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• Final hours of Best Buy's Easter sale: Save 48% on Beats Studio3 headphones, Samsung 55-inch 4K TV for $350 and more - CNET

  12-04-2020 23:48 via cnet.com
  
  This flash sale is one day only, and we've rounded up the best deals in one place.
  
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• SpaceX Starship SN4 prototype comes together quick after SN3's demise - CNET

  12-04-2020 23:38 via cnet.com
  
  Work on Elon Musk's Mars rocket is progessing quickly despite some setbacks.
  
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• The Best Sunscreens for Your Face - CNET

  12-04-2020 23:01 via cnet.com
  
  These lightweight formulas blend into the skin and protect against wrinkles, discoloration and skin cancer.
  
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• Can the IRS direct deposit your coronavirus stimulus check? Soon -- here's how - CNET

  12-04-2020 21:07 via cnet.com
  
  You may be able to get your coronavirus relief check faster from the IRS through direct deposit into your bank account. Here's what we know about when you'll be able to set that up.
  
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• NYU scientists: Largest U.S. study of COVID-19 finds obesity the single biggest factor in New York’s hospitalizations

  12-04-2020 20:40 via zdnet.com
  
  Doctors at NYU Langone Health center conducted the largest study so far of U.S. hospital admissions for COVID-19, focused on New York City. They found obesity, along with age, was the biggest deciding factor in hospital admissions, which may suggest the role of hyper-inflammatory reactions that can happen in those with the disease.
  
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• NYU scientists: Largest U.S. study of COVID-19 finds obesity the single biggest factor in New York City's hospitalizations

  12-04-2020 20:40 via zdnet.com
  Doctors at NYU Langone Health center conducted the largest study so far of U.S. hospital admissions for COVID-19, focused on New York City. They found obesity, along with age, was the biggest deciding factor in hospital admissions, which may suggest the role of hyper-inflammatory reactions that can happen in those with the disease.
  
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• NYU scientists: Largest US study of COVID-19 finds obesity the single biggest 'chronic' factor in New York City's hospitalizations

  12-04-2020 20:40 via zdnet.com
  Doctors at NYU Langone Health center conducted the largest study so far of US hospital admissions for COVID-19, focused on New York City. They found obesity, along with age, was the biggest deciding factor in hospital admissions, which may suggest the role of hyper-inflammatory reactions that can happen in those with the disease.
  
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• When will the coronavirus quarantine end, where can you go in lockdown and stay at home order - CNET

  12-04-2020 20:30 via cnet.com
  
  As restrictions tighten across states and countries, here's what you can and can't do and what it will take to start lifting orders.
  
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• Killing Eve season 3 review: Still can't help falling in love with Villanelle - CNET

  12-04-2020 20:09 via cnet.com
  
  The BBC America show starring Jodie Comer and Sandra Oh dwells on the price you pay when falling for a serial killer.
  
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• Coronavirus and your taxes: Tax filing deadline extended, but you can file now for refund - CNET

  12-04-2020 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  The IRS has extended tax day from April 15 to July 15, 2020. Here's everything you need to know, including why you might want to file this week anyway.
  
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• The best web hosting providers for 2020 - CNET

  12-04-2020 19:11 via cnet.com
  
  Find the best web hosting providers using price comparisons and reviews from our expert hosting editor. You can also find hosting for different needs like e-commerce, enterprise, specific content management systems and more.
  
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• Coronavirus stimulus checks start this week: How much of the $1,200 payment will you get, when - CNET

  12-04-2020 19:00 via cnet.com
  
  The economic relief package includes stimulus payments from the IRS starting to go out this week. Here's what you need to know.
  
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• Save $465 on an Alienware's stunning Aurora gaming PC - CNET

  12-04-2020 18:35 via cnet.com
  
  This i7-powered desktop with a GeForce RTX 2070 and a pair of 1TB SSDs can be yours for $1,785, for a limited time.
  
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• UK government using confidential patient data in coronavirus response

  12-04-2020 18:30
  
  Exclusive: Documents seen by Guardian show tech firms using information to build ‘Covid-19 datastore’Documents contradict UK government stance on Covid-19 ‘herd immunity’Coronavirus – latest updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageTechnology firms are processing large volumes of confidential UK patient information in a data-mining operation that is part of the government’s response to the coronavirus outbreak, according to documents seen by the Guardian.Palanti
  
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• How to track your coronavirus stimulus check on April 17: What we know so far - CNET

  12-04-2020 18:30 via cnet.com
  
  The IRS this week will provide a tracker online to view the status of your payment. Here are the details.
  
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• Coronavirus: UK confirms plan for its own contact tracing app

  12-04-2020 18:29 via bbc.co.uk
  
  App will send yellow and red alerts to those who have come into contact with a suspected carrier.
  
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• UK app to track coronavirus spread to be launched

  12-04-2020 18:25
  
  Health secretary Matt Hancock rebuts concerns about privacyCoronavirus – latest UK updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageThe UK public will soon be able to find out if they may have been in the vicinity of people unwell with coronavirus via a new contact-tracing app, Matt Hancock, the health secretary, has said.At No 10’s daily press conference on Sunday, Hancock said the NHS app would allow people to report their symptoms, and then the app would anonymously alert other app users th
  
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• Robots deliver food in Milton Keynes under coronavirus lockdown

  12-04-2020 18:09
  
  Starship Technologies’ small vehicles navigate pavements with no human driver requiredCoronavirus – latest updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageA robotic delivery service in Milton Keynes could prove to be the future of locked-down Britain, as miniature autonomous vehicles bring food deliveries to almost 200,000 residents of the town.Starship Technologies, an autonomous delivery startup created in 2014 by two Skype cofounders, has been testing its beer cooler-sized robots in public
  
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• Coronavirus updates: UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson is discharged from hospital - CNET

  12-04-2020 18:02 via cnet.com
  
  Plus: US surpasses Italy, becoming the country with the most COVID-19 cases and deaths.
  
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• Tom Hanks hosts Saturday Night Live At Home, filmed in actors' homes - CNET

  12-04-2020 17:55 via cnet.com
  
  Coronavirus and Tiger King are among the popular topics as the NBC sketch-comedy show gets creative under lockdown.
  
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• Sunday deal roundup: Free Star Wars comics, a $60 Amazon Echo and more - CNET

  12-04-2020 17:50 via cnet.com
  
  Including free ebooks for kids, heavily discounted bestsellers, a $14 exercise-mat kit and more.
  
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• Tiger King new bonus episode roars onto Netflix -- but without Joe Exotic - CNET

  12-04-2020 17:42 via cnet.com
  
  Hey all you cool cats and kittens, the Joe Exotic aftershow has arrived.
  
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• LG's new Velvet smartphone to feature 'raindrop' camera - CNET

  12-04-2020 17:06 via cnet.com
  
  New naming convention is intended to reflect characteristics of the device, LG says.
  
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• Should you disinfect Amazon packages of coronavirus? What you need to know - CNET

  12-04-2020 17:00 via cnet.com
  
  If coronavirus can survive on surfaces for days, what does that mean for the mail and food you get delivered to your door?
  
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• Today only at Best Buy: Save $170 on Beats Studio3 headphones, $1,500 on a MacBook Pro and more - CNET

  12-04-2020 16:14 via cnet.com
  
  This flash sale is one day only, and we've rounded up the best deals in one place.
  
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• UK spy agencies urge China rethink once Covid-19 crisis is over

  12-04-2020 15:11
  
  MI6 and MI5 expect Beijing to be more assertive and want government to consider tighter control of strategic industriesCoronavirus – latest global updatesCoronavirus – latest UK updatesBritain’s intelligence community believes the UK needs to reassess its relationship with China after the coronavirus crisis subsides and consider if tighter controls are needed over high-tech and other strategic industries.They reckon China will become more assertive in defending its one-party mo
  
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• The strange, thorny and sometimes sleazy origins of 11 tech terms you probably hear every day - CNET

  12-04-2020 15:00 via cnet.com
  Even though tech jargon often evolves from obscure geek-speak into the mainstream vernacular, it doesn't lose one bit of its off-color charm.
  
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• Best facial moisturizers in 2020: SkinMedica, The Ordinary, Drunk Elephant and more - CNET

  12-04-2020 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here are some of the best facial moisturizers you can buy right now.
  
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• This is hands-down the easiest way to remotely fix a Mac during quarantine - CNET

  12-04-2020 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Helping friends and family troubleshoot computer issues over the phone is sure to be a slow, frustrating process. This hidden iMessage feature will prevent headaches and save time.
  
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• Joe Biden's views on tech - CNET

  12-04-2020 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  If the presumptive Democratic nominee winds up becoming president, he could have a profound effect on tech issues affecting us all.
  
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• An Apple employee laughed because I bought a new MacBook Air

  12-04-2020 14:00 via zdnet.com
  
  I asked a currently idle Apple store employee about my new MacBook Air. He offered robust views.
  
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• Roku remote upgrade: Add voice, TV control and more for just $20 - CNET

  12-04-2020 13:00 via cnet.com
  
  A cheap change in remote can greatly improve your Roku experience.
  
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• Google Home: You won't regret changing these 5 settings - CNET

  12-04-2020 13:00 via cnet.com
  
  Use notifications to monitor your privacy and security, make speakerphone calls with your primary number and more.
  
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• Best apps to put on your kid's phone to keep them safe online during quarantine - CNET

  12-04-2020 13:00 via cnet.com
  
  With almost entirely digital school days and only seeing friends over video chat, it's important to keep kids safe online during the coronavirus pandemic.
  
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• Coronavirus: Could gaming be good for you during lockdown?

  12-04-2020 11:34 via bbc.co.uk
  
  How much time should people spend playing games online - and could it offer some benefits during social isolation?
  
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• Ford Raptor vs. Jeep Gladiator Mojave: Desert running beasts video - Roadshow

  12-04-2020 11:00 via cnet.com
  
  Can the solid front axle of the new Mojave trim take on the Raptor's independent suspension?
  
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• Coronavirus: Churches live-stream to reach worshipers

  12-04-2020 10:57 via bbc.co.uk
  
  With mass gatherings banned, some churches are providing online services to reach people.
  
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• The best breadmakers for all your lockdown stress baking needs

  12-04-2020 07:00
  
  WIRED Recommends the best breadmakers for fresh loaves and homemade pizza
  
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• So you really want to cut your own hair. Well, here’s how

  12-04-2020 07:00
  
  With the world in lockdown people are turning to all manner of ways to alleviate the boredom, including cutting their own hair. We asked a professional for their advice. You’re not going to like it
  
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• Coronavirus stimulus checks start next week: How much of the $1,200 payment will you get, when? - CNET

  12-04-2020 07:00 via cnet.com
  
  The federal government's economic relief package includes stimulus payments from the IRS for a majority of US taxpayers. Here's what you need to know.
  
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• Coronavirus has created an epidemic of weird dreams

  12-04-2020 07:00
  
  Lockdown stress and changing sleep patterns have led to a rise in unusual and vivid dreams – but that could be a good thing
  
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• 14 cleaning tools that'll make you excited to clean in 2020 - CNET

  12-04-2020 03:14 via cnet.com
  
  We like anything that makes cleaning less of a chore.
  
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• Britain's NHS working with Google, Apple on app to track coronavirus contact: Sunday Times

  12-04-2020 02:54
  
  The technology arm of Britain's National Health Service has been working on a mobile phone app with Alphabet Inc's Google and iPhone maker Apple that the government hopes will help in ending the coronavirus lockdown, the Sunday Times newspaper reported.
  
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• Best portable chargers and power banks to buy for Android in 2020 - CNET

  12-04-2020 02:51 via cnet.com
  
  Looking for a pocket-size power bank for charging your Android smartphone on the go? Here are some top picks.
  
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• Best grills for 2020: Top charcoal, gas and kamado models compared - CNET

  12-04-2020 02:22 via cnet.com
  
  Pass the ketchup: Your summer cookouts and sizzling steak nights just got a whole lot tastier.
  
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• Tiger King new episode: Joe Exotic, Carole Baskin, Doc Antle reportedly won't appear - CNET

  12-04-2020 02:08 via cnet.com
  
  Also: Producer Rick Kirkham says he's writing a memoir, and half of it will be about his time with Joe.
  
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