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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 technnology news events you need to know so far for July 2018:

Facebook Bug with Blocking

Facebook Bug with Blocking

On July 2, Facebook announced a temporary bug that affected some users. The bug caused blocked pages to become unblocked. The company has stated that the problem is being fixed and those affected will be notified. (BBC)

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EU Copyright Law Rejected

On July 5, Parliament rejected the controversial copyright law proposed in the EU earlier last month. (BBC)

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Twitter Suspends 70 Million Accounts

Twitter Suspends 70 Million Accounts

On July 6, it was announced that Twitter has suspended over 70 million accounts in two months. The accounts were suspended in effort to diminish the amount of misinformation. (Reuters)

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Flying Car Attempt

Flying Car Attempt

On July 12, BackFly released a flying car that doesn’t require a pilot’s license to operate. So far, the car can travel for 25 miles and reach up to 62mph. (BBC)

Uber to Monitor Drivers in Real Time

Uber to Monitor Drivers in Real Time

On July 13, it was announced that Uber will use a new technology that will monitor when drivers are charged with new crimes in real time. The move comes after a CNN investigation regarding sexual assault by rideshare drivers. (CNN)

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Prime Day Crashes Website

Prime Day Crashes Website

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New Drug for Recurring Malaria

New Drug for Recurring Malaria

On July 23, authorities announced that a new drug to treat malaria has been approved. The drug is specifically designed to fight a recurring form of malaria, which has been a challenging form. (BBC)

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Thousands Download 3D Gun Designs

Thousands Download 3D Gun Designs

On July 27, blueprints for 3D-printed guns were published online four days before they were scheduled to be released. Many states are filing actions that would prevent the public from seeing the designs. (BBC)

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  • 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