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Security Flaw Gives Hacker Full Access to Facebook Profiles
A web developer is claiming he was able to access personal Facebook profiles through a security hole. More About: Facebook, facebook privacy settings, Newsy, OAuth, Video
Samsung Launches the Galaxy Note 8.0
BARCELONA: Although Samsung will likely show off its upcoming flagship, the Galaxy S IV, mid-March, the company did not come to this year’s Mobile World Congress empty-handed. Almost two days before the official event starts, Samsung gave journalists a glimpse … Continue reading
Positive TV Improves Kids’ Behavior, Study Says
A study from the University of Washington suggests positive TV-viewing among preschoolers might lead to better behavior. But, researchers say, the results seemed to fade over time. More About: Newsy, study, videos, Violence
Microsoft: Yes, We Got Hacked Too
Microsoft confirmed on Friday afternoon that it too was a victim of the same type of attack that affected Facebook and Apple earlier this month. The company chose to not make a statement earlier this month while it was investigating … Continue reading
Girl’s Curling Iron Disaster Goes Viral
Tori Locklear was a simple Internet do-gooder. She took to YouTube to try and teach the rest of us hair-novices how to properly curl hair with hopes of bringing more glamour to the world. Unfortunately, Locklear had yet to really … Continue reading
Social Media Predicts Oscar Winners
With the Oscars 2013 broadcast less than a day away, everyone’s wondering who will win. Social media has an answer, and we’ve compiled the data into the infographic, below. The Meltwater Group has been tracking social media for the past … Continue reading
‘Game of Thrones’ Trailer Premieres Ahead of Season 3
Epic battles and stormy rivalries return to television with the third-season debut of Game of Thrones. Viewers are getting a sneak peek at the latest chapter of HBO‘s fantasy saga in this YouTube video. The minute-long trailer teases clips from … Continue reading
Student Suspended for Organizing ‘Harlem Shake’ Flash Mob
Perhaps school administrators were sick of the meme? A 17-year-old high school student was arrested and suspended for five days after organizing a failed “Harlem Shake” video shoot on campus Friday, according to the New York Post Arnis Mehmetaj, a … Continue reading
Online Campaign Nets Homeless Man $100K for Returning Lost Ring
An online fundraiser has accumulated more than $100,000 for a Kansas City homeless man after he returned an engagement ring to its owner. More About: giveforward, online fundraising, Social Good
LEGO Pre-Enactment Shows ‘Harlem Shake’ Meme in 2015
Ah, the fleeting life of an Internet meme. Will we remember the “Harlem Shake” craze in 2015? This humorous skit investigates — using LEGO. More About: harlem shake, Watercooler