NASA's Mars rover instrument MOXIE generates enough oxygen for small dog

The Mars Oxygen In-Situ Resource Utilization Experiment, or MOXIE, is a microwave-sized device that takes unbreathable Martian air and turns it into oxygen humans – and dogs – rely on.

Apple expected to unveil next generation of iPhones as company tries to reverse a recent sales slump

Apple is expected to take the wraps off its next iPhone on Tuesday during what has become an annual late summer rite aimed at giving more people more reasons to buy the technology trendsetter’s marquee product.

Apple's big event: Consumers likely to see new iPhone, Apple Watch

Apple will hold a widely-anticipated event Tuesday, with many expecting the tech giant to unveil new devices that could soon hit the market. One of those is the iPhone 15, according to reports.

Lithium deposit found in US may be among world’s largest, study finds

A new paper published in late August in Science Advances details what may be the largest deposit of lithium in the world, located in northern Nevada.

Smart plugs recalled over shock risk

The Consumer Products Safety Commission says the plugs aren't adequately grounded and could cause shock or a fire.

Using technology to help find missing children

The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children has a new way to alert people to be on the lookout for missing kids in their area.

Apple issues significant security update for iPhones, iPads

Apple released a significant security update for iPhones and iPads Thursday to patch newly discovered security vulnerabilities in the devices' system software.

One Chip Challenge: What to know about the social media trend that a family says killed their teenage boy

News that a family in Massachusetts claims the viral 'One Chip Challenge' resulted in the death of their son has cast a spotlight on the social media challenge. Here's what to know about the One Chip Challenge, and why it can cause some to feel ill or worse.

Google to require disclosure if AI alters voice, imagery in political ads

Political ads using artificial intelligence on Google and YouTube must soon be accompanied by a prominent disclosure if imagery or sounds have been synthetically altered.

Tyson Foods to test driverless trucks, transforming meat transportation

Tyson Foods, Inc. is entering the realm of self-driving vehicles through a partnership with Gatik AI, Inc. The meat processing and marketing giant plans to deploy autonomous refrigerated box trucks on predetermined short-haul routes in northwest Arkansas.

Teen dies after taking part in viral 'One Chip' social media challenge: 'We lost a rising star'

A Massachusetts teenager died Friday after he took part in a viral social media trend known as the "One Chip Challenge," which the teen's family believes contributed to his untimely death, according to reports.

2nd trial begins for Backpage founder, employees charged with facilitating prostitution, money laundering

A founder of the classified site Backpage.com and four employees carefully strategized how to bring in ads for prostitution to maintain their top-earning platform, a prosecutor said Thursday at a federal trial in Phoenix.

AI medical capabilities show accuracy in clinical decision making

ChatGPT was best in making a "final diagnosis," where it was 77% accurate, according to Mass General Brigham research

Scammer calls the 'right' victim - listen to the moment they knew they messed up

“Scam Likely.” You may have seen that flash across your caller ID once or twice. Listen as a potential scammer finds out what happens when you get the ‘right’ victim who knows exactly how to handle the situation.

Apple reportedly doing 3D printing trials for watches

The tech giant has recently done so for the steel casing of the Apple Watch 9, Bloomberg reported Wednesday.

Saudi man gets death sentence for posts on social media

A Saudi court has sentenced a man to death over his posts on X, formerly known as Twitter, and his activity on YouTube.