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Yahoo launched re-arranged search results solely for US Firefox users

Yahoo launched an exclusive new search design on Firefox in the US after 5 years of signing an agreement. The new Firefox design presents multiple easy and direct tools, surfacing across the screen but this facility is not available for other web browsers.

Nov 13, 2015 03:46 AM EST


German prosecutor acts against racist posts by investigating Facebook manager

Germany faced extreme social media criticism over absorbing millions of refugees from Syria. German politicians and celebrities raised their voices against such posts leading to a critical investigation of Facebook manager.

Nov 13, 2015 03:23 AM EST


Seaworld to replace killer whale show 'Shamu' with "conservation" focused displays in San Diego

SeaWorld said it would remove the popular “Shamu” killer whale show in San Diego and replace it with a display inclined to “conservation.”

Nov 13, 2015 03:00 AM EST


Appeals Court ruled that U.S. ITC can't regulate Internet transmissions

US Court for Appeals ruled on Tuesday that the US International Trade Commission (ITC) does not have the power to regulate the digital transmissions of data.

Nov 13, 2015 02:55 AM EST


Corn prices drop as U.S. estimate on inventories went up

Corn prices went down; meanwhile there are reports in a drop of crop prices as well.

Nov 13, 2015 02:50 AM EST


Google Maps Offline Navigation Gives More Convenience to Users

Google Maps mobile application adds offline navigation as a new feature. This benefits user that navigate through smartphone without cellular connection, such as travellers in dead zone or area with slow Internet connection.

Nov 13, 2015 02:48 AM EST


ChemChina plans to buy Syngenta for 41.7 billion francs

ChemChina is in talks to buy Syngenta AG at a price that could reach 41.7 billion francs.

Nov 13, 2015 02:38 AM EST


$48.4 Million For 'Blue Moon' Diamond Surpasses World Auction Record

The 2.03 carat blue moon diamond smashes all records Wednesday at Sothbey's Geneva Magnificient Jewels and Noble Jewels sale.

Nov 13, 2015 02:34 AM EST


Burberry’s flagship store in Hong Kong shrunk as its sales decreased

Burberry has agreed to shrink its flagship store in Hong Kong from two floors to just one as an effort to save costs and boost revenue. The company said the store is still profitable.

Nov 13, 2015 12:39 AM EST


Mozilla Release its Long Awaited Firefox for iOS

Firefox released its long awaited version for iOS on Thursday. After years long refusal, Firefox finally provides iPhone and iPad users the option to use Firefox in their gadget.

Nov 13, 2015 12:32 AM EST


The world’s first driverless bus will hit Switzerland roads in 2016

Swiss startup BestMile will begin its on road trials of its driverless bus in 2016. The autonomous bus is electrically powered and able to carry 9 passengers.

Nov 13, 2015 12:28 AM EST


Apple is planning to enter peer-to-peer payment market

Apple is working on a person-to-person payments service that may give iPhone users another reason to use their Apple Wallets. The company is currently in discussion phase with major banks regarding the new service.

Nov 13, 2015 12:26 AM EST


Chipotle Re-Opens Restaurant After E.coli Outbreak in Washington and Oregon

Chipotle Mexican Grill re-opens its restaurants after an E.coli outbreak force them to close 43 outlets in Washington and Oregon. Although test showed negative result, but cause of the outbreak is not found.

Nov 12, 2015 11:54 PM EST


Shake Shack mulls price hike in 2016

Shake Shack is again planning to raise its menu prices in January, its third time in just 16 months. According to its CEO, the price will not be increased too much and will be only around single-digit percent.

Nov 12, 2015 10:55 PM EST


Facebook rolls out Notify, a notification app

Facebook releases a new mobile app to unite news notifications and alerts, creating a single live stream on users phone’s lock screen. The app is available to download for iOS users only for now.

Nov 12, 2015 10:20 PM EST


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