Tag Archives: protect
AP tweet that rattled stock markets exposes media vulnerability
The hacking of the Associated Press Twitter account this week underscored the need for news media to protect themselves against future attacks. Continue reading
Car safety ratings planned for seniors, pedestrians
Federal safety regulators have continued to tighten automotive crash standards in recent years – but now are considering a new rating system that would make it easier for motorists to judge not only how a vehicle performs overall but how well it might protect older drivers, passengers and even pedestrians.Evidence shows that older motorists have unique problems that can result in more serious inju… Continue reading
Novartis loses landmark drug patent battle in India
India’s Supreme Court on Monday rejected drug maker Novartis AG’s attempt to patent an updated version of a cancer drug in a landmark decision that health activists say ensures poor patients around the world will get continued access to cheap versions of lifesaving medicines. Continue reading
Gates Foundation challenge shoots for a better condom
They’re cheap, easy to make and they not only prevent pregnancy but protect against a range of infections, including the AIDS virus. But men often don’t like to use condoms and women are afraid to ask them to.So why hasn’t someone figured out how to make one that more people would want to use? The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation is putting up $100,000 to try to entice someone to try.“There are… Continue reading
Care Home Staff ‘Must Have Proper Training’
Care home staff will reportedly be required to undergo compulsory training under Government plans to better protect the elderly. Continue reading
Safeguard Your Money: How to Protect Yourself from Identity Theft
The Canadian Bankers Association urges Canadians to protect their personal information during Fraud Prevention Month Continue reading
APNewsBreak: Flaws found in US missile shield
WASHINGTON (AP) — Secret Defense Department studies cast doubt on whether a multibillion-dollar missile defense system planned for Europe can ever protect the U.S. from Iranian missiles as intended, congressional investigators say. Continue reading
Vatican sex crimes prosecutor seeks transparency
VATICAN CITY (AP) — The Vatican's new sex crimes prosecutor has insisted on the need for transparency about the church's failures to protect children from sex abuse by priests. Continue reading
Ohio AG wants Steubenville rape trial closed to public
The trial of two high school football players charged with raping a 16-year-old girl should be closed to the public to protect the victim, O… Continue reading
