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It's a tale of two retail behemoths vying for your dollars.

In one corner is Amazon, the scrappy bookseller-turned-global ecommerce empire that's the reason why we're all a tad impatient. In the other is Walmart, the veteran department store with one-stop, starburst-studded supercenters in every neighborhood.

When it comes to shopping for the best budget laptops, you can do a lot for less than $1,000. (Heck, even $500 cuts some mustard nowadays.) But you'll probably have to make some compromises along the way to stay below that price point.

That doesn't mean you have to settle for a total clunker that doesn't tick any of the boxes on your must-have specs list. It just means you have to shop a little

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

• Waymo is Alphabet's robotaxi service, formerly known as the Google Self-Driving Car Project.
• Waymo is available to the public in several US cities and has plans to expand.
• The robotaxi company faces other competitors, including Tesla and Zoox.

Waymo is a robotaxi service owned by

• Soda company Olipop mandates a week of PTO this summer to prevent burnout and boost performance.
• Its 'Summer Recharge' program includes a $1,000 vacation stipend for four employees each month.
• Olipop offers remote work, unlimited PTO, and plans to expand perks.

Need a reason to take a vacation? At Olipop

TL;DR: Live stream Wimbledon 2025 for free on BBC iPlayer. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

What's the biggest Grand Slam on the calendar? The Australian Open, French Open, and U.S. Open can all make legitimate claims to be the biggest tennis tournament of the year, but Wimbledon has that special something.

The fast-paced tennis, crisp white outfits

TL;DR: Live stream England vs. India (Test 2) for free on ICC.TV. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

The first test match between England and India was absolutely incredible. It looked like India were in a dominant position until the fifth day when England chased down a huge score to seal an impressive victory.

India are looking to bounce back and tie

SAVE $350: As of July 4, the Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 is on sale for $448.98 at Amazon. That's a 44% saving on list price.

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SAVE $120: As of July 4, the Amazon Fire TV 55-inch Omni Mini-LED Series is on sale for $699.99 at Amazon. That's a 15% saving on the list price.

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Amazon Fire TV 55-Inch Omni Mini-LED Series

$699.99 at Amazon
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TV deals are already kicking off ahead of Prime Day. As of July 4, you can find a fantastic early deal on the Amazon Fire TV 55-inch Omni Mini-LED Series, saving you $120 on list price. The new price of $699.99 is its lowest-ever price.

You can't go wrong with an Amazon TV, and this one really knocks it out of the park. This TV combines 4K QLED mini-LED display with Dolby Vision IQ, HDR10+ Adaptive, and over a billion vibrant colors. It also benefits from the Fire TV Intelligent Picture feature, which adapts what you’re watching in real time to both the scene and your room’s lighting. And for sound quality, enjoy crisp audio with Dolby Atmos in a 2.1 setup.

And as expected with all Amazon TVs, enjoy a smart display of art, widgets, and voice control to search through your streaming service libraries all at once.

If you're a gamer, it’s built for speed with 144Hz refresh, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, and fluid, tear-free visuals during fast-paced play. Interactive Art adds a layer of movement-based engagement, and there are built-in privacy protections too, including a mic-off switch for peace of mind.

Head to Amazon to score this early Prime Day deal.

• Congress passed Trump's "big beautiful bill" on July 3.
• It includes major changes to student-loan repayment and caps on borrowing.
• It eliminates existing income-driven repayment plans, including SAVE, replacing them with just two options.

It could soon get harder for student-loan borrowers to get affordable

• Thomas Dohmke, the CEO of GitHub, said the "smartest" companies will hire more developers in the face of AI.
• Thomas Dohmke said in a podcast interview that AI makes engineers more efficient, not irrelevant.
• AI isn't yet capable of completely eliminating