Freebies and Updates Galore: A Week of Streaming, Food, and Tech News

This week has been a busy one for streaming services, foodies, and tech enthusiasts alike. From new releases on popular streaming platforms to free chili at Wendy's, there's something for everyone. Let's dive into the latest updates.

For those looking for something new to watch, Hulu, Netflix, HBO Max, Disney+, Apple TV, Prime Video, Shudder, Paramount+, and Peacock have all added fresh content to their libraries. To help navigate the vast options, Mashable offers watch guides broken down by genre, including comedy, thriller, horror, documentary, and animation.

One new show worth checking out is "House of Villains," which brings together infamous reality TV villains under one roof for a season of challenges, alliances, and banishments. Fans of reality TV will love this new series, which is sure to provide plenty of drama and intrigue.

In other news, foodies are celebrating National Chili Day, and Wendy's is joining in on the fun. The popular fast-food chain is giving away free chili to customers who spend at least $5 on their app or online. To qualify, simply sign up as a Wendy's Rewards member, make a digital order of at least $5, and claim your free chili.

For those who enjoy puzzles and games, The New York Times has released its Mini crossword answers and hints for February 26, 2026. The Mini is a bite-sized version of the daily crossword, requiring knowledge and patience to complete. If you're stuck on a tricky clue, Mashable has got you covered with the answers and hints.

In the world of tech, some companies are making headlines for the wrong reasons. Y Combinator (YC) companies have been accused of scraping GitHub activity and sending spam emails to users. According to a report on Hacker News, companies like Run Anywhere and Voice.AI have been using commit metadata to target users who contribute to repos in their field of business, sending marketing emails without consent.

Finally, fans of "Interview with the Vampire" are eagerly anticipating the third season, which has been renamed "The Vampire Lestat." A new clip has been released, showing Lestat (Sam Reid) finding out about Louis' (Jacob Anderson) interview and hearing readers unfavorably compare him to his love rival Armand (Assad Zaman). The third season covers the second novel in Anne Rice's Vampire Chronicles and promises to deliver plenty of drama and romance.

Overall, it's been a busy week with plenty of updates and freebies to go around. Whether you're a fan of streaming, food, or tech, there's something for everyone.