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Map: "The World's Bravest Bloggers"
Produced by The Daily Beast, this map spotlights “17 people who are changing the world” through their editing, blogging, reporting, videos and twitter feeds. And one of them is Tehran Bureau’s Editor-in-Chief, Kelly Golnoush Niknejad. Under her editorship and management, the Tehran Bureau website, in editorial partnership with FRONTLINE, offers time ..read more.. via #smartr -...
Twitter growth to outpace Facebook
Although Facebook is the No. 1 social network with more than 500 million users, the site’s growth rate is beginning to plateau. According a new report from eMarketer, Twitter is set to grow at a much faster rate than its rival in 2011. The research firm expects the number of adult Twitter users to grow from 16.4 million in 2010 to 20.6 million this ..read more.. via #smartr - Brilliant...
Morgan Stanley hit by China-based hackers: report
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Morgan Stanley experienced a “very sensitive” break-in to its network by the same China-based hackers who attacked Google Inc’s computers more than a year ago, Bloomberg reported, citing leaked emails from an Internet security company. The emails from the Sacramento, California-based computer security firm HBGary Inc said that M ..read more.. via #smartr -...
Balancing My Life In Technology: Where Did That...
I go through a lot of information on a daily basis. Between my RSS Reader, Facebook, Twitter and email, I read and process a ton of information. And there comes a time where I need to find that article, I read that one time about that thing. You know, that one. Good luck trying to find it. If I’m lucky I saved it in my Evernote account or my ..read more.. via #smartr - Brilliant news...
Gmail back soon for everyone (Ben Treynor/Gmail...
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Gmail back soon for everyone — Posted by Ben Treynor, VP Engineering and Site Reliability Czar (24x7) — Imagine the sinking feeling of logging in to your Gmail account and finding it empty. That’s what happened to 0.02% of Gmail users yesterday, and we’re very sorry. ..read more.. via #smartr - Brilliant news reader for twitter+iphone
Rihanna and Ciara fight, make up via Twitter
Rihanna and Ciara engaged in a Twitter feud last week, but the pair has now made up. The beef began when Ciara appeared on E!’s Fashion Police with Joan Rivers, where she dissed Ri Ri. Ciara told Rivers, “I ran into [Rihanna] recently at a party. She wasn’t the nicest. It’s crazy, because I’ve always loved and respected what she’s done i ..read more.. via #smartr - Brilliant news reader for...
There are 645,120 ways to spell “Mo‘aamar...
Spelldictator.com has a simple, yet powerful message: it does not matter how you spell the name, the person behind the name is simply, evil, brutal, and a disgrace to humanity. Explore the possibilities at Spell Dictator and learn how you can help.
Spread the word against Muammer Gaddafi, Mouaammar Quattaffy, Mou‘amar Algataafe
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Change this New Facebook Privacy Setting ASAP!...
January 27, 2011
This is obviously a MUST so be sure to make this change in your privacy settings ASAP. Facebook is still rolling out the feature so if it’s not in your account yet it will be in a few days.Here are the steps…- STEP #1: Go To This link: - STEP #2: click ‘Account Security’- STEP #3: Click the box for “Secure Browsing (HTTPS) ..read more.. via #smartr - Brilliant news reader for...
Penthouse will launch the world’s first 3D porn...
It was only a matter of time. Penthouse Magazine announced today it will reveal the world’s first entirely 3D adult channel on March 1. Actually, it took longer than we thought it would. Penthouse Magazine announced it would launch the first 3D porn channel on March 1. According to its press release, consumers will have access to 30 hours of content ..read more.. via #smartr - Brilliant...
Futuristic Kiosk Spits Out Cash for Recycled...
Imagine stopping by your neighborhood retailer, offloading an old cell phone or laptop via an in-store kiosk and picking up cash for your device, just as you would get cash for coins through Coinstar or rent and return a RedBox DVD.It’s a futuristic idea with tangible value that startup ecoATM is already making a reality.ecoATM, a San Diego-based ..read more.. via #smartr - Brilliant news...
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8-bit hybrid illustrations
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If you ever thought what it would be like to mashup some of your favorite old school 8-bit video games together you are in luck. Here are some illustrations made by Aled Lewis. The Mario - Streefighter one is pretty cool I must say! Which one is your favorite?
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Impressive: Horses pull truck out of snow
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Nothing beats real horse power! Pulling a big milk truck is not an easy task and these four horses seem to do it with no problems. They look like Clydesdales to me, but I am not a horse expert. Anybody know if these are Clydesdales?
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Texas Governor Rick Perry Blocks Media from his...
In a move that runs counter to the open nature of Twitter, Texas Governor Rick Perry has blocked several members of the Texas media from accessing his Twitter account. Twitter has been a difficult beast for many politicians to tackle. It has led to a number of scandals and public feuds when short tempers couldn’t stop themselves from furiously typ ..read more.. via #smartr - Brilliant news...
You Can Own The Original Batman Forever Batmobile
Although a lot of people think the 1995 flick Batman Forever kinda stunk, I really liked it. I remember it came out while I was at University and all my friends and I went to see it together one weekend. It was a good time and a fun movie. But then again, I’ve always liked Val Kilmer, Tommy Lee Jones, Jim Carrey and Nicole Kidman.
If you liked tha ..read more.. via #smartr - Brilliant news...
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T-Mobile reminds everyone that the iPhone 4 is a...
T-Mobile is once again playing the ‘our network is the best’ game and have recently launched a new section on their website touting how they have the fastest network speeds. The new page is showing an infographic of network speeds from Atlanta and New York City showing T-Mobile ahead by a long ways. Plus, they have also reminded everyone once ag ..read more.. via #smartr - Brilliant news reader...
msc_page: Gmail accidentally resetting accounts,... →
msc_page: Gmail accidentally resetting accounts, years of correspondence vanish into the cloud? http://engt.co/eCfQcW via @engadget
Homeless People Start Tweeting in New Awareness...
It’s easy to ignore someone when you don’t know or care to know anything about them. But it’s different when that person shows up in your social media stream, telling you about a lonely day on the street or simply wishing you a happy Valentine’s Day.Underheard in New York is an initiative to help homeless New Yorkers speak for themselves thr ..read more.. via #smartr - Brilliant news reader for...
Groupon China, Gaopeng.com Just Went Live
Tencent and Groupon China’s Gaopeng just went live, a Chinese friend of mine informed me. Although the site is now live, there isn’t any deals available yet. Upon landing on the page, visitors are prompted to sign up for Gaopeng’s newsletter to receive further news. It seems like Tencent and Groupon have somehow reached an agreement in thei ..read more.. via #smartr - Brilliant news reader for...
12 fabulous drain stoppers - Holy Kaw!
Bath time can be fun time once again with these creative drain stoppers that’ll have you skipping the shower for a soothing soak. Just don’t drop the Kindle in the tub.
Stuck! Goldfish Bathtub Stopper HELP! Drain Stopper Flower to Test the Water Scuba Diver Bath Plug Full story at Oddee.
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Portraits created with screws - Holy Kaw!
Who says screws can only serve one purpose? Artist Andrew Myers certainly found a creative new use for the toolbox-dwelling bits. Using a detailed pre-drill plan consisting of 8,000 to 10,000 holes, Myers creates stunning 3-D portraits. What’s most impressive, though, is that he doesn’t use any computer software to guide him. He just figures it ..read more.. via #smartr - Brilliant news reader...
More towns fall to Anti-Gaddafi forces
The Libyan capital appears to be a lonely outpost for supporters of Muammar Gaddafi as the anti-Gaddafi camp gains control of more cities. The areas reported to be now under control of anti-government forces include Az-Zawiya, Misurata, Benghazi and Al Baida. According to reports, the country’s second most important military airport, not far from ..read more.. via #smartr - Brilliant news...
Nintendo 3DS Hits Stores In Japan
The Nintendo 3DS went on sale in Japan on Saturday and is expected to launch in the U.S and Europe next month. The 3DS has generated a lot of interest and excitement as it is the first to offer glasses free 3D gaming. Games at the Bic Camera Electronics store in Yurakucho lined up for the device.
In the first month of sales to the end of March, Nint ..read more.. via #smartr - Brilliant news...
The Northern Lights Came Out To Play
Incredible! Throughout this whole trip to Norway we have seen and done so many things and each has been an amazing experience. Even here right now up in the far North at Alta there was one thing we could not arrange or book… to see the Northern lights. Well, all things came together for us perfectly, we were having a tour round the Igloo Hotel and ..read more.. via #smartr - Brilliant...
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Time Lapse: Birth of a pond
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Check out this very nice time lapse of a pond being built, start to finish. It’s almost looks like toy trucks moving around. I love the way this was captured. Birth of a Pond Time Lapse from Severnaya.
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Facebook set to shut down in March 2011
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This just posted yesterday, Facebook to shut down on March 15, 2011. I am sure you have heard this breaking story by now, but if you haven’t see below. I can’t believe Mark Zuckerberg is shutting down Facebook. I knew he didn’t care about Facebook users. I re-posted the article below. Make sure to read this entire post so you have all the details!
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[Image inspirée par bitshare] pas du tout par vendetta :)) lol
A Male Cheerleader Nearly Cost Louisville The Game
No. 16 Louisville defeated No. 4 Pittsburgh today, no thanks to its cheerleading team.
Immediately after a Kyle Kuric dunk put the Cardinals up five with half a second to play, a male cheerleader grabbed the ball and chucked it in the air.
In an instant, a once-certain victory was suddenly in jeopardy. Louisville was charged with a technical foul, m ..read more.. via #smartr - Brilliant news...
Charlie Sheen: 'I Am on a Drug. It's Called...
Two and a Half Men against his boss and others last week – offers a look inside his world and says he wants to share his side of the story, in a new televised interview set to air this week. “I have one speed. I have one gear. Go!” he tells ABC’s Andrea Canning in a 20/20 interview airing Tuesday. “I dare you to keep up with me.” Sheen, 45, tells ..read more.. via...
Horse Surfing | Surfing with Horses in Bradenton |...
You’re not ashamed to admit it. You’ve done some pretty stupid things in your day. Ordering shellfish at that ribs joint in Tampa. Canceling your courtside Heat tickets on July 7 of last year. Engaging in small talk over White Russians with Charlie Sheen. So today, this being Friday, we wanted to introduce you to your next semi-idiotic pursuit. ..read more.. via #smartr - Brilliant news reader...
Worst PowerPoint slide of the week. Come on, you...
On Reddit today a person submitted this photo of a slide that was used apparently by the United States Defense Finance and Accounting Service during a recruiting presentation. In the year 2011 this kind of “communication” still occurs? I would love to ask the person who “designed” this “visual” what their intention was. And I love “Strong Communicat ..read...
