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The Office Remake Is Repeating An American Mistake
The Office is getting its latest international remake as Australia takes its shot at the beloved workplace sitcom. Unfortunately, the first trailer for the new show has already turned the internet against the show, with criticisms ranging from legitimate to openly misogynistic.
While some of the criticism is overblown, I do believe it repeats the US version’s biggest mistake. It feels like a cheap imitation of an earlier show.
In terms of its whacky tone, quirky characters, and even visual style, The Office’s latest remake leans too heavily on the popular US version.
In terms of its whacky tone, quirky characters, and even visual style, The Office’s latest remake leans too heavily on the popular US version. The show’s delivery and look feel too familiar, coming across more like a parody of the US version than a unique new show. The trailer simply didn’t do enough to set itself apart from previous iterations.
Check out the trailer for The Office remake and see for yourself.
The trailer for The Office remake focuses heavily on Hannah Howard, the show’s tactless manager, and her crony Lizzie. These characters are very clearly channeling their American counterparts, Michael and Dwight with Hannah being obsessed with her work “family” and Lizzie’s excentricities on full display. They seem too similar to the American characters and will struggle to escape their shadow.
To be fair to the latest Office remake, the American version made the exact same mistake in 2005
To be fair to the latest Office remake, the American version made the exact same mistake in 2005. The show’s first season was a watered-down version of the UK show, without a hint of the originality it would eventually develop. Despite considering it one of my favorite shows, I hated the first season and wrote the show off entirely, rediscovering it a few seasons later when it had found its footing.
I was mostly unimpressed with The Office remake trailer, but I think it deserves a chance to develop the way the US version did. There’s no reason to think the Australian show won’t grow and find unique ideas rooted inside the everyday workplace premise. As a fan of the US and UK versions, I welcome a new take on the show and I think fans should reserve their judgment until it’s had a chance to find its voice.
In other words, while the franchise hasn’t learned from its mistakes I plan to learn from my own. I missed out on enjoying The Office as it was coming out for years because I rushed to judgment on it, I’m not going to do that with this remake. The franchise has earned enough goodwill for me to give the show a couple of seasons before I move on.
It’s also worth pointing out that all of this speculation about The Office remake, including my own, is coming from a trailer. Sitcoms rarely work well in trailers with jokes losing their organic timing and frame of reference. At the very minimum, I implore people to reserve judgment until they’ve seen an actual episode.
I hope that the Australian version of The Office can find its footing faster than the US remake did because the reaction to the trailer makes it clear most fans won’t give the show a second chance. Many fans seem more than willing not to give it a first chance. I for one am ignoring the underwhelming trailer and waiting for the Amazon show to come out on October 18th.
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Best Mothers Day gifts: Show mom some love
Mother figures are the backbone of the world. Yours may be your biological mother, or maybe she’s your mother-in-law, your best friend’s mom, or simply someone whose motherly instinct has helped you through hard times.
Moms teach you the adulting necessities, give advice even if the problem is your fault, and above all, they put up with your shit and (almost) never complain.
The game plan here isn’t just to snag the last bouquet at CVS just so you’re not the kid who forgot Mother’s Day (but definitely also get flowers). And you don’t even need to spend a lot of money. (Peep our list of Mother’s Day gifts that cost less than $50. Want even more cheap gift ideas?
Skip the generic mugs and show your appreciation with a gift picked just for her: Whether it’s something to make a part of her life easier, something she’s mentioned wanting in passing, or simply something to make her feel like a damn queen, you can’t put a price on everything she’s done for you, but heartfelt gifts certainly help.
After all, they say “No matter how hard you try, you always end up like your mother.” But is that even a bad thing?
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Ban subscriptions and get Microsoft Office 2024 for life for just £121
TL;DR: Grab Microsoft Office 2024 Home and Business for PC or Mac for just £120.54 through June 1.
You wouldn’t keep paying for Netflix if you could own your favorite shows, right? So why are you still subscribing to Office apps you use every day? Microsoft 365’s price keeps going up, but there’s finally a way to break free — and it’ll cost you way less in the long run.
Microsoft Office 2024 is the answer you’ve been looking for. Instead of monthly payments, simply pay £120.54 once and be set for life (reg. £188.37). It’s that simple. And, yes, this lifetime download works for PC or Mac.
What’s included?
This license comes with:
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Word
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Excel
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PowerPoint
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Outlook
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OneNote
The newest version of Microsoft Office is a little different from Microsoft 365. But just because you’re switching to a lifetime license doesn’t mean you’ll miss out on some of the most recent updates. Word and Excel both still have AI integrations for text suggestions and smart data analysis, and PowerPoint still has improved tools for recorded presentations.
Once you’ve redeemed your purchase, you can install your apps on one computer. After that, they’re yours to use however you want. No more subscription fees or sudden price hikes to worry about.
Why rent when you can own?
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Wordle today: Answer, hints for May 9, 2025
Oh hey there! If you’re here, it must be time for Wordle. As always, we’re serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today’s answer.
If you just want to be told today’s word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today’s Wordle solution revealed. But if you’d rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.
Where did Wordle come from?
Originally created by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, Wordle rapidly spread to become an international phenomenon, with thousands of people around the globe playing every day. Alternate Wordle versions created by fans also sprang up, including battle royale Squabble, music identification game Heardle, and variations like Dordle and Quordle that make you guess multiple words at once.
Wordle eventually became so popular that it was purchased by the New York Times, and TikTok creators even livestream themselves playing.
What’s the best Wordle starting word?
The best Wordle starting word is the one that speaks to you. But if you prefer to be strategic in your approach, we have a few ideas to help you pick a word that might help you find the solution faster. One tip is to select a word that includes at least two different vowels, plus some common consonants like S, T, R, or N.
What happened to the Wordle archive?
The entire archive of past Wordle puzzles was originally available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it, but it was later taken down, with the website’s creator stating it was done at the request of the New York Times. However, the New York Times then rolled out its own Wordle Archive, available only to NYT Games subscribers.
Is Wordle getting harder?
It might feel like Wordle is getting harder, but it actually isn’t any more difficult than when it first began. You can turn on Wordle‘s Hard Mode if you’re after more of a challenge, though.
Here’s a subtle hint for today’s Wordle answer:
Gibberish.
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Does today’s Wordle answer have a double letter?
There are no recurring letters.
Today’s Wordle is a 5-letter word that starts with…
Today’s Wordle starts with the letter T.
The Wordle answer today is…
Get your last guesses in now, because it’s your final chance to solve today’s Wordle before we reveal the solution.
Drumroll please!
The solution to today’s Wordle is…
TRIPE.
Don’t feel down if you didn’t manage to guess it this time. There will be a new Wordle for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we’ll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.
Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today’s Strands.
Reporting by Chance Townsend, Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.
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