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AI made its way to vineyards. Here's how the technology is helping make your wine

As AI continues to grow, experts say that the wine industry is proof that businesses can integrate the technology efficiently to supplement labor without displacing a workforce
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The Playlist: Week 20 fantasy basketball waiver wire pickups and start/sit advice

The fantasy basketball playoffs are here for many leagues! Dan Titus breaks down the start of the tournament and offers some lineup advice.
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How to Clean Everything On Your Bed (2025)

From comforters to sheets, pillows, and bed frames, here’s how to keep your bed in tip-top shape.
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How to calculate your Social Security tax obligations

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How to Set Up Your New iPhone (2025)

Welcome to your new Apple smartphone. Here’s how to get the most out of it right out of the box.
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How to borrow home equity quickly, according to experts

Speed up your home equity borrowing approval process with these expert-backed suggestions.
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3 Commonly Overlooked Factors That Can Tank Your SEO

If your SEO is a garden, here’s how to tend it.
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Thinking of rolling over your old 401(k) into an IRA? Here's how.

If deciding what to do with an old 401(k) plan has been on your to-do list, here are the key steps you should take to get it done.
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Here's your printable bracket for March Madness predictions, picks in 2025 NCAA Tournament

Your printable 2025 March Madness bracket is here. Here's how to print your bracket and .pdf for the 68-team men's NCAA Tournament.
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How to Create a Recovery USB Drive to Fix Your Computer

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NCAA Tournament Bracket 101: How to make your picks

Whether you're a die-hard hoops head, a casual or someone who's never watched a college basketball game, there's a decent chance you've been invited to fill out a bracket. Here's what you need to ...
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What to Know About Colleges Offering Free Tuition

Dozens of schools say they provide free tuition to students whose families earn under a certain income. How does it work?
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Expert breaks down favorites, possible upsets for March Madness

CBS Sports' Keiana Martin joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss what to know about March Madness, from top seeds to possible upsets.
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How can daylight saving time impact your health?

Changing the clocks can, of course, impact your sleep. But that can lead to more problems, experts warn.
The Hill - Mar. 8
Harvard says tuition will be free for families making $200K or less

The expansion will enable approximately 86% of U.S. families to qualify for Harvard College’s financial aid, the college said.
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Europe Welcomes a Ukraine Cease-Fire Offer and a Revival of U.S. Aid

Leaders worked hard to get President Volodymyr Zelensky back in the good graces of President Trump, no matter how humiliating, and to shift the onus to Russia.
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How to get equity out of your home without refinancing this spring

Want to borrow home equity without having to give up your low mortgage rate? Here's how to do so this spring.
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2025 NCAA Tournament bracket expert picks: No. 1 seeds predicted before Selection Sunday show

How our CBS Sports college basketball experts would vote if they were on the selection committee
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Is your money stuck in a CD account?

Depositing money into a CD could be a financial sacrifice worth making in today's high rate climate. Here's why.
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Military families have special tax breaks — but the rules can be tricky, experts say

Many members of the U.S. military qualify for special tax breaks that aren't available to other Americans. Here's what to know about eligibility.
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Expert offers tips on how to fill out a March Madness bracket

With March Madness in full swing, millions are filling out their brackets, hoping to predict the unpredictable.
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The government wants your data — here’s how to protect your privacy

If we don’t protect tech sovereignty today, we are going to regret it tomorrow.
The Hill - Mar. 9
When does selection Sunday start? Where to watch NCAA March Madness 2025

Get your brackets ready. Selection Sunday for the men's and women's college basketball tournaments is today, March 16. Here's how and when to watch.
Yahoo Sports - 1d
Submit your women’s March Madness bracket questions to our experts

March Madness is upon us. As you fill out your brackets, The Athletic has you covered. You can print one out here. You can take a deep dive into our odds forecast. You can get a breakdown on all 68 ...
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Panic selling tends to follow uncertainty. Here’s how to make smarter moves.

What financial advisers do when markets seem unmanageable.
MarketWatch - Mar. 10
Don’t hide cash at home — here’s what you’re risking and what to do instead, experts say

While keeping your money in a secret spot at home can feel safe, it's often not the case. Here's what to know.
CNBC - 3d
Road to Tampa: Breaking down all 4 Women’s NCAA Tournament regions

The most compelling three weeks of the college sports calendar are upon us. Over the next 21 days, all the elements indigenous to March Madness — high drama and heartbreak, tension and spectacle — ...
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How Separating Personal and Professional Identities Maximizes Growth

Unhealthy dependency is risky, learn to recognize the problem and fix it.
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A UN rights expert blasts the impact of US aid cuts on Myanmar

An independent human rights expert says Myanmar’s people are already feeling the “crushing impact” from the “sudden, chaotic withdrawal” of U.S. and other humanitarian aid
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30-year vs. 15-year mortgage loans: Which is better during inflation?

Experts say both can make financial sense during inflation, depending on your circumstances and goals.
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How to make smart picks for your March Madness bracket

With Selection Sunday setting the stage for the men's and women's NCAA tournaments, it's time to build your March Madness bracket. But if you're new to college basketball, where do you start? CBS ...
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Breaking down the Steelers picks in new 7-round mock draft

Breaking down the Steelers picks in a new seven-round mock draft.
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College Basketball Crown 2025: Schedule, bracket, how to watch new tournament

The College Basketball Crown is a new tournament taking place is Las Vegas. The bracket hasn't been released yet, but here's what to know.
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CBS Sports breaks down Auburn's March Madness 2025 bracket draw

Auburn was handed a tough hand in this season's NCAA Tournament bracket reveal. How does CBS Sports project the Tigers to handle the challenge?
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'It's a money game now' — How LSU is using NIL to keep up in ever-evolving college football world

After falling short of expectations for three seasons, LSU drummed up as much as it could in fundraising to get the Tigers back in the national picture. Here's a deep dive into how that all works ...
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Customer Service Could Help Grow Your Business. Here’s How

Quality customer service not only retains customers, but also turns them into an exceptional marketing ally through word-of-mouth, loyalty, and trust.
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