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Smartwatches of 2014 – Some of the Most Disappointing New Creations
There is no doubt about it; many of us consider our smartphones as an integral part of our day to day lives. A lot of us are now very dependent on these devices, with them offering us with an incomparable level of convenience and functionality. So when tech and gadget manufacturers started to develop smartwatches, a multitude of consumers believed that they will be a bit like smartphones, thus; they were really excited and looked forward to their release.
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Procter & Gamble To Sell Camay And Zest To Unilever In Undisclosed Deal
Procter and Gamble announced that it will sell its staple brands Camay and Zest, both of which are soap companies, to Unilever for an undisclosed amount, CNBC reports.
Dish Network Losses Fox News and Fox Business Network; Channel Owner Couldn’t Agree on New Distribution Pact
Another loss from Dish Network as the direct broadcast satellite service provider reportedly lost one of the most popular cable channel - Fox News. Modern Reader reported that both Fox News and Fox Business Network was pulled by Dish Network at 11:50pm ET on Dec. 20.
Back to Chernobyl: Brown Bear Appears in Chernobyl Exclusion Zone
It has been more than a decade since the Chernobyl incident took place. Now, it lies in desolation and has been reduced to ruins. Only authorized individuals with specialized equipment can come in under strict supervision, as the area is still believed to be covered in fatal radiation.
Is Facebook Really Losing Its Popularity? Study Shows Social Media Giant on the Decline
Social media giant Facebook is dubbed to be the most well-known social media network of all time; however, a recent study shows that it may be losing its popularity - to teenagers at least - over Twitter, Snapchat, Instagram and other messaging application.
Wendy's Reveals Senior Leadership Changes, Invests in Technology
Wendy's announced changes in its senior leadership to further promote its digital efforts and international branding.
American Apparel Approached By Private Equity Firm For Possible Buyout, Considers Bringing Back Charney
American Apparel has been approached by private equity firm Irving Place Capital for possible buyout.
Caesars Entertainment Operating Company To File For Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
Caesars Entertainment Operating Company, the owner of the Caesars Palace Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, will file for a voluntary Chapter 11 bankruptcy in mid-January, the New York Times reports.
Staples Announces Security Breach Affecting 1.2 Million Customer Cards
Cyber criminals have breached Staples' internal data systems, compromising the security of 1.2 million customer cards, the company said in an update on Friday.
Avon China Unit Pleaded Guilty of Bribing; Agreed to Pay Hefty $135M
Avon Products Inc. violated Foreign Corrupt Practices Act when its Chinese subsidiary bribed local officials to sell products directly to Chinese consumers. The company pleaded guilty and will need to settle a hefty amount of $135 million.