Posts Tagged ‘Google’
After revealing the U.S.’ frequent attacks on Pakistan, Obama addressed citizens in an hour-long video chat on Google+ on Monday.
While this is not surprising to all, it has outraged some including Amnesty International.
Pakistan has claimed that these attacks are illegal and Obama defends them stating that they are aimed to protect U.S. citizens and projects abroad.
The number of civilians killed is being debated. The President reassured in his speech that the number is few.
The Commander in Chief is facing a stiff compromise between military safety and transparency at home. Can he strike a good balance between the two?
Image from the LA Times
The Defiant One: Rap and protest in Morocco, post-Arab Spring.
The Iranian Pirate Rescue raises the question, if the enemy of your enemy is your friend, then what’s the captor of your enemy? Or the captive of your enemy?
FBI finally redefines eons-old definition of rape.
Could Tennessee think of a way to make anti-bullying laws anymore toothless?
The history and algorithmic explanation behind Santorum’s “Google Problem.”
Doubting the death penalty: Troy Davis set to die for a crime he may not have committed.
Going after Google? GOP candidate takes aim at internet giant.
An assassination in Afghanistan: Country’s former president killed in bombing.
Image from The New York Times
Getting away with murder? Casey Anthony found not guilty in the death of her daughter.
Back to the real world: Senate works through recess on debt deal.
It doesn’t look good. Capsized boat’s missing passengers presumed dead.
All good things must end: No more shuttles for NASA.
There is a good chance of a “Paul 2012″ campaign, but which Paul will be behind it?
Maybe they really are trying to take over the world, at least the business world. Google preparing to join music industry.
From riches to…riches: Bill Gates has some harsh words for all you heirs out there.
The United States might just be on earthquakes’ to-do list.
And, Steven Seagal catches bad guys with a tank?
Have you ever been stuck at home with the urge to explore the world’s most famous art museums?
If your answer was yes, Google can help. If your answer was no, this is still pretty fascinating.
On Monday, Google announced their latest venture, fittingly titled “Art Project.” The “Art Project” consists of virtual tours of 17 art museums from across the globe.
the search-engine company said Web users can now roam museums as they would neighborhoods on Google Street View, and eyeball 1,061 masterpieces.
Each of the museums is also allowing Google to display one piece of artwork at a resolution of 7 billion pixels.
Early reviews of the project have been mixed. Some critics assert the digital experience can not replicate the real thing. Lucky for you, you can now decide for yourself.
Take a look at part of the tour offered for the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York:
We at USDemocrazy try not pander to technology (Editors note: except Twitter!!!) but we always love a good gag.
Google Chrome is a relatively new Internet browser that claims to be faster than, well just about anything. Pictured above are several experiments showing just how speedy your Internet could be. (Everyone wants to be able to log on to Facebook faster than a speeding potato)
As veterans of the dial-up days, we appreciate innovations like DSL and Firefox.
We are waiting for the day that information is beamed into our heads at the speed of thought. At this rate, by the time our brains are Internet-ready, a company will come out with a product delivering info at twice the speed of thought.
Of course, Google will probably rule the world by then. They are starting by creating an operating system. That’s right a search engine has evolved into an operating system. It won’t be long before Google is creating planets and stars (of course it will only take them 6 days)
Technology moves so fast it makes me feel old.
Would you like to Supersize your communion?
The food in famous paintings of the [Last Supper] has grown by biblical proportions over the last millennium, researchers report in a medical journal Tuesday.
Oh this is neat… Cool NYTimes interactive timeline on Health Care History.
China vs. Google… China blocks some Google results as part of ongoing battle.
Don’t cry for me, China. Google moves its Chinese search engine from the mainland to Hong Kong, ending censorship.
That’s one small step for Virgin Galactic… Tourist space ship makes its first test flight.
The price of peace in Afghanistan? Insurgents offer terms to Afghan government for ending of bloodshed.
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What’s white, expensive, and everywhere? How much does a winter wonderland cost?
The death of a legend. Charlie Wilson, former US Representative, dies after leading a movie-worthy life.
USDemocrazy, now 100x faster. Google plans to test superfast internet.
Photo by Adam Dean/Bloomberg
Dear Google,
Unlike Sara Bareilles, I would write you a love song. You are my home page, my news source, my fact checker, my everything.
So imagine my surprise when I heard that someone didn’t appreciate you like I do..
That someone is China! China wasn’t too happy when you complained about their heavy handed governing. Now you are threatening to walk out on the country altogether!
Some say that it’s a foolish move, considering that China has hundreds of thousands of web users. But you say that China launched cyber attacks on you, trying to gain access to human rights activists’ Gmail accounts.
I heard that young people came by your office in Beijing to leave notes and flowers by your colorful logo. And who could blame them? I would do the same thing.
I know things are rocky between you and China. But no matter what happens between you and any other country in the world, promise me you won’t leave me, because that would leave me heartbroken.
Love,
America
Michael Steele laughs at Arlen Specter on T.V. Did we just hear a collective “Awwwww…” from the left?
I’ve search your person, you pockets, and your luggage. Now may I have your D.O.B. to make sure you’re not lethal?
Hey Google! Thanks for saving our butts! Love, Twitter.
“Russian Vodka Consumption Shocks Even Russians.” We believe that is enough said.
“It’s on, Google!!!” Microsoft and Yahoo! get together. We read it all on Google News.
Yeah, I tweeted about mold in my apartment. Sue me.
You cheapskates! Time spends just a little for a cover photo.
Who WOULDN'T want this in their home/office?
Shatner does Palin, by reading, of course, her poetic words.
Keep that naughty stuff out, Google!
Obama is controversial on gay rights. He can do neither all good nor all bad.
Mapping viral videos: Not even internet entertainment can escape major analysis.
“One Nation Under Medicare” is a daunting proposition.
