5 browser extensions for breaking news junkies

Unless you're a journalist, it's tough to keep up with breaking news

Keeping one eye on Twitter and constantly refreshing the homepage of your favorite news source is effective, but tiring. Thankfully, there are some helpful shortcuts

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Browser extensions can help the news junkie who's always attached to a computer stay up on everything he or she needs to know. From global alerts to headline highlighters, these five extensions will work around the clock to keep you informed

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