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As Atlanta seeks to restore services, ransomware attacks are on the rise

As Atlanta seeks to restore services, ransomware attacks are on the rise

The FBI says the practice of locking computer systems in exchange for money has become increasingly common, and that cities, schools and hospitals are especially vulnerable to hackers.
by Vanessa Romo

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Why scientists need empathy

Why scientists need empathy

Science and math training are important for those hoping to work in STEM fields. But what about empathy? Do scientists and engineers need to develop emotional intelligence?

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What happens if you're exposed to PFCs

Lake Elmo shut down the well after MDH reported seeing high levels of perfluorochemicals or PFCs in the well for a year.
by Tom Crann

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Volkswagen stores 300,000 dirty diesels in massive auto boneyards

Volkswagen stores 300,000 dirty diesels in massive auto boneyards

Dramatic photos show thousands of the cars awaiting their fate. Volkswagen says it has paid more than $7.4 billion to buy back diesel cars in the U.S.

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Facebook down $80 billion in market value; Playboy, SpaceX, Tesla hit delete

Facebook down $80 billion in market value; Playboy, SpaceX, Tesla hit delete

The nosedive comes after Facebook admitted that Cambridge Analytica, a firm that worked on behalf of the 2016 Trump presidential campaign, misused personal information gathered on the social network to target U.S. voters. Since then, the company has seen a barrage of criticism for its failure to protect user data.

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Uber reaches settlement with family of Arizona woman killed by driverless car

Uber reaches settlement with family of Arizona woman killed by driverless car

An attorney representing the daughter and husband of 49-year-old Elaine Herzberg, says a settlement with the ride-hailing company has been reached, but provided no specifics.

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Facebook revamps privacy tools as tighter EU rules draw near

Facebook revamps privacy tools as tighter EU rules draw near

The changes won't affect Facebook's privacy policies or the types of data it gathers about its users. But the company hopes its 2.2 billion users will have an easier time navigating its complex and often confusing privacy and security settings.
by The Associated Press

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No fooling: Chinese space lab might plunge from orbit April 1

No fooling: Chinese space lab might plunge from orbit April 1

China's Tiangong-1, launched in 2013, is expected to re-enter the Earth's atmosphere sometime between March 31 and April 2, according to the European Space Agency.

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On the Media: What the Facebook flap really means

On the Media: What the Facebook flap really means

"On the Media" takes a look at what exactly went on with Cambridge Analytica and Facebook.
by MPR News Staff

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