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5 million bottles of household cleaner recalled — Check your home

It would be nice if every product we used was guaranteed to be safe, but that’s why we have recalls. The risks can range from mild to deadly. Here’s what you need to know about a popular brand of sunscreen that contains a cancer-causing ingredient.

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Things that were discovered by accident

The path of science is often a slow one, taking years of research and effort to bring ideas to life. Every once in a while, luck strikes and something new is suddenly born. And you won’t believe it, but some of the most important inventions in history were actually discovered by mistake.

Microsoft just added a new reason you might want to try Edge

In a recent update, Microsoft revealed that it would integrate OpenAI’s ChatGPT into its Bing search engine. If that isn’t enough to pique your interest, another update might make you want to give Edge another try.

Read on for a significant update coming to Edge that Microsoft hopes will make you switch browsers.

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Tech with ties to China: What to avoid

Color me surprised that TikTok hasn’t been banned in the U.S. yet. Can’t stop using it? Take this simple step to keep your data from going back to China.

It’s not just apps. More than a third of the world’s electronics are produced in China. There’s a difference between products made in China and those made by companies with ties to the Communist Chinese government.

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5 Siri Valentine's Day tips they'll never forget

If you’re on #TeamiPhone, you’re probably a Siri fan. We know we are. With Valentine’s Day coming up, we’re here with five top Siri tips that can help you make this year one to remember.

Read on for some fun ways to incorporate Siri into Valentine’s Day.

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This Amazon phishing scheme is stealing passwords

Amazon Web Services (AWS) forms the backbone of many online businesses as it’s an on-demand cloud platform that offers storage, website hosting, IT infrastructure, developer tools and more. Essentially, it’s a one-stop shop for anything you need to run your online company or service. 

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This airplane seat is the safest in the event of a crash

Are you a nervous flyer? It’s more common than you may think. Many people are not only afraid of heights, but the thought of an airplane crashing can terrify anyone. Believe it or not, there are safer locations on a plane than others in the event of a crash.

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A day in the life of a stealth bomber pilot

You’ve probably heard of the U.S. fleet of stealth bombers and their reputation as some of the most feared airplanes in the sky. As tools of destruction, they’ve been striking fear into our enemies for years. Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a pilot of one of these beasts? It takes a lot more than just guts.

Agree or disagree? Researchers say this is the most stressful time of day

Did you know that the time of day may impact how you’re feeling? It sounds crazy, but the effect is so real that it’s been shown to impact school performance in children.

Read on to find out what one team of researchers in the U.K. has learned about the most stressful time of day.

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Valentine's Day scams: How to spot 4 sneaky tricks (that fool lots of people)

If you plan something special for Valentine’s Day, you want to ensure everything goes alright. Of course, there are 10 clever ways Alexa can help you set the mood.

But as we’ve cautioned often, scammers are out in full force when there is a special day, a global tragedy or a national event. The day of love is no exception. It’s estimated that nearly $26 billion will be spent this Valentine’s Day, so cybercriminals see it as a lucrative venture.

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