Russian sentenced to five years in prison for Trickbot malware

A Russian man involved in developing the Trickbot malware has been sentenced to more than five years in prison in Ohio. A Russian man has been sentenced to more than…

Meta beefs up teen defenses at Instagram and Messenger

Meta has been steadily ramping up defenses for young users of its apps in the aftermath of accusations it put profit over their well-being. Meta on Thursday began blocking messages…

Researchers enhance safety of lithium batteries with graft polymerization technique

GM bets on e-vehicles with $1.4 bn investment in Brazil

Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain General Motors said Wednesday it will invest seven billion reais (more than $1.4 billion) in Brazil in the next five years to develop electric vehicle production…

New Biomarker Measures Infant Stress and Development Risks

Summary: Researchers discovered a biomarker that can predict the impact of early toxic stress on infant cognitive development and health. The study used F2-isoprostane, a marker for oxidative stress, to…

Amazon tightens police access to Ring camera video

Human rights advocates contend the ability to easily share Ring doorbell and security camera video with police has exacerbated racial profiling. Amazon on Wednesday said it will stop letting police…

Self-Compassion Is Key to Happier Romantic Relationships

Summary: Self-compassion in romantic relationships leads to greater happiness for both partners. The research, involving 209 heterosexual couples, shows that men particularly benefit when their partner practices self-compassion. This study…

Online retailer eBay is cutting 1,000 jobs. It’s the latest tech company to reduce its workforce

In this Feb. 24, 2010 file photo, an eBay logo is seen at their offices in San Jose, Calif. Online retailer eBay Inc. will cut about 1,000 jobs, or an…

Rumination Alters Brain’s Response to Social Rejection

Summary: A new study reveals that adolescent girls who ruminate show distinct brain activity patterns when facing social rejection. Using fMRI scans, the research demonstrates increased activity in brain areas…

Popping a champagne cork reveals propulsive dynamics