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Your skin bacteria may explain why mosquitoes bite you
Researchers found two species of skin bacteria linked to fewer mosquito bites. Animal tests suggest they could lead to a new type of repellent.
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This Walmart-owned TV keeps tracking you, even after you opt out
In tests of 12 smart TVs, Vizio’s traffic to its viewing-tracking server didn’t drop at all even after researchers opted out in settings.
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Former officers kept using Flock cameras after leaving police
A Washington Post investigation found at least 11 cases of unauthorized Flock access, including ex-officers who kept their logins for years.
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TextNow’s Yello! joins a growing field of kids’ smartphones
TextNow’s Yello! costs $149.99 plus $19.99 a month and limits kids to approved contacts, joining kids’ phone rivals Freckle, Pinwheel, and Waffle Go.
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FTC estimates older Americans lost up to $119.5B to scams
The FTC’s annual report to Congress puts 2025 fraud losses for adults 60 and older between $13.3 billion and $119.5 billion, with investment scams on top.
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Bought bacon or pork? You may qualify for part of $117M settlement
Shoppers in 23 states and D.C. who bought bacon or pork chops in 2014–2018 can claim part of $117M. No receipt is needed to file.
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Google can now use insights from your Gmail and Photos to target ads
Google’s updated privacy policy lets apps you connect to Search help personalize ads, and an ad testing has begun. You can disconnect the apps any time.
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Burglars can leave DNA floating in the air after they’re gone
Researchers staged mock break-ins and found intruders’ DNA floating in the air of homes. Police could one day use it to catch burglars.
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Noise-canceling headphones cut post-surgery nausea by 32%
In a surgical trial, those who wore noise-canceling headphones under anesthesia were less likely to feel sick afterward.
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Scientists turn cancer-promoting protein into a weapon against tumors
Researchers have discovered that a protein known to help cancer cells thrive can also make immune cells more effective at destroying tumors.
