Apple releases emergency software update to fix security flaw

Apple released an emergency security software patch to fix a vulnerability that an internet watchdog group says allowed spyware from the world’s most infamous hacker-for-hire firm, NSO Group, to infect the iPhone of a Saudi activist without any user interaction.

Texas teen uses TikTok to sabotage abortion whistleblower website

A Fort Bend Co. teen went online, used some sarcasm when telling her followers what to do to overwhelm the website and cause it to crash, which it did.

Alleged killer's incriminating Facebook photo may be his downfall

An accused killer posted a photo of himself wearing the same clothes he wore during an alleged murder, leading police to a prompt arrest.

Netflix reality competition 'The Circle' returns for a new season

The Netflix reality competition follows a group of strangers, all isolated individually, who can only communicate with each other through a social media platform called "The Circle" – and because of this, they can lie, cheat and ‘catfish’ their way into victory.

Netflix reality competition 'The Circle' returns for a new season
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The Netflix reality competition follows a group of strangers, all isolated individually, who can only communicate with each other through a social media platform called "The Circle" ? and because of this, they can lie, cheat and ?catfish? their way into victory.

Report: 44-percent increase of hate crimes in the Midwest
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Concerning new data says hate crimes are up in the Midwest. David Goldenberg breaks down the shocking new stats.

China limits children to 3 hours of online gaming per week

China is banning children from playing online games for more than three hours a week, the harshest restriction so far on the game industry as Chinese regulators continue cracking down on the technology sector.

Quadriplegic Chicagoan participating in potentially game-changing research for robotic prosthetic limbs
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Scott Imbrie and Sliman Bensmaia talk about the potentially game-changing research into robotic prosthetic limbs and the advancements it could make for those incapacitated by devastating injuries.

Why digital estate planning is so important in the 21st century
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Craig Bolanos, founder and CEO of Wealth Management Group, explains what digital estate planning is and how to go about building your inventory.

Hinsdale sisters launch effort to get more girls into STEM-related fields
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Hinsdale natives Gabrielle and Dominique Roberts talk about their nonprofit "Code Your Chances," which aims to inspire a new generation of girls and women to pursue careers in STEM-related fields.

Bipedal robot becomes 1st ever to run 5K, university says

A robot named Cassie became the first machine of its kind to run a 5K footrace — and she did it in one charge.

Apple to scan U.S. iPhones for images of child sexual abuse

Apple unveiled plans to scan U.S. iPhones for images of child sexual abuse, drawing applause from child protection groups but raising concern among some security researchers that the system could be misused, including by governments looking to surveil their citizens.

'Crying Karen' TikTok trend showcases troubling stereotype
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Dr. Suzanne Degges-White from the NIU College of Education breaks down the phenomena behind the "Crying Karen" TikTok trend.

Diving into the murky depths of COVID disinformation
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Imran Ahmed, CEDO of the Center for Countering Digital Hate, talks about their list of the "Disinformation Dozen" and the ways people manipulate messaging to spread fear and untruths.

Facebook rejects Illinois police group's ‘officer of the year’ post over ‘sensitive social issues’: report

The Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police wanted more people to know about hero East Peoria Officer Jeffrey Bieber, so it planned to pay Facebook extra for a "boost" in distribution of its post, according to a report.