People in countries traditionally considered "free" feel under more online surveillance, according to a BBC Survey. The Freedom 2014 poll asked people how inhibited they felt in the internet age. via Pocket http://ift.tt/1mtCtRY
Monday, 31 March 2014
Ex-TV star Smriti Irani to stand against Rahul Gandhi
India's main opposition BJP has chosen actor-turned politician Smriti Irani to stand against Congress party leader Rahul Gandhi in the general elections. via Pocket http://ift.tt/1gj7UJD
Japan whaling ban welcomed in Australia and New Zealand
The International Court of Justice ruled that the programme was not for scientific research as Japan claimed. Supporters of the ban say they are "delighted". Japan said it would comply with the judgement, but was "deeply disappointed". via Pocket http://ift.tt/1gj7VNr
Ukraine crisis: Nato meeting to step up pressure on Russia
Nato foreign ministers are due to discuss ways to help Ukraine and reassure allies in Eastern Europe, at a meeting in Brussels. It is the first time ministers from the 28 member states have convened since Russia's takeover of Crimea caused a diplomatic crisis. via Pocket http://ift.tt/1klWzw7
California man washed out to sea during baptism
Benito Flores, 43, was among several people helping his cousin, Pastor Maurigro Cervantes, baptise a man near the Guadalupe Dunes Preserve north of Santa Barbara. Two others were swept out by a huge wave but were able to swim to shore. via Pocket http://ift.tt/1oiuvQf
Caption Contest: It’s a Glassastrophe!
No, honey – I swear I wasn’t shopping online. Can you think of a caption? Give us your most hilarious caption and you’ll be in the running to win a coveted MakeUseOf geeky t-shirt! via Pocket http://ift.tt/1ok0jUZ
Tunisia policemen jailed for rape of 'Meriem'
Two Tunisian policemen have been sentenced to seven years in prison for raping a young woman in a case that has triggered angry protests. The woman, known as Meriem Ben Mohamed, said she was attacked after officers stopped her in a car with her fiance. via Pocket http://ift.tt/1gizMNY
Germany returns art stolen by Nazis in 1939 to Poland
Germany has returned an 18th Century painting that was looted from Poland's National Museum by the Nazis in 1939. The piece by Venetian artist Francesco Guardi, entitled "Palace Stairs", was taken shortly after Germany invaded. via Pocket http://ift.tt/1ojw2pn
Robotic futures: Telepresence your way into work
When you can not get to a meeting or inspect a warehouse in person, the next best thing is to transport yourself there remotely. 'Telepresence' is fast gaining traction in the workplace as videoconferencing and other technological tools become ever more sophisticated. via Pocket http://ift.tt/1fh1bng
Rural broadband maps criticised for lacking detail
The government and BT are under fresh attack for the way the rollout of the UK's rural broadband is being handled. A committee of MPs said that many of the maps released lacked sufficient detail about coverage and the speeds that would be provided. It also questioned the costs involved. via Pocket http://ift.tt/1gVoAg3
Microsoft's Default Windows XP Wallpaper Would Look Very Different If It Were Made Today
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This Adorable Video From Google Shows When It Hands Over Your Personal Data
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US 'may free Israel spy Jonathan Pollard'
The US may consider releasing Jonathan Pollard, an American jailed for spying for Israel, in an bid to save the Middle East peace process, reports say. Israel would have to make significant concessions to the Palestinians in return, reports said. via Pocket http://ift.tt/1fHVPhG
Uruguay's Football Association resigns over violence at games
The entire board of Uruguay's Football Association has resigned amid a crisis over violence at football games. The board said it had taken the decision to "allow other political views to govern our football". via Pocket http://ift.tt/1hcI9eb
OkCupid Asks Users To Boycott Firefox Because The Company's CEO Is Anti-Gay Marriage
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Venezuela forces 'clear' protest city of San Cristobal
Many of the city's roads had been blocked by barricades erected as part of anti-government protests. The wave of demonstrations, which started in San Cristobal almost two months ago, has since spread to the capital, Caracas, and other cities. via Pocket http://ift.tt/1rXlRpH
Turkey hijacks servers in social media crackdown
Turkey has started hijacking net addresses as it steps up attempts to block access to social media. Addresses belonging to Google, Level 3 and OpenDNS have all been hijacked by order of the Turkish government. via Pocket http://ift.tt/1moBcMa
The HTG Guide to Wirelessly Charging Your Gadgets
Thanks to a new mobile device charging standard, it’s possible to keep your phone charged up without ever fumbling with the tiny microUSB charging cable again. via Pocket http://ift.tt/1pxQkso
George Osborne hails 'biggest tax cuts in two decades'
Chancellor George Osborne is set to hail what he says is "the biggest reduction of business and personal tax in two decades". As a raft of tax changes take effect, he will say stability and confidence are returning to the economy. via Pocket http://ift.tt/1gREYhu
Smartphone banking transactions 'double' in past year
The number of transactions made through banks' smartphone apps has "doubled" in the last year, the British Bankers Association has said. Its chief executive Anthony Browne told the Today programme that 5. via Pocket http://ift.tt/1fdBML7
Police 'damaged but not broken', says annual HMIC report
An annual assessment of policing in England and Wales says it has been damaged - but not broken - by scandals. HM Chief Inspector of Constabulary Tom Winsor said scandals and revelations had damaged public confidence and the morale of honest hardworking officers. via Pocket http://ift.tt/1rX3uBf
Frozen becomes biggest animation in box office history
Disney animation Frozen has become the top-grossing animated film in box office history. The musical film has now made $1.072bn (£644.38m) globally, beating Toy Story 3's previous record of $1.063bn in 2010, according to Boxofficemojo.com. via Pocket http://ift.tt/P983tj
UN court: Japan whaling 'not scientific'
The UN's International Court of Justice (ICJ) has ruled that Japan's Antarctic whaling programme is not for scientific purposes. Japan catches about 1,000 whales each year for what it calls scientific research. via Pocket http://ift.tt/1dJqMqv
Frozen becomes highest-grossing animation of all time
Frozen has become the highest-grossing animated film of all time. The Disney film recently reached $1.072 billion (£644.5m) at the worldwide box office, overtaking previous record-holder Toy Story 3. via Pocket http://ift.tt/1pxqWmA
Ebola: Liberia confirms cases, Senegal shuts border
The first two cases of Ebola have been confirmed in Liberia, after spreading from neighbouring Guinea, where the deadly virus has killed 78 people. The two Liberian cases are sisters, one of whom had recently returned from Guinea, officials say. via Pocket http://ift.tt/P90wun
India's social media election battle
Ahead of the general elections, political parties in India are attempting to woo voters on social media for the first time. via Pocket http://ift.tt/1hR9jrG
Ask HTG: Can I Improve The Quality of Pandora’s Music Streaming?
You love Pandora’s streaming music service and you use it on your computer, phone, and even pipe it into your stereo system, yet the quality of the stream seems to vary depending on the device you use. via Pocket http://ift.tt/1kg5n6R
Russian PM Dmitry Medvedev in Crimea visit
Russia's Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev has arrived in Crimea - the most senior Russian official to visit since it was annexed from Ukraine. Mr Medvedev is visiting Crimea's main city Simferopol, leading a delegation of Russian ministers. via Pocket http://ift.tt/1iQXe9s
Swiss probe banks over foreign exchange market
Switzerland's competition commission is investigating possible manipulation of foreign exchange rates at several British, US and Swiss banks. RBS, Barclays, UBS, Credit Suisse, Zuercher Kantonal Bank, Julius Baer, JP Morgan and Citigroup are being probed by Swiss competition commission, Weko. via Pocket http://ift.tt/1fcXWNM
'Cinderella' emotional cruelty law considered
Laws on cruelty to children may be altered to increase the penalty for emotional abuse, campaigners say. The Ministry of Justice said it was considering changing the law in England and Wales. via Pocket http://ift.tt/1jNQpca
What is stopping girls going into science and technology?
The government wants to encourage growth in science and technology, but a study in 2013 suggested that 40,000 more graduates are needed every year. via Pocket http://ift.tt/1gfk99O
Sunday, 30 March 2014
Huawei profits surge 34% on strong China demand
Chinese telecoms equipment maker Huawei has reported a 34% increase in annual profits, its fastest growth in profits for four years. Net profit for 2013 was 21bn yuan ($3.38bn; £2bn), compared with 15.6bn yuan the year before. via Pocket http://ift.tt/1gfjHsl
Altitude sickness 'two illnesses' says Edinburgh University study
Altitude sickness is two illnesses, according to Edinburgh scientists. The condition, triggered by falling oxygen levels, causes mild sickness, headaches and life-threatening problems affecting the heart, lungs and brain. via Pocket http://ift.tt/1iPNlc0
Devinder Pal Singh Bhullar: India court commutes sentence
India's top court has commuted the sentence of death row prisoner Devinder Pal Singh Bhullar to life in jail. Bhullar had been convicted over a 1993 bomb blast in Delhi which killed nine. He has been on death row since 2001. via Pocket http://ift.tt/1jO82Zq
Network Rail plans £38bn investment in tracks and stations
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Network Rail has announced a five-year plan to invest £38bn in rail infrastructure. It includes the construction of new tracks, the renovation of stations and the upgrade of existing lines. via Pocket http://ift.tt/P8EdVH
Pakistan's Musharraf charged with high treason
Mr Musharraf is accused of unlawfully suspending the constitution and instituting emergency rule in 2007. He pleaded not guilty and has always claimed that the charges against him are politically motivated. He faces the death penalty if convicted. via Pocket http://ift.tt/1pwHATl
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