Archive for December, 2007

Google’s DoubleClick Deal Brings Greater Focus on Privacy »

Nearly lost in the news about the U.S. Federal Trade Commission’s approval on Thursday of Google’s acquisition of DoubleClick was another action by the agency: the publication of a proposed set of privacy principles governing online behavioral advertising.
The release of the privacy principles is an important and welcome step, said Peter Swire, a senior fellow […]

Verizon, Internet REIT settle cybersquatting suit »

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Verizon Communications Inc said on Friday it has settled its lawsuit against Internet REIT, a seller of Internet domain addresses.
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The agreement bars Internet REIT from registering or using names that are identical or “confusingly similar” to Verizon’s trademark. Internet REIT will also pay Verizon an undisclosed sum.

Tip Eating Fast Food, pizza and hamburger »

The suggestions from the U.S. National Library of Medicine on making healthier fast-food choices, make this tips:
1. Order pizza with less cheese, and add veggie toppings.
2. A hamburger with a plain beef patty plus lettuce and tomato is a healthier choice. Skip the cheese and sauces, and don’t get a side of fries.
3. Order child-sized […]

Nutrition Consultants: Tips and Healthy Facts, Food & Nutrition Columnist »

Tips and Harlthy Facts
Health often takes a back seat over the holidays as we shop, visit friends and rush from party to party, indulging in all those once-a-year goodies. I’m no party-booper suggesting you munch on carrot sticks while all about you are sipping eggnog. But, keep your health in mind when you reach for […]

Fire Safety Tips in Holiday Season »

Fire never takes a holiday and fire safety in the home begins tips with you. The New York City Fire Department reminds us of the dangers inherent in the season’s celebrations.
“During this holiday season as well as throughout the year, our primary message, first, last and always is prevention,” Fire Commissioner Nicholas Scoppetta said in […]

Tips for buying the right exercise equipment, budget and amount »

Before you invest in any piece of equipment, remember that all you really need to get started is a pair of comfortable walking shoes and some willpower. If you do decide to buy exercise equipment, consider your exercise goals first. Other considerations include your budget and the amount of space available for using and storing […]

Actually recipe: Try these tips to a healthier home »

By Lou Manfredini
TODAYShow.com contributor
Warmth, moisture, and plenty of food might sound like the ingredients to a perfect vacation spot, but they’re actually the perfect recipe for the growth of mildew and mold. Mold is alive, but it’s not a plant or an animal. It’s a fungus. There are hundreds and hundreds of different strains of […]