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September 6, 2024

Mother of Parkland school shooting victim pushes for bipartisan legislation after Georgia mass shooting

Four victims were killed on Sept. 4, 2024, including two students and two teachers, when a lone gunman opened fire at Apalachee High School in Barrow County, Georgia.

August 11, 2024

Limit of 3 hours of weekly screen time for kids has ‘positive effect’ on behavior, mental health: study

Kids between 4 and 17 who limited their screen time to three hours per week showed improvements in mental health, emotional regulation and behavior, a new Denmark study found.

July 29, 2024

Kids and smartphones: How young is too young? Experts reveal important recommendations

When is the best time to get your child their own smartphone? Parenting experts Dr. Joshua Stein and Titania Jordan advise parents on how to make the best decision for their family.

July 19, 2024

16 items worth splurging on this summer

Whether you love tech, fashion or the great outdoor, our list has something you'd love.

March 25, 2024

Would you trade your privacy for a free TV?

Telly, a smart TV firm, is promising to give out their 4K 55-inch TV for free. What must you give in return? The innovative, yet potentially unsettling, answer might shock you.

February 24, 2024

New text-to-video AI model Sora will unleash creative potential but requires 'extreme accountability'

Critics have focused on the increasingly effective deepfake trend, which Sona will be able to push to another level with video animation despite occasional and obvious strains.

September 20, 2023

Recycle electronics: Steps to safely dispose of your unwanted devices

When devices like phones or computers are no longer working, or simply not wanted, don't throw them in the trash. Instead recycle or donate your old devices for safe disposal.

September 17, 2023

20 Google search tricks, hidden utilities, games and freebies

Learn more about the most popular search engine that the world uses; become an expert by using hidden tips to improve your workflow.

June 30, 2023

North Carolina school district installs AI-driven metal detectors: 'Proven to be very successful'

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools in North Carolina is one of many school districts across the country implementing AI-driven technology in buildings to prevent guns on campus.

April 17, 2023

Woman on TikTok urges apartment dwellers to delay turning on lights when you get home: Here's why

A woman on TikTok says people who live in street-facing apartments shouldn’t turn on their home lights when they first arrive because it could put their safety in jeopardy.