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• For Super Bowl Sunday, people are searching for these foods - CNET

  05-02-2021 23:58 via cnet.com
  
  Forget wings. It's all about the "chia seed coconut milk dessert," apparently.
  
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• Trump won't testify? 4 days until impeachment trial begins. What to know - CNET

  05-02-2021 23:55 via cnet.com
  
  He most likely will not make an appearance, but here's what's at stake, what's happening in the Senate and what's next in the second impeachment trial of Donald Trump.
  
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• Super Bowl 2021 ads: The best, funniest, most uplifting commercials so far - CNET

  05-02-2021 23:47 via cnet.com
  
  Maya Rudolph, Don Cheadle, Brad Garrett and other celebs star. Plus, Mank director David Fincher produces Anheuser-Busch's first ever Super Bowl spot.
  
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• Update your Chrome: Google releases important security fix - CNET

  05-02-2021 23:16 via cnet.com
  
  A Chrome security weakness is still being exploited in the wild. This is an update you don't want to skip.
  
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• The new Porsche 911 GT3 will debut on Feb. 16 - Roadshow

  05-02-2021 23:16 via cnet.com
  
  Expect flat-six power, a manual transmission and one heck of a rear wing.
  
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• Stimulus checks: This political power move would leapfrog opposition to fast-track a bill. Here's how - CNET

  05-02-2021 23:15 via cnet.com
  
  Never heard of budget reconciliation before? There's a reason for it. We'll walk you through what it does and how it could speed up a stimulus bill, and the check it could send out.
  
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• China's Tianwen-1 Mars probe delivers its first haunting look at the planet - CNET

  05-02-2021 23:13 via cnet.com
  
  The Chinese spacecraft is one of three arriving at the red planet this month. Its destination is near.
  
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• Caution: 'Large boulder the size of a large boulder' blocks Colorado road - CNET

  05-02-2021 23:05 via cnet.com
  
  At last, destiny is fulfilled for the sheriff's department whose tweet about a "large boulder the size of a small boulder" went viral.
  
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• Microsoft, Google, Facebook, others freeze political contributions in wake of Capitol siege - CNET

  05-02-2021 22:50 via cnet.com
  
  After the deadly Jan. 6 attack, and a vote by some politicians not to certify the 2020 election results, tech giants are rethinking their political contributions.
  
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• China's Tianwen-1 spacecraft delivers its first haunting look at Mars - CNET

  05-02-2021 22:38 via cnet.com
  
  The Chinese probe is one of three spacecraft arriving at the red planet this month. Its destination is near.
  
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• Best wireless earbuds in 2021: AirPods and alternatives

  05-02-2021 22:27 via zdnet.com
  
  Good earbuds aren't just great for making and receiving calls when on the move. They can help you relax and even block out the hustle and bustle of the world around you.
  
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• SpaceX nails Starlink launch, with another coming next week - CNET

  05-02-2021 22:26 via cnet.com
  
  Elon Musk's company was aiming for two launches in a single week, but has to postpone the second mission.
  
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• Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg use Clubhouse: What to know about the exclusive service - CNET

  05-02-2021 22:12 via cnet.com
  
  The audio-only app is capturing the attention of notable names like Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg and readying for expansion.
  
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• Universal pulls its music from TikTok rival Triller

  05-02-2021 21:48 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The record label says Triller has "shamefully withheld payments owed to our artists".
  
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• Webdev tutorials site SitePoint discloses data breach

  05-02-2021 21:31 via zdnet.com
  
  SitePoint admits data breach after one million user creds were sold on a hacking forum last December.
  
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• 9 ways the third stimulus check could bring you more money - CNET

  05-02-2021 21:30 via cnet.com
  
  President Joe Biden's stimulus proposal could put more money in your wallet. Here's why.
  
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• NordVPN vs. ExpressVPN: How the two privacy titans stack up in 2021 - CNET

  05-02-2021 21:25 via cnet.com
  
  Both popular VPNs offer competitive privacy protection. Here's how they compare side by side.
  
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• When you've seized $64 million in Bitcoin, but don't have the password - CNET

  05-02-2021 21:23 via cnet.com
  
  Authorities in Germany seized more than 1,700 bitcoin, but the fraudster who arrested refused to give up the password.
  
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• Don't post a photo of your vaccination card on social media, officials warn - CNET

  05-02-2021 21:17 via cnet.com
  
  The US Federal Trade Commission says criminals can use personal information to steal your identity. Instead, take a "vaccine selfie."
  
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• Amazon warehouse worker union vote will go forward in Alabama - CNET

  05-02-2021 21:16 via cnet.com
  
  The National Labor Relations Board denies Amazon's requests to stay the election and to appeal a decision that OK'd a by-mail vote.
  
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• WandaVision episode 5 recap: Disney Plus show hints at Marvel Cinematic Universe's future - CNET

  05-02-2021 21:01 via cnet.com
  
  Wanda and Vision's sitcom existence hits the beautiful neon '80s, and they get a surprise guest.
  
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• WandaVision release dates: When does episode 6 hit Disney Plus? - CNET

  05-02-2021 20:59 via cnet.com
  
  Marvel's WandaVision is officially past the halfway mark on Disney Plus. Here's the full release schedule for the coming weeks.
  
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• The Weeknd Super Bowl 2021 halftime show: How to watch for free - CNET

  05-02-2021 20:58 via cnet.com
  
  The musician spent $7 million of his own money to make sure the performance will be just right. Before the game, Jazmine Sullivan and Eric Church will sing the national anthem.
  
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• Microsoft details its legacy Edge browser phase-out strategy

  05-02-2021 20:50 via zdnet.com
  
  Microsoft will remove the legacy Edge browser from Windows 10 users' machines as of April's Patch Tuesday, a month after ceasing security updates for the old Edge.
  
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• Encrochat: Secret network messages can be used in court, judges rule

  05-02-2021 20:49 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Police say Encrochat, a secret communications network, was used by criminals to trade guns and drugs.
  
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• Christopher Plummer dies at 91: Actor starred in Sound of Music, Star Trek - CNET

  05-02-2021 20:42 via cnet.com
  
  Praise pours in for the legendary star of stage and screen, remembered as one of the greats.
  
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• Christopher Plummer dies at 91: Starred in Sound of Music, Star Trek - CNET

  05-02-2021 20:32 via cnet.com
  
  Praise pours in for the legendary star of stage and screen, remembered as one of the greats.
  
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• FTC warns against posting vaccination card photos to social media - CNET

  05-02-2021 20:29 via cnet.com
  
  Agency says criminals can use personal information to steal your identity.
  
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• Some businesses are charging hidden coronavirus fees. This is what to look for - CNET

  05-02-2021 20:16 via cnet.com
  
  Consumers are being charged surcharges to cover sanitation and PPE items.
  
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• Tailgating tech: Testing Ford Pro Power Onboard in the 2021 F-150 - Roadshow

  05-02-2021 20:07 via cnet.com
  
  Our reviews editor prepares for the big game by putting Ford's powerful in-bed inverter tech to the test in his own driveway.
  
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• Want the next stimulus check sooner? Here's what you can do now - CNET

  05-02-2021 20:05 via cnet.com
  
  These tips can help speed up the delivery of your claimed first or second stimulus checks, as well as a possible third check.
  
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• One of the best massage-gun deals ever: Just $32 - CNET

  05-02-2021 20:03 via cnet.com
  
  Relieve sore muscles on the cheap with this Hypervolt-style massager.
  
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• $1,400 stimulus check, but with a catch? What to know about a third payment - CNET

  05-02-2021 20:02 via cnet.com
  
  We've broken down how much money you might get in the next stimulus check, how income qualifications could change and how soon your money could arrive, plus how it all ties into tax season.
  
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• Covid-19: Facebook rejects businessman's jab advert

  05-02-2021 19:57 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Wilfred Emmanuel-Jones wanted to raise awareness in the black and Asian communities about the Covid-19 jab.
  
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• Best iPhone 12 case in 2021

  05-02-2021 19:50 via zdnet.com
  
  One compelling aspect of the Apple iPhone is the vast assortment of case offerings that appear after the annual release of new phones. There a thin cases, protective cases, leather cases, MagSafe-compatible cases, and more and these are some of our favorites.
  
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• Bill unveiled to reduce Section 230 protections for social media companies - CNET

  05-02-2021 19:48 via cnet.com
  
  The new legislation, introduced Friday, could lead to more lawsuits against Facebook, Twitter and Google.
  
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• Best video doorbell cameras to buy this year - CNET

  05-02-2021 19:43 via cnet.com
  
  Start here if you're looking for a smart doorbell.
  
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• Sen. Warner's unveils bill to reduce Section 230 protections for social media companies - CNET

  05-02-2021 19:32 via cnet.com
  
  The new legislation could lead to more lawsuits against Facebook, Twitter and Google.
  
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• Sen. Warner unveils bill to reduce Section 230 protections for social media companies - CNET

  05-02-2021 19:32 via cnet.com
  
  The new legislation could lead to more lawsuits against Facebook, Twitter and Google.
  
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• SpaceX nails Starlink launch this week, with another coming Sunday - CNET

  05-02-2021 19:28 via cnet.com
  
  Elon Musk's company could send more than 100 of its broadband satellites into space in less than a week.
  
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• Scrapped GoldenEye 007 game 'remaster' leaks online

  05-02-2021 19:22 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Fans of the classic N64 game have been hoping for a high-definition remake for decades.
  
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• Skip the overpriced prix fixe and nab an online cooking class for Valentine's Day - CNET

  05-02-2021 19:19 via cnet.com
  
  Find a virtual cooking lesson for any budget or level of experience.
  
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• Famous sheriff is back with a 'large boulder the size of a large boulder' - CNET

  05-02-2021 19:19 via cnet.com
  
  At last, destiny is fulfilled for the Colorado sheriff's department whose tweet about a "large boulder the size of a small boulder" went viral.
  
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• The 2022 Nissan Frontier is here and it looks hella good - Roadshow

  05-02-2021 19:00 via cnet.com
  
  Nissan's third-generation pickup truck gets a much-needed overhaul.
  
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• Power an entire tailgate party with Ford F-150's Pro Power Onboard video - Roadshow

  05-02-2021 19:00 via cnet.com
  
  We prep for the big game and put Ford's new Pro Power Onboard technology to the test in the new 2021 F-150 with a big screen, sound and some unconventional snacks.
  
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• Happy New Year, Mars! Feb. 7 marks what could be a future Martian holiday - CNET

  05-02-2021 19:00 via cnet.com
  
  If you plan to move to Mars, you'll want to start keeping track of the Martian New Year.
  
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• 2022 Nissan Pathfinder gets a rugged makeover - Roadshow

  05-02-2021 19:00 via cnet.com
  
  The fifth-generation Pathfinder goes modern with new looks and bunch of new technology.
  
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• Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Twitter crack down on 'OGUsers' theft ring - CNET

  05-02-2021 18:57 via cnet.com
  
  After a coordinated investigation, the social media platforms suspend hundreds of accounts that were stealing and selling access to coveted usernames.
  
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• Tesla owners like their car brand the most, Infiniti struggles, study says - Roadshow

  05-02-2021 18:42 via cnet.com
  
  Consumer Reports rounded up responses from owners, and unsurprisingly, Tesla owners really like Tesla.
  
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• Marvel's Fantastic Four: Everything we know about the team's MCU debut - CNET

  05-02-2021 18:30 via cnet.com
  
  When will it be clobberin' time? Spider-Man director Jon Watts is in charge of their first Marvel Cinematic Universe adventure, but one of them may have been mentioned in WandaVision.
  
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