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WhatsApp tries to curb misinformation, and annoying aunts and uncles

WhatsApp tries to curb misinformation, and annoying aunts and uncles

WhatsApp has been accused of being used to spread rumors -- with serious consequences. Now the ubiquitous messaging app is moving to limit how many people users can forward messages to.
by Jasmine Garsd

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Lunar eclipse provides celestial treat for Minnesota skywatchers

Lunar eclipse provides celestial treat for Minnesota skywatchers

The eclipse reached totality at about 10:41 p.m. Sunday, turning the moon an orange-red hue for about an hour, until the Earth's shadow started to recede.
by Andrew Krueger

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Shutdown makes government websites more vulnerable to hackers, experts say

Shutdown makes government websites more vulnerable to hackers, experts say

The longer the federal shutdown lasts, the more likely security breaches of government websites become, cyber specialists say. And it could lead to security problems long after the government reopens.
by Laura Sydell

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Heads-up for Sunday, a super 'blood moon' is on the way

Heads-up for Sunday, a super 'blood moon' is on the way

Not only will the moon be particularly close to Earth, but it will also be bathed in a reddish light just before midnight Eastern time.
by Ian Stewart

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The tale of the Spinosaurus

You know the T. rex. But do you know the Spinosaurus? Along with other scientists, Paleontologist Nizar Ibrahim worked with new fossil discoveries and old drawings to bring the giant creature back to science.
by Angela Davis

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Moon magic: Museum celebrates lunar eclipse, all things astronomy this weekend

Moon magic: Museum celebrates lunar eclipse, all things astronomy this weekend

The University of Minnesota's Bell Museum is planning a year of activities celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Apollo moon landing -- and it kicks off this weekend with a treat for nighttime skywatchers.
by Andrew Krueger

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Scientists have 'hacked photosynthesis' in search of more productive crops

Scientists have 'hacked photosynthesis' in search of more productive crops

Scientists have re-engineered photosynthesis, the foundation of life on Earth, creating genetically modified plants that grow faster and bigger. They hope it leads to bigger harvests of food.
by Dan Charles

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