WordPress Malware Infects Victims Through Pirated Premium Themes
The malware, which has been around for months, has now adopted a new mode of attack.
A Smartphone Case That Measures Blood Glucose On The Move
The test using the new device can be done while on the move, and will take only about 20 seconds.
How 'Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom,' Its Dinosaurs, Volcanoes Stand Up To Science
There are dinosaurs and a giant volcano in 'Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom,' the latest installment of the franchise. But well do they stand up to scientific scrutiny?
Hacker Group Anonymous Threatens Cyberattack On US Govt. Again, Announces Target Websites
The group has targeted the websites of the White House and the Federal Reserve among others.
Alzheimer’s Patients In US Will More Than Double By 2060, Research Suggests
Currently, there are 5.5 million people with Alzheimer’s dementia in the U.S. Without intervention, that figure may more than double by 2060.
Some Video Games Improve Memory, Brain Functioning In Older Adults, Study Finds
More gray matter formed in the brains of senior citizens after playing video games, the study found.
Free Lyft Rides For South California Fire Evacuees: How To Avail Offer
Lyft offers free rides for up to $40 for the evacuees. Use the code LASAFERIDES to avail the free rides.
Security Flaw In Banking Apps Make Millions Of Users Vulnerable
Around 400 different apps were tested as part of the study that found critical flaws in banking apps.
Marijuana, Other Drugs Are More Potent Than Before In The US
The potency of drugs including marijuana in the U.S. has increased dramatically in the past few years.
Fitbit Helps Understand Cancer Surgery Recovery Better
The more number of physical activities that a patient performs post-surgery, the lesser the risk of a 30 and 60 day readmission after the surgery, study finds.
Peanut Allergy-Causing Genes Identified, Could Lead To Targeted Treatment
A new study is the first to completely trace the changes in gene expression before, during and after exposure to peanuts.
Hacker Attacks Mecklenburg County In North Carolina, Disrupt Services, Demands Ransom
The hacker has set a deadline for paying the ransom at 1 p.m Wednesday. The demand is for two bitcoins or $23,000.
Being Young And Disabled Increases Chance Of Arrest, Study Finds
The young and disabled in America have it bad.
As Amazon Adds Robot Workers, Retail Jobs Fall
Amazon is said to have added about 75,000 new robots to their workforce this year alone.
Exposure To Hate Speech Could Make You More Prejudiced, Study Finds
Study claimed that people who have been frequently exposed to hateful online commentaries become increasingly desensitized to them, and these comments ultimately shape their perceptions of minorities.
YouTube Child Abuse Videos Prompt Google To Hire Thousands Of Moderators
Youtube seems to be taking a firm stand to curb inappropriate content on its platform.
With 2 Supermoons Coming Up, How Special Would They Be?
The supermoon on Jan. 31, 2018, would also be a partial lunar eclipse for those in the Northeast. This means that though the lunar eclipse would be visible at moonset, inhabitants of the Eastern United States would see it in the morning.
Rodney Alcala The Dating Game Killer: A Psychological Profile
In an interview given to British magazine Pick Me Up!, Dr. Nicola Davis — a U.K.-based psychologist, researcher and writer — analyzed the aspects that could have led to Alcala becoming a serial killer.
HIV Could Now Be Prevented From Turning Infectious
HIV has killed more than 35 million people so far. The new breakthrough brings a much needed hope.
Holiday Planning Made Easier With Smart Apps
Be it preparing dinner, simplifying travel or tracking gift deliveries, there’s an app for everything this holiday season.
‘Xenoblade Chronicles 2’: New Franchise Entry Big Hit With Western Gamers
The series went decades without gaining a sizeable gamer base in the West. But the new entry in the franchise seems all set to change that.
Gmail Search Options: How To Find Things Easily In Your Inbox
Whether you are looking for something in your inbox or want to organize your mails better, these searches would help you.
Harmful Effects Of X-Ray Radiation Could Be Reduced By 100 Times
The new algorithm defines densities, edges and other parameters of tissues that are X-rayed and it could also identify changes in the tissues even as the radiation dosage is brought down significantly — by 100 fold or more.
Smartphone Addiction Alters Brain Chemistry In Young People For The Worse
A study found that addicted teens scored high in impulsiveness, anxiety, depression and insomnia.
Artificial Human Heart Muscle Created To Help Coronary Attack Victims
For the first time, there is now artificial human heart muscle big enough to be used to solve damage seen in heart attack victims.
Cure For Superbug Infections From Fecal Matter Bacteria, Now In Pill Form
The team at the University of Alberta, Canada, who conducted the study compared the two approaches — invasive colonoscopy and swallowing FMT as a sealed capsule — to come to their conclusion.
More Efficient, Safer Solid-State Magnesium-Ion Batteries Now Closer To Reality
Scientists have discovered the fastest ever magnesium-ion solid-state conductor, which is considered a key step toward creating batteries that are safe and energy-dense.
Bone Study Shows Prehistoric Women Had Really Strong Arms
Prehistoric agrarian women worked so hard they had stronger arms than today's semi-elite female rowers.
How To Pick The Best Health Plan, Also Easy On The Pocket
Accurately comparing different health plans could be tricky. Here’s an easy guide.
New Nanoscale Security Method May Be The Best Hacking Prevention
These primitives are created using a nanomaterial that’s cost-efficient and provides the highest possible structural randomness.