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Answers to each clue for the August 8, 2025 edition of NYT's The Mini crossword puzzle.

'Bob Does Sports' has turned hanging out with buddies on the golf course into a lucrative career. It's been an amazing rise to watch.

Reverse charging is an often underutilized technology. Here's what it is and how to use it.

What is a Copilot+ PC? Mashable's senior shopping reporter breaks down this new-ish category of AI-forward Windows laptops.

Based on our research and testing, the best laptops for college students include the M4 Apple MacBook Air and the Asus ROG Zephyrus G14.

Despite the love-it or hate-it squircle design, the new Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 is worth the $349.99 price of admission.

The AirPods Pro (USB-C) are on sale for just $169 this weekend at Amazon. Save $80 while you can.

"The Last of Us" star Pedro Pascal had to drop out of filming "Weapons," but the film still has a key similarity to the HBO series.

If you're looking to buy some Marvel Lego sets to have at home, whether for kids or adults, here are the new sets releasing in August 2025.

Upgrade your car’s tech with the PlayAIBox Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto Adapter with built-in streaming support — only $74.97 with free shipping.

Unlock lifetime access to BitMar and discover millions of free movies, shows, and songs from around the web — all for just $14.99 (MSRP: $150) with code BITMAR5.

In August 2025, Disney+ is offering a few bundle deals so you can stream its library at a discounted price.

Own Microsoft Office Professional 2021 for Windows forever for just $49.97 — includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook & more.

Get lifetime access to all 14 Babbel languages for just $159 (MSRP: $599) with code LEARN via StackSocial through August 25.

Shrink your smartphone with this miniaturized, fully functional device, the NanoPhone, on sale for $89.97 (reg. $199.99) through September 7.

The Galaxy Z Flip 7 cover screen only features approved Samsung apps by default. But there is another way.

Cut streaming costs with BitMar — find free movies and TV shows online with no subscription.

Hints and answers to today's Hurdle all in one place.

See the moon phase expected for August 9, 2025 as well as when the next full moon is expected.

Connections is a New York Times word game that's all about finding the "common threads between words." How to solve the puzzle.

The NYT Strands hints and answers you need to make the most of your puzzling experience.

Here's the answer for "Wordle" #1512 on August 9 as well as a few hints, tips, and clues to help you solve it yourself.

August 2025 full moon: what it’s called and when to see it

After facing fierce negative reviews of GPT-5, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said in a Reddit AMA that GPT-4o is coming back — with a catch.

One innocent little PC driver is apparently a Trojan horse for ransomware on Windows PCs.

Early impressions of GPT-5 aren't great, according to many ChatGPT users on Reddit and elsewhere. Sam Altman's scheduled AMA could get awkward.

YouTube announced recently that it will use AI to help with age verification. Now, we know when the change goes into effect.

As of Aug. 8, get the Twelve South Butterfly SE 2-in-1 charger for its lowest price at Amazon.

Amazon just dropped the price on Apple's iPad 11th generation 128 GB model. It's down to $299, dropping the tablet under $300 and saving you $50.

Instagram's new Map feature is sparking privacy fears and confusion over location sharing. Here’s what it actually does.

Get $300 in the form of a virtual prepaid Mastercard when you sign up for T-Mobile's All-In 5G home internet plan.

Bad news for HBO Max fans — and their younger siblings. Starting in September, the streaming platform will crack down on password sharing.

How to stop Instagram from sharing your likes views, comments in the Friends Reels tab

GPT-5 will integrate with Siri and other Apple Intelligence features starting in just a month or two.

As of Aug. 8, buy the Samsung’s 55-inch Odyssey Ark from Samsung and get a free smart monitor.

Amazon isn't an official Nintendo dealer, but you can buy a Nintendo Switch 2 from the brand — with a catch.

As of Aug. 9, you can get the DJI Neo at Amazon for $199. Get yours before it's too late!