UNITED NATIONS — UN experts say they are investigating at least 35 instances in 17 countries of North Koreans using cyberattacks to illegally raise money for weapons of mass destruction programs — and they are calling for sanctions against ships providing gasoline and diesel fuel to the country. Last week, the Associated Press quoted a … Continue reading "UN probing 35 North Korean cyberattacks in 17 countries"
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Ex-school nurse admits to having sex with student, offering him $2K in hush money
A former elementary school nurse in Missouri admitted to having sex with an underage student multiple times — and offering him $2,000 in hush money, according to a report. Tina Maria Sumner pleaded guilty on Friday to two counts of statutory rape and one count of victim tampering in a plea deal that will send … Continue reading "Ex-school nurse admits to having sex with student, offering him $2K in hush money"
Read MoreNYPD union boss sent members overtly racist video in email
The NYPD sergeants’ union urged members to “pay close attention to every word” of an overtly racist video that the group shared over the weekend — in which an unidentified narrator bemoans “Section 8 scam artists and welfare queens” — before quickly deleting it, The Post has learned. “Pay close attention to every word. You … Continue reading "NYPD union boss sent members overtly racist video in email"
Read MoreHackers can turn headphones into ‘acoustic weapons,’ cybersecurity expert warns
Speakers on your phone, computer and other internet-connected devices could be hacked and used to wreak havoc on your eardrums, warns a new investigation. Click Here: new york city fc jersey A cybersecurity expert claims to have conducted a malware test that found everyday items like headphones could be turned into “acoustic weapons.” According to … Continue reading "Hackers can turn headphones into ‘acoustic weapons,’ cybersecurity expert warns"
Read MoreItalian Americans pan Chris Cuomo\u2019s \u2018Fredo\u2019 ethnic slur claim
Italian American New Yorkers weighed in Tuesday on Chris Cuomo’s claim that “Fredo” is an ethnic slur — and while they said it’s insulting, the agreement was that anyone who likens it to the N-word is stunad. “If anything, when we call somebody ‘Fredo’ it’s like [to say they’re] stupid,” said a worker at Bensonhurst … Continue reading "Italian Americans pan Chris Cuomo\u2019s \u2018Fredo\u2019 ethnic slur claim"
Read MoreEmoni Bates is basketball’s next teenage phenom: ‘Better than LeBron’
Some teenage phenoms, such as LeBron James, live up to the insane hype assigned to them, while others end up like Freddy Adu. The world will be watching to see how 15-year-old hoopster Emoni Bates handles the pressure — because he’s already being compared to one of the best ever. “In the best freshman conversation, … Continue reading "Emoni Bates is basketball’s next teenage phenom: ‘Better than LeBron’"
Read MoreTourists at ancient temple in Bali blasted for ‘disgusting’ actions with holy water
An Instagram-famous couple from the Czech Republic has been blasted for their “disgusting” actions with holy water at an ancient temple in Bali after the offensive spectacle was caught on camera. Though the tourists have since apologized, claiming that they didn’t know the site was sacred, many furious commenters believe otherwise. On Aug. 9, Sabina … Continue reading "Tourists at ancient temple in Bali blasted for ‘disgusting’ actions with holy water"
Read MoreSnap unveils third generation of Spectacles smart glasses
When it comes to wearable cameras, Snap is hoping that the third time is the charm. The parent company of disappearing-photo app Snapchat on Tuesday unveiled the latest iteration of its Spectacles smart glasses — which will now let users record photos and video in 3D. The frames will let users apply augmented reality filters … Continue reading "Snap unveils third generation of Spectacles smart glasses"
Read MoreThis Yankees lineup is so much more than just Oriole killers
The Orioles pitching staff extends batting practice into games. They provide a Fantasy Island-like ambience to opposing lineups — dreams come true. Gleyber Torres has enjoyed the hospitality most, with 13 homers in his first 16 games against the Orioles — or as many as Jackie Bradley Jr., Marwin Gonzalez and Adam Jones have all … Continue reading "This Yankees lineup is so much more than just Oriole killers"
Read MoreWhat to know about the nationwide hepatitis A outbreak
Hepatitis A outbreaks are spreading across the country, from California to Kentucky. The virus has sickened more than 23,600 people and killed more than 230 people since 2016, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Now public health experts are worried that the virus may soon become widespread across the country. Hepatitis A … Continue reading "What to know about the nationwide hepatitis A outbreak"
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