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Microsoft rolls out Windows 10 preview for Windows Phones
The first version of Windows 10 for phones has arrived. Microsoft launched the first preview version of the Windows 10 for phones Thursday. The company says it is the earliest it has ever rolled out an early version of a … Continue reading
Human Rights Watch accuses Sudanese soldiers of mass rape in Darfur
Sudanese soldiers systematically raped at least 221 women and girls during three days of attacks on a town in the embattled region of Darfur, monitoring group Human Rights Watch said in a 48-page report released Wednesday. Witnesses told the organization … Continue reading
China’s big Apple rival is headed to the U.S. — but you can’t buy its phones just yet
Xiaomi, the Chinese smartphone maker that is considered a burgeoning competitor to Apple, will soon be entering the U.S. market Those eager to get their hands of one of its phones, however, will have to wait. See also: What is … Continue reading
Korean Air Lines exec found guilty over ‘nut rage’ incident
A former Korean Air Lines executive who delayed a flight over the improper service of macadamia nuts has been found guilty Thursday of breaking aviation law See also: Korean Air Lines faces sanctions over ‘nut rage’ incident Heather Cho, who … Continue reading
Uncool dad purposefully ruins ‘Frozen’ lyrics for angry toddler
If there is one thing toddlers hold deeply sacred, it is still the soundtrack to Frozen. One very disrespectful father crossed a serious line with his toddler when he intentionally sang the wrong lyrics to “Do You Want to Build … Continue reading
14 DIY gifts to make for Galentine’s Day
The ultimate way for ladies to celebrate other ladies is with crafts. Galentine’s Day, the most blessed of all friendship holidays is just around the corner, which means it’s time for food, booze and an all-out celebration of all those … Continue reading
The world famous party boy Corey Worthington is back for round two
Remember that Aussie kid who threw a massive party while his parents were away? The dude in yellow sunglasses who then told the world he didn’t give a damn? Well, he’s back. Lauded as the party thrower like no party … Continue reading
‘We’re all one’: Chapel Hill shooting victim spoke of unity in StoryCorps interview
A local public radio station has released an interview recorded last year by Yusor Mohammad Abu-Salha, who was killed in a shooting in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, on Tuesday along with her husband Deah Barakat and her sister Razan Mohammad … Continue reading
Anchor aweigh: Brian Williams and the changing dynamics of the TV news business
Archie Bunker, the patriarch of 1970s hit sitcom All in the Family, used to sit on a recliner and yell at the nightly news, reserving his sharpest barbs for Walter Cronkite of CBS. “Every evening, the theme of the show … Continue reading
Be the best thief in ‘Cut the Rope’ creators’ new game
The creators of the adorable Cut the Rope mobile gaming franchise are taking on brand new game styles in King of Thieves, out Thursday for iOS. King of Thieves challenges players to become just what the title suggests, stealing gold … Continue reading