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• AI tool can give ministers ‘vibe check’ on whether MPs will like policies

  20-01-2025 23:30 via theguardian.com
  Parlex is one of several artificial intelligence systems being developed within the governmentA new artificial intelligence tool can warn ministers whether policies are likely to be very unpopular with their party’s MPs, using a search described as a “parliamentary vibe check”.Parlex is one of a suite of AI tools– called Humphrey, after the Yes Minister character – being developed for ministers and civil servants which allow them to predict which topics might cause
  
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• Elon Musk appears to give fascist-style salute after Trump inauguration – video

  20-01-2025 22:31 via theguardian.com
  Tech billionaire Elon Musk appeared to give a fascist-style salute during the celebration of Donald Trump's presidential inauguration. The major Trump donor, who is the richest man in the world, thanked Trump supporters for 'making it happen' at the Capital One Arena in Washington DC US Politics live – latest updates Continue reading...
  
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• Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for Jan. 21, #1312

  20-01-2025 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here are some hints and the answer for Wordle No. 1,312 for Tuesday, Jan. 21.
  
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• Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for Jan. 21, #590

  20-01-2025 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here are some hints — and the answers — for Connections No. 590 for Tuesday, Jan. 21.
  
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• Best Internet Providers in Flagstaff, Arizona

  20-01-2025 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Optimum is the fastest internet provider in Flagstaff, but look to Quantum Fiber for faster upload speeds.
  
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• Best Internet Providers in Elmira, New York

  20-01-2025 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Elmira offers several internet options to its residents. If you’re trying to find the best internet provider for you, these are CNET’s top picks in Elmira.
  
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• The Galaxy S25 Countdown Begins: What to Expect During the Samsung Unpacked Event and How to Watch

  20-01-2025 20:20 via cnet.com
  
  Here's everything to know ahead of the event, which will likely focus on the Galaxy S series and AI.
  
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• This Backpack Is Perfect as a Carry-On for Flights, and Is Now Only $32 in MLK Sales

  20-01-2025 20:15 via cnet.com
  
  Never fret over carry-on luggage again with this handy 40-litre backpack.
  
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• Best Buy’s MLK Sale Has Dropped My Favorite Cordless Vacuum by $200

  20-01-2025 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  As a mother, a house cleaner, a pet owner, a wife as well as a tech editor, the Dyson V15 vac helps me manage it all.
  
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• 3 Best Stainless Steel Frying Pans in 2025

  20-01-2025 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  No kitchen is complete without a good stainless steel frying pan. Here are CNET’s top picks -- all tested by our experts.
  
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• Best Foam Rollers for 2025

  20-01-2025 19:47 via cnet.com
  
  Speed up muscle recovery and soothe soreness with these top-rated foam rollers.
  
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• Roku’s Already Affordable Streaming Soundbar Is Down by $25 for MLK Day

  20-01-2025 19:30 via cnet.com
  
  Thanks to MLK sales, you can upgrade your TV speakers to this ultracompact Roku Streambar SE for only $75 at Amazon.
  
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• Premier League Soccer: Livestream Chelsea vs. Wolves From Anywhere

  20-01-2025 19:00 via cnet.com
  
  Enzo Maresca's Blues look to get back to winning ways as they host the struggling Old Gold at Stamford Bridge.
  
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• The Brutalist and Emilia Perez’s voice-cloning controversies make AI the new awards season battleground

  20-01-2025 18:41 via theguardian.com
  
  Two leading contenders for Oscars this year have revealed use of artificial intelligence in the editing suite – will it affect their chances?The use of artificial intelligence could become a ferocious battleground during movie awards season, as at least two major contenders were revealed to have used voice-cloning to enhance actors’ performances.In an interview with moving-image tech publication Red Shark News, The Brutalist editor Dávid Jancsó said that, in an effort t
  
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• The 8 Best Sleep Trackers of 2025, Tested and Selected by Our Sleep Experts

  20-01-2025 18:19 via cnet.com
  
  Monitor your sleep and improve your sleep habits with these high-tech trackers.
  
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• Best Carbon Monoxide Detector for 2025

  20-01-2025 18:18 via cnet.com
  
  Keep your home safe with our picks of the best carbon monoxide detectors that alert you to this invisible, odorless threat.
  
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• UPERFECT Delta Pro Touch 16-Inch 2.5K Dual Monitor review

  20-01-2025 18:15 via techradar.com
  
  The UPERFECT Delta Pro Touch is designed for professionals and screen-real-estate-lovers on the go. It provides unmatched productivity and creativity potential in a portable and easy-to-use package. With a single USB-C cable, you can quickly push to both displays (depending on the computer's limitations), running them as mirrored, two separate displays, one long display, or running two entirely separate inputs simultaneously. All this while also enabling 10-point touchscreen abilities, again lim
  
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• MLK Day Sales Have Slashed My Favorite Bluetooth Speaker by $40

  20-01-2025 18:00 via cnet.com
  
  Now reduced to $90, the Anker Soundcore Boom 2 previously took home the CNET Editors' Choice award.
  
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• Best Workout Apps for Women in 2025

  20-01-2025 18:00 via cnet.com
  
  Stick to your health and fitness goals with one of the best workout apps available.
  
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• Best Firepit for 2025

  20-01-2025 17:29 via cnet.com
  
  Heat up your outdoor space on these winter nights with one of the best firepits for 2025.
  
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• Stay Warm With My Favorite Rechargeable Hand Warmers for Only $20

  20-01-2025 17:00 via cnet.com
  
  A $10 discount for MLK Day at Amazon makes these hand warmers a bargain.
  
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• Best Weight Loss Programs for 2025

  20-01-2025 17:00 via cnet.com
  
  A weight loss program can help you make progress toward your health goals. Here are our top picks for you to consider.
  
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• Answering All of Your Frequently Asked Questions About Sleep

  20-01-2025 17:00 via cnet.com
  
  We answer all your burning questions about sleep -- from how much you need to how to improve its quality.
  
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• Best Travel Pillows of 2025

  20-01-2025 16:16 via cnet.com
  
  Ride in comfort and get more shuteye on your next adventure with the best travel pillows -- tested and approved by CNET's experts.
  
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• Why You Should (or Shouldn’t) Register Your Domain Through Your Web Host

  20-01-2025 16:03 via cnet.com
  
  A detailed breakdown of the pros and cons of registering your domain through your web host, based on my 16 years of building websites.
  
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• Ugreen Uno 10000mAh 30W power bank review: it may look like a robot, but it’s not built like a tank

  20-01-2025 16:00 via techradar.com
  
  Ugreen Uno 10,000mAh 30W power bank review
  The Ugreen Uno 10,000mAh 30W power bank offers multiple ways to keep your devices running, with a friendly face designed to inject some fun into the gloomy world of charging.The cutesy robot design is fairly minimal, so much so that you’ll likely only notice it upon closer inspection; there’s no feet or handle as there is with other products in the Uno range.It's relatively compact for a 10,000mAh power bank, although it's still quite thick
  
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• Theragun Alternatives: Best Budget Massage Guns for 2025

  20-01-2025 16:00 via cnet.com
  
  Relax sore muscles and find relief without breaking the bank with these massage guns.
  
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• Altra FWD Via review: Comfortably firm for long distances

  20-01-2025 15:33 via techradar.com
  
  Altra FWD Via: Two minute review
  I love to run, but I don’t particularly like running fast (well, that’s my excuse anyway). Long, easy runs have become my perfect de-stressor, so when I found the Altra FWD Via, a chunky shoe with a wide toebox, light weight and thick, firm outsole for easy runs, I was very excited to try it.I’ve run in a lot of the best running shoes in my capacity as one of TechRadar’s resident fitness guinea pigs. Squishy long-distance shoes, firm all-r
  
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• CFP National Championship: How to Watch Ohio State vs. Notre Dame Today

  20-01-2025 15:30 via cnet.com
  
  The Buckeyes and Fighting Irish meet this evening in Atlanta on ESPN, and you don't need cable to watch.
  
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• Brother HL-L2865DW printer review

  20-01-2025 15:03 via techradar.com
  
  SpecsType: Mono laser printerFunctions: Print onlyConnectivity: Ethernet, USB, Wi-FiData storage slots: noneMax print speed: 34ppm (simplex)Max paper size: Letter/A4Print quality: 1,200 x 1,200 dpiMemory: 128MBApple AirPrint: yesConsumables included: black cartridge, 1,200 pagesDimensions/Weight: 723 x 435 x 285 mm (WxDxH)/71.4lb/7.1kg
  This little laser printer bears Brother’s Workhorse branding, which means it's designed for business use, but its compact size and convenient features will
  
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• Cordless vs. Corded Vacuum: Should You Cut the (Electrical) Cord?

  20-01-2025 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  Wondering if a corded vacuum or cordless vacuum is best for your home? We'll guide you to the right option for your cleaning needs.
  
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• Best Adjustable Dumbbells for 2025

  20-01-2025 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  Meet your new year's workout goals and maximize space in your home gym with the best adjustable dumbbells.
  
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• Philips 49B2U6903CH ultrawide monitor review

  20-01-2025 14:55 via techradar.com
  
  Multiple monitors or one very big screen. That's ultimately what your choice comes down to if you want the very best in multitasking display support. And it's very much the single-screen option of the two that the new Philips 49B2U6903CH delivers on a very large scale.This is a 49-inch ultrawide model that offers essentially the same screen area and resolution as a pair of 27-inch 1440p panels. To that basic productivity proposition Philips has added high specification connectivity features incl
  
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• Melania Trump launches her own cryptocurrency

  20-01-2025 14:52 via bbc.com
  
  $Melania is announced after President-elect Donald Trump launched his own cryptocurrency, $Trump.
  
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• I saw Leigh Whannell's new movie Wolf Man and its depiction of grief is the scariest thing of all

  20-01-2025 14:50 via techradar.com
  
  Wolf Man is the latest horror movie from Leigh Whannell, who’s known for horror hits including Insidious, Saw, and most recently, his adaptation of the Universal Monster movie The Invisible Man. Wolf Man was one of my most anticipated horror movies of 2025, and I'm pleased to say that Whannell has delivered once again, with a surprisingly heartfelt tale that takes us on a horrifying journey of grief and loss.These themes are present throughout the whole movie, and it wastes no time in thro
  
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• Elon Musk stands accused of pretending to be good at video games. The irony is delicious | Keza MacDonald

  20-01-2025 14:30 via theguardian.com
  
  Musk desperately wants to appropriate gamer credibility, but he may be faking it – and doing exactly what toxic nerds have been accusing women of doing for decadesLast year on Joe Rogan’s podcast, Elon Musk claimed to be one of the world’s best Diablo IV players – and surprisingly, the leaderboards backed him up. For those that haven’t had the pleasure, Diablo is one of the most mercilessly time-intensive video games out there; you build a character and carve throug
  
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• How to Detect AI Writing

  20-01-2025 14:14 via cnet.com
  
  You can use AI itself to spot cheating and plagiarism via AI. Here's how.
  
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• Juovi J2621 20000mAh 45W Power Bank review: a multiport beast that puts power before portability

  20-01-2025 14:00 via techradar.com
  
  Juovi J2621 20000mAh 45W Power Bank review
  The Juovi J2621 is a 45W power bank with a large 20,000mAh capacity and four ports for versatile, long-lasting charging performance. It’s a hefty brick for sure, but thankfully it’s not as heavy as it looks. This means it would be easy enough to carry around in a back, but not slim enough for pocketing.Overall, its design is fairly anonymous, although the two-tone colorway adds some interest. There’s no clutter to ruin its minimalist c
  
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• IRS Touts 'Enhanced' Direct File in 2025: How That Affects Your Tax Filing

  20-01-2025 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Direct File can help you cut out the tax season middlemen, and this year, the IRS is bringing out new features.
  
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• Rocket Money review

  20-01-2025 13:04 via techradar.com
  
  When it comes to selecting best budgeting apps and personal finance software, most of us are looking for something quick and easy to use. Time is money, so having something like Rocket Money close at hand makes total sense. As its creator’s state on the website, Rocket Money is an app that has been designed to help you save more and spend less. What’s more, there’s a free version although the real value comes from the Rocket Money Premium edition.Either way, Rocket Money is a g
  
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• I Tried It: Ninja's New Glass-Bowl Air Fryer Is Superior on Several Levels

  20-01-2025 13:00 via cnet.com
  
  The Ninja Crispi solves several problems we had with air fryers (as much as we love them) and gets CNET's enthusiastic stamp of approval.
  
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• Hisense HS214 review: I was impressed by this small soundbar’s audio capabilities, especially given its incredibly low price

  20-01-2025 13:00 via techradar.com
  
  Hisense HS214 review
  The Hisense HS214 could be the perfect soundbar for you if you've decided it's time for an upgrade on plain ole TV audio, but you’re working on a pretty tight budget. The Hisense HS214 is a popular budget option, typically priced at just $99 / £79 (about AU$160). It’s a 2.1 channel soundbar with a built-in sub that aims to offer powerful audio via a compact, all-in-one build. But does it deliver?Well, before I answer that definitively, let’s take a lo
  
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• Apple Brought T9 Dialing to Your iPhone in iOS 18. Here's How It Works

  20-01-2025 13:00 via cnet.com
  
  If you remember T9 typing, I hope you remember to do your daily stretches.
  
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• Vibration Plates: Do They Actually Help You Lose Weight?

  20-01-2025 12:23 via cnet.com
  
  Vibration plates are all the rage on social media, but do they do anything for your health?
  
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• ‘Inside I was doing the Mario jump’ – how one artist became a key player in Nintendo’s story

  20-01-2025 11:35 via theguardian.com
  
  Takaya Imamura worked at Nintendo for 32 years before leaving to create his own game, Omega Six. He shares anecdotes from those pivotal years at the creative giantIn 1889 in Kyoto, craftsman Fusajiro Yamauchi founded a hanafuda playing card company. He called it Nintendo – a phrase whose meaning is lost to time according to Nintendo’s own historians, but which can be translated as “leave luck up to heaven”. In the 1970s, Nintendo eventually transitioned from paper games t
  
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• Best Bug Sprays for 2025

  20-01-2025 11:34 via cnet.com
  
  Avoid bug bites with the best insect repellents -- all tested and approved by our experts.
  
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• Best Water Guns for 2025

  20-01-2025 11:08 via cnet.com
  
  There's never a wrong time to get wet. If you're looking for the perfect, harmless water gun, here from Nerf, Spyra and more.
  
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• Obsessing Over Your Protein? Why 'Goals' Might Not Be Necessary, Experts Say

  20-01-2025 09:00 via cnet.com
  
  If you've been focusing on your #proteingoals for the New Year, you may want to stop.
  
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• Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for Jan. 20, #323

  20-01-2025 05:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here are some hints -- and the answers -- for the Jan. 20 Strands puzzle, No. 323.
  
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• Today's NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Monday, Jan. 20

  20-01-2025 05:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for Jan. 20.
  
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