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• Elon Musk Officially Confirms He's Twitter's New CEO - CNET

  31-10-2022 23:41 via cnet.com
  The billionaire had been coy about who would serve as the chief of his new company.
  
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• Twitter-Elon Musk Timeline: Layoffs Expected, No Call on Trump Yet - CNET

  31-10-2022 23:20 via cnet.com
  The billionaire bought Twitter and has just started to put his plans in motion.
  
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• Shanghai Disneyland Reportedly Shuts Down Due to COVID With Guests Still Inside - CNET

  31-10-2022 23:15 via cnet.com
  Guests are unable to leave the theme park until they test negative, reports say.
  
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• Elon Musk considers charging Twitter users $20 a month for verified accounts

  31-10-2022 23:09
  World’s richest person plans revamp of social media platform, asking users if he should bring back VineElon Musk is considering charging Twitter users $20 (£17.30) a month or $240 a year for a blue tick on their account, as the world’s richest person prepares an overhaul of the social media platform.The Tesla chief executive is planning changes to Twitter’s Blue subscription service, according to the tech newsletter Platformer, including raising the $4.99 a month fee to $
  
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• Nissan Brings Six Show Cars to SEMA 2022 - CNET

  31-10-2022 23:06 via cnet.com
  The concepts showcase performance and style upgrades for the Nissan Z, Frontier and Ariya electric SUV.
  
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• Nissan Brings Surf-Themed Ariya, Leaf-Swapped Sunny EVs to SEMA 2022 - CNET

  31-10-2022 23:02 via cnet.com
  In addition to the two EV concepts, the Japanese automaker is also exhibiting show cars and aftermarket parts for its Frontier pickup and Z sports coupe.
  
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• You're Booking Your Flights on the Wrong Days. Here's the Cheapest Day to Fly - CNET

  31-10-2022 23:00 via cnet.com
  We've also got some other tips for ways to save money when flying, and the best time to fly during the holidays.
  
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• Apple Watch Series 8: What the New Temperature Sensor Can and Can't Do video - CNET

  31-10-2022 23:00 via cnet.com
  The new smartwatch's sensor measures nighttime wrist temperature. But don't think of it as a thermometer.
  
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• Apple Watch Series 8 vs. SE: How to Decide - CNET

  31-10-2022 23:00 via cnet.com
  The Apple Watch Series 8 has Apple's latest health features, while the SE nails the basics for a lot less.
  
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• Halloween Hoax: No, Drugs Will Not Be in Your Kids' Trick-or-Treat Bags - CNET

  31-10-2022 22:52 via cnet.com
  The opioid epidemic is real, but this myth about fentanyl isn't.
  
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• Best Celebrity Halloween Costumes of 2022: Lizzo, Kim Kardashian and More - CNET

  31-10-2022 22:45 via cnet.com
  From fast food to Barbie and Mystique, here's what was big this Halloween.
  
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• Taurid Treats: Meteor Shower May Rain Fireballs in Halloween Skies - CNET

  31-10-2022 22:39 via cnet.com
  The annual meteor shower is due for a fiery outburst.
  
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• What is the Average Interest Rate for Savings Accounts? - CNET

  31-10-2022 22:37 via cnet.com
  Shop around to find the best interest rates on savings accounts.
  
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• The 12 best robot toys of 2022

  31-10-2022 22:37 via zdnet.com
  If you want to spark the imagination of your kids and help them hone tech skills they'll need as adults, check out this list of our favorite tech toys.
  
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• The 12 best educational robot toy holiday gift ideas of 2022

  31-10-2022 22:37 via zdnet.com
  If you want to spark the imagination of your kids and help them hone tech skills they'll need as adults, check out this list of our favorite tech toys.
  
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• Pokemon Sword and Shield: Get a Free Marshadow at Target - CNET

  31-10-2022 22:30 via cnet.com
  Grab a free download code for the mythical Pokemon from participating stores until Nov. 12.
  
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• ExpressVPN Clears 2 New Privacy and Cybersecurity Audits - CNET

  31-10-2022 22:29 via cnet.com
  The virtual private network gets picked apart by Cure53 and KPGM -- but comes away with high marks.
  
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• When Does Early Voting End? The Deadlines for Every State - CNET

  31-10-2022 22:15 via cnet.com
  Early voting for Election Day is open in most states, but some deadlines are approaching this week. Check to see when it'll end where you live.
  
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• Best Money Market Accounts for November 2022 - CNET

  31-10-2022 22:01 via cnet.com
  Money market accounts are an ideal place for your cash if you're looking to earn more interest.
  
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• 'Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi' Endings, Biggest Moments for Ahsoka and Dooku, Explained - CNET

  31-10-2022 22:00 via cnet.com
  The six Disney Plus shorts strike a balance between the light and dark sides.
  
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• Best Bank Account Bonuses for November 2022 - CNET

  31-10-2022 21:49 via cnet.com
  There are are number of attractive bank account bonus offers out there, but you'll likely jump through hoops to get that money.
  
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• Yahya Abdul-Mateen II Reportedly Up for 'Wonder Man' Lead for Disney Plus Series - CNET

  31-10-2022 21:46 via cnet.com
  The Hollywood celeb will play the role of a super-powered Hollywood celeb.
  
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• Disney Plus Wonder Man Series Reportedly Featuring Yahya Abdul-Mateen II in Lead Role - CNET

  31-10-2022 21:46 via cnet.com
  The Hollywood celeb will play the role of a super-powered Hollywood celeb.
  
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• Netflix Acquires Another Game Developer - CNET

  31-10-2022 21:44 via cnet.com
  Spry Fox, the studio behind Cozy Grove and Triple Town, has joined Netflix's roster of gaming studios.
  
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• NASA's uncrewed flight to the moon will be tracked by volunteers worldwide

  31-10-2022 21:44 via zdnet.com
  Volunteers around the world will monitor radio waves emitted by the Orion spacecraft when it *finally* launches.
  
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• The perfect, portable travel charging kit for Apple fans

  31-10-2022 21:25 via zdnet.com
  Got an iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods that need to be kept charged when you're out and about? Here's a perfect, small charging kit that will keep everything powered up.
  
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• How to encrypt email in Thunderbird (and why you should)

  31-10-2022 21:03 via zdnet.com
  Here's how to protect your sensitive information from third parties.
  
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• Make Distilled Water at Home for Free With Items You Already Own - CNET

  31-10-2022 21:00 via cnet.com
  It's a waste of money to buy distilled water when you can simply make it yourself.
  
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• NASA develops a Plan B for the Psyche asteroid mission

  31-10-2022 20:57 via zdnet.com
  After experiencing mission setbacks earlier this year, NASA had to decide whether to toss or continue the mission to explore an ancient, metal-rich asteroid. The verdict is in.
  
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• Taylor Swift Album 'Midnights' Sweeps All 10 Top Spots on Billboard Hot 100 - CNET

  31-10-2022 20:46 via cnet.com
  Swift has broken yet another record.
  
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• Powerful Telescope Captures Breathtaking Aftermath of Massive Star's Death - CNET

  31-10-2022 20:42 via cnet.com
  This stellar ghost isn't scary. It's stunning.
  
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• Are FreshDirect and Amazon Fresh Cheaper Than a Grocery Store? - CNET

  31-10-2022 20:41 via cnet.com
  Buying your groceries online will save you time and gas, but are these convenient services cheaper than a grocery store?
  
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• Verizon Is Raising Fees on Connected Hotspots, Laptops and Tablets in December - CNET

  31-10-2022 20:33 via cnet.com
  Another price increase is coming for Verizon users.
  
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• 'Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi' Is a Branch of George Lucas' Original Vision, Actors Say - CNET

  31-10-2022 20:30 via cnet.com
  Actors Ashley Eckstein and Corey Burton share the joy of diving deeper into Ahsoka Tano and Dooku in the six Disney Plus shorts.
  
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• Stimulus and Child Tax Credit Payments: You're Running Out of Time to Claim Your Money - CNET

  31-10-2022 20:15 via cnet.com
  The deadline is coming up in just two weeks and there are still around 9 million people who haven't claimed their stimulus or child tax credit checks.
  
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• How to Take a Really, Really, Really Long Screenshot on Your iPhone - CNET

  31-10-2022 20:15 via cnet.com
  This trick helps you capture way more than your average screenshot.
  
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• How Much Does Car Insurance Cost in November 2022? - CNET

  31-10-2022 20:10 via cnet.com
  Your premium depends on your specific driving history and habits.
  
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• Hubble Space Telescope Peeks Into Mysterious 'Keyhole' in Space - CNET

  31-10-2022 20:04 via cnet.com
  An unexplained rift haunts a nebula.
  
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• Best Roku Device Deals: Roku Streaming Stick 4K $25, Roku Express $18 - CNET

  31-10-2022 20:00 via cnet.com
  See the best prices on streamers that use our favorite streaming platform for TV, movies and music.
  
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• Nomad Is Offering Its Leather AirTag Loop for Free Right Now - CNET

  31-10-2022 19:58 via cnet.com
  CNET readers just need to pay shipping for this awesome AirTag accessory.
  
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• Musk’s takeover divides top Twitter users: flee the hate or stay and fight?

  31-10-2022 19:58
  Shonda Rhimes and Sara Bareilles are among celebrities leaving the platform, but others are struggling with the decisionTwitter isn’t shaping up to be the party Elon Musk might have expected. Not long after the Tesla CEO officially gained control of the app, many users have contemplated an exodus – while others are debating the merits of staying.Some celebrities and pundits made it clear they were on their way out. Shonda Rhimes, the TV writer and showrunner, was one of the first. &l
  
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• Chase: 2022 Home Equity Review - CNET

  31-10-2022 19:54 via cnet.com
  The biggest bank in the US isn't currently accepting new HELOC applications, but you can still apply for a cash-out refinance.
  
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• Amazon Drivers Are at Risk of Dog Attacks. They're Looking for Answers - CNET

  31-10-2022 19:40 via cnet.com
  Drivers speak out about dogs as a major problem after a driver is killed in a suspected dog attack during a delivery, and complain about policies that make it harder to stay safe.
  
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• ACDSee Photo Studio Ultimate 2023

  31-10-2022 19:28 via techradar.com
  
  Photo editing has never been more popular, with influencers, content creators, and businesses all harnessing the ubiquitous tech to create and enhance images and assets.If you need to make alterations to your photos, whether it’s touching them up, creating a digital montage, or anything in between, the best photo editor out there is undoubtedly the industry-standard Adobe Photoshop. But such power comes requires a Creative Cloud subscription that may not chime with the budget you’re
  
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• Another Big Fed Rate Hike Is Expected This Week. Then What? - CNET

  31-10-2022 18:54 via cnet.com
  The Federal Reserve is expected to raise rates for the sixth time this week as inflation continues to defy expectations.
  
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• How the Fed's Interest Rate Changes Affect Your Credit Cards - CNET

  31-10-2022 18:46 via cnet.com
  Your credit card interest rates are about to go up.
  
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• Halloween drone deal: Score the Evo Nano+ and save $190

  31-10-2022 18:42 via zdnet.com
  Right now, you can save $190 on the Autel Evo Nano+ drone. Take advantage of this deal and start shooting fall foliage just in time for the holiday season.
  
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• NASA Snaps Cheerful Portrait of Sun 'Smiling' Like a Big Fiery Goof - CNET

  31-10-2022 18:35 via cnet.com
  The sun put on a happy face during a week full of solar flares and ejections.
  
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• How Does Savings Interest Work? - CNET

  31-10-2022 18:30 via cnet.com
  Harnessing the power of compounding interest can supercharge your savings.
  
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• Best High-Yield Savings Accounts for November 2022 - CNET

  31-10-2022 18:22 via cnet.com
  High-yield savings account rates are now earning over 3% APYs.
  
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