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TL;DR: As of March 5, you can pick up a refurbished MacBook Air (Core i5, 4GB RAM, 256GB SSD) for only $345.99 instead of the original $1,109. That's 68% in savings.

When we need to add a computer to our collection — whether it's for a main device or just for traveling purposes — we usually think of buying brand-new. However, new isn't always necessary, depending on your needs. If you are in the market for a smooth-running laptop for everyday tasks, an older refurbished model could support you as well as a new one, but at a lower price point.

Such is the case with this refurbished Apple MacBook Air. From the model year 2015, it's been cleaned and inspected to work very well. Since it has a grade "B" refurbished rating, it might have some slight cosmetic blemishes like scuffing or scratching.

First, it runs a 1.6GHz Intel Core i5 processor with 4GB RAM. And while that might not be the latest and greatest, it can easily support multitasking, browsing, streaming, and running productivity apps for work. And you can view it all on the 13.3-inch LED-backlit display.

Weighing in at less than three pounds and measuring only 0.68 inches thick, the MacBook Air is designed for maximum portability and convenience. Whether you're working on the go, traveling, or commuting, you can take your MacBook Air with you wherever you roam without feeling super weighed down by a bulky laptop.

It has built-in Wi-Fi to easily stay connected with friends, family, and the team. And the Bluetooth is there for connecting accessories. There is even an SD card (SDXC) expansion slot, which newer models don't have.

See if an older refurbished laptop would work for you, and you might be able to save some money without giving up the features you need.

Get a refurbished 2015 Apple MacBook Air with a plastic case for just $345.99 (reg. $1,109) while it's still on sale.

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TL;DR: As of March 5, lifetime access to Consultio Pro is on sale for only $29.99 instead of $199 — that's a savings of 84%. 

So, you’ve decided to start your own business, but where do you go from there? The Consultio Pro software gives you access to 50+ AI experts who can help you make informed decisions every step of the way. Take advantage of knowledge from a diverse collective of AI experts in event planning, social media, marketing, fitness, and more. When you have second thoughts, this program makes it feel like you always have someone in your corner. 

Whether you’re a large corporation or a mom-and-pop shop, Consultio Pro provides data-driven and evidence-based insights. This innovative software allows you to fine-tune your goals, financial stats, and strategies as you go. The high-tech software is constantly evolving and updating its proficiency to ensure you get the most relevant data.

Forget waiting for your regular consultant to answer an urgent question, Consultio’s experts reply in real-time, with no appointments needed. This software gives you 24/7 access to expertise that is well ahead of the curve. 

Copywriters, data analysts, and project managers alike love having Consultio’s AI experts at their disposal. If an issue is keeping you up at night, it’s comforting to know you can chat with "someone" at 3 a.m. should you need to. Stay in the know and give your competition a run for their money.

Access your lifetime subscription to Consultio Pro from both desktop and mobile devices. With no maximum number of devices it can be used on, you can sign into your account from work, home, or cell phone anytime. Please note this offer is only available to new users.

Get lifetime access to Consultio Pro for $29.99 (reg. $199). 

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Our favorite movie of 2023 is coming to streaming, folks. Created by Tony McNamara and Yorgos Lanthimos (writer and director of The Favourite), Poor Things is the second-most nominated film at this year's Academy Awards — falling just slightly behind Oppenheimer's 13 nominations with 11. And that includes four out of the Big Five awards, including Best Picture.

The film exceeded our great expectations with its Frankenstein-esque story. As Kristy Puchko, Mashable's film editor, wrote in our full review of the flick, "Poor Things is an awe-striking visual feast that satisfies the eyes, tantalizes the loins, and feeds the soul." She called Emma Stone, who plays the resurrected corpse of a woman who died by suicide, a "force of nature," and Mark Ruffalo, "outstanding as the hunky bastard." It's no surprise at all that the pair nabbed Oscar nominations for Best Actress and Best Supporting Actor.

SEE ALSO: How to watch all of the 2024 Best Picture nominees before the Oscars

Here's everything you need to know to watch Poor Things before the Oscars on March 10 — or anytime after. Prepare yourself for a film "full of whimsy, wonder, weirdness, and unapologetic horniness."

What is Poor Things about?

Adapted from Alasdair Gray's 1992 novel of the same name, Poor Things centers around Bella Baxter, the resurrected corpse of a woman (Emma Stone) who died by suicide. It feels like a makeover of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, where the curious scientist is Dr. Godwin Baxter (Willem Dafoe). The trouble is Bella may have a grown woman's body, but her child-like mind has a "ravenous desire to know the world," which becomes more than Dr. Baxter can handle. So, as Mashable's film editor puts it, "off she goes on a globe-trekking fling with a devil-may-care — but hot-as-hell — rogue, played by Mark Ruffalo with a winsome gusto."

Here's a trailer to give you a better glimpse into the whimsicality of Poor Things:

When is Poor Things streaming?

Although it's still in select theaters nationwide, Poor Things is set to make its streaming debut on March 7, 2024 exclusively on Hulu. Already a Hulu subscriber? Great — come March 7, Poor Things will be gracing your screen. Not yet a subscriber? Keep reading to learn the best ways to sign up for Hulu, including a generous free trial that could let you watch Poor Things for free.

How to watch Poor Things: The best Hulu streaming deals

In order to stream Poor Things at home, you're going to need a Hulu subscription. There are monthly and annual options, ad-supported and ad-free tiers, free trials, third-party deals, and even bundles to choose from. We've broken down all the nitty gritty details below to help you make the best choice for your streaming needs.

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If you've never subscribed to Hulu before or you're returning after canceling previously, you can score a free 30-day trial and easily watch Poor Things (and plenty of other great films) without getting charged. Just be sure to cancel before the 30 days are up if you want to avoid seeing a charge on your bank statement. If you decide to keep your subscription going, it'll run you $7.99 with ads or $17.99 per month without ads.

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If you don't qualify for the free trial, you can still save money by opting for the annual subscription instead of the monthly plan. It typically costs $7.99 per month for the ad-supported plan, but if you go for the annual plan instead, that monthly fee drops to about $6.67 per month. While paying $79.99 up front may seem steep, you'll end up saving about 16% over a year's time. It may not be the best option if you're just looking to watch Poor Things and bounce, but if you want to stick around long term, this is your best bet.

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Having a T-Mobile Go5G Next plan is a gift that keeps on giving. As of Jan. 24, T-Mobile customers on this plan can get Hulu with ads included for free. Just head to the T-Mobile website and choose "redeem now" to claim the offer. Enter your T-Mobile number and account details to sign up for Hulu. After your initial 12-month promotional period, action will be required to keep your Hulu subscription going, so be sure to keep an eye out for that. Otherwise, this deal is pretty straightforward.

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Students can score Hulu for a major discount a couple different ways. First, there's Spotify Premium for Students, which gives students access to Spotify Premium as well as Hulu with ads for only $5.99 per month. Even better, there's a free one-month trial to test things out first. The only real requirement is that you can prove you're actually a student via SheerID.

Next up, there's also a Hulu student account option. There's no free trial, but it'll only cost you $1.99 per month — that's 75% off the typical monthly cost. Like the first option, you'll have to prove your student status through SheerID to claim the deal.

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Full disclosure: this is not the best option if you're simply looking to watch Poor Things and be on your merry way. However, if you're looking for one of the best Hulu streaming deals, it doesn't get much better than the Disney bundle. Not only do you get Hulu with ads, but you'll also get full access to the Disney+ streaming catalog as well for only $9.99 per month. That's only $2 more per month than paying for just Hulu on its own (or 37% in savings). If you're a sports person, you can also toss ESPN+ into the mix with the Disney Trio bundle for only $14.99 per month, which is a total of 44% in savings. You'll have to deal with ads while you stream, but it's still the most bang for your buck.

Other ways to watch Poor Things

For those who would rather not sign up for another streaming service, Poor Things is also available to purchase via video-on-demand retailers like Prime Video and Apple TV+ for $19.99. It'll likely also be available to rent in the coming weeks.

Here are the quick links to purchase the film on digital:

• Prime Video — buy for $19.99

• Apple TV+ — buy for $19.99

• Vudu — buy for $19.99

• YouTube — buy for $19.99

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The delightfully quirky Wonka hits streaming this month, so you can see for yourself why we named it one of the best movies of 2023. The film earned Timothée Chalamet, who plays a young and bright-eyed Willy Wonka in the prequel, a Golden Globe nomination for his interpretation of the iconic character. Not to mention, it was a box office hit, earning over $600 million worldwide.

Directed by Paul King, the brilliant mind behind Paddington and Paddington 2, Wonka also stars Sally Hawkins, Rowan Atkinson, Olivia Colman, and Keegan-Michael Key. Here's all the nitty gritty details you need to know to watch Wonka from the comfort of your couch.

What is Wonka about?

As Mashable's film editor Kristy Puchko puts it, "the plotline is outrageous." Wonka follows a young Willy (Chalamet) who dreams of opening his own chocolate shop one day. However, he has a few barriers in his way: an evil chocolate cartel, a corrupt police chief, and a conniving landlady. To make his chocolate dreams a reality, he teams up with a wise-beyond-her-years orphan named Noodle and an eccentric Oompa-Loompa named Lofty (Hugh Grant). Oh, and did I mention it's a full-blown musical?

"Wonka shouldn't work, but it does," says Puchko in her review of the film. "The narrative's audaciousness is a feature, not a glitch."

Peep the official trailer for a glimpse into the whimsical world of Wonka.

Is Wonka a remake?

Wonka is not a remake nor a sequel to 1971's Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. It also has no ties to 2005's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory — although Chalamet does resemble Johnny Depp more than he does Gene Wilder. Wonka is actually an origin story for the eponymous candy-making extraordinaire, adapted largely from the 1964 children's book Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl.

Is Wonka worth watching?

Despite the internet's merciless mocking of the Timothée Chalamet-led film, it managed to secure an 82 percent critic rating and 91 percent audience rating on Rotten Tomatoes. It also secured Chalamet a Golden Globe nomination and blew up the box office. Even if you're a skeptic, it's worth watching and judging for yourself.

"Full of humor, heart, madcap music, and fantastic fun, Wonka is an absolute delight, sure to entertain the whole family — even the curmudgeons snarking at its existence," writes Puchko in her review of the film.

Read our full review of Wonka.

When is Wonka coming to streaming?

While it's still floating around select theaters, Wonka is officially coming to streaming on March 8, 2024. That's just shy of three months after its theatrical release. Since it's a Warner Bros. film, it will be headed to Max — the official streaming home for Warner Bros. Discovery. It's also currently available to purchase on video-on-demand services like Prime Video and Apple TV+ (learn more about that below).

Best Max subscription deals

The golden ticket to streaming Wonka at home is a Max subscription. There are both monthly and annual options, as well as three different tiers to choose from. We've broken down the options below to help you choose what's best for you.

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Paying for a monthly Max subscription (with ads) will run you $9.99 per month. You can easily sign up for a month to watch Wonka, then cancel, if that's your cup of tea. However, if you're looking for more bang for your buck, you can save about 17% if you opt for the annual subscription instead. An annual plan will run you $99.99 per year, which breaks down to only $8.33 per month instead. You will have to watch a few ads during your streaming sessions, but it could certainly be worse.

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Can't bear to have your viewing experience interrupted by ads? You'll want to sign up for one of the higher tiers — Max Ad-Free or Max Ultimate. The best option, in our humble opinion, is to go with the Max Ad-Free annual subscription for $149.99. That's 22% in savings compared to paying $15.99 per month. For cinephiles seeking the best viewing experience possible, however, the Max Ultimate subscription is probably best. It also offers an ad-free viewing experience, plus 4K Ultra HD video quality, Dolby Atmos immersive audio, the ability to stream on two more devices at once, and 70 more downloads. It's also a bit more per month at $19.99 or per year at $199.99 (save 17%).

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If you're a Cricket customer on the $60 per month unlimited plan, you get Max with ads for free as long as your account remains in good standing. Navigate to Max on a browser or on the app, choose Cricket as your provider, and log in using your Cricket credentials. Voila! You're able to watch Wonka and plenty more Warner Bros. films for no extra cost. If you're a Cricket customer on a different plan, you can upgrade or change over to the $60 per month plan and still secure the deal. Questions? Check out the terms and conditions on Cricket's website.

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At one point, there were multiple ways to get a free trial of Max before committing to a subscription. However, most of those free trials have disappeared. The only way to currently get a taste of Max before subscribing to a plan is to sign up for a DirecTV Stream package (starting at $79.99 per month). The DirecTV Stream Entertainment package gives you three free months of Max (as well as other premium channels), so you can see what it has to offer before pulling the trigger. It's certainly not the most affordable way to watch Wonka, but if you're in the market for a cable replacement service, DirecTV Stream offers a ton of long-term value with over 75 live channels.

Other ways to watch Wonka

Don't want to subscribe to another streaming service just to watch Wonka? You can also purchase the film through digital retailers like Prime Video or Apple TV+ for $19.99. A rental option will also be available beginning March 12, which will most likely cost you $5.99 and give you 30 days to start watching and 48 hours to finish once started.

• Prime Video — $19.99 to purchase

• Apple TV — $19.99 to purchase

• Vudu — $19.99 to purchase

• Google Play — $19.99 to purchase

• YouTube — $19.99 to purchase

OpenAI's ChatGPT can now read its responses back to you out loud.

The feature, which is available on OpenAI's Android and iOS apps, can be accessed by tapping and holding ChatGPT's text response and then choosing "Read Aloud."

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OpenAI says the feature is also rolling out on the web, where it's available via a "Read Aloud" button below the message. This is not available for everyone yet; I don't see it, and ChatGPT itself tells me there's no such feature.

Read Aloud is available for ChatGPT 3.5 and ChatGPT 4, and it has five different voice options for you to choose from. The chatbot speaks 37 languages, and will automatically detect the language of the text that it's reading.

SEE ALSO: ChatGPT freaked out, generating gibberish for many users

OpenAI first launched voice capabilities for ChatGPT back in September 2023, allowing users to ask questions via voice prompts and have the bot answer with its own voice. The difference here is that the bot can now generate a written response first and then read it back to you.

NASA suspects that the ice-clad moon Europa harbors a deep, deep sea — reaching some 40 to 100 miles (60 to 150 kilometers) down.

And new evidence, from the space agency's Juno craft, points to surface processes that create bounties of oxygen on Europa, some of which is transported into the world's voluminous ocean. It's not as much oxygen as some research has previously suggested, but it's nothing to sneeze at:

"The ice-covered Jovian moon generates 1,000 tons of oxygen every 24 hours – enough to keep a million humans breathing for a day," NASA said in a statement.

SEE ALSO: NASA found a super-Earth. It's in a tantalizing place.

Europa, an orb just a little smaller than our moon, orbits the gas giant Jupiter some 480 million miles beyond Earth. Crucially, Europa dwells in a region teeming with potent radiation produced by Jupiter's magnetic field. As a result, energized particles (called "ions") pummel Europa's surface. In doing so, these particles split apart the moon's surface water molecules, resulting in hydrogen and oxygen.

"Europa is like an ice ball slowly losing its water in a flowing stream," Jamey Szalay, a scientist from Princeton University who led the new research, published in the science journal Nature Astronomy, explained in the statement. "Except, in this case, the stream is a fluid of ionized particles swept around Jupiter by its extraordinary magnetic field." Szalay works on one of the Juno spacecraft's instruments, the Jovian Auroral Distributions Experiment, or JADE.

When the Juno spacecraft swooped just 220 miles from Europa in September 2022, the JADE instrument successfully observed both the oxygen and hydrogen spawned by the particles bombarding the moon. The measurements indicate this activity makes 26 pounds (12 kilograms) of oxygen every second.

"Scientists believe that some of the oxygen produced in this manner could work its way into the moon’s subsurface ocean as a possible source of metabolic energy," NASA explained.

A graphic showing how charged particles from Jupiter can create oxygen on Europa's surface. Credit: NASA / JPL-Caltech / SWRI / PU Tweet may have been deleted

Life thrives in Earth's salty oceans. There's certainly no evidence of life on Europa, but it could harbor environments that host life (as we know it). In other words, this moon could be a "habitable" world in space.

"It's one of few places that potentially has the conditions for habitability."

"It's one of few places that potentially has the conditions for habitability," Scott Bolton, the Juno mission's principal investigator, told Mashable in 2022.

NASA is so intrigued by this icy moon, it will soon launch a dedicated probe there in October 2024. The spacecraft, called Europa Clipper, is the length of a basketball court and designed to make around 50 flybys of the distant Jovian world, assessing whether it could harbor conditions suitable for life. It will arrive in 2030.

Four former Twitter/X executives are suing both the company and its owner Elon Musk for over $128 million in unpaid severance. It's just the latest in thousands of such claims brought against the beleaguered social media platform following its Musk-mandated mass layoffs.

In the lawsuit filed to a California federal court on Monday, Twitter/X's former Chief Executive Officer Parag Agrawal, Chief Financial Officer Ned Segal, Chief Legal Officer Vijaya Gadde, and General Counsel Sean Edgett accused Musk of deliberately withholding their severance entitlements. The billionaire immediately fired the executives when he took over Twitter/X in October 2022, a move the plaintiffs claim was retaliatory.

SEE ALSO: Twitter/X staff ignored Elon Musk's orders, prevented an FTC violation

"Musk has a special ire toward [the plaintiffs, who] appropriately and vigorously represented the interests of Twitter’s public shareholders throughout Musk’s wrongful attempt to renege on the deal," read the lawsuit. "For their efforts, Musk vowed a lifetime of revenge."

Musk initially agreed to buy Twitter/X for approximately $44 billion in April 2022, a price which was significantly above the company's valuation at the time. He subsequently attempted to back out of the deal just a few months later, prompting Twitter/X to sue in an attempt to enforce the agreement. The sale ultimately went through, however it appears Musk still holds a significant grudge about the whole ordeal — and particularly at the executives who took him to court.

The plaintiffs' complaint even cites Musk's authorised biography, in which his official biographer quoted him as saying he would "hunt every single one of" the former Twitter/X executives "till the day they die."

"Because Musk decided he didn’t want to pay Plaintiffs’ severance benefits, he simply fired them without reason, then made up fake cause and appointed employees of his various companies to uphold his decision," the plaintiff's complaint read. "He claimed in his termination letters that each Plaintiff committed 'gross negligence' and 'willful misconduct' without citing a single fact in support of this claim."

Agrawal, Segal, Gadde, and Edgett each claim they are contractually entitled to approximately $57.4 million, $44.5 million, $20 million, and $6.8 million respectively.

Unfortunately for the plaintiffs, Twitter/X is unlikely to part with that money without a fight. The company has made some infamously questionable financial decisions under Musk's rule, including refusing to pay rent, Google Cloud bills, or its Amazon Web Services bills. This isn't even the first severance dispute Twitter/X has faced since Musk laid off approximately 80 percent of its staff. Last September the company agreed to settlement talks with approximately 2,000 former employees who also claimed their entitlements had been withheld.

"Under Musk’s control, Twitter has become a scofflaw, stiffing employees, landlords, vendors, and others," the executives' complaint alleges. "Musk doesn’t pay his bills, believes the rules don’t apply to him, and uses his wealth and power to run roughshod over anyone who disagrees with him."

Twitter/X has reportedly dropped in value by over 70 percent since Musk's acquisition, as attempts to build new revenue streams have failed to compensate for the income lost by big advertisers' mass exodus. Considering this, it isn't surprising that Musk might want to cling to every cent he can.

Changing careers is one way to keep yourself engaged in your work, but it inevitably entails some risk. Ask yourself these four questions before embarking on a new path. What’s motivating this change? Sometimes, the answer is obvious: You have a lifelong passion, and it’s finally time to commit to it. But other times, a […]

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TL;DR: Watch Bayern Munich vs. Lazio for free on RTÉ Player. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

It's not easy to watch the Champions League for free, but anything is possible with a VPN. These powerful tools can bypass geo-restrictions to help you access free streaming platforms from around the world. This process is quick and easy, and means you can watch live football without spending anything.

If you want to watch Bayern Munich vs. Lazio for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is Bayern Munich vs. Lazio?

Bayern Munich vs. Lazio kicks off at 8 p.m. GMT on March 5 at the Allianz Arena in Munich, Germany.

How to watch Bayern Munich vs. Lazio for free

Fans can watch select Champions League fixtures for free on RTÉ Player. This free schedule includes the fixture between Bayern Munich and Lazio, with coverage starting from 7:30 p.m. GMT on March 5.

RTÉ Player is geo-restricted to Ireland, 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 Ireland. This process makes it look like you're connecting from Ireland, so you can access RTÉ Player from anywhere in the world.

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The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but leading VPNs do tend to offer free-trial periods or money-back guarantees. By making the most of these offers, you can gain access to RTÉ Player without committing with your cash. This is not a long-term solution, but it gives you plenty of time to stream Bayern Munich vs. Lazio before recovering your investment.

What is the best VPN for RTÉ Player?

ExpressVPN is the best service for unblocking RTÉ Player, for a number of reasons:

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A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for £82.82 and includes an extra three months for free — 49% off for a limited time. This plan also includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee.

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TL;DR: Stream Paris-Nice 2024 for free on SBS On Demand, RTBF, or Rai. Access these free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

The casual cycling fan probably makes a note of when the Tour de France, Giro d'Italia, and Vuelta a España take place, but other, less significant races? These can be forgotten about, as they suffer in comparison to the Grand Tours.

But that is a terrible mistake, because there are many more moments to watch the best cyclists in the world compete. And often, you can watch these events without spending anything.

If you want to watch Paris-Nice 2024 for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

What is Paris-Nice?

Paris-Nice is a professional cycling stage race, held annually in France since 1933. The famous event is raced over eight days, starting in Paris and ending with a final stage either in Nice or on the Col d'Èze overlooking the city.

When is Paris-Nice 2024?

Paris-Nice 2024 takes place from March 3 to March 10. It is the 82nd edition of Paris-Nice and the sixth race of the 2024 UCI World Tour.

How to watch Paris-Nice for free

Cycling fans have a few options when it comes to streaming Paris-Nice 2024 for free:

• Australia — SBS On Demand

• Belgium — RTBF

• Italy — Rai

The problem is that these free streaming platforms are geo-restricted to these locations. You'll be blocked if you attempt to connect from anywhere else in the world, unless you're using a VPN. These powerful tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in another country, meaning you can access free streaming platforms from anywhere in the world.

Unblock free streaming sites to watch Paris-Nice 2024 by following these simple steps:

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What is the best VPN for Paris-Nice?

ExpressVPN is the best service for streaming sport, for a number of reasons:

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A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for £82.82 and includes an extra three months for free — 49% off for a limited time. This plan also includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee.

Watch Paris-Nice 2024 for free from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

TL;DR: Stream Wales vs. France in the Six Nations for free on BBC iPlayer. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

Wales find themselves just off the bottom of the Six Nations table after three defeats. It's not going that well, but the mood would change with a victory over France. Getting any sort of result certainly won't be easy, but Wales are always a difficult side to beat when they play in front of a passionate home support.

If you want to watch Wales vs. France for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is Wales vs. France?

Wales vs. France kicks off at 3 p.m. GMT on March 10. This fixture takes place at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales.

How to watch Wales vs. France for free

The match between Wales and France will be broadcast live on BBC One, with coverage starting from 2:20 p.m. GMT on March 10. You can also live stream this fixture for free on BBC iPlayer.

BBC iPlayer is geo-restricted to the UK, but anyone can access this free streaming service with a VPN. These powerful tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in the UK, meaning you can access BBC iPlayer from anywhere in the world.

Access BBC iPlayer to stream the Six Nations by following these simple steps:

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2. Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)

3. Open up the app and connect to a server in the UK

4. Visit BBC iPlayer

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The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but leading VPNs do tend to offer free-trial periods or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can gain access to BBC iPlayer without committing with your cash. This is not a long-term solution, but it does give you time to watch the Six Nations for free from anywhere in the world.

What is the best VPN for BBC iPlayer?

ExpressVPN is the best service for unblocking BBC iPlayer, for a number of reasons:

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TL;DR: Stream England vs. Ireland in the Six Nations for free on ITVX. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

Ireland are attempting to win the Six Nations once again, and it is looking difficult to stop them. England are next in line at Twickenham, but after a humbling defeat to Scotland in the last round, things are going to be very tough for the home side.

If you want to watch England vs. Ireland for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is England vs. Ireland?

England vs. Ireland kicks off at 4:45 p.m. GMT on March 9. This fixture takes place at Twickenham Stadium.

How to watch England vs. Ireland for free

The match between England and Ireland will be broadcast live on ITV1, with coverage starting from 4:20 p.m. GMT on March 9. You can also live stream this fixture for free on ITVX.

ITVX is geo-restricted to the UK, but anyone can access this free streaming service with a VPN. These powerful tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in the UK, meaning you can access ITVX from anywhere in the world.

Access ITVX to stream the Six Nations by following these simple steps:

1. Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)

2. Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)

3. Open up the app and connect to a server in the UK

4. Visit ITVX

5. Stream England vs. Ireland for free from anywhere in the world

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The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but leading VPNs do tend to offer free-trial periods or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can gain access to ITVX without committing with your cash. This is not a long-term solution, but it does mean you can stream the Six Nations from anywhere in the world without spending anything.

What is the best VPN for ITVX?

ExpressVPN is the best service for unblocking ITVX, for a number of reasons:

• Servers in 94 countries including the UK

• Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more

• Strict no-logging policy so your data is always secure

• Fast connection speeds

• Up to five simultaneous connections

• 30-day money-back guarantee

A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for £82.82 and includes an extra three months for free — 49% off for a limited time. This plan also includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee.

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TL;DR: Stream Italy vs. Scotland in the Six Nations for free on ITVX. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

All is well with the world, because the Six Nations is back this weekend. Why they don't just play all five weekends without a break is not totally clear, but good things come to those who wait, so we're expecting some thrilling matches in this round. Italy vs. Scotland is probably not the biggest game of the weekend, but we'll be watching anyway.

If you want to watch Italy vs. Scotland for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is Italy vs. Scotland?

Italy vs. Scotland kicks off at 2:15 p.m. GMT on March 9. This fixture takes place at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome, Italy.

How to watch Italy vs. Scotland for free

The match between Italy and Scotland will be broadcast live on ITV1, with coverage starting from 1:30 p.m. GMT on March 9. You can also live stream this fixture for free on ITVX.

ITVX is geo-restricted to the UK, but anyone can access this free streaming service with a VPN. These powerful tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in the UK, meaning you can access ITVX from anywhere in the world.

Access ITVX to stream the Six Nations by following these simple steps:

1. Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)

2. Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)

3. Open up the app and connect to a server in the UK

4. Visit ITVX

5. Stream Italy vs. Scotland for free from anywhere in the world

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What is the best VPN for ITVX?

ExpressVPN is the best service for unblocking ITVX, for a number of reasons:

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• Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more

• Strict no-logging policy so your data is always secure

• Fast connection speeds

• Up to five simultaneous connections

• 30-day money-back guarantee

A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for £82.82 and includes an extra three months for free — 49% off for a limited time. This plan also includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee.

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F1 feels so predictable these days. It's almost like we know who is going to win before the lights go out. That's no fun. But you know what is? MotoGP.

If you're looking for exciting and unpredictable racing with two wheels instead of four, you should immediately check out MotoGP. And thanks to a quick and easy trick, you can watch MotoGP without actually spending anything.

If you're interested in watching the 2024 Qatar MotoGP, we've got all the information you need.

When is the 2024 Qatar MotoGP?

The Qatar MotoGP Grand Prix takes place on the Lusail International Circuit in Qatar, and represents the debut race of each MotoGP season. The 2024 Qatar MotoGP race starts at 5 p.m. GMT on March 10.

How to watch the 2024 Qatar MotoGP for free

You can stream every MotoGP 2024 race for free on ServusTV.

ServusTV is geo-restricted to Austria, 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 Austria, meaning you can access ServusTV from anywhere in the world.

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If you want to retain permanent access to free streaming platforms from around the world, you'll need a subscription. Fortunately, the best VPN for sport is on sale for a limited time.

What is the best VPN for MotoGP?

There are a number of streaming-friendly VPNs out there, but ExpressVPN is the top choice for a number of reasons:

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Oh hey there! If you're here, it must be time for Wordle. As always, we're serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today's answer.

If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for March 5's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.

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.

Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Wordle.

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 used to be available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it. Unfortunately, it has since been taken down, with the website's creator stating it was done at the request of the New York Times.

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.

Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:

A feeling or guess.

Does today's Wordle answer have a double letter?

The letter H appears twice.

Today's Wordle is a 5-letter word that starts with...

Today's Wordle starts with the letter H.

SEE ALSO: Wordle-obsessed? These are the best word games to play IRL. What's the answer to Wordle today?

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 Wordle #990 is...

HUNCH.

Don'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.

Reporting by Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.

Connections is the latest New York Times word game 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 March 5's Connections solution. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.

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.

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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.

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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.

Here's a hint for today's Connections categories

Want a hit about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:

• Yellow: A popheads favorite musician

• Green: Technique

• Blue: Not a chance

• Purple: Ways to live

Featured Video For You Connections: How to play and how to win Here are today's Connections categories

Need a little extra help? Today's connections fall into the following categories:

• Yellow: Pop Megastars

• Green: Method

• Blue: Unlikely, As Chances

• Purple: Living___

Looking 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 Connections #268 is...

What is the answer to Connections today

• Pop Megastars: GRANDE, MARS, STYLES, SWIFT

• Method: CHANNEL, MEANS, MEDIUM, VEHICLE

• Unlikely, As Chances: OUTSIDE, REMOTE, SLIM, SMALL

• Living___: LARGE, LEGEND, PROOF, ROOM

Don'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.

Is this not the Connections game you were looking for? Here are the hints and answers to yesterday's Connections.

EU regulators have just hit Apple with a whopping $2 billion fine over its App Store policies. 

And Apple is calling out the company that filed the complaint in the first place: Spotify.

On Monday, Apple released a fairly long statement acknowledging a $2 billion fine levied against the iPhone-maker by the European Commission. The massive fine is the result of an investigation by the EU into a complaint filed against Apple's App Store.

The complaint, filed by music streaming service Spotify, focused on Apple's App Store policies that prohibit app developers from pointing users toward subscription options outside of the app in order to avoid Apple's in-app purchase fees. An EU investigation concluded that Apple was engaging in anti-competitive practices and running afoul of antitrust laws.

Spotify celebrated the EU's decision, which Apple said in its statement that it will appeal.

However, Apple took things even further. In fact, the majority of the statement is spent calling out Spotify.

Here's what Apple said about Spotify.

Apple pulls no punches in its statement on Spotify.

Titled "The App Store, Spotify, and Europe's thriving digital music market," Apple spends the bulk of its statement addressing Spotify instead of the EU decision itself.

Apple highlights in its statement that Spotify pays absolutely nothing to the iPhone-maker for the Spotify app, which Apple says has been "downloaded, redownloaded, or updated more than 119 billion times on Apple devices."

Taking things even further, Apple points out that even though Spotify doesn't pay the company, Apple has worked with Spotify to make sure their app works with "Siri, CarPlay, Apple Watch, AirPlay, Widgets, and more." Apple mentions that Spotify utilizes its tools like TestFlight and Apple's APIs and that its review team "frequently expedites reviews" of Spotify app updates in the Apple Store "at Spotify’s request."

Apple also seems to not-so-subtly point out that Spotify has some monopolization-related problems of its own, saying that the music streaming service "has a 56 percent share of Europe’s music streaming market — more than double their closest competitors."

"Despite that success, and the App Store’s role in making it possible, Spotify pays Apple nothing," Apple says.

"But free isn’t enough for Spotify," Apple continues. "They also want to rewrite the rules of the App Store — in a way that advantages them even more."

Apple goes on to accuse Spotify of wanting to accept payments directly within the iOS app, using all of Apple's tools without taking part in the revenue share program that every other developer takes part in. Apple mentions how the company offers a "reader rule" policy which allows developers to provide a web page link in the app that directs users to account services, which could include billing management and sign-ups. However, Apple says that Spotify has not taken advantage of this option.

"Instead, Spotify wants to bend the rules in their favor by embedding subscription prices in their app without using the App Store's In-App Purchase system," Apple says. "They want to use Apple's tools and technologies, distribute on the App Store, and benefit from the trust we've built with users — and to pay Apple nothing for it."

"In short, Spotify wants more."

Apple ends the statement saying it will appeal the EU decision. It'll be interesting to see how the appeal goes, but even more compelling is what the future for Apple and Spotify's relationship looks like.

New changes are coming to DMs on Instagram, closing the gap between Meta and iMessage.

Meta announced on Monday three key changes for Instagram DMs that actually seem pretty nice: editing messages, pinning messages, changing your read receipts, and more abilities with regards to stickers.

SEE ALSO: Instagram may be developing Snap Map dupe to locate your friends

You can now edit a message up to 15 minutes after you send it, to correct a typo or add some additional context or any other reason. Making the edit is pretty similar to how you might make an edit to a text on iMessage: simply press and hold the sent message and choose "edit" from the dropdown menu. The word "Edited" will appear above the message, but the other user won't be able to see the original message you edited. This is already launched, so you can give it a shot any time.

You'll be able to pin up to three group or one on one chats to the top of your inbox, too. This is similar to your favorite contacts in iMessage. To move a chat to the top, swipe left or tap and hold the chat. Then tap "pin." You can't do this just yet, but Meta said it will be available "soon."

Right now, you can change if your read receipts are on or off for an individual chat — a feature launched just a few months ago. To turn off read receipts, go to "settings and privacy," scroll down to "messages and story replies," then click "show read receipts," and toggle that on or off. Finally, you can save your favorite stickers by pressing and holding on a sticker to save it, making it easier to find. 

While some of these changes are just Instagram copying iMessage, I can't say I'm mad.

The new M3 MacBook Air, coming in two flavors —13-inch and 15-inch models — is hitting store shelves soon.

The question is, what — exactly — are the new features that differentiate it from the MacBook Air? For a more in-depth look at the differences between the two, check out our M2 MacBook Air vs. M3 MacBook Air face-off. However, if you just want a quick, glanceable look at how the M3 MacBook Air stands out against the M2 MacBook Air, you've come to the right place.

SEE ALSO: M3 MacBook Air vs. M2 MacBook Air: What’s the difference? M3 MacBook Air: 3 new features you won't find on the M2 MacBook Air

At first glance, you may think that there aren't any major upgrades with the new MacBook Air. However, the M3 chip alone yields a significant performance uptick. The MacBook Air is up to 60% faster than the M1 chip that launched inside MacBook Air models in 2020.

13-inch M3 MacBook Air Credit: Kimberly Gedeon / Mashable

In other words, the MacBook Air, if Apple's claims are true, should keep up with your workflow better than ever. As such, programs should launch faster on the M3 MacBook Air compared to the M2 MacBook Air. Plus, rendering photos and videos via your favorite creator-focused apps should be zippier and more seamless.

But of course, aside from the obvious, what else does the new MacBook Air have that its predecessor doesn't? Allow me to list three new standout features.

1. WiFi 6E

The new M3 MacBook Air models now have WiFi 6E, a step up from the last-generation model that supported WiFi 6.

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How does WiFi 6E differ from WiFi 6? Without getting too nerdy, compared to WiFi 6, WiFi 6E is designed to reduce latency and deliver faster wireless speeds. Thanks to WiFi 6E, Apple claims that data transmission should be twice as fast as the previous generation.

2. Dual-display support

The new M3 MacBook Air now has support for up to two 5K, 60Hz external displays — but only when the laptop lid is closed. (The M2 MacBook Air only supported one external display.)

It's also worth noting that the M3 MacBook Air can support one external display with up to 6K resolution at a 60Hz refresh rate.

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As MacRumors pointed out, it's unclear whether this new feature was made possible by a software-level update or a hardware-based change.

3. Midnight Black

When Apple unveiled a novel Midnight Black color after releasing the new M3-based MacBook Pro models last year, I was salivating. Why? It has an anodization seal that reduce fingerprints. Now, I love my M2 MacBook Air, but it can get smudgy at times.

13-inch M3 MacBook Air Credit: Kimberly Gedeon / Mashable

Fortunately, thanks to the Midnight Black M3 MacBook Air colorway, fingerprint smears should be less of an issue, allowing you to leave your microfiber towel behind.

The new M3 MacBook Air also comes in Starlight, Silver and Space Gray.

Is the M3 MacBook Air worth it?

As someone who owns an M2 MacBook Air, and is using it to write this very piece, I'd recommend purchasing an M3 MacBook Air.

As apps and programs become more resource intensive, the new M3 chip inside the MacBook Air has swooped in to save the day with more "oomph" to better handle AI tasks, creator-focused apps, and more.

If having a faster, zippier, more seamless is important to you, and you want to see less of those colorful spinning wheels (without splurging on a Pro-level MacBook), the M3 MacBook Air is where it's at.

The 13-inch model starts at $1,099 and the 15-inch variant has a starting price of $1,299. Both will be available on March 8.

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