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The best Lego World Cup kits — including a soccer ball with a stadium-sized secretCan't get enough of the World Cup? These Lego sets let you enjoy the beautiful game in brick form.
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Here are 3 top value TVs I recommend for a last minute World Cup upgradeWorld Cup fever is in full force and if you're looking for a great value TV for the tournament, these are 3 of my top recommendations
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NewsHow to watch World Cup 2026 online from anywhere: Free Streams, TV Channels and FixturesHere's how you can watch FIFA World Cup 2026 live streams for free from anywhere in the world.
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These 5 ChatGPT prompts turned me into a smarter World Cup fanWhether you want deeper stats, better planning or help coping with penalty drama, these five AI prompts can make the World Cup a little easier to enjoy.
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Is using a VPN legal in the USA, Canada and Mexico? What World Cup travelers need to knowThe 2026 World Cup guide to crossing borders with a VPN
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NewsWorld Cup 2026 Fixture Finder – Kick-off times, Free streamsWorld Cup 2026 Fixture Finder – Search any team and see when they're playing and where to watch for free!
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NewsHow to watch World Cup on YouTube (it's free)How to watch World Cup on YouTube (it's free), with all 104 games of the 2026 tournament free-to-air courtesy of Brazilian network CazéTV.
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Toy Story 5 review: an all-too-safe adventure that suggests playtime could be over for Woody, Buzz, and Jessie -
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Bluesound Pulse Cinema Mini review: the best small soundbar for music
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The best T-Mobile deals for June 2026: iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone Air, Galaxy S26 Plus, and much more -
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PopSockets unveils an insanely thin new PopSockets MagSafe grip for iPhone that's 'a labor of love,' but the story of the original iPhone grip might be even more inspiring -
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Move over Samsung and Google — you can currently get the 'intentionally outlandish' Nothing Phone (3) for its lowest ever price at Amazon
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NYT Wordle today — answer and my hints for game #1824, Wednesday, June 172751 Comments -
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OpinionThe price of MSI's Claw 8 EX AI+ is the most absurd thing I've seen lately -
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Newegg's huge 'Super Dad Super Savings' sale is live — this 180Hz 27-inch IPS Gigabyte gaming monitor for just $159 is an absolute highlightTechRadar Approved - Sponsored Offer Newegg
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Is ChatGPT too cheap?ChatGPT's expanding capabilities and unchanged subscription price have sparked a debate over whether it's a good deal or headed for a cliff
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Gemini calls break on Android Auto as users go back to Google Assistant
Multiple user reports suggest Gemini calls being borked in Android Auto — here's what we know.
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Gemini on Google TVs is getting its most useful upgrade yet: voice control of picture settingsGoogle is rolling out an update to its Gemini TV platform that will enable you to control your TV's settings via voice — but it's on TCL TVs in the US at first.
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Google just undercut OpenAI with a $4.99 Gemini plan — here’s what you getGoogle’s cheapest AI plan is now cheaper than ChatGPT’s — here’s what you get for your $4.99
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I gamified chores with ChatGPTBy asking ChatGPT to “turn this into a game,” I transformed chores, school routines, and errands into small quests and challenges.
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UpdatedThe best phone 2026
Only the best phones from Apple, Samsung, Google and OnePlus
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Apple could introduce ‘a separate subscription’ for advanced Siri AI featuresSiri is finally getting smarter, but a reputable Apple tipster suggests that it might also stop being free.
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I've spent hours researching the best phone for my child — here are the safest options I've found, from iPhones to 'dumbphones'What type of phone should you buy your child? Smartphones, dumbphones, and more explained by a parent.
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Apple keeps on dropping hints that an iPhone Fold is on the wayWe think the folding iPhone will launch in September, but it's not official yet — despite these signs from Apple.
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3 reasons why Apple's macOS 27 beta isn't the lowkey release it first seemsThe first beta of macOS 27 Golden Gate is seriously impressing testers with its stability and performance levels, along with vital interface changes.
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Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer #2 live: what we know ahead of the new teaser's debutA new trailer for Spider-Man: Brand New Day will arrive later today — join TechRadar as we cover its unveiling in real time.
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Clarkson's Farm season 5 ending reveals shock Jeremy Clarkson cancer diagnosisClarkson's Farm season 5 episodes 7-8 reveal a shock cancer diagnosis for Jeremy Clarkson — but the filming of season 6 should tell us something more.
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What is the release date for Sugar season 2 on Apple TV?John Sugar is back in Apple TV's hit neo-noir show, and there are eight new episodes to savor. Here's when they're dropping.
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Toy Story 5 review: an all-too-safe adventure that suggests playtime could be over for Woody, Buzz, and JessieThe latest entry in Pixar's money-making animated movie series isn't terrible, but it fails to recapture the magic of the original trilogy.
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Dutton Ranch episode 7 trailer teases ranch successor in Yellowstone spinoffThe trailer for Dutton Ranch episode 7 teases who will be next in line to lead 10 Petal Ranch — and fans think they've worked out who it is.
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I took a look at the Blu-ray reference library used by Denon & Marantz to develop home theater gearFrom Avatar to The Creator to Bon Jovi to… uh, Pixels. Twice. These are the 130 movies and concert films on the shelves of a 9.4.6-channel Dolby Atmos test room.
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Amazon's early Prime Day TV deals are almost too good to be true — shop record-low prices on best-selling 4K and QLED TVs from $69.99Early Prime Day TV deals are live, and I've rounded up the best offers, which include record-low prices on Amazon's best-selling 4K and QLED TVs from just $69.99.
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Roku Users Express Concern After Fox Announces $22 Billion AcquisitionFox and Roku have entered a $22 billion agreement, but Roku users fear the damage it could cause.
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Gemini on Google TVs is getting its most useful upgrade yet: voice control of picture settings
Google is rolling out an update to its Gemini TV platform that will enable you to control your TV's settings via voice — but it's on TCL TVs in the US at first.
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I heard a reference 9.4.6-channel Dolby Atmos home theater system, and now I can't go backFind out which movie provides the ultimate 'AVR stress test', and what a quarter-mill of home theater gear can do
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Hisense UR8 vs Samsung QN80H: how does a budget RGB TV compare to standard mini-LED?How does the Hisense UR8, an affordable RGB mini-LED TV, compare to the Samsung QN80H, which uses standard mini-LED?
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Bluesound Pulse Cinema Mini review: the best small soundbar for music
Some small-footprint soundbars compromise on big, robust sound, but not the Pulse Cinema Mini.
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DoorDash was down — here's what happened in the major outage
Both DoorDash and Spotify are experiencing issues right now, according to thousands of users — here's all the latest news.
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Amazon and Walmart are battling it out to list the lowest price ever on the 'near-perfect' Apple AirPods Pro 3 — they've just hit $169The AirPods Pro 3 have just hit a record low of $169 at Walmart — I was wrong about these 'near-perfect set of noise-cancelling earbuds' getting cheaper.
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Teenage Engineering’s new pro-grade record cutter weighs 140kg, so it’s great for music pros… with strong friendsThe Teenage Engineering APC-2 is a record cutter that lets you 'burn' audio to vinyl, but for various reasons, you won't be picking it up and carrying it home tomorrow
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UpdatedThe best cheap headphones, all tested by our reviewersWant a decent pair of budget earbuds or headphones without breaking the bank? Here are the best cheap headphones available today.
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OneOdio Studio Max 2 review: DJ headphones without the wire
The OneOdio Studio Max 2 are a lot like the Max 1, but with a higher price and improved transmitter. For most people, I'd still recommend the old pair.
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‘How to describe it, other than slime or puke?’: another World Cup player dons unreleased Beats headphones and that’s got to be a custom colorway… right?The Beats Solo 5 are being teased, with another 2026 World Cup player wearing them, but we're yet to spot anyone else actually using them.
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I heard a reference 9.4.6-channel Dolby Atmos home theater system, and now I can't go back
Find out which movie provides the ultimate 'AVR stress test', and what a quarter-mill of home theater gear can do
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Amazfit Cheetah 2 Pro review: A premium Garmin alternative with one big catch
The Amazfit Cheetah 2 Pro delivers premium materials, stellar AI training, and accurate tracking but is held back by a bulky 15.6mm design and laggy maps.
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This high-tech necklace protects your skin from sunburn and UV raysThe90 Gem is a smart necklace that measures your UV exposure and helps prevent sunburn.
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I was bored of my usual fitness apps, but comprehensive fitness tracker BetterMe dwarfs them in terms of scaleIn the AI fitness race, BetterMe is doing things a little differently.
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Kodak Charmera returns in new Millennium Edition that's pure Y2K nostalgiaThe Kodak Charmera returns in a new Millennium edition, with six new colorways equipped with additional Y2K-inspired photo filters and frames, for the same low price.
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FBI is seizing drones at the World Cup – know the rules before you flyThe FBI has already confiscated dozens of drones near match venues, but here’s how to keep your flights within the law
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Aura digital photo frames just got the update I've been waiting for — Google Photos supportAura frames now work with Google Photos, iCloud, text message, Aura's app and more
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DJI accuses Insta360 of 'blatantly' copying its Pocket 3 vlogging cameraThe DJI / Insta360 rivalry just went up a notch, with DJI accusing Insta360 of copying its Pocket 3 vlogging camera in a new lawsuit.
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Which Ring doorbell should I buy? A simple guide to the different optionsNot sure whether to go hardwired or battery? Or what difference between Pro and Plus models? Here's what you need to know before buying a Ring video doorbell.
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My favorite air fryer is less than $70 in Amazon's early Prime Day saleThe Instant Vortex Plus air fryer is my favorite kitchen appliance, and it's less than $70 in Amazon's early Prime Day sale.
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UpdatedThe best juicer: tested for juice yield, smoothness, and ease of useOur expert team have juiced buckets of produce to bring you this list of the very best centrifugal and cold press juicers around.
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The best Lego World Cup kits — including a soccer ball with a stadium-sized secretCan't get enough of the World Cup? These Lego sets let you enjoy the beautiful game in brick form.
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UpdatedThe best phone 2026
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UpdatedThe best juicer: tested for juice yield, smoothness, and ease of use
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My favorite air fryer is less than $70 in Amazon's early Prime Day sale
The Instant Vortex Plus air fryer is my favorite kitchen appliance, and it's less than $70 in Amazon's early Prime Day sale.
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The best T-Mobile deals for June 2026: iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone Air, Galaxy S26 Plus, and much more
This week's best T-Mobile deals could save you a bundle on your next phone, a plan upgrade, or even your internet.
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Amazon's early Prime Day TV deals are almost too good to be true — shop record-low prices on best-selling 4K and QLED TVs from $69.99
Early Prime Day TV deals are live, and I've rounded up the best offers, which include record-low prices on Amazon's best-selling 4K and QLED TVs from just $69.99.
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Prime Day starts now with these savings of up to 65% on Amazon devices — Echo, Ring, Fire TV, and more from $12.99I've picked out 16 of the best early Prime Day deals at Amazon, including savings of up to 65% on these popular and best-selling Amazon devices.
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Newegg's huge 'Super Dad Super Savings' sale is live — this 180Hz 27-inch IPS Gigabyte gaming monitor for just $159 is an absolute highlight
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Looking for a cheap (but good) 1440p gaming monitor? This 27-inch Gigabyte GS27QA is just $159 in this week's sale at Newgg.
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I combed through IKEA's massive summer sale to find these 50 brilliant bargainsI combed through hundreds of deals to find these brilliant buys to brighten up your summer — from just $2.99.
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Sling TV promo codes for Jun 2026SPONSORED With these Sling TV promo codes you can get discounted memberships and add access to extra channels for free on the streaming service.
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Trend Micro promo codes for Jun 2026 |SPONSORED Find one of Trend Micro promo codes to lower the price of the brand's cybersecurity software, covering antivirus, identity protection & a VPN.
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ExpressVPN coupons for Jun 2026 |SPONSORED Save money with one of our ExpressVPN coupons and secure your digital details across all your devices for less.
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Meta promo codes for Jun 2026 |SPONSORED These Meta promo codes can help you save money on Meta's virtual & augmented reality headsets and other gaming peripherals.
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Windows 11 is getting another major boost to the way updates workWindows 11 is getting another boost to the way updates work — and this appears to be a major focus for Microsoft currently.
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3 reasons why Apple's macOS 27 beta isn't the lowkey release it first seems
The first beta of macOS 27 Golden Gate is seriously impressing testers with its stability and performance levels, along with vital interface changes.
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Samsung’s XR headset might help you relax the next time you give bloodSamsung’s XR headset might help you relax the next time you give blood, thanks to VR meditation.
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Microsoft is bringing AI features to more Windows 11 PCs via Nvidia's GPUsMicrosoft is bringing AI features to a 'broader range of Windows 11 devices', with Copilot+ abilities set to arrive on PCs with a fast enough Nvidia GPU.
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Wednesday, June 17 (game #1102)Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.
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OpinionThe price of MSI's Claw 8 EX AI+ is the most absurd thing I've seen lately
Pricing for handheld gaming PCs has hit a new level of absurdity, with the MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ available at retailers for $1,799.
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Amid reports of closures to Ninja Theory and Compulsion Games, Xbox Game Studios CEO Craig Duncan is stepping down from the role after less than two yearsXbox Game Studios CEO Craig Duncan is reportedly stepping down from his position after less than two years in the role.
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Lara Croft actress says the Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis version of the character is 'completely self-possessed as a woman without being overtly sexualized,' which is something that she and the team 'talked about at length'The actress behind the new Lara Croft in Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis has explained why the character differs from versions that have come before.
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'We are building a global movement' — UK's teen social media ban sparks a campaign to defend the open internet -
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'A cybersecurity disaster waiting to happen' — The VPN industry reacts to the UK's teen social media ban -
'They just moved to VPNs' — Telegram CEO slams UK's teen social media ban with stark Russian comparison -
UK bans social media ban for under-16s — all the latest news live -
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Samsung MAX VPN goes offline today, leaving Android users searching for alternatives
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Adobe & LinkedIn team up to spread AI knowledgeAdobe is making free AI training available to marketing professionals through LinkedIn as AI literacy skill demand rises 113%.
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Google says Chinese hackers cracked Workspace security to hit high-value targetsGoogle warns of ongoing data theft campaign attributed to Chinese nation-state attacker.
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SMBs are acting on financial advice from AI chatbots — before talking to their accountant70% of UK SMEs consult AI for financial advice before their accountants – professionals now need to offer higher-value, proactive business advice.
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Hackers are launching more phishing scams and attacks at holidaymakers than ever beforeFirms in hospitality are hit with more than 2,000 attacks every week now, while consumers are being served fake accommodation sites.
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