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SAVE $69.71: As of Jan. 6. get the Magic: The Gathering - Final Fantasy Play Booster Box for $139.99, down from its usual price of $209.70, at Amazon. That's a discount of 33%.
Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Magic: The Gathering - Final Fantasy Play Booster Box $139.99 at AmazonIf you're cultivating a Magic: The Gathering card collection, there's one special set that you may not have acquired just yet: Final Fantasy. This game-centric expansion is full of art that draws from the entirety of the long-running video game series, and you can save some serious cash on a box of boosters to grow your collection right now thanks to Amazon.
As of Jan. 6. get the Magic: The Gathering - Final Fantasy Play Booster Box for $139.99, down from its usual price of $209.70, at Amazon. That's $69.71 off and a discount of 33%.
SEE ALSO: Get the best preorder price for the Magic: The Gathering Lorwyn Eclipsed Play Booster Box on AmazonThis box of booster packs contains 30 packs to open, each containing 14 cards and 1 token or art card. You're guaranteed to receive 1-4 cards with a Rare rarity or higher, with potential borderless alternate art cards in the mix. You also get at least 1 card with a shiny traditional foil design. And in 20% of packs, you'll find a traditional Land card with the same treatment.
The set itself pulls from Final Fantasy games of every era, including the excellent trio Final Fantasy VII, VIII, and IX. But if you're a fan of the earlier games, they're all heavily represented here as well, including Final Fantasy XIV.
You can use these cards to pad your collection or just build decks, but you may just want a high volume to open, and that's totally fine. Whatever you decide to do, this sale is a good reason to pop open some packs and see what kind of pulls you get.
SAVE $700: The Anker Solix F1500 portable power station is on sale at Amazon for $499, down from the list price at Anker of $1,199. That's a 59% discount that matches the lowest we've ever seen at Amazon.
Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Solix Anker Solix F1500 $499 at AmazonNow that we're getting back into the swing of normal life after the holidays, it's time to consider upgrades for the year ahead. If you live in an area that deals with power outages from storms or you like to take off on camping adventures, you could probably benefit from a portable power station. There's a great deal in store today at Amazon on a solid model.
As of Jan. 6, the Anker Solix F1500 portable power station is on sale for $499 at Amazon, marked down from the list price at Anker of $1,199. That's a 59% discount that takes a whopping $700 off the normal price. This sale price matches the lowest we've ever seen at Amazon.
Consider what a 1,536Wh battery could do to improve life during a power outage or while camping. You'll get over 20 hours of using a CPAP machine or almost an hour and a half of time with the coffee maker. Take it out on a road trip or while camping to recharge a phone almost 100 times or use a 40W air pump for over 20 hours.
SEE ALSO: The DJI Power 1000 V2 is on sale for under $400 to keep you powered up during the next stormAnker equipped the Solix F1500 with six AC ports, four USB-A ports, and two USB-C ports. Another huge benefit of the Solix F1500 is the built-in lightbar, which is always useful when camping or during a power outage. The two side handles also make carrying the power station much more manageable since it weighs about 44 pounds.
Instead of sitting in the dark during the next power outage worrying about the food in the freezer, upgrade to the reassurance of the Anker Solix F1500. It's back at an all-time low price at Amazon of $499.
SAVE $702: As of Jan. 6, the Sony 85-inch Bravia 7 QLED Mini LED 4K TV is down to $2,098 at Amazon. That's 25% off its current list price of $2,799.99 and its lowest price on record.
Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony 85-inch Bravia 7 QLED Mini LED 4K TV $2,098 at AmazonWe're nearing the second-best time of year to buy a TV: NFL playoff season. But the Sony Bravia 7 clearly isn't waiting around for playoffs to begin; it's already down to its best price ever.
As of Jan. 6, you can pick up the massive Sony 85-inch Bravia 7 QLED Mini LED 4K TV at Amazon for $2,098. That's 25% off its current list price of $2,799.99 (as noted on the Sony website) and its lowest price on record.
While it may not be quite as impressive as Sony's Bravia 9 TV, the Bravia 7 is less than half the cost and comes with many of the same features. And TBH, most people won't notice much of a difference between the two models. It packs mini LED backlighting for captivating brightness, an XR processor that enhances scenes in real time, gaming optimization with exclusive features for PS5, and the Google TV experience to streamline your streaming setup. Gamers and cinephiles will also appreciate its 120Hz refresh rate, Auto HDR Tone Mapping, and Auto Genre Picture Mode, which enhance picture quality for both gaming and streaming.
If you don't want to spend the cash on a top-of-the-line OLED TV, but still want a big screen that looks good, a mini LED model like the Bravia 7 is a good bet. And now's the best time to grab it, as it's the lowest price we've seen.
In its Season 3 finale, Industry blew itself up entirely.
The episode saw the shutdown of Pierpoint & Co.'s trading floor, eliminating the offices that had been the show's home since Season 1. It was the boldest move yet from a series that's never met a stake it couldn't raise.
SEE ALSO: 2026 TV preview: All the TV shows you need to know, and where to stream themSo how do Industry co-creators Mickey Down and Konrad Kay follow up that explosive Season 3 move? With a jaw-dropping Season 4 that's just as ambitious as the young traders at Industry's core.
What does Industry look like without Pierpoint? Myha'la and Marisa Abela in "Industry." Credit: Simon Ridgway / HBOLetting go of Pierpoint gives Industry the freedom to truly scatter its characters to the winds. Harper Stern (Myha'la) remains firmly rooted in the world of finance, running her own fund with backing from billionaire Otto Mostyn (Roger Barclay). Most of her Industry compatriots, however, have left the financial world behind. Yasmin Kara-Hanani (Marisa Abela), now married to Henry Muck (Kit Harington), has embraced aristocratic life. Eric Tao (Ken Leung) spends his time on the golf links in cushy quasi-retirement following his firing from Pierpoint. Robert Spearing (Harry Lawtey) is gone from the show entirely after his Season 3 departure to California.
Yet despite their seeming successes, Harper, Yasmin, and Eric are all itching for something new. Harper chafes against Otto and her clients' demands, Yasmin feels stifled in her marriage to an increasingly aimless Henry, and Eric is rudderless without work to attack.
SEE ALSO: 'Industry' stars Myha'la and Marisa Abela break down Harper and Yasmin's big fight: 'This is the end for them'Enter Tender, a buzzy payment processor with plans to become a "bank killer." This promising fintech company catches Harper and Yasmin's eyes in very different ways. For Yasmin, it's a path back into power, for both her and Henry. For Harper, it's her next target.
As Harper and Yasmin play different sides of Tender's rise, they ally themselves with new members of Industry's sprawling ensemble: Yasmin with Tender CFO Whitney Halberstram (Max Minghella), his personal assistant Haley Clay (Kiernan Shipka), and Labour Minister Jennifer Bevan (Amy James-Kelly); Harper with FinDigest journalist Jim Dycker (Charlie Heaton) and her network of traders, including Sweetpea Golightly (Miriam Petche), Rishi Ramdani (Sagar Radia), and newcomer Kwabena Bannerman (Toheeb Jimoh). With these battle lines drawn, Harper and Yasmin hurtle towards a showdown that takes Industry to new heights.
Industry Season 4 is the show at its most ambitious. Marisa Abela in "Industry." Credit: Simon Ridgway / HBOAs Industry's young cast of characters has grown and made larger career leaps, the show has grown with them. Initially a close look at the competitive inner workings of Pierpoint, Industry has since spiraled into a wider examination of global politics and economics. That's especially true of Season 4, which features more trips abroad and more involvement from the UK government. A particularly prescient storyline revolves around the UK's age-verification laws, continuing Industry's trend of grounding itself in current events.
Industry's evolution is not just one of scale, but of form, too. Season 3 incorporated new stylistic elements, breaking up its trading floor chaos with extended flashbacks, drug trips, and lavish riffs on Uncut Gems. Season 4 keeps the momentum going, from a spectacular costume ball crash out at Henry and Yasmin's manor to a globe-trotting conspiracy that allows Sweetpea to unleash her inner Erin Brockovich. It's exhilarating to see these big swings in action, as Industry taps into Harper's "high risk, high reward" mindset with great success. Not every risk pays off, with some late-season developments verging on the ridiculous, but it's still fun to watch a show decide to go big or go home.
Spectacle alone doesn't make a great show, though, and thankfully, Industry doesn't fall into that trap. The series remains a deep dive into the wants and ambitions that fuel us, even to our detriment. Often, these characters will destroy everything, even themselves, if it means they can get what they want. Their desires warp their sense of self, until all that's left are stomach-churning downfalls and choices that will leave your head spinning. These nightmarish cycles turn the (few) moments when Industry's characters come to their senses into stark miracles.
But whether Industry's ensemble is hurtling towards destruction or realization, one thing remains the same across the board: Even without Pierpoint, Industry is undeniably intoxicating.
Industry Season 4 premieres Jan. 11 at 9 p.m. ET on HBO and HBO Max.
Cosmic Princess Kaguya! is hitting Netflix in a few weeks, and there's a shiny new trailer to psych everyone up.
The feature debut of Shingo Yamashita (Chainsaw Man, Jujutsu Kaisen) the anime film is inspired by Japanese folktale The Tale of the Bamboo Cutter, set to songs by Vocaloid (AI singing synthesisers created by Yamaha) producers including HoneyWorks, kz (livetune), ryo (supercell), Aqu3ra, yuigot, and 40mP.
A mysterious baby from the moon found in a telephone pole (stay with me) grows quickly to become Kaguya (voiced by Yuko Natsuyoshi), who befriends honour student Iroha (Anna Nagase) on Earth. Kaguya has one goal: to become a top idol and streamer in the virtual realm of Tsukuyomi. And it's all very pretty.
Robin Hood as a merry rogue robbing the rich to give to the poor couldn't be much further from the image of a bearded Hugh Jackman in the trailer above.
In A24's The Death of Robin Hood, Jackman plays an ageing version of the legendary outlaw, haunted by his violent past as he lies injured from battle.
Jodie Comer, Bill Skarsgård, Murray Bartlett, and Noah Jupe also star in this latest from A Quiet Place: Day One writer/director Michael Sarnoski.
The Death of Robin Hood is "coming soon" to theaters.
Stephen Colbert is back with his first monologue of 2026, and like most of the other late night hosts, his focus is on Donald Trump's U.S. attack on Venezuela and the abduction of President Nicolás Maduro.
"Do you know what this means? Those Epstein files must be crazy," the host says, pretending to flick through some papers before slipping into a Trump impression. "Bomb something! Bomb anything!"
Colbert goes on to break down exactly what happened and the aftermath, including footage of Trump speaking about U.S. plans to "run" Venezuela.
"Evidently when he says America first, he means alphabetically," says Colbert. "That's crazy, he can't run two countries at once! He can't even run."
To finish, Colbert takes a more serious tack.
"Invading a country with a moustachioed dictator and saying, 'Don't worry, their oil will pay for this war,' is kind of where I got on this train 20+ years ago," he says. "It didn't work then, and I doubt it's gonna work now. And I hope that the American people don't fall for this a second time."
SAVE $30: As of Jan. 6, AirPods 4 (without ANC) are on sale for $99 at Amazon. This deal saves you $30 on the list price of $129.
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods 4 $99 at AmazonA new pair of earbuds can set you up well at the start of a new year, whether you want them to wear around your home or to have for future travel plans in 2026. Thankfully, even with holiday sales over and done with, there are still some great deals available on various models, including the AirPods 4 (without ANC).
While not as low as they hit during the Black Friday period, the AirPods 4 (without ANC) are on sale right now for $99 at Amazon, which is still a great price for high-quality headphones. This deal saves you $30 in total off their usual price of $129.
SEE ALSO: 5 new gadgets from CES 2026 that you can buy right nowThough these models don't come with noise-canceling features, they boast excellent sound quality and a solid battery life for listening to your favorite tunes. The AirPods 4 are fitted with the H2 chip and also feature Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking that puts you at the center of what you're listening to. And as for their battery life, Apple boasts they can last up to five hours on a single charge or up to 30 hours with the case.
Mashable Deals Be the first to know! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Loading... Sign Me Up By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 2 messages/day. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Thanks for signing up!On top of that, these earbuds are built to last through big workouts or rain as they're IP54 dust, sweat, and water resistant, so there's no need to worry about them being damaged too quickly.
Start the new year off right with the AirPods 4 (without ANC) down to $99 at Amazon. If you're looking for more earbuds worth buying this year, have a look at our breakdown of the best earbuds overall to see some of our top choices.
TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolutions Phantasmal Flames Booster Display Box is on sale for $254.67 at Amazon. That's down to market value compared to TCGplayer's listings.
Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokemon Store Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolutions Phantasmal Flames Booster Display Box $254.67 at AmazonThe trading card market has exploded in recent years. We're seeing unprecedented interest in Pokémon, Magic: The Gathering, One Piece, and a lot of other trading card categories. With the market in a constant state on flux, finding genuinely good deals on Amazon is a tough ask. More often than not, we're content with finding something at market value.
The Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolutions Phantasmal Flames Booster Display Box is on sale for $254.67 at Amazon, down from $299. That's close to market value when compared to listings on TCGplayer, especially when you factor in free shipping and convenience (for Prime members).
Mashable Deals Be the first to know! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Loading... Sign Me Up By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 2 messages/day. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Thanks for signing up!The super popular Phantasmal Flames expansion has over 120 cards to collect and includes new Mega Evolution Pokémon ex. This Phantasmal Flames Booster Display Box comes with 36 booster packs, making it a great option for anyone looking to deep dive into the collection.
Get the Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolutions Phantasmal Flames Booster Display Box for under $260 at Amazon.
If you're just getting back into the swing of things in 2026 and need a news recap, Jimmy Kimmel has got you covered.
In the 13-minute monologue above the host recaps everything Donald Trump has done over the holiday period, from the U.S. president's hundreds of posts on Truth Social and awkward phone calls with children about Santa to the U.S.' surprise attack on Venezuela.
"If you were wondering how bad these Epstein files are for Trump, turns out they're invade Venezuela bad," says Kimmel, talking about the abduction of President Nicolás Maduro. "Yes, he's a criminal and a dictator who's driven his country into financial ruin while he and his family have lined their own pockets, but Maduro is no saint either."
Elsewhere, Seth Meyers and Jon Stewart also had a lot to say about the news.
SAVE $60: As of Jan. 6, the Fitbit Sense 2 has dropped to $189.95 at Amazon. That's $60 off its list price of $249.95.
Opens in a new window Credit: Fitbit Fitbit Sense 2 $189.95 at AmazonIf you've set some fitness goals for 2026, a smartwatch or fitness tracker is well worth picking up. Thankfully, you can still save on select models after the holidays at Amazon. The Fitbit Sense 2 is one option on sale right now, receiving a $60 discount at the retailer.
Normally the Fitbit Sense 2 comes with a price tag of $249.95, but for a limited time Amazon has dropped it to $189.95. This saves you $60 overall, and applies to a couple of different colors so you can choose between the lunar white/platinum or blue mist/pale gold. For $10 more, you can also score the shadow grey/graphite model.
SEE ALSO: What to expect at CES 2026Not only is the Fitbit Sense 2 a great investment for keeping track of workouts — boasting features like a Daily Readiness Score, Active Zone Minutes, all-day activity tracking, and more — it also comes with helpful health features. Some of these include all-day stress detection, irregular heart rhythm notifications, daily sleep stages and a Sleep Score, and more to help you out throughout the day.
Mashable Deals Be the first to know! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Loading... Sign Me Up By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 2 messages/day. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Thanks for signing up!The start of a brand new year is a great time to start smashing your workout goals, so why wait to grab the Fitbit Sense 2? Looking for even more recommendations worth buying? Have a look at our roundups of the best smartwatches and the best fitness trackers to see more of our top picks.
TL;DR: The Magic: The Gathering Lorwyn Eclipsed Play Booster Box is available to pre-order for under $150 on Amazon. Pre-order now to secure Amazon's pre-order price guarantee.
Opens in a new window Credit: Magic: The Gathering Magic: The Gathering Lorwyn Eclipsed Play Booster Box $147.26 at AmazonInterest in Magic: The Gathering continues to climb. Has it reached Pokémania levels yet? Probably not, but we're getting there slowly.
With interest spiking, you can expect new products to sell quickly. That's why it can pay to pre-order a product before release and a potential jump in price as stock vanishes from shelves. The Magic: The Gathering Lorwyn Eclipsed Play Booster Box is a prime example. This set is going to be released on Jan. 23. Sure, you could wait for the release to buy. But with Amazon's pre-order price guarantee, you might as well lock in the best price.
Mashable Deals Be the first to know! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Loading... Sign Me Up By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 2 messages/day. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Thanks for signing up!Whenever you pre-order a product with Amazon's pre-order price guarantee, the price Amazon charges when it ships to you will be the lowest price offered between the time you placed your order and the end of the day on the release date. Everyone knows that feeling when you see a lower price after you've already bought something. There's no chance of that here.
The Magic: The Gathering Lorwyn Eclipsed Play Booster Box is available to pre-order for under $150 on Amazon. That's around market value compared to the listing on TCGplayer, which is somewhat rare for Amazon.
Secure Amazon's best price on the Magic: The Gathering Lorwyn Eclipsed Play Booster Box before its Jan. 23 launch.
The late night shows are all returning after the holidays, and there's a lot of stuff to catch up on — with the U.S. attack on Venezuela and abduction of President Nicolás Maduro top of the list.
"Look, no-one knows how this operation is going to work out, but based on the United States' track record, my guess is we're going to be really happy about this for a couple of weeks, and then 30 years from now there will be a Venezuelan leftist revolution, and the new government will point to this moment as the reason our embassy there is on fire — and it will absolutely ruin a Democrat's presidency," reacts Jon Stewart in the Daily Show clip above. "Generally that's how this shit works. And remember the reason MAGA was so high on Donald Trump was that he was the guy who wasn't going to get involved in this kind of shit any more."
Cue a montage of Trump saying "we do not seek regime change" and "we don't wanna be the world's policeman," before more footage of Trump talking about rebuilding Venezuela's infrastructure and running the country.
And as for the motive behind the attack? Stewart has yet more clips of Trump repeatedly talking about the country's oil.
"We can't even be conspiracy theorists now!" says Stewart. "I think they did it for the oil! 'Yeah, no, I did it for the oil.'"
Today's Connections: Sports Edition will be easier if you know baseball.
As we've shared in previous hints stories, this is a version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans.
Like the original Connections, the game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier — so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.
If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for the latest 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: Sports Edition?The NYT's latest daily word game has launched in association with The Athletic, the New York Times property that provides the publication's sports coverage. 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: Wordle-obsessed? These are the best word games to play IRL. Here's a hint for today's Connections: Sports Edition categoriesWant a hint about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:
Yellow: Adjust course
Green: Hoops
Blue: Current hurlers
Purple: Words all begin the same way
Need a little extra help? Today's connections fall into the following categories:
Yellow: Change direction
Green: Basketball shot types
Blue: Active MLB pitchers
Purple: Back____
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 today's Connections: Sports Edition #470 is...
What is the answer to Connections: Sports Edition today?Change direction - PIVOT, TURN, VEER, ZIG
Basketball shot types - ALLEY-OOP, FADEAWAY, FLOATER, LAYUP
Active MLB pitchers - CEASE, CROCHET, WHEELER, WOO
BACK____ - BOARD, FIELD, STOP, STRETCH
Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be new sports Connections 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.
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Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Connections.
SAVE OVER $50: As of Jan. 6, Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 are on sale for $199.95 at Amazon. This is 20% off their list price of $249.99.
Opens in a new window Credit: Beats Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 $199.95 at AmazonIf you're starting the new year off with new workout goals, a solid pair of earbuds is help keep you entertained when you're sweating. The Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 are our favorite earbuds for working out, and they're currently on sale for under $200 at Amazon.
For a limited time, the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 have been marked down to $199.95 at Amazon. This is 20% off their retail price of $249.99, saving you just over $50. Every color is on sale as well, so you can have your pick of the hyper purple, electric orange, quick sand, or jet black earbuds.
SEE ALSO: The top 6 CES 2026 trends I expect to see at tech's biggest showThere are a few reasons why the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 have landed on both our lists of the best workout earbuds and the best earbuds overall. Their secure-fit earhooks make sure they stay in place as you power through workouts, and they even offer up to 45 hours of battery life (with the charging case), so you don't have to think about frequent recharges. Pair that with great sound quality, noise-canceling features such as Active Noise Cancelling and Transparency mode, and Heart Rate Monitoring sensors, and they're ready to help you tackle the day.
Mashable Deals Be the first to know! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Loading... Sign Me Up By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 2 messages/day. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Thanks for signing up!Our review from writer Alex Bracetti had plenty of praise for these earbuds, noting that "the secure fit, heart-rate monitoring, and stellar battery life are unbeatable." However, he does mention that the noise-cancellation features leave something to be desired, saying "they lack the AirPods Pro 2’s prime listening modes and resilient ANC."
Don't miss out on the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 for under $200 at Amazon.
The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.
With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.
So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections — we have you covered.
SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: How to play Pips, the newest NYT gameHere are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2026:
AcrossWhen pigs flyThe answer is Never.
The answer is Alibi.
The answer is Big if.
The answer is Till.
The answer is Elle.
The answer is Nab.
The answer is Elite.
The answer is Vigil.
The answer is Ebill.
The answer is Rifle.
If you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.
Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.
Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Mini Crossword.
SAVE $60: As of Jan. 6, the Fitbit Charge 6 is on sale for $99.95 at Amazon. That's a 38% discount on the list price.
Opens in a new window Credit: Fitbit Fitbit Charge 6 $99.95 at AmazonSticking to your fitness goals is a lot easier when you can actually see your progress. That’s where a fitness tracker comes in. These handy devices turn your hard work into readable stats, and what could be more motivating than that? And if you’re looking for a model that can give you this, but for under $100, check out this new Amazon deal on the Fitbit Charge 6.
As of Jan. 6, this fitness tracker is down to $99.95, giving you a saving of $60. According to camelcamelcamel, it’s never been cheaper than this.
Mashable Deals Be the first to know! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Loading... Sign Me Up By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 2 messages/day. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Thanks for signing up!Despite the low price, you’re still getting an impressive amount of stats that are bound to keep you motivated all year. It has over 40 exercise modes, including running, swimming, and yoga. You’ll also get a range of workout-related stats (heart rate, Active Zone Minutes, and daily activity).
It has built-in GPS, so your outdoor runs will be mapped and your pace tracked more accurately. You can even leave your phone at home if you want to enjoy a switched-off run. You’ll also be able to track lifestyle metrics like your sleep and stress, and you’ll get personalized insights into what your sleep actually looks like.
On top of fitness, it functions as a smartwatch, letting you receive calls, messages, and notifications, make contactless payments, use voice assistants, and enjoy a battery life that lasts up to seven days.
Find this great Fitbit deal at Amazon now.
SAVE $80: As of Jan. 6, the Fitbit Versa 4 is on sale for $119.95 at Amazon. That's a 40% discount on the list price.
Opens in a new window Credit: Fitbit Fitbit Versa 4 $119.95 at AmazonNothing helps you hit your fitness goals quite like a fancy new gadget to keep you motivated. And if you’re trying to be a bit more consistent this year, having a fitness tracker on your wrist that nudges you along can make a real difference. It doesn’t need to be a super advanced, overly expensive model either, if you just want something affordable to keep you accountable, check out this latest deal on the Fitbit Versa 4.
As of Jan. 6, this smartwatch is on sale for $80 off. That brings the price down to $119.95, its best-ever price. You can choose from all color options too, giving you the choice of pink sand, black, and waterfall blue.
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It’s not all work and no play with the Versa 4, as you’ll also get social features that support calls, texts, notifications, contactless payments, and voice assistants. And all this comes with a battery life of over six days.
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SAVE $140: As of Jan. 6, the Kindle Scribe is on sale for $309.99 at Amazon. That's a discount of 31% on the list price.
Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Kindle Scribe $309.99 at AmazonIf reading more is one of your New Year’s resolutions, this might help: the Kindle Scribe is currently on sale. Not only that, but it's down to its lowest-ever price at Amazon. As of Jan. 6, this popular Kindle model is down to $309.99, saving you $140. This price is for the 64GB model in the colors metallic jade or tungsten.
This Kindle is a popular one, designed not just for reading, but writing too. This e-reader lets you read, write, and annotate documents on a large, paper-like display. It even includes built-in AI tools that can tidy up your notes, summarize them, or adjust the length and tone.
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Battery life is designed to last for months, too. So you'll get long periods of reading and weeks of writing on just a single charge.
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Welcome to your guide to Pips, the latest game in the New York Times catalogue.
Released in August 2025, the Pips puts a unique spin on dominoes, creating a fun single-player experience that could become your next daily gaming habit.
Currently, if you're stuck, the game only offers to reveal the entire puzzle, forcing you to move onto the next difficulty level and start over. However, we have you covered! Below are piecemeal answers that will serve as hints so that you can find your way through each difficulty level.
How to play PipsIf you've ever played dominoes, you'll have a passing familiarity for 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 January 6, 2026The 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 January 6, 2026 Easy difficulty hints, answers for Jan. 6 PipsNumber (1): Everything in this space must add up to 1. The answer is 1-0, placed horizontally.
Number (4): Everything in this space must add up to 4. The answer is 1-0, placed horizontally; 4-3, placed horizontally.
Equal (3): Everything in this space must be equal to 3. The answer is 4-3, placed horizontally; 3-1, placed vertically; 6-3, placed horizontally.
Number (12): Everything in this space must add up to 12. The answer is 2-6, placed horizontally; 6-3, placed horizontally.
Number (1): Everything in this space must add up to 1. The answer is 3-1, placed vertically.
Medium difficulty hints, answers for Jan. 6 PipsNumber (10): Everything in this space must add up to 10. The answer is 4-5, placed horizontally; 2-6, placed horizontally.
Equal (2): Everything in this space must be equal to 2. The answer is 2-2, placed vertically; 2-6, placed horizontally; 2-4, placed vertically; 2-5, placed horizontally.
Less Than (6): Everything in this space must be less than 6. The answer is 2-5, placed horizontally.
Equal (1): Everything in this space must be equal to 1. The answer is 3-1, placed horizontally; 1-2, placed horizontally.
Number (4): Everything in this space must add up to 4. The answer is 2-4, placed vertically.
Hard difficulty hints, answers for Jan. 6 PipsNumber (12): Everything in this space must add up to 12. The answer is 6-6, placed horizontally.
Number (0): Everything in this space must add up to 0. The answer is 0-5, placed vertically.
Number (6): Everything in this space must add up to 6. The answer is 3-2, placed horizontally; 3-5, placed vertically.
Number (4): Everything in this space must add up to 4. The answer is 3-2, placed horizontally; 2-5, placed vertically.
Equal (4): Everything in this yellow space must be equal to 4. The answer is 4-0, placed vertically; 4-4, placed horizontally; 4-5, placed horizontally; 3-4, placed horizontally; 4-6, placed vertically.
Equal (5): Everything in this space must be equal to 5. The answer is 4-5, placed horizontally; 5-5, placed horizontally; 0-5, placed vertically; 3-5, placed vertically; 2-5, placed vertically.
Number (0): Everything in this space must add up to 0. The answer is 3-0, placed horizontally.
Equal (3): Everything in this red space must be equal to 3. The answer is 3-4, placed horizontally; 3-6, placed vertically.
Equal (2): Everything in this light blue space must be equal to 2. The answer is 2-2, placed horizontally.
Number (5): Everything in this space must add up to 5. The answer is 3-0, placed horizontally; 2-1, placed horizontally.
Number (0): Everything in this space must add up to 0. The answer is 4-0, placed vertically.
Number (12): Everything in this space must add up to 12. The answer is 3-6, placed vertically; 4-6, placed vertically.
Equal (1): Everything in this space must be equal to 1. The answer is 2-1, placed horizontally; 3-1, placed horizontally.
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