Science + Technology
SETH BORENSTEIN AP Science Writer
Not so random: Science finds that being kind pays off
Numerous studies show that when people perform acts of kindness they feel better, are happier and in some cases healthier.6 years ago
Kelli Pierce
Canyons School District likely won’t mandate student masks
Some teachers in the Canyons School District are concerned about a District proposal that does not require student masks.6 years ago
Jack Guy, CNN
Flying snakes? Here’s how they can glide through the air
For some, the sight of a snake slithering on the ground is scary enough, so how about one launching itself through the air?6 years ago
Allen Kim, CNN
This is what space smells like: a new fragrance recreates the scent
If you've ever wondered what space smells like, a new fragrance called Eau de Space may hold the answer to that for you.6 years ago
BARBARA ORTUTAY AP Technology Writer
Facebook to flag all rule-breaking posts – even Pres. Trump’s
Facebook says it will flag all 'newsworthy' posts from politicians that break its rules, including those from President Donald Trump.6 years ago
The Associated Press
Genetic geneology used to solve 1982 cold case
A new investigative technique known as genetic geneology testing helped Columbus, Ohio police solve a 38-year cold case involving the murder of a child.6 years ago
MARCIA DUNN AP Aerospace Writer
Spacewalking astronaut loses mirror, newest space junk
A spacewalking astronaut has added to the pieces of junk orbiting the Earth. The commander of the International Space Station, Chris Cassidy, had barely exited the hatch Friday when he reported that his left wrist mirror had floated away.6 years ago
Ashley Strickland, CNN
Astronomers may have detected light from colliding black holes for the first time
When black holes collide, they typically create gravitational waves that can be detected on Earth, but not light. Now, for the first time, astronomers believe they have detected the first light from a black hole merger.6 years ago
Colby Walker
Bialik and Batman: Actor teams up with DC for science books
“The Big Bang Theory” actor and neuroscientist Mayim Bialik is teaming with DC Entertainment on a project that joins superhero power to the power of science.6 years ago
Leah Asmelash, CNN
NASA will name its headquarters after Mary W. Jackson, the agency’s first African American female engineer
NASA is renaming its headquarters after Mary W. Jackson, the agency's first African American female engineer who helped inspire the story behind the book and film "Hidden Figures."6 years ago
Kelli Pierce
South Salt Lake now requires people to tell first responders if patients have COVID-19
First responders with the South Salt Lake Fire Department responded to at least 3 calls where they had not been notified they were responding to a person who had COVID-19.6 years ago
Kelli Pierce
Salt Lake County mayor asks governor for permission to require face coverings
Salt Lake County Mayor Jenny Wilson has now sent a letter to Governor Gary Herbert asking for permission to make wearing face coverings mandatory in restaurants (except when someone is eating their food), retail stores, and at community gatherings.6 years ago
Kelli Pierce
Inland Port Authority releases new business plan, face public push back
The Inland Port Authority on Monday voted to approve a five year business plan to make the future logistics hub in northwest Salt Lake City more environmentally friendly.6 years ago
Clare Duffy and Shannon Liao, CNN Business
Microsoft is shutting down streaming platform Mixer to partner with Facebook Gaming
Microsoft is shutting down its video game streaming platform, Mixer, after its growth failed to meet the company's expectations.6 years ago
Kaya Yurieff, CNN Business
Here’s everything you need to know about iOS 14
Apple just offered a glimpse at how the experience of using an iPhone is about to change.6 years ago
Sherisse Pham, CNN Business
Fugaku, the world’s fastest computer, is researching the spread of Covid-19
For the first time in years, Japan has the fastest supercomputer in the world and it's being used to research the spread and treatment of the novel coronavirus.6 years ago
Mary Richards
BYU graduates, students create compact, low-cost ventilator
The FDA gave the group of BYU graduates and students emergency approval to produce the compact ventilator during the pandemic.6 years ago
By Rishi Iyengar, CNN Business
Apple could switch to its own chips for Macs. Here’s what that means
Apple may be gearing up for a big update under the hood of its computers that could result in several changes for its users.6 years ago
Kelli Pierce
Health officials urge caution as nine more Utah counties move to green
The counties moving to green in Utah have low COVID-19 case rates and few hospitalizations -- and represent just three percent of state residents.6 years ago
Kelli Pierce
FDA COVID-19 antibody tests are pulled from approval
The FDA has pulled its approval of rapid COVID-19 antibody tests that have been taken by thousands of Utahns so far. It to may have been for nothing.6 years ago
Kelli Pierce
As COVID cases double, Dr. Dunn says Utah is in ‘acceleration phase’
Utah's COVID-19 case counts have doubled in recent weeks and more of those cases ending up in the hospital has State Epidemiologist worried that Utah isn't flattening the curve, but is in an acceleration phase.6 years ago
Simone Seikaly
Local police respond to nationwide T-Mobile issue
SALT LAKE CITY — At least two police departments in Utah have responded to a T-Mobile issue affecting customers nationwide. Via their Twitter accounts, Layton and Provo City police informed their followers of the T-Mobile outages. T-Mobile users may be unable to dial out, including to 911. If you are unable to call during an […]6 years ago
ALANNA DURKIN RICHER Associated Press
Feds: eBay staff sent spiders, roaches to harass couple
Six former eBay Inc. employees have been charged with waging a campaign to terrorize and intimidate the editor and publisher of an online newsletter.6 years ago
