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Facebook is targeting jerks who spam your News Feed
- July 04, 2017
Pushing out dozens of links every day, many of questionable accuracy, they not only contribute to the spread of misinformation but sap Facebook itself of some of its usefulness. It doesn't seem to distinguish between reputable sources and spam links; but according to Recode , the amount of legitimate things serial Facebook oversharers actually post is nearly negligible. (more...)
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- July 04, 2017
Pushing out dozens of links every day, many of questionable accuracy, they not only contribute to the spread of misinformation but sap Facebook itself of some of its usefulness. It doesn't seem to distinguish between reputable sources and spam links; but according to Recode , the amount of legitimate things serial Facebook oversharers actually post is nearly negligible. (more...)
Donald Trump Cartoon Contest Held In Iran With Cash Prize
- July 04, 2017
Hadi Asadi from Iran won first prize, while Joaquin Aldequer from Spain took home second and Eduardo Baptistao from Brazil won third place in the contest . "I wanted to show Trump while trampling symbols of culture", said Asadi, who produced the cartoon in two weeks using a stylus pen digital printing method. (more...)
- July 04, 2017
Hadi Asadi from Iran won first prize, while Joaquin Aldequer from Spain took home second and Eduardo Baptistao from Brazil won third place in the contest . "I wanted to show Trump while trampling symbols of culture", said Asadi, who produced the cartoon in two weeks using a stylus pen digital printing method. (more...)
Boston Celtics Talk: Gordon Hayward Signs With Celtics
- July 04, 2017
After taking meetings with the Miami Heat and his incumbent Utah Jazz , Gordon Hayward ultimately decided that it would be in his best interest to sign with the Boston Celtics . On the other hand, Hayward could pull a Kevin Durant , who signed with the Warriors-at least in part-because he wanted to a change of scenery after playing in Oklahoma City for so many years. (more...)
- July 04, 2017
After taking meetings with the Miami Heat and his incumbent Utah Jazz , Gordon Hayward ultimately decided that it would be in his best interest to sign with the Boston Celtics . On the other hand, Hayward could pull a Kevin Durant , who signed with the Warriors-at least in part-because he wanted to a change of scenery after playing in Oklahoma City for so many years. (more...)
Sushma Swaraj lauds Shivraj Singh Chouhan for initiative to protect Narmada
- July 04, 2017
Officials from Guinness World Records observed the planting, according to the Times of India , with news on whether the state managed to set a new record expected in the coming weeks. Initially, the record of planting maximum saplings was created by the Akhilesh Yadav government in Uttar Pradesh in July 2016. We will be contributing significantly in saving nature. (more...)
- July 04, 2017
Officials from Guinness World Records observed the planting, according to the Times of India , with news on whether the state managed to set a new record expected in the coming weeks. Initially, the record of planting maximum saplings was created by the Akhilesh Yadav government in Uttar Pradesh in July 2016. We will be contributing significantly in saving nature. (more...)
Canada to apologize, pay former Gitmo prisoner Omar Khadr
- July 04, 2017
A spokesman for Public Safety Minister Ralph Goodale confirmed an ongoing court process, but wouldn't say anything further. The government and Khadr's lawyers negotiated the deal last month. in its abuse of Khadr". The Supreme Court of Canada ruled in 2010 that Canadian intelligence officials obtained evidence from Khadr under "oppressive circumstances" - which included sleep deprivation tactics - during interrogations in 2003 and then shared that evidence with United States officials. (more...)
- July 04, 2017
A spokesman for Public Safety Minister Ralph Goodale confirmed an ongoing court process, but wouldn't say anything further. The government and Khadr's lawyers negotiated the deal last month. in its abuse of Khadr". The Supreme Court of Canada ruled in 2010 that Canadian intelligence officials obtained evidence from Khadr under "oppressive circumstances" - which included sleep deprivation tactics - during interrogations in 2003 and then shared that evidence with United States officials. (more...)
Canadian PM Justin Trudeau meets Taoiseach in Dublin
- July 04, 2017
The pair were pictured ahead of talks at Farmleigh House in the Phoenix Park - where Varadkar appeared to come second in the "sock-off" with Trudeau opting not to wear leprechaun stockings. "I understand that there are concerns", the Taoiseach said. Mr Varadkar was recently criticised for the gender balance of his ministerial appointments. (more...)
- July 04, 2017
The pair were pictured ahead of talks at Farmleigh House in the Phoenix Park - where Varadkar appeared to come second in the "sock-off" with Trudeau opting not to wear leprechaun stockings. "I understand that there are concerns", the Taoiseach said. Mr Varadkar was recently criticised for the gender balance of his ministerial appointments. (more...)
Ram Nath Kovind to campaign in Hyderabad on Tuesday
- July 04, 2017
She is scheduled to visit Puducherry tomorrow. Party sources said, Mr Kovind will interact with the leader of legislature party of TRS , YSR Congress and TDP. "It is very important for all of us, particularly the office of presidency and voters like you. The values of the country are under threat ", she said while speaking to reporters at the TPCC headquarters here on Monday.'On a strong footing'On her chances of victory, she said she was quite confident of it though it is an ... (more...)
- July 04, 2017
She is scheduled to visit Puducherry tomorrow. Party sources said, Mr Kovind will interact with the leader of legislature party of TRS , YSR Congress and TDP. "It is very important for all of us, particularly the office of presidency and voters like you. The values of the country are under threat ", she said while speaking to reporters at the TPCC headquarters here on Monday.'On a strong footing'On her chances of victory, she said she was quite confident of it though it is an ... (more...)
J&K: Police detain traders for protesting against GST implementation in state
- July 04, 2017
The opposition National Conference or NC and Congress lawmakers accused Mr Beig of insulting the chair.BJP members then told Mr Rashid to apologise for saying Jammu and Kashmir is a "disputed territory pending a resolution". Finance Minister Haseeb Drabu moved the resolution seeking suggestions from the MLAs on how to implement the 101st amendment of the Indian Constitution in the state with modifications to ensure that the special status under Article 370 of the Constitution is not affected. (more...)
- July 04, 2017
The opposition National Conference or NC and Congress lawmakers accused Mr Beig of insulting the chair.BJP members then told Mr Rashid to apologise for saying Jammu and Kashmir is a "disputed territory pending a resolution". Finance Minister Haseeb Drabu moved the resolution seeking suggestions from the MLAs on how to implement the 101st amendment of the Indian Constitution in the state with modifications to ensure that the special status under Article 370 of the Constitution is not affected. (more...)
Darren Collison to Ink Two-Year, $20 Million Deal With Pacers
- July 04, 2017
The deal is said to include a partial guarantee on the second year. After three years with Sacramento, Collison returns to the Pacers, where he played from 2010 to 2012. There's a decent chance the two sides will find some middle ground even with Ellis having only averaged 8.5 points and 3.2 assists per game this past year. (more...)
- July 04, 2017
The deal is said to include a partial guarantee on the second year. After three years with Sacramento, Collison returns to the Pacers, where he played from 2010 to 2012. There's a decent chance the two sides will find some middle ground even with Ellis having only averaged 8.5 points and 3.2 assists per game this past year. (more...)
Arab nations extend deadline in Qatar crisis by 48 hours
- July 04, 2017
Saudi Arabia refuses to soften his attitude towards Qatar and said that his demands can not be negotiated. Saudi Arabia , the UAE, Bahrain and Egypt said they were "studying" a list of potential political and economic sanctions against Qatar after it rejected the list of demands. (more...)
- July 04, 2017
Saudi Arabia refuses to soften his attitude towards Qatar and said that his demands can not be negotiated. Saudi Arabia , the UAE, Bahrain and Egypt said they were "studying" a list of potential political and economic sanctions against Qatar after it rejected the list of demands. (more...)
Royal Family to Bring the Children on Tour to Poland, Germany
- July 04, 2017
A statement from the Palace said the Cambridges are "very much looking forward" to their visit and that the public can expect to see the royal children "on at least a couple of occasions over the course of the week". They're probably the most famous siblings in the world, but young Prince George and Princess Charlotte probably don't even know their power just yet. (more...)
- July 04, 2017
A statement from the Palace said the Cambridges are "very much looking forward" to their visit and that the public can expect to see the royal children "on at least a couple of occasions over the course of the week". They're probably the most famous siblings in the world, but young Prince George and Princess Charlotte probably don't even know their power just yet. (more...)
Over 100000 Migrants Arrived in Europe by Mediterranean Since January: IOM
- July 04, 2017
The UN Migration Agency (IOM) reports that 101,210 migrants and refugees entered Europe by sea in 2017 through 3 July, with nearly 85 per cent arriving in Italy and the remainder divided between Greece, Cyprus and Spain. Separately, foreign ministers from European and African countries affected by the crisis will meet in Rome on Thursday with representatives of the EU and United Nations as part of a diplomatic push to stem the influx. (more...)
- July 04, 2017
The UN Migration Agency (IOM) reports that 101,210 migrants and refugees entered Europe by sea in 2017 through 3 July, with nearly 85 per cent arriving in Italy and the remainder divided between Greece, Cyprus and Spain. Separately, foreign ministers from European and African countries affected by the crisis will meet in Rome on Thursday with representatives of the EU and United Nations as part of a diplomatic push to stem the influx. (more...)
Auto crashes into pool after 'driver hits wrong pedal'
- July 04, 2017
Fortunately, the pool was not open to the public at the time of the incident. Reports said the auto hit another vehicle and drove at up to 60mph (97km/h) up a hill, through a fence and into the pool. A Colorado woman turned her auto into a submarine when she sent it plunging into the bottom of a swimming pool at a resort on accident. Dozens of bystanders watched as the dripping SUV was raised in the air and lowered down on a tow truck. (more...)
- July 04, 2017
Fortunately, the pool was not open to the public at the time of the incident. Reports said the auto hit another vehicle and drove at up to 60mph (97km/h) up a hill, through a fence and into the pool. A Colorado woman turned her auto into a submarine when she sent it plunging into the bottom of a swimming pool at a resort on accident. Dozens of bystanders watched as the dripping SUV was raised in the air and lowered down on a tow truck. (more...)
Juncker says European Parliament is "totally ridiculous"
- July 04, 2017
Juncker, himself from the small Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, was visibly annoyed as he watched the proceedings in the near empty parliamentary chamber in Strasbourg. We are not ridiculous, please. "That is enough, please". "I would like to welcome those that have actually taken the trouble to turn up this morning", he said to looks of astonishment at meeting in the Strasbourg seat of the parliament. (more...)
- July 04, 2017
Juncker, himself from the small Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, was visibly annoyed as he watched the proceedings in the near empty parliamentary chamber in Strasbourg. We are not ridiculous, please. "That is enough, please". "I would like to welcome those that have actually taken the trouble to turn up this morning", he said to looks of astonishment at meeting in the Strasbourg seat of the parliament. (more...)
22 states abolish border check posts
- July 04, 2017
The implementation of the GST is being debated at a four-day special session of the legislature that began earlier on Tuesday. "That being so, the 5 per cent concessional GST rate on these devices/equipment would result in reduction of the cost of domestically manufactured goods, as compared to the pre-GST regime", the ministry said in a statement. (more...)
- July 04, 2017
The implementation of the GST is being debated at a four-day special session of the legislature that began earlier on Tuesday. "That being so, the 5 per cent concessional GST rate on these devices/equipment would result in reduction of the cost of domestically manufactured goods, as compared to the pre-GST regime", the ministry said in a statement. (more...)
Venus cries about crash in which man died
- July 04, 2017
Williams is being sued by the estate of an elderly Florida man who died last month after his vehicle was hit by a auto driven by the American star. "There are really no words to describe how devastating-and, yeah, I'm completely speechless", Williams said. (more...)
- July 04, 2017
Williams is being sued by the estate of an elderly Florida man who died last month after his vehicle was hit by a auto driven by the American star. "There are really no words to describe how devastating-and, yeah, I'm completely speechless", Williams said. (more...)
Florida Man Accidentally Shoots Himself in Crotch
- July 04, 2017
Jelks immediately rushed into his girlfriend's house and went straight to the bathroom, according to WKMG-TV in Orlando. The gun was on the driver's seat and Jelks sitting on it likely caused it to fire, sending a bullet into his crutch. Within seconds the man had realized he had just shot himself in the privates. Cedrick Jelks pleaded guilty in 2004 to cocaine possession, according to court records. (more...)
- July 04, 2017
Jelks immediately rushed into his girlfriend's house and went straight to the bathroom, according to WKMG-TV in Orlando. The gun was on the driver's seat and Jelks sitting on it likely caused it to fire, sending a bullet into his crutch. Within seconds the man had realized he had just shot himself in the privates. Cedrick Jelks pleaded guilty in 2004 to cocaine possession, according to court records. (more...)
Fourth of July celebrations are fun, but firework safety is no. 1
- July 04, 2017
The Dumas Fire Department says fireworks caused the field to light up and weather was another factor which helped the flames grow. Wait 20 minutes and treat as spent fireworks , soaking overnight and placing in a metal container with a lid, away from any structure. (more...)
- July 04, 2017
The Dumas Fire Department says fireworks caused the field to light up and weather was another factor which helped the flames grow. Wait 20 minutes and treat as spent fireworks , soaking overnight and placing in a metal container with a lid, away from any structure. (more...)
Why bar a person from depositing demonetised notes? Supreme Court to government
- July 04, 2017
In a major relief to those reeling under the burden of note ban, the Supreme Court has asked the Centre and Reserve Bank of India to give another window to deposit demonetised currency. Khehar asked the Centre to consider an extension and instruct its counsel whether one was possible. The court said, " you had promised them a window. (more...)
- July 04, 2017
In a major relief to those reeling under the burden of note ban, the Supreme Court has asked the Centre and Reserve Bank of India to give another window to deposit demonetised currency. Khehar asked the Centre to consider an extension and instruct its counsel whether one was possible. The court said, " you had promised them a window. (more...)
United States conducts Somalia airstrike targeting al-Shabab
- July 04, 2017
In practice, however, the Pentagon has recently been very tight-lipped about the results of airstrikes, especially those strikes that didn't go according to plan, meaning that "al-Shabaab was targeted" may well be the last we ever hear about the incident. (more...)
- July 04, 2017
In practice, however, the Pentagon has recently been very tight-lipped about the results of airstrikes, especially those strikes that didn't go according to plan, meaning that "al-Shabaab was targeted" may well be the last we ever hear about the incident. (more...)
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