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May 6, 2019
Meet T. rex's teeny-tiny cousin: 3-foot tall tyrannosaurus fossil discovered

Sure we've all seen the monstrous T-Rexes running amok in Jurassic Park and other movies. But it turns out they weren't all huge behemoths.

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May 6, 2019
The best affordable soundbar is back at its Black Friday price—for now

Finally, enjoy great sound on your TV without cranking up the volume.

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May 6, 2019
Gaia spots 3 never-before-seen asteroids with strange paths

ESA's Gaia spacecraft discovered three asteroids, totally new to astronomers, that are forging their own paths in our solar system.

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May 6, 2019
Tech Q&A: Upgrading Windows 7, Siri tricks, find out if someone blocked your number and more

Your tech questions answered. One of the big questions is hot to figure out if a Facebook friend request is the real deal or fake.

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May 6, 2019
Amid scrutiny over 737 Max, Boeing to replace 900 inspectors. And union is not happy

Boeing plans to cut about 900 inspection jobs, using technology replacements at its Seattle area factories, despite uproar over the 737 Max.

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May 6, 2019
The 8 best deals and sales you can get this Monday

Kick off your week by saving on something awesome.

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May 6, 2019
Boeing to replace 900 inspectors with technology amid increased scrutiny over 737 Max

Boeing plans to cut about 900 inspection jobs, using technology replacements at its Seattle area factories, despite uproar over the 737 Max.

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May 5, 2019
Uber, Lyft drivers plan to strike Wednesday ahead of Uber IPO

Uber and Lyft drivers are scheduled to strike Wednesday, the day before Uber's planned initial public offering.

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May 5, 2019
'Mortal Kombat 11’: Here are 5 things you don’t know about the game

'Mortal Kombat 11,' the latest entry in the popular fighting video game series, has plenty of secrets to reveal and references to previous games.

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May 5, 2019
Looking cool: A rundown of Joker combos & quick tips for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

The ringleader of Persona 5's Phantom Thieves swoops into Super Smash Bros. Ultimate to steal the show. Here's a move rundown and combo list.

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May 4, 2019
Trump attacks social media sites after James Woods, Alex Jones other extremist conservatives banned

President Donald Trump attacked social media websites after a number of conservatives and extremist figures were banned from platforms, saying that he was monitoring the situation.

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May 4, 2019
The 11 best deals and sales you can get this weekend

Shop and splurge on some amazing products this weekend.

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May 3, 2019
Facebook bans several people cited for hate speech

After years of pressure to crack down on hate and bigotry, Facebook has banned Louis Farrakhan, Alex Jones and other extremists, saying they violated its ban on “dangerous individuals.” (May...

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May 3, 2019
'The universe is a violent place:' Black hole collides with neutron star, scientists say

Forget Game of Thrones, now we may have detected a real-life "battle" going on in outer space between a black hole and a neutron star.

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May 3, 2019
The best credit cards for freelancers

If you work for yourself, moonlight for Uber, Postmates, Lyft, Taskrabbit, or other gig economy companies, these could be the right cards for you.

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May 3, 2019
‘Sonic the Hedgehog’ director promises character redesign, but changes could be costly

After the reveal of the 'Sonic the Hedgehog' movie trailer, fans had issues with the video game mascot's teeth and the filmmakers promised changes.

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May 3, 2019
German police target Darknet trafficking platform

German investigators say they've broken up one of the world's largest online criminal trafficking platforms in a joint investigation with American and Dutch authorities. (May 3)

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May 3, 2019
Mistakes you're making with your toiletry bag

Everyone makes these mistakes with their toiletry bag. Follow these tips when packing for your next trip!

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May 3, 2019
Star Wars Day: Celebrate with these apps, games and deals

Celebrate May 4th, also known as Star Wars Day, by enjoying these great apps and games, as well as great deals at local restaurants.

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May 3, 2019
These robocalls don't want to talk to you, they just want you to call back, FCC says

The Federal Communications Commission is alerting consumers of a new wave of one-ring robocalls. If you call back, you can be hit with toll charges.

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May 3, 2019
The best standing desks and standing desk converters of 2019

Our winner really stood up to the tests.

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May 3, 2019
How to make restaurant-quality tacos at home, according to food editors

Experts weigh in on how to make great tacos at home.

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May 3, 2019
The Best Standing Desks And Standing Desk Converters

Our winner really stood up to the tests.

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May 3, 2019
The 6 best credit cards that will save you the most money

If you're about to make a big purchase, these cards can help you save.

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May 3, 2019
The 8 best deals and sales you can get online this Friday

Snag an incredible deal before the weekend.

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May 3, 2019
Facebook considering its own bitcoin for payments, report says

Facebook's system would use a digital coin like bitcoin but would aim to keep the coin's value stable, averting crypto's wild fluctuations.

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May 2, 2019
The best toaster ovens

Do-it-all kitchen accessory or huge waste of counter space? We put them to the test.

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May 2, 2019
Yes, there's a total eclipse of the sun two months from today

If you've still got leftover solar eclipse fever from 2017, there's another one 'on the horizon.'

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May 2, 2019
The 16 best gifts for college graduates of 2019

These gifts say so much more than cash.

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May 2, 2019
'Mortal Kombat,' and 'Super Mario Kart' are 2019 Video Game Hall of Fame inductees

The 2019 class of World Video Game Hall of Fame inductees includes three games you probably heard of, including Solitaire, and one you might not of.

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May 2, 2019
This award-winning cooking gadget is back at its Black Friday price

If you've ever wanted to learn how to cook sous vide, this sale on the best WiFi immersion circulator, the ChefSteps Joule, is the perfect chance.

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May 2, 2019
Facebook bans Louis Farrakhan, Alex Jones, more for ‘dangerous’ behavior and hate speech

Facebook is also removing fan pages, and groups affiliated with these individuals: Paul Nehlen, Paul Joseph Watson, Laura Loomer and others.

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May 2, 2019
16 amazing things to buy at Sephora's massive weekend sale

Sephora's massive spring sale is back and we're losing it over the incredible sitewide discounts.

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May 2, 2019
The latest iPad is at its lowest price on Amazon—but not for long

— Our editors review and recommend products to help you buy the stuff you need. If you make a purchase by clicking one of our links, we may earn a...

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May 2, 2019
This Hubble wide-view image shows 265,000 galaxies going back 13.3 billion years

This new wide-view image of the distant universe by NASA and the ESA's Hubble Space Telescope shows 265,000 galaxies.

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May 2, 2019
Everyone's favorite DNA kit is on sale for an amazing price

Get this popular kit for its best price since Black Friday.

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May 2, 2019
How to get your home ready before going on vacation

Nobody wants to be worrying about home while they're on vacation. We've got 5 things to help you have peace of mind while you take some time off.

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May 2, 2019
Blue Origin's New Shepard space vehicle launches

Blue Origin's New Shepard space vehicle completed a launch and landing Thursday from a West Texas launch site carrying 38 microgravity research payloads to space. (May 2)

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May 2, 2019
Google, Samsung team up with Fiat to launch global connected vehicle 'ecosystem'

The new "ecosystem" will connect all new FCA vehicles by 2022.

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