANE, a coalition of groups concerned about AI safety, according to Wired. This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed. SpaceX announced Thursday that it will make 555,555,555 shares available for purchase at $135 per share. The IPO is scheduled for Friday, June 12. SpaceX is on track for a $1.75 trillion valuation. Musk's endorsement of forcibly removing millions of immigrants from the United Kingdom hasn't yet appeared to affect investor appetite for SpaceX stock. Retail traders have reportedly ordered $100 billion in SpaceX stock ahead of the public offering, according to Forbes. The IPO is expected to make Musk the world's first trillionaire.

It's impossible to watch The Death of Robin Hood and not think of Logan. Both films star Hugh Jackman, and both mar his leading-man good looks with old age makeup, scars, and mangy facial hair. In each, he plays an anti-hero whose legend is one of noble heroism but whose reality is a trail of senseless carnage. And in both, his withered humanity is revived by protecting an orphaned girl. In this comparison, The Death of Robin Hood only suffers.  SEE ALSO: A24's 'The Death of Robin Hood' trailer teases a dark spin on the classic tale Logan co-writer and director James Mangold created an emotionally rich drama, punctuated by breathtaking action sequences that showed new potential for superhero films viewed through a revisionist lens. The Death of Robin Hood's writer/director Michael Sarnoski, who has previously made the superb slow-burn thriller Pig and the awful horror prequel A Quiet Place: Day One, pursues a similar goal in re-interpreting the folk legend renowned for robbing from the rich and giving to the poor. But his interpretation lacks complexity, offering in its place much brooding, after a first act overstuffed with truly repulsive onscreen violence. There is an attempt at balance, as Sarnoski introduces female characters meant to be a soft and compassionate foil to Robin and his not-so-merry men's brutality. But that feels frustratingly reductive and shallow. What is The Death of Robin Hood about? Credit: Aidan Monaghan / A24 Set around 1247 A.D., this trudging drama begins on the side of a mountain, where cold winds roar across a treacherously frozen terrain. There, a haggard old man lives determinedly alone. This is Robin Hood (Jackman), an outlaw whose thievery has been praised because of the tales of how he redistributed the wealth to aid the poor. But — as the tagline for the film declares — he was no hero. Over and over, any chance this Robin Hood gets, he will grumble that those were lies. He and his Little John (an equally grumbly Bill Skarsgård) robbed, maimed, and murdered so many men, women, and children that he cannot remember their names or faces. So, now, he hides in isolation, apathetically fending off would-be killers who are seeking vengeance for crimes he cannot recall. It's a grim beginning, and it will only get grimmer. When Little John returns to him, asking for help in fighting off a family that has stolen his land and kidnapped his wife, Robin begrudgingly agrees, noting they both might die. His tone even suggests that's Robin's wish, to just be over with it all. Still, he'll battle hard for his friend, slaying not only the invading men but also employing his legendary archery skills to shoot a fleeing child through the back of his skull and left eye. The sound effects chosen for such moments of violence pull no punches, offering sharp cracks of bone, wretched tearing of flesh, and the squish of internal organs ripped asunder. It's stomach-churningly effective in hitting home how efficient Robin is at delivering carnage. By the end of the first act, not only have Little John's foes been felled but Robin himself has too, following a gross and grisly battle of blood, muck, and fire. To the credit of cinematographer Pat Scola, such scenes of violence are both beautiful and horrid. His shots make clear the agony and injury, but play these fights off a backdrop of blazing fire and night sky. The contrast is dizzying and exciting. But soon, this contrast and conflict will be moved to a far-off island, the colors shifting from brown and orange to grays and radiant blues. At an ancient priory, a gorgeous nun called Sister Brigid (Jodie Comer) offers aid to the ailing. She's taken in Robin Hood, unaware of his identity. (He tells her his name is Randolf). As his wounds heal, Little John's only child, Little Margaret (Faith Delaney), arrives on the island, orphaned and traumatized. Though at first Robin only wished to die, and failing that, to escape this blissful place of restoration, he is slowly enchanted by Brigid's compassion and by Little Margaret's thirst for a father figure. Reluctantly befriending a persistent leper (Murray Bartlett), Robin begins to consider if this might be "another life" for him — when yet another vengeance-seeking stranger turns up at the priory. The Death of Robin Hood is an unpleasant and cynical slog, despite a promising cast.  Credit: Aidan Monaghan / A24 Like Logan, The Death of Robin Hood functions like a revisionist Western, wherein the lifelong gunslinger looks back on his journey and wonders if all the blood he's spilled can ever be washed clean. Put another way, can a man of violence ever become a man of peace? Intellectually, there's something interesting in this cliche. However, Jackman's portrayal in The Death of Robin Hood feels like an echo of his achingly poignant work in Logan, but with less rage and thus less energy. Plus, Sarnoski's approach is dull and episodic. Again and again, someone will ask Robin if he recalls a particular act of violence, and he shrugs his heavy shoulders in response, his expression world-weary. And then the person explains how Robin's actions hurt them personally, to which Robin gives an inscrutable stare in response, over and over. It's a tedious way to establish Robin's cruelty. More irksome, he only starts to care about the consequences of his actions once he falls for the lovely nun. While Comer is a critically acclaimed actress thanks to her bold and brilliant performances in Killing Eve, The Bikeriders, and The Last Duel, she — like Jackman — cannot elevate Sarnoski's shallow script, which reduces men and women to archaic archetypes. For instance, to illustrate that Sister Brigid has desires beyond being a loving nurse to the sick and mother to the orphaned, Sarnoski includes a bizarre scene where she sneaks off at night to a cave to masturbate by candlelight. How else could he possibly show a woman could be spiritual and sexual? Little Margaret is similarly underwritten, existing chiefly to follow Robin like a sullen shadow with the sad eyes of a Margaret Keane painting. Noah Jupe, who earned praise last year for playing Hamlet in Hamnet, is compelling in a brief role as a boy on the brink of a pivotal decision. To Bartlett's credit, he brings some levity as a leper who talks with fearless sass, even though he knows Robin's true identity and wickedness. But with much of his face covered by bandages and, later, rotting prosthetics, his charisma is almost completely swallowed. Essentially, though most of the other characters exist to balance Robin's unrelentingly grim brooding, the balance is off. So, much of the movie is a muck of unrelenting maudlin reflection, undercutting any attempt at hope of rising above. Most frustratingly, from beginning to end, I couldn't get a grip on the why of it all. Not why in terms of Robin Hood's cruelty or ruefulness, but why re-imagine a figure upheld as a rebel for fairness and community as one of careless violence, unchecked cruelty, and selfishness? Sarnoski's past films were a more successful mix of darkness and light, offering hardened heroes who fought for joy or love, even as they understood full well the world around them was merciless and cruel. Here, however, we start with a protagonist who is merciless and cruel, and the only reason we are given to follow him, to invest in his journey, is that he is played by Hugh Jackman. Beyond that, this deeply cynical spin on the legend of Robin Hood has no discernible message beyond some trite platitude of the power of second chances. Despite its star-studded cast, and a powerful blend of hard-hitting sound effects and jolting on-camera violence, The Death of Robin Hood feels politically, spiritually, and emotionally hollow. The Death of Robin Hood opens in theaters on June 19.

Best early Prime Day iPad deals Best iPad deal Apple iPad, 11-inch (A16, 128GB, WiFi) $299.99 (Save $49.01) Get Deal Best iPad Air deal Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M4, 128GB, WiFi) $559 (Save $40) Get Deal Best iPad Pro deal Apple iPad Pro, 11-inch (M5, 256GB, WiFi) $936.50 (Save $62.50) Get Deal Is your summer travel booked? If you're getting ready to jet set or hit the road but don't want to lug your laptop around, then it might be time to consider a tablet. Our favorites for performance and overall value are Apple's iPads. So with Prime Day quickly approaching, running from June 23 to 26, we're looking for the best deals on Apple's tablets.We're still about two weeks out from Prime Day, but iPads are already on sale. Don't get too excited, though. While we found deals on every single iPad model, the markdowns are pretty minor. The good news is, if you need an iPad before Prime Day, you don't need to buy one at full price. Bad news is, you should probably wait until Prime Day for the best savings. SEE ALSO: A Prime Day Apple deals primer: How low prices will go on AirPods, iPads, and MacBooks But if you need an iPad now, here are the best deals to shop ahead of Prime Day.Best early Prime Day iPad deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad, 11-inch (A16, 128GB, WiFi) $299.99 at Amazon $349 Save $49.01   Get Deal While we love the iPad Air and think it's the best tablet money can buy, the basic iPad with A16 chip is still a stellar tablet. The 11th-generation model is a speedy tablet perfect for streaming, internet browsing, reading, and gaming. It's a great value at full price and even better when on sale.Right now, get the 11th-generation iPad with A16 chip for just $299.99, bringing the tablet under $300. It's not the best price on the iPad, but it is just $25.99 away from its lowest price, so not bad. Need something more advanced? Well, there are more iPad deals on the Air and Pro to explore, too.iPad Mini dealsApple iPad Mini, 8.3-inch (A17 Pro, 128GB, WiFi) — $474 $499 (save $25)iPad Air dealsApple iPad Air, 11-inch (M4, 128GB, WiFi) — $559 $599 (save $40)Apple iPad Air, 13-inch (M4, 128GB, WiFi) — $749 $799 (save $50)iPad Pro dealsApple iPad Pro, 11-inch (M5, 256GB, WiFi) — $936.50 $999 (save $62.50)Apple iPad Pro, 13-inch (M5, 256GB, WiFi) — $1,220 $1,299 (save $79)

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