Celebs Tout Ice Baths, But Science on Benefits is Lukewarm
The coolest thing on social media these days may be celebrities and regular folks plunging into frigid water or taking ice baths.
The Bright Spot: Science on the Rocks
Science on the Rocks is back at Discovery Place in Uptown after a nearly 3 year hiatus. Find out what the after-hours kids-free experience is like and how you can get tickets.
Donald Trump Is Reinstated To Facebook After 2-year Ban
Facebook parent Meta is reinstating former President Donald Trumpβs personal account after two-year suspension following the Jan. 6 insurrection.
SpaceX Launch May Bring Beautiful Vapor Trail To The Carolinas
Clouds will be an issue for most, but everyone in the Carolinas has a chance to see the vapor trail due to a northeast trajectory.
Divisive Social Media Star Andrew Tate Detained in Romania
Andrew Tate, a divisive social media personality and former professional kickboxer, was detained in Romania late Thursday on charges of human trafficking and rape, according to local media reports.
Elon Musk Stepping Down As Twitter CEO
Billionaire Elon Musk is stepping down as Twitter's CEO when the company finds a replacement.
Elon Musk Creates Poll Asking Twitter Users If he Should Step Down As CEO.
Twitter poll closes with users voting for Musk to exit as head of the social media site.
AP: Twitter Bans Linking To Facebook, Instagram, Other Rivals
Twitter users will no longer be able to link to certain rival social media websites, including what the company described Sunday as βprohibited platformsβ Facebook, Instagram and Mastodon.
Cookie Science: How the Temperature of Butter Impacts the Texture of Cookies
Have you been following the cookie recipe perfectly, but they are still not turning out how you like? Then these tips might be just the ticket.
What the Tech: Gift Ideas for Her
If you search Amazon for gift ideas for women, you're not going to see many tech gadgets. But women do love tech and they're going to love these gifts and be surprised you thought of them.
Twitter Relaunching Subscriber Service After Debacle
Twitter is once again attempting to launch its premium service, a month after aΒ previous attempt failed.
What The Tech?: Shipping Scams
Scammers are working as hard as delivery drivers around the holidays trying to trick shoppers into giving them account information, even credit card numbers. And between now and Christmas, they may get in touch with you, disguised as someone from Amazon, Walmart, or UPS.
Space Craft Announces Development Of Two New Multifamily Apartments In Charlotte
Space Craft, the team behind The Joinery, Charlotte's first "trail and transit-focused" development, announces the development of two more thoughtfully-designed, boutique apartment buildings coming to the NoDa and Belmont neighborhoods in Spring 2023.
What The Tech?: Gift Ideas for Your Wishlist
CHARLOTTE N.C.- When someone asks you what you want for Christmas you don't want to give them a list of really expensive items. but these gadgets are on sale…
What The Tech?: Amazon Vine Voices
if you shop online --you probably read reviews of the products before deciding what to buy. Many online reviews are fakes. WCCB Charlotte's Jamey Tucker explains, why amazon sends out thousands of free products in exchange for honest reviews.
What The Tech: How To Spot Spoof Websites
Maybe you think you can spot a scam. They're all over the internet and in email and on social media sites. Some are easy to spot but many are dead-ringers for legitimate websites from reputable companies.
What The Tech: Google's Top Gift Searches
There's no shortage of hot-tech gadget lists this time of year. We've shared some with you as well. But to truly get a clear picture of truly hot or popular gifts of 2022, you must turn to Google.
What The Tech: App Of The Day, Giftster
Gift cards are fine if you want to surprise someone with an impersonal gift. A gift that says, 'happy holidays but I really didn't want to go to any trouble thinking of a gift for you.' A smartphone app called Gifster for iPhones and Android devices could be the answer for your family or friends who want to give and receive gifts they actually want.
What The Tech: Share The Meal
Most of us would like to do more to help people around the world who have trouble getting enough food to eat for their families but to be honest, it isn't always easy to give. We are busy, and finding a charity is one big reason we don't get it done. What if there was a way to give just by tapping your phone?
New Survey: Teens Say Their Social Media Experience Is Better Than Parents Think
Surprising results from a new survey about teens and social media. The interesting answers from young people.
Serial Killer In Charlotte? CMPD Addresses Social Media Rumors
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is dispelling social media rumors of a serial killer targeting women.
Social Media Platforms Brace for Midterm Elections Mayhem
A Facebook search for the words βelection fraudβ first delivers an article claiming that workers at a Pennsylvania children's museum are brainwashing children so they'll accept stolen elections.
Kanye West to Buy Conservative Social Media Platform Parler
The rapper formerly known as Kanye West is offering to buy right-wing friendly social network Parler shortly after being booted off Twitter and Instagram for antisemitic posts.
Kanye Westβs Twitter, Instagram Locked over Offensive Posts
Kanye Westβs Twitter and Instagram accounts have been locked because of antisemitic posts by the rapper, now known legally as Ye.
Bam! NASA Spacecraft Crashes into Asteroid in Defense Test
NASA spacecraft rammed an asteroid at blistering speed Monday in an unprecedented dress rehearsal for the day a killer rock menaces Earth.
