{$inline_image}As global COVID-19 cases top two million, it’s humbling to remember that it all started when one person got infected by one wild animal. We may never find out precisely where or when it occurred, nor the animal which was responsible. But we do know that these “spillover events” are the starting points of many
Read MoreSophie Shulman / CTech: Amid the pandemic, some Israeli tech companies have cut salaries by up to 40% and many have turned to repricing stock options as a means of retaining talent — With Israeli tech companies having to cut employees’ salaries by up to 40%, many have turned to repricing stock options as a
Read MoreBuy, sell and swap almost anything in Animal Crossing through Nookazon. Animal Crossing New Horizons: How to make bells using Nookazon – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreSteve O’Hear / TechCrunch: UK government announces a £250M Future Fund, to provide up to £5M of funding to qualifying high-growth companies, so they can remain viable through the pandemic — After mounting pressure from the U.K. tech startup ecosystem, and much debate, the British government today unveiled plans for a new … UK government
Read More{$inline_image}Fifty years ago, on April 22, 1970, people around the world marked the first Earth Day. The Blue Marble: The View From Apollo 17 Source: NASA
Read MoreFifty years ago, on April 22, 1970, people around the world marked the first Earth Day. The Blue Marble: The View From Apollo 17 Source: NASA
Read MoreSimulations suggest stars can be launched into the far reaches of the Milky Way via the explosions of dying stars. The Milky Way could be exploding stars into the far reaches of the galaxy – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreGené Teare / Crunchbase News: Venture capital invested in startups worldwide in Q1 2020 is projected to be $63.8B, down from the previous quarter by 17% and down 8% YoY — Chronologically, the first quarter of 2020 began just over three months ago. But psychologically, it feels like a lifetime ago. Venture capital invested in
Read MoreFinSMEs: Parsyl, which uses an IoT supply chain data service to offer cargo insurance for shippers of perishable goods, raises $15M Series A led by GLP and Ascot Group — Parsyl, Inc., a Denver, CO-based supply chain data platform, raised 15m in Series A funding. — The round was led by GLP and Ascot Group.
Read MoreThe wheel broke nearly a year ago. How do the seasons stack up now? Game of Thrones: All seasons ranked from worst to best – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThe next episode of Some Good News proves one thing: When John Krasinski says he’s going to hold prom, he delivers. Jonas Brothers, Billie Eilish and The Office cast throw a prom to remember – CNET Source: CNet
Read MorePhoto by Vjeran Pavic / The Verge OnePlus announced the 8 and 8 Pro phones early last week, but didn’t share pricing information for India, one of its most important markets. Now we have the numbers, and the new phones could be a lot more competitive than you might have thought based on the US
Read MoreIn one of the darkest episodes yet, we go deep into the minds of our favorite characters. Plus — a surprise cameo in the weirdest of places. Westworld season 3 episode 6 recap: The Man in Black finds his purpose – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreSpoilers ahead. Final Fantasy 7 Remake: Biggest WTF questions after finishing the game – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreYou can take (almost) every fitness class you could ever want right from your living room. Best workout subscription apps for 2020: Peloton, Daily Burn and more – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreFinSMEs: Greenbits, a San Jose-based cannabis retail platform provider, raises $23M Series B led by Tiger Global Management and Casa Verde — Greenbits, a San Jose, CA-based cannabis retail platform provider, raised $23m in Series B financing. — The round was co-led by Tiger Global Management … Greenbits, a San Jose-based cannabis retail platform provider,
Read MoreA trio of far-right, pro-gun provocateurs is behind some of the largest Facebook groups calling for anti-quarantine protests around the country, offering the latest illustration that some seemingly organic demonstrations are being engineered by a network of conservative activists. Pro-gun activists using Facebook groups to push anti-quarantine protests Source: Washington Post Tech
Read MoreDolores gets the better of Serac, whose fleshed-out origin story is as dark as we can expect. And in a twist — Aaron Paul has a brush with drugs. Westworld season 3 episode 5 recap: Dolores sends the world into chaos – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreSeason 4 of the brilliant and absurd cartoon is around the corner. Created by Dan Harmon and Justin Roiland, it’s a must for your binge-watch list. 6 reasons to get into Rick and Morty before the next season – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreCommentary: Apple wisely designed the new SE to have the same appeal as the original from 2016. iPhone SE has some of the best iPhone 11 features, including wireless charging – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreHere are the best coffee makers you can buy to make delicious drip at home. Best coffee maker for 2020: Bonavita, Ninja, Oxo, Moccamaster and more compared – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreCatch a potential shooting star extravaganza. You probably don’t have anywhere else to go. Lyrid meteor shower, the best night sky show for months, is active now – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreExplore your options for high-quality beef, pork, chicken and seafood all delivered to your door. The best meat delivery services in 2020: Porter Road, Crowd Cow and more – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreIncluding no-fuss, oven-ready meal kits. The best prepared meal delivery services in 2020: Home Chef, Veestro and more – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreIllustration by Alex Castro / The Verge The Treasurer of Australia has ordered that country’s competition watchdog to create a code of conduct for Facebook and Google which would force the tech giants to pay Australian media companies for using their content, ABC News (AU) reports. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission was working on
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