“This legislative package will require more accurate data from internet service providers and ensure that new broadband service funded through the FCC will deliver internet at speeds required for the modern era.”
App NEWS
A Clash On Cyber Charters Kicks Off Fall Legislative Session In Harrisburg
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Gov. Wolf’s proposal includes specific measures that could limit cyber charter school growth
Uncategorized
Cornell Particle Accelerator Receives $7.1M Grant from Air Force
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The new high energy x-ray beams will also be available to manufacturers.
Is Facebook Too Big? New York’s Attorney General Wants To Know
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Attorneys general from eight states and the District of Columbia have launched a probe into Facebook and its market dominance. The Justice Department has also launched an antitrust review of big tech.
Crime and Justice
Postal Feature Might Protect Mail From ‘Porch Pirates’
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For people concerned about “porch pirates” walking off with their packages, the U.S. Postal Service offers a free service to help customers keep track of their mail.
News
Congressman Warns Of ‘Catastrophic Event’ During Cybersecurity Roundtable
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“I think businesses and entities don’t always pay enough attention to the cyber issues and as the threat builds and conflicts grow internationally, it’s a very serious component.”
Google Owes New York Millions Over Allegations YouTube Collected Kids’ Personal Info
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Google will pay a $170 million to settle the Federal Trade Commission and the New York Attorney General’s allegations that YouTube collected personal information from children.
Education
Research Shows Thousands Could Be Saved With Better Air Quality Standards
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New research from Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh shows thousands of lives could be saved each year if air quality standards were tightened.
Finger Lakes Hosts Nation’s First Hemp Seed Bank
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U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer (D-NY) recently announced that the project will get $500,000 of federal funding. The new seed bank will be located at Cornell AgriTech in Geneva, New York.
Environment
Senator Says USDA Wrongly Halted Research Into Honeybees
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“At this time, when our bees are dying off, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has done a very quiet but very dumb thing. They’ve stopped collecting critical scientific data on honeybees.”
Crime and Justice
Brindisi Calls For Probe After Graphic Photos Of Utica Murder Stayed On Social Media
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The alleged killer of Bianca Devins posted images of her death on social media that remained visible on platforms like Instagram for more than a week.