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Instagram has introduced a new safety feature to protect users, particularly teenagers, from the growing threat of sextortion scams. When a user attempts to take a screenshot or screen recording of a disappearing message, they will see a black screen instead. Instagram has launched new safety features to protect teenagers from sextortion scams, a growing concern on social media. These updates come as part of a broader effort by Meta, Instagram’s parent company, to enhance the safety of young users online. One of the key changes is the prevention of screenshots and screen recordings of disappearing messages in direct messages. If someone tries to capture an image meant for a single viewing, the screen will turn black, blocking unauthorized screenshots. This feature is especially aime...

Earth is set to have a temporary second "mini-moon" this year. The asteroid, named 2024 PT5, will orbit our planet from September 29th to November 25th. It's a relatively small object, but its temporary orbit around Earth will make it a fascinating celestial phenomenon for astronomers and space enthusiasts alike. Who says asteroids are dangerous? Starting September 29, 2024, Earth will have a second moon for about two months. This "mini-moon" is a small asteroid, named 2024 PT5, which will temporarily orbit our planet until November 25. Discovered in August by NASA-funded researchers in South Africa, 2024 PT5 is about the size of a bus, approximately 33 feet long. This asteroid comes from a group of asteroids known as the Arjuna belt, which orbits the Sun. When 2024 PT5 comes close ...