Trump Signs Executive Order on Cybersecurity
11 May 2017 Critics say the order threatens to lead to a "haphazard patchwork of fixes" regarding how to deter online attacks.
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Activists Threaten to Spill Congress’ Browsing Histories After Privacy Rollback Vote
One activist says he plans to create a searchable tool that allows constituents to look up legislators' browsing histories.
SpaceX Rocket Explodes on Florida Launchpad
1 September 2016 The rocket was carrying a communications satellite that was supposed to bring Internet service to remote parts of Africa.
Internaut Day: The Web’s Birthday?
23 August 2016 23 August is supposed to be the anniversary of the World Wide Web's birth, but that isn't its actual origin date.
America to Hand Off Internet Domain Name Control
18 August 2016 Despite what critics charge, the U.S. isn't giving away the Internet, but America is relinquishing control over a critical component of its infrastructure.
Nine-Year-Old Murders Parents After They Turn Off Wi-Fi for Punishment
24 June 2016 An article reporting that a child killed his parents because they wouldn't let him access the Internet came from a "satire" web site.
FALSE: Female Killer in Las Vegas Shouted ‘Allahu Akbar’
21 December 2015 A female driver accused of intentionally running down multiple pedestrians in Las Vegas did not shout "Allahu Akbar" during the incident.
Trump Wants to Shut Down the Internet?
9 December 2015 Donald Trump made some confusing remarks about an internet shutdown or ban, but he appeared to be describing a counterterror plan.
Facebook Closed Feb. 29-30-31?
Rumor: Facebook be closed for maintenance on Feb. 29, 30, and 31.
Mum e-Dearest
19 December 2005 French playboy discovers the woman he's been romancing on the Internet for months is his mother.
Instagram Cancellation Hoax
Is Instagram overloaded and about to cancel the accounts of users who don't follow the instructions in a posted message?
Is the ‘Talking Angela’ App Unsafe for Children?
3 September 2013 The Talking Angela app supposedly unsafely prompts children to provide personal information about themselves.
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Did Republicans Actually Say These Things About Rape?
27 February 2014 A list purportedly offers controversial and embarrassing statements about rape made by Republican politicians.
Is This a Photograph of a 12-Week Fetus?
10 November 2013 An image many have viewed as a photograph of first trimester fetus is actually a picture of a hand-painted resin doll crafted by an artist.
Does an Ohio Anti-Abortion Bill Ban Birth Control?
20 May 2019 HB 182 would limit access to, but not criminalize use of, certain types of birth control.
Was WWE Wrestler Ric Flair Declared Brain Dead?
17 May 2019 A number of rumors were circulated in May 2019 after the retired wrestler was hospitalized.
Is This 450-Pound Dog Real?
1 April 2019 And who is walking whom in this relationship?