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- The Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union says the NLRB has authorized a new election for Amazon warehouse workers in Alabama (Annie Palmer/CNBC)
- Yassir, an Algerian startup with 3M+ users that provides on-demand services such as ride-hailing and last-mile delivery, raises a $30M Series A (Tage Kene-Okafor/TechCrunch)
- Amazon launches AWS IoT RoboRunner to simplify building management apps for robot fleets and AWS Robotics Startup Accelerator for AWS credits and expert advice (Kyle Wiggers/VentureBeat)
- Citing "alleged serious breaches" of data protection laws, UK's ICO notifies Clearview AI of its provisional intention to fine the company £17M+ (Natasha Lomas/TechCrunch)
- Chegg acquires Busuu, an online language learning startup with 120M+ users across 160+ countries, for €385 million (Mike Butcher/TechCrunch)
- Documents: China's Henan province commissions a 3,000-camera surveillance system to track journalists, international students, and other "suspicious people" (Reuters)
- Analysis: Amazon has built more than 450 warehouses in the US since the end of 2019, doubling its fulfillment capacity in the country to over 930 facilities (Wall Street Journal)
- Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey resigns, CTO Parag Agrawal takes over effective immediately; Dorsey to quit the board in 2022, Salesforce's Bret Taylor to become chair (Jessica Bursztynsky/CNBC)
- Armis, which provides enterprises with IoT device security software, raises $300M at a $3.4B post-money valuation, up from $2B in February 2021 (Kyle Alspach/VentureBeat)
- Russia's Roskomnadzor regulator says it will continue slowing down Twitter on mobile, in force since March, until all content deemed illegal is deleted (Gleb Stolyarov/Reuters)
- Intel is stockpiling ~3,000 pieces of its hardware and software going back a decade in Costa Rica for security research, with plans to expand to ~6,000 in 2022 (James Rundle/Wall Street Journal)
- Australia PM Scott Morrison proposes defamation legislation that would mandate social media companies reveal the identities of anonymous trolls or face fines (Tom Lowrey/ABC)
- Q&A with Forte founder and CEO Josh Williams on Forte's $725M Series B, adding "real purpose" to speculative crypto tokens via games, potential regulation, more (Dean Takahashi/VentureBeat)
- Clearlake Capital to buy Quest Software, which makes tools for IT departments, from Francisco Partners, sources say for $5.4B including debt (Miriam Gottfried/Wall Street Journal)
- Thought Machine, which helps banks launch cloud-based services, raises a $200M Series C led by Nyca Partners at a $1B+ valuation (Natasha Lomas/TechCrunch)
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- Fauci responds to Ted Cruz's suggestion he should be prosecuted: 'I should be prosecuted? What happened on January 6, senator?'
- Trump is aiming for more a 'personal' VP selection process in 2024 and will emphasize loyalty and support of debunked election claims, report says
- The 23 best Cyber Monday clothing deals you can still shop today including up to 40% off at REI
- The 120+ best Cyber Monday deals to shop right now
- Jack Dorsey has stepped down as Twitter CEO
- Twitter market value jumps more than $4 billion on news Jack Dorsey is stepping down as CEO
- Matthew McConaughey questioned his ability to be a good governor: 'You have to administrate'
- Walmart's Cyber Monday sale is officially underway ? save big on LG 4K TVs, Beats headphones, and more (live updates)
- The 20+ best deals from Target's Cyber Monday sale, including Roku devices and Apple AirPods
- How TGI Fridays went from a singles bar to a diner in decline
- The 30+ best Cyber Monday deals under $50, including KitchenAid, Roku, and Instant Pot products
- 150+ of the best Cyber Monday deals to shop now: Target, Amazon, Walmart, and more
- Amazon's Cyber Monday sale is underway with huge deals on Apple AirPods, PS5 video games, and iRobot vacuums
- Japan, Israel, and Morocco ban all foreign travelers from entering over Omicron variant fears
- Nike's Cyber Monday sale includes steep discounts on sneakers and clothing ? here are the best deals
- Cyber Monday mattress deals are live ? get up to 50% off top brands like Casper and Tempur-Pedic
- Virgil Abloh, Off-White founder and artist director of Louis Vuitton is dead at 41. Here's a look at the life of the luxury designer.
- Bitcoin mining powers the system that oversees transactions and creates new bitcoins
- NIH director Francis Collins says there's 'reason to be pretty optimistic' vaccines will be effective against the Omicron variant
- China's air force used its latest flight near Taiwan to show off a new capability
- The 11 most exciting electric vehicles hitting the road next year, from Ford's F-150 Lightning to an ultra-sleek Cadillac SUV
- US stocks bounce back from sell-off as panic over Omicron variant eases
- 5 steps to start researching and buying stocks like the Wall Street pros
- Best Buy's Cyber Monday sale is on with huge discounts on Vizio 4K TVs, Sony headphones, and more (live updates)
- A little known altcoin called omicron is surging as the new coronavirus variant makes headlines
- Binance restarts dogecoin withdrawals following technical glitch and CEO's skirmish with Elon Musk
- Adult diaper sales in China could exceed infant diaper sales by 2025, research suggests
- 'Fox & Friends' hosts baselessly suggested that Democrats are making up new COVID-19 variants to buy them time to fix the supply-chain crisis
- Matsutake mushrooms can cost over $500 per kilogram. Here's what makes them so expensive.
- 4 GOP-controlled states are changing their unemployment laws to allow those defying COVID-19 vaccine mandates to get benefits
- GDP represents the sum total of a nation's output and income
- AMC is offering 86,000 NFTs to retail investors and movie theater rewards members who preorder Spider-Man tickets
- Moderna extends 2-day gain to 32% after it says Omicron vaccine will be ready in early 2022
- Seeking nominations for the power players in mobile esports
- Most Americans support CEOs speaking out on inequality, racism, and diversity, new survey shows
- L.L.Bean's Cyber Monday sale features 15% off its incredibly comfortable Wicked Good slippers
- Amazon has great Cyber Monday deals on its devices, including 53% off an Echo Dot bundle and 30% off the Kindle Oasis
- Silicon Valley billionaire sues New York Post for defamation over allegations that he kept a spreadsheet of 5,000 women he had sex with
- Allbirds is hosting its first Cyber Monday sale ever with 33% off its wildly popular shoes ? and they're selling out incredibly fast
- Health system leaders shared what's overhyped in healthcare
- US, UK, and Japanese aircraft carriers are training together in the Pacific. Here's how their 'big decks' stack up
- JOIN OUR FREE LIVE EVENT ON DEC 8: How small businesses can navigate the supply chain crisis
- BioNTech has already started developing a new Omicron version of its COVID-19 vaccine
- Trump was unprepared for the 2016 transition because his team didn't think they'd win the election, CIA-published book says
- Organic gardening company Back to the Roots wants to be the Scotts Miracle-Gro for millennial gardeners
- Cryptocurrencies recover from last week's sell-off as traders mull the impact of a new variant, while little-known 'omicron' coin soars
- 3 ways employers can decenter whiteness in the workplace and promote inclusivity
- Meta's acquisition of Giphy is set to be blocked by an antitrust regulator, report says
- Billionaire investor Bill Ackman says it's bullish for stocks if Omicron variant symptoms are mild
- An 81-year-old retiree took a job at her favorite restaurant after its dining room closed because of a staff shortage
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- The absolute best Black Friday deals for 2021, all in one place
- Graduate to a 70-inch Samsung TV for under $600 with this Black Friday deal at Best Buy
- 5 best free photo layout apps
- 40 gifts for the cottagecore-obsessed ? including the whimsical Selkie Puff Dress
- All the best Black Friday deals on robot vacuums
- Black Friday deal: Snag an Apple Watch Series 3 at Best Buy for just $169
- Save $100 on the latest iPad Pro during Best Buy's Black Friday sale
- Best Buy's Black Friday sale includes $500 off a MacBook Pro
- It was tough, but we found the 20 best movies on HBO Max
- Tennis star Peng Shuai is still missing. Serena Williams, Naomi Osaka, and the WTA demand answers.
- The best Black Friday air fryer deals are here, and they're great
- The people have spoken: Ford's EV truck is more desirable than Tesla's Cybertruck
- Why 'The Nightmare Before Christmas? is really a Thanksgiving movie
- Get 15 wines for under $5 per bottle with this deal
- The best Black Friday gaming deals in the UK
- Have you been waiting on buying a robo-vac? Save big this Black Friday
- Best Buy's Black Friday sale just started and there are tons of amazing deals
- The best Black Friday VPN deals in the UK
- The best Black Friday deals in the UK
- 'Wheel of Time' is an engaging but uneven fantasy epic
- How Apple TV's 'Foundation' is different from the books
- Shocked monkey in a very awkward position wins comedy wildlife photo prize
- 'King Richard' is a Will Smith showpiece, but it could have been more
- Netflix?s new sci-fi series is fine. It?s just not ?Cowboy Bebop?.
- Facebook is giving you more control over your News Feed, but it's just a test for now
- Best Buy's Black Friday sale is here ? shop all the best deals for Nov. 19
- 'The Great' Season 2 hits the limits of of its historical premise but has fun anyway
- Upgrade the sound system in your home for under $55
- Cut down on clutter with this charging dock that actually looks good on your desk
- This DIY coding kit plus app subscription makes a cool gift for a kid, and it's 76% off
- Simu Liu is very proud of his Gollum impression, bless him
- Want to upgrade your home security? Amazon just put more than 20 Blink cameras and doorbells on sale.
- Amazon's Black Friday deals are already here ? see everything that just went live
- Integrate Facebook ads into your business plan with this marketing bootcamp bundle
- This power and electrical engineering bundle is on sale for 97% off
- A guide to the best tablets out there ? for work or streaming your shows
- Bag 3 months of Audible for under Ł1 this Black Friday
- Best headphones for iPhone owners: Think outside the (AirPods) box
- Black Friday TV deals have started and these are the best sales
- Online porn is on course to change forever
- Bissell's BarkBath Dual Use is a hassle-free way to clean your beloved pet ? and your couch
- ?tick, tick...Boom!? explodes with TKE (Theater Kid Energy)
- 5 of the best 2-in-1 laptops you can get in 2021
- 'Saturday Night Live' announces December hosts Billie Eilish and Paul Rudd
- The 1619 Project's 'Born on the Water' is the book all American children need
- These are the best free dating apps and sites for singles on a budget
- The best robot vacuums for every budget
- The best portable Bluetooth speakers that can go literally anywhere
- The best workout equipment for building a home gym
- The best fitness trackers for keeping up with your goals
- Praise for the humble treadmill
- The best Black Friday toy deals to make you and your kiddo smile
- Look to sound quality and battery life when shopping for new headphones
- Best noise-canceling headphones for blocking out the outside world
- Save 22% when you upgrade to the Chromecast with Google TV
- The best tablet to buy for your kid
- Which Instant Pot should you buy? Here's a breakdown.
- The best air fryers for making crispy food faster than the oven
- These are the best robot vacuums for carpet and rugs
- The best self-emptying robot vacuums to take yet another cleaning task off your hands
- Robot vacuums are getting more affordable: These 6 are less than $200
- These are the best robot vacuums for keeping small spaces sparkling clean
- The best robot vacuums for hardwood floors
- Tile floors have met their match in these 7 robot vacuums
- Have a pet? Don't do all the cleaning yourself. Here are the best robot vacuums for pet hair.
- Start your holiday countdown with a Star Wars advent calendar on sale
- Thousands of Tesla Model X and S vehicles recalled over airbag defect
- 18 best comedies on Disney+ for when you need a laugh
- Nintendo's adorable Zelda-themed 'Game & Watch' is a perfect kid's toy for adults
- Shop budget TVs at Walmart for up to 59% off ahead of Black Friday
- These 5 laptops for under $1,000 are perfect for school or work
- HBO's 'The Gilded Age' trailer oozes historical drama
- TCL TVs and soundbars are on sale ahead of Black Friday ? save up to $500 at Amazon
- Need some new headphones? The Beats Solo Pro are 50% off.
- Snag a pair of noise-canceling Sony earbuds (with built-in Alexa) on sale
- Guillermo Del Toro's dark 'Nightmare Alley' trailer is swirling, sinister con job
- Black Friday streaming deals include $3 for 3 months of Amazon Music Unlimited and Showtime, plus more
- The most affordable self-emptying Roomba has dipped below $400
- Need more kitchen space this Thanksgiving? Grab the Oster roaster oven on sale.
- Go behind the scenes of ?Shaun of the Dead? with exclusive ?You?ve Got Red On You? excerpt
- Jennifer Lopez marries Owen Wilson in sweet 'Marry Me' trailer
- 'The Sex Lives of College Girls' is a hilarious, sexy treat
- Ed Sheeran is playing a concert inside 'Pokémon Go'. Yes, you read that right.
- The best rowing machines for working out at home
- The best running watches from all the top brands
- Lady Gaga reacts to people's unpopular opinions about singing in movies
- 'Marvel's Hit-Monkey' features one of TV's strangest and most compelling duos
- America Ferrera explains why non-election years are still important for voters
- Instagram's 'rage shake' lets you dramatically report app issues
- Stay connected and save $80 on the Echo Show 8 this Black Friday
- This is your last chance to save over 50% on the Amazon Smart Plug
- 4 ways to make hiring more accessible
- The people supplying our food deserve more than thanks this holiday season
- Shudder's claustrophobic 'Death Valley' trailer is a hectic underground monster romp
- Learn the guitar for under $10 with this course bundle
- Save an extra 30% on this password manager and VPN bundle
- This anti-snoring device is on sale for over 50% off
- Join Costco as an Executive Member and get a $30 Costco Shop Card for a limited time
- Get this cordless electric mop that polishes and scrubs at the same time for under $130
- Hulu's 'Pam and Tommy' teaser gives staggering first look at Lily James and Sebastian Stan