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Facebook posts fake news ads on print media in UK ahead of general election 2017

Facebook, in a bid to curb circulation of fake news on its social media site, has posted ads on news papers ahead of general election 2017 in the UK.

May 8, 2017

Donald Trump hails new healthcare bill

The US House of Representatives approved a bill on 4 May to repeal major parts of Obamacare and replace it with a Republican healthcare plan, handing President Donald Trump his biggest legislative victory but setting up a tough fight in the Senate. With the 217-213 vote, Republicans obtained just enough support to push the legislation through the House, sending it to the Senate for consideration. No Democrats voted for the bill. But the effort now faces new hurdles in the Senate, where the Republicans have only a 52-seat majority in the 100-seat chamber and where just a few Republican defections could sink the bill.

May 5, 2017

A snake is hiding among dry leaves in this viral photo; can you spot it?

In the viral photo shared by snake researcher Helen, the serpent is heavily camouflaged by dry leaves.

Apr 26, 2017

Should WhatsApp, Facebook group administrators be held liable for members' offensive posts?

Social media group admins play a vital role in moderating the discussion. But should they be held liable for punishment over offensive posts shared by others?

Apr 22, 2017

What does the Starbucks unicorn frappuccino taste like?

We asked people to try the new Starbucks unicorn frappuccino and the reactions were priceless.

Apr 21, 2017

WhatsApp and Facebook messenger icons seen on iPhone

Here's why it's risky to administer WhatsApp, Facebook groups

If you are a group admin on WhatsApp or Facebook, be prepared to get into trouble for others' posts.

Apr 21, 2017

El Clasico 2017: Cristiano Ronaldo, Leo Messi emoji released on Twitter

Real Madrid and FC Barcelona collide in the first-ever El Clasico of the calendar year 2017 on Sunday April 23 at the Santiago Bernabeu.

Apr 20, 2017

Mark Zuckerberg vows to help prevent repeat of Cleveland Facebook murder posting

Facebook chief, Mark Zuckerberg, pledged on 19 April that his company will do all it can to prevent postings of incidents like the fatal shooting in Cleveland, which was visible on the social media site for two hours. We have a lot more to do here. And were reminded of this this week by the tragedy in Cleveland, Zuckerberg said during Facebooks annual conference for software developers. Zuckerberg also expressed the sympathy of company employees to the friends and family of the shooting victim, Robert Godwin Sr.

Apr 19, 2017

After Prime Video, Amazon set to bring Fire TV Stick to India; price leaked ahead of launch

Amazon India Prime subscribers will be able to avail Fire TV Stick media streaming service at subsidised rate in India.

Apr 16, 2017

'Badree ki Dulhaniya': Samuel Badree's IPL hattrick celebrated by Twitter users...Alia Bhatt also tagged

The West Indies leg-spinner wreaked havoc during RCB's match against Mumbai Indians at the Chinnaswamy Stadium Bengaluru on Friday April 14.

Apr 14, 2017

Zomato glitch spams users in India with year-old order confirmation messages

Several Zomato users in Bengaluru received confirmation messages of older orders on Friday, and that raised their hopes of free food on a holiday. Read to find out what happened next.

Apr 14, 2017

Facebook's new makeover turns comments into pop-ups!

Remember how a new message pops up on your Facebook desktop? Now, thanks to the new Facebook design tweak; that's exactly (almost) how a new comment on your recent post will appear as.

Apr 13, 2017

UK's Royal Navy, Maritime and Coastguard Agency ask Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson to join them

A WWE superstar, a Hollywood hero, an Instagram sensation...Dwayne Johnson has been rocking Twitter ahead of Fast & Furious 8 release.

Apr 12, 2017

Donald Trump uses CPAC speech to slam fake news media

What are the rogue Twitter handles you can follow to learn the U.S. government's dirty secrets

If you feel the government of the U.S. is hiding something, these rogue and alternative Twitter accounts might shed some light on it.

Apr 8, 2017

YouTube stops showing ads on videos from channels that have not reached 10,000 views

From now on, YouTube won't serve ads on your videos if your channels has not yet reached at least 10,000 views.

Apr 7, 2017

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