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How futuristic foodies are using AI to get into NYC hot spots without the wait
Futuristic foodies are using AI to get into Big Apple hotspots without the wait. New Yorkers are skipping months-long waitlists by The Shortlist, a newly launched tool that serves up...
Driver gets stranded on mountain after following Google Maps 'shortcut'
The two-door car couldn't make it over the rough terrain and the driver found himself trapped in the dark woods just before 12:40 a.m.
Google Maps and Search updates find more economic ways to get around
When determining what's the best route to your destination, there are more factors to consider than directions.
The alluring and enduring art of globe making in the age of Google Earth
LONDON (AP) — Find a globe in your local library or classroom and try this: Close the eyes, spin it and drop a finger randomly on its curved, glossy surface.
UK city to install barriers to stop drivers using GPS directions from getting stuck on steps
Scotland’s capital city will install barriers near a set of steps that have been crashed into by oblivious drivers following incorrect directions from Google and Apple maps, officials said.
LA couple claims Google Maps sent them into dangerous South Africa 'Hell Run' area where they were attacked at gunpoint
Jason and Katharine Zoladz, who is the regional director of the US Securities and Exchange Commission's LA office, used the app in October to navigate from their Airbnb to Cape Town’s...
'Ghost' spotted haunting historic cemetery on Google Street View — see the spooky images
The search engine spectre caused a stir among paranormal activity adherents.
Google Maps takes travelers on a shortcut home that instead strands them in Nevada desert: 'Thought it would be a safer option'
A group of Los Angeles residents heading home from Las Vegas got stranded in the desert after Google Maps reportedly led them on an off-road adventure to avoid traffic caused...
Google Maps is getting an AI-fueled makeover — here are 5 new features to try
Which way to the future?
Bizarre 'naked' creature freaks out visitors to Google Street View: 'Creepy'
The image showed the critter with elongated limbs seemingly sprinting across a field like an interstellar streaker.
I used Google Earth to track down the thieves who stole my cars
This car owner redefined "search engine" when he used Google Earth to track down and recover both of his vehicles after they were pilfered from his driveway.
Family of dad who drove off collapsed bridge, drowned after following app directions sues Google
Philip Paxson's family is suing Google for negligence after the dad of two died after driving off a collapsed bridge as he followed directions given on Maps.
Google Street View photo shows man disposing of dead body, Facebook users claim
"The picture is literally worth a thousand words," the snap sharer wrote on Facebook.
Man in viral Google Maps image capturing street fight speaks out
An Australian tradie has explained the real story behind a viral Google Maps image that caught him in an apparent brawl outside his workshop.
Chevy that led cops to Gilgo Beach suspect was brazenly parked on street after murders
One of the murdered women's pimps told cops about a john driving Chevy Avalanche just like the one registered to the suspected serial killer -- which Heuermann kept parked outside...
EU slaps Google with antitrust charges over ad tech policies
The EU's competition chief, Margrethe Vestager, said Google has allegedly harmed its competitors and increased advertisers' costs by favoring its own advertising technology, thus violating Europe's antitrust laws.
Google reportedly faces fresh EU antitrust charges over ad tech policies
The latest formal charges against Google are expected to be unveiled on Wednesday.
Google Maps faces renewed DOJ antitrust scrutiny
The probe is focused on whether Google's mapping business engages in anticompetitive practices.
Chonky cat is Polish town's top-rated tourist attraction
A fat feline named has become the top-rated tourist attraction in the Polish town of Szczecin.