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Second stimulus check: How fast could the IRS send out more money?

Second stimulus check: How fast could the IRS send out more money?

We've worked out some possible dates that it might arrive.

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No second stimulus check yet, but the scams are already here

No second stimulus check yet, but the scams are already here

The pandemic has opened up another opportunity for scammers. Here's how to protect yourself before and after you get your stimulus check.

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How to volunteer for a COVID-19 vaccine trial

How to volunteer for a COVID-19 vaccine trial

Eligibility, risks, benefits and other issues to consider before volunteering.

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How reopening will work as lockdowns end
How reopening will work as lockdowns end

How reopening will work as lockdowns end

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How long does it live on clothes, shoes?
How long does it live on clothes, shoes?

How long does it live on clothes, shoes?

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The situation with beef, chicken and pork
The situation with beef, chicken and pork

The situation with beef, chicken and pork

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Coronavirus vaccine progress: What we know
Coronavirus vaccine progress: What we know

Coronavirus vaccine progress: What we know

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How to track the spread across the world
How to track the spread across the world

How to track the spread across the world

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Track your coronavirus stimulus check
Track your coronavirus stimulus check

Track your coronavirus stimulus check

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Best free stuff while you're stuck at home
Best free stuff while you're stuck at home

Best free stuff while you're stuck at home

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Make your own bidet starting at $20
Make your own bidet starting at $20

Make your own bidet starting at $20

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Stay productive when working at home
Stay productive when working at home

Stay productive when working at home

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Easy dinners you can make with basic staples
Easy dinners you can make with basic staples

Easy dinners you can make with basic staples

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Safely order food delivery, takeout, groceries
Safely order food delivery, takeout, groceries

Safely order food delivery, takeout, groceries

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Don't let scams target your fear
Don't let scams target your fear

Don't let scams target your fear

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No, you shouldn't make hand sanitizer
No, you shouldn't make hand sanitizer

No, you shouldn't make hand sanitizer

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Why homemade masks may not protect you
Why homemade masks may not protect you

Why homemade masks may not protect you

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Stay informed, get alerts on your phone
Stay informed, get alerts on your phone

Stay informed, get alerts on your phone

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Latest How To

COVID-19 vaccine side effects: What to look out for

The reported side effects aren't all that bad.
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Disneyland's Avengers Campus opens June 4: How to get tickets and how much they cost

Tickets for the theme parks will start selling on April 15.
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New CDC guidelines: How to clean, disinfect and sanitize your home from COVID

New guidance suggests that you should be cleaning your home daily. We'll explain everything you need to know.
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Everything you should and shouldn't do at your COVID-19 vaccine appointment

Do's and don'ts for getting your COVID-19 vaccine.
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Get an at-home COVID PCR test kit from DoorDash: Here's how to order one

Need a COVID-19 test? Here's how to order one online and get same-day delivery.
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COVID vaccine passports: How they could let travel take off again

Advocates say documentation that proves your COVID vaccination could create a bright future for postpandemic travel, but others worry about privacy and discrimination.
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Free Krispy Kreme vaccine doughnuts are really happening. How to get one every single day

Dough-not wait to get your COVID-19 vaccine -- a free daily Krispy Kreme is on the line. Here's how to qualify, how long the promotion runs and what you can get.
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How do I get a COVID-19 vaccine appointment? Everything to know

We'll explain where to start if you want to find and schedule a coronavirus vaccine appointment.
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What can you do when you're vaccinated? CDC releases new COVID-19 guidelines

Gathering indoors in small groups is safe again for some folks.
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Where to get a COVID-19 test before traveling

Going on a trip? Don't forget your COVID-19 test.
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