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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17 critical Internet activities for avoiding time with your family

Your gameplan for surviving the winter break.

On Dec 28, 2015 by Amrita Khalid

Tech

6 essential sleep apps and gadgets for a good night’s rest

Here's how technology can actually help—rather than hurt—your sleep.

On Dec 25, 2015 by Amrita Khalid

Tech

3 speed-reading apps that will change how you read

Can 'War and Peace' be a piece of cake?

On Dec 22, 2015 by Amrita Khalid

Tech

Here’s how to get the iPhone 6s for only $1 this weekend

Here's a massive deal for all you last-minute holiday shoppers.

On Dec 18, 2015 by Amrita Khalid

Tech

The most popular Quizup trivia topic in your state might surprise you

U.S. government for D.C. is a no-brainer, but what's up with Wyoming's love for 'My Little Pony'?

On Dec 18, 2015 by Amrita Khalid

Tech

9 ‘Star Wars’ cocktails to celebrate the galaxy far, far away

Get lit like a lightsaber.

On Dec 17, 2015 by Amrita Khalid

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The ultimate holiday geek gift guide for 2015

From 'Doctor Who' to 'Mad Max' to 'Harry Potter', not a single subcategory of geek goes unrepresented.

On Dec 15, 2015 by Amrita Khalid

Internet Culture

These 9 Google Chrome extensions will make your life easier at work

"Work it, make it, do it..."

On Dec 15, 2015 by Amrita Khalid

Tech

The ultimate ’90s era nostalgia holiday gift guide

It was the best of times, it was the weirdest of times. And it's coming to a stocking near you.

On Dec 9, 2015 by Amrita Khalid

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The 7 best places to get your last-minute holiday party outfit

You have five holiday parties and one ill-fitting Christmas sweater. Here's what to do.

On Dec 8, 2015 by Amrita Khalid

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A guide to protecting your child’s personal data on the Internet

Kids are easy prey on the Internet.

On Dec 8, 2015 by Amrita Khalid

Tech

President Obama links ISIS and gun control in rare Oval Office speech

This marks the third time Obama addressed the nation from the Oval Office.

On Dec 7, 2015 by Amrita Khalid

Tech

Chrome’s new ‘Star Wars’ spoiler blocker works a little too well

For some people, this may be a good thing.

On Dec 1, 2015 by Amrita Khalid

Tech

5 documentaries on YouTube that will make you smarter

Stream grad school for free.

On Nov 28, 2015 by Amrita Khalid

Streaming

9 gifts to send your enemies this holiday season

There's something for everyone on your naughty list.

On Nov 27, 2015 by Amrita Khalid

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