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From Tesla To Gm, Automakers Eye ‘white Gold’ In This Toxic Desert Lake

The "brine" beneath this remote Californian lake could provide more lithium than any source on the planet, enough to power all domestic EV car batteries for decades to come. But will the "white gold" rush be all that it promises?

EU Says Apple Pay Restrictions May Harm Competitors

The European Union is warning Apple about possible antitrust violations after an investigation into the iPhone maker's dominance in mobile retail payments.

Ingenuity Helicopter Takes Photos Of Debris Field On Mars

The Ingenuity helicopter has captured a unique bird's-eye perspective of the gear that helped land the Perseverance rover on Mars.

5G And The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Could Help End The Digital Divide 

The last two years have underlined what we already knew: the digital divide in America is real and has consequences for millions of Americans. An affordable, reliable connection is imperative in participating in the 21st century economy, and those families relying on mobile-only access are falling behind. Often, they cannot attend class online or seek a career opportunity that offers the possibility of working remotely. And as more services, job applications, and infrastructure moves online, the gap is only widening. 

‘We Come For Our Own’

After some of the hundreds of Black students stranded in the besieged city of Sumy, Ukraine, released desperate pleas for help on social media earlier this month, a grassroots group of volunteers sprang into action to help them safely evacuate the war zone.

Uber And Lyft Are Offering Fuel Surcharges And Cash Back Offers For Workers

In response to soaring gas prices, Uber and Lyft recently announced they'll start tacking on temporary fuel surcharges to rides.

The U.S. Dollar Could Go Digital. Here’s What You Need To Know

With the Biden administration now throwing new weight behind innovating Americans’ money, here’s what to know about a potential CBDC.

Wordle And Your Brain: Does Playing Make You Smarter?

Wordle-bragging, arguably one of the newest forms of humble-bragging, has taken over social media.

Meta Says It’s Shut Down A Pro-Russian Disinformation Network

Facebook's parent Meta said Monday it has caught dozens of fake, pro-Russian accounts, groups and pages across its platforms trying to spread anti-Ukrainian propaganda as the war in Ukraine continues to rage.

AT&T Is Shutting Down Its 3G Network. Here’s How It Could Impact You

Twenty years after 3G was first introduced in the United States, paving the way for a new generation of mobile apps, the network is officially being phased out.

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Morehouse College Might Halt Graduation ‘on The Spot’ If There Are...

Morehouse College President David A. Thomas said Thursday he would shut down commencement ceremonies “on the spot” rather than allow police to remove student protesters in zip ties during President Joe Biden’s graduation speech.