Tech & Science

(The Christian Post) Facebook has removed the page of Restored Hope Network, a Christian ministry that helps those with unwanted sexual attractions and gender confusion. While no explanation was given as to why the page was taken down, the ministry believes the social media giant's move is part of ongoing efforts in support of government prohibitions on the practice of what … [Read more...] about Facebook Shuts Down Christian Ministry’s Page With No Explanation

(Techradar) iOS 14 is here, and it brings with it a wealth of upgrades for your Apple handset. There are widgets, a new app drawer, and even the ability to finally change your default browser or email client. One of the more understated features, however, has to do with the little orange and green dots that can appear on the top of your device's screen, with the latter … [Read more...] about What Do the Orange and Green Dots Mean on Your iPhone in IOS 14?

(Relevant) Facebook is amping up its crackdown on the pro-Trump conspiracy theory known as QAnon is a big way, banning any group, page or Instagram account that openly identifies with the rapidly growing fringe movement. It’s a significant escalation from Facebook’s earlier vow to ban QAnon accounts calling for violence, which was criticized for not doing enough to stem the … [Read more...] about Facebook Has Banned The QAnon Conspiracy On All Its Platforms

(Engadget) CRISPR gene editing promises to revolutionize medical science, and two of its pioneers are getting a prestigious award for their efforts. Emmanuelle Charpentier (shown at left) and Jennifer Doudna (right) have received the 2020 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for their roles in discovering the CRISPR/Cas9 “genetic scissors” used to cut DNA. Charpentier found the key … [Read more...] about CRISPR Gene Editing Pioneers Win the 2020 Nobel Prize in Chemistry

(C|Net) As the coronavirus pandemic exacerbates mental health problems worldwide, Facebook is launching a new emotional health resource center with expert guides and information, to connect users of the social media platform and the other apps it owns with services and support, the company said in a blog post on Monday.  Emotional Health will be a centralized resource center … [Read more...] about Facebook To Launch Mental Health Portal To Connect Users To Info, Support