Month: July 2025

Jul
24
2025
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By Lily Chang
'Quishing' scams dupe millions of Americans as cybercriminals exploit QR codes

Americans duped by ‘quishing’ scams as cybercriminals misuse QR codes

Science and Technology
QR codes are now a regular feature of daily existence. Individuals utilize them to access eatery menus, make parking payments, download applications, or reach online sites. By simply scanning with a smartphone camera, these codes link users straight to digital content. Their ease of use has made them very favored in both private and business environments.Nonetheless, the technology that makes QR codes beneficial has also created opportunities for cyber criminals. A novel scam called "quishing" now aims at unsuspecting individuals. The word merges “QR” and “phishing” and pertains to schemes where counterfeit QR codes are employed to mislead people. These…
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Jul
24
2025
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By Lily Chang
Hackers leak 13,000 user photos and IDs from the Tea app, designed as a women's safe space

Hackers leak 13,000 user photos and IDs from the Tea app, designed as a women’s safe space

Science and Technology
A significant security incident has impacted Tea, an application designed to provide a secure and supportive environment for women, as attackers exposed personal details of over 13,000 users. The leaked information comprises sensitive items like selfies, images of government-issued IDs, and reports submitted by users that were involved in the app's internal verification and complaint procedures.The breach has raised serious concerns about user safety and data privacy, particularly because Tea markets itself as a platform meant to protect women, especially those reporting harassment or abuse. Many users joined the app with the assurance that it was a secure space where…
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Jul
24
2025
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By Lily Chang
Thailand and Cambodia agree to 'immediate ceasefire'

Thailand and Cambodia successfully negotiate immediate ceasefire

Social Responsibility
In a significant move toward easing tensions, Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to bring an immediate stop to recent hostilities that have erupted along their shared border. This development follows a series of confrontations that escalated over several days, resulting in casualties, displacements, and widespread concern in both countries and the broader region.The agreement to halt hostilities was achieved following pressing talks between representatives from each country, who acknowledged the necessity to avert additional violence and bring peace back to impacted areas. This pact signifies an essential move towards reducing tensions in a dispute that had the potential to escalate…
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Jul
24
2025
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By Lily Chang
Six things that may cost Americans more after Trump's tariffs

Six things Americans could spend more on after Trump’s tariffs

Social Responsibility
Recent announcements regarding tariffs are expected to affect the pricing of various common products in the United States, possibly exerting more financial strain on families. As novel trade regulations are established, their impact is starting to spread across different industries, ranging from home appliances to the car sector. Even though these actions aim to enhance local manufacturing, they might incur costs for consumers in America.One of the key changes stems from the reimplementation or increase of tariffs on goods imported from certain countries, particularly China. These tariffs are designed to protect U.S. industries by making imported goods more expensive, thereby…
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