Six Sea Turtles Released back into Wild

On Thursday, the South Carolina Aquarium organized its first sea turtle release event of the summer season. Six sea turtles were released back into the sea off the coast of South Carolina.

Out of six, five were considered to be among the most endangered species of sea turtles in the world. The releases included a green turtle and five Kemp’s ridley sea turtles. These turtles are not only critically endangered and are also the rarest sea turtles in the world. The current release has taken the total number of sea turtles to be released up to 163.

First Sea Turtle Nests of the Season found on beaches of South Carolina

The Department of Natural Resources revealed that first sea turtle nests of the season have been spotted on beaches in South Carolina. According to reports, about 17 sea turtle nests have been found in May and most of them were in Beaufort County.

The department reported that first nest was discovered on May 1 on Botany Island. According to wildlife officials, this year's summer, thousands of nests will be found along the shoreline of the state.

The Fripp Island Turtle Team found three sea turtle nests on the island since Tuesday. Janie Lackman, leader of the team, said that finding the nests is like finding buried treasure. When a nest is discovered by a team, it is reported to the Department of Natural Resources. After that, the nest is staked off so that it's not disturbed.

Apple’s Upcoming Music Service will be called Apple Music

According to reports, it has been confirmed by the technology company Apple that its upcoming streaming music service will be called simply 'Apple Music'. The company's music service will also have artist-focused social network element, the reports stated.

As per a fresh report, there will be separate profile pages for every artist within the new streaming music service. In their profile pages, artists will be able to post track samples, videos, photos and concert updates from where their fans can stream them.

While providing information on the 'Apple Music', 9to5Mac stated through the company's new service that artists will be able to share and promote their posts from other artists. In addition, users will be able to like the posts of artists and to comment on them.

Legal academics ask Google for more transparency regarding ‘Right to be Forgotten’ Ruling

A group of Internet scholars and legal academics has asked Google to be more transparent regarding its decision- making process in respect of its implementation of Europe's 'Right to be forgotten' ruling. A year ago, Europe's top court passed on a legal ruling, which requires search engines so as to process private individuals' requests intended for delisting erroneous, outdated or inappropriate data returned by a search result for their name.

Microsoft outlines Windows 10 versions

Microsoft announced the Windows 10 versions Tuesday, causing excitement among people who are eagerly looking forward to it. The new operating system will be launched this summer. However, the company did not reveal many details regarding the Windows 10. It didn't say anything regarding its money making targets associated with the new operating system.

According to reports, Windows 10 will be sold in two versions for consumers, just like the company's earlier versions such as Windows 7, 8. The two versions will be Windows 10 Pro, and Windows 10 Home. The Windows Phone brand will not be there as the company indicated earlier. It is planned to be renamed as Windows 10 Mobile, and will work on phones and small tablets.

Facebook announces partnership with a group of news organizations

A new report from App Annie has shown that the US users spend most of their time in Facebook Inc sessions, which has proved the quantum of power in hands of the social media giant. Facebook has the ability to generate traffic and buzz for media websites.

Being self-aware of its own capabilities, Facebook has announced a partnership with a group of news organizations, including The New York Times, BuzzFeed, The Guardian and others.

The partnership is related to a project named, 'Instant Articles', under which Facebook will be giving its users direct and instant access to the entire new stories published by these partners within its mobile app.

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