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.
Tagged "internet"
Activists Threaten to Spill Congress’ Browsing Histories After Privacy Rollback Vote
30 March 2017 - 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
22 August 1970 - 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?
22 August 1970 - 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
22 August 1970 - 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
22 August 1970 - 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’
22 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?
22 August 1970 - 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?
28 January 2015 - 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.
Al Gore: ‘I Invented the Internet’
22 August 1970 - Despite decades of media mirth-making about the supposed statement, former vice president Al Gore never claimed he "invented the Internet."
Instagram Cancellation Hoax
9 March 2014 - Is Instagram overloaded and about to cancel the accounts of users who don't follow the instructions in a posted message?
