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Top Star Wars Day deals: New releases and freebies to shop on May the 4th
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Star Wars Day is an unofficial holiday celebrated every year on May 4 — as in, “May the 4th” (as in, “May the Force be with you”). And every year, we see retailers release limited-time discounts and Star Wars product launches in honor of the geeky occasion.
In 2025, May the 4th happens to coincide with the 20th anniversary of Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith, which was back in theaters for a short run in late April. As such, a lot of this year’s releases embrace the Dark Side. (Is there anything that can’t be turned into some variation of Darth Vader’s helmet? Apparently not.)
Below, we’re keeping a running list of all the best May the 4th sales and drops from across the web. It must be said: These are the Star Wars Day deals you’re looking for.
The Lego Store — shop new sets and score some freebies
The Lego Store’s busy Star Wars Day programming runs in stores and online from May 1 to 5. It’s headlined by the release of several brand-new sets, including a 2,970-piece build of bounty hunter Jango Fett’s starship (the latest addition to Lego’s Ultimate Collector Series).
Most importantly, if you live near a Lego Store, swing by on Sunday, May 4 from 12 to 2 p.m. local time for a free make-and-take Grogu model. You can also shop these Star Wars Lego sets:
Shoppers who spend a certain amount of money can also snag exclusive freebies from the Lego Store, so long as they’re signed up for its Lego Insiders rewards program. (It’s free to join.) Starting May 1, purchases of $40 or more come with a free Millennium Falcon Mini-Build worth $4.99, and purchases of $160 or more unlock a free Kamino Training Facility set worth $29.99.
Amazon — save on a new Star Wars Echo Dot bundle
The retail giant is set to release a new limited-edition TIE Fighter stand for its latest Echo Dot on May 6. If you’d like to preorder it ahead of time, you can save $12 by bundling it with the smart speaker.
Amazon has a lot more Star Wars day deals, with Funko Pop! figures starting at just $3.99, Lego sets up to 31% off, and select deals on video games from the franchise.
Audio-Technica — shop limited-edition Star Wars earbuds
Audio-Technica, a Japanese audio company, teamed up with Lucasfilm and Disney Consumer Products for four limited-edition sets of wireless earbuds inspired by Star Wars icons: the Mandalorian, Grogu, Darth Vader, and R2-D2. Each pair comes with a matching charging case (complete with sound effects) that adds up to 40 hours of listening time to their 25-hour battery life. They’re now available for preorder for $179 apiece.
Casetify — shop new Star Wars tech accessories
Casetify is expanding its Star Wars collab with a new “Rebellion and Empire” collection packed with limited-edition designs for gadget cases, chargers, and charms. The (Death) star of the lineup is definitely the $138 Darth Vader AirPods Case Collector’s Edition, which can play ominous breathing sound effects at the touch of a button. Prices start at $32.
Funko — buy two Star Wars items, get one free
The pop culture collectible company’s online store has an extensive line of Star Wars-themed Funko Pop! figurines, including exclusive vinyl bobbleheads of the Mandalorian (with Grogu), Darth Vader, Rey Skywalker, Kylo Ren, and Admiral Ackbar. Add three items to your cart, and you’ll get the cheapest one for free. Prices start at just $3.
Nanoleaf — save on select lighting kits, including new Star Wars bundles
Nanoleaf’s Star Wars Day sale features two new limited-edition smart lighting bundles that build into the shapes of Yoda and R2-D2 — a subtle way to rep your fandom in an office or gaming room. The sale runs through May 5, and prices start at $7.99.
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Microsoft Store — save up to 85% on select Xbox Star Wars games
Virtually every Star Wars video game and DLC for Xbox is on sale in the Microsoft Store through May 5, with the biggest discounts going to 2019’s Jedi: Fallen Order, 2020’s Squadrons, and an EA bundle that combines them with 2017’s Battlefront II and its Celebration Edition upgrade. Prices start at only $2.44. (Let’s hope you already owned a current-gen Xbox prior to May 1, when they got significantly more expensive because of “market conditions and the rising cost of development,” per a company statement.)
Ruggable — save 15% on washable Star Wars rugs
Our reviewer found Ruggable’s washable rugs to be soft and durable, but pricier than similar options from other brands. All the better since its entire collection of Star Wars designs is 15% off through May 6, including area rugs and doormats. Prices start at $101.10.
Target — save on all sorts of Star Wars gear
The bullseye brand’s Star Wars Day sale features 50 pages of deals on franchise merch and collectibles, from Lego sets to action figures, clothing, bedding, glassware, and books; prices start at $4.99. As part of the event, Target is also giving shoppers who spend at least $25 on Apple gift cards a free bonus bundle for the mobile game Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes. That offer is valid through May 20.
UPDATE: May. 4, 2025, 11:44 a.m. EDT This guide was updated with additional deals from the Amazon Star Wars Day promotion.
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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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