The video game publishing juggernaut is taking necessary precautions “to safeguard the health and well-being” of its employees. Nintendo of America employee tests positive for coronavirus Source: Washington Post Tech
Read MoreA recent incident in Arizona is highlighting the divide between Waymo employees and third-party safety drivers Continue reading… Waymo drivers say they’re being discouraged from canceling robotaxi rides during coronavirus outbreak Source: New feed
Read MoreMicrosoft is removing its Linux kernel from the Windows OS image with Windows 10 20H1/2004 and instead will deliver it via Windows Update. Microsoft: WSL2's Linux kernel will be delivered to Windows 10 users via Windows Update Source: ZDNet Microsoft
Read MoreAs more and more communities shut down non-essential services, and as people begin self-quarantining in higher numbers, a lot of workers are going to be forced to stay home without pay. If you’re among the lucky who can work from home (or you’re getting paid time off), and you can still afford that cleaning person
Read MorePhoto by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge Airbnb is extending its extenuating circumstances policy to the US due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. The policy ensures guests can cancel an eligible reservation without being charged, and it is currently in effect for bookings in mainland China, Italy, and South Korea. Airbnb says for US
Read MoreThe social media site is teaming up with the United Nations Foundation. Facebook pledges million to coronavirus global relief efforts – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreLearning management system company Blackboard has enabled a self-service portal where colleges and schools can immediately subscribe to its digital collaboration platform, Blackboard Collaborate. Blackboard Provides Fast Track to Digital Class Software Subscription Source: Campus Technology
Read MoreFCC Chairman Ajit Pai said ISPs are pledging to open up free Wi-Fi, waive late fees and not to cut off customers who can’t pay their bills. Broadband and wireless carriers promise FCC to keep Americans connected during COVID-19 crisis – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThe event, usually held in Seattle near its Washington headquarters, was planned for May. Microsoft moves Build developer conference online as coronavirus spreads – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreLow-income families can potentially get two months of free internet from Comcast in response to the coronavirus outbreak. Read more… Comcast Is Offering 60 Days of Free Internet for Low-Income Families Right Now Source: Life Hacker
Read MoreMythic Quest: Raven’s Banquet isn’t just a great comedy about video games, but a strand connecting an older, weirder era of its culture to the more mainstream world of workplace comedies. Few people on the show exemplify this more than Ashly Burch, a writer on Mythic Quest who also plays Rachel, a wide-eyed game tester
Read MoreThe Italian supercar maker will shut production operations down for over a week as Italy battles the virus outbreak. Lamborghini production suspended in Italy as coronavirus spreads – Roadshow Source: CNet
Read MoreThe e-tailer reiterated its commitment to fighting climate change with renewable energy initiatives to launch worldwide. Amazon announces four new projects to make its data centers greener Source: ZDNet Microsoft
Read MorePhoto: Tyler Demogenes / Atlanta Faze The city-based Call of Duty League is shifting to a new format amid the ongoing novel coronavirus pandemic. In a statement, the league said that upcoming matches will be played online as opposed to large events hosted by cities across North America and Europe. “Call of Duty League has
Read MoreImage: The Bold Type Working from home is not new for me — in fact, it’s something I’m used to. Besides spending years as a freelancer and a contract worker for several publications, I worked for nearly 10 years at an organization where the main office (and most of the employees) were in the Boston
Read More{$inline_image} In these trying times, it can be nice to know that some problems have simple answers. If you have trouble hitting depth in your squats, sometimes you just need a little ankle flexibility. And that’s something you can work on even if you’re not at the gym. Read more… How to Improve Your Ankle
Read MoreJames Bareham / The Verge Pokémon Go creator Niantic is doing its part to keep players inside with temporary tweaks to the game that will make it easier to play without leaving home. The developer told Polygon that the team is prioritizing updates for features that make it easier to play in “individual settings” due
Read MoreWhen it comes to coronavirus news, there’s no shortage of misinformation and bad actors. If you want to learn from trusted sources, you might be worried that you’ll soon run out of your free articles for the month and then be stuck trusting a bunch of tweets. Read more… Where to Access Coronavirus News Without
Read MoreVideo games, movies, audiobooks and more, all at no cost to you. Free entertainment to help you survive Coronavirus social distancing – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreYouTube YouTube has officially phased out its Trending tab for a new section called Explore on its iOS and Android apps. Similar to Trending, the Explore page includes videos that are popular at that moment, but it also incorporates broader categories, like gaming, music, beauty, and learning. Trending will retain its own button within the
Read MoreThe automaker is also instructing all employees to work from home, save for business-critical roles. New Ford Bronco reveal likely postponed due to coronavirus – Roadshow Source: CNet
Read MoreMost models are discounted by at least $40. Best Apple Watch deals for 2020: Entire Series 5 lineup on sale at Amazon – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreCapture and download your best gaming moments. Google Stadia captures rollout, newest games and everything else you need to know – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreI can’t do it anymore. If I sing the words “happy birthday” to myself one more time as I wash my hands, I might combust. It’s actually my birthday today, and the last thing I want to hear is that song. In the video above, I found a solution. Read more… Wash Your Hands to
Read MorePediatricians say the automated Baby Brezza dispenser may produce watery bottles of formula. Baby Brezza, a 0 Formula Maker, May Pose Health Risks to Infants Source: NY Times Tech
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