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May 29, 2019
Don't take your smartphone to bed if you want a good night's sleep

Nearly 7 in 10 teens in a Common Sense Media study, kept their mobile device either in bed or within easy reach. And 29% sleep with the device.

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May 29, 2019
Huawei lawsuit: Chinese tech company asks court to deem US security law unconstitutional

Huawei filed a motion in U.S. court Wednesday challenging a a law limiting its sales of telecom equipment, the latest in the ongoing class.

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May 28, 2019
Malware-infested computer sells for $1.3 million

The computer is called "The Persistence of Chaos."

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May 28, 2019
Twitter is hiring a ‘Tweeter in Chief’ — here’s what the job listing calls for

Twitter is hiring a 'Tweeter in Chief' to run its @Twitter account, based on its careers page. Apply if you 'are a master in the art of Twitter.'

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May 28, 2019
Apple releases first new iPod Touch in 4 years

It's the first new model since 2015, featuring larger storage options, group FaceTime and Augmented Reality apps. The new Touch starts at $199.

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May 28, 2019
Why your next Jeep could be electric: What Fiat Chrysler-Renault merger means for you

Your next Jeep could be electric if a budding deal to combine Jeep maker Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and French automaker Renault becomes a reality.

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May 28, 2019
Video game addiction is officially considered a mental disorder, WHO says

The World Health Organization, or WHO, made video game addiction an official disorder in which recurrent gaming causes negative consequences.

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May 28, 2019
Global Payments buying Total System Services in $21.5B deal

Global Payments and Total System Services, both based in Georgia, will merge in an-all stock deal valued at $21.5 billion.

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May 28, 2019
MacKenzie Bezos is worth $35B, and she plans to give half of it away

MacKenzie Bezos, who recently divorced from Amazon founder and CEO Jeff Bezos, revealed she plans to give at least half her wealth to charity.

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May 28, 2019
Video game addiction is officially considered a mental disorder, says WHO

The World Health Organization, or WHO, has made video game addiction an official disorder in which recurrent gaming causes negative consequences.

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May 28, 2019
The 7 best deals you can get this Tuesday

Shop and save at your favorite retailers today.

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May 28, 2019
Why does my iPhone screen crack so easily and what should I do now?

Repair shops generally cheaper than Apple, unless you have an iPhone XS Max. Most stores won't repair the Max because parts are too pricey.

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May 28, 2019
Apple's Siri needs an update. Here are 7 ideas to be more competitive with Alexa and Google

Siri first introduced in 2011, but lags behind Alexa and Google Assistant in consumer surveys. After years of promises, Apple needs to get serious.

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May 27, 2019
Gaming addiction is now a disorder, according to the World Health Organization

Being addicted to video games is now considered a mental health disorder

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May 27, 2019
How I flew to Japan and am headed to Spain for free

Chase cards have best terms, but hefty yearly fees, but way more generous than specific airline cards. Marriott's card is liberal, but expires soon.

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May 27, 2019
Brothers behind JibJab see StoryBots as the heir to Sesame Street

Brothers Gregg and Evan Spiridellis sold JibJab and StoryBots in one year but will continue the children's brand as a unit of streaming giant Netflix.

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May 27, 2019
The 5 best deals you can get this Monday

The last day of the long weekend has plenty of amazing things you can get at crazy prices.

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May 27, 2019
Cutting the cord trick can save you money

Streamers give paid subscribers 30 days to watch even if you cancel on the first day. Cord cutting expert recommends doing just that and bingeing away

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May 27, 2019
The best Memorial Day deals and sales you can get this Monday

The best part of Memorial Day weekend is all the sales you can shop (and the barbecues, of course).

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May 27, 2019
Technology, telecom and cars dominate the world's 50 most valuable brands

Just more than half of the 50 most valuable brands in the world are owned by U.S. companies. Among them: Amazon, Starbucks, Walmart and AT&T.

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May 27, 2019
Cheetos lip balm, Google+ and New Coke among the 50 worst product flops of all time

Even the best companies swing and miss. Apple, Coke, Facebook, Google, Microsoft, and Netflix all have entries on the all-time worst product flops.

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May 27, 2019
Here are 5 steps China could take to hurt the US beyond more tariffs

China might take other measures beyond tariffs to strike back at the U.S. economy during the escalating trade war.

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May 26, 2019
Bud Light's message about Miller Lite and Coors Light now has limits

The company behind Bud Light will not be able to use two TV ads and two billboards regarding its light beer rivals.

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May 26, 2019
Bud Light's Super Bowl message about Miller Lite and Coors Light is now off limits

The messaging in a Super Bowl ad that accused the maker of Miller Lite and Coors Light of sweetening those beers with corn syrup is now off limits.

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May 26, 2019
Fiat Chrysler and Renault talk of linking businesses is heating up, report says

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and French automaker Renault are in talks that could result in a tie-up of their operations, the Wall Street Journal reports

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May 26, 2019
The 5 best deals you can find online this Sunday

Memorial Day weekend is rife with savings, and these are our favorite deals.

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May 26, 2019
Wealth gap in the US: These 25 counties have the widest income gaps in the nation

Some income disparity is to be expected in a capitalist society such as the US. But the gap is growing in some parts of America, especially the South.

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May 26, 2019
I don't buy wallets or go to a barber: Here's my billionaire's guide to saving money

I'm wealthy and I've always avoided expensive stuff. Here are my sometimes silly cheapskate tricks to avoid overspending

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May 25, 2019
'Virgin birth': A captive anaconda became pregnant by herself and gave birth to two babies

Anna, a female anaconda, gave birth to two babies without sexually reproducing with a male snake, Boston's New England Aquarium has announced.

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May 25, 2019
The 5 best deals you can find online this Saturday

Memorial Day weekend is rife with savings, and these are our favorite deals.

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May 25, 2019
Cut the cord and one cool savings trick

Streamers give paid subscribers 30 days to watch even if you cancel on the first day. Cord cutting expert recommends doing just that and bingeing away

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May 25, 2019
On Memorial Day weekend, return to video games you've put aside recently

Beyond remembering departed veterans, Memorial Day can also be a time to remember video games such as "Days Gone" and "Overwatch" set aside recently.

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May 25, 2019
Bargain shopping for video games, gaming accessories can pay off at dollar stores

Video game junkies can find treasures at dollar stores. The bargains include headphones, batteries, chargers, other accessories and 'Titanfall 2.'

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May 24, 2019
Why it's a good day to change your password

Protect yourself and go two-factor, and update your password.

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May 24, 2019
First American Financial exposed data in millions of mortgage documents, report says

An estimated 885 million digitized documents from mortgage deals dating back to 2003 have been exposed by First American Financial Corp, a report says.

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May 24, 2019
At Collision conference, Facebook and the rest of tech gets taken to task once again

Facebook gets more heat as conference speakers take it to task for its vast influence and inability to address such persistent problems as fake users.

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May 24, 2019
The best gas cards of 2019

Hitting the road? These cards can help you save at the pump.

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May 24, 2019
Animals are shrinking and here's why

Animals will get smaller to survive according to new study. Veuer's Elitsa Bizios reports.

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May 24, 2019
'Deepfake' videos can be generated with a single photo, research paper says

A paper written by researchers at Samsung's artificial intelligence center show how 'deepfake' footage can be created with just a single image.

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May 24, 2019
These are the best appliance deals you can get this Memorial Day

This holiday is the best time to get a new fridge, dishwasher, or other large appliance.

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