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Smooth, silent, strange: What it's really like to hail a robotaxi
A firsthand account of the future.
By Rebecca Ruiz
Robot, take the wheel: What you need to know about autonomous vehicles rolling out across the U.S.
Autonomous cars are becoming a part of daily life even as we learn more about their safety.
By Rebecca Ruiz
Addresses, earnings, medical records of Americans could be in DOGE's hands soon
The Department of Government Efficiency just ousted the head of the Social Security Administration and is now trying to access the agency's records.
This Chrome extension will change 'Gulf of America' back to 'Gulf of Mexico'
Developers are reclaiming the title, defying Trump's semantic crusade.
Protesters decry 'fascist Elon Musk' at dozens of Tesla showrooms nationwide
#TeslaTakeover tries to hit Musk where it hurts.
No, Libs of TikTok, Planned Parenthood's Instagram wasn't hacked
Gear up for National Condom Week.
Google Family Link gets a new look, more tools
If you've struggled to use Family Link, you'll probably like this update.
By Rebecca Ruiz
How Gen Z uses the internet to self diagnose and get help
This generation is savvier than it gets credit for.
By Rebecca Ruiz
Meta-funded program teaches tweens about online exploitation
Parents and educators can use the curriculum for free.
By Rebecca Ruiz
Judge demands Trump officials restore websites on HIV, contraception
The government was ordered to restore the websites — quickly.
Google Calendar cuts Black History Month, Pride Month, and more
Google said it's part of a more 'sustainable' push for the scheduler.
Meta begins slashing thousands from its workforce
Notifications went out this morning; many more are expected to follow.
Bookmark these abortion resources now
Reproductive justice orgs face an increasingly hostile online environment, as social media leaders bow to the Trump agenda.
What Elon Musk could do with the digital keys to the kingdom
Experts worry that Musk could use government data to punish enemies and stop government payments.
By Rebecca Ruiz
ICE is gaming Google searches regarding mass deportations, report suggests
Immigration enforcement makes an SEO play.
A mindfulness-themed browser is (calmly) shaking up search
The internet doesn't have to be a stress factory.
For America's lonely seniors, robot pets are more than a novelty
Hundreds of thousands of companion pets are helping to ease the pain of isolation and solitude.
What is USAID and why is Elon Musk trying to kill it?
Musk cut off the humanitarian agency, barred employees, and ripped down the USAID website.
USAID website shut down as Musk kills humanitarian aid agency
USAID.gov is unreachable and the foreign aid agency is targeted for termination.
This Gen Z-er quit social media and hasn't looked back since
APPstinent founder Gabriela Nguyen has a plan to help anyone log off for good.
By Rebecca Ruiz
Four actions to reduce social media risks for your child
Fighting Big Tech can feel overwhelming, but small steps make a huge difference.
By Mitch Prinstein, PhD
How to protect your keepsakes in case an emergency hits
Backing up important documents and treasured memories is more important than ever.
Meta platforms blocked posts by abortion pill providers
The company said it wasn't related to the recent policy changes.
By Anna Iovine
Immigration red cards: The internet rallies to protect undocumented community
Digital communities shore up against La Migra.
