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Man Allegedly Used Snapchat to Lure a Teen for a Sex-Filled Road Trip

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Man Allegedly Used Snapchat to Lure a Teen for a Sex-Filled Road Trip

While Snapchat is becoming creative when it comes to using the platform for hiring and advertising, people are using the platform to allegedly target teenagers.

A man used Snapchat to lure a runaway teen to Los Angeles from Australia where she joined him on a road trip to New York that included stopping to have sex across several states, according to a report by the New York Post.

Sean Price, who is 3  and has 40 prior arrests, met the teen through Snapchat last October. Two months later, Price sent the young girl $1,500, and she flew to California.

New York Post reports that Price knew she was underage and that did not stop him from having sex with the teenager.

Authorities notified the US law enforcement including the Department of Homeland Security. That is when law enforcement officials were able to track down Price’s mother’s home in Jamaica, Queens. Cops went there last Thursday, but his mom allegedly told them her son and the girl were not home.

Price had prior arrests including robbery, disorderly conduct, resisting arrest, criminal trespass, reckless endangerment and criminal possession of a controlled substance, according to the New York Post. Price was charged Friday with third-degree rape.

This news comes after Snap, Inc, the company that owns Snapchat, reported a troubling Q1 after going public. In fact, users added to Snapchat were not high enough to prove that the company could compete with Facebook. As a result, following the company’s business call shares of Snap opened 20% lower on Thursday.

Ebola is Back, Several People Die After Contracting the Deadly Virus

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Ebola is Back, Several People Die After Contracting the Deadly Virus

Researchers are currently working on a vaccine for Ebola. Then, last April, a man with a nosebleed, vomiting, fever and bloody stools arrived at a clinic in the northern province of Bas-Uele in the Democratic Republic of Congo. He would later die.

Several days later, several other people began getting sick exhibiting similar symptoms. The pattern started to erupt like a scene in the movie Contagion. Now six people in the hospital, three people have died, and the Democratic Republic of Congo says at least five people have been tested positive for Ebola.

According to the government and World Health Organization, officials are traveling to the remote area of Bas-Uele to further investigate the disease.

“An investigation team led by the Ministry of Health and supported by WHO and partners has deployed and is expected to reach the affected area in the coming days”, says Dr Peter Salama, WHO Executive Director for Emergencies.

Researchers argue that in order to prevent the spread of the deadly virus they must track down, test, and isolate suspected cases. Moreover, there will also need to protect health workers and educate the population about ways to prevent getting the deadly virus.

Ebola Virus Outbreak 2014

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Stock Photo: Mali, Africa Sept 2015. Information Cartel Unicef. Prevention campaign against the Ebola virus in a Malian market. (La Zona / Shutterstock.com)

In 2014, the worst outbreak of Ebola killed nearly 12,000 people in West Africa. It would be the largest outbreak since the virus was first discovered in 1976. The virus is spread among countries in Guinea to Sierra Leone and Liberia.

Currently, according to the World Health Organization, it is believed that the virus can spread through fruit bats of the Pteropodidae family as this family of animals hosts the Ebola virus.

How does Ebola spread to humans?

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Stock Photo: MAKUA, CONGO, AFRICA – SEPTEMBER 27: A sign warns visitors that area is an Ebola-infected. Signage informing visitors that it is an Ebola-infected area. September 27, 2013,Congo, Africa. (Sergey Uryadnikov / Shutterstock.com)

Ebola spreads to humans through close contact with bodily fluids of infected animals such as blood, secretions, and organs. The World Health Organization claims fruit bats, monkeys, chimpanzees, gorillas, porcupines and antelopes that are found sick or dead in the forest can spread the virus from animals to humans. From that point on, the Ebola then spreads from humans other humans through direct contacts with an individual’s infected blood, secretions, organs or other bodily fluids including contaminated clothing.

Healthcare workers are also frequently infected with the disease while trading patients who are suspected of having the disease.

A Bitcoin is Now Worth Nearly $2,000

Reginald Edward
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A Bitcoin is Now Worth Nearly $2,000

The digital currency, Bitcoin, has a 94% year-to-date gain and is now worth nearly $2000 with estimates giving a single bitcoin the valuation of $1843. The extremely volatile digital currency has led to many people to compare it as a foreign exchange and even drawn comparisons to gold. In fact, a single unit of Bitcoin surpassed the dollar valuation of an ounce of gold this year, which is worth $600 per ounce. That said the cost of bitcoin had swung dramatically over the past year. Meanwhile gold has relatively been more stable.

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The digital currency, Bitcoin, has a 94% year-to-date gain and is now worth nearly $2000 with estimates giving a single bitcoin the valuation of $1843. (Roman Pyshchyk / Shutterstock.com)

Current estimates suggest that by the year 2110 we will reach the final supply of bitcoins and there will be theoretically 21 million digital bitcoins in existence -meaning the total value of digital coins at today’s market price is just under $39 billion. However, according to Bloomberg, the total valuation of gold stocks, which is currently 6 billion Troy ounces, is valued at $7.3 trillion with today’s current estimates.

That said, bitcoin has become the go-to currency due to its anonymous features. Many hackers and cyber attacks use bitcoins as a way to hold computer systems ransom and make money anonymously. Last March, hackers were reportedly holding Apple for ransom and demanding bitcoins and return.

Nevertheless, the Internal Revenue Service is keeping an eye on bitcoins. Last November, the IRS began an investigation into businesses and individuals who use bitcoins to avoid paying taxes. In fact, the IRS found two taxpayers who used separate Coinbase accounts to hide Bitcoin transactions as expenses on their tax returns. Consequently, the IRS argues that other users are also evading taxes through such fraud schemes.

Caitlyn is No Longer a Popular Name After Caitlyn Jenner Came Out as Transgender

Jonathan Antonio
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Caitlyn is No Longer a Popular Name After Caitlyn Jenner Came Out as Transgender

Every year the Social Security Administration releases the top 1000 baby names and also list baby names that increased or decreased in popularity. Surprisingly, all four versions of Caitlin dropped out of the top 1000.

A year after Caitlin Jenner announced her new name and gender, the popularity of the name Caitlin fell more than any other baby name. According to the Social Security Administration’s annual list of the most popular baby names, the four names out dropped off were all variations of Caitlin Jenner’s name including Caitlin, Caitlyn, Katelynn, and Kaitlynn.

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NEW YORK – NOV 9, 2015: Caitlyn Jenner attends the 2015 Glamour Women of the Year after party on November 9, 2015, in New York. (JStone / Shutterstock.com)

Many people argue that the names quickly became controversial after the former reality star announced her new gender.

The Social Security Administration’s annual list also revealed Noah was a top baby name for boys for the fourth year in a row followed by Liam, William, Mason, and James.

In 2015, Bruce Jenner, an Olympic gold medalist, announced her status as a transgender woman.

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BEVERLY HILLS – FEB 28: Caitlyn Jenner at the 2016 Vanity Fair Oscar Party on February 28, 2016, in Beverly Hills, California (Joe Seer / Shutterstock.com)

This news comes after Caitlyn Jenner’s reality TV series I Am Cait was canceled after low ratings. Moreover, Jenner’s latest book, which was released last week, has seen for book sales. In fact, Jenner’s book is currently ranked 81 on Amazon’s bestseller list for biographies.

That said, Jenner said she is considering running for president. Last April, during an event at New York’s 92nd St. Y community center, Jenner discussed her political involvement and her Republican connections. Even though she endorsed Trump in the past, she claims her work with the transgender community was her focus. “My loyalties are not with Donald Trump. I will come after him and come after Republicans if they come after my community,” Jenner explained.

She added, “Or would I be better working from the inside. If that is the case… I would seriously look at a run. It just depends where I could be more effective.”

Elon Musk Unveils the Machine that Will Tunnel Under Los Angeles

Reginald Edward
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Elon Musk Unveils the Machine that Will Tunnel Under Los Angeles

Elon Musk revealed on Friday via social media that his tunneling company has started construction on a passage underneath Los Angeles, California. Via Instagram in a series of posts, the billionaire entrepreneur provided details about his plan Boring Co., which he formed after getting sick and tired of Los Angeles’s notorious traffic jams.

The Tesla CEO debuted a video demonstration of the company’s ability to create an underground sled that would take cars from one place to another at up to 125 mph. The video shows a metal roller coaster ride through a tunnel at high speeds. That said, Musk did not provide details about the demonstration or technical information as to how it will all work.

Ultimately, the Boring company illustrates Musk’s vision for a future of underground tunnels that will alleviate traffic. He explained on Instagram that the corporation’s first tunnel would run from Los Angeles International Airport to Culver City, Santa Monica, Westwood and Sherman Oaks.

“One of the most soul-destroying things is traffic,” Musk said during an interview at TED Talks. “It affects people in every part of the world. It takes away so much of your life. It’s horrible. It’s particularly horrible in L.A.”

Musk is quickly becoming a jack of all trades. The South African entrepreneur has his hands in renewable energy, immigration, Tesla semi trucks, and a company that plans to connect your brain to a computer. Not to mention, musk has taken customer service historically to new levels.

Orcas are Hunting and Eating Great-White-Shark Livers

Megan Diane
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Orcas are Hunting and Eating Great-White-Shark Livers

Three great white sharks have washed ashore in South Africa this month with their livers missing.

Researchers with the Dyer Island conservation trust examine the sharks and concluded that based on the sharks’ injuries orcas most likely kill them and ate their livers, according to a study published on the Marine Dynamics blog. Moreover, one of the sharks even had their heart eaten by possibly an orca. While it is not uncommon for killer whales to target and eat great whites, it is important to point out that it is also not typical for to occur.

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Typically, orcas hunt a particular type of shark most commonly the broadness seven-gill sharks and eat their livers. Orcas also hunt sea lions and smaller sharks and eat their livers and other organs, leaving the rest of their organs behind.

Why do Orcas target the liver? Sharks don’t have a swim bladder like other marine animals that allow them to stay buoyant. Instead, sharks have very large livers that are filled with fats to allow them to float. In addition, they also contain a high level a chemical known as squalene that is used to produce steroids and hormones.

Screen Time Linked to Speech Development Delays in Young Children

Brent Edward
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Screen Time Linked to Speech Development Delays in Young Children

Screen time is becoming the latest topic of research as more and more parents are putting a tablet, computer, or TV in front of their child. As a result, researchers and scientists are trying to discover how this is impacting child development. Last October, doctors suggested setting new screen time limits for kids.

The American Academy of Pediatrics argued that parents should limit the amount of time children are spending in front of a screen. Previously it was believed that two hours of screen time was a maximum for children under the age of two.

However, researchers argue that two hours may be too much for children two years old and younger. In fact, the American Academy of Pediatrics argued that infants and babies ages 18 months and the younger should not be given any screen time at all.

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Bangkok, Thailand – FEB 13, 2017: Asian toddler baby boy sitting in car seat and watching a video from Youtube on Huawei android smartphone.

Now, new research suggests that screen time for young kids causes to speech development issues. Doctors and scientists argue that time on a tablet may slow down speech development in young children. Pediatricians at the Hospital for Sick Children in Canada examined the effect of screen time on 900 children between the ages of six months and two years old.

Researchers found a 49% increased risk of delayed speech for every additional 30 minutes spent using a touchscreen. While previous studies promoted parents from limiting the amount of screen time, this was the first time there was an established link between screen time use and speech delays.

Researchers argue that expressive language such as the ability to convey feelings and information was delayed the most due to excessive screen time.

That said, screen time did not affect other types of communication such as social interaction or body language.

The study was led by Dr. Catherine Birken. Birken found that by 18 months 20% of the children in the study used tablets, smartphones or other devices on average of 28 minutes day. Ultimately, researchers argue that even apps that are marketed as educational should be discouraged.

One researcher tells Time that children are unable to establish and distinguish the differences between what they see on the screen and what is happening in real life. “Symbolic thinking and memory flexibility is something that apps haven’t been able to overcome, no matter how interactive they are,” says Dr. Jenny Radesky.

Leaked NSA Hacking Tool Causes Global Chaos

Jonathan Antonio
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Leaked NSA Hacking Tool Causes Global Chaos

Hackers have unleashed chaos on Friday affecting Britain’s healthcare system. According to the New York Times, a hacking tool created by the national security agency that was leaked is now targeting and affecting systems in a dozen countries.

The hacking tool, which is a type of ransomware that encrypts data so users cannot access it, was spread through an email on Friday affecting computers in the UK, Japan, Turkey, Russia, Philippines, and Vietnam. Britain’s healthcare system was severely impacted. One doctor told the BBC that private patient information is not readily available. “We have no idea what drugs people are on or the allergies they have,” the physician explained. “We can’t access the appointments system.” Also, surgeries scheduled for Friday were disrupted, and many ambulances were divergent. Not only did the ransom where and former NSA hacking tool affect hospitals, but many telecommunication companies were also hit as well.

One doctor told the BBC that private patient information is not readily available. “We have no idea what drugs people are on or the allergies they have,” the physician explained. “We can’t access the appointments system.” Also, surgeries scheduled for Friday were disrupted, and many ambulances were divergent. Not only did the ransom where and former NSA hacking tool affect hospitals, but many telecommunication companies were also hit as well.

Also, surgeries scheduled for Friday were disrupted, and many ambulances were divergent. Not only did the ransom where and former NSA hacking tool affect hospitals, but many telecommunication companies were also hit as well.

Cyber security experts argue that the NSA first discovered the vulnerability that has caused chaos nearly around the world. Shadow Brokers, a group that has been leaking NSA hacking tools since 2016, also leaked this ransomware. While Microsoft released a fix for the vulnerability two months ago, many of Friday’s targets have not updated their systems as of yet. Cyber attack hackers released a message warning that the ransom will double after three days and then will ultimately be taken off the table after a week. At this point, it is not clear who is behind the cyber attack.

The rise of Ransomware

Ransomware has been on the rise as of late. In fact, last March it was reported that hackers are now targeting and blackmailing liberal groups. Also, last January there were reports that Washington DC police closed-circuit TV cameras were hacked with the ransomware days before the Presidential inauguration.

Study: “Worm-Like” Parasite Found in Sushi is On the Rise in the United States

Brent Edward
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Study: “Worm-Like” Parasite Found in Sushi is On the Rise in the United States

You may want to think twice before you order your next sushi roll. A paper published Thursday in BMJ Case Reports reports cases of a worm-like parasite being on the rise in the west coast of the United States due to the increase in popularity of sushi and other dishes involving raw food.

The report shares a case study of a Portuguese man who reported vomiting, fever and stomach pain.

When physicians asked if he had recently eaten sushi the man indicated he did. Doctors revealed they discovered anisakiasis larva attached to the stomach lining.

According to reports, anisakiasis is a parasitic worm that lives within squids, salmon, cod, red snapper, halibut and other types of fish.

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Tokyo, Japan – 13 March 2017: A sushi take-out stall in Tsukiji Market. It is the biggest wholesale fish and seafood market in the world and also one of the largest wholesale food markets of any kind (Dann19L / Shutterstock.com)

Currently, there is no treatment other than surgery for anisakiasis, and the parasite can ultimately cause intestinal bleeding, bowel obstruction, vomiting, and abdominal pain. The best way to treat the disease is through surgery by removing parasitic larva that attaches to the stomach lining.

This type of parasite is common in Japan due to the prevalence of raw fish in the diet. The cases are starting to occur more recently the United States as more people decide to eat sushi and other raw and uncooked fish.

Researchers argue that to avoid getting the parasite people should purchase sushi only from high-quality restaurants. “Properly trained sushi chefs can detect anisakiasis larvae,” one doctor says. “They are grossly visible in the fish.”

Parasites on the rise in the U.S.

This news comes after a deadly parasite has been found spreading across Hawaii.  The parasite is called rat lungworm disease. The parasite targets and affects the brain and the spinal cord of humans.  Moreover, last January, scientists discover parasites in the United States caught salmon.

Study: 34 Kids Visit the ER Every Day Due to Cotton Swab Injuries

Brent Edward
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Study: 34 Kids Visit the ER Every Day Due to Cotton Swab Injuries

A study from a Children’s Hospital has found that kids should stop cleaning their years with cotton swabs. Researchers reported on Tuesday in the Journal of Pediatrics 34 patients under the age of 18 and older end up in the emergency room every day because of injuries related to cotton swabs.

Are cotton swabs dangerous?

The daily average statistic is derived from 263,000 ER trips over the course of 21 years through 2010. About 75% of those injuries included perforated eardrums and were due to the ear cleaning. Also, 10% of emergency room visits were due to kids playing with the cotton swab applicators, and 9% of injuries were caused by children falling with a cotton swab still in their ear. 66% patients were younger than eight years old, and 40% were three years and younger.

Are cotton swabs healthy?

Dr. Kris Jatana of the Nationwide Children’s Hospital explained in a statement that there are major misconceptions when it comes to good ear hygiene.

“The two biggest misconceptions I hear as an otolaryngologist are that the ear canals need to be cleaned in the home setting, and that cotton tip applicators should be used to clean them; both of those are incorrect,” Dr. Jatana explained.

Moreover, our ear canals virtually clean themselves, and researchers argue that they are better left alone. This news comes after a recent report by the American Academy of Otolaryngology, which argued that earwax is beneficial to the body.

Physicians argue that if you cannot resist cleaning your ears, people should use drops instead.

Despite the staggering statistic, researchers report that 99% of the hospital trips analyzed in the study ended up with the patient being treated and released.

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