Health: Is Your Doctor Googling You?
As Health Reporter Stephanie Stahl explains, it's a "procedure" that's causing some controversy.
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As Health Reporter Stephanie Stahl explains, it's a "procedure" that's causing some controversy.
KYW Newsradio social media editor Melony Roy reports daily on what's trending around the region and the world.
Gmail went down Friday afternoon in what appears to be a worldwide outage.
Google, the tech company best known for its Internet search engine, is now working on a special contact lens for diabetics.
The idea that all of that monitoring could be going on passively, through a contact lens, is especially promising for the world's 382 million diabetics who need insulin and keep a close watch on their blood sugar.
One thing is clear: both Siri and Now need to spend a lot more time hitting the books.
In some ways, computers make ideal drivers: They don't drink and then climb behind the wheel.
New York's attorney general is trying to dismantle what he calls a system of creating false online review for products and services.
KitKat is the name Google has chosen for Android 4.4, which will power phones and tablets this fall.
"Businesses are embracing the Internet to find new customers or connect with existing customers and really to grow their operations," Google director of small business engagement Scott Levitan says.
Those seemingly 'free' services, like email and social networking, are funded (and then some) by information like your birthdate, location, what you search for and buy, and insights to your online behavior.
"We want to give you control of what data you share and with whom for explicit value received," says Michael Fertik, CEO of Reputation.com.
Google's latest attempt to enter our living rooms -- announced and on sale Wednesday -- puts web video front and center.
How many piano tuners are there in the entire world? How much should you charge to wash all the windows in Seattle? Just some of the questions Google used to ask interviewees.
It's what DuckDuckGo.com doesn't do that's key. "We don't track our users," says founder and CEO Gabriel Weinberg.
Finding flawed material on students' work, has reportedly prompted more teachers to teach online research skills.
Despite being an unabashed two-hour product-placement commercial for Google, "The Internship" is enjoyably entertaining in spite of itself.
A federal judge has ruled that Google Inc. must comply with the FBI's warrantless demands for customer data, rejecting the company's argument that the government's practice of issuing so-called national security letters to telecommunication companies, Internet service providers, banks and others was unconstitutional and unnecessary.
If you feel overwhelmed by your inbox, you might like the new feature that Google will offer on its popular e-mail service.
Google is giving PayPal a run for its money by letting people send money via Gmail.
In a challenge to Spotify and Pandora, Google is offering "All Access."
"Siri" is getting some serious competition. Google is out with its own personal assistant for iPhone and iPad.
Besides the relevant search results it delivers, many of us like Google because its minimalist design is quick to load -- and to answer our questions.
If you've ever dreamed of how cool it would be to work at Google, now's your chance. The company added 3,000 people to its workforce last year, and it's still hiring.
President Obama will participate in a Google Plus Hangout on Thursday to answer questions about his State of the Union address.
Philadelphia's FIFA Fan Fest entered its final weekend Friday as thousands of visitors gathered at Lemon Hill despite poor air quality across the region.
Fresh off the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Lincoln Financial Field is part of another milestone: two Guinness World Records.
A man was pulled from a manhole in Northeast Philadelphia after getting trapped inside Wednesday afternoon.
New age requirements, licensing rules and penalties for violations for e-bikes and electric scooters take effect in New Jersey on Sunday.
The poor air quality is causing health concerns for pets and creating new challenges for wildlife across the Philadelphia region.
Philadelphia Health Commissioner Dr. Palak Raval-Nelson says some forecasts say a return to Code Purple is possible Friday night.
Philadelphia's FIFA Fan Fest entered its final weekend Friday as thousands of visitors gathered at Lemon Hill despite poor air quality across the region.
Fresh off the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Lincoln Financial Field is part of another milestone: two Guinness World Records.
A man was pulled from a manhole in Northeast Philadelphia after getting trapped inside Wednesday afternoon.
New age requirements, licensing rules and penalties for violations for e-bikes and electric scooters take effect in New Jersey on Sunday.
Philadelphia's FIFA Fan Fest entered its final weekend Friday as thousands of visitors gathered at Lemon Hill despite poor air quality across the region.
Fresh off the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Lincoln Financial Field is part of another milestone: two Guinness World Records.
A man was pulled from a manhole in Northeast Philadelphia after getting trapped inside Wednesday afternoon.
The poor air quality is causing health concerns for pets and creating new challenges for wildlife across the Philadelphia region.
Philadelphia Health Commissioner Dr. Palak Raval-Nelson says some forecasts say a return to Code Purple is possible Friday night.
New age requirements, licensing rules and penalties for violations for e-bikes and electric scooters take effect in New Jersey on Sunday.
For the first time, a federal appeals court ruled the Garden State's weapons ban violates the Second Amendment.
At Stockton University, high school students learn the ins and outs of criminal investigations through scenarios inspired by the hit TV show CSI.
A New Jersey daycare owner is accused of administering melatonin to two children in her care without the consent of their parents.
Somerdale Cold Cuts is temporarily closed after alleged thieves stole copper wires and pipes that supply cold air for the walk-in refrigerator.
Body-worn camera videos from the night Kadir Skinner was shot and killed by police in Wilmington, Delaware, were released by state and local officials Thursday.
Attorneys for the family of Kadir Skinner, the 19-year-old shot and killed by Wilmington police, have released new cellphone video.
Delaware State University sophomore Santino Harwood is ready to show off his skills in MLB All-Star Week's HBCU Swingman Classic.
A viral social media trend involving squishy toys is sending a growing number of children to hospital burn units.
The family of a 19-year-old man who was shot and killed by Wilmington Police last month is calling for body camera video of the incident to be made public.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
Pennsylvania is under a statewide Code Purple air quality alert on Friday because of smoke from the wildfires in Canada and Minnesota. But what does that mean?
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
Pennsylvania will be under a code red air quality alert on Thursday because smoke from wildfires in Canada and Minnesota will create unhealthy levels of pollution for everyone.
While the cyclosporiasis outbreak is concentrated in the Midwest, more cases are popping up in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
While some assume landlords are required to provide air conditioning, the law is not nearly as clear-cut as it is for heat in the winter
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board says it will begin approving the extended-hours permits for Philadelphia businesses within the next week.
Two top-rated and critically acclaimed restaurants in the Philadelphia area are receiving a new honor.
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating two crashes, one of which was fatal, that happened hours apart on I-95 and I-76 in Philadelphia.
An overturned tractor trailer blocked traffic on the southbound lanes of Route 55 after a crash early Monday morning in Gloucester County, New Jersey.
A major rail injection saw service suspensions and delays after a SEPTA Regional Rail train derailed Wednesday in Philadelphia.
Three men died in a plane crash in Maryland Saturday night, police said.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
Defenseman Jamie Drysdale's extension is the fourth contract extension Flyers GM Danny Briere has handed out since July 1.
Francisco Alvarez homered twice, Brett Baty also went deep and the New York Mets defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 4-1 in the first major league game following the All-Star break.
More than 400,000 fans experienced the FIFA World Cup in person at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, but for some, the prices made it impossible to attend.
LeBron James, the NBA's career scoring king and current free agent, remains undecided about where he'll play this season.
Air quality concerns in Philadelphia have led the Phillies to move up the start time of their series opener with the Mets by an hour.
The actor's agent said he was providing more information following news reports "which contain inaccuracies and outright falsehoods."
Will Ferrell stopped in the Philadelphia area Monday to promote his new Netflix comedy series.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Comedian and actor Shane Gillis made history Friday night at the South Philadelphia stadium, breaking two Guinness World Records. Kerri Corrado reports.
As Canadian wildfire smoke moves out of the Philadelphia region, normal operations have resumed at PHL and the city's trash collection.
Philadelphia's FIFA Fan Fest entered its final weekend Friday as thousands of visitors gathered at Lemon Hill despite hazy skies and poor air quality across the region. Ross DiMattei reports.
The poor air quality is causing health concerns for pets and creating new challenges for wildlife across the Philadelphia region. Madeleine Wright reports.
Doctors say it's best to limit time outside during these types of air quality alerts and take precautions when outside. CBS News Philadelphia's Stephanie Stahl has more tips from doctors on how residents in the region can stay safe during unhealthy air conditions.