The White House has issued guidance to all federal agencies to remove the Chinese-owned social media app TikTok from all government-issued devices within 30 days. This follows a bill passed at the end of last year requiring federal agencies to remove the app due to security concerns. Within 90 days, agencies must include in contracts that the app cannot be used on devices and must cancel any contracts that necessitate its use.
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On February 17th, the U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) experienced a security breach, compromising sensitive information. The USMS is currently working with the Department of Justice and the FBI to investigate the incident and to protect the affected system. They are also notifying those affected and providing resources to protect their personal information. This breach is a reminder of the importance of cybersecurity and the need for individuals to take steps to protect their personal information.
A launch of a SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule carrying a four-man crew bound for the International Space Station was called off with less than three minutes to go due to a technical issue. The mission is part of NASA’s Commercial Crew Program and is the first operational flight of a Crew Dragon spacecraft. The next attempt to launch the mission could come as early as Tuesday, although poor weather is forecast up the East Coast in the emergency recovery area.
NASA, SpaceX, and the United Arab Emirates are working together to launch a historic mission to the International Space Station on Monday. The four-man crew consists of two NASA astronauts, one Russian cosmonaut, and the first-ever UAE astronaut. This mission marks the first time that astronauts from all three countries will be working together in space, and is part of a public-private partnership between NASA and SpaceX to keep the ISS fully staffed and to return astronaut launches to US soil. It is also part of the UAE’s ambitious space program, and is expected to be a success.
Key takeaways: Soyuz MS-23/69S spacecraft is carrying supplies and equipment to the ISS, and is expected to provide a safe ride home for the three…
Google Arts & Culture has released a project to mark the 70th anniversary of the armistice between North and South Korea, allowing viewers to take a virtual tour of the 160-mile-long buffer zone between the two countries. The project showcases the 6,168 wildlife species that inhabit the area, including golden eagles, goats, and wild cats, and serves as a reminder of the fragility of the armistice and the need for continued efforts to bring peace and stability to the region.
Cosori is recalling two million air-fryers due to 205 reports of the products catching fire, burning, melting, overheating and smoking. This recall includes 10 reports of minor burn injuries and 23 reports of property damage. Consumers should stop using the recalled air fryers and contact Cosori for a free replacement.
Boeing has paused deliveries of its 787 Dreamliner passenger jet due to an analysis error by a supplier related to the 787 forward pressure bulkhead. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has raised concerns and will not allow deliveries to resume until the issue is addressed. The halt in deliveries is likely to have a significant impact on Boeing's operations and its customers.