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Walmart just dropped its jaw-dropping weekend deals. (Photo: Getty Images)

It’s the first weekend in March — how are you celebrating? Whether you’re planning on using the next few days to kick back, run some errands, or get your home ready for spring, make sure to set aside some time to browse the sales. We even have a little secret to share: Most of the big sales this weekend are in one place: Walmart.

Whether it’s a new TV you’re after, a brand new spring wardrobe, or just something to treat yourself or your family, you can scoop it up for a discount this weekend. In fact, we rounded up the best deals of the weekend below.

And want to score free shipping? Make sure you’re signed up for Walmart+. Not yet a member? No problem. You can sign up for your free 15-day trial here, but a quick three-question survey will add on an additional two more weeks for a solid 30 days of use. (And by the way, those without Walmart+ still get free shipping on orders of $35 or more.)

Here’s everything worth buying this weekend at Walmart:

TVs

Save $170 on the Vizio 70-inch V-Series 4K Ultra HD LED Smart TV. (Photo: Walmart)

Want a great TV at an even better price? We found a massive, top-rated TV for $170 off. The Vizio 70-inch V-Series 4K Ultra HD LED Smart TV delivers brilliant picture quality with modern streaming and smart home features and it’s on sale for just $588 at Walmart. You’re welcome.

With four times the resolution of 1080p, this Vizio 4K TV is incredibly vivid. It has an ultra-thin border (more screen, less frame). Great color, crisp audio (thanks to DTS Virtual X support)—it’s got it all.

“Absolutely love this TV,” raved a Walmart shopper. “The sound is good—picture perfect—and I didn’t need to buy another device to watch TV as a cord-cutter. Built-in Chromecast allows for lots of options. Plenty of free things to watch and if you want to pay for something like Netflix, it’s already installed.”

Check out more TV deals below:

  • Sceptre 32-inch Class HD Android Smart LED TV, $108 (was $180), walmart.com

  • TCL 32-inch Class HD LED Roku Smart TV, $138 (was $200), walmart.com

  • Samsung 43-inch Class 4K Crystal Ultra HD LED Smart TV, $378 (was $870), walmart.com

  • TCL 43-inch Class 4-Series 4K Ultra HD HDR Roku Smart TV, $258 (was $430), walmart.com

  • Samsung 55-inch Class 4K Ultra HD Smart QLED TV, $648 (was $750), walmart.com

  • LG 75-inch Class 4K Ultra HD Smart TV (75UN8570PUC), $1,097 (was $1,500), walmart.com

Headphones and earbuds

Save $81 on these Samsung Galaxy Buds. (Photo: Walmart)

On sale for $49 (was $130), these Samsung Galaxy Buds offer crisp sound and punchy bass for up to six hours on a charge (get an additional six hours with the included wireless charging case). Calls will sound crystal-clear thanks to dual microphones that reduce ambient background noise even if you’re in a busy location.

“…The sound is clear and gets rid of 90 percent of background noise and comes with different ear pieces,” raved a five-star reviewer. “These wireless earbuds are small and compact and stay in really well.”

Meanwhile, the Samsung Galaxy Buds are water- and sweat-resistant, so you can wear them during a workout without skipping a beat.

Check out more headphone and earbud deals below:

  • Bietrun Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds, $26 (was $130), walmart.com

  • iJoy Matte Finish Premium Rechargeable Wireless Over Ear Bluetooth, $18 (was $90), walmart.com

  • SoundPEATS True Wireless Earbuds, $20 (was $40), walmart.com

  • Jelly Comb On Ear Headphones, $17 (was $50), walmart.com

  • JLab Audio Studio ANC On-Ear Wireless Headphones, $41 (was $60), walmart.com

  • Cshidworld Wireless Earbuds, $22 (was $70), walmart.com

  • Cowin KY02 True Wireless Earbuds $30 (was $50), walmart.com

Gaming

Save half on The Last of Us Part II for PlayStation 4. (Photo: Walmart)

On sale for $30 (was $60), The Last of Us Part II for PlayStation 4 is set five years after the first game and follows Ellie and Abby continuing to survive in a post-apocalyptic US. Hint: The decisions made in the first game come back to haunt the characters in the second. This is one of the best games of 2020 and it’s half off right now.

“I have played it three times,” shared a delighted gamer. “On each play through, I found something new, which I most likely missed because of the insane attention to detail in this game. It all started to make sense after my second play through and I think that The Last of Us Part II is one of the best storytelling masterpieces out there.”

Check out more gaming deals below:

  • Animal Crossing: New Horizons (Nintendo Switch), $50 (was $60), walmart.com

  • Watch Dogs: Legion (PS4), $45 (was $60), walmart.com

  • Assassin’s Creed: Valhalla (Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One), $40 (was $60), walmart.com

  • Pokken Tournament DX (Nintendo Switch), $45 (was $60), walmart.com

  • Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order (Xbox One), $30 (was $60), walmart.com

  • UFC 4 (PS4), $30 (was $60), walmart.com

  • Just Dance 2021 (PS5), $32 (was $50), walmart.com

  • Liphom Gaming Headset, $32 (was $50), walmart.com

Smart home

Save $90 on the Google Nest Hub. (Photo: Walmart)

Are you thinking about converting your home into a smart home? Start off with the Google Nest Hub. It’s on sale for $49, or $41 off its list price at Walmart. It’s one of the best smart home hubs out there and a great way to modernize your house with up-to-the-minute news and weather updates, smart voice commands, music and more. It even doubles as a digital photo frame for all your photos on your smartphone.

Check out more smart home deals below:

  • Catlerio Smart Wi-Fi LED Light Bulb, $14 (was $17), walmart.com

  • TSV Smart Plug (two-pack), $19 (was $28), walmart.com

  • Anself Wireless Burglar Alarm, $17 (was $27), walmart.com

  • TiVo Stream 4K, $38 (was $49), walmart.com

  • Zimtown 397lb Digital Body Weight Bathroom Scale, $22 (was $47), walmart.com

  • Defender Ultra HD 4K Wired Outdoor Security System (1TB), $308 (was $450), walmart.com

  • XODO Smart Wi-Fi HD Video Doorbell, $80 (was $150), walmart.com

  • Roku Ultra LT, $67 (was $79), walmart.com

  • Kootion Smart Plug (two-pack), $17 (was $39), walmart.com

Work from home

Save $270 on the Gateway Ultra Slim Notebook laptop. (Photo: Amazon)

Working from home not working so well? Perhaps it’s time for a snazzy new laptop. On sale for $429 (was $699), this sleek and stylish Gateway Ultra Slim Notebook laptop has a 14.1-inch Full HD LCD display a 1080p, runs Windows 10, and features a comfortable keyboard and a spacious trackpad for quick and easy navigation. It’s paired with 4GB of memory and 126GB of on-board storage, and has up to 8.5 hours of battery life per charge to get you through a work day at home. And shoppers love its built-in fingerprint reader for faster and easier login.

“I like this Gateway Notebook. The data and resolution is perfect and I’m able to see everything on the screen,” wrote a happy Walmart shopper. “I love that the keyboard has nice size lettering and numbers. I don’t have to squint to see them. The notebook is not heavy at all. However, it is very sturdy. The notebook has fingerprint technology which is very nice for security.”

Check out more work from home deals below:

  • Anself HD Webcam, $25 (was $38), walmart.com

  • Gamma Ray Optics 010 Slim Vintage Computer Readers, $18 (was $25), walmart.com

  • Kuku Mobile Call Center Telephone USB Headset, $29 (was $40), walmart.com

  • Hemu Fashion Bamboo Laptop Lap Tray, $37 (was $92), walmart.com

  • Gateway 14.1-inch Full HD Ultra Slim Notebook, $399 (was $699), walmart.com

  • Evoo 15.6-inch laptop, $279 (was $499), walmart.com

  • HP Omen 15 Laptop, $899 (was $1,299), walmart.com

Vacuum

Save $100 on the Shark ION Robot Vacuum RV750. (Photo: Walmart)

On sale for $199 (was $299), the Shark ION Robot Vacuum RV750 is designed to tackle all sorts of household surfaces, unlike other devices that just suck up dirt and grime and ‘get stuck’ against a wall or under furniture. We consider it the jack-of-all-trades of floor cleaning.

This smart little guy uses a navigation system to map your home’s floor landscape, so it doesn’t bump into walls, scratch up furniture or plummet down stairs. With up to 90 minutes of battery life per charge, it can sweep up your hardwood floors and then switch to carpets and tiles at a moment’s notice, plus it can also be controlled and scheduled via its smartphone app or Alexa.

“So far so great! I really like this little machine and it does a wonderful job cleaning,” raved a five-star reviewer. “It comes around so many times that it makes it hard to leave anything behind. It’s pleasantly quiet and was easy to set up. So glad I went with this product and not the competitors. Worth every penny. I just don’t know why I didn’t buy it sooner!”

Check out more vacuum deals below:

  • iHome AutoVac Eclipse G 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum and Mop, $249 (was $400), walmart.com

  • Kyvol Cybovac E31 Robot Vacuum Cleaner, $250 (was $280), walmart.com

  • Shark ION RV700 Robot Vacuum, $150 (was $300), walmart.com

  • VicTsing 4-in-1 Smart Rechargeable Auto Sweeping Robot Vacuum Cleaner, $50 (was $67.50), walmart.com

  • Bissell PowerForce Helix Turbo Rewind Pet Bagless Vacuum, $59 (was $79), walmart.com

  • Anker eufy RoboVac 25C Wi-Fi Connected Robot Vacuum, $149 (was $250), walmart.com

  • MooSoo Wi-Fi Robot Vacuum Cleaner, $160 (was $190), walmart.com

  • Aposen A550 Wi-Fi Robot Vacuum, $175 (was $229), walmart.com

  • ionvac SmartClean 2000 Robovac, $99 (was $180), walmart.com

Check out more style deals below:

The ultimate springtime dress. (Photo: Qalmart)

Even if it’s not warm enough to rock a t-shirt dress on its own, this one looks great layered, too: Just throw on a pair of tights, booties, and a jacket over it. Once the temps rise, you can wear this relaxed-fit frock with sandals or white sneakers for a casual look.

Check out more style deals below:

  • Jordache Vintage Women’s Cher High Rise Yoke Front Mom Jeans, $17 (was $27), walmart.com

  • Women Round Neck Long Sleeves Color Block Tunic Shirt, $21 (was $37), walmart.com

  • Nlife Women Solid Color Front Pocket Long Sleeve Autumn Casual Top, $19 (was $46), walmart.com

  • Champion Women’s Sport High Rise Legging Tight-Print, $20 (was $50), walmart.com

  • NLife Women Solid Color Waterfall Neck Knitted Cardigan, $19 (was $34),walmart.com

  • Avia Women’s Active Polar Fleece Pullover Sweater with Funnel Neck, $16 (was $21), walmart.com

  • Nlife Women Bohemian 3/4 Sleeve V Neck Floral Print Shirt, $22 (was $44), walmart.com

  • Sofia Jeans by Sofia Vergara Rosa Curvy High Rise Legging, $9 (was $22), walmart.com

  • Champion Women’s French Terry Capris, $20 (was $30), walmart.com

Kitchen

Yummy dinners await. (Photo: Walmart)

Dreaming of fries, wings, and roasted brussel sprouts? Make them in this air fryer! This one — marked down to $70 from $178 — has seven temperature and time presets, easy-to-use controls and a removable basket that you can use to drain out any oils.

“I recently bought this air fryer, and I’m so happy I did,” one shopper shared. “I love it! My husband loves the pork chops I make him. The chicken is also amazing. Sweet plantains too are delicious there, way better than in a microwave and better than deep-fried.”

Check out more kitchen deals below:

  • The Pioneer Woman Cowboy Rustic 14-Piece Forged Cutlery Knife Block Set, $50 (was $70), walmart.com

  • NutriBullet PRO Blender with Nutrient Extractor Blades, $80 (was $129), walmart.com

  • Best Choice Products 16.9qt 1800W 10-in-1 Family Size Air Fryer Countertop Oven, $135 (was $255), walmart.com

  • Instant Pot DUO mini 3-Quart 7-in-1 Multi-Use Programmable Pressure Cooker, $60 (was $100), walmart.com

  • Instant Pot DUO60 6-Quart 7-in-1 Multi-Use Programmable Pressure Cooker, $79 (was $100), walmart.com

  • Mainstays 7 Piece Cookware Set, $15 (was $25.50), walmart.com

Beauty

Never pay for a blowout again. (Photo: Walmart)

Always dreamed of recreating a salon-quality blowout at home? This tool will help you get there. The brush evenly distributes hot air throughout your locks, so it detangles, dries and styles hair — all at once. The finish? Soft, frizz-free, and voluminous.

“I usually go to the hair salon weekly but with the COVID-19 pandemic have to style it myself,” one shopper shared. “This Foxybae blowout dryer brush is PHENOMENAL. So easy to use and my curly hair dries quickly and is sleek and silky.”

Check out more beauty deals below:

  • Beautimate Facial Jade Roller & Gua Sha Tool Set, $16 (was $40), walmart.com

  • Peter Thomas Roth 24K Gold Mask Anti-aging Cream Caffeine Facial Mask, $44 (was $80), walmart.com

  • Burberry Classic Eau De Parfum, $32 (was $98), walmart.com

  • Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Capsules Daily Youth Restoring Face Serum, $69 (was $100), walmart.com

  • CHI Air Classic Travel Set Hair Dryers, Black with Ceramic Iron, Concentrator and Diffuser, $56 (was $90), walmart.com

  • Peter Thomas Roth Instant FIRMx Eye Tightening Treatment, $25 (was $38), walmart.com

Health and wellness

Keep one in every room in your house. (Photo: Walmart)

You can never have too much hand sanitizer! This six-pack is perfect for keeping in various rooms around your home, or thrown into every purse or jacket pocket, so you’re never without it. Plus, the scent-free formula contains aloe, which helps hydrate and soothe your hands with each application.

“Earth to Skin scent-free gel hand sanitizer has been the best hand sanitizer I’ve ever used,” one shopper shared. “I only need very little compared to others when used. It dries fast with no sticky feel. Also, with the aloe added to it, it keeps my hands moisturized. I love that it’s vegan, and also the scent-free [formula] is a huge plus.”

Check out more health and wellness deals below:

  • Vitamatic Zinc Supplement 50 mg 120 Tablets, 3-pack, $25 (was $80), walmart.com

  • PRO MC 5Pcs Unisex Face Mask Protect Reusable 100% Cotton, $20 (was $30), walmart.com

  • McSimon 50 Disposable Face Masks, $9 (was $12), walmart.com

  • Safeguard Liquid Hand Soap, Fresh Clean Scent, 25 oz, $4 (was $6), walmart.com

  • Superfy Hand Sanitizer Gel with Pump, 2 Pack of 16 oz, $10 (was $13), walmart.com

  • DALIX Cloth Face Mask Reuseable 3-Pack, $13 (was $16), walmart.com

  • Nature’s Bounty Pure Vitamin C 500 mg, 100 Tablets, $4 (was $6), walmart.com

Bedding and mattresses

Rest easy. (Photo: Walmart)

This luxe weighted blanket is made entirely of plush cotton, and is filled with two layers of tiny glass beads. Curl up under it for a nap, keep one on your legs if you’re feeling restless, or keep one by you on the couch for firm support.

“I am a believer! In the past eight years, my husband and I have slept very little in bed. He has REM sleep disorder, which means he dreams and talks in his sleep. If you doubt it… Buy it and try it.”

Check out more bedding and mattress deals below:

  • NEX Charcoal Weighted Blanket 100% Cotton, $60 (was $110), walmart.com

  • Mainstays 200TC Cotton Medium Support Pillow Set of 2, $15 (was $26), walmart.com

  • Rest Haven Hypoallergenic Down Alternative Comforter, $25 for queen (was $40), walmart.com

  • Simply Soft 3 Piece Ribbon Pattern Duvet Cover Set, $24 for queen (was $28), walmart.com

  • Martex Super Soft Fleece Blanket, Twin Linen, $10 (was $25), walmart.com

Pets

She’ll feel safe here. (Photo: Walmart)

Whether you’re taking Clawdia to the vet, to a friend’s house, or even on a plane, you need to ensure she’s safe and secure — and this carrier will help. It gives her plenty of space to move around, is as soft as her go-to bed, and gives her plenty of spots to peek out from.

One shopper shared: “I love this carrier. It’s just three right size for even my lathe cats and I love that it opens 3 different ways. It’s sturdy, yet comfortable for them. I bought 3 of them, I liked them so much.”

Check out more pets deals below:

  • 4 Rolls Printing Dog Cat Waste Clean Bags, $3 (was $26), walmart.com

  • Esho Dog Sweater, $9 (was $16), walmart.com

  • Paws & Pals Pet Hair Brush Grooming Comb, $12 (was $22), walmart.com

  • Dog Leash Seat Belt Harness, $8 (was $11.50), walmart.com

  • BeaconPet Water Fountain with Filter and Mat, $30 (was $39), walmart.com

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Business

Beyond Meat inks McDonald’s, Yum deals

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EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — Plant-based food company Beyond Meat will be partnering with several major fast-food chains in the coming years to expand offerings that could eventually include plant-based burgers, chalupas or toppings on a stuffed-crust pizza.

Beyond Meat on Thursday announced distribution agreements with McDonald’s as well as with Yum Brands, the parent company of KFC, Taco Bell and Pizza Hut.

The company based in El Segundo, California, said it will develop plant-based products for all the restaurants, with exclusive menu items for each brand.

Beyond Meat had limited partnerships with McDonald’s and Yum Brands before, testing its products in limited geographies or with only an item or two. The companies are now expanding those ties.

Chicago-based McDonald’s will use the Beyond Meat partnership to roll out what it is calling the “McPlant” burger, as well as eventually plant-based pork, egg and chicken products.

Yum will use Beyond Meat to expand its “Beyond Fried Chicken” products, as well as pizza toppings at Pizza Hut. Yum, which is based in Louisville, Kentucky, did not lay out specific menu options for Taco Bell.

Plant-based food products that are designed to imitate meat have grown in popularity in the last few years and several large restaurant chains are now experimenting with food science to make healthier and more environmentally friendly products for customers. Burger King has partnered with Impossible Foods to provide products that use plant-based products as well.

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Technology

Here are the best deals of the week

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Only the best deals on Verge-approved gadgets get the Verge Deals stamp of approval, so if you’re looking for a deal on your next gadget or gift from major retailers like Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, Target, and more, this is the place to be.

This is the first time in recent memory where several deals we’ve written about through the week are still available. It’s always great when readers have an extended window of time to snag a deal. So, below you’ll find a few of our favorite picks from the week, along with one new exclusive deal for Verge readers. I won’t keep you in suspense, it’s on the Pixel 5. We worked with a partner to secure some refurbished units that are in great condition.

Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge

Snag a refurbished Google Pixel 5 for under $600

The lowest price for a like-new refurbished Pixel 5 on Amazon is $610, but you can save more with this reader-exclusive deal from Daily Steals. It’s offering Verge readers a few options, actually. You can get either the unlocked or Verizon-locked phones in black or sage green (shown above). These units ship with a 90-day warranty and are in “Grade A” refurbished condition and may have minor scratches. They’ll ship with an aftermarket charger and cord.

One thing to note, if you’re wondering which to get: Verizon’s policy says it locks phones for 60 days after they’re purchased as new, then they automatically unlock. So, there’s a very high likelihood that the lock is no longer in effect on these refurbs, which would let you use the phone with any carrier. Daily Steals couldn’t confirm what their status is. But it’ll either arrived unlocked, or at worst, you’ll need to wait 60 days post-purchase. If you’re not happy with that solution, you can return the phone.

A few more good deals

Razer Huntsman Mini

Prices taken at time of publishing.

Razer’s Huntsman Mini is the company’s debut 60 percent compact keyboard. It has punchy optical switches, each lit with Chroma RGB, and the keyboard connects to your PC with the included USB-C cable.

Google Nest Audio

Prices taken at time of publishing.

Google’s smart speaker with better sound quality than the Google Home. Pairing two in stereo can provide a better experience while jamming to your favorite tunes. Get a two-pack at Adorama for $150 with the offer code 50OFF199

Apple Mac mini with M1

Prices taken at time of publishing.

Apple’s most affordable Mac desktop computer is now powered by Apple’s custom M1 chip. Get one at Amazon for $70 cheaper than the competition. Though, the wait time to get your order is now set for early April.

Acer Nitro XV272U

Prices taken at time of publishing.

This gaming monitor features a 27-inch IPS screen in 1440p resolution. It has a 144Hz refresh rate with 1ms response time, along with G-sync compatibility. In terms of ports, it features a DisplayPort, two HDMI ports, and four USB passthrough ports. In short, it’s a stellar value.

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Sports

NFL 2021 trade rumors: Ranking 10 veteran QBs who could be available for blockbuster deals

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If you haven’t noticed by now, the 2021 NFL offseason may as well have been tabbed the offseason of the quarterback. A year after movement among established signal-callers hit an unprecedented mark, this year’s free agency figures to bring just as much, if not a lot more, action under center. The Buccaneers just won a Super Bowl in large part due to a lucrative gamble at the QB position, and now all signs point to the league entering a never-before-seen era of QB empowerment, with multiple superstars either openly or indirectly hinting at relocation ahead of the 2021 market officially opening.

If your favorite team is looking for a new QB this offseason, the question isn’t whether one will be available, but which one most warrants a serious offer. So we decided to rank the biggest names rumored or reported to be available, or at least drawing inquiries ahead of the trade market’s official kickoff in March. We’re well aware that not all of these QBs will actually be dealt (the top two, in fact, still feel like pretty big long shots). But if a guy’s elicited trade calls, reportedly been shopped or has outright requested a move, he’s on the list. Here’s how we’d rank them:

Note: QB’s listed ages are for the start of the 2021 season.

Age: 32
Remaining contract: 3 years, $108M

There’s a reason he’s the least likely to be dealt; he’s unarguably one of the top three QBs in the game. Paying a historic price for a 32-year-old typically wouldn’t be wise, but imagine giving Wilson a decent offensive line. He could last another decade, and his presence alone would guarantee title hopes. At least 25 teams would call if Seattle actually made him available.

Logical landing spots: Cowboys, Colts, Dolphins, Panthers, Raiders

Age: 26
Remaining contract: 5 years, $168.1M

You could make a case that Watson is the better long-term bet over Wilson, but Russ has done it better, for longer and with more victories. Still, if/when the Texans budge, they’ll likely start trade talks by asking for three or four first-rounders, which is merited. Watson piled up lots of garbage-time stats in 2020, but he’s been a dynamic pocket passer for each of his first four seasons.

Logical landing spots: Bears, Broncos, Dolphins, 49ers, Jets, Panthers, Patriots

Age: 28
Remaining contract: 4 years, $134M

Wentz deserves a fair amount of blame for his stark 2020 regression, but the Eagles failed him at multiple turns, and just because they’ve mismanaged his expected departure doesn’t mean the former MVP candidate is totally damaged goods. His contract is palatable after 2021, and even if he’s long had a somewhat reckless playing style, he’s proven he can be a good, if not great, QB.

Logical landing spots: Bears, Broncos, Colts, Patriots

Age: 24
Remaining contract: 1 year, $9.8M

If you’re looking for a safer option, the No. 5 QB is your guy. But in terms of pure trade value, Darnold can’t be overlooked. Like Wentz, he deserves at least some blame for his rocky development. But the guy is so young, coming out from under such dysfunctional guidance, that he’s more than worth a one-year gamble. A little help and more discipline, and you’ve got a capable gunslinger.

Logical landing spots: Bears, Colts, 49ers

Age: 30
Remaining contract: 2 years, $42M

Logical landing spots: Bears, Colts, Patriots, Washington

If Raiders fans argue that Carr belongs two spots above, they’d be right … if a high floor is the main goal. Most people don’t give Carr enough credit for the quiet career resurgence he’s had under Jon Gruden, and on a true contender, he might be a consensus top-10 starter. But he’s also struggled in some key late-season spots. As a mid-term/stopgap option, you can do a lot worse.

Age: 23
Remaining contract: 3 years, $24.8M

The toughest of all the QBs to rank. On one hand, after a solid rookie year, Miami should be in no hurry to give him up (and likely won’t, unless Watson is taking his place). On the other, he was dangerously conservative after a college career alongside tons of studs, and there’s a reason his coach benched him repeatedly for a “relief pitcher” backup. What, exactly, is his ceiling?

Logical landing spots: Texans

Age: 29
Remaining contract: 2 years, $53.4M

Would San Francisco really part ways with Garoppolo only two years after he started a Super Bowl? Just ask the rival Rams, who were desperate to wash their hands of Jared Goff. Jimmy is more than capable of managing an offense, but he’s started more than six games in just one of his seven NFL seasons. The QB-friendly Niners will upgrade if they can, which tells you he’s mid-tier stuff.

Logical landing spots: Bears, Colts, Patriots

Age: 28
Remaining contract: 2 years, $49M

It’s fitting that he’s right behind Garoppolo, because their profiles are alarmingly similar. While Jimmy has been more prolific when healthy, both QBs have had major injury issues, thrived on high-percentage throws and generally settled into “serviceable but not elite” territory. Bridgewater is a good locker-room presence who can capitalize with a good supporting cast, but he needs lots of help.

Logical landing spots: Bears, Texans, Vikings

Age: 24
Remaining contract: 2 years, $4.1M

Like Tagovailoa, he’s such an odd one to rank, because the age, upside and rookie contract are favorable. Even more so than Tua, Lock has proven he can sling the ball downfield. The issue with him is decision-making; whereas Tagovailoa has looked timid, he’s often looked reckless. Denver reportedly dangling him in Matthew Stafford talks suggests the Broncos aren’t sold.

Logical landing spots: Patriots, Texans

Age: 27
Remaining contract: 1 year, $10.7M

Look, if you want to sell yourself on the idea of Mariota returning to his best Titans form, that’s great, but even that wasn’t exactly top-10 material. In a good system with good protection, he’s an intriguing dual threat that might have a mild career renaissance within him. But his best role is the one he carries now: A backup and spot starter. There’s no reason he should fetch more than one mid-rounder.

Logical landing spots: Bears, Patriots, Washington

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Heart pizza, free food, Valentine’s Day weekend meal deals, specials

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Thanks to Leslie Knope from “Parks and Recreation,” women are celebrating their friendships every year on Galentine’s Day.

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This year, many couples will celebrate Valentine’s Day differently than past years amid the coronavirus pandemic. Only 24% are planning on an evening out and 46% are avoiding in-person gatherings, according to the National Retail Federation’s annual survey.

But the big date night isn’t canceled. Two in five say they will have a special meal or celebration at home, the survey found.

Fancy dining and casual restaurants alike are offering special menus and deals for dining in and take out. Plus, you can eat your heart out with heart-shaped treats and meals.

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And with Valentine’s Day falling on a Sunday, many specials will be available all weekend. Saturday also is Galentine’s Day, a day created in 2010 by Amy Poehler’s character Leslie Knope on the TV show “Parks and Recreation.”

But what started as a tradition created on the NBC comedy has taken on a life of its own, spawning events around the world.

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In the “Parks and Recreation” episode, Knope celebrates her female friendships with a brunch featuring mimosas, waffles and super-personal gifts for her ladies.

“Every Feb. 13, my lady friends and I leave our husbands and our boyfriends at home, and we just come and kick it, breakfast-style,” Knope said on the show. “Ladies celebrating ladies. It’s like Lilith Fair, minus the angst. Plus frittatas.”

Galentine’s, Valentine’s Day weekend

The following deals are available Saturday and Sunday unless otherwise noted at participating locations. Some require an app and most are while supplies last. Offers can vary by franchise, so check with your closest location before heading out.

Auntie Anne’s: From Friday through Sunday, Pretzel Perks app users can save $5 on a bucket of Original Pretzel Nuggets, Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel Nuggets or Mini Pretzel Dogs, available for delivery or pick up.

Bertucci’s: The chain has a $40 Dinner for Two Valentine’s Day package Friday through Sunday, available for dine-in, takeout and delivery.

BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse: Through Sunday, get a Valentine’s Day Bundle for $59.95 via take out and delivery, which includes a choice of two entrees, one appetizer and a Pizookie for dessert.

Black Bear Diner: The chain has “Weekend of Love” specials through Sunday.

Blaze Pizza: Only on Galentine’s Day Saturday, the pizza chain has a collaboration with Saweetie, a hip-hop artist. Get the Saweetie Pie Saturday exclusively on Postmates. The pizza is made with house-made dough, red sauce, shredded mozzarella cheese, crumbled meatballs, pepperoni and red onions. All Blaze orders of $15 or more also come with free Postmates delivery Saturday.

Bonefish Grill: The restaurant has limited-time specials through Monday including a filet and lobster pairing.

The Capital Grille: The chain has a three-course takeout dinner for two Saturday and Sunday.

Carrabba’s Italian Grill: Through Sunday, Carrabba’s has a four-course dinner for two for $50.

Chili’s Grill & Bar: For Galentine’s Day and Valentine’s Day, Chili’s has a two for $25, which includes an appetizer, two full-sized entrees and a dessert. Through Feb. 28, get the February Margarita of the Month, The Grand Romance margarita for $5.

Cinnabon: Through Sunday, get a bundle starting at $15 for delivery with two classic rolls and two cold brew iced coffees. All first-time Cinnabon orders on DoorDash will receive free delivery on an order throughout February.

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf: The chain has a buy-one-get-one deal Friday through Sunday from 2 p.m. to close for latte and ice blended drinks.

Corner Bakery: Members of the eClub and rewards program get a buy-one-get-one free entree through Sunday.

Coupons.com: Get a free Trident single pack through Sunday with a rebate offer from Coupons.com. On the app, tap the free Trident offer and redeem your cash back by sending in your receipt. The app will give $1.29 back with proof of purchase.

D’Angelo Grilled Sandwiches: Get two medium sandwiches for $14 Saturday and Sunday with code 8728.

Firehouse Subs: The chain is offering rewards members a free dessert Saturday and Sunday when they enter promo code LOVE in the Firehouse Subs app.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit: For a limited time, get two Two Meat Plates for $24. 

Fatburger/Buffalo’s Express: The company’s 54 co-branded restaurants have a two-day deal Saturday and Sunday. With any purchase, get a six-piece order of Chick’n Vings by mentioning the promotion in restaurants or using code VDAY21 online.

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar: The restaurant has a Valentine’s Day Prime Surf & Turf for Two meal.

Huddle House: Through Monday, get a buy-one-get-one free Stuffed French Toast Platter with the purchase of two beverages. The offer is available at all locations nationwide.

IHOP: For a limited time, there is no delivery fee with Uber Eats IHOP orders. Another ongoing promotion is 20% off your first IHOP order on the website with promo code IHOP20.

Juice It Up!: Loyalty members get buy-one-get-one Classic Smoothies through the brand’s mobile app Friday through Sunday.

Marble Slab Creamery: Slab Happy Rewards members get a free small ice cream with purchase of a regular or best value ice cream with a reward offer on the app Saturday through Monday.

McDonald’s: Through Sunday, get free delivery on McDelivery on Uber Eats on orders $20 or more. Taxes and a service fee apply. Also find offers at restaurants through the McDonald’s app.

Moe’s Southwest Grill: Moe Reward members receive a buy-one-get-one entrée free deal to use Friday through Sunday. To get this deal, members had to sign up by 1 a.m. ET Friday.

Morton’s The Steakhouse: Through Sunday, a three-course Steak & Lobster menu for two, plus a bottle of wine is $169.

Ninety Nine Restaurant & Pub: Valentine’s Day specials are available Friday through Sunday for dining in or to go.

O’Charley’s Restaurant + Bar: From Friday through Sunday, the chain has a special, limited-time menu including an appetizer and two entrees for $39. There also are Valentine’s Day-themed beverages including The Cupid’s Cocktail, a strawberry margarita for $5.99.

Olive Garden: From Friday through Sunday, the chain has a Valentine’s Dinner for 2 To Go for $35.99 and a Bake at Home Lasagna Bundle that serves four starting at $39.99.

Pancheros Mexican Grill: Get free delivery Saturday and Sunday on orders placed through the Pancheros app or website.

P.F. Chang’s: The chain has a prix-fixe menu through Monday with appetizer, soup, entree, dessert and bubbly. There’s also a “special surprise” for in-restaurant reservations.

Philadelphia Cheesecake Crumble/Ibotta: Through Sunday, try the new Philadelphia item for free after a rebate from Ibotta while supplies last at participating grocery stores. The suggested retail price is $3.99. Learn more about saving with Ibotta here.

Pieology: Get a Sweetheart bundle deal on signature pizzas and cookies Saturday through Monday. Order two pizzas and two cookies for $22 and the special deal for singles is a pizza and cookie for $11. Pricing may vary.

Postmates: Get 10% cashback on all Postmates deliveries exclusively available through RetailMeNot through Feb. 28.

Potbelly: This two-day deal is for singles who are Potbelly Perks members. On Saturday and Sunday, there’s a “Free Cookie Perk” on the app. But the restaurant says this deal can only be redeemed by its single Perks members in-shop or only “simply by ordering solo.” Potbelly says it is “not responsible for arguments that may arise from pretending you’re single.”

Round Table Pizza: From Saturday through Feb. 20, get 14% off your entire order with code LOVE14. Some locations are offering heart-shaped pizzas.

Smokey Bones: Get the “Bone Fire Bundle of Love” Friday through Sunday, dine-in only, for $75.

Smoothie King: Through Feb. 20, get free delivery with a $10 online purchase on the chain’s website or app.

Starbucks: Through Sunday, there are no delivery fees on Starbucks Delivers orders $15 or more placed on Uber Eats. Also on Sunday, customers who place a Starbucks Delivers order on Uber Eats will get 50% off their Starbucks order, up to a maximum of $10 off, by using the code SENDLOVE.

Subway: Get 15% off any footlong sub through Feb. 24 with promo code 15OFF. There’s also a limited-time discount off tuna footlongs with promo code ITSREAL.

Taco Bell: The fast-food chain’s new $5 “Build Your Own Cravings Box” is now available for digital customers, including rewards members.

Tim Hortons: On Saturday and Sunday, U.S. customers can get a free donut with the purchase of any size beverage by ordering through the Tim Hortons app or online at participating locations.

Twin Peaks: Through Sunday, corporate locations have drink deals including a $5 Sex on the Beach.

The Wing Experience: The chain has a “Bundle of Love” Friday through Sunday with 12 boneless wings, 12 bone-in wings, a side of crinkle fries and a slice of chocolate cake for $40.

Yard House: Purchase a 64-ounce growler of their love’s favorite beer that comes complete with a customizable “Beer Mine” Valentine’s hang tag Saturday and Sunday.

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Valentine’s Day freebies, specials

Boston Market: All kids under 12 get a free cookie, brownie, slice of cake or pie while supplies last Sunday, no purchase necessary. The chain also is giving away free dessert with every purchase.

BurgerFi: You’ve heard of “put a ring on it,” but what about put an onion ring on it? On Sunday for in-store orders, add an onion ring to any burger or side for $1.

Chuck E. Cheese: Buy two large one-topping pizzas and get a free gift, a 9-inch Chuck E. Cheese or Helen Henny plush toy. This offer is for dine-in and carry-out only.

Friendly’s: The chain says it has a buy-one-get-one free sundae deal Sunday.

Hooters: Shred a picture of your ex at participating Hooters’ locations or online at www.hooters.com/ShredYourEx and get 10 free boneless wings with the purchase of 10 wings Sunday. Those who participate online will receive a digital coupon for the deal.

Kolache Factory: Get a buy-one-get-one free deal on Kolaches Sunday with a coupon the company says will be posted on its website.

McAlister’s Deli: The chain’s annual Valentine’s Day Kids Eat Free promotion with up to two free kids meals for kids 12 and under with an adult entree purchase. For the online offer, use promo code BEMINE21.

Mellow Mushroom: Get the Shroom Love Box pizza kit at participating locations with the ingredients to make a Mellow Mushroom pepperoni pizza. The kit is available for take out or online orders for $9.95.

Pretzelmaker: App members get $2.14 off any purchase of $10 or more Sunday in-store or online.

Qdoba: New and existing rewards members get an offer for a free entrée with the purchase of any entrée Sunday in-restaurant, online or through the restaurant’s app.

Slice: First-time customers get $3 off orders of $15 or more with promo code 3VDAY21 on the app Sunday.

Stewart’s Shops: Get 50 cent single scoop ice cream cones Sunday.

Tijuana Flats: Loyalty members get $1 dessert with the purchase of an adult entrée Sunday. Limit one dessert per transaction.

White Castle: Get free delivery on White Castle Uber Eats orders of $20 or more Sunday.

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Heart-shaped pizza, donuts and more

The special products are available for a limited time and not all locations are participating. Check before heading out.

Bojangles: Get heart-shaped Bo-Berry Biscuits throughout February.

Buca di Beppo: The chain has a Heart-Shaped Lasagna for Two.

California Pizza Kitchen: Through Sunday, the chain has heart-shaped pizzas and the “Sweet Deal for Two,” a $35 prix fixe menu with choice of one appetizer, two entrees and one dessert.

Chick-fil-A: For a limited time, get 30-count nuggets, 10-count Chick-n-Minis or six-count chocolate chunk cookies in heart-shaped containers. Reminder, restaurants are closed on Sunday.

Donatos: Create your own heart-shaped pizza on the chain’s thin crust through Sunday. The pizza can be ordered online, on the phone or in store.

Dunkin’: The chain has a Valentine’s Day seasonal menu with the Pink Velvet Macchiato, Mocha Macchiato and heart-shaped donuts, such as the Brownie Batter Donut and the Cupid’s Choice Donut filled with Bavarian Kreme and topped with strawberry-flavored icing and pink sprinkles. Ahead of the holiday, Dunkin’ released a wedding pop-up shop with its first-ever wedding merch collection at ShopDunkin.com. The day after Valentine’s Day, Dunkin’ has free coffee on Mondays, part of a February freebie for members of its DD Perks rewards program.

Famous Dave’s: From Friday through Sunday, get a free dessert with the purchase of a “Feast for 2,” which includes cornbread shaped into a heart.

Hardee’s: Get heart-shaped biscuits through Sunday during breakfast hours.

Hungry Howie’s: Get a one-topping heart-shaped pizza for $6.99 Saturday and Sunday. The chain also has a heart-shaped 3-cheeser Howie’s Bread

Insomnia Cookies: The cookie chain has a limited-time menu for Galentine’s Day and Valentine’s Day with heart-shaped cookie cakes and red velvet and chocolate-covered strawberry classic and mini cookies.

Jack’s Family Restaurants: Get heart-shaped biscuits with chocolate gravy for pickup on Valentine’s Day at all 191 Jack’s restaurant locations in Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia and Mississippi. Pre-order the heart-shaped biscuits through Saturday on the website or app.

Jet’s Pizza: Restaurants nationwide will have heart-shaped Detroit-Style pizzas, Jet’s Bread and Cinnamon Stix Sunday. The offer will be available while supplies last for online orders with the following codes: LOVE for pizza, BEMINE for Jet’s Bread and SWEET for Cinnamon Stix.

Krispy Kreme: The chain has heart-shaped pastries called “Dough-Notes.” There’s also a “custom Valentine’s Day dozen box designed to look like a post-marked letter that are literally heart-filled – bursting with 12 heart-shaped delicious doughnuts from the brand’s new Valentine’s Day Collection that express perfectly sweet sentiments.” The heart-shaped doughnuts come in four flavors including Sprinkled Heart filled with Cake Batter Kreme, dipped in red icing and topped with heart sprinkles; and Chocolate Caramel Heart filled with Caramel Kreme, dipped in chocolate icing, drizzled with white icing and topped with Valentine confetti sprinkles. 

Marco’s Pizza: Get a heart-shaped pizza for $9.99 through Sunday.

Mountain Mike’s Pizza: The chain’s pepperoni pizzas are available in the shape of a heart through Feb. 28.

Papa Gino’s Pizzeria: Heart-shaped small traditional crust pizzas are available through Sunday and served uncut.

Papa John’s: Heart-shaped pizza is available through Sunday. Order using promo code VALENTINE to get for $11. Get the heart-shaped pizza with a heart-shaped brownie for $16 with promo code BEMINE. The pizza comes uncut.

Papa Murphy’s: The HeartBaker Pizza is available through Sunday.

Peter Piper Pizza: Get a large one-topping heart-shaped pizza plus a large crunch dessert for $15.99 at Arizona and New Mexico locations. Available for online ordering and third-party delivery.

Pizza Guys: Get a large one-topping heart-shaped pizza at all locations. Prices vary.

Pizza Hut: The heart-shaped pizza is made on a hand-tossed crust and served uncut. Prices and participation vary.

Portillo’s: The chain has heart-shaped chocolate cakes for $15.99.

Slim Chickens: Through Sunday, get heart-shaped waffles at participating locations.

Valentine’s Day contests, sweepstakes

Grape-Nuts: To apologize for the Grape-Nuts Shortage of 2021, the brand is holding a contest through March 19 where 10 fans will win free Grape-Nuts for a year. For entering the contest, consumers will be notified when the cereal is back and full capacity and will get a coupon for $1.50 off the cereal. Sign up at www.facebook.com/grapenutscereal.

Noosa: The yogurt brand has sweepstakes through Sunday where fans can enter to win a “Yoguzzi” gadget, yogurt and swag. Enter at  www.noosayoghurt.com.

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The biggest awards and movie deals from the 2021 Sundance Film Festival

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SALT LAKE CITY — As the 2020 movie awards season got underway Wednesday with the announcement of Golden Globe nominees, the Sundance Film Festival also wrapped up the first major event of the new movie year.

Awards for the 2021 Sundance festival were presented Tuesday evening. The festival, which was held virtually online for the first time, started on Thursday and ends today.

The Grand Jury Prize winners for this year’s Sundance were “CODA,” which took the top prize in the U.S. Dramatic competition, “Summer of Soul (…Or, When The Revolution Could Not Be Televised)” in U.S. Documentary competition, “Hive” in World Cinema Dramatic competition and “Flee” in World Cinema Documentary competition.

“This was not a ‘virtual’ festival, it was a real festival and the power of these artists and their work was what made it so,” Sundance Film Festival Director Tabitha Jackson said in a news release Tuesday. “It has been a privilege to help this work meet new audiences and enter the culture with such fanfare, especially now, when breaking through the noise is harder than ever.”

“CODA,” “Summer of Soul” and “Hive” also took home audience awards, as well as the Indian documentary “Writing With Fire” and the drama “Ma Belle, My Beauty.” The full list of awards can be found at this link.

A still from Summer Of Soul (…Or, When The Revolution Could Not Be Televised) by Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson, an official selection of the U.S. Documentary Competition at the 2021 Sundance Film Festival. (Photo: Courtesy of Sundance Institute | photo by Mass Distraction Media)

In addition to all the awards, “CODA” also brought home the bacon — Apple’s $25 million acquisition of the film smashed the previous record for biggest deal out of Sundance. That was previously held by the Andy Samberg comedy “Palm Springs,” which sold to Neon and Hulu at last year’s festival for a reported $22 million.

Sundance Institute CEO Keri Putnam also touted the creative work showcased at this year’s film festival.

“Watching people come together to connect and discuss exciting new work has been incredibly rewarding — and a resounding confirmation that great independent storytelling inspires rich conversation,” Putnam said.

Here’s a look at the rest of the deals reported out of Sundance this year so far.

‘Ailey’

Distributor Neon picked up the documentary “Ailey,” which is about the dancer and choreographer Alvin Ailey, for an undisclosed sum, according to the Hollywood Reporter. It’s directed by Jamila Wignot.

‘CODA’

“CODA,” Sian Heder’s drama about a child of deaf adults who is the only hearing member of her family, went for a record-breaking $25 million at Sundance, according to Variety. Apple Studios won the rights to distribute the film after a bidding war between several other major distributors, Variety reported.

‘Cryptozoo’

Dash Shaw’s eclectic adult animation film sold to Magnolia Pictures, according to Variety. The film follows two lovers who dash off to the woods for a date, stumbling upon a park full of fantasy creatures. It features voice acting from Lake Bell, Michael Cera and Zoe Kazan.

A still from “Flee” by Jonas Poher Rasmussen, an official selection of the World Cinema Documentary Competition at the 2021 Sundance Film Festival. (Photo: Courtesy of Sundance Institute)

‘Flee’

Neon’s second pickup from this year’s Sundance is the animated documentary “Flee.” It sold to Neon in a partnership with Participant for a seven-figure deal, according to Deadline. Directed by Jonas Poher Rasmussen, “Flee” documents an Afghan refugee’s tale of persecution and escape.

‘Jockey’

Clifton Collins Jr. earned a Sundance special jury prize for best actor for “Jockey,” which sold to Sony Pictures Classics, according to Deadline. Collins plays an aging horse racer who is reconciling with his deteriorating health when he encounters a rookie rider who claims to be his long-lost son.

‘Playing With Sharks’

National Geographic Documentary Films bought distribution rights to the documentary “Playing With Sharks,” according to the Hollywood Reporter. The movie features Australian conservationist and filmmaker Valerie Taylor.

‘Superior’

Visit Films acquired the rights to distribute the neo-noir “Superior,” which features two twin sisters who meet under mysterious circumstances, according to Screen Daily.

Nick Cassavetes and Nic Cage appears in Prisoners of the Ghostland by Sion Sono, an official selection of the Premieres section at the 2021 Sundance Film Festival. (Photo: Courtesy of Sundance Institute)

Deals completed before the festival began

  • “A Glitch In The Matrix”: Magnolia Pictures announced it acquired the documentary, which examines simulation theory, late last year, according to The Wrap.
  • “The Most Beautiful Boy In The World”: Juno Films acquired North American distribution rights for this documentary, Deadline reported. The movie documents the life of former child acting star Björn Andrésen.
  • “Prisoners of the Ghostland”: RLJE Films will release the zany Nicolas Cage action flick, according to The Wrap. The distributor previously released the art house titles “Mandy” and “Color Out Of Space,” which both also featured Cage.
  • “Together Together”: Bleecker Street acquired distribution rights for the comedy, which stars Ed Helms and Patti Harrison, according to Variety.

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Kushner, deputy nominated for Nobel Peace Prize over Israel deals

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Jared Kushner, the White House adviser under former President Trump, was nominated Sunday for the Nobel Peace Prize over his efforts in negotiating deals between Israel, the United Arab Emirates and other countries in the region over a hectic four-month period last year.

Reuters reported that Kushner and Avi Berkowitz, his former deputy, were nominated by Alan Dershowitz, the professor emeritus of Harvard Law School. Reuters called the deals the “most significant diplomatic breakthroughs in the Middle East in 25 years,” and many Trump supporters said the media downplayed their magnitude in order to hurt his chances at reelection.

The Trump administration brokered peace agreements between Israel, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Sudan and Morocco. Kushner told Fox News in October that there have been “people in Washington for 30, 40 years” who were “never able to work on a single foreign transaction.”

He joked that peace deals are “much harder than President Trump is making them look.”

Kushner said “people have been very critical of the president over the last three years for whatever he does… but the reality is he’s taken a different approach on how to deal with Washington, he took a different approach in the Middle East and he’s put up results.”

Bahrain joined the United Arab Emirates at a festive White House ceremony in the fall marking the “Abraham Accords,” a pair of U.S.-brokered diplomatic pacts with Israel. While the UAE’s deal with Israel formally established ties, the agreement with Bahrain was less detailed and included a mutual pledge to follow suit.

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The Palestinians severed ties with the Trump White House, accusing it of being unfairly biased toward Israel. U.S. officials have in turn cultivated ties between Israel and Arab states, hoping to increase pressure on the Palestinians to reduce past demands in peace talks.

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The Reuters report said that President Biden is in the process of reviewing Trump’s deals and mentioned that it is unclear if Trump’s exit from the White House will hurt Kushner’s chances of receiving the prize.

Dershowitz told Fox News in a statement, “The Nobel Peace Prize is not for popularity. Nor is it an assessment of what the international community may think of those who helped bring about peace. It is an award for fulfilling the daunting criteria set out by Alfred Nobel in his will. These men, and the Abraham accords, they helped produce, meet these criteria better than any other person or groups eligible for the award.”

Fox News’ Talia Kaplan and the Associated Press contributed to this report

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January 2021 has been full of important news, but it’s been a bit lousy when it comes to deals. Still, we’ve done our part in scouring all of the major retailers for discounts on products we care about (and we think you care about, too). There aren’t many brand-new deals to be found in this week’s dispatch, but go ahead and take a look if you haven’t been following them closely.

If you feel caught up on deals, here’s a reminder that you can hang out here to have a quiet moment from all of the ongoing GameStop and AMC stock drama. Then again, if this is the first time you’re hearing about all of that and want to hear more, check out my colleague Liz Lopatto’s Big Picture video that’s all about it.

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Sony’s WH-1000XM4 headphones are $278, and well worth it

Once in a blue moon, Sony’s latest flagship wireless headphones with active noise cancellation and excellent sound see a deep discount. That’s happening now, actually, and you can save $72 on the WH-1000XM4 — headphones I’d spring for immediately if I wasn’t still well-served by their predecessor. This model is considerably better, though, with support for simultaneous Bluetooth connections, and it has an automatic pause function when you remove them.

I’ve listed a few links below, but this deal is also happening at Adorama, where you can get the headphones with a 20,800mAh power bank for no extra cost.

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Razer’s cheaper Opus headphones are $60 off

For something far less expensive (and really, not all that different), Razer’s Opus wireless, noise-canceling headphones are $140 at Amazon. They’re normally $200. For this price, it’s a good deal considering these over-ear cans can automatically play and pause music when you put them on, and they have active noise cancellation and USB-C charging.

Razer Opus

Prices taken at time of publishing.

The Opus are Razer’s everyday noise-canceling headphones and come with a comfortable fit, USB-C charging, and good sound quality.

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Get a simple smart clock with four smart bulbs for just $30

Best Buy is hosting a fantastic deal on a smart home starter kit of sorts. Lenovo’s Smart Clock Essential (review by Dan Seifert here) is usually $50 on its own, but it’s in this kit alongside a four-pack of C by GE white 60W LED bulbs that you can control with your voice via Google Assistant, which is what the Smart Clock Essential has built in.

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Apple’s Magic Keyboard is still $100 off at Walmart

Walmart’s exclusive deal on the Apple Magic Keyboard has lasted far longer than I expected it to. Normally $299, it’s $199 now. It’ll work with the 11-inch iPad Pro or the latest iPad Air (also released in 2020, with USB-C charging). When you pop it on, it will grant your tablet its very own dedicated keyboard and trackpad. It essentially provides a laptop-like experience, in case you’re trying to get more done and don’t want to lug around too many devices.

Apple Magic Keyboard

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This version of Apple’s Magic Keyboard can fit the iPad Pro (11-inch) or the new iPad Air that charges via USB-C. It provides a set of backlit keys and a trackpad so you can be more productive or perhaps horse around with more efficiency.

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Exclusive: China’s Huawei in talks to sell premium smartphone brands P and Mate – sources

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(Reuters) – China’s Huawei Technologies Co Ltd is in early-stage talks to sell its premium smartphone brands P and Mate, two people with direct knowledge of the matter said, a move that could see the company eventually exit from the high-end smartphone-making business.

FILE PHOTO: The Huawei logo is seen at the IFA consumer technology fair, amid the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Berlin, Germany September 3, 2020. REUTERS/Michele Tantussi

The talks between the world’s largest telecommunications equipment maker and a consortium led by Shanghai government-backed investment firms have been going on for months, the people said, declining to be identified as the discussions were confidential.

Huawei started to internally explore the possibility of selling the brands as early as last September, according to one of the sources. The two sources were not privy to the valuation placed on the brands by Huawei.

Shipments of Mate and P Series phones were worth $39.7 billion between Q3 2019 and Q3 2020, according to consultancy IDC.

However, Huawei has yet to make a final decision on the sale and the talks might not conclude successfully, according to the two sources, as the company is still trying to manufacture at home its in-house designed high-end Kirin chips which power its smartphones.

“Huawei has learned there are unsubstantiated rumours circulating regarding the possible sale of our flagship smartphone brands,” a Huawei spokesman said. “There is no merit to these rumours whatsoever. Huawei has no such plan.”

The Shanghai government said it was not aware of the situation and declined to comment further.

The potential sale of Huawei’s premium smartphone lines suggests the company has little hope that the new Biden administration will have a change of heart towards the supply chain restrictions placed on Huawei since May 2019, the two people said.

The Shanghai government-backed investment firms may form a consortium with Huawei’s dealers to take over the P and Mate brands, according to the second person, a similar model to the Honor deal. Huawei is also likely to keep its existing P& Mate management team for the new entity, if the deal goes through, the two people said.

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Huawei, the world’s biggest telecoms equipment vendor and No.2 smartphone maker, last November announced the sale of its budget phone brand Honor to a consortium of 30 dealers led by a company backed by the Shenzhen government.

The second source said the all-cash sale fetched more than 100 billion yuan ($15.5 billion). Honor declined to comment.

The Honor sale was aimed at keeping the budget brand alive, as sanctions slapped on Huawei by the United States had hampered the unit’s supply chain and cut off the company’s access to key hardware like chips and software such as Alphabet Inc’s Google Mobile Services.

Huawei may have a similar objective in pursuing the sale of the mobile brands. The two sources said that Huawei’s latest plans for the two high-end brands were motivated by insufficient chip supplies.

Washington says that Huawei is a national security threat, which Huawei has repeatedly denied.

On Friday, Honor indicated that the goal of the spin-off had been reached by announcing it had formed partnerships with chip makers such as Intel and Qualcomm and launched a new phone.

Last year, the company’s Consumer Business Group Chief Executive Richard Yu said U.S. restrictions meant Huawei would soon stop making Kirin chips. Analysts expect its stockpile of the chips to run out this year.

Huawei’s HiSilicon division relies on software from U.S. companies such as Cadence Design Systems Inc or Synopsys Inc to design its chips and it outsources the production to Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC), which uses equipment from U.S. companies.

The P and Mate phone series are among the top players in the higher-end smartphone market in China and compete with Apple’s iPhone, Xiaomi Corp’s Mi and Mix series and OPPO’s Find series.

The two brands contributed nearly 40% to Huawei’s total sales over the third quarter of 2020, according to market research firm Counterpoint.

Analysts have already noted recent insufficient supplies of the flagship P40 and Mate40 series due to a severe components shortage.

“We expect a continuous decline in sales of P and Mate series smartphones through Q1 2021,” said Flora Tang, an analyst at Counterpoint.

Reporting by Julie Zhu, Yingzhi Yang and David Kirton, Additional reporting by Brenda Goh; Editing by Sumeet Chatterjee & Shri Navaratnam

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Today’s best tech deals: Apple Magic Keyboard, Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, and more

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Today’s Dealmaster includes a notable discount on Apple’s Magic Keyboard accessory for iPads, with the model designed for the iPad Air and 11-inch iPad Pro down to $199. That’s $90 off the device’s usual street price and the steepest discount we’ve tracked to date. We were impressed with the Magic Keyboard because of its build quality and typing experience—it’s just obscenely expensive for a keyboard accessory, but this deal softens the blow somewhat.
Elsewhere, our deal roundup includes the lowest price we’ve seen on Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, a massive action-RPG we enjoyed last year; a nice discount on Eufy’s Indoor Cam 2K, an indoor security camera we recommended in our 2020 holiday gift guide; the latest iPad Air and Apple Watch; recommended gaming headsets and keyboards; and more. You can check out the full rundown below.

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Enlarge / Assassin’s Creed: Valhalla.

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Video game deals

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Enlarge / Microsoft’s Xbox Game Pass Ultimate gets you access to a lot of games for a monthly fee.

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Gaming deals

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Electronics deals

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Smart home device deals

Enlarge / Here’s the iPad Air with Apple’s Magic Keyboard and trackpad.

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Accessories and miscellaneous deals

  • Apple Magic Keyboard for 11-inch iPad Pro (2nd gen) and iPad Air (4th gen) for $199 at Amazon and Walmart (normally $289).
  • Prime only: Aukey Omnia Mini PA-B1 20W USB-C PD wall charger for $10.12 at Amazon (normally $15).
  • Prime only: Aukey PA-B3 USB-C wall charger—65W total, 65W USB-C PD, USB-A, GaN for $24.99 at Amazon (clip $5 coupon—normally $38).
  • RavPower RP-PC112 61W USB-C PD wall charger for $19.99 at RavPower (use code: 112GAN—normally $28).
  • Anker PowerLine II (3ft) USB-C to Lightning cable for $9.38 at Amazon (normally $13).
  • Samsung EVO Select (128GB) microSDXC card—UHS-I, U3 for $17.99 at Amazon and Samsung (normally $20).
  • Samsung EVO Select (512GB) microSDXC card—UHS-I, U3 for $64.99 at Amazon and Samsung (normally $20).
  • Watchmen (Blu-ray + digital) for $13.99 at Amazon and Best Buy (normally $23).

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