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• An ancient super-Earth offers an unexpected clue that life in our galaxy could be older than scientists thought

  13-01-2021 23:59 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Artist's rendition of the hot, rocky planet in TOI-561 - one of the oldest, most metal-poor planetary systems discovered yet in the Milky Way.
  W. M. Keck Observatory/Adam Makarenko
  A super-Earth planet 280 light-years away seems to be about 10 billion years old, adding to growing evidence that rocky planets have existed almost as long as our galaxy.
  Ancient rocky planets offer further evidence that extraterrestrial life may have existed long before humans.
  Scientists may have better success loo
  
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• How to cancel a Blue Apron meal delivery subscription when you no longer need it

  13-01-2021 23:51 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  You can easily cancel Blue Apron's meal kit delivery service in a few clicks.
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  You can cancel Blue Apron from your computer with just a few clicks.
  Though Blue Apron makes it easier to pause your subscription, full cancellation is also an option from your computer.
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  Though we judged Blue Apron to be the best meal kit delivery service, you may have found a box that better fits your taste or no longer find th
  
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• Thrive Market is an online grocery store that sells organic foods at wholesale prices - here's what it's like to use

  13-01-2021 23:48 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  When you buy through our links, we may earn money from our affiliate partners. Learn more.Thrive Market/FacebookThrive Market is an online grocery store that curates the best organic, non-GMO groceries, beauty, and cleaning supplies at 25% to 50% off regular retail prices.It's membership-based ($60/year or $10/month), like a Costco for healthy versions of foods.I saved more than $100 on my first order at Thrive Market than if I were to shop at a regular grocery store.Read more: The best pla
  
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• In the wake of the 'Cyberpunk 2077' debacle, the studio's CEO apologizes: 'I and the entire leadership team are deeply sorry.'

  13-01-2021 23:42 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  CD Projekt co-founder Marcin Iwinski.
  CD Projekt REDAfter years of development, "Cyberpunk 2077," finally launched on December 10 for Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PC.
  But just one week later the game was pulled from the PlayStation digital store, and both Sony and Microsoft were forced to offer full refunds to anyone who bought the game on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One.
  Now, one month later, the co-founder of the studio behind the game issued a lengthy apology video: "The console version of 'Cyber
  
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• The best online deals happening now, including 10% off sitewide from Nest Bedding

  13-01-2021 23:41 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  When you buy through our links, we may earn money from our affiliate partners. Learn more.Alyssa Powell/Business InsiderWe rounded up the best sales and deals happening online today, with savings at Nest Bedding, Silpada, and more. Deals in this story are subject to change throughout the day. The prices listed reflect the deal at the time of publication. For even more deals and savings across the web, check out Business Insider Coupons.The best deals available right nowNo. 1 Precision Knife
  
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• Even more Trump family members are reportedly moving to Florida

  13-01-2021 23:33 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Donald Trump's adult children, from left, Ivanka, Eric, Donald Jr., and Tiffany.
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  Donald Trump Jr. and his girlfriend, Kimberly Guilfoyle, are house hunting in Jupiter, Florida, the New York Post's Jennifer Gould reported on Thursday.
  The same day, the Post's Page Six reported Tiffany Trump was searching for a property in Miami.
  They're just the latest members of the Trump family to signal a move south. In December, Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner dropped $32 million
  
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• The best Airbnbs in Hawaii

  13-01-2021 23:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  When you buy through our links, we may earn money from our affiliate partners. Learn more.AirbnbWith winter cold weather here, many travelers are daydreaming about warm and passport-free vacations like Hawaii. All travelers to Hawaii must present a negative COVID-19 test from a trusted testing partner or they will be subject to a 10-day quarantine upon arrival.  Airbnbs are an attractive option for lodging since they're safer than hotels right now, and often more affordable.Read m
  
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• National Guard troops defending the Capitol have reportedly been told to be prepared for IED threats

  13-01-2021 23:28 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Members of the U.S. National Guard arrive at the U.S. Capitol on January 12, 2021 in Washington, DC.
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  National Guard troops defending the Capitol have been briefed on the potential for additional IED threats, Politico reported Wednesday, citing Guard members.
  The briefings follow the discovery of explosives not only at the Capitol but a few blocks away at the offices of the Republican and Democratic National Committees last week.
  Improvised explosive devices
  
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• House Democrats call for accountability while Republicans call for unity and rail against 'cancel culture' in impeachment debate

  13-01-2021 23:27 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Reuters
  The House of Representatives impeached President Donald Trump on Wednesday for the "incitement of insurrection" in the wake of last week's deadly Capitol siege.
  During the House debate, Democrats argued Trump must be held accountable for provoking the violent mob, while Republicans called for "unity and healing" and defended the president's rhetoric and election lies. 
  Trump is the first president in American history to be impeached twice. His impeachment is also the most bipartisan
  
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• Parler's CEO says the app may shut down permanently after getting booted from Amazon Web Services

  13-01-2021 23:22 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Parler CEO John Matze.
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  Parler CEO John Matze said the app could never come back online, Reuters reported.
  The social-media site went offline after Amazon booted Parler from its web-hosting service. 
  "It could be never," Matze told Reuters when asked when the app would return. "We don't know yet."
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  Parler's CEO said the social-media app may never come back online.John Matze, who founded the app in 2018, told Reuters he was not sure
  
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• Parler claims in antitrust lawsuit that Amazon said it was 'definitely in this journey' with the controversial social media platform until Capitol riots

  13-01-2021 23:12 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Parler CEO John Matze.
  Fox News
  Parler claimed in a court filing Wednesday that Amazon said it was "definitely in this journey with" the social media company as it encountered abuse reports.
  Parler alleged that Amazon hadn't raised concerns about Parler's content moderation system until January 8, disputing Amazon's claims that it had issued repeated warnings since mid-November.
  Parler sued Amazon earlier this week, alleging it unlawfully broke its contract with Parler and violated antitrust la
  
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• Vuulr founder and CEO says direct-to-streaming movie releases could become standard practice and help to combat piracy

  13-01-2021 23:11 via feedproxy.google.com
  
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  As movie theater revenues drop, film studios such as Warner Bros. are looking to reach audiences through streaming platforms
  While some see streaming as a short-term fix, Ian McKee, founder and CEO of online content marketplace Vuulr, argues it could become the standard 
  A hybrid distribution model of same-day release at theaters and on streaming platforms could also help combat movie piracy
  McKee believes that movie theaters will still be relevant a
  
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• The GOP thinks one line from Trump's Jan. 6 speech will excuse the rest of it and everything else he did to incite the Capitol siege

  13-01-2021 23:10 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Rioters clash with police using big ladder trying to enter Capitol building through the front doors.
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  Only 10 House Republicans voted to impeach President Donald Trump for the second time on Wednesday, a move a week after the deadly Capitol siege that most Republicans vehemently opposed.
  The GOP lawmakers defending Trump cited one line from his January 6 speech as purported evidence that he did not provoke the Capitol siege. 
  Trump at one
  
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• The best drugstore eyeliners of 2021

  13-01-2021 23:04 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Table of Contents: Masthead StickyA drugstore eyeliner allows you to experiment with a range of formulas, shades, and brands for an inexpensive price, offering the biggest bang for your buck if applied consistently.Gel, liquid, and pencil eyeliners each serve a unique purpose, ranging from casual daytime looks to long-lasting evening glam.NYX Professional Epic Ink Liner is our sought-after favorite because of its hint of shine with each line for a highly-pigmented finish.Check out our best eyeli
  
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• Trump's 2nd impeachment is the most bipartisan in US history

  13-01-2021 23:03 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Associated Press
  The House of Representatives voted to impeach President Donald Trump on Wednesday for "incitement of insurrection" over his role in catalyzing a deadly siege of the US Capitol on January 6.
  This is the second time Trump has been impeached, and it is the most bipartisan impeachment vote in US history.
  One Republican voted to impeach Trump the first time, and five Democrats voted to impeach President Bill Clinton in the late 1990s.
  No Democrats voted to impeach President Andrew Jo
  
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• 'President Trump lost many of his supporters, including me.' Billionaire Trump donor Doug Leone blames Trump for the insurrection.

  13-01-2021 22:52 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Sequoia's Doug Leone is the latest conservative billionaire businessman to renounce his support for Trump after last week's insurrection.
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  Billionaire VC Doug Leone was once one of Trump's strongest supporters in Silicon Valley, donating over $100,000 to his 2020 reelection campaign.
  He told Insider he no longer supports the president after his role in inciting the riots on Capitol Hill last week. 
  "After last week's horrific events, President Trump lost many of his supporters,
  
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• The man standing next to Ashli Babbitt as she was shot and killed has been arrested on charges of storming the Capitol building

  13-01-2021 22:49 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Thomas Baranyi gave an interview where he showed off the blood on his hands and talked about his participation in the insurrection. A screenshot of one interview was included in the FBI affidavit supporting the charges against him.
  Department of Justice
  The FBI arrested and charged Thomas Baranyi, 28, with participating in the Capitol siege last week.
  Baranyi was seen next to Ashli Babbitt, the Air Force veteran and conspiracy theorist, as she was killed by law enforcement officers while breach
  
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• Fast-food workers at McDonald's, Wendy's and other chains will strike Friday to demand boosting the minimum wage to $15 an hour

  13-01-2021 22:49 via feedproxy.google.com
  
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  Fast-food employees will strike Friday to demand a national minimum wage of at least $15 an hour.
  The strike will take place on what would be Martin Luther King Jr's 92nd birthday.
  Strike organizer Fight for 15 is aiming to pressure the Biden-Harris administration to prioritize the wage increase to help close the wage gap among workers of color.
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  Fast-food workers in at least 15 US cities are planning to stri
  
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• Audiobooks are the most underrated form of quarantine entertainment - these are the best apps for listening

  13-01-2021 22:46 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Libby; Scribd; Audible; Alyssa Powell/InsiderAudiobooks are an underrated form of entertainment. They're an easy way to soak up information, whether you're jogging, taking a bath, or doing the dishes.I listen to audiobooks using Scribd, Libby, and Audible, as well as the audio from MasterClass classes. It's boosted my happiness by helping me stay productive without feeling burned out.Read more: The top 30 audiobooks on Audible right now, from the Obamas' memoirs to the newest installment of the
  
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• Here are the 10 Republicans who voted to impeach Trump over the Capitol siege

  13-01-2021 22:43 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Trump addresses supporters in Washington DC on January 6, 2021, ahead of an attack on the US Capitol
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  10 Republicans in the House of Representatives voted to impeach President Donald Trump after the US Capitol siege.
  On Wednesday, the House voted 232-197 to charge Trump with inciting the January 6 insurrection on the US Capitol. 
  New York Rep. John Katko became the first member of his party to publicly support impeachment, and he was closely followed by Wyoming Rep. Liz Cheney,
  
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• NBA ref explains why the James Harden step-back jumper isn't traveling

  13-01-2021 22:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The James Harden Step Back doesn't always get called a travel by NBA referees.
  Zach Zarba, a 15-year NBA referee, is here to weigh in on whether or not the move is a travel.
  He takes a hint from when the ball is gathered.
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  Following is a transcript of the video.Zach Zarba: My name is Zach Zarba and I'm a 15-year NBA referee. Some players have a controversial step-back jumper. They drive hard, then step back to create space and shoot.&
  
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• Here's what happens now that Trump has been impeached a 2nd time by the House

  13-01-2021 22:29 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  President Donald Trump.
  Reuters
  On Wednesday, the House of Representatives impeached President Donald Trump for the second time in his presidency. 
  The House passed one article against Trump for inciting an insurrection on the US Capitol on January 6. 
  Next, the Senate will hold a trial to determine whether Trump should be removed from office.
  It is unclear whether the Senate will hold a trial and vote on whether to remove Trump from his office before his term expires on January 20.
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• The best women's cashmere sweaters and where to buy them

  13-01-2021 22:28 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  When you buy through our links, we may earn money from our affiliate partners. Learn more.J.CrewWhile cashmere sweaters have traditionally been ultra-expensive, a new class of cashmere startups are offering these cozy toppers at a fraction of the costAs is the case with women's sweaters, there is no one cashmere sweater that is the best overall. That said, there are a handful of brands offering up cashmere that are worth noting. Our favorite places to shop for cashmere sweaters include Ever
  
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• Subscriptions overtake ad revenue as APAC’s online video market surpasses $30bn

  13-01-2021 01:00
  
  The worth of Asia’s online video market exceeded $30 billion for the first time in 2020, new research shows, as revenue from paid subscriptions overtook ad revenue, again for the first time.
  
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• State of streaming: Twitch up 83% in 2020

  13-01-2021 01:00
  
  Video game streaming might feel like quite a new medium, but the numbers are already colossal, according to new data from StreamElements, a streaming platform tools company, and measurement firm Arsenal.gg.
  
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• OpenAP adds tech to increase more targeted ads and automation

  13-01-2021 01:00
  
  TV network group OpenAP is to introduce technology that will give advertisers a digital-style view of available slots.
  
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• How to target the 'moveable middle' 

  13-01-2021 01:00
  
  Consumers in the “moveable middle” – those who are neither very likely nor very unlikely to buy – are as many as five times more responsive to a brand’s advertising, research shows.
  
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• ASCI reaffirms principles of advertising fairness

  13-01-2021 01:00
  
  Following a legal battle between Hindustan Unilever Limited and German skincare brand Sebamed, the Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI) has reminded advertisers of the need for any comparative advertisements to be “factual and capable of...
  
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• ASCI reaffirms principles of advertising fairnes

  13-01-2021 01:00
  
  Following a legal battle between Hindustan Unilever Limited and German skincare brand Sebamed, the Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI) has reminded advertisers of the need for any comparative advertisements to be “factual and capable of...
  
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