US seeks new lithium sources as demand for batteries grows

The demand for lithium has grown in recent years because of its use in rechargeable batteries for electric and hybrid cars, lawnmowers, laptops and cell phones.

'RoboBurger': Robot grills burgers at mall in New Jersey

In perhaps yet another sign that machines are taking over the world, a robot inside of a vending machine inside of a mall in New Jersey can cook you a burger in about six minutes.

Emoji drug code decoded: Parents, do you know what that text really means?

They look innocent, but the combination of cookie, snowman, box, and parachute emojis can be code for "a large batch of cocaine has arrived." A school bus is code for Xanax. The DEA has released an "emoji drug decoder" in an effort to educate parents about the new ways drugs are being bought and sold.

Long Island students' invention helps children with prosthetics

A group of sixth-graders in the Oceanside School District has earned a spot in a national STEM competition thanks to their invention to help children with prosthetics ride a bike.

Sen. Mitt Romney meets artist Ritt Momney

Sen. Mitt Romney had the pleasure of meeting Utah-based artist Ritt Momney. Yes, you read that name correctly.

Stephen Wilhite, creator of GIF, dies of COVID-19 at 74

Stephen Wilhite, 74, died of COVID-19 on March 14. Wilhite is known for creating the wildly popular GIF and was the chief architect of America Online.

What is Web 3.0? | The Big Idea

In the Web 3.0 future, millions (perhaps billions) of personal computers around the world combine to create blockchain networks that allow us to move information — pictures, videos, stocks, bonds, titles, songs, etc. — free from the control of any central authority.

Okta data breach reports

A hacking group claims that it had broken into the computer systems of computer security company Okta.

Apple Maps, iTunes and other apps back online after outage

Apple reported several outages with multiple of its apps Monday including App Store, Apple Music and Apple TV+.

Study: Greater screen time in young kids linked to more reported behavior problems

The research team found a "small but statistically significant" link between certain behavioral problems in children under 12 and greater amounts of screentime.

Kanye West suspended from Instagram for 24 hours

Kanye West was placed on a 24-hour suspension by Instagram on March 16 for violating its policies on hate speech, harassment and bullying, a Meta spokesperson said.

NASA: Bright star, galaxies captured in latest James Webb telescope optical testing

NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope captured a mesmerizing image of the cosmos with a very bright star at its center and a couple dozen galaxies and additional stars surrounding it.

Instagram rolls out new parental supervision tools

Parents will be able to view how much time their teens spend on Instagram and set time limits.

Done with your cell phone? Here’s how you can get money for it

If the hassle of having an old cell phone is becoming a burden and you’re eager to sell it, there are a number of available options to get cash for your device.

Google sued by restaurants for alleged deceptive online ordering practices

Left Field Holdings LLC accused Google of designing online ordering web pages to trick customers into believing they’re ordering directly from the restaurant.