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New York officially bans texting while driving

by Robert Nelson on Nov 2, 2009 at 06:04 AM

New York State has just added a new law that further bans the use of cell phones while driving. Effective immediately, drivers can no longer text while driving and if they are caught doing so they face a fine of up to $150. While a great law, for me this… Continue Reading »

Craigslist to ban erotic services section

by Heather Wood on May 13, 2009 at 12:17 PM

The hugely popular free classified site Craigslist has finally caved after being pressured for months by various agencies to remove their erotic services section.  Craigslist has been accused by lawmakers of being an outlet for prostitution.  Most recently, it has been at the heart of the Craigslist killer case that… Continue Reading »

Congress wants cell phones banned on flights

by Shawn Ingram on Aug 1, 2008 at 07:06 PM

Ever had to sit next to that annoying guy that’s on his phone while on a plane before and after takeoff?  Yeah, that could’ve been me telling those who were to pick me up I was leaving and getting in.  But Congress wants to stop that entirely.  The House of… Continue Reading »

Cuban citizens snapping up cell phones

by Robert Nelson on Apr 26, 2008 at 09:04 AM

Since cell phones were first made available, and legal, Cuban citizens have been furiously purchasing new cell phones. Its been just about ten days now and Cuba’s telephone company is reporting that they have sold 7,400 new cell phones, about 740 per day. While I can expect a lot of… Continue Reading »

Cuba ends ban on cell phones

by Robert Nelson on Mar 29, 2008 at 07:03 PM

Following up on the recent announcement to lift the ban on computer and DVD player sales, the Cuban Government has decided to lift the ban on cell phones. While Cuba has not been a cell-phone free country, the available phones have been primarily used by government officials, foreigners and those… Continue Reading »

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