Dear Sophie: Should I apply for citizenship if I have a conviction?
A few years ago, I was charged with a misdemeanor for smoking marijuana in public and driving under the influence. I have a green card and want to apply for U.S. citizenship next year. Can I? Sophie Alcorn Contributor.....»»
Thousands of WordPress sites hit by gift card plugin flaw
Flaw has since been patched, with WordPress owners urged to apply it as soon as possible......»»
Dear Electric Vehicle Owners: You Don’t Need That Giant Battery
EV batteries take up lots of space and resources. But most drivers won’t actually use all that power......»»
Why a reality star"s conviction sets such a powerful precedent for revenge porn victims everywhere
Reality TV star Stephen Bear has been found guilty of two counts of disclosing private sexual photographs and films with intent to cause distress, and one of voyeurism after profiting from intimate images of his former girlfriend without her consent......»»
Apple TV+ drama series "Dear Edward" premieres on February 3
Apple has revealed the premiere date for "Dear Edward," an Apple TV+ drama that follows a boy who survives a plane crash.Connie Britton, Jason KatimsThe ten-part series, based on a novel by Ann Napolitano of the same name, premieres February 3 on App.....»»
TSMC yet to apply for further investment in US, say Taiwan officials
Taiwan's government has yet to receive the application from TSMC to increase its investment in Arizona to US$40 billion to build a second fab there, according to relevant officials......»»
AI image generation tech can now create life-wrecking deepfakes with ease
AI tech makes it trivial to generate harmful fake photos from a few social media pictures. Enlarge / This is John. He doesn't exist. But AI can easily put a photo of him in any situation we want. And the same process can apply to.....»»
Elizabeth Holmes appeals conviction, 11-year sentence despite bleak outlook
Holmes is currently scheduled to report to prison in April. Enlarge / Elizabeth Holmes (C), founder and former CEO of blood-testing and life sciences company Theranos, walks with her mother Noel Holmes and partner Billy Evans int.....»»
Microsoft’s price hike on Xbox games will apply to PC, Steam
Microsoft's PC games will cost $70 starting in 2023, a spokesperson confirmed to Digital Trends......»»
Apple TV+ renews "Surface" thriller for a second season
The Apple TV+ psychological thriller "Surface" is to get a second run, with its lead character relocating to London in her attempt to uncover her past."Surface" recounted the story of Sophie (star and executive producer Gugu Mbatha-Raw), who has extr.....»»
Pulses driven by artificial intelligence tame quantum systems
It's easy to control the trajectory of a basketball: Just apply mechanical force coupled with human skill. But controlling the movement of quantum systems such as atoms and electrons is much more challenging, as these minuscule scraps of matter often.....»»
Apple"s remote work policy makes it hard for employees to avoid abortion bans
Apple employees seeking to avoid abortion bans reportedly need to apply for a new job at a different location, which has left some employees disgruntled and fearful.Apple's facility under construction in TexasTexas has become a center of political di.....»»
Elizabeth Holmes sentenced to more than 11 years in prison for fraud
Elizabeth Holmes was sentenced to more than 11 years in prison on Friday following her conviction in January for defrauding investors while running the failed blood testing startup Theranos......»»
Apple"s Black Friday promo is here, but there are far better deals
Apple has unveiled its 2022 Black Friday deals, and as always they are paltry gift cards that only apply to subsequent purchases. Here's what's on offer, and where you can get actual and better discounts instead.Apple's new Black Friday promotion off.....»»
This popular open-source web server has some serious security flaws
OpenLiteSpeed Web Server patch is available, with users urged to apply the fix immediately......»»
Arts education can support students" growth towards global citizenship
Arts education offers powerful ways to explore ethical responsibility, values, and attitudes of global citizenship by means of interdisciplinary, intersubjective and embodied participation and experience, according to the Finnish researchers in the U.....»»
Elizabeth Holmes loses bid for new trial despite bizarre visit from key witness
Holmes is expected to appeal her conviction. Enlarge / Former Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes (center) arrives at federal court with her father, Christian Holmes, and partner, Billy Evans, on October 17 in San Jose, California. Hol.....»»
Sophia Muirhead Is IEEE’s Next Executive Director
Sophia “Sophie” Muirhead is the IEEE’s next executive director and chief operating officer. She is the first woman to hold the position. She is set to start her new job on 1 January, succeeding Stephen Welby. Muirhead has been the IEEE’s gen.....»»
Innovative Shins Turn Quadrupedal Robot Biped
The word quadruped means, technically, “four feet.” Roboticists tend to apply the term to anything that uses four limbs to walk, differentiating it from bipedal robots, which walk on two limbs instead. But there’s a huge, blurry crossover th.....»»
Sophie Kauer on working with Cate Blanchett and mastering music in TÁR
Sophie Kauer opens up about making her film debut opposite Cate Blanchett in TÁR......»»
Apple expands learning program for US educators
Teachers, coaches, and other educators in the US are now invited to apply for Apple's newest additions to its Apple Learning Coach program.Apple first launched its Apple Learning Coach program in early 2022, with "self-paced lessons and virtual works.....»»