Google Play is offering a limited-time Play Points perk that can trim up to $60 off the Google TV Streamer (4K) bundle for eligible members, with Platinum level likely required for the full $60 and Gold level around $50. The discount is redeemed via the Play Points Perks page and valid through June 21, 2026, while supplies last.
After acquiring UScellular in 2025, T-Mobile has integrated the networks of about 4 million customers and launched exclusive promos for them: the $35 device connection charge is waived and savings are delivered as 24 months of bill credits. Offers include up to $830 off select phones with a trade‑in of non‑T‑Mobile compatible UScellular devices (code R649), up to $500 off tablets (code R650), and up to $264 off hotspot devices (code R651). Promotions are redeemable once per account and require a $50/month AutoPay voice plan; UScellular customers will gradually migrate to T-Mobile plans later this year, with grandfathered pricing for now.
A nationwide Mother’s Day promotions round-up highlights freebies, discounts, BOGO offers, and gift-card deals across many brands (from 7 Brew and 7-Eleven to Amazon, Panera, PF Chang’s, Pizza Hut and more), with special menus and perks for dine-in or online orders around May 10, 2026, including Prime member perks and family meal deals.
The Philadelphia Eagles announced a sweeping front‑office reorganization across scouting, football operations, analytics and support staff, highlighted by hiring former Jets GM Mike Maccagnan as Personnel Executive and promoting Joe Douglas to Senior Vice President of Player Personnel (reuniting them on the Eagles). Adam Berry was promoted to Assistant General Manager, with a wave of title changes and new hires across roles such as Pro Scout Caspian Svenson and various operations, analytics, and player development positions, all aimed at offsetting offseason departures and refreshing leadership. The moves continue Philadelphia’s pattern of reuniting high‑ranking executives from prior stints, including Douglas returning to work with Maccagnan on the same staff.
A nationwide roundup of Cinco de Mayo 2026 promotions across many chains, from 7-Eleven’s Laredo Taco Co. specials to Chipotle free chips and guac, Del Taco’s $5 Epic Burritos, Chuy’s discounts on margaritas and queso, and various freebies, bundles and rewards at dozens of restaurants and retailers. Offers run primarily May 4–10 (with many focused on May 5) and vary by location, with some menu debuts and prize giveaways as part of the celebration.
Costco members can now sign in to T-Mobile online via Costco to access perks like waiving the $35 Device Connection Charge (DCC On Us), Costco gift cards for upgrades and new lines, and stacked rebates (including a $400 BYOD rebate with Keep & Switch). Additional offers include $75 gift cards for new lines, up to $150 for new phone activations, and various other gift-card promos for wearables or home internet. The online flow is live now through a Costco landing page, but there’s no Sam’s Club equivalent yet.
During Teacher Appreciation Week 2026 (May 4–12), numerous restaurant chains are offering freebies and discounts for educators (and some healthcare workers), including Chick-fil-A free minis or a sandwich on May 5 with a school ID, Chipotle entrée e-gift-card entries through May 12, McAlister’s Deli free tea May 4–8, Potbelly free cookie or drink with an entrée, Ruby Tuesday free add-ons with an entrée, and Whataburger breakfast on May 7; promotions vary by location and may require ID verification, with additional catering and gift-card deals—check with your participating local spots for exact details.
Boston promoted 22-year-old left-hander Eduardo Rivera from Double-A Portland to the MLB roster, optioned right-hander Jack Anderson to Triple-A Worcester, and cleared a 40-man roster spot as Rivera is expected to serve as a multi-inning bullpen arm amid other roster moves (Casas on the 60-day IL).
Restaurants and retailers nationwide rolled out Tax Day freebies, discounts, and BOGO promos on April 15, including Subway’s free footlong with the purchase of an equal-or-lesser value item using code FLBOGO, Krispy Kreme’s BOGO dozen, Wendy’s free 6-piece nuggets with a $5 order via the app, and a slate of other offers from 7-Eleven, QDOBA, Popeyes, Checkers & Rally’s, Goldfish and more, with several deals running through mid-April or beyond.
A Sports Illustrated media column blasts Netflix’s MLB Opening Night telecast for a late start, hazy picture, nonstop promos, and awkward in-game interviews—including missing the first ABS challenge and a softball-filled chat with Rob Manfred—arguing the broadcast showed MLB and Netflix care more about promotion than baseball and alienated fans.
WRAL compiles a wide-ranging list of St. Patrick’s Day 2026 deals and freebies at participating restaurants (through March 17, with some offers extended to March 31). Highlights include Krispy Kreme’s green doughnut freebies and prize drawings, Baskin-Robbins $5 off a $35+ cake, and various app- or online-activated offers across Burger King, Dunkin, Starbucks, Outback, Panera, and more, plus limited-time menu items and rewards bonuses.
Samsung announced the Galaxy S26, S26 Plus, and S26 Ultra, with preorders open ahead of a March 11 launch. Prices start at $899.99 for the S26, $1,099.99 for the S26 Plus, and $1,299.99 for the S26 Ultra (256GB base on the Ultra). Retailer promos vary: Amazon and Best Buy offer gift cards or discounts (up to $200 on Ultra; $100–$200 on other models depending on storage), Samsung is also offering preorder credits, and major carriers (Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile) are running bill-credit promos including free devices with trade-ins. The S26 family features a privacy display on the Ultra, AI features via Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and Gemini, and larger batteries across the lineup (6.3–6.9-inch displays; 4,000–5,000mAh). Preorders are available from Samsung, Amazon, and Best Buy.
McDonald’s is giving away a limited Valentine’s Day kit that includes a 1-ounce tin of McNugget Caviar, crème fraîche, a Mother of Pearl caviar spoon, and a $25 McNuggets gift card, with 11 a.m. ET start at mcnuggetcaviar.com/countdown. Described as an upscale, effortless celebration, the promo aims to boost brand awareness and sales during cautious consumer spending. The move comes as McDonald’s notes chicken sales at parity with beef and reports modest earnings momentum—global sales up about 1% for the year and US comps up roughly 2.4% in Q3—while the giveaway itself is limited in quantity.
Cisco CEO Chuck Robbins says internal interviews for promotions are pointless; he urges treating every day as an interview, evaluating candidates by their actual work and peer support, and stresses that top leaders combine deep tech knowledge with emotional intelligence and a commitment to their team's success.
T-Mobile will give away free football-shaped food platters at its corporate stores on Tuesday, February 3, via the T-Life app as part of its T-Mobile Tuesdays freebies; third-party retailers won’t have the item and quantities may be limited.