posted on 17 Oct 2017, 08:12 26 1. submar (Posts: 707; Member since: 19 Sep 2014) Taylor is dumb. Don't be like her. posted on 17 Oct 2017, 08:28 9 9. bucknassty (Posts: 452; Member since: 24 Mar 2017) this taylor girl can walk her ass to the next state, see how many cupcakes that burns posted on 17 Oct 2017, 10:41 0 28. submar (Posts: 707; Member since: 19 Sep 2014) Another thing, eating disorder? There are many more obese people out there is the US. Dafuq posted on 17 Oct 2017, 08:13 20 2. Beijendorf (unregistered) That's a typical reaction from special little snowflakes.. Oh, who am I kidding. That's the usual reaction from massive frickin snow-hulks that should actually be on a diet. posted on 17 Oct 2017, 08:21 0 6. Crispin_Gatieza (Posts: 2339; Member since: 23 Jan 2014) The term "snowflakes" has been used recently to denote liberals. Well I can tell you that the vast majority of women in Deep Red Kentucky and West Virginia are some … [Read more...] about Comments for : Political correctness strikes again: Experimental Google Maps feature ditched after user backlash
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Apple censorship back in the spotlight as company flip-flops on politically charged game
When a company takes it upon itself to regulate what kind of software is going to be available on its platform, conflicts over how those regulations are applied quickly become inevitable. Apple users might largely appreciate how its control over the App Store keeps quality up, but Apple's interested in more than just that; the company also passes judgment on the content of the apps that it sells. It's just that sort of decision that's behind the most recent controversy to fall upon the App Store, as Apple finds itself under criticism for its reluctance to approve Rasheed Abueideh's Liyla and the Shadows of War.Liyla is a platformer that includes a heavy dose of political content, as the main character struggles to survive in a war-torn Gaza Strip. It's just the sort of title you might expect to do well in an era that encourages such thoughtful indie games, but Apple initially rejected the app, with the odd note that it didn't consider the program a "game."According to Apple, despite … [Read more...] about Apple censorship back in the spotlight as company flip-flops on politically charged game
Comments for : Apple censorship back in the spotlight as company flip-flops on politically charged game
posted on 23 May 2016, 16:31 0 1. Xperia14 (Posts: 1012; Member since: 01 Sep 2015) I didn't know that they also make apps in Pallywood. posted on 23 May 2016, 17:08 2 2. gs200 (Posts: 64; Member since: 09 Jun 2015) Unless something is promoting illegal activities, I don't think Apple should infringe on Free speech. Sometimes it's healthy to discuss or expose the reality of what's actually happening in the world. posted on 23 May 2016, 18:21 0 3. VZWuser76 (Posts: 4935; Member since: 04 Mar 2010) I don't see it as any different than a WWII game, which was about politics and ideologies, and in reality that could be said for any war game. posted on 24 May 2016, 08:38 0 4. gersont1000 (Posts: 473; Member since: 13 Mar 2012) Apple-ites will bow to Apple's decision, and that's an order! Apple knows what's best for you! … [Read more...] about Comments for : Apple censorship back in the spotlight as company flip-flops on politically charged game
Political calls on your cell phone? Not without your permission FCC says
The election season is in full swing in the US and that means live, campaign, prerecorded “robo-calls” and lots of them. Your landline phone is exempt from the “do not call” registry when it comes to political activities. Mobile devices on the other hand, have far greater protections from all types of telemarketing activity, and the rules have teeth. The FCC issued an “enforcement advisory” last week as a reminder to all the local, state and federal campaigns amid a report from CTIA-The Wireless Association of an increase in complaints about unwanted political calls being made to consumers’ wireless phones. The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 (TCPA) has significant, and broad rules with regards to auto-dialed and prerecorded calls to cell phones. That is pretty much an all-encompassing statement, and that was intentional: So, what does that mean to the entities that rely on mass calling to people around the country? Well for … [Read more...] about Political calls on your cell phone? Not without your permission FCC says
Seattle says Facebook has violated its political ad transparency law
The city of Seattle, Washington, claims that Facebook has been violating its 1977 campaign finance law, which states that those who accept advertising dollars from political campaigns be transparent with the public about the “exact nature and extent of the advertising services,” as reported by Fast Company. If Facebook is found to be at fault, it could be liable for $5,000 per violation. The issue began last December, when Seattle newspaper The Stranger attempted to request 2017 state election ad data from Facebook. Unsuccessful, Wayne Barnett, the executive director of the Seattle Ethics and Elections Commission, then sent Facebook a letter saying the company had until January 2nd to comply. Facebook requested a 30-day extension, which was granted. Under state law — specifically a municipal code called “commercial advertisers’ duty to report” — advertisers who provide political advertising during a campaign must have the following available: … [Read more...] about Seattle says Facebook has violated its political ad transparency law