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• Here's how frustrated parents can track down their child tax credit payment - CNET

  01-08-2021 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  The second advance child tax credit check is coming in less than two weeks, but some parents are still waiting for the first payment.
  
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• Whipped lemonade is this summer's hottest frozen drink. Here's how to make it - CNET

  01-08-2021 19:00 via cnet.com
  
  TikTok's viral drink is a milky, zesty delight, and it's ready for an August close-up.
  
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• Google Doodle digs into the Turkana Human - CNET

  01-08-2021 18:44 via cnet.com
  
  The 1984 discovery of this nearly complete skeleton taught researchers more about Homo erectus.
  
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• Ex-SpaceX engineers in race to build first commercial electric speedboat

  01-08-2021 18:44 via theguardian.com
  
  LA-based Arc Boat company announces $4.25m seed fund to start work on 475-horsepower craftA team of former SpaceX rocket engineers have joined the race to build the first commercial electric speedboat.The Arc Boat company announced it had raised $4.25m (£3m) in seed funding to start work on a 24ft 475-horsepower craft that will cost about $300,000. Continue reading...
  
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• Best airline credit card for August 2021 - CNET

  01-08-2021 18:05 via cnet.com
  
  Earn miles toward a free flight when flying with your preferred airline.
  
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• August child tax credit: Use this portal today to update your bank details and unenroll - CNET

  01-08-2021 17:30 via cnet.com
  
  Parents have until Monday night to opt out of the Aug. 13 advance payment and to correct their direct deposit info.
  
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• 9 bonuses you didn't know you could get with your Amazon account - CNET

  01-08-2021 17:15 via cnet.com
  
  You already know the basics: Prime Video, Prime Music and Prime's free shipping. But there are other perks that'll help you save today.
  
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• 9 bonuses you didn't know you could get with an Amazon account - CNET

  01-08-2021 17:15 via cnet.com
  
  You already know the basics: Prime Video, Prime Music and Prime's free shipping. But there are other perks that'll help you save today.
  
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• Yandex search engine

  01-08-2021 16:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Yandex is the preferred search engine in Russia, offering an experience on-par with titans like Google and Bing.
  
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• How to check if you're eligible for the August child tax credit. And what to do if you're not - CNET

  01-08-2021 15:30 via cnet.com
  
  The next advance monthly payment goes out on Aug. 13. Find out know if your household really qualifies.
  
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• Nervous stomach? Here's how stress affects your gut - CNET

  01-08-2021 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  A gastroenterologist explains how stress can lead to stomach woes.
  
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• Microsoft tried to explain the joys of Windows 11. Customers weren't happy

  01-08-2021 15:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Microsoft asked for questions from customers about its new software. It wasn't quite prepared for what transpired.
  
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• He thought iPhone users were stupid. Then his Google Pixel stopped working

  01-08-2021 15:00 via zdnet.com
  
  A business executive makes a difficult confession when he endures what outrageous treatment at the hands of Google's customer service is.
  
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• The best high-tech car for 2021 - Roadshow

  01-08-2021 14:30 via cnet.com
  
  You don't have to buy a Tesla to get a ton of technology in your new car. Check out our picks.
  
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• You spend how much on streaming services? Use a credit card that gives cash back - CNET

  01-08-2021 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  You could be saving a ton more money on streaming services. You just have to put your credit cards to work.
  
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• Twitter announces first algorithmic bias bounty challenge

  01-08-2021 14:00 via zdnet.com
  
  The company admitted in May that an old algorithm repeatedly cropped out Black faces in favor of White ones.
  
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• Subscribe to a car like your phone: What to know about vehicle subscription services - Roadshow

  01-08-2021 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Our guide will help you find out if a subscription service is a good alternative to car buying or leasing.
  
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• MagSafe Battery Pack: Hands-on with Apple's new iPhone 12 accessory - CNET

  01-08-2021 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  It's not a phone case like previous years and that might be the best reason to buy one. We walk you through everything you need to know.
  
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• 4th stimulus update: $2,000 check petition, $1,000 for teachers, $600 for Californians - CNET

  01-08-2021 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  We'll tell you what relief aid has already been approved for 2021 and what money is -- and isn't -- on the agenda.
  
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• Add Alexa to your iPhone or iPad home screen and forget you even knew Siri - CNET

  01-08-2021 13:15 via cnet.com
  
  Amazon updated its iOS Alexa app with a widget. Here's how to get one-tap access to the digital voice assistant you'd rather be using.
  
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• 404 and 503 decoded: Here's what those pesky internet error fails really mean - CNET

  01-08-2021 13:15 via cnet.com
  
  You can't load a webpage you want, but those error codes are trying to tell you something. We'll help you figure out what to do next.
  
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• Got any change? Here's the scoop on the national coin shortage - CNET

  01-08-2021 13:00 via cnet.com
  
  It might be time to start digging under couch cushions.
  
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• Sky News Australia barred for week by YouTube over Covid misinformation

  01-08-2021 12:22 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The digital giant bans the channel from uploading new content for a week over misinformation breaches.
  
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• Windows 11: How to use Snap Layouts and virtual desktops for multitasking - CNET

  01-08-2021 12:00 via cnet.com
  
  These Windows 11 features will improve your productivity by streamlining your layouts.
  
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• TV calibration: When to bring in a pro to change settings on your TV - CNET

  01-08-2021 11:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here's what a professional TV calibrator actually does and whether you should hire one.
  
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• Secret iPhone hardware upgrade Apple doesn't want you to have

  01-08-2021 11:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Yes, you can upgrade your iPhone to support dual nano-SIMs.
  
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• ‘It’s feasible to start a war’: how dangerous are ransomware hackers?

  01-08-2021 11:00 via theguardian.com
  
  Secretive gangs are hacking the computers of governments, firms, even hospitals, and demanding huge sums. But if we pay these ransoms, are wecreating a ticking time bomb?They have the sort of names that only teenage boys or aspiring Bond villains would dream up (REvil, Grief, Wizard Spider, Ragnar), they base themselves in countries that do not cooperate with international law enforcement and they don’t care whether they attack a hospital or a multinational corporation. Ransomware gangs ar
  
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• Listen up: why indie podcasts are in peril

  01-08-2021 09:00 via theguardian.com
  
  As big spenders such as Amazon and Spotify fill our ears with more commercial, celebrity-driven fare, can grassroots, diverse shows survive?Miranda Sawyer picks 20 indie podcast gemsThe British Podcast Awards were different this year. Held in a south London park, they had a boutique festival feel, with wristbands and tokens for drinks, an open-sided tent for the actual awards, and people lounging on blankets in front of the stage. There were also sponsor areas – those small, picket-fenced
  
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• Big tech’s big week raises fears of ‘Blade Runner future’ of mega-company rule

  01-08-2021 09:00 via theguardian.com
  
  Amazon, Google, Apple and Microsoft all reported record-breaking profits amid a pandemic bonanza but recent Biden administration moves suggest US tech’s easy ride is overBig tech provided the world with some startling numbers this week. In the last three months Amazon’s sales have averaged over $1.2bn a day. It took the company less than four seconds to earn the $52,000 the average American makes in a year. Apple is now sitting on nearly $200bn in cash, more than this year’s ex
  
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• AT&T vs. Spectrum internet: Two leading ISPs compared

  01-08-2021 08:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Comparing contracts, service, and connection speed for two of the best internet providers ​
  
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• The best productivity apps to organise your life

  01-08-2021 07:00
  
  Got a life again? Good! It’s time to get everything in order with our pick of the best apps for productivity
  
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• Frontier internet review: Beware, customer service

  01-08-2021 07:00 via zdnet.com
  
  If Frontier's value and packages match your household's needs, prepare for potentially frustrating service and watch your bill closely.
  
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• EVs are changing the future of roadside breakdown

  01-08-2021 07:00
  
  You can’t tow an electric car when it’s run out of charge, so what do you do?
  
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• Xfinity home internet review: Is the biggest cable provider the best? - CNET

  01-08-2021 06:15 via cnet.com
  
  Available to more than one-third of US households, Comcast's home internet service is a viable option for many. But is it a clear first choice?
  
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• WOW home internet review: Cable internet done a bit better - CNET

  01-08-2021 06:15 via cnet.com
  
  These three letters may not be as familiar as AT&T or Cox, but this cable internet provider is a key player in several states.
  
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• Spectrum home internet review: Keeping it simple - CNET

  01-08-2021 06:15 via cnet.com
  
  Charter Communications' broadband service, available to over 33% of the population, aims to win you over by cutting to the chase.
  
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• Hughesnet satellite internet review: Dependability over speed? - CNET

  01-08-2021 06:15 via cnet.com
  
  For Americans in rural areas, slower satellite internet may be the only option. Explore what to expect from one of the country's most available providers.
  
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• CenturyLink home internet: Get a fiber price that's mighty nice - CNET

  01-08-2021 06:15 via cnet.com
  
  Its Quantum Fiber product can be found in 25 states, but the DSL alternative -- which is more widely available -- falls short.
  
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• Cubot X50 smartphone review: Sleek and smooth – but watch out for Wi-Fi

  01-08-2021 06:00 via zdnet.com
  
  The Cubot X50 is a streamlined phone with a nice look and feel and no OEM bloatware to slow it down.
  
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• Best AirPod Pro accessory 2021: Cases, chargers, more

  01-08-2021 06:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Your AirPods won’t be complete without some sweet accessories. Find the right gadgets to pair with your AirPods in this detailed breakdown.
  
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• Best rewards credit cards for August 2021 - CNET

  01-08-2021 04:10 via cnet.com
  
  Earn cash back, travel points, welcome bonuses and more with these credit cards.
  
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• Verizon internet review: Limited availability

  01-08-2021 04:00 via zdnet.com
  
  We found a service that offers ultra-fast fiber speeds, flexible no-contract plans, and discounts that reward its wireless customers.
  
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• Problems with your child tax credit payment? Top 5 questions answered - CNET

  01-08-2021 03:00 via cnet.com
  
  The IRS has different tools to help with eligibility concerns and payment problems. Start here for the basics.
  
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• The perfect storm striking World of Warcraft

  01-08-2021 01:18 via bbc.co.uk
  
  All of a sudden, WoW players are in revolt, and its competitors are having a boom.
  
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