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Matt Yan

Government Workers Who Have Lost Their Jobs Worry About Their Housing

The abrupt firings have left federal workers and contractors throughout the country in flux, with many distressed over how they will pay the mortgage or rent.

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Tracy Mumford, Will Jarvis, Ian Stewart, Jessica Metzger and Constant Méheut

A Showdown on Ukraine, and a Judge Says DOGE Might Be Unconstitutional

Plus, Roberta Flack remembered.

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Constant Méheut

Facing Trump’s Hostility, Ukraine Weighs Its Options. But They Are Few.

There is a broad reckoning in Ukraine: Washington can no longer be relied upon as a supporter. But Kyiv still has agency on the battlefield and can seek increased support from Europe.

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Chris Buckley and Amy Chang Chien

Taiwan Watches Trump Undercut Ukraine, Hoping It Won’t Be Next

As President Trump turns toward Russia, Taiwan grapples with its reliance on U.S. support in the face of conflict with China.

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Noah Shachtman

This Russian Tech Bro Helped Steal $93 Million and Landed in US Prison. Then Putin Called

In the epic US-Russian prisoner swap last summer, Vladimir Putin brought home an assassin, spies, and another prized ally: the man behind one of the biggest insider trading cases of all time.

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Reece Rogers

‘OpenAI’ Job Scam Targeted International Workers Through Telegram

An alleged job scam, led by “Aiden” from “OpenAI,” recruited workers in Bangladesh for months before disappearing overnight, according to FTC complaints obtained by WIRED.

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NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for February 25

Connections: Sports Edition is a new 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...

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NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for February 25, 2025

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 —...

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I never see Pokémon TCG Obsidian Flames in stock, but Best Buy has them right now

AVAILABLE TODAY: As of Feb. 25, Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet — Obsidian Flames six-pack booster bundle is available for $26.94 at Best Buy. This set includes some of the most sought-after Charizard ex cards, and it’s typically hard to find in stock.

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Always losing your keys? This Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 is under $16 right now.

SAVE OVER $14: As of Feb. 25, the Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 is on sale for $15.96 at Amazon, down from $29.99. If you’re always misplacing your keys, wallet, or luggage, this tiny Bluetooth tracker will save you some serious stress.

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This 4-pack of Tile Mate trackers is 30% off

SAVE $24: As of Feb. 25, the Tile Mate Bluetooth Tracker four-pack is on sale for $55.99 at Amazon, down from $79.99. If you are always misplacing your keys, bags, or even your phone, this deal will save you some serious frustration.

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How trans people use technology to fight back against aggression

"Technology is anything that extends your agency," posits Allucquére Rosanne "Sandy" Stone, a foundational trans studies pioneer and digital performance artist included in Trans Technologies, a new book from MIT Press written by trans academic Oliver Haimson. Technology, then, is a near boundless way to intervene in the challenges of every day life, to make it better. But what happens when those in power try to dictate those terms, and attempt to use technology to strip individual agency?

As...

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This $50 tablet is a solid find for kids and teens

TL;DR: Get a Lenovo 10E Chromebook Tablet on sale for $49.99 (reg. $199). 

Tablets are great for kids who are old enough to use them, but do you remember how you treated your toys when you were a kid? How long until that expensive iPad gets used as a pickleball paddle? No, of course, the tablet had gum in the charging port when you gave it to them. 

When you're giving kids technology like tablets, it's nice to start off with something cheap enough to replace but powerful enough to enjoy....

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Three of these universal power banks are on sale for $65

TL;DR: Recharge on the go with a three-pack of Snap-N-Charge 10W Universal Power Banks, on sale for $64.99 (reg. $89). 

A dead battery at the wrong time can ruin your day. If you have a cable with you, you might be able to track down an outlet, but then you have to park there until you have enough power to leave. A simpler alternative is to get a portable power bank that works with all of your devices. 

The Snap-N-Charge is a 3,000mAh 10W universal power bank that can connect with almost any...

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Love wine? Now you can get 18 bottles for $70

TL;DR: Get 18 bottles of red, white, or mixed wines shipped to your door from Swirl Wine Shop for $69.97. Sale ends March 30. 

Wine lovers, this one's for you. 

Swirl Wine Shop just dropped the price for a one-time shipment of 18 bottles of red, white, or mixed wines. Usually, it'd be $270, but now it's only $69.97 (that's not going to last much longer). Details below. 

18 bottles of wine delivered to your doorstep

First things first, this isn't a subscription. It's a one-time shipment, and...

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This is what happens when you actually know how to use Excel

TL;DR: You can get seven online Excel training courses for $34.99 (reg. $140) — that’s only $5 per course.

Struggling with spreadsheets might seem like a small problem until you realize just how much time you’re wasting clicking around and hoping for the best. Whether you’re budgeting, tracking inventory, or organizing schedules, learning how to use Excel can simplify it all.

Right now, you’re probably Googling how to navigate every problem that comes up — instead, take these...

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How to watch Inter Miami vs. Sporting KC online for free

TL;DR: Live stream Inter Miami vs. Sporting KC in the Concacaf Champions Cup for free on Tubi. Access this free streaming service from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

Lionel Messi marked his first Concacaf Champions Cup game with a goal, securing a 1-0 victory over Sporting KC in the opening leg of their first-round matchup. Now the action heads to Miami for the second leg, with everything hanging in the balance.

If you want to watch Inter Miami vs. Sporting KC in the Concacaf Champions...

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How to watch LAFC vs. Colorado Rapids online for free

TL;DR: Live stream LAFC vs. Colorado Rapids in the Concacaf Champions Cup for free on Tubi. Access this free streaming service from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

The first round of the Concacaf Champions Cup has showcased some really interesting matchups, but LAFC vs. Colorado Rapids might be the most difficult to call. The Rapids won the first leg 2-1, but they've got to defend that lead away from home in the second leg.

If you want to watch LAFC vs. Colorado Rapids in the Concacaf...

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Spacecraft swoops around moon to prepare for landing, snaps footage

The Blue Ghost spacecraft is on track for the big show.

The 6.6-foot-tall lander will attempt to touch down in Mare Crisium, a lava-covered basin on the moon's near side, on March 2. Mission controllers at Texas-based Firefly Aerospace have successfully fired thrusters to enter a lower orbit around the moon, in preparation for the much-anticipated landing event. The company released footage Blue Ghost captured during one of these recent orbital maneuvers.

What's more, you can catch two...

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Mobile Pixels just dropped an 8-port monitor riser, and its on sale

TL;DR: Raise your monitor and augment your workspace with the Mobile Pixels Aluminum Monitor Riser and 8-Port Docking Hub on sale for $129.99 with code POWER20.

It's hard to pay attention to your posture when you're focused on work, but it's important. The only problem is it's kind of hard to sit up straight when your monitor sits so low on your desk. The solution isn't to get a taller desk. Mobile Pixels makes an aluminum Monitor Riser with a built-in 8-port docking hub. And instead of...

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