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Jack Dorsey pledges $1 billion of his Square stake for COVID-19 relief efforts
Twitter Inc Chief Executive Officer Jack Dorsey on Tuesday pledged $ 1 billion of his stake in Square Inc , the payments processor that he co-founded and heads, to help fund relief efforts related to the coronavirus pandemic. Reuters: Technology … Read more…
Hospitals Use LightStrike Robots to Disinfect Patient Rooms
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If you obsessed over Netflix’s ‘Love is Blind,’ put its next reality series on your radar
New Netflix series are still being added to the service, despite the coronavirus pandemic that’s shut down production on a large number of Netflix projects. The streamer has been crushing it lately on the reality show front, and a new … Read more…
Twitter’s Dorsey sets up $1B fund; consumers get some breaks
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey is setting aside $ 1 billion in stock to establish a philanthropic venture focused initially on global relief efforts for the COVID-19 pandemic ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Patients with autoimmune diseases are running out of hydroxychloroquine
Patients and doctors who routinely need hydroxychloroquine now fear people hoarding the drug will prevent them from getting it. Tech BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Tesla will slash employee pay and furlough employees
Tesla will cut pay for all of its salaried employees until the second quarter of 2020, and furlough hourly workers until May 4, when it intends to resume production of electric cars, according to an internal e-mail that employees shared … Read more…
Jack Dorsey invites you to follow along via Google Docs as he spends $1 billion on COVID-19 relief
Jack Dorsey has officially thrown his hat in the rich-person-fighting-COVID-19 ring. Dorsey, the CEO of both Twitter and Square, announced on Tuesday that he will transfer a significant portion of his equity in the latter company to an LLC. The … Read more…
Coronavirus: YouTube tightens rules after David Icke 5G interview
Videos will now be deleted if they falsely link coronavirus to 5G mobile networks. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Facebook releases couples-only messaging app
The new service claims to be a “private space” for couples but has the same data privacy policy as Facebook. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Twitter’s Jack Dorsey pledges $1B to fight coronavirus; 28% of his wealth
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey on Tuesday pledged $ 1 billion toward coronavirus relief efforts — representing 28 percent of his wealth. In a series of tweets, Dorsey said that the ten-figure sum would come out of his stake in Square, … Read more…
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‘The Walking Dead’ Spoils Major Character Return In Sneak Peek
Maggie returns in the upcoming season finale. Entertainment – Latest News, Photos And Videos BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Samsung Electronics beats first-quarter estimates, braces for bigger blow from coronavirus
Samsung Electronics Co Ltd said on Tuesday its first-quarter operating profit likely managed to rise slightly from a slump a year earlier, as solid chip sales helped cushion the blow from the coronavirus pandemic on smartphones and TVs. Reuters: Technology … Read more…
AT&T Provides Essential Connectivity during COVID-19 Crisis
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NASA’s Perseverance rover got some sweet new wheels
NASA’s Perseverance rover got some gorgeous new wheels. The wheels are different from those of the Curiosity rover, and will play a pivotal role in ensuring the robot can traverse the Martian landscape with ease. Visit BGR’s homepage for more … Read more…
Hackers’ new target during pandemic: video conference calls
As businesses, schools, churches and others turn to video conference platforms to stay connected amid the global coronavirus pandemic, many have reported being attacked by uninvited guests ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Airbnb is raising $1 billion amid fallout from coronanvirus
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Amazon is tracking warehouse workers and says it could fire them for violating social distancing rules
Amazon will warn workers, or in some cases, fire them, if they violate social distancing rules. Tech BEST DEAL UPDATE:
This toilet recognizes your butthole and uploads photos to the cloud. For science.
Stanford scientists want you to boldly go where no one has gone before. Specifically, that would be into a camera-laden toilet that scans and recognizes your analprint. According to a paper published today in the journal Nature, researchers at the … Read more…
Airbnb hosts defy lockdown laws with ‘Covid-19 retreats’
Government criticises “dangerous and irresponsible” listings of coronavirus isolation properties. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Short-form streaming app Quibi launches to rival Netflix
BBC’s technology reporter tests if Quibi’s platform with 10-minute or shorter videos could get viewers hooked. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
NASA details plans for putting base on moon
NASA’s plan to return to the moon in 2024 could be in jeopardy due to the coronavirus pandemic. Nonetheless, the space agency has put forth plans on how it will build a base on the lunar surface. The U.S. space … Read more…
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Shure’s new Aonic wireless earbuds are Beats for audiophiles
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UAE agriculture tech start-up secures $120 million investment commitment
United Arab Emirates agriculture technology start-up Pure Harvest Smart Farms has raised $ 20.6 million in fresh funding and secured commitments for a further $ 100 million, it said on Monday. Reuters: Technology News BEST DEAL UPDATE:
AT&T Believes is Bridging Portland’s Technology Gap
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How to tour the most breathtaking world landmarks during your coronavirus quarantine
As of Sunday night, almost 1.3 million confirmed cases of the COVID-19 coronavirus have been reported globally, according to the latest numbers from Johns Hopkins University. Just because most of us are quarantined and hunkering down at home to mitigate … Read more…
Anick Jesdanun, longtime AP technology writer, dies at 51
Anick Jesdanun, deputy technology editor for The Associated Press, has died in New York City of coronavirus complications ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Silicon Valley businesses who made their living from tech industry events are suddenly staring at blank calendars and layoffs
Food caterers, event planners, venue owners, DJs and others that rely on the tech industry’s parties and conferences have struggled to find work due to the coronavirus pandemic. Tech BEST DEAL UPDATE:
These ‘disease hunters’ developed a novel technique for tracking pandemics after 9/11, but lost funding right before COVID-19
Nearly two decades ago, when 9/11 spurred governments to invest in fighting bioterrorism, a group of disease experts figured out how to track pandemics using data from emergency rooms with a technique called ‘syndromic surveillance.’ Now, as the COVID-19 coronavirus … Read more…
Quibi’s tech lives up to the hype. The shows? That’s up to you.
If you have an unquenchable thirst for streamed content and a few bucks to spare each month, Quibi would like a moment of your time. An actual moment, in this case. The short-form video app is launching Monday in the … Read more…
Coronavirus: Defence firm Babcock to make 10,000 ventilators
The firm’s devices still have to pass stringent medical tests before they can be accepted. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Coronavirus: Tech firms summoned over ‘crackpot’ 5G conspiracies
Government will tell social media firms to take down posts more quickly after attacks on masts. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Google releases data that shows whether coronavirus lockdowns are working
OAKLAND, California – Alphabet Inc’s Google has published charts showing how the coronavirus has brought hard-hit Italy to a standstill, led to runs on grocery stores around the world and prompted a stark drop in going-out between Mardi Gras and … Read more…
Zoom improves security with automatic password protection and waiting rooms
After facing heavy criticism for the way it handles privacy and security, the video conferencing service Zoom is making a few very necessary updates. Beginning April 5, all meetings going forward will have automatically enabled password protection and waiting rooms. … Read more…
Google uses AI to enhance video call audio
The new system realistically fills short gaps in conversations where drops previously occurred. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Zoom boss apologises for security issues and promises fixes
The firm will freeze all new feature development to concentrate on fixing security and privacy issues. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Galaxy-exploring telescopes brought down to earth by coronavirus
SANTIAGO – Chilean telescopes that comb the skies seeking answers about some of the universe´s most fundamental questions have confirmed they, too, have fallen victim to the mass disruption brought about by the new coronavirus. Observatories dotted above the coastal … Read more…
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Adam Sandler Premieres Coronavirus Quarantine Song On ‘Tonight Show’
“I’m teaching math to my kids and that can’t be good for America,” the comedian sang. Entertainment – Latest News, Photos And Videos BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Tesla cuts contractors from California, Nevada factories: CNBC
Tesla Inc is cutting contractors from its U.S. car and battery plants, CNBC reported on Friday, citing workers and a contract staffing agency. Reuters: Technology News BEST DEAL UPDATE:
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Make sure you have one of these credit cards in your wallet for your next grocery run
While most of the US is under a quarantine or stay-at-home order of some kind right now as a result of the continued spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus, essential businesses like grocery stores are one of the few remaining places … Read more…
New phone-only Quibi aims for bite of digital entertainment
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Small businesses have ‘a million questions’ about paycheck relief loan as applications come due
As the SBA prepares to start accepting applications for payroll relief loans on Friday, business owners are confused about the program’s details. Tech BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Tesla is dismissing contractors from its California and Nevada factories, sources say
Tesla is letting go of contract workers from its U.S. car and battery plants after health orders to curb the COVID-19 pandemic forced it to wind down new vehicle production. Tech BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Big Tech drastically reverses course on coronavirus ad policies
When tech companies roll out new policies, it’s usually after long periods of meticulous internal discussion and review. Big reversals aren’t the norm. Then Covid-19 hit. As the looming threat of the coronavirus began hitting the U.S. in February, many … Read more…
Coronavirus: Garden centres switch to virtual personal shopping
Plants are being sold via livestreams, emails and social media as lockdown forces traders to close. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Zoom ‘unsuitable’ for government secrets, researchers say
The meeting app used by Cabinet has odd encryption and sends data through China, researchers say. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
New York, Connecticut want details on Zoom’s privacy practices
At least two US state attorneys have sought information from Zoom Video Communications following multiple reports that questioned the privacy and security of the videoconferencing app. Zoom’s popularity has surged as employees at businesses, schools and millions of other organizations … Read more…
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Brian Stokes Mitchell Has Coronavirus: ‘I Could Feel My Body Fighting’
The Tony-winning actor recently starred on the CBS sitcom “Fam.” Entertainment – Latest News, Photos And Videos BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Google releases location data to show if coronavirus lockdowns working in 131 countries
Alphabet Inc’s Google on Thursday published reports for 131 countries showing whether visits to shops, parks and workplaces dropped in March, when many governments issued stay-at-home orders to rein in the spread of the novel coronavirus. Reuters: Technology News BEST … Read more…
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Don’t be surprised if it takes a few months to get your coronavirus stimulus check
The Trump administration is expected to start sending out the first wave of coronavirus stimulus checks in a couple of weeks, which will provide individuals with as much as $ 1,200 and couples with up to $ 2,400 (plus $ … Read more…
Coronavirus survivor: ‘In my blood, there may be answers’
As more and more people survive the new coronavirus, hospitals want them to line up to donate some blood ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Tesla soars on delivery numbers — company delivered 88,400 vehicles in Q1
The coronavirus COVID-19 outbreak affected Tesla production in China and the U.S. Tech BEST DEAL UPDATE:
New Google site shows where people in a community are taking social distancing seriously — and where they’re not
For public health departments, this kind of data could be helpful in alerting them to the next potential COVID-19 hotspot. Tech BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Pretend you’re not in quarantine with these 7 beach livestreams from around the world
Ah, to be at the beach. The sun, kissing your face. The waves, crashing, lulling you into a mid-afternoon nap. The salt-water breeze, filling your lungs as you inhale fresh, clean, ocean air. Your only obligation? Reaching over the hammock … Read more…
Bafta Games Awards: Outer Wilds wins Best Game
Outer Wilds and Disco Elysium both win three golden masks at this year’s Bafta Games Awards. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Coronavirus threatens the next generation of smartphones
The latest smartphones might be delayed due to disrupted supply chains and shoppers staying at home. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Germany aims to launch coronavirus tracking app in weeks
BERLIN – Germany hopes to launch a smartphone app within weeks to help trace coronavirus infections after a broad political consensus emerged that adopting an approach pioneered by Singapore can be effective without invading people’s privacy. Germans are deeply suspicious … Read more…
SoftBank to abandon $3 billion deal for additional WeWork shares
Japan’s SoftBank Group Corp will not complete a $ 3 billion tender offer for additional WeWork shares agreed last year with its shareholders, a special committee of the U.S.-based shared-office operator’s board said on Wednesday. Reuters: Technology News BEST DEAL … Read more…
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NASA could turn astronaut pee into Moon bases
Scientists say astronaut pee could be a vital ingredient in building structures on the Moon. Urea, found in urine, can be used to help bind loose lunar material into more rigid shapes, potentially opening the door to semi-permanent lunar “homes” … Read more…
More evidence indicates healthy people can spread virus
More evidence is emerging that coronavirus infections are being spread by people who have no clear symptoms. The findings complicate efforts to gain control of the pandemic ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Tesla could help make lithium ion batteries for ventilators to help fight COVID-19, says ResMed CEO Mick Farrell
Amid a COVID-19 pandemic and ventilator shortage, Tesla purchased 1,000 “non-invasive ventilators” made by ResMed to donate to hospitals, explained CEO Mick Farrell. Typically, higher-end ventilators are recommended to treat patients. Tech BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Selling tech to restaurants made Toast a $5 billion start-up — a month later, the coronavirus struck
Investors were hot on Toast early in the year, banking on continuing growth from selling cloud software to restaurants. The coronavirus changed everything. Tech BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Coronavirus is not the man now dog: YTMND is back, and just in time
The pandemic profoundly alters our sense of time. Quarantine grinds lives to a halt, injecting them with untold levels of stress and acute danger. Monday bleeds into Tuesday, into Friday, into Monday again — the days losing distinction, but still … Read more…
Coronavirus: Moscow rolls out patient-tracking app
An effort is also under way to help European countries deploy virus-alert apps by mid-April. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
TSB customers hit by online banking outage
Customers complained that they had been left unable to access their accounts on Wednesday. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
The highs and lows of FaceTime dating during the coronavirus
In the pre-pandemic era, I would’ve skipped the garlic pasta before a date. Now, I skip the shower, perfume, deodorant, teeth-brushing and socks. Plus, I probably had that pasta for breakfast. About a month ago, a mentor set me up … Read more…
Siri vs. Google Assistant: 2020 quarantine edition
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‘Weird Al’ Yankovic Finally Sings A Song For Coronavirus Era On ‘The Tonight Show’
The great parodist chimed in with an original that is “sort of about social distancing.” Entertainment – Latest News, Photos And Videos BEST DEAL UPDATE:
SoftBank names Goldman alumnus Taiichi Hoshino head of investment planning department
SoftBank Group Corp said on Wednesday it has appointed former Goldman Sachs banker Taiichi Hoshino as head of a new investment planning department, as the group increases oversight of its tech bets battered by volatile markets. Reuters: Technology News BEST … Read more…
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Ancient Mars may have had received water from two major sources
Ancient Mars may have received its wealth of water from a couple of major sources, new research suggests. Studying the content of Martian meteorites that arrived on Earth revealed different hydrogen isotopes that hint at the planet’s watery history. A … Read more…
Europe’s hospitals among the best but can’t handle pandemic
Increasing numbers of European hospitals are buckling under the strain of treating tens of thousands of coronavirus patient ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
How to video chat without embarrassing yourself
Here are some tips to be better at video calls: Pay attention to your lighting, stay in frame, mute yourself when other are talking. Tech BEST DEAL UPDATE:
NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio orders investigation of Amazon’s firing of strike organizer
Amazon said it fired the employee, Christian Smalls, after he “received multiple warnings for violating social distancing guidelines.” Tech BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Marriott data breach exposes 5 million guests’ information. Again.
Marriott International has announced a massive data breach that exposed approximately 5.2 million hotel guests’ information. No, not that breach. It’s a new one this time. “At the end of February 2020, we identified that an unexpected amount of guest … Read more…
Coronavirus: 3D-printer owners rally to create NHS face masks
More than 1,000 people volunteer to help make face shields for front-line workers. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
How robots have joined the battle against coronavirus
From taking temperatures remotely to helping with hand washing, robots are helping with healthcare. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
FBI warns of hackers hijacking online Zoom meetings, classes
Even working from home isn’t safe! Hackers have been hijacking video conferences and online classrooms on the popular software Zoom, in a frightening trend emerging amid the coronavirus pandemic, the FBI warned on Monday. “The FBI has received multiple reports … Read more…
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Backstreet Boys Perform Remotely In 5-Way Video Concert From Their Homes
The boy band sang “I Want It That Way” from their respective homes as part of a coronavirus benefit concert. Entertainment – Latest News, Photos And Videos BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Spain postpones 5G spectrum auction due to coronavirus
Spain will delay a planned auction of 5G spectrum due to the coronavirus outbreak, the government said on Monday. Reuters: Technology News BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Coronavirus update: Here’s an estimate of when the worst will hit your state
The COVID-19 coronavirus is continuing to infect a growing number of Americans, with the total number of infections as of Monday night standing at more than 164,000, according to the latest numbers from Johns Hopkins University. Also, more than 3,000 … Read more…
Some Instacart, Amazon workers strike as jobs get riskier
Some Instacart and Amazon warehouse workers have walked off the job to demand greater safeguards against the coronavirus, even as both companies are speed-hiring hundreds of thousands of new workers to handle a surge in delivery orders ABC News: Technology … Read more…
California Gov. Newsom is trying to recruit thousands of new medical workers with a new Health Corps
California Gov. Gavin Newsom launched the effort to get thousands of doctors and other medical workers out in the field. Tech BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Amazon fires warehouse worker who led Staten Island strike for more coronavirus protection
Amazon said it fired Chris Smalls for ‘violating social distancing guidelines and putting the safety of others at risk.’ Tech BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Video chat app Houseparty blames ‘smear campaign’ for hacking controversy, offers $1 million bounty
You’ve heard a lot about Zoom in recent weeks as people work out how to video chat with as many people as possible while social distancing. Plenty of folks are opting for its more “fun” competitor Houseparty instead, especially as … Read more…
Coronavirus: Tech firm Bloom Energy fixes broken US ventilators
The 170 repaired machines had been in storage since the H5N1 bird flu outbreak of the mid-2000s. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Coronavirus: Start-ups use Zoom app to lay off staff
Two California-based start-ups confirm they have used the conference-call app to lay off staff. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Facebook pledges $100M to help journalists cover coronavirus pandemic
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced on Monday a $ 100 million commitment to support local news outlets, committing $ 25 million for emergency grant funding through the Facebook Journalism Project and $ 75 million in marketing to support journalists amid … Read more…
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China’s BAIC, Didi plan car leasing service amid new car sales slowdown
Chinese automaker BAIC Group and ride-hailing service provider Didi Chuxing plan to team up with other industry players to lease BAIC’s cars to customers amid concerns about ride hailing and vehicle sharing eating into car sales. Reuters: Technology News BEST … Read more…
Shopping during the coronavirus crisis: Check this website for in-stock groceries near you
Grocery shopping during the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic is one of so many mundane things we used to take for granted that’s dramatically changed. Retailers like Target and Walmart have scaled back their hours, implemented social distancing guidelines, and the products … Read more…
Microsoft divests from Israeli facial-recognition startup
Microsoft says it is pulling its investments from a controversial facial-recognition startup that scans faces at Israeli military checkpoints ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Amazon workers plan strike at Staten Island warehouse to demand coronavirus protections
JFK8 workers are walking out to demand that Amazon close the facility after an associate tested positive for the coronavirus. Tech BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Chinese e-commerce giant takes aim at rival leader Alibaba in cloud as China market heats up
JD.com, a major Chinese e-commerce company, is looking to become the technology platform of choice for U.S. customers in a cloud computing market dominated by Alibaba. Tech BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Turn off your Screen Time notifications for your own good
Let me make this incredibly clear *clears throat*: Turn off your iPhone Screen Time notifications. Go ahead, do it. It’s OK. When every day of coronavirus social distancing feels like a Tuesday on repeat, the weekly iPhone Screen Time alert … Read more…
Food wholesalers offer online orders to sell stock
After trade from business stops, food and drink wholesalers are launching online home deliveries. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Manufacturers cast doubt on ventilator target
Engineering firms say the UK may not have all the ventilators it needs when virus infections peak. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Italian engineers are harnessing snorkel masks for CPAP machines
After news spread that the Italian innovation firm Isinnova successfully saved lives by 3D printing ventilator valves for its local hospital, CEO Cristian Fracassi and engineer Alessandro Romaioli fielded all sorts of calls from around the world. Many 3D-printing companies … Read more…
What is a ventilator and why is there a shortage? (Coronavirus)
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UK broadband providers lift data caps during coronavirus crisis
Britain’s big telecoms providers have agreed to remove all data caps on fixed-line broadband services that have become a lifeline for people isolated at home during the coronavirus crisis, the government said on Sunday. Reuters: Technology News BEST DEAL UPDATE:
AT&T Supports Customers and Employees During COVID-19 Crisis
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Amex Business Platinum: Why it’s still one of the best business credit cards on the market
The next few months are going to be especially hard on business owners, many of whom are more or less helpless right now since they may not have a customer base to speak of — we’re all at home quarantining … Read more…
Whales face more fatal ship collisions as waters warm
Scientists say the largest whales face increased risk of death from ship strikes ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Catch Feelings, Not COVID: Project brings New York singles together through blind video speed-dating
Single New York millennials have started doing blind, speed dates over video calls as a way to maintain their dating lives amid the stay-at-home order put in place due to the coronavirus. Tech BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Shedding tears, negotiating refunds and Zoom weddings: Getting married in the age of coronavirus
People have had to cancel their weddings as group gatherings are banned and travel restricted, leading to job losses, and acceptance that the ideal can’t happen as planned. Tech BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Peloton Bike review: The perfect, if expensive, escape for easing coronavirus anxiety
Peloton Bike $ 2,245.00 View Product The Good Fairly compact • Effective workouts • Library comes with thousands of classes to choose from The Bad Expensive • Monthly subscription fee The Bottom Line The Peloton Bike is expensive, but it … Read more…
Coronavirus: Zoom is in everyone’s living room – how safe is it?
It may have got everyone chatting but some are talking about whether it is actually safe. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
A 3D-printed ventilator designed for Spain’s coronavirus patients
A team took a week to design an emergency-use ventilator out of 3D-printed parts BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Scientists create ‘ankle exoskeletons’ to make running easier
Humans were built to run, but that doesn’t mean that we all enjoy it. In fact, I’ll go out on a limb and say that a majority of the people reading this probably hate running and that’s okay. Even if … Read more…
Everyone needs to relax about Xbox Series X and PS5 specs
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Seth Meyers Explains Why Trump Is ‘Fundamentally Unequipped’ To Lead Now
“This is a situation everyone was worried about,” Meyers said. Entertainment – Latest News, Photos And Videos BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Singtel-backed streaming service HOOQ files for liquidation
HOOQ Digital, a video streaming service majority owned by Singapore Telecommunications Ltd, said it was filing for liquidation as it had not been able to grow sufficiently to provide sustainable returns nor cover escalating costs. Reuters: Technology News BEST DEAL … Read more…
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Coronavirus news: Watch these spring breakers’ phone signals disperse across the US
As of Thursday evening, more than 86,000 cases of the novel coronavirus have been confirmed in the US, per the latest numbers from Johns Hopkins University. That makes the US now the epicenter of what’s become a global pandemic. Early … Read more…
Not all or nothing: Anti-virus lockdowns could lift slowly
For the millions of Americans living under some form of lockdown to curb the spread of the coronavirus, not knowing when the restrictions will end is a major source of anxiety ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
How to host a Zoom call like a pro
It takes just a few minutes to get the hang of Zoom. Features like virtual backgrounds and a cleanup of your appearance can make for a fun experience. Tech BEST DEAL UPDATE:
‘They’re putting us all at risk’: What it’s like working in Amazon’s warehouses during the coronavirus outbreak
Amazon workers feel the company hasn’t done enough to protect them from catching the coronavirus while they’re on the job. Tech BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Naked man crashing school’s video call is a privacy lesson for all
Everyone is stuck inside right now, and everyone is videoconferencing. Yes, even creeps. The coronavirus and subsequent closing of schools has forced educators around the globe to turn to video chat tools like Zoom, Google Hangouts, and FaceTime in an … Read more…
Huawei P40 flagship phones launch amid Covid-19 crisis
Experts say demand outside of China is likely to be weak because of the virus pandemic and absent apps. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
The uncertain future for China’s electric car makers
China is the biggest market for electric vehicles, but the coronavirus is the latest blow to shake the industry. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Facebook gives step-by-step instructions on how to spot fake news
Get better at knowing what’s real news. With human moderators sent home due to the coronavirus, and artificial intelligence systems scrambling to replace them, Facebook is taking a small step to educate its users on how to spot fake news … Read more…
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