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• Can I Delete My 23andMe DNA? Everything to Know as Firm Sells to Regeneron

  19-05-2025 23:45 via cnet.com
  
  The once-popular genetic testing company will be acquired by Regeneron after filing for bankruptcy, but the questions about getting personal data out of the company persist.
  
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• Buy a Sony Bravia 8 II, and get another 4K TV for free - but you'll need to act fast

  19-05-2025 23:42 via zdnet.com
  
  BOGO isn't just for shoes. As part of a Memorial Day promotion, Sony is giving away a free X77L 4K Google TV to anyone who buys its latest flagship panel.
  
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• 2 in 5 Cars Sold Worldwide Will Be EVs by 2030. US Drivers, You've Got Some Catching Up to Do

  19-05-2025 23:33 via cnet.com
  
  Electric vehicles are becoming increasingly affordable, but that's not necessarily the case in the United States.
  
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• Google I/O 2025 Liveblog: Leaks and Rumors About Android, AI, XR and More

  19-05-2025 23:30 via cnet.com
  
  Everything announced at Google's mid-year software event at the Shoreline Amphitheatre.
  
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• Recall Alert: SharkNinja Pressure Cookers Could Burn Users. Here's What to Do

  19-05-2025 23:29 via cnet.com
  
  The recalled pressure cookers can unlock while you're cooking with them, causing the hot contents to fly out and burn users.
  
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• I choose this budget wireless iPhone charger over Apple's MagSafe model - here's why

  19-05-2025 23:06 via zdnet.com
  
  Anker's Qi2 wireless charging pad is fast, powerful, and affordable enough to keep one at the office and one at home. Plus, it's on sale.
  
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• Uber's Memorial Day-Style Sale: Uber One Member Days Is On Now

  19-05-2025 22:53 via cnet.com
  
  In its own version of Prime Day, the rideshare company has a weeklong event full of deals, promotions and savings to coincide with Memorial Day sales.
  
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• Warzone Mobile Is Being Sunset. Here's How Call of Duty: Mobile Compares

  19-05-2025 22:50 via cnet.com
  
  The company already pulled the game from the iOS and Android mobile stores.
  
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• Grab this 230-piece Craftsman toolset for just $99 at Lowe's

  19-05-2025 22:48 via zdnet.com
  
  Looking to jumpstart your DIY home toolkit or need an early Father's Day gift? You can grab the 230-piece Craftsman VersaStack toolkit for just $99 right now at Lowe's
  
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• The best Apple deals of May 2025: iPhones, Apple Watches, iPads, and more

  19-05-2025 22:16 via zdnet.com
  
  Now that Memorial Day sales have begun, here are the best deals on Apple products, including MacBooks, iPhones, AirPods, iPads, and accessories from online retailers.
  
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• 2 in 4 Cars Sold Worldwide Will Be EVs by 2030. US Drivers, You've Got Some Catching Up to Do

  19-05-2025 22:12 via cnet.com
  
  Electric vehicles are becoming increasingly affordable, but not so much in the United States.
  
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• This 2-in-1 Is My Favorite Laptop for Travel, and It's Only $280 Right Now

  19-05-2025 22:09 via cnet.com
  
  Lenovo's versatile Duet 11 Chromebook is compact, lightweight and multifunctional. It's a solid bargain even at full price, and right now it's $120 off.
  
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• May Mortgage Predictions: Prepare for Rates to Stay Above 6.5%

  19-05-2025 22:05 via cnet.com
  
  Tariffs threaten to drive up prices, delay Fed rate cuts and keep mortgage rates higher for longer.
  
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• ChatGPT's Image Generator Is Now in Microsoft Copilot. Here's What You Can Do With It

  19-05-2025 22:01 via cnet.com
  
  Microsoft Copilot now supports photorealistic image generation and allows you to customize and edit the visuals it creates.
  
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• Why I recommend this OnePlus phone over the S25 Ultra - especially at this price

  19-05-2025 22:00 via zdnet.com
  
  The latest OnePlus 13 sets a high bar for every other premium phone this year, earning it the coveted ZDNET Editors' Choice award.
  
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• Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for May 20, #1431

  19-05-2025 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle No. 1,431 for May 20.
  
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• Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for May 20, #443

  19-05-2025 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle No. 443 for May 20.
  
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• Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for May 20, #239

  19-05-2025 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Hints and answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle, No. 239, for May 20.
  
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• Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for May 20, #709

  19-05-2025 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Hints and answers for Connections for May 20, #709.
  
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• 75 Google Home Prompts Later: My 6 Favorite Easter Eggs

  19-05-2025 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  I dove deep into the world of Google Home Assistant's hidden features and discovered the funniest, most engaging queries to try on your own device.
  
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• I highly recommend this Bose portable speaker to most people - here's why

  19-05-2025 21:36 via zdnet.com
  
  The Bose SoundLink Max checks all the right boxes for a portable speaker: sound clarity, loudness, durability, and a lengthy battery life.
  
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• A drug developer is buying 23andMe - what does that mean for your DNA data?

  19-05-2025 21:20 via zdnet.com
  
  The top bidder in the DNA testing firm's bankruptcy auction, Regeneron vows to prioritize the privacy, security, and ethical use of customer data.
  
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• Google's popular AI tool gets its own Android app - how to use NotebookLM on your phone

  19-05-2025 21:13 via zdnet.com
  
  The high-powered research assistant has been released as a standalone Android app, and an iOS version is on the way.
  
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• Grab this Dyson air purifier and fan combo for $130 off now

  19-05-2025 21:12 via zdnet.com
  
  At QVC, you can save 30% on the Dyson TP10 Pure Cool air purifier and fan, which will help keep your air cleaner and cooler.
  
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• Struggling DNA testing firm 23andMe to be bought for $256m

  19-05-2025 21:11 via bbc.com
  
  It said new buyers Regeneron had committed to protect user data as part of the deal.
  
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• Sony WH-1000XM6 vs WH-1000XM5: Opt for the upgrade or snag a sweet discount?

  19-05-2025 20:58 via zdnet.com
  
  Should you buy Sony's older headphones at a discount or go for the brand's newest (and priciest) model? Here's my advice.
  
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• One of our favorite Sony headphones just got their best discount yet

  19-05-2025 20:44 via zdnet.com
  
  With the recent release of the Sony WH-1000XM6 comes a price drop on earlier models, including a hot new discount on the Sony WH-1000XM5.
  
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• I Never Knew How Much I Needed NotebookLM. Here's How I Use Google's Information Alchemist

  19-05-2025 20:37 via cnet.com
  
  Google's NotebookLM transmuted my garbled notes into something noble.
  
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• 4 Gut Healing Secrets to Stop Gas and Bloating

  19-05-2025 20:36 via cnet.com
  
  Is your gut healthy? Here's how to tell and four expert ways to heal your gut.
  
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• This wall charger replaced all of my Bluetooth trackers - and it just got cheaper

  19-05-2025 20:12 via zdnet.com
  
  The Twelve South PlugBug is a four-port wall charger that you can track in the Find My app. Thanks to Amazon's Memorial Day sale, it's 20% off.
  
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• Have an Old Smartphone? Use It as a Security Camera

  19-05-2025 20:08 via cnet.com
  
  Have an old smartphone lying around the house? Revamp it into your home's new security camera without breaking the bank.
  
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• What Dermatologists Have to Say About Using Beef Tallow for Your Skin

  19-05-2025 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  Beef tallow, or beef fat, is the latest social media trend on what to use for your skin care. We talked to dermatologists to see what they say about using it.
  
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• Best Cheap Mattresses on Amazon of 2025: Tested Picks From Our Sleep Experts

  19-05-2025 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  Looking for your next bed on Amazon? Our team of experts tested and reviewed the best cheap Amazon beds under $500.
  
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• The 11th Gen Apple iPad just reached its lowest price yet during Amazon's Memorial Day sale

  19-05-2025 19:52 via zdnet.com
  
  Apple's newest budget tablet, the 11th-generation iPad, was released this spring. Now, for the first time, it's available for $300 during Amazon's Memorial Day sale.
  
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• Buy a Samsung Odyssey G9 gaming monitor on sale and get a second screen for free

  19-05-2025 19:49 via zdnet.com
  
  Looking to upgrade your gaming or work PC setup? Samsung is selling the 49-inch Odyssey G9 for just $800, including a 27-inch Odyssey G55C for free.
  
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• Google I/O 2025: How to Watch Google's Biggest Event (and What to Expect)

  19-05-2025 19:45 via cnet.com
  
  Google's biggest event of the year will almost certainly be about all the ways AI will help you get stuff done.
  
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• Trump to Sign Bill Banning Deepfakes, Nonconsensual Images: What to Know

  19-05-2025 19:43 via cnet.com
  
  The bipartisan 'Take It Down' Act passed swiftly in both the Senate and the House, and has been championed by First Lady Melania Trump.
  
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• The 6 Groceries Smart Meal Planners Always Buy in Bulk

  19-05-2025 19:28 via cnet.com
  
  We asked experts about the best foods to stock up on to save money and trips to the supermarket.
  
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• The Apple Watch Series 10 just hit its best price ahead of Memorial Day - here's where

  19-05-2025 19:10 via zdnet.com
  
  Apple's latest smartwatch is at its lowest price once again. Snatch it up while these Memorial Day savings last.
  
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• Why remote work is still the secret sauce behind small business success

  19-05-2025 19:03 via zdnet.com
  
  According to a new survey of business leaders, a well-managed remote work program will increase the single best measure of employee productivity - results.
  
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• Why WFH isn't dead and how digital-first companies have a big AI advantage

  19-05-2025 19:02 via zdnet.com
  
  Instead of following the RTO trend, these business leaders have developed ways to implement hybrid work that keep employees happy and boost productivity.
  
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• My Favorite Laptop for Travel Weighs Less Than a MacBook Air, and It's on Sale for the First Time

  19-05-2025 19:01 via cnet.com
  
  The Asus Zenbook A14 is just 2.4 pounds and offers 24-hour battery life -- and it's on sale for Memorial Day.
  
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• Domestic abuse victim data stolen in Legal Aid hack

  19-05-2025 18:43 via bbc.com
  
  MoJ says data includes addresses, national ID numbers, criminal histories and financial details dating to 2010.
  
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• Where the cloud goes from here: 8 trends to follow and what it could all cost

  19-05-2025 18:35 via zdnet.com
  
  Gartner describes a cloud ecosystem that's smarter, greener, and more integral to business success than ever before - despite widespread dissatisfaction.
  
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• Want to Speak to Dophins? Researchers Won $100,000 AI Prize Studying Their Whistling

  19-05-2025 18:19 via cnet.com
  
  The scientists studied a bottlenose dolphin community in Sarasota, Florida, uncovering evidence of language-like communications.
  
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• UK weather forecast more accurate with Met Office supercomputer

  19-05-2025 18:05 via bbc.com
  Detailed weather forecasts and better predictions about the rain will soon be enjoyed in the UK.
  
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• I've Been Tracking Tariff Price Impacts Every Day: Here's the Latest News

  19-05-2025 18:05 via cnet.com
  
  CNET's tariff impact tracker is keeping tabs on price moves for several popular products, and while things seem steady, problems could be coming this summer.
  
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• Your Savings Deserves Better Than a Measly 0.02% APY. Here's How to Stop Settling for Less

  19-05-2025 18:00 via cnet.com
  
  The account isn't meant to fund your retirement, but it could help you earn money toward your short-term goals.
  
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• Premier League Soccer: Stream Brighton vs. Liverpool Live From Anywhere

  19-05-2025 18:00 via cnet.com
  
  The Seagulls need a home win against the champions to stay in contention for European qualification.
  
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• Is a CD a Better Place for Your Retirement Fund Than the Stock Market?

  19-05-2025 18:00 via cnet.com
  
  Thinking of moving your retirement savings from stocks to CDs? Not so fast, experts warn.
  
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