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Driver uses truck to dunk teabag into glass of hot water kept atop traffic cone
By Trisha Sengupta
PUBLISHED ON JUL 30, 2021 10:42 AM IST
The feat of dunking a teabag into a glass using a truck is achieved by a truck driver named Johan Groteboer hailing from Netherlands.
Volunteers spot rare two-headed baby turtle in US beach. Seen the pics yet?
By Trisha Sengupta
PUBLISHED ON JUL 28, 2021 12:37 PM IST
The rare two-headed turtle spotted in a beach in the US was released into the ocean after being photographed.
Facebook to restrict ad targeting of under-18s
Reuters |
PUBLISHED ON JUL 27, 2021 10:51 PM IST
The change means advertisers will soon be able to target under-18s only by age, gender or location on Facebook, its Messenger service and its photo-sharing platform Instagram.
Homeowners yell ‘get off our lawn’ at man trying to save neighbour’s life
By Trisha Sengupta
PUBLISHED ON JUL 24, 2021 05:32 PM IST
The incident of man saving his neighbour's life was shared on Facebook by PBSO - Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office.
'No urgency needed': Delhi HC on pleas challenging WhatsApp's privacy policy
Written by Karan Manral, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON JUL 22, 2021 03:18 PM IST
A two-judge bench of the high court on Thursday fixed August 27 as the date on which it will take up the pleas.
Skydivers bag world record for most high and low fives in a single dive. Watch
By Trisha Sengupta
PUBLISHED ON JUL 21, 2021 05:03 PM IST
The video shows daredevils Emily Aucutt and Josh Carratt giving each other high and low fives mid-air to create the record.
Facebook says it is not accountable for US failing to meet its vaccination goals
Reuters |
UPDATED ON JUL 18, 2021 06:45 AM IST
Covid-19 misinformation has spread during the pandemic on social media sites including Facebook, Twitter and Alphabet Inc-owned YouTube.
Post about 3 friends turning 100 within days of each other wins hearts
By Trisha Sengupta
PUBLISHED ON JUL 16, 2021 07:24 PM IST
“Happy Birthday to three beautiful ladies,” wrote a Facebook user while reacting to the post.
Facebook bypasses EU's ban on WhatsApp data due to increased control
Bloomberg | | Posted by Shanza Khan
PUBLISHED ON JUL 15, 2021 10:14 PM IST
EU authorities says, Facebook’s practices linked to WhatsApp data should be examined “as a matter of priority” by the Irish privacy watchdog, its main regulator in the region.
Woman discovers 18 snakes in her bedroom, shares pictures
By Trisha Sengupta
PUBLISHED ON JUL 15, 2021 06:22 PM IST
Facebook user Trish Wilcher shared a series of posts about how she discovered the snakes.
US restaurant takes employees on Vegas trip as ‘they deserve a break’
By Trisha Sengupta
PUBLISHED ON JUL 11, 2021 10:47 AM IST
The sweet gesture of the US restaurant taking employees on a Vegas trip has prompted people to share appreciative comments.
US cop delivers food after arresting delivery driver during traffic stop. Watch
By Trisha Sengupta
PUBLISHED ON JUL 10, 2021 03:30 PM IST
Jonesboro Police Department took to Facebook to share the video of the cop delivering food.
Sachin Tendulkar dons chef’s hat in this video, it has a Salt Bae twist too
By Trisha Sengupta
PUBLISHED ON JUL 10, 2021 09:10 AM IST
“Say Hi to your chef for today! Yummy, soon to go in the tummy,” 'chef' Sachin Tendulkar wrote while sharing the video.
Bride gets married in hospital so grandma battling cancer can be part of it
By Trisha Sengupta
PUBLISHED ON JUL 09, 2021 06:32 PM IST
The video of the bride getting married in hospital so her grandma could be a part of it may leave you emotional.
Watch: Shocking video shows oak tree almost crashing over five-month-old’s crib
By Srimoyee Chowdhury
PUBLISHED ON JUL 09, 2021 05:03 PM IST
Courtney shared another post with several photos and videos indicating that her family was safe and even showed well-wishers a glimpse of Cannon playing happily.
Transfer of pleas against new IT rules: SC to hear Centre’s petition on July 16
By hindustantimes.com | Written by Karan Manral | Edited by Sohini Goswami, New Delhi
UPDATED ON JUL 09, 2021 03:47 PM IST
The top court said the central government’s application, seeking transfer of petitions filed in various high courts to the apex court, will be taken up for hearing along with a pending matter related to regulating OTT content.
12-foot-long python that escaped from aquarium located in a mall rescued. Watch
By Trisha Sengupta
PUBLISHED ON JUL 09, 2021 01:06 PM IST
The rescuers cut a hole in a wall to rescue the 12-foot-long python named Cara.
Facebook must appear before Delhi assembly riots panel, says Supreme Court
By Utkarsh Anand, Abraham Thomas, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON JUL 09, 2021 03:10 AM IST
The bench dismissed the petition filed jointly by Facebook and Facebook India head Ajit Mohan against the summons issued to Mohan by the Delhi assembly committee.
Owner’s reunion with dog after a decade may leave you teary-eyed
By Srimoyee Chowdhury
PUBLISHED ON JUL 08, 2021 08:36 PM IST
- “'I wonder if he will still remember me?’- This is the thought that ran through Mr. C’s head as he waited to see Samson for the first time in 10 years,” read a part of the caption.
This majestic white tiger at an US zoo is turning heads online. Watch
By Srimoyee Chowdhury
PUBLISHED ON JUL 07, 2021 08:30 PM IST
“Stunning creature she is! Pure delight to see!” commented a Facebook user.
Irish café worker escorts customer on wheelchair in heavy rain. Watch
By Srimoyee Chowdhury
PUBLISHED ON JUL 07, 2021 06:28 PM IST
While many couldn’t stop praising the café worker, others expressed how the video was wholesome.
This Bangla rendition of Five Hundred Miles by two boys is winning hearts. Watch
By Srimoyee Chowdhury
PUBLISHED ON JUL 07, 2021 03:41 PM IST
The funny rendition and the presentation left many giggling. While some expressed their liking for the clip with heart emoticons, others wholeheartedly praised the ‘coolest band ever’.
Facebook tests alert to know if your friends becoming ‘extremists’
By hindustantimes.com | Written by Kunal Gaurav, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON JUL 04, 2021 04:02 PM IST
- Facebook said that the social media platform is running a small test in the United States as a pilot for a global approach to prevent radicalisation.
African man’s melodious rendition of Rabindra Sangeet wows people. Watch
By Trisha Sengupta
PUBLISHED ON JUL 03, 2021 01:36 PM IST
The video of the African man singing Rabindra Sangeet has won people over.
'Over 30 mn takedowns, most for violent content': FB's report under new rules
By Deeksha Bhardwaj, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON JUL 02, 2021 08:21 PM IST
The detailed report regarding action taken for public grievances, by Facebook-owned WhatsApp for its traceability clause, is expected to get published on July 15.
Facebook to release its first compliance report in July
By HT Correspondent, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON JUN 30, 2021 06:16 AM IST
“On July 2, Facebook will provide an interim report with ‘the number of specific communication links or parts of information that intermediary has removed or disabled access to in pursuance of any proactive monitoring conducted by using automated tools’ as specified in Rule 4(1)(d),” Facebook said.
Panel asks Facebook, Google to comply with new IT rules on social media misuse
By hindustantimes.com | Edited by Arpan Rai, New Delhi
UPDATED ON JUN 29, 2021 07:24 PM IST
Facebook and Google representatives were asked to appear before the Parliamentary Standing Committee to offer views on prevention of misuse of social and online news media platforms including special emphasis on women security in the digital space.
Zambia presenter interrupts live bulletin to talk about not getting paid. Watch
By Trisha Sengupta
PUBLISHED ON JUN 25, 2021 02:01 PM IST
The presenter, identified as Kabinda Kalimina, also shared a video of the incident on Facebook.
Diver’s post on message in a bottle from 1926 went viral. Then this happened
By Trisha Sengupta
PUBLISHED ON JUN 25, 2021 10:34 AM IST
Jennifer Dowker was swimming in Cheboygan River when she spotted the bottle on riverbed.
This viral video of the world’s biggest Rubik’s Cube will leave you in awe
By Trisha Sengupta
PUBLISHED ON JUN 24, 2021 08:34 AM IST
Guinness World Records took to Facebook to share the video of the world’s biggest Rubik’s Cube.