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Facebook tackles face-recognition privacy concern
Facebook has made it easier for users to opt out of its controversial facial-recognition technology for photographs, an effort to address concerns that it had violated consumers' privacy.
Google+ and the loss of online anonymity
As Google rolls out its Google+ social network, it is struggling with the same questions about identity that have caused problems for Facebook in the past: namely, how much should it force people to use their ?real? names? The web giant has been disabling user accounts on Google+ for a variety of reasons over the past few weeks, but it has caused an outcry from many who feel it is being too strict in some cases and not enough in others. The big issue at the root of this battle, as we have point...
Half of men would ditch woman who gained weight: poll
Men are more concerned with their partner's body type than women but they also seem to value family more highly, according to a new survey released on Tuesday.
Google+ Says Fake Name Users Will Be Notified Before Accounts Canceled
Google+ says now it will notify users with fake names about the violation before accounts are canceled, so they will have the opportunity to remedy the situation, or tell Google+ it's a mistake.
Facebook tweaks face-recognition after complaints
Facebook has made it easier for users to opt out of its controversial facial-recognition technology for photographs, an effort to address concerns that it had violated consumers' privacy.
Gannett's DailyChicken Deals Service Expanding
Gannett, America's largest newspaper chain, is expanding DailyChicken, its daily deals service, in direct competition Groupon and LivingSocial.
The Many Faces of Norway Shooting Suspect Anders Behring Breivik (PHOTOS)
Norway shooting suspect and Oslo bomber Anders Behring Breivik is charged with allegedly killing some 76 individuals. The world is left with a confusing manifesto and some shocking images to piece together the man behind the massacre.
Google, Facebook Are Addictive to Users, Study Says
If the thought of no Internet, no Google, no Facebook, no Twitter left you feeling despondent, upset or lonely, turns out, you are not alone. A new study from the United Kingdom found that about half of the people queried said they'd feel "upset" if deprived of the Internet for a short amount of time.
Forgotten Beatle Pete Best Gets Street Named After Him
He was unceremoniously dumped in ?62, just before the Beatles gained fame
Gunners Exceed Seven Million Followers on Facebook; What Do the Fans Think?
Arsenal has confirmed that the club?s official Facebook page now has more than seven million fans.
Netflix Puts Streaming Into Overdrive With DVD Biz Peaking
Jefferies & Co. said Netflix Inc.'s (NASDAQ: NFLX) second quarter results missed revenue and subscribers addition estimates on higher churn, while third quarter guidance was below consensus.
Kristin Cavallari and Jay Cutler Disengaged their Engagement
Kristin Cavallari, reality TV star and Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler have called off their three month old engagement. The couple had been together since 10 months and got engaged in April.
Why is Google Kicking People off Google+?
Google is giving people the boot from Google+ for quality control purposes.
Netflix Price Increase Hits Investors as Stock Plunges
Negative impact is only short term, executives say
At least 100,000 join Oslo march in grief and unity
At least 100,000 people rallied in Oslo and tens of thousands more marched in cities across Norway on Monday in a nationwide expression of grief and unity over the massacre of 76 people by Anders Behring Breivik.
Best iPhone & iPad Apps for Travel
Whether you are traveling for a few hours or a few days, these Apple iPhone apps are sure to keep your trip headed in the right direction.
ESPN Releases 'Evolution of the Touchdown Dance' (VIDEO)
In seemingly perfect timing, ESPN released a highly entertaining "The Evolution of the Touchdown Dance" video on Monday
Was Jay Cutler Too Controlling for Kristin Cavallari? [PHOTOS]
ay Cutler, 28, may had dumped Kristin Cavallari, 24, but a friend of the "Hills" start told People.com that the Chicago Bear quarterback was too controlling in the relationship.
Camp for Free in NYC with the Urban Park Rangers
The New York Department of Parks and Recreation is auctioning off 'urban-camping' spots in many city parks. Put in an application Wednesday for a chance to camp out in your favorite city oasis.
Norway killer tells judge "two more cells" exist
Anders Behring Breivik told a Norwegian judge on Monday his bombing and shooting rampage that killed 93 people aimed to save Europe from a Muslim takeover, and said that "two more cells" existed in his organization.
Google+ VP: Real Names Required to Set Positive Tone; Report
A report says Google+ is requiring real names to set a positive tone on its new social networking site. A company spokesman says Google+ is working on a way to allow pseudonyms.
Google+ Boasts of Over 20 Million Users but Businesses Have Nothing to do With it
Google's latest social networking site Google+ (or Google Plus) now boasts of over 20 million users but it surprisingly Business Profiles have nothing to do with it.
Google+ Games Stream Could Overtake Facebook, Top 10 Games Users Want to Play
Google+ knows the gaming industry will be huge in their quest to get on par with rival Facebook. After numerous assumptions that the online search giant are in pursuit of adding games to their latest social network project, a leak indicates that games may be on the way.
Norway mass killer wants time in court to tell why
Anders Behring Breivik wants to tell Norway and the world why he killed at least 93 people in a bomb attack and shooting rampage, but prosecutors have asked for Monday's custody hearing to be closed to the public.
Planking is an Internet Sensation but Owling is the Rage Now (MOST POPULAR PLANKING AND OWLING PHOTOS)
Planking has become an Internet sensation within a short period of time despite the fact that it's dangerous and it's facing a new threat now - Owling.
Planking 2.0: Owling is Now Trendy, and More Awkward [SLIDESHOW]
Owling is now on the rise as the latest trend on Facebook. If it's not as thrilling as the popular Facebook fad, namely planking, what makes the new pose so trendy?
Cone-ing is the Newest Internet Prank After Planking and Owling Trends [PHOTOS] [VIDEO]
Cone-ing is a video fad where participants order an ice cream cone at a fast food drive-through. The first cone-ing video was uploaded to YouTube by Stevens through his user stevensalki on May 18th, 2009, and has received around 130,000 views as of June 2011.
Amy Winehouse Dead at 27: Tributes Flood Facebook and Twitter (PHOTOS)
Amy Winehouse, a 27-year-old controversial singer in London, was found dead in her house on Saturday and tributes are pouring in on Twitter and Facebook.
Google + Attracts 20 million Users Globally in 3 Weeks
According to comScore, Google+ has over 20 million users, not including those who visited the Website from Android or smartphones. Of them, 5 million users were from United States.
Anders Behring Breivik: Homegrown Terrorist or Narcissistic Killer?
While it is clear that Breivik had held radical Christian views and was a confirmed anti-Muslim, there is still no conclusive evidence to suggest that he had sculpted himself into a homegrown terrorist with established agenda. It is possible that the attacker was a demented, narcissistic killer who was misguided by the notion of a single person being able to change the world.


