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• TikTok to sue Trump administration over ban on app - CNET

  22-08-2020 23:50 via cnet.com
  
  TikTok confirms that it'll tap the judicial system to challenge an executive order that bans transactions with the app and its Chinese parent company, ByteDance.
  
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• Stimulus check: Income limit, eligibility, fine print and how the first payment could influence the next - CNET

  22-08-2020 23:15 via cnet.com
  
  A second direct payment from the IRS still seems to be a possibility, but some big questions remain. We can look to the original CARES Act for clues.
  
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• New Wonder Woman 1984 trailer reveals Kristen Wiig's Cheetah at DC Fandome - CNET

  22-08-2020 23:07 via cnet.com
  
  See Kristen Wiig's wild-hair and leopard print look (and Chris Pine in parachute pants)!
  
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• What is Microsoft's MeTAOS?

  22-08-2020 22:47 via zdnet.com
  
  Microsoft looks to be building a new foundational layer on top of SharePoint, the Office 365 substrate, Azure, Microsoft'smachine-learning infrastructure in the name of improving users' experiences when using its productivity cloud.
  
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• The Suicide Squad gets first look, reveals Idris Elba, John Cena, more characters - CNET

  22-08-2020 22:28 via cnet.com
  
  At DC FanDome, director James Gunn leads the team of DC antiheroes, including Margot Robbie as Harley Quinn and SNL's Pete Davidson as Blackguard.
  
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• The Suicide Squad gets sneak peek, reveals Idris Elba, John Cena, more characters - CNET

  22-08-2020 21:51 via cnet.com
  
  At DC FanDome, director James Gunn leads the team of DC antiheroes, including John Cena as Peacemaker and Margot Robbie as Harley Quinn.
  
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• Verizon offers Indy 500 fans an AR-enhanced peek at the 2020 race - Roadshow

  22-08-2020 21:42 via cnet.com
  
  With no fans in the stands, the company is using its 5G service to offer an interactive, socially distanced way to enjoy the race weekend.
  
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• DC FanDome: See Suicide Squad, Wonder Woman 1984 and more reveals - CNET

  22-08-2020 21:42 via cnet.com
  
  Today's don't-miss panels include The Batman and the Snyder Cut of Justice League.
  
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• Stimulus package: Every key piece of funding that might be included in a new relief bill - CNET

  22-08-2020 21:30 via cnet.com
  
  Here are the most important parts of a new economic recovery package to consider if negotiators are able to resume talks on Capitol Hill.
  
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• The Suicide Squad reveals Idris Elba, John Cena, Pete Davidson characters - CNET

  22-08-2020 21:15 via cnet.com
  
  Director James Gunn leads the team of DC antiheroes, including Margot Robbie as Harley Quinn.
  
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• Gotham Knights trailer reveals Robin, Nightwing, Batgirl and Red Hood co-op game - CNET

  22-08-2020 20:29 via cnet.com
  
  DC FanDome reveals that Batman's allies must face off against the Court of Owls and other villains, after the Dark Knight's apparent death.
  
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• New Wonder Woman 1984 trailer reveals villain Cheetah's updated look - CNET

  22-08-2020 20:14 via cnet.com
  
  From DC FanDome: Gal Gadot returns as the star-spangled superhero, and Steve Trevor wears parachute pants, because 1980s.
  
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• New Wonder Woman 1984 trailer reveals villain Cheetah's updated look at DC FanDome - CNET

  22-08-2020 20:14 via cnet.com
  
  Gal Gadot returns as the star-spangled superhero, and Steve Trevor wears parachute pants, because 1980s.
  
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• DC FanDome: Watch Wonder Woman 1984, Justice League Snyder Cut and more reveals - CNET

  22-08-2020 20:11 via cnet.com
  
  Today's don't-miss panels include The Batman, The Suicide Squad and the Snyder Cut of Justice League.
  
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• Gotham Knights trailer reveals co-op game starring Robin, Nightwing, Batgirl and Red Hood - CNET

  22-08-2020 20:02 via cnet.com
  
  DC FanDome revealed the Batman's allies must face off against the Court of Owls and other villains, after the Dark Knight's apparent death.
  
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• Save up to half off -- plus another 10% -- on any Jackbox game right now - CNET

  22-08-2020 19:03 via cnet.com
  
  Games are already deeply discounted (pay $21 for the Jackbox Party Pack 6) but get another 10% off the whole order with this promo code.
  
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• Stimulus check requirements: Who might qualify for a second payment - CNET

  22-08-2020 18:50 via cnet.com
  
  The fate of the next round of direct payments is on hold, and anything could happen, including a change in rules on who could be eligible for Round 2.
  
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• UVC light wands kill viruses. They're also a 'major safety issue,' experts warn - CNET

  22-08-2020 18:15 via cnet.com
  
  The invisible light can kill viruses and pathogens like the one that causes COVID-19, but experts are raising alarms about the potential safety risks.
  
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• What we've lost in the push to agile software development, and how to get it back

  22-08-2020 18:14 via zdnet.com
  
  The process of software design often begins on a messy whiteboard that doesn't prepare anyone for anything, according to design advocate Simon Brown. It's time for more upfront thinking.
  
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• Stimulus check money: $1,200 payment could still be sent to you in 2020 - CNET

  22-08-2020 18:10 via cnet.com
  
  We explore how much money you and your family could get if legislation for another round of direct payments passes.
  
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• Stimulus check: How to find your AGI on your taxes, and what that means - CNET

  22-08-2020 17:33 via cnet.com
  
  Your adjusted gross income is what determines the amount of money you'd receive in a second stimulus check, once a bill is passed. Here's how to calculate your AGI based on your tax filings.
  
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• Galaxy Note 20 Ultra review: Huge, gorgeous and high-end -- with a price tag to match - CNET

  22-08-2020 17:23 via cnet.com
  
  Samsung's Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G is possibly the right phone in the wrong situation. Unfortunate timing means it's too expensive for a steep global recession and its feature set will be too much for many.
  
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• Trump, Republicans to test hybrid convention, after DNC goes virtual - CNET

  22-08-2020 17:01 via cnet.com
  
  The GOP plans to rely more on live events than the Democrats did.
  
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• ZAGG accessories for Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra: Drop and screen shatter protection

  22-08-2020 17:00 via zdnet.com
  
  The Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G is now available and it is an expensive investment. ZAGG has Gear4 cases to protect your phone from drops, along with InvisibleShield screen protectors to help protect the glass display.
  
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• Five factors behind the US stock market's miraculous turnaround

  22-08-2020 17:00
  
  Despite looking anything but fearless as Covid-19 first struck, US markets have regained lost ground and reached new highs. We list the reasons whyNothing like the recovery in the US stock market has ever been seen before. After the Wall Street Crash of 1929, the time it took for shares to regain their previous peak was measured in decades. After the global financial crisis of 2008, it was measured in years. This time it has taken less than five months – from a low on 23 March – for
  
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• Mobile Tech Podcast show 178: Galaxy Note 20 Ultra, Microsoft Surface Duo, and BlackBerry 5G

  22-08-2020 16:11 via zdnet.com
  
  I had the pleasure of joining Myriam Joire this week to discuss some great devices available now or coming in the future with a focus on enterprise customers.
  
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• We built the Lego Nintendo Entertainment System. How long did it take? video - CNET

  22-08-2020 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  We put the Lego NES up against the old-school Super Mario Bros. game to see how they compare in terms of fun factor and the time it takes to finish. Yes, it's a race -- building the Lego set versus playing the video game.
  
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• Some people will receive an interest check from the IRS in 2020. See if you'll get one - CNET

  22-08-2020 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Taxpayers might get more money from the government in 2020, but there's a catch.
  
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• Slavery Remembrance Day reminds us falling statues are just the start - CNET

  22-08-2020 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  "Those of us who are descendants from people who were enslaved, it isn't something we can forget."
  
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• Police launch drones to make sure you're wearing a mask

  22-08-2020 14:00 via zdnet.com
  
  As Covid continues to plague, will the police be tempted to take technological liberties? In Australia, they're trying.
  
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• Galaxy Watch 3 stands out from the rest video - CNET

  22-08-2020 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Samsung's new smartwatch has a premium design and an impressive list of health features, but not all of them will be ready at launch.
  
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• Ford Bronco first ride, Ram TRX debut and more: Roadshow's week in review - Roadshow

  22-08-2020 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here's a look at our most important stories for the week ending Aug. 22.
  
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• 2020 Ford Mustang Bullitt: Still our favorite 'Stang - Roadshow

  22-08-2020 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Nothing has changed since the Bullitt debuted last year, and that is just fine with us.
  
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• The IRS may still owe you a $500 stimulus check. Here's how to claim it - CNET

  22-08-2020 13:15 via cnet.com
  
  The IRS nonfilers tool is open again until the end of September to file for a catch-up payment for dependents.
  
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• Galaxy Note 20 Ultra reviewed, new BlackBerry phones in 2021 video - CNET

  22-08-2020 13:00 via cnet.com
  
  This week's major tech headlines include a review of the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra, BlackBerry's plan for new phones in 2021 and the Apple vs. Epic legal situation escalates.
  
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• Turn your Sony camera into a webcam with this easy trick - CNET

  22-08-2020 12:15 via cnet.com
  
  New software from Sony lets you turn your digital camera into a high-quality webcam for video chats and livestreaming.
  
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• NFL 2020: What we know about the upcoming season, who's out and how to watch - CNET

  22-08-2020 12:00 via cnet.com
  
  The NFL is set to play in September, but with the coronavirus pandemic still ongoing, plenty of questions remain.
  
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• How to watch NASCAR at Dover today without cable - CNET

  22-08-2020 12:00 via cnet.com
  
  You don't need cable TV to watch the racin' and rubbin' on NBCSN.
  
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• The best smart outdoor products to buy this summer - CNET

  22-08-2020 11:23 via cnet.com
  
  Here are the best smart home gadgets for your yard.
  
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• 2020 Mercedes-AMG E53: Subtle sophistication - Roadshow

  22-08-2020 11:00 via cnet.com
  
  The midsize luxury sedan flies under the radar a bit, with poise and grace.
  
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• Stimulus package: Every key piece of funding that could be included in a new relief bill - CNET

  22-08-2020 10:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here are the most important parts of a new economic recovery package to consider if negotiators resume talks on Capitol Hill.
  
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• iPhone 12 rumors: Apple may announce it on Sept. 10, launch phone in October - CNET

  22-08-2020 09:00 via cnet.com
  
  Nine standout rumors we've heard about the upcoming iPhone 12, 12 Pro and 12 Pro Max.
  
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• Firefox will soon support keyboard multimedia keys

  22-08-2020 09:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Support for keyboard multimedia keys have been available in Chrome since v73, released in March 2019.
  
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• The UK’s universities are bracing for a coronavirus train wreck

  22-08-2020 07:00
  
  First came Covid-19. Then came the A-levels algorithm. And then came the u-turn
  
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• Our favourite new camper van is not a VW

  22-08-2020 07:00
  
  The Ford Transit Custom Nugget is ideal for staycations. Plus we pick six other outdoor essentials for you to pack inside it
  
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• Is the Audi A8 TFSI e the best luxury hybrid yet?

  22-08-2020 07:00
  
  Audi's A8 TFSI e hybrid combines a phenomenally refined ride, fine EV performance and a top-class interior. It even teaches you to be a better driver
  
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• Stimulus check requirements: What we know about who might qualify for a second payment - CNET

  22-08-2020 06:00 via cnet.com
  
  The fate of the next direct payment is on hold, and anything could happen, including a change in rules on who could be eligible for Round 2.
  
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• Second stimulus check payment schedule: How fast might the IRS send you more money? - CNET

  22-08-2020 06:00 via cnet.com
  
  If a final coronavirus relief bill passes, you could be getting your payment faster than you did in the first round. We worked out some potential dates for when it could happen, based on what we know today.
  
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• Where to buy face masks that are popular - CNET

  22-08-2020 04:24 via cnet.com
  
  These online stores have a variety of styles for your face covering needs, and their masks are a hit with CNET readers.
  
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• Stimulus check money: A $1,200 payment could still be sent in 2020 - CNET

  22-08-2020 04:00 via cnet.com
  
  Republican and Democratic negotiators agree on one issue: Americans need another direct payment this year. We explore how much money you and your family could get if legislation passes.
  
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