Articles by Christian Bautista
Pssst... a three-bedroom house for a new iPhone 6
A Detroit homeowner is looking to trade his three-bedroom property for a new iPhone 6. The fixer-upper, which was initially put on the market for $5,000, has failed to attract buyers since it was first listed last June.
Russian hackers said to be behind JPMorgan Chase cyberattack that hit 76 million households
The massive JPMorgan cyberattack exposed the account details of 76 million households. American intelligence authorities believe that it was carried out by hackers with "at least loose connections" to Russian officials.
FTC penalizes companies that claim caffeine-infused underwear helps wearers lose weight
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has penalized two companies for claiming that their caffeine-infused undergarments can help women shed pounds. The two groups were ordered to pay a total of $1.5 million to provide refunds to customers.
Viagra active ingredient may impair vision: Study
Australian researchers have found that sildenafil, the active ingredient of anti-impotence drug Viagra, may cause vision impairment in men. The side-effect affects men who carry a common mutation for eye disease.
Orange poison dart frog (the size of a fingernail) believed to be under threat
Researchers have discovered a new species of the poison dart frog endemic in the Caribbean rainforest. Now that the deadly amphibian -- no larger than a fingernail -- is being studied, scientists are also hoping to save it from the threat of habitat loss.
Instagram CEO Kevin Systrom joins Wal-Mart board
Kevin Systrom, Instagram CEO and co-founder, is leaving his company for a position on the board of Wal-Mart. His exit comes two years after Instagram was acquired by Facebook.
Texting on Google Glass while driving is not safer than using a smartphone (It's cooler, though)
A study from the University of Central Florida claims that texting and driving while wearing Google Glass is as distracting as using a smartphone. However, Google Glass users were quicker in recovering from an accident.
Pfizer drug Xalkori effective against rare lung cancer in clinical trial
Pfizer's Xalkori drug was found to be effective against non-small-lung cancer patients with ROS1 gene abnormalities. The medicine decreased the size of tumors in 36 out of 50 patients with the rare disease.
US government to pay Navajo $554 million for mismanaging the tribe's funds, natural resources
The US government has agreed to pay the Navajo Nation $554 million to settle a lawsuit. The case, which included claims that date to more than 50 years ago, involved a claim of $900 million in damages.
Filmmakers rejoice: FAA may approve use of drones on movie sets
The FAA may announce new regulations that would allow Hollywood companies to use drones for film production. However, the permits given to seven TV and movie companies come with limitations.
NIH implements new policies to address gender bias in biomedical research
The National Institutes of Health has just announced new policies that aim to end gender bias in biomedical research. Scientists have historically preferred male lab subjects, resulting in a lack of knowledge of female biology.
Lifestyle changes can help prevent 80 percent of heart attacks in men: Study
A new study shows that 4 out of 5 heart attacks in men can be prevented through five simple steps. These include maintaining a healthy diet, keeping the waist slim, regular exercise and staying away from alcohol and tobacco.
Celebgate continues: Kim Kardashian, Vanessa Hudgens new victims of nude photo leak
A new batch of nude celebrity photos have leaked on websites 4chan and Reddit. The collection of images include those of Kim Kardashian, Vanessa Hudgens, Kaley Cuoco and Avril Lavigne.
Want birth control delivered to your doorstep? There's now an app for that
Planned Parenthood has made the process of obtaining birth control as easy as ordering pizza. The group just launched a pilot program in Minnesota and Washington that allows people to receive birth control through the mail.
Amazon unveils Kindle Voyage, refreshes Kindle Fire range (and includes Kid's Edition, too)
Amazon has just released a bunch of new tablets and e-readers. The most notable of which is the Kindle Fire HDX 8.9, which seems designed to compete with the iPad Air.
Apple Watch Gold Edition may cost as much as $5,000
Analyst John Gruber predicts that a solid 18-karat gold Apple Watch will cost as much as $5,000. He based his estimates on the prices of Rolex watches, which can go for over $30,000.
Larry Ellison leaving top post at Oracle. Hurd and Catz to become co-CEOs
Larry Ellison is stepping down as Oracle's CEO after 37 years at the company's helm. He will be replaced by Safra Catz and Mark Hurd, the firm's co-presidents.
82-year-old man reunited with stolen Jaguar XKE... 46 years later
Ivan Schneider, a retired lawyer, has been reunited with his old car, a Jaguar XKE that was stolen outside of his New York apartment in 1968. His car was found in a shipping container headed to the Netherlands.
Microsoft buys 'Minecraft' for $2.5 billion. Has 'Notch' Persson done the right thing?
Markus 'Notch' Persson, the founder of 'Minecraft'-maker Mojang, seemed more relieved than triumphant after news broke out that Microsoft was buying his company for $2.5 billion. In his retirement, he promised to abandon any project that would gain any traction.
What's next for Windows? Microsoft sends out Sept. 30 invites for possible Windows 9 sneak peek
Microsoft has sent out invites for a press event on Sept. 30. The company is expected to unveil the newest version of its Windows operating system, which may be called 'Windows 9' by the time it is launched.
YouTube stars set to become millionaires (thanks to Google)
YouTube has just announced that it will invest millions in its most popular content producers. The company will not only fund new content, it will also help 'creators' produce high-quality videos.
A single dose of antidepressant can alter how your brain works
A new study suggests that a single dose of the most popular antidepressant can change the make-up of the brain within hours. The research may help doctors better determine what drugs would suit their patients.
We love Tor users. No, we don't. Yes, we do: Comcast
Comcast's relationship with its customers has turned sour as of late, and it's only likely to get worse. The company is being accused of threatening subscribers with termination of service for using anonymous Internet browsing software Tor.
The public has spoken: A record of 3 million comments on Net neutrality, says the FCC. What's next?
The FCC has announced that it has received more than three million comments just before its Net neutrality deadline. The number of submissions represents a record for the agency, surpassing the "Nipplegate" scandal from 2004.
Ikrandraco avatar. Yes, scientists name ancient flying reptile after creatures in 'Avatar' movie
Scientists have named a newly discovered ancient flying reptile after creatures from the movie "Avatar." Ikrandraco avatar, which likely lived 120 million years ago, had the same features as the creature from the movie.
FDA gave green light to weight loss pill Contrave. What you need to know
The FDA has just given approval to the third weight loss pill since 2012. The drug, called Contrave, targets one-third of the American population, who are considered obese.
Fat shaming does not help with weight loss: Study
According to a new study from the University College London, fat shaming does not motivate people to lose weight. Instead, calling people out on their weight can drive them to comfort eating.
iPhone 6: Best time to trade-in your old iPhone is now and here's why
If you're looking to sell your old Apple smartphone, do it now before the iPhone 6 comes out. Waiting too long may drop the resale value by as much as 21 percent.
America, we have a problem. Seniors owe $18 billion in student loans
The number of Americans aged 65 and older who still carry college debt is increasing. The amount of money they owe grew from $2.8 billion in 2005 to $18.2 billion in 2013.
T-Mobile promises the best trade-in value as Apple launches the iPhone 6
T-Mobile has vowed to beat any trade-in offer from Verizon, AT&T and Sprint. The company promised to end 'low-ball trade-in values' as it looks to profit from users looking to upgrade to the iPhone 6.
