Articles by Lauren Keating
#CrimingWhileWhite Sheds Light On Racial Double Standard Following Eric Garner Decision
A Staten Island grand jury decided not to indict police officer Daniel Pantaleo for the death of an unarmed African American, which sparked more protests regarding race and police.
Your Future iPhone Could Be Drop-Proof
Apple was awarded a patent on Tuesday that could allow future iPhones to protect themselves from serious damage when dropped. A sensor could let the phone reorient itself to land in a way to best protect itself from a shattered screen.
Is Tumblr Selling Out? The Blogging Platform Adds New ‘Buy’ Button
Tumblr launched new buttons that allow bloggers to buy items, support a Kickstarter campaign or pledge to a cause that is now offered for desktop only.
CAPTCHA No More! Google Has A New Way To Tell If You’re A Robot
Google announced on Wednesday a new program that allows websites to tell the difference between spambots and real users without using the hard-to-read CAPTCHA codes.
Sexist Or Practical? This Laundry Detergent Is Just For Men
Brothers from Maryland started a Kickstarter campaign for the first male specific laundry detergent called Real. The detergent has a "manly" smell (think Ron Burgundy or Ron Swanson), which includes the scents of oak, leather, sandalwood, bergamot and frankincense.
Victoria's Secret Fashion Show: 7 Things You Probably Didn't Know
Victoria's Secret 2014 Fashion Show will be taped Tuesday, to be aired on December 9. Here is what you need to know about the fashion show and the lingerie fashion brand before the big show.
What’s The Best Day To Get Engaged? Data Has Some Answers
A survey from the UK found that while men are more likely to propose on Christmas Eve more than any other day of the year, most women want men to ask them using technology.
Watch 100 Years of Beauty Trends in 60 Seconds
Society's definition of beauty is always evolving. So Cut Video is showing just how much beauty trends have changed since 1910 to 2010 in a one minute.
Watch The 6 Best Holiday Parody Videos To Start Feeling Festive
Take a break from the craziness of the holiday season by sitting back and laughing to the funniest parodies this holiday season.
Healthy Hacks: 10 Tips to Avoid Getting Sick This Winter
Many people are worried over the potential spread of Ebola, but with cold and flu season among us, it's time to get educated on ways to protect yourself this flu season.
Game Reviewer Contacts Moms After Receiving Rape Threats From Sons
Australian video game reviewer and YouTube host took a stand against trolls by contacting the mothers of boys who have sent her offensive messages.
Why Fewer People Are Shopping This Cyber Monday
As sales started earlier and last longer both in store and online, less people are expected to shop this Cyber Monday compared to last year.
Thanksgiving Leftovers: Here's Your Guide To What To Do With Your Leftovers
Avoid becoming bored when eating all your Thanksgiving leftovers this year by cooking these dishes that will make you want to keep reaching for more turkey.
Holiday Travel: The Best and Worst Airports Ranked Across America
Over 3 million people will travel this Thanksgiving weekend by air, making it the busiest weekend at airports across America. Check out the list of the best and worst airports to mentally prepare for the crowds.
Your Guide To Cooking A Last-Minute Thanksgiving Meal
Leaving Thanksgiving planning to the last minute just got easier. This guide that will help you plan, cook and enjoy a delicious home-cooked meal even when crunched for time.
Netflix December 2014: Catch These Movies Before They Leave Instant Streaming
December is almost here, and that means new additions to Netflix Instant Streaming. But that also means a ton of movies will be leaving at the start of the month
Ferguson In The Media: Newspaper Front Pages The Morning After The Decision
On Monday night peaceful protests and violent riots broke out after the announcement that Ferguson police officer Darren Wilson will not be charged for the death of Michael Brown.
Jennifer Aniston Has A Really Creepy Idea For A 'Friends' Reunion
Jennifer Aniston revealed some interesting ideas for a 'Friends' reunion that would leave fans crying more than the finale ten years ago.
These Tech Products Will Change The Way You Look At Marriage
Taiwan studio Alice Wang Design revealed a new project that may change the way we look at marriages. She tackled typical marital challenges by developing technologies that she hopes will change the way we approach the union.
Google Removes Homophobic Game From Its App Store
Google finally removed a homophobic game after getting blasted with criticism for allowing the app to be available to download for weeks. The homophobic game called Ass Hunter first appeared in Google's Play Store on November 5, although the offensive game has been available online fore a few years.
Apple Announces World AIDS Day Campaign
Apple announced on Sunday that it will extend its AIDS campaign efforts for World AIDS Day 2014, donating a portion of Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales to Global Fund, and will roll out exclusive content for apps.
Thanksgiving Hacks: 5 Healthy Holiday Recipes
Plan on stuffing yourself this Thanksgiving? Before you have to unbuckle your belt, plan on adding a few lighter options to your menu that will leave you and your guests pleasantly satisfied. With these healthy options that cut down on the calories, you will be able to gobble the turkey and all the trimmings guilt-free.
Odell Beckham Jr.'s Greatest NFL Catch Is Now An Epic Meme
New York Giants rookie Odell Beckham Jr. might be the next meme to break the Internet after completing an epic pass from Eli Manning during Sunday's game against the Cowboys.
Microsoft Hires Robots To Fight Crime In Silicon Valley
Microsoft has robot security guards protecting the Silicon Valley. The robots detect and prevent crime using high-tech equipment.
Watch 3 Grandmas Smoke Weed for First Time
Three grandmas were filmed smoking from a bong for the first time. The hilarious reactions show that smoking weed could even be safe for grandma.
The Great American Smokeout: Here's Your Guide to Quit Smoking
Thursday marks the Great American Smokeout, a national event to get people to quit smoking. Use these tips to help you start living cigarette-free today.
The 7 Best Kitchen Gadgets for a Stress-Free Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is almost upon us. And thanks to technology, there are lots of gadgets that hit the shelves each year that make preparing, cooking and entertaining guests easier. Check out the best gadgets that will make this Thanksgiving your most high-tech yet.
Meet 'Normal Barbie': She Has Acne, Stretch Marks And Average Body Proportions
Graphic designer Nickolay Lamm reveals the Lammily doll, a more realistic version of the iconic Barbie doll.
Is There Arsenic In Your Rice?
According to a new study, Consumer Report recommends that children avoid eating rice often to prevent consuming cancer-causing arsenic. The report revealed that may different types of rice contain much more cancer-causing arsenic than previous studies have shown.
JetBlue Loses Legroom And Adds Baggage Fees. Passengers Are Really Not Happy
JetBlue Airways Corp. announced Wednesday that it will take steps to cut back on its legroom in the future and plans on adding fees as early as 2015.
