Federal Computers Dodge Global Malware Attack ... This Time
Experts say federal agencies have taken steps to secure networks, but they remain vulnerable.
Technology
Feeling Sidelined By Mainstream Social Media, Far-Right Users Jump To Gab
Criticized for being affiliated with the alt-right, the social site Gab now reports 170,000 users. It has found a niche among some conservatives and others who feel stifled by Facebook and Twitter.
Scientists One Step Closer To 3-D-Printed Ovaries To Treat Infertility
Researchers printed gelatin scaffolds into which they placed ovarian tissue, and then implanted the new organs in mice. Three out of seven female mice produced healthy offspring using the technology.
Small Indiana Nonprofit Falls Victim To Ransom Cyberattack
A small Indiana nonprofit was devastated by a malware attack earlier this year. It's still recovering after hackers stole data.
Don't Feed Parrots Chocolate, Despite What Happens In Minecraft
In the game Minecraft, a chocolate chip cookie will tame a parrot, but they're poisonous to the birds in real life. Minecraft has promised to update the game.
Friday News Roundup - International
Turkey's president comes to Washington, but it's his bodyguards who leave a mark. Vladimir Putin says he can prove President Trump did not give secrets to Russia. And it's a pilgrimage of sorts as Donald Trump prepares to visit Saudi Arabia, Israel and the Vatican.
Google Is Investing In 'Immersive Technology'
Google is making a push into virtual reality with a headset that doesn't require a user to connect to a phone or computer. Amidst massive hype, virtual reality has been slow to take off.
FCC Votes To Begin Rollback Of Net Neutrality Regulations
The vote begins a months-long process to collect — once again — public comment on how the government should regulate Internet service providers. The FCC is repealing Obama-era rules.
Is 'Internet Addiction' Real?
What started out as web surfing by a healthy teen descended into online obsession and isolation. Was it depression, internet addiction or both? Whatever you call it, rehab is now part of the answer.
Morning News Brief: Robert Mueller As Special Counsel, New Google Products
Former FBI Director Robert Mueller has been appointed as a special counsel to investigate Russian influence in the election. And Google has unveiled its latest product ideas.