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Motion Picture Association demands Meta stops using PG-13 rating for teen accounts

Mashable - Wed, 11/05/2025 - 19:27

The Motion Picture Association (MPA), the trade association behind Hollywood's movie rating system, has sent an official cease and desist letter to tech giant Meta, demanding the company halt the use of the MPA's PG-13 designation in its new teen safety features.

In a letter sent to Meta chief legal officer Jennifer Newstead on Oct. 28, the MPA argues that Meta's use of the PG-13 movie rating is "literally false and highly misleading," constituting false advertising and a dilution of the MPA trademark. "The MPA has worked for decades to earn the public’s trust in its rating system. Any dissatisfaction with Meta’s automated classification will inevitably cause the public to question the integrity of the MPA’s rating system," the letter contends.

The MPA explained that they had previously denied requests to use the ratings system from Meta's competitors.

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On Oct. 14, Meta announced an overhaul of its parental control and content moderation settings for young users, known as Teen Accounts. In addition to new oversight tools and AI guidelines, the new features included age-appropriate filters that Meta argued reflected the same level of content exposure as MPA ratings, such as brief nudity and minor violence, expletives, and drug or alcohol use. The move came after numerous investigations into the company's youth safety prerogatives, and a recent report that found many of the company's previous safety tools had failed under stress testing.

The MPA issued a statement shortly after, taking issue with the company's use of the PG-13 designation without prior consultation:

"The Motion Picture Association was not contacted by Meta prior to the announcement of its new content moderation tool for Instagram Teen Accounts. We welcome efforts to protect kids from content that may not be appropriate for them, but assertions that Instagram’s new tool will be ‘guided by PG-13 movie ratings’ or have any connection to the film industry’s rating system are inaccurate.”

In the recent letter, the association added that Meta's reliance on automatic, AI-powered content moderation fails to meet the same human standards as the MPA ratings system, which relies on feedback from independent panels of parents. "Meta’s attempts to restrict teen content literally cannot be ‘guided by’ or ‘aligned with’ the MPA’s PG-13 movie rating because Meta does not follow [the MPA’s] curated process," it reads.

The letter argues that Meta is exploiting the established standards built by the MPA to win back trust with consumers.

Meta, meanwhile, argues that it did not claim that the new safety features were certified by the MPA and that the inclusion of "PG-13" qualifies under fair use. "To make things simpler for them, we updated our teen content policies to be closer to PG-13 movie standards—which parents already know. We know social media isn’t the same as movies, but we made this change to support parents, and we hope to work with the MPA to continue bringing families this clarity," said a Meta spokesperson.

The MPA represents major film studios, including Netflix, Warner Bros. Discovery, and Walt Disney Studios.

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The Nintendo Store finally has a mobile app for iOS and Android devices

Mashable - Wed, 11/05/2025 - 19:16

Nintendo finally has a mobile storefront for Switch games.

The Nintendo Store app launched as a surprise on Tuesday night, available now on both iOS and Android. As one might expect from the name, it's simply a dedicated mobile app for tracking and purchasing games for the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 consoles. You can log into your Nintendo account, maintain a wishlist, check out sales, and more. This more or less puts Nintendo in line with PlayStation and Xbox, both of which have had full-featured mobile apps with digital storefronts for years.

SEE ALSO: 'Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment' is fine. It's also the most disappointing Switch 2 exclusive.

Somewhat strangely, the only catch is that trying to purchase any game just brings you to the Nintendo store website in a built-in browser window, as opposed to including a custom purchase page within the app. While Nintendo hasn't offered app-based purchases before, you have been able to buy games from the website on a mobile browser for years. This app cuts out the middle-man of having to open Safari, I guess?

However, there is one pretty exciting feature in here: A comprehensive database of your play history in games on recent Nintendo consoles. If you log into your Nintendo account, you can not only see how many hours you've put into any given game, but you can actually see how long your individual play sessions were on a specific day of the calendar. This is how I learned that I apparently had a four-hour session of Xenoblade Chronicles X earlier this year. That's news you can use, folks.

Hopefully, the new Nintendo Store app will add more features in the future, including true in-app purchases.

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The car with the best resale value after 5 years — and its closest rivals

How-To Geek - Wed, 11/05/2025 - 19:00

When it comes to long-term value, few cars hold their resale power like this popular hatchback. Even after five years, it retains a surprising percentage of its original price, making it a standout in a market where depreciation often hits new vehicles hard.

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Don't update your encrypted Windows PC unless you know your BitLocker password

How-To Geek - Wed, 11/05/2025 - 18:59

Drive encryption on Windows is still technically a "business" feature, but if you have Windows 11 Pro, you can fully encrypt your drive using BitLocker. Your TPM is supposed to handle the decryption process on every reboot, which can led to you just forgetting to take care of your keys. Which is a problem if you download the latest Windows update.

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Alls Fairs most WTF lines of dialogue

Mashable - Wed, 11/05/2025 - 18:40

All's Fair has landed, and reader, the dialogue is dialoguing.

Ryan Murphy's latest Hulu series is probably all over your feed right now, as the first three episodes dropped Wednesday. The legal drama sees Allura Grant (Kim Kardashian), Emerald Greene (Niecy Nash), and Liberty Ronson (Naomi Watts) starting their own women-led, women-only law firm. They're facing down a particularly pissed-off Carrington Lane (Sarah Paulson), a gun lawyer they didn't invite to the party (because she routinely stole their lunches or something).

SEE ALSO: Critics hate 'All's Fair,' but the internet has other thoughts

Critics and viewers are dramatically divided on All's Fairthe Hollywood Reporter's Angie Han called it "unforgivably dull," and the Guardian's Lucy Mangan called it "fascinatingly, existentially terrible." The show seems to be going for Dynasty "I own 51 percent of this company" energy, and whether it achieves that or not is your call. But without context, the series is absolutely meme fodder for the one-liners this objectively talented cast drops again and again.

Here's some lines from All's Fair that saw me spit out my coffee, fall off my chair, and throw myself into the hedge. What have I missed?

"Come on, gloves!"

Emerald cheers up her new divorce client with a compliment.

"Never mind, Cooze McGees."

Carrington gets mad she's not invited to join the firm.

"From cocktails to cock rings all in one 24-hour period — God, I love my job."

Liberty gets briefed on a case.

"In honor of your big milestone, I present you with a fruit basket, organic and lightly brushed with salmonella and fecal matter. Eat a melon ball, then maybe you can all give the Ozempic you’re mainlining a rest, you fat, treacherous lawn chairs."

Carrington sends a fruit basket for the firm's 10-year anniversary.

"What we have here is knowledge, and knowledge is the key in the lock. All we have to do is turn it just the right way."

Allura contributes to a briefing.

"Pin your wig down, Allura, because this might blow it back."

Emerald about to serve up hard cold truths.

Emerald Greene (Niecy Nash) and Allura Grant (Kim Kardashian). Credit: Hulu "You don't give us what we want, everything we want, those eggs will never see the inside of Allura's hoo-ha, because I will personally slather them in A1 Steak Sauce and eat them with a side of fries."

Carrington, uh, negotiates?

"Well, it is New York City, which is an island, so it's safe to assume there are plenty of other fish in the sea."

Liberty offers romantic advice.

"Somebody has a revenge vagina!"

Emerald being supportive.

"Will Jane Austen really help you to adjust to aging and gravity and public opinion?"

Allura gets real.

"You know me — I'd do anything for you, except represent you, which I wouldn't do even if I were penniless and starving on a street corner, forced to blow a priest with the chlamydia for a bowl of refried beans."

Carrington politely turns down a job.

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I am not giving you any context for this Emerald moment.

"Mayor McHead Cheese, Diane Sawyer, Lola Falana, George Washington."

Carrington addresses her nemeses outside court.

"Allura, when are you going to get mad? When are you going to twist off his scrotum and feed it to him in small, raggedy pieces? When are we doing revenge?"

Liberty offers a suggestion.

"Bore someone else with your directions, I know where I'm going."

Carrington doing the most.

'I'm good at women."

One man's attempt at seducing Dina Standish (Glenn Close).

All's Fair is now streaming on Hulu and Disney+.

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The M4 MacBook Air is officially down by an extra $50 to its lowest price ever

Mashable - Wed, 11/05/2025 - 18:38

SAVE $249.01: As of Nov. 5, get the 13-inch Apple 2025 MacBook Air (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) for $949.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $1,199. That's a discount of 21% and the lowest price we've seen.

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If you've been looking for an excuse to get a new laptop, consider this your green light. The M4 MacBook Air is on sale once more at Amazon, giving you a great reason to hop on board the Apple ecosystem train. Now $50 cheaper than the last record-low, this is the best price we’ve seen so far. So whether you're getting one for you or grabbing it for a gift, this is a good time to shop.

As of Nov. 5, get the 13-inch Apple 2025 MacBook Air (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) for $949.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $1,199. That's $249.01 off and a discount of 21%. It's also the lowest price we've seen.

SEE ALSO: The best laptops of 2025: Compare the M4 MacBook Air, Microsoft Surface Laptop 7, and more

This early Black Friday deal isn't one to miss. The 2025 MacBook Air comes equipped with the powerful M4 chip, a 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display, a 512GB SSD, and 16GB of RAM. That means it has your back with plenty of power and storage beyond that, with a 12MP Center Stage webcam and Touch ID integrated. It's everything you could ask for in a lightweight package that the MacBook Air provides.

Mashable's Stan Schroeder reviewed the M4 MacBook Air and proclaimed it a "really good deal," praising its "improved FaceTime camera," "absolutely silent" operation, M4 chip, and price tag.

"The new MacBook Air is cheaper than before, and runs Apple's most powerful chip (well, its basic variant) while being dead silent," Schroeder wrote. "The webcam is better, the battery life is great, and just about the only negatives we can think [of] is [its] low number of ports and the fact that the display's refresh rate only goes to 60Hz."

Now's the time to pounce if you want one for yourself before all the models sell out at this price.

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The Ninja PossibleCooker Pro just dropped under $100 at Amazon

Mashable - Wed, 11/05/2025 - 18:31

SAVE $70: As of Nov. 5, the Ninja Foodi PossibleCooker Pro is on sale for just $99.99 at Amazon. That's a savings of 41% and only a few bucks shy of its best price ever.

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It's no secret that Mashable's shopping team loves Ninja appliances. They deliver excellent performance, are generally easy to use and beginner-friendly, and come at reasonable prices. We think they're some of the best value products at full cost, but we certainly aren't going to argue a major discount on one of our favorites.

As of Nov. 5, the 8.5-quart Ninja Foodi PossibleCooker Pro is on sale for only $99.99 at Amazon. That's 41% or $70 cheaper than usual and only a few bucks away from its lowest price on record.

Our favorite Ninja multicooker, the PossibleCooker Pro, replaces multiple appliances in your kitchen. Mashable shopping reporter Sam Mangino writes, "So you only have space for one appliance in your kitchen, and you can't decide between a rice cooker and a slow cooker? Choose the Ninja Foodi Everyday Possible Cooker."

While it may not look like much more than a hot plate with a non-stick pot on top, the PossibleCooker Pro is capable of a lot. Besides cooking rice in the blink of an eye, it can also boil a pound of pasta, slow-cook food to perfection, sear and sauté directly in the pot, sous vide, bake, roast, proof dough, and more. The pot itself can even go directly in the oven (up to 500 degrees) and be used as a serving dish. The 8.5-quart option is large enough to cook up to nine pounds of spaghetti and meatballs or enough chili for 20 people, making it ideal for entertaining as well.

It's usually a solid deal at $169.99, but for only $99.99, it's honestly a steal. TBH, I think I just convinced myself to buy one.

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All 321 movies Pluto TV just added for November—and they're free

How-To Geek - Wed, 11/05/2025 - 18:30

You have to hand it to free ad-supported streaming services like Pluto TV. They really do throw a huge amount of movies and TV shows—not to mention live TV, in some cases—against the wall that you can pick and choose from until the cows come home.

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Snag the Jackery Explorer 300 portable power station with a 100W solar panel for under $300 at Amazon

Mashable - Wed, 11/05/2025 - 18:26

SAVE $200: The Jackery Explorer 300 portable power station with a Jackery SolarSaga 100W solar panel is on sale at Amazon for $299, down from the standard price of $499. That's a 40% discount, just one cent more than the record low at Amazon.

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The winds are picking up, and leaves are falling. There's no denying that summer is long gone and we'll soon be in the chill of winter. In the meantime, we're dealing with fall wind and rainstorms that can knock out power. If that sounds all too familiar and you're over dealing with dead phones during an outage, check out this Amazon deal.

As of Nov. 5, the Jackery Explorer 300 portable power station with a Jackery SolarSaga 100W solar panel is on sale at Amazon for $299, down from the standard price of $499. That's a savings of $200 thanks to a 40% discount. This sale price is just one cent more than the all-time low price at Amazon.

Jackery makes some great portable power stations, and they're an even better deal if you can snag a model while it's on sale. The Explorer 300 is currently bundled with a 100W solar panel, a perfect pairing for taking on camping adventures next spring. It also means you can use the solar panel to recharge in the backyard after a storm.

SEE ALSO: The Bluetti Elite 200 V2 portable power station with two 200W solar panels just dropped to a record low price

With 293Wh, the Jackery Explorer 300 can keep you going during the next outage. It comes with two AC ports, one USB-C, and two USB-A. When the lights go out, keep this by your bedside to power up the lamp and recharge your phone. You can also use it to keep the WiFi router online, which means you can spend the outage binging Apple+ shows instead of sitting in the dark.

The Jackery Explorer 300 weighs just a bit over seven pounds and has a built-in handle, so it'll be easy to carry from room to room during an outage or around the campsite.

Jackery says it'll take about 4.5 hours to get the Explorer 300 to a full charge when plugged into the SolarSaga 100W. That's pretty impressive considering standard wall AC recharging takes about 3.5 hours.

Before the next storm rolls in, get the reassurance that your phone and laptop can stay online by snagging the Jackery Explorer 300 portable power station. Today's deal includes the 100W Jackery SolarSaga solar panel for recharging off-grid. Use it during power outages through winter and switch to packing it along to the campsite come spring and summer.

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Gillian Anderson and Lena Headey face off in The Abandons trailer

Mashable - Wed, 11/05/2025 - 18:25

Brace yourselves, because Netflix is giving subscribers a double dose of badass broads with The Abandons. Lena Headey and Gillian Anderson co-star in the new drama series from Sons of Anarchy creator Kurt Sutter. And as you might guess from those 10-gallon hats, this one's a Western.

Let's ride.

Here's the official log line from Netflix:

Washington Territory - 1854 - The matriarchs of two very different families — one of wealth and privilege bound by blood, the other a found family of orphans and outcasts bound by love and necessity — find their fates linked by two crimes, an awful secret, a star-crossed love, and a piece of land with silver underneath. The collision echoes the American struggle of the haves and have-nots, in a place just beyond the reach of justice.

This Western series will deliver class conflict, dueling queens, and the kind of hard-nosed drama audiences have come to expect from Sutter. But that's not all. The Abandons also co-stars Nick Robinson, Diana Silvers, Lamar Johnson, Natalia del Riego, Lucas Till, Aisling Franciosi, Toby Hemingway, Michael Greyeyes, Ryan Hurst, Katelyn Wells, Clayton Cardenas, Elle-Maija Tailfeathers, Brían F. O'Byrne, Marc Menchaca, Patton Oswalt, Michael Ornstein, Jonathan Koensgen, Jack Doolan, Michiel Huisman, Haig Sutherland, and Sarah Grace White.

The Abandons premieres on Netflix on Dec. 4.

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T-Mobile makes 911 emergency texting free and brings it to AT&T and Verizon

How-To Geek - Wed, 11/05/2025 - 18:23

You can breathe a little easier the next time you hike far outside of cell service. T-Mobile is making its Starlink-powered emergency texting to 911 free and open to everyone—including AT&T and Verizon customers.

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How to watch Qarabag vs. Chelsea online for free

Mashable - Wed, 11/05/2025 - 18:16

TL;DR: Live stream Qarabag vs. Chelsea in the Champions League for free on Virgin Media Player. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

Qarabag have surprised a lot of fans in this Champions League campaign, with six points after two games and only behind Chelsea on goal difference. They'll be coming into this matchup as underdogs, but Chelsea won't be relishing a midweek trip to Azerbaijan.

If you want to watch Qarabag vs. Chelsea in the Champions League from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is Qarabag vs. Chelsea?

Qarabag vs. Chelsea in the Champions League kicks off at 5:45 p.m. GMT on Nov. 5. This fixture takes place at the Tofiq Bahramov Republican Stadium.

How to watch Qarabag vs. Chelsea for free

Qarabag vs. Chelsea is available to live stream for free on Virgin Media Player.

Virgin Media 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, meaning you can unblock Virgin Media Player to stream the Champions League for free from anywhere in the world.

Live stream Qarabag vs. Chelsea for free 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 Ireland

  4. Visit Virgin Media Player

  5. Watch Qarabag vs. Chelsea for free from anywhere in the world

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The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but most do offer free-trials or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can access free live streams of the Champions League without actually spending anything. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream Qarabag vs. Chelsea (plus more Champions League fixtures) before recovering your investment.

What is the best VPN for Virgin Media Player?

ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport on Virgin Media Player, for a number of reasons:

  • Servers in 105 countries including Ireland

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

  • Strict no-logging policy so your data is secure

  • Fast connection speeds free from throttling

  • Up to eight simultaneous connections

  • 30-day money-back guarantee

A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $99.95 and includes an extra three months for free — 49% off for a limited time. This plan includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.95 (with money-back guarantee).

Live stream Qarabag vs. Chelsea in the Champions League for free with ExpressVPN.

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How to watch Newcastle vs. Athletic Club online for free

Mashable - Wed, 11/05/2025 - 18:16

TL;DR: Live stream Newcastle vs. Athletic Club in the Champions League for free on Virgin Media Player. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

This round of Champions League fixtures showcases some really interesting matchups, including Newcastle vs. Athletic Club. The Spanish side are in need of a victory after securing three points from the first three games. Newcastle are in much better shape — a win at home should safeguard their place in the top eight.

If you want to watch Newcastle vs. Athletic Club in the Champions League from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is Newcastle vs. Athletic Club?

Newcastle vs. Athletic Club in the Champions League kicks off at 8 p.m. GMT on Nov. 5. This fixture takes place at St James' Park.

How to watch Newcastle vs. Athletic Club for free

Newcastle vs. Athletic Club is available to live stream for free on Virgin Media Player.

Virgin Media 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, meaning you can unblock Virgin Media Player to stream the Champions League for free from anywhere in the world.

Live stream Newcastle vs. Athletic Club for free 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 Ireland

  4. Visit Virgin Media Player

  5. Watch Newcastle vs. Athletic Club for free from anywhere in the world

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The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but most do offer free-trials or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can access free live streams of the Champions League without actually spending anything. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream Newcastle vs. Athletic Club (plus more Champions League fixtures) before recovering your investment.

What is the best VPN for Virgin Media Player?

ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport on Virgin Media Player, for a number of reasons:

  • Servers in 105 countries including Ireland

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

  • Strict no-logging policy so your data is secure

  • Fast connection speeds free from throttling

  • Up to eight simultaneous connections

  • 30-day money-back guarantee

A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $99.95 and includes an extra three months for free — 49% off for a limited time. This plan includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.95 (with money-back guarantee).

Live stream Newcastle vs. Athletic Club in the Champions League for free with ExpressVPN.

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How to watch Manchester City vs. Borussia Dortmund online for free

Mashable - Wed, 11/05/2025 - 18:16

TL;DR: Live stream Manchester City vs. Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League for free on RTÉ Player. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

The Champions League group stage is taking shape, with both Manchester City and Borussia Dortmund looking strong in the early stages. Manchester City and Borussia Dortmund are tied on seven points after three fixtures, and now face each other in Manchester. Can Erling Haaland continue his fine form and score against his old side?

If you want to watch Manchester City vs. Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is Manchester City vs. Borussia Dortmund?

Manchester City vs. Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League kicks off at 8 p.m. GMT on Nov. 5. This fixture takes place at the Etihad Stadium.

How to watch Manchester City vs. Borussia Dortmund for free

Manchester City vs. Borussia Dortmund is available to live stream for free on RTÉ Player.

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, meaning you can unblock RTÉ Player to stream the Champions League for free from anywhere in the world.

Live stream Manchester City vs. Borussia Dortmund for free 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 Ireland

  4. Visit RTÉ Player

  5. Watch Manchester City vs. Borussia Dortmund for free from anywhere in the world

Opens in a new window Credit: ExpressVPN ExpressVPN (1-Month Plan) $12.95 only at ExpressVPN (with money-back guarantee) Get Deal

The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but most do offer free-trials or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can access free live streams of the Champions League without actually spending anything. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream Manchester City vs. Borussia Dortmund (plus more Champions League fixtures) before recovering your investment.

What is the best VPN for RTÉ Player?

ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport on RTÉ Player, for a number of reasons:

  • Servers in 105 countries including Ireland

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

  • Strict no-logging policy so your data is secure

  • Fast connection speeds free from throttling

  • Up to eight simultaneous connections

  • 30-day money-back guarantee

A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $99.95 and includes an extra three months for free — 49% off for a limited time. This plan includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.95 (with money-back guarantee).

Watch Manchester City vs. Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League for free with ExpressVPN.

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Critics hate Alls Fair, but the internet has other thoughts

Mashable - Wed, 11/05/2025 - 18:11

Ryan Murphy's Kim Kardashian-led divorce drama All's Fair landed with a critical thud on Tuesday. As of writing this, it's sitting at zero percent on Rotten Tomatoes, although that's notably with only nine reviews, as TV critics did not receive screeners ahead of time.

Those reviews label All's Fair "unwatchable" and "existentially terrible," which you wouldn't necessarily expect from a project whose cast includes celebrated actors like Glenn Close, Naomi Watts, Niecy Nash, Sarah Paulson, and Teyana Taylor. (Again, Kardashian is the lead.) Yet they're all on the right track. All's Fair is a dull misfire, one whose attempts at camp are so forced you can practically see the cogs turning in Murphy's head as he tries to recreate the highs of American Horror Story: Coven and Scream Queens. All's Fair dialogue aims for but sorely misses the meme-worthy bite of, say, Constance Langdon declaring, "There's not going to be a swimming pool, you stupid slut!" or Madison Montgomery's "Surprise, bitch."

SEE ALSO: 'All's Fair's most WTF lines of dialogue

Still, for every critically panned piece of media, there's a movement to appreciate it. That movement is already in full swing on the internet, where people are praising the show as fun camp and cracking up at some of the show's most ridiculous lines and acting choices.

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So, is All's Fair so bad it's good? Or is it just downright bad? You'd have to check it out to judge for yourself, but might I suggest just scrolling through the show's most scathing quotes on social media instead? I'd usually never advocate for that method of watching TV, but bite-size compilations of these "shocking" one-liners are clearly what All's Fair was built for.

The first three episodes of All's Fair are now streaming on Hulu, with new episodes every Tuesday.

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Stay charged up with the Bluetti Laptop Battery Power Bank at its lowest price yet

Mashable - Wed, 11/05/2025 - 18:08

SAVE $160.01: As of Nov. 5, get the Bluetti Laptop Battery Power Bank for $138.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $299. That's a discount of 54% and the lowest price we've seen.

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If you ever find yourself somewhere without a way to recharge your devices, a power bank should be next on your "must purchase" list. Not only can it help you make sure you have some electricity should there be an outage, but it's super convenient and easy to tote around with you for the sake of being prepared. And you can get a good one to do just that with right now at Amazon for a startlingly low price.

As of Nov. 5, get the Bluetti Laptop Battery Power Bank for $138.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $299. That's $160.01 off and a discount of 54%. It's also the lowest price we've seen.

SEE ALSO: EcoFlow just launched two new Rapid power banks to keep you charged up from anywhere

This 160W portable charger has 12 connectors, so it can support 90% of laptops. It also features 160W DC and dual 100W USB-C ports, so all of your items have support if you need to charge a variety of devices. That includes laptops, tablets, phones, and much more, all of which you can use while charging. The charger's maximum device output of 288W gives you 4 to do what you want with, simultaneously.

And you don't even have to worry about spending all day locked to the charger. It can get devices back up to speed in just 2 hours thanks to its charging and discharging at the same time. All this, and it's small enough to fit in your pocket, backpack, or stay at your camp or vehicle for when you need it next.

If you don't have a power bank just yet, this is one to grab while it's this cheap. Be sure you snag it while it's still on sale.

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4 awesome (and practical) things you can do with a terminal on Android

How-To Geek - Wed, 11/05/2025 - 18:00

We mostly use our phones in "app mode." We tap an app and launch it in a separate window to get things done. For most people, that's how computers work, too, because even desktops are app-centric now. However, there's another way to control your computer or phone, and that's with a terminal window. I'm going to try and convince you why a terminal on your phone is worth it.

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Louvre video security password was ‘louvre,’ report reveals

Mashable - Wed, 11/05/2025 - 17:43

There's a well-worn joke that every time you have to create a new password it must include some inane 60-character combination that includes a lowercase letter, an uppercase letter, a number, a symbol, the blood of a unicorn, and your firstborn's name, all without resembling or rhyming with the last 18 passwords you've used. This joke was not employed for the password of the Louvre security system, apparently.

In the aftermath of a major art heist at the Louvre museum in Paris, in which thieves stole $102 million worth of centuries-old crown jewels, we've discovered that the password for video surveillance system was "Louvre," a report by French newspaper Libération showed. I'm not joking: The password for the security system at the most visited museum in the world, with over 500,000 works in its collection, is the name of the museum. If this were in a movie, we'd say it was too silly to believe.

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Of course, this is quite funny to me, personally, and to many other people online. But it's also a great reminder that you should probably update your password — lest you have all your valuables stolen.

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The new Lego Clone Wars MTT is todays Best Buy Drop, and its $30 off

Mashable - Wed, 11/05/2025 - 17:40

BUY IT FOR $129.99: The Lego Star Wars: Battle of Felucia Separatist MTT (75435) is today's Best Buy Drop, and the price is $129.99 (down from $159.99). It's still $159.99 at the Lego website, so this is your chance to grab it at a discount.

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If you're a Lego collector or a big Star Wars: The Clone Wars fan, today's Best Buy Drop is for you. The featured item is the new Lego Star Wars: Battle of Felucia Separatist MTT (75435), and Best Buy is dropping the price to $129.99. That's a $30 discount, and it's the best price you'll find for this set anywhere.

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But, there's a catch: With Best Buy Drops, you can't just go to the website. Even though the deal is live right now (it went live at 11 a.m. ET), it's only available through the Best Buy mobile app. You'll need to download the app and tap on the "Drops" tab (it's usually at the top of the screen) to find the sale. It's free to download and create an account, but you'll want to move fast, since these limited drops can sell out within minutes.

This 976-piece Clone Wars set has tons of cool features, but the main gimmick is a droid deployment rack that you activate with a knob (it literally pushes out a row of Battle Droids from the front hatch). You can even unclip the droids from the rack, just like in the show. The side panels also fold up to show inside the pilot cockpit, and it has hidden wheels so it looks like it's hovering when you push it.

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Need a small budget TV? The Hisense 40-inch A4 FHD Fire TV is on sale for only $120

Mashable - Wed, 11/05/2025 - 17:34

SAVE $90: As of Nov. 5, the Hisense 40-inch A4 FHD Fire TV is on sale for only $119.99 at Amazon and Best Buy. That's almost 43% off its usual $209.99 list price and cheaper than it was during Amazon's October Prime Day event.

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You don't need to spend $1,000+ to get a decent TV. Sure, we love high-end models from LG and Samsung, but budget brands like Hisense offer quality at a much lower cost. If you just want a TV that has the basics, fits seamlessly into a smaller space, and won't break the bank, check out this deal on a 40-inch Hisense Fire TV.

As of Nov. 5, the Hisense 40-inch A4 FHD Fire TV is on sale for only $119.99 (yes, really) at both Amazon and Best Buy. That's $90 off its list price of $209.99, which, for some reason, Amazon has deflated to sell the deal short. That's also just $2 shy of its best price ever and beats the October Prime Day price by $13.

This TV isn't going to win any awards, but it will get the job done. It features a 40-inch LED-backlit screen with an FHD resolution of 1920 x 1080p. It's far from the best resolution you can get, but for a budget TV, it's just fine. Where it shines is its smart features. For the price, it's surprising that the A4 model features built-in Alexa. Just press and ask Alexa to find a specific show, launch your favorite streaming app, check sports scores, set timers, and more. As a Fire TV, you'll have all of your favorite apps at your fingertips and can even customize different profiles to suit each person in your household.

If you're looking to spend the least amount possible on a small-ish TV for your bedroom, garage, kid's room, dorm, or office, the Hisense 40-inch A4 FHD Fire TV is hard to beat at only $119.99.

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