Long before satellites and GPS, ships in distress had no universal way to call for help. Early wireless operators used random words and company-specific codes, leading to deadly confusion. Eventually, ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. An SOS service claims to cover even expensive helicopter rescues for a modest annual fee; (photo/Shutterstock) Traditionally, ...

An issue with Verizon on Monday led many cellphone users to look for calling alternatives. The company advised customers to access Wi-Fi communications, but iPhone users without service or internet ...

You've likely heard it hundreds of times over the years: SOS is the international call for help. While this is well-known, what isn't as understood is what the letters mean and why they're used ...

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Major cellular carriers like AT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile are reporting significant outages Thursday morning, which created some confusion for iPhone users whose phones were in SOS mode. Apple Support ...

SOS announced that its 2026 support groups will begin in January. The groups provide an opportunity for individuals to find ...

SOS Outreach, a youth development nonprofit, plans to award an estimated $45,000 in scholarships to families this winter season. The nonprofit, which engages over 3,000 youth annually across 10 states ...

Since 1990, Street Outreach Services has operated a non-profit drop-in center for street people at the corner of Second and Pike. It faces eviction on Jan. 31 from its location at 1503 Second Ave.

Harmony SOS was born as missiles soared above Israeli skies. In response, three young Arab citizens created a mobile App. A tragedy in the northern Arab town of Tamra, Israel, during the recent war ...