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Sunday

LGBTQ Advocates Fear 'Religious Freedom' Bills Moving Forward In States

Even after the Supreme Court legalized same-sex marriage, there have been efforts to pass a religious freedom bill. LGBTQ rights advocates believe lawmakers anticipate support from the Trump administration. Alex Wong/Getty Images hide caption

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LGBTQ Advocates Fear 'Religious Freedom' Bills Moving Forward In States

The Trump administration hasn't taken action on its promises to protect religious liberties, which some see as opposing LGBTQ people. But some state legislatures are taking this as support.

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Thursday

Uber CEO Leaves Business Council After Criticism From Trump Opponents

Uber CEO Travis Kalanick, shown here in December 2016, has left President Trump's business advisory board because of flak from the president's critics. MONEY SHARMA/AFP/Getty Images hide caption

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The Two-Way

Uber CEO Leaves Business Council After Criticism From Trump Opponents

Travis Kalanick said in an email to employees, "Joining the group was not meant to be an endorsement of the President or his agenda but unfortunately it has been misinterpreted to be exactly that."

Uber CEO Leaves Business Council After Criticism From Trump Opponents

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Wednesday

Even Without A Headphone Jack, iPhone 7 Boosts Apple's Sales

Apple did away with the headphone jack when it introduced the iPhone 7. Wireless earbuds or an adapter must be used. Stephen Lam/Getty Images hide caption

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Even Without A Headphone Jack, iPhone 7 Boosts Apple's Sales

The iPhone is coming through for Apple following a year of slow sales. It looks like the iPhone 7 is a hit — despite some initial anger over its lack of a headphone jack.

Even Without A Headphone Jack, iPhone 7 Boosts Apple's Sales

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Monday

Business

Trump Immigration Order Strongly Criticized By Tech Executives

Silicon Valley tech leaders are coming out against the Trump administration's executive action on immigration. The order directly affects employees and international business at many of the companies.

Trump Immigration Order Strongly Criticized By Tech Executives

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Wednesday

Apple Looks To Compete With Netflix Originals, But Making Hits Is Hard

Apple CEO Tim Cook introduces the new Apple TV app during a product launch event in Cupertino, Calif., in October. The company now plans to make original movies and TV programming, according to sources. Josh Edelson/AFP/Getty Images hide caption

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All Tech Considered

Apple Looks To Compete With Netflix Originals, But Making Hits Is Hard

Apple is about to join Amazon and Netflix and get into the content-making business, sources say. Apple stands to boost revenue, analysts say, but finding success in Hollywood isn't easy.

Apple Looks To Compete With Netflix Originals, But Making Hits Is Hard

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Saturday

Monday

Can Virtual Reality Make You More Empathetic?

A Syrian woman and her child sit in their refugee living space in Lebanon. They are featured in Four Walls, a virtual reality presentation by the International Rescue Committee. YouVisit Studios hide caption

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All Tech Considered

Can Virtual Reality Make You More Empathetic?

Charities are using virtual reality to immerse people in the plight of refugees and others who need help. Researchers are studying whether it's more effective than other media. And there are skeptics.

Can Virtual Reality Make You More Empathetic?

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Wednesday

We Tracked Down A Fake-News Creator In The Suburbs. Here's What We Learned

"The whole idea from the start was to build a site that could kind of infiltrate the echo chambers of the alt-right." Fanatic Studio/Getty Images hide caption

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We Tracked Down A Fake-News Creator In The Suburbs. Here's What We Learned

"The whole idea from the start was to build a site that could kind of infiltrate the echo chambers of the alt-right," says Jestin Coler, whose company, Disinfomedia, is behind some fake news sites.

We Tracked Down A Fake-News Creator In The Suburbs. Here's What We Learned

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Monday

Tech Leaders Vow To Resist Trump, But They Also Hope To Find Common Ground

Aaron Levie, CEO of Box, supported Hillary Clinton and he says he will continue to work and lobby for what he believes. Lisa Lake/Getty Images hide caption

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All Tech Considered

Tech Leaders Vow To Resist Trump, But They Also Hope To Find Common Ground

With issues ranging from privacy to trade, many leaders find themselves at odds with the president-elect's campaign stances. But CEOs say they'll look for ways to work with his administration.

Tech Leaders Vow To Resist Trump, But They Also Hope To Find Common Ground

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Monday

What's Hot On Netflix? A Startup Aims To Track Ratings In The Streaming Age

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What's Hot On Netflix? A Startup Aims To Track Ratings In The Streaming Age

Companies like Nielsen aren't able to easily measure the new ways people watch TV since Netflix and Amazon don't release their viewing numbers. Now a startup called Symphony aims to fill the void.

What's Hot On Netflix? A Startup Aims To Track Ratings In The Streaming Age

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Thursday

Major Trump Backer's Alleged Positive Comments About Apartheid Stir Anger

Billionaire tech investor Peter Thiel allegedly told two of his classmates at Stanford that he thought South Africa's apartheid was "a sound economic system." Carolyn Kaster/AP hide caption

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All Tech Considered

Major Trump Backer's Alleged Positive Comments About Apartheid Stir Anger

Silicon Valley billionaire investor Peter Thiel reportedly told two of his classmates at Stanford that he thought South Africa's former apartheid system of government was "a sound economic system."

Monday

Peter Thiel Stands Out In Silicon Valley For Support Of Donald Trump

While much of Silicon Valley has supported Hillary Clinton, billionaire investor Peter Thiel is backing Donald Trump. "We're voting for Trump because we judge the leadership of our country to have failed," Thiel says. Bloomberg via Getty Images hide caption

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All Tech Considered

Peter Thiel Stands Out In Silicon Valley For Support Of Donald Trump

Thiel, a billionaire investor, has caused friction in Silicon Valley, which has largely backed Hillary Clinton. But others who disagree with Thiel's views stand by his right to express them.

Peter Thiel Stands Out In Silicon Valley For Support Of Donald Trump

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Tuesday

It Ain't Me, Babe: Researchers Find Flaws In Police Facial Recognition Technology

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It Ain't Me, Babe: Researchers Find Flaws In Police Facial Recognition Technology

Nearly half of American adults have been entered into law enforcement facial recognition databases, a new report shows. But problems with the accuracy of the technology could affect innocent people.

It Ain't Me, Babe: Researchers Find Flaws In Police Facial Recognition Technology

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