Cherry Metallic, gold badges: It’s still the 1950s when it comes to this special edition. Porsche 911 Targa 4S Heritage Design Edition turns back time – Roadshow Source: CNet
Read MoreThe U.S. investigation targets nine countries, plus the European Union, that have adopted or are considering new taxes that would hit American companies like Google and Amazon. Trump Administration Escalates Global Fight Over Taxing Tech Source: NY Times Tech
Read MoreFacebook’s chief executive defended his decision to leave up Trump’s posts at a townhall Tuesday. Mark Zuckerberg defends decisions on Trump as Facebook employee unrest grows Source: Washington Post Tech
Read MoreA Tesla employee has tested positive for COVID-19 at the company’s solar panel factory in Buffalo, New York, according to an employee at the factory who spoke to The Verge on the condition of anonymity. It’s the fourth known Tesla employee to test positive for the disease caused by the novel coronavirus but the first
Read MoreThe president targets social media companies with an executive order. Trump vs. Twitter: Here’s what you need to know about the free speech showdown – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreWe’ve talked about the settings you need to know to keep your phone, your data and yourself safe and secure when protesting. If you do choose to use your device during a protest, there are a few safety and messaging apps you’re going to want to install on your phone before you head out. Read
Read More{$inline_image} We’ve talked about the settings you need to know to keep your phone, your data and yourself safe and secure when protesting. If you do choose to use your device during a protest, there are a few safety and messaging apps you’re going to want to install on your phone before you head out.
Read MoreIllustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Zoom had a blockbuster quarter as its app became the hottest videoconferencing service of the pandemic. In an earnings report today, Zoom reported making $328 million in revenue during its February–April quarter. That’s up far more than double from the same time last year, when it made $122
Read MoreUnlike Twitter, Facebook didn’t take any action against a post that employees say could incite violence. Zuckerberg defends Facebook’s hands-off response to Trump’s controversial post, report says – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreIn the United States, the criminal justice system is supposed to be one of the most fair and just in the world. There are, however, many disparities in who is treated more harshly and who gets to walk away without any acknowledgement that they’ve committed a crime in the first place. Read more… These Movies
Read MoreWe can never truly know what is in the hearts of corporations and their CEOs. Do they mean what they say when they make very pretty statements about diversity and inclusion and their grief about George Floyd’s death? Or is it empty rhetoric? How can we tell the difference? Read more… How Do Corporations’ Statements on
Read MoreIn times of great stress and turmoil, eating and (especially) cooking can seem extraneous, but existing in a body means you have to eat, even if you are actively protesting, providing essential services during a pandemic or paralyzed by anxiety and fear. Read more… How to Feed Yourself When You Have More Important Shit to
Read MoreWhat began as a music industry plan to pause business for a day and focus on racial injustice has filled social media with black boxes, messages of support and calls to donate to civil rights organizations. Blackout Tuesday: Protest against George Floyd’s death spreads beyond music – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreLooking for something to watch tonight? Every afternoon we’re hunting down and highlighting the best streaming options around. Read more… What to Watch Tonight, June 2, 2020 Source: Life Hacker
Read MoreThe nonprofit Center for Democracy and Technology argues that the president’s move against Twitter and other companies is retaliatory. Lawsuit Says Trump’s Social Media Crackdown Violates Free Speech Source: NY Times Tech
Read More{$inline_image}The U.S. investigation targets nine countries, plus the European Union, that have adopted or are considering new taxes that would hit American companies like Google and Amazon. Trump Administration Escalates Global Fight Over Taxing Tech Source: NY Times Tech
Read MoreCurrent CEO Steve Huffman said in a public statement that Reddit doesn’t tolerate hate. But Pao isn’t having it. Reddit slammed by former CEO Ellen Pao for ‘amplifying’ racism and hate – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThe Tesla and SpaceX CEO, a prolific tweeter, has been criticized in the past for his tweets on everything from coronavirus to Tesla stock. Elon Musk taking a break from Twitter – CNET Source: CNet
Read MorePeople are being encouraged to reserve #BLM and #BlackLivesMatter hashtags for useful information. Blackout Tuesday’s flood of black squares may be silencing #BlackLivesMatter hashtag and protesters – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreHow do the new BMW 430i and M440i coupes stack up against Audi’s A5 and S5, as well as Mercedes’ C300 and AMG C43? 2021 BMW 4 Series vs. Audi A5 and Mercedes-Benz C-Class: Luxury coupes compared – Roadshow Source: CNet
Read MoreWith its turbocharged engines, luxurious appointments and robust in-car and driver-assistance tech, BMW’s new 4 Series proves it’s what’s behind that grille that counts. 2021 BMW 4 Series revealed with mild-hybrid power and, uh, that face – Roadshow Source: CNet
Read MoreThe account had tweeted a call for violence at US protests. Twitter suspends account of white nationalist group posing as antifa – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThe new tool lets you make your profile reflect “who you are today,” Facebook says. Facebook feature lets you archive or trash old or embarassing posts – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreBattery life, screen size and price are the main differences between Google’s 2018 flagship phones, which are both great budget alternatives to the newer Pixel 4 and 4XL. Google Pixel 3 vs. 3 XL: They’ve been deeply discounted, so which should you buy? – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreCommentary: I used to love, love, love Samsung Pay. But now its killer feature no longer feels so vital. Sorry, Samsung Pay: How Google Pay found its way to my heart (and wallet) – CNET Source: CNet
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