Twitter to label disputed COVID-19 tweets
Twitter announced Monday it will start alerting users when a tweet makes disputed or misleading claims about the coronavirus.
Twitter announced Monday it will start alerting users when a tweet makes disputed or misleading claims about the coronavirus.
Taxis, bikes & sushi robots keep New Yorkers fed, protected
Taxi drivers, motorcyclists and sushi-making robots are among the unlikely couriers distributing food and supplies to New Yorkers impacted most by the coronavirus pandemic. They're keeping families fed, doctors protected and lifting the spirits of those on the front lines.
Taxi drivers, motorcyclists and sushi-making robots are among the unlikely couriers distributing food and supplies to New Yorkers impacted most by the coronavirus pandemic. They're keeping families fed, doctors protected and lifting the spirits of those on the front lines.
Cuomo: Time to 'reimagine' education through technology
New York state is partnering with the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to reimagine education in public schools using technology.
New York state is partnering with the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to reimagine education in public schools using technology.
Facebook removes accounts linked to QAnon
Facebook says it has removed several groups, accounts and pages linked to QAnon, taking action for the first time against the far-right U.S. conspiracy theory circulated among supporters of President Donald Trump.
Facebook says it has removed several groups, accounts and pages linked to QAnon, taking action for the first time against the far-right U.S. conspiracy theory circulated among supporters of President Donald Trump.
Violent arrest raises concerns about NYPD social distancing patrols
The NYPD says that a social distancing enforcement action led to the arrests of three people on Manhattan’s Lower East Side on May 2 as footage of the incident went viral on social media.
The NYPD says that a social distancing enforcement action led to the arrests of three people on Manhattan’s Lower East Side on May 2 as footage of the incident went viral on social media.
Social media footage shows violent arrest of people allegedly violating social distancing orders
An investigation has been launched into the arrest of three people on the Lower East Side after footage of the arrest went viral on social media.
An investigation has been launched into the arrest of three people on the Lower East Side after footage of the arrest went viral on social media.
Looking for Zoom alternatives after increase in security and privacy problems
With millions of Americans stuck at home, the video conferencing program Zoom has become part of everyday life in America. But an increase in security and privacy problems has some people looking for alternatives.
With millions of Americans stuck at home, the video conferencing program Zoom has become part of everyday life in America. But an increase in security and privacy problems has some people looking for alternatives.
Baltimore turns to aerial surveillance as killings continue
Starting Friday, the roughly 600,000 people living in Baltimore will be constantly recorded whenever they step out under the open sky.
Starting Friday, the roughly 600,000 people living in Baltimore will be constantly recorded whenever they step out under the open sky.
US intel: Coronavirus not manmade, still studying lab theory
In recent days the Trump administration has sharpened his rhetoric on China, accusing the geopolitical foe and vital trading partner of failing to do act swiftly enough to stop the spread of the virus that causes COVID-19 or sound the alarm to the world about the outbreak, according to the Associated Press.
In recent days the Trump administration has sharpened his rhetoric on China, accusing the geopolitical foe and vital trading partner of failing to do act swiftly enough to stop the spread of the virus that causes COVID-19 or sound the alarm to the world about the outbreak, according to the Associated Press.
Increased concerns over Internet safety
Now more than ever screen safety for kids on devices is a top priority. Remote learning all day or rainy days inside can leave parents feeling defeated and concerned about how safe their kids are on-line. Pediatrician and co-producer of the documentary series ?Screenagers,? Dr. Delaney Ruston has some important tips for parents.
Now more than ever screen safety for kids on devices is a top priority. Remote learning all day or rainy days inside can leave parents feeling defeated and concerned about how safe their kids are on-line. Pediatrician and co-producer of the documentary series ?Screenagers,? Dr. Delaney Ruston has some important tips for parents.
Location-tracking reveals lockdown fatigue
The University of Maryland-College Park's Transportation Institute has been tracking location data from cell phone apps since the country went into lockdown. People were staying home--until they weren't.
The University of Maryland-College Park's Transportation Institute has been tracking location data from cell phone apps since the country went into lockdown. People were staying home--until they weren't.
Walk-thru scanner could help screen people for illnesses
Sensors use ultrasound to calculate a person's height to properly calibrate the scanner. Similar to a security checkpoint at the airport, someone will man the medical gateway that could potentially scan up to 1,000 people an hour.
Sensors use ultrasound to calculate a person's height to properly calibrate the scanner. Similar to a security checkpoint at the airport, someone will man the medical gateway that could potentially scan up to 1,000 people an hour.
App lets you video chat with home repair experts
The Ask Ken app, which is available in Apple's App Store for iPhone for free, gives people an option to get help without having any physical contact with a licensed expert.
The Ask Ken app, which is available in Apple's App Store for iPhone for free, gives people an option to get help without having any physical contact with a licensed expert.
Families stuck at home create entertaining videos
The Mull family of New Jersey and the Presley family in North Carolina are using their time stuck indoors during the pandemic to make people smile and laugh.
The Mull family of New Jersey and the Presley family in North Carolina are using their time stuck indoors during the pandemic to make people smile and laugh.
Retirees in The Villages to get prescription drug deliveries by drone
Senior citizens in the country’s largest retirement community will soon be getting some of their medications delivered by drones as part of a partnership between UPS and CVS.
Senior citizens in the country’s largest retirement community will soon be getting some of their medications delivered by drones as part of a partnership between UPS and CVS.
Hubble telescope celebrates 30th birthday with stunning photo
On April 24, 1990, the Hubble Space Telescope was launched into space on the Space Shuttle Discovery and has been providing us with astonishing views of the cosmos ever since.
On April 24, 1990, the Hubble Space Telescope was launched into space on the Space Shuttle Discovery and has been providing us with astonishing views of the cosmos ever since.
Experts warn of so-called ?Zoom fatigue?
With all of us stuck at home, video chats may be a lot of fun but experts say they can actually put more strain on our brains and are warning people to be aware of ?Zoom fatigue.?
With all of us stuck at home, video chats may be a lot of fun but experts say they can actually put more strain on our brains and are warning people to be aware of ?Zoom fatigue.?
Man in quarantine watches birth of his first child via Zoom
“It’s hard to put into words what it’s like having a baby during the coronavirus pandemic. But it has really enabled us to put this whole thing into perspective,” Stephanie Gandelman, the child’s mother, told Storyful.
“It’s hard to put into words what it’s like having a baby during the coronavirus pandemic. But it has really enabled us to put this whole thing into perspective,” Stephanie Gandelman, the child’s mother, told Storyful.
Eventbrite removes stay-at-home protest posted to website, says it promotes ‘harmful behavior’
Eventbrite removed the event from its website, citing its lack of adherence to social distancing guidelines set in place to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19.
Eventbrite removed the event from its website, citing its lack of adherence to social distancing guidelines set in place to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19.
Connecticut town using drones for coronavirus response
The drones have sensors that can also monitor heart and breathing rates. They can also detect sneezing and coughing from up to 190 feet.
The drones have sensors that can also monitor heart and breathing rates. They can also detect sneezing and coughing from up to 190 feet.