US Supreme Court backs Facebook in case about unwanted texting
The case highlighted the challenge for the justices in applying outdated laws to modern technologies.
Fri Apr 02 2021
Tajikistan officials are texting women to tell them what to wear
In: "national" Tajik dress, now required by law at all "traditional" gatherings. Out: the hijab, and other kinds of Muslim dress.
Sat Sep 09 2017
'I can't go out': Texting for help from Islamist-occupied Philippines city
Nixon texted and called throughout, until just over a week ago when the messages stopped abruptly, leaving his wife praying that it was just his cellphone battery that had died.
Thu Jun 22 2017
Teens who switch between TV and phone more likely to underperform at school
A study shows that having the TV on while texting on the phone is linked with greater impulsivity and a poorer working memory.
Fri May 20 2016
Apps against drunk texting
From blocking your contacts to analyzing your texts, these tools will try to save you from yourself.
Fri Dec 25 2015
French man jailed for phoning and texting his ex 21,807 times
A 33-year-old French man was sent to prison on Thursday after phoning and texting his ex-girlfriend 21,807 times.
Fri Sep 05 2014
Texting while walking impairs stride, poses risks - Report
The rise in the number of pedestrians injured while using their mobile phones to talk or text since 2006 has raised concern.
Fri Jan 24 2014
One novel way texting may help to lose weight
Dieters who received text reminders to stay on track with their weight-loss plans shed more weight, a new study finds.
Wed Oct 30 2013
How to tell when someone's lying in a text message
The study, conducted by Brigham Young University in Utah, found that when participants texted a lie, it took on average 10 percent longer to compose the message.
Wed Sep 11 2013
Gadget users: What you need to know about text thumb & text neck
Excessive texting on the smartphone and swiping the tablet can cause text thumb and text neck. Find out what it is and how you can be affected by it.
Sun Aug 11 2013
Is climate change making tropical storms more frequent? Scientists say it's unclear
Scientists say it remains unclear how much climate change is reshaping the storm season.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Samples obtained by Chinese spacecraft show moon's ancient volcanism
The material provides new insight into the moon's geological history including the oldest evidence to date of lunar volcanism.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The scamdemic targeting the young and vulnerable
Teenagers and young adults are becoming prime targets for a new wave of cyber scams, a trend raising alarm bells across Southeast Asia.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024