Websites that authenticate users through links and codes sent in text messages are imperiling the privacy of millions of people, leaving them vulnerable to scams, identity theft, and other crimes, ...

Google is also working on letting you edit Smart Replies before sending them.

Here is how to stay safe as criminals increasingly target smartphone owners.

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UPDATE (January 20, 2026): Google has started to roll out several changes to its Messages app. Find more information about what’s new at the end of the article. Summary: Google Messages is a messaging ...

A family in Uloma ‘B’ village, Asango East sub-location in Ugunja, Siaya County, narrowly escaped death Wednesday night when a python slithered into their compound.

The latest iOS 26.3 beta hints at the upgrade, which means no one can read messages sent between devices, not even Apple.