The Oxford English Dictionary (OED), which considers itself the definitive record of acceptable English words, has just formalized its status as a legitimate noun and verb in relation to social media site Twitter.More >>
The Oxford English Dictionary (OED), which considers itself the definitive record of acceptable English words, has just formalized its status as a legitimate noun and verb in relation to social media site Twitter.More >>
Pinterest claims it's been dogged by complaints from photographers and artists over Pinterest's strict no-nudity whatsoever policy, compelling the social network to rethink its stance.More >>
Pinterest claims it's been dogged by complaints from photographers and artists over Pinterest's strict no-nudity whatsoever policy, compelling the social network to rethink its stance.More >>
Recent research revealed that chat apps will account for double the traffic of traditional text messages by the end of the year. Which chat app is the best?More >>
Recent research revealed that chat apps will account for double the traffic of traditional text messages by the end of the year. Which chat app is the best?More >>
Pretty soon, just about everything we do on the Web will be logged, analyzed, and used for things outside of our control. Here are some ways to help stop that.More >>
Pretty soon, just about everything we do on the Web will be logged, analyzed, and used for things outside of our control. Here are some ways to help stop that.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 6:06 AM EDT2013-06-19 10:06:51 GMT
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio - A historic building in downtown Youngstown, once the home of two notable businesses, has been renovated with the intention of preserving it's history.Tuesday evening, The Mahoning ValleyMore >>
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio - A historic building in downtown Youngstown, once the home of two notable businesses, has been renovated with the intention of preserving it's history.More >>
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio- He has lived through some of life's most traumatic experiences including losing his sight and his children yet he has moved forward with a purpose to help others overcome adversity. FormerMore >>
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio- He has lived through some of life's most traumatic experiences including losing his sight and his children yet he has moved forward with a purpose to help others overcome adversity. Former Louisiana State trooper Bobby Smith shared his story with Mahoning Valley officers at Youngstown State University Tuesday night.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 10:56 PM EDT2013-06-19 02:56:51 GMT
BEAVER TOWNSHIP, Ohio - A mother is accused of leaving her infant and toddler home alone, strapped into car seats late Sunday as she went to work at a nursing home. Detectives say the children are nowMore >>
BEAVER TOWNSHIP, Ohio - A mother is accused of leaving her infant and toddler home alone, strapped into car seats late Sunday as she went to work at a nursing home. Detectives say the children are nowMore >>
The mayors of New York, Los Angeles, Chicago and 15 other cities are reviving a push against letting food stamps be used to buy soda and other sugary drinks.More >>
The mayors of New York, Los Angeles, Chicago and 15 other cities are reviving a push against letting food stamps be used to buy soda and other sugary drinks.More >>
A mentally disabled woman and her young child were enslaved for more than a year, denied food and threatened with a pet python and pit bills, and the woman was beaten and forced to get pain medication for her...More >>
A mentally disabled woman charged with shoplifting a candy bar asked to be jailed because three people "had been mean to her" - then went on to tell authorities about her time spent in unfathomably cruel servitude, along...More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 9:52 PM EDT2013-06-19 01:52:05 GMT
ATLANTA (AP) - Fewer U.S. adults are smoking, a new government report says. Last year, about 18 percent of adults participating in a national health survey described themselves as current smokers. TheMore >>
ATLANTA (AP) - Fewer U.S. adults are smoking, a new government report says.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 9:13 PM EDT2013-06-19 01:13:59 GMT
DETROIT (AP) - After initially defying federal regulators, Chrysler abruptly agreed Tuesday to recall some older-model Jeeps with fuel tanks that could rupture and cause fires in rear-end collisions. ButMore >>
DETROIT (AP) - After initially defying federal regulators, Chrysler abruptly agreed Tuesday to recall some older-model Jeeps with fuel tanks that could rupture and cause fires in rear-end collisions.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 8:14 PM EDT2013-06-19 00:14:56 GMT
WARREN, Ohio - With 20 years of law enforcement service under his belt, Eric Merkel isn't wasting any time assuming his newest role, chief-of-police for the City of Warren. "They are a few players inMore >>
WARREN, Ohio - With 20 years of law enforcement service under his belt, Eric Merkel isn't wasting any time assuming his newest role, chief-of-police for the City of Warren. "They are a few players inMore >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 7:55 PM EDT2013-06-18 23:55:27 GMT
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio - Verizon call center is set to close and Youngstown will lose 381 jobs as a result. Verizon media representative Laura Merritt confirmed the business at 475 Boardman-Canfield Road, whichMore >>
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio - Verizon call center is set to close and Youngstown will lose 381 jobs as a result.More >>
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While the QR code is still gaining mainstream support across America, a Seattle-based startup named Dynotag launched this week that allows users to create QR codes for free and link those codes to a personal Web page. The QR code can be printed out in the form of a tag and attached to items that may potentially become lost. For instance, a user could create a QR code tag for a piece of luggage. If that luggage was left in the back of a cab or lost in transit during a flight, anyone can scan the QR code and be directed to the web page containing personal information about returning the luggage as well as any reward offered for the return.
Other applications include attaching a tag to the collar of a dog or another pet. The page could list personal information about the dog including name, address, favorite treats, vaccines and other important details. In addition, Dynotag can send the user an email or text notification when the tag is scanned as well as showing visitor locations on a map assuming the scanning device has GPS capabilities. While standard tags are free for anyone to create through the site, Dynotag is also selling premium tags as well. Web pages for these tags come with 50MB of storage instead of the standard 4MB in addition to the previously mentioned alert notifications, a security PIN, a complete history of all access logs instead of the last 1,000 and API access.
Another Seattle startup called PetHub is also using QR codes to keep track of pets. Pet owners can build out a pet's profile on the site to contain photos and personal information about the animal. The tag that connects to the collar not only lists the QR code, but also a web address on the opposite side in case the person that finds the lost animal doesn't understand what to do with the QR code. Pet owners can purchase the tag for $12.95 or purchase a collar with the QR code on the band for about $30.
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