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• I Took an At-Home Sleep Test and Was Shocked by the Results

  14-03-2025 23:30 via cnet.com
  
  I wasn’t sleeping well, so I took Thorne’s Sleep Test to uncover the cause. Here's what I learned about my out-of-whack hormones.
  
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• How to Watch NASA's Rescheduled Launch to ISS

  14-03-2025 22:46 via cnet.com
  
  The delayed mission means the two astronauts who've been "stuck" in space can't leave until March 19 at the earliest.
  
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• When Is the Election in Canada?

  14-03-2025 22:35 via cnet.com
  
  Canada's next round of elections will come under the cloud of a brewing trade war with the US and the Trump administration.
  
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• Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for March 15, #173

  14-03-2025 22:19 via cnet.com
  
  Hints and answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle, No. 173, for March 15.
  
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• Women's March Madness 2025: How to Watch Selection Sunday Without Cable

  14-03-2025 21:51 via cnet.com
  
  Find out when the women's NCAA bracket will be revealed and which streaming service you need to watch every game of the tournament.
  
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• Google's Gemini Will Fully Replace Assistant on Most Phones This Year

  14-03-2025 21:49 via cnet.com
  
  Headphones and watches will also switch to Gemini, while smart home devices will become "powered" by it.
  
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• Do I Have to Pay Taxes If the Government Shuts Down Today?

  14-03-2025 21:45 via cnet.com
  
  A measure to keep the government funded passed the House of Representatives, but has until the end of Friday to pass the Senate and avert a shutdown.
  
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• These 3 AI themes dominated SXSW - and here's how they can help you navigate 2025

  14-03-2025 21:38 via zdnet.com
  
  I sat through a dozen AI panels at SXSW, and three dominant themes came up again and again. Here's what they mean for you.
  
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• I recommend these Bose headphones for traveling and commuting - and every color is $80 off

  14-03-2025 21:38 via zdnet.com
  
  The Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones are my pick for the best noise-canceling headphones, and they're on sale for $80 off until the end of March.
  
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• We Asked a Registered Dietitian How Much Water You Actually Need

  14-03-2025 21:31 via cnet.com
  
  This health expert debunks a few hydration myths and shares tips for your specific lifestyle and needs.
  
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• Government Shutdown Looms in Final Hours: How Your Taxes Might Suffer

  14-03-2025 21:30 via cnet.com
  
  Congress doesn't have much time left to avert a shutdown. The drama continues to mount.
  
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• The IRS Has Issued a Whopping $145 Billion in Tax Refunds so Far

  14-03-2025 21:26 via cnet.com
  
  Six weeks into tax season, the average refund is tracking slightly higher than last year's average.
  
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• Best Adjustable Dumbbells for 2025: Fitness Expert Tested

  14-03-2025 21:18 via cnet.com
  
  Save space in your home gym with adjustable dumbbells recommended by our fitness experts.
  
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• You Can Play Your Favorite Android Mobile Games on Your PC Now

  14-03-2025 21:16 via cnet.com
  
  Now you'll have more ways to play games you love.
  
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• One of the best noise-canceling earbuds I've tested isn't made by Sony or Apple (and they're $30 off)

  14-03-2025 21:14 via zdnet.com
  
  The latest Bose QuietComfort Earbuds boast powerful noise cancellation, a 30-hour battery life, and bass-forward audio. They're on sale for $149 right now.
  
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• Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for March 15, #1365

  14-03-2025 21:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle No. 1,365 for March 15.
  
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• Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for March 15, #377

  14-03-2025 21:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle No. 377 for March 15.
  
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• Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for March 15, #643

  14-03-2025 21:00 via cnet.com
  
  Hints and answers for Connections for March 15, #643.
  
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• Best Clip-On Earbuds for 2025

  14-03-2025 20:59 via cnet.com
  
  Earbuds with a clip-on design that makes them look a little like clip-on earrings are the latest trend in the earbuds. Here are my favorite current models.
  
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• I replaced my high-end Wi-Fi 7 router with a more affordable option - and didn't regret it

  14-03-2025 20:48 via zdnet.com
  
  Wi-Fi 7 is all the rage in home networking, so I tested a midrange mesh router from Eero to handle my smart home setup.
  
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• OpenAI wants to trade gov't access to AI models for fewer regulations

  14-03-2025 19:50 via zdnet.com
  
  The company pitches its proposal as a way to counter China's AI advances. Google makes a similar argument for weakening copyright restrictions.
  
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• Apple’s UK encryption legal challenge heard behind closed doors

  14-03-2025 19:49 via theguardian.com
  Media organisations including the Guardian and the BBC fail to gain entry to proceedingsWhat could Apple’s legal challenge mean for data protection?A hearing in Apple’s legal battle with the UK government over access to customer data was held behind closed doors on Friday after the press failed to gain entry to proceedings.The US tech firm has launched an appeal with the investigatory powers tribunal after the Home Office demanded access to encrypted data stored remotely in Apple&rsq
  
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• Stop Overpaying. We Found a Trick That Can Help You Save $100 on Your Electricity Bill

  14-03-2025 19:46 via cnet.com
  
  Tired of huge bills? With this simple method, you can make your home more energy efficient and save money.
  
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• Worried about DeepSeek? Turns out, Gemini is the biggest data offender

  14-03-2025 19:35 via zdnet.com
  
  It's an AI privacy showdown. How much data does your favorite chatbot collect?
  
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• Katy Perry, Lauren Sánchez and Gayle King Are Going to Space

  14-03-2025 19:25 via cnet.com
  
  Katy Perry will "shoot across the sky" with Gayle King and Lauren Sánchez, along with a NASA rocket scientist, bioastronautics research scientist and a film producer.
  
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• T-Mobile Hikes Rates for Legacy Customers. Which Plans Are Affected?

  14-03-2025 19:15 via cnet.com
  
  The $5 per line price hike affects customers on older plans.
  
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• A Test of Different Sleep Preferences -- 30 Days on the Saatva Classic Mattress

  14-03-2025 19:07 via cnet.com
  
  We spent 30 days on the Saatva Classic Mattress so we can tell you first-hand what we think.
  
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• Cricut's New Maker 4 Is Not Improved Enough to Justify Its Price

  14-03-2025 19:00 via cnet.com
  
  In an industry full of new competition, Cricut's flagship cutter sees only minor upgrades.
  
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• See Stunning Images of Rare Blood Moon and Lunar Eclipse

  14-03-2025 18:56 via cnet.com
  
  Thanks to clouds, not everyone had this view, so marvel at the incredible photos.
  
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• I found the external storage kit of every iPhone content creator's dream - and it's got MagSafe

  14-03-2025 18:47 via zdnet.com
  
  Lexar's SSD is small, fast, and attaches to your iPhone with a snap - all without adding much bulk or weight.
  
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• Report: A Future iOS Update Will Bring Encrypted RCS Messaging to iPhones

  14-03-2025 18:40 via cnet.com
  
  It remains unclear when the encrypted messaging feature will be added to iPhones.
  
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• Apple encrypted data row hearing begins in secret

  14-03-2025 18:20 via bbc.com
  
  The BBC - along with civil liberties groups and some US politicians - argue the case should be heard in public.
  
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• I Made a Bacon Cheeseburger in the Air Fryer and It Didn't Suck

  14-03-2025 18:03 via cnet.com
  
  Air fryer burgers are just as juicy as those made in a skillet or grill but without the greasy mess. Here's how I made mine and why it might be my new go-to method.
  
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• How to Watch and Stream the 2025 Australian GP

  14-03-2025 18:00 via cnet.com
  
  It's the opening race of the new season at beautiful Albert Park in Melbourne.
  
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• 'The Wheel of Time' Season 3: When to Watch Episode 4 of the Fantasy Series

  14-03-2025 17:52 via cnet.com
  
  Prime Video's story continues to unfold with political intrigue and intense battles.
  
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• 16 Funniest Ted Lasso Quotes: Tea Is 'Garbage Water,' and God Hates Tie Scores

  14-03-2025 17:51 via cnet.com
  
  Jason Sudeikis and his team have been renewed for a fourth season, so catch up on Ted's all-American wit and wisdom.
  
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• What if AI ran ER triage? Here's how it sped up patient care in real-world tests

  14-03-2025 17:46 via zdnet.com
  
  A first-of-its-kind study from Yale and Johns Hopkins tested an AI program at three emergency rooms to see if it could help nurses make quicker, more accurate decisions and speed up patient flow. Here's what happened.
  
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• 4 Ways to Open Your iPhone's Control Center -- Without Stretching Your Thumb

  14-03-2025 17:45 via cnet.com
  
  Want to change your screen brightness or turn on Do Not Disturb? You don't have to swipe from the top right corner to open the Control Center.
  
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• ‘The odd drunken detective has been sighted at gigs’: how Sea Power won legions of gamer fans

  14-03-2025 17:44 via theguardian.com
  
  As they get ready to tour its mournful music, the band reflect on Disco Elysium, the video game whose soundtrack won them a Bafta – and plenty of new followersWhen Jan Scott Wilkinson, frontman of the band formerly known as British Sea Power, was first asked to work on a video game soundtrack, he was sceptical. “We didn’t know much about the game, but our manager Dave seemed to think there was something interesting about this Robert guy who had been pleasantly hounding him,&rdq
  
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• Linux power users: Here's a distro with a refreshing approach to OS design

  14-03-2025 17:42 via zdnet.com
  
  NixOS is a well-designed OS with a fantastic array of layouts and features, but I recommend it to Linux users who aren't afraid of a little learning curve.
  
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• This Linux distro can be used without installation (and it's totally free)

  14-03-2025 17:39 via zdnet.com
  
  If you're a creator or digital artist looking for a Linux distro, Dynebolic was designed with you in mind. It's back after a 10-year hiatus and still just as good.
  
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• How Much Water Should You Drink a Day? A Registered Dietitian Weighs In on How Much You Really Need

  14-03-2025 17:35 via cnet.com
  
  The right amount of water for you depends on a few factors, like activity levels and even the weather. An expert shares hydration tips to keep you at your best.
  
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• One of my favorite smartwatches has a timeless analog look - and the features I need

  14-03-2025 17:27 via zdnet.com
  
  For those who prefer a classic timepiece over the sleek, tech-heavy look of most smartwatches, the Withings ScanWatch Nova blends traditional analog styling with robust health and wellness features.
  
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• CDs Offer Guaranteed Returns in an Uncertain Market. Today's CD Rates, March 14, 2025

  14-03-2025 17:27 via cnet.com
  
  In a volatile economy, CDs' safety and predictability can be particularly valuable.
  
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• Want to make money from Facebook stories? Here's how you can

  14-03-2025 17:24 via zdnet.com
  
  Facebook has a new monetization option. Here's how you can cash in on it.
  
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• Sick of internet outages? How I easily set up a backup connection in my home office

  14-03-2025 17:19 via zdnet.com
  
  A failover internet connection is a good idea if you work from home - and it's not complicated to set up. Here's what to know.
  
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• I compared the two best Android smartwatches right now - and it's almost too close to call

  14-03-2025 17:16 via zdnet.com
  
  The OnePlus Watch 3 raises the bar for smartwatch battery life in my testing, yet Google's flagship wearable brings its own impressive strengths to the table.
  
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• Gmail Storage Full? Get Back 15GB for Your Inbox for Free

  14-03-2025 17:15 via cnet.com
  
  You don't have to delete any of your old emails to get your account back to inbox zero.
  
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• M4 MacBook Air Review (15-Inch, 2025): Best MacBook for Most People Gets Faster, Cheaper

  14-03-2025 17:11 via cnet.com
  
  The smaller Air is the perfect student laptop, but once you're out of school you should graduate to the larger but still highly portable 15-inch model.
  
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• Why You Should Use Magnesium Supplements to Boost Your Sleep Quality

  14-03-2025 17:00 via cnet.com
  
  Melatonin isn't the only sleep supplement out there. Magnesium has serious benefits, too.
  
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