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• Why and how you'd be required to return stimulus money to the IRS - CNET

  06-02-2021 23:15 via cnet.com
  
  Depending on your current situation, there's a chance you might have to to send back all or part of a stimulus payment. Here's how to find out.
  
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• Liverpool vs. Man City: Start time, how to watch or stream online in the US, Australia and UK - CNET

  06-02-2021 23:02 via cnet.com
  
  If Man City win this one, the EPL could be an uphill struggle for Liverpool and everyone.
  
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• Stimulus bill status: Every important thing happening, including $1,400 check update - CNET

  06-02-2021 21:30 via cnet.com
  
  Congress is moving ahead with President Biden's $1.9 trillion stimulus package with $1,400 payments. Here's what you need to know on where the bill stands now.
  
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• Trump impeachment trial set to start in 3 days: Here's what to know - CNET

  06-02-2021 20:56 via cnet.com
  
  The proceedings continue against Donald Trump, the first US president to be impeached twice.
  
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• A 'targeted' stimulus check is looking more likely. What that means for your $1,400 payment - CNET

  06-02-2021 20:28 via cnet.com
  
  What's a "targeted" stimulus check and why are top US leaders embracing it? We'll explain, along with how certain changes could limit if you get a third check.
  
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• The Weeknd's Super Bowl halftime show: What to expect, how to watch for free - CNET

  06-02-2021 20:19 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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• When will your third stimulus check arrive? Here's what just sped up the timeline - CNET

  06-02-2021 19:30 via cnet.com
  
  There's a new date on the calendar to pass another COVID-19 relief package. Here's what that could mean for your next stimulus check.
  
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• Save $80 on a Segway Ninebot Kickscooter Max, plus get a $75 gift card - CNET

  06-02-2021 18:35 via cnet.com
  
  Scoot around town on a Segway Max for just $719, shipped.
  
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• More stimulus check details emerge: New payment size and qualifications, speedier timeline - CNET

  06-02-2021 18:30 via cnet.com
  
  We've dug into 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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• Saturday morning deals: Apple Watch at $169, 1080p projector for $145 and more - CNET

  06-02-2021 18:08 via cnet.com
  
  You can also save big on the BodyBoss home gym and a CBS All Access (soon to be Paramount Plus) subscription.
  
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• The year ahead in DevOps and agile: bring on the automation, bring on the business involvement

  06-02-2021 17:54 via zdnet.com
  
  DevOps has an automation problem, while agile has an identification problem. Both face organizational problems. Both are needed in the digital transformation shaping the months ahead.
  
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• Trump impeachment trial begins in 3 days: Why he won't testify, what else to know - CNET

  06-02-2021 17:40 via cnet.com
  
  He likely won't 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 former President Donald Trump.
  
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• 2 reasons you want to file taxes as early as possible (psst, that's Feb. 12) - CNET

  06-02-2021 17:17 via cnet.com
  
  If you're claiming missing stimulus money on your taxes this year, file early to get it as soon as you can. Plus it's possible you could get a new stimulus payment sooner if you do.
  
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• US billionaires vie to make space the next business frontier

  06-02-2021 17:00
  
  Technological advances mean taking humans to play among the stars is just one of the aims of Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk and a host of eager investorsLater this year Jeff Bezos, the first person to have led a business from nothing to a trillion-dollar valuation, will step down from his job as head of Amazon. But as you’d expect from a tech multibillionaire, his eyes are on a potentially bigger prize: outer space. Bezos will be dedicating more time to a space race between entrepreneur rivals that
  
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• Best cheap home security cameras to buy this year - CNET

  06-02-2021 16:48 via cnet.com
  
  Want to keep an eye on your home for less money? We've got you covered.
  
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• Are you being charged a hidden coronavirus fee? This is what to look for - CNET

  06-02-2021 16:38 via cnet.com
  
  We'll explain the types of charges that are most common, and what you should know.
  
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• Kia Carnival minivan name confirmed on US EPA website - Roadshow

  06-02-2021 16:00 via cnet.com
  
  The next-generation Sedona minivan will have a new name.
  
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• Galaxy S21 vs. Galaxy S20: What to know about Samsung phone price, features and more - CNET

  06-02-2021 16:00 via cnet.com
  
  The new Samsung Galaxy S21 is now available. Here's how it stacks up against the Galaxy S20, including camera features and other specs.
  
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• Best Lego kits for car lovers for 2021 - Roadshow

  06-02-2021 16:00 via cnet.com
  
  Legos are the perfect quarantine activity and these should all keep your car-obsessed loved one busy for ages.
  
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• The best coffee maker for 2021: Bunn, Bonavita, Oxo, Ninja and more - CNET

  06-02-2021 15:45 via cnet.com
  
  We tested many coffee makers from leading brands to learn which is best. On the list are models from Bonavita, Ninja, Oxo, Technivorm, KitchenAid and others.
  
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• Can CBD improve your workout performance? It's complicated - CNET

  06-02-2021 15:45 via cnet.com
  
  Separating hype from fact on the potential benefits of CBD for fitness and health.
  
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• $1,400 stimulus check calculator: Estimating your total isn't that simple. Here's what to know - CNET

  06-02-2021 15:15 via cnet.com
  
  Third stimulus check details are still under debate, with more ideas emerging every day. Our calculators will help estimate your payment total in two scenarios.
  
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• Host a big game watch party with friends using these apps. Here's how - CNET

  06-02-2021 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  You can watch Super Bowl 2021 on Sunday while chatting virtually with your friends at the same time.
  
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• Best smart home devices of 2021 that aren't made by Amazon or Google - CNET

  06-02-2021 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  We took Amazon and Google out of the running (just this once) to see what other great smart home gadgets are out there.
  
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• 13 hidden iPhone features you're sure to love in iOS 14 - CNET

  06-02-2021 14:15 via cnet.com
  
  Think you know all there is to know about iOS 14 and iPadOS 14? Think again.
  
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• You can still host a big game watch party safely this Sunday. Here's how - CNET

  06-02-2021 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Super Bowl Sunday can still be fun, even if you're hanging out with your friends on Zoom or in a socially distanced fashion.
  
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• What does carbon neutral mean? - CNET

  06-02-2021 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  We hear the term a lot. Here's what it means and what you can do to achieve it.
  
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• The Kohler Moxie Showerhead uses Alexa to make mornings fun video - CNET

  06-02-2021 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  This voice-controlled smart shower includes a good battery-powered speaker that magnetically snaps into place.
  
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• Teens, social media use and mental health: What you really need to know - CNET

  06-02-2021 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  There might be cause for concern, but that doesn't mean you need to panic.
  
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• McDonald's customers are in for a very big surprise (Can they cope?)

  06-02-2021 14:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Technology can often change the customer experience and McDonald's latest tech-driven move may raise eyebrows with many. There is, of course, a potential catch.
  
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• Ford Raptor and Nissan Frontier revealed, Bronco Sport reviewed: Roadshow's week in review - Roadshow

  06-02-2021 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Join us as we look back at the biggest news and best reviews from the week ending Feb. 6.
  
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• Everything important you need to know about stimulus checks today - CNET

  06-02-2021 13:15 via cnet.com
  
  A third stimulus check is likely around the corner, and some people are still waiting for their first and second payments. We break down some of the big developments everyone should be aware of.
  
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• COVID-19 vaccine: Employer requirements, hidden costs, when you'll get vaccinated, more - CNET

  06-02-2021 13:15 via cnet.com
  
  Will you be required to get a coronavirus vaccine to return to work? Where can you get vaccinated? Is it free? What can you do after you're vaccinated? Here's what you need to know.
  
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• iPhone 12 Pro and Pro Max vs. iPhone 11 Pro and Pro Max: Here's what changed - CNET

  06-02-2021 13:00 via cnet.com
  
  We compare cameras, performance, battery life and more between Apple's newest Pro phones, the iPhone 12 Pro and Pro Max, and the previous year's models, the iPhone 11 Pro and Pro Max.
  
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• Bezos to step down as Amazon CEO, Apple's rumored headset video - CNET

  06-02-2021 13:00 via cnet.com
  
  This week's major tech headlines include Jeff Bezos' plan to step down as Amazon CEO, Uber's purchase of Drizly and Apple's rumored headset.
  
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• Black History Month: How to find and support Black-owned restaurants - CNET

  06-02-2021 12:15 via cnet.com
  
  Dining at Black-owned businesses is one of many ways to celebrate Black History Month.
  
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• Use Zoom? Do these three things

  06-02-2021 12:00 via zdnet.com
  
  A year ago, I'd used Zoom a couple of times. Nowadays, I find myself using it daily. And while it makes connecting to others easy, it has some issues. It's fast becoming the new Google Chrome.
  
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• Large stimulus check or nothing at all? The equation matters more than you may think - CNET

  06-02-2021 11:00 via cnet.com
  
  The size of stimulus checks is determined by a formula. And with the third payment, more than one of those numbers could change. Here's why the equation is everything.
  
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• Every Google Chrome user should click this button now

  06-02-2021 11:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Whether you're using Google Chrome on a Windows system or on a Mac, you should go find and click this button now.
  
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• 2021 Ford Bronco Sport is ready for mountains and malls - Roadshow

  06-02-2021 11:00 via cnet.com
  
  No matter the environment, there's a lot to like about Ford's "Baby Bronco."
  
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• Upright buzzer aims to tackle lockdown slouching

  06-02-2021 10:46 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The Upright buzzer vibrates when the wearer slouches, to encourage them to sit up straight.
  
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• All the iPhone 13 rumors we've heard so far, from release date to price - CNET

  06-02-2021 09:30 via cnet.com
  
  Only a few months after Apple unveiled its latest flagship phone, people are already speculating about the iPhone 13.
  
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• Virtual reality tourism ready for takeoff as travellers remain grounded

  06-02-2021 09:00
  
  Experts say pandemic could provide watershed moment for technology, potentially leading to more sustainable tourismWith globe-trotting banned in the pandemic, increasing numbers of people are turning to virtual reality to relieve pent-up demand for travel.Escapism from the sofa through a growing range of VR travel experiences is whetting appetites for post-pandemic holidays and could be a watershed moment for the technology in tourism, say analysts. Continue reading...
  
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• Lidar on the iPhone 12 Pro: It's cool now, but it's going to be so much cooler - CNET

  06-02-2021 09:00 via cnet.com
  
  The iPhone 12 Pro and 2020 iPad Pro have a new sensor that adds depth scanning for better photos, but the future points to AR glasses and more. We've been testing it.
  
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• Is big tech now just too big to stomach?

  06-02-2021 09:00
  
  The Covid crisis has turbo-charged profits and share prices. But are the big six now too powerful for regulators to ignore?The coronavirus pandemic has wrought economic disruption on a global scale, but one sector has marched on throughout the chaos: big tech.Further evidence of the industry’s relentless progress has come in recent weeks with the news that Apple and Amazon both raked in sales of $100bn (£72bn) over the past three months – 25% more than Tesco brings in over a fu
  
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• A 'targeted' $1,400 stimulus check: Every way that could happen, and why - CNET

  06-02-2021 09:00 via cnet.com
  
  What's a "targeted" stimulus payment and why do some people want it? We'll explain, along with how certain changes could limit who gets a third check.
  
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• 10 fun ways to entertain kids over half-term

  06-02-2021 08:07
  
  Escape that Groundhog day feeling by trying out our creative tips on cooking, crafting, ‘camping’, and chucking stuff at DadChristmas, Easter, Bonfire Night and Halloween – the events that usually punctuate our year – haven’t felt sufficient in the pandemic, so in my family we’ve gone all out for occasions that would usually pass us by. Cultural appropriation maybe, but it has livened up Groundhog Day dinner times. We had a Diwali party in November, taking adv
  
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• When will your third stimulus check arrive? Thanks to today's new info, we might now know - CNET

  06-02-2021 07:00 via cnet.com
  
  A new date to get the stimulus bill passed is circled on the calendar. Here's what that could mean for your next stimulus check.
  
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• The cursed demise of Habbo Hotel

  06-02-2021 07:00
  
  Lockdown sent people flocking back to Habbo. Then an update crashed the economy and created the perfect environment for scammers
  
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• How to remote play PS5 and Xbox Series X games on your phone

  06-02-2021 07:00
  
  No need to share TV time any more. Here’s how to Remote Play on PS5 and Xbox Series X – what’s possible, what's not, and which is best
  
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