Who should play at the next inaugural ball? Here are our picks for every 2020 candidate.

As the 2020 candidate pool continues to grow almost by the day, it's never too early to start planning for January 20, 2021 — and the spectacle that comes with a presidential inauguration. 

Yes, I know, we've still got the actual election to get through. But, look, the inauguration is a pretty big deal — a huge party, nationally televised — in which backers of the newly sworn-in president still have hope for the coming term and can bask in the celebratory glow of what's to come.

SEE ALSO: Every 2020 candidate's 404 error page, ranked

Across his two inaugurations in 2009 and 2013, Barack Obama hosted the likes of Beyonce, Aretha Franklin, Bruce Springsteen, and Kelly Clarkson across multiple events. By comparison, in 2017, Donald Trump had Toby Keith, 3 Doors Down, and The Piano Guys.  Read more...

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Wondering why bike share programs are so popular?

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Nancy Pelosi outlines the case against impeaching Trump for Jimmy Kimmel

With more Democrats jumping on the "Impeach Trump" bandwagon, House Majority Leader Nancy Pelosi took her "hold your damn horses" argument to late night.

Appearing on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Pelosi had a spirited chat with Kimmel about Robert Mueller's Wednesday statement, the Mueller Report in general, and the possible impeachment of President Donald Trump. Pelosi has been slow-rolling the impeachment argument, and here she explains that she wants to make sure they have an "iron-clad" case. 

Pelosi's most compelling point: She thinks Trump wants to be impeached. To Pelosi, the Republican-held Senate would acquit Trump which would make a criminal prosecution, once Trump leaves office less likely. Read more...

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Sophie Turner is the ultimate X-Men trivia champion

Sophie Turner and Jessica Chastain, who star in the latest X-Men origin story Dark Phoenix, are the latest starts to have their knowledge tested by our Know Your Role quiz game. 

Turns out, Sophie is an absolute encyclopedia. Good on ya! 

X-Men: Dark Phoenix hits UK cinemas June 5. Read more...

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Save £40 on the Nutri Ninja blender and smoothie maker

Anyone trying to put away five portions of fruit and vegetables every day will know just how hard it is in reality. That is a lot of the good stuff, and sometimes the logistics just don't work. There's not actually that much space left in your bag once you have forced in the fifth banana. 

The best way to consume the recommended amount of fruit, vegetables, nuts, and seeds, is to pop them all into a blender or smoothie maker, and knock it back. With the Nutri Ninja blender, you can create smooth and great tasting drinks with all of your favourite ingredients, in just seconds.

The Nutri Ninja blender and smoothie maker is now available for just £59.99 until midnight on May 31. This device is usually priced at £99.99, meaning you save £40 if you act fast. A massive 82 percent of Amazon reviewers give the product five-stars, meaning you can feel pretty confident that this is a device that works. Read more...

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Nintendo Switch games are on sale at Walmart — save up to $14.99

The Nintendo Switch has released some extremely good video games during its short time on the scene so far, and it’s showing no signs of stopping anytime soon. The one issue with these games, though, is that they rarely go on sale (especially in the Nintendo eShop). But, thanks to Walmart, you can get a large collection of great Nintendo Switch titles for a sweet discounted price. 

SEE ALSO: 10 best gaming headsets for PC gaming, PS4, and Xbox One

During Walmart’s sale, you can save up to $14.99 on select titles, including Nintendo Switch highlights like Super Mario Odyssey, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and a few more worthwhile games. Read more...

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Apple Watch Series 3 is at its lowest price ever — save $80 at Amazon

We’ve seen the Apple Watch Series 3 fluctuate in price, so we always jump on it when there’s a good deal. Last week, we wrote about the watch being on sale for its Black Friday price, and we’re happy to report that you can still take advantage of this deal today.

That’s right, you can save $80 on the Apple Watch Series 3 with GPS. That drops the 38-millimeter model down to $199 and the 42-millimeter down to $229.

SEE ALSO: 7 of the best fitness trackers for monitoring heart rate

You likely know what’s up with the Apple Watch, but here’s a little refresher. The Series 3 has impressive health monitoring, fitness tracking, is swim-proof, and displays messages and notifications.  Read more...

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Verizon teases 5G in NYC in the 'very near future'

Verizon's 5G network launched in downtown Chicago and Minneapolis in early April, and it's stayed in Chicago and Minneapolis. Coverage in Chicago has expanded slightly, but most of Verizon's energy is focused on faster speeds and better beam-forming, not new city launches.

That may change. At the Motorola Z4 launch event, Verizon executive director of product marketing Chris Emmons said Verizon will "hopefully [bring 5G] to New York in the very near future," the most precise thing the carrier has said about a launch date for any of its upcoming cities. Until now, all the cities Verizon would name were coming "by the end of 2019." Read more...

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Philips Sonicare electric toothbrush is $30 off on Amazon

Between all those cookouts, barbecues, and al fresco happy hours, your chompers are going to see a lot of extra action this summer. So what better time than now to pick up a brand new electric toothbrush? 

The Philips Sonicare ProtectiveClean 4100 is the No. 1 bestselling product in Amazon's "Oral Care" category, boasting more than 1,000 five-star reviews, and it just happens to be on sale there for $30 off its usual price — a pretty sweet 43% discount.

Brushing at a speed of up to 62,000 movements a minute, the ProtectiveClean 4100 is capable of removing up to seven times more plaque than its manual counterparts. But don't worry — your precious gums are safe: It's got pressure sensors that'll vibrate if you're being too heavy-handed with its bristles. Read more...

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Lil Nas X adopted some nice dogs with the internet's help

Lil Nas X, the internet's favorite source of perpetual good news, has adopted some dogs.

The rapper tweeted two photos of two very cute Bernese Mountain Dogs on Wednesday night with the caption "I have to pick one u guys." Fortunately, Twitter guided him in the right direction — a first for the platform — and convinced him to adopt both.

i have to pick one u guys pic.twitter.com/8GtAzVJpvG

— nope (@LilNasX) May 29, 2019

Any dog finding a home is good, obviously, but this moment felt particularly nice. Lil Nas X is still basking in the success of "Old Town Road," and acquiring two soft and furry friends seems like a really good way to celebrate. (So is performing for an elementary school full of adoring fans.) Read more...

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Explosive 'Rambo: Last Blood' trailer is pure action porn

John Rambo is back for one last fight, and this time he has a murder farm.

Rambo: Last Blood is the fifth and (probably) final installment in the Rambo franchise, starring Sylvester Stallone as the titular Rambo. Following in the footsteps of its predecessors, the latest sequel looks like it's going to be filled with all the hyperviolent action you expect from the series.

In Last Blood, Rambo is looking like a cowboy in the desert and he clearly has some kind of problem with some locals who are armed to the teeth. It doesn't look like they'll be much of a problem for the Vietnam vet who has mastered the art of setting deadly traps and is basically as skilled as Hawkeye with his bow. Read more...

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These are the best VPNs for your Android device in the UK

Many people resist the urge to get a decent VPN for their Android phone. Why bother with an extra app just to get online, now that internet connections are ubiquitous? 

Over time, however, the scenarios in which you might need a VPN become more common. You could need to check what a site looks like from another geolocation, or test something that isn't available in your country. What often acts as the final straw is being unable to watch some of your favourite TV shows while travelling.

SEE ALSO: The 4 best VPNs for unlocking US Amazon Prime Video content from the UK

A VPN, or virtual private network, provides an additional layer of privacy when connecting to the internet. It's like using a private tunnel to browse the web, keeping you safe from prying eyes and enabling you to surf as if you were connecting from a server in a different place. Typically, all you need to do as a user is install the app on your smartphone, start it up, choose a server location, and then you can just continue browsing as usual. Read more...

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The Instant Pot Duo is almost $40 off on Amazon

Adulting is one of the most harsh realities you’ll stumble into. It’s filled with new concepts like “paying bills” and “cleaning your apartment” — but one of the most difficult things you’ll eventually have to get used to is cooking dinner after an exhausting day of work (literally the last thing you want to do). Being thrown headfirst into self-sufficiency is hard enough, so why not find a way to make it just the slightest bit easier on yourself? As for the cooking problem, buying an Instant Pot is your perfect solution. 

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New Google Play policies aim to fix loot boxes, limit sex, and curb hate

In a recent update to its Google Play developer policies, Google addressed loot boxes, sex/nudity, and hate speech in its supported applications. 

The specific changes outlined in an expanded Monetization and Ads page require developers with randomized reward items to "clearly disclose the odds of receiving those items in advance of purchase," which could incentivize games to lower loot box probabilities to make their purchase seem more worthwhile. 

Loot boxes have come under scrutiny even outside of Google, as the Federal Trade Commission and Missouri Senator John Hawley are launching respective attempts to investigate and potentially ban them — the FTC will host a public workshop in Nov. 2019 to see if loot boxes violate consumer protections and Hawley's reportedly problematic bill aims to outlaw pay-to-win and gambling adjacent monetization in all games marketed to children under 18.  Read more...

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This LG 65-inch UHD 4K HDR Smart LED TV is reduced by over £800 on Amazon

When it comes to buying a new 4K TV, it pays to wait. You might see a tempting offer on the model you have your heart set on, but we always recommend biding your time until the right deal comes along.

If you play your cards right and stay patient, you could save a couple of hundred pounds, or even a bit more, on a new TV. If it's your lucky day and all the stars align perfectly, you could even save over £800 on a 65-Inch 4K TV. That day has come.

SEE ALSO: The best 4K TV deals in the UK this week: Samsung, Sony Bravia, Philips, LG, Toshiba, and more

The LG 65-Inch UHD 4K HDR Smart LED TV with Freeview Play is now available for just £597. That's a massive reduction of over £800 on the list price of £1399.99. So congratulations if you waited, because this is your reward. Read more...

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Save £65 on these Razer Nommo gaming speakers with RGB lighting

Something that is often neglected when it comes to gaming is the audio. It's pretty common to see an impressive set up, replete with everything from a gaming chair to a mechanical keyboard, but with no sound system whatsoever.

This needs to change. Audio should not be an afterthought. It should be a priority, always. Powerful audio can completely immerse you in your experience, bringing games, movies, and music to life. Please, the neglect of audio needs to stop.

The Razer Nommo gaming speakers are now down to just £84.99 from £149.99. That's a saving of £65 on list price, and comes with free delivery in the UK. Read more...

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The SanDisk Sata III SSD PLUS is on sale for under £50

The way your laptop or desktop PC looks and feels is important, but if it doesn't perform to the standard you expect, it's no good.

This might be difficult to accept, especially if you are kind of deeply in love with your device. If this is the case, you may benefit from a solid state drive from SanDisk. These bad boys have a durable design that's engineered to resist vibration and shock, helping to keep your data safe over time. They also perform up to 20 times faster than a typical hard disk drive, meaning you actually get an overall better computer experience. There's hope for your device yet. Read more...

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