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Porsche's virtual race series starts tomorrow with pro drivers at the wheel

It's not just multi-manufacturer racing leagues like NASCAR going digital during the COVID-19 pandemic. Porsche is livestreaming its Mobil 1 Supercup Virtual Edition starting on April 4th at 10AM Eastern, when drivers take to a digital version of the Spanish Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya for two races in 911 GT3 Cup cars. The iRacing-based series will have 31 drivers, 22 of which are full-time Supercup racers -- the nine others are factory and young professional drivers fielded by big-name sponsors like TAG Heuer and Vodafone.




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Blackmagic's pro livestreaming switcher can broadcast without software

If you're devoted enough to livestreaming that you want the kind of features you'd expect from a TV studio, Blackmagic might have your back. It's releasing the ATEM Mini Pro, an enhanced version of the ATEM Mini switcher that's focused on the most elaborate streaming setups. There's now a hardware streaming engine that lets the Pro stream directly to Twitch, Facebook and YouTube through an Ethernet connection, with no special software required. You can also save recordings for posterity to USB flash drives, and multiview on the HDMI output lets you monitor all inputs on one screen.




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Recommended Reading: Inside the PlayStation 5 with Mark Cerny

PlayStation 5 uncovered: The Mark Cerny tech deep dive
Richard Leadbetter,
Eurogamer

If you're craving even more explanation on the PlayStation 5 than lead architect Mark Cerny shared during his in-depth chat a couple weeks ago, get comfy. Eurogamer shared part two of its chat with Cerny this week, and while there weren't any new revelations per se, there was more detail on the things we'd already heard about.




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ESPN2 will air 12 hours of esports coverage on April 5th

TV networks are already trying to fill the void in sports coverage left by the COVID-19 pandemic, but ESPN is going all-out. The broadcaster's ESPN2 channel is airing a 12-hour ESPN Esports Day on April 5th starting at 12PM Eastern, and there will be some high-profile live events in the mix. The highlight may be the second F1 Esports Virtual Grand Prix at 3PM, when racers (including some current Formula 1 drivers) will compete online in a digital version of Australia's Albert Park. The marathon will also represent Rocket League's debut on ESPN television (it was only streamed before) with the Season 8 World Championship's Grand Finals broadcasting live at 4:30PM.




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E3 will return June 15th, 2021

The Entertainment Software Association may have cancelled E3 2020 due to COVID-19, but it's still committed to holding an event next year. The organization has announced that E3 will return between June 15th and June 17th, 2021. It characterized the future expo as a "reimagined" event, although that's the language it used for its since-scrapped 2020 gathering. It won't be surprising if the 2021 event is really a look at what you might have seen this year, just with a different mix of games.




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Some Employers May Require Employees Get Tested for COVID-19 Before Coming Back to Work

Some experts question whether such efforts will make a difference





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The Coronavirus Originated in Bats and Can Infect Cats, WHO Scientist Says

WHO expert Peter Ben Embarek says the virus originated in bats, and that it's unclear what animal may have transmitted the disease to humans




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Inherent Flaws in COVID-19 Testing Mean Some of Those Infected Don’t Get the Treatment They Need

The nasal swab diagnostic test is far from infallible




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COVID-19 Is Making America’s Loneliness Epidemic Even Worse

Experts have long been concerned about loneliness in America




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Live Animal Markets Should Be Improved Not Outlawed, Say WHO

(LONDON) — The World Health Organization said Friday that although a market in the Chinese city of Wuhan selling live animals likely played a significant role in the emergence of the new coronavirus, it does not recommend that such markets be shut down globally. In a press briefing, WHO food safety and animal diseases expert…




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Why Infectious Diseases Like COVID-19 Make Science Move So Fast

Science has a reputation for moving slowly. The very process of publishing solid scientific data—let alone developing vaccines and therapies—requires a long timeline. But outbreaks of infectious diseases spread quickly, demanding a much quicker pace. Scientific endeavors to better understand SARS-COV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, have progressed rapidly. Within weeks of the virus emerging…




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Police Data Reveals Stark Racial Discrepancies in Social Distancing Enforcement Across New York City

'I want to see every community treated fairly,' NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio says




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Beyoncé & Meg Thee Stallion Will Be Honored By Houston



"Houston Hotties we’re getting a dayyyy!"




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Here's Why Michael Jordan Reportedly Turned Down $100M



The basketball legend’s former agent speaks out.




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Khalid featuring Summer Walker - "Eleven



The artists deliver slow beats and fast cars.




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#NikesForNurses: Woman Raises Close To $10K For Her Campaign



EXCLUSIVE: Ajón is on a mission to help frontline workers.




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Prince Radio Channel Will Air Unreleased Music



The channel will also feature Sheila E.




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See What Pau Gasol Sent Vanessa Bryant For Gigi’s 14th B-Day



He did something really sweet for his late daughter.




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Black Man Attacked and Killed By Group Wearing Medical



Londoner David Gomoh was on his way to work when he died.




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Here’s How Michael Jordan Felt Being Compared



The 1992 NBA Finals prompted one of the best head-to-heads.




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Watch This TikTok Video Of Serena Williams Playing Tennis



Who says being quarantined keeps you from being competitive?




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Why Monica Has ‘No Interest’ In An IG Battle



Does she have a point?




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Adrienne Bailon Shows Off 20 Lb. Weight Loss In Black Bikini



She credits her fitness to one lifestyle change.





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Brooklyn Couple Have The Most Beautiful At-Home Wedding



Thanks to Zoom, 50 of their friends were able to attend.




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Drake Opens Up About Why He Finally Shared Photos Of Adonis



The Canadian rapper appeared on Weezy’s ‘Young Money Radio.’




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Here’s How Trevor Noah Is Supporting ‘The Daily Show’



Staff members of his show are without income.




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‘Greenleaf’ Fans Will Be Devastated By News About Season 5



Did you see this coming?




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Tina Lawson’s Reaction To ‘Savage’ Remix Is Priceless



Miss Tina runs the Beyhive.




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Jeannie Mai Has One Non-Negotiable For Her Wedding To Jeezy



'The Real' co-host has a vision of her special day.




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Atlanta Shoppers Ignore Social Distancing To Buy New Jordans



The line reached all the way outside the mall.




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Why Kobe Thanked Michael Jordan In ‘The Last Dance’ Doc



The episode aired on May 3.





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Massive Atlanta Crowds Hang Out Despite Coronavirus Pandemic



Georgia's governor lifted the state’s order.




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DJ D-Nice Partners With Houseparty App For Epic Virtual Prom



You can still experience prom doing the COVID-19 outbreak.





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Watch Michelle Obama ‘Unplug’ In ‘Becoming’ Documentary



The Netflix documentary is set to release May 6.




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LeBron James Gets Real Award On Virtual Stage



The King was honored for his extensive philanthropic work




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‘RHOA’ Cast Hint At Shocking Updates In Reunion Preview



The ladies spilled plenty of tea.




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Watch! Cam'ron Flexes His Double Dutch Skills On Instagram



The rapper has some major moves!





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Porsha Williams Reveals Why Dennis “Stepped Out”



Williams admitted that she ignored the red flags.




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Erykah Badu Will Take On Jill Scott In Next Verzuz Battle



The queen of Neo-Soul will be decided on May 9.




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Halle Berry Posts All-Natural Selfie Fresh Out Of The Shower



Plus, take a look at other stars going au naturale.




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San Diego Man Wears KKK Hood After As Face Mask



The neighborhood has a history of white supremacy..




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Michigan Governor Connects Racism To Anti-Shutdown Protest



Governor Gretchen Whitmer was outraged.




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5 Times Rihanna Proved She Was Queen of Haute Couture



Riri can work-work-work any carpet she sets foot upon.




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Lisa Price Will Deliver Virtual 2020 Commencement Speech



The Carol’s Daughter founder inspires future leaders.




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BET Reports On COVID-19 Updates, Facts And The News You Need



Information on how coronavirus is impacting Black lives.