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DHS orders extra protective health measures for migrant children at the border after boy dies in US custody

DHS orders extra protective health measures for migrant children at the border after boy dies in US custody Dr. Marc Siegel weighs in on the CDC probing the uptick of sick children.

'Selfie wrist' an emerging hazard of digital age, doctor warns

'Selfie wrist' an emerging hazard of digital age, doctor warns Your next selfie could be your most painful one, a California doctor has warned.

Former and current Planned Parenthood employees accuse the organization of mistreating pregnant workers

Former and current Planned Parenthood employees accuse the organization of mistreating pregnant workers Abortion provider reportedly faces pregnancy discrimination claims; reaction from former Planned Parenthood clinic director Abby Johnson.

Center for Disease Control reports widespread flu activity across the country, 45 percent of people get the flu shot

Center for Disease Control reports widespread flu activity across the country, 45 percent of people get the flu shot Dr. Marc Siegel says that the flu shot is much better matched for this year’s strain.

Romaine lettuce to Honey Smacks Cereal: Why so many food recalls in 2018?

Romaine lettuce to Honey Smacks Cereal: Why so many food recalls in 2018? From E. coli-tainted romaine lettuce to Salmonella in cereal, this year certainly had its fair share of foodborne illness outbreaks.

Boy develops rare brain-eating disease after contracting flu

Boy develops rare brain-eating disease after contracting flu A basketball-obsessed boy is now wheelchair-bound and unable to verbally communicate after he was struck down by a brain damaging illness triggered by the flu.

Back from Iraq, Trump must devise a new strategy for conflicts there, in Syria and in Afghanistan

Back from Iraq, Trump must devise a new strategy for conflicts there, in Syria and in Afghanistan After meeting with U.S. troops in Iraq, President Trump faces the difficult task of coming up with a new strategy to deal with terrorists there, in Syria and in Afghanistan.

Russian interference in US elections far from over – Here’s what to watch for

Russian interference in US elections far from over – Here’s what to watch for The arrival of 2019 marks the kickoff of the 2020 presidential election campaign, amid continued worries about foreign influence – particularly from Russia – in our democratic process.

Karl Rove: Who will win the shutdown?

Karl Rove: Who will win the shutdown? All the major actors in the government-shutdown drama have seen their standing suffer with the public. That includes Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, Speaker-designate Nancy Pelosi and her House Democrats, and President Trump and congressional Republicans.

Tammy Bruce: Melania Trump, first lady and role model, rises above Democratic pettiness

Tammy Bruce: Melania Trump, first lady and role model, rises above Democratic pettiness Despite the efforts of a miserable American media and liberal establishment to malign her, first lady Melania Trump continues on with work that endears her to the American public.

Dr. Marc Siegel: Prevent needless deaths – Get vaccinated for all these reasons

Dr. Marc Siegel: Prevent needless deaths – Get vaccinated for all these reasons Get a flu shot and other vaccinations to protect yourself and others from illnesses that can kill some people.

Why CES is important to Washington

Why CES is important to Washington Each January, hundreds of federal, state and local government officials travel to CES – the world’s largest and most influential tech event – to share insights, debate policy and develop a leadership approach that will sustain our country for decades to come.

How secure is your messaging app?

How secure is your messaging app? Which messaging app would you choose for absolute security? Every developer will profess that they responsibly consider the security and privacy of their users. But with so many different choices, it can be hard to tell which messaging platforms you can trust.

Elon Musk says 'pedo' insult of Thai cave rescuer is First Amendment-protected speech

Elon Musk says 'pedo' insult of Thai cave rescuer is First Amendment-protected speech SpaceX and Tesla CEO Elon Musk moved on Wednesday to have a defamation lawsuit against him dismissed, claiming that when he called a Thai-cave rescue volunteer a "pedo" and a "child rapist" those were First Amendment-protected opinions. 

Delivery drones cheer shoppers, annoy neighbors, scare dogs

Delivery drones cheer shoppers, annoy neighbors, scare dogs Robyn McIntyre, who lives on the outskirts of Australia’s capital, was in her family room a few months ago when she thought she heard a “chain saw gone ballistic.”

People are texting their exes and buying stuff in their sleep

People are texting their exes and buying stuff in their sleep Andrew Watson, 26, was so good at coordinating international business deals that he did it in his sleep.

‘Tech addicts’ seek solace in 12 steps and rehab

‘Tech addicts’ seek solace in 12 steps and rehab We like to say we’re addicted to our phones or an app or some new show on a streaming video service.

Russia tests new hypersonic weapon on Putin's orders

Russia tests new hypersonic weapon on Putin's orders Russian President Vladimir Putin oversaw a test Wednesday of a new hypersonic glide vehicle, declaring that the weapon is impossible to intercept and will ensure Russia's security for decades to come.

Bride announces pregnancy at wedding reception, surprises groom with 'shock of a lifetime'

Bride announces pregnancy at wedding reception, surprises groom with 'shock of a lifetime' Jamie and Charlie Forbes had a whole lot to celebrate on their wedding day.

Swimwear model responds after body-shamers criticize cellulite: 'Being beautiful is about being kind'

Swimwear model responds after body-shamers criticize cellulite: 'Being beautiful is about being kind' Ariella Nyssa has learned to love her body, even if haters on social media are trying to shame her for it.

Justin Bieber designing hotel-like slippers for forthcoming clothing line

Justin Bieber designing hotel-like slippers for forthcoming clothing line The Biebs is already sold out of the $5 footwear.

Another Springsteen, Starring Way Off Broadway

By BRIAN PINELLI from NYT Sports https://nyti.ms/2AknEQJ

‘Black Mirror’ Gives Power to the People

By DAVID STREITFELD from NYT Arts https://nyti.ms/2AiW862

Bahrain says work in Syria embassy 'continuing': BNA

Bahrain's embassy in Damascus and the Syrian diplomatic mission in Manama have been operating "without interruption", the Bahraini foreign ministry said in a statement on Friday, a day after the United Arab Emirates reopened its embassy in Syria. from Reuters: World News https://reut.rs/2QUIu3H

Mystery hacker steals data on 1,000 North Korean defectors in South

The personal information of nearly 1,000 North Koreans who defected to South Korea has been leaked after unknown hackers got access to a resettlement agency's database, the South Korean Unification Ministry said on Friday. from Reuters: World News https://reut.rs/2CDdKeE

Bangladesh's violent vote campaigning ends ahead of weekend poll

Campaigning for Bangladesh's general election ended on Friday after weeks of violence, mainly against workers and officials from an opposition alliance, that has drawn criticism from the United States and others. from Reuters: World News https://reut.rs/2RmZaQK

China cracks down on Marxist group after Mao birthday detention

A top Chinese university has cracked down on a campus student Marxist society, replacing its leadership after its former head was detained and questioned by police on the sensitive 125th birthday of the founder of modern China, Mao Zedong. from Reuters: World News https://reut.rs/2Sk5TI9

Watch that Tweet! China cracks whip on government social media image

China's cabinet has warned government departments to clean up their social media image amid a drive to bolster the government's online presence to help reach tech-savvy young people who get their information from smartphones. from Reuters: World News https://reut.rs/2AiJOTw

Bangladesh slows down mobile internet speeds ahead of election: Daily Star

Bangladesh has ordered the shutdown of high-speed mobile internet services ahead of this weekend's national election, the Daily Star reported on Friday citing an email sent to mobile operators by the telecom authority. from Reuters: World News https://reut.rs/2Sp6dp8

China says new financial information rules aimed at providers for institutions

China's internet regulator said on Friday the recently published rules governing financial information providers are aimed at firms supplying information to an institutional audience and to specific investors, rather than the general public. from Reuters: World News https://reut.rs/2EPT0Tr