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Apple's May 7 iPad event: Last-minute predictions on what to expect

On May 7, Apple will hold its first official Apple Event of the year. Which new products will the Cupertino-based company have in store for its users?

Brand new iPad models and iPad accessories like an all-new Apple Pencil, based on the roundup of leaks and rumors we've collected about the event.

Apple is calling the event, dubbed "Let Loose," a "different kind of Apple event," but it's unclear what it means by that.

Apple events typically occur within specific time frames, such as June for...

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Heather Dinich

Ex-coach Riley joins CFP selection committee

Mike Riley, the former head coach at Oregon State and Nebraska, is replacing Pat Chun on the College Football Playoff selection committee.

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David Purdum

Sources: NBA, books in talks after Porter scandal

In the aftermath of the Jontay Porter betting scandal, the NBA and its partner sportsbooks are discussing changes to betting menus to combat similar occurrences in the future, according to multiple sources.

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Clark's home debut moved up due to Pacers win

Caitlin Clark will make her preseason home debut one day earlier than initially scheduled because the Pacers moved on to the Eastern Conference semifinals.

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Dave McMenamin

Lakers fire Ham after 2 postseason appearances

Darvin Ham has been fired as Lakers head coach after reaching the Western Conference finals last year and winning the inaugural in-season tournament.

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Jeanna Smialek

The Fed Is Looking for a Job Market Cool-Down. It Just Got One.

Wage growth and hiring slowed in April, prodding investors to slightly increase their bets on rate cuts this year.

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Automakers Want AM Radios Out of Cars. Congress Is About to Require Them

A popular bill will force car companies to put AM radios in vehicles at no extra charge, despite decreasing interest from drivers and potential electromagnetic interference.

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Julian Chokkattu

Rabbit R1 Review: Skip This AI-Powered Hardware Assistant

You probably shouldn't follow this rabbit down the rabbit hole.

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Mark Schofield

Mercedes’ upgrades show promise at F1 Miami Grand Prix

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Mercedes brought some upgrades to Miami, and they seem to be working

MIAMI — When the Formula 1 grid arrived here in Florida, Mercedes found themselves in unfamiliar territory.

Looking up at a number of teams in the Constructors’ Standings.

The Silver Arrows arrived in Miami sitting in fourth place, 44 points behind third-place McLaren and 99 points behind second-place Ferrari. Even more daunting is the fact that Mercedes begin the weekend a...

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Joseph Acosta

The NCAA is inching closer towards a direct pay solution for athletes

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By 2025, a full payment solution for athletes from universities could be intact.

As the NCAA marches towards an unknown territory (one that it may not see through to the end), a major sticking point that has to be addressed is the discussion of athletes being paid for their play from the universities and not third-party companies. Now, that reality might not be as far away as it once seemed.

On May 2, details of a potential settlement between universities...

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People Are Sharing The 14 Wildest, Most Unconventional Things Others Have Done To Save Money

"I'm sure she effectively lowered her cost of living through the theft and manipulation."

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13 Strange, Strict, And Specific Rules Of Attending The Met Gala

There are two big rules that can get you banned ????.

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Celebrate Star Wars Day with galactic Casetify gear

STAR WARS TECH GEAR: As of May 3, shop the Star Wars Casetify Collection, where you can snag a new Star Wars phone case, iPad or tablet case, laptop sleeve, phone charger, and much more with a selection of galactic designs.

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TikTok Trouble, Meta’s AI Girlfriend Problem, and Doja Coin

From TikTok's banning woes to mysterious objects floating in space, host Josh Burstein takes us on a comedic journey through the week's top stories.

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Fly high with 'Star Wars: Squadrons' for just $2 on Xbox

SAVE $38: As of May 3, get Star Wars: Squadrons for Xbox from the Microsoft Store for just $1.99. That's 95% off.

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Memorial Day sales are already kicking off — here's what you need to know

May just started, but when has that ever stopped retailers from starting their Memorial Day sales early? This year is no different, so it's time to prepare for those summer savings. Here's everything you need to know about this year's big Memorial Day sales, plus some early offers for you to start shopping right now.

When is Memorial Day, and when do the sales start?

This year, Memorial Day falls on Monday, May 27. But, Memorial Day weekend — the time when most of the big sales will be...

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IOS 18 tipped to get 3 new AI features, including Siri summarizing your texts

iOS 18, the next major iteration of the iPhone operating system, is reportedly going to feature a new suite of AI-powered features designed to keep up with the AI race where Google, Microsoft, and other tech giants are at the forefront.

According to a report from AppleInsider, Apple doesn't necessarily care to roll out an AI chatbot like OpenAI's ChatGPT or Google Gemini. Instead, the Cupertino-based tech giant is focused on enhancing the capabilities of utilities and apps that already exist...

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