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• How to turn on and use AirPlay on a Mac, for screen mirroring on larger displays like a smart TV

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  It's easy to AirPlay from your Mac computer to devices within range.
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  You can turn on AirPlay on a Mac through the System Preferences app's "Displays" menu.AirPlay on a Mac is handy when giving presentations, or just sharing content on a larger display.
  You can AirPlay from your Mac to any AirPlay-compatible device, like an iPad and most smart TVs.Visit Insider's Tech Reference library for more stories.
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• The Roku Channel is now streaming original shows with stars like Chrissy Teigen and Kevin Hart - here's how to watch for free

  20-05-2021 23:39 via feedproxy.google.com
  
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  Roku has launched a lineup of free original shows on The Roku Channel.
  Shows include "Chrissy's Court" starring Chrissy Teigen, "Cup of Joe" starring Joe Jonas, and more.
  Roku Originals were originally produced for the now defunct Quibi streaming service.
  Table of Contents: Masthead StickyLess than a year after Quibi's shutdown left its catalog of over 75 shows without a home, Roku has stepped in to give Qui
  
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• Here's how much streaming subscribers are worth

  20-05-2021 23:36 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Hi and welcome to Insider Advertising for May 21. I'm senior advertising reporter Lauren Johnson, and here's what's going on:Here's how much streaming subscribers are worth.Wells Fargo's CMO exits.Keith Cartwright's ad agency.If this email was forwarded to you, sign up here for your daily insider's guide to advertising and media.Tips, comments, suggestions? Drop me a line at [email protected] or on Twitter at @LaurenJohnson.
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• Oregon will require businesses to verify vaccination before letting customers drop masks

  20-05-2021 23:31 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  People wearing masks in Lake Oswego, Oregon on April 11.
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  Oregon says businesses must ask for proof of vaccination from mask-less customers.Asking for proof of the COVID-19 vaccine could create complications for workers and business owners.
  Some businesses are worried about enforcing this rule, a spokesman for Oregon Business and Industry told the New York Times.
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  Fully vaccinated Oregonians can now go mask-less in most places. But i
  
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• Ford revealed its first-ever all-electric pickup truck, the F-150 Lightning

  20-05-2021 23:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Ford has revealed its first-ever all-electric pickup truck, the F-150 Lightning.
  The truck debuted at Ford's headquarters in Dearborn, Michigan.
  The 573-horsepower EV can tow up to 10,000 pounds and has a maximum driving range of 300 miles.
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  Ford has debuted its first all-electric pickup truck, the F-150 Lightning. The Lightning has two electric motors that make 573 horsepower. Its extended range battery has a driving range of 300 miles, and can accel
  
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• Andrew Yang said he'd create homeless shelters in NYC dedicated to domestic violence victims. They already exist.

  20-05-2021 23:17 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  New York City Democratic mayoral candidate Andrew Yang.
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  New York City Democratic mayoral candidate Andrew Yang stumbled in a Q&A on Thursday.
  Yang pitched a homeless shelter program for domestic violence survivors that already exists.
  He also blanked on a key provision that keeps NYPD disciplinary records secret.
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  At a Prospect Lefferts Gardens event on Thursday, New York City mayoral hopeful Andrew Yang raised eyebrows from
  
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• 15 of the best US hotels with standalone cabins, cottages, or villas for added space and privacy

  20-05-2021 23:11 via feedproxy.google.com
  
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  For safer travel options, look for hotels with standalone accommodations or private entrances.We found the best US hotels with cabins, villas, and cottages that promote safety and privacy.
  All are highly rated and range from $139 to $650 per night.
  Table of Contents: Masthead StickyIn response to the pandemic, many travelers are prioritizing safety and booking clean, private, and socially d
  
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• The 6 best pants hangers of 2021

  20-05-2021 23:08 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Table of Contents: Masthead StickyFrom plastic to wooden to velvet, pants hangers can add style and compactness to your closet.Our picks effectively organize your bottoms and help keep them pristine.For more clothing hacks, check out our guide on the best closet and drawer organizers.It may be easy to fold your pants and place them in your drawer, but this isn't always feasible for tight spaces. Plus, hanging pants can help keep away unwanted creases and cut down on ironing time. A good pants ha
  
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• The 6 best places to shop for bed frames in 2021

  20-05-2021 22:59 via feedproxy.google.com
  
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  A good bed frame anchors your bedroom decor and provides comfort and support while you sleep.
  We spoke to interior designers for tips on finding the best bed frame to fit your style and budget.
  These 6 retailers are where the design pros shop for bed frames.
  Table of Contents: Masthead StickyA bed frame is one of the biggest investments you'll make when furnishing your home, and finding the r
  
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• The 4 best air mattresses we tested in 2021

  20-05-2021 22:59 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Table of Contents: Masthead StickyAn air mattress is a convenient option for unexpected visits, sleepovers, and camping trips.A great air mattress is comfortable, easy to set up, and can be stored quickly.Our top pick from SoundAsleep provides great back support and comes with excellent customer service.An air mattress is a great investment for those who like to be prepared for unexpected visits, sleepovers, spontaneous trips, or even camping. It can be set up quickly and stored easily, but stil
  
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• The 4 best luggage scales of 2021 so you never get hit with unexpected baggage fees again

  20-05-2021 22:56 via feedproxy.google.com
  
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  A luggage scale is a must for any traveler, particularly on flights with strict weight limits.
  Relatively low-cost, a luggage scale can end up saving you big on extra baggage fees at the airport.With its highly accurate sensors, the Etekcity Digital Hanging Luggage Scale is our top pick.
  A luggage scale is a handy item to bring along on your travels, especially if you tend to overpack or you're facing restrictive airline policies. As many travelers find, a few
  
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• Top Arizona elections official expresses 'grave concerns' voting equipment compromised by Cyber Ninjas, tells Maricopa County to toss voting machines used in GOP 'audit'

  20-05-2021 22:51 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Maricopa County ballots cast in the 2020 general election are examined and recounted by contractors working for Florida-based company, Cyber Ninjas, Thursday, May 6, 2021 at Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Phoenix.
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  Arizona Secretary of State Katie Hobbs has told Maricopa County to decommission its voting machines.
  In a letter, Hobbs said she had "grave concerns" the equipment had been compromised by Cyber Ninjas.
  The private company took custody of the machines as part of
  
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• Rep. Louie Gohmert said his SAT score would 'shock people that think I'm the dumbest guy in Congress'

  20-05-2021 22:50 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Rep. Louie Gohmert, Republican of Texas, questions then-Attorney General William Barr during a House Judiciary Committee hearing on Capitol Hill on July 28, 2020 in Washington, DC. In his first congressional testimony in more than a year, Barr faced questions from the committee about his deployment of federal law enforcement agents to Portland, Oregon, and other cities in response to Black Lives Matter protests; his role in using federal agents to violently clear protesters from Lafayette Squar
  
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• Snap just unveiled new AR Spectacles glasses with built-in screens

  20-05-2021 22:48 via feedproxy.google.com
  
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  Snap on Thursday unveiled the fourth iteration of its Spectacles.The augmented reality glasses come with a new design, two cameras, and four microphones.
  A company spokesperson said they are not for sale and are instead for AR creators.
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  Snapchat's parent company, Snap, on Thursday introduced its next-generation Spectacles product, the company's first pair of glasses that use augmented reality.That means the wearer would be able to overlay anythin
  
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• 'Mortal Kombat' is leaving HBO Max this weekend - here's how to watch at home while it's still in theaters

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  Ludi Lin and Max Huang as "Mortal Kombat" fighters Liu Kang and Kung Lao.
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  A new film based on the hit game "Mortal Kombat" debuted in theaters and on HBO Max on April 23.
  You can stream the movie until May 24 with an HBO Max subscription.
  HBO Max costs $15 a month and it's included with most HBO cable plans.
  Max (small)"Mortal Kombat," a new film adaptation of the hit video game fra
  
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• How to remove the SIM card from your iPhone to replace it or throw it away

  20-05-2021 22:47 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  It only takes a moment to remove an iPhone's SIM card.
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  To remove the SIM card from your iPhone, all you need is a SIM card ejection tool or paperclip.
  Sticking the ejection tool into your iPhone's SIM card tray will remove the card.
  Your iPhone's SIM card holds your phone number, account information, and sometimes contacts.
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  Whether you're selling your old iPhone, trading it in for a new model, or sending it
  
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• Only about one in 28 unemployed people actually turned down jobs to stay on expanded unemployment, Fed study says

  20-05-2021 22:38 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  A customer walks by a now hiring sign at a BevMo store on April 02, 2021 in Larkspur, California.
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  Beefed-up unemployment had a "small" impact on workers looking for jobs, a new Fed paper shows.
  Labor market data show on average, just one worker out of 28 chose UI over accepting a job offer.
  The authors said the $300 weekly benefit likely affected "employers' perception of worker availability."
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  As US employers struggle to
  
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• The 9 best hotels in Denver to sip cocktails, swim in a rooftop pool, or explore the Rocky Mountains

  20-05-2021 22:37 via feedproxy.google.com
  
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  Denver is a scenic, year-round getaway, offering world-class restaurants, museums, and more.
  With easy access to nature, it also serves as a launchpad for mountain vacations all over Colorado.
  We found the best Denver hotels for all types of travelers, from $165 to $319 per night.
  Table of Contents: Masthead StickyColorado's capital city of Denver has seen dynamic growth in recent years. Whether
  
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• How heart disease created America's wine industry

  20-05-2021 22:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  In 1989, the French Paradox suggested that France's regular consumption of red wine was protecting their heart health.
  But is red wine really good for you? Cardiologist Dr. Nicole Harkin says that's a common question her patients ask.Antioxidants like resveratrol contribute to red wine's good reputation, but there's not enough resveratrol in wine to have beneficial effects.In the video above, we looked into the history of red wine and asked Dr. Harkin how the beverage can affect our health.
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• How gold is mined from electronic waste using microbes

  20-05-2021 22:24 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  A New Zealand startup is using microbes that absorb metals to extract gold from old circuit boards.
  The company's founders say their process is cleaner and safer than common e-waste-mining methods.They hope getting precious metals from e-waste will encourage countries to process the waste locally.
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• Cathie Wood’s Ark funds scooped up Tesla as the stock flirted with its lowest point of 2021

  20-05-2021 22:20 via feedproxy.google.com
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  Ark's Cathie Wood bought the dip in Tesla on Wednesday.Three of her exchange-traded funds - each of which counts Tesla as its top holding- bought shares of Tesla as the stock sank near its lowest point in 2021.Tesla has come under pressure lately amid a broader tech sell-off and recent news that Michael Burry placed a massive options bet against the stock.
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• The US is reportedly proposing a 15% global minimum tax rate on corporations

  20-05-2021 22:19 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen.
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  The New York Times reports that the US is proposing at least a 15% global minimum tax rate.
  That nonbinding rate is meant to prevent corporations from going to countries with lower taxes.
  The global minimum push comes as President Biden moves to increase corporate taxes at home.
  See more stories on Insider's business page.
  The Treasury Department has proposed at least a 15% global minimum tax rate for corporations in recen
  
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• Tech stocks lead a sharp rebound as investors look favorably upon a pandemic low in jobless claims

  20-05-2021 22:16 via feedproxy.google.com
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  US stocks finish higher Thursday after three consecutive sessions of declines.
  The Nasdaq Composite shot up by more than 1.8% after weekly jobless claims came in at another pandemic-era low.
  Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies recovered some losses after their massive sell-off in recent days.
  See more stories on Insider's business page.
  Technology shares powered higher Thursday and led advances for US stock indexes after weekly jobless claims fell to their lowest level si
  
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• Fauci said pharmaceutical companies don't lose out when drug formulas are shared with struggling nations

  20-05-2021 22:15 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Anthony Fauci said the way to prevent variants from mutating to become resistant to vaccines is to try to "get the entire world vaccinated."
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  Fauci said pharma firms can make billions of dollars while giving away drugs to developing nations.
  The pharma industry has lobbied against waiving intellectual property right on COVID-19 vaccines.
  Fauci said the US must help get the rest of the world vaccinated to stop the global pandemic.
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• The 6 best wine subscriptions we tested in 2021

  20-05-2021 22:14 via feedproxy.google.com
  
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  Online wine clubs deliver cases of wine and help you learn more about wine and develop your palate.Winc has straightforward ordering, reliable shipping, good curation, and informative resources.It's the top pick over our many years of testing and always in tune with the latest wine trends.This content is intended for readers 21+. Please drink responsibly. If you or anyone you know is dealing with alcohol abuse, get help. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Se
  
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• Snapchat's newest shoppable feature lets you browse clothing by scanning pictures of your favorite outfits

  20-05-2021 22:12 via feedproxy.google.com
  
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  Snap just just introduced Screenshop, which allows users to scan and shop their friends' outfits.
  Snapchatters scan their friends' clothing, or upload a saved photo, and can shop similar items in the app.
  Screenshop lets shoppers unlock "shopping recommendations from hundreds of brands."
  See more stories on Insider's business page.
  If you've ever lusted after your friend's wardrobe, you can now shop looks inspired by their outfits - all within Snapchat.Users to "scan" and shop outfits using
  
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• The 17 essentials you need to start camping with your truck

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  When outfitting a truck for camping, choose gear that's light, versatile, and durable enough for the road.
  Don't go overboard on what you bring and remember the less you have, the easier it is to pack at the end.
  We tested gear from brands like Camp Chef, Roofnest, and Yakima to find the best truck camping gear.
  A pickup truck has always been the original adventure rig. Even before the #vanlife movement started taking off, truck camping served as a more rugged alternative to the plush experienc
  
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• The 10 best books to understand the climate crisis, according to experts

  20-05-2021 22:04 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Educating yourself about climate change can help you evaluate your relationship with the planet.
  We talked to climate scientists Elizabeth M. Cook and Logan Brenner for their book recommendations.
  These books cover climate activism as well as how cities, food, and fashion impact global warming.Reading news about how we have less than a decade to try and prevent irreversible, devastating climate change can be daunting, especially if we want to find ways to limit our carbon footprint or get invol
  
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• Israel and Hamas agree to a cease-fire, potentially ending the bloodiest fighting the region has seen in years

  20-05-2021 22:04 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Palestinians next to the remains of a 15-story building hit by Israeli airstrikes in Gaza City on May 13.
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  Israel and Hamas on Thursday agreed to a cease-fire.
  The recent violence marked the worst violence in the region since 2014.Biden faced criticism from Democrats and human-rights groups over his approach to the bloodshed.
  See more stories on Insider's business page.
  Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas on Thursday agreed to a cease-fire, in a mov
  
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• How to finance a car purchased on Carvana

  20-05-2021 22:04 via feedproxy.google.com
  
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  Anyone purchasing a used vehicle through Carvana can apply for a pre-qualified auto loan serviced by the company.
  Carvana is able to finance anyone, regardless of credit score, though the exact terms vary.
  The company also allows buyers to bring financing from a bank or credit union of their choice.
  Table of Contents: Masthead StickyThe process of buying a car - new or used - can be incredibly stressful.
  
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• Israel says it has destroyed more than 60 miles of a vast Hamas tunnel network called the 'Metro'

  20-05-2021 21:44 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Fire and smoke rise above buildings in Gaza City after Israeli strikes, May 18, 2021.
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  The Israeli military says it has destroyed over 60 miles of Hamas tunnels in Gaza.
  These tunnels have been used to move troops, weapons, and other supplies as the militants fight.
  Israel has launched a number of tunnel-clearing operations over the years, some using ground troops.
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  The Israeli military says that in recent days it
  
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• The Fed is advancing its efforts to develop a digital currency - and says it will publish a research report this summer

  20-05-2021 21:43 via feedproxy.google.com
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  Fed Chair Jerome Powell revealed on Thursday that the central bank has taken further steps in its exploration of a digital currency.
  Powell said the Fed will release a research report this summer outlining their current thinking on digital payments.
  The Fed chief also said cryptocurrencies have not found a way to make payments convenient, blaming their volatile price swings.
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• 6 reasons why lumber prices are soaring in record-setting fashion - and why demand won't die down anytime soon, according to 2 experts

  20-05-2021 21:38 via feedproxy.google.com
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  Lumber prices have surged more than 275% since May 20, 2020.
  A recent 8-day pullback from record highs ended on Thursday with futures rising to $1,390 per thousand board feet.
  Two experts at Fastmarkets RISI explain why lumber prices have gone on a historic run, and why demand isn't going away soon.
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  Lumber prices have been on a tear over the past year, with futures rising more than 275% since May 20, 202
  
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• Stocks are king among Gen-Z and millennial investors, but meme stocks are actually of little interest

  20-05-2021 21:23 via feedproxy.google.com
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  Most Gen-Z and millennial investors don't own meme stocks, a survey conducted by Motley Fool found.
  Growth and dividend stocks are the most popular among the age groups.Retail traders began the "meme stock" trend earlier this year when GameStop shares skyrocketed.
  See more stories on Insider's business page.
  Meme stocks aren't actually that popular among Gen-Z and Millennial investors.A new survey revealed 30% of the two age groups combined
  
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• The best Amazon Prime Day 2021 deals on robot vacuums, cordless vacuums, and upright vacuums

  20-05-2021 21:21 via feedproxy.google.com
  
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  Cordless vacuums from brands like Shark and Hoover always go on sale during Prime Day.
  Connie Chen/InsiderAmazon Prime Day 2021 is expected to happen sometime in June or July and if you're in the market for a vacuum, it's a good idea to hold out until then to buy a new one. Every year, the sales event features significant deals on robot vacuums, upright vacuums, cordless stick v
  
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• Pelosi slams unvaccinated lawmakers and reiterates House mask mandate, saying she won't let Congress become 'a petri dish because of the selfishness of some'

  20-05-2021 21:21 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) leaves after holding her weekly press conference at the U.S. Capitol on May 20, 2021.
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  House Speaker Nancy Pelosi dismissed demands by some Republicans to ease the chamber's mask mandate.
  She said she has a responsibility to not let Congress become "a petri dish."
  Several GOP members this week appeared maskless on the floor, violating House rules.
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• The top 9 streaming shows of the week are ruled by sci-fi, fantasy, and superheroes

  20-05-2021 21:18 via feedproxy.google.com
  
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  Every week, Parrot Analytics provides Insider with a list of the nine most in-demand original TV shows on streaming services in the US.
  Parrot's list is ranked by how much more in demand the top series are than the average TV show in the US. Audience demand reflects the desire and engagement, or overall popularity, of a series.
  Netflix's anime series "Castlevania" is back in demand after its final season debuted last week.
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