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Meta is giving plastic recycling a boost in a new deal with startup MacroCycle, which is building its first commercial plant.

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Self-driving systems are getting so good that drivers may overestimate the technology and not be prepared to respond when something goes wrong.

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OnePlus N6 Lite 4G with 7,000mAh battery, 120Hz display launched in India: Check price, specs

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China eyes chip-industry foothold with a tiny Han Xin code to challenge US standard

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