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• The best snow sleds

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  A proper snow sled is an entertaining (and exciting) way to spend a snow day, no matter if you're playing hooky from work or just looking to pass some time on the weekend. The best sleds should all have these three things in common: Enough surface area for one to two people to ride comfortably, a design that allows a smooth (and fast) ride, and some form of steering wheel or rope for added stability. Our top pick, the Slippery Racer Downhill Xtreme Toboggan Snow Sled, is a swift and st
  
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• Trump is threatening to destroy the stimulus deal because he feels 'abandoned' by GOP lawmakers in his quest to overturn the election

  23-12-2020 21:49 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell speaks to reporters as Senate Republican leaders hold a news conference on Capitol Hill in Washington, December 1, 2020.
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  President Trump could be threatening to veto Congress' COVID-19 stimulus bill to retaliate against GOP lawmakers who "abandoned" him in his efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 election.
  In a Tuesday night video, Trump harshly criticized the omnibus package, which includes the $900 billion stimulus and appro
  
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• There's good chance a 'Santa Claus rally' will drive the stock market higher into year-end, LPL says

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  Spencer Platt/Getty ImagesA seven-day trading period known as the "Santa Claus rally" is set to take hold of Wall Street and could push the stock market higher into year-end, according to LPL's Ryan Detrick.Based on historical data, the stock market has returned an average 1.3% and is positive 78% of the time during the seven-day window that starts on Christmas Eve and ends in early January.And if a Santa Claus rally fails to materialize, it could serve as a warning sign that further market weak
  
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• How to go live on Facebook from your computer or mobile device, and livestream to all your friends

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  You can go live on Facebook to broadcast video in real time.
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  To go live on Facebook, create a new post and tap "Live" or "Live Video."
  You don't need to be connected to Wi-Fi to go live on Facebook — you can use any internet connection, including cellular data, though using Wi-Fi may increase video quality. 
  You can select who can view your Facebook Live video, and whether you want to publish it to your profile page after the recording is completed.
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• How to show the battery percentage on your Mac computer and customize your settings to save battery

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  Displaying the battery percentage of your Mac in the top menu bar can be helpful for managing your battery power.
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  You can show the battery percentage on your Mac computer to help track exactly how much battery life you have left, and when you need to plug it in. 
  To turn on the battery percentage display, open the "Energy Saver" tab of System Preferences. 
  From the Energy Saver menu, you can also see the current health of your battery — in other words, how much of a
  
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• The owner of a Texas sports supplement company pleaded guilty to selling over $3 million in unregulated steroid-like drugs mislabeled as dietary supplements

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  The owner of a Texas-based sports supplement company pleaded guilty on Tuesday to selling drugs around the US that have not been approved by the FDA and labeling them as "dietary supplements."
  Brett Becker, 32, was the owner of Accelerated Genetix, LLC, a company that produced and sold sports and dietary supplements through various outlets.
  Selective Androgen Receptor Modules, or SARMs, are a classification of drugs that have similar properties to anabolic steroids.
  
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• The best deals and sales happening on Amazon right now⁠⁠ - get 40% off Assassin's Creed: Valhalla for PS5

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  When you buy through our links, we may earn money from our affiliate partners. Learn more.Alyssa Powell/Business InsiderAmazon regularly changes prices on its products. We'll update this list regularly with the new discounts as they crop up.Highlights include discounts on the Wyze Cam v2, Apple Watch Series 6, All-Clad skillet, and more.If you're not one already, you can sign up for a free 30-day Amazon Prime membership trial to get Prime shipping along with many other perks when shopping from A
  
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• How to get a refund from Blizzard's Battle.net gaming platform

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  Blizzard Entertainment offers refunds for Battle.net through the Support page of its website.
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  You can get a refund on Battle.net for purchases you made at its online store as long as you meet certain requirements.
  You will more than likely be able to get a refund on a game if you've purchased it within the last 3 days and haven't played it.  
  Request a refund by going to the Support page, choosing the game, and then selecting the refund option in the Payments sec
  
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• A guide to stock market indexes: What they measure and how they can guide your investing

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  A stock market index often acts as a stand-in for the overall financial markets, and even the economy.
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  Stock market indexes measure the performance of a grouping of individual, commonly themed stocks.
  Stock market indexes act as benchmarks for individual assets or investment funds' performance — or even that of the stock market overall.
  Individuals can invest in index funds that follow a particular index, or simply duplicate an index's holdings on their own.
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• Trump vetoes $741 billion defense bill over his completely unrelated spat with social media companies and against the wishes of top Republicans

  23-12-2020 21:18 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  President Donald Trump at the White House on November 26, 2020.
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  President Donald Trump on Wednesday vetoed a $741 billion defense bill, setting up a showdown with Congress.
  The bill — the National Defense Authorization Act — passed with a veto-proof majority in both chambers. 
  Trump has taken issue with the bill because it does not address his assertion that social media companies are biased against conservatives, which is unrelated to national d
  
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• How to set up an Apple Genius Bar appointment and reserve a time to receive in-person tech support

  23-12-2020 21:18 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple users can schedule a Apple Genius Bar appointment to address hardware or software issues.
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  When you set up an Apple Genius Bar appointment, you can get face-to-face tech support when it's best for your schedule.
  You can make a Genius Bar appointment by visiting support.apple.com and following the steps below.
  You can also get tech assistance by mailing your product to Apple or speaking with an Apple expert over the phone, online chat, or email.
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• 45 enterprise startups that will soar in 2021, according to venture capitalists

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  We asked a group of investors at successful venture capital firms to name the startups set for big success next year from inside and outside their portfolios.
  VC named so many enterprise startups — those that make tech for businesses — that we couldn't include them all our main list. (Read 81 startups that will boom in 2021.)
  Some of these startups are experiencing rapid growth because of the pandemic, others in spite of it.
  The result is this e
  
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• All the Marvel movies and shows you can stream on Disney Plus - from 'Iron Man' to the upcoming exclusive series 'WandaVision'

  23-12-2020 21:07 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  When you buy through our links, we may earn money from our affiliate partners. Learn more.Alyssa Powell/Business InsiderDisney Plus is the streaming home of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, including a full collection of exclusive Marvel movies and TV shows.The service costs $7 a month or $70 a year, and you can also bundle Disney Plus with Hulu and ESPN+ for $13 a month.Upcoming original Marvel titles for Disney Plus include shows like "WandaVision," "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier," and "Loki
  
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• 20 best planners for staying organized in 2021, including tips and tricks from experts

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  When you buy through our links, we may earn money from our affiliate partners. Learn more.timnewman/Getty ImagesA planner is a useful tool for staying organized and creating a view of what's upcoming in your life.Planners come in all varieties, from dated and undated, to daily, weekly, and monthly, and yearly. The best planner is a personal choice: some might like something small and undetailed, while others might like something big and densely packed. Some planners are structured with
  
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• How to add notes on Pinterest to help organize your ideas on the social media platform

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  Pinterest lets you add notes to yourself on your pins to add context to each post.
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  You can add notes to yourself on Pinterest to help you keep tabs on your ideas and interests. 
  Pinterest's new Notes to Self feature gives a discreet option for your pins.
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  Pinterest is a social media platform for people whose ideas and inspirations come at a rapid pace, allowing all of them to be saved quic
  
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• An index that tracks every US stock outside the S&P 500 more than doubled the gains of the benchmark in 2020

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  Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange shortly after the opening bell in New York, U.S., March 17, 2020.
  Lucas Jackson/ReutersThe S&P Completion Index tracks every US stock that's not included in the S&P 500. It its up nearly 33% in 2020, more than double the benchmark's 14% gain. The completion index is typically associated with small and mid-cap stocks, but until this week, it counted one very high profile company among its top constituents: Tesla. Tesla's
  
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• I fed my toddler Yumble's healthy prepared meals for a week and recommend them for busy parents who don't have time to shop and cook

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  Yumble delivers healthy microwavable meals for kids that are ready to eat in less than 2 minutes.
  Michelle Piccolo/Business InsiderWith free delivery, 20 menu options weekly, and recipes that include organic and fresh ingredients whenever possible, Yumble strives to bring healthy kids' meals into busy homes.Meals cost $5.99 to $7.99 each, depending on which plan you sign up for.On our first day testing Yum
  
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• How to add a bot to Discord to help you run and organize your chatroom

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  You can add a bot to Discord to have it automatically welcome new users, moderate content, and more.
  Discord bots are friendly AI that help manage or enhance your server.
  Discord bots are pre-made and free to download — no tech wizardry required.
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  Bots on Discord, the group messaging platform, are helpful artificial intelligence that can perform several useful tasks on your server automatically.That includes welcoming any ne
  
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• NYC authorities will go to the 'home or the hotel of every single traveler' from the UK in mandatory quarantine order, mayor says

  23-12-2020 20:37 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  New York City Mayor Bill De Blasio speaks to the media
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  New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio said in a news conference Wednesday that authorities will follow up with travelers coming into the city from the UK to ensure they are quarantining.
  The measure comes in the wake of a new and fast-spreading coronavirus strain, which some officials said might already be in the US. 
  "Specifically those coming from the UK given that particular concern, we're going to have sheriff's deputies go to
  
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• The UK is considering whether it can speed up COVID vaccination by giving everyone only one dose of the vaccine

  23-12-2020 20:36 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  A volunteer receives an injection for a potential vaccine against COVID-19 in South Africa.
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  Ex-British prime minister Tony Blair said on Wednesday that the government should give people one shot of the COVID-19 vaccine instead of two, so people can be immunized more quickly to curb the spread coronavirus.
  One dose has a 91% effectiveness rate. The second dose raises the rate to 95%.
  Professor David Salisbury, former head of Immunization at
  
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• The best OLED TVs

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  OLED TVs offer several key performance benefits over LCD TVs, making them a great fit for buyers who want the best image quality.There are several great OLED TVs currently on the market, but the LG CX presents the best balance between high-end picture and price.If you're looking for more TV recommendations, be sure to check out our continually updated roundup of the best TV deals.OLED TVs have become very popular among home theater enthusiasts, and it's easy to see why. Thanks to some key p
  
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• Dear working moms: Relax, we've already made the 2020 holidays magical enough

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  Many working moms are faced with an even longer to-do than usual during the holidays.
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  Melissa Petro is a freelance writer based in New York where she lives with her husband and two small children. 
  On Christmas in 2017, Petro says she broke down and spent the day hiding in her bedroom after weeks of planning, buying, gift-wrapping, and decorating (all on top of her work and regular mom duties) drove her to exhaustion.
  The emotional labor of the holidays can be dangero
  
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• 13 e-learning sites where you can learn to code online for free or an affordable price

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  When you buy through our links, we may earn money from our affiliate partners. Learn more.iStock; Gilbert Espinoza/Business InsiderCoding can be a valuable hard skill for workers in an increasingly digital economy.Below, you'll find 13 sites with resources for learning to code online - from MIT's free coursework to an IBM Data Science Professional Certificate - that span categories and popular programming languages such as Python and JavaScript.See more: 9 online computer science classes th
  
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• The top 9 streaming TV shows this week, from 'The Expanse' to 'The Mandalorian'

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  "The Expanse" season five
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  Every week, Parrot Analytics provides Business Insider with a list of the nine most in-demand original TV shows on streaming services in the US.
  Prime Video's "The Expanse" gained in audience demand this week after its fifth season debuted.
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  Amazon Prime Video's sci-fi epic "The Expanse" debuted its fifth season last week and the series has surged in audience demand since.Every week, Parrot Analytics
  
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• 79 gift ideas for everyone on your list - all under $100, and many still arriving by Christmas

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  When you buy through our links, we may earn money from our affiliate partners. Learn more.Hollis Johnson/Crystal Cox/Alyssa Powell/Business InsiderWith a $100 budget, you can buy anything from a smart speaker to a fun cooking class. These 70+ last-minute gift ideas cover a wide range of interests and needs, so you can find something unique and thoughtful for your loved ones. If your budget changes, here are our guides to gifts under $25 and gifts under $50. Or If you don't have a
  
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• Elizabeth Warren introduces bill that would provide free COVID testing for schools, daycares, churches, jails, and more

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  Democratic 2020 U.S. presidential candidate Senator Elizabeth Warren speaks to supporters in Monterey Park, California
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  Senator Elizabeth Warren has brought forth legislation for free mass coronavirus testing for essential workers and those incarcerated.
  The bill would also require protections for those who are hired as a result of the bill.
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  Senator Elizabeth Warren has introduced legislation that would allow teachers, students, and oth
  
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• Trump just blew up the stimulus and spending bill. What happens now?

  23-12-2020 19:38 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  President Donald Trump.
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  President Donald Trump threw a wrench into the stimulus package passed by both chambers of Congress when he tweeted a four-minute video on Tuesday night.
  Trump was expected to sign the more than $2 trillion bill that was negotiated on his behalf by Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin.
  But after Mnuchin assured Congress that Trump would sign it, Trump implicitly threatened a veto. He also appeared to confuse the roughly $900 billion relief pa
  
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• Trump advisers are 'worn out' by the president's desperate efforts to subvert democracy and 'looking forward' to the end, report says

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  White House staffers are "worn out" and just "looking forward" to the end of the chaotic final days of President Trump's presidency, The New York Times reported Wedneday.
  Trump is icing out White House staffers who aren't on board with his continued efforts to subvert and overturn the 2020 election results, turning instead to conspiracy theorists like lawyer Sidney Powell.
  On Tuesday night, Trump also threatened to blow up the omnibus coronavirus relief and government fundi
  
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• The 8 best shaving kits for all of your grooming needs - including kits with safety razors and multi-blade razors

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  When you buy through our links, we may earn money from our affiliate partners. Learn more.ShutterstockShaving kits streamline the buying process, making setting up a new shaving regimen a one-click situation. Grooming experts agree that whichever kit you choose, it's the shaving process and kit maintenance that ensures a smooth shave. Our picks for the best men's shaving kits offer both safety razor and multi-blade razor options from brands like Harry's, The Art of Shaving, and Bevel.W
  
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• Mechanical keyboard switches: A guide to the different switch options for mechanical keyboards and their uses

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  Unlike the common laptop keyboard, mechanical keyboards contain switches underneath each key.
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  Mechanical keyboard switches are the mechanisms under the keycaps on a mechanical keyboard that enable you to type faster and more precisely.
  There are three kinds of mechanical keyboard switches: linear, tactile, and clicky. 
  Linear switches are the smoothest and fastest, and are generally preferred by gamers. 
  Touch typists tend to prefer tactile switches because of
  
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• Bill de Blasio says he learned 'the value of sleep' in 2020 and notes being NYC mayor 'requires so much detail work'

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  New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio (center) waits in line to vote outside an early voting site in Brooklyn of New York, the United States, Oct. 27, 2020.
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  New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio offered reflections on what he learned about himself in 2020 when asked by reporters at a Wednesday press conference.
  "I learned the value of sleep," the mayor said.
  Local tabloids have chronicled his pre-COVID jaunts to the Park Slope YMCA in Brooklyn and his midday strolls
  
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• How the 700 mph hyperloop concept could become the fastest way to travel

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  Countries in Europe and Asia are filled with high-speed bullet trains, bringing passengers between cities within 2.5 hours.
  But the hyperloop theoretically could bring passengers from city to city in less than 45 minutes, traveling at the top speed of 760 mph.
  The concept gained popularity in 2013 when Elon Musk wrote his Hyperloop Alpha paper. And in November 2020, Virgin Hyperloop demonstrated its first passenger test ride.
  Virgin Hyperloop and Hyperloop Transportation Technologies are workin
  
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• Home startup Parachute sells more than sheets and towels - you can buy its handwoven, responsibly made rugs starting at $89

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  When you buy through our links, we may earn money from our affiliate partners. Learn more.ParachuteOnline home startup Parachute has expanded past its roots as a luxury sheets company with products ranging from bath to baby care, and now, to rugs.They're handwoven in Panipat, India, renowned for its mastery of textiles and craftsmanship. Each rug takes a few weeks to make and is made without chemicals or synthetic materials, resulting in an eco-friendly piece you can keep in your home for y
  
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• 34 brilliant questions to ask at the end of every job interview

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  Amid the coronavirus pandemic, many hiring interviews remain virtual.
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  2020 was a rollercoaster year for employment. The US has only recovered around half the jobs in lost in March and April alone, leaving lots of ground to make up in 2021.
  But economists seem optimistic that the vaccine rollout could improve opportunities in the labor market for the millions of Americans looking for work. Many job-hunters will line up virtual or in-person interviews in the process.
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• How to get BritBox on your smart TV and binge your favorite British shows

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  The BritBox app is compatible with most smart TVs.
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  You can get BritBox on your smart TV as a downloadable app on several smart TV models.
  If the app isn't available on your TV, you can subscribe to BritBox through the Amazon Prime Video or Apple TV apps.
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  BritBox, the streaming service borne of a partnership between British television networks BBC and ITV, is the place where you can go to watch classic pieces o
  
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• A Pennsylvania Republican pretended to be his dead mom to vote for Trump. The Trump campaign blasted it as a case of voter fraud.

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  President Donald Trump talks to reporters in the Oval Office.
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  Pennsylvania resident Bruce Bartman has been charged with voter fraud for allegedly pretending to be his dead mother to cast an extra vote for President Donald Trump.
  The Trump campaign flagged his mother's name in an email blast to supporters more than a month ago.
  President-elect Joe Biden ultimately won Pennsylvania by more than 80,000 votes.
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• Your ultimate guide to holiday gift ideas for 2020 - from gifts under $100, $50, and $25, to the coolest tech gifts out there

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  When you buy through our links, we may earn money from our affiliate partners. Learn more.Hollis Johnson/Crystal Cox/Samantha Lee/Alyssa Powell/Business InsiderDespite all the festive cheer and time away from work that usually come with the holiday season, it can also be a stressful time if you plan on buying gifts for everyone in your life.Every year, Insider Reviews creates dozens of gift guides to help you find the best Christmas, Hanukkah and general holiday gifts out there - for any budget,
  
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• Insider Poll: A $600 COVID-19 stimulus check is way too small, and most Americans think it should be over $1,500

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  Protesters rally demanding economic relief during the coronavirus pandemic in New York City on August 5, 2020.
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  Republicans and Democrats in Congress agreed upon a new $900 billion coronavirus relief bill on Sunday which includes sending out the second round of stimulus checks for adults, just half the amount of the first round of stimulus checks in April.
  According to Insider polling, 62% of respondents believe that the $600 checks are too little.
  Additionally,
  
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• China reportedly demanded that big Chinese tech companies like Alibaba and Tencent process stolen US data for the nation's top spies

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  China has demanded that the nation's tech companies process stolen data for Chinese intelligence agencies upon request, according to a Wednesday report from Foreign Policy.
  The outlet spoke to 36 US officials who said the arrangement represents the "commercial wing" of the Communist Party. Authorities are able to view data stolen in breaches like the 2015 attack on the US Office of Personnel Management, as well as the attacks on M
  
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• 6 tips for booking a vacation rental, and where to search if Airbnb is booked or too expensive

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  When you buy through our links, we may earn money from our affiliate partners. Learn more.AirbnbPrivate vacation rentals have grown in popularity since experts and the CDC have noted they are safer than hotel stays. As a result, inventory on Airbnb might feel quite limited, especially when booking last minute or at popular times. We break down alternative vacation rental services to consider, plus what to know before booking.Read more: Everything to know about vacation rentals, COVID-1
  
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• Today's best online deals include $60 off Jabra wireless earbuds

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  When you buy through our links, we may earn money from our affiliate partners. Learn more.LenovoEvery day, we round up the 5 best deals and bargains available on tech, home goods, fashion, and more. We've sorted this list with the best deals first. The prices and discounts are accurate at the time of publication but are subject to change without warning. For even more deals and savings across the web, check out the best online deals and sales happening now and Business Insider Coupons.
  
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• What life in 2021 will look like

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  Business Insider tapped eight leading COVID-19 experts across the US to create a best guess for what 2021 will be like.
  The good news is that life with the virus is almost certain to get better in 2021.
  But you will still need to wear a mask, social distance, and take other precautions, as it becomes safer to gather again.
  Here is Business Insider's timeline for the year ahead.
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  No one knows exactly what life will look like in
  
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• 8 coronavirus vaccine myths debunked, from microchipping to DNA changes

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  Woman holds vials labelled "COVID-19 Coronavirus Vaccine" over dry ice in this illustration taken, December 5, 2020.
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  Coronavirus conspiracy theories could keep people from getting vaccinated if left unaddressed.
  It's impossible for the vaccines to alter your DNA, make you infertile, or give you COVID-19.
  The vaccine won't be forced on people who don't want it, nor does it contain a location-tracking microchip.
  Finally, you won't be protected from COVID-19 the mom
  
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• Stop lying about the relief bill

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  House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell
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  There is a lot of nonsense being spouted about the latest COVID relief package.
  People are trying to argue that the only thing average Americans get is the $600 check, but that is not true. The package includes an array of programs that will help people most in need.
  Boosted and extended unemployment benefits will help people who are out of work, funding for schools, transit and roads will help local g
  
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• The former Blackwater guards Trump pardoned were convicted of killing 14 Iraqi civilians, including 2 children

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  An Iraqi woman walks past a burnt car on the site where Blackwater guards who were escorting US embassy officials opened fire in the western Baghdad neighbourhood of Yarmukh, September 2007.
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  President Donald Trump pardoned four men convicted over an infamous 2007 massacre of civilians in Iraq on Tuesday night.
  Blackwater guards Nicholas Slatten, Paul Slough, Evan Liberty, and Dustin Heard opened fire in a busy section of Baghdad during an incident that resulted in the un
  
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• Every region of the US suffered record-breaking extreme weather in 2020. Find yours on the map.

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  Nancy Allen and Brian Allen stand outside the house as high winds push smoke and ash from the Currowan Fire towards Nowra, New South Wales, Australia, January 4, 2020.
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  Extreme wildfires, hurricanes, heat waves, and flood-inducing storms battered all regions of the US in 2020.
  The interactive map below shows the weather events and disasters that set records this year.
  As global temperatures rise, expect to see more extreme weather across all seven continents.
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• How to set up a GoFundMe campaign and raise money for a cause of your choice

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  The set up process for a GoFundMe campaign is relatively simple.
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  You can set up a GoFundMe campaign in less than an hour, but account verification will take a couple of days.
  GoFundMe campaigns are used to raise funds for everything from creative projects to emergency help or other charitable causes.
  Visit Business Insider's Tech Reference library for more stories.
  Crowdfunding platform GoFundMe has become more commonplace on social media than ever. GoFundMe campaigns ar
  
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• Here's the main reason why Apple wants to get into the low-profit car business, according to Goldman Sachs

  23-12-2020 18:17 via feedproxy.google.com
  FILE PHOTO: VW re-starts Europe's largest car factory after coronavirus shutdown
  ReutersApple's reported interest in developing and selling its own cars raised eyebrows this week as it would catapult the high-margin iPhone maker into a historically low-margin business.Even in an optimistic scenario where Apple sells hundreds of thousands of vehicles, the earnings impact would be minimal, according to a note from Goldman Sachs.The real reason why Apple wants exposure to the car business is becau
  
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• XL Fleet jumps 68% after EV company goes public via SPAC

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  XL Fleet via Business WireShares of XL Fleet jumped as much as 68% on Wednesday during the company's second day of trading after merging with special purpose acquisition company Pivotal Investment Corporation II.XL Fleet transforms existing commercial vehicles like small trucks into electric vehicles. The company says it makes vehicles cleaner and more fuel efficient without compromising operations. Shares of XL fleet traded around $25 Wednesday afternoon after hitting an intraday high of $
  
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• WhatsApp accelerates its business focus

  23-12-2020 01:00
  
  With close to a third of the world’s population on WhatsApp, brands can’t ignore the messaging platform as a potential channel and the company is actively seeking a closer relationship with businesses.
  
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