Science
After cyber attacks, Internet of Things wrestles with making smart devices safer
November 8, 2016
After cyber attacks, Internet of Things wrestles with making smart devices safer
Recent cyber attacks harnessing everyday devices such as cameras, video recorders, printers, routers and speakers are a wake-up call to…
What is the most polluted city on Earth right now?
November 7, 2016
What is the most polluted city on Earth right now?
Fresh air doesn't exist in New Delhi at the moment. India's capital is choking under off-the-charts smog, with some parts of…
Social network planning to pay top users
November 7, 2016
Social network planning to pay top users
Love her or not, she's one of Africa's most famous news and gossip writers. Now she's hoping to take on…
Samsung to launch AI assistant service for Galaxy S8
November 6, 2016
Samsung to launch AI assistant service for Galaxy S8
Samsung Electronics Co Ltd said on Sunday it would launch an artificial intelligence digital assistant service for its upcoming Galaxy…
Adding music to pain meds may reduce pain
November 5, 2016
Adding music to pain meds may reduce pain
As a complement to traditional pain relief tools like medication, listening to music may lessen acute or chronic pain related…
Men’s long working hours, short sleep may harm health in old age
November 5, 2016
Men’s long working hours, short sleep may harm health in old age
Working long hours and skimping on sleep in midlife may lead to poorer physical health in old age, according to…
Too much heat in the kitchen may increase your risk of heart disease
November 5, 2016
Too much heat in the kitchen may increase your risk of heart disease
If you're a fan of a well-seared steak or a crisp fried samosa, you may need to pace yourself, as…
Google Capital is now an investor in Snapchat
November 5, 2016
Google Capital is now an investor in Snapchat
Google's parent company now owns a piece of Snapchat. Google Capital, one of Alphabet's two venture capital arms, quietly added…
Do the benefits of real friendships translate online?
November 5, 2016
Do the benefits of real friendships translate online?
A person's Facebook activity might be a window into their health and even predict their odds of dying in the…
7 more substances classified as human carcinogens
November 4, 2016
7 more substances classified as human carcinogens
The US Department of Health and Human Services released its14th Report on Carcinogens today, including seven "newly reviewed" substances, bringing its…