Can Online Learning Be Better This Fall? These Educators Think So
A new national effort aims to deliver better online learning to any district that wants it. Some worry the program is overpromising.
Technology
Bigger And Brawnier: Clout Of Amazon And CEO Jeff Bezos Under Scrutiny
The first congressional testimony by Jeff Bezos comes at a time when he and Amazon are seeming at their zenith, occupying ever-growing space in American culture.
Big Tech In Washington's Hot Seat: What You Need To Know
The heads of Facebook, Google, Amazon and Apple will face lawmakers' questions about whether they are using their power to squash competition.
Facebook Moves To Prevent Antiquities Looting. Critics Say It's Not Enough
Antiquities looters have been using Facebook to sell their stolen treasures — sometimes while the ancient items are still half-buried in the earth.
With November Approaching, Election Officials Still Face Safety, Security Fears
With about 100 days left before Election Day, election officials warned this week that they need money from the federal government to deal with the pandemic and long-standing cybersecurity threats.
U.S. Space Force Accuses Russia Of In-Orbit Testing Of Anti-Satellite Weapon
A Russian satellite hatched from another satellite fired a projectile last week that American military officials say is meant to take out other satellites. Moscow says it's an inspection tool.
Will TikTok Be Banned In The USA? It May Depend On Who Owns It
The White House is considering a number of economic sanctions to cut off the hugely popular Chinese-owned app from U.S. users over national security concerns.
Why President Trump Wants To Push For A TikTok App Ban
The Trump administration is threatening to ban the hugely popular TikTok social app, the latest effort by the administration to prevent Chinese companies from gaining access to U.S. markets.
Trump Administration Is Considering Ban On TikTok In The U.S.
While Congress is debating whether to ban the popular video-sharing app TikTok on government devices, the Trump administration is threatening a broader clampdown, given the app's Chinese roots.
White Castle To Introduce Kitchen Robotic Assistant Flippy
The burger chain White Castle announced a partnership Wednesday with the California-based startup Miso Robotics to introduce Flippy, a kitchen robot that flips patties and cooks fries.