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Coronavirus Crisis

Surprise! New stimulus checks are showing up for some taxpayers, but they’re not from the IRS

Surprise! New stimulus checks are showing up for some taxpayers, but they’re not from the IRS

News

04.17.21 | 5:05 am

How to watch Prince Philip’s funeral on CNN, ABC, CBS, and elsewhere, including free options

How to watch Prince Philip’s funeral on CNN, ABC, CBS, and elsewhere, including free options

04.16.21 | 4:28 pm

Should the America First Caucus sound an alarm about white nationalism?

Should the America First Caucus sound an alarm about white nationalism?

04.16.21 | 2:30 pm

How opera singers are using low-latency ‘jam session’ tech to prepare for live performances

How opera singers are using low-latency ‘jam session’ tech to prepare for live performances

04.16.21 | 1:20 pm

Claws or tails? No matter. This Panera Bread lobster dish has been recalled in 20 states

Claws or tails? No matter. This Panera Bread lobster dish has been recalled in 20 states

04.16.21 | 11:50 am

It’s okay if you’re still confused about Coinbase. Let us explain why it matters now

It’s okay if you’re still confused about Coinbase. Let us explain why it matters now

04.16.21 | 8:49 am

Surprise! New stimulus checks are showing up for some taxpayers, but they’re not from the IRS

Surprise! New stimulus checks are showing up for some taxpayers, but they’re not from the IRS

04.16.21 | 8:01 am

Want more donations on Patreon? Cornell University researchers have some marketing advice

Want more donations on Patreon? Cornell University researchers have some marketing advice

04.16.21 | 7:32 am

Simon & Schuster drops plans to distribute book by police officer involved in Breonna Taylor shooting

Simon & Schuster drops plans to distribute book by police officer involved in Breonna Taylor shooting

04.15.21 | 3:28 pm

Disneyland tickets are on sale, and people are already waiting hours in virtual lines to get back in

Disneyland tickets are on sale, and people are already waiting hours in virtual lines to get back in

04.15.21 | 3:07 pm

Jeff Bezos shareholder letter: Amazon is developing an ‘algorithmic’ solution to workplace injuries

Jeff Bezos shareholder letter: Amazon is developing an ‘algorithmic’ solution to workplace injuries

04.15.21 | 12:38 pm

Congressional Democrats introduce bill to expand Supreme Court from 9 to 13 justices

Congressional Democrats introduce bill to expand Supreme Court from 9 to 13 justices

04.15.21 | 11:58 am

Mindfulness can make you selfish, say psychologists. This exercise can reverse the effect

Mindfulness can make you selfish, say psychologists. This exercise can reverse the effect

04.15.21 | 8:46 am

Still no IRS stimulus check? The latest timeline, recent tax filers, SS, VA, and plus-up payments

Still no IRS stimulus check? The latest timeline, recent tax filers, SS, VA, and plus-up payments

04.15.21 | 7:00 am

Verizon Media, Snap, Spotify, and Kellogg want to destigmatize mental health at work

Verizon Media, Snap, Spotify, and Kellogg want to destigmatize mental health at work

04.14.21 | 3:57 pm

You CAN’T take it with you, so what happened to Bernie Madoff’s money?

You CAN’T take it with you, so what happened to Bernie Madoff’s money?

04.14.21 | 2:24 pm

Crypto glow: Coinbase stock listing takes dogecoin, binance coin, others along for the rally

Crypto glow: Coinbase stock listing takes dogecoin, binance coin, others along for the rally

04.14.21 | 11:51 am

This threat to pregnant women is on roads everywhere

This threat to pregnant women is on roads everywhere

04.14.21 | 11:01 am

What ever happened to Instagram hiding likes?

What ever happened to Instagram hiding likes?

04.14.21 | 8:23 am

IRS child tax credit stimulus update: When do payments start? Will I get a check? Questions answered

IRS child tax credit stimulus update: When do payments start? Will I get a check? Questions answered

04.14.21 | 6:07 am

Coinbase stock joins the Nasdaq today: Here’s what to know about COIN

Coinbase stock joins the Nasdaq today: Here’s what to know about COIN

Still no IRS stimulus check? The latest timeline, recent tax filers, SS, VA, and plus-up payments

Still no IRS stimulus check? The latest timeline, recent tax filers, SS, VA, and plus-up payments

IRS child tax credit stimulus update: When do payments start? Will I get a check? Questions answered

IRS child tax credit stimulus update: When do payments start? Will I get a check? Questions answered

Designing for uncertainty: How IBM created a vaccine passport

Designing for uncertainty: How IBM created a vaccine passport

The FDA recommends pause of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine over blood clot fears

The FDA recommends pause of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine over blood clot fears

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Surprise! New stimulus checks are showing up for some taxpayers, but they’re not from the IRS

Many Californians woke up to an additional $600 in their bank accounts on Friday thanks to the Golden State Stimulus.

Surprise! New stimulus checks are showing up for some taxpayers, but they’re not from the IRS

Still no IRS stimulus check? The latest timeline, recent tax filers, SS, VA, and plus-up payments

This is the fifth batch of Economic Impact Payments to be distributed since the American Rescue Plan was signed in early March.

Still no IRS stimulus check? The latest timeline, recent tax filers, SS, VA, and plus-up payments

IRS child tax credit stimulus update: When do payments start? Will I get a check? Questions answered

The $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan, which created the tax credit advance, was notably vague on how and how frequently the payments would be made.

IRS child tax credit stimulus update: When do payments start? Will I get a check? Questions answered

Designing for uncertainty: How IBM created a vaccine passport

COVID-19 passports are imperfect solutions to a massive problem. And yes, the people building them are very aware.

Designing for uncertainty: How IBM created a vaccine passport

The FDA recommends pause of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine over blood clot fears

So far there have been just six reported cases of “a rare and severe type of blood clot” out of almost 7 million who took the J&J vaccine.

The FDA recommends pause of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine over blood clot fears

SBA grant portal for shuttered venues halted by technical difficulties

What was supposed to be a vital lifeline for theaters, cinemas, museums, and other live event spaces has been put on hold.

SBA grant portal for shuttered venues halted by technical difficulties

Expedia’s Travel Advisor dashboards show international COVID-19 restrictions for almost every destination

A simple tool reveals all the restrictions and safety measures in place that are required for your trip.

Expedia’s Travel Advisor dashboards show international COVID-19 restrictions for almost every destination

IRS stimulus update: Didn’t get the first or second payment? You need to file this

No, you don’t need to endure the IRS phone lines.

IRS stimulus update: Didn’t get the first or second payment? You need to file this

See how COVID’s UK variant took over the world

We cannot let our guard down. This is why we need everyone vaccinated ASAP.

See how COVID’s UK variant took over the world

How to reinvent yourself successfully post-pandemic

Turn to these 5 steps to reboot and reinvent yourself after a hard year.

How to reinvent yourself successfully post-pandemic

‘Right now I’m scared’: Fears of a fourth virus wave grow as states ease restrictions

Across the country, governors and mayors are loosening safety restrictions, while a pandemic weary populace throws off its collective mask and behaves as if the crisis is over. It isn’t.

‘Right now I’m scared’: Fears of a fourth virus wave grow as states ease restrictions

When this mask wears out, you can send it back to be recycled—and compost the filter

The first mask from Masuku doesn’t need to fit tightly to block particles, so it’s more comfortable to wear.

When this mask wears out, you can send it back to be recycled—and compost the filter

IRS says third stimulus checks are coming soon for SS, SSI recipients: Here’s when they are expected

Millions of people who receive federal benefits have been waiting for their third stimulus checks. Today, they get some clarity.

IRS says third stimulus checks are coming soon for SS, SSI recipients: Here’s when they are expected

IRS stimulus checks: Frustrated Social Security and SSI recipients await timeline on third payments

Americans who need the payments most are getting caught in the middle of a complex back-and-forth.

IRS stimulus checks: Frustrated Social Security and SSI recipients await timeline on third payments

Will I get $300 in extra unemployment this week: Here’s why many payments are delayed

Four federal programs meant to provide Americans with additional aid during the COVID-19 pandemic are experiencing delays.

Will I get $300 in extra unemployment this week: Here’s why many payments are delayed

How I used TikTok and other networking tools to grow my business

Networking requires a delicate hand and plenty of research, no matter the platform.

How I used TikTok and other networking tools to grow my business

Post office mail delivery times will probably get longer. Here’s what you need to know

The Postal Service’s 10-year plan will make its largest cuts to consumer service in recent history.

Post office mail delivery times will probably get longer. Here’s what you need to know

Rent increases were highest in these states. Blame COVID-19

A new report by QuoteWizard, the insurance comparison platform, finds that the pandemic caused rent hikes in 35 states.

Rent increases were highest in these states. Blame COVID-19

AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine has 79% efficacy in new U.S.-based trial

The latest Phase III trial encompassed 32,000 participants, 21,583 of those receiving at least one dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine.

AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine has 79% efficacy in new U.S.-based trial

IRS third stimulus check: Get My Payment status not available? This could be why

The IRS has just begun updating its online status portal for Economic Impact Payments, but some payments may not have been processed yet.

IRS third stimulus check: Get My Payment status not available? This could be why

Impact

COVID-19 public health messages have been all over the place—but we can do better

This soap refill company is salvaging soap dispensers from other brands

These new poverty maps could reshape how we deliver international aid

News

How to watch Prince Philip’s funeral on CNN, ABC, CBS, and elsewhere, including free options

Should the America First Caucus sound an alarm about white nationalism?

How opera singers are using low-latency ‘jam session’ tech to prepare for live performances

Co.Design

This clever children’s book uses interactive data visualizations to explain the universe

Green and gorgeous: This new e-com site sells only the world’s most sustainable home goods

Miss the smell of the office printer? These candles recreate our prepandemic life

Work Life

This is why my treadmill desk makes me happier and more productive

3 things to consider if you want your workplace to be ‘transparent’

3 types of boundaries to emphasize while continuing to work from home