California stimulus checks provide direct cash relief to those hit hardest by the pandemic. Sarah Tew/CNET Though a fourth stimulus check isn’t on Washington’s agenda, and enhanced federal unemployment benefits expired for millions last month, an estimated 9 million Californians are getting
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Steelers: Could Ben Roethlisberger’s replacement be in their own backyard?
The Pittsburgh Steelers need to look for Ben Roethlisberger’s replacement now more than ever. What if he’s been right under their nose this whole time? The Steelers share a facility with the Pitt Panthers, quite literally. The Panthers play their
Senate Sends Bill to Biden Ending Furlough of 3,700 Transportation Workers
WASHINGTON — The Senate met briefly on Saturday to send a bill to President Biden reviving key transportation programs that had lapsed two days earlier and bringing back nearly 4,000 furloughed workers. The rare weekend session was necessary because Congress
See Mercury up close as BepiColombo space mission beams back sweet image
Cruising past Mercury. © ESA/BepiColombo/MTM If Mars has gotten too crowded for you, what with all the rovers (and helicopters) buzzing about, why not take your vacation on Mercury? Or at least dream about it. A new image of the
Andy Reid loved Philadelphia for the most Andy Reid reason possible
Facing his former team, Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid reflects on what he loved most about coaching the Philadelphia Eagles for 14 years. Andy Reid loves cheeseburgers. But when Reid lived in Philadelphia, there was a local take
Child tax credit: 5 common problems for parents and what to do about them
Incorrect payments might be due to outdated IRS information. Sarah Tew/CNET Since the rollout of the enhanced credit over the summer, there have been headaches each month for some eligible parents. For example, a payment might not have been issued due
Packers fans furious at NFL’s ruling on controversial Davante Adams hit
SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA – SEPTEMBER 26: Davante Adams #17 of the Green Bay Packers is seen on the sideline prior to a game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi’s Stadium on September 26, 2021 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo
James-Butaev on October 30 in Las Vegas
Jamal James and Radzhab Butaev will fight for the World Boxing Association (WBA) Welterweight World title on October 30 at the Virgins Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. Premier Boxing Promotions is promoting the bout, to be broadcast by Showtime and
Trump attempts to power Twitter to permit him tweet once more
James Martin/CNET Donald Trump needs a federal court docket to make Twitter give him again his bullhorn. In a late Friday lawful filing, the ex-president asked a US district choose to grant a preliminary injunction that would restore his account
Your USPS deals get far more high-priced tomorrow, just in time for the holidays. What to know
A new USPS systemwide strategy includes slowdowns and price hikes setting up this month. Angela Lang/CNET Setting up to deliver holiday break packages this yr? You could want to spending budget a little bit far more to address the expense
Biden Throws In With Left, Leaving His Agenda in Doubt
WASHINGTON — For well over a year now, President Biden’s vaunted negotiating style largely boiled down to this: I’m with you. After he vanquished Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont in the Democratic primary, he brought the liberal icon’s ardent supporters
One Amazon Prime perk ends soon. Here’s what it means for you
Get your Prime hacks here. Angela Lang/CNET Your Prime membership is more than just free two-day shipping on some items that may take weeks from other retailers. There’s also the bonus of Prime Video and Prime Music. But some perks that may save
Amazon Astro home robot: How to preorder Amazon’s $1,000 bot, the latest Ring devices and more
Amazon announced several new additions during Tuesday’s product launch, including this new robot, Astro. Amazon/Screenshot by James Martin/CNET Amazon’s launch event this week revealed a mix of the everyday and bold. On the one hand are updates to the Echo Show 15 and Halo
The plethora of Amazon grocery delivery services that can save you time and money
The pandemic has changed how we buy food. Lots of people are switching from in-person shopping to grocery delivery. Fortunately, Amazon is meeting the demand with several grocery delivery services that could bring everything you need to your door in under two hours. Prime
Feel it or not, you can legally purchase strangers’ Amazon and Postal Company packages. Here’s how
You can acquire unclaimed packages from auctions. Sarah Tew/CNET Have you ever wondered what happens to Amazon and US Postal Assistance deals that never make it to your doorstep? Though your first guess may be porch pirates, it could be