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• This Robot Can Leap Nine Stories in One Jump, Will Go Even Higher on Moon - CNET

  03-05-2022 23:52 via cnet.com
  
  Researchers say this is the highest achieved by any known natural or manufactured jumper.
  
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• Scholarships for women in STEM

  03-05-2022 23:45 via zdnet.com
  
  Fewer women than men work in STEM fields. Learn what women in STEM scholarships are available and how to qualify for them.
  
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• Bored Ape Yacht Club's 'Otherside' is open for business in secondary market. Read this before you go all ApeCoin

  03-05-2022 23:35 via zdnet.com
  
  Yuga Lab's "Otherside" metaverse opened its doors to eager investors last Saturday, causing Ethereum to break, resulting in transaction fees of about $5,000. Nevertheless, if you missed out on opening night and going ape to invest in land on the secondary market, here's what you need to know about buying ApeCoin.
  
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• AT&T Hikes Prices For Older Plans Amid Rising Inflation - CNET

  03-05-2022 23:30 via cnet.com
  
  The mobile carrier increases prices for its older mobile plans and encourages subscribers to upgrade to its pricier Unlimited tiers.
  
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• AT&T Hikes Prices For Older Mobile Plans Amid Rising Inflation - CNET

  03-05-2022 23:30 via cnet.com
  
  The mobile carrier increases prices for its older mobile plans and encourages subscribers to upgrade to its pricier Unlimited tiers.
  
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• Biden Considering a $125,000 Income Cap for Student Loan Forgiveness - CNET

  03-05-2022 23:28 via cnet.com
  
  $10,000 in student debt relief may be on the table. Biden is expected to make a decision in the next few weeks.
  
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• Daniel Radcliffe Makes for Buff Weird Al in Biopic Trailer Full of Accordions - CNET

  03-05-2022 23:20 via cnet.com
  
  Weird: The Al Yankovic Story is the biopic we didn't know we needed.
  
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• 'Doctor Strange' Review: Marvel Magic Meets Evil Dead in 'Multiverse of Madness' - CNET

  03-05-2022 23:15 via cnet.com
  
  Benedict Cumberbatch, Elizabeth Olsen and Sam Raimi add a pinch of horror to Marvel's magic formula in this weird and wild blockbuster.
  
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• 9 Tips to Help Your Baby Enjoy Baths - CNET

  03-05-2022 23:00 via cnet.com
  
  Bath time can be stressful if your baby doesn't like it. Here's how to calm them down and help them appreciate baths.
  
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• SEC Expands Crypto Enforcement Unit to Combat Fraud - CNET

  03-05-2022 22:59 via cnet.com
  
  The Crypto Assets and Cyber Unit will nearly double in size, to 50 people.
  
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• How to see the Eta Aquarid Meteor Shower Sizzle in the Sky This Week - CNET

  03-05-2022 22:56 via cnet.com
  
  The annual shooting star show can be traced to debris left behind by the famed Halley's Comet.
  
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• Star Wars Day: Why 'The Phantom Menace' Trailer Was a Game-changer - CNET

  03-05-2022 22:52 via cnet.com
  
  The 1998 teaser for the first Star Wars prequel wasn't just a treat for fans: it was a coup for Apple and a game-changer for the internet.
  
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• Apple TV Plus: Every New TV Show Arriving in May - CNET

  03-05-2022 22:38 via cnet.com
  
  From a dinosaur documentary series narrated by David Attenborough to season 2 of Tehran, here's a complete list of shows coming to Apple TV Plus in May.
  
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• Google Fires Another AI Researcher for Questioning Findings, Company Says Otherwise - CNET

  03-05-2022 22:35 via cnet.com
  
  The firing follows the dismissal of two high-profile AI researchers.
  
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• Google Pixel Fold Rumor Says It's Smaller Than Galaxy Z Fold 3, May Be Coming 2023 - CNET

  03-05-2022 22:26 via cnet.com
  
  If the rumor's true, Google is opting for a more-squat form factor.
  
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• How to Access Router Settings and Update Your Wi-Fi Password - CNET

  03-05-2022 22:05 via cnet.com
  
  Changing your home's Wi-Fi password on a regular basis is one of the best ways to keep your network secure. Here's how to do it.
  
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• What Americans Get Wrong About Cinco de Mayo - CNET

  03-05-2022 21:59 via cnet.com
  
  In the US, the holiday has more to do with beer than Mexican culture, say critics.
  
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• The 12 best tech gifts for mom under $100

  03-05-2022 21:55 via zdnet.com
  
  What is the best tech gift for a mom under $100? ZDNet chose the Amazon Echo 8, but we've rounded up other great gift options for your mom, guardian, or non-binary parent this Mother's Day.
  
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• First Apple Store Union Election in the US Is Scheduled for June 2, Report Says - CNET

  03-05-2022 21:52 via cnet.com
  
  Apple Store employees in Atlanta will vote on whether to unionize.
  
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• Twitter Tests Feature to Customize Who Can See Your Tweets - CNET

  03-05-2022 21:37 via cnet.com
  
  Some tweets aren't intended for everyone.
  
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• Pro-Ject Unveils Latest Turntable Range, the E1 - CNET

  03-05-2022 21:22 via cnet.com
  
  The lineup consists of three record players, starting at $349.
  
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• Nomad launches Mother's Day collection, offers 20% off tech accessories

  03-05-2022 21:22 via zdnet.com
  
  Need a present for a special person in your life? Nomad is a solid choice, especially for Apple accessories.
  
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• Buff Daniel Radcliffe Stars as Weird Al in Biopic Trailer Full of Accordions - CNET

  03-05-2022 21:15 via cnet.com
  
  Weird: The Al Yankovic Story is the biopic we didn't know we needed.
  
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• How to snooze notifications in Android 12

  03-05-2022 21:04 via zdnet.com
  
  If your Android notification shade is getting too cluttered but you are afraid clearing everything out will cause you to forget something important, Jack Wallen shows you how to snooze those notifications for later viewing.
  
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• Why (and how) you should set up a locked folder in Google Photos on Android

  03-05-2022 20:59 via zdnet.com
  
  Google Photos on Android includes a Locked Folder option that allows you to protect certain photos and videos from being viewed by prying eyes. Jack Wallen shows you how to set this up.
  
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• The Best Black Mirror Episodes, Ranked From Worst to Best

  03-05-2022 20:55
  
  Our definitive ranking of every episode of Black Mirror.
  
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• Best Dell Laptop Deals: Save $400 on an XPS 15, $750 on Alienware x15 - CNET

  03-05-2022 20:55 via cnet.com
  
  Shopping for a new laptop? Check out these deep discounts at Dell.
  
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• How to Watch the 2022 Eta Aquarid Meteor Shower Sizzle This Week - CNET

  03-05-2022 20:46 via cnet.com
  
  The annual shooting star show can be traced to debris left behind by the famed Halley's Comet.
  
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• Rocket Lab Catches a Booster Midair With a Helicopter, Then Drops It - CNET

  03-05-2022 20:40 via cnet.com
  
  The upstart looks to follow in Elon Musk's footsteps when it comes to rocket recycling.
  
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• Twitter Tests New Feature to Customize Who Can See Your Tweets - CNET

  03-05-2022 20:37 via cnet.com
  
  Some tweets aren't intended for everyone.
  
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• Pokemon Go Latios and Latias Guide: Best Counters, Weaknesses and Moves - CNET

  03-05-2022 20:20 via cnet.com
  
  Here are some tips to help you conquer Latios and Latias raids.
  
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• Buff Daniel Radcliffe Stars as Weird Al in Biopic Teaser Full of Accordions - CNET

  03-05-2022 20:20 via cnet.com
  
  Weird: The Al Yankovic Story is the biopic we didn't know we needed.
  
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• Start Your Summer Off Right With 15% Off Patio Essentials at eBay - CNET

  03-05-2022 20:04 via cnet.com
  
  All week long, eBay is offering 15% off a huge selection of patio furniture, gardening beds, fire pits and more to spruce up your backyard.
  
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• Apple Arcade Games and Updates Coming in May - CNET

  03-05-2022 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  Check out Apple Arcade's lineup for this month and more.
  
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• Stop Indoor Pests With Up to 44% Off Katchy Insect Traps - CNET

  03-05-2022 19:55 via cnet.com
  
  Take back your home or office space from pests like mosquitos, moths, fruit flies and more.
  
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• Google Pixel Watch: Leaks, photos, launch date and everything else you need to know

  03-05-2022 19:53 via zdnet.com
  
  It sure looks like Google is readying the Pixel Watch for release sooner than later. Here's what we know.
  
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• Apple details reasons for removing old apps from the App Store

  03-05-2022 19:53 via zdnet.com
  
  Also, developers who want to keep their old apps in the App Store are getting more time to update them
  
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• Celebrate Pet Week With 30% Off Toys, Treats, Beds and More at Petco - CNET

  03-05-2022 19:46 via cnet.com
  
  All month long at Petco, when you buy any two qualifying items, you'll get 30% off your entire order.
  
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• Meal Kits Actually Aren't That Expensive Compared to Grocery Stores - CNET

  03-05-2022 19:45 via cnet.com
  
  We crunched the numbers.
  
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• What's New to Stream for May 2022 video - CNET

  03-05-2022 19:44 via cnet.com
  
  Stranger Things, Obi-Wan Kenobi, and Prehistoric Planet are just some of the huge titles arriving this month.
  
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• Deep Breath: Asteroid 2009 JF1 Won't Smack Into Earth on May 6 - CNET

  03-05-2022 19:44 via cnet.com
  
  The asteroid's path had been mysterious, but scientists have it sorted out.
  
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• Over 200 Spanish mobile numbers ‘possible targets of Pegasus spyware’

  03-05-2022 19:37
  
  Data leak reveals scale of potential surveillance by NSO Group client believed to be MoroccoMore than 200 Spanish mobile numbers were selected as possible targets for surveillance by an NSO Group client believed to be Morocco, according to the data leak at the heart of the Pegasus project.Details of the scale of the apparent targeting came as Spain’s highest criminal court opened an investigation into how the mobile phones of the prime minister, Pedro Sánchez, and the defence minist
  
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• Don't Want to Get Pregnant? Start Tracking Ovulation - CNET

  03-05-2022 19:29 via cnet.com
  
  We'll show you how to know when you're ovulating and how to use that to your advantage.
  
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• Prime Video: The 42 Best Movies to Watch - CNET

  03-05-2022 19:23 via cnet.com
  
  Jenny Slate stars in comedy-drama Landline. Here are all the best movies to watch on Prime Video.
  
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• New Warcraft Mobile Game Slims the Strategy Franchise to Fit on Your Phone - CNET

  03-05-2022 19:15 via cnet.com
  
  Warcraft Arclight Rumble is a mobile strategy game packing plenty of classic Warcraft characters, locations, and huge bosses on your phone.
  
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• People can now get contact info cut from Google search results

  03-05-2022 19:13 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The web giant makes it easier to request that results linking to contact information are removed.
  
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• Amazon ends Android shopping app digital downloads

  03-05-2022 19:01 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The move is in response to Google's app store policies, under which it takes 30% commission on all sales.
  
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• 'Doctor Strange 2' Brings Some Classic Sam Raimi Horror to Marvel - CNET

  03-05-2022 19:00 via cnet.com
  
  The iconic director talks Zoom, Variants and returning to Marvel 20 years later.
  
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• Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 Pro Plus

  03-05-2022 18:59 via techradar.com
  
  Two-minute review
  What’s in a word? Not much, according to Xiaomi: if you know much about the Redmi Note 11 Pro, you’re not going to find many surprises with the Pro Plus, despite the extra word plonked on the end of its name.This Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 Pro Plus review completes our look at Xiaomi’s early-2022 family of affordable Redmi phones. The Pro Plus joins the aforementioned Pro and also a standard Note 11 - well, it presumably completes the set, though with this habit of
  
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• No, a City Rat Probably Won't Cause the Next Pandemic - CNET

  03-05-2022 18:28 via cnet.com
  
  All these years, it seems, urban vermin have had a bad rap as the bearers of new diseases. You can blame human bias for that.
  
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