Bluesky users grow by 1 million since US election as people seek alternatives to X

Social media site Bluesky has gained 1 million new users in the week since the U.S. election, as some X users look for an alternative platform to post their thoughts and engage with others online.

International STEM Day celebrated by Philly students in immersive, interactive programs

A high school in Philadelphia is celebrating International STEM Day in a very unique way, from a robot dog, to virtual reality in medicine, students were exposed to all of it and inspiring the next generation.

Philly students discover STEM through interactive experience
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A high school in Philadelphia is celebrating International STEM Day in a very unique way, from a robot dog, to virtual reality in medicine, students were exposed to all of it and inspiring the next generation.

Georgia residents reporting disturbing racist messages before, after election

Multiple Georgia residents contacted FOX 5 Atlanta after receiving an alarming text message about upcoming enslavement or being informed about a potential threat from white supremacists and KKK members.

Half of US teens spend over 4 hours daily on screens, CDC study finds

A new CDC study reveals that half of American teens spend four or more hours each day on screens, with links to increased rates of anxiety and depression.

How deepfake AI 'nightmare' could manipulate voters before presidential election

It’s election eve, Nov. 4, and a disturbing video is circulating on all the major social media platforms (X, Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.) It’s viral, and there’s nothing anyone can do about it. 

Researchers targeting childhood heart disease with stem cells, AI

Researchers in the U.S. and Australia are ushering in a new era of pediatric medicine by using stem cells and AI to solve childhood heart disease.

Chinese hackers reportedly targeted phones connected to Trump, Harris campaigns

Chinese hackers reportedly targeted cellphones linked to presidential candidates Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, part of a larger espionage operation, U.S. officials confirmed.

Eagles fan goes viral after rescuing injured bald eagle from Florida highway

An Eagles fan in Florida is going viral, even getting a shout-out from the team, for rescuing a bald eagle he found injured on the side of the road. And, millions of people have been following the saga.

Eagles fan goes viral after rescuing injured eagle
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A Florida Eagles fan was surprised by the sight of an injured bald eagle on the side of the road and took measures to rescue the injured bird, posting the effort to social media.

Everything you need to know about Philly Portal
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The Portal, an interactive art project that links faraway cities via webcam, has come to Philadelphia and is now open.

Atlas comet: Why this weekend is best time to see comet, meteor shower

This weekend would be a great time to look for a comet in your night sky. The Weather Authority says we'll have clear skies this weekend, and the best time to look for the comet is just after dusk.

TikTok sensation Jake West announces his next move live
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He?s TikTok famous and really good at basketball. Social media sensation Jake West is a student at Penn Charter, with 1.5 million followers. Tuesday night, he shared a major life update with his followers ? where he?s off to college.

TikTok star, basketball player Jake West heading to Northwestern

He’s TikTok famous and really good at basketball. Social media sensation Jake West is a student at Penn Charter, with 1.5 million followers. Tuesday night, he shared a major life update with his followers – where he’s off to college.

Doomscrolling costs us 3 days a month, survey finds

The average American spends six hours consuming some type of media every day, and there’s a correlation between excessive media scrolling and “very poor” mental health, a new survey reveals.