Turtle Taxi: Atypical Taxi Service Takes The Long Way Home

Most of us that use taxi services have one core expectation – that we
will get to our intended destination just as fast as traffic allows,
while taking the most direct route possible. But if we’ve learned
anything by now, it’s that not everyone is quite so traditional.

Taiwan Dentist Attracts Attention, Customers With Maid-Outfitted Nurses

Taiwan Dentist Attracts Attention, Customers With Maid-Outfitted NursesPatients at a dental clinic in Zhubei, Taiwan have less to fear (and more to see) now that the office’s hygienists have taken to wearing skimpy French Maid outfits. The respectful nurse/maids bring slippers and serve coffee to arriving visitors who leave later with the cleanest teeth EVAR!

Yammer: Tower Of Babble For Private vs Public Engagement?

Yammer: Tower Of Babble For Private vs Public Engagement?In the world of Web 2.0, while corporations have struggled with just how much social media their employees should
be allowed to engage in, opinions differ widely as to its usage. From
strict guidelines that prohibit using Facebook, Twitter, G+ or even
LinkedIn at all in the workplace, to companies like Zappos
that encourage their employees to become company advocates and engage
to their heart’s content, there a wide range . . .

Amazon sees online sales decline in states where it charges tax

Amazon has been at the heart of battles with state governments around the country as retailers want to the online seller to pay sales tax. Currently Amazon and other retailers … Continue reading

Cat Cafés Finally Coming To The U.S.

Cat Cafe, JapanWe believe cat cafés were originally a Japanese concept;
at least the world press has given the Japanese credit for them.
According to reports, they are very popular in Tokyo, where a soul can
readily get a yen for cat cuddling in the anonymity of the city.  So
too, the folks in New York City might want to get a little free love
during their coffee or tea breaks, but a tip may be required. Cat cafés will open in the U.S. this year, but the competition for the very first cat café is close…

Nest thermostat Google Play listing appears, then pulled

If you expected Google to sell the product of their recently-acquired company’s works, Nest, to be sold by Google Play, you might have another thing coming. The product was listed … Continue reading

Microsoft Nokia acquisition details: closing this week

It’s become official today that Microsoft and Nokia plan on finalizing their deal in transferring Nokia Devices and Services to the Windows Phone-toting company. The final date is set for … Continue reading

Beats Music starts selling subscriptions through iTunes system

Following an update today for its iPhone app, Beats Music is now accepting new subscriptions using Apple’s iTunes billing system. The reason revolves around the high number of iPhone users … Continue reading

World’s Longest Rails Help Make Japan’s Trains Quieter

World's Longest Rails Help Make Japan's Trains QuieterJapan’s Nippon Steel & Sumitomo Metal Corp. has perfected the manufacture and distribution of steel railroad rails 150 meters (492 ft) long. Casting rails well over a football field in length is one thing; shipping them to distant customers is another but NSSMC has got that angle covered too.

Kumming China’s Kingdom Of The Dwarves: A Little Person Theme Park

At a time when society as a whole seems to be more focused on embracing
vs exploiting the differences between individuals around the world, this
business concept comes across as brash and insensitive. However, this
controversial theme park has had proven success, and promises that
promoting cultural sensitivity and respect is integral to their business
model.