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• Ex-Twitter exec details ‘homophobic and antisemitic’ abuse over handling of Hunter Biden story

  08-02-2023 23:58 via theguardian.com
  
  Yoel Roth testifies before congressional committee that Elon Musk’s release of company’s internal records led to harassmentA former Twitter executive testified on Wednesday that he was forced to leave and sell his home following a campaign of “homophobic and antisemitic” harassment over the company’s handling of a New York Post story about Hunter Biden.Yoel Roth, the former head of safety at Twitter, made the comments while speaking to a committee in the newly Repub
  
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• Your Big Game Pizza Might Be More Expensive, and It's Not Just Inflation - CNET

  08-02-2023 23:54 via cnet.com
  
  Everything from the price of tomatoes to the cost of cardboard pizzas boxes has gone up.
  
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• Gnarly 'Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom' Trailer Revealed at Nintendo Direct - CNET

  08-02-2023 23:47 via cnet.com
  
  Nintendo's biggest release of the year continues to look glorious.
  
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• Nintendo Adds Game Boy Games to the Switch at Last - CNET

  08-02-2023 23:45 via cnet.com
  
  Game Boy and Game Boy Advance games are here starting today. What you get depends on what your subscription tier is.
  
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• This Bizarre Robot Uses AI to Paint Whatever You Tell It To - CNET

  08-02-2023 23:36 via cnet.com
  
  AI art leaps from pixels to real-life canvases with the help of a robot arm that's like Dall-E with a paintbrush.
  
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• Apple HomePod (2023) review: Better than a soundbar for my Apple TV

  08-02-2023 23:36 via zdnet.com
  
  After spending 48 hours using Apple's new $299 HomePod, I may not want to ever go back to a regular soundbar.
  
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• It's Not Just You, Twitter Is Acting Weird - CNET

  08-02-2023 23:32 via cnet.com
  
  From having direct messages removed to having to schedule tweets, Twitter is broken.
  
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• Disney Layoffs Will Cut 7,000 Jobs - CNET

  08-02-2023 23:06 via cnet.com
  
  The entertainment giant is tightening its workforce by about 3% to save costs.
  
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• How to set app limits on your Android

  08-02-2023 23:03 via zdnet.com
  
  Android makes beautiful screens, but real life is prettier. Set app limits on your Android for more intentional scrolling and conversation.
  
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• Colgate-Palmolive Recalls Millions of Bottles of Fabuloso Over Bacteria Risk - CNET

  08-02-2023 22:43 via cnet.com
  
  Nearly 5 million bottles are being withdrawn due to "inadequate preservative," Colgate-Palmolive said.
  
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• Disney Plus Lost Subscribers for the First Time - CNET

  08-02-2023 22:41 via cnet.com
  
  Members fled most in India, but the US and Canada lost accounts too.
  
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• Nintendo Direct February 2023: How to Watch, Start Time, Zelda and Switch 2 Likelihood - CNET

  08-02-2023 22:23 via cnet.com
  
  The company promises 40 minutes about Nintendo Switch games, so you can expect to see Tears of the Kingdom.
  
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• Some Twitter Users Can Post 4,000-Character Tweets Now - CNET

  08-02-2023 22:16 via cnet.com
  
  Twitter Blue subscribers in the US are no longer limited to 280 characters.
  
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• All 21 Types of 1099 Tax Forms, Explained - CNET

  08-02-2023 22:16 via cnet.com
  
  There are many types of 1099 forms in circulation. Here's a cheat sheet to reference throughout tax season.
  
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• Meta Completes Acquisition of VR Fitness Company Within - CNET

  08-02-2023 22:15 via cnet.com
  
  The held-up acquisition has gone through, adding a major fitness platform to Meta's toolkit.
  
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• How to install and configure Easy Digital Downloads on WordPress

  08-02-2023 21:51 via zdnet.com
  
  If you have digital products you want to sell from a WordPress site, there's only one plugin you need, Easy Digital Downloads.
  
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• NASA Finds Surprise Evidence of Ancient Water Ripples on Mars - CNET

  08-02-2023 21:41 via cnet.com
  
  It's the clearest evidence of waves and water the Curiosity rover has ever found.
  
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• Watch 2023 Super Bowl Ads Before the Big Game: Best Commercials So Far - CNET

  08-02-2023 21:35 via cnet.com
  
  A lot of ads are already out, starring celebrities like Serena Williams, Ben Stiller, Diddy and those guys from Breaking Bad.
  
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• The 5 best QLED TVs of 2023

  08-02-2023 21:35 via zdnet.com
  
  When it comes time to watch your favorite movie or to catch the big game, not just any TV will do. Consider these best QLED TVs to enhance your viewing experience.
  
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• AI as Co-Pilot: Your Online Life Is About to Change, Like It or Not - CNET

  08-02-2023 21:27 via cnet.com
  
  Microsoft has Bing powered by OpenAI's ChatGPT, Google has Bard, and many more are on the way.
  
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• The 20 best iPad deals of February 2023

  08-02-2023 21:20 via zdnet.com
  
  Apple rarely has deals or sales, but you can still find some iPad models with sizable discounts. These are the best iPad deals that we could find.
  
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• The 5 best headphones for music of 2023: Sony, Bose, Sennheiser, and more

  08-02-2023 21:16 via zdnet.com
  
  When you are listening to music, you want headphones with plenty of clarity and bass. ZDNET has rounded up the best headphones for music so you can immerse yourself in your favorite tunes.
  
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• Cash In on These Big Game Food Deals for Your Watch Party - CNET

  08-02-2023 21:15 via cnet.com
  
  Keep game-day hosting simple with football-shaped ice cream cakes, discounted pizzas and BOGOs galore.
  
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• How to use Google's Jamboard whiteboard app for collaborative brainstorming

  08-02-2023 21:14 via zdnet.com
  
  If you need a digital whiteboard for brainstorming sessions with colleagues, Google has you covered with Jamboard.
  
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• Google's Bard AI Gets It Wrong on James Webb Space Telescope - CNET

  08-02-2023 21:14 via cnet.com
  
  A demonstration meant to show off Google's new AI-powered chatbot bungles its response on the JWST.
  
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• Netflix Password-Sharing Crackdown Hits Canada, New Zealand, Portugal and Spain - CNET

  08-02-2023 21:13 via cnet.com
  
  Netflix hasn't specified when the new fees to share an account will arrive in other countries like the US.
  
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• Turkey-Syria Earthquake: Vet Charities Before You Donate. Here's How - CNET

  08-02-2023 21:02 via cnet.com
  
  More than 12,000 people are dead and thousands more are in critical condition after one of the strongest earthquakes recorded in the area hit Turkey and Syria on Monday.
  
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• NFT images of furry Birkin bags violated trademark rules

  08-02-2023 21:01 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Hermes, which owns the brand, has won a landmark case against an artist who created NFTs of the famous bag.
  
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• 6 Ways to Cope With Loneliness and Keep It From Ruling Your Life - CNET

  08-02-2023 21:00 via cnet.com
  
  Loneliness is more complex than spending too much time alone. You can feel lonely while surrounded by people.
  
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• What to Know About Ozempic, Wegovy and the Weight-Loss Drug Debate - CNET

  08-02-2023 20:52 via cnet.com
  
  A diabetes medication has inspired the next class of weight-loss drugs.
  
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• Nintendo Direct February 2023: How to Watch, Start Time and Switch 2 Likelihood - CNET

  08-02-2023 20:50 via cnet.com
  
  The company promises 40 minutes about Nintendo Switch games, so you can expect a look at The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.
  
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• Netflix's Password-Sharing Crackdown Is Here: What to Know - CNET

  08-02-2023 20:45 via cnet.com
  
  Netflix has started charging fees for sharing an account beyond a single household in Canada and three other countries -- but not the US (yet).
  
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• Barclays Bank: 2023 Banking Review - CNET

  08-02-2023 20:37 via cnet.com
  
  This global banking giant operates an online-only banking division in the US, with high-yielding savings accounts and CDs.
  
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• Google's ChatGPT competitor spaces out at the start

  08-02-2023 20:35 via zdnet.com
  
  In a demo of Bard, Google's new AI chatbot, the experimental service delivered inaccurate information about the James Webb Space Telescope
  
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• Get $60 Off the Excellent Tribit StormBox Blast Boom Box Speaker - CNET

  08-02-2023 20:30 via cnet.com
  
  The powerful StormBox Blast is down to $140, its lowest price to date, after you apply a CNET-exclusive code at checkout at Amazon.
  
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• Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Might Cost More Than You Thought - CNET

  08-02-2023 20:29 via cnet.com
  
  The upcoming Switch game is no longer available for preorder at any retailers.
  
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• Some Fish Can Recognize Themselves in Photos and Mirrors - CNET

  08-02-2023 20:17 via cnet.com
  
  These small cleaner fish could distinguish themselves from other swimmers.
  
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• Galaxy S23 vs. iPhone 14: Comparing Samsung and Apple's Newest Flagship Phones - CNET

  08-02-2023 20:14 via cnet.com
  
  The Galaxy S23 and the iPhone 14 are both great phones at $800. We spell out each phone's specs so you can see what's different.
  
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• Here's Where Elon Musk's Tesla Roadster Is After Five Years in Space - CNET

  08-02-2023 20:12 via cnet.com
  
  The red Tesla and its "driver," Starman, are probably in rough shape.
  
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• Bold Plan to Dim the Sun by Blasting Moon Dust Into Space Could Help Cool Earth - CNET

  08-02-2023 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  Astrophysicists demonstrate a surprising way to block radiation from the sun.
  
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• Meet Frida, the Robot That Paints AI-Driven Art in Real Life - CNET

  08-02-2023 19:50 via cnet.com
  
  AI art leaps from pixels to canvas with the help of this robot arm that's like Dall-E with a paintbrush.
  
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• Lebron James Honored With Animated Google Search Results - CNET

  08-02-2023 19:48 via cnet.com
  
  The search engine is celebrating the Lakers legend breaking the NBA's all-time scoring record.
  
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• Google Unveils Bard AI at Paris Event video - CNET

  08-02-2023 19:43 via cnet.com
  
  The search giant shows demos Bard, a new AI chatbot that can answer complex search queries, rivaling OpenAI's ChatGPT.
  
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• A OnePlus Foldable Phone Might Come Out Later This Year - CNET

  08-02-2023 19:37 via cnet.com
  
  Samsung may soon have some competition in the US.
  
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• OnePlus 11 vs OnePlus 10 Pro: What are the main differences?

  08-02-2023 19:35 via zdnet.com
  
  Should you preorder the new OnePlus 11 or buy last year's OnePlus 10 Pro? We compared the two and highlighted the main differences below.
  
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• Space Force Tracks Debris After Secretive Russian Satellite Breaks Up in Orbit - CNET

  08-02-2023 19:33 via cnet.com
  
  The purpose of Cosmos 2499 has been shrouded in mystery.
  
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• Create an Online IRS Account Before You File Taxes This Year: Why and How to Do It - CNET

  08-02-2023 19:25 via cnet.com
  
  Registering for an IRS account can provide big help when filing your taxes or tracking your tax refund afterward.
  
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• Presidents Day Sales 2023: Best Early Deals Available Right Now - CNET

  08-02-2023 19:22 via cnet.com
  
  Presidents Day is on Feb. 20 but many of the best deals are already live.
  
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• Don't Waste Your Smart Plug's Potential. Here Are 10 Creative Uses for It - CNET

  08-02-2023 19:10 via cnet.com
  
  Your smart plug is more than a fancy on-off switch. Here are 10 ways you can put that little device to better use.
  
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• Astronomers Spot a Surprising Ring System Lurking in the Outer Solar System - CNET

  08-02-2023 19:04 via cnet.com
  
  The far-out dwarf planet Quaoar shows us we know little of rings after all.
  
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