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Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour Book Drops on Black Friday: Here’s Your First Look, Plus How to Order Online

November 27, 2024

All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Get ready, Swifties! Taylor Swift‘s highly anticipated tour book hits Target shelves on Black Friday, and we’re getting more details on […]

How to Watch Michigan Wolverines vs. Ohio State Buckeyes Online Without Cable

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November 27, 2024

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During your post-Thanksgiving turkey (or Tofurky) hangover, you can watch one of ‘s oldest and most heated rivalries go head-to-head for bragging rights and glory in the Big Ten Conference.

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The Michigan Wolverines (6-5) take on the Ohio State Buckeyes (10-1) at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio, on Saturday, Nov. 30.

When Does Michigan vs. Ohio State Start?

The Michigan vs. Ohio State game broadcasts live, with kickoff at noon ET/9 a.m. PT. The college football rivalry game airs on Fox.

Where to Watch Michigan vs. Ohio State for Free

For cord-cutters, there are a few ways to watch Michigan Wolverines vs. Ohio State Buckeyes, if you don’t have cable — especially if you want to watch for free. DirecTV Stream has a five-day free trial, while other streaming services — such as Hulu + Live TV and Fubo — also offer free trials, so you can watch Fox for free.

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Keep reading for more details on how to watch the Michigan-Ohio State game with DirecTV Stream, Hulu + Live TV and Fubo.

How to Watch Michigan vs. Ohio State with DirecTV Stream

A subscription to DirecTV Stream — which comes with Fox for Wolverines vs. Buckeyes — gets you access to live TV, local and cable channels, starting at $74.99 per month. The service even offers a five-day free trial to watch for free, if you sign up now.

You can watch local networks such as NBC, CBS, ABC, and PBS, while you can also watch many cable networks, including ESPN, FS1, Lifetime, FX, AMC, A&E, Bravo, BET, MTV, Paramount Network, Cartoon Network, VH1, Fuse, CNN, Food Network, CNBC and many others.

How to Watch Michigan vs. Ohio State with Hulu + Live TV

The Michigan Wolverines vs. Ohio State Buckeyes on Fox is available to watch with Hulu + Live TV too. Prices for the cable alternative start at $82.99 per month, while each plan comes with Hulu, Disney+ and ESPN+ at no additional cost.

Hulu + Live TV might be best for those who want all of these streaming services together in one bundle. It also features many other networks, including ESPN, CBS, Hallmark Channel, BET, CMT, Disney Channel, NBC, Fox Sports and more.

How to Watch Michigan vs. Ohio State with Fubo

To watch Wolverines vs. Buckeyes on Fox, Fubo starts at $49.99 per month (the streamer’s current deal) with nearly 200 channels — including local and cable — that are streamable on smart TVs, smartphones, tablets and on web browsers. And with a seven-day free trial, you can watch for free, if you act fast and sign up now.

The service even gets you live access to local broadcast networks including NBC, ABC and CBS, while it also has dozens of cable networks, such as ESPN, Bravo, CMT, ID, TV Land, VH1, TLC, E!, FS1, MTV, FX, Ion, OWN, Paramount Network and much more.

Who Is Performing During Michigan vs. Ohio State Halftime Show

Since the game is at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio, the Ohio State Buckeyes marching band is set to perform at halftime. In fact, the rivalry between Michigan and Ohio State is so heated that even their marching bands get into it with playful trolling.

How to Buy Michigan vs. Ohio State Tickets Online

Want to attend the rivalry game in person? There are still last-minute tickets to Michigan vs. Ohio State available via Vivid Seats (get $20 off purchases of $200 and over with code BB2024), SeatGeek (your first purchases can get $10 off ticket order $250 and with code BILLBOARD10), StubHub and GameTime (score $20 off ticket orders of $150 and over with code SAVE20). Prices vary depending on the city and seats available.

Moreover, you can save $150 off when you spend $500 with promo code BILLBOARD150, or $300 off when you spend $1,000 with promo code BILLBOARD300 at TicketNetwork.com.

Starting at 12 p.m. ET/9 a.m. PT, Michigan Wolverines vs. Ohio State Buckeyes broadcast on Fox, while it’s also available to livestream with DirecTV Stream on Saturday, Nov. 30.

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Bowen Yang Breaks Down How Ariana Grande Brought Her Game Night ‘SNL’ Sketch to Life

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November 27, 2024

Back in October, Ariana Grande wowed audiences with her comedy chops while hosting Saturday Night Live — and in a new interview, her Wicked co-star Bowen Yang is breaking down how one of the audience’s favorite sketches came directly from Grande. In an Interview Magazine conversation with SNL legend Will Ferrell, Yang explained that the […]

Hulu’s Black Friday Deal Gets You Starz Add-On for 99 Cents: Here’s How to Redeem

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November 27, 2024

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Holiday savings are coming earlier this year as Black Friday deals continue to kick off. Hulu is even treating subscribers new and current to a major discount that gets you Starz on Hulu for only $0.99/month for an entire year. It’s only going on for six days though so you’ll have to act fast.

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In addition to the entire Hulu library, you’ll also be able to stream every new and exclusive program on Starz, including new episodes of season seven, part two of Outlander, Sweetpea, BMF, Gaslit, Mary & George, P-Valley, Minx, Party Down and Power Book IV: Force.

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The deal kicked off on Wednesday (Nov. 27) and will go until Monday (Dec. 2), giving you almost a week to take advantage of the sale. Normally, the Starz add-on is priced at $9.99, but with this Black Friday deal, you’ll get Starz on Hulu for 90% off, giving you a total of $108 in savings.

Keep reading to learn how to score the discount.

How to Get Starz on Hulu for Just $1/Month

The Starz add-on deal is available to new and current subscribers of Hulu who don’t already have the Starz add-on, or current Hulu subscribers who have had Starz inactive for at least one month.

If you already have a Hulu membership, you can redeem the Hulu Black Friday deal by logging into your account, going into you account settings and selecting manage add-ons. You’ll want to scroll through the list of available premium channels and select Starz. Once you confirm your purchase, you’ll get immediate access to all of the Starz content — no promo code required.

Don’t have a Hulu subscription? New users get a 30-day free trial when you sign up for Hulu’s ad-supported plan ($9.99/month) or ad-free plan ($18.99/month). Once the free trial is over, you’ll be charged the regular subscription price based on the plan you choose at checkout. To get the Starz on Hulu deal, you’ll want to choose Starz as an add-on to your plan.

The Starz on Hulu Black Friday discount is available through all of Hulu’s plans — including its bundle with Disney+, ESPN+ and Max that’ll expand your content offerings further starting at only $16.99/month. For live TV offerings, you can sign up for Hulu + Live TV for $82.99/month and automatically have Disney+ and ESPN+ bundled for no extra cost in addition to more than 95 live channels to watch.

Besides new and original shows and movies from Starz, you can also look forward to streaming the entire Hulu library including popular content such as Only Murders in the Building, Tell Me Lies, Shogun, The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, Under the Bridge, The Veil, The Bear, Castle Rock, The Great, Black Cake, We Were the Lucky Ones and The Kardashians.

Flavor Flav Wants You to Remember Your Sober Friends This Holiday Season: Here Are 5 Non-Alcoholic Beverages to Shop

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November 26, 2024

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Toasting to the holidays usually means throwing back a few adult beverages, but Flavor Flav wants you to remember your sober friends and family this holiday season.

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“Note for the upcoming holiday season, some of us are on a sobriety journey and mocktails or non-alcoholic beer options make a big difference,” Flav wrote on X on Tuesday (Nov. 26).

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Note for the upcoming holiday season,,, some of us are on a sobriety journey and mocktails or non-alcoholic beer options make a big difference 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾— FLAVOR FLAV (@FlavorFlav) November 26, 2024

Flav, 65, celebrated four years of sobriety last month, and he’s not the only musician on a sober journey. Travis Barker, Demi Lovato, Stevie Nicks, Elton John, Ringo Starr and Jack Harlow are some of the celebrities who have spoken up about sobriety.

In the spirit of all things merry, we’ve rounded up five of the best non-alcoholic beverages to enjoy for the holidays, Dry January and beyond. See below for a list of mocktails, non-alcoholic beer and other zero-proof tonics.

De Soi

De Soi Golden Hour

$17

$20

15% off

Cheers to Golden Hour! This booze-free beverage features warm notes of citrus, lemongrass and leafy herbs.

Katy Perry and Morgan McLachlan co-created De Soi, a sparkling line of non-alcoholic apéritifs. The drink line includes Italian-style spritzes, rose, red wine alternatives and other beverages made with natural ingredients such as lemon balm and L-theanine derived from green tea, black currant, tart cherry, vanilla, citrus, crisp white grape gentian root and other botanicals known to “enhance focus and promote relaxation” according to the product description.

Heineken

Heineken 0.0 Non-Alcoholic

Non-alcoholic beer might be easier to find from well know brands such as Heineken.

The brand’s alcohol-free, Heineken Zero tastes surprisingly similar to the real thing (and only 69 calories). Samuel Adams, Budweiser and Corona are a few other popular brands that have released non-alcoholic beer.

Three Spirit

The Alchemist’s Selection

$129

$144

10% off

A little bit of everything! The Alchemist’s Selection has four, non-alcoholic elixirs channeling different moods. Livener is an energizing beverage, Social is a “floaty” herbal drink, Sharp is a non-alcoholic wine alternative and Nightcap is “calming, woody and mellow.”

Three Spirit describes its process as “botanical alchemy” – a focus on what goes inside the drinks versus what’s missing. Created by bartenders, Three Spirits’ award-winning, non-alcoholic beverages feature plant-based ingredients such as lion’s mane, damiana, Schisandra, lemon balm, California poppy, cacao, clary sage, valerian root, turmeric and guava leaf.

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Recess Zero Proof Craft Mocktails, Alcohol Free Drinks (Happy Hour Sampler, 12oz, Pack of 12)

From lime margarita to a classic cosmo, island spritz and grapefruit paloma, Recess is taking care of happy.

Choose your mocktail! Recess offers a selection of classic mocktails made with natural ingredients to help you wind down.

Mingle Cocktails

Mingle Cocktails Blood Orange Elderflower Mimosa (12 Pack)

Ready to Mingle? This citrusy mocktail makes a nice alternative to champagne.

Mingle Mocktails features all natural, plant-based, gluten-free ingredients and yummy concoctions such as Key Lime Margarita, Cranberry Cosmo, Blackberry Hibiscus Bellini, Cucumber Melon Mojito and Blood Orange Elderflower Mimosa.

Now that we have the drink menu covered, it’s time to start shopping for holiday gifts. Need some inspiration? Check out the Shop 100.

Nicki Minaj’s Pink Friday Nails Are 50% Off for Black Friday: Here Are the Best Press-On Styles to Shop

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November 26, 2024

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Nicki Minaj‘s nail collection brings bold and fancy styles to your fingertips. Her official beauty brand Pink Friday Nails is offering 50% off the “Starships” singer’s signature holiday styles in the form of glamorous Pink Friday press-on nails.

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The deals are only going on for a limited time, so hurry before these budget-friendly discounts run out. Keep in mind: Not all nail styles are on sale, so we included a list of the top five best styles worth splurging on.

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Whether you’re after celebrity-approved nails for yourself or searching for the perfect holiday gift, we’ve put together a list of the top five press-on nails from Minaj’s Pink Friday collection. Pink Friday Nails were created in collaboration with Nicki’s nail tech Yvett Garcia back in March 2024, so these press-on nails are the ultimate way to add some star power to your look.

Pink Friday press-on nails come with various customizations, including the ability to select the nail length, color and nail shape you want.

Keep reading to shop some of the best-selling looks on sale.

Pink Friday

Pink Friday Pardon My French

$10.49

$14.99

30% off

If you’re looking for something simple yet festive, add these Pink Friday Pardon My French nails. With cherry tips and vibrant green and red colors, you’ll be all set to embrace the festive spirit. This set includes 28 press-on nails, nail glue (lasts up to 2 weeks), adhesive tabs, cuticle stick, alcohol prep pad, nail file and a buffer.

Pink Friday

Pink Friday Majesty in Stiletto

$12.99

$25.99

50% off

Add a touch of red sparkle with these Majesty in Stiletto press-on nails ready to bring in the drama—just like a Minaj moment—ensuring you steal the show this holiday season. All you need to do is prep your cuticle and select the perfect fit for each nail. Then, apply glue or sticky tabs and hold down for 30 seconds for the best results.

Pink Friday

Pink Friday Queen’s Ransom

$18.89

$26.99

30% off

For those looking to achieve an edgy look, consider adding this detailed Pink Friday Queen’s Ransom set to your cart. These nails feature five distinct nail designs—each adding a fashionable touch. It also comes with 28 press-on nails, nail glue, adhesive tabs, cuticle stick, alcohol prep pad, nail file and a buffer.

Pink Friday

Pink Friday Majesty in Stiletto

$13.49

$26.99

50% off

Add crystals, sparkles and bold nail art to your press-on nail collection with this Pink Friday Majesty in Stiletto set that will be sure to elevate your look to a whole new level.

Pink Friday

Pink Friday Kawaii in Coffin

$12.99

$25.99

50% off

Transform your nail game with this chunk charm set, a collection inspired by the bold and playful energy of Nicki Minaj’s “Super Freaky Girl” music video. These nails bring the perfect blend of glam, sparkle and edge to your style.

Minaj took to TikTok for a special Live Shop event on Sunday (Nov. 24), showcasing her red-carpet-approved nail collection just in time for Black Friday. Deals have started sooner than ever, and now you can get a head-start on your holiday shopping and channel your inner-Barbie by saving up to 50% off on the musician-approved press-on nails.

Minaj’s TikTok Live was a pink dream, with the entire production set showing off the shade — from her nails down to the carpet, designed to match her signature style. During the video, she boldly shared her love for press-on nails. “For me to be addicted to press-on nails that’s a big statement,” she said. Minaj also expressed that during her pregnancy and after her pregnancy her interest in press-on nails grew, as they offered a safer, more convenient option. “They look and feel like you got a full set at the nail salon,” Minaj said, highlighting how her collection combines both ease and high-quality style.

For more product recommendations, check out these easy to apply nail polish sets, Amazon’s skincare and beauty finds and these 30 musician-loved products.

This Smart TV Is Just $59.99 for Black Friday: Shop Now

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November 26, 2024

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The sooner you start Black Friday shopping, the better chance you have of snagging the deepest discounts on big ticket items like TVs before they got out of stock.

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Because there are so many Black Friday deals to comb through, and many of them start before Thanksgiving, we looked online to find some of the best Black Friday sales on smart TVs at Amazon, Walmart and Best Buy.

Currently, Amazon is offering up to 70% off for Black Friday week, which ends on Dec. 2. Walmart’s Black Friday sale started on Monday (Nov. 25) with up to 70% off thousands of items and Best Buy’s sale features up to 50% off electronics and top appliances.

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See below for a few of the best Black Friday TV deals starting at just $59.99.

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INSIGNIA 32-inch Class F20 Series Smart HD 720p Fire TV with Alexa Voice Remote

$69.99

$129.99

46% off

Starting with the best deal of the day! Get an Insignia 32-inch smart TV for $69.99, or a 24-inch TV for $59.99, at Amazon.

Insignia’s 32-inch class F20 TV is a decent television for the price as Amazon has it marked down to $59.99 for the 24-inch TV, and just $10 more for the 32-inch television. The TV features 720p resolution for streaming movies, episodes of your favorite shows, sports and other entertainment, in addition to gaming. And there’s an Alexa remote, which means you can use your voice to control the TV.

If you’re looking for a no-frills, smart TV for casual viewing or for a child’s room, Insignia is a good choice. I’ve owned one of these TVs for a few years and it’s held up longer than I expected — it’s a good second TV in a multi-TV home and fits just fine in a bedroom, den, office or living room. Insignia’s smart TV lets you access millions of movies and episodes of your favorite TV series and more on Netflix, Apple TV+, Hulu, Paramount+, Starz, DirecTV, Prime Video and other streaming platforms.

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Walmart

TCL 43” Class Q5 (43Q51BR) 4K UHD HDR QLED Smart TV with Roku TV

$178

$248

28% off

Need a larger display? TLC 42-inch TV is just right.

TCL is already an affordable brand, but the price drops even lower for Black Friday. Save $70 on this 43-Inch 4K UHD HDR QLED Roku Smart TV at Walmart.

Walmart

Hisense 85″ Class R6 Series 4K UHD Roku Smart TV (2024 Model)

$548

$798

31% off

If you’re willing to go even bigger, there’s an 85-inch TV on sale for under $250 at Walmart.

The Roku TV has enough surface room to make you feel like you’re in a mini theater while streaming movies, sports and TV shows. The TV also features three, high-speed HDMI inputs and Game Mode to enhance your gaming experience.

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TOSHIBA 65-inch Class C350 Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV with Alexa Voice Remote (2023 Model)

$339.99

$419.99

19% off

Save $80 off this Toshiba 65-inch Class 350 TV at Amazon and Best Buy.

Toshiba’s Class 350 TV is available in sizes ranging from 43 to 75 inches. It features a 4K resolution with an LED display and built-in voice control via Amazon Alexa.

Best Buy’s Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales offers up to 50% off gift options and top brands. The Cyber Monday sale will be held from Sunday, Dec. 1 until Monday, Dec. 2.

For more sale recommendations, check out the best early Black Friday sales to shop, streaming discounts and deals on PlayStation 5.

Best Early Black Friday Deals on Wireless Earbuds: Here’s Where to Shop Bose, Apple & More Online

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November 26, 2024

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There’s no need to wait until Black Friday to get deep discounts on wireless earbuds. Retailers from across the web just dropped their best deals a few days before the biggest shopping event of the year.

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We rounded up the best early Black Friday deals on all sorts of wireless earbuds. You can save up to a whopping 60% on earbuds from Apple, Bose, Sony and more to listen to your favorite music and podcasts on-the-go.

Since most of these deals are from Amazon, you’ll get items shipped to you in less than two days for free if you’re an Amazon Prime member. Otherwise, your cart has to be more than $35 to get free shipping.

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Not a member? Sign up for a 30-day free trial to take advantage of all that Amazon Prime has to offer, including access to Prime Video, Prime Gaming and Amazon Photos; free shipping in less than two days with Prime Delivery; in-store discounts at Whole Foods Market; access to exclusive shopping events — such as Prime Day and Black Friday — and much more. Learn more about Amazon Prime here.

In addition, early Black Friday earbuds deals are available at Walmart and Target. Scroll down and check out our picks for the best early Black Friday earbuds deals, below:

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