F8 2019: 10 major announcements from Facebook on day one
“The Future is Private”, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg declared in his keynote at F8, the social network’s annual conference in San Jose Tuesday. For analysts and critics, Facebook’s pivot to privacy has been a closely watched development ever since he alluded to it in a post in March this year.
“The Future is Private”, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg declared in his keynote at F8, the social network’s annual conference in San Jose Tuesday. For analysts and critics, Facebook’s pivot to privacy has been a closely watched development ever since he alluded to it in a post in March this year.
Interactive tool shows what tech giants know about you
If you’ve never bothered to read the privacy policies of all the free apps and services that everyone considers essential, here’s a handy tool that digs into the specifics of what you’ve parted with.
If you’ve never bothered to read the privacy policies of all the free apps and services that everyone considers essential, here’s a handy tool that digs into the specifics of what you’ve parted with.
IKEA issues safety warning about changing table after 3 injuries reported
After receiving three reports of injuries, IKEA issued a safety warning for customers who use the SUNDVIK changing table and chest.
After receiving three reports of injuries, IKEA issued a safety warning for customers who use the SUNDVIK changing table and chest.
US searches of phones, laptops at airports rising, suit says
U.S. government searches of travelers' cellphones and laptops at airports and border crossings nearly quadrupled since 2015.
U.S. government searches of travelers' cellphones and laptops at airports and border crossings nearly quadrupled since 2015.
New York City bans alcohol ads on city property
New York Mayor Bill de Blasio has announced a ban of alcohol advertising on city property.
New York Mayor Bill de Blasio has announced a ban of alcohol advertising on city property.
Why Lyft, Uber discounts may be lower than you expect
From Via to Juno, Uber and Lyft, a lot of for-hire apps are vying for the attention of New Yorkers. One method for keeping a user or bringing one back seems to be the offer of discounted rides.
From Via to Juno, Uber and Lyft, a lot of for-hire apps are vying for the attention of New Yorkers. One method for keeping a user or bringing one back seems to be the offer of discounted rides.
Bernie Sanders suggests Disney should use 'Avengers: Endgame' profits to pay workers
Bernie Sanders has an idea on how Disney could ensure all its employees earn a "middle class wage" with the snap of its fingers.
Bernie Sanders has an idea on how Disney could ensure all its employees earn a "middle class wage" with the snap of its fingers.
AM New York and other free community newspapers serve a need
Free community newspapers across the country are not just surviving they are thriving despite so many people getting their news online. In the hustle and bustle of New York City, free newspaper stands share the sidewalks with New Yorkers.
Free community newspapers across the country are not just surviving they are thriving despite so many people getting their news online. In the hustle and bustle of New York City, free newspaper stands share the sidewalks with New Yorkers.
Chick-fil-A makes Easter Sunday delivery for boy with brain tumor
Owners of a Texas Chick-fil-A broke one of the company's biggest rules and opened their doors on Easter Sunday.
Owners of a Texas Chick-fil-A broke one of the company's biggest rules and opened their doors on Easter Sunday.
You can now buy Crocs with miniature fanny packs on them
There is a new twist on a popular set of shoes that may be perfect for those theme park trips.
There is a new twist on a popular set of shoes that may be perfect for those theme park trips.
Kids II recalls 700,000 rocking sleepers after reports of infant deaths
Kids II is recalling nearly 700,000 rocking sleepers linked to at least five infant deaths since 2012. Officials said anyone who bought a sleeper should stop using it right away.
Kids II is recalling nearly 700,000 rocking sleepers linked to at least five infant deaths since 2012. Officials said anyone who bought a sleeper should stop using it right away.
Amazon selling 'ultimate millennial' avocado pool float with removable beach-ball pit
It's a fruit that goes well with sandwiches and on toast, but now it can go with you to the pool or beach. Amazon is now selling avocado pool floats with a removable pit as a beach ball.
It's a fruit that goes well with sandwiches and on toast, but now it can go with you to the pool or beach. Amazon is now selling avocado pool floats with a removable pit as a beach ball.
Dr. Pepper announces new flavor for first time in 5 years
Dr. Pepper has introduced a newer, darker version of the popular soft drink that will only be around for a limited time.
Dr. Pepper has introduced a newer, darker version of the popular soft drink that will only be around for a limited time.
Your 'Precious Moments' figurines could be worth something
Remember when everyone said Beanie Babies might be worth some serious cash one day? Well, that may have not fully panned out — but Precious Moments figurines could sell for more money than you think.
Remember when everyone said Beanie Babies might be worth some serious cash one day? Well, that may have not fully panned out — but Precious Moments figurines could sell for more money than you think.
Stocks close the week at record highs
Stocks rose slightly to end the week at new record highs Friday after better-than-expected first quarter economic growth data offset some disappointing earnings reports.
Stocks rose slightly to end the week at new record highs Friday after better-than-expected first quarter economic growth data offset some disappointing earnings reports.
Want to get paid to sleep? Mattress Firm is hiring 'snoozeterns'
There is a company that will pay you to take naps. Yes, really.
There is a company that will pay you to take naps. Yes, really.
Amazon to bring 1-day delivery to Prime members
Two-day delivery is going out of style.
Two-day delivery is going out of style.
Ford: Justice Dept. opens probe into emissions certification
Ford says the Justice Department has opened a criminal investigation into its U.S. emissions certification process.
Ford says the Justice Department has opened a criminal investigation into its U.S. emissions certification process.
San Francisco-based Uber looks to raise up to $9B in initial public offering
Uber is planning to sell 180 million shares for between $44 and $50 each, valuing the ride-hailing giant lower than previous estimates in a sign of that some of the excitement around ride-hailing has cooled.
Uber is planning to sell 180 million shares for between $44 and $50 each, valuing the ride-hailing giant lower than previous estimates in a sign of that some of the excitement around ride-hailing has cooled.
National Pretzel Day: Enjoy some salty, chewy goodness with these deals
Here are the locations around the country that will offer some discounted or free goodies for National Pretzel Day.
Here are the locations around the country that will offer some discounted or free goodies for National Pretzel Day.