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• Amazon's Jeff Bezos backs tax rise on companies

  06-04-2021 23:58 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Comments by the world's richest man come amid a fierce debate over raising the tax rate on companies.
  
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• COVID vaccine passports: How they could let travel take off again - CNET

  06-04-2021 23:33 via cnet.com
  
  Advocates say documentation that proves your COVID vaccination could create a bright future for postpandemic travel, but others worry about privacy and discrimination.
  
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• NFTs explained: These expensive tokens are as weird as you think they are - CNET

  06-04-2021 23:08 via cnet.com
  
  Owning a digital token tied to artwork or song doesn't mean you actually own the art or the song -- but those tokens are still going for a small fortune.
  
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• Guns and lies in America: decoding an unlikely gun violence success story

  06-04-2021 23:08
  
  Why the Guardian US is launching a major project on the dramatic drop in gun homicides in the Bay Area
  Guns and Lies started in 2019 as a year-long project investigating what worked to reduce the daily toll of gun violence in California’s Bay Area, a region that had defied expectations and seen a dramatic decline in gun homicides. The project continued after its first anniversary to now also explore the intersection of gun violence, the coronavirus pandemic and the movement for racial just
  
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• Bezos supports Biden's infrastructure push, corporate tax rate increase - CNET

  06-04-2021 23:07 via cnet.com
  
  The Amazon CEO says "it's the right time" for lawmakers and the president to work out a deal.
  
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• Make sure you claim missing stimulus money on your 2020 tax refund this year. Here's how - CNET

  06-04-2021 23:00 via cnet.com
  
  Tax Day may be pushed back, but if you're one of the millions of people missing stimulus check money from the first two payments, now's the time to file for a Recovery Rebate Credit. Here's everything to know.
  
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• Facebook says a breach that hit 533m is old news. Experts disagree

  06-04-2021 22:50
  
  Regardless of when it was leaked, user data ‘is never really old’ – it’s still valuable to cybercriminals, analysts sayAfter information from 533 million Facebook users was exposed to hackers, the company has tried to reassure users, saying that the data was leaked years ago and has since been secured.But experts say the issue is still grave – whether it happened in 2021 or years prior – largely because of the nature of the leaked data. Continue reading...
  
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• Treat your feet to a massage with this 6-in-1 foot spa for $55.49 - CNET

  06-04-2021 22:43 via cnet.com
  
  This portable tub is like a resort for your feet with heating, massage and soothing bubbles.
  
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• US considers boycott of Beijing Winter Olympics in 2022 - CNET

  06-04-2021 22:28 via cnet.com
  
  A boycott is on the table, says a US State Department spokesperson, though no final decision has been reached.
  
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• Biden moves up deadline for states to open COVID-19 vaccines to all adults - CNET

  06-04-2021 22:22 via cnet.com
  
  The president wants all US adults to be eligible for a shot by April 19.
  
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• Save $175 plus get free shipping and assembly on Peloton-alternative Myx exercise bike - CNET

  06-04-2021 22:21 via cnet.com
  
  Already substantially cheaper than a Peloton, you can save another $425 on the Myx or Myx Plus right now.
  
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• Chevy Colorado, GMC Canyon recalled for power steering failure - Roadshow

  06-04-2021 22:13 via cnet.com
  
  Parent company General Motors needs just over 60,000 of the trucks to return for repairs.
  
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• NASA Mars Perseverance rover snaps charming 'face' selfie - CNET

  06-04-2021 21:53 via cnet.com
  
  Smile for the camera, Percy.
  
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• Disneyland reopens April 30: Here's how to get a theme park reservation and ticket - CNET

  06-04-2021 21:47 via cnet.com
  
  Tickets for the iconic original theme park will resume sales on April 15.
  
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• Google vs. Oracle: The ruling at the US Supreme Court

  06-04-2021 21:44 via zdnet.com
  
  At issue was Google writing its own implementation of the Java language, which happened to use the same APIs as Oracle's Java SE.
  
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• How to get your daily servings of vegetables and fruit: A visual guide - CNET

  06-04-2021 21:37 via cnet.com
  
  We get it, eating enough fruits and veggies every day is tough. This photo guide makes it easier.
  
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• Americans keep stretching auto loans to make car payments affordable - Roadshow

  06-04-2021 21:32 via cnet.com
  
  New data shows auto loans lasting longer than 73 months are on the rise big time.
  
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• NASA drops test spacecraft into million-gallon pool, makes a big splash - CNET

  06-04-2021 21:17 via cnet.com
  
  The Orion spacecraft is designed to carry astronauts to the moon and land in the ocean when it gets back.
  
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• Best old phone to buy in 2021

  06-04-2021 21:16 via zdnet.com
  
  "Latest and greatest" doesn't always make a device your best buy. Today's phones are capable of lasting a couple of years without little compromise, and Matthew Miller found a few select older models that you should consider.
  
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• SpaceX a handful of Starlink launches from blanketing Earth in broadband - CNET

  06-04-2021 21:07 via cnet.com
  
  The service is expanding quickly, SpaceX President Gwynne Shotwell says.
  
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• Child tax credit for $3,600: What to know about payment timeline, overpayments, more - CNET

  06-04-2021 21:00 via cnet.com
  
  Did you know that if you qualify for the new child tax credit, you'll only get half the money in 2021? Here's what else you should know about CTC checks.
  
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• Best cheap car insurance for 2021 - CNET

  06-04-2021 21:00 via cnet.com
  
  These are the best insurers for the most affordable rates. How cheap depends on driver age, driving record, military experience and credit score.
  
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• 2021 Royal Enfield Meteor 350 review: Cruiser style for moped money - Roadshow

  06-04-2021 21:00 via cnet.com
  
  The Meteor 350 has all the hallmarks of a good, affordable motorcycle but it might struggle to find buyers in the US.
  
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• 2021 Royal Enfield Meteor 350: Affordable but awesome - Roadshow

  06-04-2021 21:00 via cnet.com
  
  The Meteor 350 represents the next wave of Royal Enfield singles and we're digging it.
  
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• Diablo II: Resurrected is here, but you can't play it yet - CNET

  06-04-2021 20:33 via cnet.com
  
  If you're lucky, maybe you can go back to Sanctuary.
  
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• T-Mobile partners with Lumen to combine 5G and fiber connectivity

  06-04-2021 20:21 via zdnet.com
  
  The expanded partnership is aimed at supporting enterprises that want to build applications across distributed environments.
  
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• Facebook pulls down fake accounts tied to Iranian militant group - CNET

  06-04-2021 20:01 via cnet.com
  
  The social network linked more than 300 fake accounts, pages and groups to a troll farm operated by Mojahedin-e Khalq, an exiled Iranian opposition group.
  
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• Track your $1,400 stimulus check status now using this IRS tool - CNET

  06-04-2021 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  Find the status of your third stimulus check and more using Get My Payment. Do note that it can be finicky to use and won't provide all you may want to know.
  
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• Watch Lord of the Rings (the delightfully campy Soviet TV version) - CNET

  06-04-2021 19:50 via cnet.com
  
  The fantasy film aired on Soviet TV in 1992, then disappeared, which is probably for the best.
  
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• 2022 Toyota GR 86 embraces sports car evolution with fresh looks, more power - Roadshow

  06-04-2021 19:45 via cnet.com
  
  The Subaru BRZ's twin is finally here, and the new Toyota GR 86 keeps the back-to-basics sports car formula in great shape.
  
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• Grand Theft Auto V returning to Xbox Game Pass, with Cloud streaming support - CNET

  06-04-2021 19:44 via cnet.com
  
  You'll be able to play Rockstar's classic on Android devices.
  
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• Best Android phone in 2021

  06-04-2021 19:44 via zdnet.com
  
  Smartphones running the Android operating system dominate the global market, with a variety of companies supporting Google's mobile platform. There are fantastic options available, and Android users are sure to enjoy great performance.
  
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• 2021 Lyrid meteor shower brings a bright show this month: How to see it - CNET

  06-04-2021 19:36 via cnet.com
  
  The year's shooting-star spotting season kicks off in earnest soon.
  
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• See the first Mars color photo snapped by NASA's Ingenuity helicopter - CNET

  06-04-2021 19:33 via cnet.com
  
  Rocks and rover wheels star in the Mars chopper's view of the red planet.
  
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• TikTok adds automatic captions for user-created videos - CNET

  06-04-2021 19:30 via cnet.com
  
  Starting today, the video-based social media platform will automatically generate subtitles for your posts.
  
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• Scientists discover burnt-out comet covered in talcum powder - CNET

  06-04-2021 19:22 via cnet.com
  
  This is one comet that won't be getting any rashes.
  
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• Where's my refund? When the IRS could send your money and how to track it - CNET

  06-04-2021 19:07 via cnet.com
  
  Your tax refund may come later than you expected, as the IRS is still processing stimulus payments. Here's when and how to track your refund after filing your 2020 tax return.
  
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• Best phone 2021: Best overall, foldable, stylus & more

  06-04-2021 18:55 via zdnet.com
  
  While it's easy to find a great smartphone these days, ZDNet mobile expert Matt Miller hand-picks the top 10 best phone models worthy of your consideration -- and all support 5G.
  
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• Grand Theft Auto V is coming back to Xbox Game Pass, with Cloud streaming support - CNET

  06-04-2021 18:37 via cnet.com
  
  You'll be able to play Rockstar's classic on Android devices.
  
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• This is my favorite cycling gear for spring 2021 - CNET

  06-04-2021 18:36 via cnet.com
  
  All of the gadgets, accessories, apparel and services currently keeping me happy in the saddle.
  
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• YouTube shares how many times rule-breaking videos get viewed -- sort of - CNET

  06-04-2021 18:00 via cnet.com
  
  For every 10,000 views on YouTube, about 16 to 18 of them are of videos that violate its policies. But it's still tricky to gauge how much viewing that really is.
  
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• SSDI, SSI and stimulus checks: How your money will arrive, IRS delivery update, important rules - CNET

  06-04-2021 18:00 via cnet.com
  
  We've got the most recent information about timelines and eligibility for Social Security recipients. Hint: Veterans' details are still to come.
  
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• Okta releases new starter plan for developers with free support for up to 15k monthly users

  06-04-2021 18:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Okta said its new developer experience makes it easier for developers to embed the company's authentication, access management and customer identity products across software supply chains.
  
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• Electric Chevy Silverado coming with 400-plus miles of range - Roadshow

  06-04-2021 18:00 via cnet.com
  
  GM's Factory Zero will not only build the GMC Hummer EV pickup and SUV, but also a new zero-emissions Silverado.
  
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• Powerball at $43M: Wednesday's drawing, who won big money recently and more - CNET

  06-04-2021 17:57 via cnet.com
  
  The Powerball lottery amount is climbing. Here's what to know about the $43 million jackpot.
  
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• Star Wars: Republic Commando launches on Switch, PS4 - CNET

  06-04-2021 17:51 via cnet.com
  
  The classic first-person shooter puts you in charge of an elite clone trooper unit, and is playable on PS5 via backwards compatibility.
  
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• How to watch NASA drop a test spacecraft into a million-gallon pool today - CNET

  06-04-2021 17:49 via cnet.com
  
  The Orion spacecraft is designed to carry astronauts to the moon and then land in the ocean when it gets back to Earth.
  
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• 3 Amazon home deals you shouldn't miss - CNET

  06-04-2021 17:39 via cnet.com
  
  Save on garage lights, a retractable garden hose and a smart LED light strip. Plus: Up to 90% off PC and console games.
  
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• Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk top the Forbes 2021 rich list - CNET

  06-04-2021 17:38 via cnet.com
  
  The Amazon and Tesla founders are reportedly worth $177 billion and $151 billion, respectively.
  
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• Best portable power stations of 2021 - CNET

  06-04-2021 17:36 via cnet.com
  
  Get power wherever you want with a battery-powered portable generator.
  
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