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A Different Kind of Lockdown: Hacker Attempts Chastity Cage Extortion
A hacker was able to take control over the internet-connected chastity cages in an attempted extortion of several victims, security researchers found.
Research Shows Identical Twins Aren't Perfect Clones
If you're an identical twin who's always resisted being called a clone of your sibling, scientists say you have a point.
Parler Squeezed as Trump Seeks New Online Megaphone
President Donald Trump has been kicked off of most mainstream social media platforms, but it remains to be seen how fast or where — if anywhere — on the internet he will be able to reach his followers.
A Farewell to @realDonaldTrump, Gone After 57,000 Tweets
@realDonaldTrump, the Twitter feed that grew from the random musings of a reality TV star into the cudgel of an American president, has died. It was not quite 12 years old.
Facebook Bans Trump Through Biden Inauguration, Maybe Longer
Facebook will bar President Donald Trump from posting on its system at least until the inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden.
Harnessing Nature in Harmony CBD's Unique Botanical Blends
Harmony CBD combines South Carolina-grown hemp with organic herbs and essential oils to create a collection of topicals for daily skincare, muscle fatigue and more.
Twitter, Facebook Temporarily Muzzle Trump After DC Violence
All it took for social-media giants Twitter and Facebook to even temporarily bar President Donald Trump from addressing their vast audiences was a violent insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, fueled by years of false statements and conspiracy theories.
Eureka! Two Vaccines Work, But What About the Others in the Pharma Arms Race?
If trials can't go forward, that could very well have an impact on the world's supply of covid vaccines and eventually on vaccine prices, especially if booster shots are needed in years to come.
Watch: Shaming or Public Good? Instagram Account Calls Out Gays Breaking COVID Rules
The Instagram account GaysOverCovid is using shame as a weapon in fighting COVID.
Heading Off the Next Pandemic
As the COVID-19 pandemic heads for a showdown with vaccines it's expected to lose, many experts in the field of emerging infectious diseases are already focused on preventing the next one.
What's So Important About CBD Lab Sheets?
All it takes is a little bit of research to see for yourself if your CBD manufacturer is selling you reliable products that are truthfully labeled.
Watch Out LA: Feds Calculate Riskiest, Safest Places in U.S.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has calculated the risk for every county in America for 18 types of natural disasters, such as earthquakes, hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, volcanoes, and even tsunamis.
Tituss Burgess, Adam Lambert Star in 'Ratatouille' Musical on TikTok
TikTok's crowdsourced "Ratatouille" musical has cooked up some serious talent for its one-night-only benefit concert, including roles for Tituss Burgess, Adam Lambert, Wayne Brady, André De Shields and Ashley Park.
Italy's Uffizi Opens Dante Anniversary with Virtual Exhibit
Florence's Uffizi Gallery is making available for viewing online 88 rarely displayed drawings of Dante's "Divine Comedy" to mark the 700th anniversary in 2021 of the Italian poet's death.
Iran Plans 20% Uranium Enrichment 'as Soon as Possible'
Iran said Saturday it plans to enrich uranium up to 20% at its underground Fordo nuclear facility "as soon as possible," pushing its program a technical step away from weapons-grade levels.
Ancient Graffiti Making Fun of Gay Sex Uncovered in Pompeii
A newly-excavated eatery in the ancient Roman city of Pompeii made headlines last week, but a new detail has now emerged: The presence of mocking graffiti about sex between men.
Israel's Virus Surveillance Tool Tests Its Democratic Norms
In the early days of the pandemic, a panicked Israel began using a mass surveillance tool on its civilians. Critics now say its use has come at an immeasurable cost to the country's democratic principles.
Instagram Deletes Real Gay Influencers' Account for Being Unreal
A Seattle couple got a rude surprise from Instagram right before the holiday when they woke one morning and found their popular joint account deleted.
New App Will Cater to Black LGBTQ Travelers
Paula Akpan, a Black British lesbian journalist and historian, is developing The Black Queer Travel Guide to assist Black queer travelers in enjoying the world safely.
COVID Vaccines Appear Safe and Effective, but Key Questions Remain
Vaccine development in under a year, shattering all records, is a marvel of science. It's also a cause for concern for millions of Americans who fear the uncertainty of an unknown technology.