Although getting your flu vaccination is probably the last thing you’re thinking about in August, recent news sources have reported that flu vaccines are now available and are being offered in preparation for the fast-approaching winter months. Experts say that prevention is key when it comes to fighting the flu, and it’s never too early to […]
Month: August 2014
Canada’s National Research Council Targeted by Possible Chinese Cyber Attack
The National Research Council recently experienced a major cyber attack, and it believes China is to blame. The Council, which is responsible for business-related technology research, stated that the Communications Security Establishment detected the highly sophisticated cyber attack against the NRC’s IT infrastructure. The Council also claims that the attack came from a “Chinese state-sponsored […]
Treating Gum Disease to Treat Other Chronic Health Issues
Around 75% of American adults believe that good teeth attract the opposite sex, but what happens when you have gum disease? Gum disease has been found to be linked to various other health issues, which can’t be good for scoring that hot date. This oral health condition begins when the sticky, filmy, bacteria-infected layer known […]
Hackers Target POS Systems with Backoff Malware
According to a new report released by the US Department of Homeland Security on Thursday, hackers are now using malware to steal consumer payment information through point-of-sale systems. In fact, one particular malware program called Backoff may have already affected as many as 600 businesses. Malware like Backoff and it’s lesser known relative BrutPOS break in through […]
Salary Gag Orders Still Common in U.S. Despite Being Illegal
Have you ever been told by an employer to refrain from telling your coworkers how much money you earn? If so, you’re not alone. An author for The Atlantic recently wrote a piece about this issue, and it seems that many Americans hear this order from their employers and are even threatened with a termination of employment […]
New Study Finds Sleep May Be the Final Frontier For Astronauts
Sleep troubles are an all too common problem for people in the United States. At least two thirds of Americans struggle to get a good night’s rest, according to the American Sleep Foundation. For many, this only means having to stifle more yawns during the first few hours of the day or having to grab an […]
Three-Year-Old Boy Saves Elderly Man’s Life by Rescuing Him From Hot Car
A 3-year-old boy saved the day in Knoxville, Tenn., when he noticed an elderly man trapped in a hot car. Bob King, 68, was waiting in the car for his wife, Jenny, to finish an event at Vestal Baptist Church and found himself trapped inside the car. The door had fallen shut and locked automatically, a […]
New York’s Public Housing System Enters Financial Crisis Mode
New York City public housing is in demand from just about everyone, but there may not be enough to go around. Mayor Bill de Blasio has a plan to convert open land in the projects into affordable housing units, and over a quarter of a million families are on the waiting list for the New […]
New Orleans Officers to Show a Bit of Ink
New Orleans is known for its eclectic citizens, great food, and wild holiday celebrations. But what many may not know about the southern city is it was harsh on it’s tattoo laws — until just recently. Police officers throughout the city have reason to rejoice: The department’s policy on tattoos has changed for the better. Americans spend around […]
Indian Doctors Remove 232 Teeth From Boy’s Mouth
Ashik Gavai went to the doctor because of a swollen, puffy cheek, and came out with a world record. Several months ago, Gavai began experiencing pain and swelling in his jaw area. Eventually his parents realized Gavai would need to visit a doctor, and brought the 17-year-old to the state-run JJ Hospital in Mumbai, India. […]