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The massive DDoS attack that almost brought down US internet

The massive DDoS attack that almost brought down US internet

Hackers have launched a Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack against internet infrastructure provider Dyn.Two attacks disrupted service on major sites like Twitter, Spotify, Reddit and Airbnb through Friday night.It is unclear who was responsible but hackers might have used the Mirai botnet.Dyn says the attacks were successfully mitigated and service was restored.Security experts say the attacks may have been an extortion attempt or a publicity gimmick. Oct 22, 2016
Black bear has itch he just has to scratch

Black bear has itch he just has to scratch

This bear was filmed having one last back scratch before winter. It has fattened up to survive hibernation.During winter it will only be awake for the...bare necessities. Oct 22, 2016
South Sudan on staircase to former Yugoslavia

South Sudan on staircase to former Yugoslavia

South Sudan became the worlds newest nation after declaring independence from Sudan in 2011. However, in 2013 the country was plunged into civil war, as President Kiir – of the Dinka ethnic group – fired his deputy Riek Machar from the Nuer group and his cabinet. IBTimes UK spoke to South Sudan’s former deputy defence minister Majak DAgoot on civil war and peace process. Oct 22, 2016
Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton trade jokes and insults at charity event

Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton trade jokes and insults at charity event

Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton and Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump made fun of themselves and each other at a charity event in New York on 20 October. The white tie fundraiser for Catholic charities related to the Archdiocese of New York is often the last time presidential candidates share the same platform before the election. Oct 21, 2016
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