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Facebook Voter Registration Hits Washington State, Is The New Voting App Safe For Information, Privacy?
Nowadays, Facebook is likely your go-to resource for just about everything; From linking up with your friends, to obtaining news, to ordering new clothes. But now, you can serve your patriotic duty as an American via the social media giant's newest add-on: voter registration. An application on Facebook allows users to register to vote through an app called My Vote. However the voter registration app, said to be safe for personal information and privacy, is limited to Facebook users in...
Earnings Preview: Google, Microsoft On Tap To Report Record, Opposite Results
It’s the tale of two technology cities: Thursday should see two of the sectors giants, Microsoft (Nasdaq: MSFT), the world's biggest software company, and Google (Nasdaq: GOOG), the No. 1 search engine report record quarterly results.
YouTube Face Blur Tool Aims To Protect Identity Of Citizen Journalists, Uphold Human Rights Issues
YouTube announced the launch of a new face-blurring tool on July 18 that helps in protecting identity of citizens in sensitive reports and helps in addressing human rights issues.
Rapper MC Chris Kicks Fan Out of Concert After Critical Tweet
On Tuesday night, self-professed geek rapper MC Chris (often stylized mc chris) booted a fan from his concert after the fan posted a tweet critical of chris' opening act. The fan was called out by name as mc chris was onstage and then forcibly ejected from the concert.
Rapper Pitbull Headed To Alaska After Pranksters Hijack Wal-Mart Promotion
After an Internet prank campaign, the Give Me Everything and Back in Time rapper is headed to Kodiak, Alaska for a Walmart promotional event.
Move Over, YouTube: Dailymotion Enters The Cloud, But It’s All About Putting A Human Face To The Viral Videos
The Internet has become a birthplace for rising stars and continues to foster a growing community of entertainers, artists and anyone who wishes to share an idea. The term “YouTube star” was coined when do-it-yourself artists began to make a name for themselves by self-publishing videos, from online comedian Jenna Marbles to mega pop star sensation Justin Bieber.
Viral Video Shows ‘Halo’ Couple Meeting For The First Time; Watch The Heartwarming Moment
The “Halo” franchise is known as one of the most iconic video game titles for the Xbox gaming console, but for some it’s more than a video game. The renowned franchise acted as a matchmaker for a Texas woman and a Tennessee man.
George Takei: Boy Scouts’ Gay Ban Is ‘Hogwash’
On his blog post, Takei noted that many well-meaning people counter that the BSA is a private organization, and as such should be able to keep whomever they want out. This is of course the same justification used to prevent minorities from eating in restaurants during the Jim Crow years.
After Facebook Fiasco, Tech IPOs Stage Comeback
Two months after the trading fiasco in the initial public offering of Facebook (Nasdaq: FB), the No. 1 social networking site, tech IPOs are heading to market again.
Apple iPhone 5 Not In Production Yet, Source Says; Release Date Still Rumored For Fall 2012
Recently several reports have surfaced indicating that Apple’s next generation iPhone 5 is already in production. However, according to BGR, this may have been just another bit of faulty hearsay in the ever-churning iPhone 5 rumor mill.
Nelson Mandela Birthday: Watch Facebook Timeline Video Of Influential South African Leader's Life [VIDEO]
Nelson Mandela's birthday is Wednesday, and admirers of the influential former South African president have filled the Internet with tributes to the once-jailed leader who brought South Africa out of an era of apartheid.
SS Coachella Music Line Up: Pulp, Hot Chip, Yeasayer And Girl Talk To Perform
Coachella has sprouted sea legs. The SS Coachella will be setting sail, it's a cruise line with up of artists like Pulp, Hot Chip, Yeasayer and Girl Talk, just to name a few. Goldenvoice has decided to take the musical festival to the sea.
Lauren Spierer Missing: Skull Found In Indianapolis; Family Awaits Results Of Tests
The family of missing Indiana University college student Lauren Spierer is waiting to find out if a skull found about 60 miles from where she disappeared is hers, which would bring closure to the family's ordeal since the 21-year-old blonde went missing over a year ago.
Yahoo! Beats Estimates In 2Q As Advertising Revenue Rises
Yahoo! Inc. (Nasdaq: YHOO)'s earnings increased in the second quarter as the tech giant's advertising revenue rose slightly.
Veronica Rothenhausler, Undefeated MMA Fighter, Knocks Out Ashlee Evans-Smith In Five Seconds [VIDEO]
Mixed Martial Arts fighter Veronica Rothenhausler is not only undefeated but has knocked out two other female fighters in the featherweight division in just five seconds, most recently opponent Ashlee Evans-Smith. The video of the five second knock out was uploaded to YouTube on Thursday and Incredible 5 Second KO - Inside MMA has garnered nearly three million views in under a week.
Memo To Mayer: 3 Points For A Better Yahoo
Now that you are starting as the third CEO of Yahoo (Nasdaq: YHOO) in a year, have a seat on the board of directors and are about to run your first company, here are a few things to keep in mind.
Pew Study Finds YouTube Is The Favourite News Spot
YouTube is the favourite news spot for 71 percent of American adults up from 66 percent (in 2010), who visit the site to stay tuned, says a survey conducted by Pew Research Center's Internet & American Life Project. The study adds that 28 percent of American adults visit YouTube daily.
Twitter's Mobile Strategy Puts It On Strong Wicket Against Competition
As news of Twitter overhauling its mobile channel mobile.twitter.com for feature phones and older browsers made the rounds from July 11, a close look at the new development shows how the mobile channel contributes a significant chunk of revenue for the microblogging site.
‘Mass Effect’ Costumes At Comic Con 2012: The Best Female Commander Shepherd Cosplay And Other Characters [PHOTOS]
Comic Con 2012 has finally drawn to a close after four days of crazy costumes, engaging panels and updates from the biggest names in all things nerd culture. The San Diego Convention Center was flooded with eager fans, some of which even camped outside to catch their favorite speakers and panelists.
Harmony Rose, Former Porn Star, Training As EMT And Has Received Public Support Despite Media Bias
Tracy Rolan has left her adult-film career behind in favor of volunteering as an emergency medical technician, and she appears to have the support of the public in Roanoke, Va.
Technology Focus: Cybertools Provide Little Immunity
Consider: at New York’s Stuyvesant H.S., one of the best in the country, more than 80 students are ensnared in a cheating probe of a city language exam administered last month. Cellphone accounts are intercepted by cops. Is anything electronic immune?
Microsoft all set to unveil Office 15
This July 16, you will be treated to a new version of Microsoft's productivity suite, Microsoft Office 15. The suite which is being unveiled in San Francisco has been available to select group of users since January.
Digg's Demise Turns Spotlight On Twitter, Facebook But Reddit Takes The Cake
After Digg got soldout to Betaworks for a paltry $500K despite being valued at $164 million previously, news of Social Network competitors killing Digg is doing the rounds even as messiahs urge competitors to refrain from going the Digg way.
iPhone 5 Release Date: Fall Launch Says Japanese Blog That Predicted iPhone 4S Debut
The next generation iPhone will be released in the fall, according to a Japanese blog that correctly predicted the iPhone 4S's release late in 2011.
Racially Charged Casting Controversy Rocks Historic Theater
La Jolla Playhouse on Thursday set off a social-media firestorm over the casting of its upcoming production of The Nightingale. Although the Hans Christian Andersen tale is set in Feudal China, the cast contains few Asian actors.
‘The Imposter’ Tells Haunting True Story, Recalls Other Stranger-Than-Fiction Documentaries
In the tradition of stranger than fiction documentaries, The Imposter reminds us just how cruel and absurd reality can be.
Facebook Chat Monitoring Mechanism Triggers Buzz In Digital Media
Facebook has begun monitoring chat room messages to alert cops against suspicious behavior.
'Jack The Gripper' Arrested By Missouri Police For 'Serial Hugging'
An unnamed 44-year-old man has been approaching female shoppers at supermarkets around the St. Louis area and asking for hugs under false pretenses.
National French Fry Day 2012: How To Score Free Fries Today Plus Recipes From Guy Fieri, Rachael Ray And Paula Deen
Not only is it Friday the 13th, but it's National French Fry Day as well. What better way to mark the occasion than getting your hands on some free french fries!
Is It Safe To Travel To ____? 10 Taboo Destinations And Why You Should Visit Them
Is it safe to travel to Myanmar? Is it ethical to travel to Antarctica? Where can I go in the Middle East where I won't be shot dead on the street? Let's dispel some common fears and misconceptions.