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• The second stimulus check could be the final one, $1,200 or not. What we know about Round 2 - CNET

  30-05-2020 23:59 via cnet.com
  
  Congress may reach a decision on the second stimulus package next month. But it could be the last relief check for Americans affected by the coronavirus pandemic. Here's the update today, and what could happen next.
  
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• Scenes of SpaceX launching NASA astronauts into orbit, moment by moment - CNET

  30-05-2020 23:58 via cnet.com
  
  It's the first time a SpaceX rocket carried humans. They rode inside the Crew Dragon capsule on the way to the International Space Station.
  
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• Amazon Echo trade-in gets you cash for old Alexa devices. Here's how to do it - CNET

  30-05-2020 23:15 via cnet.com
  
  Here's how to use Amazon's Echo trade-in program to make a few quick bucks and get discounts off new stuff.
  
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• The best workout socks for every type of workout - CNET

  30-05-2020 22:59 via cnet.com
  
  From winter workouts to delivering compression therapy on the go, we have you covered.
  
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• SpaceX, NASA make history with launch of two astronauts to ISS Saturday - CNET

  30-05-2020 22:55 via cnet.com
  
  We have liftoff for the Demo-2 mission.
  
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• Best glucose meter for 2020: Freestyle Libre, Reli On, Contour Next and more - CNET

  30-05-2020 22:51 via cnet.com
  
  If you're checking your blood sugar daily at home, try one of these top meters.
  
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• How to watch SpaceX's historic Demo-2 mission dock with the ISS Sunday - CNET

  30-05-2020 22:50 via cnet.com
  
  After a 19-hour ride, two NASA astronauts launched in a Crew Dragon capsule will make a big arrival at the International Space Station.
  
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• The best meal kit delivery services of 2020: Blue Apron, Green Chef, EveryPlate, Sun Basket and more - CNET

  30-05-2020 22:37 via cnet.com
  
  These convenient meal kit services deliver weekly menus and preportioned ingredients to enthusiastic but time-poor home cooks. And with shelter-in-place lockdowns, they're more useful than ever.
  
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• Best travel credit cards for 2020 - CNET

  30-05-2020 22:28 via cnet.com
  
  Maximize your travel and dining spending by choosing the right travel rewards credit card.
  
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• Best water filter pitchers to buy for 2020: Brita, Pur and more compared - CNET

  30-05-2020 22:17 via cnet.com
  
  We tested water filter pitchers from Brita, Pur, ZeroWater and others to find the best way to get clean, fresh water fast at home.
  
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• No stimulus check in sight? How to track it in the mail with a computer or phone - CNET

  30-05-2020 22:15 via cnet.com
  
  The US Postal Service has a free service that can alert you when your IRS stimulus check is about to arrive in the mail? We'll show you how to use it.
  
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• The best healthy food delivery services for 2020: Blue Apron, Freshly, Purple Carrot and more - CNET

  30-05-2020 22:07 via cnet.com
  
  For vegetarian, keto, organic, low-calorie and more diets.
  
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• Best electric toothbrush for 2020: Quip, Colgate, Sonicare and more compared - CNET

  30-05-2020 21:51 via cnet.com
  
  From whitening power to gum care, here's how to choose the best electric toothbrush.
  
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• SpaceX, NASA make history by successfully launching two astronauts to ISS - CNET

  30-05-2020 21:49 via cnet.com
  
  We have liftoff for on Demo-2 mission.
  
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• SpaceX launch: Nasa astronauts blast off to the International Space Station

  30-05-2020 21:45 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Lift-off for historic mission to the International Space Station.
  
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• The best gas grills for 2020 - CNET

  30-05-2020 21:43 via cnet.com
  
  Fire up the propane tank! These gas grills are best in class, whether you're grilling meat or veggies.
  
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• The best phones for 2020 - CNET

  30-05-2020 21:35 via cnet.com
  
  Hand-picked by CNET editors, these are the best phones right now.
  
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• Best portable car battery chargers for jump starting your car - Roadshow

  30-05-2020 21:20 via cnet.com
  
  Having a reliable portable car battery charger is important for vehicles with older batteries, inclement weather and unforeseen circumstances that might require a jump start.
  
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• Google postpones Android 11 unveiling amid U.S. protests

  30-05-2020 21:09
  
  Alphabet Inc'sGoogle on Saturday said it has postponed next week's planned unveiling of the beta version of its latest Android 11 mobile operating system in light of protests and unrest in the United States.
  
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• The best 55-inch TV for 2020: LG, TCL and more compared - CNET

  30-05-2020 21:07 via cnet.com
  
  They're like 65-inch TVs, only smaller.
  
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• The best thermometer for cold and flu - CNET

  30-05-2020 20:48 via cnet.com
  
  When a flu or virus strikes, you're going to want one of these thermometers.
  
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• Jack Dorsey, Mark Zuckerberg and the fight for social media's soul - CNET

  30-05-2020 20:46 via cnet.com
  
  President Trump's attacks on social media highlight the differences between the leaders of Facebook and Twitter.
  
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• The Oculus Quest remains frustratingly elusive as inventory hovers near zero - CNET

  30-05-2020 20:38 via cnet.com
  
  The so-hot-it-won't-stay-in-stock $400 VR headset has been popping in and out of stock for weeks. Here's where you can find it right now.
  
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• Hard-to-find Nintendo Switch Lite is in stock at Amazon, Best Buy, Target and GameStop - CNET

  30-05-2020 20:36 via cnet.com
  
  Just updated: Here's where you can find the $200 portable version of Nintendo's hot gaming console.
  
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• Roll on up to save up to $120 on a Segway scooter or self-balancing transporter - CNET

  30-05-2020 20:20 via cnet.com
  
  These scooters have the range to get you back and forth to the grocery store, and can get you out of the house in the Age of Corona.
  
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• Zoom video chat's full encryption reportedly won't be a free feature - CNET

  30-05-2020 19:46 via cnet.com
  
  But the videoconferencing service could make exceptions so nonprofits get end-to-end encryption without paying.
  
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• The best antivirus protection of 2020 for Windows 10 - CNET

  30-05-2020 19:38 via cnet.com
  
  Your PC needs protection against malware, and free antivirus software may be enough. Here's the best antivirus protection to get for Windows 10, and what's worth paying extra for.
  
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• Best Android VPNs for 2020 - CNET

  30-05-2020 19:34 via cnet.com
  
  These are the four best virtual private networks for protecting your privacy on Android mobile devices.
  
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• Want your iPad to last longer? 6 ways to extend its life - CNET

  30-05-2020 19:30 via cnet.com
  
  Instead of waiting for your iPad to show signs of slowing down, here are six things you can do to prolong its life.
  
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• The best seafood delivery services to catch for 2020 - CNET

  30-05-2020 19:30 via cnet.com
  
  Get healthy fish all year round, no matter where you live.
  
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• 6 tips for selling your old phone and getting the most cash that you should know now - CNET

  30-05-2020 19:30 via cnet.com
  
  When it's time to sell or trade in your old phone, you don't want to leave money on the table. These tips could help you get more cash from your carrier or other seller when you're ready to make a deal.
  
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• The best graduation gifts to buy for 2020 - CNET

  30-05-2020 19:26 via cnet.com
  
  Everything a recent grad needs to weather the lockdown -- and flourish in the future beyond it.
  
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• Economic stimulus check: The deal with your payment status, qualifications, prepaid card - CNET

  30-05-2020 19:15 via cnet.com
  
  We can help you see if the IRS has scheduled your payment, how it will be delivered and how much of the $1,200 stimulus check allowance you'll receive.
  
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• Best wine delivery service for 2020: The Panel, Winc, Firstleaf, Vinebox and more compared - CNET

  30-05-2020 19:01 via cnet.com
  
  Yes, there’s a perfect wine subscription service for everyone.
  
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• Your stimulus check delay: 10 dead ends and form issues that could hold up a payment - CNET

  30-05-2020 18:45 via cnet.com
  
  We've identified some possible reasons for a no-show stimulus check, if yours has yet to arrive.
  
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• The Beats Solo 3 wireless reach their lowest price on Amazon ever in US and UK

  30-05-2020 18:25 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The Beats Solo 3 wireless headphones are reaching their lowest price ever this weekend at Amazon, where you can pick them up for just $159 / £120 - a neat saving of $40 and £58 respectively.These are sitting at great value right now with the real selling point of the Beats Solo 3 being their fantastic wireless functionality and stunning 12-hour battery life. With Apple's much-lauded W1 wireless chip under the hood, these wireless headphones are made to pair seamlessly with iOS device
  
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• Best Chromebook for 2020 - CNET

  30-05-2020 18:21 via cnet.com
  
  Looking for a laptop that's affordable and easy to use? Meet the Chromebook.
  
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• Tracking your stimulus check with the IRS Get My Payment tool? What you should know - CNET

  30-05-2020 18:15 via cnet.com
  
  The IRS' online portal for seeing the status of your economic stimulus check isn't completely straightforward. We'll show you how to use its online tracker portal and what information you need to have on hand.
  
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• SIM only deals: get six months of Disney Plus and 10GB of data for £10 a month

  30-05-2020 18:14 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  There are a lot of great cheap SIM only deals out there but a recent offer from O2 takes it a step further. On top of the excellent data to cost ratio, O2 is also throwing in a pretty tempting freebie.For the first six months of your 18 month contract, O2 will throw in Disney Plus completely free. Considering that's a subscription that would normally cost £5.99, the £10 a month you're paying for this SIM is fantastic.At that price, you're getting 10GB of data which would make this a
  
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• Get ready for summer with these 7 above-ground pools - CNET

  30-05-2020 17:56 via cnet.com
  
  Use one of these above-ground pools to make your backyard as cool and comfy as possible.
  
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• Space Force review: Netflix lands on the funny(ish) side of the moon - CNET

  30-05-2020 17:55 via cnet.com
  
  Space is the place for The Office's Steve Carell and Greg Daniels in the snarky new sendup of American space plans.
  
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• Demo-2: How to watch SpaceX's historic first astronaut launch live today - CNET

  30-05-2020 17:47 via cnet.com
  
  Weather permitting, a Falcon 9 rocket will make another attempt to launch two NASA astronauts to the space station on Saturday at 12:22 p.m. PT/3:22 p.m. ET.
  
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• The second stimulus check may be the last. What we know about Round 2 for $1,200 - CNET

  30-05-2020 17:35 via cnet.com
  
  Congress may reach a decision on the second stimulus package in a month. But it could be the final relief check for Americans affected by the coronavirus pandemic. Here's the update today, and what could happen next.
  
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• This weekend's best gaming laptop deals can save you up to $500

  30-05-2020 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Still on the hunt for that lockdown gaming rig? Some first-rate cheap gaming laptop deals can be had this weekend from the likes of Dell, Amazon and Best Buy. Our pick of the bunch is this Asus ROG G531GT for $897 (was $999), which is currently enjoying a neat $100 discount. Without a doubt, the highlight here is the Core i7-9750H - an incredibly fast processor that you don't often see for under $1000, let alone $900. A GTX 1650, 8GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD round out the rest of the componen
  
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• Trump vs. Twitter: Here's what you need to know about the free speech showdown - CNET

  30-05-2020 17:01 via cnet.com
  
  The president targets social media companies with an executive order.
  
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• Twitter taking on Trump's lies? About time too | John Naughton

  30-05-2020 17:00
  
  The platform’s moves to counter the president’s disinformation may be too little, too late, but it’s somethingIn addition to washing your hands while singing the first two verses of The Internationale, it might be a good time also to clean out your Twitter feed. According to a recent report of a research study by Carnegie Mellon University’s Center for Computational Analysis of Social and Organizational Systems, about 45% of the false narratives about Covid-19 on Twitter
  
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• Thought the lockdown would lead to a spike in smart speaker sales? Think again

  30-05-2020 17:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Since their inception, smart speakers have been touted as the new center of the home, providing us with music, supplying us with virtual PAs in the form of voice assistants, and acting as the control hub for the myriad smart home devices designed to make our lives easier. However, smart speaker sales are slowing down – and that’s in spite of the lockdown conditions that many people across the world are facing, forcing more and more of us to spend much of our time at home.
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• Apple Watch deals: the Series 3 is still available for one of it's lowest prices ever

  30-05-2020 17:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  There's still time to grab a cheap Apple Watch deal with this Apple Watch Series 3 for just $179 (was $199) at Amazon US right now.Surprisingly, this already discounted cheap Apple Watch sale hasn't sold out yet since it was put up as part of the Amazon Memorial Day Apple sale. This is one of the cheapest Apple Watch prices we've seen yet since the Apple Watch 3 settled into it's new $199 retail asking price late last year and a great way to pick up a cheap Apple Watch.The Apple Watch 3 may be a
  
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• COVID-19 at the beach, lake, pool: Can the coronavirus live in water? - CNET

  30-05-2020 16:42 via cnet.com
  
  Can you get the coronavirus while swimming? Does chlorine kill the virus? Is it safe to go out on the boat with friends? We answer these questions and more.
  
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• What do I do if my economic stimulus check never comes? - CNET

  30-05-2020 16:38 via cnet.com
  
  If you suspect your check was sent to the wrong bank account or address, got lost or somehow is just missing, you're not alone wondering what to do.
  
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