What the Tech: Internet safety
Social media companies often say they're keeping children safe, but one tech expert says the platforms aren't doing nearly enough. Jamey Tucker takes a closer look at what you can do to keep them safe
Erin adds to concerning trend in Atlantic, all eyes on coast
Erin is not the strongest nor the largest storm to develop in the Atlantic, but it is part of an alarming trend.
UPDATE: Boil water notice lifted for part of Monroe
A boil water notice has been lifted for the majority of customers in the city of Monroe, after a potentially harmful bacteria was found during routine testing.
Study says ChatGPT giving teens dangerous advice on drugs, alcohol and suicide
New research from a watchdog group reveals ChatGPT can provide harmful advice to teens.
Titan submersible disaster that killed 5 on way to Titanic ruins was preventable, Coast Guard says
The Coast Guard’s report on the Titan submersible disaster that killed five on the way to the Titanic says the implosion was “preventable.”
Jury orders Tesla to pay more than $200 million in Autopilot crash case
A Miami jury decided that Elon Musk’s car company Tesla was partly responsible for a deadly crash in Florida involving its Autopilot driver assist technology and must pay the victims more than $200 million in punitive damages.
Astronauts launch to the space station after sidelined by Boeing's troubled Starliner
Four astronauts are on their way to the International Space Station after being sidelined by Boeing's Starliner trouble and other issues.
Radioactive wasp nest found at SC site where US once made nuclear bombs
Workers at a South Carolina site that once made nuclear bomb parts have found a radioactive wasp nest.
NTSB finds Army chopper in fatal midair crash with plane was above altitude limit
Investigators have found that a helicopter involved in a deadly crash with a passenger plane over Washington was flying above its height limit.
Trump EPA moves to repeal finding that allows climate regulation
President Donald Trump’s administration has proposed revoking a scientific finding that's long been the central basis for U.S. action to regulate greenhouse gas emissions and fight climate change.
STUDY: 72% of teens admit to using AI for companionship
According to a study from Common Sense Media about teens and Artificial Intelligence companions, 72% say they have used some type of AI companion platform like Chai, Character.AI and Replika.
Trump's new AI plan leans heavily on Silicon Valley industry ideas
President Donald Trump has unveiled an “AI Action Plan" shaped by Silicon Valley tech leaders who supported his campaign.
Teens say they are turning to AI for friendship
Teenagers are increasingly turning to AI for advice, emotional support and decision-making, according to a new study.
What the Tech: App of the day
If your digital life feels cluttered and disorganized, then it's time you met Raindrop, a free app to simplify how you save and find content online.
Largest piece of Mars on Earth fetches meteoric price at auction
The largest piece of Mars ever found on Earth sold for just over $5 million at an auction of rare geological and archaeological objects in New York on Wednesday.
Senate strikes AI provision from GOP bill after uproar from the states
A proposal to deter states from regulating artificial intelligence for a decade was soundly defeated in the U.S. Senate on Tuesday, thwarting attempts to insert the measure into President Donald Trump’s big bill of tax breaks and spending cuts.
What the Tech: Protecting Prime purchases
With Amazon Prime Day(s) coming up July 8th-11th, millions of shoppers are eager to snag deals and enjoy fast shipping. However, this also means that porch pirates are on the prowl, ready to snatch packages from unsuspecting doorsteps
What the Tech: Data breach
Security researchers uncovered a staggering 16 billion usernames and passwords posted online for criminals to use. If you have ever created an account online, your information could be included in that massive leak.
Massive data breach leaks 16 billion passwords
Tech experts are warning about a new data breach, saying it could be the largest of all time.
US has struck three Iranian nuclear sites, Trump says, joining Israeli air campaign
President Trump said Saturday that the U.S. military struck three sites in Iran, directly joining Israel’s effort to decapitate the country's nuclear program.
Trump delays TikTok ban deadline again
President Donald Trump on Thursday signed an executive order to keep TikTok running in the U.S. for another 90 days to give his administration more time to broker a deal to bring the social media platform under American ownership.
SpaceX rocket being tested in Texas explodes, but no injuries reported
A SpaceX rocket being tested in Texas has exploded, sending a dramatic fireball high into the sky.
Amazon hopes to deliver 10,000 robotaxis annually with new factory
Amazon is gearing up to make as 10,000 robotaxis annually at a sprawling plant near Silicon Valley as it prepares to challenge self-driving cab leader Waymo.
Trump suggests he'll extend deadline for TikTok's Chinese owner to sell app
President Donald Trump has suggested that he would likely extend a deadline for TikTok’s Chinese owner to divest the popular video sharing app.
Trump signs measure blocking California’s ban on new sales of gas-powered cars
President Donald Trump signed a resolution on Thursday that blocks California’s first-in-the-nation rule banning the sale of new gas-powered cars by 2035.
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