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• Morrissey's manager slams Simpsons parody of singer as 'harshly hateful' - CNET

  19-04-2021 23:56 via cnet.com
  
  Lisa Simpson meets up with a familiar-looking 1980s singer who's developed some strong political opinions.
  
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• Best air fryer for 2021: Ninja, Philips, Dash and more - CNET

  19-04-2021 23:55 via cnet.com
  
  To find out which air fryer is worth buying we tested many popular models from Dash, Ninja, Cosori, PowerXL and others.
  
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• Heritage Series Pony is the coolest Hyundai ever - Roadshow

  19-04-2021 23:54 via cnet.com
  
  This retro-modern reconstruction of the automaker's groundbreaking Pony small car is a futuristic blast from the not-too-distant past.
  
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• Discover and celebrate your heritage by saving up to $30 on a FamilyTreeDNA test - CNET

  19-04-2021 23:02 via cnet.com
  
  Unravel your double helix of adenine, guanine, cytosine and thymine to learn about your family history.
  
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• Your state may owe you hundreds of dollars. How to check in 2 minutes or less - CNET

  19-04-2021 23:00 via cnet.com
  
  If there's unclaimed property or money that belongs to you that your state is holding, here's how to quickly check and then take steps to claim it.
  
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• J2 Global to spin eFax services business as new company called Consensus focused on healthcare

  19-04-2021 22:46 via zdnet.com
  
  J2 Global said the eFax and related fax businesses have established an “embedded” role in the healthcare field.
  
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• US warns against travel to 80% of all countries due to COVID-19 - CNET

  19-04-2021 22:39 via cnet.com
  
  The State Department also "strongly recommends" US citizens reconsider any travel overseas.
  
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• Apple event 2021: How to watch the 'Spring Loaded' event tomorrow - CNET

  19-04-2021 22:24 via cnet.com
  
  Updated iPads, iMacs and even possibly the ever-elusive AirTags tracking tech might make an appearance.
  
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• Which air purifier should you get? video - CNET

  19-04-2021 22:19 via cnet.com
  
  First we break down what you should know before picking up an air purifier. Then we give some of our recommendations, including products from Dyson and Honeywell.
  
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• Volkswagen ID 6 SUV debuts for China as one big electric people mover - Roadshow

  19-04-2021 22:18 via cnet.com
  
  This marks VW's third electric car launched in a matter of just a few years.
  
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• IBM Q1 better than expected, projects revenue growth in 2021

  19-04-2021 22:18 via zdnet.com
  
  IBM said Red Hat revenue was up 17% from a year ago and cloud and cognitive software sales grew 4%. Systems revenue was up 4%.
  
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• Best foldable phone in 2021: Samsung leads the pack

  19-04-2021 22:13 via zdnet.com
  
  Samsung released the Galaxy Fold in 2019 as the first widely available foldable smartphone. Since then, it has released improved models and variations, while a couple of others have joined the sector.
  
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• Google celebrates NASA Mars helicopter with soaring search Easter egg - CNET

  19-04-2021 22:12 via cnet.com
  
  Google search sets Ingenuity loose to zip around your screen.
  
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• Parler set to return to Apple's App Store

  19-04-2021 22:06 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The controversial social media app is returning after it was pulled following riots at the US Capitol.
  
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• NASA Ingenuity video shows Mars helicopter making first flight on another world - CNET

  19-04-2021 22:04 via cnet.com
  
  The Perseverance rover records its little buddy performing a brief hover and turn before landing almost perfectly.
  
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• Yola website builder

  19-04-2021 21:57 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  An elegant website builder with a number of interesting features that even has a free plan with basic online store capabilities.
  
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• I spent a month riding the Peloton Bike Plus -- and liked it video - CNET

  19-04-2021 21:44 via cnet.com
  
  I can see the appeal of this high-end studio cycle, but the price is hard to swallow.
  
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• This 2K webcam is your $14 social distancing antidote - CNET

  19-04-2021 21:40 via cnet.com
  
  Save 53% on a budget QHD webcam with dual microphones, exposure correction and noise reduction.
  
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• Oscars 2021 audience not required to wear face masks when camera rolls - CNET

  19-04-2021 21:33 via cnet.com
  
  The Academy says attendees should still mask up during commercial breaks, according to a report.
  
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• Vaccines, and free Krispy Kreme doughnuts, are now available for people 16 and up - CNET

  19-04-2021 21:26 via cnet.com
  
  Dough-not wait to get your COVID-19 vaccine -- a free daily Krispy Kreme is on the line. Here's how to qualify, how long the promotion runs and what you can get.
  
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• Student loan forgiveness: Will Biden clear $50,000 debt per person, or less? The story today - CNET

  19-04-2021 21:08 via cnet.com
  
  The average college student owes approximately $37,000 in student loan debt, and they're looking for financial help. Here's what's going on with the latest plans.
  
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• Best Buy's 4-day sale includes some game deals you shouldn't miss - CNET

  19-04-2021 21:06 via cnet.com
  
  Save up to 67% on Avengers, Madden NFL 21, Star Wars: Squadrons and more.
  
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• Atlassian acquires ThinkTilt for its ProForma form builder

  19-04-2021 20:53 via zdnet.com
  
  Atlassian plans to integrate ProForma with Jira Service Management.
  
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• Priti Patel v Facebook is the latest in a 30-year fight over encryption

  19-04-2021 20:37
  
  Governments have been clashing with tech companies for decades over user privacy
  Priti Patel has stepped up an international campaign to force Facebook to reverse its plans to merge its messaging apps and encrypt all communications between users, arguing such plans make it harder to safeguard children. But despite the intensity of the home secretary’s call for action, there’s little new ground broken in the encryption wars.“We cannot allow a situation where law enforcement&rsqu
  
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• Sony won't shut down PS3 and PS Vita stores after all - CNET

  19-04-2021 20:32 via cnet.com
  
  The PSP store is still closing, however.
  
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• Tax deadline is weeks away. Here's how to file a tax extension if you need more time - CNET

  19-04-2021 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  With Tax Day less than a month away, you may be thinking about filing a tax extension with the IRS. We'll explain how to do it.
  
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• Explosive Marvel Shang-Chi trailer reveals the new Mandarin - CNET

  19-04-2021 19:48 via cnet.com
  
  Simu Liu and Tony Leung pack a punch in the first look at Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings.
  
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• Super 'pink moon' set to glow this month: How to watch from anywhere - CNET

  19-04-2021 19:39 via cnet.com
  
  It won't look like cotton candy, but the supermoon will be a beautiful site in person or online.
  
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• Facebook takes on Clubhouse, Twitter with plans for 'social audio' tools - CNET

  19-04-2021 19:34 via cnet.com
  
  Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg said the social network is working on audio features that will be released in the next few months.
  
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• 2021 Polestar 1 Special Edition brings the gold standard - Roadshow

  19-04-2021 19:29 via cnet.com
  
  Sweden's stunning plug-in-hybrid luxury coupe will be even harder to miss in this matte finish.
  
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• NASA Mars helicopter Ingenuity pulls off first historic flight on another planet - CNET

  19-04-2021 19:21 via cnet.com
  
  "We've been talking for so long about our Wright brothers moment on Mars, and here it is."
  
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• Apple's spring iPad and iMac event: How to watch on April 20 - CNET

  19-04-2021 19:15 via cnet.com
  
  Updated iPads, iMacs and even possibly the ever-elusive AirTags tracking tech might make an appearance.
  
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• Reddit Talk audio feature wants to be a Clubhouse competitor - CNET

  19-04-2021 19:13 via cnet.com
  
  Moderators can join a waitlist for Reddit Talk now.
  
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• Tesla crash: investigators ‘100% sure’ no one driving car in fatal Texas incident

  19-04-2021 19:09
  
  Investigators trying to determine whether Autopilot driver-assist system or Full Self-Driving Capability system was in useFederal safety regulators have sent a team to investigate the fatal crash of a Tesla electric car in a Houston suburb in which no one was behind the wheel.The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said on Monday it had sent a special crash investigation team to Spring, Texas. Continue reading...
  
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• Ford Evos revealed as a weird crossover wagon of sorts - Roadshow

  19-04-2021 19:08 via cnet.com
  
  For a while now, we've heard about a high-riding wagon sort of car to replace the Fusion sedan in North America, but this ain't it.
  
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• McDonald's adding a BTS meal that serves up the band's fave foods - CNET

  19-04-2021 19:07 via cnet.com
  
  Sing for your supper with a McNuggets meal that includes two dipping sauces inspired by South Korean choices.
  
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• 2021 Lyrid meteor shower peaks this week: How to watch the show - CNET

  19-04-2021 19:04 via cnet.com
  
  The year's shooting-star spotting season is under way, and the first big shower is heating up right now.
  
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• Fitbit takes a stylish approach with its new $149 Luxe fitness bracelet

  19-04-2021 19:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Fitbit just announced its latest fitness tracker, and while it shares similarities with the rest of Fitbit's lineup, it has a more refined look and advanced fitness tracker features.
  
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• Fitbit Luxe: A fashionable wellness tracker for smaller wrists - CNET

  19-04-2021 19:00 via cnet.com
  
  The Fitbit Luxe puts the health features we love from Fitbit in a smaller, more elegant package.
  
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• Child tax credit: Will you receive $500, $3,000 or $3,600 per kid? Here's your monthly total - CNET

  19-04-2021 19:00 via cnet.com
  
  CNET's child tax credit calculator uses the number and ages of your eligible kids, plus your yearly income, to break down how much money you should really expect in all seven payments.
  
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• Apex Legends finally goes mobile - CNET

  19-04-2021 19:00 via cnet.com
  
  Beta testing starts later this month.
  
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• Amazon threatened layoffs, warehouse closure ahead of Alabama vote, union says - CNET

  19-04-2021 19:00 via cnet.com
  
  The RWDSU says the election results should be thrown out over Amazon's alleged threats, lies and other improper behavior. Amazon denies the charges.
  
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• NASA Mars helicopter Ingenuity: How to watch the post-flight briefing - CNET

  19-04-2021 18:57 via cnet.com
  
  NASA made aviation history on Mars on Monday. Catch up on coverage of Ingenuity's historic first flight.
  
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• WIRED Pulse: Quantum

  19-04-2021 18:47
  
  WIRED Pulse: Quantum explores the future of quantum
  
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• Wi-Fi 6E routers are here, and we're not ready for them - CNET

  19-04-2021 18:47 via cnet.com
  
  Commentary: A new generation of routers boasts access to the ultrawide 6GHz band -- but right now, that band means very little for the average home network.
  
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• Galaxy Note 20 Ultra is superb on a photography adventure - CNET

  19-04-2021 18:34 via cnet.com
  
  The Note 20 Ultra's camera made it easy to capture great photos and videos on a remote photography roadtrip.
  
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• Home security bundle: Amazon Fire HD 8 tablet for Blink Mini camera for $75 (save $50) - CNET

  19-04-2021 18:29 via cnet.com
  
  This deal is available today only.
  
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• Flying on Mars fueled with open-source software

  19-04-2021 18:28 via zdnet.com
  
  For the first time in history, we've flown an aircraft, the mini-helicopter Ingenuity, on another planet. Opens-source software backed up its engineering.
  
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• Track my refund money: See if the IRS has processed your tax return and when it could arrive - CNET

  19-04-2021 18:19 via cnet.com
  
  You can check your tax refund status online to see if the IRS has received your 2020 tax return and the size your refund could be if you're getting one.
  
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• Lincoln Zephyr Reflection should have Yanks mad brand doesn't do sedans anymore - Roadshow

  19-04-2021 18:19 via cnet.com
  
  The concept previews a production sedan to come, just for China.
  
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