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May 22, 2019
Amazon shareholders reject banning sale of facial recognition software to law enforcement

Amazon shareholders rejected two proposals to limit sales of its facial recognition technology "Rekognition" to governments and law enforcement.

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May 22, 2019
Google will comply with US restrictions on Huawei

Huawei could quickly lose its grip on the No. 2 ranking in worldwide cellphone sales after Google announced it would comply with U.S. government restrictions meant to punish the Chinese...

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May 22, 2019
18 incredible deals from Nordstrom's massive annual sale

Get insane savings on brands like Sam Edelman, Madewell, and Herschel.

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May 22, 2019
Ice T scolds Amazon after claiming he almost shot driver during delivery

Ice T wants Amazon to offer ways to identify workers dropping off packages after claiming he almost shot a driver during a delivery.

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May 22, 2019
Trade war with China could cost Apple dearly

Analysts wonder if China will ban sales or production of Apple devices in retaliation for U.S. stance on local giant Huawei. Earnings could fall 29%.

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May 22, 2019
Memorial Day is the best time to buy a mattress—these are the top deals

Memorial Day mattress sales are the standard for this holiday weekend, and you can get amazing savings on popular brands.

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May 22, 2019
Apple redesigns keyboard in new MacBook Pro and fixes troubled keys for free

Apple today announced new 13- and 15-inch MacBook Pro models. The iPhone maker will also fix some broken keyboards for free.

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May 22, 2019
Police-created smartphone app adds anti-groping feature to scare off molesters

Women are downloading the "Digi Police" smartphone app developed by Japanese police to protect themselves from gropers on packed rush-hour trains.

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May 22, 2019
Recent storm reveals ancient trees that are more than 4,500 years old

A recent storm and low-tides have re-revealed these prehistoric trees which died over 4,500 years ago. Buzz60's Mercer Morrison has the story.

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May 22, 2019
The 8 best deals and sales you can get this Wednesday

Snag a great price on incredible products at your favorite retailers.

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May 22, 2019
New York subway riders will be able to tap and pay the fare starting May 31

New York City will let riders “tap and pay” with a “contactless” credit card from Mastercard and Visa, and certain mobile devices to ride the subway.

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May 22, 2019
Perfect selfies are all over Facebook, Instagram and Snapchat. They're killing us

Selfies posted on Snapchat, Facebook and Instagram have gone from duck lips to deadly as front-facing cameras on iPhone and Android have improved.

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May 21, 2019

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May 21, 2019
Everything at ASOS is 25% off right now

Spring has sprung, and ASOS is celebrating with a 25% off sale.

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May 21, 2019
Divers discover world's biggest cave is even bigger than previously thought

A team of divers has discovered that the largest cave in the world is even bigger than anybody previously thought.

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May 21, 2019
Google takes another stab at Google Glass, updates the AR headsets for business customers

Google improved the specs on the Glass for business. The search company gave the smart glasses an updated camera and better battery life.

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May 21, 2019
Amazon Prime Day 2019 is coming—here’s everything you need to know

Mark your calendars for the Black Friday of the summer and get ready to save.

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May 21, 2019
Postal Service to test autonomous semi trucks for hauling mail across state lines

The U.S. Postal Service this month will experiment with self-driving semi-trucks transporting mail between distribution centers in Phoenix and Dallas.

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May 21, 2019
The best way to load your dishwasher, according to an expert

Say sayonara to stuck-on food.

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May 21, 2019
The 7 best deals and sales you can get this Tuesday

With Memorial Day right around the corner, online retailers are slashing prices right and left.

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May 21, 2019
Huawei sanctions: Who gets hurt in dispute?

Trump administration sanctions against Huawei have begun to bite even though their dimensions remain unclear.

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May 21, 2019
Hey Siri, turn on 'The Voice' for my Vizio TV

Watch your iPhone on any TV, without an Apple TV device? Now it can be done, via Vizio, Samsung, Sony and LG TVs. Vizio tools in beta. We tried it.

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May 21, 2019
Astronauts are 'younger' after returning from orbit, here’s why

Astronauts age a bit slower than those of us on Earth due to something called "time dilation" described by Einstein's theory of relativity.

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May 21, 2019
If facial recognition is good enough for Taylor Swift, is it good enough for you?

Facial recognition is spreading to where you live, work, shop and travel. What happens to the data? Would you trade privacy for safety?

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May 20, 2019
T-Mobile-Sprint deal clears FCC hurdle: Will you pay more for your cellular plan?

The pending $26-billion T-Mobile-Sprint merger cleared a major regulatory hurdle when the FCC gave its blessing. Will consumers embrace the union too?

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May 20, 2019
16 incredible deals from Wayfair’s huge Memorial Day sale

Get up to 70% off furniture and decor from Wayfair and their other popular brands.

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May 20, 2019
Earth's oceans could rise over 6 feet by 2100 as polar ice melts, swamping coastal cities such as NYC

Portions of many U.S. coastal cities could be lost to the sea by the end of the century because of global warming, a study says.

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May 20, 2019
'Fortnite' pro Turner 'Tfue' Tenney sues esports team FaZe Clan over 'oppressive' contract

Esports star Turner “Tfue” Tenney is suing his team FaZe Clan, saying its contract is "oppressive" and takes up to 80% of his earnings.

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May 20, 2019
'Game of Thrones' is over, and some viewers are ready to cancel HBO. Here's how to do it

With 'Game of Thrones' over, some viewers are ready to cancel their subscription to HBO. Here's how to do it.

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May 20, 2019
Graduate attempts a backflip on stage before receiving his diploma and fails

A college student attempted a backflip on stage during his graduation ceremony. He ended up falling on his neck.

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May 20, 2019
Second opinion on DJI Osmo Action, the GoPro killer

A second take on a quick review shows settings that have too many options and can't be read well in bright sunlight. But camera offers many great features.

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May 20, 2019
The best Memorial Day sales you can already get

Memorial Day is coming soon, and there are already loads of ways to save on mattresses, major appliances, fashion, tech, and more.

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May 20, 2019
T-Mobile, Sprint make concessions, FCC chairman supports $26B merger

T-Mobile and Sprint have made enough concessions that FCC chairman Ajit Pai is prepared to approve the telecom companies' $26 billion merger.

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May 20, 2019
The 8 best deals and sales you can get online this Monday

The week before Memorial Day is filled with amazing sales and discounts.

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May 20, 2019
Do jade rollers work?

Everyone's obsessed with jade rollers but do they actually do anything? We tested them to find out.

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May 20, 2019
5 things you should never buy at T.J.Maxx, HomeGoods, and Marshalls

T.J.Maxx, HomeGoods, and Marshalls all have great deals, but should you trust them all? Here are 5 things you should never buy at those stores.

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May 20, 2019
Google says services on Huawei phones still will function amid Trump restrictions

Google is assuring users of Huawei smartphones the American company's basic services will work on them following new U.S. restrictions.

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May 19, 2019
Airbnb users getting scammed with fake rentals, account closures

Some Airbnb users are being scammed with their accounts being accessed and being charged for non-refundable reservations made on their payment method.

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May 18, 2019
You can get insane savings on Staub, Instant Pot, and All-Clad products right now

Upgrade your kitchen with the Sur La Table Warehouse Sale.

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May 18, 2019
'Minecraft' Village & Pillage Launch Trailer

Video highlights from Village & Pillage, the latest update to popular video game 'Minecraft.'

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