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The word itself predates Christianity, but the conclave with its secretive deliberations and ancient trappings still captures the public's curiosity.

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In some countries, including those facing national elections soon, political leaders who've advocated a homegrown style of MAGA are suddenly scrambling to distance themselves from the U.S. president.

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Weinstein is facing sex crimes charges after his 2020 New York conviction was overturned last year. The #MeToo movement was catalyzed in part by the many women who came forward to accuse the disgraced producer of misconduct.

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With the U.S. now reporting more than 800 measles cases, a new poll from health policy research group KFF finds that many people are being exposed to false claims about measles and the measles vaccine.

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Frustrated with their party's response to President Trump, a wave of young Democrats are challenging incumbents in safe blue districts, hoping to mirror Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's upset win in 2018.

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Need a luxurious pillow-top bed that can support a plus-sized body? You might find your perfect night's sleep on the WinkBed Plus.

Pope Francis' body lies in state for public viewing at St. Peter's Basilica as the Vatican prepares for his funeral on Saturday.

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Our CNET experts tested the latest video doorbell cameras from Ring, Arlo, Nest and more to find the best options for securing your front door.

This review first appeared in issue 343 of PC Pro.

While the KW 9100 Slim will never be the subject of yearnful second glances, there’s something cute about the KW 9200 Mini. Perhaps it’s the red detailing around the keys, perhaps the subtle way the Cherry logo sits atop the spacebar, but ultimately it boils down to size. You just want to pick it up and pop it in your bag, so it’s handy that it ships with a fabric carry case for protection during travels.

Not that you need have any worries it will fall apart, as Cherry’s robust build quality is once again evident. There’s a solid metal frame within and durable ABS plastic without, with a two-year warranty and the same claim of ten million activations for each key as the 9100 Slim.

Both boards use Cherry’s SX scissor keys, which are low profile but deliver a satisfying typing action. You can lift the rear with the retractable feet, and again these feel built to last. My biggest adjustment was getting used to the width of the keyboard, but that’s psychological – the active area is identical to a full-size keyboard. The only sacrifice is that the cursor keys eat into the main body, shortening the spacebar in the process.

You also lose out on dedicated shortcut buttons, so the FN key below Enter is pivotal to advanced operations. You’ll need to press this together with F1, F2 and F3 to choose between your three possible connections: 2.4GHz RF via the USB receiver, which cleverly tucks into a slot at the rear of the keyboard, or two Bluetooth partners.

It charges via USB-C, with no backlight to drain the batteries, but that lack of illumination could be a problem when travelling. This is one of the advantages of the Logitech MX Keys Mini. At least there are LED indicators on the first four function keys (for example, to show which Bluetooth connection has become active) and a smart red LED when Caps lock is on. Unlike its rival it doesn’t support multiple OSes, only Windows.

The KW 9200 Mini isn’t cheap, but it’s cheaper, lighter and slimmer than the MX Keys Mini and – as with the KW 9100 Slim – feels like it should last for years. It would make an excellent companion for business trips.

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This review first appeared in issue 343 of PC Pro.

Cherry is well known within the gaming community for its mechanical keyboard switches, but any long-time reader will associate the German brand with high-quality keyboards as well. Perhaps, I might dare to venture, keyboards that lean towards the ugly.

Not so the KW9100 Slim. While its square edges, square keys and plain black finish won’t appeal to all, this wireless keyboard will lend any desk a smart, professional look. It’s a solid piece of equipment, and Cherry claims each key has a service life of 10 million actuations. I can’t imagine the key labels will last that long, but they should survive the two years of warranty.

The key action uses Cherry’s SX scissor switch, which is shallow but satisfying. I prefer the action of Logitech’s MX Keys, but the KW 9100 Slim is a fraction quieter. What you don’t get is the Logitech’s backlighting, with the only sign of light being indicators for the Num, Scroll and Caps lock keys.

The upside to this lack of illumination is battery life. I find myself recharging the MX Keys every week, but I suspect the KW 9100 Slim would keep going for a couple of months between charges. This is easy to do, with a USB-C port at the rear, next to a switch that allows you to flick between Bluetooth and the nano USB receiver supplied in the box (this model only supports Windows, but there is a Mac version).

Don’t immediately throw the box away, as hidden within is a magnetic foot that attaches to the rear of the keyboard. So if you like your keyboards to have a raised angle rather than lie entirely flat, you have the option. It snaps on with vigor, so I was never worried it might fall off as I shoved the keyboard around my desk.

There is nothing fancy about this keyboard. It doesn’t have the backlight of its Logitech rival, nor the ability to flick between Bluetooth partners at the press of a button, and its “extras” amount to shortcuts to the default web browser, the Windows calculator and volume controls (although you can program the keys using Cherry’s software). Its looks are equally subdued. But if you’re looking for a reliable, quiet keyboard for an office rollout or your own setup, it does the job and should last for years.

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Police accused rebels of masterminding the attack, which sparked outrage and drew international condemnation, including from U.S. President Donald Trump.

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Unfortunately, recessions are a fact of life. Staying prepared is your best protection.

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Jurors found Lori Vallow Daybell guilty after deliberating for about three hours, and she faces another possible life sentence on top of the three she is already serving in Idaho.

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Four friends, four phones, one video game. This is how you bring board game night into the digital age.

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The health secretary announced a push to eliminate petroleum-based colorants from the food supply. But he'll need to get food companies on board.

Elon Musk says he'll cut back his work with the federal government to one to two days per week. He said demand for Teslas is still strong, despite protests and plunging sales.

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If you're already an Xfinity internet customer, Xfinity Mobile is sweetening its top-level wireless plan.