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  • From swipe strips to microchips

    The microchips will take the place of magnetic swipe strips, as companies aim to increase security and prevent hacking.

    Sept 28, 2015 read more
  • China’s president pledges to fight cybercrime

    The U.S. and China consider coming together to disallow the Chinese government from overseas commercial theft and state hacking.

    Sept 23, 2015 read more
  • Is ‘hashtagging’ your social justice action for the day enough?

    Everyone from Obama to Zuckerberg has reached out in support of the 14-year-old Muslim boy detained after bringing a homemade clock to his school. But was it enough?

    Sept 18, 2015 read more
  • Texas high schooler arrested after bringing homemade clock to class

    Ahmed Mohamed was arrested at his high school in Irving, Texas, after bringing his homemade clock to class.

    Sept 16, 2015 read more
  • Safer flying for people with peanut allergies

    A coalition of allergy organizations wants airlines to be required to carry EpiPens to treat anyone going into anaphylactic shock.

    Sept 1, 2015 read more
  • Refusal to issue marriage licenses continues

    Critics of Rowan County, KY clerk, Kim Davis are calling for the district judge to hold her in contempt of court, which could mean fines or jail time.

    Sept 1, 2015 read more
  • Wind powered beach creatures visit U.S.

    Dutch artist Theo Janson’s Strandbeests (‘beach animals’) are set to make appearances in Chicago and San Francisco.

    Aug 31, 2015 read more
  • How Bits Of Pink Chewing Gum In A Pouch Changed Baseball

    The story of Big League Chew starts in a bullpen, where two pitchers didn’t like players’ habit of chewing tobacco.

    May 28, 2015 read more
    Listen — 10:57
  • Your Brain on Taser

    Many departments are relying more heavily on “less than lethal” force to subdue suspects, but research shows the debilitating effects of Tasers may last longer than previously thought.

    April 30, 2015 read more
  • After Riots, Baltimore Orioles To Play In Empty Stadium

    The baseball game is closed to the public because of concerns of unrest. We speak with two sports radio hosts in Baltimore.

    April 29, 2015 read more
    Listen — 7:16
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