FAA Proposes $1.9 Million Fine Against Photo Company Over Drone Use
The Federal Aviation Administration said it was the largest civil penalty the agency has ever proposed after drone use allegedly endangered airspace safety.
Technology
Mispronunciations Aside, Computer Speech Has Come A Long Way
We go back in the NPR archives to find a 30-year-old progress report on the development of computer speech from NPR correspondent Ira Flatow. Things have come along quite a bit since then.
#MemeOfTheWeek: That Article From The Onion About Mass Shootings
The article reveals what the writers really feel about mass shootings in America, something mainstream media couldn't do.
Telemedicine Expands, Though Financial Prospects Still Uncertain
With apps and video chats now a part of many people's days, some firms and hospitals see big potential for health care delivered remotely. But a lot of insurers still aren't willing to pay for it.
How Do You Break Into an Industry While Breaking All the Rules?
What's in a name? For tech entrepreneur Dame Stephanie Shirley, bidding contracts under the name "Steve" enabled her to launch and grow a freelance software company with a virtually all-female staff.
Study: Social Media Play Key Role In Maintaining Teen Romances
Nearly two-thirds of teens say social media makes them feel more connected to what's happening in their significant other's life, according to a new study by the Pew Research Center.
No More Swiping: New Credit Cards Designed To Reduce Theft
Thursday is the beginning of the end for magnetic-stripe credit cards. With the change, banks say stores will have to pay for fraudulent purchases. The shift may be hard for some small retailers.
Twitter Is Reportedly Set To Remove 'Interim' From CEO Jack Dorsey's Title
Twitter has been searching for a permanent CEO since the exit of Dick Costolo on June 11, following a first-quarter net loss of $162 million.
Amid VW Scandal, Critics Want Access To Carmakers' Computer Code
Most of us are unaware of what goes on under the hood of our car. Some people, including safety researchers, would like to access the software. But a 1998 copyright law stands in the way.
Atlanta Tries To Carve Out A Niche In Tech
Many local startups say their biggest hurdle is cash. It's such a common complaint, Atlanta's mayor is launching a venture capital fund to help tech companies get off the ground.