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• Jeopardy's first host after Alex Trebek's death is former champ Ken Jennings - CNET

  23-11-2020 23:58 via cnet.com
  
  One of the greatest contestants in the show's history will temporarily take up the mantle.
  
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• China launches lander to snag moon dirt for the first time in decades - CNET

  23-11-2020 23:56 via cnet.com
  
  Chang'e 5 is bringing back a little lunar gift before the New Year.
  
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• GM drops support for Trump administration's lawsuit to ban California's regulations - Roadshow

  23-11-2020 23:48 via cnet.com
  
  GM joined a handful of other automakers siding with the Trump administration on litigation. Now, the US automaker wants others to join its reversal.
  
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• Will stimulus check eligibility be the same or different with a second payment? What we know - CNET

  23-11-2020 23:15 via cnet.com
  
  If and when a second stimulus check is approved, just like the first, there will still be qualifications that determine who gets paid. It's likely the payment would follow the same guidelines, but there could be some changes. Here's what we know now.
  
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• Mysterious metal monolith discovered in remote Utah desert - CNET

  23-11-2020 23:06 via cnet.com
  
  It looks like something out of 2001: A Space Odyssey. With the way 2020 is going, maybe we should pretend we didn't see it.
  
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• Dinosaurs were doing just fine until the asteroid hit, new research says - CNET

  23-11-2020 23:04 via cnet.com
  
  The data shows tyrannosaur and herbivores were still dominating the globe.
  
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• Antony Blinken has a band, and people are reviewing his 'wonk rock' - CNET

  23-11-2020 22:57 via cnet.com
  
  "Honestly it's pretty good," one Twitter user says of music by the nominee for secretary of state.
  
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• The 12 best TV shows to binge on Disney Plus - CNET

  23-11-2020 22:56 via cnet.com
  
  Searching for more great shows like The Mandalorian? Let's round up Disney's best gems.
  
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• 17 of the best movies to stream on Amazon Prime Video - CNET

  23-11-2020 22:53 via cnet.com
  
  Not sure what to watch on Amazon tonight? Let's round up some of its best gems.
  
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• Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade promises 'electrifying' Pikachu performance - CNET

  23-11-2020 22:50 via cnet.com
  
  Pikachu is back for the 20th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
  
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• 32 best movies to see on Disney Plus - CNET

  23-11-2020 22:50 via cnet.com
  
  Searching for entertainment other than Marvel and Star Wars? Let's round up the best gems on Disney Plus.
  
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• The 32 best TV shows to stream on Hulu - CNET

  23-11-2020 22:48 via cnet.com
  
  Looking for a great show to watch tonight? Here are some of the best Hulu has to offer.
  
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• Amazon's Echo Buds add fitness features like logging steps, calories burned - CNET

  23-11-2020 22:47 via cnet.com
  
  Just tell Alexa to start a workout.
  
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• Black Friday 2020 Echo deals: New Echo Dot drops to $29, 2020 Echo hits $70, Echo Show 5 back to $45 - CNET

  23-11-2020 22:39 via cnet.com
  
  Price cuts on Amazon devices are now available across the board.
  
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• Foxconn to assemble Google server components in Wisconsin plant, report says - CNET

  23-11-2020 22:36 via cnet.com
  
  The beleaguered Wisconsin factory had been touted as a key to bringing manufacturing back to the US.
  
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• These artistic iPhone cases are only $12.50 for Black Friday - CNET

  23-11-2020 22:34 via cnet.com
  
  Casely is currently offering 50% off all its cases, including those for the latest iPhone 12 models. Lots of fun designs are available.
  
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• US orders GM to recall 6 million Chevy, GMC and Cadillac SUVs for Takata airbag issues - Roadshow

  23-11-2020 22:28 via cnet.com
  
  After years of GM petitioning the government saying the airbags are safe, NHTSA said the automaker must recall the vehicles.
  
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• China just sent a lander to snag moon dirt for the first time in decades - CNET

  23-11-2020 22:25 via cnet.com
  
  Chang'e 5 is bringing back a little lunar gift before the New Year.
  
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• Nutanix beats Q1 expectations, narrows loss

  23-11-2020 22:20 via zdnet.com
  
  Shares of Nutanix were up over 8% after hours.
  
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• Black Friday vacuum deals: Sales on Shark, Dyson, Bissell, Neato, Hoover and more - CNET

  23-11-2020 22:17 via cnet.com
  
  This is the best time of year to buy a new vacuum -- or a robot vacuum.
  
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• Where to buy Thanksgiving face masks, plus masks for more holidays - CNET

  23-11-2020 22:15 via cnet.com
  
  Stay safe while celebrating with a festive face mask, or five.
  
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• Sorry, you missed the deadline to claim your first stimulus check. Here's what to do now - CNET

  23-11-2020 22:04 via cnet.com
  
  The cutoff to claim a missing stimulus check this year has come and gone, but you have one more chance to get a payment.
  
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• Black Friday 2020 Kindle sales: Kindle for $60, Kindle Oasis for $175 returning soon - CNET

  23-11-2020 22:03 via cnet.com
  
  Prices on Kindle e-readers will be back at or below their Prime Day pricing, thanks to sales at Amazon.
  
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• Best Nest and Google Assistant devices of 2020: Smart speakers, cameras and more - CNET

  23-11-2020 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  From smart displays and speakers to light bulbs and locks, building a smart home with Google Assistant means plenty of hardware options. Here are our top picks.
  
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• Xbox Series S available before Black Friday? Check availability at Amazon, Best Buy, Target and more - CNET

  23-11-2020 21:52 via cnet.com
  
  The little brother of the Xbox Series X can be yours for $300 -- if you can find it in stock.
  
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• Xbox Series X in stock before Black Friday? Check restock availability at Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart and more - CNET

  23-11-2020 21:48 via cnet.com
  
  The new Xbox is now available, but it's tough to find in stores. Here's the latest on where to find Microsoft's high-end next-generation console.
  
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• How to take a power nap, according to a sleep expert - CNET

  23-11-2020 21:46 via cnet.com
  
  Power naps can save your energy and focus, if you do it right.
  
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• TigerDirect Black Friday deals: iPad Pro, MSI Modern, more

  23-11-2020 21:33 via zdnet.com
  
  The tech etailer has some good Black Friday sales, but be aware of outdated and refurb products amongst its deals.
  
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• PS5 before Black Friday? Check for restocks at Walmart, Amazon, GameStop and Target - CNET

  23-11-2020 21:32 via cnet.com
  
  It's here -- but playing hard to get. Here's the latest on where to find the Sony PlayStation 5.
  
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• Amazon Black Friday hack: Get 5% cash back on every purchase with Prime Rewards Visa - CNET

  23-11-2020 21:19 via cnet.com
  
  Plus: Get a $100 Amazon gift card for signing up -- and an additional 10% back on select products until Nov. 30.
  
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• Black Friday 2020 Fire tablet sales: Fire HD 10 and Fire HD 8 Kids Edition are both $80 - CNET

  23-11-2020 21:10 via cnet.com
  
  Prime Day discounts have returned to most of the tablets in Amazon's line.
  
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• Ford Bronco R redeems itself, finishes the 2020 Baja 1000 - Roadshow

  23-11-2020 21:08 via cnet.com
  
  However, the racing prototype couldn't best the Scuderia Cameron Glickenhaus Boot.
  
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• People are reviewing Antony Blinken's original 'wonk rock' tunes - CNET

  23-11-2020 21:07 via cnet.com
  
  "Honestly it's pretty good," one Twitter user writes of music by Blinken, just nominated by Joe Biden to be secretary of state. You can hear his band Ablinken on Spotify.
  
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• Oxford Dictionaries forgoes tradition and announces 'Words of an Unprecedented Year' - CNET

  23-11-2020 21:01 via cnet.com
  
  Oxford English Dictionaries couldn't pick just one word to sum up 2020.
  
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• Human Rights Commission publishes guide to recognising and preventing AI bias

  23-11-2020 21:00 via zdnet.com
  
  The technical paper highlights how human rights should be considered when AI systems are being developed.
  
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• 4 ways to wake up after a bad night's sleep, no coffee required - CNET

  23-11-2020 20:54 via cnet.com
  
  Feel more refreshed and energized without the dreaded caffeine jitters.
  
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• Black Friday 2020 Ring doorbell sale: Save up to 50% off video doorbells and Ring cameras right now - CNET

  23-11-2020 20:47 via cnet.com
  
  Plus: Get free Echo speakers and displays with some deal bundles.
  
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• Black Friday tablet deals: iPad Pro, Galaxy Tab S7, and more

  23-11-2020 20:45 via zdnet.com
  
  The very best Black Friday 2020 tablet deals.
  
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• If a second stimulus payment happens, not everyone will get it. Here's why - CNET

  23-11-2020 20:30 via cnet.com
  
  Many people wouldn't be eligible for a new stimulus check, just like some weren't for the first -- especially if their situation or the rules change.
  
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• Web hosting 2020: Best services and providers for your site

  23-11-2020 20:24 via zdnet.com
  
  Whether you're working from home, running a startup, or building out a larger internet presence for your business, you'll need to select a web host. We compare the best hosting services available and help you choose the right provider for your particular needs.
  
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• Best web hosting service 2020: Find providers for your site

  23-11-2020 20:24 via zdnet.com
  
  Whether you're working from home, running a startup, or building out a larger internet presence for your business, you'll need to select a web host. We compare the best hosting services available and help you choose the right provider for your particular needs.
  
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• The best home products for fall 2020: Coffee makers, fire pits and other cozy gadgets - CNET

  23-11-2020 20:23 via cnet.com
  
  These devices will help keep you cozy in the colder months.
  
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• Sealed copy of Super Mario Bros. 3 sells for record $156,000 at auction - CNET

  23-11-2020 20:20 via cnet.com
  
  The rare copy of the 1990 NES game shatters the previous record for the highest price paid for a video game at auction.
  
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• Black Friday Fire TV, Roku and Chromecast deals live now: Top models start as low as $17 - CNET

  23-11-2020 20:19 via cnet.com
  
  There's never been a better time to buy.
  
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• Best car gift ideas under $500: Xbox Series X, Milwaukee, BMW, Chemical Guys - Roadshow

  23-11-2020 20:19 via cnet.com
  
  This is for those of you a special car-obsessed someone who's worth spending a little extra quiche on this holiday season.
  
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• KFC rolls out self-driving food trucks in China and it's sort of wild - Roadshow

  23-11-2020 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  Contactless Kentucky Fried Chicken is totally a thing now.
  
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• How to fix your sleep schedule after it's been thrown off - CNET

  23-11-2020 19:58 via cnet.com
  
  A consistent sleep cycle improves sleep quality.
  
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• The ins and outs of Starlink: Internet from the sky

  23-11-2020 19:44 via zdnet.com
  
  A recent Reddit ask-me-anything revealed more about the increasingly popular Starlink near-Earth orbit internet provider service.
  
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• How do remote workers find downtime while working from home during COVID-19?

  23-11-2020 19:40 via zdnet.com
  
  How are remote workers balancing work from home life? Are we getting enough breaks while working from home?
  
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• Your second stimulus check could be more than the first. Here's how much money you could see - CNET

  23-11-2020 19:31 via cnet.com
  
  A second payment doesn't have to be the same amount as the first check you received earlier this year.
  
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