The DC protests attacked one final American bedrock on Trump’s behalf
The nation was transfixed on Wednesday by the dramatic and unsettling scenes of Washington DC protests and mob-like behavior that occurred, disrupting Congress’ process of …
Andy Meek is a reporter based in Memphis 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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Can you get COVID twice? You might be surprised by the answer
The latest coronavirus update for the US for Wednesday shows that the US has now surpassed more than 359,000 deaths from COVID-19 since the start …
There’s a legitimate loophole some people are using to get their COVID vaccine early
The pace of the coronavirus vaccine rollout has been abysmally slow so far, such that federal officials have begun pressing states to just give out …
Some of your stimulus checks might be delayed for a stupid reason
The IRS and Treasury Department only have a little more than a week left to finish sending out a new stimulus check to millions of …
Tile is reportedly launching a new tracker to rival Apple’s AirTags
A new Tile tracker that supports ultra-wideband technology is expected to be launched by Tile later this year, offering another lost item tracker to help …
COVID-19 is taking an unimaginable toll on Los Angeles
Los Angeles COVID cases have spread to such a degree that the area is not only running out of hospital beds — it’s also now …
Please read this important update about the UK’s scary COVID strain
In a coronavirus update shared this week by a member of President-elect Joe Biden’s COVID-19 advisory board, the US was warned that new coronavirus strains …
Check this IRS website to see when your stimulus check will arrive
Americans can now track the status of their new stimulus check and its estimated arrival with the Get My Payment online tool from the IRS. …
Everybody is partying in Wuhan while COVID is still ravaging the world
Wuhan, China, is the place where the global COVID-19 pandemic originated — and yet, the virus has been held at bay to such a degree …
This might be the first wearable from OnePlus
The OnePlus Band will apparently be the first foray into the wearables market from China-based OnePlus, based on leaks and details about a new fitness …
Apple’s entire iPhone 13 lineup might get a massive camera upgrade
The iPhone 13 leaks are already piling up even though the new year has barely begun, with the latest report suggesting that Apple is giving …
Scary new COVID-19 strain from the UK has now been found in 3 US states
The first coronavirus update we have for 2021 is another reminder that the pandemic is continuing to worsen in the US. More than 2,600 Americans …
People are using these scams to go after your stimulus check money
Now that the federal government has begun the process of sending millions of Americans a new stimulus check for $600, scammers are out in force …
One of my favorite Apple services is expanding at the perfect time
The New York City metro system has announced that it now accepts contactless payment solutions like Apple Pay. This announcement means that every bus, subway …
Netflix had a truly stellar December
Bridgerton, Shondaland’s first show as part of a production pact with Netflix, is among the most-watched shows on Netflix right now. The Queen’s Gambit and …
The TV shows and movies that got me through 2020
The coronavirus pandemic made the consumption of pop culture and the task of figuring out what to watch on the growing plethora of streaming services …
Dr. Fauci finally said it – COVID vaccines might be mandatory for some people
White House health advisor Dr. Anthony Fauci thinks there are some specific circumstances in which certain people will be required to get the coronavirus vaccine. …
Conservatives are screaming at the GOP to pass $2,000 stimulus checks
The IRS and US Treasury have started sending millions of Americans a new stimulus check for $600 (or $1,200 for married couples). It remains to …
This Comcast news makes me so glad I ditched cable TV for good
Customers of cable TV and internet service providers are, unfortunately, going to see 2021 greet them with companies like Comcast raising prices. Comcast raising prices …
Apple TV+ had a fantastic 2020, and 2021 is already looking strong
Apple TV+ is only a little over a year old now, but the series enjoyed a productive 2020 — greenlighting and debuting some 42 new …
COVID cases are surging in some obvious places that ought to be closed
Coronavirus cases are surging around the US, leading public health experts like Dr. Anthony Fauci to warn that the country is in store for a …
You don’t have to guess when your new stimulus check will arrive – here’s how to find out
Millions of Americans are getting a new stimulus check for $600, the disbursement process for which is underway now. Most of the new stimulus checks …
Dr. Fauci said something about America’s coronavirus outbreaks that no one wants to hear
With the surge in the number of coronavirus cases the US is seeing at the moment, White House health advisor Dr. Anthony Fauci has been …
Here’s an easy way to find out how big your new stimulus check will be
The federal government has begun the process of sending millions of Americans a new stimulus check for $600, or $1,200 for married couples. The new …
A new drug in the works might provide coronavirus immunity
Development of a potential new coronavirus treatment is underway in Britain, where researchers are trying to put together a dose of antibodies that would provide …
This video of Boston Dynamics robots dancing is so incredible
Boston Dynamics has released a new video of its robots’ impressive capabilities — this time, showing off their dance moves. The new video released by …
$600 stimulus checks will start showing up in some people’s bank accounts tonight
Some Americans may start to see their new stimulus check for $600 hit their bank accounts as soon as tonight. That’s according to Treasury Secretary …
Google Assistant has a new skill – it can sing you a cheesy ‘New Year song’
The Google Assistant can now sing a festive “New Year song” to users who ask for a tune to celebrate the arrival of 2021. “Sing …
Dr. Fauci shares new health update after getting a coronavirus vaccine
White House health advisor Dr. Anthony Fauci says he still feels great following his first of two jabs of Moderna’s coronavirus vaccine. Initially, Dr. Fauci …
Dr. Fauci says stop doing these 5 things to avoid catching COVID-19
Coronavirus cases are skyrocketing across the US right now, with the total number of cases since the pandemic began topping 19.4 million through Tuesday morning. …
