Is TikTok getting banned? Here’s every country that’s blocked the app
TikTok has been banned across the globe, and many fear that the U.S. will be banning it too. Here's what you need to know about every country banning the app......»»
Children and the internet: Helping kids navigate this modern minefield
The United States' most senior public health official, surgeon-general Vivek Murthy, believes social media platforms should come with warning labels. The United Nations' education, science and culture agency says smartphones should be banned in schoo.....»»
Apple 15W wireless chargers to be banned from sale in China
Apple 15W wireless chargers are set to be banned from sale in China, with both MagSafe and Qi2 charging pads affected. The Chinese government says that the prohibitions are to prevent interference and “maintain the order of airwaves” … m.....»»
Instagram’s New Features Add a Bit More Spice to Your Reels and Stories
New features await users looking for a creative outlet. The post Instagram’s New Features Add a Bit More Spice to Your Reels and Stories appeared first on Phandroid. The popularity of apps like Tiktok over the past few years has pr.....»»
"Alarming" rise in deadly lightning strikes in India: scientists
Climate change is fueling an alarming increase in deadly lightning strikes in India, killing nearly 1,900 people a year in the world's most populous country, scientists warn......»»
Why feelings of isolation have skyrocketed in the US
Being alone doesn't automatically equate with misery. French writer Michel de Montaigne famously removed himself from public life and retreated to a tower on his country estate, where he wrote about the joys of sitting with oneself in his enduring pi.....»»
Communicating consensus strengthens beliefs about climate change, finds 27-country study
Climate scientists have long agreed that humans are largely responsible for climate change. However, people often do not realize how many scientists share this view. A new 27-country study published in the journal Nature Human Behaviour finds that co.....»»
South Africa"s scarce water needs careful management—study finds smaller, local systems offer more benefits
South Africa is a water-scarce country, the 30th driest in the world. Using water wisely will become more and more important as the population grows and droughts related to climate change increase. A lack of clean, fresh water has a negative impact o.....»»
How to use a VPN to access geo-restricted content and social media
Most video content and some services are geolocked to a state or country. Here's how you can get around some of those restrictions, using one of the best VPN for iPhone apps.Select a country from your VPN app and you'll be able to access content ther.....»»
Can"t buy me love: TikTok users seek authenticity in sponsored content, dismissing top influencers for smaller creators
High-profile and popular influencers on TikTok should rethink their approach to brand-sponsored campaigns since followers better engage and trust the authenticity of smaller creators over super influencers when it comes to paid content......»»
The 42 best Netflix drama shows right now (August 2024)
The best Netflix drama shows include Fire Country, Prison Break, Dark Winds, Lost, Grey's Anatomy, Boiling Point, Your Honor, and many others......»»
Doctor decries Apple gift card discount "scam" after failing to understand the terms of the deal
An academic with a sideline in TikTok videos about marketing scams claims Apple defrauded her over an iPad discount — despite her getting precisely the deal she was promised and should have expected.Apple gift cardsThis will shock you, but it's pos.....»»
Mafia: The Old Country brings the franchise to Sicily
A new Mafia game developed by Hangar 18 was announced at Gamescom Opening Night live. Mafia: The Old Country takes the series to 1900s Sicily......»»
Asus’ speed-tapping keyboard unveiled on same day Valve bans practice
Asus is finally bringing a keyboard with speed tapping to market, but it's arriving on the day the feature was banned in Counter-Strike 2......»»
India will assemble iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max for the first time
Apple is continuing to expand manufacturing in India, and the country will reportedly produce the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max as well as the regular models.Tim Cook visits India in 2016Originally, India only manufactured older iPhones, and th.....»»
This year’s summer COVID wave is big; FDA may green-light COVID shots early
Wastewater SARS-CoV-2 levels suggest the summer surge is high and peaking right now. Enlarge (credit: Getty | Thomas Trutschel) With the country experiencing a relatively large summer wave of COVID-19, the Food and Drug.....»»
Research collapse feared amid Venezuela election rift
A disputed election could accelerate a collapse of Venezuela's research capacity which has already seen half of the country's scientists leave, academics fear......»»
Ghana launches first GMO crop amid debate
A public debate is raging in Ghana as the country launches its first genetically modified crop for commercial cultivation......»»
Senegal"s first satellite successfully launched
Senegal's first satellite has been successfully launched into orbit, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye said, adding the move marked a major step towards the West African country's "technological sovereignty"......»»
Judge calls foul on Venu, blocks launch of ESPN-Warner-Fox streaming service
Upcoming launch of $42.99 sports package likely to "substantially lessen competition." Enlarge (credit: Gina Ferazzi via Getty) A US judge has temporarily blocked the launch of a sports streaming service formed by Disney.....»»
TikTok says DoJ"s China-link claims are overblown
TikTok's continued fighting with the United States government has the video app insisting that the Department of Justice has got it wrong when it comes to its association with China.The law puts TikTok in danger in the United States. TikTok is curren.....»»