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President Donald Trump’s obsession with social media is so notorious that it has its own Wikipedia page . But since his return to the White House, that fixation has seeped into the highest levels of government, with cabinet officials adopting his combative style and reshaping how public servants behave online. Consider Vice President JD Vance, who shrugged off war crime accusations after Trump authorized an extrajudicial strike on a Venezuelan fishing boat by posting on X that, "I don’t give a shit what you call it." Or the official DHS X account, which now floods timelines with seemingly AI-generated 4chan memes and WWII-style recruitment posters for ICE — including one featuring the Statue of Liberty with glowing laser eyes . FCC Chair Brendan Carr recently blasted Democrats on X for "weaponizing government to silence dissent" after a California senator suggested breaking up Sinclair Broadcasting — days after Carr appeared on a podcast threatening Disney , AB...

SAVE $420: As of Oct. 7, The Anker Solix C1000 portable power bank is deeply discounted on Amazon as part of its Prime Big Deal Days promotion. At just $379.99, it's discounted by more than 50% from its $799.99 sticker price. As far as we can tell, it's never been cheaper than this. Opens in a new window Credit: Anker/Amazon Anker Solix C1000 Portable Power Station $379 at Amazon $799 Save $420 Get Deal Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days promotion for October has given us plenty of enticing deals to chew on, but outdoorsy types will want to check out the Anker Solix C1000 portable power station for just $379.99. As of Oct. 7, the first day of the promotion, Prime members can get this portable powerhouse for more than 50% off its $799.99 list price. It's a do-it-all power bank with six three-pronged power outlets, two USB-C ports, two USB Type-A ports, and a car socket for all of your charging needs. It also optionally works with solar panels, so on c...

Getting proper sleep can help improve nearly every aspect of your health , but over a third of adults in the United States don't get enough of it, according to the CDC . If a noisy environment is what's keeping you up at night, you've likely considered foam earplugs, but those are no longer the only option available on the market — reusable earplugs and sleep earbuds offer a more convenient alternative. SEE ALSO: Dodow review: A simple sleep gadget that's best for back sleepers I spent a month and a half trying out earplugs and earbuds ranging from $50 to $349 to find the best of what's out on the market — and to see if getting earbuds just for sleep is actually worth it. With October Prime Day falling on Oct. 7 and 8 , there's a strong potential for our top picks to go on sale, whether you're looking for earplugs or earbuds that can stream audio. Already ahead of the sale, our top pick — the Soundcore Sleep A20 earbuds — is on sale for $43 off for ...

Today's Wordle answer features a couple things that might trip people up regardless of their favorite starting word. 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. Today's NYT Wordle puzzle shouldn't be difficult to solve if you love to entertain. SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for September 29, 2025 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...

If you like playing daily word games like Wordle , then Hurdle is a great game to add to your routine. There are five rounds to the game. The first round sees you trying to guess the word, with correct, misplaced, and incorrect letters shown in each guess. If you guess the correct answer, it'll take you to the next hurdle, providing the answer to the last hurdle as your first guess. This can give you several clues or none, depending on the words. For the final hurdle, every correct answer from previous hurdles is shown, with correct and misplaced letters clearly shown. An important note is that the number of times a letter is highlighted from previous guesses does necessarily indicate the number of times that letter appears in the final hurdle. If you find yourself stuck at any step of today's Hurdle, don't worry! We have you covered. SEE ALSO: Hurdle: Everything you need to know to find the answers Hurdle Word 1 hint Separately. SEE ALSO: Apple’s new M3 MacBo...

If you like playing daily word games like Wordle , then Hurdle is a great game to add to your routine. There are five rounds to the game. The first round sees you trying to guess the word, with correct, misplaced, and incorrect letters shown in each guess. If you guess the correct answer, it'll take you to the next hurdle, providing the answer to the last hurdle as your first guess. This can give you several clues or none, depending on the words. For the final hurdle, every correct answer from previous hurdles is shown, with correct and misplaced letters clearly shown. An important note is that the number of times a letter is highlighted from previous guesses does necessarily indicate the number of times that letter appears in the final hurdle. If you find yourself stuck at any step of today's Hurdle, don't worry! We have you covered. SEE ALSO: Hurdle: Everything you need to know to find the answers Hurdle Word 1 hint A slice. SEE ALSO: Apple’s new M3 MacBook ...

Save $45: As of Oct. 4, the Owl edition of Echo Dot Kids with Echo Glow is 50% off, down $45 from its list price of $90 on Amazon. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Echo Dot Kids with Echo Glow $49 at Amazon $89 Save $40 Get Deal Amazon’s Alexa device built for kids is on sale right now. This is coming on the heels of their recent reveal of their new models of the Echo , Amazon’s Alexa-enabled smart speakers. The Kids Echo Dot with Echo Glow is a smart speaker designed especially for family use. Set timers with different color lights, play music, listen to bedtime stories, or audiobooks on the Echo Dot. This particular bundle comes with a year subscription to Amazon Kids+, which gives you access to tons of stories, games, and educational Alexa features. Parents have complete control of the device through the Amazon Dashboard, which can set limits on use, filter any media, and review the device use history at any time. The Echo Dot and Echo Glow can foster creativ...

Redemption Road's absolutely bonkers-looking medieval shooter, Kingmakers , was slated to launch in Early Access on October 8, but now its release has been pushed back with no new date in sight. The developers posted an update on Steam to say that the scheduled launch, just days away, "will no longer be possible," going on to explain that they need "a bit more time on content polish before we feel good about charging money for it." A statement posted by the developers of Kingmakers announcing that the game is delayed Redemption Road Games Kingmakers has generated a fair amount of hype since it was announced last year, and it sits among the top wishlisted titles on Steam. The game sends players "back in time to a war-torn medieval era with a vast arsenal of modern weapons," from guns to tanks. And if you've seen the trailers , you know it's not just the concept that's bananas — the gameplay we've been shown so far is completely o...

SAVE $150: As of Oct. 4th, this 3i G10+ robot vacuum and mop combo is on sale for 33% off. That’s $150 off its list price of $449 on Amazon.  Opens in a new window Credit: 3I 3i G10+ Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo $299 at Amazon $449 Save $150 Get Deal This 3i G10+ robot vacuum and mop combo is a deal when it’s not discounted. It’s new patented technology compresses dust and dirt, allowing you to forgo emptying the device and avoiding the self-emptying station situation. Mashable’s senior shopping reporter Sarah Stodart says it's "The most impressive robot vacuum under $500." Right now, though, it’s under $300. Stodart reported that on her test run , the 3i G10+ robot vacuum’s advanced LiDAR technology expertly and correctly mapped her apartment, taking care to note bedrooms and bathrooms via distinguishing items like toilets and beds. “The G10+ also steered around socks and fake pet waste (clumps of brown sugar). While it did identify most phone and l...

Amazon gift cards usually come with the starting balance printed on the physical card or mentioned in the email if you receive an eGift card. But what if you want to check the balance on a gift card that you previously redeemed to see if you have enough left over to splurge during the two-day Prime Big Deal Days sale in 2025 (which officially kicks off on Oct. 7)? Or maybe you want to reload a gift card you've already used up? Check the state of your gift cards before your shopping spree this season by following the steps below. How to check your Amazon gift card balance on your desktop Follow these simple steps to check or reload your Amazon gift card balance: Total Time 2 minutes What You Need Computer Step 1: Navigate to Amazon Open the Amazon website. Step 2: Accounts & Lists Click on Accounts & Lists in the top right corner of the screen. Credit: Screenshot: Amazon website Step 3: Select Gift cards A new menu page will open on the webs...