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This City Told Amazon And Google: No Incentives For You

Tech giant Google, whose headquarters is in Mountain View, Calif., plans to build a campus in nearby San Jose. Marcio Jose Sanchez/AP hide caption

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This City Told Amazon And Google: No Incentives For You

Amazon canceled plans for a New York City HQ after meeting stiff opposition over big tax breaks and other incentives. A California mayor refused to offer similar incentives but landed Google anyway.

This City Told Amazon And Google: No Incentives For You

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'Brave, Not Perfect' Speaks To The Scarcity Of Women In Tech

Reshma Saujani, founder and chief executive officer of Girls Who Code Inc., speaks during the International Business Machines Corp. (IBM) InterConnect 2017 conference in Las Vegas, Nevada, on March 21, 2017. IBM David Becker/Bloomberg via Getty Images hide caption

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'Brave, Not Perfect' Speaks To The Scarcity Of Women In Tech

In a new book, Reshma Saujani of Girls Who Code joins a chorus of voices warning of devastating consequences if girls don't partake in tech — and suggesting girls should be encouraged to take risks.

Facebook, Google Draw Scrutiny Over Apps That Collected Data From Teens

Facebook has been paying young users as young as 13 years old up to $20 a month to install an app called Facebook Research, TechCrunch reported. Josh Edelson/AFP/Getty Images hide caption

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Facebook, Google Draw Scrutiny Over Apps That Collected Data From Teens

In the latest revelation to raise privacy concerns, the Silicon Valley giants offered adults and teens gift cards for installing apps that would let the companies collect data on their smartphones.

Facebook, Google Draw Scrutiny Over Apps That Collected Data From Teens

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Amid Chaos, Venezuelans Struggle To Find The Truth, Online

An attendee wears a Venezuelan flag during a rally in Caracas Friday with Juan Guaido, president of the National Assembly, who swore himself in as the leader of Venezuela. Marcelo Perez del Carpio/Bloomberg via Getty Images hide caption

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Amid Chaos, Venezuelans Struggle To Find The Truth, Online

As Venezuela grapples with a major political crisis, people there are struggling with misinformation online. WhatsApp, a popular messaging app, has been used to spread both rumors and news reports.

Amid Chaos, Venezuelans Struggle To Find The Truth, Online

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With Amazon's Arrival, A New York Community Pushes To Be Included

The Queensbridge Houses, the largest public housing complex in the country, near the spot where Amazon plans to put a new headquarters. Mark Lennihan/AP hide caption

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With Amazon's Arrival, A New York Community Pushes To Be Included

Many residents of the Queensbridge public housing complex feel they have not benefited much from the area's booming development. With Amazon, activists are trying to change that story.

With Amazon's Arrival, A New York Community Pushes To Be Included

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Alexa Can Help Kids With Homework, But Don't Forget Problem-Solving Skills

How do virtual assistants like Alexa affect children's learning experiences? Some experts say easy answers delivered by technology can hurt the development of problem-solving skills in kids. Kathleen Finlay/Image Source/Getty Images hide caption

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Alexa Can Help Kids With Homework, But Don't Forget Problem-Solving Skills

How do virtual assistants like Alexa affect children's learning experiences? Some experts say easy answers delivered by technology can hurt the development of problem-solving skills in kids.

Alexa Can Help Kids With Homework, But Don't Forget Problem-Solving Skills

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How Bad Bunny Skipped Categories And Skyrocketed To Fame

Bad Bunny backstage at Apple Music's 'Up Next' Artist concert in Miami, Fl. in March 2018. Manny Hernandez/Getty Images for Apple Music hide caption

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How Bad Bunny Skipped Categories And Skyrocketed To Fame

No, he's not a cartoon character. Bad Bunny is the up-and-coming Puerto Rican rapper soaring to international fame.

How Bad Bunny Skipped Categories And Skyrocketed To Fame

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Cuba's Mobile Internet Access Is A Big Step, But It's Not Without Flaws

The Cuban government recently extended Internet to mobile devices, a big step for Cubans living on the island under the repressive communist regime.

Cuba's Mobile Internet Access Is A Big Step, But It's Not Without Flaws

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Biggest Market Rally Since 2009 Follows Days Of Painful Losses

Specialist Vera Liu (left) and trader James Matthews work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange on Wednesday. U.S. stocks are experiencing a post-Christmas rally after record-breaking losses on Monday. Richard Drew/AP hide caption

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Biggest Market Rally Since 2009 Follows Days Of Painful Losses

The Dow had its best day since 2009, gaining nearly 5 percent. But jitters over interest rates, trade tensions and turmoil in Washington have still made December a bruising month in the markets.

Bad Bunny En Español: El Nuevo Disco Y Sus Influencias

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Alt.Latino

Bad Bunny En Español: El Nuevo Disco Y Sus Influencias

In an interview from Puerto Rico, Bad Bunny talks about his influences and the music on his new record.

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Our Listeners Speak Up: Your Best Of 2018

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Our Listeners Speak Up: Your Best Of 2018

Alt.Latino reviews some of the best 2018 music recommendations from listeners — and welcomes back a dear friend.

Our Listeners Speak Up: Your Best Of 2018

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Google Will Spend $1 Billion To Build New Campus In New York City

Google is expanding its footprint in New York City, pledging to add jobs and spend $1 billion on a new campus. It's the latest example of a Silicon Valley giant branching out in an influential city.

Google Will Spend $1 Billion To Build New Campus In New York City

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'Roma' Hailed As Cuarón's Masterpiece, Despite Distribution, Production Battle

Netflix released Roma in select theaters, before offering it online. It's being called Alfonso Cuarón's masterpiece, and garnering Oscar buzz, after a distribution and production battle.

'Roma' Hailed As Cuarón's Masterpiece, Despite Distribution, Production Battle

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