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What to know about the controversial tobacco scientist who wants to ban e-cigarettes
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Not a single federal agency received an ‘A’ in a new Senate cybersecurity report card
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The safest ways to show proof of vaccination, wherever you are
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A guide to Delta-plus, Lambda, and other super infectious coronavirus variants
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Bell wants to soup up tilt-rotor aircraft by adding jet engines
Aug 04, 2021 10:41 AM
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Hawaii is the latest state to experience a record-breaking fire
Aug 04, 2021 8:00 AM
Environment
The US just met a major vaccination goal—but it’s not enough
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Pollution could be harming sperm around the world
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By Aug 03, 2021
Technology

These futuristic shoe inserts could make navigation easier for the visually impaired

The vibration-based system, which will enter beta testing in Japan this fall, aims to help those with low vision be more attentive to their surroundings.
By Jul 30, 2021
Technology

Instagram now lets you manage ‘sensitive content.’ Here’s how to use it.

The new feature, which applies to posts in the 'Explore' tab, raises the old question: what is sensitive content, anyway?
By Jul 30, 2021
DIY

Delete message attachments on your phone to free up space

There's no need to uninstall your apps just yet.
By Jul 28, 2021
DIY

Custom vibrations and other ways to shake up your smartphone messages

Do more with your favorite communication apps.
By Jul 28, 2021
DIY

4 apps to safely transfer money internationally

Never again pay a 20 percent fee to get cash to your loved ones.
By Jul 28, 2021
Technology

Birders behold: Cornell’s Merlin app is now a one-stop shop for bird identification

The app’s new 'Shazam for birds' feature was made possible through citizen science. Here's how it all works—and why you should download it.
By Jul 23, 2021
Technology

Venmo just made some big privacy changes—here’s what to know

The peer-to-peer payment app announced updates to its social feed, privacy, and payment options.
By Jul 16, 2021
Science

Mental wellness apps are basically the Wild West of therapy

Therapy apps are booming, but mental health experts have vetted precious few.
By Jul 15, 2021
DIY

A guide to parental controls on Netflix, Hulu, and other streaming services

Think of the children.
By Jul 13, 2021
DIY

What Android Auto and Apple CarPlay can and can’t do

We took Android Auto and Apple CarPlay for a test drive, so you don’t have to.