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• Disney Plus hits 60.5 million subscribers, helped by Hamilton bump - CNET

  04-08-2020 23:58 via cnet.com
  
  Adding Hulu and ESPN Plus, Disney's streaming services have more than 100 million subscribers combined.
  
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• HBO Room 104 creator Mark Duplass says Dave Bautista's performance is beautiful - CNET

  04-08-2020 23:35 via cnet.com
  
  Duplass also received an Emmy Award nomination for his portrayal of Charles "Chip" Black in The Talk Show on Apple TV Plus.
  
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• Jurassic World 3 resumes filming after coronavirus shutdown - CNET

  04-08-2020 23:32 via cnet.com
  
  Dominion is back in action.
  
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• Tesla Model 3 is fastest-selling used car, Chevy Trailblazer hottest new car - Roadshow

  04-08-2020 23:30 via cnet.com
  
  A new study looked at which cars moved the quickest in the past few months, with some interesting results.
  
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• Disney will release Mulan online via Disney Plus Sept. 4, costing $30 in US - CNET

  04-08-2020 23:30 via cnet.com
  
  It'll cost roughly the same amount in other countries, including Canada, Australia, New Zealand and a number of countries in Western Europe.
  
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• Disney to release Mulan online via Disney Plus on Sept. 4, for $30 in US - CNET

  04-08-2020 23:30 via cnet.com
  
  It'll cost roughly the same amount in other countries, including Canada, Australia, New Zealand and a number of countries in Western Europe.
  
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• UK agrees to redesign 'racist' algorithm that decides visa applications - CNET

  04-08-2020 23:14 via cnet.com
  
  It's a win for campaigners challenging Home Office use of the algorithm, which for the past five years has been helping decide whether people are granted visas.
  
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• Coraline is 11 years old: Celebrate by buying classic stop-motion movies for 43% off - CNET

  04-08-2020 23:14 via cnet.com
  
  Laika Studios has made five beautiful stop-motion films. You can get them for $8 each.
  
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• Camping during COVID: Is it safe to go? - CNET

  04-08-2020 23:06 via cnet.com
  
  Expert tips on how to camp during the COVID-19 crisis.
  
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• Where to find kids' face masks that actually work - CNET

  04-08-2020 23:02 via cnet.com
  
  Your child needs a comfortable face mask created with their specific proportions in mind. Luckily, you can easily find lots of fun sizes and styles online.
  
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• Walmart pushes back launch of Amazon Prime rival, report says - CNET

  04-08-2020 22:56 via cnet.com
  
  The company's subscription service was reportedly slated to launch last month.
  
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• The fixes to the Linux BootHole fixes are in

  04-08-2020 22:56 via zdnet.com
  
  The first release of patches to the Linux BootHole came with a show-stopping problem. The fixed machines wouldn't boot. For the most part, that problem has been solved.
  
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• NASA Curiosity rover marks 8 years on Mars with 'Spaghetti Western' view - CNET

  04-08-2020 22:53 via cnet.com
  
  The first movie filmed on Mars should some day be an ode to Sergio Leone.
  
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• 2021 Ford F-150 Raptor stands tall in spy shots - Roadshow

  04-08-2020 22:51 via cnet.com
  
  And we get a look at the new suspension underneath.
  
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• Google Doodle urges you to wear a face mask to save lives - CNET

  04-08-2020 22:47 via cnet.com
  
  The familiar logo's letters don masks and then socially distance.
  
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• Disney will release Mulan online to rent on Sept. 4 for $30 in US - CNET

  04-08-2020 22:47 via cnet.com
  
  Previously, Disney's big-budget movies kept being pushed back because of worries about the coronavirus.
  
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• Best TV streaming service for cord cutters: Hulu, Sling TV, YouTube TV and more - CNET

  04-08-2020 22:35 via cnet.com
  
  Now is the perfect time to ditch your cable company but keep live news and other channels. Here are our favorite options for the best live TV streaming services.
  
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• 9 ideas to help you virtually date while social distancing - CNET

  04-08-2020 22:33 via cnet.com
  
  This week on Love Syncs, you can still date from a distance. Here's how to get to know someone when you're stuck in quarantine.
  
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• New Relic beats Q1 estimates, names new sales executive

  04-08-2020 22:31 via zdnet.com
  
  A week after a major update to its observability platform, New Relic has named a new executive vice president of sales for the Americas region.
  
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• Arista Networks tops Q2 earnings, revenue targets

  04-08-2020 22:30 via zdnet.com
  
  The networking player reported revenue of $540.6 million, up 3.4% from a year ago.
  
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• Best exercise-friendly face masks for 2020 - CNET

  04-08-2020 22:28 via cnet.com
  
  And what to look for when you shop for a performance face mask.
  
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• This $12 iPhone case looks like a Game Boy and really plays 36 games - CNET

  04-08-2020 22:26 via cnet.com
  
  Look at it this way: This case costs less than a lot of cases that don't play any games at all.
  
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• The best internet providers for 2020: How to choose cable vs. DSL vs. satellite and more - CNET

  04-08-2020 22:26 via cnet.com
  
  Speed, price, and the pros and cons of every type of internet service -- from dial-up to fiber to 5G.
  
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• Extra $600 unemployment benefit not extended: Update on where things stand - CNET

  04-08-2020 22:17 via cnet.com
  
  With Democrats and Republicans deadlocked, what's the future of the Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation program?
  
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• Twilio turns in strong second quarter financial results

  04-08-2020 22:16 via zdnet.com
  
  Twilio's non-GAAP earnings rang up to 9 cents a share on revenue of $400.8 million, up 46% year over year.
  
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• HEALS vs. CARES vs. Heroes stimulus packages: Key differences between Republican and Democratic proposals - CNET

  04-08-2020 22:15 via cnet.com
  
  How will the first stimulus package and the next one differ from one another? We sort out which benefits you might actually get this time around.
  
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• Disney Plus hits 57.5 million subscribers - CNET

  04-08-2020 22:11 via cnet.com
  
  Between Disney Plus, Hulu and ESPN Plus, Disney's streaming services have more than 100 million subscribers combined.
  
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• Ewan McGregor's Long Way Up features Rivian R1T electric truck, debuts Sept. 18 - Roadshow

  04-08-2020 21:31 via cnet.com
  
  The Apple TV Plus series will see the Hollywood star and his longtime pal Charley Boorman traversing South and Central America on Harley-Davidson LiveWire electric motorbikes supported by Rivian trucks.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy Note 20 reportedly leaked in AT&T promo video - CNET

  04-08-2020 21:23 via cnet.com
  
  The video gives a sneak peek at the upcoming Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra.
  
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• Review: Google Pixel 4A officially has the best camera for the money - CNET

  04-08-2020 21:22 via cnet.com
  
  The Pixel 4A raises the bar for how good a budget phone's camera can be.
  
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• New SpaceX Starship fails to fire, but the Mars rocket has more chances - CNET

  04-08-2020 21:20 via cnet.com
  
  The headless rocket known as SN5 didn't light up Monday or Tuesday morning, but Elon Musk and SpaceX will give it a go again soon.
  
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• The Boys full trailer for season 2 promises more violent delights - CNET

  04-08-2020 21:13 via cnet.com
  
  The Supes are back for another season of Amazon's not-so-family-friendly superhero show.
  
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• Apple marketing chief Phil Schiller replaced by Greg Joswiak

  04-08-2020 20:55 via zdnet.com
  
  Schiller, a longtime Apple veteran, will remain on as an Apple Fellow, continuing to lead theApp Store and Apple Events.
  
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• The best 3D printer for beginners and budget creators to buy for 2020 - CNET

  04-08-2020 20:43 via cnet.com
  
  Fire up the 3D printer and even print your own face masks and other pandemic accessories.
  
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• Best indoor bike trainers for 2020: Tacx, Wahoo, Saris and more compared - CNET

  04-08-2020 20:42 via cnet.com
  
  I narrowed down the options to help you step up your cycling game without leaving the house.
  
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• Best gaming phone for 2020: Razer 2, Asus ROG, Xiaomi Black Shark and Nubia Red Magic Mars compared - CNET

  04-08-2020 20:39 via cnet.com
  
  We tested four phones specifically designed for smartphone gaming to see which one is truly the best.
  
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• Honda recalls 1.6 million Pilot, Passport and Odyssey vehicles - Roadshow

  04-08-2020 20:34 via cnet.com
  
  Four different recalls cover the two SUVs and the minivan, for reasons ranging from bad software to power sliding doors that won't open.
  
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• Liam Fox faces growing scrutiny over Russian hack of personal email

  04-08-2020 20:25
  
  Opposition MPs and former civilian servants demand to know exactly how UK-US trade dossier appeared onlineLiam Fox is facing questions from opposition politicians, former civil servants and campaigners about how Russian hackers were apparently able to obtain government documents marked “official sensitive [UK eyes only]” from his personal email last year.The former minister’s account is believed to have been accessed repeatedly between July and October, and 451 pages of emails
  
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• NBA restart: How to watch Celtics vs. Heat, Rockets vs. Blazers today without cable - CNET

  04-08-2020 20:13 via cnet.com
  
  The NBA restart continues Tuesday with two games each on TNT and NBA TV.
  
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• Firefox adds protections against redirect tracking

  04-08-2020 20:02 via zdnet.com
  
  New protection already active in Firefox 79; will roll out to all Firefox users in the next few weeks.
  
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• When will COVID end? Update on the race for a coronavirus vaccine - CNET

  04-08-2020 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  Dozens of vaccines to stop COVID-19 are being developed at a record pace. We tell you everything you need to know about the progress being made.
  
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• New stimulus check qualifications? How your eligibility requirements might change - CNET

  04-08-2020 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  As the stimulus bill debate stretches into its second week in Washington and Pelosi is looking at no deal this week, we have questions. Could more people in your family meet the requirements for a second stimulus payment, or fewer? Here's the status of qualifications.
  
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• The Guardian view on empty offices: goodbye to all that? | Editorial

  04-08-2020 19:57
  
  The coronavirus pandemic is accelerating a digitally driven trend that was already in train. We need to plan for the downsidesIn The Good Life, a much-loved 1970s sitcom, one of the main characters would regularly arrive home from work cursing the trials and tribulations of the daily commute. Jerry Leadbetter was an affluent senior manager in a design firm based in central London. By contrast, his stress-free next-door neighbours in Surbiton, Tom and Barbara Good, had opted for a green, self-suf
  
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• Phil Schiller steps into smaller role at Apple - CNET

  04-08-2020 19:51 via cnet.com
  
  The longtime head of marketing will become an Apple Fellow but will continue to lead the App Store and Apple events.
  
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• Nebula looks like a glowing space butterfly in stunning shot - CNET

  04-08-2020 19:43 via cnet.com
  
  The ESO's Very Large Telescope delivers a fresh "cosmic gem."
  
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• How to watch Rangers vs. Hurricanes, Canadiens vs. Penguins, 2020 Stanley Cup playoffs - CNET

  04-08-2020 19:30 via cnet.com
  
  Hockey fans can stream all the action live from the NHL bubbles in Canada, no cable TV required.
  
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• Frog eats beetle, beetle escapes alive through frog's butt - CNET

  04-08-2020 19:15 via cnet.com
  
  A new study shows how the aquatic beetle Regimbartia attenuata can survive after being gulped down by a frog. Yes, this is the kind of world we live in.
  
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• Projector setup tips: How to get the biggest, best image for movie night - CNET

  04-08-2020 19:13 via cnet.com
  
  From box to big screen, here's eight ways to perfect your home theater projection rig.
  
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• Virgin Galactic's Richard Branson won't make it to space in 2020 - CNET

  04-08-2020 19:07 via cnet.com
  
  The British billionaire's space tourism company cites setbacks due to the pandemic.
  
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• Next stimulus package: All the benefits you could get, along with a second check - CNET

  04-08-2020 19:00 via cnet.com
  
  Congress and the White House have until Friday before the Senate breaks to pass another stimulus bill. Here's where the debate stands on enhanced unemployment benefits and more as we head into the second week of negotiations.
  
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