Microsoft has retired Skype, 22 years after its launch, to focus on Microsoft Teams. Users can migrate automatically to Teams with existing credentials, bringing over chats and contacts. For those...
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Trump Could Extend TikTok Deadline Again If Needed
President Donald Trump stated he is willing to offer TikTok another extension if a deal is not reached by the June 19 deadline, to divest from its Beijing-based parent, ByteDance, avoiding a U.S....
Cellphone radiation may trigger abnormal blood clumping quickly
Study Findings: Research published in Environment: Science and Policy for Sustainable Development shows that cellphone radiation can cause abnormal blood clumping in just five minutes. Ultrasound...
Cleaning, Research, and Maintenance on International Space Station
Expedition 73 crew tidied up after a spacewalk on Thursday, focusing on power system upgrades and research on the ISS. Astronauts: Anne McClain and Nichole Ayers managed the Quest airlock and...
Google CEO Claims Breaking Up Search Monopoly Hurts Innovation
Google CEO Sundar Pichai argued in federal court that the government's proposals to address Google's search monopoly would hinder innovation. Last year, Judge Amit P. Mehta ruled Google violated...
Chinese Political System Rigid, Exhibiting End-Regime Indicators
Gordon Chang, a senior fellow with the Gatestone Institute, warns of perplexing behavior from China, indicating "end-of-regime conduct." Despite needing allies, China continues to antagonize nations...
Berkeley Under Investigation for Not Reporting Chinese Funding
The U.S. Department of Education is investigating the University of California, Berkeley, for not disclosing significant Chinese government funding. Federal law mandates universities report foreign...
Neuralink Implant Enables ALS Patient to Communicate
The third Neuralink brain implant patient, Brad Smith, living with non-verbal ALS, can now communicate using his own voice thanks to advanced technology and AI. Despite his challenges, Smith...
YouTube Marks 20 Years Revolutionizing Viewing Habits
YouTube Celebrates 20 Years YouTube marks its 20th anniversary, highlighting its massive influence on global entertainment and the creator economy. Launched on April 23, 2005, it now sees 20 million...
SSA Introduces Digital Access to Social Security Numbers
The Social Security Administration (SSA) will offer digital access to Social Security Numbers (SSN), providing a secure alternative to physical cards. Beneficiaries can access their SSN via mobile...
China Develops Thorium Molten-Salt Reactor, US Should Follow
China's Thorium Molten-Salt Reactor: China has constructed and operationalized a thorium molten-salt reactor in the Gobi desert, marking a significant advancement in nuclear technology. This reactor...
Bipartisan Bill Aims to Update Federal IT Systems
Press Release Overview:On April 24, 2025, Chairwoman Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) reintroduced the bipartisan Modernizing Government Technology (MGT) Reform Act (H.R. 2985). This act aims to reform the...
Trump Expedites Mining Projects: Decades-Old Permits Fast-Tracked
President Trump has fast-tracked 10 mining projects, including coal, phosphate, potash, and lithium, as part of an executive order. These projects, some of which have been stalled for decades, will...
South Korea Investigates DeepSeek AI Over Data Transfer Concerns
South Korea’s Personal Information Protection Commission (PIPC) found China’s DeepSeek AI app illegally transferred user data overseas without consent. Developed at a low cost, DeepSeek became a...
Paris Hilton Supports New California Child Protection Bills
Paris Hilton has announced her sponsorship of two California bills aimed at protecting children in the entertainment and troubled teen industry. The bills, #SB373 and #AB653, supported by Senator...
AI Education for American Youth Advancement
Advancing AI Education: The US aims to sustain AI leadership by empowering youth with essential AI skills. Focusing on early AI exposure, we nurture curiosity and creativity, preparing students for...
Defense Secretary Seeks Clarity, Solutions for COVID-19 Reinstatement Policy
The Defense Secretary has mandated new actions and clearer guidelines concerning the reinstatement policy for COVID-19. Key focus is on offering additional remedies for affected personnel. The aim...
USDA Secretary Rollins and Senator Hoeven Announce Rural Development Initiatives in North Dakota
Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins joined Senator John Hoeven in North Dakota to announce key initiatives supporting rural communities and agriculture. Highlights include: Rural Development...
Roche to Invest $50 Billion in U.S. Expansion
Swiss pharmaceutical giant Roche will invest over $50 billion in the U.S. within the next five years, following President Trump's proposed tariffs on imported drugs. The U.S. market is crucial for...
EPA and Army Corps Launch Major Cleanup at Wyckoff/Eagle Harbor Superfund Site
The EPA and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers have initiated construction of a reinforced concrete perimeter wall at the Wyckoff/Eagle Harbor Superfund site on Bainbridge Island, Washington. This project...