U.S. officials warn against unsecured texting
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Leaders have labeled it a massive espionage campaign affecting dozens of countries. U.S. officials say hackers compromised the networks of multiple communication companies. Now, they are suggesting Americans use encrypted messaging apps as a precaution. FOX 10?s Lauren Clark spoke to experts about this and breaks it down for us.

FBI warns to stop sending texts; here's what to do instead

One of the largest hacks in U.S. history has prompted more warnings about how to protect yourself from hackers, fraudsters and criminals.

How the spread of misinformation happens
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FOX 10's Ellen McNamara is talking with Scott Baradell about the spread of misinformation on social media. He says when someone comes across news they don't like online and it outrages them, it's more likely they'll share it, despite it being real or not.

China announces ban on rare minerals to US: What that means for you

The Chinese Commerce Ministry made the move after the U.S. expanded a list of Chinese companies subject to export controls like computer chip-making equipment and software.

Secure Home Deliveries invents 'package portal'
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Lots of people are shopping online this Cyber Monday, and the holiday season always seems to bring out the porch pirates. A Valley company is helping keep your packages safe. FOX 10's Desiree Fluellen has the details.

ASU students win NASA Big Idea challenge
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Sixteen Arizona State University students were chosen to participate in NASA?s Big Idea challenge, and they won. FOX 10?s Ashlie Rodriguez show?s us how they spent the last nine months creating ?AEGIS."

Pedestrian dead following freeway crash; late night teen hangout turns fatal | Morning News Brief

Man struck and killed along a freeway ramp overnight; late night teen hangout in the Tonto Basin area ends with a deadly shooting; and more - here's a look at some of your top stories.

Phoenix Day School for the Deaf places in competition
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A group of students from the Phoenix Day School for the Deaf competed and placed in a prestigious robotics competition. FOX 10's Dominique Newland explains how they overcame a communication barrier to place high in the games.

Australia is about to ban social media for anyone under 16; how it will work

The law would fine social media platforms like TikTok, Facebook, X, and Instagram for failing to stop children younger than 16 years old from having accounts.

AI Jesus: Modern miracle or work of the devil?

An avatar of “Jesus" on a computer screen took questions from visitors on faith, morality, and modern-day woes, and offered responses based on Scripture.

Why are people 'holding space' for 'Defying Gravity’, and what does that even mean?

As if “Wicked” hasn’t already taken over the internet enough, a moment from one of the stars’ press interviews has turned into the latest meme. Here’s an explainer.

Very demure: Dictionary.com chooses 2024 Word of the Year

Dictionary.com has chosen its 2024 Word of the Year – and it’s from that massive TikTok trend this summer.

Axon looks to build headquarters in Scottsdale, but some residents are against the project

Axon Enterprise, Inc. is a Scottsdale-based law enforcement technology company, and it’s growing. It’s got its eyes set on expanding its headquarters on Hayden Road, south of Loop 101. Some aren't too happy about it, though.

Axon looks to build Scottsdale HQ as opposition grows
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Axon Enterprise, Inc. is a Scottsdale-based law enforcement technology company, and it?s growing. It?s got its eyes set on expanding its headquarters on Hayden Road, south of Loop 101. Some aren't too happy about it, though. FOX 10's Ashlie Rodriguez has more.

Microsoft outage: What you need to know

Several Microsoft programs, including Outlook, Microsoft 365, and Teams, are experiencing outages, according to reports on Downdetector.

ChatGPT outperformed doctors in diagnostic accuracy, study reveals

A study reveals ChatGPT-4 outperformed doctors in diagnosing medical conditions, but skepticism and underutilization of AI tools hinder its integration into healthcare.