The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology sent a final notice to Twitter, taking a tough stand against “offensive” hashtags and handles on the microblogging-social networking platform over the farmers’ agitation. The government has sent a notice to Twitter, warning the social media platform to take action against Twitter handles posting offensive hashtags, else cases will …
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3 February
After Two Crew Members 'Disappeared', PIA To Confiscate Passports Of Staff On Foreign Arrival
Things have not been going that well for Pakistan’s state carrier, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) to say the least. Just a few weeks back, in one of the rarest incidents in the history of international civil aviation, Malaysia had seized a PIA Boeing-777 at the Kuala Lumpur Airport over non-payment of aircraft lease dues. A PIA aircraft has been held …
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3 February
Government To Discuss Farmers' Protests; Bihar Police Says No Job For Protesters + Other News
1. Government Agrees To Discuss Farmers’ Protests For 15 Hours In Parliament In Breakthrough Talks PTI In breakthrough talks with the Opposition, the government will discuss farmers’ protests for 15 hours in Parliament. (Read more) 2. After Making Anti-Govt Social Media Post A ‘Crime’, Bihar Police Says No Jobs For Protesters PTI The Bihar Police has issued a circular warning …
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2 February
Apple Fitness Plus is a no
Apple has given us a not so subtle reminder to get moving with Fitness Plus, the new service that gives you all types of guided workouts to do at home, or wherever you want. Costing $10 (£10, AU$15) a month, or $80 (£80, AU$120) a year, Fitness Plus streams directly from your iPhone, iPad, or Apple TV and uses the …
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2 February
If you have to live today over and over, rent Groundhog Day for $3 first
Today might seem like Groundhog Day to SpaceX after SN9’s inauspicious landing, but that might be because this literally is Groundhog Day. While I truly cannot tell you if Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow or not, I can recommend celebrating America’s most bizarre holiday with a true cinematic classic: Bill Murray’s Groundhog Day. You can rent it for as little …
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2 February
Comcast doubles speed for Internet Essentials
For the most up-to-date news and information about the coronavirus pandemic, visit the WHO and CDC websites. Low-income subscribers to Comcast’s Internet Essentials broadband service will soon see their speeds double at no additional charge. The service, which currently offers 25Mbps downloads, will automatically be upgraded to 50Mbps starting March 1, the company said Tuesday. Upload speeds will also go …
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2 February
Google can help you find Black
Google is adding new ways to help users find and support Black-owned businesses. Starting last July, US merchants with a verified Google Business Profile could add a Black-owned business attribute to their profile so customers can see that it’s Black-owned when they find that business through Google Search and Maps. This week, Google extended the Black-owned attribute to the site’s Shopping tab, …
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2 February
Hubble iPad case bakes in the USB, SD, headphone and HDMI ports
This is one of those ideas that makes you go “D’oh! Why hasn’t anyone done it before?” Apple accessory maker Fledging’s Hubble for iPad pairs a full USB-C dock — two USB-C connectors, one USB-A, a 3.5mm analog headphone jack, HDMI connector and a micro and full-size SD card slots — and a sturdy metal case with a magnetic cover …
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2 February
EA Sports confirms new College Football game is in the works
EA Sports is returning to college football. The video game maker announced on Tuesday that it is developing a new version of the once-hit title, taking to Twitter to break the news. For those who never stopped believing…#EASPORTSCollegeFootball pic.twitter.com/2vDUYnbXEJ — EA SPORTS (@EASPORTS) February 2, 2021 Details about the new game, including which platforms it will head to and when …
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2 February
Best TVs for the big game 2021
On Sunday, Feb. 7 the Kansas City Chiefs will take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to determine the 2021 pro football championship. Pitting quarterbacks Tom Brady and Patrick Mahomes against one another promises to create one of the most exciting matchups in years. But is your TV up to the task? Big games like this are a great excuse to …
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