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Nexar Beam2 dash cam review: LTE convenience is offset by app glitches

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At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Alerts and automatic cloud uploads via integrated LTE Front/interior captures OBDII power adapter 1440p resolution available Cons Phone apps were problematic in testing No mass storage function or removable storage for local video offload Monthly or yearly fees to maintain cloud connectivity Our Verdict Though the ongoing LTE costs…

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Decades in the making, Chris Wilcha’s documentary ‘Flipside’ is now out on demand : NPR

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Filmmaker Chris Wilcha set out to make a number of documentaries over the years. They’ve been melded together into one, called Flipside, which is out on demand now. ARI SHAPIRO, HOST: Do you have a project or two that you started but never finished? Filmmaker Chris Wilcha certainly did – many, in fact. Well, after…

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Markets are counting on the Fed to head off recession with sizable interest rate cuts

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Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell takes a question from a reporter during a news conference following a Federal Open Market Committee meeting at the William McChesney Martin Jr. Federal Reserve Board Building on July 31, 2024 in Washington, DC.  Andrew Harnik | Getty Images In the market’s eyes, the Federal Reserve finds itself either poised…

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Remembering Freedom Singer Bernice Johnson Reagon : NPR

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DAVID BIANCULLI, HOST: This is FRESH AIR. I’m David Bianculli. (SOUNDBITE OF SONG, “AIN’T GONNA LET NOBODY TURN ME ‘ROUND”) THE FREEDOM SINGERS: (Singing) Ain’t going to let nobody, Lordy, turn me ’round, turn me ’round, turn me ’round. Ain’t going to let nobody, Lordy, turn me ’round. I’m going to keep on a-walkin’, keep…

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Paramount reports first quarter of streaming profits, plans 15% layoff and takes $6 billion charge on cable business

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Paramount Global (PARA) on Thursday reported a profit within its streaming division for the first time while its linear TV business reported a sharper slowdown than expected as the company took a nearly $6 billion write-down on the value of its cable business. On a conference call, the company also announced plans to lay off…

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Tricky Web Timing Attacks Are Getting Easier to Use—and Abuse

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Researchers have long known that they can glean hidden information about the inner workings of a website by measuring the amount of time different requests take to be fulfilled and extrapolating information—and potential weaknesses—from slight variations. Such “web timing attacks” have been described for years, but they would often be too involved for real-world attackers…

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Tim Walz’s folksy fashion sense — Carhartts and camo : NPR

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Minnesota Governor Tim Walz with President Joe Biden in Northfield, Minn., on Nov. 1, 2023. Andrew Caballero-Reynolds/AFP via Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Andrew Caballero-Reynolds/AFP via Getty Images Few fashion brands say Blue Collar America more than Carhartt. Headquartered in Dearborn, Mich., the company has been selling heavy-duty overalls, jackets, pants and shirts to…

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Economic Model of Arbitrum: A Comprehensive Overview

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Economic Model of Arbitrum: A Comprehensive Overview! In the rapidly evolving landscape of blockchain technology, Arbitrum has emerged as a significant player. As a Layer 2 scaling solution for Ethereum, Arbitrum aims to enhance the speed and reduce the cost of transactions while maintaining the security and decentralization of the Ethereum network. This article delves…

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Avast Premium Security review: Strong protection focused on PC security

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At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Top-notch antivirus protection More granular control over settings, including scan depth Streamlined, easy to navigate interface Cons Slower PCs may see a performance impact during long full scans No included VPN and password manager A couple of features are buggy Our Verdict Avast Premium Security expands the protection of…

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‘Kneecap’, a biopic about the origins of Irish hip-hop took Sundance by surprise : NPR

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SCOTT SIMON, HOST: Much work has been done over the years to try to revive an endangered language, Irish, recently from a surprising source. (SOUNDBITE OF SONG, “AMACH ANOCHT”) KNEECAP: (Rapping in Irish). SIMON: Three guys from Belfast. They call themselves Kneecap. Their brash, often profane Irish hip-hop has sparked a following at home that…

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