In the United Kingdom, insurance company Chubb will soon begin offering “troll insurance” to cover the costs associated with cyberbullying. Chubb will accept claims of up to $76,000 to cover the expenses of counseling, relocation […]
Day: December 10, 2015
Protests Against GMOs Goes Global After Pro-GMO Bill Is Passed
In Thailand, protests are being held regarding a pro-GMO that has been approved by the country’s cabinet. The new Biosafety Bill will uphold the legalized use of potentially harmful genetically modified organisms in plants and […]
10,000 American Troops To Be Deployed In Iraq
More than 10,000 American troops will be sent to Iraq as part of an effort to put a stop to forces of the Islamic State. The American troops will be part of a 100,000 strong […]
This Chesapeake Bay Island Could Be Uninhabitable In 50 Years
In the part of the Chesapeake Bay that belongs to Virginia, Tangier Island faces an uncertain future as climate change has allowed the ocean to erode its land at an alarming rate. The U.S. army […]
US-Led Coalition Killed Islamic State Finance Chief In Air Strikes
United States officials have confirmed that the finance chief of the Islamic State has been killed in air strikes that were led by the United States. The attacks took place in Iraq in recent weeks. […]
VW Finally Admits Emissions Scandal Caused By ‘Whole Chain’ Of Failures
Troubled German car company Volkswagen has finally admitted that its diesel emissions scandal was the result of many failures within the company and that it was not just simply the misdoings of a small number […]
Canada Opens Doors To 25,000 Syrian Refugees
Thousands of Syrian refugees will soon find a new home in Canada, as the recently elected Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and the liberal government have promised to take in 25,000 refugees before the end […]
Chipotle CEO Proves That Apologizing Really Does Work
Chipotle CEO Steve Ells offered an apology on Thursday to the customers who became sick after eating at Chipotle establishments. The CEO promised that stronger food safety practices would soon be put into place in […]
Republicans Are Bashing Obama’s Gitmo Prisoner Swap As Having Ulterior Motives
Republican members of Congress are saying that President Barack Obama broke the law in a prisoner swap that took place in 2014. The president set up a trade of five detainees from the detention center […]
People With Mental Illnesses Are 16 Times More Likely To Be Killed By Police
A new study from the non-profit Treatment Advocacy Center (TAC) in Virginia has shown that people with an untreated mental illness are 16 times more likely to be killed by the police than average civilians. […]
Adorable Scientific Breakthrough As First Puppies Born Through In Vitro Fertilization
The first ever litter of puppies born through in vitro fertilization was announced earlier this week by researchers from Cornell University and the Smithsonian Institution. The litter included seven puppies and were born July 10. […]
Uber Vehicles Are Clogging Up NYC Streets Even More Than Usual
The increasing popularity of Uber has caused traffic in New York City to become even more congested. While the growing ride-share service has taken business away from taxis, it has also taken customers from buses […]
Donald Trump Backtracks Again, Says He Would Run Independent
While the polarizing figure of Donald Trump is causing a ruckus with his highly controversial comments, the businessman turned politician is also creating a stir within the Republican Party. Trump is once again threatening the […]
North Korea Asserts Hydrogen Bombs Ready, But Experts Are Skeptical
North Korea watchers are in a quandary over the reclusive nation’s latest military boast, wondering if it’s just propaganda of if the country has indeed added the hydrogen bomb to its arsenal. The claim was […]
Dangerous Underwater Tornadoes Are Swirling Around South China Sea Islands
Chinese scientists have found a series of underwater tornadoes near the Paracel Islands that could destroy a submarine. The islands are nearby the Yulin Naval Base of China, which is known for its nuclear submarines. […]
China Misunderstands Meaning Of Freedom, Says Internet Censorship Is Key
China’s cyber chief is dismissing criticism that his country’s internet is too censored, saying that order is a means to online freedom. Lu Wei, head of the Cyberspace Administration of China, says if the government’s […]
Dangerous Chemicals Found In E-Cigarette Liquids, Despite Packaging Saying Otherwise
Scientists at Harvard University are extremely concerned after their federally-funded study found dangerous lung-destroying chemicals in the liquids used for e-cigarettes and other vaping devices. The scientists say that urgent action needs to be taken. […]
Russia Warns ISIS May Expand, Open Second Front In Afghanistan
Reports indicate that the Islamic State is planning to start a second front in Afghanistan to continue its Middle Eastern conquest. Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova made the claim at a news briefing on […]
Colorado Tourism Soars, And They Can Thank Marijuana Legalization For That
Legal marijuana in Colorado is attracting hordes of visitors to the Centennial State. A recent study from the Colorado Tourism Office showed that legal weed is a very strong motivator to get people to make […]
Twitter’s New Growth Strategy: Extort Public WiFi Users
Anyone who wants to access the internet on the subways of the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) will be forced to create a Twitter account. The TTC has expanded its free Wi-Fi to four new stations, […]
Ending Texts With This Punctuation Could Be Seen As Cold And Heartless
It’s official – ending your text message with a period is a social no-no, regardless of what grammar experts say. A team of Binghamton University researchers led by Celia Klin says a study they carried […]