Bill Gates thinks our coronavirus tests are a ‘complete waste’ right now
For many people in the US, it’s taking several days or longer to get the results of a coronavirus test back. For that reason, Microsoft …
Andy Meek
Andy Meek is a reporter who has covered media, entertainment, and culture for over 20 years. His work has appeared in outlets including The Guardian, Forbes, and The Financial Times, and he’s written for BGR since 2015. Andy's coverage includes technology and entertainment, and he has a particular interest in all things streaming. Over the years, he’s interviewed legendary figures in entertainment and tech that range from Stan Lee to John McAfee, Peter Thiel, and Reed Hastings.
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Here’s an easy way to check how big your next stimulus check will be
Wondering how much money will be included with your new stimulus check? Good news — most people will be getting the same amount of money …
These sketchy Android apps were so obviously malicious
For the umpteenth time so far in 2020, a new batch of sketchy Android apps has been identified, with the apps seemingly having no legitimate …
Coronavirus is spreading faster in this US state than all of the others
Most of the reporting and analysis focused on the places seeing an increase in coronavirus cases in the US right now covers the usual suspects …
The CDC thinks coronavirus deaths will explode in these 9 states
Coronavirus deaths are expected to rise sharply in 9 states soon, according to new estimates from the CDC. This comes as, overall, the number of …
New stimulus checks are on the way – here’s when you can expect to get yours
A new coronavirus stimulus bill has finally been unveiled in the Republican-controlled Senate, which includes, among other things, funding for new stimulus checks. Those new …
These 4 new documentaries need to be on your watch list
August will bring a ton of new movies and TV shows for viewers to add to their must-binge list, with Netflix alone responsible for making …
Former CDC director explains how we can ‘get our lives back’
The latest coronavirus updates aren’t exactly promising. The virus’ toll in the US is only continuing to grow, and a successful vaccine is still months …
Wear your face mask, or Delta will turn the plane around
Delta Airlines, like most every air carrier now, has a requirement that passengers must wear a face mask at all times during their journey. For …
Dr. Fauci refuses to do these 2 things during the coronavirus pandemic
White House health advisor Dr. Anthony Fauci shared some coronavirus tips in a new interview. Behaviors that Dr. Fauci says he’s avoiding right now, along …
A lot more than $1,200 checks are coming in the new stimulus bill – here’s what you need to know
GOP leaders in the Republican-controlled US Senate are expected to unveil a new stimulus bill on Monday that includes a mix of benefits meant to …
Get ready for another $1,200 stimulus check in August
Trump administration officials offered a major stimulus check update over the weekend, promising among other things to unveil a new coronavirus relief bill on Monday …
Here’s what’s hot on Netflix this week
Many of the series on this week’s list of the most-watched shows on Netflix have something in common: Most of them are Netflix originals. They …
Reminiscing about ‘The Office,’ with the actor who played accountant Kevin Malone
The first thing I notice when Brian Baumgartner comes onto the line is the voice. It’s a deep, rich baritone, with the polish and self-assurance …
Dr. Fauci says this is the most important thing you can do to fight coronavirus
At this point, no one should to be told what coronavirus tips experts recommend in terms of regular behaviors that people should be practicing to …
I can’t stop thinking about this insane Netflix statistic
I’ve been using this time during the coronavirus pandemic to binge on some fantastic Netflix shows and movies, with a bent towards international fare — …
The White House coronavirus task force is worried about these 12 cities
The latest coronavirus update from White House coronavirus task force coordinator Dr. Deborah Birx is that officials are especially worried about the deteriorating coronavirus picture …
This is great news about new stimulus checks
The new stimulus check provision in the upcoming coronavirus stimulus bill looks like it will include the same language as governed the last round of …
‘Cowboys for Trump’ founder tells New Mexico residents not to wear face masks
Everybody at this point is likely aware of the common coronavirus guidelines you have to follow now when you’re out in public, like wearing a …
The guy who helped eradicate smallpox has something to say about coronavirus
On the surface, the latest coronavirus update we have continues the grim trend, with more than 15 million coronavirus cases now having been confirmed worldwide. …
New stimulus bill may be unveiled today – you’ll probably like what’s included
The new coronavirus relief package Senate Republicans have been working on this week is very likely to include funding for new stimulus check payments to …
Bombshell NYT report changes what we thought we knew about coronavirus
The probability of coronavirus reinfection is something that’s received a robust amount of news coverage since the outbreak of the pandemic, which has seen a …
‘I just don’t trust them’ – Canadian truck drivers are afraid of coming into US
The Canada-US border closure has been extended for at least another month, and may possibly stay closed beyond that as a result of the worsening …
Delta wasn’t playing around about face masks – 100+ people are already banned from flying
Delta Airlines has already put more than 100 people on its no-fly list since requiring that all passengers must wear face masks on flights as …
Get ready for another coronavirus lockdown in the US
Is a new wave of coronavirus lockdowns inevitable? One health expert thinks so, for the reason you might guess — that the US response to …
Don’t expect a new stimulus bill until August at the soonest
Republicans control the Senate, and top leaders in the party began the process this week of working out what should be included in a new …
A cheap new Netflix monthly plan is being tested, but you can’t subscribe to it
A new Netflix India monthly subscription tier is being trialed in the country, adding another low-cost monthly plan in a market where Netflix added another …
A Fox News host tried to fact-check Trump live about the coronavirus
President Trump got into a bit of a tiff over the coronavirus death rate during an interview over the weekend with Fox News Sunday. President …
Stimulus bill update: President Trump is the worst negotiator
It looks like there will be a long-awaited coronavirus stimulus bill update soon, now that congressional leaders have started negotiations over what the legislation will …
Breaking Bad fans, this new series is for you
The deeper you fall down the dusty, miscreant-filled rabbit hole of television that Vince Gilligan created over two television series for the AMC Network, you …
