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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.

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.

Al Gore: ‘I Invented the Internet’

5 May 2005 - Despite decades of media mirth-making about the supposed statement, former vice president Al Gore never claimed he "invented the Internet."