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The world is a very busy place, and it’s hard to stay on top of everything. Infoplease has got you covered. Here are the Science and Technology news events you need to know so far for April 2021:
- Cortana to be Retired
- US to Release Genetically Modified Mosquitoes
Cortana to be Retired
Cortana to be Retired
On April 1, Microsoft announced that the virtual assistant Cortana will be retired on mobile devices. She will still be available on Windows 10, Outlook, and Teams, however. Meanwhile, Apple announced that Siri will be given a new look, no longer automatically being set to a female, English-speaking voice. Users will now be able to choose from a few options for Siri. (BBC)
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US to Release Genetically Modified Mosquitoes
US to Release Genetically Modified Mosquitoes
On April 30, the US began its first release of genetically modified mosquitoes in Florida Keys. The release is a more environmentally friendly way to control the mosquito population without pesticides. There are still small groups protesting the release of these mosquitoes. (CNN)
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TrendingHere are the facts and trivia that people are buzzing about.
Did Birds Evolve from Dinosaurs?
The Twelve Dancing Princesses
Current Events This Week: January 2023
African Americans by the Numbers
Andersen’s Fairy Tales: Contents
The Celtic Twilight: A Teller of Tales
TrendingHere are the facts and trivia that people are buzzing about.
Did Birds Evolve from Dinosaurs?
The Twelve Dancing Princesses
Current Events This Week: January 2023
African Americans by the Numbers
Andersen’s Fairy Tales: Contents
The Celtic Twilight: A Teller of Tales
- Did Birds Evolve from Dinosaurs?
- The Twelve Dancing Princesses
- Current Events This Week: January 2023
- African Americans by the Numbers
- Andersen’s Fairy Tales: Contents
- The Celtic Twilight: A Teller of Tales
