Looking forthe most recentMini Crossword answer?Click here for today's Mini Crossword hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Wordle, Strands, Connections and Connections: Sports Edition puzzles.Today'sNYT Mini Crosswordisn't too tough (especially if you love the movie Inside Out like I do). But it does throw one of those curveballs where you need to solve 1-Across and 5-Across in order to get the full clue for 8-Across, which is annoying. Need some more help with today's Mini Crossword? Read on. And if you could use some hints and guidance for daily solving, check out our Mini Crossword tips.The Mini Crossword is just one of many games in the Times' games collection. If you're looking for today's Wordle, Connections, Connections: Sports Edition and Strands answers, you can visitCNET's NYT puzzle hints page.Read more: Tips and Tricks for Solving The New York Times Mini CrosswordLet's get at those Mini Crossword clues and answers. The completed NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for Feb. 18, 2025. NYT/Screenshot by CNETMini across clues and answers1A clue: Urban green spaceAnswer: PARK5A clue: Place to store computer filesAnswer: DRIVE6A clue: "Inside Out" girlAnswer: RILEY7A clue: The "E" of E.M.T.: Abbr.Answer: EMER8A clue: Word that can follow 1- and 5-Across to make locales for carsAnswer: WAYMini down clues and answers1D clue: ___ donnaAnswer: PRIMA2D clue: Alvin of danceAnswer: AILEY3D clue: One going cross-country in a camper, for shortAnswer: RVER4D clue: Escape room itemAnswer: KEY5D clue: Played a round of PictionaryAnswer: DREWHow to play more Mini CrosswordsThe New York Times Games section offers a large number of online games, but only some of them are free for all to play. You can play the current day's Mini Crossword for free, but you'll need a subscription to the Times Games section to play older puzzles from the archives.

Here's every song included.Nintendo's weekly 'Nintendo Music' app releases continue and the latest one to join the collection is the StreetPass Mii Plaza soundtrack, which originally debuted on the 3DS.This album includes 39 tracks and has a runtime of 1 hour and 23 minutes in total. You'll be able to listen to the boot up theme, the memorable main themes, the 'Salesbunny' song, and much more. Here's the full tracklist:Read the full article on nintendolife.com

Update: Here's every game at this year's event.The world's biggest fighting game tournament EVO is scheduled to announce this year's US game line up next week on 14th January, but it seems it might have already been revealed.In other words, if you would rather find out in the official broadcast, navigate away from this page right now. Otherwise, here's the lineup which seems to have been accidentally revealed in the scheduled live-stream's thumbnail image on YouTube.Read the full article on nintendolife.com

Elon Musks AI company, xAI, released its latest flagship AI model, Grok 3, late Monday night, along with new capabilities in the Grok apps for iOS and the web. Grok, xAIs answer to models like OpenAIsGPT-4oand GooglesGemini, can analyze images and respond to questions, and powers a number of features on Musks social network, X. Grok 3, which has been in development for several months, wasoptimistically slatedfor release in 2024, but missed that deadline. Mondays is an ambitious launch.xAI has been using an enormous data center in Memphis a data center containing around 200,000 GPUs to train Grok 3. In aposton X, Musk claimed that Grok 3 was developed with 10x more computing than Grok 2, its predecessor, and with an expanded training data set that ostensibly includesfilings from court cases.Image Credits:xAIGrok 3 is an order of magnitude more capable than Grok 2, Musk said during a live-streamed presentation Monday. [Its a] maximally truth-seeking AI, even if that truth is sometimes at odds with what is politically correct.Grok 3 is a family of models, to be precise not just one. A smaller version of Grok 3, Grok 3 mini, responds to questions more quickly at the cost of some accuracy. Not all models are available as of yet, but the rollout begins Monday.xAI claims that Grok 3 beats GPT-4o on benchmarks including AIME, which evaluates a models performanceon a sampling of math questions, and GPQA, which tests models with PhD-level physics, biology, and chemistry questions. An early version of Grok 3 also scored competitively in Chatbot Arena, a crowdsourced test that pits different AI models against each other and has users vote on their preferred responses, according to xAI.Image Credits:xAITwo variations of Grok 3, Grok 3 Reasoning and Grok 3 mini Reasoning, can carefully think through problems, similar to reasoning models like OpenAIs o3-mini and Chinese AI company DeepSeeks R1. Reasoning models thoroughly fact-check themselves before giving out results, whichhelps themavoid some of thepitfallsthat normally trip up models. xAI claims that Grok 3 Reasoning surpasses the best version of o3-mini o3-mini high on several popular benchmarks, including a newer mathematics benchmark called AIME 2025. Image Credits:xAIThe reasoning models can be accessed via the Grok app. Users can ask Grok 3 to think, or for more difficult questions leverage Big Brain mode for additional, more careful reasoning. xAI describes the modes as best suited for mathematics-, science-, and coding-related questions. Musk said that some of the reasoning process is being obscured to prevent distillation, a method used by AI model developers to extract knowledge from another model. Recently, Chinese AI company DeepSeek was accused of distilling OpenAIs models to create its own.Groks reasoning mode joins another new feature called DeepSearch, xAIs answer to AI-powered deep research tools like OpenAIs Deep Research. DeepSearch scans the internet and X to analyze information and deliver an abstract in response to a query. Subscribers to Xs Premium+ subscription will get Grok 3 first, and other features are gated behind a subscription that xAIs calling SuperGrok. Priced at $30 per month or $300 per year, SuperGrok unlocks additional reasoning and DeepSearch queries and throws in unlimited image generation. Image Credits:xAIIn the future as soon as about a week from now Grok will gain a voice mode, Musk said. A few weeks later, the Grok 3 models will arrive in xAIs enterprise API, along with the DeepSearch feature. And a few months after that, xAI will open-source Grok 2, Musk said. Our general approach is that we will open-source the last version [of Grok], when the next version is fully out, Musk said. When Grok 3 is mature and stable, which is probably within a few months, then well open-source Grok 2.When Musk announced Grok roughly two years ago, he pitched the AI as edgy, unfiltered, and anti-woke in general, willing to answer controversial questions other AI systems wont. He delivered on some of that promise. Told to be vulgar, for example, Grok and Grok 2 would happily oblige, spewing colorful language you likely wouldnt hear fromChatGPT.But Grok models prior to Grok 3hedgedon political subjects and wont crosscertain boundaries. In fact,one studyfound that Grok leaned to the political left on topics like transgender rights, diversity programs, and inequality.Musk has blamed the behavior on Groks training data public web pages andpledgedto shift Grok closer to politically neutral. Its not clear yet whether xAI achieved that goal.

ZDNETPresidents' Day is over, but plenty of retailers from Amazon to Walmart are still taking advantage of the holiday by offering deals and discounts on even the most popular products, including Best Buy.You still can shop savings on laptops, TVs, and other top tech. These are my favoritePresidents' Daydeals, which I sourced with help from ZDNET's team of experts, that you can still score atBest Buy now, even after Presidents' Day is over.Shop more deals at Best BuyMy favorite Best Buy Presidents' Day deals still liveSony Bravia X90L TV: Save up to $2,000: Sony's Bravia X90L TV is editor-in-chief Jason Hiner's pick for the best TV for the money, and right now every display size is on sale at Best Buy, starting with the 55-inch model for $1,000.Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Kids: $140 (save $40): This kid-friendly version of the Kindle Paperwhite has a larger 7-inch and glare-free display for easier reading.GoPro Hero13 Black Camera Bundle: $380 (save $70): Expert Adrian Kingsley-Hughes says the GoPro Hero13 Black is the action camera to beat in his review, and right now, you can snag a full bundle offer for $380, a great value considering the Hero13 camera alone sells for $400 regular price. This kit includes the camera, battery, a mount and accessories, and a USB-C cable.Shark FlexStyle Hair Styler: $250 (save $50): If you're not convinced of the Dyson Airwrap's price even with a discount, Shark's flagship competitor is on sale for under $300.Apple iPad Air 11-inch M2: $499 (save $100): This iPad Air is powered by the older M2 chip, which is still 50% faster than the previous M1 iteration. Plus, this price matches one of the lowest offers we've seen since Black Friday, making it a great time to score some winter savings.Sony WH-1000XM4 Headphones: $250 (save $100): TheSony XM4headphones are not the newest model to hit the market, but they're still a great purchase if you're looking for premium sound. Plus, if you're eyeing the newest XM5 model, they're on sale as well for $329, but keep in mind that this model doesn't fold up.Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones: $349 (save $80): Expert reviewer Prakhar Khannaprefers the QuietComfort Ultraheadphones over the popular Sony XM5's for traveling, and right now they're $100 off, selling for the same price we saw during Black Friday.Apple AirTag 4-Pack: $70 (save $29): Perhaps one of ZDNET's favorite recurring deals of all-time, right now you cansave 29% on a four pack of Apple's handy AirTag trackers, which make finding your keys, wallet, purse, and more easier. Plus, this offer matches the lowest price this bundle typically sells for throughout the year, so you can't go wrong.Best Buy Presidents' Day tech deals Matthew Miller/ZDNETBose Ultra Open Earbuds: $229 (save $70): Expert Nina Raemont says these are thebest earbuds she's ever run in, and right now they're 23% off, $20 better savings than those offered during Black Friday.Apple AirPods Max (Lightning): $470 (save $80): The lightning iteration of Apple's popular AirPods Max headphones are on sale at Best Buy for $80 off. Plus, swipe up theUSB-C modelon sale for $480, too.Apple iPad Air 13-inch M2: $699 (save $100): If you're eyeing the larger iPad Air model, lucky for you that's on sale for a same-as-Black Friday price, too. This model also features the M2 chip, but has a slightly larger screen display.Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M4: $1,099 (save $100): Apple's best iPad is on sale for $100 off, too, though this iPad is pretty pricey compared to previous years' iterations. However, you do get the most powerful chip to date, the M4, as well as a tandem OLED display and double the storage as the standard model.Apple Pencil Pro: $99 (save $30): The newest ApplePencil Prois on sale for $30 off, but Apple products don't see discounts often, and this is the best price you can nab right now for this model, especially if you're looking to pair it with a 2024 iPad Pro.iPad 10th Gen: $279 (save $70): This $279 iPad deal is the model editor-in-chief Jason Hinerrecommends to most people, and it's 20% off.Ring Battery Doorbell: $60 (save $40): The newest 2024 Ring battery doorbell is 40% off now, and features head-to-toe video, two-way talk, and full motion detection.Arlo Pro 5S Camera 3-Pack Set: $200 (save $300): Home tech expert Maria Diaz likedthis Arlo camera's great batteryand image quality, but thought it was a tad pricey. This $300 off deal remedies that.Ring Wired Doorbell Pro: $180 (save $50): This Ring wired doorbell option is 22% off right now, and it's ZDNET's top pick for the best wired Ring doorbell.Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro: $200 (save $50): If you prefer Android gear, the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are also on sale. Swipe up this pair for 20% off and grab top features like noise cancellation, real time interpretation, sound optimization and more.Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds: $249 (save $50): ZDNET readers snag these Bose earbuds quick when they go on sale, and for good reason. Expert Nina Raemont calls these "the best noise-canceling earbuds on the market," and right now they're $70 off.Best Buy Presidents' Day laptop deals Kyle Kucharski/ZDNETApple MacBook Air 13-inch M2: $799 (save $200): Although not the newest Air model (that would be the M3 iteration), the MacBook Air M2 is still a great laptop for most people thanks to its clear display, 18-hour battery life, and comfortable size. Scoring a MacBook under $1,000 is always a great buy in our book.Apple MacBook Air 13-inch M3: $899 (save $200): If you are looking to purchase the newest Air model, the MacBook Air M3 is it. Right now it is also $200 off, and although we saw it for $50 lower during the holiday season, this is still a significant amount of savings for an Apple product.Lenovo IdeaPad: $330 (save $270): Built with Windows 11 and an Intel 12-gen core i5 processor, this laptop is thin and compact and gets up to 11 hours of battery life.Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch M4: $1,499 (save $100): The M4 MacBook Pro is the newest model on the market with the most powerful chip yet. Right now, it's 100 off, bringing it close in price to the previous MacBook Pro M3 model. If you're looking to upgrade your laptop and had plans to jump to the M3, now's a great time to score an M4.Microsoft Surface Laptop: $750 (save $250): This Microsoft laptop has a stylish form factor and a marathon battery life per expert Kyle Kucharski, and right now it's $250 off.Lenovo Yoga 7i: $550 (save $350): This Lenovo 2-in-1 model can easily flip between a tablet and a laptop. It features a handy 14-inch display, Dolby Atmos sound, and more.HP Envy 2-in-1: $450 (save $400): This laptop has built-in AI technology to run AI applications more smoothly so you can better multi-task. Plus HP Fast Charge allows you to go from 0% to 50% charge in around 45 minutes.ASUS Chromebook Plus: $349 (save $150): This laptop is built with Google AI, and you get 12 months of the Google One AI Premium plan for free, along with 2TB of additional storage when you buy.Asus ROG Zephyrus G16: $1,080 (save $520): A high-end laptop for both gaming and content creation. With a 165Hz refresh rate, RTX 4070 graphics card, and 512GB SSD.Lenovo Legion Pro 5i: $1,300 (save $200): A mid-range gaming laptop built with a 14th gen Intel Core i9 and RTX 4060 graphics card.Asus Vivobook S 14: $550 (save $400): An excellent laptop for students, office work, and casual use with an OLED display, Intel Core Ultra 5 processor, and 512GB SSD.Lenovo LOQ 15: $650 (save $150): An entry-level gaming laptop with an AMD Ryzen 5 7235HS processor, Nvidia RTX 3050 GPU, and a 512GB SSD.Best Buy Presidents' Day TV deals Kerry Wan/ZDNETSamsung The Terrace Partial Sun 75-inch Class QLED 4K TV: $5,000 (save $1,500): Samsung's popular The Terrace TV is $1,500 off right now, and is the perfect pick for an outdoor setting thanks to its weatherproof design.LG 65-inch Class C4 Series OLED: $1,500 (save $300 at Best Buy): This TV has AI-assisted deep learning that analyzes what you're watching to choose the best picture and sound setting for your content.Samsung 75-inch Class DU6950 Crystal 4K Smart TV: $500 (save $250): One of Best Buy's top-selling deals right now, this 75-inch Samsung TV offers 4K resolution, superior brightness, and high contrast colors. It's on sale for over $200 off.Insignia F30 43-inch Series Smart Fire TV: $150 (save $50): Another top-selling offer, this Insignia TV just got a little more budget-friendly thanks to a $50 off deal. It features an LED display and 4K resolution, and is a great size for dorms, offices and more.Sonos Arc 5.0.2 Channel Soundbar: $650 (save $251): This smart soundbar will hook you up with Dolby Atmos and clear, crisp sound for your at home setup. Right now, save over $250.TCL 55-inch Class QM7 4K UHD: $500 (save $300): TCL's High Brightness ULTRA Direct LED Backlight produces up to 2,400+ nits peak brightness for dazzling specular highlights, perfect for any viewing environment.Samsung S84D 77-inch OLED: $1,800 (save $1,500): Samsung's lower-end OLED TV offers signature picture quality and object tracking sound at a more affordable price.Roku Pro 65-inch: $800 (save $400): The popular streaming platform's flagship Mini-LED TV supports AMD Freesync Premium Pro VRR for console gaming, Dolby Atmos, and Dolby Vision IQ.Best Buy Presidents' Day appliance deals Daniella Ramirez/ZDNETDyson V15 Detect Extra Cordless Vacuum + 10 Accessories: $600 (save $200): Dyson vacuums are always popular buys during sale events, and right now you can snag the Dyson V15 Detect cordless stick vaccum, as well as 10 accessories for $200 off. This is managing editor Alison DeNisco Rayome's favorite model, too.LG 7.4 Cu. Ft. Stackable Smart Electric Dryer: $900 (save $250): This energy-efficient dryer features a spacious drum, TurboSteam technology to reduce wrinkles and odors, and AI technology that automatically selects optimal drying settings for enhanced fabric care and convenience.Samsung AutoRelease Dry Smart Built-In Stainless Steel Dishwasher: $700 (save $290): Quiet operation (42 dBA), fingerprint-resistant finish, and powerful cleaning from the StormWash+ system makes this deal a win.Insignia 13.8 Cu. Ft. Garage Ready Upright Freezer: $500 (save $250): This stainless steel, energy-efficient storage solution isn't just a freezer; it features adjustable shelves and door bins, temperature alarm and auto-defrost functionality, and the ability to convert between freezer and refrigerator modes.LG 28.7 Cu. Ft. French Door Refrigerator: $1,500 (save $489): With its dual ice maker, IcePlus acceleration technology, and Smart Cooling system, this 3-door refrigerator/freezer offers ample storage and advanced features at a great discount. Whirlpool 24.6 Cu. Ft. Side-by-Side Stainless Steel Refrigerator: $1,100 (save $520): As a spacious and energy-efficient refrigerator, it features adjustable glass shelves, a built-in water and ice dispenser, and a fingerprint-resistant finish.GE 27 Cu. Ft.French Door Refrigeator: $1,500 (save $660): This spacious fridge comes with a filtered water dispenser as well as two humidity-controlled drawers that ensure your fruits and vegetables stay fresh for a long time.Samsung High-Efficiency Front Load Washer: $800 (save $325): This smart washer lets you remotely stop and start a load via the SmartThings App, and is equipped with Super Speed Wash, which powerfully cleans a full load of laundry in just 28 minutes.Samsung 6.3 cu.ft. slide-in induction range: $1,000 (save $2,105): A sleek, stainless steel induction top range with Wi-Fi connectivity and Air Fry function. When is Presidents' Day? Presidents' Day is always celebrated on the third Monday of February. This year, it fell on Feb. 17, 2025,just a few days after Valentine's Day. Show more How did we choose these deals? ZDNET only writes about deals we want to buy -- devices and products we desire, need, or would recommend. Our experts looked for deals that were at least 20% off (or are hardly ever on sale), using established price comparison tools and trackers to determine whether the deal is actually on sale and how frequently it drops.We also looked over customer reviews to find out what matters to real people who already own and use the deals we're recommending. Our recommendations may also be based on our own testing -- in addition to extensive research and comparison shopping. The goal is to deliver the most accurate advice to help you shop smarter. Show more When will these deals expire? Best Buy's Presidents' Day sale is expected to run from Feb. 10-17, but it's likely some of these deals may hang around a bit after that, especially at competing retailers. However, if there's something you're eyeing, we'd recommend scooping it up now.Deals are subject to sell out or expire at any time, though ZDNET remains committed to finding, sharing, and updating the best product deals for you to score the best savings. Our team of experts regularly checks in on the deals we share to ensure they are still live and obtainable. We're sorry if you've missed out on a deal, but don't fret -- we're constantly finding new chances to save and sharing them with you atZDNET.com. Show more Does Amazon have a Presidents' Day sale? Yes, Amazon does offer significantsales and discountsfor Presidents' Day 2025. In fact, many of the retail giant's Presidents' Day deals are already live with sales underway, overlapping with the Amazon Valentine's Day discounts. With less than a week between the two holidays, there's lots of savings to be had for consumers. Show more ZDNET Recommends

ZDNETPresidents' Day 2025 is over, but there's still time to shop seasonal savings on home, tech, apparel, and more. Nearly every major retaileris slashing prices, even after the holiday. Perhaps one of the easiest retailers you can skim deals at? Amazon -- where you can shop for savings any time.From headphones to robot vacuums to TVs, now's your last chance to snag savings near or equal to those we saw during Cyber Week 2024 on tech, including flagship Amazon devices, Apple products, laptops, and more. The following are my favoritePresidents' Daydeals still live, which I sourced with help from ZDNET's team of experts so that you can still shop savings.Shop more deals at AmazonMy favorite Amazon Presidents' Day deals still liveApple Watch Ultra 2: $735 (save $64): For the first time since Cyber Week 2024, Amazon has dropped the price of Apple's best watch, the Ultra 2 by 8%. This sold out quickly during the holiday season, so don't miss out if you're eyeing the Apple Watch Ultra 2.Chipolo One Point Bluetooth Tracker: $20 (save $6 with promo code): Expert Adrian Kingsley-Hughes loves these Bluetooth trackers for Android, and right now they're on sale for 10% off. They also are available in multipacks, and Kingsley-Hughes says these are even better than AirTags.Magnetic USB-C Breakaway Adapter: $13 (save $4 with coupon): This handy USB-C accessory is expert Adrian Kingsley-Hughes' favorite, and makes charging devices a breeze. Right now it's on sale for under $15.Dyson Airwrap Hair Styler: $500 (save $100): Dyson's popular Airwrap styler bundle is available for $100 off for the first time since Black Friday. Plus, this deal is on the limited edition strawberry pink model.Sony Bravia X90L TV 65-inch: $998 (save $302): Sony's Bravia X90L TV is editor-in-chief Jason Hiner'spick for the best TV for the money, and right now most display sizes are on sale, starting with the 55-inch and 65-inch models for $998.Google Pixel Buds Pro 2: $199 (save $30): Audio expert Jada Jones recommends these buds over AirPods for Android users, and right now they're seeing theirfirst discountsince they released last fall.Amazfit Helio Ring: $170 (save $30): This smart ring is expert Matthew Miller's newgo-to for sleep tracking, and it's on sale for 15% off now.Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra + Free $200 Amazon Gift Card: $1,420 (save $200): You can still snag this free $200 Amazon gift card offer when you purchase the new Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, which expert Kerry Wan says is Samsung's best phone yet.Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Kids: $140 (save $40): Inspire a lifetime of reading with the Amazon Kindle Paperwhite for Kids. It includes a six-month subscription to Amazon Kids+, providing access to thousands of kid-friendly books.AirPods Pro 2: $199 (save $50): The AirPods Pro 2 are our pick for the best AirPods you can buy, and can turn into a hearing aid -- and they're on sale for 20% off.Bose Ultra Open Earbuds: $229 (save $70): Expert Nina Raemont says these are the best earbuds she's ever run in, and right now they're 23% off, $20 better savings than those offered during Black Friday.Apple AirTag 4-Pack: $70 (save $29): Perhaps one of ZDNET's favorite recurring deals of all-time, right now you can save 29% on a four pack of Apple's handy AirTag trackers, which make finding your keys, wallet, purse, and more easier. Plus, this offer matches the lowest price this bundle typically sells for throughout the year, so you can't go wrong.Sony WH-1000XM4 Headphones: $248 (save $100): The Sony XM4 headphones are not the newest model to hit the market, but they're still a great purchase if you're looking for premium sound. Right now you can save 29%.Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen): $199 (save $50): Apple's Watch SE (2nd Gen) is finally seeing a decent discount for 2025, and is back down to $199. Right now, it's still the most affordable Apple Watch out of the whole lineup, and is a great option for kids, elderly users, or first-time watch owners.Dreame X40 Ultra Robot Vacuum + Mop: $1,100 (save $600): ZDNET's pick for the best robot vacuum is on sale for nearly half off right now, and expert Maria Diaz loves it for its great mapping capabilities and 12,000Pa suction.Cosori Air Fryer: $90 (save $30): This compact air fryer not only air fries to the perfect crisp, but it also dehydrates, reheats, broils, defrosts, and more.Best Amazon Presidents' Day tech deals Kayla Solino/ZDNETSamsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE 10.9-inch Tablet: $296 (save $153): This limited-time deal on Samsung's Galaxy Tab S9 FE discounts it by 33% off. Expert Max Buondonno loved the "brilliant display," which made it the perfect entertainment tablet.Anker MagGo 3-in-1 MagSafe Wireless Charger Stand: $88 (save $23): Anker's MagGo 3-in-1 stand is perfect for Apple ecosystem users looking for a dual-purpose charger. This one folds up for travel, and is loved by expert Sabrina Ortiz for its functionality.Anker MagGo 3-in-1 MagSafe Wireless Charger Pad: $64 (save $26): If Anker's MagSafe 3-in-1 stand isn't quite your cup of tea, or you need something more portable, Anker's foldable 3-in-1 charger pad contraption should do it. It comes in four fun colors, folds up to look like a macaron, and is my favorite travel accessory for my carry-on bag. The white version is on sale for $64.Owlet Dream Sock: $239 (save $60): This FDA-cleared smart baby monitor can track pulse, sleep sessions, oxygen, and more in babies, and it's 20% off for a limited-time. Expert Maria Diaz says this was one of the best purchases she made as a new parent.Amazon Fire HD 8 Tablet: $65 (save $35): "Designed for portable entertainment", Amazon's Fire HD 8 boasts an eight-inch high-definition screen and up to a 1TB SSD for storing all of your favorite ebooks, games, and podcasts.Amazon Fire HD 10 Kids Pro Tablet: $140 (save $40): Expert Maria Diaz loves Amazon's kids tablets for their affordability and great features, and the HD 10 Pro is no different. In fact, she says its a better buy than an iPad for her kids, and it's 26% off now.Renpho Eye Massager: $60 (save $40): ZDNET's expert Allison Murray loves this Renpho eye massager to help her migraines, and right now it's on sale for 48% off.Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro: $700 (save $645): A great laptop for work or school with a 3K AMOLED touchscreen display, Intel Core 5 Ultra CPU, and 512GB SSD.Asus ZenScreen: $149 (save $50): A 15.6-inch portable screen that connects to your laptop, smartphone, or tablet via USB-C for more screen space whenever you need it.Google Pixel 9 Pro Unlocked: $899 (save $200): Google's latest iteration of their flagship smartphone features a 24-hour battery life, 256GB of storage, and 6.3-inch display.Best Amazon Presidents' Day Apple deals Jason Hiner/ZDNETAirPods Pro 2: $199 (save $50): TheAirPods Pro 2 are our pick for the best AirPods you can buy, and can turn into a hearing aid -- and they'reon sale ahead of the holiday for 20% off.Apple MacBook Air 15-inch, M3: $1,099 (save $200): Apple's MacBook series are pretty pricey, but right now you can grab the 15-inch M3 Air model for $200 off.Apple iPad Pro 13-inch M4: $1,099 (save $200): The most powerful iPad on the market is on sale for 15% off right now, and expert Kerry Wan was pleasantly surprised with its performance compared to his MacBook.Apple Pencil Pro: $99 (save $30): The newest Apple Pencil Pro is on sale for $30 off, but Apple products don't see discounts often, and this is the best price you can nab right now for this model, especially if you're looking to pair it with a 2024 iPad Pro.Apple Watch Series 10 GPS, 46mm: $359 (save $70): The newest base model Apple Watch is discounted by almost 20%, matching the offers available during Black Friday. This model is equipped with GPS and an always-on retina display, and is available in three colors on Amazon.iPad 10th Gen: $279 (save $70): This $279 iPad deal is the model editor-in-chief Jason Hiner recommends to most people, and it's 20% off.Best Amazon Presidents' Day headphone deals Prakhar Khanna/ZDNETSony WH-1000XM4 Headphones: $248 (save $100): TheSony XM4 headphones are not the newest model to hit the market, but they're still a great purchase if you're looking for premium sound. Right now you can save 29%.Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro: $200 (save $50): If you prefer Android gear, the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are also on sale. Swipe up this pair for 20% off and grab top features like noise cancellation, real time interpretation, and sound optimization, plus an exclusive 2-year warranty via Amazon.Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones: $349 (save $80): Expert reviewer Prakhar Khanna prefers the QuietComfort Ultra headphones over the popular Sony XM5's for traveling, and right now they're $100 off, selling for the same price we saw during Black Friday.Sony Ult Headphones: $148 (save $52): Headphone expert Jada Jones says these eased her Sony XM5 envy with all-day comfort and plenty of bass. Right now, they're on sale for 26% off.Sony WH-CH720N: $93 (save $57): Expert Jada Jones says these Sony headphones are almost as good as the XM5 model but will cost you under $100 right now.Amazon Echo Buds (2nd Gen): $55 (save $85 at Amazon): These budget buds are worth a mention thanks to their handy Alexa compatibility and their 71% off price.Best Amazon Presidents' Day TV deals Adam Breeden/ZDNETHisense 75-inch Class QD7 Series QLED 4K UHD TV: $548 (save $202): Multiple sizes of this Hisense smart TV are on sale now, which feature color enhancer, game mode, multiple voice assistance and more.Amazon Fire TV 50-inch Omni Series 4K Smart TV: $310 (save $170): There's plenty of budget TV picks on sale, too, like this 50-inch hands-free smart TV that's Alexa compatible and 35% off.Roku Smart TV 32-inch TV: $158 (save $12): This Roku TV is equipped with Roku Voice and a customizable home screen. 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Elon Musk and the xAI team announced the Grok 3 AI model in an evening live stream on Monday.The team detailed that the new model is a magnitude more capable than Grok 2, indicating Grok 3 has 10 to 15 times more power than Grok 2. They also claim that Grok 3 is more powerful than its AI model competitors such as DeekSeek and Google Gemini.The xAI team said it has been improving on the Grok 3 AI model over the last several months, noting that it will be very, very funny, and adding that it has only been 17 months since the launch of the Grok 1 model.Recommended VideosThe team has tested Grok 3 against many scholastic challenges, including the American Invitational Mapping Foundation, which the model matched up well against. In demos, the xAI team showed how Grok 3 performed interesting tasks, such as computing a spacecraft mission from Earth to Mars and back and creating a game that is a mix of Tetris and Bejeweled. The team also mentioned that Grok 3 includes a feature called Big Brain, which is a reasoning model mode allowing for deeper thinking when processing queries.Musk noted that 17 months prior, the original Grok model could barely solve high school problems, and now Grok is ready to go to college, with how much it has advanced.In addition to Grok 3, the team also mentioned that it is working on an AI gaming studio, which will be a service for consumers. Additionally, it is developing a Deep Search feature for Grok, which will be xAIs version of AI Agents.Grok 3 will be available as of Monday for Premium + users. The team is also rolling out a new subscription product called SuperGrok, which will have better access to the AI model and additional features.xAIThe xAI team noted that Grok 3 should be treated as a beta version, and users should be mindful of errors in its processing.In a post-launch Q&A, the team confirmed that Grok 3 can process audio into text. Additionally, they confirmed, that Grok 2 will be made open source once Grok 3 is mature and stable.Editors Recommendations

A Ukrainian brigade says it hasn't seen North Koreans for a while in its part of the front in Kursk.It comes as North Korea abruptly reduced its presence in the war after weeks of intense fighting.But it's unclear what Pyongyang is planning after conflicting reports of withdrawal emerged.A Ukrainian brigade in the Kursk region said it's recently no longer been encountering North Korean troops, as questions remain over Pyongyang's plans for the war front.Petro Gaidashchuk, a senior communications officer for the 80th Air Assault Brigade, told Radio NV that while North Korean troops were still reported elsewhere on the battlefield, they've "disappeared" from his brigade's part of the front."If we look at January, the front was saturated with North Koreans, in particular in the area of responsibility of the Galician Brigade," Gaidashchuk said in Ukrainian during the interview published on Monday. The 80th is sometimes referred to as a Galician Brigade."As of now, the reports of their presence are partially true," Gaidashchuk said of the North Koreans. "We have not observed them in our part of the front. Other brigades interacted with them a few days ago. As of now, they have disappeared."Gaidashchuk said his brigade theorized that the North Korean soldiers may have withdrawn due to heavy losses."They withdrew, we do not know why," he said.Other reports in the last month have said the same: After weeks of attempting to storm Ukrainian positions across Kursk, North Korea's forces have grown relatively quiet since late January.A spokesperson for Ukraine's special forces told local media at the time that his branch hadn't seen North Korean soldiers for weeks, saying that the Russian-allied troops had been "forced to withdraw." The New York Times, citing Ukrainian and US officials, reported similar observations the day before, writing that Pyongyang's forces were "taken off the front line."South Korea's national intelligence agency also said in early February that North Korean troops had been pulled from the fighting.Western intelligence estimates that about 11,000 North Korean soldiers were sent to fight Ukraine late last year and that about 4,000 have been wounded or killed since.The UK Defense Ministry said the losses likely caused North Korea's troops to temporarily withdraw and "rest and refit before redeploying."But Pyongyang's presence in Kursk doesn't seem to have disappeared completely.Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on February 7 that North Korean troops had returned to the front lines in "new assaults" in Kursk, though it's unclear to what extent.Speaking to The Warzone in late January, Ukrainian intelligence chief Kyrylo Budanov also said that North Koreans had significantly reduced their in Kursk, but warned against dismissing them as out of the picture."We have to wait some time to see if there are any real changes or if this is just lower activities for a couple of days," Budanov said.He disputed reports that North Korean troops had completely withdrawn.Zelenskyy voices triumph over PyongyangThe uncertainty over North Korea's next move comes as Pyongyang and Moscow strengthen their defense ties to weather the international sanctions imposed on their economies.North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has sent troops, weapons, and ammunition to Russia, with Western intelligence reporting that he's receiving financial assistance, technological expertise, and food from Russia in exchange.North Korea sending troops to Kursk sparked concerns in the West that Russia's invasion was drawing the direct involvement of other states. But it's now unclear if Pyongyang's intervention will escalate as feared or recede.More recently, Zelenskyy spoke triumphantly on Saturday of Ukraine's fight against North Korea's forces."We completely destroyed the North Korean units that Putin had to bring in because his own forces weren't enough to hold back our counteroffensive," he said in his speech at the Munich Security Conference.Yet he also cautioned against complacency when it came to Pyongyang."Make no mistake North Koreans are not weak," he said. "They are learning how to fight now, how to fight the modern war."Russia's defense ministry did not respond to a request for comments sent by Business Insider outside regular business hours.

Kylie Kelce is expecting her fourth child with her husband, former NFL player Jason Kelce.Her advice includes extending patience and providing postpartum support."Remember that your wife is growing a human," Kelce said. Kylie Kelce is expecting her fourth child with retired NFL player Jason Kelce and she knows a thing or two about dealing with pregnancy.During an interview with Alex Cooper on the "Call Her Daddy" podcast on Wednesday, Kelce shared three things that men should do for their pregnant wives."Remember that your wife is growing a human," Kelce, 32, told Cooper. "Sometimes I think guys are like, 'Oh, she's fine.' And I'm like, no. You're actively building a human being, so, like, just give her some grace."It's also important for men to adopt a "this, too, shall pass" attitude, and remember that the challenges of pregnancy such as mood swings are temporary, she said."I've had pregnancies where I've been really, really emotional, and after the pregnancy, I'm like, 'Jason, I don't know how you did that. Jesus, thank you for sticking with me," Kelce said.The couple has been married since 2018, and they share three daughters Wyatt Elizabeth, Elliotte Ray, and Bennett Llewellyn with a fourth daughter on the way.Lastly, Kelce says new mothers need their husbands' support during the postpartum period, too perhaps even more than during the pregnancy."Postpartum is one of the hardest things I've ever done in my whole life. Labor is like a drop in the bucket compared to postpartum," Kelce said.She added that she didn't feel immediately connected to her eldest daughter, Wyatt, the first time she brought her home."I did not feel that immediate, like, 'This is my baby,'" Kelce said. "I didn't have that sensationalized, like, 'I'm a mother now.' It was like a slow ease in."The first few weeks postpartum were difficult on her body as well, she said."We're both in diapers. I have a cooling pad on my lady bits. I am afraid to sit down at any given point because it hurts so bad, and at the same time, every two hours, I'm supposed to connect you to my boob and something's going to happen," Kelce said.Postpartum typically refers to the first six to eight weeks after delivery. During this period, many changes both physical and emotional occur in a woman's body.Physical symptoms that new mothers may experience include breast engorgement, cramps, and vaginal bleeding. Some women also experience emotional symptoms, such as postpartum depression and postpartum anxiety."Postnatal depression and anxiety are incredibly common and it is so important that it is identified early to help you receive the support and treatment that you may need," Dr. Brooke Vandermolen, an OB/GYN, previously told Business Insider. "Communicating your feelings can really help so others around you know how you are feeling," she said. In addition to getting enough rest, new mothers should also pay attention to their diet, stay hydrated, and limit their physical activity at least until their doctors give them the go-ahead, per Cleveland Clinic.A representative for Kelce did not immediately respond to a request for comment sent by BI outside regular hours.

LAB Store / Architrip Inc.Save this picture! Yoshiki YokoyamaArchitects: Architrip Inc.AreaArea of this architecture projectArea:72 mYearCompletion year of this architecture project Year: 2024 PhotographsPhotographs:Yoshiki Yokoyama Lead Architects: Shota Kuwana, Ryota Hiraoka More SpecsLess SpecsSave this picture!Text description provided by the architects. We designed a new shop on the site of a commercial facility located in the center of Fukushima City, Fukushima Prefecture. The client's request was to build a third shop on the site (89 m2) between the existing shops No. 1 and No. 2. Existing shop No. 1 has a special structural form and organic plan shape while existing shop No. 2 is a simple building with black siding. The major issue was what kind of new architecture should be created in the space between these contrasting buildings.Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!We decided to make the most effective use of the limited area of the building by using the first floor as a shop and the second floor as an office and building in a shape that appears by receding the outline and boundaries of the existing shop. Although the first and second shops appear to be different types of buildings at first glance, we found a commonality in that they incorporate a semi-exterior space using wood as a design element.Save this picture!We designed the third shop to incorporate this common spatial element into its design. The entrance to the first-floor shop is partially overhung from the second floor to create a continuous flow line from the existing shop. This semi-exterior space serves as an important connection point for traffic between the different shops.Save this picture!Once inside the shop, the waffle-shaped wooden beams are exposed. The ceiling is 3.5m high and is designed to be continuous with the half-exterior space of the existing shop, creating a spacious environment. Light streaming in through high-sided windows creates a bright space where natural light fills the interior during the day.Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!The exterior of the curved wall is covered with vertical 300 mm wide siding, and the interior is painted with diatomaceous earth. This striking curved wall brings depth and softness to the space and also serves as an accent that adds variety to the place. In the office space on the second floor, a private balcony was planned in a position overlooking the entire site to give a sense of the entire shop.Save this picture!Looking over the entire building complex, it seems as if there are three brothers standing side by side, each with a different character. Although they have different looks and atmospheres, we intentionally designed common design elements to create a natural landscape as if they had been standing there for a long time. We hope that many people will visit the building in the future and that it will become a place that brings liveliness to the town.Save this picture!Project gallerySee allShow lessProject locationAddress:Fukushima City, Fukushima Prefecture, JapanLocation to be used only as a reference. It could indicate city/country but not exact address.About this officeArchitrip Inc.OfficePublished on February 18, 2025Cite: "LAB Store / Architrip Inc." 18 Feb 2025. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/1027020/lab-store-architrip-inc&gt ISSN 0719-8884Save!ArchDaily?You've started following your first account!Did you know?You'll now receive updates based on what you follow! Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors, offices and users.Go to my stream