Amrita Khalid

Amrita Khalid is a technology and politics reporter who specializes in breaking down complex issues into practical, useful terms. A former contributor to CQ, a Congressional news and analysis site, she's currently a master's candidate in international relations at the University of Leeds.

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What the FCC’s ‘Unlock the Box’ campaign means for your TV

Your cable box may soon be set free.

On Jun 16, 2016 by Amrita Khalid

Tech

The 12 best apps for online shopping

From women's fashion to gourmet foods.

On Jun 16, 2016 by Amrita Khalid

Tech

Senate Democrats launch ‘filibuster’ on gun control after Orlando shooting

'I am prepared to stand on the Senate floor and talk about the need to prevent gun violence for as long as I can.'

On Jun 15, 2016 by Aaron Sankin, Amrita Khalid, Lauren Walker

Tech

10 new iPhone features to look forward to in iOS 10

Apple's latest iOS update is its biggest yet.

On Jun 13, 2016 by Amrita Khalid

Tech

The number of executive orders by every U.S. president

'I've got a pen, and I've got a phone...'

On Jun 13, 2016 by Amrita Khalid

Tech

The best flight hacks and tips to cut down your wait time

Here's how to skip the long lines once and for all.

On Jun 11, 2016 by Amrita Khalid

IRL

Why the California primary matters for Bernie Sanders

It ain't over till it's over.

On Jun 6, 2016 by Amrita Khalid

Tech

Worst Things about Canada: Canada Calgary Day

The 6 worst things about moving to Canada

Hockey may be the least of your problems.

On Jun 4, 2016 by Amrita Khalid

Tech

6 simple WhatsApp tricks for beginners

Consider this WhatsApp 101.

On Jun 4, 2016 by Amrita Khalid

Tech

UCLA students under shooting lockdown find rumors and SpongeBob memes on Yik Yak

A murder-suicide on the UCLA campus left many reeling

On Jun 1, 2016 by Amrita Khalid

Tech

A fail-safe guide to Snapchat’s on-demand geofilters

Impress everyone within a 200-feet radius.

On May 28, 2016 by Amrita Khalid

Tech

A guide to managing multiple Twitter accounts

Keep track of all your Twitter personas without losing it.

On May 26, 2016 by Amrita Khalid

Tech

Despite anger from privacy advocates, Netflix shows no sign of ending geo-blocking and VPN ban

Is Netflix infringing on your privacy by blocking VPNs?

On May 26, 2016 by Amrita Khalid

Streaming

EU proposal could require Netflix, Amazon Prime to produce local content

When in Rome, Netflix as the Romans do.

On May 25, 2016 by Amrita Khalid

Streaming

The best tech deals and discounts for students

College is expensive. These deals might help.

On May 19, 2016 by Amrita Khalid

Tech