Facebook was secretly spying on the web browsing history of Android users, including those with Samsung Galaxy phones, since September. The company had installed a tracking tool called Meta Pixel on millions of websites to deliver targeted ads through its apps. The Meta Pixel exploited a feature in Android that allowed apps to run a … Read more
Colorado has reported 12 measles cases this year, the most seen since at least 1996. The highly contagious disease can linger in the air for up to two hours and may cause fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, and a distinctive facial rash. Public health officials have identified exposure locations in Denver, Aurora, Glendale, Windsor, … Read more
A recent study suggests that metformin, a widely used medication for type 2 diabetes, may also have anti-aging effects and increase the chances of older women living to be 90 or older. Researchers analyzed data from a long-term US study involving 438 postmenopausal women with type 2 diabetes. Half the participants took metformin, while the … Read more
US and Japanese steel firms Nippon Steel and the Trump administration have asked a US appeals court to extend an eight-day pause in their litigation over the proposed $14.9 billion deal. The pause was first granted on April 7 after President Donald Trump ordered a national security review of the tie-up. The companies believe they … Read more
NBCUniversal’s cookie policy outlines the use of cookies on its websites and apps for analytics, advertising, and other purposes. Here’s a breakdown of what you need to know: **What are cookies?** Cookies are small files stored on your device by websites or apps. They help websites remember your preferences, login details, and other information. **How … Read more
T-Mobile has introduced its latest Experience Plans, promising better value and savings compared to major competitors. The new plans feature two options, “Experience Beyond” and “Experience More,” designed to cater to different user needs. The premium “Experience Beyond” plan is priced at $170 per month for 3 lines, offering annual phone upgrades and a range … Read more
Paleontologists Yara Haridy and Karma Nanglu are uncovering secrets about Earth’s earliest vertebrates. Unlike dinosaurs or ancient shells, their fossils – known as “fish flakes” – are tiny and hidden within rocks. To reveal these fossils, geologists dissolve the rock layers in acid. The “fish flakes” were first discovered in Cambrian rocks, revealing a 20-million-year … Read more
The highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 finally launched globally on Thursday, with fans camping out and waiting in line for days to get their hands on the console. The new device boasts a larger screen, enhanced social features, detachable controllers that can function like computer mice, and improved gaming capabilities. While some gamers were initially … Read more
As summer travel season kicks in, measles outbreaks are on the rise in the US and other countries. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is updating its guidance to travelers, urging everyone to be fully vaccinated against the virus. According to Emily Smith, an assistant professor at George Washington University, two main issues … Read more
The European Union has agreed to change air passenger rights rules, affecting how airlines compensate passengers for flight delays. Under the new plan, short-haul flights will require delays of four hours or more to qualify for compensation, while long-haul flights must be delayed by six hours or more. Passengers on short-haul flights can expect increased … Read more