February 3rd, 2024

February 3, 2024

Mark Zuckerberg makes a big apology to families before Congress. Plus, California lawmakers want to take control of your cars. Oklahoma proposal wants to ban sexting before marriage, and China hacks American routers. And there’s a new job in town: robot babysitting. That and much more, plus all your calls and questions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Best ways to block scam calls - And an easier way to stop scammers

When it comes to telemarketing and scam calls, the best thing to do is not pick up the phone. But it’s not always easy to tell whether an incoming call is legitimate — especially if your phone doesn’t show that scam or spam warning.

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Official trailer for 'All the Light We Cannot See'

Drawing from the acclaimed Pulitzer Prize-winning book, “All the Light We Cannot See” shares the story of Marie-Laure Leblanc, a young blind girl seeking solace alongside her father and reclusive uncle in the sheltered confines of St. Malo, France, during World War II.

Weekend project: 5 simple ways to make your home safer

When building a home security system, every little bit helps. You can make significant changes, like setting up outdoor cameras with facial recognition. This helps you spot familiar faces crossing your street every day.

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One of the strangest places on Google Maps

It’s a village with life-size dolls in Japan. Located in Nagoro, more than 350 dolls represent villagers who once lived there but have either moved or passed away. You have to see this.

Viral hit 'The Boundaries Song' is a must-watch for all children

“The Boundaries Song” by Hopscotch Kids empowers children to stand up for themselves with its folk-style melody. This viral sensation, with 3.6 million views, encourages kids to speak up when they feel uncomfortable or unsafe. Through catchy lyrics and an animated video, it emphasizes the significance of setting personal boundaries and respecting others’ feelings. Check it out and share it with the kids.

The last Beatles song, "Now and Then"

“Now and Then,” the first new Beatles song in decades, was recently released on streaming services. It’s an amazing story. Producers used machine learning to separate John Lennon’s voice from an old blurry demo tape, allowing Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr to create a composition around Lennon’s vocals. Give it a listen.

Flashback: Driver's ed in the 1950s

Insurance company Aetna Casualty needed a way to train new drivers without the risk of the road. Enter the Drivotrainer. It combined a simulator with motion pictures to show students what being behind the wheel is really like. You have to see this.

The YouTuber who keeps breaking records

Mr. Beast hosted a global competition that millions probably agree is cooler than the Olympics. The winner (I won’t spoil it) took home a gold medal worth $250,000.

The trick tech-savvy job seekers are using

You apply and apply and hear nothing back. Is your job search doomed? It might all be down to the bots. Studies show three out of every four resumes never make it to a real person.

How do you get your resume out of digital purgatory and into a hiring manager’s hands? A crazy trick some tech-savvy job seekers are using made the news, and I want you to know about it.

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Best ways to block scam calls - And an easier way to stop scammers

Official trailer for 'All the Light We Cannot See'

Weekend project: 5 simple ways to make your home safer

One of the strangest places on Google Maps

Viral hit 'The Boundaries Song' is a must-watch for all children

The last Beatles song, "Now and Then"

Flashback: Driver's ed in the 1950s

The YouTuber who keeps breaking records

The trick tech-savvy job seekers are using

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